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WE SERVE - INFORM - ADVERTISE THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library VOLUME XXXVIII, NO. 19 RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, MARCH 19, 1921 PRICE THE COMMUNITY HOUSE HOLDS SECOND ANNUAL MEETING MR. HARLISTON, DONOR, GIVES DEED TO HOME One of the most interesting and impressive meetings that has been held in the community, in a score of years, was held Thursday evening, March 10, 1921, in the beautiful and topium of the new York, Luke Hall St. James and Baker Street. The occasion was the second annual meeting of the Community House for Colored People, Inc., the institution having been opened for the conduct of business, January 1, 1919. After opening with singing, with Mrs. L. L. Stainard at the piano, Mrs. W. T. Johnson, member of the Directorate, was presided as master of ceremonies. With dignity and charming sense of manner, she presided, diction in, honor, with Rev. K. Cary Montague, who was most pleased to present the prominent visitors. After a very earnest prayer by Rev. D. J. Bradford, Rev. Montague was presented, who plausibly welcomed the guest, also wishing for them a pleasant and benevolent evening, Mrs. Beverly B. Munford, in her comprehensible and instructive talk, a covered scope of the first tuton, Mrs. Munford, one of the honor workmen, in the movement, of enlightened many mugs, in her spacious address, Mrs Carrie Turner, unusually sweet toed and pleasing, rendered "Rose in the Bud" to the delight of her hearers. The Trustee's report and that of the Executive Secretary, for the year, was read by Mrs. Lillian H. Payne. The first, showing the liberality of the public in its contributions to the institution, and the distribution of the same; the latter, comprehensively covering the entire works of the organization for the past year. The latter proved something of a revelation to the entire audience, as to the scope of constructive work accomplished, the many avenues of endeavor, the number of lives touched, for material benefit. There had been 5293 entries, 1474 telephone calls, 1575 correspondence, 900 visits made, 166 meetings held, 150 lodgers and 415 visitors entertained. Donations for the year 1920, $5180, of this amount $2250 was raised in drone conducted by Mrs. Margie b. Warke, Chairman Colored Finance Committee, and $11329 in Tag Day conducted by Executive Secretary. Entailing were applause followed this number as had been demonstrated with each preceding. Mrs. Ralph Johnson, Chairman of the Cape Committee, sketched this line of work, presenting in entirely new and beneficial thought. Judge James, Hope Ricks, of the Juvenile Court and President of the Board of Directors, presented at length of the cooperation of the institute, the Mr. Smith and the Board of Charity. Some of the instances cited were most interesting although without the title. Miss Charlotte Whitney, Secretary of Associated Charities, told of the splendid cooperation had and gave insight as to the trained handling of weighty problems. Hearty applause was given both members, at the close of these remarks, Dr. W. W. Hughes Secretary of the Boone, caught and held his hearers in his tense and timely remarks, wining the hearts of the gathering by the statement, "I'm proud to be a "Virginian." Rev. Montague presented Dr. McKenzie, President of Peak University, Mr. R. W. Crawford, Chairman of the inner river Committee; Rev. W. Russ Plowe of St. Pauls Episcopal Church; Dr. W. T. Johnson, Farr Baptist Church and Rev. Father Charles Hanagam, of Baltimore, whose special trip was to be one in the meeting. Voeferous applause greeted each speaker, by far, and after his talk, each touched the need and desire of better racial understand and cooperation. deal. Older men are expected to say some things which have been said tonight, but it is unusual coming from so young a man. If the Community House has had nothing but bring Father Hamann from Baltimore and have him tell us he is doing the same work for our brothers in Baltimore that he did in Ri'cn and, it has done a great part. Also Dr. How's coming to the plaid meant much. Colored citizens want him to remain in the city for many, many reasons. "Mrs. Payne has had no harder years than the two years at the Community House Discouraged often but always advised to hold on, reminded that she I doing pioneer work, our people have not known how to help carry out social programs they have to be educated up to t'was the other race. We have not waded to express our appreciation to Mr. Habbis on. We commend him to God, who never eres. He sent him to us his coming did not just happen. His basket will be full, pressed down and running over. God bless him!" The chantonna salute was given in a membering that she is "Richmond's very own" Closing this, the most unique affair within our knowledge, and far reaching for beneficial results. The All Star Female Quarantee, Mrs James Carrie Hawkins, Ela Carter, Lena Caldwell, Misa Nelle Fisher, Mrs Lia Deane, pianist, sang two melodies, to the satisfaction and delight of the audience. Applause called for more, but the lateness of his hour prevented. Noticeable among the gathering work: Mrs. Melvin C. Branch, Mrs. R. C. Mufague, Misa Clarke, League of Women Voters and her mother; A. Nora Spencer Hammer, B. T. Association; Miss McCarthy, Cliff Juvenile Court; Miss Naina Miner, L. N. N. A., works in city offices and Associated Charities; Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Jones, Drs. A. A. Hector and E. D. Coffee, Mr. M. A. Norrell, Rey. O. G. Jonkins, Mrs. Marie T. Evans, N. A. C. C. R; Mrs. Mary E. Carter, Negro Hospital Movement and many others, whose names are not mentioned. The work proceeds for another year under brighter environs and expectations, for much greater concrete and constructive results. Count your self among in closest friends. EXTRA Y W C A CAMPAIGN The Phyllis Wheardley Branch of the Y. W. C. A. begins its 1921 financial campaign the last week of March. This time we are going out for $3000, 00. As far as possible this campaign will be a cash one. W. find that the contributing friends prefer being up promoted but the one time. Since due notice is being issued of the proposed chance of method we must you will be secured in a money or check when the representation of the Y. W. C. A. calls at your home. --- Mr. Anna Foson 225 W. 18th St. New York City, the mother of Dr. William Dixon, 200 State St. Fulton has been confirmed to her home since October, 1939 offering with Rheumatism and Arteritis her right knee. She has been under care of four doctors. Mr. and Mrs. William T. Harris, of East Fifteenth St., Southside, are rejoicing over the advent of a bouncing baby boy. The mother and son are now deeply under care of Dr. James John. Mrs. Mary E. Jones has returned to Lynchburg, from a trip to Farmville where she was called by the sickness of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Miles, 11th street, Farmville, Va. Mrs. Miles is much improved at this writing. Dr. Rosse C. Brown, U. S. P. H. S. is now actively engaged in the work of social advocacy under the United States Public Health Service. He is dedicated to administrative service, he was in the city this week. Miss Gwendolyn Brown, the well-known photographer, has recovered from her recent composition and is now prepared to be her efficient service at the Brown University. The photographs of the R.C. S. art undertaking establishment were made by this firm. MINISTERS' CONFERENCE The Ministers Conference was largely attended last Monday. Many visitors were introduced. Their messages were helpful. Rev. Dr. Payne of Carperville, Pa., was introduced. He brought greetings from his field. All members are asked to attend next Monday at Eggeron Baptist church to hear a paper to be read by Dr. H. R. Williams, on the subject: The Distinctive Principles of the Baptist Church. This is an important subject and it is hoped that our friend will be cut in large numbers. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, MARCH 19, 1921. CRIME IN FULTON MUCH EXCITEMENT HERE. MEN NOT APPREHENDED. POLICE ACTIVE. Trying to Find the Guilty Parties White and Colored People Aroused. It is allowed than early Saturday morning, March 12, 1924, two men reported to be colored entered the house of John E. Heisler, a white man residing at 365-12 Nichobson Street, Fulton which is in the peach borough of the waterfront, extreme western part of the city and in the lowlands of this community and after demolishing money and securing only fifty cents processed to criminally assault Heisler's wife in his presence. Both were demeaned with a revolver and the husband was made to turn his face to the wall while both men in turn assaulted his wife. Those white people are said to be of humble origin, Heisler is from Ohio. NEWS OF THE CRIME When the news of the crime was gold, there was great indignation among the white people and colored men were arrested indiscriminately and carried before the victims for identification. Had either one of them screamed or called for help, there were hundred of people, white and colored, who would have responded to their call. The colored people were as indignant as the white people, considering the charge as being a retribution upon the race. They passed resolutions condemning the alleged crime and took steps to aid the authorities in running down the alleged guilty parties. CLOSELY QUESTIONED John E. Heisler and his wife were closely questioned by the police authorities. Men from every direction were brought before them for identification. At the Police Headquarters Mrs. Heisler wore a mask, while colored men were lined up before her for identification. She had been up to this writing unable to positively identify any of them. There have been many robberies committed in this city recently and this added "fuel to the flames" so to speak. Saturday night, the situation became so serious that the city authorities spent many anxious moments and the daily papers published editor tails to alay the excitement. GETTING PISTOL PERMITS All this week white people have been filing into the city hall to secure pistol permits to purchase firearms. The rigid rules prescribed here against the possession of deadly weapons have kept defensive weapons out of the hands of lawabiding citizens and enabled the courts to obtain by "the underground route" an unlimited supply. No colored people were seen in the line applying for these weapons. The excitement has now abated and the indications are that normal conditions will continue to prevail. There are many people both white and colored who doubt if are colored men committed this crime. BLCKENED PACES The ability of white men to black their lives makes it possible that this was done as two men, who would commit such a crime and then leave alive two living witnesses to possibly identify them is highly improbable. They evidently consider that the deception has thrown the detectives of the scent and that they are safe from captures. Just why the blood hounds were not used in trying to track the criminals is also the subject for discussion. Colored people are an anxious for the capture of the guilty parties as are the white people and are bending their efforts to accomplish this result. REVIVAL AT EBENEZER A revival ta in progress at the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Rev W. J. Stokes, pastor, Rev. Dr. Payne of Coottsmoor, Dr. preach on night to large numbers. THE JURGENS FIRE Charles G. Jurgens's Son's, large furniture store on the corner of Broad and Adams streets, was discovered to be on fire Sunday, 12th inst., shortly after 12 o'clock in the day. The fire department responded promptly. The blaze was ascertained to be on the top floor of the six story brick building. It was seen that there was little hope of saving the structure. Hopkins Furniture Co. did baggage, exterior and then came the H. C. Rosehen Shoe Co., and the E. R. Taylor Co., Between 2 and 3 o'clock an explosion occurred and the east wall of the Jurgen's structure co., psod, carrying down in the soothing mass, four fire men and one civilian. They were: T. R. Jonhsgon, 34 years old, Station No. 2, four years with fire department; 2013 Venerable street; leaves five small children; wife died five weeks ago yesterday. J. H. Gallkher, 34 years old, Truck No. 1 two years with fire department, lives at Truck House No. 1; leaves father at Profit, Va. G. C. Richardson, 35 years old, Truck No. 1, nine years with fire deartment; 204 East Marshall street leaves wife. J. R. Gurhrie, about 25 years old Truck No. 1; three years with fire deartment; 919 East Marshall street leaves mother and father. Adolph G. Heinecke, 21 years old civilian 315 North Fourth street; leaves father, mother, wife and seven stepchildren. Those injured were Johnnie R. Posadag, of 1513 Dickewon street, broken en arm. E. W. Gathright, Jr., 408 North Eighth street burned about face, arms, legs and hats. Lieutenant W. R. Cardwell, 614 N. Eighth street fractured arm. R. S. Childress 2911 12 E. Broad street burns about arms and face, many bruises from flying bricks. Captain E. H. Harris 2519 West Main Street, severely bruised and several hacerations. E. D. Wade, Truck Company No. 1 lacerations of the car and nose cut open. It was late in the afternoon before all danger had passed. The engines continued work through Sunday night. The loss approximates $400,000 and is saved by insurance. A captainage have been made to care temporarily for the families of the men killed and wounded. MISS CHILES' ILLNESS Miss M. L. Chiles, C. W. R. of D. of the Courts of Calathea of Virginia has been ill at her residence 114 W. Leah street for the past four weeks - meeting with acute malaria and nervous troubles. She seems slowly improving in this writing much to the joy of her many relatives and friends. Her sister, Mrs. Maggie Gibbon of Tuskegee, Ala., her brothers, Attorney James Alexander Chiles of Lexington, Ky, and Fr. C. R. Chiles of the Treasury Department Washington, D. C. her sister Mrs. Julia Jeter of Newport News, Va., is in attendance at her bedside. We wish for her a speedy and safe recovery. ```markdown ``` RED CIRCLE TO GIVE CANTATA The Red Circle will conduct exercises Sunday afternoon 20th inlet, at 3:30 o'clock at the Leigh street Metho dist Churchil. The 91st Palm in Cantata will be rendered by prominent coorporates of this city. A campaign is now under way for the purpose of making more to chance the Red Circle's house for another year. THE KNIGHTS OF PYTHAS WIL. OBSERVE ANNIVERSARY. The anniversary exercises of the Knights of Pythias and Courts of Calcutta will be held Sunday, March 25th, at the Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where Rev. T. J. King, D. D., pastor of the Fifth Mt. Baptist church will deliver the anniversary sermon and at the Fourth Baptist Church, where Rev. Evans Payne, D. D., will preach the sermon. The exercises at the Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist church, corner Ducal and St. John streets will commence at 3 P. M. and those at the Fourth Baptist church, 22th and U streets will begin at 4 P. M. The public is invited. --- —Mrs. Sadie L. Broadax, of Roanoke, Va., is in the city taking Saxo phone lessons under Prof. Kinnemann, she is shopping with Miss Bessie L. Fields, 903 N. Fifth stree FULTOX NOTES Our revival services are not getting on. Services will be tomorrow night at Mr. Calvary, Rev. Rufin is going some and praising of the Gospel. Services at the three churches last Sunday were very fine. Rev. George Coleman preached at 5:30 P.M. at the Mr. Calvary Baptist Church. Our brother is a babe in the mini try but he is a real giant consider us his are. 3:30 P.M. M. Rev. Harvie Brine, (white) preached for the benefit of the Deacon of the same at ch. For a young man he was able to master his past. Mrs. Jane Hubbard and Mrs. Amanda Hillard are among the sick. The funeral services of Mrs. Louisa Robinson were held at the union Level Baptist Church last Monday at 3 P.M. Rev. C. T. Martin preached the sermon. Our gister was one of Fulton's oldest citizens, a faithful member of the church, a member of the R. W. I. O. S. Luke and the Children of Israel. She is the mother in law of Mr. Cornelius West. We were very glad to see Rev. N. B. Brown, of Norfolk, Va. He called in to see us last Tuesday. He is getting along very nicely. Owing to the recent trouble in our community, the following resolutions were adopted by the colored citizen under date of March 12, 1921: Whereas, We regard very much, the occurrence that took place on Nicholas n Street, Fulton, which prison was charged to two members of our Race, we wish to put ourselves on record as being opposed to any such occurrence. We stand ready to render any service that might be in our power, to bring to justice the guilty parties. The Committee: A. D. Daniel, Dr William H. Dixon, Rey W. E. Brown John Foster, John Barber, Rev Joseph Brown, Dr J. O. Dawson, Rey C. E. L. Johnson. We highly appreciate the advice given through the papers by Reverend St Lest, King, and Peyton. Also the advice comes from Rey C. A. Cobbs. The E. thinking people of Fulton are doing all they can to keep that friendly relation which exists between the two races. When we saw Saturday morning we felt very indignant over such a heinon and deplorable crime and we decided and still maintain the same desire to every all of our wills and help to capture the guilty parties, whoever they may be. While, God is using His disciples to work for the uplift of the community and help to establish the Kingdom of Christ in the hearts of men and women, the devil is using his disciples to work for the downfall of the c immunity and help to sow the need of discord among the two races. We also commend Police Chief Shery for the noble way and manner he called the situation the best in the efforts of his corps of officers. MARRIES FOURTEEN TIMES COURSE OF THREE YEARS New York, March 5.—Married fourteen times in three years a deserted from both the army and gavvy and now serving a term in the naval prison at Portsmouth N. H., comprisse the alleged war record of Herold Hammond, 20 years of age. This was revealed here in annuity proceedings brought by the first and second wives. The court was told that Hammond exhibited in the army in the toll of 1917 and shortly afterwards deserted from Fort Ethan, Allan, Vermont and came to this city where he was married. The following day he was arrested and sent back to his command. Then he deserted the army and entered in the navy under an assumed pawn. Once in the navy he lived up to the precepts of a sailor and had a sweet heart in every port in good many of them he subsequently wedded Hamond's attorney, said he "married girl all the way from Marseo to Virginia" all the declared, married two on the same day. OFFER REWARD FOR LYNCHES Frankfort, Ky., March 14. Governor Edwin P. Morrow today offered a reward of $500 each for the arrest and conviction of each member of the mob that early yesterday took from the Woodford County jail and lynched (Richard James), colored. He also issued a proclamation removing from office John H. Edgar, jailer of Woodford County. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. Lena V. Williams and family extend their sincere thanks to the neighbors and friends for the many kindnesses shown them during the illness of the beloved husband and father, Randolph Williams. Also for the lovely tokens of sympathy sent after his death. GRAND LECTURE VA. UNION UNIVERSITY CHAPEL dr. W. P. Haines of New York City Alumnus and member of Trussee Board of Virginia Union University, will lecture in the Va. Union University campus Mae. Subject: "Loy ity" Dr. W. T. John on will introduce the speaker. General Admission 25 cents. Reserved $5.25 cents. HEAR HIM SUNDAY NEXT Rev. W. H. Shirley, D. D. the International nurse shirer and compassionate who lives on who we for three weeks in one of the most stressfulivals. His history of our church will present a brief service next Sunday at noon at 3:30 D. M. from the drive by special request: "I have a few coats; how shall I put it on." Row T. T. J. King is conducting a two weeks meeting to R. V. A. B. Reed in Hartford, Conn. He will begin revival service in 2010 Street Rap tist Church here on Easter Sunday GILPIN IN WASHINGTON. Washington, D.C. The Washington poll is being held on great enthusiasm over the announcement Charles S. Gilpin whose marvelous singing in Europe of Nell "The Emperor Jones, at 40 Princes Theatre, New York City has made him the separation of the season, will appear in the soldier role in that play in Washington at the Palisades Theatre. Monday March 25 is supported by the well known Howard University Play- ers. Mr. Gilpin's principal appear- ance at the Drama League banquet at the hotel McCarthy is one of the four presented as a function mask of one of the actresses and攻 ever won by a play. He unrestricted cledd like in a four to a force work place on the clean shine marks in epoch and the progress of the colorful people should be an inspiration to the year of the race. The play will be held at the B Hosea theatre one. Washington's fun est show bores, center Monday, March 25 at eleven o'clock. EXECUTOR'S NOTICE Having been appointed executor of the estate of the late Captain Beni A. Graves, J.E. notice is hereby given to all persons who have claim against his estate to present the same to me for payment. Notice is also given to all persons who may owe his estate to come forward and make payment of the same to at my Office 613 North Second Street. J. TEOMAS HEWIN Executor. HOWARD UNIVERSITY NOTES HOWARD DEFEATS LINCOLN (By Emmett J. Scott, Secretary- Treasurer, Howard University.) Washington, D. C.—The beautiful Murray Casino was crowded to its capacity when the retreceiver's whistle sounded the beginning of the basket ball clash between Howard and Lin- coln the two oldest educated collegiate rivals which ended in favor of the Howard Five with a score of 26 to 22. The game started in rapid fire or- der when Kean snatched the ball and made the first basket of the game. The game was first from be- coming to end and was marked by the sharp shooting on the part of every man on the Howard team. Sting at center for Howard was easily the brightest star do- n't he till share toward, pitting up the score by shooting a food goal. The wonderful development of the Howard five has plainly evident in the team word exhibited in the clever passing of the ball. In the absence of Captain Richardson due to injury 41, Johnson handed the position of forward very well. He and Kean the two towards for Howard played to gether like twins. The Lincoln five proved no easy opponent. Clarkson and Davis, guards for Howard were kept, fery holding of Captain Boozer and Skinner, for wards for Lincoln who in every chance registered a basket. Wheeland att center for Lincoln was a harvel at shooting tots, registering six out of seven at attempts. Howard Kean, Forward; H. Johnson, Forward; Sims, Center; Clarkson, Guard; Davis, Guard. Lincoln; Skinner, Forward; Boozer, Forward; Wheatlind, Center; Franklin, Guard; Randolph, Guard. Infforce, Hendrison, Timekeeper, Alice and Randolph, Scorers, Payne and Randolph, Substitutions, G. John son for Kean; Hauser for Sims; Carr tor for Clarkson; Haltork for Davis IDEAL SOCIETY NOTES Members of the National Ideal Society are very active in giving their aid in providing ways and means to remodel the Ideal Hail and to make it an up to date modern structure for its National Home for the Society. The Richmond District Council and Local Nursery board have on hand several big entertainments which will take place in the near future for the welfare of the Order. Mrs. Cora L. Jenkins, Deputy of Newport News, Va. is doing excellent work. She organized a new Nursery this week to be added to her district and is becoming great things for the next few weeks. Mr. Joey Fitzgerald a member of the O'Riel died recently, and was buried in Ellicottone, Va. Mr. Henry Newton whose funeral took place a. Mt. Olivet Baptist church on the 3rd was a member of Twilight Lodge No. 1 and was buried with honors of the Order. Mrs. Belle G. Miner, a great work or of the Order also a member of Golden Eagle Lodge No. 112 died March 2nd, at her residence 545 Kinney street. Her funeral was held from the Moore Street Baptist chapel Sunday March 6th, of which she was a member also a worker in every do mercantile. Prominent among the Athens o the total Office this week were Mrs. M. K. Oxerton, R. H. of City Point, Va. Mrs. Lentilda of Cooper, Pa. M. o of Gleap Allen, Va. W. L. Anderson, V. S. M. o of Beaversburg, Va to confer with the Sapren, Mister Me. A. W. Holmes in the "Impress of the Othel SACRED CANTATA Sunday March 20, at 3:20 P. M. a well-behaved chorus comprised of fourteen well-dressed musicians will record the first P. P. at the Lehigh St. Methodist Church under the direction of the Carter Secretary of the Red Cross Community Choir. Supported by the Community Symphony Orchestra. You cannot afford to miss this musical. A FIRST CLASS BARBER WANTED A. First Class Barber for white trade. Apply at once. O. G. CONN. 112 E. Main St.. Charlottesville, Va. KILL MAN WHO SLAYED SHERIFF Pensacola, Fla., March 12—Deputy Sheriff John L. Owens of Quiney, Florida was shot and in instantly killed by a Neuro who he attempted to arrest earlier today at Dugown near Quiney. New York was in danger. Shot down and killed by Cerry Smith the deputy's sheriff. WE SERVE - INFORM - ADVERTISE THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library . VOLUME XXXVIII, NO. 19 THE COMMUNITY HOUSE HOLDS SECOND ANNUAL MEETING MR. HABLISTON, DONOR, GIVES DEED TO HOME One of the most interesting and impressive meetings that has been held in the community, in a score of years, was held Thursday evening, March 10, 1921, in the beautiful and dorsum of the new Sh. Luke Hall St. James and Baker Streets. The occasion was the second annual meeting of the Community House for Colored People, Inc., the institution has been opened for the conduct of business, January 1, 1919. After opening with singing, with Mrs. L, I, Stamard at the piano, Mrs. W. T. Johnson, member of the Directorate, was presented as a stress of ceremonies. With dignity and charming grace of manner, she presided, diving the honor with Roy, R. Cary Montague, who was most pleased to present the prominent visitors. After a very earnest prayer by Rev. D, J. Bradford, Rev. Montague was presented, who pleasantly welcomed the guest, also wishing for them a pleasant and beneficial evening. Mrs. Beverly B. Munford, in her comprehensive and instructive talks, covered scope of the institution. Mrs. Munford, one of the pioneer workers in the movement, enlightened many minds, in her splendid address. Misa Carrie Turner, unusually sweet toned and pleasing, rendered "Rose in the Bud" to the delight of her hearers. The Treasurer's report and that of the Executive Secretary, for the year, was read by Mrs. Lillian H. Payne. The first, showing the liberality of the public in its contributions to the institution, and the distribution of the same; the latter, comprehensively covering the entire works of the organization for the past year. The latter proved something of a revelation to the entire audience, as to the scope of constructive work accomplished, the many avenues of endeavor, the number of lives touched, for material benefit. There had been 5393 entries, 1474 telephone calls, 1575 correspondence, 900 visits made, 166 meetings held, 150 lodgers and 415 visitors entertained. Donations for the year 1920, $5180, of this amount $2250 was raised in drive conducted by Mrs. Maggie B. Walker, Chairman Colored Finance Committee and $1133.02 in Tag Day conducted by Executive Secretary. Enthusiasm as applause followed this number, as had been demonstrated with each preceding. Mrs. Ralph Johnson, Chairman of the Cape Committee, sketched this line of work, presenting an entirely new and beneficial thought. Judge James Hogo Ricks, of the Juvenile Court and President of the Board of Directors of the House, spoke at length of the cooperation of the institution with his court and the Board of Charity. Some of the instances cited were most interesting, although withal, pathetic. Miss Charlotte Whitling, Secretary of Associated Charities, told of the aplidion cooperation had and gave insight as to the trained handling of weighty problems. Hearty applause was given both speakers, at the close of these remarks. Dr. W. H. Hughes Secretary of the Board, caught and held his hearers in his tense and timely remarks, winning the hearts of the gathering by the statement, "I'm proud to be a Virginian." Rev. Montague presented Dr. McKenzie, President of Fisk University. Mr. R. W. Carrington, Chairman of the inter-racial Committee; Rev. W. Russell Bowie, of St. Paul's Episcopal Church; Dr. W. T. Johnson, First Baptist Church and Rev. Father Charles Hanigan, of Baltimore, whose special trip was to be one in the meeting. Vociferous applause greeted each speaker, before, and after his talk; each touched the need and desire of better racial understanding and cooperation. The elkman was reached when in a sympathetic and impressive address, to be published later, Mr. W. M. Habbiston presented the deed to the property, 2 W. Marshall Street to be used in perpetuating the work. Mrs. Margo L. Walker, President St. Luke Bank and Secretary Grand Council, St. Luke, in her own, permit way, with hearty and inspiring words accepted the gift, on behalf of the organization and the race. After telling of the anxieties experienced in the first period of establishment of the work, the raising of the first $1000 by her, in ten days, she said, in part—Then we found that Mr. Habbiston was anxious to help us, and offered the house for two years, free of rent, with the idea of a permanent gift. If the work succeeded, I have learned to love Mrs. Munford. Her name is not now a byword in every colored home, but it is hoped that it will be. If the Community House has done nothing but brought out this meeting, these representative people and have them tell us they are interested in us; not ordinary people, but people of means and influence, the work has been worth while. "We are proud of Mr. Corrington, a young man," "I'll express him self openly, on his belief in the square deal. Older men are expected to say some things which have been sold tonight, but it's unusual coming from so young a man. If the Community House has done nothing but bring Father Hannigan from Baltimore and have him tell us he is doing the same work for our brothers in Baltimore that he did in Richmond, it has done a great part. Also Dr. Howe's coming to the platform means much. Colored citizens want him to remain in the city for many, many reasons. "Mrs. Payne has had no harder years than the two years at the Community House. Discouraged often but always advised to hold on, reminded that she 'is doing pioneer work, our people have not known how to help carry out social programs, they have to be educated up to 't, as was the other race. We have not words to express our appreciation to Mr. Hablston. We command him to God, who never errs. He sent him to us his coming did not just happen. His basket will be full, pressed down and running over. God bless him!" The chantuana salute was given, remembering that she is "Richmond's very own." Closing this, the most unique affair within our knowledge, and far-reaching for beneficial results the All Star Female Quaratte, Mestames Carrie Hawkins, Ella Carter, Lena Caldwell, Miss Nellie Fisher, Ms. Louise Deane, pianist, sang two melodies, to the satisfaction and delight of the audience. Applause called for more, but the lateness of the hour prevented. Noticeable among the gathering were: Mrs. Melvin C. Branch, Mrs. R. C. Montague, Misty Clarke, League of Women Voters and her mother; Miss Nora Spencer Hamner, R. T. Association; Miss McCarthy, Clerk Juvenile Court; Miss Naumio Minor, I. W. N. A., workeris in city offices and Associated Charities; Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Jones, Drs. A. A. Hector and E. D. Coffee, Mr. M. A. Norrell, Rev. O. O. Jenkins, Mrs. Marle T. Evans, N. A. C. C. R.; Mrs. Mary E. Carter, Negro Hospital Movement and many others, whose names are not mentioned. The work proceeds for another year under brighter environs and expectations, for much greater concrete and constructive results. Count yourself among its closest friends. EXTRA Y. W. C. A. CAMPAIGN The Phyllis Wheatley Branch of the Y. W. C. A. begins its 1921 financial campaign the last week of March. This time we are going out for $3000. 00. As far as possible this campaign will be a cash one. We find that the contributing friends prefer being ap proached but the one time. Since due notice is being given of the proposed change of method we trust' you will be prepared with the money or check when the representative of the Y. W. C. A. calls at your home. --- Mrs. Anna Fagan, 226 W. 134th St. New York City, the mother of Dr. William Dixon, 900 State St. Fulton has been confined to her home since October, 1920 suffering with Rheumatism and Arteries in her right knee. She has been under the care of four doctors. Mr. and Mrs. William T. Harris, of East Fifteenth St., Southside, are rejoicing over the advent of a bouncing baby boy. The mother and son are dear nicely under care of Dr. Janie Jones. —Mrs. Mary E. Jones has returned to Lynchburg, from a trip to Farmville where she was called by the sick ness of her daughter, Mrs. Henry Miles, 4th street, Farmville, Va. Mrs. Miles is much improved at this writing. Dr. Roscoe C. Brown, U. S. P. H. S. is now actively engaged in the work of social hygiene under the United States Public Health Service. He is rendering satisfactory service. He was in the city this week. Miss Gwendola Brown, the well-known photographer has recovered from her recent indisposition and is now prepared to render efficient service at the Brown' Studio. The photographs of the R. C. Scott Undertaking establishment were made by this firm. MINISTERS' CONFERENCE The Ministers Conference was large by attended last Monday. Many visitors were introduced. Their messages were helpful. Rev. Dr. Payne of Garnorville, Pa., was introduced. He brought greetings from his field. All members are urged to attend next Monday at Egongzer Baptist church to hear a paper to be read by Dr. H. R. Williams, on the subject: The Distinctive Principles of the Baptist Church. This is an important subject and it is hoped that our friends will be out in large numbers. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, MARCH 19, 1921. CRIME IN FULTON MUCH EXCITEMENT HERE. MEN NOT APPREHENDED. POLICE ACTIVE. Trying to Find the Guilty Parties White and Colored People Aroused. It is alleged that early Saturday morning, March 12, 1921, two men, reported to be colored entered the house of John E. Heisler, a white man residing at 305 1-2 Nicholson Street, Fulton which is in the nigel borough of the waterfront, extreme eastern part of the city and in the lowlands of this community and after demanding money and securing only fifty cents proceeded to criminally assault Heisler's wife in his presence. Both were threatened with a revolver and the husband was made to turn his face to the wall while both men in turn assaulted his wife. Those white people are said to be of humble origin. Heisler is from Ohio. NEWS OF THE CRIME. When the news of the crime was gold, there was great indignation among the white people and colored men were arrested indiscriminately and carried before the victims for identification. Had either one of them screamed or called for help, there were hundred of people, white and colored, who would have responded to their call. The colored people were as indignant as the white people, considering the charge as being a reflection upon the race. They passed resolutions confining the alleged crime and took steps to aid the authorities in running down the alleged guilty parties. CLOSELY QUESTIONED John E. Heisler and his wife were closely questioned by the police auctions. Men from every direction were brought before them for identification. At the Police Headquarrers Mrs. Heisler wore a mask, while colored men were lined up before her for identification. She had been up to this writing unable to positively identify any of them. There have been many robberies committed in this city recently and this added "fuel to the flames" so to speak. Saturday night, the situation became so serious that the city authorities spent many anxious moments and the daily papers published editorials to alay the excitement. GETTING PISTOL PERMITS All this week white people have been filling into the city hall to secure pistol permits to purchase firearms. The rigid rules prescribed here against the possession of deadly weapons have kept defensive weapons out of the hands of law-abiding citizens and enabled the crooks to obtain by "the underground route" an unlimited supply. No colored people were seen in the line applying for these weapons. The excitement has now abashed and the indications are that normal conditions will continue to prevail. There are many people, both white and colored who doubt if any colored men committed this crime. BLCKENED FACES. The ability of white men to black their faces makes it possible that this was done as two men, who would commit such a crime and then leave alive two living witnesses to possibly identify them is highly improbable. They evidently consider that the deception has thrown the detectives off the scent and that they are safe from captures. Just why the blood hounds were not used in trying to track the criminals is also the subject for discussion. Colored people are as anxious for the capture of the guilty parties as are the white people and bending their efforts to accomplish this result. REVIVAL AT FRENEZER A revival is in progress at the Ebnozer Baptist Church, Rev. W. H. Stokes, pastor, Rev. Dr. Payne of Connellville. Pa. preaches each night to large numbers. THE JURGENS FIRE. Charles G. Jurgen's Son's, large furniture store on the corner of Broad and Adams streets, was discovered to be on fire Sunday, 12th inst., shortly after 12 o'clock in the day. The fire department responded promptly. The blaze was ascertained to be on the top floor of the six story brick building. It was seen that there was little hope of saving the structure. Hopkin's Furniture Co., did business next door and then came the H. C. Bosehon Shoe Co., and the E. B. Taylor Co., Between 2 and 3 o'clock an explosion occurred and the east wall of the Jurgen's structure collapsed, carrying down in the seething mass, four fire men and one civilian. They were: T. R. Jonhsgon, 34 years old, Station No. 2, four years with fire department; 2013 Venerable street; leaves five small children; wife died five weeks ago yesterday. J. H. Gallhier, 24 years old, Truck No. 1 two years with fire department, lives at Truck House No. 1; leaves father at Profit, Va. G. C. Richardson, 35 years old, Truck No. 1, nine years with fire de partment; 204 East Marshall street leaves wife. J. R. Guthrie, about 25 years old Truck No. 1; three years with fire de partment; 1919 East Marshall street; leaves mother and father. Adolph G. Heinecke, 24 years old civilian 315 North Fourth street; leaves father, mother, wife and seven step-children. Those injured were Johnnie R. Pesadug, of 1613 Dickinson street, brok en arm. E. W. Gathright, Jr., 408 North Eight street burned about face, arms, legs and hands. Lieutenant W. R. Cardwell, 614 N. Eighth street fractured arm. R. S. Childress 2911 1-2 E. Broad street burns about arms and face, many bruises from flying bricks. Captain E. H. Harris 2519 West Main Street, severely bruised and several lacerations. E. D. Wade, Truck Company No. 1 lacerations of the ear and nose cut open. It was late in the afternoon before all danger had passed. The engine continued work through Sunday night. The loss approximates $400,000 and is covered by insurance. Arrangements have been made to care temporarily for the families of the men killed and wounded. MISS CHILES' ILLNESS Miss M. L. Chiles, G. W. R. of D., of the Courts of Calanthe of Virginia has been ill at her residence 114 W. Leigh street for the past four weeks suffering with acute neurasia and nervous troubles. She seems slowly improving at this writing much to the joy of her many relatives and friends. Her sister, Mrs. Maggie Gibson of Tuskegee, Ala., her brothers, Attorney James Alexander Chiles of Lexington, Ky., and Fr. C. R. Chiles of the Treasury Department Washington, D. C., her sister Mrs. Julia Jeter of Newport News, Va., are in attendance at her bedside. We wish for her a speedy and safe recovery. --- RED CIRCLE TO GIVE CANTATA The Red Circle will conduct exercises Sunday afternoon, 20th inst., at 3:30 o'clock at the Leigh street Mattho dist Church. The 91st Psalm in Cantata will be rendered by prominent sonatas of this city A campaign is now under way for the purpose of raising money to finance the Red Circle Community House for another year. RESERVE MAR191921 VIRGINIA STATE LIBRARY THE KNIGHTS OF PYTHIA WIL OBSERVE ANNIVERSARY. The anniversary exercises of the Knights of Pythias and Courts of兮术 the will be held Sunday, March 27th, at the Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist Church, where Rev. T. J. King, D. D., pastor of the Fifth St. Baptist Church will deliver the anniversary sermon and at the Fourth Baptist Church, where Rev. Evans Payne, D. D., will preach the sermon. The exercise at the Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist church, corner Duval and St. John streets will commence at 3 P. M. and those at the Fourth Baptist church, 28th and P streets will begin at 4 P. M. The public is invited. —Mrs. Sadie L. Broadnax, of Roanoke, Va., is in the city taking Saxoons seasons under Prof. Klinckman, she is stop. Miss Bessle L. Fields, 903 N. N. Fight, 2030 Our revival services are yet going on. Services will begin tomorrow night at Mt. Calvary, Rev. Ruffin is going some real preaching of the Gospel. Services at the three churches last Sunday were very fine. Rev. George Coleman preached at 8:30 P. M. at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Our brother is a babe in the ministry but he is a real giant considering his age. 3:30 P. M. Rev. Harvie Brine, (white) preached for the benefit of the Deacon Board of the same church. For a young man he was able to master his part. Mrs. Jane Hubbard and Mrs. Amanda Hillard are among the sick. The funeral services of Mrs. Louis Robinson were held at the Union Level Baptist Church Just Monday at 3 P. M. Rev. C. T. Martin preached the sermon. Our sister was one of Fulton's oldest citizens, a faithful member of the church, a member of the R. W. I. O. St. Luke and the Children of Israel. She is the mother in-law of Mr. Cornelius West. We were very glad to see Rev. N. B. Brown, of Norfolk, Va. He called in to see us last Tuesday. He is getting along very nicely. Owing to the recent trouble in our community, the following resolutions were adopted by the colored citizens under date of March 12, 1921: "Whereas, We regret very much, the occurrence that took place on Nicholson Street, Fulton, which crime was charged to two members of our Race; we wish to put ourselves on record as being opposed to any such occurrence. We stand ready to render any service that might be in our power, to bring to justice the guilty parties. The Committee: A. D. Daniel, Dr. William H. Dixon, Rev. W. E. Brown John Fosser, John Barber, Rev. Joseph Brown, Dr. J. O. Dawson, Rev. C. B. Jefferson. We highly appreciate the advice given through the papers by Reverend Stokes, King and Peyton. Also the advice coming from Rev. C. A. Cobbs. The best thinking people of Fulton are doing all they can to keep that friendly relation which exists between the two races. When we awake Saturday morning we felt very indignant over such a honourable and deplorable crime and we decided and still maintain the same desire to exert, all of our wits and help to capture the guilty parties, whoever they may be. While God is using His disciples to work for the uplift of the community and help to establish the Kingdom of Christ in the hearts of men and women, the devil is using his disciples to work for the downfall of the community and help to sow the seed of discord among the two races. We also commend Police Chief Sherry for the noble way and manner he handled the situation through the efforts of his corps of officers. --- FUI/TON NOTES NE MARRIES FOURTEEN TIMES I COURSE OF THREE YEARS, Now York, March 5.—Married fourteen times in three years a deserted, from both the army and navy and now serving a term in the naval prison at Portsmouth N. H., comprises the alleged war record of Harold Hammond, 20 years of age. This was revealed here in annualment proceedings brought by the first and second wives. The court was told that Hammond enlisted in the army in the fall of 1917 and shortly afterwards deserted from Fort Ethan, Allan, Vermont and came to this city where he was married. The following day he was arrest ed and sent back to his command. Then he deserted the army and enlisted in the navy under an assumed game. Once in the navy he lived up to the precepts of a sailor and had a sweet heart in every port; a good many of them he subsequently wadded. Hammond's attorney said he "married girls all the way from Maine to Virgina" an she declared, married two on the same day. OFFER REWARD FOR LYNCHER Frankfort, Ky., March 14.—Governor Edwin P. Morrow (now offered a reward of $500 each for the arrest and conviction of each member of the mob that early yesterday took from the Woodford County jail and lynched Richard James, colored. He also issued a proclamation removing from office John H. Edgar, jailer of Wood County. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. Lena V. Williams and family extend their sincere thanks to the neighbors and friends for the many kindnesses shown them during the illness of their beloved husband and father, Randolph Williams. Also for the lovely tokens of sympathy sent cater his depth. GRAND LECTURE VA. UNION UNIVERSITY CHAPEL Dr. W. P. Hayes of New York City Alumnus and member of Trusco Board of Virginia, Union University, will lecture in the Va. Union University chapel March 16. Subject: "Loyalty" Dr. W. T. Johnson will introduce the speaker. General Admission 25 cents. Reserved Seats 35 seats. HEAR HIM SUNDAY NEXT Rev. W. H. Skipwith, D. D., the International preacher, singer and evangelist, who has been with us for three weeks in one of the most successful revivals in the history of our church will preach his farewell sermon next Sunday afternoon at 3:30 P. M. from the subject, by special request: "I have put off my coat; how shall I put it on." Special music, everybody invited. Rev. T. J. King is conducting a two weeks meeting for Rev. W. B. Reed in Hartford, Conn. He will begin revival services at 14th Street Baptist Church here, on Easter Sunday. GILPIN IN WASHINGTON. Washington, D. C. The Washington public is being stirred to great enthusiasm over the announcement Charles S. Gilpin whose marvelous acting in Eugene O'Neill's "The Emperor Jones, at the Princess Theatre, New York City has made him the sensation of the season, will appear in the stellar role in that play in Washington at the Belasco Theatre, Monday March 28 supported by the well known Howard University Players, Mr. Gilpin's triumphal appearance at the Drama League banquet at the Hotel McAloon was one of the four greatest actors in America marked one of the greatest achievements ever won by a Newro. His unprecedent rise in a few weeks to a foremost place on the American stage marks an epoch in the progress of the colored people and should be an inspiration to the youth of the race. The play will be based at the Belasco Theatre one of Washington's finest show houses. Easter Monday, March 28 at eleven o'clock. EXECUTOR'S NOTICE Having been appointed executor of the estate of the late Captain Bend, A. Graves, Jr., notice is hereby given to all persons who have claims against his estate to present the same to me for payment. Notice is also given to all persons who may owe his esate anything to come forward and make payment of the same to be at my Office 613 North Second Street. J. THOMAS HEWIN Executor. Executor PRICE, FIVE CENTS HOWAID DEFEATS LINCOLN (By Emmett J. Scott, Secretary- Treasurer, Howard University.) Washington, D. C., The beautiful Murray Casino was crowded to its capacity when the referee's whistle sounded the beginning of the basket ball clash between Howard and Lincoln the two oldest, colored collegiate rivals which ended in favor of the Howard Five with a score of 36 to 22. The game started in rapid fire or order when Kean snatched the ball and made the first basket of the game. The game was fast from he gaining to end and was marked by the sharp shooting on the part of every man on the Howard-team. Sling at center for Howard was easily the brightest star doing his full share towards piling up the score by shooting 7 field goals. The wonderful development of the Howard five has plainly evident. In the team work exhibited in the clever passing of the ball. In the absence of Captain Richardson due to injury 11. Johnson handled the position of forward very well. He and Kean the two forwards for Howard played to gether like twins. The Lincoln five proved no easy opponent. Clarkson and Davis, guards for Howard were kept busy holding off Captain Boozer and Skinner, forwards for Lincoln who at every chance registered a basket. Wheatland at center for Lincoln was a marvel at shooting fouls, registering six out of seven attempts. Howard—Kean, Forward; H. Johnson, Forward; Sims, Center; Clarkson, Guard; Davis, Guard. Lincoln—Skinner, Forward; Boozer, Forward; Wheatland, Center; Franklin, Guard; Randolph, Guard; Jefferson, Hendruss, Timekeeper, Allen and Randolph, Scorers, Payne and Randolph, Substitutions, G. Johnson for Kean; Hauser for Sims; Carter for Clarkson; Holstork for Davis. IDEAL SOCIETY NOTES Members of the National Ideal Society are very active in giving their aid in providing ways and means to remodel the Ideal Hall and to make it an up to date modern structure for its National Home for the Society. The Richmond District Council and Ideal Nursery board have on hand several big entertainments which will take place in the near future for the welfare of the Order. Mrs. Cora L. Jenkins, Deputy of Newport News, Va., is doing excellent work. She organized a new Nursery this week to be added to her district and is planning great things for the next few weeks. Mrs. Locy Fitzgerald a member of the Order died recently, and was buried at Blackstone, Va. Mr. Henry Newton whose funeral took place at Mt. Olivet Baptist church on the 9th was a member of Twilight Lodge No. 1 and was buried with honors of the Order. Mrs. Belle G. Minor, a great worker of the Order also a member of Golden Eagle Lodge No. 112 died March 2nd, at her residence 515 Kinney street. Her funeral was held from the Moore Spread Baptist church Sunday March 6th, of which she was a member also a worker in every do department. Prominent among the visitors to the Ideal Office this week were Mrs. M. E. Overton, R. H. of City Point, Va., Mrs. Lacinda J. Carrier, S. P. M. of Glenn Allen, Va.; W. L. Anderson, V. S. M. of Beaverdam, Va. to confer with the Supreme Master Mr. A. W. Holmes in the Interest of the Order. SACRED CANTATA Sunday, March 20, at 3:30 P. M. a well balanced chorus composed of fourteen (14) well known soloists, will render the 91st Prelude at the Leigh Street Methodist Church, under the direction of Miss Ola C. Carter Secretary of the Red Circle Community Club. Supported by the Community Symphony Orchestra. You cannot afford to miss this musical. A FIRST CLASS BARBER. WANTED—A First Clas Barber for white trade. Apply at once. O. G. CONN KILL MAN WHO SLAYED SHERIFF Pensacolin, Fla., March 13.—Deputy Shenff John L. Owens of Quincy, Florida was shot and instantly killed by a Negro whom he attempted to arrest early today at Dogtown near Quincy. The Negro was immediately shot down and killed by Corry Smith the deputy's chauffeur. TWO published Every Saturday by John Mitchell, Jr., at 811 North Fourth Street, Richmond, Va. EDITOR - JOHN MITCHELL, JR. I communications intended for publication would be sent so as to reach us by Wednesday. entered at the Post Office at Richmond, Virginia as second-class matter. SUBSCRIPTION RATES per Year ..... $ 2.00 per Month ..... 1.10 per Month ..... 60 Foreign Subscriptions ..... 2.90 SATURDAY.....MARCH 19, 1921 THE FULTON OUTRAGE. We wore shocked to be informed that two men, alleged to be colored had attacked a white man and his wife early Saturday morning at their home 305 1-2 Nicholson street and under the cover of a revolver had forced the white man to turn his face to the wall while the two men in turn criminally assaulted his wife. We at first doubled the truth of the report for the reason that we did not believe that there were in this city two colored men, who would commit such a crime and on the other hand, we did not believe that there was a white man, who would have permitted a woman to be so assaulted with out having made some outery or with out having offered his life to prevent such a fendish crime in his presence. We doubted it too for the reason that we did not believe that there was in this city a white woman with her innate horror of the male members of the darker race, who would even under threat of death submitted 46 such an indignity when there were within calling distance hundreds of white and colored men, who would have risked their lives to save her from such a disgrace. There are some things worse than death and this is one of them. Colored people feel the opprobrium of the charge against a member of their race more than white, people and they would do any thing in order to apprehend the guilty parties. Were these criminals colored men? If they were not, then the police are on the wrong scent and may never locate them. The grimy coal cars would furnish just the kind of disguise so sadly needed in such an undefending. A black man who would be guilty of such a crime would not even be a candidate for a lunate magium, but for the electric chair if he ever got there and were it not for their respect for the law, colored people would be an desirous of lynching the guilty parties as would be white men. But lynching is primarily an assault upon the law and not upon the criminal. We hope that this woman and this man are mistaken in the color and the race of their assailants. On our part, we hope that our people will "set their faces like flint" on all kinds of lawlessness and all kinds of people, who perpetrate it. Every effort should be made to hunt down these fends, be they white or black. If would be well thought to follow a trail that will lead to their capture and to this end proceed with an "open mind." If colored men are guilty, it will be gratifying news to every law abiding citizen that they have been captured. This is one time when race lines may be disregarded in the selection of a jury. A man, who commits an assault up on a white woman today will commit a similar assault upon a colored woman tomorrow. A man, who will rob a white man today will rob a black man tomorrow. Let us join them in protecting each other regardless of race or color and furnish any and all information that will tend to bring to justice the perpetrator of one of the most f慈ish crimes known to man. MORE ABOUT AFRICA. We have been deeply impressed by the statements of Mr. Archibald John son, who is now residing in the Swiss Republic at Montreux. His plain, out spoken utterances must necessarily cause every thoughtful citizen of color Negro, Afro-American or what ever, the respective groups of our race choose to call ourselves to pond or carefully this subject of emigration and this exploiting of the various plans in dealing with the Motherland. He declares that oppression, closely akin to bondage exists in both India and Egypt and both of these countries while people by dark inhabitants are accredited by white historians to the white or Aryan Race. The Boer Republic is practically independent and Great Britain speci- fically known as England has given these Boors, or South Africa Dutch- men free rein over the black inhabitants. The policy pursued has been closely akin to that of the northerners, who looked on passively as the colored people's rights and privileges were unlawfully taken away in this country. He quotes ex-Premier Balfour with saying that it was not the intention of the government to give the colored races equality with the Europeans. He declared that it would be impossible to do this without threaten- ing the whole fabric of civilization. It is but fair to state that Mr. Balfour is not now in power and Premier Lloyd George's opinion upon this subjec has not been publicly expressed. Mr. Johnson states that at Cape Town, South Africa colored men are absolutely forbidden to practice law. Land ownership is denied to the native Africans, who must pay rent for the few feet of ground upon which he builds his kraal (hut.) Those of us, who have and are now criticising conditions in this country will have an awakening to the fact that there is more justice in dealing with Negroes in this country than there seems to be in certain parts of the British Empire. It seems then that Marcus Garvey know of these things and that he is inspired by something more than a mere desire to make himself popular and himself and his associates wealthy. Can a propaganda in this country result in the enfranchisement of enslaved Africa? Can freedom be secured by agitation from without without an open appeal to arms from within? Can Christendom be awakened to the enormity of the crime now being perpetrated upon a helpless people. The so called heathen fought for their liberation against terrific olds and fought with the simple weapons of nature against the most improved instruments of slaughter invented by the white man. Will Eternal Justice exercise itself and render a decree in this tragedy which our very able friend describes? Can black Americans render needed as sistance in redeeming Africa, not from heathenism and cannibalism, but from alleged Christianity and civilization? The Hon. Marcus Garvey says that it can be done and that it can be done along the lines, which he has selected to accomplish the task. Dr. W. E. B. Du Bois says that it can be done, but only within the limits prescribed by him. What are these Africans saying and what do they think about it? Are they ready to again bleed and die in be half of their own freedom or are they convinced that they must submit to civilizing influences and finally with time as the arbiter win their place in the industrial and financial world? We must admit that there are many problems involved in this discussion. We have American citizenship. We have at least upon the statute books of this country all of the rights and privileges of the white man. There is no political party that will risk its reputation and its possibility of success in a campaign to repeal any one of the basic amendments, which have given the Negroes in this country their right to vote and their right to enjoy equal privileges. The reason for this is the fact that in practically every war, in which this country has been engaged, the black men have conducted them selves with conspicuous gallantry and have freely offered their lives up on the sartar for the country, which they love so well. Will these colored Americans give up what they have gained hero for something which they must win over yonder with all of the civilized white world as their antagonists? To ask this question is to answer it. We will help the African free himself, but how can we free him? We will build and purchase ships to engage in commerce. We will sponsor movements for his betterment, whether this movement be led by Marcus Garvey or by W. B. B. Du Bois, but beyond this, we cannot safely go, if we are to believe the remarkable declaration of Mr. Archibald Johnson and the forbid oratory of men, who are now on this side of the Atlantic. Civilizing influences are all right and civilized Negroes are much better. Those who want to go should go and those who desire to stay should stay, but what becomes of that Utopian Negro Empire in the face of the fact that the white nations of the world have already percelled out Africa and colored people are as help less and as hapless in certain portions of Africa as they are in this land of the Pilgrim Fathers and the signers of the Declaration of Independence. If reports are to be accredited, Abyssinia is the only black empire, where the dreams of the Negro enthusiasts can now be realized. It is a most em barrasing situation, in which Hamlet's soilloquy plays a most important part. Here it is: "And rather makes us bear those ills we have Than fly to others that we know not of." —SHAKESPEARE THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA A QUESTION OF COLOR We must admit that when we heard that two colored men had criminally assaulted a white female in the presence of her husband, before daylight, we did not believe it. Our unbelief did not necessarily establish the fset that it did not happen. We could not understand how men, who would commit such a crime would leave the victims alive to identify them in case of capture and we naturally came to the conclusion that who ever committed the crime considered his identification remote. We would naturally conclude that some person al enemy of one or both of the parties had been responsible for the crime for the white man testifies that they told them that they did not want his money. This would indicate that revenge was primarily the motive. If they could once convince these helpless people that they were Negroes, when as a matter of fact they were white men, the trail would end at its beginning. Then, too there are other circumstances surrounding this case which are puzzling. From the poverty stricken condition of these people, they had nothing valuable for any one to steal. One hysterical scream by the alleged assaulted woman would have brought to her assistance a vortable army. Colored people would do well not to leg the matter rest here. They should insist upon a rigid investigation long after the excitement is over. If colored men were guilty of this heinous outrage, they owe it to them solves to ferret out the criminals, even if such efforts should extend over a period of months, to the end that human monsieur may be punished. The white people of Fulton know just what class of colored people, they have living in their midst. The relationship there between the white and colored people has been most friendly. If an "outside" class of dark people has been induced into the neighborhood only for a brief season, it should be the combined duty of both races to hunt that class down and hand the members of it over to the officers of the law. A colored man, who outrages a white woman is an enemy of society in general and the colored people in particular. Did colored men commit this crime? The people who should know most about it say that they did, but the facts, circumstances and surroundings indicate that they did not. Let us hope that they did not. PURCHASING FIREARMS There has been some comment up on the part of our people relative to the large number of white people here who have been thronging the City Hall for the purpose of securing from H.S. Honor, D. C. Richardson, permits to purchase revolvers. We do not see anything improper in this. These white people are necessarily law-abiding and are desirous of proceeding in accordance with the law. They are setting good examples for law-abiding colored folks who should proceed to do likewise. As the situation now stands, people who should own firearms are not in possession of them and people, who should not have firearms may be found in possession of them on well-nigh every street corner. This leaves the law-abiding element helpless. If the white family, claiming to have been assaulted had been in possession of a good revolver and had used it, there might have been a different story to tell. If thieves and robbers, whether white or black know in advance that their intended victims are armed or even believe that they are in possession of weapons of defense, then this crime wave as it is called will have a lasty ending. A man's home, be the head of that home white or colored is his castle and his right to defend his family against unlawful intrusion is guaranteed in every legal statute upon that subject. Colored folks have enough to stand for on the part of the lawless elements of their own race, without having thrown upon them the opprobrium of crime committed by members of the white race. We should or organize though to keep in subjection our lawless elements and do what we can to bring about a better condition of affairs amongst the wild, lawless "newday" youngsters, who neither respect God or man and for whom even the prisons of the commonwealth have no terror. SEVERAL COLORED PERSONS TO JOIN IN PROMOTING A VBRY ENTERPRISE AND PAYING BUSINESS, which has no opposition and in a field all its own. $75 each, paid in ten monthly payments will INCORPORATE; and send monthly statements with remittances to each shareholder. I know this business from A to Z and will be fair to all Write for particulars to the E. R. T. CO., 1909 Twelfth Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. ```markdown ``` OLD HATS MADE NEW LADIES' AND GENTLEMEN'S HATS OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS CLEANED AND NEBLOCKED. CHILDREN'S HATS A SPECIALTY. Let us make over your hat for your child. PARCEL POST DEPARTMENT (For out of town folks) 211-213 NORTH FIRST STREET Between Broad and Grace. 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Mrs. Martha Tonallah has been sled for the past few days. Mr Aron Holmes has purchased a new car. Mr. John Lindsay had two fingers painfully injured a few days ago. Miss Nancy Harvey spent the week end with the Misses Hawes. Messrs. William Beverly, Chasey Beverly, Mr. and Mrs. Willie Vessells and Miss Vessells spent Sunday afternoon in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Harvey. Don't forget the extra services to be held at Mt. Olive every third Sunday afternoon at 3:00 o'clock. TODAY'S BEAUTY HINT It is not necessary to shampoo your hair so frequently if it is entirely and properly cleansed each time by the use of a really good shampoo. The easiest to use and quickest drying shampoo that we can recommend to our readers is one that brings out all the natural beauty of the hair and may be enjoyed at very little expense, by dissolving a teaspoonful of cathrox which can be obtained from any druggist. in a cup of hot water. This makes a full cup of shampoo liquid, enough so it is easy to apply it to all the hair instead of just to the top of the head. This, when rubbed into the scalp and onto every strand of hair, chemically dissolves all impurities. It is very soothing and cooling in its action, as well as beneficial to both scalp and hair. After rinsing out the lather so created you will find the scalp in fresh, clean and free from dandruff, while the hair arises quickly and evenly, developing a bright luster and a soft stiffness that makes it seem very heavy. Free trial offer. Send two coins to cover postage, Address: H. S. Peterson and Company, Dept. 213, 212 W. Kinzie St., Chicago, IL. Farm For Sale Farm For Sale FARM OF 25 ACRES, 10 MILES to city, 3 miles to Laurel. One-half cleared, balance timbered. Fenced for pasture. Four room cottage, out buildings, etc. Immediate possession. Cheap and good terms; or will exchange for city property. Ideal farm for colored man. Apply MR. GODSEY, 115 E. 12th Street, South Richmond, Va. Phone Madison 2166-w. Read The Planet for information concerning the world's "doings" and watch our advertisements. May ban you will see the very thing you have been looking for. "POPULAR FOR GENERATIONS" PLANTEN'S C & C OR BLACK CAPSULES A Preparation of COMPOUND CORPAIBA and CUREBS —AT YOUR DRUGGIST Ask for YNAME ONLY avoid Subtlettish The Star Hair Grower. 9 WANT A FARMER. Wanted—A farmer. The right practical man will find a first class paying job by applying to A. F. DAVIDSON, 122 N. Michigan Ave. Atlantic City, N. J. LOST MOTHER. I desire to know the whereabouts of my mother and brothers. My mothers name is Amie Bryant. My brothers names are Abe and John Bryant. When last heard of they were living in Witheville, Va., about six years ago. Any information concerning their whereabouts will be gladly received by me. MRS. LAURA BRYANT, 2205 Pease Avenue, Houston, Texas DOWN GO BADGE PRICES! LODGES TAKE NOTICE. Big reduction in prices on badges. Get our price list for your society and save money. In our new and permanent home we have ample equipment to give prompt service. Let this old and reliable race enterprise serve you whatever your needs. Redections on all regalia. CENTRAL REGALIA CO. 641 W. Ninth St. Chinchnatti, O. Joseph L. Jones, Sr. President Joseph L. Jones, Jr. Manager CREOLE WIGS OF NATURAL HUMAN HUMAN HAIR! Either Wavy or Crimpy. Can he combed or dressed. Buy directly from manufacturer. Write for free catalog of Switches, Transformations, Straightening Either Wavy or Crimp. Can be combed & dressed. Buy d rectly from manufacturer. Write for free catalog of Switches, Transformations, Straightening Combs and Everything, n Hair Goods ALEX MARKS 660 Eighth Avenue, New York City 660 Eighth Avenue, New York City For Coughes, Colds, Sore Throat and Hoarseness Use JEFFRIES' No1 COUGH MIXTURE TRADE & MARK The Standard for Fifteen Years. For Sale By All Druggists. 35c, 65c, $1.20 Made in Richmond. FURNITURE! When you can get Furniture and Rugs from an Old Established house like JURGENS—that's known to sell the best quality goods, just as reasonable as elsewhere—why not give your friends a good impression. It will give us the greatest pleasure to show you our wonderful stock of home making, comfort giving Furniture and Rugs and—don't fail to ask our salesmen about our Banking Plan, which gives you 5, 10 or 15 months in which to pay for any purchase. CHAS. G. JURGENS SON ESTABLISHED 1880. ADAMS AND BROAD A Wonderful Hair Dressing & Grower. ONE THOUSAND AGENTS WANTED. Good Money Made. We want Agents in every city and village to sell the The Star Hair Grower. This is a Wonderful Preparation. Can be used With or Without Straightening Irons. Sells for 25cts. per Box—One 25ct. Box will prove its value. Any person that will use a 25ct. Box will be convinced. No Matter What Has Failed to Grow Your Hair, Just Give THE STAR HAIR GROWER a TRIAL and be Convinced. Send 25cts for Full Size Box. If you wish to be an Agent, send $1.00 and we will send you a Full Supply that you can begin work allonce—also Agent's Terms. Send all money by money order to THE STAR HAIR GROWER, Mfs. Box 812. Greensboro, N. C. TEXTUR-INE Best of all Hair Straighteners used by men and women everywhere. Proven absolutely harmless. Price $1.00 postpaid to all parts of the U. S. Remit by Money Order to DOUGLASS PAYNE, 252 W. 143rd St., New York, N. Y., Dept. V Investment Opportunity THERE ARE MORE THAN HALF MILLION PEOPLE IN GREATER NEW YORK WHO MUST BE PROVIDED WITH HOMES AND APARTMENTS IT IS THE OBJECT of this Corporation to build HOMES and modern APARTMENT buildings in Corona, New York, one of the most beautiful home sections in that great city. IT IS AN UNDISPUTED FACT that New York Real Estate is one of the best and at the same time one of the safest investmenas one can make. BEST TRANSIT, Best Schools and Unlimited Opportunity. For full particulars write. BLANKETS - COMFORTS Fine Dresses, Hats, Shoes, Skirts, Rugs Waists, Sheets, Spreads, Curtains EASY TERMS RICHMOND RARGAIN HOUSE 818-320 N. FIRST STREET PHONE MADISON 7194-7 CARS FOR HIRE AT $3 PER HOUR OR BY THE TRIP. MARRIAGES AND ENTERTAINMENTS ARE SERVICEES. JUST CALL RANDOLPH 171, DAY OR NIGHT. 400 EAST CLAY STREET RICHMOND VA. Subscribe to The Planet 46 E. JACKSON AVENUE. CORONA, N.Y. LOST C... PEAKS PLAINLY ABOUT MARCUS GARVEY (Continued from last week.) Mr. Madarikan Deniyi says, to attempt to set up a black republic Indonesia is a act of conspiracy against the government of President Kings which he and his Legislatures will stand. If Mn. Garvey were plotting to seriously take possession of the Liber government it would be an act of conspiracy. But his plan to Augment the government of Liberia and make entrance into Africa through that entry should be as welcome to resident King and his Legislatures Elijah's deluge of rain was to dig Ahab and his people after three and a half years of drought. But doubless at the advice of Mr. Nipyi, Mr. Garvey would be hunted with the same acrimontous avidity at Ahab hunted Elijah and when Garvey came forth and presented himself, he would be asked by President King, Arq thy he who troubles Liberia? Then with the good of the Garvey 'Invitation' already apprent, President King and his Legiatures would welcome Mr. Garvey his followers with open arms. The President King would not be possessed of his presidency nor Legislatures deprived of their power to legislate for they all would work in harmony for the upholding the republic. Without meaning any reflection up President King or any of his pre processors, Liberia has been in a state inertia for one hundred years and ally needs an instrument as should ceive with joy any hand that will it her from the pigmy condition in which she has remained all these years. Mr. Madarikan Denyi says that he consent of all the tribal kings could have to be obtained before Garvey could put his foot on Afri a soil. First I will remind him, be the advance of civilization every ostacle must give way before the ac- ncing avalanche of the combi- nces of Civilization and Christiani- r. When God leads and directs the ay. But aside from this: Did the English colonists ask the consul of the American Indian Chiefs when they felt it necessary to advance their domain? Did the English, the French, the Germans and the Portuguese ask the permission of the tribal kings to possess themselves of gh great area if territory that each occupies in Africa today? No, Mr. M. Denyl is kind as a bat and as silent as the bombs at this point. If Mr. Madarlikan Denyl has taken the pains to read the full account of the great African explorers, Speke grant Baker, Livingstone and Stanley; he could have doubt as how easy it is for any one to exploit these naked savages and use them to his own profit or advantage, you can buy them for ten cents worth of any thing that is bright and glittering It occurs to my mind now, that about 30 years ago the Richmond Virginia Dispatch (the question then was being asitated, to send all the colored people back to Africa.) said, but the Negro is a vine and like a he can not rise, without having one one else to climb upon. It then did. Every available part of the world has been taken possession of except the Congo Free State and unless he avails himself of the present opportunity and form a nation there will soon have no where of his own to put his feet. That is the thought that animates Mr. Garvey now. But there is no apparent reason for the violent attack of Mr. Madarikan beniyi which smacks very strongly San-ballota' wicked attack on ehemiah. Nehemlah 5:1 Read& When San-ballag heard that we built the wall, he was wroth and took great indignation and mocked the Jews. And in the 412 "Robish gald even that which they build, if a fox so up, he shall even break down their stone wail." But Nehemiah prayed, fear O our God, for we are desplused and turn aneur reaproach upon their own head. Read Nehemiah 4th, 6th and 6th chapters. It is strange, but true, that in very great effort started for the betrement and upift of the colored face the San-ballats, the Toblans, the eshems and the Jardases become unpart and fierce, bent on destruction. But the Universal Negro Improve Dent Association should adopt the ogan of Nehemiah, "I am doing a great work, so I can not come down on." With regard to its success no one can predict. If it fails it will be large due to the San ballet company but it is successful it will be due to the loyal people, through the leadership of God. But whether it succeeds or not, the effort is worth every dollar that it may cost. As it is not fair, for a man who has been forcibly taken from his home, to be made to walk back or get back, the best he can; when the survey Movement has taken a solid hold on Africas soil, the United States Congress should be petitioned to make appropriations from time to time to furnish ships to take such people back to Africa who may desire to, and as this is not asking for charity, but a just demand I don't think the petition would be refused. Let the people bearer of paid foreign agents for the retention of Africa by those who now possess it worth a liberal out lay of money. JAMES LEWIS HILL ROANOKE NOTES ROANOKE, VA., March 15.—Mr. Joseph Poindexter, 1 Lynchburg Avenue, N. W. has been confined to his bed for two weeks, but is feeling much better at this writing. Mrs. Thomas Ward, of Eighth Avenue, N. W. is much indisposed this week. Mrs. Helen Barlow is out again. Quite an interesting revival service is being conducted at the High Street Baptist Church. Many aged men have been convinced of their sinful ways and have accepted the Lord Jesus as their Leader. The preaching has been conducted by the Rev. Mr. Pryor, of West Virginia, who has spared no pains in riveting the Word of God to his audience in a most persuasive manner. Mr. Joel Daniels, of Ninth Avenue, N. E., who has been sick for the past two weeks, is out again. Mrs. Phyllis King, of North Avenue, N. E. is much improved. Rev. D. R. Powell, of the Hill Street Baptist Church with his choir and congregation, worshipped at Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church Sunday after noon. Rev. Powell used as a subject, "Christ the Sure Foundation." A very nice offering was rushed. Mr. George P. Graveley, of Pittsburgh is in the city this week on business and will remain over until Sunday, the guest of Mrs. Lizzie Poindexter. Mr. Eunice Miller Rutledge and little daughter, of Detroit, Mich, are the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. G. P. Miller, 346 Seventh Avenue, N. W., also Miss Grace Miller, who is a student in business college and conservatory, at Detroit, who is home on a visit. Rev. James T. Boddle, of Virginia theological Seminary and College, son of Rev J. B. Boddle, of New Rochelle, N. Y., preached morning and night at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in the absence of their pastor, Rev. W. W. Hicks, who is conducting a ten days revival at Mt. Vernon, N. Y. Rev. James S. Hatcher returned from Rocky Mount, Martinsville and Boons' Mill, Va., where he accompanied Bashon J. Albert Johnson, on his recent visit. Harrison Avenue High School was the winner of the Southwest Virginia a Basket Ball Championhip. They won eight games and last one. They were coached by Fred D. Lawson, of Hampton and his basket ball five was known at the flying squad, for their speed. The baseball team is limbering up daily. They are counting on a good team this season and have a good schedule. When in Roanoke, eat at the Franklin Cafe, 102 Henry Street, N. W. Mr. William Singleton, of Bluefield W. Va., was a visitor to the city this week. Mr. W. B. F. Crowell is touring Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama, Louisana and Florida representing the Congo Film Company. The revival at High Street Baptist Church is progressing nicely. Mr. C. T. Tolwer returned from Washington, D. C., where he was called on bushers. Get your copy of one of the many Negro newspapers from J. C. Dugger 102 Henry Street, N. W. every Satur day. Also home cooking, soft drinks and lunchz at all hours. The Parents and Teachers League has appointed Mrs. Millie B. Paxton Trunt Officer and she is on the job each and every day. There are so many boys and girls who do not attend as they should, and Mrs. M. B. seems to keep on the run. Mrs. Nancy G. Finney, who was the guest of Mrs. Nancy Kates on G'mer Avenue, has returned to Pittsburgh, Pa. A white man, 67 years old is charged with attacking a little colored girl here. The crime was committed March 9. He was sent on to the grand jury and secured bail in the sum of $2000. Mrs. Minnie War, of 544 Seventh Avenue, N. W. served supper in honor of Mrs. Fannie White and Miss Toles, of Columbus, Ohio. Those present: Miss Watkins, Mrs. Taylor, Mr. Turner, Mr. Roberson, Mr. Finney. The supper was given at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Leah Polk Mrs. Bell Simpson and sister, Mrs. Kizziah Alexandra, of Homestead, Pa. were called to the bedside of their sister, Mrs. Alice Lawson, 314 Tenth Avenue, N. W. They arrived in the city Friday, March 11. Mrs. Lawson has been quite 'adsposed for two months or more, but somewhat improved since the arrival of her sisters. Mrs. Sallie Bell of Chestnut Street N. W. has been sick for the past week. She is improving. Mrs. Lillian A. Bartee, who has been seriously ill is much improved. Miss Louise Bullocks of Durham spent the week end with Mrs. Bartee and left for home Sunday. She was of much help to Mrs. Bartee. In sad but loving remembrance of the sacred memory of my dearest mother, Allo Steward, who departed this life after a lingering illness of many months, one year ago, March 16, 1920: One year has passed, my heart's still sore. As the time goes on I miss you more; Your memory is as fresh today As in the hour you passed away. You don't know the sorrows to be left alone. But the saddest of all, is when God calls your mother. —Mrs. Della Patterson. 307 Fourth Avenue, N. W. and Brother, William Brooks. DO YOU KNOW HER? I am making inquiry of my sister, Mrs. Bettie Penn. Her husband's name was Viar Penn. They left Danville, Va. thirty years ago, went to New York City. Any one learning of her whereabouts will greatly oblige me by giving me this information. Address, Joseph Polindexer, No. 1 Lynchburg Avenue, N. W., Roanoke City, Va. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA 5,000 more Agents wanted to sell Meccoooo Dandaroo, the most marvellous and magic-like preparation for Dandruff and Shampoo (2 in 1.) Nothling like it; nature's mightiest cleanser; result astounds and delights every man and woman. $5 to $15 daily. 203 S. SECOND STREET RICHMOND, VA. DEALER IN FANCY GROCERIES, FRESH MEATS, VEGETABLES, FISH AND OYSTERS A Woman's Glc A. D. PRICE, 212 FUNERAL DIRECTOR, EMP All Orders Promptly Filled at Telephone. Halls Rented for ments. Plenty of Room with Large Picnic or Band Wap Rates and nothing but I Carriages, Etc. Keep Coreral Supplies. Open PHONE MADISON 577—Man On (Residence) SORES ON YOUR HORSES, CATTLE OR HOGS? SEND FOR SALLINE SALVE AND CURE THEM. Saline Manufactur- ing Co., 912 N. 1st St., Richmond. STOP! LOOK! READ! TANGORENE CREAM FOR MEN'S HAIR Makes Bad Hair Good and Good Hair Better. Guaranteed to Straighten Hair in 5 to 15 minutes. It is a great money maker for Barbers and Agents. Write for special prices. Better and cheaper than any other straightener on the market today. I have used them all. Address all letters to TANGORENE COMPANY, 693 N. 13th St., Philadelphia, Pa. THE PLANET Umbrella Coupons GOOD FOR FIVE VOTES BUNION Cure Sent FREE Instant Relief! Don't send a cent. I prove it at my apartment. Your tenant might bring the FREE TREATMENT that meant instant relief, and proof that your bursome bunion can be fixed. You don't have to—how many times you have failed to get rid of your post—how unbelievable you are that the train help for you knows you to send you FREE—my wonderful home treatment that will remove the bursome bunion. Good no money. Just tell your friend when your bunion disappears. Your name at an office brings the city's treatment at one on one plan, called Penny Writer. FOOT REMEDY CO., 5381 Oregon Ave., Burlington, MA 01701 Don't Send a Penny Glove --- Cured His RUPTURE I was badly ruptured while lifting a trunk several years ago. Doctors said my only hope of cure was an operation. Trusses did me no good. Finally I got hold of something that quickly and completely cured me. Years have passed and the rupture has never returned, although I am doing hard work as a carpenter. There was no operation, no lost time, no trouble. I have nothing to sell, but will give full information about how you may find a complete cure without operation, if you write to me, Eugene M. Pulen, Carpeuter, 1070-G Marcellus Avenue, Manus quan, N. J. Better cut out this notice and show it to any others who are ruptured—you may save a life or at least stop the misery of rupture and the worry and danger of an operation. RHEUMATISM A REMARKABLE HOME TREATMENT GIVEN BY ONE WHO HAD IT. In the Spring of 1893 I was attacked by Muscular and Sub-acute Rheumatism. I suffered as only those who have it know, for over three years. I tried remedy after remedy, and doctor after doctor, but such relief as I received was only temporary. Finally, I found a treatment that cured me completely, and it has never returned. I have given it to a number who were terribly afflicted and even bedridden with rheumatism, some of them 70 to 80 years old, and results were the same as in my own case. I want every sufferer from such forms of rheumatic trouble to try this marvelous healing power. Don't send a cent; simply mail your name and address and I will send it free to try. After you have used it and it has proven itself to be that long looked for means of getting rid of your rheumatism, you may send the price of it, one dollar, but understand I do not want your money unless you are perfectly satisfied to send it. Isn't that far? Why suffer any longer when relief is thus offered you free. Don't delay. Write today. Mark 11. Jackson, No. 1125-G Durston Bldg., Syracuse, N. V. Mr. Jackson is responsible. Above statement true. Free to Asthma Sufferers FREE TRIAL OF A METHOD THAT ANYONE CAN USE WITHOUT DISCOMFORT OR LOOS OF TIME. We have a method for the control of Asthma, and we want you to try it at our expense. No matter whether or your case is of long standing or recent development, whether it is present as occasional or chronic Asthma, you should send for a free trial of our method. No matter in what climate you live, no matter what your age or occupation, if you are troubled with Asthma, our method should relieve you promptly. We especially want to send it to those apparently hopeless cases, where all forms of inhalers, douches, opium preparations, fumes, patent smokes etc. have failed. We want to show everyone at our expense that our method is designed to end all difficult breathing, all wheezing and all those terrible paroxysms. This free offer is too important to neglect a single day. Write now and begin the method at once. Send no money. Simply mail coupon below. Do it Today—you do not even pay postage. FREE TRIAL COUPON Front'er Asthma Co., Room 636N Niagara and Hudson Sts, Buffalo, N. Y. Send free trial of your method to ENDS STOMACH TROUBLE: PANISHES TAPE-WORM. No matter how long you have suffered—how much you have thotored how many times you have been told your case is incurable—I positively guarantee that my Special Romody "A" will end the worst case of stomach trouble (except cancer) and expel any tape-worm or I make no charge for treatment. I take all the risk, you none. You must get satisfactory results or you are out nothing. Don't suffer another minute—send me your name and address today and get FREE PROOF by return mail. Walter A. Reisner, Box R-64, Milwaukee, WI. SOFT SILKY HAIR At last a reliable hair grower that makes short, kinky hair quick- ly grow long, soft and silky. Stops falling hair, removes dandruff, cleans the scalp and feeds the hair roots. If your druggist cannot supply you, stamps or coin for full size package. Use EXELENTO SKIN DEAUTIFFER an ointment for dark, gallow skin. Used in treatment of skin troubles. Appears Wanted Everywhere Writes for Inviteurs EXELENTO MEDICINE, Alanta, Georgia A. D. PRICE. 212 EAST LEIGH STREET FUNERAL DIRECTOR, EMBALMER AND LIVERYMAN All Orders Promptly Filled at Short Notice by Telegraph or Telephone. Halls Rented for Meetings and Nice Entertainments. Plenty of Room with all Necessary Conveniences. Large Picnic or Band Wagons for Hire at Reasonable Rates and nothing but First-class Automobiles and Carriages, Etc. Keep Constantly on Hand Fine Funeral Supplies. Open All Day and Night. PHONE MADISON 577—Man On Duty All Night—RICHMOND, VA. (Residence next door.) AGENTS WANTED. Enormous Repeater. Price $1.10. MECCOOROO HAIR TONIC Mfg. Co. Station J. P. O. Box 61; New York City. EDW. STEWART PHONE, MADISON 1037 $200—GOLD PRIZE—$200 FOR A NAME To the man or woman, boy or girl who selects the most suitable or soilet name for its extensive line of Toilet Preparations the Beckwith Manufacturing Co. (formerly the Ambrosia Toilet Co.) will award a prize of $200 GOLD. For particulars send two-cent stamp. Dept. 29 2134 Central Ave Cleveland, Ohio TOLLAND FOR MEN'S HAIR RESIDENCE, 735 N. SECOND ST. FIRST CLASS AUTOMOBILES AND HACKS, CASKETS OF ALL DESCRIPTIONS. Chapel Service Free to All of Our Patrons. ALL COUNTRY ORDERS ARE GIVEN OUR SPECIAL ATTENTION. PHONE MADISON 2778 OPEN DAY AND NIGHT. The only POSITIVE HAIR GROWER and DANDRUFF REMOVER GLOVER'S MANGE MEDICINE Sold for 36 Years. Pamphlet on the scalp marked free on application to h. CLAY GLOVER CO., 118 W 31st St, N.Y.C. SEAMSTRESS WANTED SHIRT AND SHIRTWAIST MANUFACTURING ESTABLISHMENT GOOD SALARY. 1001 E. PINE ST. PHONE 290- J Florence, S. C. J. W. TAYLOR. PROPRIETOR Colored Insurance Agents Ca.) OLD. amp. AVE., Dept. 29 2134 Central Ave., Cleveland, Ohio. Glory Is Her Hair You need no longer sigh for silky coils of thick, soft hair—they are yours if you will use DILL'S HAIR POMADE Once a day it should be rubbed into the roots of your hair, and soon the coarse, harsh hair will grow shiny and beautiful. Dill's Pomade is a delightful preparation, highly perfumed, easily applied and giving immediate relief from itching and dandruff. Use it on baby's head, too, to remove unsightly scum and soothe the delicate skin. Dill's Hair Pomade can be had at all drug stores, 15c a box. THE DILL COMPANY, Norrlstown, Pa. 212 EAST LEIGH STREET R, EMBALMER AND LIVERYMAN Called at Short Notice by Telegraph or rated for Meetings and Nice Entertain- mom with all Necessary Conveniences. and Wagons for Hire at Reasonable but First-class Automobiles and Keep Constantly on Hand Fine Fun- Open All Day and Night. On Duty All Night—RICHMOND, VA, evidence next door.) The East India Hair Grower Will Promote a full Growth of Hair. Will also restore the Will Promote a full Growth of Hair. Will also restore the Strength, Vitality and the Beauty of the Hair. If Your Hair Is Dry, and Wry Try—EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER with Filling Hair, Dan druff, Itching Scalp, or any Hair Trouble, we want you to try a Jar of East India Hair Grower. The remedy contains medical properties that go to the roots of the Hair, stimulate the skin, helping Nature to do its work. Leaves the Hair Soft and Silky. Perfumed with a balm of a thousand flowers. The best known remedy for heavy and beautiful black eyebrows, also Restores Gray Hair to its Natural Color. Can be used with Hot Iron for Straightening. Price Sent by Mall, 50c, S. D. LYONS, Gen. Agt, 316 N. Central St., Oklahoma City, Okla. (100 extra for postage) KLEIN'S OUTLET 1 Hair Grower, 1 Temp- ature Oil, 1 Shampoo, 1 Place Cream and Directions for Belling..$8.00 25 cents extra for postage. $2.00 sent to this office will place The Planet in your home. If so, call and see L. J. HAYDEN, Manufacturer of Pure Herb Medicines, 220 West Broad Street. My Medicines WILL CURE YOU. Hundreds of people, in the United States and Europe have testified that my medicines have cured them. I use nothing but Herbs, Roots, Barks, Gum, Balsams, Leaves, Seed, Borries, Flowers and Plants in my medicines. 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DEALS by Lucinda Young, who in the twenty-four days and saw dreams and led to writ e the wonders she saw into the seven year famine that began in years and extends to the foreign lands. cases rage among the people and saw that there were not enough living already in the land. The book is oe Mrs. Davenport's, 710 N. First Johnson's Wonderful Hair Grower and hat, Richmond, Va. Address all com- A YOUNG, R. F. D. No. 4, Box 73-6, S WANTED. THREE FOUR DISASTROUS FIRE HERE COST FIVE LIVES Wall Collapses As "Back Draft" Wrecks Building. Thousands Watch Firefighters Battle for Hours to Prevent Flames Spreading. March 14. —Five men, including four of the city's firemen were killed yesterday afternoon in fighting one of the most disastrous fires in the history of Richmond as thousands watched. Two or more bodies are be loved to be in the still smoking ruins of the Hopkins Furniture Store, 25 West Broad street. Six injured are in hospitals, some of whom are seri ously hurt. A "back draft" is erdited as the cause of an explosion which wrecked the walls of the Jurgens, demolishing the building of the Hopkins furni ture store at Adams and Broad streets. More than a scorpere injured, six of whom were in hospitals last night. The cause of the fire, which was discovered on the third floor of the Jurgens building at 12:35 o'clock yesterday afternoon has not been determined. The damage is estimated at between $350,000 and $600,000. The fire was not gotten under control until after 5 o'clock last night and at 10 P. M. firemen were still fighting the flames and fire lines still prevailed. WILL PROB HOLOCRAUST Colonel William M. Meyers, Director of Public Safety last night appointed a commission of four experts to investigate the caving in of the roof of the Hopkins building which carried down about, fifteen firemen, five possibly seven to death, and to fix, if possible the responsibility for the fatalities. Building Inspector John E. Butler will conduct the investigation and other members of the commission appointed by Colonel Myers include J. Ambler Johnson, Chief of Fire De partment Joynes and A. A. Van Veen of the J. T. Wilson Construction Company. The committee meets at Adams and Broad streets at 9:30 o'clock this morning so start the investigation. All six of the injured in hospitals are firemen from Companies No. 1 and No. 2. Besides these, who were the most severely injured, a number of firemen were knocked out by flying bricks when the top of the wall on the Jurgens building fell, several were temporarily put out of the fight by smoke and minor injuries. The first alarm was followed by the second at 12:37 o'clock by a third at 12:40 and a general call for the entire fire department at 12:45. Firemen had just carried a line of hose to the top of the Jurgens building and had been compelled to do second because of lack of pressure when the explosion occurred. Had they remained on top of the dosed building five times longer the entire company would have been tossed into the raging furnace beneath. Volunteer civilians, working with crowds to pick holes in the walls separating the two buildings so that hose could be played on the flames and firemen preparing to separate these streams of water were the men who were caught and carried down when the explosion occurred. The Hopkins building is a four-story brick, standing next the Jurgens' building, which is six stories and when the wall of the taller structure fell its weight broke through the roof carried down floor after floor and sunk through the main floor into the collar. Some of the men who were caught on the roof were carried only to the third floor where they lodged on a shelf which did not break away near the front of the building, only the rear part of the second floor gave way. The main floor went through with the weight only the solid earth supporting the basement floor stopping the tons and tons of brick, mortar, great beams and furniture which the avalanche gathered in its course. Captain Rogers of a Fulton Company aged 72, was one of the firemen caught on the roof. He fell to the third floor and was wedged between two beams, and covered with brick and mortor, comrades dug him out before flames sprang up below. Others escaped from the second floor while all of the men killed were buried in the collar. Jomie R. Passadag was the only fireman who fell all the way to the first floor who escaped alive. He was partly buried beneath the wreckage and was discovered by Thomas Bowry, city electrician inspector and Officer G. J. Browning of the traffic squad. Despite the fact that flames were springing up from the wreckage these men refused to leave Passadagage who was plained beneath a beam with a broken arm, although their exit was partially blocked by wreckage. WOULD AS SOON DIE THERE. "I'd just as soon die here as any where," Browning says Bowery declared when the injured man implored his two rescuers to leave him and search for his "pal" Johnson who was later bound beneath the wreck age in the collar, dead. For some time rescuers, who were attempting to locate the men who were missing, were unable to begin removing dorris because of the dangerous condition of remanders of the wall between two stores, which it was thought might cave in at any time. They were compelled to satisfy themselves with keeping down the flames, which continually sprang up Even at this most of the bodies moved were badly charred. Many prominent citizens, bank presidents and officials of large connors, who are honorary firemen, pressed through the lines and offered their services to Mator George Alus- He, Director of Public: Safety Myers, Chief Joynes, Assistant Chief Jones, Chief of Police Sherry and other officials who came to the scene to aid in the work of fighting the blaze. Colonel Myers last night that his commission would today investigate the construction of the building in which the five men lost their lives with a view of attempting to fix the blame for the accident. The fire, viewed from the inside, proved to be full of thrills. The work of the firemen would be spoken of on the battlefront as conspicuous bravery in the face of a galling fire. The men worked right on rescuing the dead and fighting the fire-while dangers threatened on all sides. ELEVATOR LEFT SUSPENDED IN AIR. The elevator of the Hopkins Company had been left suspended in the air and after the fire rested shakily on three timbers directly above the heads of the man. Had it broken free it would have added to the list of those dead. Despite this danger the firemen continued to search the debris for their dead comrades and when fire broke out anew, late in the evening, again endangered their lives by climbing back over the wreckage to get at the seat of the blaze. Less than five minutes before the wall which crushed the life from the five unfortunate fell, Captain Wendors of No. 1 Company, had his en fire command on the roof of the building. They were unable to obtain presure on their lines and transferred to another plug. While they were connecting this new hose line the wall fell. If they had been able to get pressure on their first line the entire company would have been carried down probably to death. Captain Meadors and his lieutenant were in the alley in the rear of the building when the crash came. Meadors was able to jump to safety with bricks raining around him. His subordinate was not so fortunate and was badly injured by the failing missiles. HALL'S CONSPICIOUS BRAVERY Captain Hall of Company No. 4, displayed exceptional coolness and courage. Several times when it was necessary to climb back under the fallen mass of timbers, he refused to allow any of his men, to go until he had first been there and decided whether it was safe. On one of these reconnoitering expeditions he fell in to the collar, where the water was several feet deep losing his helmet and receiving a wetting from head to foot. Twelve engine companies and 3 truck companies were on the scene, and those was played on the building from all four sides. When the explosion occurred a number of firemen on Adams street narrowly missed death as the wall blew out on this side also, but warned by the explosion, they saw the mass of brick falling and barely ran out of the way before it hit the street. In the rear of the building where a portion of the wall also gave way one fireman was knocked unconscious by a brick which was blown out of the top of the wall but was revived and returned to his work. PLY HOSE FROM MASONIC TEMPLE Four sets of hose were played on the blase from Masonic Temple, across Adams street while other lines were operated from Broad street and still others from the top of the C. B. Haynes Co., and the Boschen Shoo Store, where fire fighters, undaunted by he catastrophe continued to throw streams of water on the blase. Chief Charles A. Sherry, soon after the accident, detailed police to aid in the work. Fire lines were formed early in the afternoon and a crowd of many thousands packed the streets for blocks around to witness the fight. A special squad of police were also detained to keep the lines in order. Fireman Gallier who was among the dead, was of duty when the alarm sounded, and his officers did not know he was at the fire until they dug his body out of the wrecked store. He was one of the most popular members of his company, and entended the department in July of 1911. He was formerly of Reidville, N. C. DEAD FIREMEN LEAVES FIVE CHILDREN. Firemen Johnson, who was the last man found among the dead, leaves five children, his wife having died seven months ago. His children, unlucky some action is taken by the pub, will become public charges, but members of his company last night were agitating the adoption of the on fire lot by his comrades. Lieutenant Grace is at the head of this movement and stated that he himself would adopt one of them. It is believed that all five of them will be adopted by members of No. 2 Truck Company. Many little acts of personal bravery and heroism marked the after noon. Captain George D. Rust left a sick bed to take charge of a company at the fire, although he was seriously ill as an after-effect of the Richmond Hotel fire. He was taken from the scene to a doctor into in the afternoon, after having spent himself fighting the flames. FLORIDA MOB LYNCHES MAN Charged With Making Improper Remarks to Young White Woman Taken From Officers. Tampa, Fla., March 11.—William Bowles, colored, was lynched by a mob near Eagle Lake, Polk County this afternoon after two deputy sheriffs who had arrested the black for making improper remarks to a young white woman. As the officers were taking the Negro to the county jail at Bartow, they were held up by a mob of armed man, overpowered and the Negro taken from them. The man was hanged to a tree near the roadside. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA FAITH IN THE LAW (Richmond, Va., Times Dispatch March 14, 1921.) An abounding and abiding faith in the justice of the law and the adequacy of the courts prevails in Richmond. It has prevailed here through out all the years of its history and it has served to keep the city's record clean. It prevails now even at a time when minds have been inflamed and hearts made sore by the commission of a crime so heinous that even to speak of it makes the blood boil. Richmond will continue to be a law-abiding city. Faith in its courts is and will remain unshaken. Here and there inflammatory utterances have been made. Unwise counsel has been given in the heat of a just indignation, but the calm advice and wise leaderships of those who have Richmond's best interests at heart, while demanding the utmost protection for its citizens, will determine the course of conduct in event the persecutors of the deed are captured as they surely will be That this faith in justice legally administered is dominant in Richmond was reflected yesterday in the mass meeting held in Fulton, scene of the crime. Citizens gathered to gether there counseled "coolness and deliberation," and it may be regarded as certain that those citizens, honest and law-abiding husbands and fathers, will set an example in judgement that will do them and their city creed it even under heart-rending circumstances. In their determination to bring the criminals to the bar of the law, the white citizens are joined by the Negroes who at a massmeeting also held in Fulton deplored the crime that has been committed and promised every aid within their power to bring the guilty persons to justice. With both races working toward the same end there should be no more covert hints of trouble of that sort from which Richmond has been peculiarly free. The Times Dispatch again as it did in these columns yesterday urges that the police force be enlarged immediately to meet the emergency of the present crime wave of which the Fulton outrage is the most horrible incident, and if joins with the Fulton citizens in demanding that the authorities take adequate steps to stamp out lawlessness. It is an open secret of course, that ample precautions have been taken to meet any sudden emergency of any kind, but such conditions as exist today, with scores of burglaries committed within the last few days and new ones added to the list almost, nightly require measures of a more permanent character. It may take weeks but until this crime ager is terminated the police force should be strengthened to prescriptions sufficient not only to prevent crime but to sergey the criminals from the city. (Nichmond, Va., Times Diapatch March 14, 1921. THE LAW WILL TAKE ITS COURSE It is difficult to speak calmly of that atrocious crime committed up on a white woman in Fulton yesterday morning. Richmond has been so happily free of that sort of outrage that it seems almost impossible a deed so unappealable could be persecuted hero. And yet, shocked to the very heart, Richmond will not lose its senses. Bestialing the crime was in all its details, Richmond knows it was not symptomatic of any race trouble. It knows that thousands of respectable, law-abiding Negroes in Richmond are shocked no less than the white citizens and that they are just as anxious that the perpetrators of the crime she captured and brought to speedy justice. In the pursuit of them there should be no hint of race nor, in the event of capture, any talk of justice that shall not be dispensed by the courts. Because a crime has been committed, however aggravated, is no reason why a law-abiding City should depart from his law. Richmond citizens may rest assured that the counts are adequate to meto out punishment without one moment's delay. The criminals can hardly escape from the dragnet that has been set for them, and once captured, the electric chair will not be further away from them than the absolute minimum fixed by the law. (Richmond, Va., Times Dispatch, March 13, 1921.) BLUE TRIANGLE NOTES. The program at the Vesper hour service Sunday was given by a group of younger girls who are members of the American Beauty Corps, Miss Rebecca Goode their Corps adviser. On next Sunday afternoon March 20th the speaker at Vesper hour will be Mr. M. A. Norrell. Musical and lit cary numbers will be furnished by the Triple H. Corps. The next lecture of the series of lectures is scheduled to be held on Wednesday evening March 30th at 8 o'clock. Dr. D. A. Ferguson will lecture on "The Care of the Teeth." We are anticipating a very interesting and helpful lecture and it is hoped that the public will take in this splendid opportunity. DO YOU KNOW THEM? I desire to know the whereabouts of Anty Jackson's sons, who lived in Richmond or in Virginia somewhere during slavery times. He was an old man, who bought his freedom by working in the gold mines and after the surrender, he married a Croote. Any information concerning him on his relatives will be thankfully received by, ANDREW JACKSON, Baxter, West Virginia. Virginia—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the 14th day of March 1921. JENNIE BANKS ..... Plaintiff against ..... In Chancery DEWEY BANKS, ..... Defendant The object of this suit is to obtain by plaintiff from the defendant a divorce from the bond of matrimony on the ground of desertion and about document continuing for more than three years. And alavaji having been made and filed that Dewey Banks the defendant is not a resident of the State of Virginia, and whose last known post office address was Pittsburg, Pa., it is therefore ordered that Dewey Banks do appear here within ten days after due publication of this order and do what, ever may be necessary to protect his interest in this suit. A Copy: Teste: LUTHER LIBBY, Clerk. R. W. Ivey, p. q. VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Rihmond the 10th day of March 1921. ARNETTA E. HOMES .....Plainiff against In Chancery CHARLES W. HOLMES, ..Defendau The object of this suit is to ob- tain a divorce from the bond of matrimony by the plain- tiff from the defendant on the ground natural impotence of the body exist ig at the time of marriage. And an allfidavit having been made and filed that the defendant, Chorles Will' ms Holmes is not a resident of the State of Virginia it is ordered that he appear here within ten days after the due publication of this or- der and do what may be necessary to protect his interest in this suit. A Copy: Tecke: LUTHER LIBBY, Clerk. J. E. BYRD, P. Q. 532 1-2 N. Second Street. VIRGINIA—In 'the Clerks Office of the Hustings Court Part II. of the City of Richmond, March 14, 1921. SUSIE A. TARLETON. . . . Plaintiff vs. In Chancery. JAMES E. TARLETON. . . . Defendant The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony by the Plaintiff from the defendant, upon the grounds of adultery, and an affidavit having been made and fled that the defendant, James E. Tarleton is not a resident of the Statute of Virginia it is ordered that he do appear within ten days after due publication of this order and do what is necessary to protect his interest in this suit. , A Copy. Testee: W. E. DU VAL, Clerk. J. M. Turner, P. Q. VIGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the 18th day of February 1921. FLORENCE ROBERSON....Plaintiff against In Chancery WILLIAM ROBERSON....Defendant. The object of this suit is to obtain an absolute divorce from the bond of matrimony by the plaintiff from the defendant upon the ground of desert ion. And an affidavit having been made and filed that due diligence has been used by and on behalf of the plaintiff to ascertain in what county or corporation the defendant William Roberson is without effect and that the plaintiff does not know his whereabouts; it is ordered that the sal-defendant appear here within ten days after the publication of this order and do what may be necessary to protect his interest in this suit. A Copy; Teste LUTHER HIBBY, Clerk HENRY CRUTCHFIELD, p. q. 1117 E. Marshall Street Richmond, Va. VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the 23rd day of February 1921. RICHARD EDWARDS, .....Plaintiff against In Chancery ALTHEA EDWARDS, Defendant, The object of the above styled suit is to obtain an absolute divorce from the bond of matrimony by the plaintiff from the defendant upon the ground of adultery. And an affidavit having been made and filed that the defendant, Althea Edwards is not a resident of the State of Virginia, it is ordered that the said defendant Althea Edwards appear here within ten days from the duo publication of this order, and do what may be necessary to protect her interest in this suit. A Copy: Teste: LUTHER LIBBY, Clerk J. HENKY CRUTCHFIELD, p. a VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the 18th day of February 1921. LUCY WILKERSON, .....Plaintiff against In Chancery. GEORGE WILKERSON .....Defendant The object of this suit is obtain an absolute divorce from the bond of matrimony by the plaintiff from the defendant upon the ground of desertion and adultery. And an affidavit having been made and filed that the defendant George Wilkerson is not a resident of the State of Virginia it is ordered that the said defendant appear here with in ten days after duo publication of this order and do what may be necessary to protect his interest in this suit. A Copy: Testic: LUTHER LIBRY, Clerk J. KENRY CRUTCHFIELD, p. q. 1117 E. Marshall, Street Richmond, Va. THE MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK, Richmond 9 to 2. Saturdays, 9 to Your Patronage Solicited. John Mitchell, Jr., - President A. V. Norrell, Jr., - Cashie AN EDITORIAL FROM THE NEW YORK GLOBE. (The New York Globe is one of the leading Metropolitan dailies of America.) The New York Globe on Tuesday March 5th in an editorial headed: "A Signpost for Whites" pointed out the remarkable work being done by the National Association for the Advance ment of Colored People. The editorial stated "The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People could be studied with profit by those who believe in lynching and Jim Crow methods. It was founded in 1909. The Crisis for March contains its report for 1920 which reveals a sufficient activity to make one thoughtful. The Association now has 88,000 members, and hopes for 250,000. Its officers last year travelled 100,000 miles and the rather slender purse of the organization—$47,000 dolloyed the expenses of various battles for a better treatment of Negroes. Representatives of the association helped to kill twenty out of thirteen anti-intermarriage bills in state legislatures. They checked the course of twenty discriminating measures in Congress. They initiated legislation giving the Negro a secure-footing in law courts, successfully fought dozens of cases and especially unjust convictions, disseminated litfeature on lynching, sponsored the Negro elector and secured school and theatre privileges in various parts of the country. The association claims credit for calling attention to abuses in Haiti. It established a news bureau at its New York headquarters. This is all evidence that needs notice. Perhaps it needs interpretation too. It shows a growth of the body of educated, thoughtful and determined Negroes. These are organizing their race in America. They have already become an effective force in politics in the courtroom, and—though this phase has not been touched upon—in industry. The promise of the future is plain. We shall continue to educate the Negro or he will rather continue increasingly to educate himself. The body of intelligent and self-respecting colored people will continue to grow larger. 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