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WE SERVE - INFORM - ADVERTISE THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS VOLUME XXXVIII, NO. 41 RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 1921 EDITOR MITCHELL'S TRAVELS THE MAN FROM NEWARK. The fight between Charley Parker, Boston and Young Gradwell of Newark was interesting. Gradwell on Dr. Jefferson was chuckling at art to finish. It was all white foliage until the time we met for the championship fight. We knew it was about to begin by the choring; here is something unannoy and peculiar about a prize ticket. I had seen em in movies, but never had witten the real bout. You cannot appreciate them in any other way than to at the ring side. Hereafter, nootive picture business will do for me, if I really want to see a fight. IN THE RING AT LAST "Here they come!" Johnny Wilson and climbed over the ropes on the hoop nearest to us. The goods which had been hanging on the ropes were side of the ring. He wore a robe and this was kept ground him as he fell down in his corner. The crowd put up one voiceless roar. Then me Robinson's turn. Colored folks out wild and white folks joined in welcome. Robinson followed Winn's lead and bowed to the multitude cannot describe my feelings. Tall back man resembled in many respects the pictures I had seen of Jack Johnn. He was tall looking and slimny he sat down with a satisfied air; these men wore practically no clothes, after the waist; line is reached they like the average man in this new he underwear with his shirt le SOMETHING WRONG The referee was in the ring and on there was a hitch. Wilson, the site champion refused to get up seconds came over so him and dispersed something and then they went over to Robbins oil's柜 W. possible that at this late hour with out 15,000 people present, he would use to stage the hour that led all of those people together was a d1 position to hit his well. "He's afraid to fight Robinson en the referee came forward and made the announcement, George Robinson in 3.12 pounds over weight. It were true then Wilson had the light and the pelvic one to fight him. THAT STAGGERING BLOW oblinson's chance of securing the emupliposition w a glimmer on his shoulder should win the contest, which is? Finally, more whispering followed. Then it was decided to threaten some agreement. Wilson agreed to cease with the contest. I saw those rounds. It was in the first round. Robin on landed a blow that sent son tanguering to the ropes. With those ropes, according to all appearance he would have taken to the crook. The crook veiled. Wilson was rerukt himself after that and he was careful and cautious, broadcast. THOSE UPPER CUTS. they would clinch and then Robbie would deal those, heavy heavies with Wilson's head under his until Wilson's face on one summed the hue of dark purple. When got a chance Wilson returned the appliance. Robinson out classed out-bought him, in precisely round it was in the tent and that. Wilson showed exe weakness. Robinson was tight Like a tiger. He did all he could, and a knock out but his white opent was toy. He would hang on Robinson to protect himself. THE GONG SOUNDED the sound of the gong ending the test saved him, and the crowd cited the decision of the referendum to Wilim as the winner; a crowd velled amidst blues, while some white men declared it to be a law deal as the colored man had on points. Put what else could have been expected? Wilson evidently went into the fight with that he standing after he found out that opponent was over-weight. It did not do to print some of the sessions of he colored folk, and one of the results of the white ones were particularly to Wilim. BETWEEN THE ROUNDS is difficult to, properly describe rounds in a prize fight so the lay d may understand. The rounds only about two minutes and then gong sounds, when the principles must separate. When they get best up, the prize-fighter refuse to break away. They are not allowed to strike in the clinches after the gong sounds and the referee goes in and makes them break away. They obey him readily and each man walks to his corner. Then his second, proceed to rub him down and fum him with towels. You could see that brawny colored man stretching himself out, while white men with bath towels and spouses rubbed him down. STRUCK HIM AT WILL. They were treating Wilson the same way. He was so badly done up as times that they poured a coloured liquid down his throat. Then the garters would sound and both would go into the ring again. Robinson forced the fighting all the time. He literally leaped at Wilson and struck him at will, but the champion knew how to take punishment and he got a plenty of it. Then the gang would sound again and the opera room would be reported. It was surprising to observe how a man practically out would stand and could be revived on such short notice. When the ten rounds were over, Robinson walked unneconomically to corner, while Wilson's free showed heavy punishment. The former did not have a scratch and appeared as fright as when he first entered the ring. The dislocations were noticeable all over the arena. Then the decision was soon announced. I had my first experience at a petting ring and I was content. No one regretted the price of the coat. It was after 11 o'clock and I went out to the garage to get the car. LOST ERNEST A crowd had gathered. For a time, we lost Ernest. Like bad money, he was always turning up after we had to let him. We had to shove the Stanley out and it was not ten minutes before Robb on had steam up and we were on our way to the hostel, from which place we had removed our belongings and then we went over to Mr. John D. Jones' house e in Readville, where the girls proceeded to serve cool bummeen at that late hour. I learned in the morning that Ernest had entered them unmil 2 A. M. although he had been visiting his brother in the city of Philadelphia. But then they did not know this and he did. --- MERO AMERICANS OF VIRGINIA ACCEPT THEM AS WHITE CHILDREN OF THE CITY --- The white Republicans of Virginia acting, it is alleged, in sympathy with the policy of the National Republican Committee, held a State Convention from which AfroAmerican delegates were excluded, list as the Democrat exclude them, and ordered those who wanted to observe the workings convention to be seated in the gallery. The AfroAmericans of the State hold a conference at Richmond and nominated John Mitchell, Jr. for Governor and Pimmern B. Young for Lieutenant Governor, the nominations to be confirmed and the ticket completed for State officers, by a convention to be held in September Women were recognized by the nomination of Mrs. Margaret L. Walker for Superintendent of Public Instruction, Mr. Young declined to the nomination. It is the purpose however, to contest the election. The war is on and we are compelled to fight with fire. (N. Y. Amsterdam News.) --- LILY BLACKS PICK MITCHELL Portmouth, Va., Aug. 8—John Mitchell, Editor of the Richmond Va. Planet, was nominated for Governor of Virginia by the "Ilyl-blacks," colored wing of the Republican party at an important convention held yesterday at Buckroe Beach. Resolutions to call and hold a convention at Richmond, September 5th, to devise ways and means of obtaining finance and to nominate candidates for other state offices were unanimously passed. J. T. Newsome, attorney of Newport News made the keynote speech, declaring that the Negroes were gathered for the purpose of contending against "segregation in politics." "The meeting yesterday was an aftermath of the "Ilyl white" Republican convention held recently in Norfolk, when the Negroes were virtually eliminated from the councils and consideration of the party in Virginia as reps elected by the white Republicans. Approximately 200 Negroes from all parts of the state attended the Buckroe Beach meeting yesterday. (Richmond, Va., News Leader.) RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, AUGUST 20, 1921 CONSTITUTIONALITY OF DYER ANTI LYNCHING BILL UPHELD BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE. FULTON NOTES. GOURDIN IS O ATI Call for 14th Annual Meeting of National Equal Rights League by the President, Dr. M. A. N. Shaw. To the Branches of the Equal Rights League, Alliated Organizations; and every Colored American citizen The time is near at hand for the 14th annual meeting of the National Equal Rights League which convenes in Chicago. Illinois September 10 to 14, 1821, at the Pilgrim Rest Baptist church, 23rd Street and Indiana Avenue. Because of the serious conditions affecting the welfare of our race call for conference and action by the best leaders and most unselfish men and women among us. I am urging that every state, county and city send delegates to this convention. If you have no branch of the National Equal Rights League in your area, organize one or a committee, at once and elect delegates to meet with us. Every church, every Woman's Club and every civic, and territorial organization is urged to send as delegates the best representatives in your midst. You are entitled to one delegate each, from hometide organizations of no less than twenty members. MATTERS TO BE ACTED UPON AT THE CONVENTION We want only earnest self-sacrificing men and women to take action on: 1. The proposed enactment of legislation by Congress making lynebling a Federal crime. 2. The rapid growth of Ku Nuix Klan whose avowed purpose is vindictive punishment instead of the penalities provided by law. 3. To encourage the establishment of business enterprises among our people in all sections of the country to the end that we may provide more employment for our young people. 4. To plan for legislation which will protect us in the enjoyment of property it actually acquired and to encourage land ownership. 5. To abolish peonage and all forms of labor contracts which carry prison penalties. 6. To co operate with all force tepuling to reduce illiteracy, promote the moral welfare and better conduct on the part of our people from the South some of whom are turning their new found liberty into license. 7. To abolish color line discrimination in organization; pledged to collective bargaining. 8. To urge closer affiliation of or organizations representing Capital and labor and aid in promoting industrial peace. 9. To establish an effective and national defense bureau which shall ceo operate with lawful authorities in the maintenance of all our constitutional rights. 10. The promotion of a national converted drive for the Tikhkham and Madden bills against disfranchisement and Jim Crow cars. 11. Insistent opposition to coton segregation especially by the Government. WHERE TO NOTIFY YOUR INTENT TION TO ATTEND. Delegates will please send notice Mrs. Ida B. Woll Barnett, 3624 Grand Bottlevard, Chicago HI., Chairman Publicity Committee. Respeaking for our race the earnest self sacrificing service of representatives from all sections of our common country in wiping out all proscription and public restrictions based on color and invoking divine guidance for the plans and work of our convention. I issue this call to duty for the time and place above stated. Boston, Mass., August 3, 1921. M. A. N. SHAW. Pres. Nat. Equal Rights League. THE STORK The stork visited Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Johnson, Jr. July 20th and left a fine baby boy, Harry Douglas, Mother and baby are doing nicely. WANTS TO ADOPT LITTLE GIRL Would like to adopt a little girl of three or four years of age. Able to give her a nice comfortable home and a good education. Will treat her as my own child. Any one interested, can write Mrs. Etta Houston, Schellburg, Pa. FULTON NOTES, Some very strong gospel, was preached by the following Divine, during the Anniversary services aided a the Mt. Calvary Baptist church, Rev. Staton, M. H. Payne P. W. W. Williams and Rev. W. T. Johnson. The choirs of the Mt. Vernon and the 1st Baptist churches came in for mourn praise. The termination ended in a greet repast. Our pastor after praising Sunday morning, went immediately to the St. James Baptist church, and preached the funeral services of Mt. Famille Fields, a member of the Oak Grove Council, Supreme L. O. St. L., Many friends were present to witness the services, as Miss Fields had a good number of friends in her cousinunity and Richmond. Mr. and Mrs. Edward James have returned from Baltimore after 10 p.m.; a little over six years. They will make their home here. We are glad to welcome old timers back home. Mrs. Josephine Dav's, Betje Dandridge and Hallie Robinson are paying us a visit and they worship at Calvary last Sabbath. Rev. A. D. Clarke, preached at the First Baptist church Bermuda Hundreds last Sabbath, during the absence of the pastor, Rev. W. L. Tuck, who conducted a grand revival at the Zion Grove Baptist church, Halifax County, Va. Rev. Barksdale, pastor. For one week there were 14 converts. There was a great time at Zion last Sunday morning. The pastor, Rev. O. B. Sims, (whose residence is now on 700 Denny street) preached a sound gospel sermon, using his theme: "Shoulder your Cross." The medicine was very bitter, but it did the salt good. At 3:30 o'clock the Rev. administered the Lords Supper. S. 30 P. M. the B. Y. P. U. of our church held its 30 anniversary at which time the principal address was made by our pastor Rev. Sims. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hackett in company with Mrs. Nettie Linner, left Richmond on the 12th inst., for Niagara Falls. After spending some time there, Mr. Hackett expects to return to Richmond, but Mrs. Hackett and Mrs. Linner will spend 3 or 4 weeks in Philadelphia visiting Mrs. rackett's sister. Mr. Huntley Nelson one of our older boys but now of Philadelphia. Pa. is visiting his relatives and friends here. We were very glad to see Mr. Nelson. Mr. Georgia Amy is sick at its writing and her sister Mrs. Daisy Jackson of Philadelphia is here to see her. Mr. Robert Brown and Mrs. Mary Anne Robinson is yet on the sick list. ```markdown ``` HONORS MEMORY OF FAITHFU COLORED MAN Charles Town, W. N. Vac, Aug. 16—A tablet is to be erected by Lawson Beta Chippee, Daughters of the Confederacy on the site where Hayward Sheppard, colored porter in the John Brown raid of 1859 it was announced here today Sheppard, the records show was the first man killed in the raid, --- COMMISSIONED AS NOTARY T. F. Archer, who is associated with R. A. Cephas, was commissioned Notary Public by His Excellency, Governor Wendell moreland Davis, on August 2d, and took oath of office in Hustings Court, August 9th for the city of Richmond. I am now ready to serve my many friends in that capacity. FREE THRIFT BANKS. School children who wish to save money they earn during vacation may secure thrift banks, without charge from the Savings Divisions of the Treasury Department. Requests for the banks should be mailed to the Government Savings Organization, Box 1798, Richmond, Va. A CARD OF THANKS The husband and family of Mrs. Asikuna Kemp Thompkins acknowledge with sincere thanks and beneficies the helpful, cheerful services and appropriate remembrances of friends during her illness and the many testimonials in words and flowers which gave tribute to her life and memory when she passed from those she loved and cherished and who loved and cherished her. GOURDIN IS GREATEST NEGRO ATHLETE. On the list of members of the Negro race who have won laurels by tears calling for muscular skill or endurance, all other names are led by that of Ned Gourdin, the Harvard athlete who established a world's record of 25 feet 3 inches in the running broom jump at the recent interuniversity games. Only those who have taken part in actual jumping, contests or are familiar with this branch of sports can appreciate fully the merits of Gourdin performance. It called for great speed on the part of the athlete to attain the necessary momentum and a thrust from the thigh of a tremendous power to throw the body high enough into the air to accomplish the result obtained. Gourdin is a fleet sprinter. Like all other broad jumper, he knew exactly how many strides would bring him to the takeoff and he was no doubt moving at a two second gait for the 100 yards when he hit the mark with his right foot and projected his body through the air. The previous record at the broad jump was held by O'Connor of Ireland, with a heap of 24 feet 11.34 inches. Gourdin's mighty effort surpassed this by 3.14 inches. Ireland for many years has produced the best jumpers just as men of Irish blood have long been at the top in weight putting and hammer throwing. The reason for this two-fold, if we may accept the explanation commonly given, Athleisure sports are a passion with the youth of Ireland. Irishmen are famous for their size and bone. So are their horses. The timestone foundation of the soil is credited with producing this condition in horse and man. That Gourdin has been able to surpass the greatest Irish jumper. Is evidence of his quality as a jumper and should be a matter of pride for the colored race. He will take his place alongside Howard Taylor, the University of Pennsylvania's marvel at the quarter mile; the crack 100 yard collegian, Howard P. Drew, the English spinner Wharton and the Australian flier Samuels. Good as all of these were, Guerdin's is the first best on record in any branch of athletics to be scored by a Negro. (New York Herald.) IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of my son, McClellan Dabney who departed this life, August 15th, 1920 in Walter Reed's Hospital in Washington, D. C. Sleep on dear son, sleep and take thy rest. We loved three well, but Jesus loved three best. Though you are gone you are not for gotten. And your place can never be filled. Oh, we could so hard to save you. But you went, it was God's will. Friends may think that I've forgotten you; When at times they see me smile. But they little know the secrets she But they little know the sorrow, that the smiles hold all the while. Keep him Jesus in thy keeping. Until I reach the shining shore; Them oh, Master, let me see him alone and keep him like before. God knows that I love you and so many tears I have shed; But for it, you had to leave, ace, to never return again. Your loving mother, MRS. VIRGINIA L. DARNEY, Elerson, Va. CITIZEN POSSE S/ROOTS SLAYEE TO DEATH. Greenwood, Miss., Aug. 13, Walter Thomas, colored who on Thursday shot and killed Dr. J. E. Shaughnessy on the latter's plantation near Sehlert was shot to death by a citizen's posse late today near Rulebille when he resisted arrest, firing severa, shots at the posse Thomas whereabouts was reported by another colored man with whom he tried to exchange clothing and he was run down with bloody hounds. --- TROOPS GUARD MAN IN FLORIDA Jacksonville, Fl., Aug. 13. National guardmen on duty at the Dauval County jail here to protect Henry Hampton, colored, held in connection with the murder lost Saturday night of Mrs. J. B. Lee were augmented by an additional company tonight after a coroner's jury verdict today charging him with the murder. The troops have maintained a guard about the la,' in various numbers throughout the week. Tonight they totaled about 200 and were equipped with machine guns. PERSONALS AND BRIEFS. Mr. and Mrs. William Dandridge of New York City are spending their vacation in the city with the r m e Mrs. Mary Smith, 1043 St. John St. Mrs. Rebecca Elliott of New York City has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Napoleon Boneparte Howel of 113 E. 17th street, South Richmond for the past week. Rev. Dr. J. W. Dudley was greatly surprised on last Wednesday night by members and friends of his congregation. Rev. John B. Pharr, pres or Immuned Baptist Church, New Haven, Conn., passed through the city en route to Lawrenceville, Va. He posed at N'eteenth Street Baptist caur h Washington, D. C. last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. I. A. Christian are compounded by their sisters, Mrs. Lilian Lewis and Miss Susie Christian of New York city have returned after a delightful stay with their parents Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Christian of 1208 Buchanan street. Mr. Newman Braham has returned to New York City after visiting Mrs. Susie Christian and her parents of 1208 Buchanan street. Mrs. Lucie E. C. Scott is attending the Grand Lodge of Gov. Samaritans and Daughters of Samarit in at Jacksonville Florida. She is an officer of the Grand Staff Council. Mr. Thomas Minor of 1308 Pond street D. Grand Deputy of Love and Charity, is in Washing on attending the 29th Biennial session of the General Grand Tabernacle of the G. G. A. O. Brothers and Sisters of Love and Charity, comprising the United States of America, Porto Rico and the Bahamas. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brown of 126 W. Canal street are leaving Saturday to visit their many friends North, including Philadelphia, New York, Atlantic City and Trenton New Jersey. Mrs. Ida E. Charity in company with Mrs. Sallie Nicholas left last Monday for Boston, Mass., and Port mount, N. H., and other points yet. While in New Hampshire they will be the guest of Mrs. Nicholas's brother, Mr. Robert Anderson. They will also attend the convention of the Elks of the world which will convene in Boston. Misses Merrietta L. and Martha A. Chiles are spending two weeks at Killmarnock, Va. the home of their sister Mrs. Theresa Norris, whisper in company with her two little children, Alice and John Therton are the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. John R. Chiles. --- Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Wilson and in their daughters, Gerritude and Louis-White were arrestly entertained in South Richmond last week. On Tuesday night they were at the house of Mr. and Mrs. Robt Thiepst, 1599 Decatur street and on Thursday night they were at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Berry of 210 E. 17th S. They left Friday afternoon for their home mids the best wishes of their many friends. --- ELDRIDGE—CABELL. Mrs. Sara Cabell announces the marriage of her daughter. Ruby Efler to Mr. Robert Clarence Edridge. NEW YORK DELEGATION PRESENTS MRS. WALKER A LOVING CUP -4 Mr. Waverley Williams, the Grant Secretary of Pullman Porters Ben, Association of America, with office at Chicago, passed through here Monday, August 15th, enroute to Blackstone, Va., to attend the funeral of his grand-mother. He returned to our city Tuesday as guest of Local No. 36 accompanied by Mr. Grattan C. Shorts Chairman of Local No. 36 visited the Independent Order of St. Lake. He was selected by the delegation of New York City to present a Loving Cup to Mrs. Maggie L. Walker, Rt. W. Grand Secretary-Treasurer of the Order, which was creditably presented at the City Auditorium before six thousand people, Wednesday at 8:30 P. M. in a few well chosen remarks. Mr. Williams will visit Norfolk, Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Detroit on membership campaign of the Pullman Porters Benefit Association of America. PRICE, FIVE CENTS SOLDIERS GUARD MAN IN JA! AT CENTREVILLE LAKERS Community Grace Stirling I Over Bouthe Crime Against Little Girls Cattweile, Ala., Aug. 15—Clyde Thomas, colored c. 170 State troopers, was brought to Centreville this afternoon from Birmingham on a special train and arranged on two dinettes, charging murder and as- sault, which had been returned ear- er in the day by the grand jury. A plea of not guilty was entered by attorneys for Thomas, who reserves the right to enter an additional plea of not guilty by reason of insanity. Attorneys Jerome Fuller and Frank Head were appointed by the court to defend Thomas and his trial was set for Wednesday morning. Thomas is alleged by the county co- collector and cherished to have confessed to assaulting and killing a 14年 old white girl, daughter of a pro- ninent farmer of the Randolph com- munity, the body of the girl having been found in a strip of woods near her home Thursday afternoon. Thomas was arrested Saturday and pushed to Birmingham for safe keeping in mediately after his alleged confession. Feeling here is very tense, and the guardsmen will remain until the trial is concluded. A special venue of 100 names was drawn this afternoon. Thomas was indicted within ten minutes after the grand jury opened its session at 11 o'clock this morning. Thomas was taken from the trai- to the courthouse with soldiers, sur- rounding him. The courthouse and courthouse square had been clear of every on excent court officials and attendants. After arraignment in open court, Thomas was taken to the county jail, where the soldiers were stationed to guard him. Colonel W. K. Ire is in command of the troops which consist of one company from OpePika, one company from Montgomery and a portion of another Montgomery company. LOTT CAREY CONVENTION Newark, N. J. . The outstanding coming event among the Baptist of this section is the annual meeting of the Lott Carry . Foreign Mission convention which convenes at the Bethany Baptist church on Bank street in this city. Wednesday morning, August 31. Rev. Dr. C. S. Brown, its venerable president will call the convention to order. The Annual session will be presided by the Rev. Dr W. P. Haves pastor of the Mount Olive Baptist Church. New York City. From the records of the corresponding secretary, Dr. A. A. Graham it is predicted that this will be the largest meeting held in the North since the inception of the convention. More than $50,000 has been raised for Foreign Missions during the fiscal year. Dr. Graham will speak at the Mass meeting to be held at Central High School, Friday night, September 2. --- CELLAR STILL IS MADE SAFE FROM DRY AGENTS. Volstead Amendment Prevents Inter- ference With Home Prowling. Washington, Aug. 16. The House of Representatives has video, to keep the home still boiling. Under an amendment to the anti- beer bill, approved by the House to day, the cellar still and home brewing outfit would be safe from get- erence by Federal prohibition agent, providing no attempt was made to sell the product. It came about in this way: The House adopted a substitute to the Stapley amendment, passed by the Senate which prohibits all searches and seizures without warrants. CAN MAKE HOME BREW IN PEACE The House substitute, written by the veteran dry legislator, Represen-tative Volstead Minnesota, prohibits the searching of homes without warrant and then declares that no warrant and then declares that no warrant shall be issued unless there is reason to believe that liquor is being "manufactured for sale or sold" in the home. Thus so long as you are not making liquor for sale or selling it, the prohibition agent cannot get into your home to search for evidence that might convict under the Volstead law. Wets in the House admit it is too good to lie true, and they are at a loss to understand why Volstead did not support an amendment of Representative Fields. Kentucky which would have allowed the search of homes on warrants whenever the dry agents had reason to believe liquor was being "manufactured or sold" there. Tac Fields amendment was rejected by a vote of 96 to 54. WE SERVE - INFORM - ADVERTISE Virginia State Library THE RICHMOND PLANET RACE - COUNTRY - WORLD NEWS 'OLUME XXXVIII, NO. 41 EDITOR MITCHELL'S TRAVELS THE MAN FROM NEWARK. The fight between Charley Parker, Boston and Young Gradwell of Newark was interesting. Gradwell on. Dr. Jefferson was chuckling art to finish. It was all white folks fighting until the time came for the championship fight. We knew it was about to begin by the cheering, there is something uncanny and peculiar about a prize fight. I had seen them in movies, but never had witness the real bouts. You cannot appreciate them in any other way than to eat the ring side. Hereafter, nootive picture business will do for me, if I really want to see a fight. IN THE RING AT LAST "Here they come!" Johnny Wilson climbed over the ropes on the do nearest to us. The goods, which had been hanging on the ropes were side of the ring. He wore a robe this was kept around him as he down in his corner. The crowd met up one vociferous roar. Then he Robinson's turn. Coroted folks met wild and white folks joined in welcome. Robinson followed Wen's lead and bowed to the multitude, cannot describe my feelings. This jack man resembled in many respects the pictures I had seen of Jack Johnn. He was tall looking and sinny he sat down with a satisfied air; these men were practically no clothes, after the walt·l line is reached they ok like the average man in this new we underwear with his shirt let SOMETHING WRONG The referee was in the ring and on there was a hitch. Wilson, the elite champion refused to get up seconds came over to him and dispersed something and then they all over to Robinson's corner. Was possible that at this late hour with out 15,0000 people present, he would use to stage the bout that had led all of those people together? were a disposition to kiss and yell, "He's afraid to fight Robinson, en the referee came forward and de the announcement. George Robinson is 3 1/2 pounds over weight. It were true then Wilson had that hit and the privilege to fight him. THAT STAGGERING BLOW Robinson's chance of securing the championship wead a glimmering. Sure he should win the contest, what in? Finally, more whispering followed. Then it was decided to fight some agreement. Wilson agreed to succeed with the contest. I saw those rounds. It was in the first round. Robinson landed a blow that sent Robinson staggering to the ropes. With those ropes, according to all appearance he would have fallen to the. The crowd yelled. Wilson was farfully himself after that and, he was careful and cautious throughout. THOSE UPPER-CUTS. They would clinch and then Robbie would deal those, heavy uppers with Wilson's head under his until Wilson's face on one stooped the hue of dark purple. When got a chance, Wilson returned the apliment. Robinson out-classed out-fought him in practically round. It was in the tenth and thirth Wilson showed ex ne weakness. Robinson was fight like a tiger. He did all he could and a knock-out but his white opent was foxy. He would hang on Robinson to protect himself. THE GONG SOUNDED the sound of the gong ending the test saved him and the crowd cited the decision of the referee pointed to Wilson as the winner; crowd yelled amidst blisses, white in some white men declared it to be a law deal as the colored man had on points. But what else could he be expected? Wilson evidently entered into the fight with that unstanding after he found out that opponent was over-weight. It did not do to print some of the cessions of the colored fools and one of the reports of the white ones were unfriendly to Wilson. BETWEEN THE ROUNDS: is difficult to properly describe rounds in a noise-fight so the lay d may understand. The rounds only about two minutes and then gong sounds, when the principles must separate. When they get hee-caw up, the prize-fighter refuse to break away. They are not allowed to strike in the clinches after the gong sounds and the referee goes in and makes them break away. They obey him deadly and each man walks to his corner. Then his seconds proceed 'to rub him down and fan him with towels. You could see that brawny colored man stretching himself out, while white men with bath-towels and sponges rubbed him down. STRUCK HIM AT WILL They were treating Wilson the same way. He was so badly done up at times, that they poured a colored liquid down his throat. Then the glove, would sound and both would go into the ring again. Robinson forced the fighting all the time. He literally leaped at Wilson and strik him at will, but the champion knew how to take punishment and he got a plenty of it. Then the gong would sound again and the opera en would be repeated. It was surprising to observe how a man practically out would stand and couldn't be revived on such short notice. When the ten rounds were over, Robinson walked unconcerely to corner, while Wilson's face showed heavy punishment. The former did not have a serrate and appeared as frost as when he first entered the ring. The discolorations were noticeable all over the arena. Then the decision was soon announced. I had my first experience at a priz- ring and I was content. No one regrett- ed the price of the seat. It was after 11 o'clock and I went out to the garage to get the car. LOST ERNEST A crowd had gathered. For a time, we lost Ernest. Like bad money, he was always turning up after we had lost him. We had to shove the Stanley out and it was not ten minutes before Robbinson had steamed up and we were on our way to the hostelry, from which place we had removed our belongings and then we went over to Mr. John D. Jones' house in Readville, where the girls proceeded to serve coir luncheon at that late hour. I learned in the morning that Ernest had entered them until 2 A. M., although he had been visiting his betrothed in the city of Philadelphia. But then they did not know this and he did. --- AFRO-AMERICANS OF VIRGINIA ACCOUNTING FOR WHITE CHILDREN --- The white Republicans of Virginia acting, it is alleged, in sympathy with the policy of the National Republican Committee, held a State Convention from which Afro-American delegates were excluded, just as the Democrats exclude them, and ordered those who wanted to observe the workings of the convention to be seated in the gallery. The Afro-Americans of the State held a conference at Richmond and nominated John Mitchell, Jr., for Governor and Pammer B. Young for Lieutenant Governor, the nominations to be confirmed and the ticket completed for State officers by a convention to be held in September Women were recognized by the nomination of Mrs. Maggie L. Walker for Superintendent of Public Instruction, Mr. Young declined to the nomination. It is the purpose, however, to contest the election. The war is on and we are compelled to fight with fire. (N. Y. Amsterdam News.) --- LILY BLACKS PICK MITCHELL Portsmouth, Va., Aug. 8.—John Mitchell, Editor of the Richmond Va. Planet, was nominated for Governor of Virginia by the "ily-blacks," colored wing of the Republican party at an unpopular convention held yesterday at Buckroe Beach. Resolutions to call and hold a convention at Richmond. September 5th, to devise ways and means of obtaining finance and to nominate candidates for other state offices were unanimously passed. J. T. Newsome attorney of Newport News made the keynote speech, declaring that the Negroes were gathered for the purpose of contending against "segregation in politics." "The meeting yesterday was an aftermath of the "ily-white" Republican convention held recently in Norfolk, when the Negroes were virtually eliminated from the councils and consideration of the party in Virginia as represented by the white Republicans. Approximately 300 Negroes from all parts of the state attended the Buckroe Beach meeting yesterday. (Richmond, Va., News Leader.) CONSTITUTIONALITY OF DYER ANTI LYNCHING BILL UPHELD BY DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE. FULTON NOTES. GOURDIN IS O ATTIC Some very strong counsel was Call for 14th Annual Meeting of Nati national Equal Rights League by the President, Dr. M. A. N. Shaw. To the Branches of the Equal Rights League, Affiliated Organizations: and every Colored American citizen The time is near at hand for the 14th annual meeting of the National Equal Rights League which convenes in Chicago. Illinois September 10 to 14, 1921, at the Pilgrim Rest Baptist church, 73rd Street and Indiana Avenue. Because of the serious conditions affecting the welfare of our race calling for conference and action by the best individuals and most unselfish men and women among us, I am urging that every state, county and city send delegates to this convention. If you have no branch of the National Equal Rights League in your nines, organize one or a committee, at once and elect delegates to meet with us. Every church, every Woman's Club and every civic, and fraternal organization is urged to send as delegates the best representatives in your midst. You are entitled to one delegate each, from bona-fide organizations of no less than twenty-five members. MATTERS TO BE ACTED UPON AT THE CONVENTION We want only earnest self-sacrificing men and women to take action on: 1. The proposed enactment of legislation by Congress making lynching a Federal crime. 2. The rapid growth of Ku Klux Klan whose avowed purpose is vindictive punishment instead of the petitions provided by law. 3. To encourage the establishment of business enterprises among our people in all sections of the country to the end that we may provide more employment for our young people. 4. To plan for legislation which will protect us in the enjoyment of property lawfully acquired and to encourage land ownership. 5. To abolish peonage and all forms of labor contractions which carry prison penalties. 6. To co-operate with all forces tending to reduce illiteracy, promote the moral welfare and better conduct on the part of our people from the South some of whom are turning their new found liberty into license. 7. To abolish color line discrimination in organizations pledged to collective bargaining. 8. To urge closer affiliation of or organizations representing Capital and labor and aid in promoting industrial peace. 9. To establish an effective and national defense bureau which shall co-operate with lawful authorities in the maintenance of all our constitutional rights. 10. The promotion of a national concerted drive for the Tinkham and Madden bills against disfranchisement and Jim-Crow cars. 11. Insistent opposition to coton segregation especially by the Government. WHERE TO NOTIFY YOUR INTENTION TO ATTEND. Delegates will please send notice Mrs. Ida B. Welli Barnett, 3624 Grand Boulevard, Chicago Ill., Chairman Publicity Committee. Bespeaking for our race the earnest self sacrificing service of representatives from all sections of our common country in wiping out all prescription and public restrictions based on color and invoking divine guidance for the plans and work of our convention. I issue this call to duty for the time and place above stated. Boston, Mass., August 3, 1921. M. A. N. SHAW, Pres. N. Equal Rights League. THE STORK The stork visited Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Johnson, Jr., July 20th and left a fine baby boy, Harry Douglas, Mother and baby are doing nicely. WANTS TO ADOPT LITTLE GIRL Would like to adopt a little girl of three or four years of age. Able to give her a nice comfortable home and a good education. Will treat her as my own child. Any one interested, can write Mrs. Etta Houston, Schellburg, Pa. FULTON NOTES, Some very strong gospel, was preached by the following Divine, during the Anniversary services acid a the Mt. Calvary Baptist church, Rev. Statan, M. H. Payne, P. W. Willams and Rev. W. T. Johnson. The choirs of the Mt. Veronian and the 1st Baptist churches came in for much praise. The termination ended in 'a great repast. Our pastor after praising Sunday morning, went immediate ly to the St. James Baptist church, and preached the funeral services of Mt. Fannie Fields, a member of the Oak Grove Council, Supreme I. O. St. L. Many friends were present to witness the services, as Miss Fields had a good number of friends in her community and Richmond. Mr. and Mrs. Edward James have returned from Baltimore after appa- lag a little over six years. They will make their home here. We are glad to welcome old timers back home. Mrs. Josephine Daw's, Betje Dandrie and Hallie Robinson are paying us a visit and they worship at Calvary last Sabbath. Rev. A. D. Clarke, preached at the First Baptist church Bermuda Hundreds last Sabbath, during the absence of the pastor. Rev. W. L. Tuck, who conducted a grand revival at the Zion Grove Baptist church, Halifax County, Va. Rev. Barksdale, pastor. For one week there were 14 converts. There was a great time at Zion last Sunday morning. The pastor, Rev. O. B. Sims, (whose residence is now on 700 Denny street) preached a sound gospel sermon, using his theme: "Shoulder your Cross." The medicine was very bitter, but it did the soul good. At 3:30 o'clock the Rev. administered the Lords Supper. 8:30 P. M. the B. Y. P. U. of our church held its 3rd anniversary at which time the principal address was made by our pastor Rev. Sims. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hackett in company with Mrs. Nettie Linerne, left Richmond on the 12th inst., for Niagara Falls. After spending some time there, Mr. Hackett expects to return to Richmond, but Mrs. Hackett and Mrs. Linerne will spend 3 or 4 weeks in Philadelphia visiting Mrs. Hacketts, sister. Mr. Hunter Nelson one of our older boys, but now of Philadelphia, Pa. is visiting his relatives and friends here. We were very glad to see Mr. Nelson. Mrs. Georgia Ampy is sick at his writing and her sister Mrs. Daisy Jackson of Philadelphia is here to see her. Mr. Robert Brown and Mrs. Mary Anne Robinson is yet on the sick list. ```markdown ``` HONORS MEMORY OF FAITHFU COLORED MAN Charles Town, W, Va., Aug. 16.—A tablet is to be erected by Lawson Betta Chap'er, Daughters of the Confederacy on the site where Hayward Sheppard, colored porter in the John Brown raid of 1859 it was announced here today Sheppard, the records show was the first man killed in the raid. COMMISSIONED AS NOTARY T. F. Archer, who is associated with B. A. Cephas, was commissioned Notary Paula; by His Excellency, Governor Wendelmore Davis, on August 3rd, and took oath of office in Husting Court, August 9th for the city of Richmond. I am now ready to serve my many friends in that capacity. FREE THRIFT BANKS. School children who wish to save money they earn during vacation may secure thrift banks without charge from the Savings Divisions of the Treasury Department. Requests for the banks should be mailed to the Gov emment Savings Organization, Box 1798, Richmond, Va. A CARD OF THANKS The husband and family of Mrs. Assileena Kemp Thompkins acknowledge with sincere thanks and beneficentions the helpful, cheerful services and appropriate remembrances of friends during her illness and the many testimonials in words and flowers which gave tribute to her life and memory when she passed from there she loved and cherished and who loved and cherished her. GOURDIN IS GREATEST NEGRO ATHLETE. On the list of members of the Negro race who have won laurrels by feats calling for muscular skill or endurance all other names are led by that of Ned Gourdin, the Harvard athlete who established a world's record of 25 feet 3 inches in the running bronze jump at the recent interuniversity games. Only those who have taken part in actual jumping contexts or are familiar with this branch of sports can apreciate fully the merits of Gourdin performance. It called for great speed on the part of the athlete to attain the necessary momentum and a thrust from the thigh of a tremendous power to throw the body high enough into the air to accomplish the result obtained. Gourdin is a fleet sprinter. Like all other broad jumper he knew exactly how many strides would bring him to the takeoff and he was no doubt moving at a ten second gait for the 100 yards when he hit the mark with his right foot and projected his body through the air. The previous record at the broad Jump was held by O'Connor of Ierland, with a leap of 24 feet 11.3-4 inches. Gourdin's mighty effort surpassed this by 3.1-4 inches. Ireland for many years has produced the best jumpers just as men of Irish blood have long been at the top in weight putting and hammer throwing. The reason for this is two-fold, if we may accept the explanation commonly given. Athletics sports are a passion with the youth of Ireland. Irishmen are famous for their size and bone. So are their horses. The limestone foundation of the soil is credited with producing this condition in horse and man. That Gourdin has been able to surpass the greatest Irish jumper is evidence of his quality as a jumper and should be a matter of pride for the colored race. He will take his place alongside Howard Taylor, the University of Pennsylvania's marvel at the quarter mile; the crack 100 yard collegian. Howard D. Prew, the English spinner Wharton and the Australian flier Samuelus. Good as all of these were, Gourdin's is the first best on record in any branch of athletics to be scored by a Negro. (New York Herald.) IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of my son, McClellan Dahney who departed this life, August 15th, 1920 in Walter Reed's Hospital in Washington, D. C. Sleep on dear son, sleep and take thy rest. We loved thee well, but Jesus loved thee best. Though you are gone you are not for gotten. And your place can never be filled. Oh, we tried so herd to save you; But you went, it was God's will. Friends may think that I've forgotten you; When at times they see me smile, But they little know the sorrow that But they little know the sorrow, that the smiles holds all the while. Keep him Jesus in thy keeping. Until I reach the shining shore; Then oh, Master, let me see him alone And keep him as before. God knows that I love you and so many tears I have shed; But for all you had to leave pre. to never return again. Your loving mother, MRS. VIRGINIA E. DAINBY, Ellerson, Va. CITIZEN POSSE S/ROOTS SLAYER TO DEATH. Greenwood, Miss., Aug. 13.—Walter Thomas, colored who on Thursday shot and killed Dr. J, E. Shaughter on the latter's plantation near Schlat er was shot to death by a citizens posse late today near Rutbhille when he resisted arrest, firing severa, shots at the posse Thomas whereabouts was reported by another colored man with whom he tried to exchange clothing and he was run down with blood hounds. --- TROOPS GUARD MAN IN FLORIDA Jacksonville, Fla., Aug. 13.—National guardsmen on duty at the Duval County jail here to protect Henry Ham Bison, colored, held in connection with the murder last Saturday night of Mrs. J. B. Lee were augmented by an additional company tonight after a coroner's jury verdict today charging him with the murder. The troops have maintained a guard about the jail, in various numbers throughout the week. Tonight they totaled about 200 and were equipped with machine guns. PERSONALS AND BRIEFS. —Mr. and Mrs. William Dandridge of New York City are spending their vacation in the city with the r mite Mrs. Mary Smith, 1013 St. John St. —Mrs. Rebecca Elliott of New York City has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Napoleon Boneparte Howel of 113 E. 17th street, South Richmond for the past week. —Rev. Dr. J. W. Dudley was greatly surprised on last Wednesday night by members and friends of his congregation. Rev. John B. Pharr, psr or Immunel Baptist Church, New Haven, Conn., passed through the city enroute to Lawrenceville, Va. He披帛 at N'eteenth Street, Baptist church Washington, D. C. last Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. I. A. Christian accompanied by their sisters. Mrs. Lillian Lewis and Miss Susie Christian of New York city have returned after a delightful stay with their parents Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Chrstian of 1208 Bucheanan street. Mr. Newman Braham has returned to New York City after visiting Miss Susie Christian and her parents of 1208 Bucheanan street. Mrs. Lucie E. C. Scott is attending the National Grand Lodge of God Samaritans and Daughters of Samaritin at Jacksonville Florida. She is an officer of the Grand Staff Council. Mr. Thomas Minor of 1308 Boyd street D. Grand Deputy of Love and Charity, is in Washington attending the 29th Biennial session of the General Grand Tabernacle of the G. G. A. O. Brothers and Sisters of Love and Charity, comprising the United States of America, Porto Rico and the Bahamas. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Brown of 126 W. Canal street are leaving Saturday to visit their many friends North, including Philadelphia, New York, Atlantic City and Trenton New Jersey. Mrs. Ida E. Charity in company with Mrs. Sallie Nicholas left last Monday for Boston, Mass., and Portmouth, N. H., and other points eact. While in New Hampshire they will be the guest of Mr. Nicholas's brother, Mr. Robert Anderson. They will also attend the convention of the Elks of the world which will convene in Boston. —Misses Marietta L. and Martha A. Chiles are spending two weeks at Kilmarnock, Va., the home of their sister Mrs. Theresa Norris, while she in company with her two little children. Alice and John Thornton are the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. John R. Chiles. --- Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Wilson and their daughters, Gertrude and Loisse White were agreeably entertained in South Richmond last week. On Tuesday night they were at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Robt. Threat, 1509 Decatur street and on Thursday night they were at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Berry of 210 E. 17th St. They left Friday afternoon for their home midwife the best wishes of their many friends. ELDRIDGE—CARELL Mrs. Sara Cabell announces the marriage of her daughter. Ruby Ethel to Mr. Robert Clarence Eidridge. NEW YORK DELEGATION PRESENTS MRS. WALKER A HOLLYWOOD Mr. Waverly Williams, the Grand Secretary of Pullman Porters Ben. Association of America, with office at Chicago, passed through here Monday, August 15th, enroute to Blackstone, Va., to attend the funeral of his grand-mother. He returned to our city Tuesday as guest of Local No. 36 accompanied by Mr. Gratton C. Shorts Chairman of Local No. 36 visited the Independent Order of St. Luke. He was selected by the delegation of New York City to present a Loving Cup to Mrs. Maggie L. Walker, Rt. W. Gran Secretary-Treasurer of the Order, which was creditably presented at the City Auditorium before six thousand people, Wednesday at 8:30 P. M. in a few well chosen remarks. Mr. Williams will visit Norfolk, Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Detroit on membership campaign of the Pullman Porters Benefit Association of America. SOLDIERS GUARD MAN IN JAIL AT CENTRIVILLE. Alabama Community Greatly Stirred Over Double Crime Against Little Girl. Centrville, Ala., Aug. 15.—Clyde Thomas, colored escorted by 170 State troopers, was brought to Centrville. this afternoon from Birmingham on a special train and arraigned on two in dictments, charging murder and assa- sault, which had been returned car- er in the day by the grand jury. A plea of not guilty was entered by attorneys for Thomas, who reserve the right to enter an additional plea of not guilty by reason of insanity. Attorneys Jerome Fuller and Frank Head were appointed by the court to defend Thomas and his trial was set for Wednesday morning. Thomas is alleged by the county collector and sheriff to have confessed to assaulting and killing a 14 year old white girl, daughter of a prominent farmer of the Randolph community, the body of the girl having been found in a strip of woods near her home Thursday afternoon. Thomas was arrested Saturday and rushed to Birmingham for safe-keeping immediately after his alleged confession. Feeling here is very tense, and the guardsmen will remain until the trial is concluded. A special venue of 100 names was drawn this afternoon. Thomas was indicted within ten minutes after the grand jury opened its session at 11 o'clock this morning. Thomas was taken from the train to the courthouse with soldiers surrounding him. The courthouse and courthouse square had been cleared of every on except court officials and attendants. After arrangement in open court, Thomas was taken to the county jail, where the soldiers were stationed to guard him. Colonel W. E. Bare is in command of the troops, which consist of one company from Opelka, one company from Montgomery and a portion of another Montgomery company. LOTF CAREY CONVENTION Newark, N. J., —The outstanding coming event among the Baptist of this section is the annual meeting of the Lott Carey Foreign Mission convention which convenes at the Bethany Baptist church on Bank street in this city, Wednesday morning, August 31. Rev. Dr. C. S. Brown, its venerable president will call the convention to order. The Annual sermon will be preached by the Rev. Dr. W. P. Haves pastor of the Mount Olivet Baptist Church, New York City. From the records of the corresponding secretary, Dr. A. A. Graham it is predicted that this will be the largest meeting held in the North since the inception of the convention. More than $50,000 has been raised for Foreign Missions during the fiscal year. Dr. Graham will speak at the Mass meeting to be held at Central High School, Friday night, September 2. --- CELLAR STILL IS MADE SAFE FROM DRY AGENTS. Volstead Amendment Prevents Interference With Home Brewing. Washington. Aug. 16.—The House of Representatives has voted to keep the home stills boiling. Under an amendment to the antibee drink, approved by the House to day, the cellar still and home brewing outfit would be safe from interference by Federal prohibition agents providing no attempt was made to sell the product. It came about in this way: The House adopted a sub-titute to the Stanley amendment, passed by the Senate which prohibits all searches and seizures without warrants. CAN MAKE HOME BREW IN PEACE. The House substitute, written by the veteran dry legislator, Represen tative Volstead Minnesota, prohibits the searching of homes without warrant and then declares that no warrant and then declares that no warrant shall be issued unless there is reason to believe that liquor is being "manufactured for sale or sold" in the home. Thus so long as you are not making liquor for sale or selling it, the prohibition agent can not get into your home to search for evidence that might convict under the Volstead law. Wets in the House admit it is too good to lie true, and they are at a loss to understand why Volstead did not support an amendment of Representative Fields. Kentucky which would have allowed the search of homes on warrants whenever the dry agents had reason to believe liquor was being "manufactured or sold" there. The Fields amendment was rejected by a vote of 96 to 54. THE AMERICAN CIVIC ASSOCIATION. "In an advertisement in this morning's Times-Dispatch, the 'American Civic Association announces that a meeting under its auspices at the John Marshall Auditorium last evening was 'prevented by a revocation at the last minute of the permit to use the hall.' Arrangements have been made for another meeting at a later date in the city auditorium, 'at which time,' the advertisement reads, you will be advised us to why this permit was revoked. "In case the advertisement in The Times-Dispatch rouses any corrosity as to 'why this permit was revoked,' The News Leader is very happy to anticipate the future meeting by stating: the reasons for the revocation of the permit, so far as they relate to this newspaper or are known to it. Yesterday morning, two Catholic citizens waited on The News Leader and stated that a meeting was to be held at the John Marshall auditorium, to which admission was by card, only, and that they would be gird if The News Leader would have a reporter present in order to advise the public if any effort was made to arouse opposition, to any candidate on religious grounds. The citizens asked no more, no less, and neither by them nor by the News Leader was revocation of the permit for the meeting mentioned. As The News Leader always has fought and, please God, always will fight for absolute freedom of conscience. The News Leader thought it proper to comply with the request of send a representative to the meeting. The minister scheduled to deliver the address, Rev. J. N. Harker, was reached by telephone was asked if the meeting would be open to the press and whether it had any bearing on the local campaign. He replied that he would be glad to bring tickets' to The News Leader and he assured the paper that the meeting had no political aspect. "That seemed to end the matter. But when cards of admission to the meeting were supplied. The News Leader it was noted that on each of them a peculiar arrow pointed to a line that read: 'For information, Address P. O. Box 1874.' The number seemed familiar. In the files of the paper was a memorandum of a conversation last summer with a man who had represented himself as state manager or state organizer of the Ku Klux Klan. Attached was his address. It was P. O. Box 1874—the same number that appeared on the card of admission to last night's meeting. Another question, and one much larger than the one that had been set tled, immediately arose: Was "The American Civic Association" another name for the Ku Klux Klan, or was the association affiliated with the Klan The News Leader did not know yet, day and does not know today, but it reported the facts to the superintendent of the schools as they are here related. It appears that Mr. Hill examined his records and found that the association violated the terms of agreement for the use of the John Marshall auditorium by issuing cards of admission. He thereupon revoked the permit. For observing the postoffice box number, for asking whether the 'American Civic Association' and the Ku Klux Klan were one and the same organization and for putting the faes before the Superintendent of schools, The News Leader was responsible. It assumes that responsibility most cheerfully. In the public mind the Ku Klux Klan is associated with anti-Catholic anti-Semitic and anti-Negro leanings. It has never disabuser the public mind of that impression is erroneous. Until the Ku Klux Klan comes out in the open, explains the constructive Americanism it professes and acknowledges its officers and members, the public cannot be expected to drop its suspicions. Certainly, until these things are done, The News Leader will not open its columns to the Ku Klux Klan or cease to oppose the use by that organization of municipal buildings, constructed with the money paid in taxes by all citizens of all creeds. "If the American Civic Association is another name for the Virginia division of the Ku Klux Klan, and if the association holds to the suspected tenets of the Klan, precisely the same position will be taken by this newspaper. If the American Civic Association is not the Ku Klux Klan and has no affiliation of any sort with 14, why cannot that fact be stated un equivocally?" (Richmond, Va., News-Leader, July 30, 1921.) The Fourteenth Annual session of the National Grand Council of A. U. K. and D. of A. closed on Saturday with a Juvenile Convention and reception at Masonic Hall to meet in 1922 at Columbus Ohio. The thousands of national and grand officers, visitors and friends left the city for their homes pleased with the six days session just closed. The meeting was opened Monday morning at The Wendell Phillips High School, 39th street and Prairie avenue with William H. Fields, National Grand Master, St. Louis, Mo., presiding. Harmony prevailed in all meetings and the local committee entertained the visitors every afternoon and evening. The big parade and field day held on Thursday was the greatest feature of the week. The reception tendered the delegation by the Office's Council of which Mrs. Maggie T. Pryor is president on Friday afternoon was an enjoyable reunion. Rev. S. D. Davis of Indianapolis, Indiana is in the city where he will spend a few weeks on his vacation. Rev. Davis delivered an address at Grant's Memorial A. M. E. Chapel Sunday evening. Rev. Davis is Inspee or General of the uniform Rrank of A. U. K. and D. of A. T. Bailey, president The Bailey Co., 3638 State street is on durain after being away last week in attendance of the fourteenth annual session of A. U. K. and D. of A. and is readyy to go into the suburbs with clients who want lots, houses or cottages. Miss Geraldine Broadus of Kansas is here on a few weeks visit with her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Young, 3556 Giles avenue. After attending the fourteenth annual session of the National Grand Council of A. U. K. and D. of A., which convened in the city during the past week, Mrs. Pearl Partee, captain of the "crack" drill team of the Uniform Rank of A. U. K. and D. of A, left for St. Louis, Mo., her home town. While in the city Mrs. Partee was the guest of Mrs. Irene Lucky, 3638 State street. Mrs. Hattie S. Baldwin, State Grand Queen of A. U. K. and D. of A. for the State of California was in the city last week in attendance of the annual session. Mrs. Baldwin was re elected State Grand Queen and has returned to California with greater inspiration for future duties. The delegation which left the city last week for Joliet, Ill., where they attended the District Grand Lodge of G. U. O. F. and Households of Ruth have returned to the city, Mrs. Lou Ella Young, D. G. M. N. G. and Mrs. Ella Berry, D. G. W. R. were re-elected to the same office. Mrs. F. W. Jamison of Detroit, Michigan left for her home last week after attending the fourteenth annual session of the National Grand Council of A. U. K. and D. of A. Mrs. Margaret J. Green Hartford, Conn., who was the guest of Mrs. Grace Patillo 2743 Indiana avenue during the annual session of A. U. K. and D. of A. last week has left for her home. Mrs. Green was re-elected state Grand Queen of Connecticut. Mrs. J. N. Bailey of St. Louis, Mo. who was a delegate to the annual session of A. U. K. and D. of A. has re- turned to her home. FIRST MT OLIVE NOTES. Misses Susie and Bessie Jones, Mrs. W. R. Baylor and Mr. E. W. Holmes returned a few days ago from Manas gas where they attended the summer school. Miss Ella Braxton returned from Washington last Sunday. Messrs. Wm. Robinson, Jr., James W. Washington and Wm. Ruffin have returned from Philadelphia. Miss Susie Nebbi left for a northern trip yesterday. Mr. Gus Johnson mortored from Baltimore last week and spent several days visiting his mother and many friends. Miss Julia B. Holmes returned from Washington last week. Mrs. World is visiting her mother Mrs. Nannie Johnson. The rebival services will begin at Mt. Olive Sunday. Dr. Wm. Harris of Richmond will preach. IN MEMORY In sad, but loving remembrance of our dear father and husband, who departed this life August 2, 1920. Whereas the Lord has seen fit to re move from our midst our dear father and husband and whereas we miss him more each day and our home is sad and lonely. Be it Rosolved. That we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who is too wise to err, or loving to be unkind. For we loved him, yes we loved him, But the Angels loved him more; And together they carried him to von der peaceful shore. Though we may mourn those in life the dearest; They shall return, Christ, when thou appearest! Soon shall their voice comfort those now weeping Bidding rejoice all in Jesus sleeping. His devoted wife and children. FATHER It was one cloudless beautiful day, One year ago August the second, My dear father answered his Saviour's beckon To his heavenly home across the way. We miss thy council, thy smiles, thy cheer. Thy place in the home will forever be vacant. I know we shall never feel forsaken, For thy loving spirit hovers always near. We miss thee, father; mourn we must But to have you return, we would harm; Into this world of sorrow, pain and torment, Happy art thou, father, we trust. Thy race is over, thy victory won, Happy with Jesus ebery one. Thy devoted son, H. M. RUFFIN. VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the 12th day of July, 1921. Henrietta Chappell ..... Plaintiff against IN CHANCERY Clarence Chappell ..... Defendant The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matri- mony, by the defendant, on the ground of desertion. And an all davit having been made and filed that the defendant, Clarence Chap pell is not a resident of the State of Virginia, it is ordered that he appear here within ten days after duo publication of this order and do may be necessary to protect his interest herein. A Copy—Teste: LUTHER LIBBY, Clerk Clerk. J. E. Byrd, p. q. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA THE Y. M. C. A. NOTES. To the Y. M. C. A.—2 Tim. 1-7. For God hath not given us the spirit of fear: but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. Men of the Christian Y. M. C. A. why not take God at His word and let Him use us. The lot of the Y. M. C. A. the boys and men crowded and found much to the uplift of their bodies and minds. The Bible reading for the boys last Tuesday was an eye opener for the future lives. BE EFFICIENT AND SUCCESS BE AN EXCELLENT PREPARED SPECIAL We are ready to double or Hairdressers recognize the THE EXCELLENT Most Thorough There is The men enjoyed the prayer meet for men last Tuesday P. M. and they were glad to see strangers. Come again. A quiet hour with Jesus is very refreshing. Keep it up men. Glad to secure employment for the right kind of men. Their hearts are lighter now. Last Sunday was great time with the boys and men in the service of the Lord by helping the other boy and men. The workers met at the building 9:30 A. M. and had great time get ting ready for service. 10 A. M. the committees found much work to be done in the city home and the jail. Results were many. The boys meet at 4 P. M. at the building and the meeting was short. every boy got home in time. 5:30 P. M. Secretary Leroy Frayser conducted the open meeting for the men. Subject: Leave the World Songs right from the soul. Men be on time Sunday ready for hard work and the other man. Come to the workers meeting 9:30 A. M., at the building. All boys are invited to the special meeting for boys 4 P. M. at the building. Mr. George T. Walker of the Second Baptist church will lead in the meeting for men 5:30 P. M. at the building. Come he has a great message for men. Live songs. Be on time. Please do not forget the Y. M. C. A. in your family prayer. HARDING'S FATHER, 76 YEARS, ELOPES WITH NURSE. Physician and Miss Severn's Married Secretly at Monroe Michigan. WHITE HOUSE SURPRISED Couple Get License at 'Gretna Green, Then Return to Homes in Marion MYSTERY IN ROMANCE Newlyweds Are Congratulated When They Smilingly Admit Rapid Fire Marriage. Monroe, Mich., Aug. 11.—Dr. George T. Harding, father of the President, arrived in Monroe today was married to Miss Alice Severs, for many years nurse at his office at Marion, Ohio, and left the city before more than a score of citizens had guessed his identity. Dr. Harding is 76 and his bride is 62. Accompanied by a younger Marion couple who refused to divulge their names, Dr. Harding and Miss Severs drove into Monroe in an automobile about noon. They went immediately to the county court house obtained a marriage license and asked to be directed to a Baptist parsonage. As there is no resident Baptist pastor here, the couple went to the home of the Rev. Frank T. Knowles, pastor of the Monroe Presbyterian church who performed the ceremony at 2 o'clock. Following the wedding, Dr. Harding and his bride left immediately in their automobile driving south toward Tote do. Dr. Harding made an attempt to withhold announcement of his marriage. The marriage license, obtained from Miss Boryl Snyrer, a deputy clergy was marked "not for publication." REFUSES TO DISCUSS KIN Asked by the Rev. Knowles before the ceremony if he was the father of President Harding, the Marion physician ignored the question. Dr. Harding appeared in the best of spirits while in Monroe and talked with newspapermen and attaches of the county clerk's office on a variety of subjects. The physician distributed cigars, among men with whom he talked at the county building and sent a box of them to the office of the office of the local daily newspaper. Monroe long has been noted as the wedding place of Ohio couples who want to marry in secret, as it is only a few miles from the border. REMOVAL NOTICE: By this medium we wish to thank our friends of Church Hill and vacinity for their co-operation and patronage during our operation in their community. 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Make all orders to MADAME N. A. FRANKLIN G 5002 BRADFORD AVENUE MOSCOW 60425 FOUR ROANOKE NEWS ROANOKE NEWS MOANOKE, VA., August 16.—Mrs. Amelia Woods of 325 High St. departed this life August 14, at 8:10 A. M. She was born in Franklin County, January 31, 1832 and died at the age of 89 years, 6 months and 13 days. She was a lovely character and a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She leaves 2 daughters and 50 grand and great grandchildren. She was a Christian for about 65 years. Rev. J. J. Jefferson officiated at the funeral Rev. W. E. Lee, the pastor having been called to Pottstown. Rev. Jefferson used for a text, Psalms 901:1 Mr. W. F. Hughes, the polite funeral director had charge. Interment in M'day Cemetery, Mrs. Herben and mother wish to thank the many friends for their interest and kindness shown them during the illness and death of their mother and grandmother, Mrs. Amelia Woods. Rov. James S. Hatcher delivered a very strong and helpful sermon to his people Sunday morning and night and was a help to all. His subject at night was Chronic Cripples in the Church. The services of the day were very rare and uplifting. The amount raised by the duplex system was $77.00 and the iters $77.00, making a total of $114.00. Miss Safronia Pittman is much indisposed this week at her home, 212 Seventh Avenue, N. E. Mrs. Valentine of Washington, D. C. has been home with her parents for three weeks. Her brother was seriously injured in an auto wreck. Mrs. Rhoda Clemmons died Satur day morning out on Huffs Farm and was buried Sunday. She passed away happy with full confidence in the Lord. The funeral eulogy was by Rev. T. C. Curtis. She was a consistent member of Bethlehem Baptist Church, Bailey Hack, Va. Miss Pattie Fowkles and Mrs. A. J. Creasy of 329 Fifth Avenue, will leave on their vacation for Catawba, Princeton, Bluefield and Huntington until September 1. Mr. C. R. Burks of Wytheville, Va. is here for an indefinite stay. Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Meadows spent a week with her sister at Boom Mill and left on the 11th for two weeks in Bristol, after which they will leave for their home in Berwind W. Va. The Rev. G. W. Hickman, father of W. O. Hickman was a visitor to Mt. Zion A. M. M. Sunday and at the close of the service gave some very encouraging remarks. Mrs. Gertrude Dehaven of Tenh Avenue is much improved. Mr. Alexander Anderson of Saline $V_{a}$. will spend two weeks in Oxford N. C. Mr. W. C. Farley of Columbus, Ohio has been visiting here for some while. He has had the trip of his life. Rev. J. Douglass Herben arrived in time to be present at the funeral of Mrs. Amelia Woods, his wife's grandmother. He was not wired of the death but had a revelation and came and found that God had direct ed his coming. Mrs. F. L. Winbush of Monon aghela, Pa. is in the city visiting her brother, Mr. and Mrs. Pletcher Steward, 523 Park Street. I desire to secure information of the whereabouts of my mother, Mrs. Berta Powell. When last heard of, she was in Lynchburg in 1903. Any one knowing of her whereabouts will do me a great favor by writing W. F. Powell, 1109 Salem Avenue, So. Roanoke. District, Grand Lodge, No. 15, G. U. O. O. F. and Grand Household of Ruth, and the First Patriarchic Regiment, open their session in the city Sunday night, with memorial service at St. Paul M. E. Church, the public is invited. Major Crowell will have the keys of the city for the week. Dont fail to see the Grand Parade Tuesday, 23rd, at 2:30 P. M. followed by a competitive drill at City Auditorium, Grand Banquet and Ball at Auditorium, beginning at 9 P. M. Tuesday night. Everybody welcome. WORK OF FIFTEEN YEARS Wood Carving, Valued at $125,000 to Be Exhibited in New York. . New York, Aug. 13.—A wood carving, descriptive of the life of Christ, on which five monks worked fifteen years will be placed on exhibition here Monday. The carving, valued at $125,000 was brought to America by Father Germanos Ageltes, one of the monks who made it in the monastery of the Brotherhood of Nicodemus at Mt. Athos, Macedonia. The composition is twenty-eight inches high and twenty-one inches wide and includes several hundred figures in high and low relief. The central picture is The Last Jdqgment reproducing in good the detail of Michaelangelo's famous painting. ELMORE TRIAL HELD UP WHEN CROWD GATHERS. --- Judge West Decides to Move Entire Court From Brunswick County to Richmond Rather than Run Risk of Mob Violence—Case to Be Heard in Richmond Court Tomorrow. Lawrenceville, Va., Aug. 17.—The gathering of a large number of Brunswick citizens at this site for trial of Will Elmore, colored held for the brutal murder of Tingley Elmore, postmaster of Tobacco, Va., which was scheduled to open here this morning caused Judge J. F. West to issue an order certifying the case to Hustings Court, Part 2, Richmond for trial, the official fearing that the prisoner might meet with violence at the hands of citizens here. Meantime a wire was sent to Richmond notifying the authorities of the Henrico County Jail not to bring the prisoner to Lawrenceville today. Judge West ordered that Elmore be brought before the Richmond court for trial tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock. While certain of the officials of the Lawrenceville court were of the opinion that the unusually large gathering of citizens for the trial did not mean that efforts would be made to harm the prisoner, Judge West decided to take no chances and he immediately notified the authorities at Richmond to keep Elmore in that city. Elmore was arrested after a mob had lynched Lem Johnson, following the killing of the postmaster. The mob attempted to hang Elmore, but the county authorities managed to save the man from mob violence and he was rushed to Richmond for sate keeping. Judge J. F. West will move his on tire court to Richmond from Brunswick County to try Will Elmore, coor-ed, being held in Henrieco County Jail for the murder of Postmaster Tingley Elmore, tomorrow. He will sit in Hustings Court Part 2, accord ing to a statement made by Judge Ernest H. Wells this morning and his own Commonwealth's Attorney, clerk and jury will try the case. The change, according to Judge Wells was arranged last night by long distance telephone, following an appeal by Judge Wost that there was danger of violence if the trial was conducted in his county. Elmore was brought to Richmond following the lynching of Lem Johnson, who had confessed a part in the murder of the postmaster. FLORENCE LETTER FLORENCE, S. C., August 16. Miss Celia Key, of Harokinsville, Ga passed here returning from a visit to Rocky Point, N. C. on vacation. She did some work for Poro Company while there. She is connected with the industrial work at Bay Branch School. Miss Muriel E. Pinkney, of Charles ton, S. C. has returned from a visit to relatives and friends at Cheraw, S. C., with Rev. and Mrs. Long. Mr. R. D. Devore of the U. S. Grocery Company left for a visit to his old home at Greenwood, S. C. He plans to meet boys he taught in night school pears ago and will visit Greensville and other S. C. towns. Mrs. Margret Fryer of this city left the city recently to visit relatives Mr. John Kelly at, Charleston. Mrs. Elizabeth Steward of Wilmington, N. C. passed here enroute to Lanes, with her daughter, Frances, to visit her grandmother, Mrs. Bessie Locklear. Miss Amie McDaniels and little Mable, her daughter passed here from St. Petersburg, Pla, enroute to Lynchburg, S. C. (to visit her father Mr. A. Benjamin Mrs. Hester Ellison visited Mrs. Rosa Parker at Charleston, S. C. and has returned to Cheraw. Prof. J. W. Deas, principal of Industrial School at Adel, Ga. visited relatives at Bennettville, S. C. His brother, Mr. Laurence Deas dled here July 4. Prof. Deas likes his part of Georgia. Mrs. Mattie Williams and daughter, Alberta of Way Cross, Ga. visited Spies, N. C. Miss Alberta is a member of the graduating class of Reedsville High School, Wavercross. IDEAL NOTES The 9th Annual Session of the Supreme Lodge will be held at the Leigh Street A. M. E. Church, September 6, 7, and 8th. A great feature of the session will be a Sacred Cantata "Daniel in the Lion's Den" which will be given under the auspices of the National Ideal Choir, at the City Auditorium, Wednes day night September 9th, at 8 o'clock The drill corps of Washington and Philadelphia will be present to help, make the evening one of great pleasure. Admission twenty cents. Mr. A. W. Holmes, Supreme Master visited Washington this week, in interest of the work. Mrs. S. B. Cogbill. Deputy of the Southside had a splendid meeting at Centralia Baptist church Sunday Augst 14th Rev. L. C. Garland, D. D., preached an excellent sermon, Supreme Master Mr. A. W. Holmes delivered a splendid address which was greatly enjoyed by all present. The music and selections were of a high order. $40 DEATH CLAIM PAID Philadelphia, Pa., Aug. 12, 1921 Mr. A. W] Holmes, Supreme Master of the National Ideal Benefit Society —Dear Sir, I wish to thank you and Haddonfield Lodge No. 53 of Phil- adelphia District and the Supreme Lodge for the amount of ($40.00) For ty dollars for the death claim of Earn- tys Watts through the kindness of your committee. Sign— RUTH WATTS. Address— 500 Haddon Ave. Haddonfield, N. J. $100 DEATH CLAIM PAID Richmond, Aug. 3, 1921. This is acknowledge with the highest appreciation the prompt payment amount of $100.00 paid by Mr. A. W. Holmes Supreme Master of the National Ideal Benefit Society on account of death of Rosa Lightfoot the decease member of Prospect Lodge No. 2 of Richmond, Va. Signed, SAMUEL LIGHTFOOT WANTED—A Positon as job Printer Apply T. H. Jones, Ware Neck Va THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA If You Want Them WELL, FED, WELL TAUGHT, THEIR MORAL AND SPIRITUAL LIFE, WELL LOOKED AFTER—Send Your Son or Daughter to BOYDTON INSTITUTE ON THE SOUTHERN R. R. SPECIAL COURSE FOR PREACHERS TUITION AND BOARD—$12.00 PER MONTH DR. CHARLES S. MORRIS, PRINCIPAL DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. That to secure these rights, governments are instituted among men, deriving their just power from the consent of the governed, that whenever any form of government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the right of the people to alter or abolish it, and to institute new government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form as to them shall seem most likely to effect their safety and happiness. WHERE IS PRESIDENT HARDING ON FUNDAMENTAL QUESTIONS? In the face of these explicit provisions and his sworn obligation to subscribe to and maintain the same, Hon. Warren G. Harding, President of the United States is alleged to have made the following statements to a delegation of colored men in Washington recently: "Gentlemen, I am very thoroughly convinced in my mind as to the policy that I am going to inaugurate with reference to appointments and that is I am not going to appoint any colored men to public office in the southern states, but there will be some appointments in the northern states. This thing called 'race prejudice' you cannot down by battling it, and the only salvation as I see it, for the colored man in the South is to fall into the ranks behind white leadership until he can, acting through southern legislatures work out his destiny. This is my policy and I am going to follow it live or die, sink or swim." THE YELLOW PERIL A French writer of distinction, Dr. A. F. Legendre, who has passed 25 years in China and the Far East, re-iterates the hysterical prophecy of the "yellow peril." Asia, he says, is at the white man's doors, 900,000,000 strong. This, he informs, is the biggest cloud on the horizon of the future. The "crystallization of Asia for the Asiaties" proceeds apace. The late war cost the white race 20,000,000 men. Japan once defeated Russia, and the white race "losse" in the Oriental mind. PanAsianism is a reality. All these are stock arguments of the alarmists, of whom Dr. Legendre is by no means the first. But has the white race, being true to its traditions and steadfastly adhering to its ideals, cause to be alarmed concerning the future? We cannot see it in that light. The white world is familiar with the mighty sweep of history. That story tells us that, from the very big nuances of civilization quality and not quantity has ruled. Before the dawn of the Christian era Asia's millions invaded Greece. What happened? 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The price of Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener Preparations is 26 cents each, including war tax, with the exception of the Soap, which requires no tax and is 25 cents. If your drugstreet cannot supply you; we will send you any one of these items postpaid upon receipt of price or if you will send $1.03; we will send you a full size package of each Dr. Fred Palmer's celebrated Skin Whitener Ointment; Skin Whitener Soap; Face Powder and Hair Dresser. Address Dr. Fred Palmer's Laboratories; Desk D. 34 Altanta, Ga. NOTE:---You can make good money in your spare time selling Dr. Frud Palmer's Beauty Aids to your friends and acquaintances. Write for attractive offer to agents. The Star Hair Grower. A ```markdown ``` THE MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK, Richmond NORTH-WEST COR. 3RD & CLAY STS. John Mitchell, Jr., - President A. V. Norrell, Jr., - - Cashier --- The Planet is only $2.00 per year in advance. Subscribe Now. 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