Richmond Planet

This may be our last battle. We believe that it is the beginning of our final triumph. MAY 17, 1923 JOHN MITCHELL, JR Virginia State Library. THE PLANET THE DEPOSITORS MAKING FINAL DRIVE. Commission of White Bankers Being Organized---One of Richmond's Leading Financiers Accepts Service--Agrees to Aid Suffering Bank Patrons. VOLUME XLI, NO. 3 THE D Will W WHITE A Commission ing Finan The outlook for the vacating of the receivership and the re-opening of the Mechanics Savings Bank was never brighter. Able counsel took formal charge of the matter. Monday, November 26th and the final step in this remarkable case will be taken in a few days. In the meantime, a leading financier has taken charge of the reorganization plans and the white commission is now being agreed upon under which commission the Bank is expected to function. The depositors have been rallying during the past few days and those, who were doubtful as to the outcome have been convinced by the earnest assurances and positive declarations of Col. C. R Keiley whose influence among all classes of colored people is generally recognized and the basic financial argument and assertions of Banker James D. Lecky PERSONAL SOLICITATION The working committee has supplemented all this by their personal solicitations and a steady flow of depositors to the Planet Office has caused the waiver petitions to mount higher and higher until, it is safe to say that the obliteration of alleged shortage is an accomplished fact. Those, who have held back have hindered not only them selves, but their associates from getting the first installment of twenty per cent. on their deposits. The guarantee is fifty cents and if the reception is vacated at the present time John Mitchell, Jr., has insisted that ultimately all of the depositors will receive dollar for dollar. WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT White people, all over the city have been sending words of encouragement and have advised their colored friends and servants to aid the movement. The Richmond* Va., Times Dispatch and the Richmond, Va. News-Leader have also co-operated. This situation is atracting attention all over the North where anxious eyes are noting this practical demonstration of the attitude of the better class of white people towards their black neighbors. BUMMAGE SALE The Richmond Neighborhood Association Inc., is planning a Rummage Sale for the benefit of its activities. You are earnestly urged to collect wearing apparel that you have tired of and donate to this cause. Get in touch with the following women in your locality: South Richmond: Mrs. W. L. Ransome, Mrs. Susie Robinson, Church Hill: Mrs. Evans Payne, West End: Mrs. A. D. Daly, Fulton: Mrs. W. M. Lewis Denny St. Navy Hill: Mrs. D. Webster Davis, Jackson Ward: Meadows Edith Bradford, Ella James, Lelia Wynn Bettie G. Cousins, Mattie Green, Bettie Muse, Hannah Johnson, Ida Horsley, Sophia Owens, Ida F. Carter; Sarah Braxton; Minnie Stallings S. S. Sparrow; Mattie Booker; Lucy Chiles; Clara Pervall; Martha Willis; Bessie Circus; Halle Callihan Misses Bertha Thompson; Sarah Hinton Mrs. J. W. Barco This sale begins the second week in December. Watch for the place of sale. Send packages to 502 W. Clay street or phone Randolph 2571 J or Madison 4981. Ora Pown Stokes, President. Ida E. Charity Secretary; S. C. White Treasurer. DO YOU KNOW HER? I would like to locate my aunt Miss Lizzie Lucas, if not married. Please have her write her nephew. No. 349 Spring Street, Westfield N. J. Care of Mrs. Nannie Johnson. DR. J. O. ALLEN, INTERNATIONAL EVANLIST AT FIRST CHURCH HEAR HIM! HEAR HIM! Dr. O. J. Allen will begin a Ten-Day meeting at the First Baptist Church, Dr. W. T. Johnson, pastor, Sunday December 9th, 1923. To hear Dr. Allen is to be convinced of his power in impressing men and women with the truth of Jesus Christ. His songs are soul inspiring. A cordial welcome awaits every one who will avail himself of the opportunity of hearing him. Dr. W. T. Johnson Pastor; B. P. Vandervall, Church Clerk. 3-YEAR-OLD BOY BURNS TO DEATH. George Martin Had Been Left Alone In Room At Play (Preston News Service) Newark N. J., Dec. 6—George Martin 3-year-old, boy left alone by his grand-mother and 15-year-old brother in a room on the third floor of the building at 3121 Washington avenue was burned to death Wednesday at noon by a fire of unknown origin that was confined to the one room. The boy's mother, Alberta Ford had gone to Chicago and left him in charge of the grand-mother and brouser. Shortly before noon the grand-mother turned the charge over to the 15-year old boy, who also departed later. A workman on the first floor of the building discovered the fire and turned in an alarm. Traffic Officer Caesar Wagener took the charred body out of the room after breaking down the door. It was believed that the child in playing with the key, had locked the door and later set fire to bed clothing while playing with matches. The blaze burned only a part of the bed clothing and rug. --- Hon. C. H. Payne of Hinton, West Virginia who was for so many years the acknowledged leader of the colored people of West Virginia and who was appointed United States Minister to the Danish West India Islands with headquarters at St. Thomas is now at Christiansted, St. Croix and is now a judge there. He is one of the ablest of the race and after the purchase of these islands by the United States decided to remain there. He is now and has always been a steadfast friend of the Planet and its editor. --- N. C. TEACHERS HOLD THREE DAY MEET IN RALEIGH. - - (Preston News Service) Raleigh, N. C., Dec. 5- The North Carolina Negro Teachers Association headed by Dr. James Shepard, of Durham, with Prof. J. A. McRae of Washington as secretary, held a three day convention here last week. Address were delivered by Dr. W. P. Few president of Trinity College; A. T. All superintendent of public education of North Carolina; Governor Morrison, and Jackson Davis of Richmond, Va. Field Director of General Education; Dr. J. H. Dillard, president of the Slater and Jeane Fund; and Dr. W. L. Poteat president of Wake-Breast College. The meetings were the most largely attended in the history of the association. Negro teachers from other states visited the sessions and reported that they were well pleased with the valuable instruction and inspiration received. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1923 PLEADS GUILTY TO MURDER AS CASE GOES TO JURY. (Preston News Service) Pittsburgh Pa., Dec. 6—Just as his case was about to be placed in the hands of the jury James Porter defendant in a murder indictment, changed his plea of not guilty to one guilty in criminal court last Wednesday. Judge Bell who heard the case fixed the degree of guilt as second degree murder and remanded Porter to jail for sentence later. On July 18th, Porter shot and morally wounded William V. Pengler in a rooming house in Watson street. It was testified for the Commonwealth that the two men quarrelled and that Porter went to the home of his mother got a shotgun and returning shot Pengler. Porter testified that he was so toxicated on the day of the shooting that he did not remember what happened. MEN HELD FOR ASSAULT (Preston News Service) Little Rock, Ark, Dec. 6—Two colored men whose names were not violated by the police were released last Wednesday. The men had been arrested on Saturday night as suspects in connection with the assault last Saturday day morning upon Mrs. M. Bailey, an aged widow living near the State Penitentiary. Mrs. Bailey was unable to identify either of the men as her sailants. City and county officials say he weaver that they are still on the rook out for the perpetrators of the crime and expect to make an arrest in a few days as they have several men under surveillance. --- THE DECEMBER NUMBER OF OPPORTUNITY IS EXCELLENT New York, Dec. 6.—The December issue of the monthly magazine published by the Research Department of the National Urban League is exceedingly fine and contains several articles of historical, philosophical, and inspiring worth to members of both races. The name of the magazine is "Opportunity" and it seems to improve with each issue. Charles S. Johnson is editor. JOHN GOSS DIES IN CHAIR (Preston News Service) Raleigh N. C. Dec 5.—It is said that the final chapter in the Mitchell deportation incident of all the Negroes of the county lost September, was written last Friday morning when the life of John Goss, whose alleged assault on a white woman precipitated the deportation was executed. Goss was sentenced one month ago after a trial of less than two hours. It is claimed that Goss was serving a long term on a chain gang at work near Mitchell when he escaped and attacked a white woman. The following day armed gangs of whites collected every Negro in the county and loaded them on a freight train and directed the crews to take them beyond the county line. Seventy members of the mob were arrested and submitted to a charge of rioting. Goss was captured three days after the assault and brought to Raleigh for safe keeping, and later returned to Mitchell with a military guard for trial. Three companies of troops were on guard in the disturbed area when the deported Negroes were returned to their work. It is said that the Negroes have not been molested since the withdrawal of the troops. HOWARD AND LINCOLN IN GREAT TIE GAME Monster Throng Witness Turkey Day Clash Between Ancient Foes. (Preston News Service) National League Park, Philadelphia a. Nov. 29—Playing before a vast colorful, picturesque crowd of "society's elite" numbering 30,000 people who packed and jammed every nook and crevice of the Philadelphia National League Park, Howard's famed eleven, considered the real class of the Eastern College teams were held to a 6 tie by Lincoln the "underdog" in a game which will long be remembered. Encompassed in a haze of glory, with totables from New York, Washington Baltimore Pittsburgh, Atlantic City, Harrisburg, and many of the other cities throughout the country occupy prominent places in the boxes, a with the grand stands, bleachers and field packed to capacity, the scene formed a veritable rainbow of color. Everyone of any prominence, it appeared was at the game. The crowd in the spacious park was the largest in Lincoln-Howard history and as trays of the setting sun fell over the historic goal posts where heroes have come and gone the names of two men, one a Howard man and the other a Lincoln man were on everyone's lips. For it were these two men, predestined to shine and carry on for the glory and honor of their schools, who made a niche for themselves in football's "hall of fame." Captain Doneghy and "Jazz" Byrd were the two men who inspired thrill for the 'annual classic,' the twentry-first meeting of the two eleven. And as the hysterical mob leaped the box seats and carried their heroes from the field, both could rest assured that they had "carried on" for the glory and honor of their schools. Battered beaten, battle-scarred and tired from the continuous poundings to which they were subject, these two starred in vastly different ways. For Howard it was Doneghy. Doneghy Doneghy. Three times out of four Doneghy was called upon to carry the pigskin. And seldom did he fail to respond. Thrusts through the line, dash "VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT GIVES MR. JOHN MITCHELL NEW TRIAL IN BANK CASE." (Cadiz, Kv., Dec. 1, 1923.) The publishers with thousands of readers rejoice that Mr. John Mitchell has convinced the Appelate Court of his state that he had not been given a fair trial. The opinion of the court is unanimous. It is believed that the Lower Court will gladly correct its mistakes in next trial. If indeed there should be one Mr. Mitchell proved that he did nothing toward wrecking his bank. He made no false entry on the books of Mechanics Savings Bank. The books were never in his possession. This fact of itself was sufficient for a verdict in his favor. Hundreds of the best people of the best citizens in Richmond. Virginia of races are standing loyally at the back of Mr. Mitchell. They have the utmost confidence in his innocency. His life in the community is unapproachable. Friends throughout the country should not cease to pray and give help in his defense until Mr. Mitchell has won a complete vindication is established. PLANS MADE FOR THREE NEW BUILDINGS AT WILBERFORCE. (Preston News Service) Wilberforce Ohio, Dec. 6.—Plan for three new buildings to be added on the State departments property at Wilberforce University were submitted by S. L. Hellopetor state architect and accepted by the trustees of the Combined Normal and Industrial Department of the institution at a meeting Friday it is announced. The plans for the proposed new properties, include specifications for a domestic science building to be erected at a cost of $32,000, a new laundry building to cost $10,000 and a new dairy barn, to cost $5,000. Slight changes were recommended by the trustees before the plans were accepted and approved and it is expected that work on the buildings will start as soon as the contract can be made. Richard C. Bundy, new superintendent of the department, whose appointment as financial officer has been confirmed by the board of control, presented an interesting report at the meeting and made a number of recommendations for improvements. Members of the board of control expressed themselves as pleased with the work of the new superintendent. Reports say the meeting was one of the most barmonious sessions the board has held for a number of years. Members present were Sully Jaymes Springfield chairman; Bishop H. Jones Wilberforce; Dr. Joseph L. Johnson Columbus recently appointed by Governor Donahey; the Rev B. F. McWilliams, Toledo and T. Howard Winters of the State Department of Education. President J. A. Gregg was not present having been called to New York City in the interest of the university. SALARIES OF MINISTERS --- (N. Y. Times) Not long ago a clergyman was offered a college professorship. He declined it on the ground that his present occupation was yielding him $500 a month. But that was not in the pulpit. Ousted to spread the gospel he had for some time been spreading plaster. An article in The Homilistic Review for December declares that more and more ministers are abandoning their calling every year to take up some trade. They cannot live and support a family on the salary paid to a clergyman. Here is a class which might almost be called the forgotten class in the general readjustment on wages and salaries made necessary by the increased cost of living during the past ten years. It is true that many of the churches have been moved to do their duty and have increased the salaries of their pastors. But the cases of hardships are still numerous and the comparison of the money returns of clergymen with those of skilled and even casual laborers reveals some astonishing disparities. The writer in The Homiletic Review reduces the figures to a weekly basis and gets some surprising results. Thus the average weekly salary of a minister of the Baptist Church is $25. But even a hod-carrier gets more than $20 while a mason gets $b1. bricklayer $55 and so on. These later figures, it be noted are also the average for the entire country. Everybody knows that the rates in various cities are very much higher. It would seem obvious that both justice to self-sacrificing ministers and a proper sense of the dignity of their profession, duly impressed upon the churches would lead to further steps toward making the salaries of clergymen more nearly adequate to their needs. HOUSEWIVES URGED TO CEASE EGG PURCHASES. (Preston News Service) Chicago, Dec. 7—Joseph Ruskiewicz, secretary of the city council's high cost committee charges that Chicago dealers are attempting to corner the egg market and create an artificial shortage that will boost prices to $1,500 a dozen. He urges householders to refrain from using eggs. Eggs are selling at 80 cents a dozen in Chicago despite storage houses buildup with 1,200,000 cases or more than 20,000,000 dozen he said. Seven dealers, alleged to have combined, expect to make $9,000,000 before Christmas with "dollar eggs" according to Ray Lane, former attorney for the committee. "With a daily consumption of 10,000 cases there now is enough on hand to do for the next four months without any receipts from the farmers," says Mr. Ruskiewicz. "The eggs now sale were placed in storage last spring at from 20 to 25 cents a dozen. Specialators are buying up shipments as fast as they arrive and placing them in storage to create a shortage." KU KLUX KLAN LOSES IN GARDINER, MAINE. (Preston News Service) Gardiner, Me., Dec. 6.—Donald S. McNaughton was elected Mayor of Gardiner in Wednesday City election, defeating Mayor Bert E. Lamb, who has held office since 1911 with the exception of two years by 185 votes. Wednesday's election was the first since the city abolished the commission form of government. The new charter will take effect with its officers January 1, next. Mayor Lamb was said to have the support of the Ku Klux Klan and three members of the klan were candidates for Alderman. One, William Pekins, was elected. The other five Aldermen elected were: E. L. Goodspeed, Frank Amesbury, Norman Trafton, Eugene Chase and Clarence Harris. The total vote cast was 2182. SHARON CHURCH SERVICES. Sunday, December 9th. Location: On- ner Leigh and First Streets. 10:00 A. M. Sunday School and Men's Bible Class taught by the pas- tor. 11:25 A. M. Sermon by the Pastor Subject: "Christian Isolation." 3:30 P. M. Progressive Educational Association Mr. B. F. Vaughan. Direc- tor. 6:00 P. M. Young People's Meeting. 8:15 P. M. Sacred Concert. Junior Choir Mrs. Rosa B. Jenkins, Manager Regular Prayer meeting every Wed- nesday at 8:00 P. M. You are welcome to our services. Come and bring your friends. Rev. R. H. Johnson M. A. B. D. Pastor. W. L. Johnson Clerk. --- —Mrs Rosa Loving has returned from a trip to Baltimore, where she was visiting her daughter, Mrs. Mamie Wines. Card of Thanks We gratefully acknowledge the many kinds acts rendered us by the members of New Baptist Church and friends during the brief illness and death of my husband Rev T. J. J. Mosby. May God's richest blessings rest on all. —MARY E. MOSBY. PRICE, FIVE CENTS DRIVE. mortage. LK RALLY nd's Lead- Patrons. LOCAL BRANCH OF NATIONAL URBAN LEAGUE BEING OR- GANIZED IN RICHMOND. Field Secretary of the National Urban League, Jesse O. Thomas with Headquarters in Atlanta Georgia reached Richmond Saturday after 6:00 and went immediately into a conference with a group of white and colored people representing the Richmond Urban League Organization. This conference was held at the Urban League's Headquarters. 2 Marshall Street in the Community House. Field Secretary Thomas is making a careful study of the social welfare needs of the colored people of the city with a view of outlining a definite program for the local League. Daily conferences are being held with "key" men and women of both racial groups. Secretary Thomas spoke Sunday morning to the Sunday School of the Second Baptist Church, to the congregation of the First Baptist Church and Sunday afternoon before the Sunday School Union of the First Union Baptist Church. Monday morning he spoke to the Baptist Ministers at their regular weekly conference. He will be meeting and addressing various groups for the next ten days or two weeks. The interest that is being manifested in the organization of the Richmond, by the leading men and women of both races makes the future of the League in this city a success. Referring to the work to be undertaken by the local organization Secretary Thomas stated that among other things the League will seek to improve the living, working and housing conditions of the colored people as well as to offer a Community Center for social contacts and recreation for the different organizations and their memberships. The Field Secretary can be reached thru the office of the Southern Aid Society. 527 N. Second Street WEDDING RECEPTION The wedding reception of Mr. and Mrs. H. Kirkland Cogbill took place Monday evening, December 3, 1923 at the residence of the bride's parents, 204 E. Leigh St. A large course of friends paid their respects to the young popular couple. After the presentations a repast was served the guest. The bride, nee Miss Viola Allan Epps, presented a charming picture, draped in blue silk, in latest mode. The groom wore conventional black. Ladies in waiting, who received the guest, were Misses Bessie Fields, Jessie Ransome, Christine Booker and Mrs. Ruby Eldridge. Friends remembered the bride and groom with a beautiful selection of presents that was numerous and useful. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George M. Epps and was very popular among the younger social set. She was an alumnus of V. N. and I. L. Petersburg, Va. Since the completion of her course there she had been employed in the business office of The Richmond Planet. The groom is with the printing department of Howard University, Washington, D. C., where the couple will reside. BURROUGHS—TAYLOR Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Taylor announce the wedding Grace Irene, to Mr. Luther Burroughs, the evening of Wednesday, November 28, 1923 at the residence of the Rev. O. B Simms, pastor of Rising Mt. Zlon Baptist Church. Theo. Roosevelt Repudiates Endorsement Offered by Klan AMERICANISM NEVER GOES MASKED AND HF WHO TELLS YOU SO, LIES, HF SAYS IN ADDRESS. 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I cannot conceive that it is so, because I came out flat-footed against them in a public speech at the National Republican Club on Lincoln's Birthday last year. "The fundamental underlying principle of Americanism is that men should be judged as men, and no distinctions made on racial or religious lines. "I am enclosing you a copy of my speech, which gives my position clearly." In the copy of the speech sent to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, occur the following passages: "The word Americanism has been soiled by being used by some groups for the purpose of furthering their brutally intolerant designs. Such a group is the Ku Klux Klan, who have banded together against certain creeds and races. Americanism never goes masked, and he who tells you it does, lies." SENATOR REED FLAYS MEN IN PILLOW SLIPS INVADING LIB- ERTY OF RELIGION AND LAW (Preston News Service) Kansas City, Kans., Dec. 5.—1 an address before the Kansas Bar Association Senator James A. Reed, of Missouri characterized the Ku Klux Klan activities as an invasion of religious liberty in the United States and in defiance to the American constitution. "The business of parading in pilow slips is the most un-American thing which has befallen the nation in the last century. We are permitting religious liberty to be invaded," he sailed. "One of the trees planted on this land by our forefathers was that of religious liberty. They were of every race and creed. They knew men were not to be converted at the point of the sword, and the fagots were not logic. The foundation of liberty is the freedom of the individual " he asserted. THEY SAID IT COULDN'T BE DONE—WHO? Chicago, Illinois. To the Baptist Brotherhood: The President of your Convention received this gratifying message. I wish to commend first the indefatigable efforts of the Secretary, Dr. A. M. Townsend and our Building Committee: Drs. Isaac, Lawrence, Haynes Harris and Prof. E. M. Browne. Truly they have worked hard and they have indeed accomplished a "denominational miracle" The fact that the fifty thousand dollars which has been raised recently brings the total paid on the Publishing House up to ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS, shows what our Convention can do when it has a mind to work. It does not mean, however, that we, having accomplished this task, should stop. We have just begun. Having done this much is a pledge of still greater results in the future. Many of the brethren have not sent in their pledges and are urged to do so. We also ask that the brethren who are interested in the progress of the work meet us at Memphis, December 27-28, 1923. Our reason for calling the meeting at this season of the year is that all would have the clergy certificates for 1923 and could attend without the peril of having to pay the regular fares which otherwise they would perhaps have to pay. 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ENDERS RVICE e Her UCTS stand out kingly their own. ve. That PORO FREE MILLION ents and PORO HUSAND PORO PORO and enjoy no will cheerfully B-4 THE RICHMOND PLANET. RICHMOND. VIRGINIA COLORFUL NEWS "MOVIES" HUMAN DESIRES DISPLAY HUMAN SOULS, and when desires are fully satiated, bleak character steps forth into the calcium light of human progress—the product of civilization and its incidents. A mob is the instrumentality of human desires, and when that instrumentality is set in motion THE CHARACTER OF CIVILIZATION BECOMES A SHINING TARGET for the inspection of all that is good and great—in fact, of God Himself. Some one has said: "What we are at the end of this life, we shall be when the next begins." Hence, there will come a time when "YESTERDAY IS TOMORROW" and the era we are spanning today shall have become yesterday. Human relaxation and recreation are introspective glimpses of what we are Today,—whether kind, unselfish and forgiving or mean, selfish and unforgiving. Our desires then, are in moments of rest indicative of the texture of our souls. The moving picture industry has become the greatest industry in America, because of human desires to view human souls; but, strange to say, present day beings apparently desire to see themselves, not as they should be Today, but as they were Yesterday. Hence, the masterpieces of the screen, such as "Birth of a Nation" 'Scaramouch.' 'Ashes of Vengeance,' 'Intolerance' 'Orphans of the Storm,' 'The Four Horsemen' and a score of so-called wonder pictures, seem to have the ones and the only ones which satiated present day movie desires in the world of relaxation and recreation. In the spheres of these pictures, what do we find? Today? No, Yesterday. Each one depicts darksome days of strife, proscription, greed and the MOB SPIRIT, when MIGHT cared not for RIGHT. Despite their wonderful cadences of narration, their appealing forces lie in the VENGEFUL MOODS of their heroes, and not in the PEACE and GOOD WILL of the tolerant. The crucifixion of Jesus Christ, the French Revolution, the bad feeling between Church and State, and the horrible days of the "seventies" following the Civil War, mark their tragic moments. And, Today, what do we find as creations of the minds of those who relax amid screen scenes of the Yesterdays. We find the modern Ku Klux Klan; modern evasions of moral and written law; modern, yea, legal ways of proscription; modern warfare between State and Church; and even a modern way of Crucifying the Master. All these are products of a modern civilization; yet their bases are still resting upon a foundation of blood and sand. What are ten million black folks of America going to do to prevent their Yesterdays, too, from becoming Tomorrows? Is mob psychology to invade their minds in true groupal style? Or can they step aside and let the rapidly moving procession pass them by, and thus leave them to profit in the separate race entify sphere in which they are enforcedly placed by the Modern Civilization of Today, which, after all, is so much like Yesterday that the keepers of Tomorrow must be gleefully rubbing their hands in the expectation of the coming of so perfect a request. GIVING DINNER, which had adorned that I had invested in placed the hump right dreams of Thank while about minor, like a serious aspect in mind a procession that I am thankful for. RIGHT, of Chicago, a worthy appoint. WART, the "Little he has been hunted were young ones. ROWN of the U. home of the "bore" originally a Kentu RLIE ANDERSON park, seemed to be a stache as he said city's behind 'em." SON, of Richmo INCOLN JOHNS, and he was that attentively. AFTER THANKSGIVING of the ten-pound bird which had and, after wishing that I had instead of turkey, I placed the dozed off into pleasant dreams. After dreaming a while about visions seemed to take a serene before my dreaming mind a pity to say: "Here's what I am ATTY. ED. H WRIGHT, brand-new $7,500 job, a worth of Illinois. GILCHRIST STEWART, ful that the deer which he has of New York State were you. COL. PHIL. H BROWN was thankful that some of the "Labor." Phil was originally Our old pal CHARLIE A. Revenue, of New York, seem extra twirl in his mustache and gotta do it. The party's behi GILES B. JACKSON, of "South ain't North." When HENRY LINCOLN telling a funny story, and he was "listening in" attentively PERRY HOWARD, of the AFTER THANKSGIVING DINNER, I took the wishbone of the ten-pound bird which had adorned our Thanksgiving table and, after wishing that I had invested the $6.50 in pork-chops, instead of turkey, I placed the hump right under my pillow and dozed off into pleasant dreams of Thanksgiving and its blessings. After dreaming a while about minor fancies and fictions, my visions seemed to take a serious aspect, and I found passing before my dreaming mind a procession of gladiators who seemed to say: "Here's what I am thankful for:" ATTY. ED. H WRIGHT, of Chicago, was thankful for his brand-new $7,500 job, a worthy appointment by Governor Small of Illinois. GILCHRIST STEWART, the "Little Corporal," was thankful that the deer which he has been hunting up in the Adirondacks of New York State were young ones. COL. PHIL H BROWN of the U. S. Department of Labor was thankful that some of the "bore" has been taken out of "Labor." Phil was originally a Kentucky farmer, you know. Our old pal CHARLIE ANDERSON, Collector of Internal Revenue, of New York, seemed to be thankfully putting on an extra twirl in his mustache as he said: "Don't tell me! They gotta do it. The party's behind 'em." GILES B. JACKSON, of Richmond, Va. was glad that, "South ain't North." When HENRY LINCOLN JOHNSON passed by, he was telling a funny story, and he was thankful because everybody was "listening in" attentively. PERRY HOWARD, of the Department of Justice, was thank- AGED MAN KILLED BY AUTO, IN CROSSING STREET Washington, D. C., Dec. 6.—Albert Brown, aged 56 years, was killed in a traffic accident at New Hampshire avenue and I street last Thursday night. He was crossing the roadway when knocked down by the automobile of Edward Taylor. Brown was taken to Emergency hospital. The accident ```markdown ``` (Preston News Service) S TOMORROW. IN THE BAGGAGE DAY HUMAN SOULS, and when weak character steps forth into progress—the product of civilization in instrumentality of human desires, is set in motion THE CHARACOMES A SHINING TARGET of good and great—in fact, of God. "What we are at the end of this begins." Hence, there will come THIS TOMORROW" and the era have become yesterday. Education are introspective glimpses other kind, unselfish and forgiving. Our desires then, are in mode texture of our souls. It has become the greatest industry desires to view human souls; but,angs apparently desire to see them today, but as they were Yesterday. On screen, such as "Birth of a Navengance," 'Intolerance' 'Orphans sersemen' and a score of so-called the ones and the only ones which lives in the world of relaxation and these pictures, what do we find? Which one depicts darkseeds days of the MOB SPIRIT, when MIGHT be their wonderful cadences of narie in the VENGEFUL MOODS of PEACE and GOOD WILL, of Jesus Christ, the French Reveen Church and State, and the "following the Civil War, mark u and as creations of the minds of scenes of the Yesterdays. We find modern evasions of moral and writ-tays of proscription; modern war-ch; and even a modern way of modern civilization; yet their basesation of blood and sand. What America going to do to prevent coming Tomorrows? Is mob psycho-in true groupal style? Or can rapidly moving procession pass them profit in the separate race entify freely placed by the Modern Civier all, is so much like Yesterday it must be gleefully rubbing their coming of so perfect a guest. DINNER, I took the wishbone and adorned our Thanksgiving table invested the $6.50 in pork-chops, a hump right under my pillow and of Thanksgiving and its blessings, but minor fancies and fictions, my curious aspect, and I found passingcession of gladiators who seemed thankful for:" of Chicago, was thankful for his my appointment by Governor Small the "Little Corporal," was thank-ween hunting up in the Adirondacks ring ones. of the U. S. Department of Labor "bore" has been taken out of a Kentucky farmer, you know. ANDERSON, Collector of Internal led to be thankfully putting on an he said: "Don't tell me! They and 'em." Richmond, Va. was glad that, JOHNSON passed by, he was thankful because everybody Department of Justice, was thank- occurred at 6:30 o'clock and he died in the hospital five hours later. Taylor is being held by the police to await results of inquest. 14 HELD IN CARNEGIE KU KLUX KLAN RIOT. (Preston News Service) Pittsburgh Pa., Dec. 6.—Attorneys ```markdown ``` By "THE CAMERAMAN." BROW. BACGAGE COACH A (Preston News Service) SUILS, and when steps forth into act of civilization of human desires, THE CHARACING TARGET in fact, of God at the end of this there will come W" and the era today. Conjective glimpses in and forgiving them, are in models. Greatest industry human souls; but, desire to see them were Yesterday. "Birth of a Navarreance" Orphans of so-called only ones which of relaxation and what do we find? Worksome days of, when MIGHT encodences of narcissful MOODS MOOD WILL, of the French Revolution State, and the Civil War, mark of the minds of overdays. We find memorial and written; modern war; modern way of life; yet their bases and sand. What do to prevent us? Is mob psy-style? Or canession pass them create race entity the Modern Civic like Yesterday only rubbing their affect a guest. Look the wishbone thanksgiving table in pork-chops, for my pillow and its blessings. And fictions, my I found passing actors who seemed thankful for his Governor Small. "ural," was thanked the Adirondacks department of Labor taken out of inner, you know. Doctor of Internal putting on an tell me! They was glad that, passed by, he was because everybody justice, was thankful because the MAJOR PART grateful because When COMMIT passed by, he drowsily, "I'm MARCUS GOD body. Marcus U. S. A. If I again, I D never MELVIN J. Whitelaw Hotel "Philly." DR. EMMETT University, was doctor, "but per stantial approprt DR. JOSEPH to have renewed farm expert, and DR. ROBER expressions con- Just then the mistakable signs a raid next door 'MOVIES' inst. PRESS, PEW of the DYER throats are hussy for the BRETH convalescent. Oracial, are bend BRETHREN'S quently announce it. And about my RIGHTS' provenience benefici it appears possible southern customers in Congo BRETHREN'S "JIM CROW among the HAR the BRETH transported in the reason,—yes—B a STRONGER discrimination in passengers, who laws. The Interstate a creation of p shipping discrimin matters of har the supervision With regard been held by the EQUAL ACCO sengers, WHIT The "MUST" just as long as the accommodation which is ingenious BRETHREN LET ORATE FUNCTIONED perly to apply a FORM ILLEG ES, thus making SAVIORS OF publish headline We sincerely jucafa—in a le evils of "Jim C Let available installation of de What's not all SHOPS. News Service) Dec. 6.—Attorneys Subscribe t COACH AHEAD. ful because the U. S Court of Claims MAJOR PATTERSON, of Chicago, grateful because when the soap bubble When COMMISSIONER FERD passed by, he too, was dreaming, just drowsily, "I'm thankful the tiger can" MARCUS GARVEY seemed to be body. Marcus was saying: "Gee, I w U. S. A. If I thought ID have all again, ID never leave here. MELVIN J. CHISUM, of the A. N. Whitelaw Hotel, in Washington inste "Philly." DR. EMMETT J. SCOTT, Secreta University, was smiling gratefully. doctor, "but permit me to express my stantial appropriation for Howard." DR. JOSEPH H. WARD, of India, to have renewed acquaintanceship with farm expert, and "prince of good fe DR. ROBERT RUSSA MOTON w expressions concerning his estimate of Just then the clang of a bell broke o mistakable signs told us that the Reve a raid next door. And we were than 'MOVIES' instead of selling 'HOO ful because the U. S Court of Claims had taken a short recess. MAJOR PATTERSON, of Chicago, Democratic exalter, was grateful because when the soap bubble burst, on one heard it. When COMMISSIONER FERDINAND Q. MORTON passed by, he too, was dreaming, just as I was. Said "Ferd" drowsily, "I'm thankful the tiger can't change his striped." MARCUS GARVEY seemed to be more thankful than anybody. Marcus was saying: "Gee, I was glad to get back to the U. S. A. If I thought I'd have all that trouble getting back again, I D never leave here. MELVIN J. CHISUM, of the A. N. P. was glad to be at the Whitelaw Hotel, in Washington instead of the Hotel Dale, 'n "Philly." DR. EMMEIT J. SCOTT, Secretary-Treasurer of Howard University, was smiling gratefully. "Pardon me," said the doctor, "but permit me to express my gratitude for the substantial appropriation for Howard." DR. JOSEPH H. WARD, of Indianapolis, Ind., was thankful to have renewed acquaintanceship with CHARLES E. HALL, farm expert, and "prince of good fellows." DR. ROBERT RUSSA MOTON was thankful for the kindly expressions concerning his estimate of President Coolidge. Just then the clang of a bell broke our slumber, and other unmistakable signs told us that the Revenue Officers were making a raid next door. And we were thankful that we were writing 'MOVIES' instead of selling 'HOOTCH.' PRESS, PEW and VICE are proof of the DYER ANTLLYNCHING of throats are husky from orating about for the BRETHREN, that their afflicted convulsive. Groups of leaders here racial, are bending their heads over the BRETHREN'S DIFFICULTIES, as frequently announcing; which soon prove it. And about nine times out of ten the RIGHTS" proves to be a stumbling venture beneficial to the BRETHREN, it appears possible that this doctrine in southern customs and principles, as advocates in Congress, form enough ree BRETHREN'S hopes. "JIM CROW" laws, long since JUDGED among the HARMFUL DISCRIMINATION of the BRETHREN, who, when going transported in the "lower" half of a be reason,—yes—ECONOMY FOR THE A STRONGER REASON, too, why the discrimination in every particular, shows passengers, who are amenable to the laws. The Interstate Commerce Commission, a creation of protestants who were just shipping discrimination, has long since matters of harmful discriminations, the supervision of equipment as well as. With regard to COLORED PASSENBE held by the Commission and the EQUAL ACCOMMODATIONS musengers, WHITE and COLORED. The "MUST" of the clause becomes just as long as colored interstate Pass the accommodations of the "baggage" which is ingeniously improvised into BRETHREN for ECONOMY and COLORED. LET ORATORY CEASE awhile FUNCTIONERS of Uncle Sam be properly to apply their precepts to carry FORM ILLEGAL OPERATIONS OES, thus making them "CARRYALL SAVIORS OF ROLLING STOCK" to publish headlines of the amounts of cafe. We sincerely believe that the envoy jucafa—in a legal and orderly way evils of "Jim Crowism" on the road. Let available legal equipment be in installation of decent rolling equipment. What's not already on the rail car SHOPS. PRESS, PEW and VICE are proclaiming the reintroduction of the DYER ANTI-LYNCHING BILL, and ten thousand throats are husky from orating about other remedial legislation for the BRETHREN, that their afflictions may become legally convulsive. Groups of leaders here and there, racial and interracial, are bending their heads over the CHART OF THE BRETHREN'S DIFFICULTIES, and like "Doc" Cook, frequently announcing; which soon proves to be of vapor-like density. And about nine times out of ten the DOCTRINE of "STATE RIGHTS" proves to be a stumbling block for any legislative venture beneficial to the BRETHREN. When for any reason it appears possible that this doctrine might prove weak in spots southern customs and principles, as advocated by their representatives in Congress, form enough reserve forces to defeat the BRETHREN's hopes. "JIM CROW" laws, long since JUDICIALLY UPHELD, are among the HARMFUL DISCRIMINATIONS practiced against the BRETHREN, who, when going back "home" are usually transported in the "lower" half of a baggage coach. There's a reason,—yes—ECONOMY FOR THE CARRIER. And there's a STRONGER REASON, too, why equal accommodations, non-discrimination in every particular, should be provided for colored passengers, who are amenable to the viciousness of "Jim Crow" laws. The Interstate Commerce Commission, a child of Congress and a creation of protestants who were justly peeved on account of shipping discrimination, has long since been given carriers in matters of harmful discriminations. This authority includes the supervision of equipment as well as rates and routes. With regard to COLORED PASSENGERS, it has long since been held by the Commission and the U. S. Supreme Court that EQUAL ACCOMMODATIONS must be furnished ALL passengers, WHITE and COLORED. The 'MUST' of the clause becomes 'MUSTY' with APATHY just as long as colored interstate Passengers continue to accept the accommodations of the 'baggage' coach, the 'lower' half of which is ingeniously improvised into coach and smoker for the BRETHREN for ECONOMY and OTHER REASONS. LET ORATORY CEASE awhile, and let the JUDICIAL FUNCTIONERS of Uncle Sam be requested, formally and properly to apply their precepts to carriers who continue to PERFORM ILLEGAL OPERATIONS ON BAGGAGE COACHES, thus making them "CARRYALLS" and, at the same time SAVIORS OF ROLLING STOCK FUNDS, while the carriers publish headlines of the amounts of cash deposited daily in banks. We sincerely believe that the envestiture of assets—Res Adjucafa—in a legal and orderly way is the first solvent of the evils of "Jim Crowism" on the road. Let available legal equipment be invoked to bring about the installation of decent rolling equipment in lieu of MAKESHIFTS. What's not already on the rail can be BUILT IN THE SHOPS. representing fourteen men accused of participating in the klan riot at Carnegie last August, in which Thomas Abbott, a klansman was killed, waived a preliminary hearing before Justice of the Peace, W. P. Prosser last Friday, and provided $2,000 bond for their aparance at court. The men are charged with inciting to riot. Subscribe to The Planet ```markdown ``` THANK YOU. ims had taken a short recess. Chicago, Democratic exalter, was bubble burst, on one heard it. ORDINAND Q. MORTON just as I was. Said "Ferd" can't change his striped." be more thankful than any- I was glad to get back to the all that trouble getting back N. N. P. was glad to be at the instead of the Hotel Dale, 'n Secretary-Treasurer of Howard Kelly. "Pardon me," said the my gratitude for the sub- Indianapolis, Ind. was thankful with CHARLES E. HALL, fellows." N was thankful for the kindly use of President Coolidge. Like our slumber, and other un-Revenue Officers were making thankful that we were writing BOOTCH.' Proclaiming the reintroduction BILL, and ten thousand about other remedial legislation difficulties may become legally there and there, racial and inter-er the CHART OF THE and like "Doc" Cook, fre-oves to be of vapor-like dens- the DOCTRINE of "STATE being block for any legislative REN. When for any reason he might prove weak in spots advocated by their represent- reserve forces to defeat the JUDICIALLY UPHELD, are INATIONS practiced against being back "home" are usually a baggage coach. There's a THE CARRIER. And there's any equal accommodations, non- should be provided for colored the viciousness of "Jim Crow" Session, a child of Congress and he justly peeved on account of since been given carriers in. This authority includes well as rates and routes. SSENGERS, it has long since the U. S. Supreme Court that must be furnished ALL pas- names 'MUSTY' with APATHY Passengers continue to accept gage' coach, the 'lower' half of auto coach and smoker for the and OTHER REASONS. While, and let the JUDICIAL be requested, formally and pro- carriers who continue to PER- SON BAGGAGE COACH-ALLS" and, at the same time BACK FUNDS, while the carriers cash deposited daily in banks. Investiture of assets—Res Ad- day is the first solvent of the aid. He invoked to bring about the event in lieu of MAKESHIFTS can be BUILT IN THE N. C. FARMERS WILL HOLD NEXT CONGRESS IN CLINTON. Greensboro N. 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Trusting God brings divine faith and the final triumph of right is assured: We thank our friends for remembering us. Many have sent us financial help, knowing that we need it right through here now. Some people will do anything to g t by for the time being, forgetful of the fact that they are piling up trouble for themselves further down the road of life. Wrong doing and wrong-doers. On is the work of the other. Prosperity in such cases is but temporary. Retribution is in the distance and suffering and anguish will follow. President Calvin Coolidge will be nominated to succeed himself. His most dangerous political opponent will be Hon. William G. McAdoo of California, son-in-law of ex-President Woodrow Wilson. The outlook in Germany remains the same, from bad to worse with in competent people holding the reins of government, while the trained diplomats are sitting on one side smiling Those who have aided in the rehabilitation of the Mechanics Savings Bank have not only done the colored people of this community a service, but they have won the approval of God. Selfishness may be a predominant characteristic in some people but charity is still ever present in the hearts of thousands, who remember and practice the Golden Rule. Speaker Gillette has been re-elected and will control the destinies of the 68th Congress Hon. Nicholas Longworth of Ohio, son-in-law of the late Col. Theodore Roosevelt is the Republican floor-leader. The spurious brand of republicanism resulted in a deadlock last Monday, which was finally ended last Wednesday by minor concessions. The Democratic organization declined to aid the Republican insurgents. Colored people continue to teach your children self-respect and politeness. Add to this instruction an admonition to respect people of older age. This "new day" generation is making it a difficult task for colored people to maintain their standard of respect amongst the better class of white and colored people. Fostering animosities and prejudices will not pay in the long run. THE DEATH OF LE ROY E. BROWN The death of Le Roy E. Brown. senator member of the firm of J Thompson Brown and Co. removes from the field of action one of the best Virginians that ever lived. He was a citizen of rare attainments, a valuable asset to any community. We have known him for more than forty years and during that time his business dealings were of the highest order his fundamental traits eminating from the divine master-mind of the Universe. His malady was of a kind that battled the skill of the physicians and made him a pitiable object in this world of ours. A raan of the highest --- character, possessing the noblest traits absolutely devoid of a domineering or selfish trait, as open as a clock-face as noble as a cavalier and as kind-hearted and as gentle as a woman, he had drawn to him a host of friends, bound figuratively speaking with noops of steel. His suffering caused them anguish and his death unutterable sorrow. God knows best and we express the hope that we shall soon meet him again. When the ceaseless gates swing ajar for him, Heaven receives one of earth's greatest and grandest noblemen. Peace to his ashes; rest for his soul. FROM A BRILLIANT RICHMOND WHITE ATTORNEY Richmond, Va., Nov. 24, 1923, Mr. John Mitchell, Jr., City, Dear Shr: I wish to express to you my confidence and congratulations on the action of our Supreme Court in granting you a Writ of Error. I have never thought that you have been guilty of any intentional wrong in connection with the Me- chanics Bank and I believe that most of the good people of Richmond feel as I do about the matter. HON, PERRY W, HOWARD WRITES Department of Justice, .. Washington, D. C. Nov. 24, '23. Hon, John Mitchell, Jr. Richmond, Virginia. My dear Colonel Mitchell: Please accept my heartiest congratulations upon the Order of the Supreme Court in your case, and let me assure you that I have an abiding faith in your honor and integrity as shown by the stripping of yourself of your years of accumulation to make good the alleged dosses of your depositors. DR. HOLMES WIRES CONGRATULATIONS. Winchester, Ky. Nov. 27, 1923. Hon. John Mitchell, Jr. Editor Richmond Planet, Richmond, Va. Accept congratulations. Your complete vindication is assured. J. H. HOLMES... SHOULD THANK GOD. Ranoke, Va., Nov. 25, 1923. Hon. John Mitchell, Jr. 311 North Fourth Street, Richmond, Va. Dear Sir and Brother: We should truly thank God for the ruling of the State Supreme Court and then double the sincerity of ourrayers for our future hope, for prayers are mighty weapons of war. "Life" is a word that can hardly be understood because of its rugged mishaps; but prayer secures us while here and then guarantees to us an eternal home beyond. I am, as ever. REV. P. G. GRAVELY. Ranoke, Va., Nov. 20, 1923. Hon. John Mitchell, Jr., 311 North Fourth Street, Richmond, Va. Dear Sir: Words cannot express my joy and happiness. I know God still lives and is still hearing and answering prayers. I was not surprised because I expected that and even more before it's all over. I expect a clear, clean vindication and thousands of your true and loyal friends throughout the country expect; the same and are praying for it. If you believe it, it's so; that's all there is to it, and we do not believe the charges and the rule works both ways. We are praying for you and fighting for your name, as we have done and will always be found doing. I have prayed much, and at times have been made to cuss much, but I am thinking that must all of us, to win in this life, must pray, work fight and very often, cuss. Then the devil is pulling after us, morning, noon and night. I have told all Roanoke and had the message read, in church Sunday and your many friends here joined in my rejoicing for you. Praise God from whom all blessings flow and there will be more coming. With all best wishes, I am as always. The Weisberger Company is too well known to justify extended comment upon the offerings of the concern, which will be found in this issue. The friendly attitude of the great departmental interests in pandering to the pocket-book of the laboring classes admits of no discussion. Read the ad vertisement and take advantage of the bargains offered before going elsewhere. Out of town customers will have their orders promptly filled. 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E. took place from his residence Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Mr. Dehaden was a barber and was highly respected by all who knew him. He had been in declining health since February. He leaves to mourn their loss: one brother, four uncles, one niece and a host of friends. Flower bearers: Misses Lucile Colvin, Cloteau Roberson, Nelly Early Mildred Brown, Ethel Booth and Minnie White. Pall-bearers: W. A. Pinkard, Arthur Jones Jacob Beasley Taylor English, Charles Mitchell and Gilbert Thurman. Floral designs were beautiful and profuse and the casket was very beautifully designed. Mr. Dehaden was 37 years and 4 months of age. Rev. W. W. Hicks of Mt. Zion Baptist Church officiated in the eulogy of the deceased in a very sympathetic manner. A large crowd was in attendance. Honorary Pall-bearers were: Frank Pinkard, Joe Gill, R. D Young, Dock Hale, Benjamin Woods and Harry Wright. W. F. Hughes, the polite funeral director of Gainsboro Avenue had charge. The remains were interred in Midway Cemetery. Grand Chancellor William M. Reid and Grand Attorney W. H. C. Brown oo the Grand Lodge of Virginia, K. of P. greeted a representative audience here last week in the interest of the Order. Sir Charles Abbott was master of ceremonies. G. V. C., W. B. F. Crowell and Rev. L. L. Downing made some encouraging remarks. Rev. A. L. James and Attorney Jacob L. Reid were on the rostrum. A repast was served at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Curtis, 181 seventh Avenue, N. W. Committee Sirs Williams., Willie Hopkins and Willie Swift. Mrs. M. H. Burrell and Mrs. M. B. Paxton were also present. The funeral services of Mr. Shields Hale of 612 Sixth Avenue, N. W. were conducted 2 o'clock Thursday, from Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church. Rev. James S. Hatcher delivered the eulogy in an impressive manner. Rev. L. L. Downing assisted. An unusual scene was presented as the brothers acted as pall-bearers and their wives as flower-bearers. Mr. James Hale, the elder son of the family wishes on behalf of his aged mother and father and the entire family, to use this method in thankking all the friends who furnished cars, their aid and sympathy in every way in their hours of sorrow and distress. This was the first death in their immediate family in fifty years, but as the link is broken. Mrs. Mary Ann Lovelace of Philadelphia is visiting her sisters, Mrs. Fellis King and Miss Martha Traynham, 206 nth N Avenue, N. after 19 years absence. She will spend some time with her brother, Benjamin B. Traynham, during her three weeks stay hero. Mr. J. C. Dugger and Madame, spent Thanksgiving with Rev. W. R. Howerton, in Richmond. Rev. Howerton sends greetings to the church at Roanoke. Rev. James S. Haacher, D. D. began his series of sermons from the Book of Exodus Sunday morning. The services were very instructive and helpful. It was a high day spiritually and financially. The offering for the day was $137.73. Mrs. L. A. 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People motored from Radford Pulsak, Marion, Chilhowic and Abingdon Everyone left having spent a pleasant time. Miss Flora Browne who was scabbed by her brother, William is under the care of Dr. Repass; she is doing nicely. Mrs. Mary Martin left last Wednesday for Columbus Ohio her future home. Master R. A. Hebron has been on the sick list. Mr. James Nowlin who has been a resident of Wytheville for fifty-four years, died last Monday and was buried Tuesday; he had been an employee of the Norfolk and Western R. R. for many years. Mrs. Pricilla Allen spent Thursday with her son, Mr. John Allen. Mrs. Florence Woods is very ill with Pneumonia fever. Mr. Robert Stone after a weeks-liness we are glad to say he is out again the firm of Goins and Grubb has dissolved partnership. The firm is own cd by Mrs. Lenora Grubb and at the same place she will be glad to see her many friends also Jitney service com binde. You may call or phone 328- 1 Miss Gladys Galloway is around with her Christmas goods. Be sure to look them over and give her your order. Rev. G. O. Wing. Mrs Anna Carter and Miss Anna Nowlin were guest at Mrs. John Allen's for dinner Sunday. FULTON NOTES We were highly gratified at the splendid attendance in the Mt. Calvary Baptist Sunday School last Sabbath. The School was catechised by Mr. A. D. Daniel and C. B. Jefferson on the power of the early Church, Mr. Frank Ieter, superintendent presiding. 11:30 A. M. our pastor preached an excellent sermon which was great and inspiring in its delivery and construction. Subject: "Christian Activity." 3:30 P. M. Being our Communion service as usual the people had a great time. Those present and who took an active part in the services proved to be giants for the Lord We had present. Rev W. L. Tuck Rev. George Nelson and others of the ministering brethren. Tomorrow at 11:30 A. M. It is the desire of the pastor for every member to be present especially whole families. --- P. S. S. 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Crawling to within a few feet of safety, practically enveloped in smoke and flame and with an inferno roaring behind them, two little colored children became bewildered and plunged into a seething furnace of fire, which partially destroyed a small brick house in the rear of 4 East Main Street yesterday afternoon. Firemen found their bodies burned and charred, huddled together beneath the blackened twisted mass of iron in a corner—the remains of what had once been a bed. P. E. KROUSE GIVES ALARM. On the report of Policeman Waldron it was written that they were Linwood Lee, aged 4 and Irene Lee, 2 years old; the children of Elnora Lee who worked—no one seemed to know just where. It was shortly after 2 o'clock, when P. E. Krouse, next door of Krouse and Co. printers and engravers, was startled to find smoke rolling thickly from the windows of the little brick house the Lee family called home. He cried an alarm of fire, scaled a fence and ran to the doorway of the burning Building A sheet of fire drove him back from the entrance. Then, seemingly through a wall of flame and smoke, crawling slowly came Linwood and his tiny sister. The neighborhood was aroused and people came streaming into the yard. Linwood appeared to have no realization of danger. He even smiled in pathetic innocence. Krouse screamed to him to keep crawling, beckoning frantically in an endeavor to draw the little pair to safety. Linwood stopped. The flames leaped higher, pouring through windows and crackling through the roof. Krouse made one last, desperate attempt to reach the children. Tongues of fire sprang at him. His hair was singed his hands were scorched, his clothing burned for his pains. And Linwood, then whimpering frightenedly covered back from the doorway and dragging his sister with him, bought refuge beneath the iron bed. ORIGIN UNKNOWN Patrolman Charlie Krouse switched in the call for fire apparatus from a street box and the quick response of Companies 4 and 6, and Truck No. 1 held the blaze to the confines of the little brick building. Just how the fire started was not definitely ascertained. It was said that Elmora had left the children in the care of her mother. She went out and the children to find amusement in their own devices probably were attracted by the mystery of the bright fire in a stove. A hot coal perhaps, rolled to the floor and something filmsy turned into flame. Valued in dollars the fire loss was comparatively small. MEN 2PANTS SUITS THE NEW JERSEY OVERCOATS 1975 2475 Every new and wanted fabric is here for your selection. Light, medium and dark shades of tan, brown; grey and oxford—all beautiful plaid back materials. These coats are made up into the smartest styles—including big roomy raglands with belts all around, town ulsters and ulterette models. Sizes for men and young men. 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One try will convince you of the style—careful examination will reveal the quality of the fabric—and the fine tailoring is self-evident at these prices, $19.75 and $24.75 ```markdown ``` FIVE Where Good Clothes and Good Fellows Come Together A HOWARD AND LINCOLN BATTLE TO A TIE IN BIG TURKEY DAY CLASSIC-UNION TRIUMPHS OVER HAMPTON FOR FLAG WILBERFORCE BOWS TO WEST VIRGINIA IN GREATEST BATTLE OF ALL TIME-MOREHOUSE TRAMPLES ALABAMA-STATE SIX es off tackle and trips around the end. All of these plays called for Doneghy. The most powerful man on the field with the heart of a lion and the endurance of his school's mascot the bison, not even Lincoln's strong rush one which outplayed the Howard first-line defense in the second half, cooled withstand the fierce on-slaughts of this super-player. His fame, already established through other games played during the season, bounded and rebounded, and fans even to the most distant place of observation in the park, could distinguish his wonderful work. It was Doneghy's supreme playing that resulted in Howard's lone touchdown. For almost he carried the ball from the 45 yard line over the goal. Play after play he was used. The only other gain was the result of a trick for ward pass to Contee, and Doneghy was on the sending end of that. It took three, four and sometimes five men of the opposition to stop him. BYRD'S GREAT RUN But while Dongeghy's playing was remarkable because of its steadiness, to "Jazz" Byrd, Lincoln's real threat, and the same man, who made undying history for himself in the 1932 classic goes the credit for giving the vast pulsing crowd the real thrills of the game. Hardly had Howard fans got over their hysteria concerning Dongeghy's touchdown, than the two teams tied up. Then this slight-built lad who had been beralded as Lineone's "race" again flashed. Never so brilliantly has any star flashed across the football horizon than did Byrd in his famous run. Receiving the ball from the kick off, and with the Lincoln fans hushed and stunned by the ferocity of Donegay and his mates playing then Byrd paved the way for the evening up score. Donegay made a wonderful kick, the ball travelling clear and high to Lincoln's five yard line. Byrd circled under the ball, received it and as his interference formed swiftly around it,ucked the ball under his arm and started on his historic journey. Fastest man on the field with the speed of a deer, he swept along behind a perfect line of interference for twenty-five yards along the right side of the field. Then suddenly changing his tactics, he pivoted like a flash and struck across the field, with Howard's men hot on his heels. Man after man fell behind in a futile attempt to check his mad dash. With two men between him and the still distant goal-posts he showed as neat a bit of open-field run ning as has been witnessed when he jockeyed Blackmon out of his strid, and then shot past him. None could dispute his advance but Doneghy. And it was this player that finally brought him to earth on Howard's 11-yard line, after a run of 84 yards the most spectacular of the entire game. Lincoln shortly after the beginning of the second quarter, made their toun down. Byrd carrying the ball over Both teams missed their try for extra point. Throughout the post of the game, these two teams battled on almost even terms. Fate itself, in a way, and the breaks of the game, prevented Lincoln from scoring in the first half once again. For as the first half ended Howard was in the shadow of her own goal posts and it seemed that some further scoring was inevitable. But while these two stars took the center of the stage, other men who flashed and shone cannot be forgotten. No one will ever forget the wonderful line-plunging of Captain Johnson Lincoln's '13,' who shot through Howard's time and time again, whirling, fighting and gaining repeatedly. Minus his headgear, and a fighting demon his defensive play alone would rank him with the best. And then there was Lancaster, who repeatedly sifted through the Howard line to throw the runner for a loss, therg was 'Big Boy Morgan, who along with Poindexter and Carter held for Lincoln when things looked dark; there was Crudog whose remarkable toe sent Lincoln out of danger more than once and there was Coston, form er tackle who really showed his All-American class. In fact, Lincoln's elven fought Howard to a stand-alt. And for Howard Doneghy did the real playing. But never could he have accomplished what he did had it not been for his mates. On the defense, however it was 'Bulldog' Williams stood out. Time after time, he broke up Lincoln's trips around his end. Blackman Contee, Peyton and Melton who substituted for Peyton all played a bang-up game and are deserving of credit. Howards rusheline during the early stages of it excelled by their low charging and fierce tackling. The line-up. HOWARD Williams.....L. E....Lancaster Smith.....L. T....Coston Anderson.....L. G....Poindexte Pristeyle.....C....Morgan Kelly.....R. G....Cortez Doakes.....R. T....Jason Long.....R. F....Crudez Blackmon.....O. R....Bryd Doneghey (C.).....L. H....Brown Contee.....R. H. R. Johnson (C) Peyton.....F. B....Lee LINCOLN—0 6 0 0 —6 HOWARD—6 0 0 0 —6 Substitutions: Melton for Peyton Goodman for Lee; Kelly for Bagley; Truelor for Brown UNION WHIPS HAMPTON 7-6. The largest gathering of football enthusiasts that ever witnessed a football game here, faced a steady drizzle of early winter rain and responded to the thrills and enthusiasm of the sport of sports, as the well-trained warriors from Virginia Union University and Hampton Institute battled to a 7-6 score Hovey Field at Ursons campus, on Thanksgiving Day. Richmond's society was out in gala attire and the presence of the ladies beautiful and color-laden added to the brilliancy of the scene. The Harthorn girls were out in a body and aided the Union student body in "pepping" up the steel and red line. Hamton's side of the line was resplendent with blue and white, and her rooters, who were legion never failed to cheer the seasiders on to victory. Many had journeyed from sidewater to Richmond for the classic. Hampton started the first quarter with a dazzling aerial attack and was over for a touchdown in the first few minutes of play. Gunn, Hampton's triple threat ace employed a short, almost lateral pass, just over the line which baffled Union for a time, but later on the game the Union boys devoured 'em as they came over. The sensation of the first half was Boffman's 40 yard dash through Hampton's defense, when he received their kick-off Hank Corrothers flashes of speed saved Union many yards. THE SECOND HALF The third quarter started with Hampton on the big end of a 6-0 score. Coach Martin's boys began the march from behind in a determined fashion. Plunge after plunge went clean through Hampton's defense, Miller, Derrick and Martin coordinating perfectly. Then Martin was in injured and Jimmy Shields kept up theummeling until the ball was on the 1 yard line, where Derrick laid over Fats (tackle) Miller for the touchdown and then kicked goal. Pandemonium reigned. In the fourth quarter Union was never in danger until the last minute of play as Gunn poised on his 30 yard line for a try at goal, only to hear the whistle blast Hampton's hopes and end the game 7-6. Union registered 13 first downs to Hampton's 4, thus proving her superiority. Union is entitled to the C, A. A. 1923 championship, having won all five of her Association games. WILBERFORCE BOWS TO WEST VIRGINIA INSTITUTE 6-3. (Preston News Service) Columbus, Ohio Dec. 5.—In a driving steady cold rain, Neill Park has had its historic lease-ball games that will live in the memory of those who witnessed them. On Turkey Day in the afternoon on a field covered with three inches of slushy and treacherous mud, a football game was played on its famous turf that can be classed among its greatest games. The contesting teams were Wil伯力force University of Wil伯力force Ohio, and West Virginia is collegiate Institute of Institute, Y. Va., in their annual classic. The West Virginia eleven defeated the Ohio team by a score of 6 to 3. The game was one of the hardest fought contests witted in Columbus in years. On account of the inclementy of the weather only 5 000 fans braved the storm to witness the contest and they were well paid for the game was replete with thrilling and spectacular plays from start to finish. This victory made the West Virginia boys the undisputed champions of the Middle West. Although Wil伯力force was beaten the game was practically even, a tie should have been the result, and a tie it nearly was. INSTITUTE PUTS ON NEW WRINKLM West Virginia Institute won by introducing a new formation at the start of the second half. The entire team shifted to one side of the center and the passer threw the ball sideways in stead of between his legs to the man who was to carry it. The play went off tackle and the Wilberforce line played too high to stop it until after the ball was across. Fullback Eaves made the touchdown. WILBERFORCE SCORES FIRST. Captain Hurd of Wilberforce won the toss and from the start it took like either team's game. Wilberforce was the first to score; a place kick by Hurd in the second quarter from the 30-yard line giving the Ohio boys their only score. An exchange of punts had placed Wilberforce in a favorable position of which they took advantage. WEST VIRGINIA INSTITUTE WINS IN THIRD Institute's winning touchdown $n$ cancarly in the third quarter when the Yellow Jacket Mountainers opened up with bewildering shift, plays THE RICHMOND PLANET. RICHMOND. VIRGINIA Yes, the owners of the Mechanics Savings Bank, representing approximately three hundred individuals, the depositors, representing about three thousand, not including the holders of Christmas Savings Club Cards, the white and colored people of this city, who are vitally interested in retaining the confidence of the colored people of this community and the good opinion of the white and colored people of the United States, are waiting. They all want to know the approximate amount of the assets to re-open the Mechanics Savings Bank. The amount is stated in the following extract from the decree signed by the able Judge of the Richmond Chancery Court- But how much more is needed? The Receivers assert that they cannot determine this amount until all the pass-books of the depositors have been turned in and balanced. To meet this condition the depositors, in meeting assembled, by unanimous vote, decided to share in any liability in excess of the amount already ascertained. This relieves the situation and enables the Receivers to strike a balance and submit the same to the Court with such a recommendation as may, in their judgment be fair to the people whom they represent. This then will necessarily end the delay as the Receivers have been unofficially reported to be in favor of re-opening the Bank and willing to do all in their power to help the colored people of this community. The issue is plain. Personal feeling and animosities should not figure in this matter. Let us re-open the Mechanics Savings Bank in order that those depositors who are urgently in need of some of their money may be able to get it and those who wish to deposit their savings may be permitted so to do. The depositors stand pledged not to make any run on the Bank Other issues and conditions can be met as they are presented The primary purpose at this time is to do business again. Let us ascertain the approximate amount of liability, put up the assets necessary and with the aid and support of the good white people and the self-sacrificing colored ones, backed by an abiding faith in the Almighty God, let us re-open the Bank which the Wilberforce boys seemed un able to stop, Cardwell Eaves and Draw ery worked the ball to Wilberforce's o- yard line from where Eaves slid through the mud for the only touchdown of the game. Turner failed at goal. Wilberforce fought vainly and hard to gain her lead but the West Virginia line proved impregnable and the al- ppery ball against which resin seemed ineffective made forward passes dang- erous, although Wilberforce made seve- eral gains by the aerial route. Willet to Springg. Twice the Ohio boys placed the pigskin in position for a field goal, and just as many times as did Hurd miss the goal by only a few inches. Cardwell captain and star half-back for West Virginia, played the game that was expected of him. Despite the heavy, slippery field he made the gains expected of him. He played the game in bang-up style and frequently made gains of 25-yards. In fact it was due largely to his efforts that the Yellow Jackets were placed in position to score. However Cardwell was not alone, for he was ably assisted by Eaves and Drewery in the backfield, and Turner Hodges, Preston and 'And it being represented to the Court that the closing of said bank by the plaintiff was because of the presence in its assets of obligations of the Bonded Realty Company, Inc., amounting to the sum of $83,500.00, which are not secured to the satisfaction of the plaintiff and it being further represented to the Court that there is a reasonable prospect of the defendant being able, within a short time, of satisfying the plaintiff as to said obligations of the Bonded Realty Company. Inc., and as to the entire solvency of said bank, it is further ordered that said receivers be authorized and instructed to report to the Court, at the earliest possible date, together with a statement of the assets and liabilities of said bank, such offers and plans as may be submitted to them by the defendants, or others on its behalf, with a view of satisfying the requirements of the plaintiff and effecting a prompt discharge of said receivers, and the return of the assets of said Mechanics' Savings Bank, of Richmond, Va. to its proper authorities.' Moore on the line. Hurd. Spriggs nd Willett were the backbone of the Wilberforce aggregation. Hurd's punting far excelled that of Turner. Hurd's long kicks for field goal were thrilling, although missed by only a few inches with a wet ball and a treacherous, slippery field, had plenty of carry but were a little wide Ardent football fans declare that these kicks of Hurd's would have made Britton of Illinois envious. WILBERFORCE—3 INSTITUTE—6 Brown . . . L. E. . . Turner Ward . . . L. T. . . Hodges Holmes . . . L. G. . . Moore Bicket . . . C. . . Jones Smith . . . R. G. . . Saunders Edwards . . . R. T. . . Riggs Woolridge . . R. E. . . Preston Hurd . . . L. H. . . Cardwell Spriggs . . . R. H. . . Drewery Sedwich . . Q. B. . . Goug Willett . . F. B. . . Eaves Touchdowns: Eaves 1. Field Goals, Hurd. Substitutions—Wilberforce Huff for Willett Johnson for Hurd; Lewis for Spriggs; Redelen for Sedwick; House for Edwards. Institute—Lowery for Drewery. Officials—Hickman Dop Jison. Referee O'Brien Springfield College. Umpire, Jenkins Akron Professionals Headlinesman. MOREHOUSE TRAMPLES ALABAMA STATE COLLEGE. 25-0 (Pacific News Bureau.) (Bu L. Sister Barnes) Atlanta, Ga. Dec. 4—The Morehouse Tigers, playing a sterling brand of football defeated the Alabama States Yellow Jackets 25-0. State Normal had a better team than the score indicates, but was picted 10 out of 18 pesses, netting 141 yards. State Normal started strong and carried the ball deep into the Tigers territory. An attempted drop-kick on the 12 yard line by the yellow jackets was blocked. Capt. Kelley started the Morehouse offense tearing off 22 yards in two runs. The ball was lost on downs. The Yellow Jackets were held on their 30 yard line and were forced to kick. This time the Morehouse backs piled up an enormous amount of yardage. Starr added 10 around end. Tondey 9 off tackle and 'Chicken' Charlie made a spectacular 25-yard, run dragging three tacklers the last 5 yards. Jordan carried the ball over for the first touch down. The next touch down came in the last second quarter when a 26 yard forward pass was completed from Clark to Archer and Archer raced 25 yards for the touchdown. Coach Harvey sent the second string men in the second quarter. Their offense showed up better than that of the first team, netting 260 yards to the first teams 201 yards. The first touchdown came after a series of forward passed one from Lights to Rodgers netting 10 yards another from Lights adding 10 more, and one from Demon to Rodgers adding 20 yards. Scott carried the ball over for the touchdown from the 4-yard line. The last touchdown came when the second team marched down the field from her 15 yard line. The march was replete with forward passes and long end runs. Lights carried the ball over from the 12-yard line on an end run. Rodgers kicked goal. In the last quarter State Normal tried another drop kick from the 44-yard line. The ball went a few feet wild. The game ended with the ball in REITING. Presenting approximately one and, not including the whole of this city, who are its community and the living. The assets to re-open the act from the decree sign that the closing of the presence in its Company, Inc., are not secured to being further repre-able prospect of the satisfaction of satisfying the ended Realty Company. And bank, it is fur-ized and instructed possible date, together-ities of saidmitted to them by the view of satisfying acting a prompt dis- the assets of said into its proper that they cannot be turned in and bail animous vote, decided as relieves the situation Court with such a record present. Users have been unofficiated their power to help the and animosities should not order that those deposite and those who wish lodged not to make any presented The primary climate amount of liability white people and the God, let us re-open the FIG. approximately three hundred not including the holders of this city, who are vitally intimately and the good opinion is to re-open the Mechanic's decree signed by the a closing of finance in its Inc., secured to other repre-pect of theIFYing the City Company. It is fur-instructed to, together, said them by the satisfying prompt dis-ets of said proper they cannot determine the need in and balanced. To my vote, decided to share in a situation and enables with such a recommendation. be been unofficially reported never to help the colored people should not figure in the those depositors who are to use who wish to deposit the not to make any run on the Bank. The primary purpose at the amount of liability, put up people and the self-sacrifice us re-open the Bank. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. --- HILLS Acts at once Stops Colds in 24 Hours Hill's Cascara Bromide Quinine gives quicker relief than any other cold or la gripe remedy. Tablets disintegrate in 10 seconds. Effectiveness proved in millions of cases. Demand red box bear- ing Mr. Hill's portrait. All druggists— 30 cents. (H-202) CASCARA QUININE W. H. HILL CO. BROMINE. DETROIT, MICH. Morehouse's possession on Normal's 20-yard line. The entire Morehouse backfield starred, all plaping a brilliant offensive game. The stars for State Normal were Morse Underwood and Coolay. MOREHOUSE POSITION S. NORMAL (Continued on Page 8.) For Other Sports See Page 8. very three hundred the holders of are vitally inter- good opinion of the Mechanics igned by the able determine this anced. To meet to share in any and enables the commendation as ally reported to the colored people not figure in this ors who are ur- to deposit their run on the Bank purpose at this ty, put up the self-sacrificing Bank. --- --- THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA SEVER --- A STATEMENT TO THE PUBLIC: We stake forty-five years' reputation for honesty, integrity and honorable action against ten months' aspersions of our enemies and those who desire to profit by the failure of the greatest financial institution of the colored people. Our primary object and desire is to reimburse any of our people who have invested in any enterprise fostered by us We solemnly swear now, as we swore upon the witness stand, that not one dollar of our forty-five years' accumulation has been the result of dishonorable actions or sharp practices. We insist that the money alleged to be missing cannot be traced to us either directly or indirectly and that of all the people involved we are the greatest sufferer, even as our honesty has been our greatest asset. The money belonging to us and to the organizations with which we are affiliated was taken by others or was accredited to other accounts, so that when checks were drawn upon the account there was no money to meet them. There was no other course for us to pursue, other than to assume complete responsibility Our ledger sheets at the Bank had been stolen, removed in order to cover up these peculations and to make us the victim. We had not transferred our property. It was all in our own name and while the liability chargeable to us from this source was approximately ($64,000) Sixty-four Thousand Dollars, we surrendered assets (real estate) which conservatively handled, will bring over ($100,000) One Hundred Thousand Dollars, which is ($36,000) Thirty six Thousand Dollars more than the alleged liability. We have never had charge of a record in the Mechanics Savings Bank in twenty years' service. We could not have made a false entry upon the books of that concern. We had no reason so to do when we had surrendered property with a gross rental of ($11,000) Eleven Thousand Dollars. We have defended colored people, secured their release from jails, penitentiaries and stopped executions upon the gallows. We are now called upon to defend ourselves. Certain it is, that the people whom we have defended will stand by us. As for the better class of Southerners, their testimony in our behalf is an outstanding feature of this crucial period of our existence. We are trusting in God. In the language of Shakespeare, we are saying to our traducers and slanderers- There is no terror, Cassius, in your threats For I am armed so strong in honesty that they pass me by Like the idle wind, that I respect not. A full, free and square vindication is demanded by us and we believe we shall obtain it. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. Richmond, Va., May 9, 1923. --- THE TWO COURSES OPEN ONE TO BE CHOSEN. THE DEPOSITORS ARE ACTING. "I had a personal talk with one of the Receivers and it was a straight talk with him. I asked him the pointed question: If they could pay fifty cents on the dollar, if they retained charge of The Mechanics Savings Bank. He replied to my question, 'No.'"—Extract from Col. C. R. Keiley's remarkable address at Fifth Street Baptist Church, Tuesday night, September 25, 1923. "I want to impress upon you the difference between a live Bank and a dead something. It is up to you to say whether it shall be a scare-crow or a monument. If you don't sign the waiver, you will be a fool. You will be giving up an opportunity to do one of the greatest things to help your own people."—Extract from the great analytical address of Banker James D. Lecky at the Fifth Street Baptist Church, September 25, 1923. EIGHT ADDITIONAL SPORTS (Concluded from Page 6) (Continued From First Page.) Starr ..... L. E. ..... Wallace living ..... L. T. ..... Reeding Turnman ..... L. G. ..... Asgnd Williams ..... C. ..... Campber Howard ..... R. G. ..... Fritz Davis ..... R. T. ..... Hol Archer ..... R. E. ..... Johnson Kelley. (C) ..... Q. B. ..... Morse Tondee ..... R. H. ..... Beloper Clark ..... L. H. ..... Legnet Jordan ..... F. B. ..... Cooley Referee, Anderson; Umpire Arnold Lineman, Wallard. Sub. Morehouse; Dezon, Griggs, Latimer; Franklin; Sigler, Steward, Rogers Lights; Scott Green; Blocker; Roberson; Harrison Sub. for Ala. State Normal—Under- wood, Legner Bailey. Point after touchdown. Rogers 1. Tiger Flowers and George Robinson Battle to a Draw Larry Avera Wins 10-Round Semi- Final From Mike Murphy. Black From Boston Fights Great Scrap Against Local Colored Champion—Irish Benny Gets Technical Knockout in Bout With Sailor—Vision—Preliminaries Lend Color to Good Fight Card. (By Eric Levison.) George Robinson, whose complexion proved to be claro instead of Colorado-maduro, as reported, is returning to Boston and to the prize rings of Massa chusets with the determination that hereafter he will avoid all tigers. By earning a draw decision in his twelve-round battle with Tiger Flowers at the auditorium Tuesday night George surprised himself and the assembled ringworms considerably; for during the first six rounds, the embattled Boston bean found the going hard and heavy with more boxing gloves being thrown in his general direction than he had seen in many days. In his own purliure, where the word of a really good light-heavyweight is believed generally George will tell his friends that; during the early part of this fight in Atlanta, he stood all alons in a battle royal against Tiger Flowers and three other invisible shades, who continued to sock him in his mitt with irritating persistency from bell to bell. But it was anything but a walk away for Tiger, who this morning, is contemplating the wide, wide world through a solitary eye the other having come in forible contact with one of George Robinson's right hooks in the ninth round. Immediately this optic closed for the evening, leaving the Tiger as willing as ever, but slightly discouraged by the necessity of fighting from then on, from one side only. Far from discouraging George how ever, this break of the game evened the disadvantage at which Robinson had been battling—the disadvantage to him of Flowers' southpaw style. And after Tiger's eye had definitely retired from business, the Walk Miller entry had a chance to show the fans that he could take it as well as give it. For take it he did, all through the closing sessions of the battle but countering cleverly, clinching when necessary, and altogether forcing Robinson to do a little better than his best in an attempt to land a hawker. FLOWERS IN EARLY LEAD The draw decision was a good, fair conclusion to a fine battle. If Flowers led all the way from the first to the seventh rounds, piling up trouble for Robinson with rights to the stomach and damaging lefts to the face the Boston chocolate refused to drop and came back strong, taking the last rounds handsily by virtue of a hard, smashing right which traveled about 6 inches before it met the Tiger's head the fact that he fought cannily from the Tiger's blind side, using the Atlas battler's own tactics in rushing him from the bell and giving Flowers no time to set himself for a really damaging punch aimed by his one good eye. The semi-final bout brought into the ring again Larry Avera against one Mike Murphy who showed a decided disinclination to lead into Avera and who forced the Atlantian to do the fighting by a ducking blocking and dancing style which earned him the loud razz from the audience, but demonstrated to the ringsiders that Mr. Murphy knew his business excellently well. In the sixth round of the ten-round Avera managed to clip Murphy solidly, rocking him with a hooked left to the head. Immediately, Murphy covered, dropped into a clinch and hung on long enough to wrestle into the general direction of his corner when the bell rang. Showing a surprising inability to take advantage of the fact that Mr. Murphy was weakening Avers missed a series of rights and lefts to the face in the seventh round which spoke volumes for Larry's inability to time them properly. A straight right followed by a left hook missed Murphy cleanly; followed by two more full shoulder blows, sent hard and straight enough all on the same general plan but which Murphy sideslipped with seemingly little effort. Opening up his defense in the eighth, Murphy socked Avera with a line of long-range jabs, mixed with short uppercut to the solar plexus, and seemed to be coming back strong. The seeming however ended there, for instead of continuing a style evidently little to Larry's liking Murphy began to back and retreat and cover again for no discernible reason having but just completed an attack which had sent Larry straight across the ring under a fusillade of blows that had drawn not a single counter from Avera. The decision went to Avera, surely on the ability he had shown and his willingness to carry the battle to Murphy, Larry's condition too, appeared better than Murphy's and the one thing that appeared troubling the local boy was shooting them too soon and from an angle of his body, in stead of from a straight lead; this fruit leading to the missing of a dozen, punches all of which were labeled dangerous to the general health of Mr. Murphy. The Sailor Vinson-Irish Benay fight ended in the fourth when Vinson's seconds hurled a towel over the ropes. The towel substituting for a sponge, gave Benny a technical K. O. over the Sailor who had no business in the ring, at best. Entering with a piece of gauze plastered over a vaccination sore, the Sail or looked good until the tender place was smashed in an exchange of close-in punches. After that arm was useless ringers yowled at Cy Young to stop the bout. The towel thrown in by the Sailer's seconds saved Young from the necessity of actually deciding to stop it. Young Collins and Reagan battled to a most enthusiastic draw before the semi-finals giving the good-sized crowd a well received entree, which following the soup of the newsboys, preliminary indicated a menu of action. The promise fully borne out was and it is becoming increasingly evident that Walk Miller hasn't been going around looking for soft ones to meet Tiger Flowers, but is really taking them as they come, firm in the belief that the Tiger can fight, considerable truth in the ring axiom and generally confident that there is that the bigger they are the harder they fall And, if George Robinson didn't fall before the Tiger's attack, it means that George is a mighty good battler rather than that the Tiger is slipping. Captain Bill Kalliska yanked 'em apart in the clinches, and the captain's r fereeing was more than ordinarily well received. (The Atlanta Journal.) ALABAMA STATE LOSES TO FLORIDA A, AND M, SCHOOL Tallahassee Fla. Nov. 29.—Playing her annual Turkey Day game on foreign ground here today, Alabama State Normal was defeated by the strong Florida A. and M. College aggregation the count being 6-0. The game was a thriller. The Alabama warriors were dangerous at all times and threatened to score through out the game. However, the Floridian line would not bulge at the needed time. Florida's lone touchdown came as the result of an end run so close to the sidelines that it was questioned as to whether the "Gator" runner had not stepped out of bounds. Captain Ealle Wallace, the star end of the Alabamaians, was knocked early in the game and lost a chance to win more of the laurels which have seen his throughout the season. Alabama's defeat yesterday evened up the count between these two institutions Alabama State having defeated Florida in Montgomery last. Thanksgiving in Montgomery last. Thanksgiving by the decisive score of 14.0. COMMONWEALTH BIG FIVE IS DEFEATED BY ITALIAN CLUB. (Preston Newa Service) New York City. Dec 5.—For the second time this season, the Commonwealth Big Five went down to defeat before the stellar playing of the Italian Catholic Club in one of the fastest and most spectacular games that has been witnessed on the court for many moons, at the Commonwealth Casino. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA THE WAIVER GUARANTEES THE DEPOSITORS FIFTY PER CENT., OR HALF OF THEIR MONEY AND AS MUCH MORE AS SHALL BE REALIZED UPON THE BANK'S PRESENT ASSETS AS A "GOING INSTITUTION." THERE IS NO ROOM FOR DISCUSSION. AS MR. LECKY WELL SAYS, ONE'S OWN SELFISHNESS WOULD DEMAND THE SIGNING OF THE WAIVER. WHILE ONE'S OWN PATRIOTISM WOULD COUNTERSIGN THE ACTION. Successive Stages in the Effort to Vacate the Receivership and to RE-OPEN The Mechanics Savings Bank of Richmond: DEPOSITORS meet in City Auditorium, with Rev. W. T. Johnson, pastor of the First Baptist Church, chairman and pledge support to the Movement, agreeing NOT to DISTURB their DEPOSITS, but to ADD to the MONEY they have THERE. BAPTIST MINISTERS' CONFERENCE Endorses Plan for VACATING the Receivership and appoints a Committee to assist in the Movement. President Evans Payne, D. D., presiding officer with Rev. T. J. J. Mosby, D. D., chairman of committee. HON. OLIVER J. SANDS, President American National Bank. the Only Creditor Outside of Depositors, agrees to GRANT A REASONABLE TIME for the Bank to PAY $26,000.00. WHITE CITIZENS Accept Appointment on an ADVISORY COMMITTEE, with Col. C. R. Keiley, chairman. MEETING OF DEPOSITORS held at the Fifth Street Baptist Church under the direct supervision of the Committee of the Baptist Ministers' Conference of Richmond and Vicinity, with Rev. T. J. J. Mosby presiding. Hon. C. R. Keiley and Banker James D. Lecky deliver addresses. The Meeting ENDORSES PLAN submitted. MAYOR GEORGE AINSLIE sends Letter Expressing His APPROVAL of the EFFORT to SAVE the Colored Depositors' Money. GOVERNOR E. LEE TRINKLE sends Letter to Chairman C. R. Keiley, Expressing the HOPE that the Depositors and the Stockholders of the Mechanics Bank shall be PROTECTED. RECEIVER JOHN RANDOLPH TUCKER and RECEIVER JAMES W. GORDON Express PERSONAL APPROVAL of the FIFTY PER CENT. WAIVER and Request that the Plans be Submitted in writing to be Transmitted to HIS HONOR, WILLIAM A. MONCORE, Judge of the Chancery Court of Richmond. DEPOSITORS NOW RALLYING to Comply with the Terms of the WAIVER under which they will receive 20 Per Cent. in CASH of the Amount Not Waived, said Amount to be PAID AT ONCE when the number who sign, together with the Assets on Hand will WIPE OUT the Alleged Shortage of about Two Hundred Thousand Dollars. ARRANGEMENTS NOW BEING MADE to Handle the STRAND THEATRE Proposition and to BRING REVENUE into the VAULT of the BANK. Sunday night, by the close score of 28-26. Little Georgie Fial was the outstanding star of the Commonwealth gang, making several difficult baskets from mid-court. The game was probably lost by the inability of the Big Five to make foul baskets. They had many opportunities but apparently Sunday night was not their night. TRUE REFORMERS!! IMPORTANT NOTICE! The initial half was a nip-and-tuck affair, with first the Italian Club in the lead and then the Commonwealth boys. Not over three points separated them during the twenty minutes of play, which ended 17 to 18 in favor of the Big Five. Both teams caged many field baskets, but the defense of the Italia club was like a stone wall and they made it their business to keep their eyes on Fial and Jenkins and to say the least, a good job was made of the system they had apparently mapped out. In the preliminary contest the Corsican emerged victorious over the Sid Terris' All-Stars by a score of 44:37. JAMAICA KID LOSES TO ANDERSON IN 12 ROUNDS (Preston News Service) Springfield. Ill. Dec. 6.—Lee Andrae ran on lightweight champion of the world won a 12-round referee's decision on Jamaica Kid Tuesday night. After the first few rounds, there was not a debut that the Kid would be outpointed. Jamaica Kid proved that he was no slouch in the ring, and Anderson was kept on the go to keep from connecting with his powerful swings. The fight refereed by Matt Kinkle was an orderly one and the great crowd was well pleased with the decision. LOENDI FIVE DEFEATS STRONG ATTWA CLUB. Pittsburgh, Pa., Dec. 3.—In one or the most thrilling and exciting games witnessed in Labor Temple for some time the Loendi Five defeated the strong Attawa club by a score of 59 to 46. Although it was the first hard game of the season for Loendi, they had to extend themselves to mid-season form to subdue their opponents. In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers vs. Savings Bank of the Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers. COMMISSIONER'S NOTICE. TO THE DEPOSITORS AND THE INTERESTED IN THE ABOVE Take notice that, under a decree cause, I am authorized to pay a dividend on each $1.00 of deposits), to all of claims may be proven by Pass Books, or indebtedness. Application may be made to me in my office, Room 700, Travelers Building Street, Richmond, Virginia. The money is in bank to the credit proof of the claims of the Depositors. In for examination in order to be verified bank now in my possession. WILLIAM E. CRAWFORD, DEPOSITORS AND THOSE STATED IN THE ABOVE BANK. Notice that, under a decree entered by authorized to pay a dividend of 25% 100 of deposits), to all of said deposit be proven by Pass Books, or legal evi- cation may be made to me in person, at Room 700, Travelers Building, No. 110, Amond, Virginia. money is in bank to the credit of the Co- claims of the Depositors. Pass Books ination in order to be verified by the in my possession. LIAM E. CRAWFORD, Special C AND THOSE ABOVE BANK: a decree entered in the above a dividend of 25% (that is 25c. to all of said depositors, whose Books, or legal evidence of the e to me in person, or by mail to s Building, No. 1108 East Main the credit of the Court, awaiting visitors. Pass Books may be sent be verified by the books of the FORD, Special Commissioner. St. ts. i St. ginia. Take notice that, under a decree entered in the above cause, I am authorized to pay a dividend of 25% (that is 25c. on each $1.00 of deposits), to all of said depositors, whose claims may be proven by Pass Books, or legal evidence of the indebtedness. Application may be made to me in person, or by mail to my office, Room 700, Travelers Building, No. 1108 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia. The money is in bank to the credit of the Court, awaiting proof of the claims of the Depositors. Pass Books may be sent in for examination in order to be verified by the books of the bank now in my possession. Giles B. 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