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This may be our last battle. We believe that it is the beginning of our final triumph. MAY 17,1923 JOHN MITCHELL, JR THE RICHMOND PLANET UNITED STATES SENATE FINALLY CONFIRMS WALTER L. COHEN FOR COMPTROLLER AT NEW ORLEANS AFTER HAVING BEEN REJECTED TWICE, COLORED PORT COMPTROLLER IS ACCEPTED BY THE SENATE ON A 39-38 VOTE. Senator Ransdell "Left at the Post" Ranting Something About, "Making a Negro Customs Controller is Outrageous." VOLUME XLI, NO. 18 UNITED STATES S CONFIRMS WALT COMPTROLLER AFTER HAVING BEEN RE PORT COMPTROLLER SENATE ON A Senator Ransdell "Left at the L "Making a Negro Custom WASHINGTON, March 17.—Walter L. Cohen, who has been a storm centre of Republican politics in Louisiana and has been prominent in controlling Negro delegates to Republican conventions, was confirmed today by the Senate in executive session as Controller of Customs of the Port of New Orleans The vote was 39 to 38. Cohen, who is an educated Negro, but is declared to be offensive to some of the people doing business at the port, had been twice rejected. Extraordinary efforts were made by friends of the Administration to obtain the vote necessary to effect his confirmation. Senator Shipstead, Farmer-Labor of Minnesota, who had previously opposed confirmation, offered the motion to reconsider after a debate of two hours, and Senator McNary of Oregon also switched. Opposition to Cohen's confirmation has been strong among leading Republicans and there has been a campaign against him by the Ku Klux Klan Senators Ransdell and Broussard of Louisiana, and all the Southern Senators, opposed him on account of his color and his reputation politically. In opposing confirmation Senator Ransdell said insistence on the part of the Administration was 'an outrageous proceeding'. While Chico, the Senator declared, could not be elected to office in his own State, he 'was to be put over hundreds of voters and taxpayers not only in Louisiana but in several adjoining States." Cohen has been a frequent caller at the White House. He called there today before the Senate voted on his nomination. With other Negro leaders of the South, he has been a frequent visitor to the office of C. Bascom Slemp, Secretary to the President. Reports of "deals" were current in the Senate before and after Cohen's last rejection and these were said to have influenced finally the repeated but unsuccessful attempt of Senator Moses of New Hampshire and Jones on Washington. Republicans, to make the secret vote public. On every such occasion there was prompt objection from the Democratic side. Members of that party from border States exhibited keen desire to block and motion to lift the rules. The record of the Cohen case is said to be almost "unprecedented" in Senate annals. A recess appointment was given to him on November 4, 1922 and his name was first sent to the Senate by President Harding at the special session which began that month. The session expired without action on the nomination, however, and another recess appointment was given to him. His name was sent in the second time, on December 6, 1922, and rejected on March 1, 1923. Another recess appointment again put him in office and President Coolidge sent the nomination in for the rejected on February 18 by a scant two votes. Cohen then offered to serve without pay, and President Coolidge gave his approval. As a result of today's action, however, he will draw back pay from May 12, 1923, the date of his last recess appointment. S. H. Dudley and his mule were here in the movies this week and they made you laugh, but the Lafayette Players will be here next week to make you both laugh and cry. The Rayo is the place. —Mr. Wilburt B. Lilly, 522 North Fifth Street who has been indisposed for the last ten days with Lumbago is improving. —Mr. George W. Taylor of New York called on us in company with Mr. W. A. Jordan. He was here to attend the funeral of his brother. Mr. Frank Taylor. —Make your engagements now and save enough money out of this week's pay-roll if you wish to see the Lafayette Players at the Rayo Theater next week. NATIONAL BENEFIT LIFE INSUR ANCE CO. RENDERS PROGRAM. AT LEIGH ST. M. E Long before the appointed hour, the Leigh Street M. E. Church was filled to its capacity by the policyholders, prospects and friends of the National Benefit Life Insurance Company to ten to a most interesting programme. Before the conclusion of the exercises, enthusiasm ran high, and many in the audience were heard to express their appreciation for the opportunity of being present. Devotionals by the Pastor; remarks by Mr. C. W. LeGrand, Asst. Mgr. "Evolution of Life Insurance and its Affect in the Community," music by the Agency Club; Mr. L. C. Brown, Manager of the Richmond District held the audience spell-bound by his explanation of the origin of Life Insurance as is interpreted from the 41st chapter of Genesis and its present usages and benefits. Mr. Brown also explained how in many ways the Negro is benefited by their cooperating with our tribes operated and controlled by our groups. "Ave Marie," by Mrs. Irene Stokes, very liberally applauded, "Out of the Depth," by Mr. F. S. Williams (Supervisor of Agencies of West Virginia) was a wonderful treat. The analysis of Maggie and Jiggs, by Miss Ora B. Cogbill was an object lesson to all who heard it; so.0 by Mrs. Effe Brown was a spiritual inspiration. Offertory by Messrs. R. J. Kenny and Mr. S. H. Green. Accompanist, Mrs. Roscoe C. Baker and Mr. George Howell. The local management of the National Benefit Life Insurance Company takes this opportunity to commend its appreciation to all who took a part in the program and to the pastor, officers and members of the Busy Bee Circle and Church, who spared nothing to make the occasion pleasant and enjoyable. Singing by the congregation, dedication by the pastor. Prof. C. L. Win free. Master of Ceremonies. MR LEWIS FRAYSER'S FUNERAL Amid a concourse of sorrowing friends, both white and colored, the funeral of Mr. Lewis M. Frayer, a well known and loyal citizen of Richmond was held in the Ebenezer Baptist Church, Saturday, March 15th, at P. M. As the choir rendered softly and sweetly "Nearer My God To Thee," the remains of Mr. Frayer encased in a Mahogany State Casket with gold trimings were borne into the church by the active pall bearers preceded by the honorary pall bearers heavily laden with floral designs of immense size and beauty; followed by the bereaved widow, children and sorrowing friends of the deceased. Hymn. "Come Ye Disconsolate," was read by Rev. W. T. Johnson, D. D. pastor of the First Baptist Church, after which the scripture lessons, 23rd Psalm, "The Lord is My Shepherd" was read by Rev Dr. Brodie, (white.) A most fervent and touching prayer was offered by Dr. Flannigham, (white.) Mr. Walter White rendered most touchingly, "Lead Kindly Lign. Rev Dr. W. H. Stokes, the esteemed pastor of the church in a few but well chosen words portrayed the life of the deceased most befittingly and commended the bereaved family and friends to Him who in our sad hours of trouble is Our friend. In her usual and unassuming way. Madame Fannie Payne Clarke sang sweetly, "My Days are Gliding Swiftly By." The choir rendered softly, "Abide With Me." The remains were then borne to Evergreen Cemetery where it was placed in a bricked grave. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 1294 WHITE MAN ABANDONS APPEAL FROM LIGHT SENTENCE FOR MURDER OF BOY. On the 27th day of February a jury in the Hustings Court of the City of Richmond heard the evidence for and against Floyd C. Hicks, who stood charged with murder in the first degree for taking the life of a colored boy, nine years of age. They brought in a verdict of guilty and fixed his punishment at 30 days in jail and $250 fine. Commonweath's attorney Dave E. Satterfield fought the case vigorously and His Honor, Judge D. C. Richardson instructed the jury in words so plain that it would seem that they could not find the prisoner guilty of anything other than murder in the second degree. Attorney William F. Denny did all he could in the case, watching every point and pointing out each technicality to the satisfaction of the court, but the jury thought that they knew best and when they brought their verdict in, the court room fel] in silence and waited to see what would be next. It was plainly proven that without provocation on the part of this boy, only nine years of age, that his life was snuffed out by Floyd C. Hicks and then a Virginia jury is allowing him to go practically free. An appeal was noted, by his attorneys, but knowing that their man had no jeps to stand on in a higher court, they have abandoned their appeal and he is now serving his time in the city jail. PYTHIAN ANNIVERSARY NEXT SUNDAY AT FOURTH CHURCH The anniversary exercises of the Knights of Pythias and Courts of Calanthe will take place Sunday afternoon, March 30, 3:30 o'clock at the Fourth Baptist Church. Rev. J. H Binford, D. D. will preach the annual sermon. A fine program has been arranged and members of the Order will assemble at the church. --- —Our good friend, Mr. D. M. Whitfield of Boykins, Va., now of Cleveland Oh.o, sends $2.00 for the Pianet and $1.00 for the Mitchell Relief Fund. He has our heartfelt thanks. “A friend in need is a friend in deed.” An Enterprising Real Estate Firm. The public will be interested to know that Mr. J. D. Archer, the progressive real-estate agent, who has made such a surprising progress in his line during the past three years, has formed a partnership with the well-known hotel proprietor, Mr. Wm. Miller and offices have been opened in the store formerly occupied by Miller's Pharmacy, South-east corner of Second and Leigh Streets. The service is strictly up-to-date. Rents are collected, loans negotiated and property bought and sold. The windows with a northern and western exposure have been lettered with fine goldleaf and may be seen many blocks away. The firm reports a substantial increase in business ready and the site now occupied is admirably suited for this purpose. The firm is prepared to give advice on matters affecting real estate and rents and will take pleasure in seek new locations for responsible parties. Call and see them and be happy and you will make them happy. AFFAS ROBINSON GIVEN LIFE TERM FOR KILLING FATHER. Alfred Robinson. 17-year-old colored boy, was sentenced to life imprisonment Monday in Hustings Court to the murder of his father. Hiram at their home on King street early last month. The young boy pleaded guilty to the charge of murder in the first degree. Young Robinson's mother, who was witness was called to the stair by the court. In spite of the natural emotion, she told Judge Richardson how her band had undertaken to upbraid the son for keeping late hours at night. The boy, she said between sobs, piped out without a word a revolver and killed his father. The mother later fainted and had to be carried out of the court, on the pronouncing of the sentence by Judge Richardson. In sentencing the boy, Judge Richardson said only the extreme youth of the lad prevented him from receiving a sentence of capital punishment. He went on to say that a deplorable state of affairs existed in this country, due mainly to the free use of firearms allowed by law. "There are more murder cases in this court in one year than in the whole of England," he declared and added that this unfortunate case should be an example to the public. REV. W. B, REED PREACHES ON A NAME OF NAMES Philadelphia Divine Preaches to Big Audience at Fifth Street—Christ Contrasted with World Leaders. The Fifth Street Baptist Church was crowded last Sunday morning, even the galleries being occupied, when Rev W. B. Weed, D. D., the brilliant Philadelphia divine appeared to deliver a sermon, the subject of which was, Name is Heaven." Just where Choi Leader Matthew Matthes got that large aggregation of singers to take part in the musical exercises is not known He had to vacate the choir gallery and secure a reservation on the left-hand side of the pulpit in the news. Rev T. J. King, D. D., read Isaiah 55th chapter and Rev J. H. Burnham offered prayer. TWENTY CONVERSIONS. "I. Need Thee Every Hour," was sung. It was announced that there had been twenty conversions in the Sunday School that morning. "Come trembling sinner, within whose breast a thousand thoughts resolve, was sung. It was after this that the stately form of Rev. Dr. W. B. Reed appeared at the rostrum and he gave out two texts: Luke 1:31. Thou shalt call His name, Jesus." Phil. 2:9. "And given Him a name, which is above every name." MANY DECLARATIONS. "There were many declarations made,' said Dr. Reed, 'by the prophesies at different ages, concerning the powers of darkness. That a glimpse of the Master, then coming Messiah was shown to men and it had been on record for thousands of years that at some time during some generation, the promised seed of the woman, who would bruise the serpent's head would appear in the world. Every generation of people, who believed in God have been looking for the coming of the Messiah. THE WORLD'S GREATEST EVENT "For that reason, the promise was like our saying, we are growing in grace, for the nearer they got to the time that the Messiah would come, the plainer were the statements touching that fact, and more frequently lid (Continued on Page 4) 10 THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMAN REV. DR. W. B. REED, of Philadelphia, Pa RICHMOND'S FAVORITE EVANGELIST IS HERE. THE REV. DR. W. H. SKIPWITH. Rev. Skipwith Conducting Revival at Second Baptist Church. Rev W. H. Skipwith, the noted evangelist has been conducting a most successful revival this week at the Second Baptist Church, Rev. Z. D. Lewl, D. D. pastor and the services will continue next week. Rev. Dr. Skipwith has just returned from a whirlwind tour as far West as California. He was a leading character at the sessions of the National Baptist Convention, Rev. Dr. L. K. Williams, President and his song services stirred that great national body in a manner that was astonishing. He returned East by slow stages and conducted meetings in many cities of the West and East. He finally returned to his home city and is now under an engagement with the Second Baptist Church, where hundreds are crowding the edifice to hear his great utterances upon the Scriptures. He brings with him information of a most interesting character. The public is invited to hear him during the remaining days of his services here. A Unique Suggestion A leading State official made a unique suggestion. in a conversation concerning the location of the Wilson Memorial. His idea was to locate it on the site of the Old Bell Tower at Frank fin and Ninth streets and to extend Monument Avenue to that point. It would take some time to accomplish this, he said, but the improvement would be of such a kind and character as to justify the expense and the delay. THE WORLD'S FIRST WORLD WAR --- THE VIRGIN ISLANDS COMMISSION FILES ITS OFFICIAL REPORT ON ECONOMIC CONDITIONS IN INDIES SAYS POPULATION IS CLEAN, BRIGHT, HONEST, INTELLIGENT, GENIAL, BUT THAT ECONOMIC CONDITIONS CAUSE UNEMPLOYMENT. 24,000 of the 28,000 Inhabitants are Colored, 98 Per Cent, of Whom Can Read and Write—Recommendatinos Made. MONDAY LIVE-WIRE PROGRAM AT MINISTERS' CONFERENCE. Meeting Regularly at the Ebenezer Baptist Church. The Baptist Ministers Conference of Richmond and, Vicinity, for the last two weeks, has enjoyed rare treats with some of the most interesting addresses and papers in the history of the organization. A week ago the Conference convened Doctor Evans Payne the venerable pastor of the historic Fourth Baptist Church, presiding, announced the order of the day. The Rev. John W. Fountain, the newly elected pastor or the First Union Baptist Church, came to the fore and read a most helpful essay, subject: 'The Constitution of a Council.' In the discussion it was brought out that because the Baptist Guide says send pastor and two brothers, that did not make the "brothers" the responsible equals with the pastors in the Councils. The Brothers are sent along, it was agreed, merely to consent and be witnesses to what the elders advised and instructed and that a Council without a pastor is void. Last Monday, the Rev. L. C. Garland pastor of the Union Baptist Church of South Richmond, delivered one of the most carefully prepared and comprehensive papers, subject: "The Comity of the Baptist Churches," ever listened to by the members of the Conference. Next Monday, March 24th, the Rev. W. H. Skipwith, noted evangelist, will deliver one of his great Gospel sermons. It is expected that the public and members will attend in large numbers. The following Monday, March 31st, at Ebenezer Baptist Church the Doctor W. F. Williams, celebrated pastor or the Queen Street Baptist Church of Norfolk, and President of the Baptist General Association of Virginia, will address the Conference on his "Trip to Europe" and the Holy Lands." FAMOUS DRAMATIC COMPANY IN TOWN. The Lafayette Players, the leading group of Colored Dramatic Artists in America, direct from long runs in New York and Philadelphia, will hold the boards at the Popular RAYO Theatre next week, March 24th to 29th. This company is headed by Ida Anderson and Wm. Townsend, Leading Man and Leading Lady and includes all the members of the original cast, such as Hayes Pryor, Kate Shipley, Grace Trent, Hilda Thompson, Rupert Marks Louis Taylor and others. Regular RAYO prices will prevail, so that one can see a $1.50 show for 15-25 and 35 cents. The management of the RAYO certainly deserves a vote of thanks for bringing such excellent attractions to Richmond and to the RAYO at such bargain prices. The Lafayette Players will appear twice daily, at 3 and 8:30 and the regu'ar Feature Pictures will be shown in addition; show starts at 3 P. M. and 7 P. M. and with all the specials that Manager Droste is giving such as, free Groceries, free Candy, Souvenirs, free Chickens, etc. You always get a full dollars worth for 35 Cents at the RAYO. --- —"Pop" Malloy and Mr. and Mrs. Stevenson and Mr. and Mrs. Singleton are about to close their very successful engagement at the Rayo Theatre. The "whirwind" close has made many friends for them and the management. —Mrs. J. J. Broadard of Tuckahoe. N. Y. sister of Mrs. John T. Taylor, made a flying trip to the city this week. She came to see her brother. Mr. William H. Cox, who continues slick at his home at Fife, Va. DS COMMISSION SCIAL REPORT ON CONDITIONS IN INDIES CLEAN, BRIGHT, HONEST, BUT THAT ECONOMIC THE UNEMPLOYMENT. ents are Colored, 98 Per Cent, of state—Recommendatinos Made. Report of Federal Commission to the Virgin Islands, Consisting of George H. Woodson, Iowa; Cornelius R. Richardson. Indiana; Charles E. Mitchell, West Virginia; W. H. C. Brown, Virginia; Jefferson S. Coage, Delaware. Summary of Findings and Recommen dations Submitted to Hon. James. J. Davis, Secretary of Labor. 1. Location—40 miles East of Porto Rica; 1440 South of New York City; 1025 Northwest of Panama Canal. Area of three largest, inhabited islands 132 square miles. Population—26,000 (Colored, 24,100; White, 1,900;) density 200 square mile. 2. Education, compulsory between 7 and 13. Attendance, average, 3,000 or over 98 per cent. of possible attendance. Literacy less than 2 per cent. Language is English. 3. Water supply, depends on rain fall caught in cisterns. 4. General Health, compares favorably with Southern States, rural districts. No epidemics. Birth rate 32 per thousand. Death rate 25 1-2 per thousand. 5. Climatic Conditions, with a minimum of 65 degrees and maximum 92 degrees, insure low cost of living in way of clothing, housing, and food fat. Trade winds prevail. (Continued on Page 5) —He fell into a mud-hole head foremost and he was a sight, but he had money enough to see the Lafayette Players next week and he didn't mind it. The Ravo Theatre is the place. --- —Mr. William Jackson of 300 E. Clay street is an expert violinist. His Madame is an accomplished singer and handles the keys of a piano with ease. They are conducting a cafeteria at the address specified. Dr Frayser Here. Dr. W. Neule Frayer, who is located in the Pythian Building at Macon, Ga., was called hurriedly to the city on account of the death of his father, Mr. Lewis C. Frayer. He was the picture of health and reports, great success in his chosen field of professional labor at Macon. He spent the week here visiting friends and relatives. A Birthday Party. On last Tuesday eve, March 18th, Mrs. Sophia Lemus who after spending most pleasant evening with her little grandson, Master Walker Quarles, returned home to find the parlors of her home, 741 N. Fifth St., brilliantly lighted and with a merry bunch of relatives and friends to greet her on her birthday. On entering the parlor she was for a few moments speechless as she was unaware of any thing leading up to the occasion. The surprise was given by her three children, Mrs. Mary Johnson Maggie Johnson, and Mr. Walker Quarles, Sr. The evening was spent in a lively chat and laughter after which a menu consisting of chicken salad on lettuce, tomatoes with dressing, ham sandwiches, pickles, hot chocolate, mints ice cream and cakes were served. The cake which represented the birthday was brilliantly lighted with pink candles, "How Many"— Mrs. Lemus was the recipient of many beautiful presents, also a handsome purse. Mr. J. P. Hubbard of Lynchburg, Va., was in the city this week attending the meeting of the Board of Directors of the Good Samaritans. Among our 19 lighthouse keepers are two females. There are 30,233 colored porters on the steam railroads. We have 608 photographers, 101 of whom are females. The per capita consumption of meat is about 151 pounds. Numbered among our group of producers are 504 flour and grain mill owners. Included in the 7,511 colored restaurant, COLORFUL NEWS "MOVIES" 1—"LI'L OL' NEW YORK." in canting a swan song for Little City human consistency the learned editor broad-minded stranger, their conceit their provincialism are disgusting. New York Negroes are talking and town Negroes in Louisville, etc., are iterator spends a tragic moment in his na“principal occupation of New York New York City and themselves. If the opinion sought to be moulded so contrary to the truth, we would defense of the “bumptious” New York if crushed to earth, will rise again; and to resurrect that virtue—for we were York, and we love her history, her her inhabitants. The population of New York Negro from Kentucky or elsewhere) increased 1920-1923, according to the U. 152,467 to 183,248—a tremendous to 1920, the Negro population in 152,469. We mention these increases must have been something worthwhile to make “MY PEOPLE” ventured. Paradoxical as it may seem, we find of the facts, that 11.88 per cent. of New York payrolls during one year“small towns” of the South. (We was among the contributors.) We New York’s Negro population is 3 with 18.9 per cent. for Louisville. population of New York City is en occupations than in any other city in instance, we find that one of the two systems of New York employs dozo workers in virtually every occupational offices. We find Negro boys and girls from schools, public and private, second States. We find a charity system of benefits to the poor and needy on an and nondiscrimination. We find that the civil services of New York City Negroes, as experts and professional able with that of the majority of city population. We find the health of York second to none in the United economic acquisitions of New York percentage, rapidly overtaking those other city. We could go on to cite comparison its contemporaries, but we must close would, however, leave this thought A LOUISVILLE (KY.) EDITOR seems to find solace in canting a swan song for Little Old New York, of whose human consistency the learned editor says: "To the intelligent, broad-minded stranger, their conceit, their bumptiousness, and their provincialism are disgusting. While the self-centered New York Negroes are talking and putting on airs, the small town Negroes in Louisville, etc., are doing things." The editor spends a tragic moment in his narrative by adding that the "principal occupation of New York Negroes is talking about New York City and themselves. If the opinion sought to be moulded by this editor were not so contrary to the truth, we would not pause to rise to the defense of the "bumptious" New York Negroes; but Truth, if crushed to earth, will rise again; and here is a mild attempt to resurrect that virtue—for we were born in Little Old New York, and we love her history, her fancies, her customs, and her inhabitants. The population of New York Negroes, (whether they came from Kentucky or elsewhere) increased, during the period 1920-1923, according to the U. S. Census figures, from 152,467 to 183,248—a tremendous increase. From 1910 to 1920, the Negro population increased from 91,709 to 152,469. We mention these increases to show that there must have been something worthwhile in Little Old New York to make "MY PEOPLE" venture to that "conceited" city. Paradoxical as it may seem, we find, upon a close scrutiny of the facts, that 11.88 per cent. of the Negro employees in New York payrolls during one year (1923) came from the "small towns" of the South. (We suspect that Louisville was among the contributors.) We find that illiteracy among New York's Negro population is 3.6 per cent. as compared with 18.9 per cent. for Louisville. We find that the Negro population of New York City is engaged in more diversified occupations than in any other city in the United States. For instance, we find that one of the two large interurban railway systems of New York employs dozens and dozens of Negro workers in virtually every occupation save in the executive offices. We find Negro boys and girls graduating, with honors, from schools, public and private, second to none in the United States. We find a charity system in New York dispensing benefits to the poor and needy on an absolute scale of justice and nondiscrimination. We find the postal, the health, and the civil services of New York City offering opportunities to Negroes, as experts and professionals, in a manner incomparable with that of the majority of cities having a large Negro population. We find the health of the Negro child of New York second to none in the United States. We find that economic acquisitions of New York Negroes are, in point of percentage, rapidly overtaking those of the Negroes of any other city. We could go on to cite comparisons of New York City and its contemporaries, but we must close for lack of space. We would, however, leave this thought with the Kentucky editor: --- TWO FIRE DESTROYS APARTMENT HOUSE IN DUQUESNE, PA (Preston News Service.) Duquesne, Pa., March 14.—Cut off by flames which filled the halls and stairways 13 persons were rescued from windows and the roof of a three-story frame apartment house here early last Tuesday morning. Three families were made homeless. The building was completely destroyed, the loss being estimated at $20,000. THE RESCUED Benjamin Morgan, his wife and four children, occupants of the second floor apartment. James Morgan, his wife and four children, occupants of the third floor apartment. Mrs. Lena Washington and her four-year-old daughter, Alice; also occupants of the third floor, were rescued from the roof of the building where they had climbed to escape the scorching flames. The fire is said to have broken out in the hallway of the building on the first floor, which is used as a sales room. When the tenants of the upper floors were aroused the flames had gained such headway that their escape was cut off and all ran to windows. A watchman in a nearby building turned in an alarm and when the fire depart By "THE CAMERAMAN." 2—MR. FOSTER'S "NEGRO INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION" (Preston News Service) EDITOR seems to find solace in Little Old New York, of whose editor says: "To the intelligent, conceit, their bumptiousness, and gusting. While the self-centered and putting on airs, the small state, are doing things." The eden his narrative by adding that the New York Negroes is talking about loves, moulded by this editor were not would not pause to rise to the New York Negroes; but Truth, again; and here is a mild attempt we were born in Little Old New Jersey, her fancies, her customs, and New York Negroes, (whether they came late) increased, during the period the U. S. Census figures, from tremendous increase. From 1910 station increased from 91,709 to increase increases to show that there northwhile in Little Old New York adventure to that "conceited" city, we find, upon a close scrutiny cent. of the Negro employees in one year (1923) came from the. (We suspect that Louisville) We find that illiteracy among nation is 3.6 per cent. as compared Louisville. We find that the Negro city is engaged in more diversified city in the United States. For the two large interurban railway boys dozens and dozens of Negro occupation save in the executive girls graduating, with honors, state, second to none in the United system in New York dispensing only on an absolute scale of justice find the postal, the health, and New York City offering opportunities to professionals, in a manner incomparably of cities having a large Negro health of the Negro child of New United States. We find that New York Negroes are, in point of being those of the Negroes of any comparisons of New York City and must close for lack of space. We sought with the Kentucky editor: is to find solace York, of whose to the intelligent, aptitudeousness, and self-centered airs, the smallags." The ed-adding that the is talking about editor were not to rise to the times; but Truth, a mild attempt little Old New for customs, and rather they came using the period figures, from From 1910 from 91,709 to know that there Old New York conceived" city, a close scrutiny to employees in came from the that Louisville literacy among as compared that the Negro more diversified Old States. For urban railway citizens of Negro the executive, with honors, in the United York dispensing scale of justice the health, and opportunities to inner incompara- large Negro child of New We find that are, in point of degroes of any York City and of space. We Kentucky editor: The "color While faint in s ville to New Y not be territorial the same in L cumscribe the e this off with un one may be in and if you are a make much dif service doesn't o a devil of a d whether they be this great school learn—from Be NOW THAT journed, there's the BRETHR N"NEGRO IND provided for in sentatives. The budget of $200 Chairman and S that at least three bers of the Negro the United States residue of the S gators, attorney, incidental exper stipulated. Political glac Commission on point. Some o are to be Negro will be white, one. Others r members it does not be Negroes, the ranks of the partisan" plan o difficult to surm make it necessary ranks of unadul- At any rate, to the BRETH acted there'll be this way we cov of political mat occupancy of a mission. Won District, or Be Chicago and M ment arrived a few minutes later the entire building was enveloped in flames. The members of the two Morgan families were standing at the windows screaming for help. Mrs. Washington had lifted her daughter from the window to the cornice and in a manner that mystified the firemen, climbed to the roof herself. BODY OF BENJAMIN STEVENSON FOUND IN MUD HOLE. Little Rock Ark. March—The body of Benjamin Stevenson, aged 40 years, was found in a pool of mud and water on the roadside at "DarkHollow," three miles northeast of her last Wednesday morning. Clinton Flowers found the body and notified Dr. Lamb, coroner, who viewed the body and said that pneumonia was the cause of Stevenson's death. According to the story told by Flowers, who lives near where Stevenson met his death, Stevenson's wagon, loaded with wood, became stuck in the mud while he was driving home. Late Monday Stevenson said to have been under the influence of liquor, refused to leave the wagon and go home. Flowers unhitched the horses and took them home leaving Stevenson with the wagon. He found him dead when he returned the next morning. Stevenson is survived by a wife and 11 children. --- --- SHORT CUTS cafe, and lunch room keepers are 3,455 women. Starting with a capital stock of $2,800, several prominent colored men of Atchison, Kansas have organized a broom factory. One of the boasts of the citizens of Boley, Oklahoma is that their city is the largest Negro municipality in the World. According to the "Broad Axe," the Johnson-for-President colored troops on the "Ivory Coast" are under the leadership of Col. James T. Brewington, Jr., The "color line" is not measured. While faint in spots, it runs the gamutville to New York—and then some, not be territorially limited; the print the same in Louisville as in New York cumscribe the efforts of all Negroes this off with unity. Let knocking go one may be in Louisville today and if you are suffering with the age make much difference what town you service doesn't care where it builds it a devil of a difference what kind whether they be stained glass or as this great school of life, at some time learn—from Bethlehem to Calvary. NOW THAT THE Virgin Island journed, there's a psychological expire the BRETHREN with regard to "NEGRO INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION provided for in a bill (H. R. 3228) sentatives. The proposed legislative budget of $200,000 and a yearly Chairman and $5,000 for his four acts that at least three members of the Cobers of the Negro race, to be appointe the United States, who shall hold off residue of the $200,000 budget is a gators, attorneys, and assistants, and incidental expenses. A "nonpartisan" stipulated. Political gladiators who, a few years Commission on Negro affairs, are in point. Some of them say that inae are to be Negroes, it is to be assume will be white, and that, therefore, to one. Others reason that while the members it does not follow necessarily not be Negroes, and that, hence, five, the ranks of the BRETHREN could partisan" plan of the personnel is said difficult to surmount. Some one said make it necessary to procure candidate ranks of unadulterated Christian Scie. At any rate, the $200,000 budget to the BRETHREN, and should they acted there'll be an involuntary San this way we could get a line on those of political matters and would suppla occupancy of a "nonpartisan" membership. Wonder what they'd do District, or Beale Street in the urban Chicago and Memphis, respectively. The "color line" is not measured in metes and bounds. While faint in spots, it runs the gamut of prejudice from Louisville to New York, and then some. The Negroes' ills cannot be territorially limited; the principles involving them are the same in Louisville as in New York. Let harmony circumscribe the efforts of all Negroes everywhere, and garnish this off with unity. Let knocking give way to boosting, for one may be in Louisville today and in New York tomorrow; and if you are suffering with the ague or the fever it doesn't make much difference what town you "kick off" in. Real service doesn't care where it builds its house, but it does make a devil of a difference what kind of windows are put in, whether they be stained glass or as clear as crystal—and in this great school of life, at some time we all teach and we all learn—from Bethlehem to Calvary. NOW THAT THE Virgin Islands Commission has adjourned, there's a psychological expectancy in the minds of the BRETHREN with regard to Representative Foster's "NEGRO INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION," which is duly provided for in a bill (H. R. 3228) in the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation anticipates an annual budget of $200,000 and a yearly salary of $7,000 for the Chairman and $5,000 for his four associates. The bill states that at least three members of the Commission shall "be members of the Negro race, to be appointed by the President of the United States, who shall hold office for four years." The residue of the $200,000 budget is for clerks, agents, investigators, attorneys, and assistants, and their traveling and other incidental expenses. A "nonpartisan" membership is also stimulated. Political gladiators who, a few years ago, were leery of a Commission on Negro affairs, are inclined to change their viewpoint. Some of them say that inasmuch as three members are to be Negroes, it is to be assumed that the remaining two will be white, and that, therefore, the plan must be a good one. Others reason that while there must be three Negro members it does not follow necessarily that the other two shall not be Negroes, and that, hence, five good men and true, from the ranks of the BRETHREN could be chosen. The "non-partisan" plan of the personnel is said to be a stumbling block difficult to surmount. Some one said that this proviso would make it necessary to procure candidates solely from among the ranks of unadulterated Christian Scientists. At any rate, the $200,000 budget looks mighty attractive to the BRETHREN, and should the legislation become enacted there'll be an involuntary Sanhedrin of applicants. In this way we could get a line on those who have grown weary of political matters and would supplant them with the peaceful occupancy of a "nonpartisan" membership on a mighty commission. Wonder what they'd do to Harlem, the Calumet District, or Beale Street in the urban centers of New York, Chicago and Memphis, respectively? DOZEN VIOLENT DEATHS IN TEN DAYS IN BIRMINGHAM. (Preston News Service) Birmingham, Ala., March. —The death of Frank Robinson last Tuesday brought the total number of Negro deaths from violence to 12 for the pass ten days, when he died at the Hillman hospital from a gun shot wound said to have been inflicted February 16 by William Howard during a quarrel. FINED $100 ON CHARGE HE WON BOYS' PENNIES. (Preston News Service) Washington, D. C., March 1.—James T. Martin, janitor of the Stag Hotel, was convicted of gaming last Thursday in the U. S. Branch of the polite court and sentenced to a fine of $100 or 90 days in jail. It was testified Martin made a practice of engaging boys and telegraph boys in crap games and winning their pennies. Six boys between the ages of 11 and 17 years old were produced as witnesses. Their thorough knowledge of the game and the frankness of their testimony was as amusing as it was pathetic. Martin denied the charges until the end. THE RIGHMOND PLANET, RIGHMOND, VIRGINIA --- of Chicago. Xenia, Ohio preaching a fire" and it gation is w here is a pr tlement of Colorado no one of the L in the United on. John H. the Legislat ington, is N" In Xenia, Ohio, one of the ministers is preaching a series of sermons on "hellfire" and it is reported that the congregation is warming up. There is a prosperous and growing settlement of colored farmers located in Colorado near Dearfield, Weld County, one of the leading agricultural counties in the United States. Hon. John H. Ryan, a colored member of the Legislature in the State of Washington, is being urged to become a om- met work. CITY COMMISSIONERS VOTE AGAINST KU KLUX KLAN Lexington, Ky., March 1.—City Commissioners passed an ordinance 10. bidding the wearing of masks, disguises or regalia by any person on the streets or in public places of the city. Another measure passed prohibits use of the city streets for parades with out orders from the Mayor. All of this it is thought, will make for good government, the opinion of the Ku Klux Klan to the contrary notwithstanding one of the city commissioners said. WHITE MAN WHO ROBBED AGED COLORED MAN CONVICTED. WHITE MAN WHO ROBBED AGED COLORED MAN CONVICTED. (Preston News Service) Columbus, Ohio, March.—A verdict of guilty was returned by a jury in common pleas court. Tuesday afternoon against John Wilson (white) charged with robbing Alfred Murphy, an 83-year old colored man of $412. It was charged that Wilson forced his way into the Murphy home, claiming to be a prohibition agent, and then proceeded to relieve his aged victim of the savings of a life time. Harley Wilson a foster son of the convicted man, will be tried on the same charge some time next week, court officials said. --- ```markdown ``` (Preston News Service) WILL REPORT A BILL TO FREE THE FILIPINOES. House Committee by Its Action Makes Independence a Congress Issue. Secretary Thinks It Is Directed Against Retailers, of Whom Few are Americans. Washington, D. C., March 3.—The question of granting independence to the Philippine Islands will be brought squarely before Congress possibly at the present session by the action of the House Committee on Insular Affairs today in agreeing to report a bill providing for independence. The vote on the motion was 11 to 5. A subcommittee will draft the bill to be presented to the House by the Committee on Insular Affairs. Representative Louis W. Fairfield of Indiana, Chairman of the Committee explained that today's action was due to a desire to give the House an opportunity of passing on the question of Philippine independence. Several committeemen who had voted to report the bill, he said, were influenced by this desire, although they had indicated that they were opposed to granting in dependence at this time. The subcommittee will use an inde pendence measure offered by Repres entative Cooper of Wisconsin as a basis for drafting the bill. Sentiment in the committee favors incorporating in the bill provisions to guarantee the payment of bonds issued by the Philippine Government. A provision giving the United States the right to a naval base in the Philippines after independence is granted is favored by the members of the committee. The Filipino advocates of independence have frequently expressed their willingness to permit the United States to maintain both military and naval bases and to have other privileges. The protection afforded by such bases would be welcomed by the Filipinos. The announcement of the Philippine Press Bureau in Washington that a boycott of American products and American newspapers in the Philippines had been undertaken by the Philippine people as a protest against the action of the new Insular Auditor. In stopping the payments from the Philippine Independence Fund for propaganda work in America has not perturbed Government officials, if one may judge by the comment of Secretary Weks, under whose department Philippine affairs are administered. Mr. Weeks said today that his understanding was that the boycott against American products was aimed at Ameri can retailers in the islands. He told of a conversation today with an American engaged in the retail business in Manila who had expressed the opinion that the boycott would amount to little since the retail business of the Philippines was largely in the hands of English, Spanish and Chinese. Secretary Weeks said he thought, from information he had received, that very little money would be obtained from the popular subscription started to raise funds to take the place of those tied up by the action of the Insular Auditor. In answer to a question Secretary Weeks said that he had not received any intimation that* Governor General Wood desired to return to the United States even temporarily. The Philippine Press Bureau in Warning don't take the wrong package! When you ask for Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener Preparations—be sure you get them. Don't let the clerk hand you the wrong package. Hundreds of people have been deceived—just because they failed to say Dr. FRED Palmer's. The original Dr. FRED Palmer's Skin Whitener Preparations have proven their merit and when you buy them, you know you are getting the best. Insist on Dr. FRED Palmer's Skin Whitener Preparations...AND TAKE NO SUBSTITUTE. Get Dr. FRED Palmer's Skin Whitener Preparations from your druggist. Ask for and get Dr. Fred Palmer's SKIN WHITENER PREPARATIONS Dr. Fred Palmer's Laboratories, Atlanta, Ga. Please send me samples of your preparations. I am enclosing 4c for postage and wrapping. Name Address candidate for the State Senate on the Farmer-Labor ticket. Henry Blair was the first colored man to receive a patent on an invention. Ih 1834 and 1836 he was granted a patent on a corn harvester. Now that the undertakers have decided to take the gloom out of funerals by disguising their hearses, they should take steps to dispel the gloom that follows the presentation of their exorbitant bills. Washington an adjunct of the Independence Commission, today gave out for publication the text of a cable dispatch from Manila describing a mass meeting held there to protest against the action of the Auditor and to call for subscriptions to an independence fund Manuel L. Quezon President of the Philippine Senate, was quoted as saying at the meeting that he would like to have all Filipino political parties formed into one, "as against the Amercian can imperialists who, after enriching themselves in the islands, lose their real Americanism." Senator Osmena, one of the foremost Filipino politicians and former Speaker of the House of Representatives was quoted as alleging that the 1,000,000 peso-independence fund appropriated annually out of the Insular Treasury had existed for four years and had been sanctioned by Congress and by President Wilson and Harding and even by Governor General Wood who had drawn from it 'for certain expenses." --- HOWARD UNIVERSITY AGAIN CUT OFF BY SENATE COMMITTEE (Preston News Service.) [Preston News Service] Washington, D.C. March 14.—De spite efforts of Senators, friendly to ward Howard University and Negro University, their fight to secure nine million dollars for the erection of additional Medical School facilities as the University, the amendments to the Interior Department appropriations for Howard were again stricken out in committee conference last Friday morning SCHOOL AUTHORITIES BLAMED According to persons in the "know," it will be a long time, if ever, before Howard University will receive the amount needed to enlarge the school of medicine at the university. It is said that the apparent lack of unity among officials of the university has greatly embarrassed Dr. Hubert Work, Secretary of the Department of the Interior for he made a strong recommendation for the additional appropriation for the school, and to Senators of the committee who have fought for the measure. Some of the alumni, undergraduates and friends of the school blame Dean Kelly Miller, others blame President Durke and still others claim that both Miller and Durke are culpable and are largely responsible for Howard's failure to secure the much needed appropriations for the enlargement of the medical school. ADMITS ROBBING LANDLORD Columbus, Ohio. March 1.—Walter B. Mays, who has been stealing clothes from his landlord for several months, entered a plea of guilty in Police Court Wednesday to the charges of petit larceny and vagrancy and was given a sentence totaling 60 days in the workhouse and a fine of $250 and costs. Reliable, Hustling For this Disc trict Wanted Salesmanager Solid Real Proposition, Space on Whole Targer missions, Reference Required. M Experience, if any. 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Boston, Mass., March 8.—After issuing a "Call to the Race" to observe March 8th as Citizenship Foundation Day, for Crispus Attucks as the first martyr for American independence and liberty, the National Headquarters of the National Equal Rights League certainly practised its own preaching on Wednesday in Boston. For on that day the great Merchants National Bank on State Street opposite the wheel in the Obblestones marking the spot where Attucks fell hung out its big U. S. flag. On the electric bush there the Boston Branch hung a aurel wreath Jas. G. Wolff making a statement to the crowd held back by two mounted police. Wm. H. O'Brien, Champion of the Irish cause at the League's suggestion placed a large galox wreath on Attucks' grave near the Common. At 10 A. M. Boston's Public Celebrations Director flanked the Attucks Monument with the state and national colors. No-non-time round two wreaths on the statue, one by the state and one by the city, the former one placed by Mayor Sampson of the Governer's Staff and the latter by Mayor Curley himself. The flags were flown from all city buildings. Then at 12:30 national headquarters held out-door exercises in front of the statue the key-note of which was sounded by Secretary Wm. Monroe Trottier was that the race which shed its blood first for the founding of the Republic and liberty certainly has original ground title to every public right and privilege. The speakers were Mayor James M. Curley, Maj. J. E. Jampson of the Staff of Governor Cox, Stewart E. Hoyt the Colored Deputy Collector and prominent Elk and Mason, Rev. J. W. Hill, national league chaplain, Ex Rep. Wm. H. O'Brien of the State House, Rev. D. S. Kulgh, Chas. L. Rayson, Esq., Mary Mary James and Rev J. W. Powell of the Sons of Veterans. The crowd stood in the rain through nearly two hours of cology of Attucks and his Irish Comrades. MASS MEETING AT NIGHT The Boston Branch loyally backed up the national body by a great Attucks Mass Meeting in the old 12th Baptist Church at night. Demands for the Dyer Elli, for Soldier Pardons for abolition of federal segregation, in view of Attucks' heredism were viced by white and colored orators, including E. T. Morris, presiding, Rev. D. S. Klugh, John A. Hagan, E. Mark Sullivan, van Corporation Course Rep. W. H. O'Brien, Dr. Alice W. McKano, A. G. Wolff, Esq. J. T. Dontch. Esq. and J. W. Schenck, Esq. Colored Assistant U. S. District Attorney. Carl Logan sang at the statue and Mrs. Ethel G. Russell at the church. --- STANDARD LIFE HEAD SUES EDITOR PORTER FOR LIBEL (Preston News Service) Knoxville, Tenn. March 14.—Damages to the extent of $50,000 are asked in a suit filed by the Standard Life Insurance Company against Webster L. Porter, doing business as the East Tennesse see News, in the Circuit Court of Knox County last Saturday. The action of Hemen E. Perry, president of the Stand and Life Insurance Company, of Atlanta, Ga. in filling the suit which charges libel follows the publication of a front-page article in a recent issue of the Knoxville publication telling of the machinations of Perry in his unsuccessful effort to combine the Mississippi Life Insurance Company and the Stand, resulting in an auditing of the books of the Standard by the Georgia Insurance Commissioner at which time an alleged insolvency amounting to more than $150,000 was discovered in the Standard's affairs. No declarations have been filed in the case and just what Perry claims libelous in the article is not known. Reference to the action of Perry in fitting suit was made in a humorous vein by Editor Porter, of The News, at which time he stated: "Just what denomination of currency Mr. Perry would have the $50,000 issued for the amount he claims damages might have been encouched in his bill filed, for such would have been as amusing to us as is his apparent attempt to camouflage and divert the attention of the public from his riotous effort to prove his worth as being $8,000 000 by charging that our story outlining the facts was in any way libelous. "It is not at all surprising to us that Mr. Perry would like to come into possession of $50,000 just at this time, taking under consideration his wild escapades in matters financial, extending from Memphis to Atlanta as well as other sections of the country. The filing of the damage suit is merely another of the Standard president's schemes to cover up the conditions of afairs as surround the divers interests' ranging from a printing office to a bank as outlined in the well founded reports emanating from the Georgia metropolis." said Editor Porter. "An agreement is said to have been entered into between the stockholders of the Mississippi Life Insurance Company and Perry at the time—perry bought the Mississippi Co., several weeks ago to the effect that the company would not be sold to whites. The article as published by The East Tennessee News told of Perry having been forced to sell the recently acquired Mississippi Company to the Southern Life Insurance Company, of Nashville, a white concern in order to secure the necessary funds to make up the alleged insolvency in the Standard Life Insurance Company. A number of the stockholders of the Mississippi Life Insurance Company applied for an injunction which would stop the sale of the company which they formerly controlled to the white concern, basing the application for the injunction on the promise of Perry not to dispose of the company to a white concern. In the event the injunction is granted, it is stated Perry's affairs in connection with the Standard Life Insurance Company and his other Service Corporation affairs will be in an awful financial muddle." NEW YEAR MESSAGE TO WOMANHOOD OF VIRGINIA Another mile-stone has beer reached, another year ended, and we find ourselves face to face with new possibilities of work and growth. As we ended the past year, if we can feel like Longfellow's Village Blacksmith—that something has been attempted—something done, we shall all experience the joy and repose which accompany earnest work that has been well done. And now as we stand within the portals of a New Year, as your President of great Virginia Woman's State Convention, I want to thank you for the co-operation and support you have given me during the past year and years. The help of noble, loyal workers as you are makes the task of leading you a great joy, and your encouragement is like a desert oasis, refreshing tedium of toil, and make the burden easy to bear. I wish for the Womanhood of Virginia a very happy year; a year full of work that is constructive and worth while—during the year of 1924 let every woman of Virginia climb up out the valley of indifference and selfishness—up to the mountain heights of enthusiasm for the work and conscientious labor. Only shall we be able to see the horizon of a new day, and the realization of our dreams; a great university on the hill at Lynchburg, and the coming of the Lord Christ more fully in the dark land of Africa and the world. This is Jubilee year at Virginia Seminary, and we have set our goal at $7000. (Seven Thousand Dollars.) we hope each district will do its best, and let us know what its pledge will be. Our school at Lynchburg stands as a great memorial to the past efforts. But past blessings do not suffuse, we must work harder than ever to make our present and future brighter than the past. Seven thousand dollars is our goal. Shall we reach it? Let's hear the answer from each district circle, missionary and each loyal friend of our great work. We shall give a very short sketch of our visit to New York State Conventions and to Virginia, regretting that neither time nor space will allow us to go into detail, or tell more fully of some of our experiences. As requested by our Convention, we attended the New York State Conventions at Albany, N. Y., November 1923. Miss Rebecca Carter the efficient Field Worker met us and took us to the home of Rev. and Mrs. W. O. Harris. Here we enjoyed their cordial hospitality, while in their city. We presented the cause of our school to the Women's Convention and stated we would like very much to give a Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner to the school. At the conclusion of our talk it was agreed to take a collection for the dinner and over twenty-five dollars were raised. Our deepest appreciation we extend to Mrs. Richardson the beloved president, Dr. Simms, president of the State Convention, one whom all the people love, Miss Rebecca Carter, Field Worker and Rev. Dr. J. B. Boddle, the great treasurer, whose co-operation was largely responsible for the wonderful donation. The Men's State Convention of New York, was most kind, gave us a place on their crowded program to speak and readily offered to supplement the amount given by the Woman's Convention for Turkey Dinner; Hence the entire amount was Seventy-five dollars ($75.00.) Other liberal donations were: Rev. C. J. Brown of Sheepshead Bay, N. Y. $7.00; Rev. S. P. W. Crew Washington, D. C. $1.00; First M. Olive Baptist Church, Cleveland, Ohio Rev. B. Tyrrell, pastor $6.00; Mrs. Helen Jackson, Washington, D. C. $1.00 and Mrs. Mary A. Jones Lynchburg, Va. $1.00. Total collected for the School Turkey Dinner* $91.00. We extend our thanks to all who gave. I specially thank those kind people who never saw our school, but whose deep faith in the good of the work led them to give so liberally. Visiting Virginia around the thanksgiving season we were happy to see so many of the friends and co-workers, and find the work progressing so well. We were especially happy to be well enough in health to be in the State during the period we have stressed Pantry Supply Day at Virginia Seminary. Seen en years ago the idea came to us from Heaven and we started this movement and have never been absent; it has never failed once in these years—we hope and pray that it will become a permanent practice for the school. We presented President Woods $91.00 to pay for the turkies as gleaned. We spoke at the following meetings while in Virginia: The Union of the Circles of Lynchburg, at Court St. Baptist Church, Rev. V. N. Johns, pastor; Mrs. Saille A. Johnson the efficient president. They had a wonderful meeting a beautiful welcome by Mrs. M. W. Richardson, excellent papers by Mrs. Florence Moor on the 28 years work; Mrs. Mary Clark, Mrs. Rev. Smith, a great speech by our own and much beloved Mrs. Josephine Anderson and others; wonderful singing by Miss Lucy Henry and others. To the Lynchburg Progressive Circle, Mrs. Mollie McDonald the most efficient vice president is leading to success. Blue Ridge Springs, Mrs. Eliza Bufford, Mt. Carmel Circle, Mrs. Rose Gentry president; Rev. E. A. Smith, pastor, gave us much encouragement to live and get strong again for the work. Roanoke Va. our District Chairman Mrs. Dr. Moore had a wonderful meeting at Rev Dr. Hick's Church; she was untrying THE RICHMOND PLANET. RICHMOND. VIRGINIA in her effort to have a successful meet ing, with many of the workers present and most encouraging speeches. Mrs. Moore will bring two thousand dollars ($2,000) in June. New Mount Church, Rev. Johnson, pastor, while at Arrington, we stopped at Mrs. J. G. Clarkson and Mrs. Emily Graves' farms and saw our mother, Mrs. A. Elliotte. Charlottesville at Mrs. Cornelia Norris at each meeting we were inspired to new interest in the work. We were entertained by the following at Lynchburg: Lynchbury *Progressive Circle*, a wonderful reception. Mrs George Woodson, Mrs Mollie McDonald. Mrs Jennie Anderson, Mrs Mary White, Mrs Rose Gentry, Mrs Mary J. Scott, M. Carmel Circle a fine reception; Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Franklin, Mrs Jennie Fields, Mr. and Mrs. Mry Fields, Mrs Jennie Singleton, Mr. and Mrs. Bertha Gilbert, Mr. and Mrs. Sidney Robinson, Miss Kate Calland, Mr. and Mrs. El Spencer, Mrs Josephine Anderson, Mrs H. Jennings, Mr. and Mrs. Sanford, Mrs Florence Reed and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. I. Anderson, Mr. and Mrs. Ed. Brown, Mrs Sue Bailey, Miss Pattie Good, the Billup's family a great Thanksgiving dinner; Mrs. Maria Graves gave a great dinner and presented the president a cut steel beaded bag it being presented with well chosen words by Rev. Dr. Tines. We appreciate the hospitality of these dear friends more than we can ex press, and their kindness will linger with us forever, and be an incentive to help us get strong to come back to you for greater service. Difference not distance separates souls, and since we are alike in aim purpose and work, I can't feel that we are separated. Much happiness, success and joy to the women of Virginia in the year of 1924. Pray for us and the work daily. Sincerely your president for seven thouls and dollars at the Jubilee, June 24th Virginia Seminary and College. (MRS.) L. W. TYRRELL. President. 3373 E. 126 St. Cleveland, Ohio Homely Philosophy THE ZERO HOUR. To each comes in turn the zero hour; when the will grows weak, hope grows dim and ambition ceases to allure. Then it is that one decides to give up the struggle, drop the oar and drift out to sea. It is at this hour which skirts the gulf of despair that one must take heroic measures with himself despite the numbing misma of despondency. It is now that he must summon the strength of will, of nervous energy to counteract the lassitude of the unanswering body. He must rise up and fight back, back up the stream until an answering throb in heart and hand gives token that all is well, then, and ot until then, should he pause and look back across the travelled way that touched that deadly reef, the zero hour. —GEORGIA DOUGLAS JOHNSON. N. J. COLORED DEMOCRATS HAD BIG MEETING IN NEWARK (Preston News Service) Newark, N. J. March 13—A meeting of the Advisory Committee of the New Era Colored Democracy of Essex County, Inc., was held last Friday night at the office of the president, William B. Brandon. Plans were made preparatory to a monster meeting of the organization the latter part of this month at which time definite arrangements will be made for the coming campaign. Mr. Brandon announced that there is a very strong desire on the part of Colored Democrats for a colored candidate on the Democratic ticket, and it is one of the matters that was given serious attention. An educational campaign is being planned to be conducted among Negro voters of the county and state. Among other things discussed was the inactivity of the State Assembly on measures looking toward the curtailment of the Ku Klux Klan organization in New Jersey. HAMPTON HEAD TELLS OF LAND GRANT COLLEGES' AIM. Hampton, Va., March 14.—The objective toward which the Negro and grant colleges of the South are striving is "to turn out young men and women who are fitted in body, mind and conscience and willing to face conditions which they must face," according to Dr. James E. Gregg principal of Hampton Institute, in addressing the final session of the fourth annual conference of these schools here last Wednesday. The conference extended over three days and was attended by executives of seventeen Negro land grant colleges and a group of well-known Negro educators. CORONER'S JURY HOLDS THAT KILLING WAS JUSTIFIED. (Preston News Service) Pittsburgh, Pa., March 13.—That James Costley was justified in shooting Robert Waugh on March 3, following a quarrel over Costley's mottae, was the verdict of the coroner's jury handed down last Friday. According to testimony both men had weapons and Costley acted in self-defense. Costley surrendered to officials following Waugh's death in Passavant hospital. WHITE WAITRESSES SUPPLANT COLORED GIRLS AT HARVARD. (Preston News Service.) Cambridge Mass., March 13.—White girls have taken the place of colored girls in the freshmen-dining rooms at Harvard University following the advice of a group of society women of Boston, it is said. According to the report these women are members of the visiting committee of the institution, and the suggested change was approved by the board of overseers to whom the women made their report and recommen-dations. PROMINENT and RESPECTED RACE MEMBERS RESTORED to VIGOR of YOUNGER DAYS METHODIST PASTOR GIVES THANKS FOR 'REJUVENATION' Mississippi Preacher Tells How His Energy Was Restored REV. J. P. WATSON The Reverend J. P. Watson, greatly loved pastor of the Burns M. E. church at Oxford, Mississippi, is giving thanks to God for a remarkable rejuvenation and quick renewing of his youthful vigor after he had endured a long period of suffering. Without going to the expense of a gland operation, and after having spent considerable money without success in search of his strength, he says that he had about given up hope when one morning he read about the wonderful method that others said they were following with great success. He decides to give it a trial. Now he says, "Thanks be to God I did try it. It is the best I ever used and it is a pleasure for me to recommend it to my suffering people." The method, the Reverend Watson adopted was the recently discovered korex compound. He says that he secured it by writing direct to the American distributors at Kansas City, Missouri. IS SAVED FROM 'LIVING DEATH' Misery Confined Buffalo Man Two Years--Now Vigorous Again Mr. A. Beard of Buffalo, New York and one of its most active and vigorous citizens, also makes a similarly amazing report about a rapid recovery from premature old age and lack of vigor. For two years Mr. Beard had a misery that confined him to his bed most of the time, according to his own statement. "All my neighbors thought I would done cash in," is what he says about it. "I was so weak I could scare ly walk two blocks without being exhausted. I tried specialists and various treatments and finally lost all faith in medicine. I just about gave up hope, when I read about korex compound and what other sufferers said it was doing for them. So I tried it. Before finishing the second box, I felt ready to go back to work. Today I am strong and vigorous. I am doing very heavy work, working from 10 to 12 hours a day and haven't lost a day in nine weeks. That's what korex compound has done for me." Many who have felt themselves losing their hold on life, who felt old age coming on rapidly and were generally discouraged, weary and worn out and who were seeking a corrective for exhausted glands and nerves, praise korex compound for its effect upon them. Anyone may try korex with a moneyback guarantee by filling out the coupon. "SHINE" CRAZED MAN IMAGINED $25,000 IN JEWELRY STOLE (Preston News Service.) Jacksonville, Fla., March 18—Hallin cinations as a result of drinking moon shine are not rare, but it is not often that these escapades take the form of reporting a $25,000 jewelry theft to the police. According to reports coming from St. Augustine to the police. Dr. Edward Duncan reported to the police that he had been robbed of gems valued at $25,000 and asked that all roads leading into Jacksonville be watched. Nothing developed and the Jacksonville authorities laid off the case when advices were received from St. Augustine that Dr. Duncan was drunk Duncan reported that two Negroes had robbed him while he was en route to St. Augustine from Daytona. PRITCHARD'S DEATH PENALTY COMMUTED BY PARDON BOARD (Preston News Service.) Harrisburg, Pa., March 13.—The State Board of Pardons has saved the Is Premature Old Age a Thing of the Past? 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Gutercd at tin Post Ofice at ftfehmond Ea en Bean eee eu Mies Wate cece Foreign, Gabsctptions)cocecocscceeeeeee 2 Fosiga Advertising Repreentative, W. B. Zig Couaig. mS. Dearborn Street, Chicago 21 Victona Building, St. Louis, Mo.; 420 Long tere Bullding, New York. SS SATURDAY, .....- MARCH 22, 1924 UNFIRMATION OF MR, COHEN No act by the United States Senate in half @ century has given more gen eral satisfaction to the colored people of this country than the confirmation ‘of Walter L. Cohen as Comptroller ol Customs at New Orleans, Louisiana, “The cause of this is that the issue had ‘been made plain. It was to determine, whether or not a citizen of this coun ‘try could be barred from holding office, wholly and solely on account of ‘his color, when he measured up to every other requirement as to ability and character in the conduct of such an office. Had this distinguished citizea of color been a white citizen or a natural- ‘ized former resident of any other coun- try, his confirmation would not have been even questioned. On the other hand, he is a colored man of the type, who is popular among all classes irre- spective of color, He has served many ‘years before in this same office and his ‘occupancy of the same was not opening to him or to the race, with which he Is identified any new fields of endeavor Moreover. ire is a southerner of the ‘most pronounced type and he enjoys the esteem and contidence of the bust ness white elements of New Orleans His rejection then hy the United States Senate would have been and was in the nature of # traxedy. We are pleas: ‘ed to note that the august tribunal re considered its former hasty action ‘Moreover, it was also a test as to wheth er Southern black men must move North and take up citizenship in nortt ‘ern States in order to hold office: ‘The confirmation of Coben emphasiz es the fact that the migration Nortt «an begin south-ward again, Tens of thousands of colored citizens resented the action and as they now reside in States North of the Mason and Dixon Line would have visited their resent tment upon the Republican Party, whic Party is now primarily responsible for all legislation and appointments. ‘The ‘Democratic leaders knew this and thi 1s why they made such strenuous ef forts to bring about Cohen's undoing We knew Walter I. Cohen and in con firm ing him the U. S. Senate end the Republican Administration have taken a long step forward. Colored folks can hold office South as well as North. Let those who wish so to do, come on back home, FIRPO AND DEMPSEY. Luis Firpo of Argentine, who was ‘Booked to try conclusions, with’ Harry ‘Wills the colored heavywelebt pusi: Het announces that be has decided te retire from the ring. This is done m face of the fact that white promoters had agreed to put up a purse of half 2 million dollars for the contest. Much ‘more is availatle for a contest with Jack Dempsey, the heavy-weight cham pion of the world, who has repeatedly announced that he was ready and will ing to fight any man in the world, barring none. ‘When the promoters approached him, he referred them to his manager, and when they approached his manag er, he get away from his managers fast as he could placing some three thousand miles between timself and his colored antagonist. Moreover, hie an nounced that he would stage for the movies and this would prevent his en: tering the ring again for some time to come. With the retirement of Luts Fir. po, whom Dempsey has been using as “o stalking here” 89 tu speak, insist Ing that Harry Wills mee: him fist bis last excuse for not meeting Wills {s eliminated. Harry Wills is the only heavy- weight on the American stage today that he can meet in a championsbip contest. Is he afra’d of this colored heavy-weight, This is a question for ‘im to answer and be can onty answer At by staging his terms for a contest na Teaving it up to Wills’ backers to meet ‘or to reject them. ‘THE TIMES-DISPATCH'S COMMENT, Our esteemed contemporary, the Richmond, Va., Times-Dispatch, under the caption of “A Direct Affront Bas much to say concerning the confirma: ‘tion of Walter L, Cohen of New Or- leans, La, It remarks: Republicans are fond of quoting Lin coln to the effect that this is a govern: ment of the people, for te people, by the people. AS a theory, they accord it heautitul devotion, bui, when the time comes to make practical application of the theory, they are as shy as a colt evound @ railroad terminal. ‘And again: | ble residing in and arotnd New Or- | jeans, It also seems to have ignored | statistical information as to population even around New Orleans, Louisiana, and if the vote was taken upon the basis of constitutional popuiition, it would be found that instead of being | distasteful and obnoxious to a majority of the people, he was attacked by only ‘: small minority of them. ‘The fact is also overlooked that this office of comptroller of customs is a | Federal position and is governed by the people of the United States rather than by the people in the neighborhood of New Orleans or even within the con- fines of the State of Louisiana. Tne coterie, to which our esteemed contem- porary refers have white officeholders in every pésition in the State of Louisi- ana. Now that one colored man, not a Yankee Negro, but a resident, a Louisi- | anian, .'to the manor born,” backed by local recommendations, both white and black is appointed by a Massachusetts’ | statesman, who now occupies the White House an effort is being made to raise pita tse. President Coolidge could have sent to the United States Senate a resident of luis own State, for there are numbers "of competent colored citizens residing there, but he did not do thjs. He named 4 native Southerner, one on whom tho white Democrats can rely in any issue between the northern section of this country and the well-being of the southern section in which he resides He would swing clear in support ot Louisiana. We are of the opinion tien | that every southerner, white and color- ed, regardless of party affiliation? should commend him for his attitude | in this matter. Away down in their “heart of hearts,” we do not believe that the | Louisiana Senators really regret the | outcome of the vote on the confirme: tion. Knowing the number of Negro- haters in the State and for political | reasons, they could not take any other [position The Times-Dispatch contin pues: echt | tite case of Cohen probably is uniaus | in the annals ot presidential appoint ‘ments. He was first named comptroller Fol customs by Warren G. Harding. The Senate declined to swallow him, as was very proper, in view of impassion- ‘ed protests trom Louisiana, The Presi dent of the United States, in utter dis- regard of the chorus of disapproval, gave Cohen another recess appoint ment. Again the Senate refused to be /ceme particeps criminis. Then Cohen offered to serve without pay. President Coolidge defying the wishes of the peo- | ple of a great State, accepted the offer. On Monday the Senate, by a bare vote, en ‘Ube appointment We have already answered these ‘strictures upon the appointment. It | says further: ‘ ‘Thus we have the spectacle of a Ne- gro, who could not be elected to the Teast important office in Louisiana by popular vote, holding an important post by designation of the President. Senator Ransdell characterizes the in- sistence of the administration upon the appointment as an outrageous. pro ceeding and out of harmony with repre sentative government. It is all that and more, if possible. It is a direct al- ps to thousands of people, who, by aan autocratic use of power, are made ‘to pay the penalty for repudiating Re- ‘publicans. ‘The sense of justice when his friends have ascribed to Calvin Coolidge apparently is temperamental and undependatie, If Lincoln really ‘believed this was a government of the people, by the people, for the people, he /must have become tired during the | last few years of turning in his grave. | ‘This was not a State office and Presi- dent Coolidge and the Republican off- | cials did not attempt to interfere with local customs and usages. This is a i Federal office and one in which the people of Louisiana are not permitted 0 vote, This usually Jevelheaded ans fair-minded editor must be aware that the governing of southern States by the so-called northern carpethaggers took place during the regime of a Party that endorsed every word that Abranam Lincoln uttered. It must know too that Président Calvin Coolidge did not name a carpet-bagger to a position as comptroller of customs at New Orleans, He named a southerner of southerners. eae ga net ape THE RIOHMOND PLANET, BIOHMOND, VIRGENLA the Southland to a population approxi: mating eight millions of people in Dixie Land alone, Is there no spirit of 'fairplay left in this section of tue vuntry? Would the white people of Virginia enter a protest against our having one lone representative in the | thirteen original southern States? We delieve not. Walter L, Coten,a southern | Negro of the mulatto type is now como- roller of customs at New Orleans Louisiana and all of us southern col- ored folks are happy and a large pro- portion of the liberal minded white folks are happy too. For God's sake leave us alone and let us have peace. —— WOODWARD GETS LIFE TERM; ; ADMITS KILLING HIS WIFE. (eraton News Seriew) Columbus, Ohio, Feb. 27—Withdraw ing his plea’ of not guilty to a first de: gree murder charge and then pleading guilty to a second degre murder re- sulted in Tracy Woodward being sent to the penitentiary for life by the Com mon Pleas Court’ Judge Sowers last ‘Thursday. 3s ‘Woowward shot and killed his wife Mrs. Mary Woodward, in September, 1923, The shooting it 1s said, followed 1 domestic quarrel, and occurred in front of Woodwards mother's home in North Champion Avenue. WHITE WOMAN ATTACKS NEGRO OFFICER. ((pcaakn een Ranwine.y Pittsburgh, Pa., March 13.—Police man Rufus Pinckney nursed a bruised stomach last Tuesday night following his placing Lizzie Thompson, white wo man, said to be a common-law wife of a Negro man under arrest. It is said that the Thompson woman planted her foot squarely in the officer’s stomach rendering him unconscious for a few minutes. She was charged fith disor: derly conduct in the street. —_+-2- CHICAGO OFFICIALS TO CLOSE ALLEGED WILD DANCE HALLS aieseass kaa Gaevle): Chicago, Ill, March 13.—Declaring that the sinister effects upon the youth of the city is appalling the legal depart ment of the city under the direction of Prank M. Padden has started a fight ta x» finish to close cabarets cafes ana dance halls that are known to permit indecent dancing. Mr. Paden says, “they are detriment al to public health, public morals and public order. Persons of ill repute gath er in them. Young school girls are en: ticed to visit these places. Girls of 16 and 16 years mingle with men of all ages and all races. The dancing is most indecent imaginable. Drunkenness ‘and boisterousness is the rule. Some of these plices are so unspeakably rotten that no self-respecting community should tolerate them.” The officials are especially concerned about the “black and tan” rendevous and a vigilant effort will be made_ to close them by injunction. It is claimed that the music in these establishments is especially alluring and attracts wo men and men said to come from the wealthy families who go out ona “slumming expedition in the ,‘wee' hours of the morning. (Preston News Service) VAN BUREN, ARK. MARCH 21— Attorneys for 11 Negroes chargs:d witt night riding in connection with the deatty of Mrs. Ble Lattimer itere in December 1923, filed a demurrer t.. the indictment in Circuit Court here last ‘Wednesday afternoon when Judge Coch rane convened the spec'al adjoumned term of the Crawford Circuit Court ‘The demurrer plead that the indict ments are erroneously drawn and ‘prays that the charges against the men F dropped. —+-2->__. SHARON BAPTIST SURVICES. Location: Corner of Leigh and First ‘Streets. SUNDAY, MAROH 28rd, 1924. 10:00 A. M. Sunday School and Men's Bible Class. 11:25 A. M. Sermon by Pastor: Sub- ject: ‘The Burden-Bearer.” 8:80 P. M. Sacred Concert, Mrs. Ro- ‘berta Christian manager. Eureka Art ‘and Literary Circle will present Sacred Program, Mrs, Pearl C. Johnson, Mis: tress of Ceremonies. 6:00 P. M. Young People’s Meeting. 8:15 P.M. Sermon by Pastor, Sub- ject: “Human Frailty and Divine Strength.” ‘Monday, March 24th, “Queen Esther Concert” Mrs. Emma Hick’s Group. ‘Tuesday, March 25th, Silver Chorus, Deacon G, L. Johnson's Group. ‘Wednesday, Regular Prayer Service, Friday, “A Trip through the U. &. A," Miss R. C. Carter, Chairman. All are welcome to our services. Rey. R. H. Johnson, B. D., M. A., Pas tor; W. L. Johnson, Celrk: —__+-2-= | SERVICES AT MOUNT OLIVE. coe ore reo tiene ‘Location: Stop 5, Petersburg Turn- = The services at Mt. Olive last Sun aay were well attendad, ‘The Sunuay School is growing and making progress under the superintendency of Brother James M. Brown. e The Oho'r is singing better than ever before under the enthusiastic leadership of Brother Erimett Botts. 10:00 A. M. Sunday School. 11:30 A. M, All are invited to bear our pastor in’a specially prepared ser- mon on the following text: “Ana the fron did ewim.” 2nd Kings 6(6. Rey. J. Spurgeon Johnson, A B., M. A., Pastor; Brother James M, Brown, Clerk. ——+-2--_. had rn three miles in order to eee the a eae PRC Ae aes ae AE, Dh. W. B, REED | (Continued from Page 1) they speak. of the world’s greatest event, It does not yet appear what we shall be for it does not enter into Man's understanding; 1t does not yet appear what God has prepared tor him. When Beulat-land is reached and we con look back with immortal yis.on, wwe too will join in the chorus, ,“Great is God.’ We sing it now, but we sing 1 smpertectly. ‘THE PROMISE OF THE TRIUNE. “When Beulalwland is reached, we shall have g me thru the gate and be singing it perfectly. Let us look av an angel's message to a poor girl. We to- ay understand the seriousness of tie time when it happened tha those wav journeyed to ve taxed according to tie provisions of the Homan statutes. We have all the facts and they who journey ed did not have all the facts. On the Moment, he would make His appear- ance according to the promise of the Triune, The world was moving in ac- cordance with its usual activities, mea| following their professions, not know ing at the time that God was making up His company when He would re- yeul Himself to the company at Beth: iehem, THAT NAME OF NAMES. ‘In the message, ‘Thou shall call His name, Jesus,’ the message was not brought to some nobility, some of the refined young women, but it was brought to the poor girl. The message was not brought to that class of cul- tured young women. It was not even brought toa young woman in the cul- tured circles of the Jews, for Mary was a poor, obscure, but chaste young girl out in the remote hills of Galilee, ux: touched, so to speak by the influence of a cultured society, but she had those yaluet virtues, that God delights to have in his children. NO DISHONOR THERE. “go Nazareth, where our Lord was brought up was so insignificant that it is even omitted in all the Old Testa ment. It finds no consideration in the parcelling out of the country, whe? Joshua surveyed the land. As it wil: be seen that it is no dishonor to be poor: As soon as the women get this idea in their minds, so soon will we get the young women active in battling against sin in the world today. It is a great thing to have character. Isaiah said as he looked into time that the echides of the future were ringing in hh's soul and he said, Come without money and without price.’ Why see’ after that that yieldeth uncleanness? ‘A GOOD NAME. | “Solomon said that a good name fs rather to be chosen than great riches If these young women who have given ‘any attention to the fixed things of the nation ean fail to consider the hon- ors bestowed upon this poor woman they will understand that the same ‘angels are aound the throne today. "Phe angels brought the message to ‘Mary. I can see Mary as she stepped ‘out upon the plains, saying, ‘The Lora ig with theo.’ My friends, we shows seo to it that the Lord is with us, for He is more than all that may be ale us. BLESSED AMONG WOMEN. | “Thou art blessed among women. ‘Thou hast found favor. with God. Her standing with God was not determined by her money for she was a poor girl. Tt was not determined by her social standing for she was despised. Her standing was fixed ‘because she was true to God, because shio was true to her religion tor she was true to herself. When the angel said, "Thou hast found favor with God,’ this meant that she was devoted to God. THE REDEMPTION BY WOMAN. ‘He truly could have said, by one woman, man sinned; but by another woman, the Son of God shall come The seed of the woman, the Prince of Peace is here sind thot hast been chos fen by God to hold Him in your arms. Let us consider the station and nature of God, We can simply touch on these ‘points of infinite greatness. It controls ‘our speech, our associations, when we allow the mind of Christ to be in us. It is a great text on preparation. It’ tells us not only was Christ named in heav- en, but He was in the form of God. Gor up AGAIN. “It is not tobe considered robbery to be called God. He was no foreigner. He simply took on humanity, to feet the sympathy. When sin trips us up in the aim for perfection, we are able. {0 realize it, Paul says, sin tripped me, but I got up again. He took on the body of humanity so he could sympa- thize with us. He came in the most bumble way. He came obedient to deaht, to the cross and his works do fol low Him. He took on suffici>nt of his nature in a mysterious way that He could humble himself and feel our troubles as we feel them. : FOXES HAVE HOLES “He found his place among the sick. the hungry and the weak. When Ho saw a man weeping, He i90 could look at Jerusolem and weep. [tis divine na ture supped sorrow and He could matin. He could say, ‘The foxes have holes and the birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man hatn net where to Jay his head.’ He could call ‘the fish of the sea, when hungry. He could take pearls “trom their mouths Tt was His dual nature. that we could not understand. He could call the deed to life. He had the healing power. He could say to the man, ‘Take up thy bed ‘and walk’ Let us look at. the exalta: tion of his name We have eome great names in history. KINGS POWERLESS. “Men, who stood preeminently In the pages of activity, but there has not yet come one name that has been fixed by the Triune that has heen fixed as hhas been the baby that. was told to Mary to be called, Jesus. He was given this highest name that has ever been given to humanity. It has come through the ages. The kings of earth have never been able to say who should reign for them fifty years hence. We have read of King Tut, but he could not say who should come unto his throne, 3000 years afterwards and dig up his bones. | ‘THAT GREAT PROPHECY. THe King of England relgns _un- righteously. over peoples of other nx tions, but the King of England cannot say who will reign over the British Empire one hundred years from today. But Abraham told 2,000 years befor. the coming of Christ and pushed back the veil of time and declared that Christ would reign upon the plains of Palestine. When they stood at the gates of Eden, it was carried out that H> 1s just the same today and forever. He doesn't change. I saw a ‘reb’ mont ment. On it was an inscription, ‘H's voice was in His sword.’ A SERIOUS QUESTION. “That is a serious question. Isaiah saw the captain of the church coming up 93. mighty conqueror. He had no sword, but he cried out, ‘I've trod the wine-press alone.’ He said to Peter. ‘Put your sword back into your scab: bard. I don’t need any carnal weapons. I could touch a button and, in a twink: iing of an eye, I could have a Ieg:on o! ecldfers to protect me.” NO EXCEPTION HERE. ‘This country will be no exception in the exacting scale of a righteous God. Even Balaam, the false prophet cried out, ‘I see Him but not nigh! It has been told through the centuries that the King of kings is coming—and that He shall reign wherever human ‘ity exists. God has highly exalted Him. God has given our King a name above every other name. Jobn said that they were crying, ‘Holy, holy to our King. Out of the hosts of shouting saints, Holy, holy, holy to our God. THE GATES OF PEACE. ‘Saints that have gone up througn the gates of peace, not the King of England, not the Kaieer, but Jesus. It is said that every knee shall bow and ‘every tongue shall confess to the great nese of God, our Father. The age has been written inthe immortality of God. Isaiah said, He is led as a sheep i his shearers. He didn't open His mouth. Paul saw lim, Nebuchadnez zar tried to stop him. ‘THAT FIERY FURNACB. “He put God's children into the fiery furnace. He commanded them ty put in three, but he declared he saw four and the fourth was like unto the Son of God. Jolm said, I see Him con: qnering and more than conqueror. No one to hinder him; no one to stop Him. He says to you, sinners, le: Him come in. The day will come when the door will be shut and the probation will be over. The church will triumph in spite of Hell. His name shall be called Jesus. ¢ THE FINAL CONCLUSION, “God has given Him a name above every other name. It is his name that the church presents. to you this morn ing.” Rev. Dr. Reed made a touching appeal to the ungodly. Then Mr, Walter T. White sang with touching sympa thetic melody, ,‘Sinner plese don’ let this harves’ pas’. The sermon ha‘ made a profound impression. 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Bare happy over the arrival of 4 baby boy. Mrs, Addie Stanticle, 519 10th Ave- nue N. W., is much improved. “Mrs, Ottie Meadows, 235 10th Ave nue, N. E., is much improved. ‘Mrs. Meadows, 605 10th Avenue XN. EB, is suffering from blood poisoning She is improving. Mrs. Delphia Martin of Higb street is dead. Funeral took place Saturday afternoon. She was a member of High St. Baptist Church. Rev. W. E. Lee officiated Mrs, Helen Barlow, 68 Chestnut Ave: nue, N. W, is much improved ‘Thanks are returned to those Planet readers, who rallied after the last ap peal for money and paid up. Agent. Madison Stanfield was made happy ant this joy was transmitted to the Planet Office in Richmond, where a great figm is being staged now for the rehabilita- tion of the Mechanics Savings Bank. People, who suffer from aches anf pains, will find sterling remedies at the house of Madison Stanfield. Use Salvasena Blcod Roct Tablets and be at ease Females will find it a most helpfut preparation. Indian Herbs and Sexuat ‘Tablets are also guaranteed remedies. Your kidneys need attention and you will find nothing better than Dr. Bark ers Kidney Pills forall forms of kid ney affections. They will do you good. even when you have not developed ki ney complaint ‘The $tly Avenue Christian Church ot Roanoke on last Sunday, 9th inst., was entertained by Prof. J. H. Thomas ot Martinsville, Va., the principal and president of the P. C. and Y. Institute. Subject: “How Christ was Crucified on the Cross." It was an able presentation of the subject. Two persons made con- fession. At 3:20 o'clock, he lectured tu the ©. W. B. M. and made a profount impression. $75.76 was lifted. Rev, Jefferson of St. Paul’s Memor- ial M. E. Church lett for Baltimore, where the Conference will convene, March 17. His devoted congregation hopes for his return here. Rey. James S. Hatcher, the popular divine is desirous of having you hear his pulpit deliverances during the three Sundays before Conference. Visit the Mt. Zion A. M.E. Church and hear him. He has done wonderful work hete for God. Mrs, Faulkner, who has been caring for her mother's home, during the lat- ter’s absence in the hospital has re- turned to Omega, Va. ‘Were you at Mt. Zion Sunday? Did you see our Sunday School raise $55 ‘and did you help in it? At 11 A. M. Dr. Hatcher filled his pul pit as epeaker after having other min- isters for two weeks. “The Phiiosophy ‘of Christian Forgiveness,” was his eub- Ject. Luke 17:3. He sald when you be- eve your brother has wronged you ‘take heed tp yourself’ first Begin ‘wit an examination of self. 2. Rebuke iim in the spirit of meekness with a touch the heart of a mother nurse; re- membering that wrongdoer is cut while the one wronged is scratched. 3. Forgive him when he repents,, set him free, forget the wrong. Two persons came to the altar for prayer that they might have the mind of Jesus as to forgiveness. At night Dr. Hatcher fin ished the exposition of Exodus. Did you ‘ever hear a man energetically, spirituat ty, doctrinally and historically expound a book in a series of sermons? This has heen our privilege at Mt. Zion. Only three more Sundays between now ant Conference. Hear Dr. Hatcher each time. Letters of appreciation written ‘Dr. Hatcher by people out of town were read. In Memoriam, In memory of our mother, Alie Steward, who died four years ago, March 16, 1920. Dear is the grave, where mother P laid. Sweot is the memory which never can fade. ‘Heart of our lives is buried deep, ‘Under the sod, where she peacefully sleeps, Never to sorrow or to weep; ‘Where angel watchers, their vigils keep, “Til brother and our dear mother shall meet In that land where roses never fade. MRS. DELLA PATTERSON, 110 1-2 Harrison Avenue N. W Roanoke, Virginia. ‘WILLIAM BROOFS. Sa See) So WYTHEVILLE NEWS. Rey. W. W. Ward preached at Fran lin Street M. B. Church all day Sunday Rev. G. 0. Wing was at his post of duty Sunday. He preached two sermons ‘At 3 o'clock Rev. Brooks of the Presby terian Church preached to an appreciat ive audience. The amount raised for the day was $221.63. Rev. T. W. Cotten the P. S. will preach ail day Sunday. He will wint up his year's work. Rev. T. W. Hebron after a week's stay with his family left Friday morn ing for Northfork, W. Va. “_ Mr. John 0. Stepteau of Gilliam, W.. Va, is visiting his family in North Wytheville. Mr. W. R. Gibson, Sr. is making quite an improvement to his home on Bast Spring street. Mr. Leonard Hill of Speedwell, was in the city Tuesday the guest of Mis» Gertrude Johnson. Miss F. Louise Breckenridge was the Sunday guest of Mrs. Kate Sayers. Mr. Henry Wise of Rural Retreat,, spent last Thursday in Wytheville the guest of Mr. W. H. Stepteau. Mr. Francis Howard is very much in sisnosed this week with whooping {cough and mumps. Madames Mary Thompson and Dora Stepteau of North Wytheville attended the rally last Sunday at Bethel A. M. B. Chureh. Mrs. Edna Whisaker and little saughier, Edna returned last Thursday from Columbus Ohio, where they hav? -~ visiting the past. month. ‘Mr. W. A. Hill of Bluef'eld, W. Va. is spending the weekend with his fam fy. Mr. Hill is a fine carpenter and for the paast year, he has been doing fine work at Bluetield, Graham and Poca: kentas, Whon yor are really 1@ buiid ‘sce bim Mrs. Carrie Cottier and tite! son | Herey, were in town ‘Thursday having | motored from Rural Retreat to look over the ruins of the Wytheville fire, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Songer, of Blue field, W. Va., arrived in the city Sun- day ttre guest of the former's parents, | Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Songer Mrs. Lucy Gibson and little grand: ‘son, Robert Lee Gibson left last Wednes day morning tor Bristol, Tenn. to at | tend the funeral of Mr. Dan Martin who died very suddenly Sunday, Maret 9th, while preparing to bury an Odd Fellow, Mr. Paton. Mr. Martin is | one of the oldest eltizens of Bristol. CHICAGO NEWS. Miss Mary E. Branch, teacher at the Virginia Normal State College, Peters burg. Va., who was graduated from the University of Chicago, June, 1922, re ceiving the degree of Ph. B., and whe since matriculated for Master degree will return to the University in June to continue her studies. Miss T. P. B Whiting from Virginia will be amons several teachers who will accompany Miss Branch to the city: Morgan Park, the beautiful suburb and a part of Chicago proper, is rapid ly forging to the front. Its population has so increased that it becomes neces sary for the Board of Education to set aside a million dollars for the nec essary addition to the Morgan Park High School upon which work is to be gin in June. The large percentage of this increase in population is brought about by members of the race whose population has increased in recent years from 25 families to more than 3,000 persons. This has been brought about greatly by the influence and ad- vanced preparations which have been made by M. T. Bailey of the Bailey Realty Co., 3638 State street, whose representatives are doing a world of food for members of the Race coming into the congested city. There is nv distinction made in the Morgan Park High School, the association there among the pupils is most congenial, ability and the desire to succeed count There are excellent charches in this suburb and the Bettt Eden Baptist Chureh of which Rev. Pryor is pastor. is now building a beautiful edifice to be occupied by May at a cost of $100- 00. ‘Mesdames Florence Masterson and Lou Fila Young, 4114 Calumet Avenue will leave the city in a few days for Cairo, Minois on business, afterwards will visit with friends and acquaintas ces Preparation is being made for the ac commodation, with railroad officials and other representatives. for large parties of delegates and other friends who are expected to attend the A. M. F. Zion General Conference at Inde. napolis, Indiana and the A. M. E. Gen eral Conference at Louisville, Ky. Representatives of A. U. K. and D. ot A, in a special business meeting on March 8th, decided to have a grand military display at the Sth Regiment Armory on April 30th, at _ which time all departments of Chicago will join in a grand jubilee. The National grand officers from headquarters. will be invited as honored guest. Miss Amanda C. Mack, prominent school teacher of Dallas, Texas, who recently acquired some holding in Morgan Park, Illinois is preparing to spend the summer in Chicago and oth: er cities in the north. Mrs. Florence Masterson entertaln- ed with a theater party at the Tivoli during the past week in honor of Mrs. Carrie Lee Hamilton, M. A. M., of the Grand Chapter. a F. H. Artis, D. G. M.. Odd Fellown. and Mrs. Lou Eila Young, D..G. M. N. THE RIOHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA G., Eden Grand District will speak in the District meeting to be held at Gary Indiana Marety 16th. ‘Mesdames Angeline Hughes, Corrie Day and Florence Masterson will spend Sunday in Gary, Ind. —-2- FULTON NOTES. ‘The Mt. Calvary Baptis@S. S., is pro gressing along the lines financia-ly, numerically and spiritually. Remarks were made in the 8. S, by Rev. A. J- Spradiey of Va. U. U 11:30 AML. our pastor, Rev. C. A. Cobbs preached an excellent sermon Subject: “The Fool that Stayed Out- doors.” Lize singing was rendered bY th choir. 830 P. M. our pastor preached again, using for his subjéct: ‘The Five Porches.” Our hearts were made to burn within us ‘Tomorrow 9:30 A. M. Sunday School. 11:80 A. M. sermon by Rev. I. H. Hines pastor of St. Paul Baptist Church, who will conduct our revival for two weeks. 3:30 P. M. come out and have a great time. We must say that Rev. Hines needs no introduction to the city of Richmond, as we all know he is a vow erful preacher ofthe gospel of Jesus Christ and certainly knows how to con duct a revival service. ‘The S. S. Union was to hold their service at Mt. Calvary Baptist Churei on the fifth Sunday, but owing to. the great meeting of the Baptist, forces of Richmond, to be held on the 30th ins: the same has been called off and the members of the S. Schools connected are asked to be at the First Baptist Church.—J. L. Ballard, Pres.; Rev. C &, Jefferson, Cor. Sec ‘Phe funeral services of Brother John Williams, who departed this life on the 16th inst., were held at his home, 4115 Williamsburg Avenue. Rev. C. A. Cobbs officiated, assisted by Rev. Jefferson ‘Irs. Lelia Johnson fs at the Retreat tor the sick; she {s improving greatly Rev. Cobbs was to see her and the pa tient’s mind was lifted after having such a fervent prayer by the Reverend Mrs. Nettie B. Linear of Durham, N ., is spending a few days in the cit) with Mr. and Mrs. Walter Hackett 0 728 Orleans street. RISING MT. ZION NOTES. ‘The revival terminated on last Fri- day night; an undeniable success. The pastor, Rev. 0. B. Simms, conducted the revival for the two weeks, selecting for his themes, subjects that brought capacity audience each night to hear him. Friday as his closing subject he had for his subject the “The Feast of Belshazzar or the Handwriting on the Wall.” The skillful handling along with dramatic forces displayed by the Aiscourser made to seem new, this all familiar story. The curtains have fal! en in reality but not in fact on another of Zion’s revivals for let it remain in the hearts of all good christians that when ever assistance may be rendere! to some sinner in distress let them not hesitate to do so. The date of baptism ‘will be announced later. ‘The remains of Mr. Jacob Manning were Inid to rest on last Sunday after noon, after the funeral services had heen solemnized at the above mention ed crurch, Rev. Adolphus Clarke off ciated ‘The special program has been arrang ed by the Missionary Circle on next Sunday at 3:30 P. M. Let us all coma out as nothing has been spared in mak ing this a very interesting and success ‘ful program. ——+-+2-e INTENSE INTEREST HERE IN _ COMING ORATORICAL CONTEST All predictions are indicating that a record-breaking crowd will be in at- tendance at the great Interscholastic Oratorieal Contest which will be held at the Va. Union University Chapel, Friday, March 28th, when all the silver tongued orators from the country wilt make a Herculean effort to win the cherished $50.00 prize and the coveted Joseph Henderson trophy for oratory. Hampton, Va., N. and I. £, Noreum High School, St. Paul, Booker 'T. Wash ington High School, Huntington High School and Armstrong High School will all send their best speakers for the event. Get your tickets now for this rare and unprecedented event. ee t NATIONAL BAPTIST PRESIDENT SPEAKS AT CLEVELAND, According to the engagement made several months ago, President L. K. Williams made a visit to Cleveland, Ohio recently. He was met at the train by Drs. Ailer, Jones Smith and others. He was domiciled at the home of Mrs. ‘Williams. In the afternoon he visited the Christian Community Center and made a survey of the same. At three o'clock he held a mass meeting of the pastors, about thirty-five or forty being present. Dr. Williams made a speech on the work and program of the Nation al Baptist Convention; there was a Round Table talk and the entire Con ference pledged itself to support ths program of the National Baptist Con- vention. This was a great achievement for the National Baptist Convention, At night the President ‘had an audience, largely sprinkled with white friends, that filled to overflowing the Buclid Street Baptist Church, (also known as the Rockfeller Baptist Chureh.) ‘The speaker made a convincing appeal for justice and fair play in behalf of the ‘Negro Race, which will long be remem dered by those who listened to it, From Cleveland President Williams went to Buffalo, N. ¥., and to New York City. —<-2-> : CROCKETT (VA.) NEWS. ‘There will be a rally at Obina Branch Baptist Churoh on the 4th Sun day, March 23, 1924. Please come wita a prayer in your mouth. New Hope Baptist Church will have a rally on the 6th Sunday, March 30, 1924. Come singing. Preaching and singing at these serv: fees will be conducted by Rey. J. R. Askew, D: D., and Miss Nettie Price, the great evangelist. Rey. J. R. Askew D D., Pastor. } Store EVERYTHING COSTS LESS AT Store Open 9 Open Saturday Saturday Evening Evening pve Until . M. 7P.M. RICHMONDS GREAT STORE : ° : Careful Planning Results in This Sale of Recently Arrived Brand New Spring e wo-r ants ults 29 The Newest Spring roy Styles for Men and $ SS NR, Young Mea! | SS Nae oung Men! 2 eee cS. NRA Every Suit With an E Gr RQ very Suit With an Extra Pee gry, Pair of T: to Match Pe 7 75S) Pair of Trousers to al i, WF Ai a —affording practically double service e - oe While it may be nothing extraordinary to name a A ‘oo price of $29.75 for a suit of clothes—even for a two- owe ee E trousers suit of clothes—it may be considered as a most oe os unusual accomplishment to offer suits like these, of ee ria; le be fabries like these, in styles like these, of the value of a Sie 7: 1 these—at $29.75. . ae meee | oe ; me See | e Every suit is made of pure worsted. Many oo a — 2 are in blue serge—a good quality, heavy weight, fee fe long-wearing and dependable blue serge. fe Oe le ie Co Af _ ‘There are all sizes for men and young men of all ages te + Ff’ and all builds. os . oF , a 7. The Models= The Patterns— 1 bo | Conservative styles for men. Desirable pencil stripes. | Gea «6 . Single-breasted models for | Small and medium checks. fee young men, Neat and attractive plaids. ' . _ Double-breasted models for Mixtures in many combina- Lift & young men, + tons. - : st % ee sia The Woolens— The Colorings— oO is [ealere areata Blues—plain and mixed, ee High grade, pure worsteds, Blacks. bale Excellent linings and trim- Browns—plain and mixed. : mings. Grays—Light and dark, THE VIRGIN ISLANDS 6. Economic and Industrial Condit fons, are far from being satisfactory, as shown by the variation in the imports and exports between the islands and the U. S. Fiscal year 1920:21—Exportw $3,571,787; Imports, $4,162,049; ‘Total, $7,734,736. Fiseal year, 1921-22—Kx- ports, $754,729; Imports) » $1,836,567; Total, $2,581,096. This miarked loss ot trade is largely due to:—(a) Our gen- eral policy of treating the ‘Islands only as an outpost of defense for Panama Canal. (b) Federal protibition which crippled the bay Rum industry of the Islands. (c) Serious droughts which almost eliminated crops flast three years. (d) St. Thomas, although one of the finest ports in the West Indies or the world, is no longer used ar a port of call by the steamship lines using the Panama Canal and sailing to and from Atlantic ports of South America. This combination of conditions creates an appallingly large per cent of unemploy ment and already evidences of under nourishment are apparent. 7.—Leading Industries—(a) Sugar cane 12,000 acres; b. Cotton, 2,000 acres (c) Grasses and fodder 30,000 acres (cattle raising;) (d) Fishing; (e) Coaling steamships—150 men, 300 wo: men; (f) Watering ships (when there ig any water available.) 8, Wages:—(a) Agricultural, 20 to 40 cents a day; (b) Fishing very nomi nal; (c) Coaling vessels, 2 cents rer basket, average 60 cents per day, and only 2 days per week. 9. Housing of Workers—Largely one- room shacks with an occasional lean- to kitetten. 10, Food of Workers Largely “Fun- gee” ( a mess of corn meal and fish.) 11. Cost of Living, as per above out Uned conditions is naturally very low but unless something is done to im- prove the opportunity for work these neaple must migrate to avoid sinking to an economic level abhorrent to our American Ideals. 12. Native Population is clean, bright genial, peaceful, intelligent; 98 per cent ean read and write: hon st and yory plite, Very little crime, and that largely in the seaport towns. RECOMMENDATIONS. 1, Installation of a Water Supply and irrigation system to meet agricultural and domestic needs. Rainfall generally ample if conserved. This will insure ‘more regular employment as well ao more and better home grown food sup plies. 2. Restoration of St. Thomas as a ‘Port of Call with— (a) The same right of foreign veasels to seal their wine, etc., lockers as when passing through ‘the Panama Canal, (b) Develop water supply to meet needs of all ships. 3, Institute a Study of Preparation. of Bay Rum that will restore its mar- ket standing without violating our Pro hibition laws, The Bureau of Stant- ards of the Department of Commerce ould materially help in this study, as well as that of the Bureau of Chemis- ary of the Department of Agriculture. 4. While the native population thru ‘their long custom of “Consentual Mar ‘riages” are as moral as any in the West Indies. yet it is very advisable that all marriages should conform to our standards of martial relations. It is not fair to these people to classify thelr children from “Consentual Mat riages” as illegitimate in the broad sense that we often use the term. The fact that over twothirds of the chil- dren are the product of these .‘Consen tual Marriages” shows the mecessity from some education in the moral code of our American standards. 5. As an Aid to the Development of the preceding ideal of American stand- ards we strongly urge that a system be arranged between the Public Schools of the Virgin Islands and the leading Colored Colleges in the United States for an exchange of teachers and schol arsivips for Island students of from one (1) to onk huniired each year in order that the educational systeming be stim ulated and true American ideas and ideals be assimélated and encouraged on the Islands as well as on the main- land of the United States. land of the United States. 6. 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We suggest that ‘the Department of Commerce make a special study of the manufacturing and commercial possibilities, and the Department of Agriculture of agricultural possibili- tles, so that these people can feel that thelr homeland under our Government {s receiving a living considera’ion oth than that of a mere outpost of de fonse. mt 8. Wo respectfully suggest that a long ex term for each Governor appointed will be more beneficial thau the saort FIVE er and more uncertain tenures in offic? | Note;—Seven (7) Governors ia about 3 years, Proof of value of longer service is shown that under the Gover- norship of present incumbent who al though he has held office only 4 months yet has brought about several changes lof material benefit to the better well being of the people on these Islands. 9. Seasonal Labor Competition from adjacent alien islands deserves immed fate consideration, aa\lt generally the ‘terferes with the limited opportunities avail able to the natives and largely ex plains extremely low standard of wag- es. And lastly we respectfully suggest that the Resotution passed by the Joint Session of the Colonial Council of the Virgin Islands and approved by Gover- nor Phillip Williams on the 15th day of Febraary. 1924, deserves thee serious investigation and consideration of the ‘Congress of the United States and the [Department of the Government which more or less handle such problems. N.Y. CLUB MAY MATCH WILLS=FIRPO Colored Colleges Confer on Athletics... BATTLE MAY BE HELD JULY 26 IN BALL STADIUM IF FIRPO SIGNS AN AGREEMENT SIX (N. Y. Times, March 13.) Negotiations for the proposed heavy weight bout between Luis Angel Firpo of Argentina and Harry Wills, New Orleans Negro, under the auspices on the Cromwell A. C. reached a stage yesterday where the afternoon of July 26 was tentatively agreed upon as the date for the contest in the event that it is signed by Jimmy Johnston, club matchmaker. The bout will be at the Yankee Stadium unless unforeseen developments compel a change of plans. In that event it is likely the contest will be decided in the Polo Grounds under an arrangement to exist whereby the Cromwell A. C. officials will have the National League park at their disposal in case of such an emergency. If such a change is made with respect to the proposed bout, a change in date also will be necessary to conform with the playing schedule of the Giants. Holly Mc Carney, local representative of Firpo, was authority for the announcement of a tentative date for match, which has yet to be actually signed. Mc Carney made his announcement after a conference with Matchmaker Johnston, at which preliminary details were agreed upon by both parties. It was specifically announced, how ever, that, while Firpo had cabled acknowledgement of an offer said to be a satisfactory percentage of whatever money the proposed bout draws, nothing has been signed to bind either Firpo or the club McCarney added that nothing will be signed until Firpo arrives here about April 14. The date which McCarney said Johnston first fought for the match was in August, but this date was rejected by McCarney who on instructions from Firpo, he said, insisted on the July date. Johnston has not yet signed Willis to a contract. This formality will not be fulfilled until Firpo's signature is an fixed to a document which will bind him so far as the Cromwell A. C. is concerned. The club matchmaker declared in affecting a satisfactory arrangement with Wills who, through Paddy Mullins, his manager, has persistently sought a bout with Firpo as a stepping stone to a clash with Champion Jack Dempsey. McCarney announced that he had notified Windsor, Can., promoters who are seeking Firpo's services in a proposed bout against Jack Renault. Canadian heavyweight, that they would have to post a substantial money guarantee before Firpo would sign. An offer of a $200,000 purse of which Firpo would receive the Lion's share, is been made for this contest, which is prop sad for May 24 in Canada. McCarney wired the promoters he said, that they must post the sum of $50,000 by March 24 as an evidence of their good faith. C. I. A. A. HOLDS BIG ATHLETIC MEETING C. I. A. A. HOLDS BIG ATHLETIC MEETING (Proton News Service) HAMPTON, V. MARCH 20—The Colored Intercollegiate Athletic Association, composed of Howard, Lincoln, Shaw, Union, Hampton, Petersburg, Virginia Seminary and St. Paul held its Thirteenth Annual meeting at Virginia Seminary and College, Lynchburg, Va. Every school in the association was represented. The following delegates were present: L. L. Watson, Howard University; Dr. W. G. Alexander, Lincoln University; Dr. J. O. Plummer, and H. H. Gill Shaw University; H. D. Martin, A. A. Branch, and S. A. Barksdale, Virginia Union University; Gideon E. Smith and Charles H. Williams, Hampton Institute; W. A. Rogers, T. L. Purvey and H. C. Graves, Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute; T. M. Crowder, J. H. Lawrence and D. A. Jackson, Virginia Seminary and College; J. L. White head and Winston Douglas, St. Paul Normal and Industrial School. The meeting was the most important and far reaching yet held by the association. There was a fine spirit of harmony and a strong desire on the part of the institutions to place athletics on an educational basis. It was the final verdict of the members that only through such an organization as the C. I. A. a can athletics be conducted and controlled so that they will be an educational, moral and social asset to the thousands of young men and women now participating in the various forms of athletic activity. OBJECTION IS RAISED. L. L. Watson, director of physical education at Howard University presented Howard's objections to the press eligibility rules. The Howard authorities, according to Mr. Watson, believe they should not be subject to the eligibility rules now enforced by the as sociation. They believe that students who are not of college grade, but who have played on any other association teams, if they go to Howard, should be eligible to four years of competition on Howard's teams. They believe that those years in which such students have played against Howard should not be counted. After prolonged discussion, this question was submitted to a committee to investigate and report its recommendations. Because of the demand for greater recognition of tennis, the association voted to conduct an annual tennis tournament, the first tournament to be held this Spring. DATE OF MEETING CHANGED The date of the annual meeting was changed from March to the second week in December. This is considered a better time to discuss the problems arising during the football season. A committee on Football schedules was appointed. It will present a tentative schedule for all the teams at the Decem ber meetings. A number of speakers appeared before the body and presented live topics dealing with athletic problems. These will be printed in full in the 'C. I. A. A. Bulletin.' KEARNS UNCERTAIN AS TO DEMPSEY'S FIGHTS. Manager Says He Is Not Sure Champion Will Defend Crown During Summer. RICKARD IS NON-COMMITTAL Promoter Intimates That He Fears Matching Titleholder for Only One Outdoor Battle. Whether Jack Dempsey will engage in one, two or three bouts, or does not fight at all, during the coming outdoor season, has not yet been determined, according Jack Kearns, the champion's manager, despite the announcement credited to Dempsey in Chicago yesterday that he defended his title only against Luis Angel Firpo in a bout on Labor Day. Reports that he had abandoned hopes of arranging a return bout between Dempsey and Tom Gibbons and that he had decided to stage the proposed Dempsey-Firpo bout in his arena in Jersey City, were denied by Promoter Tex Rickard as premature. However, Rickard indicated a preference for one Dempsey bout on the ground that too many important outdoor battles have a depressing effect on boxing. Kearns was at a loss to account for the statement credited to Dempsey. "I suppose the writers just crowded the champ on his arrival and he had to say something," said Kearns. "He does not know how many mights he will have this year or whether he will fight at all. That all depends on developments. As a matter of fact I don't know how many mights Dempsey will engage in. I have been waiting patiently for some reliable promoter to come for ward with a legitimate offer, but as yet have heard nothing. I have now practically accepted a moving picture offer for the champ, but he'll be ready for any bouts which may crop up. WAITING FOR RESPONSIBLE OFFER "It is to our advantage to have as many fights as we can. That means more money for us. But if there is only one fight for Dempsey, and that one is against Firpo, then he will engage in only one fight. On the other hand, if there are two or three fights for the champ, he'll be found ready for business. It was originally planned to have Dempsey meet Gibbons, Firpo and Wills this year, but so far I have not had a responsible offer for any of these bouts, although I am always to be found and am open to any legitimate proposition. As the situation now stands unless a satisfactory fight off or is made pretty soon I'll accept moving picture work for Dempsey which will keep him busy until July. Then he will be prepared to enter training for any fight that may materialize in the Fall, whether it is against Firpo or anybody else." Rickard repeated his assertion that he still contemplates a Dempsey-Gibbons bout as an attraction in Manhattan or Jersey City, in addition to a Dempsey-Firpo battle. But he admitted he had no definite understanding with Kearns or Dempsey as to how many fights the champion would accept this year. The promoter added that he expects to confer with Kearns within a few days, when the situation will be definitely settled. "I am in favor of having only one heavyweight championship match a 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. --- year, instead of two or three, because frequent important houts affect interest in boxing generally," said Rickard "At the same time I am prepared to arange a Dempsey-Gibbons bout for the Spring or early Summer if the public wants it, and a Dempsey-Firpo match for the Fall. Whether my operations will be here or in Jersey City I don't know. CAN OBTAIN POLO GROUNDS "I can obtain the use of the Polo Grounds if I want it, or I can take any important matches I make to Jersey City if I desire. if the State Athletic Commission adopts its plan of limiting field seats at baseball park boxing bouts to 5,000 I may be compelled to go to Jersey City. There's a big difference between the 40,000 seats I had on the field for the Dempsey-Firpo bout and the 5,000 that the commission would permit if such a plan is put into effect. Under the circumstances it would be impossible to make a financial succeess here of any heavyweight championship bout. Rickard announced that he had heard of no new developments concerning Erminio Spalla, Italian heavyweight '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.' or Quintin Romero-Rojas, Chilean heavyweight who are expected to come to this country to box under his super vision. (N. Y. Times, March 13.) LOENDI DEFEATED BY RAGE TEAM FOR FIRST TIME IN THREE YEARS. (Preston News Service) ATLANTIC CITY, N. J., MARCH 20—Minus the services of "Pimp" Young, and playing against a team, generally conceded to be one of the weakest, this city has had in years, the famed Loondi quintet, on the fag-end of a hard schedule, received its first set-back in three years at the hands of a colored team, when the Vandal Athletic Club defeated them, 45-40. The game, hard-fought and spectacul lar throughout, was only decided after an extra five-minute period on the Sea shore Court. Sensational field goals by Rube Al- boy and Jackie Saunters in the last 60 seconds of the 5-minute extra period climbed the hectic contest for the Shore dribblers. The lineup: VANDAL A. C.—45 LOENDI—40. Dorssey (C.) .....Forward .....Ricks Knox .....Forward .....Moton Saunders .....Center .....Sessons Alboy .....Guard ..Betts (C.) McLean .....Guard ..Posey Substitutions: Ringgold for Alboy. Field Goals, Dorssey 8: Knox, Saunders 5: McLean, Ricks 8: Sessions, 2: Moton, 4: Betts, Foul's: Dorssey 4 out of 4: Knox, 24: Saunders, 24: Alboy, 0:2: Ringgold, 0-1: McLean, 3-4: Ricks 4-5: Moton, 2-2: Posey 3-3. Time of halves: 20 minutes; one extra 5-minute period. Half-time score, Loendi 22; Vandals 2. Referee, Sawyer. HOWARD UNIVERSITY TO HAVE NEW ATHLETIC FIELD (Preston News Service) WASHING'TON, D. C., MARCH 21 2 TABLETS Every 3 Hours BREAKS THAT COLD Hill's Cascara Bromide Quinine will break your cold in one day. Taken promptly it prevents colds, la gripe and pneumonia. Demand red box bearing Mr. Hill's portrait. All druggists. Price 30c. HILL'S CASCARA QUININE W. H. HILL CO. BROMIDE DESTROY, MICH. (B-20-1) —Announcement has just been made to the effect that land for a new athletic field at Howard University has been secured. Plans call for the erection of an athletic field and gymnasium. The land to be taken over comprises 45,000 square feet and is faced with a 300-foot frontage on Euclid Street N. W. Portions of adjacent streets and al- leys will be closed. ADDITIONAL SPORTS ON PAGE 8 Subscribe to The Planet REITING. Presenting approximately 100,000 land, not including the title of this city, who are its community and the housing. The assets to re-open the contract from the decree signify that the closing of the presence in its Company, Inc., are not secured to being further repre-visible prospect of the of satisfying the intended Realty Company, and bank, it is furnished and instructed possible date, together with the utilities of saidmitted to them by the view of satisfying setting a prompt dis- of the assets of said to its proper. It that they cannot be turned in and balance animosous vote, decided as relieves the situation of the 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 hedged not to make any presented. The primaryinate amount of liability white people and the good, let us re-open the NG. approximately three hundred not including the holders of this city, who are vitally intimately and the good opinion to re-open the Mechanic's decree signed by the a the closing ofence in its Inc., secured to other repre-pect of the satisfying the City Company. It is fur-instructed state, together said them by the satisfying prompt dis-ets of said oper. they cannot determine the need in and balanced. To my vote, decided to share in the situation and enables with such a recommendation. be been unofficially reported over to help the colored people should not figure in the those depositors who are those who wish to deposit the not to make any run on the Bank. The primary purpose at the amount of liability, put up by people and the self-sacrifice us re-open the Bank. JOHN MITCHELL, JR. --- Beautiful Girl Reveals Secret Once my hair was anything but long and silky soft as it is now, and my complexion was sallow, and there were often unsightly pimples on my face. One day I heard of Exelento Quinine Pomade for the hair and purchased a jar. Almost immediately it stopped all dandruff, made my hair grow long, soft and fine, and gave it a delightful sheen. Because of the perfectly wonderful results I obtained from Exelento Quinine Pomade, I purchased a jar of Exelento Skin Beautifier. It changed my sallow complexion to a clear, lovely skin, glowing with health. For pimples and other skin blemishes, it has no equal. If I am as beautiful as people say, it is all due to Exelento preparations. Exelento Quinine Pomade and Exelento Skin Beautifier may be obtained for only 25% at most drug stores, or will be sent postpaid upon receipt of price by the EXELEENTO MEDICINE CO., Atlanta, Ga. AGENTS WANTED EVERYWHERE Write For Particular three hundred the holders of the vitally inter- ood opinion of the Mechanics used by the able determine this inced. To meet to share in any and enables the commendation as ally reported to colored people not figure in this s who are ur- to deposit their un on the Bank purpose at this put up the self-sacrificing Bank. --- ```markdown ``` NEWS OF THE WORLD AS SEEN BY THE CAMERA'S EYE. Boston, Mass.—The S. S. Leviathan is shown here arriving at the drydock at South Boston, where the giant liner will undergo repairs. --- --- A PRINCE OF WALES AROUND AFTER FALL London—Prince of Wales, with his arm in a sling, chatting with F. H. Barnard, the Oxford Captain, who led his player against the Tottenham Hotspurs in a thrilling football match at White Hart Lane. This was the first public appearance of the Prince since he was thrown from his horse. Boston, the giant l London—Prince of Wales, with his arm in a sling, chatting with F. H. Barnard, the Oxford Captain, who led his players against the Tottenham Hotspurs in a thrilling football match at White Hart Lane. This was the first public appearance of the Prince hence he was thrown from his horse. ```markdown ``` M. SUCCESSOR TO DENBY Theodore E. Burton, present Representative and former Senator from Ohio, who was appointed by President Coolidge as Secretary of the Nevy, to succeed Edwin Denby, resigned. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND, VIRGINIA MANSFIELD KENYON MENTIONED AS LIKELY DAUGHERTY SUCCESSOR W. S. Kenyon, former U. S. Senator from Iowa, who is prominently mentioned as a likely successor to Attorney General Daugherty as Chief of Department of Justice. President Cool idge seems determined that Daugherty shall resign from his Cabinet. TITANIC TITANIC THE LEVIATHAN UP FOR REPAIRS. S. S. Leviathan is shown here arriving at the drydock at Sargo repairs. THE MUSICIAN WONDER IF UNCLE JOE QUIT SMOKING? Chicago—This is the first picture of Uncle Joe Cannon, retired Congressman, without the inevitable cigar in his mouth, gives rise to the belief that after all, he has finally decided desert the fair Lady Nicotine. Chicago—This is the first picture of Uncle Joe Cannon, retired Congressman, without the inevitable cigar in his mouth. It gives rise to the belief that after all, he has finally decided to desert the fair Lady Nicotine. SEVF ```markdown ``` THE EDITOR ANOTHER BRYAN PRESIDENTIAL POSSIBILITY Lincoln, Nebr.—Charles G. Bryan, Governor of Nebraska and brother of the famous William Jennings Bryan, like "W. W." harbors presidential aspirations and is looked upon as a true dark horse at the coming Democratic Convention. ANOTHER BRYAN PRESIDENTIAL POSSIBILITY Lincoln, Nebr.—Charles G. Bryan, Governor of Nebraska and brother of the famous William Jennings Bryan, like "W. J." harbors presidential aspirations and is looked upon as a true dark horse at the coming Democratic Convention. ```markdown ``` M. NEW CHAIRMAN AT HELM OF SENATE OIL INVESTIGATION COM. U. S. Senator Ed. F. Ladd, Acting Chairman of the Senate Oil Investigating Committee during the absence of Chairman Lenroot, who went to Southern Pines, N. C., for a rest. pC (Continued from Page 6) i UNION CAGERS BEAT ST. PAU La Im a thrilling floor battle last Sat urday night at Johnson’s Auditorium the famous Panther machine warmed up to its task of defeating the St Paul Quintet in the last period, after emerging from a hot battle in the first halt on the short end of a 11-9 score. The fina] count, when the referee's shrill whistle heralded the end of the game, was Union, 29, St. Paul 23, ‘The St. Paul lads surprised the Unionites, who had underrated them and in the initial period with the aggressive Tate leading the scoring, they appeared, as a real threat to the Panthers. J. Brown stood out for Union in the first half and Jimmy Allen starred in the last half by making 5 field goals and 2 free throws. Union—29 23—St. Paul Pickett Fr Faulk Gregory Fr Tate W. Jackson c Lindssy J. Jackson & Anis Sian G. Walker “Substitujes—B, Brown, “. “lw” and Lee. —_+-2->— TIGER FLOWERS’ EYES INFECTED; BOUTS OFF. (Preston News Service) ATLANTA, GA, MARCH 21.—Tiger Flowers, sensational southpaw of Walk Miller's stable, one of Atianta’s possi Dilities for a world’s championship, is suffering from infected eyes, and his Hout here with George Robinson, sclted tuled for last week, has been cancelled. Flowers is suffering from what ad pears to be the same sort of malady that attacked Peter Herman of New Or Jeans, and cost the eyesight of the chain ‘pion, Fortunately, Flowers is affecte Pith a mild form of the ailment ane prompt medical attention has bee given. Miller hopes to have his cyclone ready for fighting, by early May, when he is scheduled to meet Jeff Smith in ‘ decision bout at Juarez, Mexico. It ts hoped also to arrange the George Rob: inson bout for May 20 here. Never in his six years of promotion have 30 many ringside seats been Te served so far in advance of a fight, Miller declared. The prospects of seeing the “Tiger” in action against the man who earned a draw here several reeks ago, proved very attractive to the At aan aes teres FIRPO AGREES TO FIGHT WILLS IN YANKEE PARK. NEW YORK, MARCH 20.—James 3 Johnston, promoter and manager, said jast week that Luis Firpo bas agree to fight Harry Wills at the Cromwell ‘A. ©, next summer. He made the ‘statement after a conference with Wil liam McCarney, American represent2- tive of the Argentinian. ‘The Cromwell A. C., is the name ot the club which epersted last season at the Yankee stadium, where it held the Benny Leonard-Lew Tendler fight. Yohnston is understood to have big packing in the promotion ventures. Promoter Tex Rickard, who oneret Firpo $200,000 to fight Wills, under his direction, refuses to get excited, ‘and says he is doing no more calling. Recently Lew Raymond was suppos ed to be angling for Firpo and W and claims to have had the latter. ‘Wills, it appears, is always perfectly willing to fight anyone, and does not make as much fuss about money as oth er fistic folks. But the Raymond thing is now dead, AMOUNT OFFERED NOT KNOWN. ‘Whether Johnston can see his way of going higher than Tickard for the fight is not known. ‘A number of well-informed fight fol lowers are inclined to think Firpo does ‘not care to meet Wills before taking fon Jack Dempsey again. ——— \ Hubbard Shows Form. (Preston News Service) New York, March 13.—Among the promising college candidates for the ‘American Olympic team uncovered in the eastern indoor intercollegiate and the University of Illinois games Satur day night was DeHart Hubbard, Univer sity of Michigan broad jumper, who {s sure of a place on the Olympic teat made a great jump of 24 feet, 7 inches in the Illinois games. — —When a mule laughs, it is time to seek cover and you will find it at the Rayo Theatre next week, when the La- fayette Players present the fine plays here next ¥ eek. —-- ’ ‘TOOK DR. KING’S COUPE. Rev. Dr. T. J. King keers his Ford coupe at A. D. Price’s establishment. Last Tuesday night, at about 11 o'clock it was found to be missing and a re- port was made to Police Headquarters that it had been stolen. Funeral Direc- tor A.D. Price was going West on Leigh Street, Tuesday night shortly after the loss of the car and he saw a coupe that he at once recognized as the missing automobile. He gave chase and after firing on the occupant suc- ceeded, in overtaking tim. He found John Price at the wheel. ‘He was arrested, appeared in the Po- lice Court last Wednesday morning and ‘was sent on to the grand jury. The po- Ice were on a look-out for the car and 80 active were they that they stopped ‘Mr. Price as he was returning from Police Headquarters with the coupe. —_—-2->——_ —Have the Planet delivered at your door, An order given over the ‘phone ‘will insure prompt attention and quick delivery. Patronize bome newspapers. EBENZER T. BE, L, BIBLE CLASS INSTALLS OFFICERS Wednesday evening, the 12th, the neatly: appointed and spacious home of Mrs. Lucy Fields, 200 East Clay, in whose home reside Miss Mary S. ‘hostesses to the T, E. L. Bible Class, ;was spent an eveiting of real pleas ‘ure. ‘The parjors were beautifully ‘trimmed with nile green and- white streamers, the class colors, artisti- cally atranged. “The followiig program was ren dered; Singing by the Class; prayer, Rey. J. J. Carter. vocal 3010, Mr. Luther Cosby; remarks by teacher, /Aiss Lucy A. Peters, vocal sojo, Miss Lavinia Banks; brief review of work of the Class since organization, Mrs. L, W. Barco; melaphone solo, Prof. ‘Joseph Matthews. "The officers and heads of the dit ferent committees formed a semt- circle, with Miss Peters at the head. ‘Dr. Stokes, the speaker of the even- ing, in well chosen words, made the ‘installation address, which was en- joyed by all, Among the visitors ‘present were, Rev. J, J. Carter, Mrs. Ora B. Stokes, Mrs. Bessie B. Cole- man, Prof. Joseph Matthews, Mr. Luther Cosby, Miss Lavinia Banks, ‘Mrs. Virginia Mijler Adams, Mr, and Mrs. Fiejds, Mr, Fred Pike, Mrs. 8. Alice Kemp Burrell, Mrs. Octavia Pike, Mrs. Emma J. Ware, Mrs. Bes- sie Brown Coleman and Miss Flor- ence Munford, ‘The following officers were in- stalled: Teacher, Miss Lucy A. Peters;, President;\ Vice-Presidents, Mrs, Katherine Drewitt, Mrs, Mar- tha Carter, Miss Mary S. Davis; Treasurer, Mrs. Addie Randlph; Sec retary, Mrs. Bessie B. L, Carr; As- sistant, Miss Lou Eldridge; Report- er, Mrs. Sophia Dabney; Committee Chairmen, Mrs. Fannie Scott, Miss Bessie Edwards, Mrs. Nannie Dick- erson and Miss Pauline Kemp. ‘The supper served was the best of the season, At almost 11 o'clock, hats and wraps were next in order. So closed the first year’s chapter of the T, E. L. Bible Class. NOTICE. ‘To the Pastors of all Baptist Churches in the City:— All Pastors are urged to come to the First Baptist Church. 14th and Broad Streets and bring their congresation nwith them, Sunday March 30th, 3 P. M. ‘All Choirs are requested to unite and form a jubilee choir which will sing at this meeting. Prominent speakers from all sections of the State will speak. W. L. RANSOME, Chairman Campaign Com. —-->—_—__ SALVATION ARMY SELF DENIAL APPEAL FOR HOMB AND FOREIGN MISSIONS. To The Publig— Self-denial week is the grea‘ centre f the Salvation Army the season when all our forces, all our faith, and el! our energy aro forcussed upon needs whic in no way affect our own sphere or st" roundings. Ina word, selfdenial is the cup which takes the measure of our love for the great missionary responsibili- ties which God has laid upon us all. for after all, every chitd of Grace is a mis sionary and should be a partaker in the work of’ Christ. ‘As I think of self-denial and all it means. and all it asks, it comes to me, such an effort must be the most wer come, the most natural and the most dear to any consecrated heart. ‘The need of the Salvation Army at this particular time has grown inex- pressibly big, and from all parts of the missionary world comes news—that goes to show that the opportunity is £0 stupendous that the lover of souls is lost in its immensity. In faraway China, and Japan, Korea and India, and in hungerstricken, woe—oppressed —Central Europe also among us in this great United States of ours comes the call for help, will you help to alleviate the spiriutal and financial needs of the needy? But you may say how can I help? God says. “Bring ye all the tithes into the Storehouse that there may he ‘meat in my house, and prove me now herewith, saith the Lond of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour you out a blessing that there shall not be room enougis to receive It. ‘Malachi 8:10, thus you see there is a great blessing in giving to the work ‘of God; henee, your donation sent to the Salvation Army Self~Denial Ap- eal in care of Captain R. J. Chrisholn the officer in charge of the Colored Branch. at 316 W. Clay Street will be appreciated and will be used by the Salvation Army. ‘Tickets for the Salvation Army Cou- cert at Leigh Street M. E. Church, 5th and Leigh, March 24th are being sold ‘at Mr, Sampson's, the barber on Sec- ond Street at 10 cents each. Where Everybody Goes. THEATRE Matinee Daily, 3 to 5:30, 10-15 2% Every Night, 6:30 to 11:30, 10-25 55 Bntire Change of Show Mon. Thor BEST FEATURE PICTURES ‘THE WEEK OF MARCH 24 TO 2? Direct From New York and Phila. 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C,, MARCH 21.-- ‘The strange sight of master serving his dump animal was so unusual that all of the office force of the Police Cour: stopped, work last Friday to watch a colored’ man pulling his wagon up Sixth Street, while is horse calm!y walked bebind . Both seemed oblivious to the atten: tion and jeering remarks that were di- rected to them by curious pedestrians on the sidewalks. The old man would pull the wagon for a short distance ‘and stop to rest, but made no attempt to compel aid from the horse. ‘When questioned he said, that his horse had become fatigued after pull ing a heavy load, and, not wislring to overburden the animal he said, ‘1 climbed into the harness and started homeward, That horse is tired. I know he is. He couldn't tell me so. Most Deo ple are dumber than animals, ungrat2 ful and lazy too,” he concluded and then resumed his way homeward. _—-2-> AWARD FOR DEAD BARBER'S CHILD DOUBLED BY SENATE. (Preston News Service.) WASHINGTON, D. C., MARCH 20.— Under a Senate resolution passed last Saturday provision was made for the payment of Mrs. Annie M. Peterson, sole surviving child of John Hickmon, of one year's compensation at the rate of Hickman’s salary at the time of his death. Hickmon, at the time of his death re cently, had been on the rolls of the United) States Senate for 58 years. Vir tually all of that time he was in the Senate barber shop, where he became acquainted with every man who has served in the Senate in the last half century. In appreciation of his faith: ful and efficient services the usual six months’ compensation in lieu of funer al expenses in his case was doubled. —- —First: class plays are not always @b. tainable, but they are always first class plays that the Lafayette Players will render at the Rayo Theatre this week. 'VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the | With day of March, 1924, CATHERINE JONES, ......Plaintit against In Chancery CLAIBORNE JONES, .... .Defendant: ‘The object of this suit is to obtain an absolute divorce from the bond ot matrimony by the plaintiff from the defendant on the ground of adultery And. an affidavit having been made and filed that the defendant, Claiborne Jones, is not a resident of the State o: Virginia, it is ordered that he appear here within ten days after due publi cation of this order and do what may be necessary to protect his interest in this suit. A Copy, ‘Teste: LUTHER LIBBY, Clerk. J.B. BYRD, ». a VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the City of Richmond, the 2th day of February, 1924. LOTTIB BRANOH, ........-Plaintit against In Chancery CORNELIUS BRANCH, ...Defendant The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony by the plaintiff trom the defendant on the ground of desertion for more thax three years. And an afidavit having been made and filed that the defendant, Cornelitis | Branch is not a res{dent of the State of Virginia, it is ordered that he ap pear here within ten days after due publication of this order and do what may be necessary to protect his inter- est herein. A Cops, ‘Teste: LUTHER LIBBY, Clerk. GILES B. JACKSON, p. a, 511 North Second Street. > VIRGINIA—In the Law and Equity Court of the’Gity of Richmond. the 27th day of February, 1924 LENA B. JEROME, ...,.....Plaintitf against In Chancery HILLIARD S. JEROME ...Defendant ‘The object of this suit is to obtain a divorce from the bond of matrimony by the plaintiff from the defendant on the ground of desertion for more than three years. 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