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THE RICHMOND PLANET Virginia State Library. SEGREGATION LAWS INVALID 14-Year-Old Youth Gets 10 Years in Penitentiary. Charged With Attempted Assault on White Girl in Charlottesville, Virginia. VOLUME XLIV, NO.19 U.S. Supr 14-Yea Charged W SUPREME BENCH UPHOLDS THE RIGHT OF NEGRO TO RENT PROPERTY TO HIS RACE IN NEW ORLEANS. WASHINGTON, March 14—The United States Supreme Court today reaffirmed an earlier decision in which it declared to be unconstitutional laws and ordinances passed in Southern communities designed to segregate the races. The case hinged upon a New Orleans ordinance and two laws of the State of Louisiana stipulating the conditions under which residential property may be occupied by whites and Negroes in communities where the opposite race may be in the majority. Under the ordinance and laws it was provided that owners of property were required to obtain the written consent of the majority of persons in a community before renting property for residential purposes to persons of the other race. The prohibition applied to white persons as well as to Negroes. The case upon which today's ruling was made was that of Benjamin Harmon, a Negro, who sought to convert a house in New Orleans into two apartment flats with the intention of renting the property to Negroes. He was enjoined from this procedure by Joseph W. Tyler. The State Supreme Court sustained the laws and the ordinance, notwithstanding Mr. Harmon's contention, that the restrictions were invalid and unconstitutional. The case came to the Supreme Court on Mr. Harmon's appeal. The action of the high court in the Harmon-Tyler case was limited to a statement by Chief Justice Taft that the judgment below was "reversed on the authority of Buchanan vs. Warley, 245 U. S. 60." The cited case came from Kentucky and involved a segregation ordinance of the City of Louisville which forbade colored from occupying houses in blocks where the greater part of the houses were occupied by white persons." The Louisville ordinance was held unconstitutional and discriminating on the ground that its effect was to prevent the sale of lots to Negroes the Court ruling that a city ordinance which seeks to prohibit colored persons from living in given neighborhoods "invades the right to acquire, enjoy and use property which is guaranteed in equal measure to all citizens, white or colored, by the Fourteenth Amendment. In the argument of the Harmon-Tyler case before the Supreme Court counsel pointed out that the Louisville decision was rendered years ago, and suggested that the Court take notice of changed conditions by modifying its position. WASHINGTON, March 8.—A State's right to legislate against Negroes setting up homes in restricted white residential sections was argued today in the Supreme Court. The case came from Louisiana on an appeal by Ben Harmon, a New Orleans Negro, who had been prevented under State and city statutes from converting his home into a two family flat for Negro families without first obtaining the consent of a majority of the white persons who reside in the community. Harmon's counsel drew an analogy between the Louisiana segregation laws and those of Louisville, Ky., which the attorney declared, had been held unconstitutional by the court. Harmon contended that under this decision the court was committed to the proposition that States' and municipalities cannot control use of property purely on racial grounds. Under questioning by the Court, counsel defending the segregation laws admitted that it was virtually impossible to make any distinction between the Louisville and New Orleans cases but told the Court changing times necessitated a new or modified interpretation of the problem. IN MEMORIAM In sad but loving remembrance of my dear husband, James E. Gibbs, who left me March 16, 1926, one year ago: One year ago today, you left me, How I miss your loving face; A beautiful life is ended, None on earth can take your place. Oh God, what a weight of sorrow Must I, the lonely, bear; A lonely home, a silent voice And only his vacant chair. The hands that did so much for me, Now helpless they lay, God knows they worked continuously But now they are gone today. It is hard to break the tender cord When love has bound the heart. It is hard, so hard to speak the words. Must we forever part? Dearest loved one, we have laid three In thy peaceful grave's embrace. But thy memory we will cherish, Till we see thy heavenly face. His Wife. MARTHA GIBBS, And His Daughter, HELEN. IN MEMORIAM In memory of my husband, John Holmes, who died March 11, 1925: Our days were happy when you were here. But Oh! how lonesome since you left Our life was built on hope, void of fear. Until God called you for Himself. Oh! Dear father, how we long for you And now when we kneel by our beds to pray, There's one thing we never fall to do And that's to ask that we join you some day. WIFE and DAUGHTER LUCAS—COGBILL Mr. and Mrs. John R. Cogbill wish to announce the marriage of their daughter, Gladys Elinor to Mr. Richard Foster Lucas. GREAT REVIVAL STILL ON Fourth Baptist Church, 28th and P Streets—Evangelist Dr. W. H. Skipwith, well-known preacher and singer, is still hurling his gospel bombs in sermons and songs into the devil's camp. Three thousand and five hundred people attended services at this church last Sunday. Dr. Boone, our missionary spoke to a crowded house in the morning. Dr. Skipwith spoke in the afternoon and night to a crowded house. We are having conversions every night. Dr. R. V. Peyton will speak next Sunday morning. Revival still on. RICHMOND, VIRGINIA. SATURDAY, MARCH 19 1927 Detective Headquarters With Fine System. (Special by John Mitchell, Jr.) A call at the Police Headquarters, Friday, 11th inst. and a visit to the office of Captain Alexander S. Wright's office in connection with the murder of "Pups," alias Willie James whose real name is said by his mother to be Theodore Sturges resulted in much interesting information. The average citizen has little or no conception of the intricate system of identification, which has been so simplified that on a moment's notice, out of a systematized mass of more than 28,000 criminals the history of any one of them can be furnished in a few moments. I saw the scales, the photographic equipment, the files and the photographs. Upon the action of Captain Wright Officer William A. Toler, the Bertilion expert proceeded at once to show the method of tracing criminals. His work is so arranged that he practically eliminates filing clerks and does himself, what under the old system it would have required at least six persons to do. Sergeant Wilshire was working on the "Fat Head" case, endeavoring to locate a photograph in the record box. In doing so, he came across the photograph, side and rear of "Pups," alias Willie James. The record showed that he gave (Continued on page 4. Last Sunday was a gala day at Third St. Bethel A. M. E. Church. At night the pastor, Dr. James S. Hatcher delivered his great sermon on "The Sun Moves" before a packed house. It was a great meeting and the offering was $57. On next Sunday morning, Dr. Hatcher will discuss "The Crucifixion of Jesus," in the morning and at the night service he will deliver his great sermon on The Black Man in the Bible and the League of Nations. Bethel Church is now undergoing some needed renovation. The public is always welcome at Bethel. Mr. Jake Wells, the great movie picture magnate, committed suicide at Hendersonville, N. C. last Wednes day. Mrs. Susie Robinson returned to the city last week from Fredericksburg, where she attended the funeral of Mrs. Clara Howard. A beautiful silver loving cup was presented to Dr. J. Heywood Blackwell, Jr., a popular, young and energetic practicing physician of South Richmond by the Richmond Medical Society for fourteen years service as Secretary-Treasurer of the organization. The presentation was made at the annual installation of officers and banquet, which was held in St. Luke Hall recently. REV. BRINKLEY PREACHES FINE SERMON AT CLAY STREET BAPTIST CHURCH. (Special by John Mitchell, Jr.) The Clay Street Baptist Church (New Baptist Church) was well att attended last Sunday morning at 11:30 when Rev. J. A. Brinkley, A. B. B. D. arose to deliver a sermon from the third chapter of Revelation, first verse: "I know thy works, that them hast a name, that they liven and art dead." He dealt with the church in Sardis and he compared it to the churches of today. He declared that one-half of the membership of the churches today were dead and half of the remaining half was in the predicament. PRUNING NEEDED He pointed out the necessity for pruning the membership in order that the work might go on. He declared that man was given to three things: work, play worship. When he worked, it was necessary for him to have recreation and play. Man in his natural state realized the existence of a Supreme Being and this fact caused him to worship. He drew illustrations from trees, a part of its branches producing no healthy fruit. This called for cutting off the limbs. THAT DYNAMITE BOMB He also illustrated it by a dynamite bomb, which contained everything but dynamite. It was all right to look at it, but it possessed no power. The house of God is the gateway to Heaven. There must be a conscious fellowship through Jesus Christ. We must know that Jesus Christ is walking with us day by day. At times Rev Brinkley rose to flights of eloquence and deeply affected the congregation. He possesses rare power as a pulpit orator, and created a profound impression. THE FINAL DELIVERANCE A collection had been lifted at the opening exercises. This was followed by another at the close. The choir sang the melodies that stirred the heart. Editor Mitchell sat near the door. The divine saw him, paid him a glowing tribute and insisted that he speak to the congregation. It was our first visit to the church since the demise of our boss friend. Rev. T. J. J. Mosby. The choir had chanted the Lord's Prayer. Then came the benediction and we passed out to Clay Street, deeply impressed by the discourse upon "The Living Church." Bring us your work work. You can 'phone us and we will send and get it. DR. REID LOSES CAR. Dr. Leon A. Reid and Mrs. Fannie James lost their automobiles by fire in the garage in the rear of 110 E. Leigh Street on Monday morning, about two, o'clock. The cause of the confagration is unknown. The cars were complete wrecks and with no insurance. MISS MORRIS AT THE SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH. What is "The Present Day Challenge to Colored Young People?" Don't fail to hear this answered in an address by Miss Easher S. Morris daughter of Dr. Charles S. Morris, Pastor of Fifth Street Baptist Church, Sunday, March 27, 1927, at 3:30 P. M. at Second Baptist Church, Some of Richmond's best talents will entertain you. NOTICE! All members of Knights of Pythias and Courts of Calanthe are requested to be present at the Thanksgiving Services, which will be held at Third Street Bethel A. M. E. Church, Sunday, March 27, 3 P. M. All Sir Knights and Courts of Calanthe are requested to meet in the basement at 2:30 P. M. The annual sermon will be preached by Rev. W. T. Johnson, D. D., of the First Baptist Church. MRS. LUCY CROSS, D.D.G.W.C GEORGE L. BRANCH, D.D.G.C A Card of Thanks. Mrs. Lottie Thornton wishes to thank her many friends, both white and colored, societies and clubs, for their charitable gifts, during her eight weeks of sickness at 519 St. James Street. Under the treatment of Dr. Blaney she is able to be out again. WILL CALL A PASTOR The Second Baptist Church has directed the Committee on Pastor to submit a name next Monday night and it is reported that a prominent divine's name will be offered for the pastorate. There is little doubt but what he will receive the needed two-thirds vote, but whether he will accept is another question. It is presumed that quick action will follow this nomination. Deacon E. F. Johnson is chairman of the committee. Rev. Dr. Randolph V. Peyton will preach at the Fourth Baptist Church, 28th and P Streets, Sunday morning at the eleven o'clock ser vice. Dr. Peyton will also serve the communion at 3:30 P. M. The public is cordially invited. 'Pups' Not Buried Yet The body of Willie James, alias "Pups" is still in the undertaking parlor of Cunningham and Minor, at 507 N. Fifth Street. The mother of the deceased, who is now in New York, is said to have stated that she would send the money to pay the expense of the embalming and the removal of the remains from the St. Phillips Hospital, but she afterwards changed her mind. Funeral Director H. L. Minor stated that he received a telegram from her saying that when he got tired holding the body, he could turn it over to Funeral Director Scott for burial. TIRED BUT HOLDING OUT Cunningham and Minor state that they are tired of holding it, but they will continue to be tired until the expense money is paid to them for the removal and the embalming. In the meantime, Coroner James M. Whitfield, who turned the remains over after autopsy announces that he will bury the remains and 'place them in Potter's Cunningham in Oakwood whenever Cunningham and Minor say the word. He is outspoken in saying that the mother should pay for the removal and the embalming. Hundreds of people have crowded the chapel to see the remains of "Pups." REV. LIGGINS PASSES AWAY REV. BROWN DELIVERS POWERFUI EULOGY—PRESIDENT FOUNTAIN PRESIDES. The funeral of Rev. William H. Liggins, who died suddenly at his residence early Sunday morning, at about 2 o'clock, took place at the Sixth Mt. Zion Baptist Church last Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock with Rev. A. W. Brown officiating. The spacious edifice was packed. Rev. J. E. Fountain, President of the Baptist Ministers Conference of Richmond and Vicinity presided to the satisfaction of his brother ministers. The choir sang, 'How Tasteless and T tedious the Hours' "Rev. S. P. Robinson gave out the hymn. Rev. J. W. Dudley read the Scriptures, I Thessalonians 4th chapter. A feeling prayer was offered by Rev. R. J. Bass. Mr. Joseph Matthews, with stirring melody sang, "Will the Circle Be Unbroken." Rev. J. A. Brinkley, A. B. B. D. read the resolutions. Rev. Liggins was pastor of Mt. Glead Baptist Church in Chesterfield Co., Va. Rev. A. W. Brown took his text from Philippians, 3rd chapter, 8.10 verses. It is impossible to describe the powerful oratory of this master of the mysterious hypnotic influence upon the rostrum. He worked the audience up to almost a frenzy of sympathy and enthusiasm. He smiled grimly as he saw the power he was exereding upon his hearers and then after about forty minutes, he sat hown as the listeners were in a wave of excitement over what he had said and the manner in which he had said it. Other speakers followed, Rev. J. E. Fountain, Rev. S. P. Robinson, Rev. M. C. Ruffin and Rev. W. H. PRICE, FIVE CENTS. LID d Tenants. entiary. e, Virginia. FIELDS GETS TEN YEARS CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA., March 8. — (Charlottesville Progress) — Declaring there was no doubt in his mind as to the defendant's guilt. Judge A. D. Dabney, in corporation court this morning sentenced Edwin Fields, colored, to 10 years in the penitentiary for attempted assault on a white girl on January 28. The trial lasted less than two hours and the taking of testimony required little more than an hour. On direct cross examination Fields testified he had no intention of assaulting the white girl; he said he thought she was a colored girl whom he intended to frighten. He admitted throwing a coat over the girl's head but denied taking her hand. The girl had previously testified that Fields caught her hand after throwing the coat over her and that her cries frightened him away. She declared she noticed Fields near the Calhoun and Watts Company and that he followed her to the Albemarle Oil and Gas Company plant, where the attempted assault took place. She declared the defendant said (Continued on page 4. 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She possesses a rich and charming voice of great depth and power, which has won her many admirers. The pianist is especially fitted for the place she fills. Aside from being a graduate from the College Department of Drake University, Des Moines, Iowa, she finished a course in piano, voice culture and harmony at the same university. The possession of a beautiful and well trained soprano voice is not the least of her many accomplishments. For several seasons, the Company has made return dates, and every season their audiences are larger and the circle of their personal friends is wider. The entire company is composed of a double quartet; that is, a Ladies' Quartet and a Male Quartet, and their selection of songs varies from the Opera to the Negro Boat and Cabin Songs. Spurlock. Rev. Brown announced the benediction and all filed out of the church, with many commenting upon the services. Funeral Director A. D. Prise had charge of the remains. Interment was in Greenwood. POP! AWK! OMIGOSH! 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The action of President Calvin Coolidge in commuting the sentences and pardoning the members of the 24th and 25th U. S. Infantry, convicted of participation in the Brownsville riot many years ago, was a move, which will have a far-reaching effect upon the justice loving white and colored people of this country. To punish men en masse for crimes committed by their fellows is always open to question. We were always of the opinion that the summary action taken was as much for its political effect at the time as for anything else. We are more than pleased to note that this justice loving Chief Executive of the Nation has seen fit to end a controversy, which would have continued as long as these men continued inside of the walls of a Federal Prison. The Supreme Court of the United States has ceased evading fundamental issues and is standing squarely upon the bed-rock principles of the Constitution. It ruled Monday, March 14, 1927 that the Louisiana and New Orleans segregation laws stipulating conditions under which residential property may be occupied by white and colored people in communities where the opposite race is in majority, are invalid. The case was one in which Benjamin Harmon sought to rent 232 Audubon Street, New Orleans, in a white community, to colored people without complying with city ordinances and State laws. The decision of the United States Supreme Court in the Texas Primary Case will very seriously affect the Lily White Republican Party and in states where the convention system is not again put in operation will put it absolutely out of existence. The reason for this is plain. Many Democrats with racial antipathies that is, with prejudice against the colored people, and many others while not having this prejudice themselves, were sensitive to criticism, especially that which dubbed the Republican organization as the Negro Party. With the colored folks voting the Democratic ticket and participating in the party organization, one party will be as much the Negro Party as the other. This class of people will then be able to consider the principles of the respective parties and if the colored people are wise and diplomatic, a new day will have dawned for them in the political organizations of the Southland. FULTON NOTES Pastor C. A. Cobbs will preach a special sermon at Mt. Calvary Sunday morning. Pack the building. Rev. O. B. Sims has finished a lesson on the Christian faith in her confessional Christ, in the meeting. ber confessed Christ in the meetings. Rev. Tuck preached a great sermon at Grace and I have told him, "I have heard thy prayer. I have seen thy tear." Rev Raymond Smith preached at night. Sister Letitia Henry is improving Brother Peter Waller is sick. Rev. B. J. Ruffin is doing great work at Union Level Church. He moved to his new home today, 708 State Street. Miss Willie F. Carter is convalescing at the home of her grandmother, 1012 State St. RHEUMATISM PAIN QUICKLY RELIEVED WITH RED CROSS PLASTER. Relief from the sharp, knife-like pains, the dull, never-ending aches of Rheumatism—that is what sufferers want. And you can have it. Simply apply a Johnson's Red Cross Kidney Plaster right over the seat of pain. You will be astounded and delighted with the quick comfort it brings almost instantly. No matter what treatments you may be taking in search of relief from Rheumatic troubles, don't to put on this old reliable Red Cross Plaster. It warms and smooths the affected parts, stops the pains and aches, subdues inflammation and drives out soreness in the swollen, painful flesh and joints. It gently massages the flesh with every movement of the body, and its medication is continually being absorbed through the skin into the tissues. You can cut the plaster into shapes and sizes to fit exactly the affected parts. 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The finger print system is accurate. Officer Toler said that it was practiced by the Chinese 3000 years before Christ. With the Bertillon system of measurements added, the identity of the prisoner is established with such absolute certainty that his name is not needed. He had there a copy of the finger print in the famous Hall case in New Jersey, which finger print was said to have been left upon one of the cards at the feet of the murdered Episcopalian rector. An arrow drawn showed the discrepancy in the lines and upon which the defense claimed that they were not identical with the finger prints of Mrs. Hall's brother. Page after page, picture after picture, including lynchings were shown. It was intensely interesting and possessed a world of information for me. Nearly three quarters of an hour quickly passed and I left the headquarters of the Chief of Detectives convinced that Richmond is favored with one of the best corps of officers to be found anywhere in this country. Certainly, it emphasized the fact that "the way of the transgressor is hard" and it will be much harder in this city and its environments. IDEALS PAY DEATH CLAIMS Richmond, Va., March 18, 1927. Mr. A. W. Holmes, Founder and Supreme Master of the National Ideal Benefit Society: My dear Sir—Your check for the payment of the death claim of my daughter, Elizabeth Watkins, late member of Dova Lodge, No. 218, is received. Marv thanks for prompt payment of the same. Yours sincerely, LILLIE BARNES. Agnewville, Va., March 18, 1927. Mr. A. W. Holmes Supreme Grand Master of the Ideal Society: Master of the Dear Society. Dear Sir,--I am very grateful to you and the Order for what you have done for me. I can say, that your Order is all that it professes to be. Your promptness in settling death claims is much credit to your Society. Very truly yours, ANNIE CHINN, Guardian of Grandlyn Chinn. Petersburg, Va., March 18, 1927 Mr. Holmes, of the Ideal Society, Richmond, Va.: I thank you and Mrs. M. E. Overton. Deputy, for the settlement of the death claim of Agnes Mills, who was a member of Golden Rod Lodge. You are doing a great work. Yours very truly, THADDEUS MILLS. Fields Gets Ten Years (Continued from page 1) nothing when he saw he was recognized and that he ran down by the Elliott Ice Company. The attempted assault took place shortly after six o'clock. Fields testified he told Police Chief Maurice Greaver that he thought the girl was one of his friends and that he only intended to frighten her. This information was not given the night of his arrest he stated. Chief Greaver failed to recall this when put on the stand. Numerous character witnesses tes tified that the boy's character was good. In passing sentence Judge Dabney pointed out that the defend ant's age saved him from a life sentence in the penitentiary. Fields and his witnesses testified he was 14 years old. THE RICHMOND PLANET, RICHMOND' VIRGINIA CHURCH DIRECTORY MT. OLIVE BAPT. CHURCH Location: Stop 5, Richmond Petersburg Pike. Services: 10 A. M., Sunday School; 11:30 A. M., Preaching each Sunday; 3:30 P. M., Lord's Supper each first Sunday. Rev. J. S. Johnson, A. M., D.D., Pastor. James M. Brown. Clerk MT. CARMEL BAPTIST CHURCH (1300 North First Street) Rev, Berryman H. Johnson, Pastor, Sunday 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. MT. CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH. (717 Orleans Street, Fulton) Rev, C. A. Cobbs, Pastor, Parsonage, $03 Louisiana Street. Services 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. The public is invited. FIFTH BAPTIST CHURCH (1400 West Carv Street) Rev. A. D. Daly, Pastor, Residence 1412 1 W. Cary S. Services: 11:30 A. M and B 8 P. M. Sunday School, 10:00 A. M. All are welcome. MT. OLIVET BAPTIST CHURCH, (25th and s Streets) Rev, J. Andrew Bowler, Pastor Residence, 112 E. Leigh Street. Services: Sunday, 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. .. MT. GILEAD BAPTIST CHURCH. (Chesterfield County) Rev. W. H. Liggins. Pastor, Residence, 1835 Mary St. Services, 1st and 3rd Sundays at 12:30 P. M. Sunday School every Sunday at 10:30 A. M. MOORE ST. BAPTIST CHURCH, (1408 S. Leaigh Street) Rev. Gordon B. Ha'cock, A. M. Pastor, Residence Virginia Union University, Services: Sunday, 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. SHARCN BAPTIST CHURCH. (Corner First and Leigh S.) Rev. R. H. Johnson, B.D. M.A. pastor, Residence, 11 E. Clay St. Services: Sunday, 11:30 A. M. and 8:15 P. M. Sunday School, 10 A. M. All are invited MT. TABOR BAPTIST CHURCH. (North 22nd Street Woodville) Rev. R J. Eas. Pastor, Residence 15 E. Duval Street. Services: Sunday 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH. (Broad and College Streets) Rev. V. T. Johnson, D. D., Pastor, Residence, 621 N. 8th St. Services: Sundays, 11:30 A. M and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. FIFTH STREET BAPISTI CHURCH (Fifth and Jackson Streets) Rev. Charles S. Morris, D. D., Pastor, Residence, 1401 Idlewood Ave. Services: Sundays, 11:30 A. M and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. B. Y. P. U 6 P. M. Public invited. ST. MARK BAPTIST CHURCH, (Glen Allen, Va.) MT. SALEM BAPTIST CHURCH, (Penola, Va.) Rev. M. C. Ruffin, Pastor Residence, 611 St. Peter St. Services at Glen Allen, 2nd and 4th Sundays at 1 P. M. At Penola, services on the 3rd Sunday at 12:30 P. M. Sunday School every Sunday at both places at 11:30 A. M. FOURTH BAPTIST CHURCH. (23th and P. Streets) Services in charge of the Deacon Board, pending successor to Dr. E. Payne, lamented pastor Visiting Divines each Sunday Services: 11:30 A M and 8 P M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are invited. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH (Byrd St. between 1st and 2nd Sts.) Pulpit in charge of Pulpit Committee pending successor to the late Dr. Z. D. Lewis. Services: Sundays, 11:30 A M. and 8 P M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. MT. VERNON BAPTIST CHURCH (1902) Wallace Street) Rev. M. H Payne, Pastor, Residence, 1900 Wallace Street. Services: Sunday, 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. 15T BAPT. CHURCH S. RICHMOND (Corner 15 and Decatur Sts.) Rev, W. L. Ransome, D. D., Pastor; Parsonage 1507 Decatur Street. Services: Sunday, 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH (Center Street, Fulton) Rev. S. L. Bush, pastor; residence 907 Center Street, Services: Sunday, Sunday School, 9:30 A. M., Preaching, 11:30 A. M. and 8:30 P. M. Communion every fourth Sunday at 3:30 P. M. Rodman Wanamaker Offers $1000 for Musicians of the Colored Race SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH (South Richmond) Rev. E. C. Smith, A. B., Pastor, residence, 1704 Stockton St. Services Sundays, 11:30 A. M and 8:00 P. M.; Sunday School, 9:30 A. M.; B. Y. P. U., 6:30 P. M. All are welcome. ST. PHILIP'S P. E. CHURCH, (S. W. Cor. St. James and Leigh) Rev. Junius L. Taylor, Rector; Residence, 20 West Leigh Street. Services: Sunday, 11 to 12 A. M. Night, 8 to 9 o'clock. Wednesday evening services, 8 to 9 o'clock. The public is welcome at all services. GRAVEL HILL BAPTIST CHURCH (Hearico County Va.) Rev. W. L. Tuck, Pastor Resdence, 722 Carlisle Ave., Richmond. Sunday services: Sunday School, 9:30 A. M.; Morning Services, 11:30 A. M.; Evening Services, 8 P. M.; Communion Fourth Sundays 3 P. M. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH. (20th and Decatur, So. Richmond), Rev J. W. Dudley, D. D., Pastor; Parasonean 1715 Everett Street, Services: Sunday. 11:30 A. M. and B. P. M. Sunday School. 9:30 A. M. The public is welcome. FAIRFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH (Fairfield Street) Rev. P. Phillips, pastor, 712 E. Clay St. Services; 11:30 A. M. and 8:00 P. M. Sunday School, 3:00 P. M. The public is invited. EBENEZER BAPTIST CHURCH, (Leigh and Judah Streets.) Rev. W, H. Stokes, Ph. D., Pastor, Residence, 1607 Brook Road. Services: Sundays, 11 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9 A. M. The public is invited. CLAY STREET BAPTIST CHURCH. (Formerly New Baptist Church, Clay Street, opposite St. James St.) Rev. J. A. Brinkley, A. B., B. D. Pastor. Services: Sunday, 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH. (Jacqueline n and Lombardy Streets) Rev. E. D. Lewis, Pastor, Residence 316 S. Lombardy Street. Services: Sunday, 11 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. RISING MT. ZION BAPT. CHURCH. (800 Denny Street, Fulton) Rev. O. B. Simms, B. Th., Pastor, Residence 728 Denny St. Services: Sunday, 11:30 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are welcome. SUBSTANTIAL PRIZES FOR Rodman Wanamaker Offers in Colorado Philadelphia, February (Special Correspondence) — Mr. Rodman Wanamaker has made public an offer of one thousand dollars in cash prizes to composers of the colored race, this offer being made through the Robert Curtis Ogden. Association, composed of the colored employees of the John Wanamaker Store, Philadelphia. This is an organization formed for the educational, social and musical development of its members, as well as for the colored race within its sphere of influence. The National Association of Negro Musicians is cooperating. Mr. Wanamaker has divided his offer into five groups of five prizes each. In each group the first prize is $100; the second, $50; the third, $25; the fourth, $15, and the fifth, $10, thus making twenty-five prizes. The types of composition specified by Mr. Wanamaker are as follows: 1—A Hymn of Freedom. This number to be a four or more part chorus, either a capella, that is, without accompaniment, or with accompaniment for orchestra or piano. 2—A Love Song. This may be a song for any voice, soprano, tenor, contralto, baritone or bass (but only for one solo voice). The accompaniment may be for piano or orchestra. Or the composition may be a purely instrumental one for orchestra or for solo instrument. 3—A Lullabye. This number may be in the form of a spiritual, either an old tune with a new harmonization or an original composition. But the form and character of a lullabye must be maintained. It may be, as in No. 2, vocal or instrumental. 4—A rhythmical step, to be entitled "Presididigitation." A jig, dance or scherzo in any form for piano, band or orchestra. 5—Melodies and Motifs of Synchronous Effects, that is, two or more melodies, either old ones or original, or both, worked together at the same time in the composition: a theme or melody with variations or elaborations in free form. Rules of the Content The conditions under which manuscripts may be entered in the context are as follows: 1—Manuscripts must be plainly marked on the outside of the envelope as well as on the manuscript itself, with the classification for which they are intended. 2—Manuscripts must be legibly written in ink and preferably printed music paper should be used. 3—An assumed name must be written clearly upon the menu- 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 PROVIDENCE BAPTIST CHURCH (518 Lady Mile Road) Rev. J. J. Woodson, Pastor, Residence, 1116 St. John Street. Services: Sunday, 11 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School, 9:30 A. M. All are invited. ... LEIGH STREET M. E. CHURCH. (N. E. Corner Fifth and Leigh Sts.) Rev. R. M. Williams, Pastor, residence, 616 North 5th Street. Services: Sundays, Sunday School 9:30 A. M.: Morning service, 11 o'clock; Evening service, 8 o'clock. The public is invited Have The PLANET Delivered to You. Only $2 per Year FOR NEGRO COMPOSERS $1000 for Musicians of the Race script but the real name or address of the composer must NOT appear on the manuscript. 4—The real name and the address of the composer must be plainly written on a card enclosed in a sealed envelope. The outside of this envelope must contain the assumed name which appears on the manuscript, and no other writ- ing whatever. This sealed en- velope must accompany the manu- script and not be sent separately. 5—The employment of the Negro musical idiom melodically, rhythmically and harmonically will largely influence the judges in determining the winning compositions, although quality of musical thought and workmanship will be the first consideration. The Negro idiom is preferable but not necessary. 6—The contest is limited to Negro composers of American citizenship. A composer may enter as many compositions as wishes in each class. 7—Contestants are urged to keep an extra copy of the submitted compositions. The scripts will be returned only upon request and when the necessary amount of postage is enclosed in the sealed envelope with the real name and address of the contestant. Every possible means will be used to safeguard the manuscripts but the Robert Curtis Ogden Association assumes no responsibility for lost manuscripts. 8—The copyright of the successful manuscripts of each class shall remain the property of the Robert Curtis Ogden Association for six months after the award shall have been made, at the close of which time the copyright and all other rights in these compositions shall revert to the composers. 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Copyright, 1927) --- The following is a list of deaths of colored persons reported to the Richmond Bureau of Health from March 7 to March 14, 1927, with date of death: March 5 — Patise Lewis, 65; 1204 St. Paul Street. March 6 — Lucinda Lewis, 70, 815 1-2 St. Paul Street. March 4 — Lizzie Robinson, 34, 319 W. 22nd Street. March 7 — Gracie Finch, 76; 109 E. Clay Street. March 6 — William Giles Smith, 47; 8 E. Duval Street. March 4 — George Francis, 54; 801 1-2 Gilbert Street. March 6 — Mary Link, 41; 1323 Boyd Street. March 7—Alice James Smith, 46; 507 N. Monroe Street. March 9—Francis Evans, 4 months; 1108 N. 30th Street. March 9—George Mosely, 19; 200 W. 21st Street. March 10—Glen Leftridge, 41; 709 1-2 W. Leigh Street. March 10—Patsey Braxton, 36; 1913 W. Moore Street. March 8—Lydia J. Buck, 50; 418 1-2 W. Baker Street. March 9—Jessie Montague, 36; 1116 St. John Street. March 10—Isaac Hackney, 34; 910 N. 28th Street. March 11—Emma Jones, 25; 811 1-2 N. 7th Street. March 10—Infant Florence Byrd, 5 days; 132 Midlothian Pike. March 9—Lillian King, 27; 2104 Porter Street. March 10—Harriet Lee, 55; 314 Preston Street. March 11—Infant Jacobs, 1 day; 224 E. 4th Street. March 11—Alice Marshall, 74; 615 E. Leigh Street. March 10—Arthur Allen, 42; Shal- low Well, Goochland Co. Va. March 12—Walter Jones, Jr., 16 days; 720 1-2 N. 3rd Street. March 11—Samuel Jackson, 26; 647 N. 8th Street. March 12—Infant Julian Rose Davis 2 days; 213 S. Allen Avenue. March 14—Baby Simpson, 1 year; 1108 S. James St. REV. R. H. JOHNSON LEADS SUCCESSFULLY. (By B. L. Allen) In accordance with the modern business custom of giving full publicity $t_0$ the achievements of well-managed institutions where the vital interests of the people are involved, we herewish submit a brief summary of the annual report of Sharon Baptist Church, Richmond, Virginia as compiled by Clerk W. L. Johnson in Annual Business Meeting assembled Tuesday, January 25, 1927. The work was accomplished under the able and efficient leadership of Rev. R. H. Johnson, B. D., M. A. Pastor. At this inventory season we list OUR ASSETS 1. Leadership: Successful pastoral leadership of the highest type; intelligent, fearless, uncompromising preaching of the pure Gospel of Christ that grips the public mind in an unusual manner; competent and confidential spiritual advisor to all alike; proper application of divine principles and Christian philosophy to the everyday problems of the people; correct interpretation of current events, national and international, as they affect our racial and civic interests. Truly we are blessed with such a leadership Sharon highly appreciates tee same. 2. Cooperation: Our official boards of deacons and trustees are working harmoniously together in support of the broad program of the pastor. Peace and prosperity prevail among the rank and file of the congregation. 3. Membership: Thirty-one aditions to our general membership were made. 404 is the total number of members on our financial roll at the end of the year. S'MATTER POP PUNKIN OMIG EDS MAKE PUNKIN AN' CATSB MAKE CATSBAGE 4. Financial Report: $10,381.12 collected during the year in spite of depressing conditions in certain lines in the business world. We have developed a method of systematic relief to the sick and distressed among our membership, as well as, other worthy causes; we have contributed to missions and education through our conventions. Consolidated reports from our auxiliary departments indicate steady progress. 5. Church Improvements: Our choir under the able tutelage of Dr. J. 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Gn shat 4 JIM | created bv Lucile for the Hole- es oy! are mi 4 J/} | proot hosiery company. add a final | f POR RER v E 4 touch of French smartness to these | 5 F. Bs Eager morning costumes. el ; ® > ery straient is the outline of| J a recent erras BS f thoes teverite serves sen speo:| (MMM POCKET AND? a PS did background for an Interesting: STRIPE OF PINK’ had b arrangement of tatiored searts and [ EMBROIDERY, aad a half-concealed belt. Turquoise 5 a ges 7 F blue. coral and sand. striped in 9 /f | > decorative fashion. are used for : 4 Ba these notes of contrast. Exactly 3 4 eeacenine # ee gown ot ' e new Yvette stockings in 7 dowless and transparent chidfon. Narrow edges g Shoes in a matching shade of kid et pink enliven a , lend a final touch of artistry to the the collar and Bs Ee ensemble. sleeves and are a } street frock at its pest is matched in tone et ex.. wished by Lueile’s design for by Locile’s Vie a coc:.a-brawn 2repe satin, which de- ante hose, de- j pencs upon folds of the material, veloped by the | eriginal treatment of the zollar Holeproot bos Lucile. of Paris, mindful of the) and tovches of flesh colored trim- fery looms ina : af thelming for interast. A strine of am- mellow ties American taster parade. intro) oroiiery runs sown from the shade crescing duces twe aca ts 2ka, one of sand| shouider tet taree socket, trom {a daraien ote ‘color and the oth - of brown, for! whicm swings a tong tasseh . on ivory ankles, aE eel This Week {== S ? | 2% cy Arthur. Bri M OUR PROSPERITY’S SPREAD. THF PORTERS ARRIVE. REALLY TWO CHANGES. RED, AND BRIGHT RED. he good thing about American pooopoity is that ft spreads furthor an yther from the great control so: s of wealth, In ancient days, 8 obleman in his palace was su sled by ignocant, miserable, h. —arved, barefoot peasants, La- te vmer of a great factory fn Gngland had the “satiatac- ti Imowing as he lay in bed be > daybreak that the men and wo. os were already on the way to his will to make money for him ani cam for themselves barely eicuuh ta oe: ' ‘That has changed, and will hinge more, Millions of men go tc >.k in automobiles. And the @: cobile widens their sphere of kx A carpenter or bricklayer © “ork comfortably anywhere . fifteen or twenty miles of h elling. That change is as i tant, almost, as the invention o 2 locomotive. ‘The Dives-Lazarus dinner party ie over, Dives still has more than i eds, more than he should 1, but Lazarous has plenty, and t s in his litde limousine while wg to Waavel in Abraham’s buon * td have interested you'to : athora Pacific trafn got- t vy to stare from Oakland, « ving last week. Half a Ai-leew 2 ant automobiles: er A Sh dmetiia es tue can Ga aaa His wife, who changed to the wheel to drive the ear home, was prosper- ous-looking and proud to take her husband to his work. Those were colored porters of the Southern Pacific Pullman ears and their wives. What a trom the days of Unele Tom’s and the change is as eves for white workers as it Is for colored men. Seventy- five years ago pious New Eng- landers, excited about “abolition” and the rerrible lot of poor biack slaves in the South, were told by the late Albert Brisbane, “By all means free the black slaves in the South. But what about white slaves in your own New England factories?” What about the white women whe go to work in your cotton mills before daylight “and get home after dark? It is worse mn black slavery, because the Diack slave owner Keeps him fed and healthy that ke may continue to live and work, whereas you don’t care what happens to your white slaves, since you can get, for noth- ing, more when they die.” Slavery can be and has been as bad on a “wage basis” as on a basis of slave ownership. oS , immense- ly profitab! fakes a step toward Then it allows, those do the and produce the forts to have some comfort for Ives. Colgred, women, . driving thelr husbands to work, in good astomobiles, will cause the footish to ask, “ r me, what is the world coming to?” It is coming to hotter days, greater happiness for the crowd and greater security for the few that skim off the cream. Certain clergymen aro accused of being “red.” Their accusers want them investigated by a Con- gressional Judiciary Committee. A clergymen is “red” when he doesn't believe that a whale swal- lowed Jonah and coughed him up on the land. He is “red” if he believes that the advice to give all to the poor was really meant seriously. He is “red” if he doubts that Joshua made the sun stand stil! in its trip around the earth, in spite of the fact that it doesn’t go around the eavth. He is “red” if he says the four angels could not have stood on the four corners of the earth because it hasn't for corners Anl fot PCH? ~ed, if he th tn dene to lot eve, WILY 0 stacey) ansis venues THE RIOHMGND PLANET, RICHMOND’ VIRGINEA About Yor Heal |, Things You Shoui (@) a OTL An ancient term, but one ~ "fe comes befora us every 1 d then, with an acuteness t! ‘ .the face with terror. In ” eral meaning, hydrophobia i ‘ of water,” as “‘photophoh ~ 's dread of tight. All “pho>' 1 medical language are “0 “Rabies”"—a shorter wort, he ts origm in “rage’—madnes- om the Freneh, henee, “mad-dox: Other animals than the do~ ar susceptible to rabies, the Lum he cow, che vat—aud the rodents 8 mice, ete; it has been so « that ‘the bite of the skunk x followed by hydropaobia. "i son is one of the mos.@ re known, and, until the discov. the Pasfpup treatment it” y-25 enge spelled certain deach. ‘Something may be said bore that will prove of value t reader; if your pet suddenly» signs "of iness,, you sly 3 ‘once put him into an ab. 3 safe isolation, and sum, % skilled veterinary doctor. 1 Uttle dog begins to act str: *! —shows no sign of affectio: you—hides himself—tremble:.. i exelted or suffering, you ca. %t 7 too active in precaution; Ii > repeat, better be safe than « In the very unfortunate ‘ your being bitten by a dog, 1 mind that a bite through © is many times less liable to. |! lowed by infection than on «” § bare surface. Another poi \ dog that bites you should | = + prisoned and watched to ser is actually diseased; to Kill Lin burn his body is to destroy alu: able evidence. The so-called “mad - store,’ Known in rural communities, no known scientifie value « should not be depended upon: » of reported “cures” by it w: > hydrophobic to begin with. ‘ < the brightest stars in the ers’ > of scier 9 of Neay Week: Faysical Gute 20008' sin ec iis tannin in temic % ree ve se: . oe Epraaie Tom Wilson, 68, Guide of the Canadian Rockies, a os ye obo obts Y . PEE — apenas ee ee BLT ee NG oe eg le \ eR, Te a a OZ ; J ee eS oe j i CON A aU al oe nee i 8 Raia Aes ca i J aes oe by eedie ene NS sate pa eaierrercecaaet A he the it) 8 a ‘ NTE PIC OAc sia piety SC x i M es : 5 Sa ee City Schools Draw Many From Country, Says H. Ww. Nelson} P 1 Up-vo- are Stuvy Drovects | See ae he a 4 Bree) 4 : : 4 ee & Ree ge Aas a an af (i Fe | i he why - ay te | nhl eras il rigtiy i a oe oe! oe aed a 4 ry eRe ee} | mem tae : ee me AL } moles AAS of ‘The World moved #0 fast nowa- days that few remember that there }was no real trans-continental Can- ‘ada until the Canadian Pacific was built in 1885, and less then half a century after the last spike was driven by Lord Strathcona, Canada is one of the most important units in the British Empire and, with Jone exception, the best customer the United States has in trade ‘Tom, Wilson, a mere youngster of 68, belongs’ to the days well-re- membered when there was no frans-continental railway in Can- jada and when from Winnipeg to ‘what is now Vancouver, there were no inhabitants, except buffaloes, In- dians and a few Hudson's Bay Company employes. "While still in his teens Mr. Wil- son joined the North West Mount- ed Police and entered the vast ter- ritory which now embraces the provinces of Saskatchewan and Al- berta The lure of the prairies and Nater the mountains, implanted their subtle call to penetrate be- CHICAGO—Seeking better edu- cational facilities for their children is the reason for a million persons fn the United States each year leaving farms for'the city, Herman W. Nelson, heating and ventilating expert of Moline. [ll., asserted in &n address here today. “The deficiency of rural schools in material facilities is a national handicap of » most serious nature.’ said Mir. Nelson “Twelve million children. more than half the oa- tional total of 28,000.00, are nt- tending schon's in which the ennip- ment is primitive, Hive million of these ar in one-teacher schools. Educators tell us that $40,000,000 Se} ie ae Pte a) ee | x a) Pati Mhson, FroneBe CHI0B) yond in the spirit of this yore man, He left the Mounted Police because it was not exciting enough. About this time he heard that a party of explorers had started out to find a route for the Canadian Pacific Railway to be built from coast to coast and joined them as head packer. This life suited Tomi Wilson; he wanted to explore, to know what lay beyond each hill and mountain summit. Today in his 68th year he still hears the call ‘of his boyhood days, and as then obeys, for last summer he blazed new trails. There is still another is wasted each year on instruction which fails of its purpose; that a large percentage of children make little ‘mental progress through their elementary schooling. “In view of the little provision made for the health and comfort of students in these primitive schools, this is only to be expected. Children in city schools, where classrooms are supplied with warmed out-of-doors air, evenly distributed by mechanically oner- ated and controlled heatine and ventilating yystems have been shown to weigh more and possess more resistance tu disease, in addi« tion to having all the educational bensfits of splendidly equipped. up- to-date school plants.” a ee ET ch trail lis wishes to make to a lake that at present has none. ~~ °--¥ Tt was Tom Wilson who @iscov- ered Lake Louise, that gem of the Canadian Rockies, in 1882, and he states it is just as lovely to him’ now as whea he came upon it un expectedly the first time, In this same year he discovered Emerald Lake, and it is through Mr. Wile. son’s desire to know what lay be- yond, that he was the first white man’ to visit Mt, Assiniboine in, 1898, ‘This mountain, 11,860 feet high, is in one of the most spectac- ular’ sections of the Canadian Rockies and through, this rezion the Trail Riders of the Canadian Rockies will have their annual ride next summer. ‘Tom Wilson is af member of the Trail Riders and at, the annual meet two years mae in’ the Yoho Valley, at Takakkaw, Falls, a bronze bas relief was dedi feated to him, a monument to the man who is still cutting trails that others may enjoy what he hay sev led in for forty-five years—scen-. Sey anrlvaled any wheres xis: wd fie = GAY Herman W.Nelson \ aiid tind La ha ial KELLY MILLERS’ AUTHENTIC HISTORY OF . A GREAT NEW WORLD WAR HISTORY In addition to its containing @ graphic account of the War, includes many chapters om subjects of vital interest. Following are a few of the wubjects treated: The Flash that Set the World Aflame—Why Americans Entered the War—The Things that Made Men Mad—The Simking Sub- marine—The Eyes of Battle—War’s Strange Devices—Wondertul War ‘Weapons—Tha World's Armies—The World’s Navieo—The Nations at War —Modern War Methods—Women and the War. A volume of general in- formation upon all subjects waich have thelr bearing upon the World Conflict, as well as an authentic ao count of the Great World War. ‘The Book also includes the follow- ing subjects: The Horrors and Won- ders ot Modern Warfare, The Bar barity and Merciless Methods Em- ployed to Satisfy the Ambitions of the Kaiser and His Imperial Gevern- ment. The Ruthtess Submarine War fare Waged to Starve England and France Into Submission. The Story of the Hardships and Horrors which the Belgians and French were Com- pelled to Suffer. The Billions of Dollars Required to Carry om the Awful Struggle, The Terrible Loss of Human Life and the Desolation of Countries, The Weird and Wonder- ful Methods of Warfare. The New ‘and Strange Devices that have come into being. The great “tanks”, the “blimps”, the submarine, the gas and poison bombs, and the marvels of science. Things about which you may never have heard. Marvelous guns that shot for miles. Feudal and Me- dieval weapons that again came into pluy. The plans of the Hohenzollerns to create a World Empira, which drew upon them the wrath of Na- tions, The Nations Involved. The Armies and Navies and what they Represented in Men and Equipment. ‘This Great Book telis all about the Negro Everywhere in the World War —How He Did His Duty, In every capacity—from tight up in the Front Line Trenches and on the Battlefields—Clear Back to the Work of Keeping the Home Fires Burning: On the Farms: In the Mills and Munition Plants: On the Rail roads and Steamships: In the Ship Yards and Factories. Men and Wo men with the Red Cross, the Y. M. ©. A. YW. C. A, the War Camp Community Service, the Liberty Loan Drives, etc., ete’ This Volume tells the world how the Negro has won his place and his right to a volee in the affairs of mankind against prejudice, ridicule, race hatred, and almost insurmount- able obstacles, Many striking test montals from’ the Secretary of War and Army Officers of high rank and reputation are set forth in no uncer: tain terms. The following ringing words of Major General Bell, ad- dressed to the famous “Buffaloes”, the 367th Regiment, are typical of the high regard and respect of Amer ican and European officers for our colored troops, Every private in this regiment and most of the officers were Negros. The General sald:— “This is the best disciplined and best drilled and best spirited regl- ment that has been under my com mand at this camtonment. I predict- ed dast fall that Colonel Moss would have the best regiment stationed here and you men have made my predic- tion come true, I would lead you in battle against any army in the world with every ‘confidence in the oup come”. THE NEGRO IN THE NAVY. More than fifty pages of the Book devoted to the Achievements of the Negro in the American Navy—Guard ing the Trans-Atlantic Route to France—Battliag the Submarine Per- il—The Best Sallors in any Navy in the World—Making a Navy m Three Menths from Negro Stevedores and Laborers— Wonderful Accomplish- ments of Our Negro Yeomen and Yeowomen, ‘As we liave fought for the rights of mankind and for the suture peace and security of the world, the people want to be correctly and fully in- ; formed of the facts concerning OUR Heroes—and this is THE Book they are looking for, THE ONLY HISTORY THAT WILL FULLY SATISFY THE AMERICAN COLORED PEOPLE. This Book appeals to the Colored People. ‘hey are eager to buy It. Why—Because ft is the only War Book published that thrillingty, graph feally, yet falthfally describes the wonderful part that the Colored Sol- | aier has talwem tn the World War and is abselutely fafr to the Negro. \ It relates to the world how 300,000 I Negroes crossed the North Atlantic, braving the tasrors ef the Submarme Peril, to battle for Democracy. ‘The loyalty and patriotism that characterized the black man’s nature {ms sublime celf-sscrifice, his tndis putable bravery, the wisdom of Negro ) Officers in command of thelr own ee A_NEW. SED BOOK WITB NEW ‘REVISED BOOK , / Cut out this Ceupom and send us $2.98 snd we will ship Kelly Miller’s Negro im the World War ($2.60). ‘The Planet tor oBs year ($2), 0 total value of $4.90 for..... 98.98 ‘Tat PLANBT, $11 N. 4th St, | Béclfmond, Va. Y.W.C.A. Column The Girl Reserve Department will hold its closing services of its Fifth Anniversary at the Fifth Street Baptist Church, Dr. C. S. Morris, passer, Sunday, March 20th, at 3:30 P. M. The program, which is arranged with care and discrimination is one that will please the many friends and members of the Y. W. C. A. as well as the citizens. The theme of Anniversary Week will be summarized in an address, "Building for Womanhood" by Miss Sadie Daniels, formerly of Richmond but now of Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C. Miss Daniels was notably active in the reorganizing of the girls of the Y. W. C. A. in 1922, and it was due largely to her efforts that many of the leaders now actively engaged in the Reserve Movement were chosen. The Theme will be further interpreted by a Pageant, "The Quest for the Best" (Ideal Womanhood) written and arranged by Miss Viola L. F. Chaplain for the Girl Reserves of Richmond, Va., featuring 300 girls. The pageant beautifully interprets how the Girl Reserve Movement seeks to develop the girlhood of Richmond through its four-fold purpose. The Call to Worship, Mrs. Rapael Harris; Response, The Ella Carter Glee Club; The Negro National Anthem The Y W. C. A. of Yesterday, Mrs. Lucy G. Lewis; Vocal Solo, Miss Florence Smith; The Y W. C. A. of Today, Miss Leah V. Lewis, Original Poem, Miss Louise Jackson; Selection, The Ella Carter Glee Club; What the Y "Through Its Girl Reserve Department Has Meant to the Young Men and Boys of Richmond, Mr. Ramon Clarke; We Say It With Music, Mr. Alvin Camp bell, Violin, Mr. George Toombs, Piano; In Song, Mr. Paul D. Morton; Address, "Building for Womanhood," Miss Sadie Daniels; Vocal Solo, Mrs. Alverta Gilpin; Pageant "The Quest for the Best." 300 Girl Reserves, directed by Miss C. V. Kyles, Chairman G. R. Department; Miss I. L. Boyd, Adv. Blue Triangle Club; M. Sidney May, Adv. H2 E Club; Blanche V. Coles, Adv. Lojobe Club; Mrs Gravece M. Jones, Adv. Viola Chaimain Club. FLC FLORENCE LETTER A large crowd attended morning services at Trinity Baptist Church. An excellent service was conducted by the pastor, Rev. Jones, Mrs. Irby Jones, of Charleston, S. C. and Mr. E B Webster spoke in glowing terms of what should be accomplished. The former was scheduled to conduct a musical recital at 8 P. M. Mrs. Ruble McGill Webb, Miss C. Boyd, Miss L. W. Harvey and Miss L. M. Webster were present. Those who attended the musical recital at the Trinity Baptist Church Mcnday night, Mrs. Irby Jones, soprano, Mr. Arthur Blunt, accompanist, speak highly of the renditions. Miss L. W. Harvey, Miss C. Boyd, Miss N. Dangerfield, Miss F. Garrette and Miss L. M. Webster were present. The party returned to Charleston. PRINCIPAL WINGO AND HIS ASSISTANTS PRAISED. The Wytheville County Colored School exhibit took place recently at the Wytheville Colored School. The arrangement of the display was that of the Wytheville School, under the direction of Principal Donald Wingo and his assistants. Miss Jenina Sheffey and Mrs. Ruth Wingo. Sewing, embroidery, and hand work featured the display. The dresses, underwear, luncheon and room sets, caps and aprons were well made and displayed much taste. The cut work and paper weaving by the small children, as well as a complete home, every room furnished and the entire idea carried out in paper cutting was unusually good. Superintendent Gresham spoke highly of the work of Prof. Donald Wingo, giving to his mother great credit in persisting in the work of having him secure an education which particularly fitted him for the work in which he is now engaged. ROA ROANOKE LETTER IROANOKE, VA., March 1.—Rev. W. R. Howerton, D. d. of Mt. Zion A. M. E. Church delivered a special sermon to men Sunday morning. His discourse was based on the first and second questions propounded to men. The first question was to Adam when God called Adam, "Where Art Thou?" The second was where God called Cain, questioning him, "Cain Where is Thy Brother?" The divine made a wonderful picture of this subject. At night a very splendid program was rendered by local talent of the city, The First, Baptist Quartet, Robertson and Robertson, and others, Attorney J. L. Reade delivered the address followed by Dr. E. R. Dudley, who delivered a fitting address, Prof. I. A. Holder, master of ceremonies. In sad, but loving remembrance of our dear wife and devoted and lovinb mother, Mrs. Savannah Mitchell who departed this life one year ago, March 11, 1926: We dearly loved our dear mother and we cherish her memory still, but God, who loved her best, took her unto Himself. Our hearts have been saddened since she passed away. We can never forget the va- --- --- THE PROGRAM IN MEMORIAM Here's Good News for Skinny Men Who Need More Strength, Energy and Vitality Here's Good News for Skinny Men Who Need More Strength, Energy and Vitality Moore St. Bapt. Church, West Leigh St., between Kinney and Bowe Sts Dr. Gordon B. Hancock, PASTOR. 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W., Roanoke, Va. THE REFORMER BAZAAR Campaign Group 'Red' of Rich mond Division, G. F. U. O. T. R. in charge of Mrs. Pearl Johnson, Captain, will stage a three nights Bazaar, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 22nd—24th, from 7 to 11 P. M. each night. The Bazaar will be in the interest of the membership campaign of the Rich mond Division True Reformers. Admission free. The public is invited and will be served with all to be gotten for five cents. FIFTH ST. BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. Charles S. Morris, D. D. Pastor Rev Charles S. Morris, D. D. Pastor The Rev. James E. East, Secretary of the Foreign Mission Board of the National Convention, delivered the message of the morning from the text: 'Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseach you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God. Dr. East has spent many years working among our people in Africa. His story of his experience there was interesting and touching. The sermon at 3:30 by the Rev. W. R. 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