Savannah Tribune

VOLUME XXVIII Two Thousand Dayton's Dead HUNDREDS THOUGHT TO HAVE PERISHED, SAFE Other Ohio Cities Haye Lost Heavily—Columbus Dead Over 600—Fifty Drown in Hotel—Property Damage in Dayton $25,000,000-70,000 Persons Marooned Revised estimates of the losses of life in Dayton, () . received last night give ground for hope that the dead in all sections affected by the flood will not exceed 2,000 and may go below that figure Daring investigators who penetrated the flooded section revealed hundreds safe whom it was feared were lost. Unless swelled by a death list in the foreign settlement on the North side, as yet uneached, there may not be more than 200 dead in the whole city. From other points than Dayton the death list grew rapidly yesterday and last night. There was far heavier loss of life in the West Side of Columbus, O., than was thought. One estimate placed the number of dead at more than 600. Apparently authentic reports from Piqua indicated that twenty were dead there. At Peru, Ind., the authorities estimated the death list will reach at 150. THITY DROWN IN HOTEL From Hamilton fifty persons were reported drowned in the collapse of a hotel, where they had sought refuge. Twenty-five deaths were reported from Troy, O., thirty in Middletown and live at Massilion. Death from the flood in Chillicothe will not exceed twenty-five, according to latest advises. Earlier reports-were that from 200 to 500 lives had been lost. A report from Linton Ind., gave sixteen person drowned at Howesville twenty-five miles south of Terre Haute. There were ten deaths at Sharon, Pa. Estimates are that 70,000 persons are marooned in Dayton's flooded district, where 15,000 homes have been submerged. Rescue stations are providing for 5,000 homeless The property damage in the city is figured at $25,000,000. MANY ALARMIST REPORTS Alarmist reports were frequent during the day. In most cases these were frequently contradicted. Rumors that Grand reservoir, near St. Mary's, O., had broken proved unfounded. Similar reports about the Lewiston reservoir likewise were found to be untrue. Threasende breaks in both were repaired and reports to Gov. Cox at Columbus last night indicated the danger from this source was passed. Later reports from Zanesville are that fifteen lives are believed to have been lost there. About 15,000 are homeless. A score of buildings collapsed. Fire broke out at one point but it was not believed it would spread. Twenty were found dead among refugees in the court house at Peru, Ind., the victims of exposure, according to a telephone message, contagion has broken out among the refugees, the report stated. To Discuss Advisibility of Discontinuing Boat Excursions On Monday night at 8:30 o'clock there will be a meeting at the Savannah Home Association's rooms, Taylor street, between West Broad and Montgomery, at which the advisibility of discontinuing river boat excursions will be discussed. This meeting is the outcome of the agitation against river excursions, which has been very general in the city this spring on account of the raise in the price of boat hire by the steam boat company. There will be a large crowd out Monday night to decide whether or not the societies in the city in general will submit to the raise in price for boat hire, or discontinue their annual water outings. The general trend seems to be in favor abandoning the water excursions, and the outcome of the meeting is being awaited with much interest. President Burke of the Savannah Home Association will preside at the meeting. The Savannah Tribune $10,000 Clock Is Given to Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala., March 16. Booker T. Washington, principal, is happy over the donation of a ten thousand dollar tower clock which marks the completion of the White Memorial building, one of the girls' dormitories of his famous school for Negroes. The work on the tower and the setting of the mammoth clock, with Westminster chimes and a large bell to strike the hours and call students from "labor to refreshment," has just been completed. The additional donation was made to the school by the donors of the magnificent structure which cost $75,000. The clock tower on White Memorial Hall rises forty feet above the roof, being located at the center of the building, where the gable roof of the large porch intersects the main roof. The frame work is steel, the steel supporting columns resting on heavy concrete pillars in the foundation of the building. The tower is divided by a richly moulded cornice into two parts. The lower part is octagonal in shape, four of the sides being a little longer than the other four sides. The four longer sides are four feet eight inches long. This part of the tower is twenty-four feet high. The lower part is pierced with four windows, one of each of the four sides. On the same sides as are the windows are four glass clock dials five feet in diameter, raised above the windows. The clock dials are illuminated by electric lights so as to be visible at night. The clock machinery is located in this part of the tower supported on two reinforced concrete platforms. The clock winding is done by electric motors. The tower contains four bells ranging in weight from 1,525 to 310 pounds. The bells are arranged for the Westminster Chimes, which strike every quarter hour in addition to the large bell which strikes every hour. Mr. L. M. Pollard Resigns From Mail Service After serving twenty-three years as mail carrier out of the Savannah Post Office, Mr. L. M. Pollard resigned from the service during the first part of the week. Mr. Pollard was one of the oldest and most efficient carriers in the service. For the past six months Mr. Pollard has been on a leave of absence, conducting the Johnson-Royal Undertaking establishment. He will continue as manager of the establishment. Dillard-McCrea Miss Hattie Dillard and Mr. Alexander McCrea were united in marriage on last Sunday afternoon at the bride's residence 513 Jones street, west. The ceremonies were performed by Rey. W. M. Berrien, pastor of Thankful Baptist church. Quite a number of friends were present. Mr. Bob Russell, who is performing at the Pekin Theatre, has been on the sick list for a few days. He is expected to be out on Monday. --- Madame Dayse Walker-Booker of Indianapolis Lectures Next Week. What will undoubtedly prove of the most interesting series of dramatic readings and lectures ever given in this city will be those of Madame Dayse (Deane) Walker Booker who will appear at several of the churches of this city next week. Madame Walker is one of the best known and most highly entertaining public readers and lecturers among our women, and her appearance here will, beyond a doubt, attract large crowds. Madame Walker is touring the south in behalf of an institution in Indianapolis, Ind., for the accommodation of lady transients, the protection of working girls out of employment and as a social and literary center for young people of the race, which she has supported for the past eight years. Madame Walker, whose readings will be free, and who will be assisted by local talent, will appear at the following churches: Monday night, St. Philip, Charles St.; Wednesday night, St. Philip Monumental, Hall street; Thursday night, Second Baptist church. SAVANNAH, GEORGIA,SATURDAY, MARCH 29, 1913 Program Children's Races Announced LIST OF INTERESTING EVENTS Schools to Begin Serious Training Next Week-Youths Eager for Day of Contest-Elaborate Plans Being Made-Soliciting Committee Busy-Girls to get Prizes Now that the program committee of the Negro Business and Professional Men's Association has announced the events to be run at the school children's races which will be held at the baseball park on Friday afternoon, May 2nd, the schools of the city that will have teams in the various contests that day will get down to serious training. For the past two weeks the boys in every part of the city have been getting themselves in trim by light work to make their respective school teams, but from the coming Monday until the teams have been selected they will work hard for the coveted positions. The program includes twenty-four events and is more varied and interesting than that of last year. There are fourteen events which are confined to the city schools and ten events which are open to students from the State College and the town boys. The city school championship, as last year, will be based upon the school wining the greatest number of points in the ten events which are confined to,them, excluding the comiques. During the present week almost all of the schools selected their captains, and the interest in the races, which is being manifested throughout all the schools and the city in general, gives promise of attracting the largest crowd of Negroes ever gathered at the baseball park. The plans which are being worked out by the various committees of the association which is promoting the races are going to embrace many novel features which will give the races a real metropolitan atmosphere. Instead of giving prizes to the boys who sell the greatest number of tickets, this contest will be conducted among the girls, and while it has not yet been decided how many of these prizes will be awarded, yet it is the opinion of those who have charge of this feature of the meet, that there will be three number, first, second and third. The soliciting committee which began a canvass of the city Monday for subscriptions has met with greater success than even the most sanguine member of the association had anticipated. The ready response of those who have been approached has been the cause of much encouragement to those who are raising the funds. PROGRAM OF EVENTS. 25 yard dash, under 7 years 25 yard dash, 7-10 years Potato race, 7-10 years 50 yard dash, 10-12 years 100 yard dash, 10-14 years 100 yard dash, 15 years up 220 yard dash, 15 years up 440 yard run, city schools Sack race, city schools (hdp) Three legged race, (hdp.) 1 mile relay, city schools 120 yard hurdle, city schools Egg and spoon race, 12-15 years 100 yard dash, open 2 mile run, open 220 yard walking, open 1 mile run, open 220 yard hurdle, open Standing broad jump, open Running broad jump, open Running high jump, open Shot put, (handicap) Consolation, 150 yards. The following is the committee on transportation which, by mistake, was not published last week: Dr. P. W. S. Daniels, Dr. W. A. Harris, J. G. Garey. Wedding Announcement. Mrs. Lydia A. Brown of 516 East Anderson street, announces the engagement of her daughter, Clifford Sidoria, to Rev. Wm. L. Cash, of Spartanburg, S. C. The wedding to take place in April. Pythian Period Holds Tomorrow Afternoon CELEBRATION AT NEW ST. PHILIP CHURCH Interesting Program to be Rendered—Rev. Singleton to Preach Sermon—All Lodges, Courts and Juveniles to be Out-Size of Order in City—Prof. Gadsden to Preside' On Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock the Knights of Pythias of the city in all its branches will celebrate the Pythian Period at New St. Philip church. The period which will be cele brated is the thirty-third anniversary of the order and will be one of the most interesting meetings ever held in this city by this order. Rev. R. H. Singleton, pastor of the church where the celebration will be held, will deliver the sermon, and many of the prominent members of the order will appear on the program. In point of numbers, the order in this city has 1,200 members. These are divided among 16 lodges. 4 uniform companies, 17 courts and 5 juveniles. In membership this city stands second, being surpassed by Atlanta only. The lodges will meet tomorrow afternoon at 1:30 o'clock at the Harris street hall and will proceed from there to the church, where they will be joined by the courts and juveniles. Prof. R. W. Gadsden will be master of ceremonies. HELP THE SUFFERERS Everybody Should Help the Storm Sufferers of the Middle West. The Tribune appeals to every Colored citizen to help the storm sufferers of the Middle West. A list has been opened at this office where everybody can contribute. The money will be turned over to the city officials to be forwarded. Call at The Tribune office and leave your donation. Report of Shooting at Lincoln Park False The report which was current during the first part of the week and which got into public print, in which Manager Stiles was accused of shooting a peacemaker at Lincoln Park on last Sunday night was entirely false and without any foundation whatever. Mr. Stiles states that he had no trouble whatever with any one at the park on the night mentioned or any other since the park has been open, and that he is at a loss to know how such a report could get out. Mr. J. H. Stevens Made District Manager As a reward for faithful and meritorious services rendered the company, Mr. J. H. Stevens has been promoted by the Atlanta Mutual Insurance Association to the position of district manager. Mr. Stevens is one of the most reliable and best known men in the employ of this company in Savannah and his many friends will be pleased to learn of his promotion. The district over which Mr. Stevens has been appointed is located at Decatur, Ala. Mr. Stevens will leave for his new field of labor in about three weeks' time, and with him will go the sincere wishes of his scores of friends that he finds his new field pleasing and that great success will attend his endeavors. Mr. Flelds on Duty Again The scores of friends of Mr. W. R. Fields of the Royall Undertaking Co., are glad to know he is sufficiently improved to be out and looking after his duties after an illness of several months. He is one of the most popular men in the city and during his illness there were many anxious inquiries about him from all classes of citizens who join in congratulating him on his improvement. Mr. Fields takes this method of extending to all of his friends sincere thanks for the many kind acts shown him and words of sympathy extended during his illness. Over Home News, Beaufort, S.C. [J. S. Blocker, Correspondent.] The "Old Folks Concert" given at the F. A. B. church on Wednesday of last week, under the direction of Mrs. C. G. Bascomb, assisted by some of Beaufort local talent, was a financial success. A new mayor for Greater Beaufort is to be elected this week. Three candidates are in the race. Easter was ushered in with a beautiful spring day. All of the churches in the city were crowded and most of them had special music for the Easter service. The Knights of Pythias have planned a big Sunday March 30th. A big jubilee meeting is to be held at the Grace A. M. E. church by Corinthian Lodge No. 7, Acme Lodge No. 78, Queen Esther Court of Calanthe, Queen Rosa Court No. 12, and Pluto Co. E., U. R., K. of P., commemorating the victory of June 10th, 1912. Mrs. E. L. Bamfield was called to Charlotte, N. C., this week on account of an accident to one of her grand daughters. Eph. Williams company playing "Silas Green from New Orleans," is showing in Beaufort this week under canvas: Mr. Williams has made a host of friends in Beaufort. His show always makes a bit here. Major George Ford, of Springfield, Ill., is in the city visiting his sister, Mrs. N. J. Kennedy, Charles street. Major Ford will also visit Brunswick, Ga. Mrs. C. H. Singleton left the city this week for Savannah, where she will spend a few weeks with friends. Miss Sallie Hazall of Barnwell, S. C., is visiting at Mrs. Wright's, Duke street. Miss Lucy Drayton, of Port Royal, was in the city this week circulating among friends. Lad Breaks' Leg. Little Merritt Cohen, son of Mr. and Mrs. F. M. Cohen, 313 Duffy street, east, suffered a very painful accident Thursday night about 8:30 o'clock at the southwest corner of Waldburg lane and West Broad street, when a large wall cabinet standing on the sidewalk fell on him and broke his left leg above the knee. Little Cohen, who was waiting for his father, had just left The Tribune building and, seeing a crowd of little boys about his age playing in front of the vacant fruit store across the lane, joined them. The boys were playing tag when suddenly little Cohen, who was immediately in front of the cabinet, which was in some way turned over, was caught under it as it fell, and his leg broken. The companions of the little fellow seeing him injured, picked him up and carried him upstairs in The Tribune Building to his father's office, where a physician was summoned. It was ascertained after careful examination that the child's leg was broken. Yesterday morning he was resting as quietly as could be expected. --- Savannah Boy at Howard University Highly Commended In an article under the heading, "Dramatics at Howard," which appeared in the Amsterdam News in the issue of March 14th, a Savannah boy was highly commended for the part which he took in the play, "The Lady of Lyons," a comedy drama which was recently presented before a large audience at Howard University by the College Dramatic Club. The Savannah boy who figured prominently in the play and of whom the above mentioned article has the following to say, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Tucker, 210 Park avenue, east, and is now in his senior year at the university: "Mr. Tucker, in the role of Melnotte, the ambitious peasant, played well, one of the hardest and most difficult parts in the play. His part he acted in true peasant style. It is difficult for a person to portray in rapid succession entirely different characters as did Mr. Tucker in this play. Mr. Tucker's success in portraying the different characters in his part demonstrated the fact that he is an amateur of no mean ability." NUMBER 28 Omaha is Burying Her Dead OVER FIFTY FUNERALS WEDNESDAY Business Men Will Not Allow The Rents Raised- Many Cases of Destitution—Corporations to Assist in Rebuilding Homes—Two Mayors Exchange Messages. Omaha, Neb., March 26.—Fifty-two funerals silently winding their way to cemeteries brought home with greater force to the people of Omaha today the full realization of the extent of Sunday's tornado. All day long, as fast as hearses could deposit the bodies at graves, a continual death procession was kept up. There was little ceremony. As quickly as one funeral was over another began. Undertakers cooperated in arranging burials. In several instances where entire families were killed or where more than one member of a family awaited burial, one funeral service was held. Many cases of destitution were reported during the day. Relief work seemed to slow up. It took much time to prepare card indexes of sufferers' wants and to make requisitions on the central relief station at the auditorium for supplies. While these formalities were being carried through want stalked through disconsolate homes from one corner of the city to the other. Forty-five persons applied for aid today than any previous day. There remained, however, many cases of sensitive pride that prevented sufferers from applying for assistance. Burying the dead and work of reconstruction occupied tornado stricken Omaha today. Funerals were held in all parts of the city. Many of the bodies recovered from wrecks of Sunday's storm were cared for at undertaking establishments and a greater number of funerals were held from those places. Whenever possible some member of stricken families took care of bodies and had them prepared for burial. In many instances churches were demolished in the districts covered by the storm and others were so badly wrecked as to prevent them being used for burial service. During the night the work of rescue continued. Only one body was reported recovered, that of another Negro buried in the pool hall debris. The authorities are taking steps to uncover all of the wreckage at once in order to remove any bodies that may be buried. The real estate exchange has taken steps to prevent the raising of rents. Already cases of alleged attempted extortion have been reported, some by members of the exchange itself. CASES OF EXTORTION. Executive of that body decided to deal harshly with any owners found taking advantage of those forced to secure new homes on account of the tornado. Hundreds of persons from all parts of the country unable to hear from relatives have come to the city seeking news. Many persons known to have been in the vicinity of that portion of the city ridden by the storm have been missing and everything possible is being done to locate them. Plans for the immediate rebuilding of the wreck district are being worked out by a big company of Omaha business men, and a corporation is being formed to handle the matter in a systematic manner and assist the unfortunates who lost their homes and personal effects. This institution will begin at once the task of least partially reconstructing many homes. A public appeal sent out by the Commercial Club says that 642 homes were totally wrecked, 1,669 damaged and 3,179 persons made homeless. An unusual incident in connection with the storm was the receipt by Mayor Dahlmann of a sympathetic telegram from the Mayor of Dayton, Ohio. Today Mayor Dahlmann telegraphed the Dayton executive a similar message in connection with the flood in the Ohio-town.—Savannah Morning News. In His Holy Temple Services in the Several Churches in the City St. James A. M. E. Church. Corner Arnold and Perry Sts., Rev 1' F. Curry, pastor. Sunday morning, 4 o'clock was preaching by the pastor. At 11 a.m. o'clock was preaching by presiding Elder W. O. P. Sherman. His text was found in the 20th, Chapter of St. John, 1st to 13th verse. The scripture lesson was then read by our ex-pastor, Rev. P. W. Greatheart. At 3:30 p.m., was Sabbath, school and rehearsal by the children, and at 8:30 o'clock were the Easter exercises. A very interesting program was rendered by the school with a large crowd in attendance. A cordial invitation is extended to the public on Sunday Last Sunday was a high day at Asbury. At 11 a.m., the pastor, Rev W. V. Daughtry, preached the Resurrection sermon from St. Luke 21:16, subject, "The Necessity of Christ's Suffering and Resurrection." After the sermon several persons were baptized At 5 p.m., the church was crowded, when a concert combining the celebration of Easter and the Livingston centenary was rendered Our revival meeting closed last Friday night. The pastor was assisted by Rev W. A. Holmes, who rendered most excellent service. Several persons were added to the church. Preaching tomorrow at 11 a.m., and 8. p.m., Sunday school at 3:30 p.m. Bishop Reese at St. Augustine. The Rt. Rev. F. F. Reese, D. D., Bishop of the Diocese of Georgia, will visit St. Augustine e's Episcopal Church, Rev. M. M. Weston, rector, Sunday. (Low Sunday), March 30th, at 8 p. m. for the purpose of administering the Apostolic rite of Confirmation. The public is cordially invited to be present. Christian Endexor Christian Endeavor As Sunday is missionary day, a very interesting program will be carried out by the Christian Endeavor of the First Congregational church. The following in part is the program: Responsive reading, sentence prayers, reading of minutes, paper on Beach Institute, Marie Moore; scripture reading, Acts 18:7-11 by F. Langley; a pastor's view by Fred Taylor, Fisk University, Lucie Clark; Talladega College, Marie Tolbert; Tougaboo University, Namette Harris; Slips, talks by pastor; collection, benefaction. Easter in St. Stephen's On Easter Sunday morning the Sunday school of St. Stephen's Episcopal church, as has been the custom for years, gave its usual Easter offering. Their offering this Easter, the largest in the history of the church, was $160.71. Mrs. Jas. R. Davis class led the Sunday school, Mrs. Alethia Armstrong's class, second and Miss Fannie Deveaux's class, third. When it is considered that the Sunday school is composed of little childreg, and hardly more than a half hundred of them, their efforts were little short of marvelous. At 11 a.m., the Ven. Rev Richard Bright, Archdeacon for the Colored work in the Diocese of Georgia, rector of St. Stephen's, preached and celebrated the Holy Eucharist. He spoke touchingly on the "Resurrection of Christ," and of the progress the church had made in the past twenty years; how dearly he loved the people of St. Stephen's, to whom he had ministered for the past twenty-two years; and that he hoped that his years of untiring service had been of some good to the people of his parish and to the city at large. The church was beautifully decorated with cut and pot flowers so aptly symbolizing the resurrection spirit. In the evening at 8 o'clock a beautiful and well executed portrayal of "The Resurrection," a mystery play in four acts, was presented. It was through the concerted efforts of all concerned that success was attained. Rev. Bright handled his part "The Centurion's Soliloquy" in a masterly manner, some, not knowing, might have thought him to be some celebrity of the stage, and none can be too liberal in praising him in the execution of this difficult part. The a mon parts were well executed and came up to, and, in some instances, surpassed the average amateur ability. Easter Echoes First Congregational Sunday School Dean Editor and Friends: Easter morn and eventide were ideal periods with us. The chil dren of the Sabbath school were happy throughout the day, of smiling beauty. The exercises of the school began 8 o'clock p. m. sharp and continued for two hours; amidst the happy plaudits of a very appreciative audience, consisting of the very cream of our citizens. All the parts were well rendered being unparalleled by anything in the previous history of the school. The little folks, boys and girls, were all joy and gladness in their angelic presentation of Sweet, Easter gems. A very new and novel feature of the Easter exercises was prepared by Miss McIntosh, Daniels and S. C. Houstoun—The "Scarf Drill" and "The Cross Drill." The Scarf drill was presented with green and white scarfs, and the Cross drill, with decorated wooden crosses. Both drills were presented under the captaincy of Miss S. C. Houstoun, 6th Grade teacher of the Maple Street Public school. The splendid audience could hardly refrain from great out bursts of joyous commendations of this most splendid fe ture. Well, Miss S. C. Houstoun's fame as an expert drill mistress is par-excellent and the results just had to be grand. The cross was presented in a variety of forms, both unique and picturesque. Miss Etta McIntosh presided at the piano and performed her part with usual skill and excellence, as Apollo directed. A class of bright boys rendered an Easter gem entitled "Crusaders." With their gilded swords they displayed much youthful oratory, as they expressed their determination to go out in the high ways and hedges and bring into the school 50 pupils to study the Bible and sing pretty songs. Indeed this was a most blessed Easter exercise, long to be remembered, as the best in the history of the school, after having had so many other very excellent ones. The work has received new impetus and the workers redoubled inspiration. Yours for progres. Jno. McIntosh, Supt. St. Philip Dots (Charles and West Broad Streets.) Easter at St. Philip was a red letter day. From early morn to late eve this the first Easter day in the new structure was marked with spender, and the church was beautifully decorated with palms, flowers and potted plants. The great edifice was crowded at every service. Promptly at 4 a.m. the great pipe organ pealed forth the Easter tidings, "Christ is Risen." Rev. Singleton preached the Resurrection sermon and indeed it was a beautiful discourse. It told of the life of Christ to the Resurrection and Ascension. At the same hour the confirming of a large class of converts that were converted at our last revival, was held. At 11 a.m. Rev. Singleton preached a special sermon to the new converts and extended the right hand of fellowship. At 4 p.m. the Sunday School had their Easter exercises. From the tiny tots to the grown ups, all were dressed in their Easter costumes which were very beautiful and impressive. The recitations, papers and musical numbers were excellent and showed good training on the part of the teachers. In point of money raised by the Sunday school, the adult department Mrs. J. C. Sinton, turned in $24.93; Intermediate department, Mrs. H. Steward, $3.16; Primary department, Mrs. P. G. Jones, $7.00. The closing exercises of the day were held at 5 p.m. This was participated in by the choir, Allen League and the Sunday School. The program carried out was very good. Special mention should be made of the duet by Mrs. Whitis and Law, that by Mrs. Tolma Sharp Pinkney and Miss May Stewart, and that by Misses Johnson and Evers. The papers read by Mr. Frank H. Thomas, Mr. W. A. Russell, Mr. George Carse and others, were also excellent. The cantata rendered by a class of girls was very commendable. The Easter offerings were very liberal, but not as large as was expected. At 2 p.m., the funeral of Miss Odell Grant took place from the church. Miss Grant was one of St. Philip's promising young members. She died a triumphant death. Our members are requested to pay their pledges. This is a very important matter and every member should pay up regularly in order that we may meet important obligations. The Pythian Period celebration will take place at St. Philip on tomorrow at 3 p.m. The following services will be held on to-morrow prayer meeting at 5 a.m.; preaching at 11 a.m.; Sunday School at 2 p.m.; Pythian exercises at 3 p.m.; A. C. E. League at 7(p.m. Preaching at 8:15 p.m. Everybody is invited to these services. SUNDAY SCHOOL SUNDAY SCHOOL Lésson XIII.—First Quarter, For March 30, 1913. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, Comprehensive Quarterly Review—Read Heb. xi, 1-19—Golden Text, Ps. xxii, 4—Commentary by Rev. D. M. Stearns. LESSON I.—The Creation. Gen. 1. 1. to ii. 3. Golden Text. Gen. 1. 1. "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." The Golden Text is a wondrous statement containing just seven Hebrew words of twenty-eight Hebrew letters and tells the whole creation story, which is stated in other words in Ps. xxxiii. 6. 9. Heb. xi. 3. Gen. 1. 2. tells of a great catastrophe which brought the earth into a condition of chaos, waste and void, from which it was delivered in six days by the Creator. LESSON II.-Man the Crown of Creation, Gen. i. 26, 27; ii. 7-9, 15-21. Gold en Text, Gen. i. 27. "God created man in His own image." After a great and perfect restoration God made man male and female, man from the dust and wound from a part of man, and gave them dominion over all the works of His hands. In these two chapters we have a perfect earth, after the restoration without slu or curse of any kind, and God in fellowship with man. We have also the institution of the Sabbath and marriage. LESSON III.—Man's First Sin, Gen. ill, 1-12, 22-21, Golden Text, John vili, 34. "Every one that committeth sin is the servant of sin." Here we have the first mention of that old serpent, the devil, the first destructive critic questioning the word of God and the love of God and making God a liar. In the third chapter from the end of the Bible we have his final doom. In this lesson chapter we have also the first mention of a deliverer, the way of salvation and the future glory of the redeemed. LESSON IV. - Cain and Abel, Gen. iv. 1-15 Golden Text. I John iii. 15, "Whosoever hateth his Brother is a murderer." Adam, having been taught the way of redemption and of approach to God (Gen. iii. 21), taught his children and their children. Abel believed God and came obediently, bringing his sacrifice. Cain was what might be called a Unitarian, having no use for the shedding of blood, but deemed the best he had would be acceptable. He was therefore rejected. LESSON V.—The Flood. Gen. vi. S12: vll. 11-24. Golden Text. Rom. vi: 22. "The wages of sin is death, but she free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord." Cain turned his back upon God after he had killed his brother, and his descendants began to build cities, invest musical instruments, work in brass and iron and improve things generally, but all without God, and wickedness became so great that God had to cut off the race by a deluge, saving only Noah and his family. LESSON VI.—God's Covenant With Noah, Gen. ix. S-17. Golden Text, Gen. ix. 13. "I do set by bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth." The next destruction will be by fire at the end of this age, but we look for a new earth wherein dwelling righteousness. LESSON VII—The Call of Abram, Gen. xii, 1-9. Golden Text, Gen. xii, 2, "I will bless thee and make thy name great, and be thou a blessing." Instead of dealing longer with the world, God separates a man, a family, a nation and in the present age a church, to be His special people through whom He may reveal Himself, whom He may bless and make a blessing. Lesios VIII.—Abram and Lot, Genxii. 1-12. Golden Text, Prov. x, 22. "The blessing of Jehovah; it make rich, and He addeth no sorrow therewith," Abram found sorrow in Egypt, and Lot found sorrow in Sodom, but both were for the time out of fellowship. It was good for Abram to get back to Bethel and to find a resting place and altar at Hebron. Lesson IX.—God's Covenant With Abraham, Gen. xv, 5-18. Golden Text, Heb. x, 23. "He is faithful that promised." Let no one pass by the wondrous story of Melchizedek nor fail to notice the many new words of this chapter—the first "Fear not," "Believe," "Righteousness" and many others. Lesson X.—The Destruction of Sodom, Gen. xlx, 12-17, 23-20. Golden Text, II Cor. vi, 17. "Come ye out from among them and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch no unclean thing." The Lord Jesus referred to both the deluge and the destruction of Sodom and said that the end of this age will be similar as to sin and judgment. Lesson XI—The Text of Abraham's Faith, Gen. xxii, 1-13. Golden Text. Hos. vi. 6. I "desire goodness and not sacrifice and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings." Isaac was the promised seed in whom the promises were to be fulfilled, but God would have us rest in Himself regardless of what we see or feel. Lesson XII—Isaac and Rebekah, Gen. xxiv, 58-67. Golden Text. Provii, 6. "In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct thy paths." Jesus Christ, risen from the dead, is now awaiting His bride, the church, the Lamb's wife, which the Holy Spirit is preparing by teiling of the glory of God, and of Christ and the riches of Grace. Soon the gathering will be complete and our Isaac will welcome us home. MABEL'S CHITCHAT MABEL'S CHITCHAT People Who Do Not Dine, but Merely Eat Dinner. Luncheon For Spring Bride Elect Where the Decorations Were Delightfully Simple, Though Very Effectively Carried Out-Selecting Paper. Dear Elsa—You asked me whether I enjoyed the IL's dinner. Well, to be perfectly frank, I was pored to extinction. I can't say I really dined with them. I ate with the IL's would be putting it better. What was the matter? Perhaps I'm over fastidious, but it seems to me that one never really dines unless the table is well ordered and the family and guests, if there are many of the latter, indulge in a reasonably leisurely meal, with a little interesting conversation thrown in as an entree, so to speak. I am sure that you agree with me, and it is only between such good friends like you and me, dear, that I would run the risk of such a breach of etiquette as to discuss a meal at which I was an honored guest. To begin with, the tablecloth was on crooked, and the lace centerpiece was fit for nothing save the ministrations of the laundress. There were no flowers, not even a fern dish, in the middle of the board, and I do like some greenery to look at, don't you? And then we didn't have a particle of time to talk. The family set the pace and positively raced through their food. You know my falling, dear, of getting in a story every now and then. Well, there wasn't the slightest opportunity to tell even Woodrow Wilson's latest witticism, for I'd no sooner start to tell an anecdote than I'd look round and see that both my host and hostess had long ago finished that particular course and were impatiently waiting for me to make an end of it so that the maid could clear away the dish. Naturally all there was for me to do was to put a short story in my pet story, gulp down the last mouthful and lay down arms, alias fork. And that's the way it went on all through the dinner. Can you wonder that I was disgruntled? The IT's all acted as if they were trying to catch a train and had only the usual ten minutes for refreshments. But, my dear, when we got into the drawing room there was absolutely nothing to do. The family are not musical, they hate the bridge, and their conversational abilities seem to have rusted from want of exercise. I was too cross by this time to make an effort and help them out. Now, what do you reason makes nice people act like that? You say perhaps that some of them get into the habit of rapid eating and don't stop to think about others. Possibly, but it would be a fine plan to get out of the practice, especially when there are guests present. Mother always said that one's breeding showed itself more quickly at table than anywhere else, and I think she was right. A man or woman may have a fine mind and refined instincts, and yet through ignorance commit all sorts of gancheries at the table, but there was no excuse on earth for the ITS acting as they did. Now, I am going to tell you about a bride elect's juncheon I attended, which was charming in every respect. The table decorations were simple yet very effective, consisting of a shallow silvered basket filled with lilies of the valley, delicate ferns and a pink pink rosebuds. This basket was placed on a circular mirror in the center of the table, and the frame was concealed with a wreath of ferns, lilies and pink rosebuds dotted here and there in the greenery. At each plate was a small bunch of valley lilies with one pink rosebud tied together with silver gauze. The bride elect's place was designated by a wreath of pink rosebuds and ferns, and at the back of her chair, tied with the gauze ribbon, was a similar bunch of rosebuds. Pink candies in silver candlesticks were used, with white shades wreathed with pink rosebuds. Rolls, croquettes, icees and cakes were in heart shapes and heart shaped cases of pink and white held bonbons and nuts. This floral decoration would be pretty to use at your club luncheon. So you are going to redecorate your living room and want me to select the paper! Well, it's a great responsibility, but as I can easily shed worries here goes for better or worse. By all means use an oatmeal paper. It is a rough effect in paper that is being much used just now, and when a plain wall covering is desired there is nothing better in competitively cheap papering than the oatmeal. For your room I would use oatmeal in a deep gold, but should you prefer it a soft wood brown color would be restful, but it would make the room darker. Do not use a border, but stop the paper at the picture molding. The space above and the ceiling should be tinted a tone or two lighter than the oatmeal paper. This is a Whistler "I'm not arguing with you; I'm just telling you" sort of way of discussing the living room refurnishing, but you won't mind, as the advice comes from dictatorial MABEL. To 'Restore Wet Shoes. Wet shoes may be prevented from becoming hard by rubbing them with vaseline after cleaning them and setting them away for a day. This also prevents the leather from cracking. W. L. BLUNT WHOLESALE AND RETAIL. Fruit And Commission Merchant 302 ST. JULIAN, WEST AND 23 JEFFERSON STREET Everybody's Doing It! WHAT? GOING TO Lincoln Park Monday April 7th THE PRINTERS PICNIC Admission 15 Cents Children in afternoon 10 Cents Office of Grand Worthy Counsellor, Grand Court Order of Calanthe under Jurisdiction of K. of P., of Georgia, of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia. Savannah, Ga., February 5th. 1913. To the Grand Court Officers, Grand Representatives, Members of the Grand Court, Worthy Counsellors, Members of the Courts and Juvenile Courts. Greetings: In compliance with the law and the establishing of the Knights of Pythias and Courts of Calanthe and by the power in me vested as Grand Worthy Counsellor of the State of Georgia, I call every Court in the State out on Sunday, the 30th, day of March, with badges, to a church or hall or wherever K of P, go. On this day let praises from more than eight thousand five hundred and fifty members in this State be given to Almighty God for the continued blessings He has bestowed upon our Order and that Love and Harmony may reign supremely. Members failing to turn out without a lawful excuse and so accepted by their Court shall be fined $1.00. You can get court badges from this office at 60 cents each, Juvenile badges 30 cents each, by applying for them before the 10th, of March. All badges must come through this office Programs from this office or Grand Chancellor's office $150 per hundred. I shall expect every Court in the Jurisdiction to comply with the above proclamation to the letter. Yours in F. H. & L. Mrs. M. S. Grant, G. R of D. Mrs. R. L. Barnes, G W. C. N. B. -Please order badges at once to avoid 'the rush. Rooms For Rent Two rooms for rent. Apply at 124 East 33rd Street. Bargains in Real Estate 4 beautiful lots 36th street near Burroughs. Finest residential spot in the city for Negroes. 11 beautiful lots on Montgomery street in growing part of the city size 30 x 105, and 30 x 157. Price $500.00, $10 down or $5 per month no interest. I can supply you with many other valuable pieces of property in the city; improved and unimproved. Geo. W. Jacobs Phone 3713 817 West Broad Street Protect Your Horses' Feet Have Their Shod By the The Cresceus Horseshaeing and Clipping Shop 335 JEFFERSON ST., Phone 3509 NELSON A. CUYLER "The Expert Horseshoeer," Prop- Important—The only Expert horseshoeing shop in the city operated by a colored man. NOTICE Everything on: Wheels The factory man is still on the job formerly with Mr. Geo. W. Thomas for the past five years. Brazing. Vulcanizing. Enameling a speciality. Baby Carriage fires and Repairs. Aff Work Guaranteed S E. PARRISH, Proprietor Oydathorpe Ave. & Jefferson St. W. L. H WHOLESALE Fruit And Comm 302 ST. JULIAN, WEST AN Everybody Does all kind of high grade dental work of the best quality and workmanship. Gold crowns and bridge work. White Porcelain Pivot and Gold Crowns mounted on the natural roots. Gold Fillings, Cement Fillings, and Silver or Amalgam Fillings. From nine to a full set of teeth $8.00 and $10.00 Broken plates mended and teeth added. All Gold Crowns Guaranteed 23½ K Gold. Bell Phone 1234 Dr. J. W. Jamerson FIRST-CLASS All Work Guaranteed 623 WEST BROAD STREET Between Charles and Oak St. PHONE 2098-J Dr. A. R. Ferebee Surgeon Dentist Office Hours: 8 a. m., to 2 p. m. 3 p. m., to 6 p. m. Sandays by Appointment Gwinnett and East Broad Sts Adjoining Drug Store Henry Mears Feed Co HAY & GRAIN OF ALL KINDS 508 W Jones St. Come and take a look at ou Stock or Phone your order and it will be deliveredpromptly. Phone 5461 Young Bros. Whether its cold or whether its hot you can get what you want on the spot, our specialities are Oyster Stew, Dairy Lunches and Cocoa. Give us a call. 507West B old Stree et H. G. YOUNG. Manager The Acme Bicycle Stoe Dealer in New and Second Handed Bicycles. Tires and Supplies. Expert Vulcanizer of Bicycle Tires Vulcanizing The K. HALPERN, Proprietor, 463 West Broad St. Phone 1340. BLUNT AND RETAIL. Mission Merchant D 23 JEFFERSON STREET SUITS $15.00 and UP Made by a man who is a member of local industry deserving your local patronage. I am the Tailor who guaranteed honest value D. FELDMAN, THE UNION TAILOR $ 5 0 9 _ { \frac { 1 } { 2 } } $ WEST BROAD STREET Finest and Largest Theatre in the South for Colored People Only WEEK BEGINNING MONDAY MARCH 31st Williams and Rajah Big Stock Company Consisting of Williams & Rajah Bradford & Bradford The Two Sweets Madam DeRose Pat Child & Gibson Jim Wise THE WEEKLY PRESS When the Rev. Dr. Snow rose to address his evening congregation his voice was slightly husky. "My friends," he said, "I have already preached one sermon and made two long speeches to societies in different parts of the city, and before I have finished this evening you will think I am like a wheel—the longer the spoke the bigger the tire." Only a few appeared to see the point, however, and the good doctor scorned to furnish a diagram.—Chicago Tribune. Colonial Fear of Lawyers. Colonial Fear of Lawyers. In the columns of the New York Gazetteer of Sept. 8, 1786, there was a paragraph lamenting the increase of lawyers as threatening to the future prosperity of the community and degrading to freemen. "An honest trade in former days," said the writer. "was all that people of common ability and education were ambitious of, but now no profession is genteel but the lawyer and the merchant. The lawyers are now creeping into every post of importance and thrusting themselves wherever there is a vacancy. Our congress, our assembly, are crowded with them, and even in our great commercial convention there are five lawyers to one merchant." Wanted Holiday Fare. An English kid went to visit his two Scotch cousins last summer during his vacation. His breakfast every morning consisted of plain oatmeal, and he became thoroughly tired of it. One morning when he felt that he could endure it no longer he said: "Say, Freddy, don't you ever have milk with your porridge?" Freddy turned to his brother and grinned. "Th, James," he said, "the lad thinks it's Christmas."—Everybody's. + SAVANNAH. GEORGIA (West Broad Street, Just South of Gaston Street) SOME BIG SHOW Four New Reels Moving Pictures Changed Every Day. Some of Our Features Next WeeK Traveler (to waiter of hotel)—I have slit one of my boots. Send it to the shoemaker. Errand Boy (to boots an hour later)—Mended boot for No. 6 I had to pay threepence. Give me the money Boots (to waiter)—Boot for No. 6 I've given him sixpence. You must pay me. Waiter (to traveler)—Here's the mended boot, sir. It cost a shilling I paid. Some time after— Traveler (to shoemaker)—I say, how much did you charge for mending the boot? Shoemaker - Nothir London Mail PRECIOUS MOMENTS Bacon's fame is mainly due to books written in his spare hours while he was England's chancellor. Humboldt's days were so occupied with his business that he had to pursue his scientific labors in the night or early morning. Buros wrote his most beautiful poems, in his spare moments while working on a farm. Grote wrote his "History of Greece" during the odds and ends of time snatched from his duty as a banker. "Moments are the golden sands of time" if rightly used. Just Between. A man caught a heavy cold during the changeable weather and concluded to take a spell in bed. His wife came into the room and said: "Jim, there's a visitor for you." "Oh, shucks!" Jim growled. "I'm too sick to see anybody." "But it's our pastor" "Thunder! I ain't sick enough, to see him"—Newark Star. Monday March 31. "The Sins of a Father" Broncho 2 Reel Indian Feature. "The Stronger" Thrilling-2 Reel Melo-Drama Big Fire Scene. Tuesday April 1. "Indian Blood" 101 Bison 2 Reel Indian Feature. "The Silver Blaze" 2 Reel Sherlock Holmes Detective Story Wednesday April 2 "The Sergeant's Secret" Kaybee 2 Reel Indian Feature. Thursday April 3. "In A Lion's Den" Big 2 Reel Thrilling Feature. Friday April 4. "The Vengeance of Heaven" 2 Reel Exciting Melo-Drama. Safurday April 5. "Battle of Bull Run" 101 Bison Big 3 Reel War Picture. Visit "THE STAR" Under a call issued by the Savannah Home Association at its regular meeting held on the night of February 26th, you are respectfully asked to appoint a committee of three to meet at the Association's rooms 410 Taylor street, west, on Monday night, March 31st at 8:30 o'clock to discuss the advisability of discontinuing boat excursions, on account of the increase raise in price of the boat for running these excursions. Yours Respectfully, Savannah Home Association. Ed H. Burke, President. Ed. R. Collins, Secretary. Committee—Ed. H. Burke, Jos. H. -FOR Staple & Fancy Groceries -CALL AT-- Carr's Grocery Company 1711 Ogeechee Ave Polite Attention. Best Service JOB PRINTING STAR T West Broad Street, Justgest Theatre in th Our Moral Obligation Right here, I want to admit, said the speaker, that the Ga. Mutual feels exceedingly proud of its wonderful record, but when I think of the hundreds of positions created by this good company for so many of our worthy Negro men and women, I assure you that no deeper feelings of inspiration could possibly overcome a man, and I doff my hat to other worthy. Negro insurance companies who are doing the same thing throughout the entire southland. And again-What more can a company offer in return for the patronage of a people than to take the money invested by them and create employment for their children? No more! no more! said a hundred voices. Then give us your insurance, cried the speaker in the midst of great applause. (To be continued April 5) Branch Office 509 W. Broad St., Savannah, Ga. H. T. Singleton, Dist. Mgr. H. T. Singleton, Dist. Mgr. -Ad WEST SIDE RESTAURANT 461 West Broad Street Near Union Station- The place to get first-class meals. Everything neat and clean. Meals prepared in an appetizing manner and at all hours daily. Meals 15 and 25 cents, MRS. A. S. SCOTT, Proprietress THE NEW YORK TIMES GRISWOLD & DOZIER CABINET MAKERS Mattresses made to order and Renovated. Furniture repaired and overhauled. Phone 4188-J 602 maldburgh Street, West Ocean Wave Cafe Meals at all hours. Quick lunches served in up-to-date style. Open day and night J. S. Lloyd & Son 42 Habersham St. Madame Florence E Williams Graduate Prof. Roher's School, New York. 719 West Broad Street. Telephone 2328 Wigs, Switches and Pompadours Made from Natural Hair. Combings Made Up. Shampooing and Hair Straightening a Speciality. Face and Electric Massage, Dyeing and Matching Hair ORIENTAL HAIR GROWER, An excellent preparation, will produce a beautiful growth of hair. Directions on each box. For sale, price 25 cents per box. Colored Boarding & Lodging House J. E. WALKER, Prop. Nos. 620 and 622 INDIAN STREET BOARDING AND LODGING By the Day, Week or Month. Nice, light, clean and well venti- lated rooms. All conveniences TUXEDO M. R. S. First-Class accommodation at Brown's Stag Lodging House. Rooms well lighted by electricity. Krtes, reasonable. Poite attention. Persons visiting Savannah should stop at Brown's Lodging House, 217 East Broad Street, Phone 3746 + The Savannah Tribune, Established 1875 By JOHN H. DEVEAUX Published by SOL. C. JOHNSON Editor and Proprietor JAS. H. BUTLER Asso. Editor and Manager Published Every Saturday 1009 West Broad Street. Phone 2171. Subscription Rates: One Year - $1.25 Six Months - .75 Three Months - .50 Remittance must be made by Express or Post Office Money Order, or Registered Letter. Advertising rates given on application. Entered at the Post Office at Savannah, Ga., as Second-Class mail matter. SATURDAY, MARCH 29TH 1913. The Savannah Tribune is now all home-print. We congratulate Col. Sol. C. Johnson, the genius of its tripod.—The Georgia Baptist, Augusta. For several days recently the New York World published communications pro and con on "the case of the Negro." A southerner in concluding his article said: "Let him (the Negro) be great in his own color and race, not an imitation of something else." And we endorse every word. The Negro will amount to but very little unless the above is fully complied with. In order to do so a healthy sentiment should be created against the use of face bleach and hair straightening preparations. Our women especially should decline apeing other races in this direction. The constant use of chemicals on the face will cause many to become wrinkled prematurely and trying to straighten the hair will result in bald heads and the wearing of wigs. Let our women beautify themselves, but not contrary to nature's wishes. --- Ever and anon, from divers causes, sadness comes and dwells among us. At this time, Georgia bows her head in sorrow over the demise of one of her most illustrious citizens, Ex-Gov. W. J. Northern, which occurred in Atlanta on Tuesday. And not only Georgia but the entire south feels the loss of this great and good man, whose humanity, love and unselfishness knew no confines of state but wide in dimension, scattered everywhere bringing sunshine and happiness and hope and inspiration to all. It is indeed true that Ex-Gov. Northern is no more. Sad as it is for us to note this fact, it is indeed true. He was indeed a friend of humanity, a shining light; a constellation among the luminaries. As teacher, legislator, governor, settlement worker and promoter of peace and harmony among the people with whom he lived, he labored long and well. He was in the true sense of the word, a patron of fine arts. The great educational system of Georgia will stand as a monument to his efforts. As governor of our state he proved to be one of Georgia's most efficient executives. It was during, and immediately after, the infamous Atlanta riots that Ex-Governor Northern was able to do some of his most effective work. At the time when the tension between the races was greatest in the Capital city; when excitement reigned supreme; when law and order were relegated to the rear; it was then that as a pacifying angel, the beloved Ex-Governor went about his fellowmen, both white and black, restoring everywhere confidence and hope and bringing peace out of chaos. As prime mover in the organization of the citizen committee composed of the best citizens of both races and organized to bring about more healthy and cordial relations among the inhabitants of the city of Atlanta he did his work well. The results stand as a monument to him. The late Ex-Governor was a lover of humanity. He was a friend and benefactor to all. He was indeed a true friend to our people. Ever conscious of the disadvantages under which we live and labor, no stone was left unturned or opportunity allowed to slip by whenever he could do our people a service. Indeed Georgia bows her head to-day at the bier of this, one of her noblest sons. Our people scattered everywhere, yea from Rabun Gap to Tybee Light House, join in honoring the memory of our illustrious dead. Indeed "his life was gentle and the elements so mixed in him that Nature might stand up and say to all the world this was a man." Ex-Governor Northern was the embodiment of law and order. He was an arch enemy to lawlessness. He served Georgia and the south well. He was a true and trice --- friend of the Negro. Let us at this time resolve to perpetuate his memory by dedicating ourselves to a life of service to our race, our country and our God. Long live the memory of our loyal, faithful and christian Ex Governor, Hon. W.J. Northern. It is indeed gratifying to note the great rejoicing among the "drivers of the quill" over the recent reconciliatory meeting, between Leader Robert N. Wood of the United Colored Democracy and Bishop Walters of the Negro Democratic League. In their rejoicing, we heartily join them Bishop Walters and Leader Wood have been at war with each other for some time and much to each other's detriment. In burying their hatchets and "locking horns" once more for the good of their race, they win the commendation and approval of their entire hosts of Negro voters throughout the country. It has been often repeated, and there is some reason for believing the veracity of it, that both of these gentlemen and especially Bishop Walters, stand high in the council of President Wilson. If such is the case, it is comparatively easy to see how necessary it is for them to work together in order to be able to accomplish some good for the race. The task before them is no easy one. While President Wilson, judging him by his record, is believed to be a man who has the courage of his own conviction in dealing with affairs of state and issues of national importance, it must be remembered that this is his first opportunity to come directly in personal contact with one of the greatest problems of our country, the Negro problem. It goes without saying that in dealing with our people, President Wilson will be guided largely by his observation of our conduct toward each other. To present a solid front to him, cannot fail to impress him favorably whether he is willing to admit it or not. To do otherwise will no doubt cause him to turn his back to us in disgust. Bishop Walters and Leader Wood have started action in the right way. We should do likewise. If ever there was a necessity for race unity, it is now. In our churches, in our business, in our professions, in all fields of endeavor, we should see to it that we are together. Every present sign points to the need of unity among us. To win our battles we must get together. Let each of us see to it that the year 1913 will be a year of results for our people. Yea let us make the year 1913 a memorable one, for "lest we forget, we say it yet," the year 1913 is the fiftieth anniversary of our emancipation. If any one has any doubt as to the success and prosperity of the Savannah Negro, let him take a stroll into the various wards of our city and note the great activity among our people in the building of modern and commodious residences. At no time in the history of our city has such great activity along building lines been noted among our people as now. Everybody seems possessed with the desire to live in a beautiful residence to which he can turn and point with pride as being his own. Not only is the desire to own a home found among our older citizens, but among our younger ones as well. This condition of affairs presages in a large measure what the race will do, if given a fair chance and a square deal in the great race of life. And not only in real estate life do we find our people active and progressive, but in the business life as well. Small but lucrative business enterprises conducted solely by our people can be seen on every hand. Our churches too, so far as the beauty of their construction is concerned and the improvement now being made on them, emphasize in a large degree our progress along material lines. All of this goes to show that our people have done and are doing well along all lines in our city. We have no reason whatever to be sad over our prospects for the future. We must judge, in a large measure, our future progress by the past. Thus far, we have done well. Let us continue to grow in the future in all directions as we have in the past. Our old men and our young men, our women and our girls, all must remember that the success of the race is dependent largely upon the fidelity as exercised by each of us. Let all of the doubting ones of us take a trip among us and note our progress. Then if he is converted to the belief that we are making some progress, let him join in with us in striving to make hay while the sun shines. --- From our inception, it has been our policy to call the attention of our people to matters of vital importance to them whenever the occasion demanded or required us to do so. Pursuant to this policy, we are calling the attention of our readers, at this time, to the movement now taking shape within our midst, to eliminate our people from participation as voters in our city election. For bringing this matter to the attention of our readers, we do not wish to be classed, in the least, as undue alarmist, for we are no such. We have simply noted the present tendency of the swing of the political pendulum and are calling the attention of our people to it in order that they may take the proper steps, in due time, against any action that may result in our disfranchisement in local politics. The present movement to eliminate the Negro from local elections has its origin, as most of us know, in a new political organization which had, its birth a few weeks prior to the holding of the last municipal election. Since its launching, the movement has become more and more widespread. The recent Grand Jury gave it impetus by recommending in its report that the legislators of this county be asked to present such a bill to the Legislature. Believing as we do, that the "handwriting on the wall" invariably presages future happenings, we see no other course for our people to pursue in this matter than to get busy among themselves and friends at once. At the last municipal election, only about six hundred of our men were qualified to vote. This is indeed a sad fact to relate. There should be no less than five thousand Negro men in Chatham County qualified to vote in each of our elections. During the last municipal campaign, our people organized themselves into political clubs in the various districts. Are these clubs discontinued? If so, cannot they be reorganized with a view of encouraging the delinquents among us to qualify themselves to vote? Cannot the thinking ones among us take the necessary steps toward the organization of a live, registration club among us? The time is ripe indeed for such an organization. Who will start the good work? If we do not bestir ourselves now in our behalf we will no doubt have cause to regret it in the future. With a good strong registration of our own people and the aid of our good white friends who believe in fair play and justice to all and who have already stood by their guns whenever anything threatens us, we believe that any attempt to disfranchise us from the city election will be frustrated. However, we must not sit by illly at this time, but we must work. Let us organize, and having organized let us go out and seek our relatives and friends who have failed to qualify themselves as voters and see to it that the same is done. In this matter, each of us has a duty, a responsibility which we cannot shirk. Let us then begin at once to do our duty. "To falter now would be sin." The time for action is at hand; we stand ready to co-operate in any movement looking to this end. Deaths. Mrs A. G. Grant, mother of Mr. J. E. Weston, of this city, died on Monday last at Taylors, S. C., where she was residing with her brother, the Rev. A. S. Townsend. Mrs. Grant had been sick for nearly two years. The funeral took place at Taylors. She is survived by an only son, Mr. Weston, a brother, Rev. Townsend, and other relatives. Mr. Weston left on Tuesday to attend the funeral. He returned yesterday. Mrs. Fannie C. Ford, wife of Mr. William C. Ford, 1801 Ogee-chee avenue, died very suddenly on last Thursday night. Mrs. Ford, who has had charge of the county school at Mt. Zion for the past 30 years, had just returned from her work late Thursday afternoon, and not feeling so well, lay down to rest. She was taken with severe pains and after about four hours' illness died about 10 o'clock that night. Mrs. Ford was a member of the First Congregational church, from which the funeral will take place Sunday afternoon. Mrs. Ford is survived by a husband, three sons, Mr. Wm. C. Ford of New York; Dr. Robt. G. Ford of New Rochelle, N. Y.; and Dr. J. F. Ford; one sister, Mrs. H. B. Garnett of Brunswick, Ga., and other relatives. Friends of Mrs. Robt. T. Washington will be pleased to learn of her continued improvement after having undergone an operation about four weeks ago at Charity hospital. FOUR THINGS. Four things a man must learn to do If he would make his record true To think without confusion clearly, To love his fellow men sincerely, To act from honest motives purely, To trust in God and heaven securely. English and Scotch. It being the southerner's turn, he told about a county in Missouri so divided in sentiment that year after year the vote of a single man prohibits the sale of liquor there. "And what," he asked, "do you suppose is the name of the chap who keeps a whole county dry?" Nobody had an idea. "Mackintosh, as I'm allright!" declared the southerner. Everybody laughed except the Englishman. "It's just like a Scotchman to be so obstinate!" he sniffed, and was much astonished when the rest of the party laughed more than ever.—Lippincott's. And This In England! A state paper of the time of William Rufus describing the royal household mentioned a hundred servitors in the king's kitchen and only four in the laundry, indicating that washing was not of much account in those days. Even so late as the reign of Charles II, Pepys thought it worthy of record in his diary that on Feb. 24, 1604, his wife took a bath.-London Telegraph. His Mistake. Gallyer — What mistakes men do make! I was just reading that Columbus thought he had discovered the Indies. Aspley—There are worse mistakes than that. When I married first I thought I had discovered paradise! Special Notices A meeting of those interested in Colored Business will be held on Monday evening March 31st, 1913, at 8 p. m., at the office of The Wage Earners Loan and Investment Company, 468 West Broad street, for the purpose of organizing a local branch of The National Negro Business League. A. B. Singfield. J. C. Lindsay. Walter S. Scott. To all Chancellor Commanders, Officers and Members of the Knights of Pythias: you are hereby requested to assemble at Harris street Hall, Sunday March 30th, at 1:30 p.m., and then proceed to St. Philip A. M. E. Church, corner Charles and West Broad street, for the purpose of celebrating the Pythian anniversary. Faithfully, Prof. R. W. Gadsden, Chairman. J. B. Parker, Sec'ty. The graduates and former pupils of A. U., one and all, are earnestly requested to come to a meeting of the A. U., people at the First Congregational Church, at one o'clock, Sunday March 30th, 1913. Business of importance. A. L. Tucker, Pres. S. A. Grant, Seet'y. Olympia Lodge No. 10, K. of P. 22nd Anniversary Banquet AT HARRIS ST., HALL Friday Night April 4th 1913 Tickets 75 Cents Double THE FIVE NIGHT FAIR which will be given by the various Temples of the Savannah District at U. B. of A., Hall, East Broad & Anderson Sts beginning April 14, promises to be complete success. You are urged to attend. 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J. C. Lindsay, District Manager, 509 W. Broad St., Savannah, Ga., or write Wm. Driskell. Secretary-Manager, 210 Auburn Aye., Atlanta, Ga. RRS 7 = f\/ TAKE NOT!/C feaeueaeas GCOOPER& CDREZIN aSEIREER PHE UP-TO-DATE "CSILORS Ee * a EE, G..) 2418 W. Broan St. fe a Ce . SS ace y gt SPECIAL GO DAYS SL5.06 SUITS ee Le MADE TO YOUR BMEASURE “Tae = fan! —* —— ae FeSDn Gr a, . fore SE LSeeAS SN Our SPRING linc of woolens is the finest ever shown Rass ee oP os Ee Come and see it. Its worth your while. | . pf Tes, ‘ei Max Coorse 7s "ee , . . D.Oprezin . A NEW OF MHIKR ING - Of a few choice lots at COLLEGE HIEGHTS, Thunderbolt, near the college gates, immediately on the car line; Only 36 lots to offer and the price and termis are cxceedingly attracttive, Price $150and.$25G each ae , . Terms $10.00 cash and $5.00 per month . Oe ——<ONLY A FEW LEFT-— Oe " We have only a few of those desirable lots left i FOR SALE IN. CANN PARK __ - Without question, the most desirable and best investment opportunity for the small investor : _ Prices from $250.00 te $350.00 Each on the Easy Payment Plan _ . : Call on or Address - - | G. H. BOWEN, REAL ESTATE DEALER © OR E. RANKIN. Ss. T. JORDAN, WILLIAM, J. JACKSON,—-SALESMEN : : PHONE 4096. |. GOS WEST BROAD STREET * - = BARGAINS IN REAL ESTATE, 406 West Broad Street, 2 story store, excellent business stand, $22500.00 1115 West Broad St.. 2 story dwelling, lot 30x100 feet 5000.00 102 Estill Avenue, between Bull and Abercorn 3Sts., 2 story 7 room. dwelling well arranged and in first-class condition, lot 75 X 90 feet this is some of the best property about the city, and will pay big returns on the price asked. 210 Park Avenue, East, 1 story 8 room, cottage with all modern improvements, on lot 34} x 105 and also 2 story 8 room house on lane, all in good condition. and rents for 344. Tiis is fiyst-class property in a choice locality ; it pays good returns now and is bound to enhance greatly in value. It must be sold, so now is yourchance. ‘Terms if wanted. $4500 1 Two-story house, 8 rooms in good condition Wheaton St. on terms. $300.00 cash and 25.00 per month, $3500 On 38th, St., between Harden and Bulioch Sts. one 2 story 7 room dwelling on 50 ft lot, also | lot-50 x 100 ft, on Harden St in the very heart of Browusville; this isa tine investinent oppoi- LOCALS Mrs. &. J. Bruce, who has been spending a while in the city, left for her home, ‘Tuskegee Institute. Alabann, Tuesday. Mrs. L. Hi. Griffin of 635 ‘Walker street, returned to the city last sunday after a stay of about two months m Los Angeles, Cal. While in Los Angeles, Mrs. Griflin was entertained by Mrs. Willian Brown, formerly of this city. and also by Mrs. J.B. Lor- ing, Vrs. Childress and Rey and | Mrs. J.D, Jordan. Mrs. Griflin also had the pleasure of attending many of the women’s clubs of Los Anzeles. Mir Edward Rarkin, one cf the salesmen for Gentral Park, left Wedaesdsy night for Norman Park, Ga., to attend a district con- ference of Ure A. M. E. church. Mr Rank will place before the conference the proposition which the A.M. E. church, of Georgia, is offering at Central Park. On last Sunday morning the in- fant son of Mr. and Mrs. Trodty W. Riley was christened at the First Congregational church. Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Ferreebee were sponsors. . Mrs. Merrick R. Miller,who has been in Newport, R. 1, forseveral months, returned to the city last week. Mrs. Mamie Grant, 601 Oak street, who has been il} for the past two weeks, is much improved. - Mrs. Julia Johnson of Provi- dence, R. I., formerly of this city, is visiting relatives here. Miss Edith Scott of Jackson- ville, Fla., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Annie Carter, Gwinnet! street, west. The many friends of Mrs. Sarar 1. Washingten, Messrs. R. T. anc J. W. Washington will regret tc learn of the misfortune that ha: befallen Mr. Alfred I. Washing: ton, husband of the former and father of the latter, who recentl3 lost his mind. Mr. Washingtor was for 18 years in the employ of adler’s, and was deacon of the Second Baptist church. He has been taken to a sanitarium in Milledgeville, where it is hoped -he will recover. _ Mr. John F. Moore of Charles ton, >. C., who has been in the city for a few days, returned home Wednesday. *Mr. Alexander George of At- lanta, Ga., is visiting friends in the city. Mr. Perry R. Wright was out of the city Tuesday on business. Mrs. Josephine Collins and Miss Ida Mitchell of Charlotte, N. C., ure in the city visiting relatives. Mrs. Bessie Murray of 622 Bol- ton street, west, was very pain- fully, also internally, injured by a trolly car on Saturday evening. dhe is under the attention of Dr. Tyson. ~ Mrs Phoebe Richardson is: still yery ill at the home‘of her niece, Mrs. Morgan, 629 Park avenue lane west. Dr. J. Haven Bomar of Spart- anburg, S.C., is among the visi- tors in the city. Mrs. F. F. Jones, 506 Henry ‘street, cast, accompanied by her daugter, Mrs. Samuel Dent o! -Brunswick,whom she was visiting returned to the city Thursday afternoon. An investigating agency in New York City, desires the services of tactful Colored men and women in each community. Write in plain enyelope stating age and qualifications. Where employed now or in the past. lf we are favorably impressed with your letter we will| commu- nicate with you. If not it will be destroyed. Investigating Department, 158 Lawrence Street, Room 7, Brooklyn, N. Y. Easy Street. “Pa, where is Casy street?” “It Jeads off Hard Work avenue, my son.”—Loston Trauscript. _ tunity for the quick buyer. All for 30200 One 6 room cettage on lot 57 x 110 on Hill Street, second door from Bull Street; immediately in front of Ardsley park; this property must be soldsat once and has been reduced to $1500 A big snap to the wise; you are next, act now. : 605 Oak street, 2 story dwelling 8 rooms “and bath, first- class condition all conveniences. Lot 30x90 ft. $500 cash, balance on terms . $3500 2 choice lots on 36th street between Burroughs and Flor- ence streets, $900 each. . At Thunderbolt, 5 room cottage and small store on large corner fot and convenient to College, on easy terms, 1700.00 1128 East Gwinnett Street, 2 story 5 room house with nice lot, all in good condition, 1225.00 1225 Waldburg st East, 1 story 5 room cottage on Lot 50x90 ft. a very desirable home in a good neighborhood, $1240.00 Abbeville, Ga., 2 acres in colored section of town, suit- able for dividing into lots and will sho-v a big profit only, 225.00 Eastman, Ga., 15 xcre farm, 11 acres inicultivation, with Card of Thanks The undersigned wish to extend their heartfelt thanks to the many friends for the expression of sym- pathy at the death of uber be- loved one Mrs. Charlotte Dixon, also for their kindness during her illness. . Respectfully,3. Miss Diana Fabian, W. S. Roundlield and daughter. AMUSEMENT COLUMN. CominugRvents in the Social World NOTICE—Articlés in this column one cent per word. April 7th, Moaday. Crescent A. and s. Gat Harris street Hall. Tickets 35 and 50.cents. a . April 7th, Monday. Picnic at Lin- coln Park by the Printers of The Sa- vannah Tribune. Tickets 15 cents, afternoon for children, 10 -cents. Mareh 28th, Friday. Musicale at Beach Institute by, the choir of First Congregational Church. Tickets 25 cents, ‘A Grand Easter Festival will begived at Harris street Hall for the benefit of St. Benedicts church Tuesday evening, April ist, 1913, tickets 25 cents. April 4th, Friday. 22nd, Anniversa- ry Banquet of Olympia Lodge K. of F. at Harris Street Hall. Tickets, double 75 cents. March 3ist, Monday: Dance by the Georgia Union Tie Aid and Social Club at Mechanic Hall Tickets 95 cents. March 3its, Monday Beginning of a Five NightFeteby the Young Adel- phia Aid and Social Club. Tickets first night 15 cents, after 10 cents. March 31st. Monday Picnic at Lin- coln Park by Royal Co., ©. K. of P, Tickets 15 cents. April 14th, Monday. Annual Ball of Ladies’ Union Cirle Aid at Duffy street Hall. Tickets 15 and 25 cents. April lth, Friday. Savannah Home Association at Masonic Temple. An evening of capital entertainment is absolutely assured. Admission 25 ceats. THE. BEST PLAGE ~ i in. Savannah a FOR MENS GOOD SHOES rice : $3.50up BAL Levy, “Bro. Go. * April 28th, Monday. Installation by the Ladies’ Venus Auxiliary at St. Mary's Hall. Tickets 25 cents. April 9th, Monday. Spring, Dance by Foraker Lodge No. 6663 G.U. O- of ‘OG F.at Harris street Hall. Tickets 25 ‘and 40 cents. . April sth, Tuesday Spring Dance by the Colored Chauffeurs Association uf Georgia at Masonic Temple. Tickets 25 and 40 cents. April l4th, Monday, Beginning of a Fiye Night Fair by Savannah Division, U. B ot A. at U. B. of A. Hall. Tickets 110 cents. April 16th Monday, April Fool En-. tertainment by White Rose Tent No 171 J. R. Giddings and_Jollifee Union ‘at Harris street Hall. Tickets 25 cents, Cua. x-, s« ss 5. ’ Savannah ~ | Home Association Masonic ' “ Temple —_ Friday | APRIL tith ae % PATE’S DRUG STORE qi Gero. Patr, Proprietor R ‘ PATE SAYS 2 x It is time to clean up the bed. Don’t put it off. The Bugs will sure getthe jump on jou, . i Peterman’s Roach Powders And y Peterman’s Liquid 15 & 25 Cents —IS.WHAT YOU WANT— X X Pate‘s Drug Store R ‘ Phones 4716 and 4711 HALL and WEST BROAD STS b 4 . 20%~ Phone or Call At Our Store i THE NYAL STORE ~* rss RRR SIORURISS house, } mile from the city. A great bargain foraquick - sale, 599 W Fair St, Atlanta, Ga., one 4 room cottage on lot ‘40x90 ft. in front of Atlanta Baptist College, choica loca- _ tion , 2200.00 &Miles from Atlanta, 81 Acre farm in DeKalb County, 58 acres in cultivation, with farm house, balance with heavy growth of hard wood. Onterms, Price $75.00 per acre. 306 East 41st St., 1 story 5 raom house on lot 66x90 ft. within one blook of Estil Ave. 2200.00- 1 Choice lot 30x110 Granger Tract within one block of of new tourist hotel, only, ‘ 1100.00 Our customers will notice that we have sold several properties formerly. If you see anything that suits you better call on us at once. . ee Phone 4096., G. H. BOWEN, Real.Estate Dealer ‘ as 605 Wes tBroad E. Rankin, ° . ~ 7 S. T. Jordan, Salesmen. t Wm. J. Jackson - Local Happenings Boiled Down for Hasty Readers 'Work will begin in a few day in rebuilding the terminals of the Merchants and Miners Transportation Company. The mayor wants the trees on Drayton street cut down.' Chairman Daffin of the Park and Tree Commission says no. The trees will remain. Fleming D. Tinsley senior member of the firm of Tinsley and Hull, was indicted last Saturday for alleged larceny after trust. The amount involved is $22,000. Percy H. All, cashier of Tinsley and Hull, was indicted on Tuesday charged with taking $29,155.02 from the firm. Forty-five near beer men were arrested on Tuesday for failing to pay their license. All gave bond. Mr. Joseph Graham, an employee of Smith and Kelly, while working in the British steamship Cacique, was injured fatally by he falling of a number of sacks of copper ore. He died on the way to the hospital. Mr. Mack Lawrence was injured about the body at the same time. Oatland island containing 4,000 acres was bought for $30,000 during the week. It will be used for raising truck and cattle and dairng. The island is not far from Thunderbolt. A large creamery and dairy will be established at Burroughs, not far from the city. Property has already been secured by New York parties and in a few weeks work will begin on the buildings. Plans are being arranged to put the policemen and firemen under civil service beginning the first of the year. Last Sunday was nearly an ideal Easter day. Mrs. Maggie Walker of Effingham County was adjudged not guilty of pilfering mail from a rural box in that county. She was given a hearing here on Monday before the Commissioner. The shoe store of A. Perlman, Jefferson and Congress Lane, was damaged by fire on Monday night. Mr. Horace Jenkins was severely burned on both legs while working on a pile of lumber, on Monday. The city officials are preparing to purchase a garbage destructor. It may be located near the Waterworks. The destructor will furnish sufficient heat to run the engine and the clinkers will be used for hardening the streets. Mr. James Williams, a fisherman, was killed by lightning and Mr. Henry White was stunned while fishing near Fort Jackson last Tuesday. The annual field day sports of the Negro school children of the city will be held at the baseball park on Friday May 2nd. All the public and private schools of the city will take part. The Knights of Pythias will celebrate the Pythian Period on tomorrow afternoon at St. Philip's church, Charles and West Broad streets. A meeting of representatives of a large number of the benevolent social and fraternal organizations, also the churches, will meet Monday night at the Savannah Home Association's rooms, Taylor street between Montgomery and West Broad streets, to discuss the advisability of discontinuing boat excursions on account of the exhorbitant price charged for boat hire. The Georgia Club of Howard University To the Editor of The Savannah Tribune, Sir: Please grant me space in your columns to herald far and wide to the people of Georgia, a movement agitated by her representatives at Howard University. On Friday afternoon, March, 14th, the students from the state of Georgia met and organized the Georgia Club, with a membership of about fifty students. The object of this club is to promote state pride, to elevate the standard of scholarship, to encourage sociability among her students and to form an alliance at the university in order to look out for the welfare of Georgia representatives. The officers elected were as follows: John H Wilson, president; Miss Katie Dickison, vice president; J. Gordan Dingle, secretary, Christopher C. Wimbish, assistant secretary; Albert S. LaFayette, treasurer; Webster B. Williams, chaplain; John McIntosh, Jr., journalist. Faithfully yours John McIntosh. The Color Of The Races. From Harper's Weekly. Bergfeld, the German investigator, holds the view that the pigmentation of the race is due to feeding. He point out in the animal world color is often deter- mined by food, and he contends that by chemical process the same results are shown in the different human races. According to this theory, the original man was black, since his chief diet must have been vegetarian. Fruit and vegetables contain manganates that ally themselves with iron, constituting a "dark brown combination. Berfeld states that Negroes who add meat and milk to their vegetable fare are never as dark as those Negroes who eat only vegetables. Indians are red, it appears, because they have absorbed for generations haemoglobin, the red substance in the blood of animals killed for food. Mongols are yellow by reason of the fact that they descended from dark fruit-eating races who penetrated into the plains of Asia, became shepherds, and lived to a great extent on milk, which contains chlorine, and has a bleaching effect. The Caucasians were another branch who became still whiter by adding salt to their dietary. Common salt is a strong clrodire, and a powerful agent in bleaching the skin. The effect can be seen, it is declared, in the case of Negro children who have been reared on a "white" dietary. They are never so black as their kindred who have not abandoned vegetarianism. A Remarkable Collection. An equal number of more interesting and instructive articles were never compiled than will crowd the 21 pages of the Magazine of next Sunday's New York World. Briefly, some of them are: "The Costliest Stamps in the World." "Dangers of the Fly." "New York's Real First-Nighters." "Marvels in the Realms of Science." "New Science of Lip-Reading," "The U. S. Actor" by William Collier, "A Romance of the Jungle," articles about beauty, health and fashions, etc. etc. And don't forget the 16-page Joke Book, and there'll be words and music of a great song march by Sousa. Order the Sunday World in advance. Among the Masons If operative Masons were as careless as to the character of their work as some speculative Masons are the Building Department would get after them.—Standard. WORKERS ARE VALUABLE A Masonic lodge, says the Palestine Bulletin, is supported by those who are assiduous in attendance, who do her work, visit her sick, bury her dead, spend hours perfecting themselves in her rituals, initiate her candidates, scheme for her interest, plan her entertainments and carry them out. The lodge is under no obligations to any member who does nothing but pays dues. More valuable is the man who is always on hand even if he does no work himself, but only by his presence and evident interest encourages those that do the work. FORWARD AND BACKWARD One time a young man was taking his Masonic degree. In the ceremonies he attempted to turn around and retrace his steps. The Senior Deacon gave his arm a jerk and whispered, "In Masonry we always go forward, never backward." This is a very important lesson which it would be well for all Masons to learn. Many Masons seem to think that the attainment of the Master Mason's degree is the summit of Masonic progression. It is, however, but the beginning. To advance in Masonry one must be a student of the institution and strive to learn something of the fraternity and what it stands for. The brother who is making progress in Masonry is attending the the meetings of his lodge, study the ritual, and trying to be of service to his fellowmen. There is no half-way point—we either advance in Masonry or retrograde. The hook worm disease is another terrible death dealing agent that is found to be present in two-thirds of the counties in Georgia and throughout the South; but it is largely found among the whites and especially the poorer classes of that race. But some of our people have it and more will have it if you do not take precautions now. The disease enters the body largely through infected soil and presents symptoms known as ground itch. Then these worms find their way into the itestinal tract and there sap the life out of the patient. My advice is to let our children wear some kind of shoes all the year; build your closets and be sure to disinfect them at proper intervals with creoline solution or carbolic acid solution. Best to ask your family doctor to get you a good disinfectant to be used in the closets and about the house. Put screens in, your windows and doors and keep the flies out of the house; in this way you will greatly protect the health of your family. Brethren, I have brought these subjects to you because through you I will be able to touch over fifty thousand of our people in the state and through that fifty thousand Colored people I will be able to touch at least ten thousand white people for fully that many of our people in some way touch that many white people; hence in that way we desire to spread the laws of how to keep out disease. Will you help? or will you go on in the same old way and die out before your time and your family soon follow? do not believe you will. Brethren, to some, this may not sound like Masonry, but to me it is the highest type of Masonry—save a life and you make a family out of which may come many good and great Master Masons; lose a life and a family is lost. Brethren, however little we may think of it, we are our brother's keeper, and our brother is our keeper. For my part I am glad God has sent me to you with this annual message, in the end you shall see the good when I am numbered among the departed. All I ask is that you do your full duty to your families, your home, your church, whatever that domination may be, and last but not least to your lodge and your brethren—Grand Master Butler. Evangelical Ministers' Union The Evangelical Ministers' met with Rev. W. V. Daughtry presiding. Devotional service was conducted by Rev. R. H. Singleton. A hymn was then sung. Havin addressed the throne of grace, the Psalm on Easter was read. The program committee made their report. April 1, "the Resurrected body of Christ," by Rev. R. H. Singleton, April 8th, Sermonic report; April 15th, "Attitude of Church to popular Amusement," by Rev. J. S. Jenkins; April 22nd, Sermonic report; April 29th, "The Twentieth Century Ministers" by Rev. B. S. Hannah. Sermonic report was given by Rev. R. H. Singleton and Rev. M. H. Rutherford delivered the sermon. The union learned with regret of the Illness of Rev. B. J. Ross of 520 West Waldburg street. The union endorsed the "cleaner Savannah movement" of the Huntingdon club of the city. Come out next Tuesday, business of importance will come up. Visitors always welcome. St. Philip Monumental Church. Easter was celebrated at the Old "Mother" church throughout the day. At 4:30 o'clock the early sunrise services were held. Rev. L. A. Townsley, the pastor, preached an interesting sermon touching the Resurrection. At 9:30 a. m., the children of the Sunday school, with hearts aglow met, and discussed the lesson. At 11 o'clock a. m., the children of the juvenile and gem departments rendered an excellent literary program. Rev. Townsley acted as master of ceremonies. At 6 o'clock p. m., the members of the Allen Christian Endeavor League met and discussed the topic. The discussion was brief but excellent. At 8 o'clock p. m., the intermediate and senior departments of the Sunday school rendered an enjoyable program. Mr. W. O. P. Sherman as master of ceremonies, after being introduced by the pastor, conducted the exercises in a very commendable manner. The Easter egg hunt by the Sunday school Monday night was a rare treat. Class meeting Tuesday night was well attended. The funeral of Sister Ida Lomax took place Monday afternoon from the church Rev. Townsley officiated. Services to-morrow: Prayer meeting 5:30 a. m.; Sunday school 9:30 a. m.; preaching at 11 and 8 p. m., and A. C. E. League 6 p. m. The Treacherous Lioness. "Lionesses are far more dangerous than lions," said an animal trainer. "Their tempers are more uncertain. They are more treacherous. They are more wily. If a lion is in a bad humor he shows it. He growls and snarls and lashes his sides. You know what is in the wind and prepare accordingly. But a lioness in a bad humor is as affectionate as a girl. She brushes, purring, against your leg, and she minds you with the joyous alacrity of a good fox terrier. Then, as soon as your back is turned, whiz—a yellow streak shoots through the air, and you are on your back, and she is at your throat. With all the cat tribe it is the same." WISDOM IN DRESS. Buy the Most Expensive Tailored Suit Your Purse Will Afford. It is almost impossible to economize on a tailor made suit, as it must be fireproachably cut, however simple and unadorned, and good tailors are usually expensive. A respectable wardrobe should contain two tailor made suits. This is best accomplished by the purchasing of a tailor made every spring and fall. In this way the suit I of the previous year, with slight renovation, is available for hack wear. The frock illustrated is of the dressy tailored type in corn colored faille silk. The drapery is disposed in a particularly graceful fashion, while rows of buttons outline the panel which divides the skirt at one side. The yoke, vest and undersleeves afe of cream colored embroidery. PAPER BAGS. Every Housekeeper> Will Find Many Uses For Them. There are very few housekeepers who do not find uses for the ordinary paper bags that are continually accumulating. A most excellent way to keep these bags so that they will always be not only easy of access, but also in good condition, and in assorted sizes is to have a pine board three inches wide by one inch thick neatly planed. Screw two brass rings in the top by which the board may be hung to the wall or pantry door and drive three nails with the heads filed on the board. The bags will slip on and off the nails easily. Another good idea is to reserve a small drawer in the kitchen or pantry for them. Before being placed in the drawer they should be carefully smoothed and folded. An enamel cloth bag tacked upon the pantry door is also a convenient receptacle for these bags. An ingenious housewife has fashioned a bag convenient for holding paper bags and also for odds and ends of string. The bag is made by cutting two pieces of linen or duck of the length required. One piece is four inches narrower than the other. The narrower strip is stitched across its width to the wider strip to form three pockets. The two strips are placed flatly together and stitched and bound all around with braid. The middle pocket is made wide enough to hold large and small paper bags. The end pockets are intended for strings. Robespierre Bouquets. Robespierre bouquets are one charming phase of the dainty nosegays worn on the lapel of a street coat, pinned to the neckpiece or stuck at one corner of the big square muff. They consist of four small roses in "old tones," a spray or two of tiny white blossoms on moss colored stems and a single green thistle. The white blooms and the thistle must be purchased of an artificial flower dealer, but the roses may be home made. Take a half finger's length of inch wide panne velvet in pale pink, double it, shirr the two edges tightly, produce calyx with a few threads of yellow floss, and that makes one rose. A deep purple rose should be centered with bright green floss, a brown taupe rose with emerald and a Parma violet rose with orange. When all these velvet exotics have been clustered with the thistle and the fine white flowers their common stem should be wound with tin foll, as that makes the illusion the more complete. Helps For Shiny Garments. The back of a skirt has an unhappy fashion of getting shiny. Remedy this by rubbing over it on the right side ammonia and water in equal parts and then ironing on the wrong side while it is damp. The ammonia takes away the "shine," and the ironing smooths out the skirt until it is dry or it will crease again. When a shiny garment is beyond the help of ammonia, the pile being worn off, lay it flat on the table and rub it gently with fine sandpaper to roughen up the material again A SIMPLE TESTING METHOD. The cheapest as well as one of the best methods of testing seed corn is by the rag doll method. This plan requires a strip of cotton flannel cloth anywhere from twenty to forty inches long and eight or ten inches wide. Lengthwise of the smooth side in the center of the strip should be drawn a line with a soft pencil. At intervals of three inches and at right angles to this should be drawn cross lines. Beginning at one end (a space of about seven inches should be left at this end) the spaces should be numbered back and forth from left to right. After being marked and numbered the cloth should be moistened, which will serve the better to keep the kernels of corn in place. Take the ears of corn to be tested and give each a number, beginning with "1," by fastening a small strawboard label to the butt of each ear by means of an eightpenny nail shoved full length into the pith. Then take six kernels, three from each opposite side so that the tip, middle and butt of the ear will be represented. Kernels from ear No. 1 should be put in space No. 1 and so on. When the kernels are all in place the strip of cloth bearing the kernels to be tested should be rolled up carefully and rather firmly so as to hold the kernels in place. When the roll is finished it should be tied at the end and middle with a piece of binding twine. Germination will be hastened if the "rag doll" is soaked in a dish of warm water for a period of from eighteen to twenty-four hours. It should then be put in a pan or box of sufficient depth and covered with swindst or mellow earth and put in a warm place and at same time kept moist. At the end of five days the test should be ready to read. It should be unrolled carefully so that the kernels will stay in place. The kernels in each space should be examined, and their condition, whether dead, strong or weak, should be marked on the tag fastened to the ear having the corresponding number. These ears may be classified according to the reading as one goes along or after the ears are read, as one desires. Any boy or girl can conduct this test once they understand the principle of it. The advantages of this method over the testing box method are ease of handling and inexpensiveness. For these reasons there is no excuse for any farmer guessing as to the condition of his seed corn. FARM COMFORTS. The writer visited a modern yet not expensive farm home the other day and could but notice that it was fitted up with every convenience of the town home, barring the single exception of electric lights. There were hot and cold hard and soft water on tap on two floors, a fully equipped toilet and in the cellar a furnace heating plant. The cellar was cemented throughout, thus reducing dust and dampness to a minimum. The feature to which the men in this home called especial attention was the bathtub that they said they were in the habit of making frequent use of during the hot, dusty weather of the spring and early summer, when the tilling of the fields was in progress. Farm work is hard enough at best, but it is immensely simplified, from the housewife's standpoint especially, in a home with such modern conveniences. Life on many a farm ought to be transformed by the providing of these conveniences. The old ratty, ill litred, store heated dwelling should be torn down and a modern house built in its stead. We are a long time dead, and it is a pretty good thing to have some of these comforts as we go along when we have the capacity to enjoy them. WHAT THEY ATE. In the feeding test which is being made in connection with the national egg laying contest at Mountain Grove, Mo., some interesting things are being noted. It has been found that since these tests started ten hens that have had twenty-eight kinds of feed before them have eaten just the same amounts of wheat and corn and about three times as much of these two feeds as of any other one kind of feed. Rolled oats, millet and sunflower seeds come next in order in the amounts consumed. Of the ready ground feeds very small quantities were eaten, which would seem to indicate that the hen knows why the good Lord gave her a gizzard. About equal quantities of water and buttermilk were consumed. In connection with this feeding test it is also noted that the hens that selected the above ration on their own hook produced the most eggs. INDIAN RUNNER DUCKS. The active range habit of the Indian Runner duck is nicely shown in the observation of a reader of these notes of a flock of these birds one day last summer. A passing wagon had splitted a streak of oats for a half mile or more in either direction from their headquarters, and during the day our friend and his neighbors saw this flock of Indian Runners along the road in both directions from their home picking up the grains that lay in the road. They kept at it all day and when it grew dark came filing home. It is this activity of this breed of ducks, coupled with their hardiness and remarkable egg laying capacity, that makes them so highly prized. Two other points in their favor are that they are immune from roup and other kindred complaints and are not bothered by lice or mites. J. C. Piigg Get the habit of saving a part of your Earnings each week. $1.00 Starts an Account THE WAGE EARNERS' LOAN AND INVESTMENT COMPANY. 468 WESTBROAD ST. Savannah, Ga. GAREY'S Variety Bakery Goods delivered promptly to any part of the city. 506 West Broad St, Near Gaston. 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Agents Wanted WRITE The Shaving Powder Co. SAVANNAH, GA. For First Class GROCERIES and CONFECTIONERY Call On M. G. GRAHAM 628 York St. West, Courteous Attention to All F. B. B. Church Dots On Sunday morning long before 4 o'clock, the hour named for beginning the "Resurrection Services," the church was crowded. Rev. Wright read for the lesson I Cor. 15:1-27. The text was from Matt. 28:7. The subject "He is risen as he said," was most beautifully and ably illustrated. It was quite evident that the services were enjoyed and appreciated by all. At 11 o'clock an excellent sermon on baptism was preached by Rev. Charles Wright. The baptism services were very impressive and witnessed by a large crowd. There was a large crowd at the communion and their expressions of joy were many. At night, the Sunday school held the usual Easter exercises. The crowd was so large that many were turned away by cause there was not even standing room. The lesson, Matt. 28, was read by Rev. Wright. The musical numbers, recitations and dialogues were creditably rendered by the children and reflected much credit on those by whom they were trained. St. Benedict's Church Gaston and East Broad Streets First Sunday after Easter. Low masses at 7 and 8 a.m. High mass and sermon as 10:30 a.m. The gospel of the day, "Jesus appears to the Disciple in the Upper Room at Jerusalem" John XX. Sunday School at 8 p.m.; rosary, sermon and benediction at 8 p.m. Holy baptism will be administered during the evening service. Easter was celebrated with great solemnity in our church. Large congregations attended all the services. The music was excellent; the choir was at its best; the famous mass of of H Gans and several beautiful Easter hymns were rendered with perfection. The church was tastefully decorated with palms, lilies and cut flowers. The members of the C. M. A. went to holy communion in a body; their many appearance and earnest piety deeply impressed the congregation. On Monday afternoon the children of St. Benedict's school had an enjoyable Easter party in the school hall; it was given under the patronage of the children of Mary. Next Tuesday, April 1st, a grand Easter Festival will be given for the benefit of the church at the Harris St. hall. Mungin's orchestra will furnish the music, and there will be choice refreshments for sale. On next Sunday the April number of St. Benedict's Messenger will be out. Get a copy, it contains interesting reading matter. Chapel of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Harden and 36th Streets. Next Sunday, there will be an evening service at the chapel. Father Dahlent will preach an interesting sermon on the seven sacraments. After the sermon the Sacrament of Baptism will be solemnly administered. Mr. Eugene Green will make the profession of Faith before baptism. On Easter Sunday the little chapel looked very pretty, Five children made their first Holy Communion, which was a very impressive ceremony in the Catholic church. On Tuesday evening the children of St. Mary's school had their Easter exercises. An elaborate and interesting program was well remanded by the children of the various grades. From the little tots in the kindergarten to the larger girls, all acquitted themselves splendidly of their different parts. The teachers deserve our kindest congratulations. The stage was nicely decorated and a large crowd filled the hall. After the exercises the younger people enjoyed a few hours of innocent amusement. Our school reopened after Easter with a good attendance. Pilgrim Congregational Church Augusta Road near 3 mile Post. The Easter exercises at Pilgrim church, took place Sunday evening at 8 o'clock. The cross and edifice were decorated with white roses and green vines. The program, entitled "The Easter Victory," was well rendered. Special mention is made of the recitations by Mrs. Annie Green, Miss Amelia Bacon, Earnest Johnson, Mical Fabian, Birdie Davis and Lucretia Rivers. The duett by Mrs. Mary M. Thomas and Mrs. Bessie Thomas was the most beautiful ever sung in our church for years. On Monday afternoon the annual Easter egg hunt took place. Miss Amelia Bacon assisted by Mrs. Annie Green prepared refreshments for the little folks. The following services tomorrow: Sunday school at 11 a.m., preaching at 12 o'clock. Vesper service at 6:30. FARM ORCHARD AND GARDEN BY F.E.TRIGG REGISTER, ROCKFORD, IA. CORRESPONDENCE SOLICITED [This matter must not be reprinted with out special permission.] It may be just as well for us to reconcile ourselves to lemonade with one peeling next Fourth of July and on circus days. The hyacinths, narcissuses and tulips will make the better growth and produce the larger blossoms if they are not exposed to direct sunshine. Domestic animals enjoy a clean, dry place in which to sleep in just the same way that human beings do, and they should by all means have this accommodation. American agriculture will be on a good deal better footing than it is today when more farmers make a definite plan of increasing to a maximum rather than reducing to a minimum the output of homemade fertilizers. It's worse than useless to talk conservation of soil fertility to any landlord or tenant who is a party to a one year renting plan. They usually work on the plan of skimming each other, and eventually this means that both of them skin the land. The row of sweet peas may be put in just as soon as the frost is out of the ground, being planted in a trench about six inches deep and about an inch apart in the row. The germination process will be hastened if the seed is soaked overnight in tepid water The Belgian farmer grows chicory salad, pays freight on it across the ocean and sells it in this country at 9 cents a pound after paying a 25 per cent valorem duty. In view of this showing it would seem as if there ought to be good money for the American gardener in growing the same vegetable. The benefits of the agricultural course in the writer's home town school are being multiplied greatly by the plan of giving the boys in grades below the high school a couple of lessons a week in corn grading and corn testing. As there are many tuition pupils from the nearby country districts, the plan has a definite and practical bearing. Both town and country boys are interested in the new work and take it up eagerly. It has always seemed to the writer a mighty poor adaptation of means to ends, this having a big strawstack or two encumbering the plow land at some distance from the feed lots and yet not enough straw flooring the barnyard to prevent it from becoming a very wallow with the spring rains. This is not only mighty poor management, but it makes it fearfully nasty for both man and beast when there is really no need for it. The farmer the writer read of the other day who received a check for $08.80 for two weeks' cream from twenty-six cows has some exacting work in the care of these dairy cows, but he has the farming proposition down as nearly right as it is possible to get it. He is not only getting a big revenue that comes in in regular installments during the year, but he is following a type of agriculture that reduces the pull on the energies of the soil to a minimum. When a small gasoline engine can be bought for from $10 to $60 there is no reason under the sun why in the home of a prosperous farmer there should not be one at hand to do the churning, run the washing machine, the sewing machine, the cream separator and to do any other similar work that can be done by gasoline power. Woman's work on the farm is hard enough, so that a considerate husband will do everything that he can along the line suggested to lighten it. The United States secured title to at least 25,000,000 acres of very valuable timberland when the Philippine Islands were deeded to the government by Spain. Hundreds of varieties of trees grow on the islands, and of these several are among the most valuable woods known. Experts sent out by our federal department of agriculture report the Philippine forest lands as four times as valuable, acre for acre, as any timber that is now growing or has grown in any other United States territory. A farmer-friend, with whom the writer was talking the other day, last year worked a quarter section farm after several years spent in trying to work a half section farm. It was his unqualified opinion that he enjoyed life more last year than he has for years, and from the money side of it he was just about as well off. A whole lot of farmers would do well to cut down the amount of land they are working as this man has done. It would be better, for the land and the folks who work it. The Maryland experiment station has found that painting greenhouse hot water pipes with concentrated lime-sulphur solution and allowing some of the solution to evaporate from open vessels keeps greenhouse roses free from mildew. When a horse begins to run at the nose there is ground for suspicion that his trouble may be glaucers. Distemper is accompanied by a similar symptom; but, in any case, it is a good idea to have a competent veterinarian examine the ailing animal. While that good woman's intentions were doubtless good who went off to a cooking school to learn how to cook fancy dishes, she seems to have overshot the mark. Her husband put up with it for awhile, cooking grub for the kids in the same old skillet, but finally he got tired and sued for a divorce. The owner of a dairy herd may consider that losing his temper and pounding the cows is a pastime he may indulge in, but it is well also for him to remember that this is usually to him pretty costly sport, for there is sure to be a reduction in milk flow as a result of such outbursts of temper on his part. The practice of plumping dressed fowls for market consists of dipping the bird after it is dressed in hot water and keeping it there for a few seconds, then plunging it into very cold water. The first dip softens and swells the fat cells just beneath the skin, while the cold water dip hardens it in place. A Minneapolis man faces a $5,000 fine and a penitentiary sentence for having sent or having tried to send booze to a customer in a disguised form by parcel post. One can send a great variety of things by this new post system, but not intoxicating liquors, poisons, explosives and some other articles and products. One Ohio farmer has solved the bull problem in an effective manner by putting him to work in the tread power which operates the milking machine for his large dairy herd. It looks very much as if he had sort of put one over on the bull. Incidentally this arrangement furnishes the gentleman with needed exercise and makes him a good deal more decent sort of chap to have around. The Japanese popcorni is so diminutive as to hardly make it profitable for market culture, and yet it makes a quality of popped corn that is remarkably tender and toothsome. The cars are slender, but little larger than one's little finger, and the kernels are correspondingly small. The variety has a prodigious suckering tendency and requires a good deal of thinning to get best results. Barring certain poorer classes in the larger cities of the country who probably do not know from one month's end to another what it is to have a square meal. Americans eat too much. Besides three square meals a day, there is a good deal of piecing before and after. In many of the larger city churches it has got to the pass that the only way they can get folks out to an evening service is with a promise of something to fill their stomachs. Even though one may not be in shape to build a hotbed, early radishes and lettuce may be had by scattering some of the seed at once in a protected corner in mellow soil where it will catch a good deal of sunshine. Both these plants are tough, and freezing does not harm them seriously. The lettuce will be best if the little plants are replanted in a bed about eight inches apart each way. This method will give the cabbage-like heads that are so desirable. In connection with a number of farmers who are members of the Oregon agricultural experiment league the extension department of the Oregon Agricultural college will conduct a series of experiments with a view to determining the relative merits of hens and incubators as methods of hatching eggs. A record will be kept of the percentage of eggs hatched by both methods as well as of the percentage of strong chicks in each case. There is need of such data, and the results will be awaited with interest. The hired hand who applied to a farmer the other day for a job specified that he wanted $40 a month, a horse and buggy to use when he wanted it and, further, that he wouldn't milk cows. One of the chief sources of revenue on this particular farm was a herd of dairy cows. The upshot of the business was that the would be hired man looked elsewhere for a job. Had the farmer hired him on the terms outlined he would likely have been under the necessity before long of asking his hired man for permission to stay overnight. Some of the finest stalks of pleplant the writer ever saw were shown us the other day-March 15-by a lady reader of these notes. The bed in which the pleplant roots were set was intended for a mushroom bed, but the temperature of the cellar was too cold for this purpose. The pleplant roots were taken up after they had frozen solid and put in the bed mentioned just above a layer of partly heated horse manure and covered with earth. The roots were watered once a week thereafter with warm soapsuds, and this was all the care they had. The stalks were an inch and a half thick when cut, pink and plump, and it made a fellow's mouth water to think of the pie they would make. Beds Should Be Taken Down and Thoroughly Washed and Aired. Be Careful Not to Wring Them Tight and Rinse Free From Soap—When Dry Do Not Hang Blankets Too Near the Fire, as They Shrink. The beds should be taken to pieces and the frames or woodwork washed and carefully wiped. All the "comfortables" should be hung out of doors to be well aired. To wash the blankets first shake them well and then let them soak in warm water, if new adding ammonia or a handful of borax previously dissolved to draw out the grease. Let them remain about fifteen minutes, then wring out and proceed with the washing. Prepare water with soap jelly—the water must not be too hot, just comfortable for the hand to rest in—and there should be enough melted soap to make a good lather. Put the blankets in, one or two at a time, move them up and down, squeezing and pressing them; then put them in a second tub of the same kind of water to repeat the process. Rinso well till free from soap and then wring. On no account wring tightly, or it will flatten the pile, and if the wringer is used let the rollers be as loose as possible. Shake the blankets well before hanging up to dry and hang them quite straight and singly on the clothes rope in a gentle wind. See that they are fastened securely and well raised above the ground. When dry take them down, stretch them well and hang them near a fire for some time. as it is most important to have them dry. THE LINEN CLOSET. Beautiful Floral Designs, In the New Display of Damask One of the most certain tests of the taste of the mistress of the house—and, let it be whispered, of the purse of the master—is the beauty and quality of the table linen. Linens of medium quality, weight and price, but of the fine designs, will usually be preferred by the woman of average income, and this season affords such variety of charming combinations of style and pattern that the housewife who once begins to buy-will be sorely tempted to, spend all her allowance on linen. Among the simpler styles and grades one can never-go astray in choosing the conventional patterns showing the fleur-de-lis, snowdrops or the plain bar and checks. These have the merit of being wholly unpretentious, but always in excellent taste. For those who buy more elaborate linens there are beautiful patterns of tulips, roses, chrysanthemums and ferns scattered or clustered around the border on a plain background. Still more effective, though requiring a larger surface for its development, is the large, many fingered leaf palm. Perfectly plain satin damask of the finest quality made up into cloths and napkins lends itself well to the display of silver and crystal. Linen with borders in the moire or watered ribbon effect should have monograms in opposite corners of the cloth or else near the center and in the exact corner of the napkins. The Irish and Sotch weavers continue to show the distinctive patterns of their native flowers. The English factories put out some fascinating heraldic designs, while the French cloths are characteristically lighter in weight and less stately in design. The Austrian looms cling to simple but beautiful floral designs. Washing Chamois Gloves The wearing of chamois gloves both summer and winter is a practical fashion' of the times. While these gloves soil easily, they may be easily washed, and because this is so the wise woman always has a double supply, so that while one pair is being washed and dried the other may be in service. Two things should be remembered about the washing. Use only pure white soap and not too hot water. Rub the gloves very gently between the hands. If there are any particularly trying spots rub these with a not too harsh nailbrush. When the gloves are clean rinse them in tepid and soapy water and pat out the moisture. Do not rinse the gloves in clear water. It is the soap in the rinsing water that keeps the gloves from becoming harsh when dried. Before putting the gloves on a towel to dry inflate them well, so that the fingers are of their proper shape. A. Vegetable Party. Invitations for a vegetable party were sent on the backs of old seed packets, and each girl was told to wear something representing a vegetable. The young men later found their partners for supper by guessing the vegetable represented. The house was brilliantly decorated with strings of peppers, onion tops, etc., and it was amusing if not beautiful. The centerpiece was a huge cabbage, hollowed out and filled with a mass of green onions and red geraniums. A wreath of round red radishes twined around this. Little contest books ornamented with painted vegetables having faces were given the guests, and prizes were given for correct answers to the questions within. The answer to each was the name of a vegetable. THE PALM SHAVING PALACE FINEST IN THE CITY. Expert Hair Cutting, Eleetric Massage and Shampooing a Specialty. All Work Done by Experienced Workman. Courteous attention to all. SHINING PARLOR ATTACHED. Polite attention as heretofore. Rates are very reasonable. We carry the largest line of Coffins, Caskets Ladies and Gents burial robes in the city. We also have three handsome funeral cars, White, Gray and Black. SEABOARD C. W. SMALL, D, P. A. TICKET OFFICE 10 BROUGHTON STREET WEST Johnson Undertaking Establishment COMBINED WITH- The Royall Undertaking Company (Incorporated) Funeral Directors and Embalmiers Finest line of Coffins, Caskets and Robes. White, and black Burial cars. Office and warrooms 325-331 Jefferson street. W. R. FIELDS and L. M. 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