Savannah Tribune

The Savannah Tribune. VOLUME XXXII TUSKEGEE ANNUAL CONFERENCE HELD MIGRATION OF NEGROES TO THE NORTH DISCUSSED Urges Farmers Not to Leave the Farms of the Southland Tuskegee, Ala., Jan. 17.—The 26th Annual Tuskegee Negro Conference was held here at Tuskegee Institute, Ala., today. Negro farmers came from every section of the South. The conference was preceded by a parade showing by means of floats the various activities of the Tuskegee Institute. The declarations adopted deal in the main with the subject of migration of Negroes to the North. The declarations adopted by the conference follow: The Twenty-sixth Annual Tuskegee Negro Conference takes this opportunity through these declarations to send a message to the Negro people of the South. To them the conference would say, we are in the midst of serious times. In some sections there is much distress and suffering because of the floods and boll-weevil. On the other hand there is everywhere in the South much unrest because of the opportunities which are being offered our people to go North to work in the many industries where there is now a shortage of labor. The conference would also say: these are transitory times. We recognize and appreciate the opportunities offered in the North to our people and the necessity which is compelling many of them to go there. Right here in the South, however, are great and permanent opportunities for the masses of our people. This section, we feel, is just entering upon its greatest era of development. There are millions of acres of land yet to be cultivated, cities to be built, railroads to be extended, hundreds of mines to be worked. Here your labor in the future is going to be in still greater demand. Of still more importance to us, however, is the fact that in the South we have acquired a footing in the soil. It is here that more than 90 per cent. of all the farms we own are located. It was here in the decade just past that the value of the farm property we own, increased from less than two hundred million dollars to five hundred million dollars. The great bulk of all the property we own is here. Just now the South is the only place where with little capital, land can be bought. Because of this fact and also on account of the progress we have already made in land ownership, this Tuskegee Negro Conference in the midst of present conditions would again say, stay on the soil. In the language of the great founder of this conference, "Let down your buckets where you are." Let them down in the ownership of more land, better farming and better homes. This conference especially urges upon the farmers of the South not to plant too much cotton another year. Do not be carried away by the high price it is bringing. Do not depent entirely upon this staple; diversify your crops. Plant corn, oats, vetret beans, peas, peanuts, raise more poultry, hogs and cattle. On the other hand, we would urge those farmers in the sections where the boll weevil is and will be, to learn how to raise cotton under boll weevil conditions. This conference also begs leave to say to the white people of the South a word on behalf of the Negro. We believe that now and in the near future the South will need her labor as she has never needed it before. The disposition of so many thousands of our people to leave is not because they do love the Southland, but, because they believe that in the North, they will have, not only an opportunity to make more money than they are making here, but also that they will there get better treatment, better protection under the law and better school facilities for their children. In a word, that they will get more of a square deal than they are now getting in the South. This conference finds that one of the oldefauses of unrest among the colored people is the lack of adequate protection under the law. This conference is pleased to note and takes this occasion to express its appreciation for the strong editorials that have appeared in the leading daily newspapers of Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Louisiana, Texas and other sections of the South, concerning the importance of giving better treatmen "I THANK YOU CLUB" HOLDS ELABORATE SITTING More Than A Hundred Members and Guests in Attendance Never before has the sitting of the "I Thank You Club" been more elaborate than the one on last Thursday evening at the Savannah Home Association reading room. It was its new year event and was brim full of pleasure from start to finish. The hundred and more members and guests began arriving at 9:30 o'clock and the vicinity in which the affair was taking place was a scene of much activity. Miss Fannie Campfield, Miss Rebecca A. Burke and Miss Gertrude Clayton did the receiving. The arrangement of the affair was conducted by Mr. Joseph J. Brown, who, with his committee, gave the guests an opportunity of spending an evening of absolute pleasure and enjoyment. The Black and Tan orchestra rendered some os its very latest selections and at no time was there a dull moment. The arrival of the honored guests, Mine, Estelle and Mrs. R. B. Coleman of New York City was eagerly awaited by the other participants and about 10:30 o'clock they arrived upon the scene in Photographer J. W. Johnston's touring car accompanied by Mr. Edward H. Burke. The two other out of town guests of the club were Mrs. Sylvia Jones of Jersey City, N. J., and Mrs. Chas. Stevens of Chicago, Ill. During the course of the evening a flash light was taken by Photographer Johnston and in the centre of the group were the honored guests and on each side were the ladies who did the receiving. The manner in which the rooms of the association were decorated was very unique and together with the gorgeously gowned ladies, the scene was one of beauty. After three hours of dancing, whist playing and other amusements, the banquet table was announced as ready to do its part of the entertaining. It was 12:30 o'clock when the guests required to the banquet room where they were received by Mr. Brown and his committee. The honored guests were escorted to the table by Mr. W. W. Mumphris, president of the Piney Wood Club and Mr. Thos Greene, financial secretary of the Eureka Aid and Athletic Club. Both of the gentlemen were guests of the "I Thank You". Immediately after the seating of the guests, Mr. C. L. Davis, vice chief of the club, called the house to order and the minutes of the last sitting were read by Mr. Raymond A. Hill in the absence of the secretary, Mr. Robert H. Burke. After the usual opening and the general hand shake of a very peculiar nature which is used by the members and which was also given to the guests, a sign of the dry toast was presented and passed around. The illness of Former Chief Ed. R. Collins, who is in New York, was mentioned and a set of resolutions were drafted stating their regrets. The collation was served in courses and in a style that was very commendable to the committee. It was not until the "wee" hours before the merry makers began making their way homeward, carrying with them pleasant recollections of a well spent evening. Mr. Furman Gardner announces the marriage of his daughter, Louse J| to Mr. Andrew D. Monroë, which occurred on January 17th,; Rev. N. H. Whitmire performing the ceremony. CAPT SEABROOKS ADDS AUTO FLORAL WAGON Capt. II. Seabroos, the popular undertaker, has added during the week a beautiful automobile floral wagon to his already excellent equipment. This addition makes three motor driven conveyances owned by Capt. Seabrooks in his business beside numerous horse drawn carriages, hearses and service wagons. to the colored people, affording them better protection under the law and providing better educational facilities. We believe that now is the greatest opportunity that the South has ever had for white and black people in the various communities to get together and have a thorough understanding with reference to their common interest, and also to co-operate for the general welfare of all. We believe that the time has come for the best element of the white people and colored people to unite to protect the interest of both races to the end that more effective work may be done in the upbuilding of a greater South. SAVANNAH, GEORGIA, SATURDAY JANUARY 20TH. 1917 Urban League Will Meet Monday Night REPORTS FOR QUARTER WILL BE MADE BY COMMITTEES All Members Urged to be Present to Hear of Work The quarterly meeting of the local branch of the National Urban League will be held Monday night at the league's headquarters, Gwinnett lane and West Broad streets. It is requested by the officers of the league that all members be present as matters of much importance to the welfare of the organization will be brought up. During the past quarter the league has been very active and the work for the period will be reporter upon by the various committees. The meeting will convene at 8:30 o'clock and will be presided over by the president. All members who cannot be present are requested to send in their dues. THE NEW YEAR BRINGS MEMORIAL FUND GIFTS Tuskegee Inst, Ala., Jan. 15.—With almost pre-arranged exactness, a number of organizations and individuals sent in contributions to the Booker T. Washington Memorial Fund just about the close of the old year, and these letters reached Tuskegee at the beginning of the new year just like messengers of new year greetings. It was one of these significantly fortunate occurrences which seem to give a most encouraging outlook for continued returns during the present year. The Birmingham District Medical, Dental and Pharmaceutical Association sent $25.00 with the following expression accompanying it: "Some time ago our, association's attention was called to the fact that a memorial fund was in process of collection for the purpose of commemorating the life and work of our great friend, brother and co-worker, Dr. Booker T. Washington. We gave due deliberation to this appeal and as a body have raised by contribution from among our members, the sum of $25.00. The amount enclosed by no means represents our full interest and devotion to this noble effort, but does express in part our interest in the success of the campaign." This letter was signed by Dr. B. E. Huckabee, president; Dr. J. C. Johnson, treasurer, and Dr. Fred D. Bradford, secretary. Through the courtesy of Hon. R. B. McCraig, Most Worshipful Grand Master of Masons of North Carolina, a contribution of $100 was received from this important state grand lodge. Mr. McCraig says: "Pursuant to my promise and in response to the general appeal for contributions to the Booker T. Washington Memorial Fund, I have the honor of handing you our check for $100 for this fund. This contribution is a free will offering from various lodges withing the jurisdiction of North Carolina and at the time of sending, the actual amount reported was $94.00, to which I have added the balance to make the even $100. Should any further remittances come from these lodges I shall see that the amount is forwarded to you promptly." Mr. J. A. Blume, manager of the Winston Industrial Insurance Company, Winston-Salem, N. C., is also a member of the Masonic grand lodge of his state, and in a letter announcing the decision of the grand lodge to send the $100 referred to above, he says: "There is no reason why the fraternal organizations of North Carolina should not contribute at least $1,200 to the Memorial fund. We have in this state over 500 Masonic lodges; 500 Odd Fellow Lodges and more than 200 Pythian lodges, and if these would contribute $1.00 each, the amount from that source would be creditable to the state and race." Other fraternal organizations may follow this suggestion and plan. The individual contribution was $100 from Hon. J. C. Napler of Nashville, Tenn. Mr. Napler was a life long of Dr. Washington and was associated with the National Negro Business League from its beginning up to the present time; having been elected president at the last meeting in Kansas City in 1910. Mr. Napier is one of that group of loyal friends to Dr. Washington whom he often referred to as "The Old Guard." It was therefore all the more gratifying that his contributin should be received at this time. Mr. John Gadsden, of Bluffton, S. C., was a visitor to the city this week. The many friends of Mr. Ed. R. Collins will regret to learn of his serious illness in New York. Farmers' Conference Meets Next Month AT GEORGIA STATE COLLEGE FEBRUARY, 21 TO 23 Many Subjects of Vital Importance To Farmers to be Discussed The nineteenth annual session of the Farmers' Conference will convene February 21st at the Ga. State College, Thunderbolt. The conference which will cover a period of three days, will probably attract very wide attention from the farmers of Georgia, Florida and South Carolina as one of the feature subjects on the program for discussion will be the boll weevil. Aside from the discussion of such vital topics as this to the farmers, the large migration of Negroes to the north within the past eight months will consume no small degree of attention by the sessions and this subject will undoubtedly be of much interest to those in attendance. Some of the ablest Negro and white speakers to be obtained for the occasion have been selected to appear on the three day program. There was never a time when the conditions of the Negro farmers called more loudly for consideration than now, and the management of the conference is therefore very desirous of having all persons present at the sessions to advise upon the important subjects which will be discussed. SAVANNAH STUDENT MAFES EXCELLENT MARK Among the Savannah students who are making good at the various out-of-town colleges is Miss Carrie E. Greene, who received a mark of 90 per cent in the first term's examinations at Wilberforce University. Miss Greene, who is matriculated in the commercial department, lives at 1111 Gwinnett street, east, and is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Green. Y. M. C. A. COMING MUSICAL ATTRACTING ATTENTION Without doubt the early presentation of the Invincible Concert Company, under the management of, the Williams Singers, at St. Phillip church Wednesday evening January 31st, promises to attract the entire local colony of music lovers. Tickets for the superb musical attraction are now on sale at the Savannah Pharmacy. Reserved seats 35 cents, general admission 25 cents. The local-management of this coming attraction, Dr. C. F. Bront, chairman, desires the patrons to be in their seats no later than 8:15 p. m., in order that they may enjoy the entire program. At a meeting of the Social Clubs Union held at the Eureka Club on last Thursday night, arrangements were perfected for the celebration of Lincoln's birthday on February 12th. The exercises will be held at night at First Bryan Baptist Church and Prof. R. R. Wright has been selected as the principal speaker. DISTRICT WORKERS PLAN 1917 CAMPAIGN The district workers of the Urban League, composed of the ladies directly in charge of the several working districts of the league work, had an interesting session at The Tribune building Thursday, January 18. Many of the workers were present, including Me-dames Legare, Blake and Douglas from West Savannah. Mrs. W. R. Fields, president, presided. It was decided to carry out the full plan of the league, in organizing local district clubs, embracing in their membership all persons interested in charitable work in the several districts. Each local club will have a monthly meeting somewhere in its district, there to take up the local problems which may confront it. The chairman and others of the local districts will meet in a central committee conference, once each month, on the third Thursday afternoon of the month, for an exchange of experiences and ideas. It is proposed to wage a vigorous campaign for general uplift. Mr. J. G. Lemon addressed the meeting, outlining the work of district organizations. OLD FOLKS ASSOCIATION Members of the old folks Home Association are requested to meet at Butler Presbyterian Church Wednesday at 4 p.m. COMMUNITY CARD PARTY A GRAND SUCCESS Delightful Affair Enjoyed by About Three Hundred The community card party and dance given Thursday night at the Catholic hall for the benefit of the Charity hospital building fund was one of the most delightful affairs of the season. It was a success from every stand point and was enjoyed by a crowd of over three hundred persons. The highest number of points in the card playing were scored by Mrs. C. E. Brent and Miss Emmie Anderson with Lawyer J. G. Lemon a close second. There were sixty-six tables and the playing consumed one hour and fifteen minutes. The prizes which were awarded the winner at each table were beautiful the total collection making a most pleasing display on the stage of the hall. After the card games, the happy throng indulged in the "merry whirl" until early morning. Mrs. R. H. McNichols who was foremost in getting up the affair, and her assistants had everything in excellent shape for the evening's entertainment and not a hitch was experienced in any of the arrangements, everything being carried out as per the well-laid plans. ONLY ANOTHER NEGRO "In Atlanta a few years ago, the chalungung was working in Peachtree street on the block that runs from Baker to Ivy. Four Negro convicts dropped and died. They drank too much ice water, the authorities said. The convicts had been beaten. They had been accused of loafing on the job. "Just before the present warden in Fulton county, C. H. Glirdeu, took office, the Grand Jury of Fulton county saw the photograph of the breast and back of a prisoner. Jurors saw the man himself. His skin was black, but that did not hide the cancerous growth which had eaten through his breast, nor te horrible welts where the merciless lash had cut and gashed the sick man's back. He had been charged with soldiering. "Better days have come with the present warden of Fulton county whose purpose we believe is to be human and good, but even under his regime, recently a mutiny was reported in one of the camps and the lash was used to subdue the men and drive them to their work. The warden, like our state, is in the grip of system which can bring only infamy and disgrace to us. "Witness, the account sent out by our Savannah correspondent and published in this issue of the death of the convict James Youngblood. He was charged with refusal to work. Doctor Righton, coroner of Chatham county, says the man's kidneys show a condition that would have made the man insane. He was beaten day after day for refusal to work. Merciful death freed him from our chains. "A week after his death, Chairman Davidson of the prison commission of Georgia told our representative that he had not heard of the case but would look it up, and if the facts warranted, the commission would investigate. Somewhat late for James Youngblood had the state stained with his blood "If such things can occur in Fulton and Chatham, two of the leading counties of Georgia, something is radically wrong with the prison system from the humblest convict guard to the head of the prison commission itself. What is it? We are not a race of brutes. Neither are all of those in charge of our prisoners inhuman monsters. Less than a month ago one of them, in speaking of the parole system and the indeterminate sentence in use in other states, said that he believed that it would be far better, if some hope, instead of the horror of lasting confinement, chains and the fear of beating, were held before the men sent to our enangangs. "The bruised backs and legs of our prisoners chained together as they toss in their beds at night are an indictment of Georgia before the civilized world. Is there no man in public life in Georgia big, strong and brave enough to start the new year with a resolution that this shame shall be driven from the state and a new page begun in the history of the treatment of our criminal class? " "Surely there is something more important to be considered than the mere question of how many of these poor creatures shall sweat and toll, fear driven, to bring dollars building roads for this county or that, while their families are being made to face starvation and want for the lack of their --- NUMBER 20 NEGRO CHILDREN TO SAVE WASTE PAPER ALL PUBLIC SCHOOL CHILDREN TO ENTER CONTEST. Supt. Gibson to Explain Movement to Teachers and Friends Wednesday The Negro school children of the city will be busily engaged after a certain date next week in a paper saving contest which will be inaugurated in the four schools by Superintendent Gibson. The movement which has for its object both a civic and economic value, will be explained by the superintendent at a conference with all of the Negro teachers and friends at the Cuyler street school next Wednesday afternoon. For the school collecting the largest amount of waste paper a $275.00 piano will be awarded and for the class gathering the largest amount $25 in gold with the next largest classes getting $15 and $10 in gold, respectively. These prizes will be offered by the Savannah Paper Bailing company. As an incentive for the children to work zealously in the collection of waste paper, they will be paid a given amount for each hundred pounds brought to the school, certain days being specified for receiving the paper at the schools. Children will be allowed to get paper from any source except from the city waste boxes which are upon the streets. Almost any sort of paper will be accepted. The largest price per hundred pounds is to be paid for magazines while news papers, old books and wrapping paper will also receive a monetary value. In order that the schools may all enter the contest on an equal basis, the total amount of paper collected at each school will be divided at the end of the contest, about June 15th, by its enrollment at a given date, say Jan. 11th, the school with the largest collection per student receiving the piano. By this method the smallest of the four schools has equally as good a chance for winning the prize as the largest Superintendent Gibson wishes the hearty cooperation of all citizens in this movement and is especially desirous of having all civic organizations give it their hearty support. The heads of these organizations and the preachers in particular are welcome to attend the meeting Wednesday afternoon and are asked to give their co-operation in this movement which has been started for the civic as well as the economic welfare of the city. Large placards calling attention to the movement will be distributed in all of the class rooms and any other information desired concerning the contest may be received from any one of the principals or teachers after Wednesday. MISSIONARY BAPTIST LOCATED IN THIS CITY The Rev. M. W. White of Atlanta, state missionary of the Negro Baptists, has taken up headquarters in this city. Rev. White is appointed head of the Savannah district which is one of the four state divisions and which comprises twenty-five counties. ORGAN RECITAL AT ST. STEPHEN'S CHURCH An organ recital will be given every Sunday evening at St. Stephen's church at 7:45 o'clock. On tomorrow night the following program will be rendered: Nocturne, Op 9 No 2.....Chopin Song In the Night.....Spiney Hymn Of Praise.....Mendelssohn Serenade.....Schubert Vocal Solo.....Miss Helen Ellis Gloria.....Farmer's Mass labor, when the lives and souls of the prisoners are being destroyed and damned by the treatment they are given by their guards. "We want roads. Yes. But the destruction and damnation of men are not essential to the building of roads. If it were so, all Georgia would cry, Let the roads go and save the men. "We say—Build both roads and men. "Other states are doing this. Why should Georgia he disgraces? "It is not enough to say.—He was only a Negro."—The Way, Atlanta, Ga. Rev. B. J. Ross, presiding elder, will be out of the city for the next two weeks holding quarterly conferences at Baxley and Jesup. William Styles who was convicted during the week for violating the prohibition law, was not Mr. W. J. Stiles, manager of the Pekin theatre. PAGE TWO LATEST FASHION NOVELTIES GLEANED HERE AND THERE Items of Interest in New Collars and Skirts New York, Jan. 12.—Each day unfolds something new in the world of fashion, for many interesting novelties catch the eye of those who observe the women of fashion, from whose apparel may be gleaned every little detail and item of interest which create the atmosphere of good style. Some of the new collars are large affairs rolled high at the back and low in front. These have been given the demure name of monk collar, and one is illustrated in the sketch. Sometimes they are fastened with little buttons and loops at the front, or the closing is made invisible. They are usually made of satin or the new figured silks to contrast with the dress material. The loose side panels on skirts, with large pockets on each side, are also recognized as one of the newest style © MCCALL With New Monk Collar and Loose Panels notes in skirts. The panels, being loose flap about in the wind, often disclosing a bright linging of contrasting material on the reverse side. From the front, these panels seem at first to be nothing but the familiar tunic which appears quite often in the new dresses showing the narrow underskirts. Another treatment of some panels appears in some skirts where the panel extends to the lower edge of the skirt, is attached there, and falls softly over the edge in puffed or draped effect. Puffed all around in imitation of the Turkish trouser effect, are some of the skirts of evening dresses. In the supple taffetas and silver tissue cloths, dresses in this style are extremely graceful, the skirts devoid of any trimming whatever and the bodice fitting rather smugly in contrast. The bodices are in reality hardly more than deep bands suspended by straps of ribbon over the shoulders. Sleeves there are none, unless the bands across the upper part of the arms are so called. In other styles of evening dresses, however, sleeves begin to be more favored than they have been for some time. The flowing sleeves when form a kind of drapery reaching almost to the edge of the skirt is a style with great charm. Not only in dresses but in footwear, some novelties are noticed. For afternoon wear there are black and tan shoes with gray buckskin uppers, and these have found favor with the well-dressed women. Dark gray brocade uppers are also considered very good style. Suede shoes, laced in front or buttoned at the side, may also be said to be taking the place of kid shoes, so popular are they. The dress of broadcloth in the second sketch shows one of the new overdress styles worn with a guimpe. A full box-pleated skirt is attached to a straight hanging jumper a little below the normal waistline and the whole hangs from the shoulders. The worsted embroidery on the front of the jumper and on the pockets is worked in black, red and yellow. Rich embroideries continue to figure very prominently in all dresses. One of the latest models in oyster-white tussor had a wide embroidered panel front and back worked in thin silk in a close design giving a strong oriental effect. The panel was finished at the ends with a fringe of the colored silks used in the embroidery—dark red, dark blue and gold. In old gold Georgette was a wonderfully attractive dress decorated with blue and gold beads; another in light gray trimmed with old-rose Leads carried out two very delightful color schemes. The Latest Fad in Underwear Speaking of Georgette—this sheer fabric is put to all sorts of uses, and does not stop at dresses but appears to be quite a favorite for underwear. The most appealing shades of pale blue, lavender and flesh color, fashion undergarments of every description. Though they are hardly practical, there are many who find it impossible to resist these dainty undergarments. Underpure əmər ʃuːpərə əq oʊ smaʊrə ʃuːpərə © MCCALL Oveddress with Box Pleated Skirt more elaborate, and the very latest fad is the combination of silver lace with Georgette. Bead work, too, has invaded underwear, and it has been seen on the new pajamas and nightgowns of Georgette crepe. There are, however, some exceedingly dainty pieces of lingerie which are quite practical after all. Among these are the silk and wash satin undergarments which are very practical as long as they are carefully laundered. The delicate shades must be washed with care to preserve their color, and there is no denying it that it is well worth the trouble for the satifaction that one feels from possessing dainty lingerie. THANKS RETURNED FOR HELP IN HOSPITAL CAMPAIGN We thank Miss Lotie Roundfield for 25 type written letters, Miss Marion Duncan for 25 letters to the resident ministers, the Urban League for the use of their headquarters, Mr. and Mrs. Weston for the extreme kindness while we met there; Rev. J. L. Stripling; Dr. I. D. Williams for his untiring assistance; The Savannah Tribune, for its unlimited kindness. We might say it has been the helping hand all through the work. To those who have done their best, to those who helped at all, to those who would have worked and those who have given, we tender you one and all our gratitude and thanks. To those who, could not help us now we invite you to take a part in the work and we welcome you to join with us. To one and all we wish a happy new year. The Campaign Committee of The following are the names for the corner stone of the proposed new Charity Hospital building for which funds are now being raised: Miss Alice Ellis, worker; Frederie Theus, Henry Hopkins, Marjorie Smith, Cecil Smith, Julia Cargile, Mary Williams, Marry Bell, Lucy Galden, Augusta Pettie. Florrie Perry, Mercedese Ray, Ayler Williams, Elise Stevens, Iola Young. Clarence Maxwell, Irene Mears, Willie Walter Perry, Zella Louise DesVerney, Dannie Laura Henderson, Frances Clarke, Ruby Peyton, Grace Cohen, Marie Moore, I. Damon Williams. The total amount raised in last month's campaign was $80.63 with expenses amounting to $96.00 leaving a balance of $734.63. BEREAN ACADEMY PROGRESSING The Berean Baptist Academy is still moving on nicely under the direction of its new officers. The school is located on Waters Avenue and Wheaton street with Mrs. Willie Brigham and Miss Bythewood as teachers. These have been appointed since the death of Mrs. Alice Brown. The board of the school purchased four lots, with the payment of $130 down. Each lot is 70x100 feet. These lots were bought in the name of the Berean Baptist Academy and are to be used solely for that purpose. We are asking all of the pastors and churches in the Berean bounds to lend a helping hand to make this a success. Why should we be less than any other denomination? Ought not we to build a school too? Rev. Wm. Gray, D. D. Moderator Rev. J. S. Irby, D. D., President Rev. J. W. White, Treasurer Rev. J. S. Moody, Secretary Board: Rev. R. G. Kelly, Rev. H. D. Butler, Rev. L. S. Biggrins, Rev. J. H. Edwards, Rev. A. Austin, Rev. J. W. Edwards, Rev. C. Yys. Ad ST. JOHN'S BAPTIST CHURCH St. John's Baptist church, Rev. Wm. Gray, pastor. Preparations are being made for the largest rally in the history of the church. It is purposed to burn the church mortgage in March, and to be successful, each member must do his part. Donations from friends will be solicited and appreciated. Every member is asked to make a special effort to attend services tomorrow, especially the communion, it being the first in the new year. Order of services: Prayer meeting 5:30 a. m.; preaching 11:30 a. m.; Sunday school 3 p. m.; communion 4 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. 7 p. m.; preaching 8:15 p. m. F. A. B. CHURCH BROTHERHOOD This movement was started by the men of the church more than two months ago with Dr. F. S. Belcher, president and Mr. W. G. Williams, secretary. The purpose of this organization is to create a close relationship among the male members of the church and to become more familiar with the fundamental principles of the denomination. A splendid program was rendered to an appreciative audience of men at our December meeting. We sincerely trust that every male member of the church will attend the January meeting to be held in the lower auditorium of the church, Wednesday night the twenty-fourth, at 8:30. Program: 15 minute song service; invocation, by the pastor, Rev. T. J. Goodall, instrumental selection, Mr. Loranzo Green; vocal solo, Mr. J. E. Johnson; instrumental selection, Prof. Bradshaw; address, Mr. James Meyers; quartette, led by Mr. Henry Frazier; remarks by the president. FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH Order of services: Preaching on Sundays 11:30 a. m. and 8:30 p. m.; prayer meeting Tuesday night 8:30 p. m.; preaching Thursday evening 8:30; Sunday school at 2:30 p. m. communion on the second Sunday. The church is moving on nicely. B. Y. P. U. at 7 p. m. every Sunday evening. Appeal Made to Every Colored Community to Honor the Great Colored Abolitionist Through Equal Rights League or Committees. Great and vital causes are advanced by honoring the memory of their illustrious exponents. When the work of these moral heroes is yet unfinished or is being done, the present-day struggle for humanity is strengthened by the public observances of the anniversaries of the pioneers. Such events furnish the occasion to recast the careers and recite the noble utterances of the great advocates of reform, and to urge devotion to their ideals. The sentimental appeal which goes with the centenary of the birth of a moral leader makes its celebration, if carried on in the spirit of its life-work, of telling help to the same cause today. Hence, it is that the National Equal Rights League, representing the crusade of colored Americans of the rights and liberties till denied, urged the celebration of the centenary of the birth of the greatest colored champion of liberty and of citizenship of colored Americans, Frederick Douglas, all day Wednesday, February 14. The league advises that these observances be in the name of the equal rights cause, and that in every place where colored Americans are numerous and Equal Rights committee or Equal Rights League be formed to arrange the centenary observance of this great champion of equal rights. This is the first great duty of our race collectively in the new year 1917, is the league's new year message to the race. It will inspire our young people with respect for, and pride in their racial strain to have brought out the wonderous ability of this man born a slave. It will give courage to our men and women to fight in an organized way color discrimination to learn of the brave stand taken by Douglas on many occasions. It will challenge the conscience of white Americans to know the life-struggles and the eloquent plea made by him for the justice to his race Douglas was the great colored abolitionist. An escaped slave, he eventually waged an individual campaign of agitation for the freedom of his own race. The approach of his centenary should be the signal for his people to rally to the standard of a fight of our race for rights denied because of our race. Let there be fitting observances throughout the United States of America of the centenary of Douglass, the orator, the abolitionist, the educator, the writer, the statesman, under the auspices of Equal Rights committees, or Equal Rights Leagues and citizens, all day, February 14. Thus will our fight for rights be strengthened in the land which Douglas helped make one of freedom for all. BLRON GUNNER. President Hillburn, New York WILLIAM MONROE TROTTER Secretary, Cornhill, Boston THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson III.—First Quarter, For Jan. 21, 1917. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, John I, 35-51. Memory Verses, 36-37—Golden Text, John I, 43—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. One of the wonderful and most interesting things in this first chapter of John is the many different names of the Lord Jesus. In this respect it is somewhat like Rev. 1. He is called the Word of God, the Word made flesh, the Son of God, the Son of Man, the Lamb of God, the Messiah, the King of Israel, Jesus of Nazareth and other names, and each one bears a different revelation of Him to our souls. Let our heart cry ever be, "That I may know Him!" until we can say from the heart, "Yea, He is altogether lovely; this is my Beloved and this is my friend." (Phil. ill, 10; Song v, 16). When we are fully occupied with Him all else will seem different. As John cried the next day, "Behold the Lamb of God!" two of John's disciples followed Jesus, and when He turned and said, What seek ye? they replied. Where dwellest thou? To which He answered, Come and seel This led to probably many hours with Him, for it was about the tenth hour (verses, 35-39), which was not, as in the margin, two hours before night, but, as we count time, 10 a. m. It is easily proved by John xlx, 14, where, at the sixth hour, which must have been our 0 a. m. Jesus was still before Pilate, that John uses Roman time as we still do. Matthew, Mark and Luke use Jewish time, counting from 0 a. m. (Roman time) as the beginning of the day, so with them the third hour would be our 0 a. m., the sixth hour our 12 noon, and so on. Jesus was crucified at the third hour Jewish time, or 0 a. m. Roman time and our time. The darkness began at the sixth hour and continued till the ninth (Jewish time) or noon till 3 p. m. our time, when He died (Mark xv, 25, 33, 34; Matt xvll, 45, 46; Luke xxll, 44). He met the woman at the well at 0 a. m. or 0 p. m. (John iv, 0), not at noon. Just remember that John counts the hours of the day as we do. What our Lord talked about in this interview we may imagine from the previous chapter (Luke xxiv), where we read of His conversation on the way to Emmaus, and in the upper room that same evening. We know that one of the two men on this occasion was Andrew, and we may safely conclude that the other was John himself (verses 40-42), for the evangelists have a way of not mentioning their own names when they are specially in the event. We may also easily imagine that John found his brother James as quickly as Andrew found Simon. Are we as eager to bring others to Him, and does our talk about Him lead others away from ourselves to Him, as John's "Behold the Lamb of God!" did? Is our motto "He must increase; but I must decrease?" (John ill, 30.) The next day Jesus went Himself to find Philip of Bethsaida, the city of Andrew and Peter, and said to him, "Follow me." I cannot tell you why He sought Philip and went Himself to do it, but I am glad that He ever sought me, though I fear that He has occasion to say to me, as He did to Philip after those three years, "Have I been so long time with you, and yet hast thou not known Me?" (John xiv, 9.) We all seem to become acquainted with Him so slowly. Oh, how patient He is with us. His "Follow Me" to Philip (verses 43, 44) makes us think of His resurrection word to Peter in chapter xxl, 19, 22, and the application to us is so helpful. Phillip soon found a friend, saying to him, "We have found Him of whom Moses in the law and the prophets did write." With a disdainful word concerning Nazareth Nathaniel was persuaded to come and see for himself, and soon he was heard exclaiming, "Rabbi, Thou art the Son of God; Thou art the King of Israel" (verses 45-49). Perhaps the word of Jesus, "Before that Philip called thee, when thou wast under the fig tree, I saw thee," had something to do with his confession. Only He who knoweth our downsitting and uprising and all our ways could say such things to any one (Pa. cxxxxx, 1-4). It will help us greatly if we remember that we have to do with Him who knows us so thoroughly and to whom all things are naked and open. Our Lord's next word to Nathaniel, "Thou shalt see greater things than these," I have often taken to myself as I have seen many of the wonderful things He has wrought for us and through us, and then have I pleaded again His words in Jer. xxxill. 3. The last verse in our lesson, which is an evident reference to Jacob's dream and vision at Bethel (Gen.xxviii, 12), makes me think that perhaps under that fig tree Nathaniel had been meditating upon this very thing, else why should our Lord refer to it? If my supposition is right, it is a confirmation of Ezek. xl. 5. "I know the things that come into your mind, every one of them." Only in this gospel is this man mentioned by this name, but he is supposed to be the Bartholomew of the other gospels, as he is always mentioned as such with Philip (Matt. x, 3; Mark ill. 18; Luke vi. 14). The last mention of him is in John xxl. 2. EAST WALDBURG STREET AND A. C. L. RY. TRACKS S. A. Grant, President W. P. Tucker, V.-Pres. F. D. Tucker, Gen. Mgr. 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Announcements, Collection and Benediction. 3:30 O'clock, P. M. Public Program—Rev. J. B. K. Butler, Master of Ceremonies 1. Music.....By the Choir 2. Prayer.....By Lic. Lee Gilmore 3. Anthem.....By Choir 4. Welcome to Visitors and Friends...Miss Malinda Smith 5. Sold.....Miss Nathalce Mae Stewart 6. Song.....F. A. B. Church Chorus, Mrs. T. J. Goodall, Directress 7. The Church's Statistics of Finance.....Mr. W. G. Williams, Church Clerk; Mr. St. Louis Ponder, Treas. 8. Review of the past year's work.....Rev. T. J. Goodall, Pastor 9. Selection.....St. Cecilia Musical Club Miss Alice M. Ellis, Directress 10. Address: On behalf of the Educational Institutions of Savannah.....Prof. R. R. Wright, President Ga. State Industrial College. 11. Resolutions behalf Baptist Ministers' Union.....Rev. J. S. Moody, pastor Friendship Baptist Church. 12. Address, behalf Evangelical Ministers' Union.....Rev. J. S. Stripling, pastor Asbury M. E. Church. 13. Address, behalf Baptist Ministers' Union.....Rev. N. M. Clarke, pastor Beth Eden Baptist Church. PROGRAM OF THE 129TH CE LEBRATION OF THE FIRST BRYAN BAPTIST CHURCH Prayer Meeting, by Deacons' Union. Anthem, by St. John's Choir. Hymn. Scripture Reading. Prayer, by Miss Bessie E. Foster. Duett, by Miss Chasetta Ford and Mrs. Catherine Adkins. Sermon, by Rev. Wm. Gray, pastor of St. John Bapt. Church. Anthem, St. John Choir. Prayer. Announcements. Collection. Benediction. Deacons' Union will attend in a body. Tuesday Night January 16th Prayer Meeting, by Deacons Middleton and Robinson. Anthem, by Mt. Zion Choir. Scripture Reading. Prayer. Solo, Rosa Mitchell. Recital, Erma B. Roberts. Choir of Select Volces. Recital, by Thelma Lee. Solo, by Willie May Jones. Sermon, by Rev. H. D. Butler of Mt. Zion Bapt. Church. Anthem. Prayer. Announcements. Collection. Benediction. Wednesday Night January 17th Prayer meeting by Deacons Marsh and Miller. Anthem, by Central Choir. Hymn. Scripture Reading. Prayer. Chorus, by Mission Club. Paper, Mrs. C. C. Allen. Quartette, Mesdames Mattie Green, L. L. Allen, Me. Irs. E. W. Pope and C. Harris. Remarks, Dea. G. W. Jones. Chorus, by Club. Presentation of Anniversary gift, Miss Ada Scott. Sermon, by Rev. J. S. Irby, pastor Central Bapt. Church. Anthem, by Choir. Prayer. Announcements. Collection. Benediction. Thursday Night January 18, B. X. P. U. Prayer meeting, Deacons Philput and Lyons. Anthem, Beth Eden Choir. Hymn. Scripture Reading. Prayer. Paper, by Edith Alfred. Duett, Mrs. Lizzie Timmons and Miss Dorothy Williams. Recital, Wilhelmina Lokey Sermon, Rev. N. M. Clarke pastor Beth Eden Bapt. Church Anthem. Prayer. Announcements. PARENT-TEACHER CLUB WORK The parent-Teacher Club is an organization composed of parents, friends, and teachers, of either day or Sunday school. The object of the work is to bring the parent and the teacher into closer relationship, that they may know each other better, and be better prepared to make the life of the child in the home and in the school a unity, because they are prepared to work in harmony for the best good of the child. It would be difficult to enumerate the advantages and the far reaching good to be derived from this interesting and beautiful co-operative work. United efforts bring great results. The character and condition of the school and neighborhood will suggest the kind of work the club will best accomplish. If there happens to be no Parent-Teacher club in your school, teacher and parent, organize at once, so that the home and the school can get acquainted with each other. The first Parent-Teacher Club of this city was organized at Young Street school, February 23, 1912, just four years ago. After the first few meetings the attendance decreased, but the interest in the work increased. Often there were 14. Song.....F. A. B. Church Chorus 11. Address, behalf bankers and other business men.....Mr. L. E. Williams, president Wage Earners Bank. 16. Address, behalf Atlantic Medical Society.....Dr. W. A. Harris 17. Address, behalf Social Clubs and Civic Societies.....Mr. Edward H. Burke 18. Announcements, Collection and Benediction. (Speakers are limited to ten (10) minutes) 8:00 O'clock P. M. Rev. J. L. Dickerson, Master of Ceremonies 1. Devotions, conducted by Lies. S. M. Lee and Jno. Myers 2. Remarks, "The Outlook".....Dr. P. E. Love, Trustee of Church 3. Song.....F. A. B. Church Chorus 4. Remarks, "Our Men".....Dr. F. S. Belcher, President F. A. B. Church Brotherhood. 5. Paper, "Our Women as Church Workers".....Mrs. Julia A. Ward 7. Anniversary Sermon.....By the Pastor 8. Open doors of the church for reception of members. 9. Prayer. present at the meetings only the teachers and a trio of mothers, including the writer, but we opened on time, had fine meetings, and laid plans deep and wide, which are today yielding good results. We have no dues or assessments, for that would keep many poor mothers from the meetings. When we plan to accomplish a certain thing, every member contributes to the cause according to the strength of her purse. While our organization has brought before the parents, teachers and friends some of the best and most practical men and women of the city (white and colored), who have presented frankly to us facts on juvenile crimes, social evils, tuberculosis, and many other vital subjects, and while we often spend a half hour socially, partaking of cocoa and wafers, yet our definite purpose is to do tangible things. We have helped to beautify the yards started a library, which is growing fast and to which the mothers and friends have access, and now we are assisting the school to raise funds to pay for a piano. Our next effort will be to fit up a domestic science room in the school. I asked a teacher to organize a P. T. C. in her school: she said she would not, because the mothers who needed to be benefited would not come. The organization is not for any particular class of mothers, but for the good, bad and indifferent alike. Miss C. B. Finley, the wide-awake and efficient principal of the school, and her splendid teachers have entered into this work with the spirit of true teachers. We are glad to note the growth of the work. Clubs are being organized in both city and country schools. Let the good work go on. Co-operation is necessary. The task will be much easier, the load lighter, and the results larger and better if parents and teachers will "pull together."—Selena Sloam Butler, H. S. '88, President in the Spelman Messenger, Atlanta, Ga. REVS. RUSSELL AT ST. STEPHEN The Rev. J. S. Russell, arch deacon of Virginia, founder and principal of St. Paul's school at Lawrenceville, Va., and his son, the Rev. Alvin Russell, will arrive in the city today and will preach at St. Stephen's church tomorrow at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. The public is invited. Good singing. Among the Masons Masons must be kind and affectionate one to another. Frequenting the same temples, kneeling at the same altars, they should feel that respect and kindness for each other, which their common relationship and common approach to one God should inspire. There needs to be much more of the spirit of the ancient fellowship among us; more tenderness for each other's faults, more forgiveness, improvements and good fortune; somewhat of brotherly feeling, that we may feel proud to use the name brother—Missouri Freemason Put Masonic literature into the hands of the friend whom you think would make a good Mason. It may cause him to form a favorable opinion of the order, and "unbiased by friends and uninfluenced by mercenary motives," he may make application for the degrees. This could not be considered soliciting, as it is only giving an opportunity to the uninitiated to acquire proper knowledge as to the aims and purposes of Masonry—Masonic Voice-Review. Studious Masons Studious Masons are comparatively rare. And yet, there is a vast amount of rich learning in Masonry. Examine well its symbols and learn what they teach. There is not a symbol in Masonry that is not almost a volume in itself, and yet how few there are who can tell what they mean or what lesson they are intended to teach. There is absolutely no value or virtue whatsoever in memorizing the ritual and going no further. The memorized words can do no good until we have mastered its meaning, and the inspiration born of that meaning has steered us to nobler and better lives. To this end our obligations should be well learned and thoroughly explained, as this is the keynote of all true knowledge of the ritual of Masonry. Masonle secrets are soul secrets! The ritual is merely an allegorical and symbolic set of directions as to how to go about discovering the secrets for one's self. They point the way to where the key is hidden. But they are secrets—Fraternal Record. Practically every young Mason, by that term we mean the man who has just recently become a Mason—has ambitions. He may not admit it even to himself, but he inwardly wishes he could take part in the regular workings of the lodge. He sees enough while taking the degrees to instill in him a desire to be able to take some part of the work of either conferring the degrees or the regular work of the lodge, and his desire is a commendable one. Furthermore, if his desire is sufficiently strong he will eventually take some part. There is no excuse, a brother can make that he has received no preferment or that he has never had a chance to do anything in the lodge. Such remark is that of a lazy man. The man who never had a chance is the same one who is always waiting for some one to bring around the silver platter. Masonry is full of chances and good ones, too. If a brother will show that he is taking an interest in his lodge and becomes proficient in certain parts he will be given plenty opportunity to do something. But he must try to be of some service.—Masonic News. The generous man cannot but regret to see dissensions and disputes among his brethren. Only the base and ungenerous delight in discord. It is the poorest occupation of humanity to labor to make men think worse of each other. The duty of the Mason is to make man think better of his neighbor; to quiet, instead of aggravating difficulties, to bring together those who are severed or estranged; to keep friends from becoming foes, and to persuade foes to become friends. To do this, he must needs control his own passions and be not rash and hasty, nor swift to take offense, nor easy to be angered.—Missouri Freemason. CRESCENT AID AND SOCIAL CLUB On Monday night December 18, 1916. The Crescent Aid and Social Club met in their regular meeting at Scotts hall, Gwinnett and West Broad streets. The secretary, James Hawkins, read the report of the years work and some important business was transacted. The election of officers resulted as follows: President, Robert Wilson; vice president, J. C. Holloway; financial secretary, Jasper Williams; recording secretary, James Hawkins: treasurer, Thomas L. Lloyd; chaplain, Paul Young; advocate, R. H. 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The movement is an excellent one, one which every parent shvatd encourage, every civic organization support and the entire city appreciare for 1t less- ens the danger of fire and disease in the community and {Is of real economic and civic value to the entire common- wealth. ci ae Nes ae ee Se Ae we discussed at some length the causes of industrial unrest and the general migration of Negro labor from rural communities to Northern labor cen- ters, under inducements of higher wag- es, etc. ‘The process continues, in spite of the vivid and frightful stories of suffering from cold, insufficient housing and the uncertain amount of sickness and death which these new conditions entail. This exodus will in- crease as the better weather comes on. % Now is the time for the state and city governments .to take the steps necessary to check or regulate it. No one can forget the unusual amount of unemployment prior to a year ago, and, of curse, 20 one was surprised that the demand for com- mon labor at high wages found thous- ands in the Southland ready to re spond at almost any sacrifice and risk. Many of the improvideat, no doubt, have suffered in the adjustment to new conditions. The Tuskegee conference, whieh con- vened this weck, devoted a part of its time to discussing ways and means, not of fostering or encouraging the ex- odus of labor, but ,of securing for it the most favorable conditions possible, in all circumstances, South and North. Another conference of like chanicter, under the auspices of the National Lea- Kue on Prban Conditions Among Ne- Rrogs will be held in New York. the latter part of “the present months. Leading Negroes, the country over,“are seriously concerned over the problem. Unemployment means an economic loss to the country. Every unit of em- ployment during the yeur means the conservation of human resources and resultant prosperity for all. Aside from the deficient from sickness, in- jury, delinquency and unwillingness to work, there ure many able-bodied. will- ing to work, who are unemployed. The state and city could reduce the precent- age of unemployment among the able- bodied and willing by establishing some means of bringing workers and unem- ployers together. <fhis could be done through the De- partment of Labor of the state, acting not, inconsistent with the Federal au- thority, by the establishment of a ays- tem of local labor bureaus, under a central clearing house. This system has been found very effective in Ger- many, and is practicable under our conditions. In times of depression, the state could reduce unemployment by advancing and increasing public works, such as high- ways, harbors, public works and the’ Mike.” | A campaign for education will be nec- essary to induce the workers and em- Ployers to stake upon the ability and reliability of these experts, and there will be some Httle lack of smoothness in the readjustment. In the end, how- ever, from a fair measure of success, we ought expect eminently satisfactory results. Savannah's health record for 1916, surpassed that of any of the preceed- ing! thirty years, according to the re- cent report of the elty health office. There hasbeen less “of sickness and less-of death” among all classes and from nearly all causes*tors sass year ainde the”bégititing of dependable rec Se ae ag ge a ge oxds. tug a menace to that of the whites, It ix refreshing and encouraging that these reports Indicate that the Ne- Rroem, too, show decisive health im- provements. The record 1s/doubly in- teresting when compared with that of Atlanta, the capitol of the state, which shows Improvement in the white health but, unfortunately, an alarming ret- rogression in Negro health. We cannot vouch for fairness or ac- curacy of the Atlanta record, but the Savauauh Health office has maintained an unassailable record for system and anthentiety, and its distinguished head has always manifested a deep, helpful interest in the physical welfare of the Savannah Negro and upon many oc- casions, has asserted that interest in our behalf and commended us when we made advances. During the past year the new sys- tem of house drainage Has been wide- ly extended over the city, improving the sanitary conditions greatly, and removing many of the sources of in- fection and contagion, To this agency, Perhaps, the above splendid showing is primarily due. Agitation, health leducation, as carried on among the People, has had much to do with se- curing these satisfactory results, too. and all agencies and organizations en- gaged in this work have reason to feel encouraged and inspired to continue their laudable work. According to the compiled record, colored people appear to be almost im- mune to diptheria,—hitherto so fatal to the whites—only six of the total of 83 cases reported, being colored, ani only one death. The development of Qptheria antitoxin has rendered this dread malady easily curable, there be- ing only three deaths for the year ror that cause, one tess than for 1915 | In 1915, there were 33 colored death< from malaria fever, while in 1916 there were only 23, while from typhoid. there were 13 in 1915 as against 17 in 1916. . Forty-two Negroes died of pellagra in 1915, as against only 19 Jn 1916, a decrease of over 50 per cent. Tuberculosin Is still the dread scourge of colored people, while the white race seems to have passed thm its ‘period of great fatality and ap- pears to be reaching the immune stace During 1915, the number of colored deaths from tuberculosis was 197, while In 1916 there were 135, a decrease of 62 or over 30 per cent. There were 28 white deaths in 1915 against 31 in 1916, a Slight increase. This dread disease, due directly to poor housing and bad sanitation, shows healthy improvement with room for freater improvement. Like the ty- period records, that of tuberculosis seemx to bear a direct relation to im- proved drainage conditions, In addition to the above, it is ta he noted that there is a marked decrease in the general total of infantile deaths and still-births, : It ts about time we are deriving some of the certain benefits of the Federal Government's pure food Jaw, the state laws, prohibiting “cure-all” patent medicines and the ant!-narcotic law, the local ordinances regulating the milk standard, the tuberculin test | for cows, the care of restaurants, cafes and the screpning of fruits on public! sale, thé covered garbage can and the! disposal of garbage, weed-cutting, ete.:' ani, may be, we are. 7 | And we must not become weary in! well doing. While we are grateful at improvement we must not let up in our campaign for better sanitation and better health, beeause’ these Iead to hetter economy and greater efficiency in every way. There are many sore spots in the city, particularly in the Negro districts of Yamncraw, Frog- town and the Fort—Spots which may easliy be remedied in some helpful de- gree. Now when the city is unable or refuses to help.in spetifie instances, the people, themselves, through their! organizations of various ,sorts, in sélf- | defense, must take up {he job. The ministers from the pulpits must teach the lesson of better conservation and lead the way in practical community } etl ee eT city at the instance of the league fs seon to open a play ground, which will Wehr some. Dr, Harrls, representing the league, has given ilustrated lec- tures on tuberculosis and other health subjecis in many sections. But a great deal more must be done to change the Complexion of a bad situation. Great huprovenent wij] be noted there when the people are made to see the danger of living under present conditions, and the advantages of greater cleanliness. Introduce a few bright spots in these sections, organize the people for home improvement aud educate them in the ways of better living, and it will not he long before these efforts will show Kreater results in the Health Office. * NEGRO IDEALS ‘The destiny of a people is determined by their ideals, These ideals appear and disappear, and with them disap- pear the nations which embody the ideats. No nation has yet appeared whose ffleals have proved sufficient for its cumulative needs. The position of the Negro in America ts complicated by the fact that he fs not in n sepa- rate territory he cannot work out his destiny free from the coufiicting ideals, sentiments and customs of a white en- vironment. The white ‘man does not like the Negro and there is no place for him in the white man’s world. Christianity, despite its teachings, does not induce the dominant race to admit the blackman as a brother, The teach- ings and the practices of the white man’s religion bafle him. He finds that the principles of democracy he has been taught do not, in practice, apply to him. In education he does not have an equal chance. The colleges ex- clude or at most folerate him. If hé acquires an education there is no plan for him among the whites. In skilled industry there is a growing tendency to exclude him. Now the program of the twentleth- century Negro ts to conquer all this feeling against him that exists In the dominant roce. This new Negro feels that there rests on him the respons!- bility of leading Christianity and de- mocracy back to their qnetent profes. sions, His ideal ts to refuse to accept the stamp of inferlority and to fight segregation and discrimination. The refusal of the white man to accept the Negro and give him full freedom and opportunity to develop is the greatest obstacle to be overcome. This attitude of the white man is unreasonable. It must yield to the Negro’s demand or it must pe broken."—Lisiie Pinckney, Journal of Race Development.s . | ENCOMIUM TO MRS. FLEMING On September 22, 1916, God, Jin His wise providence, removed from our midst, Mrs. ‘Charity Fleming. We bow In humblp submission to His will, knowing that He doeth all things well, and our Ioss is “heaven's gain. Mrs. Fleming was one of the’sixteen members who organized the First Con- gregational Church of Savanuah, near- ly forty-cight years ago. She and her: ci-workers have done so much ‘In hold- ing up intelligence and religion in this community. They have made Sevan= nah hetter by establishing Congrega- tionalism here. _ Sister Fleming is the last of the no- Me sixteen to cross the myst" river. We, the members of the First Con- gregational Church, mourn her loss. We express our feelings in the lan- xuage of the poet: ane “sister, thou wast mild and lovely, Gentle as the summer's breeze— Pleasant as the air of evening, When it floats among the trees. Peaceful he thy silent slumber— Peaceful in thy grave so low. Trou no more shalt join our number; Thou no more’our songs shall know, Yet again we hope to meet thee, When the day of life is fled; Then in heaven with joy to greet thee. Where no farewell tears are shed. nr Committee, Mrs. G. A, Horton Mrs. N, A. Herd : 4 Dea. E. BB. Roberts, Chr ELITE TEMPLE DAUGHTERS OF a ELES Weldow Lodge No. 26, of Elks con- ducted the installation’ of officers of Elite Temple No. 71, Daughters of Elks om last Tuesday night at their lodge room in the -Masonic Temple. Exalted Ruler F. A. Dilworth acted as installing officer. The officers are: W. E. Brown, D. R.; F. A. Mucherson, V.; Rosa Monroe, Asst. D, R.; Anna Baker, PD. Chaplain S. Biggeins, F. secretary; G, L. Jarrett,,R. Secretary; RL, Barnes, D. “Treasurer; J. FE. Collins, organist; Ella Slocum, Door Keeper; Nellie Hill, gate keeper; directors, Mar- tha Jones, A. Anderson, F. Mosley. MEETING OF POGLICYHOLDERS The annual meeting of the -policy holders of the Guaranty Mutual Life and Health Insurance Company will be held at the office of the. company, 465 West Broad street at 8 p, m., on Tuésday evening, February 13th, 1917; at- Savannah, Ga. L, M. POLLARD, Secretary In Memory ~ So cadareeanen a wcee ; ; , Re = a CARN | «ye PE PRB GES INS ; » + OOULES op | _g~ 1 OE e 0 te Your Earning Power will not = H last forever, Old age is * et certain;sickness and. t t accidents arewith- ~~ | in the range of .-. ; | + possibilities. = - . i Prepare for the time when your earning fower : 3 pO sometimes In Kind remembrance of my loving one, Louls Maxwell, Jr., who died Jan. uary 22, 1914. Iu your grave you Silently sleep. Husband, I shall never forget you, some sweet day, in the bexutiful land, we will meet. Loving wife, Maggie Maxwell Cearly beloyed wife and mother, Mrs, Georgia Bacon, who diea January 21, 1911, a A precious one from us is gone, The votce we loved is still; The place is yacant in our home, Which never can be filled. She has gone to live with Jesus, So why should we wish her here; ‘We would not dim her radiant lot, With mortal stain or fear. Dear is the grave in which she fs laid, Sweet {s the memory Which will never fade; Heart of our life 1s bursa, , Under the sod where she peacefully | sleeps. . | Farewell dear mother, but not forever, For there will be a glorrous dawn. When we shall meet to part, no never, On that resurrection morn, Her devoted husband and children Mr. Joseph E. Bacon Mrs. Rebecca ‘B. White Miss Ruth A. Bacor Mrs. Lula B. Black, N. Y. | - Mrs. Josepnine B, Tate, N.Y. Little Tomle L, Bacon, N. Y. In loving memory of our dearly be- loved one, Ruby Lee Davis, who dé- parted this lfe January 13, 1916 Gone but not forgotten, “ There's sorrow in our hearts today. There's sadness on our brow; For she, the loved, has passed away, And we are mourning now. * The eye that once did sparkle bright, The hand that pressed our own; No more shail gladden on our sight,— Our cherished one has flown. And we did lore her well, ’tis true, Now thou can’t love here more, For she has left this world and us, On angel wings $o soar | Above the world, its ceaseless strife, Its turmolls and its care, To enter on eternal life, And reign in glory there. _ O, let this thought now cheer our soul, And bid our tenrs depart; i A few more days our course shall roll We will meet, no more to part. | No more upon our ears shall fall The saddening word “farewell.” ‘ No more a parting hour But all in perfect union dwell. Mother, Mrs. Carrie Davis Father, Mr, James H. C. Davis Sisters, Frances Davis, Eva Reid . Mrs. Anna Ruth Cuspard * Brother, James Davis, Jr. Wa ge Earners: Savin gs Bank UNDER STATE SUPERVISION The Pioneer Negro Savings Bank of Georgia, You and Yours are cordially invited to join our 1917 CHRISTMAS SAVINGS CLUB 10 Cents per week will pay $5.00 next Christmas, plus interest at 5 Per Cent. 2 25 Cents per week will pay $12.50 next Christ- mas, plus interest at 5 Per Cent. . 50 Cents per week will pay $25.00 next Christ- mas, plus interest at 5 Per Cent. $1.00 per week will pay $50.00 next Ctristmas, plus interest at 5 Per Cent. : JOIN NOW! FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL, WRITE OR PHONE US. ra s ¥ RESOLUTION | Whereas, it has pleased Almighty God, in His wise providence to re- move from this world militant “to the world triumphant, our esteem& friend and brother, J, F, Quarterman, one who was a true and faithful member, and a promoter for. gool and for the welfare of the Mutual Benevolent So- clety, and whose presence we do great- ly miss. zs In as much as he has been summoned in attendance to a more high and lofty mission by his Creator, we, the sur- viving members must, and ican only bow in humble submission to His di- vine calling, and say “Let Thy will be done.” We miss your presence and loss to us, dear brother, but in accordance to the promise banded to man by Him who gave His life to us, that “Eternal life is your gain.” Be it therefore; Resolved, that in commemoration of you, our beloved and much esteemed friend, that a special page of memorial be provided on the records of this so- clety and be also published in The Sa- vannah Tribune, and a copy be sent to the bereaved family. oe ‘Resepcetfully The Mutual Benevolent Society Committee, A. P. Williams , Cc. C, Middleton Chay. Seiglin, Statement of Condition at the Close of Business October 31st, 1916, as Found by the State Bank Examiners ° RESOURCES: Loans and Discounts..... ate ee sees. $206,910.82 Banking House and Fixtures.......... 72,358.07 Other Real Estate and Investment....... 26,139.99 Cash and Due from other Banks......... 12,210.06 : Total... 00... ee. eee ee ee. $317,618.94 LIABILITIES: Capital Paid In.........0..0..2........$ 50-000.00 Surplus and Undivided Profits.....---.. 34,298.31 Deposits ..........0cccccscseccceonsees 187,420.63 Bills Payable...............0.000000005 45,900.00 8 Total... 2... eeeeeg lessee t e+ $317,618.94 j a = tare - ty 2. =, . 3 . Altce aud ‘West Broad Stréets a a Protect Your Horses" Feet (OlECT VOUT nOMses Fee Have Them Shod by The Cresceas Horseshoelag and Clipping Shop 315 Jevrerson st, Phone 3509 NELSON A. CUVLER “The Expert Horreshoer.” Prop. * Important—The only Experi orseshoeipg shop in the city op ! erated by a colored man. - Locals and Personals Social Happenings Miss Elizabeth and Miss J. G. Murray, formerly of this city now living at Pleasantville, N. Y., spent new year's in Brooklyn, N. Y. with Miss Laurett Randolph. They were entertained with a new year's dinner party on Monday evening. Those present were Misses Elizabeth Murry, J. G. Murry, Laurett Randolph, Essie Randolph, Messrs E. Carter and Johnnie Artworth, Mr. Fred McCann, Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Cante, Mr. and Mrs Dan Murray, Miss J. G. and Elizabeth Murray on their return to Pleasantville stopped in New York City and were entertained with luncheon at the home of Mrs. Hutchen. Why should Negroes of Savannah longer crowd themselves in the way of white people in the hot summer days around their places of resort where they are not wanted, when they can get all they desire at Hope Crest, including a home site? Buy a lot there now and be happy. See my ad in this issue G. H. Bowen-tt. Mr. O. M. Hall, general manager of the Peoples Health and Life Insurance Company, accompanied by Mrs. O. M. Hall, are in the city, on a trip combining business and pleasure they are stopping at present with Mr. and Mrs. Brookins, 613 Russell street. General Manager Hall is loud in his praises of the intelligent way in which his local manager, Mr. J. S. Causey, is handling the company's affairs on the Sarannah district. *** "Coming events cast their shadows before them". This also explains why Hope Crest will be the finest summer resort in the South for the Negro. Buyra lot now while they are for sale. See my ad in this issue—G. H. Bowen. -tt. --- "There is a tide in the affairs of men, which, if taken at its flood, leads on to fortune." This is a great truth, and it is also true that you will make big money and get much real pleasure if you ride in on the Hope Crest tide, and invest your money there. See my ad in this issue. 7. H. Bowen-ff. ```markdown ``` Mrs. Oceana Marshall and her mother-in-law, Mrs. Eva Marshall, of Saratoga, N. Y., left Monday for the north after a stay of about five weeks, the guests of Capt. and Mrs. E. Seabrooks. Both ladies expressed themselves as being well pleased with their visit here and were very much impressed with the excellent showing of the Negroes here. They were shown all over the beautiful roads of the county by Capt and Mrs. Seabrooks in their handsome new seven passenger touring car. The ladies will visit Washington and Philadelphia before returning to Saratoga. --- FOR SALE OR RENT—Upright piano in first class condition, for rent or sale. Particulars given at The Tribune office. * * * Mme. Estelle of New York, accompanied by her cousin, Mrs. Lizzie Butler and little Anges Jacobs, her godchild, after a stay of two weeks in the city, left for her home yesterday. FOR SALE—Two acres of land or Buckhaulter road, crossing. the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad. For further information, call at 529 Gaston street, east. F. Mitchell. Mrs. Julia Haines of Macon and Mrs. Helen Sanders of Atlanta are in the city visiting friends. Miss Meta Butler and Miss Anna Mays left Tuesday for New York where they will reside. NOTICE TO DEBTORS AND CREDITORS, GEORGIA, CHATHAM COUNTY Notice is hereby given to all persons having demands against the estate of G. B. Young, late of said county, deceased, to present them to me, properly made out, within the time prescribed by law, so as to show their character and amount; and all persons indebted to said deceased, are requested to make immediate payment to us. Savannah, Ga., December 29, 1916. F. D. TUCKER. Administrator, estate of G. B. Young. FOR SALE-On easy terms to colored man of good character, 1229 Elllett avenue, 5 room house on 30 foot lot, city water in yard. C. A. McCarthy, Germania Bank. CARD OF THANKS The family of the late Mrs. Annie Greene wish to express their appreciation to their friends for the many kindness shown during her illness and also for floral designs sent upon the occasion of her death. LET US PRESS YOUR CLOTHES We make a specialty of Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing Clothes. Give us a trial call or chone Henry Street Pressing Club, 304 Henry Street, West —Phone 1487. Marion Massey proprietor. One of the pleasant happenings of the week was a farewell social given by Mrs. C. C. Allen at her home, West 35th street on Thursday afternoon from 5 to 7 o'clock in honor of Mme. Estelle of New York. The afternoon was pleasantly spent in various games and music. Mrs. Frances Mason assisted in receiving and served 'the punch. An enjoyable sociable was tendered Madam Estelle of New York City on last Wednesday evening at the home of Mrs. Lucy A. Newton, 506 Park avenue, west. The hostess were: Mrs. Newton, Mrs. Frances Mason and Mrs. Claudia C. Allen. The evening was spent in whist playing, singing and dancing. Miss Camilla Marshall and Miss Gertrude Peters performed at the piano. Those present were Madam Estelle and Mrs. Re B. Coleman of New York, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Brown of Brookfield, Mass., Miss A. E. Brown and Mrs. M. Green of New York; Mr. and Mrs. J. O. Myers. Mrs. Joseph Garnett, Mrs. Bertha Chisholm, Mrs. Pinkey Floyd, Mrs. George Johnson, Mrs. Claudia C. Allen, Mrs. Frances Mason, Mrs. L. A. Newton, Miss Dorothy Williams, Miss Camilla Marshall, Miss Gertrude Peters, Dr. E. J. Smith, Mr. Cato Young, Mr. E. H. Burke, Mr. John Mitchell, Mr. E. J. Newton, Mr. and Mr. James Waters. Mrs. Anna Trawick entertained the Round Tree Social Club and Sewing circle, Wednesday evening, at her residence, 795 Bolton street, west. Many games were played and refreshments served. Mr. Moses Washington and Mr. C. Davis were winners in the whist games. The officers of the club are Eugene Trawick, president; Mrs. Bulah Smith, secretary; and Mrs. Lillie Jackson, treasurer. The second anniversary of the Sarah Allen Sewing Circle of St. Philip A. M. E. Church was observed on Friday evening, January 12th, at the residence of Mrs. J. D. Hamilton, 522 east Henry street. The home was beautifully decorated for the occasion, the circle's colors, blue and white, being very tastily arranged, giving it an artistic finish. The following program was rendered: History or the circle, Miss R. R. Rogers; Solo, Mrs. L. B. Thompson; select reading; Mrs. W. G. Hill; Sarah Allen Gazette, Mrs. E. G. Young; address, Rev. R. V. Branch; response, Mr. John H. Law. The game of questions conducted by Mrs. R. R. Wright and Mrs. L. B. Thompson, which embraced a history of the A. M. E. church, was very interesting. The prize offered for the complete answer to all questions was won by Mrs. O. R. Marshall of Saratoga Springs, N. Y. Many beautiful articles of fancy work were shown as exhibits. Refreshments were served, which were enjoyable. The officers of the circle are: Mrs. J. D. Hamilton, president; Mrs. Gussie Brinson, vice president; Mrs. C. L. Howard, treasurer; and Miss R. R. Rogers, secretary. Those present were Rev. R. V. Brach; Prof. and Mrs. R. R. Wright, Prof. and Mrs. L. B. Thompson, Prof and Mrs. Tibbs, Dr. and Mrs. E. M. Pinckney, Dr. and Mrs. C. B. Tyson, Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Blackshear, Mr. and Mrs. E. Newton, Mr. and Mrs. E. G. Young, Rev. and Mrs. C. P. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Young, Mr. and Mrs. Horace Young, Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Law, Mrs. R. L. Barnes, Mrs. J. D. Hamilton, Mrs. E. Seabrooks, Mrs. C. L. Howard, Mrs. M. E. Harper, Mrs. T. Hopkins, Mrs. Gussie Brinson, Mrs. W. G. Hill, Mrs. B. Ladd, Mrs. Emily Gilmore, Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. Toney, Mrs. Sam. A. King, Mrs. Amanda Davis, Mrs. Mamie Williams, Mrs. Robt. Williams, Mrs. M. E. Butler, Mrs. O. B. Marshall, Saratoga, Springs, N. Y., Mrs. Jno. Owens, Mrs. Geo. W. Smith, Mrs. Sarah Addison, Mr. and Mrs. Brown, New York City, Mrs. A. Allen, Mrs. Anna Hill Mrs. F. L. Lash, Miss M. E. Cole, Miss Hurd, Macon, Ga. Miss Ada Scott, Miss Julia Wright, Miss M. Shivery, Miss R. R. Rogers, Miss Orine Childs, Miss Florine Washington, Miss Ethel Cole. SUPT. GIBSON ADDRESSES WEST BROAD PARENTS At a meeting Wednesday afternoon of the parents of the children of the West Broad Street school, Superintendent Gibson was the principal speaker. There were in the neighborhood of a hundred parents present and the talk they received from the superintendent was both interesting and impressive. He spoke of education in general, telling of the difference between the requirements of education of today and those of by-gone days. Wrap attention was given the speaker and his hearers showed an unusual degree of appreciation. MECHANIC WANTED A first-class all-round automobile repair man wanted to work in repair shop. None other need apply. Write or call upon Joseph Hall. 516 West 31st street. STOP! LOOK! LISTEN! WATCH YOUR STEPS! DON'T BE MISLEAD! February 5th, 1917 Is the Date. Savannah Home Asso'n. Are the Entertainers. Masonic Temple Is the Place. Mid-Winter Soiree Is the Subject. --- AMUSEMENT COLUMN NOTICE—Articles in this column two cents a word, payable in advance. January 20. Monday--Dance at Masonic Temple by Savannah Home Stock Association. Admission 25 and 35 cents. January 12. Friday—Entertainment by Past Worthy Counsellors of C. D. Creswell Court No. 372 at Masonic Temple. Admission 15 cents. February 20, Monday—Ball and spot dance reception by the Social Club of the Steamship St. Louis at new Catholic hall Admission 35 and 50 cents. February 5, Monday—Mid-Winter Soirée of Savannah Home Association, (incorporated) at Masonle Temple. Music by Black and Tan orchestra. Tickets 25 cents. February 7 and 9.—Two night fete at Masonic Temple by Colored Chauffeurs of Georgia. Admission 10 cents. January 26, Friday—Entertainment by Martha Prentus Sewling Circle at Masonic Temple. Admission 15 cents. February 16, Friday—Concert and dance at New Catholic hall by East Broad Street School Alumni. Admission 25 cents, reserved seats 35 cents. February 26, Monday—Midwinter dance at Masonic Temple by Young Adelphia Aid and Social Club. Admission 25 and 40 cents. February 12, Monday—First fall dance by Prof. Gus Price's Famous orchestra at New Catholic hall. Admission 25 cents. January 20, Monday—Oyster roast by St. James A. M. E. Sunday school. Admission 10 cents. February 2, Friday—ance by Savannah Union Station Red Caps at Masonic Temple. Omission 15 and 25 cents. February 12, Monday—Dance by Union Brotherhood Association Ladies' Branch at Mechanics hall. Admission 15 cents. FRANK'S SHOE REPAIR SHOP EXPERT WORKMANSHIP EXPERT WORKMANSHIP BEST MATERIAL PROMPT DELIVERY WE AIM TO PLEASE A TRIAL WILL CONVINCE WORK CALLED FOR AND DELIVERED PARCEL POST ORDERS SOLICITED A Specialty Made of Repairing Children's Shoes PHONE 1314 43 Barnard St. PROF. PRICE'S FAMOUS ORCHESTRA First Fall Dance On Loncoln's Birthday. Monday February 12th, 1917 At the New Catholic Hall Good order. Best of Music and refreshments ADMISSION - 25 CENTS Prof. Gus. Price, Mgr. St. Marys, Ga.,—On Sunday evening an educational mass meeting was held in the interest of Central Park Institute. The following program was rendered: Song, by choir; prayer, song by choir; address by Prof. J. M. Washington, principal public school, Mr. E. M. Denaughn, Rev. L. L. Hamilton and Prof. J. W. Maxwell, of Central Park College; trio by Miss Byrd, and others; Mrs. Clarke, B. Barumt and J. M. Roberts are to be commended for their efforts. The following contributed: B. Barnhill, $1.00; J. M. Roberts $1.00; Mrs. T. E. Clark $1.00, Mrs. Thomas Scott 50c, Prof. J. M. Washington 25c, E. M. Denaughn; public collection $2. Mrs.Victoria B. Roberts Scientific Scalp Treatment a Specialty Mme. Estelle's "Nu-Life" System Estelle's Preparations for Sale 606 WEST 32ND STREET Hair Dressing, Manicuring and ..and Massage. Poro Treatment our Specialty.... Combings made to Order 2013 Harden St. Savannah, Ga. HAVE YOU SEEN THE NEW TAILOR AT 463 WEST BROAD STREET (Near Gaston) Suits Made to Order at Popular Prices Clothes Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired. American Tailor M. I. FEINBERG, Proprietor Mrs. Ethel B, Wilson DRESSMAKING AND PLAIN SEWING 530 EAST ANDERSON STREET Phone 3941 The North Carolina Mutual and Provident Association ORGANIZED 1898 Home Office: Durham, N. C. JOHN DERRICK, Pres. C. C. SPAULDING, Gen. Mgr. Dr. A. M. MORE. Sec'y. Dr. A. M. MORE. Sec'y The oldest and largest Negro Insurance Company in the World. with convertable assets of over $200,000.00. with no stock liabilities and no unpaid Claims. Protect your families and business by taking ordinary and industrial Insurance with this great Company. The N. C. MUTUAL issues policies from $5.00 to $1000.00. Whole Life. Twenty Payment Life, and Endowment Insurance our Specialties. 819 West road St. W. J. KENNEDY, JR., District Manager TEN! WATCH YOUR BE MISLEAD! 5th, 1917 Date. While he takes life easy—own your own home. We will assist you to buy a home, in or around this city, of the most modern build, at a bargain price and easy terms. "THE REAL ESTATE MAN' Phone 4096 458 West Broad St 2011 Whitaker street.....7 rooms and bath.....$25.00 per month 712-714 W. 40th street.....5 months and bath.....$10.00 per month 710 W. 40th street.....5 rooms and bath.....$10.00 per month Foot of Charles street.....Shop.....$4.00 per month 35th and Ogeeeche Avenue, 4 and 5 room flats, $7.50 and $8.00 615 West Bay street, Rooms at .....50c per week Ogeeeche road.....Shop.....$6.0 per month Augusta Road.....5 rooms.....$5.00 per month 702 W. Gwinnett street.....8.00 rooms and bath.....$18 per month 1707 Ogeeeche Road.....5 rooms and bath.....$15.00 per month 628 Grapevine Avenue.....4 rooms.....$1.00 per month Tatemsville.....3 rooms.....$3.00 per month 622 West Broughton St.....6 rooms.....$11.00 per month 110S Cuyler street.....4 rooms.....$11.00 per month 905 West 42nd street.....6 rooms.....$12.00 per month 901 Elliott Street.....9 rooms.....$15.00 per month 1613 Burroughs Street.....4 rooms.....$8.00 per month 515 West 42nd Street.....5 rooms.....$8.00 per month 305 West Henry Street.....Store and Shop.....$12.00 per month 2404 Bulloch Street.....5 rooms.....$10.00 per month 10-12 B Street.....3 rooms.....$4.00 per month 5-6-8-11 B Street.....3 rooms.....$4.00 per month S. W. Cor, W. Broad & Broughton, Store.....$65.00 per month 17 Chapman Street.....3 rooms.....$5.00 per month Augusta Road.....5 rooms.....$4.00 per month 2410 Florence Street.....5 rooms.....$3.00 per month 40th and West Broad Streets.....3 rooms.....$4.00 per month Augusta Road.....5 Rooms.....$5.00 per month Sacksville.....5 rooms, 1 acre.....$12.00 per month 628 W. Waldburg Street.....4 rooms.....$8.00 per month 4 Sixth Street.....4 rooms.....$5.00 per month G. H. BOWEN "THE REAL ESTATE MAN" Headquarters for Homes for Colored People AUTO SERVICE FREE. RENT While he takes life easy—own you assist you to buy a home, in or an modern build, at a bargain price. G. H. BOY "The REAL ESTATE Phone 4096 458 HOUSES FOR —WEST SIDE 2011 Whitaker street...7 rooms and 712-714 W. 40th street...5 months s 710 W. 40th street...5 rooms and Foot of Charles street...5 35th and Ogeechee avenue, 4 and 615 West Bay street, Rooms at Ogeechee road...8th Augusta Road...3 rooms 702 W. Gwinnett street...8.00 room 1707 Ogeechee Road...5 rooms and 628 Grapevine Avenue...4 r Tatensville...3 room 622 West Broughton St...6 room 1108 Cuyler street...4 room 905 West 42nd street...6 room 901 Elliott street...9 room 1613 Burroughs street...4 room 815 West 42nd street...5 305 West Henry street...Store and 2404 Bulloch street...5 room 10-12 B Street...3 rooms 5-6-8-11 B Street...3 rooms S. W. Cor. W. Broad & Broughton 17 Chapman street...3 room Augusta Road...5 rooms 2410 Florence street...5 room 49th and West Broad streets... Augusta Road...5 Rooms Sacksville...5 rooms, 1 ad 628 W. Waldburg street...4 4 Sixth street...4 room —EAST SIDE 509 East Henry Lane...Garage 214 E. Bolton street...2 room 307 East Duffy lane...5 room 1115 East Gwinnett St...5 room 1142 E. Gwinnett...5 rooms, 751 1-2 E. Gwinnett street...5 rooms 1005 Vine street...3 rooms 311 E. Duffy street...7 rooms and 808 1-2 Waters Ave...5 rooms and 704 Paulsen street...5 rooms 1118 D. 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Tucker, Cashier Hosiery Price—Silk; Lilie or Cotton er pair PAGE SIX THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE Weekly Church News BETH EDEN BAPTIST CHURCH Beth Eden Baptist Church, Rev. N. M. Clarke, pastor. The clouds were without, there was sunshine within at the early prayer service Sunday morning. Mr. Hunter led the meeting. We had a practical sermon at the morning hour, the subject was "Magnifying Christ". In the afternoon Rev. Clarke preached at the Ga. State College, delivered an installation sermon in the city, attended B. X. P. U. and conducted the evening services. His subject was "Jesus looking for faith" Luke 18:5. The B. Y. P. U. was led by Mr. John Elbs, and an interesting meeting was held. To morrow is our great rally day at which time we hope to have each member represented. Beginning with Monday the various churches of the city will take charge of the services each night. An excellent program is arranged for each night. All friends are invited to attend these services. Services as follows: Prayer service 6 a.m.; preaching 11 a.m.; Sunday school 3:30 p.m.; B. X. P. U. 7 y.m.; preaching 8 p.m. and rally. FIRST B. B. CHURCH Notwithstanding the inclement weather the attendance at church Sunday was very good. At night Rev. Wright read for the lesson on the 23rd Psalm. His text was from Acts 10:4, subject, "The Gentiles received the gift of the Holy Ghost." This sermon was very helpful. The Junior and Senior B. Y. P. U's, rendered interesting programs. The celebration of the 129th anniversary began on Monday night, January 15th. The anniversary sermon will be preached by Rev. C. T. Walker, on Monday night, January 22nd. EVANGELICAL MINISTERS' UNION Following are the subjects for discussion for the next meeting: Tuesday, January 23rd "Do we as ministers preach the doctrines of the Pauline Epistles as equally binding upon the church today?" Rev. J. S. Stripling; Tuesday January 30. "How far and with what organizations should the Ministers' Evangelical Union co-operate in the development of Negro life and manhood." Rev. Wm Daniels; Tuesday February 7th. "To what extent is the Negro race expected to contribute to the problem of moderate education", Rev. J W. Maxwell; Tuesday February 14th. "Have we not impaired our church life financially by a departure from the ancient system of tithing for the maintenance of the church?", Rev. E. W. White. MT. TABOR BAPTIST CHURCH The Mt. Tabor Bible reading circle, an active auxiliary of Mt. Tabor Baptist Church of which Rev. N. H. Whitire is pastor, met on last Wednesday evening at the residence of Mrs. M. M. Sampson, 527 East Huntingdon street. The principal feature of the evening's program was the installation of officers, which was preceded by the invocation and music; then follower a paper by Mrs. Julia Waters on the origin and organization of the circle and outlining the purpose for which it exists. Among the guess who witnessed and also participated in the installation were Rev. H. Barnes, vice president of the Baptist Sunday school convention Rev. I. J. Yancy and Rev. E. H. Quo. The pastor led in the opening remarks. A luncheon was then served. Formerly the meetings were held on Thursdays of each week, but the officers wish it known that hencefort they will be held on Wednesdays at 7 p. m. It is thought that a change of meetings will be of a material benefit to the members. BAPTIST MINISTERS' UNION The Baptist Ministers' Union held its regular weekly meeting at the F. A. B. Church, Franklin square. Devotions were conducted by Rev. W. A. Daughtry. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and adopted after which the clerk made his annual report which was approved; the treasurer's report was also received. The election of officers was held. Rev. J. B. K. Butler presiding during the election. The following officers were elected: Rev. W. M. Gray, president; Rev. Wm. Beck, vice president; A. L. Hamilton, secretary; Rev. N. H. Whitmire, treasurer; Rev. T. W. Washington, chapain; Rev. N. M. Clarke, chairman of sermonic department; Rev. L. H. Quo, critic. There were several committees appointed, among which was the banquet committee, which is to arrange for a banquet to be given at the installation that will be held during this month. A resolution committee was also appointed that will consider some important resolutions that are to be drawn up. Rev. J. H. Newman, D. D., of Jacksonville, Pn. was present. He is here in the interest of the teachers' training work. On next Monday this work will be given some consider- ation. Rev. N. M. Clarke was selected to represent the union at the anniversary of the F. A. B. Church to be held during this month. All members are asked to attend the meeting next Monday as matters of vital importance will be considered. THANKFUL BAPTIST CHURCH Thankful Baptist Church, Huntingdon street, Rev. J. H. Edwards, pastor. Services on last Sunday were well attended. The pastor preached at all of the services. Abyssinia, Pilgrim and Friendship Baptist churches were out at the communion service. The Thankful mission presented the church with a six piece communion set. Services tomorrow: Prayer meeting 5:30, Sundayschool 10:15; preaching 11:30. A silver offering service will be given by the choir, at 4 p. m.; preaching 8:30. ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH At the usual hour, 11 a. m., a noble sermon was preached by the pastor, Rev. A. L. Sampson. Sunday school was conducted by the superintendent with a good attendance. The officers of the school are now planning for a oyster roast to be given on the 29th of this month for the benefit of the school. The A. C. D. League was held at 7 p. m. At 8:15 a soul stirring sermon was preached by the pastor. Services tomorrow: Preaching 11 a. m. and 8:15 p. m.; Sunday school 3 p. m.; A. C. E. League 6:30 p. m. The public is cordially invited. F. A. B. CHURCH, FRANKLIN SQ. First African Baptist Church, Franklin square, Rev. T. J. Goodall pastor. In spite of the unfavorable weather on last Sunday the attendance was good. The early prayer meeting was led by Dea. P. W. Walford. At 11:30 a.m. devotional service was conducted by Lic. Robinson. afterwhich the pastor extended an invitation to the unsaved to come and bow at the mercy seat, to which quite a number responded. The pastor preached on the subject "God wants faith not fear". At the night service devotions were led by Lic. Robinson. Tho the weather was unfavorable during the week our revival has been a success. The choir is rendering excellent service. Next week the 129th anniversary of the church will be celebrated. The celebration will begin on Sunday and close after the celebration Monday night. ST. PHILIP A. M. E. CHURCH Rev. R. V. Branch, the pastor, preached at the morning worship and also at 8:15. Desjite the inclement weather the attendance was good. The members that attended did well by paying. All members, that have not paid the dollar must pay at once. On the the fourth Sunday another dollar must be paid by every member of the church. The Sunday school and League held interesting meetings. At the conclusion of the morning worship all of the officers and teachers of the Sunday school will be installed by Presiding Elder Alexander, who will preach at both morning and evening services. Rev. Alexander will also address the Sunday school. The closing remarks of the first quarterly conference will be made at the close of the evening service. All members are requested to pay their quarterly dues. A. M. E. ENDEAVOR LEAGUE The Union A. M. E. Christian Endeavor League met at St. Philip A. M. E. church Sunday December 17. The meeting was opened by the president, Mr. Jesse Brinson. The topic, "Big Jobs Awaiting Us" was discussed by many. Each local league was well represented at this meeting. The program rendered was excellent. One of the features of the meeting was the adoption of by-laws for the union. The election of officers for the next month resulted as follows: J. S. Daniel, president; Miss Ballard, secretary; Miss Albertha Alexander, assistant secretary; Mrs. Julia Harrell, treasurer; B. S. Reid, chorister; Mrs. Byrd, assistant chorister; Miss H. Baltimore, organist; Miss O. Terrell, assistant organist; Mrs. Davis, correspondent secretary; Mrs. H. T. Lockhart, chaplain; C. W. Alexander, reporter. Rev. Branch will install the officers tomorrow at 5 p. m. at Gaines A. M. E. chapel, the league rendering a special program. Seeing the good in others" is the topic, Phillip 2:1-11. The public is invited. EVANGELICAL MINITERS' UNION The Evangelical Ministers' Union met in its weekly meetings. Rev. C. C. Cargile, the newly elected president, presided. Devotional service was conducted by Prof. J. W. Maxwell. The regular topic of the day was then taken up. Revs. H. H. Williamson and J. S. Jenkins gave their synopsis of their late sermons and after a friendly criticism the brethren were commended for the efforts put forth. Rev. James Jackson, superintendent of the Savannah District of the M. E. Church, was invited to install the officers, which will take place at St. James A; M. E. church on the third Wednesday night in February. Dr. Alexander, the chairman of the program committee made his report. MOREHOUSE COLLEGE NOTES The glee club and orchestra gave its seventh annual concert Friday night, November 12th. The concert was one of the best in the history of the institution. Notwithstanding weather conditions, the college auditorium was filled to its capacity. Dr. Frank E. May, the French consul, was special guest on that occasion. We hear much colored people re business enterprise The truth of the matter is tha have neither kept pace with tha ing tastes of the Colored cust efforts of their white competiti "It's a far cry" from sentiment This is the age of specialized ored merchant must "fall in" The difference between the le and "just so-so" is the differen We can help you to put your b class. Write for hooklet entitled, I MAN'S PURSE. Use your bu NATIONAL, NEGRO Emmett J. Scott, President, Henry Mears Wholesale and Retail Dealers PHONE 3461 THE MEAR Expert Piano and Furniture Mo Before closing out with We hear much these days, that Colored people not patronizing our business enterprises— A of the matter is that many Colored business owners kept pace with the broadening and development of the Colored customer nor with the need for their white competitors. A cry" from sentiment to business. The age of specialized selling methods and the constant must "fall in" or "fall out." Reference between the business which is "miser-so" is the difference in merchandising and help you to put your business into the "miser-so". A hooklet entitled, REACHING THE CURSE. Use your business letter-head. NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS SERVICES Scott, President, Tuskegee Institute My Mears Feed Co. and Retail Dealers in Hay and Grain oil. 309 BERKELEY THE MEARS' EXPRESS Oil and Furniture Movers...We Pack, Store, close out with anyone else, Ringing. Proprietor, 309 ALWAYS IN THE LEAD B. F. HANDY DRY AND STEAM CLEANER. I DRY on suits; Four Suits Pressed for $1.00. Specialty. All orders called for and delivered to the city. A trial will convince you that I am new. A Specialty made of cleaning ladies' white skirts, 50 Cents. 3018 916 WEST BROADWAY JUST A REMINDER Now installed a full outfit of machines in Shoes, which enables us to get your worst possible order. We do Whole Sole and Heels, Rubber Heels and all kinds of notice. Work called for and delivered. The truth of the matter is that many Colored business men have neither kept pace with the broadening and discriminating tastes of the Colored customer nor with the specialized efforts of their white competitors. "It's a far cry" from sentiment to business. This is the age of specialized selling methods and the Colored merchant must "fall in" or "fall out." The difference between the business which is "mighty fine" and "just so-so" is the difference in merchandising methods. We can help you to put your business into the "mighty fine" class. Write for booklet entitled, REACHING THE COLORED MAN'S PURSE. Use your business letter-head. Address NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS SERVICE Emmett J. Scott, President, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Hay and Grain of All Kinds. PHONE 3461 309 BERRIEN STREET Expert Piano and Furniture Movers...We Pack, Store and Ship Before closing out with anyone else, Ring 3461 Henry Mears, Proprietor, 309 Berrien Stre B. F. H. THE EXPERT DRY AND STEAM Special rates on suits; Four Suits ments a specialty. All orders s part of the city. A trial will clothes new. A Specialty m white skirts PRONE ME 3018 JUST A R We have now installed a full pairing of Shoes, which enab the shortest possible order. Half Sole and Heels, Rubber ing on short notice. Work ALWAYS IN THE LEAD THE EXPERT DRY AND STEAM CLEANER. I DIE TO LIVE. Special rates on suits; Four Suits Pressed for $1.00. Ladies Garments a specialty. All orders called for and delivered to any part of the city. A trial will convince you that I make Old clothes new. A Specialty made of cleaning ladies' black white skirts, 50 Cents. PRONE ME 3018 916 WEST BROAD STREET JUST A REMINDER We have now installed a full outfit of machines for the repairing of Shoes, which enables us to get your work out in the shortest possible order. We do Whole Sole and Heels, Half Sole and Heels, Rubber Heels and all kinds of Repairing on short notice. Work called for and delivered. J. H. Washington --- --- Pate's Drug Store A Happy and New Wishes One and All Happy and Prosper New Year And extends to its patrons, its heartiest appreciation for their past patronage, and cordially invites a continuation of same. PATE'S D HALL AND WEST BROAD STRE PATE'S DRUG STORE WEST BROAD STRETS PHONES 4 HALL AND WEST BROAD STRETS PHONES 4710-4711-9187 PHONE 3070-J The debating teams to represent the school later in the year against Knoxville and Talladega have been selected: J. Q. Adams, Ernest Richards and Charles Perkins at Knoxvine; M. M. Fisher, R. C. Barbour and Ira D. Reld at home. The subject for debate, "Resolved: That pensions should be paid from public funds to needy mothers of dependent children". A large number of alumni and visitors is expected to attend the celebration of the fifteenth anniversary of Morehouse College beginning Sunday, February 25, and ending Tuesday night, February 27th. in these days about not patronizing colored uses— that many Colored business men are broadening and discriminat- omer nor with the specialized vors. ant to business. and selling methods and the Col- or "fall out." business which is "mighty fine" once in merchandising methods. business into the "mighty fine" REACHING THE COLORED business letter-head. Address BUSINESS SERVICE Tuskegee Institute, Alabama Feed Compay in Hay and Grain of All Kinds. 309 BERRIEN STREET ERS' EXPRESS overs...We Pack, Store and Ship in anyone else, Ring 3461 DAYS IN THE LEAD I LANDY AM CLEANER. I DIE TO LIVE. Itts Pressed for $1.00. Ladies Gar- called for and delivered to any convince you that I make Old made of cleaning ladies' black , 50 Cents. 916 WEST BROAD STREET EMINDER I outfit of machines for the re- les us to get your work out in We do Whole Sole and Heels, Heels and all kinds of Repair- called for and delivered. 309 WHITAKER STREET Prosperous Year RUG STORE ETS PHONES 4710-4711-91E7 309 Berrien Street SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson II.—First Quarter, For Jan. 14, 1917. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES. Text of the Lesson, John i, 19-34. Memory Verses, 32, 33—Golden Text, John i, 29—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. When John the Baptist was questioned as to who he was he said that he was not the Christ, nor Ellijah, nor the expected prophet, but simply a voice crying in the wilderness, "Make straight the way of the Lord" (verses 19-23). His commission is found in Isa. xl, 3-8, where it is said that he was to prepare the way of the Lord and make straight in the desert a highway for our God and to cry, "All flesh is grass, and all the goodness thereof is as the flower of the field; * * * the grass withereth, the flower fadeth, but the Word of our God shall stand forever." The Spirit through Malachi said of him, as well as of the real Ellijah, yet to come, "Behold, I will send you Ellijah the prophet before the coming of the great and dreadful day of the Lord" (Mal. iv, 5, 6). The angel Gabriel said of him to his father Zacharias. "He shall be great in the sight of the Lord, * * * and he shall be filled with the Holy Ghost even from his mother's womb; he shall go before the Lord in the spirit and power of Ellijah * * * to make ready a people prepared for the Lord." His father Zacharias, being filled with the Holy Spirit, said of him, "And thou, child, shalt be called the prophet of the Highest, for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare His ways" (Luke 1, 13-17, 97-79). The Lord Jesus said of him, "Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist" (Matt. xl, 11). When questioned farther by the Pharisees as to why he baptized if he was not some great one, he said that there was one standing among them whom they knew not, the latchet of whose shoes he was not worthy to unloose, and that while he (John) baptized with water the unknown one would baptize with the Holy Ghost (verses 24-27, 33). He is ever the same Jesus. Trust Him to baptize you with the Holy Spirit now and hear Him say, "Be it unto thee, even as thou wilt;" "Whatsoever things ye desire when ye pray, believe that ye receive them and ye shall have them" (Mark xl, 24). The cry of John the next day as he saw Jesus coming unto him, "Behold the Lamb of God, who taketh away the sin of the world," was one of the greatest cries that one mortal could make to another. It would be worth while to go into all lands with that one cry and its associated truths. It takes us not only to the foundation of the world, but before that (Rev. xiii, 8; I Pet. 1, 19, 20), for as the Lamb of God He was foreordained before the foundation of the world. It takes us to Gen. iii, 21, where we see Him with His own hand, by the shedding of blood, providing redemption clothing for Adam and Eve. It takes us to Gen. xxii, where we see the lamb dying in the stead of Isaac. It takes us to Ex. xii and all that is said of the Passover Lamb; also to the lambs of the daily morning and evening sacrifice; to Isa. iii and to passages without number concerning His being a sacrifice for our sins; then on to the Revelation, where He is called the Lamb just twenty-eight times, redeeming by His precious blood, enabling us to overcome by the same, conquering all His enemies and ours and finally associated with the Father on the throne (Rev. v, 9, 10; vii, 14; xii, 11; xvii, 14; xxii, 1, 8). As His redeemed ones we are lambs in the midst of wolves, and when we think of all He has borne for us as the Lamb of God and all the glory that awaits us as His associates we might well be willing to be killed all the day long for His sake, if only He can be glorified in us. John says that it was his commission to manifest God to Israel, and it is our commission to manifest Him to the world, that the world may know Him through us. Alway delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life of Jesus may be made manifest in our mortal flesh (John xvii, 21, 23; II Cor. iv, 10, 11). It would seem that John did not know Him personally until the day of the baptism at Jordan, but he had been told, "Upon whom thou shalt see the Spirit descending and remaining on Him the same is He who baptizes with the Holy Ghost," John bare record saying, "I saw the Spirit descending from heaven like a dove, and it abode upon Him, and I saw and bare record that this is the Son of God" (Verses 31-84). There must have been a knowing of Him in some sense before the baptism, for when He came to John to be baptized that day John said to Him, "I have need to be baptized of thee, and comest thou to me." So there must have been some increased revelation of Him to John after the baptism, when the heavens were opened, the Spirit descended like a dove and lighted upon Him, and the Father said from heaven, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased" (Matt. ill. 13-17). What a contrast between John who bare record "This is the Son of God" and the devil who said so soon afterward "If thou be the Son of God" (Matt. ill. 17; iv. 3). When we are well pleased with Him in whom the Father is well pleased then the Father is pleased with us, but if we do not receive Him as Son of God we cannot be saved. Specializing in Scientific Treatment of Scalp, Hair and Skin By "PORO" SYSTEM. By FORO SYSTEM Phone 2025-w. 609 E. 34th St. Dr. L. S. Parks, DENTIST 240 Barnard Street, Specialist in Gold and Bridge Work Savannan, Ga. Does all kind of high grade denta work of the best quality and workman ship. Gold crowns and bridge work. White Porcelain Pivot and Gold Crowns mounted on the natural roots. 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Mgr 145 West Broad St. Southern Umbrella Wokrs Simon Bradley and Son, Preps. 8 Umbrella recovered with out the aid detectives Keys fitted and locks repaired to keeek burglaries out nothing but no nos people. COR. STATE AND DRAYTON STB. near court house Works, 25 E. STATE STREET Phone 3423 Mme. Hart's Hair Dressing and It will make the hair grow long and silky. Second to no hair preperation on the market. All who have trie it gladly reccome d same to others. Agentwanted everywhere. Write for terms VIOLA E. HART Manufacturer J, W, Welcher CONTRACTOR and BUILDER Houses moved and renovated. Estimates on all class of work ALL WORK GUARANTEED 719 WEST BROAD ST. PHONE 1225-J Seeme before Building HAIR .CULTURIST AND MANICURIST Miss Marie V. Tolbert, recently graduated from School in Hair Culture, Manicuring and Massaging, is especially prepared for performing the very highest class of work. Being equipped with the very latest and up-to-date methods, the most satisfactory and lasting effect results. Hair dressed for special occasions. Highest efficiency guaranteed on all work. Mrs. M. E. Tolbert is now associated with Miss Marie Tolbert and would be glad to receive a call from her friends. Agents for Madam C. J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Grower. Phone 3853. 506 Hartridge St. SEEKING AFTER BETTER WAGES SECONDARY MOTIVE FOR THE EXODUS (By. J. C. Lindsay) Negro business men, like business men of all other races, feel keenly the financial loss sustained by the migration of so many of our people who have been going north, east and west during the last several months; and so far as their financial interests are concerned, would like to have them remain here with us in this, our Southern home. But when they argue to us, as many of them have, that we were trying to persuade them not to leave but remain here in their southern home and try to educate themselves and their children and accumulate property and there by live down the prejudice, which is born of down-right ignorance, which thing we would say to them would have to disappear when education and property came on the scene, then it was that they would tell us of the unhearable conditions which confronts the average Negro farmer, matters not what he has been able to accomplish or accumulate, nor how faithful and just he has been in the community where he lives. Not long ago a number of men and boys, passing through this city making their was to the North, who had lived in Early county, this state, told of nerve grating inhuman treatment accorded to Negro men, women and children by some white civilized Christian (?) men of that county. The Negro man engaged in business feels that he has as much at stake, when it comes to building up and making his community better as do the business men of any other race. Therefore, what effects one effects the other. The thing that all concerned should strive to do, is to see to it that contentment and happiness, as well as safety and protection be accorded to all, regardless of race or condition. Many honestly misinformed persons of both races get the erroneous idea that the primary cause of our people leaving the south for the north in the astonishingly great numbers, as they are, is for better wages alope; but there could be nothing further from the truth than such an idea. That, of course, is a part of it, but not the basis of the cause of their leaving in such hordes and numbers. The truth to tell is this: They, in the most cases, are seeking better working conditions and impartial protection from the strong arm of the law. To prove that this is trude, hear what a certain Negro banker says with reference to the contentedness of certain of our people in a certain county in South Georgia. Mr. L. E. Williams, of the Wage Earners Savings Bank was driving thru that county a few days ago, and made a diligent inquiry in the portion of the country thru which he was autolog, as to the real conditions of the Negro in those parts, from the standpoint of the wages he received, as well as to how he felt respecting the migration fever north, as it seems to effect our people in a general way throutout the entire state. These people with whom he talked, and they were not a few, frankly admitted that the wages that they received were very small indeed, but they were satisfied to remain where they were, as the white people in that portion of the county were fair to them and did not interfere with them in the least, therefore, they were satisfied to remain where they were. Thus it will be seen, that it is with the Negro like it is with all other races and people, that is not as much of a matter of dollars and cents as it is of being permitted to live and not be harassed, hounded down, coerced, intimidated, last but by no means least, lynched, or in other words, murdered. Let business men everywhere, white and black, use all of their influence and power in the matter of calling attention to this great monumental business destroyer, namely, unfairness. Come early to your next meeting, Wednesday evening, January 19, and bring a friend. ATLANTA UNIVERSITY NOTES Atlanta, Ga., Jan. 16.—Atlanta University has had two notable visits during the week, one from Mr. Clinton Smith who is in the department of Forest Reservations for the government, and who has come east-to deliver a set of lectures at Yale University. Atlanta University was fortunate in having the first one of these lectures on Forest Reservations. Here is a new field in which many colored men have not yet entered, but a field that has a wide opening for those who are preparing to enter it. We hope Mr. Smith's visit will be suggestive to Atlanta University men. The other visit was from Mr. C. F. Howe, a returned missionary from China. Mr. Howe is a stalwart, athletic missionary, who gave us a talk on modern China, its new development and its changing attitude toward western ideas and Christianity. He emphasized that now is the time to make a deep impression on China. All the city canvassers for the endowment fund will meet next Sunday at the home of Mrs. J. B. Greenwood. It is expected that an encouraging report from the beginning will be made. It is very gratifying to receive almost every day gifts and letters from graduates and colored people expressing their deep sympathy with this movement and their high appreciation for the stand Atlanta University has taken and maintained for the colored people for fifty years. HARDSTEW IN ARKANSAS Hot Springs, Ark.—I do not know what is going to happen about now. Legislatures are meeting every where, and of course there is to be new measures introduced, because every man wants to make a record, and then he wants to get back the next time or go up higher. It is to be regretted that in the places we suffer as a race, because they feel that it is a big thing to do something which will cause our people to take a back seat, and look front. I believe in looking ahead, and shall continue to do so, although there may be laws of proscription passed by those who are elected to look after the interest of all people Right here, permit me to say that it is marvelous that we are able to save as many of our boys and girls as we are. The door of hope is constantly closed in their faces, and they are told to go way back and sit down. They are told in almost every walk of life that is upward that they are not wanted and that it is intended only for the white boys feet to trod, and for the black boy only to look up and wish him well. In most of the country if one should apply for position of messenger either for the Western Union or the Postal, I believe he would be locked up as a dangerous lunatic. He would not be given as much show for his liberty as Harry K. Thaw, but I do not mean to put him into this. If you want to black the messenger boys' shoes you can get that job, but nothing higher. But by the help of God and by the inspiration furnished by the men and women who have broken through the line and have gone to the higher places, we are able to here and there inspire boys and girls to become thinkers. After all, it is the thinker that makes his way up in life and not the fellow who stands around and broods over his color or race. He tells race prejudice to stand aside and it is just as easy 'to dip the Atlantic ocean dry with a teaspoon as it is to put a limit on brains. He goes making good, and the world is glad to honor him because he is a thinker. We have strong examples—Frederick Douglass was a slave, and I am told that he fought with the dogs for food, but the world knows that Fred Douglas lived. I could mention John M. Langton, B. K. Bruce, Major R. Lynch, who lives today; Dr. R. R. Moton, Major Allen Washington; Dr. Dubois; Emmett J., Scott, J. C. Napier, I. T. Montgomery; E. C. Morris, of the National Baptist convention, William H. Steward, editor American Baptist; John H. Murphy, editor Afro-American; Sol. C. Johnson, Savannah, Ga.; W. G. Parks, D. D., Philadelphia; W. F. Graham, D. D., Editor Young of the Journal and Guide; L. W. Bright, and there are many others I could name, and these men are furnishing inspiration to the young Negroes although many of them are dead, they still live. I have tramped over this country and many things have claimed my attention from time to time, and it will be my aim to keep you posted, and here and there tell you what we are doing. I am going to look up men and women who are doing things. I am now trying to guess where I was when I wrote the last letter. I think I was in Kansas, and if so that was a trip worth while. In Salina, Kans., I was the guest of W. W. Shobe as I told you, and he made me sit up and take notice, for he is loved by all the people and no one would ever take him to be a white man. He has a kind of stove black color for his skin, and is nearly six and a half feet tall, and almost as large around is he is tall. But then, I am not going to talk about that, I met many able people in Salina, and I am glad that I had the pleasure of making the trip. Now from there, I found my way to Wichita, and from there to Nowata, Okla., then to Claremore, Okla., and from there to Ft. Smith, then to Little Rock, and now I am here. I am sure you will recall some of the things I told you about this place when I was here last fall. People come here from all parts of the world to get cured of something. All kinds of diseases come here to get into the water and he healed. There was a time that we could not get the bath only by taking the oath of a pauper, and then the government bath house was opened to you, but the Supreme Lodge of Knights of Pythias, with S. W. Green at the head has purchased a bath house and now you can go into it as a man and be healed. Hon. J. T. T. Warren, one of the busiest men in the race, and a gentleman THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE with it, is in charge. He is a man that with all the education and money, can be reached at all times and under all conditions. The poorest and the humblest man or woman in the country can get an audience with him and you don't have to reach him through a secretary but just take your turn. I want to here congratulate the Knights of Pythias for being able to secure him as manager of their affairs in this city. He started from the bottom and worked his way up to the top, and he merits all that he has. I hope that soon he will be able to find a good wife. Miss Susie Bennett is stenographer there, and he has other bookkeepers and clerks, but I mention Susie because she is the daughter of Rev. J. R. Bennett, and because she is such a good writer, and is assisting her sister maggie in taking care of her mother. A fine young woman. She is true to her mother. I had the pleasure of meeting and shaking hands with J. T. T. Warren. I did not take up much of his time. I was here to visit the church, and did so. Sunday morning I went to Visitors Chapel, where I found the Rev. Dr. J. M. Sutton, preaching. He is some preacher. Then from there, I went to Roanoke Baptist church, that fine building erected by Dr. J. H. Henderson, and met this congregation. I have spoken of this church before. I shall have to tell you about Dr. C. M. Wade, the great physician in another letter, because I have said enough for this time. I wish that I had just a little more time. But you will excuse me. I am going to be in Virginia in April. C. J. Hardstew. SAVANNAH AT·MOREHOUSE Atlanta, Ga. January 12.—Morehouse College has this year one of the largest enrollments of her history. In this vast number of students from the various cities and states, Savannah is well represented. Among the Savannahians at the college we may mention Mr. William E. Anderson, who has proved himself to be a student of no mean ability. This year he has been elected business manager of the Athenian and manager of the baseball team. In both of these capacities he is proving himself efficient. Mr. Ira De Reid, the son of Dr. A. A. Reid, has recently won a scripture reading prize of thirty dollars, and was chosen a member of the college debating team. Mr. Charles A. Davis is one of the best football players the college has produced. He was one of the central figures in the Fisk-Morehouse game on Thanksgiving day. Mr. John Q. Adams, a member of the senior college class, is president of the college debating society and associate editor of the college paper. Mr. Adams has recently been chosen for the fourth consecutive time a member of the college debating team. He will represent the school against Talladega College at Talladega this spring. ST. PAUL CHURCH St Paul Church, Rev. E. W. White, pastor. Sunday school at 10:15 a.m. T. H. Hamilton, superintendent; preaching at 11:30 and 8 o'clock; class meeting Tuesday nights from 8:30 to 10; Sunday school workers' meeting Wednesday nights, choir practice Friday nights, G. C. Cross, chorister; pastor's residence 505 Maple street, telephone 1752-J. You are welcome to our services. NEWS FROM WASHINGTON D.C. (Continued from page 1) "Historical Night" will be celebrated at the First Congregational Church. On March 3, the alumni will be given the day, which will take the form of a reunion of departments in the afternoon, luncheon at noon as the guest of the University, and in the afternoon a grand rally. At night, a reception will close the celebration. It is further planned that the alumni will complete its $10,000 Alumni Gymnasium Fund, started in 1908, to which they have in hand $2,000 in cash and more than $6,000 pledged. The plan which is now being circulated individually among the alumni is to have each alumnus contribute on or before March 2, in time to be announced at the public celebration in Washington, one dollar for each year he or she may have been out of the university, up to ten years, and after that, one dollar for each five years or multiple thereof. The dailies of the city carried in their general "Society" column excellent reports of the wedding of Miss Glarice A. Jones and Mr. James W. Michaels. --- The True Reformers' hall, built about fifteen years ago at a cost of $70,000 has been bought by the Knights of Pythias for $41,000 and immediate possession is to be given. The structure is to be known henceforth as the Pythian Temple. Extensiye improvements are to be made. The hall and stage are to be thoroughly modernized and will be a new rallying point for concerts and local theatrical entertainments, adequate facilities for which have been lacking in the past. Mme. E. Azalia Hackley is in New York, pushing her "Folk-Song Festival," which is to be given February 0, at Carnegie Hall, under the auspices of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. She has been quite ill with an ear trouble necessitating confinement and treatment for a fortnight. Mme Hackley is questionably the foremost instructor of her day in the artistic rendition of the "folk-song" and her festivals given in every section of the country are high testimonials of her marvelous talents in this direction. Mme. Hackley is to direct a "Folk-Song Festival" in Washington in the near future, under the general direction of Miss Mari A. D. Madre. ```markdown ``` Rev. Walter H. Brooks, pastor of the 19th Street Baptist Church and Mr. L. H. Hershaw, of the General Land Office were the principals Tuesday evening in a joint debate before firmative and Mr. Hershaw argued for the negative. --- Mrs. Annie W. Woocen, who came here from Louisville, Ky., several years ago and has been in business during much of that time, dled last Saturday, after a lengthy illness. Many friends viewed the remains at the home of her son, Mr. Henry C. Wooden, Jr., The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at the Berean Baptist church, Rev. D. F. Rivers, officiating. Besides a son, Mrs. Weeden is survived by a brother, John p. Starks, and two sisters, Mallinda and Matilda Starks. * * * An attempt is being made by parties in Hillsdale to prevent the two colored pleasure parks, the Eureka and Green Willow, from being liscened for next summer's engagements. The Hillsdale Citizens' Association is taking steps to safeguard the interest of the managers of the park in question. They are practically the only pleasure parks available to the colored people of the District. ★ ★ ★ Mr. Archer Johnson, of Salem, N. J. was a recent guest of friends in the city. An enjoyable card party and dance was given in his honor Monday evening at the home of Mrs. Fannie Waters. --- Mr. Green Henderson, for many years an attache of the Treasury Department, was stricken with paralysis at the building last Thursday and died shortly afterwards. Funeral services were held Sunday at Ward's Chapel, and the remains were taken to his home at Morgantown, N. C., for interment. The exercises were directed by the Ionic Lodge, No. 1028, G. U. of O. F. of which the deceased, was a member. A handsome tribute was tendered by the department by for the beefit of the little ones left by Mr. Henderson, Miss Carrie Walker leading in the movement. --- The Women's Auxiliary of the Booker T. Washington Memorial Committee announces an entertainment at the headquarters, the Columbia Academy, Tuesday evening, February 6. --- Nothing new has developed in the matter of the mysterious Booker T. Washington Monument Association, except that solicitors of funds are to be allowed forty percent, of their collections for their valued services in this direction. No solicitors have appeared on the horizon at this writing and no sponsors for the "association" are in sight. --- A sensation in the school fight is said to be incubating. 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Among the many interesting features of the celebration is the presence of Mrs. Matilda Dunbar, the mother of the poet, who came all the way from her home in Dayton, O., to witness the exercises of the week. Prof. Richard T. Greener, the first colored graduate of Harvard University, and a former principal of the colored high school of this city, is also a distinguished visitor. Mrs. Alice Dunbar Nelson, former wife of the poet, is one of the speakers of the week; likewise Prof. William Pickens, principal of Morgan College, Baltimore. The magnificent Dunbar high school is the outgrowth of forty-six years of secondary work among the colored people of the District. The first high school effort was started in 1870 in the basement of the 15th Street Presbyterian church, with Miss Emma J. Hutchins (white, of Haverhill, Mass., as principal. At the outset the school had one teacher and fifteen pupils. Dunbar high school now has an enrollment of 1,149 pupils and the faculty embraces forty-eight teachers in the various departments. The graduating class last June numbered 112 pupils. The new building rated as the "last word" in school architecture, is one block long and has the appearance of a feudal castle. It has an immense auditorium, scores of class rooms, pipe organ and every educational accessory that modern methods of instruction call for. The school is a credit to the race and is an addition to the uplifting influences of the nation's capitol of which every citizen is justly proud. Garnet C. Wilkinson is principal of the school. The famous Mu-So-Lit Club, embracing an even 100 men, representing the musical, social and literary wings of the professional business life of the nation's capitol, held its annual meeting last Friday night and elected the following officers for the ensuing year: President, Walter J. Singleton; first vice president, L. M. Hershaw; second vice president, R. W. Thompson; recording secretary, Charles P. Ford; financial secretary, James C. Burlls; corresponding secretary, F. Morris Murray; treasurer, A. N. Scurlock. Addresses were delivered during the evening by Whitfield McKinley, former collector of port of Georgetown; and by Garnet C. Wilkinson, principal of the Dunbar high school. Musical selections were rendered by Bush Hunter, Howard University's favorite tenor, accompanied by Clinton Wooding and Lyawood J. Koger, of Howard University, recited an original dialect lecture, entitled "The Goneness of the Past." At the February meeting the 100th anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglass will be duly observed. The Women wage-earners of the district are setting an example for their sisters in the states. Last Sunday afternoon, at the suggestion of the labor forces of the community and to enhance their chances for advancement in the economic world, a number of business women met at the Columbia academy and formed a permanent organization called the "Women's Wage-Earners Association of the District of Columbia". Miss Jeannette Carter, pension attorney, presided. Officers were elected as follows: President. Miss Jeannette Carter; secretary, Dr. Julia P. H. Coleman; and treasurer, Mrs. Mary Church Terrell. Judge R. H. Terrell, T. Thomas Fortune and Wellington A. Adams assisted. The new organization will be affiliated with the American Federation of Labor and will meet again Sunday afternoon at the same place. The alumni of Howard University throughout the country is awakening to the meaning of the celebration of the fifth anniversary of that great institution at Washington, March 1, 2, and 3, 1917, as being of great moment in its meaning to them, as well as to their alma mater. The plan already in operation contemplates the revival of local associations and the organization of others where three or more of Howard graduates reside. The meeting of March 1st will be at Convention hall and will assume a general public character. On March 2, (Continued on Page Seven) FOR RENT—Two lovely apartments on Burroughs and Grape Vine avenue; five rooms and bath each; hot water; electric lights; nice porches. Rental reasonable. Apply at Chatham Real Estate & Improvement Co., 10 E. Bay Street. Deaths A gloom was thrown over the many friends of Mr. Robert L. Jones when the news of his death, which occurred in Neward, N. J., on last Wednesday was chronicled through the city on Thursday. He had been in Newark for about four months and while there met with an accident which placed him in the hospital for some time. From all accounts he had improved much and was on the verge of leaving the hospital when his death occurred. The deceased was well known here and had a host of friends. For a number of years he was exalted ruler of Weldon Lodge of Elks and is prominently connected with several other organizations. The remains are expected to arrive today and will be taken to his home 518 East Anderson street. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 o'clock from St. Philip A. M. L. church, Charles and West Broad streets. The deceased is survived by a wife, Mrs. Lizzie Jones and other relatives. John D. Campbell Mr. John D. Campbell of this city died in Newark, N. J., on last Monday. The remains reached here on Thursday morning and were taken to the Royal Johnson undertaking establishment. Mr. Campbell was at one time a letter carrier of this city but severed his connection with the department several years ago. He went to Newark about nine months ago and secured employment in a munition factory. The body will be taken to the home of Mrs. Georgia Dasher today and the funeral will take place from St. Stephen's Episcopal church tomorrow afternoon at 3 o'clock. The deceased is survived by three daughters. Mrs. Katie Smalls, Mrs. Anna Wright, Miss Hettie Campbell and two sons, John D. Jr., and George N. Campbell. Mary C. Mme. Estelle, whose likeness is there shown, is one of New York City's successful hair culturists and beautifiers. She is a former Savannahian and has been in the city for two weeks in the interest of her business. During her stay she has been giving instructions through the "Nu-Life" system of hair culture and growing, and so over run has she been with patrons, that it was necessary for her to conduct double sessions. Those who have taken special courses in her work are: Mrs. V. B. Roberts, 600 West 32d street; Mrs. Annie E. Cooper, 756 Jackson, street and Mrs. Addie Brooks, 2108 Montgomery street. 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Bryan rendered solos. Short remarks were made by a representative of the Savannah Home Association and several beautiful selections were rendered by the Y. D. G. quartette and the Southern Chime quartette. The program was concluded with the installation of officers, which was ably conducted by Mr. Joseph J. Brown, president of the G. E. Club. Following are the officers: W. J. Barnard, president; A. J. Smith, vice president; Paul R. Black, financial secretary; George Baker, recording secretary; Chas. W. Jenkins, treasurer; Henry Spencer, advocate; A. W. Wiggins, sergeant at arms. PARENT—TEACHERS' MEETING An enthusiastic and profitable gathering of parents, teachers and friends of the Maple Street school was held Wednesday afternoon at the school At the appointed time, and until open, ing, a large crowd of happy parents filed into the principal's room and were comfortably provided for. The principal spoke briefly of the erstwhile parent-teachers' meetings held years ago in the colored schools and the great good accomplished. He stressed the fact that the highest and best training of children was necessary under one parent-teacher, and that they should work together in the education and training of the child. He urged parents to provide some quiet and suitable place for them to study at home; to keep their children off the streets, especially at night; to teach them to be polite at all times, and to wash and be clean physically, intellectually and morally. After some of the parents had made brief talks, expressing their appreciation and benefit derived from the meeting, helpful talks were made by Mrs. R. Willis Heard, Mrs H. M. Johnson and Mrs. Stoddard, who represented and urge the organization of Junior Civic Leagues in the schools. 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