Savannah Tribune

The Savannah Tribune. LIBERTY BOND CAMPAIGN BEGINS TODAY VOLUME XXXIII 124 Negroes Go To Camp Gordon LEFT MONDAY MORNING AFTER A ROUSING GOODBYE Most Physically Fit Looking Set of Men Yet to Leave Here A special train of four coaches conveying one hundred and twenty-feur Negro draftees from this city and county left here Monday morning for Camp Gordan, Atlanta. It was the most physically fit looking bunch of men yet to leave the city and one that will doubtless take good care of itself in the mighty clash with the Huns should it be sent to the European war theater. The scenes amidst which the men left were very inspiring. About fifteen hundred relatives and friends were on hand to bid the boys goodbye, and as the train pulled out of the station they gave a roaring farewell cheer which could be heard blocks away. The men were in a most jubilant spirit and without exception they went forth with not only an air of willingness but one of desire to get into the great conflict which is being waged by America and her Allies to "make the world safe for democracy". As the train pulled out of the station, the sixty-six draftees from the county could restrain themselves no longer and they pealed forth loud and strong in "Over There," the city contingent, 58 stong, jolning in the mighty refrain. The men who composed the party were: County Board—Milton Grant, Sam Mongin, James Green, Louis Green, Ben Drake, Davis Small, Chas. Parlin, John Chisholm, Dan Hamilton, Gilbert DeLoach, Mose Bacon, Prince Boney, Mack Patterson, Henry Elkins, Eugene Tatnall, Ed. D. Price, Wallie Johnson, Edward Anderson, Logan Gill, James Dillward, Lawrence iFelds, Andrew Wiggins, Harrison Batisse, John H. Mitchell, Nelson Simmons, Richard S. Williams, Fred Woodward, Henry Pinckney, Chance Ferguson, Hezekiah Davis, James Simmons, James Richards, Edward Wright, Robt. Williams, Joe Kelly, West Dixon, Jim Boulden, Jack Brown, Gilbert Johnson, Sandy Walker, Julius Shaw, Willie Williams, Harold Beesh, Jerry Fraiser, Linman Hallis, Ben H. Stewart, Joe Anderson, Daniel Cooley, Richard Smalls, Isaac Hilmes, Loundan Campbell, Lassie Chorus, Lew Anderson, George T. Edwards, Elisha Hearse, Joseph Washington, Eson Owens, Joe Love, Tom Laundry, Toney Mack, Robbin Steele Isaac Carter, Harvey Gifford, Sam Simmons. East Side—Sidney B. Bonner, in charge, Tracy Allen, Richard Hudley, Joseph Ashley, Andrew Washington, Harry Bell, Martin Ferguson, Leighton B. Hightower, Charlie Gillison, Jas. Bennett, Toney Jones, Isaac Sempter, John Richardson, Walley Green, Wallace Smalls, York Johnson Brown, Jas H. Grant, Arthur Butler, Vance T. Allison, Merry Harrison Taylor, John Chisolm, William Frazler, Seaborn Chisholm, Julus Willis Roberts, Lonnie Foster. West Side—William Grant, Jos. Kailoom Gaynor, Marion E. Brockington, William Riley, Albert Thomas, Clarence Powell, Herschel Gordon Bacon, Dugene Weathers, Charlie Gibson, Richard Brown, Michael Fields, Ben Denkins, Leon P. Johnson, Ardman Graham, Frank Rt. Tate, Isalah Potter, Julius Taylor, Frank Scott, Mack Darks, John Wesley Palmer, John Scott, Thos. Heyward, Ben Dash, John Thomas, Barksdale, Carl S. Oliver, Chas. Clarence Wright, Andrew Goette, Henry Adam, Inclus Simmons, Julius Alexander, Arthur Fields, Chas. O'Bryant, Sam Boles. It will be pleasing to the readers of The Tribune in this city, to learn that Mrs. Eleanor R. Wembridge, director of Auxiliaries of the Red Cross, Brooklyn, N. Y., is the sister of Prof. L. M. Rowland, principal of Beach Institute. The very strong letter published in The Tribune last week, protesting against the use of the Black Cross in advertising matter used by white Red Cross workers in certain Southern cities, in their appeal to colored citizens for funds, was read with a great deal of interest and was heartily approved. Prof. Rowland has another sister located in Cleveland, O., who is also engaged in patriotic work. A card was received this week by Rev. J. Henry Brown, priest of St. Augustine's Episcopal church, from Prof. John C. Wright, who is secretary at the Y. M. C. A headquarters in France. Prof. Wright who was formerly dean of the academic department of the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical College, Tallahassee, is an old friend of Rev. Brown. Prof. Wright has been in Paris during two recent air raids by the Germans. NEGRO SELECT MEN TO GORDON Americus, Ga., April 4.—Eighty-six Negroes, fifty of whom were farm hands, left Americus yesterday for Camp Gordon, where they will be inducted into the national army. This party of selectmen, together with nine whites who departed earlier in the week, completes Sumter's quota under the first draft, no distinction between the agricultural workers and other selectmen was made, but in future, it is announced, those engaged exclusively in agriculture will be placed at the bottom of their respective classes, and others taken in filling the first complements of selectmen. SOLDIERS LEAVE BRUNSWICK Brunswick, Ga., April 4.—Fully a thousand colored people of Brunswick were down at the union depot this morning when the Southern train departed for Atlanta. They were there to say farewell to the fifty-five colored recruits who left for Camp Gordon. Last night the colored select men were given a big send off by both the white and colored people of the city. A parade was formed in the colored section of the city and moved to the downtown district, ending at the city hall, where the exercises were held. Short addresses were delivered by several well known citizens, who wished the colored selects success. NEGRO SELECT MEN DEPART Quitman, April 3.—When the Negro select men left for Camp Gordon this morning and marched through the streets from the court house to the train with their friends to the number of about 600, all of them singing, their was a thrill in the scene which nothing here in connection with the war has exceeded. Eighty-eight men left, and Negroes from all parts of the country were on hand to see them off. Few people seemed aware of their intention to march singing, and the people on the streets were stirred deeply as they passed. ANNOUNCEMENT Mrs. Mary Eugenia Grant of 2404 Harden street wishes to announce the marriage of her daughter Eugenia to Mr. Joseph M. Gaynor, which took place at 7 o'clock on Sunday March 31. The ceremony was conducted by Rev. Daniel Wright. Mrs. Ethel M. Middleton of Newark, N. J., was in the city this week en route to Atlanta where she will visit her brother. THE WESTERN WESTERN WESTERN Sergt. Wm. B. Brown of Pineland, S. G., who is stationed at Camp Jackson, Columbia, S. C. Before going into the army he was a student at the Ga. State College. SAVANNAH, GEORGIA, SATURDAY APRIL 6, 1918 National Association For The Advancement Of Colored People In Membership Drive EVERY NEGRO WHO HAS RACE PRIDE AND WISHES JUSTICE SHOULD JOIN ORGANIZATION Wants 50,000 Members by April 27th Has Done More Than Any Other Organization to Secure Protection and Justice for the Negro [Image of a man in a suit, sitting with his hands resting on his knees.] HON. MOORFIELD STOREY, Boston, Mass, Nat'l. President N. A. A. C. P. New Your, April 1—Ninety branches of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, scattered throughout the country in all the principal cities are to join from April 17 to 27 in nation-wide "Moorefield Storey Drive" for 50,000 members. This membership drive has been taken by these branches as a testimonial to Moorfield Storey of Boston, the Association's president, in recognition of his service to the colored people of the nation in the Louisville Segregation Case. In that case compulsory residential segregation of colored people was declared unconstitutional by unanimous decision of the Supreme Court of the United States, handed down last November. The colored people and their friends declare the anti-segregation victory to be the greatest legal landmark affecting the Negro since the Fifteenth Amendment was enacted. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was founded on Lincoln's birthday 1909, and has its headquarters in New York. From its New York office an appeal for public support in its membership campaign is made in the following statement issued today. "The National Association for the advancement of Colored People appeals to all fair-minded citizens, white and colored, to join with it in the effort to secure simple justice under the law for our colored citizens. They represent over one-tenth of our American citizenship. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is making a nation-wide appeal for membership not on any narrow grounds of race or class privilege, but on the broad ground of justice, of equal protection of all citizens under the law without distinction of race or HABERSHAM-JACKSON Mr. Edgar L. Habersham and Miss Mae Cecil Jackson were married Tuesday night at St. Stephen's Episcopal church. The wedding was attended by members of the families of the contracting parties, the Rev. J. L. Taylor performing the ceremony. A reception was held after the ceremony at the home of the bride's brother, Mr. Joseph L. Jackson, 545 Park Avenue, east, at which the many beautiful presents received were displayed. The groom, who is one of the younger members of the mail carriers force of the city, is the younger son of Mr. and Mrs. Jno. W. Habersham and the bride is the daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Albert Jackson. They are living at 520 Park Avenue, east. creed or class. The maintenance of these just principles is of equal interest to all classes of citizens and an essential element of national strength. We therefore feel justified in asking all classes of citizens to join our Association for its common principle of justice and civil liberty. The Association admits members upon payment of any amount from one dollar per year upward. "The Association feels that the American people have a right to be proud of the one hundred thousand colored soldiers now serving in the regular army and the national army. As a result of an active campaign on the part of this Association an officers' training camp for colored men was inaugurated at Des Mohes, In., as a consequence of which nearly seven hundred Negro officers were commissioned. "The Association through an anti- lynching fund contributed by believers in law and order, investigates as many cases as possible of lynching and mob violence, gives publicity to the facts regarding them, and endeavors to arouse public opinion against the mob spirit. Annually, through the gift of the chairman of the Board of Directors of the Association, the Spingarn Medal is awarded for the highest or noblest achievement by a Negro American during the preceding year." The membership drive in Savannah is now being planned by the officers of the association. A big mass meeting will be held Wednesday night, April 10th, at which time the Rev. T. J. Goodall will lecture from the subject, "How the Negro May Vote," and Dr. W. G. Alexander will lecture on "How Jim-Crowism May be Overthrown." The quota of the fifty thousand members is 546 and it is hoped that this city will not fall short of this number. WRIGHTSVILLE, GA., NEWS Rev. J. H. Howard of Macon filled the pulpit at the Baptist church here Sunday in Rev. F. H. Howard's place. There was a great success in the Easter exercises at the Methodist church Sunday and Monday nights. Messrs, John Hicks, W. M. Reese and others were visitors to Dublin Monday night to a banquet. Rev. J. H. Jones and J. E. Jordan and Clinton Logue were in Dublin Monday afternoon on business. Forty-five boys left Monday for Camp Gordon. They left here with great joy and happiness on their faces. Mr. Frank Harris and wife are now in Birmingham, Ala., visiting relatives for a few days. PLAY AND DANCE FOR THE BOYS AT CAMP GORDON Much interest is being manifested in the playlet and dance to be given at the New Catholic hall next Tuesday night, April 9th. It is understood the proceeds, from the affair will be used for little necessities or comforts for "Our Boys" at Camp Gordon. In addition to the play, several musical numbers will be rendered. From all indications, a large crowd is expected. Below is the cast of characters; and program: "An Open Secret" Madge Apthorpe, a college girl, Miss Irma Curley. Jean, her confidante, Miss Lucile Spencer. Grace, her sister, aged 10, Miss Hilda Edwards. Edith, her class mate, Miss Mae Stewart. Ellinor, another class mate, Miss Lucile Tucker. Carrie, another class mate, Miss Frances Habersham. May, another class mate, Mrs. Lorene Jefferson. Kate, another class mate, Miss Amanda Jones. Agatha Meade, a girl not in the secret, Miss Amanda Curley. Scene, a student's room in the Radcliffe dormitory. Between the acts will be a patriotic solo by Miss Alma Tyson; a selection by the Metronome orchestra and a solo by Miss, Amanda Jones. Citizens of First Congressional Dis trict to be United The State Executive Committee for War Savings Stamps has appointed the following executive committee for the First Congressional District of Georgia: Sol. C. Johnson, chairman; Rev. E. W. White, Rev. R. V Branch, A. B. Singfield, E. W. Sherman, E. A. Williams and W. S. Roundfield. This committee met on Wednesday last and perfected organization by selecting Mr. W. S. Roundfield as secretary. The committee recommended as an executive committee for Chatham county, Lawyer J. G. Lemon, as chairman; Rev. Daniel Wright, Rev. W. G. Alexander, Rev. W. L. Cash, L. F. Williams, Ed. H. Burke and W. H. Blair. These selections have been appointed by the State organization The organization of the other counties of the state was submitted to a sub-committee who will meet next Tuesday to make selections. The Chatham county organization will go immediately to work to organize and wage a vigorous campaign for the sale of War Savings Stamps. Mrs. Jennie Hicks of New York is in the city for a few days. She is en route home from Florida. JOHN H. HARRIS First Lieut. P. M. Thompson, who is stationed at Camp Dodge, Iowa. He is well know here where he was born. Lieut. Thompson is with a machine gun company. NUMBER 31 Community Sing Sunday April 28th Community Sing Sunday April 28th COMMUNITY CHORUS AND JUNIOR CHORUS TO BE FEATURES Choirs of All the City churches to Take Part—Rev. Goodall to Deliver Address On Sunday, April 28th, the colored people will, no doubt, fill the City Auditorium to over flowing, the occasion being the first community sing held by them at this building. The Community and Junior choruses, directed by Prof. R. W. Gadsden and Miss Alice Ellis, repectively, will furnish the special anthems. The vast crowd will join with the assembled choirs of the city in singing the national airs and congregational hymns. Rev. T. J. Goodall, D. D., pastor of the First African Baptist Church, and one of the most eloquent men of the race in this section, will deliver a patriotic address. It is hoped to assemble the choirs of the city in seats on the first floor of the Auditirium so as to make their singing the more effective. Admission to the Auditorium so as to make their sing ver offering will be taken for establishing a service bureau for the benefit of Negro draftees and their dependents and for the Piano fund of the two choruses. The affair will be under the auspices of the Urban League. SACKVILLE CANNING The regular monthly meeting of the Sackville Canning Club was held at the home of Mrs. Maggle Royal Monday, April 1., Prof. and Mrs. J. W. Hubert were present at the meeting, both rendered interesting remarks to the members. Mrs. Hubert's talk on "Beautifying the home" was very interesting. It was decided in the meeting to start a backyard movement, not only in planting but getting rid of those things around the yards that might create disease. Those present were tendered a surprise at the close of the meeting. Mrs. Royal served conservation ice cream and peanut wafers. COMMUNITY CHORUS BEHEARSAL The Community Chorus will hold its rehearsal for the Community Song Festival to be held at the City Auditorium Sunday, April 28th, at the Urban League headquarters on Wednesday night, April 10th, at 8:30 o'clock. Members will come promptly so as to get away early, and interfere little with other engagements of the evening. R. W. Gadsden, director. ROYAL WELCOME EXTENDED ST. AUGUSTINE'S RECTOR Reception Tendered Rev and Mrs. Brown by Loyal Members At, St. Augustine's Parish hall on Wednesday last, was gathered a large number of the communicants and friends of St. Augustine's church. The occasion was a reception tendered Rev. and Mrs. J. Henry Brown, by the members of the church. Rev. Brown has been in the city less than two months, coming here from Tallahassee, Fla. He took hold of the church work with a vim and succeeded in interesting all of the members who are earnestly at work to revive St. Augustine and make it a positive force for good in the community. Since Father Brown's coming the church attendance has increased wonderfully, having had nearly 1,500 communicants during the lenten season. Besides raising about $40.00 for ornaments for the church at the Easter season more than $130.00 were raised for renovation of the edifice and about $150.00 as Easter offerings. In behalf of the church Mr. R. H. Blyler extended a hearty welcome to the new rector and in behalf of the citizens a representative of The Tibune spoke. Short talks were made by Dr. C. E. Brent, and Messrs A. Landry and J. W. Brown. The response by Father Brown was whole-hearted and made in a happy vein, and was well received by his hearers. After this part of the program the members and friends repaired to the lower floor where refreshments were served in abundance. St. Augustine has the best plant of any church in the city and under the leadership of its new rector and loyalty of the members, is destined to do much for the good of the community. PAGE TWO SPRING TELLS KER FASHION SECRETS The Popularity of Separate Waists and Skirts Increases THE VOGUE OF THE PLEAT New York—The other night I went to a glorified Fashion Show, given in the ballroom of one of the big hotels. It was under the auspices of a war charity, and so the interest was twofold. Nerv have I seen a more wonderful collection of clothes, and never was there more simplicity or good taste Marvelous material and colors, with just the proper amount of trimming, not too much and not too little. There were slim afternoon frocks, formal and semi-formal evening gowns big coats, coat suits and summer suits, and after each one was shown, there was a general whisper, "Oh, how lovely. O. MCCALL A Georgette Blouse and Corded Silk Skirt Long, straight lines, emphasizing the slim silhouette, graceful folds and drapery, skirts rather narrow around the lower edge and, mayhaps, a trifle longer than we have been seeing; all went to make up the sum total of youth, simplicity—and springtime. Indeed, so simple were these fascinating models that one felt they could be made at home if one were very careful! Tunics, long and short, straight around the lower edge or shaped, some very short on one hip and reaching the hem on the other. Satins, charmeuse, Georgette crepe, taffeta; all the lovely silken fabrics that are taking the place of wool in the wardrobe of the patriotic woman. The Acme of Simplicity Sleeves were short on these simple affairs, and were in a great many instances cut in one with the waist. © McCALL The Poularity of the One-Piece Sometimes, as for instance, in a quaint little dress of greenish-blue taffeta, the sleeves was of Georgette crepe attached to the long drop shoulder. Cuffs were extremely interesting, and collars too. Indeed, the collars went from one extreme to the other, they were either very large or very narrow. The round neck with a collar about two inches wide was favored on the Eton dresses and suits. Belts, too, were either very very wide of a mere girdle of beads tied loosely twice around after the fashion of the chatelaines of old-time castles. The waistline, of course, was very low in these frocks. I wonder if there will ever be a time when there is not a place for the separate waist and skirt They fill gaps between frocks, otherwise left painful to be quite a vogue for the dainty little vacant. This year, too, there seems waist to wear with the tub or satin skirt. Of flesh-colored Georgette crepe was the one illustrated here, and the skirt was made of that heavy ribbed silk so much like the old-fashioned bengalin. Could anything be more sim- ple? And there is the new silk sweater, made on huge needles, to wear with this costume; so large are the needles that the work rarely files in clever fingers, and one has a sweater before one knows it! They are light and airy for summer, and can be made insuch bewitching colors. The Place of the Pleat The pleat seems to have come in to stay; we find it on every variety of dress, from the simple house dress to the elaborate evening gown. On collars and cuffs, on the edges of wide tucks in sheer organdle skirts, finish- Dress Increases ing off the bell-shaped sleeves and V neck of the separate waist, the pleated ruffle is taking the place of other materials. Made of the same or a contrasting material, it is fascinatingly dalty. Pleated tunics are very good form, as are pleated dresses, one-piece affairs that are such. close adherents of the straight silhouette. One-piece dresses are still great favorites. They are so generally becoming, and then, too, in this day of patriotic conservation of all materials, they require so little goods. The one illustrated here buttons down the front, and has only a "part-way" belt, one of the new fashion features. Her knitting bag and tam are braided to make up for the absence of trimming on her dress! A dress of this type could be worn for morning or afternoon and is appropriate for cotton as well as woolen materials. The deep pockets may be omitted and a leather belt can be worn if preferred. LESSONS FROM TH EWAR "Over 58 per cent are white persons and of these 1,500,000 are native born whites." Simple statement, eh Reader? Old Aunt Susie Gumbo who has the crook of the spine could read that without her 'speets.' Still it took a great world war to bring that fact home to the American people. Come to think of it, is it not strange how some people refuse to see a simple fact? Why a blind man ought to be able to see that a fellow who was born in a stable is not a horse; nor is a guy who was born in an over a biscuit. Now comes Secretary of the Interior Lane, and in a letter to the President and to Senator Hoke Smith and Representative W. J. Sears, chairman of the Senate and House Committees on Education he says: "The was has brought facts to our attention that are almost unbelievable. There were in the United States in 1910, 5,516,163 persons over 10 years of age who were unable to read or write in any language. Over 58 per cent are white persons, and of these 1,500,00 are native born whites. There are now nearly 700,000 men of draft age in the United States who can not read or write. They can not sign their names, they cannot read their orders posted daily on bulletin boards in camp. They cannot read their manual of arms. They cannot read their letters or write home. If the productive labor value of an illiterate is less by only 50 cents a day than that of an educated man or woman the country is losing $25,000,000 a year through illiteracy. An illiterate man cannot make a good soldier in modern warfare. What I have said here leads to a respectful request that you give early consideration to House Bill 6190, which provides for a modest appropriation for the Bureau of Education to begin and conduct a vigorous and systematic campaign for the eradication of adult illiteracy." I fail to see where these facts are "almost unbelievable" as Secretary Lane says. Any one who has lived in the South could give first-hand evidence of the sad state of affairs in educational matters. Education does not waylay a man nor does it creep upon him and attack him while he is not looking. He also stated that the percentage of illiteracy varies from 1.7 per cent in Iowa to 29 per cent in Louisiana. Why the great difference? The answer is as simple as falling off a log. Iowa puts up the money for teachers and schools, while Louisiana does not. Here's hoping the following: 1. That House Bill 6490 pass, so that our colored illiterate soldiers will enjoy an instruction which was denied them by their state. 2. That the South take steps at once to gain an equal place in education with the other sections of the country. 3. That the educated East, wealthy Central, and free West realize that the progress of the entire nation will continue to be inpeded as long as illiteracy exists in such large proportions in the South. WHERE ARE WE HEADED? I have just received a little booklet from John D. Rockefellow, Jr., entitled "The Christian Church, What of its Future." Mr. Rockefellow is a Baptist, and his father has always been regarded as a very strong Baptist. But in this little treatise Mr. Rockefellow announces a change from Baptist doctrine and faith. While he is a member THE SAVANNAH PRINCIPLE of a Baptist church he denounces the faith, and rejects the ordinance as non-essentials and reads himself out of the Baptist church. He affirms, however, that Christianity has not failed, though the church may have. He comes out for a universal church called "The Church for the Living God," Its terms of admission, he says, would be love for God as He is revealed in Christ and His living spirit". He says further, "It would pronounce ordinance, ritual creed, all non-essential for admission into the Kingdom of God and His church." He says further, "It would be the church of all the people, of every one who is fighting sin," and further, this new church will select "its leaders among the laity." many other strang things are affirmed by this little treatise, which, if put into practice would destroy all denominationalism. The are a number of strong Christian men from other denominations, especially those engaged in Y. M. C. A. work and camp work who take the same position as does Mr. Rockefellow on this question. They all agree and maintain that this war is going to revolutionize religion and make a change in our churches a ecessity. Now this is a fundamental question, and vitally affects Christianity. Any change in the people's religion, however, necessary, so vitally concerns their future welfare till it sets up a momentous question. These theorists and propagandists for the most part are moralists, that is, they are good men and honest, but like all others before them, their ideals will never be reached, because they are in conflict with history and with God. Thre are only two ways in the light of the past, that we could have a Universal Church, and that is we would have to have one meeting place and all of the people would have to resort to that place for worship; or we would have to have no meeting place and spiritual leadership which in effect would amount on no religion. We agree with these men that the Church of God is imperfect. It always has been so, it will be so as long as imperfect men constitute its membership. God never made a perfect church. He never made but one perfect man. That man lost his perfection and passed his defects down to his posterity. It is unwise to look for any perfect organization among men. The principles and truth of God upon which the church is founded are perfect, and our faith in them and practice of them are perfecting us. They are character builders and life givers. As individuals and nations we are growing more and more like Christ. It is not strange that some good men grow impatient at the slow process of Christian development. It takes a long time to renovate a world. But suppose we were to heed the advice of these men and attempt to set aside the denominational lines? Would not that in itself bring about a division of opinion? Practically all of the denominations now extant were brought about by protest of and revolt from, some former religious society. Mr. Rockefellow's method is a show way of giving to the world another denomination which would shortly fall into some rut. The way to renovate any organization is from within, those on the outside cannot do it. I believe in the Bible, its teachings and ideals. I believe in the church as it now is. I but not now which brought to slitygrow-ylloa believe we can improve her usefulness, but not her organic essential qualities. I believe Christ's ordinances are essential proof of continuing that membership. D. D. Crawford, Corr. Sec'y JACKSONVILLE, FLA. NEWS Mrs. Fostena Chicana left on last Monday for Savannah, Ga., her old home, visiting relatives. Mrs. Bell Johnson of Savannah, spent one week with her husband, Mr. Ed. Johnson, 910 Oakley street. Mrs. Grace Sutton died on last Saturday evening. She was a faithful member of Tabernacle Baptist church. The funeral was held on Tuesday. The body was shipped to Columbia, S. C., accompanied by her husband, Mr. James Sutton, her mother, and other relatives. There were about 500 of Jacksonville young men to leave on Saturday night for training camp at Ayers, Mass. There were about 2,000 from all over the state, two section of trains carried them. Mr. R. F. Crittenden an old Savannah boy is now agent for The Tribune and when you want to read about home just see Mr. Crittenden at 910 Oakley street. Mt. Zion A. M. E. church, Dr. R. A. Grant pastor, made a splendid showing on Easter Sunday. The Right Rev. Jno. Hurst, Bishop if Florida, was present all day. The choir rendered choice music. The night service was turned into a platform meeting. Mr. H. D. Canty was master of ceremonies. There was a large attendance and the SATURDAY APRIL 6. 1918 address by the bishop and Dr. Greggs, president of E. W. College, also Mrs. Hurst were excellent. Mr. Chas H. Anderson rendered valuable service in the choir. The collection for the day was $125.00. BEACH-INSTITUTE NEWS Wednesday, the debating club for Grades XI and XII held a meeting with James Hardwick, senior, as chairman, and Marietta Johnson, junior, as secretary. Resolved: That novel reading is a waste of time. Affirmative, James Hardwick, senior; Enobia Smalls, junior; negative, Blanche Dicks, junior; Marietta Johnson, junior. The negative won the debate. Grade IX has organized a class debating society, with Louis Green as chairman and Eugenia Mills as secretary. Monday Grade IX had a debate, Resolved: That the country boy and girl have greater advantages than the city boy and girl. Affirmative, Velma Horne, Iris Newkirk; Negative Hazel Sampson, Joseph Hazel. The negative side won. Grade X has also organized a class debating society with Charles Rogers as chairman and Albert Patterson as secretary. Monday they debated the same question as that taken by grade IX Affirmative, Lillian Jackson Grace Brinson; negative, Albert Patterson, Bessle Sawyer. The affirmative side won. Rosa Perkins, junior, has returned to school. Blanche Dicks, junior has been ill but is better and has returned to school. Maudie Howard, junior, is assisting Miss McDowell in her work in the Yamacraw Sunday school. Julla Robinson of Grade X, has been ill but is better and has returned to school The senior class in pedagogy has been visiting some of the city schools and making observations for their work with the lower grades. Charles Rogers, the school librarian, is cataloging the books. He is being aided by several of the members of Grade X. Three hundred of these books were given to the school by northern friends of Principal and Mrs. L. M. Rowland. A student of the junior class has brought in a large map of "The Battle Front in France." The history classes at present are taking, up, for supplementary reading: My Home in the Fields of Mercy." "My Home in the Field of Honor" and "A Volunteer Pollu." Beach Institute now begins its session at 8:30 and closes at 2:30. Last week Dr. Cady of New York one of the secretaries of the A. M. A. visited the different grades at Beach He had lunch at the De Sota Hotel with Massachusetts friends who are staying there. BUSINESS LEAGUE BOOSTER No 7 By Albon L. Holsey Tuskegee Inst., Ala.—The war is bringing the people of this country into a closer bond of sympathy and understanding and it is my sincere belief that, when conditions are readjusted ours will be a better and stronger country. Members of the race throughout the country are co-operating with the white people in local Red Cross, Food, Liberty Bond, Fuel and Thrift Stamp Campaigns and through these new relationships, there will come increasing opportunities for demonstrating the race's value as a civic and economic asset. I have been especially proud of the recognition which has come to our newspapers. The various publicity bureaus at Washington are sending out their material to our papers just as to papers published by other people, and it is interesting to note that some of the leading advertising men of the nation are identified with these bureaus at Washington. After the war it is more than likely that these men will not forget the valued co-operation that the Negro newspapers are giving now, and will give careful attention to their merits in making up lists of papers for national advertisers. 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HANK AND PETE NO ONE ELSE COULD STAND IT BY KEN KLING 'LO PETE, WHAT ARE YOU DOIN' OUT SO EARLY ON A SUNDAY MORNING? I HAD TO GET THE AIR, GOLDING IT! SOMEONE TOLD MY WIFE SHE COULD SING - AN' NOW I COTTA SUFFER!! COSH HANG IT - SHE'S STILL AT IT! DON'T THAT WOMAN EVER RUN OUT OF BREATH!! YES, HOW DID YOU LIKE THAT BALLAD I JUST SANG? HUM, WHY ER- I KNOW A FELLER WHO'D GIVE $50 TO HEAR YOU SING THAT SONG! WHO IS HE? HE'S DEAF!! 316 KEN KLING Among The Masons Among The Masons Let our altar-fires burn brightly, so that they may be beacons for all mankind. Let us continue to make Masonry a mighty tower in the moral uplift of our people. A harmonious lodge means a successful lodge. Is your lodge harmonious? For many years we have measured a man's value to the fraternity by his interest to the question: "How can we know the world?" Today, review and higher estimation is being placed upon members of the fraternity, and the inquiry planned is: "What hns he done for Missury and his fellow men?"—Illinois life mission. Freemasonry, the noblest of all institutions, was not formed for a business adrification. It was not intended to shield the guilty; foster or abet crime. But its great mission in the world is to mantle man with manliness, and thus so far as human endeavor can, make him a perfect man in the sign of the true God.—Exchange. Fifty years ago the wearing of Masonic emblems was the exception rather than the rule. In those days men did not make a public display of their Masonry. If a Masonic emblem was worn, it was usually under the laquel of the coat or vest, where it might be found in case of emergency. The tendency today is to make known Masonic affiliation through the medium of emblems, rather than by a proper exhibition of Masonic principles in daily life and practice—Illinois Freemason. of mind. Masonry has been with a system of morality. veiled in a system illustrated by symbols. It is true—far enough, indeed to describe a world encircling fellow- mifying influence. But it is not of the extent of Masonry to ask this afternoon, depth—its service, life of man here, terror and desity are no more in inspire any order active endeavor to the individual man, possible, those a deeper, richer in real reality. Since of Masonry, he us it is, whence it left to reach the where the real battles of with, shouts of of defeat.—Mis- know the Man You Recommend big rumors are becoming a concern in the community. a. you indorse, is thrined down as worthy does it not cost you prestige and is it not a reflection on your good name which should be more valuable than money? Let no member of any lodge attach his name to any petition or document he cannot vouch for.—Exchange. Worthy and Well-Qualified Among the prerequisite qualifications for admission into Masonry there is THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE SATURDAY APRIL 6, 1918 Mrs. R. H. Singleton, pianist; Mrs. L. E. Wright, Mrs. Mattie Downs, Mrs. Mary White, Mrs. Lizzie Haywood, Mrs T. H. King, Mrs. J. L. Flemming, Mrs. Annie Williams, Mrs. Emma Steele, Mrs. Maggie Stephens, Mrs. Lyda Butler, Mrs. Alice Smith, Mrs. Annie Smith, Mrs. A. D. Cary, Miss Charity Collins, Mrs. H. R. Butler, Mrs. J. K. Darden, Mrs. E. W. Lee, Mrs. D. T Howard, Mrs. E. B. Banks, Mrs. Julia Finch, Mrs. H. D. Canady, Mrs. Mattie Lawrence, Mrs. M. M. Ponton. The guests were Mesdames Amanda Richardson, Sarah Beasley, C. C. Carter, Alice Thrower, Alice Hurt, Rosa B. Smith, Misses Maggie Ford, Rinua Glass, Annie Laura Flemming, Birdie Haywood, Louise H. King, Ina Ruth King, Messrs J. S. Simonton, Wm. Wright Hermin R. Keaton, Florence Stewart, Bishop J. S. Flipper, Pres. W. A. Fountain, Drs. H. D. Canady, R. H. Singleton, J. A. Hadley. Dr. L. S. Parks DENTIST 210 BARNARD ST. Savannah, Ga. Specialist in Gold and Bridge Work Does all kinds of high grade dental work of the best quality and workmanship. Gold Crowns and bridge work. White Porcelain Pivot and Gold crowns mounted on the natural roots. Gold Fillings, Cement Fillings and Silver or Amalgam Fillings. From nine to a full set of teeth $8.00 and $10.00. Broken plates mended and teeth added. All Gold Crowns Guaranteed 23% K Gold. BELL PHONE 1241 THE SOUTH ATLANTIC BARBER SHOP Headquarters for barber's supplies and shoe polish. A fine line of cigars pipes and tobacco. Shoes shined and repaired. Dealer in Second-hand Shoes. Clothes cleaned, pressed and repaired Hot and cold, and shower heaths. Also Sells New York Herald, Chicago Defender, The Grif, Boxing Record and the Morning News. H.A. MANZO GENERAL MANAGER Manicuring, Hair Dressing, Electrical Facial Massage, Hair Straightening Poro Treatment a Specialty Combings made to order 456½ Montgomery St. Sayannah, Ga. PHONE: 3618-W CERVUS ALCES Weldon Lodge No. 26, I. B. P. O. R. of W., holds its regular meetings the first and third Tuesday in each month, 8:30 p. m. at Masonic temple, Gwinnett street, West. none more important than that a candidate should be worthy and well qualified. He is so declared to be, by the Stewards at the door of the lodge before he is permitted to enter. In his passage through the several edgrees the question is often asked, "Is he worthy and well qualified?" and it is always answered in the affirmative. When he first stands before the altar of Masonry it is asserted that we receive none knowingly into our ranks who are not moral and upright before God. and of good repute before the world, and this point is emphasized in all the lectures and charges of the work. It would seem almost impossible, with such an examination and safeguards at the entrance to Masonry, that any who are not worthy and well qualified could gain admission. So it would be if the letter and spirit of these were always observed and carried out. If the moral and mental qualifications of a candidate were scrutinized as closely as his physical eyes always are; if the heart and head were subjects to the same test as the hands and feet, there would be less chance for a bad man to cross the threshold of a lodge. Physically it is required that a candiadte must be able to comply literally with all the ceremonies of Masonry, and mentally he should be able to comprehend and comply with the obligations he assumes, and to display in his life the tenets of his profession and to practice the cardinal virtues of Masonry. The weak point in this examination of the fitness of candidates to become Masons, we apprehend, is that it is too often regarded more as a matter of form than real inquiry. Committees on character are too often derelict in their duty. They, perhaps, have a slight acquaintance with the candidate, and as his general reputation in the community is fair, they, without further investigation, take is for granted that he is alright, and report favorably. The lodge is poor and needs the initiation fee, and the work is needed to be an interest by bringing the members out to lodge meetings. A Mason is thus often made hoping that no form will result from his admission. The better judgment of many of the children told them that the lodge would be better off without him. Others have proved fatal to many lodges whose charters now repoose in the archives of the Grand Lodge. When a candidate is said to be worthy and well qualified it shouldn't only mean that there is nothing special against him, but that there is something in his favor which recommends him a swordly to become a Mason.—Masonic Advocate. SARAH ALLEN CIRCLE CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY The Sarah Allen Sewing Circle of Bethel A. M. E. church celebrated its first anniversary February 12, at the person age. 317 Auburn Ave., Atlanta. Co. between the hours of 8 and 10:30. The program was as follows: Remarks, Mrs. Mattie A. Ford. C:le History, Mrs. E. C. Kenton. Remarks, Pres W. A. Fountain, P. H. D. Canady, Bishop J. S. Flipper, Soka Mrs. Annie Williams. The program was very interesting and was enforced by all. The display of work followed the program. Quite a number of dainty articles were on inspection and each article was highly praised by the guests. Anil applause Mrs. R. H. Singleton was crowned with a beautiful crown of the circle colors, pink and white. Refreshments were served, the colors, pink and white being used in a part of the refreshments. The favors were very appropriate for the occasion, and war of the circle's colors. The members are Mrs. M. A. Ford, president; Miss Lucy Williams, vice president; Mrs. E. C. Keaton, secretary; Mrs. M. E. 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Advertising Rates given on application. Entered at the Post Office at Savannah, Georgia as second class Mail. SATURDAY APRIL 6. 1918 Despite the unquestioned loyalty of Negroes to the colors of the nation and their unblemished reputation for courage and devotion in the past critical periods of our national history—one still wonders at the unreserved, almost uncanny, enthusiasm of these groups of Negro draftees now being sent forward to the cantonments. Under ordinary reasoning and psychology, it would not be unusual to find Negro young men stolid, stolcal and indifferent, even if free of fear and courageous in like ordeals under satisfactory conditions. As far as we may judge at this date, the great white majority and masses in America, intend to keep the heel of oppression and disdain upon the necks of Negro men and women, during the remainder of this war and after it, even though we are throwing every energy and effort of our body and soul into this conflict to help the allies win it. There is no let up in the myriad ways and resorts of the prejudiced and hating. There is no yielding ground on the hard traditions of the South as they have always affected Negroes in their civil and industrial relationships here. Ignorant and visionless men in places of power and affluence continue to exploit defenseless and unsuspecting Negroes. When they dicker about wages, they are shiftless and vagrant; when they have means and comforts, they are imprudent and noisome; when they are earning, they are preyed upon by cheats and exploiters. No Negro is acceptable, except he who works along tirelessly, mutely and regularly. We have written on the eternal ignomy and shame of Jim-crowism in every avenue of public service and accommodation, until we tire of it. All these, and a thousand daily humiliations, besides, we live and labor under, with no hope or apparent possibility of change. These things are in the minds and memories of all Negroes—these who go to war for Democracy and the rights of weaker peoples, like the rest. There is in their minds also the consciousness of the unrequited toll of two hundred years of slavery; the matchless devotion of their fathers in the days of Civil war, dark for their masters; the wicked imposition of unconstitutional legislation during the past fifty years; the patient enduring public benefits unjustly and criminally withheld; the crucifixion of justice and the enthrancement of a dual standard of judgment for black and white. The sacrifices of Negroes on all the nation's battlefields; the fealty and vass alage of their mothers and sisters for the happiness of their oppressors; this latter-day loyal and skilled service of their fellows; this national sacrifice of their women and men in the cause of well-equipped and fortified armies for the field. Yea, all this and more. And yet, they go forth, light-hearted and enthusiastic,—hurrying, almost to the trenches and death, (For What?) That they may perpetuate a government and a people which would keep them in bonds! How bitter and languishing the thought that justice waiteth, sleeping! The uncount policeman, feeling his absolutism and appointment and conscious of their helplessness, dogged them on the streets in the early morning while they made ready to entrain, but they opened not their mouths in protest or comment. They went forth like laughing, adventurous school children, on this mission of war-making—for Democracy and Freedom, and singing, "We'er With You Uncle Sam." OFFENDING OLERKS AND OFFICIALS There are so many instances of perverted and misused authority by petty public officers that a great many people have an aversion to going about the discharge of ordinary duties when it comes to the course of that duty bringing them in contact with these officials. The monotony and fatigue of daily routine which may be assigned as reasons for the behavior of agrest many men who are charged with many business details is a very tame excuse for their brusqeness and impatience, in fact, is no excuse at all. Men in public places are elected or hired as much for their capacity for politeness and courteous treatment as for their clerical and general fitness. To the extent that they fall to accord courteous attention to and facilitate the business of those who call on them, they are derelict of the duties they are engaged to perform. This complaint of impatience and discourteous treatment is very general about the city at some of the municipal and county offices, at the ticket offices, and to some extent at the business offices of private concerns. Many colored women positively dislike to go to these officials, even in the cases where it is necessary that they do this, and a good many colored men get little or no satisfaction from their missions. Often they go for information, as most of us must at times, and derive little satisfaction because clerks and officers take no time to explain and direct. When explanation is made or directions given it is often done so harshly as to secure no end. Now, many of the superior officers of these men we are criticising would not have these men discourteous and actually do not know of their conduct. If they know they would promptly correct the troubles. It is our duty, then, when these occasions arise, to make prompt report of the matter in a correct account of all the circumstances to the head of the department where such offensive conduct occurs or to the offender's superior officer. Victims of mistreatment at the hands of such persons must not fail to make complaint, or the offense goes on and others suffer in like manner. These just complaints, properly and intelligently made, have usually brought good results. It can be said to the credit of a certain local railroad company, which, from the nature of its business, has frequent complaint made of the misconduct of its hired men, that the company is always courteous to complainants, investigates the complaints and reports to the party complaining its findings and disposition of the matter. This consideration of this matter will be worse than useless, unless persons who are having these unpleasant experiences shall act as we have directed and suggested. It is our business to give the public our honest and just opinions in such matters. It will do no good to discuss these offenses and the offenders in private. Bring their misconduct to the attention of the authority to which they are amenable and this nuisance, and menace will be abated. Negroes pay thousands of dollars in taxes and rents; pay thousands into the coffers of the merchants and material men; pay thousands in railroad and street car fares. When they really find themselves, they are going to spend their money where they are accorded respectful and courteous consideration. We shall watch with uabated interest the outcome of the case of insubordination and disobedience of authority which has been preferred against the army officer who refused to align his white and black troops in accordance with military orders directed to him. This man, like many others wearing the uniform of the great nation which is espousing democracy, illustrates the apparent incurability of color prejudice. His superior education and long service in the army, his wide experience and his sacred regard for discipline, his consciousness of the grave responsibility with which he is charged, the broad and illimitable opportunity which looms up before him for faithful performance of duty.—all these shrunk and pales into nothingness when the path of his duty brings him to choose between recognizing the rights and merit of Negro soldiers and the court-martial. The poison of prejudice and race hatred so embraces and possesses him as to be a part of him, and he wishes no moment of reflection when the issue of race is clearly drawn. He decides quickly, definitely and impassionedly. He does not quibble or excuse or resort to subterfuge or the usual circumvention. His act is bold, clear and unmistakable The high mandates of the great army of the nation, in fact, no power, of government, can move him to override the traditions of his kind. He risks the consequences of his defence of military authority. It brought "shame" upon his white troopers to be lined-up alongside Negro troopers, and he refused to carry out the military order to do this. It appears to us that the issue is sharply drawn for the government as represented by the superior officers of the army. The case appears to be simple, and free of the usual technicality and indecision and uncertainty. The military authority must rule on this order and must have it executed or rescinded. To temporize with vocal distemper such as this officer is afflicted with will be fatal to the unity and nationalism of all our troops. We would lack the tremendous driving effectiveness which solidarity, harmony and homogeneity can give the armed forces of the nation. This recalcitrant officer will doubtless be unhorsed, stripped of his straps and authority and imprisoned, for his imtoward and ill-advised step. He must be made an example for all those who are likewise distempered. Army leaders; because the army is an institution where morale and the spirit of nationalism are extremely essential, must be free of all sorts of blas. They must be men of broad, human sympathies and vision. The campaigns of blood and suffering and death ahead of black and white soldiers alike call for unalloyed and unreserved fearty and patriotism. This game of death shall be won by those forces which exhibit strictest co-operation, most skillful coordination and direction, and heartiest unanimity and fellow-feeling. There can be no division or conflict of objective by the compatriots or military divisions engaged in war or one side. There must be one mind, one movement, one result in every thing. A score of men like the above, can almost defeat the alms and ends of the army of the United States, if they are allowed to establish their sedition in the ranks. They can disintegrate and demoralize the unity and spirit of all the Negro soldiers and civilians by their conduct. They by all means must be squelched, and their fate must be published abroad to prevent a recurrence of the offence, and for the reassurance of the offended. --- BEAUFORT. S. C. NEWS Easter was very much celebrated here in most of the churches. Special music for the Easter service were the attractions which brought out a good crowd to many of the churches which were beautifully decorated. --- Mrs. Sadie Roche and little daughter are spending some time here with her mother. She will make her future home in Charleston, where Mr. Roache is stationed in the navy. Mrs. Annie Proctor has returned home after spending some time at Charleston with her husband. Mr. Eugene Weathers was in the city last week much to the delight of his many friends. Prof. Eph. Williams company, Silas Green from New Orleans, played here to one of the largest crowds seen under canvas on March 28. The show can improve on some of its singing. The Knights of Pythias and Courts of Calanthe and the Uniform Rank held their anniversary ceremony at Tabernacle Baptist church on Sunday evening, March 24th, where a fine program was rendered by the lodges of the city, after which the thanksgiving sermon was preached by Rev. D. W. Bythewood who did justice to the occasion. ```markdown ``` The Jenkins Orphan Band and concert company was in the city this week at a big mass meeting at the F. A. B. church. Rev. J. D. Jenkins and other prominent speakers were present. --- Rev. P. P. Watson of Columbia, S. C., spent a few days here last week calling on his many friends. While here he preached at the F. A. B. church, his old charge. Rev. Nathaniel Clarke of Savannah delivered a forceful sermon at Tabernacle Baptist church to the students of the Mather school on their fiftieth anniversary Sunday March 24th. Mrs. J. H. Brown is spending some time at Fort Monroe, Va., with her husband, Chaplin Brown, who will soon leave for "over there" some where. Mrs. Samuel Washington is at Columbia, S. O., spending some time with her husband who will soon sail for somewhere in France. Let the Tribune reach him in France. The boys over there want to hear from home. SATURDAY APRIL G. 1918 The watch bracelet contest which is being staged by Club No. 12 of which Mrs. W. G. Hill is captain is meeting with much success. The ladies who are taking part in the contest are making a lively fight for the coveted prize. The proceeds will go for the benefit of St. Philip A. M. E. church. It will conclude on next Friday night at Masonic Temple at which time each patron will be given a chance on a cake. There will be music and special features for the enjoyment of all who attend. Booths will be arranged for each of the contestants who will have boosters to manage their campaign. Dr. E. J. Smith will be general manager of the affair and will present the bracelet to the lady having the largest number of votes. The price of admission will be 10 cents. SOCIAL HAPPENINGS On Friday evening last, Rev. Daniel Wright, pastor of the F. B. B. church, was delightfully entertained with a supper given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Miller, 514 W. Waldburg street. The menu was served in courses by Mr. David Middleton. First table, grape fruit and cherries; second table, fried chicken, squab, potato croquets and hominy; third table, shrimp with bell peppers, dainty biscuits, hot rolls, coffee, tea and cocoa; fourth table, chicken and shrimp salads on lettuce with crackers; fifth table, ice cream and cake. After the supper was served, the male guests pleasantly resorted to cigars. The house was artistically decorated with ferns and roses. Those present were: Rev. Clarke of Beth Eden Baptist church; Prof. Hubert, of the Cuyler Street School; Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Singfield; Mr. Joseph Wright, son of Rev. Daniel Wright; Mr. Alfonzo Roberts, Miss Ethella McKinley, Miss Charlotte Jenross, Mr. David Middleton, Rev. Daniel Wright, D. D., Rev. G. W. Miller. We much regret the absence of Rev. and Mrs. Wrenn who were to be prominent guests, but they were delightfully served at their home. The affair was given by a number of charitable women of F. B. B. church, who were as follows, Mrs. Ellen Hudson, Mrs. Patsy Miller, Mr. and Mrs. Sage, Deacon G W. Jones Mrs. Frances March, Mrs. Louise Miller, Mrs. Carrie Filpert, Mrs. Anna Jones, Mrs. Lottie Jenross, Mrs. Renelda Harris, Mrs. Lizzie Porter and Mrs. Marion Adams. WAYCROSS, GA., NEWS The recital of Mme. Anita Pattil Brown at McGraw auditorium was in every way a signal success. The madam was at her best and easily sustained her well earned reputation as queen of song. Dr. Scarlet and Mr. Carlton Gaines in co-operation with the female auxiliary of the Y. M. C. A. did noble work to make the recital a success, and their efforts were not in vain, for standing room was at a premium while many were turned away on account of the lack of seating capacity. The local part of the program was taken care of creditably by Miss O. D. Wade, in an instrumental solo; Prof. and Mrs. H. H. Thweatt in a duet and Mrs. S. W. Grant in a solo. After the recital a reception was tendered the madam at the well-appointed home of Mr. and Mrs. Carlton Gaines, the latter acting as the hostess, serving two well chosen courses with fruit punch. The madam freely expressed pleasure at the ovation received in Waycross. . . . Miss Carrie Akery entertained Tuesday evening on account of her guest, Miss Blanch Simmons of Thomasville. Miss Akery makes a pleasant hostess, and her guest was no less pleasing in making many permanent friends while here. She left for Thomasville Wednesday. --- The management was highly elated over the way Mrs. J. W. Johnson, Mary Pinkney and Carlina Jackson handled the tickets for the Mme. Brown recital. All the others who sold tickets, also have their share of gratitude. Without the work of these ladies, the recital could not have been the success it was. Through the kindness of the D. and O. Lott Company, land on Beever street has been set apart for an athletic field. Several of the business men have taken hold of the matter and a play ground for children, crochet, lawn tennis and basket ball are assured. The W. S. S. lecturer has organized all the colored schools into Thrift Stamp Societies. Northside school has chosen Monday, and Hazzard Hill Tuesday to parade to the Post office in a body and buy Thrift Stamps. CARD OF THANKS Mr. and Mrs. C. C. King, Sr., and Mrs. Edna King and family wish to extend their thanks and appreciation to their friends for their kindness shown them during the recent illness and death of their son and husband, Mr. Chas. C. King, Jr., and for the many beautiful designs. ST. AUGUSTINE'S EPIS. CHURCH In the thirty or more years of its existence, St. Augustine's Episcopal church, Rev. J. Henry Brown, priest, has seen no other service of so deep a spiritual and moral significance as marked that of Easter day. Garbed in her festal array, Easter illies and American Beauty roses around the eucharist and vesper lights and altar cross. We wish to publicly express our heart felt thanks for generous contributions to our Easter offering of Mr. S. C. Johnson of the Savannah Tribune and Rev. J. D. Wing, rector of Christ church. Nu next Sunday, low Sunday, services at the usual hour: The bishop of the diocese of Georgia, Rt. Rev. F. F. Reese, will make his Episcopal visit of confirmation to the class. The bishop will also deliver the sermon. OLD MAIDS' CLUB The Old Maids' Club of the Beach Institute will repeat its play, April 10, at New Catholic hall, East Broad and Gordon streets. Come one come all. and enjoy yourselves. Dancing after play. Admission 15 cents. (Ad) THE .NU-LIFE .BEAUTY SHOP AND SCHOOL Shampooing, Scalp and Facial Massaging, Manicuring ARTISTIC HAIR DRESSING Hair Weaving. Hair Goods for Sale Electrical Implements Applied System taught and diplomas awarded SIMPKINS AND ROBERTS Beauty Specialists 530 W. Broad St., Savannah, Ga. THE EARN SAVE BA THE WAG EARNER SAVINGS BANK THE WAGE EARNERS SAVINGS BANK Save and Invest in United States War Savings Stamps One of the Simplest Methods of Saving We Sell These Stamps Under Direct Authorization of the Secretary of the Treasury This is the age on We paid the Mem Christmas Club This will be a re them, they are How about Prepare for Christm ;cining our 1918 C Now O WE HAVE FOUR CHRISTMAS 10 Cts, 25 Cts. 50 And Pay Our Members 5 PER CENT INTEREST 6 PER CENT ON TIME One Dollar Start THE WAGE EARNER SAVANNA L. E. William Sol. O. Johnson R. A. Harp this is the age of Preparedness paid the Members of our Christmas Club $20,000.00 will be a real Christmas them, they are prepared. How about You? are for Christmas of 1918 coming our 1918 Christmas Club Now Open. HAVE FOUR CLASSES OF CHRISTMAS CARDS Cts, 25 Cts. 50 Cts. and $1.60 Pay Our Members 5 per cent 10 PER CENT INTEREST PAID ON SAVE YOUR CENT ON TIME CERTIFICATE The Dollar Starts an Account WAGE EARNERS SAVINGS BANK SAVANNAH, GA. L. E. Williams, president Sol. O. Johnson, vice-president R. A. Harper, cashier Prepare for Christmas of 1918 by joining our 1918 Christmas Club. Now Open. 10 Cts, 25 Cts. 50 Cts. and $1.00 And Pay Our Members 5 per cent Interest THE WAGE EARNERS SAVINGS BANK SAVANNAH, GA. E. C. Blackshear, assistant cashier Mrs. R. L. Barnes G. H. Bowen S. J. Brown R. A. Harper Thos. M. Holly Dr. J. W. Jamerson Sel. C. Johnson Jno. F. Jones J. C. Lindsay Nathan Roberts A. B. Singfield E. Seabrook H. B. Wright L. H. Williams --- Of the EMPIRE CLUB THURSDAY, APRIL 4, 1918 AT NEW CATHOLIC HALL Admission 25 Cents Committee—A. A. Blackshear, E. A. Ashton, B. F. Handy, M. A. McNichols M. G. Jones, J. H. Greene. Mr. D. Holloway, engaged as a carpenter on government work at Camp Jackson, Columbia, S. C., is in the city for a few days on account of the illness of Mrs. Holloway's mother. Dr. A S, LaFayette All work done at reasonable price and guaranteed Gold Work a Specialty Free Examination House 0 a. m. to 8 p. m. Phone 2171 TRIBUNE BUILDING 1009 West Broad St. Cor. Walburg L. MRS. M. M. STRIPLING has opened the Training Class of Madam Walker's Syestem. Join in with the great system and get yourself a diploma from the Lelia College, Indianaapolis, Ind. This class will be trained at her Beauty Parlor, 327 1-2 West Broad St. DeSoto Bellmen Club DEPARTING DANCE At Harris St. Hall Tuesday Eve. April 30th Admission 25 Cents WAGE NERS INGS NK Preparedness Members of our 1917 $20,000.00 Real Christmas for are prepared. About You? Christmas of 1918 by Christmas Club. Open. CLASSES OF CARDS 10 Cts. and $1.00 5 per cent Interest PAID ON SAVINGS THE CERTIFICATES is an Account. SAVINGS BANK AH, GA. ma, president vice-president er, cashier --- --- Lawney Pinckney of Washington, D. C., formerly of this city, is visiting his parents at 524 East 32nd street. Mrs. Lula A. Grayson returned to the city after teaching a successful term at Ways Station, Ga. Mr. Edward T. Black of Brooklyn, N. Y., formerly of this city has been confined to bed for the past three weeks suffering from an attack of rheumatism He is improving slowly. Mrs. James H. Butler, accompanied by her little daughter, Louise, left Monday for Chicago, Ill., on account of the illness of the former's brother. Mrs. Ethel G. Morrison of Atlanta is in the city visiting friends. Miss Georgia Carter of New York is in the city visiting relatives. Miss Susie Miller and Miss Ethel Wright left Tuesday for Atlanta where they will spend a few weeks. Mr. John C. Middleton is a visitor in the city from Macon. Mrs. Helen C. James of Jacksonville, Florida., is visiting relatives here. Miss Anna Campbell of Waycross is visiting relatives in this city. Mr. Harry Johnson of Atlanta is in the city visiting friends. Dr. George R. Shivery of Atlanta was in the city this week visiting his children and sister. Mr. Isaac Green of Darlen and Miss Ida Victory were married Monday night at the home of the latter, 535 Maple street Rev. Wm. Cash, performed the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Green are living at 504 Anderson street, east. Mr. Homer H. Brown an old Savannah boy is with Troop M 10th United States Cavalry now stationed at Naco, Ariz. Mrs. Janle Bones Miller and daughter, Mrs. Clifford Myers and Mr. Lewis C. Bones of New York, Mrs. Eva Bones McCrea and daughter of Buffalo, N. I are in the city where they were called on account of the death of their father, Mr. Daniel Bones. Mr. Jesse Lunday was in the city this week en route to New York. Mr. John Strother and Mr. Charlie Gooden of Augusta spent a few hours in the city Wednesday. Mrs. Frances Williams of New York, after being confined to bed for four weeks with pneumonia, is able to be up again. Miss Bessie L. Hayes of 1007 West Broad street leaves today for New York where she will spend a few days with friends. From there she will go to Foost Hill, N. J., where she will spend a few month with her aunt. Mrs. Janie B. Densler and children will leave on Wednesday for Augusta to spend a while with her mother, Mrs. Sarah J. Jones. Mrs. Wm. Mitchell will leave April 9th for Atlanta to meet the Executive Board, after which he will make a tour through the state in interest of the Independent Order of Good Samaritans and Daughters of Samaria in a party with J. B. Philips, G. C. and John Byrd, G. T., and will be gone for about ten days. Mrs. Eugenia Holmes and Mr. Morris Holiman were married on Sunday March 31, and have gone North for the summer. Rev. Dan. Wright perfomed the ceremony. DEATHS Daniel Bones Mr. Daniel Bones died on Friday of last week at his home 609 Oak St. He had been in bad health for sometime and on Thursday he went out for a walk as usual. Late in the afternoon he was found on the outskirts of the western part of the city lying on the road in an unconscious condition. His wife was notified to that effect and she hurriedly had him brought home where he succumbed the next morning. The deceased was well known in the community and had at one time been in the scavenger department where he worked for many years. He had been married 52 years and is the first of his family to die. The funeral took place on last Monday afternoon from First A. B. church, Bolton street and was largely attended. He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Tenah Bones; three daughters, Mrs. Fanny Small Scott, Mrs. Janie Bones Miller, Mrs. Eva Bones McCrea; two sons, Lewis C. and IN MEMORY SCOTT—Mrs. Phoebe Curley Scott died April 5, 1017. and Mr. Stephen Curley Green, died May 1011. Since you left it seems as if time is winging away, each day it seems as if I am nearer to my eternal home. So often it seems as if youth and vigor soon will flee. Blooming beauty loss their charms. All that's mortal soon shall be enclosed in death's cold arms. You are gone to the grave, but I will not deplore thee. Since God was thy ransom, thy guardian, thy guide. He gave thee, He took thee, and He will restore thee, and death has no sting since the Saviour hath died. Mother and Grandmother Mrs. Louisa Swinson Cousin, Victoria Battese Roberts ROWELLS—In memory of my beloved husband, Edward J. Rowells, who departed this life in New York City, April 5, 1913 Five years have gone, I can't forget Those words of love—I hear them yet, When'er I think of you so dear, I feel your angel spirit near. The pains you bore were for the crown That you so happily wear, God takes His own without a frown, Because death they never fear. Yes thou art gone to rest. And this shall be my prayer; That when I reach my journey's end, Thy glory I may share. Loving wife, Mamie E. Rowells. WILLIAMS—In sad but loving remebrance of my dear daughter, Dennie B. Williams, who departed this life one year ago, March 13, 1917, to a place where there is no suffering and sorrow but a continued joy and happiness. One year has passed with us apart. But the wound has never healed. The pain has never left my heart, Since your dear life, in death has sealed Often I sit and think of you, When I am all alone For memory is the only thing That grief can call its own. Forget you, No I never will, I loved you then, I love you still. Your memory is as fresh today, As the hour you passed away. Those who loved her, Mother Mrs. Jerrilene Smith Grand mother, Mrs. Hester Gordon Uncle, Mr. Edward Gordon GANT—In sad but loving memory of our darling daughter and sister, Odell Gant, who departed thes life March 21, 1913. Sister, thou was mild and lively, Gentle as the summer breeze; Pleasant as the air of evening, When it floats among the trees. 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 tear is shed. Mr. P. G. Gant, Father Mrs. Marle Gant, Mother Miss Marle Gant, Sister Boston, Mass. Mr. Allen Gant, Brother New York City Mr. Caesar Gant, Brother, Cleveland, O. Mrs. Willie Gant, Sister Miss Susie C. Young, Friend Boston, Mass. GAILLARD—In sad but loving memory of our dear friends, Catherine Morel Gallard, died April 8, 1916 and Romena Hazel Gallard who departed this life April 2, 1917. As we sit in the still lonely watch of As we sit in the sun lonely watch of the night, And gaze on the twinkling stars; Our thought wonder back to sad scenes of the past, When we gazed on your face for the last in life. We parted in sorrow and tears. We laid you away lolls. The touch of your vanquishe hand had gone The sound of your voice is still, But the smiles from that loving face of yours Remaineth with us still Some time we will see thy face again, In that bright beyond, Where no parting nor sorrow, or pain, No more to say farewell. Mrs. Catherine Thomas Mrs. Sadie Bacon, Friends Mrs. Alice Haywood RIDMON—In memory of my dear loving father, George Washington Ridmon, who departed this life, April 7, 1816. We love you father and we miss you in our home. My father, the haven has gained, outflying the tempest and winds. His rest he has sooner obtained and left his companions behind, still tossed on the ground distress, now he THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE SATURDAY APRIL 6, 1918 Only a Few Days Left to Get That Pair of Pants Free With your Suit. Get Busy!! Come in and See for Yourself Whether You Buy or Not RESOLUTION The following resolution was adopted by the officers and members of Chas. Sumner Lodge No. 87, K. of P. at a regular meeting held March 21, 1918. In token of respect to the memory of our faithful and beloved Sir Knight, William C. Goff, who departed this life February 24, 1918. The deceased was elected master of finance of Chas Sumner Lodge July 6, 1913, and had served this office up to his death and was a true and faithful officer Resolved: That whereas it has pleased the Supreme Ruler of the Universe to remove from our mildst one of our most loyal members and officers, in the person of Bro. William C. Golff, and Whereas we feel that our loss is heaven's gain, and whereas in his 1000 Laborers, 1000 WONDE Yesa wonderful opportunity for any man who is willing to take advantage of our wonderful offer of $8 free pantswithevery Suit you order. --- BARNES-MITCHELL A marriage of much interest in Sheldon, S. C., as well as other parts of the state was that of Miss Rena L. Barnes to Mr. Benjamin Mitchell, which was solemnized at the home of the bride's adopted parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Middleton. The ceremony was performed by Rev. I. W. Coles, assisted by Rev. M. B. McPherson at 4 o'clock in the afternoon, in the presence of relatives and a large number of friends. The bride was handsomely dressed and wore a wreath of white for-get-me-nots over her lovely tuelle vell and carried a lovely bridal bouquet. Miss Amy Brown and Miss Florence Blair were brides maids. Mr. Peter Mitchell, cousin of the groom, acted as best man. They received many valuable presents. Out of town guests K. Hamilton; from Ferman, S. C., Miss Riley, Mrs. E. C. Haynes, Rev. M. B. McPherson, Prof. J. S Shanklin; from Savannah, Ga, Mr. James Barnes, Mrs. Rebecca Simmons, Mrs. A. E. Manes, Mrs. A. Brailsford, Mrs. Helen Barnes, Mrs. J. Barnes, Mrs. L. Hamilton, Mrs. D. Simmons, Mrs. M. E. Burns and little Miss Anita Manes; from Hendersonville, S C., Mrs. Lue Robinson, Mrs. K. Hamilton; from Fernin, S. C., Miss Rosalle Brooks and Mr. Watson Jenkins. Imediately after the reception, the bridal party left for their future home, accompanied by the groom's mother, Mrs. Mitchell also his sister. Mrs. Julia Jenkins. PAGE RIVE Union at Masonic Temple. Admission 15 cents. April 9, Monday—Mock trial at James A. M. E. church. Admission cents. April 22, Monday—Spring dance at Masonic Temple by Colored Chauffer Association. Admission 20 and cents. April 26, Friday—Memorial day tertainment at Masonic Temple by Progressive Lodge, K. of P. Admission 15 cents. R ATTENTION!! TO COLORED PEOPLE TO THEIR HOME. OUR PLAN IS ONE. STRAIGHT INTER-ON EACH YEAR. THIS IS AWAY FOR YOUR HOME Mercer Co. RENT BANKERS 116 BULL ST. Freeze Pavillion ITE BLUFF S. REGULAR AUTOMOBILE SERVE LEAVE 32ND AND BULL STREETS ND 3 P. M. WEEK DAYS, ND 7 P. M. DAILY L. HORNE STEET OR PHONE 3218-W Printing ds, Workmen of ants ENTUNITY Woolens are going up every day and now is the time to order that Spring Suit and get that $8 pair of pants FREE. Allgoods marked in plain figures. Come in and See $1.00 uit PAGE SIX By A B. Singfield In reading the signs of the time we find that this is rather an age of conservation along all lines. We find that it has become the one American idea to conserve, economize and make the best possible use of every opportunity to make ready and thereby be prepared. Hence, let us fall in line and do our bit along the line of preparedness. Let us put forth our efforts with reference to making the coming session of our state league, to be held at Macon, a complete success. In order to do this, I reiterate that we must develop a spirit of oneness like that progressive set of people of Waycross, as are so ably pictured in the following paper by Miss Claudine L. Taylor, teacher of Reidsville school: "My Friends: "Come I, this afternoon with my humble form elevated in view of the common wealth of the pictuesque city of Waycross, the priceless pearl of the Empire State of the South. "Mine eyes behold the brilliant spectacle of our busy marts, your future anticipations, your loftiest ambitions to seal the rugged heights of success by united effort. "At this inspiring moment. I am deeply concerned in the glorious welfare of the "Negro Business League" of the universe. the Afro-American golden view of commercial enterprises, furnishing the vital fluid of the nation's perpetuity. "I must pause to say, the Negro has awaken from the long repose of business silence and incapacity, but many that are under the sound of my voice tonight are standing high in the financial and commercial world, and the only force that is needed to start the wheel rolling is unity. Therefore, I can safely state the main object of the Negro Business League. It was organized to bind together the members of the race in the highest social, financial and commercial activities of the age, and co-operate with all progressive movements which tend to refine and edify man-kind. It unites men and women of the race into business groups, and opens up to the more unfortunate new ideas of doing ordinary business in an extra-ordinary way. "The league men are to form a chamber of commerce, trade unions, an advisory board to assist the prospective men and women of the race in accomplishing better results from investments. Through the League the business Negro citizens of every city are bound together so as to create greater business enterprises in every known section of the world to the credit of the race. It negotiates more for greater school facilities, I mean, better locations with buildings that can stand side by side and compare favorably with those of any other people, and efficient faculty for pro-secuing a great educational development. "The Negro Business League is to co-operate, under the laws of each state, for the mutual protection of Negro citizens in general, and to afford special training for those desiring to pursue the many trades and industries, so as to have business places of accommodation for its customers, namely, grocery stores, dry good stores, hardware and drug stores, cafes, hotels, shoe shops, millinery shops, art galleries and many others too numerous to mention. "The Negro Business Leagues are to rate with the National Negro Business League and help solve the problem of the belligerent nations of the world in production and conservation; with these patriotic accomplishments fostered and promulgated it will become the world's greatest benefactor. "Friends, the object of this league these letters of glittering gold. A bank owned, and controlled entirely by is written above the ethereal blue in Negroes, his real estate establishments, strong and reliable insurance companies, better and greater business locations, a model high school, and larger hospitals for the various cities." Then may it be said by all, that this city has been transformed into a perfect sanctuary. The Hub of the Universe. "The late Dr. Booker T. Washington, more than thirty years ago in his travels North and South lecturing to white and colored in interest of the great Tuskegee Institute conceived the idea of that steel band of "Unity" among the whites, both financially and commercially, and in the year 1900. August the twenty-third in the city of Boston he tied the first knot in the belt that now binds the Negro together, financially and commercially, known as the National Negro Business League "I found the word League is from the Latin word lego, meaning to bind, to unite, and the word business from the Spanish word negocio, meaning to trade, to negociate, occupation. The sentiment of the Negro Business League has been very ably pictured in the above facts stated." The next meeting of the league will be held Friday night, April 19th, at its headquarters 458 West Broad street. Come early and bring a new member. New York—Perhaps the keenest and most brave analysis of the causes of the labor crises and the attitude of colred people of Dixie is that appearing in a series of articles by Richard Spellane, evidently a Southerner himself, in the New York Evening Mail of Friday. Quoting 'one of the brightest men in South Carolina,' he says: "It is not whiskey, but long injustice, that has dulled the ambition with the farm laborer of the South. It is so easy to live in this country that there has been nothing to spur him to enterprise. "I believe in justice to the Negro, but don't let anyone make you believe the Negro is susceptible to be raised to the level of the white man. "He isn't. He is of a lower order of humanity. But that ought not warrant such treatment as he gets in the courts in many parts of the South. "One of our Charleston lawyers went up the country to see justice done. In the case of a Negro being persecuted under Section 402. The county magistrate was indignant at a white man appearing for a 'nigger.' He showed his opposition and contempt. "The Charleston lawyer was patient and the magistrate became little short of abusive. Then the lawyer said. 'Your Houer' kindly let me see the complaint to which the plaintiff has sworn.' The judge flung the papers to blind. The lawyer read on the back of the complaint: 'I hereby sentence the defendant to a fine of $50 or thirty days in jail. '_____, Magistrate.' "You are incompetent to sit in this case," said the lawyer. "You have prejudiced it. Here is the proof. Here is proof that you rendered a verdict without hearing a word of evidence in the case." The magistrate got up and roared at the lawyer, 'Apologize at once or I commit you for contempt' 'Please do,' said the lawyer and I will drive you from the bench and make you.' The magistrate shouted, 'cote is dismissed,' and then appealed to the lawyer not to bring charges against him. I made a mistake. I apologize. I'll let the nigger go'. "But do you appreciate that, when a white lawyer appears for a Negro in a case in which a white man is concerned, he is in danger of being ostracized socially and boycotted professionally? In the small town this blacklisting of any one who defends the Negro is too much for the lawyer of the town to risk. "Don't for an instant imagine that there isn't a lot of crime among the Negroes. Don't get the idea that they are a much abused people. They are not. They get justice when they have trouble among themselves, but they don't get justice when they have differences with the whites. "This has embittered them, deep into their sorris, duilled any ambition some of them have had, made them willing to go through life with the least effort. "I know of a case up the country where a white man, got angry and swore at the Negro woman who had laundered his linen for years. She didn't accept this in good part and refused to work for him any longer. She was an unusually good washer-woman. He is insisted and when she was obduired he ordered her off his property, the cabin in which she lived with her son being on his land. "Her son went to him, expostulated with him for cursing the woman and refused to vacate the cabin. "The white man had him arrosted for trespass, and when the Negro was fined and his two mules were sold, at auction to pay the fine the white man bought the two animals for a song. "Cases such as I have mentioned explain the apathy of many thousands of Negroes. If they get the money they spend it on anything that catches their fancy. They are as helpless as children. We suppose for years we understood the Negro and that no one else did. I am half way convinced that we know less than we thought. The South depends upon the Negro labor. The incidence of prosperity and prohibition finds the Negro unwilling to work so long as he has a dollar. "How and when are you going to get hi into work as does the white man? How are you going to inoculate him with the spirit of thrift? How are you going to get him to raise food crops as he should this year, toil in building the ships that are on the ways in southern yards, raise enough cotton to clothe the nation and meet all of Europe's needs? "The Nego problem is as much of a problem as it ever was to the nation. Prohibition doesn't settle it or affect it, so far as I can see today." THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE SATURDAY APRIL 6, 1918 Terrell Transfer Co. King Bee Moving, Packing Shipping and Storage ON FREE TRIAL— NO DEPOSIT, NO EXPENSE, we will send you a new Acousticon. This is the small instrument that has positively enabled over 300,000 deaf people to hear. DEAF You Can Hear. With the Acousticon — hear conversation of your friends, music — every sound—just as you used to. We guarantee it or you can return the Acousticon at our expense without its costing you not. Write at once for ten days free home trial. GENERAL ACOUSTIC COMPANY, 1300 Candler Building, New York Prices to Suit. Always Open. 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Address NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS SERVICE WRITE S. S. KELSON, 2311 HARDEN ST... SAANNAH, GA. ```markdown ``` C ```markdown ``` Among The Churches EVANGELICAL MINISTERS' UNION The Evangelical Ministers' Union met promptly at 11 a. m. Tuesday at Asbury M. E. church. Dr. James Jackson, presiding elder of the Savannah District M. E. church, conducted the devotional exercise. Rev. A. A. Banks gave a well prepared sermonic outline that was full of brilliant thoughts. J. S. Stripling, vice president, gave a brief talk to the union. Rev. W. O. P. Sherman, Jr., gave a sermonic outline from St. Mark 16:15, text "And he said unto them, go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature." Rev. Sherman was very much enthused in his prescription and thought. Words of commendation were offered by Drs. R. L. Heard, Dr. C. C. Cargile and Dr. Wm. Daniels. Rev. Wm. Daniels spoke in a very happy mood when he informed the union that during his ten days revial at Palen Memorial church that 27 had been converted and joined the church. He was commended for the great work he had accomplished in his recent meeting. Rev. H. H. Williamson, pastor of Bethel A. M. E. church, reported that during the past two weeks at his revival 18 were claimed for Christ. Rev. J. S. Stripling gave a sermonic outline from St. Luke 24:51, "And it came to past, while he blessed them, he was parted from them and carried up to heaven." He delighted the union with his outline. The union has pledged its co-operation in the Health Week movement beginning April 21st at which time a sermon will be delivered on health. Rev. J. S. Jenkins, pastor of the Union Methodist church, reported that work had commenced on his new church in Yamacraw and asked the prayers and assistance of the union which was promised. Mrs. S. B. Shaw wife of the late Rev. S. B. Shaw, was a visitor to the union and thanked them for assistance given her in her loss. Benediction by Rev. W. V. Daughtry. ST. PAUL C. M. E. CHURCH St. Paul C. M. E. church, Maple and West Broad streets, Rev. E. W. White, pastor. Services Sunday were well attended and inspiring. The pastor preached a noble sermon on the Resurrection early Sunday morning. Rev. White filled the pulpit at 11. The Sunday school exercises were good also the play on Monday night. The rally is on for the fourth Sunday in April. Services: Sunday school 10:15 preaching 11:30 Communion after preaching 8:30. Weekly services: Class meeting Tuesday night; teachers' meeting Wednesday night, choir rehearsal Friday night. THANKFUL BAPTIST CHURCH THANKFUL BAPTIST CHURCH Thankful Baptist Church, Huntingdon street, west, Rev. J. H. Edwards, pastor. Services Sunday were well attended all day and very inspiring. The exercises were very good and enjoyed by all. The pastor will be at Rincon Sunday to preach in the morning and at home at night. Services Sunday: Prayer meeting 5 a. m.; Sunday school 10:15; preaching 11:30; Mission 4 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. 7 p. m.; preaching 8:30 p. m. Weekly services: Prayer meeting Tuesday night; preaching Thursday night; choir rehearsal Friday night. BETH EDEN BAPTIST CHURCH Both Eden Baptist church, Rev. N. M. Clarke, pastor. After the regular morning services we had baptism. At night the Sunday school had its exercises. The little ones deserve great praise for the excellent program. At the close, Prof. Thompson gave a short talk which was enjoyed by all. Mr. James Edwards, our superintendent, is doing much to build up the Sunlay school. Services tomorrow: Preaching 11 a. m.; Sunday school 1:30 p. m.; B. Y. P. U. 7 p. m.; preaching 8 p. m. BUTLER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Our pastor preached a very enthusiastic sermon at the morning hour, the text was taken from Acts 3:15, "And killed the Prince of Life, whom God hath raised from the dead; whereof we are witnesses." The topic at the Y. P. C. E. was "The Risen Christ's Forty Days", led by Mrs. R. Ethel Cain. At the evening hour the Easter exercises began at 8:30 and the children were commended for the very excellent way in which they rendered their speeches and the beautiful-singing. Services Wednesday night, prayer meeting at the church. Sunday 11:30 a. m. Y. P. C. E. 7:30; evening worship 8:30 p. m. You are invited. ST. JAMES CHURCH Rev. A. L. Sampson, the pastor, preached two reviving sermons, Sunday. The resurrection sermon was preached at 4 a.m. Regular services held at 11 o'clock. Rev. J. W. Marshall was a visitor at St. James Sunday. A large number was present at the Sunday school Easter exercises and quite an excellent program was rendered. The church was beautifully decorated with flowers. BAPTIST MINISTERS' UNION The Baptist Ministers' Union met Monday noon at F. A. B. church, Frank ill square, Rev. Wm. Gray, presided. Devotions were led by Rev. H. J. Washington. Sermonic reports were then given by the following: Rev. H. J. Washington from 2 Peter 3:18; Rev. M. A. Trier, St. John 14:6; Rev. J. A. James, St. Mark, 16:3; Rev. N. H. Whitmire, John 20:20; Rev. H. C. Mitchell, Matt. 7:25; Rev. R. J Kelly, Mark 6:6 and Rev. J. S. Moody, Acts 8:36-37. A eulogistic service on the life of the late Rev. A. L. Hamilton was held Monday week by the Union. Revs. N. H. Whitmire and Rev. H. Daniel Butler conducted the services. Benediction by Rev. J. A. James. MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH Mt. Zion Baptist church, Rev. H. Daniel Butler, pastor. At 4 a. m. last Sunday the pastor preached from the subject "The risen Lord." The morning and night services were largely attended. At night the Sunday school rendered a very pleasing program. The Mt. Zion quartette rendered two selections. Services: Sunday 5:00 a.m., 11 a. m.; Sunday school 3 p. m.; B. Y. P.U. 7 p. m.; preaching 8:30 p.m. CENTRAL BARPTIST CHURCH The services on last Sunday were well attended. The pastor preached at 11:30 Sunday morning, his text was from Luke 5th verse, subject "The transfiguration of Christ." The sermon was very interesting. The Sunday school had one of the finest exercises on Sunday night held recently. Early morning prayer meeting 5:30 a. m. Sunday school 10 a. m.; preaching 11:30 a. m.; prayer meeting Sunday afternoon 7:30 p. m.; preaching 8:30 p. m. We are still having revival. ST. PHILIP MONUMENTAL ST. PHILIP MONUMENTAL The Sunday school of St. Philip Monumental A. M. E. church is in a very prosperous condition under the direction of its newly elected officers and teachers. Each Sunday many bright gems are added to the roll. On last Sunday the Easter exercises were held, and was enjoyed by the great number Mr. A. W. Batey, the superintendent, acting as master of ceremonies. The program was the best in many years present. We hope you will attend our Sunday school. Rev. H. Keen was a visitor on last Sunday and was inspired with our work and encouraged us to press onward. ASBURY M. E. CHURCH The Lord's day was the climax of a series of services held during passion week which proved to be a source of great spiritual helpfulness. Three services were held on the sabbath. Two sermons were preached and the day was closed with the rendition of the Sunday school Easter program. The participants delighted the audience with a pleasing and well rendered program. Services tomorrow: Preaching 11 a. m. and 8:30 p. m.; Sunday school 3:30; League 7:00. Visitors are welcome. ST. BENEDICT'S CHURCH Low Sunday—The first mass on Sunday will be at 7 a.m. with short instructions. High mass and sermon on the gospel at 10:30 a.m. Sunday school after last mass. At S p. m., rosary, sermon and benediction of the blessed sacrament. Daily masses at 6:45 a.m. On Easter Sunday afternoon the sacrament of baptism was solemnly administered by the pastor to fourteen new members, converts to the church. Before the liturgical proper began, Rev. Father Peter in very appropriate words explained the significance and necessity of this sacrament. The church was tastily decorated and a very large congregation attended both morning and afternoon services. The music for both occasions was beautifully rendered by St. Benedict's choir and helped in no small degree to enhance the beauty of these most impressive catholic ceremonies. Tuesday next, April 9th, will be the feast of St. Benedict's the Moor, patron of the church. The solemnity of the feast will be postponed to the second Sunday after Easter. Rev. Father Joseph Dahlent, former assistant pastor, will preach the sermon for the occasion. A spring festival and card party will be given under the auspices of St. Benedict's Sewing Circle at the Parish Hall, Thursday night April 25th. A prize will be given for the top score at each table. Cards will be played from 9 to 11 p. m. Reservations can be made from the following: Miss M. L Taylor, phone 3713; Mrs. L. C. Davis, phone 26S7W; St. Benedict's rectory, phone 732. The proceeds are for the maintenance of St. Benedict's school. A cordial invitation is extended to all well wishing friends. AT THE Y. M. C. A. Every time you miss a meeting you miss a treat. The program last Sunday was exceptionally good. The boys deserve much comment and encouragement for the programs they have ren- St. Augustine Episcopal Church In the heart of Savannah. The neighborly church Cor. West Broad & Bolton Sts Services every Sunday 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Holy Communion 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sundays. Litany Wednesday and Friday nights at 8:15 o'clock. Sunday School, 3 p.m. We pull together and never kick over the traces at St. Augustine Rev. J. Henry Brown, Priest in charge. The Chatham Mutual Life and Health Insurance Company Issues a three in one policy, sickness accident and death. For the protection of yourself and loved ones. Insure today, and thereby be prepared for lost of time for disability during your sickness or accident. A. H. DUNBAR, President DUNCAN PRINGLE, Secy-Mgr. PHONE 1516 458₂ West Broad Street dered on the days assigned to them. It has often been the fortune of those who frequent the "Y" to hear persons of not who do not appear on the program. This Sunday was no exception because we had with us Rev. Chas. Stewart of Chicago. We will not attempt to tell who Rev. Stewart is because we have not got space. However, he put on for us a ten-minutes "noise" and our report on it is great During the program President S. A. Grant was presented a beautiful basket of flowers by the boy's department. A good program is being arranged for tomorrow. Come out, you can't be disappointed. FIRST BRYAN BAPTIST CHURCH FIRST BRYAN BAPTIST CHURCH Long before the hour to begin Sunday morning, the church was crowded. At 4 o'clock Rev. Wright read for the lesson Matt. 28:1-10, subject "A visit to the tomb". The sermon was most eloquent. Quite a large collection was raised in the Easter offering. At 11 o'clock the subject was "The birth of Moses." Many striking and beautiful lessons were drawn. At night the Easter exercises of the Sunday school were enjoyed by a very large crowd. The children deserve much praise for the creditable performance. The teachers also should be commended for their work. An Easter offering was raised by the scholars and friends. UNION BAPTIST CHURCH Union Baptist church, Charles street. Services on last Sunday were well attended. The pastor preached at 11:00 and 8:30. The Easter cantata was held at 8:30 other exercises were held at 3:00. The Sunday school was held at 3:00 the lesson was explained by the superintendent. The revival will begin Tuesday night, April 9 at 8:00. The public is cordially invited to attend each meeting. Services tomorrow as follows: Prayer meeting 6:00; Sunday school 3:00; communion 4 p.m.; B. Y. P. U. 6 p.m. The public is cordially invited to attend. LUCY LANEY SEWING CIRCLE The Lucy Laney Sewing Circle celebrated its first anniversary on Friday evening of last week at the home of Mrs. Lizzie Porter, 904 Wolf street The home was beautifully decorated with flowers and ferns, representing the Circle's colors, white, pink and green. The program rendered was: Singi by the circle, "Star Spangled Banner"; invocation by Mrs. J. D. Hamilton; brief history of the circle was read by Miss Idonla C. Johnson; solo, by Mrs. Mamie E. Sanders; solo, by Mrs. Mary A. Powell; song, by the circle, "America"; after which a few remarks were made by Mr. Ed. H. Burke, Mrs. J. D. Hamilton, and Mrs. Jannie B. Horne. The games for the evening were ticling/ribbon bows for men and catching fish for the ladles. Mr. John McIntosh: Jr., won the gentlemen's prize, a handsome hand-made basket; Miss A. Ryans won the ladies' prize a beautiful center piece. The exhibits of the circle were many and beautiful. Refreshments which were prepared to harmonize with the circle's colors, were enjoyed by all. The guests present were, Mr. J. McIntosh, Jr., G. McCarthy, Edw. H. Burke, W. H. Gardner, Dr. S. F. Frazier, J. H. Wourick, Mr. Charlie Alexander, Mrs. Jannie B. Horne, Mrs. Albert Butler, Miss C. Mickens, Mrs. J. D. Hamilton, Miss. A. Ryans, Mrs. Lillie B. Jackson, Mrs. Mabel Hicks, Mrs. Anna Traick, Mrs. J. D. Baker, Mrs. Ida Forgarty and Miss Susie L. Robinson. The officers and members of the circle are: Mrs. H. T. Lockheart, president; Mrs. Lizzie Porter, vice and acting president; Miss Idonla C. Johnson, secretary; Mrs. B. E. Slocum, treasurer; Miss Julia Baker, Mrs. Magnolia G. Ferguson, Mrs. Mamle L. Sanders, Mrs. Anna Stovell, Mrs. Sadle Moor and Mrs. P. Hollway. Easter basket souvenirs, made by the circle were given to each guest. QUEEN ESTHER, CIRCLE CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY The Queen Esther Embroidery Circle celebrated its second anniversary on Thursday evening of last week at the residence of Mrs. J. A. Ward, 503 West 34th street. The house was tastily decorated with the colors of the circle, lilac and white. A brief program was rendered by the circle. The national song was transformed into words quite suitable for the occasion song of the "Queen Esther Embroidery Circle." The invocation by Rev. E. W. White; instrumental solo by Miss Thelma Pazant; recitation by Mrs. P. A. Morgan; solo, Mrs. J. H. Fields; history of the circle by Mrs. S. A. Salmons; after which the officers were installed by Mrs. Rebecca Taylor. The guests viewed the work of the circle. The exhibits were numerous and beautiful. After the installation refreshments were served. The guests present were Rev. T. J. Goodall, Rev. E. W. White, Mrs. R. L. Barnes, Miss M. A. Coles, Mrs. M. E. Harper, Mrs. F. H. Green, Mrs. Nancy Prince, Mrs. Ida Hopkins, Mrs. M. H. Blunt, Mr. A. J. McFall of Valdosta, Miss Jennifer Delaware, Mrs. Willie Brown, Mrs. M. E. Burns, Mrs. Georgia Simmons, Mrs. Mattie Lark, Mrs. Rebecca Taylor, Mr. J. H. Davls Mrs. Josephine Barnard Mrs. Della Wright. The officers are: Mrs. J. A. Ward president; Mrs. J. H. Fields, vice president; Mrs. S. A. Salmons, financial secretary; Mrs. Rosa Causby, recording secretary; Mrs. Lizzie McIntosh, treasurer; Mrs. C. H. Gillmore, chairman of finance; Mrs. Lul a Sanders, chairman of health; Mrs. P. H. Morgan, chaplain; Mrs. Janie Mack, clerk of order; Mrs. Clema Jordan, Mrs. Phenie Howard, Mrs. Lula Burson, Mrs. Ullicia Morrell, Mrs. Jennie Stewart, Mrs. Martha Jones. Mrs. Katie Harper, Mrs. Anna Goldwire, Mrs. Viola Berkstein, Mrs. Cathrine Maxwell, Mrs. Susie Alston, Mrs. Irene Carter, Mr. Clarence Sanders. Join District Grand Lodge No.18 Grand United Order of Odd Fellows of America JURISDICTION OF GEORGIA B. J. DAVIS, Secretary and General Manager ODD FELLOWS' BUILDING ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30 Days Big Reduction in Cleaning The LARGEST and Most WEALTHY Secret Order of Color in the World HOTEL MEMBERSHIP 50,000 Divided Into Three Branches Lodges Households of Ruth and Juveniles YOU ARE WELCOME Tothe Hope Crest Summer Resort AND PICNIC GROUNDS The finest and best in every respect of any open to colored people in or about the city. HOPE CREST DEVELOPMENT COMPANY 458 WEST BROAD STREET New pavillion, music, electric lights, swings shady Groves, ocean breeze, bathing, artesian water and good seats... ..Our transportation service is the very best; Packard Trucks, cushioned seats and no trailers, with polite attention and careful drivers. We will rent our pavillion for day or night and furnish transportation; both for the lowest rates. J. W. Wilson, Professor of Latin Walker Baptist Inst., Augusta, Ga. The Savannah Summer school movement is to be commended in the highest possible terms. The move certainly means a long step forward in Negro education in Georgia. The teachers and others interested in this movement must have given ceaseless and untiling efforts that this, their long cherished idea should take definite form and shape. They are to be thanked and most highly commended! The Savannah Negro has done for his state what has been needed for many years. The day has long since dawned when the Negro teachers of Georgia needed an up-to-date, well equipped, modern in every way summer school where they may go and improve themselves during their vacation. The idea is cherished that the school will be pushed and made all it is capable of being made. Every Negro teacher in and around Savannah should take advantage of this opportunity. Negro education in Georgia is at all too low per-centum. To a large extent the methods used in our rural schools and in some of our make-shift town schools and in a great number of our would-be city schools are not up-to-date. In many of our schools the teachers are not getting the results which are absolutely necessary for our students if they are to do our people the greatest amount of good. It is astounding to know that many students in our high schools know practically nothing of what is taking place in the world today. This is true to a very large extent of the male students to say nothing of the female sex, many of whom never read a newspaper or a magazine. A large number of Negro students are crippled in their grammar and high school days to such an extent that it is difficult for them to make it through a representative college or university in the required time. This is especially true with students in our southern schools. The fault lies within the teakher who is not abreast of the times, and who is too narrow and selfish to take advantage of an opportunity to improve himself. If the teacher would make his work interesting and do it by the twentleth century methods he must draw himself up to the present-day standard. In other words, he must be all that the modern day calls The image shows a large, multi-story building with a central courtyard surrounded by several smaller buildings. The architecture is modern, with a flat roof and a series of windows. The building appears to be a commercial or institutional complex, possibly a school or a university. The surrounding area is open and appears to be a parking lot or a courtyard. The sky is dark, suggesting it might be evening or night. for. This mordenization of ourselves and our work cannot be done by remaining to ourlesves. We must mingle with the brightest minds of our country and other countries if possible. This comingling with those who have made a success of teachinf offered us through the summer school. Every one engaged in work of teaching, whether rural, town or city school should grasp the opportunity of attending a summer school some where if there is a possible chance. The writriter is highly cognizant of the fact that summer sessions have been held in various parts of the state from time to time and would not if it were possible detract a particle from the good they have done. These sessions have been of great benefit to those of our teachers who have attended them. We must admit, however, that these sessions have been held in small towns where Negro education is at a very low ebb. It is a blessing for the race, especially in Georgia, that his movement has taken hold in a city like Savannah, where the race has a faired chance educationally than in some other places. Knowing Savannah and its people as we do we are firmly convinced that the thing will be done right, that it will be made one of the greatest movements of its kind in this country. May it grow. May those at its head agree and pull together for the upbuilding of an institution that the Negro citizenry of Georgia is standing in great need of. May the institution become as a city built on a hill whose light cannot be hid. CARD OF THANKS We desire to thank the many friends for the many kindness shown and for the floral designs given during the illness and death of my mother, Mrs. Mary L. Giggs. She was the wife of the late Rev. John Nesbit who served as assistant pastor of the F. A. B. church for three years and as pastor of Bethel Bapt church for 15 years and was pastor at his death. SACRED CONCERT On tomorrow afternoon there will be a sacred concert at Savannah Home Association from 4 to 6 o'clock. There will be several musical numbers rendered. At the conclusion of the concert ice cream will be served at your request. CARD OF THANKS Mrs. Tenah Bones and family wish to thank the many friends for their kindness and expressions of sympathy at the death of her husband and for the floral designs given. Uncle Sam Needs O PORO SCHOOL TAKE CARRI FORMULATED PORO HARLERY MADE ON Mary ST. LOUIS FOR BANDRUFF, FALE SCALP, GIVING LIFE AND ABUNDANT TITLE ON OUT ASSOC "PORO" COLLEGE ST. LOUIS Dept. Story National Association SA Every Negro who w croism and Lynching write. Uncle Sam Needs Our Men. Let The PORO SYSTEM TAKE CARE OF YOU PORO HAIR CROWER MADE ONLY BY The Amplificator Malaysia ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI FOR BANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP; GIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH PORO" COLLEGE COMPANY ST. LOUIS MO. Dept. C. Storey M. National Association for SAVANNAH'S Every Negro who wishes Freedom for him croism and Lynching. You indicate your in write. Uncle Sam Needs Our Men. 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Suppose you list your rentals and sales with us? This is a time for the conservation of time and money; we save both for you. THE WAR IS ON! and in more ways than one. Be loyal to the flag and be loyal to your race; by patronizing race enterprises; for thee in lies the temporal salvation of any people. WE SOLICIT THE PATRONAGE of Churches, Sunday Schools, Secret Societies, Social Organizations and the Negro Public in general. Good order will be maintained. —— a | tn in + ane 6 someche apie oe See ee Sen eet elle x od