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The Savannah Tribune. VOLUME XXXIV Urban League Holds Important Conference Urban League Holds Important Conference MATTERS OF VITAL IMPORTANCE TO NEGRO DISCUSSED League Has Twenty-Eight Branches and Work this Year Requires $102,000 One of the most significant conferences ever assembled in this country was the Annual Conference of Dieutives and Delegates of the National League on Urban Conditions among Negroes, which was held in Columbus, O., on Monday and Tuesday of last week, to discuss the problems of reconstruction that will be facing the Negro during the days following the signing of the Armistice. Representatives from more than twenty cities of the twenty-eight alliated organizations responded. There were 17 executive secretaries present in addition to Mr. L. Hollingsworth Wood, Pres. of he Organization, Mr. Jno. Emlen of Philadelphia, Mr. Wm. C. Graves, Secretary to Julius Rosenwald and Horace J. Bridges and others of the Executive Board members. The features of the meeting were papers on the problem of Migration of the Negro during the post war period, by Jas. H. Hubert, Executive Secretary, N. Y. Urban League; a report of the East St. Louis experiment of the League by Geo. W. Buckner, Secty. The discussion of the Negro and Trade Unions during the Reconstruction, by E. L. Manley of Philadelphia; and a speech by Horace J. Bridges, leader Ethical Culture Society of Chicago on "The Democracy of the Reconstruction" The sessions of the conference were held at the Carnegie Library, and the public meeting was held at the Congregational Church of which Rev. Washington Gladden was formerly the pastor, and the Rev. Irving Maurer is now the pastor. Mr. L. Hollingsworth Wood presided at the conference where plans were completed for a campaign of organization of Urban Leagues in the South, as well as the creation of additional movements in the Northern territory. It was reported that the League now has twenty-eight branches, with a budget last year of over $100,000 against one branch with a budget of $2500 seven years ago: that the organization is expending this year $102,500 in the prosecution of its work in employing eighty one colored persons on housing and employment conditions, salaries to carry on the League's activities which consist of improving and employment conditions, the development of recreational and amusement facilities, and the reduction of delinquency through work in the child care and adult's courts. Paul G. Prayer, welfare worker off the Carnegie Steel Company, Duquean, Pa., gave a description of his activities there during the year. He has developed a hospital service for the thousands of employees of that company, with colored head nurses and assistants throughout; has reduced the labor turnover of the employees through the development of recreational features, and improvement of housing, as well as fairer treatment on the part of foremen and superintendents. He investigated all cases of absences or wage disputes, and adjustments are made on the basis of the reports rendered—thus facilitating the work of supervision, and satisfying the men that their interests are safe. Others present were John R. Shillady, secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, and Miss Iva Bowles, secretary of the colored work of the Young Women's Christian Association, who extended the greetings of their organization to the league. Addresses were made also by such prominent characters as President F. McKenzie of Fisk University, and Dr. DeBarry of Spring field, Mass. The following resolutions adopted serve to illustrate the spirit of the conference: Resolved, 1, That the National Urban League offer its services to all departments, bureaus, committees and boards in Washington which will have charge of any phase of the reconstruction work. 2. That through this proposed relation the local branches of the league will be made the medium for satisfactory readjustment of the Negro population, civilian and soldier, in their respective cities to such a degree as this may be found practicable. 3. That in cities where the National Urban League does not have affiliated 193 Lient, R. L. *nto*, a listing, dished himself in the Athens drive at St. Quentin. Lt. Linton, who is a Georgia boy, is well known here where he attended the Georgia State College. WILL RAISE CHRISTMAS AND CHARITY FUND The Citizens Are Asked to Contribute to the Urban League Fund For the past several years, it has been the custom of the Urban League to raise at this season a fund for charitable purposes and to conduct its activities during the year. It was decided to continue this custom and for this reason every individual, institution and firm is asked to contribute liberally to this fund. Subscription lists have been sent to each officer and member of the executive board and every member of the league will be asked to assist in this drive. The officers and members of the league have been active in every move ment for war purposes, but at this time they will bend every effort in rais ing this fund in order to strengthen the work of uplift in the community. Several strong committees will be appointed to make the drive a success. Next week we shall begin publishing a list of contributors to this movement. Friends are asked to send contributions to any of the colored banks, the secretary at the Mechanics bank; the treasurer, Wage Earners Bank buying or to The Tribune office. Acknowledgement of name and amount will be made through the papers. WATCHMAN'S HEAD CRUHSED IN WITH A SLEDGE HAMMER ```markdown ``` Waycross, Dec. 2nd—One of the most dastardly and cowardly crimes known here was committed Sunday morning about 2 o'clock at the Enterprise Lumber company works when Mr. Jack Johnson, night watchman of the mills, was knocked in the head with a sledge hammer while he apparently was sitting in the front of the boiler room. The person who committed the crime is as yet unknown. The front part of the unfortunate man's skull was actually mashed back to the interior part of his head, so hard was the blow from the hammer welded by his as salant. He is survived by a wife who liser at 118 Parallel street. A reward of $300 has been offered for the apprehension of the murderer. movements, immediate steps be taken to organize Urban Leagues. 4. That so far as possible, regulations and legislation be watched in Washington by a representative who will ever be alert to matters of this character. The League's construction program also includes work to aid in the reab sorption of excess Negro labor. Arrangements for the conference were in the hands of Eugene Kinckle Jones, executive secretary of the National Urban League, and all local matters were handled by J. M Pollard, executive secretary of the Columbus League. The annual meeting of the League is being held on Wednesday afternoon and evening. December 4th, at the Russell Sage Foundation, New York City, at which time Mr. Arthur Gleason and Prof. Kelly Miller will make the principal address. Mr. James Weldon Johnson is also to speak on the subject of "Nergo Labor and Reconstruction." SAVANNAH, GEORGIA, SATURDAY DECMBER 7, 1918 Killed Woman With An AxBecau se She Fussed JAMES McGETT AFTER SPLITTING WOMAN'S HEAD OPEN GIVES UP His Victim, Mrs. Julia Hart, Had Just Taken McGett from Hospital Mrs. Julia Hart of 720 West 40th street, was killed in her home Monday morning by James McGett, who also wied in the same house. Mrs. Hart was knocked in the head with the sharp t of an ax and then her skull was mashed in by the blunt edge of the instrument. There were no eye witnesses to the killing and the only version of the affair is that given the police by McGett who gave himself up shortly after the crime. He claims that his only reason for committing the foul deed was that Mrs. Hart fussed at him and in reciting his story to the desk sargent at the barracks where he went and gave himself up after going to the home of the woman's employer, Mr. Ike Goldberg, and requesting him to inform the police of his act, he appeared perfectly rational while rehearsing the incidents of the terrible crime. It appears from what facts have been brought out, that Mrs. Hart and her slayer had been living for sometime at the house where the woman was killed and that only a very short time ago McGett was brought home from a hospital by Mrs. McGett, where he was sent for treatment by Mr. Henry Willis, keeper of Launel Grove cemetery where McGett had worked for many years as a grave digger. That McGett was unbalanced, probably the result of poor health in which he has been for several years, is shown by the following account of the killing which was told by the police desk sergeant when McGett requested to be locked up: "What do you want to be locked up for?" asked the sergeant. "I kilt a woman," said McGett. "When?" asked the officer. "Jes a while ago," replied McGett. "Who was she," asked the officer. "My sister," replied the man. "Why did you kill her?" asked the sergeant. "Cause she allus fussing and quarlin at me," the man replied. "How did you kill her?" "I tuk an ax an chop 'er in de head and den hit 'er with de blunt end." "Why did you come her to be locked up?" asked the sergeant. "I don want to give de police any trouble lookin' for me. If I see 'er in hell I hit 'er agin." The killing caused great excitement in the neighborhood of the dead woman's home and all Tuesday morning a large crowd gathered in the vicinity of the house. It is stated that Mrs. Hart is survived by a half sister, but no one was able to tell where she lives or who she is. It was stated that Mrs. Hart was not the sister of McGett and that no blood relationship at all existed between the two. The dead woman was buried Wednesday from the home of her friend, Mrs. J. M. King, 10 Bulloch street. BOURKE-TOOMER Mr. Jas. P. Bourke, Jr., of Washington, D. C., formerly of this city, and Miss Eloise Toomer were married Thursday of last week. The copule left the next day for Washington, where they will reside. One of the most productive back yard gardens in the city is that of Mr. R. A. McNichols of East Henry street. His vegetables are of the finest variety and beautifully developed. Some of the largest sweet potatoes seen were raised in his garden this season. Mr. McNichols can secure a prize for raising peculiar shaped potatoes. He has one weighing about seven pounds, like an unknown animal with well developed face, eyes, mouth, whiskers, tall. It is a curiosity. The members of the parent-teachers association of the Cuyler street school will be called in meeting immediately after the influenza ban is lifted to perfect final arrangements of the folk song festival to be held at the Municipal Auditorium under the direction of Madam E. Azalia Hackley. 92nd Division Makes Proud Record In France GALLIANT NEGRO FIGHTERS WIN PLAUDITS BY SUCCESSFUL RAIDS Many Successful Raids in "No Man's Land" Led by Negro Line Officers Somewhere in France—The colored people back in America can well feel proud of the record made by the 92nd division over here, which has about 600 colored line officers, and whose rank and file is composed exclusively of colored soldiers. Here is the record of the 92nd, as a combatant regiment up to November 5th: 'When the Marbache sector was taken on over, by the 92nd division of "Black Devil's," as the Germans call them, "No Man's Land" was owned by the Germans, and here they were aggressively on the offensive. They, the Germans, held Belie Farm, Bols De Tete D'Or, Bois De Frehaut, Voivrotte Farm, Voivrotte Woods, Bols De Cheminot and Moulon Brook. The constantly aggressive action of patrols, day and night, from the 92nd has resulted in many casualties to the Germans, and the capture of many prisoners. Each of the places named above has been raided, as has also Epley, and patrols from the division have penetrated north nearly to the east and west line through Pagny. The Germans have been driven north beyond Frehaut and Volvrotte to Cheminot bridge and in his desperation the Hun is attempting to destroy the Seile bridge, after having flooded the Seile, proving conclusively that he regards the black troops that compose the 92nd. division as one he cannot successfully withstand. West of the Seile river excellent results have followed the energetic offensive action of this doughy wing of the Allied army, the Germans losing heavily in killed and wounded and prisoners. In nearly every instance, these raids made by troopers of this division have been made under the command of colored line officers. This record made by these colored soldiers must, of necessity, arouse the greatest enthusiasm back in the States and merit the plaudits of the race for the gallant fighting machine. So wonderful have been the achievements of the 92nd that the division commander was impelled to send out a bulletin of congratulation, to be read before each unit of the division. This record must forever set at rest the question of colored soldiers following and fighting under their own officers, and it must forever establish the efficiency of colored officers, who have done splendidly under the most trying circumstances. REV. IRBY WEDS MRS. SMITH Rev. J. S. Irby, pastor of Central Baptist church, and Mrs. Mary Smith were married November 5th, the Rev. Wm. Gray performing the ceremony. The marriage took place at the church. Overhome News Overhome News Mr. Alexander Stiles, of Savannah, spent Sunday here. Mr. Georeg Moultrie spent the week end here last week. He is at present employed at the Charleston Navy Yard, having recently returned from France. Mrs. J. D. Hamilton is spending some time here, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. O. H. Singleton. Mme. Frances Tiller of New York, and her sister, Mrs. Isabella Greene, are in the city, being called here on account of the sickness of their mother, Mrs. Annie Pressley. The little four year old son of Mr. H. W. Polite died at the home of his parents, North street, on the 23th of last month after an illness of three weeks. This makes two members of the family who have passed away in two weeks, Mrs. Polite being the other member to die. Mrs. Bradley, mother of Mrs. James Riley, is still very ill at her home on Graven street. Misses Jestine and Margaret Wright, teachers in the Beaufort High School, are again out after several weeks' illness of influenza. The colored citizens are planning a big celebration for the first of January. A GIRL Margaret Elizabeth is the name of the little girl left in the home of Dr. and Mrs. I. D. Williams, November 20. THE MILITARY OFFICER Sergt. Jas. A. Durden, Co. C, 425 R. L. Battalion, Quartermasters Corps, who says "Tho I haven't had a chance to go "Over there," I am doing my bit over here, and I must say the boys here are really doing their bit. We have to store all the merchandise that did not go across, in fact, we handle everything from a can of tomatoes to empty shells weighing fifty pounds BRUNSWICK MAN KILLED BY NEGRO B. F. Jones Shot by Ben Jordan in Latter's Home Brunswick, Ga., Dec. 2-B. F. Jones, a well known Brunswick business man, and a former representative of the Fourth Ward in city Council, was shot, and almost instantly killed this morning by Ben Jordan, a Negro formerly employed by B. F. Jones at his place of business. The shooting occurred at the home of the Negro, and the only eye witness was the Negro's wife, who was also hit by one bullet, and who was con siderably beaten by her husband. According to her statement, Mr. Jones attended to some business for her and her husband and he was at her house delivering to her some deeds, when the husband entered the house and opened fire on them. After the shooting the Merge walked from the house, went to a telephone and called up the police barracks, reporting what he had done, and waited the arrival of the officers to be arrested. The story told by Jordan, however, is an entirely different one. RECEIVED DIPLOMA Mrs. Subrahi Mooney who has been taking a special course in the Poro Hair Treatment culture, under Madam Freeman, received her diploma Thursday and is now ready to launch out into the hair business. She will open her hair dressing parlors at her residence, 454 Montgomery street, where she will be pleased to have her friends call and inspect HARDEEVILLE, S. C. NEWS Mrs. Bernice Greene of Grahamville spent the week end here, the guest of Mrs. R. H. Scriven. Mr. S. H. Hodges was in Savannah last week on business. Mr. Albert Scriven and Abraham Hodges were here last Thursday. Mrs. Katie Wilson and Mrs. Bessie Nichols were in Savannah last week on business. Mrs. Mary Williams spent last week in Savannah with relatives. Rev. J. G. Stokes will preach his farewell sermon here at the Grahamville M. E. church. Mrs. R. H. Seriven and daughter will leave Sunday for Grahamville where they will attend a series of meetings at St. Stephen's M. E. church. Mrs. Elizabeth Thompson who has been ill with influenza, is recovering. Rev. G. S. Albany is teaching the local graded school. NUMBER 12 Must Redeem War Savings Pledges Must Redeem War Savings Pledges DEC. 31 LAST DAY TO MAKE GOOD WITH UNCLE SAM Every Man, Woman and Child Should Carry Out His Pledge Each man, woman or child who has pledged to purchase a certain number of War Savings Stamps, is urged to do so at once. A record is kept of all who have pledged, and it is to their advantage to redeem the pledge before the last day of this month. Mr. W. M. McLaurine, field representative of the government, has opened headquarters, under the Savannah Hotel, and will keep tab on redemption of these pledges. Our people cannot afford to fail in redeeming their pledges. They cannot expect others to do for them, if they fail to keep their obliquations. Each chairman of the congressional districts is being urged to active service and to impress upon the people the importance of pledge redemption. Chairman J. G. Lemon of this county is actively at work and with his committee hopes to make Chatham a hundred per cent county. War savings Stamps can be purchased from any of the colored banks or at The Tribune office. During the week, one institution redeemed its pledge for $500.00 worth of stamps, and within the next few days another institution will secure $1,000.00 worth. Let all of the other institutions and all individuals do likewise. Don't be a slacker; redeem your pledge. Despite the downpour of rain on Friday night of last week, quite a large and enthusiastic audience gathered at the First Bryan Baptist church to witness the ordination of Messrs. G. Miller and W. M. Seabrook as ministers of the gospel and Messrs. A. B. Singfield, P. W. Small and James Crafton as deacons. The sermon was delivered by Dr. C. T. Walker, D. D., of Augusta, pastor of Tabernacle Institutional church. The pastor, Rev. Dan Wright, was as sited by quite a number of the local ministers. Dr. Walker returned to Augusta Saturday morning. Brunswick News (By L. W. Coleman)..... The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Cas. Atwater and left .. the ten pound boy. Mr. Sam Keman of 1308 G street, is improving after a severe spell of illness. On November 29th Mr. and Mrs. Harrington Méphy were made happy by the arrival of a twelve pound daughter. Mr. and Mrs. James Borton are all smiles on account of the arrival of a baby girl. Mrs. John White of 1400 Gloucester street is improving after a spell of illness. Mr. L. W. Coleman was out of the city last week purchasing a beautiful line of Christmas goods. Mr. Harry Collins is assisting Mr. W. Holmes on the parcel post deliveries. Dr. R. R. Robinson has moved to 1304 Gloucester street where he has excellent offices. Mrs. J. R. Lewis and little daughter Elizabeth arrived in the city last Wednesday from Hopkinsville, Ky., and are at home with the Rev. Father Lewis, rector of St. Athanasing church. The marriage of Miss Mabel L. Perry, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. P. Perry, to Mr. Walter H. Flynn was an interesting event. The affair took place at 7:30 at the residence of the bride's parents, 1819 Bartow street, the bride being given away by her uncle, Mr. Minor Perry of Jacksonville, Fla., and the groom being attended by Mr. Charles Moore as best man. Miss Fannie Cameron played the wedding march. DR. TAYLOR IN THE CITY Dr. D. E. Taylor, representative of the D A. Morgan Co., of Cleveland, Ohio, is in the city for a few days. Dr. Taylor is also interested in the Cleveland Advocate. PAGE TWO Wage Earners Bang Building Phone 3227-L Dr. L. S. Park DENTIST 240 BARNARD ST. Savannah, Ga. DENTIST 240 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 23½ K Gold BELL PHONE: 1234 If you want your hair to become long and beautiful, use PORMARD'S EGYPTIAN HAIR POMADE The only guaranteed hair grower, mild by agents and the PARISIENNE BEAUTY PARLORS Second Floor of Wage Earners Bank Building Our parlors are strictly private and sanitary. We teach Hair dressing, Manicuring, and Beauty Culture. We give employment We make terms reasonable. See MRS. A. E. ALLEN PHONE 3227-J J. GORDON DINGLE ATTORNEY AT LAW and Notary Public 106 BEYAN, ST, W. SAVANNAH GEORGIA Barnard Street DEY AND STREAM CLEANING, PRESING AND REPAIRING 414 BARNARD STREET R. L. BAKER, Proprietor PHONE 9212 NOTICE Cohen Enterprise Lodge, No. 570, K. of P., meets the second and fourth Thursday in each month at Castle Hall, Harris street, at 8:30 p. m. Visiting members heartily welcomed. Officers: Sir Chas. W. Nagle, master of works Sir Nathan Gamble, chancellor com- mander. Sir Chas. Bryan, vice chancellor com- mander. Sir H. Quarterman, prelate Sir D. A. Lawrence, keeper of records and seal Sir A. S. Green, master of finance Sir Wm. Lewis, master of exchequer Sir Solomon Keele, inner guard Sir Alexander Smith, outer guard Respectfully submitted. D. A. Lawrence, K. of R. and S. Chas. W. Nagle, master of works NU-LIFE The treatment you will eventually turn to, so why not now? Let us talk to you about your hair, as we specialize in making short, stubborn hair long and soft. Our treatment makes the hair wavy and natural looking. SIMPKINS & ROBERTS Hair Specialists Nu-Life Beauty Shop and School NEWEST BROAD STREET ..... All Mine. ESTELL'S Preparations Soft here. 1200 New York Doctors Fighting Poison Gas. Do you know that you folks at home as well as the brave boys "over there" are menaced by "poison gas"—the insidious kind that steals away health and the joy of living, in the perpetually recurring disturbances resulting from a gassy, sour stomach. 1200 New York physicians regularly prescribe JOHN'S DIGESTIVE TABLETS as the most perfect form of relief known for these stomach disorders. The TABLETS are highly beneficial for gastric and intestinal indigestion, heartburn, acid or sour stomach, flatulence and gastric catarrh. They sure do vanish that poison gas which is the basis of most stomach ailments, as well as banish bad breath which usually heralds that gas-filled stomach. Get the TABLETS at your drug store. They insure quick, lasting relief by taking three to six dissolved in a glass of water or chewed before swallowing. Have JOHN'S DIGESTIVE TABLETS handy in the dining room for chronic cases of gastric or intestinal indigestion—as one or two TABLETS should be taken before each meal. L. D. JOHNS CO. 2 Broadway New York City WEEKLY NEWS OF THE CHURCHES ECHOES FROM THE UNION THAKSGIVING SERVICES OF THE BAPTISTS OF SAVANNAH, GA. The smoldering sparks of praise and Thanksgiving burst into flame on Thurs day morning, Nov. 28, when throngs of people from the various - Baptist churches gathered in spite of inclement weather, in the First African Baptist. Church, Franklin square., and rais ed their voices in praise and adoration to Him from whom all blessings flow. The Deacons' Union opened the day with a prayer and song service. The ministers from the various churches filled the pulpit. Rev. Gray, president of the Ministers' Union, presided. He made a few timely remarks. Rev. N. M. Clarke read the scripture lesson from 103 Ps. Rev Wrenn made the Thanksgiving prayer, Revs. Riley and Whitmire lined the hymns. A pleasing solo was rendered by Miss Hattie Mitchell and Mrs. Ada Scott Dunbar capi vated the audience by reciting a patriotic poem. Just before the sermon, the whole audience arose and sang under the direction of Madam Hackley, The Star Spangled Banner, America and the doxology. The Thanksgiving sermon was delivered by the Rev. T. J. Good all. He made a strong appeal to the Baptist clergy and laity for team work in bringing about the Master's kingdom in this community. He said that team work is essential here to establish and maintain the fellowship that CALL FOR .UINVERSAL .DEMOCRACY ASSEMBLY Colored Race Given Power at Last to Select Own Peace Representative Boston, Mass., Nov. 25, 1918—The Woman Suffragists have publicly asked President Wilson for a place on the official peace delegation of the United Statse as representing an element here needing democracy. Should not a Colored American and a radical, be one of the official envoys as representing the problem in democracy in this republic? China and Japan have declared that at the Peace Council race and color discrimination among nations must be abolished. Now the chance is now offered for every circle or community of Colored Americans to take part in choosing and sending at least unofficial Race petitioners to Varsailles to talk to the envoys of France and other nations and urged them to include our proSCRIPT as one of the wrongs to be righted by the new world-democracy. The National Equal Rights League provides this opportunity in this way: Any person is eligible to form an equal rights league which can elect a delegate at a public meeting or a conference; and one more for every 50 members over the first 50. Secondly, any race fraternal, civic, literary, political, industrial or religious body is eligible to elect affiliated delegates with equal right to vote. Thirdly, national bodies working for our equal rights are entitled to elect two delegates at large. On this basis, a National Colored Representative Congress will be held by the National Equal Rights League in the John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church, 14th and Corcoran Sts., N. W., Washington, D. C. Dec. 16, 17 and 18th, 1918. Oh, Colored American, in the day of victory in a world war by the armies fighting under the banner of World Democracy, rise, rise in a night and all be represented in a National Convention here, and thus the whole race-elect its spokesman before the world. Local Arrangements Headquarters Joe L. Neal Foods Wm. Monroe Trotter, Secy. B4 Cornhill, Boston, Mass. Please form a League and come as delegate or affiliated. —W. M. T. MISSIONARY BOARD Juftman, Ga., Nov. 28, 1918—As a member of the Executive Missionary board of the Ga. Annual Conference, I attended the Conference together. DON'T Old Carriages, THE Twenty (20 Y DON'T NEGLECT Old Carriages, Autos, Buggies, etc., w when done over THE ONLY COLORED Doing business in Twenty (20 Years Experience John A DON'T NEGLECT YOUR VEHICLE Old Carriages, Autos, Buggies, etc., will have the same new, snappy look: when done over by me. AT WARD'S --- All Church Notices-Must be in by Tues day Noou to Insure Publication. .THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE SATURDAY DECEMBER 7.1918 ought to exist among the Baptist of the city. The call to Christian arms has stirred Savannah as never before. The service of doing and giving for the Lord's cause brings out the finest and best that is in us. This awakened in terrest must be taken hold of and made the most of or it will sink back into sloth and indifference from which it will take long years of endeavor to bring back again. While each church is a unit in itself, yet it is one in the whole Baptist family, a specimen and one of a species. The Thanksgiving offering of $101,- (0) is to be divided equally between For eign Mission and Charity hospital. The fund for the hospital is to fit up free ward for poor no matter what creed or dogma. By Mrs. A. E. Orner. THANKFUL BAPTIST CHURCH Huntingdon street, west of West Broad street; Rev. J. H. Edwards, pastor. Rev. Edwards preached Sunday at the Abercorn Baptist church, Bincou, Ga. Services were well attended and a good collection was taken up in spite of the bad weather. There will not be any services now until further notice. BETH EDEN BAPTIST CHURCH Special notice to the officers and members: 1. While the ban remains all envelopes and money are to be collected with other members of the board. with other members of the board at Savannah. We reported over $3,000 Missionary Money for the year 1918, of which $000 was carried to the Conference for Home and Foreign Missions. The balance was raised for special needs of the various churches thruout our bounds. After reporting we went out to W. End, to the beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. R. Williams, where the visiting missionary ladies were royally entertained by Mesdames Williams, Sherman and Cargile. On Sunday evening the visiting missionary ladies and Revs Jefferson and E. W. Johnson were royally entertained by Mr. and Mrs E. J. Newton on Park Ave. NEWS OF INTEREST By State Editor W. R. Mack The County Fair at Swainsboro last week was simply grand and a financial success. Pres. A. J. Franklin and Secretary Downs, B. F. Allens and others have my highest commendation. Sixty five desirable lots were sold to the Colored citizens of Swainsboro and Emanuel County last Friday. Editor Mack of Augusta delivered an address and the lots were sold. This desirable tract was the property of Mr. Fred Flanders. Ex-Sheriff. Rev. J. A. Kirkland of Gough filled his appointment at McCullough's Cove nant last Sunday and despite the inclemency of the weather a splendid au dience was present to greet him and Editor Mack of Augusta. Kirk- land is a great leader Editor Mack filled his appointment at Gough last Monday night and lectured to the public.,More than 500 rep-resentative men and women heard the grand lecturer, and his stay was a source of pleasure. Gough is a fine little city, and too much can't be said complimentary of its citizens. Rev. W. R.Franklin. N. W. Walker, J. A. Kirkland, and others are bringing things to pass. Mr. M. H. Campbell of Rosier is one of Burke County's most prosperous farmers. He owns quite 500 acres of fine land, and operates in the neighborhood of 12 plows. He makes everything and his check is good at the bank. Rev. S. P. Campbell is one of the biggest preachers in the state. Rev. W. M. Lovett, the Moderater of the Central Baptist Association filled the pulpit at Philip Grove Baptist Church on last Sunday and delivered a powerful sermon. Editor Mack was present, and made a talk. The congregation was splendid, owing to the inclementy of the weather. The editor was the guest of Deacon Gordon, and was most royally cared for. YOUR VEHICLE will have the same new, snappy look: by me. VEHICLE PAINTER in the city today Best References adcden 9 WEST BROAD STREET --- and reported at 218 East Park avenue not later than Sunday afternoon of each week. 2. The captains of tribes will please make their financial reports at the above place as follows: Sunday, Dec. 8th, Tribe of Asher; Dec. 15th, Tribe of Issachar; Dec. 22nd, Tribe of Zebulan; Dec. 29th, Tribes of Joseph and Benja min. 3. The treasurer and the chairman of finance are requested to come to the pastor's study between the hours of 4 and 5 each Sunday afternoon. 4. The pastor earnestly requests that the members pray regularly at home and listen attentively for the reopening of the church. 1ST. CONG'L CHURCH Habersham and Taylor streets; Rev. W. L. Cash, pastor. On account of the closing ban having been put on registry to the sanitary board of the city, there will not be any services held in the church on next Sunday. Therefore, the "Every Member Drive," planned for Sunday afternoon, December 5th, will be called off until the ban is lifted. The members of the church are earnestly requested to carry or send their envelopes containing their weekly offerings, either to Mr. P. A. Dene gall, treasurer, at the Colored Carnegie Library or to Mr. Sol. C. Johnson, clerk, at the Savannah Tribune building. American Red Cress Presents Twelve-Star Service Pin to Colored Minister. ```markdown ``` The Rev. R. H. Windsor of Rayville, La., and the Twelve-Star Service Pin Presented to Him by the American Red Cross. Having the right to and needing a twelve-star service pin, the Rev. R. H. Windsor of Rayville, La., a zealous Red Cross worker, has been presented with a unique decoration by the American Red Cross. The father of nineteen sons, twelve of whom are with the colors, this genial colored minister of the Baptist church probably holds the record for sons in the military service of the United States. If there are any others with similar or better status, they are yet to be heard from. In the accompanying illustration of the twelve-star pin, topped with the Red Cross insignia, it will be noted that the first bar bears five stars. These represent five individual sons—Bennie, Robbin, Jeff, Johnnie and Archie. The next bar bears two stars representing twins, George and Lafayette; the next bar is similarly decorated, representing William and James, also twins; and the bottom bar, with its three stars, represents the trilets, Matthew Mark and Luke. Eight of the boys are volunteers, and the other tour were called in the draft. Upon hearing of the remarkable record of the Windsor family, President Wilson, who is also president of the American Red Cross, wrote to the Roy Mr. Windsor as follows: I am writing to say with what interest and admiration I have learned of the fact that twelve of your sons are in the service of our country, and the thirteenth impatiently waiting to follow them in. This is a splendid record and I commend you from the bottom of my heart. The colored troops have proved themselves fine soldiers." SPECIAL NOTICE The Bostick Optical Co. announces to its friends and patrons the continuance of its business at 107 Broughton street, west. It will be the policy of the company in the future, as in the past, to give the same high-grade professional service to those who favor it with their patronage.-Adv. CERVUS ALCES Weldon Lodge No. 26, I. B. P. Q. E. at W., holds its regular meetings the first and third Tuesday in each month, 8:30 p. m. at Masonle temple, Gwinnett street, west. H. Henry Spencer, E. R. J. D. Powell, Secretary McCall's 8121 Ladies' Cape 8417 Ladies' Skirt Call's Magazi 8121 Ladies' Cape 8477 Ladies' Skirt McCall's Magazine 8121 Ladies' Cape 8475 Ladies' Skirt SNER, 135 WHITAKER ST. Savannah, Georgia The Old Reliable S You will die a seeker, if you are s the one issued by the Pilgrim Health Home office, 1143 Gwinnet Street, T. J. Walker, Sec. and Treas.; W the Company that has perpetuated Honesty and Justice," so well that holders in particular, style it to your or twenty-five cents do to you tangible results. For insur The Pilgrim Health BRANCH O Local and Long Distant U. S. PERRY, Supt. Its No Trick for U When it comes to Shoe Repair the use of the very best material traction. Gave us a trial with your ing. 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Also Sells New York Herald, Chicago Defender, The Grit, Boxing Record and the Morning News. A. MANZO, GENERAL MANAGER 145 West Broad Street Magazine Still Making Good seeking for a contract better than Health and Life Insurance Company, Augusta, Ga., H. C. Young, Pres. V. S. Hornsby, General Manager its motto, which is "Promptness, the public in general and the po- the "people's company." in which its full duty in bringing home ance talt really protects, join & Life Insurance Co BEST BROAD STREET telephones, 4129 and 1463 A. B. SINGFIELD, Gen'l. Sup. Is to Please You Air Work. Reasonable prices and eliminate all doubts as to satis- pair of shoes that needs repair. 309 WHITAKER STREET LINEAUX WATCHMAKER URANTEED ST BRO ST LUNT AND RETAIL- session Merchant ND 23 JEFFERSON ST --- THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE.SATURDAY DECEMBER 7,1918 PAGE THREE You Are Judged By Your Printing! If you are Shoddy, then any kind of printing will do. The distinctively high-class, good-looking kind is done by- THE TRIBUNE It has the touch which shows individuality, character and class; not the cheapest, but the best---the kind which brings RESULTS. LINOTYPE Wedding Invitations, Dance Programs, Minutes, By-Laws, Financial Cards, Tickets, Letter Heads, Bill Heads, and Cards In Fact We Print Everything The Savannah Tribune TELEPHONE 2171 1009 West Broad St. Savannah, Georgia E FOUR THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE Established 1875 By JOHN H. DEVEAUX Published by SOL. C. JOHNSON Editor and Proprietor JAS. H. BUTLER Anso. Editor and Managar FD. H. BURKE City Editor Published Every Saturday 1009 WEST BROAD STREET Phone 2151 Subscriptien Rate Due Year.....$1.50 Six Months.....$1.00 Remittance must be made by Express or Post Office Money Order, or Regis- sured Letter. Advertising Rates given on application. Entered at the Post Office at Savannah, Georgia as second class Mail. Saturday December 7, 1918 GIVE BOTH SIDES. A Brunswick Negro is a white man whom he fo- foul in his house with his wife, wounds the latter and then rings up the police barricks, telling them of his deed and awaits the arrival of officers to be arrested. The daily papers the next morning give the woman's statement of the affair, which was that the white man came to the house to deliver some legal papers and when her husband came in he began shooting. The papers admit that the man who did the shooting gave an entirely different version of the affair, which they state the dead man's friends do not believe. It is rather interesting to note that they did not think enough of the Negro's story, to put it in print. We wonder if the reading between the lines does and suggest that the Negro in his defense is not going to rely on something like the "Unwritten Law?" NEGRO AND SHIPYARD STRIKE The status of the Negro artisan and common laborer in the present strike at the Foundation Shipbuilding Company resolves itself, upon analysis, into the same old relation of "cat's paw." In the past, whenever white men have oragnied or coralled Negro men to unite on a great strike or any protest it has been for the purpose of removing the possibility of the Negroes' becoming strike breakers, thus defeating the ends for which the white leaders were contending. Invariably also, when normal conditions have been restored, by arbitration or what not, and the men have returned to their places, the Negro worker has found to his credit little or no benefit. This result has been uniform. If Unionism really meant what the name implies, a union of the interests and causes of all working men to improve working conditions, to increase wages, to share the profits of their labor, and thus to make comfortable living for their families; then Unionism for the Negroes with the whit's would be a good thing. The white unionist, however, has never had any sincere interest in the welfare and lot of the Negro laborer. He has affiliated with him and organized him for the sole purpose of exploiting him. He has done all the directing and planning of the strikes in which the Negro has joined, and has held his counsels apart from the Ne On the other hand, he looks upon the Negro skilled worker as his serious competitor, and regards him as an institution to be restricted and outlawed, because it jeopardizes his own strength as a trader for better working conditions and wages. Wherever Negro strike breakers and "scales" have gone in with capital, under protection, to take the places of white strikers, the white union men have lost ground and strength. The American Federation of Labor has come to recongize and reckon with the Negro laborer on this score. Negroes have been justified in be coming strike breakers because of the insufficiency and unfairness of white unions. We hope to see them continue to deal with white unionism so as to rehuke it for its selfishness, its discriminations and its prejudices. White workingmen have no interest in Negro workingmen, and they "bog" everything in the way of good positions and favorable conditions when Negro labor cannot bid of its own strength. There has been rank discrimination on the mere ground of color at all the war-production plants about Savannah, even if less at the Foundation than elsewhere. The presence of Negroes earning high wages has been reported there as elsewhere, and the evidence of it shows itself in the feeling of antagonism between the white and black workers. White workers at the shirvards do not want Negroes of any grade to get equal wages with themselves. Every Negro and every white man at the yards know this. We believe a great many of the Negroes who have quit know that they are to derive little or no benefit from striking. They likewise believe that after the white unionists have secured what they want, they will turn their energies again to restricting and degrading Negro labor. They have been doing it before the strike, why should they change now? We cannot help feeling that it would be a good thing for the cause of justice and fairness and sincere unionism if Negroes refused to join this strike, except on definite terms of fair play and equal consideration in the future. And if Negro leaders, representing Negro workers are refused these demands they should deal directly with the employing corporations as may seem best to do. Negro labor has had no market in which to bid until the war came on. Discrimination has kept him out. Unionism has prevented him from bar agining. And the only way to bring Unionism to its senses is to buck it by defeating its selfish ends. Labor has no particularly clean record. It has struck at critical and most important times for the good of the nation. It has invaded personal and property rights at times, and has sometimes brought its own deserved possibilities into reproach and question. Above all things, labor should be sympathetic with all workingmen, and rigidly fair to all men. Labor claims to proceed upon this lofty humanitarian schedule. We all know, however, that their program of betterment does not include the Negro laborer, skilled or unskilled, and we adjure the Negroes to trade with the whites in these strikes on definite and well understood terms for the future. Up to the time of going to press there has been no adjustment of the differences between the strikers and the employing company. Meanwhile, the plant is practically idle, thousands of unemployed are on the streets and a great economic loss is being sustained. This community owes it to the ship building company to protect, with its police power, the life and limb of men who may desire to work at the plant as an "open shop;" and we believe there are a great many men who do not know why they are striking and who would like to return to work, and would do so under proper guarantees and unrestricted opportunity in all lines of skilled occupation at the big plant. These men should have the opportunity to do so. There is no doubt of the necessity and value of oragnized labor, if only it operated justly and fairly toward all men—to Negroes who must largely furnish the workers of the world. As it operates, however, toward the hundreds of thousands of Negro artisans and unskilled laborers in America we find very little to say in its favor. THE NEGRO IN COURT In all the past, there has been more or less good ground for the claims that Negro people did not get even justice in the courts of the land; that when ever an issue involved a white man on the one hand and a Negro on the other, the issue was always adjudged in favor of the white man; that the testimony of a white man or woman without regard to the standing of the parties was always to be given greater weight than that of Negro witnesses. We have even heard open appeal made by counsel to juries to accept the testimony of white men to the exclusion and disregard of that given by Negroes, and other sordid appeals based upon the score of color alone. It has even been bluntly put, in open court, in this wise: "Are you gentlemen going to convict this white man on the testimony of these niggers," and other such re marks These practices, unfortunately, altho entirely prejudicial, unjust, unjudicial and illegal, have been frequently bulged and tolerated by the courts, in cases, involving Negroes, either as principals or witnesses. They have bred a distinct and lack of confidence on a distrust and lack of trust in the part of Negro people for the courts, which endures yet, and for good reason. They have bred a disrespect for law, and have encouraged a feeling among Negroes that they cannot expect to have their wrongs redressed in courts. These practices have not been without their baneful influences upon the whites, for they have engendered the feeling that "Negroes have on rights which a white man is bound to respect" to the extent that he respects the rights of another white man. And we dare say that nine tenths of all the people of the land will agree, that the rights and property of Negroes may be transgressed and invaded with much less risk than those of a white man. They can prove it by the records: They have seen the property rights of Negroes assailed with impunity, their property taken under color of the law or without it, under fear, without address; they have seen Negroes assaulted, murdered and lynched without any effort being made to apprehend the per- The SAVANNAH TRIBUNE pertaatrs of the crime. Most every man in Georgia can today recall numerous instances of the above, the facts and circumstances surrounding which appeared clearly or were easily available to the authorities of the jurisdictions in which they occurred. It is the rarest thing in the courts, that a white man is ever punished for any grade of assault upon the person of a Negro; and when rare instances have occurred, it has been upon most aggravating circumstances. To most white men in country districts, certainly, Negro property and person are not only not inviolate, but the subject of attack upon the slightest provocation. These conditions, even today, are so well established and so very much the rule, that Negro people are calloused as to them and expect them. Moreover, it is noteworthy and rare when even handed justice is meted out to Negro complainants and offenders in the courts. We have gone all over the above old story, in order to call attention to the rigid justice and impartiality which characterizes the courts of record in this county. Here, justice is kind, and not the color of a man's skin, and weighing only his crime by a painstaking study only and consideration of the facts and circumstance surrounding it. There can be no base or unrighteous appeals to race prejudice in these courts. Only the law and the facts may enter into the adjudication of issues there. The uniform justice and equity met ed out to all men in these higher courts of Chatham county are so rare in comparison to the many counties in the minds of thinking, law abiding Negro citizens, as to be unique. Negroes interested in the welfare of the race are far more sensitive to fairness and simple justice, than to imposition and wrong. The advanced Negro feels hopeful in such a jurisdiction; more ambitious to go forward; inspired to accumulate and to build; axious o perform his citi zenship duties, too; conscious of the security and protection of the law under which he lives. It would seem almost improper to call attention to the high judicial char acter of a court. All courts are pre sumed, in theory, to be clean, pure and inviolate. The law is just and fair, but the practise often descends as we have outlined; and Negroes have al ways borne the brunt of that depravity. The facts, however, are so clear and so common, that a court which deals justly with all men, white and black, deserves to be congratulated for its high courage and true devotion to duty and right. Barnes, thou wert mild and lovely, Gentle as the summer breeze, Pleasant as the air of evening When it floats among the trees. Peaceful be thy silent slumber, Peaceful in the grave so low, Thou no more our sorrow shall know. Yet again we hope to meet you When the day of life is fled, Then in heaven with joy to greet you Where no farewell tears are shed. Sister Barnes, thou hast left us Here thy loss we deeply feel, But 'tis God that hath bereft us, He can all our sorrows heal. Pride of Beuna Vista Court. Mrs. Mary C. Carter Mrs. L. L. Hayes will sail today on the St. Louis for New York from where she was called on account of the death of her sister, Mrs. Mary C. Carter, who died November 25th at her sister's residence, Mrs. R. Jackson, after a very short illness. She was buried November 30th from St. Mark's church of which she was a member. She was also a member of the V. B. A, and the Sons and Daughters of Zion. She is survived by her husband, Mr. Henry Carter; five sisters and five brothers, Mrs. C. Lewis of Jacksonville, Mrs. S. B. Forrest, Mrs. A. Bowen of New York, Mr. Jos. M. Shelton of Norfolk, Va., Alford Shelton who is now in France, Messrs. James and Harry Shelton of this city and other relatives. The interment was in White Bluff cemetery. CARDS OF THANKS Mrs. Marrilla Green desires to thank her many friends for the kindness shown her during the illness and death of her sister, Mrs. Pinkey Floyd, and also for the beautiful floral designs. Mrs. Anna Grant, No. 9 West 31st lane, is improving from her recent accident. She wishes to thank her pastor, Rev. Branch, and the members of St. Philip church also Dr. O. C. Clayborne and other friends for their assistance and sympathy. Mrs. R. Jackson and family wish to express their most sincere thanks to their many friends and relatives for their kindness and sympathy shown them in their sad bereavement and for the many beautiful floral designs. SATURDAY DECMBER 7, 1918 Memoriam Fields—In memory of my beloved mother, Mrs. Sarah Fields, who departed this life on December 5th, 1915. Gone but not forgotten The Lord has taken you away from us, but He knows best. It is just as fresh in my heart today as the morning the Lord took you away. Sleep on, dear mother, sleep on, and take thy rest; we love you but Jesus loves you best. Mrs. Minnie Gillison, Mrs. Janie Young son, Mr. Albert Fields of Philadelphia Mrs. Julia Gatson, sister, Garnett, S. C. Fellon, Montezuma, Ga.—In sad but loving remembrance of my dear wife, who left us November 27, 1914, at twelve fifteen p. m. at 62 Drayton street, Montezuma, Ga. "Not now, but in the coming years,—It may be in the better land,— We'll read the meaning of our tears, And then, sometime we'll understand. We'll know why clouds instead of sun Were over, many a cherished plan. Why song has ceased, when scarce leap gun; Yes, there, up there, we'll understand. Gone but not forgotten Husband, A. L. Felton. Felton—In sad but loving memory of our adored mother, Mrs. Florida Felton. On Nov. 27th, here flickered and went out a light of a life which shining, as it did, in immeasurable brightness, impressed itself indelibly on the memory of every one who knew her. Her friends, were numbered by her large acquaintance in this city and others, and was loved by children and all as she carried sunshine and a smile everywhere she went, and a smile on her dear face was a touch of heaven it self. Altho some days our lives and hearts are touched with sadness, and tears of sorrow flow, we thank God for having given us this beautiful life, altho He saw fit to take her from us, just at the time it seemed, that her life was the sweetest to us. And tho we loved her, Jesus loved her more And He has sweetly called her To yonder shining shore. The golden gates were open. A voice she loved, said "Come." And with farewells unspoken. She calmly entered home. Gertrude Felton Her Sons, Mr. Chas. S. Felton Mr. A. Leroy, Felton, Jr. Corp. Wm. G. Felton U. S. RAILROAD ADMINISTRATION W. G. McAdoo, Director Gen. of R. R. PLEASE SAVE YOUR OWN TIME and help prevent congestion at ticket offices by buying Good for bearer or any number of persons on all passenger trains of all rail roads under Federal control. On sale at principal ticket offices. Don't neglect your shoes. keep well- shod. Bring repair work of all — kinds to W. Broad Street Shoe Repair Shop and we will please you. Ladies' and Children's Work a specialty William Taylor. Proprietor Isatur Home Work called for and delivered 1103 W.Broad St PORO FOR THE HAIR The leading System for Hair Culture and Beautifying. Scalp Treatment and Manicuring For quick service and best results, see MME, A. B. SINGFIELD 511 W. 40th St. Phone 5123-J MRS. ALLEN OFFERING SPECIAL INDUCEMENTS Mrs. A. E. Allen, after a stay in New York of nearly four months, is back to her business and will begin with a class on Monday. She is making a special offer for one month, teaching the famous Pomard's System of Hair Culture and giving a course in manicuring and beauty culture, all for $20.00. This is your chance, give diploma and a supply of preparations along with a regular outfit to each agent. Mrs. A. E. Allen, Southern Agent, Pomard's Egyptian Hair Grower, Room 201, Wage Earners Bank. Wage Earners Savings Bank Combined Assets at the End of Each Fiscal Year 1900 (Commenced Business) $ 102 00 1901 1,144 00 1902 2,462 03 1903 11,637 37 1904 14,587 63 1905 20,897 28 1906 35,749 51 1907 67,966 90 1908 70,553 58 1909 78,085 04 1910 102,874 88 1911 116,368 08 1912 214,239 09 1913 221,424 22 1914 267,646 58 1915 302,921 79 1916 322,766 97 1917 370,767 96 Sept. 30, 1918 $538,019.74 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS L. E. Williams, President Sol. C. Johnson, Vice President R. A. Harper, Cashier E. C. Blackshear, Asst. Cashier Mrs. R. L. Barnes G. H. Bowen Samuel J. Brown J. M. Ferreebee R. A. Harpe Thos. M. Holly Dr. J. W. 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Locals and Personals Mrs. Raney Morrisun has left the Charity Hospital, and is at her home, | 426 Williamson St. * yitdle Ethel Theresa Burroughs is eut again afier undergoing an opera- tion at the Georgia Infirmary, _ ifs. Fannie Cuyler, formerly of this city, but now of -Rabylon, L .1., is convyalescing. Mra. EM, Williams of San Antonio Bexas is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Thos. BE, Ferreebee ut 413 W. Hall street. Mrs. Gertrude Atchison Pate, form erly of Savannah, but now of N. ¥. City arrived in this city Monday morning tu ypend a month with Mrs. Robert Coop- er, 1217 Burroughs Street. Mrs. Julia Brown has returned tc the city after a visit of three Month: with her aunt, Mrs. Ruth Flemming ot Montclair, N. J. While there she al so spent a while with Mrs. Janet Tale of Mechanicsville, N. Y., her brother, Rr. Geo, Richards, of Albany, and M?s duia Spalding of N.Y. City. Mrs. Clarence D. Brown of Phila- devin: is visiting in the city. Mr. Jas. EL Zealey of Paris Istand was in the city this week, - Mr. and Mrs, W. M. Murray, ae- cuupeied by their nephew, Mr. [sic Murray. returned from Hartford, Conn, where they have been for nearly .twe years. They are now at 1017 W. 37th Street = Mrs. Hettie Groen and her daughter, Miss Leola Green, returned home after spending wore than 17 months in the xorth. They are now at 722 W. Duffy. Miss Mattie B. Perry arrived in the ty Thursday from New York on ac count of the illness of her mother, Dr. O. B. Tyson who has been ill for the past week, is much improved and expects to be ont in a day or two. Mr Wiltism Henry Sanders of New ark was in the city this week en route %& Pampa, Fla,, where he will spend the wintex Mies Alice Hinora Cox of Atlauta iy in the city the guest of Mrs. Ellen WoeSard of Henry street, west. 15 Edna Carter of Rome is in the sity for a few days Migs Wilhelmina Jones of Atlanta, is Im the city for a few days visiting her brother, Mr. Charles F. Jones. Mz. teh» S, Middleton of Athens is in the city spending a few days with hie brother, Mr. Wenry Midleton. Mrs, Georgia Small of New York is in the city for a few days, en route to Key West. Mre Anna Bradford anid Mrs. Lula Butler of Augusta are the guests of relatives bere. Misses Hattie stake, Julia Butler and Sadye Reid of Jacksonville, Fla., are in the city en route to Charleston, S. @, where they will serve in a wed tine party. _ | Mr. Alesander Multon of Birming ham. Ala. fs in the city en route to | Brunswick, Afss Wena Marlboro of Charleston, Q G,'was in the city this week, the guest of her sister. | Messrs. Jobn H. Stant, Benry F. Garter and Charles ‘C. Woods of New York were’ in the city this week en Toute to Jacksonville, Fla. Among the visitors in the city this week were Messrs.James H. Bolfon and Henry Jackson of New York, who were cn route to points in Florida. Mrs. Edwina Taylor and daughter of Atlanta, were in the city this week ‘visiting relatives. - Mrs, Elizabeth Miller of West Hen ry street, is visiting in Atlanta. She ‘will also spend a while in Chattanoco go, Tenn., before returning home. | Miss Hettie Johnson and Mrs. Sarah Braaton of Charleston passed through the city this week en route to Bruns Wick to visit relatives. . Messrs. Andrew C. Middleton and Joseph Butler feft Sunday for New York where they will spond the winter, Miss Madeline C. Bruce of Tuahesce, Alt. said Mass Ada M. Miller are. in the city Visitue rebutives, They will lenve Monday for Charleston and other cities in Sonth Carolina. Mr. Jehmson Peyton of Newark is in the city visiting relatives. J Mrs. Juanita Middleton — received word this week that her husband. Sgt. Henry C. Middleton had arrived safely ‘in France. Mrs. Annie Williams has received word that her son, Sgt. William H. Williams has arrived, safely in England | Miss Susan Robertson of Miami, Fia., is in the city visiting relatives, - Mrs. Jnlia A. Norcross and daughter of Augusta. are in the city for a few days. Mrs. Sarah Mixon of Luiuckshear is visiting in the city. | Mrs. Sadie Curtwright of Atlanta is in the city visiting friends. Photographer J. W. Johnston of ©o lumbia, S. C,, wan in the efty last week in the interest ‘fi his business. * SOCIAL Mors. Minnie E.. Taylor entertuined on last Saturday evening at her resi— dence, 319 W. 36th Street, NU ¥. City In honor of her eldest son. whe is now a Sergeant at Newport News. Va. — Among the gutsts were Mr. and Mrs. William Barton, Miss Etta Gordon. Mrs. Laura Johtson, Mr. Thomas H. ae Mr. A. 1. Malone, Mrs. Fran ces TR. Williams, Ma. and Mrs. Robert Mason, Miss J. E. Green, Mrs. Al Lux Mrs. I. N. Anderson, Mr. Julian Hart Mrr, Rosa Williams, Mr. and Mrs, W E, Taylor, and Miss Marjorie Stewart. On Monday night, Nov. 14, Mrs. THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE SATURDAY DECMBER 7, 1918 Janette Hale entertained a number of ° friends with a farewell dinner, at her |of the Bostwick Optical company is t | residence, 35 1-2 Champlain Ave. a coutinued at 107 Broughton street vhaniesville, N. Y. in honor of her j west, as in the past. The death o sister, Mrs. Julia Brown uf Savannah. Dr. B. B. Bostwick, while a great per- | The color scheme was beautifully car |sonal Ioss to those in the company [ried out in white and piuk roses. |23 well as to his many friends in Sav. Among the guests were Mr. and Mrs, |annah, does not mean the closing o {Charles Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. Geo.|the store, Fortunately, Miss Iren | Richards, Mrs. Ruth Flemming, Mr, |Norris, who is a graduate optometrist and Mrs. William Ashby, of Nashville, }is fully capable of carrying on th : Tenn., Mrs and Mrs, Arthur Davis,|professionat work of Dr. Bostwick ,j Airs. Clarence Abbott of Lake Cham— and she is to remain with the compan; ; Plain, Mrs, Emma Lambert, Mr, and|in the same capacity as in the past [Mre. Peacock Hale, and Miss Mary lates Norris has been with the Bort 'Fhompson of Philadelphia, Pa. <i Calicut Tienes caddie ~—NUELIFE THE GUARANTEED HAIR GROWER Per Box 30c. By Mail 40¢. .NU-LIFE Prapuration gives new life to thehair. ‘ NU-LIFE has mon.its success wholly on its merit. NU-LIFE lulmivates the scalp invi- gorates the roots. feeds the th sues amd promotes growth Address MML, ESTELLE’S NU-LIFE COLLEGE T2 W. 138th St. New York City MME. WILLIAMs Poro Treatment a Specialty ‘Manicuring, Uair Dressing, Facial Massage and Hair Straightening : Combings Made to Order -0oR. CITURCH & CONGRESS STS, BEAUFORT, 8. 0. Jq the condition of your hair after a treatment of Mms Walker's system ot Har Caiture anc neauty prepares tions, System taugd. iaploma awarded. . Madame J. S. Perry, : 2210 Bulloch St, Mme. L. W. Gaskins NEW YORK GITY Fa School for Manicuring and — Hair Dressing. All branches taught reasonable. Comb- ings made to order. Mani- | curing for gentlemen a spec- ; ialty . ‘WAGE EARNERS BANK Bldg. | BUSINESS TO CONTINUE Miss Norris to Carry on the Optome- trist Work of Dr. Bostick Announcement is made in The Sav— annah Tribune today that the business A wT rc Cc nr A COM’ LETE GROCERY STORE '- ‘Largest Finest and Best aa @ | Only Firstelgss Articles.in stock. oo 7 Experienced management and eomatecns . : _«_ Thetrade of the public.at large 1s Sgilicitea. _ a # Regulation Cash Prices Preval, Mee oh ee, ‘Goods delivered to mpy'partoi fhe city =~ = = Vad, ac let . nd j . = a Be Se ° as rte am > 4 as ead > at . é . 7 oo " ———————————————————ooeoe“=*qw@aaemraqeeeeeeeeeeeeeEE Enterprise | Mercantile Company 450 West Broad Street - | Near Wage Earners Bark Temporary Phone 1198 2 ere = bier eee ocr: ” Rt [ae eae nee ae EOP AU 1S eet Gai tt A Mc St Poa ag aa MGs ee Bete eas PE ent NE, Ae ct pes ca oa a Bs: eae oes a ats see aS Porras eo wer a i - ot Re EIR. Hea Veins: PCE AL Ri oaf hn iene 2h ORS RRR eS ce SNe ON Mang a 2, ETS 1 pers ee pen: ee ee EAs cab ac: ct Sea aie: cea i OR EE cia? RASS | EMERG SCRE ONES EUR a Soe ake | as | eh a oe be a ara e Pee >t sc SU ae eS ae eoira so aot ee ea eam . eae RR eee wee eet. «S 5 i ae er eet ees 53 eee ees Pete en ties . Reet meee a ees 20°C) ee 2 ee Le a 5 ee Fa : bit ens : B hed : OSs ea ied ~ eid i ee ba i is a ar) E i. CG PSL LORY CaCnLe, \hi ae . . Fe eee ea ye | , 5 ; caren coe ROR eee Ca , res Oe Ce Le ee i of the Bostwick Optical company is to be continued at 107 Broughton street, west, as in the past. The death of Dr. B. B. Bostwick, while a great per— sonal loss to those in the company, ag well as to his many friends in Sav— annah, does not mean the closing of the store. Fortunately, Miss Irene Norris, who is a graduate optometrist, is fully capable of carrying on the professionat work of Dr. Bostwick, and she is to remain with the company in the same capacity as in the past. Miss Norris has been with the Bost— wick Optical Oompany practically since its organization, She has done very excellent work and her profes— sional standing ig very high. The friends end patrons of the business are 2ssured that they can continue to extend it thelr patronage with the | wy Mad Sagal: PAGE KNOX A COLD ‘TARLET Has the punch, and White Pine Cough Syrup puts the finish- ing touch ina way of clean- ing up for a BAD COLD.., Only 30c each. Get them today from PATE’S DRUG STORE Hall and W. Broad P Phones 4710-4712 Uncle Sam Needs Our Men. Let The PORO. SYSTEM TAKE CARE OF YOU FIGHTING FOR PEACE PORO SYSTEM BY LOUIS MO. "PORO" COLLEGE COMPANY ST. LOUIS MO. Dept.C. Special Attention to the Diseases of Women and Children also Blood and Genito Urinary Diseases MRS. H. G. YOUNG HAIR DRESER AND MANICURIST ...Mme. C. J. Walker's Systems.. GOODS ALWAYS ON HAND Phone 1548-W 461 WEST BROAD ST To serve trustworthily our Government and our constituency in this period of war is, according to our code, the highest obligation now resting upon the officers and employees of this Railway. In order to do this successfully we need the fullest cooperation of the traveling public. It is a joint obligation which we may best fulfill by helping each other. Man power should be conserved with the same care that food is conserved. Help the railroad you travel over by purchasing tickets before boarding trains, by seeing that your baggage is in good order and securely strapped and locked. Do not pack among your belongings, jewelry, liquids, or fragile articles, or any other forbid den thing. Help the railroad give good and prompt service and thus help Central of Georgia Railway --- I SOLOMONLY SWARE THAT I WONT EAT NO MORE ICE CREEM WHAT'S MAID WITH SUGER NOR NO MORE CANDY WHAT'S MAID WITH SUGER. HONEST AN TROO- CROSS MY HART. AMEN! 5 CENT CONES FRESH BAKED SUGAR COOKIES. ME TOO! CANDY U. S. Food Administration. AN HEROIC SACRIFICE. PAGE SIX DR. Special Atta Next to Uni Switches Made from combings MRS. HAIR Phone 1548-W Reciprocal Service Electrical Face and Scalp treatment THE SAVANNAH TRIBUNE SATURDAY DECEMBER 7,1918 AMONG THE .MASONS AMONG THE .MASONS Liberal Benelits for all ages Branch Office: 509 W. Broad St. Williams Bldg. T. K. GIBSON, GEN, MGR. The antiquity of Masonry is one of its greatest charms. Our Masonic obligations should al ways be fulfilled to the letter. Let us not weary in well doing when our brethren need our services. Georgia Masonry is harmonious and prosperous. So may it ever be. Life is brief. Let us fill the meas ure of our day with usefulness. A loyal Mason will never bring dis grace upon Masonry by any act of his. Masonic friendship is founded upon brotherly love. If it is so founded misfortune and disaster cannot weaken or destroy it. It is concreted in David and Jonathan. When the crucial test comes it is found not wanted. When a brother is in want or distress, then it empties itself in helpfulness. How pitiable is the condition of that Mason who lies down when his brother is set upon by his enemies. Love is not only the strongest and best thing on earth, but it is the only emotion that prevails in heaven.—Masonic Home Journal. The spiritual and moral upbuilding of the community is as necessary to its material welfare as its financial and industrial progress. Our fraternity has always been the advocate of clean and pure morals, just and equal laws in the state, religious toleration and the suppression of crime.—Selected. The Closing Year The year is growing to a close; the plans upon the trestle board are nearly completed. What of the harvest? What has been accomplished during the year that is rapidly passing away? Has your lodge been strengthened or weakened? We do not mean so much as to increase in members, but in good works, in deeds of charity, in the promotion of harmony and goodwill, in moral uplift. Has your lodge taken its place among the great factors for good in your community? Has it been a beacon light, a city set upon a hill, a leader in, all that tends to bene fit humanity and glorify God? These are questions well worth pondering. They appeal to us with tremen dous force. They must be answered sooner or later, now or hereafter. What of the future? If Masonry is to retain her position as the greatest of all fraternities, the lodges as well as individual Masons, must stand for all that is highest and noblest and best. Let us work toward that goal, so that the new year may find us armed and equipped for the battle against all that is low and degrading and base. Attendance at funerals should be a sacred duty to every loyal Mason. It is the tribute we pay to our deceased brother. A Builder Masonry, says Brotherhood, is the builder, not the destroyer. Her work is constructive, not destructive. She sees he dim outline of a temple beyond. She sees the rising architecture of a temple before her. Yea, above the temples of the earth she sees a temple which is "from everlasting to everlasting." She looks back to antiquity and gathers all it has to teach, and then directs her attention to the future, believing it brighter and better than all the golden days of the past. She reflects upon ages and finds it assurance that instead of the world going from bad to worse, it is making progress, and going from better to best. She has faith in man's capacity for growth. She believes in the capabilities of human nature. She is convinced of the willingness of the Divine to reinforce the human. She stands for the betterment of the world. She trusts in those laws and those truths symbolized by the Holy Bible, square and compasses. Her signs and tokens serve as testimonials of character and qualifications. She points the way along which lies the promise and prophecy of the future. She reaches those things which make for the building up of honest, intelligent, patriotic citizenship. She counsels respect for the opinions and rights of others; good will and kindness as distinct from envy and hate; mutual helpfulness as distinct from selfishness; a desire to see your neighbor prosper as well as to prosper yourself—all exemplified in the spirit of fraternity—Selected. Masonry is work and no member is a true Mason until he has risen to the true dignity of his work. As Masons we labor to make ourselves a perfect building, without blemish. Character is a decisive factor. Through it we attain a personality strong enough to move others, and all great work bears the imprint of selfdenial. How then should we, as Masons, work? Let us stand for the teachings of Masonry, and maintain, support and defend them. Let us serve well our state and country. Let us side with truth and love for truth's sake. With all our strength let us right the wronged and relieve the oppressed. Let us raise the fallen, sustain the weak, and lend aid to those in want and harassed by distress. Let us find more frequent occasion to hear the obligations administered that we may better observe them. Let us within our lodge seek to uplift those who are in need of wisdom as to the realities of the teachings of Masonry.—Selected. Editor Savannah Tribune, Dear Sir:— The inmates of the Masonic Home School ask to acknowledge, through the columns of your widely read journal, their thanks and appreciation of the true and generous friends that God has raised up for us. Our Thanksgiving day was made merry by the many gifts from devoted friends to help make us happy. Words cannot express our gratitude to those who love us and care for us and keep their sacred obligations. Our Masonic parents, Dr. H. R. Butler and Mrs. V. E. Hart, are ever vigilant and let no opportunity pass to do us good. We are grateful to their coworkers, Hon. L. G. Council, mayor of Americus, gave us $20.00 with which to buy turkeys and other good things. Dr. H. H. R. Butler gave us a large box of candy, Mrs. V. E. Hart, a large quantity of various kinds of fruit; Mr. M. R. Phillips, Mr. A. L. Felton, pork sausages; Mr. John Sheffield, $1.00; Mr. J. F. Phillips, $1.00. These merchants furnished nuts, fruits, can dies and other good things. Mr. G. L. Bowen, 4 pecan trees. Again thanking our friends, we are Inmates of the Masonie Home School. ```markdown ``` Let me teach you that course of "PORO SYSTEM AND BEAUTY CULTURE, which is one of the lead-systems of the day. Guaranteed to grow the hair. Call and see me at beauty parlors 455 1-2 MONTGOMERY ST PHONE 3848 W HE STAR HA \h GROWER --- --- Henry Mear y Mears Feed Co le and Retail Dealers in Hay and Grain of 61 309 BERRIE THE MEARS' EXPRESS piano and Furniture Movers...We Pack, Store Before closing out with anyone else, Ring 34 ears, Proprietor. 309 B y Mears Feed Compay le and Retail Dealers in Hay and Grain of All Kind. 61 309 BERRICN STREET THE ME iano and Furniture Before closing out ars, Proprietor. Expert f Henry M. iano and Furniture Movers...We Pack, Store and Ship Before closing out with anyone else, Ring 3461 ars, Proprietor. 309 Berrien Street POMARDS EGYPTIAN HAIR GROWER MADE BY POMARDS MANUFACTURING CO. NEW YORK PRICE The Most Wonderful Thousands of people Western cities, where S of the past...TRY IT MRS. A. Southern Rooms 204-205 Wag Phone 3227-J AGENT The Most Wonderful Hair-Grower ever Used thousands of people use it in the Northern and Eastern cities, where Short, Stubby Hair is a th the past...TRY IT ONCE. MRS. A. E. ALLEN Southern Representative Rooms 204-205 Wage Earners Bank Building Phone 3227-J AGENTS WANTED The Most Wonderful Hair-Grower ever Used. Thousands of people use it in the Northern and Western cities, where Short, Stubby Hair is a thing of the past...TRY IT ONCE. MRS. A. E. ALLEN Southern Representative Rooms 204-205 Wage Earners Bank Building Phone 3227-J AGENTS WANTED XII. A. M. MONROE Funeral Director LADY A. Prices to Suit. Always Open promptly PHONE YOUNG & "THE HOME OF WHERE THE PR Phone 5707-J 509 J. B, B DEALER IN FAM SOFT DRINKS, DUFFY AND C M. MONROE & COMPANY General Directors and Embalmer LADY ATTENDANT To Suit. Always Open. Shipping and Night promptly attended to PHONE 1211 YOUNG & WALKER THE HOME OF SWEETS WHERE THE PRETTY GIRLS MEET 707-J 509 WEST BROAD J. B, BUTLER BILER IN FAMILY GROCERIES FT DRINKS, ETC. Phone 4627 FY AND CUYLER STS A. M. MONROE & COMPANY Funeral Directors and Embalmier LADY ATTENDANT Prices to Suit. Always Open. Shipping and Night Calls promptly attended to PHONE 1211 J. B. BUTLER DEALER IN FAMILY GROCERIES SOFT DRINKS, ETC. Phone 4627-J DUFFY AND CUYLER STS. E. SEABROOK Funeral Director Largest stock of its kind in and carriages for hire Night or Day Call 514 West Broad St. General Director and Embalmer stock of its kind in the city. Also ambulances for hire rates Reasonable Night or Day Call Phone 2106 Broad St. Savanna Funeral Director and Embalmer Largest stock of its kind in the city. Also ambulances and carriages for hire rates Reasonable Night or Day Call Phone 2106 514 West Broad St. Savannah, Ga. Wholea PHONE 34 A WONDERFUL HAIR DRESSER AND GROWER One thousand agents wanted. Good money made. We want agents of every city and village to sell The Star Hair Grower. This is a wonderful preparation. Can be used with or without straightening irons. Sells for 25 Cents per box. —one 25c box will prove its value. Any per son that will use a 250 box will be convinced. No matter what has failed to grow the hair, just give THE STAR MAIR GROWER a trial and be convinced. Send 25c for full size box. If you wish to be an agent, send $1.00 and we will send you a full supply that you can begin work with at once, also agent's terms. Send all money or money order to THE STAR HAIR GROWER MGK., P. O. Box 812, Greensboro, N. C. Mers Feed Company ers in Hay and Grain of All Kind. 309 BERRIEN STREET MERS' EXPRESS Movers...We Pack, Store and Ship with anyone else, Ring 3461 309 Berrien Street PRICE 50 CENTS ful Hair-Grower ever Used. Use it in the Northern and Short, Stubby Hair is a thing ONCE. E. ALLEN Representative The Earners Bank Building ITS WANTED J.W.Johnston First class work is my motto. Prices as reasonable as is consistent with high grade photography. WEST BROAD STREET PHOTOGRAPH STUDIO J. W. Johnston, Proprietor 665 WEST BROAD STREET Phones 1828 I am back on the job ready to prasonally attend to your work. DE & COMPANY Sweets and Embalmier ATTENDANT En. Shipping and Night Calls attended to E 1211 WALKER SWEETS DETTY GIRLS MEET WEST BROAD ST. BUTLER FAMILY GROCERIES ETC. Phone 4627-J CUYLER STS. in the city. Also ambulances rates Reasonable Phone 2106 Savannah, Ga. ae rae = Ee