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THE FORUM VOL. 12 - NO. 49 PYTHIAN BANQUET A GRAND SUCCESS One of the most enthusiastic most interesting and best attended of fraternal social affairs ever witnessed in the city of Springfield among Negro lodge organizations was successfully staged on Wednesday evening, the 28th, instant, in the large front lodge hall in the Masonic Building by the members of Capitol City Lodge No. 12, Knights of Pythias, when more than fifty Knights, local and out of town members, and their guests gathered around the festive board to do honor to four of Illinois' most distinguished sons in the persons of Colonel John R. Marshall, assistant Doorkeeper of the House of Representatives of the Fiftieth General Assembly of Illinois, and Past Grand Chancellor and Supreme Representative of the Grand Lodge of Illinois, Knights of Pythias of North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australia; Major Robert R. Jackson, Major-General of the Uniform Rank Department Knights of Pythias, the Supreme Jurisdiction thereof, Grand Master of Exchequer of the Grand Lodge of Illinois Knights of Pythias, Treasurer of the Beneficiary Department of Grand Lodge of Illinois, Major of the Third Batallian 8th Regiment Illinois National Guard and State Representative in the Legislature of Illinois; Maj. Otis B. Duncan of the 8th Regiment, I. N. G. and Grand Vice Chancellor of the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias of Illinois and the Hon. Benj. H. Lucas, State Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge United Brothers of Friendship of Illinois and State Representative in the Fiftieth General Assembly of Ill. The table was most tastily prepared in the representation of the letter "F" and decorated with Pythian banners, flags and lodge slogans which resulted in a very attractive picture. The committee in charge consisting of J. Harold White, chairman, G. G. Bates and Alexander Perry assisted by about a half dozen of the young members of the lodge and Mr. Abner Naylor as chef, had prepared a most delicious oyster supper, with coffee and cigars, which was served with almost clockwork system, when the Master of Ceremonies, J. Harold White called the gathering to order, followed by prayed by Mr. Alexander Perry, after which all indulged to their fullest contentment and satisfaction in putting away the repast before them. The speaking was opened by E. L. Rogers, Chancellor Commander in a few choice remarks, extending a most hearty welcome on behalf of the Lodge to the invited guests, followed by District Deputy Grand Chancellor Frank B. Hicklin with a welcome on behalf of this District, combined with a charming Pythian Story. The address by Col. Marshall was a rare portraiol of Pythianism in its reality, its numerous benefits to the young man in fitting him to fulfill his proper place in the world, together with a summary of the conditions surrounding America today with a world war being fought all about her and the patriotic duty of each and every Negro in case of war being declared by Germany or the United States in holding up the illustrious reputation in deeds of valor made by our Great Race men in every conflict in which our country has engaged, from Bunker Hill to Carizal Major Duncan displayed his usual mastery of Pythianism in impressive terms, and in glowing - words paid a beautiful tribute to Col. Marshall and Major Jackson as the highest type of statesman, soldiers and fraternal leaders the country has ever known, and certainly men whose successful lives were worthy of emulation on the part of our young men making their start on life's journey. Major Jackson, known the country over as one of the best and most engaging speakers who ever appeared before an audience, whose every word one leans forward to catch less he lose the charming harmony of thought so beautifully constructed and so full of wisdom and abundant good fellowship, was easily the drawing card of the evening, and his entire discourse was one solid pardaise of the manifold beauties of pythianism, friendship, manhood, ambition, race unity and co-operation, and individuality unrestrained by any appearance or feeling of inferiority. The Hon. Benj. H. Lucas closed the program with a very excellent exposition of fraternalism from the standpoint of all secret societies, showing their similarities in that they all practiced brotherly love, as their fundamental principle, each digressing to other principles as an addition, and all performing that important duty of caring for their sick, burying their dead and providing for the widows and orphans of their deceased, and exorted every man to be affiliated with some of these organizations; giving as his parting advice that if one could not be a United Brother, by all means be a Knight of Pythias. CORNER STONE LAID AT GRACE M. E. The special Corner-stone laying ceremonies at the Grace M. E. Chnrch last Sunday afternoon by the Knights and Daughters of Tabor were exceedingly interesting and impressive and drew an unusually large crowd. Grand Chief Mentor of Illinois, L. F. Finney, of this city was in charge assisted by Grand Preceptress, Mrs. Samuel Alexander, and conducted the ceremonies in a most creditable way from the beginning to end and held the large crowd in perfect order by the interest and enthusiasm he put into the services. While the people of Grace Church make but little noise about what they are doing, they are nevertheless going right ahead with the remodeling of their church and when completed will have a church edifice the will be a credit to the Race and community. Rev. W. F. Walker has his work well in hand and has a firm hold upon the esteem, the confidences and affections of his congregation which he well deserves. The organization of the Knights and Daughters of Tabor with its Juvinile department is composed of many of the best of the Race in the city and has a numerical strength that any organization might well be proud of, whose work in behalf of charity and Race uplift is of untold value. The organization's popularity was well attested by the very large number that gathered to witness the laying of the cornerstone, which evidenced at the same time a real and sincere interest in the success and advancement of the Grace M. E. Church and its pastor. MASONS HONOR J. P. HICKMAN Hon. J. P. Hickman, M. D. of Murphysboro Tennessee, who is a brother of Mrs. G. W. Jones of this city, has been honored by the Masons of his State by being elected Secretary and Treasury of the Mortuary Burial Bureau of that Order for the District of Tenn. SPRINGFIELD, ILL., SATURDAY MARCH 31, 1917 COOPERATION SURREALITY INTEGRITY EDUCATION COOPERATION, THE FOUNDATION OF THE BOLUTION OF THE RACE PROBLEM NON SECTARIAN NON POLITICAL Mitchell's System of Solving the Race Problem through the Co-operation of the Races Upon Mutual Co-Operation Between The White and Colored People of Springfield Must Depend Future Harmony and Helpfulness Between The Races In This Community A Community Building For Springfield is Badly Needed Where the Work of Turning off the "Faucet" Can be Taken up in Earnest and With Efficiency. A Center for Healthy Publicity Must be Established The Work of Solving the Race Problem Through the Cooperation of the Races here has a Splendid start "Be Ye Doers and not Sayers only." SPRINGFIELD, ILL., SATURDAY COOPERATION FUNDATION INTEGRITY EDUATION COOPERATION, THE FOUNDATION OF THE SOLUTION OF THE RACE PROBLEM NON SECTARIAN NON POLITICAL Mitchell's System Solving the Race Problem Co-operation of the Upon Mutual Co-Operation The White and Colored Springfield Must Depend Fut Helpfulness Between The Ra munity A Community Building For Springfield Where the Work of Turning off the Taken up in Earnest and With Life Healthy Publicity Must be The Work of Solving the Race Pro operation of the Races here has Splendid things are in store for the colored people of this community if they but can have the patience to work them out. Not only is this community interested, but the entire colored population of the state will be materially effected with their highest interests advanced by the carrying out of the program of CO-OPERATION in this city. Throughout the state of Illinois active preparations are beginning for observance of the state's centennial anniversary. Every city of any consequence is planning to make the best possible effort to outdo its sister. It is one great opportunity for cities to attract attention to their municipal advantages and to prepare the way for adding to them. To no set of people in the state does the centennial mean more than to the colored people of the various cities of the state if they but could be brought to appreciate the opportunity confronting them In Springfield already without any noise or bluster of any kind, many of the thoughtful men of the Race have come to the support of the work of the Loyal Legion Co-operative Educational System and local quarters have been established and the only newspaper published in this section for the Seven Thousand members of the Race here turned over as the Official Organ of the movement, with a permanent organization effected consist of a number of the most influential colored men of the city serving on important boards. The Executive is composed of Hon. Francis G. Blair, State Superintendent of Public Instruction, chairman; Mr. Logan Coleman, cashier of the Illinois National Bank, Treasurer, and commissioner Z. W. Mitchell, Founder and Principal of the ```markdown ``` Legion's System, Secretary. The District Advisory Board is composed as follows: ADVISORY BOARD MAJOR OTIS B. DUNCAN Dist. Superintendent CHAIRMEN OF BOARDS T. W. WARRICK Council and Education Dr. S. A. WAFF Home and Civic Improvement CAPT. R. A. BYRD Enterprise and Industry EDITOR. E. L. ROGERS Charity and Relief CLARENCE CLEM Home Relations and Protection J. C. OVERBY Church Attendance and Public Welfare ATTY. B. G. CLANTON Patronage and Reciprocity MAJOR. G. W. FORD Anti-Discrimination and Equal Rights The System is incorporated under the Laws of the state of Illinois with the following as its purpose: To improve the Living conditions of the masses of colored people; to encourage closer co-operation between the White and colored Races; to promote thrift, economy and enterprise among Afro-Americans. With the Spring political campaigns practically over with, the work of the organization will be taken up in earnest. The movement is absolutely non-partisan and takes no part in politics, therefore ceases activities during political campaigns. But now to work in earnest. The respective Boards through which the various phases of the System's work are taken up are as follows: DISTRICT COUNCIL BOARD HOME AND CIVIC IMPROVEMENT Dr. S A. Ware. Phillip Moore and Dr. Jas. E. Henderson ENTERPRISE AND INDUSTRY Capt. R. A. Byrd. H. K. Wilson and Nat. Smith CHARITY AND RELIEF E L. Rogers. Chas. Renfo and Chas. Ellis HOME RELATIONS AND PROTECTION Clarence Clem, Ampn Duncan and T.F. Coleman CHURCH ATTENDANCE AND WELFARE J.C. Overby, Dr. J.I. Miles and Wm. E. Mitchell PATRONAGE AND RECIPIOCITY B. G. Clanton, H. A. Donaldson and A Meek ANTI-DISCREMINATION AND EQUALRIGHTS Major G. W. Ford, I. E. Foster and Wm. Fish OUR WOMEN OF SPRINGFIELD Up to this time no effort among the women of the Race here has been made, or representation given them in the work, but with renewed activities a call to community Service will be sent out to the women of the Race in Springfield and other cities of the state. One of the Race features of the centennial celebration will be a great Statewide co-operative congress to be participated in by many of the best of both races. Whatever part or recognition the Race merits in this great affair we have absolute assurance will be given them. It is up to the Race to pay the price, no one man is going to do it for them, and recognition, respect, and co-operation will never come from the white people of this or any other community, until the colored people themselves evidence a disposition to pay the price for these things thru effort and self sacrifice. In Bloomington a well equipped building providing for all of the community needs of the Race there stands to the credit of the work of the Legion's co-operative System. Secretary White has been doing splendid service with his pen in behalf of the fraternal circles of the city under the caption of "In The Fraternal World." chairman T. W. Warrick has looked after the interest of The Pleasant Grove organizations through appointing Mr. James Hunt as editor for that section. "Health Notes" will be looked after in the future by Dr. P. M. Santos who will possibly be given direction of the work of the Home and Civic Improvement Board. The members of Capitol City Lodge have in mind many more of the pleasant social evenings such as was spent on this occasion, and extend an invitation to the young men of Springfield to cast their ot with thss Grand and Glorious Fraternity for the mutual benefit to be found in its embracure. It is expected that a reduced rate for admission will be secured at an early date. THE HAGAN CONCERT Miss Helen E. Hagan the noted concert pianist, appeared in our city last Friday, March 23rd, under the auspices of the Springfield Woman's Club. The program was indeed grand, as Miss Hagan is one of the most noted Musical Artist in America, and the music lovers of Springfield enjoyed a rare treat. She was ably assisted by Mr. Orville Smith, in a vocal solo, and Mr. Charles F. White in his dramatic readings. Both gave excellent renditions. The Woman's Club and their president, Mrs. L. E. Barksdale, are to be congratulated on bringing to us, such a capable artist as Miss Hagan, who is a credit not only to the Race, but to her school and America. PEORIA Roscoe C. Frederick, the Republican candidate for Justice of the Peace, is a man worthy of the Colored peoples' vote. He is a lawyer of some ability and has made a good Justice of the Peace. He will give every one a square deal. We want to call the voters' attention to the fact that Roscoe C. Frederick is running on the Republican ticket. There is PRICE: FIVE CENTS PLEASANT GROVE EDITORIAL NOTES, BY JAS. HUNT Spring with her beautiful days that give vitality to mother earth, causes her face to become decorated with sweet flowers, grasses and many other beautiful features of God's handy work, has begun to dawn. The Sun bursts out in smiles upon mankind, and the result in general is that they enjoy it to their own benefit and pleasure The fowls of the air in turn, burst out in praise in honor to Him who giveth life and its environments. Everything made by our Creator, gives more praise and honor to Him than do those made in His image. Our Sunday School attendance last Sunday was 99, and our offering was $3.37. Rev. S. A. Mosely, D. D. of St. Louis, formerly of Pine Bluff Arkansas was with us and preached at the morning and evening services. His text in the morning was: "The Son of Man came to seek and to save that which was lost." He preached a spiritual, and "well seasoned" sermon. It is not a question among those who know Dr. Mosely why he ranks so high as a gospel minister, for he was graduated in the Roger Williams University, and is a factor in the National Baptist Convention; was a member of the trustee board of the Arkansas Baptist College of Little Rock, for quite a few years, during which time the writer was a student there. Dr. Mosely has been a leading pastor in one of the largest churches in Arkansas, and for some time was one of the leading teachers in the state, and served in many other capacities that tend to make the old "Bear State" rank among the leading states in the South. Rev. J. Hayden of Kansas City, Mo. was shaking hands with friends here last week. He was enroute back to Kansas City. Miss Maggie Coe, 1800 So. 17th Street has been on the sick list, but is reported better. The Mission Circle under the presidency of Mrs. Anna Page is is doing a wonderful work, the members sind official staff work in accord. They are succeeding in creating much interest in this department. Let us as a people "clear the darkened window, open wide the door and let a little sunshine in." CHARGED WITH HAVING THE WRONG IDEA Much is being said about the Constitutional Convention Bill that passed the House some days ago. Our Representatives, Jackson and Lucas, are being unmercifully scored for voting in favor of the bill by The Illinois Idea. The idea of The Idea is that the bulwark of protection safe-guarding the rights of the Colored people by the present Constitution has been swept away by the vote of these two gentlemen and that there is grave danger of the proposed convention legislating adversly against the Race in consequence. The idea of the two gentlemen in question is that The Idea has entirely the wrong idea on the subject. Their idea has been to make it possible through a new constitution to do away with the many inconsistent ideas of our present state constitution of which The Idea seems to have no idea. Major Jackson assures us that the legislature passing upon the idea of a Constitutional Convention has had no idea of the idea which The Idea suggests. another man on the Democratic ticket by the same name. Do not get the names confused. 10 Good Springfield COMMANDMENTS OR WHY THIS CITY SHOULD NOT GO DRY 1--Would throw 1500 people out of employment and the men working at hotels and janitors and porters would suffer. labor instead of voting to close them. 5--Loss of $110,000.00 in Revenue to the city each year. 6--Your Tax will increase from $1.20 to $2.00 per 100. 7--No more Conventions, Peoria would get everything. 8.-Springfield will decay instead of advancing. 9--Will fanatics rule and ruin, or will sensible people maintain control? 10--One Public Comfort station to accommodate crowds during Fair week 2--With labor values demoralized the good faithful Colored workers, who are handicapped now in getting jobs, would be more so. 3---What would your friends "the Drys" do toward providing places for those now employed in saloons and "wet" business houses that would close to you? 4--With many Colored people coming from the south into this district for work will it not be much better for them to vote to open the avenues of (Political Advertisement.) For Rent--57 Store Rooms and Business Buildings in the Business District. 57 Varieties, Like Heinz's Pickles 57 Right Now and the town is not yet DRY (Political Advertisement.) Centennial Year Next Year,1918 Will Be Centennial Year If the city is unfortunate enough to vote "Dry" next Tuesday, we will offer in addition 200 or more store and business buildings. NOTICE Which means that Springfield will entertain upwards of These 257 storerooms and business buildings will not be all occupied, lit up or decorated to welcome Centennial visitors next year, but will be closed by day and darkened by night, an eye sore to our visitors and an impediment to the growth of our business district. visitors. It is estimated that about $1,400,000 will be spent in the city for public improvements by the city and property owners combined. of Creosoted Block Pavement will be laid in the business district; boulevard lamps will be erected on the principal downtown streets; the court house square will be made more sightly; and much more will be done to beautify our business district, so that we can entertain our Centennial visitors in style becoming a large city. $1,000,000 will be put into the new State building on the State House grounds. 1918 will be a fete year—something new will be going on all the time. THE VISITORS MUST BE ENTERTAINED The State Fair will last thirty days. All kinds of people will be in attendance. Liberals, Reformers, Wets and Drys will all want to take part in our great celebration. It will be advertised widely, and we must give the people a run for the money they spend. We cannot entertain them in a dry town with blocks of empty buildings, so don't hang crepe on our fair city to cheer our Centennial visitors. The City without license would look like a deserted village with two hundred store rooms displaying signs darkened by night by lack of illumination. Such would be the city that would welcome our Centennial throngs. If the Reformers want to attend their churches, we have them here, and we hope they will attend them. It would be rank folly to vote the town dry and hope to have any measure of attendance in our Centennial year that we could hope to have with an open town. Every line of mercantile business would be affected, as well as the big hotel keepers, the rooming house keepers, the restaurant men, down to the plain housewife who may have a room or two to let to make her pin money. They would all be losers from lack of attendance if the town voted dry. The big crowds will not come unless they can be entertained. The fact is, if Springfield is voted dry, it will cut the attendance of our Centennial year in two. If you want big business and prosperity for the coming Centennial year We assume the owners and agents are anxious to rent these store-rooms. We take the liberty to advertise them. What chance would these owners have to rent these buildings if the city voted "DRY" and 200 additional store-rooms were thrown on the market? If you have a pride in your city's growth and welfare ON THE WET AND DRY QUESTION Mark your Ballot like the little Ballot below: Vote NO Tuesday Next SHALL THIS TOWN BECOME ANTI-SALOON TERRITORY? YES NO X SHALL THIS TOWN BECOME ANTI-SALOON TERRITORY? NO X --- NOTICE The following store rooms and buildings are for rent now: Mark your ballot like little ballot below. YES NO X 1,000,000 SIXTY-SIX BLOCKS FOR RENT VOTE NO YES NO X ELECTION NEXT TUESDAY, APRIL 3RD. Several hundred remnants of Percale,Gingham, Tissue, Flowered Voile, Silkoline, Madras and Curtain Materials at greatly Reduced Prices. The early bird gets the worm. R. F.Herndon & Co. LLIVAN--REISCH FURNITURE CO. LIVAN--REISCH URNITURE CO. Fine Rugs, Furniture, Stoves, Etc. BELL PHONE 881 INTERSTATE 551 B-415 E. ADAMS STRE nas.Metzg CAT MARK AMS STREET etzger ARKET 413-415 E. ADAMS STREET BOTH PHONES 286 Kinds of Fr of Fresh All Kinds of Fresh Sausage a Specialty Patronize Our Advertisers FAIR MINDED DETROIT JURIST Impartiality Shown a Colored Man In a Murder Case. Why the Race Should Support Judge Edward J. Jeffries, Who Presided at the Trial of Levi Pruitt, Accused of Murdering a White Man—Attorney Warren's Plucky Fight. In the midst of great unrest among the colored people in most all sections of the country for various reasons it is encouraging to note that in many of the courts of justice fair decisions are being rendered in cases where the life or liberty of colored persons are involved. Perhaps the most recent instance of such fairness on the part of the court was shown by Presiding Judge Edward J. Jeffries at Detroit in his charge to the jury in the case of the people against Levi Pruitt, a colored man who was on trial, accused of the murder of Charles Nielands, a white man. Francis H. Warren, the well known attorney for the Detroit branch of the National Association For the Advance- JUDGE EDWARD J. JEFFRIES. ment of Colored People, was the attorney for the defense in this case, in which he displayed a wonderful knowledge of criminal jurisprudence. When his client was convicted on the charge of manslaughter in May, 1916, Attorney Warren immediately moved for a new trial, which was granted by the trial court after many delays. Attorney Warren exerted the full force of his legal powers in behalf of his client and won out in one of the hardest fought criminal cases tried in Detroit for many years. The Detroit Free Press of March 3 makes the following comment concerning the case: "The prosecuting attorney has fought since March 28, 1916, to convict Pruitt on the charge of murder of the deceased Charles Nielands. Pruitt was convicted of manslaughter in May, 1916. His attorney, Francis H. Warren, immediately moved for a new trial, which, after many delays, caused by the prosecutor, was granted by the trial court. "When Nielands and another assaulted Pruitt and his companion he was armed with a 'pocket billy,' and, having no license to carry it, he was himself guilty of a felony under the Michigan law when he attacked Pruitt, as well as being the aggressor in the fight. It was with this 'billy' that Nielands was beating Pruitt with when the fatal shot was fired from a pistol the latter's companion had obtained from their home during the fight. Besides being armed, Nielands was a six footer and weighed 250 pounds, and the man with him was nearly as large, while Pruitt and his companion were 140 pound men. "Judge Edward J. Jeffries measured fully up to his high reputation for fairness in this case and charged the jury that the law is color blind and that they should decide the case in the light of all the facts and circumstances surrounding the killing of Nielands, and it did. It was the hardest fought criminal case in which Attorney Warren ever engaged in his long experience at the bar." Judge Jeffries' record for fairness and exactness in the interpretation of the law according to the facts in any case that comes before him is one of the most impartial to be found in a court of justice anywhere. He is indeed a man of the people, whose sole ambition is to serve humanity by protecting the rights of citizens against intrusion and oppression from what ever sources these handicaps may arise. His whole attitude in matters affecting the well being of the body politic finds expression in defending the right and denouncing the wrong in both official and private affairs. At this time when segregation ordinances are directed against the colored people to such a large extent for selfish motives and contrary to law the colored people the country over who know of Judge Jeffries' stand for the equal protection of all citizens alike without regard to race, color or previous condition of servitude feel that in such a man the race has one of its best friends. It is the duty of every citizen who believes in law and order who believes in justice and equality before the law, to do his share in con R. F. Herndon & Co. Fifth and Adams TAKING PLACE FRIDAY and SATURD'Y ONLY MONTH-END REMNANT SALE AT HALF PRICE All to be Cleared at One Half Marked Price Friday and Saturday Now, gentlemen of the jury, If you believe in this case that this defendant had an opportunity to retreat without fear of his own life or without fear of great bodily harm, then you may convict him; and if you believe this situation existed beyond a reasonable doubt you should convict this defendant. I think, however, gentlemen of the jury, that I ought to say to you that if you do convict this defendant that the greatest man manslaughter, considered from the theory and of all the evidence adduced by the prosecution. However, if you believe this defendant's story that he was approached by the deceased in the manner which has been testified to by himself and other witnesses and that Nielands was the aggressor and that he went out for the defendant in the manner in which it has been testified to; that he was a large man; that he was an ugly man and that he had a blackjack or weapon which under the law of this state he was prohibited from carrying as a companion or in a place as it is said it took place, in substance, and that defendant retreated as far as he could with safety to himself and that he retreated as far as he could retreat to his home and that he shot this man in defense of his person or in defense of the deceased in the gentleness of the injury to acquit him. Now, gentlemen, you are not to judge this defendant's actions at the time of the assault in your calm and deliberate moments; you are to place yourself in the position, as it were, of the defendant himself at the time of the trouble and ask what the ordinary man would have done, considering the weakness of human nature, with the temperaments and conflicting emotions that man have, with his education and with his ability of discernment. In arriving at a conclusion as to whether the defendant in this case was justified in taking the life of Nielands in the assault on his car in Lankas as I said, you ought to consider the weight of the defendant. You ought to consider the weight and strength of the deceased. You ought to consider his being armed with a blackjack or the weapon which was described here. Those are all matters you ought to consider in arriving at the question as to whether this defendant was guilty of his defense. While you are doing that, gentlemen, let me remind you again, while you are reviewing this case just obliterate the color of these men. Black's School of Domestic Science. Plans are being perfected by Harry S. Black to establish a school of domestic science in Philadelphia, in which to train young women in the art of plain and fancy cooking. Mr. Black has been a chef for many years and knows the value of good cooking. He will teach the old fashioned southern way of preparing a meal as well as the up to date methods used in first class hotels and restaurants. There is an increasing demand for good cooks, and Mr. Black sees a fine opportunity to serve private families and public establishments by furnishing competent help. Fashion Show at Pittsburgh. Scheduled among the interesting social functions at Pittsburgh for Friday evening. March 30, is a fashion show to be held at the McKelvey school audi- tinting in office such a capable and fair minded man as judge Jeffries. His charge to the jury in the Levi Prutt case was as follows; Gentlemen of the Jury—The defendant here, Levi Fruitt, is charged with having on the 2d day of February, A. D. 1918, at the city of Detroit, county of Wayne, state of Michigan, feloniously, wilfully and with malice aforethought did kill and murder one Charles Nielands, contrary to the form of the statute. [The court here has ruled that the statute and also the crime of manslaughter.] Continuing, he said: Now, gentlemen of the jury, you are the sole judges of the facts in this case, and it is for you to determine what weight and credit shall be given to the testimony adduced in this case. I want to make this observation, gentlemen, in this case: The administration of the law is presumed and is to be impartial. Every man stands equal before the jury, and every man stands equal before the court and the jury. The purity of the law is not only in its proper conception of right and wrong and proving the line of demarcation between right and wrong, but lies also in its just administration. It has been said that "justice is blind." The meaning of that proverb is that justice can see nothing except justice, and I am calling your attention to these few general principles because I want you to see, if you can, in this case the purity unsuiled of the administration of the law. We are all human, and we all more or less have prejudices, and perhaps the distinction between a learned and unlearned man is not only what he knows of the general affairs of mankind, but it is his ability to disarm himself of the prejudices that are natural in ordinary human nature. The defendant in this case is a black man, but he is a human being. He is not a black man, but he is a human man, and he stands before the law with his burdens the same as a white man and entitled to the same uses and the same rules and the same procedure in adjudicating his rights as that of a white man. I say this because we are all human, and we all have our prejudices and I want you, gentlemen, to place yourself in his position and then consider if this defendant were a white man instead of a black man. I think you should put yourself in this position, and in relation to a black nor white, in this court, and in relation to the admin traction of law in this court he should be so treated. I want to talk to you about this case, not to review the testimony, but to point out to you what I consider the issue involved and to carry you along in that way with the hope of disarming you of any prejudice you may have against this defendant on account of his color. I know you are sworn in this matter to render a true and just verdict, and what I say has no reflection upon any gentleman, but I am not a gentleman. I believe it a general reflection upon the human race, which has not arisen, perhaps, in our personal attitude to the high ideals of the law, as before stated. The defense in this case is that the defendant shot the deceased in self defense. That is a proper defense, and it is a defense which, if proved to you—and you have a right and it is your duty to carefully weigh all of the testimony—and if you believe the testimony in behalf of the defendant, that the act of shooting was in your defense you have the right, and say it is your duty to acquit this defendant. I charge you that it was the duty of this defendant to avoid killing or shooting the deceased if he reasonably could do so. He would be only justified in taking this life in order to save his own life or to save himself from great bodily harm. Garden Seeds Onion Seeds Grass Seeds Flowers Plants Janssen's Seed Store 408 E. Adams PHONE 1487 BELIEVES IN HIS PEOPLE. Alonzo Milton Skrine Praises Patriotism of Colored Americans. In a recent issue of the New York Sun appears the following article written by Alonzo Milton Skrine of Brooklyn: Should the Negro take up arms for this country in case of war? Positively yes. Let me say this country today is united, and as one of the family the Negro realizes the obligation of citizenship and also remembers that the first blood of the Revolution was shed by a Negro, Crispus Attucks, and that it was Sergeant Carney, a Negro whose dying words were, "The old flag never touched the ground." The Negroes are thinking much just now of their responsibility and their duty as American citizens. We are facing a time of crisis for our country and our race. Our government has been compelled to take a definite position as to the issue involved in the world's war. The principles at stake in this conflict are as vital to the 10,000,000 of Negroes as they are to the white population of this country. The Negro has acquired much land and is becoming a home builder. He is fast learning the habits of thrift that have built many churches and schools, and he is ready and willing to protect his property and that of his neighbor and friend the white man and defend the flag that gave him his freedom. The Negro knows no danger, he has no cowardly fear, and when he hears the battle call he will be the first to volunteer. I. E. FOSTER ..... President E. L. ROGERS ..... See y.-Treas. Z. W. Mitchell ..... Editor-Adv. Mgr. RATES One Year ..... $1.50 Six Months ..... 80c Three Month ..... 50c One Month ..... 20c Entered as second-class mail matte Feb. 24, 1904, at the post office at Spring field, ill., under the act of Congress of March 3, 1879. No man can rise higher than his philosophy, and if his philosophy has come from the lips of a fool, the man himself can never go beyond a fool's vision; a fool's conception, or the philosophy the FOOL has taught him. DOING IS BETTER THAN SAYING. When the writer first started to study the problems of his people and to become a specialist on the subject of Racial Conditions and humanity in general, his first lesson was to learn the distinction between the term "Condition" and the term "Environment." Condition, when used in describing the mental, moral or spiritual status of a human being means the point to which the process of evolution has brought him, while the term "environment" may denote his social, financial or political status, or standing, among his fellowmen. Human conditions; morally; mentally, or spiritually, ARE THE RESULT OF EVOLUTION. Spiritually, man must depend upon the unfolding within his own consciousness of the beauty, the value, and of the eternal endurance of a correct life: a life of service to the world and to his fellow man; a life of consecration to the higher and nobler things; a life of purity in thought and honesty of purpose. This is the dawn of "Evolution's" day. The growth, the develment, the unfolding of the God-powers within then, depends absolutely upon the proper use of his "God given talents" in attaining the object of his pursuit. A "spiritual" growth is no more attainable through superstition, through devotion to religious tents, or through blind faith in a Supreme Being, than mental growth is. God will make a linguist—that is one speaking different languages—just as quickly out of any man as a result of prayer, as He will make a Saint. Or, He will make a physical giant of him from the same process just as quickly as He will make a "Spiritual giant." Environment has much to do with the growth of man, mentally, morally, physically and spiritually. Man's highest service to his God and to his fellowman must come from his efforts to create and maintain the proper environment for the development of the highest there is within himself and his fellows. "I am the vine and ye are the branches" said the Master, therefore, the life, the vision, the power, the spiritual strength and growth must come from the "Vine" into the "Branches." This transition of spiritual life, vision, power and grace from the vine to the branches, is spiritual Evolution and as can be seen, must depend largely upon the care the branches themselves receive. The tongue is only one of the many organs of the human machinery and is no more capable of expressing the spiritual condition, life or worth of a man than are his feet. In fact the "Footsteps" of a man speak vastly louder of his real value than can his tongue. It was because of this truth that the poet wrote: "The lives of great men all remind us, We can make our lives sublime. And departing leave behind us footprints on the sands of time. Footprints that perhaps another,Sailing o'er life's solemn main: A forlorn and shipwrecked brother. Seeing may take heart again." To follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ on His errands of mercy and service to humanity is a thousand times more difficult, and requires a thousand times more real Christianity and grace than all of the talking that the human tongue is capable of doing. The true value of a man from any view point must be measured more by what he does than by what he says. These truths came very forcibly to us last Sun. afternoon as we sat and listened to a comment on the spiritual life of the late Dr. Noel Bertram Ford. THE BEAUTY OF APPRECIATION Miss Della Mae Stewart, writing for The Paririe View Normal of Texas, has said some very splendid things on the subject of "Appreciation," and in as much as we saw that fellow up here in Springfield the other day, (we haven't been here long enough to know whether he was a stranger or not,) we feel that our readers might be interested in knowing some of the things that were said in this able article about him: Many of us are incapable, she said, of appreciating things until we have just what we want. It is indeed an ill wind that does not blow somebody good. Every situation has two sides and if we would but turn it wrong side out, we might discover the silver lining. How much happier could we make our lives and the lives touching ours, if we would form the habit of dwelling on the pleasant things whether they be few or many. The ability to appreciate is not at all dependent upon position, wealth heredity and the like. It is that indescrible innate power to weigh things and to take unto ourselves that which is lovely and to discard that which is distasteful. How many of us appreciate the opportunities that are already ours; the little thoughtful things that friends do for us; generous and kind mother nature; our books magazines, clothes, food, rest, work, anything with which we come in contact throughout the day? To appreciate, we must know values. Before we can appreciate ourselves, we must know who we are; what we can and can't do. To appreciate our friends, we must know how much they mean to us. Understanding, that's the key to all appreciation. We must understand. Always bear this in mind: We attract that which we are and that which we are attracts us. Why are some of us completely lost in thought and appreciation when we listen to the soft pathetic soul thrilling strains from some artist? Why are some of us perfectly deaf to classic music and strangely alive to the wild, savage sensuous ragtime? We appreciate the classic because we are classic; that is, we are high class, tender, loving and thoughtful. We respond to the ragtime because we are ragtime; that is, ordinary, hilarious and more or less sensuous. The greatest appreciation of which we mortals are capable, is the appreciation of life. Being able to differentiate between the things that are worth while and those that are mere trifles; between the good for something and the good for nothing; the lovely and the unlovely, is an enormous task for each of us, yet one that is necessary in order to really live and one that is abundantly worth while. WHOSE RESPONSIBLE? It is always a difficult matter to get community leaders to assume their rightful responsibility for bad or wholesome conditions of any kind within their community. 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Bell Phone 5729 ored people in Springfield with one of the leading white community workers of the city this week, and of the things necessary to be done, he straightened up and said; yes, all you say is true, now what do you propose to do? Our reply was: this is a Community Problem and we have come to ask you what you are going to do about it? We then told him that it was because of the fact that he and other Community leaders had shifted the responsibility of dealing with these things and had left the interest of the Negro-out in their consideration of community advancement that conditions from a Racial point of view were as serious as they are. A leading white Bishop a few days ago, in a sermon delivered to the Calvary Church, one of the wealthiest and most fashionable of Memphis, Bishop Thomas F. Gailor, rebuked some of the best white people of that city. He declared that the Southern white people were as responsible for the --- TAXES! TAXES! 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SEVENTH and ADAMS STREET uplift of the colored people as the colored people themselves, and their quiescent approval of the mobbing and lynching of the colored people of the Southland was literally a form of murder. His sermon caused quite a stir as Bishop Gailor is the best known Episcopal prelate of the South and his word carried weight among the wealthiest and most influential men of the entire South." The question of "Whose Responsible" for Race uplift in a community is always the first one --- We haulde Mississippi Buffalo and other kind of River and sea Fish. Also a line of Groceries and Produce at lowest prices. We thank you for your patronage. Fresh Fish and Oysters daily. Oliver Whitmore our scientific method of pressing clothes kills all germ matter, restores life and luster to the clothes and positively produces in every garment. CLEANING ALTERING REPAIRING Suits Cleaned $1.00 Pressed only 35c A. R. 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They fail to realize that to advance the civilization of one race thru numeros uplift agencies, and to allow the civilization of the other race to go backward or to stand still that conflict and friction are bound to occur, and a most serious problem of their own making will stare them in the face for solution, as a result. --- Beef Pot Roast ..... 12½ lb. Beef Rib Roast ..... 15c lb. Boiling Beef ..... 11½ lb. Beef Steak ..... 15c lb. Veal Roast ..... 17½ lb. Veal Stew ..... 15c lb. Veal Chops ..... 20c lb. GOOD AS BUTTER DOTTO: 16 oz. to pound BELL PHONE, MAIN 5609 ANITARY MARKET AMBS, Prop. s, Eggs, Butter, Canned and Poultry. Monroe Street Edward Baumann. C. T. Baumann Baumann Bros. PRESCRIPTION DRUGGISTS (Deutsche Apotheke) Your Patronage Solicited Corner 7th and Washington St MRS. MATTIE TUCKER Milliner Fall & Winter Late Styles Now in. Toilet Articles 207 N. 14th St., Springfield, Ill. --- Roscoe C. Frederick is a candidate on the Republican Ticket for re-election as a Justice of Peace. He has a good reputation and is well qualified. LAUGHING BABY, FAIR MAIDEN, what will be condition of your health “‘when you are 49 years old You should worry. THE NATIONAL LIFE INSURANCE CO. OF U.S.A is 49 years old, has $14,294,765.67 of Assets and pay weekly bene- fits to their Sick and Injured Policy Holders. Have already paid since organization or now hold for their protection $51,461,132.02 Open an Account today. Branch Office 321 So. Main St. M. D. Seamens, Supt. Peoria Section All of these Candididates advertising on this page show their appreciation of colored enterprise. : Saas ee. oN % ei om, ™ . : et: rie oti t ee ; “ ” yes oe — ee Aes ie a ee cae TWO GOVERNORS TAKE FIRM STAND AGAINST LYNCHING Kentucky and Paes Carolina Execu tives Endeavor to Enforce Law. MATON LUW. WUUDKUPE OF FRURLA “The little Napoleon” is a candidate for re-election. Mr. Woodruff has been successively elected to the office of Mayor for 5 terms, 10 years, and is the “idol” of Peoria He has made a record which is almost wonderful. Dur- ing his tenure of office, Peoriahas made phenomenal pro- gress from a commercial standpoint, outstripping every other city in the state morally and otherwise and is im- proving rapidly. Mayor Woodruff is conservative and progressive. The people are for him because he has made good. No other mayor in illinois is, more highly adored, He has no opposition for the nomination—a signal honor. They are all for Woodruff. ‘The recent stand taken against lyneb. ing by the governors of two southern states 1s highly commended not only by the millions of colored people through out the country, but by well meaning aud fair minded white people as well Governor Manning of South Carolina ig exerting his influence and the pow ers of his high office to have the laws of the state enforced and respected His utterances against mob violence, especially fn the ease of Crawford, who was lynched at Abbeville, $. C., Oct. 21, 1916, attracted national attention. Governor Stauley of Kentucky show- ed his determination to uphold the law by leaving the state capital receiy to visit the scene of an attempted lynehing ut one of the towns in the state where a mob bad gathered to lynch a colored”man accused of mur. der. ‘This same mob had threatened to lyneh the county judge and the eom monwealth attorney. ‘The plucky gov ernor went into the courthouse where the prisoner had been taken for (rial and where a crowd had gathered bent on lynching the accused, and delivered A speech in defense of law and onler After listening to the governor's ni dress the would be lynchers disperse Such action on the part of Governor Stanley shows manhood of the hislesi qualities, If the governors of oiler states where mob violence is rampaut would exereise and carry out thely sworn duty to uphold the law ft woot not be long before the lynching of bu man beings would be a thing 0? the past in the United States, ‘The Li | stronger than the mob. It only ner! t be enforced to show its superiority All honor and praise to Goveruors Manning and Stanley. Frank A. Hall Republican Candidate for Justice of the Peace Election April 3, Chas. P. Watson Official Reporter Circuit Court Peoria County for 30 years Republican Candidate For Justice of the Peace TUSKEGEE’S GREAT WORK. Labor Problem and Trained’ Leaders Discussed by Or. R. R. Moton. While the presence of 10,009,000 0: Negroes in the United States may lntv« added something to the annoyaure o. their white bretliren, they have never theless added considerably to the oo nomie development of the country. ex peclally in the south, ‘The souther white man understands and appreei ates this, It is being brought espects ly home now both’ to the north sid the South because of the great demand for labor and the migration of thousiuds of our people to the north, The character and extent of this ex odus of colored people to the north and the direct relation of the Tuskexer institute to this whole movement were discussed at a public meeting Sunday night, March 18, in the Fourth Congre: gational church, Hartford, Conn. by Dr. Robert R. Moton, principal of ‘Tuskegee Institute. ‘The Rey. Dr. James J. Dunlop, the pastor, prestded and introduced Dr. Moton, ‘Phe Tuske gee quartet sang several southern mel odies. Dr, Moton says that he regards the work of such schools as Hampton, in Virginia, and Tuskegee, in Alabama. as the key to the problem of supply ing the north and the south with train. ed workers. ‘Tuskegee institute with its 1,700 students, its 193 teaehers, its 107 buildings, giving traning in for: ty-two different trades and farming pursuits and {ts spirit.of service not only to the colored race, but to the white race as well, is a distinct asset to the south and the nation. Its work of training industrial workers and Christian leaders can hardly be over: estimated, espectally at this time. when the country 1s facing serious la bor probiems both in the south and tu the noyth, Dr, Moton also spoke the same even ing at the Shiloh Baptist cburcb, of which the Rey, Dr, W. B. Reed is pas: tor, Dr. Reed presided at the meeting held tn bis chureh, and the speaker was {ntroduced by the Rey, ©, L, Fish er, pastor of the Unton Baptist churel ‘The meeting was well attended and also very enthusiastic, Karl Wolf Republican Candidate for City Treasurer ELECTION April 3, Henrv C. Gibson Republican Candidate for Constable General Election April 3, John Mosley Republican candidate for Justice of the Peace 6 years on the job--a Lawver Election April 3, Solicits your vote Republican candidate for Justice of the Peace Born and reared in Peoria. Aman “on the square’ CAPABLE BUSINESS WOMAN. What Madam R. C. Douglass Has Ac- samipitehed bO Pereletent G@ert Helena, Ark.—The great men and women of this age are those who bene. fit humanity and make # substanttal vontribution to their brothers and sis ters. It is the Christ spirit to help the fortiinate and the unfortunate and to be able to do things worth while, In the class of our great women of the race Who huve proved thelr worth is to be found Madam KR. ©. Douglass of this city, founder and president of Vira col loge. Madi Douglass was born of humbic parents in Macon, Miss, She attended the high school in St. Louls and after: ward studied at Normal, Ala., under the noted educator, William 1. Coun ville She was not tn a hurry to get out of school, because she had a desire t De-thorough, hence remained until she had finished the course, She felt that she owed something to her people. hdbeo lier early work wae iu the church and Sunday school. A few years ago, with a desire te help the young women of the south and ad e a 4 da ‘ge yO? - i A Poy # ade i ih thas open to them a door of opportu: uity, Madam Douglass left St. Louls for this city, where she established the Vira college, Success attended her ef. forts, and soon the school was crowded with young women eager to learn # trade. It did not take the fame of tlils institution long to spread, and be tt said to the credit of this young wommn that she has been the instrument ‘through which many young women ‘have been able to make an independ: ent Hving. Recently in the Eust Arkansas confer: ence Madam Douglass made a strong appeal for a more enlightened woman- hood. She pointed out the fact that many young people take the wrong step because they lack” proper instruc- tion. She told the ministers that it was uot enough to preach the young people into the church and then leave them. “Human minds and souls,” she said, “must be fed just like the body. You must feed them on good, substantial food. It is an awful thing to neglect the mind and soul.” Madam Douglass takes advantage of every opportunity to help the young of the race. She pleads for better home life, for more real constructive work in the school and church and urges the young people to get education, get bank accounts, get homes and then teach thelr children how to get real results from thelr efforts. Madam Douglass is widely known in the south and west, in which sections of the country she has done her best work. Her aim is to assist as far as possible in the training of young wo- men for business careers. As a speaker and lecturer she is well equipped. In her Hllustrated lectures are shown many men and women of the race who have risen to prominence in the bust- ness world by hard work. In this city her work has a stimulating effect upon the general public, She is ambitious ‘and watiring tn her labors. F. W. 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Gibson has made one of the best Constables Peoria has had. He is always on the go and isa strict and careful business man. He should get the united support of his party. CHARLES SEHMER FOR TREASURER An honored and successful busi- ness career covering a period of forty years in the city-of Peoria, should be a sufficient guarantee that Charles Sehmer, democratic nominee for treasurer, if elected, will carefully conserve the finances: of the city of Peoria. Mr. Sehmer is a native of Peo- ria. Here he has spent his entire life. He early learned his trade as a meat dealer, and at the age of twenty went into business for him- self, He has been continuously in business since. | During his long residence in Peoria he has built up a reputation for courtesy, honesty and integrity thot is unimpeachable in its char- acter. Mr, Sehmer has added strength to the democratic ticket and has many loyal supporters who are doing whatever they can ‘to secure his election on April 3. Mr. Sehmer is a man of pleasing personality, of great courtesy and abundantly equipped in every way tu make a careful conscientious, faithful treasuer, He should be elected. The colored population of Peo- ria, is well acquainted with Mr, Sehmer, having known him for years and dealt with him from a business view point, finding him at all times to be a trustworthy man, honest and congenial. The position to which he aspires, car- ries with it little political signifi- cance, and all who wish can vote for him without any embarrass- ment. PHONE 393 CARL BORRIES Groceries, Meats and Poultry Point View 1501 So. Adams Street Sam Checkers | 1403 S0. ADAMS ST. The House of Bargains | MEN'S GENERAL FURNISHINGS A Trial will Convince r 9 Hotel ‘Ted’ and Cafe Cor. N. Washington and LaFayette Rooms by day or week. Modern conveniences. Rates very reason- able, 2 blocks from Court House. 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Over 150 miles of automatic block signal protection. One of the few electric railways operating parlor car service. Standard freight equipment and motive power, assuring first day delivery of freight between all points. "THE ROAD OF GOOD SERVICE" Read The Forum BROAD VIEW OF SOCIAL SERVICE Howard University Seeks Firm Basis For Co-operation. PROBLEMS FOR SOLUTION Fiftieth Anniversary Sociological Conference Held at Noted Institution In Washington Emphasizes Need of Education For the Masses of Both Races. Women as Pioneers In Racial Effort. Washington.-The Howard university sociological conference on "Fifty Years of Progress by the American Negro," which was held at the university in March, brought together from all parts of the country several hundred men and women who are working intelligently and in a Christian spirit to promote racial good will and national prosperity. Some of the big constructive ideas of the conference are: Christian character, intelligence, cooperation, respect for womanhood, thrift—these are the foundation stones upon which all progress is built. To the degree that individuals and groups secure these precious possessions there come national prosperity and racial good will. The sociological conference serves as an excellent and effective clearing house for the exchange of ideas and the comparison of methods which deal with vital problems such as health, education, enforcement of law and order, industrial opportunity, home making, community improvement and character building. It brings together representative leaders who are seeking the truth as a guide to the building of a constructive program of social progress, in spite of legal restrictions and discriminations. It also brings the university into helpful touch with those who are leading the masses toward the better things of life. It gives the leaders a chance to discover how much of service the university can render and stands ready to render to them if only they will make known their needs and wants. How a sociological conference can most effectively deliver its message to the public is still a serious problem. Health is an individual and a public problem. It is definitely correlated with morality. Whatever the individual will do to regulate his or her life according to the teachings of the Bible and whatever the public will do co- For The Money Represented By FOUR TEN CENT DRINKS A DAY FOR A YEAR Any Grocer in your Town will give you the following Groceries 30 Cans Tomatoes 100 Bananas 20 Pounds Beans 1 Pound Pepper 4 Gallons Molasses e square for operafively to improve sanitary conditions, housing, water and milk supplies, will surely improve public health and will prove a blessing to the nation. Education must provide for the training of the whole mass and for every man, woman and child who needs to meet the economic and social demands of the present day. Education must be carried to the people when for any reason people do not seek education. Education provides leaders, and without leaders the people must suffer needlessly, and finally education must bring to every man and woman definite responsibility for helping disadvantaged individuals and groups, those engaged in business and otherwise. Educational institutions should give all their students the essentials of psychology, economics, sociology and modern business methods so that future leaders already trained in scientific method of study may be able to attack with intelligence their perplexing, complex, recurring problems. They should train men and women to use initiative, persistence and vision in solving problems and should lay stress upon developing independent, broad minded thinkers. Co-operation of colored men with white men and co-operation of colored women with white women to secure welfare improvements have proved to be lines of the least friction. Throughout the country there are evidences, in spite of the proverbial newspaper reports, that racial co-operation is slowly, steadily growing. When men and women of economic and social standing in the community oppose unjust discriminations and present these facts bravely before those who are in authority there are many cases in which favorable action is taken. Amid the numerous disappointments which come to patient, loyal colored citizens on account of the white man's failure to understand or even consider (when he does understand) the colored man's thoughts and feelings on the common problems of life there is in the attitude of some strong southern white men who are leaders a ray of hope that in time justice will prevail and race prejudice will disappear with the advent of education for all the white people. Women are invitable to society not only as makers of Christian homes, but also as pioneers and developing forces in all movements for the relief of poverty and pain, the improvement of the handicapped, the advancement of the ambitious and the development of all welfare enterprises. The social service work done by women throughout the nation commands the highest respect of everybody, for it is of a high order of excellence and has been done patiently, quietly and in spite of many hardships. The work of women to raise all classes to a higher level of civilization has made men realize anew the great importance of teaching all classes and races that any progress is conditioned by the respect which is commonly paid to womanhood. --- 100 Oranges 40 Cans Corn 100 Cakes Soap 20 Gallons Oil 'yes' APRIL 3 $100 Per Week Beautiful Spring Suits DRESS UP! YOUR CREDIT IS GOOD! The Suit is the most important garment in the Spring wardrobe, and it is entirely fitting that this first display should attract you as it includes all the newer and better models. The Spring colorings are beautiful and patterns very popular, especially the novelty checks with their large collars, grotesque pockets, etc. DRESSES In great variety of silk crepe de chine, crepe meteors, taffeta silk and Georgette combination, in all the newest Spring mod els and shades, choice of exquisite Dresses at $9.95, $12.50 $14.50 and Up MILLINERY At popular prices and styles that will surely delight. Turbans, Sailors, Mushrooms, etc. in beautiful trimmings and models at $2.50 to $10 MEN'S SUITS Undoubtedly the finest showing at a price you will agree with. Pinch-backs or plain styles in great assortment. Fabrics, all wool, at Old customers with established credit need not pay even a dollar down, as first payment if they so desire. Select what you need and should have—then pay as you can afford. 307 SOUTH 6TH ST CARSWELL CLOTHING CO. HOWARD CARR~MANAGE Opposite the Post Office The Home Store CELL PHONE, 6350 CALLS PROMPTLY ANSWERED E. Hazel Wallace FUNERAL DIRECTOR PROMPT AMBULANCE SERVICE — CHAPEL IN CONNECTION Vices the Lowest Satisfaction Guarantee 119 NORTH EIGHTH STREET IMPORTANCE OF TRAINED LEADERS EASTER FLOWERS Have come to be accepted institutions in the Realm of Sentiment—Easter Flowers are accepted remembrances always. Hampton Institute Offers Ideal Business Course. Just what kind to send is a matter of argument but our stock contains: Lillies; Dwarf. Rambler, Soupert Hermosa and Magna Charta Roses; Pink and White Spiraeas, Primula Abconica Hydrangeas: Hyacinths and Daffodils, Bird's-nest Ferns; Table Ferns and Asparagus Plumosus. VIEWS OF WILLIAM S. DODD Official of Influential Virginia Institution Relates What Is Being Done to Prepare Young Men and Women to Meet the Needs of Our Race In the Business World. Springfield's Largest Flower House Fifth and Capitol Avenue Bell 1092 Hampton, Va.-William S. Dodd, who is in charge of the Hampton institute business course, has written an interesting account of the way in which Hampton is training students for high grade business positions. Mr. Dodd in a recent report says: The National Negro Business league, organized by Booker Washington and composed of scores of local leagues scattered throughout thirty-one states, is yearly becoming more beneficial in its influence. The league has served to awaken in the Negro a sense of his business shortcomings, has taught him the necessity and value of co-operation and is gradually leading him to an appreciation of the approved business methods employed by the white man. The need of trained business men to direct and manage the various business enterprises of the Negro is a crying one, while the opportunities that are open to him are many and alluring. In no sphere of activity has the Negro a greater opportunity for usefulness and success than in agriculture. Success in farming, however, is largely dependent on the practical application and use of correct business methods. What is true in the case of agriculture is also to a great extent true of the various trades in which the race is becoming so largely engaged. Fresh Country Eggs and Butter Daily. Bell Phone 4360 Always ask for Ohio Blue Tip Matches Highest Quality 1501 E. WASHINGTON ST. Hampton's business course is planned with a view to meet and supply its far as it can, the needs of the Negro business world. The course is one of four years. Thirty boys are now taking this course, and a yearly increase in numbers is probable. An exceptional and valuable feature of the course is the advantage offered in the fourth year of daily work in the various offices of the Hampton school. The student is thus enabled to gain by actual contact and handling a practical knowledge of business practices. This feature furnishes another instance of Hampton's educational method of "learning by doing." Some of the subjects taught in the course are such as form the basis of every practical and well balanced business curriculum. Bookkeeping, stenography, typewriting, English, penmanship and commercial arithmetic are the fundamentals. The thorough instruction which is given in the subjects mentioned fits young men to serve efficiently in clerical as well as in certain larger business positions. A purpose of the course, however, is a wider one than merely to train young men to be bookkeepers, typewriters or stenographers, important and necessary as this is. CHILLI A SPECIALTY Old Phone 4704 New Phone 1250 McSherry & James, Props. The race today stands in need of business leaders who are thoroughly equipped and able to inaugurate, organize and direct business enterprises. Besides, then, the subjects already stated a practical study is made of business transactions, methods and law, and there is an effort to stir initiative and to give grasp and vision. Experience has already shown that this broader purpose may reasonably be expected to be realized in some cases. "The Open Door" The door is never closed here to the man who wants style and footwear comfort at the fair price that shoe quality always bring. And never will discourteous treatment discourage or disgust him, for courtesy is a business asset whose worth can never be figured in dollars and cents. Aside from this exclusive business course, there is given a short course in practical business matters. The Negro generally is sadly lacking in a knowledge of such matters and consequently is too often victimized or suffers unnecessary loss. The aim of this short course of four months is to give to the student a knowledge sufficient for him to understand and to handle the ordinary matters of business. This course is made as practical in its bearing as possible, and the topics studied are such as are suggested by existing needs and conditions. Deeds, mortgages, wills, banking, taxes and insurance are among the subjects studied. The door to foot protection swings wide in this store now on many new and novel features in shoes. The prices range swings wide, too---- All the girls take this course, and as most of them are to be teachers they will be in positions to impart to others the knowledge they themselves have received. In this way the influence and value of the course will be made farreaching. Every boy and girl while at Hampton receives some instruction in business. Family Shoe Store and Children's Cozy Bootery 220 South Sixth Street One of the graduates of the Hampton business course, Don A. Davis, is now the efficient cashier of the Hampton school, while two others, William M. Rich and E. H. Vaughn, are in charge of a Negro bank in Norfolk. This bank under their successful management has grown into a large institution. Its Christmas accounts alone the past year amounted to over $70,000 and were exceeded only by those of the largest white bank in the city of Norfolk. Florist Designs a Specialty. All Cut Flowers in season. Roses and Carnations Improvement Art Club Holde Meeting. The Loyal Improvement Art club of Rankin, Pa., held an important meeting on Thursday evening, March 22, at which plans were perfected by which the club may render more efficient service to its members and the general public. Mrs. L. M. Shorter is the president of the club, and Mrs. V. E. Bask is the secretary. Washington to Hear "Hiawata" Sung. The work of the chorus preparing to present G. Coleridge-Taylor's "Hiawatha" in the near future is to go on notwithstanding a number of obstacles which it has encountered since its inception. It is expected that at least 100 voices will engage in the chorus, and they are being recruited from every musical organization in Washington. The proceeds from the entertainment will be devoted to a memorial in honor of the late Professor John T. Layton, for many years director of music in the public schools. Dr. G. Summer Wormley is the official head of the movement, and Miss Virginia Williams is secretary. The chorus will be directed by Miss Josephine Wormley, Professor Layton's successor in the Washington schools. Successful Temperance Campaign. Mrs. Eliza E. Peterson, the noted temperance worker, conducted a campaign for two weeks during the month of March in Philadelphia in the interest of temperance among the colored race. The campaign was very successful and awakened new interest in the work. Mrs. Peterson is the national superintendent of the Women's Christian Temperance union for work among the colored people of the United States. Erects Monument Over Nurse's Grave. John C. Phillips, a white man, at Monroe, Ga., has had a monument erected over the grave of Marianh Phillips, his nurse when a babe. Aunt Mariah, as she was affectionately called by the Phillips family, died some time ago at a ripe old age. operatively to improve sanitary conditions, housing, water and milk supplies, will surely improve public health and will prove a blessing to the nation. Education must provide for the training of the whole mass and for every man, woman and child who needs to meet the economic and social demands of the present day. Education must be carried to the people when for any reason people do not seek education. Education provides leaders, and without leaders the people must suffer needlessly, and finally education must bring to every man and woman definite responsibility for helping disadvantaged individuals and groups, those engaged in business and otherwise. Educational institutions should give all their students the essentials of psychology, economics, sociology and modern business methods so that future leaders already trained in scientific method of study may be able to attack with intelligence their perplexing, complex, recurring problems. They should train men and women to use initiative, persistence and vision in solving problems and should lay stress upon developing independent, broad minded thinkers. Co-operation of colored men with white men and co-operation of colored women with white women to secure welfare improvements have proved to be lines of the least friction. Throughout the country there are evidences, in spite of the proverbial newspaper reports, that racial co-operation is slowly, steadily growing. When men and women of economic and social standing in the community oppose unjust discriminations and present these facts bravely before those who are in authority there are many cases in which favorable action is taken. Amid the numerous disappointments which come to patient, loyal colored citizens on account of the white man's failure to understand or even consider (when he does understand) the colored man's thoughts and feelings on the common problems of life there is in the attitude of some strong southern white men who are leaders a ray of hope that in time justice will prevail and race prejudice will disappear with the advent of education for all the white people. Women are invaluable to society not only as makers of Christian homes, but also as ploneers and developing forces in all movements for the relief of poverty and pain, the improvement of the handicapped, the advancement of the ambitious and the development of all welfare enterprises. The social service work done by women throughout the nation commands the highest respect of everybody, for it is of a high order of excellence and has been done patiently, quietly and in spite of many hardships. The work of women to raise all classes to a higher level of civilization has made men realize anew the great importance of teaching all classes and races that any progress is conditioned by the respect which is commonly paid to womanhood. The sociological conference serves as an excellent and effective clearing house for the exchange of ideas and the comparison of methods which deal with vital problems such as health, education, enforcement of law and order, industrial opportunity, home making, community improvement and character building. It brings together representative leaders who are seeking the truth as a guide to the building of a constructive program of social progress, in spite of legal restrictions and discriminations. It also brings the university into helpful touch with those who are leading the masses toward the better things of life. It gives the leaders a chance to discover how much of service the university can render and stands ready to render to them if only they will make known their needs and wants. How a sociological conference can most effectively deliver its message to the public is still a serious problem. Health is an individual and a public problem. It is definitely correlated with morality. Whatever the individual will do to regulate his or her life according to the teachings of the Bible and whatever the public will do co- LAVIN'S Book Store 625 EAST MONROE ST. "The Quality Shop" Easter Haberdashery KNOX HATS VAL KNOX HATS Easter sets the pace for Spring Apparel. You will find here, just those articles of seasonable toggery, correct and practical as well. Shirts, Neckwear, Half Hose, Spring and Summer Underwear, Pajamas, Bath Robes, and Easter Hats. First Door West Robert's Laundry Where I will have better facilities to serve you in the future Spring Necessities Garden Tools, Washing Machines, Poultry Netting, Clothes Wringer, Step Ladders, Grass Seed, Wheel Barrows, Lawn Fence, House Paints, Varnishes 418 E. 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