St. Louis Argus

Official Organ of the Supreme Lodge Committee Knights of Pythias N. A., S. A., E. A. A: & A. The St. Louis Argus CONFERENCE ON NEGRO MIGRATION National League Has Prominent Speakers of Both White and Black To Give Their Views In New York Meeting—Mayor Mitchell, Oswald Garrison Villard, Dr. Frissell, Kelly Miller, Railroad and Steel Magnates Among Speakers—All Agree Negroes Have Made Good In Their New Field of Labor—Meeting Also Held in St. Louis on Same Subject at Central Baptist Church Wednesday. VOL. V. NO. 42 CONFERENCE NEGRO M National League Has Prominent S To Give Their Views In New Y wald Garrison Villard, Dr. Fri Steel Magnates Among Speaker Good In Their New Field of Louis on Same Subject at Centra New York, Jan 26, 1917.—The Conference on Negro Migration held on Friday afternoon and evening last at the Russell Sage Foundation Building, New York City, under the auspices of the National League on urban conditions among Negroes furnished an excellent opportunity for the leaders of thought on the problems of Negroes in cities to reach an understanding as to methods to be used in meeting the social needs of the Negro migrants. social needs of the Negro migrants. Some of those addressing the conference and leading in the discussion were: Frederick C. Howe, U. S. Commissioner of Immigration; George P. Haynes, Executive Secretary, National Urban League; John T. Emlen, Secretary Armstrong Association of Philadelphia; E. J. Triay, Jr., Special Agent of the Eric Railroad; Miss Helen B. Pendleton, Assistant Secretary, Associated Charities of Newark; C. T. Erwin Agent, Negro Organization Society, Virginia; Forrester B. Washington, Director Detroit League on Urban Con- Mayor Kiel To Make Address At Lincoln-Douglass Memorial Monday Evening, February 19, at Pythian Hall. Other Prisment Speakers on Program. Mayor Henry W. Kiel will be the principal speaker at the Lincoln-Douglas Celebration which will be held at Pythian Temple, 3137 Pine St., Monday evening, February 12. The celebration is under the auspices of the Colored Republican Inspectors of the Street Department and the program has been so arranged as to afford a wide scope of pleasure and satisfaction to all who attend. Other prominent speakers will grace the program, among whom are: Dr. Chas. Henry Phillips, Hon. C. M. Talbert, Director of Streets and Sewers, Hon. William Herbert Fields, National Grand Master of the A. U. K. and D. of A., Dr. N. L. Smith, Pastor of Lane Tabernacle, Hon. Charlton H. Tandy and others. The complete program will appear in next issue. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION. A birthday celebration of Abraham Lincoln in moving pictures at St. James A. M. E. Church (cor. Pendleton and St. Ferdinand) Monday, Feb. 12, at 8:30 p.m. General admission, 10 cents. Rev. W. H. Peck, Pastor. Big Masquerades At The Orpheus Academy Feb. 9 Two big masquerades are on the New Orpheus Academy calendar for this month. At no Valentine party will be given this year, Mr. Grant has decided to close the pre-lenten season with two grand society functions on Friday nights, February 9 and 10. These are being planned to be of extraordinary brilliance and the cream of the social world is expected to attend. An elaborate dance program is being arranged and the guests will again enjoy the "Homolulu Schottinche," the new popular craze which is receiving no less than three encounters whenever it is presented. PHILLIPS DENIES HE ATTENDED CONFERENCE AT MAYOR'S OFFICE To the Editor of the St. Louis Argus: Will you please allow me space in your paper to deny the statement ap- pearing in one of the daily papers that I together with others had visited the Mayor's office on Saturday, January 27, and pledged my support to the May- or for re-election. I wish to have it understood by all who saw the article that I have not at- tended any conference and have not gledged my support to the Mayor for re-election. Will thank you if you will publish this statement. ditions among Negroes; John' J. Murphy, Tenement House Commissioner, representing Mayor Mitchel; Owald Garrison Villard, publisher, New York Evening Post; William H. Baldwin III, of the New York Evening Post; Hollis B. Frissell, Principal Hampton Institute; J. H. Butler, Assistant Secretary, Savannah League on Urban Conditions among Negroes; Second Deputy Police Commissioner Lawrence B. Dunham, of New York City; Dr. R. B. Wright, Jr., Editor, Christian Recorder, official organ of the A. M. E. Church and E. K. Jones, Executive Secretary, National Urban League. Professor Kelly Miller Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, Howard University and vice-president of the League, presided at the afternoon session and L. Hollingsworth Wood, President of the National Urban League, at the evening session. Commissioner Howe, speaking on "'Migration After the War," said as (Continued on page 8.) DePriest Retires As Candidate Chicago Negro Alderman Quits on Account of Indictment in Graft Investigation. Successor Will be Negro. Chicago, Ill., Jan. 20.—Oscar DePriest announced his retirement as a candidate for re-election last night at an executive meeting of the Republican organization of the Second ward. He denied the charges made against him, but declared that in view of his indictment he felt that he should retire pending the outcome of his prosecution. A new candidate probably will be chosen at another meeting of ward leaders. He will also be a Negro, a deal having been made by the Thompson Republicans in the ward two years ago to give the Negroes one representative in the Council. State Representative Robert R. Jackson and Dell Roberts are likely candidates for the administration backing. DePriest was surrendered on his bond and immediately released on a new bond signed by four surfers. DePriest has been indicted with "Teenan" Jones and several others as a result of the vice crusade. Wholesale grafting is charged. FORMER ST. LOUIS BOY IN TROUBLE IN CHICAGO. Aldonice H. formerly a St. Louis boy, known as "Curley," shot and killed James A. Barnes in the Panama Cafe, Chicago, last week. Howell claims self-defense. New Grill Room To Open Monday The new Grill Room Annex to the Alabama Kitchen, at 1039 Whittier Street, will have a conspicuous opening Monday and February 5. A special feature will be dancing and a cabaret program. The menu will provide every possible viand, including oysters in various styles, club house sandwiches and the popular "Bevo." The new addition is artistic, comfortable and spacious. It is a credit to the proprietor, Mr. William L. Hussey; who has shown a steady advancement throughout his three years as a caterer at this location. Those who attend the opening Monday night are assured an enjoyable evening. Owing to my increasing number of the Argus papers I am handling each week, and because my studies in school are increasing, and also that I am required to pay for the papers I will promptly, I am compelled to ask my customers to be ready to pay for their papers each week when delivered. This notice to take effect February 10. New customers desiring me to deliver the Argus should communicate with me at once. Thanking you in advance for the mama, I am, suspectfully yours, J. D. Wilkerson, 4290 Lucky Street. ST. LOUIS, MO., FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 1917. Illustrated Lecture by Mr. Malone, Showing Progress of Race Still the Talk of Famous Educational Institute. Four Thousand Agents Added to Already Large List During Year. Tuskegee Institute, Alabama, January 27—Tuskegee is still falking about the very excellent illustrated lecture presented by Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Malone, of Poro College fame. These pictures exhibited the progress of the race along all lines and those who were present carried from the meeting the most encouraging impressions of the progress of the Negro race. Their pictures, the motion and still ones, are most excellent and are not confined to their own business, but show Negro progrege and activity in many sections of the country. Accompanied by Mr. William Brown, mechanician; Miss Mandelle McMurray, secretary; Miss Vernice Moody, a department manager, Mr. and Mrs. Malone reached Tuskegee Institute, Tuesday, January 16, and spent three days here. They attended the sessions of the Tuskegee Negro Conference and while here were accorded many social courtesies by the officers and teachers of the Institute, including a dinner at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Emmett J. Scott. From Tuskegee the Poro College party went to Pensacola, Florida, New Orleans, and other points in this section, before returning to their home in St. Louis. Mr. Malone was very much encouraged over the prospects of their business. "We added four thousand agents last year, and these agents are building independent incomes for themselves in their communities." The first baptismal service of the revival meetings at the Central Church will take place at the morning service next Sunday. Dr. Stevens and the members are rejoicing over the splendid results of the campaign. Dr. A. C. Powell has no superior as an evangelist and he has captured the hearts of all who have heard him. Dr. Powell gave his closing lecture on last Wednesday night to a large audience. His subject was "Broken, But Not Off." His treatment of this subject proved to be one of the most luminous, pointed and entertaining discussions of the race question ever listened to. Dr. Powell took an early train on Thursday morning for California. His people gave him a leave of absence for six weeks. While the every night meetings at the Central Church are closed, the Wednesday night and the Friday night meetings will glow with the revival spirit for a long time to come. No soul-winning campaign at Central in years has been more profoundly spiritual or stirred a more widespread interest among all Christians without regard to denomination than this one. The candidates for baptism will meet at the church Sunday morning at ten thirty. The most spectacular event of the season will be given at Union Memorial Church, Friday evening, March 9, under the anuples of Team No. 10, of which Mr. John Bracy is the captain. This team is one of the many teams working to clear the church of all indebtedness. Mr. Bracy is offering a beautiful wrist watch to the one selling the highest amount of tickets over twenty dollars ($20.00). The affair will be under the personal direction of Mrs. Grace Key Carlton, who is well known for her excellent work and success in handling such affairs, and you may look forward to being well entertained. The name of the play, was written by Mrs. Carlton, the name of which is "Cause and Effect." The playlet deals with the nations engaged in the present war, with music especially arranged for the play. Admission, 10 cents. Spiritual Church 2727 Lawton In connection with the spiritual service on Friday evening, February 23, a flower reception will be held. Some of the best mediums in the city will be present to advise. Special offering, for the building fund J. S. Weatherford, Rector; Mrs. M. Harris, assistant Principal of "'Missouri West Country Life School'"—the Bartlett Agricultural and Industrial School at Dalton, Mo., Reports Progress Among Farmers. N. C. Bruce, principal of the "'Missouri West Country Life School'," the Bartlett Agricultural and Industrial School at Dalton, Mo., was here a few hours this week on business matters with certain of his local trustees. Prof. Bruce reports progress among the 4,000 Missouri Negro farmers, several hundred of whom are organized into a State Association, held their tenth annual meeting recently in connection with the above named school. Principal Bruce is the chairman and leader of this organization. In opening this recent conference, among things, he said: Our life is ours, the sunshine, the rain, the seasons are all as free to us black people as to our white neighbors. No right minded white person would hinder us from producing crops, not from continuous, efficient labor and service and from saving and proving ourselves to be good, honest, intelligent citizens if they could, and they couldn't if they would. Recent triumphs in crops and corn production by this school and the fine behavior and love of work and service by our students, have brought more verbal and written words of praise and congratulation, proportionately; from white men and women from all parts of Missouri and from many sections of the country than from leaders of our race. This is sure, proof that our white people are not against us. This school's achievements have not been done in a corner. We have compared with the best white farmers in Missouri and in the nation and have won and are going to keep on winning by better and better labor and services. My people are discovering and, getting back to their former selves. This is what God wants us to do. No race ought to excel us in farming and in house and home economies and services. These are as noble, as high calling, and require as severe training as for the official and governing offices in our American democracy. There has been but little, if any, gain for our people in the American politics in the last 30 years. No political party seems to desire the Negro sufficiently to back him up in the exercise of his civil and political rights. Then what's the use to quit our plowing and hoeing and our remunerative places for education, to bother with politics unless we can better either ourselves or our state and nation, or until we are wanted by some party to the extent of being protected in our American minhoed privileges, even as Irish, Jews and Greeks, Polanders and Swedish, in America are sought after and protected. Negroes are not appreciable immigrants but are, to the manner born for generations, true Americans, yet with no representative to speak of in any state or in the National Government. Now after 50 years of so-called playing property-in our country. The land we own and operate and pay taxes on is valued at $1,141,792,526 in 1910, and should exceed this by much more now. This in the face of many handicaps, mainly our ignorance. White and Colored people of the South are earnestly trying now to know each other better. Races don't hate each other when they really know each other, nor can they know without sympathetic contact. Knowing each other helps people to work better for each other's welfare. The difference should be recognized without condemning one race to eternal degradation. It is a happy sign when white people begin to recognize in black people capabilities for real worth, efficiency and goodness. It is still happier for black people to lift up their own heads, and say "We too are men created by the same God; have a work to do and shall bravely do our work. Back to the land is the Negro's best hope. OPPOSE NEGRO DOCTOR Chicago, January 30. —nouncement that Dr. Roscoe Giles, a physician, would today be certified in appointment as chief of staff in the Municipal Tuberculosis Sanitarium, has brought a storm of protest from 600 white women who are patients at the institution. The women have declared that they will march to the City Hall and protest to the Mayor if the appointment is made. "We could not and would not subject ourselves to examination by a Negro physician," read a petition signed by the women. Mrs. Joseph T. Bowen, president of the Woman's Club, added fuel to the fire by indicating the appointment, and writing that the stand taken by the woman was foolish. K. of P. BANQUET Pete in Honor of Supreme Officers at Douglas Hall Monday Evening, February 5. Supreme Chancellor, S. W. Green At the regular meeting of the Supreme Lodge Committee last Wednesday night at Pythian Hall, it was reported that all arrangements had been completed for the reception of the Supreme Chancellor S. W. Green and his cabinet, who is expected in St. Louis Monday morning. In the party will be, Supreme Chancellor S. W. Green, Supreme Grand Worthy Counsellor, Joseph L. Jones, Supreme attorney Watkins and Major R. R. Jackson, head of the Uniform Department. It is understood that while the officers are here final arrangements will be made as to grounds and program for the coming session of the Supreme Lodge, which convenes in this city in August. A banquet will be tendered our distinguished guest on Monday night at Douglass Hall, by lodges and courts, and on Tuesday night a cabaret and smoker by the men. League Condemns Parker's Speech At a meeting of the Independent Negro Voters' League, held at 2524 Pine street Tuesday night, Jan. 30th, resolutions were passed by the members of the league strongly- condemning the speech of W. H. Parker at the conference at Mayor Kiel's office last Saturday. The resolution pointed out that Parker, an irresponsible, who is a janitor at the jail, was mentioned as a race leader in the newspapers and that his utterances had done the Negro people incalculable harm. Members of the league were bitter in their denunciation of Parker's statement that some Negroes would vote five times and others twenty times for Mayor Kiel if necessary to elect him. They stated that the Negroes of St. Louis desired to vote but one ballot, and then to have that honestly counted. Arrangements were made by the league to celebrate the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Frederick Douglas on Sunday, Feb. 18th. Attorney Geo. L. Vaughn is president of the league, and the other officers are Jan H. Jones, vice president; Paul W. Moseley, secretary; Dr. A. W. Cheatham, treasurer; Ernest Patillo, sergeant-at-arms; Wm. H. Fields, chairman ward organization, and J. W. McIntyre, chairman of the executive committee. The members of the league pledge themselves to support men rather than parties. THE CRISIS Sea Winston Churchill's "Crisis" at Y. W. C. A. February 12. Played five successive weeks at the Now Grand Central. Scenes laid in St. Louis. Colored actors participate. Admission 25 cents. ALL SAINTS WILL CELEBRATE February 2 is the feast of the Purification of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The All Saints Church will celebrate it with a solemn procession in the church Sunday evening. This feast is commonly called Candlemas, because anciently on this day the candles prescribed for divine service were blessed. The custom has been revived in our parish. It is an ancient and praiseworthy custom for the people to make an offering of one, or more candles for the service of the altar, and with the candles, for the use of the church, at least one was candle to take home after it has been blessed to use it at the bed of the dying, or for any other proper end, religiously. These candles are received of the people by proper officers, during the solemn procession to be blessed when the procession returns to the altar. The Reverend Father Boyd Coxe, rector of Trinity Church, will preach at the candlesman service in the evening and Rev. C. M. C. Mazen in the morning. Special music will be rendered by the choir. P. H. MURRAY PASSES AWAY Newspaper Man, Lecturer and Race Leader Found Dead in Chair at Home. Was 74 Years old. Had Been in Public Life More Than Half Century. Funeral Sunday. Prof. Phillip H. Murray, newspaper man, lecturer and sociologist, was found dead, sitting in a chair at his home, 2637 Pine St., Tuesday morning, at 9 o'clock. Prof. Murray had been a sufferer from asthma for several years and had decided to retire from newspaper work and go East to visit his daughters. A number of friends arranging a tribute to his use when he died. For the past year he has a editorial writer on the staff of Louis Argus. Prof. Murray was born of ents, in Redding, Pa., about ago. He had been an active figure for more than a half century, his early days he taught school inginia and Missouri. As a lecturer on phrenology, I traveled extensively. He was a finished scholar and often was threatened and suppressed by the whites in the South because it was feared his distinct articulations and almost perfect grammar was too inspiring to the Negroes, who knew only the typical southern brogue. Murray was a fearless foe to Negro haters and went through many exciting incidents on this account. He served for the Union, as recruiting officer during the Civil War, after which he established a newspaper in Washington, D. C. He was president of the first Negro Press Association and was always connected with any movement for the advancement of Colored people. He came to Missouri to live in 1876 and served under Chauency I. Filley, in the money order department of the post office. He immediately started a fight to establish Colored schools and employ Colored teachers. He later went to Pike County, Mo., to teach school and was married there. His wife died about 20 years ago. A little later, he accepted a position on "The Truth," a St. Louis Negro newspaper, which he finally acquired and changed it to "The Advance" in 1881. This paper he continued to publish until he suspended it a little over a year age and joined the Argus editorial staff. Of a family of 14, three sisters and two brothers are yet living. He also leaves to mourn their loss three daughters and one son. The funeral will be held at St. Paul Chapel Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. The remains can be viewed at Gordon's Undertaking Parlors Saturday after 10 a.m. Mrs. Maggie C. Kinner, of Baltimore, Md.; Mrs. Edith Sturges, of Princeton, N. J.; and Mrs. Alice Grant, of Washington, D. C., daughters of the deceased, have arrived in the city and are stopping at the Douglass Hotel. ISIDORE SHAFFNER DIES A sad event of this week was the death of Isadore P. Shaffner, at his late residence, 4277a Lucky St., Monday, January 29, 1917, at 12:30 p. m. Mr. Shaffner, who was a post-office clerk for the past 10 years, was a charter member of the Apollo Club, organized in 1909, also a member of the T. M. C. Club. The Accurate Laundry Co., of which Mr. Shaffner was a stockholder and director, was closed down during the funeral services which were held at All Saints Church, Thursday, Feb. 1, 1917, at 10:00 a.m. Forum Club Meeting Feb. 14 At a meeting of the members and ex-members of the Forum Club, held at Pythian Temple, 3137 Pine St., Sunday, January 28, 1917, a decision was reached to revivify the club. About 25 representative men were present and took the deciding step. Much enthusiasm was shown and the need of such a club in the active civic life of St. Louis was shown. The next meeting of the club will be held at Pythian Temple, Sunday, February 11, 4 p.m., 1917. The ex-members are invited to be present to renew their membership in the club. The meeting last Sunday was a preliminary meeting to arrange for the large meeting on the 11th. It is hoped that all members and ex-members of the club will be present at that meeting and will re-connect themselves with the club. By order of the Forum Club, J. H. Arnold, A. W. Scott, Geo. L. Vaughn, Committee. THIS AINT THE TIME OF YEAR TO PLAY BASE BALL YOU WAIT HERE AN' WHEN I COME BACK WE'LL PLAY FOOTBALL! DE COP'S TOOK OUR BASE BALL FROM US SIMON! HERE MOSE! NOW SOAK THE COP WITH THESE TOMATOES! THAT'S IT! NOW WHEN ME COMES FOR ME GET READY TO PLAY CAUSE I'M GOIN' TO GET THIS MAY FOR THE BALL! THERE IT GOES. MOSE! NOW PLAY BALL! THERE'S MORE WAYS THAN ONE TO MAKE A FELLOW TAKE HIS HAT OFF TO YOU! AN NOW IS GOT MA FOOT ON IT! FOOT BALL IS THE MOST EXCITING GAME TO PLAY THERE IS—SPECIALLY IF YOU HAVE A COP'S HAT TO PLAY IT WITH! IT CURTNLY AM A STRENOUS GAME! Miss Bell Buckner visited Miss Halle May Burles, of St. Louis, who was injured in an automobile accident las; week...Miss Estella Brooks returned home last Monday, after spending a few days with Miss Margie Burr, of Clarksville, Mo....Mr. Julius Johnson was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Col. Brooks, last Sunday...Those on the sick list are Mrs. Susan Edwards and Mr. Abelah Tillis. ST. MARYS, MO. Quite a number of friends and relatives surprised Mr. Henry Hamilton, Saturday evening in honor of his 59th birthday. An enjoyable evening was spent by every one present.....Mr. John Mack and daughter, Mrs. V. Burgetta were recent visitors in Fortus, Mo.....Mr. Cresicus Meredeth visited in E. St. Louis last week.....A number of our citizens have been on the sick list, but we are glad to know all are convalescent at this writing. MEACHAM PARK, MO. By V. M. Johnson Rev. DeShield preached his farewell sermon to a large crowd Sunday night. ..Mr. and Mrs. Whitlor were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Rodgers Sunday.....Mr. W. A. B. met with a serious accident, he fell upon a nail, which pierced his knee.....Mrs. F.' Johnson was the guest of Mr. S. J. Patterson in Clayton last week.....Miss Thelma Cooper, of Allenton, was the guest of Mrs. E. Bell.....Mrs. James Woolry and Miss Hazel Beck are on the sick list UNION, MO. By Miss Alma Aitch Mr. Andrew Johnson died at his home Monday morning, after a few days of illness...Messars, John Goode and Herman Alch went to St. Louis, Friday...Mrs. Stella Griggsy and sister...Mrs. Jones and Mr. Jesse Johnson, were in Union this week attending the funeral of their father, Mr. Andrew Johnson...Mrs. Bertie Brown and her son, Page, visited here Saturday...Rev. P. W. Chester and wife are on the sick list...Mrs. Andrew Johnson is visiting in Washington this week...Sunday was quarterly meeting at the church, the services were well attended...Mr. and Mrs. John James and daughter, Blanche, of Moselle, spent Sunday here...Miss Katheryn Henson spent Sunday afternoon with Miss Alma Alteh. Mrs. Leola Laird Series of meetings will begin at the A. M. E. Church, Sunday, February 4. Everybody is welcome. Rev. J. L. Brooks, pastor...There will be Sacrament service at Blackwell Chapel, Sunday, February 4. Rev. C. F. Collins, pastor; invites all members and friends to be present... The concert given under the auspices of the Junior Missionary Society of Blackwell Chapel, Thursday, Sunday, January 24. Decided success, Mrs. Jas. N. Beasley, the president, wishes to thank the participants and friends for their support; receipt was $13.15... Mrs. Sadin Harris is out again, after a brief illness... Mrs. M. E. Goodwin spent last week end in Alton, Ill., visiting relatives... Misses Genevieve and Willa Pilson had as their guests to dinner last Sunday, Misses Exie and Vera Brooks...The Friday evening Bible class, with Rev. J. L. Brooks as instructor, is rapidly growing in attendance and spiritually. The class meets at different homes and every lesson is beautifully explained. FARMINGTON, MO. By Miss Dayne P. Baker Mr. Chas. Baker was in St. Louis Saturday, attending to business.... Miss Edith Cayce, teacher of Mineral Point, accompanied by one of her pupils, little Miss Lora Lee LaMarqua enjoyed Saturday and Sunday here.... A number of young men from Potosi exhibited their comedy at the Masonic Hall, Thursday night. A large crowd attended.... Mrs. Lewis Murphy is spending a few days at Crystal City.... Rev. A. L. Reynolds annotated Mrs. M. Lyons with baptismal rites Sunday.... The congregation is rejoicing over an increase in membership.... Master James Cayce was accidentally cut Sunday by falling against a kafle, which cut an ugly gash in his thigh.... The teachers' meeting at the A. M. E. Church each Friday is quite largely attended and much interest is being manifested. Saturday was rice pudding day with the domestic science girls economy in cooking.... Miss Corinne Wilkins has been asked to teach another month. This will be quite beneficial to pupils, as well as the teacher.... Mrs. Virginia Pugh. Mrs. Dave Buford and Master Scott Hunt are among the ill of the week.... Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Bridges and Mrs. Maze Lyons, of Swink's Settlement, were Farmington visitors Sunday. CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO. Miss H. N. Jones Mr. Anthony Benson, who had been in poor health for the past year, died at his home from heart trouble Monday afternoon. The funeral services THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS were held from the A. M. E. Church Thursday.....Mr. Sam Midgit, Mrs. Annie Wise and Mrs. Sarah Ferguson, who are on the sick list, are reported to be improving.....The Movie Theatre was well filled Monday night to see the first episode of Peg of Ring, which will run for fifteen weeks at the regular price of 5 and 10 cents..... Mrs. Reva Patrick Bowen died at her home on North Main Street, after a few days' illness with pneumonia Saturday. Interment in Shady Grove Cemetery. The Sunday services at Heley's Chapel was well attended....At the A. M. E. the usual splendid services were enjoyed.....Mr. and Mrs. Daniel King, left the church for Chicago to make it their future home. A freak show was given at Crowe's Hall, Monday January 22, for the benefit of the North Side A. M. E. Church. Some of the attractions were: Zip, the wild man, The Petrified Man, The Fat Woman, The Japanese Woman and The Pretty Girl. It was well attended and enjoyed by all. Mr. Peter Benard died Thursday, January 25. He was one of the heaviest men in Alton, his weight was 325 pounds. He was also one of the Illinois Glass Company's steadfast men, and had to stop work because of his weight, but was pensioned by the company. The Sewing Circle met at the residence of Mrs. Dora Lowry, Thursday, Jan. 25, a large crowd attended and spent a pleasant evening. Mr. Howard Green graduated from the Alton High School Friday, January 26. He is the only mid-winter Colored graduate. Miss Sarah Kyles was the guest of Mrs. Katherine Summerville, of Jerseyville, Ill., Friday, January 26. Rev. Geo. C. Mason, the pastor of the U. B. Church, entertained the members of the Men's Club Wednesday, January 24, at the Union Baptist Church, a large number were present and had a delightful time. Mrs. G. Brewer, Mrs. F. E. Adams, Mrs. I. H. Kelly, Miss L. Adams and Mrs. Geo. Samuels were the guests at a luncheon at the residence of Mrs. A. Howard Wednesday, January 24, a delightful evening was spent with music and needle craft. Rev. Spese was in Grand Tower Sunday....M. S. Swanie Nelson was in Sparta Monroe....The funeral of Mrs. W. M. Kelley was held from the A. M. E. Church, Wednesday afternoon....Mr. and Mrs. Anity Cox and Mrs. Florence Kelley, of St. Louis, and Mrs. Dr. Gastin, of Chicago, were in the city last week to attend the funeral of Mrs. Kelley....Mr. and Mrs. Will Stevens, of Port Gage, visited Chester, Tuesday and Wednesday. ALTON, ILL CHESTER, ILL. Mr. Thos. Tandy, who has been quite sick, is much better. Mr. W. H. Hamilton, a farmer of Pine Oak, was found dead in bed Monday morning. Mrs. Harriet Elsworth, one of Edwardsville's oldest citizens, has gone to the Old Folks' Home in St. Louis. Rev. and Mrs. Scarce spent Tuesday in East St. Louis visiting Lincoln High School. Mrs. Peter Griffin is visiting in St. Louis. Mr. Griffin expects to go to Bond County on business in a few days. Mr. John Stewart, who has been on the sick list, is much better. Mrs. Monday. Rev. Griffin spent Monday with Mr. and Mrs. Simon Bradley. E. E. Williams and Mrs. Leona Ward made a business trip to St. Louis Thursday. Mrs. Leona Ward is on the sick list. Mrs. Silvia Harris, an aunt of E. E. Williams, who has been a resident of Nashville for more than fifty years, died at the age of ninety-eight last week. FREEBURG, ILL. By Johns D. Pendleton Miss Panny Pendleton was in St. Louis last Thursday to attend the funeral of her cousin, Lizzie Franklin. ...Mr. and Mrs. William Randall, of Erther were called to the bedside of their son, Arthur, who is dangerously ill. They sent him to St. Marys Hospital, East St. Louis. ...Mr. William Freeman, son and daughter are visiting his parents in Renther. ...Theodore Pendleton spent several days in Bellville last week. ...Many of the children are sick with the measles. POPLAR BLUFF, MO. Rev. Chinn, pastor of Pleasant Hill Church, preached a very impressive sermon Sunday morning...Mrs. Hattie Moore is indisposed at her home on Parthenia Street...Miss Marella Mitchell, of Mississippi, arrived in the city last week, to make her home with her cousin, Mr. A. B. Moore, on Alice Street...Mrs. Ella Dillard was called Monday to the bedside of her brother in Little Rock, Ark...The C. M. E. Church is progressing nicely under the leadership of their pastor, Rev. L. 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Phone, Bomont 1452 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: One Year.....$1.50 Six Months.....1.00 Three Months.....50 Single copy.....0.65 Advertising Rates Furnished on Request Entered as second-class matter April 5, 1912 at the Post Office at Saint Louis, Missouri, under the act of March 3, 1879. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION New York office, Frost & Frost, 23, East 26th Street; Chicago e. Frost & Frost Atlanta office, Frost & Frost, Chandler Building; Nashville e. Frost & Frost, a Building. Frost & Frost, 23, East 26th Street; Chicago e. Frost & Frost et & Frost, Chandler Building; Nashville; en. Frost & Frost. New York office, Frost & Frost, 23, East 26th Street; Chicago o e. Frost & Frost Atlanta office, Frost & Frost, Chandler Building; Nashville oe. Frost & Frost, n Building. IN MEMORY OF PHILLIP H. MURRAY The Grim Reaper brings a grieve of Phillip H. Murray: He was a pity the advancement of his people. He foundation upon which must stand race. He sacrificed his life for the personal friendship found him and for this he was loved and honored. He was able, conscientious and he could be to his race and he never intelligent and broad-minded and a his ideals. Although in his final day from a fatal sickness he never lost to the end. "Grant him thine etern Reaper brings a grievous sense of loss to us, Mr Murray: He was a potent, but unassuming moment of his people. He was one of the but upon which must stand the future destiny of a refreshed his life for the good of all. Those a friendship found him to be affable, kind and one was loved and honored. Noble, conscientious and energetic. He realizes to his race and he never faultered in the effort and broad-minded and a linguist with a power. Although in his final days his body was raked in sickness he never lost courage and fought "Grant him thine eternal rest, O Lord!" The Grim Reaper brings a grievous sense of loss to us, in the death of Phillip H. Murray: He was a potent, but unassuming power for the advancement of his people. He was one of the builders of the foundation upon which must stand the future destiny of the Negro race. He saacrificed his life for the good of all. Those who enjoyed his personal friendship found him to be affable, kind and indulgent and for this he was loved and honored. He was able, conscientious and energetic. He realized the help he could be to his race and he never faulted in the effort. He was intelligent and broad-minded and a linguist with a power to enforce his ideals. Although in his final days his body was racked with pain from a fatal sickness he never lost courage and fought for his race to the end. "Grant him thine eternal rest, O Lord!" THINK TWICE BEFORE YOU SPEAK The unfortunate utterances of a employees in the office of Mayor Kielt. No one can reasonably assume that expressions. It was only the baby overenthusiast. It was no doubt giving as it did at this time, it only. The effect is a bitter experience because to represent the opinions of the mission and be capable of filling it to represent the race on important or have not been given time for extemporaneous discussion is a r hope that this burden will not be in must "think twice before we speak ourselves. tunate utterances of a janitor at a gathering the office of Mayor Kiel last Saturday is to be reasonably assume that the speaker was se- cured. It was only the babble of a misguided toast. It was no doubt given in a spirit of jolli- l at this time, it only served as food for a bitter experience but a good lesson. The present the opinions of their fellowmen should be capable of filling it. Too often are men the race on important affairs who are either been given time for serious thought. The tous discussion is a rarity that few men p is burden will not be imposed upon others he twice before we speak," we can ill afford The unfortunate utterances of a janitor at a gathering of city employees in the office of Mayor Kiel last Saturday is to be regretted. No one can reasonably assume that the speaker was serious in his expressions. It was only the babble of a misguided tongue by an overenthusiast. It was no doubt given in a spirit of jollity, but, coming as it did at this time, it only served as food for our enemies. The effect is a bitter experience but a good lesson. Those who assume to represent the opinions of their fellowmen should know their mission and be capable of filling it. Too often are men called upon to represent the race on important affairs who are either not qualified or have not been given time for serious thought. The ability of extemporaneous discussion is a rarity that few men possess. We hope that this burden will not be imposed upon others hereafter. We must "think twice before we speak," we can ill afford to humiliate ourselves. THE POWER OF EFFICIENCY The recent promotion of a young sition, by a large manufacturing firm of efficiency. It further proves the color or creed. Efficiency is the mark the obstacles in life, clears the path respect of all mankind. The goal of efficiency cannot be often requires years of struggle, because of this young man, its develop. Our high schools graduate hum yearly, who have received the nuance on through classic and scientific fessions while others enter the industry because of that gruelling test, wayside because of lack of ambit succeed. There is no room in the slothful, the indolent, the dreamer. The success of the high school be opportunities are open to Negroes, and should be an incentive to inspiration to acquire efficiency and by soation in the pursuit of life, health. PULLMAN PORTERS The Benevolent Order Pullman Porters met Jan. 17, 1917, and endorsed the officers and committee for the success in raising $21.60 for the Christmas Basket Donation Fund and to thank the Ladies' Auxiliary for their effort to see that every sick porter received a Christmas gift. The porters also donated 50 bushels of coal to the Colored Orphans' Home. During the past six months the Benevolent Order paid more than $200 to the following sick members: F. D. Alston, E. R. Biggs, S. Baugh, J. W. Chambers, J. Clark, J. Douglass, I. C. Fowler, T. H. Goodrich, S. Lee, E. H. Hiddles, G. W. Rose, Gou, Sullivan, H. Smith, W. Wade, C. Young, A. S. Tate, B. Grishy and G. Biedoe. the promotion of a young Colored man to a re- large manufacturing firm, clearly exemplifie- t. It further proves that efficiency is mast- er and Efficiency is the nemesis of prejudice. In life, clears the pathway to success and co- uld mankind. Of efficiency cannot be reached by a single less years of struggle, patience and courage, but young man, its development is appreciated. Schools graduate hundreds of young men have received the nucleus for advancement, though classic and scientific pursuits, some take the others enter the industrial field. How man- kind of that gruelling test, efficiency. How man- kind of lack of ambition and determination, there is no room in the path of progressive indolent, the dreamer. Mass of the high school boy mentioned proves th es are open to Negroes. It is a vast field al- most an incentive to inspire energy, ambition and efficiency and by so doing command a high pursuit of life, health and happiness. ROSE, chaplain. Mick Committee Wm Miller, L. Dunn Thompson, S. Cruse, J. Biggs, E. Chandler, P. I. Robinson, collector. MOUND CITY SOCI MENT The recent promotion of a young Colored man to a responsible position, by a large manufacturing firm, clearly exemplifies the power of efficiency. It further proves that efficiency is master over race, color or creed. Efficiency is the nemesis of prejudice. It surmounts the obstacles in life, clears the pathway to success and commands the respect of all mankind. The goal of efficiency cannot be reached by a single bound. It often requires years of struggle, patience and courage, but, as in the case of this young man, its development is appreciated. Our high schools graduate hundreds of young men and women yearly, who have received the nucleus for advancement. Some continue on through classic and scientific pursuits, some take to the professions while others enter the industrial field. How many, however, fail because of that gruelling test, efficiency. How many fall by the wayside because of lack of ambition and determination. How few succeed. There is no room in the path of progressiveness for the slothful, the indolent, the dreamer. The success of the high school boy mentioned proves that industrial opportunities are open to Negroes. It is a vast field almost unlimited and should be an incentive to inspire energy, ambition and determination to acquire efficiency and by so doing command a higher consideration in the pursuit of life, health and happiness. There will be a special meeting Feb. 7th to complete the arrangements for the fourth annual banquet. The date will be published later. Board of Directors. John Haasmand, T. A. Cronshaw, A. P. Newton, Wm. Carter, J. H. Thomas, R. Eaton, W. P. Smith, H. E. Fields. Offours. C. H. Thomas, president; J. James, vice president; George Alexander, secretary; F. H. Henly, assistant secretary; J. F. Jackson, treasurer; G. W. ST. PETERS CITY Offices maa, president; J. James, ; George Alexander, sen- Henly, assistant secre- jackson, treasurer; G. W. The congregation of taking on new life un- leadership of Rev. F. S. Dickey, the evangelist, in ring sermons every night have been added this w PLISHING CO. ST. LOUIS, MO. mont 1462 ON RATES: ..... $1.50 ..... 1.00 ..... 50 ..... .05 Chicago e. Frost & Frost Nashville e. Frost & Frost. n us sense of loss to us, in the death potent, but unassuming power for he was one of the builders of the the future destiny of the Negro good of all. Those who enjoyed to be affable, kind and indulgent ed. energetic. He realized the help or faultered in the effort. He was linguist with a power to enforce his body was racked with pain courage and fought for his race real rest, O Lord!'" janitor at a gathering of city em- last Saturday is to be regretted. at the speaker was serious in his tale of a misguided tongue by an even in a spirit of jollity, but, conserved as food for our enemies, but a good lesson. Those who as- their fellowmen should know their Too often are men called upon affairs who are either not qualified usery thought. The ability of ority that few men possess. We exposed upon others hereafter. We "we can ill afford to humiliate Colored man to a responsible perform, clearly exemplifies the power that efficiency is master over race, thesis of prejudice. It surmounts way to success and commands the reached by a single bound. It resilience and courage, but, as in the moment is appreciated. Redds of young men and women for advancement. Some conficie pursuits, some take to the prostrial field. How many, however, efficiency. How many fall by the iron and determination. How few path of progressiveness for the mentioned proves that industrial It is a vast field almost unlimited the energy, ambition and determina- doing command a higher consider- and happiness. Rose, chaplain. Sick Committee. Wm Miller, L. Dunbar, Jao. T. Thompson, S. Cruse, J. Scott, E. R. Biggs, E. Chandler, P. D. Alstoga, L. A. Robinson, collector. MOUND CITY SOCIAL SETTLE MENT There will be a benefit matinee Saturday, February 10, at the Booker Washington Theater, 1:30 to 3 p. m. This is the first entertainment given for the settlement for over a year and we hope the public will respond generously. Tickets are only 10 cents. PROGRESSIVE HAIR GROWER Special inducements to new customers in hair dressing and weaving. A trial is all I ask. Mrs. Jax N. Secursky, 1100 N. Cornell avenue, Webster Groves. ST. PETERS CHURCH The congregation of St. Peters is taking on new life under the earliest leadership of Rev. F. S. Pitcher. Rev. Dickey, the evangelist, is preaching stirring sermons every night, and four souls have been added this week. SUCCESSFUL REVIVAL CLOSES THE MAYOR The great revival which has been in progress at Lane Tabernacle C. M. E. Church, 3966 Fairfax Ave., will close Monday evening, with a special sermon to the converts by Dr. J. H. Crooks, the great evangelist and gospel preacher from Clarksville, Teen Dr. Smith, the pastor, is well pleased with the result of the meeting. About 100 souls have accepted Christ as their Saviour during the course of these meetings. Drs. Crooks and Smith have been ably assisted by Dr. J. W. Jacobs presiding elder. Dr. Crooks will fill the pulpit Sunday 11 a. m., selecting for his sub M. According to reports, E. H. Newsome, an insurance agent of this city, employed for the past three years by the Clover Leaf Casualty Co., of Jacksonville, Ill., has been transferred by the Company to Indianapolis, Ind., to take charge of the district office of that city, beginning about April last. Until this time, Mr. Newsome will do special work for the Company through Kansas, Missouri, Illinois and Kentucky. The transfer comes as an agreeable surprise to Mr. Newsome because it gives him a broader field to work and it is understood the change is a reward for faithful service, and no doubt he will make good in his new field of labor as he has done in the city. He wishes to thank his many policy-holders and the general public, for their loyal support which has made it possible for him to receive such consideration from a company that has thrown down the barrier to colored people in four or five of the middle states; something that no other white health and accident company has done. Mr. Now some states that he is personally supervising the transferring of his debt to responsible and skilled agents, who he feels will manifest the same interest in each policy-holding that he did highly and asks them to be as loyal to the assigned agent and company in the future as they have in the past, and there will be no regrets for having trusted the Clover Leaf Casualty Company for any protection mentioned in their contracts. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH By Mimi Sadie Pillow Rev. R. H. Cole last Sunday morning with much earnestness and power set forth many unquestionable reasons why many church members are without spiritual influence. The church feels greatly benefited by the preaching of the Gospel. At night, Rev. Humphrey preached to an acceptable congregation. Rev. Cole will preach us usual Sunday morning. Rev. Then, Badgers will preach Sunday night. Subject, "God Will Provide." The rally is still on. We wish all members to see the clerk and renew their subscriptions. All members and friends are cordially invited to attend. Secure a nice, warm, furnished room for the winter. Consult the Advertising columns in the Argus. At 3 p. m. a great mass meeting will be held for the ladies only, conducted by Dr. Crooks, assisted by Dr. Smith. All the ladies are invited to attend this service. At night the subject will be "God's Provision for Man." On Monday night, after the special service to the converts, the different boards and auxiliaries will entertain the new members. All are invited to attend this service and listen to the parting words of Dr. Crooks. Subject for Monday night, "Keeping the Faith." COMING SOON Notice.—A real treat is in store for the citizens of St. Louis, Mo. Our own Dr. F. H. Cook, of Little Rock, Ark., one of the best Gospel ministers of today, one who is known all over the U. S., a silver tongue orator, a master of the pulpit, one who has called and baptized more converts than any one man in the entire South, one whom black and white would rejoice to hear, great crowds go to hear this able divine, will be in St. Louis during the last week of February, for ten or more days. The pastors of the city desiring to have this able minister to speak at their services, will do well to write him, asking for dates. Address him at No. 1215 Wright Avenue, Little Rock, Ark. —From The New Orleans News, The N. O. Herald. PROVIDENCE BAPTIST NOTES The St. Louis Evening Evangelical Alliance held an interesting meeting at Providence, Monday night. The 133d Psalm was discussed by Reverends Brown, Venerable, Puller, Jones, Shelby, Phillips, and Picket. Everyone present enjoyed the meeting. Rev. Dr. Peck, of St. James A. M. E. Church, was appointed Chairman of the "Executive Committee," and Rev. Dr. Washington, of the Presbyterian Church, Chairman of the "Bible Study Committee." A number of ladies united with the Alliance last Monday night. Rev. Dr. Jones will address the Alliance next Monday night at 8 p.m. Let all be in their places at the opening of the meeting. Rev. Dr. Cole will speak next Sunday morning on "How God Gives the Victory." Hear the choir at Providence and be convinced that they are destined to be front liners. ```markdown ``` Our Educational Committee has just closed a contract with the Manager of the New Grand Central Theater to show Winston Churchill's "Crisis" on February 12, Lincoln's birthday. A thoroughly interested audience listened to the year's reports of Wheatley Branch Y. W. C. A., Friday evening at the Annual Meeting. Many were surprised at the slow but very sure growth in the work of Wheatley Branch. Annual reports will be published to next week reports. Beginning Thursday, February 1, wholesome meals may be secured in the Y. W. C. A. lunchroom. Any girl or young woman furnishing desirable references can secure employment through our Employment office. Members served free of charge. The members of the Thursday Evening Physical Class are having a great time. Mr. T. Theodore Taylor's appearance in a Piano Recital Tuesday evening was an occasion of real enjoyment to music lovers. The voice of our favorite tenor, Mr. J. Arthur Freeman, thrilled the audience with its usual sweetness. Vesper Services at 4:45 Sunday afternoon. A social hour will follow the meeting. White people who have bought more than one thousand lots in old Kinloch Park have been paying the same prices on the same terms as the Colored people who have bought in South Kinloch Park. If there is any difference, the Colored people have been getting the best of it, because South Kinloch Park is nearer the city and has better street car service. The good Colored people of South Kinloch Park have built themselves a little city of which they have a right to be proud. More than a hundred homes, three churches, and a splendid public school have been built in the last few years. And now we have something new that is going to mean a bigger and better South Kinloch Park. We have been able to induce a number of white people of good standing to come in with us and co-operate with us—to help with their money, their influence and their good will to make South Kinloch Park a bigger and better place for the self-respecting Negro to live and make his home. We have given these people a big share of our profits in order to get their help, because we believe it is for the benefit of everybody concerned. We have always been ready to give land to the churches at a nominal price—because we believed they would help South Kinloch Park. We have always been ready to give land to schools and public institutions at a nominal price—because we believed they would help South Kinloch Park. And now we are giving land to a certain number of white people of good standing, at a nominal price because we believe their money, their influence and their good will are going to help South Kinloch Park. If you have any friends who have been thinking of buying urg. them to come out now, because there are bigger and better things in store for South Kinloch Park. OLIVE STREET TERRACE REALTY COMPANY. TABERNACLE BAPTIST CHURCH Dr. Z. E. McGee is a wonderful gospel preacher, many are coming in the church. The Doctor will preach a special sermon Sunday morning on the subject, "The Fundamentals of True Religion," and at 8 p. m. his subject will be, "Why Not Make Use of Them?" This will close the revival. Dr. Moseley truly understood how to handle a church and men especially, for all seem to love him, so much so, until they are going to get him an automobile. Dr. Moseley will baptize Sunday at 3 p. m. All are invited to be present. SEVEN CHURCH BAPTIST UNION SEVEN CHURCH BAPTIST UNION The Seven Church Baptist Union met January 29, with Semple Avenue Baptist Church, Rev. Geo. W. Clemmons, pastor. The meeting was an inspiring one both spiritually and financially. The sermon by President Hall, from Eph. 1:5, was indeed a soul-stirring one. We all must confess that Rev. Hall is a wonderful gospel preacher. Pastor Clemmons and his people must be commended for their spirit of giving. Singing. Prayer. Next meeting to be held at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 1405 Morgan, for the Pilgrim Baptist Church, Rev. Marka, pastor. Sermon to be preached by Rev. E. R. Mason. Singing—collection $22.03. Benediction, Rev. J. W. Hall, Rev. A. J. Dixon, Vice-Pres; Rev. E. L. Moton, See; E. R. Masqa, Asst. See; S. M. Moton, Reporter. and friends to be present Sunday, as the church wishes to reimburse him for his service. Those that received envelopes please bring them in Sunday. ST. PAUL CHURCH Last Sunday, the pastor, Dr. W. B. Johnson, selected for his discourse, "Make room for Jesus." Those who heard him said it was the best sermon delivered by him since coming in the city. The Holy Spirit was felt by many and quite a few accepted the terms of salvation and cast their lot with us. St. Paul seems to be in a praying mood just now, and the pastor is proud of it, as he is preparing a soul winning revival. Don't fall to hear him Sunday morning and night as both sermons are masterly efforts. Strangers cordially invited. ST. JAMES A. M. B. CHURCH A large congregation listened to Dr. Peck Sunday morning in his masterly sermon to the graduates of Sumner High School on "Character Building." As the young people sat, eager drinking in every word as it eloquently fell from his lips, he graphically told the story of how God commanded Moses to build the "Ark of the Covenant," and in its construction to use nothing but the best and most costly material. He appealed to the class to emulate the example of Moses and in the formation of their character to use nothing but the best. We hope the impression will be lasting and helpful to the January Class of 1917. The Senior Endeavor gave a social at the residence of Mrs. Oscar Ficklin, Friday, January 26. An enjoyable evening was spent. Among the guests present were the Misses Ross and mother, of St. Paul. We are delighted to report Mrs. Peek very much improved. She will leave the early part of the week for Kansas City, with her mother, where she will spend a few weeks to recuperate. If you want strong "Gospel Meat" worship at St. James. POULTRY POINTERS The practice of poultry feeding, while governed largely by circumstances, should as far as possible be confined to the regular routine. A hen eats approximately three to four ounces a day, or about six pounds a month. The amount fed each day varies with the appetite of the bird. The success of egg production depends largely upon the activity of the bird. The reason the Leghorns excel in egg production is largely because they keep themselves in good physical condition. They exercise. It has been found that a few thorough applications of crude petroleum to the interior of poultry houses will destroy completely the common red mite infesting chickens. The hen that is first off the roost in the morning, keeps busy during the day and is the last to go to roost at night is the profitable hen. It will pay the poultry keeper to nail up cracks in the back, sides and root of his henhouse. Some birds have the disposition to take exercise, others have to be forced. This is especially true of the heavier breeds. Overfeeding causes inactivity, which will be manifested by no holes being dug in the straw. The skill of the poultry feeder is tested by the manner in which he compels the hens to exercise. Egg production is quite largely dependent upon keeping the birds in condition There is no danger of overfeeding, providing the birds are compelled to take sufficient exercise. The hen that is inactive and shows long toenails is seldom a good producer. Beat the yolks of two eggs and add a cupful of milk, a half teaspoonful of salt, a tablespoonful of heated butter and a cupful of cora meal. Beat the mixture well, then add a half cupful of flour with a teaspoonful of baking powder. Fold in the well beaten whites of the eggs and bake for 20 minutes in a hot oven, using 12 gum pana. Put two tablespoonfuls of olive oil or butter into a saucepan; when hot, add four tablespoonfuls of chopped onion, stir until the onion is soft, add a teaspoonful of curry powder, the same amount of chopped red pepper and a chopped or finely grated coconut. Add a cupful of the coconut milk and cook slowly one hour. Dish and serve with poached eggs. Boiled rice, baked apples, stewed rhubarb or chutney go well with this dish. THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS RHS OF THE Washington, City Hotel Alexander, 2918 East d, 826 N. 20th. Bride, 1412 Morgan Luders, 826 N. 20th. Lucas, 1324 Sprucee Childs, 2629 Market Schools, 3400 Lawton Teller, 2331 Papin. Maybon, 2224 Morgan Stittiford, 806 Market Cues, 2232 Wash. Haffner, 2274 Luca Knelson, 703 N. 14th Warren, 1452 S. F. Smith, 4331 Maffitt. Moore, 2626 Lawton Didwin, 2136 Chest Anderson, 820 N. 10 Williams, 3901 F. Mason, 1617 Clark. Hopkins, 4316 Natl Hompson, 3016 Luc Lucker, 1102 N. 13th. Ker, 2626 Morgan Catt, 24 S. Leonard Bryd, Jr., 3101 Lau Johnson, 4206 W. Bo Bonnner, 3428 Hicke Franklin, 2813 Pine Clay, City Sanitary Cloud, City Sanitary Hutt, 3520 Cozzens. John Smith, mother of Trice, passed to re ofd Saturday, Jan. of Mr. Robt. Story General of Nelson Pres- erve, who died Tu- t St. Marks Chu- n, under the auspices No. 17 A. F. In MEMORIAM long memory of my man, who departed t February 2, 1916 is one from us ha we love is still vacant in our h ever can be filled. graveyard, softly sl the flowers gently none I loved so do nearly, silent grave missed by mother, Mrs. Ruth PETER H. HARRIS IN MEMORIAM ing memory of my m. harton, who departed 19, 1916. is one from us has we love is still is vacant in our ever can be filled. is mother, true and earth like, her w her her home, it was hearts, she linge us, she did her b brigant her eternal r missed by husband children. IN MEMORIAM ble of her so dear never be forgot held him in Bonne resented, "He is not town of Bonne 1 'a children cannot cease to hold the sk of our hero, Bee ing remembrance o superintendent. W. 1. Williams, Cottag from No. 1. 胃 Ask Spirit Honor Your Servant STANLEY S. E. Cor. Per. In addition I have opened Ave. s.I carr Dressed Pouters, Shrimp toes, Onions and Celery. plies and Stri In my C the very be lates and delivered. In addition to my Fish and Vegetable Market, I have opened another store 2424 N. Pendleton Ave. s.I carry a first class line of Fresh Meats. Dressed Poultry and Eggs. Fresh Fish, Oysters, Shrimps, Lobsters and Frog Legs. Potatoes, Onions, Cabbage, Lettuce, Cauliflower and Celery. Oranges, Lemons, Bananas, Apples and Strawberries. In my Confectionery Department I have the very best Home Made Candies, Chocolates and all dainty goods. Phone orders delivered. Lindell 4722 FATHER D The Only Cemetery Negro Business DIRECTORY --- rage 6 Personal; Business and Professional Cards, Business Chances, For Sale or Rent Houses, Stores, Flats, 5c per line; minimum 15c. Help Wanted, Situations Wanted, For Rent Rooms, Rooms and Board, 5c per line; minimum 15c. Display A1.50c per inch Special Rates in 4-time Ads. OULVEY'S DRUG STORE The old Pinket store, Jefferson and Lawton Aves. Out rate prices. This store is often imitated, but never equaled. A BIG BARGAIN For sale a beautiful lot 50x100, with a nice three-room house, cellar, water in house, gas, and good cistern water on the outside, two porches on north and south sides. Granitoid in front, near Court House. Worth $2,200, can be bought for $1,800 cash. Call and inspect, 483 Bonhomme Ave. Apply at 427. Bonhomme Ave., Clayton, Me. Ask for Daniel White. (5-19) FOR SALE: The owner says "sell." This is the best bargain on W. Belle. A five and six room single flat. Gas and electric fixtures. In first class condition. Terms to suit. See J. E. Mitchell, 2341 Market. Phone, Bom. 1452. FOR RENT: Two nice light basement rooms, 1516, Goode Ave. Call Lindell 4499W. (1-26-4). FOR RENT: One furnished room, reasonable rent modern convenience. 2621 Market Place. (1-19-1.) FOR RENT: Three single rooms and bath, furnished; electric lights and telephone free. Forest 3895M. AGENTS WANTED: Lady agents wanted to solicit for a reliable house —apply Mrs. Meyer, 410 Clark Ave., between 1 and 4 p. m. (4-12-22.) MEN WANTED WANTED—28 building wreckers. Steady employment. Good wages. Coben-Swartz Rail and Steel Co., 23 Branch St. WANTED—Men for sewer work, steady job, two years' work. Apply at the Gilt Edge News Co., 2303 Market street. FOR RENT: Two nice furnished rooms, cheap. 3044 Marnice Pt.; inquire at 3038 Marnice or see janitor. 1425 Semple Ave. (1-12-4.) FOR RENT: Three neatly furnished rooms, for couple or gentlemen. 3413 Lawton. Phone. Lindell 2583. FOR RENT.—Neatly furnished room, hot and cold water, furnace heat, electric lights, for gentleman, 4174 West Belle. 1-5-17 FOR RENT.—Neatly furnished rooms, modern convenience. Second and third floor front. Mrs. Eblen, 3111 Lucas Ave., Bomont 2702. 1-5-17. FOR RENT: Furnished and unfurnished rooms, third floor front and back. Cheap. 2727 Lawton. (4:2-2). WANTED—Office girl to work in store. Write Box 8, Argus office, 2341 Market St. MEN WANTED: Colored men 21 to 35 years of age, wishing positions as sleeping car porters or train porters on Missouri roads, write for application blank and information. No experience necessary. INTER-RAILWAY, DEPT. 110 Indianapolis, Ind. PARTNER WANTED—Want a business partner with cash of $300, to go one-half. Interested truck farming, poultry and hog raising, with stand at 2924 Lacede. Farm at Barnhart, Mo., 30 miles from St. Louis. R. S. Hamilton. FOR BENT: Four rooms and bath: second floor. 4025 West Bells. Call in the evenings or Sunday. Lindell 1932W. (4-2-2). FOR BENT: One or two rooms, furnished or unfurnished. 4263 Loaky Street. (4-2-2). STARKES AND STARKES Carpenters and Builders. General operating of all kinds. Let me estimate your work. Office, 4243 Cottage Ave. EDWARD A. NEAL. EDWARD A NEAL. Carpenter and Builder. General repairing. All work promptly attended to. Call and see me. 2335 Randolph Street. A. BENJ. DAVIS Tuner, Repairer and Finisher; of Pianos Reed and Pipe Organ Expert Work. Guaranteed. Headquarters Y. M. C. A. Building 702 Lawton Ave. St. Louis, CHAS. S. PERKINS, Sign Painter and Interior Decorator First-Class Work. Prices Reasonable 3132 Fair Avenue. You cannot afford to neglect your eyes if they bother you, have them rested tree. Glasses fitted from $1.00 up. Fifteen years' experience. DR. WILLIAM KNIGHT, 2335 Market St. CHAS. H. SMITH ELECTRICIAN Licensed and bonded, electrical contractor. We will wire your old or new house and furnish you fixtures and give you six months to one year to pay for it. Fans rented, sold and repaired. "The rose is red." Call or write me, 2311 Morgan, Beamont 870R. Chan. H. Smith. Real gold-filled eyeglasses for only one dollar. Money back if you want it. Sale. Monday and Tuesday at Harry G. Douglas, Prescription Drug- gist Quality and Service Store, 2408 North Pendleton Avenue. We actually sell you the genuine gold-filled eyeglasses or spectacle frames, guaranteed to assay k-10th 12-karat gold filled, and to wear for ten years. Similar glasses elsewhere, $2.50 up. With these frames is a pair of our genuine pericopic crystal lenses, fitted free by our expert optician, who has had years of experience in fitting glasses. For only one dollar. Special lenses extra. $3.50 rimless glasses. $2.25; $5.00 bifocales, two pairs in one, for $3.00. Similar glasses elsewhere. $4.00 and $6.00. PIPE FITTER Steam and Hot Water Radiator A. Specialty. All Kinds of Stoves Repaired. Call E. M. Paschall 4314-a Lucky St. Louis, Mo. WANTED—25 men to load and un- load cars. Steady employment. Good wages. Cohen-Swartz Rail and Steel Co., 93 Branch St. POR RENT: Two furnished rooms, gentlemen only. 4067 West Belle, East A. Phone, Lindell 2996R. (1-19-4) POR RENT: Nice front rooms to desirable people. 4055a W. Belle. 2.2-1 POR RENT: One furnished room for gentleman. 19 S. Compton. (1-19-4) POR RENT: Nicely furnished room, with modern convenience. Phone, Forest 6746W. 4422 W. Belle. (1-26-4) FOR RENT: Nearly Furnished rooms front and back with all conveniences 828 Pine St. FOR RENT.—Only two furnished rooms to rent, 3rd floor, just as nice as second floor. Everything comfortable and homelike. Purchase heat, air tric light, hot or cold bath. Gentleman preferred, CITY West Bells Pl. (4-1-19) THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS FOR TOUCH AND BEAUTY use Hor-Tona a Youthful Brown Skin Powder and Vanishing Cream. Price 25c. Made only by Evelyn Horton Mfg. Co., 4188 W. Belle Place, St Louis, M. Liberal terms to agents. "Dermatan," the best known hair grower in the world. You are entitled to the best; therefore you should insist on using Dermatan. The demand for this preparation is increasing each day by those who have used it. Special inducements to agents. Guaranteed by Guatemala Mfg. Co. Mn. To W-Dermant, president, 2749 Walnut St, St Louis, Mo. BIBLE COLLEGE OF DIVINITY New location is 2226 Pine St. A complete college course can be had with board and lodging. Classes day and night. Rev. N. H. Baynes, president. The Negro Year Book for sale at the Gilt' Edge News Co. - R. Goode has been appointed recently as district manager for the Negro Year Book Co. We hope to be able to place this book in every home in his district. It is a wonderful encyclopedia of the race. The book is without an equal. The publisher stakes his reputation on this statement. Reading the book will verify the claim. Special inducements to agents. Send 35c in postage and the book will be mailed free. Address R. Goode, 2203 Market St. St. Louis The New Pension Law takes in windows and Colored soldiers as well as others. Write us for copy of new law and know your rights. Send 20 cents. Send to Fitzgerald & Delp, Pension Agency, Indianapolis, Ind. ODD FELLOWS' HALL Odd Fellows' Hall 2923 Morgan Street. Newly decorated lodge rooms and reception hall for rent. Special attention to private receptions. Rent very reasonable. See janitor or call the secretary's office. Phone, Delmar 4299L. MARKET STREET, CLINIC DR. LOUIS RUSH Is still at Hours: 9:30 a. m. to 4:30 p. m. REPAIR SHOP 3215 MARKET ST. MOSES LAMPKINS, Prop. Ask your dealer for Johanson Bro. shoes. Best for wear, price, style, equality in the market. Best bargain on W. Belle. 5 and 6 room flat, Real Cheap. 4411 W. Belle. See J. E. Mitchell, Argus Office WONDERFUL Spirit Medium ```markdown ``` Pensioned of many strange sugars, more wonderful than ever. Exhibit in new an hourly booklet. Professor of History and History of India, President of India and is recognized by the profession as the leader of the Border Science. President of the Madhya World Association. He tells you exactly what troubles or worries you will bring success, instruct you should be careful to gale your wish in business, here or marriage how to win the love of any one, even a small, when and when you will want, and more glorious facts than you ever required before. All business is Graceful. All business seriously valuable. Read well developed. READINGS, IN CENTERS, 822-A HAYTON AVL. Graduate of Boston Public Research Society, London, England, and Overall College of India. DER-MA-TAS NEGRO YEAR BOOK NEW PENSION LAWS ODD FELLOWS' HALL 2117 Market THIS STAR OF ENGLYND HEEL For Sale Similar but Different. They were meandering slowly toward the parental domicile of the maid, after the theater and a little supper at a swell heanery, when the spirit moved him to do a conundrum. "Darling" he asked, "why am I like the moon?" "I don't know, George," she stammered, "l but I h-hope it isn't b- because you get F-ful." "No," he answered in a tone redolent with sadness, "it's because I am down to my last quarter." "There is one thing," remarked the man who thinks useless thoughts, "that everybody knows." "And what is that?" asked the party of the dense part. 图 "Everybody knows that other people make mistakes," answered the useless think- Well Cared For. Welk CARED For. "The Grabcah children are being given an international education." "What do you mean by that?" "They have two French nurses, a German tutor, an Italian music teacher, a Russian dancing master and the representative of an imporerished, but old and aristocratic family, as governean." Cold Reception. "Did you have any luck when you asked Dr. Piller's consent to marry his daughter?" "None whatever. In fact, he assumed a professional air and prescribed a change of scene in some spot distant not less than 1,000 miles from his domicile." Retort Courteous. Tenant (angrily)—I'm going to move the first of the month. That house of yours ain't fit for a hog to live in. Landlord (calmly)—Ah, I see. So that is why you are going to move, ch? JESUS "Ump!" answered the chief, "Indians have big meeting. After meeting, have dog feast." "Yea, verily," we answered, "after the pow-wow comes the bow-wow." Unpardonable Error. Mrs. Uppson—Is your new neighbor a society woman? Mrs. DeSwell—Mercy, no! Why, she actually calls the kitchen maid a hired girl. Miles. The Chinese claim to have invented nearly everything. "Actions speak louder than words," quoted the moralizer. "So they say," rejoined the demoralizer, "but did you ever try to make your wife believe it?" Vast Resources of Siberia Siberia is destined one day to become the richest country in the world, for it has a natural wealth so diversified, and as yet almost untouched, that it has no rival in the old world. How vast this wealth is is described by A. Kammer in La Nature. Before the war Siberia was producing from 1,000,000 to 1,300,000 tons of flour a year. As a grazing country it has no limits and it exports large quantities of leather, tallow and butter. Its forests are almost inexhaustible and it supplies furs to all the world. Its mineral wealth can only be guessed at, for the greater part of the country has never been prospected. But there are several enormous deposits of oil, that of Konsnetz embracing about 30,000 square miles and estimated to contain 920,000,000 tons of oil; that of Irkutsk, estimated to contain 250,000,000 tons, and those of the Konsnetsk and Siemtpalatinsk. Some of these have as yet scarcely been touched. The Konsnetz basin possesses also great deposits of iron ore, estimated to contain 15,000,000 tons. Iron occurs in large quantities in many other regions. 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Circulars with pictures of Clocks and Plagues sent on application. Address. made to your measure, in the latest style, would you be willing to keep and wear it show it to your friends and let them see our beautiful samples and dashing new styles? Could you use $5.00 a day for a little spare time? Perhaps I can offer you a staffed job. If you will write me a letter or a postal at one and say "I need your personal affair," I will need you and styles to pick up library office. Address: L. E. ASHEN, President Barner Tailoring Co. E-mail: ashen@barner.com This most famous interview in history occurred probably in some room in Jerusalem where Jesus was a guest, a room reached by an outer stairway so that he could receive visitors privately. 1. The Teacher of the Jews (vv. 1, 2). Nicodemus was a member of the sanhedrin (Ch. 7:50). He belonged to the Pharisees who were much devoted to the scriptures, and in whose hand the political affairs were largely placed by the Romans. There are several reasons why Nicodemus came to Jesus by night. Prudence dictated secrecy, but that he came at all was encouraging. He was more apt to find Jesus at home in the evening. He had much that he wished to learn, and needed a quiet hour, removed from the crowd. The things that Jesus had done and taught, made Nicodemus think that Jesus might be the Messiah. Nicodemus wanted to know how to be blessed or happy.. M. knew the storm was coming when he sent them out upon that lake to cross to the other side. It may have looked like fair weather to them. There may have been no hint from the air or sky of the coming storm. But all the time he knew what they were going to meet out there upon the water. And he knows our way. He is acquainted with every step that lies before us. We have met no storm that has not first blown past him and we may boldly say with the Psalmist of old, "My times are in Thy hands." We can hear him say as we see the storm-clouds gathering. "As thy day so shall thy strength be." Had these disciples known it the presence of the storm was no sign they were out of his place, and this is as true for us. But the storm was there and he had sent them into it with its consequent toll. The difficulty and danger of their place was not because of the toil. They were doing what they were accustomed to do for they were fishermen on that lake. Neither did their difficulty and danger come from the storm. From their long acquaintance with that lake they would be familiar with storms. But their danger arose because of their loyalty to the Master's command. He had told them to go to the other side, knowing that if they went, they would go against wind and wave. They may not have made much progress against the storm, but at least they were headed right in the path of obedience. It is in this path of obedience that the Christian meets the difficulties. He finds he must sometimes go against the storm of public opinion, the wind that rises in the business world sometimes blows contrary to him, and even in his home he may meet difficulties if he obeys the Lord. It is comparatively easy to run with the storm; it is difficult to row against it. As someone has said, "any dead fish can go down the stream only a live one can move against the current." Their safety came not because of their seamanship. They were going not only contrary to the wind, but contrary to their knowledge of how to handle the boat in such a time of stress. Had they exercised their seamanship they would have turned about and run before the storm, but because the Master had said to go forward, their loyalty to his command forbade them seeking safety in disobience. However, they were still in the place of safety in spite of their seeming recklessness. Neither were they safe because of the scaworthiness of their boat. However good the boat may have been, they were doing the very thing that their experience told them would swamp it. But we are told in verse 48 that the Master was watching them. He could measure the weight of every wave and the force of every blast of wind. He would know just the moment to say "Peace, be still" to both wind and waves. It is not what we see and know, but what he sees and knows. He who notes the sparrow's fall and counts the hairs of our head will never place us where the waves are too mighty or the wind too strong. He knows what lies before us. He often sends us into the place of toll and storm—the place of difficulty and danger—but he is always watching, and because of his watchfulness, our place, however dangerous, is the place of perfect safety. Place of Satisfaction. Finally he comes to them walking upon the sea and moving against the contrary wind. He passes through the wind that was so difficult to them with perfect ease. The storm raged about him as it did about them, but he was superior to it all. The measure of our obedience to him will be the measure of our superiority to every storm, our calmness in every danger, and our safety in every difficulty. If this should meet the eye of one of God's tempted ones in the midst of stress and storm, let him know that in the midst of the darkness he is alongside walking with them against the contrary wind and saying, "He of good clever, it is I. L be not afraid." THE ST. LOUIS AEGUS I have no worry regarding my hair on honeyhair it always stays pressed in our Majors Oxford Hair Oils. Little drops of water Little grains of sand. Doesn't harm my complexion not where I am for I use Majors Oxford Complexion Cream. 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"THE TARANTULA" In Six Acts Sunday, Feb. 4 "THE BATTLE BYMN OF THE REPUBLIC" A Photoplay Master piece Showing President Lincoln's Assassination at Ford's Theatre also "THE VITAL QUESTION" A Detective Thriller Monday, Feb. 5 Episode Number 1 of "PATRIA" "THE LAST OF THE FIGHTING CHANNINGS" Also, in Three Parts "TWIN SOULS" In Three Parts Tuesday Seventh Episode of "PEARL OF THE ARMY" Wednesday "THE SILENT BATTLE" Blue Bird Photoplay and "GRANT POLICE REPORTER" Thursday "THE HAUNTED WOMAN" In Five Parts "CRIMSON STAIN MYSTERY" and "HAZARDS OF HELEN" Commenceing February 14 "THE SECRET KINGDOM" COMING TO THE COMET Tuesday, February 6 Julius Steiger, in "THE BLINDNESS OF LOVE" COMING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 12 "PATRIA" Every Monday The Latest Photo-play Serial "THE SHIELDING SHADOW" Every Wednesday "A LASS OF THE LUMBERLANDS" Featuring Miss Helen Holmes Every Thursday "THE PURPLE MASK" Every Friday "THE CRIMSON STAIN MYSTERY" The Pendleton PENDLETON & FINNEY Program for Week Commencing Saturday, Feb. 3. Saturday, "Britton of the Seventh," in five parts, showing the battle scenes of Custer's last stand and the "Yellow Menace." Sunday, Feb. 4, Miss Nance O'Neill in "The Witch," a Blue Ribbon Feature in five parts. Monday, Feb. 5, Valeska Suratt in "The Soul of Broadway," and "Fearl of the Army." No. 1. Wednesday, Edwin Stevens in "The Devil's Toy." and "The Crimson Stain Mystery." Thursday, Anita Stewart and Earl Williams in "Sins of the Mothers" and "Shielding Shadow." Friday, Nance O'Neil in "The Flames of Johannis" and "Girl from Prisco." General admission - Adults, 10 centres; children, 3 cents. Learn Muisc In 30 Lessons I will teach you to play the Violin in 30 lessons. Your money back if not satisfied. Prof. Thomas Melton Phone Bomont 1721. Studio 3108 Pine St. We Buy and Sell, Pups, Canaries, Parrots, Etc. Call or write New Bird and Dog Store 8111 Olive St. St. Louis Watch for the play, "Cause and Effect, " at Uncle Memorial, March 4. ATHLETICS AND AMUSEMENTS By H. T. M. A CRACK-A-JACK GOOD SHOW AT THE BOOKER WASHINGTON THIS WEEK. All the acts at the Booker Wash- ton Theatre this crack merit the title "Feature." The combination is strong and a crack-a-jack good show is the result. Blain and Brown open the show with an original act that characterizes an old man and an incorrigible kid. The kid part is played by the female mem- ber and is a true representation of a dissatisfied boy who "aint never had no good time like other boys." The team offers some good singing and dancing and close strong. The Marinall Sisters, Nina and Ethel, have an excellent singing and dancing act that is presented with plenty of vim. Both are finished performers, formerly of the Smart Set Company. Nina is the wife of Salem Tutt Whitney. They are neat dancers and have good voices. All of their numbers are well received and their finale, song and dance, "On the Puppy's Tail," is a big hit. The Down-Home Band closes the show. The company consists of the Jones family, P. M., Mytta, Billie and Thelma, also Henry Campbell and Edward Jackson, who are St. Louisans. An instrumental act is offered and brass, reed, string, drums and traps are used. Several pieces are played and the blues get a conspicuous inning. Billie, who is a very small boy, makes an individual hit featuring "O You Drummer." His sister Thelma also stars with the drums and cornet. Campbell and Jackson play the guitar and banjorine and sing. Several good songs are offered and the entire act is rewarded with appreciative applause. NEXT WEEK AT THE BOOKER WASHINGTON THEATRE Beginning Monday, February 5 Drake and Walker's Bombay Girls in a big musical review. The company is one of the largest on the road. It consists of 15 star performers. Has own band and orchestra. Don't fail to hear the big band concert. Every evening at 6:30 in front of the theatre. This will be a dollar show for ten cents. Every Monday An extraordinary photoplay will be shown at the New Movie Theatre, Sunday, February 4, entitled "The Battle Hymn, of the Republic," showing Lee's surrender and President A. Lincoln's assassination at Ford's Theatre. The greatest historical photoplay, based upon the early, and last incidents of the life of our greatest president A. Lincoln. Commencing Monday, February 5, the long-awaited "Patria" serial will be shown. Neither time nor money are spared by the manager of the New Movie in securing the best variety of photoplays for his patrons. WOMEN, READ THESE GLAD TIDINGS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THIS ONE OF THE GREATEST NEWS PAPERS. You, your sister, or probably your mother are ailing and have suffered the untold tortures of agony and have tried every known remedy with no results. 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MILNE-HYGIENIC LABORATORY THIS SUIT. FREE To introduce for Holly Chats in Your Time $50 a Week THE ST. LOUIS AEGUS The Retina Moving Pie 20th and Market St. Open Daily From 1 to 11 Every Day a 5 Part Feature With the Players in Connection With The Most Wonderful Serials THE VAMPIRES The Retina Moving Picture Show 20th and Market St. Open Daily From 1 to 11 p.m. Every Day a 5 Part Feature With the Most Famous Players in Connection With The Most Wonderful Serials of To-day The Arch Criminals of Paris The Masked Men of Mystery, Fight to Maintain Their Mastery as the CRIME TRUST OF FRANCE You can watch these arch criminals of Paris twice a week, for nine consecutive weeks. Don't Fail to see them on ON TUESDAYS MISS BILLIE BURKE In GLORIAS MONANCE NO higher standard has ever been attained in the art of cinematography than that achieved by the twenty chapter reel, "Gloria's Romance. No greater star has ever been presented, no greater star has ever been assembled. No author greater than Rupert Hughes has ever been employed to write continuous photoplay. No-producer has ever attempted such a great undertaking. No serial production has ever been completed in memoirable patronage. Billie Burke in "Gloria's Romance" remains the SUPREME attraction. THE SHIELDING SHADOW A new wonder serial in 15 Chapters. The Stars—Grace Darmond, Ralph Kellard and Leon Barry. Pictorial Weeklies---Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, portraying the most important events around the world. and Children 5c ADMISSION Conference On Negro Migration (Continued from page 1) follows: "The end of the great war will find America facing a flood of immigration workers, refugees and defectives. I expect heavy immigration not from Germany and France, but from Central Europe because of the great devastation it has suffered. Millions will rush to America as soon as the gates are opened. Along with this heavy immigration I expect a large exodus. I believe that many will go from this country back to Europe as soon as the war is over for various reasons. Some will go for curiosity; others will go to see relatives, who were not permitted to come over because of one reason or another; others will go because of the widespread belief that land will be cheap in Europe and they will be able to buy property." Mr. E. J. Triay, Jr., of the Eric Railroad, in part, spoke as follows: "The Eric Railroad has employed a large number of the Negro migrants and we are still in need of more because of the abnormal state of labor conditions in this part of the country. It is altogether unfair that the Southern states should enforce laws prohibiting the moving of labor from their borders when there are railroads all over this country that would pay good wages to those laborers. We who have employed Colored men from the South have found the majority good workers; a few have been like any other race or any other men, shiftless and ready to "jump their jobs," but the majority are otherwise." Mr. Jackson, from Lukens Steel and Iron Works, Coatesville, Pa.; in speaking of the employees of the company, stated: "We have a large number of Negroes recently arrived, from the South, and are giving them the best we have in the way of advice, counsel, and ideas of how to make a mark in the world. The men are making larger wages than they ever did before, and are making good, which I attribute to our endeavor to treat them fairly." In presenting a program of work for the Negro in cities, Forrester B. Washington, in part, said: "We are aware of the fact that the need for recreational centers is a hundredfold more important in a northern community than in the South; because of the shorter hours of labor in the North and the migrant's absence from the restraining influence of the community that is acquainted with him. With this in view we have organized a League of young men, whose duty it is to get among the newcomers and invite them to one of the public school buildings each week to enjoy a pleasant evening with the very best class of people. Both the native Colored and white people of our community have a feeling that the Southern Negroes are more criminal than the northern, which creates a very unpleasant attitude against the newcomers especially. We have taken steps along this line and apprise the police of the opening of dives, and idle Negroes are found employment. In concluding the program E. K. Jones, Executive Secretary of the Urban League, proposed a plan for organizing work in cities throughout the country. Such movements to aid the migrating Negroes to adjust themselves to their new environment and in improving the conditions of Negroes in the South. At Central Wednesday Dr. Gen. E. Stevens, pastor of Central Baptist Church of this city, invited the ministers and other social workers of the city to meet Dr. Chayton Powell, who has been conducting a series of gospel meetings in St. ing Picture Show Market St. from 1 to 11 p. m. ure With the Meet Famous Connection perful Serials of To-day Copyrighted 1998 George R. On Especially Invited SSION 5c Louis during the past two weeks. The meeting was in the nature of a banquet at which an elaborate dinner was served by the ladies of the church. The question of the Negro Migration was discussed, Dr. Powell being the principal speaker. 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