St. Louis Argus

NEGRO SCHOOLS STILL CROWDED Attendance Has Been High During Cold Weather. Figures Prove Growth Is Normal And Not Due To Unsettled Migration Of Families From South As Claimed By Board Of Education. Elementary School Increase Is 2386, Equal To Accommodations Of Three Modern School Buildings. Sumner High Overcrowded. The People'sPaper The Trade Maker VOL. VL. NO. 43 NEGRO SC STILL CR Attendance Has Been H Weather. Figures Normal And Not D Migration Of Fami As Claimed By Boa Elementary School Increase Accommodations Of The Buildings. Sumner Hi That the oversowded conditions of the St. Louis Colored schools, has not been relieved by the effects of a cold winter is shown in figures obtained by the Argus this week. In a publication several weeks ago, the Argus called attention to the congestion of the schools attended by the Colored children and suggested that three new buildings would be necessary to relieve the situation. The schools suggested were the John Marshall on Lucky St., the Biddick on Evans and possibly the Crow on Bell Ave. At that time the Board of Education took the stand that the growth of the Colored schools was abnormal, due to the migration of Negroes from the South, who would return home when cold weather arrived. That the conclusion was erroneous is proven by the following figures: In the January graduations, Summer High School lost only 29 pupils and gained 169. One hundred thirty-eight came from the grade schools, 12 from outside sources and 12 entered the normal. The enrollment at Sumner at present is 908 compared to 857 one year ago. The school has been overcrowded for more than a year, and was never intended to accommodate more than 750 pupils. Simmons Enrollment Too High At the close of the first quarter, the Simmons school had an enrollment of 1288. During the severe winter the average daily attendance has been 1069. This proves conclusively the normal growth of the school. The Superintendent of Schools in his MADAM C. J WALKER IS TO LECTURE AT ST. PAUL CHURCH Madame C.J. Walker of New York, the famous hair cultist will give one of her interesting stereotypic lectures and moving picture entertainments at St. Paul A. M. E. Chapel Friday night March 11 for the delight and benefit of the St. Louis people. She will appear under the auspices of the Camp Doniphan Club. Mrs. Lillian Williams, captain. NEXT Y. M. C. A. MEETING FEB. 24 The next big meeting to increase the building fund of the Fine Street Department, Y. M. C. A. will be held Sunday, February 24 at 4 p.m. at Union Memorial Church. The speaker for the day will be Dr. J. E. Moorland, International Secretary of the Y. M. C. A. This is Dr. Moorland's first visit to St. Louis since the celebrated campaign of 1915 when Dr. Moorland directed the campaign for the securing of funds. The campaign committee and the teams are planning to make this a great event, as Dr. Moorland is most favorably known in St. Louis. Especially are the captains and team men anxious to make this the best meeting which has been held, for all of the men are anxious that Dr. Moorland should see that St. Louis is determined to keep the lead. The month of February will be given over by the Y men to the boosting for this meeting and the securing of 200 new members. The plan is to admit 200 men for the old fee of $2.00 and to allow this membership to run as a social membership until January 1, 1919. March is the date set for when these new members must be secured. The plan is for each member to bring in at least two other of his friends. The board of managers has decided that all members who have joined March 1, 1918, will be considered chartered members when the new building is entered. Work on the new Y. M. C. A. building has begun again since the weather has opened up. The contractor has given notice that the building will be ready for occupancy in August. In order to be ready for this event, the balance of the subscriptions must be paid in by that time. MUSICAL FARCE AT ALL SAMTS "Our New Minister," a musical force entirely new and original, will be given by the Men's Guild of All Saints Church, on their new stage, Tuesday, February 12 at 8 p. m. The dialogue is by "Billy" Officey and "Joe" Evans; the songs by Prof. Keeton. Came and got a good laugh. Tickets 15c. The St. Louis Argus report on the first quarter, stated that the increase in schools for the first ten weeks, was due to the Colored schools. The total increase, white and Colored, was 2559. Of this number 2386 were Colored and only 171 white. Increase Equivalent to Three Schools The increase in enrollment of Colored pupils is, as we contend, enough for three more schools. It is the plan of the Board to turn the John Marshall school over to Colored next September. This school, however, will only by large enough to accommodate the pupils of the Cottage Avenue portables and the surplus at Simmons. it cannot relieve the congestion throughout the city, and will be no relief whatever to Summer High, which should be relieved of its normal class. Simmons school is so crowded that the assembly room has never served its purpose, being used for class rooms. If the Board does not provide other new schools besides the John Marshall, it will be necessary to continue the use of the portables, and still the congestion will not be relieved. The conditions demand serious consideration. For the benefit of a more thorough education of the elementary pupils, the Normal should be developed into a Teachers' College, with all the advantages of the whites. This branch is being cramped in its opportunities by the growth of Sumner, which, figures show, is normal, and the only relief is in more schools. WHAT THE PEOPLE SAY "LOYALTY PLEADS FOR FREEDOM" I hope that the many readers of the St. Louis, Argus took particular notice of and saw the beautiful cartoon on the front page of said paper, under the title "Loyalty Pleads for Freedom." Only a true race man or woman, who has the burdens of the race at heart, and who in these critical times is alive to the issue and last but not least one who thinks, could have conceived and drawn this picture. Readers and thinkers who are alive to everything that affects the status of the Negro as a man see it displayed in this silent picture. In this picture the Negro is named Loyalty. He stands bound, hand and foot by Race Prejudice, the strong fetters which bind him are first. Discrimination and is shown in the army, navy, post once, government departments, civil courts, and his hands are tied by disfranchisement. The second is Jim Crowism, which is shown in A$^8$ ARsenal, by the railroads in the south and at Army City, Camp Funston. Before Loyalty stands Uncle Sam, who is being hard pressed by German spies, L. W. spies in army and navy, a cringing slacker, and disloyalty in Congress (not one a Negro). With a look of horror Uncle Sam gazes at the faithful Negro; Loyalty, and cries—"Help Loyalty," and the bound Negro (forgiving as a little child) answers: "Release me Uncle and I will help you." May God help us to see our condition in this picture and may the women of our race get a copy or more containing the same, enclose it with the vote of protest for our soldiers and see that it goes on its way to Washington. It speaks for itself and will do more than many badly worded letters. It will register another silent protest to the many wrings heaped upon the Negro. We have a true race paper in the Argus. Call up or write the editor, let them know that their stand for the Negro is appreciated and that the thinking Negro stands behind the entire staff. May the Negro's name ever be "Loyalty." Mrs. Pearl Ruby Perdean, 2924 Washington. PRAISES AEGUS EDITORIALS Editor of Argus, Dear Sirs— After reading your great many editorials for more than two years, I've often wondered if anyone ever commended you on the timeliness of same. I have often wondered if our city government, our state government, and most of all our Federal government's attention has ever been called to some of your silent appeals for justice to the Negro. Your appeals (I won't call them editorials) express the prayer of every Negro in this great land of ours and I would be glad to know that every Published In The Interest Of Colored People ST.LOUIS,MO.,FRIDAY,FEBRUARY 8,1918. R. A. HUDLIN LAID TO REST A large crowd at St. Louisians assembled at St. Elizabeth's Church Monday morning, Feb. 4, at 10 o'clock, to pay the last and rites to the remains of Richard A. Hudlin, who died at his home, 4004 Cook Ave., Friday morning. Those in attendance heard Father McGuire in a touching sermon on the useful life of the deceased. Mr. Hudlin was born in St. Louis and throughout most of its nearly 59 years of life had been identified with activities pertaining to the advancement of Colored people. He was an authority on the history of Negro life in this community and knew the genealogy of all the oldest citizens. He was a graduate of Summer High School and Shurtleff College. After leaving school he became principal of the Kirkwood and Webster public schools, where he remained for 20 years. Mr. Hudlin was an all-round newspaper and story writer and was the exclusive St. Louis County correspondent, for more than 30 years, of the Globe Democrat and Westliche Post. He was an eminent Shakespearean student, an elocutionist, amateur actor, make-up artist, stage manager, and in days gone by was always closely associated with his life-long friend, Jas. W. Grant, in the production and management of all kinds of entertainments for the benefit of churches and charitable institutions, regardless of denominations. The remains were laid to rest in Calyary Cemetery. Jas. W. Grant was master of ceremonies. HEAD OF BILLY GOATLESS LODGE The above is a likeness of Mr. C. C. Cade who was recently transferred from Muskogee, Okla., to take charge of the work of the American, Woodmen in St. Louis. Since coming here he has increased the membership in St. Louis almost 50 per cent. The total membership of St. Louis Woodmen now number almost 1,000. Drill teams among the men and the women have been established. A female band and symphony orchestra has been organized and will, begin practicing within a few weeks. The supervisor has thoroughly reorganized the field work here with two able assistant Superviziers, Mr. B. F. Kane, former Vice Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias of Arkansas, who will arrive in the city in a few days, and Mr. John W. Laden, former State Grand Master of the Mosaic Templars of Mo. Saturday night, Feb. 2, a mass meeting was held at Douglass Hall and after speeches by Dr. J. E. Hurt and John W. Laden, a new camp. No. 12, was organized and its officers appointed and insulted. Refreshments were served by Mrs. C. C. Cade and Mrs. Mattie E. Malone of the Ladies' Drill Team. The new camp will meet on the first and third Wednesday nights of each month at Douglass Hall. The following are the officers of the new camp: Commander, Prof. S. M. McPherson, Vita, Commander, Robt. L. Malone, Glerk, Frink R. Warfield, Recorder, Mrs. Oma B. Laden, Banker, Virgil Ball, Auditor, Collins A. Greene, Escort, Mrs. Gladys Ball, Watchman, Sheridan, Manul, Prelate and Camp physician, Dr. J. E. Hurt. The officers of the new camp are 160, per cent efficient. A campaign for members was launched and we hope to bring this camp up to the 500 mark, before the district convention, which will convene in Little Rock in July of this year. The dispensation is still $3.00. C. C. Cade, supervisor, 4215w Finney Ave., Phone Lindell 1315-W. Federal, State and city official reads them every week. If we could get a copy of the Argus read at Washington, D. C., every week those gentlemen would not think so ill of their Colored brothers. Keep it up. Keeping everlastingly at it brings success. Enclosed find my signed plea for those poor soldiers lives. Hoping you will forward same at your earliest convenience, I am. Respectfully yours, S. Ellie, 4335 Kennedy Ave. St. Gaudens Statue, Chicago Hobokenville, Kentucky, Statue Outzon Dorghum Statue 1809 - Abraham Lincoln - 1865 ERACISATION AUTOMOBILE LAW IN EFFECT FEB.11 Monday, February 11, the police will be instructed to arrest all owners and drivers of automobiles in the city who have failed either to take out 1918 State licenses or to have their headlights dimmed in conformity with the new State law that went into effect yesterday. Chief of Police Young announced yesterday that he would give the auto drivers a 10-day grace before making arrests. The new law requires a machine to be equipped with two white headlights, strong enough to reveal objects 150 feet ahead, but through lenses that do not glare or cast a beam. Above a certain distance from the ground. Spot lights are prohibited except in the country. WM. H. LEWIS WILL DELIVER ADDRESS AT WILBERFORCE U. The Hon. W. H. Lewis of Boston, formerly assistant Attorney general of the United States, will deliver in June the commencement address to the graduating classes of Wilberforce University. CARONDELET NEWS Amid our meatless, whiteness, heatless, sheetless and lightness days and nights Carondelet is now affected with a street car strike. Yet we are living through all. Another James baby passed out. We greatly sympathize with Mr. and Mrs. Wm. James, Jr., in the death of their two children last week. The Boys' Bass with reader a musical at Quinn's Chapel. Thursday night the 14th inst. Mrs. J. E. Smize slowly convalescing. Mrs. C. C. Black has returned from Crystal City. SOMETHING IN THE WAY What are you going to do? ask the sweet young lady. I am going to take your picture, said the man. But don't you see that I have a chaperon with me! Yes, but she is deaf, isn't she? But she is not blind, and besides she has a very jealous nature. Very well E. No. 15. Preaching Sunday, at 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday school 1 p.m., B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p.m. Communication every second Sunday. Rev. J. P. F. Greenwood, of Memphis, Tenn., pastor; Rosie Robertson, secretary. Calling cards, bills and letterheads, see us. Argus Print, 2341 Marist St. COLORED PEOPLE RAISE $1,524.93 The amount of money turned in at the Red Cross Campaign Committee through committee working among the Colored people was $1,524.93. Pleasant Green Baptist Church with 168 Metropolitan 73 All Saints 71 Union Memorial 51 Leonard Ave. Baptist 40 Banneker leads, the schools with 85 Miss Elizabeth Parquette leads in the work done in Drug Stores with 41 Bemis Bag Factory was 100 per cent with 40 The committee is grateful to all who helped make this wonderful record. Victoria Clay Haley, Sec. January Report of the Soldiery' Com- forts Department of the Colored Women's' Unit Council of Nati- tional Defense Amount of yarn bought. 22 lb. $74.50 Nexceles bought. 3 boxes. 8.00 Total amount $82.50 Number of women receiving yarn during month, fifty. Number of finished garments re- turned during month, three mufflers. Number of unfinished garments re- turned, one muffler. The committee desires all garments finished and returned by Feb. 14, which is the next regular meeting of the Knitting Unit. Mrs. Bessie Roose. Chairman of Soldiers' Comforts Committee. Mrs. Victoria Clay Haley. TUBERCULOSIS STAMPS Report for 1917 Banneker School heads the list of all the schools with $106. School Chairman Amt Summer High, Mrs. Anderson $12.00 Cottage, Mrs. Josephine Jasper 8.31 Banneker, Mrs. Victoria C. Haley 106.01 Dehany, Mrs. Nathan Howard 1.11 Desalines, Mrs. A. O. Thornton 7.50 Dumas, Mrs. Chas. H. Phillips 7.15 Garnett, Mrs. John Evans 5.08 Lincoln, Mrs. Mamie Willburn 10.11 L. Outervee Mrs. Henry A. Smith 22.50 Simmons, Mrs. Etta Hickey 27.79 Wheatley, Mrs. J. W. Meyers 4.47 Special No. 6, Mrs. B. G. Skaw, No Sale High Schools Summer High. Mrs. Josephine Jasper $ 23.89 Bannack. Mrs. Mamie A. Hedgenson. 18.12 Delaney, Mrs. Nathan Howard. 1.28 Total ..... $261.64 Mrs. Victoria Clay Haley. Chairman. LINCOLN-DOUGLAS CELEBRATION 12TH A Lincoln-Douglas celebration will be held at St. Paul A. M. E. Church Tuesday, Feb. 12, at 8 p.m. The following program will be rendered: Invocation—Rev. S. W. Parr. Singing—"Battle Hymn of the Republic." Address: "Douglass, the Leader" Atty. Homer G. Phillips. Singing- Address: "Douglass, the Statesman" Prof. Peter H. Clark. Prof. Peter H. Clark. Singing-"Star Spangled Banner." Benediction-Rev. J. K. Parker. W. M. Moore, Chairman. Arrangement Committee. Everybody is invited to attend. THE ELK'S BALL Washington Lodge No. 6, I. B. P. O. K. W. will give a grand masque ball at Washington Hall Jefferson and Lucas, Tuesday evening, February 12. The committee on arrangements is leaving nothing undone to make this the most enjoyable affair of the season. Praises will be given. Lodges and Temples are invited. MEDICAL FORUM INSTALLS NEWLY ELECTED OFFICERS The St. Louis medical Forum, the largest organization of its kind in the United States, met in the Lawton Building last Tuesday night and inaugurated its newly elected officers. The inaugural address was delivered by Dr. Glen H. Haskins, who complimented the members on the wisdom of their choice and warned the newly elected officials of the danger of failing to execute the duties that have been entrusted to their care. In response to Dr. Haskins' address, the president elect, Dr. C. H. Phillips, in his usual eloquence gave the following as a few objects which his administration will with untiring diligence labor to accomplish. 1. A more co-operative union of St. Louis physicians. 2. Better hospital facilities for our people. Better promised but never furnished by city officials. With city officials, the heavens and amid the thundering applause of his auditors, the veteran campaigner said. "There is no personal interest so dear nor any ambition so assured that I would not willingly and cheerfully sacrifice all for the accomplishment of these objects." Three applications for membership were accepted. The applicants were Dr. L. E. Vincent of Nashville; Dr. J. N. Dawson, of South Carolina; and Dr. J. W. Rainey, of Tennessee, all of whom are now practicing in St. Louis. An Exponent Of Truth and Justice PRICE 5 CENTS MORE NEGRO POLICE SAYS GRAND JURY Police Examiner and Physician Has Turned Down All Applicants, To Date, As Physically Unfit. In its report to Circuit Judge Falken-hainer last week, the December grand Jury recommended that additional Negro policemen be appointed for the police force in St. Louis as a means of helping to curb crime in this city. Extract from Report "We urge upon the Police Department its most vigorous efforts to curb crime, which is at its highest tide during the winter season," the report says. "We attribute a large part of the crime to the carrying of concealed weapons and urge upon all officials dealing with this situation to see that the law is vigorously enforced. "Vigorous police work will greatly minimize crime. "We recommend that additional Negro policemen be appointed for duty, in sections where Negro criminals congregate. We are advised that there has been a great increase in the Negro population in the last few years, and that many of the newcomers are not desirable citizens." "We also urge that in the case of notorious offenders, which and black, the courts enforce the penalties imposed and do not result for stage the penalties or parole the offenders." As to whether it had been called to their attention that quite a number of Negroes have applied in a formal way and have been turned down the report does not state. But it has been called to our attention that probably over fifty men have really made formal application for appointment on the force, and the medical examiner has turned them down, claiming that not one of them has been found physically able to fill such a position. It is understood that the Chief of Police and the Police Board would not oppose the appointment of more Negro officers, provided the men who apply can qualify physically before the medical examiner. At the same time many of those who have applied have been accepted as physically sound by the Draft Board. There have been many complaints by those who have been thus turned down, and some of them are seeking to have other physicians to examine them. JOHN R. WILSON FUNERAL SUNDAY Mrs. Lydia Slaughter-Wilson returned from Flint, Michigan, Wednesday evening with the remains of her husband John R. Wilson, who died in that city Thursday, January 31. The body was taken to the undertaking parlor of Gates & Manuel 4107 Eunny Ave. The funeral will be held at the family residence, 4465 W. Belle Place, Sunday, February 10. Onward Lodge No. 17, A. F. and A. M. will have charge of the services. Interment will be at Greenwood Cemetery. MRS. NANCY JOHNSON DIES Mrs. Nancy Johnson entered into rest Wednesday, Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. She was the dear mother of Mamie Keen, Ethee Sydnor and Katie Snider; grandmother of Mable and Juanita Snider; and sister of Luella Davis of Cape Girardeau, Mo. The funeral will be held Saturday, February 9 at 1 p.m., from Central Baptist Church. NEGROES PLAN TO BE NEIGHBORS OF EVANSTON ELKS (Special to St. Louis Argus) CHICAGO, Ill., Feb. 7—Unable to secure land for a club house, in Evanson's Negro section, west of the Chicago and Northwestern railroad, the Colored people of Evanston are threatening to buy land next to the Elks' club in Chicago Avenue and erect their building there. Members of the Elks and nearby residents are protesting and say they will not permit the invasion. Exalted ruler of the Evanston B. P. O. E. said: "We will get another location for them, but if they persist in coming into this neighborhood there will be trouble." Charles H. Platt, real estate broker and lawyer, says the Colored organization has more than 100 members, and that they had been forced to consider the Chicago Avenue property. The property is at 1326 Chicago Ave., is owned by Swan Johnson, a wealthy Colored man. For quick printing call at the Argus office, 2341 Market. DON'T BE A SLACKER PORO IS IN 10,000 HOMES Is It In Yours? 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PRIMARY TOPIC-Jesus chooses twelve helpers. INTERMEDIATE TOPIC-The twelve and what are known about them. SENIOR AND ADULT TOPIC-What it means to be a disciple of Jesus. Our mission is to both body and soul, but Christ puts the spiritual needs first (vv. 14, 15; see Matt. 10:7, 8.) The difficulty with mary healers of today is that they invert this order. Those whom Jesus sends out are to offer his kingdom to men and not command men to receive it. Their work will bring variance upon the earth, even among those in the same family; but those who will not go are not "worthy of me." Jesus saw plainly that the victories of his kingdom were often hindered rather than helped by the presence of great crowds (v. 12). Prayer for Glory of God By REV. L. W. GOSNELL Assistant Dean, Moody Bible Institute, Chicago TEXT—After this manner therefore pray: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven.—Matthew 8:3, 19. This prayer consists of an invocation, seven petitions and a doxology. The seven petitions may be divided into three, dealing with the glory of God, and four, dealing with the needs of man. This is significant, for three is the number of the Creator and four the number of the creature, while seven is the number of perfection. PETER H. heaven." It directly invokes God's ear. It is a great thing to know God as Father. The heathen do not so know him and even the Old Testament reveals him only as Father of Israel as a nation. Christ has shown us the Father. As Creator, God is the Father of all men; yet Jesus said to some who were children of God in this sense, "Ye are of your father the devil." To pray the Lord's prayer aright we must be born again and thus enabled to cry, "Abba, Father." Our Father is "in heaven" or, literally, "in the heavens." In the Bible three heavens are recognized. First, there are the atmospheric heavens where the birds fly and the clouds float; our Father is there and holds the dying sparrow. Then, there are the plains heavens, where the stars burn; our Father governs all this host. Finally, there is the "third heaven," the heaven of heavens, where God dwells in a special sense. If we pray to such a Father, we should be reverent, for he is in heaven and we are on earth; we should be confident, for he is of unlimited power; we should be spiritual in our worship, not confining it to forms or places. When we say "our" Father, we join in prayer with the whole family of God. The first petition is "Hallowed be thy name." The name of God is his revealed character. This is made known in nature, in the Bible and, above all, in Jesus Christ, who said, "He that hath seen me hath seen the Father." The meaning of the petition is given thus by Samuel Rutherford: "We pray that God would make all men know and glorify him in his holy nature, word and works; and that we may glorify him by a holy life, and that his enemies that dishonor-him were confounded." A Story of John Fletcher of Madley. An example of truly hallowing God's name is found in John Fletcher of Madley, a leader in early Methodism. He carried with him the very air of heaven. Once, when some friends rode up to his door, he called, for refreshment and, after the custom of the day, cake and wine were brought." As he passed the cake he said reverently, "The body of our Lord Jesus Christ." and as he passed the wine, "The blood of our Lord Jesus. Christ." It would be sacrilege for most Christians to do that, but it seemed fitting for him, for he did all things to the glory of God. The second petition is, "The kingdom come." The very "come" in the Greek is in a tense which implies a sudden catastrophe, and not a gradual coming. Indeed, as the commentator, H. A. W. Meyer, points out, the petition refers primarily to that kingdom of the Messiah which will be ushered in when the Messiah appears. We usually speak of it as the millennium, when Christ with his glorified church will rule over the redeemed earth. For the Christian this petition is synonymous with "Come, Lord Jesus," for the kingdom will come with the king. An American scientist once said to Doctor Kelman of Scotland, "America needs an emperor." Doctor Kelman "expressed surprise at such a statement and remarked that America would need an infallible emperor, "Precisely," called the scientist, "but we know the man and are waiting for him; his name is Jesus." "The thrill of that reply, says Doctor Kelman, "will never leave me." The final petition is, "Thy will be done." We usually associate this with the thought of trial and our minds revert to Christ's agony and prayer in Gethsemane. But we should not forget his words at the well of Sychar after talking with the sinful woman of Samaria. "My meat is to do the will of him that sent me." Indeed we find the secret of joy only in the will of God, for our hearts were made for him and are restless until they rest in him. In Mr. Moody's room in the Moody Bible institute hanga a motto, wonderfully illustrated in his own life, "He that doeth the 'ill of God abldeth forever." The phrase, "On earth, as it is in heaven," seems to belong to all three of the petitions. We pray that his name may be hallowed, his kingdom come and his will be done—on earth as in heaven. Happy day when this prayer is fulfilled! Lincoln's undying Gettysburg address has been put into the new poetic style by Dr. Marion Mills Miller, who finds that "the speech is an perfect a poem of minor qualities of artistic language—rhythm and cadence, phonetic euphony, rhetorical symbolism, and that subtle reminiscence of a great literary and spiritual inheritance, the Bible, which stands to us as Homer did to the ancients" it excels the finest gem to be found in poetic cabinets from the Greek anthology downward." Dr. Miller's interesting "poetic" presentation of the address follows: Harry M. Boeckmann 2715 Franklin Ave. REAL ESTATE and HOUSE AGENT Good Houses Flats and Rooms to Rent to Colored People. Call or Phone. Good Service Fourscore and seven years ago Our fathers brought forth on this continent A new nation, Conceived in liberty, And dedicated to the proposition That all men are created equal. COLORED ENTERPRISE Full Dress Suits For Rent. FULL LINE OF FALL AND WINTER SUITS CHEAP Second-hand Over Coats. LEVY GREEN AND, BRO. Ohio 4659 711 North Sixth Street Second Floor Now we are engaged in a great civil war, Testing whether that nation, Or any nation so conceived and so dedicated, Can long endure. We are met on a great battlefield of that war. We have come to dedicate a portion of that field. As a final resting place. For those who here gave their lives That that nation might live. It is altogether fitting and proper That we should do this. But, in a larger sense, We can not dedicate— We can not consecrate— We can not hallow— This ground. The brave men, living and dead, Who struggled here Have consecrated it far above our poor power To add or detract The world will little note nor long remember What we say here. But it can never forget What they did here. It is for us, the living, rather To be dedicated here to the unfinished work Which they who fought here have so nobly advanced. 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Senate Ave., Indianapolis, Ind., U.S.A. or devotion; That we here highly resolve That these dead shall not have died in valm; That this nation, under God; Shall have a new birth of freedom; And that government of the people, By the people, and for the people Shall not perish from the earth. FRY'S Busy Cut Rate Drug Store Service, Our Motto We Deliver the Goods EWING and MARKET ST. Central 5298 Demont .28 PATHOS IN THIS DOCUMENT Soldier's Leave, of Thirty Days, Granted by Lincoln, Who Also His Allotted Time. Here is a photograph of a memorandum signed by Abraham Lincoln, it is dated March 15, 1885 (in his own handwriting), and, likewise in his own hand, says "Allow this man thirty days' time." The indorsement is of an application by a soldier for thirty days' leave. But the most striking point about it is that it exactly named the time that, as the event showed, was left for Mr. Lincoln himself to remain on earth. He was assassinated just thirty days later. 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Edward Wright, Jr., arrived home Monday night from Geo. B. Smith college, Sedalia, Mo. Edward has been suffering with an attack of rheumatism but with good attention of the nurses and Dr. of the college, has been able to come home to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Weight.... Mrs. Lucinda Wright on S. Mauvaisterre St. has been on the sick list but is convalescent.... Mrs. Theo. Wright was called home recently because of illness of her mother at Hannibal, Mo.... Mr. Wm. Burton is ill with an attack of La Gripe.... Mrs. Thorpe on E. Wolett St. is on sick list.... Little Bernadeau Banks of Peoria, Ill., is visiting her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Tate on So. West St. Mr. Ollie Washington succeeded Mr. C. E. Phillips in the Department of Education and Registration, Mr. Phillips being promoted to a higher place in the same department.....E. T. Gorum of the Governor's Dept. has resumed his employ after three weeks of illness..... "Col." Rufus Nelson has certainly a fine library.....Repairs on the fourth floor at the Fire Marshal's headquarters are progressing nicely and rapidly.....Secy, of State Emerson is certainly to be congratulated for the condition in which the building and every department now is.....Champaign, is in need of an organization to demand and get our social and political rights.....Mrs. Maggie Hite, who has been ill, is improving.....Mrs. Wilber Anderson's little baby is better.....Breeedlove's News Company can furnish you with most of the race's leading journals. Call Bell telephone 1659. The Sunshine Club entertained at a Hard Time Party at the residence of Mrs. A. W. Penny, 614 Poplar street, February 1. Everyone enjoyed themselves in the superlative degree..... Miss Beatrice Gray entertained her cousin, Miss Licea Davis of Chicago at her residence, February 2..... The P. K. O. Ws. meet at Carey's Hall the second and fourth Wednesday of each month..... Mr. W. L. Davis is confined to his bed at his residence very sick..... Rev. A. J. Donaldison is in the city on his Evangelist Campaign..... Mr. H. L. and M. Winefield spent Sunday in Danville. JACKSON, MO. The pastor, Rev. J. C. Hicks and family were agreeably surprised Sat- urday evening when a large number of members and friends of St. John A. M. E. Church assembled at the parsonage with baskets laden with groceries. They entered singing "God Will Take Care of you." They also donated a substantial silver offering. Short addresses were listened to from Mr. Hester Eulingenburg, Bro. Bud Mason and the writer. The pastor responded and was loud in his praise of the people of Jackson. Services were well attended Sunday. We are strangling to have an valentine entertainment on the 12th. Mrs. Alice Cowan has purchased property in the city. Mrs. Mable Henderson is convalescent after a serious illness. Mrs. Missouri McGee is ill; also Miss Hazel Eulingenburg. Miss Addie Nance has returned home from her school on account of the severe weather. WEBSTER GROVE8, MO The strike has seriously affected all traveling, and as a result we have as our guests for the week, I. I. A. Moore, principal and Miss C. Parks our domestic science teacher of Douglass school, Mr. Moore is stopping with Mrs. Chlora Russell and Miss Parks with Mrs. Lewis.....Mrs. Mand Mitchell is convalescent. Mr. I. I. A. Moore dined with Mr. Harvey Simms, Monday evening.....The Men's Bible class will meet at the residence of Wm. Taylor, Tuesday night.....Mrs. Emanuel Johnson of Clayton was the guest of Mrs. Annie Polk, Monday night.....Mrs. Margaret Lewis is the guest of her daugh ter Mrs. Leola Laird of St. Louis, Mo. . . Miss Ruth Oliver celebrated her sixteenth birthday at the residence of her Aunt Mrs. Edw. Cooper. 422S Lucky St. Saturday afternoon, and quite a number of young people from Webster attended. The Women's knitting class meets at the Loretto Academy every Thursday afternoon from 2 to 4:30. FARMINGTON, MO. Miss Alecesta Doughit has accepted a position and we are glad to have her in community.....Miss Zelma Swink entertained Rev. Greenlee and Miss Bertha Staten at dinner Sunday.....Master Kossitt Baker was the captain of the number who gave Rev. J. H. McCallister such a pleasant surprise, Saturday.....Miss Edith Cayce of Mineral Point visited her parents who are ill.....Mr. Henry Amonecte had a slight attack of pneumonia but is convalescent.....Mrs. Lewis Murphy has returned from a visit at Crystal City.....Rev. Logan passed through the city last week ...Miss Cosetta Boddie has returned to the hospital where she is undergoing special treatment....The reporter enjoyed a pleasant visit in St. Louis, last week where she visited some of the city schools and found the schools well equipped and in splendid working order....Laura Wilburn, a pupil of Doughless school is ill at her home in West Parrington....Messrs. Sherman and Hildred Ovetton, left Thursday for their home at Okoto. The former is in Class A of the next draft....Mr. Thos. Cayee has recovered sufficiently to resume his work. More and more do we feel the necessity of having a charitable organization to which we might appeal when help is needed.....Mr. W. P. Evens is quite ill.....Miss Florence Taylor is visiting at Crystal City.....Miss Lorene Stateen is spending the week at her home at Coffman, Mo.....Quite a number have bought thrift stamps and many more will buy. The citizens have and will ever be loyal to their government. WEBSTER GROVES MO. By H. J. Simmons Mr. and Mrs. Edward Cooper gave a party at their residence 4238 Lucky St. Saturday last from 3 P. M. to 8 P. M. in honor of their niece, Ruth Oliver's 16th birthday. A very enjoyable time was passed, music, games and social chats furnished the cheer and fun for the evening. Miss Oliver was the recipient of a large number of useful, beautiful as well as costly presents for which she wishes to thank her many friends. A very dainty four course menu was served. All expressed themselves as having enjoyed the most sumptuous menu and styled Mrs. Cooper as a charming hostess. The invited guests that were present to wish ausis Oliver many, more such bright and happy birthdays were: Misses Sarah Goodin, Winnie Stewart, Margarett and Edna St. James, Anzola and Zenobia Laird, Marie and Ethel Breeden, Ella Inge, Julia Smith, Lucille Townsend, Olivia and Lizzie May Jordan, Virginia and Gladys Emery, Evelyn Burks, Mrs. Chaa, Powell, Mrs. Cooper. Master Walter Rusan Geo. Clark, Columbus Burks, Luther St. James, Eugene Morman and H. J. Simms. By Miss H. N. Jones The weather remains extremely cold making all but the most urgent traffic still consigned to the busy few.... An entertainment was enjoyed at 2nd Baptist Church Saturday, night. This church is preparing to entertain the district B. Y. 1. U. and Sunday School convention which, convenes the third week in June, 1918. Dr. W. H. Lawrie the president of the convention is participating a splendid session.... The sick are improving.... The teachers of Lincoln school/held their regular monthly meeting Jan. 30th, conducted by the Principal, Prof. O. O. Nance. Each teacher read a paper on Reading and English which were very interesting as well as instructive. Lincoln's birthday will be celebrated by a program at the A. M. E. Church.... The Success Club of Lincoln High School will render a program at the school building February 15th.... The school is forced to undergo some changes in its daily program in order to conserve more fuel. The fifteen minutes' recess has been eliminated, and only one hour is given for noon and school closes at 3:15.... Sunday services were greatly enjoyed at both churches, Sunday. Mr. Roscoe Twine of Orchard Farm was here Monday before the local board of examination.....Mr. John Vardamann, a well-known farmer of St. Charles county, died Jan. 29..... Mr. and Mrs. L. Dryden visited rela tives and friends at O'Fallon, Mo..... Miss Lottie Shelton returned from Troy, Mo....Monday, for an indefinite stay.....Mrs. Alice Hall is visiting relatives and friends.....Mr. Thos. Lovelle was in St. Charles a few days..... The Old Soldiers are planning for a grand time at St. Paul A. M. L. Church, Sunday afternoon, when several Addresses will be delivered and patriotic songs by the pupils of Franklin school....Miss Ethel Poston taught room No. 2 this week in the absence of Miss J. E. Powler. 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Phone: Bonmont 1652 SUBSCRIPTION RATES: MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION New York office, Front & Front, 23, East 26th Street; Chicago o'ree, Front & Front Boyce Buildings estates office, Front & Front, Chandler Building, Nashville office, Front & Front, Independent Life building. New York office, Front & Front, 23, East 26th Street; Chicago office, Front & Front Boyce Buildings Atlanta office, Front & Front, Chandler Building. Nashville office, Front & Front. Independent Lif Building. THE GRAND JURY'S REPORT. thought quite a deal concerning the interest about a week ago to Judge Falkenbush, a station that referred to Negro policemen. While we fully agree that there should be St. Louis, and we see no particular reason the regulation uniform, yet we do the Grand Jury should point their finger at Negro criminals in view of the fact that a former Assistant Circuit Attorneys were higher among the white criminals colored. The condemn crime among our race, and not such a charge could not be laid at its hand, having these crimes constantly held up by always seemed to us that the police are to fasten crime on some Negro. Real criminal makes his get-a-way while a Negro. Case, no one believes for a moment, that same treatment at the hands of the police, because among their personal friends their relatives there are found no Negro facts that we are sure that the Grand Insideration. Office department has our co-operation in crime in our city. And we would suggest here these criminals congregate the police and special search of the frequent this would keep the violator of the law, and as the Grand Jury has well said, provide full extent of the law. IS LICENSE TO KILL AND BURN A MAN Fast upon the heels of the news that the man had been quashed, the crowning touchched when six of the indicted rioters were to who was guilty. When men are they can commit murder and arson at work and costs, it is little wonder that the July 2nd, last year assumed the proportion in massacre. And of justice that will send black men to protect themselves and their homes freed savages of the white race is no job far more safe if the law of the great St. Louis where every man could carry and justice smiled on the man, who was the enormity of the riot of last July was one people set up a howl that something last be punished, in order that the fairness might be purged. This howl was America to the other. More than eleven men of whom had been called by the selective use of liberty and justice, waited with usual vain hope that the law would be men, who in the broad open day light we took it upon themselves to wantonly kill and children, would be punished by law whites. We must admire the nerve of C. W. Attorney General of Illinois, who has the law as to make it a lottery, when the issue. We have thought quite a deal concerning the Grand Jury's report rendered about a week ago to Judge Falkenhainer. Especially that portion that referred to Negro policemen and the Negro criminal. While we fully agree that there should be more Negro policemen in St. Louis, and we see no particular reason why they should not wear the regulation uniform, yet we do not understand just why the Grand Jury should point their finger at, and make special mention of Negro criminals in view of the fact that according to a report by a former Assistant Circuit Attorney, the percent in crimes were higher among the white criminals than it was among the colored. While we condemn crime among our race, and wish it was possible that such a charge could not be laid at its door, yet we do not enjoy having these crimes constantly held up before the public. It has always seemed to us that the police are at all times over anxious to fasten crime on some Negro. Many times no doubt, the real criminal makes his get-a-way while the police are looking for a Negro. Of course, no one believes for a moment, that the Negro receives the same treatment at the hands of the police that other citizens receive, because among their personal friends and associates, and their relatives there are found no Negroes. These are some of the facts that we are sure that the Grand Jury did not take into consideration. The police department has our co-operation in helping to stamp-out crime in our city. And we would suggest that in all localities where these criminals congregate the police should make regular rounds and special search of the frequenters, for gun-totters. This would keep the violator of the law, in fear of being "pinched" and as the Grand Jury has well said, prosecute the offender to the full extent of the law. ILLINOIS LICENSE TO KILL AND BURN ONLY $50. Coming fast upon the heels of the news that the indictment of Mayor Mollman had been quashed, the crowning travesty on justice was reached when six of the indicted rioters were allowed to draw lots as to who was guilty. When men are given to understand that they can commit murder and arson at will for the small sum of $50 and costs, it is little wonder that the East St. Louis race riot of July 2nd last year assumed the proportions of a bloody and inhuman massacre. The kind of justice that will send black men to prison for attempting to protect themselves and their homes from blood thirsty semi-civilized savages of the white race is no justice at all and men would be far more safe if the law of the great wild west existed in East-St. Louis where every man could carry his trusty six shooter and justice smiled off the man who was quickest on the draw. When the enormity of the riot of last July was realized, the press and the people set up a howl that something must be done, some one must be punished, in order that the fair name of the State of Illinois might be purged. This howl was heard from one end of America to the other. More than eleven million Negroes, thousands of whom had been called by the selective draft to defend the cause of liberty and justice, waited with abated breath, hoping the usual vain-hope that the law would be supreme and that white men, who in the broad open day light with no attempt at secrecy took it upon themselves to wantonly kill and burn innocent women and children, would be punished by law even though they were white. We must admire the nerve of C. W. Middlekauff, Assistant Attorney General of Illinois, who has the audacity to so distort the law as to make it a lottery, when the murder of Negroes is the issue. THE STRIKE. is to us that most of the strikes that are not the product of sound reasoning. A any time he feels that he is not receive or wages, is not-to-be questioned. It is employer to keep and compel any man to traint or fear unless said-person has be strikers usually forget the welfare of. They say that no violence shall aen everybody knows that they breed naw and order. They deny the other felly threats and intimidation restrain the It seems to us that most of the strikes that are carried on by Unions, are not the product of sound reasoning. A man's right to quit a job any time he feels that he is not receiving the proper treatment or wages, is not to be questioned. It is also unlawful for any employer to keep and compel any man to work for him through restraint or fear unless said-person has been convicted of crime. Strikers usually forget the welfare of everybody, but themselves. They say that no violence shall accompany these strikes, when everybody knows that they breed murder and contempt for law and order. They deny the other fellow the right to work, and by threats and intimidation restrain them from earning an honest dollar. The Negro, as a rule, has no part in a strike and is never classed as a strike-breaker, and does not wish to be so classed. Notwithstanding the fact that most of the Unions have denied him admission to their ranks, the Negro has never arrayed himself against the Unions. He has only asked for an opportunity to work and not be molested in the pursuit of his honest toil. Fortunately the strikers have opened many doors of opportunities to the race, and the Negro has proven himself to be the most dependable helper in many of the country's emergencies. LINCOLN THE IMMORTAL. "Every man is said to have his be true or not. I can say for one, that of being truly esteemed of myself worthy of their esteem."—Lin The words ring true to the man Lincoln's greatest service to his fe22, 1862, when he issued the proclu in States or parts of States, which uary 1, 1863. The memory of Lin true Americans seems to grow more As he has well said, "Every man has humiliate the Negro race, the race greatest service- The ambition of America's most loyal citizens to dice is often used as a means to gat attain the greatness of Lincoln worthy of the esteem of his fellow have for their aim the suppression people, can never hope to have to people. How much better the w seek fame and distinction, honor a to follow in the footsteps of the im "Stand with anybody that sta he is right and part with him when "Every man is said to have his peculiar ambition. Whether it be true or not. I can say for one, that I have no other so great as that of being truly esteemed of my fellow men, by rendering myself worthy of their esteem."—Lincoln. The words ring true to the man. It cannot be denied that Lincoln's greatest service to his fellow man was rendered on Sept. 22, 1862, when he issued the proclamation emancipating all slaves in States or parts of States, which should be in rebellion on January 1, 1863. The memory of Lincoln in the minds and hearts of true Americans seems to grow more verdant as time grows old. "Stand with anybody that stands right. Stand with him while he is right and part with him when he goes wrong." - Lincoln. CHURCHES "And that He died for us all; that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them and rose again." He or, 5 Chap. 15 verse; was the text announced by Pastor Peek Sunday morning. Theme: "Christian life the life of power." To say the pastor delivered a wonderful message puts it mildly. For thirty minutes the immense congregation sat enraptured as this eloquent divine vividly portrayed the characteristics of animal life; how one animal sacrifices its life that another might live. "The crowning climax of it all," said the speaker, "was when Jesus gave his life that sinful men might have Life eternal." It was a most appropriate sacramental sermon. Two responded to the invitation and united with the church. There were 211 communicants. "Anniversary Day" will be celebrated by a union meeting of the leagues Sunday. Feb. 10th; at 6 o'clock P. M. Topic: "What My Church Stands For." Led by Dr. W. H. Peek Address, "The Price of Victory." Miss Dorothy Guinn, Seey. Y. W. C. A. Address, "Life's Greatest Challenge." Mrs. Carrie R. Bowles Mrs. Carrie R. Bowles Address." "Young People and a Saloon- less Nation." Miss Gladys Bradshaw Address." "How We Can Best Serve Our Church." Mrs. N. Minor Address." "How We Can Best Serve Our Country." Mr. Robert Moman There will be splendid music inters- spersed. Do not fail to hear this exce- cet program. The League opens promptly at six o'clock. Dr. Peck will fill his pulpit at both services next Sunday. If you desire food for your mental and spiritual body, worship at St. James. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES Rev. Parker brought the message Sunday A. M. He selected Revelations 1st. Chap. and part of the 5th and 6th verses: "Into him that loved us and washed us in his own blood, and has made us kings and priests unto God," were the words used by the divine. There is not much said about Rev. Parker, but we doubt it very much if there is a Baptist Church in the city that has any more able minister than Rev. Parker (not Rev. J. K. Parker of Pleasant, Green). His logic, theory, and applications were all in keeping with the text, his sermon was interesting from start to finish. One main feature of his sermon was the explanation of Jesus Christ making "It's kings and priests unto God" ruler of ourselves; our passions, appetites and tongues, our desires, and showed how important it is for us to put all of our evil tendencies under our feet, and how easy we can tell "Satan to get thee hence" when we are led by the Spirit of God. - Dr. Parker should be a welcome minister in any church, because of his sound philosophical preaching. Several united with the church. Dr. Johnbok in usual words delivered a powerful seisman Sunday night and promises to repeat Sunday A. M. A special invitation to strangers. Dr. W. B. Johnson is putting forth every effort in the interest of his Spring rally, and is asking each member to do his or her whole duty. League Anniversary Service Sunday, Feb. 10th at 3 P. M. Unfiring of service flag in honor of men in army from St. Paul. All are invited. METROPOLITAN NOTES Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church regardless of the cold weather has held up remarkably, and is still doing a mighty work for God and the Race. During the past two weeks a splendid series of Revival Meetings were conducted by the Rev. Basecom of Montgomery, Ala. Many souls were saved and added to the Church during the zero period. One of the things that makes Metropolitan great is that it knows no let up, matters not how things go, they work. Dr. Basecom in closing his meeting last Sunday night, stated, that he was pleased at the final outcome of his visit to St. Louis and he a glowing tribute to the Metropolitan Church, her pastor, officers and members. The farewell token for him Sunday night, resulted in many nice presents. Quarterly meeting Sunday after: his peculiar ambition. Whether it that I have no other so great as my fellow men, by rendering my- lincoln. man. It cannot be denied that yellow man was rendered on Sept. clamation emancipating all slaves which should be in rebellion on Jan- lincoln in the minds and hearts of more verdant as time grows old. man is said to have his peculiar use for which Lincoln rendered his to suppress and humiliate a part together with the viper of preju- jain an end; but no man can ever who permits himself to be un- w man. Men and measures that men and humiliation of any clos of the esteem and respect of that world would be today if men who and emoluments would endeavor immortal Lincoln. lands right. Stand with him while he he goes wrong."—Lincoln. moon. The various ministers and con- gregations are invited. We are looking forward to a great day. Come all Sunday school is still booming. UNION MEMORIAL CHURCH NOTES The Sunday in February nearest to Abraham Lincoln's birthday is celebrated in Methodist churches as Freedmen's Aid Day. Next Sunday will be Freedmen's Aid Day in Union Memorial Church. Tuesday, Feb. 12, a competent committee has arranged for "An-Evening with Abraham Lincoln" in moving pictures and addresses, etc. Watch for our Lenten Season revival campaign during the month of March. Extended notices will appear in this paper later. We are arranging cottage meetings, shop meetings, etc. Dr. R. E. Jones, editor Southwestern Christian Advocate, will be the evangelist. We invite the help of every soldier of Jesus Christ in the city. Services next Sunday 11 a.m.: Subject, "Christian Discipleship and Its Meaning," the pastor; 8 p.m., the Freedmen's Aid Anniversary—"The Day of Opportunity for the Negro," by the pastor. Good music at each service. Come! WOMAN'S AUXILIARY The Woman's Auxiliary of the Seven Church Union was postponed until the 3rd Sunday, February 17th, in account of the street car strike. Rev. G. W. Clemens, Organizer. WAYMAN A. M. E. CHURCH 23rd and Wash Sts. Rev. A. R. Dobbins, pastor of Wayman Church preached last Sunday from Eph. 3:18, subject, Paul's Prayer for Church. What the length, breadth, depth and height was brought out by the speaker. Another thought was that when praying, worshipers should bow on their knees. And Paul said for this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. The sermon was inspiring and amens were heard from all parts of the church. Two additions were made to the church. SEVEN CHURCH UNION Owing to the street our strike our union will hold, their services at New Home Baptist Church, 16th and Morgan St., Monday evening, Feb. 11th. Rev. J. W. Hall the president is ill at his home suffering from appendicitis. The services will be held for North Galilee Baptist Church. The pastor of New Hope Baptist Church, 2719 Morgan St., will be present, Sunday Feb. 10th and preach the sacramental sermon. Everybody is invited. The motion pictures of the Pythian Encampment and Parade, held in St. Louis last August, will be reproduced by special request at the Booker Washington Theatre Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 8, 9, 10. YOU ARE LOSING MONEY If You Have a furnished or Unfurnished Room in Your House Unoccupied ADVERTISE IN THE ARGUS Hundreds of persons, looking for clean, comfortable, convenient rooms, read the advertisements in the Class- sified columns of The Argus every week. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE we have established the following Want Adv. Stations: Harris's Drug Store Jefferson and Chestnut Watson's Drug Store Laclede and Compton Moaby's Drug Store Jefferson and Wash Sarah Finney Pharmacy Sarah and Finney Braddock's Pharmacy Whittier and Fairfax Zahm's Drug Store Pendleton and Hodiamont Tks Bonne's Drug Store Pendleton and N. Market Douglas Drug Store Pendleton and N. Market Street Brow. Pharmacy Newstead and Cottage LEONARD AVENUE BAPTIST CHURCH At the regular monthly business meeting last Friday night the church voted for an order to be drawn for $25 to give to Weston College. This is the amount pledged by Pastor Dunavant for Leonard Avenue. The services all day last Sunday were enjoyed by a good crowd. One person was baptized and six were united to the church. All of the auxiliaries are making splendid progress in their work, and show financial success to the church. Confirmation class for children meets at 12:30 p.m. and the one for adults at 4 p.m. each Sunday. The classes are still open for new members. Father Clarke will conclude his series of sermons this Sunday on "Faith, Hope and Charity," with the subject of "Charity." Other Sunday services as usual. On Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13, Bishop Tuttle will preach at 8 p.m. as has been his custom for many years. Friday night, Feb. 15, Rev. Arthur Brittain, Rector of St. John's Chureh, will be the speaker. All are welcome to these services. 1429 N. 12th St. A newly organized union has been formed and those that have joined it have struck for longer hours and warmer weather, namely, "Summer." There are however a burden bearing crew of "I wills," who are keeping the campfires going until the summer shall return and the union members with it. It is regretted that so many should have missed the two jewel sermons of last Sunday. Bro. Thos. Joiner preached as never before at 11 o'clock; text, "In the Beginning Was the Word," Jno. 1:1. The word was truly portrayed with a divine touch as only the spirit of God would have it. At 8 o'clock the pastor preached a sermon often heard before but never with a greater wealth of feeling and meaning "Go Wash and Be Clean" II. Kings 5:10. Being caught up by the spirit and seeing the present day needs of the people he rose to the occasion that would have shaken and gripped this city could they have heard this noble sermon. Mt. Olive stands as a tower of light to the wayfarer and wanderer; shining a beacon light that tells of a safe port and haven to all. There is shelter here for you, amid the joyous songs of the workers in this wee bee's hive you will find Christ and his Peace. Rev. D. W. Morris, pastor. Preaching at 11 am. and 8 p.m.; Sunday school at 2 p.m. Friday night class meeting and Bible reading. Chas. Warfield, Secretary; Mrs. Reed, Stewardess; L. P. Duke, pastor. JUST A MINUTE! I WANT TO MENTION THE NAMES OF MY PIANO BUYERS DURING JANUARY ```markdown ``` It may interest you to learn the names of purchasers of my instruments during the month of January. They are: Mrs. Marlowe, 1531 Webster Ave. $600, Reed and Sons player; Mrs. Ida Johnson, 2207 Market, $575, Singer player; Mr. Robert Laususe, Manhattan Cafe, 4379 Finney, $400 Upright; Mrs. Lula Buckner, 2755 A Clark, $275 Upright; Mr. Louis Houstin, 6312 S. Broadway, $485 Thompson player; Mrs. Lula Porter 2222 Chestnut, $600 Singer player; Mrs. Gus Guy, 511 S. Ewing, $275 Upright. Four reasons why you should buy piano from me: 1st—Because you support, a Negro enterprise; 2nd, because those goods are marked and sold at one price; 3rd, because all our goods are sold under a guarantee; 4th, because I can sell to you according to your circumstances. I am going to give $50 off, on any player or upright purchased from me before March 1. Pianos, $50 up, players $300 to $1,200. Call Bomont; 1792-W. The Great Western will play at the big Masquerade Mardi Gras Ball, Tuesday evening, Feb. 12th, 1918. LADIES EARN BIG MONEY Ladies Earn big money and be Independent. Earn while you learn the best paying trade. Hairdressers and Beauty Culturists in great demand now. Mime. Dear 'Carroll an old experienced Hairdresser and Teacher of Beauty Culture will teach you the French and American System in her Blue Book. Artistic Hairdressing, Manicuring, Facial massage, Scientific Scalp treatment, Straightening and Growing Hair; Wenwing and making up combings into fine Hair pieces, Make High Grade Tolllet Preparations, First Class up todate work. Send $2.00 money order for this unexcelled course to The Ideal Co. Box-70, Station G. New York City. A. RUSSELL UNDERTAKING CO. 2732 PINE STREET Modern ona up-to-date conveniences for high class work. Our constant aim is to keep in the front ranks of progress, and no effort will be spared to serve our patrons. DAY or NIGHT calls given prompt attention Kinloch, Central 555 Bell, Bomont 1426 ST. LOUIS PHONES Bomont 3148 Central 3798-L MIGHT CALLS Promptly Answered E. ST. LOUIS PHONES Office Bell E. 1807 St. Chair 1989 R Rec. St. Chair 1730-R R. M. C. GREEN FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER Free Funeral Parlors Office: 2635 Market St. St. Louis, Mp. Office: 1318 E. Broadway East St. Louis, ILL. Bell, Bomont 2220 Kinloch, Central 6320 L. S. WILLIAMS & SON UNDERTAKERS Ambulance and Auto Service, Day or Night Notary 3232 PINE ST., ST. LOUIS, MO. Public Kirkwood Office, 135 W. Main. Phone LINKWOOD 172-7 SAUNDERS and HAYNES Undertakers and Embalmers FOR GOOD DEPENDABLE SERVICE CALL US UP The Most Modern Facilities—Closest Attention To All Details! We Furnish Both Motor and Horse Drawn Funerals USE OF CHAPEL, FREE WHEN IN DOUBT—CONSULT US A SYPMPATHETIC SERVI THE HOUR OE H Prices Reason J. W. HUGO UNDERTAKEN 2620 Lawton Ave. Gagare: Lindell 4937 A SYPMPATHETIC SERVICE IN THE HOUR OE BEREAVEMENT CALL HARVEY 7 Passenger Pierce Arrow Automobile For Hire Stand: HARRIS' Drug Store Sement 197 PHONES Central 2004 ST. LOUIS, MO. ```markdown ``` CABANY 1348 Mme. Lindsey Colored Trance Medium You will Do Well To Call and Consult Her On Any Business NO SUNDAY WORK 6152 Minerva Ave., Wellston. --- Kinloch 5415 A Residence: Lindell 4529 SOCIET AND LOCAL NOTES Andrew Johnson, 2710 Mills, is ill with pneumonia. The T. M. C. Club met with Mrs. Joe, H. B. Evans, 4277 Cote Brilliante, Wednesday evening, Feb. 6. Mrs. Walter Vannon, 759 Walton, will be home to the "Informal Dance" Saturday afternoon the 9th. An unusually interesting program has been planned. Chester Smith, 4236 W. Belle, who has been in Oklahoma for several months, was in St. Louis this week. Mr. Jno. Jones, 3319 Arsenal St., will be home to the Frau Frau Club Tuesday afternoon. Mrs. Lena Pullina of 2612 Wash St., has been very ill for three weeks, but is convalescent. Mrs. Daisy Williams, of Omaha, Neb., is visiting her father, Mr. Steve Perkins; who is ill, and also her aunt, Mrs. Hawkins. The Grace Mission Quarterly Meeting has been changed to the third Sunday in February on account of weather conditions. Dr. M. H. Harrington, of 1033 West Belle Pl., has been suffering with rheumatism for the past ten days. Lieutenant Earl Ryder, who has been stationed at Camp Grunt, Ill., passed through St. Louis, this week, en route to Port Sill, where he will take a special course in French wireless telegraphy. Mr. D. P. Craig, of 3307 Lucas Ave., representative for the National League for Urban Conditions among Negroes was confined to his bed a few days. He is now convalescing. Miss Helen and Geo. Brinker gave a luncheon in honor of the birthday of their mother, Mrs. Lula Clay, 920 Elliot Ave, Saturday, Feb. 2. A four course lunch was served and all enjoyed a pleasant afternoon. Lieut. John Q. Taylor, of Camp Meade, Annapolis Jet, Maryland, called at the office while passing through the city enroute to Memphis, Tenn. Nine Colored men, said to be "slackers," and handcuffed, were taken through St. Louis this week from Alabama to Camp Dodge, Illinois. None of the men could read or write and were ignorant of the draft regulations. Mr. Gerald Tyler, of 2334 Michigan Ave., entertained twelve members of the Union Memorial chair of which he is director, Friday evening, Feb. 1. Rev. B. P. Abbott, pastor of the church was a guest. Dr. I. C. James received a telegram from his wife at Nashville, Tennessee, informing him that he is the father of an eleven-pound girl. Mother and baby doing fine. Mrs. Agnie Brewer, of 2922 Lucas Ave, entertained with a 5' o'elock dinner in honor of Rev. Baskin and Rev. Shaw. Covers were laid for six. Others present were Mrs. Emma Langston, Mrs. Kate Edison and Mrs. L. Jones. A pleasant evening was spent, after which all went to the church to attend the revival. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Lunderman entertained with a whist party in honor of Mrs. Lunderman's birthday, Monday evening. Covers were laid for eight. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Spencer Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Fitzgerald, Mrs. Georgia Jones and Mr. George Roberson. The Miscellaneous Club met at the residence of Mrs. C. L. Tyler, 4033 West Belle, Jan. 15. The hostess served a delicious repast for which she is famous. The next meeting will be with Mrs. J. Vellar, 4305 Cote Brillantine, Feb. 15, 1918. Mrs. T. Glass, president; Mrs. B. S. Brockman, secretary.; Mrs. S. M. Phillips, reporter. Capt. Williams of the 8th Illinois Infantry, Co. M., Camp Logan, Texas, and wife, were the guests of Miss Danglass of 4671 8t. LouisAve., a few days. They were entertained by Mrs. Ball of 1707 N. Pendleton Tuesday evening, Feb. 5. They left for Camp Logan Wednesday night. Mr. Williams is captain of Corporal Harry G. Doug-lass company. The Melrose Art Club met Friday, Feb. 1, at the residence of our president, Mrs. Belle Duvall, 4438 McPherson. After the regular hour of needlework part of the business was transacted, but owing to the absence of the secretary the rest was postponed until the third Friday, when we shall meet at the residence of Mrs. Denham, 4240w Cote Brilliante. The hostess served a pleasing repast after which there were a few remarks from our visitor. Next meeting Feb. 15. Belle Duvall, president; Julia Alexander, secretary; Marie Burton, reporter. Mrs. Minnie Reed, of 2822a Bernard Sey, entertained with a dinner Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 2 to 8 p.m., in honor of her friends, Mrs. Rosie Brown, of Nashville, Tenn., and Mrs. Jessie Merrill, of Detroit, Mich. 'The following guests were present: Mr. and Mrs. Frank Orndoff, Meadames Gertrude Allison, Neal Piper, Rebecca Bank, Maud Thompson, Grace Phillips, Clara Jefferson, Liza Bruner, Mr. Theo Lawson, Mrs. Webb, Mrs. Kaine and Miss Arell Rebeiche. Miss Jennie Hall McGee entertained with a whist and dance in honor of her birthday anniversary on the 5th inst at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Clark of West Belle, Mr. Gee, Miss was the host and Mr. Edward Victoria, Jan. 16th matter. Aurora McKinley, presided at the piano. Miss McGee was presented with a large birthday cake, also many other tokens. A sumptuous repost was served in six coarses. The color scheme of pink and green was carried out. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hill, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Clark, Misses Anna May Hill, Anna Bell Chapman, Fay Edwards, Messra. Arthur Taylor, Sikes and McKinley. Miss Sarah Jones, 3101 Lucas, Ave., formerly of Webster Groves, has been confined to her room for several weeks and was remembered by the Metropolitan Sunday school. The J. C. Price class, one of the leading classes and of which Mr. Bates is teacher, lifted a collection and called at her home Sunday, Feb 3. The following named persons were present: Mr. and Mrs. Bates, Mr. Pearl Abernathy, real estate agent, Mr. Wm. Knight the jeweler, Mrs. Rankin and Mr. Craven the insurance agent; Miss Jones was very much surprised and thanked the class for their benevolence. She is much improved and will soon be herself again. FOR RENT—Four-room flat, bath, laundry, electricity, furnace, $18.00. 4016 West Belle. (2-8-4) MARRIAGE LICENSES William Morton . 401 N. Taylor Miss. Bessie B. Cannon. 4255 W Kennerly John B. Lovings. 1904 N. Leffingwell Lillie L. Ellis. 4211a St. Louis Clarence Butler. 2733 Lucas Mary Christian. 2733 Lucas James Winsor Goodloe. 2021 Eugenia Mammie Seals. 2012 Walnut Robert Warren. 2712½ Mills Flora Cavanaugh, Webster Groves, Mo. Harrison White. 3217 Morgan Annie Hayden. 3217 Morgan Arthur Kibly. 3339 Laclede Rosa Brown. 2305a Walnut Eugene Washington. 3035 Pine Pearl Henderson. 3035 Pine George W. McDonald. 2700 Hebert Rachel O'Neill. Memphis, Tenn. David Ford. 418 S. 16th Annie Wells. 418 S. 16th Thomas Crump. 1913a Division Verona Lillian Staves. 2622 Mills John H. Askew. 2716 Luens Irene Robinson. 3802 Morgan Chester Peace. 3007 Market Georgia Johnson. 3007 Market Ralph James Edwards. 5187 Raymond Lealie Taylor. 4457 Washington Luther Anderson. 3602 Laclede Annie L. Moman. E. St. Louis, III. Clayton Henry Renfro.....Webster Groves, Mo. Mary Wade.....Webster Groves, Mo. Early Howard.....Bridgeton, Mo. Melvina Williams.....Kinloch, Mo. DEATHS of THE WEEK Richard A. Hudlin, 4004 Cook.....59 Haywood Shaw, 113 Iron St.....14 Ellen Perkins, 2729 Laclede.....87 Daisy Boykins, 1015 Mound.....17 Nettie Blanton, 4445 Maffitt.....28 Inft. Blanton, 4445 Maffitt.....18 Robert Welley, 819 N. 13th St.....18 Sarah Mitchell, Gary, Ind.....39 Baby Dill, 805 N. 23rd St..... Nancy Johnson, 1910 Goode.....56 Amanda Williams, 2624 Baldwin.....71 Rudolph Anderson, 3029 Semple.....16 Mary E. Mitchell, 4224 Fairfax.....6 Harmon Lackey, 4088 Finney.....31 John R. Wilson, 4455 W. Belle.....42 Edward Woodson, 4206 Papin.....56 Emcul Stevenson, 1718 Linden.....38 Addie Seruggs, 210 Plopar.....42 Mary L. Grinlin, 523 Gratton.....12 Mattie Lue Rhodes, 2817 Howard, 6 mo. John Early, 918 Biddle.....25 Fanny Fisher, 4342 Fairfax.....40 Georgiana V. Colder, 4583 Garfield.....65 Jennie Brooks, 1428 Clark, rear.....42 Alfred Ross, City Hospital.....60 Leroy Carter, 604 Lorette.....8 Fanny Covington, 2628 Papin.....17 Thomas Elliott, 2614 Minery.....50 Henry Hayes, 6143 Minery.....32 Susie Roper, 2202 Scott.....4 moss Edie Wilie, 217a L. Sefflingwell.....32 Frances Jones, 2723 Mills.....4 Annie M. Smith, 1201 Blair.....18 Eméline McGhee, 1709 Morgan.....72 Jessie Boldin, 3111 Lucas.....31 Clarenee Ireland, 4224 Finney.....8 John A. McMurray, 4031 Cook.....33 IN MEMORIAM In loving remembrance of our dear mother and wife, Mattie Pike Mayo, who departed this life one year ago. Feb. 9, 1917. [Image of a man in a suit with a tie]. For St. Louis and vicinity: Fair and warmer Friday. Fair Saturday and Sunday. Not much change in temperature. By C. F. Collins, Mentalist. MARDI GRAS BALL Everybody is going, why not you! To the big Masquerade Hall, given by the Academy Boys and Girls, Tuesday, February 12, 1918, Mardi Gras night, at Douglass Hall, Beaumont and Lawton Aves. This ball will be given for the purpose of getting yarn to make sweaters for the boys at Camp Funston. Grand-march at 11 p.m. Valuable prizes: awarded. Committee: Walter Carter, Russell Jenkins, Willie Washington, Frank Tennyson, Walter Fearnance, Honore Blye. From 7:30 to 1 a.m. Jesse Johnston, Master of Ceremonies. Music by Academy Jazz Orchestra. Admission 35 cents. ANNOUNCEMENT BY NURSE Having completed the course in "Ynellia School of Swedish Massage," I wish to announce that I am open for engagements. General and local massage, also general nursing, Hospital experience. Rates reasonable. Mrs. C. Mickens Barrett, 2915 Lucas Ave. Phone, Bonnett 1855. BUSH BURNERS The Bush Burners of the American Woodmen will meet every first Saturday. 2 P.M. at the home of the Worthy Guardian, Mrs. I. L. Allen, 2940 Lawton Ave. America's Martyred President 1809—Born in Hardin county, Kentucky, February 12. He was descended from a Quaker family, which had emigrated from Virginia about 1780. 1816—Removed with his family from Kentucky to Indiana. 1830—Removed to Illinois, where during the next few years he followed various occupations, including those of a farm laborer, a merchant and a surveyor. 1836—Admitted to the bar and began the practice of law in Springfield. 1842—Served as a captain and afterward as a private in the Black Hawk war. 1844—Elected to the Illinois legislature as a Whig and served eight years. 1847—Elected to congress on the Whig ticket. 1858—As Republican candidate for the United States senate he engaged in a series of joint debates throughout Illinois with the Democratic candidate, Stephen A. Douglas. 1860—Elected president of the United States on the Republican ticket, the disunion of the Democratic party giving him an easy victory. 1861—On April 15, two days after the fall of Fort Sumter, he issued a call for 75,000 volunteers; and the control of events passed from the cabinet in the camp. 1861—April 19, proclaimed a blockade of Southern ports. 1862—September 22, issued a proclamation emancipating all slaves in states or parts of states, which should be in rebellion on January 1, 1862. 1864—Re-elected president by the Republican party, defeating Geo. B. McClellan, candidate of the Democratic party. 1865—Entered Richmond with the Federal army on April 4, two days after that city had been evacuated by the Confederates. 1865—Shot by John Wilkes Booth on April 14, and died the following day. Buried at Springfield, Ill. Every man is said to have his peculiar ambition. Whether it be true or not, I can say for one, that I have no other so great as that of being truly esteemed of my fellow men, by rendering myself worthy of their esteem.—Lincoln. UNCLE SAM'S FIRST FUEL CONSERVATION SIGN By P. A. MITCHEL When the great struggle between the Northern and Southern states came on Allan Kits Hugh, twelve years old, was at school in Virginia. He was a boy of delicate physique, but was full of fire, and hearing that Abraham Lincoln was coming south, was the heart of a armed force, was much troubled because he was too young to shoulder a musket and repel the invader. He found it difficult during those exciting times to attend to his studies, and had it not been for the influence of his mother, whom he dearly loved, he could not have been kept at school at all. In those days the passion attending war ran high on both sides. The songs, the gibes, the speeches and what was written concerning the great struggle were very bitter and usually far from the truth. In the North it was "We'll hang Jeff Davis on a sour apple tree," and in the South President Lincoln was called "the baboon." The Northern schoolboy conceived the idea that President Davis was an ogre, not realizing that he was an educated gentleman, had commanded a regiment of United States troops in the war with Mexico, had been a United States senator and secretary of war. The Southern schoolboy considered President Lincoln a wild man from the Western woods who delighted in blood-shed. Children whose minds are not developed must concentrate upon one head in any movement in which they are interested. So Allan's thoughts dwelt upon Mr. Lincoln, embodying the great president with his idea of the hated "yankees." When Allan was fifteen he begged his mother to let him go to fight for the Confederacy. Naturally she clung to her son, and the matter was compromised between them in this wise: If the war was not over in another year-Allan was to enlist with his mother's consent. Many boys of his age, both in north and in the South, broke away from parental restraint and enlisted without permission. Food for powder was in demand, and the recruiting officers often winked at the fact that the recruits were under age. But Allan was his mother's only child, and, being of an extremely affectionate disposition, the bond between them was doubly strong. So Allan continued at his studies, though he read more about the battles that were being fought than the subjects treated in his textbooks. He lived in Richmond, and at one time had listened to the roar of the cannon during the seven days' battles that had been fought between Lee and McClellan. His admiration for soldiers wore away some of his bitterness against the federal generals, but President Lincoln was still the embodiment of his repugnance for the Northern people. The two heads—Davis of the Confederacy and Lincoln of the federal Union—throughout the war continued to represent the bitter antagonism felt by either side. In the early spring of 1865 Allan Fitz Hugh came to be sixteen years of age, and his mother reluctantly consented to his doing his part to fill the gaps in the Southern ranks made by Northern missiles. When the time UNCLE SAM'S FIRST FUEL Keep Your Rooms at 68° Uncle French Face Bleach Buy a bottle of French Face Bleach for 50c and a box of Aeillen hair grower and hair darkener for 25c. For sale at Harris Drug Store, Bonner's Drug Store, Sarah & Toney Drug Store, Ficklin's Grocery Store, Nevin's Grocery Store. MASQUE BALL. Follow the crowd, with the boys who put "fun" in fun, to the big Masque Ball, given at Almac Hall, Jefferson Ave, and Pine St., March Gras night, Tuesday evening, February 12th, 1938. Music by Academy Jazz Orchestra. Attention: 25 cents. Committees: Thomas Brock, Earle Steinberg, Frank Johnson, Harry Johnson, Valier of the evening. CHOIE MEMBER TO BE GRAND CONCERT SINGER Friday, February 22 there will appear at St. Paul A. M. E. Church one of the former choir singers who will make her debut as a grand concert singer. Supported by two of St. Louis foremost musicians, under aisles of Sherman Club, Mrs. Z. T. Bush, Captain; Mrs. Lulu Bum First Lieutenant; Mrs. Olivette Smith, Second Lieutenant; Miss Leona Moman, Secretary. Mon!! Help your women relatives. Take out a Y. W. C. A. membership for your wife, sister or daughter. came for him to leave his mother he was seized with a forboding that he would not see her again. It is questionable which suffered the more at parting, mother or son. Allan enlisted in time to take part in one of the last battles of the war. He saw a dark line of blue on the edge of a wood behind earthworks. With the Confederate line of battle he moved toward it. Suddenly a storm burst in his face. He felt himself collapse and sank down on the ground. His companions in arms went on, but were soon driven back and over him, leaving him there with a stream of blood flowing from his side. He was placed on by a federal ambulance corps and placed on a stretcher. He believed himself to be dying, and, oh, how terrible not to be able to bid his mother good-bye! A man sits on a rock, holding a bucket and a pitcher, surrounded by trees and a stormy sky. "Mother!" he cried. "Oh, mother!" A tall, spare man in citizen's apparel heard the wall and directed the carrier to put down the stretcher and, kneeling beside it, asked tenderly: "What can I do for you, my boy?" "You are a Yankee. You will do nothing for me. I wish to send a message to my mother, but it will never reach her." "Give me your message, and I promise you that I will send it for you." The next morning Mrs. Fitz Hugh heard of the battle and knew that her son had been in it. While she was wondering what might have been his fate a man rode up to and gave her a message stating that it had come by flag of truce. Starting for the front at once, the anxious mother succeeded in bringing her boy home. He hovered for some time between life and death, then began slowly to recover. Not long after this Richmond was evacuated by the Confederates, and President Lincoln went down there from Washington. When he was riding through the street on which the Fitz Hughes lived Allan was propped up in an easy chair on pillows, and his mother pointed out Mr. Lincoln to him. "Oh, mother!" exclaimed the boy. "What is it, Allan?" "He's the man who comforted me when I was carried off that dreadful battlefield, and he sent you my message." EL CONSERVATION SIGN VE COAL Sam NEEDS it DON'T FORGET -Lachterman's Market- We Deliver Everywhere Central 7821 R. 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RATES ONE INSERTION Personal, Business and Professional Cards, Business Chances, For Sale or Rent Houses, Stores, Flats, Help Wanted, Situations Wanted, For Rent Rooms, Rooms and Board, 5c. per line, minimum 15c. LOST—Autograph Album with kodak pictures or photographs, houses and people. Reward if returned to 4212 Washington. If it is of interest to you, it will interest some one else. Write your questions and send them in. FOR RENT 4.45 West Browne BABY WANTED A brown skin baby girl gives adoption between I and J and a college, by house to table people living in Columbus. Ms. will give the baby a good home. Work or call up. Mrs. Amanla Jordi Long Colored Orphanage Home 420 National Bridge Rd. Phone Colfax 1850 For Rent - Lounge, bedroom rooms with gas closet, bath and steam heat. Availability 4033 Cook For Rent - Lounge, bedroom in the apartment only. Availability 4033 Cook For Rent - Lounge, bedroom with modern condo. 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Look at the following property, which we offer for sale at rare bargains, and if any of them suit you for a home or as an investment we will arrange terms, and give you our best price on application at our office BALDWIN ST. 2700-2 15 rooms and 2 store rooms, lot 34x129. W. BELL, 3951-11 rooms. W. BELL, 4065-2, store, brick, 30 rooms, lot W. BELL, 4311-10 rooms, lot 35 ft... W. BELL, 4342-8 rooms, lot... W. BELL, 4482-8 rooms, lot... BELL AVE., 3743-1 rooms, lot 36x147 BELL GLADE, 2409-8 rooms, lot... BOTANICAL ST, 3968-11 rooms, lot 30x130 feet... CASS AVE., 2405-14 rooms, lot... CLARK AVE., 109-9 rooms, lot 23x85 CLARK AVE., 2714-6 rooms, lot 25 x99 COOK AVE., 3966-8 rooms, lot 25 ft. COOK AVE., 4009-6 rooms, lot 25x162 COTE BRILLIANTE, 4447-9 Lot-50 25x135 EVANS AVE., 3513—6 rooms, lot. EWING AVE., 385—South, lot. FINNEY AVE., 3653—9 rooms, lot 25 x165. FINNEY AVE., 3826—Store, 3 rooms and bath. FINNEY AVE., 3831—Store and 5 living rooms, 25 foot lot. FINNEY AVE., 4001—2 story, stone front, 7 rooms, lot 25x150. FAIRFAX AVE., 4174—7 rooms, lot 30x125. GOOD AVE., 2919—7 rooms, lot 26x 130. LAWTON AVE., 3522—6 rooms, lot 25 LAWTON AVE. 3437 - 9 rooms, 2 story brick, stone front. LAWTON AVE. 3423 - 9 rooms, lot. LAWTON AVE. 3111. LACLEDE AVE. 3429 - 10 rooms. LEFFINGWELL AVE. 709 N - 8 rooms, lot 22x125. MAGAZINE ST. 3111 - 6 rooms, lot 30x125. OREGON ST. 1801-8 rooms, lot 25x125 PAGE BLV. 3940 2-12 rooms, lot 30x162 PAGE BLV. 3950-9 rooms. PAGE BLV. 4947-7 rooms, lot. PINE ST. 2927-8 rooms, lot. PINE ST. 3427-7 rooms, lot 25x155 ft. PRAIRIE AVE. 4165-Lot. 72x114, 1 store and 16 rooms, and lodge hall. ST. FERDINAND. 4234-3 rooms, lot 25 ft. pantry and basement. ST. FERDINAND. 4273 W-7 rooms, lot 28x134 VERMOUNT AVE. 6137-9 rooms, lot 128x125 WHITTIER ST. 1914-Lot. WHITTIER ST. 1714-2 story brick, 11 rooms, lot 25x136 WINDSOR PLACE. 3848-Rooming house, lot 60 ft. Abernathy Realty Co. 2363 Market Bell Phone, Bomont 2340 Kinloch Phone, Central 8174-L FOR SALE Coal and Kindling Wood In any quantity delivered For Rent—Furnished room, to couple, Gentlemen preferred. 1710 Goode Ave. Lindell 4597 R. (2-1-4) LODGES F. J. Brown Lodge No. 30, A. F. & A. M.—holds its regular communication on the 4th Friday night of each month at Masonic Temple. Visiting brothers are welcome. Monroe Ernest, W. M.; John H. Morris, See. Ionic Lodge No. 91, A. F. & A. M.—meets the First Tuesday night of each month at Masonic Temple. H. L. Smith, W. M., S. F. Phillips, Secy. J. L. Henderson Lodge 116—Meets 1st Monday night of each month in lodge room No. 2, at Masonic Temple, 3619 Easton Ave. Visiting brothers are welcome—Thomas. Patterson, W. M., Dover D. Holmes, Sec'y. True Blue Lodge No. 107.—meets first Tuesday night of each month at 8 o'clock at Masonic Temple. Spotwood Rice, W. M.; J. T. Anderson, See'y. East Gate City Lodge No. 38, A. P. & A. M. holds its regular communication on the second Friday, night of each month at the Masonic Temple. Visiting brothers are welcome. J. A. Simpson, W.M., J. C. Lucky, Secretary. Onward Guild No. 1, Heroines of Knights Templar—Meets on First Sunday afternoon of each month at 2:30, Masonic Temple. Mrs. G. W. McDonald, Capt.; Mrs. Bettie Ernt, Asst. Capt.; Mrs. Alice Moore, See'y. Mount Olive Chapter No. 3—meets 3rd Wednesday night of each month. R. A. James, H. P.; A. B. Thomas, Sec. Phoenix Lodge, No. 79, A. P. & A. M., meets on the regular communications, first Friday in each month. All Muster Mastons welcome Brown Wells, W.M.; Chas. H. Smith, secretary. Lincoln's Fine Tribute to Bereaved Mother AT this time, above all times, when our thoughts revert to the man by many considered the greatest president that our country has had, we are proud to publish a letter written by him to a bereaved mother. It went from the heart to the heart, and its message still stirs the soul of motherhood. The letter was this: I have been shown in the files of the New Department a statement of the Adjutant General of Massachusetts that you are the mother of five sons who have died gloriously in the field of battle. I feel how worth and fruitless must be any word of mine which should attempt to lodge you from the grief of a loss or overwhelming. But I cannot refrain from tending you the consolation that may be found in the thanks of the republic they died to learn. I pray that ourMemory Father may avenge the english of your treatment, and leave you only the cherished memory of the loved and lost, and the solitary finds that must be yours to have lived to satisfy a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom. Your nay sincerely and respectfully. A. Lincoln Is it any wonder that this famous letter is still hanging on the walls of Brasenose college. Oxford university, England, as a model of pure and exquisite English and as a compelling expression of a great heart and mind? HASTENED TO INFORM WIFE "Mary, We Are Elected," Was Lincoln's Form of Telling Helpmeet the Good. News. Perhaps one of the most characteristic of the Lincoln anecdotes may be revived with timeliness. On the night of his first election the little "frame" home of the Lincoln in Springfield, Ill., was thronged with eager neighbors and friends. Reports for a while came in early and favorably. Then they were less promising. The crowd dwindled. Then came the news that Lincoln had carried the country. The rest of the story will better be told by that great man himself. "When there was no longer any doubt, or reason for doubt," he related afterward. "I went up to my bedroom and found my wife asleep. I gently touched her shoulder and said, 'Mary!' She made no answer. I spoke again a little louder, saying, 'Mary! Mary! we are elected!'" Stand with anybody that stands right. Stand with him while he is right and part with him when he goes wrong. —Lincoln. The PERFECT SERVICE [When Abraham Lincoln, as a boy, first came in contact with the institution of abolition, he mustache of I ever get a chance. I am going to knock that thing, and knock it hard.'] To one of station lowly And far removed from fame In early youth a holy Prophetic vision came. He cherished well the vision That nursed the germ of truth; In spite of men's derision; In spite of waning youth. When sacrifice was needed He gave, nor grudged the gift; And as the years receded He saw the darkness lift. The fogs that clouded reason Were scattered by the light And what before was treason Grew sacred in men's sight. His memory, without equal, Lies in our hearts enshrined; For he, so runs the sequel, Serves best, who serves mankind. --- WOMEN LOVED BY LINCOLN Loss of One of Them In Early Youth Cast a Lifelong Shadow Across His Heart. There was a wild rose slip of a girl in a blue sunbonnet, with whom he walked the lanes of his homepun days. There was a clever, cultured woman, whose brilliating intellect lighted his ascending way in the Illinois legislature. And there was the belle of the gay social set at Springfield, who fluttered across his pathway as it led to Washington. One he loved, and one he tried to, and one he married. These were the women that he courted. They loved Lincoln. To them the greatest American was far nearer than a lofty figure on a high pedestal. They heard his heart beat! These were the women that loved Lincoln. One of them today lies near the banks of the Sangamon where he loved her. To the last there was with him the long, long sorrow of her loss that cast its shadow across his heart in youth. As late as 1864 he pushed aside state papers in the executive mansion at Washington to talk of her late in the night to a friend who had come from back home. One rests peacefully in a little cemetery at Pleasant Ridge. Ill. The mother of five children, her tombstone reads: "Mary Owens Vineyard." One lies at his side in the great mausoleum in Springfield, where the state keeps her bier and his heaped with fresh, fragrant flowers. When an assassin's bullet took his life, the American people mourned a great president. She mourned a great husband—Dellicator. The way for a young man to rise is to improve himself every way he can, never suspecting that anybody wishes to hinder him.—Lincoln. Election Incident. Lincoln was a clever politician and never hesitated when president to play trumps in a crisis. Colonel A. K. McClure said that he told Lincoln he couldn't carry Pennsylvania in 1864 on the home vote unless he furled himself. Pennsylvania soldiers and sent them back here to vote. Lincoln hesitated only a moment and then requested both Brande and Sheridan to send 5,000 troops into Pennsylvania for the election, which was done. McClure's prediction was evidently correct, as Lincoln, even with the 10,000 troops voting here, carried Pennsylvania by only 5,712. To this plurality was added some 14,000 as the result of Pennsylvania soldiers voting in the field.—Philadelphia Ledger. Lincoln's Stories. It seems probable that some of Lincoln's stories, genuine though we may believe them to be, were current before his time; for instance, the one with the Kentucky flavor referring to the brand of whiskey which General Grant's enemies protested he used with too much freedom. Lincoln disclaimed this story in my hearing, stating that King George III. of England was said to have remarked, when he was told that General Wolfe, then in command of the English army in Canada, was mad, that he wished Wolfe could bite some of his other generals.—From "Lincoln in the Telegraph Office." Just try Black and White Ointment (for white or colored folks). Apply as directed on label, to face, neck, arms or hands. 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Chureb, 23rd and ‘Wash Street—Preaching 11 a. m. and p.m. Endeavor 6:30 p.m. Cliss necting Tuesday, 8p .m.- Prayer meet ing Thursday, 8 p. m Rev. A. R. Dobbins, pastor. : Sunday school, 1:30 p. ih, + BETHANY BAPTIST MISSION, 4000 Fairtex Ave, Breaching Sunday 11:00 2. m. and 8:30 p.m, Sunday seboo) at 1:30 p. m. Mid-week services Wodneaday.aya-Fri day evenings Rev. J. H. Oden, 3 First Baptist Church of Kinloch, Mo—Sundey, preaching 11 om and 3pm. Sunday-chool at-10 a) m Bible reading at 6:30 p.m. Weekly meetings, Tueaday-and Thureday at & @ m. Communion, second Sunday’ ix each month. Rev. P, Hopls, pastor; E ‘L, Brown, clerk. GUARANTEED __ : ° 1, mR 2 /Plate and Bridge Work $4 * we ‘acon acquaint you with iy new, Woeatien : TN | plate Beas ict. Examination aint pheniliposnicetioy Sera where teeth : ‘ordertd.’ Be sure you are in the right aioe ~ as-1-have- recently changed. frem_my . 5 “former location. ~.DR. H. E.. DOWELL = Now Located at S>E. Corner 7th and Olive ~ = ‘ake Elévator—224 N. tth—Third Floor : 7 Opposite The Repablic Pl - Hours: 8 a, m. to,6. Sunday9a.m. to 12. sf ‘This Cotipen Is Good for $1 on $500 or’ ‘more of dental: work. beans; Dea’t present this until. your work DR Hie B-DOWELL |e satimated. Mast be Wap batore Leonard Avenve Baptist Chureh: 36 % Leonard Ave—Sunday, Preathing 41:06 a, mand 8 p. m Sunday Sehool 1,00 p.m. ‘“B. Y. P. U. 6:00 p. a Prayer Meeting. Wednesday. night. Rev. P, W. Dunavaat, Pastor, aks. 2749. Walant. “Union AD MED Chureb, Webste™ Groves—Serviees at 11 a, m. and 7:3 pm. Babbath School 9 a. m. Rev W. H. Pearson, Pastor; A. J. Saunders ‘Secretary. ‘ Asbury Memorial M. E. Church, 4291 Cottage. Ave. Sunday school, 9:30 a. ay preaching 11 a.m. and 8 p. m. ‘epworth League, 7p. m. Class meet ing and Bible cles, Wednesday, 8-p. a. Rey, W.'W. Goff, pastor. ‘#f. DOUGLASS UNITED PRAITIVS * 9018 Laclede: Avenne Buaday-school at 10 a, m. “Présch- img 11 «mand & p.m Bible Band at 5:30, Prayer services Thureday aights. ‘Bev. E. Foster, Pastor. “OLD SIGNS DO NOT DECEIVE”: fowie Watch out for these three. ’ ee Do a They stand for Merit apd Reputation,” ~ . ‘Thin Ointment successfully used for eighty. years, + jm thousands of cases of skin troubles. ; The Only ORIGINAL Complexion: Brightoner. ‘At all druggists, or cent by mail © tapen teceipt of price, 25¢ each. is 1512 Atdantic Ave, | Beeakayas Fe ware of Substitutes’ and Imitstions. They mey agerous. ‘Look for the Mclen.Celored packages and Redemption of Souls Spiritual Church, $15 N. Benumost treet, Bunday sebool service 10 a. m, chureh services 11 a mand 8 ~ m. and messages. ‘Meeting at 8 p. m. Wednesday and Thursday. Seance at 8 p. m. Tuesday ‘ana: Friday." Mra. Julin Johnson, ore- ‘cle; Rev. James, D. Miller, pastor; ‘Henry Green, president; Mise A. Voorbies, secretary. “Pabermacle Baptist Church, 3196 Pine ™ Prxeching Geomere, am ants 1. m_ Bunday-echool, 17 P. Sy Se aredaeedly, 8b. me. == meeting, Friday, 5. Soe Meeting —Kev #8 8 Moeeley, ane = 5 . FIRRT FREE: BAPTIST CHURCH, 8952 Papin-Btrect. Preathing, sreond. third andy fourt Sundays “in, each month. eu am, and 8 p.m. Sum day) schoot I. p. mC. E. Society, 6:30 p.m Prenching Wednesday night,Ys p.m.” Prayer meeting Friday 8 p.m, Gonimanion aerviess second Sunday in each month. Rey,.A. H. Bosticy pas tor, phone Central 219% or Olive 1676 any time. from © a.m. to 12:30 p.m ‘and 2 pm, to #20 pum SAY! YOU! Te ee ee TABEE cr WAGALINE Publaned ‘anpwbere in the FOR ADVERTISING: WRITEUES, SOCIAL NEWS OR ‘STORIES >, .W, Sitas FEARANCE eS + 1706 GOODE AVE, 4, Call Bomont 1452.00. Be or Res,’ Lindel] 4116- Magdslone Baptist Chureh, 3430 Mar het. Sunday school 9:30 a m. Preach- ing, 11:00 « mB Y. P. U., 6:30 p. m. -Presching, 8:00 p.m, Midweek services, Tuceday night, presebing 4:00 pm Thursday aight prayer mecting; fourth Friday sah cach mente, Nie den ‘Cirle. Communion first 7 aight exch month. Rev. 1 R.- Chaney, Pastor Sister M. B. Hardin, Clerk. > Northern Baptist Chureh, 600 8. Ew- ing Ave—Sunday service, prayer mest: tag, 5:30 0. m.; preeching, 11:30 « m. and 8p. m.; Sunday-eobecl, 1 p. mj BY. P. U, 6:30 p.m; Mission Otrele ¥:30 p mseeeh Monday; preaching, | bh m toch Wednesday; preyer mocting Sp wm eneh Pridey. Bev. J. C- Mar ‘tin,’ pastor; vGcidsnce, 2710 Mills. WALNUT ICE AND FUEL — ere - SENERAL HAULING. : * i WRIGHT, Manager. | Sh kt Phone: Bomont 1851-8 - . 2783 WALBUT ST Thessalonian Missionary Baptist Cuurch—604>Mostrose Ave. Sunday, prayer moéting.¢ a. m.; preaching, 11 ‘a.m. and sami Bunday-school 1 p. m; BY. PS~U. 6:30; Wednesday, peneehiag ps ans Helder: prerme mene: ang § p. m.; Soeiety, fret and third Tocoday in cach month at 8 Bm. Bay, David Tyler, pastor.» CRE a ERE SES = Beeond Baptist - Church, - Kinloeb- Park—Preeching; Bundays, 11a m. and 8p. m.; Sundsy-echool, 1 p.m; Weekly meetings, Wednesday and Fri- daye, 8 p.m Rov. A. P. Harold, Pastor. Mount Olive Baptist Chureh, 1420 N. lth Street—Preaching every Sun- day, 21a, m, 3 pm. and 8 p. mj Buriday-school, 1 p. m.; B. Y..P. U., 6:30 P @.; Mission Circle, fourth Sunday in esch month Rev. D. W. Morris, Pastor. Antioch Baptist Church, North Mar Ket and Goode Ave. Preaching, Sun- deys at 1] om aad § p.m Sunday Bebool at 1 pm BY. P. U. at 6:30 pm. Prayer meeting, Wednesday at § p.m Communion Bervices, Second Sunday in each month. Rev. Wm. L. Perry, M. D, Pastor. . -Phied Corinthian Baptiot Chareh 13th ‘and Biddle streets. —Sunday prayer meeting, 5 p.m. reaching, 11 & m, 3p. m. and 8:30 p,m. Sunday wehool, 1p, m. Prayer meeting, Tuce day night.” Preaching, Thursday. night Fourth Sunday in each month Coven- ant and Communion, Rev. J. W. Hall pastor; M.» C. Ghosby, clerk; Pete ‘Brown, treasurer. Providence Baptist Church, Keaner ly. sind Pendleton Avenues. —Sunday preaching 1] a.m. and 8 p.m. Sun dayechool, 1 pm BY. P. UT p m. Prayer meeting, Friday 8 p. m Covenant and Lord's Supper, fourth ee, p.m. Mission Circle Praye Mi third Friday, 8:30 p-m. Rev E. Calvin Cole, pastor, 3121 Fair Ave Corinthian Baptist Couren, _ ¢4: Antelope; Sunday Preaching, 11:00 a m. and 8:00. p.m Sabbath school 10:00 a. m.; B. ¥.P. U., 6 p. m. Wed fneeday: g 8:06 p. m., Friday: Prayer M 8 p m, Mission serv fee, third 8 pm. * Busines mecting Fridey. before . the _ fourth Lord's ya month. Rev. Wm Anderson, Pastor. “(C\ . Mt. Olive Baptist Chareh No, 9, 1405 Morgan St. Sunday, prayer meeting, 5 a. m; preaching, 11 om, Sp m. and $:30 -p. m. Bunday-sehool, 1:30 p.m. Prayer mevting and Mission Circle, Beak went Gostaant neat fourth Bunday communion. Rev. A. Dickson, pestor, Thomas Miller, clerk. Mount Ziop, Baptist Churcit, 2024 Papth “St, Sunday: Preaching, 11:00 a.m. and 8:00 p. m, Sunday-scnooi 4:30 p.m. Prayer meeting, Friday, 600 p.m - Gospel Temple ~Baptist Church, 62: N, Beaumont St. Sunrise prayer service 5:30 am. Preaching, 11:00 a.m. Sun. day school, 1:30 p.m, B.Y-P. U., 6:80 ‘pm. Preaching, 5:00 p.m. ~ Mid-week services, Tuesday aiid Friday evenings 6:00 prm. Rev. J. J. Johnson, pastor; Sister Simms; eburch clerk,” 2623 N. Pendleton Ave. = x Ss, a Lutheran Uburch, 1701 Morgan St — Sunday: preaching 8~p. -m. “Sanday school 8p. m. - Catechetical’ Tnstruc ton, Thursday, 8p. m.. Day ‘school, every day, 9 4-3 p.m. Rey © Claus. : . Gay Street alission, Y212 Gay 8t. Preaching. 11:00 ‘Sunday * moriing; Sunday sehool 1:00 .p. am, Epworth League 7:00 p. m., preaching, $:00 p, m, Clans meeting every Thursday eve Hing. 8700° p.m, Rey. J. ‘H. Piyne, pastor. | ‘ : Communion of Sguls Spiritual Church hold their regular services Sunday 11 & mand 8 p.m. Lyseum, 10 0. m:; seanee Tuesday nnd Friday at & p.m. eonductéed by Mrs. Caroline Armatead and M. Antoinette owardaR. N. Mim ‘Clemmitine-ateh, reetstary; Cordelia ‘Anderson, Uresqurer}—M. Antoinette Howard, BN. pastor; Mra. Carrio Par son, assistait pesvor. 2641 Lucas Ave Phone, Cent. S576R. ‘Union A. M. F. Chureb, Shady ‘and Lisegla “Aves, Rev. W. H. Fearpon, Paster; J. E. Sanders, Seeretary and Superintendent of Sunday _ school Prenehing, 11:00 a m..and 8:30 p.m Class meeting Thursday night. HARRISON AVE. BAPTIST CHURCH 425 flo, Harrison Ave, Kitrwood, Mo. Banday preaching at 11:00 am. and 8:00 p.m. Visitors weléome, Rev. I WL Meares, Pastor: =. * ‘Ghareb of God and Saints of Christ, 4201 N. -Market—Services: Wednee jday 7:30 pim.; -Sunday, 7:30; Friday. wandows. Saturday (Sabbath) Ml day Elder J. J. Jackson, pastor-in charge Sema aereeee 4. 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Y, For the newest and most, up-to-date styles ‘in Ladies’ and Men's Apparei «tele 1500-—-MARKET 8T—2100 = ‘They will alee loan you money te bay your winter elethes. : POUND AT Last PAGE EIGHT AMUSEMENTS AND SPORT THEATRES WHITMAN THEATRES AND PANY MAKING BIG HIT AT BOOKER WASHINGTON THEATRE The Whitman State is a company, in their annual spring sale, four, sententiously large stores at the Booker Washington. Then the week, regardless of the store's schedule The company chartered by the Masse- Mable Essex and Ayrshire and the three counties of Surrey, Arton and Thames, Anglesey, Norfolk of Wiltshire and Worthing of London and the City King Company companies is incorporated by the aforesaid to the laws. Next Week The Whitman is a great presenter to serve the public with a Booker Washington (his last name) with another editor, the sical comedy. A very fine things have an actor in store, another in tertaining should be On Monday night the code of "The Bull's Eye" will win. This new serial starts with M. Johnson, the famous actor, in one of the strangest acts only to the furious ladies Robo PYTHIAN PARADE PICTURES SHOWING AT BOOKER WASH INGTON The motion pictures of the Pythian Encompassment of a sword are being reproduced by the Barker Washington Theatre this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The film will also be a matinee Sunday at 2 p.m. The pictures have been shot with silver film. The actors and have been praised by viewers. They were taken under the "Secret super vision" of Mr. Chy. Tupin and show the biggest indie showcause ever made by Collected public in St. Louis. WILL REPEAT FUNSTON PICTURES Several hundred persons were prevented by Sunday an account of the street parade, from seeing the pictures of that Capitol Dances at Camp Funston, which are being shown at the Booker Washington Theatre. On account of the spectacle Mr. Turpin has agreed to run the pictures two or three nights, in the near-future. The film was sent this week to Camp Funston to be shown to the boys free of charge. They will then be sent to Tuskegee Institute and probably other places from which respect have come. The Argus will give one more copy of the reproduction in St. Louis. Tom Turpin has received a letter from Lieut. B. L. Watkins at Camp Funston, thankking him for copies of "When Sambo goes to France." Lieutenant Watkins says the new song is "On the life of every sign in camp," also that it will be sung by the Colored Brigade on their own march song. "The Cold Deck," W. S. Hart's latest production, in five reels, has been secured by the New Movie Theatre and will be shown at that picture house on Sunday. Feb. 10. The theatre will be open from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. "The Cold Deck" is positively Mr. Hart's latest picture suit will be shown for the first time on Market Street at the New Movie Sunday. Let us do your next printing! Call Bomont 1452. PROF. W. L. GLADSTONE ASTRAL DEAD TRANCE SPIRIT MEDIUM. You must positively bring this adv. LOW FEE 50¢ READINGS. Read your life from credible to grave. Powers are wonderful indispensable, advice clear, inform motion precise concerning love, courtship, marriage, divorce. OLYMPIA The Famous Place For Amusements OPEN FROM 9 A. M. TO 11 P. M. A Real Good Show Every 2 Hours NOBLE M. JOHNSON STARS NEW SERIAL Famous Negro Movie Star Has Heavy Part in "The Bull's Eye." Greatest Serial Photo-play Yet Produced First Episode Will Be Shown at The Booker Washington Theatre Next Monday, February 11 (Special to The Argus) UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., Feb. 1915. For the first time in the history of the Film Industry a Race Actor is to be featured in the greatest Serial Photography yet produced: "The Bulls Face" produced by the Universal Film Company, featuring the noted Eddie Polo. Noble M. Johnson, the only recognized Race Actor among the leading companies, has been chosen from among thousands at Fairway City as the leading heavy in support to the furious fighting Eddie Polo. Mr. Johnson's recognition as an actor of ability has only been won through hard, persistent efforts; and his rise from an "extra" with the Labin Co., three years ago, to the leading male support of a famous star in the largest film company in the world is a record that not only he but the Race man well be proud of. Mr. Johnson has won his reputation as Race man, being known as such and recognized as such in spite of existing circumstances. This is the first time the Universal Film Company has authorized the use of Noble M. Johnson's name in connection with its productions. "The Bull's Eye," their greatest serial, in 18 episodes, will be released next Monday, Feb. 11, when the first episode will be shown at the Booker Washington Theatre. This serial will without doubt be the greatest drawing card ever released in serial form, as it is one of the riproaring, wild western kind, full of the fearless virile Western manhood kind of action, and led by the famous King of Stunts, Eddie Polo. After much deliberation and careful study to find suitable characters to fit each part, Nobile M. Johnson, regardless of Race, was picked out of the entire thousands at Universal City as the best fitted man for the type to be portrayed. His use as the leading heavy in support to the famous star, Eddie Polo, is a triumph for the Race, as Noble M. Johnson, is a Race man, known as such, and has won his reputation as such under his own name and nationality. Mr. Johnson is not new to the game, having served one year with the Lubin firm and over two years with the Universal, playing in more five reel feature plays than any one actor in the firm. His work in the famous Red Feather series will long be remembered. He was also used in the "Grey Gbgp" serial, and was one of the main characters in the "Red Ace" serial as the Indian, "Little Bear." Start in with him at the Booker Washington Theatre Monday. COMET ODEON 21·t and Market Sts. OPEN ON SUNDAYS ONLY. Special Paramount Features Admission - 10 Cents coal To the Miner dig it To the Producer clean it - distribute it equitably To the Railroads speed it To the Consumer save it NEW MOVIE "THE SILENT MASTER" Produced by Thos. Ince and being positively W. S. Hart's newest play and for the first time shown on Market Street. MONDAY BECAUSE OF THE WOMAN A Triangle Special Production in 7 Reels Also Ham and Budd Comedies SERIALS Tuesdays "WHO IS NUMBER ONE?" Thursdays "VENGEANCE AND THE WOMAN" Fridays "THE HIDDEN HAND" Saturdays "A DAUGHTER OF UNCLE SAM" THE RETINA THEATRE TWENTIETH AND MARKET SPECIAL FEATURES DAILY LATEST SERIAL PHOTOPLAYS ADMISSION FIVE CENTS BOOSTERS WILL ENTERTAIN DRAFTEES TUESDAY Everybody Is welcome To Attend Big Farewell At Keystone Cafe. Everything Free. The Booster will be host, to the drafted boys' at Keystone Cafe, Compton and Lawton Avenues, on Feb. 14th, with a grand jollification meeting. A patriotic programme, and afterwards a bounteous repast will be served to the men who are soon to go to the training eahp. Everything will be absolutely free to drafted class. I-A men. Cards of admission may be secured by draftees seeing Secretary W. Silas Pearance. Plenty of music and fun. Programme starting at 1 p.m. sharp. Don't forget the day or date. Thursday, Feb. 14, 6118. Each draftee will be allowed to bring one person. 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Good Music. 29n S. 20th Street (St. Louis) St. Louis, Mo SUCH PRODUCTIONS AS FOX WOLRD PATHE METRO TRIANGLE VITAGRAPH Including Wm. S. Hart and Douglas Fairbanks "THE SILENT At The Pend ROBERT WARWICK IN 'THE SILENT MASTER' The feature attraction at the Pendleton Theatre, Predleton and Finney Avenues, this Sunday, Feb. 10, will be Robert Warwick, in the great mystery drama, "The Silent Master." This photo-play is a fascinating story of adventure and romance on two continents, ranging from the Paris underworld to fashionable society of New York. "The Silent Master" takes its name from a young man of wealth who forms an alliance for philanthropic purposes with the Apaches of Paris. He brings to a secret tribunal, the Court of St. Simon, powerful and unpersuasive prosecutors of the poor who cannibalize Another special picture coming to the Pendleton Theatre will be "Damaged Goods," which will be shown Friday, Feb. 15. The new edition of "Damaged Goods," certainly one of the world's most successful sociological dramas, produced by the American Film Company and released by the Macmillan Film Corporation, represents the last word in constructive achievement for Richard Bennett, who plays the leading role. The new edition is in seven reels and is superior photographically and dramatically to the original, which was the most popular motion picture drama of a sociological tendency ever produced in this country. As the story of the play runs, George Dupont, a young man of fine conventions, spends a jolly evening with a party of friends on the eve of his wedd INSUR THE RE Sick, Accident and Death H No Better Insurance Home Office: WAINWR OUR SPECIAL SERIAL ATTRACTIONS ranched by laak, and punished them in his own way. Innocently, he introduces to a career of crime the brother of the woman he later meets and loves. Fearing to lose her affection he denies knowing the brother, when he finally discovers the relationship. After marriage the truth is discovered, and the manner in which "The Silent Master" wins back his place in his wife's affections is an absorbing story. The production is spectacular throughout, including numerous magnificent interior scenes, realistic reproductions of Paris haunts, and a panorama of the city as viewed from Montmartre at night. dress and, under the influence of wine, visits a resort in which women are entertainmen. It is not until long afterwards that the young fellow discovers he has, by this act of folly, ruined not only his health but his prospects of marriage, and placed himself in a position with regard to the girl he was to have married which compels him to abandon her. This is the beginning of a dramatic lioness which, once witnessed, can never be forgotten. Deposit is induced by the woman who has ruined him to visit a quick doctor whose ministrations result in complete wrecking of a one time splendid constitution. Mr. Bennett has constructed his play with extraordinary skill. The details of the story are lost sight of in the tremendous motive of it, which overpowers the imagination. ALL THE FAMOUS COMEDIANS, SUCH AS MACK-TENNET-PARAMOUNE TRIANGLE KEYSTONE FOX SUNSHINE CHARLIE CHAPLIN MILLY WEST LONESOME LUKE Is the Same. 5 Cents. Manhattan Car Corner Newstead and Finney A NOW OWNED AND OPERATED BY Robt. Laususe It and Finest for Colored West of New York Class Cabaret and Dancing ORCHESTRA UNDER LEROY SMITH A visit once means that you will call again EVERY WEDNESDAY, SOUVENIR NIGHT PHONES: Lindell 25. 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