St. Louis Argus

The People's Paper The Trade Maker VOL. VL NO. 50 COLORED VOTERS ORGANIZE Meet At Pythian Hall And Draft Resolutions. Plan To Place Negro Candidates Up For Justice and Constable In 4th Dist. A large and enthusiastic meeting of the Colored voters was held at Pythian Hall. Friday night of last week. The meeting was held to hear the report of a committee previously appointed to draft a Declaration of Principles. The following declaration was adopted by unanimous vote. When, in the course of political events, it becomes necessary for a race of people to organize themselves to the end that they may receive their fair share of representation in the councils of the body politic; and in view of the fact that for forty years the party leaders and party candidates have promised fair representation prior to election, only to be elected and then deny it; and in view of the fact that the Negro has in the past been, and is now loyal to the principles as unconcerted by Lincoln, Grant and McKinley; and in view of the further fact that it has been and is now the policy of the American people that taxation without representation is unjust and un-American, and contrary to the spirit of American law; and. Whereas, we believe that the political interests of the Negro voters of the state of Missouri, and the city of St. Louis, will best be served by persons who thoroughly understand and fully appreciate the needs of the Negro people; therefore be it First: To study and consider all political questions, men and measures for which their votes are desired, and to take action thereon as an organized body. Second: To study and consider the political duties and rights of the Negro voters of the city of St. Louis and the Fourth Constabulary District, and perform those duties and exercise those rights without fear or favor. Third: To endorse as an organization only such men and measures as to the majority of its members shall deem best calculated to bring the greatest good to the Negro race and particularly to the Negro voters of the city of St. Louis and the Fourth Constabulary District. Fourth: We pledge our support, our money, our best efforts to the men who, and principles which, will advance the interests of the black man as well as the white man. Fifth: To the end that the above objects may be maintained in their fullness, be it further Resolved, that each voter becoming a member of this organization shall be required to sign a general roster of membership and subscribe to the principles set herein. Committee: R. N. Owens, E. J. Victoria, Wm. H. Robinson J. H. Jones, Wm. H. Matthews, A. W. Lloyd. Many speeches were made, urging the voters of the district to stand together and nominate and elect members of the race to the offices of Justice and Constable in the district. Immediate steps were taken to thoroughly canvass and organize the district. The Fourth District is largely populated by Colored voters, and in the past they have not received a square deal by the powers that be in the district; and the consensus of opinion of the voters is that the only way to obtain the proper recognition is, to offer candidates for the office in the district, backed by an organization of Colored voters. The following officers were elected: Ernest Patillo, president; A. W. Lloyd, 1st vice-president; R. N. Owens 2nd vice-president; Waltham Moore, secretary; H. A. Smith, treasurer; Wm. Cross, Sergeant-at-Arms. A committee on Constitution and Bylaws will report at the next meeting. Alexandria, La., March 12—Dr. Jones the President of the National Baptist Convention while here had a conference with the leaders of this city. He declared that he had never before seen arrangements that surprised those in contemplation for the coming Congress. He was greatly elated. He announced that the Executive Committee of the National Baptist Convention would meet here during the coming session of the Congress. This meeting is composed of the leading ministers in America and will bring to Alexandria a collection of great minds, the greatest in the country. Dr. Jones left for Lake Charles and already arrangements have been made for the entertainment of Henry Allen Boyd the Secretary of the Congress who has consented to visit Pass Christian, New Orleans, Lake Charles, Alexandria and Montrose. It is stated that he may spend one day in Vickaburn. The St. Louis Argus JURY RELEASES PLEASANT GREEN SHOEMAKER ON BAPTIST CHURCH "FENCE" CHARGE BAPTIZING SUNDAY Police Dispose Of Property Belonging To Fred R. Parker, Colored Shoe Man, Before Case Is Settled In Court. Only About Half Of Stock Worth $500 Returned To Him. Fred R. Parker, a Colored shoe maker, with a repair shop at 1017 N. Sarah Street, was found not guilty by a jury in Judge Miller's court on March 20, on the charge of buying stolen property. Parker was arrested on Dec. 20, by policemen who claimed he was conducting a "fence" for leather thieves. Although they identified thirty-one and one half pairs of shoe soles as the object of their search, they practically cleaned out the place, taking about 5000 worth of goods he says. The arrest was made at the instigation of their International Shoe and Leather Co. Parker says he had been buying from jobbing houses and individual jobbers. After he was discharged he was given an order for his property. Police Dispose Of Goods When he applied at the sheriff's office for the goods, taken by the police, he was informed that only one and one half pair of soles, the only evidence produced in court, was in possession of that office, the other being held at the police station. At the police station, it was learned that only about half of the material was there, the balance had been released to claimants. It seems that the police exceeded their authority and gave, up the goods before the case was heard in court. It is stated that Parker's attorney has demanded the stock be secured and returned or a law suit involving the shoe firm will be instituted. Y. M. C. A. EASTER SERVICE A meeting of all the members of the Y. M. C. A., is called Sunday afternoon at 5 p.m. The meeting will take the form of a brief Easter service with a short address and music after which some matters of immediate importance will be discussed. The meeting will be held at the Old Building of the Y. M. C. A., 2702 Lawton Ave. According to the plan as worked out by the captains Saturday, March 26, is the day for the reports of all the teams and each Saturday from now until June 9th, the teams will report. The teams are working in preparation on the big drive which ends June 9th. The next big meeting of the Y. M. C. A., is announced for April 14th. The Y. M. C. A. Bible class under Father Clark will meet Thursday night af 5:30. For six consecutive Thursday nights will discuss the "Life of Christ." AMERICAN WOODMEN PARLOB SOCIAL The American Woodmen stormed the residence of Commander Edw. H. Anderson, 4012 West Belle Place, Menday night, March 18, 1918. Two hundred Woodmen and fifty guests were present at the first Parkton Social of the neighbors. There were games of all kinds, edibles and a unique program. The daintiness of the season were served by the Gélden Rule Club of Camp 9 A. W. The following program was rendered. Miss Melba Bass, vocal solo. . . . Miss Werner Dixon, instrumental solo. Mr. H. Gillman recited his famous declamation, "Casey at the Bat." Mr. Frank Warfield, clerk of Camp 12. was the pianist. Commander Edw. H. Anderson, remarks. Major General J. H. Kent was present in his full uniform and gave much impetus to the occasion and his remarks will not soon be forgotten. And to the surprise of every person present 15 new neighbors were added to the already growing host. I am sure no one present can forget the pleasant look and the pleasing and attractive manner in which the neighbors and guest were treated by the good, kind and quenely hostess, Mrs. Bessie. Anderson, the wife of our commander. May they live long to enjoy the blessings in store for the good. The committee wishes to extend their thanks to one and all. Mrs. Stella Mayfield, president; Miss Annie White, vice-president; Miss Annie B. Pickens, secretary; Mrs. Lena Chambers, assistant secretary; Mrs. Rosa Robinson, treasurer. Board of Directors: Mrs. Nancy Wallace, Ellen Harper, Dora Harland, Emma. White. Edw. H. Anderson, Commander. J. W. Broanaugh, Clerk. THOS. J. GALLOWAY SPEAKS HERE APR. 11 Thomas J. Calloway, of New York City, will deliver an address on the "Colored Soldiers in Training Camp," at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, Garrison and Lucas, Thursday, April 11, at 8 p.m. The address will be illustrated with slides showing pictures taken under special government permit. Mr. Calloway is a representative of "The Crisis," which is the organ of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. An admission price of 10 cents will be charged. Published In The Interest Of Colored People Rev. J. K. Parker Will Immere One Hundred and Twenty-five, Converts In The Mississippi River, At The Foot Of Franklin Avenue At 10:30 A. M. Rev. J. K. Parker, pastor of Pleasant Green Baptist Church will close a successful revival of several weeks, Easter Sunday. During the protracted services there have been more than 200 members added to the church, 125 of whom will be baptized Sunday morning in the Mississippi River, at the foot of Franklin Ave., at 10:30. A. W. Rev. Parker is a most energetic and enthusiastic minister and has done a great work through the aid of the Divine Spirit. He has served Pleasant Green Church for thirteen-successful years. On Easter there will be morning services from 5 to 8 a.m., at the church; baptizing at 10:30; The Hand of Fellowship at 3 p.m. Covenant meeting will be continued Monday night. N. A. A. C. P. PROTESTS AGAINST LYNCHING New York City, March 18.—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People today sent to Governor R. G. Pleasant of Louisiana a telegram of protest against the lynching of a Negro in the Court House yard at Monroe, La., on March 15. The Association's telegram calls attention to the fact, that this is the third protest which it has been compelled to make against lynchings in Louisiana within the last six weeks involving altogether five Negroes lynched on three separate occasions and that, no reply to the Association's previous request for information or public statement as to Louisiana's attitude toward these lynchings had been made by Governor Pleasant. Similar telegrams were sent to the Chambers of Commerce of New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport and Monroe. COUNCIL OF DEFENSE MONTHLY MEETING. EVERYBODY WELCOME ST. Paul, A. M. E. Church The regular monthly meeting of the Colored Women's Unit, Council of National Defense will be held Thursday, April 4th, at 8 p.m. at St. Paul A. M. E. Church. Hear the reports of work done. Plans for new work and launch of the Patriotic Week Program. Many other important items will be considered. The heads of all organizations, fraternal, religious, social, are requested to take this announcement as a personal notice and be present as finance will not permit sending notices to each individual. Colored girls are now employed as elevator operators and "bellhops" at the Hamilton Hotel, Hamilton and Maple Avenue. The Hamilton is the second hotel in St. Louis to employ Colored elevator girls, the Plaza, at 3306 Olive, having started the innovation several months ago. The girls are giving good satisfaction. EASTER AT ALL SAINTS' EPISCO- PAL CHURCH Holy communion at 6.8, and 11 a.m. At the 11 o'clock service the Rector, Father D. R. Clark, will preach, the choir will sing Merbecke's Communion Service, composed in 1550 A.D. This mass is very solemn and churchly. At 8 p.m. the right Rev. Daniel S. Tuttle, Bishop of Missouri, will preach and administer, the Sagreement of Confirmation to a large class to be presented by the Rector. There will also be a dedication of the Flag. Special music by the choir under Prof. Elmer Keeton. Each services will begin according to the clock which will be set back one hour Sunday morning by act of Converse. MOVE YOUR CLOCK ONE HOUR AHEAD SATURDAY NIGHT New Daylight Saving Law, Passed By Congress, Goes Into Effect Easter Morning. You Must Comply If You Want To Be "On Time." "Whereas, the Congress of the United States, has adopted measures for daylight-saving during the summer months by setting the clocks of the nation ahead one hour on the morning of March 31, and whereas the City of St. Louis should adapt itself to the change in time with the least possible confusion; therefore, I, Henry W. Kiel, May of the City of St. Louis, do hereby announce that the designated hour for the change of time is 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 31, 1918, and all citizens are hereby requested to make the necessary adjustments in their homes and places of business." The above request issued by Mayor Kiel, this week, serves notice to St. Louisians that a new style of camouflage will be in vogue in the entire country beginning Easter morning. When we get ready to retire Saturday night we are to move the hands of our clocks ahead one hour. If it is 10 p.m. we are to make it 11 and thereafter, until we move them back October 1st. we are to fool ourselves into believing it is one hour later than it really is. The trouble is, we have been sleeping too late in the morning and losing too much good daylight. Now we will get up nearer sunrise, transact our usual day's routine of duties, have an hour longer for recreation, secure and gardening before dark. If we have been quitting our work at 5 p.m., we will continue to do so, by the clock, but it will be just one hour farther away from sundown. We who have been depending upon the alarm clock to wake us up will never notice the difference, if we go to bed on time, but the poor fellow who "just naturally gets up on time," will find himself one hour late when he starts to work Monday unless he winds up the little bell on his timetable. The new National time will have no effect on the farmer for he, "gets up and goes to bed with the chickens." A wayhow. The real object of the new law is to provide a universal saving of one hour's fuel and light each day. Everybody must comply with the time if they expect to be "on time," so be sure and move your clock ahead one hour before you go to bed Saturday night. BEAUTIFUL IDLEWILD BEAUTIFUL IDLEWILD Representative Arrives In St. Louis To Start Spring Campaign W. M. Lemon, manager of the Idlewild Resort Co. has arrived in St. Louis to start the spring campaign. Already more than fifty prominent citizens of this city have secured beautiful lots in Idlewild, and in the near future the St. Lois Idlewild club will be organized. Mr. Lemon has brought some exceptionally choice locations with him, among them being some elegant sites near the proposed golf links. He says, "Now is the time to investigate this wonderful proposition, secure your lots and become a charter member of the club." Mr. Lemon will be pleased to meet lot owners and any one who may be interested, at the St. Louis office of the Idlewild Resort Co. At the present time these lots are selling for only $24.50 on payments of only $1 per week. Prospects may phone Central 9715-L. Bomont 1353-W or write Idlewild Resort Co. 623 N. Leffingwell Ave., for illustrated booklet, free. TESTIMONIAL: To the Idlewild Resort Company, Located at Idlewild, Michigan, Lake County. Gentlemen:: It is a great pleasure to me to have the opportunity of expressing my opinion of Idlewild. It is a fond dream realized and words are inadequate for me to attempt to describe nature's beauty in that beautiful landscape known as Idlewild. One might think at a fairy tale, therefore, my advice to all who are not interested is to get busy and become interested, it is an opportunity of our people's life. First become a real land owner and second to build a real Negro City owned and controlled by the race. I am a lot owner and I don't know how to express my gratitude to my friend, Hon. Benuregard F. Mosely, one of Chicago's leading race attorneys who told me about Idlewild and I followed his advice and purchased two beautiful lots, and expect to purchase more in the near future because I consider it a splendid investment. Yours truly, Wm. H. Fields, National Grand Master A. U. K. and D. of A. Headquarters, St. Louis, Missouri. Sir Brassfeld of Kanzas City, Moa will accompany Grand Commander Mocley to St. Louis and will be a distinguished guest of the Knights Tem- Federal Jurist Announced Decision On St. Louis Case, Monday, Agreed To By City Through Counselor's Office JUDGE D. P. DYER A temporary injunction, issued more than a year ago by Federal Judge D. P. Dyer, forbidding the city of St. Louis putting into effect the Negro segregation ordinances which were adopted in a special election, the male permanent by Judge Dyer Monday morning. The city, through the City Counselor's office, agreed to this action. The injunction suit was never argued in the Federal Court here, it having been agreed that action upon it would depend upon the decision of the United States Supreme Court in the case of the Louisville (KY.) Negro residence segregation ordinances with reference to which a suit to test their constitutionality was pending in the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court, ruled last November that these ordinances were unconstitutional. In view of the fact that the St. Louis ordinances were practically identical with the Louisville ordinances, it was agreed that the city should be permanently enjoined from enforcing them. Austin, Texas.—By a recent vote of the legislators, the ballot is given to the women citizens of the state. The women will pay poll, tax after 1918. Added to 14,000 Colored men voters, will come at least 150,000 Colored women. Just as the Colored woman has made herself a factor in the educational and religious affairs of the race, she will forge into prominence as a political factor with which all who come hereafter will have to reckon. HAS 14 SONS SERVING IN UNITED STATES ARMY (Special to The New York Age) Greeffsboro, N. C.—George Borden, Colored, of this city, has furnished sons to the war in the sum of nearly two squads. He is the father of thirty-five children, twenty-seven of them living and fourteen in the United States Army either in this country or in France. He has been married three times and on four occasions has been the father of quadruplets—a world's record. DELANY LEADS Delany school went "over the top" last week, by paying into the treasury of the Junior Red Cross Society, a.s.sm equivalent to twenty-five cents for every child enrolled in the school, and thus becoming a member of that organization. The school is now ready to enter into all of the Junior Red Cross activities. JUDGE DYER'S FAMOUS DECISION The following is a part of Judge Pyer's famous decision, granting a temporary injunction, April 17, 1916: "Negroes do not ask for equality; whites do not ask for it; the Negroes only ask to have the same privileges as others have, the same rights under the law as others have. The plaintiffs are Negroes born in the United States; they are taxpayers of the City of St. Louis by virtue of which they are entitled under the Constitution to the same legal rights as any white, native born, or any foreign born naturalized citizen of the United States. I would not be doing my duty if I hesitated to deal our legal justice to every one alike. "I shall grant here a temporary injunction restraining the enforcement of these ordinances, and I only say temporary for the reason that it has been stated that there is a case involving a like question now before, the Supreme Court of the United States. I will make this injunction temporary; otherwise but, for the pendency of that case I would make it permanent." The first grand hand concert of the season will be given by the First Regiment Band of Missouri, at the Pythian Hall, 3137 Pine St. Easter Sunday, beginning at 3:15. The admission will only be 10 cents. Although a series of these concerts have been planned, several of the boys may not be able to participate in them very long as they have been placed in Class 1, for the next draft and may be called at any time; therefore, they are anxious that their friends attend Sunday and hear them while their membership is still intact. WOMAN PREACHER AT METROPOLITAN Rev. Mrs. M. J. Hall, is the wonderful woman preacher who is sweeping things at Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church, Garrison and Lucas Aves. She will conduct these series of meetings for two weeks. Come and hear this wonderful young woman. If you come once you will come again. Come early if you wish a good seat, as great crowds follow her. WEATHER PREDICTIONS By C. F. Collinis, Mentalist For St. Louis and vicinity: Friday, fair and mild, rain probably. Saturday, Sunday and Monday, fair- generally pold. Not much change in temperature. An Exponent Of Truth and Justice PRICE 5 CENTS NEGROES DESERVE JUSTICE Treatment Of Our Citizens Of African Descent, Blackest Page In Our National History, Says Mrs. Howard Gould. WHY SHE SUPPORTED BEVERDY RANSOM New York City.—A great deal of comment, has been caused by Mrs. Howard Gould's gattustastic advocacy of the election of the Rev. Beverley Ransom in the resent New York campaign for congress. This natural woman of culture, wealth and refinement, who is an active Suffragett, made speeches for Dr. Ransom and urged the Colored people to stand unitedly behind him. Dr. Ransom did not receive enough signatures, because of his late entry into the campaign to have his name placed upon the regular bullet. "He, however, ran independently and his name having to be written in, has received only 300 copies. Mrs. Gould's appearance and earnest speech at a mass meeting in Zion Church, on the eve of the election, in favor of Dr. Ransom's candidacy created quite a sensation. Prompted by Conscience Interviewed by a reporter, Mrs. Gould made the following statements: "I am afraid I can hardly explain in terms that will cherry conviction, Frankly, I merely astell in record with the deepest and most sincere promptage of my conscience. When I tell you that I am a Southern woman, a Commons of Clamonsville, N. C., you will understand that I have no theories of race equality to exploit. "I want to see the Negro in American get simple justice and an opportunity to develop his possibilities for good and useful citizenship. To my mind the blackest page in our national history is our treatment of our citizens of African descent. It sickens me to the soul to read frightful accounts of Negro lynchings in the south for supposed offences which a white man might commit with impunity. "I have watched with a sad heart the suppression of Negro men and women in the Southern states, and in many instances my recent visit to certain sections of the South brought tears to my eyes. The lack of educational opportunities and the scant political recognition is no less than appalling. I do believe that the Negro's only hope in galaling, full citizenship and recognition as a man rests in his political representation through the members of his own race. This is no less than if they would only realize their power, co-operate and concentrate their efforts in a common cause. I am aware of this defeat, and it is my mission to end every aid, influence and effect in securing their rights, and to create a true feeling of democracy for the large mass of people. The Negro is such an elementary part of our daily life that there can be no excuse for overlooking his welfare." Fairness of Demand Mrs. Gould said she did not know the candidate at all well. She had first seen a statement of his platform and had been impressed with the fairness of the demands of a section where there are more Negroes than anywhere else in like area, in the world for representation in Congress. Lynchings Soul Sickening Mrs. Gould continued: "As I have said before, it sickens me to the soil to read frightful accounts of Negro lynchings in the South for supposed offenses which a white man might commit with impunity. "It is worth remembering that the bogy of racial equality has two sides to it. In my studies of the problem, and I have lived in the South and known it as only a Southerner can, I have found that there are more white men ready to break down race lines and cohabit with black women than there are black women desirious of living with white men." Equal Educational Chances "I see no reason why the South should not give the Colored children equal advantage to acquire an education as the white children. It is a short-sighted policy to follow any other plan if our country is to be raised to its highest power." Masons of High Degree Will Observe Easter Day First Time To Conduct Public Ceremony See Pages Three And Seven This Edition THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS PROF. LEE, NEW PRESIDENT OF LINCOLN INSTITUTE Prof. Lee, the newly appointed president of Lincoln Institute, arrived at the capital Saturday and has taken up the duties of the office at the Colored State school. Prof. Lee, when interviewed by the Argus correspondent, make a statement regarding his plans concerning the Institute. He impressed the writer as a man of great moral power and much is expected of him in the future. His appointment should be a boon to the school. Private Chas. Keese, Co. B. 349 Machuro Gun, stopped over Monday and paid the Argus office a visit. He says: "All goes well at 'Camp Funston.' ... Rev. Jno. Goin's has resigned from the Second Baptist Church to be grand secretary of the Missouri Baptist Association, with headquarters at Kansas City... Mrs. Belle Davis died Saturday at Cedar City. She leaves a husband and son and host of friends to mourn their loss... Mrs. Leona Graur is confined to her bed with La Gripe... Mr. J. G. Brown has returned from the Old Soldiers' Home. He is very active at the age of 80... Rev. Henry Botts, of Booville, preached at the Second Baptist Church last Sunday... Rev. R. T. Riley, of Osage passed through Monday from Scott; whate- Lane, of Marshall, was in the city last week on business.....Mr. Alex Couben passed through Saturday with a motor party from Tulsa, Okla., en route to Jackson, Ky......Frank Abbington has a new mail pouch, and has added a few extra trips between the Post Office and the Auditors.....Rish Jamison is at the Library, John Moore at the Public Service Com. Office and Henry Young and Alex Slater in the Secretary at State's Office.....Sergt. A. Okes who was on the sick list, is recovering.... We expect to have a crack-a-jack ball team this season and will give full details in this column later...."When Sambo Goes To France," is the rage here now. It looks like Tom Turpin will be sent for next....A reception was given Monday night by Mrs. Eva Carter to the Evangelist, Mrs. Hall. She will be in St. Louis....If you want to know what is doing, Read the Argus. Among the visitors to the Argus office the past week were: The old crew that worked with the writer; L. Rohan, chef; Cathel, Sec.; Johnson and Wilson, waiters and J. W. Pitten, steward Also, Julius Clark, Professors Harris and Berling. Quite a number attended the funeral of Mr. Geo. Lace at Jackson last Thursday. Among the many beautiful floral offerings was a huge bouquet of white carnations from the community club of this city....The musicia given at the A. M. E. Church was a meritorious one....The duet by Misses F. B. Nichols and M. E. Hicks and the double quartette were worthy of special mealton. Amount cleared was $34.89. For which Prof. O. O. Nance and his corps of teachers wish to thank the public....Sunday services were enjoyed all day. The Knights of Phythias held their annual sermon at the A. M. E. Church, Sunday, Rev. S. B. Anderson officiating... Mrs. A. E. Alexander, Messrs. W. Freeman and C. P. Jackson who are ill are much improved... Rev. J. W. North and members have putchased a new piano for the C. M. E. Church... Mrs. W. Carter, teacher of Wheatley School dismissed school Monday and Tuesday on 'account of illness... Mrs. J. J. Redmond is indisposed... The Women's Home Mission Circle held an interesting meeting at C. M. E. Church. An excellent paper was read by Mrs. Lula Thomas, subject, "Why I Am a Missionary." Mrs. J. W. Burke, president; Mrs. Gertrude Pendleton, secretary; Rev. S. B. Anderson has returned from Jackson, Mo., where he conducted the funeral of Mr. Geo. Lacy, a soldier who died at Camp Houston... Mrs. Victor Clay-Halley, of St. Louis, will lecture at the A. M. E. Church April 5 instead of March 22 as previously stated in the Argus AGENTS WANTED—To sell the lastest Patriotic Negro Song Hit, "When Sambo Goes To France," composed by Tom Turpin. - Price 25 cents. Sent to agents for half price, postpaid. 2335 Market St., St. Louis, Mo. ...Mrs. J. H. North was the guest of the Argus reporter last week.... Messrs. J. W. Taylor, H. Y. Jones, J. Wesley and C. Carpenter visited Mr. C. P. Jackson, Sunday....Mrs. Gertrude Pedhillon is an annual subscriber to the Argus Mr. Silas J. Miller, of Kansas City. Mo. is visiting his sister, Mrs. Sarah Robinson, of this city.....Rev. C. S. Bowman, pastor of the A. M. E. Church preached an excellent sermon Sunday morning from Revelation, 7th chapter, 15th verse.....Mr. Herbert Robinson and his mother are on the sick list.... Mrs. Goins, of St. Louis, Mo. is visiting Mrs. S. Robinson, of this city. Regardless of the high cost of living and the scarcity of things we have, measles, mumps and smallpox galore. . . Mr. Walter Matthias is at home from Camp Funston looking "spick and spam" in his uniform and is enjoying a furlough which will last quite a few days. . . Miss Augustine Swink, of St. Louis, visited relatives here Sunday. . . Prof. Wise and Mr. and Mrs. Percy Swink, of Bonne Terre attended the Pythian and Calanthenan anniversary Sunday. . . Mr. Arthur Cayce, of Potoni, Mo., was the guest of Mr. Scott Cole the first of the week. . . Mesdames Mahalia Madisde and Katie Hunt en Uncle Sam Needs Our Men. Let the "PORO" SYSTEM Take Care Of You "PORO" HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Pierantis Duralo Paterson MISSOURI FOR DANDRUFF, FALLING HAIR, ITCHING SCALP, GIVING LIFE, BEAUTY, COLOR AND ABUNDANT GROWTH PRICE 50 CENTS "PORO" COLLEGE COMPANY Saint Louis, MO Dept. Y By Ty Cobb OUTFIT consists of one Durham Duplex Domino Razor with white American safety guard, stroping attachment and Durham Duplex Blade, packed in a present and leather Kit. GET IT FROM YOUR DEALER OR FROM US. Every reader of this paper may secure THE $5. DURHAM DUPLEX DOMINO RAZOR FOR $1. DURING THE LIFE OF THIS ADVERTISMENT DURHAM DUPLEX RAZOR CO. JERSEY CITY, N.J. CAPE GIRABDEAU, MO. WILLIAM C. BURTON Packing, Shipping and Storage. Light and Heavy Hauling and Second-Hand Goods 14 N. CHANNING AVE 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. FRY'S Busy Cut Rate Drug Store Service. Our Motto We Deliver the Goods EWING and MARKET ST. Central 5298. Standard Life Insurance Co. HOME OFFICE: ATLANTA, GA. Capital Fully Paid $125,000.00 The only Old line Legal Reserve Life Insurance Company owned and operated entirely by Colored People. Not Fraternal, nor Assessment, nor Industrial. Insurance in force over $4,000,000. Branch Offices In Missouri 2363 Market St., St. Louis T. A. Dickson, Agency Director 1615 E. 18th St., Kansas City, Stewart & Smith, Agency Directors. ST. CHARLES, MO. FARMINGTON, MO. and Mrs. James Cayce are comfortably situated in their new home...Mrs. joyed Sunday at Bonne Terre...Mr. Alice Powers, of St. Louis, is the guest of homefolks...Mrs. Chas. Baker has been among the ill of the week...Mr. Floyd Kennedy is at home for recuperation...Miss Eda Harris has recovered from a recent illness...Mrs. Rebecca Bridges is suffering from rheumatism so much that she is unable to be at her usual location. Lester will be appropriately observed by both teachers. Bert. H. McKenzie and congregation are busy preparing for conference...Mr. Lewis Murphy returned to Crystal City Monday...Mr. James Robinson, Sr. went to Iron Mountain Lake on a fishing expedition. ...Mr. Wm. Baker had the misfortune to have his left hand badly bruised while drawing ice at Schramm's plant Monday...Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Murphy visited at Coffman last week. Mr. Gabriel Cayce has been quite ill at his home in East Farmington...Mr. Jesko Kohn of Herculaneum was the guest of his sister-in-law, Mrs. Rossi Madison, Sunday...Room No. 2, of Douglass School was dismissed Wednesday on account of illness in the principal's home...Miss Edith O. Cayce, principal of the school at Mineral Point enjoyed Sunday with homefolks...Mr. Moses Cayce of St. Louis attended to business here the first of the week...Mr. Sylvester Swink, of Coffman, visited here Sunday...Mrs. Esther Williams is confined to her bed now and is quite ill...Mrs. Charlotte Clay treads to the out door after a very serious illness. JACKSONVILLE, ILL. Mr. Clayborne Shelby, agent for the Clover Leaf, at Louisiana, Mo., is in the city on business....The Mr. Emory Baptist church choir, of which Mr. Eugene Hayden is president, gave a social Tuesday evening. Mr. Shelby was an honored guest—Mrs. Clara Moore, who has been with her daughter, Mrs. Nina Robinson, on S. Clay Ave., has returned to her home in Pittsfield....Rev. Cozy Britton preached at McAbe M. E. Church Sunday morning to the delight and inspiration of a good congregation....Mr. Emmett Wright was a Louisiana, Mo., visitor last week....Little Dorothy Brown and Mr. Blue are improved....The funeral of Mrs. Vaughan held at the Second Baptist Church with Rev. DeWitt in charge. Rev. E. L. Seruggs assisted....Mr. Hayward was a business visitor to St. Louis this week....All of the churches are preparing for Easter....Mrs. Athelne Jenkins Wagner, of California, is in the city being called here on account of the death of her uncle, Oswald Jenkins....Dr. Keenibrew, proprietor of the New Home Sanatorium, is building an addition to his hospital....The North End Social Club met Wednesday with Mrs. Abby Strong on Ashland Ave., as hostess....Registration of women was held Saturday and will continue till Saturday....Mrs. Meadows and Mrs. Strong are the registrants. WEBSTER GROVES, MO. Mrs. Leola Laird. There will be Easter exercises at the different churches. April 5 a musical entertainment and lecture at Douglass School by members of the Mothers' Club and Council of Defense. Admission 5 and 10e...Miss Naomi Williams and Mrs. Jesse E. Williams spent last Monday in St. Charles visiting friends and relatives of Mr. Williams. Mr. Williams departed Thursday, March 21, for Camp Funston, where he volunteered for service and was accepted as an automobile mechanic. We wish him much success...Mrs. J. C. Wilkins of Terrell, Tenn., arrived last Saturday to spend 10 days with relatives. While here she will be the guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. Walker and Mr. and Mrs. Nathaniel McCall. Mrs. Wilkins is a sister of Mrs. Righ Walker and Mr. N. McCall...Mr. Dave Wilkins, of Terrell, Tenn., was a guest of Mrs. Jessie Gleason, of Lenox Place last Sunday...Mrs. Albert Orsborn and son, Frank, spent Sunday at Union with her mother-in-law, Mrs. Sarah Orsborn...Mrs. Belle Reed spent a few days with Mrs. Sarah Johnson last week, having arrived from Jersey City, N. 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STAMPS. STENCILS & METAL CHECKS. FACTORS 2 & WALKTHROUGH. Boston, MA 02105. (617) 284-7847 The L. Erdle Bakery & MASONS OF HIGH DEGREE WILL OBSERVE EASTER Lamb Feast And Rekindling Of Symbolic Lights By Scottish Rite Branch. Gorgeous Procession Of Four Commanderies Of Knight Templars Will Escort Grand Commandery To St. Paul Church GRAND OFFICERS MOSELY AND BRASSFIELD IN CITY GRAND OFFICERS MOSELY AND BRASSFIELD IN CITY Doric Chapter, Rose Croix 29, A. A. Scottish Rite Masons Will Conduct Public Services At St. James A. M. E. Church, Easter, At Six O'clock A. M. Knights Templars To Render An Interesting Progam At St. Paul A. M. E. Church At Two O'clock P. M. The Scottish Rite. Masons' Easter Services will be observed at 6 a. m. Sunday, at St. James' A. M. E. Church, Pendleton and St. Ferdinand Avenues, under the auspices of Eureka Constistory 29. A custom of this rite for centuries is to observe this day, during the Feast of the Passover, and wherever two of this rite be found they join together in their devotion to the Supreme Rule for His divine guidance for all the good things that have been the lot of mankind to enjoy during the past twelve months, and every true knight of the Rose Croix wishes and prays that no family of the rite may be in want during the year, that a plentiful harvest may be gathered and all may be given their portion in their harvesting of the unlimited crops. In the lighting of the symbolic candles on Maunday (Holy Thursday) in their temple was to illuminate the love of life eternal; to give vent to those who have enjoyed the fruits of their labor, and blessed with health. These candles are typical of Him-who-said, "I am all in all." During these services among the Scottish Rite of Freemasonry throughout the world, they meet everyone with a pleasant greeting, glad to see and know that about them, men have learned through the teachings of Masonry the world is made better; that there will always be a chance in this life for those who give freely of themselves, for the cause of humanity to rise to stations of honor. The extinguishing of the candles tells the story common-to all mankind—that your own light shall one day go out, and all that was is now blank into which space nothing can ever again be re-written. All true followers of these rites see through the extinguishing of them the going of their brother knights, who have left them for the scenes of that unknown shore. The re-lighting of the synagogue lights in the sublime service Easter morning tells the story that there is something in the resurrection of life; and the hope of a future reward for those who have kept the faith in God, the "King of kings, Lord of lords." Eureka Consistory has never failed to hold these religious services during its whole existence. This year will be more memorable than ever, on account of the war having called so many from their peaceful pursuits. Thousands of Masons have been drafted. The general feeling and teachings among Masons everywhere is, the same on this day. The public for once will have the privilege of witnessing these exercises at this time, which have always been secretly held. An impressive program will be rendered and Illustrated W. H. Peck, D.D., $32^{*}$, will deliver the sermon. ____ P. SIR W. A. ASHLEY, 32* Eminent Grand Prelate of the Grand Commandery Knights Templar Past Grand, Captain General, Past Eminent Commander of Tucan Commandery No. 12, Sir Ashley is a jurist on Templar Litany and a most inspiring orator in the performance of the ceremonial rites of the sublime degrees of Masonry. He is programmed to conduct the Knights Templar services at St. Paul Church Sunday afternoon. FOUR COMMANDERIEM KNIGHTS TEMPLARS GO TO ST. PAUL A. M. K. CHURCH Western Star, Onward, Tuscan and Mt. Calvary Commanderies of the Knights Tomlar will observe their Easter day services at St. Paul A. M. E. Church, Leffingwell and Lawton, at 2 o'clock. The services will be under the supervision of Sir Wash Ashley, assisted by the Past Grand High Priest, Sir Geo. Broomfield. Sir W. G. Johnson will preach the annual sermon. + + + + + + + And Rekindling Commanderies Of K CERS MOSELY SSFIELD IN CITY Croix 29, A. A. Scottish All Conduct Public Services M. E. Church, Easter, At M. Knights Templars To resting Progam At St. Paul At Two O'clock P. M. Right Eminent Grand Commander Sir W. G. Moseley of Kansas City, Mo., has sent a special message to the commanderies, through his deputy Sir Bradbury, that they could expect his presence at the Easter services. The principal address will be made by Sir Moseley. The United Grand Commander of Missouri will also be present to welcome their chief executive and to participate in the exercises. The following named knights comprise the grand body: W. G. Moseley, Rt. E. G. C.; I. H. Bradbury, Dist. D. E. G. C.; G. W. Lewis, grand general; Clay Brassfield, grand captain general; Wash Ashield, grand prelate; R. A. James, acting senior warden; Jno. C. Feugh, acting junior warden; G. W. McKinon, acting treasurer; James T. Cannon, grand recorder; John Childers, standard bearer; Samuel Morgan, sword bearer; T. A. Marshall, grand warden, Langston Harrison, sentinel; J. L. Henderson, senior inspector. LINE OF MARCH Will leave Hall, 3619. Easton, at 1 o'clock to Grand Ave., south on Grand to Lawton, cast on Lawton to Leflingwey; leaving the church will move cast on Lawton to 2nd, north on 2nd to east, west on Pine to Channing, north on Channing to Cook, west on Cook to Grand, north on Grand to Easton, west on Easton to hail. 19 ILL. I. H. BEADBURY, 52* District Deputy, Right Eminent Grand Commander First District of Missouri There are more graduates from the University of Hard Knocks than any institution in the world. And when 'Who's Who' is compiled its graduates will rank far above those present. True enough Sir Bradbury has fully compiled with the requirements of Lincoln Institute, where he was graduated, after completing the Teachers' Professional Course of study and was benefited by the theoretical training; his success and deeper knowledge came from the University of Hard Knocks. He has worked hard and long and arrived solely on his own effort and ingenuity. Sir Bradbury has been identified with virtually every civic movement, that concerns his race and in many instances has been the prime mover and supporter. Among the many honors that have come to him are the beautiful Masonic emblems, representing each branch, that were given him by Jas. McKelvey, Director of Public Safety of the City of St Louis. Sir Bradbury holds the position as City Inspector of the Sanitary Division, being the first Colored man to serve in that capacity. As captain of Team 18 of the Y. M. C. A. campaign, tangible results are expected. He is working effectively to keep alive a certain amount of enthusiasm in the commanderies of the 1st District of which he is deputy. Sir Bradbury is conspicuous in the following branches: Past Master of J. G. Johnson No. 30; A. F. & A. M. High Priest St. John Chapter No. 1, R. A. M. Eminent Commander of Western Star Commandery No. 1, K. T. Past Illustrious Grand Potentate Medinah Temple No. 39, Mystic Shrine, Eureka Comistory No. 29, A. A. Scottish Rite Masones, Grand Lecturer of R. A. M. of Missouri, Grand Junior Warden, Grand Lodge of Missouri, Special Deputy of Grand Lodge, Imperial Deputy of Shriners. He is a member of St. Paul A. M. E. Chureh, chairman precinct organization, Missouri Negro Republican League Club. THE BOSTON EDITOR ILL. GEORGE BROOMFIELD, 32° Past Grand High Priest Missouri Jurisdiction Mention of the name of Sir Broomfield in the State of Missouri brings to the mind's eye the picture of a human encyclopedia on the subject of Royal Arch Masonry. It is the general opinion of the craft of the lower and upper branches that Illustrous Broomfield has no peen in his specific line of masonry. He will ably assist Grand Prelate Ashley in the performance of the Templar vice Laster Sunday. He is Past Master of Lone Star Lodge of A. F. and A. M. Past High Priest of Farwest Royal Arch Chapter; Past Eminent commander of Tuscan Commandery, Knights Templar, Past Potentate of Medinah Temple 39. A. E. A. O. Nobles of Mystic Stirne and of Eureka Consistory No. 29. Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Masus. JOHN C. FEUGH 33° JOHN C. FEUGH, 33° Acting Grand Junior Warden, Grand Commandery Past Master Future Great Lodge A. F. & A. M., Past High Priest Progress Chapter, Royal Arch Masons, Past Ement Commander, Oaward Commandery; District Deputy High Priest; First District of Missouri. Illustrious Feng conversant upon all the finer points touching Masonry and is completely able to vindicate almost any difficult subject. As deputy he is a tireless worker and the number of companions are rapidly increasing under his administration and the chapters of his jurisdiction are on the upward march. [Image of a man in traditional Japanese attire, holding a sword]. SIR G. WASHINGTON LEWIS Master of Ceremony Knights Templar Easter Services On account of some inadvertence Sir Lewis' name does not appear on the printed program of the Knights Templar exercises, as master of ceremonies. However, Sir Lewis is too optimistic to brood over trivial affairs. He will be master of the occasion at St. Paul church, Sunday afternoon. He is Worshipful Master of Lone Star Lodge No. 2, A. F. & A. M., High Priest of Far West Chapter No. 2, K. A. M., Past E. C. and Treasurer of Tucan Commandery No. 12, K. T., Director and Assistant secretary Negro Masonic Hall Association, Royal Patron Adah Star Chapter No. 12, O. E. S., Member of Twelve Knights, Ostende Social, Boosters and Auto Drivers Club. --- ights By Scottish Will Escort Gra v Scottish Rite cort Grand Com SIR AND ILL. JAS. F. CANNON. 33* SIR AND ILL. JAS. T. CANNON, 33° Recorder of the Grand Commandery For 24 years Illustrious Cannon has been a member and active worker in Masonic craftsmanship. He is Past Master, of Onward Lodge No. 17, A. F. tion A. A. Scotti & A. M., Past High Priest of King Solo- mon Chapter No. 38. Royal-Arch Mas- sons and present secretary of that body; souri; Grand Regi Past Eminent Commander of Western Chapter. Royal-Ar SIR W. G. MO Right Eminent Grand ed Grand Commander Templar of SIR W. G. MOSELEY 33° Right Eminent Grand Commander Unit- ed Grand Commandery, Knights Templar of Missouri M. Rt. E. C. Willis D. Moseley, of Kansas City, the grand commander of the Knjights Templar of Missouri, has been the executive head of that, branch of Masonry for four consecutive years. Through his efforts, knighthood among the Masons of Missouri is the greatest 1 The above sketch presents a quiet and unassuming character, Sir G. W. McDonald. 'Unfortunately his vocation takes him from the intermingling with his brethren, and, though he can not enjoy their social intercourse he is popular with them and is generally liked. He is a man of sound views and equable temperament and is duly interested in religion and Free Masonry and all vital questions of social and civic importance. He holds trustworthy position with the Pullman Co., and is doubtful whether or not he will be in the city Easter. Whatever is the condition he will worship with his brethren in spirit and in truth on that day. Sir McDonald is a member of True Blue Lodge, A. F. & A. M., St. John Chapter R. A. M., Onward Commandery and Medinah Temple of the Mystic Shrine. --- ```markdown ``` Star Commandery No. 1, K. T., and present prelate; Past Puissant Master of Corinthian Grand-Lodge of Perfection A. A. Scottish Rite; Past Commander-in-Chief of Eureka Consistory No. 39, (32") Past Grand Júnior and Senior Warden of Grand Lodge of Missouri; Grand Registrar of the Grand Chapter, Royal Arch Masons. NOSELEY 33° and Commander Unit- landery, Knights of Missouri in the United States. His presence at the Easter service will lend dignity to the occasion and afford inspiration to the St. Louis department of Templars Sir Mosse will be the guest of Sir L. I. Bradbury while in the city. THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK Sir Umstead has recently entered, the Masonic family and is very much elated over what he has thus far seen and heard, while passing. Last Saturday night he was in company with the weary pilgrims who endured the trials and tribulations, when on their journey across the sands of the desert. That journey only inspired our brother for the more ineffable degrees, and when the Scottish Rite class is completed he will be with them, and ready if need be to give up the ghost. He is a member of Jenie Lodge, A. F. & A. M. Progress Royal Arch Chapter, Onward Commandery of Templars and Medinah Nobles of Mystic Shrine. --- A. B. ILL. GEO. W. BROWN, 33 Fast Deputy Rt. F. G. Commander First District of Missouri Illustrious Brown is one of the pioneer Masons of Missouri, being a Past-Masher of Lone Star Lodge A. F. & A. M., East High Priest of Far West Chapter of Royal Arch Masons; Past Eminent Commander Tuscan Commanderery, Medinah Temple of Mystic Shrine and Eureka Consistory No. 29, A. A. Scottish Rite Masons. [Portrait of a soldier in uniform, holding a sword and a rifle]. 1st Lieut. Enurka Consistory, Scottish Rite Masons Fraternally, Sir Victoria is an oracle on the inner points of Premasonry and his intellect and training enable him to vindicate almost any debate touching its deep and cardinal pinnack. He systematically completed the various branches of the institution in seven months, receiving the 32nd and last degree. He is a tutor of the second degree of the Blue House, and is always ready to impart his valuable information to the students of Masonry who desire to improve themselves. His affiliation with all the departments is consistent and dutiful. He is a past senior warden of Ionic Lodge 91, A. F. & A. M. King of Prestwickshire No. 50, Royal Arch; senior warden, Owain Commandery; Chief Kaban, Mennah Temple, A. E. A. O. Nobles of Mystic Shrine; G. S. W. Corinthian Lodge, 29; 1st Lieut. Eureka Consistory, Scottish Hite Masons and member of the Eastern Star and Heroes of Jericho, Sir Victoria is programmed for: Easter Templar Services and will answer to the subject "History of Knighthood." His activity in the organizing of the Masonic band is being splendid results. M. Authorized Newspaper Correspondent and Official Printer Sir Fisher is doing a remarkable work in this jurisdiction through the columns of the St. Louis Argus, to keep alive considerable enthusiasm in the various branches of Free Masonry of this valley. He believes in the adage "Persons are born to do certain work." He is making an enviable record in Free Masonry and is a special student of the Royal Arch branch. Sir Fisher is Senior Deacon of Ionic Lodge A. F. & A. M., Scribe of Ionic Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, member of Onward Commandery No. 2, Knights Templar; Medinah Temple No. 29, A. E. A. O., Nobles of the Mystic Shrine and a favorable candidate for 32° of the Scottish Rite branch. ILL. J. W. BEARD, 32' Deputy Grand Commander Ill. Jus. W. Beard is Past Master of J. O. Johnson Lodge A. F. & A. M. ,Past High Priest, King Solomon Chapter of Royal Arch Masons, Past Eminent Commander Western Star Commandery; Past Commander in chief of Eureka Consistory No. 29. A. A. Scottish Rite Masons. SIR MONROE ERNEST. 32" Grand Illustrious Potentate, Medinah Temple, No. 39 Sir Ernest is a frater of the ranks who deserves special mention. He is energetic and wide awake. His goal for the upbuilding of Precussory in all of its branches never relaxes. He served as a capable secretary of F. J. Brown, Lodge No. 50, for five consecutive years, since its formation. Two years ago he was elected Worshipful Master which office he now holds. He is a member of Mt. Olive Chapter of Royal Arch Masonry, Western Star Commandery of Knights Templar and Eureka Consistory of Scottish Rite and 32nd degree. At a recent ceremonial, of Madhya Temple of Shriners (of which the Ernest is Potentate) more than twenty novices were made to drink at the Oriental fountain, and it is rumored far and near that from a viewpoint of efficiency (in work) and the information imparted to the Nobles, that occasion eclipsed in a marked degree all previous attempts. Noble Ernest is deserving of the credit, and is receiving congratulatory words from those who have the Temple's welfare at heart. M. ILL. HARVEY H. DAVIS, 32° The above likeness is that of Ill. Harvey Davis a good and regular frater, who recently comes to us from the Valley of Virginia. It is expected that Ill. Davis will add much strength to this section of the Masonic vineyard. He is unremitting in labor or effort, hence you will find him enthusiastic and chivalrous to espouse the cause of Free Masonry. He will appear in the Knights Templar parade Sunday, being a member of Tuscan Commandery; It was said, according to an afternoon paper, that one of the sailors who was in the parade a few days ago commented on the fact that while the band was playing America, on the downtown streets only one person was seen to remove his hat in respect; and that person was a drunken Negro man. The Negro may have been drunk as the sailor has stated, and like others of his race; shunned, mocked and scuffed at; but even though drunk, there is something divine about a devotion and loyalty that refuses to be dimmed by the fumes of liquor. It must certainly have been a pathetic sight to have seen hundreds of white men and women, evidently of culture and refinement and with every advantage in the gift of civilization, men and women who proudly proclaim their American citizenship and who recognize nor know no barriers of caste; refuse, either through ignorance or crude disrespect, to uncover when the country's most patriotic air is being played. There is a saying that, "Every cloud has a silvery lining," and in this particular case, the abused and baffeted black man proved to be the "lining." even though 'twas said he was drunk." MAY GOD BLESS OUR FRIENDS. A friendless man is to be pity friends is indeed a condition to be color prejudice weighing down our for any favorable expression comes the golden rule, whether it be pulp a friendly word. The following editorial appears March 23d, and has such a ring of reprint it in order that the ashes of The Colon. "An item in a Massachusetts Negro who, having been discharge wounded the man whom he held a leging a conspiracy against his Negro is a graduate of Tuskegee and chanic. He claims to have been against on account of his race, a bitterness on the injustice of seni liberty and democracy while sustains a man, because of his color the most mental tasks. "The story, somewhat curious, credited three score years ago, withism' and with having done more slaves than any other section of tional abolition of slavery did not lem, the economic phase remain stimulate the Negro's desire for a become a property owner are negstricts his industrial chances after something better than the three-ored man of this city once indig opened before his people, a pla Labor unions take a more liberal people, but personal prejudice is a we demand equality for other people live to certain of our own citizens. "The Negro has been encourage the more he is educated and train emphatically he will resent disc kind that denies him the right to often acts as a boomerang, return train. "With 10,000 Negro troops on win the war, and colored women at the white, it is unpatriotic for emer or for men to refuse association in less man is to be pitied. A race of people need a condition to be deplored. With the weighing down our race, we are able expression coming from those we, whether it be pulpit, press or person, having editorial appeared in the Detroit paper and has such a ring of truth, that we feel burden that the ashes of hope may be revived. The Color Line In a Massachusetts paper reports the act having been discharged from a factory, man whom he held accountable for his piracy against him on account of his college of Taskegee, and is reputed a fairer claim to have been several times the account of his race, and after arrest conspiracy the injustice of sending men to Europe, democracy while sustaining at home and because of his color, a right to engage in vital tasks. Sorry, somewhat curiously, comes from New score years ago with being the hotbed having done more toward ingesting the many other section of the United States. Of slavery did not entirely solve the economic phase remaining with us. Negro's desire for an education and his property owner are negatived by the altitude industrial chances after he has qualified better than the three opportunities which this city once indignantly complained are his place, a place as barber, ponder take a more liberal view of the right personal prejudice is hard to overcome, equality for other peoples while denying man of our own citizens because of their negro has been encouraged to self-improve is educated and trained as a bread-winner he will resent discrimination and injures him the right to live by his labor. A boomerang, returning with deplorable 10,000 Negro troops co-operating in the land colored women as busy in Red Cross is unpatriotic for employers to discriminate refuse association in labor with, colored A friendless man is to be pitied. A race of people without friends is indeed a condition to be deplored. With the millstone of color prejudice weighing down our race, we are always grateful for any favorable expression coming from those who believe in the golden rule, whether it be pulpit, press or person we welcome a friendly word. The following editorial appeared in the Detroit Free Press of March 23d, and has such a ring of truth, that we feel it our duty to reprint it in order that the ashes of hope may be revivified. "An item in a Massachusetts paper reports the act of a young Negro who, having been discharged from a factory, returned and wounded the man whom he held accountable for his discharge, alleging a conspiracy against him on account of his color. The Negro is a graduate of Tuskegee and is reputed a fairly capable mechanic. He claims to have been several times discriminated against on account of his race, and after arrest commented with bitterness on the injustice of sending men to Europe to fight for liberty and democracy while sustaining at home an autocracy that denies a man, because of his color, a right to engage in any but the most mental risks. The story, somewhat curiously, comes from New England, credited three score years ago with being the hotbed of abolitionism and with having done more toward ingesting the war to free slaves than any other section of the United States. The constitutional abolition of slavery did not entirely solve the Negro problem, the economic phase remaining with us. Endeavors to stimulate the Negro's desire for an education and his ambition to become a property owner are negatived by the altitude which restricts his industrial chances after he has qualified himself for something better than the three-opportunities which a young colored man of this city once indignantly complained were all that opened before his people, a place as barber, porter or waiter. Labor unions take a more liberal view of the rights of colored people, but personal prejudice is hard to overcome. Yet how can we demand equality for other peoples while denying the right to live to certain of our own citizens because of their complexion? "The Negro has been encouraged to self-improvement. But the more he is educated and trained as a bread-winner the more emphatically he will resent discrimination and injustice of the kind that denies him the right to live by his labor. And injustice often acts as a boomerang, returning with deplorable evils in its train. "With 0,000 Negro troops co-operating in the endeavor to win the war, and colored women as busy in Red Cross activities as the white, it is unpatriotic for employers to discriminate against, or for men to refuse association in labor with, colored folk." CHURCHES CHURCHES TABERNACLE BABIST CHURCH 2728 Pine St. Rev. S. A. Moseley, pastor. The big meeting at Tabernacle as still in progress. We are now on the home stretch, and the outlook bids fair for 200 or more souls before the close. Sunday, March 24, was indeed a great day for us. The Heil Spirit through Dr. H. R. Wilson, of Waco, Texas, gave us a pentecostal shower both morning and evening. Many were added to the church. So great was the interest manifested that many were turned away Sunday evening for lack of room. Every department of the church is contributing to the success of this great meeting. We expect Dr. Wilson to reach his climax Sunday morning, March 23, in a special sermon which will be the beginning of the close of this great campaign. Baptizing at 1:30 p. m. and the old time fellowship and hand shaking Sunday evening. You should be present at all these services. We invite you—Come! --- fled. A race of people without deplored. With the millstone of air race, we are always grateful ing from those who believe in it, press or person we welcome red in the Detroit Free Press of truth, that we feel it our duty to of hope may be revivified. For Line paper reports the act of a younged from a factory, returned and accountable for his discharge, aln account of his color. The Ned is reputed a fairly capable megen several times discriminated and after arrest commented with ding men to Europe to fight for training at home an autocracy that or, a right to engage in any but usly, comes from New England, with being the hotbed of abolition-toward inciting the war to free the United States. The constituently solve the Negro probing with us. Endeavors to an education and his ambition toatived by the altitude which reter he has qualified himself for opportunities which a young colnantly complained were all that race as barber, porter or waiter, all view of the rights of colored hard to overcome. Yet how can apples while denying the right to be because of their complexion? aged to self-improvement. But used as a bread-winner the more crimination and injustice of the live by his labor. And injustice ning with deplorable evils in its co-operating in the endeavor to as busy in Red Cross activities as employers to discriminate against, in labor with, colored folk." Monday evening, April 4, there will be a special service conducted by Dr. Wilson at which time he will deliver an address that promises to be a masterpiece, and vital to the wellbeing of our people in general. We expect to raise $500 at this meeting. We are pleased to say that Sister Moseley, who is now in the Hospital, is doing nicely following a recent operation and indications bespeak a speedy recovery. Don't forget the red-letter Sunday, March 31, and the anticipated great meeting Monday evening, April 1. FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH These are days of much concern with the members of the "Old Mother Church." We have known for some months that to fail in our effort to move into new quarters was to lose much and perhaps all but to succeed is to gain much, yes, practically everything. We are now so near the goal, that the possibility of failure has diminished almost entirely. Committees have been appointed to invite the churches of the city, as well as the fraternities, both secret and benevolent, to participate in a grand parade from the old church to the new. The committees have the date and as soon as they are able to report from the various organizations a public announcement will be made. God has wonderfully blessed us. It seems marvellous to us when we think of what has been accomplished thus far. Ten thousand dollars ($10,000) cash is the amount we must pay before entering our new home. We started last September without a dime and today, while we cannot announce the entire amount is in hand, we feel perfectly satisfied that the balance will be forthcoming in a few days days. Our friends have had much to do with this surprising success. Many have helped us. Others are going to because we are doing a great work. The public is going to render sympathetic financial aid because St. Louis needs the "Mother Church." Sunday before last was a great day, Enthusiasm was at white heat. Pastors Dunavant and Morris with their good people came to us and collected $71.40. The mother-church trained $72.25. Our Moderator and Vice- Moderator proved their interest in our struggling people. We urgently request that all members and friends who have obligated themselves to help us, report not later than the 1st Sunday in April. Worship with us next Sunday and hear pastor Maxwell on his Easter theme. Don't be misled! We are still in our old building. ST. PAUL A. M. E. CHURCH NOTES The eighteons shall flourish as a palm tree, Sunday being Palm Sunday. It was naturally expected that the triumphal entry into Jerusalem of our blessed Savior would be the discourse of the preacher of the "West," but somewhat contrary to our expectation the pastor, sought another route, and for 40 minutes he compared the Christian life with that of an ever fruitful palm tree, and especially so when our lives are filled with good deeds. Christian development, including genniness, love, harmlessness, boldness, courageous, claimed a greater part of the pastor's sermon. A more timely discourse on Palm Sunday, and its meaning was never delivered in St. Paul. In all of his sermons he speaks of the beautiful city beyond with all of its glories, but he lays greater stress on how we must live to obtain the glories mentioned above. And the beauty part of his preaching and teaching is: telling his congregation to live as he lives. Hear this divine Sunday morning when he shall preach on the resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Special invitation to strangers. MT. OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH 1429 N. 12th St. Palm Sunday was dissected and reconstructed to suit the modern minds of earth on last Sunday at eleven o'clock by Rev. Duncan of E. St. Louis; the subject was handled in masterly fashion and all received new impressions and light from Jao. 12:13, through this apostle. The Sunday school will render a program which you are sure to enjoy, and you will find it helpful to you also. The pastor on last Sunday night preached of the determination (or resolution of one born blind) to see Jesus. Luke 18:38. Rich feasts are nightly spread here, the humblest, the decapit, all may share these bountiful spiritual memos. They are free. Rev. D. W. Morris, Pastor. ST. JAMES CHURCH The true significance of Palm Sunday was manifested in the service at St. James last Sunday when the surprised floor, emerged from the lecture room bearing palm branches on their shoulders, sweetly singing "Elwis Diindamata." The church was crowded to overflowing when Dr. Peck ascended the rostrum. He announced his text: St. Luke, 19 whip, 38 verse: "Blessed be the King that cometh in the name of Lord." Thomas: "The Kingship of Jesus Christ." He portrayed the character of Saul as weak and vacillating while David was strong, true and brave. It was King David the grunt, who fought their battles and broke their fotters. METROPOLITAN NOTES Sunday after Sunday brings new inspiration to the great throngs that gather at Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion Church. Last Sunday the Rev. Dr. J. W. Martin, educational See'y of the A. M. E. Zion connection, occupied the pulpit morning and evening and preached two very able and soulstirring sermons. We are looking forward to Easter as being one of the most glorious of all Easters past. You should have seen the women and men of Metropolitan do the cleaning Monday and Tuesday nights, led by their enthusiastic leader Bro. A. C. Stevenson. This process of cleaning the walls and etc. will continue, until every foot of space therein shall have been made nice and clean. The Unit system is being well-we are looking forward to the first Sunday, when they will make their first big drive. another one of the big things of Metropolitan will be done Sunday in presenting to the pastor, as an Easter gift, a beautiful automobile. The presentation will take place on the outside of the church at 1:30 p.m. Sunday. The membership has, grown to such a wonderful proportion, until it is utterly impossible for the pastor to make the proper visit to the many sick and dying and to keep up the other great movements of the church and city without the proper convergence. MT. OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH NO. 2 Good services were enjoyed all day at Mt. Olive Baptist Church No. 2. Baptizing in the morning and sermon by Bro. Phinney at 11 a.m., sermon by the pastor at 8:30 p.m., subject, "Life of Christ," which everyone enjoyed. Sunday March 31, there will be a home rally at 3 p.m. The Sunday school will render a program at 1:30 p.m. All are cordially invited. Rev. A. Dixon, pastor) Mrs. Gertrude Miller, reporter. THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS The Tabernacle Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Dr. Moseley, has secured the services of Dr. Wilson of Waco, Texas, to conduct the revival which is in progress. I have heard all of the great evangelists and I have read a great deal of Billy Sunday also the Black Billy Sunday of Washington, Dr. C., but in my estimation none pleasured me more than Dr. Wilson. The Tabernacle Church is not considered a large church, but since Dr. Moseley has been pastor it is pushing its way to the front. Dr. Moseley has a national reputation in the National Convention; and today Tabernacle Church ranks with Central First Baptist and Pleasant Green. Tabernacle has 1,400 members. St. Louis is honored by having this great speaker, Dr. Wilson here, who in less than three weeks has added 200 converts to the church. His sermons are full of logic seasoned with the Holy Ghost. He is undoubtedly the greatest evangelist the city has seen for some time. G. F. Craven, agent for National Ins., Co., Philadelphia. Office 2363 Market St. FIRST FREE BAPTIST CHURCH N. E. Cor. Garrison and Lucas Rev. A. J. Donaldson, the noted evangelist of Terra Haute, Ind., is conducting an evangelistic meeting at the Free First Baptist Church. He is just from Champaign, where he conducted a 40 days meeting against the power of sin. Plenty conversations and many reclaims, beside a financial success, is the fruit of that effort. Now he is here to wage war against the prince of darkness. All who are interested in saving souls, are cordially invited to come and bring your Bible. Sunday morning prayer service at 5 a.m. He will preach at 11:00 a.m., on the importance of prayer, for the presence of the Holy Spirit in a revival. At 3:00 p.m., subject, "The Greater Blessing, or the Baptism of the Holy Spirit," 8:15 p.m., "Getting obstacles out of the way for the Lord." Don't forget the place. Come early and enjoy the service. The Hodiamond, Page and Wellston cars will bring you to our doors. Rev. A. H. Bostick, pastor. ANTIOCH BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday services were well attended. In the absence of the master, Rev. Wm. L. Perry, Rev. W. Cole, filled the pulpit. The Sunday school will have special exercises Easter Sunday. Friday evening is young people's prayer meeting, Sister Luck Cook is leader, come out and help her. All are welcome. The Missionary Circle has its praise and prayer meeting the 2nd Wednesday night in each month, and the Mission Band prayer meeting the 4th Wednesday night in each month, all are cordially invited. The McKinney Mutual Aid Society met in a regular monthly meeting Monday evening, March 25th; the President Sister Susan Taggart, was able to be with us, after being confined to her home for several months on account of sickness. EASTER TO BE COLORFUL AT LANE TABERNACLE Mr. P. E. Ross, our Sunday school superintendent, announces that "The Fruit of His Folly" will be presented Monday evening. April the 8th. The regular admission fee to The Fruit of His Folly, which will be repeated several times will be 15 cents. But as the Sunday school wishes to give every one a chance to see this interesting play, it has made the admission 10 cents for the opening play only. Over two hundred tickets have already been sold. Arrangements have been completed for the Sunday school Easter exercises which will begin at 3 p.m. The church will be beautifully decorated, and each one present will receive an Easter egg as usual. Every Sunday school class will be represented on the program. Everyone will certainly enjoy the beautiful recitation and solos by the smaller classes. Another feature we will admire will be a chorus, "Why wait ye here," to be rendered by the Almighty class composed of girls, taught by Miss Katie Smith, and Dr. N. O. Bracy's class of boys. We all remember the famous cantata rendered by the chair last Easter 8 p.m. They have just another such program in store for us, only Mrs. Dr. Hancock our organist says it will be much better. The way the choir sang, "Just as I am," at the opening of the service last Sunday evening assures us that the cantata will certainly be interesting. The selection was led by Mrs. Ollie Johnson, queen of canto, with the entire choir joining in the chorus. Rev. N. L. Smith our pastor preached a lovely Palm, sermon last Sunday, calling our attention to the day our blessed Savior entered Jerusalem mounted upon a donkey, "How to be a victorious leader," was the subject. All successful leaders have the love of their followers said the pastor. A forced submission will not survive, and love is the only thing that can produce a unity sufficient to hold a church or a nation together. Hair Rev Smith's Easter sermon Sunday morning at eleven o'clock. SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH So. Kinloch Park. Mo. We are looking toward sunrise. Our church' is marching on. We had a large attendance Sunday. Our pastor is putting forth every effort to complete our church. Our first grand Union Rally will close the second Sunday in May. We have 14 captains, who represent 14 states. We are off for a $350 drive, Mission Circle regular monthly meeting Monday evening 8:30 p.m. Sister HL Jackson, president. Mrs. Susie Wilson is on the sick list. Rev. A. P. Harrold, pastor, J. R. Wilson, clerk. Gospel Temple Baptist Church, 2326 Washington St. Sunrise prayer meeting 5:30 a.m., preaching 11 a.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday school 1:30 p.m. B. Y. P. U. 6:30 p.m. Midweek services Tuesday and Friday evenings 8 p.m. Rev. J. J. Johnson, pastor; Sister Darnell, church clerk. 2623 N. Pendleton. The Seven Church Baptist Union met with the New Home Baptist Church March 31. After a good praise and prayer service, Rev. Hall the president introduced Rev. Allen who preached a splendid sermon from John 15:20, subject "World Hatred of Christ." Next meeting to be held with North Galilee Baptist Church, 2514 N. Leflingwell. Sermon by Rev. R. M. Deoley, alterate Hm. A. Schlissner, Kt. G. W. Hall, president; L. E. Molton, secretary. EL BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH Our meeting is spiritually alive and some splendid sermons are being preached by our pastors and other visiting ministers. One has already accepted Jesus and several have come forward for prayer. We expect to continue the meeting a few weeks longer giving ample time for all who are willing to enlist. A very nice program will be rendered by the pupils of our Sunday school, Sunday March 31, at 2 p.m. All are invited to come out and spend a pleasant afternoon. The Red Cross workers will begin their work at El Bethel Church, next week. Rev. W. W. Perry, pastor; Mrs. M. S. Tankinik, secretary. WAYMAN A. M. E. CHURCH Last Sunday was a great day at Wayman A. M. E. Church. The pastor, Rev. A. K. Dobbins preached a great sermon to a large crowd of worshipers from St. Luke 19:38, "Saying Blessed be the King thatought in the Name of the Lord," subject, "Kinghip." The pastor drew a beautiful picture of Christ entering Jerusalem and being honored as a king, while some of his enemies rejected. He showed that Jesus was a born king, and that he rules over all believers and in the hearts of all Christians. At 8:30 p.m., he preached from Luke 23:43, 44, subject, "Darkness, Death and Burial." Both sermons were inspiring, and six persons united to the church. Sunday will be a great day at Wayman. Memorial services at 11 a.m., and at 3 p.m., and 8 p.m., the Sunday school and choir will render two excellent programs, "Name That Glad Day." Don't fail to see and enjoy this cantata as this Sunday school knows no failure. CENTRAL BAPTIST CHURCH ITEMS Easter promises to be a great day at Central. The church will be beautifully-decorated and a special musical program will be rendered by the choir. At night there will be an Easter musical jubilee service by the choir. In the morning Pastor Stevens will presach the Easter Sermon—Subject: "Present Proofs That Jesus Lives." At one thirty the Sunday school will give their annual Easter program. The B. Y. P. U. at six thirty will have special Easter services. The day will begin with the early morning prayer meeting. It is urged that all the members try to be out at that early prayer meeting. The great yalty for one thousand dollars will culminate on Easter Day. Every member is expected to do his best towards carrying Central over the top on Easter day in glorious spiritual and financial achievements. Shall the Negro join the Labor Unions, is a question that the working classes of our race are wrestling with today, and the solution of the problem is a serious business for the Negro. In the light of past and recent experiences of many Negroes who have been inweise enough to listen to the sienn song of the Union agitator, the writer would answer emphatically, NO! because the interests of Negro Labor is not given the same consideration as is the interests of white labor, by the Labor Unions. It is the Labor Union that prevents the employment of Negro youths as apprentices in the various trades, and the present spasmoid efforts to induce the Negro to join the Union, is only a selfish means to a selfish end, and that is, to help the Unions win their strikes. In the various plants where strikes have been recently called, there are many Negroes employed, some of them for years, who have been prevented from receiving promotion in salary, and position by the very men who now pretend they want to "love him as a Union brother" (until the strike is over). An excellent idea of the benefit the Negro will get by joining the Unions, is gained in reading the following story in an article in Collier's Weekly, of March 16, by Edward Hungerford, from his interview with Mr. Homer L. Ferguson, head of the great shipyards at Newport, News, Va., where 7,800 men and boys are employed, half of whom are Negroes, all working in harmony side by side, without any sort of Union, save their respect for the right of each other. But, here is the story in the words of Mr. Hungerford: "When efforts once were made to form a union of Colored riveters, skilled orators from the North addressed them in a big hall. But the Colored workmen were singularly indifferent. And finally one of the largest and lankest of the riveters unfolded himself from his chair and began: "Our fren's remarks remind me of a right fine Virginia gentleman, Cunnel C—— of Richmond, who died a few years ago and went straight to Heaven. An' when he interdosed himself at the pearly gates, St. Peter, he says to him, he says: "Oh, go, long wi' you, white man, you ain't" Cunnel C—— of Richmond. You aint on a hoss, and I aint never seen the Cunnel afoot." So, dere was the old Cunnel wild does pearly gates closed in front of him-an' harp music driftin' out to him. Finally he seen a little bit of a way to do it. Down in the line behind him was his old callud servant, Sam. An' he goes to Sam an' lets on to him as how they both could get into Heaven sure enough if Sam'd drop down on his hans' and knees and be the Cunnel's hos. Oi Sam, he does it, an' Cunnel C—— rides up to the pearly gates again. St. Peter sittin' back of the GATES & MANUEL ...Undertakers... Ask Those Whom We Have Served Delmar 922 Lindell 5690 4107 FINNEY AVE. A. RUSSELL UNDERTAKING CO. (INC.) 2732 PINE STREET Modern ona up-to-date conveniences for high class work. Our constant aim is to keep in the front ranks of progres, and no effort will be spared to serve our patrons. DAY or NIGHT calls given prompt attention Kinloch, Central 555 Bell, Bomont 1426 THE BEST SAYING IS THAT THE WORLD IS NOT A WORLD OF SOMEONE'S LIFE. ticket office only sees the Cunnel's head and says: "That's better, sah. You hitch your hoss outside there and walk right in." The audience 'got' the riveter. There has never been a Negro union." The Union agitators want the Negro-to be the "hose" in their present strike movements, and if by his assistance they win their rights, the Negro will be "hitched outside" as usual. Every Negro who has been given employment and fair treatment by his employers, who fails to stand by them in the face of this crisis in the history of our common country, will be guilty of ingratiude of the worst kind. This is no time for strikes, and every man, black or white, who by word or deed, hinders and delays the smooth working of all our industries, is helping to plant a German bullet or bayonet in the body of some American soldier in France. SHALL THE NEGRO JOIN THE UNIONS UNDER PRESENT CONDITIONSI NO! A THOUSAND TIMES NO!! WOMEN'S AUXILIARY The Women's Auxiliary to the Seven Church Union will hold their meeting Sunday April 7, 2 p.m., at Bethel Baptist Church, 729 S. 4th St., Rev. B. Robinson, pastor. A very interesting program will be rendered. Mrs. A. Hall, presidents Mrs. P. Riggins, clerk. There will be a get together meeting held at the Semple Avenue Baptist Church, Monday night, April 1, 1918. All pastors who are not busy are requested to be present. G. W. Clémons, pastor. One of the smartest events this season will be the Annual Easter Ball Entertainment by the St. Elizabeth Branch No. 275, G. K. 6f A., Easter Monday evening the 1st of April, at Pethian Hall. Y. W. G. A. NOTES Saturday, March 30, there will be moving pictures at 2:30 p.m. Admission five cents. Sunday the Women's Mass Meeting at Union Memorial Church will take the place of the regular vesper service. Tuesday evening, 6 o'clock, there will be a supper for all team workers during the recent drive. All are urged to attend. At 8 p.m. the same evening the monthly party for factory girls, for whom Mme. Walker provided entertainment, will be held. During the month-of April, Miss Helen Hagan will appear in a recital at the Association. AN APPEAL FOR VOLUNTEERS Camp Funston—The 92nd Division (Negro). National Army is in need of soldiers who can qualify as stenographers, electricians, auto mechanics, machinists, pharmacists, hospital attendants, clerks, typists, saddlers, hangers makers, bakers, horse-ahoers, etc. Through the co-operation of the Press we have secured a number of specially qualified men, but our needs as yet have been fully supplied. Doubtless there are many Negro registrants who are qualified to meet the requirements of the Division, who will be called sooner or later, and who are willing to enter the military service ahead of their turn on the register in order to serve. Reciprocally, there are distinct advantages to such men of entering the army when they are needed most. In so doing they fit into places for which they are best fitted and which they prefer to fill. All correspondence should be addressed to Lieut. T. T. Thompson, Assistant Personal Officer, 92nd Division, Camp Funston, Kansas. SOCIETY Mrs. Geo. Simma, 3309 Arsenal St., is quite ill. Her daughter Miss Abby was summoned from Chicago. J. E. Mitchell, managing editor of "The Argus," writes from Hot Springs, where he is recuperating, that he is greatly improved in health. Miss Clara Schaffner, who has been attending the University of Illinois, is home for the balance of the year. Mrs. Lena Wims, 3438 Pine, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Nash Wims, 3920 Prairie Ave., Chicago, the past week. She also visited other relatives. Come early to "The Fruit of His Folly," 8:30 p.m., at Lane Tabernacle C. M. E. Church, 3966 Fairfax. Mrs. Alma Dupree of 622 E. Main St., Kirkwood, returned home Saturday, reporting a very pleasant stay of three months in San Antonio, Texas. See Prof. J. E. G. Shackelford of Morley, Mr. for the best song his titleled "When Sambo goes to France," written by Tom Turpin. Mr. John Vaughn of 2220 Market St., is confined to his bed, and would like to see his many friends. Women!! Don't miss the supper for team captains and workers; Tuesday 6 p.m., at the Y. W. C. A. There will be special Easter services and music at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, 2700 Pine. The public is invited to attend. Miss Gonzales Porter, of Chicago, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Jefferson, 4324 West Belle. Miss Porter attended the funeral of her grandfather, Mr. Lewis Porter last week. The Phendelma and Bachelor, Girls Club will give a fashionable ball at the Pythian Temple, Thursday evening, April 4. It will be an invitation affair. Miss Ada Henderson of 1008 Newstead Ave., who has been indisposed several weeks, is convalescent. Mrs. Mary Willis, 812 N. Compton is visiting in Cumberland, Md., for six weeks. Mrs. Elsie Campbell of Metropolis, Ill., is visiting her sister Mrs. Mary Saddler of 2622 Lawton. Mr. W. G. Henderson of 4312 North Market has been very sick with pneumonia, but is improving. Misses Julia and Lottie Guilford, also Miss Bell Lucas are residing with Mrs. C. Bowman, of Webster Groves, 558 Holland Ave., where they will be pleased to see their friends. Geo. H. Jones of Muskegee, Okla, was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. P. T. Talaferro, 4204 Finney Ave., the past week. Mr. Jones is formerly of this city and is waiting orders to be called into the army service. Miss Miriam Curtis, a student of the University of Illinois, will spend Easter week with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. T. A. Curtis. One of the smartest events this season will be the Annual Easter Ball-Entertainment by the St. Elizabeth Branch No. 275, C. K. of A., Easter Monday evening the 1st of April, at Pythian Hall. There will be a mass meeting for all women under the auspices of the Home and Foreign Missionary Society and Y. M. C. A., at Union Memorial Church, March 31 at 4 p.m. Hear Dr. R. E. Jones' special message to the women. Dr. B. F. Abbott, pastor. Sgt. Milton G. Redmond of St. Louis, now at Camp Grant, III; was entertained at his home, 4152 Wabash Ave. Chicago, Saturday, March 23, with a birthday party. He received quite a few presents, and has returned to camp. Rev. E. Calvin Cole, who has just closed a great revival campaign in Oklahoma and Texas, where hundreds of souls were saved, will be in his own pulpit at Providence Baptist Church, Sunday, March 31. Who is the best skater? Visit Y. W. C. A. Gymnasium, Saturday, April 13, 1918, the skating carnival given by Rector's Aid of All Saints Church. Admission, 10c. Skates rented if desired. Professor, and Mrs. Frank B. Wilson attended the funeral of his mother, Mrs. Lüa Belle Wilson, 1325 Walton, last Monday. Professor Wilson is principal of Attucks School in Carbondale, Ill, and has returned to his duties. Mrs. Francis Ambister entertained her brother, Mr. Thomas Holland of Camp Funston last Thursday at a Whist partly, at the home of Mrs. Pauline White, 2913 Belle Ave. Every one reported a fine time. Mr. Holland returned to the Camp this week. The 20th Century Lodge, No. 6234, G. U. O. of Q. F. gave a farewell party in honor of one of their members, Mr. G. W. Richardson at the residence of E. R. H. Koggerson, 2820 Laclede, before departing for Camp Funston. No stone was left unturned to make this a pleasant evening, although all regret to give him up. We are giving one of the best boys from the home lodge for our country. Jeffrey Parter, N. G.; Joshua Nichols, P. L. Calling cards, bills and letterheads, see us. Argus Print, 2341 Market St. Morning picture at the F. W. C. A. Saturday at 3 p.m. Admission 5 cents. Mr. B. F. Johnstone father of Mrs. Gunh Spiller, is quite ill at his home, 2739 Hickory St. Mrs. Jannie McNeil and daughter, Rosa of Chicago, accompanied by Miss Bertha Thomas are the guests of the former's sister Mrs. Annie Young of 185 S. Channing, this week. Sgt. Charles Anderson is in the city visiting his mother, Mrs. Nora Covington and sister, Miss Leona Covington. Dr. Leroy Bundy will speak at the Tabernacle Baptist Church, 2726 Pine St., Saturday night, March 30th, 1918. The Prudence Crandell, Club con- vened in its regular monthly, meeting at the home of Miss Maude Kennedy 4233w St. Ferdinand St, March 23. Come early to "The Fruit of His Folly," 8:30 p.m., at Lane Tubercle C. M. E. Church, 3966 Fairfax. Miss Mildred Richardson, entertained long friends March 27, as honor of her twenty-sixth birthday. All enjoyed a pleasant evening. Prof. R. G. Shackelford of Moselle, Mo., has been detained in the city on account of the big business. He sells eggs at 35 cents per dozen. Mrs. Nellie Harris Maxwell of Chicago, who visited her sisters Mrs. Joanna Allen, 3234 Market and Mrs. Hattie Ware of Kinloch Park, returned home Thursday accompanied by Mrs. Waters of Cleveland, Ohio. A birthday surprise party was given in honor of Mrs. Bertha White and Mr. Wm. Gillespie, at the residence of Mr. Chas. Gaines, 2712 Wash St., last Monday evening. Mrs. E. C. Bunch, wife of Dr. E. C. Bunch, dentist of Kansas City, is at the bedside of her brother, Mr. Jesse Wilson who underwent an operation for appendicitis at Baily Sanitarium, Tuesday. Time! 2 to 6 p.m. Where! A. W. C. A. Gyn. When! Saturday, April 13. What! Skating Carnival. Who for! Young people. Price! 10c. By whom! Rector's Aid of All Saints Church. Mrs. E. Lawson, 4116 West Bell, gave a surprise party Monday evening in honor of Mr. Lawson's birthday. Whist was indulged in with a bountiful supply of refreshments, and a great number of presents were received. Mr. A. Lewis of Chicago who formerly resided in this city has joined his wife here, on a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Hy. Lewis, 4216 West Belle. Gospel Temple - Baptist Church has moved to 2336 Washington Ave. Come out Sunday night and hear the sermon, subject, "After the Ball is Over." Stewardess Board No. 2 of Lane Tabernacle C. M. E. Church met at the residence of Mrs. Bettie Bain Tuesday evening, March 25th. After business was transacted, the hostess served tuna-fish salad, cake, coffee, nuts and candies. Miss T. Caldwell recited "Working for God." Mrs. Cora Marsh, president, Miss Willie Brooks, secretary. Saint Cecelia's Guild, of All Saints Church, will entertain Tuesday-evening April 2 at the church. Admission ten cents. Refreshments free. Saint Cecelia's Guild was organized to aid the choir. The Guild plans to have an entertainment once a month to bring about soakability among members and friends of the church. Mrs. N. Agee, president; Mrs. Anna Wilburn, secretary; Mrs. T. J. Nevins, treasurer; The Matrons' Administrative Council, O. E. S. held its annual election Thursday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. Lottie Davis, 2901 Laclede Ave. After the business was over, the ladies led by their newly elected president, Mrs. Viola G. Elgin, proceeded to partake of an excellent repast served by the hostess. Among the guests of honor, were, Mrs. Pearl Dabney of Kansas City, Mrs. Ida A. Walker, St. Joseph, Miss Efie Chinn, Glassport, Mrs. Mary Goins, Jefferson City, Mrs. Cook, Kansas City, and Mrs. N. H. Kenner, of Marshall. One of the smartest events this season will be, the Annual Easter Ball-Entertainment by the St. Elizabeth Brunch No. 275, C. K. of A., Easter Monday evening the 1st of April, at Pythian Hall. Private Andrew G. Johnson arrived in the city Thursday, March 21, from Camp Funston, and spent the week end, refreshing to his post of duty Sunday. During his short stay here he was highly entertained by relatives and friends. A party, in his honor, was given by his cousin, Mrs. R. Thompson and Miss Ida Miller at the latter's home, 4228 Finney. The E. L. C. Club announces their second annual dance at Pythian Andritorum, 3137 Pine St. Monday evening, April 8, 1918. Music by Prof. Flower's Great Western Band: You and friends are lovingly invited to attend. Mae White, president; Ocie Cahouse, vice-president; Mary Lewis, treasurer; Idelh Hubbert, secretary. Members: Beta Johnson, Helen Logan, Ethel Wyatt, Hazel Martin, Fannie Ingram, Hattie Patillo. The Delta Gama Girls held their regular meeting Sunday, March 24, 1918, at the residence of Miss Lelia Villars, 4047 West Belle. All present enjoyed a pleasant evening. Lelia Villars, president; Ethel Beckurth, secretary; Meba Hall, reporter. One thousand young people will attend character skating carnival at Y. W. C. A. Gym, Saturday, April 13, given by Reporter's Aid of All Saints Church. 10c. 2 to 6 p.m. Mr. Jas W. Grant wishes to meet his friends at the New Orpheus Academy on Easter Friday night. The Pioneer New Thought Club will meet, Sunday at the Central Library room No. 1, L. John Frost is the Mirai Subject for discussion, "The Origin of Easter—the Pagan and Christian Interpretations. Public invited. Atty. Homer G. Phillips this week filed suits for damages for personal injury, deaths and loss of property against East St. Logis and St. Clair County to the amount of $63,222.00. The filing fee for these suits is quite a large figure and the same was furnished by the claimants and the Red Cross of this city. Come early to "The Fruit of His Folly," 8:30 p.m., art Lane Tabernacle C. M. E. Church, 3964 Fairfax. NOTICE Municipal bath house No. 4, Garrison and Lucas Avenues, will open Monday, April 1st. SPECIAL NOTICE Dr. Herriot, will move his office and residence to the southwest corner of Pendleton and Easton Aves., 4328a Easten, after April 1. SEAMSTRESS.—Plain or fancy sewing. Will go out or work at home, as preferred. Phone Lindell 5837R. Address 4184 W. Belle. 3-294 PRESENTS GIVEN MR. AND MRS. J. D. DUKE The following are some of the presents received by Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Duke, at their silver anniversary, Feb. 5: Mrs. Isabella Booth, 3324 Franklin, casserole; Miss Julia Hutchinson, 3324 Franklin, silver card receiver; Mrs. Dauthular, West 2613¹³ Adams, 6 teaspoons; Mr. Geo. Tunstall, 4200 Fairfax, silver cream ladle; Mrs. C. Armstead, 4416 West Belle, six salad forks; Mrs. Susie Herbert, Mr. W. Stallard, 709a N. Leffingwell, butter knife and sugar shell; Mrs. Grimley of Kirkwood, one set nut picks; Mrs. Gertrude Watson, 5539 Cabanne, two pickle forks; Mrs. May Mäennerney, Hotel Jefferson, butter knife; Mr. and Mrs. E. E. Duke, 3419 Laclede, silver fern dish; Miss M. Whiteides of Tupelo; Miss. fruit ladle; Mr. J. D. Stevenson, 3237 Morgan; $1; Mr. and Mrs. A. B. Jackson, 3035 Pine; $1; Mrs. E. E. Murphy, 3010 Pine; $1; Mrs. Lizzie Rink, 3028 Lawton; $1; Mrs. Hattig Watkins, 3136 Pine; $1; Mr. and Mrs. Beltz; $1; Mrs. Powell of McPherson, $1; Mrs. Louise Ahern, 207 S. Sidney, $2; Mr. and Mrs. A. Dunnighi, 3014 Pine; $1; Mrs. Katie Shannon, Shannon, $1; $L50; Mrs. Mary Dorian, 3537 Berlin; $1; Mrs. Wm. Fowler, 3010 Pine; $0; Mrs. Hanson, 5535 Cabenne, $0; Mrs. J. Alexander and J. Shantlin, 3014 Pine, 756; Mrs. America Nichols, 201 S. Leffingwell, 50c; Mrs. Green, 3000 Pine, 50c; Mother Johnson of Gratio, 50c; Mrs. F. B. Fields, 3092 West Belle, 50c; Mrs. Geo. Furst, 2742 Walnut, 50c; Mrs. Jackson, 60c; Mrs. Thompson, 50c; Mr. W. Dawson, 12 N. Jefferson, 30c; Mr. Mithell, 14 S. 23rd St., 25c; Mrs. Effie Bush, 25c; a friend, 20c. MARRIAGE LICENSES St. Louis Charlie C. Hicks.....816 N. 15th Allie Moore.....3043 Lawton Christian Williams.....2553 Adama Sarah Edwards.....1418 S. Cardinal Sober Stall.....4109 Finney Ada Jones.....4109 Finney HENRY WILLIAMS DIES Henry Williams, 2842. Market, better known as "Buster" died Sunday, March.24. Funeral was held Thursday from the funeral parlor of Gucc St., undertaker. florals Pine St. Many beautiful florals were presented. THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS DEATHS of THE WEEK MRS. LAURA BELLE WILSON DIES Mrs. Laum, Belle Wilson, of 1325 Walton, died Friday evening, March 22, after a brief illness. Mrs. Wilson was one of the most respectable and most useful citizens of this community. She was widely known in social circles and as a charitable worker never tired of bringing cheer to the unfortunate. Her pleasant smile and sunny disposition will ever linger in the memory of those who enjoyed her acquaintance. She was buried from St. Paul's Chapel, Monday. Mrs. Wilson was a loving wife and devoted mother. She was born in Mexico. Mo., and passed away at the age of 47. She leaves to mourn their loss, a devoted husband, Lewis R. Wilson, a son, Frank R., and sister, Sarah Blakemore, and a host of friends. Rest in peace, thy work is o'er. Sorrow thou shalt know no more; Rest in peace, thy work is done. Heaven gained, thy victory won. CARD OF THANKS I desire to extend thanks to the many friends who were so kind to me in my hours of sadness and for the many beautiful floral offerings and sympathy in the death of my beloved husband, Kid McTree, who departed this life March 18, 1918, leaving a wife, one sister, three brothers, relatives and friends. I especially thank Kev. Pearson for his words of conolation and undertaker J. Hughes for services rendered me. Leona Hayes McTree, (wife). CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend to our many friends, our sincere thanks for their sympathy and kindness shown us in the sad loss of our mother, Mrs. Divey Bash, who departed this life. Wednesday evening, March 20, 1918. IN MEMORIAM In loving remembrance of our during baby. Therefore Rasulud-Jonah, who departed this life March 29, 1912. He was a beautiful little rosebud, For too fair to bloom; He came to us from Heaven, And left again season; Jesus only loved him to us, For just a little while And then without a word of warning He took away our child; But sleep, baby— Life's bitter tools you have missed. Sadly missed by parents. Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Jones and bereaved family. IN MEMORIAM In loving remembrance of my hus- band, Johany H. Harps, who died Mar 28, 1909. Softly from this world of beauty, One, by one like leaves we fall; All our dearest ones are passing. Far away from our recall. IN MEMORIAM In memory of my dear husband, Daniel Sanford, who departed this life one year today, sadly missed by his loving wife, Anne P. Sanford, 2739a Eugenia. GATES AND MANUEL Undertakers and Embalmers Phone: Delmar S22; Lindell 5098 6175 Finty Ava DR. CHARLES HENRY MILES GOES TO CAMP TAYLOR AS Y. M. C. A. SECRETARY Dr. Charles Henry Miles, a very popular, young man in the religious, social and fraternal circles of St. Louis, left the city last Thursday for Camp Taylor, Ky., to accept an appointment as secretary of the Y. M. C. A. work. Try the Accurate Laundry Co. for your rough-dry work. All heavy underwear and flat pieces ironed. Phone Bomont 2219—Central 4012-R Let Prof. Schackelford of Moselle, Mo., "Heel" you with eggs. Jack Johnson Sends $300 From Spain Money Was for Mother's Funeral Friend Says Former Champion Is Well-to-Do Chicago. March 23. jack Johnson, famous heavyweight prize fight champion is honored in his life in Fort Worth, Spain. This information was contained in a letter received from the fighter recently in Chicago. Jack was a chicago friend, who was connected with Jack in the golden olden days of "The Champion." Johnson's - Thirty-first street saloon. "He wants to come back," said Markley, "and it would not surprise me to see him 600 up any day. Fin- ancially Johnson is all right. Jack was not the fool most people imagined him and he hung on to most of his money. I guess he was hard up until the Wil- lard contest in Havana, when he lost the title, but Jack wrote me that he got almost $30,000 out of the match in addition to the moving pictures which he showed in Europe." Miss Lucille Johnson, Jack's sister, asserted that she had been in touch with him/and apprised him of the death of his mother, Mrs. Tina Johnson, who died Sunday at her home here. Johnson cabled $300 home immediately after receiving the message and asked that that the burial be postponed until his nephew, Gus Johnson, could reach Chicago from Barcelona, he being on his way here. OLYMPIA THEATRE, THURSDAY Back in Japan's barbary days of fifty years ago starts the weird story of "The Curse of Iku." No foreigners were permitted to land on Nippon sailors in those days, except Dutch sailors who unloaded cargoes at Nagasaki. All others were put to death. Allun Carroll, shipwrecked American sailor, is washed ashore and found by Yori, a kindhearted Japanese prince, who is an enemy of Iku. Yori seizes Carroll in his home. Iku bears of this and sends his sister, Omio San, to investigate. Omio sees Carroll and falls in love with him. She returns and tells her brother he is a white god. Enraged, Omio raids his rival's palace and makes prisoners of both Carroll and Iku. A Japanese court sentences Vori to be crucified. Carroll to be boiled in oil. Vori is killed, but Carroll suddenly produces a revolver, kills Iku, and escapes. Then the action jumps to the present day. Iku III comes to California to learn American customs. He gets a place as servant in a house where Alan Carroll III is a guest. To get revenge for his grandfather's death, Iku kidnaps Carroll's finances, Virginia Stainford, and flees to Japan. Carroll follows and finds Iku's hiding place in Japan. A pitched battle follows, in which Carroll kills Iku and recovers the girl, returning to America. Boll, Bomont 1718 Special Attention 19 Genito Urinary Diseases of Men, Women "And Children" DR. EDWARD BELL Physician and Surgeon Office and Res. 12 So. Living Ave. Office Hours: 7 to 10:30 a.m., 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Sundays 4 to 6. For the newest and most up-to-date styles in Ladies' and Men's Apparel FRIEDMAN' 1508—MARKET ST.—2100 They will also loan you money to buy your winter clothes. The Garrison Cafe Southwest Corner Lawton and Garrison Aves. ..OPEN ALL HOURS.. J.L. Kingsley Prop. BILLY, Chef. SOL'S CAFE N. W. Corner Leffingwell & Bernard HIGH : CLASS : CABARET EVERY NIGHT SOUVENIRS FOR LADIES EVERY EVERY THURSDAY The Last Time Remember we have made the last piano with Pullman wire strings and Bell metal plates, until after the war. Although we have a million and a half in our factory, I am advertising to you because I want all my prospective buyers, this year, to purchase a piano of that kind. It is our make and the only piano made in that way. Of course we have many other makes, but I insist on all my customers-buying this make which is the best. Buy a piano within the next 36 days and save $50 on player or upright. Don't stay away, and say you did not know I could do that. I challenge anyone in the State in my line of business, to offer better terms and prices. Any one desiring to buy a piano, player or upright, phone Bonmort 1792-W or call at 2905 Laclede Ave. Chas. H. Watkins. --- --- MME. S. BLDFORD The original won- derful hair grower and scalp specialist, has been before the public for years, growing and beautifying the hair. All women in her establishment is under her personal direction. Her motto is "Honesty" and honest methods in business and advertising will win public favor always." BE INDEPENDENT. Now is the time to learn the art of growing the hair as the demand is greater than the supply. Mme Bedford's "Bedfordine" hair grower is the best made for growing and beautifying all kinds of hair. She also cures "Tetter" at this hair grower and watch the result 25 cents, one ounce box of "BEDFO of hair. She also cures "Tetter" and all scalp diseases. Try a box of this hair grower and watch the results. We will send, upon receipt of 25 cents, one ounce box of "BEDFORDINE" to any address. Agents Wanted Enclose Stamp for Reply Madame S 4241 Finney Avenue. LILY WHITE HAIR Will positively promote the grow removes Dandruff and stops hair from AGENTS WANTED. FRICE 5 Reply lame S. Bedford avenue. St. Louis TE HAIR PREPARE promote the growth of Hair in 3 month stops hair from falling out. ED. FRICE 50c-Per Box. MADE LILY WHITE HAIR PREPARATIONS Will positively promote the growth of Hair in 3 months. Cures Tetter removes Dandruff and stops hair from falling out. AGENTS WANTED. FRICE 50c-Per Box. MADE ONLY BY Madam A. D. Graves 2912 Lucas Ave. ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI Phone: Bomont 1555 BARNETT HAIR GREAT. WELL GROW YOUR Hair. Better what you have tried in the past. BARNETT SYSTEM / Guaranteed to work onborn cases. Make only by a Barnett 2339-a 9-w AG S HAIR GO CREOLE FULL can be combed high or low with or part, full net-founda 24 in., Prepared Crimp Hair. 20 in., Prepared Crimp Hair. 20 in., Raw Crimp Hair. Negro Wigs, with or without part. L Stems Stems straight Kentucky Maid Comb, 60c. Foods at Wholesale to Hair Dressers. Barton Co.'s and Madam Horton's Pre-rague furnished on request. Estab. N HAIR CO. 802 N. B. ST. LOUIS, U. BARNETT HAIR, GROWER WILL GROW YOUR HAIR No matter what you have tried in the past, you should try the BARNETT SYSTEM / Guaranteed to grow hair in the most stubborn cases. Magic only. Miss Emma Barne PHONE BOMONT 2649-W LADIES HA Can be combed high or low with Pompadour or part, full net foundations 24 in., Prepared Crimp Hair. $10.00 20 in., Prepared Crimp Hair. 8.00 20 in., Raw Crimp Hair. 7.00 Negro Wigs, with or without part. 1.75 CREOLE SWITCHES, Short Stems NEGRO SWITCHES, Long Stems CREOLE TAPE BRAIDS Half Wigs. Pompadours Handles CHATELAINE BRAIDS Range Chinese Hair, Crimped or Straight Pressing Irons Kentucky Maid KENTOFT HAIR No.1 Hair Goods at Wholesale We handle The Overton Co.'s, and Price List and Catalogue furnishe M. PETERSON HAIR CO. Sam' C. Duke Hair Goods at Wholesale to Hair Dressers We handle The Overton Co's and Madam Horton's Preparations Price List and Catalogue furnished on request. Established 1866 Licensed Electrician Guaranteed Service 4038 WEST BELLE BLANCHE L. ODEN 4259-w COTTAGE AVE. Notary Public and Stenographer Phone, Lindell 1787-w --- Mmae. Bedford C. W. A S. Bedford St. Louis, Missouri HAIR PREPARATIONS growth of Hair in 3 months. Cures Tetter in falling out. 50c Per Box. MADE ONLY BY HAIR GROWER GROW YOUR HAIR have tried in the past, you should try EM. Guaranteed to grow hair in the Mage only. by Bett 2339-a Chestnut St. St. Louis, Mo. AGENTS WANTED HAIR GOODS ALE FULL WIGS based high or low with Pompadour part, full net foundations Crimp Hair. $10.00. Crimp Hair. 8.00. Crimp Hair. 7.00 with or without part. 1.75 20c. 1.40. $0.00 115c. $2.00 70c. $1.50. $2.00 60c. $1.35 40c. $2.00 30c. 1.50. 90c 20c. 1.50. 90c 20c. to 50c. per Ounce 20c. to 75c aid Comb. 60c. Sale to Hair Dressers Madam Horton's Preparations based on request. Established 1866 CO. 802 N. BROADWAY ST. LOUIS, U. S. A BE A MUSICIAN You can play and one of the following instruments after taking only 30 lessons: Violin, Mandolin, Cello, Flute, Bass Violin, Harmony, Sight Reading and Transposition, Special Attention to Children.—Thomas Melton. STUDIO: 105- N. EWING AVE. Phone: Bomont, 1657-R. For information inquire at WATKINS' PIANO STORE, 2005 LACLEDE AVE. Phone, Bom. 1792-W. PAGE 24 2912 Lucas Ave. ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI HOK BANK bank of china bank of china bank of china TRUCKERS—College, Dear Mill $250, 10 hours, 307 Floor, Building, St. Gouis, Mo. FOR KENT—Non-typed rooms; bath, gas, 3515 Morgant, Phone Bo- mont, 2258 W. FOR RENT—Furnished or unfurn- ished rooms to pre-present people. 4341 West Bell, Orchard Landfall, 2257 R. FOR RENT—Two rooms, farmed rooms for gentlemen or couple Cook, Phone, Landfall, 4398 n. FOR RENT—Two suite rooms, furn- ished or unfurnished. Call-Sunday. 3134 Franklin. (3-29-4) WE BUY DRAFTED MEN'S CLOTHING A. B. If you know of anyone having Clothing or Shoes to sell, we will appreciate it if you call us up or give them our address. We Buy, Sell, Repair, Clean, Alter. PHONE OLIVE 4649. LEVY GREEN & BRO. 612 Morgan Street Colored Men If you want Steady Employment Weekly, Pay, Free Hot and Cold Baths, with towel, soap and all conveniences. Gord Wages: 5600 Manchester Avenues Manchester car on market St. Fare Sc FOR RENT—One unfurnished room, two floor, 2913 Lucas. (3-29-1) ANY ASSERS—Men and women Best Selling Book, for Colored, that eat fit st. Louis. Call S to 10'w. m. 307, Pierce Bldg. (3-29-2) FOR RENT—ambed rooms with modern convenience. $1.50 per week and 1177 West Belle. (3-22-2) FOR RENT—Furnished or unfur- gished rooms, bath, gas, and phone. Ring brindell 5122 R. (3-22-1) FOR RENT—Room, and door front, modern convenience. Godfathers pre- pared. Tel. Delmar 4300 A. (4-35 West Men and women to sell J. and m. cleaning soap. Also crystal wash, at 50 per person. Sells in every home. Ap- ply at Argus Building, 2341 Marke- Property For Sale Look at the following property, which we offer for sale at rare bargains and if any of them suit you for home or as an investment we will arrange terms, and give you our best offer on application at our office. 2 store rooms, lot 23x129. W BELL, 3051-11 rooms. W BELL, 4065-2 story brick, 10 rooms, lot. W BELL, 4311-10 rooms, lot 35 ft. W BELL, 4441-9 rooms, lot 61x140. W BELL, 4482-8 rooms, lot. BELL AVE, 3743-4 rooms, lot 36x147. BELL GLADLE, 2109-8 rooms, lot. 10TANICAL ST, 3065-11 rooms, lot 30x130 feet. ASS AVE, 2405-17 rooms, lot. LARK AVE, 109-9 rooms, lot 23x85. LARK AVE, 2714-6 rooms, lot 25 999. COOK AVE., 3992 - 5 rooms, lot 25 ft. COOK AVE., 4009 - 6 rooms, lot 25 x 102 COEE BRILLIANTE, 4417 - 9 - lot 50 A173 COTTAGE AVE., 4523 - 5 rooms, lot 25 x 153 EAVANS AVE., 3513 - 6 rooms, lot. EWING AVE., 385 - South, lot. FINNAY AVE., 3053 - 9 rooms, lot 25 x 12. FINNAY AVE., 3826 - Stores, 3 rooms and bath. 3401 1008 FINNEY AVE.: 3831—Store and 5 living rooms, 25 foot lot. FINNEY AVE.: 4061—5 story stone front, 25 rooms, lot 25x120. FAIRFAX AVE.: 4174—7 rooms, lot 39x125.2. GOOD AVE.: 2019—7 rooms, lot 29x130. LAWTON AVE.: 3522—9 rooms, lot 25x128. LAWTON AVENUE, 3147 - 9 rooms, 2 story brick stone front. LAWTON AVENUE, 3425 - 9 rooms, lot. LAWTON AVENUE, 3111 LAWLEDE AVENUE, 3424 - 10 rooms. LEEKINGWELL AVENUE, 709 N - 8 rooms, lot 22x125. MAGAZINE ST., 3111 - 6 rooms, lot 30x125. MARNICE PL., 3108 - 8 rooms, lot 30x90. OREGON ST., 1804 - 8 rooms, lot 25x125. PAGE BLV., 3040 - 12 rooms, lot 30x162. PAGE BLV., 3950 - 9 rooms. PAGE BLV., 4947 - 7 rooms, lot. BINE ST., 2927 - 8 rooms, lot. PINE ST., 3428 - 7 rooms, lot 25x155 ft. PRAIRIE AVENUE, 4165 - Lot, 72x114, 1 store and 10 rooms, and lodge hall. ST. FERDINAND, 4234 - 3 rooms, lot 25 ft. pantry and basement. ST. FERDINAND, 4233 W - 7 rooms, lot 28x134. VERMOUNT AVENUE, 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 WE FIX EM QUICK WHILE YOU WAIT Who! The Boston Shoe Shop. We call for your old shoes, make them good as new again and deliver them to your work or home at any time. Deliveries made promptly. Call Kinloch, Victor 1848-L; Grand 833. W. M. P. May, Proprietor, 1102a S. Compton. (3-27-4.) J. W. Ferguson UP-TO-DATE INTERIOR DECORATOR Paper Hanging, Painting, Kalsomining and Wall Paper Cleaning. Lindell 1649 K. No work guaranteed where walls are not properly prepared. 4307a COTTAGE AVE. Try the Accurate Laundry Co. for your rough-dry work. All heavy underwear and flat pieces ironed free. Phone Bonomt 219- Central 4012-8. New Trade School Steele's School of Practical Bricklaying. Conducted in evening classes: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. at 111 SOUTH 43rd ST. John R. Steele, Instructor. Residence address 6126 Vermont Ave. NEW HOME BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday's school, 10 A. M. Preaching 10 A. M. Bible band 1 to 3 A. M. Preaching 8 P. M. Weekly meeting Wednesday and Friday nights. Com- munion 4th Sunday in each month. Rev J. W. Ellington, pastor; Watsie Perry, clerk. MT. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday school, 9:30 A. M. Prenche- ing, 11 A. M. B. Y. P. L. 6:30 P. M. Evening service 7:45 P. M. Teachers meeting and prayer service Wednesday day, 7:00 P. M. Rev. W. A. Harris, pastor. SPIRITUAL CHRISTIAN UNION CHURCH Spiritual Christian Union Church, 2727 Eawton Ave. Services Sundays and Friday evenings at 8:00 o'clock sharp. J. S. Weatherford, rector, assisted by L. Cooper; M. Owens, secretary. NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH 2719 Morgan St. Preaching Sunday at 11 p.m. and 8 p.m. Sunday school 1 p.m. B. Y. P. U. at 6:30 p.m. Communion every second Sunday. Rev. J. F. Greenwood, of Memphis, Tenn. pastor; Rosie Robertson, secretary. WM. ROBERTS PREPARATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF DROPSY Rheumatism and Kidney Trouble. Removes Liver Spots. Excellent, Blood Medicine and all Dyeplasis Diseases Phone Delmoir 1592 *4241 W Kennerly, St. Louis SOMETHING NEW UNDER THE SUN A Real Cure for Rheumatism Japanese Anti-Rheumatism Powders Agents Make Big Money Address: DIXIE SALE AGENCY 3350 Verion Ave. Chicago, Ill. 5,000 Agents Wanted to sell the greatest national war song hit of the age, entitled MY BOY, HE JUST CAN'T, This is the one great song—the expression of a great international crisis. Wherever it has been heard, it has made a decided hit with all classes of people and in some of the leading churches of Chicago, after an announcement and simply the reading of the words of the song, persons have rushed in groups to buy it faster than they could be handed out. Price 25 cta, per-scopy prepaid. A liberal discount given to persons wishing to be agents. Persons wishing to be agents send $1.00 and we will send you a number or copies of the song that you begin selling at once. Persons wishing a single copy, will send 25 cta. Write at once, that you may be the first in the field. This is one song that you can make money on by selling to people of your community. It should be in every home. The song is written about an ideal American mother—the greatest character portrayed in American literature. Send all money by money order or registered letter to AGENTS WANTED Men and women to sell J. and M. cleaning soap. Also crystal wash, at 50 per cent. Sells in every home. Apply at Argus Building, 2341 Market. PIPE FITTER team and Hot Water Radiator A Specialty. Ml Kinds of Stoves Repaired. Call E. M. Paschall 4314-a Lucky St. Louis, Mo. DON'T FORGET. -Lachterman's Market- We Deliver Everywhere Central 7821-R Bomont 216 CHANNING and LAWTON Phone, Bomont 1145 Tailoring and Pressing in Connection. Manhattan Shoe Shining Parlor HARRY BOWMAN, Prn. Cigars, Cigarettes and Tobacco Soft Drinks. All Leading Colored Newspapers "CRISP". Mgr. Shop Shining Dept. Robb. Walks. Aunt. Mgr. John Hale. Mgr. Tailoring and Pressing Dept. 2319 Market St. St. Louis, Mo. 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. Moura Ernest, W. M.; John H. Morris, Sec'. 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, Sec'. J. L. Henderson Lodge 116—Meets 1st Tuesday night of each month in lodge 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, Sec'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 Ernat, Aest. Capt.; Mrs. Alkes Moore, Sec'y. Mount Olive Chapter No. 3—meets 3rd Wednesday night of each month. R. A. James, H. P.; A. R. Thomas, Sec. Phoenix Lodge, No. 79, A. P. & A. M. meets on the regular communications, first Friday in each month. All Master Mastons welcome. Brown Walls, W.M.; Chas. H. Smith, secretary. ARE YOU A PYTHIAN? Don't stand on the corner and see your friends go by. Get in the game! Join the Uniform Bank. Any company in what you meet, Pythian Co. A. offers you spacious inundations. Bce Capt. Givens any night at Pythian Hall. · LADIES EARN BIG MONEY Ladies Earn Big Money, and be Independent. Earn while you learn the best paving trade. Hairdressers and Beauty Culturiers in great demand now. Mme. DeCarroll, an old experienced Hairdresser and Teacher of Beauty Culture will teach you the French and American System in her Blue Book. Artistic Hairdressing. Manicurists. Facial Massage. Scientific Scalp Treatment; Straightening and Growing Hair; Weaving and Making up combings into fine Hair pieces. Make High Grade Toilet Preparations. First Class up-to-date work. Send $2.00 money order for this unexcelled course to The Ideal Co. Box 70, Station C., New York City. TO GROW LONG STRAIGHT HAIR You Need A Real Scalp Food There are so many so-called hair growers on the market, a large number of which are nothing more than perfumed grease. it is no wonder people get discouraged and lose faith in all hair tonics. In deciding what to use on your scalp, be sure and get a remedy of proven merit. Seely's Quinade is a highly medicated pomade that has stood the test of time. It is a real scalp food; it stimulates and nourishes the roots of the hair, causing a natural growth of long hair. Quinade is the invention of an expert chemist and is made under the supervision of an experienced registered pharmacist. It makes the hair soft and smooth and easy to put up in the style desired. To get the best results from the use of Quinade, it is necessary to shampoo the scalp about every two weeks with Seeby's Quinasosap. Quinasosap is made entirely out of pure vegetable oils, principally coconut oil, and is a thorough cleanser. Quinasosap lathers very freely. It leaves the hair soft and fluffy and imparts a refreshing feeling to the scalp unequalled by any other shampoo. Do not accept any substitute, but insist on getting Seeby's Quinade and Seeby's Quinasosap, asking for them by the full name. Price is 25 cents each. If your druggist or dealer does not stock these two articles, ask him to obtain them for you from his wholesaler or send us the price and we will mail them to you. Write to Seeby Drug Co., 79 East 130th street, New York City, for a sample of Quinade, mentioning the name of this paper.—Adv. Dr. Louis Rush Musicians' Hall FOR RENT MARKET AND COMPTON Parties, Lodges, Receptions, Private Dancing Parties etc. All conveniences. P. B. Lankford, 17 N. Channing E. A. McKinney, 2823 Morgan. Remove Freckles, Tan, Risings, Bumps, Blemishes. Have Soft, Fair, Bright Skin—Use Black and White—Sent By Mail, 25 Cents. Just apply Black and White Ointment (for whites and colored folks) as directed on package, to face, arms, neck or hands. It is very pleasant to the skin and has the effect of bleaching dark, to allow brothy skin, clearing the skin of rising, bumps, pimples, blackheads, wrinkles, tan or freckles—giving you a clear, soft fair, bright complexion, making you the envy of everybody. Black and White Ointment laway ahead of powder which only covers up imperfections. Black and White removes them. Sold on a money back guarantee, only $2c (stamps or coins sent by mail, or if you send $1.00 for four boxes of Black and White Ointment, a $2c cake of Black and White Soap included free. Address Plough Chemical Co. Dept. W., Memphis, Tenn. Agenas Make An Easy Living representing us. Apply for territory and special deal. Black and White Ointment sold in St. Louis. M. by. Carpenter Drug Co. successor to Eugene Oulvey, 2011 Lewston Ave. (Chestnut St) corner Jefferson Avenue, and all first class Drug Stores. ```markdown ``` Dr. Wm. M. Riley OFFICE: Jefferson Ave. & Wash St. NOTICE For a limited time only I will make the following prices: Ingrown Nails, 50c. Club Nails 50c. Soft Corns, 5c. Hard erns, 25c. Vascular Corns, 50c. Callous removed from bottom or side of Foot. 25c. and 50c. I also treat Bunions. All extractions without pain. EDWARD J. TURNER.Jr., Chiropodist Colafax 1097-J 4203w Easton at Goode Ave "FORSHAW" REPAIRS FOR "ANY OLD" STOVE 111 NORTH 12th STREET CENTRAL 3491-R MAIN 2043 Bell, Bomont 832 Lawton Ave. Pressing CLUB J. SAMS, Proprietor Gent's Suits Cleaned & Pressed $1.00 Cleaning, Dyeing and Repairing of Ladies and Gents' Garments. A TRIAL IS ALL WE ASK OF YOU 2922 Lawton Ave. Bomont 2726 Central 5048 A. L. Beal UNDERTAKER AND EMBALMER Miss Birdie Beal, licensed embalmer for ladies. Livery-carriages furnished for all occasions. Open day and night. 2726 Lucas Ave. St. Louis, Mo PHONES: Bomont 1844 Central 8371 HOURS: 8-10 a.m. 3-5 and 7-4 p.m. Sunday: 4-6 p.m. DR. A. N. VAUGHN Physician and Surgeon 2336 Market St. St. Louis, Mo. CHAS. H. SMITH Licensed and bonded, electrical contractor. We will wire your old or new house and furnish you fixtures and give you six months to one year to pay for it. Fans rented, sold and repaired. "The rose is red, The violets are blue I need your week And others do too." Call or write me, 2311 Morgan. Be ment 2311 W. Chas. H. Smith. We do Repairing of all aircraft; Packing; Sterling Shipping and such hauling as trunks and quick trips. Moving in Exchange for Furniture. When necessary, when in need Call Bomont 1328 and we will answer. Not only does it whiten dark or brown skin, but it clears sallow complexions, removing all blemishes and leaving the skin fair and soft. By using Dr. Palmer's SKIN WHITENER SOAP you can keep your skin this way. DR. FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER RECOMMENDED AS A SKIN WHITENER FOR CLEANSING THE COMPLEXION SALLOWING DRY SKIN DR. FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER SOAP 15 PARTICULIALLY ADAPTED FOR SENSITIVE, DELICATE SKIN, BEING CLEANSING, SOOTHING AND HEALING. The following letter is a sample of the hundreds we receive daily, testifying to the worth of DR. FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER. Tate Springs, Tenn., July 20, 1917, Jacob's Pharmacy Co., Atlanta, Ga.: Gentlemen:—After having used Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin Whitener, and being as well pleased with the results, I enclose herewith 50c in stamps for which please send me one box of Skin Whitener and one cake of soap. Please send me at once, as I do not want to be without it. When you have said all you can about it, you have not said enough. You truly, Gee. W.Evans SPECIAL SALE OF JEWELRY THE EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER Advertise in The Argus 12 Dr. Fred Palmer's SKIN WHITENER SOAP a sample of the hum of DR. FRED PALMER. Tate Springs, T. Atlanta, Ga.: having used Dr. Freed pleased with the resu please send me one as I do not want to be w have not said enough. Y T ACCEPT IMMIT or sent direct for RMACY CO. ENTS WANT WE FOR OUR LIBERAL SALE OF a sample of the hundreds we receive daily, of Dr. FRED PALMER'S SKIN WHITENER. Tate Springs, Tenn., July 20, 1917, Atlanta, Ga.: having used Dr. Fred Palmer's Skin White- pleased with the results, I enclose herewith n please send me one box of Skin Whitener as I do not want to be without it. When you have have not said enough. Yours truly. Geo. W. Evans T ACCEPT IMITATIONS or sent direct for $25 perpaid. Write RMACY CO. Atlanta, Ga. ENTS WANTED FOR OUR LIBERAL TERMS SALE OF JEWELRY We are offering a large stock of Diamonds, Watches, Chains, Necklaces, La Vallieres, Brooches, Tie Pins, Cuff Links, Bracelets and Lockets at very low prices. Diamond Rings ..... $5.00 to $599 Solid Gold Watches ..... $10.00 to $100 Gold Filted Watches ..... $5.00 to $228 DUNN 14 FRANKLIN O'Clock Satu INDIA HA DUNN MERCANTILE AND LOAN CO 14 FRANKLIN AVE. O'Clock Saturday Evenings. INDIA HAIR GROWER Will Promote a Full Growth of Hair, Will also Restore the Strength, Vitality and the Beauty of the Hair. If your Hair i Dry and Wiry Try East India Hair Grower If you are bothered with Falling Hair, Dandruff, Itching Scalp or any Hair Trouble, we want you to try a jar of EAST INDIA HAIR GROWER. The remedy contains medical properties that go to the roots of the Hair, stimulates the skin, helping nature do Leaves the hair soft and silky. Per with a balm of a thousand flowers. The own remedy for Heavy and Beautiful Black wns, also restores Gray Hair to its Natural Can be used with Hot Iron for Straighten-ent by Mail, 50c: 10c Extra for Post age S. D. LYONS, Gen. Agt., 314 E. 2d St Leaves the hair soft and silky. Per with a balm of a thousand flowers. The own remedy for Heavy and Beautiful Black urs, also restores Gray Hair to its Natural Can be used with Hot Iron for Straighten-ent by Mail, 50c: 10c Extra for Post age S. D. LYONS, Gen: Agt., 314 E: 2d St RAINBOW ae oo oes SST. LOUIS ARGUS ae ere # ey Co one wis —en'preaawes Game ee ected: mm we cen KR cd EMEC” Covet ERB MGIS IAEA FRIST A PES PARE EROS OR ae oc Be ec ho cae AMUSEMENTS AND SPORT ons hl llalt Re 2 ronan econ ere ee acer ees PED-HOT GOW AT THE BQOKTE DUCE an eerste Og Gla - ANalde vile pater fone SIT AS, istic -talede migh"leyc/ the eee a tein preset atta de ss Sash Tygtes Theater thig wen Se Mak Wigginse Mest RL B ES Syml Gtorke Conger wag. ha Ts ae “Readliners | The asbancon eee eis SN dop tol h unatby vos lee oat atte oy Dagsing ix thelr cbc eet: but cool “singitge came, 6 tong lok Sag vGulya arggame dd sf 08 Be RVE RS, wbe-wvertookete) Mackin lage? 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Me how, 7 Ste Re 2 Biss. and Heuer acd Tea, fe ne charbctesaten oly 7 Stsiate So raral gisther and foe e Sasteeta ac, ante Ba ek bats oS oy bain, Pl Avila fie Tipe eh Coe grater hetero ae Bp FS male yar gentiiie, moth nls ct daar mg, eh Gs poudeand Ge Es ee ee / aeetige noue es me.) sane Sn | Tetege Vis Ua cag cab tus at ot cc etibabenece ooo. 2 sur uia ds iets es page a ee a ee eS Ste ate) tee eee Tes Prete eli sts UN let tiae. ath ge Hovpether Troup Bs ee Bete oie Colare’ me Ft hen Pesenes at: Trao 2 an 2 Menkes ther bags “Loh caxate Taek Gs Rn ous ot 4 rear tn i A Ta hc ta RETURN ENGAGEMENT. OF STIL § LER'S TEN STARS. MCQUE | em ee 4 Wee wet nue Gl wee! gw thr Trwker Wasiusut tee Theater next week De coitie Monige. unl Li Tha. wall bi eteemaadig gto thy patron whe yeoman Thm wit. gad artiste: eomiaay «4A pyfiorsirs,, benbed. hy Nandy Saris Abig,eteitel a tensa BBE ek Tio eke tae The “sets wired lactis! hyneh of, a jr Se tes rae Bnd another high-choghoe wey vamvrable scenery aa spleens pole pelitiede ot Lee ig, Rae ee ated apriblise Ginces 56 he. ake” for: 3s necheeel gy t)te oterwebre laps, mit Wig ri eXo a1: aga witle aay a _wiggthtion: ON, Miller's teen Stare’ base ol ate peer “har means packed porore athe BW for every. show col week OMe ge esis shasanteres Naat oe SMARTER SEP OAT THE *- 00 oo SMPBRIAB a Paget vies shaw ey ohn Ye Their a ‘Prices-Are- pha ‘Can eat Pk an = + Salem “Fatt 8 tothey and JI. Homer Tutt age at te Ioserial Thenter this aud Nest wrvk ile the o¢Seamrtes Set.'" Ti 5 twat Sameal ceased, en- titled, My" Pegele, these popular stag base the Beet show they: Have gras, presented eG ee ‘Teainany and ‘theipwscncort consiate of“ iY} Seay: resid Gitemers < A Tn MY Poepie’” the wuthor and manights Lave left Atte to. be ‘ste: sired. The show haxsteba carried to wwabd a scsemit.of anther thas Segrs abeardive “Abed ty mo wore-et the low sate tela plantation 20m Me ee earner ot Jifet-semery, tamdeome costumes, elem Pee Ee eared a ee es PROF,-W. L. GLADSTONE ASTRAL DEAD TRANCE "SPIRIT MEDIUM. * You must positively. bring this edv.” Low FEE 50c “READINGS Tiedt yeas He fon erie op Steve. Pasir are wonderful, Sedinpurstve, adbrce uleaz. infor. ; samy horace aac Som aie te, eae AK ees : ieee week whee bee atl arte a See ee Se ae aii vette SricdeS, ae enet Gime Keate buried tremwres show oe boy She me ee ne pa ed EE Tey Fiaee ie See (eae mode foceee con Behar eee 6124 EASTON AVE. ae woum mO THIS FRI, DAL., SUN. MAK, 29-90-015 _schas NEXT WEEK AT a THE BOOKER WASHINGTON: =Beginning Monday;:April-1st-!oucwn nr , THEATRE 0 LYMPIA 1420 Market St. a The Famous Place For Amusements : OPEN FROM® A. M.TO11P. M. A Real- Good Show Every 2 Hours - IMPERIAL 2° {fast witk ~ BEGINNING SUNDAY, ‘MARCH 31 EVENINGS-10-35-50. MATS. TUES., THURS. SAT.,--10-25¢ ENTIRE. BALCONY RESERVED FOR-COLORED cno%y AMERICA’S-GREATEST COLORED SHOW... . * ’ FORME ‘ [ar] THE, sini HEADED BY ge LEM i J. ‘ ae ET tong, _ “MY PEOPLE” /IN MUSICand MIRTH of A RACE . Everything New and Ahead of theTimes SINGERS-COMEDIANS-DANCERS ie SPLENDID Te PRODUCTION soo . 35-PEOPLE-35. = AHEATRE TWENTIETH AND MARKET be ES ee | LEVERY MONDAY SON OF DEMUCRACY = Tuesday—.Kuth Roland in a “PRICE OF FOLLY” = Coming Soom, Pearl White im THE HOUSE OF HATE SPECIAL FEATURES DAILY, tee eis pOptiigge udsie and po Noe ae fareons “there ak oat variate te the production, Pyabetadt ten tépertnnre ut stony wt eiaubers, Tie second dea sere ve TAA ibepeeting the Mofary Pearsb uf the tice Erwin tbe ph) po Sted to thi civifeatiat wf to Toe Lyastitnb scenes and the Jaman off theses tablenme are. im ae = = Pioteveegnd PRbr, on sade ebargeter Siniee, haba they eb tee wn thee meas vs smal, furngh the ange (or Putts Daisy Murer, in the pars Plarsbe Thowprer. vs graceful and Rie, Leper eaten! Roberta: the ia finial bes y torh sup rang vmier fs apieviity “uneapes tod a tagesival com Ons awn Estetlet Cadh, me the ote iy forttation wf Thsthpie penpals tat tlie athe fu My, Tutt. oThe multigade of Quy fase, minke getting several onepers tis recital wf Me. Whanes "+" ps tir pacuis (Somewhere an Fraley,” aes a ttemedout bit, 1) 4s a rae faowith a meaning. There. isn ht atiwat the popularity af thr shen th the patrons. This is in evidene Feigtont. There is alse the ec prabhe congolating that one has no en Siwerchiarzed. £08 ants. PePie Stuarter Set'’ will renmlin ave st wcek with the rem! matines ae. Tuesday; Thursday, and 3 ast. : eae = Theodore Drury, Opera Impressaric. On - Trans-Continental Recital Tour |Oar city mak look fdrward to an ar absence bre jn Rene Kecgt th hr? Drury, formerts of New York: Bt now ‘of Bostan, Massy Me, Drarr Bhs produce), ‘eifh all: Colored. talent, cape operas “aa? ‘* Nila’? "Faust, eo Mest Gn enlace anes Prag. Mineci?* i. This will be his first trip West since returned frog Europe. The Reeftals I te unconventional, as scenes from peras will be sung in Costume,, ‘THE HOUSE ° OF HATE” COMING TO THE BOKER WASH- INGTON THEATER NEXT . ~ : ‘TUESDAY Pathe's New. Serial, Starring Pearl White, Is a Picture of Thrills ‘and Mystery - , Pathe s biggest serial film: play of wrnters and thrill, "The louse of thee’ wall start at the Tyoker Wash, “ifgton Theater with the first epssoac, pe Th Hooded Terror,"? Tucsday, in Tnest week, April 2. The stars im the Aug serial wre Lear! White and An fea Mereno, Miss White's work is fanous in sexerat big productions whiek Lage twed trewenddus queresses, such fas ceThe Berily of Paulings'? +The Fapluts of Elsine,’? "The [ton Claw," vfeart of the Ariny “vand ‘The Patal in ‘The House of Hate’ thin ‘is thee first time she has appearet with the lark and debonaie Mocenu, S The juetare has a taystery which is plow Wtetesting —teeaise it is, more Yoply intersoven am the plot—than iy Former sefial. Tite chead of the house of Walton. the generations makers of munitions porters this mysterious note: + Make vas tor the trae- Waldon, berg of the Saast far profit out of tiued. shal Siuih out sour Light ant role im yous Laes. Lam come tu claim my own,” Who and what is this mysterious and awful man of is it) a man t—whe Vase senyeance upon the house of Wal Son and upon the beautiful girl, who * yhrough, the vielent death of ber fa pth, beeames ita head hot ia th (question everyone Who sees this seria ‘soll ask. This man's attempts to des T vigv Pearl and throw suspicion of th * mman shit lores amd hera to slefend het self bring, @ thrill in every seen an “a climax at the end of each episode. a, FOF instance, at the end. of the firs the man of mystery kidnaps Pearl, wh “rights with Gresham, the hero. playe * hy Antonio Moreno, and she is place ei ina position of peril as the scene fade S fgomn view: 2 ‘ 7; This is the way every episode move !, Thrills, puneb, fast action, plus a dr matic. stdey, make the ‘House © Hate Tn ttm that will hold the wrver “RETURN ENGAGEMENT OF ees oe EXT “TUESDAY MILLER’S TEN STARS BEAUTY i Fe lead Headed By AND’ rs “CHORUS” F. wi PEARL WHI > Aleg Bese Mere nee <- Opus: “|.” “THE HOUSE: fowee, 2. 9 SEE a “THE EAGLE’S EYE” © CRITERION THEATRE — Nee 2644 Franklin Avenue “3 Re-opened Under New. Management ‘High Class Pictures _ : _. And Special Orchestra Wm. Fox, Pathe, Perfeetion, Triangle and Vitagraph Photoplays . SUCH “PRODUCTIONS: AS OY FOX e, WOLRD - PATHE * METRO. TRIANGLE VITAGRAPH Including Wm. S, Hart and Douglas Fairbanks - Market Near Jefferson, - Sunday, March 31 “GOD'S LAW AND MAN’S"’ A Mosterplay Monday, April 1 Wiuebird Photuplass present “NOBODY'S WIFE" ulso “THE PRICE OF FOLLY" : pe ae? oS Wart in “THE APOSTLE OF VENGEANCE” Wednewtay, April 3 ‘TENDER MEMORIES" ith Chapter of Abraham Lincoln's Life ‘Thurmlay, April 4 “VENGEANCE AND THE WOMAN" = mae 5 a ate a Sa Barcel es 4 " “THE EAGIE’S EYEN a Aruerica's greatt@_ serial written by Wa. J. Plynn; retired chiagvgf the -U. b Sieret Service festoriapeioing Bag: Hitt and Margarita, Snow of (Million Dollar Mystery” cd ‘This serial revonla nil the plots of spy machinations, is highly reeom- ‘mended and approved by Col. Theodore Reéosevelt and other high oficinis in public life, Tt will be shown at the New Movie Theatre every Friday for 20 weeks following the ‘Hidden Hand.’* . Saturday ‘A DAUGHTER OF UNCLE SAM" t¥on of motion pictures goers, Don't fail to start with ‘the firs chapter’ at the. Bookér , Washingtos ‘Theater, next Tuesday, April 2. “ 7, 7 \“The Eagle’s Eye ‘| ‘THE SECRET SERVICE OF- THE . J Bho Z The manggement of the New Movie Theatre, awing to always get what ts the best, feels rewarded, in securing for Kise next serial, (‘The Eagle's Eye!” proclaimed Atweriea's greatest’ photo: serinl, prwhiced by the: famous Whar tou Hyos,; who Drought out ‘Fhe Ex- pluite of Elcns, or‘: Cutehing Hand; written by Wra, J. Flynn, retired chief of the United States Secret Service, ‘and featuring King Baggot, our St: Louis movie star and Margarite Snow of ‘The Million Dollar ‘Mystery’? fame, with an’all star east, ‘This serial has eqgt more-money than any three others eombined. It reveals the apy marhination of humanity's arch enemy, and pictures the horrors that -+ve-pescejouing American, public: had to contend with before the Declaration of war and after. It in’ indorsed highly by our present administration and Col. “Roosevelt who recommends it highly. as educational and instructive’ for our people... The feet cpizede ctied eae Desh’ 1% probably the best piece of photop! ‘work yet done, Don’t mixs Pps April 5, at the, New Movie Theatre, Market and Jefferson. 3 ry an‘Azgus Want ~* " e. ~~ “QUR SPECIAL SERIAL ATTRACTIONS : - MONDAY — % yRDAY —* A ‘Toutday * » ‘*PRICE OF FOLLY'’ “THE HOUSE OF HATE” SPECIAL SELECTED FEATURES Featuring Ruth Roland s Featuring Pearl White. The Best in_the Film Industry TUESDAY SATURDAY e FOX SUNSHINE - “WHE SON OF DEMOCRACY’* ‘“‘VENGEANCE and the WOMAN'’ CHARLIE CHAPLIN Featuring the Life of Abraham Featuring Wa. Duncan and Carol BILLY WEST x Lincoln 1 Holloway LONESOME LUKE Admission Remains the Same. 5 Cents — - en NO eee Se ee 2) Bilt enitis Mb ras NORE RO Oem ier, ft mee onc w Syt0 > Hi AD: op Oe ale = on Sunday, March 31 * Harold Lockwood in ‘\UNDER HANDICAP"* 7 Part Western Masterplay+ Monday, “April 1 “Two MEN AND A WOMAN" A wonderful; interesting drama Billy West in his newest comedy ‘THE ORRERLY"' - | ‘and others i. Tuesday, April 2 ‘BLUEBIRD /PHOTOPLAY Wednesday, April 3 Harold Lockwood in ‘THE SQUARE DECEIVER" ‘Thursday. April 4 Win. Fox presents ie Farnam jn hi greatest picture yot ‘THE CONQUEROR" Victuring the career of Gen: Horton First Texas Govertar Friday, April 5 , 8) Win.’ Russel “IN BAD" , Saturday, April 6 £ “ONE HOUR” A, problem play The Curse of Tkw,’* a’ soul star: ring. drama. of racial pride, will be shown at the Olympia ‘Theatre, 1420 Market St. next Thursday, April 4. “THE HOUSE OF HATE" STARTS "FRIDAY ‘ Rearl-Whifo, the, popalar_photoplay actress, and Antonio Moreso, will be seen at the Olympia every Friday, de- giuning'next Week, April 5, in Pathe’s sorial supreme, ‘The House of Hate.” ‘Thix sensational series ism picture of thrills’ and mystery, revolving around the attempt of an awe-inspiring and'un- known person to destroy Peafl Waldron, heir to the Waldron Munitions. Fac- tory, and hers to defend henelf against im. "6 ‘ Wm. Fox's-most wonderful produe- tidn with’ Wm. Parnum, entitled, ‘The Conqueror,’? picturing the life of Gen- Houston and the early Mexican and In- dian wars, will be show at. ‘The Domet—Theatre,!!— 21st and — Market, ‘Thursday, April 4. -HAVE YOU HEARD IT! The Greatest Patriotic Song Out. “WE'LL GO MARCHING TO -VICTORY WITH YOU’ Words and Music by Thoms Melton The youag Colored poet and musician On at SHATTINGER’S MUSIC STORE y, 210 Olive Bt WATKINS’ PIANO : * 8005 Laclede Ave. By mail, 15 cents, postpaid. _ PENDLETON THEATRE Pendleton and Finney Aves, ~~ KEYSTONE FAMILY ‘DELIVERY ae Compton and Lawten | ..CALL BOMONT 1043... | What Is a. Home Without Some Pleasure? | se STILL “CONTEND--. = ccabeabets Ls : at . ay kel = Ae | LETMESERVEYQU ‘ Can Do It, and Save You Money | keoping Hubby By. the Fireside, TRY IT. Surprise isn and watch the result. _ Just cali Bomont 1043, and we will deliver to any part of the city. No matter how small your. ‘order, it will be appreciated. 5 a oe kL ALL CASE GOODS $1.35 PER CASE a 1043 -_. QUICK SERVICE Phone your order and we will sativer: to any part of the city ~Manhattan - Cafe. N. E. Corner Newstead:and Finney Avenues a NOW OWNED AND OPERATED BY. Robt. Laususe i gt te ed Ft rt “ORCHESTRA UNDER LEROY SMITH . EE OPEN DAILY AT 2:30. oo PROBS Matinee, excopt Sunday,.:..,..5 cenjs Sunday and nights, adults,.,..10 cents Sand War Tux. Sunday, Maren SI, Virginia Pearson in “THOU SHALT NOT STEAL" * Louise Fazenda in “(THE KITCHEN LADY'' Mack Sennett’ Comedy Monday, April Clara Kimball Young in ‘"THE FOOLISH VIRGIN’ Chapter 10 of “*THE HIDDEN HAND’’ and Lonesome Luke Comedy Tuesday, April 2° * fon, Tellegen supported by Mary Faller-in ‘<THE LONG TRATL'* A Paramount Picture Chapter 9 of ©The Red Ace’? ‘nnd “Roaring Liong and Wedding Rolls,” Sunshine Comedy. - ‘ : Wednesday, April's ha George Walsh in ‘‘THE PRIDE OF YORK"* Chapter five of ‘Tho Mystery Ship,” and a two part Comedy Thureday, April 4” {House Peters in ‘THE OF THE AGES" ® Paramount. Picture 3 Chapter 4 of **The Bull’s-Eye’’ “Billy West in his Intest_ comedy “HIS DAY OUT"’ Special—Friday, April 5 Theda Bara in Alexander Duma’s great- ie ‘est work. CAMILLE?! also the fifth series vf ‘THE SON OF DEMOCRACY" and a Keystone Comedy iJ Saturday, April 6 . Wallace Reid and Anita King in “THE SQUAW MAN'S SON’? (A sequel to the Sjuaw Man) “) 7) Chapter 12 of “\VENGEANCE AND-THE WOMAN'* y COMING ““ZEPPELIN’S LAST RAID'*