St. Louis Argus

EIGHT OF THE ELAINE RIOTERS ARE PARDONED RACE DISCRIMINATION IS BLAMED ON CHURCH An Exponent of Truth and Justice VOL. XIII NO. 36 EIGHT OF THE RIOTERS AF Governor Of Arkansas Gives Men Indefinite Furloughs. After Repeated Efforts By The N. A. A. C. P. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. Dec. 21.—Eight prisoners who before Christmas Day were facing the prospect, of finishing out an unexpired term of 18 years of 21-year sentences for participation in the Eiline Race plots of 1910, will start the New Year as free citizens. "Governer McRace, passing upon their cases, after reported efforts of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, will send them to the release, on the day following Christmas to grant the eight men indemnite forwards. Will Burgess, Sikes Fox, John Rattliff, Gilmore Jonkins, Sam Wilson, Charles Jones, E.L. Mitchell, and Will Perkins, the eight men who will benefit by the act of executive clemency. As prisoners since 1919, five of these men have passed their time at work on the state farm, at Cummins, along with scopes of other prisoners working out similar scences. Per Six other prisoners, convicted of a share in the race rioting which took its toll of death at Elaine, Ark., five years ago, have had their sentences commuted to 12 year penalties. Texes sentenced to the electric chair, these six men had their cases carried by counsel employed by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People through the state courts into the Supreme Court of the U. S. A lengthy legal battle was staged before the highest tribunal of justice in the nation and the decision of the state courts that the six men should be made to pay the death penalty for their share in the riots, was (when reversed by the supreme court). Afterwards, the six men agreed to plead guilty to a lesser charge, and a sentenced sentence of 12 year each. Frank and Ed. Heks, Frank McKinney, I. E. Knox, Ed Coleman, and Paul Thall are the six men saved from the chair. Their cases were also had before Governor McRay, but the governor refused to consider the granting of a pardon, or the exercise of executive clemency to lighten their 12 year sentences. Takes New Blow At Japanese Associated Negro Press. SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Dec. 21. —Sixty thousand Japanese are de- rived of their farm interests in this country, and they are the United States Supreme Court during the past week upholding the validity of the so-called antiseropting contract provision in this state's anti-alien land law. These persons must eit- er quit-farming altogether or remain only in the capacity of wage earners. EX-SLAVE LEAVES $1000 Associated Nero Press NEW YORK, N. Y. Dec. 31. When the will of Mrs. Julia Washington, 90 years old when she died, was filed for probate here during the week, it was discovered that she had left more than $1,000 to friends living in the city. Mrs. Washington was formerly a slave, but had left the South at the end of the Civil war and lived North. The money was left to Lee Clayton and his wife and Mr. Clayton's son and wife, who live at 1737 Van Buren avenue. RACE DISCRIM IS BLAMED Utter Failure Of The Christi And Presence Of "Just World Since The Advent Are The Causes, Says Wi Preston News Service COLUMBUS, Ohio. Dec. 31.—Utter failure of the Christian Church to Christianize and the presence of "just as much, meanness, in the world as the advent of Christianity as before" are the causes of disinformation against, Negroes, Dr. Gilbert H. Jongs, president of Wilberforce University declared in addressing a meeting to promote "Racial Co-operation and Understanding." The meeting was attended by a large number of prominent colored and white people. Bruno Lasker is Speaker Dislike of colored people is due to ignorance of the true characteristics and economic conditions of the race rather than to instinct and such feelings may be obliterated. Bruno Lasker, New York, executive secretary, Race Relations Commissions of National Conference on Christian Way of Life, declared. A group of songs was sung by a quartet from Willberforce University and a solo was sung by Mrs. Helen J. Williams. The meeting was under the auspices of Columbus Urban League of which N. B. Allen is executive secretary. Rev. Gilbert S. Coz president, another speaker, defended the Christian Church, declar- The St. Louis Argus KAPPAS HEARD W. T. VERNON LAST SUNDAY Bishop, With His Rich Experience, Tells His Hearers What It Means To Give And To Receive. Bhahn W. T. Vernon of Kansas delivered the sermon to the Kappa Alpha ISt. on Sunday morning, December 28 at the St. Paul A. M. E. Church. He dwelt on the gifts of the Son of God to man. He spoke of what brings brought to earth and gave to humanity, then developed his theme "gifts' and Giving." He said in part: "At this Christmaside the giving of gifts is a universal custom wherever is Christianity. A gift implies a party both of the first and second part, the one who gives, the one who is receiving. Is it not unlikely possible that many times gifts are made as a matter of policy and not because the giver is prompted by high regard or love? The gifts from above are for all and have never the thought of reward. Have we each fully received the gifts. "To as many as believed on Him gave He power to become the sons of God." Do we fully conceive the possibilities within this verse: "Power to become the Sons of God." Possibilities without limit, unlimited by men, not possible of imprisonment. No man or set of men can suppress and forever retard "Sons of God." Because of this promise and fact, I always see a gay of hope for our Group. I see eternal contact with the Divine presence. May we not invite our personal gifts, today and now? While we have enthusiastically dislabeled our gifts from friends this Yuletide to other admiring friends, how fully we have taken stock of the greater inactions and gifts from above? Let them, he stratified in our minds today and now, take, health, talents, opportunity, friends, home, comfort, wealth, social standing, power, applause—of men. As we each rode here to this city in every comfort, we saw poverty leam and stark, we left it behind us, we passed on every side those in want, those who like Markham's "Man With the Hoe" are helpless, hopeless wretches and failures to whom the future points but misery, obscurity, and utter darkness. How blessed are we! The big hour has arrived for any man who is willing to pay for his blessings, big in the great mark, big in the moment to rank, big in the one that matters. How can we best give? The big hour is at our door: "To us much has been given, of us will much be repaired." As fraternity man of affairs, we each seek to master our culinary, to know the mysteries of science, the beauty of life, the value of industry, the vital and necessary place of religion in the life of man. To do this means to have required much. It has its corresponding obligations, that of all received, are must give—give abundantly. The world experts are enailed in this season to make an invoice, to take stock. We check up our material possessions yearly. We are anxious as to CONTINUED ON PAGE SEVEN ing many pastors are interpreting race intolerance as un-Christian. "Race discrimination ought not to be present; but it is." Dr. Jones said. "The problem is so enormous, so detailed in its ramifications and so suspicious. It wonder if we can do anything about it. Christianity is a fine bunch of theological doctrines. There is none better in the world, but it is a bunch of theological doctrines to be put-off on some one else. Christianity doesn't seem to Christianize and the world goes on with just about as much cussiness in it as before Christianity came. "Ordinary Human Problems" "Race discrimination is just an ordinary human problem with lots of the devil in it. Back of the effort to restrict the Negro to certain blocks and districts of the city is a motive that has not been shown. What does the other fellow get out of disintering the Negro? Some form of the prejudice has existed since time immemorial, which has not always been on color lines. Where one race is blunt to another and held as bondmen and serfs, the subjected race has had to go to turn what the colored people endure. "People wish for tolerance the Published In The Interest Of Colored People PRES. COOLIDGE RECEIVES THE OMEGA PSI PHI Fraternity Delegates Visit Arlington Cemetery And Place Wreath On Grave Of Col. Charles Young. Preston News Service. WASHINGTON, D. C., Dec. 31.—The Omega Psi Phi fraternity established eleven years ago at Howard University, which met here in annual conclave December 27-31, was received by the President on Monday, December 29. It was the first time a President has greeted a body of colored university men. Arlington cemetery was visited by the delegates after the visit to the White House. Wreaths were placed on the tomb of the unknown soldier, and on the grave of Col. Charllet Denton Young. a member of the Omega Psi Phi, who reached the highest rank in the United States army ever attained by a colored man. The convention adopted a national program to bring about a sane and intelligent racial leadership of the colored people of America through the organization of its college-trained men and women. Geo. L. Vaughn Elected Gr. Basileus Of Omega Psi Phi WASHINGTON, TD. C., Jan. I—Special to the St. Louis Argus—Geo. L. Vaughn of St. Louis, Mo., was elected Grand Basileus of (Omega Psi Phi, which closed their four-day session here last night, J. W. McClain, Vice Grand Basileus and Walter Mezey, Keeper of Records. Tuskegee, Alabama, was chosen as the next meeting place. Two White Youths Given Long Terms For Slaying Man Preston News Service. "MORRILLON, Ark., Dec. 31—Earl Hudson, aged 20 (whiter was found guilty of second degree murder in connection with the slaying of Lad Thomas by a jury in Conway county Circuit Court. Tuesday afternoon, and Judge Bullock imposed a sentence of 21 years in the state penitentiary. After the jury had brought in a verdict of guilty against Hudson, his confessed companion in the crime, Thadie Bartley, aged 16 years, pleaded guilty and was sentenced to five years in the state reformatory, at the end of which time, when he beceived usage he will begin serving a sentence of five years in the penitentiary along with Hudson, who the court said his term might be shortened upon Bartley's good behavior in the reformatory. Attorneys for the defense attempted to prove Hudson irresponsible and introduced evidence of insanity during his boyhood days. HOME DAMAGED BY FIRE The Home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Herry, 4231 Sacramento avenue, a frame structure, was damaged by fire during the week. The loss is covered by insurance. 106 YEARS. OLD MAN SUES FOR DIVORCE Associated Negro Press. 'RALEIGH, N. C., Dec. 31—Charging that she had deserted him for five years. William Smith appeared before the Wake County Superior court this week and filed suit for divorce from his wife, Mrs. Lou Hinton Smith. Smith is 106 years old and has been married to his present wife for thirty years. HOWARD YOUTH STABBED IN CRITICAL CONDITION Preston News Service. WASHINGTON, 1D. C. Dec. 31. Cifford O. Smith, 21, of Hartford, Conn. stabbed in the lung in a freshman sophomore melee, following an inter-class debate at Howard University, was said to be in a critical condition in Freedman's hospital. The outer covering of his lung was punctured. Smith was a graduate of Hampton in the class of 1923. He was a prominent candidate for quarterback for next season's team at Howard. Walter Miles, sophomore in the college department, is being held at the Eighth precinct station. He is said to be responsible for Smith's condition. According to custom, a rush is in ordez after the annual freshman sophomore debate. The debate, to decide the resolution, "That the Negro Should Form an independent Political Organization," fed to a warmer clash than usual, between the sophomores of the "regulars" and the freshmen who would imitate the "renegades." The freshmen, having won the debate, the sophomores attempt to settle the question by a demonstration of physical superiority resulted in the stabbing. He who cannot sleep finds his bed badly made. TWO FOREIGN MISSION DAYS IN ST. LOUIS Mission Symposium Will Be Feature. Sessions In The First Baptist Church At Cardinal And Bell. Dr. L. K. Williams, Chicago; Dr. J., E. East, Philadelphia'a; Dr. Chas, Satchell Morris Of Virginia; Are Among Notables To Attend. The Baptist Churches of St. Louis have united in an effort to raise St. Louis' mota of a $25,000 Christmas fund, launched by the Foreign Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention, (Cus.) of America. The two local associations through their ministries and heads of military conventions, are urged in this effort under a special committee chosen to put the drive over. St. Louis Baptists have been asked for $2,000. Envelopes have been furnished each pastor in the city and individual members of the several churches are urged to make a Christmas offering to African Missiones of at least one cent for each Christmas they have lived. It is understood that hundreds of people are giving one dollar or more and then do not feel that they have done anything beyond their duty. St. Louisans On Foreign Field One of the impinging motives in this effort, it is pointed out by the leaders is that two St. Louisans, the Rev. J. C. Custon and his wife, Ella Mia Caston, are now in Africa, having been sent there by this board to do missionary work. One of the 20 or more four minute speakers who appeared at the local churches, last Sunday the Rev. J. C. Custon have said that the Rev. J. C. Custon has been struck on with the African mission, an frank when I say to you that if after promising him you would support him, you let him lay sick expecting to hear from you in vain then. CONTINUED ON PAGE SEVEN FORMER ST. LOUIS PASTOR EXPELLED FROM CHURCH NASHVILLE, Tenn., Dec. 31, Rev. D. Rev. D. McGhee, a former pastor of St. Louis, has been discharged from the Southern Methodist Episcopal church as results of a case growing out of his activity with the Ku Klux Klan in using his pulpit and church for distributing propa ganda favorable to that organization. The church committee of appeals, to which Rev. McGhee carried his case, after being convicted of immorality in falsehood and bearing on four counts by a trial committee in conference, upheld the findings of the court, fixed the penalty of the minister at expulsion from membership in the Southern Methodist Church. INDIANA' LEGISLATURE SEES KU KLUX MENACE INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. Dec. 31.—It is reported that a message threatening the program of the state legislature has been sent out to all of the highs officials of the Ku Klux Klan in this state enlisting them as backers. The members of the Klan declare that they have a definite program in view, which they intend that the state legislature shall follow. DOCTORS CURTIS REMOVE TO A NEW LOCATION Dr. William P. Curtis, physician and Dr. Thomas A. Curtis, dentist, have removed their offices from 2266 Market street, to their new location, 615 N. Jefferson avenue, between Washington and Lucas where they will be pleased to see their patients and friends. The Curtis's were among the pioneer colored men to locate in St. Louis and the urban civic and social affairs of the city. Both of them, it is understood, have acquired quite a hereditary practice in their profession. MAY FORBID USE OF WORD 'MOOSE' BY NEGRO SOCIETY Because they used the word Moose in their title—the Paramount Progressive Order of Moose, a colored secret society of this city, has been summoned to appear in the circuit court today to give reasons why an injunction should not be issued to the Loyal Order of Moose, a white secret society, prohibiting the use of the word Moose in the name of their organization. The petition charges that the Negro lodge has falsely represented to prospective members that membership entitles them to—privileges of two Moose homes at Mooschart, Ill. and Moosehaven, Fla. It is further charged that the defendant organization secretly obtained the by-laws, rituals and emblem of the Moose Lodge and an injunction is asked to prevent such ARGUS WORTHY BOYS DINNER BIG SUCCESS More Than A Hundred Lads Gather At Y. M. C. A. And Enjoy Treasure Hunt. Committee Thanks All Who Contributed To Its Success. Over one hundred boys enjoyed the dinner and treasure hunt at the Y. M. C. A. last Friday afternoon. This fete was given by the St. Louis Argus for the benefit of the many worthy boys of the community, who possibly did not have the big Christmas dinner or presents that many of the more fortunate boys enjoyed. The committee on boys made a careful selection of boys for the occasion. Many of these boys had never visited the Y. M. C. A. before. The committee on autos provided cars to convey the boys to and from their homes, while the committee on dinner and gifts saw to it that each boy had a big dinner and a present. The presents were mainly ties, caps and stockings. Some of the more needy cases were given hams, buckets of lard and sides of bacon. The committee was not able to get a complete report on theickets put in, but more is almost complete. A financial report will be made next week. Wheatley Branch Xmas Tree Over two hundred children, were martyred at the big community Christmas Carol at the gymnasium of Pixley Abbey Irland. Arranged for Friday, December 26 at 2 o'clock. The atmosphere was charged with the real Christmas spirit as the boys and girls who were not daunted "In the least by the severe cold of ice and snow, came teeming full of delight to the big Y. W. C. A. Festival for worthy children of our community." And -Ol' my-O! me, how they did cheer at the right of the beautiful electrically -lighted tree and of dear old Santa Claus, who was so generous in dispensing -gifts of stockings, candies, toys, and horns to every one assembled. And then the big Christmas Carol singing followed by the wonderful Christmas story told by Miss Aeola Hyatt from the Children's Room of our St. Louis Public Library seemed to climax the after-wood's interrupted silence, which will retell the story of how much joy was brought to all who attended the first Annual Y. W. C. A. Children's Christmas Festival. Surely no one who assisted felt happier over the success of the whole affair than the Executive Secretary, Mrs. Mattle Dover Young, and her staff and Mrs. Pearl Ruby Pordieu who was assisted by Rev O. C. Maxwell, pastor First Baptist Church and Mr. Chas. Turpin, manager of Booker FOURTEEN PAGES MILLION DOLLAR NEGRO VENTURE Plans Complete For Eight Story-Business Building And Hotel. Mine. Evelyn Horton, Moving Spirit In The New Enterprise. One of the latest business ventures among the collected people of the city is the announcement that plans have been completed for erection of an eight story the roof building and hotel at the northwest corner of Pendleton and Fimary. According to the announcement, the Evelyn Horton, a well known business woman of the city, is the moving spirit in the project, and the new building will carry the name "Horton" which is the trade name of Mine. Horton's products. In the present plans, the building will have a theatre, roof garden, stories on the ground floor as well as living rooms and will which completed, cost approximately $1,000,000. The location of the proposed building is by a fast-growing community of the city, and is regarded by many as a very suitable place for such a project. WHITE WOMEN OPPOSE NEGRO BATHING BEACH Prairie News Service WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 21. Possibly no single movement in Xegro life in American has received more varied protests than the tentative plans for the establishment of a bathing beach for Negroes at the Tidal Basin, a short distance from the new Lincoln Memorial. At first Negroes from all parts of the country raised a loud protest against the plan, terming it a "Junecow" movement; then various white organizations complained about the "fearness of the beach to a single one for whites; the beach to a multi-one for blacks; the beach to the various clubs of whiterich women (white) in Washington. Mrs. John B. Sherman, president of the Federation of Women's Clubs (white) has written to Secretary Weeks, debouncing the plan in sentimental terms. She says in part: "I want to protest against such a procedure. This is not a question of time, but a question of keeping the beautiful for Washington, the city of the whole people of the United States." UNCOVER SEGREGATION OF INDIANA PRISONERS INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Dec. 31—As the results of an investigation carried on in Marion County following a report of the mistreatment of prisoners in the county jail—a freight condition of segregation was reported to Judge A. B. Anderson. The Sheriff of the County jail, H. Snider, is said to have piled white amates three deep in the prison where the prisoners were required to sleep on the floor. In addition to this, the latter were served half cooked food in mugger quantities, and allowed a too limited amount of time to eat the same. Sheriff Snider adhere the charges placed against him, whereon Judge Anderson declared that he would take steps to remove the colored prisoners to other quarters during their confinement. District Attorney Elliott told Judge Anderson that he had previously communicated with Washington officials about remaling Federal prisoners from the jail and had even boarding the prisoners at the state farm, but that no reply had been received from the attorney general about the matter. ATLANTA N.& IS INDICTED Rev. R. D. Stinson Charged With Neglect Of The Students; Poor Food; Filthy, Vermin Infested Beds; And Misused Money. ATLANTA N.&I. PRINCIPAL IS INDICTED FOR CRUELTY STILVA, Ga., Jan. I.—Charging crashes and neglect of the students entrusted to his care and control, the Enton county grand jury returned an indictment against the Rey, R. D. Stinson, principal of the Atlanta Normal and Industrial Institute. It is said the indictment resulted from a special report made by a committee of grand jurors who made a perennial investigation of the school a short time ago, and who admitted from the state department of education, whose inspectors had made an unfavorable report regarding the conduct of the institution. It was charged by the grand jury committee that Stinson was unable to supply any records of money collected for the support of the institution, although he is accustomed to make periodical trips throughout the country, and especially in the New England states collecting funds for the school. It was to the report of the grand jury committee it was disclosed that the housing and sanitation were in a poor condition. The beds were and vermin infested, and the insufficient in quality Preston News Service A Square Deal For Every Man GREEKS DEPART FROM "CITY OF HOSPITALITY" Fourteenth Grand Chapter Meeting Of Kappa AlhuPsi In St. Louis Is Brilliant And Noteworthy. New York Chosen For 1925. Earl Dickerson Is Elected New Polemarch and Clarence Hunter, Vice. The fourteenth annual Grand Chapter meeting of the Kappa Alpha Pi Fraternity came to a close here Wednesday night, after a great session, which was heralded as one of the most successful in the history of the noble Greek organization. Over 250 members and 25 pledges, coming from every walk of the business and professional world, and representing in this country and a number of foreign societies were in attendance St. Louis lived up to her reputation as the City of Hospitality by throwing open her doors to the host of every possible accommodation for the meeting. A short meeting of the board of directors of the fraternity opening the session Saturday afternoon at which time business of the fraternity was elaborated upon following which the Guide Right Commission came together. The latter body worked out plans to pat the Guide Right Movement on a thoroughly national foundation, and to extend its works so as to touch thousands of high school students over the centre country. At subsequent business meetings plans closely related to the Youth Movement were put on foot for the ensuing year, which were the establishment of scholarships and provisions for the student in approximately a dozen colleges. Alumni chapters also report elaborate building plans for their local chapters. The most touching and impressive occasions of the business session were the presentation of the Laurel Wreath to R. S. Abbott, editor of the Chicago Defender, and Elder W. Diggs, one of the founders of the fraternity and the brains of its ritual, and the memorial services in commemoration of deceased members. The chapter reports showed that the arduous active divisions are making rapid strides forward and are accomplishing much to help the good of the collegiate student. The chapter report of the fraternity was unusually good showing a big excess of funds. The local chapter established a precedent when they presented the fraternity a silver jacket as a token of honor and esteem. The public sessions of the meeting were well carried out in spite of extreme cold weather. Bishop Wm. T. Vernon delivered a splendid annual sermon, stressing the need for service and religious devotions on the turt of college men. In the afternoon Dr. Gilbert Jones delivered a message at Poro College, which was fertile with sound thought and deep philosophy. Gay Social Functions The social affairs of the meeting began Monday morning with a complimentary breakfast dance, given by the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. On the evening of the same day, the guests and friends of the Kappas were entertained by the St. Louis Alumun Chapter at its Second B-Alumun Prom for which 700 invitations were sent out. On Tuesday evening the local chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, entertained as their guests, to CONTINUED ON PAGE SEVEN and quantify to properly nourish the students. **Clever Money Solicitor** According to the report of the department of public welfare several prominent citizens of Atlanta have been given by Stinson as reference but investigation disclosed that these men had little or no personal information about the school except what they got from Stinson. **Cruel Treatment Charged** Several witnesses testified before the grand jury as to alleged cruel treatment of the students by Stinson and his wife, declaring that on several occasions little boys a n d girl had run away from the institute seeking homes and refuge elsewhere in the village where weltps and strips on their bodies where they had been severely beaten. **Enrollment Misrepresented** Stinson asserted to the special committee, it was reported that there were between 150 and 175 at the school, but the special investigators were able to discover only 13 students. **Buildings Delapidated** The buildings of the school are in a badly delapidated condition, according to the grand jury committee report. It was also stitched that Stinson, who has operated the institution for the past thirteen years, has acquired several acres of land in the Western Heights section, holding some of it in his own name and some St. Louis Argus 1925 PRICE 5 CENTS Society AND LOCAL NOTES Archie Lee Dobson has been con- fined to bed for several days. Mrs. Della Mitter of Nashville Teen is house guest or Mrs. Larry Springer. Lloyd Norris, teacher at Ellendale- ville "A" will entertain a few college days at his home this week. Miss Consuela Mansifee of 4415 knight avenue gave a noon-day dance at her home New Year's day. Mrs. Sandy Foulk of 4419 cooks as his house guest for the holidays at her Mrs. James M. Harvey of Chicago. Mr S. R. Pender of 420 Gole Hall availance, and as his daugher goss Christmas day Mr. H. S. Hub and mother. Mrs E. S. Galley and her sister, Mr. Angie Clement of 4322 Eight age have a New Year's eve dance with husband to S. a. in. 433 and Mrs. George Clark, 4359 Cook availance, entertained the mem- berry of the Boma Fife Club with a minimous turkey dinner, Christmas night. Mr William R. Petry, 4236 N. St. street second bedroom hears has gone on a landing trip to the Cumberland mountains. Mr. Amos Owen is in chair during his absence. Mist Luna Maua Anderson of De- 1911, Michigan, was called suddenly in this city on account of the farn- ness of her father, William L. Skag- ing in 1910 Windsor Place. Mrs. Meredith Johnson and two daughters of Chicago, Ill. are spending the Christmas holidays in St. Paul as the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Tilbenga Uropalaw, 21 No. Channing. Mrs. Margaret Cross of 2328 Lucas Avenue and Mrs. Eva Woods Fox of 2328 Franklin Avenue, spent the week in Junction II, Illinois, visiting their parents, Mrs. M. Cross and Mr. William Woolley. Dilhon W. E. Verhoe of Kansas City, Rep. L. N. Smith, Chicago, Editor Abbott of Chicago, and Dr. J. E. Dibble of Chicago, visited their parents on Tuesday, visiting Dr. and Mrs. Chase, H. Phillips, 1229 W. Holle. Mrs. Laura Hinkle, who met with friends at her home last week, visited her again, where she would be pleased to her friends to call, 2328 Franklin Avenue. Mr. and Mrs. John Bigham, 2377 Eugene Street, have returned, happy with spending the Christmas holiday with their mothers, Mrs. Alice Bigham and Mrs. Nancy Harris or Champlain, IL. Major Walter Loving and wife of Los Angeles, California, are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. James Bush. 1143 W. Cote Brilliant, Mass. Hazel Alexander of Indianapolis, Indiana, is also their guest. Nice Richard Jones of the Chicago Defender staff, and J. Armstrong, competed with the Library Life Insurance, both of Chicago, over the guests of Edward E. McJennard of Knight, this week. Most Elma Dayton, of 4338 Earlway, announced on New Year's day from 5 to 9 in honor of Miss Jessica Corliss, an accomplished pioneer of New York, who is the guard of Miss Elma Dixon, 4199 W. Wilson. Mrs. Hazel McDaniel of 4338 En- trance, a midnight dancer, Tuesday complimentary to, the visiting her sister, Miss Blanche Mc- daniel will depart Sunday, January 4 in Columbia, Ohio, where she will study in the University of Missouri. Mr. and Mrs. N. A. Williams FSS Lucky street, served a real Christmas dinner Sunday preceding from 1 to 4 p.m. Mrs. A. Williams FSS, Mrs. M. Gibson Mrs. A. Holloway, her brother and sister Mr. M. B. Young and Mrs. M. E. Davis, Ron Barrett and Little Mary. Miss Jillie and Clayda Witte- leigh of 4110 West Belle gave a re- ception on Sunday from 8 to 9 a.m. complimentary to Miss Carrie Baker, who was a teacher in Washington. West Belle received on the same evening from 2 to 9 in honor of the Belles and Bears. ATL. Christmas, eye night, when the unmerged in honor of their children, arrives in Chicago. A lakes, and elaborately decorated Christmas-tree was signified of the occasion. After the distribution of gifts from the tree, the Storm Glee Club entertained and mentored prevailed then the night. MF and Mrs George Holt, 217 N. Bernard avenue were at home and cordially received fifty friends Xmas Messages complimentary to Mrs Holt's mother, complementary to Mrs Holt's mother, Mrs Elizabeth Lipscomb, 250 Lawton boulevard. It was Mrs. Lipscomb's birthday, she has reached a the age and was the honored guest. Mrs Holt is kindly decorated with holly and chrysanthemums. Candles on the beautiful birthday gifts told Mrs Lipscomb's age. The numerous gifts she gave were of respect, which her children and friends have for her. Mr. Teemsch Bradshaw accompanied by his wife and mother, are in the city for a short visit. Mr. mrs. Mrs. W. T. Bradshaw, 4040 Enright earned Christmas morning with a breakfast dinner. Miss Ania Coppelman, of 4200 W. Belle, spent several days with her parents in Kansas City, Ms. Mrs. Nellie Angie, 4200 Elmer ave. spent the Christmas holidays in St. Paul, the guest of her son. Miss Goldin Edwards of Anguin, Mo. is visiting her cousin, Mrs. William Wallace of Momouth, III. Miss Ruby Mal McKnight and Animal, Sawyer of Tahoma, Kan. are the guests of Miss Tracie Mosby, 4600 Garfield. Miss Macie Spoits a freshman at the Michigan State College is spending the holidays with her parents of Cottage留. Mrs. Sophie Washington of Barrie, Ill. is in the city spending the holidays with her cousins, Mr. and Mrs. N. Lawson. Mrs. Annie M. Smith of 4215 Coors ascuse left Saturday morning December 27 to visit relatives in Corsicana, Texas. Miss B. Tarnsworth, niece of Mrs. Miss Springer and granddaughter of Mrs. Jennifer Porter died in Los Angeles, Calif. Dec. 27. Mrs. J. Roger Dugge, of 4073 Coor avenue, has gone to Pittsburgh, on account of the death of her father Mr. James E. Brown. Mr. Abraham I. Lee is with the National Benefit Life Inc. Coors Washington, D. C., with district of at 7:52 P.M. street. Mr. and Mrs. George Carter of 1517 Pohlahtown avenue, near visiting Mr. Mrs. Wallace Hulland of 6010 S. Mary Street, Chicago, IL. Dr. J. J. Wilkinson, the petrified Rector of Grace Church, Kirkwood, will preach at All Saints Church, Sunday morning at 11:00 o'clock. Dr. Claps Henry Phillips, Jr. 4200 W. Belle and as dinner guest Tues- day, Hikari W. W. Vernon, Robert S. Abbott, officer Chicago Defender and Roy N. L. Smith. Little Miss Holland Frank Cald- well, 4257 West Belle Place, opera- tional 20 of her little friends at a birthday party Dec. 27. Many valuable presents were given her. Mr. John L. Cooper and family en- tertained at dinner Sunday, Rev. and M. P. O'Dwant and daughter, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Calvin Stevens, the Williams and Curtis Taylor. The Misses Sabir R. and Alice E. West of 1455 St. Ferdinand avenue, left Christmas night to spend the holiday with their cousins, Dr. and Mrs. Iowy W. West of Arkansas. Mrs. Gee M. Hall and Gee M. Jr. arrived in the city Friday to spend some time with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. Cox, 435 W. Belle Place. Mrs. Hall will be remembered as Mrs. Patti Cox. Robert S. Albegt, editor, Chicago December press, an interested visitor of the Argus office this week. Mr. Albegt was here for the purpose of attending the Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity of which he is a member. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Almud of 1455 W. Belle Places at home to friends Christmas day and served a delicious dinner. Those present were, Mr. Marcia Harris, Mr. J. C. Campbell, Mr. A. L. Gardner and Miss Mary Sampson. Mr. E. J. Reel, a Senior of Lincoln University, Points, class '25, and brother of Prof. Clas. M. Hyrtl, Prism of Lovewell, Public Schools is visiting the University Alpharetta as a delegate to the American Alpharetta and expires to remain a foreign. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Hardy of 3223 Washburn on aviation, entertained 724 guests with a dinner party Saturday. The guests were hour and expressed themselves as spending an enjoyable evening. Vibrant decorations were in evidence. Miss Edith Shephard, and Mr. Dennis, sixteen were quietly married Wednesday ever. Dec 21 at 7:00 Wash street with a host of friends present. Rev. H. W. Wexing, official, seven people departed for the University. A holiday holiday cousin, Miss Eddie B. Shephard. Misses Marie Spotts, Farrin Howard, Noyce-Batch, Andrea Mitchell, M.Fances Henderson, Grace James and Larette Herd. The evening was pleasantly spent. Mr. and Mrs. Lee A. Generally of St. Clair, Mrs. who have been residents of St. Clair for more than fifteen years celebrated their Golden Aการessary on Dec. 25. The couple have 1 children: 14 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Generally is 71 years old and Mr. Generally 74. His only brother, Mr. T. J. Murphy was present, Mrs. M. Duckworth, Mr. J. T. Battle and Mr. and Mrs. Hampton were dinner guests. The beautiful home of Mr. and Mrs. Kendall, Kent, 6801 gardel, presented a beautiful home for Mrs. Tan Society Club enriched these hardships. A delightful funeral was served. Mr. Bowles, won the prize, and the body. The guests were Mr. Emails, Mr. and Mrs. L. Winsby, Mrs. B. Howard and Mrs. M. Sophie Washburn. The Christmas spirit, yip-yip, filled the room. Mrs. E. Lawson reports. Belle was a host to the Anniversary Club at the N. M. C. A. on Saturday evening. Miss Iris Breathen of 4439 Earl- rway avenue on a card party Tuesday af- ternoon at her home. Mall your order in today for your chemical cleaning and spot removal Qla. Qla. 25c; for your 000- Grogs Chemical Co. D08 3, 14th St. —Adv. One of the very attractive affair- gives for her sitting so on the floor was a gift given by Miss Dorothy Brockman of St. Ferdinand avenue. The informal dinner was a con- tained by Mrs. Riddle Rood of Albert avenue, the afternoon of Tuesday, December 30. A musical program was rendered. Miss Fibel Stevenson, Stone of 4147 Grated is spending the holidays in Chicago the guest of her nunt Mrs. Anna Stevenson. She will return Saturday. Miss Jessica Caryling of New York was the honor guest at a midnight show New Year's Eve, given by Miss Ethel Hoffman at her home, 1625 Arlington avenue. Mr. Caryling Thompson of 1213 Jones street determined the West End Matrons Club at her residence on Monday afternoon, the 22nd. A delightful evening was spent. Mr. Wain, O. McMahon of 1438 Miss Michelle Williams of 4110 West Belle was a hostess to her 500 Club on New Year's morning. Quilty of a few visiting soils were additional guests. Mrs. Jessica Stone Phiper, 1708 N. 90th Street is spending the holiday in Chicago with her sister, Mrs. Ophelia Johnson, who is sparing no ruths in making it pleasant for her. She will return Saturday. Mr. and Milton Fields of Waterloo town, were the honour guests at a reception given by Mr. Efdis's sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Efdis, who were attending Monday evening with whom they spent the holiday season. A very enjoyable evening was spent at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Malone, 142 Fifth Street, Dec. 20, when their daughters, Misses Adelle and Bobbie Billie, entertained a number of their friends with a whist party. Among the social events of the season was that of Mr. and Mrs. Rosemary, who entertained with a whisper day in home of Mr. and Mrs. Clas. Wheeler of Franklin avenue, parents of Mrs. Vaughan. Among the other guests were Miss Essie Wheeler, Doris Wheeler, Mr. and Jmc. Wheeler of Clark avenue. A delightful dinner was by all. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hogan, 129, S. Thirl St. entertained at alumner, Dec. 25. Covers were laid, for 49 guests and an elaborate four-course meal was served. Among the guests were Mrs. and Mrs. Neff Young, Mr. and Mrs. J. Daniels, Mr. and Mrs. Bradley, Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Hogan, Messers (Chas. E. Narrington and W. G. Gordon). Mrs. Stafford Robinson and Miss Lillian Witten of 701 Walton avenue were hostesses the afternoon of Tuesday, December 30 at a luncheon in honor of Miss Born Dine Baker of Detroit; who is the guest of Miss Laura Belle Robinson of 472 Humphrey St. Additional guests include: Miss "carl" Wheeler, W. Washington; C. McMilton Flights of Waterloo, In.; Mrs Katherine Dye of Detroit; Miss Dory Crowley, Miss White Mosee, Miss Laura Belle Robinson, Miss Clypin Williams and Mrs. Wm. G. McMahon. Mr. and Mrs. Bryon K. Armstrong and daughter of Pasdonell, California, are spending the holidays in the city. Mr. Armstrong who is chairman of the Board of Directors of the Alpha Kappa Ipsilon fraternity, convening here is professor of Mathematics in the University of Kansas. Mr. Mrs. Armstrong a graduate of the New England Conservatory of Music, has recently joined her husband in Kansas City and will conduct a conservatory of music there. While in the city they are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred D. Ramsey of 4013 W. Belville Place, Mrs. Armstrong and Mrs. Ramsey are sisters. Leaper Service An Inquiring New Year's Message from the Friends of Blyths Whistle Hall W. Y. W. A. Sunday, January 4, 1925, at the regular hour from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Antioch Church, speaker Special music has been arranged by the Antoch Baptist choir with Mr. Werry, Berry, president and Mrs. Sylvia Lee, organist. Providing the service regular community song led by Miss Hatter 2.0 "O'Neal." INFORMATION WANTED —Appears knowing the atherosclerosis of Edward Penny, who came to St. Louis Mt. from Hannibal, Mo. about 25 years ago. Last head of hospital living somewhere in South St. Louis will please get in touch with his sister, Mrs. Margaret Preston, 1935 Spring Ave. Gulbrush, IA 12-21-14 ST. LOUIS MUSIC ASSOCIATION * There will be rehearsals for Elijah until Monday, Jan. 5, 7:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6, 7:30 p.m. kingly be present? Important Request of President—Ady. MEMPHIS VISITORS ENTER- TAINED Miss Lither Preman and Atty. John A. David-gave a dance party last Friday evening at the Antoinette Tea Shoppe, 3100 Pine Blvd., in honor of the Misses Helen Broome, Lilian Dupree and Antoinette Cook and Rafine of the Antoinette Tea The dance is beautiful, beautiful, made resplendent by the gorgeous gown worn by the indies. In addition to the Memphis guests, there were presents, Miss Benerdaine Baker of Detroit, Mich., and Miss Dorothy Cordova of Cleveland, Ohio, guests of Miss Laura Bale Robertson; Miss Mary K. Bale Robertson; Miss Dr. Horton, guests of Dr. and Mrs. Chase E. Horton; Miss Lloe Bramlette of Cincinnati, Ohio, guests of Mrs. W.C. Maxwell; Miss Roberta Anderson of Chicago, III, guests of Dr. and Mrs. G. J. Dixon; Miss Inez Ward of Indianaapolis, Indiana and Miss Madeline R. Hates of Chillitoe, Ohio, guests of Miss Alaun Cooper; Miss Runnie Wilson of Indianaapolis, guests of Miss Lillian Vanderhughe and Mr., and Mrs. Armstrong of Pasadena, California, guests of Mr., and Mrs. Fred D. Ramsey. STOCKHOLDERS MEETING The annual meeting of the stock- holders of the Pyramid Building and Town Association will be held at the Tabernacle Baptist Church, 2320 Bane Rd. at 9:30 a.m. B. A. Mosley, president; R. A. Bishil, secretary. CARD OF APPRECIATION on Dec. 31. Mr. there was a great surprise birthday party given to Rev. K. Parker at his residence, BIS Georgetown presented to him, also some souls. Among the articles, green was a beautiful travelling bag from the K. Y. F. I. Fishers Board and the Sister's presentation to him, a handy mother and sister from the Mission Circle. Calves were furnished by the Sisters of the church and ice cream by Brothers Wilton and McFan. Prayer was offered by Mother Yunga who has been a Sister for years and a paper read by Miss Milford Mayran. The beautiful words from those present were appreciated and will long be cherished. The house was crowded to the door. Ms. Ilisha was invited to the party and was the promoter of the offair. The committee, Mrs. Tillie Griffin, Chairman; Mr. W. McFan, Asst.; Mrs. Jennifer Williams, Seyc and Rev. K. J. F. I. Fishers helped to make the occasion of success. -Ady. NOTICE All members of the Plippin Green Baptist Church are requested to secure their pledge jobs for 1925 by 11:45 a.m. of J. K. Parker, pastor.-Mary. MARRIAGE LICENSES At W. Louis Edward L. Hickman, Mrs. Ella Blbb John H. Rush, Mrs. Marle Megard Mitchell Benjamin Lott, Mrs. Lueora Gillmore William Leonard Billups, Fannie, Wilson. Ernest Washington, Helen-Freeman Curtis Lamar, Alice Anderson Claude 'Duncan, Stella King Sheldon Harper, Mable Hall Dewey, V. Johnson, Jessie M. Lumpkin Sam Shepard, Lillian Benson Clarence L. Foster, Mary Lizzie Gill- Tony Warren, Beesie E. Jordan Robert Wyman, Mary Hatcher George Wheeler, Mrs. Zerenu How- lett Roosevelt Richardson, Jessie Glover Ben Fields, Willey B. Bunting Roy Henderson, Eileen Franklin Richard Jones, Laura Griffin Louis Aguerejo, Margaret Biels Robert John Henry Johnson, Lucy Mitchell Gus Moore, Sherie D. Starka Manuel Wright, Gertrude Miller George Moore, Mrs. Phillie Graham Howard Burton, Callie Wilson Elbert Washington, Beatrice Wash- ington Chase Starling, Floyd Brady Starling, Carman, Mary Menrum Robert Swipe, Mrs. John L. Dixon William Swipe, Mrs. Mary Ray Clare Miller, Rosa Townsel David Saddler, Eva McKinney Frank Perkins, Julie Turner Willie Gordon, Mrs. Lavada Hunt Fredon Rogers, Maplewood, Mo.; Eva Wallace, St. Louis, Mo. John Chambers, 4292 Enright Ave. Margie Garner, 4292 Enright Ave. Docky Bain, 4291 W. Lucky St. Mattie chair, St. Charles. Mo. Willbury Moore, Kirkwood, Mo.; Elsie Vamar, Kirkwood, Mo. BIRTHS RECORDED INDIA CAVORIS, Ind., Dec. 2001 Specialists' rights significant that the mass week, the season commemorating the birth of the Christ, in which we say "homage to our friends and express good will toward our fellowmen," is also the initial week of the one who was born poor, of lowly percentage, was who early in life caught the full meaning of Christ's teaching, lived a life of faith, hope and charity like unto the Christ and like Him, rose in a life time to be reared and respected for the good she had done and finally, like Him, gave her all that her people might go forward and upward to a better mode of living. December 23 is the birthday of the late Madam C. J. Walker, and as such was very widely celebrated, both by her many thousand agents throughout this and many foreign countries and by her friends and acquaintances who admired her work and the good she accomplished. No commemorate the 50th birthday of the patron saint of race memorial services were held in many cities. Indianaans, where she rose from descent to wealth and power, to which she gave the first thousand dollars toward its present building, incidentally the first and largest gift of its kind at that time, services were held and a magnificent collared portrait of Madam C. J. Walker she held in her office, before a large audience present to revere her memory. Mrs. Frances Berry Coston, prominent club woman, teacher and scholar and close personal friend of Madam Walker, enlisted her memory and her husband, her daughter Mrs. Cotton, among other things. Madam Walker was enriched with initiative, sympathy, ambition understanding and that rarest of all gifts, a common common sense. These coupled with a willingness or her life to be spent in the services of her career, her career was a timely proclamation to Anglo-Saxon civilization, declaring that the way cannot be obstructed; it was a message to the world that the Negro can reach Americas' highest standard. It was a message of opportunity. Summerizing the life of the late Madam C. J. Walker, the following six points were given by Mrs. Cotton: she was silent in the face of criticism she raised no quarrel with her homophony; she had been in love and treated delicate guidance to which she had or format her friends; she believed that charity was the greatest thing in the world. The Y. W. C. A. hold special vesp per services and inquiring friends and members of the community. Mrs. Mc. Co. attended to do home to their departed leader. Throughout the nation, December 23 was celebrated by Madam C. J. Adams, agents, and indulges dainty dishes she did at Christmas time, rising baskets filled with food and clothing, to poor and needy families; fruits, cakes, nuts and fruits; children, corn and wood for bows; and other ways playing the Good Samaritan and bringing a ray ofshine Christmas time that the poor would comforted, and the orphaned needy to feel that some one cares. FOUND DEAD IN DITCH STATESVILLE, N. C. Dec. 31. — The body of Charles Freeman, pro- prietor of a pressing ride and cafe, was found by the police Sunday evening in a ditch opposite the Statysville Cotton Mills. Bill Maxwell is in fall following his confession that he placed the body there. BURIAL PERMITS T. Hals, 31, 5217 Lawton Easter Bargel, 24, 2718 Olive G. Day, 55, 1532 Grafflet N. Gimes, 48, 2627 J. Jefferson N. Kelly Hart, 8, 1416 Virginia Hunt, 45, 3535 E. McKeeve, 63, 252 80, Ewing S. Porter, 67, 1014 Arkinson W. S. Gillespie, 1, 1611 Linden Julin Lang, 48, 22174 Franklin Corrine Johnson, 35, 1015 Linden W. Skinner, 46, 721 N. Heinmont C. Cannon, 58, 1608 Carr A. Bowman, 40, 784 Delmar Sarah Connors, 32, 1249 Katie Katie, R. May, 37, 4336 W. Belle J. Harvey, 72, 3807 Enright Mary Taylor, 6, 1726 Linden Mustela Linden, 65, 95 N. Linden Clarence Haney, 2, 319 M. Montrose A. Hullin, 25, 2233 Market Wu Fimney, 31, 915 N. 17th J. H. Wilson, 16, 2438 Faright Maud Sydnor, daughter of the late Rev R. H. C. Sydnor, died Saturday, December 27 at McClearson, Pa. The remains can be seen Fri. Tuesday. Understaking Pastor, 4999 Pine Grove offenses have not been made. —Adv. IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of our dear mother, and grandmother, Mrs. K. Winega who was called from his Jan. 4, 1906. Today recalls sad memories. "Of a loved one gone to rest; And those who think of her today bore-livered new pair. Sadly mules by ales. Allie Nurt. daughter...Adr. THE HARRIS FLORAL CO. When in need of flowers for any occasion, a phone call will bring the catalogue to your attention. Justification guaranteed. Prices reasonable. Deliveries prompt. 2007% Lawton Ave. Phones: Benmont 480 or Delmar 225,NW. (212) 920-1200 PORO DINING ROOM for Ladies and Gentlemen Wholesome Food Deliciously cooked—Attractively served. Moderately priced. Dinner Parties and Banquets a Specialty. Bakery Products for All Occasions PORO COLLEGE Building 4300 In Piedmont Avenue By Loving Mile. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our sincere thanks to our friends for the kind casion of the death or our daring husband and father. We especially thank Rev. Grant of St. Paul Church for his comforting words. Pythias, Treless Knights, A. U. K., and D. of A. and the People's Burial League for efficient service. Mrs. Parsetta, Nelson, wife: Henry Nelson, son; Abel, Amelia, Mumford, nunt; Adry. CARD OF THANKS CARD OF THANKS With the recent death of my dear dear friend, [George] Robinson, who died December 15, 2015, I am unable to extend to the public, Rev. Clopton, Rev. Parker and the People's Burial League, my thanks and gratitude for their efficient service, and sympathy given in the hour of death. I extend my heartfelt child, Auntie Tenee Harris, family and friends—Ady. CARD OF THANKS We wish to extend our thanks to our many friends for the kindness shown during the illness and death of our beloved husband and father, J. R. D. K. of A., Christian workers' club for their services, Mt. Olive Counsel No. 204, A. U. K. D. of A., for beautiful flowers, Ruy. J. K. Darker and Iv. H. H. K. Darker and J. H. H. plus flowers and plaques. Mutual Burial League for efficient services. Merr., Hattie, Skinner, wife; Albert Brown, John; Roberts, Albert; Thelm Ogliesq, jungleman; -Abel Brown CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends and relatives for the sympathy and kindness shown in the sudden death of our dear mother, Lourna Abasing. We wish also to thank Rev. R. K. Abasing, a wonderful working woman and Harrison and McKolin for services rendered.-Ady. IN MEMORIAM In memory of inmates departed from Queens, New York, Century. M. of H. No. 440, G. U. 12, R. E. Sleep on dear inmates until the trumph; shall sound and the dead in Christ shall rise. Oh how sweet it will be in that beautiful land. Oh how sorrowful and palms. With songs on our lips and harps in our hands. January 5th The students of Tucker's Business College enrolled an early Xmas revocation in December. It is expected that the new year will bring even greater enthusiasm among the students than in the past years. The school has been a success since it first opened due to the fact it soon provol to be a "result getting school" program, which may be completed in six months at Tucker's Business College, because only the essential subjects for the success of one entering the business world are taught. The school has attracted many persons out of the city, as well as in the city, and a number of out of town persons will soon enter the city for the taking of food at TICKER'S BUSINESS COLLAGE. All persons desiring to take up the Business Course are requested to register Monday, January 5th for day classes and Tuesday, January 6th for evening classes. Diplomas are issued and position secured. Tucker's Business College Located at 4288 Cook Ave. (near Newstead). Write or call AT ONCE for circle of information. FOR COLORED GIRLS Any unfortunate erring girl or woman in need of help or friends, apply to the St. Louis Home of Redeeming Love, 4310 Earlight avenue. Phone Dalmar 1223. Clarinet, Saxophone, harmony composition and the art of making complete orchestrations for any size orchestra. Taught by James R. Powell 1982 Division street or Chauffeurs Winter Garden. 3133 Pine Blvd. 9.00 p. m. until 3:00 a. m. (12:46-2)—Adv. PROF. GLADSTONE SPIRIT MEDIUM Reads your life from cradle to grave. Readings: 500 Room 11 next to 8 p.m. 10:34 A.M. AVE. PROF. GLADSTONE SPIRIT MEDIUM Reads your life from cradle to grave. Readings 50 Hours 12 most to 8 p.m. $124 EASTON AVE KNOXIT PROPHYLACTIC Unnatural and mucous discharges can be avoided by destroying the germs of infectious diseases. $1.10 at all druggists. Ladies and Gentlemen If Your Needs Cleaning See Me WILSON, THE HATTER 2316 Market St. In The Argus Building Bomont 1076-W Office Hours 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. APPRECIATE THE VALUE OF YOUR FEET Give Them Scientific Care DR. H. D. AMBROSE CHIROPODIST 2302 MARKET ST. UP STAIRS MME. C. J. WALKER BEAUTYE SHOPPE Pearl Keith Ambrose, Prep. STATIONS CRAP SHOOTERS THE BEST LIVER PILL "THE MASTER WIN" For Sale By Leading Druggists Or At LEFFINGWELL and FRANKLIN The St. Louis Argus PUB/ISBN WEEKLY GY THE \RGUS PUB, CO 212.14-4 FARKET ST 'St. Louis, Mo. Subscription Rate $2.00 One Yr CLUBS The Tablet Social club held its last regular business meeting of the year at the residence of Mrs. Rosa Kills, Dec. 21. Devotional exercises conducted as usual by the chaplain, after which the president - made a brief talk on the approaching yule-tide. Officers' election was held as follows: Mendesian B. Valls, president; J. Owens, vice-president; M. Hall, secretary; J. Wesley, secretary; L.曼德勒, assistant; A.曼德勒, chaplain S. Dawkins and B.曼德勒, reporters; I. Outlaw, chairman of program committees. Mrs. M. Montgomery was winner in the popularity contest. After the regular routine business, a delightful four course lunchoon was served and the club adjourned to reassemble Saturday evening, December 27. at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. H. G. Jones, 3899 Cook avenue to celebrate the annual Christmas banquet. The Jones' home, as usual, was most beautifully decorated in Christmas attire, which brought to the minds of every guest, remembrance of the birth of Jesus. A beautiful Christmas program was rendered and a handsome string of La Ideal Pearls was presented to the president. Mrs. was the president, and the club after which an elaborate luncheon was served. Thrills of beautiful music filled the house with glue as the strains of daughter echoed the guests and every one enjoyed the spirit of Christmas. The next meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. Bette Jones 201 1. Lefflingham, January 18, 1825. Mrs. Nusie Dawkins, 27324 Adams St., Reporter. Get in line to have a good time with the Van Dyke, Jasmin, 10, 1025. After looking over our 1924 books and checking up the names of our many patrons and friends, we felt that it was no more than right that we should extend to them the greetings of the season—A Happy New Year," and when we say a Happy New Year we mean that we are going to try and make it happy as well as new. During the closing of 1924, we planned a number of events for our many patrons and friends and we are beginning early in 1825 to serve the entire public, both sacred and social. So as the old year passes out and the new one comes in, keep a watchful eye and don't let February 6 slip by you. Something entirely new and different. The Huyana Boys. Adv. MARINELLA GIRLS The Marinella club met at Miss Beatrice Herricks, 5724 Alhams St. Next meeting at Miss Alberta Moore's 115 S. Leonard Ave. Don't forget the Van Dykes at Ty- tian Hall. Jan. 9. - Adv. ANNOUNCEMENT Friday evening, January 9, 1925, the Van Dykes are featuring their first informal Dance and prize Fox rot of the season of 1925, at Pythiath Hall, 3137. Pine street. At 11 p. m., the prize Fox Trot will start. Any dancing couple can enter. Cash prizes will be awarded the winners. This event will determine St. Louis' best Fox rot. This is destined to be the best Van Dyke affair of all times. All clubs, friends and general public are cordially invited. Music will be rendered by Chas. Creath's sensational Jazz O'Manlans. A good time is insured all. Admission is $1. Dancing from S to R. Richmond Smith, Pres. - Adv. INDUSTRIAL-SOCIAL The Industrial Social club requests its members to be present at the regular meeting. Monday night, Jan. 12, 125 at 8 p. m., 2227 Olive St. Dt. Lula Fry, president; Chas. Ellis, reporter. Break any engagement to attend the Van Dykes dance, Jan. 9. Adv. The Arlanda Girls wish to announce their Japanese Ten Party Dance, Tuesday evening January 20. Pyttilah Auditorium. Music by Chas. Creuth. Adv. CARD OF THANKS We, the Mr. Zion Mission Circle, wish to thank Miss Mission Lathan, Sr. and Mr. J. F. Krause, Mrs. A. Lathen, Mr. E. Kenody and Mrs. Susie Stanfield, for helping us to put over the program Sunday, Dec. 21. Prints, tobacco and clothing were distributed at the City Infirmary. Ollie Jackson, chairman; Rachel Levens, secretary; Adv. YOUNG MARRIED LADIES NOON- DAY CLUB OF KINGSHOT Mrs. S. W. Frost surprised the Young Married Ladies Noon- day Club. Friday, Dec. 20, with a Christmas dinner. The club enjoyed a pleasant afternoon and welcomed two new members, Mrs. K. Burns and Mrs. Nicholson. The club admonished wishing Mrs. S. W. Frost a happy New Year. Mrs. S. W. Frost, president; Mrs. C. A. Young, reporter. The Munc. J. J. Walker Perfect System Club entertained the boys at Bellefontaine Farm on Dec. 25, commemorating the 56th birthday of the late Madam C. J. Walker. There was a program for the occasion. The boys sang Christmas songs in sweet chimes, fruit and candies were given the boys and a photo of the late Munc. C. J. Walker. The club also sent baskets to the girls at the detention house, and money and fruit to Mrs. Tula James, who has lost her sight and is in Hospital No. 2. Dave Jordan, president; Dora W. Green, secretary. ARLANDA GIRLS Men. Marie Bradley of 1068a. Enright will be hostess to the Arlanda Girls Tuesday evening Jan. 6. Helen Yarbrough, reporter. YOUNG LADIES CONGENIAL CLUB Mrs. Lillian Humbard and hostess to the club Wednesday Dec. 24. The evening was spent in the usual man- ner playing whist. Miss Arbella Moore being guest for the evening. A repast was served, after which we adjourn to meet with Mrs. Singleton, 4051 Cook, Mrs. Ethel Kyser, Pres. Mrs. Lillian Hubbard, reporter. ELITE SOCIAL CLUB The Elite Social club not in the residence of Mrs. Wm. Martin, 2001 Fairfax avenue, Wednesday evening, Dec. 3. After the funfine business the hostess served a delicious repast. Each guest left expressing themselves as enjoying a very pleasant afternoon. The club adjourned to meet Jan. 7. at the residence of Mr. Fred Brown, 4103 Fairfax avenue. Mrs. Dorn V. Stevenson, president: Mr. Fred Brown reporter. Watch for the Marinella Girls' An- niversary Dance. - Adv. THE MARRIED LADIES CHARITY The Married Ladies Charity Club met at the residence of Mrs. Hunting, 2716 Lucas avenue, Friday, December 12. After the regular routine of business, each member joined in a 50-minute praise meeting, which was enjoyed by all. Our past president, Mrs. Stanley is showing the ely to join her husband and we pray for them much success. The club sent '6 Christmas baskets and 3 baskets of coal to the poor. The hostess, Mrs. Mollie Hunting served a delicious repast. The club adjourned to meet Friday Jan. 9, 1925, at the residence of Mrs. Brown, 5 So. Compton. Mrs. Looing Young, Pres; Mrs. En UNITED CHRISTIAN CHARITY WORKERS The United Christian Charity Workers Club made 25 homes happy *Christmas* eye. Twenty-three baskets, each containing lard, sugar, butter, flour, corn, mas, tomatoes, pumpkin, cranberries, potatoes, celery, gippos-oranges and a chickens were given to families were large, a house was the above mined articles, was given Sarah Powell, Pearl: *Ames Jackson* Chairman: Beatrice Wilkerson, *Hat the Watkins, Com* Your mountain, peak so grim, so tall. That quails the haughty and the proud: And manketh thus to feel so small. Just like a monster in the cloud. To gaze upon thy dark huge column, And wonder at thy nesting height. That sleeppath are so still and solemn, And tell the story of thy might. That causes all to quake and shutter. To jiggle, with awe, thy head so high: Those shores alone bleak storms cill utter. But barketh man to mans and clob. But longeh man to gasp and sigh. If it is interesting and encouraging to note from the report of the Bureau of the Census, United States government that "the trend of the tuberculosis death rate is downward." In the registration area in the United States in 1921, there were 88,000 deaths from tuberculosis. If the ratio of deaths from tuberculosis in the area that is not registered were the same, the total number was about 107,000. This is compared with 122,000 for 1920. In the 34 states of the registration area, all except one, Utah, showed a lowered rate for 1921. While the general report from the above standpoint is encouraging, it is not encouraging for us to note that the colored population still shows a very high death rate compared with the white population. In all sections where there are colored people in sufficiently large numbers to be enumerated separately, the death rate among the colored population is a great deal higher than among the whites; in some instances being about three times as great. This seems to be about the same proportion that has existed for years. For instance, Florida gives an adjusted rate for 1921 of 61.9 per hundred thousand of its white population and 159.7 for its colored population. Kentucky 115.7 white; 326.4 colored; Louisiana white; 317.8 colored; Mississippi 55.7; 177.8 colored; New York 91.9 white against 306.9 colored; North Carolina 77.8 white; 211.1 colored; Pennsylvania 82.5 white; 311.9 colored; South Carolina 55.1 white; 1921 colored; Tennessee 114.2 white; 321.8 colored; Virginia 90.6 white; 321.8 colored; Maryland 97.9 white; 298.6 colored. A great many arguments have been produced against statistical information, especially as it affects the colored population in comparison with the white; but setting aside criticism in this regard, statements of this kind from such an authoritative source should receive the most careful and thoughtful consideration on the part of the colored people in the country, who are interested in their welfare. In fact, any subject of this kind is worthy of the greatest consideration on the part of all because tuberculosis is no respecter of color. If a large percentage of the colored people are infected with it and the colored must associate, as they do, with the whites in the numerous activities of life, the latter are endangered by the infection of the former, and vice versa; hence everything that is possible people to include in their health and living conditions. We believe that it is more generally conceded than, then formally, that there is no inherent tendency or susceptibility on the part of the colored race to tuberculosis, and in this connection by "cultural" we re- GREETINGS: To Our Many New Pursuit We Wish You A H We Regret That We To Accomodate The anche of Citizens On New Year's E sponse To Our Eff whelming. Respect CHAS. A. WILLIAM And The Ent THE HUMM INN AND Bomont 2345 EXCELLENT TABLE SERVICE PRIVATE DINING R NEW YEAR'S GREETING To My Many Friends And Aequal Inages Please Accept My Earnest Wishes For A Happy And Prosperous New Year. IRA A. DORSEY CONSTABLE, FIFTH DISTRICT for especially to the Negro because these figures give more large with Negro people than with any other colored face. We repeat, there is no special inherent tendency on the part of the Negro people to tuberculosis. We firmly believe that this higher death rate on our part is due to ignorance, superstition, unwholesome and unbiased biography condone and unjustified study and investigations will support us in these conclusions. From National Medical Association Journal. ATTENDS NEGRO CHURCH HUSBAND SEEKS DIVORCE LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Dec. 21 Albert H. Baker has filed suit for Divorce because his wife grew too enthusiastic in her work in a colored church here. Baker charges that his wife united with the church against his will, and has since then associated with its colored members and attended fairs altogether too constant. He also stated that his wife paid no attention to his objections to her "unbecoming actions." The church that caused the bachelor maintains a high standing in the community. The Bakers have been married 17 years. CHURCHES, DEMAND JUSTICE POR NEGRO Associated Negro Press ATLANTA - Thu, Dec. 31 - The Christianizing of race relations was a major topic at the Quarennial Meeting of the Federal Council of Churches, just concluded here. This subject shared with war alone the first place in the thought and discussions of the Council, which is composed of 400 representatives of twenty-night denominations having an aggregate membership of twenty millions. Two entire sessions were given over wholly to the question of race relations, while incidentally the subject was consistently coming forward throughout the entire week of the meeting. A number of powerful appeals for the application of Christian principles to race relations were made from the platform the chief speakers being Dr. M. Ashley Jones. Chairman of the Commission on the Preservation of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. John Hope at Morehouse College, Bishop George P. Clements and Dr. N. T. Johnson. The Council adopted a vigorous paper on this subject setting forth its principles and outlining policies for the next four years. This will be given to the press at an early date. MASONS RE-ELECT DR, SHEPARD HEAD Associated Negro Press. WINSTON SALEM, N. C., Dec. 31 The annual session of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of North Carolina, said to be the strongest and richest jurisdiction in the country closed here after a most su- scessful session of Congress. The State Normal School at Darlam, N. C. was elected to succeed himself by an overwhel- ming vote. Other officers elected were: E. W. Milton, grand senior warden; H. P. Hewlett, grand junior warden; G. S. Brown, grand secretary; W. H. Moore, grand treasurer; R. H. McKary, past grand master; J. A. Blume, past grand master; H. B. Delany, past grand master; J. M. Avery, C. L. Chavis, special deputy grand masters; W. B. Winslow, deputy grand secretary; J. B. Dudley, grand registrar; J. B. Wills, grand master of ceremonies; N. B. Pass, grand orator; J. H. Boone, grand historian; J. S. Brown, grand chaplain; J. M. Newkirk, grand lecturer; Bruce Roberts, grand standard bearer; D. W. White, grand sword bearer; R. J. Perry, grand stater bearer; Nathaniel Long, grand junior warden; G. C. Maddgett, grand stater bearer; G. F. Raghale, grand matrash; J. W. Marshall, assistant grand matrash; J. W. Munn, grand titer. Patrons: Happy New Year. We Were Unable The Entire Aval- lays Who Visited Us Eve. Your Re- efforts Was Over- Set fully A. MHL8 M WALLICK Entire Staff Of MING BIRD D GRILL 3204 Lucas Ave. ICE DANCING FREE ROOMS AND GRILL $82,500 Secured For New Lincoln U., Pa., Science Hall Associated Negro Press OXFORD, Pa., Dec. 31. The full amount needed for the new Science Hall at Lincoln University, $82,500 has now been secured. Architects plans are being rapidly prepared and work will be begun as soon as the weather permits in the spring. The building will be made of red brick with limestone trimming. Of the $2,500 which has been raised for this building, the General Education Board, New York, has appropriated $2,000; Alumni W. the university from Massachusetts to California and from South Africa; British Guiana and the West Indies have contributed $12,000; Pierre S. Dufont of Longwood has given $7,500 to cover architect's fees, engineering supervision, accounting, and Christian Education has given $5,600; and the seminarian sum of $28,000 came from generous friends of the University in nearly every state of the Union. Members of the Board of Trustees and of the faculty have liberal contributors and a considerable sum has been given by students. CHILD IS BURNED WHEN HE REFUSES TO STEAL PITTSBURGH. In May, she bleached because he would not steal for them, two white boys burned him. Earl Washington, six years old of 1415 Sussexham Street, severely about the hands and face. The boys are said to have captured young Washington while he was at play. They took him around to storeminds defaming him the steal candies and other social articles, for them. No one was convicted of steal and while one overpowered and held him, the other lighted papers and placed the burning brains on his hands and feet. His crimes of pain frightened them away only after he had been finally searched. MARRIAGE OF MINORS ATTACKED IN ILLINOIS MARRIAGE OF MINORS ATTACKED IN ILLINOIS CHICAGO, Dec 21 Casper L. Rigby, former scientist of Chicago, has announced an educational campaign to have the state legislature prohibit marriage under the age of 21. In a statement to the United Press, Rigby said he had been making his investigation for almost 50 years and hopes that every state legislative body will cannot laws against women for minors. "Last year there were 3,000 parishes of complex under 15 years of age," Rigby said. "From the class come the principal part of our students, teachers and producers. In 12 states it has been prohibited and in 11 it has been marry." "Chicago's crime wave would not have reached the present point if marriage laws had been passed in IIIII 20 years ago." To prove his thesis that name of the most distinctive man of history were born of parents well along in years, Bedford named Sir Francis Charles Darwin. James Wort, John Wesley, Benjamin Franklin George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Robert K. Lee and Henry Ward Browne. The investigation has brought another general-genetic phenomenon, he declared. The great investigator war leaders have been the sons of young fathers, whose fathers, before them were older men, Alexander the Great, Napoleon Bonaparte and E. K. Grant are among them, he declared. In his research Bedford has found a genetic link between his father also at an earlier age and is more apt to become a criminal than any other children in the family. Associated Press SANATORIUM, N. C., Dec. 31. The Jim Crow division of the North Carolina Sanatorium is operated on the same lines as the white, according to a recent report from the institution. It is at present accommodating 40 patients, equally divided as to sex. The report states that Negro patients respond almost as well to treatment as the white and that the only thing they need now is a library. Friends of the institution are urged to mail books to the Jim Crow division, or to the North Carolina Sanatorium and mark them "Colored." Produce News Service CHICAGO, 18. Dec. 31—Led by Aberman Lobbie R. Anderson, a demonstration of property owners apper- pared before one of the park commissio- als of the city and protected against the creation of a park within the district because it would cause a great many persons to lose their homes and, due to the difficulty Negroes have in getting decent residences, make it almost impossible for them to replace what they would lose. OMAHA CITY COUNCIL HEARS MORRIS OMAHA, Neb., Dec. 31, *Charles Satchell Morris, Jr. of Norfolk, Virginia celebrated Negro Journalist and orator, returned to Omaha this week after the lapse of more than two years and stirred the city as its only breaking crowd in historical St. John, A. M. E. Church by Mayor James Dahlman. The multitude gave him a welcome. LIFER MAY BE CONFINED FOR CRIME OF ANOTHER LIFER MAY BE CONFINED FOR CRIME OF ANOTHER BALTIMORE, Md., Dec. 31, John Hibb has perhaps suffered for 17 months for the crime of another, an apprehended here, when it became known that Phillip Zitt had been acting carelessly and several Hibb announced that he was guilty of the murder of his brother-in-law, Timothy Wiley, for which Kirby was sent to the imprisonment. The former was arrested and is being held on suspicion. May Solve Murder The arrest of Zill may solve the murder of the man that has permeated this section since the crime. A step-daughter of Zill told officers that he had repeatedly told her that he was responsible for Wiley's death. Shreds of evidence brought out in the trial had connected the name of Wiley with that of Zill Wiley, and a path of shoes and stockings, found in the cabins on the ship where the kittens occurred, and said to belong to a woman with whom he had been seen displeased before the trial. It was also brought out that while Kirtoy was first accused of killing Wiley with that gun found on the deck of the boat, a subsequent examination revealed the fact that he had been shot with a pistol. The theory of the prosecution is show that Zill jealous of Wiley were the ones who tried to have the crimes testened on Krieg to save himself. Has Seventy-Nine Wives Associated Negro Press, Inc. JOHANNESBURG, Africa, Dec. 1 The existence of a native who has eighty-nine wives, by whom he has one hundred and thirty-four sons and fifty daughters, is reported in the new report of the census, the most formidable blue-hook, ever published in the union. The native lives in Zoutpaysberg district, where, according to the blue-hook he has a rival with 420 wives. This man has fifty-one sons and forty two daughters by fifty five wives, no wife having more than three children. EMPLOYMENT INCREASES Associated Negro Press. WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 31 The D department of labor in its report recently sent out, states that there has been an increase in employment in nearly all the Middle Western, and many of the Eastern states. According to the report generally satisfactory conditions prevail. Many activities in the industries were noted throughout the country, especially for November, in nearly every case the decrease being attributed to the fall off in employment usually seasonal. There was, however, noted in Washington, a large list of unemployed among the clerical workers and salespersons, while skilled and unskilled labor was reported as very well taken care of, with only a small surplus of common labor apparent. The great demand for colorful hosties and hotel workers, continued, but with a less urgent call than during the month of November. Among the main occupations of colored women are denoting a connection to a national or international union to ensure statistics; there are 1,324,160 colored women so employed. Industrial activity increased slightly in Maryland. A small amount of unemployment was reported in the larger cities, due principally to season decreases in road construction. Many mines, in Tennessee resumed operations and this greatly reduced the combined unemployed hours. Still, a small alliance in source of the larger industries in North Carolina there was a decided increase, especially in connection with brick building operations, giving employment; to numbers of skilled and unskilled laborers. In Yukon, building operations continued on a large scale, resulting in employment for many building tradesmen. Some slight unemployment was noted in the larger cities, due to seasonal decreases in various Associated Negro Press. MILWAUKEE, Wis., Dec. 31. Clad in the regalia of their order and riding, in a large truck, laden with 400 Christmas "baskets," local members of the Ku-Klux Klux distributed favors along the needy of the city's population. Christmas day. Fifty baskets were left in the colored district, where the Ku-Klux Klan had their pictures taken as Santas. COLUMBUS, O. Dec. 21. A. Greeder, an engineer in the local government office, presented a highwayman from robbing the cashier. It is said that the robber in a previous occasion held up Greeder and tried to punish him to assist in robbing the station. Greeder reported the affair to the police who arrested the would-be robber. PLEADS IN VAIN FOR HUBBY Associated Neuro Trees CAMBEN, N. J. Dec. 21. Although she can only see how to love her in hand out of one eye as the result of their last fight, Mrs. Jamison did not want to miss her first return to her knees before Judge Story in Court. Wednesday, when her husband was convicted of assault and battery on her. She didn't mean to do it, she said, "please be him to come with me. I love him better than myself. Her appeal weight was for him. I gave him six pounds." ASSOCIATE NEW YORK, N.Y. JUNE 20, 1974 portion of the 2,000 share of Eminon Kodak Company stock which George Eastman, founder, gave to schools two years ago, was converted into cash with two of the largest benefiaries presumably the university, Richie, and the Muscatine Institute of Technology, disposed of 17,000 shares at a price of $12 a share, not though that any of the stock given to Hampton and Testosterone was included in the sale because of certain conditions attached to their gifts. WILL SEEK TO PROVE SHE IS WHITE Associate, North 1925. WHITE, CLAIMS, N. Y., 11 in the chart to prove that she is white. Mr. Leonard Kinn Rhinelander, the "Nopalled white-colored" girl who married into one of New York's oldest and highest families, has in structured her life, to send envoys to England and other countries to trace her father's ancestry. The information was brought up during the first day of hearing the inhabitant's suit for annuity of the marriage when her attorney, Signed e. Sawinburn, applied for the counsel fee and also a month's pay. The associate, Court of Attorneys, said the husband's counter bid the court that Thune lander is willing to support his suit during the pendency of the action and was willing to give her counsel a sufficient sum to combat the issues. It was brought out during the hearing that Thunelander had an income of $18,000 a year from his estate. It was also claimed that Mrs. Rhianna had repeatedly told her husband during his courtship that she had no Nero blood. WIFE EXCITES HIS RIGHTEOUS WRATH Associated Negro Press. THALIDAPHIA, Pa., Dec. 21. Becoming caraged at his wife with whom he was alleged to have been quarreling with J. Jones, so called 127 South Eighth Street fired at a Nero-Kitts car in response to Mrs. Jones' cries for help. It has not been learned how the quarrel started. However, it was brought out that the Rev. Jones was asking his wife a terrible question. Her lies for Help; Police; Murder; attracted the attention of Patrolman Benbow. The preacher started to beat a hasty retreat and was followed by the officer. Jones fired twice at the approaching officer, the shots lodging in the officer's clothing, but not touching his skin. It was necessary for the officer to wound the preacher in the arm and leg in older to bring him to cover. The wounded preached was sent to the Pennsylvania Hospital, where he refused to tell the cause of the quarrel. He will be given a hearing on a charge of aggravated assault and battery and attempt to kill. The Rev. Jones has no church. Violin Studio E. R. FRANCIS Colfax 1022-R Violin & Equipments on Terms. GOOD COAL MAKES WARM FRIENDS PHONE Lindell 5620 FAMILY COAL CO., Inc. 4211 Garfield HATS NEW High Grade HATS At Half Price All kinds of Hats Cleaned Hooded and Blanked RUBIN THE HATTER 212 N. Jefferson Avenue Brown Pine and Olive PAGE THREE Associated Negro Press. 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THEATRES "THE SANDS OF HONOLULU" SANDY BURNS'SHOW HIT AT THE BOOKER WASHINGTON Sandy Burns and Company in "The Sands of Honolulu" is the attraction at the Booker Washington Theatre this week. The offering is a musical comedy with a plot. Two wanderers, Burns and Sam Russell, work out" their hotel bill by taking employment as waiter and chef. Russell gets in with a crook. George Wilshire, and "bumps off" old man "Willshire," takes his $50,000 bank roll, and sall to Jonolulu. They are followed by the old man's daughter, Inez Dennis; her maid, Flossie Jackson and their detective, Fred Hart. The climax comes in a sensational capture of the bandits. Burns and Russell, as comedians, keep up a stream of fun in their hotel venture and various complications—on the island. The musical and dance specialities follow in quick - succession and all are spicy and win applause. The opening chorus ends with the "Chicago Blues" featuring Miss Dennis as leading舞者 Burns and Russell come to an agreement with Waltshire the hotel owner, and have much trouble with the customers and the detective. Hart, Bobby Gibbons and girls score a hit with "Gake Walking Babies." The Howery dance, featuring Alex Jackson and Inez Dennis, supported by the company, is an outstanding feature with athletic trimmings. The comedians "on the rocks" try to break into jail but the policeman Julius Craig in their way. A mixed quartette has a niffy song and dance. "Eliza," A song, "Keyhole," by Miss Dennis, gives her chorus support an individual line. Willie McKelvey makes a hit with his buck dancing. In Honolulu there are native songs, dances and tropical costumes displayed by the girls, plenty of comedy and a red hot title "Cannabola." The above description should suffice to say it's another top-notch show. LAURA SMITH WITH JAZZ BAND AND COMPANY NEXT WEEK Laura Smith, the Okeh record singer with her Jazz Band and a company of singers, dancers and fun makers, will be the attraction at the Booker Washington Theatre - next week, beginning Monday. An added attraction will be Ferebee and Russell, a versatile team of entertainers. "TEMPTATIONS OF 1941" AT GAYETY, BEGINNING, SUNDAY Heading an unusually pretentious array of comedians, dancers, singers and a beauty chorus of eighteen, Joe Morris and Winn Shaw will be seen to advantage in "Temptations of 1921" which is due at the Gayety Theatre, next week, beginning with Sunday's matinee. Supporting the principals are Elmer Redmond, fun getter, Hazard and Spallman, dancers; Will Rogers, Phil Cohan, Mable White, Kitty Glassee, Jeanne Steel and Elsie Gregory, a pretty English girl, now making her first tour of America. There are ten lavish scenes and a wealth of costuming. THE PICTURE THEATRES "East of Broadway" will be the attraction in the Star theatre this Saturday. The story concerns itself with the attempts of a young man to get on the New York police force. There are many moments fairly overthrowing with action and excitement along with these there is much human interest and another force which is very well handled and is not over done, as is so often the case. The featured players are Owen Moore, Mary Carr, Marguerite De La Motte and Ralph Lewis. Jack Hoxey will be seen in "The Western Wallop on Sunday. It is a romantic romance with a tremendous emotional link in the smishing climax. Ethete Polo in "Prepared To Die on Monday," Marty Mattison in "Mike a Mittebe Morgan," Toddie "Buck ing the Huckle Shop." Wednesday are all big tournaments. "Wine of Youth" will be presented next Thursday and Friday. This Metro Goldwyn picture is a faithful transcription of the entertaining story, which tells how a typical thapper of modern days decides which of her beauty to marry by taking them both on an unchaperoned camping party. The cast includes Eleanor Boardman, Laimele Garon Ben Lyon, William Haines, William Collier, Sr. and many others. THE COMET The inspiring dramatic master- piece of thrills, laughs suspense and tears, "Abraham Lincoln" is being shown at the Comet Theatre this Friday and Saturday. Tom Mix and his wander horse, Tony* will be presented in "The Last of the Business" on Sunday. In addition to "having a strongly sympathetic love story running throughout the drama, Tom Mix impersonation of Buck Dunne is particularly vivid. It is difficult to Teach that a man could estate injury in the many things that the star has to do in this picture. Briefly, the story tells of Buck Dunne, who has to kill a man in self Defense after which he heeds from civilization and joins a band of outlaws. He rescues a girl from the chief. Lloyd Hamilton and Ben Alexander in "A Self Made Failures" on Monday: Lon Chagney, Lewis Stone and Betty Blyhe in "Nomads of the North" on Tuesday, and Johnny Walker with a strong cast in "Girls Men Forget" on Wednesday, are features of high class. Pola Nigri will be seen in "Forbidden Paradise" next Thursday and Friday. It is Ernest Labitsch's first American-made picture with "Pola Nigri in the starring role. Labitsch it will be recalled, produces "Passion" which first brought the famous Polish star to the fore. In the story Pola is the queen of a small Balkan principally, a masterful and efficient sovereign who meets the intrigues and deceits of court life with an iron A PICTURE YOU'LL TAKE IS YOUR HEART! The romance of a policewoman. The story of a ladywho inspired to wear the blue and brass beltings of the law! As thrillingly absorbing as anything ever shown upon the screen! Week Beginning Monday, Jan. 5 Laura Smi THE RETINA THEATRE TWENTIETH AND MARKET SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 Special Pete Morrison In His Latest Sensation "RAINBOW RANGERS" SUNDAY, JANUARY 4 In The Remarkable Western Drama "The Kid From Power River" MONDAY, JANUARY 5 Thomas Meighan in "THE ALASKAN" WM. S. HART in "THREE WORD BRAND" His Western Classic WEDNESDAY, JAN. 7 William Farnum In His Paramount Picture "The Man Who Fights Alone" THURSDAY, JANUARY 8 The Paramount Mystery Drama "THE BED ROOM WINDOW" FRIDAY, JANUARY.9 Metro's Western Production 'THE SHOOTING OF DAN McGREW S TOMMY THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, JAN. 2, 1925 MARKET STREET'S BEST- COMET THEATRE AT 21ST ST. ABRAHAM LINCOLN A First National Picture An Inspiring Dramatic Masterpiece of Thrills, Laughs, Suspense, and Tears, IN TWELVE PARTS William Fox presents Tom Mix and Tony the wonderhorse in Zane Grey's The LAST of the DUANES A story of the West when life hung in a hair trigger. A Hair-Raising Master SATURDAY — Special "East Of E From the Saturday Evening Tropic of Capricorn" KE 147 YOUR HEART: Story of a lady who aspired to wear the thrillingly absorbing as anything ever MPIA SUNDAY JANUARY 4 Do You Like a Picture With Lots of Action and Thrills? Well That's BUDDY ROOSEVELT The World's Greatest Bronco Buster, In A Picture That Races Along Like A Tornado. "Battling Buddy" "Miss," and later her father, an unregenerate ruler of a lot of gunmen who make his saloon at Wildcat their rendezvous and haven from the law. • Other features for the week will be "The Alaska" on Monday; "Three Word Brand" on Tuesday; "The Man Who Fights Alone" Wednesday; "The Bed Room Window" Thursday and "The Shooting of Dan McGrew" next Thursday. Thundering Hoofs!!! perpiece In Seven Parts EATR special JANUARY 3 Broadway" opening Post Story "The by Richard Connell WITH Owen Moore, Mary Carr Ralph Lewis Marguerite De La Motte SUNDAY JANUARY 4 Jack Hoxie IN "The Western Wallop" An out-and-out Western melodrama with a forty-five calliope punch a whirlwind of thrills from start to finish. They called him "Coward" and "Covate" because he dared not cross the state line—for reasons he could not paved. But when his big man came he praved himself a man in a million. 1420-22 Market St. Open 10 a. m. to 11 p. m. Best Ventilated and Most Sanitary Theatre in City Florence Vidor. Noah Beery Lloyd Hughes and Virginia Brown Faire in "Welcome Stranger" Also 'nd Episode Of "GALLOPING .HOOFS" with JOHNNIE WALKER and ALLENE RAY Widensness of Youth as the Jestmore Theatre this Saturday, Norma Talmadge will be the star in "The Only Woman" on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday: the story of girl who surrounds herself upon the altar of marriety to save her father from disgrace, then awakes to find she loves the man she married. Aside from the heart interest the picture presents "some of the most vivid and thrilling shipwreath scenes ever screened." MONDAY, JANUARY 5 Lloyd Hamilton Supported By The Clever Juvenile Star Ben Alexander In A Sparkling With Laugh Dramadie Production A Special First National Attraction in Which the Supporting Cast includes MARY CARR, MATT MOORE PATSY-RUTH MILLER and HARRY TODD IN 8 PARTS TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 JAMES OLIVER CURWOOD'S Greatest Story of the Northwest Of The North" with Lon Chaney, Lewis Stone And Betty Blythe A Spectacular Drama In 8 Parts WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 Johnny Walker, Patsy Ruth Miller, Alan Hale and Wilfred Lucas in 'Girls Men Forget' A Startling Drama of Matrimonial Misunderstanding That Every Member of Your family Should See And Enjoy. ALSO "The Rider of The Plains" And Comedies 14-16 S. JEFFERSON 10 a.m. To 11 p.m. Johnnie Walker Presents Eddie Polo in "Prepared To Die" A THRILLING DRAMA A triangle love story with a society girl and a mountainer young woman school teacher rivals for the love of a young man. A Loving and Human Story about Mark's Regeneration, with sulatite Touched Touches. TUESDAY JANUARY 6 Matty Mattison in "Mile-a-Minute Morgan" A THRILLSPEEDRAMA The story is packed with thrills, romantic love themes, a touch of patios, and generous comedy, all bound up in an exceptional story EXTRA! SPECIAL! TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY JAN. 6, 7 Wm. Fox Presents. The Exciting Experience of a Telephone Girl, Woven Into a Drama of Throbs And Thrills. "Daughters Of The Night" A Tale That The Telephone Told. See It. A Fox Super-Feature IN EIGHT PARTS COMING SOON-- a New York story of love, intrigue and a woman tempted. The attraction for next Thursday and Friday will be "Sandra" Barbara La Marr and Bert Lyttle are the stars. It presents a woman of dual personality, is one of the biggest and most interesting parts, yet concealed for screen portrayal. A woman of two natures, a conflict between the contented and home-loving personality and the other nature, which erupts excitement, adventure and romance, "Sandra" depicts the struggle which is going on in the minds and hearts of thousands of Extraordinary Engagement THURSDAY and FRIDAY PolaNegri in AN ERNST LUBITSCH PRODUCTION A Paramount Picture "FORBIDDEN" olaNegri in CONST LUBITSCH PRODUCTION A Paramount Picture ORBIDDEN PARADI PolaNegri in AN ERNST LUBITSCH PRODUCTION A Paramount Picture with ROD LA ROCQUE ADOLPHE MENJOU PAULINE STARKE PRESENTED BY RADIO CINEMAS DANIEL C. CUMMER IN 8 BIG PARTS THE EMPRESS of EMOTION Directed By The Man Who Made Her tion of "PASSION." This is the First Picture That the the NEGRI as The Leading Star, in America! "The genius of Po- the fullest in this sensat- alty's secret loves. The secret love affi- who lived for romance hearts. Pola's great "Passion." Made by Rod La Rocque, Adolphe Menjou and supporting cast which includes Fred M. D'Aupery. The story is an entertain- trigue, laid in a small Balkan that of a Czarina who rules hand. It is, without doubt, he SPECIAL CO Fox News and COMING — Thursday and WILLIAM FON'S A "The Man Who Music By The Famous Cre WEDNESDAY Bucking The L A TRUE DETECT Also Second E "GALLOPING HOOFS" A With ALLENE RAY and Extraordinary THURSDAY and FRIDAY 'WINE of EMPRESS of EMOTION Into Her Heart By The Man Who Made Her Famous in the Remainder ON. The First Picture That the Famous Director Made Leading Star, in America! "The genius of Pola Negri flames fullest in this sensational drama of her boy's secret loves. The secret love affairs of an empire who lived for romance and ruled my hearts. Pola's greatest love-role is passion." Madé by the same director. Story is an entertaining romance of a man in a small Balkan kingdom. Pola Czarina who rules her subjects with is, without doubt, her finest screen play. ALSO SPECIAL COMEDIES Thursday and Friday — JAMES WILLIAM FON'S MASTERPIECE Man Who Came By The Famous Cremona Orchestra King The Bucket A TRUE DETECTIVE STORY Also Second Episode Of "ALLOPING HOOFS" A Pulsating, Thrilling Sport of Kings. With ALLENE RAY and JOHNNIE WALKER Extraordinary Attraction JAM and FRIDAY ONE of YOU THE EMPRESS of EMOTION Into Her Own! Dispensed By The Man Who Made Her Famous in the Remarkable Production of "PASSION." This is the First Picture That the Famous Director Made, with POLA NEGRI as The Leading Star, in America! The genius of Pola Negri flames to the fullest in this sensational drama of royalty's secret loves. The secret love affairs of an empress who lived for romance and ruled many hearts. Pola's greatest love-role since "Passion." Made by the same director. Rod La Rocque, Adolphe Menjou and Pauline Starke are featured in the supporting cast which includes Fred Malateetra, Dick De Rulz and Minu D'Aumery. The story is an entertaining romance of court intrigue, laid in a small Balkan kingdom. Pola's role is that of a Czarina who rules her subjects with an iron hand. It is, without doubt, her finest screen part. COMING Thursday and Friday JAN.15,16 WILLIAM FONS MASTERPIECE "The Man Who Came Back" Bucking The Bucket Shop A TRUE DETECTIVE STORY Also Second Episode Of "GALLOPING HOOFS" A Pulsating, Throbbing Serial of the Sport of Kings. With ALLENE RAY and JOHNNIE WALKER A Cold Shower Of Common Sense For a Generation Drunk With Jazz Featuring ELEANOR BOARDMAN PAULINE GARON and Eight Leading Men William Hatnes James Merrison Ben Leon Creighton Hale William Collier, Jr. Johnnie Walker Rebert Agnew Niles Welch MARY FLED from her conventional home, where even a low backed gown was a crime. She and her sailors wanted something gayer and finer in life than either their elders had found A trial honeymoon! And then FOLLOW THEIR FLIGHT FROM THE KINGDOM OF CUSTOM THURSDAY and FRIDAY First National Presents THE YEAR'S GREATEST Abraham Featuring GEORG The Man Who Plays Linein, Is As T Supported By One of the bled Into One Picture. All The Nation Ackaims It Maryele Don't Miss It. This Is A Super-Special "CAPTAIN BLOOD" "T "THE MAN WHO women in all parts of the world. Y and FRIDAY J Presents YEAR'S GREATEST ENTERTAINMENT Braham Lincoln Featuring GEORGE A. BILLINGS Who Plays Linecau, Is As True To The Ideal As Sorted By One of the Greatest Casts In One Picture. Nathan Ackaims It Maryelous, Gripping Front S This Is A Super-Special In Twelve Parts. TAIN BLOOD" "THE ONLY WO "THE MAN WHO CAME BACK" The Night Who Plays Linein, Is As True To The Ideal As In The Life. Supported By One of the Greatest Casts Ever Assembled Into One Picture. All The Nation Archaims It Marvelous, Gripping Front Start To Finish. Don't Miss It. This Is A Super-Special In Twelve Parts. "CAPTAIN BLOOD" "THE ONLY WOMAN" "THE MAN WHO CAME BACK" THE OLYMPIA "The The King Browman, with Ramson Novello, the Marr and a strong cast will be the Olympia Theatre singal this Saturday. "Buddy Roogevelt will be seen in "Battling Buddy," on Sunday, "Welcome Stranger" will be the feature on Monday; "Daughters of the Night," on Tuesday. The big feature for next Thursday and Friday will be "Abraham Lincoln." It is a drama of wonderfully entertaining quality. The out- ADMISSION PRICES CHILDREN 1 GENERAL ADMISSION 3 RESERVED SECTION 3 BOX SEAT SECTION 4 EXTRA ADDED ATTRACTION FERREBEE & RUSSELL YERSATILE ENTERTAINERS with ROD LA ROCQUE ADOLPHE MENJOU PAULINE STARKE PRODUCED BY ROD LA ROCQUE BALANCE CENTER N PARADISE" MOTION Into Her Own! After Famous in the Remarkable Produce the Famous Director Made, with POLA ma! Pola Negri flames to national drama of roy- affairs of an empress since and ruled many latest love-role since by the same director. And Panthee Starke are featured in the Malatestia, Dick De Rulz and Mine. Training romance of court in- nation kingdom. Pola's role is as her subjects with an iron her finest screen part. COMEDIES and Cartoons and Friday — JAN. 15, 16 IS MASTERPIECE No Came Back" Premona Orchestra Organ JANUARY 7 Bucket Shop LECTIVE STORY And Episode Of A Pulsating, Throbbing Serial of the Sport of Kings. and JOHNNIE WALKER Artery Attraction JANUARY 8-9 YOUTH' Scene from WINE of YOUTH JANUARY8,9 FEST ENTERTAINMENT In Lincoln ARGE A. BILLINGS Is True To The Ideal As In The Life, The Greatest Casts Ever Assem- velous, Gripping Front Start To Finish, Real In Twelve Parts. "THE ONLY WOMAN" O CAME BACK" standing episodes in the life of Abraham Lincoln have been lated tightly together into a moving pulsing, gripping entertainment that possesses much humor, frequent touches of paths, adventure and thrills beyond number. The pivotal characters are played with a uniform excellence that is amazing. The familiar characters visualized in the drama are so flawlessly done that it ceases to be acting and becomes sheer reality. George Billings is the character star. JANUARY 8-9 THE CASINO Al Wilson will be featured at the Casino Theatre this Saturday in "The Air Hawk." Art Mix will be featured on Sunday and Monday in "The Man from Rio Grande." Ben· Wilson is the star in "Notch Number One," the Tuesday offering. This is a showy drama of the great Writer's Guild of a strong man for the woman he loves even when the love is hopeless. "Riders At Night," a western thriller, will be shown on Wednesday, featuring Big Boy Williams, Franklyn Farnum will be seen in "Border Intrigue," a story of California and Old Mexico, on Thursday, "Scared Hands," on Friday, "Scared Hands," in the realm of oil and sage brush, will be presented next Friday, with another five reel western drama featuring Hoot Gibson. THE LINCOLN Strongheart, the wonder dog, will be featured in "The Love Master" at the Lincoln theatre this Saturday. The story is laid in the sparsely settled regions of Canada and centers about the mystery of the young man who has arrived with Strongheart and ends with the solution of the mystery and the love victory of the yedling belle. Along with the faithful boy from the States, Avery grace filmed during the progress of a real one contested by the best dog teams in Canada, provides some real thrills. The Sunday special will be "Wine," Betty Compson will be seen in "Ramshackle House," on Wednesday. Tom Mix will be shown in "The Last of the Duanes" Thursday. A series of thrilling incidents including a desperate battle by Tom against bandits, a kidnapping, the escape and pursuit, particularly the activities of the star, crowd one another with almost bewildering rapidity. The Friday attraction will be feeble-bald, Denny in "The Rockless Age." THE CRITERION Wilham Farmer will be seen in "Tha Man Who Fights Alone," at the Criterion Theatre this Saturday. Gloria Swanson in "Wages of Virtue" will be the Sunday special. The picture is a pleasing love tale woven about a young girl product of the slums, who becomes the toast of the French Foreign Legion. As Carnolta, Miss Swanson has a role ideally suited to her, a part that makes it stand out as the greatest thing she has ever done in her lengthy career. Colleen Moore will be seen in "Slippe Mcgee" on Monday; Viola Dana in "Open All Night," on Tuesday; "The King of Wild Horses," and "Pal O Mine," on Wednesday. The Thursday special will be "It Is The Law." It is sheer "drama with its theme based on one of those queer quirks of the law that ordains that a man cannot be tried for the same crime twice. Besides a law that permits punishment out the enactment of the drama, it has one of the most startling and thrilling climaxes ever written into any story for screen, stage or novel. Rockcliff Fellows and Vera Reynolds will be featured in "Flapper Wives," next Friday. THE VENUS The Venus Theatre will present Rudolph Valentino in "A Sainted Devil," on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. It is a fiery tale of this Spanish-American youth whose bride is stolen from him on his wedding night. His vain search for her, his embittered turning against the injustice of life and becoming a bandit, seeking vengeance for his wrongs make a tense, exciting drama, full of hot-blooded action and suspense. Valentino's role is that of a handsome young planter who becomes the terror of the neighborhood and seeks vengeance against everyone whom he comes in contact. The conditions under which he finally finds his bride and the revenge he takes brings us up to an event that is probably more sensational than anything the star has ever done before. Betty Compson will be seen in "The First Set," on Thursday and Friday. It is a dramatic comedy of a family torn apart by the different views on life of husband and wife and welded together once more when a girl of the street makes the wife a man and a husband becomes the husband that his wife loves him. Milton Sills will be presented in "Why Women Re-Marry," next Saturday, January 10. Associated Negro Press. NEW YORK, N. Y., Dec. 31. The headquarters of the Colored Actors Union announces that the initiation fee of the organization has been raised by a reduction effective by February first. In the letter accompanying the announcement, S. H. Dudley, the general manager of the Union, expresses considerable pleasure at the volume of good that the organization has already accomplished, even though its active operations have extended over but one year. He cites a number of instances where the Union has assisted performers and he asks that those who have been so benefited to provide written acknowledgment of these facts so that it may be used as proof to the few who are yet without the fold. He makes reference to the purpose of the Union to provide a home for the aged artists, and to create for them in the meantime more favorable working conditions. It might be stated in this connection that the expose of dressing room conditions made by Tony Langston a department of the Chicago Defender is now being taken up by Union officials. It is a most worthy undertaking and one that has long needed attention. The seriousness of the Union is best indicated by the fact that it is the first all-colored labor or professional body to resort to the papers with a campaign of paid advertising to lay its purpose before the JEST-A-MERE NEW GAYETY THEATRE 14TH & LOCUST - (PLAZA BLDG) - DAILY MAT'S COLUMBIA BURLESQUE Marmo Talma dda w Eugene OBrien CASI SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 AL WILSON The World's Mest Amazing Stunt Flyer and Daredevil of the Clouds. In A Thrilling And Hair-Raising Acro- plane Story. 'The Air Hawk' No GEO, O'HARA In the 5th Series Of The "GO-GETTERS" CRIT SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 Special William Farnum in 'The Man Who Fights Alone' Husband' vs. Wife' and Other Man in a surprise fight of the wedding ring in six dramatic rounds. Also 9th Episode "TEN SCARS MAKE A MAN" And Comedy LINC Strongheart - The Low Master VENUS THEATRE Pendleton And Finney MUSIC BY MRS. THEODOSE HALL AND HER FOUR PIECE ORCHESTRA Adults 15c, Children 10c ROOSEVI Never more beautiful, never more appealing, never closer to your heart than in this part. Here as a beautiful society belle she marries a wastrel to save him from himself. ENTRAORDINARY FOUR DAYS If You Liked "The Sheik" and "Blood and Sand"; You Will Rave About "A Sainted Devil" WITH Rudolph Valentino A romance of the Argentine, rich in big love scenes and exciting moments. The story of a rich South American youth whose bride was kidnapped on their wedding night, but fighting action and cool thrills beshies. ALSO OTHER GOOD FEATURES Y THEATRE BLDG) - DAILY MAT'S SATURDAY, JANUARY 3 SPECIAL! EXTRA!! SPECIAL!!! The Famous Movie Dog Star "STRONGHEART" The Wonder Dog Of "The Silent Call" In Another Great Drama Of The Land Of Eternal Snows. 'The Love Master' See How Strongheart Leaped At The Snarling Wolves with Bare Fangs, Fights Them To Death and Saves His Mistress. ONE DAY ONLY Bring The Children To See This One NOW OPEN From 1 to 11 p.m. DAILY Admission Always 5c And 10c NOW BOOKING: METRO GOLDWYN FIRST NATIONAL AND WARNER BROS.' PRODUCTIONS The Cream Of Pictures SDAY JANUARY 4-5-6 DAYS ONLY "Malmadge in MY WOMAN" soul, never more appeal- our heart than in this tautiful society belle she save him from himself. nushed decks, when her balance, he battles to the only woman who man. also and NEWS 1618 Market St. OPEN FROM 10 a.m. TILL 11 p. PROGRAM CHANGED DAILY JANUARY 4-5 T MIX ERSON and DOROTHY LEE marvelous Western Scenery "m Rio-Grande" atown, the Big Cattle Stampede. The to Death. DON'T MISS IT. N 2644-46 Franklin Ave. MONDAY, JANUARY 5 Double Program Colleen Moore in The story of the creek who turned penitent and stoic because he had turned. Also ANOTHER GOOD FEATURE FRIDAY, Jan. 9 — May Allis 3037-39 Olive St. OPEN FROM 8:30 To 11 p. M. SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS FROM 2 P. M. UNTIL 11 P. M. CARL LAEMMLE PRESENTS The Rare Treat In Five Years The Picture Of The Hour Featuring CLARA BOW, FORREST STANLEY and MYRTLE STEDMAN In An Up To The Minute Drama of Modern High Life See What Trapped Where the Father Found His Daughter After the Raid. People Miss It. Nothing Like It Before. 1930 SUNDAY Return Engagement Clemo's Dairy All New Faces In The Family Skirt WEEK BEGINNING HURTIG & S "Temptation" Here is a Sure-Fire Combination. Goes Out for His Game with Both Barrels Loaded. It's A Story of the Vast Open Spaces that will Make You Want to Climb It. The Saddle. WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 The Western - Dare-Devil BIG BOY WILLIAMS with KATHLEEN COLLINS and BILL PATTON in "Riders At Night" A Remarkable Photoplay With Wild Horses and Western Thrills TUESDAY, JANUARY 6 Special VIOLA DANA in "OPEN ALL NIGHT" A Comedy of Paris Society and Sporting World. Miso 4th Episode "RIDERS OF THE PLAINS" And Comedy WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 Double Program EDNA MURPHY with "The King Of Wild Horses" Sensational! Amazing! Unique! And AN ALL STAR CAST in "PAL O'MINE" son, Rocklift Fellows & Vera THURSDAY SPECIAL A tale of a dashing hero of the plains WILLIAM FOX presents IT IS the LAW From the Stage Play by ELMER PRICE Based on Story by HAYDEN TALBOT A J. GORDON EDWARDS PRODUCTION JANUARY 8 | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 sented with the bill became angry and began an argument, during which Rusk said, Green drew an ice pick from his pocket and attempted to stab him. Mrs. Rusk, hearing the argument, entered the store and attempted to shield him, Rusk said, but was PAGE FIVE is to blame for the present "Wildness of Are the Blue Laws accountable for the of Youth"? Is "Wildness of Youth" for the many recent divorces? Are short present day "Jazz" the cause of "Wildness ALSO COMEDY and NEWS O Barbara La Marr and Bert Lyttell in Sandra" FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 Another Double Program EILEEN SEDGWICK and CLIFF SMITH in A Story of a Girl and a Man in Their Fight Against the Western Oil Pirates. Scarred Hands Also Another FIVE REEL WESTERN DRAMA With HOOT GIBSON SATURDAY, JAN. 10 TOM MIX in "The Man From Texas" Special — JANUARY 8 IAM Fox presents IT IS the LAW From the Stooge Play by ELMER L. RICE Based on Story by HAYDEN TALBOT A J. GORDON EDWARDS PRODUCTION of her heart. As a result one man went mitted murder. VIVES" also "The Riddle Rider" WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7 Betty Compson In A Thrilling Story That Makes Your Heart Beat Faster "RAMSHACKLE HOUSE" of the Blazing West. When-Life Hung a Hair Trigger of the Duanes" FRIDAY, JANUARY 9 Here He Is Again REGINALD DENNY Supported By An Excellent Cast In A Dashing! Crashing! Smashing! Thrill "RECKLESS AGE" Also 9th Series Of The "GO-GETTERS" DAY JANUARY 10 MILTON SILLS Star of "The Sea Hawk" in My Women Re-marry" ? Children? Home? Money? Pleasure? picture deals with the romantic life of a and besides having a sustained love in- replete with thrills and adventures. Story Of Four Wives Who Married The Ten. See Their Individual Solutions To oblem. COMING JAN. 18 "CAPTAIN BLOOD" EVERY THURSDAY BIG AMATEUR CONTEST A Riot Of Fun BIG FEATURE PHOTOPLAYS, Comedies News Reels and Educational Features FEATURING Elsie Gregory Betty, Versatile English Girl. Tenentious Array Of Comedians, Dancers Dancers And A BUTY CHORUS OF EIGHTEEN angry during an ice emptied document, ted to was knocked down by Green. Rusk said he then got a pistol and shot Green. Rusk was taken to the police station pending an investigation. I don't want none of your lip, said the kid as he kissed his girl through a handkerchief. American Legion Notes By EMMETT BROWN The maintenance of Post Headquarters, and the upkeep of Post activities of Calvyl Hyde Post, No. B14, American Legion has been due to personal financial loss and inconvenience to a few of the loyal members of the Post, who have worked conscientiously and faithfully in order to serve the multifarious appeals, that have brought to their attention, and finding at the close of 1924, the struggle to be an unequal one, Calvyl Hyde Post, No. B14 will suspend activities and the Post Headquarters, 2263 Chestnut street will be closed immediately and will remain so until plans for resumption of activities for 1925 are completed. NEGRO UNITS URGED TO: SEND RECORDS NEGRO UNITS URGED TO: SEND RECORDS Associated Negro Press WASHINGTON, D. C., Dec. 31. The War is partiment is sending out requests to exsoldiers asking that all soldiers in any paper which they might have which would throw light on the participation in the war of units to which they were assigned. The papers are desired so that the historical section of the general staff may complete a series of monographs covering the American army's work during the late conflict, "the cause it is a notorious fact that little attempt was made to keep the records of various units in which colored soldiers were engaged," and because there is a desire to have the colored troops receive whatever credit they deserve in the war, the Lincoln Legion is urging all colored men to respond to the call. If preferred they may send their papers to the officers of the Lincoln Legion, the colored exsoldier men's organization, which will forward them. Lieut. George Lee 290 Beale Avenue, Memphis, Tenn. is president; Monroe Mason, Prudential Bank Building, Washington, D. C., organizer and Major West Hamilton, Washington, D. C., Sentinel, are the officers. GEORGE WOODS, 42, 2601 Pine boulevard, was shot to death last Friday night by Rose Butler who resides at 2942 Laclede avenue. The Pine boulevard address, where if the shooting took place, is occupied by Will Wallick, owner of the St. Louis Giants baseball club. He conducts a rooming house there. The Butler woman said she was defending her brother, Eugene Hatcher, and herself when she shot. Woods. The woman was exonerated by the Coroner's jury Wednesday morning. WALTER JOHNSON, 2104 Eugene Street, was arrested by Patrolman Clarence Stanford and charged with burglary, first degree and larceny. Warrants were issued against Johnson. HENRY BROWN, 25, 1613a Linden street, on a plea of guilt to robbery, in the first degree, in the first degree, was sentenced to seven years in the penitentiary by Judge Taylor. He was charged with having stolen a revolver from his sister, Viola Reynolds, 919a O'Fallon street, and with having held up Vincent May and his son, of 1027 O'Fallon street, while they were on their way to the Third street market, forcing May to drive his machine to a point near his six feet. Near the sixth, he rebelled him of a revolver, and $23. He was positively identified in this case. Special Officers, William G. Lay and William V. Walsh, Patrolmen John P. Scheele and Joseph Dooley, Fourth, made the arrest and cleared up the cases against Brown. Detectives Paul Gross and Charles E. Johnson arrested John, Stirrickland, of 1315 North Tenth street, well known pickpocket, at Washington boulevard and Jefferson avenue last week, who at one point acting as a pickpocket almost thwarted the actions of the detectives. William A. Buchnitz of $257. South. Jefferson avenue later identified Stirrickland as one of the two who picked his pock identified by Buchholz, but a warrant was refused in this case. A warrant charging larceny from the leason was issued against Strickland. QUINCY HARRIS, 1608s. Morgan street, has arrested, charged with robbery, first degree. Patrolman James A. Taylor and Probationary Middlebrooks, who made the arrest, obtained a warrant for Harris. ROXA ELLIE, 211a. Locust, was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon. CHARLES YOUNG, 43, of 1432 Chestnut street, charged with burglary, second degree and larceny, was tried by a jury and sentenced to two years in the penitentiary. in Judge Hamilton's Court. He was arrested August 6 by Special Officers Bernard J. Will, Jr. and Harry I. Dowd, Central, at the home of Anna Russell, colored, 1508a. Chestnut street, which FRANK MANN Professional Bondsman Qualified To $15,000.00 ALL KINDS OF BONDS 4066 Finney Ave. Lindell 3229 Lindell 5197-W BARBER SHOP RESIDENCE Service At Any Hour he had entered by forcing a wife screen on a window. When arrested he had two women's garments in his pockets, and all the bureaus and closets in the house had been rawnacked and their contents scattered about the floor. HENRY BROWN, 22, 2626a Morgan street, pleaded guilty to burglary, second degree, and larceny in Judge Hamilton's Court, and was sentenced to two years in the pentitary. He was arrested November 3 by Sergeant James H. O'Gorman; Patrolmen Robert Kuehner, James J. Doyle, Frank Tozer and Charles Nolan. Ninth, a few hours after he and a companion had forced a rear window of the tailor shop of Sam Reich ed. 3334 Franklin, ave. and burglarized same. CRUSHED TO DEATH PASSING BETWEEN CARS CAL MERTER. 35, pt. 2745 Morgan street, was crushed to death at 4 p.m. Monday between two coal cars in the Missouri Pacific Railroad yards at 2000 Chouteau avenue. The cars had been uncoupled and separated and Merter impugnably attempted to pass between them just as an engine was backed up to recouple them. His body was taken to the Morgue and an jumpsuit was held Wednesday. Y. M. C. A. ACTIVITIES Y. M. C. A. ACTIVITIES The Promotional Department, announces "Praise Service" for Sunday afternoon, January 4, 4:00 sharp. This will be the first Song Service at Pine Street this season and promises to be quite a popular service. Each individual can participate in this festivity of song and praise. Just one hour and not a moment more, 4 to 5, Sunday January 4, 1925. New Year's Service Vice President Dr. Chester E. Journey, Past President Presbyterian Church will be the speaker at the New Year's Service, Sunday, January 11 at 4:00 noon. Dr. Journey's subject will be: "The Adding of New Years." New Year's Service will be one of our most effective programs during the 1924-1925 seasons. We are asking our many friends to respective the afternoon of January 11 to be spent at Pine Street "NY New Year's Service." Week-Day Bible Study More men should study systematically the Bible. To this end the Religious Work Department at Pine St will set up its first weekday classes, Wednesday January 21, at 8 p.m. The classes will be limited to 40 students this winter. There will be five tables, provided for the Setup Services at which time a special luncheon will be served. Special program presenting four outstanding Religious leaders will be rendered. The tentative plan is to place the 40 tickets in the luncheon School superintendent for distribution upon request from members of adult Bible classes and teachers. Courses to be used are "The Meaning of Faith and the Meaning of Prayer" by Harry E. Foslick. For information telephone or call to see Promotional Secretary Room 211 telephone station No. 11. Make your application early so as to gain assignment at a luncheon table of S. Our January Calendar 11th Praise Service. 11th Dr. Chester E. Jenney-St. Louis First Presbyterian Church The Abiding Christ 1851- Sonnetter A. A. Roberts—Chicago goer Ippon House. Illinois State Legislature. "Share with others." 25th Dr. Hulbert H. Harrison. New You and your friends are invited. It's up to you to do your best each day. And play the man where or you stop or stay. To strive each day to gain success in life. Or toll amid endless grief and strife. It's just the stuff in you that counts. I say. And gives you the power of will each day To say, I will I know I will go on I will fight to win when I hate is gone It's not the strength of man that counts any more. For he exerts his strength but as a show. And all the strength of arms he shows in life. It seeks but men with purpose strong and good. Who strive to do the things they know they should. It's up to you on girl and boy of light. To stand like men with courage brave and fight It's up to you, and not to your bad friend. If in the event you have fallen and if in the rut you have fallen and stuck. If all of your days have been weary and sad. You should not complain o'er the times you've had. It's up to you to be sober and strong. And keep yourself from the things that are wrong. To to tell you and prove a friend worth white. And be content with what you have and smile. It's up to you to do your best each day. To be devout and not forget to pray; if, in the end success you never knew Do not forget "It was up to you." —Mrs. B. C. Woolfolk. THE ST.LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, JAN. 2, 1925 ARCHITECT COMPETES WASHINGTON TEACHERS FOR $375,000 AWARD WANT HIGHER SALARIES TOLLAND **DANIEL W. SUELL.** Among the deputy sheriffs appointed by the new sheriff, Anton "Tony" Schuster, was *Daniel W. Ewell*, world war veteran from the sixteenth ward. Ewell "was a sergeant in the army and was for himself distinguished in hoops. He feels quite grateful to his many friends who were interested in his appointment and especially City Collector Elmond Koefa and State Committeeman Ernest Patillo. INDIAN PAPOOSES HAVE CHRISTMAS AFTER ALL INDIAN PAPOOSES HAVE CHRISTMAS AFTER ALL Squaws And Braves Travel 600 Miles Through Snow To Get Nxmas Toys For Youngsters In Baekwoods (Indian-Papooses Are, etc.) FORT WILLIAM, Ou. Date 21-12- Dozens of pictures in the Indian-lives- servation of Lobard, in the baek- woods 200 miles pasture of Fort WIL- LIAM, received presents. Christmas through a composite Santa Claus consisting of two squaws and an Indi- an brave who pushed 200 miles by dog team and 190 miles by train. Arriving in Fort William on their shopping expedition, the squaws went into a 150ft store, while the brave trip outside. It was the first visit of the squaws to the city, and the display of toys and spangles so appended to them. But they spent all the money and that which had been turned over to them by their compan- Citizens took up a collection, and after having their men join a restaurant, the three Christmas shoppers took a train to the end of the city line and from there missed their way back over the 200-mile snow trail. BANKER AND FILM HEAD SEND ACTRESS APOLOGY NEW YORK, Dec. 31—Both Felix M. Warbler, banker, in whose honey a dinner was given, from which affair Mrs. H. Pramain was elected over being extended two invitations to contend, and Adolph Zuker, famous motion picture producer who sent the invitations, have expressed their regrets that such an incident occurred. The former made public a letter to the actress which contents read as follows: "I was exceedingly sorry to learn from your letter of the fifth inst., of the very unfortunate incident which occurred last Sunday evening, and which naturally must have been painful to you. I am quite sure that if any of us had known about it, this would not have highpicked, because I certainly would dream of drawing a picture of you, of having been deeply interested in Tennessee and Mr. Booker Washington dined at my house, and my brother succeeded me as a trustee of that spendid institution. "I have by this time the incident has been forgotten." Mr. Zukor also gave out the full text of the letter he wrote to Mr. Prampin. It read: "I have for acknowledgement a copy of the letter which you wrote to Mr. Felix Warring." Needless to say, I greatly regret the occurrence of last Sunday night, and I am certain that if any one in authority had seen what occurred no such discontourry would have been tolerated. I trust that no such understanding will ever happen in the future. BEQUEST Y' HUGE SUM IN ACTS OF KINDNESS WASHINGTON, D.C. Dec. 31. The colored M. Y. M. A. of this city is the beneficiary of a $10,000 bequest it was disclosed at the filing of the will of Mrs. Anna M. Kingan of Chevy Chase, Md. widow of the late Robert Kingan. Mrs. Kingan had been greatly interested in educational work among colored people and had given considerable sums to the Y. M. and Y. W. A. of this city during her lifetime. She had frequently assisted worthy pupils to complete their training at Howard University. The Voorhees' Industrial School at Denmark, S. C., founded by the late Elizabeth Wright Menafee is to be beneficiary of a $2,000 bequest. N. E. Blanton is president of Voorhees. - LOS ANGELES - Cal. Dec. 31- Paul R. Williams, Negro winner of the Beauty Arts Institute of Design Medal for 1912 and the only Negro to over draw the plauses for a town that were accepted, is at present earnestly engaged in drawing up the plan for a new 5,000,000 City Hall here for which over a quarter of a million dollars is to be awarded the Current Events Hello, Mabel. Hello, Amutie, anything of interest this week? Yes, dear, to my mind there is. I try tell me what it is, Amutie. Why, didn't you read of the plan to erect another beauty college in our city? No, I did not. By whom is this college to be erected? is to be commended, but the girl, who has had a business training has no right to deprive the girl, without that training of the job of operating an elevator or of the job of stock girl if a department store, when that is the only thing she can do, but if there is nothing else for her to do, why she is forced to do it. We must make openings for our boys and girls an Why, Madam Evelyn Horton is to have this building erected. Don't you think is useful for St. Louis? Why no indeed, if we had two more we would not have too many. Why wouldn't we, little? Simply because the more business we have, the more employment there will be for our boys and girls. I hadn't thought of that side of it, what? No, and there are others who have not thought of that side and have spoken in the same manner you are speaking. Mabel, our schools are sending out larger classes each year and off boys and girls are graduating at a younger age than in previous years. Now the question is what they to do? We realize, that all can not and do not care to teach and still they can not be idle. Don't you know if there were more businesses among us, there would be employment for these girls and boys, who come out of schools? Honest work of any kind successful architect. With the assistance of an advising architect, not residing in the state and whose salary will be $7,000 plus expenses; the city will select four architects, not connected with the contest, as jurors. They will each receive a fee of $1,000 plus expenses. All the architects of the state will be invited to compete and the winning architect will receive a contract on a percentage basis estimated to be worth $800,000. Williams' entry into the contest has created great concern among his many white competitors. The contest has made a recognition of winning all competitions in which he enters. He has won three National and four Western architectural competitions, and recently his design for a Civic Center was accepted by a Western city of 30,000 inhabitants. DOWN IMMIGRATION LAW AT STATISTICAL MEETING DOWN IMMIGRATION LAW AT STATISTICAL MEETING OHICAGO. 11, Dec. 51=Miss Edith Abbott of the University of Chicago, who has been engaged in an extensive study of the immigration problem declared the same, unfair, unintentive and infiltrate in an address before the American Statistical Association here, Tuesday. Referring to the result of the law, she said: "In one private organization in Chicago, there are 200 cases of aliens who cannot become citizens because their wives are in the old country and who cannot bring their wives over because they are not citizens." Miss Abbott declared against extending the quota regulations to Canada, declaring that "we should be able to welcome these aliens with proper military they are hard-picked and selected by a careful process through Canada." Robert A. Miller of Ohio State University, discussed alien culture in this country, which he said, "has been driven into cold storage by the activities of the Ku Klux Klan and the 100 per cent." EASTERN COLLEGE GETS $82,000 SCIENCE HALL PHILADELPHIA, Pa. Dec. 31.—A sum amount to $82,500 has been raised for the construction of a new science building, which still soon gave the crypts of Lincoln University. Of the $82,500 which has been raised for this building—the General Education Board, New York, has appropriated $40,000; alumni of the university from Massachusetts to California and from South Africa, British Architects, plans are being rapidly prepared and work will be begun as soon as the weather permits in the spring. The building will be of red brick with limestone trimmings. The first floor will be devoted to physics, the second floor to biology, and the third floor to chemistry. The building will occupy a prominent site a little to the northwest of the present recitation building. The architect is J. B., Betelle of Gulbfert and Betelle, Newark, New Jersey. It is probable that the cornerstone will be laid at the college commencement June 9th WASHINGTON, D. C. Dec. 31.—The teachers of Washington are contesting a hot fight for the approval of a bill for a substantial increase in salary. A committee has already been designated to make an appeal to the faculty. Threaten To Leave All of the correspondence between the committee of the faculty, Dr. J. is to be commended, but the girl, who has had a business training has no right to deprive the girl, without that training of the job of operating an elevator or of the job of stock girl in a department store, when that is the only thing she can do, but if there is nothing else for her to do, why she is forced to do it. We must make openings for our boys and girls and not expect others to do so much. Why Mabek, there is no reason why we should not have here in St. Louis, a bank owned by our people. You may say, we haven't the money, but you should visit any of the banks of our city and be convinced that we do deposit money. Let us have some shop stores, dry goods and large grocery stores and the question of employment for our children will there been solved—in part any way. Amific do you think we are able to support such enterprises? Why don't it be a fact that we eat as much as other folks, and certainly we are compelled to wear shoes and if you don't believe that we spend as much for clothing in proportion to our number, as others, you have only to inquire at Grand Leaders, Sorgeres, Ingents and some of the other stores where we have accounts. Well, Am I convinced that you are right. Good bye dear. Good bye Auntie. M. Moorland of the trustee board and Dr. Emmett J. Scott, secretary-treasurer of the university, was set forth in full. The memorial stated that teachers are leaving Howard University for better positions and cited several separations during last year. The names of 33 teachers were printed at the end of the document. Concerning2 allocation of funds appropriated to increase teachers' salaries, the pumpper set forth in part: "Of the $15,100 allotted by the board of trustees for increase of salaries and employees on the Hill, little more than $1,000 was assigned to the 60 academic teachers who signed the original memorial. It would appear that we shared 60 very slight degrees in the $15,100 allotted for increase in salaries. "We are naturally curious to know where the balance of the $15,100 was applied. As the whole amount was allotted to "the increase of salaries of teachers and other employees on the Hill," we take for granted the bulk of it went to the other employees, who seem to be the principal beneficiaries of our memorial. Our apportionment of salaries was not made on the basis ofruck, longevity, experience or attainment. It humilifies the just dignity and the professional pride of any body of workers to have the administration piece out their pay by dolling out a few dollars here and there according to its good will and pleasure." (Cambridge University Dormitory Plc.) GREENSPURIO, N. C. - Dec. 31. One of the largest dormitories in the county. Palmer Memorial Institute dormitory for boys, was burned to the ground, having resulted in a loss estimated at $9,000. The fire is said to have been started by sparks coming from a defective furnace flue. The flames were discovered at 3 a.m. and within an hour had completely destroyed the structure. A bucket luggage suspended in keeping the flames from their buildings. It was the fifth fire on the campus within three years. SEGREGATION IN SCHOOLS FOUGHT IN NEW MEXICO LAS CHUVES, N. M., Dec. 31. A case was brought up in the district court there. Monday, involving the restriction of colored boys and girls from attending district schools with whites. Eight colored families filed a petition asking the abolition of such conditions. (c. "W. Muhone, Negro attorney of Albuquerque, took charge of the case for the plaintiffs.) The separation of Negro and white students has been carried on since the beginning of the fall term at which time its practice was begun. The growing contempt of the Negroes for such a situation finally terminated in the suit now on docket. Members of the law Crimes union high school board, the board of country commissioners, and Colony Superintendent Leen B. Sexton are pamed in the complaint as defendants. Associated Negro Press ENSLY,肇庆. Auc. Dec. 21.—Mrs. Robert Waller was slain by her husband at the home of her mother,嫂妓yaybuller,bullet thru her heart's heart, from an auto-motor, sieped from the car and kissed her as she fell, then shot at her body four times as it lay on the ground before him, according to his cation悉 to the police. "loved the "woman better than anything in the world." Waller stated in the confession. When he had returned to his home, he sought to commit suicide. The bullet, however, struck a rib and chanced to result in a flesh wound in the side and arm. FINED $100 FOR STEALING JELLY Associated Negro Press. COLUMBIA, S. C. Dec. 31.—Al- though they said they had taken a jar of jelly from a house because they were hungry and wanted some- thing to eat. James Sachel. James Webber and Lester Hill were fined $100 each or 30 days on the chain THE WEEKEND EDITOR Mrs. Tillie Griffin, president of the Sisterhood of Pleasant Green Baptist Church, wishes to thank her co-workers and friends for their loyalty in putting over the program on Dec. 21. Mrs. Griffin joined the Church June, 1913 and has been an active worker since. She has served various positions in the measure of Mission Circle, secretary of Sunday School, treasurer of Sunday School and president of Class No. 1, which was organized Oct. 6, 1913. In 1985 Mrs Griffin became teacher of the class up to 1921. After the death of our treasurer, Sister Ora Parker, in 1915, the name of the class was changed to Level Ora. The class has always done great work and has always been the banner class. Owing to the helment weather on Dec. 21, there were not many out, but we wish to thank you for $143.37. On Dec. 4, the brothers raised $191.25 which made the total $488.62; for which we thank you. We met 200 letters to the various churches, societies and undertakers. The following responded: Mr. Chas. Gates, Underkinder, $2.50; Progressive Tab. No. 101, $1.00; Execsior Court No. 14, $1.00; White Temple No. 19, $15.00; Morocco Council No. 101, $5.77; Opal Chapter No. 83, $1.25; Great Western Temple, $2.00; Mr. Carmel U. K. and D. of A. $5.00; Providence Council A.U.K.D. or A. $2.50 and Robe Guide Club, $5. We hope to hear from the others later. Pastor J. K. Parker wishes to thank who contributed. On Dec 24, the Junior B. Y. P. 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R FALL AND WINTER SUITS NOW, At AKE JICK YOUR TAILOR 1024 Market Street NEGRO NATIONAL BASEBALL LEAGUE MEETS HERE JAN. 31 Statement From Headquarters Covers Blount Case, Affecting Detroit Franchise And Players. FOREWORD BY NATALIE BOSCHMAN Headquarters CHICAGO, Ill. Dec. 31—The New National League will hold a called meeting at St. Louis on Jan. 31, as we agreed at the meeting of the board of directors on Saturday, December 26 at 3435 Indiana avenue, during the annual confab of the western circuit heads. It was at this meeting that the directors of the western league wrote John Blount or Detroit demanding that he give the players on the playt Straight line to the playt claimed they had coming to them. Blount on the opening day of the meeting had been taken to task for dropping his players from his pay roll fifteen days before the season ended. At that time (December 4) he explained that the players had agreed to a cooperative plan. This the league did not believe as the players had written both the league president, Rube Foster and the league as a whole stating their side of the contagious which in a few words was nothing else than a bloom on September 18 and told them he was through. They played some harm- storming games, they admit, but say Blount even charged them one dollar apiece, each game played after Sept. 16 for rental of uniforms. Blount was in the meeting at the time the charges were brought up. He knew of the fight that would be made on him. The matter was deferred for action two days later, owing to the joint meeting of the two leagues on Friday. A banquet was held Friday night and Blount suddenly took a notion not to remain and face the fight but that he had "urgent business" in Detroit. He left either on a midnight train Friday night or early Saturday morning. Anyway he was not present at the noon session Saturday, nor at the evening session held at the Indiana avenue address, which is "Foster's on the corner" (by Dr. Dr. Koehler of St. Louis as his proxy. The following clubs were represented at the meeting: St. Louis, Birmingham, Detroit (by proxy) the American Giants, Cuban Stars (by Proxy) Cleveland, Kansas City Monarchs. The Memphis club was represented by R. C. Lewis, who was absent because Lewis is still in debt to the league for $800.00, and was not admitted into the meeting. It was at this meeting that Blount was voted out of the league directing body as vice-president and replaced by Dr. Koehler, his proxy. He was not informed that he must pay players by January 1 or present affidavits signed by each player or pay players and present affidavits after January 1, and the league would return his money. This was a "bombshell and Blount then came through with a scatching statement that he was out of the league since January 1." The fans throughout the country are surprised inasmuch as Blount came to Chicago and came with the fullest intention of remaining in the league according to the league heads but when he saw the league meant business he couldn't stand the pressure. President Foster forced the issue in the beginning. He wrote to the members of the league saying he was through. He demanded that all indebtedness due him should be straightened up before he would go into executive session. This forced Memphis outdoors. He returned the league to the league, minus the indebtedness, due him. He made a motion to make Dr. Keyes chairman of a committee to examine his books on the league and make a financial statement and then offer his resignation. The motion died as no one would second it. Foster was re-elected president of the Negro National league by acclamation. The league's proceeded to do business. Wilkerson, owner of the Chicago Clippers, director in the western circuit, came forth and put his thousand dollars on the table. He told the directors under no circumstances at present could things be improved upon? Foster is president of the western circuit, was chairman of the commission on tentative agreement of peace between the two leagues and was chairman of the joint session, laying been nominated for the place by one Edward Bolden. He was also chairman of the commission governing the colored World series. No longing. No longing. No colored baseball what it is — Foster has shouldered the burden of financially backing several clubs. He has been forced at times to advance transportation monies, has paid salaries of players and this season after the league umpires (colored) were dropped in the middle of the season because the league had no funds to pay them — Foster carried them until the end of the season and paid them. He has advanced monies to the league salaries and salaries. This has done enough of and laid the matter before the league and demanded that in the future every tub must stand on its own bottom. The trouble started last summer when Blount refused to go to Cleveland to fill out a schedule. This brought a break between Foster and Bount. Foster claimed Blount refused to go because Cleveland did thought it should, as he did (Blount thought it should, as he did) and informed Blount that in case he did not go, no more league games would be scheduled in Detroit with the Detroit club. He also asked for Blount's resignation. There are fifty-six baseball players in the western circuit who would have jumped cast had not Foster personally guaranteed their salaries for 1925. Among these men is Bruce Petway, manager of the Detroit Stars. The false statements are untrue. some Chicago papers had a few out of town tapers stating that Foster has resigned from the league is not only arresteed but it is a deliberate attempt to mislead the public. These statements appear in issues of the newspaper while as a matter of record, Foster was re-elected on December 6. John Schorling (white) who leaves the lease on the American Giants park has never attended a league meeting. Foster owns the ball club and not Schorling. Any attempt to connect him with the league is another attempt to mislead. Wilkerson is the only white man in the league meeting and he has always been for the advancement of the league and takes no part in the petty squabbles. The eastern league had Spedden, Rossiter, Keenan and Strong; four. There has been an attempt made by one Chicago sport writer to make it appear that the western circuit was dominated by a white man. Detroit to Have Club There will be a Detroit ball club in the league in 1925. The park at Detroit is not for rent, nor can John T. Blount rent it. The truth of the matter is that Foster holds a lease on the park signed jointly by him self and Blount and the writer of this article knows that the owner of the park was in the city during the leisure time he was a conference with Poste concerning the lease in case Blount was forced out of baseball he was "doomed to get the gate." Blount entered baseball with live thousand dollars, never using the entire amount. His riso was phenominal. He made $28,000 clear in the first two years. He was warned that he might strike some learn years. Baseball men who had stood the graft; for the past ten years were loathe to believe of Blount's success. Then came the jumping to the east. Men like Warfield and Thomas got the graft; then Cooper and the Detroit fans' became with him a manager. He couldn't stand to lose and ball players became disgruntled at the treatment accorded then when they dropped games. This followed with the break with Foster this year and the passing of Blount out of the Negro baseball. NEGRO BOXERS SUFFER A SETBACK IN 1924 Associated Negro Press. NEW YORK, Dec. 31.—What is the trouble with our fighters? Are they keeping in line with the passing of the old year? Or are the white fighters our superiors? If not what does it mean when four of the leading race boxers were completely outclassed by their white opponents and one, Tiger Flowers rose to be the most talked of boxer in recent years. As a starter the brown-skinned boy from Panama, Jose Lombardo, survived the first bout in the elimination for a successor to Johnny Dundee's crown as the featherweight champion of the world, and then wooed him by Phil Kapel in a few weeks later. Next in line came Kid Norfolk, who was apposed to be the greatest fighter of his weight in the world today until Tom Gibbons stopped him in the former's first mixed bout in Madison Square Garden. Then in the last week of the old year Larry Estridge, another race boxer, who is the sole survivor of his company that went in action with the Germans in France and who was fast gaining attention as an opponent for Harry Greb's middleweight title, was knocked out by Paul Berbenbach, a white boxer, with a hard punch, the sports critics of "New York hemp" express their comments before the fight and unanimously stated that the Nerger would win hands down because he was too fast for the white boy. -Eut the results were different and so is Estridge. In Philadelphia, Joe Libbey, a very promising weightluger, and the hope of the race in this part of the country, who was promised a match with Mickey Walker, the welter weight champion, and the white boy sanctioned it, was badly beaten by Lew Tonder, a crack white fighter the passing of the last four hours left, and the race but the rise of Tiger Flowers, who cheered their hearts. Not since the days of Joe Walcott, whose fighting ability was the talk of the world a few years back, has a man, white on black, caused the fighters of note to run like the Tiger. BOURBON SOUTH IS NOT LIKE CIVILIZED FRANCE BATTLING SIKI LEARNS Preston News Service. MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 31—Battling Siki. Senegalese pagulist, was fined 450 in police court last week as a sequel to his appearance at a restaurant which caters to an exclu sly white patronage and his alleged insistence upon service. Charges against Siki's wife and her brother, Beverly Werne, of Memphis, who also were taken into custody, were dismissed. Siki in broken English, insister on obtaining food, according to statements of the restaurant owner Service refused, a porter was caller to eject Siki and the police summed. Police reached the scent just after the porter had accomplished his task. Associated Negro Press CHESTER PLA. Dec. 31—Johnus Griffith, the crack chored light weight, of this city, scored a techi cal knockout over Willie Anderson who substituted for Leo Patterson in the second round of their wind up Tuesday night, when Referee Law Balley stopped the tilt in the second round to save Anderson from further punishment. In the semi-wind up, *All Howard and Willie Griffith* boxed eight fast rounds to a draw. HAMPTON TRIES ST. PAUL Associated Negro Press. HAMPTON, Va., Dec. 31—Hampton Institute's basketball tossers welcomed the St. Paul. Tigers into inter-sollegiate competition by coming on the long end of a 38-12 victory over high-gamely, but was outclassed in all opportunities of the game and showed the lack of stiff competition in the past. Those who saw the team perform were confident that as the season grows it will give its opponents a strong run for the money. RIDDLE AND TAYLOR STAR IN DEFEAT OF MISSOURI LOS, ANGELES, CALIF., Dec. 31. JOHN Riddle, BRIECE Taylor are reported to have played in the inter-sectional football game at the University of Missouri and the University of California, played here last week. Riddle, who is considered the hardest line plunger on the U. S. C. team, made many of the advances that counted towards touch downs. So outstaffing was his playing, that he was landed in write-ups of the game and his picture appeared in local newspapers. "Whenever U. S. C. was badly in need of a few yards dhonkey that was standing right handedly and many times took a lot more for the good measure, Boy! What a drive that gave in his bipeds. We're not from Missouri, but he showed all of us yesterday;" this is a statement that came out in a leading daily concerning Riddle's play. Briece Taylor, Trojan guard whom Tom Trocher said, was like a locomotive did not fail to let the Tiger know that he was in the game. Negro Middleweight Champ 'K. Oed' By Heavier Opponent NEW YORK, Dec. 31.—The Negra middleweight champion of the world, Larry Estridge, suffered a knock-out in the early periods of a fight here last Saturday with Paul Burien back, who had 15 pounds weight advantage. The colored fighter seemed to lose his usual cockerheadedness before his opponent and allowed him to break the grip once again untimely. He displayed rent gameness. In the main Estridge was too frail against the husky Berien back. The former weighted 153, while the latter weighted 168 pounds. Talledega University Has New $50,000 Gymnasium TALLADEGA. Ala., Dec. 31.—Thr the kind gift of Mr. James Callanam of Iowa. Talladega has come into posse- sion of a $50,000 gymnasium, one of the thuest in the south. The dedi- cation took place last week at which time Dr. R. R. Motton was the pric- hical speaker. The building is an attractive brick; 14 feet by 76 feet. It has galleries on both sides for spectators. It is thoroughly equipped with the latest high grade apparatus. The main floor is used for inter-class, and inter- college activities of the indoor var- ety. Adjoining the gymnasium floor is an apparatus room arranged that the main floor can be used for games. There are also offices and examination headquarters. The shower room includes 20 showers and 250 baths. A special feature however is a a swimming pool, 60 feet by 20 feet in size. WINTER LEAGUE SEASON CLOSES THIS SUNDAY WINTER LEAGUE SEASON CLOSES THIS SUNDAY LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec. 28—The California Winter League will close its season Sunday January 4. The L. A. White Sox and the 'St. Louis All-Stars will fight it out for the league championship. The White 'ox are composed principally of Kansas City Monarchs players. Manager Lorenzo Cobb of the All-Stars has his club in the pink of condition and there is hardly a weak spot or the final mortal series. SPEEDY MOULDEN IN CITY Speedy Moulden, has split with Jack Kearns and returned to *St. Louis*. Moulden says he is undecided between an offer to go to California and one to operate in New York. He has under his management a female whom he says has one of the best prepares her class. She weighs 165 pounds. Moulden wants to match her in this locality. His address is 4853 Maffett HINE HOWARD SELECTS AN ALL INDUSTRIAL LEAGUE CLUB The Howard has selected an All- slored Industrial League club, taken from the players in the 1924 schedule. The following is Howard's liquent: Battling Ball - Getting -In Shape At New York Battling Ball, St. Louis light-weight ing champion, writes from New York that he is getting in good shape to carry out the program of bouts are argued for him in eastern cities and Canada. Ball is training at Flahor- y's Gym in Long Island, under the leaders of the promoter of the Wills- Madden. Burch McDermott, the writes that Ball is a faithful trainer; the best t125 pound boxer in the game; and that he is going to do his best to put Ball before the world. Benny They send greetings to their St. Louis friends and acquaintances. INDIANAPOLIS A. B. C'S WILL NOT ENTER LEAGUE In an emphatic statement issued Saturday by Mrs. C. I. Taylor, owner of the club national known as C. I. Taylor's A. B. B. club of Indianapolis, the report that the A. B. B. C.'s would play in the National Negro League was absolutely denied. Mrs. Taylor's statements follow: "The A. B. B. club has not been sold or lensed but is still my property and will play them for independent busing or for the coming season. C. I. Taylor's A. B. B. club are out of the League and will stay for there is much wrangling and its tension which they are willing to avoid in the picture." The Indianapolis, A. B. C.'s as originally constituted and the fans who make the reputation of the National League possible will not soon forget the base ingrititide of the League in failing to deal fairly or to assist the A. B. C.'s. I terp the notion of the League, ungrateful because Mr. Taylor was the owner and booster of the idea out of which the League grew. I am in possession of the diplippins which show that Mr. Taylor has the idea of organized baseball for colored players for clean sport and higher standard just as he was a planner in the fight for clean sport and higher standard for players and fans. At that time there was much opposition expressed to the idea, one of which is expounded by the President of the present league was that the supporters of the clubs, or fans as we now term them, were not dependable or grateful for the efforts put forth for their diversion and entertainment. Later the league came into being, but to this day belongs the credit for its origin. And this is the reason his respect and gratitude for Mr. Taylor efforts to make colonized baseball something to be proud of should have assisted the team which he founded and which bears his name. Since they are no more a part of the League let the club which enters from Indianapolis now, go in under its proprietor and make a reputation on its own merit and not on borrowed glory, fabled though it now is. Quizns the GAME. Every Indianapolis fan knows that before C. J. Indianapolis, no colored man had Indianapolis, no colored man had credible reputation for the colored clubs here. Respectable citizens refused to attend the games because gambling, bad language and general rowdyism were permitted to go on. The games were played in a mud lot, unsanitary and far inferior to my standard of high citizenry. Consequently the masses rightfully refused to tolerate or indulge the sport as practiced here. Many years of hard and unrestraint struggle on the part of Mr. Taylor changed those condi- tions of the pedicers he made the way easy for the colored man and it is to be hoped that the next owner will live up to the same high standard or essay higher ones. With that I have the same concern that any other true lover of baseball and any booster of Indianapolis has, but I insist that credit be given where it is due and that these players who worked gladly that those who came after might go farther be given recognition. That will be a greater tribute to the memory and work of C. L. Taylor than any manuscript of brick or stone. The Indianapolis fans may cease to remember or care that they Contributed to a fund for the creation of a monument, but will not forget the high standards set for colored baseball. HANNIBAL MO Union Christmas services were held at the Scott Chapel M. E. Church Rev. F. D. Avant, pastor, Christmas morning. The sermon was preached by Rev. Ernest S. Reed, using for a subject, "Gods Unspeakable Gift." The Minister's Alliance of the city has announced a special watch-meeting service to be held at the Second Christian Church on New Year's Eve. The service will be in the form of a praise meeting, conducted by Rev. N. C. Hancock, and participated in by all of the churches. *** The funeral of Mrs. Belle Befford was held at the Helping Hand Baptist Church Monday afternoon, Rev. C. R. McDowell, pastor of the Church officiating. *** Rev. S. L. Brooks, pastor of Allen Chapel A. M. E. Church, has returned from a business trip to the Southland and has resumed charge of the services at his church. *** Men's Day was observed at the Eighth and Center St. Baptist Church last Sunday with a special afternoon service and with special features at the regular services. Sermons were delivered morn- Shalma Bina, M. At 3:30 p.m. mon was delivered by Dr. J. B. Trotter, pastor of the Fifth St. Baptist Church on "Men and Religion." The singing was lead by a chorus of men and several selections were rendered by the Lincoln University Orchestra the members of it being honour for the holidays. *** Persons having notes for the Argus will call Mrs. Daisy Brown. Phone 363, not later than Monday evening of each week. Washington School Teacher Drops Dead On Street Preston News Service. WASHINGTON. D. C. Dec. 31.—Josephine L.-Dandridge, thirty-nine, a teacher at the Logan School-, Third and G streets northeast, was taking some of her pupils to a rehearsal for a Christmas play, when she dropped dead in front of the Union Station. The teacher, who lived at 641 Ackerson street northeast, was taking the children to the Lincoln theatre, on U street between Twelfth and Thirteenth streets, when she fell to the pavement. Policeman Dallinger of the Sixth precinct picked her up and called a * CONTINUE FROM PAGE ONE Washington Theatre, Mr. B. G. Smith of Pine Street Department 'Y, M. C. A., proved to be the typical Santa Claus who greeted all the boys and girls. This event followed the Old Locket's Book Novel Bazaran idea conceived by Mrs. Perdane and worked out by co-operation with the Membership Circles and friends of Wheatley Branch Y, W. C. A. Judge Clark's Xmas Tree Another big Christmas attraction was the Christmas tree provided for the children of the Fourth Constabulary district by Messers. Critenden E Clark, Justice of the Peace, Lington Harrison, Contaide, Ernest Patillo, deputy constable and Robt. T. Scott, committeeman, Sixth Ward. According to a statement by Judge Clark, who was the moving spirit in the afternoon, he presents during the afternoon and evening. Mostly apples, oranges and pears. Of course, the grown-ups who found their way to the kitchen during this time found something to suit the appetite, for the ice box was well filled with eggs when the reporter left at a late hour. Through Committeeman Robt. T. Scott, Lawton boulevard, one of the main traffic arteries was closed between Leffingwell and Avenue 6, this being the block in which avenues, this being the block was located in the yard in front of Clark's residence. 284 Lawton. Baskets for the poor families were also distributed. Xmas At The Orphans' Home The Board of Directors and management of the St. Louis Colored Orphans' Home wish to express their appreciation of the assistance given by friends to make the Christmas season a happy one for the children of the Home. We wish to thank especially Mrs. Ada Williams, Mrs. M. Hardy and Miss Estelle Thomas for donations for the tree. Mr. Leon Emerson brought fruit, the Mite Missionary Society of the St. Paul A. M. E. church gave a box of finest apples. A most useful gift of sixteen sheets was presented to our chairman, Mrs. Annie M. Malone, from friends at Poro College. The children of the Home were much happy by a collection of unique toys from the Fildent Toy Shop. We feel especially indebted to Mr. Fred Gardner, Mr. Edward Boland, Mr. Roderick Davis and Mr. Matin for their help in decorating the Xmns tree. Saturday afternoon the children were royally entertained at Hotel DuBois by the manager, Mrs. Ferguson with a feast of turkey and all its accessories that will never be forgotten by the lucky children present. On Monday afternoon, the children of the Home were the guests of the Sunday School of the Union Memorial church. Misses Smith and Lewis called for the children in cars and a delightful afternoon was enjoyed by all. Progressive Charity Club The Progressive Welfare Club, a charity organization, distributed sixty three (63) baskets to some of the worthy needy of this city on Christmas morning. Each basket contained canned corn, peas, beans, rice corn meal, potatoes, coffee, bacon, pork shoulder, bread and sugar. This club was organized in April, 1921 by Miss Octavia M. Taylor, Since organizing, it has ben the custom to scatter sunshine when and where a cloud seemed to appear. The follohew contributions to liberal contributions added use to scatter blessings—Judges Elmer L. Moon, William J. Blesse, Ittner, William Killoran and Chauncey J. Kruger; Attorneys Ben S. Goodman, Lee L. Turner, Joseph Kane, S. Thomas, F. H. Brown and R. O. Rumer; Constable Ira Dorsay; Deputy Constable William Batavia; Nat Goldstein, N. Cooper, Deltzler and O. A. Armstrong, Court Clerk. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Kennard, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Holt, Mr. and Mrs. Vancy, Mr. Steve Mickens, Mrs. Hattie Walker and Mrs. Sarah Murry. Officera. C. W. Williams, president; Mamie Vancy, vice-president; Henriettig Kennard, secretary; J. Bishop Kennard, treasurer. Investigating Committee G. W. Holt, R. Holt and Steve Mickens. Octavia M. Taylor, Organizer and Legal Adviser. Ticket Distribution For Post-Dispatch Festival Over a thousand tickets were distributed at Wholeley Branch Y. W. C. A. last Wednesday afternoon December 24, complements of the Post Dispatch for the annual festival at the Coliseum which was held Christmas day. These tickets, which not only en- titled children, to admission to the Coliseum, but car tickets and pres- ents, were also included. Major William H. Butler, chairman, assisted by others, braved the cold and made the distribution in about an hour and a half. Both white and colored children were served. On New Year's Eve, the old Liberty Bell in Independence Hall, Philadelphia rang 148 times, once for each year in the life of this nation. And the radio carried the sound of the bell all over the land, and across the water. a complimentary dance the Kappa Alpha Pi Fraternity and others of the city's visitors. The hospitality of the young ladies, good music, efficient taxi service, etc., made this social event one that will long be remembered in St. Louis and in those various places from which the guests came. Closed Affairs The annual banquet was given at Menelik Hall on the evening of Dec. 31. One of the special features of the banquet was the presentation to the Grand Chapter of a silver loving cup by the St. Louis Chapter. The cup has engraved on it the names of the brothers of the local chapter of the fraternity, joying as well as a fine poem. The program consisted of toasts and talks on subjects vital to the fraternity. The Fourteenth Annual — Grand Chapter Prom was given at V. F. W. Hall, 25 N. Grand Blvd. The cost of Kappa Alpha Psi is to make that event one of such a type that the spirit of K. A. I. may be more effectively defined among all members. (Custom has also made the affair a closed one, in the sense that only Kappa men, their gives and lady friends are admitted.) The Hall was decorated especially for this occasion, the city's decorating concepts. During the grand match the ladies were given favors; beautiful silver perfume; f l a s k s k s upon which was placed the fraternity's emblem. This affair by far was the most picturesque and colorful event of the season. All dances were held in the V. E. W. Hall, a place which has before this time been unavailable to colored on the city. In connection with the format affair urged by the by the Kappus Alpha Polo Security many supplementary house parties were given. **Next Meet in Gotham** New York was selected as the host city of the 1925 convention while the following men were elected to guide the destinies of the Kappus next year: Grand Polenarch, Earl B. Dickerson, Chicago alumni, Grand E. Dickerson, Polenarch, dancer Hunter, Grand E. Dickerson, Keeper of Ex. J. Ernest Wilkins, lt. Chapter, Chicago, Grand, Strategue, F. A. Clements, Theta, Evanson, III; Lieut. Strategue, Nathan D. Scott, Chi. Boston, Mass. Kappas Heard W. T. Vernon CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE our property holdings. We estimate assets and liabilities. Yet all these pass, all these come to an end. May we not take stock of values superior to these? How invaluable have been the blessings we have received! No man can estimate these in terms of dollars, pounds, francs, or lire. We need no books for the calculation. The preponderant question fueling each of us today is—"What can I give in return for what I get?" What of sympathy, love and service? Today we have the greatest opportunity man ever had to serve. Are we using our gifts not for our own aggrandizement alone, but for humanity? This is no argument for profitability. Every man should strive to be independent. He desires the comfort money can bring, the place that a competency among his fellows insures. He needs books, money, are selected. He needs culture and exalted living for himself and those dear to him. This he secures with the increment of his labor; with money. "The accumulation of wealth for wealth's sake alone is the root of all evil. Philanthropy has a new meaning. The acts of present day benefactors at times are not at all removed from deeds of holliness. Fraternity, knowledge, fidelity—what wonderful world, what benevolent life, this scheme of uplift and betterment. Fraternal, friendly, knowing; having knowledge which is power, with fidelity unquestioned. Any man whose soul is on fire with such principles will give richly to a world in need of his life and labors. These words potential have meaning for us as we walk by the light of the Holy Bible, the illumination of which accentuates unto the end of the day. To do this successfully, the apostle Paul instructs us to virtue knowledge, and to knowledge temperance and to temperance, patience, and to patience, godliness, and to godliness, brotherly kindness, and the brotherly kindness, charity." Getting all, giving nothing, always means destruction of others; destruction of self. What are we giving to our fellows? Contributions without heart, as a matter of custom or shall we, may we not give a life? This surpasses doHars. Dollars will disappear, soul, impulses and sympathy given are eternal. We never know how well or how much we do. How often do we feel that we have failed? Judged by things material; seen by the world in terms of self-aggrandizement, place and power, we have failed. But Our Father in heaven otherwise determines values. Truly we do not know. We need but to be sure whether we are tending in our heart impulses. Many may follow us. "Patience brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, if there be any praise, think on these things." My brothers of Kappa Alpha Psi, the hour will come when the follower of Hippocrates will cease the practice of medicine, the displease of Blackstone will lay aside his brief case, the man of business will close his ledgers, the teacher will no longer give instruction. Then will the shadows lengthen, the sky turn yellow, then gold, then maybe. "The long day closes," "Sunset and evening bell—after that the dark." May we not in this presence while the day is yet full ask ourselves—what of the morning? ? "Come on, snap out of it! Be a man," reads the physical culture advertisement. But bobbed half girls shouldn't take it too serious. PAGE SEVEN CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE end, without knowing, the means to achieve this end. Mr. Lasker said, "People say that race prejudice is as old as the ages, that it is an instinct and that one never can bring it to an end. But one cannot have an instinctive regulation to a color. Do you have any repulsion to the color of chocolate candy?" "It is not instinctive. It is acquired, and if we admit that it is acquired, we must admit also that we can be rid of it. People who talk about Nordic superiority generally are blust." "Unfavorable experiences set the keynote and we become conscious of a dislike for colored people long after we have forgotten the experience which created the feeling. When we hear Southern Negroes making that Christ was a colored man we have a feeling that they are sacreligious. We picture him as a man with blue eyes and long flowing looks, wheres he actually looked like one of the Arabs." "Do you know how the Northerns actually gained their power and pre-dominance in the world today, they were sailors and learned to obey their captains. During a storm, the one who would not obey the leader was the first to be thrown overboard and the only action that gave them their successes in their early raids and whataker their successes today." Atlanta N. & I. Principal Is Indicted For Cruelty Atlanta N. & I. Principal Is Indicted For Cruelty CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE In the name of the "trustees" at with the special committee reported that it was unable to discover any trustees." Financial Reports Not Found. The report also declared that no regular financial reports for the institution had ever been available. Situations account for the keeping of his funds, according to the department report, also refused to name the bank in which his depo- sits were made. After declaring that the sanitary condition of the school is bad and describing the conditions in which the students' lying quarters were found, the report pointed out that the fire hazard is very great, the buildings be- ing of frame construction without fire experience, that oil lamps and coal spades are used, the central enclo- ment at the time of the inspection by the state department of welfare was eighteen, about half of whom were boarding units. The state department recommends in its report that Stinson be compelled to stop spending money for property while the institution suffers that the students be taught personal hygiene and that the sanitary conditions at the school be immediately improved. Two Foreign Mission Days In St. Louis CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE your Christinity is a sham, a fraud, a mockery. There were 20 or more young men and women, most of whom are under 24 years of age, who went forth last Sunday to announce the drive and urge contributions. Any persons who have not been reached and who want to contribute may send their contribution to your pastor with instruction to Dr. J. T. Custon, 3348 West Belle and a priest receipt will be sent. Big Two Day Mass Meeting The efforts of St. Louisans to raise their quota will come to an end when a two days mass meeting and missionary symposium will be held. The date has been set as Monday and Tuesday, January 5 and 6 in the afternoon and night of each day. The First Baptist Church was chosen as the place. Dr. L. K. Williams Pres., National Baptist Convention, Dr. J. K. Austin, Chairman National Baptist Correction Mission Board, Dr. J. E. East, Correction Secretary, of Foreign Mission Board, and Seymour of Foreign Mission Board, who spent 11 years as a missionary in theoca and Dr. Charles Satchle Morris, M. of Virginia, Special Field Representative, will be the out-of-town speaker each session Dr. East will show by illustrated lectures the actual condition of Africa. Dr. L. K. Williams is scheduled to deliver an address Monday night. He will be introduced by Dr. O. C. Max well, Dr. J. C. Austin of Pittsburgh, Pa., who many regard as the most gifted pulpitifier in America, will speak Tuesday night. He will be introduced by Dr. J. Lyle Caster. All Reports will be reviewed on Tuesday night. Pastors of churches or other persons desiring more envelopes call in person or in phone at the residence of Mrs. J. T. Cason or Mrs. O. C. Maxwell who are directing the drive here in St. Louis. TRUCK PLUNGES: MEN KILLED BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Dec. 31 Jasper Leonard and Reese Robinson were "instantly killed" Monday afternoon when a heavy motor truck on which they were riding overturned on the pumphouse road several miles from the city. ADDITIONAL WANT ADDS OTHER WANT-ADS ON PAGE 12 FOR RENT—Warm furnished room in a quiet home. 1703 N. Taylor. (1-2-3) FOR RENT—Newly furnished rooms with a respectable family. Forest 5118. (1-2-3) FOR RENT—Two furnished rooms on first floor. Also five unfurnished rooms on second. Reasonable. 2828 Locust. (1-2-2) FOR RENT—44XX Enright Four rooms and bath. Second floor furnished or unfurnished. Delmar 5386. FOR SALE—Pool room 3 tables good location at 2002 Mack. Ask for Mountry, proprietor. (1-2-6) THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, JAN. 2, 1925 MEMBER RACE PREJUDICE! lensed myself that there is no more evil prejudice; none at all! eliberately—it is, the worst single the holds together more baseness, cruelty sort of error in the world." —H. G. We "I am convinced myself that there is no more evil in this present world than race prejudice; none at all!" "And the most single thing in life now it justifies and holds together more baseness, cruelty and abomination than any other sort of error in the world." — H. G. Wells. CAN MISSOURI AFFORD IT? ings in this State in four years. must the people of Imperial Missouri morably with some of the southern different attitude toward mob law back of all civilized people. must to mob rule, lynching and backward in the march of civilization of the world; ideal in weather liberal in hospitality. But, why are cities, no great manufacturier? Why, with all the political eliminated and elected President Jefferson is clear. supposed to be different. Lynchin South. It is the by-product of this State seek the most back world to pattern after? is to take her place in the ranks and pattern after such states. ning is a heathen, pagan idea. the people of a state, especially the Happily, the officers are rem nobody who thinks logically woe the United States, whose home status. No one would want a manates whose hands are guilty of no-day, has the hardest task that is trying to rise, and, at the same. When we think of the struggle white people of the South are make Negroes down, we are reminder of philosophy, "You cannot keep a manying down with him." people of the South, of Missouri, in just that one lesson, everybody much to lose and nothing to gain but she, as a state, has much to that cotton raising is becoming of state. The farming districts are flux of Negro laborers who have are the fields, seeking better place free from mob law, and have an. Will the people of the Stateades any people - it must be stop Three lynchings in this State in four years leaves a pretty lack mark against the people of Imperial Missouri. This record will compare favorably with some of the southern states whose reless and indifferent attitude toward mob law has made them no laughing stock of all civilized people. States that cater to mob rule, lynching and burning of human beings, are backward in the march of civilization. The South the garden spot of the world; ideal in weather, with natural sources, and liberal in hospitality. But, why is it that the auth has no large cities, no great manufacturing plants, no real statesmen? Why, with all the political power, can no utherner be nominated and elected President of the United states? The season is clear. Missouri is supposed to be different. Lynching-burning is a product of the South. It is the by-product of slavery. Why should the people of this State seek the most backward section in all the civilized world to pattern after? If the State is to take her place in the ranks of first class states, she should pattern after such states. Lynching-burning is a heathen, pagan idea. Somehow its stain sticks to the people of a state, especially those who are responsible for it. Happily, the officers are responsible. In a civilized country, nobody who thinks logically would want a man as President of the United States, whose home state has a public record of lawlessness. No one would want a man Vice-President of the United States whose hands are guilty of slaying the innocent. The South, to-day, has the hardest task that ever baffled the human mind. It is trying to rise, and, at the same time, keep the Negroes down. When we think of the struggles and the sacrifices that the white people of the South are making in their efforts to keep the Negroes down, we are reminded of Booker T. Washington's philosophy, "You cannot keep a man down in the ifft without staying down with him." If the white people of the South, of Missouri, and everywhere would learn just that one lesson, everybody would be much better off. Missouri has much to lose and nothing to gain by condoning lynching-burning; but she, as a state, has much to lose. It will be remembered that cotton raising is becoming one of the chief products of the State. The farming districts are being greatly benefited by the influx of Negro laborers who have fled from the South, leaving bare the fields, seeking better places in which to live; seeking to be free from mob law, and have a chance to educate their children. Will the people of the State protect them? Mob violence degrades any people—it must be stopped. LOOKING FORWARD to the future we only see to-day we go on like the man in the way by the eye of faith. ate the future, we have only the we guided. In the past, we have and evil have striven for the mas- s of nature, these things will be on the threshold of the New Year. As we gaze into the future we only see to-day. Hope, however, gives courage to go on like the man in the dark, step by step, finding our way by the eye of faith. As we anticipate the future, we have only the lamp of the past by which to be guided. In the past, we have seen men rise and fall. Good and evil have striven for the mastery. So, according to the laws of nature, these things will be on the horizon of the New Year. In entering upon the threshold of the New Year, we should do so with full reverence to Him who controls, the destinies of men, depending upon Him to guide us through the valley and shadow of death, as well as lead us through green pastures. The more we witness the annual festivals given by the Post Dispatch at the Coliseum at Christmas time, the more thoroughly we are convinced that the affair comes nearer expressing the spirit of the season than any big thing we have seen in this city. Only does it express the spirit of the occasion, but, to our amazement, is a fine expression of democracy. We make this statement because, when we think of Christmas, we think of Christ, the precious gift to all mankind. We think of His words when He said, "Suffer little children to come into me and forbid them not for of such is the kingdom of heaven." There was no discrimination there. He did not say to this one, "You come hither," and to that one, "You go yonder." But He had come to Him. So it was with the Post-Dispatch, in the distribution of the tickets and presents, as well as, the eating arrangements at the Coliseum, so far as the children were concerned. This was a fine spirit. A spirit that exemplifies the Christ, and a fine example for a democracy like this of ours. Not that we have any desire to see colored children and white mix as such, but rather, we hate the spirit that says to us or ours, "you go here," while others go yonder, because, in the providence of God, we were born of different parents. We hate the spirit that says to us, "Thus far shalt thou go and no farther," just because of the color of our skin or the texture of our hair. It has pleased Him to make many colors among men just as He has of birds, beasts or fishes. So far as we were able to see, the little white boy, who passed the table, received his toys, and found his, seat, was not hurt by the presence of a little colored boy just behind him, who found a seat beside him in the balconies. We particularly noticed that the actors, or performers, who furnished the entertainment, and whose acts made the little white boy laugh, the same thing always tickled the little colored boy by his side. Then, too, there is a human side to an affair of this kind. We all are human. We, the colored people, are Americans. We know one language, and worship the one God. We study the same books and are taught the same standards of living. We would save a white child from danger just as quickly as we would save a colored, child from peril. It's the human spirit that makes us do that. The affair at the Coliseum Christmas, given by, the Post-Dispatch, is not a social affair. It was an entertainment, a high class entertainment. So with the theatres; those who make it a social affair, select their company and go in parties. Public affairs should always be public affairs in the spirit of democracy. The Argus wishes to acknowledge the receipt of Christmas packages from Poro A College, Mme, C. J. Walker Manufacturing Company, and W. B. Ziff Company. Accept our sincere thanks. We also acknowledge the receipt of many, many greetings, in the form of Xmas cards, that have come to us this season, all of which have served to lighten our burden, and our profound gratitude goes out to all who have been so thoughtful of us at this time. NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTION Let us first resolve to be men and women by playing the part of men and women. Let us not be satisfied with anything less than a man's part. Let us teach the youth of the race to let no condition conquer the spirit of their souls. Teach them to be willing to be measured by every test of man, patriotic, loyal and true. Teach them that it is manly to fight for a man's place, and not to be satisfied with anything less. Teach them that success is limited only by their own minds and determination. To this end that they may grow to be men and women prepared for the new duties, and the new responsibilities that are fast falling upon them. (From the Censor) Adverse comment on the verdict acquitting Lom Motlow on the charge of murder has been widespread and very severe. The jury, the court, the accused and the attorneys for the defense come in for criticism, especially, the attorneys who appeared for Lom Motlow and injected the race question into the case. It cannot be denied that, for the most part, all those criticised, but especially so the Tennessee lawyers, who attacked the Negro witness in the case, and through him the entire Negro race, particularly the Negroes of St. Louis, deserve what they are getting. The jury is severely condemned for, the verdict, and especially the foreman of the jury, who made the four declaration after the verdict was rendered that "we didn't believe what the Negro said. We didn't believe what the accused a white man said. We paid no attention to the arguments of the lawyers, exonerated of Col. Bond of Tennessee, who speech to the jury was entertained." The severest criticism is trade of the court for allowing Col. Bond to raise the issue of white man vs. Negro, and then making forbid appeals for the damnation of the Negro and the salvation of the man-killer, solely on the ground that one was black and the other white. With most of these adverse comments the Censor agrees. On some features of the case and the verdict the Censor would go even farther in condemnation than anything printed in outside papers. In justification of our position and the position of others who have so severely condemned the whole rotten business, we venture to refer briefly to the insolent and intolerable harangues made to the jury, unhindered by the court. Several of the lawyers made speeches of a pronouncedly Klu Klux Klan character. The worst of these was Col. Bond, white-haired, 73 years old; a life long personal friend of the man on trial, and a typical and traditional southerner. This aged southerner did not make any pretense of saying his client did not kill his victim, a white man, but justified that killing on the ground that when he shot his victim, he was trying to kill the Morro porter of the Pullman car, who he claimed, had been insolent to him. Listen to some of this southern colonel's vicious, verbiage, and keep in mind that he was talking in a court of justice in the state of Missouri, where all men are equal. "There are two kinds of Negroes in this country. One is the kind that knows its place. * * * The other class demands racial and social equality. They want to intermarry with your daughters and mine. They shall not do it. When the inevitable conflict comes we white men shall stand together as one and stamp out this evil. * * * This Negro Wallis is one of these Negro uplifters. He was insolent to Motlow because he thought Motlow was poor white trash. We want you to send Lem Motlow back home with the 'Stamp of Approval' on his brow." Much more did this. Tennessee colonel indulge in, all directed to arouse race hatred, to dainn the Negro eyecysts to the killing, and not one word directed to prove that he bowled did not kill the man at whom he bowled his pistol when he putted the anger. There were other addresses, similar character, but that of the Tennessee colonel was 'the most vicious, and the evident that he was brought here for the especial purpose of making that speech. We do not know whether the prisoner or any of his lawyers have any relationship with the infamous Ku Klux Klan. We do know that the principles that animated man speech and the principles that made the Ku Klux are identical; and we know that Tennessee, the state where the killer and the man who so strangely justified him are of Tennessee, that Tennessee is the very hot bed of Ku Klux Klanism. From a certain point of view, the severest blame attaches to the court that permitted any such speech to be delivered in a trial for murder, or any other crime. No good lawyer, of high honor and worthy to be a respected member of the profession, would storm to so low a level as did Col. Bond and certain of his associates. Col. Bond should have been silenced when it became plain that he was appealed to the mob snirk. It is within the power of a judge to silence an attorney. It is the duty of all judges to silence any such attorney. We, venture the assertion that no judge in any federal court would have permitted such speeches to be made. The state of Missouri, the city of St. Louis, and the legal prosecution in the state and city, have all been ordered to shame by the case—by the whole proceedings as well as by the verifier. The profession is making much noise about the curtailment of crime. The profession should begin its cleaning activities within its own domicile. THANK YOU 1924 LYNCHING RECORD TUSKEGE, Ala., Dec. 31. The following is the record of lynchings for the past year as compiled by Tuskegue Institute in the Department of Records and Research. 4 and find there were 16 persons lynched in 1924. This is the smallest number lynched. In any since records of lynchings have been made, and is 17 less than the number 33 for 1923 and 41 less than the number 57 for the year 1922. Nine of the persons were taken from the lands of the law 6 from jails and 3 from officers of the law outside of jails. There were 45 instances in which officers of the law prevented lynchings. Two women, 1 white and 1 colored, were among those thus saved. Eight of these preventions of lynchings were in Northern States and 47 in Southern States. In 36 of the cases the prisoners were removed or the guards augmented or other precautions taken. In 9 other instances, armed force was used to repel the would-be lynchers. In 4 instances during the year persons charged with being connected with lynching mobs were idited. Of the 19 persons thus before the courts only 5 were convicted. These were given jail sentences. Of the 16 persons lynched all were Negroes. Seven or less than one-half of those put to death were charged with rape or attempted rape. The offences charged were: Murder; 1; rape; 5; attempted rape; 2; killing officer of the law; 2; insulting woman; 3; attacking woman; 1; killing man in altercation; 1; wounding man; 1. The states in which prickings occurred, and the number in each state are as follows: Florida, 5; Georgia, 2; Illinois, 1; Kentucky, 1; Louisiana, 1; Mississippi, 1; Missouri, 1; South Carolina, 1; Tennessee, 1; Texas, 1 (Signed). R. R. Moton, Principal; Tuskegee Institute. CHINESE IDUCATOR SAYS CHINA IS FOR THE NEGRO CHINESE IDUCATOR SAYS CHINA IS FOR THE NEGRO HAMPTON, Va. Dec. 31. China was presented to the Negro in a new light by James M. Henry president of the Ganton Christian College of China in an address / delivered at Hampton Institute. He explained that the problems of the Chinese in China were very closely akin to the problems of the Negro in America, that the Chinese were thus great enemies with the latter. Haking them up in China, Doctor Henry could recall the amusement of the Southern Chinese when a northern province was taken captain. All this has churned during the last thirty years. Today there is a strong national feeling in this vastly populated country. In describing the political situation in China Doctor Henry asked his audience to picture, instead of three American parishes, three political leaders each in a different section of the country with armed followers. He explained with the reason why China has not been able to have an election such as American's. On what was formerly a quarantine there stands the Cainton Christian College with its thousand students. Doctor Henry said that Abraham Lincoln, General Armstrong, and Booker Washington are looking on with sympathy and understanding watching the progress of the colorful race. HUFFALO, N. Y., Dec. 24. - Tiger Flowers was held to a drawer Saturday after a long string of churches through the knockout or teetering out route. His opponent was Frankle Schoel, local midnight. The tremendous strength of School supported by his boxing skill, saved him from the awful sleeping potion that Flowers packs in his gloves. Flowers led the attacks throughout the light, smashing his opponent to the ropes time and time again. In the third round School was hurt by Flowers' heavy body punches, but he came back in the fourth and put up a game scram. In the last two rounds the Negro slugged his opponent violently, but was unable to send him down for the count. Flowers' weight was -161 pounds, while his opponent's weight was 150. AUTO MISHAP FATAL TO WASHINGTON PHARMACIST Preston News Service. WASHINGTON, D. C. Dec. 31. Dr. K. H. Shapley, formerly of the bougainville Hall pharmacy, Anacostia, hospital afternoon in Emergency hospital ampolis, Md., following an automobile incident near the old Tea house, twelve miles north of that city. After leaving Shady Side, Md., where he operated a farm and resort, Shipley's automobile became disabled. He engaged services of a garage in an effort to be towed to Annapolis. On the steep hillside curve at the old Ten house his front wheel, becoming entangled in the tow-rope, the car was overturned and dropped down a 20-foot embankment, pinning the druggist beneath it. THE ANNUAL PRESENTATION OF DIAMONDS TO FAITHFUL PORO COLLEGE EMPLOYEES First Row (left to right): Mrs. Margaret Jones Mrs. Thoria Tibbs Mrs. Little Eaton Miller, Miss Ruth Minor, Miss Estelle Themes, Miss Cecelia Tyson, Miss Alejia Harvey Second Row (left to right): Mrs. Roxapa Ruffin Mrs. Maidle Hill Jones Mrs. Alice Mucagne, Miss Adelia, Bland, Nixon Cousin, Irene Irone, Mrs. H. Stevley Third Row On December 24, the annual Christmas dinner was marked by the usual presentation of diamond rings to all Pore employees whose fifth anniversary at the institution had occurred during the passing year. This year there were twenty-seven who received the sweeter prizes. At the Pore building there are one hundred and seventy-five employees at the present time. More than a hundred of these have served five years and have received ring awards. The practice of awarding diamond rings to those who have served five years, has been in effect for over fifteen years. FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN AND PARENTS! Another forward step in the advancement of the Peoples' Finance Corporation Another forward step in the advancement of the Peoples' Finance Corporation is now assured by the large enrollment of stockholders and friends in our Xmas Savings Club. All you have to do is to save regularly a little each week from 25c up, and have a nice sum when Xmas comes! OTHER AWARDS On New Year's day, gold awards will be made to honor employees in a similar way. This time, those who have been stranded by the fires will be awarded. That is, those who invested some of their company in estate or those who have assisted their parents in the purchase of real estate during the year will receive gold awards from the Poro management. This unusual plan is to encourage theft and industry among the employees. In other words, this is just another way Mr. and Mrs. Malone have of helping those who show a spirit of helping themselves. On this occasion, special mention is made of every little detail of thought. Decades by employees. Awards are made of punctual and regular attendance to one's duty. To be regular and punctual work, one must have health, therefore, the management meets each employee, provides himself with rainroads, umbrellas and rubbers. All who do so receive awards. Vacation trips are also given as a reward for meritorious service. Personal Attention While it is true that Mr. and Mrs Malone are quite busy with many matters, as would naturally come to those of their standing, they nevertheless find time to give each employee personal attention. In this way one will find a fine spirit of loyalty among the employees of this institution. Just another of the little things, or big things, showing a thee expression of interest in the welfare of employees that may be seen daily at Poro, is the way in which these employees are provided a splendid meal for only twenty cents. When asked how such a meal could be served, for the price, the steward of the dining room said, "We have no turnover here, the cost to keep white then on these tables is nearly the price. It's the spirit of the management that enables us to do it." To mention Poro, its large number of employees and the vast volume of work turned out daily, one cannot but mention that every working day is begun by all coming together in the chapel for a brief period of devotion. At these meetings, helpful talks are made by either Mr. or Mrs. Malone or some other person. These are a few lights on the spirit of Poro. Preston News Service. PITTSBURGH, Pa. Dec. 31.—According to recent reports in connection with proposed industrial activities in the Pittsburgh district there has been a growing demand for common laborers in mills and mining for several weeks, and with the beginning of the year the outlook is for an increased demand for men. Men are being transported from the West Virginia mining districts into the Pennsylvania districts to produce more coal needed by the steel mills, most of which are running at 75% capacity. It is expected that many of the mills will go on in full time capacity in the next few weeks. May coke ovens will be lighted and numerous blast furnaces are to be blown in January. It is expected that industries in this section will reach "time-time" capacity by the middle of March. There is only one land in which all men and women enjoy equal rights and that is dreamland. The Second Semester Of Lincoln University Of Missouri (Forgerly Lincoln Institute) Begins January 26, 1925 For Information As To Terms And Course Address Irving C. Tull, Registrar, Jefferson City, Missouri. Do You Want The Negro Trade? See That Your Advertisement Appears In This Paper PART TWO BY WM. ANTHONY AERY RALEIGH, N. C., Dec. 20—Three pressing needs in public education for Negroes in North Carolina—a larger type of rump school, a four-year small college, and better-trained teachers—were emphasized on the Negro education which was called by the Hog. A. T. Allen, State Superintendent of Public Instruction. This conference was held at Shaw University in Bataille and was presided over by N. C. Newbold, director of the Negro Department of Public Instruction. There were present representative Negro educational leaders who represented many different types of schools. The conference also brought, together at large number of white educational officers and the officers of State, which help form the core of public education throughout North Carolina. The meeting was characterized by its spirit of friendliness and racial cooperation. White and colored leaders listened most attentively to Mr. Newbold's excellent presentation of the facts concerning the progress of Negro education throughout North Carolina, and they welcomed the new emphasis of Sigma's executive A. T. A. who offered clearly what should be the future policy of North Carolina toward education—not only the education of colored people but also the education of all citizens of North Carolina. North Carolina's Program Director Newfoundland, con- tinues educational education for Negroes in North Carolina. He said, "Within the past four years, includ- ing the present year, North Carolina has appropriated $200,000 for its almost institutions of learning for Negroes—four Normal Schools and the Articultural and Technical Colleges. The institution for teaching, improvements, and maintenance. A building program of nearly a million dollars, for the two-year period, 1931-1934, is now being completed at these institutions. This includes dormitories, dining halls, homes for principal's administration and asso- cational buildings, shops, innumerable houses for faculty members and The use "The salaries of Negro teachers in this quadrimester, 1921-1925, will be in excess, of $7,000,000. New school buildings in cities, towns, and rural districts, built in this period, will have special purposes, such as supervision, summer schools, vocational education, country training and high schools, will add $750,000. This will make a total expenditure in the four-year period of approximately $15,000,000, of public funds on the Negro school of the State University, which will be the decade 1885-1905 that North Carolina did not spend on its whole public school system, including the State University and all other institutions, a sum as large as that which it is now planning to spend within four years for Negro education. In 1910, in the public's history used so large a sum on all the public schools, white and colored." Negroes Make Progress There has been genuine progress in the work of spreading Negro education throughout North Carolina. The en- rollment in the three colored vernal schools four years ago was: Practise school, 712; normal school, 712; normal school department, 2. This year there are in the practise school, 811; high school, 1310; normal, 216. In 1921 there were 13 accredited high schools for Negro's in North Carolina. All of these except four were under private or church control. In 1922 the number was 17:10, 1923:24; and in 1924:34, of which 12 are public high schools. Thirteen or more are expected to be standardized by 1925. As this rate of increase there should be 100 colored high schools in five years—50 of them public. The enrollment in standard high schools for this year follows: First year, 1407; second year, 1055; third year, 779; fourth year, 500. The enrollment in nonstandard high schools last year was 1547. Four years ago, North Carolina em- ployed 3179邯郸 teachers. Of this number 345 (24.9 per cent) held stam- dard certificates and 2834 non-stam- dard certificates. darl certificates. *Duffing, 1922-1924* 3057 Negro teachers were employed. on October 25th 1924 per ccuh hold standard certificates. 3053 non- standard. Summer school attendance has grown in four years from 2000 to 4,257. This year 84.5 per cent of all Negro teachers in North Carolina attended summer school. Of this number, 56 per cent attended six to twelve weeks, and approximately 100 others attended Columbia University, Chicago University, and other similar institutions. Rosenwald Schools. To July 1, 1924, North Carolina had built 422 Rosenwald Schools, including ten teachers' homes, at a total cost of $1,749.43. From that November 1925, added Rosenwald schools at an approximately cost of $1,986. This made a grand total of $1,842.28. Of this total cost, $1,163.88 came from public-school funds: $363.218 was contributed by the colored people themselves: $11.745 was contributed by the Negro students: $868 was contributed by Julius Rosenwald, well-known philanthropist of Chicago. Four years ago the Jeannes county supervisors reached in their various group and county meetings (8,3,7) people in the county to the apocalypse, the larger number of cases. The attendance, however, had increased to 215,988. In 1930 the Jeannes supervisors raised among their people to more and more. school improvement $74,500. Last year they raised $125,288 which is nearly three times the total amount of salary paid all Jeans teachers. Teachers College for Nerds Garcia does not own an institution "of sufficiently high grade to train its own principals and teachers in high schools and State normal schools," said Mr. Newbould. "We cannot expect to control the State. We cannot expect the private schools such as Shaw University, Johns Hopkins C. Smith University, Lytchstone College, and other institutions to perform this service for students." The State Public opinion institute, North Carolina, among the legislators and State officials seems to favor the establishment of such an institution now. It is confidently expected that favorable action on this matter will be taken at the State office which meets in January, 1927. Director Newbold stated that the Agricultural and Technical College at Greenberg had already developed standard courses of study in its particular fields, and that he knew how a collegeate to offer standard college courses in agriculture, engineering, and other industrial and technical fields. It is prepared to train men for leadership in industrial, commercial and business life. Director State Normal School at Winston-Salem, has been delitely shipping its plans and policies to become a standard teachers College. This school is ready to begin work as a standard college. The Durham Normal School, a state normal school with a National Training School will have within two to four years a thoroughly modern plan for the service of the State. Director Newbold provided the prediction that when the Durham State Normal School goes into equipment faculty and student body, for the first degree of a liberal arts college for Newborn, the State of North Carolina will be ready to meet this requirement and build such a college in Durham. interest of private education, one that for several years there has been helpful cooperation between the private and public schools in North Carolina. This friendliness has been helpful to the development of the whole program of Negro education in the State. Ration reason of large numbers of higher learning, have increased the private schools, particularly in new buildings, equipment, and salaries paid to instructors. Many of the private high schools are hand-capped for lack of sufficient funds. The public schools have good will of the Department of Education. "These private schools," said Director Newbold, "have rendered the Negro people and the State a service that cannot be forgotten. These schools are still needed; and will be needed for more important purposes in excess of three million dollars. Four years ago the General Assembly appropriated fifteen million dollars annually for the purpose of conducting teacher training classes in private Negro schools, at president's degree of teacher training and at president's degree of Carolina in ten of these schools. Problems in Negro Education Superintendent Allen outlined State problems relating to Negro education. He called attention to these facts: - (1) The average enrollment per white teacher is 55.1; per Negro teacher is 52.7. - (2) The average daily attendance per white teacher, rural and city, is 25.7; per Negro teacher, 32.4. (3) North Carolina has 1507 one- teacher white schools and 1400 one- teacher colored schools, while the colored people represent 30 per cent of the population. (4) North Carolina enrolls 2657 Negro teachers. The State needs 6, 088. (5) North Carolina has enrolled 247,000 colored children. Of this number, 61.5 per cent are in grades 1, 2 and 3. (6) A longer school term is needed for colored schools. (2) Colored children need to go to school when school is provided 30 per cent of the white children are in daily attendance 22 per cent of the Nigerian children are in daily attendance for city schools. In the rural schools 71 per cent of the white children are in daily attendance and 29 per cent are in daily average attendance. (S) OF 187000 Negro children - rural schools fewer than 2000 are in high schools. There are .however, rural schools and girls in cities high schools. 3. Third or fourth-grade education is of little use to those who live on the farm and who need to know something of scientific agriculture. (10) There is a great need of teachers who are prepared to teach in the lower grades. (11) There are more teachers. Four years ago in North Carolina there were—no definitely organized courses offered for training teachers in the normal schools above the high school level. This year is the time to begin. The hundred of these students will graduate next June with primary or grammar B-certificates. Or the 210 students enrolled in normal department courses. Teachers—people who have taught from one to ten years. In addition, 410 former teachers are now enrolled in the high school departments of 110 and 111. In addition of 110 former teachers enrolled this year in these institutions. In the teacher-training department in ten private schools 248 students are enrolled. Of this number 229 are college students. North Carolina, bonae and other law juvenile units. Howard, Bill Miller, Lincoln, Houston. The St. Louis Argus ST.LOUIS,MO.,FRIDAY,JANUARY 2,1925 Tuskegee, Atlanta and other institutions for their teachers. Nearly 6000 Negroes were enrolled in high schools in North Carolina last year. They graduated from the fourth year-of high school next spring. Director Newbould concluded his address with this statement: "North Carolina has faith in its Negro pos-session education. It believes that their should be one standard for teachers and not two." AMONG OUR COLLEGES By Kelly Miller Those of us who have kept close watch of the output of our schools and colleges for the past twenty years are often forced to ask ourselves the question: Is the young Negro collegian fulfilling the hopes and expectations enjoined for him in the earlier years? The first outburst of this question was haplated with the spirit of fratric service and zeal. The good missionaries who came down from the North brought the Bible in their right hand the secular textbooks in the left. One can only impart that which he has. Their soul was full of overthrowing love for God and service to man. The zeal of the missionary was upon them. They believed in the grandeur of the Grimke Cropman Simmons, George W. Moore, DuBois and James Weiden Johnson are sample fruits of their labor. In but three later days a new element. If not a new spirit, has crept into our education. The mercenary motive has all but supplanted missionary zeal as the aim and objective of the higher education. The higher education has this spirit to be reflected in the new college issue. Educational equipment and facilities have greatly increased since the earlier day. The work of the college has been multiplied in efficiency. We laugh today at the faculty of the college, and yet the truth is as true when it first fell from the mouth of Faust: "The letter killeth the spirit maketh alive." The editor of Negro youth years for the return of that social spirit which attested the youth—a generation ago. The times have changed. The burden of his ambition is to achieve a distinguished career. Then the objective of his ambition social, now it is essentially selfish. I do not enter into wholesale condemnation of the younger college men. They are just as woozy and as anxious to harm their brothers who have gone before them. But the times have changed. The whole end and aim of college culture is being transformed by the allurements of the times. The most helpful indication of the younger college men is seen in the organization are anxieties to harness their energies to some noble social cause. The Negro Sandheth engages to show them the more excellent way. In my mind two college men stand out most conspicuously for vicious devotion to the welfare of the race. One represents the older generation, the other represents the younger breed of the Negro college. William Monroe Trotter is the planner Negro collegian who threw himself and all there was in him into, the scale of race service and devotion. He has lost all and gained all, the people, the people, the people. Others have become thrifty on comfortable income in the reason of racial advocacy and seal. Frederick Douglas was made all that he was or could have hoped to be by espousing the cause of the freedom Negro collegians of his day, had a choice of ways, but like Moses the Hebrew collegian in the days of Pharohi, preferred to east. In his lot with his afflicted race rather than enjoy the ways of prosperity for ease, soapy, soupy, spongy of Treatise political and methods. I find myself at vital variality with him, in most of his modes of procedure. But I know that it was none other than he who held aloft the light of racial rights when all besides were wavering. He is not let him go. He will die in the faith which he espoused in his youth. It would be a fitting tribute if the college men throughout the country would undertake a race wide tessitual to William Monroe Trotter to his race without money and without price. But the main purpose of this article is to set forth the altruistic service and devotion of a younger college man who is in closer touch with the present college generation, with the hope of returning from 'Howard University in 1901 His spirit and metal showed themselves in his college data. He was always ardently devoted to reform immediately upon graduation he enlisted in the Howard High School where he has been engaged ever since. But no pep up Utica contracts his powers He completed a course in law, not so much with the expectation of practicing that lucrative profession, but in order that he might all the more intelligently serve the cause to which he had consecrated his chief energies. Nor was his light long under graduation, so we find him advocating equal and equal justice for the colored race in the organic act recognizing the public schools of the District of Columbia. He was the only consecrated member of our entire corps that had the tenacity to appear before the committees of Concord and out of season that the colored schools should share and share alike with the whites in school appropriations; instead of providing an instance often proved embarrassing to his more moderate and restrained colored superiors. But he insisted all the more. The reformer must always take liberties with the established proprieties. Single handed in the enforcement of the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia to remove restrictions against colored citizens in the restaurant under the court's control. The colored lawyers who were chiefly concerned were in the meantime being compelled to lest discrimination. He fought a great department store with large colored* patronage and compelled it to remove discrimination at its lunch counter against colored patrons. He also fought segregation in the restaurant. He was a strong supporter of the United States Capitol. Mr. Thomas was waged ceaseless war upon the Library for refusing to give colored girls the same opportunity for library training as is accorded to the whites. He has well earned the so-called "National Association for Colored Students" of *Columbia*. More concrete advantages have come to the colored cities of the District of Columbia through the conemerions advocacy of this college reformer than through all other agencies combined. He is also the most active college men from the North and from the South as well from the East and from the West, but New Thomas in the field of reform has wrought more valentiness than they which the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People thrives in this jurisdiction. But for him, it would in all probability have thriven here but freely like a tender plaster of dry ground. That is the courageous initiative the local chapter is the largest in the country. Mr Thomas is a member of the National Board of Directors of the N. A. C. P. and is rapidly extending the radius and range of his potent influence. The test of sincerity of his influence is the response of the common people. The common people will always gladly any one who speaks from the heart. As in the water face answer to face, so the heart of man to the heart of man. He speaks plain language better than they can speak for themselves. But they know a true note when they hear it. They cannot be fooled by a hollow or artificial voice, however learned or appealing it may be. He speaks plain language country, hang swellbound on his words. Thomas Wentworth Higginson used to say: "If you want to become an orator, join a reform". Mr Thomas has the oratory of the reformer. He has no new doctrine to teach. He has no new doctrine to Charles Summer; "Equality of rights with the "F" dotted and the "C" crossed". Like William Lord Garrison, he will not equivocate nor recede one inch. He has the course of his cause and cares nothing of the affects upon his personal web. He will not be sentent for his facial service, but give freely of his own means. In as the case of Mr. Trotter, I do not follow Mr. Thomas in all of his moods and methods, but he com- Many men of many minds. We do not desire—that all college men should be like Neval H. Thomas in all of the filosophies and peculiarities of his mind. He possesses the wisdom of his service and devotion our cause would be well on the way of solution. Fifty well trained, wellposed, consecrated college men turned out yearly from our colleges, well distributed among the callings and professions they would put a new edge in the problem in the next half-generation. But as things are now trending in the direction of narrow efficiency and selfishness the immediate outlook from the college group fits us well mixed feeling of hopes and fears. I would place Nesal. "Homas on a pedestal and infite young college men and women to look upon his like, and imitate his courage, his concession and his zeal for his race. Gets 10 Years, $4,000 Fine For Drug Peddling Preston News Service. Chris Charles Williams, alias Sonny Williams described by the court as the criminal whose offenses are "worse than murder," was sentenced to ten years in prison and fined $10,000. Justice McCoy, in criminal court No. 2, on a charge of violating the Harrison anti-narcotic laws. The court took notice of the fact that Williams accumulated money and rode in an expensive automobile, while he was on a hopeless drug addicts, became paupers and worse. A sentence of five years was imposed on Williams some time ago when he was imprisoned for nine months concurrently with two five-year sentences imposed Wednesday. The court expressed its regret that it was unable to impose a life sentence. An appeal was noted. Critics of Mr. Coolidge say he is cold. We're not saying; but when he was up against it for an Attorney-General, didn't he turn to Stone? The right way to do a wrong thing is an abused the wrong way to do a right thing. JIM-CROWISM AT THE STATE-CAPITOL SEEN Respectfully submitted. John Lewis. 601 Lafayette. Jefferson City, Mo. EXCLUSION OF JAPANESE EXCITES NEGRO LABOR EXCLUSION OF JAPANESE EXCITES NEGRO LABOR Ey George Perry Pacific Coast News Bureau 822-222-2222 For the first time in the history of the Southwest, the Black American has become a factor in the future development of its wonderful agricultural possibilities. Exclusion of the farm labor through the enforcement of the antitallian land law; and the increase of cotton production in California are the factors responsible for the severity of experienced farm labor. With a total acreage of 445,000 acres, with a predicted yield of 256,322 bales, the 1924 crop crop will yield approximately 140,000,000 bales, lower California, and the Soil River Valley in Arizona. Thus parcels the aliens will be permitted to harvest the 1924 crop yield; but thousands have left, and have at this early date caused such a seriouse number of aliens that distress calls are heard in many sections. In the Yuma Valley district below Needles with cotton averaging a bale an acre, 2,000 cotton pickers are needles in the San Diego area. In the Nero town of Alentown with 4,000 cotton pickers employed at $1.50-per 100, more are needed. In fact, so serious is the outlook for 1925 that definite steps have recently been taken by several communities and concerns: to colonize cotton districts, with experienced Negro farmers from the South. One concern is opening 2,000 acres for Negro colonization in the Palo Verde Valley, a promising locality near the Colorado River, with a cotton industry. Another concern is 12,955,000. Another concern has a project near, Victorville, while others are planning similar methods of insuring the California cotton industry of a plentiful future supply of efficient farm labor. Another concern is the colonization of the Negro in the various projects, the California-Colored Realty and Development Association (Inc.) a Negro Real Estate means organiz NEGRO SCHOOL INSPECTOR GIVES SUMMARY REPORT OF HIS WORK DURING THE PAST FOUR MONTHS NEGRO SCHOOL INSPECTOR GIVES SUMMARY REPORT OF HIS WORK DURING THE PAST FOUR MONTHS County Schools Bady, Neglected, According To Statement, Full Cooperation Is Asked Of Parents, Teachers And The Citizens Generally. By N. C. Bruce Inspector must be precluded were just located JEFFERSON, City, MN 29— To all patrons, teachers and friends were forced to live and then the cities, towns and villages were built up Schools: Greetings for the New Year. Number of schools visited in and county. Andrew 1; Audrain 4. Boone out of so many places to better their education 2; Carrolz; Charlton 8; Clay facilities that perhaps it has been difficult for the local white neighbors Davless 1; DeKalb 1; Washington 1; Franklin 2; Henry 2; Howard 5; Jefferson 2; Johnson 2; Lafayette out of exert justice to a landless one fistone 2; Macon 2; Marion 3; Mississippi 7; Monteau 2; Monroq 2; Warren 2; New Madrid 3; Pensacola 5; Perry 1; St. Louis Co. 14; St. Louis City 7; Pike 1; Platte 2; Rall and injuctions to our neighbors and rules classes. It is not the mind of the inspector nor many of his bettors in the City. Geneva 1; St. Francois 1; St. Francis 1; his neighbors not to take up re Total number of counties visited, some of which are quite extensive, 43; number of schools inspected 133, largely rural. Some very commandable exceptions found in several counties, both as respecting the parental school and their children's education, and in the close, appitative, and careful supervision by the local superintendents of the Negro schools as well; and in the generous response of parity-school boards to the adequate needs in equipping the Negro children to keep clean and orderly; as well as seeing to it that good, efficient teachers are hired to teach Negro children in several places Negro parents and teachers and churches are fortunately organized and functionally given practical aid; assistance to the Negro students in control of the Negro schools. The Negro School Inspector has assisted in organizing parent-teacher associations, and community associations, and has followed up in several of these units they only attended in the several places. Many, many more localities and communities need these same stimuli, aid and direction to organize themselves together and get to work to help themselves and their schools as much as possible to better squash well and sustain them, and surroundings, provide swings, bars and play outfits and libraries, as well as help in places to increase the pay and to secure better trained and more industrious teachers. The inspector has pressed and supported the soul and energy, strategy and force that he is capable of, viz: a "To parents, and patrons to Keep your little children in school, watch the schools; cheer, encourage and support the teachers in their firm but wise discipline and efforts to have the children behave and have good deportment; to co-operate with teachers in teaching, building and building an parent-teacher associations, not for getting rid of teachers and putting in favorites, but for adding furniture, books, and playthings to the school, supplementing what the school district board assists to the Negro schools "to demand and the first things first, reading, writing numbers, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing over and over until the principles are learned; clear out English reading, spelling, writing pronunciation, sounds, articulation and connection in history, geography, physiology, or what not. In addition to these, imagine and carry on some practical industrial training, making things, using tools, and developing skills, learning and observing and fit themselves for the lives they must live in pursuits open to them. To all emphasis has been put on the cultivation of friendly racial relations, peace third work and good services, and producing and being used in their respective communities, and more, that this is the day of self help than industrial and economic efficiency." The youth of the race must rise up and work up, study up, be constant and truthful, reliable in what over work and job they get. This must now be stressed and worked on, and church. There are serious, sad needs, defects, neglects and wastes in many many so called schools. Some of these short-contings are escapable and remedial. Negro schools as a rule, in Negro settlements in towns and villages, are isolated and separated from the railroads or behind the graveyard, in the wamp and lowland with the roughest and ugliest surroundings, nothing beautiful, elevating or inspiring. All of this apparently prey despite with no sacrifice as a forethought. These locations of many rural and town Negro schools it tion was recently formed in Los Angeles for the purpose of co-organizing with the land owners, farm organizations and reality boards in a system of campgrounds, community and cooperation with the object of interesting and locating reliable, efficient and industrious Negro farmers in the South in the approved colonization projects under way in Southern California. PAGES 9 TO 14 must be presumed, were just located where the colored parents were forced to live and then the cottages and villas were built elsewhere. The fact is that so many colored people have moved in and out of so many places to better their communities, that the local white community has been difficult for the local white neighbors to moderate the schools for their own children, and at the same time to justice to a landless woman and changing Nxogu constituency. It is preferable and more charitable to think this in to ascribe evil and injustice to our neighbors and ruling classes. It is not the mind of our neighbors and ruling classes. It is not the mind of our thinking people to think or speak evil of his neighbors not to take up research against our white neighbors. He prefers to believe and to advise and work on the principle of "Save our own sun" and to own our own sun; find our own strength and use this with discretion and wisdom. "Hoe our own rows; study and show ourselves useful and desirable and approved by ourselves, for our own sun," in America's Sun is yet to be determined, not by our leaving the larges, the country and hard sweets work, not by leaps and bounds on the foundations of our country, and bring clothing, clothes and birth clothing in America or a few costly city homes; not by governmental, couldling, subsiding and elevating a few here and there to shineure jobs. Not thus, but our place in the world will produce by long continuous, profitable productive services and work, by economical spending and saving of time energy and money and by marketing our worth while products to open market in competition with the best made everywhere, cattle, sheep, hogs, grain, poultry, dairy products and products of our mines and factories. For these the masses of our people are prepared as well as the few who are leading in the professions. This place of ours in the American Sea can never come as a gift, passed out or handed down, nor can ever be forcibly taken. They come from the sea, and they are who, as wife the terrible price by labor and by enduring hardships and every continually, by suffering to be abused and reviled, answering back only by harder labor and wiser say, properly attained, puts no man in the other's way of his - sunshine. For when all gain equal chances for life and education and gainful pursuits, each will honor, and prefer the white and black, as he would have them do unto him. This rural school problem for Missouri colored children is far below normal and will be improved only and as fast as parents can dig in and nurture as much of their children's education deeply in their own hearts and minds. Then they will do more than waite on local school boards; they will sally forth, spend and be spent for better, more healthy and more sanitary schools locations, equip more efficient and more profitable teachers. The latter must have summer schools and county teacher training schools to which Negro teachers can afford on their meagre salaries to attend and improve their grades and to move away to Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, New York and other great states to improve their college credits and their grades for teaching. Missouri is imperial and big enough to care for all her own, even though she is not a great teacher, she self-imposed dual system for her white and black children. Missouri is Christian, is humane, is great souled. She is not unjust, knowing how southern states pay the penalty politically and otherwise, for their failure to provide democracy and is growing in wisdom and power among all the great states of the Nation. Her Department of Education deals fairly and squately with all. Especially does her present State Superintendent of Education administer alike to all her people, the black child seems to be upon his heart and mind to be poor and rich alike. He sleeps none. This is Missouri. The work is ours, for all of us to buckle on our armors and go to it, and keep inching along. Each on his side of the fence and in his mission corp. working to put KK children and poor children working with might and main to cooperate with all up-strugging forces. Here is to all for a Happy New Year, thru hard, wise, productive, faithful services in silence doing each his best. cum High School here in the working cost and successful execution of field Christmas project. Scores of poor children were given Christmas gifts contributed by each class in the High School. A committee from each class early Christmas morning carried these gifts to the destitute children of Portsmouth. 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GOLDEN TEXT—Blessed be the King that cometh in the name of the Lord—Luke 19:28. PRIMARY TOPIC—A Great Crowd Praising Jesus JUNIOR TOPIC -- The Triumphal Entry The title given this lesson is somewhat misleading. Strictly speaking, it was far from a triumphal entry. It was rather the official presentation of the King of the Jewish nation. Back of the cry, "hosanna," the awful word, "crucify" was uttered by the same persons who cried "hosanna." Though they were utterly blind to the fact, God was about to carry out His plan of hosanna, which means "save now," through the crucifixion of the Son of God. I. The Presentation (vr. 29-34). I. Sending the Disciples for the Apostle (vr. 29-31). He told them just what to do, how to answer the inquiry of those who owned it. This shows how perfectly the Lord knows all our ways. He knows our whereabouts by day and night. He even knows our thoughts. He uses unlikely means and insignificant things in the accomplishment of His purpose. 2. The Fulfillment of Prophecy (Matt. 21:4, 5). Some five hundred years before Zechariah had predicted this event. Christ's entry into Jerusalem was an exact fulfillment of this prediction. This is highly instructive to those who would understand the prophecy, the prediction of his first coming was literally fulfilled, we can be assured that the prophecy of His second coming will be likewise fulfilled. The first is established beyond a doubt. The second we should as heartily believe. The prediction of Zechariah 14:3-11 will be just as literally fulfilled as the first. The second we should fully obey. 3. Obedience of the Disciples (yr. 23:41). Though the request may have seemed strange, and even unreasonable, they fully obeyed. The true discipline will render glad obedience to the Lord no matter how strange His commands may seem. Obedience to that only which seems reasonable is not obedience at all. All we prove that we are real disciples! The Entry of the King (yr. 23:38) 1. The Disciples Set Jesus Upon the Ass (v. 35). This act of putting their garments upon the ass and setting Jesus upon it showed that they recognized Him as their King (II Kings 9:13). 2. Acclaimed as King by the Diocles (vv. 36-38). Some spread their garments in the way. Others, perhaps having no garments to spare, cut down branches of trees and allowed them in His way, which was no doubt just as acceptable to Him. They praised God for having them. He had seen and cried out, "Blessed is the King that cometh in the name of the Lord." 111. The Critical Phalluses (vv. 30, 40). Although swept along by the demonstration of the multitude they deemed it prudent to ask the Lord to rebuke the disciples, as such behavior might be interrupted by the Roman government as an insurrection. To their demand they helped that someone only fitting had necessary declared that, the multitude were silent, the very stones would cry out in adoration of him. IV. The King Rejected (vv. 41-44). Christ knew what awaived Him in Jerusalem. Though surrounded by loyal hearts, He knew that the rulers of the nations had no heart for Him. He knew that Jesus would before Him so that He wept over Jerusalem. He knew that actual days awaived it and that loyal hearts would greatly welcome Him. If they only know, He showed that their inability to see Him as their King and Savior would result in bringing upon them the awful horrors of the destination. He showed that the rulers for allowing the house of God to become degraded by carrying on frame for gain. The cleansing of the temple only increased their affred and opposition to Him. Obey * Obey the voice of God in the Book, the voice of God in your heart, the voice as he speaks through these dimensions, and His gracey obeyance. *Bibles. Want of Self Reliance Discontent is the want of self-reliance—it is infirmity of will—Christian Evangelist. Smothered Thoughts Sometimes little thoughts are smothered in death beneath a list of ponderous sentences—American Evangelist. Holds Divine Spiritual Services every Sunday morning 11 a.m. clock, sermons and divine revelations, with sermons and demonstration of military force. Wednesday and Friday evening, 8 p.m. different Mediums. Souls communion with souls. J. B. Weatherford, rector; L. Cooper, secretary. Sunday, School opened with splen- did attendance. Bro. Hammond, one of the young preachers of our church Chap. Ecc. Our pastor preached a wonderful sermon at the night service from 4:17th chapter. John, and four members were given the right to attend the service. The grant referred by our church Xmas eve night was grand and many received valuable presents. B. Y. P. U. held its election of officers Sunday and all its officers were retalied to the church. Preachers Tuesday night and preaching Thursday night. HEBRON BAPTIST Sunday School opened up at 9:40 by the Supt. Forty-Fifth were present; two new scholars joined. We shall begin our race around the world by airplane in our Sunday school, ought to come and see the seven airplanes make their display next Sunday for the first time. Every class will try to lead. Also our Mock National Baptist Convention will open to end time and money the holiday, shall we for a representative to the State Sunday School Convention: Altho' zero weather faced us, we had a nice crowd at church as well as Sunday School. Rev. Abya preached to us the World; Gift to the World: The H. Y. U. was fine. Many visitors' were present. Rev. Sykes and Rev. R. H. Ussay preached for us at night from the text "Honor thy Mother and Father." 20:12. It was enewed by our World. We will help of all in our service day and night: Rev. L. G. Lewis, Pastor in charge, 716 S. 4th St. REV. JOHN M. REED AT LANE TABERNACLE Rev. J. M. Reed of Little Rock, Ark. after almost a generation of toll and success with the C. M. E. Church in the south, has reached a merited place in the sun of popular observation by his fellowman. Rev. Reed, who has preached thrilling service and the light of hope in his ministerial career, is in St. Louis to conduct a two weeks' revival at Lane Tabernacle C. M. E. church, Newstead and Enright, avenues, which opened last Wednesday night and will begin at 7:30 every night next week. The public is invited. Enright, a minister of the dinner to 140 inmates of the City infirmary last Saturday afternoon, Mrs. L. A. Chappelle the president, wishes to thank all that contributed to the success of the affair, and especially to the Lane Tabernacle Welfare Department, which gave a liberation among the inmates in serving the inmates during the month. A. Chappelle, Mrs. L. M. McClure, Mrs. Willie Brooks, Miss Bessie Smith, Mrs. C. K. Robinson and Mrs. Sarah Motley. ST. ANGEL CHURCH On Sunday, January 4, 1925, the members will be in the midaf of a $3,000,000 rally. This effort was endorsed by the pastor at a church meeting, December 15. The members are expecting complete success campaign. We can every Christian church participate in this rally. It building the church of Christ is not the primary object to which you have devoted your life, then we would rather you would not put your hand to the work Rev. J. B. Tunstell, pastor; M. O. Elmore, clerk. ROSE OF SHARON BAPTIST 807 N. 11th St. Dusty to the inclementity of the weather present, but this did not interfere present, but this did not interfere with a real good lesson. We were pleased to have with us Dr. J. W. Gerrett of Collaskillie, Ill. who spoke very commendably of our school. At 12:00 noon after devo- lation the morning lesson was yield- ed by Rev. Flaherty. The pastor Prayer was offered, by Rev. J. W. Gerrett. The pastor then came forth with a sermon from Matt 23: 25. Every one expressed himself as being benefited. At 6:30 p.m. m. the met with a lorely session closing our time. At 6:30 p.m. m. interdevotionals, the opening lesson was read by the pastor from John 5. Prayer was offered by Bro. Hill. Rev C. P. Rawls preached from Matt 16:16, subject, "Right Thinking." The sermon was very effective. We met with his Tock at Wish Well Baptist church of O'Fallon, Mo. on okent Sunday and will administer the Lord's supper to his J. W. Kletcher night. Rev. and Mrs. J. W. Kletcher joineth the members and during their care. Our New Year. We also want for the St. Louis Argus a Happy New Year. Rev. J. W. Fletcher, pastor; Mrs. C. M. Fletcher, reporter. ST. PETER A. M. B. CHURCH Christmas is a great time at St. Peters. On Christmas are the Sun- day School had its annual Christ- mas tree and after the program had been reheated and pills distributed and pastor and members had partied. loved the pastor to his home and the mumbers and friends quietly followed him with a surprise in which he gave them many kinds of canned goods, fruit canned, edd, the value of which would exceed $12.00, besides gifts of money. The Christmas service was held at 11 a.m. for us at 8:00 p.m. the senior choir rendered a Cantaion which was a treat to all who heard it. Myron Bolar acting as plantsman, Yegy also for all and invites you to attend services at St. Peters. You will be made very welcome. BEREA PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH "Dear Master, as the old year-dieth row Take Then my harp, And prove if any string be out of O or flat or sharp. Correct Thou, Lord, for me. What ringtone harsh to Thee. That heart and life may slug, the new year long. Try perfect song." The New Year suggests many questions. Have we been *foods* or *wine*? Have we seized opportunities or superseded our chances? Have we learned in any measure what God's will is? Have we exalted the material? Have we learned to walk with the walled. Have we been grateful and have we been humble? There is in the human heart an instinctive desire to take a fresh start and to do what we have done in the past. We have done what we have done in the past, work and word, those advantages will prove stepping stones to higher grades of service; and if in the past we have failed, there is now a chance to write again. Each day is a battle—Conquer each day and Victory over 1825 is assured. Mrs. Venebo Brown Ingw was called to Pittsburgh by the death of her beloved father who was for many years a faithful elder in the Grace Memorial Presbyterian Church. The mother of Miss Adelaide Scott was born in Adelaide. The funeral was from - Central Baptist Church to St. Peter's Cemetery, Sunday P. M. Sturt the New Year with a revocation of the claim of God upon Saint Sabathia. The pastor much apprehends the many gifts and beautiful gifts with helpful wishes. May the pastor and prosperity live every way during 1925 - Get your church calendar. A blessing for every day. Call Bonunt 16533.3 to reserve you one. LIBERTY CONGREGATIONAL Despite the extreme cold weather a fairly good sized audience was present last Sunday. Rev. Stanley chose as his text his Jan. 14. With eloquence and avid spiritual power he portrayed the wonderful performer Urge, the great Dynamo that drew us up. The reason our joy is not of ten full is because we fail to reach the mountain top of complete faith and hope in our Christian life. The month of January will be observed by such as "Women's Month," sponsored by the Women's Bible Class. Each Sunday a short sermon on the life and character of some Biblical woman, will be delivered, also a live subject discussed dealing with some phase of our present, day social and religious experience, to notice to our members and friends that Mrs. C. K. Bowles will be our speaker next Sunday. ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL Holy Communion at 7:30 a. m. M. Church School, 8:30. Choral celebration of the Holy Communion at 11 o'clock, with sermon by Dr. J. K. Harris, formerly Rector of Grace Church in New York, and the most of the best known and also one of the most eloquent ministers of the diocese. Evengon c: 6:30 p.m. with sermon. Everybody is welcome. OUT OF TOWN NEWS PINE BLUFF, ARK. Megan, son of Mr. and Mrs. I. H., spent the Xmas here. **Mr. Megan Walls, was shot and killed by an officer last Sunday.** **Miss Silvervale, B. Sandymeyer visited her turn to Philadelphia School College, where she is a student.** **Hon. W. Shelton, Attorney, is up, again after more than ten days illness.** **Mr. J. W. Clay, one of our agents for the Argus, is able to be at work all day.** **Mr. J. W. Clay, one of our agents for the Argus, is able to be at work all day.** **Mr. J. W. Clay, one of our agents for the Argus, is able to be at work all day.** **The mall carriers at the local post office here are able to rest a few minutes since the Xmas rush.** **is gradually passing by.** **The entire force of post office employees have been hard worked during the week.** **The mall carriers are equal to the tasks which were theirs and which they could have shifted had they wanted to. It is all over now and the work is rapidly becoming normal again.** **It is our ardent desire to place 500 copies of our book on the shelves of the people homes in the next 60 or 60 das, as we can. Those of you who read the Argus, tell your neighbor's attention to its morals and efficiency and urge them to buy one each week, and teach the boys and girls how to color their colored family should subscribe to and read at least one well edited Negro newspaper. MADISON, KY Mr. S. Parks, district organizer for Kentucky Elks of the World, spent the week end at Providence, Ky. ****Mrs. Ellen Lee of Lowinshaw, Ky., who was visiting here a month ago,* **to join** Indianaapolis, northeast of Providence, Rev. Lee. ****Mrs. V. White of Providence, Ky., spent a few days here visiting relatives last week. ****Mrs. Iola Mae Crawley, who was burned days ago, is getting along well* **amid the daughter of St. Louis, arrived Wednesday, Mrs. Rebecca Carr arrived Sunday, December 21 and Miss America Martin arrived Dec. 22. All were the guests of Mrs. R. Carr, who turned after a few New Yorkers with relatives here. ****Mrs. C. H. Petilla spent the week end in Earlington. ****Rev. Wilburn and Rev. Saunders of Earlington were in the city, Sunday. Rev. Wilburn is advertising a 1 at Grouch Tabernacle A and a 1 at Grouch Tabernacle B. ****M. E. Zion Church. SELLS VALABLE BIRD SPRINGFIELD, MD. Dec. 27. Flocking of the baby heat that sold at the Chicago Royal live stock show for forty cents per point, is nothing to compare with a rooster that sold for $5.00 per pound. Mr. Gray of 1009 St. Louis street, Springfield, Mo. for Dec. 12 at the chicken show held in that city. Mr. Gray sold a high class exhibition Dark Cornish Rooster to a white breeder of Louisiana, Texas for $45. Mr. bird weighing exactly 9 pounds, valued at $1,000, bird. Mr. Gray received orders for three eggs for which he will receive $80.00 or $1.00 per egg. He has been specializing in this one breed of chickens for over 20 years and has got his strain so perfect that the U. S. Canada and Mexico are wanting to get his stock to improve their. His birds or the bird that he sold is judged by the breeders to be "Hirth birds." Beside helping a Cornish stall, Mr. Grey is able and willing to give advice concerning poultry raising, marbling and fruit, and is at the present serving on advisory committees where the remainder of organizations white. He also has served as State President of the American Cornish Club. Self-addressed, stamped envelope and what you want to get it costs to get what information you want concerning poultry, gardens and fruit from him at the above address. Master of Human Destroy am I, Vame, Love and Fortune on, My Footsteps Walt. Once upon a time, as all stories begin, a sheep herder was presented with a cub lion. He at once started to raise it with the sheep as a pet. In a short time it was as much at home as were the sheep and played and camped as they did. It was so much larger than the sheep, but still played the games as they did, ate as they did, was herded in at night with them, it had man all the traits of a sheep, except was larger. He day a stray lion from the wild, the sheep was the habit of the beast, roared being, clamped over his find of the sheep. The pet cub, as well as the sheep, rushed to shelter, and safety. But the sheep, right there and then, He had never seen he could roar; he tried and the sheep looked at him in awe. He could run faster and could have devoured one of them easily any time, but never knew he had power to help. He had his mind and immediately to the wilds. He had never known of such a tall bill he heard his kind; when he killed, he skathed himself. He saw an officer as far superior as he strength to him. He had been seared with. He now knew no limit, the whole outside was his to roam anywhere he pleased and to do, without being bawled by anything. He had been awake, with it. It is the same thing. A great many go along thrill life with an idea that feet to step with the average crowd and drift along with a leader that has a limit for you. You look around to see what you might do to better things a little bit. There are things all about to be seen, the only only looks toward the door. Get the limbs around to yourself and ask what this is all about. If your Hairdresser Canno. Supply you, get it from the nearest Drug Store or direct from THE SLAUGHTER SYSTEM 3001 Lawton Ave. St. Louis, Mo. We Can Guarantee a Wider Poster Publicity Than Any Company In St. Louis. NEW MATRESSES $5.50 NEW MATRESSES $5.50 For A Limited Time Only, New and Slightly Used Furniture CHEAP! We Also Buy Used Furniture. H, PALLO & SONS 2902 OLIVE ST PHONE ROM 3319 For A Limited Time Only. No CHEAP! We Also Buy Used H, PALLO & SONS PHONE Bell Born. 807 Limited Time Only. New and Slightly Used For We Also Buy Used Furniture. O & SONS 2902 OI PHONE BOM. 3349 n. 807 Kin. Cond. 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New and Used Furniture Floor Certificates Stevens and Ranges Talking Machines. DONT OVERLOOK OUR BARBAGAING. SEE US AND SAVE MONEY We learn money on our floorboards, goods stored in our Warehouse. PROSSER'S FURNITURE and STORAGE CO. 3318-30 Olive St., St. Louis The Up Town Institution For Commercial and Savings Accounts. We Solicit Your Business. Dr. E. R. Van Booven Dentist 614 Olive St. Hague Rd. 1633 Bloor, Sidney, S.12 Over Childs' Restaurant Opposite Famous-Barr PLATE AND BRIDGE WORK Bath Facility Guaranteed view and then steer for it with all your might and main. THE JOY OF WORK There is a reason for being on this earth. There may not be a satisfactory answer for you at the present time, but since we are here, why not make an accountable showing while Picture yourself the man or woman you should be and make every effort to make that picture a reality. There is no way in the world for sheep to eat the lion, but a lion would eat the sheep if ever retain the ideas, habits and disposition of the sheep. It is the same with man. If he will make up his mind to be the lion and take up the habits and traits of the lion, or the man you should be, you will get richer shepherd. There are times when all these things come to every man and he falls to hear the roar and doesn't know to leave the old order of things. For our time is at hand to assert our powers for self development. Who knows what we may come to by our own shorts, as is shown by what has done in the past, by making the best out of himself he will be a help to his brother. By helping one another we help all. By helping all, all are helping. By helping we have a unit of strength. Neary laugh at a purge nose! You can move tell what a going to turn up at all. Under Ground Transportation HOT AND WET IN DENVER Auctioneer: John A. McCarthy, Inc. 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The betterment of the race next and political life in this country, keep their minds busy on the subject of the betterment of the race. In my imaginary mind, I see others planning. I also have the right plan for tomorrow. The disappointments that arise in my daily walk of life, the lesson of failure, give me a pleasure to concentrate on many subjects when bring joy and happiness to tomorrow. I see many of my ancestors thought of the oppressed is, the betterment of his condition. In my work, I offer orders work and theirs is no harder than mine, and that makes me a master over me, and drives me to success. I work to-day for the joy I will obtain. To- tain in my production. I oftimes hear comments passed on my work, but I work for the joy I get, and the kindness of things without the knowledge of, but the pleasure is the pleasure I obtain tomorrow. I plan and to my plan, I see others planning. They do not plan as I do. The laws of nature will not permit such. But if we combine in thoughts to our action, we can be a benevolent to all plan, we can planoily to use the betterment of our day, I plan and dream. Takeorrow, I enjoy the fruits of my labor. TROY, MO. The Christmas Tree at Wesley Club, pitts was a decided success. *** Lincoln School will reopen on Friday 5, 1975. Mrs. Zorn-Sydnor of St. Louis visit the lives of her last son, the Earl of St. Louis, who turned home after a pleasant visit with his wife and family here. *** The sick are all confessant, *** Mrs. Delin River, of St. Louis is visiting relatives here. *** Miss Klingman—Hossay of Edo College, visited a positive history level. *** Mr. Wise, of St. Louis presented with a diamond ring Joy the College for five years, efficient service. *** Prof. A. J. Thomkins, wife and daughters, are visiting relatives here. A. J. is privileged of Evans school of Glasgow, Mo., Mrs. Mrs. Vincent Blizzard, the first of the first of Mr. and Mrs. Henry. The other last, was a Henry Guthrie was accidentally shot in the foot Thursday night. *** Mr. Earl Trudeshaw and wife have moved to the new house. *** Miss Carrie and Cola Shelton and Moonie were there. Mr. M. Wise is going to Sunder High, the second of the last days with relatives here. *** Mr. James Harvey and wife had as dinner guests Sunday Mr. Warren Roberson and wife Mrs. Zorn-Sydnor, Mr. Clifford Tengue, Mr. Gordon and Wise. Mr. Wise is going to Covell in Robson, St. Smith, Coockwell, C. S. Smith College, Sedlin, is visiting relatives here. *** Mrs. Mingle River had a family revision Christmas Day. *** Miss Cindy, Washington, principal of our good name. The last was the last of the last days of Mrs. Delin. Preneth, but son Wills of St. Louis are visiting relatives here. *** Miss Benford Shelton of Winston, Ill. is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jim Shelton. *** Mrs. Benford, Delin's Mr. Frank Peele, the last of the last days of the last day. *** Read the Articles. 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Graveyard spared no pain in making it one of the best. After Santa had presented the children with a bag of candy and fruit, every one was wished a Merry Christmas and a Happy 1925. *** We are glad to have our friend Miss Mary Alfred hear again after a five month stay in "St. Mr. and Mrs. Robh. Obninee of Rolla are spending the holidays with their parents. ** Miss Louvenia Carter and Mr. Jan. Whitten are spending the holidays in St. Joseph, Mo. *** Owing to the bad weather, and light services and the illness of Rev. Henson there has been no service at the M. B. Church for two Sundays, other than Sunday School, which is good through the faithfulness of our most splendid, superintendent, Mrs. Nettle Robinson, our teacher. Mr. Tom Robh. Mrs. Mita Tummer, Mrs. Henry Collins was called to the bedside of her daughter in Springfield, Mo. *** Mr. William Scott is visiting his aunt, and uncle, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Coffey. CARROLLTON, MQ. Rev. G. C. Chinn preached Sunday morning and night at Virginia Street Baptist Church. Spendled attendance. **** Mrs. F. M. Shannon of Seattle, Washington and her sister, Alceen Drake of K. C., have returned home after attending the funeral of their mother, Laura Byron. **** Alceen Drake, Alceen Drake, Mrs. Hattie Tallon of Marshall are guests of their sister, Mrs. Elmer Strother. **** W. M. A. Eaker, principal of Lincoln School and Mrs. L. R. Fields, are spending the holidays at their home. **** Mrs Anna Scroggins of St. Paul, Mina, is visiting her mother and father, Mrs. and Mrs. Anthony Anderson. **** Mr. Clarence Byron and family have returned home to Indian Harbor, Ind. **** The Community University institution that was to be given Christmas holidays. **** Count of sleekness. **** Mr. Frank Highsmith is able to be at work again after two weeks being confined in his home. **** Mrs. Roberta Thomas is home for the Christmas holidays. She reports an excellent attendance this year in her school at Oceola, Mo. **** Miss Lilac Triggers, who teaches at White Rock, Mo. is home for festivals. **** Misses Mary Jane Strawman, McKenzie Dorothy Martin, who are Lincoln University, Jefferson City are spending the holidays at home. **** For first class groceries call Mr. C. W. Reed on West Lincoln. **** Pay the boy that delivers the Argus so he can start a straight account for first of the year. ST. JAMES BAPTIST So. Klinch Park, Mo. Sunday morning devotionals were led by Deacon Chatman. Rev. Hopel preached a good sermon, after which the doors of the church were opened by Rev. R. C. Curtis. **Rev. G. H. Hudson attended our morning service. Deacons Le Roy Lewis and I. Chatham, conducted evening devotionals. Scripture reading by Rev. M. Lewis. Structure reading by Rev. M. Lewis. Objective preached a soul-splitting sermon, objection not that I say unto you, you must be born again! **Mrs. Caldonia Boyd, wife of Rev. James Boyd, was sent to a hospital in St. Louis, Mo. lost Wednesday. **Rev. I. T. Mack and wife are out of the city for the holidays. **Rev. Patterson, the missionary attended our services Sunday. Joan Berry, reporter. BETHEL A. M. E Despite the inclement weather our Sunday School was well attended. Our pastor preached a most excellent sermon Sunday morning and evening. "The cantata," "Around the World with Santa," rendered Christmas eve night, was wonderful, due to the untiring efforts of our Supi., Mrs. Mattie Mattingly. At 12 o'clock sharp our pastor preached the Christmas sermon. "The Birth of Christ." He was at his best. The illustrations were beautiful, and a lasting impression was made on his audience. Mrs. Mary Morgan was hostess to Stewardess Board No. 1. After business an elaborate luncheon was served. Bro. L. Lindsey is spending some time with relatives. Bro. Bord of Kinjoch worshipped with us Sunday morning. Come again. Bro. Boyd. Strangers are always welcome. The Busy Bee club is planning to give a concert in the near future. Join the Busy Bee club and keep busy. Card of Appreciation We take this method of extending our thanks to the officers, members, Sunday School and friends of Beth A. M. E. church for the beautiful Christmas tokens given us. With best wishes for a prosperous New Year and praying God to bless, guide keep and direct each one, we are. ST. LOUIS ARGUS; FRIDAY; JAN. 2, 1925 DE BOTO, MO. Despite the cold weather Sunday, services were good at Williams Chapel A, M. E. church and Rev. J. H. Randall prescheduled two powerful sermons. ***Mr. W. W. Clay Sr. is visiting Rev. and Mrs. R. Clinton in Jackson, Mo. ***Mr. K. D. Smith is in St. Louis on business. ***Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Johnson were called to St. Louis on account of the death of a niece. ***The holiday visitors are Mr. C. E. Keaton, Miles Jesilla Tomason and Georgia, Bruce of Chicago, Prof. W. B. Lewis and children, Miss Amy Lewis of Carbondale, Ill., and Mrs. Gina and bury from school are Ms. Hirginibotham, Lailla Scott, Leona Abington and William King. ***Rev. R. A. King leaves January 1 to take charge of the church at Bleyon, Okla. ***Mr. Francis Petitt has improved his home by adding water and electric lights. ***Miss Rhoda Scott received the gift given in the contest at the A. M. E. church. ***Rev. Houston visited in Potosí, Xmar. MEXICO. MO. Rev. Syler filled his regular appointment Sunday at 11:30 and 7:30. Rev. E. L. Hollis is indisposed with a sore throat. **Rev. Syler preached Sunday afternoon at the C. M. E. church.** Quite a few attended the Xmas tree Wednesday night; all reported a nice time and received valuable presents. **See Halle Bradshaw and buy a ticket; be lucky and get the quilt. Just think, 100 may keep you warm this winter.** Don't forget Watch meeting Wednesday night. Be sure and go, and watch the old year out and the New Year in. **Mr. Abe Shocks departed this life. Thursday morning after a brief illness, and was buried Friday at Auxyasse.** Those on the sick list, are Mrs. Irving, Mr. Frank Williams, Mr. Harold, Tucker and Earl Howard, but we are glad to say that they are convalescing. **Mr. and Mrs. Frank Roland had as their guests for Xmas dinner, Mr. and Mrs. Viril Vance.** **Mr. and Mrs. Dalay Williams had as their guests for dinner Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ayers, Mr. and Mrs. Viril Vance and Mrs. Fannie Davis and her two daughters, Misses Ella and Gertrude Williams. YUCATAN, MO. The Sunday School was well-attended, also the B. Y. P. U., in spite of the cold weather. *** Rev. and Mrs. S. L. Keels of St. Louis spent last week, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nobles. They are planning to spend the following week here also visiting at different homes. *** Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Butler of Auuvasse are spending a few days with relatives. *** Mesgrs. Earl Lewis and William Nickens are visiting Misses Julia and Pinkie Dudley. *** Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Johnson are here from Marshall visiting parents and relatives. *** Misses Ruth and Bethma Dudley spend the week end with Misses Hattie and Peaceaws Misses Julia and Pinkie Dudley spend the home of Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Taylor. Those present were: Rev. and Mrs. W. M. Ross. Mr. and Mrs. B. T. Butter. Mr. and Mrs. M. S. Parson and family. Mr. and Mrs. Delroy Gaskin. Mrs. Susie Holland. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Taylor. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Butter. Mr. and Mrs. Henry Taylor, the Misses Pinkie, Ruth and Esthma Dudley, Mesgrs. Benjamin Johnson, Walter Thomas and William Jennings. *** Quite a number spent the day at Belleflower with Mr. and Mrs. Octavius Childs. *** Mr. and Mrs. Henry Nobles spent Saturday with Mr. and Mrs. A. M. Taylor. *** Mr. and Mrs. Melle Johnson, the day with Mr. and Mrs. Frank Holland. *** Mr. and Mrs Frank Taylor are spend the week with parents. *** Mrs. Wallace Bone-part's home was destroyed by fire Xmas day. Nothing was saved. *** The play, "Out in the Streets" which was given, was well attended and enjoyed by all. *** Mrs. Victoria Anderson is on the sick list. *** Mrs Jennile Block is visiting her sister Mrs. Carter, in Mexico, Mo. The pupils of the Blub School rein- dered a program last Wednesday, eve- ning. *** Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Parsons are a turkey dinner Thursday. Those present were Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Parsons, Mr. and Mrs. G. M. Parsons. Miss Hazel and Miss Grethel Parsons. *** Mrs. Merril Forte and Vadhil Stewart of Hainnalb, Mo. are visiting their grand-parents, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. South. *** Miss Grethel Radford are visiting in Hainnalb. Parsons of Lincoln University is visiting her parents. *** Mr. and Mrs. C. E. South were in Bowling Green last Wednesday. *** Mr. L. M. Parsons was in Silox Monday. *** Mr. Eddie Parsons delivered hogs in Silox Friday. *** Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Parsons spent Tuesday in Bolts visiting Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Douglass BENCETON, MO Rev. O. F. Nelson of Louisiana, Mo., was a welcome visitor at Mt. Joy Zion Sunday. He worshipped with us all day. Morning text. - Jas 1:27. Subject, Pure Religion. The crying text was "Peace on Earth, Communion was held in the afternoon." *** Orr assistant teacher, Miss Lillian McClanahan is spending the holidays with her mother of Vanuilles, Mo. *** Miss Pearl Rollins is here visiting her mother, Mrs Millie Rollins. *** Miss Mirtle� Banty of Speed skilled in the home of her uncle and stunt, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Smith, Sunday. *** Mr. and Mrs. Bill Henderson had as their dinner guests Christmas day. Mrs. Wesley Price, mother of Mrs. Bell and family. *** Mr. Wilmer Siebart was the dinner guest of Mrs. Bergetta Henderson and family Sunday. *** Mr. Jesse Drew, who is a student of Lincoln University, is home staffing his mother Mrs. Beasle's Drew. *** Miss Florence, Chief of Mrs. Jesse Drew and Mrs. Heard, who was the dinner guest of Mrs. the Marjoro Green Sunday. *** Mr. Robert Mishio of Sudla, arrived here Sunday to spend the week taking relations. *** Prof. R. W. Moe and Miss Lillian McClanahan were at their 家 and was on the Rev. L. P. Green, pastor of the A. M. E. Church will preach each second and fourth Sunday evening here. The pastor preached an able sermon Sunday evening from Gen. 41. S. Subject. "I do remember my faults." The dinner and Bazaar on Xmas day was indeed a success. *** The Ladies' Ald Society will meet Friday afternoon, January 2, at the home of Sister S. L. Green. *** Regular services were held Sunday at White Rose Baptist Church, Rev. Madison, the pastor, preached from Matz. 11:10, subject, "God's Messengers." The program given by Club No. 3 was quite a success. *** Regarded by the cold weather at Wesley Chapel on morning afternoon curd to church. The pastor, Rev. M. L. Jackson, preached a sermon that warmed every heart present. His subject was "The 9:6. *** The Home Coming at Wesley Chapel M. E. Church was also a success. A beautiful wedding was solemnized at Wesley Chapel M. E. parsonage by the pastor, Rev. Jackson, December 26 between Mr. Perry McGinnis and Miss Edna Chatman, both of Cyrne, Mo. Mrs. Chatman, the arrangements were fins. Those present were Mrs. Cora Chatman, the mother, Mr. John Chatman, a brother, Mr. John Willis, a cousin, besides neighbors. *** Mr. and Mrs. Walker are in Vandallia visiting their daughters. *** Mrs. Julia Turner, Mr. J. C. Reynolds, Carter are all together, back from school. Reynolds befied by falling. Mr. Reynolds was in the church a wire to hold fias in the church, but the other two fell on the hip. *** Mr. Vernon Frasier is ill with pneumonia; his sister, Quintina, is also ill. *** Miss Mary Brown is better, but her grand mother, Mrs. Emma Hall is sick in bed. *** Mrs. Coydella Reynolds is improving as fast could be expected. *** Mrs. Wim Kennedy is also on the sick list. *** Miss Iana Kennedy is visiting her aunt in St. Charles, Mo. *** Miss Elizabeth Lewis is spending holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. Hockaday. *** Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Ogden had for their guests Xmas day; Mrs. Ella Norton Mrs. Sarah Smith, Mr. Collin South and her grand children, Catherine and Alfred Bell. Little Alyssa McGinnis of Ashley, Mo., called of Rev. and Mrs. Jackson, Sunday. CLARK&VILLE, MO. The Christmas ladder at, Green Chapel Baptist church was beautiful and full of presents. An excellent program was rendered before calling off the presents. Services on Christmas day were spiritual, also well attended considering the inclement weather. ***Mrs. Allie Durham of Chicago, Ill., is visiting her mother, Mrs. Saille Smith. ***Master William Scott of Mayview, Mo., was the guest of his uncle, Mr. Jeff Scott for a few days. His sister, Hazel Scott accompanied him home. ***Mr. and Mrs. Willie Webb, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Webb and Prof. and Mrs. Cornellus Farris were dinner guests of Mrs. Fred Chatman. Sunday. ***Mrs. Mattie Nichols was shopping in town, Monday. ***Arlilia Brown, the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Brown, passed away December 20, after a lingering illness of ten weeks at the age of 13 years. She will be sadly missed. Her sweet cheerful disposition made for her many friends. To know her was to love her. She was a faithful member of the M. E. Church having professed religion in infancy. Those of town who attended the Tuition of town were Mr. George Isaac of Quincy, Ill., and Mrs. Nina Pitfieldes, Pittfieldes, Ill., and Mrs. T. C. Brown will wish to thank the members of Green Chapel Baptist church and friends who were so kind to them bringing their sad hour of bequest. ***Mrs. Cynthia Thomas of Fort Madison, Iowa, is visiting her sister, Mrs. Virgile Herington. ***The body of Mrs. Howard was brought from Peoria, Ill., and funeral held at Calumet church. Rev. C. G. Glaspia officially. Remains were laid to rest in Calumet cemetery. ***Virgil Carter and Arthur Carter students of Lincoln University are spending the holidays at home. ***Willard Rogers, a student of Summer High is spending the holidays at home. ***The party given by Miss Randell for the young or set on Monday night with about twenty-five present, was enjoyed by all. The evening, was spent in games and dancing. All left declaring Miss Leora a charming hostess. ***Mrs. Lucy Manning of St. Louis is visiting her brother. Rev. I. H. Harris. Mrs. F. Curry made merry the hearts of a Host of school children by surprising them with a Christmas tree. The gifts were-Joyonly recieved by each pupil *** Rev. Johnson, the director of the Famous Quartette, gave us a rare musical treat. The voices of all were in perfect trim. The program rendered by the school pupils was above the average. We will have to say that Mrs. Curry knows her business when it comes to dramatic art. *** We regret to know that some of our best citizens are leaving Silkston. Mr. W. M. DeFrance and family will be leaving soon. *** Mrs. Salina Parker was joyonly surprised to greet her daughter, who is visiting frpm Wynne, Ark. *** Rev. Shelly spent Christmas in Marigold, Miss. *** Mr. Winchester stopped a few minutes in Silkston to touring to Charleston. Mr. DeFrance says to greet criticism: "Ray bath is nothing and be anything." *** The C. M. W. paraphrase will soon be completed which will be a credit to the colonial citizens of Riketon. NEW FRANKLIN, MO. Mr. John Ridgeway of Booneville came over past Thursday and brought Amelia Hargreave some very nice Christmas presents. Mrs. Catherine Hargreave some very nice Christmas presents. Mrs. Jane Hargreave some very nice Christmas presents. guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Kingbury* **Messrs.** George and Sherman Green received a telegram from Chicago Saturday telling of the sudden death of Horace Green, their newborn. They left for Chicago Sunday. **** Mrs. Alma Pasker* of Des Moines, Iowa arrived Sunday to visit her mother, Mrs. Nellie Tolbert of Franklin Junction. **** Miss Margaret Ray* is on the sick list. **** Mrs. Mary Paunel* left Sunday to visit with home folks in Mokane, Mo: **** Miss Ella Jackson of Sedalia, Mo., was the guest of her sister, Mrs. Delitha Sims last week. LOUISIANA, MO. By H. L. Combs Rev, and Mrs. Alexander, are spending the holidays in Kansas City. *** Mrs. H. V. Abcraft is visiting Mrs. and Mrs. Charles Rose of St. Louis during the holidays. *** Prof. W. C. Payne is spending the holidays with his family at Fulton. *** Mrs. Dycus of Fulton spent the holidays with her daughter and family, Rev. and Mrs. E. F. Pate. *** Mr. Wm. Gales is still confined to his bed; he improves very slowly. *** Mr. Charles Farris of Otto, Kansas is visiting his mother and sister. *** There were Christmas trees at each of the churches and in spite of the severe cold and slippery weather, they were fairly well attended. *** The Christmas dinner and Bazaar at the Baptist Church, Thursday and Friday were quite a success. Mrs. Lounish Rudd, chiefman. The Dunbar program was good and enjoyed by returned from the New Home Sainthouse at Jacksonville, where she has 7 books receiving treatments from Dr. Klinebrew. *** Miss Maudle Nelson of St. Joseph is spending the holidays with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. O. F. Nelson. *** School opens Monday after a two weeks' holiday. Parents, see that your children are there on time to begin the last half of the year's work. And too, on Friday afternoon after school, the Parent-Teachers Circle will hold their meeting. List us start the new year with a new determination and swell the number at each meeting. Come and bring some one else with you. NEELYVILLE, MO. Rev. S. S. Landors, Presiding Elder of the St. Louis district, hold his first quarterly conference at the C. M. E. Church, Sunday and preached two excellent sermons. **Rev. DeWilt, Williams of Cotton Plant, Ark, preached at Friendship M. E. Church, Sunday. *** Rev. Ed Waddlington of Winona, Miss, is visiting relatives and friends here. **Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Haynes and Miss Emma Haynes, left Friday evening to visit relatives in Winona, Miss. **Mr. Dennis, Porter-left last week to spend the Xmas holidays with relatives in New Orleans, La. *** Mr. Fred Jackson and Miss Juranda Murter were quietly married Monday evening. *** Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Hunter were host and hostess to a Xmas dance at their home Xmas night. *** Rev. G. Williams preached at the C. M. E. Church, Friday night, Dec. 26. *** Mrs. Sarah Johnson entertained at a Xmas dinner. Rev. Lenders and others. *** Mrs. Mara Patterson of Carrollton, Miss., is visiting relatives here. COLUMBIA, MD. The Missionary Society and trustee boards of the A. M. E. Church have each had profitable meetings. **** Our quarterly meeting was a glorious success. **** The Christmas sermon preached by Rev. B. R. Monroe Xmas morning was an able offort. The attendance was good despite the weather. **** Mrs. Lizzie Williams is up and among us again. **** Mrs. Maud Eaton speaks the Xmas holidays at her home in Rocheport. Mo. **** The clubs of the girl gave the children a Xmas tree. Nice baskets were sent to needy families. **** Christmas services at the Second Christian Church were well attended. Rev. Monroe, pastor of the A. M. E. Church was present and Rev. H. D. Griffin preached the sermon. The young folks of the Bible School were made happy by the number of presents received. **** Rev. H. D. Griffin will preach the New Year's sermon on January 4, 1925 at 7:35. All are invited. ALTON, ILL: The Christmas programs and trees were held at the following churches: Church of Christ, Friday 26; St. John Baptist, Monday, Dec. 29; Campbell Chapel A. M. E. Tuesday, Dec. 30. Abraham Poindexter died at his home 107 W. Ninth St. at 10:45. Tuesday night, December 23 of double pneumonia. Mr. Poindexter is survived by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Poindexter of Black Water, Mo. his wife, two sisters, six brothers and a large number of friends. **Mr. Henry Holman, one of Alton's oldest residents, in seriously ill at his home, 2500 Washington avenue. Mr. Holman has been a victim of Bright's disease for the past twelve years.** **Mr. Florence Parson, Parmon Dahlia, Dahlia Whitlow and Thureus, Basker, were the week-end ghosts of Mr. and Mrs. Cross and family.** **Mr. John Clark and Mrs. Core Perkins are spending the Xmas holidays in Lahalle. Mo. with their mother.** **Those on the slack that are Mrs. Henry Green and Mrs. John Whitlow.** **Mrs. Love Brown of St. Louis spent a day in Alton with her brother, Mr. Homer Pettit.** 1208 Highland avenue. **Mr. Cleveland Holmes of Wellington, Er. is spending the holidays in Alton with his brother, Mr. Holmes of Union St. Men are not getting their hair cut as often as they used to. They hate to go into the barber shop where all those women are! 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We have facilities to meet every possible requirement, and strive to perform our sensitive tasks in that careful and sensitive manner that inspires confidence. oe of the city were affected Sunday by the cold wave. *** Mrs. Woods of Milwaukee is visiting her mother, Mrs. Barnett and other relatives on Dublin St. *** Mr. and Mrs. Wade entertained a number of guests at a Christmas luncheon at the homo, 393 Tremont avenue. After lunch, games were played. *** Mrs. Hattie Davis of W. Maple St. is on the sock list. *** Miss Barnett, teacher of Murphysvore, Ill., is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Person on N. 5th St. *** Mrs. Lulu Tate has been on the sock list, but we are glad to say that she is improving. *** Mrs. Brown of Tremont St., entertained a number of friends on Sunday with a lovely three course dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Barnett, the oak-clad party in honor of their daughter, Louise. The following guests were present: Misses Louise Black, Anna bella Miller, Della Deshon, Jeanette Wade, Messrs. James Smith, Johnnie Smith, and Raymond Williams. Music was furnished by Miss Louise Black and Mr. Charles During. *** Bethel A. M. E. choir will render music at the services at the C. M. E. church. Sunday at-3 p. m. BRINKLEY, ARK. By I. L. Watching You Our little city is in the throes of a western blizzard which has retarded church goering. *Many of the out on town visitors for the holidays are returning home. *Miss Lois Powell has returned to Philander Smith. *Mr. Granville Powell has returned to his profession in Pine Bluff. *Mr. and Mrs. E. T. Bratcher and daughter of Chicago are down for a month's stay with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Bratcher. *Mr. Candis Percell of Chicago is spending the Xmas with his sister, Mrs. Martha McGee. *Mr. Hamp Sickle III. dropped in to see his brother, Mr. W. Rochdison of Memphis. *Mr. Mattie Coleman is spending Xmas and the holidays with her sister, Mrs. Roxie Rochdison of Memphis. *Tenn. *The Xmas trees at the Baptist and Methodist churches were very successful. *If you have any news for the paper, leave it with M. S. Rold of the Rold Mail Order Co. *Mr. M. S. Rold spent Sunday at Brassfield, Ark. *Mr. and Mrs. Shackelford and baby of Brassfield spent Sunday with Mrs. Shackelford's mother. *Mrs. B. Smith, Mrs. J. A. Ford and Mrs. D. T. Wilson spent Saturday and Sunday with Mrs. J. L. Bradley of Loanok. Ark. *Rev. Wilson spent Xmas day and the holiday with his friends of Hazen, Ark. *Mrs. Olivia Powell and daughter, Lois, visited her sister and aunt at Cotton Plant. Ark. *Mr. Calvin Burt is back to resume his studies in the Belkney Acadea my after spending a week with relatives at Cotton Plant. *Mrs. G. Y. Scott and Mrs. Anna Key spent Sunday in Pine Bluff. *Mr. Jesse Jackson of Watson, Ark. is spending the Xmas with relatives. *If you like the Argid, tell your friends, if you don't like it, tell the editor. CABBONDALE, ILL. PAGE THIRTEEN THE BOSTON EDITOR PAGE FOURTEEN Colorful News "Movies" Preston News Service Should Supreme Court Advise Courress?— Mr. Solicitor General Beck, of the United States Department of Justice, has come forward with the novel suggestion that the U.S. Supreme Court might increase the value of its services to the good old U. S. A., by advising Congress, from time to time, as to the security of the nation thereby keeping Congress off the rocks of decisive reversal of its own findings. In other words, for instance, the supreme judiciary could inform Congress upon ant-lynching legislation, the application of the Fifteenth Amendment, and sundry matters of national import, as to which pertinent Congressmen, particularly close to the verdant Southland, should report their bids to the Court and respect that they could viyote their pledges to uphold the Constitution of the United States. The significant feature as to the dolls of Congress is that there is a variety of opinion as to what is constitutional. This is evidenced in Congressman Tinkham's former bill which was aimed to cut down representation from the Southland, where Nearcoers have no say in the selection of their next justices, free from public sentiment, have in the end always been able to set Congress straight. To advise Congress in advance of legislation, however, would be a new undertaking. Such a plan would probably be most helpful from a selfish standpoint, and Congressmen sincerely interested in a new freedom for Negroes might give their constituency greater aid than ever before. The plan, though, to our humble mind, hospite our great respect for Soliciter for General Beck, would take away from Congress the opportunity to ask its own intentions as to proposed relation. These intentions are only be fixed by the party of the debile, and nobody is of all the people. Inquiries are the guiding stars of legal solution, and we do not think that the philosophies of judicial minds should be transformed from our highest bench, in advance to the Halls of Congress. I set the doctrine of legal precedents remain indistinct. Eating Beach *Bites* — Drawn in beautiful Washington, the project of a bathing cane for the Capital's colored cane, who hereinafter have shared their way to City or City of Parks, for comfort as well as cleansing purposes, seems to have raised as much fuss as a deck of Killenny cats. In fact, no sooner had Congress appropriated fifty-thousand "iron men" to be expanded for sand, piles and water, than protests begin to pour in upon the War Department and the Department of Public Buildings and Grounds. First, the protest was made that the beach was a "Jim Crow" position, contrary to the written down in Washington as a guide in contrast to the Coney Island, of Lake Michigan, where everything is different so different, than it is down in Washington, urged their Congress not to obey the appropriation for a coated bathing cane. Evidently that protests fell upon barbed ground. Another protest, however, is a different type, has just been placed in the record by which the President of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (white) has declared that mismanish as the drive around the Tidal Pass in New York, it should not be embraced in the world, it should not be embraced in a colored beach chair. It is seen at once that this protest brings to issue some entirely new questions. In fact, it stages a battle between aesthetic beauty on the one hand, and cleaning ambitions on the other had plus whatever cooling qualities the Potomac River may have that is when evered upon a Colored Maduro skin that. New Jobs, Please! If the rumor is true that a hungry host of jobhunters expect to make a drive on Washington to take the hard and untouchable Gloe-Goose Beach job offer to the few brothers who are now holding office, then the same nee seats at the When, in order to place a good man in office, it becomes necessary to displace a good man so as to create a vacancy, then we are ready to sing a lymp, distress the congregation, and the program was as follows: Athletics at Wilberforce; C. F. Points, Chr. Athletic Council; Introduction of Players, F. L. Hale, 1311 Manager; Our Team, Captain 'Scottie' Brown, Our 1919 Season, Coach Harry C. Brown, Coach 1933 Manager, 1955 Manager, Reeders, Mike Wooldridge, Captain, Musical numbers were rendered by the sound orchestra, including Wooldridge, Williams, Henderson, Slater, and Batley, Williams rendered a bimjo gold while the quartet rendered two pieces that were very pleasing: John Clarke, 1925, manager, announced the 1925 Football schedule which is prospective: Wilberforce at Morris Brown, Atlanta, Ga.; Wilberforce at Howard, Washington, D.C.; Lincoln University of Pa., at Wilberforce; pending: Tuskegee at Wilberforce; pending: Wilberforce at Simmons, Louisville, Ky.; Kentucky Normal at Wilberforce Roger Williams of Nashville in Chicago; Fisk Lpiv. and Wilberforce; pending: West Va. and Wilberforce at Columbus, Ohio; Wilberforce at Lincoln University, Jefferson City, Mo.; Morehouse at Wilberforce, pending. The affair closed by very helpful remarks by the president, Gilbert H depart in peace. In other words, there is plenty of room for more efficient men and women, too, in the way of recognition by the Party; and it ought to be easy matter to obtain more recognition may be favorably considered, without driving to decapitate any of the "affiliates" who go now on the job. What progress will have been made if seven or WELL MAN NEW INVENTION IS DONE AND AHM ALL SET TO SHOOT TO DE MOON WATCH ME FLY! same number of replacements? None. but, if seven or eight additions are made to the faithful efficient folks now on the job, and President, Coolidge's promotion and common sense policies are followed by the brethren in the field, with a resultant increase in job allotments, greater efficiency, greater recognition and increased experience retained at strategic points, then the Race will have gained much in solidarity, progression, and harmony. Now jobs, Please!: A New Luckie Tom's Cabin Believe it or not, not, a new Luckie Tom's Cabin, called "Topsy and Kew" has entered our midst as a member of Harriet Beecher Crow's naval. The new language is muddled and a restricted only mirth from slave story, leaving the tears and the having of bloodhounds to follow their cottages, unmarried. half court. She was Duncan Sisters' (white) as "Topsy and Eva," the musical version of Susan Leavers' heroes, at a long run in Chicago, has come fast for another big run in New York. York. He has an appeal which is linked with the tears and shakes of all American life. It is not to be deferred. When it is lost, search for it is made. When it would go, it is held back. When it trapped, this sarcrection is created, this pulsating art is created, this Christian music although deferred at times is here to stay. By all means to money and faith. Samuel Geopers and Negro Labor—Ever since public insult was tendered to Frank J. Farrell, Negri delegate to the October, 1858, Convention of the Knights of Labor, held in Richmond, Va., a labor organization which formed a portion of the parental stock of the American Federation, naught but antipathy thrashed in the overcasts of Negro workers in their attitude toward organized white labor. With much favor of Samuel J. Gempers, late President of the American Federation of Labor, in having negroed Negro Labor has suffered a distinct loss, notwithstanding the industrial differences which still prevail as between - the two racial labor groups. It must be admitted that during his reiim Samuel J. Gompers did sound the call of "Peace" to the black labor, forces of America. The doughty Jewish labor leader could not, our course, control all his subordinate officials, nor could he erase the country-wide prejudice which white man, when he came into its way into the education of the Ameri- cation of Labor, Mr. Gompers did, however, do much to encourage Negro labor to organize; and he was rehement in his protests to local branches of the A. F. of L. which persisted in dealing unjustly with Negro workmen. His sentiments have been put upon record in numerous conferences which issued an invitation to membership, by Negro workers. And his fellow- attitude has been felt by Negro labor leaders have frankly asked for full recognition for their group at the A. F. of L. At the present time, there are ap proximately 165 local Negro unions comprising 6,500 members. At best, this is a poor representation, so far as organized labor is concerned. Negroes comprise one sixth of "America's working masses, and should be given the full privilege of presenting their quota to the A. F. of L. For moreover, the white members of that organization should bottle up their prejudices and realize that the labor interests of one are the labor interests of all. Samuel J. Compore, in his heart, recognized this truth. He practiced it during his long incubancy, and it is to be hoped that his successor in office will carry the program forward, filinizing wide the gates and protecting the virtues of all labor, whether it be white or black. Immigrant Labor African (black) aliens, contained in the immigrant labor group seeking employment in this country, were increased during the period, 1920 to 1924 to over one per cent, as compared with one half of one per cent of the five years prior to the World War. These percentages are plainly indicated by figures which show that during 1920-1924, 578,158 immigrant aliens, a yearly average of 115,632, there was a total inclusion of aliens sought the fields and factories of American production. Of these numbers, there was a total inclusion of 5,622 Negro laborers, a yearly average of 1,324, or about one per cent. During 1910-1914, the total number of immigrant allens admitted was 2,210,481, a yearly average of 442,969. Of these numbers there was a total inclusion of 8,893 Negro laborers a yearly average of 170, or a tremendous percentage cent. Seeking significant conclusions, we face the following indisputable facts: The total incoming immigrant alien labor group suffered the tremendous drop from 2,210,481 during 1910-1914, to 578,158, during 1920-1924; but the Negro content, during that comparative period, only fell from 9,883 to 6,622, and while it fell in quantity, its percentage jumped from one-half to one-third in the ratio of inclusion. The Cape Verde Islands, a Portuguese ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, JAN. 2, 1925 A meteor streaks across the sky, heading towards the moon. Below, a mountain range rises, with a satellite orbiting above it. possession off the West Coast of Africa, furnished the largest number of admissions. A continuation of this trend reveals significant probabilities. With restricted immigration in force, and American labor holding its own, it is apparent that the rise of native Negro labor may continue its onward march to permanency and advancement. A reduction in the inflow of foreign labor, with a larger percentage of Negro aliens, means a reduced competition with foreign labor, which is of a lower standard and lesser efficiency than American labor. The many helpful programs, which are now being put into effect by American institutions which realize that Negro labor needs to be slowly built up and properly funded. The purpose of which is to place Negro labor in this country upon the same firm feeding that all other labor has so long enjoyed. This is truly constructive and should stimulate the Negroes of the country to put their shoulders to the industrial wheel in such a way as to make the tasks one of far-reaching effect and full of permanent benefits to all concerned. Women's Dilemma A little bird told us that the female centifur of the campaign forces which put over the Republican ticket, last November, are in a dilemma. In fact, it is being whispered 'round that their dilemma may take some of the "move" out of "movement," so far as "aspirations for service" are concerned. This situation is said to be due to the fact that the group of ladies has not made a careful study of what may be available at the pie counter; and that such few "possibilities" as have been uncertified up to this time have instantly become the target of a berry of female assurance, without counsel, of 11. h. and without organization. Added to this meeting point of aspirant activities, the old sectional questions have developed, causing a warmth of feeling here and there, but not of the kind that produces coalition and unity of action. The campaign female folks did excellent work, from Miss Hallg, Q. Brown and Mrs. M. C. Lawton, on down to the humble distributors of "fliers" and "squats" and those who were not amply rewarded in long green and yellow are not to be blamed for seeking fireside seats in the contemplated distribution of "plums." Before this event can be staged, however, the legend of Rudyard Kipling as to the "Female Species" must be pigeon-holoted, and a healthy spirit of co-operation under a well-defined agreement must be put into play. Surely, there's lots of work for the efficient women to seek. For instance, there's educational work relating to the advancement of Negro youth, male and female. There's industrial work of fifty-sixteen varieties. There's health work, under Federal and State posts. There is executive work of varied descriptions. There's miscellaneous field work of many different types. Of all of these any dilemma besetting the faithful women, it ought not to be based upon wonderment as to where to go. Rather, it might be well expended upon the question of how to go. And even this problem could be instantly sweet aside, by honest-to-goodness union and progress. Ladies, our hats will then be off to you; for we wish you success. The natives possess nothing. Thanks to the regalia of despoiling concessions he has been expressly forbidden to own property. The land, conceded to him for the cultivation of corn, maize and other crops, is taken away as soon as the European disembarks. We wish that the property of a native be assured to him. It is necessary that he should have the right to exploit, the land and its resources. Do not forget that the land is his own; that the blood of the black men has conquered distant possessions for France; and that the sweat of Negroes has cleared, ploughed and sowed and fertilized them as it had fertilized that of ungrateful Americas. Do you wish to hear the series of inconsistencies? Senegal has conquered Dahomey, Dahomey has conquered Madagascar. 'If was the black men who conquered Guinea, the Ivory coast, the Sudan and Morocco, and all these conquered people have rushed in throngs to save their conqueror at Charleroi, at the Marne, at Iser, in Champagne, at Verdun, at Chemins de Marne, where at last, at the second Marne, where right justice and liberty which have been systematically denied them. Homeless, exstratised, finished, overwhelmed by suffering and misery under the ardent tropical sun, it beaches them to plough and water What Women Write About Madam C. J. Walker's WONDERFUL HAIR PREPARATIONS World Renowned 1. Great Success! 2. Hair Changes for Better! 3. Improves Hair! 4. A Boom! 5. Kills Disease! 6. Excellent! 7. Nothing Better! Try Them YOURSELF Think of it! Unsolicited testimonials from seven corners of the earth—separated, distant and different, but united and all alike in their high praise of Madam C. J. Walker's Wonderful Hair Preparations. We tell you, don't experiment, but do as these women did,—try these world-renowned preparations yourself—to-day. They are your safe and certain road to scalp health and pretty hair. Madam C. J. Walker's Hair and Tail Preparations for sale by Agents, Drug Stores, and direct by mail. Made and Guaranteed by Madam C. J. Walker Mfg Co. 640 X West St. Indianapolis, Ind. with their sweat a soil confiscated and reserved as the property of their executioners. We. Negroes of Africa, raise our indignant protestation against the fate of our brothers in America. Shame to those Americans who feign to be civilized, but who have not yet condemned, by aw, the outrage of lynching and who continue to torture 15 millions of our brothers. Let the so-called civilized nations forbid the wholesale trade of Negroes by the purchase and sale of Colonies, after having condemned the slave trade in detail; no more transfer of territories with their inhabitants, as recently affected Denmark. This is the most modern, the most monstrous form of slave trade. Since the label of nationality has been attached to us, we do not wish to change it with every treaty, unless it is to resume our complete independence. We demand respect for the territorial integrity and the national independence of the rare African states, or states of African origin, which still possess their autonomy Abyssinia, Liberia, Haiti, and St. Domingo are striking proofs of the organizing and political genius of Negroes notwithstanding the persistent subjugation by nations eager to conquer. We claim the right to judge and not to be judged. A judicial court should be instituted, and above all, we claim the right to be educated it is necessary to organize compulsory education in the Colonies. The education of the native is the best means of assuring his evolution and his adaptation to European civilization. It is necessary to develop Africa for the benefit of the Africans and not exclusively for the profit of the white man, and to assure freedom of commerce and industry. He hold, in short, the few conclusions the few claims put forward by the natives of the colonies. The problem of the Negro race first came into being in America, by the extermination of the aboriginal Red Skins, then by the transplantation of natives of Africa to fill the void created, and at present it is intertwined with the colonist problem which is its ultimate phase and which is how shown by the absolute negation of the rights to property by Negroes, by the negation of their A civil rights—since their civil personality is not recognized, by the negation of their possibilities of evolution, by deceit, by calumines which induce the world to believe that this race is irremediably condemned to inferiority to stagnate in ignorance, brutality and violence—all which as contrary not to experience, so that you have never attempted in good faith, this now wrong in that faith, now we who have lived with our fathers, our mothers, our brothers, and sisters—we who know that they are also men and women. They have less, instruction, education and adaptation to European civilization but they have kept more than we have the true and solid qualities of which human worth is formed; and we benefit by their conscience, their knowledge and their experience. They have lived in simple surroundings where human sentiments bloom spontaneously. They know nothing of your complications, of your mixed conceptions of life. They understand nothing of your economic cares, of your worries your irritations and your nervous pess. They have kept all the simplicity, all the sweetness, all the joy of life. They are like the fish in that historic and legendary river which descends from the towering St. Gothard to the North Sea—the Rhine-river of glorious waters, you have often made scarlet with your blood. The fishes of the Rhine know not whether they have two or three countries. They live in peace, less wise than they, you have battled for centuries on the two banks of this river, while the simple creatures who live in the depths are disdainful of your quarrels. This is what we do in Africa. We care not whether you have two or three countries, or whether you have none. We only wish that since you have come and conquered us, you should live in peace with each other, and that, we he not always called upon to become your cannon fodder. We wish you to recognize our rights to citizenship—elementary rights of man—and that living your life, suffering your sorrows, and rejoicing in your joys, we might be called upon to share your destiny good or bad, but which we accept sincerely, legally and faithfully. TRUE FRIENDSHIP By Joel M. Lockwood I often wonder if this old world ever produced anything better than loyal friendship, which exists between two men. They never embrace each other when they meet, in fact, that sort of thing is against the laws of etiquette. Very seldom one man who embrace another, unless death has placed one for its sake, there is one thing that we can depend on, that one will stand by the other, no matter what may befall, each can depend one on the other. Don't ever be guilty of breaking friendship. To ruin stamarch friends is an act that is unjustifiable. Let their hearts be light and joyful, not like a beast of prey, ready to devour each other on sight. For old friends are like an antique clock. It is appreciated as long as it exists. Once it is broken, it cannot be repaired, so it is with friendship! It would be a good idea never to handle friendship carelessly, for once it ceases, it is never the same. I often see men whom I have a dint of pity for! They have no thought of admiration or better than their fellow beings, never thinking they are to soil-acrificing, or the horrors and contamination that surround them daily. I will say to those who are fortunate enough to have a friend, do not give up an old friend for a new one. For a new friend is like nectar, but old ones are like a soothing Vintage of France. Friendship is like a sunbeam! There is joy and happiness when it is full of virtue, but it is dark and dismal when it refuses to exist. What good are wealth, fortune and prosperity, if we cannot help a friend. Suppose we should say, "I have no friends!" Oh, what a calamity that would be. Friendship is an inspiration within itself, and makes men more philanthropic. Men have been saved from the depths of degradation in an hour of trial, when disaster and destruction stare him in the face, he is saved by a friend. As Confucious said: "There are three friendships which are advantageous, and three which are injurious. Friendship with the upright; friendship with the sincere, and friendship with the man of observation. These are advantages. Friendship with the man of spacious airs; friendship with the insinuatingly soft and friendship with the gibb longing; these are injurious." Some regard: friendship as a small important thing in life. No greater mistake can be made, than that of friendship as a thing. There is a blessing on him who makes friends, for there are many things involved in the gifts of a noble and fascinating friend. We should all regard friendship for what there is in it, and not what is to be gotten out of it. If one weeks friendship for its utility, that is a person who appreciates its value. Two friends take the responsibility of each other upon themselves. If two are really friends nothing can separate or come between them. Some of our friendship is poor, because we have made it so. But the true laws of friendship are amazing and eternal, as one law of nature to the other. The iden of pure friendship is the needs and desires of each other. We do not, build friendship as we build houses, it must be created as God created the world. Would you throw a precious stone away? So must we take a friend as a jewel. For one good-friend is not to be compared with the weight of all the jewels on earth. F. O. B. The Client: I bought and paid for two dozen glass decanters that were advertised at $8 a dozen f. o. b. and when they were delivered they were empty. The Lawyer: What did you expect? "Full of booze. What else does f. o. b. mean? It's a mistaken idea that all farmers are broke; some of them are only badly bent. Chapped hands and faces needrt bother. MENTHOLATUM soothes and heals chaps and chilblains quickly and gently PAGE FOURTEEN Colorful News "Movies" Presentation News-Service Should Supreme Court Advise Congress?— Mr. Solicitor General Beck, of the United States Department of Justice, has come forward with the novel suggestion that the U. S. Supreme Court might increase the value of its services to the goal old-U. S. A., by advising Congress, from time to time, as to the constitutionality of legislation, thereby keeping Congress off the rocks of decisive reversal of its own findings. In other words, for instance, the supreme judiciary could inform Congress upon antitrust legislation, the publication of the Fifteenth Amendment, and sundry matters of national import, as to which militant Congressmen, particularly those from the veracious Southland delilah republic, would be suspert that in no wise could they violate their plaques to uphold the Constitution of the United States. The significant feature as to the doings of Congress is that there is a variety of opinion as to what is constitutional. This is evidenced in Congressman Tinkham's former bill which was aimed to cut down representation from the Southland, where Negroes have no say in the laws. Hence, the nine learned jurists, free from public Southland, have in the end always been able to set Congress straight. To advise Congress in advance of legislation, however, would be a novel undertaking. Such a plan, would probably be most helpful from a selfish standpoint, and Congress should interest in a new freedom for Negroes might give their constituency greater aid and ever before. The plan, though, to our humble mind, despite our great respect for Saluter General Beck, would take away from Congress the opportunity to lay its own intentions upon the people, legislate its intentions can only be faced by full and free debate, and press sounding of all the people. Intentions are the guiding stars of legislation, and we do not think that the philosophies of judicious minds should be transformed from our highest benches, in advance to the Halls of Congress. Let the doctrine of legal precedents remain undisputed. Bathing Beach Games — Dawn paddleball — Washington the project of a bathing beach for the Capital's colorful classes, who here for have had to wend their way to Atlantic City — Asary's jaws of cooling water clean the seams, while the clean water tussles as a flock of Killian's cats. In the beach and Congress, appropriated 170,000 and "from me" to expend for sand, pebbles and water; then protests began to pour in upon the War Department and the Department of Public Buildings and Grounds. First, the protest was made that the beach was a "Jim Crow" proclamation contrary to the written law down in Washington — but quite in consonance with the Coney Island, or Lake Michigan, where everything is different, so different, than it is down in Washington, urged their Congress not to obey the appropriation for a colored battling beach. Evidently these protests fell upon barren ground. Another protest, however, of a different type, has just been placed in the record by which the President of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (white) has declared that insanely as the drive around the Tidal Bash is one of the busts brushed in the world, the warmer by colored battling beach. Finally, it shows that this protest brings to issue some entirely new questions. In fact, it stages a die between aesthetic beauty, on the one hand, and cleaning auditions, on the other hand, plus whatever cooling qualities the Potomac River may have — that is when excited upon a Colored Maduro skin that. New Jobs, Please! If the runner is true that it is hungry best of jobhunters expect to make a drive on Washington, with hustle in land and an 'off the Yeur- Hendr' policy for the few brethren who are now holding office than the or some new seats in the runner is a glorious one. When in order to place a good man in the place of the player to the player, good man so as to create a vacancy, then we are ready to sing a lyric, discuss the congregation, and the program was as follows: dered by the sound orchestra, includ- tions, Woundridge, Williams, Henderson, Slater, and Bailey. Williams rendered a banjo solo white the quartet rendered two pieces that were very pleasing. John Clarke, 1925, manager—an nounced the 1925 Football schedule which is prospective: Wilberforce at Morris Brown, Atlanta, Ga.; Wilberforce at Howard, Washington, D. C.; Lincoln, University of Pa.; at Wilberforce, pending; Tuskegee at Wilberforce, pending; Wilberforce at Simmons, Louisville, Ky.; Kentucky Normail at Wilberforce Rogeh Williams of Nashville in Chicago; Fish Univ. and Wilberforce, pending; West Va. and, Wilberforce at Columbia, Ohio; Wilberforce at Lincoln University, Jefferson City, Mo. Morehouse, at Wilberforce, pending. The affair closed by very helpful remarks by the president Gilbert H depart in peace. In other words, there is plenty of room for more intelligent men and women to take the way of recognition by the Party; and it ought to be an easy matter to work out a plan whereby increasing security will be fairly considered, without trying to decapitate any of the "evilists" who are now on the job. But there are also others. If seven or eight "serpentine" are made, for the WELL MAN NEW INVENTION IS DONE AND AHM ALL SET TO SHOOT TO DE MOON WATCH ME FLY! same number of replacements? None! But, if seven or eight additions, give maude to the faithful efficient folks now on the job, and President. Clod- idge's promotion and common sense policies are followed by the bretter in the field, with a resultant increase in job additions, greater efficiency, greater recognition, and valued experience. Strategic points, then Russy has gained much of solidarity, progression, and harmony. New Jobs! Please! A New Uncle Tom's Cabin Be believe it or not, a new Uncle Tom's Cabin, called "Topsy and Krew has entered our mids as a resident of Harriet Beecher Stowe." The new balance is mustard, and the slave story only moths from slave stories, leaving the tests and the hauling of bloodhounds to follow. With the Dameen Sisters (twelfth, as Topsy and Eve, the musical version of Sharon Legrand's heyday), after a long run in Chicago, has come east to another big run in New York. Negro life has an appal which is lipped with the tears and smiles of all American life. It is not to be dared. When it is lost, searched it is made. When it is found, it is held best. When it cannot be recreated it is created, snow-like pulsating stream of Christmas life in America, although dared at times, is here to stay. By all means are "Tupgy and Tau." Samuel Gempers and Negro Labor—Ever since public insult was tendered to Frank J. Farrell, Negro delegate to the October, 1886, Convention of the Knights of Labor, held in Richmond, Va., a labor organization which formed a portion of the parental stock of the American Fad, cajon, naught but antipathies blossomed in the breeds of Negro workmen in their attitude toward organized white labor, until the advent of Samuel J. Gempers, late President of the American Federation of Labor, in whose place Negro Labor hap suffered antithetical losses; mutwithstand industrial differences until prevail net-between the two general labor groups. It must be admitted that during his reign, Samuel J. Gompers did sound the vail of "Peace" to the black labor forces of America. The drought, Jewish labor leader could not, our course, control all his subordinate officials; nor could he erase the country-wide prejudice of the white man which, too, found its way into the organization of the American Federation of Labor. Mr. Gompers did, however, do much to encourage Negro labor to organize and he was vexed in his protests to local branches of the A. F. of L. which persisted in dealing unjustly with Negro workmen. His sentiments have been put upon record in numerous conferences' which issued an invitation to membership by Negro workers. And his "fair-play" attitude has been repeatedly in evidence in conferences at which Negro labor leaders have frankly asked for full recognition for their group of the A. F. of L. At the present time, there are ap proximately 165 local Negro unions compiling 6,500 members. At best, this is a poor representation, so far as organized labor is concerned. Negroes comprise one-sixth of Amer- son's working masses, and should be given the full privilege of presenting their quota to the A. F of L. For thermore, the white members of that organization should bottle up their prejudices and realize that the labor interests of one are the labor interests of all. Senecul J. Gompers, in his heart, recognized this truth. He practiced it during his long incumbency, and it is to be hoped that his successor in office will carry the program forward, fringing wide the gates and protecting the virtues of all labor, whether it be white or black. Immigrant Labor—African (black) aliens, contained in the immigrant labor group seeking employment in this country, have increased during the period 1920 to 1921 to over one per cent, as compared with one half of one per cent during the five years prior to the World War. These percentages are plainly indicated by figures which show that during 1929-1924, 578,158 immigrant aliens, a yearly average of 115,632 there was a total inclusion of udw r sought the fields and factories of American production. Of these numbers, there was a total inclusion of 6,622 Negro laborers, a yearly average of 1,324, or about one per cent. During 1910-1914, the total number of immigrant aliens admitted was 2,210,481, a figure average of 442,986. Of these numbers, there was a total inclusion of 9,844 aliens, or about one-half of 1,852, or about one half of one per cent. - Seeking significant conclusions, we face the following indisputable facts: The total incoming immigrant alien labor group suffered the tremendous drop from 2,210,481 during 1910-1914, to 578,158, during 1920-1924; but the Negro content, during that comparative period, was much higher, while it fell in quantity, for percentage jumped from one-half of one per cent to one per cent in the ratio of inclusion. The Gape Verde Islands, a Portuguese ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, JAN. 2, 1925 Moon possession off the West Coast of Africa, furnished the largest number of admissions. A continuation of this trend reveals significant probabilities. With restricted immigration in force, and American labor holding its own, it is apparent that the rise of native Negro labor may continue its onward march to permanency and advancement. A reduction in the inflow of foreign labor, with a larger percentage of Negro aliens, means a reduced competition with foreign labor, which is of a lower standard and less efficiency than American labor. The many helpful programs, which are now being put into effect by american institutions which realize that Negro labor needs aimple protection and assistance, are slowly building up a lasting foundation, the purpose of which is to place Negro labor in this country upon the same firm feeling that all other labor has so long enjoyed. This is truly constructive and should stimulate the Negroes of the country to put their shoulders to the industrial wheel in such a way as to make the task on of far-reaching effect and full of permanent benefits to all concerned. Women's Dilemma— A little bird told us that the female contingent of the campaign forces which pin over the Republican ticket, last November, are in a dilemma, ih fact, it is being whispered 'round that their dilemma may take some of the "move" out of "movement", so for aspirations for services are concerned. This situation is said be due to the fact that the group of ladies has not made a careful study of what may be available at the cannery, and that such few carried up to this time have instantly become the target of a berry of female acquirer, without counsel without plan, and without organization. Added to this meeting pot of aspirant activities, the old sectional questions have developed, causing a warmth of feeling here and there, but not of the kind that produces coalition and unity of action. The campaign fends off allies like Halle Halle Brown and Mrs M. C. Lawton on down to the humble dischargers of "tires" and "quiesb"; and those who were not amply rewounded in long green and yellow are not to be blamed for seeking fireless seats in the contemptful distribution of "plims." Before this event can be staged, however, the legend of Rudyard Kipling us to the "Female Speech" healthy spirit of cooperation under a well-defined agreement must be put into play. Surely, there's lots of work for the efficient women to seek. For instance, there's educational work relating to the advancement of Negro youth, male and female. There's industrial work of fifty-seven varieties. There's health work, under Federal and State posts. There is executive brief descriptions. There's miscellaneous field work of many different types. Or, if there is any dilemma besetting the faithful woman, it ought not to be based upon wonderment as to where to go. Rather, it might be well expended upon the question of how to go. And even this problem could be instantly swept, aside by honest to goodness union and progress. Ladies our hats will then be off to you; for we wish you success. During the conference, we have discussed the problem of property. The natives possess nothing. Thanks to the regime of despoiling concessions he has been expressly forbidden to own property. The land, conceded to him for the cultivation of corn, maize and other crops, is taken away as soon as the European discovers. We wish that the property of a native be assured to him. It is necessary that he should have the right to exploit the land and its resources. Do not forget that the land is his own; that the blood of the black men has conquered distant possessions for France; and that the sweat of Negroes has cleared, ploughed and sowed and fertilized them as it had fertilized that of ungrateful America. Do you wish to hear the series of incongruities? Senegal has conquered Dahomey, Dahomey has conquered Madagascar. It was the black men who conquered Guinea, the ivory coast, the Sudan and Morocco, and all these conquered people have rushed in through to save their conqueror at Charleroi, at the Marne, at Itse, Champagne, Vendan, the minde champagne, and at the second Marne where they have won a decisive victory for right, justice and liberty which have been systematically denied them. Homeless, expatriated, famished, overwhelmed by suffering and misery under the ardent tropical sun, it behooves them to plough and water with their sweat a soil confiscated as the property of their coconerae We, Negroes of Africa, raise our indignant protestation against the late of our brothers in America. Shame to those Americans who feign to be civilized, but who have not yet condemned, by law, the outrage of lynching and who contemptuous of brothers. Let the so-called civilized nations forbid the wholesale trade of Negroes by the purchase and sale of Colonies, after having condemned the slave trade in detail; no more transfer of territories with their inhabitants, as recently affected Denmark. This is the most modern, the most monstrous form of slave trade. Since the label of nationality has changed, we do not wish to change it, with every treaty, unless it is to resume our complete independence. We demand respect for the territorial integrity and the national independence of the two African states, or states of African origin which still possess their autonomy Absinbia Liberia, Haiti, St. Lucia and Guinea of African origin and political genius of Negroes potswithstanding the persistent sabotage by nations eager to conquer. We claim the right to judge and not to be judged. A judicial court should be instituted, and above all, we claim the right to be educated. It is necessary to organize compulsory education in the Colonies. The education of the native is the best means of assuring his evolution and his adaptation to European civilization. It is necessary to develop the skills of the Africans and not exclusively for the profit of the white man, and to ensure freedom of commerce and industry. Hehold, in short, the few conditions the few claims put forward by the natives of the colonies. The problem of the Negro race first came into being in Ameriety by the extermination of the aboriginal Red Skins, then by the transplantation of natives of Africa to fill the void created and at present it is in existence which is its ultimate phase and which is now shown by the absolute negation of the rights to property by Negroes. By the negation of their Asteroid What Women Write About Madam C.J. Walker's WONDERFUL HAIR PREPARATIONS civil rights—since their civil personality is not recognized, by the negation of their possibilities of evolution, by deceit, by calumines, which induce the world to believe that this race is irremediately condemned to inferiority to stagnate in ignorance, brutality and violence—all which is contrary not to experience. In good faith, this experience, but is that which we now, we who have lived with our fathers, our mothers, our brothers, and sisters—we who know that they are also men and women. They have less instruction, education and intention to European civilization, but they have kept more, than we have, the true and solid qualities of which human worth is formed; and we benefit by their conscience, their knowledge and their experience. They have lived in simple surroundings where human septiments bloom spontaneously. They know nothing of your complications, of your mixed conceptions of life. They understand nothing of your economic cares, of your worries, your irritations and your nervousness. They have kept all the simplicity, all the sweetness, all the joy of life. They are like the fish in that historic and legendary river which descends to the towering St. Gothard to the North Sea—the Rhine—river of glaucous waters you have often made scarlet with your blood. The fishes of the Rhine know not wheth or they have two or three countries. They live in peace, less wise than they, you have battled for centuries on the two banks of this river, while the simple creatures who live in the deaths are disdainful of your guarrels. This is what we do in Africa. We care not whether you have two or three countries, or whether you have none. We only wish that since you have come and conquered us, you should live in peace with each other, and that we he not always called upon to become your cannon fodder. We wish you to recognize our rights to citizenship—elementary rights of man—and that living your life, suffering your sorrows, and rejoicing in your joys, we might be called upon to share your destiny good or bad, but which we accept rincerely, leylally and faithfully. GOSH DIS MOON IS A FUNNY PLACE JUST LOOK HOW CLOSE AND BIG DE STARS ARE TRUE FRIENDSHIP By Joel M Lockwood I often wonder if this old world ever produced anything better than loyal friendship, which exists between, two men. They—never embrace each other when they meet, in fact, that sort of thing is against the laws of etiquette. Very seldom one man will embrace another, unless death has claimed one for itself. But if you can depend on that, one will stand by the other, no matter what may befall, each can depend one on the other. Don't ever be guilty of breaking friendship! To ruin stamach friends is an act that is unjustifiable. Let their hearts be light and joyful, not like a beast of prey, ready to devour each other on sight. For old friends are like an antique clock: It is not preciated as long as the exact time it breaks is not repaired, and if still friendship! It would be a good idea never to handle friendship carelessly, for once it crises. It is never the same. I often see men whom I have a dint of pity for. They have no thought of admiration or esteem. Some think themselves better than their fellow-belongs, never thinking what it is to be self-sacrificing, or the horrors and contamination that surround them daily. I will say to those who are fortunate enough to have a friend, do not give up an old friend for a new one. For a new friend is like nectar, but old ones are like a soothing Vintage of France. Friendship is like a sunbeam! There is joy and happiness when it is full of virtue, but it is dark and dismal when it refuses to exist. What good are wealth, fortune and prosperity, if we cannot help a friend. Suppose we should say "I have no friends!" Oh, what a calamity that would be. Friendship is an inspiration within itself, and makes men more philanthropic. Men have been saved from the depths of degradation in an hour of trial, when disaster and destruction stare him in the face, he is saved by a friend. As Confucious said: "There are three friendships which are advantageous, and three which are injurious. Friendship with the upright; friendship with the sincere, and friendship with the man of observation. These are advantageous. Friendship with the man of spacious arms; friendship with the fascinatingly soft and friendship with the glib tongue; these are injurious." Some regard friendship as a small important thing in life. No greater mistake can be made, than to put such little value on so important a thing. There is a blessing on him who makes friends, for there are many things involved in the gifts of a noble and fascinating friend. We should all regard friendship for what there is in it, and what that is to be gotten out of it. If one seeks friendship for its utility, that much appreciates its value. Two friends take the responsibility of each other upon themselves. If two are really friends nothing can separate or come between them. Some of our friendship is poor, because we have made it so. But the true laws of friendship are amazing and eternal, as one law of nature to the other. The idea of pure friendship is the needs and desires of each other. We do not build friendship as we build houses, it must be created as God created the world. Would you throw a precious stone away? So must we take a friend as a jewel. For one good friend is not to be compared with the weight of all the jewels on earth. F. O. B. The Client: I bought and paid for two dozen glass decanters, that were advertized at $8 a dozen f. o. b., and when they were delivered they were empty. The Lawyer: What did you expect? "Full of booze. What else does f. > b. mean? It's a mistaken idea that all farmers are broke; some of them are only badly bent. Chapped hands and faces needn't bother. MENTHOLATUM soothes and heals chaps and chilblains quickly and gently.