St. Louis Argus

Friday, February 20, 1925

St. Louis, Missouri

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An Exponent of Truth and Justice Denver Post American Legion Protests War Department Action In Refusing To Allow 25th Infantry Garrison Fort Logan. (N. A. A. C. P. Press Service NEW YORK, Feb. 1 — Lieutenant Earl W. Mann, Colored world war veteran, and Commander of the Wallace Simpson Post 20) of the American Legion, located in Denver, Colorado has sent to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, a resolution passed by his post condemning the action of the War Department in lawing to race prejudice by revoking its order stationing the 258th U. S. Infantry at Fort Logan because of protests received from white residents. The War Department had ordered the 258th Infantry, a colored unit, transferred from field duty on the Mexican border, to Fort Logan. Shortly afterward the order was revoked. "The only reason," says the colored veterans' resolution, "has set for the for the repeal of the sold War Department Order. commanding the 25th Infantry, U. S. A., to garrison duty at Fort Logan, Colorado, is in compliance with the wishes of certain citizens of Englewood, Colorado, expressed and transmitted through the Englewood Chamber of Commerce." The resolution, further states that "this complaint and objection to the garrisoning of the 25th Infantry, U. S. A., at Fort Logan, Colorado, is based solely upon the color of the troops." Setting forth that this War Department action constitutes an injustice, and an unwarranted reflection upon the conduct of the soldiers, the resolution concludes: "Resolved. That it is for the purpose of securing equitable treatment for the members of the 25th Infantry, U. S. A., and for the protection and perpetuation of friendly relations between the white and colored people of America that we, the Wallace Simpson Post, American Legion; the Denver Colored Civic Association; the Denver Ministerial Interdenominational Alliance; and the Denver Branch N. A. A. C. P. respectfully and most earnestly petition our worthy and earnable President of the United States Honorable Secretary of War and the honorary members of the Congress of the U. S. from the Continental State to give their unhilified consideration and bring such influence to bear as will assure the Garrisonness of the 25th Infantry, U. S. A. at Fort Loyan, Colorado." The resolution was signed by: Leuvenant Earl W. Mann, Commander Wallace Simpson Post 20, American Legion: E. V. Cannel, President The Denver Colored CIVl Association C. H. Uggams, President The Denver Ministerial Alliance, and George W. Denver-Branch N. A. A. C. P., Copies held at the White House in Washington, to Congress, the Secretary of War, the National Office of the N. A. A. C. P., and the colored press. ELLEARDSVILLE Y.M.C.A. CLUB TO CELEBRATE 175 Members Of Body Will Hold Third Anniversary Program At Poro College Friday February 27. The third anniversary of the Elleardsville Y. M. C. A. club for boys will be celebrated Fri. Feb. 27 at Poro Auditorium by a large audience of proud parents and citizens of that community. 179 members (boys 10-15 years old). 179 members (boys 10-15 years old). M. C. A. mobilized action is promised in this program than St. Louis often has the opportunity of witnessing. Youthful Elleardsville will demonstrate what Y. M. C. A. leadership can do for a community of boys to perfection. Demands New Building The unusual success of this extension of Pine Street Branch Y. M. C. A. during the past three years was one of the most convincing arguments unutilized in securing $125,000 among colored people during the recent colored valley war. M. C. A. campaign, part of which will soon be invested in another Y. M. C. A. building west of Grand avenue for the use of colored young men and boys. Rapid Growth of the Club Figures cannot altogether tell the story of the accomplishments of the Y. M. C. A. and a responsive community with the boys club, since its organization in 1922 through the efforts of the former body in a lot at St. Ferdinand and Pendleton avenues, and Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Malone's contribution of a room for its use. However, it would be well to note the growth of membership to the saturation point of the club's facilities (175 boys) during the first two years, and the following records of attendance at the various activities made during the year just passed: 6,500 participated in hame ball, basketball, The St. Louis Argus RACE PROBLEMS ARE DISCUSSED Dr. Dr. O. C. Maxwell, Speaking At Central Y. W. C. A., Tells Interracial Gathering How To Solve Vexing Question. "The idea of race superiority is the cause of many of our race problems," the Rev. C. C. Maxwell told members of the Central Y. W. C. A. Race Relations Day, and his whole address was predicated upon that opening statement. The occasion was the observance of Race Relations Day by the various welfare organizations of the city. The Central Y. W. C. A. and Phyllis Wheatley Branch had exchanged programs, and Dr. Maxwell was the principal speaker. "Each race thinks itself superior to all others," said Dr. Maxwell and that is the reason many of our problems exist." The speaker cited achievements of each race on which the idea of superiority is based. This idea, he claims, creates contempt, which in turn generates hate. Fear is also said to cause many of the difficult problems we are compelled to face. As a solution, the speaker advocated the practicable application of the principle of the Fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man, and the following the teachings of Jesus Christ. Dr. Maxwell was followed by the Rev. A. H. Armstrong, Secretary of the City Church Federation, who enclosed what Dr. Maxwell had said. Dr. Armstrong declared that the solution of the race problem in St. Louis presents a direct challenge to the Christianity of the white people of the Community of Nogawa Folks by the First Baptist church choir, under the direction of Mrs. Zoll Cole Evans, was very much enlightened by the audience, and Mrs. Evans highly complained on her ability as a director, Mrs. Walter Cannon recited two noctus by Dundar, one lyric and one in dialect, prefacing each selection with an explanation of the inspiration incident to the composition. Hearty applause followed each selection. Myrle Burgess furnished an exhibition of the classes in her rendition of the prelude, Nogawa, thaniel Dett, at the plains, Mrs M. D. Young, who was in charge of the delegation was on the program for the opening prayer. Those were unamplious in the opinion that this effort created a better understanding between the races, and seemed earnest in expressing the wish that interchanges of program would offer offender than once a year. To the very enjoyable features of the occasion was a delightful lunch which was served at the stations on the main floor of the building. As a direct result, Mrs. Evans and the First Baptist church choir have been invited to sing at three of the most excellent churches of the city. OFFICER WHO BEAT NEGRO HELD ON ASSAULT CHARGE NORFOLK, Va., Feb. 18—Tom Moss a respectful colored citizen, appeared in Justice Spindle's court here on a charge of burglary, with his fists and hands full of ugly cuts and bruises, which he testified were the results of a beating administered him by white officer Kilpatrick when the latter arrested him. He pleaded innocence of the crime of which he was accused and charged that the patrolman wilfully abused and mistreated him. His statements were corroborated by witnesses. The case against Moss was dismissed, while a bench warrant charging assault was issued against Kilpatrick. NORTHERN TOWN ORDERS COLORED CITIZENS OUT SEATTLE. Wash. Fob. 18. Two little towns, Kelso and Longview, Cowells County, having a colored population of about 100 which has been built up within a short period of time, have suddenly become veritable hot beds of prejudice. At Kelso, signs have been posted ordering the colored people to leave. The colored population is mostly adult males engaged in labor of different sorts. A jim crow school opened. Long View for four Negro students but the parents refused to allow them, sending them to other sections of state. Negro businesses have been closed up in Long View following protest. OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 18.—Sydney Deering, colored, who has been conducting an obstinate flight to hold his property in the exclusive redmond, came to terms with the city's police, said that the flight to count the Negro from the exclusive district of the city was based upon prejudice. Published In The Interest Of Colored People COLORED MAN WANDERS IN MINE 9 DAYS Light Went Out While He Was Fixing Pump. His Friends Thought He Had Left Town. Is Rescued. Preston News Service LOGAN, W. Va. Feb. 20.—After wandering in the lower levels of the Low-Ash Mine at Crown, W. Va. near here, for nine days, John Robinson, aged 36 years, a race man, and minor, was rescued Friday morning. When Robinson was brought to the top of the pit and had received his appointment, he told his rescuers that after all Friday, the 13th was not an unlucky day, especially for him. He entered the mine, which had been shut down for some time to repair a pump. Robinson, said his carbide lamp fell into a pool of water, leaving him in object darkness. Being unable to see his way he became confused, lost his bearing, and wandered almightily in the mine until he was found Friday morning. He was in a coma when found. He was taken to Logan hospital. It is believed that, had he remained there much longer he would have been dead. He told officials of the mine that he found he was lost he began to worry about his place to another and each offer made to get out of the mine would result in finding himself in some entry. Robinson's unfamiliarity with the layout of the mine is believed responsible for his inability to find an exit. Friends, who are experienced miners, of Robinson and familiar with the layout of the mine and its noises are safe to have had no trouble in the mine when they learned that he was last seen entering the mine about nine days previous. It is said that when a number of his cronies met Friday morning query was made as to the whereabouts of Robinson. Some said they had heard that he had gone to Pennsylvania to work in the mines at Bentleyville; others said they had supposed he had quietly gone out of town for a few days. Then it was learned that Robinson had been sent into the mine by officials some time earlier. Robinson inquired as made at the mine's office and they were informed that Robinson had been sent into the mine and had not reported on condition of the pump. A search party was quickly formed and in a few hours Robinson had been rescued. DAVID D. JONES JOINS THE INTER-RACIAL STAFF ATLANTA, Ga., Feb. 17.—David Jones of this city, who recently resigned the post as secretary of the Standard Life Insurance Company, has joined the staff of the Commission on Litigation Cooperation as a field secretary for work throughout the Southern States. Mr. Jones is a brother of Bishop Robert E. Jones, of the Methodist Episcopal Church; and was for several years secretary of the Colored Y. M. C. A. of St. Louis, where he served most effectively. Later he accepted the secretarialship of Standard Life, but resigned the office at the time of the merger with the Southern Insurance Company. Fine native, endowments and thorough college training mark, Mr. Jones as a young man of unusual ability, eager to devote his life to the upbuilding of his group. It is believed that lin his new connection he will be able to render great services to the cause of interracial good will in America. He will enter his new field on March first. Mrs. A. P. Malohe has given a sum of $1000 towards a campaign being conducted by George R. Smith College at Sedalia, Missouri, to raise funds for the school.) WASHINGTON, D. C. Feb. 18, Little Olivia Burgesh, a four-year old colored child, owes her life to the bravery of James H. Fling, a white policeman, who rescued her from a blazing building at 730 12th street, northeast. Patrolman Fling entered the house after the girl's father, Teral Burgesh, mother and their other children. The officer officer had to help Fling reach safety after he had been badly burned. The frame dwelling was burned to the ground. HAYANA, Cusa, Feb. 18.—The S. B. Booker T. Washington, owned by the Black Cross Navigation Line of which Marcus Garvey, is president, has been added here and placed unchanged to grow up all questions regarding certain details of the company are articulated it was announced by the port罐 STAR STORY CONDEMNED Lively Excitement Follows Publication In Daily Paper Stating That The Negroes Favor Segregation. Much feeling and excitement were manifested at the Press meeting Thursday afternoon, when an article which appeared in the St. Louis Star under the caption, "Segregation Best Housing Problem, Negro says," Dr. C. V. Roman of Nashville, who was supposed to have been quoted in the Star Story, stated that he had been quoted and he reporter for the Star had greatly words, so as to conform, he thought, with "the thoughts of his own mind." "If I were among strangers," said Dr. Roman, "I would feel greatly humiliated, but you men know me too well to believe that I would give out such a statement to anybody and I am sorry I talked with the reporter." Mitchell, Editor of the Argus, stated that he regretted to see such head lines in the daily papers, because the sessions were being held at the Argus Hall. Several members of the Press Association expressed their condemnation of the story, because it is not representative of the Negro thoughts ALOE TO SPEAK MONDAY NIGHT AT ARGUS HALL The women workers of the Aloe for Mayor club will hold their first big Aloe meeting at the Argus Hall, 2121 Market street, next Monday night, February 23. The women are working hard to make the meeting a success. Hon. Louis P. Aloe will be the principal speaker on the occasion. Other speakers will be Rev. J. Lyle Caston, C. H. Turpin, Mrs. Covington, Ernest Patillo, Mrs. Pearl Ruby Perden, Mrs. E. C. Grady and Mrs. A. M. Packard. Mme. R. C. Douglass Buford, chair- man. COLORED BOX HANGED FOR RELATIONS WITH A WHITE WOMAN IN BALTO. COLORED BOX HANGED FOR RELATIONS WITH A WHITE WOMAN IN BALTO. Although Convicted Of Rape, He Declared He Did Not Attack Her, But Aetions Were By Common Consent. Preston News Service. BALTIMORE, Md., Feb. 20—Having been convicted on the charge of raping the wife of a white farmer in Talbot county, August 27, Carroll Gibson, aged 19 years, was hanged at the Maryland penitentiary Friday, during the trial and even to the last Gibson, declared that he had not attacked the woman, Mrs. Baker, but he admitted relations with the woman by common consent. A delegation of citizens from Baltimore called on Governor Ritchie seeking a stay of execution until an investigation could be made further into the case. The governor refused to grant a stay of execution. Gibbon was tried and convicted November 22 at Trappe, Md. It is reported that young Gibson is guilty of minister that his unfortunate predicament should be a lesson to young men of the race and that he hoped race men would remember his fate and steer clear of such entangling alliances as he unfortunately got into. The odds are always against the colored man in cases where white women are concerned. 12.243 NEGRO IMMIGRANTS ADMITTED TO U. S. IN 1924 NEW YORK, Feb. 18.—According to the Annual Report of the U. S. Commissioner of Immigration, for the year 1924, received by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, 69 Fifth Avenue, 12,238 Negroes have been admitted to the United States in the past year, 507 clerk and accountants, 439 makers, 815 seamen, 800 farm laborers, 53 engineers, 20 musicians and 116 teachers. As against the 12,243 Negroes admitted to this country, only 1,434 aliens and 63 naturalized citizens of Negro races left the United States. ARREST MAN FOR CRIME PERPETRATED IN 1905 NEWPORT NEWS, Va., Feb. 18—After reading the law for 10 years, Chas. Jackson was arrested in Philadelphia on a charge of first degree murder in connection with the death of Sam Carter in 1903. He was returned to this city, where the killing occurred. Jackson had stayed in Montreal, Canada for a number of years after his escape. He lost his leg and a part of the other in a street car as a resident for which he was awarded $2,000 damage. He squashed a money and has been a bootblock in the Quebec City. D. C. GETS $50,000 QUOTA NAT'L NEGRO BUS. LEAGUE FOR SCHOOL OF RELIGION TO CREATE SCHOLARSHIP REGISTRATION AT ALL POLLING PLACES HERE ON FEB.26 The 624 polling places in the city will be open from 8 n. m. to 9 p. m. Thursday. Feb. 26 for hire registration of those persons who have moved since the September regis-ration of those persons who have become of age since that time or who failed to register then. The present registration is 302,729. Candidates for municipal offices will be nominated at the primary March 3. The general election April 7 will be选 a Mayor, Comptroller, 14 Alders and fifer members of the Board of Education. Persons registred, but not considered by the election clerks to be qualified voters, will be summoned to city hall for questioning on the revision days. March 3- to 6. WONDERSOFTHE HOLY LAND TOLD Ministers On The Madam C. J. Walker Pilgrimage In The Land Where Christ Was Born Tell. Of Many Biblical Scenes Witnessed INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Feb. 17.-World has been received from News M. J. Key, K. H. Burruss, S. S. Jones, J. O. Haithecox, now touring Palestine as guests of the Madam C. J. Walker Mfg. Coujanty of this city. The party is all well and happy and enjoying the matchless sights of their extensive tour. Apparently nothing worthy of note is escaping their view. In the Holy Land many Bibleical passages are being more indulently impressed upon their minds by their sight of the things and places of another day which remains unchanged by the onrush of time. Their complete program of sightseeing in Palestine has taken them to many interesting and sacred places among them the Church of Holy Sepulchre, covering the spot where Christ was crucified and buried. In this church is the Rock Calvary the stone which covered the mouth of the Sepulchre, and a stone with two imprints said to be the footprints of Jesus of the Apostle covering the spot where Christ ascended into Heaven. There is third day; the Russian Execution Church which encloses the original gates of Jerusalem; "the Garden of Gethsemane, situated on the road to the Mount of Olives, in a quiet secluded spot surrounded by a wall. A rock near its entrance marks the spot where Peter, James and John slept. Near this is the spot where Judas Iscariot betrayed Jesus with a kiss. Bethlehem, home of David and Christ has been visited, where was seen the Church of the Nativity erected over the birthplace of Christ. Bethany and Jericho have been visited; the Sea where stands the traditional rilian. River of Jordan by which is the Valley of Mosh overlooked by Mount Nebo. Moses is buried. Other places of Biblical importance too numerous to mention have been visited by these men, and their trip is proving all that imagination could make it. As one member of the party wrote: "The sightseeing has brought more to me, already, than I had anticipated." SOUTHERNERS SHOOT UP NEGRO SECTION OF TOWN JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Feb. 18—The colored section of the city around Days street and Florida avenue was thrown into confusion here, when a band of whites in automobiles made their appearance and began to shoot wildly in every direction, dislodging the lives of many people. The property. No real cause could be assigned-for the attack. The local Urban League offered $500 for the arrest of the mobster. NEGRO HOTEL MANAGERS FORM NATL ASSOCIATION WASHINGTON, D. C., Feb. 18—A movement towards the betterment of Negro hotel facilities throughout the country was made here. Friday when a group of hotel owners met and formed the first National Negro Hotel Managers Association. Plans were adopted to have maps with the names of all the members of the body and the location of their estalishments, so as to be able to in closer co-operation in affording fair information to their guests. Mr. Greenleaves of the New Liberty Hotel, was elected president of the association. WASHINGTON, D. C. Feb. 18. —A report of the campaign committee of the Howard University. School of Religion fund campaign showed that the citizens of Washington have over subscribed their quota of $50,000 by several thousand dollars. —A national campaign is on foot to raise the complete quota of $500,000 for the Howard University of Relig- NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION CONVENES SENATOR A. H. ROBERTS The Hon. A. H. Roberts of Chicago, the first and only Negro state senator in the United States, will speak at Pine Street Y. M. C. A. auditorium Sunday afternoon, Feb. 23, at 4 p. m. He will speak on the subject, "Political and Moral Courage." This address by Senator Roberts is looked forward to with a deal of interest by the public, as it will be inspiring to the youth of the race. Music will be rendered by the Poro Orchestra. Mrs. Alma Fleming, Hammond will be the soloist for the occasion. Mr. A. E. Malone will preside. CITIZENS' COUNCIL WILL ENDORSE CANDIDATE FOR MAYOR MONDAY NIGHT At the meeting of the Citizens Council at Tabernacle Baptist church last Monday night, the Political Council, of which Attorney J. H. Roberts is vice president, reported that key men and women in each ward where there is an appreciable Negro vote had been enlisted in the work of the Council, and a working organization would soon be in full operation. The president, Rev. S. A. Moseley, following the committee's report, stated that in as much as the mayoralty election was fast approaching, he would instruct the committee to recommend as to whom the Council should support for mayor. This report is to be made at the regular meeting of the Council next Monday, Feb. 23, at Tabernacle Baptist church. The meeting was addressed by Thos. J. Wilson, J. E. Mitchell and Rev. J. K. Parker. The Committee on Permanent Organization recommended for vice presidents, Rev. H. W. Evans, postor of Lane Tabernacle, over religious groups; R. C. Haskell over hospital groups; and J. E. Mitchell over commercial groups. Ward chairmen recommended, were Pash Ward, Mrs Tille Griffin, sixth Ward, Chas. H. Turpin; Twelfth Ward, Z. P. Harris; Seventeenth Ward, Ward, Ruby Perdale; Nineteenth Ward, Mrs Florence Gregory; Twentieth Ward, Leff Covington; Twenty-third Ward, Rev. J. Lyle Caston. Rev. O. C. Maxwell, pastor First Baptist church, presided at this meeting, owing to the illness of Rev. Moseley. SUES FOR $5000 FOR UNLAWFUL DISPOSSESSION SUES FOR $5000 FOR UNLAWFUL DISPOSSESSION WASHINGTON. D. C. Feb. 18. Miss Grace C. White, proprietress of a beauty parlor at 1809 14th St. Northwest, has filed suit for $5000 against the Richard C. Richardson Real Estate Firm for an alleged dispossession of her property. Miss White declared that the furniture and equipment of her establishment were set out on the street causing a great depreciation in its value and resulting in a reflection on her business that caused a big falling on her patronage. BILL IN OHIO LEGISLATURE OUTLAWS INTERMARRIAGE COLUMBUS, OHIO. Feb. 15—A bill has been introduced in the state legislature to prevent intermarriage. The bill is known as the anti-miscegenation bill and prohibits the marriage of a member of the white race to a member of the black race. The bill was introduced by Representative Roberts of Mahoning County. NEW YORK Feb. 18—It has been announced here from the headquarters of the National Negro Business League that the body will create a scholarship fund for Negro men and women who demonstrate unusual ability in the business field. President Moton Moya, the chairman of the scholarship fund, has announced a committee to work out plans for the details. A Square Deal For Every Man IN PAGES PRICE 5 CENTS NEGRO PRESS ION CONVENES Plans Are Worked Out For Future Growth And Betterment Of Fourth Estate Among The Negroes. First Meeting In The North Will Close With Banquet At "Y" Friday Night, Tendered By Bus. League. The annual convention of the National Negro Press Association, representing 125 publications, met in this city, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of the current week. It was the first time that the convention has met any place other than in Nashville, Tennessee. There were forty-five representatives of the country's leading Negro publications present. **Friday Live Sessions** An executive session opened the meeting Wednesday at 10 a.m. at the Argus Hall, with Chairman Mitchell presiding. This and another executive session held in the afternoon at Poro College, represented the activities of the body during the first day. Thursday morning and afternoon open sessions were held at the Argus Hall with President B. J. Davis of Atlanta, Ga., presiding. The most significant event of the morning session, and perhaps of the whole convention, was the reading of the Association's address to the country. The rest of the time was spent in discussion relative to the trade. Local Bodies Co-operate On Thursday evening a program was rendered at the third public meeting of the Association. The program was prepared for the Press body by the St. Louis Underwriters Association in co-operation with Editor J. E. Mitchell. The final sessions of the Association conference were yet to transpire at the time of its writing went to press. They included the election of officers Friday morning, and the closing event, a memorial banquet at the Pine Street Y. M. C. A., Friday evening. The banquet in honor of the visiting delegates by the St. Louis Business Magge. Noted Publishers Attend Members of the Association present were as follows: H. Courtney; Pryce, W. B. Ziff Publishing Co.; C. A. Franklin, Kansas City Call; E. M. Lawrence, The National Baptist Voice; Dr. C. V. Roman Journal of National Medical Association; L. G. Jordan, Historic N. B. C.; J. Anthony Josay, Enterprise Blade; Marcus C. Stewart, The Indianapolis Recorder; J. B. McCray, Metropolis Gazette; Robert S. Cobb, Secretary, Industrial League, Missouri; Atty. N. B. Jaworski; J. A. Mortier, School University Marine C. M. E. Church; W. H. Dawson, Star of Zion; J. H. Eason, New Era Banner; G. T. Buford, Birmingham Engle; J. Edmund Wood, Blue Grass CONTINUED ON PAGE EIGHT 'MUST PRODUCE OR DIE' SAYS MOHAMMED Stresses Need Of Economic Independence Among Race Must Have More Faith In Our Ventures. By Duse Mohammed Ali Times Argus Service. LITTLE ROCK, ARK, Feb. 18. The fact has been abundantly demonstrated since the war that there has been an appreciable reduction in the demand of skilled labor, and where such labor is in demand colored American artisan when competing in the skilled labor of remuneration when performing the same tasks as his white co-worker. Design Against Negroes During the war colored labor in America as well as in Great Britain was admitted to many of the white labor unions because these unions did not relish the prospect of a reduced standard of wages after the war. They knew that large corporations, being soulless and composed of dividend hunting stock holder with little or forsight or human condition, could inevitably obtain labor in the cheapest market. Consequently, and knowing as they did that this was the first real opportunity which had been accorded to the colored man in America to obtain skilled employment in the factories in the north the labor unions proceeded to absorb this labor within its ranks. After War, Reaction Immediately upon the return of the war from the war with the assumption of the assignment, the employment the colored labor, skilled and unskilled, was needed from the workshops' and docks both of England and America in favor of the returned white of soldiery, and the labor unions plaintly demonstrated. Society AND LOCAL NOTES Miss Edith Mason of 4337 West Belle, is convalescing at the hospital. St. Cecilia's Guild Dance and George Washington Party, Monday, Feb. 23, Paradise Hall. Mrs. Ernest L. Harris of 2814 St. Louis avenue, has returned from a visit to Chicago. The Booklovers' club will meet with Miss Arminta Parker of 4108 Cook, on Saturday afternoon. Miss Anne Cresthwaite was hostess to her five hundred club on Saturday afternoon of last week. Mrs. Madison Gray of Michigan avenue entertained the Bachelor Girls Club. Saturday afternoon. Mr. T. L. Gentry of 4249 Enright, who has been confided to his home for two weeks, is convalescing. Miss Estherline Cruez of New Orleans is visiting her mother, Mrs. Olivia Hester of 2814 Walnut St. If you have lost a girl, you'll find her at the Utealia Girls' House Dance February 24, at 2928 Pine street. Mr. W. H. Davis of Marnice Place received a very painful injury, having been struck by an automobile. Mrs. Mine Johnson of 2728a Walnut street, has returned home from the Peoples Hospital, and is still improving. Mrs. M. E. Greec of 3574 Finney avenue, has as her guests her mother, Mrs. L. Morgan, and nephew, Mr. J. Bowers. Dr. George W. Tucker of 4366 Cook axeane, has been on the sick list for more than two weeks, and is confined so his home. Miss Maydelle Fossett of 4226 West Belle, was hostess to her Mash Jong club the afternoon of Wednesday, February 18. E. H. Taylor, attorney, 2025 Lawren avenue, contiues quite ill His brother, sisters, and nieces were called to his bedside. Miss Ethel Mae Cabell of Henderson, Ky., was the cause guest of her sister, Mrs. Pearl C. Wise, 677 Holland avenue, Webster Groves, Mo. Mrs. S. Bedford. 4229 Cook Ave. is on the sick list this week. Mrs. Estela Woods of Kibloch, Mo., is serving her customers until her recovery. Mrs. Mary Herring of 3971 Enright avenue, left for Memphis, Teen, last Monday night to attend the bedside of a dear Shelton who is very sick. The Madam C. J. Walker Perfect System Cliff of hair cultureurs spent Sunday evening entertaining and visiting Mrs. Chloe Shelton, one of the pioneers of St. Louis at her home - 165 Meramac street. Mrs. Mattie Barbour passed away suddenly Feb. 7 at her residence 3526 W. Belle Place. She was the mother of Mrs. Rosa Robinson and Everett Barbour and the stepmother of Mrs. Susie B. Warren of this city. Mrs. W. W. T. Lockhart of 446 West Belle place, entertained the Ladies Auxiliary of Pullman Porters, Wednesday, February 4. Special guests were Mrs. Vicia Elzin of 2726 Lawrenson avenue, and Mrs. Mamie Emory of 2020 Clark. Mrs. Lillian Matthews, 2204 Biddle street, one of the greatest workers of Wayman A. M. E. church, who has been ill and crippled at her residence since December, thanks the pastor, members and friends. For kindness during her illness. Mrs. Lucretia Cunningham, District Deputy Grand Matron of Harmony Grand Chapter, first division, who has been shut in all winter with a lame foot, was presented a beautiful tern from Harmony Administrative Council. Mrs. W. H. Mollyy 4222 W. Brittaine, was hostess to the Bankers on Saturday afternoon of last week. Mrs. Paula Brown was the leader. The book reviewed was "Your Negro Neighbor," by Brawley, which was very instructive. Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Snell of 225 S. Beaumont street, had as dinner guests Sunday at 4 o'clock, the following: Mr. and Mrs. J. Reed, Mr. and Mrs. D. Carey, Dr. and Mrs. O. Cooper, Miss Ethel Thomas and Mr. Thomas Webb. All spent a pleasant evening. Mrs. Wm. J. Brown of 6319 Wagner avenue, was hostess to the West End Embroidery club. Thursday afternoon February 12. An enjoyable evening was spent and a very pretty and dainty luncheon was served. Littlan Finney, president; Mayne Brown, secretary. The St. Louis underwriters Association was favored with an address Thursday morning by Mr. Augustus A. Thomas of the St. Luke Herald, of Richmond, Va. Mr. Thomas is pleasing and outspoken on the subject of advertising. Mr. Provo of the W. B. Ziff Advertising Agency, also made a pleasing talk. Mrs. John Trigg, of 2617, Lucas avenue, has returned from Atlanta, Ga., where she attended the funeral of her mother. Mrs. Phillis Reeves, who died January 25 at the home of her son, Dr. C. W. Reeves. Other members in the immediate family are: Mr. Geo W. Reeves, who teaches in Miles Memorial College* and Mr. W. H. Reeves, a rallyway mail St. Cecelia's Guild, of All Salmns Episcopal Church, will give a dance Monday night, February 23, at Paradise Hall, which will be the last entertainment before the lenten season begins. Adv. Whisperings of summer weddings among teachers have begun. An announcement Saturday afternoon at an Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority meeting was of Miss Martha Lewis, the founder of 1808 Google in Dr. Richard Mountain, of Atlanta, Ga. Miss Cummings is very popular here among the exclusive set. The affair was held at the home of Miss Martha Lewis of 4429 Enright. Others will soon follow. Valuable prizes given away at the Masquerade Carnival at Fraternity Hall, Grand and Pine, Tuesday evening, Feb. 24. Adv. Mr. Edgar Arbuckle, 11 Vandeverenter place, entertained a few of his friends with a whist party Saturday night. Feb. 14. Six couples were present. The first prize was won by Mrs. Austin and Mr. Powell, Mr. and Mrs. Stewart received the booby prize. Every one seemed to enjoy the occasion, especially when it was announced that lunch was to be served. All departed, delighted with the entertainment furnished by Mr. Arbuckle. Meet me at the Fraternity Hall at Grand and Pine, Tuesday evening, February 24. Mardilgas night. Adv. Brother C. W. Dixon, superintendent of the Pleasant Green Baptist Sunday school, gave to his officers and teachers a banquet Thursday night, Feb. 5, for the faithful service and co-operation through 1921. Quite a few visitors were out to cheer them on their work for 1925. Brother Bindom, assistant superintendent, took a flash light picture of the guests seated at the tables. See hibu for me. Brother C. W. Dixon, superintendent; J. K. Parker pastor. There will be one good time at the Masque du Martialgrain — night at Fraternity Hall, Grand and Pine boulevards. Adv SOCIETY STUNNED WHEN WELL KNOWS COUPLE ARE DIVERGED Mrs. Daisy Colbert, wife of Everett II, Colbert, instructor of commercial law at Summer High School, and prominent in social and fraternal circles, was granted a degree of divorce in Circuit Judge Pearce's Court Division No. 16, last Monday morning. So quietly had the matter been arranged that very few people knew of the case, and when Mrs. Colbert, accompanied by her attorney, John A. Davis, of 1401 Market street, stepped into the Court Room to have the case called, the Court room was practically deserted. Mr. and Mrs. Colbert were married August 19, 1924, at Fort Smith, Arkansas, and were separated January 29, 1925. Friends and associates believed that they were an ideal couple and were stunned to learn of their separation, and divorce. Mrs. Colbert, before her marriage, was a teacher in the public schools of East St. Louis, Illinois. She least present employed by the National Benefit Life Insurance Company. Mrs. Colbert changed her husband with great indignities. She was also granted the restoration of her maiden name, Daisy 'Prices'. Let's go to see Wu Fang at the Old Boys' Chinese Dance, Mar. 3, at Penthall Hall. Music by Chas. Creats' Juzhouphales. Adv. English Author To Speak Mrs. Beatrice Forbes Robertson Hale, a noted English actress and author, will appear in a recital lecture at Poro College, Sunday afternoon, at 4 p.m. She will discuss the subject "woman of the Future" in Summer Teachers. College WILL special guests of the League at this lecture. Hostesses of the lecture will be the members of the Colored Committee of the League and heads of other women organizations, Mesdames B. F. Bowles, Palage Brown, W. P. Curtis, W. H. Huffman, T. J. Nevins, C. H. Phillips, C. K. Robinson, Geo. Stevens, Mat. T. D. Young, Mildred Anthony, A. Packard, Roger Inge, Frank L. Willams, Pearl R. Purdeau, G. Ewans, J. W. Evans, Chas Herriott, Edw. S. Williams, Homer Philips, Misses Ann Crosswalt, Arsania Williams, O. C. Maxwell, R. S. McWorter, E. C. Grady, and others. ST. LOUIS-TAMORAINS DANQUET C. L. M. OF TEXAS Tuesday night, Feb. 17, in the cafeteria of the Pine St. Dept. Y. M. C. An elaborate banquet was held in honor of Chief Grand Master, J. S. Adair, of the Texas jurisdiction. There were about seventy-five Knights and Daughters present. Promptly at 9:30 p. m. *m. Grand Deputy Dr. James A. Halley* as master of ceremonies, opened the program by stating that the honored guest represented the largest Taborian jurisdiction the world, and that it was a happy co-incidence that St. Louis had the largest membership of any city after a delightful chicken dinner had been served, Dr. Rainey, in a few well chosen words, introduced J. S. Adair, Chief Grand Menter of the Texas jurisdiction. The speaker was very happy in his felicitations and complimentary references to the men and women of the order in St. Louis. He spoke of his struggles in building the order in Texas, and stated that at this time there are twenty-eight thousand men and women children in the order in Texas, making it the largest jurisdiction in the world. He spoke feelingly of the fact that the founder of the order, Moses Dixon, had been laid to rest in the soil of the State of Missouri. Other 'speakers' were Past Grand Owen Mother, Daughter Savannah Randh: Past Grand, High Priestess, Daughter Berther E. Rhodes; Rev. J. K. Parker, pastor Pleasant Green lrstchurch; Cham W. Gates; Grand Vee High Priestess, Daughter Phoebe Caston; State Grand Lecturer O. E. S. Daughter Blanche Hill o. d Attorney Frank S. Blesbeo. THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 1925 ST. LOUIS BRANCH, NATL. ALLIANCE ENTERTAINS 11 By Jas. R. Lansing By S. L. Carrington Salve! salve! salve dies gravis-sime! A gala night—The one big social event of the season and we don't mean "maybe"— Wednesday night, January 14, 1925 will long be remembered by everybody in St. Louis; for on the above mentioned date, the Comrades of the St. Louis Branch of the Ninth District entertained their friends at Pythian Temple from eight until one—no, no—we beg pardon, till two. For everybody was having such a jolly time, we just had to hold the music for an extra hour. And such music—from the heavenly divine waltz to the dazzling prancing, ridiculous jazz. It was all of that and then some. And such a crowd—real cosmopolitan. There were high browls, low browls and no browls or oh boy! How they, mixed; cogentality and good temper but sweet. Every individual view with the other trying to show how happy they really were. In Haley with that benign Past Master Chan. Thompson was at the door, looking, them over, to see that none passed hor re-passed except those duly qualified. The reception committee, with our smiling president, Roy Willoit at its head, was there to welcome our guests and escort them to the cloak room where old "annie" held sway all the evening (2). And the ladies, God bless 'em -we can't do anything with 'em, and we can't do anything without 'em. When the ladies emerged from their furs and entered the grandly ball, bilder the glare of the light, and the blare of the queen's orchestra, with rare sparkling and many colored feeds flashing they melted into the arms of their escorts catching step to the rhythm of the music. Oh!! Such a pretty scene no pen can describe the ecstasy that illumined each face. It appeared as the thou face. It appeared as though thrill after thrill of delight and pleasure permeated their entire being from the crown of their heads in the soles of their feet, as they oscillated over the dance hall floor, reveling in the Terpsichorean art. And now the dinner. While the orchestra covered itself with glory, members and guests marched to the spacious Dining, Hall all decorated with red, white and blue, the colors of the Alliance, with a blending of green and sprays of fern. Exclamations of rapture escaped, from the lips of all at such a pretty and elaborate setting. When all we were comfortably seated Chairman John H. Cochran, with his committee, passed out the favors- balloons. Jouis noist, makers, flappers and clappers, with pretty colored caps for the ladies, tassel caps for the men and Unis. Stiva stiva, for fun or funnes. Then immediate bedlam break loose—such supricious pleasure—with the tootling of horns and popping of balloons —and the cackle, prattle of the locust—the hilarious laughter of the ladies—why everybody was happy. Then came the rats—Chicken a la King, June green peas, Julienne potatoes, hot rolls, Sherbet, Ice cream and coffee, punch, salted peanuts, after dinner mints, cigars and cigarettes. Say! but it was grand. Everybody cooked and everybody happy. Then music and dancing 'till the wee sma' hours. We can not close this brilliant scene without a word of praise and comment for our indefatigable and efficient committee headed by Comrade John H. Cochran with Comrades Jefferson and Patton, his able assistants. Comrades they put it over. "Nuff Sed." Don't forget the St. Cecelia Guff dance, Monday night, at Paradise Hall. It will be very enjoyable. - Adv. A. M. E. MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE. The meeting of the alliance Monday morning, Feb. 16, was a lively and very instructive one. Reports were made by the members and progress in every department of the churches seems to be the keynote of each report. The president, Rev. M. S. Smith, read a paper, "Is hell a state or a place?" It was discussed pre and con by the members. The final conclusion was that it was a state. Thanks were extended him for his masterly effort. Next Monday, Feb. 23, Dr. Carl F. Flipper, pastor of St. James A. M. E. church, will address the Alliance. The members are looking forward to the meeting and we trust that one will be on time. Dr. Searcy, a member of the Illinois conference, has been and is a most valuable member of this Alliance. We take this opportunity to extend a hearty invitation to the other ministers of the Illinois conference to come over and John us. Bear in mind, in union there is strength. The Rev. Dr. Carl F. Flipper read a resolution asking for the Alliance's endorsement of Mr. Anton E. Malone for the position of Register of the Treasury of the United States. The Alliance avowed a continuous commitment and a civic commitment was requested to let the same be known to other ministerial alliances throughout this country. Mr. Malone is a true son of Allen. He is an active churchman, treasurer of the Illinois Conference and a delegate to the last General Conference. Mr. H. K. Craft, executive secretary of the Pine St. Y. M. C. A. was introduced to the Alliance and spoke of the great work that the 'Y' was doing for our young men and boys of this city. He asked for the cooperation of the ministers of the Alliance and to the world, we feel it is our bounded duty to extend a helping hand to this great cause. The A. M. E. Church stand, for race up lift. C., B., F., B., reporter. BREAD OF LIFE The Gospel] of Salation, spiritual singing, Christ's Holiness church, 2706 Lawtow avenue M. MRS. ADA HARRIS Former State Grand queen of Mo. A. U. K. & D. of A. In memory of my mother, Mrs. Ada Harris, who departed this life February 23, 1924. If God had spared me every blow Which comes to us on earth Had shielded me from every woe And filled my years with mirth And then at last He bade you leave York place above to find. Throughout eternity I grieve For you have left me behind But soon I shall be reconciled When life's brief time is done For Heaven is made of those we love The beautiful and true And God has taken you above To build a Heaven, for me. Sally missed by her daughter, Marjorie V. Holly. —Ady, CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends of Broom, Boon and Webster Groves for their Kindness and sympathy shown during the illness and aid of our dear mother, sister and aunt, Mary B. Allen, who departed this life January 29, 1925. We also thank Rev. Boon, Rev. Wouldridge and Rev. Lee for their consoling remarks, Rev. Fisher for his beautiful solo, A. M. E. Church choir, Mr. L. H. Patterson from Amelia Temple No. 225. S. M. T. Sunshine Club of her church Parent-Teachers' Association of the Douglass School. Many thanks for florals sent from out of the city, and Mrs. Bettle Johnson of Kansas City, Kansas, also Mrs. Flororose of Kansas City, Mr. Roy Boyd, Mrs. Savannah of Boston, Mr. Carrie Elliott of Brompton, Ill. Prolidence Baptist Church choir, also Undertakers Harrison and McKenna for their efficient services. Signed, G. A. Allen and brothers, Mrs. Maggie Green, sister; Mr. Henry Brunt, brother. —Adv. CARD OF THANKS We wish to thank our many friends and relatives for the kindness and sympathy shown during the illness and death of my brother, Rev. Phillips, pastor of Quinn Chapel for his consoling words, also the U. B. F. Lodge No. 2 and S. M. T. and the A. U. K. & D. of A., also Ike Mke, undertaker for their efficient services. The beautiful floral designs were much appreciated from his employers and coworkers. Wm. Davis, brother and family. —Adv. CARD OF THANKS We, the beloved family of Will Davis, will be grateful to relatives and friends for their sympathy and kindness extended to us in that said hour, pastor for words of consolation; for the beautiful floral offering, and A. L. Real Understaking Company for efficient service rendered. The Family. -Adv. CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank my many friends for their kindness and help extended to me in the loss of my dear wife, Eliza Dildy. I also wish to thank Rev. Brown for his remarks and for the beautiful floral design; also A. L. Beal for prompt service rendered. James Dilly, husband. Adv. IN MEMORIAM In sad but loving memory of our daughter, mother and sister, Emma Powell, who departed this life Feb. 19, two years ago. Gone, dear mother, gone forever. How we miss your willing face; How you miss your remember. None on earth can take your place. A happy home we once enjoyed, How sweet the memory still; But death has left a loniness. This world can never fill. Two years ago this winter. In a cold and lonely grave, Daughter, dear mother and sister, we loved so deeply. We sadly laid away. She among the angels, And with the angels may she rest; But we can never forget her. For twas we who loved her best. Dars of sadness off come over us. Tears in silence often flow. face she her for of the ceil the the up final arch. 9-2) Sadly missed by mother, daughter, sister, son-in-law and a host of friends. Adv. IN MEMORIAM In owing memory of my dear mother Mrs. Lavenia Linsey, who died Feb. 23, 1924. What is home without a mother, All things a world may send. But when I lost my mother, I lost my dearest friend. She wore the crown of patience. Through the years she struggled on, And those dear hands at rest forever. Are the hands that made our home, Sadly missed by the family, Loward Freeman, son; Matthias Linsey, husband. -Adv. IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of my dear husband, Joseph Echols, who departed this life Feb. 11, 1924. None knows the depth of my regret, I will remember when others forget. Only those who have lost can tell. The pain of paring with one we love so well was so great. Sadly missed by wife, May Echols. —Adv. IN MEMORIAM I loving remembrance of my dear husband, Victor Gibbs, who departed this life two years ago today, February 17, 1923. The month of February again is hers; To us the saddest of the year; It took away our dear one, Two years ago today. Dearest Victor, how we miss you, Since from earth you passed away; We remember all your kindness, As we think of you today. I think of you in silence. No eyes can see me ween. But many a silent tear I shed. While others are asleep. So rest in peace, my darling. You are safe in heavenly power: The day when we shall meet you Grows nearer every hour. Sadly missed by wife, Mrs. Willie Glibos, parents and brothers. IN MEMORIAM In loving memory of our dear husband and brother, Herbert B. Ford, who depended this life Feb. 23, 1923. Thou, Father, doest all things well. Altho our hearts with sorrow swell; There's comfort in thy grace alone. Help us to say, "Thy will be done." He bids us trust and weep no more. For we shall see those gone before. Sadly missed by Lillie Ford, wife: Mrs. Heury Haynes, slister, and other relatives and friends. — Adv. **IN MEMORIAM** In loving memory of my dear mother, Emma Blanks, who departed this life Feb. 17, 1923. None knows the depths of my regret. I'll remember when others forget. Only those who have lost can tell. The pain of parting with one we loved so well. Sadly missed by daughter, Mrs. Cora Hawkins. Adv. PREPAREDNESS Now is the time to place your order for your spring cleaning to avoid the rush. "We will paper your house and rent it." Clean the wall paper, so it will look new; Our prices and quality are the best. Give us a trial and well do the rest." J. W. FERGUSON & SON Interior Decorators Plicce Delmar 743 4383 Finney Ave. - Adv. (2-20-4) OUR JUBILEE SINGERS Daughters of the C. W. G. I. Industrial Home will give a creditable rectal at Lane Tabernacle church. Thursday evening. Feb. 26, under the auspices of the Wild Rose club. Mrs. E. Johnson, president. Come and hear them and thus encourage them. Rev. W. H. Evans, pastor. Mother Mackey, Mgr. Adv. MADAM L. BOYER Experienced hail dresser, first class service. Call at any time. Kirkwood, Mo. 212 Broye Lane. Adv. WORLD'S GREATEST BOOK ON THE SOUL OF MAN Have you read it? If not, see Prof. L. Baker, author, 4062 Cook Ave. St. Loula, Mo. (2.13) Adv. REMOVAL NOTICE I wish to announce that my office and residence are removed from 2697 Lawton avenue to West End Hotel, S. W. corner of Vandeverte and W. Belle Place, Telephone Lindell 1921 and 1923. Dr. E. H. Gordon. ATTENTION TO PARENTS There has been a private school opened for the benefit of the small children which we feel will meet the long need of a number of parents. This school is located at the bestest corner of Cook avenue and Whittier street. Now open for inspection. For further information, call at the school-building. -Adv. (2,13,4) When pure rules of conduct are observed then there is true religion. Not from weeping or grieving will any obtain sense of mind. PORO Over three million pleased patrons so- dure Poro Products. More than seventy, for thousand agents Sell Poro Products. It's enough to know it's PORO The New PORO Toilet Creations Now Ready: PORO Skin and Scrap Soap. PORO Varnishing Cream. PORO Pure Powder. PORO Cold Cream. PORO Disinfectant. PORO Wash Solution. PORO Telecom Powder. PORO Bidet Toilet Water. You know, of course, how magnificently good PORO Hair Preparations have always been. Now PORO TOILET PREPARATIONS are of the same standard of excellence and superiority. JUST TRY THEM. YOU'LL BE HIGHLY PLEASED All your PORO agents for them, be with PORO COLLEGE 1400 N. Parkland Ave. St. Louis, Mo. Gray hair is not necessary. Dark hair it with G. Hair Tint. Not a dye, but a dressing. Will not stain Can be applied with a brush. Leaves hair black and glossy. In use by men and women everywhere, in at once for 24 hours. 100. No samples of C. O. D. Agents wanted. G. HAIR TINT CO. 4226 W. Finney Ave. Bt. Louis, Mo —Adv BANDS WANTED To affiliate with the Musicians Mutual Projective Association Local 44. A dispensation is on during the month of February and all musicians who wish to take advantage of it are requested to get in touch with Secretary E. A. McKinney, 2823 Morgan street, Monton 2751-R. NOTICE The Trustees of Handolph Springs National Health Ranarlum Association are now offering to lease the hotels and grounds at Handolph Springs for a term of years so that the lessees may have an opportunity to prepare and execute a real money making program. More than $140.00 was taken in on August 4 alone. With proper advertisement and good management this is a big paying project. If Interested write J. B. Coleman. 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THOMAS Millinery & Ladies Ready-To-Wear 2419 Pendleton TUCKER'S BUSINESS COLLEGE The Tucker Progressive Club held its weekly meeting Friday, Feb. 13. The topic of discussion was: The Origin of St. Valentine Day, which proved very interesting. At each meeting the members are inspired and benefited by the interesting topics discussed. Miss Castorla Hudson is on the sck list. Precious Hill, President; Alpha Brooks, Reporter. There, will be one good time at the Maquenade, Mardl Gras night at Fraternity Hall, Grand and Pine boulevards. Adv. THE WEST END EMBRIDERY The club held its second anniversary at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. F. Anderson, 6323 Wagner avenue, Friday evening, February 6. It was given in honor of the husband. The house was beautifully decorated with the club colors, old gold and purple. The president, Mrs. C. I. Finney, gave the welcome address and Mr. F. Anderson responded. The guests were served a delicious repast with consisted of chicken salad, hot rolls, ice cream cake and many other good things to eat. The ones who enjoyed this lovely affair were as follows: Mr. and Mrs. A. Hule, Mrs. and Mrs. Madison, Mr. and Mrs. Nicholson, Mr. and Mrs. C. Thomas, Mrs. J. Prince, Mrs. R. Saunders, Mesdames Lewis and Crossin of Springfield, Ill., Mr. and Mrs. B. Andrews, Mr. F. Forguson, Mrs. G. Saunders, Mrs. C. Taynus, Mrs. M. C. I. Finney, Mr. and Mrs. E. Logan, Mrs. and Mrs. English, Mr. and Mrs. H. Anders, Mr. and Mrs. J. Coles, Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Roese, Mr. and Mrs. F. Anders, Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Brown and Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Brown, 6319 Wagner avenue, February 12. After the routine business the club was invited into the dining room which was beautifully decorated with Valentines. The hostess served a delicious repast. The next meeting will be at Mrs. Smith's residence, Prospect Hill, February 28. February 9 the club was served a four course luncheon at the home of Mrs. H. Enders, 4407 Garfield, which was enjoyed by all. Mrs. C. I. Finney, President; Mrs. W. F. B. Reporter. Valuable prizes given away at the Masquerade Carnival at Fraternity Hall, Grand and Pine, Tuesday evening, Feb. 24. — Adv. ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL The Administrative Council met at the residence of Mrs. V. G. Elgin, 2726 Lawton boulevard. Thursday afternoon, February 12. After the regular business of the Council, the hostess invited the members downstairs, where a special program had been arranged, one in which all took part. Mrs. L. Street Fraser president and soft music was played during the afternoon. Mrs. M. A. Hedgeman, Worthy and Iron, read a beautiful paper on the life and character of Abraham Lincoln. It was received with great applause. The hostess presented it with a beautiful bouquet of flowers showing the high esteem in which she is held as Grand Matron, this being Lincoln's Birthday, the decorations were stricly military. A two course luncheon was served and each lady was presented with Valentine with the hostess entertained with the face and dignity that is so much admired. She was assisted in serving by Mrs. Willis and Mrs. Coleman invited guests Mrs. Florence Davis. Mrs. Greenup; Mrs. Fravier and Miss Martha Vineyard. Mrs. Mary Bradshaw will be hostess at her residence, 4315 Lucky the afternoon of March 12. Martha Hervy, President; Viola Elgin, Secrecrity. The Madam C. J. Walker System. Mrs. Devle Jordan, 7 N. Garrison avenue, Bonont 1098-W. Adv. (2-19-Ind.) LLWELLYN GIRLS Mrs. Gertrude Johnson was at home to the Llwelyn Girls, Tuesday, Feb. 17. The evening was spent playing whist, after which a delicious lunchcon was served. B. Thompson, reporter. BELMONT BOYS The Belmont Boys held their regular meeting at the residence of Mr. J. B. Millender, Feb. 17. After a wonderful meeting, the club welcomed Mr. James Hull as a new member. We were served a three course lunchcon by Miss Adelle Millender. J. W. Evans, president. NOTICE We wish to make it known that Mr. George Howard is no longer a member of the Belmont Boys club. J. W. Evans, president. Adv. Meet me at the Fraternity Hall at Grand and Pine, Tuesday evening, Feb. ruary 24. Mardi Gras. Adv. # OKEY SIXTEEN The Jolie sixteen Social club met Thursday evening at 4036 Evans avenue. Mrs. E. P. Lloyd was hostess. After the discussion of a party to be given in March, the meeting adjourned to meet next with Mr. Thomas, 2212 C. pr St. A. C. Bowles, president; P. Miller, reporter. Hear Mrs. Elsie Harley Gordon, Coloratira Soprano, Song recital. Sanmaritan M. E. Church, 4168 West Belle, Feb. 27. # OKEY BOYS The Oekh Boys held their regular club meeting with Mr. Walter L. Smith, 2717 Walnut street, Feb. 17. The main topic of the evening was the Chinacie Dance for Tuesday, Mar. N. After the transaction of business, the club was served a two course luncheon by the hostess, Miss Vester Lee Davila. The club adjourned to meet with Mr. Willie Huggins, 714 N. Leonard street. Walter L. Smith, president; Na Don't Miss The Grandest Affair Of The Season SPARTAN CULTURE The annual meeting of the Spartan Culture club will be held in the office 3220 Laclede avenue, at 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24. By order of Executive Board. Wm. Cross, chairman, Mail your order today for your chemical cleaning and spot removal fluid, Qts. 25c; 1 tgal. 50c; gal. 90c. Chemical Co. Inc. 963 S. 14th 81t. Adv. WOMEN'S WILLING WORKERS: A large number turned out to hear the many speakers on the program of the Willing Workers club, under the auspices of the Headquarters of Victor J. Miller for Mayor" club, Colored Division, 3100 Franklin avenue held at 2620 Lawton avenue. The club is holding series of these meetings. Next meeting series of these meetings. 4235 Finney avenue, Wednesday Feb. 25, 1925. Come out and enjoy the speaking and other entertainments. Admission free. Mrs. Hattie Taylor, chairman; Mrs. M. E. Collins Hardy, secretary; W. A. Hawkins, Committeeman. FORUM CLUB The Men's Forum club of Samaritan M. E. church, 4168 West Belle, cordially invites the public to be present Sunday evening, Feb. 22, at 5:30. An interesting program will be rendered. Dr. B. E. Abbott will be the speaker of the hour. Do not forget the date and place. John H. Wofford, Jr. member. For plain and fancy hairdressing see Mrs. Jennie Jones, 1215a Jones street. Take Vandevere car to Cook Walk one block west on Cook. Lindell 3227. THE TOLEMYSTIC The Tolemystie club held its last meeting at the residence of Mr. Robert Wilson, 4353 Cottage avenue. New members accepted were Mr. Nathaniel Beasley, Mr. Charles Clark and Lester Fowker. The main topic of discussion was a dance in the near future. After the meeting a debious repast was enjoyed by all. The next meeting will be held at the residence of Wm Goodman, 4351 Garfield avenue. Wm. Goodman, reporter. NOTICE Messrs. Cris, Cris. Gordon and Leroy Pitcher are no longer members of the Tolemystie club. Wm. Goodman, reporter. Adv. Hear Mrs. Elsie Harley Gordon, Colaturta Soprano. Song recital, Samaritan M. E. Church, 4108 W. Belle, Feb. 27. Adr. DE LUXE BOYS. During the past eight weeks we have been anxiously awaiting the return of one of our members who was New York digging new ideas. With these new ideas we have planned something that will be long remembered as an unsuccessful featured. The favor of the team toward us makes it possible for us to feature anything but that in unheard of. As for the title we do not dream it wise to divulge just how, because the appreciation will be so great that may be some one will be tempted to duplicate our idea. For this club-affair, we have secured Python so far as to make and have even gone with the weather man for a perfect date will announce the date in the next issue of this paper. Save a cent a day, and nothing in the world can keep you away. The De Luxe Boys Social Club. Adv. Miss Eva Miller will sing and dance Tuesday night, Feb. 24, Pythian Hall, Yale Boys. Adv. OMAR BONS The Omar Raya club, held their regular meeting at the home of Lloyd Norris, 4200 W. Lucky street, Mr. Andrew Brooks was welcomed into the club. Next meeting will be held Wednesday at 312 Cedar street. Applications are opened for new members. S. Harvey, president; L. Boyd, secretary. PHI SIGMA TAU SORORITY The club held its regular meeting Thursday with Mrs. Lisa Dodson, 2417 N. Whittier. After the transaction of business, the meeting turned over to the program committee. A splendid program was rendered and a dainty luncheon was served. ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 1925 CAN RIDE AS CHEAP AS ONE 4 No Extra Charges For Extra Passengers The CALUMET CAB CO. 2319 Chestnut FIRST IN EVERYTHING CALL BOMONT 1600 11th and Chestnut 23rd and Market Compton and Pine Jefferson and Wash **BENEVOLENT ORDER of Pullman Porters met at the residence of Mr. J. S. Green, Ma N. Leffellwell avenue, Tuesday evening, Feb. 17, for the installation of officers recently elected to the ensuing year, with a program fund and a meeting of the officers. The officers are w. D. Elgin, President, M. Miller, vice president; June Scott, secretary; F. H. Heenley, treasurer; T. Harrison, chairman sick committee; W. H. Green, chaplain; L. M. Hill, solicitor, W. D. Elgin made a talk on the duties of the Order, and outlined the program for the ensuing year. T. A. Crenshaw of St. Louis, Pullman Shops made a talk outlining the History and achievements of the Order. All others present made short talks. Members present were: W. H. Green, Ivan Hawen, Davis, L. M. Hill, E. H. Heenley, W. D. Elgin, T. A. Crenshaw, W. H. Boyd, Gus Scott, J. H. Mitchell, W. B. Wass, and the host, J. S. Green, Visitor, Rev. Noah Williams of St. Paul A. M. E. church. W. D. Elgin president; L. M. Bull, acting secretary. Two bands of music at Fraternity Hall, Marilil Gras night, Feb. 24. Dancing from 8 till 3 a.m. PARAMOUNT BOYS HONOREES AT VALENTINE PARTY An elaborate, Valentine party was given in honor of the Paramount Boys by Miss Ethel Cables, Saturday, February 14. Miss Cables proved a very efficient and entertaining hostess. The crowd spent the evening in whist and dancing, with the exception of D. Hutt and R. Green who spent the evening scaled salish, sandwiches, candy and everything loose. Irving Smith broke leg trying to do the Charlotte Kester. Kester's heyday was pinched in Maplewood for overlooking his Ford runabout. He explained to the Judge Wednesday that he was "only" carrying eight (8) members at the time he was pinched. The only reason he gave was that they did not have car fare back home. Follow the crowd to Pythian Hall, Feb. 24. Yale Boys. Adv. GOLD MEDIAL SOCIAL The Gold Medial Social; club met Thursday, Feb. 12, at the home of Mrs. Fred Collins, 1912a. Morgan, with the president presiding. After the routine business the club was served with a delicious menu. Mrs. F. Mann, president; Mrs. Dare Aaron, reporter. MELROSE SOCIAL The Melrose Social Club met at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Jackson, on the 7th inst., Mrs. Ruth Swazer, sang a solo, after which a delicious lunchroom was served. Brother Swazer, president; S. Carpenter, secretary. The Primos Social club met Thursday evening, Feb. 12 at the residence of Mrs. Marguerite Bowdies, 3416 Lawton avenue. After the regular routine business, a five course luncheon was served. The fest of the evening was spent in playing games with the members. Next meeting will be at the residence of Mrs. Theresa Sanders, 24 8. Channing. Mrs. Blanche Edwards, president; Mrs. Mary Horton, secretary; Mrs. Mary Gaston, reporter. You will be surprised at the Mardi Gras Carnival at Fraternity Hall, Grand and Pine Boulevards. —Ady. YOUNG. LADIES CONGENIAL A very enjoyable event with the bosses, Mrs. Blanche Wormly, 1010 K. Leflengwil, Wednesday, Feb. 11. A delicious two course luncheon was served. We adjourned to Krisner Press office, Mrs. Krisner Press office, Mrs. LA SOIRE WHIST The La Soire Whist Club met Monday evening Feb 16 at the home of Mrs. Loraine Waters, 1816 N. Whittier. After the regular routine business, a dainty repast was served by the hostess. The rest of the afternoon was spent playing whist. Mrs. Loraine Waters won first prize and Mrs. Jennie Pitts, second. The club adjourned to meet March 2 at the home of Mrs. Jennie Pitts, 709 N. Ewing. Mrs. Gussie Monroe, president; Mrs. Loraine Waters, reporter. MARRIAGE LICENSES At St. Louis Jim Willson, Cornell Scoff. Lester Boyd, Virgile Johnson. William Lee M. Owens, Ima Johnson. Eric Friend, Lyle L. Singh Joseph Johnson Raymond Bounds, Mrs. Rachel Nichols James Wm. Lowery, Mrs. Bornice Calleo High Class Entertainment With Dewey Jackson and his 6 Humming Birds J. & H. Wenn, 1426 Biddle C. M. & L. Merriweather, 4258a W. Belle S. M. Davis, 4219 W. St. Ferdinand C. H. Reynolds, 4514 Graffit S. E. Weathersby, 724 N. Leffing- well C. R. Harvey, 4045a Finney J. & R. Cross, 1000 Mound J. & L. Platt, 2001 Chestnut R. & R. Pickett, 4351 Maffitt R. F. & F. Boyal, 2112 Bernard **Girls** J. & L. Wilkins, 2828 W. Belle G. & M. Jackson, 1714a Division H. & J. Hickey, 4453 St. Ferdinand S. L. Torrey, 1834 Division E. I. R. Bradshaw, 916a N. New- stead C. M. Harvey, 4250a Fairfax A. & E. Hardage, 3525 Laclede W. & C. Hampton, 3300 Hickory W. & M. Rolls, 1622 Wash F. N. & L. Clair, 1019a N. 12th J. & L. Sisley, 2048 Randolph BURIAL PERMITS G. York, 27, 1412 Morgan Lucy Curtis, 47, 2838 Walnut D. Edwards, 32, 2628 Lawton C. Randall, 48, 3104 Rutger Gladys M. Nichols, 1 mo, 3421 Hickory Maggie Black, 39, 409 Johnson Julia Morris, 83, 2355 Adams Sarah Morgan, 63, 2831 Morgan Charity Hearst, 51, 715 N. Compton Pinkle Jones, 11, 2812 Walnut J. D'Illison, 44, 2290 Franklin Jessie Kohand, 81, 7800 Arsenal Carrie Evans, 2, 2707 Mills Eliza Dilton, 24, 1519 Lucas Mimie Brown, 20, 1534 Chestnut. Edmonia Johnson, 47, 3971 W. Belle Fannie Dianesau, 35, 4014 W. Belle Mattie Barloun, 50, 3056 Belle D. Graham, 70, 1406 N. 14th Alpha Kappa's Report Gamma Omega Chapter of the Al Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority makes the following report of the Maplan Anderson Recital, Feb. 11, 1925: Receipts Sale of tickets by members $257.50 Box office receipts $18.00 Cams $4.10 Program Advertisements $20.00 Gross receipts $400.10 Disbursements To artist $125.00 TIS HUMOR STILL By Thes. Atkins As he fell. From you wall; Like a shell. That ended all. Tis humor bill. Be not so jolly; But fooor skill. Than fun or folly. Twas so sad, But kind of witty; Then to add. A sigh of pity. DE. JASPER TAPAN PHILLARS PASSES ILLINOIS BOARD SPRINGFIELD, IL. Feb. 18- Among the fifty or more applicants to-practice medicine in the commonw- orth of Illinois, a colored man, Dr. Jasper Tappan Phillips, was among the successful men and passed with a high general average. Dr. Phillips graduated from Meharry Medical College several years ago. The doctor is at present located in Nashville, Teen., but has a very flattering offer to move to Chicago. Masquerade and Glingham Dress Dance at Pythian Hall, Feb. 24. Yale Bears. Adv. X Though a new world is discovered for a mass of people, we are now standing on the threshold of a new understanding as a great change. We will have a more profound meaning which has been teached by the author. A three years journey by water for a mass of people, his predictions and many marvelous revelations, in book form entitled: Divine inspiration. Previously sold $2.00 per copy. Just a few left at $1.10. Free postage. Williams, Puh cd. 3134 Fraslin Ave. St. Louis, Mo. —Adv A good man is fine but kind of scarcity. A good woman is better and more often, met with "Honesty is the best policy." Yes, but my wife acts on that principle is not honest. FOR COLORED GIRLS Any unfortunate earring girl or woman in need of help or friend, apply to the St. Louis Home of Redevelopment Love, 4510 Earlight avenue. Phone Delmar 1223. REMOVAL NOTICE Dr. Wm. P. Curtis, Physician and Dr. Thos. A. Curtis, Dentist, wish to announce the removal of their offices from 2336 Market St. to 615 N. Jefferson avenue, S. W. corner of Luges. Same Phone, Bountiful 1614. - Adv. Mandolin, Guitar, Basics; Taught at Your Home, $1.00 Per Lesson, Instruments Sold, Exchanged, Repaired and Loaned on Security. Send Postal To Putnam, 1121 N. 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WE HAVE ANY RECORD You See Advertised In Newspapers or Magazines Price of Records 75c SEND NO MONEY PAGE FOUR THEATRES "WHEN MALINDA SINGS" AT BOOKER WASHINGTON, IS VERY GOOD MUSICAL COMEDY Salem Tutt Whitney and J. Homer Tut, supporter by their "Smarter Sat" company at the Booker Washington Theatre this week with their newest show "When Malinda Sings." It's a merry little musical comedy centered on a singer who is ambitious to go on the stage, and is enticed by a cabaret keeper, known as "Tony the Knife," to follow him. The two characters are played by Mable Ridley and Charles Hawkins. The efforts of comedian Whitney and his assistant Joe Purnell to locate Malinda is the humorous side of the play. Tutt finally locates her to the joy of her sweetheart, played by Wilber White. Ia Duncan plays the mother who offers a $10,000 reward. The show is filled with good entertaining features. The curtain rises on a Newsboy's chorus by the girls, the scene being a newspaper office, where Tutt, as the Editor and Edna Barr, the office girl, find hard sailing. The printer's helper, Whitney, and the porter, Purnell take over the management, and it is from here that Malinda disappears. Among the musical numbers are: "Can't Keep the Boys Away etc," by Tutt and the radium chorus; "Back Home in Greenwich Whitney and Purnell: 'You Don't Know,' White and Miss Ridley; 'Spendless Mail From Alcatan,' 'Whitney and Purnell; the harmony misses, Miss Duncan, Ridley and Barr; and several good chorus numbers. "ELIZA MILL-SOP" AT THE BOOKER NEXT WEEK Sandy Burnes and company will return to the Booker Washington Theatre next week with another of high glass shows, "Eliza Mill Shoe." This production has never before been presented here, but it is classed among the best done by this capable company. It requires new scenery, new costumes and everything different in song, dance and comedy. The Sandy Burns brand of a show is a winner here. COLORED FEATURES AT THE GAYETY NEXT, WEEK Colored acts play a big part in Harry Stepple's show at the Gayette Theatre next week, beginning with Sunday matinee. "The Darkkiwn Serenaders" is said to be the greatest of all colored jazz bands, and is appearing for the first time here. Another colored act will be George McClennon, a top notch comedian, and his laughing clarinet, also Maude DeForrest. Okhb record blues singer. The entire show is bubbling and bawdy-comedy, with a host of pretty girls and elaborate effects. The musical and dance numbers were staged by Leonard Harper, the colored producer. Sixteen musical numbers each specially written by most comedians of living births, and staged with an eye and ear to untunefulness and grace offer an inspiring background for a talented company of principals and choristers. House Peters will be featured in "The Tornado," at the Star Theatre this Saturday and Sunday. It was adapted from Lincoln J. Carter's famous emotional melodrama of the same name—it tells the story of a man who seeks to lose his identity and heal the wounds of his heart by terrific toil in the North Woods. His great strength and forceful temper cause him to be known as "Tornado." It is a picture of thrilling secenes. A bridge collapsing into a flooded river carrying with it a train is one of a number of big spectacles. Kevin Novak will be seen in "The Beautiful Sinner," on Monday; and the sensational photo drama, "Cheap Kisses," will be the Tuesday special. Art Acord is the star in "Fighting For Justice," the Wednesday feature. "A Cafe in Cairo," featuring Priscilla Dean, will be the attraction on Thursday and Friday. It is a colorful love tale of a little dancing girl and a young American secret service operator. All the mystery and excitement will be seven into the production. Although her attempts to secure valuable papers from the Americans to aid her foster father in an attempt to overthrow the power of the white man in Egypt, her love for the American finally triumphs but not until both have risked their lives many times. THE JESTAMERE Elaina Hampierstein will be seen in "Baring Love" at the Jestamere Theatre, this Saturday. Rin-Tin-Tin, the wonder dog, is the feature in "Find Your Man," the attraction for Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. The story deals with the arrest of Paul Andrews, an ex-soldier, for the theft of some Government lumber and the murder of his sweetheart's stepfather. Rin-Tin-Tin helps to clear up the mystery of the murder and says his master from a horrible death. It is full of action, thrills, romance! June Marlowe helps the cast in "Neglected Women" will be the Wednesday special. It is a photodramm about married people, which in a new and light vein, tells the truth about me who neglect their wives and wives who want to play. "Married Flirts" will be shown next Thursday and Friday. Pauline Frederick and Conrad Nagel are in this production which tells a smart, modern resilient, half idle social set. The complications, which are many, are said to be handled with great ingenuity. THE GOOD John Bannister and Margaret DeLa Matte are the stars in "When A Man's A Man," the Comet Theatre feature on Saturday and Sunday. It is a spectacle drama of the great west with milles of uninhabited WALLACE: BEERY VIRGINIA VALLI And ROCKLIFFE: FELLOWES In The Greatest Thrill Picture Ever Made THE RETINA THEATRE TWENTIETH AND MARKET ADMISSION ALWAYS 10c and 5c SATURDAY FEB. 21 JACK HOXIE in "FLYING HOOFS" SUNDAY FEB. 22 DICK HATTON Supported By Marilyn Mills and Yakima Canutt With e Horses, "Star" and "Beverly" in "SELL 'EM COWBOY" A Startling Drama WEDNESDAY FEB. 25 HOWARD AUGUSTA The Negro "Lon Chaney" In The Heart Throbbing Play" "SMILING HATE" With AN ALL COLORED CAST and STEPPING HIGH" ALL COLORED CAST COMEDY THURSDAY FEB. 26 The First Nail's Master Drama "CHRISTINE OF THE HUNGRY HEART" STAR SATURDAY and SUNDAY CARL LAEMMLE P HOUSE PETERS MICHAEL CAPULLO GREAT TRILLING VILLOGANA The TORNADO A UNIVERSAL JEWEL PICTURE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 ART ACORD in A THRILLING STORY OF INTRIGUER WITH THE REALISM AND LIFE OF THE OLYM SATURDAY FEBRU WALLACE: BEERY VIRGIN And ROCKLIFFE: FELLOWES I The Greatest Thrill Picture Ever M "The Signal Tow Also Another Western Drama "THE LOSER WINS" CASI SATURDAY FEB. 21 TOM MIX In His Latest Revised Five Reel of Hurricane Action And Suspense. "Adventures Of Tom Mix" SUN In 7 prairie and days of endless riding. A hend-consisting of thousands of cattle figures in the action. "The Price She Pald" will be presented on Monday. Alma Rubens is the star in this drama of modern marriage. A story of a refined, educated young lady, whom circumstances compel to practically sell her in marriety to the highest bidder. Muclyn Arbuckle in "Mr. Bingle," who Wins 'M. Hatt," "Blue Blazes Ravened," and features on Tuesday, Warn Farnum in "The Scuttlers" on Wednesday. Betty Common in "Locked Doors" will be the attraction next Thursday and Friday. The story is one of a beautiful young girl who marries a wealthy architect many years her senior. The marriage is a love THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 1925 BOOKER WASHINGTON THEATRE 23rd and Market MARKET STREET'S BEST- COMET THEATRE AT 21ST ST. JOHN BOWERS, MARGUERITE DE LA MOTTE And FORREST ROBINSON A First National Attraction In 8 Parts ALSO COMEDIES and FOX NEWS SUNDAY-MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22-23 JACK HOLT ERNEST TORRENCE LOIS WILSON and NOAH BEERY In A Spectacular, Epic Motion Picture of the Olden, Golden West of the Texas Cattle Rangers. Also Jack Dempsey in the 10th of the Fight and Win Series "K. O. For Cupid" A. G. John Bowers When A Man's A Man JOHN BOWERS, MARGU And FORREST A First National A ALSO COMEDIES R THE FEBRUARY 21-22 MLE Presents HOUSE PETERS in "The Tornado" Soling cities, railroad trains, bridges automobiles and humanity in its terrifying jaws... The most devastating ternado and flood scenes on any screen sweep on since motion pictures were first invented. A storm of love and hate and passion—wherein the brain and brawn of one man saves a town from certain disaster. Gripping action and thrills throughout the entire photoplay. "Fighting F RIGUE AND LAWLESSNESS, VIVID THE FRONTIER. MPIA FEBRUARY 21 VIRGINIA VALI AWES In Ever Made Tower" Drama INS" SUNDAY-MON JACK HOLT LOIS WILSON In A Spect Olden, Golden V Also Jack L Fight and W INO SUNDAY and MONDAY Buck Jones and In The Very Latest Blast of Drama Country. "THE MAN WHO In 7 Parts. less affair for the girl, entered upon more for the fact of assuring her elderly and crippled father of a com- fortable home than anything else. it has drums, comedy, thrills and all the rest. THE RETINA Jack Hoxie will be seen in "Flying Hoofs," at the Retina Theatre this Saturday. Dick Hatton, supported by Marilyn Mills and the horse "Star" and Beverly," will be featured "in 'Sell Em Cowboy' on Sunday. It 'a swift moving western drama with a strong voice.'" "Smiling Hate" "the heart throbbing all colored cast drama, featuring Howard Aureista," will be the Wednesday special." FEBRUARY 21, 22 Most Powerful Novel man's A Man" A Spectacular Drama of the Great West, with Miles of Uninhabited Prairie Land. Days of Endless Riding and Thousands of heads of Bellowing Dust Kicking Cattle. It is the Passing of the Old West, and the Cattle Kings. WITH UERITE DE LA MOTTE T ROBINSON Attraction In 8 Parts and FOX NEWS EATR MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23 "The Beautiful Sinner" A MILE A MINUTE SPEED ACTION DRAMA A smashing tale of the capture of a band of jewel thieves and the part a girl played in their downfall. Its A. Gripping Detective Story Of the Secret Service. AN UNDERWORLD DRAMA also "The KIDDLE RIDERS" No. 14 For Justice" HAIR-RAISING EXPLOITS, GU 1420-22 Market St. Open 10 a. m., to 11 p. m. Best Ventilated and Most Sanitary Theatre in City MONDAY, FEBRUARY 22-23 ERNEST TORRENCE and NOAH BEERY ticular. Epic Motion Picture of the West of the Texas Cattle Rangers "NORTH OF 36" Dempsey in the 10th of the Win Series "K. O. For Cupid" 1618 Market St. OPEN FROM 10 a. m., TILL 11 p. m. PROGRAM CHANGED DAILY FEBRUARY 22, 23 I Wanda Hawley Dynamic Surprises In The Wild Gold Mine PLAYED SQUARE" Positively First Run On Market St. "Christine of the Hungry Heart" will be presented next Thursday. THE OLYMPIA Virginia Valli heads a cast in "The Signal Tower" at the Olympia Theater this Saturday. On Sunday and Monday, the feature will be "North of 36." Jack Holt is the leading star. In this production a tremendous pioneer cattle drive takes place from the grazing lands in the south to the railroads in the north. It is this drive which forms the backbone of the story and it is during the journey that the future of the Lone Star State is decided; if the casserun reaches the north, Texas will be the wealthiest state in the Union; if it falls, it will be bankrupt. There is Also "Corporal Jim's Ward", a Northwestern Drama. WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 THURSDAY and FRIDAY MONDAY, FEB. 23 IN AN ABSORBING DR MODERN MARRI "The Price She Also "Corporal Jim's Ward", TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 Maclyn Arbuckle In A Heart-Throbbing Narrative of Devotion versus Gretel. "Mr. Bingle" ALSO WM. S. HART In The RE-ISSUED WESTERN CLASSIC "Blue Blazes Rawden" AND FABLES WEDNESDAY William Farnum Supported By JACKIE SAUNDERS IN "The Scuttlers" A Stirring Story Of The Stormy Seas _____ Also _____ "THE RIDER OF THE PLAINS" And Comedies E 14-16 S. JEFFERSON. 10 a.m. To 11 p.m. TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 "Cheap Kisses" A Daring And Stairing Drama of The Follies And Fobbles of the Fastest Age In History. A steady roar of wild parties, clang dine meetings, stolen carresses, youth blinded by wealth, and a woman's devotion! Also JACK DEMPSEY In The 9th Episode of The "FIGHT AND WIN" Series Also 9th Episode "GALLOPING HOOFS" N-PLAY, BANDITS, ROMANCE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Double Program RICARDO CORTEZ, VIRGINIA-LEE CORBIN and KATHLYN WILLIAMS In "The City That Never Sleeps" It's A JAMES CRUZE PRODUCTION Also Another 5 Reel Western Drama TUESDAY FEB Big Boy William In A New Whirlwind Western "THE END OF THE WEDNESDAY RICHARD DIX, JACQUELIN and GEO. SEIGMANN Their Latest Paramount "MAN a cattle stampede in which a girl is placed in a perilous position. "The City that Never Sleeps" will be the attraction of New York daylight. It is about New York night-life, about a mother's sacrifice to save her flapper daughter. "Love's Wilderness" will be shown next Thursday and Friday. It is a drama of love, romance and thrilling adventure extending from the sunbathed plantations of Louisiana, across the blizzard-swept plains of Canada and into the jungles of the South Sea Islands. THE CASINO Tom Mix will be seen in "Adventures of Tom Mix" at the Casino Theatre this Saturday. Back Jones and Wanda Hawley a Mill Sap" FRANK MAYO AND ALMA REUBENS DRAMA OF MARAGE "Be Paid" Could she g marriage of con- did not love and and only man, the toils of an lr Phillips' novel o a Northwestern Drama. Could she go through with it. Forced into a marriage of convenience with an old man who she not love and after the marriage to find the one only man. See how fate released this girl from toils of an intolerable situation in David-Graham Phillips' novel of modern marriage. Mama. And Comedies. Engagement SATDAY FEBRUARY 26, 27 Mille's Paramount Melodrama CKED DOORS If a Wife whom Innocent Flirtation and Became A Serious Family Tangle. By Compson. As The Fashionable Wife and EODORE ROBERTS Us Cigar, Make Their First Screen Ap- one Year. Supported By and ROBERT EDESON Being Love Tangle Unravelled To a Sur- ning Climax, along with lies, Felix The Cat, and Fox News Famous Cremona Orchestra Organ raordinary Attraction Could she go through with it. Forced into a marriage of convenience with an old man who she did not love and after the marriage to find the one and only man. See how fate released this girl from the folls of an intolerable situation in David-Graham Phillips' novel of modern marriage. Extraordinary Engagement THURSDAY and FRIDAY Wm. De Mille's Par LOCKED DO The Drama of a Wife Flowered Into Love and Became Betty C Fascinates As The Fear THEODORE And His Famous Cigar, M pearance In Over One Year. KATHLYN WILLIAMS See this Absorbing Love T prising Breath-Taking Clima Special Comedies, Felix T Music By The Famous Cr Extraordinary THURSDAY and FRIDAY Priscilla D In "A Cafe In Cairo" Wm. De Mille's Paramount Melodrama The Drama of a Wife whom Innocent Flirtation Flowered Into Love and Became A Serious Family Tangle. Betty Compson Fascinates As The Fashionable Wife and THEODORE ROBERTS And His Famous Cigar, Make Their First Screen Appearance In Over One Year. KATHLYN WILLIAMS Supported By and ROBERT EDESON See this Absorbing Love Tangle Unravelled To a Surprising Breath-Taking Climax, along with Special Comedies, Felix The Cat, and Fox News Music By The Famous Cremona Orchestra Organ A colorful story of a fascinating dancing girl who defied the dictates of the Sheik for love of a dancing American. Egypt of the countless centuries, inhabited by the Nile-land of Pharaohs and the minareted tombs of Caliphs-land of mystery and of romance-such is the fascinating setting for this romantic melodrama. A picture to transport you to mystic Egypt—to cast you under the spell of moonlight and this desert—to thrill you with its strange scenes inside barred haren walls. SUNDAY FEBRUARY 26, 27 CORINNE GRIFIFTH, Ian Keith NATIONAL ALL-STAR CAST In The Qft A Girl With Two Husbands 's Wilderness' Louisiana To The Canadian Wilds and In The Malay Jungles. SUNDAY, MAR. 1 in "The Tornado" RIDAY FEBRUARY 27 Big Double Program CHARLES RAY BESSIE LOVE and WALLACE BEERY in The Latest Thes. H. Ince Super-Production "Dynamite Smith" Also ANOTHER 5 REEL WESTERN DRAMA. THURSDAY and FRIDAY Beautiful CORINNE C And A FIRST NATIONAL Story Of A Girl W 'Love's W It Moves From Louisiana Ends With A Crash In The M COMING House Peters in BRUARY 24 ms Turn Thriller EROPE" FEB. 25 NE LOGAN N in FRIDAY CHARLES RA an The Latest "Dyn ANOTHER Beautiful CORINNE GRIFIFTH, Ian Keith And A FIRST NATIONAL ALL-STAR CAST In The Story Qf A Girl With Two Husbands It Moves From Louisiana To The Canadian Wilds and Ends With A Crash In The Malay Jungles. COMING SUNDAY, MARCH 1 HOOT GIBSON in "LET 'ER BUCK" will be featured in "The Man Who Played Square," on Sunday and Monday. It is a story of the mining west and is fall, of dramatic interest with big scenes pilling on top of one another, thrilling fights, realistic whipping scenes and an authentic mine explosion. Big Boy Williams in "The End of The Rope" will be the Tuesday special. Richard Dix heads a cast in "Manhattan," on Wednesday. Chas Ray, Bessie Love and Wallace Beeery are stars in "Dynamite Smith" next Friday. It is a story of unleashed passions; of love and hate and fear that sweeps from the scarlet depins of old "Prisco's barbary coast to the bleak fringe of the world that was Alaska of gold rush ADMISSION PRICES CHILDREN 100 GENERAL ADMISSION 300 RESERVED SECTION 350 BOX SEAT SECTION 400 FEBRUARY 19-20 PROCESSOR DEAN AT A CAFE IN CAIRO **THE LINCOLN** "Tarnish" will be featured at the Lincoln Theatre this Saturday. May McAvery heads the cast in this love drama of a boy's past and a girl's present. Ana Talmadge and Eugene O'Brien will be seen in "The Only Woman," on Sunday. It is a story of a girl who surrenders herself up on the altar of matrimony to save her father from disgrace, then awakes to find she loves the man she married. "Dante's Inferno" will be shown next Thursday and Friday. It deserves Dante's imaginary journey through Hell, where he sees in the various circles and gradations of the nother regions lost souls explain their earthly slims. The picture has been acclaimed one of the most fantastic and entertaining ever made and has attracted widespread atten- tion wherever shown. THE CRITERION "North of 36," the spectacular rom- ance of the days of '67, will be shown at the Criterion Theatre this Saturday. The Sunday attraction will be "Madonna of the Streets." It is a stirring dramatic story of London's famous Limehouse district. Naim-mova, he famous Russian actress, who returns to the screen, after an absence of two years, and Milton Stills takes the featured roles. The very actress is worthful, command, and is said to be one of the most fascinating pictures of the world's most famous Chinatown that the screen has ever held. "Love's Wilderness" will be the attraction next Thursday. Corinne Griffith is the star. It is the story of a young Southern girl who runs away with an adventurer and takes her through scenes in Canada and the South Seas. THE VENUS "Smiling Halo," an all-colored cast drama, featuring Howard Augusta, will be shown at the Venus Theatre this Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. It is a wistful romance, a story of love and intrigue. It is centered on a canteen girl who is kidnapped and attacked by a childer of a gang of high-graders operating at gold mines. There is a seething, tense atmosphere of titanic struggle between two men. Another feature on these dates will be Billy Sullivan in a western drama. "Seeing Red." Richard Dkx. will be featured in "A Man Must Live," on Wednesday, Reginald Denny and Laura La Plante in "The Fast Worker" will be the attraction next Thursday and Friday. On Saturday, February 28, Ben Wilson will be seen in "Notch No. 1," and five acts of vaudville will be offered by "Moseley's Radio Five." THE ROOSEVELT The Roosevelt Theatre program for the coming week includes; Toum Mix in "The Last of the Duanes," on Saturday; Lionel Harrymore in "I Am The Man," and three acts of vaudville on Sunday; Mae Murray in "Mademolele Midnight," Monday and Tuesday; Roy Stewart in "The Love Brand." Wednesday; Amateur Vaudville contest and "The Marriage Market." Thursday and a big double program next Friday. LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 18.—Ernest Morrison, better known as "Sunshine Sammy," started out his latest career on the stage last week in Houston, Texas; with a grand success: The diminutive star quirk the Cinemas when he was refused an increase in salary. Now he is on a vaudeville tour, which will carry him to New York City. Accompanying him are his partner, Harold Bailey, and a teacher, Miss Zenobia Frelson. Sunshine Sammy became famous while working at the Hal Roach Studio supporting Snub Pollard and Harold Lloyd. His first picture was with Baby Marle Osborne. Arbuckle used him after that in the "Sherif" a picture that attracted the attention of Hal Roach. It is, not believed that Sammy is lost to his first love, the silver screen. It will take six months to complete an appearance and older Morrison faces to out any information concerning Sammy, after that time. Sammy and his partner, Harold Bacquet are doing a song and dance turn. The father has also frequently worked in pictures and was injured while doing very important part of the keep in the "Dixie Handicap" for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. He is entirely recovered now and will look out for the business end of the Sammy act. The St. Louis Greys base ball club held their annual meeting Feb. 15 and the following officers—were elected: L. P. Brown, president; J. W. Neal, vice president; N. F. Hardy, secretary and treasurer; O. P. Thomas, business manager and J. A. (Topsy) Gray manager. All players desired a trial with a fast club are requested to report in person, on Monday, February 10 of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22. at 2133 Randolph St. Manager Gray said he is out to smash last year's record of 11 victories and 4 defeats. Former Star Signs to Pilot New Indiana Entry In Negro National League This Season INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., Feb. 18. Officials of the Indianapolis A. B. C. Baseball Club, composed of Messrs. Warner Jewell, John Overton and R. Page, through their secretary, A. D. Williams, announced today that they had made their selection of a manager to pilot the club through the 1925 season. The berth was awarded to Todd Allen, formerly a star with the A. B. C's, the Anglo-German and the American Anglo-German, and has been the manager at Jewell's A. B. C.'s for a number of years. Allen resumed his new duties immediately and has already started gathering material for the new club. Messrs. Blage, and Overton stated that they did not have anything to say concerning the selection of the manager, and also said that they would leave the entire management of the club, mechanical and otherwise, solely to the discretion of M. Jewell, his manager and secretary. The officials of the *Indianapolis* club are old and respected residents of this city and have been playing for 18 to 40 years. They have seen the city grow from a ham JEST-A-MERE "Her Man"—the one she loved was another woman's husband—and she won! International News Pathe Review Comedy COMING COMING SUNDAY, MARCH 1 LILLIAN RICH and CULLEN LANDIS in "CHEAP KISSES" THIS SATURDAY "NORTH With JACK HOLT LOIS WILSON LINC SATURDAY FEB. 21 Samuel Goldwyn Presents Featuring Norman Kerry, M. and Marie Prevost. COMING, SUNDAY, MARC VENUS THEATRE News Comedy COMING MARCH 1 MARCH ANDIS in ISES" With A Whirlwind of "Where the Nu ITER NORTH of MOLT ERNESTE N and N NCO FEB. 21 Presents Jan Kerry, May McAvoy st. DAY, MARCH 1 US TRE SUNDAY, I HOWA ETHEL "S" Pendleton And Finney WAYS GOOD MUSIC BY MRS. THEODOSIA HALL AND HER ORCHESTRA ROOSEVE EVELT ROOSEVELT THEATRE 810 N. LEFFINGWELL NEW GAYETY 14TH & LOCUST - (PLAZA B COLUMBIA B AT LAST—— CAIL HARRY "Black A With HARRY O'NE AYETY THE TAY-(PLAZA BLDG.)-DAIR BIA BURLEY ST——A REAL CAIN AND DA ARRY. STEE A ack And ARRY O'NEAL, VIC C With HARRY O'NEAL, VIC CASMORE, HITE AND REFLOW let to one of the metropolitan-cities of America, and have watched the growth of baseball from its infancy here. Mr. Jewell having operated an independent club for a great many years. The three associates have been operating businesses here for many years and took up baseball this year with an interest in the sport. They have been back on the baseball map. However, no palms will be spared to place a winning club in the league. charged up to boys and girls in the early focus. Runaway marriages a mong very young children have increased at an alarming rate, and the number of suicides because the young could not have their way or something in their little prowess, so the newspaper dispatches relate youth, longing for thrills, will shoot. The moving picture with its long array of marvels rests on the deck. the Children's Court attributes much of showing to the early work. Earnest men in many organizations down into the depth and girls out of it roundings; willing wright-braighter an outfit for the young Perhaps we may It is thought that the signing of Todd Allen as manager will not only strengthen the club's chances but will add strength to the home fans as he is well known and well respected. He will third heed for his mate. The club will train in Indianapolis and will use Washington Park as their home during the season. Headquarters have been established at 1728 Northwestern Avenue, where a shower bath is being installed in addition to remodeling the offices. Is Crime Among The Young On The Increase? Recently there has been brought to public notice report of the National Probation Association, tending to show that Juvenile crime has decreased. To those accustomed to reading the daily papers this would seem of little weight. Hardly a day passes but what there is recorded some crime ST.,LOUIS ARGUS,FRIDAY,FEB.20,1925 THEATRE LOG)-DAILY MAT'S CURLESQUE A REAL EVENT TO N AND DAVENPORT BRING STEPPE IMITATED NEVER F And His Big And White AL, VIC CASMORE, HITE A charged up to boys and girls in the early focus. Runaway marriages among very young children have increased at an alarming rate, and the children could not have their way or something in their little provocation, so the newspaper dispatches relate youth, longing for thrills, will shoot. The moving picture, with its long array of marvels of the screen, has come in for a large part of the deliquency of the present younger generation. It is said that many of the youngsters hailed into court state that they "grew it in the movies." Be this as it may, a few months ago a former New York commissioner of police estimated that fully eighty percent of the youth committed by "drug-store cowboys" youths in short trousers who were created by the drug habit. We return to the negative and positive signs. Diminishing the factor of minor lawlessness by a third, and assuming that the adult factor of one-fifth does not increase, it is apparent—algorithmically at least—that we are approaching an era of slack press. The National Probation Association which is in position to know says that there have been 3,000 fewer cases of delinquent and neglected children in Chicago in the last twelve months than ten years ago, despite the growth in population. Chicago often reports a decrease of more than thirty per cent while Massachusetts reports a decrease of thirty per cent in five years. Justice Franklin · Chase Bort, of NOW OPEN From 1 to 11 p.m. DAILY Admission Always 5c And 10c ```markdown ``` and ERIC ST. CLAIR ly Arranged for the Celebrated Star of and KINOGRAM N 2644 FRANKLIN Best Photo Plays Paramount's Big Companion Picture To "The Covered Wagon". The story of the First Great Texas Cattle Drive and the Fearless Girl who Show- ed the Way. A Thrilling Spectacle, A Stirring Romance, a Living Record c. American History. See the Mad Swift Rush of Thousands and Thous- ands of Frenzied Cattle. OPEN FROM 6:30 To 11 p. SUNDAYS AND HOLIDAYS FROM 2 P. M. UNTIL 11 P. The Great American Love Drama That Gave New York Its Biggest Thrill. Every Woman In Love Should See This. No Man Can Afford To Miss It. MOORE in "SO BIG" DAY — FEB. 22, 23, 24 Early Engagement Pictures Inc., Present the Famous Colored Artist, sorted By O'DERSON, JOSEPHINE TALLY and LORED CAST, In "G HATE" and Patios, Love and Hate, Tears and in "Seeing Red" And Comedy SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21 TOM MIX and TONY, The Wonder Horse, In "The Last of the Duanes" Week Commencing Sunday Matinee FEB. 22 TO ST. LOUIS ING YOU ED BUT EQUALED Revue" AND REFLOW the Children's Court of New York, attributes much of this favorable showing to the various agencies at work. Earnest men and women united in many organisations have reached down into the depths and lifted-beds and girls out of unfavorable, sur- roundings, willing hands. They have wrought brighters and happier en- vironment for the young. Perhaps we may not read the signs of the times alright; may be, after all, there has been no reason for the voles that have cried in the wilderness that the youth of the land was almost beyond redemption; perhaps those prophets who have climbed to the honeysets and made grievous inmentation over appalling persecutions over rising persecutions have been the victims of a strange delusion, yet it is firmly believed that the mathematical conclusion is hardly sustained by individual experience and observation. Something desirite must be done for the youth of the race, something must be done to show the youth of our race that the things of the spirit play an important part in the life of the nation. In other words "along with all the training in arithmetic, language, and morality, we have merely essential a training, in "how to live an honest life." Call it religion or, what not, there must be fewer petting parties, and more teaching about morality. We cannot play with fire without being burned. To the self-reliant there is strength and great joy. A Story of London's Famous Night Life District; of a Fool who Kissed a Woman's lips—and a woman who was Fool enough to let him. A Drama that Brings the Lamp that Only Tears Can Melt. Again The Ideal Combination NORMA TALMADGE and EUGENE O'BRIEN In a Drama of Raging Seas, Fighting Hearts, And How a Woman Made a Man of A Man. "THE ONLY WOMAN" You'll see the finest sea scenes in that you've ever seen. You'll thrill when a mountain of water sweeps over ship decks, when it hits the masts and breaks them in two, when the lines go loose and the ship, like a nauticaloss in mid-ocean. This is the Tale of Picture Norma Ever Made in Her Entire Career. ONE DAY ONLY. AND THE GREATEST SINGING AND DANCING CHORUS OFFERED TO ST. LOUIS IN YEARS NOW BOOKING: METRO-GOLDWYN FIRST NATIONAL AND WARNER BROS.' PRODUCTIONS The Cream Of Pictures WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 The Big Entertainment Picture You've Waited For. "Neglected Women" with SEENA OWEN and A BRILLIANT CAST An unusual photodrama of the problems of a married woman! A poignant and vivid picture of youth, wealth and love! ROMANCE! INTRIGUE! SUSPENSE! Also, Pathe Review Comedy and News TUESDAY ONLY Special Added Attraction SUNDAY — Special — FEBRUARY 'Madonna Of The With Nazimova and Mil- A Story of London's Famous trict; of a Fool who Kissed a Woman woman who was Fool enough to let h that Brings the Lump that Only Tears SUNDAY FEBRUARY Again The Ideal Combinat NORMA TALMADGE and EUGIR In a Drama of Raging Seas, Fighting How a Woman Made, A Man of A M 'THE ONLY WOMAN You'll see the finest sea scenes in a ever seen. You'll thrill when a m sweeps over ship decks, when it hits breaks them in two, when the lines g ship, like a toy, tosses in mid-ocean. This Is The Best Picture Norman Her Entire Career. O Also JACK DEMPSEY'S Late WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25 Special Paramount Feature RICHARD DIX in "A MAN MUST LIVE" The Drama of a man who had To Decide Between Starving To Death or Ruining the Family of the Girl He Loves. COMING, SUNDAY, MAR. 1 "PETER PAN" ALSO COMING "THE GOLDEN BED" SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22 Lionel Barrymore in "I AM THE MAN" Also Jack Dempsey in No. 4 And 3 Big Acts Vaudeville 2 Great B DARKTOWN SERENADE GREATEST OF A Colored Jazz FIRST TIME IN ST. AND THE GREATEST SIN FISK UNIVERSITY, F. A. MCKENZIE AND RIOT GUNS By William PlekRens For the Associated Negro Press. It is time for McKenzie to get out of Fisk. We wonder if he knows it. If he must call in Nashville po- lice and riot guns to keep school, he should respectfully abdicate. According to the press, he had five of his colored students lodged over night in fall in Nashville, where they lynch children. We do not believe that McKenzie is party to the lie that any of these students made any effort to injure any "white" teachers. But McKenzie must have known that if he called in the Nashville police department, lies just like that would be sure to follow. These students were expressing their disapproval of F. A. McKenzie as President of Fisk University. They may have violated school rules in doing that. If so, then the president and the faculty could expel these students. As we write, no reason has been shown for patting these five students in jail, to be abused and bullied by southern officers, or for having Nashville police 'parading about the campus of Fisk University. If those students had even possessed any guns, to say nothing of displaying or using them, you can be sure these policemen would have found the guns. "Suspended *sebences*!" That means that these students were "A woman who can't hold her husband doesn't deserve to have one," the girl said. She went about breaking hearts, until her own was broken. And then she said of her rival: "A woman doesn't have to be intelligent to win a man's love—just unscrupulous." Also LOGICAL LAFS and COMEDY A. Story of Love that Moves from Louisiana to the Canadian Wilds and Ends with a Crash in the Malay Jungles. The story of a girl with two husbands. She was a blonde, beautiful woman. DON'T MISS THIS REMARKABLE DRAMA Are The People of Today Headed Toward Paradise or Perilition? Wm. Fox Presents An Astounding Picturization of Life's Greatest Riddle—What Of The Hereafter? A Speetacle Of Drama and Beauty, Whit RALPH LEWIS, PAULINE STARKE JOSEF SWICKARD and a Great All-Star Cast Pauline Frederick Conrad Nagel Mae Busch Huntly Gordon A Metro-Goldwyn Production in which, all the available stars at the studio appeared in one scene, along with a producer and a director. They represented a salary list of $1,000,000. "A woman who can't hold serve to have one," the girl sailing hearts, until her own was said of her rival: "A woman who to win a man's love—just unsure. Also LOGICAL LAFS." LAST EPISODE OF "GAL First Episode of the NOWing to Length of Program, S FBRUARY 22 Streets' Hilton Sills Night Life Dis- man's lips—and a film. A Drama ers Can Melt. THURSDAY "Love's" A Story of T he Canadian W Malay Jungles. The story of a biologist, but I DON'T MISS FBRUARY 22 nation- GENE O'BRIEN ing Hearts, And Man, "MAN" In this that you've mountain of water the masts and go loose and the m. man Ever Made in ONE DAY ONLY. Test Picture. THURSDAY Are The People disce or Perdition' ing Picturization Of The Hereafter "Dant" A Spectacle RALPH LEW JOSEF SWICK THURSDAY and FRIDAY Feb. 26. 27 Extra Special REGINALD DENNY and LAURA LA PLANTE in "THE FAST WORKER" Being the adventures of a lightning lover who consents to impersonate his clam for business reasons. The greatest rapid-fire series of laugh-tangles that ever happened. Also JACK DEMSEY In An Episode of "Fight and Win" Series "SO THIS IS PARIS" MON-TUES, FEB. 23-24 Mae Murray In "Mademoiselle Midnight", "Riddle Rider", No. 8 And Comedy WED. ROY STEWART in "The Love Brand." "Riders of the Plains" No. 8, and 2 Part Comedy. Big Added A OWN ERS ALL Bands P. LOUIS Mc AMERICA' And H INGING AND DANCING CHORUS OFFERED guilty of no crime, unless it be a crime to protest against F. A. McKenzie and his speeches and meth- ods. We do n't say that these students should be held in Fisk University if they do not obey the president, and if the trustees insist upon keep- ing that particular president; but we do say that the matter can be man- managed without the city police. If the students had been suspended and then persisted in exercising liberties around Fisk the state then should have been called in. But so long as they held the status of the students and were responsible for violating weapons or property, they had the right to "protest" and "dem- onstrate" and violate the order of the school and get expelled for it. This "riot" is just rot. A disorderly student demonstration against the faculty of a school is no riot, unless the faculty is white and the students are black. The white students of no college in the land would stand for McKenzie and his methods for a week. Even the public school students in New York can protest and strike and demonstrate without having riot guns trained on them. We have not said anything about this Fisk muddle before. But McKenzie has certainly killed himself by those guns and policemen. He has been letting it be said that Du. Bois was out to do the killing but the-Nashville police have done Mr. Kenzie more harm in M hours than Why Husbands Go a Reaing old her husband doesn't dea- aid. She went about break- was broken. And then she doesn't have to be intelligent inscrupulous." FS and COMEDY ALLOPIN' HOOFS", Also New Serial "IDAHO" , Show Starts 6 P.M., TUES. — Extra — FEBRUARY 26 Corinne Griffith in "s Wilderness" "Love that Moves from Louisiana to Wilds and Ends with a Crush" in the of a girl with two husbands. She was Innocent. IS THIS REMARKABLE DRAMA DAY-FRI. FEB. 26-27 — Special! Extra!! People of Today Headed Toward Para- mon? Wm. Fox Presents An Astound- on of Life's Greatest Riddle—What ater? ate's Inferno" Title Of Drama and Beauty, Wilt EWIS, PAULINE STARKE BICKARD and a Great All-Star Cast SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28 BEN WILSON In The Sensational Action Play 'NOTCH No. 1' Also 5 Big Acts Of Vaudeville Moseley's "Radio Five" Pretty Girls, Singing, Dancing. Also BALL THE JACK Featuring in "Jealous Husbands" He Will Make A Mule Laugh. THURSDAY FEBRUARY 20 AMATEUR VOD-VIL CONTEST "The Marriage Market" Our Gang Comedy, and News FRIDAY FEBRUARY 27 BIG SPECIAL DOUBLE PROGRAM Attractions 2 GEORGE McCLENNON A'S FOREMOST COLORED COMEDIAN His Laughing Clarinet Also MAUDE DeFORREST Some Singer Of The Blues D TO ST. LOUIS IN YEARS a any other opposition might have done in 24 years. The very fact that he feels weak enough to call in the police, is convincing. How much good can he ever do for students that he must control by riot guns? What students in the whole school will ever have any love for him or even respect him again? Under such a regime Fisk University is no place to make men; it is a place to inspire cowards. Only those pittable features who can be respected or bullied will stay in such an institution. What more can these brown pupils learn there this year? They have learned enough. They ought to be taken home and sent to some other school. And Nashville police who were nowhere to be found when a cowardly mob was taking a Negro lad of fifteen years from a hospital to lynch him—the gallant defenders of society, and the most dangerous student on their own campus, best—to make speeches and say that the white president of their college should resign. What a glorious ally McKenzie called to his aid. FOR RENT—Nicely furnished second floor room for respectable couple or gentleman, in private family. Modern conveniences. Lindad Hill W. 6141 Cook. (4-4-1) American Legion Notes By EMMETT BROWN During 1922 and 1923, veterans suffering from service connected disabilities, were dying at a rate averaging 4500 a year, according to figures of the Veterans Bureau. These are figures that may well give pause to those who are inclined to dismiss all reference to the war, although it is true that the war is over, and is a matter of history now. The casualty list, once scanned with trembling fear each morning in millions of homes, during 1917 and 1918, did not terminate with the terms of the armistice, and is still steadily growing. It grows at the rate of about 15 men, a day—not 15 killed in action, but 15 killed of action plus years' worth. This record points clearly to the way of duty, and the task of relief grows, the list of widows and orphans also increases. If our people but realized that 15 names are being added to the Cassity List each day as a direct result of wounds and suffering of war; there would be no question as to the much needed support that every American Lee would be properly equipped for function properly. A Right of Citizenship A number of ex-service men have been denied the State Bonus, on account of not being able to prove their citizenship in certain states. One of the best proofs of citizenship is the right, and the execution of that right to vote. Thursday, February 26, 1925 will be Registration day, and all men who have not registered or who have moved since the last election should report for registration at the listed polling places, which will be advertised in the daily press. Not being a registered voter has been the cause of many ex-service men being unable to prove their citizenship—thereby being denied the State Bonus. GET BONUS BLANKS Through the kindness of Honorable L. C. Dyer, the St. Louis Argus, will distribute blanks to all former service men of the World War, who desire to make claims for bonus under the recent act of Congress. These blanks force and can be and just for the asking. Notary service can also be had. Why Are The Facts Ignored? For the Associated Negro Press. We saw a recent *Pathe Review* presented in one of New York's nine theaters that cater entirely to col- ored audiences. It so happens that we have traveled back and forth over this land of ours to the extent of about a million miles and have a pretty accurate knowledge of each of our cities. We set with the wife and children of our friends about the fidelity with which the Pathe company had pictured Nash- ville, one of the most beautiful and interesting southern cities. And then, we were dumped into the depths of humiliation to observe pictured as the concluding part of the review, a pair of Little Negro children with a cart filled with wavermelons, and two itinerant musicians as representative of the Negro element of Nashville's population. Oh, Lord, how long will this misrepresentation continue? Seeingly that was all that one third of the city's population had contributed to. One flying over the town to picture Vanderbilt University must have deliberately ignored Fisk University, the oldest institution of its kind in America, and Meharry Medical College whose graduates may be found in every city in America, and not a few whose bodies are interred in France. The stately old capitol is but a block from the Negro business district with its banks, hotels and minor activities, and even white Nashville students, and the faculty of the Baptist Publishing company and the A. M. E church publishing house. Thirty six thousand useful citizens and their activities that contribute to every phase of community life maliciously ignored that the light minded may have something to laugh over, is a too big a price to pay and is not worth no more. No one likes to laugh more than the American, Negro. No one needs the anticipate of a laughter more than we do; but we need a square deal even more. There are nearly six hundred theaters supported entirely by the race group. They are consequential facets of the office total of over half the film industry, but the film producing company profits from the expenditures of these folks. On that basis alone, which is in the money language that film people can understand, if simple justice does not enter, one should expect that in what is presented as an educational and instructive reel would tell the truth. Knowing Nashville, we have little doubt that the characters, presented were posed, for in half a dozen visits to the city, we saw no such characters as we witnessed in the Pathe Review. FRANK MANN Professional Bondsman Qualified To $15,000.00 ALL KINDS OF BONDS 4066 Finney Ave. Lindell 3229 Lindell 5197-W BARNER SHOP RESIDENCE Serves At Any Hour "Necessity of Retirement" He must know little of the world, and still less of his own heart, who is not aware how difficult it is, amid the corrupting examples with which it abounds, to maintain the spirit of devotion unimpaired or to preserve in their due force and delicacy, those vital mind impressions, that perceptions of good and bad instinctive—abbrevence law, which form the chief characteristics of a pure and elevated mind. These, like the morning dew, are easily brushed off in the collisions of worldly interests or exalted by the meridian sun. Hence the necessity of frequent intervals of retirement, when the mind may recover its scattered powers, and renew its strength by a devout application to the fountain of grace. Smiles lighten the path of life. The gum chewing and the cud chewing cow. There's a difference, you will allow What's the difference, oh I have it SPICE OF LIFE An unfaithful steward had embezzled a large sum of money and his employer asked advice from a friend as to how he should be dealt with. "Get rid of him at once," advised Floyd. "Keep him on then deduct the sum from his wages." said *Kim*; "But," said the landlord, "the sum he has embezzled is far bigger than his wages." "Then raise his wages," added Tom. I'm dying by inches, "Ran— Too bad, and my feet are killing me, Say. Robert: "I'd like to see the lady of the house, is she engaged?" GOSSIP Misses Wilma M. Wallace and Hertna G. Wallace of St. Clair, Mo. are expecting mail from all Kewpies new and old. Don't forget "Letter Week" has begun and Sister Susan is anticipating an epistle for publication from each of you. Do not allow the mail carrier to fall to bring me a letter from you. Does the postman ever pass you by? If so, do not permit, him to continue so doing. Put your pens to work and write to Kewpies old and new. Kewpie Dorothy Pennman, 1212 Findlay street, Portsmouth, Ohio, will be glad to receive missives from all Kewpies. Note- No persons who do not send applications to Sister Susan are not recognized according to record, as Kewpies. Any Kewpies wishing members of the organization with whom to correspond may receive names and addresses by request. BOOK LAND Pope has voiced, "Reading make- eth a full man." In order that we might monopolize our time, advan- taneously the following books have been submitted for supplementary reading:—Jack London's "Dutch Courage" and other stories; "The Mystery of the Missing Eyebrows"; by Stephen Rudd; "A Man's Man, by Ian Hay; Conrad's "The Nigger of the Narcissus"; and Sidney Mc- Call's "Truth Dexter." Dear Kewpies: The preceding books to me were very interesting. I am hoping that they will meet with your satisfaction as they did for me. Yours truly, Beatrice A. Roberts. APPLICATION BLANK For Membership of Kewpie Cor- respondence Club Sister Susan. 3003a Dickson St. St. Louis, Mo. I desire to become a member of the Argus Kewpie Club. Name Address Age Birthday City State You will be surprised at the Maridgis carnival at Fraternity Hall. Grand and Pine Bldd. Adv. Out Of The Mouths Of Babes By William Pickens Associated Negro Press In less than a year the Little Brown Habies of the United States have worked for the work of the N. A. A. C. p. between $12,000 and $15,000. In their unknowing innocence they have been wiser than many of the Big Browns. It is a charming experience to see the tiny dimpled hands of these little American people dealing rightly with their own destinies even before they know it. For the fight against lynching and Jim Crowism and oppression will mean more to these very babies than to any other people who are now alive on the earth. Twenty years from now he will be highly grown, and at the present rate of life we will have done much to prepare the world which he will face. It will be easier to organize him than it was to organize his parents. In fact, he ought to become an expert, since he will have started "before he could remember." The Resurrection and the Life is THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 1925 the Bables. Allow the Little Children to come, for of them is the Kingdom of Heaven and Earth. The suckling is not the rear but the head of the procession. In a twelve month a line of about 400 of these little Brownles has brought up as a Hope Offering to Destiny fling some ranging from 15 cents to a total totalling the biggest single contribution the national number of people taken so ransom, ever gave the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. "And a little child shall lead them." ANNOUNCEMENT J. G. STRAWN, N. D. Dr. J. G. Strawn, M. D., announces the opening of his office at 33374 Lacutea avenue, for the general practice of Medicine and Surgery. Dr. Strawn received his literary education at Lincoln University of Mo. and Chicago. Graduated from Meharry Medical College of 1923, serving his internship at St. Louis City Hospital No. 2 and has successfully passed the Stake Medical Boards of Missouri, Kansas and Tennessee. Aside from his profession, Dr. Strawn has been prominent in church, fraternal and civic activities. Telephone Bonton: 2159. —Adv. GILPIN Mr. Charles Gilpin has shambled in and out from among us Chicagoans again. We reflect as we gaze over the grotesque panorama of his struggle in the shadowed past, of his fame, mercurial, fleeting, of yesterday, and of his decline, on the sharp curves which make the careers of many men. We ask ourselves why so many of us are mere boomerangs propelled by our ambitions and directed by our desires. Gilpin hurled forth by Ambition, skirting the throne of Fame and returned to Ambition as that of the variety actor. We have wanted to know of Gilpin as a great actor. Denied the opportunity of seeing him in "The Emperor Jones" we have gone to his performances during his latest visits in Chicago. The first time we accompanied a group of "select" Negroes, Gilpin was drunk and disgusting. He was insulting. Last week we went to Chicago to see Gilpin. We went alone and hoped for those pleasurable chills in the back which the better singing and acting give us. We'll admit we got a few. But my friends ask: "What has Gilpin come to?" It was just yesterday that Chicago paid him homage. Now he comes to us as a part of a very bad bill at a very badly managed theatre, the Grand. We, too, wonder what Gilpin has come to, and why: "White Mule" is the story of a drunkard. As nearly as we could discern, it is the sort of thing which white men or Jews write to propagate among and please Negroes. It is punk. It may be good for Gilpin because the more he might drink before coming on the stage, the more shlpe he could be fit to do what its required of him. He is paid to act as, though he is drunk. But it does not call upon any of his supposed powers. The lines are exaggerated plays upon what is supposed to be in the minds of colored people. And now we come to the point: Gilpin is a great actor whose talent white writers employ. Besides being a great actor, he is reputed to be a great drinker, which if it is so, renders him unit for those ventures which his ability requires. One would say that he has a talent for both talent and we feel the wrong one. He is further from Broadway now than he was in the days when he started. NEGRO CHARACTERS IN RECENT BOOKS NEGRO CHARACTERS IN RECENT BOOKS By Daniel W. Clase Associated, Norma, Press D. Appleton & Company have published a novel by Robert McBlair, which bears the title "Mister Fish Kelly." The author tries in show how much humor there is in Negro life, and claims that the Negro is not his best in the South. The novel is the leading character. Fish Kelly is not at all a masterful man; he lacks initiative, and becomes easy prey to any one exhibiting stronger tendencies than his. He falls a victim to a member of his own race, a little higher up. In fact it is the usual thing that run for so many years in all of our lives, that little babies who had money, and a polished dandy, kind o'skill like, who manages the money affairs. Little, the name of the other man who poses as a lawyer and a preacher, simply uses poor Kelly, but Kelly finally finds him out. Kelly marries and is still an easy vietnam; but the spirit in him and the mind of him is strong, noting that in "humble" slaves can strike a telling blow for his freedom. "Negrolana" is the name of a book published by the Christopher Publishing House ($2.50). It is unique; the name of the author cannot be asserted talien'te; hence a wider circulation if the name of the author remains unknown. The writer is doubtless referred to in the foreword as "Dr. Frank" Current Events AUTHORIZED CAPITAL $500,000.00 UNDER STATE SUPERVISION HOME BUILDING & LOAN ASS'N of ST. LOUIS Organized To Assist You In Buying, Building or Remodeling Your Home, And in Removing Incumbrances Therefrom. We Also Pay 6% On Savings. Write Us For Literature Room 204 Dunbar Bldg. Phone Bomont 2058 14 N. Jefferson PHONE OR WRITE FOR LITERATURE Hello, Ruthie. Mabel, do you know the Negro Press Association is convening here this week? Yes, Auntie I think I saw nn account of it in the Argus. Well, since you know it, Mabel, I hope you will make it convenient to attend some of the public meetings. Of what possible benefit can those meetings be to me, Auntie? Why, I am surprised that you would ask such a question, Mabel. Any one who is interested in race advancement will be benefited. I am afraid you do not realize the power of the Negro Press. Perhaps not, Auntie. No doubt, I had in mind only the by a law scandal carried by a law of our pur. I have seen such articles do more harm to the young anyway, than good. I agree with you, Mabel, but the good that is done by the Negro Press as a whole exceeds the bad that may be done by the few. Suppose you enlighten me a little, Auntie, I am not too young to learn. Do you know, Mabel, that the Negro-Press is our spokesman to the world? Do you realize that it is the only medium through which our group can hope to have all questions affecting our life and liberty presented to the world in their true light? "Tis true there are other pa- who has been a southern educator for twenty-five years, superintendent of schools in a Texas city. The book is a study of racial relations and conditions and aims to contribute to the understanding of the Negro and the supposed problem which his presence creates in American life so-called. There is nothing more important than the chase for library use, and there is nothing that will give it a lasting place in literature. The author expresses his views as to mob violence, is of the opinion that the establishment of an African Republic would be the correct thing, and has the characters committing crimes, the like of, which no person, whatever may be the color of his skin, would come out. GARVEY'S LAST STAND GARVEY'S LAST STAND By. William Pickens For the Associated Negro Press. For the Associated Negro Press. 'Off again! On again! Gone again! Garvey! Garvey has lost his appeal and faces a possible five years in Federal Prison, or whatever number of months they may keep him before they can be convicted. He cannot complain of any undue haste in American courts, so far as he is conquered. They allowed him five whole weeks in 1922 to try and convict himself. Then they gave him several months, in the city jail, in which to prepare his appeal. Finally, they let him out on bail, altho' he had threatened nearly everybody who had disagreed with him, including the prosecutor—and even the impartial, very patient judge. And then they kept postponing and postponing and postponing his case in appeal, until they allowed 'him to prepare his case in a great printed volume of three thousand pages—So that many people, including Garvey, had begun to think that nothing could be done to him. But just as he found on the occasion of his trial in Judge Mack's court that volumes of spoken words could not stay his conviction, so now he finds that in Judge Hough's court volumes of printed words cannot reverse that conviction. Words, words, words, words! They go big in Carnegie Hall and in Liberty Hall, where they are unopposed by facts, that oh, what, impotent things words are, when they are just air or ink. We can be sorry that Gervar made it necessary for his career to end in jail, but we are not sorry to see him go to jail, since he did make it necessary. If jails cannot open for somebody when the ignorant and poor are ruthlessly robbed, then the jails ought to be torn down. The governor of Indiana was sent to the penitentiary the other week—for stealing. The governor of Kansas is indicted on a charge of killing, "washington politicians and New Yorkers," and "sent up" every week for stealing embezzling, misappropriating, de-frauding, grafting, all those "nice" words only mean stealing. Well pera, but it is also true, that we find a goodly number of them too ready and willing to broadcast to the world the bad we do while we find only a few willing to tell the good. Take for example the recent affair at Flak University, Nashville. Had it not been for the Negro Press, there are some who would always believe that there was our own papers, long as we have the unanswerable not-successfully misrepresent us. No one can sympathize with a man who has toothache, unless he has had it himself. Just so it is with the Press. The representatives of the Negro papers are members of our group. They have suffered unjust persecutions, just as we have. They have felt the sting of oppression also. All that has come to us as a group, has come to them. It is simply a matter of having your case in the hands of a lawyer who has been tried and convicted you have. So you see, Mabel, that the Negro Press is the best lawyer we have to present our side of the case, and to plead for us before the Court of the world, and for that reason, we should read and support to the fullest, our press. Auntie, I am convinced that you are right. You have lived longer and more experience and you are in position to give advice. Good-bye, Auntie. then, if all rogues are to be sent to the penitentiary, with the sole exception of those who signal from black people, that would be a discrimination against black people, indeed! And Garvey's career, is no particular-reflection on the race to which he belongs, why some big white politicians and cabinet members in Washington stole more in a season than Garvey could have stolen in all the rest of his life. We believe that Garvey started out about six years ago with honesty about his profession, reasonableness of of ideas. The one thing dominant is egotism and that of any man is that man's greatest enemy. The one thing which no egotist can ever stand is prosperity. Egotism is a disease which grows rapidly worse in a condition of prosperity. We are profoundly sorry--and we fully approve the verdict. LABOR NOTES By Elisha Green For the Associated Nero Press. Labor conditions throughout the north are still in a state of expectancy. There are large numbers of unemployed men, but it is expected that these will be taken up within the next sixty days. There is some demand for moulders in various steel mills, but these men must be experienced: The building trades will begin opening soon. The Illinois Central announces new shops to be built at Paducah, Ketucky, and this will afford for many Negroes who might care for that part of the country. The Illinois Central is about the only railroad that is doing any extensive work this year. The planning department is picking up a line, but not a great desk. The export market is not showing much gain. Most steel mills are beginning to take on men, but these are being taken on slowly and at the present time there is plenty of help already in the north to draw from. Brick yards are expecting to have a fairly good season as soon as the weather breaks, and building starts. There will be a demand for brick-layers and mortar men in different parts of the country. For a skilled man is always strong, although the northern Negro has labor unions with which to contend. It is to be hoped that the new president will try to work out a liberal policy toward the Negro skilled worker. ASPER, Ala. Jan. 21—While Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Messer were sleepy Tuesday night, a thief entered the house, gathered together all the loose valuable he could find and took the quilts under which the man and woman were sleeping. The couple did not awaken. "M.W. T.A.W.C. $----IN PRIZES! WHAT IS IT? Read Race Papers Mar. 14th and Learn! NEW WEST END HOTEL DINING ROOM and Cabaret. 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PETER SUNDAY Table D'Hote Dinner $1.00 Fruit Cocktail Chicken Supreme or Consomm Chow Chow Trout Sauce Tomato Coast Capon Chicken with C Potatoes Asparagus Salad Vinegerett Short Cake or Ice Crea Rolls or Bread and Butter Coffee OPENING NIGHT BUY YOUR FALL AND WINTER SUITS NOW, A1 Wills Denied First Chance At Jack Dempsey Physton News Service NEW YORK, FEB. 18. -- The attitude in official quarters here toward Harry Willis' pretensions as a challenger for the heavyweight title is one of neutral tolerance, was indicated last week when Chairman Brower, of the state athletic commission, the know-it-all, the best individual in the world, Wills the first if any, at Jack Dempsey's trick nose. The "Bronze Panther" will have to take his chances along with the rest of the field, Brower intimated. In doing so he ignored the fact that Willis has had a challenge of two years' standing, filed with the commission, and in consequence should be at the head of the line that forus to be the champion. He preceded by taking this stand in the case of challengers for other championship titles. "I have informed Paddy Mullens that Wills dewl will receive the same consideration that we tender to other challengers." Brower said. "I cannot, however, commit myself in advance about giving Wills a preference over other men. He will have to take his chances with the rest." The chairman would make no statement on the announced plan to bring Dempsey and Gibbons together early next summer and with Wills among the innocent bystanders. He indicated he could not meet the situation by passing judgment on the plan before it was officially presented for the commission's consideration, and he pleased to see in Mullens' visit to the commission the first step in a determined campaign to get Dempsey and Wills in one and the same ring before the end of the outdoor season. Whether those behind the project will be insistent that Dempsey grant Wills preference over Gibbons and others remain to be seen. It is the popular idea that such an attitude would get them nothing at all or even less. It can be written down in very dark ink that Dempsey will meet Gibbons first, if he fights anyone, and Wilts when it suits the convenience of those who pull the strings. **Wills in Willing** Hot Springs, Ark. Feb. 18—Harry Wills, heavyweight, is willing to meet either Jack Dempsey or Tom Gibbons or to participate in proposed elimination bouts for the world championship, he has announced. Delaney Outpointed Estridge Wins Bout When Opponent Quits NEW YORK, Feb. 18—Jack DeLaney, the comedian of Tiger Flowers, who is scheduled to meet the latter, fistic gentleman in a return match, suffered an embarrassment late Friday night, when he was outpointed by a 20-year Buffalo midweight, Jimmy Slattery, in a six round bout. The young Buffaloian's speed and clever boxing skill, in the face of furious onslaughts, enabled him-to outdo the powerful Delaney. While his possible future opponent was defeated, Larry Estridge, New York, colored middleweight, pinned his white opponent, Warnie Smith from Oklahoma, so badly that the latter quit at the end of the fifth round of a scheduled 12-round preliminary bout. Smith is said to have received a fracture of the jaw in three places in the second round. When Estridge caught him flush on the chin with a terrific upper cut. Larry Estridge is one of the leading middleweights in the ring at the pleasant time. Preston News Service PROVIDENCE, R. I., Feb. 18—Tiger er. Flowers of Atlanta, (Ga.), knocked out Rilp Savage of Kentucky in the second round of a scheduled ten- round bout here last Thursday. Flowers shooted Savage twice before the finishing blow came. Associated Negro Press PHILADELPHIA, PA., Feb. 18- At a special meeting of the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission, of which a member of the race is on the board, held in this city Saturday, Theodore "Tiger" Flowers was barred from boxing in this state by the New York boxing Jamaica Kid, whom the Tiger knocked out on Thursday night. In Dayton, Ohiо. Flowers and his manager had been notified that if he competed with a boxer under suspension in this state that he would merit the same punishment. According to the Commission, Flowers and his manager ignored this warning. Dan Hickey, manager of Paul Berlencah, stated Saturday in this city, where the former is preparing for a bout on Monday night, that Berlencah need more experience to meet Tiger Flowers whom the latter was to fight in New York this month. Hence the calling off of the match with the Tiger. In one of the most exciting games of the season held at the Musical Fundal Hall, in this city, the Panthers of this city, defeated the Leoond five, the colored international champions, 36 to 22. The accurate shooting of Captain Campbell, was the feature of the tray; he netting five double-deckers for his team. He had last four and three respectively. Associated Negro Press LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 18.— Dick O'Connell, a local light promoter, has offered Tom Gibbons, the white heavyweight champion to the heavyweight champion of the world if Dempsey retires, a guarantee to light George Godfrey, the giant-race fighter, in this city in the near future. But Gibbons, refuses, saying that "Godfrey is too high." WILLS PUTS IN CLAIM FOR DEMPSEY'S TITLE Preston News Service NEW YORK, FEB. 18—Harry Willis, colored heavyweight champion of the world, announced Saturday night, through his manager, Paddy Mullins, that unless Jack Dempsey signs to meet him before retirement from the sport, he will be unable to claim the title of the world's championship and will be ready to defend the title against all comers. To back up this contention, Paddy Mullins went before the New York State Boxing Commission Tuesday, starting that Dempsey should meet Wills. Following the quietus that had been pushed on the morning of Dempsey would retire to marry Tex Richie, set the wires out for a Dempsey-gibbons fight; the winner of this bout meet Harry Willis. Paul Berlenbach Refuses To Meet Tiger Flowers NEW YORK, Feb. 18 - The Berlensbach-Tiger Flowers match, scheduled for Madison Square Garden, February 26, has been postponed, due to the withdrawal of Berlensbach, Tex Rickard said last week. He did not assign any reason for Berlensbach's withdrawal other than to say the New Yorker would not be able to fight until March. COMMISSION REFUSES TO SANCTION MIXING LOS ANGELES, Cal., Feb. 18.—Preston News Service Boxing in this state received a great setback following the announcement by the chairman of the boxing commission that mixed bouts would not be allowed. Last Wednesday night, a group of managers and producers entered a protest to have the ruling of the commission reversed. For some time it had been rumored that boxing steps would be taken, but not until this final act did those in on the inside give burgee to Ideo-Los Angeles has been one of the leading boxing centers of the country and this action is taken to indicate that the east is now using up all the colored fighters and mixed bouts will continue to be in the lead. Flowers Loses Bogash Bout In Third On Foul BOSTON, Mass., Feb. 18- Tiger Flowers lest his first battle since his misfortune on Delaney bout, here tonight on a foul. The foul occurred to the third round of a scheduled 10-round battle between Flowers and Lou Bogash of Bridgeport, Conn. The fighters were engaged in a furious mixup as the third round began, when Bogash suddenly went down. No one could be sure of the blow that sent the fighter to the floor, but Referee Jerry Moore accused Flowers of having hit his opponent below the belt, and awarded the decision to the white boxer. ADDITIONAL OUT OF TOWN ELMWOOD, MO. The revival of the First Baptist church resulted in six conversions and two restorations. Rev. J. J. L. Cohen officiated the last three nights and preached excellent sermons. Sunday morning Rev. Cattin preached an inspiration sermon with much sympathy and preached Sunday night. Next Sunday afternoon the B. Y. P. U. will have an installation service. Rev. J. H. Cohen will preach Mrs. Mady Torch is on演播.* Mr. George Smith has arrived from Kansas City, Kansas, where he went to attend the funeral of his aunt. ** Send all news of a Cadillac coupe. ** Send all news for the Argus to Ben Catlin. CARUTHERSVILLE, MO. Mt. Mion C. M. E. church held its second quarterly meeting Sunday. The wedding Elder was present. The wedding Guest was present and an excellent sum was raised by the various clubs. Carpenters will begin to work on the C. M. E. parish, Monday, February 16. The Sunday School Club of young men gave an entertainment at the K. of P. Hall for the benefit of the church which was well attended and quite a success. Rev. J. S. Williams of Little stock preached Sunday at 11 a.m. Bertin Sauer of the Miro House. Rev. J. S. Williams and son left Saturday for Harvey, Ind. *** The First Baptist church held services at the usual hour Sunday. Rev. McNewwell delivered an excellent sermon. The B. P. U. was conducted by Mr. Frank Langdon. *** Pennisot County Colored Teachers Association will convene at Washington school on the 26-23 inclusive. Teachers are cordially invited to attend; also all students will receive education. Those on the sick Mrs. America Miller, Mrs. Anna Tillman and Mrs. Shepard. *** Mr. Augusta Miller and Mr. U. U. Wison, pioneers of Pennisot County, passed away during the week. BONNE TEBRE, MO. The box sipper given on the 12th by Stewardess Board No. 2 was quite a success, socially and financially. **** Mr and Mrs, S. L. Townson were Farmington visitors Sunday. **** Mr. and Mrs. George Maul are spending two weeks in Springfield, Ill., the guests of Miss Rih B. Davis. **** Mrs. Sam Lamarque of St. Louis, was the guest of her parents this week. She was accompanied home by her son, Kennith. **** Mr. Honor Townson was a DeSoto visitor Saturday. **** Messrs. Gordon Robinson, Edwin Alexander, Keenith Robinson, Mrs. Sam Motored to Farmington, Sunday. **** Mr. and Mrs. Harry Abushon were visiting in Festus. **** The Missionary society held a wonderful meeting at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Keeton, Tuesday. **** Mrs. S. L. Townson attended lodge meeting at DeSoto Saturday and was joined by her husband and son at Festus Sunday. The Dunbar school observed Lincoln's birthday. The children had essays and poems. The teacher tried to impress on the children the necessity of cultivating a like character. Rev. Houston conducted services last Sunday, which were very good all day. At night the jubilee band rendered music in connection with the splendid remarks made by the pastor in observance of Lincoln's birthday, after which he talked from the subject. "Building character through Christian education," which was excellent. He also gave some timely remarks as to the caring for our girls. Why not take heed before it is too late? *** The Farmington reporter was right in making the statement: "too many men associate with children." Let us be more than mere men. Let's be gentlemen. Mothers, why not cooperate with the teachers in behavior of our boys and girls for the benefit of our children. The general are improving. Mrs. M. L. Boyd is able to be about. Mrs. L. Lillie Matthews is still on the sck list. Mrs. C. Edwards is a visitor here. *** Attention! A festival given by Charity club No. 3, Saturday night, the 21st. All are invited. Money to be raised for the benefit of the M. E-church. Jas. Gill, Jr., captain. *** Services Sunday. Last Lord's day was a beautiful day and was very much appreciated from the fact that the churches of the city report large attendances at all services. ** The Valentine social given at the Second Christian church was very largely attended. ** The Lincoln day program rendered at St. James M. E. church Sunday evening, was a very interesting one and enjoyed by all. ** Mr. John Wilhite, who has been in Jefferson City, for several months, is home for an induline stay. ** Mr. Jack McGuilre spent Saturday and Sunday with friends in Mexico, en route to Springfield. Mrs. R. W. Jackson, Evelyn R. W. Jackson and Bob Reese and Helen Hennett are on the sick list. ** Rev R. L. King, the evangelist, who held a meeting at St. James M. E. church several weeks ago, will preach there in the near future. Watch for date. ** Mrs. Vergie Robinson entertainment Saturday afternoon in honor of her grandchildren. Those present were Little Misses Dorothy Brown, Ella White, Jessie Redmond, Velma and Eda Payne, Virginia, Lauretta Sarah Jane Reynolds and Master Warren Thomas Robinson. A three course repast was served and little baskets of pink and white mints were given as favors to each guest. Media Thomas Austin of Columbia visited Mrs. Austin's brother, Mr. Ernest Thomas who is seriously ill at his home. ** The play, Tempest, Tossed, was presented Feb. 12 at St. James M. E. church, under the management of Mrs. Lillian B. Henderson to a large audience. The net proceeds were over $40.00. ** Mr. W. M. Bassay of Dalton, visited his piece at the School for the Deaf. ** Prof. N. C. Bruce, inspector of rural schools, spoke at Calvary Baptist church Sunday night. ** Mr. James Clark and Colonel Giles Bell are better at this writing. GREENVILLE, IL. At True Vine Baptist church, Rev. Hoffman, a missionary from South Africa, showed pictures of the African country and people among whom he worked. Sunday services at True Vine Baptist church were well at home. Louise Mo, preached at the morning and evening services. The Sunday school attendance was very good. An interesting program was-rendered by the young people during the B. Y. P. U. hour, Rev. W. F. Bailley and Rev. 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The Mission Circle met at the residence of Mrs. John Winfrey last Thursday. *** Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Pennington are rejoicing over the arrival of a fine baby boy on the data of the birth of the great emancipator, Lincoln. His name is Lincoln Preston. *** Prof. H. H. Williams underwent a very serious, but successful operation last Monday. He is at home and doing nicely. *** Rev. G. A. Henson and family and Miss G. A. Hurpinsurpy and family and Frank and daughter and maid, Tallson, last Sunday at Elder Pond farm. *** The Parent Teachers' meeting will be held Feb. 20 at Summer public school. The community is sorry to learn of the wife of Rev. Green, who was appointed to Lodonan charge this year. *** Mr. and Mrs. Nathan Ebery are new readers of the Argus. *** Please leave your items of interest at J. W. Henson's grocery store. Also pay the carrier so the reporter can pay the Argus. *** Mr. and Mrs. Marcelius Met'apl of Springfield, were Lebanon visitors last week. MADISONVILLE, KY Mrs. Mallissa Chandler died Tuesday, Feb. 10. Funeral was held Friday at Sacremento, Rev. A. F. Fox officiated. **** Mrs. Hairy Holloway of Cincinnati, sister-in-law of Mr. John Slaton, left Friday for her home. **** Mr. W. H. Crawford and wife of Alton, Ill., were here for a few days last week. Mrs. Crawford is a native of Africn. **** Batsfield Symcapeters and Bryant's Syncapeted Six of Russellville and Paucuah, Ky., were in the city last week. **** The sick are Measames F. Pollot, Elmora Noel, Plaia Warkins, Emma Norris, Maggie Guggenheim, Messur C. Orkins William Hill, William Hill of Columbia, Ky., was a visitor in the city Saturday. **** Mr. John Singleton of 4817 Champaign avenue, Chicago, arrived Friday and was the guest of Miss Mattie Toldt. **** Dr. E. G. Lester and Mr. H. Nevelts motored to Providence, Monday. **** Mr. Arthur Ligen of Providence, lost control of his car Saturday and ran into the cafe of S. Snuggs. Some men get as tired of being named as some women do of not helping. soccer leagues, tennis tournaments and out of door games, 2,000 attended Bible classes, 1,997 4-fold club meetings 5,650 attended the clubs, banquets, socials, movies and "stunt nites" 137 went on hikes, 30 enjoyed an overnight hike, 55 spent 10 days in camp and 43 learned to swim. To Give Brilliant Program The third anniversary celebration program to be held at Poro Auditorium next Friday is expected to be one of the most unique, inspiring and informing exhibitions ever seen in St. Louis. The special prologue will begin at 7:45 p. m. and will be followed in quick succession by flashes of youthful, intellectual, physical and sororal effect, which would capture the imagination of the dullest observer. Have Fine Leadership Mr. James E. Cook, director of the club; Messrs. W. H. J. Beckett and Wm. C. Moten are preparing the boys for the exhibition. To Mr. James E. Cook and an excellent volunteer committee goes the credit for the wonderful success of the club. The Fleuridville Boys' Work Committee includes Messrs. T. A. Marshall, Chairman; Yancy Henry, A. F. Gearin, J. L. Velar, Paul Mosely, Charles Dupres, L. S Ford, R. E. Osborne and Rev. W. W. Goff. "MUST PRODUCE OR DIE" SAYS MOHAMMED CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE that the colored laborer was by no means a welcome guest even when paying the dues and assessments of the labor organization to which he belonged. In England, where employers were inclined to favor colored unskilled labor because the colored worker was more industrious and reliable than his white confrere, jealousy and irre of the white laborer was aroused, resulting in riot and bloodshed in such important cities as London, Liverpool, Swansea, and Glasgow. And it would not be. Chalcit to prove that the intux of colored labor from the south was indirectly responsible for the Chicago and East St. Louis riots. Must Fight Own Battle The colored American labor con. dition is bound up with the economic condition of the entire group. From the emancipation to the present time the white man has been carrying the colored brother. He has supplied money for schools and churches and has furnished employment to members of the race, and now a period of sixty years has passed and a new generation has arrived. When he has turned his attention to his own people with the result that his services, for the most part, are not required except in the most humble vocations. Mean while, the colored man possessing a sense of comparative responsibility and thrift has accumulated millions which he dormant as far as he is concerned in the banks of the dominant group in almost every city of the union. This money is mainly on deposit at 3 per cent and is earning nothing for the group it is being loaned by white banking institutions to its own group at high rates of interest on short loans for cotton, watermelon, orange and other crops which are mainly cultivated on the hands and by the hands of colored people, who for the most part, are exploited by the white group with the accumulated millions of the aforementioned thrifty but visionless colored depositors. Now, it is quite evident that the economic condition of the colored worker is daily growing more difficult and it is the duty of the more fortunate to release some of its wealth, not only in the interest of the less fortunate but also, in the highest interest of the group at large. This is a new day. Colored capital must get the get,together, cure for the "I don't trust Negro business" infection. "As a man thinks, so is he. Those who have no trust are not to be trusted. There is hardly any skilled occupation in factory, or work shop where colored men and women have not been engaged, and it has been demonstrated that the brain of the Atro-American is as least as good as that of any other ethnic group. Strive For Independence The complaint is frequently made that there is a lack of opportunity. Men make opportunities, not opportunities men. Success has already been made in the profession because the student dared. Is there no dare to take the opportunity of doing prune? The dare will have to come sooner or later and it is better it were sooner than too late. Has the opulent colored three per cent easy money (£)? group ever atopped to consider what would happen should the white group sudden. ly decide that no further colored labor would be employed in its general industries? is it aware that those dwelling in the cities of the east, west and north would be reduced to a condition of faming in a month, and that riot, bloodshed and death would follow its trail from which the self complacent three per centers would not be exempted. Wealth possesses responsibilities as well as advantages. In fact, wealth's chief advantage is the appreciation of its responsibility. A self-respecting race can not be built upon a group of parasites. It must produce. The race which hopes to survive, raising its head independently and fearlessly among the other groups by which it is surrounded, must either: produce or die. F. B. RANSOM ADDRESSES K. C. GRADUATION CLASS KANSAS CITY, Mo., Feb. 16.—Early in November, the Madam C. J. Walker Company opened on one of the most prestigious business corners of this city a branch college of Culture with all modern equipment and highly competent instructors. Announcements of the opening brought students from several different States. After completing an extensive course in the various arts of beauty culture, 12 weeks of daily practice and passing a severe final examination, graduating exercises for the first class were held here last week. A capacity crowd filled every available seat at Ebenezer Church where the twenty-five graduates received diplomas. It was a gratifying picture to see this large group of women seated there, dressed in white, their hair and complexion beaming with evidences of care unto themselves and giving into others, are deeply listening to the Commencement address by Atty, F. B. Ranson, General Manager of the Madden G. J. Walker Mfg. company, who urged them to catch the vision of a larger and more useful life, and commended them, for this, their step toward independent livelihoods. ~Invocation and remarks were offered by the pastor. Theses on beauty culture were read by the graduates, encouragements were of great interest, and musical numbers, appropriately sandwiched in some of Kansas City's best talent, completed the Commencement exercises of this College's first class of "25. ST. LOUIS ARGUS PUBLISHING CO. 2312-14 Market St. St. Louis, Mo. Phone, Bomont 1452 J. E. MITCHELL MANAGING EDITOR HERBERT T. MEADOWS CITY EDITOR and ADV. MGR SUBSCRIPTION RATES One Year $2.00 Six Months 1.25 Three Months .75 Single Copy .05 Advertising Rates Furnished On Request Entered as second-class matter April 6, 1912 at the Post Office at Saint Louis, Missouri, under the act of March 3, 1870. MISSOURI PRESS ASSOCIATION ASSOCIATED NEGRO PRESS NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION Foreign Advertising Representatives W. E. Ziff Co., 608 South Dearborn St., Chicago, Ill. "I am convinced myself that there is no more evil in this present world than race prejudice; none at all!" The most single thing in life now. It justifies and holds together more hasness, cruelty and abomination than any other sort of error in the world." —H. G. Wells. The Argus welcomes the members of the Fourth Estate as patients of this city, driving the week We have spared no pains to make this, your stay in our city, a continuous round of business and pleasure. The citizens generally have joined in with us to make this condition possible. Whatever we have, we will share with you and we will do all in our power to see to it that nothing befalls you to mar one minute of your pleasure while here. So well pleased have the citizens been with your presence, that we here and now invite you to hold your next annual session in St. Louis, the city surrounded by the United States, not east, hardly west, neither north nor south, just convenient to everywhere. WHO WILL BE ENDORSED? It has been announced that the Citizens Council, at its meeting next Monday night, plans to endorse some candidate for mayor whom its members may feel safe in supporting at the coming primary election. We are pleased to learn of their intention to take this step at this time, because it will relieve hundreds of voters who are waiting for the word "go" of their suspense. We, of course, do not know who will be endorsed. We can only suggest the name of the candidate whom we think is best fitted for the place. That name is Louis P. Aloe. We feel that the Citizens Council will make no mistake in giving Mr. Aloe its hearty support not only in the primary, but in following him through the general election. THE PASSING OF MARCUS GARVEY The prosecution, conviction and final incarceration of Marcus Garvey in the federal prison at Atlanta, Georgia, has, doubtless, called for some serious thought by the colored people generally in every civilized country. Discussion of his case has not been a one-sided affair because some have condemned his general method of procedure, while others have approved of his course. While it is true that Garvey found a responsive chord in the hearts of many by his abuse of others, yet he unfortunately made the mistake by carrying that thing too far. The strongest argument that he could possibly make against his own honesty was his condemnation of everything and everybody who did not agree with, and follow him. His chief argument was that all the ministers were hypocrites; all newspapers, except his own, were hirelings, and dishonest; other organizations were fooling the people and his, the Universal *Négro Improvement Association, was the only genuine one that could be trusted. These bold, daring and unscrupulous statements, not once, but continually, caused the eyes of all those thus accused to turn their attention toward his conduct. They commenced to seek to find out if his garments were immaculately white. The results were, it was found, that the beam was in his own eyes while he was clamoring to all the others to remove the mote from their eyes. There was no conspiracy on the part of others to condemn Garvey. It was a natural result. Take the case of any person who assumes leadership and pictures everybody and everything wrong but himself, and you will see that public opinion will cast a suspicion on him that will require almost angels to remove. Garvey had his chance. If he had put as much energy in real constructive work as he did in abuse of others, it would be quite different with him to-day. He, like most of us, has made a serious mistake, but his differs mostly in that no one can offer him any advice unless it agrees with his own idea of things. We would not say a word about this matter even now, were it not for the fact that many are they who are the sufferers because of his conduct. They are disappointed to see him enter the prison with a five-year sentence over his head. But that is not all; the worst is yet to come; a life sentence is awaiting him as soon as he is released from prison, in the form of "speedy deportation of an undesirable." He will, of course, appeal to his followers for money, more money. He will appeal as long as they furnish the money; but Garvey knows, if he reasons at all, that he will be deported as soon as he is released from the federal prison. There will be those who will scout at the idea of deportation. They will say it is the false propaganda of his enemies, but these same people said he would never be convicted, and if he were, he would never serve a day in a federal penitentiary. Is it not best, therefore, that the people should know what will be his fate? We speak of his deportation as the natural result of Garvey's own short sightedness. He, alone, is to blame while his followers are to be pitied. There seems to be, just now, some disturbances among some business enterprises, operated by our people, which threatens to shake the confidence of some of the members of the race. There is no cause for alarm under the circumstances, as far as we have been able to judge. This is especially true of St. Louis. We here have the most wonderful opportunity for expansion in the business world. We have not scratched the surface along some business lines, hence, the call, "Go Forward" is quite appropriate at this time. The Republican City Central Committee is standing back to see which way the voters are going in the coming primary mayoralty election. That, in itself, shows who is boss. What wonderful, wonderful power we have, if we only knew it. Our status reminds one of the picture "Sleeping Beauty." What about the Citizens' Council? Yes, this is the question we should like to have you answer by asking, "what about number one?" We often find that when we see so much fault with everything and everybody, there is a great danger that the trouble lies at our own door. PAGE EIGHT The St. Louis Argus PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY THE LUIS ARGUS PUBLISHING 2-14 Market St. St. Louis, I Phone, Bomont 1452 SUBSCRIPTION RATES Advertising Rates Furnished On Request and-class matter April 6, 1912 at the Post Of- act of March 3, 1870. MEMBER ASSOCIATION ASSOCIATE NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATE Foreign Advertising Representatives F. Ziff Co., 608 South Dearborn St., Chicago RACE PREJUDICE! advanced myself that there is no more evil the prejudices, more of all! heilers deeply it is the worst single thing he holds together more baseness, cruelty and sort of error in the world." —H. G. Wells WELCOME PRESS MEMBERS welcomes the members of the Foy is city during the week. g at this time has been quite a s saw the fact that this is the first held north of the Mason-Dixon line pared no pains to make this, your s round of business and pleasure. joined in with us to make this c we have, we will share with you to see to it that nothing befalls you pleasure while here. based have the citizens been with and now invite you to hold your ne is, the city surrounded by the Urit ist, neither nor south, just WHO WILL BE ENDORSED? announced that the Citizens Council may night, plans to endorse some of its members may feel safe in super election. It was asked to learn of their intention to because it will relieve hundreds of wives word "go," of their suspense. It was, do not know who will be endowed the name of the candidate whom we place. That name is Louis P. Aloe. Council will make no mistake in giving not only in the primary, but in general election. THE PASSING OF MARCUS GARVEY, institution, conviction and final incarceration, one federal prison at Atlanta, Georgia, for some serious thought by the ordinary civilized country. Of his case has not been a one-sided denomination his general method of proved of his course. True that Garvey found a responsive by his abuse of others, yet he made by carrying that thing too far a best argument that he could possibly was his condemnation of everything not agree with, and follow him. He all the ministers were hypocrites; all the hirelings, and dishonest; owing the people and his, the University, was the only genuine one bold, daring and unscrupulous usually, caused the eyes of all those attention toward his conduct. The out if his garments were imminent, it was found, that the beam was clamoring to all the others to eyes. No conspiracy on the part of others is a natural result. Take the case of leadership and pictures everybody self, and you will see that public opinion that will require almost angelic his chance. If he had put as much work as he did in abuse of others he would as he did in abuse of others he to-day. He, like most of once, but his differs mostly in that not unless it agrees with his own idea not say a word about this matter yet that many are they who are the product. They are disappointed to say a five-year sentence over his head first is yet to come; a life sentence is released from prison, in the form undesirable." Course, to his followers for appeal as long as they furnish the if he reasons at all, that he will released from the federal prison-scoff at the idea of deportation. The apaganda of his enemies, but these never be convicted, and if he were, he a federal penitentiary. Is it not he should know what will be his fate of his deportation as the natural sightedness. He, alone, is to blame for pitied. GO FORWARD has to be, just now, some disturbance, arises, operated by our people, which evidence of some of the members of the cause for alarm under the circumstances able to judge. This is especially easier have the most wonderful oppose business world. We have not served the business lines, hence, the call, "Cite at this time. American City Central Committee is st the voters are going in the coming That, in itself, shows who is boss. Furderful, wonderful power we have, in reminds one of the picture "Sleeping at the Citizens' Council? Yes, this THE ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 1925 MUSIC, ART, DRAMA AND LITERATURE By RICHARD JACKSON ANOTHER'S POINT OF VIEW It is good occasionally to consider the reactions of the contentions con- sidered in the text or of things relative to the arts which appear in this column every week. The following article as taken from the Pittsburgh American of February 7. It refers to an item appearing in this column 'January 31 under the title "Worth Developing." "Demoralizing Diversions" (From the Pittsburgh American) Last week, one of our contemporaries commented intelligently and voluminously concerning the need to be intelligent and artistic lines. We read the discourse with mingled feelings of hope and fear because we realized that every word of it is true. We are brought face to face with a condition one against which remedial measures should be undertaken at once. It is true that we are virtually just about sixty-five years removed from barbarians; we will grant that we have made wonderful strides to work developing our conditions generally in fact, we point proudly to a race in the world; but we also submit that in spite of the large numbers, possessed of training in and through the country's institutions of higher learning, all too frequently, there are those among them who seem not to know the value of what they have received during these four years within the college, walls. They seem not to know how to use them, and they seem not to know it. In connection we are reminded of the old saw. "You can take the boy out of the country, but you cannot take the country out of the boy." Our point is: How can we expect the masses to do what the classes should do because of their superior mental attainments, but will not do. The ploratarian looks to the intelligence for the example, and finds him—not where by all the laws of reason and logic, he should be found—but finds him following the same low brow pleasures and diversions of a civilization at the beginning of its first stage of development. As a people, we are great imitators; we are living examples of "keeping up with the Joneses" and if the Joneses" make the proper display and use of their intellectual and artistic tastes, instead of sinks into the depths of licentiousness and demoralizing diversions, we venture to say it will only be a matter of a few years, until our Caucasian brother will be willing to meet us halfway on the "Great Question." The Rise of the Spiritual Nothing in the artistic development of the Negro has been so amazing as the acceptance of the "Spiritual" "Plantation" or "Soul Songs" as you may be pleased to term them, for they are all of these. The Negro song is a musical song as hymns of faith in ultimate Divine deliverance from the cruelties of the Southern serfdom the songs have ascended to the pinacle of the temples of music in the land of their birth and abroad. When the first singers went north from Fisk University, in Tennessee to raise funds for the support of the institution it was difficult to get them a pearl. The announcements of their concerts were mocked by Jehovah's Witnesses' courage in the face of discourage and unbelief they were victorious after their first audiences had listened to the plaintively beautiful songs of a recently liberated people. Following their American success the "Fisk Jubilee Singers" song for royalty in Great Britain and on the Continent of Europe repeating their American triumph, Hampton, Tuskegee and other Southern schools, devoted to the education of the missionary toward the education of the North and collected millions of dollars for their respective alma maters. Opposition to the growth of the "Spirituals" was not offered alone by Caucasian auditors, for Negroes themselves, often foolishly raised strenuous objection to their being sung in the metropolitan centers, terming them "Uncle Tom" songs. The inconsistency of this was evidenced particularly in those churches which sang, as the late Dr. Watson, of the A.M. E. Church, was pleased to term them, "funeral dirge." The doogeler versification and the monotony of the music supplied were not to be compared to the simple harmonies of the soul songs. In 1892 Anton Dvorsack, white, the distinguished Bohemian composer, was called to New York to become the director of the National Conservatory of Music. Dvorsack believed that a national school of American music would be founded upon the folk music of the Southern United States, and that he would prove his theory he wrote his famous "New World Symphony" in the largo of which he introduced a theme played by English horn which suggests the negro melody "Massa Dear." Quite a step from the one-room cabin and the fields of the Southland to a motif for the highest form of orchestral composition. Negro composers have also done their share to refine and preserve the heart songs for postity. Burleigh, Dust, Cook and scores of others have produced works that will always have a place in the libraries of the United States, and includes these songs on every program and with his marvelous voices gives them a reading that has evoked magnificent tribute from audiences everywhere. Very few concert singers omit one or two Negro songs from their repertoire and the demand for Negro Glee Clubs to sing these songs exceeds the supply. Baltimore has not been backward in recognizing the Spiritual The Mormon Club and the Mormon Singers, Tensoon Singer, Centenial Club, Acadian Club and Quartette of Macedonia Church have been pronounced the peers of similar organizations anywhere. So highly has Peabody Institute thought of these melodies that an entire program of Negro Folk Songs will be presented to teachers of the faculty next month. Much interest was created among musicians of our group when it was announced that Henry K.-Hadley's Geographic Symphony would be presented by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra at the Lyric last Sunday. This interest was especially acute, for of the four movements of the symphony, North, East, South and West, the third is based on a rolllicking Negro character, which of course goes to symbolize that the Negro's music is the representative music of all that portion of the world that may be regarded as South. From the rice fielda to a place on the world's most carefully compiled programs, is a stride not to be neglected. Who knows that America will not awake one fine morning and find Dvorke's orchestra to meet it.—By Kennard Williams. Good To Think About "In Washington a group of young people have organized a theater: The Renaissance Art Players', and their productions will be staged in the auditorium of the Myrtilla Minor Normal School. Mr. Nathaniel Gray is the director and Mr. Albert Knarl is assistant director. The entire group consists of the following well known Washingtonsians: Alston Burleigh, Jennings Newsom, Barrington Guy, Bernard Pryor, Newman Evans, Bryan Webster, Alkie Christman, Beshart, Williams and Thelma Watson. "On February 20, they were scheduled to produce the "Yellow Peril", a one act play by George Schuyler, which appeared in the January number of the Messenger. Here is a good example for other Negro communities." The above paragraphs are excerpts from the February issue of the Messenger. They bear a timely message. Their information may not be of first hand interest to the citizens of St. Louis, but their suggestions should cause a good deal of thinking. It is rumored, however, that members of the Urban League Players, who are well known through the wonderful plays they stage annually, and others are considering the organization of a company to be known as the Community Players. Urban League Now Located At 615 N. Jefferson Ave. The Urban League of St. Louis, is now located in its new quarters at 615 N. Jefferson avenue. The present arrangement is much more satisfactory both from the point of view of the Urban League and the thousands who are served through its Employment Department and other activities. The offices of the Executive Secretary. Employment Department and staff workers are located on the first floor, the three rooms on the south side of the hall being used by the Employment Department, with separate waiting rooms for men and women, and a large general office for the Employment Staff. A large room on the second floor will be used for the activities of the Neighborhood Department through its several neighborhood clubs and other community projects. The Urban League will now enter upon a program of expansion of all of its activities. The new address is 615 N. Jefferson avenue, corner of Luces avenue. The new telephone numbers are Bomont 3820 and Bomont 3821. Friends of the Urban League are invited to inspect the new quarters. Negro Welfare Organization Deserves Support Of State B. Special Correspondent JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Feb. 17. The colored citizens of Missouri are watching with much anxiety to sue who their friends in the $3rd General Assembly are. Sinister influences are at work among some of the colored citizens of the state. it is said, to have the Commission abolished. It is thought by leaders of both parties that their efforts will be in vain. Her party, it is, thought, wishes to go on record as slapping the Negro at this time; the results may be far reaching at the next objective. The Commission has done exceptionally well considering the small appropriation which was only $600,000* for the biennial West Virginia, Michigan, Pennsylvania, and other states have given their Negro Welfare Boards greater support than Missouri. The chief need of Missouri's Commission is greater support with adequate appropriation with which to operate. The Negro migrant is crowding into the larger cities of Missouri where housing and living conditions are neither conducive to good health nor to good morals. This organization should have a corps of workers in St. Louis and Kansas City so that the migrants who desire could be sent immediately to the farmers of Missouri who need their help. Commission is Logical Representative of Race The Negro Industrial Commission is the logical representative and chief agency of the Negro race in Missouri; it has gone on record from time to time as making a fight for better schools and living and working conditions for Missouri's colored citizens. The organization has assisted hundreds of colored soldiers in filling proper bonus claims, assisted widows in securing appearances before the Commission for Blind in the case of worthy applicants in addition there to many homeless Negro children have been placed by this organization co-operating with the Children's Bureau of the State Board of Charities and Corrections. The Commission Office at Jefferson City is the headquarters for business and professional members of the race who happen to be in Jef. City on business—if it were not for them, the ladies and gentlemen of the race would be forced to wander up and down the halls of the Capitol or meet in private residences. Our chief need now is to get other appointments for our people and not to lose any. Any people who would advocate the abolishing of a Race enterprise is a traitor to the Race. The Two Millers What a man says and what he does in the every day course of events show more accurately what he thinks and how he feels toward a given proposition than anything he may say or do in reference to the same when he is seeking political office. Let us measure Victor J. Miller, candidate for mayor at the coming Republican primary, by this rule. What is his real attitude toward colored people? Is it to be measured by what he says and does in this campaign? Or shall we determine it by his actions in the past when he was not seeking public office. During the meeting Mr. Miller headed the Board of Police Commissioners, city, the paneat celebrating the 100th anniversary of Missouri admission to the Union as a state, was held in this city at the Collsum. Dr. Amanda Grey, who was Secretary of the Wheaton Branch Y. W. C. A., purchased a ticket and, in company with another lady, went to the Collsum. The usher refused to seat them in the section called for by their tickets because they were Negroes. Protest was made by her at the box office, and while she was complaining of the treatment which she had received, a police officer, who had been summoned, rushed in and pushed her out of the building, causing her to fall on the pavement. The officer dragged her from the Washing ton entrance entrance to the east side of Jefferson avenue cursing and abusing her all the while. The patrol wagon was called and she was placed therein and was started toward the 5th District Police Station but was turned loose on the way. Charges, supported by affidavits, were filed against the officer and the facts were presented to the Board of Police Commissioners at a hearing attended by more than fifty reputable citizens. Mr. Miller presided at this hearing. The evidence was presented and the Board went into executive session. The officer was not even reprimanded. Another Incident While Miller was still head of the Police Board, a drunken police officer ran amuck at the corner of Lawton and Jefferson avenues, indiscriminately searching all Negroes who passed. Other officers were called from the District upon arrival, they found the drunken apprehended flockishing his revolver after having discharged it several times. He was too drunk to give any coherent statement concerning his actions. Charges were filed, supported by affidavits, and a hearing was held. Mr. Miller presiding. This officer was also ex-operated. We believe that the above incidents show the real attitude of Mr. Miller toward Negroes. He was president of the Board, and in both instances the parties were heard with indifference. The fact that the complainants were Negroes should have made no difference, but it did. Imagine similar treatment to a secretary of the white Y. W. C. A. if you can. "Treat 'Em Rough" It will be remembered that, while President of the Board, Victor Miller issued instructions to the police officers to "Treat 'em Rough." Doubtless these brutal officers were following these instructions, as they understand them, in their treatment of Dr. Grey and other Negroes. To these instructions from Dr. Miller may experience of the colored man who takes in his own machine in front of his home, early one morning, waiting for his wife and a party of friends to start upon a touring trip, was assaulted by the police and so badly beaten that the trip had to be abandoned. Dr. Voter, how does Miller, the Police Commissioner, cooperate with Miller, the candidate for Mayor, HOMER G. PHELLIES. Preston News Service. YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio, Feb. 18. The Rev Leroy Meyers, pastor of Presbyterian church at Struthers and six church elders have been asked to resign by the Mahoning Presbytery it was revealed last Friday that the Rev Meyers announced he would be defended would remain as pastor. He decided to affirm or deny that he had been elected cyclops of the Mahoning Ku Klux Klan. Officials of the Mahonong Presbytery announced that dissention has arisen in the church at Struthers on account of the activities of Rev. Meyers and the elders in the klan. It is said that 170 members of the church oppose the proceedings with are opposed to him. It is expected that court proceedings may be resorted to in an effort to oust the pastor and elders. COLORED COLLEGE MEN IN MEET AT WASHINGTON U. Three colored representatives met with the Missouri Student Volunteer Conference; at Washington University, February 13, 14 and 15, Mr. O. E. Finley, Dean of Men of Lincoln University, Mr. Frank Harris, a student of Lincoln University and Mr. Anderson, a member of the Summer High School Various problems confronting the students of the nations were discussed. Speakers were present who bore the greetings of students of other countries and Nations, Mr. Anderson-suppe Sunday afternoon at the closing session. He emphasized especially the heroic efforts being carried by the students of the world to know each other, break down the superficial barriers which now exist. In expressing his opinion of the Conference, Mr. An- Dr. Terry M. Hart, Dentist WISHES TO ANNOUNCE THE REMOVAL OF HIS DENTAL OFFICES TO THE S. E. Cor. Jefferson and Franklin Ave. Over the ECONOMY DRUG STORE. Omniplex Jefferson Bank Office, Romont 2008—PHONES—Res. Del. 5242-W HOURS: 8 to 12 and 2 to 8. Sundays By Appointment. derson stated, "such meetings as the Missouri Volunteer Conference had to do is a tremendous amount of work," the king of "the so-called race problems." A POEM Wm. L. HUSSEY Mr. Aloe is a good business man well qualified to hold the position as mayor of our city. Knowing his past record as we all do. I say to you, make no mistake, take no chances, do or I will do, from this day on sing loud for Aloe "He's the Man" Following are two verses of song dedlicated to Mr. Louis P. Aloe. HE'S THE MAN Good people, will you hear the call? It's time to clean our City Hall. Well do it now and do it right. He is the move and win the fight. The way is straight, the track is clear. Why hesitate, we have no fear. With victory right in our hands. Take Aloe, boys, for he's the man. That same old song grows stale to me. To win this time you must keep me Shrewd men vote they think a lot. And this campaign will be red hot. But what about that sign ahead? March on my friends, be not afraid! The magic K—will fall to stand. Watch Louis P. Aloe, he's the man. THE SIXTH WARD WOMEN WILLING WORKERS' CLUBS THE SIXTH WARD WOMEN WILLING WORKERS' CLUBS Those that did not attend the party on last Thursday, Feb. 12, at headquarters, 2233a Market street, missed a treat. Refreshments were served in abundance. Good music all free. Wednesday night, Feb. 18, at their headquarters, a mass meeting was held. All candidates were invited. At the close of the meeting, Mrs. Gertrude Williams, president, said she felt sure the members had been benefited so much that they are now at work with Ernest Patillo, chairman of the Aloe 6th Ward club, canvassing for pledges in the interest of Aloe. We know where he is. Gerrtrude Williams, president; Dixie Beasley, vice president; Mabel Campbell, secretary; Notle Smith, treasurer. PA. WHITES WOULD SEIZE MODERN COLORED SCHOOL PHILADELPHIA, Pa., Feb. 18.—An effort is made here to take the modern BHl School in German-town away from colored children and give it to the whites of the neighborhood, mostly Italians, who have been attending less prosperous schools. Hill School is one of the city's finest, elementary schools. Colored children have been attending it exclusively since 1900, at which time it was a frame structure. Now it is thought a pure act of empathy and selflessness that the board of education should seek to scatter the colored children about in schools attended mostly by foreigners, and to put whites in the Hill School. The colored citizenus presented their objections to the intended transfer through petitions signed by several thousand persons. As a result the board has agreed to reconsider the matter of changing the schools. Y.W.C.A. ANTHEM CONTEST WON BY COLORED GIRL PHILADELPHIA; Pa. Feb. 18.—A song that every Y. W. C. in the country will sing as a national anthem has, been written and composed by Miss Marion Virginia Turner, a young colored girl of this city. Her song was unanimously chosen winner in a contest between the women of the eleven local Y. Ws. Miss Turner is a junior in the Girls High School, and receives training at one of the country's leading conservatories. She is the daughter of Dr. John P. Turner, a well known physician and former Howard U. Instructor. POOR HOUSING CONDITIONS ARE REVEALED IN GARY GARY, Ind., Feb. 18—An investigation of the housing conditions conducted by the W. C. T. U., an women's organization of the Y. W. C. A., revealed that the Negroes of this city have sorely inadequate housing provisions. Miss Abernathy in making a report of a survey recently conducted by the W. C. T. U., stated that dwellings obtainable by Negroes are scarce and are forced to be crowded. In one place, she said she found a young girl and ten men living in a single room. Many colored homes were found to be without sufficient lighting facilities. Colored dwellers were also found to be paying double the rent that Miss Abernathy stated that the miscra- housing condition in Gary will be attacked through a bill, which will be presented to the state legislature. Torchlight; R. P. Rhodes, Philadelphia Tribute; R. D. Hill, National Baptist Publishing Bureau; J. H. Holmes, Mehary News; A. A. Thomas, St. Luke Herald; Dr. Chas. Phillips, Jr. Kappa Alpha Psi Journal; Henry Boyd, Union Review; Miss Boyd, Union Review; Mrs. A. E. Tittle, Junior Quarter; J. Willis Cole, Louville Leader; B. J. Davys, Atlanta Independent; D. R. Games, Mosaic Gulde; D. L. Gorman, Arkansas Survey; W. S. Ellington, S. S. Pub, Board; J. L. Harding, National Baptist Publishing Board. CHAS. A. SHAW, STANDARD LIFE, OFFICIAL, RESIGNS Associated Negro Press ATLANTA 'Ga. Feb. 18—An nouncement has been made of the resignation of Charles A. Shaw as assistant secretary of Standard Life Insurance Company, to become effective March 1, and of his acceptance of the home office management of the National Benefit Life Insurance Company of Washington, D. C. Mr. Shaw has been connected with Standard Life for a period of ten years and is regarded throughout the country as one of the most efficient office executives of our group. In addition to his contribution to the business life of the city, he has taken quite an active interest in the civic and religious life of the city, being the Senior Warden of St. Paul's Episcopal church and a Director of the Leonard St. Orphans' Home, Anti- Tuberculosis Association and several other civil bodies. OPEN $70,000 SCHOOL OF MUSIC IN CHICAGO GHICAGO. Ill. Feb. 18. It is estimated that the new home of the National University of Music, colored, which opens here February 20, cost over $70,000. The building is an imposing Grand boulevard mansion which was recently acquired from Hon. Thomas Carey, millionaire brick manufacturer. He vacated the place about one year ago. Representatives of the Chicago Musical College, white, will attend the opening of the National University of Music. It will be the first time that the leading white and colored musical instructors of Chicago have ever met together on such hearty co operative basis. $35.000 HOSPITAL GIFT TO NORFOLK COLORED NORFOLK, Va. Feb. 18—A memorial that shall ever dwell comprehensively in the eyes of Lovers of humanity, is the new Grandy Annex Hospital, a colored unit of the white Protestant Hospital of this city, which was completed last week at a cost of $55,000. The donors of the new annex are Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Grandy, Sr. (white). The Grandy Annex will be devoted exclusively to the care of colored patients. It is a fine fire-proof brick structure with accommodation for 30 beds, and having all of the latest improvements. DR. HOOD SAYS COLORED LABORER WILL NOT FIND AN UTOPIA IN AFRICA DR. HOOD SAYS COLORED LABORER WILL NOT FIND AN UTOPIA IN AFRICA Associated Negro Press HALDELPHIA, Pa. Feb. 11—"Liberia is a new eror. Newsworth states Dr. Solomon Porter. Hood, United States resident minister and consultual to the Republic, "and would welcome farmers and give them land to cultivate. But it does not require the laboring man like those who migrate from the southern part of our country, because in Liberia American immigrants who come in numbers would soon find themselves stranded. "The fact that the Liberian republic is considered to be under American protection has probably prevented the European colonial powers—who control most of the rest of Africa from encroaching on Liberian territory. The Liberian republic has always remained in friendly relationship with its powerful neighbors. "I would be recruit to my trust to my own country and the country I am accredited to if I gave any encouragement to such ideas as fostered by Garvey. The colored laborer is better off in the United States than elsewhere in the world and it would be unjust to the immigrant as well as the Liberia to lead him to be lieve that he will fill an Utopia in Africa." Mr. Hood, who was appointed to his present post in Africa by the late President Harding three years ago, is on a leave of absence in the United States and expects to return to Liberia about the middle of this month. According to his statement Liberis is in need of professional men, economists and business leaders, and it could also use a supply of mechanics and other skilled laborers. But it has enough common labor to supply the demand. An empty title comes high, but many a silly American helgess feels that she must have it. Yes, Clarence, there are workers and workers. One class makes a specialty of working the other class. PROMINENT CITIZENS ENDORSE LOUIS P. ALOE FOR MAYOR We. The Undersigned Citizens of St. Louis; Believing in the Efficiency, Fitness and Sterling Character of Louis P. Aloe; Endorse and Pledge Our Support of His Candidacy For Mayor Of This City: PART TWO CHAS. TURPIN, Chr. ERNEST L. HARRIS REV. O. MAYWELL REV. S. A. MORELEY DR. CHAS. E. HERRIOT REV. R. HERRIOT REV. Wm. C. BRIDges REV. J. K. PARKER JEFF GOWINGTON PROF. R. H. COLE DR. CHAS. H. PHILLIPS ANNO. PELAR PEARL ABERNATHY A. C. MACKLIN A. Y. WINN JOHN W. HAYES ATTY. GEO. L. VAUGHN J. E. MITCHELL DR. BROWN RENNER REV. H. W. EVANS PAIGE A. BROWN DR. BROWN RENNER ANNA. R. WILBURN BUTNELL FIELDS HENRY L. HALL JOSEPHINE LANE BEIRTHA CUNNINGHAM GRACE MAYNEE ANNA. MONROE BEATRICE H. GRADY EMMA EASTON ANNA. NAYNAN MAMIE O. TRICE CHARLOTTE DAVIS ANNA. TILLIE GRIPFIN J. ROGER INGE BEN HAYES J. H. BRADBURY TROY MEDIWEATHER IRA DORSEY ENNEMY NENN DR. BRYANT BROWN DR. BOYD. L. WILSON BEATRICE H. HACKSON REV. H. HACKSON BERTHA BUCKNER ANNA. MANN JESSIE NEAL ANNAH WILSON SARAH BOYER HALL SARAH NENN MRS. L. H. BRADBURY RUSSELL MOOSE JENNIE MOOSE JESSIE PARKER MRS. J. E. MITCHELL ACADEMIA FLORENCE MCGEE MRS. JAS. DOUGLASS LUEN DEAU J MARTHA DEAU J. M. CLARK MARTHA BROWN DR. W. P. CURTIS DR. J. W. McCLELLAN BEATRICE COUTIN DR. E. J. CHRISTIAN DR. E. J. GREGG J. H. WILLIAMS THAN. S. WAYNE C. T. ABERNATHY REV. G. W. DICKERSON MANY DR. K. D. ROHNSON DR. Wm. L. PERRY DR. G. W. DERR JOSH H. EASTER REV. C. P. FLIPPER ERNEST PATLILO DR. BROWN DR. J. A. RAINY LILA COVINGTON HALL PHILIPSON MARY WILLIAMS ELLEN HENDERSON DR. Wm. L. PERRY MARTHA PRIDE DR. W. H. A. BARRETT THOS. J. R. WILSON WILSON MIMS DR. I. E. JAMES ANNE SIMS JAMES W. HUTT JAMES W. HUTT LUCIAN SIMMS JAS. SYKES ATTY. DREEL W. BOWLES REV. DREEL B. JONES PROF. R. F. BOWLES J. L. VELAR H. T. SCHWINS JAKE CAFEE WILLIAM MITCHELL N. MIMS DR. W. H. MANSIESE MRS. W. C. BRIDGES ALEN KENNEDY GAL. A. S. MORGAN Wm. HAWKINS Wm. HOSY URBAN LEAGUE NAT'L MEETING Annual Gathering At Greenwich House In Greenwich Village, New York, Is Notable Event. Associated Negro Press- NEW OLD HAMPTON, N. Feb. 18.—The National Urban League held its annual meeting at Greenwich House in Greenwich Village, New York City. Thursday evening. There were more than 100 guests at the special dinner held for the occasion. Representatives were present from many of the cities in which the League has developed work including Alta taunum, Amphitheatre, and other northern Jersey towns, New York* and Chicago, as well as far away South Africa. L. Hollingsworth Wood, president presided and reports of work completed and planned were presented by T. Arnold Hill of Chicago, Jesse O. Thomas of Atlanta, Mrs. Harriet Shadd Butcher, extension secretary and Charles S. Johnson, director of the department of Research and editor of "Opportunity" magazine and Eugene Kinclek Jones, executive secretary. They were also talks by John H. College president of More College and member of the League's Board, Miss Ruby Aden, dorf of South Africa, General Smuts' representative who is studying pro- exhibition in this country and Miss Elizabeth Walton of the National Executive Board. A summary of Mr. Jones' report for the year is as follows: With the new organization developed during the year, the League now has 42 branches and 26 local offices in as many cities and five movements have been started in addition requiring workers who will be in office within the next month. Of these movements, 13 are already supported entirely by Community Chests and an additional three will unquestionably be included in chests within the next month. This means the league is endorsed by every Community Chest in cities in which the league is formally located. Surveys of the Negro population Do You Want The Negro Trade? See That Your Advertisement Appears In This Paper EARL LANGS ALBERT COMSTOCK RALPH MARTIN WALTER NUNES LALY HUL RY W. DAVIS Wm. F. PHILLIPS Wm. J. WINN ANDREW HOPKINS WALLACE WILLIAMS Wm. BROWN Wm. COLLINS A. PIERCE A. TOWERERS ED. HARDY W. M. WEBB MILTON ANVORD CLARK JOHN L. ADAMS MRS. DELLA PITTS JOHN RUSCIC JOHN L. LEE MRS. ANNIE J. ALLEN J. W. FERGUSON J. W. FERGUSON MISS L. ALEXANDER LYDA WILSON MRS. ROLLA PIERCE MISS C. WASHINGTON N. J. AUSTIN J. E. BAKER MRS. B. H. BRANCH M. J. H. BRANCH MARIE AVANT MATHUR THOMAS J. W. THOMAS MISS LUCILLE ALLEN S. E. ADAMS T. L. ASHLY A. ALLEN HENRY ALEN HENRY ALEXANDER MISS ESTELLA ALLEN HIGH ALLEN DAVIN ALLEN LOLA ALLEN VIRGINIA ALLEN C. E. CALTON RUBY CALTON E. C. ALSTON E. C. BROWN H. BROWN HENRY BROWN ANHUR BUTLER GEO. W. BRUCE MRS. E. BURNETT LARRY LARRY ALMA-CALDWELL AS. COLLIN MISS BERDRE PRANK DEFRANCE MATTIE CALHOU MISSER MOVES TAS. ANDERSON MRS. EDWARD ANDERSON NIMA ANDERSON TRE. ANDERSON TABLES S. ANDERSON LOUISE T. ANDERSON MATHUR ANDERSON ISARL ANDERSON JUTH ANDERSON S. M. ANDERSON MASK ANDREWS MAGGIE ANDREWS WILLIAM ANDREWS HILI C. BURBAD J. E. ATKINS MRS. J. ATKINS HOWARD BAILEY OPHIA BAILEY WATTER H. BALL J. BALLARD EN BANKS GEORIA BANKS J. C. BANKS REN M. BATTLE JOSSEINE BANKS R. E. BATTLE KATHERINE BATTLES S. E. BATTLES ELIER BATTER JULIA L. BELL BRECK BATTER MRS. G. C. BANTON GEORGE BOHANAN BEATRICE M BOOKER JAMMIE JOYO N. J. BOVD BEN BRAFDOR FREDERICK BRAFDOR HANNAN BRADELY MRS. ELLA J. BRADELY WISH SHAW LIDA BRIGHT EMORE BROOKS SOL. THOMAS MYTLE RILEY Wm. HAWKINS Wm. KEENE have been completed in Buffalo, in Westchester County, N. Y. and in Morristown, N. J. "Opportunity" magazine, published by the league, has increased its circulation to ten thousand monthly and more than 100 public and university libraries are subscribers; 40 classes in sociology are using it for reference and research. There were 732 contributions to the "Opportunity" Literary Prize Contest and the League has furnished material for many magazine articles and reports on the Negro made by leading sociological students of race problems. During the year have studied under League Fellowships in leading schools of social work and two scholarships were awarded to a southern school of social work. Announcement was made of the launching of the League's National Industrial Program with T. Arnold Hill, executive secretary of the Chicago League, in which department an important investigation will be started to show the experience of Negro workers with trade unions. An effort will be made to open industrial opportunities for Negroes and to let Negroes know where they may most work and good living conditions. In 1924 the League was instrumental in getting 19 places on the program of the National Conference of Social Work at Toronto to discuss the Negro. The executive secretary of the League was elected to the governing board of the Conference and two of its local secretaries were appointed to other important committees. Through the League's local branches health programs, employment service, community centers, school visiting, nursing service, clinics, convalescent work, recreational activities and some economics have been developed. With a minimum budget of $4,000 for 1924, the National Urban League raised $5,000. The League now employs 175 workers and $300,000 was expended by the national and local offices, in 1924. FLORENCE O. DAVIS MAGGIE L. WIRE MORGAN L. WIRE MRS. E. T. SUNMYT CASSIE HARIS MRS. E. T. SUNMYT MRS. CLARENCE WHITLOR RALEH TURNER CLEVE H. WHITFIELD ALLEY ZONES ALLEY SMITH SAKAH McFADDEN GINNIE QRTRUDE B. COVINGTON INNE McAFEER NAYY HALFER WILLIAM ALEXANDER RICHARD LOWE WILLIAM ROWTER SAIRA WEST ADA BELLE-TAYLOR WESTWOODS Wm. CARR KATIE BLACK HARLEY TANSLOR JOSHINE HETZEL GEORGE McFADDEN ROBERT OGAN HENRY BELL JOHN CARRINGTON JOHNE WILLIAM JOHN WILLIAM OPHELIA HENDERSON HUSSEY W. HUSSEY JOSHINE HETZEL ALICE GORDON J. M. H. DORSEY NEW YORK BERRY LEVANDA DAVIS G. A. THOMAS WILSON MRS. BOYD WILSON J. C. CHANEY J. C. CHANEY DR. S. P. STAPFORD MESSIA KEENE J. ALETTA HALL MARY L. DICKERSON MARY L. DICKERSON ARTNEL CHAPLESTON MARIE SLAUGHTER ANN M. DOSEY ENTHIL M. DOSEY VIOLA J. STEWARD THEODOSIA HALE CHRISTOPHER JEFFERSON CARLEL T. HARRIS CARLEL S. WILLIAMS BENELE LANDER LILIAN M. GRUBSY BIRDIE CHAMPION FREDERIC ETTA STANTON HATTIE McWORTER TIMOTHY TAYLOR MRS. E. O. MASSEY HELEN SUMPON WILLIAM BROWN HAZEL GILLES JANE IMES MACDALENE BROWN DR. CENTER ATTY ROY LOWE ALBERT CHAMPION CHRISTOPHER HARRIS C. H. HANCOCK CHAS. GATES WILSON MAN LEO R. DICKERSON JULIAN B. BOWL CHARLEL T. HARRIS WAYMAN BRADSHAW ARTHUR TAYLOR ARTHUR TAYLOR ROBERT W. BUCK DANIEL W. EUELL HARRY OWLEY DORELL GOSHIN ROWL DR. E. E. ANTRONY ROY STEWARD JAMES HOWL JAMES HOWL DR. JEFF S. JACQUES ATTY J. L. MLCEMORE DAVID A. DAVIS ROBERT WRIGHT ATTY EMANUEF WILLIAMS DR. J. L. WINFORD JOSIE HARRY DOUGLAS PRAIRIE WASHINGTON ROBERT RUSSELL DR. J. W. Smith DR. J. W. Smith DR. E. O. MASSEY LEANDER HARRIES HOLLAND BOYD R. IMES MARY H. WASHINGTON MARY H. WASHINGTON REV. E. K. BOYD IRA GRAFTON GEO. GORDON The St. Louis Argus LOOKING ON AND LISTENING IN Thanks, thanks very much. The Tower has found its place in the sun. Radiograms are reaching Tower Man from far and near. It's a grand and glorious feeling. Saturday Evening Post carries a long story about Irving Berlin, whom George M. Cohan once introduced as a "Jew Boy named after an English teacher and a German city." Berlin a product of New York East side and Chinatown, has an amazing career, the kind of man the founder Tim Bland to "What'll do" to him. He has a marvelous insight of popular taste. Berlin's greatest successes are built up around ragtime and jazz products of Negro life, and yet his "story" not writhed by himself, however, contains no racial reference. "Bah, bah, Black sheep." There is in Chicago, on a prominent thoroughfare. South, a twenty-four apartment building with practically half of the suites empty. The neighborhood is changing, but the landlord is still with it, though it is Colored. He is paying for his prejudice at the rate of $1,000 a month. Hate comes high. In Columbus, Oh! there was once a similar landlord. His building remained vacant three years. Finally the authorities made him a tenant. To whom did he rent? Colored. Lester A. Walton, a staff correspondent of the New York World, has completed three years' service with that great molder of publishing. Both the World's Mr. Walton and the United States' World for its vienna, and Walton for his efficiency. There are many good reporters who never become staff writers, with the stories appearing, beneath their cognomen. Walton is a ready and clever writer; he has that rare ability for comprehending the stories of the world, and these have followed the World's examples. Colored America reads everything that's printed, from Yiddish in Hog Latin. Harold Tyler, a native of Column JON. JONES TOM WELLS JULIA THOMAS A. WINZELZEL MRS. Wm. MARTIN HY. REELING LIVING NAPPE L. S. CLERK Wm. JONES JOHNSON GRAY D. HAWKIN U. HARPER O. HAWKER MARY WATER A. MICHEL A. J. H. BASS JOSHIPPE DOWELL J. C. CRAFTMAN LAWRENCE GREER BRIEHARD MARSHALL M. W. JOURN PETER BANKS EMMA STOCKARD MISS. J. BEATTIE JOESEN BENION EMMA BLACKWELL ROSSIN CABRON C. H. BOLDS J. H. BOLDS JOHNSON BROYD PEARl BROACK GEO. BROADFIELD WEN. BROADFIELD HUGH BRADLEY Wm. BRADLEY NORA BRIENT MORA BRIENT M. C. BROOKES GEO. BROOMFIELD WEN. BROADFIELD HUGH BRADLEY Wm. BRADLEY TETEL TAYLOR FRED MEYER WALTER BROOKS WYATT BROOKS MISS JAMIE HELEN CORBETT P. M. SCOTT JNO. JOHNSON JAS. THOMAS Wm. H. LOCKHART EUGENE HAKENNITH ROBERT HAMILCHAM GEO. WATSON JAS. WILSON ENN. JAYNEY GEO. WOODS JOS. L. DAVIS WON. GREEN W. A. GILBERT Wm. RENFRO Hy. RENFRO C. W. STILLIAMS A. J. HUDSON FLORENCE TADELL FLORENCE TADELL FLORD HULL MRS. M. KNIGHT M. M. KNIGHT JOHNSON MITCHELL JOS. FRANKLIN BROOKS ANDREW WALKER BIRDIE JARRETT M. SMALLWON CLAD LAVENDER ELTHARIE HAVEN BESSIE E. JORDAN HENRY E. JORDAN BETTY JAMES CHARLIE WALLACE FREW JAREY A. SCALES C. MATTS MRS. M. P. GREEN MARY FREEMAN FRED P. MOORE MARY FREEMAN GEO. TAYLOR MARY WRIGHT JIM BAKER DR. J. CHAPMAN MATTE CARTER MRS. ELLA CALVIN bus, Ohio, now a practicing lawyer in Chicago, a son of the late Ralph W. Tyler, former Auditor of the Navy, is to marry Miss Clementine Yerby, accomplished and popular daughter of Consul and Mrs. W. J. Yerby. This combination of hearts unites two distinguished families. Tyler's maternal father, grandfather and great grandfather have been in his family. His mother comes from the famous Mason family of southern Ohio. The Tyler family is noted for its cultural attainments. "And Ethiopia shall stretch forth her hands." Marcus Garvey, "Provisional President of Africa," losing his case in the U. S. Court of Appels, goes another step toward testing the decision of the lower court, and the last, the Supreme Court of the United States, acquires the right to racial concurring the case, has not varied. Domestic complications have added to the complexity of the situation, and the sailing of the Booker T. Washington amid huzzas, and hurrals, for West Indian ports, has made him a greater hero, than ever in the eyes of his close followers. There is this general agreement. Garvey has crystallized racial consciousness among the masses more than any other person; he has been organized and active in the fight for freedom and how faithful are the opinions under debate. White capital has steadily and persistently shied from Colored American encouragement. There are a million ways in a million sections of America where this can be propped. Great corporations like the National Cash Register Company, the Department of Agriculture, and the company that they may go only so far. The United Cigar, Stores Company, getting tens of thousands of dollars from colored smokers throughout the land annually, recently placed a clerk in their store at the busy corner of 35th and State, Chicago, in has advantage. The 7th Avenue at 157th, 7th and Lenox avenues at 157th, in Washington at 14th and You; and in Philadelphia at Broad and South; in all other racial centers. Bert J. Hunter, Chicago, West side, has been a faithful and trusted employee of the Northwestern Railroad system for more than twenty-five years. He and his wife, Mrs. Anita Banks Hunter, are natives of Balmond, Ohio. He is a graduate of Richmond in the grocery business in Richmond, half century ago, and was a close friend of the father of the Tower Man. The Hunter's live in a delightfully modest apartment; soft lights, radio, victoria and plum, where permeates an atmosphere of Christian peace and good will, that lifts one out of the trying perplexities of a busy world, and renews his strength for the days to come. You know, the land is home. They are thousands of "Hunter homes" throughout the land, with family backing and earnest living. They are the tower of strength in the unquestioned progress of a mighty people. ADDITIONAL OUT OF TOWN ST. CHARLES, MO. The pulpit at St. John's A. M. E. church has not been filled yet by the Presiding Elder, Rev. Bryant, Rev. J. C. Guyton preached Sunday morning at St. John's to a large audience. Sunday night the members of St. John's went down to St. Paul and worshipped with Rev. Guyton. St. John's will hold quarterly meeting, Sunday. *** Mt. Zion Baptist church, Sunday School and B. Y. P. U. rendered a program Sunday afternoon to a standing room huddle. There was special music from St. Louis by the Synododon Odon singers. Rev. Wm. H. W. Cochrell preached. *** Mrs. Florence Burch stopped over to visit her mother on her way back to Kansas City. *** Now that Valentine is over, let's send in some news to the Argus. KINLOCH, MO. The Young Prentice Alliance is favored with two splendid sermon: Wednesday night of last week by Bro. Vaughn and Bro. Hudson at Ward Chapel A. M. E. church; also Thursday night by Bro. Goff and Bro. Bell. The president seems much encouraged over the good meetings they are having each week. Thanks to Rev. Morrison and Rev. Johnson for their encouraging remarks. Bro. Calvin Wilson, president; Sister M. Bell reporter. RICHMOND HEIGHTS, MO. Mrs. Elta Jones is confined to her bed. ***, Mrs. Della Hill and Mrs. Mollie Cole are confined to their beds, account of illness. *** Mr. Archie Lee Dotson is suffering with a sore leg. *** Mr. Ferguson's son is back from Barnes Hospital. *** Mrs. Sam Miller, who has been on the sick list, is able to perform her household duties. R. C. HARRIS MRS. L. P. TAYLOR AMY WATTERMAN A. ROBINSON PEARL COLLER HENRY HARRIS CHARLOTTE WILLIAMS MRS. WILLIE M. BIRCH ANNIE HAMMIS JASON FRESNO MATTIE EWING WILLIAM PORTER MARTHA LANE VIGGIL HODGES FRANK STINSON FRANSON HATTIE PIERSON CORA L. JONES NELLIE ESTES CLEFORD JACKSON A. MAYNE CHRISTOPHER MOON EUGENE H. WILSON WILLIE WILSON MITCHELL R. DYSON JAS. W. SYKES GEO. WRIGHT LASTER EUGENE EUGENE WESTLY INO. WOOD HIVEN EVENSON THOS. HALL FRANK ICEMAN I. L. WARDS Woo. HICKS LOTTIE JAMES MISS CLEE A. AIRHANS H. C. PATTERSON WALTER HUDSON WALTER TAYLOR C. L. KINGCANDALL H. HOWEN MISS OWEN SHERMAN CLARKE STELLA JACKSON MISS JACKSON C. COVINGTON MVRTLE MAYFIELD S. L. BROWN J. ESTERS MRS. T. HARTKAN LAMIE HARTKAN MALOCH OWENS MATTIE WALKER S. A. SUNS WALTER JACKSON HANNAH C. SMITH DRAKE GOODFLEE ORANGE POSY PERRY BROWN MAY LEE FISHL ALBERTA PITPARKER D. BOWEL BANNE FISHER ANNIE L. COLE BENTHA MAJ MERTHA JOHNSON A. R. WEIGHT ALBERT PRESTON PAMELLA THAIL WASHINGTON BATTLES GEO. P. BURRS PETER LYSSERS S. DONALDSON LOUISE R. CUMMINS PETTLE WIRGIL HALL EUGENE TAYLOR MRS. A. L. DUNCAN HANNA WATTERMAN JALL WUSCAVICH BENNIE HARDING MAND SHANNER MARD OYSTER BELL WOOD JONES THOMPSON A. CALMIA MALLIE JOHNSON P. L. THOMAS S. JASON FISHL BOERT BARNett WILLIE McGHEE GEO. COBERT WALTER TIMS FRANK HILLS J. LEWIN SLEEPER THENDERSON J. E. HADLEY DOUGLAS TEFFIUS RUSSELL FRANK JAMES GUS HILLS BENNIE GODDY MARGARET GRIFIN HELENE HAYDEN JANE FRANZER AUSTIN ISREY H. SON E. MO ALLEN FRED STEWARD GEO. CLARK JAS. SEAV MEACHAM PARK, MO. There will be a baby contest, Thursday night, Feb. 26, at the colored school of Meacham Park, given by the Pastor's Aid Society of the First Baptist church. CLAYTON, MO. The First Baptist church experienced a great spiritual covenant meeting last Sunday. Everybody is invited to attend Woman's Day at the First Baptist church, March 1. **Mrs. Sarah Jackson gave a dinner party at her home last Sunday in honor of Miss Frances Wood. Many were present. After spending a delightful time, the guests departed for their homes. **Don't forget Men's Day, March 22. **Miss Lillian Vanderburgh of St. Louis, was the guest of Miss Emmanuel Johnston last week. Mrs. Helen Williams entertained at a delightful luncheon. Thursday, June 2. **R. R. H. Stephens has been confined to her home for two weeks. **Mrs. Mae Hart Cannon departed on last Tuesday for Oklahoma City to spend several weeks. **The wedding bells are ringing. **Mesdames America Tyler and Addie Rhodes were very glad to receive a postal card from Mrs. Sora Smith, who is now residing in Chester, Pa. **Mr. Jesse Gibson of Howard Place, is building a garage. JACKSON, MO Services "at St. John's" A. M. E. Church were well attended Sunday. Rev. R. A. Clinton filled his pulpit morning and evening. * The Sewing Circle is doing great work: the Bunny Bee club, also. ** The Lincoln and Douglas program rendered at the annual race rally **** Rev. R. A. Clinton left Monday morning for Commerce, Mo., where he will assist in a revival meeting. *** Mrs. Agnes Wade, Mr. Ben Horrell, Mrs. Addie Lee and Mrs. Jane Nance are reported on the sick list. *** Mrs. Josie McGee and children, who have been visiting her parents for the past few months, returned to their home in Burlington and Mrs. Lewis Bufford and family moved to their new home in the northern part of the city last week. *** We are sorry to report that Myrtle Clark is very ill. The pupil of Lincoln school tended her a show PAGES 9 TO 14 ANTHONY MILLNER BESTS. BOONE NESTO. NORRIS GEN. LIPSCOMB MEN. ELENN THOMAS ALFRED MINER F. PENNHEY HATTIE MOORE ALICE SMITH V. L. NORTT R. G. WRIGHT CHARLOTTE M. McMILLAN JAMES HAWLEY JESSIE GRAY MISS DELIA M. COLLINS V. L. NORTT VELMA ALFORD J. J. BLAND MISS. JANNEY ANNEST L. NEAY ORVIN MURRY MARDELL H. E. RUFFIN A. A. RUSCH HERBERT HEASLEY MISS. LILLIE MARTIN NANNE HELEN E. MURPHY Wm. O. SHELTON Wm. O. SHELTON MAMIE BUTLER DW. J. MACK E. HARRIS HENRY HUMPHrey MISS. M. DANIEL D. DANIEL ANSTEIN JEFFERSON G. F. LASLER N. LIPSCAND H. HUTT MRS. C. BROWN R. L. ELLIS BENETT C. GREEN ALBERT SIMMS BLANCHE M. DORE RICHARD ROBINSON ANNA ROBINSON CORNELIA HAMM ANNA WHEELEER MISS. LOUIS LOCKHART IRA LYNCH LOUIS RANKIN MOLLEM KMILTON MOLLEM HOUSE AMBUSE PAGE Wm. H. HUTT TOM HALL ALICE JONES WILMER RAYNES GEO. L. HENDERSON MILTON HENDERSON HENRY HENDERSON CHEREN SMITH URN KING GERTRUDE MARSHALL J. N. NORTT NELSON MARTIN JOHN MASON WATON MASON R. L. THOMAS CHAS. BRACKETT HAMILTON HENDERSON MRS. BRIEDE HAWKERS E. H. JENKINS JARYN SADEN MRS. SADEN TURNER R. F. LAWIENCE WAITER HILL FREDERICK BERRY W. R. HOWARD FRANK GIBBONS JAMES JONES MATTIE A. LASTER THELMA G. JACKSON JAMES JONSON JNO. BROWN MRS. ANNIE NELSON COLONIE NELTON WATON PIERSON ALEXINE GRAY EMPRESS L. DAVIDSON FREDERICK BROSSON BESSIE ROGERS NATHAN HIGHT MR. F. LOCKHART ROSE RANKIN ROSE HENDEROCK GEO. HOUSE H. MKLINTON JAMES JAYER SRATH HILL A. C. JONES H. M. HAYNES JAMES HAYNES HALLLE HENDERSON H. H. JOHNSON LIMA JOHNSON EUGENE SMITH HENRY MARSH HENRY MARSH MRS. I. A. MARTIN A. MASON GEO. MATHES JAMES MATHER THOMAS C. SMITH H. A. ROBINSON WALER GREEN er of beautiful Valentine greetings, which cheered her. very much. **Mr. Shannon Enilberg was the week end guest of Miss Bessie Henderson last week. ** The Knights and Daughters of Tallowtace were of Valentine social at the hall. Feb. 14. ** This community was very much saddened Sunday when news reached here that Mr. Jesse Hall had died of pneumonia at his home in Concord. ** Don't miss the debate Tuesday night between the Giants and Rosebuds. ** Rev. and Mrs. Greenlee of Charleston. Mo. visited friends in Jackson last week. CARROLLTON, MO There was a splendid attendance at Virginia Street Baptist church Sunday. Rev G. C. Chin preached morning and evening. *** Mrs. Stephenson, who was one of Carrollton's pioneer citizens, had a stroke last week and in a few hours she had passed into the great beyond. She was a member of Virginia St. Baptist church; and a good devoted consolerated Christian woman. Her daughter, Mrs. Mattle Gunn, died export town, Massachusetts, Frank and James Stephenson of Kansas City, and her brother, Mr. Ed Webb of Newton, K. C. *** Mrs. Myrtle Crossland, who is teaching at Charleston, Mo., is in St. Joseph on business. *** The Pleasant Hour Junior club rendered an excellent program Monday night at Virginia St-Baptist church. * The Golden Lnk Club was entertained at the home of Mrs. Leola Parker. Wednesday. Splendid attendance and a delightful menu was served. * The Pleasant Hour club is a splendid collection on business. *** The City Federation met Saturday at Lincoln High School auditorium. *** The Pleasant Hour club will give a program February 27. 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An excellent pressing oil *Gloss-Tex Brilliantine* 50c Makes the hair soft and glossy and keeps it in good condition without leaving it oily or gummy *Strait-Tex Herbs* 81.00 Is a vegetable preparation that ac NOTICE—Out of Form Correspondence are warned to write plainly with TYPE WRITER or LEAD PENCIL on one side of the paper only. Use plenty of paper and do not scrawl words. Copy that must be guessed at will not be handled at all. Only important metal will be published. Correspondents should mail their news so it will reach The Argus office not 'later than Wednesday morning FESTUS, MO. Sunday was Trustees' day at St. John's A. M. E. church. Services were very good all day. *** A. Singing Contest was held Monday night. February 16. *** Feb. 23. Lincoln Washington and Douglas celebration will be held. Addresses by Prof. W. A. Gibbs and Mr. A. N. Charleston. *** Quarterly meeting the third Sunday in March. *** Mrs. Ora B. Johnson and Mrs. Mary Evans of St. Marys visited in Festus. Saturday. *** Service was very good Sunday morning at Wards Chapel A. M. church. Attendance was impressive. Quite few visitors were present. Mary was rally day at Mt. Pilgrim's church. Services were well attended all day. Quite a few out of town visitors were present. A grand total of $67.00 was raised for the day. *** Mr. George Long is in St. Louis for an indefinite stay. *** Mr. Simon Blingham of St. Louis is visiting in Festus. *** Mrs. Mary Harrison is a visitor in the city. *** Mr. and Mrs. John Henry Casey of St. Louis were the visitors of the former's grandmother. Mrs. Fannie Long. *** Mr. Johnnie Mays of Kansas City is here for an indefinite stay. *** Mrs. Lena Eagon and Mrs. Clara Murphy were called to bedside of their children who is ill. Out of those on the sick are Mrs. Fannie Long, Miss Olivia Rodgers, Mr. Granville Matthews and Mr. Dave Garner. *** Mrs. Jess Johnson of Kokomo, Ind. and Mr. Edward Garner of Detroit, Mich. were called to the bedside of their father. *** A meeting was held at the Doug's school. Saturday. February 14. 1925. At this meeting, a District Teachers' Association was organized. DESOTO, MO. Services at St. John's church Sunday were good, Rev. Mrs. L. M. Brown preached two inspiring sermons. *** Services were well attended at Williams Chapel, Sunday, considering the members who are sick. The Sunday School, as usual, had a good attendance, enrolling five new children. Rev. Randall preached a wonderful sermon Sunday night. The church is looking forward to the revival starting March 23, Mrs. L. B. Russell, evangelist, will assist. *** The following teachers met in Festus, Saturday. Feb. 14 and organized a District Teachers' Association and a spelling contest in different schools, in this section of the state, to take place at St. Mary's, the second Friday in May; Pro' F. E. R. Smith and E. O. Randall, DeSoto; Prof. Wm. Glibbs, Nola 'Black and R. Jackson, Festus; Prof. U. S. G. Tayes and Laura Tayes, Crystal City; Miss Beatrice Swink, Fredericktown and Mrs. Ora Johnson, St. Mary's. The officers of the District Teachers' Association are as follows; Prof. Wm. Glibbs, president, Festus; Miss E. O. Randall, vice-president, DeSoto; Miss B. Swink, secretary, Fredericktown; Mrs Nola Black asst. festus; Mrs Nola Laurie asst. festus; Mrs Gail Clark **** Innang School Parent's Association meets the first Friday in every month. *** The N. O. Club and other talented persons of this city will entertain Friday night, March 6, with an evening with Paul Laurence 'Dunnabo' poems. The N. O. quartette, rendered two selections at the Lincoln program and received loud and long applause. *** The Needle Art Club of St. John's church will celebrate its second anniversary on March 1. St. John's church at 2:30 p. m. they will also give a chicken supper. All are cordially invited to attend. ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, FEB.-20, 1925 a success. Those winning in the contest were Misses Maynita Robinson, Mahalia Brown and Mamie Wilson. **** Prof. R. F. Bollins left for New Madrid, Mo., Thursday evening. **** Mr. W. M. Robinson and family will move to Arkansas this week. **** Mr. Alex Fields returned from Humboldt, Tenn. Saturday evening. **** Prof. A. H. Randolph, the Superintendent of the school in the city adjusting matters pertaining to the company. **** Mr. Willie Ogden of Cape Girardeau, Mo. has accepted a position in Sikeston. **** Rev. T. C. Black of New Madrid and a host of ministers were the guests of Mrs. Mattie Petty, Monday evening. **** Mr. Em of New Madrid, left for home Monday evening. CAPE. GIRARDEAU, MO, On February 12, the Lincoln school band concert with Stereoplectrons views and the interesting lectures was decidedly a success. The L. S. band is making excellent music under the direction of Prof. W. B. Longdon, who is a very earnest and efficient principal, striving to make Lincoln school what it ought to be. The Parent-Teachers' Association seems to be taking on new life. A large number is expected to be Mesen Malone, the Mesen Bollinger is 'in the city, visiting her parents.' *** Sunday service was nicely attended at both churches. *** The funeral service of Mrs. Sallie Malone was held from Second Baptist church, Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Rev. Edwards officiated. *** Mrs. Helen Oliver Anthony is on the sick list. *** Mrs. Rosa Johnson and sister. Mrs. Jane Greene are slightly improved. *** The congregation was glad to see Mrs. Drastale the pianist, at the illness. *** Mrs. Emma Greene improves slowly. Mrs. M. Farrart is added to the sick list. *** Mrs. Angeline Wilson entertained at six o'clock dinner Sunday. Mrs. A. Jones, A. Drastale, M. E O'Bannon and Mr. A. B. Criddle. A pleasant evening was spent and a splendid difner enjoyed. *** Mrs Violet Renfro and Mrs. Lizzie Bolling are improving showly. *** Mrs Dora DeLassure has returned to the hospital, being injured and an ambulance arriving. *** Stewartless Boards 1 and 2 gave a beautiful candle drill Monday night. February 16. *** Don't forget to attend the "Mass Party given by the A. M. E. Sunday School, February 23 and the "Womanless Wedding." NEELYVILLE, MO. Mr. Isam Townsend died at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Weddington, Sunday morning, Mr. Townsend was one of the oldest men of this city and has lived here forty years. The funeral was held from Friendship Baptist church. Rev. Brooks of Poplar Bluff preached a wonderful sermon. Mrs. Eater Roland of St. Louis, grandchild of Mr. Townsend, attended the funeral. *** Rev. G. A. Hudson preached at the G. M. E. church, Sunday morning. Rev. Frank Haynes entertained a large audience Sunday night with a spiritual sermon. *** Rev. Bush preached at Friendship Baptist church, Sunday. *** Mr. Hubert Davis of Poplar Bluff was a visitor here Sunday. *** Valentine party given by Washington school students is a success. Everybody present enjoyed the games, refreshments and other amusements, Read the Argus for the concert, and the quilt chance by Washington school. *** Mrs. Irene Wilson returned to her home in St. Louis after a two weeks visit here. She was accompanied by her sister, Miss Dora Avant. *** Mrs. Willie Worship left Saturday for Hot Springs, Ark, after visiting a few days with Mrs. Cresay Weaver and family. *** Mrs. Idella Harvey of Poplar Bluff is visiting here. *** Miss Myrtle Finney of Poplar Bluff is spending a few weeks with relatives and friends. *** Mrs. Nannie Cratton and Mrs. Laura Raney visited Mr. Frank Turner, Sunday. Mr. and Mrs. Jackson were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Shaw and Mrs. Bliss; Mrs. Jimmy Ferguson and Olie May Turner were guests of Miss Etta Hunter, Sunday. *** Miss Augusta Burnett, Mr. John Burnett, Sr. and Mrs. Ida Duckworth made a business trip to Poplar Bluff, Monday. *** Mr. and Mrs. Engene Turner, Misses Lucinda Fhnney and Juanita Gregory spent Sunday afternoon with Miss Tommie Evans. *** Mrs. Ella Lewis is on the sick list. *** Mr. Climbie Towns made two business trips to Poplar Bluff, Monday. *** Mr. George Hudson made a business trip to Poplar Bluff, Sunday night. CHARLESTON, MO A. Lincoln/Douglass celebration was held at Sibbion Baptist church Friday evening under the auspices of the Lincoln school. The program received many favorable comments. *** A spelling contest between adults and the pupils of Lincoln school will take place soon. The pupils have challenged Siketon and other communities. Mrs. Shaunon and have moved to their future home. *** Siketon is busy preparing for the 5th anniversary of their pastor, Dr. L. G. Hayes. *** Mesdames. Renfro and Mason are strenuously contesting for a price and solicit the support of their* friends. *** Mrs. M. Crossland was called out of the city on business. During her absence, Miss Rachel Alexandra and a teacher attended. *** Mr. Eil Flemmard departed this life Thursday, Feb. 11. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. G. H. Green, Saturday, Mr. Nathan Jackson of Marianna, Ark. attended the funeral of his brother, Mr. Eil Flemming. NEW FRANKLIN, MO. Mr. Andrew Jackson, who has been indisposed for several days is able to be out again. *** Mrs. Tinaley Earlil in on the slack list. *** Mrs. Mary Earlil last left week for Kansas City. *** Mrs. Herdle Brown enter afternoon. *** The Valentine party gnus at the Baptist church, on the 14th was well attended and very successful. *** Mr. and Mrs. John Brown are repairing their home now occupied by Mr. Andrew Jackson. *** bert. Mr. John Woods and Aunt Kittie Hughes were the dinner guests of Mrs. Nannie Hughes, Sunday. *** Rev. C. S. Webster arrived Saturday from Sedalia and held quarterly meeting Sunday morning. He delivered a wonderful sermon and the spirit of the Lord was truly present. Rev. Reynolds, in his usual good way, preached at night and read out the different clubs and saints. He and his wife worked with us in Sunday and was unanimously elected laide delegate to the Conference at St. Louis, April 15. **** Miss Mattie Boll Williams of St. Louis is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Mattie Darby. MONTGOMERY, MO. Mr. Jesse Graham is at the bedside of his mother, Mrs. Mary Graham. *** Mr. Robert Entz was a visitor in our city, Friday morning. *** Miss Bessie Camp, Harold Richardson, Earl Camp and Mike-Camp were in New Florence, Mo., Sunday. *** A surprise party was given in honor of Mr. Jno. Camp at the home of Mr. Pearl Ganaway, February 14. Everybody reported a nice time. Mr. and Mrs. Pearl Thomas of Detroit were the best relatives of relatives. *** Mrs. Manley Pate gave a birthday party Saturday afternoon. All present reported a nice time. *** Mr. N. Green of Moberly was the guest of relatives Sunday. *** Mrs. Anna Slager of Slater. Mo. is at the bedside of her sister. Mrs. Mary Graham. *** Mr. Thomas Pate spent Saturday, and Sunday with his father, Mr. N. Pate. *** Miss Annie Franklin and Miss Hattie Franklin were their husbands. Hattie is visiting his parents. Mr. and Mrs. S. Bradford. *** The Harmony Club held its last meeting February 12 at the home of Mrs. Eme Hunter. After the regular meeting a daily repast was served and the rest of the evening was spent in playing games. Frances Jones, Reporter Rev. A. Moore preached to a well filled house Sunday morning and Sunday afternoon. One member accepted Christ. The baptizing was postponed on account of illness and it will take place the first Sunday in March. The entertainment at M. E. Entertainments success. *** Miss Christina Jones was the guest of Misses Opal and Dimple Kemp. *** Miss Ethel Barry and Blondine Kemp called on Miss Ruth Smith. Sunday. *** Rev. Moore was the dinner guest of Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Barry. Sunday. *** Mrs. C. M. McAllister will entertain the Art Club. February 28 at 2 p. m. *** Mr. Fred Parnes and wife of W. Washington. 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SAMUEL LIEBERT REAL ESTATE 407 International Life Building Phone Olive 5603 722 Chestnut VACANT HOUSE—3937 Cook. Fine 8 room house; bath; electric good furnace; fine condition; only $6250 with $650 cash, $50 monthly; buy and move in. $700 CASH-BUYS 2 HOUSES. Each six nice rooms, furnace, bath electric; fine condition; rents $100 monthly; payments only $60 monthly; only $3500. Inspect 917. 19 N. Leonard. 5 SOLD, 1 LEFT-$450 CASH. 18 S. Theresa Ave.; fine 9-room stone front house, bath, electric; only $4750, payments $44 monthly. HOUSE-$300 cash, $35 monthly; buys a nice 6-room house, bath, electric, 2 sinks, fine for two families; only $4250. See Silverblatt. 315 N. Old School apartment. DWELLING-$3429 Laclette avenue. 8 rooms, bath, furnace; $750 cash. Silverblatt. COTTAGE 4 rooms. 2006. Hickory. $200 cash, balance $30 like rent. Nice back yard. Vacant. Price $3000. Inquire Samuel Ruch. Room 407. International Life Bldg. 722 Chestnut: CLARKSVILLE, MO. The members of Samaritan Temple held their regular monthly meeting on Feb. 11. **Miss Annie Bell of Louisiana, was in town, Monday.** Mrs Lou Howard and son, who have spent the winter with relatives, returned to their home in Gary, Ind. on the 12th. ***Mrs Mary Lawrence and son of near Louisiana, spent the week end with her sister, Mrs. Addie Taylor. **The infant daughter of Rev. and Mrs. I. H. Harris passed away on Wednesday night after a brief illness.** Rev. Richardson, the presiding elder of the A. M. E. church, held quarterly meeting with Rev. S. E. Boone and members on Sunday. He preached a spiritual sermon at 11 o'clock and appreciated audience Rev. I. H. Harris, shipped with them at 3 o'clock, after which Rev. Harris motored to Payville to fill his appointment there at 5 o'clock. **Those on the sick list are Mrs. Virginia Davis, Mr. Caswell Prewitt, Mrs. I. H. Harris and Mrs. Familie Lee.** Mrs. Katherine Davis has gone to Mexico, Mo. for a short visit. **Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Turner, motored over to Bowling Green Sunday and visited relatives.** Additional Church Notes WARDS CHAPEL A. M. E. Kinloeb, Mo. Sunday, the 15th, was truly a great day with us. Our Sunday school continues to improve. At 11 a. m. our pastor delivered one of those spiritual sermons, for which he is noted. At 3 p. m. our pastor and quite a number of our members attended quarterly meeting at Bethel, Wellston, and report a joyful meeting. Our A. C. E. League president was able to be out to league, and expressed pleasure that the league continued to grow while she was away. At 8 p. m. our local preacher, Rev. Turner Lowery, delivered the message. He continues to improve. We observed our Founder's Day today. Many were the nice papers and talks on Allen of whom she was all proud. On Sunday, 22nd at 3 p. m. a program and rally will be conducted by Rev. M. M. Branda, our local preacher. Everybody is certainly invited to come out and help make it a success. All churches and friends are especially invited to come and help. Alex Brandon, reporter; Rev. Theo Morrison, pastor. CENTENNIAL CHRISTIAN Another glorious day of worship. Sunday, our pastor, Rev. Green preached from John. 3.16. "A Passion for Human Souls" and held his audience spell bound for a while. At 3 o'clock, the Missionary society renders a Christian program central theme "China," encouraging and deeward and all departments are growing in interest and attendance. --Reporter ATTENTION! We Have Just Taken C DUNBAR And Have Several Ch To Professional A C. Y. ABERNA We Have Just Taken Over The Rental of the DUNBAR BUILDING And Have Several Choice Offices For Rent To Professional And Business Men 2358 CHESTNUT STREET GROUND FLOOR Phone, Central 5613 We Also Have Three Flats Other Houses SEE US, We Can BETTER HOMES FOR The Old WOODY JACOB WE DO WHEN O Mney Loaned on Real Estate Insurance LINDELL 1880 PH0 Located in the heart of the Sarah and Fir We Also Have Three Flats For Rent In The West End, and Other Houses. See US, We Can Locate You. Located in the heart of the Great West-Corner of Sarah and Finney Avenues LANE TABERNACLE C. M. E. An accordant reception was tendered Mr. Louis P. Aloe by the 300 people that attended the Lane Tabernacle Literary Society last Monday night and listened to his impressive address. Mr. A. E. Malone was present and added spice to the program. The endorsement given Mr. Aloe by the enthusiastic crowd was highly deserved. Mr. J. C. Campbell presided and the Literary Society was complimented for the classy program. Monday night, March 2, the Literary Society will stage a straw Mayoralty election, when 3 members of the society will represent the candidate for Mayor. The Rev. Miss Ethel Smith delivered a pleasing sermon to a large congregation last Sunday night. Rev. H. W. Evans will present sermon No. 2 on "Christian Beliefs" this Sunday morning, subject "Repentance." "The Atonement" was the subject of sermon No. 1 which the great crowd enjoyed last Sunday morning. Mr. R. L. Moorehead announces that "The Axis," a new Lane Tabernacle official organ will be out this Sunday a.m. The Axis will show the financial standing of all Lane Tabernacle members from A to K. Two weeks hence another edition will be published, showing the standing of all members from K to Z. There is also lots of news about the worker of Lane Tabernacle from A to K. Two weeks hence another public committee; Mr. Moorehead is chr. and editor; other members are: Miss Katie Smith, Messrs. Pearl Abernathy, E. L. Snyder, J. W. Hays, Elbert Jones, J. W. Collier, S. A. Andrews, W. A. Hawkins, Chas Patton, and W. L. Cox. The "Axis" will be free; be sure to get one Sunday morning. Mr. Victor J. Miller will address the Epworth League Sunday at 5:30 p. m. EVERGREEN BAPTIST 930 N. 23rd Street The Evergreen Baptist church will install the new Blackley Blakeley Tuesday evening. Feb. 24. Everybody frtntted. Rev. J. K. Parker will preach the installation sermon | at 3 o'clock. Sister A. M. Primus, clerk. PILGRIM METHODIST MISSION We had an old time class meeting last Sunday afternoon. The [ holy spirit was with us. At 6 p. m. the Mission was filled with league members and friends. All departments of our mission are making rapid pro-creation. Rev. Corley will preach Sunday night at 8 p. m. His subject will be, "Deliver my soul from the wicked." Munie Copa, clerk; A. M. Corley, ST. ANGEL BAPTIST Sunday was filled with the spirit all day. Rev. Corvington made a talk at night. There are three candidates for baptism on the first Sunday, in March. God has blessed our church. The Missionary Circle had a wonderful attendance Tuesday night. The Board will meet on the 20th of Feb. M. O. Elmore, clerk; J. R. Tunsell, pastor. MT. OLIVE BAPTIST Sunday school meet with a large attendance. Each teacher was present. Rev. L. R. Channey was with us in our Sunday school, and art 11:30 he preached a wonderful and spiritual sermon from Ezek. 12:3, which was enjoyed by all. One accession to the church. Covenant meeting in the afternoon was enjoyed by all who were present. B. Y. P. U. at 6 o'clock. The sermon was enjoyed by group No. 1 adult class. Covenant meeting continued throughout the night service, which was very spiritual. Sunday night, communion. "Tuesday night, prayer meeting. Thursday night, preaching. Bev. D. L. Langford, pastor; Lizie thomas, reporter. Sunday will be the end of Sacrificial Loyalty week. No matter what other urgency claims your attention, do not lose sight of this. This call and cause is scriptural and it will appeal to earnest Christians. While it Over The Rental of the BUILDING Notice Offices For Rent And Business Men THY R. E. CO. For Rent In The West End, and Locate You. "COLORED PEOPLE" Reliable BIS REALTY CO OTHERS FAIL Rents Collected—Notary Public Estates Managed LINES LINDELL 3391 The Great West—Corner of Sunny Avenues is a local congregational great, yet its results are world wide. Much of it is to be sent over for foreign mission fields. Not one man or woman in St. Louis has been hurt through giving to charity. All of the talk of the city being oversubscribed is hunk. The same is true of this and all other churches. All the large envelopes in Sunday, Mrs. Odesa Parker has been given to her. Mrs. Odesa Parker at 123 Morgan. There is none better, and none of the class and service as reasonable. Mrs. Parker has always been conscientious in her obligations. When down town drop-in, 11 to 3. A boy is a great institution. One's examination paper had this answer: "A circle is a round line with no kninks in it, and joined so you can't tell where it started." Explained at last, First little girl; "Do you believe there is a devil?" Second ditch: "No. It's like Santa Claus. It's your friend. You can't wear it puts into life. Start them right, Keep them in Sunday school. You are building for eternity. Mrs. Cooper, Gery dear mother of Mrs. Sue Bradley, is quite feeble. Her great work has been to love the Lords appearing, and there is a special reward for every one who so does. Only the fire saints keep up that daily watch. Master Jos. Thomas will lead the C. E. Tople. Friendship in Industrial Missions. The attendance committee sounds its fare in for next Sunday." The fall from bed informs us that the missionary box formed before Christmas has not been received, but he has information that it is on the way. He is now at West Point. Miss. Mrs. N. B. Jelks was called to Louisiana by the death of a niece, Vera Cornet. We extend our sympathy. "If you have a word of cheer, Speak it, while I'm alive to hear!" MEN WANTED To Learn Auto Mechanics, Battery Business and Gas Welding, Tuition $125. Men earn living expenses while learning. For Race men only. PITTSBURG, KANSAS All Admire Her Lovely Hair Few people who meet this beautiful girl know how she obtained the gloriously lovely hair that now makes her admired by all who see her. It was it was Exelento Quinine Pomade that rid her scalp of all dandruff and made, her hair grow long, silky soft, and luxurient. It made her hair fairly glow with life and gave it a pretty, glossy sheen. It delighted with Exelento Quinine Pomade, she tried Exelento Skin Beautifier for sallow complexions and skin bleemishes. 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Mrs. Alliea Leasure entertained the Missionary Society. Feb. 12. Every body enjoyed the meeting. PARKS CHAPEL A. M. E Webster Groves, Mo. Sunday was another successful day for our church. Quite a nice number of members and visitors were present to witness the great sermon delivered by the pastor, Rev. Jno. L. Williams, from the text Acts 23:12, subject, "A Good Conscience". If you want to hear the Gospel of Christ in all its purity, visit here and we are sure you will be benefited. The entertainment on last Thursday evening of Stewardess Board No. 2 was quite profitable. The various auxiliaries are doing nicely. VANDALIA, MO. Rev. Kykendall, pastor of the C. M. E. church proached a wonderful sermon Sunday morning. His text was "How shall we neglect so great a salvation? "*** The Sunday School and B. Y. P. u. at the second Baptist church were well attended. *** Mrs. Elizabeth Mason left Saturday for St. Joseph for a visit with friends. *** Miss Maggie Price spent a few days in Mexico last week. *** Mr. and Mrs. L. U. D. Carter were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Dillis, Sunday. Mrs. Mary Collis, Monday. Mrs. Chara Todd and daughter of Columbia. Me. are visiting friends in Vandalia this week. *** Mrs. Emma Black is making a visit to relatives in Hannibal. *** The Missionary club met with Mrs. Gertrude Salmon Thursday evening. A most excellent luncheon was served. *** The Reporter has been somewhat indulged for the past two weeks. *** Mrs. Velma Price is rapidly recovering from a recent illness. *** Mrs. Little Grimnett is the guest of her mother. Mo. *** Mrs. Maggie Walt and her son Harry are on the sick list. Miss Ellen Robinson of Columbia was the dinner guest of Miss Temple Collier Sunday. *** Mrs. Heater House reports that she is improving. *** Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Brown had as their dinner guests Sunday Mr. and Mrs. Ben Grin.mett. *** Miss Pearl Sutton went to Jefferson City Monday to join her brother Glenn. While there she will act as agent for the Mine. Essex hair preparation. Mr. and Mrs. Ben proving. *** Mr. Ben Radford is an elite U. M. Willard is organizing a Brass Band. We hope he will be successful. *** Mrs. Clara Told was the dinner guest of her sister in law, Mrs. Lottie Jackson, Monday. *** Read the Argus and get the news. HANNIBAL, MO. A revival meeting is in progress at the Scott's Chapel M. E. church. The pastor, Rev. F. D. Avant is being assisted by Rev. K. King of Springfield. Ohio. *** The Douglass Life Insurance Co., through their agent, W. H. Dixon, has paid $135.00 in sick claims since January 1. *** Mr. Berry Ambers has purchased a new auto truck to be used in the transfere business he is establishing. *** Mrs. S. L. Brooks went to St. Louis and he has hired her husband, Brooks, who is in a hospital there. *** The Brotherhood of the Eighth and Center Sts, Baptist church will give a Mock Trial February 24. The case is a breach of promise suit. About forty characters are involved in the trial. From the interest that is being shown, the attendance will be large. *** Mrs. Eva Washington who has been in Lovering Hospital for more than a week is at home again. *** Mr. S. W. Hobbs, who recently purchased a confectionery store formerly conducted by S. A. Bryant, is enjoying a large patio, and he has made a bed by the pastor, Rev. Beck of 8th and Center Sts, church that a revival meeting will begin at the church, March 31, Rev. E. W. Perry, pastor evangelist of Oklahoma City, Okla., will be in charge of the meeting. A senior and junior chorus are being formed to lead the singing. Rev. Perry is reported to be one of the best preachers of the National Baptist Convention. *** Mrs. Francis Williams, who was severely burned about the neck and chest when her clothing caught on fire from a lighted candle recently, is being interviewed by Mrs. Foster of Wither's Mill, entertained at dinner last week. Mr. and Mrs. Franklin Harris, and Mr. and Mrs. Perry Ambers. *** Any one in Hannah having hews for the Argus, will call Mrs. Daisy Brown, Phone 363, not later than Monday of each week. YUCATAN, MO. St. Clair Taylor, Reporter. W was a beautiful day despite the muddy roads. The Sunday School lesson, subject, "Jesus in Gethsemane" was well discussed; a large crowd was present and everyone seemed interested in the lesson. Nor very many were present at the lesson. The Sunday School, Supt., Rev. W. M. Ross and the B. Y. P. U. Pres. Miss Nannie Taylor are planning to make their work a great success. **Mrs. Amelia Brown is again indisposed. *** Prof. J. W. Butler and Miss Lena May Thomas are also indisposed. *** The program given at Williamsburg Saturday night under the supervision of Miss Dorothy Johnson, was enjoyed by all. **Mrs. Millie "Johnson and children, Velma and Benjamin and Mrs. Cornellus Curtis spent Sunday with Rev. and Rev. W. M. Ross and Budley and Mr. Earl Lewis spent the day at home *** Mr. R. K Taylor was an evening caller of Miss Dorothy Johnson. *** Mr. William Baker last week to make his home, for a while, in Fulton, Mo, with his mother. *** The Argus contains the news you know, so never refuse to buy it. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY NOTES Jefferson City, Mo. The Dramatic Art Club, with Mr. Allahe Hudnell, president and Miss Ethelne Probst, supervisor, gave a Lincoln-Douglas program Thursday, February 12 at Page Auditorium. **Mr. Otis E. Finley, Dean of Men** was a St. Louis visitor last week. He was accompanied by Mr. Frank Harris who attended the Student Volunteer Movement as a delegate from the local Y. M. C. A. **President N. B. Young will depart, the inter part of the week to attend the important Superintendent's meeting of the N. E. K. A. has been an active member since 1896. **Mr. B. F. Bowlen, registered lobbyist, addressed the students of Lincoln University at Vesper Services Sunday.** **The "Mysterious Seven" gave a Valentine party Saturday night in the Music room. Among those present were Messrs. Pryor, Williams, Barkside, Hayes and Dr. Graves, Misses Harris, Edmondson, Lawless, McGee, Wright, Porter, Wilkins and Banks and Mrs. Pinkley, Miss S. E. Pryor entertained the Wheaton University with a social Wednesday evening. **Miss A. E. Cottrell has returned from Oklahoma City where she gave a very commendable recital.** Mrs. Lulu Lee, Matron of Earnes, Krekel Hall spent the latter part of the week in Boonville. Her brother, Mr. Shabby of Kansas City, accompanied her back to Jefferson City. **Mr. O. O. Nance, our Fichl Agent, has been temporarily appointed as assistant inspector of High schools. He is now working with the University Vesper Society.** **Lincoln University was inspected by Sen. Phil M. Donnely one day last week.** Mr. M and Mrs. W. B. Jones have been called to St. Louis on account of the serious illness of Mrs. Jason's brother. The sick of the community are some better. *** Rev. Jno. Alexander returned home last week after helping in a revival meeting at Palmyra several nights. *** The Valentine entertainments given on Friday night at the Baptist church and Saturday night at the A. M. E. church were both very successful and well attended. *** Miss Sigoria Nelson is spending the week in St. Louis. *** The Misses Gasberry of Frankfort spent the week end with Miss Artemus Higgins. *** Mrs. Jane Hamilton returned home from Council Bluff, Iowa, after several weeks visit with her daughter and son, Mrs. and Mrs. Jones. *** Mrs. Palestine Hobbs of Curryville is visiting her mother for a few days. *** The reporter was very glad to receive a card from Mrs. Mattle Covington, Saturday which stated she was still improving. ELSBERRY, CO. Mr. Stanley Boone and Rollin Samson have returned to St. Louis after spending several days with relatives and friends. *** Miss Eva Davis last last Wednesday for Chicago, Ohio. *** There will be a Mock Circus at the M. E. church, Saturday, Feb. 28. *** Mrs. Mollie Steele was the dinner guest of Mrs. Julia Thompson last Tuesday. *** Miss Rowena Davis left Saturday evening for Kansas City, Kansas. Mrs. Steele was the dinner guest of Louis by her uncle, Mrs. Viola Webster. *** The pupils of the 5th, 6th and 7th grades of Dunbar school will give the comedy "All a Mistake." Friday night, March 6 at the school. *** Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Watson entertained Mr. Stanley Boone and Rollin Swanson at lunchcon, Friday noon. *** Mrs. Florence Dameron of Louisiana was visiting in Elsberry, Sunday; also Mrs. Addie White. *** Mr. Charles Smith and Mr. Richard Wheeler are so cute and funny that the Ladies Aid Society of the M. E. church met with Mrs. Minnie Richards, last Friday. *** The L. M. of the A. M. E. church met at the parishage with Mrs. L. E. Sparks, Thursday. *** Those on the sick list are little Arnold Wells-Bolden, Bent Wilhoit, Mrs. Ossie Webster, Mrs. James Watts and Mr. Frak Boone. TROY, MO. Willie Hastings returned from Galoisburg last week. *** The Valentine social at Wesley Chapel was a decided success. *** The sick are all convalescent. *** Mrs. Georgia Macklee was a pleasant visitor at Lincoln school, Monday at m. *** William A. Hammond was sick a few days last week. *** The members of Wesley Chapel will hold a rally and pay tribute to Fanny J. Crosby on March k. *** Mr. Daniel Cannon of Moscow Mills was here attending the Missionary program Sunday 'night. *** Roy Geiger of Auburn was here Sunday. *** The Rey W. H. Smith was the dinner guest of Mrs. Lacatia Tanter Sunday. Wesley Chapel Sunday is a memorial program Sunday night and the direction of Mrs. Carrie L. Robinson. *** Rey. Fred Lindsay is on the sick list. *** We are pleased to report that Mrs. Luci Crenshaw is convalescent. *** Aunt Mary Ellen Bayse is indisposed at this writing. *** The following item was omitted last week—Mrs. Amonita Hall entertained Sunday, February 1 in honor of Mrs. Elizabeth Cook of Chicago, Ill., and Mrs. Vermager Hammond of St Louis, Mo. *** Little Powhatan渤, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joe Sydnor, is very ill with pneumonia. NAPTON, MO. Rev. Wm. Steward was operated on at Marshall, Saturday night. He is reported doing nicely. *** The work on the coal shaft is progressing nicely. Mr. John Jackson of Bonne Springs, Kansas, has the contract. *** Mr. and Mrs. John Irving's two daughters of Marshall, paid them a vhit. Sunday. *** Mrs. Pearl Everthr is on the sick list is convalescing Mr. Isaac White. What a difference from Kansas City, where he attended the funeral of his uncle. *** The Parent-Teachers Association will give a Community Spelling Match at the school building Saturday night. Feb. 21. *** ST. LOUIS ARGUS, FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 1925 Rev. G. A. Terry and family have moved to Adrienne. We regret to wish success in their new home. **Mrs. Ellen White will leave for St. Louis next week, where she will visit her son. *** Mr. and Mrs. Jas. Chatman and daughter were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Banty, Sunday. *** Rev. J. Y. Jackson, pastor the house of meetings as soon as the weather conditions will permit. *** If you wish to know what the race is doing, read the Argus. preached at the A. M. Rev. Green. 2:45 clock success in their new home. **** Batter spent the week Green as the guest Green and wife. *** Mr. Burns and Mrs. Burns due to meetings as soon as the weather conditions will permit. *** If you wish to know what the race is doing, read the Argus. **** The owner of a new Miss Daisy Chatman MEXICO, MO. HUNTSVILLE, MO. Rev, R. O, Johnson filmed the pulpit morning and evening. The church is progressing in every department. *Mrs. A. E. Johnson is indisposed. **** Rev. J. S. Downey visited Mr. and Mrs. I. A. Robinson-last week **** Miss Daisy Maryland visited in Clifton Hill, Mo. last week **** Mrs. Mollie Black came from Chicago to attend the funeral of her brother, Mr. Richard Humphrey, which was held at R. L. Patton's undertaking parish. **** Mrs. Hooke officiated **** Sunday afternoon at 2:30 p. m. the funeral of Mr. Lewis Roult, husband of Mrs. Lacey Rautt, was praised at Lovell chapel A. M. E. church, under the apples of Finney Lodge No. 59, Revs. H, Hooks, G. W. Leach and R. O. Johnson filled the pulpit. Miss Valeria Thomas and Mrs Thiry Thomas Taylor of St. Louis were called home owing to the biness of their mother, Mrs. A. L. Thomas. Mrs. Thomas has been ill for some time. Her many friends wish her a speedy recovery. *** Mrs. Lizzie young and Mrs. Laura LaRue gave a Valentine ten. February 14, at Mrs. Young's home on Miller street. Mrs. Lula Abbott assisted them. Hours 4 to 10. *** Mrs. Frank Graham entertained friends last Saturday at Valentine's birthday home on Lafayette street. A delicious luncheon was served. ** Rev. Raleigh of St. Louis, preached the morning and nightservices at the Second Baptist church, Inst Sunday. Rev. Raleigh is visiting his wife, who is secretary to Representative Moore during Legislature. Mrs. Raleigh is stopping with Rev. and Mrs. E. Scruggs. NAZAKENE BBAPTIST Services Sunday were wonderfully instructed. Rev. F. Henry preached a wonderful sermon from Matt. 1:18. Subject, "The birth of the church." 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Mendes Salice and Bertie Robinson are on the sick list. ** William Sydor was a St. Charles visitor this week. ** Mendes Fran Sydor and Mendes Fran and Inley Welch were Marrionton visitors in Sunday. ** Mrs. Jesse Green—and son, Leslie Luckett, moved to St. Louis Saturday. ** Mrs. Leen Sanders of Perl, visited Mrs. Josephine Sydor, Saturday and Sunday. ** Mrs. Pusha Gibson was called to the bedside of her son, who is very ill in Mexico. ** Ms. Cora Matthews returned home from Mexico, where she has been visiting her brother for several weeks. ** Gibson school observed Lincoln's birthday inst. Thursday. Robert Wyllatt was master of ceremonies. ** Sunday being our regular meeting day, our pastor, Rev. Denny, delivered a wonderful sermon. We wished more could have been benefited by hearing Mrs. William Adhung and Gorge Welch, delegates to the Annual Conference at St. Louis. ** Mr. Lacunen Bull held the lucky number and won the cake at the Valentine entertainment. ** Mrs. Macy Shums of St. Louis, was a recent visitor here. ** Mr. David Sanders and Alonzo Abington of Forlister, were here Saturday. ** Mr. William Abington worshipped with us Sunday. ** Mrs. Leslie Wyllie entertained a few of her friends in honor of her birth day. ** Sweet Orange Temple met in their regular meeting with their W. P., Mrs. Bertie Robinson, presiding. ** Mrs. Lillian Keltley is now agent for McBrady Co. ST. JAMES BAPTIST The St. James Sunday school, had a march attendance; Sunday morning, Deacon Chuck, 1:39 a.m., held a belfold, Prayer by Bro. Smith, Song, "I heard the voice of Jesus say," Scripture reading by Rev. Hopei, Dan, 5:1:31, Song, "In the cleft, O rock of Ages," Prayer by Rev. Parker, Rev. 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WELL—IM SURE WE CAN PLEASE YOU FROM TO-MORROW ON YOU CAN HAVE THE SHORTEST HOURS THAT THIS CONCERN HAS EVER GIVEN- AND THAT IS TO STAY OFF ALL TO-GETHER Questions pertaining to Negro history anywhere, if of general interest and not too long, will be answered by Mr. Parker, in this column. When space will not permit or the subject is not suitable, letters will be personally answered, subject to proper limitations, and when a stamped envelope is enclosed. Address all communications to George Wells Parker, the Associated Negro Press, 3423 Indiana Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. Copyright, 1924, by Associated Negro Press. Were the Persians a colored race? B. N. K. Raleigh, N. C. The founders of the Persian people were closely akin to the Ethiopians and both the Persian and Median nations were founded by people of African descent, according to their own legends. Tithousan, king of Ethiopia, and his son, Memmon, were the builders of the first cielel. A line of Ethiopian kings were mentioned as having fled in the Shah Namch, the Persian epic. As late as the time of Nexxes the Persian monarchs bounced from desert to desert who was gold find of Persian, who was of African descent and huddled at Andromeda, an Ethiopian princess. Felix Luschan noted ethnologist, chains he has never found, the Nordic type among—the true Persians. Were any of the Biblical prophets Negroes? R. B. K. Memphis, Teh. The early prophets of Israel were a pretty dark bunch. Moses is represented as a typical Negro in a painting now in Berlin and in old prints from Hebrew sources, all of the prophets are represented as exceedingly Negroid. In fact, the ancient Hebrews were a very much milled people and even today there are thousands of them in Palestine who are typically Negro in everything save their language alone. Is there any test to distinguish Negro blood from white blood? G. F. T. Cloehead. None. There have been claims, but they are false. The most minute microscopic tests have never been able to develop any difference. Human blood is the same throughout the world. Was Cleopatra a colored woman? D. L. O. Corinth, Miss. Cleopatra was a malatto and a mixture of Greek and Egyptian. HOOSIT? By Robert P. Edwards For the Associated Negro Press. 2 He was the color bearer of the in- troduction of the Massachusetts hospital for Wagner was shot through both legs, crawling on his knees he held on to the flag until he was relieved at the battle- ments. On being carried back to the field hospital he met another com- pany going to be charged, and rais- ing up from the officers he ordered the ground." *Honest* 2. Answer to Hoosit 1 - Samuel Cottering Taylor. THE WHATNOT COLUMN By Robert P. Edwards *For the Associated Negro Press.* 184. Was the Missouri Compro- mise ever repeated? All that remained unorganized of the Louisiana Purchase including the present States of, Kansas, Nebraska and the Dakotas, with parts of Colo-rado, Wyoming and Montana, was divided "between" two territories, named Nebraska and Kansas, but an organization act which re-organized the territories as "positions" and provided that States formed hereafter from these territories should be "received into the Union with or without slavery, as their constitutions may prescribe." "This" organizing act became effective in 1854. 165. What were the pro-slavery demands against Abolition? Maddened by the activities of the Abolitionists, the extreme champions of slavery began wild efforts to suppress all expressions of opinion within the system of human bond, their own. They demanded that no modern community that no person of color or meeting should be permitted to discuss slavery in a hostile tone; they also demanded of congress that anti-slavery writings should be excused from the mails, and that no petition concerning slavery should be received by the government, in other houses. 166. What is the Willis Request? Under the will of Senator William Villas, of Wisconsin, who died in 1905, provision was made for ten scholarships and ten fellowships for persons of Negro descent at the University of Wisconsin. It is provided that ten undergraduate scholarships and ten fellowships are to be established for the encouragement of musket talent, or to promote the appreciation of music. The trustees were An. instructed to provide for one hundred more undergraduate scholarships with salaries ranging from $300 to $600 each, to each of which graduates of the University shall be afp pointed. OUT OF TOWN NEWS but as their dinner guests Sunday evening, Mrs. Clara Kemp, Miss Josephine and Mattie Matthews and Little Mogell White. *** Messrs. Clarley and Ed McFadden left Monday to be at the bedside of their sister, Miss Nannie McFadden of St. Louis. *** There will be a literary entertainment at the Baptist church Saturday night, February 21. You are cordially invited to attend. There will be refreshments. CHICAGO, IL. Hundreds of citizens from Morgan Park, Exonation, Lake Forest, Glencoe and Maywood came to the city proper to witness the basketball game at the 5th Regiment Armory, on Feb. 12, between the Wendell Phillips High School of this city and the Armstrong High School of Washington, D.C. So many were in attendance at the game that hundreds of people came to gathit Wendell Phillips *** Earn arrangement is being pushed by the Bulldog Committee of Dr. DeBorain Loge No. 44, L. B. P. O. E. W. to be able to occupy their new hours at 3:20 Grand boulevard, in the spring. Atty. A. E. Patterson is chairman and James C. Martin is Exalted Ruler. *** During the past few days many members of the race have purchased sites at 3:20 and State Residence and Petrie avenues as their new homes through the valley Realty Co., 3655 S. St. John's, which M. E. Bailey is president ** A large delegation of Chicagoans is preparing to go to Washington on the Inaugural Special, March 1, and elaborate preparations are being made for the trip. MARTINSBURG, MO. The Lord blessed us Sunday both spiritually and financially. Our pastor used these words for his txt Sunday morning "Follow me I" and night, "To whom shall I go." It was a great day in Zion. Larger crowds and good collections. **Mrs. M. P. Bokking was a caller at Lincoln Public Delivering Welcome her back.** **Mr. John Green is a new subscriber to the Argus.** **Mr. Roger Moore, who went to Mexicos last week to work, got hurt and is now confined to his room.** **Mrs. Jno. Moore spent the week end at Mexico visiting her daughter, Mrs. Ralph Fatterson.** **Those on the sick list are improving.** **Mr. W. S. Martin was a Mexico visitor Sunday.** **Mrs. Harold Bright is visiting her father, Mr. Emanuel Nickons.** **Mrs. Alice Chambers and granddaughter who have been visiting near Boston, have returned home.** **Mrs. Bertha Manning was here Sunday to see her mother, Mrs. Julia Mahaney.** BOPLAR BLUFF, MO. attendance. *** The community was pleased to know that Mr. George Allen and Mr. E. N. Hoye, who are in the hospital at St. Louis, are improving. *** Mr. and Mrs. Josh Allen, who are now residing in Hoxie, Ark, for the winter, are at home to spend a few days. *** Mrs. Rosa Allen has returned from St. Louis, where she went to visit her husband, who is in the hospital. *** Mrs. Myrtle Graham from Colt, Ark. is visiting the Allen family. *** Mr. Chester Stone and Miss Paceke were quietly married Sunday evening, and are now residing with Mr. Stone, 50th street. *** Mrs. Corn Lee of Alces-street, entertained the Stewartess Board-lists-Friday afternoon. Next place of meeting at Mrs. C. C. Smith's, Friday, the 20th Mrs. Jennie Spencer, president. *** Rev. J. Thomas of Morcoe, after a long illness of the flu, has entirely recovered. *** The sick of the community are Mrs. Lizzie Polk, who remains very ill. Mrs. Mable Young and Mrs. Ern Polk. *** Mrs. Mary Thomas was visited by several of her schoolmates. Sunday. *** Morcoe will receive the soil news of the Moore war, and will visit the community to spend their sympathy. *** The opportunity is open for those who desire to attend night school, which is now instructed quickly under the instructions of Rev. J. O. S. Thompson. *** State Grand Master S. E. Towsend was out of town last week attending the State Grand Masters' Council of the M. T. of A. held at Little Rock He also visited others. He explained fully the meaning of the campaign membership drive. *Rev. Bishop returned from Tanner, Mo, where he held services Sunday. *** Mr. Henry Scott and Mr. Allen Moore were reported very sick last week. We are glad to state at this writing that Mr. Scott and Mrs. J. W. Taylor is improving slowly. Mrs. Loh McKeen is better. Mrs. Kula Mills, after her accident, is improving. *** Mrs. Fannie Allen was able to call on Mrs. Boll Bridget-Sunny. *** Mrs. Willie Clemson will be very glad to have her friend call and see her. She is improving slowly. *** Mr. Lyman Carter of Loper, Mo, spent the week end with relatives. *** Miss Opal Woods is indisposed. PINE BLUFF, ARK. fossed in saving hope in Christ. We give here the number of converts by grades: Junior class 3, freshman 6 grade 8, senior 6th grade 2; Junior 8th grade 6, senior 4th grade 17; Junior 5th grade 9, junior 4th grade 7; Junior 7th grade 2, senior 6th grade 2, senior 7th grade 6, senior 6th grade 2, Junior 6th grade 9; senior 5th grade 8. It would be of much pleasure to us if we could give the name of each student convert in this issue of the Argus. We may in our next issue, if space will allow us to do so. Because of the wonderful success of this revival at Merrill High, the ministers of the city and teachers of the school deserve our heartiest commendations. **Mrs. M. Chickasaw**, is at Merrill High. **Tina You**, at 1022 Mo. street. **Mrs. Ophalia Crawford** and her little brother, Charles, left for Trenton, N. J., this week. They were sent for by their brother, Joseph, who lives in that city. These children had the misfortune recently of losing their mother, Mrs. Elizabeth Crawford, of 1005 Mo. St. ALTON, ILL ALTON, ILL. Rev. Patton of Mayfield, Ky., is here in Alton carrying on a revival at Campbell Chapel A. M. E. church on Fourth street, Rev. Sherman, pastor. **Rev E. D. Green of the Union Baptist church on Seventh St. encroached an execretal subject. What is that in Thine Hand?" — Exodus 4:2. St. John's Baptist church was blessed Sunday night by the presence of Rev. Batman who preached an excellent sermon. The Sewing Circle of St. John's church met at the home of Mrs. Renia Bucha, Friday, Feb. 13. Meeting was opened by prayer by the president. After meeting a delicious lunch was served. *** Mrs. Calvin Edwards, one of Olds' oldest citizens, departed this life last week. Edwards will be aged 10 years of age and leaves a daughter and son to mourn their loss. *** The Good Sataritan club met Thursday, Feb. 19 at 2 p. m. at the home of Mrs. McDougall, Mrs. O. Walker, president. *** The Merry Hearts' Sewing Club for young married women entertained their friends at the home of Mrs. Celia Hamilton, 1117 Harrison St. Saturday, Feb. 14, with a Valentina party. Miss Corelia Perkins recieved the prize as the winner of the Joseph Cahill motored to Edwardville. Sunday, Feb. 15, to the day the day. *** Those on the sick lt are: Master Kenneth Walker, Miss Elizabeth Herron, Mrs. Zelma Mosby, Mrs. Smoot, Mr. Green, Edward Knight and Fayett Carroll. CARBONDALE, ILL. The Basket Ball team of Attucks, High school defeated Cairo Friday night. Score 20 to 14. Mr. Tom Nichols went to Cairo with the team and witnessed the game. He attended a Spartan attending the Carbondale quarterly meeting. **Rev J. R. Wright filled the pulpit morning and evening at Olivet Free Baptist church. *** Mrs. Bertha Perdins and Mrs. J. E. Williams left Sunday morning for New Madrid to attend the funeral of their cousin, Mrs. Stella Randolph. *** Mr. Benison is able to be back at work. *** Mr. Luther Woods is on the sick list. *** Mr. Arthur Clarkson is improving at the hospital after an operation on the foot. *** Miss Zila Attkins and Mabe Wheeler the Ball game at Calico last Friday night. *** Rev Prince is in Marion conducting a revival for Rev Davis. *** There will be a Pink Tea at Rock Hill Baptist church, Saturday night. *** Rev Wiley of the A. M. E. church and his members went to Rock Hill Baptist church Sunday to assist the Mission circle in their rally. *** Mrs. Johnson of Tulsa, Oklahoma, spent a few days in the city last week the guest of Mrs. O. B. Thompson. *** Dr. and Mrs. O. B. Thompson motored to Duquette. The football game night at the C. M. E. church was a success. Sunday services were largely attended, with two additions and one convert. *** Sister Harris preached in the afternoon. *** Rev Jewel Thomas filled the pulpit morning and evening at Hopewell Baptist church. Sunday. **Phone your news to 425-Y. BRINKLEY. ARK. Rev. W. L. Deperson of Batevillage, Ark., filled the palpit at M. Olive last Sunday. Services, were good. *** Rev. Wilson, pastor of M. Zildin preached two great sermons to his people Sunday. The B. Y. P. U., the Sunday School and the Sister's Local all reordered good services and excellent programs last Sunday. *** Prof. C. A. Getts made quite an inspiring lecture to a crowded auditorium at First Baptist church last Sunday night. **** Mrs. Martha Pearing of Lee County visited Mrs. Etta Payne the past week. **** Miss Corone Rankins of Memphis is visiting Mrs. W. L. Bonds. **** Mrs. Susie Hurd of Cotton Plant spent a few days with Mrs. Mittle Doyle. **** Mrs. Susie spent Sunday with people of St. John's Church on a birthday. **** The Ames can be found at the Getts Fruit and Confectionery stand. Go there and get your paper if you fail to see the paper man. **** Leave your news at the Getts Confectionery. FARMINGTON, MO. At the fish fry at St. Luke's Thursday day evening, the beautiful quit and rug made by Rev. Thurman were on exhibition. The art club will have to step up to tie with him. The entertainment was a financial success. **Mrs. Maria Daquhit was hostess to the Stewardess' Board. Thursday.** Lincoln Day was observed at Duglass school with songs, readings, marcheschool. **Mr. Henry Amonette and family. Mr. Frank Staten and family and Mr. and Mrs. James Cayce enjoyed Sunday, at Fronton.** **Mr. Comfort Staten has returned to Coffman.** **Mr. J. P. Eyans was hostess to the Every Reads Tuesday evening.** **Miss Cornelia Farnes returned home Tuesday. Mrs. Tillman, with whom she went to reside, passed away after a brief illness.** **Read current events in the Argus and then read the events in the Corkman was not Sunday.** **Mr. Geo Robinson, and randonen, Kenneth, Mrs. Frank Shores and son, Mrs. Mirrane and Eatinn Alexander of Bonne Terre, were the guests of the reporter and other friends Sunday.** **Mr. Lewis Murphy of Crystal City, enjoyed Sunday here.** **Misses Laurine Boddie and Audel Cayce went to Crystal City, Sunday.** **Mr. Clara Kemp and daughter returned to Fredericktown. Saturday. They were accompanied to De Lassus by Miss Cornelia Franks and Anna Taylor.** **The Valentine social conducted by Miss Ethanelle Cayce at St. Paul, was a success. The efficient postmistress, Miss Parnell Cayce, did not send much mail to the dead letter office.** **R. K. Woods was the dinner guest of Mrs. K. Woods with Sunday.** **Mrs. Eliza Blazer and Mrs. Blazer the addresses were by Rev. Woods and Mr. Baker. Baker夕夜 evening at St. Paul, were timely and interesting.** **Miss Dearlett Swink and Mrs. John Reed came up Friday en route to Festus to an educational meeting of teachers in adjoining counties.** **Mr. Peter Hill is able to be out, the quite indulished.** **Mr. Lewis Smith is able to be out again.** **Mrs. Emma Franks will be glad to take the notes for the Argus when you cannot reach the reporter. ** The campus of Mr. Chas. Baker is quite a scene for crying.** He said, "that they are quite out of season. The groundhog might have seen his shadow. ** Mr. and Mrs. John Baker and Miss Lauri Wilburn, attended the dance at Crystal City, Monday.** Mrs. James Cayce is spending the week at Frederickton. CHAMPAIGN. ILL. **CHAMPION, ILX** Sunny was the second quarterly meeting of the M. E. church, P. E. James preached morning and evening. At 3 p. m. Rev. W. M. Warf pastor of the C. M. E. church, filled the pulpit. His choral and congregation were also present. It was expressed by the P. E. that the two churches were more in union than they had been for years. The total collection reported at 3 p. m. was $124.00. St. Luke's C. M. E. church, Rev. W. M. Warf, pastor. The congregation continues to increase and the church is progressing rapidly, both spiritually not financially. *Collection for the day, $90. Next Sunday morning the pastor will preach a special service, special duty to God*. Rev. Harvey, pastor of Salem Baptist church filled his pulpit Sunday morning and evening. His revival has just closed with very good success. *Rev. Turner, pastor Morning Star Baptist church, filled his pulpit, Sunday; also Rev. McKeen, pastor of Mr. Olive Baptist church **** The Ministerial Council reorganized and met Tuesday at the C. M. E. parsonage. Rev Hayley was elected president! Rev. Warf, vice president; Rev. Anderson, secretary. **** The Legions held a meeting Wednesday night at Bethel A. M. E. church, Dr. Simpson, supervise, seems to be very devoted to the work, and I am very proud of our people. Mr. Henry Illuminair was very sick. He is in an injured man. **** Mrs. Hattie Davis, who has been on the sick list all the winter, is able to be out again. **** Rev. and Mrs. Warf were the guests of Mother Hopkins last Sunday. **** The little son of Mr. and Mrs. Pickens of Eureka street has been sick for some time. but is much better. ** You should make it your business to see the beautiful quilt of one independent club of the C. M. E. church, which will be given to the one holding the lucky number Thursday, Feb. 26. Buy your tickets and, bring them to the church on said night. Sunday, Rev. C. A. Adams was at his best and preached a very excellent sermon in the morning from I Peter 3:18. Subject, *Grow in grace and the knowledge* of *On Love and Saviour Jesus* *with every heart* was made possible. On account of those beings almost impossible, the crowd was small. Collection $14.80 At 7:30 p.m. m. we had an old fashioned covenant meeting, after which the pastor preached another powerful sermon. We believe the First Baptist church is taking on new spiritual life this year. **Ms. Frances Lewis is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Dan Watts of Clarksville, Mo.** **Ms. Willene Douglas is visiting her sister, Mrs. R. C. Parsons, of Carso, Mo.** **Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Douglas and Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Turner of Clarksville, worshipped with us Sunday. Master Harry N. Simon is on the slick list. **School was closed Monday on account of the teacher being ill.** **Mr. and Mrs. Joe Perkins worshipped with us Sunday, and were dinner guests of ours and Mrs. Joe Perkins. Mrs. Joe Perkins was brought to daughter, Miss Alta M., and son Master Robert, were guests of Mrs. R. H. Simon Sunday. **Ms. Alice L. Turner entertained at dinner, Sunday, Rev. A. A. Adams, Mrs. Elia Walker and grand-daughter, Glyndola Webb, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Douglas and Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Turner. **Mr. Chas. Vaughn spent the past week with his father, Mr. James Vaughn, of Davis Chapel.** **Ms Arma N. Thomas spent Sunday with Mrs Lillian J. Conway.** **Ms Lottie Douglas is a new subscriber of the Argus.** **Read the Argus, the race paper.** Usually the better half gets the Like Hungry Sharks