St. Paul Echo

REIGN OF TERROR IN AIKEN DISCLOSED THE ECHO is receiving congratulations this week on its first birthday. It is pledging to the community a continuance of good service. VOL. 2, NO.1 REIGN BRUCE, ADAMS KEEP VOTE FOR BOLEY NEGROES Writ of Prohibition Denied Officials of Okfuskee County, Oklahoma. Second Okla. Case Whites Timed Case to Come Immediately Before Election, November 2. By James N. Smith. Negro citizens of Boley, Okla., will be allowed to vote. The work of attorneys J. J. Bruce and Spencer Adams in Judge Sanborn's court Monday and Tuesday guarantees that debated right to colored citizens of the Oklahoma town. County Acts. The case just decided is one which grows out of the Boley registration case which was successfully argued here by the same lawyers in May. Registration officials of Okfuskee county, Oklahoma, petitioned for a writ of prohibition which would have been, if granted, the overthrow of the colored people's right to the franchise in the county. Boley, a town of about 3,000 people, all of whom are colored, is in Okfuskee county, and the measure was aimed directly at the town. Bruce Brilliant. Atty. Bruce made a brilliant argument before the court. He started quietly and positively, and as his argument became more heated, he grew both eloquent and demonstrative. Shaking his finger in the face of Sid White, Oklahoma's noted white cowboy lawyer, Bruce proved that White had misrepresented the facts in certain fine points of the case. At the conclusion of the hearing, the writ was denied, leaving the colored lawyers completely successful. (Continued on page 4) ARMISTICE DAY KEY OF PROGRAM Minneapolis Forum Will Present Johnny Baker Post at Sunday Afternoon Meeting. A special Armistice Day service by Johnny Baker Post No. 291, American Legion, will mark the program of the Forum, at the Phyllis Wheatley house, 808 Bassett Place, Sunday afternoon, No. 7. This is in line with one of the purposes of the Forum to celebrate those days which are of especial interest to the whole American public, as well as those days of particular interest to our group. The following program will be presented: Music—Johnny Baker Post orchestra. Preamble to the Constitution of the American Legion—Tela Birt. The Negro Civilian in the World War—Martin Brown. The Negro Soldier in the World War—Webster Stovall. Music—Johnny Baker Post Quartette. Remarks—Commander B. F. Perry. Song—Post and audience. Taps—The Post bugler. The Forum urges every citizen to join in the celebration. The meeting will begin promptly at 3:30 p.m., according to W. M. Smith, chairman of the publicity committee, and Mrs. Jessie Shepard, chairman of the program committee. W. C. Jeffrey is president of the Minneapolis Forum. AMES PREPARES THRILLS Attorney Mr. R. Morris announced at the Ames, 106 Cabaret held in Minneapolis every Thursday night that their Festival to be held, beginning Monday evening Nov. 15 to 20, inclusive, will give thrill after thrill. Amusements that have never been pulled before any of our group will be uncorked by the committee. The St. Paul Echo ONE YEAR AGO THIS WEEK Walter F. White, assistant secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, arrived in the city to make a series of talks for the Sweet fund. Mrs. Nettie Loomis, 402 St. Anthony Ave., a resident of St. Paul since 1881, died at her home. Mrs. Cleota Morrow Campbell and son sustained severe injuries when a service truck of the St. Paul Laundry skidded up on the sidewalk, damaging an iron post and striking the two pedestrians. The first mortuary and funeral chapel in the city to be owned and operated solely by a Negro was opened by A. J. McGavock, St. Paul resident, at 550 Rice St. Southern Lawyer helps Win Vote in Court Here for Oklahoma Negroes A. E. Atty. Bruce, making a brilliant plea in court Tuesday, won a complete victory for the cause he was supporting. NEGROES LOW IN TEST OF DISEASE NEGROES LOW IN TEST OF DISEASE Colored Children Found to Be Not as Susceptible as White to Diphtheria. (Preston News Service) Raleigh, N. C., Nov. I—According to the recent report of the Vital Statistics Bureau of the State Board of Health, diphtheria was fatal to 47 of the 50 infants who were attacked by the disease during the past year. The report disclosed that children under one year of age suffered more from the effects of the disease than children of other ages. One and two-year old children suffered heavily from the effects of the disease. Of the 366 three-year-old children who contracted the disease, 44 died, while 35 of the four-year-old of the 366 contracting the disease, died. The report shows that white race was more susceptible to the disease than the colored race, 2,769 of the former contracting the disease as compared with 593 colored. The report also indicated that 40 cases were reported without any mention of race being made. OWL KEEPS PACE WITH DANCERS, ATTENDING ALL Monday evening Nov. 1, gave everybody a splendid opportunity to "Do The Town" of Minneapolis by celebrating Halloween, attending one of the three dances held at Arcadia Dancing Palace given by the Fellowship Club; South Side Auditorium given by the Monarch Railroad Boys, and the Breakfast Ball given at O. K. Hall. A great many of those who were at the grand affair of the Fellowship Club at Arcadia, journeyed on to the South Side where they joined in with the festivities of the evening. The Monarch Railroad Boys awarded prizes to the Misses Marie Miller and Esther Lewis and Mr. Geo. Wilson. To be sure that the night was well spent, the beaten path was followed to the breakfast dance at O. K. Hall. Taxicabs parked in long lines three deep to carry away the throngs of people that flock to the Minneapolis dances. "It's too fine for the folks, Mike." The next dance by the Monarch Railroad Boys will be given Nov. 22. ST. PAUL-MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 1926 Head Of Capitol Steam Laundry Hires Colored Workers In Plant Kappas Get "C" Average; To Try for Recognition The Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, undergraduate Greek letter organization at the University of Minnesota, has maintained a "C" average during the past year, according to Ferdinand Johnson, official of the chapter. Application to the dean of student affairs for recognition will be made immediately, according to Mr. Johnson. The Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity is at present the youngest one of the colored Greek letter organizations on the university campus. Clarente Wigington. Mr. Wigington, senior architectural draftsman in the Public Buildings Schools and Playgrounds department of the city, was elected president of the Sterling club at the annual election held Tuesday, November 2, at the club house, Dale at Rondo St. This Man Thought Wife Beating Proper Method (Preston News Service) Pittsboro, N. C., Nov. 5—I thought a man had a right to whip his wife when she needed it," declared Arthur McSwaine when told by Judge Cramer in court Thursday that it was against the law to beat a woman in North Carolina. McSwaine, a large sullen man, was indicted for a particularly brutal beating of his wife. He was sentenced to six months on the public roads. Judge Cramer told him, in passing sentence that this would probably impress upon his mind the fact that it was serious to beat a woman in North Carolina. GOPHER CLUB CROWDED Election night found a crowd at the Gopher Lodge club rooms. The committee knows that entertainment is what the people are looking for and they are adding new features weekly. Pale Romeo Is Victim Of Cut ByDusky'Julie' (Preston News Service) Helena, Ark., Nov. 5—Mrs. Addie Reed, was held by the police Friday on a charge of assault with intent to kill following a knife attack upon E. H. McKinley Thursday night at her home. It is said that McKinley, an employee of the Chicago Mill and Lumber Company, went out for a "large" evening among the more-or-less prude "brown skin" dames of the district, and somehow landed in Mrs. Reed's home. She is said to have resented the presence of McKinley and was indignant when he stated his mission and ordered him to get out. In her wrath she is said to have seized a butcher knife and slashed the white intruder. Police say McKinley is not seriously cut. The police said they found a pint of moonshine in the woman's house following the altercation. A charge of having whiskey in her possession was placed against her also. Both cases will be presented to the grand jury in session here. Lee Pates, Proprietor, Respects Urban League; Has Always Employed Colored Workers; Gives to Churches. The arrest of Charles Jenkins, colored, 249 Chestnut St., last week, for the alleged theft of an ice-cutting machine, brought to light again the circumstances surrounding the hiring and firing of that young man during the latter part of September by the Capitol Steam Laundry, Wabasha at St. Peter St. Jenkins was hired by the laundry in the middle of September, and was fired shortly after by Lee Pates, proprietor, because he proved to be inefficient in performing his work. Mr. Pates, speaking of the recent arrest of Jenkins, stated that he had kept close watch upon him since the time that he was fired, and said that Jenkins had but proved what he (Pates) had first thought about him. At the same time, the proprietor of the laundry pointed out that he had not fired Jenkins because of his color. "Always," he said, "I have hired colored help. One girl worked (Gentleman's aid)." (Continued on page 4) ST. JAMES STYLE SHOW A SUCCESS ST. JAMES STYLE SHOW A SUCCESS Elizabeth Murray Awarded First Prize as Best Model; Doris Ervin, Bride. The fashion promenade sponsored by the Young Matrons' Circle of St. James A. M. E. church last Monday evening at the church auditorium, Central Ave. at Dale St., was highly successful, according to Mrs. Eva Neal, president of the organization. Flowers, a display of photographs, two large spotlights thrown on each model, and a three-piece orchestra helped the effect of the promenade. Beautiful models displayed the latest styles direct from the shop of the Askin and Marine company, 325 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis. The models were the Misses Mattie Murray, Doris Ervin, Pauline Venerable, Rachel James, Elizabeth Murray and Mildred Brooks for the misses' clothes; the Mesdames Eva Neal and Bettie Dodd for matrons' garments; Aldonia Brown, Alberta Brown and Chiquita Lonewolf for junior girls' clothes. George Grissom, Edward Griffin Walter Minor, Earl Wilkins, Harold Holifield and Emmett Galloway displayed young men's clothes. "That Man Smith," Minneapolis photographer, had on display a group of photographs, and also operated the spotlight. Miss Doris Ervin, bride, and Edward Griffin, groom, concluded the promenade with a mock wedding ceremony. Miss Elizabeth Murray was awarded a $25 merchandise bond by the Askin and Marine company as best model, judged by the audience. The Young Matrons' Circle, through Mrs. Neal and Mrs. M. Love, thank especially the Askin and Marine company for the clothing display, Mr. Smith for his services, the models for their time, and the public for its patronage. Judge Too Busy to Try Women Strike Picketers (Preston News Service) Chicago, Ill., Nov. 5—The trial of two Negro women date workers who were arrested for picketing the premises of the Maras and Company date stuffing factory several weeks ago, has been again postponed. The trial was to have been held Thursday morning, but the judge declared that his docker was too full for the jury trial, and ordered the hearing put off to a later date. He did not set a date. The strikers were Mrs. Herbert Jones and Mrs. Ella Smith. They were charged with disorderly conduct. A jury trial was demanded by Attorney Bentall. Reverend Howard Y. Williams to Speak At "Y" Services Sunday PETER H. Rev. Howard Y. Williams, pastor of the Peoples' Church will be the speaker for our Vesper Services Sunday afternoon. Rev. Williams spent some time in Mexico the past summer and will give us a vivid picture of conditions there. Mr. Curtis Evans and Mr. John Hickman will furnish musical numbers. You are cordially invited to attend. Don't for get the time: 4:30 P. M. GOODWIN GIVEN DIVORCE William W. Goodwin was granted an absolute divorce from Ida S. Goodwin, by Judge Carlton F. McNally Monday, Oct. 27. Mr. Goodwin for merely lived in Duluth, Minn. The case attracted much attention in view of the fight by Mrs. Goodwin who was represented by Galbraith and Sutton of St. Paul, after R. G Dunn, her Duluth counsel withdrew from the case. Mr. Goodwin was represented by Atty. O. J. Smith. EDITORS AT 'SAN' FOR TEA SUNDAY Hennepin County Tuberculosis Association Sponsors Sanatorium Trip. Under the auspices of the Hennepin County Tuberculosis association, a newspaper tea will be held at the Glen Lake sanatorium Sunday, Nov. 7, from 3 to 5 p. m. The tea is planned especially for editors of weekly newspapers. A tour of buildings and a brief program in the auditorium of the main building have been arranged with the view of giving weekly newspapers of Hennepin county information about the institution. Glen Lake sanatorium is famous throughout the United States as one of the largest and most modern sanatoria in the country. Mr. Mariette and the medical staff of the sanatorium have added their invitation to that of the association in urging editors to visit the institution Sunday, according to Miss Kathryne Radebaugh, executive secretary of the Hennepin County association Representatives of The Echo will attend the tea. ROBINSON NOT GUILTY Sam Robinson, 562 Gaultier st., was found not guilty last Friday by a Ramsey County jury of a charge of assault with a dangerous weapon. The trial was before Judge Olin B. Lewis and a jury. Mr. Robinson was accused by his stepson, Attorney O. J. Smith, of having shot at him twice on the night of August 19. Robinson testified that his wife, Attorney Smith's mother, was suing for divorce and she and her son started trouble in the home; that he thought they were trying to gang him and he shot merely to scare the young man who leaped out of the second story window. W. T. Francis defended Mr. Robinson. Assistant Secretary Of N.A.A.C.P. Makes Personal Investigation Of Brutal Lowman Lynching Bee Assistant Secretary Of N.A.A.C.P. Makes Personal Investigation Of Brutal Lowman Lynching Bee Report of Walter White Gives Names of Local, Government Officials Implicated in Aiken Atrocity, Disproving State Story; Full Facts to Governor McLeod. New York, Nov. 5.—Names of lynchers and full details of the lynching of one colored woman, Bertha Lowman, and her brother and cousin, at Aiken, South Carolina, in the early morning of October 8, have been obtained in an investigation on the spot by Walter White, Assistant Secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, and all the facts submitted in a letter to Governor McLeod of South Carolina. man reached the back steps at the Bertha out of the way with his left fist, his pistol clutched in his right hand, shouting to her to stand back. In the melee Deputy Sheriff Robinson fired and killed Mrs. Annie Lowman. Bertha Lowman was shot twice in the left breast just above the heart and once through the abdomen. Clarence Lowman was also severely injured while Demon Lowman was shot but not wounded seriously. A lawless reign of terror in the State of South Carolina in the vicinity of the lynching city of Aiken is disclosed by the daring investigation just completed by the N. A. A. C. P. Assistant Secretary, which brings to light the following startling facts: 1. The lynching was plowed and 2. Officers of the law took part in the lynching and a number of them acted as "official executioners" of the mob victims. 3. The prisoners were turned over to the mob by the Sheriff and his assistants, who were parties to the crime. 4. Reputable white citizens living in that vicinity are in terror of their lives from the lawless Ku Klux Klan ring and go heavily armed, bar their doors at night, and have been "praying to God" for some person from outside the state to come in and bare the facts. White Returns. Walter White, who has just returned to New York, made the following statement: "I went to Aiken for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People and as Special Correspondent of the New York World. I found a situation in South Carolina which beggars description. Among the persons with whom I talked were some of the best known and most respectable white citizens of South Carolina, including lawyers newspaper editors, farmers and business men. I found them heavily armed and terrified because of the activities of the Klan and allied criminals. The predicament of colored people can easily be imagined. "Early in 1924, Sam Lowman, his wife, Annie, and their children moved from Saluda County, where they had lived all their lives on the farm of a white man named Hartley, 13 miles from Aiken. As a result of a quarrel between this man and another white man, the latter sought to embarrass Hartley by notifying the Sheriff that the Lowmans were selling whisky. I talked with a number of white people and without exception they declared that the Lowmans were an entirely industrious, law-abiding and respected family. As a result of the anonymous letter to the Sheriff, Sheriff H. H. Howard and Deputy Sheriffs Nollie Robinson, R. L. McElhaney and A. D. Sheppard went to the Lowman home on April 25, 1925. Two weeks earlier, on a Sunday night, a crowd of Klansmen robed and hooded had called Lowman Lowman, 22-year-old son, from his home and whipped him. No Badges Shown. "When the four white Sheriffs in plain clothes, and with no badges, approached the Lowman home, Mrs. Annie Lowman, the mother, 55 years old, was making soap in the backyard and her daughter Bertha, 27, was sweeping the yard. Sam Lowman, the father, had gone to the mill to have meal ground, while Demon Lowman and Clarence Lowman, 14 years of age, and his cousin, who had been raised by Sam Lowman and his wife, were plowing in a field 100 yards away. "When Mrs. Lowman and her daughters saw the white men approaching the house they thought it wisest to go inside until they had passed. The Sheriffs drew guns and started running towards the house to surround it. Bertha Lowman screamed. Demon and Clarence ran to the house as the Sheriffs rushed into it. Sheriff Howard and Bertha Low- A SUBSCRIPTION or a renewal of your old subscription is the kind of birthday present which we would appreciate most. Come in to see us. PRICE FIVE CENTS LOSED Story Of N.A.A.C.P. Final Investigation man Lynching Bee Names of Local, Government Offi- Atrocity, Disproving State to Governor McLeod. man reached the back steps at the Bertha out of the way with his left fist, his pistol clutched in his right hand, shouting to her to stand back. In the melee Deputy Sheriff Robinson fired and killed Mrs. Annie Lowman. Bertha Lowman was shot twice in the left breast just above the heart and once through the abdomen. Clarence Lowman was also severely injured while Demon Lowman was shot but not wounded seriously. Sheriff Howard was killed by gunshot wounds and, in the first trial three state's witnesses testified that a pistol bullet went through his head. The Sheriffs had pistols. Clarence Lowman had a shotgun while Demon Lowman had a pistol but at no time was anywhere near Sheriff Howard or at a point where he could have shot the Sheriff. In the trial it was brought out that the white men did not in any manner indicate they were officers of the law. "Five of the Lowmans were arrested and moved hastily to the penitentiary at Columbia to avoid a lynching. According to the record of the South Carolina State Supreme Court, the shooting took place on April 25, Howard's funeral on the 26th (at which were present more than 200 Klansmen in full regalia), inquest was held on the 27th, the court convened on May 4, the indictment of the Lowmans was had the same day, the defendants were arraigned on the 9th and placed on trial May 12. Feeling was so high in Alken, according to the defense brief in the Supreme Court, it was published to the world that it would be difficult to obtain lawyers for the Lowmans in Aiken. "Attorneys were appointed by the court, who merely went through the gestures of defending them. In his charge to the jury, Judge H. F. Rice, knowing of the danger to the lawyers, even though appointed by the court, apologized for the formal defense made by them and impressed upon the jury the fact that 'none of them wanted to do it.' "Bertha, Demon and Clarence were found guilty of murder with a recommendation of mercy in the case of Bertha. Demon and Clarence were sentenced to die on June 12, 1925, and Bertha to life imprisonment. It is worthy of note that Bertha and Clarence Lowmans' lives were hanging in the balance from their wounds at the time they were placed on trial and they were taken from the hospital to the court room. Appeal Made. "The case was so outrageous that N. J. Frederick, a colored attorney of John, on his own initiative, entered the case and filed an excellent appeal to the State Supreme Court for a review of the cases, resulting in a reversal of the convictions and the remanding of the defendants for a new trial. "The three defendants were again placed on trial, October 5, at Aiken, Judge Lanham presiding. Mr. Frederick retained L. G. Southard, a white attorney of Spartanburg, paying him $125 out of his own pocket. Messrs. Frederick and Southard put up a magnificent defense and completely demolished the State's case. On October 7, a motion was made for a directed verdict of not guilty in the case of Demon Lowman. It was generally conceded in Aiken that Clarence and Bertha would be freed by the jury the next day. At 5 in the afternoon Judge Lanham granted the motion for the dismissal of the case against Demon. He was, however, immediately re-arrested on a charge of assault and battery and recommitted to jail. Lynching Planned by Klan. "Within one hour after the Judge's decision, news had been sent to as distant a point as Columbia that the three Lowmans were to be lynched that night. Within the same hour the Ku Klux Klan held a meeting in the office of a prominent white attorney of Alken who had been recently (Continued on page 3) 4 The St. Paul Echo An Independent Negro Weekly Newspaper PUBLISHED BY THE ST. PAUL ECHO COMPANY Art Block Telephone Cedar 1879 St. Paul, MN Art and General Manager.....CYRUS L. Y-Treasurer.....EUGENE JACKS EARL W. Representative..Mrs. Wm. A. Porter, 1029 E. 3rd St., Duluth Telephone Hemlock 1533 Per Year SUBSCRIPTION RATES 75 Cents for Three Months $1.25 for Six An Independent Negro Weekly Newspaper Advertising rates furnished upon application. "Entered as second class matter Nov. 7, 1925, at the post office at St. Paul, Minn., under the act of March 3, 1879" ONE YEAR OLD here we are, by the grace of kind providence, and by the judicious amount of hard work, celebrating our first anniversary no longer have to read about the struggles of our paper to succeed. We know. The bleak weeks without management and with much criticism are no longer paper. We have lived through them. And the occasional glints of praise, encouragement, and of good-will! They are rare, but the more precious is our scarcity. They help greatly the process of carrying us, we are one year old. Our staff, with but minorities is the same. We have come through the first year as there are some things that we have learned. There are that we have done that we would as soon forget. There are high points and depressed periods during the past will stay with us all for a long time. Above all, there are we do not know, but that we will continue to learn. Depence of some more of the hard knocks which we ever received—during the first year of our existence. The attitude of the community has been sometimes wary, sometimes coolly hostile. We believe that as the year has passed, we as a whole has been one of sympathy and co-operation than of distrust and fear. As more time passes, that even more strikingly will be shown the co-operation. Some instances, as in the attitude of certain minors to cities, there has never been a slight hesitation in the co-operation. These men have supported us publicly; they have sometimes disagreed with us, and have talked to us plainly and straightforwardly. They have lunch friends, and an inspiration when affairs seem throughout the community, there have been other people life, who have taken the same friendly attitude, given us personal encouragement, and their advice haveable. They, too, have indicated continued support for faith in us and the work we are trying to do. A fairly consistent manner, we are trying to keep fared to do certain things at the outset of our career, except most of our promises very faithfully. We have a service to the colored community. How far we have seen been determined in large measure by the willingness has shown to be served. We have tried to be far less aggressive in pointing out evils in the community to have them corrected. The extent of our policy of off undesirable situations has extended from the point to industrial concerns. In all cases where we have negotiations, we have arrived at conclusions which we have for the community to observe. We have been fair in our editorial and news treatment. Our editorials have covered current activities first and the national angles. Finally, we have attempted to maintain a high standard, and in part, we have succeeded. On our make-up and favorable criticism from all over the country. Our staying local and national news has prevented us from provincial in our outlook. Our editorials have been timely by Negro papers all over the United States, and commendatory comment from such men as S. W. President of the National Benefit Life Insurance company, D. C., and Walter F. White, author, and a secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of People. Thus, having achieved some small part of our aims, and a higher standard of service for the coming twelve weeks the end of our first year. The Kansas City Call, our powerful sister journal west of St. Louis, stated editorially last week that its paid circulation was week was 14,000 copies. It thanked the public for our support which had made possible the attainment of figure—and spoke reminiscently of the time when 22,000 copies a week, had climbed to 4,000, and then we are still in that early crawling stage. After a race, we are still in the swaddling clothes period, and are high. Without you, the community, we can do more in co-operation and support, there is no limit to the do for you, and for the Northwest. And so, believing assistance is forthcoming, and trusting to our efforts, co-operation, we start our second year with high hopes of success. Here we are, by the grace of kind providence, and by dint of a tremendous amount of hard work, celebrating our first anniversary. We no longer have to read about the struggles of a small newspaper to succeed. We know. The bleak weeks without any encouragement and with much criticism are no longer paper facts to us. We have lived through them. And the occasional glints of praise, encouragement, and evidences of good-will! They are rare, but the more precious because of their scarcity. They help greatly the process of carrying on. Yes, we are one year old. Our staff, with but minor exceptions, is the same. We have come through the first year as a unit. There are some things that we have learned. There are some things that we have done that we would as soon forget. There are certain high points and depressed periods during the past year that will stay with us all for a long time. Above all, there is much that we do not know, but that we will continue to learn even at the expense of some more of the hard knocks which we expected—and received—during the first year of our existence. The attitude of the community has been sometimes warm, and sometimes coolly hostile. We believe that as the year has swung by, the spirit as a whole has been one of sympathy and co-operation rather than of distrust and fear. As more time passes, we believe that even more strikingly will be shown the co-operative spirit. In some instances, as in the attitude of certain ministers of the two cities, there has never been a slight hesitation in the lending of co-operation. These men have supported us publicly and privately; they have sometimes disagreed with us, and have come in and talked to us plainly and straightforwardly. They have been our stamouth friends, and an inspiration when affairs seemed dark. Throughout the community, there have been other people, not in public life, who have taken the same friendly attitude. They have given us personal encouragement, and their advice has been invaluable. They, too, have indicated continued support because of their faith in us and the work we are trying to do. In a fairly consistent manner, we are trying to keep faith. We promised to do certain things at the outset of our career, and we have kept most of our promises very faithfully. We have tried to give service to the colored community. How far we have succeeded has been determined in large measure by the willingness the community has shown to be served. We have tried to be fair. We have been aggressive in pointing out evils in the community and trying to have them corrected. The extent of our policy of prying the lid off undesirable situations has extended from the police department to industrial concerns. In all cases where we have made investigations, we have arrived at conclusions which we have presented for the community to observe. We have been fair in our editorial and news treatment of all subjects. Our editorials have covered current activities from the local and the national angles. Finally, we have attempted to maintain a high standard of journalism, and in part, we have succeeded. On our make-up we have had favorable criticism from all over the country. Our policy of carrying local and national news has prevented us from becoming too provincial in our outlook. Our editorials have been quoted frequently by Negro papers all over the United States, and have elicited commendatory comment from such men as S. W. Rutherford, president of the National Benefit Life Insurance company in Washington, D. C., and Walter F. White, author, and assistant secretary of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. Thus, having achieved some small part of our aims, and having set a higher standard of service for the coming twelve months, we reach the end of our first year. The Kansas City Call, our powerful sister journal west of Chicago, stated editorially last week that its paid circulation for the current week was 14,000 copies. It thanked the public for its support—support which had made possible the attainment of that great figure—and spoke reminiscently of the time when it had issued 2,000 copies a week, had climbed to 4,000, and then 5,000. We are still in that early crawling stage. After a year of existence, we are still in the swaddling clothes period, but our hopes are high. Without you, the community, we can do nothing. With you in co-operation and support, there is no limit to the good we can do for you, and for the Northwest. And so, believing that your assistance is forthcoming, and trusting to our efforts plus your co-operation, we start our second year with high hopes for ultimate success. ARMISTICE DAY November 11, 1918, will long stand out in the minds of a long as there is history, and as long as there are histories will be remembered. The slaughter which it terminated was comparable to that of human blood in the history of the world. The host Caesar's legions, the armies of Napoleon, with a nation, were but a mere bagatelle compared to the army and the devastation of the World War. Now needless the conflict was is only now beginning to end. Where the blame lay is another-matter which is untitled. The war was; that is enough. The human memory grows dim over a period of years. November 11, 1918, will long stand out in the minds of man. As long as there is history, and as long as there are historians, this date will be remembered. The slaughter which it terminated was comparable to no other loss of human blood in the history of the world. The hordes of Attila, Caesar's legions, the armies of Napoleon, with all their destruction, were but a mere bagatelle compared to the array of men, and the devastation of the World War. How needless the conflict was is only now beginning to be discovered. Where the blame lay is another-matter which is not yet fully settled. The war was; that is enough. The human memory grows dim over a period of years. This year there will be not so much cursing of fate and circumstance by men whose lives and fortunes were blasted by the world conflagration. There will be less outward mourning by wives and mothers left alone. There will be less weeping of children in fatherless homes. But as a result of the war, there will be certain other direct results. There will be a certain percentage of prostitution directly traceable to the war period; there will be drunkenness as a means of forgetting what the war brought; and there will be juvenile delinquency that started at the time of the broken homes left in the trail of the war. Yes, the war is over, thank God; but it has left an indelible trail. And now comes November 11 with its ghostly and ghastly memories. Armistice Day! A time of rejoicing . . . and sorrow. The Safety Valve Signed contributions not over three hundred words in length will be printed in this column. The Echo will not be responsible for any of the opinions which may ap- pear in the column. —The Editor. Nov. 3, 1926. EDITOR, St. Paul Echo, St. Paul, Minn., My dear sir: Will you permit me space to publicly express my gratitude for the splendid support accorded me during the campaign, especially my efforts in behalf of Mr. Maas? An intense interest was quite apparent at all times, the modification question was a preventative of a larger demonstration in view of the fact so many did not care to publicly declare themselves, however the vote of my own people proved their interest and I am very grateful for all they did. As a member of the congressional committee and chairman of the republican headquarters at Pioneer hall, I desire to say I was at all times very ably assisted by Mrs. J. H. Dillingham as vice chairman and Mrs. A. S. Foster and also Mr. F. D. McCracken, I owe the success of the campaign to them. The citizens of St. Paul, are to be congratulated upon their choice as a representative for this district, Mr. Maas is well qualified and can be trusted to efficiently administer his office as a member of Congress and can be trusted to fight for his principles in congress as he did during the campaign. Again I wish to graciously thank all my friends for their support of my efforts. Mr. J. H. 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PAUL ECHO cursing of fate and circumstance was blasted by the world con- outward mourning by wives and be less weeping of children in there will be certain other direct percentage of prostitution directly will be drunkenness as a means night; and there will be juvenile time of the broken homes left in God; but it has left an indelible r 11 with its ghostly and ghastly time of rejoicing . . . and sorrow. IN THE REALM of Clubdom Mr. Albert Tresvan, 565 St. Anthony Ave., entertained the Cameo club last Wednesday evening. The new members this week were Kernit Glovel and Albert Patrick. A delightful repast was served. Mrs. Charles Bradley, 934 St. Anthony Ave., was hostess to the Women's Auxiliary of St. Philips church on Thursday afternoon, October 28. The Women's Auxiliary of the Urban League met Thursday evening, November 1, at the Y. W. C. A. Business of importance was discussed. The modern Prisilla Art Club met Wednesday, October 20, at the home of Mrs. Clareta Jackson, 4455 University Ave. A delightful luncheon was served and every one reported an enjoyable time. All members were present. Mr. and Mrs. Evan Anderson were hosts at a very jolly meeting of the B. C. C. on Wednesday evening. Mrs. Geraldine Pickett was a visitor at the meeting of the Modern person were lighting at the tening. European Bi-Racial was a visi the Modern Minn. at Tuesday ev ting at the en West Grand Opening at the Golden West Cafe 503-505 Rondo Street and in the Northw dine from 8:00 Every Saturday the Johnson at t Finest of its kind in the Northwest—Where you can dance and dine from 8:00 until 12 p. m. Men! $9.95 BUYS THIS STRAP WATCH SPECIAL These new Strap Watches are becoming more popular with each succeeding day, men and women alike are using them—that is why we are offering this sensational value. Watches like these sell regularly at $15.00. MEET GOODMAN WEAR DIAMONDS. 50c Down, 50c a Week Money Refunded if You Can Buy Cheaper for Cash. CREDIT—CERTAINLY GOODMAN'S JEWELERS 94 EAST SEVENTH STREET 94 Father A. H. Lealat met with the Young Women's Club at the residence of Mrs. Herman Cotton, St. Albans St., on Friday evening to discuss the annual bazaar to be given jointly by the Auxiliary and Y. W. C. of the Episcopal Church. Mrs. Arthur Rhodes proved herself one of the most able hostesses of the T. N. O. F. when she entertained the club at a very delightful party on Friday evening. The Twin City Matrons met with Mrs. Gale Hilyer, 53rd St., Minneapolis, on Wednesday afternoon. The D. Y. W. Y. K. met with Mrs. Geraldine Pickett on Thursday evening. The Twin City Junior Matrons held their regular meeting with Mrs. Helen Curry of E. 43nd St., Minneapolis, on Friday afternoon. The members of the Twin City Forty Club enjoyed a pleasant evening at their Hard Times party at the Curling Club, Minneapolis, on Friday evening. The Twin City Tennis Club met at the Y. W. C. A. Tuesday evening to plan an entertainment for the benefit of the Atlanta Univ. Alumni Benefit Fund. Members of the Clover Charity Club are rejoicing over the success of their dinner at the residence of Mrs. Lionel Allen, 658 W. Central Ave., on Wednesday afternoon. Every one enjoyed the very successful Bunco Party given by the Tri-Art Coterie at Pioneer Hall on last Friday evening for the benefit of the Atlanta Univ. Alumni Benefit Fund. Miss Gertrude Brown of the Phyllis Wheatley House gave a very enlightening and diverting talk on her European trip to the members of the Bi-Racial Commission of the Univ. of Minn. at a dinner at Shevlin Hall Tuesday evening. Among those who the West Cafe Northwest—Where you from 8:00 until 12 p.m. Saturday & Sunday Nights on at the Piano The Young Matrons' club of St. nes A. M. E. church entertained day evening at a Halloween Mas-rade' party at the residence of SIMPSON @ WILLS Congratulations- To"The St.P. I also wish support dun election. J. J. GI To"The St.Paul Echo' on Your First Anniversary I also wish to thank all those who tendered their support during the campaign which resulted in my election. J. J. GILLEN, Abstract Clerk To"The St.Paul Echo'on Your First Anniversary I also wish to thank all those who tendered their support during the campaign which resulted in my election. P. A. John J. McDonough Representative 38th District So. --- Here's a lot for your dollar! dollar! A bright, gay feeling instead of a backache; a good book to read instead of a steaming tub to bend over; a visit with your friends instead of soapy clothes to swish about. That's what you get when you call in our Wet Wash service. We will return your clothes perfectly sweet and clean, slightly damp, ready to hang up to dry and iron. At a price you will never notice, too. Phone and tell us to call for your bundle. 1411 Wet Wash 5c a pound 14 lbs. Wet Wash 75c THIS RATE IS FOR WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY AND FRIDAY OF EACH WEEK LERMAN ASSISTS The Echo wishes to commend Attorney Louis Lerman of the firm of Mallory and Lerman on his efforts in securing for this paper their first insertion of legal notice and to say that Mr. Lerman is a subscriber and a constant supporter of the Echo. The Reliable Morticians are now located in their beautiful new mortuary chapel Office Phone—Cedar 1024 Residence Phones Tel. Dale 1914 Tel. Dale 2541 17 West Exchange Street ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA To the St. Paul Echo Wishing you much success on your first anniversary and thanking the voters for their support. Society·Notes ST. PAUL NOTES Send in your Society Notes to The Echo office, 614 Court Block, before Wednesday noon of each week. Mr. and Mrs. Firston White of Thomas St. have returned from a trip to Seattle and Tacoma, Wash. Miss Alice Melker, 455 St. Anthony Ave., left Sunday evening for Seattle, Wash., where she will spend the winter as the guest of her sister, Mrs. R. A. Farrell. She will also visit relatives in Portland, Ore. Mr. Louis Moore has returned from a very successful hunting trip at Onamia, Minn. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. McCoy, who have been visiting in St. Paul, are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Walter McCoy of Minneapolis. Mrs. J. W. Barbee, a teacher in the public schools of New York City, formerly a resident of Winnipeg, Man, has been visiting her sisters-in-law, Mrs. O. D. Charleston, 879 St. Anthony Ave., and Mrs. J. H. Coleman, 873 Marion. Mrs. Barbee has not quite recovered from the shock caused by the death of her two children, Sarah, a very promising musician, and her son, who was a postal clerk. A few friends dropped in to play bridge with Miss Katheryne B. Tandy Saturday evening. Mrs. Wm. Williams, 483 St. Anthony Ave., who underwent an operation at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, is convalescing. Mr. and Mrs. W. W. M. McLeigh delightfully entertained their friends Tuesday evening, October 26, at their home, 567 W. Central Ave. The occasion was in honor of their wedding, which was an event of October 2. The home was beautifully decorated in pale yellow and white. We wish to throw many more old boots and shoes for good luck. Rev. J. H. Walton, who made a host of friends during his visit here last summer, is now in Claremore, Oklahoma, at Cobb's Bathhouse taking treatments for poor blood circulation and high blood pressure, after his recovery from an attack of paralysis in September. Mrs. Cason presented to her daughter, Bernetta Cason, a beautiful new hand-made violin, which her teacher carefully selected while in Europe. On Halloween, twelve guests motored to Stillwater, Minn., to the home of Miss Era Lindsay, 904 Churchill St., and were entertained at a 500 Luncheon, with elaborate appointments. Mrs. Estelle McCoy, Mrs. Ruth Grice and Mr. Arthur Rhodes won the prizes. Miss Lindsay was assisted by her sister, Mrs. J. W. Peyton. Rev. J. S. Strong, who underwent an operation about a week ago, remains seriously ill at the Roosevelt hospital. Rev. Strong is under the care of Dr. V. D. Turner. Mrs. Constance Anderson, wife of Attorney E. H. Anderson, is quite seriously ill at her home, 353 No. Chatsworth. Mrs. R. F. Wilson of 697 St. Anthony Ave., had as her house guest Saturday, Miss Ransom and sister of Chicago. Mrs. Coles and Mrs. Bryan of Homestead, Pennsylvania, Mr. John Turfley of 2555 Anter Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa., Mr. I. Mills, 3rd Ave., Homestead, Pa., Mr. George and Robert Rryan, 222 12th Ave., Homestead, Pa., are with Mrs. R. F. Wilson for a few days. Mr. Robert Bryan and Mr. I. Mills, Mrs. Bryan and Mrs. Coles went to Rochester for a short stay and will return to be the guests of Mrs. Wilson over the week end. Mr. Eubie Blake of Sissle and Blake, who appeared at the Capitol theater the past week was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Harris, 445 Kent St. Complimentary to the Honorable J. Finley Wilson of Washington, D. C., Grand Exalted Ruler of the Elks, Mr. and Mrs. R. S. Harris, 445 Kent St., entertained the following guests Sunday: Messrs. and Mesdames Joseph Levy, Lucian Willis, Mrs. Idabelle Covington, Mrs. Messie Euble Blake, N. Y., W. B. Walker, Exalted Ruler of Gopher Lodge "105," Elmer Cater, Sec. of Urban League, St. Paul, Mr. Preston Perry, Omaha, Count S. H. Moshay, Jr., San Francisco, Mr. and Mrs. James Green, formerly of 348 No. Dale St., have moved into their beautiful bungalow 775 St. Separate Entrance and Chairs for Ladies Fecturing Sterilization and Sanitary Service DALE AND RONDO STREETS MINNEAPOLIS NOTES Mr. and Mrs. W. McCoy left for their home in Winnipeg, Man., after a pleasant visit with their daughter Mrs. Lillian McKnight and with their sons Walter and Lawrence McCoy. Mrs. Audrey McCullough is on the sick list. Two wise old owls approvingly chaperoned the Twin City Forty club at their Hard Times party at the Curling Club on Friday evening. Good music and a sumptuous feast helped make this one of the liveliest parties of the season. Madame A. Bennett of Omaha, Neb., has been the guest of Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Brener, 511 Bryant Ave., North. Mr. and Mrs. B. Wallace of Clarence, Mo., were the weekend guests of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Humphrey, 3601 Elliot Ave. On October, 29 several friends gave a baby shower for Mrs. Wilbur Randall at the residence of Mrs. S. A. Steele, 422 Dupont Ave., No. Many beautiful and costly presents were received. In compliment to Mr. and Mrs. W. H. McCoy, Sr., of Winnipesag, Man, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Cage, 459 Fuller Ave., were hosts at dinner Monday evening. Laure Adele Hall, 725 Sherburne Ave., was hostess to twelve guests at a Masque party Monday evening on her eighth birthday. Halloween colors predominated in the decorations and refreshments. Games, music and dancing were features of the evening. Harriet Cage, Martha McWatt and Kenneth Brown were awarded prizes in the various games. The little hostess received several useful gifts. Mrs. Ira Scott of Cleveland, Ohio, arrived Monday to visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. N. Goins, 661 W. Central Ave. A happy group of young people enjoyed the hospitality of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity at its Halloween party on Friday evening. Mrs. Wm. Williams of 487 St. Anthony Ave., who recently underwent an operation at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn., is expected home in a few days. Mrs. Ralph Ward, 426 St. Anthony Ave., entertained a few friends at bridge on Monday evening. Mr. Nathaniel Goins, 661 W. Central remains seriously ill. Mr. James Mitchell, 672 Rondo St., received word Monday of the death of his mother, Mrs. Lucy Mitchell of Philadelphia, Pa. Mrs. Janie Herndon of Muskgoose, Okl., is in the city to spend the winter with her daughter, Mrs. Junious Powell, 697 Carroll Ave., and her son, Mr. Joseph Ward. Mr. Joseph Ward, one of the proprietors of the People's Cafe, 388 Kent St., was granted absolute divorce from his wife Minnie Ward, Oct. 11. DULUTH NOTES The Maids' and Matrons' club are giving a Bunco party on the 24th. Mrs. Lizzie Davis and Mrs. Hazel of Minneapolis were the breakfast guests of Mrs. Anna Matthews Sunday morning. Mrs. Sarah of Gary had as her guests for dinner Sunday, Mrs. Hazel, Mrs. Clara Carter, Mrs. Anna Matthews and Mrs. Polly Simpson. The Missionary Society of St. Mark's A. M. E. church met at the parsonage Monday afternoon at Anthony Ave., which they recently purchased. Mrs. Geraldine Pickett, 1045 Cross Ave., who was confined to her home on account of illness is able to resume her course in beauty culture at the De Guile College. Keystone Hotel Barber Shop We Specialize' in LADIES' 35c MEN'S 35c & Children's Bobing Hair Cutting All Work Guaranteed Polite Service—Courteous Treatment A. WYLIE, Prop. Dale 3601 379 Carroll Ave. FOR SALARY LOANS SEE ANDREW A. MURPHY 312 Builders Exchange Bldg. Ga 1095 The Auxiliary will hold its regular monthly luncheon Tuesday noon, Nov. 9 at 12:15. Please be on hand promptly. The speaker of the day will be Mrs. S. A. Stockwell, who will address the group on "The Peace Conference in Ireland." Mrs. Blanche Mason will lead the Community singing. The Girl Scouts have an interesting and instructive fall and winter program mapped out. Every girl between 10 and 18 will be missing a great deal who does not become a member. Send your daughter to us next Thursday afternoon at 4 o'clock or phone and talk over the matter with us. The Junior Girls are to be on the Neighborhood House Program that will be broadcast next Wednesday evening, Nov. 10. Listen in to them! The Hallowe'en Festival Friday evening with its Fortune Telling, Fish Pond, Love's Dispensary, Post Office, and Eat Shop had a capacity crowd and was a grand success. Much commendation is due Mrs. Edith Sizer and her committee. A series of "Come and See Tours" have been conducted by the Community Fund during the past month to inform the business men and interested folks of Minneapolis of the activities of Settlement Houses. The groups who have visited Phyllis Wheatley House have been enthusiastic over the work being done in spite of crowded space. The special meeting called by the N. A. A. C. P. was well attended. ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCH At the close of services last Sunday morning, the Harrod Jubilee Singers entertained with several numbers to the great delight of all. The Dramatic club, directed by Mrs. Carr, played from a richly decorated stage last week to a large and appreciative audience. The play netted $27.00. The roof has been doubled and the interior of the basement improved for greater comfort in winter. A five hundred ornamental fence is being installed about the yard. Services last Sunday were good. The offering was $65.00. The pastor has just returned from Chicago and will preach Sunday. All are welcome. (Continued from page 1) elected to the State Legislature. At this meeting plans were perfected for the lynching and also plans were discussed, but abandoned, to tar and feather Mr. Frederick and to castrate Mr. Southard, the white attorney. A prominent and respectable white lawyer of Spartanburg warned Judge Lanham and Solicitor Bert Carter which time a most wonderful meeting was held. Plans were laid for some good work in the near future. Mr. Geo. B. Kelly who has been ill in the hospital is now at home and is rapidly improving. 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Sheppard, and Traffic Policeman Salley dragged Bertha Lowman from her cell, got the other two defendants and handed them over to the mob. After the mob had secured the prisoners two shots were fired inside the jail and not, as Sheriff Robinson claimed, when he was trying 'to prevent entry' of the mob into the jail. "The mob, numbering between 30 and 40, started out York street on the Dixie highway to a tourist camp about two miles from Alken. On the way Clarence Lowman jumped from the car in which he was held. He was shot down and recaptured. In order to prevent telltale blood marks, a rope was tied to the back of the car and the other end of it around Clarence's body. In this manner he was dragged about a mile to the place of execution. The members of the mob stated that Bertha was the hardest one to kill. She was shot but not killed instantly. She dragged herself over the ground, and, as one member of the mob put it, "bleated like a goat." Another member of the mob, slightly more decent, said that she begged so piteously for her life and squirmed about so that a number of shots had to be fired before one found a vital spot and ended her agony. Facts to Governor. "I have furnished Thomas G. M. Lead, Governor of South Carolina, in a six-page letter, every detail regarding the lynching. I have given him the name of the member of the mob who was accorded the 'honor' of being executioner but whose nerve failed him. I have furnished him with the names of the three men who did act as executioners and of their two assistants. I have furnished him with the names and addresses and oc- "HERE W The Chauf Will Give Their FIRST of the se Union H Armistice Day, Thur From 4 to Music by Harmony K MINNEAPOLIS Free Delivery to All Parts of City Economy Market 902 6th Ave. No., Minneapolis GROCERIES Poultry and Meats Hyland 9746 McDUFF WOODARD, Prop Phone—South 7954 W. SQUIR Funeral 502 E. 24th Street THE MUSICIAN --- cupations of 22 members of the mob telling the Governor in detail of the part played by each one of them at the lynching. I have furnished him with the names of 11 other persons who were very close to the lynching as spectators but who did not actively participate in it. "This list includes, besides the Sheriff and his deputies, other so-called law-enforcement officers, prominent business men and three men related to the Governor and the name of at least one member of the Grand Jury investigating the lynching. I also furnished the Governor with the names of four white men and one colored man incarcerated in the Alken jail on the night of the lynching, and who saw the Sheriff and his deputies drag Bertha Lowman from her cell and turn her over to the mob. "I have also stated to the Governor that I can furnish him with the names and addresses of most influential and respectable white citizens of the community who will testify to the correctness of the facts set forth, if the Governor will guarantee them protection from the vengeance of the Klan and the lynchers. Race Riot Attempted. "Following the lynching an attempt was made to stage a race riot to cover the guilt of the murderers. Agents of the Klan went around Alken saying the Negroes were armed and were going to 'rise in the night and kill all the white people.' The same tactics were used as in the famous Phillips County, Arkansas, riots of 1919, which the N. A. A. C. P. exposed. Fortunately this dastardly attempt did not succeed. "I learned that the inevitable aftermath of Klan activities is now being seen in South Carolina. The element of membership which acted as a restraining influence in the Klan and which entered the movement believing it to be a law-enforcement body as it claimed, has largely resigned. The local Klans are now in the hands of murderers, bootleggers, operators of stills and other criminals. As I have said, the law-abiding element of whites are living in a state of constant terror and indeed are more afraid of the Klan and of the lower order of whites than are Negroes. WE ARE" offeurs'Club FIRST MATINEE DANCE season at Hall KENT and AURORA Thursday, Nov.11,1926 to 8 P.M. Kings Admission 50c ADVERTISERS MILTON SHANKS General Contractor and Builder Will Finance the Construction of Your Home on Your Lot Phone—Locust 2449 3712 4th Ave. So. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Established 1905 RE NEAL Director Minneapolis, Minn. ANYONE can buy the thousands of things you find in the shops, but there is one gift that is yours and yours only to give your photograph. The gift that carries the true sentiment of Christmas your portrait. Make an appointment for an early sitting and avoid the holiday rush. Studio open evenings by appointment. "That Man Smith" 633 6th Ave. N, Minneapolis Cherry 0235 One of the white men with whom I talked and who gave me much valuable information, put his hand on my shoulder as I was leaving and sald: 'Mr. White, work into your story the fact that you were sent by God. For seven weeks a group of white people has met here in my house every night and prayed that some man out of the State be sent to open up this mass of corruption and to publish to the world the terrible state of affairs prevailing here. You are the answer to that prayer.' We serve home-like meals Pott's Restaurant 313 Rondo Street Mrs. T. H. LYLES Oldest Established Mortician Office: Cedar 0508 Res: Dale 2947 150 W Fourth St. St. Paul, Minn. cey's SIMMONS ST. STORE OF VALUES ST. 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Cor, 7th and Minnesota Do you need need Do you need Programs Tickets Business Cards or anything in the PRINTING LINE We will cheerfully furnish estimate SERVICE that PLEASES The St. Paul Ec ITING NE y furnish estimates at PLEASES Paul Echo PRINTING 614 Court Block, St. Paul, Minn. Phone Cedar 1879 A "In the home of one white man, formerly a high officer in the Klan, and who resigned when he found out the nature of the movement, he showed me an automatic pistol which he carried in his trousers pocket and a 38-calibre revolver in a holster. He told me that if he went only across the road in front of his house after nightfall, a distance of some 75 feet, he strapped on his person, in addition, a cartridge belt and two 45-calibre army revolvers. "This man showed me a collection of 30 guns, including rifles, shotguns and revolvers which he had in his home for self-protection. For four years the members of the Klan from which he has resigned have been attempting to kill him. The late Sheriff Howard, the present Sheriff Robinson and the present deputy sheriffs were all expelled from the Klan some years ago for 'conduct unbecoming a Klausman.' But they were later re-admitted. On the anniversary of Sheriff Howard's death, the Klan held a celebration at his grave in the Graniteville Cemetery, at which, according to the Columbia State, more than 1,500 persons, many of them clad in Klan robes, were furnished with free lunches and lemonade and listened to eulogies of the Sheriff. This celebration took place while the State Supreme Court was deliberating on the appeal for a new trial for the Lowmans. "This makes the 41st lynching I have investigated, besides eight race riots. In none of them have I seen the deprivacy, barbary, and terrorism which exists in and near Aiken. 1 Letterheads Circulars Dodgers Posters Give Us a Trial V The Phyllis Wheatley Football Team is having a great season. On Sunday, Oct. 10 we lost to the Folwell Athletic Club, 7-33. On Oct. 21 we beat the Ascension Athletic Club 6-0. Oct. 31 we turned the tables on the Folwells and defeated them 12-6. Next Sunday at Sumner Field at 3 o'clock the game of the season will be played, when the Phyllis Wheatley Tigers will hook up with the Super Athletic Club. Gym schedules will start for the Intermediates on Tuesday, Nov. 23, following the close of the football season; for Juniors Tuesday, Nov. 16. The Seniors open up the week of Nov. 9 beginning on Tuesday also. A big year is looked for in all indoor branches of Athletics for the season of 1926-27. Lot numbered Six (6) in block numbered One (1) of Blocks 1, 2 and 3. of Block 4, and twenty (20) feet of Lot numbered One (1) in block numbered Seven (7) of Block 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14 of Provision 1. 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A resolution presented by Mr. S. A. Stockwell was unanimously adopted, endorsing the steps thus far taken by the Branch, and its determination to fight, to the end, a case now in the courts. Stirring speeches commending the Branch and encouraging it to continue its defensive policies were made by Mr. Raymond Cannon, Rev. C. B. Burton, Mr. Martin Brown and Atty. Glesner Fowler. A resolution was read from Ames Lodge of Elks pledging the support of that organization. Others who spoke briefly were Messrs. Isaac Moore, Dr. M. W. Judy and W. C. Jeffrey, members of the Executive committee, Irving Rhodes, B. Thompson, Edward Shannon and Martin Brown urging support for the Community Fund Drive. Those present contributed $30.00 to the Association to aid in its legal battle. The meeting was full of pep and enthusiasm and speaks well for the splendid work of the local branch during the past year. COLORED PLAYER CAUSES CANCELLATION OF GAMES (Preston News Service) Chambersburg, Pa., Nov. 5—On account of the undemocratic spirit of the various high school members of the Cumberland Valley Athletic League all four games have been cancelled because the local team has a Negro player on the team. The authorities of the local school would not play the games unless they could select the personnel of their own team. The game with Winchester, Va., was called off last Thursday. Martinsburg, W. Va., Hagerstown, Md., and Waynesboro, Pa., had previously called off games with Chambersburg for the same reason. The schools contend that a "gentleman's agreement" provided that no Negro player would be used in the league. The Chambersburg school officials declare that no such agreement existed. Our most valuable lessons are usually gained in connection with unfortunate experiences. The man who opens his mind to knowledge is on his way to a better job and to a keener enjoyment of life. The modern large business organization is the finest example of efficient co-operation in all history. with me for a period of seven years, and another for two years. "Since firing Jenkins, I have employed two colored men. Respects Urban League. "Because of its economic policy, I have come into touch with the Urban league, an organization which I respect greatly. "In a certain sense, I have made a study of the Negro population, and I have always made donations to charitable organizations, churches and the like, as I am still doing." Mr. Pates, who is now the proprietor of the laundry, formerly drove on a route in a colored district where approximately 90 per cent of his patrons were colored. Y. W. C. A. NOTES The Y. W. C. A. was hostess at a Tea to the College girls of the Twin cities Sunday afternoon at which time plans were discussed for organization of a Club. Mrs. Gladys James will act in an advisory capacity. Even the sixteen year olds enjoy being tiny kids again as was evidenced by the hair ribbons and dresses worn by the thirty High School Girl Reserves last Wednesday evening at a kid party for Club members only. "Gee! but it's fun," somebody said as they played numerous games. Dorothy Hall is Chairman of the Social Committee, Margaret Tresvan directed the games. If you are a High School girl, you'd better come and join us. Compulsory Church and Sunday School Attendance—What Does It Lead To?—as discussed by Mr. Reginald Johnson and Miss Beulah Stephens presented material for a lively open discussion. Mrs. Armeda Wilkins, as a leader of the discussion in her usual cheerful way drew out interesting view points from the audience on Church relationships. She closed with the thought that programs for young people in the church should be made so interesting that they would want to go there in preference to other places. The instrumental solo by Mildred Bolden, and the vocal duet by Mrs. M. Grissom and sister were greatly enjoyed by all. The Wide Awake Triangle, a group of grade school Reserves invited their friends to a Hallowe'en party on Friday evening. A merry time was had by all as they entered into the spirit of the season. Her suite is on the Yellowstone, private car of the president of the Northern Pacific railroad. The car crew, consisting of William Martin, chef, and Samuel Williams, porter, took the car to New York to get Her Majesty, and will care for her needs until the tour is completed. Both Mr. Martin and Mr. Williams are St. Paul men. In attendance upon the special observation car of the royal train are Mrs. Dora Dean Johnson, maid, and Clarence McCullough, barber. Mrs. Johnson and Mr. McCullough, who also went to New York to meet Queen Marie, are both of Minneapolis. Business grows by making customers and keeping customers. The best way to do this is to let people buy only those things that will give them the utmost satisfaction. BRONZE BEAUTY face powder John L. Rogers, 416 St. Anthony ave. Age, 42 years. Died Saturday, Oct. 23 at Ancker hospital after a brief illness. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Oct. 26 at 2:30 p.m. from McGavock's Mortuary, Rev. W. H. Griffin and Rev. T. J. Carr, officiating. Mr. Rogers was the only brother of Mrs. Henry Milner, 189 Edmund st. Interment was at Oakland cemetery. Nick Smith, 222 Rondo st. Age, 58 years. Died Monday, Oct. 25 at Ancker hospital after a short illness. Mr. Smith had been a resident of St. Paul for more than 20 years, and was employed at the St. Paul Union Depot for a number of years. Funeral services were held Thursday, Oct. 28 at 2:30 p. m. from the McGavock Mortuary, Rev. L. W. Harris, assisted by Rev. Collins, officiating. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife, Mrs. Anna Smith, and his daughter, Mrs. Helen Allen of the same above address. Interment was at Forest cemetery. Christine Jones, age 18 years, died at Anker hospital, Wednesday morning, Nov. 3. Funeral services Saturday at 2:00 p. m. from the residence, 1012 Rondo St. and from St. James A. M. E. church at 2:30 p. m. Rev. W. H. Griffin officiating. The deceased is survived by her father, brother and three sisters. Mrs. T. H. Lyles, funeral director. WELCOME HALL NOTES During the month of October, 2,531 persons used Welcome Hall. The Halloween party Friday evening was attended by more than one hundred persons, seventy-six of these were children. The Boys' club of Welcome Hall will meet Tuesday evening from 7-8 UNIVERSITY AVENUE Kregel & of October. Welcome Hall. Friday Friday eve-more than one city-six of these Welcome Hall ning from 7-8 CITY AVE. ADV legel & Renc UNIVERSITY AVE. ADVERTISERS Kregel & Renchin Druggists Visit the Most Up-to-Date in the N A. & B. DRY CLEA Suits Cleaned and Pressed Regular $1.50 . . . Ladies Suits and Dresses G Pressed. Regular $2.00 676 University Ave., Cor. 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Formerly Egbert Pharmacy PLUMBING & HEATING Phone Dale 2315 MOBBISTS ARRESTED (Preston News Service) Douglas, Ga., Nov. 5—For the first time in history, it is said, in the South, the law has stepped in a lynching case and brought action against the mob. Nine of the sixteen members of a mob that shot to death Dave Wright, alleged slayer, after taking him from the jail, have been indicted. They are under arrest. p.m. All boys are invited. The Girls' club meets Friday afternoon after school. On Tuesday mornings there will be dectects, from 9 to 9:30. Rev. Mr. Ratz of the Cherokee Heights Presbyterian church delivered the meeting Tuesday. There will be different speakers each week. The public is invited. Ladies, take advantage of the class in Placque and Rug making. These things make delightful Christmas presents. The only thrill worth while is the one that comes from making something out of yourself. E. 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