St. Paul Echo

WE ARE looking for those who believe in Race co-operation, as they may have some good ideas. VOL. 2, NO. 9 ATLANTIC COAST LINE AND PULLMAN SUED FOR $25,000 Darrow to Aid Hayes in Damage Suit Backed by National Association. Woman Ejected Imprisoned and Fined $500 and Cost for Violating Florida's Jim Crow Law. (Preston News Service) New York City, Dec. 31—In an effort to seek redress for being forcibly ejected from a Pullman car last July 1 by police officers at Palatka, Fla., Mrs. Blanche S. Brookins, of this city through her attorneys, Garfield Arthur Hays and Clarence Darrow is suing the Pullman Company and the Atlantic Coast Line Railway for damages aggregating $25,000. N. A. A. C. P. Back of Suit. The case is being handled by the N. A. A. C. P. Mrs. Brookins, in her complaint charges that on July 18, at Palatka, Fla., she was on a Pullman sleeper, on which she had purchased through accommodations from New York to Orlando, Fla., when a conductor forced her to leave the train because of Florida's Jim Crow law. The Jim Crow law prohibits the use by Negroes of railway accommodations set apart for whites within the state, but other Pullman accommodations are provided for Negroes. On this train no such accommodations are provided for Negroes. On this train no such accommodations had been provided Mrs. Brookins charges, and she was told to ride in a day coach. Ejected, Imprisoned and Fined. Her Pullman was attached to the Havana Special, operated by the Atlantic Coast Line, Mrs. Brookins, says, and when the train reached Jacksonville, Fla., a conductor demanded that she leave the Pullman. She refused to do so, and the following day, at Palatka, police officers were summoned who forcibly ejected Mrs. Brookins charges in her complaint that she was then imprisoned in the county jail at Palatka, fined $500 and costs amounting to $18.17 (Continued on page 3) CAR REGISTRATION BEGINS TUESDAY Early Applicants Will Get Plates Promptly; Banks, Dealers Receive Blanks. Registration of automobiles for 1927 will begin Jan. 2. Mike Holm, Secretary of State, during the past week has sent application blanks to all banks, all registers of deeds, all automobile dealers and to a large number of attorneys, notaries and others. These persons have also been supplied with the 1927 rate books, so that an automobile owner can go to any one of these places and find out how much his make and model of car will cost for registration. If he has his 1926 registration card or a proper bill of sale, in case of a new car, all he has to do is to fill out the application blank and send it in with the old card and a check or money order for the right amount. Mr. Holm says that during the first part of January he expects to be able to send out plates the same day applications come in, provided they are accompanied by money orders or drafts. In case of personal checks, plates are held a few days until the checks are cleared through the banks. Those who wait until February may have to wait two or three weeks or possibly more before they get their plates. The time for paying the tax without a penalty expires February 15, and so many people wait until the last few days before making application, that there is usually a great congestion of mail in the office. The license plates for 1927 will be pea green letters on a bottle green background, for passenger cars, white on tuscan red for trucks and trailers, vermilion on light gray for dealers plates, and lemon yellow on granite for tax exempt cars. The St. Paul Echo Beautiful Oxford Ball Room Open To Negroes First Time ONE YEAR AGO THIS WEEK W. A. Young entered the Undertaking Establishment of A. J. McGavock, as an assistant. J. C. Few opened the first up-to-date garage and filling station owned and operated by Negroes in the city of St. Paul. Roy Belmont, well known young man, dies at Central Police Station from a hemorrhage. Mr. and Mrs. Milton Shanks of Minneapolis opened their new home to the general public. George Hamlin, 700 Lyndale Place, Minneapolis, died at General hospital. F. A. A. Y. Masons made plans to erect a Masonic Center in Minneapolis. E. Clendennon Local young man composer of late song hit, "Jimmy" will be a feature attraction of the dance given by the D. W. C. club at the Oxford Ballroom Monday evening Jan. 3. Mr. Clendennon is well known among the young set of the Twin Cities and is well on the way to fame with his musical talent. HAD FIVE WIVES AND 34 CHILDREN HAD FIVE WIVES AND 34 CHILDREN Texan Rail-Splitter Considered the Oldest Resident in Dallas. Dallas, Tex., Dec. 31—Henry Plummer, aged 106 years, father of 34 children, rail-splitter with Abraham Lincoln, maker of medicine and now alone in his vine-shaded cottage here since the death of his fifth wife, is considered the oldest resident in Dallas. According to Mr. Plummer, his father, now aged 133 years, is living in Georgetown, District of Columbia. Plummer said that he last heard from his father in October. He said that his mother lived to be 73 years of age, and that she bore twenty-nine children, he being one of them. Rocking away slowly in his old fashioned cane bottom rocker Plummer said that two of his brothers, James and Thomas, went to Africa in one of the ships that carried slaves, soon after the close of the Civil War. He said both of them are in their nineties, and are still living. Plummer has survived all of his wives, his fifth one having died seventeen years ago in Dallas at the age of 53. Of his 34 children 22 are living; the oldest being Nicholas Plummer, aged 84 and residing in Los Angeles, Cal. It seems almost incredible, but Plummer tells of the remarkable developments he has seen take place in Dallas since he settled here years ago. He tells a vivid story of his trip West in a covered wagon and the long time which it took him to reach Dallas from the East. He told of many encounters with the Indians on his way West. When asked how he accounts for his long life and good health he said: "Well, I take a good drink of good whisky each morning; I have smoked and chewed since a small boy. I never get drunk. I never work too hard. In fact I never overdo anything. People cut their lives short by overdoing things. They rush here and there. They eat too much, they drink too much, some work too much, but few do that. They just live too fast." ST. PAUL-MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, SATURDAY, JANUARY 1, 1927 D. W. C. Club to Entertain on Monday Night, Using Joe Peyer's Famous Eight-Piece Orchestra. To the seductive strains of Joe Peyer's justly famous eight piece orchestra, the beautiful Oxford ballroom, Grand Ave. at Oxford will be introduced for the first time next Monday evening to the sight of hundreds of colored people dancing under the softly colored lights of the hall. The dance, which is sponsored by the D. W. C. club, a group of young men in the city, is the first event given by the club. According to Walter Minor, chairman of the committee, everything has been done to make this dance a unique and memorable one. After a careful survey of the available places in the city, the Oxford ballroom was selected because of its extreme beauty, and because of the additional feature of the orchestra in connection with it. The ballroom has never before been used by Negroes. The outstanding feature of the evening will be the presentation of a new song hit, "Jimmy;" composed by Earl Clendennon, local artist. Means have been taken by the club to preserve perfect order. "Everyone who comes to the dance will be considered our personal guest," said Peavey Johnson, "and we intend to do everything to see that all people have an excellent time. Dancing will begin at 8 p. m., Monday, January 3, and will last until midnight. No tickets are being sold in advance, and the admission price is fifty cents. ACQUITTED TWICE OF SAME CHARGE Defense Attorneys Hold That the State Failed to Show Murder Evidence. Davidson, N. C., Dec. 30—Kenneth McCorkle and Edward Withers for the second time were acquitted Thursday of a charge of murder in connection with the death of Charles Morton, a barber, whose charred body was found in his barber shop here Nov. 21. The barbershop had been destroyed by fire and it was alleged that Morton had met with foul play. McCorkle and Withers were first acquitted after a hearing before Magistrate Mangum at Charlotte on December 6. Later new murder warrants were sworn out by the widow of the barber. Witnesses who examined the body of the dead barber testified that his skull had been crushed. The state attempted to prove that Witners and McCorkle were the last persons seen with Morton on the night of the fire. Defense attorneys contended that the state failed to show a murder had been committed and that no evidence had been introduced to show that the defendants had been with the barber for more than two hours before the fire. Testimony was introduced that another person, whose identity was not known, was in the barbershop with Morton when McCorkle and Witners left. An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.—Benjamin Franklin. Minnesota Wins Title In Contest Extending Over 13 Years For Swamp Land Grant Of 1860 CHRISTMAS HOLDS MANY CHARMS FOR ENTIRE ST. PAUL CHRISTMAS HOLDS MANY CHARMS FOR ENTIRE ST. PAUL Churches, Social and Other Organizations Carry Cheer to All. Special Services Held Yuletide spirit was spread all about St. Paul by workers from churches, social and other organizations during the Xmas holidays. Special Services Held. Churches held special services and their regular Sunday services were interesting. On Christmas Day at 6 A. M. at St. James A. M. e church a cantata "White Gifts For the King" was presented by the Sunday School under the direction of Mrs. Bertha J. King, the regular Sunday sermon was delivered by Rev. William H. Griffin. On Sunday evening a beautiful cantata was rendered by the Choir. At Camphor M. E. the Xmas tree and program Friday evening was nicely carried out. Sunday at 11 a.m. the Xmas sermon was preached by the pastor. At 6:30 p. m. a pageant was beautifully rendered by 25 persons. The Christmas services were held at the regular time Sunday at Pilgrim Baptist church and the Sunday School held their exercises Sunday night. A fellowship meeting was held Monday night. All of the services were well attended. Hospitals Visited. Under the auspices of Louis White and Louise Moore, a subscription was taken from which fruit, ice cream, and toys were distributed among the patients at Ancker hospital. Mr. Louis White and Miss Moore are members of St. Philips church. Captain Jones of the colored fire department headed a subscription among the firemen and turned it over to Mrs. R. F. Wilson who made donations to the patients at Ancker hos- (Continued on page 4) TEA ROOM PROPRIETRESS OVERCOME BY GAS FUMES Mrs. Jessie Alexander, 661 West Central Ave., proprietress of Alexander's Sweet Shoppe and Tea Room, 622 Rondo St., met with a serious accident Xmas morning when she was overcome by gas fumes from a defective flu. Mrs. Alexander was in the midst of preparations for dinner and was not aware of her condition until after a series of faintting spells a physician was summoned and found her suffering from gas poisoning. She was confined to her home for four days. Her condition is greatly improved. First "Clear List" Giving Title to 801.30 Acres Received by Ray P. Chase. After a contest extending over 13 years, Minnesota has won title to more than $350,000 worth of land, comprising part of the federal government's Swamp Land Grant of March 12, 1860. Auditor Announces. Announcement of this fact has just been made by Ray P. Chase, State Auditor and Land Commissioner, on receipt from the U. S. General Land Office of the first of a series of so-called swamp land "clear lists," conveying to 801.30 acres, which was approved December 6 by Hubert Work, Secretary of the Interior. The State's case was actually won on March 1, last, when the U. S. Supreme Court upheld the State's contentions, as argued by Clifford L. Hilton, Attorney General, after an extended legal battle. Following this decision Mr. Chase has been endeavoring to perfect Minnesota's title to 56,394 acres remaining unpatented on the Swamp Land Grant. There were 57,100 acres involved in the State's claim, but the Supreme Court held for the Govern- Negroes Being Used Break the Effectiveness of Organizing Among White Mines. (Preston News Service) Pittsburgh, Pa., Dec. 30—Greatly inspired by the success of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters in their unionizing efforts the Negro coal miners in Western Pennsylvania are turning toward the United Mine Workers. According to reports from the coal fields where a great number of miners are Negroes and are being used by employers to break down the effectiveness of organizing among white miners, indicate that Negro miners are seriously taking up unionism. Ban on Courier. The Pittsburgh Courier, said to be one of the leading Negro papers in the country, has been and is urging the Negro miners to become union, and it is said that admonitions of its Editor, Robert L. Vann, is having effect. Several coal company officials of this district have made an attempt to prevent The Courier from circulating among the workers, it is said. It is reported that salesmen, especially Negro salesmen, are not permitted to sell their wares among the Negro miners without a permit from the superintendent of the mine. The conditions under which permission is granted are usually so rigid that salesmen become disgusted and do not try to comply. One salesman was told by a mine superintendent that he did not want a salesman going around among the miners. He said that some salesmen come there under the guise of selling shoes, hosiery, clothing, toilet articles and whatnots, but he has found that they were really selling subscriptions for a Negro newspaper that is published (Continued in page 3). (Continued on page 3) MID-NIGHT SHOW At ELKS CLUB Gopher Lodge Prepares Superb Entertainment for New Year Eve R. S. Harris, chairman of the entertainment committee of Gopher Lodge No. 105, announces a midnight entertainment for New Year's eve, Friday, Dec. 31, at the Elks' club, 217 W. Central Ave. Mid-night entertainment, watching the old year out and the New Year in, is in keeping with the custom of many of the high-class cafes and clubs of the country. According to the committee, arrangements have been made to serve a special luncheon, and the entertaining will be superb All Elks and their friends are cordially invited to attend. From the present outlook the committee is advising patrons to make early reservations. ment as to 706 acres in the Leech Lake, Winnipegoshish and Cass Lake Reservations, and settlement therefor was promptly made by the State. Most of the land included in the grant of 1860 had been patented to the State many years ago, but in 1913 the Department of the Interior notified Governor A. O. Eberhart that decision had been made "to suspend the issuance of further patents under the Swamp Land Grant to the State of Minnesota." The States' real fight to get possession of the "suspended" lands to which it claimed title began when J. A. O. Preus, then State Auditor, Mr Chase as deputy auditor, Attorney General Hilton and Arthur Christopherson, his assistant, presented the matter formally to the Department of the Interior at a hearing in Washington. Later the department brought action against the State of Minnesota, with the result above noted, an almost complete victory for the State. Although patent has been received to only 800 of the 56,000 acres involved, Secretary Work wrote Mr Chase on December 11, that a second "clear list" is in course of preparation for submission for approval and that other "clear lists" would follow MINNESOTA Three French Words, No Cash Terminates Tour Cleveland, Ohio, Dec. 31—George Martin, aged 23, arrived in New York last week from a more or less pleasant world tour. Martin left for France, knowing but three words of French and practically no cash. For some time Martin had been employed at Ellis Island and one day he made up his mind to see France and accordingly went over as a stowaway. He says that while he was in France his travels were exceedingly monotonous for he was constantly going from one jail to another. His inability to furnish papers, he said, had resulted in his arrest. "I said 'bon jour,' he explained, and when in doubt, 'ouil, oui,' which probably convicted me of everything in France." Martin told newspaperman that his next trip abroad would be pre-arranged and he would certainly have his papers as well as know more French words. SENTENCE HELD CRUEL BY N.A.A.C. SENTENCE HELD CRUEL BY N.A.A.C. Six Months' Sentence to Negro Asked to Be Reversed by Attorney. New York, Dec. 24—William L. Patterson, retained as attorney by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, in the case of a young colored man, James Williams, sentenced to six months imprisonment for breaking a window in the subway during an altercation, has appealed the case asking for reversal of magistrate's judgment and prompt release of the prisoner. Argument on the case is to be heard on December 2 in the Appellate Part of the Court of Special Sessions. Defendant Makes Statement. Mr. Patterson in his brief points out that the only witness against the colored man was a policeman, who gave inadmissible testimony in the form of opinions and surmises, after admitting that he did not know anything about what had occurred to cause the disturbance. The only statement by the colored defendant, not solicited by the court, was: "They don't tell you they throw me down the stairs." Attorney Prepares Brief. Mr. Patterson points out in his brief that the presiding Magistrate was without power to sentence the defendant under the law; that the evidence given against him was for the most part inadmissible; and that the punishment for breaking a window in an altercation in which (Continued on page 2) Income From Proceeds of Swamp Land Used for Schools and Other State Wards. "as expeditiously as the necessary work can be performed." No action by the Federal Government having followed the Supreme Court's decision of last March, Mr. Chase wrote Secretary Work personally on August 16, calling his attention to the Court's decision and continuing as follows: "The issues involved having been adjudicated, the terms of the grant having been compiled with and the Governor of Minnesota having made formal request for the issuance of patent, as Land Commissioner of Minnesota I respectfully urge that you direct that patients forthwith be executed to the State of Minnesota, confirming its title to the balance of the swamp lands conveyed by the grant of March 12, 1860." This insistent request brought results and Minnesota will soon have title to lands that should have been patented to it 60 years ago, and which are now conservatively estimated as worth $6.50 per acre, or a total of $356,000, exclusive of stand- (Continued on page 2). WISHING US success and prosperity is one way to express your interest. Paying your bills is the only way to show it. PRICE FIVE CENTS ELKS TO CONVENE IN PITTSBURGH ON JANUARY 10-11-12 Mid-Winter Conference Is Attracting Nation-Wide Interest. Purpose Far Reaching Will Discuss Change of 1927 Meeting Place and Financial Difficulties. (Preston News Service) A communication from the Elks committee which is holding a midwinter conference in Pittsburg, Jan. 10, 11, and 12th, was received by Fred D. McCracken, Exalted Ruler of Elks, Gopher Lodge No. 105, St. Paul, Minn. McCracken Interviewed. McCracken interviewed. According to Mr. McCracken this conference was called by prominent members of Elks fraternity and he further states it has no standing as conferences and meetings are only authorized by the Grand Lodge constitution. The mid-winter conference at Pittsburgh is attracting nationwide interest and it is generally known that the purpose of the meeting is to influence the change of the convention meeting place from New York City and discuss finances. When the Elks met in Cleveland the past summer, New York was voted on as the meeting place for 1927. At that time any number of subordinate lodges all over the country voiced their avowed disapproval of the metropolis, taking as a basis for their argument the Gratton Law, which prohibits the wearing of emblems, holding of pageants and parades, and other activities indispensable with an Elk convention. Since the grand Lodge meeting in Cleveland, St. Paul, Minneapolis and more than 450 of the ssbordinate lodges of which there are close to 800, have stated their dissatisfaction with New York as a meeting place, and with a split session imminent, prominent figures in Elk circles decided to call a midwinter conference in Pittsburgh, for the purpose of deciding the issue definitely. Twin City Elks state that besides fearing an injunction, there is a question of finance and that they are in favor of a meeting place more centrally located so more of their delegates can attend. (Continued on page 2) SENATE REJECTS DORMITORY ITEM Appropriation Declared by Democats, Grounds for Discrimination. (Preston News Service) Washington, D. C., Dec. 30—In passing the Interior Department Department appropriation bill Thursday afternoon, the Senate adopted an amendment providing $218,000 toward the annual maintenance of Howard University, but rejected an amendment which would have authorized an additional $150,000 for a new dormitory for women at Howard University. Before the Howard University item was disposed of Senator Trammel, Democrat of Florida, opposed any appropriation on the ground that it constituted a discrimination against other educational institutions that do not receive congressional aid. He declared that he was opposed to the appropriation solely on the ground of discrimination and not because it is a colored institution. It finally was agreed to approve the current expenses, with the new dormitory item eliminated. Last week when this appropriation bill was before the House of Representatives all of the items for Howard University were eliminated on a point of order raised by Bill G. Lowrey, Democrat member of the House from Mississippi. The action of the Senate Thursday afternoon has the effect of sending to conference the routine expenses for Howard University without any provision for a new building, said to be sorely needed at the institution. 4 An Independent Negro Weekly Newspaper Advertising rates furnished upon application. "Entered as second class St. Paul, Minn. NEW The New Year, when forms of one kind or an- ed that everyone has a properly, a distinct serv- great body of which he is Every calling is an by which society is the g principle of the ethics of is that of the ethics of service, should be funda 1927. "Entered as second class matter Nov. 7, 1925, at the post office at St. Paul, Minn., under the act of March 3, 1879" NEW YEAR THOUGHTS New Year, when the calendar prods us into the kind or another, is an appropriate time for anyone has a place in the world, and if he for distinct service is being rendered to other of which he is a member. Calling is an opportunity for some form of society is the gainer. As self-command is as the ethics of Stoicism, and as the desire to the ethics of Epicureanism, so the principle should be fundamental in guiding us during The New Year, when the calendar prods us into personal reforms of one kind or another, is an appropriate time to be reminded that everyone has a place in the world, and if he fills this place properly, a distinct service is being rendered to others and to the great body of which he is a member. Every calling is an opportunity for some form of usefulness, by which society is the gainer. As self-command is a fundamental principle of the ethics of Stoicism, and as the desire for happiness is that of the ethics of Epicureanism, so the principle of love and service, should be fundamental in guiding us during the year of 1927. TRADE WHERE YOU ARE WANTED In children's parlance I have something pretty, be nice to you." In business that he wishes to meet means the advertiser ex serve your needs, and th in which you saw his ad. If our advertisers h that appeal to your taste you care, by patronizing tise in your race journ subtle silence may be t The person who does ad your patronage or he w Children's parlance an advertisement means, something pretty you should have. Come on,ou." In business the advertiser makes the rules to meet you upon equal and friendl advertiser expects to treat you courteous needs, and that he has a regard for your u saw his advertisement. Advertisers have something you wish, unde to your tastes, you will be serving interes y patronizing them. The person who doe race journals may not wish your patrce may be the means of conveying the who does advertise in your race journal age or he would not spend his money say In children's parlance an advertisement means, "Little boy, I have something pretty you should have. Come on over and I'll be nice to you." In business the advertiser makes the same appeal, that he wishes to meet you upon equal and friendly terms. It means the advertiser expects to treat you courteously and really serve your needs, and that he has a regard for your mouthpiece, in which you saw his advertisement. If our advertisers have something you wish, under conditions that appeal to your tastes, you will be serving interests for which you care, by patronizing them. The person who does not advertise in your race journals may not wish your patronage. And subtle silence may be the means of conveying the intelligence. The person who does advertise in your race journals, does wish your patronage or he would not spend his money saying so. AN ORGANIZATION THAT REPORTS There has come to our session of the Northwest held September 15-19, 19 Bluffs, Iowa. Every par committee reports are pay by Rev. W. H. Griffin of H. C. Boyd, St. Peter, H. H. Miller of St. James, Here are some inter conference is 3,134. Du 930.05 and had a total smallest membership is The conference gave $1 name seems to have good conference candidate for chosen in 1928. Rev. C. Minneapolis, reported $ Ottumwa, Iowa, for dollar per capita is cost Wayman, Minneapolis, w made a highly commence of Rev. H. C. Boyd of St makes special note that Plan; that the collection church socials or enterta spiritual condition are paid. If any one think should be made betweenizations covering the san as come to our hands a copy of the minutes of the Northwestern Conference of the A. M. October 15-19, 1926, with Bethel A. M. E. Chu. Every page of the volume is interest reports are particularly so, viz.: "State of There has come to our hands a copy of the minutes of the sixth session of the Northwestern Conference of the A. M. E. Church, held September 15-19, 1926, with Bethel A. M. E. Church, Council Bluffs, Iowa. Every page of the volume is interesting. Three committee reports are particularly so, viz.: "State of the Church," by Rev. W. H. Griffin of St. James, St. Paul; "Education," by Rev. H. C. Boyd, St. Peter, Minneapolis, and "Resolutions," by Chass. H. Miller of St. James, St. Paul. Here are some interesting figures: The membership of the conference is 3,134. During the year they raised a total of $71,-930.05 and had a total of 200 conversions and accessions. The smallest membership is 7, the largest is 698, St. James, St. Paul. The conference gave $1,685 for education. Rev. W. H. Griffin's name seems to have good reason to appear frequently. He is the conference candidate for Manager of the Book Concern, to be chosen in 1928. Rev. C. R. Waters, the new pastor of St. James, Minneapolis, reported $3.50 per member for 112 members of Ottumwa, Iowa, for dollar money and connectional claims. Two dollars per capita is considered good. Rev. H. C. Claybrook of Wayman, Minneapolis, with 41 members, no building and no wife, made a highly commendable report. A noticeable report is that of Rev. H. C. Boyd of St. Peter, Minneapolis. The Presiding Elder makes special note that that church is supported on the Tithing Plan; that the collection table is never set out; that there are no church socials or entertainments for profit; that the financial and spiritual condition are good and improving; that the debts are paid. If any one thinks the church is decadent a comparison should be made between these minutes and those of secular organizations covering the same area. Not so fast, Mr. Editor: A Negro editor, in because the Chicago Treral Insurance Company advertised will not be so Negroes boycott the Trisibles violently. It seems as though Determinism is a reality win world markets. As win elections. A Negro editor, in Chicago, has got all "hot in the collar" because the Chicago Tribune is carrying advertising of the Federal Insurance Company, which advertising states that the policy advertised will not be sold to Negroes. This editor suggests that Negroes boycott the Tribune. All of which silly talk rouses my risibles violently. It seems as though Negroes will never learn that Economic Determinism is a reality in this world. "Money talks" and bullets win world markets. And it takes money to buy bullets as well as win elections. Why should the Chicago Tribune refuse advertising from a company simply because that company refuses to do business with Negroes? How much advertising do Negroes place in the Chicago Tribune? How much do they place even in the Negro papers? What have we got to advertise? How well do we pay for the little advertising that we do? Would the prestige of the Tribune be hurt one bit if all the Negroes in Illinois abstained from reading it? Doesn't the dear editor know that when white papers and magazines and advertising agencies place marketing data before prospective advertisers that these publications nearly always ignore the Negro population entirely? We simply don't count then. We always read such expressions as, "white population," "white male population," "native white population," "white women buyers." This is due to the fact or the belief that our group is not looked upon as a group with a stable income, with "free dollars." And some of us who do business with Negroes know that this is the truth. There is a vast difference between doing business with a group that can write a personal check at any time in payment for purchases and a group that can only put down money on payday. And some of us know that you must hop quickly even on pay-day to get there before the pay is all spent. There is one way that Negroes can break down prejudice in white insurance companies. That is to go in the Negro companies and make them so strong that even whites will find it advantageous to join them. MAKE OUR COMPANIES SO STRONG THAT THEY WILL BECOME WEALTHY, WITH EXTRA FUNDS TO INVEST ELSEWHERE, IN REAL ESTAE, BONDS, BANKS, etc. This is the true economic weapon and the only weapon that white men pay any attention to. Now that the American Bar Association is striving to make the practice of law a rich man's profession, what are the struggling youth of the Race to do? Wha'dya think? They are trying to legislate the office of Recorder of Deeds Arthur G. Froo into a subsidiary wing of the District of Columbia government. What would the Register of Deeds of New York County do, were it sought to make him accountable to the Board of Aldermen? the colored man was presumably defending himself from attack, especially considering that he had never before been convicted of a crime, was cruel and unusual. Mr. Patterson suggests that the only explanation for the Magistrate's action is prejudice. His brief conclusions by saying that "the punishment already meted out to the defendant is in excess of any punishment merited by the facts, and (we) respectfully submit that this learned Court should discharge the defendant forthwith. Powerful Mushroom One of the queerest things done by any plant is the extraordinary power shown by a common mushroom when it wants to grow up into the open. Tender and spongy, the slightest thing will crush its fragile substance. But this feeble thing can, and sometimes does, lift a paving-stone that happens to impede its movements towards the air and light. By what remarkable faculty of engineering is this wonder accomplished? Dual Set of Manners Sign of Boorishness Many a man is crabbed, moody and stingy in his home and among his family and servants. But let the doorbell ring! Let a visitor call! As if by magic this man becomes suave and generous. He puts on his company manners. A story is told of a capable executive who lost an opportunity for promotion because his manners among his business associates were not carried over into his home. The president of the concern, who learned in time the dual code of the man, decided not to trust him in a post where instinctive good manners were a prime requisite. The bear had come home, unaware that his superior had preceded him with the offer of advancement, and, before his meek wife could break the news, had growled out his true nature. The acid test of good manners is not applied on the street or in the office, where expediency holds the whip and commands prudence. The real test is in the home, with children, among servants and all who may be called inferior; among those who cannot or will not retaliate for a harsh word or a despicable act. Here the invisible apparel of good manners proclaims the gentleman.—Rochester Times-Union. Much of this land is now suitable for agriculture, Mr. Chase says, although it was properly designated as "swamp" land when selected. When these lands or timber off them are sold, or iron ore leases made, the proceeds will be added to the permanent swamp land fund, which totalled $10,331,355.85 on June 30, last, the income from which is annually used for the benefit of the schools and the wards of the State. Half of this annual income goes to school apportionment, the other, half to the state educational, charitable and penal institutions in proportion to their cost of maintenance. In the last fiscal year this income amounted to the snug sum of $402,783.26. In other words, the public schools last year received more than $200,000 from this fund, while a similar amount was pro-rated among the various institutions. The State University received the largest amount, $94,936, while other institutions received varying amounts up to more than $10,000 each. There were 24 institutions benefited. It is interesting to note, according to Mr. Chase, that less than half of the more than $10,000,000 now constituting the swamp land fund was derived from sale of land. From this source has come $4,314,37.8 while timber sold off swamp lands has brought $4,360,754 and royalties on iron ore contributed $1,656,214 to the total. A number of forties included in the lands to which the state now gets title are known to contain large iron ore deposits, although the ore is of a quality at present not merchantable. These tracts will not be sold, but held until such time as there has been discovered a successful method of beneficiating low grade ores. The far-reaching significance of Minnesota's victory in these swamp land cases can better be understood and appreciated, it is pointed out, when it is borne in mind that it means thousands of dollars additional EVERY YEAR for educational purposes and care of the State's unfortunate wards for all time to come. SIX UNDER ARREST (Preston News Service) Wilson, N. C., Dec. 30.—Nash county authorities have six persons under arrest in connection with the killing of Charley Farmer late Saturday night. The murdered man was found lying in the Nashville-Wilson highway by a group of basketball players who notified the police. Officers think they have a good clue as to the identity of the slayer of Farmer, and believe they have the right persons lodged in jail. 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 appear in the column. The Editor In the St. Paul Echo of Dec. 18, 1926, I read with interest the account of the outcome of the theatrical case, the editorial concerning it and the attitude of the N. A. A. C. P. throughout the trial. I'd like to shake the hand and say a few congratulatory words to the fellow who wrote that editorial. He has the knack of putting into expression just what has become a fixed fact with N. A. A. C. P. branches here and elsewhere, throughout most of the country, as well as in St. Paul. They do not function, especially along the little lines which concern our race group the most. I know that no stream can rise higher than its source; and that blame for inaction may lie at the door of the rank and file rather more than it does at the hands of the organization; but it is pitiable that, with so many golden opportunities opening out before it daily, on every hand, about all the life it exhibits is in the annual election of officers. Now and then a big gun blows in, and there is a ripple of excitement for one consecutive day and then all is as still as the body when the spirit has departed. Early History of Books Early History of Books Through the Dark ages the church carefully guarded its literary treasures. Books were considered necessary to mitigate the austerities of monastic life. They were borrowed and exchanged for copying, and frequently were read for generations in the same monastery in which they had been written. Following the rule of St. Benedict, many monks read a required number of hours a day. The works accessible were kept in cupboards or presses and were studied or copied in the carols of the cloister, even during the coldest weather. Great value was set upon them. Thomas a Kemps passionately compares a monastery without books to a "kitchen without stewpans" or a "river without fish." The Independent. "Touch Wood" To one who boasts continued good luck the reply is often made "touch wood." Has this phrase come down to us from our tree worshiping ancestors? The primitive belief was that spirits resided in trees. Without this basic idea being entirely lost there came the period of the sacred groves and the Druids' oaks, and then the dedication of certain sorts of trees to the earliest and simplest form of superstition. We touch wood to call the attention of the tree spirit to the fact that we recognize his influence in the good luck of which we boast, and in order that he may not feel slighted and change our good fortune into bad; at least, that is why our ancestors touched wood. May Health. Wealth And Happiness Be With You During the Coming Year. Prominent Men Head Move. St. Paul and Minneapolis lodges are undecided on sending representatives to Pittsburgh on Jan. 10; 11 and 12th to determine a place to meet in 1927, but to date the committee of call includes a number of prominent figures in business and fraternal life. Among the men on the committee of call are Judge Edward Henry of Philadelphia, Robert Ridley of Chicago and Frank Sutton and Charles Stewart of Pittsburgh. The call follows: "To the Exalted Ruler, Officers of All Subordinate Lodges and Temples: "This is to call your attention to the Mid-Winter Conference to be held in Pittsburgh, January 10, 11, 12, 1927, for the purpose of deciding the next convention city for 1927. "Because of the furious Gratton Law in New York prohibiting the wearing of emblems, holding pageants and parades, the majority of the lodges and temples decided that any place in New York State was not the logical place for an annual convention. "At our last convention held in Cleveland one of the delegates had this information in his possession, but because of his failure to read the same advantage was taken of the youthful delegates. "Therefore, we, your committee, with the assistance of 452 lodges and temples, felt the necessity of calling this mid-winter conference to select a calm sea, where the Fraternal Brotherhood can sail on and to a peaceful end." "Subordinate lodges have been requested to send thir exalted rulers or past exalted rulers to the conference, but in case neither come here the subordinate lodges will send delegates. Barber Shop CASSIUS AND COMPANY SIX CHAIRS Separate Entrance and Chairs for Ladies Featuring Sterilization and Sanitary Service DALE AND RONDO STREETS In Memoriam MRS. MARGUERITE A. WASHINGTON Died Jan. 2, 1923 To Live in the Hearts of Those She Loved is Not to Die Therefore She Lives MRS. NARCISSA WRIGHT, M MRS. RHEVA HARROLD, Da Free! Free Free! Free! Fountain Pens With each year's subscription ($2.00) to the "Echo" A beautiful Jumbo Fountain Pen with 14K. gold plated pen point, gold filled lever and clip, or ladies size with ribbon rings. Your Choice of Three Colors: Green, Red & Mahogany Send for Your Pen Today! Make checks or money orders payable to the ST. PAUL ECHO 614 Court Block St. Paul, Minn. The grand exalted ruler has been requested to name a committee to represent him if he cannot come and that committee will sit in confab here to select a place in 1927. According to local lodge officials it will be necessary for this committee to report their findings to the Grand Exalted Ruler who in turn will instruct his committee on management to investigate same. NEW YEAR'S OPEN HOUSE The Officers and Members of Minnehaha Temple No. 129, extend the Season's Greetings and cordially invite the public to attend the Open House reception at Elks Hall, cor. Lyndale and 6th Ave. N. New Year's Day from 2 to 5 P. M. If you want to commit the crime of killing time be sure it is your own. Keystone Hotel Barber Shop We Specialize in LADIES' 35¢ MEN'S 35¢ & Children's Bathing Hair Cutting All Work Guaranteed Polite Service—Courteous Treatment A. WYLIE, Prop. Dale 8601 379 Carroll Ave. NEED SOME? ITS a fine thing to know where you can get cash when you need it. Our service is quick and confidential. We have helped your friends for years. Ask them about the Local Loan Co. 216 Exchange Bank Building 16th & Minnesota Sts. Tel. Co 2417 MRS. NARCISSA WRIGHT, Mother MRS. RHEVA HARROLD, Daughter ! Free! . RUNS: am eee : } Soo ed | | | | Ff fen Se Society: Notes & ST. PAUL NOTES Mire. Eugene Jackson Jr., left last Saturday night for Chicago to spend the holidays. Mr. Anthony M, Saunders, who has been residing in Seattle, for the past year, returned to St. Paul, Thursday to spend Xmas with his wife. Mrs, Birdie High and Mrs. Lola Edwards returned home Monday evening from a pleasant trip to Chi- cago where they spent the Xmas week-end. Mr, Edward James, husband of Mrs. Gladys James and brother of George James is very ill with a heart trouble. Mr. James suffered a slight attack a little over a month ago on the street and was assisted to his home by Mr. Bismark Archer. Mr. James remains quite ill at his home, 632 W. Central. Miss Guinevere Kelly and brother entertained the Cameo Social club Wednesday evening, Dec. 22 at their home. ‘The name of Margery MeKin- ney was added to the membership roll. The club was delighted to have two of their old members back again in the person of Mr. and Mrs. Her- bert Foster, Mrs, Foster being the organizer and first president of the club. The elub also had a call meet- ing at the home of Misses Martha and Esther Bradley, Mon. evening Dee. 27. Plans were made for their Xmas Party. Mrs. Rose L. Davis entertained twenty eight friends at a Xmas par- ty, which far excelled any of her previous efforts, At seven o'clock dinner was served. On the beauti- fully decorated Xmas tree were gifts for each guest. The guests danced from 8-12 after which they cheer- fully voted Mrs. Davis a wonderful hostess, On December 19, Peavey 8. John- son and Walter Willis left the city for Memphis, Tenn. Before their re- turn they will visit Fisk University and Maharry at Nashville, They will then attend the Omega Psi Phi, whieh meets in Chicago, ‘The Young Matrons’ Cirele gave a Xmas party Tuesday evening. Gifts were exchanged by the members and the club presented a beautiful junior lamp to Rev. and Mrs. Griffin and handsome torehier to Mrs, Eva Neal, their president. The St. Paul Echo gratefully ac- knowledges the receipt of Xmas and New Year Greetings from Dr. and Mrs. J. Walton Crump, Mr. and Mrs. W. Squire Neal, Rev. and Mrs, H. C. Boyd, Guardian State Bank, Mr. Earl Wilkins, and The National Benefit Insurance Co., Washington, D. C. Judge Henry Gallick will address the St. Paul Branch of the N. A. A. ©. P. Sunday afternoon at 4p. m. at the Central Ave., Y. W. C. A. Mrs. Helen O'Neil, 643 St. An- thony Ave., reported $64.00 at the dramatic concert at St. Paul Baptist chureh last Tuesday night and won first prize, a cedar chest filled and worth $75.00. Mrs, Hunter, 3623-4th Ave., So., Mpls., won second prize, a $10.00 bedspread. Mrs. Harvey Hop- kins, 443 Fuller Ave. won third prize, a $7.00 purse. Mrs, Carr re- ported $140.00 door receipts Miss Dorothy Green of Chicago is the holiday guest of Miss Ermine Hall, 996 Iglehart Ave. On Tuesday evening a party was given for Miss Green, by the Misses Ruth Thomas, Anna Foster, Janice Wright, Ermine Hall and Henrietta Bonaparte. About eighty young people were present. Music was furnishel by Arthur Gra- ham and Burt Schuck. The guests danced until one o'clock. The Wilberforce Alumni club is xiving a dinner party on New Year's night for their members and friends at the home of Miss Lydia Jones, 747 St, Anthony. Mrs. Havana Woodford, 1474 Charles St., had a miraculous escape from serious injury when some grease whieh she had thrown in the furnace ignited, burning her neck badly, her right arm, face and back. She is under the care of a physician De aaah aki cae ak eae WELCOME HALL NOTES ‘The boys club of Welcome Hall gave their Xmas party Tuesday even. ing Dee. 2ist at Weleome Hall. ‘Twenty two young people attended this party. The Teen Age Girls club gave their Xmas party Thursday Dee. 23rd at the home of the president, Rosella Walker. The house was decorated with erepe paper of Xmas colors. Dancing was the entertainment Punch and cake was served for re freshments., All activities at the Hall will be suspended until the week of Jan. 11 On Saturday Jan. Ist from 2-4 ‘Welcome Hall Neighborhood clut will be at home to the friends of the institution. [Votes | & Mr. Nick Carter, 710 Aldrich Ave., No., Mpls., is among those eligible for appointment on the police force of Minneapolis. He will start work ‘on the first of the year. ‘The Sojourner Truth Social club celebrated its first annual exhibit at the home of Mrs, L. R. Bailey, 3844 5th Ave, So., Monday evening, Dec. 13. Remarks were made by Mrs. W. C. Crews and refreshments were served. Mrs, Viola Butler arrived from Sioux Falls, S. D. to spend Christmas at home. Miss Myrtle D. Hull of the Family Welfare Association was one of the candidates confirmed at the Christ- mas confirmation of Gethsemane Episcopal Chureh, Sunday evening Dee. 26. ‘Mr. and Mrs. H. L. Adams, 2114 E, 36th St., entertained at dinner on Christmas Day, Mr. and Mrs. Well- ington of St. Paul, Mr. and Mrs. Clayborn and daughter Rella of Mpls. A delightful dinner was enjoyed. Covers were laid for seven. Bill (Bojangles) Robinson is play- ing at the Hennepin Orpheum Thea- ter this week. Harry Fiddler is playing at the Seventh Street Theater. The Christmas Dance given by the Fellowship club of Minneapolis on Monday evening Dee. 27th at the Ar- cadia was a gala affair. As usual with affairs given by this club, a large crowd was in attendance. Miss Jewel Coleman won the first prize in the popularity contest. PHYLLIS WHEATLEY NOTES For Donations, Phyllis Wheatley House says “Thank You" to the fol- lowing folks: Homewood Presbyteri- an Chureh, Maurine Boie, Mrs. E. Barney, The auxiliary, Dr. R. 8. Brown and the Elks Lodge. The Phyllis Wheatley Glee Club sang Christmas at the homes of board members Christmas Eve. ‘The group sang especially well and the listeners proclaimed the carol pro- gram the best and most impressive they had ever heard. ‘The High School Girls party last Wednesday night brought out a dan- dy group of boys and girls who had the jolliest and noisiest time ever, playing “Pit.” Prizes were awarded for the highest and lowest number of points won by individuals. You sure- ly missed a fine time if you weren't present. One hundred children registered at Phyllis Wheatley House between the ages of 7 and 13 received compli- mentary tickets to the State Theatre Wednesday morning to a special per- formance of the “Kiddies Revue.” Each child was presented with a bag of candy, nuts and an apple. The Health Crusade Girl's had their Christmas party Wednesday at 4 o'clock. Miss Jacobsen read the story of the Christmas Seal. The girls sang four songs as-their share of the program. Ice cream, cakes and candies were the refreshments. Miss Jacobsen presented each girl with a gift, and the group presented her with a little surprise package. ‘The regular meetings of the Crusade o'clock. The Intermediate Girls and Boys had their Sleigh ride Wednesday aft- ernoon at 3 o'clock. It was enjoyed by all. RESCUED FROM FIRE (Preston News Service) | washington, Dy Dee. 31—Four women and a little boy were taken down a ladder to safety early Thurs- day when fire cut off their escape fram’ toeoeeend ‘toe or ne apare ment huse at 249 Florida avenue, jhe rescued were: Mra. Helen Jones, aged 26; Hugh Jones, aged 5; une aarpare Bachelor ia pea old; Mrs, Elizabeth Dyson, 58 years old; and Miss Emily Dyson aged 23. THrsiin 2008 got fase moder control The damage wan eatimated at about $3,000. STONE LEAVES WITH BODY Mr. George Stone, 214-West Cen- tral Ave., accompanied by his four smu chidyn Tet for Louse, se sippi with the remains of his wife, the late Mrs, Mary Stone, aged 26 years who was fatally burned im a gasoline explosion. The interment will take place at the family home. The body was pre- pared for shipment by Simpson and Wills. - FOR SALARY ———~\ LOA i ‘= MURPHY 312 Builders ry ——— Happy New Year! Sic ee 4 bee oe ee Ber ey ‘ a Pi. oe #3 Ve res - Tone ee Oo ee Mee SD Mer aN ae | i sh gh F eo. ees, ve (eee 5 << ae y ° off oto, Cuckoo Kept Busy ‘There is a curious legend in Dutch folklore: when the cuckoo’s note is first heard in the woods the the coun- try girls kiss thelr hands, and ask the bird, “Cuckoo, cuckoo, when shall I be married?” And the old folk, erlp- pled with age and illness, inquire “Cuckoo, when shall I be released from this world’s cares?” The bird answers by calling “cuckoo” as many times as years will pass before the ob- Ject of their wish is attained. But as many girls never marry, and some old people live to a great age, the poor bird 1s 80 overworked answering the numerous questions put_to her that the spring passes before she has time to bulld a nest, and so she lays her eggs in the nest of another bird. Postal Equality Sought ‘Without prejudice to their claim to votes and general equality with men before the law, some married French women have decided to select a few special, if apparently minor, points on which they intend to secure equal treatment. Among the rights de- sired immediately is the equality of postal privileges. A French wife went to the post office and asked for a box as near her husband's as possible. “Are you in business on your own account, madame?” asked tho. post- master. “No.” “Then you need your husband's authorization to rent a box!" ‘The reply started the movement for postal equality. A Beggar’s Warning A kindly old lady stooped over a reclining beggar and produced « pen- ny. The beggar eyed {t disdainfully. “Ma'am,” he began. “Di ye read in de paper about de beggar dat died and lett w million dollars to a Indy dat give bim a quarter?” “L seem to remember something of the sort,” replied the old lady, “but”— “Well, dat guy was me brother. Dat’s de kind of a family we are!"— xchange, True to Form “I'll say I do. Exactly, I remem- faites etraldto go li aad oe oe ‘The good-time crowd usually land in the bad-time poorhouse, tion. (CASH and CARRY Prices With Quality Meats and Groceries Fresh Dressed Poultry at All ‘Times Elk 1888 559 St. Anthony Av. EB. N. Martin L. R. Blair And You Are Next { All the Time At Our New Location Sanitary Tonsorial Parlor 709 RONDO STREET Manicurist St. Paul, Minn, MINNEAPOLIS ADVERTISERS site de Buneral Birector eee ST. PAUL ECHO Petrol Tin in Stone Recalls Brave Deed There is only one statue in the world in which a tin of petrol figures. This ts in Madrid, and commemo- rates an incident in the Spanish war in Cuba. A certain house was known to shelter a number of insurgents, and @ Spanish soldier conceived the idea of creeping up to it at night armed with a tin of petrol and a box of matches. He was to set fire to the petrol and throw the tin into the house. ‘The chances that he himself would not be burned to death were small, but to take advantage of every loop- hole for escape it was arranged that he should make his attempt with a long rope tled round him, the other end being held by his comrades, so that if the rope was not burned through, he might, dead or alive, be dragged back. ‘The attempt was successful, and in due course a statue was erected in Madrid, showing, in addition to the man, bia rope and tin of petrol French Rural Lite Sees Little Change In the France that I know the work- manship of handicrafts and gardens and woodlands and inn kitchens and wine cellars and vineyards; the fru- gallties, the fetes, the austerities, the relaxings, all these things overwhelm- ingly continue. Mme. Aubain still sits beslde the white wainscoting, looking through the windows at the life of the street ; Fell- cite is still at work from the kitchen to grenler; notaire, small banker; peasant-proprietor, physicians, shep- herd, housewife, market stall, town drummer, abbe, hotel keeper, mar- chand de vin, blacksmith, haute bour- geolse, local movenne and petites bourgeotses, local watchmaker, chair caner, bellows mender, woodcutter, lo- cal barons and marguises, even, are still all in the places where they have been for half a thousand years—From “A Mirror to France,” by Ford Madox Ford. | When Down Town Stop at | 9 - I | SAM'S Cosmopolitan ; i CAFE | | Regular Meats | | Special Attention Given to | + SPeithcatrical ‘Parites Private Dining Rooms | CHICKEN and CHILE | OPEN DAY AND NIGHT S. B, WILLIAMS, Proprietor | 43 W. Exchange St. (a ey Phonie—South 7954 W. SQUII Funeral 502 E. 24th Street Free Delivery to All Parts | of Clty | Economy Market 902 6th Ave. No., Minneapolis GROCERIES | Poultry and Meats Hyland 9746 McDUFF WOODARD, Prop | | | ATLANTIC COAST LINE AND PULLMAN CO., SUED (Gontinued from page 1) and told by the Florida judge that he “was sorry he could not double her fine for violating the ‘Jim Crow’ law.” Passenger in Inter-State Commerce, “We will charge that, since Mrs. Brookins was a passenger in inter- state commerce and therefore not subject to the provisions of the Flori- da Jim @row law,” Attorney Hays stated, “the defendants violated their contracts as common carriers, with Mrs. Brookins, subjecting her to in- sult, mortification and injury to her nervous system and general health; that their agents acted carelessly, negligently, forcibly and unlawfully, and that they caused her to be un- lawfully imprisoned, with great ex- pense and personal injury. This is a case of inhuman treatment,” Mr. Hays declared. Attracting Wide Spread Interest. This case is designed to attract wide spread interest because of the many new angles and phases in- volved. The fact that such able coun- sel as Hays and Darrow will handle it presages a new era in legal and judicial contentions and interpreta- tions of the laws governing interstate travel, and the intent and meaning of passenger accommodations. Mem- bers of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People indicate that this will be a supreme effort to thrash out this much moot- ed question. Every effort will be made to prosecute this case to the limit. The Egotist I have been denfed a certain Joy many know. ‘There are persons who regard themselves as perfect, and find pleasure in the habit; in criticism of those not equally blessed with con- celt. T have often wondered what the att!- tude of the really great is to- ward themselves. Was Michelangelo satisfied with himself? Or did his constant hard work indicate he was unable to do his best? If this was the case, what a wonder is the pal- pably inferlor man who, contemplat- ing himself, falls on his knees in wor ship.—B. W. Howe's Weekly. Million Stars in Cluster Astronomers count the great clus- ter of Hercules as one of the most in- teresting of globular systems. If ap- pears to the naked eye as a small star, but under the heavy glasses 1s found to contain no fewer than 85,000 stars and they can be photographed today with the mproved alds for star study, ‘and astronomers claim that it {s ep- tirely possible that Hercules, to the naked eye a star of the sixth magni- tude, may have at least a million stars tn the cluster, all casting thelr rays forth together. Mrs. T. H. LYLES Oldest Established Mortician Office: Cedar 0508 Res: Dale 2947 150 W. Fourth St. St.Paul, Minn. If You Want a Delicious Home- | Cooked Meat Dine at 498 W. Central Avenue Every Saturday Night Chitterling Suppers Fried Chicken Dinners—Sunday MRS. B. MUNDAY Phone Elk. 3705 | RASKINS Cut Price Fruit, Grocery and Meat Markets Store No, 1981 University Store No. 2—397 No. Dale St. Phones—Dale 1014—Dale 2465, —— ADVERTISERS Established 1905 RE NEAL Birector ‘Minneapolis, Minn. Te ee eee eee MILTON SHANKS General Contractor and Builder ‘Will Finance the Construction of Your Home on Your Lot Phone—Locust 2449 8712 4th Ave. So. ‘MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. | pees fer scccll FIRST SERIAL DANCE Given By D. W. C. CLUB at the Beautiful Oxford Ballroom cial Aveana it Oxtore MONDAY, Jan. 3, 1927-Peyer’s 8 Piece Orchestra Earl Clendennon singing his new song hit “‘Jimmy.”* Other surprise features Admission 50c. 8 to 12 P. M. Committee:—Peavy S. Johnson; Earl F. Kyle; Walter Minor, Chairman | First New Year’s Matinee Dance } Given by the SILVER LEAF CLUB | | At UNION HALL Stk | New Year's Afternoon at 4-8 p.m. | MUSIC BY STEVENS’ HARMONY KINGS ; | Mr. Geo. Mundell, President Mrs, Alverta Corum, Secretary | SS) SD SD) SD OSD We Wish You a Happy and Prosperous New Year SIMPSON @ WILLS The Reliable Morticians 17 West Exchange Street Cedar 1024 Greetings To the friends and members of the Urban League and The Women’s Auxiliary A Gappy and Prosperous New Year The St. Paul Urban League On Drawing a Crowd ESSA vrawig 2 rh ’ ‘A committee of three from a large organization was puzzled as to what would be the most economical way of drawing a crowd to one of their coming events.. One sug- gested passing out hand bills, the second said, “Mail out circulars” while the third simply said, “Newspaper.” To say the least the last suggestion is the most log- ical. When you realize you get the three suggestions combined which is “Triple Service” for the cost of one. When claims of economy in advertising are set forth re- ¢ member this, in the first place, the one way among many ways to get advertising at a low cost is to use the news- paper that ereates and offers “Triple Service.” Your ideas can be portrayed and conveyed to more | than 7,000 readers through THE ST.PAUL ECHO | 614 Court Block—Cedar 1879 | a i THE RACE’S YOUNGEST GREAT NEWSPAPER Whale Meat Like Beet The whele ts a warm-blooded mam- mal and its flesh is exactly similar to beef with but slightly coarser texture. ‘The canned product has no olly taste and it is cheap, palatable, and easily digested. The analysis of canned whale meat has shown that its teod value may be compared with that of round steak. Some time ago It was estimated that 100,000,000 pounds: of whale meat could be supplied the peo- ple of the American continent trom the British Columbia coast annually at a price of about 12% cents « pound. Lark at Exhibition A lark’s nest, with three eggs, wat found behind a stand prior to the open: ing of the Sussex (England) agricul- tural exhibition, ‘The bird was not molested, but ghined free access to the nest through 4 wired device, thoughtfully fixed by bird lovers, Although thousands of visitors came in close proximity, the bird sat undisturbed on the nest till the eggs were hatched. Wrong Way Little Tommy had @ sore toe, so his mother thought this a good op- portunity to make him eat his cereal. “Tommy,” she sald, “It you eat your oatmeal {t will cure your toe.” Shortly afterward Tommy came to his mother with a very disgusted afr. “Tate my cereal,” he sald, “but my toe isn't any better. I guess the darn stuff went down the wrong leg.”— Fall River Globe, Gene Tunny canceled his appear- ance at a benefit show. He must be a true champion, You cannot play all of the week and then expect money when your needs come upon you. PAGE THREE PENNSYLVANIA MINERS ENCOURAGED BY PORTERS (Continued from page 1) in Pittsburgh. This paper is not wanted among the Negro miners be- cause it stirs up unrest. He declared that he would have ‘the next Negro salesman caught selling that paper arrested and fined. ‘The coal companies are realizing the success that the Porters are hav- ing with the coal miners and have set about conducting a campaign of misrepresentation and intimidation to prevent the Negroes from becom- ing unionized. One of the clever schemes resorted to by the coal barons is to circulate propaganda among the Negroes that the white unionists are members of the Ku Klux Klan, Many of the Ne- gro miners have learned that this is a hoax. Until recently, the Negroes affliated with the union secretly it is claimed. But now they are openly joining the union and the organiza- tion work in many of the mining dis- triets is said to be conducted openiy. People who strive to do right are subjected to the ridicule of those who strive to do wrong. “What we say it is; it is.” = @O. &. Arosin Cn. JEWELERS AND OPTICIANS : ADJUSTING OF FINE ; WATCHES A SPECIALTY - Ryan Building, 414 Robert St. St. Paul, Minn. PP PAGE FOUR CHRISTMAS HOLDS MANY CHARMS FOR ST. PAULITES (Continued from page 1) pital. Sone e acne From a subscription which was taken by the St. Paul Daily New: for the crippled children, three col ored patients received gifts at the Gillette hospital. St, Paul postal em. ployees donated strongly for this cause. Elks Entertain, At the Elks club 205 W. Centra Ave., more than 200 children were entertained at a Xmas tree exercis« and were all presented with tokens In the residential district wher Negroes reside the homes were beau: tifully and artistically decorated From most every home through th windows the splendor of Xmas wa seen, displayed in bright and colorfu lights, trimming, trees. Some Queer Beliefs Held About Cuckoo: *he cuckoo has been a bird of mys- tery from time out of mind, and many strange superstitions stili cen- ter round it. ‘A common bellet is that whatever you are doing when you hear the cuckoo’s note for the first time, you will do most often during the year. Both Aristotle and Pliny remark that the cuckoo makes no nest, but lays her eggs in the nest of another bird. Tt was once thought that one of the gods had taken the form of a cuckoo; and it was then a serious crime to kill the bird. Years ago the cuckoo was associ- ated with the character of the man whose wife was unfaithful. ‘This be- Met appears to have come from tlie Romans, and probably entered Eng- Ush folktore through the Normans, In many parts of England the old people still believe that the cuckoo Is only a hawk changed for a time and unable to forget its old habits. ‘They say this from the cuckoo's habit of perching—like hawks and owls—on posts and rails, or on anything up- right and detached. And the o!d folks also say that f an unmarried man hears the cuckoo he will remain a bachelor for as many years as he hears the cuckoo repeat {ts call. Clear Musical Notes From Acorn Strings Following the introduction of the musical saw which is played between the knees and either tapped with a wooden hammer or vibrated by means of a bow, comes the announcements of the discovery among the older members of Indian tribes in Southern California, of a mustcal instrument made of acorns, ‘The acorns are tuned according to thelr size, and strung together in the order of the musical scale. To play the instrument the Indian musician takes one end of the string in his hand and holds each acorn in turn between his teeth. Then, using the other hand, he swings the string and pulls it taut, causing the acorn to vibrate between his teeth and pro- duce a perfectly clear note. A favorite instrument among them fs the elderwood flute. A green stick ts cut from the tree and left to dry with the leaves attached in order to draw the sap and prevent it from cracking. Then the wall of the flute 1s scraped thin in four places and holes bored by forcing in a glowing twig of the particular size required. ‘Only four holes are made in each flute, and these placed at various dis- tances so that each instrument has a different scale. ae a ae State of Minnesota, County of Ram- sey, 38, Ys"BropatE court. Inthe Dlatier of the Hstate of Frank at, Caldwell, Decedent ‘the State of afinnesota to AM Whom Ht tay” Concern: on ‘reading ‘and fling the petition of the tepresentative of said estate, pray ing that the Court fix'a time and place for examining, adjusting and allowing Ms BINAL ACCOUNT. and forthe are Signment of the residue of gald’ state forthe persons thereto entitled: tla Ordered, ‘That. sald. petition, be heard and that ali pevagns interested tn Bald matter be-cited and regutred to ap- Pear before this Court on Tuesday? the Fen aay of January, 183%, at 10 o'eiock. Dat, oF ‘an toon’ thereafter as sald matter’ can ‘he heard, at the Probate Goure Rogms in the Court House in the City of St"'Paul in said County, and Show Cause, If'any they have, whi said Petition should not be granted and that Enis citation be. scrved “by publication thereof in the St Paul Echo according to“law, und by: mailing a copy of the Sitation ‘atleast Ut day's elore. sald Gay of hearing. to each ‘of the heirs Gevisees and lekatecs of said. decedent Whose. names and. addresses “appeat From tne les of this Court Fitness the Judge of tala Court this ae day of December toe HOWARD WHPRLER, nda of Probate (Seal of Probate court: Sea FW. Gogewisch, Clerk of Probate. Dougias, Kennedy: & Kennedy, Ateos “Deer Nst8-35, 1830) Giessinea Advertining Rates — Sit Glasaited “Ade "Payable tn Advance, ‘Three cents ‘per word} sinimusa charge thirty cents, FOUR nice rooms, upper flat;. rent very reasonable. Humboldt 3678. FOUR-ROOM apartment, furnished or unfurnished; five-room fiat, modern. Call Elk. 2361. MODERN five-room cottage for rent, near Lexington on Rondo. Call Dale 3918. LIGHT housekeeping rooms for rent. 683 Carroll. Dale 1394. Heroic Deed Recorded in Letters of Gold Strong!y built upon the last rock on a French coast stands a lighthouse ‘whose light revolves everlastingly to gulde sailors through the neighboring reefs. 3 If, im calm weather, you happened to get near enough to the lighthouse you would see there, written in let- ters of gold, two names: Andrew Dut- lot, Bertha Duflot. ‘That inscription commemorates the deed of two young People who lost thelr lives to save those of others. ‘The lighthouse is uninhabited. Its functioning is automatic; the light shines night and day. Once a month, or thereabouts, taking advantage of calm weather, a boat goes out to the Ughthouse to renew the stock of car- bide which is used to feed it. But one night the lght went out. A fearful storm was blowing, and doubtless a wave or else a gust of wind, had smashed a pane and blown out the Ught. At all costs the damage must be re- paired and the lamp relit, but no one dared to venture on the wild sea. The official entrusted with this duty was away; he had recently paid his pert- odical visit, so that his responsibility was covered. Tt was his two children, Andrew and Bertha, aged sixteen and four- teen, who volunteered. ‘The sailors in the harbor soon lost sight of the little boat carrying the two children into the darkness. But soon a sigh of re Met arose among them when they saw suddenly the ight pierce the black- ness of the night. ‘But the boat never returned to port. Head-Hunting Still Carried On as Rite ‘The savage inhabitants ot the Dutch island of Nias, off the coast of Sumatra, still practice head-hunting ‘and decorate their homes with human skulls, Despite the efforts of missionaries ‘and government ofticials, says Dr. A. Ponsel, a returned explorer, they seize jupon any excuse—the completion of a new house or a new village, the death of a chieftain, or some other person of Importance—to indulge in gargantuan feasts, followed by ex- petitions in search of human heads, and culminating in wild daices whteh continue through the night. ‘A head-hunters’ party begins with ‘a feast of pork and rice. The host Provides no plates, but compels. his guests to eat from a pig trough—a subtle inference that if they return from’ the expedition without any heads hanging from their belts they will be regarded as no better than pigs. Further, he expects them to take an oath to the effect that if they fall to bring home some heads he may take thers, and those of thelr women and children, ‘When an important person dies the number of heads required to subdue his spirit varies according to the rank and power of the deceased. Matual Pair of Gloves General C and General H had each lost an arm for glory in the Civil war. They took it as a matater of course and were profoundly grateful for their Joint good fortune in that General © had lost ils right arm and General H. had sacrificed his left. ‘They were neighbors and friends Once a year they observed a special oceasion with all suitable dignity. On @ certain morning General H. would approach the fence of General C. and having arrived, would lean thereon until General C. appeared. After a formal salute General C. would say to General H.: “General, isn't {t about tlme we went to buy ourselves a new palr of gloves?” ‘And off they would march to buy one pair of gloves for two heroes!— Youth's Companton. Violin Work of Engineer | The violin has a number of defects, but they can all be remedied. ‘They present problems for:the engineer, not for the musician, at the von Int the hands of an able engineer—one ca- pable of designing a suspension bridge —furnish him with @ moderate amount of fundamental information about ‘sound, tell him to improve the instra- ment, and in a year or so he will turn out such an instrument as Stradivari- us dreamed of all his life but never succeeded in building. If this be blashphemy, make the most of it!— John Redfield in the American Mer- cury. Colors of Jade ‘The Chinese recognize nine colors of jade, ranging from a clear trans- lucency, almost ke rock crystal, to lacquer black, and including such rare shades as kingfisher blue, blood red, and annaber red. Such as these you will only see in the great museums, for their price 1s above rubies, and even large pleces of the pure emerald green, which today comes, for the most part from Burma, are of consid- erable value, Venerable Newspaper ‘The oldest newspaper in the world ts probably the Tsen-Fou-Koun-Pao, now the official government journa! pub- Mshed in Peking, China, This news- Paper recently celebrated its one thousandth anniversary and apparent- ly has made a good start on its second millennium without showing any traces of age. Among the members of its editorial staff Is at least one Oxford alumous who speaks English quite as fluently as he does Chinese. | DEATHS | Charlie Ballinger Charlie Ballinger died Dec. 21st at Minneapolis General Hospital aft- er a short illness. He resided at 2105 E. 34th St. He is survived by his wife, Lucy Ballinger, and two sons. Services Dec. 22nd, at St. James A. M. E. church, Rev. Walters officiating. Burial Crystal Lake Cemetery, W. Squire Neal funeral director. ‘Troy Parker Troy Parker died December 20th at Minnesota State Sanitarium, Walker, Minn. Resided at 2912 Elliot Ave. Funeral services were held Dec. 23rd from Neal Chapel. Interment at Crystal Lake cometery. Rev. H. © Boyd of St. Peter's A.M. E. church officiated. W. Squire Neal funeral director, Bertha Southall Bertha Southall died at Minneapo- lis General hospital Dee, 20th afte an illness of three days. She wa the wife of George Ed. Southall an¢ resided at 632 6th Ave., No. Fun eral serviees Dec. 24th from St James A. M. E, chureh, Rev. Walter officiating. Interment at Crysta Lake cemetery. W. Squire Neal fun eral director. Alfred Washington Alfred (AL) Washington, beloves father of Augustus (Gus) Washing ‘ton, passed away Dee. 23rd. After 1 short service the remains were ship ‘ped to Sandusky, Ohio, for inter ment. Body was embalmed an¢ shipped by Simpson and Wills. sy, W. G. A. NOTES ee ne Sree eee eee Members and friends of the Asso- ciation are invited to be with us Sun- day afternoon from 4:00 to 6:00 P. M. The following musieal program, beginning at 5:00 P. M. will be a feature of the afternoon: Vocal s0- los—Mesdames Harriett Hall, Henri- ‘etta Goins, Mr. Alfred Sehute and Nathaniel Evans. Piano Solos—Mrs. ‘Thomas R. C. Taylor and Miss Wilma Mayo. Readings—Mrs, Bettie Jones, ‘An evening in Art and Music de- seribed in Dancing and poses was xiven by the pupils of Freda Jack- son's Dancing Class Friday evening Dec, 17, at the Y. W.C. A. It was a program well worth seeing and a credit to the class and teacher. The Girl Reserves are especially indebted to Mrs. Jackson as the entertainment was given by her for the benefit of thelr club room fund, George Howard, acting president of the Boys club presided at Vespers Sunday and led the discussion “Man- ners and Customs of the Twentieth Century Youth"—“Is the lack of diz- nity the prevalent attitude of youth towards manners—or only of our race.” Evelyn Kelly read a paper and Anna Foster gave a number of Readings. The Girls Work Com. was in charge of the Xmas Tree and party given Dec. 24, for a fine group of children whose Christmas would not have been so cheerful, but for this outing. Miss Armeda Wilkins led the games and closed with a lovely Christmas story. Iee cream and cookies were served and then Santa Claus paid a visit to the party and distributed presents and_ stockings filled with candies, nuts and fruits, It Never Fails ‘I was about to start out on my first day of hiking at Glacler park when Bert stopped me. Bert is one of those fancy cowboys who escort “dudes” over the Glacier trails, and he ap- pears to enjoy it. You gotta a map an’ compass?” he asked, and I assured him I had. “Well, hev you gotta deck of playin’ keerds?” he persisted. “Why a deck of playing cards?” I asked. “Always carry a deck with you, son, and whenever you get lost an’ find yerself all alone in the wilderness set down an’ start a game of solitaire. ‘There's jest sure to be some darn fool pop up an’ look over your shoulder an tell you what to do next.”—Chicago ‘Tribune. It’s Long Lasting Qualities Make It Economical WILLIAMS. 15° 075 “o K No Smoke—No Soot—No Rock No Slate—Little Ash Dealers in Koppers Coke, Con! and ‘Weed of All Kinds nnd Genuine Petroleum Carbon, F. D. Williams Coal Co. 63 East 4th Street Cedar 8236 G . ; Is this a Eb ‘ ki \7 2 | picture 1)” § of YOU? //} A =! \ A tired-faced woman PE re y lugging, Ingging, Iug- QQE>» aE ging that heavyclothes aera Bee basket from cellar to Wes ae geet line. 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PAUL ECHO LESLIE LAWRENCE POST @ z & ae soe ar, ‘cea ete Ae Ameer eng ie SE Aa Yeats Ba Ea WHAT IS THE AMERICAN LEGION? it is simply an organization of American Veterans of the World War, modeled along the lines of The Grand Army of the Republic; and membership therein, so says the Le- gion Constitution, is limited solely to those who served in the Army, Navy or Marine Corps during any part of the period following the declaration of war by the United States and the signing of the Armistice. Do YOU ome within this lass? ‘THEN WHY NOT JOIN? The American Legion is an crgnatzation of exservicn, men, run by ex-service men for the benefit of ex-service men primarily. Are YOU getting the benefts which are your due? If not JOIN and let us assist you; if you have your just dues JOIN ANYWAY and help your less fortunate Comrade. Do you really know of all the advantages and pelvflagea hich aro yours ua au ex-service man? Hospitalization? In- surance? Civil Service preference? Compensation? Do you know wheth- er or not you are entitled to a Bat. tle Clasp? An Overseas Clasp? See the Adjutant or the Commander of this Post for information. BUT JOIN THE LEGION. If you do not wish to unite with Leslie Lawrence Pok choose some other, but JOIN! There were more than four hundred thou! sand Americans of color inducted in- to the Service during the war period, yet I venture to say there are not four thousand in the Legion. Why? It is not because only these few have had the opportunity. Men you are standing in your own light; join the Legion. If you feel the policies of the Lesion are wrong; detrimental to your present or future. welfare get inside and fight them out; you will find there kindred spirits and like thinkers erying for your aid and counsel. Finally JOIN THE LEGION! “Sherwood.” REY. COCHRANE'S ESTATE GETS $7,333.33 DAMAGES (Preston News Service) St. Clairsville, Ohio, Dec. 31—A motorist is entitled to one-half of the road while repairing a tire. The Ohio courts so ruled in awarding the es tate of Rev, Stewart S. Cochrane $7,- 333.00, from Charles MeCay, of Steu- benville, whose auto struck Rev. Cochrane while he was changing tires on his automobile along the highway. Fa |KREGAL & RENCHIN; | DRUGGISTS Dale and University Ave. | Formerly EGBERT PHARMACY| Lonc-FELLow me J ee Ls 3 es Ss A B . a MOS, FA . TeAppING NC ‘Keeps it Clean aud. : “Urban League Notes ‘The second annual Xmas Party sponsored by the St. Paul Urban League and the Women’s Auxiliary at the West Side Neighborhood House on Tuesday was a decided suc- cess. ‘The program consisted of the fol- lowing numbers: Violin solos, Miss — oo ‘LONG=EF' Ba ENN) Ce [_ Po lee eee ihe 2 eN |-WRAPPING.. - epee tee, |Keepsit ee pe a AMOS JOHNSON KILLED IN FALL FROM OIL TRUCK (Preston News Service) Ruston, La., Dec. 31.—Amos John. son, aged 22, employed by the Louisi- ana Oil Refining Company, was killed instantly Saturday when he attempt: ed to step from the running board of an oil truck, driven by Thomas Colvin, Johnson's foot slipped and he was thrown under the rear wheels of tne truck, His neck was broken when the wheels passed over him. The accident happened near Cypress Creek on the Ruston-DuBach high- way. NEGRO LYNCHED BY MOB (From the Pioneer Press) Gainesville, Fla., Dec. 29.—Break- ing the lock of the city jail at Waldo, 20 miles east of here, a party of uni- dentified men, late Tuesday nignt, took George Buddington, 55-year-old ‘Negro, several miles from the town and shot him to death. ‘The Negro’s body was found today by a passing tourist who reported to TT. C. Dial, Waldo police chief. A coroner's jury returned a verdict that the Negro came to his death “at the hands of a party or parties unknown.” ay AT NO EXTRA COST ‘Top } he new style milk bottle SUPPLIED EXCLUSIVELY BY te EIU ee ae k Adah OLS eed iH fc | Ai\7 P | AY £\ A c | Residence Phone Etkhurstreis Oltice Phone Garleld 1500 MSGAVOCK FUNERAL SERVICE AARON J. McGAVOCK, Sole Proprietor . PERSONAL ATTENTION GIVEN EVERY DETAIL . Mortuary and Chapel, 550 Rice Street ; CALLS ANSWERED ANY TIME, DAY Of NIGHT 1 $$$ CALL : T . : FOR SERVICE AND "|| wow MerEr Raves CEdar SPACIOUS AND 4 re) 0 6 HEATED CARS |UNIVERSITY AVE. 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