St. Paul Echo

CLARENCE JOHNSON'S famous Nighthawks will appear at the Coliseum, the world's largest dance floor, Monday evening, March 7. VOL.2, NO.18 BACKGROUND IN MALONE CASE TO GENERAL PUBLIC Mr. Malone, Attending Bishop's Council in Florida, Is Adamant. General Opinion Seems to Have Swerved in Favor of Mrs. Malone. St. Louis, Mo., March.—(By The Associated Negro Press). The local public here in St. Louis, as well as observers generally throughout the country, now that the first thrills of the Malone divorce and partition suit have subsided, are beginning to delve somewhat into the background of the famous case. Pending the hearing in Judge Hartman's court on March 21, to decide whether the temporary receivership shall be made permanent, onlookers are contenting themselves with conjectures regarding the attitude of Mr. Malone, the complainant. Some there are who thought that even after the suit was filed and a receiver appointed, Malone would retreat from his disastrous stand, because of the tremendous damage and loss he could then see that court proceedings and the receivership would naturally entail Mr. Malone who has been in Florida for the past ten days hobbinsbobbing with the Bishops and ministers of the A. M. E. Church, who are attending the Bishops' Council at Jacksonville, has been adamant when approached by those interested in encouraging settlement of the suit. Some attribute to him a "have it or break it up" attitude. Others think he has a contract with his lawyers whereby he cannot turn back and which even prevented his accepting the settlement which his wife and her lawyers offered in order to avoid airing the case in the courts. But those on the inside put forward still another version of the affair. These say that for a year Mr. Malone has been plotting with a group of well-known St. Louis colored men and planning this move. This group is said to have influenced the selection of Forestel, Mr. Malone's lawyer, known as one of the trickiest damage suit lawyers in Missouri. A prominent social educator said to have a great deal of influence over Malone is reputed by these informants to have been the "brains behind the combination," which included several professional and business men and a social worker or two. It was this group of schemers they declare who so actively poisoned public opinion against Mrs. Malone at the time the suit was first filed. "What could have been their motive?" is the question uppermost in the minds of those discussing this phase of the case. The idea as these people have figured it out is that if Malone was victorious, his cabinet of advisers would all come in for a share of his winnings, or at least if he gained a part of the business they would all be taken care of with jobs. Prospects for their success are scarcely as roseate as before the suit was planned. General opinion now that the public has had an opportunity to hear Mrs. Malone's side of the case and they say she has not revealed the half, has sserved sharply in her favor and a majority express the belief that with a fair handling of the case, she will win with case. CRISPUS ATTUCKS HOME NEARLY REDECORATED With the second floor of the Crispus Attucks Home almost completely redecorated in new and beautiful colors, an idea of what the result will eventually be is becoming more and more apparent. Visitors at the Home recently have expressed their pleasure at the wonderful transformation taking place. In addition to better sanitary and health conditions a more cheerful atmosphere is being created that will make life happier for every innate of the institution. Every unit participating in this worthwhile project should be commended for their hearty co-operation. Two-thirds of the moneys pledged have been paid and, no doubt, the remainder will be forthcoming before the work is completed. It has been suggested that a Grand Opening be held when the work is completed, at which time the Organizations may dedicate the rooms which have been adopted. The St. Paul Echo State Deputy Treasurer Who Spoke on Civic Duties at Sterling Club C. M. W. Henry J. Hadlick Mr. H. J. Hadlick, president of the West Side Commercial club, gave a talk on "Civic Duties" at a meeting of the Civic Committee of the Sterling club. A large audience was in attendance. Messrs. Haimond Turner, Jas. A. Harris, F. B. Simpson, Dwight Reed, Douglas Crane, Secty., S. Ed. Hall, chairman. Greater Civic interest as a whole, from our group, more paving, more lights, are the outstanding needs, says S. Ed. Hall, chairman. Two committees to make preliminary survey for lights and paving were appointed to report at the next Civic meeting, Thursday, March 24, when another "Club Pres." and a commissioner will address the group Fried Chicken Not Ready For Fire Fighters Fried Chicken Not Ready For Fire Fighters When answering a call to a fire, Engine Co. No. 15 apparently decided to go to the fire with chicken sandwiches, as they ran head first into the chicken shop of John Ellis at 116 State St., Monday, Feb. 28, about 2:15 p. m. The crash which splintered a telegraph pole and completely destroyed one of the front windows of the shop, sent five patrons and the proprietors scampering for safety while one Mexican was thrown bodily through the window, sustaining a badly bruised leg and severe cuts about the right hand. The firemen not having time to wait for an order and noticing that they had abruptly disturbed the patrons, asked to be excused, backed out and proceeded to the fire. Upon returning they stopped to ascertain the damage that was done. Chris Williams, driver of the engine truck, stated that icy streets prevented him from making the turn. O'SHIELDS HELPS MINNESOTA WIN St. Paul Colored Boy Takes First in 50-Yard Dash at Dual Meet. Chicago, March 1.—University of Minnesota athletes defeated University of Chicago, 43 to 39, in a dual Big Ten track meet at Bartlett gymnasium. The Gophers won but four first places in the nine events held but they scored heavily in second and third places. O'Shields won the 50 yard dash for Minnesota while Wesman took the one mile run. Otterness won the 50 yard high hurdles and Crowley tied with Otterness for first place in the pole vault. Burg of Chicago easily won the high jump while Burke won the 440 yard run for the Maroons. In the 16 pound hammer throw Klein of the Maroons finished first and Dugan scored a brilliant victory in winning the two mile run, nosing out Hubbard, the Gopher two miler. Williams won the fifth event for the Maroons when he copped the 880 yard run. ST. PAUL-MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, SATURDAY, MARCH 5, 1927.... Ten-Piece Augmented Night Hawks, and Special Features to Furnish Program for the Evening. Those weird syncopating melodious strains of music from Clarence Johnson's Night Hawks will float through the air in rhythmian manner at the Coliseum, Lexington near University Ave., St. Paul, on Monday evening, March 7. Piano harmony, moaning from the sax, muted trumpets, laughing trumpbones and trap drummers, beating clever jazz accompaniments, in that hot-noise manner typical of the Night Hawks, which many orchestras imitate. The occasion will be the Spring Frolic of the Twin City community workers. Mrs. Mabel Harris, chairman of the committee, states that all necessary arrangements have been made to take care of an extra large number of patrons and that your comfort, pleasure and the best of entertainment is assured. Shutte to Sing. Clear as a bell, rich and mellow is the bartone voice of Alfred Shutte, one of our St. Paul boys, who will sing a number of the latest popular song hits. Mr. Shutte has been quite a sensation over WCCO recently on numerous programs. Largest Dance Floor of World. An idea of the vast area that the Coliseum dance floor covers can be gained from the fact that 5,000 people attended the dance given recently by the Twin City Musicians (a white organization) and yet there was room for more, said the management of the hall. The Coliseum has one of the most systematically arranged check rooms in the country and the interior of the hall has numerous sections with unique headings such as, "Kum on Inn," "Get Acquainted Corner," "Park Your Gum Here," "New York," "Atlantic City," and many others that furnish convenient meeting places. The committee extends an invitation to all to enjoy an evening with your favorite Clarence Johnson's augmented Night Hawks, comprising ten pieces. MINNEAPOLIS TO HEAR DR. DEWEY Another Program of More Than Usual Excellence Announced. The Minneapolis Sunday Forum has pleasure in announcing to its members and friends for its meeting of March 6, another program of more than usual excellence. The Rev. Harry P. Dewey, eloquent divine of Plymouth Congregation church, will discuss a subject which arroused such interest when delivered to his own church as to call for its repetition. Mrs. Hattie Loomis Oliver, St. Paul vocalist, will sing. The program includes as well, Mr. Geo. W. Hamilton, well known St. Paul singer, and Mrs. Blanch Oliver of Minneapolis, instrumentalist. Because of other engagements, Dr. Dewey will speak promptly at 4 o'clock. Dr. Dewey has for many years held the highest esteem of our group for his understanding sympathetic attitude on race relationship. This added to his undoubted charm as a pulpit orator, will induce many to hear him Sunday at Phyllis Wheatley. Wm. R. Morris, Minneapolis attorney, will introduce the speaker. The Forum opens its session at 3:30. The public is cordially invited. ANNOUNCEMENT For the benefit of those who are planning to attend the Roland Hayes Song Recital we wish to state that seats should be secured at once at Mrs. Carlyle Scott's office, Foster and Waldo's, 818 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis. Seats will not be available at the Armory box office until six o'clock Sunday evening. The doors will be open at 7:30 p. m., and we would advise every one to be in their seats by 7:50 as the concert begins promptly at 8 o'clock sharp. Make an engagement to go to the Twin Cities' largest event, to be held Monday night, March 7th, at the Coliseum, Lexington and University Aves., St. Paul. Roland Hayes To Appear Sunday THE MUSICIAN Roland Hayes, "premier Tenor of our Race" will appear in Song Recital, Sunday evening, March 6th in Kenwood Armory, Hennepin Ave., at Kenwood Parkway, Minneapolis under the management of Mrs. Carlyle Scott. Mr. Hayes has been acclaimed throughout Europe and America as a great concert singer. He has made his way simply by the sheer beauty of a matchless voice, utter command of phrase and style and vivid emotional illusion. He observes by his dignity and stage presence that he is wholly absorbed in his art. It is in these qualities, each peculiarly his own, that Roland Hayes' greatness lies. Mr. Hayes needs no introduction to the music lovers of the Twin Cities. His concert in December a year ago at the University Armory was indeed an event never to be forgotten. His program at the March 6th, recital will include: I feel like my time ain't long.....Arranged by Gustav Klemm Hold on.....Arranged by Hall Johnson Lit'l David play on yo' harp.....Arranged by Roland Hayes Great Campmeetin'.....Arranged by Roland Hayes Reverend Harris Before S.P.A. Committee On Endorsements Reverend Harris Before S.P.A. Committee On Endorsements Announces Donations Consisting of Material for the Building Amounting to $1,711.25. Those opposing the endorsement of The Christian Center by the St. Paul Association are: Mars Lodge, G. O. O. F.; N. A. A. C. P., Sterling Club, Urban League, Woman's Auxiliary of the Urban League and Rev. L. W. Harris. None of these persons or organizations are known to Rev. Harris except the N. A. A. C. P., Urban League and L. W. Harris. The opposition was in the form of letters from these persons and organizations contending that they did not approve of The Christian Center nor of the methods used in its erection. Rev. Harris stated that he did not know just why these people show such bitter opposition toward this project, since they have not at any time sought an interview with him, and no investigation has been made by them nor their representatives, and that no assistance has ever been sought from them by The Christian Center and therefore they could not have had first hand information concerning our methods. Just what they hope to gain by opposing the project certainly puzzles him. After the letters were read by the Chairman of the Committee of the St. Paul Association Rev. Harris had an opportunity to discuss in detail before that committee his conceptions of the reasons why such opposition was continually coming from these groups. And it is his opinion that an endorsement from the St. Paul Association will never again be received by a Negro organization to solicit funds in the downtown district. Fourteen business organizations have donated material to the amount of $1,711.25 in the last few days to The Christian Center building and this, with the number of cash dona- Blue and Whites Official Cab at Spring Frolic As usual the Blue & White cab will be the official cab at the Twin City Community Workers Spring Frolic at the Coliseum, Lexington near University on Monday Night March 7th. Mr. Allen Holloway, floor superintendent of the Blue & White Garage, states that an augmented fleet of their cabs will be in readiness and there will be no need for any delays after calling a Blue & White cab. Upon leaving the Coliseum, these cabs will be found lined up on Lexington Ave., and the drivers in their customary attentive and courteous manner will be at your service. tions which have been received this year, gives them the assurance that The Christian Center building will be completed in the near future. Rev. Harris states, "We will not relinquish our interest in this building project because of opposition, neither will we stop until the project is completed, no matter what kind of opposition is encountered." Rev. Harris states that the purpose of these letters was to off-set the endorsement of the Twin City Ministerial Alliance. ONE YEAR AGO THIS WEEK Mrs. Mae Black Mason delivered an address at the Vesper Services Y. W. C. A. The subject being, "Achievement of the Negro in Music. A group of public spirited citizens of the Twin Cities made plans to stage a benefit dance, the proceeds of which were to be given Chas. Brody, prominent clubman, who had been in poor health. PRESIDENT DAVIS OF NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION ADDRESSES SESSION States Press Is the Greatest Factor in the National Life of Negro. Twenty-Eighth Session Denounces Officers and Urges a Stand on Nine Important Questions. (Released by The Associated Negro Press) To the Members of the Press Association: I am wondering if the members of the Association assembled here fully realize the power of the press, and their influence in forming public opinion—that the press is the greatest factor in the National life for good or bad in Negro life. That a people are very largely what the press makes them, and weigh just about as much in the public regard as public opinion, created by the press, play them up to be. If we fully realized our relationship to race building and the responsibility resting upon our shoulders in the making of citizenship, we would take a peculiar pride in our institution, and in the building of an association that would be foremost among racial institutions. The preacher, lawyer, doctor and teacher all have associations of which they are proud; why shouldn't we, as an institution, be proud of our place in the economy of nation building? All these institutions depend very largely upon the newspapers to get both their usefulness and messages over to the people. And while we are making others important, why not build above them all for ourselves? Journalism is one of the learned professions, and has a larger field for service than any of its contemporary institutions. Let every editor be proud of his vocation and be ethical in his profession. Let us meet and confer annually for the purpose of developing a higher and nobler journalism. We can command for ourselves, just that place in the public regard, that we covet most. If we can build for other people, we can build for ourselves as we lift others. Come to Put In, Not to Take Out. Do not come to the Association every year expecting to carry something away, but come expecting to put something material in the Association. Be a contributor not a charge The Association is not the place to come to get business, but to discuss the best ways and means of developing business, and when we go home, put into practice whatever worthwhile we may learn from conference and contact, while here associated with our brethren as newspaper men. Here we can discuss ethics, news—what is news and what is not news—news service, newspaper bureaus, editorials, reports—the difference between a reporter's story and an editor's editorial—politics, party fealty, general policy—the duty of the public to the press, and the duty of the press to the public—newspaper ethics observed among one another—advertising, fit and unfit—releases, free and paid—co-operation within the Association among ourselves and editorial unity on race questions. Professional Improvement Professional Improvement. The President is pleased to observe among the members of the Association much ethical and editorial improvement. Not a single attack by one member on the other, has come to our attention since the Philadelphia meeting; and there has been only one instance where a member has shown an inclination to do the unethical thing.. The member papers are growing stronger editorially, cleaner in news, and more dependable for the facts in their stories. On matters touching the race, we are drifting closer together, and showing a unanimity of action that is admirable. The member papers carry far too many free releases from individuals and news bureaus. It costs the publishers just as much to carry free matter as it does paid matter. We must cut the activities of news bureaus, churches, associations, and propagandists, by refusing to carry their releases and personal "Ads" unless they pay, at least, the cost of the composition. Concerns that pay white papers to MINNESOTA HISTORIC SOCIETY SPRINGTIME means cleaning up time, so don't neglect cleaning up that subscription you owe the Echo. PRICE FIVE CENTS propaganda on the Negro press, uncarry their matter, and unload their der the guise of news, should be sat upon and their stuff passed to the waste basket. News Bureaus. These institutions must be regulated and made to understand that if they want to sell us their news service, first, they must furnish us news that is news, and not office-made sensation and stale junk, a fortnight old. Second—They must stay out of the advertising field. They cannot expect us to buy their news service, if they beat us to the business in the field, taken at a ridiculously low price, and then palm it off on us as news. N. A. A. C. P. This Association, and all others like it, who feel a degree of self-importance, not warranted by the services they render, that they are to affiliate with the Association, or even answer a letter from the President or any other official who may send them an invitation to attend and participate, that in future, they may pass their matter to the white papers, where they place their job work and their paid advertisements. Unless these people come down on the ground where the people live and service can be rendered them, we should not handle their releases at all. If they are going to keep up their policy of giving all their job work to white union printers and their paid advertisements to white papers, our manhood impels us to pass their stuff to the waste basket. Religious Releases. The Church, Y. M. C. A., Urban League, and other social and religious organizations must also understand that the press will not give free space, unless they come down among the people, so they can render the people a better service. We cannot afford to act any longer as the placard to carry the message of institutions that are antagonistic to us, not by reason of the purpose of their movements, but by reason of the over-educated, fool-heartedness of the men in charge. The day for boosting egotists, self-appointed leaders and over-educated parasites has passed, and it is time for the Press Association to manifest its manhood and independence by exposing fraud and misrepresentation everywhere. Our Officers. Some of our officers are neither efficient nor faithful. In fact, not one of them has functioned according to the President's standard of service during the past year. The Corresponding Secretary, who has always been the soul of the Association has failed to keep up his standard of efficiency and industry during the past year. The Field Secretary has used the Association as a background to reflect his own importance, and if the Association has been benefited by any service he has rendered since we left Philadelphia, it has not come to the President's attention. Important Questions. The Association in an address to the public should stress its position on the following questions: 1. Disfranchisement in the South; 2. Segregation in public offices; 3. Lynching Law; 4. Jim Crow Cars; 4. More political recognition for our group; 5. Reduction of representation in congress in proportion as American citizens are denied the right of suffrage; 6. Prohibition; 7. Larger representation in the Consular service; 8. The elimination of the photograph discrimination on applications for positions in the Classified Service; 9. A plank in the platform of all political organizations throughout the states, and a larger opportunity for labor in the industries of the country. MUTUAL BENEFIT ELECTS At the annual meeting of the Mutual Benefit Association held at the Commercial Station, Third and Sibley, Wednesday night, Feb. 23, 1927, three Negroes were elected to office. The M. B. A. has a membership of 85 male postal clerks, of which there are but four colored members. All male clerks under the age of 45 are eligible for membership. The colored officers elected were Cyrus L. Lewis, vice-pres.; Wm. H. Ridley, director; James N. Smith, on the auditing committee. Samuel Ransom was admitted to membership at this meeting. 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" "TO HIM THAT HATH" previous issue we pointed out the comparative ease insurance companies take from Negroes to go to their own insurance companies to do it with which to foster more and varied numbers of the race. As much as is possible should keep the money they spend in the city you would see a group economically dependent that does all buying and no selling. Give it on good authority that the Metropolitan company recently spent $4,000,000.00 for "it." This sum was spent in 1,500 of the city not one cent of it went to a colored news, we only too plainly the attitude of that of this kind. The Metropolitan is very now, hence care nothing about the thought of U. S. who helped to build up such immense by means of the old familiar "nickle" were so prevalent at one time. This company has hair tonic or straightner, colored newspaper to place their ad there at medicine brewer or herb and iron vendor, a new discovery feels the need of dollars to stages a marathon to the nearest Negro man. Some company having the latest in jazzyzes it very convenient to see the advertisement colored paper, and why? Because in each spend your money with them. Knowing the way without fear of criticism, that the man failed to advertise in your papers is prince they don't want your business. Then why lick the hand which slaps your face? Slap in the face has many times wounded and in many cases he has retaliated with their own institutions. Wounded pride gaveance companies which direct causes the snow too well to care to rehearse here. Negroes in New Orleans at one time co-sales the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias and rescue by building a seven-story office built garden, auditorium and bank facilities. couldn't get decent hospital accommodation business men with some fraternal orders buy at Hot Springs. Negroes in North Carolina not get loans on their property until Negro rose to the occasion by establishing the purpose. Negroes of St. Paul couldn't nor dance halls to rent until two secretarial and built Union Hall. We could go on wail. See the Bible says, "To him that hath shall why you should give your insurance business when colored ones want and need your buy the race is to read the Bible some and R In a previous issue we pointed out the comparative ease with which white insurance companies take from Negroes the money that should go to their own insurance companies to build up substantial capital with which to foster more and varied enterprises among members of the race. As much as is possible Negroes everywhere should keep the money they spend in the coffers of the race. If you would see a group economically dependent, look for the group that does all buying and no selling. We have it on good authority that the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company recently spent $4,000,000.00 for "good-will advertising." This sum was spent in 1,500 of the country's newspapers but not one cent of it went to a colored newspaper, which should show us only too plainly the attitude of that type of white man in matters of this kind. The Metropolitan is very strong and independent now, hence care nothing about the thousands of Negroes of the U. S. who helped to build up such immense wealth for their company by means of the old familiar "nickle and dime" policy that were so prevalent at one time. If a white company has hair tonic or straightner to sell they hurry to a colored newspaper to place their ad therein. If some white patent medicine brewer or herb and iron vender or pill roller who claims a new discovery feels the need of dollars from colored hands, he stages a marathon to the nearest Negro newspaper to advertise. Some company having the latest in jazzy phonograph records makes it very convenient to see the advertising solicitor of the local colored paper, and why? Because in each case they want you to spend your money with them. Knowing these things as we do, we say without fear of criticism, that the fact that the Metropolitan failed to advertise in your papers is prima facie evidence that they don't want your business. Then why give it to them? Why lick the hand which slaps your face? Such a slap in the face has many times wounded the pride of the Negro, and in many cases he has retaliated with the establishment of his own institutions. Wounded pride gave birth to our early insurance companies which direct causes the older ones among us know too well to care to rehearse here. Business and professional Negroes in New Orleans at one time could not rent decent offices so the Grand Lodge Knights of Pythias of Louisiana came to the rescue by building a seven-story office building containing a roof-garden, auditorium and bank facilities. Negroes of Arkansas couldn't get decent hospital accommodations until a group of business men with some fraternal orders built the sanitariums now at Hot Springs. Negroes in North Carolina and other places could not get loans on their property until Negro business men with pride rose to the occasion by establishing financial institutions for the purpose. Negroes of St. Paul couldn't get decent lodge rooms nor dance halls to rent until two secret orders here united capital and built Union Hall. We could go on with instances ad infinitum. Because the Bible says, "To him that hath shall be given," is no reason why you should give your insurance business to white companies when colored ones want and need your business. Our advice to the race is to read the Bible some and Roger Babson some. THE OPPORTUNITY OF ELKS is the most outstanding act of any Negro B. O. Elks of the World. Other organizations for the relief of their members. But it then reaches out to help a race of 400 million 2 millions are residents of the United States that is of investigating Negro mortality. To give longer life and the increase so an oppressed group, whose chief business is happiness, is a worthwhile enterprise that our prayer, "Thy kingdom come." Mobility would be expressed if Grand Examination and Director of Education Judge Wm. B. 000 men, in their sable hud host, who for $500 each, making the Grand Lodge. If the fund were kept intact for twenty ans, there would be $1,000 on hand to super-power shove when it shall be neede parison with the benefits, the sacrifice be small. And so long as future history is at 2,000 would be recorded. And every he great world would be educated and powerements that would cast their shadows far procession of years. Perhaps the most outstanding act of any Negro lodge is that of the I. B. B. O. Elks of the World. Other organizations go to great extremes for the relief of their members. But this one helps its own and then reaches out to help a race of 400 million members, of whom 12 millions are residents of the United States. Their world program is that of investigating Negro mortality and stimulating education. To give longer life and the increased power of knowledge to an oppressed group, whose chief business seems that of dispensing happiness, is a worthwhile enterprise that helps give answer to our prayer, "Thy kingdom come." What nobility would be expressed if Grand Exalted Ruler J. Finley Wilson and Director of Education Judge Wm. C. Hueston could find 2,000 men, in their sable hued host, who would insure their lives for $500 each, making the Grand Lodge of Elks the beneficiary. If the fund were kept intact for twenty years, with accumulations, there would be $1,000,000 on hand to give Negro education a super-power shove when it shall be needed much. In comparison with the benefits, the sacrifice by the 2,000 Elks would be small. And so long as future history is written the names of that 2,000 would be recorded. And every here and there across this great world would be educated and powerful Negroes, living monuments that would cast their shadows far, far into the on coming procession of years. HOW OTHERS SUCCEEDED k ago Mr. H. H. J. Hadlick, president of the Club, spoke at the Sterling Club of ours attempting to inspire the Sterling Club to air endeavors. To attain his end, he told he had succeeded in securing good schools of lights, parks and playgrounds, police and how his club had stimulated businesses the West Side a beautiful and comfortable persons of moderate means. How? In answ adlick said they could not have accomplis assistance of a newspaper. Jos. Sullivan has told us that sane people said. Mr. Hadlick says those benefits cann newspaper. These are crucial moments. A week ago Mr. H. J. Hadlick, president of the River View Commercial Club, spoke at the Sterling Club of our group. Mr. Hadlick was attempting to inspire the Sterling Club to broaden the scope of their endeavors. To attain his end, he told how the Riverview Club had succeeded in securing good schools and teachers, paving and lights, parks and playgrounds, police and fire protection. He told how his club had stimulated business enterprises and made the West Side a beautiful and comfortable place for the homes of persons of moderate means. How? In answer to a question, Mr. Hadlick said they could not have accomplished anything without the assistance of a newspaper. Mr. Thos. Sullivan has told us that sane people will organize for mutual aid. Mr. Hadlick says those benefits cannot be secured without a newspaper. These are crucial moments. The future of the Negro of St. Paul is to be decided within a few weeks. A wrong decision and a bit of inertia now, and for the remainder of our days we shall drift along while our neighborhood becomes antiquated and undesirable. If we follow some reliable leadership, backed by a progressive newspaper, the district where our people are the most populous will keep pace with other neighborhoods of our city. If we permit other districts to get ahead of ours we shall always remain behind. Houses of Worship Found in Odd Places The miners in the Myndd Newydd coal mines in Wales have no call to shave, shine their boots, or don Sunday garb when they go to worship. They have a chapel all their own at the bottom of the shaft, so that when they descend the pit they can have a short service before going to their working places. Rough timbers form the pillars and beams of this chapel, and a coal troddler serves as a pulpit. The miners sit on rough wooden benches and the oldest among them acts as pastor. A chapel, more finished in appearance, the St. Anthony, exists in the salt mines of Wieliczka, Austria. It has an altar, crucifix, and life-size figures of the saints, apparently in black marble, but really made of salt. In the old German town of Oberstein an ancient church stands in a great rock rising from the river. The front is of stone, but the church itself is hollowed out of the rock and penetrates far into its heart. This curious church is now the only Protestant place of worship in the town. A church in a Pennsylvania town is said to possess the distinction of being the work of one pair of hands. One man carried every block of stone of which it was constructed, cut each of them into shape, and laid it in place. Strangers in Borneo Get Strange Welcome A most unusual form of greeting is the one accorded visitors by the Dyaks of Borneo, as described by William Beebe, the noted naturalist, in an article in Liberty. "This Dyak greeting holds true to the old primitive ideal that a guest*must be welcomed with a gift." Beebe explains. "This gift is a very modest one," the writer continues, "but it is also very valuable. It is an egg. Throughout the whole country, if you find favor in the eyes of a tribe, you are formally presented with an egg on the day of your arrival in a village. And in the heart of Borneo, where food is in the nature of things, a more or less undetermined quantity, the possession of an egg is a matter for profound congratulation. Particularly a fresh egg, because at times the Dyaks show a marked preference for high game and preserved eggs—an instinctive, almost racial preference not easily acquired by a more sophisticated taste. There is always the chance, however that the gift egg will be a good egg." Lesson of Forgiveness Almost all lovers of art are familiar with Leonardo da Vinci's great picture, "The Last Supper." His biographer, tells us that while at work on his great masterpiece the artist quarreled with a man and vowed to take vengeance upon him. While in this vengeful mood he sketched the face of Judas, but when he started to paint the face of the Master he found he could not give it the expression he so desired until he had gone to the man against whom he had vowed vengeance and sought his forgiveness. When this had been done, he was able to finish the picture. Making a Thorough Job "Dear Harold," wrote his ex-sweetheart, "as you are probably aware, I am to be married to Mr. Blank the coming month. I shall, therefore, appreciate it if you will burn all the little notes I sent you, assuring you of reciprocity with regard to those you sent me." "Dear Dorothy," he replied promptly, "I shall certainly comply with your request at once. And, incidentally, as your fance holds a few notes of mine, I shall deem it a great favor if you will induce him to burn them with the rest." East Lynne'e Premiere The first American theatrical production of "East Lynne" was reviewed in the New York papers 62 years ago. duction of "East Lynne" was reviewed in the New York papers 62 years ago. The critics disagreed as to the merits of the drama, which had been seen at Niblo's garden the night before and none foresaw that it was to become the most popular play of the century. Since then thousands of companies of every grade have played "East Lynne," and it has been staged in every theater and village "opry house" in the United States and Canada. It is based upon the novel written by Mrs. Henry Wood. Easily Satisfied Thomas did not like mathematics, He had been absent when long division in algebra had been developed, and on his return to school, had been unable to grasp the subject. The day for the test came, and sure enough, there was a problem in long division. Thomas copied it, studied it thoughtfully for a few minutes and without the least attempt to solve it, wrote underneath it the following note: "Dear Teacher—If you will give me five on this problem I'll be satisfied. Thomas." Brain Work and Sugar Brain workers lose more sugar from the blood during their toll, than do manual workers, according to recent experiments in Czechoslovakia. It is not known just why this happens, but it is thought it may be through some process in the liver. Brain workers are particularly liable to colds, and the Czechoslovakian physicians suspect this may be due to the reduction of their blood sugar. to Man Who Laughs The mere fact of laughing heartily does one good. It makes the world seem a kindly place and it draws one closer to one's fellows. To be entirely engrossed in oneself and one's problems induces a morbid state of mind, but as long as one can laugh with others and thus blow away the cobwebs from one's brain, one is safe from the isolation of despair and egotism. Of course I mean laughing that is free from either superiority or bitterness, which is certainly a tonic to the whole spiritual system. Laughter clears the air, and the very fact that a man can laugh heartily is a sign not alone that he can enjoy life but that he has a sense of proportion about life. The capacity to laugh is much more than a capacity to see the funny side of things. It is really a sign of sanity. People who take themselves too seriously cannot laugh simply; people who are too overwhelmed by existence cannot laugh naturally. To laugh is not to be callous, it is to be balanced. And true laughter, being the expression of a simple emotion, is thoroughly healthy and sound. It is the outcome of a sense of humor, and a sense of humor arises primarily from a sense of values—Exchange. Monarch Mixture of Courtier and Buffoon Of the famous manners of George IV of England many stories are told. Once when riding he happened upon a man pilloried for issuing a libel against the ruler and wrote an apology "for the seeming indelicacy" of taking advantage to view him. Again he took the old Lady Clermont to her carriage and begged her to take her time and not hurry, for gallantly said he, "If you tumble, I shall tumble with you." The ruler, who achieved more by charm than character, in the estimate of Shane Leslie, a recent biographer, also was a famous mimic. On a journey to Hanover he convulsed the sovereign of the Netherlands by mimicking the old Stadtholder during his visit to Carlton house. The "Granvale Papers" give a peep behind the scenes of 1805 when he was prince of Wales; "Lord Abercorn is furious with the prince. The prince takes him off remarkably well lying along the bench with his arm across looking very fierce and stretching out his legs as though he was trying to kick Lord Granville." One Thing to Live For Mrs. Nagger had married a wealthy husband and as a consequence had spent much of her married life in travel. At home she had had her every wish gratified almost instantly. In fact nothing interested her any more. She was bored with life “Sometimes,” she said one afternoon to Mrs. Holland, who had dropped in for tea, “sometimes I feel I have nothing in the world for which to live.” Mrs. Holland shook her head sadly, then suddenly brightened. “Well, there’s spite, my dear, there’s spite.” Value of Courtesy Courtesy is the one medium of exchange that is always accepted at par by the people of every country on the globe. Courtesy radiates a spirit of good feeling and suggests that we are not working entirely for the material returns of work, but for the friendly human associations as well. Life is not too short, and we are never too busy to be courteous. Courtesy is the outward expression and an inward consideration for others is always an effective lubricant that smoothes business and social relationships, eliminating friction.—Philadelphia Public Ledger. Spiders Love Music? Do spiders enjoy music? A London organist has noticed that every time he starts to play the organ a spider swings down over the keyboard by a single thread of its web. As soon as the music stops he disappears. Either very soft or very loud music also causes the spider to disappear. During a concert at Leipzig, a spider seemed to like violin music. During two violin solos, he dropped down from a chandelier by its wet, but went back up again when the violin music stopped. Tale of a Tail During the summer a certain number of American visitors endeavored to smuggle dogs into England when they landed at Southampton, remarks the London Post. One day an official encountered a lady whom he had every reason to suppose was infringing the law. "Madame," he told her, "it is contrary to the regulation to bring dogs into this country." The lady protested that she had no dog. "Then, madame," said the official coldly, "I am to understand that the tail hanging down below your coat is your own!" Candlestick Symbol Albert Churchward, in his "Signs and Symbols of Primordial Man," says, "The seven candlesticks with lighted candles, we have no doubt, were introduced by Moses as a representative type of the 'Seven Glorious Ones'—that is, the seven stars of the Little Bear originally in Stellar Mythos. We have at the present time the same in use amongst the Christian churches, representing the mystic seven, which are the prototypes of the Seven Glorious Ones." DEATHS Mrs. Frances Coker Mrs. Frank Coker, age 25 years, 82 State, St., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hall of St. Louis, Mo., died Saturday, Feb. 26 at Ancker hospital. Her remains were prepared and shipped by A. J. McGavock, March 1, to St. Louis, Mo., for services and interment, accompanied by her mother. Mrs. Coker was the sister-in-law of Mrs. Bertha Ellin of the above address. FOR WEEKLY NEWS RELEASES DEAD LINE ADVANCED TO WEDNESDAY NOON It's Coming! Make an engagement to go to the Twin Cities' largest event, to be held Monday night, March 7th, at the Coliseum, Lexington and University Aves., St. Paul. Home Cooked Meals Try our Homemade Rolls, Pie and Cake TOASTED SANDWICHES ALEXANDERS SWEET SHOPPE Dale and Rondo Streets Phone Dale 7175 Hair Dressing & Beauty Culture EXPERIENCED OPERATOR will call at your Home De Guile & Poro Systems Phone Dale 5643 403 No. Western Rondale Barber Shop First Class Hair Cutting Special Attention to Ladies and Children Private Entrances and Private Booths for Ladies SHAMPOOING & MASSAGING W. M. CASSIUS—Prop. DALE AND RONDO STREETS Join the Northwestern Negro Business and Professional Men's Association. Call the St. Paul Echo, Cedar 1879, 614 Court Block. 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 Sixth & Minnesota Sts. Tel. Co 2417 Nine-room house, hot water heat; recently painted, papered and renovated throughout; $3,600; down payment to suit. JOSEPH E. JOHNSON Dale 1183 (10 Days to Take Advantage of This Offer) SIMPSON & WILLS 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 Twin City Community Workers Spring Frolic Not the best because the biggest TO THE THE C The World's LEXINGTON AVENUE NEAR Convenient to Monday Night Our Own Alfred Shutte, One of WCCO's Latest THE COLISEUM The World's Largest Dance Floor LEXINGTON AVENUE NEAR UNIVERSITY AVENUE, ST. PAUL. Convenient to all Car and Bus Lines Monday Night, March 7th Our Own Alfred Shutte, One of WCCO'S Radio Artists, Will Feature a Number of the Latest Popular Song Hits For the convenience of patrons driving their own cars there is approximately 5 acres of free parking space in connection with THE COLISEUM m. Con SSION 50 C CEPTION COMMIS ADMISSIO RECEPTIO ADMISSION 50 CENTS Jimmy Hughes David R. Francis Ethel M. Ray Florence M. Robinson Delphine Manning Mabel Harris, Chairman. PLEASE CUT AD AND Doors Open at 8:30 p. m. Gladys Lewis Harris Geraldine Pickett Aimee Hall Lezar Claiborne Notah Wilson Bessie Pierce But the biggest because the best AT LISEUM Dance Floor ERSITY AVENUE, ST. PAUL. and Bus Lines , March 7th Artists, Will Feature a Number of the Long Hits Spend an evening in charms and participate in the fantastic realm listening to the syncopating melody of Clarence Johnson's Night Hawks FAMOUS ORCHESTRA Come Early and Stay Late 50 CENTS COMMITTEE CONSPICUOUS PLACE Cecil Young Ward Walter Minor Jennie Cason Ruth Walker Maxine Shannon Gertrude Willis Part of The Blue and White Cab Fl LFTs ee That Will Line Up On Lexin ciacnie Ree Tika Py tl Pee a Ao ington Avenue At The Coliseum On Monday Eveni Sh TR Se aA mS an 4 | aes Ti We i in Monday Evening March 7th, 1 eer” y a Aly Bee be thy Lath 4 Y | SS ay ] YE) RE Pe oe seer ey ¥ SNe ae Pay Ye PS ae BW Ok ee ome ae 1 eae se itis t IN Vee hy) a ee ee ‘ : Pen eee a i ENE) oa LAN ae ta Wk ee fe: Y 23 a i. - MS omerua 1 Ea mn te af (a eter ce ioe ae T eLuES WHITE GA Beetes ee “fae ss ee a. co 4 aoa a na ae ee Te Ge pees Sees sa fi ie) RE I ee Ep | Sas lrg ae aos ae ee ore ee | <n « 4} | Cee eee ge Sree Poe a Ns Pa a BP Regie Pay RE Se eam ES get Ss ea i Sako Stee Sek i eR Car RE SO Tg sign? ay sh alaphaaiae ti | eT aan a i Be Sie LN oa a eas j | eg Sg a ga SS a ee te cs | ee ee ge aa 2 cata a i ! i ci a 2 oe (eich co acai Rati te eis aun oh inal ay PT | i : : era inset | | | tamed : | | |__|. a bs ST. PAUL NOTES The social committee of the Cameo Social club met last Friday at the home of Albert Patrick, 532 St. An- thony Ave. Stanley H. Benner was the only member of our group in the orches- tra that furnished the music for the dramatic operetta Lelawala, present: ed at the Mechanic Arts High School. Mr. and Mrs. Quitman Hieks, 953 Rondo St., had as their dinner guests Sunday, Mr. and Mrs, Wm. Walker of’ Minneapolis. Mrs. Quitman Hicks was in Sauk Centre on business last week. Mrs, Lillian Hamilton Brown, one of our popular hairdressers, is now residing at 403 No. Western Ave. ‘The Kings Daughters Charity Cir cle met at the home of Mrs. Alice Williams, 790 St. Anthony, with « large attendance, A delightful lunch. con was served by the hostess, Es telle Wiley, pres., A. Ruffner, secty Rev. I. H, Brown of Bluefield; W Va., who is now pastoring Memoria Baptist ehureh is planning to visi his people Monday March 6th. MINNEAPOLIS NOTES ‘The Past Exalted Rulers’ Council No. 32 of Minnesota gave their sec- ond annual ball last Monday night, Feb, 28, at the Lake St. Coliseum. ‘The ball was well attended. Mrs. R. A, Van Hook, 3612 Elliott Ave., was hostess to the Twin City Liberal Art club on Wednesday. ‘The Minnesota Baptist Association helX one of the most inspiring social sessions that has ever been held in its history, Sunday and Monday Feb. 27 and 28th at Bethesda Baptist chureh. Rey. G. W. Robinson of Des Moines, Ia., president of the Western Baptist Convention was principal speaker at each session. Mr. Roland Hayes noted tenor and his accompanist, Lawrence Brown ar- rived in the city today and are guests at the Raddisson Hotel. MINISTERS’ UNION MEETS The Ministers Union of the Twin Cities met Feb, 32, with the Rev. Waters, pastor of St. James A. M. E. chureh, 15th St., Minneapolis, Minn, A brief round table discussion of how we might better the work of the Union this year. A strong appeal was made by the president Rev. H. C. Parsons for the Pastors to stand by the Ministers Union. . Dinner was served by the Rey. and Mrs. Waters. Quite an en. Joyable day was spent. The next meeting will be with Rev. H. C. Boyd, March 8th, 22nd and Elliot Ave., Mpls., at whieh time Rev. H, R. Rhoenenee and Rey. C. P. Jones who recently joined the Unior of Duluth, will be with us. PETER OGDEN BANQUET HELD BY ODDFELLOWS The memory of Peter Ogden, Pa- tron Saint and founder of the Grand United Order of Oddfellows, was ob- served by Twin City Oddfellows with a banquet at Union Hall Tuesday evening, Mars Lodge No. 2202 and Fred Douglass No. 9005 of St. Paul and St. Anthony No, 2877, Minneapolis, were hosts to Households of Ruth Nos. 553 and 4671 of St. Paul and No. 776 of Minneapolis, and the Juveniles of the Twin Cities. Following the banquet, musical selections were rendered by Mrs. Babe Hannon and Miss Bernetta Cason at the piano, Attorney Wm. R. Morris of Minne- apolis, Past Most Venerable Patri- areh, spoke on the History of the Organization founded 84 years ago in England. He also gave a brief biography of Peter Ogden which ‘was very interesting and instructive. Past Master S. E. Hall stressed briefly the need of unity and praised the brethren for their spirit of co- operation. Frank Branson acted as master of ceremonies. J. B. Johnson was chairman of the committee of ar- rangements which included A. Han- non, S. J. Sydes, Wm. Bowen, W. 0. Johnson and E. A. Hatton. CLOVER LEAF CHARITY CLUB ENTERTAINS ‘The largest card party. of the pre- Lenten season was given by the Clover Leaf Charity club at Pioneer Hall, Feb. 24. Tables were placed in the hall in order to accommodate the crowd, which included a number of Mill City folk. For the first prize of $5.00 Mrs. ‘Wooten and Mrs. Lou Esters scored by.a tle and agreed to share it equal- ly, each receiving 2.50. The sec- ond prize was won by Mr. A. Mar- shall and the consolation by Mrs, Ada Jones. Refreshments were served by the members of the club. Join the Northwestern Negro Busi- ness and Professional Men's Associa- tion. Call the St, Paul Echo, Cedar 1879, 614 Court Block. Helium Helps Diver Helium, the rare, noninflammable gas s0 essential in the safe operation of the monster dirigibles of the alr, has also found Important uses in un- dersea exploration. ‘As the result of experimental work by the United States Navy department the use of the gas in synthetic hellum- oxygen atmospheres for “decompres. sion,” or restoration to normal atmos- pherle conditions, of divers or others performing labor under Increased at- ‘mospherie pressure, by preventing cals. on disease, promises to extend greatly the time and depth of underwater op- eration by divers, and thus to enlarge the whole range of submarine engt- neering, Very Open ‘A. man had invited a business ac- quaintance to play a round of golf with him, The guest, who was a very Pompous Individual, was also a poor player and hacked up the turf with each stroke. After he had carried away an un- usually generous portion with his iron he turned to his host and said: “You know I don’t care particularly for the game, but I like the glorious open country hereabouts.” “An, quite,” replied the other, as he surveyed the scarred ground, “but do you mind closing up the open country ‘an we 00 clece?”” Ingredients for Jelly Scientific study of the principles of jelly making has shown that three in- gredients are required for the forma- tion of a jelly, namely, sugar, acid and pectin; and these must be present in fairly definite proportions. Tart apples, cranberries, red currants and grapes, when collected at the prope stage of ripeness, contain pectin and acid in sufficient quantity to form u good jelly when cooked for a short time with the proper amount of sugar. Gas Power Analyzed A gas company has figured out that 1,000 cubic feet of gas will cook 18 meals for 6 persons; heat shaving wa. ter for 1.000 days; roast suflictent cof fee to make 2 cups daily for 70 years; light 2 cigars a day for 500 years: boil 275 gallons of water; bake 1,70C %-pound loaves of bread in a continu ous oven; do the work of two hens in hatesing eggs; broil 7 3-pound steaks ; barbecue enough bam to make 1,75 sandwiches. Not to Be Taken Literally “TH be delighted to vote for you’ “The car's as good as new.” “Your daughter plays. beautifully’ “The pleasure ts all mine.” “Come again,”—Torouto Star. And how about, “Let me pay”? 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For Sale Only at CABLE PIANO COMPANY 13-15 East Sixth Street 129 Nicollet Ave. St. Paul Minneapolis Phone—South 7954 Established 1905 W. SQUIRE NEAL Funeral Birector soa E. 24th Street Minneapolis, Minn. Train Faster Than Birds Tests of bird speed in culm air, made by a German investigator, show that the flyers have a wide range of rapidity and few equal the rate of a moderately fast train. Of those ob- served, the starling had the greatest speed, slightly more than 46 miles an hour. Jackduws made 38.22 miles an hour, the parrot finch 37 miles, rooks 82.58 miles, and hooded crows and gray gulls 31.05 miles. ‘The sparrow hawk had the slowest speed of all the birds whose flights were meas- ured, making only 25.70 miles an hour. —Popular Mechanics Magazine. Origin of Phrase Lost The phrase used to describe Turkey, “the siek man of Europe.” probably had a Journalistic origin, now lost Montesquieu (1689-1755) in one of his “Persian Letters." speaks of the Otto: man empire, “whose sick body was not supported by a mild and regular diet, but by powerful treatment, which con tinually exhausted it.” ‘The expression is also sometimes credited to Czar Nicholas 1 of Russia. in a conversation concerning Turkey eld with a British diplomat in 1853: “We have on our hands a sick man, a very sick man.” First Ballot Box A plain wooden box in Brooks’ club house in London bears a little brass plate with the inseription: “The first ballot box used at a parliamentary election in England. Pontefract, Aus 1872”. The clubiouse once was the rendezvous of the Whigs. It has more old-fashioned dignity and solidity and comfort about it than any other Lon. don club, says the Loudon Chronicle ¥rom the coffee or dining room up th fine staircase Into the smoking rou is an impressive tour. Free Delivery to All Parts | of City | Economy Market 902 6th Ave. No., Minneapolis GROCERIES Poultry and Meats Hyland 9746 | McDUFF WOODARD, Prop i | ST. PAUL ECHO Pin moe an oucan John dk MINNEAPOLIS ADVERTISERS CALL Blue & White same Cab 2244 : MRS. CARLYLE SCOTT Witt Present in a Song Recital Sunday Evening, March 6th, 8 P.M. At MINNEAPOLIS ARMORY KENWOOD PARKWAY AT HENNEPIN. Prices $3 and $2, Plus Tax Certain Sections at $1, Plus Tax Orders should be made as soon as possible, as the large number of course, pubecribers limits the number of seats available for single ‘Address MRS. CARLYLE SCOTT at FOSTER & WALDO'S 818 Nicollet Avenue. Se ae 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. B | ! | | { Raudenbush Overland Co. WILLYS-KNIGHT AND OVERLAND Formerly located at 344 North Exchange St., announce their removal to their new location, 195 West Sixth Street. Make your reservations for a Blue & White Cab now to take you to the Kenwood Armory for the Roland Hayes re- | cital, on Sunday, March 6. Form a party and order one of our spacious 7-passenger — cars to take you there at rates that are the lowest in the | city. For courteous treatment and service that can’t be | beat, call Gedar 4004 BLUE & WHITE CAB YFES = . ff Firestone hak oa e je . d fai Gum-Dippe CQ Ball aa alloons Are used on Blue and White Cabs be- cause their tests have shown LONG MILEAGE Equip eee FREEDOM FROM TROUBLE now 1 ese Famous LOWEST OPERATING COST eet GREATEST SAFETY AND They cost COMF' ORT no more. American Auto racers equip their cars with these famous tires because by the . exclusive FIRESTONE GUM-DIPPING S| PROCESS of insulating each strand of .| Ask About Our cotton in every cord, a tire of superior f sition in strength has been produced and its flex- (Sebi dl ing life has been greatly increased. W. F. SMITH TIRE CO. (Firestone Master Service) 147 W. Fifth Street CE dar 4807 OAD SERVICE EXPERT VULCANIZING Saint Paul, Minnesota ROLLER'S| G00D USED CARS | 1927 Nash Light 6 Sedan, $950. ° 1926 Nash Ady. 6 Tudor Se- dan, $1,050. 1925 Nash Special 6 Tudor Sedan, $850 1924 Nash, Adv. 6 Sedan, $685. 1923 Buick Sedan, $450. ROLLER MOTOR CO. 408 Main Ave. Gar. 1302 PAGE THREB ning March 7th, 1927 rie Cis f yee Co a ad Par ae v3 ; ay . Tl pee ee a x ay Meare he ol eo cd “Phone Dale 8339 ee at ELMER MORRIS 1 | DEUGaIsT PRESCRIPTIONS i Rondo and Mackubin Sts. INTERIOR DECORATING Paper Hanging, Painting Textone Presco-iatng, Bt. For Estimates Call Elk. 1727 L. YOUNG, 326 No. Grotto Dverland Co. .ND OVERLAND Exchange St., announce their » 10% Wect Sivth Street_ "Os eae: =A ee a = re Bice ea te I a ee oa mw, a o> a4 z 5 he i Sri un Sie Le ay ag aa leet gaat oe = Bd Se oa i a ails al esi ba el ee To © ea = sca: es Ss is a ge 2. Bie as Per See a RE IE siete i be : Se he ad od ane eae elated ee ‘ Spee itp Teas pipe ler tik si tea a slg Sse PAGE FOUR COMING ATTRACTIONS ¢ Keep off date of May 5, A May Pole to be given by Kings Daughters Ctrele. ‘The Old Maids’ Convention will be Presented st Phyllis Wheatley House ‘Thursday evening, March 10, under the auspices of the Mary B. Talbert Study Club, Admission 35 cents. Mrs. R. A. Van Hook, gen. chairman. PHYLLIS WHEATLEY NOTES ‘Mrs. Blanche Mason, accompanied by Miss Marion Jefferies, beautifully sang a group of songs at the Lions’ Club, which was held in the Gold Room of the Raddison Hotel Wed- nesday noon. ‘The Twin City Federation of Clubs met at Phyllis Wheatley House ‘Thursday afternoon at 2:30 in its first business session since its Mid- Winter breakfast. A group of children from the house gave a very enjoyable program at Moss Methodist Church Sunday evening and at Andrew Presbyterian Chureh Tuesday evening. The N. A, A. C. P. meeting held Sunday afternoon was well attended. ‘Much interest was manifested in the various subjects which were under discussion. Athletics for the Week. ‘There were two outstanding feat- ures in the Inter-Settlement Basket- ball League this week. The Cubs No. 1 having won every game on their schedule, are now champions of the 125-pound Division of the ‘Minneapolis Inter-Settlement League. The Tiger basketball team of the 150-pound division lost a thriller last Tuesday night to the Wells Leop- ards, in a game which took three overtime periods to decide. Hard luck on basket shooting lost the game for Phyllis Wheatley. Score, 13-12. ‘The Cubs No. 2 were swamped by the N. E. N. H. 115-pound team last Saturday night, 26-2, ‘The Intermediate and Junior girl teams lost two games to Unity House by scores of 23-9 and 31-12. Regular men’s gym classes are be- ing held at Wheatley House every Wednesday night of each week from 8-10 p. m. Volleyball and boxing are the men’s favorites. Y. W. C. A. NOTES N, A. A. C. P. Sunday at Vespers. “Race Relations as Viewed Through thé Eyes of a Southern White Woman” will be the subject on which Miss Dorothy Gary, In- structor of Sociology of the Universi- ty of Minnesota will talk. Sunday afternoon musical numbers will be rendered by Mr. Nathaniel Evans and Mrs. Margaret Grissom. The public is cordially invited to attend. A class in Dramatic Reading has been organized with Mrs. B, H. Mil- ler as teacher. Do not let this op- Portunity pass but come in and join immediately if you are interested. Call Dale 1068. Fortunate were we in having the National Director of Red Cross First Aid and Life Saving, our speaker at Vespers Sunday. Commodore Long- fellow made his talk and demonstra- tion very lively and interesting. Al- fred Shute, as always, appreciated in his musical numbers. Wouldn't you like to take a course in First Aid? If so, please register at once. Bring Results Gleesinea Aavertioing_Raterr— Maracer Ritee teat ae, aitince Sas, Esa ee ee MRS. T. H. LYLES UNDERTAKER Golar 0508—Pheaas Tels ‘anit A splendid 6-room house, all modern improvements, screened Porch. One block from University Ave. near Kent and Aurora Ave. An exceptionally desirable loca- tion, attractive appearance, rea- sonable rent, occupancy April 10. Call Cedar 1879 or Dale 5635. FOR RENT—6-room lower flat, 788 St. Anthony. Bath and electric Ught. Inquire W. A. Young, 895 W. Central. Dale 8560. 626 RONDO—Nice front room for Tent, furnished or unfurnished. Call Dale 1285. FOR RENT—Modern, ¢-room fiat, aleove and bath; newly decorated. FOR RENT—Modern, 4-room fiat; both newly decorated; on Iglehart. For information call Dale 3027. ALL modern, 4-room flat, large sereened porch and garage; rea- sonable rent. 976 Carroll Ave. Call evenings, Elk. 3969. NICE 4-room fiat for rent. 378 Jay St. Humboldt 3675. Disraeli Past Master of Diplomatic “Bluff” ‘There is an entertaining story of Disraell in Maj. Gen. Sir Leopold Swaine's volume of reminiscences. There was a moment during the Ber- lin congress of 1873 when it seemed as if the British and Russian conten- tlons could not. be brought into har- mony. On the morning of the fourth day Bismarck called on Disraeli, ‘They spoke on every other subject except the congress. Finally Bismarck got up to go, and sald: “I don’t know if you and Gortschakoff, the Russian del- egate, have come to'an amicable agree- ment, but | trust whatever may hap- pen this afternoon, that when you re- turn to England you will take with you a pleasant recollection of your stay In Berlin.” “I shall certainty do that,” sald Dizzy, “for I hnve met with nothing but kindness and considera- tion from everyone. Only this morn- ing T had another proof of it. I sent to the station master to inquire how much notice I must give for a special train to be got ready to take me back to England, ‘The reply, most civilly worded, was to the effect that two hours would suffice.” Bismarck went straight to Gortschakoft to tell him that Dizzy meant Sighting if he did not give in, “He gave in,” adds Sir Leo- cat Baten, Profane Promise Kept by Great Tragedian Junius Brutus Booth, the actor, was extremely eccentric. | At times he seemed to forget all responsibility and would follow fanciful whims wherever they led him, One night he had been announced for a performance of “King Lear” at the Boston theater. ‘The house was crammed. The hoar for the curtain had gone by, but Booth had not arrived. Messengers were sent in every direction in an attempt to locate him and ‘finally he was discovered in one of his haunts surrounded by a ring ot more or less inebriated friends. With difficulty he was taken to the theater, and when he heard the din of the audience, growing riotous because of the delay, he pulled the curtain ‘aside, thrust out his head and shoul- ders, and shook his fist at the howling ‘mob. ss “Shut up! Shut up!" he yelled. “Keep quiet! You Just keep still and in ten minutes I'll give you the d—st ‘King Lear you ever saw in your life.” "And he did.—Seribner’s Magazine. nae Severe ee Pointer for Angler Here is an idea which should Inter- est the angler when making prepar- ations for the fishing season. In a patent granted to William P. Ziegler of Ambridge, Pa., In 1916, the spect- fications read: “artificial Fish Bait. Body of wood with mirror in sides—in Imitation of a fish. A male fish, seeing his image in looking there, will appear to see another fish approaching, and this will not only arouse his warlike spirit, but also appeal to his greed, and he will seize the bait quickly in order to de feat his rival. In case the fish is sus pected of cowardice, I may make the mirror convex in order that the rival may appear smaller. In case of the female fish, the attractiveness of the mirror is too well known to need dis- cussion.” Sports Given Honor ‘There is a chapel window in the “Sports Bay” in the cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York city de- voted to the representation of differ- ent sports. In the two panels are shown eight major sports—polo, golf, tennis, baseball, horse racing, rowing, track and field and football, Minor sports are shown in small sections— steeplechase, cycling, basket ball, hand ball, swimming, gymnastics, yachting, bowling, billiards, skating, hockey, soccer, fencing, wrestling, pole vault, trap shooting and motor boating, Overcame Adversity The history of success—a long and fascinating record of the triumph of will over circumstance—is mainly the history of handicaps. Stanley, the ex- plorer, was reared In a workhouse; Livingstone, the maker of Africa, was a little “piecer” in a cotton ‘mill; Mark Twain was a river pilot; Thom- as Price, a great Austraiian’states- man, helped as a stone-cutter to build the parliament house in which, later, he sat; Robert Burns was poor all his days, yet he is the uncrowned king of Scotland. “Cottontail” a Mixture fhe American cottontall combines the characteristics of both hares and rabbits, though he is distinetly smaller than the hares, with shorter legs and smaller feet and ears. The chief dis Unguishing mark is the fluffy snow. white underside of the tail, always vis Ible in retreat, says Nature Magazine. He lives on vegetable food and is a pest to forage fields and orchards when his kind becomes too numerous Average adult length, eighteen inches; welght, three pounds. Virtues of Tea Drinking According to an old Japanese cus- tom, ten virtues were ascribed to tea drinking. ‘They were: Protection by all divinities, filial duty to parents, suppression of all evils, the vanishing of drowsiness, the harmony of all vital organs, immunity from disease and everlasting good health, amity in friendship, the keeping of a right mind and correct morals, the disper- sion of all passions and a peaceful deathbed, according: to the Dearborn Independent. LYS i) > oN i f l A! y] | = JA SS = | <s ° Keeping a Telephone System In Repair In the successful operation of a telephone system intensive main- tenance and a liberal provision for depreciation are of vital importance. Without a high standard of maintenance telephone service must deteriorate. Without proper provision for depreciation a telephone ‘ company may find itself without funds or credit with which to make Property replacements that must come over a period of years. . A few companies have been brought to the verge of bankruptcy and a few communities have found themselves practically without telephone service as a result of ignoring this factor. The Tri-State System is now setting aside annually an amount equal to about five per cent of the property values to provide for depreciation and in addition expends sufficient for current mainte- nance to keep the System in a high state of efficiency. For the year 1926 this Company expended for maintenance and ‘set aside for depreciation $1,813,016.31 or an average of $17.83 for every telephone in service. This appropriation represents 33.17 per cent of the Company’s total income. ‘This plan assures to subscribers good service and equitably spreads the costs from year to year. ® THE TRI-STATE TELEPHONE XN yy AND TELEGRAPH COMPANY Belong There An old lady was out riding with her son and his wife. Presently they came to a group of buildings surround- ed by a high stone wall. “What is that, son?” she asked, pointing to the buildings. “That is the state insane asylum, mother,” explained the son. Next they came to a golf course, ad- Joining the asylum, which was well populated with the Sunday crowd. “Oh, isn’t that nice of them to let the poor crazy people out into the pas- ture!” exclaimed the old lady. “But they do act queer, don't them?”"—Ton Angeles Times. Real Speed Gingerly the passenger clambered out of the two-seater sports car and breathed a sigh of relief as he found himself on firm ground once again, He proffered his cigarette case to the driver. “Very kind of you to give me a lift,” he remarked at length. “Only. too pleased,” said the motor ist. “You drive rather fast, don’t you?” asked the other. “Fast?” exclaimed the motorist. “That was nothing. You ought to be with me when I'm alone.” Crab Finds Rich Oil Fiela Oil recently found on an island off the coast of Honduras was discovered by the aid of a land crab, after man had searched for years for the petro- leum. The region is infested with the crabs, whieh burrow Into the soil. One of them dug into a marsh beneath a cottage. The next day the owner of the house smelled the odor of oil, and soon found a high-grade flow. He had been searching for oll for years with: out success, A Long Wait “and what cemetery fs that?” asked the Palestine tourist pointing toward fan expansive hill entirely covered with gravestones, “Oh, that's a family cemetery,” re- plied the guide. “A tamily cemetery?” “Yes, that's where all Methuselah’s nieces and nephews who passed away waiting for their rich uncle to die are buried" New Orleaus ‘Times-Plea- ‘eniliee ea rey ty ‘Use BEECHAM’S PILLS for the relief of Constipation, Bilionsness, Sick Headache and “lps lear the skin. 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