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TWIN-CITY HERALD N. A. A. C. P. Sends Thanks YOUR SUBSCRIPTION SOLICITED Volume 1--No. 4 PHYLLIS WHEATLEY TO PRESENT "HIS BEST INVESTMENT" A Three-act Play at the St. Stephen's Auditorium, 22nd St. and Clinton Ave., Monday Night, May 23rd. 8:15 o'Clock The Phyllis Wheatley Players, representing the dramatic section of the Phyllis Wheatley House, will make their first appearance in a three-act play "His Best Investment" at the St. Stephen's Auditorium next Monday night. This play has been in rehearsal for several weeks under the capable direction of Mrs. Eva Walker Carr of whose well-known ability nothing need be said. Add to that, the names of the cast, many of whom are well known for previous work along this line and the success of their presentation and your enjoyment is assured. The following is the cast. (In order of first appearance) Suzanne Marguerite Seymour Beverly Gray Jessie Shepard Fortunee Randolph Willie Lee Pointer Christine Whitman Minerva Totten Priscilla Page Essie Mason Billy Breckenridge John Thomas, Jr. Alison Cortland Frances Duncan Van Rensselaer Cortland Wilbur Washington Betty Jane Bailey Marienne Jeffrey Olivia Cortland Allie Glenn Senator Jerome Wendell C. Jones John Cortland Thomas Stovall Uncle Toby John Baldwin The play is for the benefit of the new Gym. Admission—35 cents. PHYLLIS WHEATLEY HOUSE NOTES A group of children from Phyllis Wheatley House gave a group of songs on the program of the N. E. Y. W. C. A. at Edison High School, Friday evening, and won hearty applause from the audience. A special Flood Relief Committee is collecting and packing clothing for the refugees of Mississippi, Louisiana and Arkansas, using Phyllis Wheatley House as headquarters. These things are being sent directly to members of our group who will be responsible for their distribution. The committee is most grateful for the cooperation of the many loyal Minneapolis. Through the kindness of the Sunday Forum, a collection of $2.58, was taken which will assist in shipping the clothing. The Phyllis Wheatley Ladies Quartett furnished a most interesting and enjoyable program Sunday Evening at Bethel M. E. Church. Miss Brown spoke of the work of the House and appealed to the group to give equal opportunities to the many negroes in the city. The Diamond Ball League has opened. The Junior girls won their first game from Sumner School Monday afternoon, on Sumner Field. The Seniors lost by default because members of the team were late. The Intermediates had an interesting game with Washington Neighborhood Monday afternoon, on the Parade ground. Although the girls lost to the "tune" of 10-12, they played a wonderful game and showed good sportsmanship. The Seniors and Intermediates play every Monday evening at 6:30, on the Parade grounds. The Juniors play every Tuesday afternoon at 5 o'clock, at different fields in the city. The Franklin Junior High School girls gave a very pretty May Party for the children Wednesday afternoon. One of the most interesting meetings of the Forum was held Sunday afternoon. The musical numbers rendered by Miss Esther Stovall and Clifford and Hollis Hawkins were very good. The treat of the afternoon was a talk on music, given by Mrs. Mae Black Mason of St. Paul. Phyllis Wheatley House will have its exhibit Thursday and Friday afternoon, May 26-27. From 4 to 5, during the afternoon the children will give a little program on the above New York, May 15.—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, 69 Fifth Avenue, has sent letters of thanks and appreciation to C. D. O'Brien, Jr., County Attorney of Ramsey County, St. Paul, Minn., and to Judge Charles Bechoefer of the District Court for the fair and impartial trial as a result of which a white rapist has been sent to jail for an attack upon a young colored girl. The colored girl had been brought to St. Paul from Atlanta, Ga., as a nursemaid in the family of William COLUMBIA LODGE INDORSES GRAND EXALTED RULER Columbia Lodge No. 85, I. B. P. O. E. of W., in their regular meeting held on last Monday night without a dissenting vote indorsed the Grand Exalted Ruler, J. Finley Wilson—who is a member of this lodge, for re-election to the office of the Grand Exalted Ruler. The good feeling that is manifest in the fraternity in Washington leads the brethren to believe that Grand Exalted Ruler Wilson will go to the New York convention of the Grand Lodge with the solid support of the lodges of Washington back of him. The harmonious spirit that has been developed in Columbia Lodge since the beginning of the present administration makes Columbia Lodge stand out in its adherence to the principles of the Fraternity. N. A. A. C. P. SENDS $300 FOR NEW TRIAL FOR JIM DAVIS New York, May 18.—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, 69 Fifth Avenue, has sent its check for $300 to L. G. Southard, attorney of Spartanburg, S. C., who defended the Lowman family, to pay for a new trial for Jim Davis, colored man accused of murder because he defended his two daughters and his own life after a white road gang boss had threatened to remove them from Davis' house. Previously the N. A. A. C. P. had sent its check for $250 to pay for an appeal of the case to the State Supreme Court as a consequence of which the conviction of Davis was reversed and a new trial ordered. Mr. Southard has been contributing of his own time and money in order to see justice done in this case, and has agreed to carry it to a conclusion. WINS HIGHEST UNIVERSITY HONORS Miss Helen Jackson, 2003 Franklin Ave. S. E., had one of the highest scholastic honors conferred upon her at the Cap and Gown Convocation at the University of Minnesota where her name was read among the few who made Phi Beta Kappa, National Honorary fraternity. Phi Beta Kappa draws its members from those Juniors and seniors who have had a B plus average throughout their college careers. Miss Jackson is a Junior academic student at the University of Minnesota and president of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. COLOR LINE IS ERASED Rochester, N. Y., April 30.—Two posts of the American Legion here, one composed of white members and the other of Negroes, have combined to form the Emerick Schofield-Richardson Post. The object, according to post officials, was to "continue in peace time a fraternal spirit formed during the Great War, when no color line was drawn in the American Army." Jack Purcell, white, is commander of the new post. The other offices are divided between whites and Negroes. named afternoons. The many members of classes will display their year's work. The Dramatic Department will present the Phyllis Wheatley Players at St. Stephen's School, 22nd and Clinton, Monday evening, May 23, at 8:15, 3-act play "His Best Investment" for the benefit of the new gym. Phyllis Wheatley Glee Club will give "The Bell of Barcelona" at St Stephen's School, Monday evening, June 13th, for the benefit of the new gym. Watch papers for cast. P. Hall. The girl who was under 18 years old testified that she had received no compensation for her services and had been unable to leave the family, having no money of her own, and that she had been afraid to tell of Hall's assaults because of his threats. The St. Paul and Minneapolis Branches of the N. A. A. C. P. together with the head resident of Phyllis Wheatley House and other social agencies brought about prosecution and conviction of Hall under a law which carries with it a penalty of imprisonment up to 7 years. MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL. SATURDAY. MAY 21. 1927 Western Baptists Hold Convention in City The Western Baptist Convention, composed of member churches of the states west of Ohio, convened in a session beginning May 17, ending May 22, at the Zion Baptist Church, Minneapolis, of which the Rev. C. B. Burton is pastor. The convention brought to Minneapolis a notable group of distinguished men and women. The program called for three sessions a day. These engaged the active participation of every delegate. This was especially marked in the business sessions. These brought out a very full attendance and in the discussions there was gratifying evidence of improvement in methods and understanding. The large gatherings of the various sessions attest the keen interest of the local people in the work of this important body—an interest that included not only the Baptists but representatives of the several denominations and citizens of the community. A much appreciated feature of the evening sessions was the music of the Zion Baptist choir which, under the direction of Mrs. Julia McGee, gave a program of music each evening. Tuesday evening Mrs. McGee contributed a solo, and on Wednesday evening Mrs. C. B. Burton, wife of Zion's pastor, also sang a solo. Earnest thought, provoking sub- Y. W. C. A. NOTES Vespers Sunday afternoon will be in charge of the Tri Art Coteri Club of which Miss Elizabeth Johnson is president and will be as follows: Readings, Louise Douglas and Mary Tolliver. Instrumental solos, Doris Ervin, Margaret Benjamin. Talk, Rachael Gooden. You are cordially invited to attend. Perhaps you've seen a May Pole Dance before, but then you haven't seen one given by grownups dressed like children, have you? Well, Mrs. Doris Roper and Mrs. Maude Brooks with their Committees are planning this kind of May Pole Party. Who's taking part? Why come out and see for yourself, on Tuesday, May 24th, at 8 P.M. But be sure to dress as a child! The High School Reserves are practicing on a minstrel to be given the latter part of the month. Mrs Freda Jackson is directing it. The N. A. A. C. P. closed their forums for the season with an interesting resume of the work. Vocal numbers by Mrs. G. W. Parker. Messrs. Edgar Murphy and Peavy Johnson were much appreciated by the audience. The Religious Education Committee of which Mrs. B. L. King is Chairman wishes to announce that the program Sunday afternoon will mark the close of our Vesper Services for this season. We take this means of thanking our friends who have rallied to us so well, both in attendance and in willingness to serve on programs, thus making it possible to present interesting numbers each Sunday. With the beginning of fall we hope to welcome you back for our regular meetings. DEATHS Maxine Hudson, age 7 years, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Hudson 473 Rondo St., died at Aneker Hospital, May 10th. Funeral Services were held May 14th from McGavock Mortuary at 3 P. M. Rev. W. H Griffin officiated, assisted by Elder Johnson and Chaney. Intermem Forest Cemetery. Tony Langston To Write Special Article Tony Langston, Chicago, internationally known writer and newspaper man, will write a special article for The Twin City Herald, which will be published soon. The contributing article of Mr. Langston will be of more than ordinary interest as it will carry a local appeal. Mr. Longston is a capable, forceful and interesting writer, so send in your subscription now in order to be assured of this article. jects were ably handled by the various speakers. None more so than the address of Mrs. J. B. Rush, a Des Moines, Ia. attorney whose discussion of "Religion in Civic Affairs" was declared by many the most effective presentation of the convention. A powerful address subject "The Challenge to the Negro Baptist of the West" was delivered by Dr. E. L. Scruggs, Dean of the Central Baptist Theological Seminary at Topeka, Kans. The Women's Auxiliary, allied to the Convention, re-elected its entire corps of officers. Its chief executive is Mrs. Ida Frazur Bates of Witchita, Kans. The convention proper is guided by the Rev. G. W. Robinson of Des Moines, Ia. Among the many well known men and women in attendance we note: Rev. W. C. Cartwright, St. Louis, Mo.; Rev. S. A. Mosely, St. Louis; Rev. G. W. McNeal, Rev. S. Montgomery and the Rev. Marchant from Kansas City, Kans. From Omaha, Neb, Rev. F. W. Botts and Rev Z. E. McGee; Rev. M. W. Withers, Sioux Falls, S. D.; Rev. J. H. Branham, Chicago, Ill.; Dr. W. A. Bowren of Kansas City, Kans.; Rev. R. A. Brayles, formerly of Minneapolis, now of Iowa, and Mrs. J. C. Mapp, Chicago, Ill.; Mrs. F. W. Penick, Milwaukee, Wis. BISHOP AND MRS. VERNON VISIT WASHINGTON Bishop and Mrs. W. T. Vernon, who have just returned from the Bermudas, stopped over a few days in Washington the guests of Chaplain and Mrs. O. J. Scott. It will be recalled that the bishop was the register of the treasury prior to his having been made a bishop by the A. M. E. church. The bishop's headquarters are in Detroit, Mich. His conference includes Michigan, Ontario, Illinois, Indiana, Nova Scotia, Bermuda. The bishop is one of the best known members of the race and is a member of the Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity. Mrs. Vernon is an ardent missionary worker, a college graduate and a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. Both Bishop and Mrs. Vernon were cordially received by a host of friends in Washington. PARIS SCRUBWOMAN RATED MILLIONAIRE Paris, May 14. — A millionaire scrubwoman, who rummages in garbage cans and begs on the side, has been found by the police. Privations, they say, are killing her. Keeping secret her name, the authorities nevertheless vouch for her ownership of the apartment building where she lives in an unheated attic room. Her income exceeds that of Premier Poincare. Besides the Paris building she owns two houses in Arras, three farms and some securities, all valued at more than 2,000,000 francs. IN UNION THERE IS STRENGTH To Whom It May Concern: Whereas certain persons have been and are spreading the rumor that members of engine company No.9 are not getting along peacefully with one another, we, the undersigned officer and members of engine company No.9, consider it our plain duty as men and friends to publicly state that the rumors mentioned herein are absolutely false, unfounded, and malicious. We wish to further state that for the past several months we have been getting along exceedingly well. We do not appreciate false rumors nor malicious gossip which tends to retard our progress. On the other hand we welcome assistance; we seek and appreciate god advice and suggestions which are conducive to our progress. Capt. H. C. Jones, S. F. Lewis, Ed. L. Jones, Nathaniel A. Evans, Herbert F. Foster, Arthur B. White, Wm. F. Davenport, Joseph T. Harris, Earl W. Ngal, Lionel West. Raise Large Sum in Popularity Contest RELIANCE PRIZE WON BY NEGRO YOUTH A $100 prize offered for the best example of self-reliance was awarded to a twenty-year-old blind Negro youth, Leroy Wellington, of White Plains, New York. The president of the club which made the award said that Wellington's handicap of blindness and color had failed to quell his spirit of self-reliance, and that his attitude toward life was in marked contrast to many cases reported to the club. The youth has practically been the sole support of his family. Besides helping to maintain his invalid mother, his three younger brothers and his father by caning chairs, weaving baskets and tuning pianos, he has been setting aside a small portion of his earnings to buy a second hand truck, so that he can call for and deliver his chairs and thus get more business. N. A. A. C. P. SENDING OUT CRE DENTIALS TO DELEGATES TO INDIANAPOLIS MEET New York, May 17.—The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will send out in the coming week delegates' credentials to its branches for those appointed to attend the 18th Annual Spring Conference in Indianapolis, June 22 to 28, and branches are therefore urged to forward the names not only of delegates but of members planning to attend at the earliest possible moment. The program of the day sessions of the Conference, in which delegates and members play a leading part, is now being made up and is expected to be in the hands of the printer in the week of June 1. FRATERNITY HOLDS ANNUAL PROM Under the able management of the officers and various committees of Mu Chapter, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity laid the jinx of Friday, the 13th, when they entertained their friends at their annual spring formal. Union Hall was beautifully decorated in gold and black; a veritable lattice work of the fraternity colors screened the orchestra from view. More gold and black dripped from the ceiling and palms clustered in the middle of the hall. Total darkness greeted the early arrivals, but the lights flashed on about ten o'clock to reveal the transformed hall to the eyes of the astonished guests. From then until twelve-thirty, dancing was the important business of the evening. At twelve-thirty, the guests reluctantly departed wishing for a few hours more of Alpha Phi Alpha joy. WELCOME HALL NOTES Mrs. G. W. Camp left last Tuesday to attend the Social Service Workers conference held in Des Moines, Ia., and will be back in the city by the 24th. Dr. Moses H. Jackson, pastor of Grace Presbyterian Church, Chicago, Ill., spent Tuesday with Rev. G. W. Camp. Dr. Jackson was en route to San Francisco, Calif., to the General Assembly. He has been pastor of the Grace Church for 39 years, he is the only pastor they have had and it is the only church he has had. Mrs. James Williams, on St. Albans entertained at luncheon and Mr Dovie Welch took them sightseeing through the Twin Cities. ANNOUNCEMENT "The Royal Three" will give a matinee dance on Decoration Day, May 30th, at the Union Hall, Kent and Aurora. New York, May 18.—To Long Branch, New Jersey, goes the honor of having raised the largest per capita amount of money in an N. A. A. C. P. Popularity Contest. There are fifteen hundred people in the colored population and the Contest brought $1,177.70. This comes nearer to being one dollar a head for the whole population than has ever happened in any other contest. Four of the contestants raised more than $200 each, one of them raising nearly $300. The sums raised are as follows: Mrs. Ollie Dotson, $272.00; Miss Ethel Brandon, $229.00; Mrs. Mary Towler, $212.05, and Miss Christina Reevy, $204.50. Price 5 Cents PULLMAN PORTERS ANNUAL MEMORIAL SERVICES HELD PULLMAN EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION HELD IMPRESSIVE CEREMONY LAST SUNDAY The annual Thanksgiving and Memorial services of the Pullman Porters Benefit Association were observed last Sunday, May 15, throughout the country. The Twin City Lodges of this Association, St. Paul Local No. 3, and Minneapolis Local No. 6, held their services jointly at Zion Baptist church, Minneapolis, last Sunday evening. When the Master of Ceremonies E. A. Galloway announced the opening song by the P. P. B. A. of A. Choir the church was completely filled. After the Scripture reading and Invocation by Rev. Collins, the members of the association were welcomed to the church by Mr. Scott, a member of the congregation. A. W. Jordan, St. Paul, spoke on "The Organization and Its History." R. A. Eddings, Local No. 6, gave a few brief and timely remarks. Rev. C. B. Burton, due to the lateness of the hour put to a vote of the audience whether he should preach a sermon or not. The audience voted unanimously for a sermon by the pastor, who launched into a characteristic Burton sermon that aroused his hearers much. The musical numbers of the P. P. B. A. of A. choir were splendid. The individual vocal efforts of Mrs. J. A. Roberts and Mrs. D. O. Grissam were pleasing to hear. A vocal duet "He is the One" given by Mrs. A. O. Jordan and Mrs. R. A. Eddings was beautiful. A memorial banner on which was inscribed the names of the association's departed brothers was unfurled while Mrs. Grissam gave a vocal solo. After the customary announcements, presentations and collections the most inspiring and successful memorial program ever held by the Twin Lodges of the Association closed with the Benediction by Rev. G. S. Jefferson, chaplain, Local No. 3. REFUGEE DONATIONS More than 800 useful garments for men, women and children and about 100 pairs of shoes have been sent to the flood sufferers through Phyllis Wheatley House. The Committee of Volunteers were kept busy for three days sorting, mending and even washing some of the garments. Miss W. Gertrude Brown has received several communications from the stricken districts,and through her the boxes will be sent to responsible Negroes and Negro Organizations. The committee wishes to thank the citizens of Minneapolis for their donations. When the next call goes out they hope to receive the garments clean and mended. Miss Dorothy Hicks, Mrs. Alice Brown and Mr. Allen used their cars to collect the clothing and Mrs. Francis Lewis, Mrs. Elizabeth Van Hook, Mrs. Haynes, Mrs. Margie Dunlap, Mrs. Bogee, Mrs. Lula Brower and Mrs. Beulah Mitchell packed the boxes. Mrs. Francis Lewis is chairman of the committee. BUSINESS LEAGUE Among the first of the St. Paul business men to come forward to join the business league are Mr. Pearse and S. B. Williams who are located on Rice St. Come on, Business Men, let's go forward. Remember that The Herald is printed in a Race printing shop by a Race printer. The apportionment of Long Branch is $100.00 but they will send to the National Office out of this Contest alone $768.90 In Montclair, New Jersey, four young ladies raised about $200 in a Popularity Contest that sends $160.00 to the National Office. Other Contests pending are New Britain, Conn.; Gary, Indianapolis and Terre Haute, Ind.; Fort Madison and Keokuk, Iowa; Pittsburgh and Arkansas City, Kans.; Springfield, Mass.; Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minn.; Jefferson City, Mo.; Plainfield, N. J.; Akron, Dayton and Urbana, Ohio; Portland, Oregon; Meadville, Pa.; Richmond and Roanoke, Va. e —_ . ra = 2 lf = Twin-City Herald “Independent. Not Neutral” . PUBLISHED WEEKLY BY PERRY PRINTING CO. . Main: Office 26 First St. ‘North Minneapolis Mina. - GEneva 6569 Soltis Smeg Se 2 ep et ea ee eee eae a FG. THOMAS oss eche ceeeneeenePresident Mi. RO SHIVERS ©. 3n Wies- President CECIL B. NEWMAN 002n0...cecneccesestensccnecescemeenneseatensen Editor and Sec’y J. E)-PRRRY. a es Treasurer ADVERTISING RATES ON APPLICATION SUBSCRIPTION RATES One VOR ccc ne $200 Three Months ee AB Bix Months nee eceeeeeeeeee 1625 One Month 2 2B cS) HERE THERE IS NO VISION THE PEOPLE PERISH” More than two thousand years have passed since Solomon made this siavement, He had studied the life of Joseph, the young Hebrew captive lad, who became one of the Icaders of a great nation and clearly saw thc reasozs for his success. Joseph it seems had been able to advise the ruler of Egypt of a coming business reaction based upon the failure of crops an: the over expansion of business. He had been successful in persuading the king to store away vast quantities of grain and thus avert certain disaster With Joseph’s success came the prosperity of his own people who wer: invited into Egypt, where they became honored guests, enjoying the ful! privileges of citizenship, Then there came a period when a ruler of Egypt who knew not Juseph put the Israelites in bondage. Then according to his- tory da» entirely to a lack of leader with the vision and ability to chang: conditions these people suffered for years. Then came another man of visior to ihe counciis of Israelites, Moses. With the keen vision of a leader deter- mined tc bring about the emancipation of his racé, he, too, like Joseph, saw dark days facing Egypt -and he prepared the people for the impending dis- aster, and this statesman, Moses, convinced the ruler of Egypt that all the nation’s troubles were due: to the unjust enslavement of his peop'e. Wc know how the Israelities were given their freedom and how Moses guidec them through the wilderness.toward the Promised Land, delivering ther there with necessary laws to goyern their growth and conduct as a nation. “Where there is no vision, the people perish”: not only recorded histor} up to Solox..cn’s time but was prophetic of the rise and fall of nations fron those days ontil the present, and will continue to be an outstanding truth fo: ail time, ¢t was Julius Caesar,.a man of vision, who welded the Roman Empire iz... che first great-world power and made famous that remark all roads leac to Reise, but his successors. lacked vision and we find Nero, the blind, dissi- pated, selfish leader of a later Rome, watch Rome go up in flames while he sang. And so down the ages, even today we see Italy throwing off the effects of vigor-us war and lifting her head again.. She once more has achieved < piace ‘n the Sun and solely and entirely through the efforts of Mussolini Despite the fact that in every vocation of life including the military field the Arts and Sciences, music and literature the Negro has achieved success for himself and his country. Prejudice has constantly been increased. State: that used to boast of their attitude of justice and fair play towards the Negro, today have-discrimination laws on their statutes against him. Why? It has been due in great part to our lack of visionary leaders. We are in need of a Joseph or a Moses and unless we find such leadership and that soon, all that the North fought for will have been in vain and the Soutl will have won the war and have its black slaves again. POLITICS Minneapolis has had more than her fair share of political newspapers: born in the stress of a campaign, dying with the campaign’s end. These have tended to call into question the honesty of any newspaper effort, and have cost undeserved upon all that savors of polities. Politics is the mean: by which government is organized; The manner in which government func tions decides the welfare of those who are governed—because the Twin City Herald is deeply interested in the welfare of its group, it has as keen ar interest in the politics that must influcnce their well being. .The advertising columns of this paper, like those of any reputable publication, are open tc those who find them a satisfactory means of combat with our group. Candi- dates for office are not denied this privilege. For this service there is fixed charge. Our editorial columns, in which this paper’s opinions find expression are not for sale to any.one at any price. So we frankly say, in the presen’ campaign as in others-to come, our chiefest concern is for the effect they will have upon the fortunes of our people. If from the community stand- point this seems somewhat selfish we would ‘urge a reading of the repor recently made public by the Urban League. The most cursory reading wil show that the community as represented by .its business interests is giving but little heed to the economic needs of its colored constituency, and we may only stand by and hope that a more generous consideration will rewar¢ the earnest efforts put forth by the Secretary of the league in behalf of hi: people. We hope for a consideration that will enable us to more fully meet our obligations as citizens, To make larger contributions to the variou. appeais which seek to arouse the sympathies of the people to the Communit; fund, to the Organ fund, to the Flood sufferers, too, and we must have large economic opportunities if our response. shall parallel our desires. Hennepi: County and the City of Minneapolis give large employment to the people wh: live within their confines. As one of the groups whose support make Henne pin County and Minneapolis possibil'ties, it is ours as of right to sharc equitably in that employment.. We have not urged this strongly in the past Among the many-hundreds who work for county and city our group is num bered by less than the fingers on one hand. So then, as the campaign con tends and we are urged to. give support here or there, does not wisdom advise that we listen carefully for an expression from them upon this al important question? Important to the community as to us. For no com- munity may thrive as it should, if any part of that community suffers eco- nomic suppression. Vote for a wider economic outlook. The Twin City Herald made its first appearance Saturday, April 30th. For three weeks the paper has been sent gratis. This has been done so that you may know that the Twin City Herald is not a promise, but an active, live, pulsating reality; pulsating with news, notices, doings and editorial thought that chiefly concerns our race. The Twin City Herald was made possible by a group of our citizens who realize the need of an organ of our own, through which we can give expression to those thoughts and senti- ments that most directly concern us. The need of such a vehicle of expres- sion and race co-operation are vital factors in our political, economic, socia! and spiritual development, That the great dailies give to us the news of the world such as this paper cannot hope to give is admitted; that they give us that which redounds much to our credit is denied. A lynching, a disreputable occurrence is chronicled in flare headlines, but what becomes of the flare headlines when we achieve? As a rule, not even is mention made of the fact. -When every little hamlet of five hundred-or more population has its weekly paper to bind its community together +illit can become a part of the great whole how much more do we, with a population of five or six thousand need such a bond, when we are not recognized as a part of that great whole? We do not think that we as a race, are indifferent to those better things that characterize the progress of the other race. We are not inherently different, but often that medium of thought the race paper does not give us the mental unity needed. But to exist, to be able to make itself felt, a paper must be supported. We have builded on our faith in your support. May we not be disappointed. Our agent will-call upon you sooii“for your subscription. WHY SHOULD THE ELKS GO TO NEW YORK? One of the most colorful conventions held by our group is that of the Improved and Benevolent ‘and Protective’ Order of the Elks of the World. Various large cities willingly battle for the right to entertain the Elks, the fifty thousand visitors usually ‘eave many a dollar in the convention city. Even the southern cities send them invitations. The convention in Richmond, Va., was a great success and introduced a new feeling between the races in the former capital of the Confederacy. Now, at the last grand lodge session the herd voted to go to N. Y. in 1927 evidently aware of the fact that there TWIN CITY HERALD was @ law on the state of New York books known as the Gratton law pro hibiting our Eiks from using the insignia and emblems of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. According to the legal fraternity any Negro baiter could mar this great convention by procuring an injunction under the Gratton law against our Elks, in the midst of the Convention. Last August the big Negro politicians and Elks of New York knew this law existed, why didn’t they get busy and attempt to have it repealed New York with all its poets, educators, big politicians and population hasn’t half of the “get up” of Chicago, It seems to us that we should take our largest convention where it is more welcome. e« WHAT WE NEED ‘ St. Paul and Minneapolis lose many desirable citizens, men and women of means, by the laek of proper civic spirit. Many wealthy visitors from other sections of the country, attracted by the magic words “Minnesota the land of the Lakes” trek her every summer. Some of them would make splendid additions to our population. Our selfishness and coldness drive these pros- pective fellow citizens away. We look with horror upon a newcomer, chase him or her away if possible and then mourn because we are not more progres- sive “like Chicago.” Persons three and four years out of the deepest south- land mutter about losing “Our privileges”—What privileges? It is an evident fact that if Negro enterprise is to continue to exist here we must have worthwhile additions to our populations, people of industry and thrift who will make good citizens. Immigrafits from the old countries pour into this state and are welcomed by their brothers and sisters of the other groups with open arms. While we snub and kick our own American Negro brothers instead of forming organizations to make him welcome and teaching him good citizenship, and the customs of this’ section of the country thereby injecting strength into our business and political status. Most of these things are up to the business and professional men who must stop quarrelling among themselves and use their training for the benefit of the whole. a The Observer One of the most delightful and in- teresting talks on the development of musie in America, was that given by Mrs. Mae Black Mason, to the Sun day Forum at Phyllis Wheatley House last Sunday. This gifted lady gave a wonderful review of the Art of music from so many angles, that her audience was held spellbound b; her very charming recital. 8 * A recent issue of the “New York Age” gives an account of a shrewd Jewish east side merchant of New York City who visited Harlem; th- largest and most talked of Negro city within a city, in the world; to take stock of the business tendencies of the Negro population. His com- ments on what he saw and what he failed to see are full of suggestions He was pleased to see the Negro en gaging in many and various retai enterprises, but deplored what seemec to him, of opportunities going tc waste, that is the Negro. was not making anything to sell—being con- tent to sell only what someone else had made. He argues, “that in the present eco- nomic situation, the Negro must have something to sell of his own manu- facture, if the race is going to get or in the world and establish itself as 2 factor of any importance in business.’ I quite agree with one Jewish friend I believe that the theory of succes. in business is to have something tr sell at a bargain, yet at a reasonable profit. But according to one of the ancient races of traders, like the Jews, a people must have something to sell that the outside world wi! esteem to be a bargain, before it can be classed as an economic factor ir business. = And this reminds me that in our group there is a young lady, borr right here in our cities, who can mak: as fine a face powder and other toilet articles as is on the market, and bet- ter than many of them. And face powder is a product almost as old as mankind. Among the articles taker from “King Tut’s” tomb was a gold vanity box containing face powder of such an exquisite delicacy, that its equal has not been found among modern makes. All of which shows that the ladies of “King Tut’s” time “powdered up.” They may not have done it on the street cars or in church as I have seen ladies of our day do. but they wielded the mysterious lit- tle puff just the same. And facial preparations are always in demand and they sell. All the world is their market and sold at a bargain never fail to find a purchaser. Sometime ago there was perfected in Minneapolis an organization, the name of which I do not now recall, formed by some enterprising young men of our race, actively sponsored by one of our popular bank em- ployees, to do a general business of whatever nature most promisingly O. A. SUNDIN Gador Give Me a Trial I guarantee satisfaction Phone Dykewater 5983 734 E. Lake St. Minneapol ATLANTIC 9684 ; Stewart’s Smoke Shop Popular Brands of CIGARS and CIGARETTES 246 Third Ave. So. Minneapolis Herald on Sale appealed to them; whether that or- ganization is still in existence I do not know, but if it is still functioning and has some capital, here is an op- portunity which should not be over- jooked. And now that Sears Roebeck and Company, are coming into Min. neapolis, a firm that will sell or dis- pense anything, anybody will make that people will buy, at a small but steady profit, it seems as though somebody ought to get busy. *.- * * Whether we realize or not folks, it is apparent that sooner or later our race is going to be thrown on its own resources, and while we are willing to accept, and like Lazarus, almost beg- ging for the crumbs that fall from the other fellow’s table, we must re- member that it is his table and that it is his right and privilege to say who shall partake of the good things thereon; and that if we wish to en- joy the same luxuries we must set our table, and the sooner we start the better. Think it over. : ** # We are very much pleased to read of the settlement out of court of the Malones of St. Louis. Mr. Malone drops his suit, the receiver for Poro College dismissed and Mrs. Malone restored to full ownership. ¥.G..T. WE NEVER KNOW If we but knew the sorrow we cause others unaware, The pains, the heart-aches and the looks of long despair; By things we do, and things we say, As through this world we go; Perhaps we would recall them If we but only knew. The arrow often hits the mark to which it was intent, So let us stop and think awhile be- fore our bow is bent; Misfortune oft may cut us down, We know not how or when. Some thoughts are better kept than said, So check them ’ere they go; For they some aching heart may wound, We never know. Life’s road is filled with ups and downs, On which we all must tread. The road is long that has no turn, Are words so often said. So let us do to others as we would have them do to us, ,For some day we must reap just what we sow; Cast not the seeds of discontent amid the ripen grain, For what our harvest will be we never know. - —James M. Smith. be ~ 5 Ee ee es at ; : ke, hoi af 7 e meee | om oe bs eet os ae Lt a Fraternal Choize MARIE, THE FLORIST 2938 Chicago Avenue Chicago at Lake Phone Dykewater 2461 -- Phone—Geneva 2071 E, G. HARRIS. Prop. THe DUNBAR HOUSE Rooms By Day or Week Porters’ and Waiters’ Headquarters Clean. Quiet, Homelike 723 Washington Ave. So. Minneapolis i SS Office DYKWATER 2843 Lundberg & Carlson + + TIRES, TUBES AND . Auto Repairing ""S:ccsones’” 2906 Chicage Ave. SPRING REPAIRING AND WELDING MINNEAPOLIS A. Robert Lundberg Hours S. Carlson Geneva 8681 Geneva 8682 Jacob Andresen Co. vufactorers Electric Lighting Fixtures Electric Appliances and Radio Corner 3rd & 3rd So. Minneapolis, Minn. eat ea ee woe pe eee en ie oe Geneva 2523 California Hand Laundry JAMES A. LEWIS, Mgr. Hand Work our Specialty A race concern employing race employees We Call For and Deliver , 1910 E. Franklin Ave. Minneapolis Atlantic 9492 C. W. BELL BARBER_ SHOP : AND POCKET BILLIARDS 250 Third Ave. So. Minneapolis CARL OLSON Shoe Repairing All Work Guaranteed 717 East Lake Sireet EDITORIAL JOTTINGS Even in the South the Negro i: emerging as a deciding political fac tor. News dispatches tell us that ir Raleigh, N. C., the colored voter: ‘swept the old city administration back into office after the present mayor had declared for the constitutional rights of the Negro to participate ir the elections. When you hear some of the can- didates for office especially those seeking re-election, extolling the vir- tues of the Negro and telling of his friendship and regard for the group, politely ask the candidate how many colored men were employed in build- ing the new Minneapolis city audi- torium, ask them why all of our col- lege trained young men and women have to leave home to teach school, enquire why a city of this size should have only one colored fireman and two men on the police force. There are various other questions you might ask these men and women and some who don’t know you are here until around election time. Some of them will ask what do you want—all we want is equal opportunity and a chance to earn a living in the city. We have bought our homes here, are raising our children and spending all our money here, and we want 2 square deal in regards to employment Remember that The Herald is printed in a Race printing shop by a Race printer. t IT PAYS TO LOOK WELL See ELLIS THE BARBER We Specialize in Hair Straightening 309 South Third Street Minneapoli: Free Delivery To All Parts of City OurEconomyMarket 902 6th Ave, No,. Minneapolis GROCERIES Poultry and Meats Hyland 9746 McDUFF WOODARD. Prop. N. A. A, C. P. ELECTS DARROW AND DR. LUCAS TO NATION- AL BOARD New York, May 18.—Clarence Dar- row and Dr. George Lucas, president of the New Orleans Branch of the National Association for the Advance- ‘ment of Colored People, were elected to the Board of Directors of the N. A. A. C. P. at the May meeting of the Board held this week, it was an- nounced today. Prior to his election to the Board, Mr. Darrow had been serving as a member of the Association’s National Legal Committee, in which capacity he will continue to serve. Bas Te ee i Bead ee ee ae 2 aa ae > a. SS ee 2 acini iu a Be ae a: see err a, eee a Li a > forerere sees See eran A | Beale nae ree | ie as KEEP Judge % on the Municipal Bench Received Highest Vote in Lawyers’ Primary Graduate of University of Minnesota Served in World War Appointed by Gov. Christianson Prepared and circulated by Judge Carroll Vol - untary Lawyers’ Committee, for which $10.0 | is tobe paid: SOCIETY, LOCAL AND PERSONAL Mrs. Percy Hughes, 3432 Oakland Ave., entertained the Junior Matrons. After delicious refreshments, the ladies played 500. Mrs. Estelle McCoy won the first prize; Mrs. Marie Hyde, the booby, and Mrs. Alma Cannon was successful in getting the guest prize. The Booker T. Washington Club met at the residence of Mrs. Harry Allen, 3816 4th Ave. S., last Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. B. P. Lewis is at home to her many friends at 614 Dupont Ave, N. Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Eddings of 2728 N. 2nd St., entertained twenty guests at a sumptuous five-course dinner Sunday afternoon. The house was beautifully decorated, color scheme of pink and green was carried out in every detail. All the guests departed, agreeing that the newlyweds, Mr. and Mrs. Eddings were delightful host and hostess. Rev. George McNeil of Kansas City, Kansas, is the house-guest of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. Eddings, while attending Western Baptist Convention. Rev. McNeil is the uncle of Mrs. Eddings. Mrs. M. M. Donovan is now residing at 725 Emerson Ave. North. Mrs. Oscar Crouse, mother of Mrs. Geo. Brady, formerly of 3932 Fourth Ave. S., remains very ill in the General Hospital. Notwithstanding the inclement weather last Saturday, May 14th, The Invitational Track meet at Carleton College, Northfield, Minn., was held. Of the 500 athletes who participated three were colored, of the Twin Cities; Judy of South High, Minneapolis; Hargreaves of Mechanics Arts, St. Paul, and Shanks of Central, Minneapolis. They report having a wonderful time. The hospitality and courtesy towards the colored athletes was excellent. On Tuesday evening, May 17th Mrs. Fred Lewis (Sedalia Mickens), of 3121 18th Ave. So., was very pleasantly surprised by a party of friends. Sponsored by Mrs. Minnie Alexander and Mrs. Alice Brown, the party gathered at the home of Mrs. Alexander and together journeyed out to the home of Mrs. Lewis and presented her with a beautiful Rayon bedspread and other presents. A gala time followed, during which a delicious lunch was served. Mrs. J. C. Huggins of Memphis Tenn., arrived in the city Wednesday May 18th, to visit relatives and friends. Mrs. Huggins is the sister of Mr. Milton Shanks and Mrs. Charles White on Snelling Ave. Three more names have been added to the N. A. A. C. P. Baby contest They are Josephine Smith, 815 Lyndale Place. Mary Mitchell, 2025 Riverside Ave., and Erline Williams, 1021 Fifth St. So. Everybody is very busy these days and nobody has much time to get out and vote; but remember your baby must win and we are reminded that "Not to the strong is the battle, nor to the swift is the race." . . . Have you voted yet? You can vote for fifty-four and as many times as you like. Mr. B. M. McDew, well known real Professional Cards Telephones: Office, Cedar 1673; Residence, Dale 0918 Office Hours: 10 to 11 A. M., 12 to 1 P. M., 3 to 5 P. M.; Sunday, 10 to 12 M. Dr. Valdo Turner Office Dakota Bldg., 54 W. Seventh St. Res. 386 N. St. Albans ST. PAUL Hours: 1 to 5:30 P. M. Office and Residence 7 to 9:15 P. M. Cherry 7969 Sunday by Appointment R. J. C. BROWN, M. D. Office and Residence 638 Sixth Avenue North Specialists in Minneapolis, PHYSIO-THERAPEUTICS Minn. GALE P. HILYER Attorney at Law 520 New York Life Bldg. Atlantic 7130 Colfax 6720 DR. M. J. RICHARDSON DENTIST ATLANTIC 909 Marquette Ave. 0593 Minneapolis Main 5252 We Appreciate Your Patronage M OSCAR P. GUSTAFSON Jeweler and Optician 4 Sp. 4th St, Minneapolis estate dealer of Minneapolis, will give the fourth prize to the lucky baby holding fourth place in the N. A. A. C. P. Baby contest. The fifth prize has been donated by Mr. Milton Shanks, Contractor and Builder. The Women's Auxiliary of the N. A. A. C. P. will hold its regular monthly meeting at Phyllis Wheatley House, 808 Bassett Place, on Wednesday afternoon at 2:30 P. M. Mrs. Gooden, president of the St. Paul Auxiliary, will speak and the ladies will serve tea. Everybody come. Rev. E. Weaver, a delegate from Chicago to the Western Baptist Convention and a schoolmate of Mr. R. J. Willis and who had not met in 25 years, had a hearty handshake at the Convention. The Booker T. Washington Study Club met at the home of Mrs. Harry Allen, 3812 Fourth Ave. So., on Tuesday afternoon. Rev. G. W. Robinson of Des Moines, and Rev. Reynolds are the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Willis, 1814 15th Ave. So. ST. PAUL Send your news items to Marvin Shivers, 276 W. Central Ave., telephone Elkhurst 5183. Dr. and Mrs. Cliquet of Sidney, Australia, were luncheon guests of Mrs. Tracey Young, 320 W. Central Ave. Mrs. Lillia Belle O'Shields Duncan left for Tuskegee, Alabama, where she is a nurse in the Veterans' Hospital, she had a two weeks' vacation which was spent with parents and friends. Mrs. W. H. Archer returned recently from Chicago where she has been visiting. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Harris now reside at 381 Carroll Avenue with Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Archer. Mrs. Harold Hilyard has recently moved into her new modern six-room home. It is situated at 551 W. Central Ave. Mrs. Fred McCracken, 852 Albemarle St., entertained the Twin City Matrons on Wednesday, May 18th. Next week will find Mr. and Mrs. P. Homer Goins settled in their new home at 661 W. Central Ave. Mrs. Caldwell Watkins of Chicago is in the city visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Tracey Young. The charming young matron intends to spend a week in the city. Frank Nash, former Meharry student is the first of the out of town students to arrive in the city for the summer months. Mr. Nash is at the Keystone Hotel. Miss Kathryn Lealtad of New York City is expected in the city this week to visit her parents, the Rev. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Lealtad, 645 Mackubin Street. After her visit here, Miss Lealtad will sail for France where she intends to complete her vacation. Miss Audrey Boswell, University of Minnesota Student, is home from the hospital where she underwent an operation for appendicitis. Miss Boswell is the sister of Mrs. Maurice Hickman, 774 St. Anthony Ave. The Young Women's Club of St. Phillip's Episcopal Church was entertained last Friday by Mrs. Freda Jackson, 910 Rondo St. Eta Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority met at the Y. W. C. A. Club Center last week. The members discussed plans for the Vocational Classified Wants POTT'S RESTAURANT The home of good eats Steakes, Chops, etc. Rondo St. St. Paul Furnished rooms for rent by day or week. 211 Eleventh Ave. S. For Rent—furnished room for couple. Phone So. 5515. —3—2t Tell Me Where and when you want your home and how you wish to buy it my service will save you money W. S. BUTLER & CO FURNISHED ROOMS—$2.50 per week and up. The Dunbar House, 723 Washington Ave. S., Phone Geneva 2071. For good meals at reasonable prices go to People's Lunch Room, Kent St. and St. Anthony, St. Paul. Special Fried Chicken dinner Sunday, $.50. FOR RENT—3901 Fifth Ave. So., 6-room modern duplex for rent. McDew, 10 So. Third St., At. 0621. FOR SALE—Modern Bungalow and Garage near Third Ave. So. and Fortieth St. If you want bargains in real estate see McDEW 10 So. Third St. Lo. 5265 At. 0621 TWIN CITY HERALD MINNEAPOLIS Baptist Bethesda Baptist Church, 1118 8th street S., H. C. Parsons Pastor. Morning Worship, 10:45, Sunday school, 12:15. B. Y. P. U., 6:30. Evening service, 7:45 Parsonage, 2737 11th Ave. South. Prayer Meeting Thursday, 8:00 P. M. Topic: "Prayer a Vital Relation- ship." Zion Baptist Church, Seventh and Hoag Ave. North. Sunday school—9:30 A. M. Morning service—11:00 A. M. Evening service—7:30 P. M. Rev. C. B. Burton, pastor. Go to Church Sunday St. Peter A. M. E. Church, 22nd Street, Elliot and 10th Ave. S. Morning service—10:45 A. M. Sunday school—1:00 P. M. Evening service—7:30 P. M. Rev. H. C. Boyd, pastor. St. James A. M. E. Church, corner Fourth Street and 15th Ave. Sunday school—9:30. Morning service—10:45. Christian endeavor—6:30. Night Services—7:30. Rev. C. R. Waters, pastor. BORDER M. E. CHURCH Fourth Ave. N. and Lyndale Bible school—10:30 A. M. Morning Worship—11:30 A. M. Young People's Society—6:30 P. M. Evening worship—7:30 P. M. Bible study, Wednesday evening 7:30 P. M. WAYMAN A. M. E. CHURCH Service every Sunday at Phyllis Wheatley House. Morning service, 11:00 A. M., evening service, 8:00 P. M. Sunday school, 9:30 A. M. Everybody welcome. Rev. H. C. Claybrook, pastor. The Church of God in Christ, 616 Lyndale Ave. N. Morning services—11:00 A. M. Evening services—6 P. M. Rev. F. Chaney CHURCH OF GOD 578 Eighth Avenue North C. M. Hicks, Elder Residence----561 Eighth Avenue No. Preaching Sunday----11:00 A. M. and 8:00 P. M. 8:00 P. M. Preaching Wednesday—8:00 P. M. Bible School Sunday—1:00 P. M. Bible Study Class, Sunday—5:00 P. M. Children's Meeting, Sunday—5:00 P. M. MINNEAPOLIS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1201 Emerson Ave. N. Sunday School—3:00 P. M. Afternoon Worship—3:30 P. M. —Rev. Church, Pastor. Guidance week which comes in June. Tri Art Coterie is giving the program for the last vesper service at the Y. W. C. A. Club Center, 590 W. Central Ave. Readings by the Misses Louise Douglas and Mary Toliver, piano selections by the Misses Doris Ervin and Margaret Benjamin and a talk by Miss Rachel Gooden will make up the program. The Monogram Circle of St. James Church visited Crispus Attucks home Sunday to cheer the aged who are living there. Refreshments were served. The Cameo Club held their regular meeting Saturday, May 14th, at the residence of Miss Katherine Allen, 697 Rondo St. Delicious refreshments were served and all report a wonderful time. Samford Inv 2-GALA May POKEGAMA Samford Investment Co. 2-GALA DAYS-2 May 29-30 POKEGAMA LAKE Addition Short Talks by Prominent Citizens, and other amusements Club House and Dining Hall, to be furnished and equipped, and Row Boats and Fishing Tackle available for these Opening Days of the Summer Resort De Luxe METHODIST ch Sunday ST. PAUL BAPTIST CHURCHES Memorial Baptist Church Corner Rice and Fuller Ave. The Church for Everybody Morning Service Sunday School—9:45 A. M. Preaching—11:00 A. M. Evening Service B. Y. P. U.—6:45 P. M. Preaching—7:45 P. M. Rev. M. J. Stewart, Pastor. St. Paul Baptist Church Mackubin St. and West Central Ave. Services Sunday School—9:45 A. M. Preaching—11:00 A. M. B. Y. P. U.—6:30 P. M. Preaching—7:30 P. M. PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH Cedar and Summit Street Rev. Lee W. Harris, Minister Dale 8193 719 St. Anthony Services Every Sunday 10:30 A. M.—Prayer Meeting 11:00 A. M.—Song Service 11:30 A. M.—Preaching 12:45 P. M.—Sunday School Evening Service Little Pilgrim, Grotto and Central 6:00 P. M.—Junior B. Y. P. U. 7:00 P. M.—Senior B. Y. P. U. 8:00 P. M.—Song Service Order of Service 8:30 P. M.—Preaching Monday, 8:30—Pilgrim's Men's Fellowship Tuesday, 7:30—Boys' Rangers, and Scouts Wednesday—Praise Service and Bible Study. We extend to the public a cordial welcome to our services of worship. ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH Rev. W. H. Griffin, Pastor Corner Dale and W. Central Street Sunday Services Sunday School—9:30 A. M. Preaching—10:45 A. M. Allen C. E. League—6:30 P. M. Preaching—7:45 P. M. Mid-Week Service Friday—Class and Prayer Meeting, 8:00 P. M. CAMPHOR METHODIST CHURCH Corner, 13th and Broadway Preaching—11:00 A. M. Sunday School—12:30 P. M. Prayer Meeting—8:00 P. M., Wednesday. 377 Farrington Ave. Morning Worship—11:00 A. M. Sunday School—12:30 P. M. Evening Worship—7:00 P. M. Public invited. —Rev. G. W. Cant, Pastor. Alice Miller Phone Dale 9787 Edith Pearmon Model Beauty Shop Marcelling 50c A full line of French Cosmetiques 310 Rondo St. St. Paul, Make Reservations For Private Partys ALEXANDER Tea Room & Night Chicken Club Dale 7175 vestment Co. DAYS-2 29-30 "My Methods Will Please You" Your Credit Jeweler MAX A. KOHEN 13 South 5th Street Diamonds - Watches The Northwestern Casket Co. Manufacturers for 45 years Ask your Mortician for Northwestern "De Luxe" Quality finished Redwood Caskets Show Room 118-120 Honnepln Ave. Minneapolis Res. Phone Office Phone Elk-1613 Gar.-1500 McGavock Mortuary 550 Rice Street St. Paul, Minnesota Send Your Spring Cleaning To COMBS BROS. Dry Cleaners and Tailors 809 4th Ave. South Main 5040 Work called for and delivered. Established 1914 Erickson & Moe Prescription Druggist 740 E. 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Phone South 5860 Your Patronage Solicited You will like our service Your next move—Call us 2910 Chicago Ave. S Makes our Stoo o Trade RKET IS cial Art, ections ed to 0 Chicago Avenue Minneapolis Importers of Scandinavian Medicines g Co. Γ o. 3 THE MUSIC BOYS ST. PAUL RED CAPS According to travelers the world over one of the most efficient groups of depot attendants, commonly known as red caps in the United States are the men employed in the St. Paul Union station. These men are among St. Paul's most progressive citizens. SPORTS SQUIBS OF SPORTS By Hamlet "Kid" Rowe Before the largest crowd that ever viewed a turf event in this country, Whiskery, chestnut colt of the Harry Payne Whitney stable, won the fifty-third Kentucky derby at Louisville, May 14th. In winning the race, Whiskery only beat Osmand, who was piloted around the course by Jockey Earle Sande, by a head. Beside the honor of winning the classic Kentucky derby, Whiskery won for his owner a $51,025 purse and a $5000 gold service. Quite a tidy sum of money, and in the days of yore a large portion of that money would have gone into the pocket of a Colored jockey. It is indeed a decided change to witness a race these days and not see a colored jockey; where we reflect we recall names of the leading jockeys of years ago, jockeys like the Ellis brothers (Kit and Lucius), Willie Sims, Chippie Ray, Bob Al and Lonnie Clayton who were also brothers, Andy Hamilton, Jimmy Winkfield, Tommy Knight, "Soup" Perkins, Isaac Murphy, the greatest jockey of all times, and others. Where years ago there were many Negro jockeys like the above mentioned, today about the only thing they get to do is to exercise and condition horses for the white boys to ride. A deployable difference in the former and present economic status of the Colored Jockey. \* \* \* George Banks, Jr. beat Fred Kane in foot race run Tuesday afternoon on Sixth Ave, North. Fred claims with proper traning and under favorable conditions that he can defeat Banks. * * * Owing to Hamlet B. Rowe having to leave for Chicago unexpectedly last week, he lost an opportunity to place his boxer, Billy Freeman on the current fight card. Promoter and Matchmaker Collins, however, has assured him of a position on the next card, which will be held in the new auditorium in June. Tex Rickard, who is staging a series of heavyweight boxing contests, the purpose of which is to select an opponent for Champion Gene Tunney later in the year, has eliminated the Colored fighter from these contests. According to an alleged statement from George Godfrey, leading Colored contender Rickard refused to permit him to enter this elimination contest. Though Godfrey is not a wonderful fighter we believe he compares favorably with Maloney and Sharkey, who meet Thursday evening in a 15-round contest in New York. Godfrey in the name of fair play should have been given an opportunity to vie with other boxers. No doubt Rickard thinks that should Godfrey enter the contest, there would be too much money going into his pockets, too at the following places in Minneapolis Stewart's Smoke Shop 248 3rd Ave. So. Shinder's—6th and Hennepin Engelson's News Stand Wash and 2nd Ave. Brooks Pressing Shop 705—6th Ave. No. In St. Paul Utley's 311 Wabasha Alexanders—Rondo & Dale Ragland's Barber Shop, 19 W. 9th Street. Lyles Barber Shop, Farrington and Rondo St. much money for a black man. Rickard fails to remember that the two fights that made a national, yes, an international figure in fistic affairs, were mixed bouts. In the near future we will give the readers of The Twin City Herald some facts about Mr. George "Tex" Rickard. * * * Jimmy Mollett, who knocked out Sammy Long, May 5th, will meet a tough boy when he mixes with Pete Campi, Friday evening on the card featuring Otto Von Porat, heavyweight champion of Norway and Sully Montgomery. Charlie Long of Omaha who recently went to Australia is a big sensation over there. In his first fight he stopped Roy Moore, leading middleweight of the Antipodes. Long won by a knockout in the fourteenth round of a scheduled fifteen-round bout. Long will be remembered in the Twin Cities for his bouts here with Al Van Ryan, Eddie Morris and Vernie Smith. * * * The pseudo-champion middleweight of the world—Mickey Walker—sailed for England Tuesday where he will meet Tommy Milligan for the title June 30th. In England they score fight points in a different manner from what they do here and there is a probability of Walker losing the title, which rightfully belongs to Tiger Flowers. At any rate he will not have a biased referee this time to help him retain his title. * * * Wm. O'Shields and Robert Kyle were on the Minnesota Track team and journeyed to Iowa City, Friday night to be on hand for the dual meet between Minnesota and Iowa of the Big Ten. We should rally to the support of the young athletes who are carrying our colors for they are the only members of our group in the big ten, prejudice has crept in and it is hard to carry on and get bad decisions, but this is what these young men have done and in spite of a mistake in number which gave another party credit for a second; Bill won two third places—the 100-yard dash and the 220. Robert took second in the broad jump against heavy odds. We commend the men for carrying us on in the face of odds. BASEBALL George White, captain of the Sanitary All Stars from Sanitary Uptown shop, will play the strong Bayfort Minnesota Team, May 22nd. Let's get behind our boys and help them win. Fraternally Speaking By Jos. B. Levy, Philadelphia, Pa. The Pennsylvania State Association I. B. P. O. E. of W. opened its Annual session in Philadelphia, Sunday, May 1st. Delegates and alternates from 75 lodges throughout the state arrived by train, busses and private cars. The following officers were elected: President, C. W. Grant, Pittsburgh, Pa.; First Vice President, James E. Taylor, Pittsburgh, Pa.; Phillip Newton, Berks Lodge No. 47, Reading, Pa., Financial Secretary; Walter Dixon, Wilkesbarre, Pa. Treasurer. Next Place of meeting was unanimously voted to Harrisbury, Pa., 1928. Roanoke. Va. The opening session of the Virginia State Elks' Convention will be held Monday night, May, 16, at High Street Baptist Church at 8 o'clock P. M. The convention will be welcomed to the city by the Mayor, Chas D. Fox. Roanoke is expecting a large delegation, and also several marching clubs and bands. The Grand Exalted Ruler J. Finley Wilson and Grand Daughter Ruler Ella Berry will also attend. Many other celebrities will also be present from other parts of the country. C. Tiffany Toliver is general chairman on committee of arrangements. News items for the Herald should reach the office before Wednesday noon of each week. TWIN CITY HERALD THE MUSIC MEN THE MUSIC BAND N. A. A. C. P. NOTES By the President Minneapolis Branch If every Minneapolitan was as deeply interested in the N. A. A. C. P. as I, there would be little for my good friend, Dr. M. W. Judy, chairman of the membership committee to do. For every one would, as Rev. and Mrs. J. M. Body have done for three years past, send in his membership dues, without being solicited—I am convinced that a lack of knowledge of the Association and its work explains the indifference or the hostility of many. A few days ago I said to a young man friend of mine, "The time is here to renew your membership." He replied indifferently "Is that so?" and changed the subject. Another said "What has the Association done any way? I am tired of making millionaires." As it happens I know both of these men well. They are intelligent, generously inclined, not too close with their money and in many ways on numerous occasions have been helpful influences in the forward looking programs of their people. They are entitled to have their honest doubts explained away. They are entitled to know that the Association is making honest use of the monies that the people are giving it. These men and others like them owe it to themselves however to use their intelligence and avail themselves of the facts which the president and every member of the Executive Committee is earnestly trying to put before them. What has the Association done? The Twin City Herald could not carry the full story of its achievements if it gave the entire paper for the purpose. "The Crisis," official organ of the Association, tells it from month to month. Every Negro publication in the United States helps to spread a knowledge of its activities. Leading dailies of the country carried front page stories of its gallant battle to save Dr. Sweet and his companions. This victory not only gave liberty to them but established for all time the right of any man to defend his home against assault. The Louisville segregation ordinance carried to the Supreme Court of the U. S. by the Association, profoundly affects the welfare of every member of our group, wherever he may live. These are just a few of the outstanding successful efforts that come readily to mind. There are hundreds of others to equally prove its work and effectiveness. Our local branch has broken up attempted discriminations in theaters, has an important case to go before the courts the coming term; with the St. Paul Branch assisted in the conviction of the notorious defendant Hall of Georgia; has protested wherever injustice has been called to its attention; in short it has been everlastingly on the job of protecting the interests of its group. As to making millionaires—in the seventeen years of its existence the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People has not received a million dollars from all the colored people of the United States counting them altogether. Not only has it accounted for every dollar received but its expenditures—its receipts—its financial condition have been proved by the audit of a firm of nationally known chartered accountants. Last year it received $80,000, Minneapolis gave $384.00 or about 6 cents for each one of our group. At that we largely exceeded the average for the entire country which totaled 2-3 of a penny per person. Not much chance to make millionaires from the N. A. A. C. P. treasury. Splendid examples of race loyalty will be on exhibit next week when Dr. Judy and his hundred workers begin the 1927 canvass for members. Not less splendid but more pathetic is the example of the 54 babies who under the leadership of Mrs. Fannie M. Shanks are seeking to reach the hearts of Minneapolis folks. When they come don't close your understanding or your purse. In answer to our request for information sent last week to the National Office—the following message comes from Walter White, assistant --- --- Secretary: New York, May 6th. In response to inquiries addressed to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, 69 5th Ave., as to where contributions for colored victims of the Mississippi Valley floods might be sent, the National Office telegraphed to New Orleans and has received the following telegram from Dr. Geo. W. Lucas, President of the New Orleans Branch of the N. A. A. C. P. New Orleans Branch will handle anything for flood sufferers. The address of the New Orleans Branch is 2107 Dryades St., New Orleans, La., and all gifts and contributions may be sent to that address. The National Office has received one check for $3.00 from Wylie University, Marshall, Texas, and this has been forwarded to the New Orleans Branch. The N. A. A. C. P. has also telegraphed Robt. R. Church in Memphis, member of the Board of Directors, informing him of the willingness of the New Orleans Branch to administer flood relief funds, and requesting him to keep in touch with Dr. Lucas in New Orleans and with the National Office. OMAHA NEWS The beautiful lights of Omaha were turned on in full Monday evening, May 16, when Mrs. James Jewel and Mrs. Egar Lee gave a dancing party at Dreamland Hall, in honor of Mrs. Eddie Robinson of Chicago, who is visiting Mrs. Lee. There were seventy-five couples present, all dancing and paying their respects to the honored guest who once lived in Omaha and belong to the most exclusive set. Mrs. Rhiva Harrold entertained at Bridge, twelve guests in honor of Mrs. Eddie Robinson of Chicago, Friday evening. A delightful luncheon was served and all had a lively time. Mrs. Robinson leaves Saturday for Kansas City and other points. BOOK CHAT By Mary White Ovington Chairman, Board of Directors of the N. A. A. C. P. "NEGRO LABOR IN THE UNITED STATES" By Charles H. Wesley, Published by The Vanguard Press, Inc., 80 Fifth Avenue, New York City. Price 50 cents. Professor Wesley's monograph is a scientific and historical survey of the progress of Negro labor in the United States since 1850. Beginning with the plantation system of the South, and its attendant necessary condition of slave labor, the book follows the Negro through the Civil War and the reconstruction period to his place in modern industry. The idea of the Southern agricultural system was to keep the Negro a farm-laborer; but long before the Civil War, certain black freed men of the South had sought and found employment in the industries. These had proved themselves capable workmen, and had refuted the old argument that the Negro could not be successful at skilled labor. When, following the war, the big plantations were broken up, and thousands of slaves found themselves, theoretically at least, free, numbers of them turned toward the factories. White laborers resented the encroachment of black; the two races could not work together; and there were few capitalists who would hire black laborers. Riots ensued, but the Negro continued to establish himself in positions requiring skilled labor in spite of raceprejudice and the difficulties rising out of his own lack of early training. "Between 1870 and 1890, the economic life of the South was transformed. This section was changed in various places from agricultural com- 732 East Lake St. South 8539 Two Stores Blue Ribbon Meat, Fruit and Vegetables, Groceries We Deliver Free M. Burgil, Prop. Minneapolis munities to industrial communities." The period of transition was not an easy one for the Negro. Immigration over-stocked the industries with foreign labor; French, Italian and Irish were preferred to colored workers. Early attempts at organization were frustrated by "politics, racial barriers and misguided leadership." The least difficult things to do were to go back to farming or to create another problem by accepting unemployment. Progress toward skilled labor, however, went on. The industrial schools of Hampton and Tuskegee, had begun the work of training Negroes, those in sympathy with the movement being convinced that the chief need of the colored population lay in "industrial training and lessons in thrift and industry." The fight went forward into the new century. Opportunity did not come until the World War shut out immigration and lack of workers forced the new war manufactories to open their doors to Negro labor. This gave impetus to Phone South 7954 W. 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