Twin City Star

ective Page MINNEAPOLIS Negro Fireman Pensioned. Retires After Long Service—Friends Send Many Presents. After answering fire alarms and fighting fires for twenty-three years, Mr. John Cheatam, 53 years old, a negro known far and wide through his fire district, will retire tonight on a pension of $40 a month and will JOHN CHEATAM. exchange the stress of fire duty for the peaceful vocation of a church sex- ton. Friends from all around, 200 strong, more than half of them white persons, flocked on May 30 to the house of Engine company No. 24, on Minneha avenue, where Mr. Cheatam has been holding forth as driver of Chemical company No. 7. They brought him meerchaum pipes, good cigars and tobacco, and all sorts of other gifts, and they all called him "John" when they presented the mementoes. The colored fire department members clubbed together and presented him with a Masonic charm, and altogether Mr. Cheatam says it was about the most pleasant evening he ever spent. Mr. Cheatam, who lives at 3020 Twentieth avenue S., was appointed to the fire department May 14, 1888, and has served as driver, pipeman, lieutenant and captain. His pension comes from the Firemen's association, and his job as sexton will be at the Central Baptist church, Fourth avenue S. and Grant street. He is highly respected by the members of his race, and owns his home. The Star is glad to know that our daily papers have given him due credit, and we feel that we are honored to have in our city such a good race representative who has made a clean record in public service, and who has received his well-earned reward. A WAY TO SAVE $1,000. There is no better way to save a $1,000 for old age than by taking out an endowment policy in The Penn Mutual Life Ins. Co. S. A. Stockwell, Gen. Agt. Phones: 304-5 Andrus Bldg., N. W. Nic. 1304 Minneapolis. Mr. Robt. L. Boone of Northfield, Minn., spent Sunday at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. M. O. Cannon. Mrs. Ethel Lucas, (Medley) the wife of Dr. Lucus of Portland, and her little daughter, Wilmar, left Thursday via the East Soo for Montreal to visit her relatives. Mr. William M. Garrett, 1023 So. 4th Ave. has opened his real estate office, and will continue as proprietor of the Vasso Cleaners. Mr. Garrett is the Manager of the Twin City Star, and will be pleased to meet any one having any business connection with this publication. Managers' office—1023 4th Ave. So. Phone N. W. Main 183. Publisher's address—1419 Wash. Ave. So. Phone T. S. 2520. TAX-PAYERS ATTENTION All Negro property owners and taxpayers are requested to send their names to The Twin City Star, 1419 Washington Ave. So., for publication in our Civic Celebration Edition. Let us begin now. It costs you nothing. We are glad to publish the news of the real estate investors. They are the people who are the real representatives of the best element of the race. Property buyers are the desirables at this time. Segregation may not be far away. Help this publication by paying your subscription. We intend to carry only bona-fide subscribers on our lists. BETHESDA BAPSTE CHURCH 1120 8th St. So. Rev. T. J. Carter, Pastor. Morning sub.: "The Cradle on the Waters." Eve. 8 o'clock, sub.: "Means of Sanctification." Mr, M. C. Rutledge, the proprietor of Foraker's Cafe, has on sale all the leading Negro Magazines and Periodicals. He intends to carry a full line of Race News from everywhere. INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS. At a meeting of the Minneapolis Sunday Forum held at eBthesda Baptist church on Sunday the following officers were installed: Pres. Dr. R. S. Brown, V. Pres. R. C. McCullough, Sec'y. Miss Lettie Hays, Asst. Sec'y. Miss Grace Smith, Treas. M. W. Withers, Jr., Journalist, Mrs. R. S. Brown, Critic, W. M. Smith, Organist, Miss Mildred Shull, Chorister, B. Franklin Bullock, Chaplain Sequano, Ushers, Geo. Hall, Jas. Coombs, Chairman Social Committee, Chas. Neal. Pres. Brown addressed the Forum, thanking them for the honor conferred upon him and promised to do what he could for the welfare of the organization, each officer in turn responded briefly when called upon—eact advocating attendance, punctuality, and unity of effort. Memorial Services. Memorial services were held in honor of all the deceased members of the Forum which were very impressive. Prayer by Rev. J. L. Wharton, Singing by the Forum, Remarks by Osa A. Lawrence, Eulogy Miss Beulah Corneal by Chas. S. Smith, Eulogy, Mr. Harvey Burke, by John S. Wright. The next meeting will be the 1st Sunday in July, at St. Peter's church. The Forum will meet only once a month during summer—First Sundays of each month. July 2nd St. Peter's A. M. E. Church. Aug. 6th, Bethesda A. M. E. Church. Sept. 3, St. Peter's A. M. E. Church. Dr. R. S. Brown, Pres. Miss Lettie Hays, Secy. Mrs. A. Anthony, who has been living in Gilbert, Minn., returned to the city on Monday, and will spend a few days before leaving for Chicago. The Knights are going to Indianapolis this summer to the Encampment. WANTED:—Back number copies of issue of July 28, Sept. 1st and 9th 1910 of the Twin City Star. Miss Helen Washington, 1104 4th Ave. No., has recovered from a severe attack of Typhoid under the care of Dr. Brown. Rev. R. M. Toombs having finished a course of study in Real Estate has been awarded his diploma, and has been recently appointed as special agent of the International Realty Corporation, representing their interest in real estate, insurance and brokerage. Subscribe for the Star. Larson, the photographer has moved from Seven Corners to 313 Washington Ave. So. Dr. Redd has moved into his new location, where he will receive his patients. Office phone, Nic. 1963. Residence, South 330. Mr. Jas. E. Carter of Des Moines is building up a good trade at Tyler Bros. He has met many old friends, and his workmanship has secured him many customers. Did you try him. ALL ARE INVITED. THE DICKERSON CAFE SPECIAL DINNER, 25c. Daily From 3:30 to 7 P. M. 208 Hennepin Ave. Minn. Mr. Wilbur Jackson it not authorized to solicit ads and subscriptions for the Twin City Star.-Editor. Wear FLORSHEIM SHOES' 2 stores Minneapolis St. Paul Duluth FOR RENT—Nicely furnished rooms for gentleman who would like nice quiet place in private family. Phone T. S. Grove 1112. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., JUNE 10, 1911. Neatly furnished rooms, all modern conveniences, good location, Mrs. J. B. Glover, 1809 5th Ave. So. Minneapolis. Mrs. Wm. C. Jefries, who has been very ill is recovering. Mr. Jno. L. McHie, is sick at 1208 W. Franklin St. The Ladies' Club gave an entertainment at the residence of Dr. R. S. Brown, in honor of Mrs. Ethel Lucus, who won the first prize at which Many friends attended. The doctor claims the honor of assisting her in winning. After the game refreshments were served, Mr. C. B. Hosmer, of Tuskegee won the booby. Mr. Cooper Lewis, has moved to 324 East Lake St. Mr. Henry Moseley, who was for many years the owner of the Jasmine Club left last week for New York City. Before leaving he was given a banquet by many of his friends. ST. PAUL MASONIC ANNUAL SERVICE Perfect Ashlar Lodge No. Pioneer Lodge No. 1, F and Anchor Hilyard Lodge No. are arranging an interesting offer for their annual services on 25th. The Social and Literary School Pilgrim Baptist Church vetted by Mrs. J. W. Clear Central Ave., on Monday, J. Special musical programme. sion free. Refreshments serve. The program rendered unusuals of Master Robert Before the Men's Sunday Club James A. M. E. Church last will be repeated on June 18th to the inclementy of the many were unable to attend those present enjoyed an afternoon. Mr. Chas. Hardin, will move into his newly built residence in 1710 6th Ave. No. about June 15th, and the house-warming, to which many are invited, will be a large evening. Jack Johnson, will coronate wearing a monocle and the swellest clothes. He takes with him the title of Champion Pugilist of the world, having been coronated as King of Pugilists a Reno, Menelick was the ranking ruler at the coronation of King Edward and Champion Jack will rank as the master of the makers of that game of manly art, which has been long fostered by the English people. Mr. Geo. Smith, 2826 Chicago Ave. a well known hotel employee, has been unable to work for several weeks on account of rheumatism. Police officer James Hardin returned from Omaha on Wednesday where he spent his vacation. Attys. B. S. Smith and W. R. Morris and Messrs. Ralph Watson, Fre Cunningham, Howard Phillips, Clarence W. King and our friend "Sandwich Jack" are the Isaac Walton's who are telling about their catches, and fish stories are now really interesting. Mr. Jas. A. Dover has been on the sick list, but is better. Albert Young, R. B. Porter, — Green and — Hardy, dining car waiters, were killed in the wreck on the first trip of the Columbian, the new steel train of the Milwaukee Ry. on May 29th, leaving Tacoma, Wash. The Order of Eastern Star held their Annual Thanksgiving sermon last Sunday afternoon at Pilgrim Baptist Church. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Anchor Hilyard Lodge of Masons met June 6, and elected the following officers, who will be installed at next meeting. June 20th: M. W. Judy, W. M.; Geo. Johnson, S. W.; E. B. James, J. W.; Zach Johnson, Treas.; Dr. R. S. Brown, Sec'y.; Willis Colter, S. D.; Maurice G. Rutledge, J. D.; Horace Carlisle, Chaplain, Jno Cheatham, S. S.; G. Fred Hyatt, J. S.; Geo. W. Brown, Marshall; L. J. Allen, Tyler. The Amor Chapter and St. James Commandery will meet Sunday, June 11th at Anchor Hilyard Hall at 1 P. M. --- Fifty Years of Freedom, a drama under the auspices of the Afro-American Women's Clubs was a success. Mrs. Sellars and Mr. Nelson appeared in the leading roles. Mesdames Mary Anderson and Janoda Jackson have opened the Cottage Inn, at 453 Rondo St., St. Paul. Pioneer Lodge of Masons No. 1 of St. Paul closed a deal for a brick dwelling on Rondo St. for $6,250. Go to Utley's Barber Shop for your Tonsoral work.—"Your Bath"—and your "Twin City Star." DR. J. H. REDD 111 So. 6th Street WELL KNOWN CLUBMAN DEAD. Mr. Edw. Durant, the well-known manager of the Utopia Club in Montreal died last week. Mr. Durant has been sick for a long time, and had just returned from a trip to Cuba for his health. ADVERTISE—IT HELPS. ST. PAUL MASONIC ANNUAL SERMON. Perfect Ashlar Lodge No. 4, and Pioneer Lodge No. 1, F and A. M., Anchor Hillyard Lodge No. 2, Mpls. are arranging an interesting program for their annual services on June 25th. The Social and Literary Society of Pilgrim Baptist Church was entertained by Mrs. J. W. Cleary at 661 Central Ave., on Monday, June 5th. Special musical programme. Admission free. Refreshments served. The programme rendered under the muspices of Master Robert Strong Before the Men's Sunday Club at St. James A. M. E. Church last Sunday will be repeated on June 18th. Owing to the inclementy of the weather many were unable to attend, but those present enjoyed an interesting afternoon. GRAND VOCAL RECITAL. Greatest Negro Concert-Basso Will Sing at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Prof. A. E. Greenlaw, one of the noted singers of our race, will give a concert recital on June 19, 1911 at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Prof. Greenlaw is the Leader and soloist of the First Baptist church (white) of Regina, Alba., at a salary of $1,000 per year. He received his vocal training at Fisk University. Do not miss this opportunity to hear one of the celebrated singers of our race. Admission 25 cents. Gopher Lodge of Elks of St. Paul will send a delegate to the Boston Convention next August. Mr. J. R. White Jr., arrived from Cleveland, Ohio, where he has been employed by the People's Drug Co., a Negro concern. He will remain with his parents all summer. The Elks Twin City Band Boat Excursion will be one of the treats of the season to the lovers of choice dance music. The Travellers Insurance Co., settled on June 6th the claim $2,088.56 of Frank Russell, the brother of Earnest Russell, who was injured about about July 16 on the Soo Line. Rev. H. P. Jones left on a vacation trip to the East. He will be away about 3 weeks. Rev. J. S. Strong will fill the pulpit during his absence. Rev. E. S. McDonald will leave Monday night for Philadelphia to attend the Worlds Baptist Alliance. Atty, W. T. Francis has been appointed as delegate. Rev. McDonald attended the last meeting of the Alliance, which was held in London in 1905, he being the only Negro delegate from New England. The Lodge room of the Gopher Lodge of Elks is being renovated since the fire last week, and if reports are true, they will have the best meeting place in the Northwest. The Ladies Quartette, under the direction of Mr. J. H. Hickman, Jr., have secured many dates, which assures director Hickman that he has collected some good material, as follows: 1st Soprano, Mrs. Mattie Campbell; 2nd Soprano, Miss Beatrice Jackson; 1st Alto, Mrs. W. D. Carter; 2nd Alto, Mrs. S. E. Hall. Mrs. Lee Turpin, and Lee Turpin, Jr., are at home, 256 W. Third St., and the christening is looked forward by Mr. Turpin's many friends. Mother and baby are doing well. Mr. Dan'l L. Jones, brother in law of Mr. Curtis Raymond is now connected with latter in the management of the Newport Restaurant at 378 Minnesota St. Mr. J. B. Johnson, who has been quite ill, is improving. Leave your subscription with Mrs. Marguerite L. Wright, Room 27 Union Block, St. Paul. St. James A. M. E. Church, Rev. H. P. Jones, Pastor, Cor. Jay and Fuller Sts. All are welcome. How do you know it? I saw it in the Star. Well! it is so—That's all. NEW BUILDING WILL COST $30,000 The United Brothers of Friendship and the Sisters of the Mysterious Ten at Lexington, Ky. are enlarging their hall by an addition which will cost $30,000. The new officers of Pioneer Lodge No. 1, F. and A. M. are—W. T. Frances, W. M.; PryorS. W. Fred Gamble, J. W.; J. H. Charleston, Sec'y.; Walker Williams, Asst. Sec'y.; J. H. Dillingham, Wm. Benjamin and A. J. Roberts, Trustees. St. Paul will have a Postal Bank on July 1st. Mr. William Miller of Seattle is in the city. His mother and sister, Miss Hallie Miller is expected to become residents of St. Paul very soon. An informal luncheon by the Afro-American Club will be given at the home of Mrs. J. A. Birdeaux, June 15. Admission Free. The American Dye House has filed articles of incorporation with a capital of $10,000. Mr. Owen Howell is the Secy. and Treasurer. The Cosmopolitan Insurance Co., is now the United Business Men's Accident Association with headquarters in Minneapolis. Mesdames Carrie Mills, Jessie Bond and Minnie Robinson are on the sick list. Six men from Montreal have come to work on the Observation cars of the C. P. Ry., viz: Messrs. Pugh Nash, Sykes Dudley, Lowe Green, and Holt. Mrs. J. Rhodes and Mrs. Rose Russell, of Lethbridge, Canada, returned home from their visit to Chicago. They spent several days in the Twin Cities and were the guests of the Porters' and Waiters' Hotel, St. Paul. They expressed themselves as having greatly enjoyed the trip and the hospitality of their friends. Mr. W. C. Webster, 418 Charles St. entertained Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Johnson and Master Byron Hoxter of Chicago on Decoration Day. The party after visiting the cemetery enjoyed an auto ride, visiting the places of interest about the city. YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR * THIS, DON'T MISS IT. The Elks and Twin City Band will put on the Biggest and Best Boat Excursion on June 19th. Good music and a pleasant evening is assured. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of pleasure. Mrs. Henry Thompson, has some very desirable rooms, which she will rent to respectible parties. All modern conveniences, toilet, gas, and bath. These rooms are elegantly furnished, and are very conveniently located at 416 Carroll Ave. Phone, Dale 3977. One block from Rondo Street Line. Mr. Geo. Watkins, of the Porters' and Waiters' Hotel has purchased a 50 H. P. Touring Car, and has engaged the services of Clarence Thompson as chauffeur. Mr. and Mrs. John Slaughter and Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln Manley of Mill waukee, Mr. Henry (Teenan) Jones and Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Buckner of Chicago were in the city to attend the funeral of Mr. Scott Walker. Mrs. Chas. Saunders will spend several weeks in Seattle on the guest of Mrs. Stone, and Mrs. B. F. Tutt also will visit Portland as guest of Mrs. Charles Allen. A financial Rally is going on at St. James. Many are taking part, and have signed one of the pledges which are being circulated among the friends of the church for its financial support? The first Grand Ball of Feezanese Court No. 7 Daughters of Isis was held at Dletsch's Hall, Cor. Western Ave. and Thomas St. on Wednesday, June 8th. Admission 35 cents. FOR SALE. A Piano at a Sacrifice. A Grand Piano, good make, excellent condition, best bargain at best terms. For terms call or write G. W. Lunsford, 590 7th Ave. No. NEW SLEEPING CAR SUPER- INTENDENT. Mr. W. A. Forbes has been appointed Supt. of the Sleeping and Dining Car Dept. of the Great Northern Ry. He succeeds Mr. Geo. L. Bonney, who has resigned to reenter the hotel business. The employees are glad that Mr. Forbes has received the appointment, and are sorry that Mr. Bonney has resigned. They are men who have some consideration for the men beneath them. GRAND CONCERT RECITAL AMERICA'S CONCERT-BASSO. Minneapolisans especially invited. June 19, at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Messrs. Curtis Raymond and Earnest B. James, two well known musicians, will be heard with Prof. Johnson's Symphony Orchestra. Both are accomplished on several instruments. REFUSED TO SERVE A NEGRO. Rev. R. M. Toombs, was refused service in one of the Elgin Lunch Rooms, on Sunday afternoon. He was accompanied by one of the white officers of the church where he is pastor. The proprietor was arrested and the trial set for June 9th, which will be published later. GRADUATES OF THIS YEAR. Gone from the University of Minn. One from the Univ. of Minn. Mr. James Louis Titus, of Berea, Ky., the only Negro graduate of the University of Minnesota, receiving the degree of Bachelor of Pharmacy, Mr. Hiram Gibbs graduated from the South Side High School and Mr. St. Mathew Clark from the West Side High, both receiving high honors. Mrs. Geo. Barnett, 3421 Oakland Ave. entertained on Wednesday in honor of her house-guest, Mrs. Ethel Lucas of Portland, Ore. The evening was spent at whist. Those present were Dr. and Mrs. R. S. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Battle, Mr. and Mrs. Newcomb, Mr. and Mrs. M. O. Cannon, Mesdames J. E. Stewart, Britton, Donaldson, Grey and Thompson, Misses Letty Hays and Alice March- all, Messrs. R. Cannon, Chas. Neal Thoas, Scott and Chas. S. Smith. The first prize was won by Mr. and Mrs. Anderson, (a large fruit plate, showing scenes of the Twin Cities), which was presented by the winners to the guest of honor. Mrs. Lucas, as a token of remembrance, Dr. Brown made the presentation. The suggestive booby prize, a bottle of "catch-up," was won by Mr. M. O. Cannon, Miss Wilmer, the little daughter of Mrs. Lucas enjoyed the evening as did the entire party. After the game refreshments were served, and the merry party left bidding the guest of honor a pleasant trip and thanking their host for this pleasant evening. Miss Alice Marshall chaperoned the affair very creditably. MRS. WHITE'S MARRIAGE ANNI VERSARY On Wednesday, May 31st the home of Mrs. Arthur White, 2832 5th Ave, was the scene of a brilliant affair. The occasion being the 7th anniversary of her marriage. The house was beautifully decorated in pink crepe with myriads of butterflies of all sizes, with wings extended, which seemed to be flying and climbing everywhere. The charming little hostess entertained the Unique Industrial Club and their friends. The honor guest being Mrs. Dr. Lucas of Portland, Ore, who is visiting Mrs. Geo. Barnett on Oakland Ave. Five tables of whist were played on the spacious porch and the prizes which were beautifully decorated gifts of china, the handy work of the hostess, were won by Mrs. Wright, Mrs. Wise of St. Paul and Mrs. Z. Johnson respectively. The guest of honor was not forgotten for the hostess had prepared for her a handsomely decorated souvenir spoon, tied with a bow of silk ribbon. The hostess was the recipient of many beautiful gifts Dainty and guests reluctantly departed for their homes honestly declaring that they in abundance and at a late hour the toothsome refreshments were served had never spent a pleasanter afternoon. DEATH OF SCOTT R. WALKER. The funeral of Scott R. Walker, aged 51 years departed this life on May 29—was held at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Rev. W. D. Carter officiated assisted by Rev. E. S. McDonald. The services were impressive. The pall bearers were Rev. J. R. White, Walter G. Root and Phil E. Reid, representing the Elks, and Lee Turpin, Lincoln Overall and Noah C. Campbell representing the Knights of Pythias. The casket was of solid oak, and was laden with floral tributes. Lyles, the popular undertaker, conducted the funeral. Interment at Calvary Cemetery. STATE FEDERATION CONVENTION. The Seventh Annual Session of the Afro-American Women's State Federation of Minnesota will be held in Minneapolis on June 28th and 29th. ective Page VOL. I Single Copies 5 Cents BUY THE STAR AT FORAKER'S. Mr. M. C. Rutledge, the proprietor of Foraker's Cafe, has on sale all the leading Negro Magazines and Periodicals. He Intends to carry a full line of Race News from everywhere. At a meeting of the Minneapolis Sunday Forum held at eBthesda Baptist church on Sunday the following officers were installed: Pres. Dr. R. S. Brown, V. Pres. R. C. McCullough, Sec'y, Miss Lettie Hays, Asst. Sec'y, Miss Grace Smith, Treas. M. W. Withers, Jr., Journalist, Mrs. R. S. Brown, Critic, W. M. Smith, Organist, Miss Mildred Shull, Chorister, B. Franklin Bullock, Chaplain — Sequano, Ushers, Geo. Hall, Jas. Coombs, Chairman Social Committee, Chas. Neal. Pres. Brown addressed the Forum, thanking them for the honor conferred upon him and promised to do what he could for the welfare of the organization, each officer in turn responded briefly when called upon—eact advocating attendance, punctuality, and unity of effort. MINNEAPOLIS Negro Fireman Pensioned. Retiree After Long Service—Friends Send Many Presents. After answering fire alarms and fighting fires for twenty-three years, Mr. John Cheatam, 53 years old, a negro known far and wide through his fire district, will retire tonight on a pension of $40 a month and will JOHN CHEATAM. exchange the stress of fire duty for the peaceful vocation of a church sexton. Friends from all around, 200 strong, more than half of them white persons, flocked on May 30 to the house of Engine company No. 24, on Minnehaha avenue, where Mr. Cheatam has been holding forth as driver of Chemical company No. 7. They brought him meerchaum pipes, good cigars and tobacco, and all sorts of other gifts, and they called him "John" when they presented the mementoes. The colored fire department members clubbed together and presented him with a Masonic charm, and altogether Mr. Cheatam says it was about the most pleasant evening he ever spent. Mr. Cheatam, who lives at 3020 Twentieth avenue S., was appointed to the fire department May 14, 1888, and has served as driver, pipeman, lieutenant and captain. His pension comes from the Firemen's association, and his job as sexton will be at the Central Baptist church, Fourth avenue S. and Grant street. He is highly respected by the members of his race, and owns his home. The Star is glad to know that our daily papers have given him due credit, and we feel that we are honored to have in our city such a good race representative who has made a clean record in public service, and who has received his well-earned reward. A WAY TO SAVE $1,000. A WAY TO SAVE $1,000. There is no better way to save a $1,000 for old age than by taking out an endowment policy in The Penn Mutual Life Ins. Co. S. A. Stockwell, Gen. Agt. Phones: 304-5 Andrus Bldg., N. W. Nic. 1304 Minneapolis. Mr. Robt. L. Boone of Northfield, Minn., spent Sunday at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. M. O. Cannon. Mrs. Ethel Lucas, (Medley) the wife of Dr. Lucus of Portland, and her little daughter, Wilmar, left Thursday via the East Soo for Montreal to visit her relatives. Mr. William M. Garrett, 1023 So. 4th Ave. has opened his real estate office, and will continue as proprietor of the Vasso Cleaners. Mr. Garrett is the Manager of the Twin City Star, and will be pleased to meet any one having any business connection with this publication. Managers' office—1023 4th Ave. So. Phone N. W. Main 183. Phone N. W. Main 183. Publisher's address—1419 Wash. Ave. So. Phone T. S. 2520. TAX-PAYERS ATTENTION. All Negro property owners and taxpayers are requested to send their names to The Twin City Star, 1419 Washington Ave. So., for publication in our Civic Celebration Edition. Let us begin now. It costs you nothing. We are glad to publish the news of the real estate investors. They are the people who are the real representatives of the best element of the race. Property buyers are the desirables at this time. Segregation may not be far away. Help this publication by paying your subscription. We intend to carry only bona-fide subscribers on our lists. BETHE5DA BAPSTEIN CHURCH. 1120 8th St. So. Rev. T. J. Carter, Pastor. Morning sub.: "The Cradle on the Waters." Eve. 8 o'clock, sub.: "Means of Sanctification." INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS. Memorial Services. Memorial services were held in honor of all the deceased members of the Forum which were very impressive. Prayer by Rev. J. L. Wharton. Singing by the Forum, Remarks by Osa A. Lawrence, Eulogy Miss Beulah Corneal by Chas. S. Smith, Eulogy, Mr. Harvey Burke, by John S. Wright. The next meeting will be the 1st Sunday in July, at St. Peter's church. The Forum will meet only once a month during summer—First Sundays of each month. July 2nd St. Peter's A. M. E. Church. Aug. 6th, Bethesda A. M. E. Church. Sept. 3, St. Peter's A. M. E. Church. Dr. R. S. Brown Press. Mrs. A. Anthony, who has been living in Gilbert, Minn., returned to the city on Monday, and will spend a few days before leaving for Chicago. The Knights are going to Indianapolis this summer to the Encampment. WANTED:—Back number copies of issue of July 28, Sept. 1st and 9th 1910 of the Twin City Star. Miss Helen Washington, 1104 4th Ave. No., has recovered from a severe attack of Typhoid under the care of Dr. Brown. Rev. R. M. Toombs having finished a course of study in Real Estate has been awarded his diploma, and has been recently appointed as special agent of the International Realty Corporation, representing their interest in real estate, insurance and brokerage. Subscribe for the Star. Larson, the photographer has moved from Seven Corners to 313 Washington Ave. So. Dr. Redd has moved into his new location, where he will receive his patients. Office phone, Nic. 1963. Residence, South 930. Mr. Jas. E. Carter of Des Moines is building up a good trade at Tyler Bros. He has met many old friends, and his workmanship has secured him many customers. Did you try him. ALL ARE INVITED. THE DICKERSON CAFE SPECIAL DINNER, 25c. Daily From 3:30 to 7 P. M. 208 Hennepin Ave. Minn. Mr. Wilbur Jackson it not authorized to solicit ads and subscriptions for the Twin City Star.—Editor. WEAR FLORSHEIM SHOES' 2 stores Minneapolis St. Paul Duluth FOR RENT—Nicely furnished rooms for gentleman who would like nice quiet place in private family. Phone T. S. Grove 1112. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION. Neatly furnished rooms, all modern conveniences, good location, Mrs. J. B. Glover, 1809 5th Ave. So. Minneapolis. Mrs. Wm. C. Jefries, who has been very ill is recovering. Mr. Jno. L. McHie, is sick at 1208 W. Franklin St. The Ladies' Club gave an entertainment at the residence of Dr. R. S. Brown, in honor of Mrs. Ethel Lucus, who won the first prize at which Many friends attended. The doctor claims the honor of assisting her in winning. After the game refreshments were served. Mr. C. B. Hosmer, of Tuskegee won the booby. Mr. Cooper Lewis, has moved to 324 East Lake St. Mr. Henry Moseley, who was for many years the owner of the Jassamine Club left last week for New York City. Before leaving he was given a banquet by many of his friends. Mr. Chas. Hardin, will move into his newly built residence in 1710 6th Ave. No. about June 15th, and the house-warming, to which many are invited, will be a large evening. Jack Johnson, will coronate wearing a monocle and the swellest clothes. He takes with him the title of Champion Pugilist of the world, having been coronated as King of Pugilists af Reno, Menelick was the ranking ruler at the coronation of King Edward and Champion Jack will rank as the master of the makers of that game of manly art, which has been long fostered by the English people. Mr. Geo. Smith, 2826 Chicago Ave. a well known hotel employee, has been unable to work for several weeks on account of rheumatism. Police officer James Hardin returned from Omaha on Wednesday where he spent his vacation. Attys. B. S. Smith and W. R. Morris and Messrs. Ralph Watson, Fred Cunningham, Howard Phillips, Clarence W. King and our friend "Sandwich Jack" are the Isaac Walton's who are telling about their catches, and fish stories are now really interesting. Mr. Jas. A. Dover has been on the sick list, but is better. Albert Young, R. B. Porter, — Green and — Hardy, dining car waiters, were killed in the wreck on the first trip of the Columbian, the new steel train of the Milwaukee Ry on May 29th, leaving Tacoma, Wash. The Order of Eastern Star held their Annual Thanksgiving sermon last Sunday afternoon at Pilgrim Baptist Church. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. Anchor Hilyard Lodge of Masons met June 6, and elected the following officers, who will be installed at next meeting, June 20th: M. W. Judy, W. M.; Geo. Johnson, S. W.; E. B. James, J. W.; Zach Johnson, Treas.; Dr. R. S. Brown, Sec'y.; Willis Colter, S. D.; Maurice G. Rutledge, J. D.; Horace Carlisle, Chaplain, Jno. Cheatham, S. S.; G. Fred Hyatt, J. S.; Geo. W. Brown, Marshall; L. J. Allen, Tyler. The Amor Chapter and St. James Commandery will meet Sunday, June 11th at Anchor Hilyard Hall at 1 P. M. Fifty Years of Freedom, a drama, under the auspices of the Afro-American Women's Clubs was a success, Mrs. Sellars and Mr. Nelson appeared in the leading roles. Mesdames Mary Anderson and Janoda Jackson have opened the Cottage Inn, at 453 Rondo St., St. Paul. Pioneer Lodge of Masons No. 1 of St. Paul closed a deal for a brick dwelling on Rondo St. for $6,250. Go to Utley's Barber Shop for your Tonsoral work.—"Your Bath"—and your "Twin City Star." DR. J. H. REDD 111 So. 6th Street. WELL KNOWN CLUBMAN DEAD. Mr. Edw. Durant, the well-known manager of the Utopia Club in Mon- treal died last week. Mr. Durant has been sick for a long time, and had just returned from a trip to Cuba for his health. ADVERTISE—IT HELPS. ST. PAUL MASONIC ANNUAL SERMON. Perfect Ashlar Lodge No. 4, and Pioneer Lodge No. 1, F and A. M., Anchor Hillyard Lodge No. 2, Mpls. are arranging an interesting program for their annual services on June 25th. The Social and Literary Society of Pilgrim Baptist Church was entertained by Mrs. J. W. Cleary at 661 Central Ave., on Monday, June 5th. Special musical programme. Admission free. Refreshments served. The programe rendered under the auspices of Master Robert Strong Before the Men's Sunday Club at St. James A. M. E. Church last Sunday will be repeated on June 18th. Owing to the inclementity of the weather many were unable to attend, but those present enjoyed an interesting afternoon. GRAND VOCAL RECITAL. Greatest Negro Concert-Basso Will Sing at Pilgrim Baptist Church Sing at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Prof. A. E. Greenlaw, one of the noted singers of our race, will give a concert recital on June 19, 1911 at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Prof. Greenlaw is the Leader and soloist of the First Baptist church (white) of Regina, Alba., at a salary of $1,000 per year. He received his vocal training at Fisk University. Do not miss this opportunity to hear one of the celebrated singers of our race. Admission 25 cents. Gopher Lodge of Elks of St. Paul will send a delegate to the Boston Convention next August. Mr. J. R. White Jr., arrived from Cleveland, Ohio, where he has been employed by the People's Drug Co., a Negro concern. He will remain with his parents all summer. The Elks Twin City Band Boat Excursion will be one of the treats of the season to the lovers of choice dance music. The Travellers Insurance Co., settled on June 6th the claim $2,088.56 of Frank Russell, the brother of Earnest Russell, who was injured about about July 16 on the Soo Line. Rev. H. P. Jones left on a vacation trip to the East. He will be away about 3 weeks. Rev. J. S. Strong will fill the pulpit during his absence. Rev. E. S. McDonald will leave Monday night for Philadelphia to attend the Worlds Baptist Alliance. Atty. W. T. Francis has been appointed as delegate. Rev. McDonald attended the last meeting of the Alliance, which was held in London in 1905, he being the only Negro delegate from New England. The Lodge room of the Gopher Lodge of Elks is being renovated since the fire last week, and if reports are true, they will have the best meeting place in the Northwest. The Ladies Quartette, under the direction of Mr. J. H. Hickman, Jr., have secured many dates, which assures director Hickman that he has collected some good material, as follows: 1st Soprano, Mrs. Mattle Campbell; 2nd Soprano, Miss Beatrice Jackson; 1st Alto, Mrs. W. D. Carter; 2nd Alto, Mrs. S. E. Hall. Mrs. Lee Turpin, and Lee Turpin, Jr., are at home, 256 W. Third St., and the christening is looked forward by Mr. Turpin's many friends. Mother and baby are doing well. Mr. Dan'l L. Jones, brother in law of Mr. Curtis Raymond is now connected with latter in the management of the Newport Restaurant at 378 Minnesota St. Mr. J. B. Johnson, who has been quite ill, is improving. Leave your subscription with Mrs. Marguerite L. Wright, Room 27 Union Block, St. Paul. St. James A. M. E. Church, Rev. H. P. Jones, Pastor, Cor. Jay and Fuller Sts. All are welcome. How do you know it? I saw it in the Star. Well! It is so—That's all. NEW BUILDING WILL COST $30,000 The United Brothers of Friendship and the Sisters of the Mysterious Ten at Lexington, Ky. are enlarging their hall by an addition which will cost $30,000. ELECTION OF OFFICERS. The new officers of Pioneer Lodge No. 1, F. and A. M. are—W. T. Frances, W. M.; Pryors S. W. Fred Gamble, J. W.; J. H. Charleston, Sec'y.; Walker Williams, Asst. Sec'y.; J. H. Dillingham, Wm. Benjamin and A. J. Roberts, Trustees. St. Paul will have a Postal Bank on July 1st. Mr. William Miller of Seattle is in the city. His mother and sister, Miss Hallie Miller is expected to become residents of St. Paul very soon. An informal luncheon by the Afro-American Club will be given at the home of Mrs. J. A. Birdeaux, June 15. Admission Free. The American Dye House has filed articles of incorporation with a capital of $10,000. Mr. Owen Howell is the Secy. and Treasurer. The Cosmopolitan Insurance Co., is now the United Business Men's Accident Association with headquarters in Minneapolis. Mesdames Carrie Mills, Jessie Bond and Minnie Robinson are on the sick list. Six men from Montreal have come to work on the Observation cars of the C. P. Ry., viz: Messrs. Pugh Nash, Sykes Dudley, Lowe Green, and Holt. Mrs. J. Rhodes and Mrs. Rose Russell, of Lethbridge, Canada, returned home from their visit to Chicago. They spent several days in the Twin Cities and were the guests of the Porters' and Waiters' Hotel, St. Paul. They expressed themselves as having greatly enjoyed the trip and the hospitality of their friends. Mr. W. C. Webster, 418 Charles St. entertained Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Johnson and Master Byron Hoxter of Chicago on Decoration Day. The party after visiting the cemetery enjoyed an auto ride, visiting the places of interest about the city. YOU HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS, DON'T MISS IT. The Elks and Twin City Band will put on the Biggest and Best Boat Excursion on June 19th. Good music and a pleasant evening is assured. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of pleasure. Mrs. Henry Thompson, has some very desirable rooms, which she will rent to respectable parties. All modern conveniences, toilet, gas, and bath. These rooms are elegantly furnished, and are very conveniently located at 416 Carroll Ave. Phone, Dale 3977. One block from Roudo Street Line. Mr. Geo. Watkins, of the Porters' and Waiters' Hotel has purchased a 50 H. P. Touring Car, and has engaged the services of Clarence Thompson as chauffeur. Mr. and Mrs. John Slaughter and Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln Manley of Milwaukee, Mr. Henry (Teenan) Jones, and Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Buckner of Chicago were in the city to attend the funeral of Mr. Scott Walker. Mrs. Chas. Saunders will spend several weeks in Seattle as the guest of Mrs. Stone, and Mrs. B. F. Tutt, also will visit Portland as guest of Mrs. Charles Allen. A financial Rally is going on at St James. Many are taking part, and have signed one of the pledges which are being circulated among the friends of the church for its financial support? The first Grand Ball of Fezzanese Court No. 7 Daughters of Isis was held at Dietsch's Hall, Cor. Western Ave. and Thomas St. on Wednesday, June 8th. Admission 35 cents. FOR SALE. A Plano at a Sacrifice. A Grand Piano, good make, excellent condition, best bargain at best terms. For terms call or write G. W. Lunsford, 590 7th Ave. No. NEW SLEEPING CAR SUPER-INTENDENT. Mr. W. A. Forbes has been appointed Supt. of the Sleeping and Dining Car Dept. of the Great Northern Ry. He succeeds Mr. Geo. L. Bonney, who has resigned to reenter the hotel business. The employees are glad that Mr. Forbes has received the appointment, and are sorry that Mr. Bonney has resigned. They are men who have some consideration for the men beneath them. GRAND CONCERT RECITAL AMERICA'S CONCERT-BASSO. Minneapolisans especially invited. June 19, at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Messrs. Curtis Raymond and Earnest B. James, two well known musicians, will be heard with Prof. Johnson's Symphony Orchestra. Both are accomplished on several instruments. REFUSED TO SERVE A NEGRO. Rev. R. M. Toombs, was refused service in one of the Elgin Lunch Rooms, on Sunday afternoon. He was accompanied by one of the white officers of the church where he is pastor. The proprietor was arrested and the trial set for June 9th, which will be published later. GRADUATES OF THIS YEAR. FROM THE FIRST OF WINN One from the OUV. of MN. Mr. James Louis Titus, of Berea, Ky., the only Negro graduate of the University of Minnesota, receiving the degree of Bachelor of Pharmacy, Mr. Hiram Gibbs graduated from the South Side High School and Mr. St. Mathew Clark from the West Side High, both receiving high honors. Mrs. Geo. Barnett, 3421 Oakland Ave. entertained on Wednesday in honor of her house-guest, Mrs. Ethel Lucas of Portland, Ore. The evening was spent at whist. Those present were Dr. and Mrs. R. S. Brown, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Battle, Mr. and Mrs. Newcomb, Mr. and Mrs. M. O. Cannon, Mesdames J. E. Stewart, Britton, Donaldson, Grey and Thompson, Misses Letty Hays and Alice March- all, Messrs. R. Cannon, Chas. Neal Thos. Scott and Chas. S. Smith. The first prize was won by Mr. and Mrs. Anderson, (a large fruit plate, showing scenes of the Twin Cities), which was presented by the winners to the guest of honor. Mrs. Lucas, as a token of remembrance, Dr. Brown made the presentation. The suggestive booby prize, a bottle of "catch-up," was won by Mr. M. O. Cannon, Miss Wilmer, the little daughter of Mrs. Lucas enjoyed the evening as did the entire party. After the game refreshments were served, and the merry party left bidding the guest of honor a pleasant trip and thanking their host for this pleasant evening. Miss Alice Marshall chaperoned the affair very creditably. MRS. WHITE'S MARRIAGE ANNI- VERSARY. On Wednesday, May 31st the home of Mrs. Arthur White, 2832 5th Ave. was the scene of a brilliant affair. The occasion being the 7th anniversary of her marriage. The house was beautifully decorated in pink crepe with myriads of butterflys of all sizes, with wings extended, which seemed to be flying and climbing everywhere. The charming little hostess entertained the Unique Industrial Club and their friends. The honor guest being Mrs. Dr. Lucas of Portland, Ore., who is visiting Mrs. Geo. Barnett on Oakland Ave. Five tables of whist were played on the spacious porch and the prizes which were beautifully decorated gifts of china, the handy work of the hostess, were won by Mrs. Wright, Mrs. Wise of St. Paul and Mrs. Z. Johnson respectively. The guest of honor was not forgotten for the hostess had prepared for her a handsomely decorated souvenir spoon, tied with a bow of silk ribbon. The hostess was the recipient of many beautiful gifts Dainty and guests reluctantly departed for their homes honestly declaring that they in abundance and at a late hour the toothsome refreshments were served had never spent a pleasanter afternoon.. DEATH OF SCOTT R. WALKER. DEATH OF SCOTT R. WALKER The funeral of Scott R. Walker, aged 51 years departed this life on May 29—was held at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Rev. W. D. Carter officiated assisted by Rev. E. S. McDonald. The services were impressive. The pall bearers were Rev. J. R. White, Walter G. Root and Phil E. Reid, representing the Elks, and Lee Turpin, Lincoln Overall and Noah C. Campbell representing the Knights of Pythias. The casket was of solid oak, and was laden with floral tributes. Lyles, the popular undertaker, conducted the funeral. Interment at Calvary Cemetery. STATE FEDERATION CONVENTION The Seventh Annual Session of the Afro-American Women's State Federation of Minnesota will be held in Minneapolis on June 28th and 29th. 1023 Fourth Avenue South Minneapolis, Minn. Real Estate Rentals Insurance Loans * * * See our list of desirable property and secure a safe investment. GRAND VOCAL RECITAL Under the management of JOHN H. HICKMAN JR., AND DR. VAL-DO. TURNER. who will present PROF. A. E. GREENLAW GREATEST NEGRO CONCERT- BASSO. Pilgrim Baptist Church, St. Paul. MONDAY, JUNE 19th, 1911 ADMISSION 25 CENTS. Don't Forget the BIG BOAT EXCURSION THE STAG given by the ST. PAUL ELKS Gopher Lodge No. 105 and the Twin City Band MONDAY EVE., JUNE 19 BOAT LEAVES JACKSON WHARF AT 8:30 P. M. TICKETS 50 CTS MUSIC BY THE BAND [Picture of a man in a suit and bow tie]. THE TYLER BROS. Barber Shop and Pool Room A GOOD HAIR-CUT AND SHAVE. WHERE CAN I GET IT? GO TO 725 WASHINGTON AVE. SOUTH. POOL 2½c PER CUE. BILLIARDS 15c. The best pool-room in the city. WORDS OF APPRECIATION. Through the "Twin City Star" I wish to express my hearty appreciation of the cordial reception and entertainment accorded me in the Twin Cities during my visit in the interest of Tuskegee Institute for Negro people in Alabama. It is a real pleasure for me to say here that I have received a more hearty welcome in St. Paul and Minneapolis than I have received anywhere else so far, in the West. This is saying a good deal, but it is true. My people here feel very kindly towards Tuskegee Institute due especially to the fact, perhaps, that there are now three (3) young women from the Twin Cities who are engaged as teachers in our great School at Tuskegee. There are also two students (a male and a female) in Tuskegee from Minnesota. So when this is considered it is not surprising that the best people made it their business to receive and welcome Tuskegee's representative, notwithstanding the fact that he came as Booker T. Washington's first Ambassador to the great West. For all the delightful dinners, the sweet and delicious luncheons, party entertainments, whist-games, and kind and encouraging gifts I have received at the hands of my many friends I am exceedingly grateful. My visit has been especially pleasant, successful and profitable—and I am so glad I have had an opportunity to meet the people. Please remember that Tuskegee Institute and all reputable institutions of learning for Negro people in the South, where the majority of our people dwell and where there is more IGNORANCE than anywhere else in this country,—need more real genuine friends and American dollars in order not to be handicapped in their great work. It is not a question of "higher" or lower education—it is a question whether we shall educate in either direction more than two million young Negro men and women who are now densely ignorant. It is a question whether we shall make an effort to reach and up-lift these common masses or their descendants or stand idly by and let them grow up ignorant; and become vicious criminals, and heavy burdens of the State! Tuskegee and her 10 small branch schools, reaching more than 10,000 colored boys and girls every year, is trying to answer this important question in the affirmative. We should make all forms of education as common as the grass, os as ordinary as the food we eat each day. Help us then, to make friends everywhere for the cause which affects the "man farthest down" in our land. What we really need is less senseless agitation, and more common sense education—education for all the people! Miss Helen Scott, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Scott, 211 E. 6th St., Duluth, Minn. Miss Scott made quite a record in the Duluth schools including the High School and is returning from Washington, D. C., where she has been attending Howards University. She is 18 years of age and expects to graduate from that institution before her 20th birthday. Miss Scott is quite a favorite with A her associates, of both races in Duluth. She has many accomplishments, before matriculating at Howards University, she was organist of St. Mark's A. M. E. church at Duluth and taught a class in the Sunday school. Since residing in Washington. She has made many friends in this city and before returning home expects to visit the home of some of her newly made friends who reside in and near Washington. Miss Scott is a member of the Choir in connection with the University and is also secretary of the Commercial Club of that institution. The people of Duluth consider Miss Scott one of her favorite daughters and are very proud of her. She will publish the society news for the Twin City Star, immediately upon her arrival home to spend her vacation. Atty. Chas. W. Scratchins and wife of Bemidji, Minn., visited Duluth on May 28, 29. Mr. Scratchin was on legal business, at the Supreme Court. While in Duluth he took degrees in Ruth Lodge No. 3856 G. U. O. O. F., and met many old friends and made many acquaintances. They were the guests of Atty. J. Louis Ervin and wife. TWIN CITY STAR Lo, soul, seest thou not God's purpose? The earth to be spanned, connected by network, The people to become brothers and sisters, The races neighbors, to marry and be given in marriage. The oceans to be crossed, the distant brought near. ST. PETERS A. M. E. CHURCH, 223 St. between 9th and 10th Aves. Services every Sunday 10:30 a.m. m and 8:00 p.m. sunday at 12:30. Rev. F. M. Lewis, Pastor. ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH, 215 Eighth Ave. So. Sunday services at 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Sunday School at 1 p.m. Rev. J. Wharton, Pastor. BETHEDA BAPTIST CHURCH, 1190 Eighth Street So. Presaching every Sunday morning and evening. Rev. T. J. Carter, Pastor. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH, 6th Avenue N. and 4th St. Services morning and evening each Sunday. Rev. M. W. Withers, Pastor. Minneapolis—"The City of Waters." Invites You to its Illuminations and Decorations "Sane Fourth of July." NORTHERN PACIFIC'S NORTH COAST LIMITED HAS NEW OBSERVATION CARS. The Northern Pacific's crack train, the North Coast Limited, starting Sunday, May 21st, was equipped with new observation cars just received from the builders. These cars are of special type original with the Northern Pacific, embracing two compartment smoking rooms and barber shop, bath room, library observation parlor and recessed platform. These cars are very popular with women passengers, and the writing desk in one corner of the observation parlor is equipped with special embossed stationery of dainty design for patron's use. Afternoon tea is served upon request, and a new library of 100 volumes of fiction, history, biography and travel, together with the current magazines, serve to pleasantly fill the idle hours. The entire train is electric lighted, and the North Coast Limited was the first train in the West to carry sleeping cars with electric lights in upper berth, a feature which makes it very popular with transcontinental travelers. MINNESOTA'S CHOICE For Minister to Hayti The St. Paul Dispatch of last month contained the statement that Attorney W. T. Francis, of St. Paul had made application for appointment to succeed Mr. Furniss as Minister to Hayti. We noticed in an interview in the Pioneer Press of Tuesday that Mr. Francis denies that he is an applicant and states that if his name has been mentioned it was done by friends in the East and without his knowledge. When interviewed by the Star and in reply to the question "If the appointment was tendered would you accept it?" Mr. Francis said he most certainly would. The Star is of the opinion that this part of the West is entitled to some representation in the way of Federal appointments and knows of no man who would more fittingly represent his people with honor and credit and give better satisfaction than W. T. Francis. If his friends are working for his appointment the wish of the Star is: More power to their efforts. THE DICKERSON CAFE 208 Hennepin Ave. Minn. MUSIC EVERY EVENING From 8 P. M. to 12. M. BENNER-ADAMS. A Pretty Wedding. The residence of Mr. and Mrs. Horton Adams of Fargo, N. D., on May 24th, at 8 P. M. was the scene of a beautiful wedding, when their daughter Miss Mattie Adams was joined in the holy bonds of matrimony to Mr. Cornellus Benner, by Rev. J. W. Stewart. After the ceremonies were over the "newly weds" boarded the 10:50 P. M. train to St. Paul and are now residing with Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Taylor. 449 Western Ave. St. Paul, where they will be at home to their many friends. IT PAYS TO ADVERTISE. We claim to be the best advertising medium of the Twin Cities, and when you're not advertised in the Twin City Star, you need not show—that's all. Because the people read the Star for the news, especially in Minneapolis. The day of the Town Crier is past. Be up-to-date, Advertise and Pay for it. A newspaper is the best medium. It reaches the homes and firesides of people who attend public entertainments. These people never go out and loiter around and read hand-bills and hang-up notices. They read the Twin City Star. Dr. Redd has moved to 111 6th Street So., second floor. CHURCHE8. Monday, July 3—MINNEAPOLIS DAY—Prize drills, band tourn ment, uniformed fraternal orders parade. Tuesday, July 4—SANE FOURTH DAY—Military parade and firew orks. Wednesday, July 5 — AQUATIC DAY—Water fete and pageant. Thursday, July 6 — HISTORIC PAGEANT DAY—Tableaux vivants at Loring Park. Friday, July 7—MINNESOTA DAY —Industrial parade. Saturday, July 8. — CHILDREN'S DAY—Float parade and demon struction. $100,000 to be spent in entertaining and amusing 500,000 people. Minneapolis flower be decked extends a welcome to the world. Hospitality without limit. COME! WHERE TO TRADE. The Honest merchant is a Successful merchant; the Successful merchant Knows the Advantage of Advertising what he has for sale. Stores and business places advertising in THE TWIN CITY STAR are the best places at which to spend your money and get your money's worth. We therefore recommend to the trading public those business places carrying an Ad. in THE TWIN CITY STAR. SPECIAL NOTICE. We have on our list of subscribers many of the best people of the Twin Cities, who have ordered this publication, and received it, without paying anything for its support. We ask that you send in your subscription. TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS. Many have received it since its first issue who had no faith in this enterprise. We have delivered the goods, and you are morally obligated to pay your debts. You have the right to refuse this paper, and return it, but if you accept it, you should pay for Church notices are published free, but notices for entertainments, where an admission fee is charged, must be paid for at the regular rates. All subscriptions are invariably due in advance. No subscription taken for a less period than three months. Foraker's Cafe is open all night. Best service at all times—adv. COUNCILMAN CUMMINGS RE-ELECTED. Attorney Harry S. Cummings, a Negro, republican, was recently re-elected a member of the City Council of Baltimore, Md. He received a larger majority than any of the few Republicans elected to the city's law-making body. REAL HOME COOKING. You will get it at 461 Robert St., St. Paul. SPECIAL SUNDAY DINNER 35c Ice Cream Parlor in Connection. MISS M. J. HICKS, PROP. THE SPIRELLA CORSET. Miss Cora E. Anderson, 365 Aurora Ave., St. Paul, is the local agent for the Spirella Corset, worn by the best gowned women. MRS. HINSON HAS MOVED. The St. Louis Kitchen is now located at 138 E. Third St., St. Paul, over the People's Barber Shop. Better location and more convenient to all of her patrons. Remember this and tell others about it. PORTERS' AND WAITERS' HOTEL. Railroad men will find it convenient to visit the Porters' and Walters' Hotel, 319 Wabasha St., St. Paul. Its appointments are first class and the management has proven that they are "up to date." Pool and Billard Room, Reading Room.—Café in Connection. Carl D. Pickett and George Watkins Managers. CRESCENT CREAMERY BUTTER IS THE BEST. ORDER YOUR ICES AND ICE CREAM FROM THE The Star is Still Shining. FOR CASH OR ON EASY TERMS OF PAYMENT BOUTELL BROS. First Avenue So. and Fifth Street JOHN B. HARRIS SYLVESTER W. OLIVER. Working Men's Social Club OLIVER BROS., Managers PHONE: Nicollet 9506 206 So. Second St. Minneapolis, Minn. 100 CORRECT SHOES FOR MEN KELLERS SHOE STORE. 13 Washington Ave. So. Everything in high and low shoes. Black and Tan Oxfords, in Buttons and Blutchers. A complete line of summer shoes at moderate prices. GEO. S. KELLER, PROP. Nicollet Hotel Store. Commercial Tonsorial Parlors FIRST CLASS IN EVERY PARTICULAR Electric Massage, Hot and Cold Baths, Porcelain Bath Tubs, Handsome Reception Room. Artists in Full White Uniform. 94 East Fifth Street ST. PAUL, MINN. TEL. CEBAR 3330 W. J. UTLEY & CO. PROPRIETORS Get Your Money's Worth 'SIDNEY DILLON' 5c CIGAR A PERFECT SMOKE Geo. R. Newell & Co., Distributors Mme. L. C. Parrish Hair Culturing, Manicuring, and Scalp Treatment W. E. H. MME. L. C. PARRISH, 95 Camden St., Boston, Mass. Mention this paper when you write. SMOKE THE BEST Sight Draft 5C CIGAR W. S CONRAD CO., Distributors 408 NICOLLET AVENUE HEGENER. 207 Niccolat TRY ON PENNANT RASOR. PRICE $2.00 RACH. Full Line of Table Quitery, Carventry, Matureure Stores and cedar, Peanut Cutlery and Polish Adjutant. OUTLERY GRINDING. ADVERTISE IN THE STAR. POPULAR PRICED SHOE REPAIRING WE FIX 'EM WHILE YOU WAIT Men's Sewed Soles.....75c Ladies " ".....65c Men's Nailed ".....50 and 66c Rubber Heels, ".....48q Ladies and Boys' nailed soles.....40c SEVEN CORNERS SHOE REPAIR SHOP 1424 WASHINGTON AVENUE SOUTH HOTEL CHASE. 1322 Washington Av. 8. N. W. Phone Nicollet 9854. Neatly furnished rooms. Special service given to railroad men and the traveling public. Modern conven- lences. Easily reached from any point in the city. CHAS. S. CHASE, Prop. Peterson, The Druggist 1501 Washington Ave. So. TOILET ARTICLES, DRUGS, PRESCRIPTIONS. He Solicits Your Patronage. High Grade Work Moderate Prices Phone T. S. Center 4085. H. Larson Photo Studio 313 Washington Ave. So. My Work for the Colored People has Always Given Satisfaction. Southern Theatre SevenCorners 15th and Washington Avenues So. Refined Vaudeville Moving Picture Shows Continous Performance Admission 10 Cents WANTED. Reliable, live, honest, hustling agents for the Twin City Star. You can make a good living with this work as a side line. Agents wanted in Milwaukee, Chicago, Omaha, Kansas City, Portland, Ore., Seattle, Denver, Des Moines and Sloux City. Write for terms to The Twin City Star, Minneapolis, Minn. Defective Pag fective Page TRUE REFORMERS RENEW LICENSE Grand Master A. W. Holmes Has Placed the Organization In Position to Regain Much of Its Former Prestige. Management of Old Regime to Be Made Known to the Order. By GEORGE FRANCIS KING. Richmond, Va.—The True Reformers have again been given a chance to fully rehabilitate by the insurance commissioner of this state renewing the license of the organization to do business. There is rejoicing in every state where there is a fountain. After a strenuous period, which revealed the loyalty of the members of the organizations throughout the brotherhood and the splendid spirit of the white people, especially of Virginia, to A. B. GRAND MASTER A. W. HOLMES. help the fraternity to "come back," the order will undoubtedly cause a new phase of management of affairs which have made it the cynosure of the conservative element of the race and the business world. Accepting the stupendous task of adjusting the business of the organization to the extent that it would survive the deplorable mismanagement of the past and, finally, through the assistance of thousands of members and W. P. Burrell, who is a recognized authority on insurance matters among our own people, Grand Master A. W. Holmes has ultimately restored the organization to the position where there is a chance of placing it on the same business basis. A number of the members of the board of directors are for the revealing of the entire transactions of the officials of the old regime, and they will not let up until the people shall know everything. Concerning the disposition of said officials now in office, Mr. Holmes, when interviewed by a representative of the press in part said: "I am determined to purge the order of all uncleanliness and will not cease until the people will be given the true status of affairs and their every interest protected. "New members can now be taken in, and a dispensation of $3 has been granted to former members. The office force has struggled valiantly and raised over $1,200 on account of the redemption fund." The following editorial from the News-Leader, Richmond's popular afternoon paper, is interesting. It says: "We very sincerely congratulate the True Reformers on the renewal of their license to do business by the insurance department of the state. The zeal, energy and self sacrifice of the Negroes in rehabilitating their great institution is deserving of all praise and commendation. The definite destruction and ruin of this great Negro organization would have been a terrible blow to the race and the prestige of the race. For years this order has been pointed to as an evidence of the Negro's capacity to build, to construct and to achieve. It has rendered an immense service to the race. "There is much that it can do in the future. The spirit with which their people have come to their assistance and enabled the order to survive the calamitous misfortunes which had seemed to have overwhelmed it gives promise not only of the order's survival, but assurance that, chastened by adversity, it will go forward and perform still greater things for its people and enjoy still wider respect and consideration." Ambassador Bryce Conscientious. Ambassador James Bryce of Great Britain in a recent address to the members of the Y. M. C. A. in Washington is quoted as having said in the course of his speech: "Our progenitors did your progenitors a grave injustice in bringing them into this country in a state of servitude, and it is our duty to do all in our power to make up for this injustice." He was accompanied by Mrs. Bryce. As he entered and left the hall the audience arose while the band played "God Save the King." MARS LODGE NO. 2202 G. U. O. O. F TWENTY-NINTH ANNIVERSARY AND MAX FESTIVAL The twenty-ninth anniversary of Mars Lodge was held at Bowly Hall on Monday, May 29 and was fairly attended. Those present were able to hear the history of the Lodge, which is most interesting and remarkable, from one of its five charter members—Sergt. Z. W. Pope, U. S. A., who is the only living charter member of Mars Lodge. There were at Fort Randall, N. D. 29 years ago, when the 25th Inf. was stationed there, only five Odd Fellows from five different states, who organized a Lodge—under peculiar circumstances, and named it after Mars, the god of war.—Later they received a dispensation and charter and held their meetings in one of the dug-outs used in the Indian Campaign. In 1885 when the regiment was removed to Fort Snelling, many of the residents of St. Paul joined this Lodge, and the members from the fort walked through heavy snow to attend its meetings. This Lodge has the distinction of being the first Lodge that was set up West of the Mississippi, and out of which many others have grown. Sergt't Pope was the guest of honor at this anniversary, and the members of Mars Lodge are proud to have among them a man of such honorable distinction. A paper, read by Mrs. Nellie Taylor, of the Household of Ruth, was especially commendable, giving a brief sketch of the life of Ruth, and the work of the women of the order. Mr. Fred D. Parker, chairman, introduced the speakers, and Atty's McGhee and Francis delivered brief addresses. Refreshments were served, and dancing was kept up till 1 A. M., when the twenty-ninth anniversary of Mars Lodge became history, after the strains of Home sweet home had died away. YOU CAN MAKE MONEY. We desire the services of a responsible woman to collect for this paper in the Twin Cities. Good commission to right person. Write to Twin City Star, Minneapolis, Minn. A. B. DR. MILTON W. JUDY. Worthy Master of Anchor Hilyard Lodge, and our only Negro Dentist. CRISPUS ATTUCKS. "Where shall we look for hero, Or, where shall we find a story." The above lines are from the poem entitled, "Crispus Attucks," the first to die for American Independence. He was a negro of Revolutionary days and was killed in State St., Boston, with Maverick Caldwell Carr and Gray (supposed to be Irish-American patriots). He struck the first blow for American Independence, and while leading his faithful few followers on that memorial day, March 5, 1770 was killed by the British soldiers. In Boston an inscription marks thespot where he fell, and a monument on Boston Common immortalizes his dying effort. Yet today he is unknown to that "class of legislators" who seek to take away the Negro's rights,—to that set of savages of the Southland, who celebrate the 4th of July, without regard for law or order, by lynching negroes—to that element of lawless immigrants, who think that a negro has no right in this country, and should not enjoy its privileges. He struck a blow, and died for this country's freedom. His death was avenged by Peter Salem, who shot Maj. Pitcairn at Bunker Hill. Should you visit the historic battlefields of the Revolution, Lexington, Concord and Bunker Hill, you will find that the "Ride of Paul Revere," "The Old South Church," the "Cradle of Liberty" and Bunker Hill Monument are hallowed as memorials to the patriots of the Revolution, and that Attuck's name is more honored than all. He was the cause of the firing of the shot that was heard around the world." Editorial July 7, 1910. WAITERS SET A STANDARD. The public waiters of St. Paul have organized, and have informed the hotel managers that they have set a standard price for their services for banquets. TWIN CITY STAR SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson XI.—Second Quarter, For June 11, 1911. THE INTERNATIONAL SERIES Text of the Lesson, II Chron. xxx, 18-27—Memory Verses, 18-20—Golden Text, I Sam. xvi, 7—Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. This Hezekiah, whose name signifies "the strength of Jehovah," was one of the best kings that reigned over the kingdom of Judah. In the sixth year of his reign the king of Assyria carved the ten tribes into captivity, as we shall learn more fully in next week's lesson (II Kings xix, 10-12). The king of Assyria threatened to do Judah as he had done to Israel and wrote a blasphemous letter which Hezekiah spread before the Lord, and he and the prophet Isaiah prayed and cried to heaven, and the Lord sent an angel who smote in one night 185,000 of the Assyrian army (II Kings xix, 85; II Chron. xxxii, 19-21). Ahaz, the father of Hezekiah, had done very wickedly. He worshiped other gods, cut in pieces the vessels of the house of God, shut up the doors of the house of the Lord and made him altars in every corner of Jerusalem and in the cities of Judah. Therefore the Lord did bring Judah low because of him (II Chron. xxviii, 19-25). Hezekiah in the first month of the first year of his reign opened the doors of the house of the Lord and repaired them and set the priests and Levites at work to cleanse the temple, which they did in sixteen days. Then they offered sin offerings unto the Lord for all Israel, and burnt offerings, and thank offerings, and worshiped the Lord with gladness. "So the service of the house of the Lord was set in order, and Hezekiah rejoiced, and all the people, that God had prepared the people, for the thing was done suddenly" (chapter xxix, 8, 17, 24, 27, 31, 86). The regular time to keep the Passover in the first month being past because of the time it it took to cleanse the temple, it was determined to keep it in the second month, as was permitted in the law (Num. 1x, 9-11). Proclamation was therefore made throughout all Israel from Dan to Beersheba that they should come to keep the Passover unto the Lord God of Israel at Jerusalem, for it was a long time since the feast had been kept (verses 1-5). The last of which we have a record was in the days of Joshua, when at Gigal they kept it upon entering the land (Josh. v. 10). Before that there is a record of only two Passovers, one in Egypt and one a year later at Sinai. After the time of our lesson we have only a record of two more in the Old Testament, the great one of Josiah and the one in the days of Ezra at the dedication of the temple after the return from Babylon (II Chron. xxvv, 18; Ez vil, 19.22). We can scarcely think that these were the only Passovers kept, but these six are the only ones recorded. If we include the one that the Lord Jesus so greatly desired to keep with his disciples (Luke xxil), then we have a record of just seven great Passovers. Of the lessons for our own souls let us never forget the words, "When I see the blood I will pass over you." It was not the blood and something else, but simply and only the applied blood of the slain lamb that gave safety. See Lev. xvil, 11; Heb. 1x, 22; Rev. 1, 5, 6; v, 9, 10; vil, 14; Eph. 1, 7. Nothing can by any means add to the safety which is ours in Christ Jesus, but because of it may the Lord grant us a great appetite for the Lamb, and as He lived by the Father may we, eating Him, live by Him (John vi, 57). This call to all Israel to turn to the Lord might truly be spoken of as a last call to the ten tribes, for six years later they were carried captive by the king of Assyria. As the posts passed from city to city through Ephraim and Manasseh, even unto Zebulun, some laughed them to scorn and mocked them, but some humbled themselves and came to Jerusalem (verses 10, 11). Verse 12 seems to teach that God can bless only those who are willing that He should lay His hand upon them for good. Until He shall come again in power and glory we cannot expect anything different from Acts xxviii, 24. "Some believed, and some believed not." Wheat and tares will grow together until the end of the age. Notwithstanding the rebellious ones a very great congregation assembled at Jerusalem to keep the Passover (verse 13). They cleansed the city of idolators and killed the Passover and kept the feast not only for seven days, but so great was their joy because they had truly turned to the Lord and He had so blessed them that they kept the feast for another seven days. There was greater joy in Jerusalem than had been since the days of Solomon. Hezekiah spake comfortably or to the heart of all the Levites that taught the good knowledge of the Lord (verse 22, margin), and so he was greatly used of God in this revival. The Bible is a heart book, from the heart of God to the hearts of His people (Isa, xl, 1, 2, margin), and if His word does not reach our hearts with comfort and strength we should pray, "Give Thy servant a hearing heart" (I Kings iii, 9, margin). What a splendid record of this king is found in chapter xxxi, 20, 21, "He wrought that which was good and right and truth before the Lord his God. * * * He did it with all his heart and prospered" DR. JOHN HURST'S ANNUAL REPORT AFRICAN FIELD REMEMBERED. Bishop H. B. Parka In Address Makes Deep Impression on Members of the Board In Referring to Great Work of the Late Bishop Abraham Grant—The Report by Episcopal Districts. Reports submitted by Rev. Dr. John Hurst, financial secretary of the African Methodist Episcopal church, at the thirtieth annual meeting of the financial board of the denomination held in Washington on Wednesday, April 19, showed that $201,753.28 was raised in "dollar money" in 1910. This is an increase of over $3,000 in the money raised last year through the [Picture of a man in a suit and tie]. REV. DR. JOHN HURST. same channel and $34,000 more than was reported in 1909, when Dr. Hurst made his first annual report. The session was called to order by Bishop Parks, who is filling the position of chairman of the board, held by the late Bishop Abraham Grant. Bishop Parks made a marked impression in the short address that he delivered, especially when he spoke with feeling of the services rendered the denomination by his late predecessor. In submitting his report Dr. Hurst made a number of recommendations for the successful carrying on of the work of the department. He also called attention to the financial status of the work of the church in West and South Africa. The report by episcopal districts presided over by the following bishops was: First, Wesley J. Galnes. $13,528.68 Second, Levi J. Coppin. 15,521.68 Third, W. B. Derrick. 6,535.60 Fourth, C. T. Shaffer. 15,035.48 Fifth, H. B. Shaffer, vice late Bishop Grant, S. Smith. 13,783.41 Sixth, Charles S. Smith. 28,948.01 Seventh, H. F. Lee. 18,787.26 Eighth, H. M. Turner, vice late E. W. Lampon. 19,934.18 Ninth, J. S. Flipper. 15,967.18 Tenth, Evans Tyree. 11,201.26 Eleventh, M. B. Salter. 15,201.54 Twelfth, H. Blanton Parks. 9,404.01 Thirteenth, W. H. Hard. 1,150.00 Fourteenth, J. Albert Johnson. 2,985.00 The last two mentioned districts take in West and South Africa respectively. Of this big sum raised in dollar sub- scriptions, 8 per cent ($16,148.26) was devoted to the educational work of the P. BISHOP H. B. PARKS. denomination, 10 per cent ($26,175.33) turned over to the board of church extension, and $7,244.18 retained by the various annual conferences for mission work, the care of superannuated ministers, widows and orphans. The members of the board are: Rev. A. L. Murray, Atlantic City; John T. Jenifer, Chicago; Charles Bundy, Cleveland, O.; A. J. Carey, Chicago; J. R. Ransom, Topeka, Kan.; E. W. Lee, Morris Brown college, Atlanta, Ga.; N. B. Sterrett, Charleston, W. Va.; W. T. Strong, Jackson, Miss.; P. C. Hunt, Palestine, Tex.; A. J. Kershwah, Tallahassee, Fla.; C. H. Shelto, Memphis, Tenn.; M. C. H. Johnstone, West Africa, and Mr. A. Fortune, Cape Town South Africa. RECORD YEAR AT CONCORD. 'Trustees' Report Encourages Flourish- ing Breakfast Church at Reunion. One of the interesting and happy events in church circles in Brooklyn during the week ending May 27 was the annual reunion of the Concord Baptist Church of Christ, of which the Rev. Dr. William Maurice Moss is the able and efficient pastor. The objects of the reunion briefly stated are to give the members an opportunity to exchange Christian greetings, to aid new members in getting acquainted, to reach the unreached, to afford delinquent members a chance to pay up and to the church membership at large to renew its loyalty to the cause. Dr. Moss presided over the literary program, some features of which were a brief historical sketch of the church by the clerk, Peter H. Fisher, Sr.; vocal solos by Mrs. Laura Bowle and Mr. H. B. Foster, special anthems by the choir, led by Professor P. A. Myers; trustees' annual report by Secretary Graham H. Carter and greetings from the Sunday school by Superintendent N. Barnett Dodson. The trustees' report showed that over $5,000 had been collected from April, 1010, to April, 1911, and that the table offering had increased $500 over the previous year and the penny collection $200. The Sunday school collection was $671, with a balance on hand of $120 above expenses. The caterer for the occasion was R. Lincoln Powell, who, with a committee of ladies, served an appetizing supper. The table decorations were of pink trimmings around miniature protected candles. Trustee Charles J. Crowder had charge of the dining room. EXECUTIVE BOARD TO MEET. Will Hold Important Session In Meridian Early In June. The Rev. E. C. Morris, president of the national Baptist convention, has called the executive board of the convention to meet in Meridian, Miss, during the sessions of the Sunday school congress, which begin in that town on Wednesday, June 7, to hold for six days. Among those who are expected to attend are: Rev. W. G. Parks, D. D., Philadelphia; Rev. Dr. L. G. Jordan, Louisville, Ky.; Field Secretary William Beckham, Dr. C. H. Parrish, Rev. A. A. Cosey, Rev. S. E. Griggs, Dr. E. W. D. Isaacs, Miss Nannie Helen Burroughs, David Abner, Jr., and many distinguished laymen in church work. Important matters will be discussed relative to the national convention, which meets in Pittsburg in September. THRIFTY AFRO-AMERICANS MAKE GOOD IN KANSAS CITY Accumulated Wealth Through Sound Real Estate Investments. The attention of the public has recently been called to several successful Afro-Americans in Kansas City, Mo., who have made their money in business and professional life within the past twenty-five years. Perhaps the wealthiest of those mentioned is John Lang, who made much money as a concert manager and invested it to good advantage in real estate. His fortune is now estimated at $200,000. J. D. Bowser, principal of one of the public schools, has also turned his earnings to good account. Besides owning the house in which he lives, Mr. Bowser owns several other properties of considerable value in the city. His estate is valued at $100,000. Dr. M. E. Lee, proprietor and owner of the Palace drug store, is one of the most successful business men of the town. The Drugist Co-operative Mercantile company is also owned by Dr. Lee. While he has been eminently successful in business, the bulk of his wealth stands as the direct result of his ability to make wise investments. Mrs. Lucinda Day owns three story brick buildings, besides other houses and lots, with an estimated valuation of $50,000. Among other successful persons who have risen beyond the bread and butter competence are Principal G. N. Grisham of the Lincoln High school; Dan Lucas, Dr. J. E. Perry and Leon Jordan, a contractor. At the ninety-first annual meeting of the New York state conference of the A. M. E. church, recently held in Bethel church, New York, the following persons were elected delegates to the general conference, which meets in 1912: Rev. Dr. R. C. Ranson, pastor of Bethel church, New York; Rev. Dr. A. R. Cooper, former pastor of Bridge street church, Brooklyn, and the Rev. Joseph Stiles, presiding elder of the Long Island district. Women's Clubs to Meet In New Haven. The next annual convention of the Northeastern Federation of Women's Clubs will be held in New Haven, Conn., for three days, beginning on Wednesday, July 12. Mrs. C. S. Gunner, president of the organization, hopes that each club will be represented at the coming session, as many matters of importance will be presented to the federation for its consideration and action. Southern Life Magazine For May. The May number of the Southern Life Magazine is brimful of interesting reading matter, timely illustrations and thoughtful editorial pickings. The leading article, "The Need of Colored Lawyers," is contributed by Attorney Joseph H. Stewart of Washington, whose likeness adorns the front cover. The New Modish Stripe For Gowns of Every Type. THE FASHION OF THE TWENTIETH CENTURY GOWN FOR MUSICALE. The girl who sings and whose means are limited is often compelled to make the same gown do for both her afternoon and evening engagements. To find a gown that will be both simple enough for the one use, yet dressy enough for the other, is not so easy as it may seem. The gown pictured here combines these qualities. It shows the new striped effect, here achieved by bands of satin on the bodice and tunic. Ball fringe edges the tunic, which falls over a band of the fashionable venise lace. A striking appearance is given to the costume by means of the use of horizontal stripes in the side panels. Black and white stripes will naturally have first place in the early season's gowns, because we are under the seductive thrall of this combination. Several of the important dressmakers have already turned out gowns of black and white striped satin draped with black chiffon cloth or marquette, with a touch of handsome heavy lace on the shoulders. With these gowns go turbans or large hats of black net, with white algrets and green scarfs or Alsatian bows of black and white striped ribbon. The whole idea is a good one for spring, for attractive as black is its universal usage the past winter rather depressed one. If it had not been for the freedom of wearing vivid colors as a contrast we would have been a somber assemblage indeed. MY LADY'S BONNET. Recalls the Headgear of Her Great-grandmother. Man has never been able to disassociate woman's millinery from the name of bonnet, and now he may literally speak of his wife, sister or daughter's bonnet since the most modish things in the shops are the coquettish little af fairs that tie under the neck with ribbons. The bonnet pictured here is an A SPRING BONNET. almost exact copy of the headgear of the French directoire period and recalls the old fashioned poke bonnet. Bonnets are far more becoming to young girls than older women, for whom, presumably, they are intended, and some of the quaint bonnet effects of this season make charming frames for girlish faces. On young girls these aptvating bonnets are babyish and picturesque, and the fresh, pretty face is all the more lovely because of the quaint bonnet that surrounds it. Cerise and the American Beauty shades play a prominent part in the present millinery bouquet. Every year artificial flowers grow more like their natural prototypes until there seems nothing more for the artist to accom plish. Entered in the Post office at Minneapolis, June 23, as second class matter. Subscription by Mall, Postpaid. ONE YEAR ..... $2.0. SIX MONTHS ..... 1.25 Published Every Saturday by CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 1417 Wash. Ave. So. Wm. M. Garrett, Manager. 1023 4th Ave. So. Minneapolis, Minn. All personal advertisements in the local columns must be paid for in advance. All public comment inserted only over the author's signature Our privileges will be extended to all. Unsigned notices will not be inserted in these columns. Free space in these columns for advertisements, where proceeds are donated to charity. Pay your subscription at room 1020 Met. Life Bldg. "The CENSUS BUREAU officially certifies MINNEAPOLIS as the HEALTHIEST CITY in the UNITED STATES." Get together—was the key-note, struck by Toastmaster Sherwood at the McGhee dinner, which was followed by all the speakers, producing a chord of perfect harmony—Yes—we are now together—and Blest be the ties that bind us into concerted effort for the welfare of our race. Those of our ministers who were "drawn in" to the Negro Street Fair proposition, have "drawn out." Now, its the Negro Street Exposition, and they say that exposures caused their withdrawals. THE WRECK OF THE COLUMBIAN. Four Waiters Killed, Unknown by Their Employers. The officials of the Milwaukee Road are reluctant to divulge any information about the wreck of the Olympian on May 29, when 4 waiters were killed. We have asked the highest officials in the Twin Cities and they denied any knowledge of the ill-fated occurrence. Even the commissary agent does not know the names of the crew of the dining car. We are calling the attention to the authorities at Washington to this lack of interest on the part of the officials. The waiters were made to sleep in the dynamo-baggage car up ahead and this action alone is contributory negligence. There has been casualties on the Soo Ry. and the officials have always given all information to the public, especially to the Negroes, and they are respected for so doing. But the Milwaukee will have to change their ways of handling their Negro waiters just as they have changed their sleeping quarters. Although they manage to keep these happenings out of the dailies whenever possible, we shall at all times demand all necessary information about the Negroes employed by any railroad whenever the public wishes to be informed. Therefore we intend to give you notice of our rights which according to law, you are bound to respect. Two hundred postmasters met in St. Paul at the 6th annual convention of the Tri-State Postmaster's Association, and suggested new postal laws, among them, two which we especially recommend their passage, viz: "That papers must be discontinued at once when subscriptions expire," and "That the use of all premiums and gifts, or voting contests, etc. to induce people to subscribe be forbidden." To publish good live news and carry no dead-heads, is our motto. A newspaper often reaches homes where it is not paid for, and it is read by others who would gladly pay for it, if they were deprived of the privilege of free reading.—Pay for the Star—and if you wish Free Reading, you will find it (The Twin City Star) at the Public Libraries. COLORED MEN'S CHANCES IN THE SOUTH. There is not a city, town or village in the South where an industrious negro cannot obtain employment and receive fair treatment at the hands of his white neighbors. There is not the least doubt that the relations of the two races in the South are today vastly better than they were 10 years ago, and we believe it is due in large measure to the fact that the negroes are beginning to understand that those who have the kindest feeling and most sympathy for them are the white people among whom they have been born and reared.—New Orleans States. COLOR LINE BAN Minnesota Senator Believes Negroes Will Yet Attain Equality With the White Race. REPLIES TO BAILEY'S SPEECH. In Glowing Rhetoric He Tells Colored People Artificial Limitations and Strife Will Vanish. (Dispatch Washington Bureau.) Washington, June 7.—Washing out the color line and, throwing down the gauntlet to Senator Bailey, whose passionate eulogy of Jefferson Davis seemed to be his target, Senator Clapp of Minnesota delivered a notable address in the Cosmopolitan Temple Baptist church last night on "The Opportunity of the Black Man." He threw aside the veil of the future and saw the negro on a plane of equality with the white man; he saw artificially imposed limitations and racial strife vanish in the light of a new era. As he painted these things in glowing rhetoric and firm conviction, his audience, largely composed of negroes, cheried wildly. He eulogized Lincoln, in contrast to Senator Bailey's tribute to Jefferson Davis, president of the Confederacy; he denounced slavery, "permanent bondage, and servitude," in contrast to the Texan's statement that "the truth of history lies on the Confederate side." His reply to Senator Bailey could not have been more complete, or more obviously planned as a reply, had he attempted to reply to the Southerner categorically. "The black man is surrounded by many limitations," said Senator Clapp, "and it is his problem, if he wishes to be recognized on a plane of equality with the white man, to grasp every opportunity for development, and advancement. "God never made any race for permanent bondage and servitude to other and in the tomorrow to come, your descendants will glory in the triumph accomplished through your efforts today. There is absolutely nothing in the limitations of color to prevent the black man from being fully as honest, sober, industrious, and of as much service to the community and nation as the white man." The items from the classes, make the news of the masses. Read the Twin City Star. NEWSPAPER PARASITES. Why is it that the people who never buy a Negro paper, are the ones, to tell us how to run this, to expect so much publicity, and to clamor about race pride? They say that I take the Age or the Freeman, when they take neither, but will TAKE anything that belongs to some-one else. 1910 CHAS. SUMNER SMITH. Publisher and Editor. Of The Twin City Star. The Progressive Negro Publication of The Northwest. The Twin City Star has been published a year—and since its beginning has missed a few issues. There are many who are surprised at our longevity, yet we are proud of our record, and feel that since the issue of the second edition of this publication (under the present Editor and Publisher) that you have received a paper which you may be proud. Having secured the services of Mr. Wm. M. Garrett, one of the most energetic and enterprising young business men of our city, as Business Manager, we hope to be able to carry out our ideas of an up-to-date Negro newspaper. All persons having any business with this publication will extend to him at all times due courtesies, thanking our friends who have helped us by paying their subscription, and earnestly requesting that those who have received this paper and have not paid for it, will give this matter some consideration—Respectfully, C. S. Smith. In Memory of JOHN MERCER LANGSTON, Negro Educator and Statesman. Your Credit is good at Boutell's.— Let us have cash for the Star. Cor. Third and Robert St., ST. 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