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Defective Page MRS. ROSE WALKER GETS DAMAGES. Awarded $5,000 for Personal Injuries. Mrs. Rose Walker, was awarded $5,000 for damages for being run down and injured by an automobile. The case was tried before Judge Kelly in the District Court. She demanded $10,500 damages. Mr. Owen Howell, 979 Charles St. entertained many friends at a Stag Whist party in honor of Fred D. McCracken. A collation was served after which addresses were made. Mr. Bismarck E. Archer was toastmaster. The speakers were Messrs. W. R. Morris, F. L. McGhee, Dr. Turner, B. S. Smith, W. T. Francis, Rev. J. R. White, Thos. H. Lyles, Dr. R. S. Brown, Ora C. Hall, F. D. Parker, C. S. Smith, J. Q. Adams, G. B. Lowe and F. D. McCracken, Mr. J. Edgar Murphy sang a solo. The evening was enjoyably spent, all wishing success to Mr. McCracken, who is soon to become a Benedict. Subacribe to the Star. Mr. John Dilingham has sold the People's Barber Shop to Messrs. Lincoln Overall and E. T. Holmes. Mrs. Wm. Brown with Mrs. Susie Parker were hostesses to the Self-Culture Club, Wednesday afternoon at the home of the latter, 434 Thomas St.. The paper given by Mrs. David Walker on, "The Cake That Fell," won the prize after careful consideration. Those present spent a busy afternoon, very instructive, and heartily enjoyed the excellent supper which was served at six o'clock. Attorney R. O. Lee has opened his offices at 430 Wabasha St. Mr. J. R. Chambers has secured the position as headwaiter at the St. Paul Commercial Club. Mrs. Nora Young has opened up a dining room on the second floor at 45 East 3rd St. where she is serving her former patrons. FOR ABSOLUTE PROTECTION against sickness, (paying for all diseases) accidents, and death see Hustling T. R. Morgan, 27 Union Block, St. Paul. Mr. Thos. H. Lyles, the undertaker, is a member of the Association of Commerce, and one of the first our race to join that body. Mrs. Rubie Sanders, 651 Wabasha St., has been ill with appendicitis. Mr. Wm. Roy and Mrs. Rose Ewing were married by Rev. H. P. Jones at the Hotel Lindale on Nov. 23rd. Many friends were present and the new- ly weds were given a great reception. RAILROAD EMPLOYEES. Cash Your Checks, No Discount at B. Fink's 3rd and Robert Sts. St. Paul. A. Mr. David Johnson will appear at a Recital given at St. James, A. M. E. Church, St. Paul on Thanksgiving Day, at 8:30 P. M. He will be assisted at the piano by his father Prof. James Johnson, the celebrated music teacher of St. Paul. Prof. Johnson has given much time to the music program of our various entertainments, and those who appreciate his value, will attend this testimonial. ST. PAUL FRATERNAL MASS-MEETING. St. James A. M. E. Church, Dec. 3 '11. The fraternal societies of the Twin Cities will hold a grand mass meeting on Sunday, Dec. 3, at St. James A. M. E. Church, St. Paul, for the purpose of formulating plans for the erection of a Hall for their use, for meetings, banquets, etc., which will be one of the finest in the Northwest. YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION. Profound gratitude exists in the hearts of the members of West End Branch, for the generosity of St. James A. M. E. church in opening their doors to them last Sunday evening, for the presentation of their work. Mrs. Addie Bellesen presided, presenting Mrs. John Hickman, who spoke on "The Association—its Administration and Educational Resources." Mrs. O. C. Hall, Chairman of the membership committee made a plea for memberships, and the Secretary, Miss Edith A. Leonard, discussed the "Girl Problem—Rescue or Prevention." Rev. H. P. Jones heartily endorsed the work, expressing himself most strongly in favor of associations for both men and women. Excellent music was rendered by the Junior Choir of Pilgrim Baptist Church, and Mr. Thomas Morgan on his cornet. Every Monday evening, a class in Bible Study is being conducted. The Life of Christ according to St. Mark is being taken up this year. The girls' club, which meets Saturday afternoons at 2:30 o'clock are very much interested in sewing and embroidery—Edith A. Leonard, Secy. A CARD OF THANKS. St. Paul, Minn., Nov. 23, 1911. On behalf of Mr. Clarence Cameron White, the gentleman interested in a recent recital, I sincerely thank all who contributed in any manner toward the success of the occasion; either through personal effort or by their presence. The receipts were $79.50; expenditures $72.75. An itemized account has been placed in the hands of each member of the committee, as well as the St. Paul Appeal and the Twin City Star. Anyone desiring details can get them from the above mentioned persons. (Signed) Jose H. Sherwood Treas. SPECIAL SUNDAY DINNER 35c at the St. Louis Kitchen from 12 M till 3:30 P. M. Subscribe to the Star. PROGRAM. Caprice de Concert ..... Musin Rondo Capricioso ..... Saint Saens Witches Dance ..... Paginini Silenka ..... Weiniawski Gipsy Dance ..... Sarasate Mazourka de Concert ..... Musin Mrs. Jeanette Johnson Miller Soprano Mr. Jas. Johnson Jr. ..... Cello The petition of Allen French Sr. to have the findings of insanity against him set aside was denied Wednesday, after a three day's hearing. The Court holding that the same delusions exist as were found to exist at the original hearing on November 8. Mr. French has been placed under guardian and it is hoped that after a few months his condition may be so improved as to enable the Court to find that the mental disturbance has disappeared. Attorneys McGhee and Francis appeared for the parties in interest. Misses Irene Salters and Willa Moore are contestants for a $75.00 solitaire diamond ring. The one of these ladies who sells the most tickets for the "On to Washington" Club Ball, will receive the prize. Help your favorite. Contest closes at 12:30 P. M., Dec. 6th. Mr. H. E. Johnson has gone to the Walker Sanitarium. A "neighborhood welcome" surprise party was tendered to Mr. and Mrs. T. H. Lyles by Mrs. Chas. James and Mrs. Valdo Turner Saturday evening, Nov. 18, at their new and spacious home, 678 St. Anthony avenue. A most enjoyable time was had. Those present were: Mr. and Mrs. C. E. James, Dr. and Mrs. Valdo Turner, Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Francis, Dr. and Mrs. G. W. James, Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Chapman, Mr. and Mrs. B. F. Simpson. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Brown, 642 Rondo were surprised by a large attendance of many friends in honor of their first wedding anniversary. A pleasant evening was spent, many did "not go home till morning." Mr. Samuel Ransom left last week for Nashville to take full charge of the Meharry College Foot Ball Team for their Annual game with the Nashville College Team. Mr. Ransom was one of the stars of the Hyde Park High school on the team with Eckersall and Hammend, the greatest players of their day. Mr. Chas. Saunders and family have moved to 650 Fuller St. Mrs. W. W. T. Crawford, of Atlantic City, N. J., stopped enroute Seattle, Wash., at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Martin, 535 No. Dale St., where she was entertained by many friends. Don't miss the Johnson Recital, at St. James church on Thanksgiving Night. Mr. Joseph Murrell has bought a residence at 443 Blair St. Mr. and Mrs. Burrell recently came here from Ohio. Mr. Andrew Jackson, the oldest Mason, now at the Old Folks Home, is improving. Miss Charlotte Gilliad entertained the I. T. S. club at her home in St. Paul Park on Nov. 19th. The Y. M. C. A. held a meeting at the residence of Mr. C. D. Jackson, 460 Rondo St. last Tuesday evening. Mrs. Emma Archer has been on the sick list. Mrs. Robt. Waters of Minneapolis has moved to 268 St. Anthony Ave. Mrs. Minnie Burrells of Minneapolis was visiting friends in St. Paul last Thursday. Mr. Scott Mason visited the city last week. Mr. John Hickman Jr., will have charge of the Senior Choir of Pilgrim Baptist church after Dec. 1st. Mr. Albert Black is one of the best press agents Johnny Hickman has yet encountered. Mr. Andy Combs wishes to announce to his many friends that he is again "mixing" at the Ramsey Co. Club. Mr. Phil Reid returned home last week from Chicago, where he opened the St. Paul Inn, which is doing a big business. Mr. Albert Black, the tonsorialist at Utiey's shop, will contribute to our personal news columns each week. If you have any news call up Cedar 2928. Get your THANKSGIVING DINNER 25c ..... 25c ..... 25c AT PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH For the benefit of Church Fund. MINNEAPOLIS THANKSGIVING SERVICE. A Grand Dinner is being prepared by the Stewardesses of the St. Peter's Church for Thanksgiving Day. Every one is invited to attend. Let us Eat, Be merry, and Give Thanks. A GRAND RECITAL. Miss Daisy Ware, of Keokuk, Ia., a talented singer, will appear at St. Peter's Church on Dee. 13th. Miss Ware is a talented entertainer. The mass meeting of the Attuck's Home which was held Sunday in the Assembly Rooms of the City Hall was poorly attended. Dr. R. S. Brown presided. Addresses were given by Messds. B. S. Smith, W. R. Morris, J. H. Allison, Will. M. Smith and Revs. Lewis, Withers and Carter. Mrs. W. R. Donovan read a paper and Mrs. Kate Smith sang a solo, which was greeted with applause. Messrs. Owen Howell and Alex. Payne of St. Paul, also spoke of the needs of the Home. Mr. J. R. Eddings, the delegate from Anchor Hilyard Lodge of Masons was also present. Rev. and Mrs. J. Will King the founders of the Home were present, also the Orphan's Choir and several inmates. Mrs. Donovan, as President of the Afro-American Charity Club offered $75.00 as a donation for a Memorial window for the new Home. The subscriptions amounts to $172.00. Collection was very small. Mrs. William Helm, 3115 Columbus Ave., has returned home from a long visit to Waco, Tex., where she attended her brother's funeral. Rev. J. S. Strong of St. Paul visited the Sunday Forum at its last meeting. Miss Edna Shull was tendered a birthday party by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Glover Shull at their residence, 3016 Garfield Ave., on Nov. 21st, her 13th birthday. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Jeffreys, Mr. and Mrs. Cooper Lewis and Miss Adah Lewis. Refreshments were served and the affair was a very pleasant one for her young friends. Mr. J. W. McMoore returned from New York City where he attended the funeral of his mother. The Waiters of the Commercial Club presented Mr. F. E. Zonne a handsome punch bowl, in token of their appreciation of his consideration for them during his term as secretary of the club. Mr. Zonne has resigned to manage the New Andrews Hotel, where he has employed Negro waiters. Rev. Withers has imported some choice opossums for his guests on Thanksgiving Day, and they will be specially cooked, with sweet potatoes. The Foraker Cafe is doing a good business at their new location 511 4th Ave. So. FROM 6:30 A. M. TO 9 P. M. Mr. John Monroe, of 3633 Snelling Ave. is slowly recovering from a severe attack of rheumatism. The new Andrews Hotel has opened its dining rooms with Negro waiters. Don't forget that Mrs. Mary L. Bell, 315 14th Ave. So., will do your plain and fancy sewing, and dress-making. Music every evening at the Porter's and Waiters' restaurant, 251 Hennepin Ave., upstairs.—Adv. THE SPIRELLA CORSET. Miss Cora E. Anderson, Corsetier. Any lady wishing to be properly corseted, will do well, to call or address 365 Aurora Ave., St. Paul. Tel. N. W. Dale 1345. Mr. F. Peoples has opened his office at 236 Boston Block, where he is engaged in transactions in all branches of real estate, will build, buy, loan or sell. He solicits your patronage. (adv.) THE DICKERSON CAFE 208 Hennepin Ave. Minn. How do you know it? I saw it in the Star. Well! it is so—That's all. Smoke the Reliable 5c SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR 5c MINNEAPOLIS SUNDAY FORUM. The last meeting of the Forum was exceptionally interesting. A most excellent program was rendered. Mrs. Kate Smith and Mr. John Allison sang a solo. Mr. Ralph Watson favored his hearers with a demonstration on "The Science of Bread Baking," Mr. Watson is employed by the Northwestern Consolidated Milling Co. From a sample case he showed the various specimens of wheat and flour and explained their relative qualities, also a loaf of bread of the finest make. His scientific knowledge of the properties of wheat and baking interspersed with witticisms, afforded a very interesting and highly instructive part on the program. He has been requested to appear before other audiences. The expected happened when Rev. A. P. Jones of St. Paul, was called to address this body. He spoke on "Our National Heritage." Rev. Jones is one of the most eloquent speakers and learned men of our race. It is needless to say that the people of Minneapolis have never before heard such an able speaker. He painted a picture and through his knowledge of research kept his audience in view of the world's great panorama—from Creation to the present day. The report of the critic, Mr. Will M. Smith, was as usual received favorably. The Current Events by Mrs. R. S. Brown, the journalist, won her a special compliment by one of the members. A Forum song written by Mr. O. A. Lawrence was adopted. The collection was exceptionally good. Messrs. B. S. Smith, J. H. Allison and Osa A. Lawrence were the delegates appointed to represent the Forum at the Grand Rally of the Attuck's Home on Nov 26. Next meeting, Dec. 3rd, at St Peter's A. M. E. church. UNION THANKSGIVING SERVICES Give thanks unto the Lord. Zion and Bethesda Baptist churches will hold a joint Thanksgiving at Zion Baptist church at 11 a. m. Pastors T. J. Carter and M. W. Withers, assisted by local ministers will conduct the services. All are invited. Mr. Gus Barry has resigned from the Pullman Co. He was one of the old employees of this district. He will enter business at an early date. All of our churches have arranged a special Thanksgiving Service including a Dinner. The Pulpit Aid Society of Bethesda Baptist church will serve and Old Fashioned Thanksgiving Dinner from 1 P. M. to 7 P. M. A most laugable comedy, "A Model Wife" will be presented under the auspices of the Missionary Society at 8 P. M. The Ladies of the Busy Bee Circle of Zion Baptist church will serve "Opossum and Turkey on Thanksgiving Day from 12:30 P. M. to 10 P. M. Free concert at 8:30 P. M. Mrs. Ben. Hall is improving, under the care of her physician. Messrs Fred. Parkinson and Osa A. Lawrence received their 1st degree in Anchor Hilyard Lodge of Masons on Nov. 21. There were many on hand to perform the ceremony. Both apprentices were on their jobs next day. Mr. Harrison C. Collier has gone to Duluth to visit his sister, Mrs. John Matthews. Mrs. Myrtle Washington of Maple Plain left for home Saturday after spending a pleasant visit at her relatives, Mrs. J. E. and Miss Elizabeth Bradley, 1203 3rd Ave. So. Mrs. Lewis Ewing is proving his ability to "do things." He is in charge of the entire building of the Milwaukee Depot. This is but the result of attention to business. Mr. Chas. Brodie of Duluth was in the Twin Cities last week. Why? The meeting of the Shriners. A BARGAIN—For sale — 7-Room house, modern except heat, Lot 32x 158 feet. Good barn. Sold on easy terms. Call N. W. Nic.. 4112 or T. S. Center 4411. FOR SALE—A New 12-room duplex two baths, hardwood finish, light large rooms, full cemented cellar, laundry, lot 64x139 ft., east front, walking distance, very reasonable. KRONENGOLD, 412 Nicollet Ave. BOOM, 18 No. 15. CAPTAIN SMITH THINKS POLICE ERRED IN INVADING STEWART'S CLUB. Says They Should Pay More Attention to Enticers of Girls. When Patrolmen Brunskill, Faltico and Weare rided the rooms of the "Flour City club" at 126 Hennepin avenue yesterday and arrested Ed. Stewart, the keeper, and 28 Negroes, their act did not gain the favor of some officials of the police department, who complained about the roundup and defended the Negroes' club as a necessary establishment. Captain Nicholas Smith of the detective bureau objected more loudly than other department heads. "I don't think that it is a bad place to have running," said Captain Smith "It is a place where the Negroes of the city can congregate if they want to. No white men are allowed in the place. It is better to have them up there than to have them down in some basement or cellar, shooting craps with white people and all classes, from which fights would result. It is good for the police to have such a place running. Then we know where they are. Many a thief we got out of there. If we mant any of them, we know where to go for them. Cleaning-Up Going Too Far. "I have been through the place a hundred times. I don't believe that any regular game is run. I don't think that the keeper gets any rake-off. I believe that the Negros just play among themselves. I think this cleaning business is going a little too far. If they want to get the places that are doing the real harm, let them go after a few more places like that Chestnut avenue flat where they have school girls and leave the Negroes alone, who are doing nothing more than congregating among themselves for their own amusement and hurting no one." The foregoing article appeared in the Tribune on Nov. 23. If this is the opinion of one of the guardians of the law, comment is hardly necessary, but we must say that it appears that club rooms are now run for the protection of the police department, and Stewart's place is advertised as a "thief harbor." Capt. Smith would do well to give more attention to things concerning Negroes. There is no reason why Negro girls should be kept in houses of ill-fame for white men. It is time that some attention was paid to these conditions by our police. Those Chestnut flat girls were white, and something was done. It is a mistake that all Negroes shoot craps or practice all of the other vices, but we give notice that Chief Smith will do the better class of Negroes the most good, when he secures evidence against such places, and clean up among the Negroes as well as the whites. As a race of men we want no special privileges, that are degrading to individuals and the community, even if these conditions offer special advantage to our police. There is no people in the world which more quickly recognizes and appreciates the qualities of frankness and sincerity, whether they are exhibited in a friend or in an opponent, in a white man or in a black man, than the white people of the South. I have found that there is a class that has gained a good deal of fleeting popularity for possessing what was supposed to be courage in cursing and abusing all classes of Southern white people on all possible occasions. But as I have watched the careers of this class of Negroes in practically every case their popularity and influence with the masses of colored people have not been lasting. Booker T. Washington in the World's Work. 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, The lands to be welded together. —Whitman. Go to Utley's Barber Shop for your Tonsorial work.—"Your Bath"—and your "Twin City Star." JOHN H. HARRIS Room 48 Eastman Block Dr. Milton W. Judy, the dentist, located in the Eastman Block will receive personales and subscriptions for the Twin City Star. We are thankful for this privilege, and hope that our readers will remember this. PERSONS WHO WISH TO ADVERTISE MUST PAY IN ADVANCE. 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. CHURCHE8. ST. PETERS A. M. E. CHURCH, 23d St between 9th and 10th Ave. Services every Sunday 10:30 a. m. and 8:00 p. m. Sunday school at 12:30. Rev. F. M. L. Moore. St. ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH, 318 Eighth Ave. So. Sunday services at 11 a. m. 8 p. m. Sunday School at 1 p. m. Rev James L. Wharton. Pastor. BETHESDA BAPTIST CHURCH, 1130 Eighth Ave. So. Teaching 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. Witthers. Pastor. ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL SCURCH 6th Ave. So. and 27th St. Minn. Rev A. H. Linden. Pastor. St. James A. M. E. Church, Rev. H. P. Jones, Pastor, Cor. Jay and Fuller Sts. All are welcome. ZION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 353 University Ave. LODGES. ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR. Mrs. Anna B. Harris, Grand District Deputy, Installs and organizes Chapters of The O. E. Star. Pleased to consult any one interested. Residence 285 Rondo St., St. Paul, Minn. The Junior Choir of Pilgrim Baptist Church elected the following officers: Gertrude Howard, President; Lelo Manning, St. Pres.; Ida Mae Johnson, Treas.; Henry Johnson, Librarian, John Hickman, Jr., Director. Motto: Watch what we do. The Men's Safe Club of St. James A. M. E. Church will serve a Thanksgiving Dinner in the Church Parlors on Thanksgiving Day from 12 M. to 10 P. M. An excellent program will be rendered at 8:30 P. M. You are invited. Get your DON'T MISS THIS. THE CHARITY BALL. The Ladies of the Afro-American Charity Club will give a CHARITY BALL at Dearborn Hall, 45 So. 5th St. Minneapolis on Thursday, Dec. 7. 1911. Admission 35c. The proceeds are to assist them in their charitable work. The officers of the Club are Mrs. W. R. Donovan, Pres. Mrs. A. A. Ford, Secretary, Mrs. Mattle Darby, Treas. Messrs. Horace Carlyle, Isaac Newton and Thos. Williams are the oldest Negro settlers of Minneapo- 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 Sioux City. Write for terms to The Twin City Star, Minneapolis, Minn. AFRO-AMERICAN CLUB, ST. PAUL. THE BAR THE RAMSEY COUNTY AFRO-AMERICAN CLUB, ST. PAUL. "ON TO WASHINGTON" CLUB. Composed of the Knights Templars of the Twin Cities. GRAND PRIZE BALL, WEDNESDAY, EVE. DEC. 6TH, TSCHIDA'S HALL, ST. PAUL. Western Ave. and La Fond St ADMISSION 35 CENTS. McCULLOUGH'S ORCHESTRA. THE FOURTH ANNUAL BALL OF FEZZAN TEMPLE NO. 26, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine, will be given at TCHIDA'S HALL, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 29th, 1911. All the latest Music, Imported Camel's Milk, Hen Turkey supper served by the DAUGHTERS OF ISIS, DRILL BY FEZZAN'S PATROL. We give but one Ball a year and make it the Mecca for All Fraternities. FUR PR Cut in At WEIS PRICES in Half ISMAN'S FUR PRICES Cut in Half At WEISMAN'S THE Pony Coats Regular $60 and $35 $65 values..... These coats are finished in the height of fashion; sizes range from 48 to 54 inches. Furs for Men Markable reductions. styles: $10.00 $5.00 $12.50 portment in the city, of fine quality, $50 up. WEISMAN CO. Furriers Collet Avenue Christmas Fun At remarkable red $15 to $18 Seal Skin Caps, all styles... $8.00 River Mink Collars... $18 Persian Lamb Collars... Fur Lined Coats, the largest assortment in a WILLIAM WEI Manufacturing 508 Nicollet $15 to $18 Seal Skin Caps, all styles. $10.00 $8.00 River Mink Collars. $5.00 $18 Persian Lamb Collars. $12.50 Fur Lined Coats, the largest assortment in the city, of fine quality, $50 up. Manufacturing Furriers 508 Nicollet Avenue The Ramsey Co., Afro-American Club. (Social) Is an organization which the citizens of the Twin Cities should be proud of. Its membership, which is very large, is composed of the best element of our race, and its roster, has on it the names of men, who in every way are a credit to the organization, which secured its charter in 1901. The club rooms are located at 115 E. Third St., St. Paul, and its appointments are in keeping with the class who enjoy its comforts. The Library and Reading room is elaborately furnished in Mission style, and the library contains congressional records, late editions of current literature, and volumes from our best authors. The pool and billiard room is also quite a feature. The whistroom is large and well fit- ```markdown ``` ATTENTION. Owing to the extremely backward season and the consequent slack demand for furs, leaving an unusually large portion of our holiday stock still unsold, we will begin our Pre-Inventory Sale Thursday, Dec. 15th and have fixed the following prices to hold until Dec. 24th only: Pony Coats, regular $55 $75 to $10 values.... $30, $35 and $40 Fur Sets, in Black Fox, Isabella Fox, Black Wolf, Black Russian Lynx with either large Russian Shawl or Animal Shaped Searf, large Pillow or Rug $20 Muff...To close.... $20 Lynx, Brown Marten and Jap Mink Sets...Our entire stock will be closed at a sacrifice of 38%. Mink Sets...You can save $25 to $100 by buying mink at this sale. TWIN CITY STAR ted with several tables, there are many hard fought games, which would command the criticism of the best players in the congress. The main feature of the Club is the Phonographic Entertainment, selections from the Extravaganzas and Operas, and records of the highest class artists, as Caruso, Melba, as well as our race's favorite comedian Bert Williams. This innovation affords much pleasure to the members. It is gratifying to know that the men of the "Twin Cities" are able to support this club, and its members and their friends, whenever they pass enroute always find their club rooms in good order and in charge of either of these officers. Alex. Tucker, Pres. L. E. Turpin, Sec'y. CAMEL SELECT SOCIETY FOR RESEARCH NEW LIGHT ON CLD SUBJECTS. Organization Made Up of Well Informed Students Has For Its Object the Preservation of the Literary Works of Afro-Americans Written and Published Centuries Age. By N. BARNETT DODSON. By N. BARNETT DODSON. Yonkers, N. Y.—Several months ago Arthur Schomburg of New York city and J. E. Bruce of Yonkers discussed at the latter's residence, in Yonkers, the feasibility of establishing a society with a limited membership for the purpose of gathering information from books and through correspondence of historical value to the Negro race. Their ideas agreed, and a number of men known to be interested in work of this character were invited to attend a meeting in Yonkers not long ago, at which time the plans of Messrs. Schomburg and Bruce were outlined and cordially approved by those present, and the society was organized. The name Negro Society For Historical Research was adopted and a full complement of officers was elected as follows: John E. Bruce, president; A. A. Schomburg, secretary-treasurer; Professor W. W. Weekes, musical director; David B. Fulton, librarian; W. E. Braxton, art director. Membership in the society is limited to twenty active members, and the entrance fee is $10, with a monthly tax of 25 cents. The society purposes to gather through its correspondents in the United States and foreign countries books, pamphlets and valuable manuscripts written by Negroes and when opportunity presents to reprint such books or pamphlets now out of print and coming into possession which have any historical value or which will be useful for reference. These it will endeavor to dispose of to members of the race who are interested in knowing what Negroes who wrote books fifty or a hundred years ago had to say and how they said it. The society is also making a collection of pictures, old wood cuts, photographs of Negroes here and abroad. But this feature of its work will be attended with some difficulty, as there are few pictures of noted Negroes of the early period in this country. It recently came into possession of a splendid steel engraving of Nat Turner, the Virginian Negro who headed and led an insurrection in that state in 1833, which it contemplates reproducing and disposing of for the purpose of adding to its book fund. The books thus far gathered by Messrs. Schomburg and Bruce embrace over 150 titles. A few of the more important ones are here given: "Poems of Phyllis Wheatley," 1773, first edition; "Poems of Phillis Wheatley," revised edition; "Letters of Phillis Wheatley," of which only 100 copies were published; "Anglo-African Magazine," vol. 1, 1859; "The Greatness of Christ," "Africa and America," Alex. Crummell; "West Africa Before Europe," E. A. Blyden, LL.D.; "History of Black Phalanx," William Wells Brown; "Behind the Scenes," Mrs E. Kekley; "Light and Truth," R. L. Lewis, Roston, 1840. "The Color of Solomon," Bishop B. T Tanner; "Biography," Major M. R Delany; "Poes of Islay Walden," blind poet of North Carolina, 1875; "Poes of Frances Ellen Watkina," Harper; Dr. Robert J. Love; "The National Providence Hon. J. C. Smith," Money and Hon. J. C. Smith, New Orleans Nations from a New Point of Wielay, Rev. Harvey Johnson; "The Rock of Wisdom (sermons), N. C. W. Cannon, 1230; "Race Adjustment," Kelly Miller, Esq.; "Biographical Sketches of Persons of Color," Miss A. Mott; "Around the World With Uncle Same," J. H. Paynter; "Shadows and Light," M. W. Glbbs; "Anthology of Negro Poets, Messaburg and Bruce." (Shammah, Glimpses of the Ages, 2 vols, Dr. T. E. S. Scholes, London, Eng.; "Prince Saunders' Haytian Papers"; "Frondacty," J. J. Thomas' reply to J. A. Froude; "Negro Patrols' Revolution," W. C. Nell; "Historical Notes of the Employment of Negroes In New York," 1883, George H. Moore; "The Exiles of Florida," J. R. Gliddings; "The Freedman book," W. C. Nell; "Minston riots, D. B. Fulton; "Narrative of Sojourner Truth," "Essays," Rafael Serra; "Poema," Frederico Marin. "Life of Pierre Toussaint," first and second editions of autobiography, Frederick Douglass; "Charles Sumner," A. Grimke; "The Lone Star of Liberia," A. F. Durham; "An Historical Research," George Washington; "Echoes from Harper's Ferry," Redputh; "Genesis in the Grebe Tongue," Rev. J. Payne, formerly the property of Rosetta Douglass Sprague; "Life of Julius Melbourne," 1859; "The Cushite," Rufus L. Perry; "The Octoberoon," A. A. Whitman, poems; "Origin and Objects of Ancient Mesopotamia," M. R. R. Eutole Africaine, Benito Sylvain, alde-d-camp King Menelk. "The Black Venus;" "Timbuctoo the Mysterious," Felix Du Bois; "The Souls of Black Fo.' W. E. B. Du Bois; "History of Negro Race," George W. Williams; "Negro Soldiers in the Rebellion, George W. 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Main 9592 The Porters and Waiters Club Incorporated GLOVER SHULL, President Waiters for Parties Furnished Also Porters 251 Hennepin Ave. Mpls. SPECIAL NOTICE. The patronage of the men of the Twin Cities is invited to the Dining Rooms of the Porters' and Walters' Club, 251 Hennepin Ave., (up stairs). Newly fitted throughout with elegant furnishings and table accessories. Its cusine under the personal direction of Chef George Mills, its service is capable and cleanly. A special feature is its 5 o'clock dinner accompanied by the latest music. The same reasonable prices. Glover Shull, manager. INFORMATION. It costs no more to send your subscription by P. O. order. Get an order for the amount (less cost of order and postage) and send it to the Twin City Star. You will have a receipt, and time will be saved. Negroes lose more time than any other race on account of their failure to take advantage of the up-to-date business conveniences of today. The Twin City Star has the exclusive use in this city of the Afro-American news service of the American Press Assn., edited by Mr. N. B. Dodson of N. Y., which is a feature of our publication, much appreciated by our readers. THE NEWSPAPER AND ITS EDITOR. Editing a newspaper in some respects is a good deal like preaching. The gospel truth must be presented in the form of generalities or some fellow will get hit and howl, says a recent writer. Few persons like truth, even in homeopathic doses, if it hits them. But while preachers and editors are criticised for what they do say, no one thinks of giving them credit for what they do not say. Yet what they keep to themselves constitutes the major portion of what they know about people. Very many people harbor the belief that newspapers are eager to publish derogatory things. It's a mistake. There isn't a newspaper that could not spring a sensation in the community at any time by merely telling what it knows. There is not a newspaper that does not keep under the lock of secrecy scores of derogatory things which never meet the public eye or reach the public ear. Deciding what not to print is the most troublesome part of newspaper work. How many good stories are suppressed for innocent relatives and for the public good, nobody outside of a newspaper office has any idea of. In some instances he who flies into a passion because a newspaper prints something about him which he considers uncomplimentary has every reason to feel profoundly grateful to the newspaper for publishing so little of what it knows of him. And oft times the loudest bluffer is the most vulnerable to attack. A big noise is often a device employed to cover trepidation. Newspapers put up with more bluffing than any other agency would endure. It is not because they lack courage; it is because they are unwilling to use their power to destroy or ruin unless the interests of society imperatively demand it. It might be well for some people to reflect upon these truths and in silent gratitude accept mild admonition, lest worst befall them.—Minneapolis Argus. Larson, the photographer, 313 So. Washington Ave., has on sale the photos of the banquet given by Ames Lodge of Elks on Tuesday to Dist. Deputy R. M. Johnson of St. Paul.—Adv. The Foraker Cafe closes at 9 P. M. Mr. Wm. Dunigan the tallor, has moved to 1311 Washington Ave. So. He has fitted up a nice shop and is doing very good work. Dunigan is a hustling young man. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION. Everybody's News—Everybody's Paper. --- HEGENER R. H. HEGENER 207 Nicelet TWIN CITY RAZORS full hollow ground, guaranteed, $1.25 each. A full line of Table Cutlery. Carvers Manicure Scissors and Tools Cutlery grinding. 1920 SYLVESTER W. OLIVER. Working Men's Social Club OLIVER BROS., Managers PHONE: Nicollet 9506 206 So. Second St. Minneapolis, Minn. PLAIN AND FANCY SEWING. Fancy Underwear a Specialty. Neatly Furnished Rooms. MRS. MARY L. BELL. Residence 315 14th Ave. So. N. W. Nic. 2744 Minneapolis A GOOD HAIR-CUT AND SHAVE. WHERE CAN I GET IT? GO TO THE TYLER BROS. N. W. Phone, Main 9341. Barber Shop and Pool Room JOHN W. TYLER, Manager. 725 WASHINGTON AVE. SOUTH. POOL $2\frac{1}{2}$ CPER CUE. BILLIARDS 15c. The best pool-room in the city. B. M. McDEW Real Estate, Loans and Insurance 610 SYKES BLOCK N. W. Nig. 021 MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. PORTERS' AND WAITERS' HOTEL. Railroad men will find it convenient to visit the Porters' and Waiters' Hotel, 319 Wabasha St., St. Paul. Its appointments are first class and the management has proven that they are "up to date." Pool and Billiard Room, Reading Room.—Café in Connection. Carl D. Pickett, Pres. O. D. Charleston, Sec'y. SMOKE THE BEST Sight Draft 5C CIGAR W. S. CONRAD CO., Distributors 8 NORTH SIXTH STREET Peterson, The Druggist 1501 Washington Ave. So. TOILET ARTICLES, DRUGS, PRESCRIPTIONS. He Solicits Your Patronage. Southern Theatre SevenCorners 15th and Washington Avenues So. Refined Vaudeville Moving Picture Shows Continous Performance Admission 10 Cents Children 5 Cents POPULAR PRICED SHOE REPAIR18 WEFTA EM WHILE YOU WAIT Men's Sewed Soles. 75q Ladies " " 65q Men's Nailled 69 and 69a Rubber Heels. 49q Ladies and Boys' nailled sores 40q SEVEN CORNERS SHOE REPAIR SHOP 1424 WASHINGTON AVENUE SOUTH 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. Defective Page Defective Page Alone Under the Tree With a Green Froggie. A sad little girl sit under a tree. "I'm so lonely, so lonely, so lonely!" sign- "Oh, why won't somebody play with me?" But no one came but a green froglie. "Doncher grump, doncher grump, doncher grump!" said he. The sad little girl sat under the tree. "But what shall I do to be gay?" sighed she. "I wish somebody would please tell me!" And no one did—but a bumblebee. "Be bizzzee, be bizzzee, be bizzzee!" said he. Farmer Game. For this game all pretend to be farmers. The players are divided into two equal sides. One of the sides goes off at a distance to determine upon what fruit or vegetable to bring to town and how to show the manner in which it was raised. Then the acting side marches in a line to the guessing side, which says, "Who are you?" The acting side announces "Farmers." "What do you sell?" "Products from our farm." "How did you raise them?" "This way." And the acting side goes through some motion agreed upon which shows how the potatoes were dug or put into bags. If corn is chosen the planting may be shown, or the cutting, the shocking or the husking. When fruits are chosen the players may pretend to be planting, picking or packing. As soon as the guessing side guesses the product the acting side runs, for the players on the other side try to capture as many actors as possible. If the product is not guessed, but is given up, the acting side chooses another product and has another turn at acting. The object of the game is not only to guess the product, but to capture farmers. The first side capturing half of the farmers of the other side wins the game. If the game starts out with eight players on each side, the side which grows to have twelve players first wins the game. Stung on the Tongue. Ever get stung by a bee? It is not pleasant. If there are plenty of bees they sting you in the most convenient place, but if there is only one you are pretty sure to get it on the nose, quite as if the bee understands that it could not do much worse for you. One bee that lived down south in Indiana went a little further than that. The man that it was having a difference of opinion with had his mouth open, and it stung him on the tongue. It is bad enough to be stung on the nose, but there is all outdoors for the nose to swell into. The tongue has not so much room, and the man was nearly suffocated before the swelling went down. You see, the real cure for a bee sting is a poulice of mud, but the man said that he did not like the taste of mud, and so his tongue had to stay swollen for awhile.—Chicago News. Conundrums. Why might you be justified in picking the pockets of a photographer? Because he has pict-ures (picked yours). Which of the planets has the most specie? The moon, because it is constantly changing quarters. When does a caterpillar improve in behavior? When it turns over a new leaf. Why should a quill pen never be used in indicting secret matters? Because it is apt to split. What trades does the sun regularly follow? Those of a tanner and a portrait painter. What kind of medicine does a father take for a wayward daughter? He takes an elixir (he takes and he licks her.)—Philadelphia Ledger. Cradle Song. Here is a little cradle song the Italian mother sings when bedtime comes and the little ones are sleepy: A long one and a short one! Do you wish me to tell you a long one? This is the finger, and this is the nail. Do you wish me to tell you a short one? This is the finger, and this is the end of it. Here is another short one: Once upon a time there was a king Who ate more than you. He ate bread and cheese. Pull, pull his nose. Then the mother pulls the baby's nose. Japanese Tag. This makes an amusing variation on the old game of tag. When a player is tagged he must place his left hand on the spot tagged and keep it there until he has caught some other victim. The game works out in this way: The one who is "it" endeavors to tag a runner on the knee or foot, so that his efforts to tag any one with his hand on this part of the body will be awkward and amusing. Cookery Points Buttered Eggs and Tomato. Wash two ounces of rice thoroughly and cook it until it is quite tender in some nicely flavored white stock which is entirely free from fat, then pass it through a fine wire sieve and reheat it in a saucepan containing an ounce of warm butter and a saltspoonful of curry powder and two tablespoonfuls of thick stewed tomato; it well, add a little salt and black pepper and as soon as it is hot pot in the beaten yolk of an egg. Remove the rice from the stove directly the egg is thoroughly blended with it. Butter some medium sized molds (preferably the low shape), put a moderately thick layer of sieved tongue at the top of each, then fill them with the rice, packing it in tightly, and put into a moderate oven for about ten minutes, or rather less if the heat is fierce. On taking the molds from the oven turn the rice out on to a hot dish and cover the top entirely with creamy buttered eggs, sprinkle a litte finely minced parsley over the top and serve very hot. Fruit Meringue. Take two pounds of any kind of fruit—gooseberries are very good—lump sugar to taste and about half a gill of water to each pound, according to the juiciness of the fruit. Put the water and sugar into a saucepan. Let them boll for five minutes, then add the fruit and cook very gently till tender. Beat the whites of three eggs to a stiff froth and add three tablespoonfuls of sugar. Put the fruit into a fireproof dish; spread the meringue over it. Bake in a slow oven till the meringue feels crisp and is of a delicate fawn color. Serve very cold. Cantaloupe Salad. Select four cantaloupes of uniform size; chill, then cut off a small section that may serve as a lid. Fill each cantaloupe with whipped cream which has been sweetened and mixed with finely chopped ginger and marshmallows. Put the cantaloupe in a freezer or bucket, pack in equal quantities of ice and rock salt and let stand for one hour. Serve upon a platter filled with crushed ice and garnish with nasturtiums and their leaves. Or the cantaloupes could be filled with whipped cream stiffened with lemon or any sweet jelly. Raspberry and Currant Salad. Cut also the pears or pineapples into small dice. Put the fruit in a salad bowl and pour over some of the pineapple or pear juice. Let it stand in the icebox for one hour before serving. Eggs a la Ruzeo Eggs a in Russe is an artistic dish and most appetizing. It is composed of whole hard boiled eggs from which the shells are carefully removed, then the eggs laid about a round dish like a soup plate, their surfaces decorated with little pieces of truffles, a border of finely minced vegetables flocked with little mounds of caviar, and the whole fringed with white lettuce leaves and diamond shaped pieces of smoked salmon. The color scheme of this dish is most novel and attractive. A Delicious Fruit Salad. Six large, firm apples, one banana, one orange, a small bunch of white grapes, half a cupful of broken walnut meats, half a cupful of sliced candied fruits and one teaspoonful of vanilla extract. Chop the apples, orange and banana very fine, add the nuts, candied fruit and vanilla and mix well. Garnish the top with the grapes, halved and seeded. If the apples are very sour add a little sugar. Serve on small dainty plates. To Fry Mush Quickly. Make the mush in the usual way, except that it is not necessary to cook it so long. Have a tablespoonful each of lard and butter smoking hot in a skillet. Lift the hot mush to the skillet by spoonfuls and flatten it out. It fries quickly and is sweeter and crisper than when allowed to get cold and then fried. It is delicious when served with fried chicken. Boiled Dressing. For boiled dressing beat up two eggs, add half a pint of vinegar, one teaspoonful of salt, a dash of red pepper, four tablespoonfuls of sugar and two ounces of butter. Mix well and cook in a double boiler, stirring constantly until the dressing has thickened. Then cool and serve. This dressing may be thinned with either cream or olive oil. Cream Salad Dressing To prepare cream salad dressing rub the yolks of three hard boiled eggs to a smooth paste, gradually add one teaspoonful of salt, one teaspoonful of sugar, two tablespoonfuls of vinegar and one teaspoonful of mustard. Whip up one pint of double cream till smooth and stir this a spoonful at a time into the egg mixture. TWIN CITY STAR ABLE MEN WITHIN ITS RANKS Recent Unfriendly Criticism of the Actions of the Ruling Forces at the Last Biennial Convention Prompts the Writer to Present the Numerical Strength of the Organization. By A. B. EDWARDS. There has been so much criticism of the work of the biennial movable committee of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, which held its fifteenth session in Baltimore last September, that little or no time or attention has been given to the real merits and achievements of the organization as a whole. The Grand United Order of Odd Fellows of America was founded by Peter Ogden. The first three lodges the outgrowth of his teachings were Philomathean, No. 646, and Hamilton, No. 710, of New York and Unity lodge, No. 711, of Philadelphia. The growth of the order since 1844 to the present time has been marvelous. Scattered throughout the country there are 5,945 lodges, 3,891 house- [Portrait of a military officer in uniform]. MAJOR JARED W. FORD. holds, 860 past grand masters' councils, 143 patrilogy and 767 juvenile branches. The total membership of the order, including all departments, is 452,546. Among the men of note who were conspicuous as leaders in the public functions and work of the last biennial convention were: Major General Jared W. Ford and his chief trumpeter, Colonel Joseph Clinton Edwards of Atlantic City, N. J.; chief of staff, John H. Bucker, Chicago; adjutant general, Colonel George W. Dawley, Philadelphia; inspector general, Colonel James O. Holmes, Washington; quartermaster general, Colonel Edgar Starling, Washington; judge adjocate general, Colonel James A. Fox Indianapolis; surgeon general, Colonel L. L. Roberts, Boston; chief engineer, Colonel J. R. F. Browne, Washington; chief master officer, Colonel Wesley Davenport, Boston; commissary general, Colonel George W. Hays, Chincott; paymaster general, Colonel James H. Young, Raleigh, N. C.; chaplain M. COLONEL 2. CLINTON EDWARDS. Colonel George E. Moore, Columbus, O.; aid-de-camps, Colonel Harry Franklin, Baltimore; Colonel C. A. Smith, Phoebus, Va., and Colonel James W. Branson, Wheeling, W. Va. The several regiments were headed as follows: First, Colonel W. C. Gray of Washington; Second, Colonel John W. Anderson of Pittsburg; Third, Colonel P. H. Edwards of Philadelphia; Seventh, Colonel D. B. Allen of New Haven, Conn.; Twelfth, Major Lawrence, and a regiment composed of Patriarchs made up from the remaining twelve regiments who only sent delegates and officers. The second and third divisions were composed of lodges, households, past grand master councils, national and foreign officers of the order. GREETINGS TO ALL KNIGHTS TEMPLARS: Dear Brothers Sir Knights as your Grand Marshal for the International Conference of Knights Templars which will convene in the city of Washington in 1912, I send you greetings and ask that you begin preparing to make the pilgrimage to that city. Get ready for the grand parade to be held on that occasion. Let us show the world just what we can do in this matter. It will require the united efforts of all who are interested in the success of Templarism to make this a day long to be remembered among our number. I hope that each jurisdiction will keep me informed as to their intention to participate in this grand affair. I shall be pleased to hear from any Sir Knight and to furnish any information he may desire. Yours fraternally, Howard W. Finn, 91 W. Rutland Square, Boston, Mass. ON TO WASHINGTON CLUB. Past Eminent Commander, Walker Williams informs us that Pilgrim Commandery No. 22 of St. Paul, has organized an "On to Washington Club" and they expect to march with swords glittering in the parade at the International Conference which will be held in Washington, D. C. in 1912. St. James Commandery is coming by leaps and bounds. A long felt want has been supplied. Pioneer Lodge of Masons No. 1 of St. Paul closed a deal for a brick dwelling on Rondo St. for $6,250. CONSTITUTION IS DIRECTLY VIOLATED. "It would be a crying shame against the people of the country to admit that the Constitution of the United States was being indirectly violated; and no man is a safe legislator or representative of the people who favors the indirect violation of the Constitution of the United States." —Sen. Heyburn. Some Afro-American pastors would lose their jobs as hod-carriers if they neglected it as they do paying their subscriptions to their race papers. If you discontinue it then they howl, and if you continue to mail it then they say I thought you would have discontinued it when the time had expired. If you write them you get an answer as quick as if you had written to the moon or the sun. Surely Afro-American editors find Jordan a hard road to travel.—Cadiz (Ky.) Informer. DO YOU PAY YOUR BILLS? Last week we sent a statement to many delinquents, who had never paid a penny, but by virtue of high social standing were listed as bonafide subscribers. We cut 200 off our list in St. Paul this week. If we can not get a paid up subscription list—we will suspend publication rather than issue to unpaid subscribers. People are taking an interest in the Twin City Star. They are paying their subscription in advance. Yet many are delinquent, and we are forced to cut them off. Promises do not pay our bills. 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. The Catholic Church has done more for the American Negro than any other of the religious denominations or political porties. It's leaders have drawn around black men the "magic circle of the church" and held at bay the riot-ruffians of the North as well as the hell-hounds of the South. Verily—"More sharper than a serpents' tooth is an ungrateful child. OPPORTUNITY A Negro can come to Minnesota, make a comfortable living, purchase a home, and sit under his own vine and fig tree, protected by its laws and enjoy the fruits of his labors—a life worth living. Don't be afraid to call up Cedar 9282 and tell us of what's going on, we all want to know current events. Just tell us we will do the rest. Don't blame our correspondents if your notes are not inserted. The Editor alone is responsible. He cuts all copy for this publication. A force of Negro Redcaps have replaces the white ones at the Union Station in St. Paul. DR. THOMAS' WORK PRAISED. Field Agent of M. E. Church on Extended Lecture Tour. The Rev. Dr. I. L. Thomas of Baltimore, field agent of the board of church extension and home missions for the Methodist Episcopal church. is on a six weeks' lecturing tour through the south and southwest. He has already visited and lectured at important points in Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi and Louisiana, where he found the work in a most flourishing condition. The latter part of October and most all of November will be spent in the west. He will deliver addresses in St. Louis and Denver and will return to Louisiana to fill a postponed engagement before starting for headquarters in Baltimore. The people are loud in praise of Rev. Mr. Thomas' plans for the observance of John Stewart day, which so far has been a wonderful success. R. W. Thompson as Boy Statesman. According to the ipse dixit of the Pensacola (Fla.) Sentinel, R. W. Thompson of Washington and Indiana respectively, national newspaper correspondent and versatile writer, was the first colored boy to serve as page in the legislature of the state of Indiana. He was in the session of 1880-81, which elected Benjamin Harrison to the United States senate and in which sat James Sidney Hinton, the first colored man to serve as a lawmaker in the Hoosier State. Victory Through Wise Leadership. The man who calls the attention of the nation to its duty to all the people within its borders without regard to race, color or previous condition, the man who advises his race to build homes, buy land, educate its children, contend legally for what is right, are the men who are leading the race up the hill to victory, stbility and national respect. Cause and Source of Race Prejudice. When the colored people were slaves to the whites they met with little or no opposition from them except in the matter of oppressing them beyond their physical strength at manual labor. But since the day they became free there has been no end of opposition to their progress. This, however, is only a sign that the race possesses the necessary elements which characterize the thrifty citizens of any other race. And, again, this opposition does not come from all the white people, but only from such as harbor race prejudice. Doors Which No Enemy Can Shut. There are many hindrances in the pathway of the aspiring colored man, but let it not be forgotten that there are open doors that no enemy can close, says the Washington National Union. In the professions, in the church, school, home and hundreds of industrial avenues we have a field for our highest activities. No one can prevent the blackest man from living a clean life. No one can rob us of the fruits of a Christian character nor the sweetness of lofty ideals. Race Progress Noted in Bluefield. Bluefield, W. Va., is rapidly becoming a thriving center of Afro-American industry. Within the past five years business enterprises have more than doubled in number. Professional men are also located in the town in goodly numbers. Besides the numerous grocery stores and restaurants, there are four physicians, one lawyer, two drugists and one dentist. Orphan Asylum Holds Annual Meeting. The annual meeting of the Society of the Brooklyn Howard Colored Orphan Asylum was held at the city office of the organization at 545 Herkimer street. Brooklyn, the latter part of October. The reports showed that notwithstanding the heavy expenses during the year the institution is in a healthy condition both physically and financially. From Section Hand to Engineer It may not be generally known, but nevertheless it is a fact, that a colored man presides at the throttle of an engine that pulls one of the fastest trains on the Pennsylvania lines west of Pittsburgh, says the Norfolk (Va.) Journal and Guide. His name is William G. Burnes of Indianapolis, Ind. He runs between that city and Columbus, O. Mr. Burnes has been in the employ of the company for over thirty-five years. He began as a section hand and was advanced from one grade to another as he increased in skill and efficiency until he was promoted to a passenger engineer about twenty years ago. Brooklyn Woman Leaves $70,000 Estate The will of Mrs. Anna M. Fisher, who was buried from the Siloam Presbyterian church in Brooklyn on Sunday, Oct. 29, was sled for probate on Tuesday, Oct. 31. Mrs. Fisher left an estate valued at $70,000. She was one of the wealthiest colored women in Brooklyn. Mr. Francis H. Gilbert, who is the register for the National Negro Business league, is the executor of the estate, which consists principally of bonds and mortgages except the house in which she lived. Mrs. Fisher was ninety-three years of age. We have received requests for "library copies" of the Twin City Star from some of the leading institutions of learning throughout the country, and we have added several new exchanges to our list. The Star is the popular paper of the Northwest. Read The Twin City Star. Race prejudice in America, while contrary to reason and equity, has accomplished one great and necessary good for the Negro. It has served as a stimulus to more determined effort and is now on the verge of accomplishing race solidarity to a greater extent than has ever before been existent. God moves in a mysterious way. His wonders to perform, and what we consider hardships are often blessings in disguise. It is sometimes wise to punish a man in order to awaken his latent energies and the same is true of races. Those who suffer most become the strongest because they have triumphed over hardships. The rosy path in life is not conducive to the development of latent power and the thorny path of prejudice has done more to stimulate Negro effort than anything else. There will come a time when this prejudice must fall and go the way of all other discarded implements of civilization and that time is not far away. The Negro is making good.—Yonkers (N. Y.) Standard. Success to our charity workers. They have brought good cheer and comfort to many unfortunates in the Twin Cities. Everyone should aid them in their most noble work. IT DOES LOOK BETTER. The world must be getting better. Nobody was lynched in Pennsylvania last week—Charleston News and Courier. ASCENT OF UNCLE TOM It is only about 44 years since Uncle Tom was a slave, owning nothing, not even himself or his baby. Now the census of South Carolina discloses the fact that of its total of 176,180 farms, 96,696 are owned by Negroes. Bravo, Uncle Tom! You are doing "powerful" well. In fact, you are doing better than a lot of white men!—Minneapolis Daily News. "JESUS PAID IT ALL." (The Portland Advocate) "Refused Notice," every editor has received them, says an exchange. The postmaster sends them to the editor. For instance there was a man by the name of, we'll say John Jones, who refused to take his paper out of the postoffice. He didn't want it any longer. We understand what was the matter. Upon investigation of our subscription book, we found John short $7.70. He stopped his paper as a matter of economy to us. A few evenings ago we stepped into a church and John's melodious voice rang out loud and clear in the soul-stirring song, "Jesus Paid It All." We might have been mistaken, but his earnestness impressed us. The next day we sent him a receipt in full, begging his pardon for not knowing he had made an assignment of his liabilities to the Lord. UNLIMITED LAWLESSNESS. The sentiment of the American public knows no bounds. They choose any time or place to perform any ceremonies which may appeal to their fads or fancies. — The lynching of Negroes by white men is prevalent, yet the lynching of white men by white men has proven that this lawlessness is not born of prejudice alone, but out of a custom practiced by these public executioners, who disregard the written laws of the land and hold justice as a mockery. The items from the classes, make the news of the masses. Read the Twin City Star. TO OUR SUBSCRIBERS 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. 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 it. All subscriptions are invariably due in advance. No subscription taken for a less period than three months. Sent your notes to the "Star" office. SAMPLE SHOES. BEST BARGAINS DAHL'S-1424 WASHINGTON AV. S. GEE? but you're glad to see a paper from your home town, when you're in a big city, that's why the Twin City Star is popular. All of our representatives when abroad can point with pride to the news from home—The Star—the paper that placed the people of the Twin Cities before the public. To subscribe is to pay. Subscribe now. Two Dollars a Year. THE FORAKER CAFE. OPEN FROM 6:30 A. M. TO 9 P. M. THE TWIN CITY STAR Independent Republican. No. 13 Saturday, December 2, 1911 Entered in the Post office at Minneapolis, June 23, as second class matter. Published Every Saturday by CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 1419 Washington Ave. So., Minneapolis, Minn. Subscription by Mail, Postpaid. ONE YEAR ..... $2.0. SIX MONTHS ..... 1.25. 3 MONTHS ..... $ .75. Advertising rate per inch 50c. 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"And he will judge between the nations and will decide concerning many peoples; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruning hooks; nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more.'—Isaiah 2:1v. PAID UP SUBSCRIBERS are our best "Boosters" Are you one? "Wherever any race or group of people learn to do a common thing in an uncommon way, by putting brain, skill and conscience into labor, that race or group of people is likely to solve all the problems that surround them."—Dr. Washington. EX-MAYOR AMES IS DEAD. Doctor Ames was laid to rest this week. He was always good to his friends, and he counted among them many of our race. He was buried with military honors being one of the first volunteers for the Civil War.—Men of all ranks of life attended his funeral. "To live in hearts we leave behind; it not to die." Peace to his ashes. Why We are Thankful. We are exceedingly thankful for our existence, to our patrons for their support in the past, hopeful for better things in the future. THANKSGIVING DAY. Thanksgiving Day is set apart for services of Thanks to the Divine Creator for his blessings to humanity. As a race the Negro should be especially thankful. His condition has never before been better, his opportunities greater, or his prospects brighter. As individuals, we are entering the various avenues of life a fair competitor and a worthy foeman, fighting inch by inch for business considerations and commercial equality. Providence has protected us and industry and intellect will advance us. "Give Thanks unto the Lord, for he is good, For His mercy endureth forever. The Republicans will try to re-elect Mayor Keller—but the Democrats are making strenuous efforts to get some one to beat him. Who is he? The Guide, "Hustling" Morgan's Daily has been enlarged, and its "make up" is classy and columns very neway. How do you do it, Hustler? Plank For Next Republican Platform The Pythian Monitor thinks that in order to win in 1912 the Republican party should base its campaign on human rights and fair play for the unarmed down, regardless of race, color or previous condition. Thus is written the first plank in the next national Republican platform. We heartily acknowledge the exchanges of the "Southern Life Magazine," "The Sodallan," "The Clarion," The "Pioneer Press" The "Newport News Star" and "Norfolk, Va. Journal and Guide" which have recently added to our lists. THE SUNDAY FORUM. ST PETER'S A. M. E. CHURCH. 3:30 P. M. Funeral of Fire Lieutenant, Thomas Smith, Attended by Hundreds. Smith, Attended by Hundreds. Indianapolis, Nov. 13.—Race prejudice was completely obliterated Monday afternoon when 1,00 people paid a tribute of reverence to Lieut. Tom Smith, the veteran negro fire fighter who was killed in a collision last Wednesday. Seldom has such a concourse been witnessed in this city as was seen in the Allen chapel on Bradway, between Tenth and Eleventh streets, when relatives, members of the fire department and scores of the parents and children who live near the engine house at Sixteenth and Ashland avenue filed past the casket of the dead hero of the black brigade before the service at 2 p. m. The kindly old face of Tom Smith, beloved of little children, was at rest in a bower of flowers in which friends invested hundreds of dollars. Beside the coffin was tribute of the lieutenant's own company, 16—a broken wheel wrought in lilies and roses, and near it loomed the floral gift of the whole department, the words "Indianapolis Fire Force" encircling the figures 158, the number of Smith's badge. Rev. J. R. Harvey, pastor of the Allen Chapel A. M. E. church, and Rev. Frank O. Ballard of the Memorial Presbyterian church expressed the sentiment of the firemen's admirers, and in that throng there were none who listened more intently than the children of the neighborhood of the fire house who had ridden the chargers at times, held secure by the protecting hand of "Daddy Tom." The service was not long and after it was over six firemen bore the casket to the hearse which carried it to Crown Hill. The pallbearers were Clarence W. Miller, John Allen and John Logan, colored, and Phil Kyle, James Cassiday and Barley Dugan, white. Company 16 also attended as an escort. The daughter of the lieutenant, Mrs. Ida M. Smith, arrived Monday morning from Voncouver, B. C., the funeral having been delayed a week by her long journey. Lleut. Smith's post is now being filled by William McGee, colored, and Firemen Allen and Logan are substituting for Thomas Howard, who was badly hurt in the collision, but who is improving, according to reports from his home.—Sxt. Indianapolis Sun. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION. It is necessary that the personals must be sent by Wednesday. Be sure and sign all communications. Our Civic Club and Charitable Organizations use our space freely for their notices, without sending write-ups of their achievements. The public should know. It appears that you are not doing anything. THE TRUTH. There is today a tendency among colored people and among their earnest friends to tell the half-truth concerning the situation of the colored people and to condemn those who seek to tell the whole truth. But where is the harm? many think. If we tell the good things, will not the good things multiply and the hateful things die? No. It is a dangerous thing to dally with the truth. Some of the greatest catastrophes in history have come because the mass of men have been deceived and misled as to the truth of conditions by timid, well-meaning persons, who, knowing the awful facts, suppressed them systematically and spread the sweet and gentle lie. There are friends of black folk in this land. There is continual advance in human sympathy. There is an awakening in the white South on the race problem. All that is true. It is also true that the Negro American today faces the crisis of his career; race prejudice is rampant and is successfully overcoming humanitarianism in many lines, and the determination of the dominant South to beat the black man to his knees, to make him a docile ignorant beast of burden, was never stronger than today. This is the truth. Let us tell the truth, unpleasant though it be and through the truth seek freedom. There is no other way—The Crisis There are "57 varieties" of public entertainments given in Minneapolis (by the Charity Clubs, Lodges, Churches, and House Parties) where admission is charged. Nearly all suffer from lack of attendance. Our best institutions deserve support, and we are willing to give it. There are too many factions pulling against each other. The spirit of harmony must prevail or individual efforts are worthless. "A house divided against itself shall not stand." The Negro Press is advocating the enforcement of the Vagrant Law. TWIR CITY STAR Where Fashion Reigns Pearces 403 405 407 NICOLLET Everything for Women's Wear—Popular Prices The Very Latest Ideas in all that pertains to Women's Wear. N. W. Nicollet 450 The Elliott H PROMPT SERVICE Send Us Your On COAL, COKE and General Office: 120 S. 5th St Real Estate Loans, & Rentals Insurance F. PEOPLES REAL ESTATE CO. Contracting and Building 236 BOSTON BLOCK. MINNEAPOLIS Phone N. W. Main 9767. DAN WILLIAMS CAFE open all night. N. W. Main 9767 306 SO. THIRD ST. BUSINESS MEN'S LUNCH 15c SPECIAL SUNDAY DINNER 25c. A RESTAURANT AND DAIRY LUNCH ROOM HAS BEEN RECENTLY OPENED BY MR. GEO. DAVIS AT 154 E. THIRD ST. SERVICE IS THE VERY BEST. YOUR PATRONAGE IS SOLICITED.—Adv. ROYAL FAMILY DANCING CLASS. ARCade HALL 1311 Washington Ave. So. CLASSES EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT Newest Dances Will be Featured. Admission 25c. TYLER'S ORCHESTRA. Refreshments. S. Reddixx, Mgr Dancing From 9 P. M. to 2 A. M. HAIR CUTTING 15 CENTS. You will get First-class Workmanship in St. Paul at Fuller's Barber Shop, 126 East 8th St. The Newport Restaurant TABLE d'HOTE and A LA CARTE. JUST OPENED--FIRST CLASS 378 MINNESOTA MINNESOTA STR. ST. PAUL, MINN. CURTIS RAYMOND DAN'L L. JONES Up Stairs Phone, Cedar 9510 THE SILVER MOON CAFE 45 EAST THIRD ST., ST. PAUL PRIVATE DINING ROOMS Mrs. Nora Young, Prop. High Grade Work Moderate Prices Phone T. S. Center 4085. H. Larson Photo Studio 313 Washington Ave. Se. My Work for the Colored People has Always Given Satisfaction. 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. THE ST. LOU UP STAIRS 138 EAST THE OLDEST AND BEST D MRS. JULIA H LADIES' AND GENTS' CLOTHES CLEANED, PRESSED AND RE- PAIRED. WORKMANSHIP FIRST CLASS, Called for and Delivered. Most reasonable terms. WILLIAM DUNIGAN. TAILOR. 1311 WASHINGTON AVENUE SO. N. W. Phone, Nlc. 3380. PRINTING FIRST-CLASS WORK MODERATE PRICES BRING YOUR JOB WORK TO THE TWIN CITY STAR 1417 Washington Ave. So. MINNEPOLIS, MINNEASOTA Phone: T. S. Center 2520 The Elliott Fuel Co. PROMPT SERVICE Send Us Your Order For COAL, COKE and WOOD General Office: 120 S. 5th St. MINNEAPOLIS MACEO CLUB C. W. KING Manager 725 WASHINGTON AVENUE SO. N. W. Phone Nicollet 1404 MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. --- NOTICE OF REMOVAL. Foraker Cafe Changes Location. Having secured a desirable location at 511 4th Ave. So., I wish to notify the public that I have fitted up a first-class Restaurant, with all up-to-date appointments, and will be open and ready for business on and after Oct. 10, 1911. Hoping to have your patronage in the future and thankful for your support in the past. Yours for the race, M. G. RUTLEDGE Proprietor of Foraker's Cafe. Just opened Destrable Location On All Car Lines THE CARVER HOTEL 1308-10 WASHINGTON AVE. SO. 28 Newly Furnished Rooms. Mrs. Alice (Mother) Carver, Prop. N. W. Phone Main 863 BARBER SHOP AND BATHS. MDME. EMMA TAYLOR-JONES 725 WASHINGTON AVE. SO. N. W. Phone Nicollet 2724. HAIR-DRESSING SHAMPOOING. Treats the Scalp, and Stops Falling Hair. Appointments made in St. Paul or Minneapolis. THE DICKERSON CAFE 208 Hennepin Ave. Minn. McCALL DRUG CO. CUT PRICE DRUG STORE COR. 4th St. and 2nd Ave. S. MINNEAPOLIS "THE PRESCRIPTION STORE" JUIS KITCHEN THIRD ST. T. B. 2718 MINING ROOM IN ST. PAUL INSON, PROP. THE NEW HOTEL HOWARD 112 WASHINGTON AVE. N. Furnished, Rooms—Gas and Bath N. W. Main 9566 Minneapolis N. W. Nic. 1534. T. S. Center 719. WILLIAM H. H. FRANKLIN. Attorney and. Counsellor at Law. 1020 Metropolitan Life Bldg. Notary Public. Minneapolis, Minn. 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RUTLEDGE, PROP "Senator Foraker's Political Life is an Open book" THE FORAKER CAFE ELECTRIC LIGHTED (ESTABLISHED 1908) 511 FOURTH AVE. SO. Special Sunday Dinner 25c Business Men's Lunch 15c FROM 12 TO 3 P.M. FROM 11 TO 2 P.M. B. FINK, Wholesale Dealer in FINE WINES AND LIQUORS Headquarters for Railroad Men Cor. Third and Robert St., ST. PAUL Sole Agents of YellowStone Whiskey (bottled in bond.) Liquers sold at wholesale to the trade. ALL BRANDS OF BOTTLED BEER Who Said Beer? There cool g Golde There is always a pleasure in knowing then cool glass or two of sparkling Golden Grain Belt B There is always a pleasure in knowing there is a nice cool glass or two of sparkling Golden Grain Belt Beers awaiting you. There can be no purer or better beer, brewed than these and for flavor, well just judge for yourself. MINNEAPOLIS BREWING CO. J. H. BOGIE, Fash 522 NICOLLET AV Makes Good Clothes at L SPECIAL DESIGNS for SP J. H. 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The luminum Coom is easily detached from the heating hair. then, the comb goes back into place and is held by a turn of the handle. The Magic Heater is also suitable for curling irons, has a cover and bag. Magic Shampoo Drier $1.00. Magic Alcohol Heater $0.50. Libre price for Literature today. Magic Shampoo Drier Co., Minneapolis ON SALE AT McCAUL'S DRUG STORE. Cor. 4th St. The Magic will not burn or injure the hair, because the combs are heat-sealed. The Aluminum Combs are heat-sealed in the alcohol or gas heater. The Aluminum Combs is easily detached from the heating bar, then, after the bar is heat-sealed, the hair is removed. ed the comb goes back into place and is held by a turn of the handle. The Magic Heater is also suitable for curing irons, has a cover and can be carried in a hand bag. Magic Shampoo Drier $1.00. Magic Alcohol Heater $0.50. Liberal terms to agents. 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