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MINNEAPOLIS DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST.PAUL MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY. Defective Page VOL. 2 Single Copies 5 Cents for the truth and for the poor ministers of the church he must be humiliated and kept in the rear. We believe that the time has come when men everywhere are seeking for the truth, for in righteousness has God laid the foundation of the church and has ordained that truthful and honest men shall manage his Zion." Zealous Women Aid Race Organization The Brooklyn committee of women which had charge of the recent campaign to raise $100 for the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People reports receipts a mounting to $127. SIXTH ANNIVERSARY OF PHILADELPHIA PYTHIANS. Philadelphia.-The subordinate lodges of Knights of Pythias recently celebrated their sixth anniversary with a sermon at the Varkir Memorial church. The lodges were in command of Grand Chancellor B. G. Collier and made a magnificent showing. The order formed at the Masonic temple on Locust street and marched with the Second regiment, under the command of Colonel H. G. Scroggins, and, headed by the famous Elks' band, proceeded out of Locust street to Broad with the Second Regimental band of Knights of Pythias following, with 700 knights neatly attired with Prince Albert coats and silk hats. When the procession stretched out on Broad street it reached from Locust to Fitzwater, and, with drums beating, flags and banners flying, it was conceded that it was one of the greatest demonstrations of colored men ever witnessed in the city. The line was perfect, and the conduct of the members was in keeping with the order. Here six years ago this organization was practically unknown, but under the matchless leadership of Grand Chancellor B. G. Collier it has progressed to the front rank of fraternal organizations. It is expected that the demonstration of the grand lodge on the 24th of July will eclipse that of previous demonstrations. The First and Second regiments will give a dress parade in the afternoon of the 24th at Washington park, Philadelphia, and an exhibition drill in the evening. The program rendered at the recent celebration was admirably arranged, and the dignitaries of the order were in evidence. Sir E. J. Waring, master of ceremonies, acquitted himself nobly. NEW BISHOP AS AN EDUCATOR Selection of College President and Zealous Worker For the Advancement of the Race For High Official Position In A. M. E Church Meets With Popular Appreci. By GEORGE FRANCIS KING. Columbia, S. C.-Because of the substantial achievements for the Methodist Episcopal church made by the Rev. Dr. W. D. Chappelle, A. M., president of Allen university, Afro-Americans in this section are proud of his recent election to the bishopric. He was born of slave parents in Fairfield county, S. C., in 1857. He received his early education in the Fairfield Normal institute. The narration of his life, especially at this time, shows his native ability to stand hard knocks and win out. His first public work was teaching in the rural district, which he did from 1880 to 1882. The zeal to accomplish results for the spiritual and material uplift of his race led him to the ministry, which caused him to intelligently prepare himself for the great work. He entered Allen university and graduated with honors in the year 1887. Upon graduating he rapidly grew into prominence and filled a number of important positions in the church. For eleven years he served as presiding elder and a general officer of the church for eight years. As secretary of the Sunday School union he has been a potent factor in this branch of the noted activities of this able religious agency. As a legislator he is conservative, forceful and a mighty leaven in the general conference, of which he has been a member consecutively since 1888. Dr. Chappelle is now completing a remarkable six years as president of Allen university, having served two years before he went to Nashville, Tenn., as the head of the Sunday BISHOP W. D. CHAPPELLE. School union. He is an ardent advocate of high education, to which he has given much time. The students of Allen university idolize him, and unanimously they prefer him to remain as their president, but the members of the church in this state and the church in general feel that he is needed on the bench as one of the leaders of the church because of his excellent contribution to the success of the church and loyalty to his principles. He is honest, frank and brimful of courage and has always stood for Christian manhood, free speech and equal opportunity in the church. He is a unique character in the connection and is often opposed because of his native aggressiveness, but he is always found on the side of right in a fight and never retreats; hence he is popular with the masses. In a recent article he assailed the method of allowing men to enter the ministry of the church by lowering the bars and not coming up to the requirements of the church, causing the serious condition of the prepared young men to turn their backs on the ministry in many conferences. Because of the article referred to there were those who said that Dr. Chapelle ought to keep quiet if he wanted to be elected bishop. But Dr. Chapelle said that he would rather be right and at ease with his conscience by doing the great work which God has committed to him than to be elected bishop of the A. M. E. church. "We believe," said this minister, "that the ministers of our church have outgrown that narrow and contracted idea that because a man speaks out Subordinate Lodges Make Fine Showing—Chancellor Collier In Command. The pet feature of this organization, of which it boasts, is its endowment department, created through the efforts of the grand chancellor in 1910, during which time the fund of that department has amounted to $18,385, and since July, 1911, it has paid out $5,050 in death claims to windows and orphans ranging from $50 to $300. Arrangements are being made for the next grand lodge session, which will convene in this city on the fourth Tuesday in July. The climax came when Sir N. L. Young pictured the grand chancellor in his magnificent address in a manner that made the grand chancellor concede that he had raised the fence too high. The address of the grand chancellor on the order was timely and to the point. The annual address was delivered by the Rev. C. W. Gaines, who paid a glowing tribute to the members and officials of the order. Afro-American Land Holdings. In Macon county, Ala., the colored people own 61,689 acres of land; in Liberty county, Ga., the race owns 55,048 acres, and in Louis county, Va. 53,268 acres in farm and timber land. CLIO SCHOOL IN NEW HOME. Institution Founded by Mise Minott Benigns In Larger Quarters. Reopens In Larger Quarters. The Clio School of Mental Science recently moved into new and roomy quarters at 135 West One Hundred and Thirty-sixth street, New York. The reopening was the occasion for a large gathering of former students and friends of the institution, which is so sably conducted by Miss Adena C. E. Minott, A. M., founder and proprietor. The school was for many years located at 487 Sixth avenue, where it grew to such proportions as to make it necessary to secure larger quarters and more adequate facilities for class work. The usefulness of the school is attested by the large numbers of students and graduates which it has prepared for business and professional life. The advisory board consists of the following well known and influential persons: Mr. Fred R. Moore, chairman; Mrs. Frances R. Keyser, vice chairman; Professor Adena C. E. Minott, secretary treasurer; Mrs. Addie W. Hunton, Menco H. Wolfe. Dr. Dr. W. H. Brooks, Rector H. C. Bishop and the Rev. Dr. E. G. Clifton. READ THE STAR—IT'S NEWS. Subscribe now. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., JUNE 8, 1912. SCHEME TO MEET COLONEL'S FIGHT President's Friends Assert He Has at Least Thirty-five of the Fifty-three Members—Roosevelt Men Will Not Try to Select Presiding Officer for the Contest Hearings. Chicago, June 6.—A plan to meet at once the full force of Colonel Roosevelt's fight to control the organization of the Republican national convention, by making permanent the temporary organization, with Senator Elijah Root as chairman, was partly agreed on by Taft leaders who are here for the session of the Republican national committee. The control of the national committee by Taft forces is said by members friendly to the president's candidacy to be certain. When the committee meets to organise for the hearing of contested delegate cases the Roosevelt forces will not attempt either to seat R. B. Howell of Nebraska to succeed Acting Chairman Rosewater or to select a Roosevelt committeeman as presiding officer for the contest hearings. Fresh from conferences with Colonel Roosevelt at Oyster Bay, Senator Dixon and National Committeeman William L. Ward of New York made it clear that the Roosevelt managers were not behind the claim of Mr. Howell to a seat on the committee. He will endeavor to present his own case, contending that his recent endorsement in the Nebraska primary entitles him to the place; but members of the committee expect a speedy decision against him. Work Before the Committee. The committee will select a successor to Chairman John F. Hill of Maine who died last winter, adopt rules to govern the hearing of the contest cases, decide whether to give publicity to the hearings and arrange the time to be allotted to each case. There are at present more than 238 delegate seats in the convention for which contests have been prepared by either Taft or Roosevelt. The first of the cases will be taken up Friday morning. Senators Crane, Penrose and Sanders were busy canvassing the situation. It is said that Taft leaders regard at least thirty-five of the fifty three members of the national committee as favorable to the president's candidacy. The ultimatum from Colonel Roosevelt that Senator Root must not be selected as temporary chairman, which was reiterated by Senator Dixon on his arrival in Chicago, was met by a strengthening of the Taft forces in opposition. The Taft leaders determined not only to adhere to their purpose to seat Senator Root, but to call upon their forces to help make him the permanent chairman of the convention when it meets June 18. Senator Dixon outlined the Roosevelt program. He declared the Roosevelt forces would fight to the last ditch in the effort to overthrow Senator Root for temporary chairman of the convention, but that they would take no part in the effort to seat new members of the national committee to defeat Victor Rosewater of Nebraska for chairman of the national committee or to obtain control of a majority of the members of the committee. The Roosevelt manager denied many current stories regarding Mr. Roosevelt's plans and asserted that "no statements will come from any source but my office" as to the plans of the Roosevelt forces. "The vote against Senator Root is part of the moral support which men pledged to Roosevelt must give if they are to carry out the spirit of their instructions and pledges," Mr. Dixon said. WISHES OF PRESIDENT TAFT Root May Be Permanent and Temporary Chairman. Washington, June 6.—Senator Elibu Root will be the permanent chairman of the Chicago convention, as well as the temporary chairman, if President Taft's wishes prevail. This fact came out after Senator Root had called on the president by invitation and Mr. Taft had made known his wishes in the matter. The temporary chairman will be reported to the convention by the national committee, subject to the ap- proval of the convention. The permanent chairman will be reported by the committee on permanent organization, made up of one member from each state and territory, reported from the floor of the convention, following the temporary organization. The wishes of the candidate for president usually are considered by the convention. Margaret Sangster Dead. Newark, N. J., June 6.—Mrs. Margaret E. Sangster, author, editor and poet, for years a distinguished contributor to the World of Letters, died at her home in Maplewood. Major Cunningham's Work Appreciated The colored people of Cudiz, O., were quick to recognize the efficient services of Major David Cunningham, member of the Ohio state constitutional convention, in his contention to have the word "white" stricken from the new constitution, which will come up for adoption at the fall election this year. Major Cunningham is a believer in equal rights and justice for all citizens without regard to race, color or creed. His success in the convention is the success of all Americans who believe in justice and equality according to law. Hon. Harry C. Smith also serves much credit for the part which he has taken in co-operating with Major Cunningham in matters of legislation. Odd Fellows Prepare For Future Work Pittsburgh Odd Fellows have begun active preparation for the annual sermon to the fraternity, which will be held in Wheeling, W. Va., in May, and field day exercises, which will occur at Rock Springs park in June, and the trip to Atlanta, Ga., in September. Colonel John W. Anderson has recently named his official staff for the ensuing year. Brooklyn Woman Leaves $7,000 Estate The will of Mrs. Anna M. Fisher, who was buried from the Siloam Presbyterian church in Brooklyn on Sunday, Oct. 29, was died 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. Biennial Meeting of Odd Fellows. The members of various lodges of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows are selecting their delegates to the session of the biennial movable committee of the order, which takes place in Atlanta in September. From present indications Ben Davis, editor of the Atlanta Independent, will be elected grand master Grand Secretary James F. Needham will be opposed for reelection by Past Grand Master William L. Houston. Julius C. Johnson of Baltimore has many assurances from various sections of the country of support in his campaign for re-election as grand treasurer. Snug Sum For Atlanta Baptist College. Notwithstanding the prevailing high price of food, clothing and fuel, the colored people raised the neat sum of $15,000 for the Atlanta Baptist college within the past year and a half. The school freely recognizes the merits of Afro-Americans in every department of its work. There is no subterfuge or red tape about its willingness to give the race a square deal. Zion Churchmen to Meet In Salisbury. The annual meeting of the Washington and Philadelphia conference of the A. M. E. Zion church will be held in Salisbury, Md., beginning on Wednesday, June 12. Bishop Alexander Walters will be in charge. The Twin City Star Cost less than any other local Negro paper. Then, spend your money as you like. Each issue speaks for its self. WESTERN UNIVERSITY SUMMER SCHOOL Instruction in Special Branches. Instruction in Special Branches. Western University, Quindaro, Kansas, is to operate a Summer School, this summer beginning June 10th, just after Commencement, and running six weeks, or until July 19th. The Industries, Manual Training, Pedagogy, Psychology and a Special Course in Instrumental and Public School Music will be given by a selected Faculty. Special lecturers like Dr. L. B. Moore, of Howard University and Prof. G. N. Grisham, of Kansas City, will be heard from time to time. The indications are that the attendance will be large from Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Nebraska, Iowa and adjoining states. The location of Western University is one surpassing beauty and President Kealing proposes to look after the Social as well as the Scholastic features of the Session. FLAG READY FOR ODD FELLOWS Loyal Devotee of Time Honored Fraternity Christens Trophy at Big Social Function Before Sending It to New Temple in Atlanta—Johnson on Speaking Tour. Washington.—A large and beautiful American flag, 20 by 10 feet, will be unfurled from the flagpole of the new $100,000 Odd Fellows' temple in Atlanta, Ga., on the day set for the opening of the session of the biennial movable committee in September. It will thereafter continue to adorn that historical structure as a permanent patriotic decoration. The flag is made of the finest bunting and manufactured expressly for the purpose mentioned. It is to be the gift of General Henry Forrest of Washington, a prominent member of the Grand United Order of Dodd Fellows. He enjoys a nation wide reputation as a philanthropist and public GENERAL HENRY FORREST. spirited man of affairs. The charming banner has been shipped by express to the officials of the order in Atlanta, ready for display in September in connection with appropriate dedicatory ceremonies. Before sending away the precious trophy General Forrest conceived the idea of dedicating it here and with characteristic generosity invited a number of congenial friends to assist him in the performance of this interesting function. The affair took place the latter part of May in the spacious headquarters of the Odd Fellows' Journal. An elaborate luncheon was served by Caterer Emanuel Murray, and the welkin was made to ring with wit and eloquence during its discussion. Associate Justice W. L. Houston acted as toastmaster, and among those who spoke in enology of the whole souled host and of the cause which he sought to honor were Messrs. H. P. Slaughter, editor of the Odd Fellows' Journal; J. N. Golus, manager of the Golus Printing company; R. W. Thompson, general correspondent; Emanual Murray, W. H. H. Terrell and others. General Forrest responded in a felicitous vein. A handsome necktie was presented to Mr. Thompson by the host. A telegram was dispatched to Acting Grand Master Henry Lincoln Johnson, regretting his enforced absence on account of speaking engagements in Georgia. This is the first instance on record where a member of our race has made a present of a fine American flag to wave over a building owned by a fraternal organization, and the act is destined to become historic. The general is noted for his liberality in helping secret orders, churches and needy individuals, and one of his most notable benefactions is his annual dinner given to the nurses of Freedmen's hospital. General Forrest is a widower and lives in a handsomely appointed flat in Carrolburg place. For many years he has been connected in a responsible capacity with the Pennsylvania railroad. It is expected that at the Atlanta B. M. C. he will be chosen as inspector general of the Patriarchate, the military arm of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows. Smoke the Reliable 5c SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR 5c No. 42. PEREGRINO AS LIBERATOR. Secretary For Rhodesian Affairs Lauds Work of Cape Town Editor. Cape Town, South Africa.—Mr. F. Z. S. Peregrino, editor of the Cape Town (South Africa) Spectator, is doing splendid work in South Africa, both as a journalist and as the accredited representative of King Lewanika of the powerful Barolong tribe. It was at the suggestion of Mr. Peregrino that slavery was abolished in Barotseland a few years ago. The following letter will show in what esteem Mr. Peregrino is held by British government officials in South Africa: Lealit, South Africa. Dear Mr. Peregrino, I cannot allow you to depart without placing an record the most high services you have rendered the cause of progress and liberty in the Barotse valley. You arrived here at a time when this administration was grappling with a very difficult and delicate problem and wherein the paramount chief and the Barotse national council were antagonistic and by throwing the weight of your presence won the day for liberation and civilization. You may not possibly appreciate the value of the great service you have rendered to the cause of humanity, but I feel sure that one day the Barotse nation will rise up and thank you therefor. I am, very faithfully, yours. MASAS F. WORTHINGTON, Secretary for Native Affairs, Northwest Rhodesia. This is indeed high praise and worthy bestowed. Mr. Peregrino is a native African, a full black born at Accra, on the Gold Coast, and he is capable of matching intellect with any man of his age and inches, whether on the rostrum or in the subtle art of diplomacy. He is now (May, 1912) on a diplomatic mission for King Lewanika at Mafe king, S. A. CONCORD HOLDS REUNION. Increase in All Departments of Flourishing Brooklyn Church. At the annual reunion of the Concord Baptist church, in Brooklyn, held the last week in May, the trustees' report, read by Secretary Graham H. Carter, showed receipts of $10,070 for the fiscal year. Rev. Dr. William M. Moss, pastor of the church, has done a great work during his pastorate of not quite two years. The membership has been largely increased, and all departments of the church are in a flourishing condition. Dr. Moss is an alumnus of the Virginia Union university and has been in the ministry for over twenty-one years. He is an eloquent preacher, safe leader and successful pastor. The Sunday school is graded into eight departments and has a membership of over 500. N. B. Dodson, the general superintendent, was elected in October, 1892. The teachers' training department is conducted by Mrs. R. P. Hamlin, general secretary. The receipts for the fiscal year outside of voluntary contributions for various purposes amounted to more than $800. HOWARD COLORED ORPHAN ASYLUM CHANGES NAME. By a decision rendered by the supreme court the Brooklyn Howard Colored Orphan asylum, which recently moved from Brooklyn to Kings Park, will be known henceforth as the Howard Orphanage and Industrial Training School of Kings Park, N. Y. In its new surroundings the school is provided with opportunity for vast improvement. It is in need, however, of a school building, hospital and chapel, an administration building and a building and equipment for industrial trailing. To supplement the various trades taught the boys and girls it is proposed to install a cement block making plant, which will enable the institution to provide material for new cottages and other structures necessary to meet increasing demands for the housing of hundreds who seek admission. The amount required to carry on these improvements is $100,000. When they get half that amount, however, the authorities announce that they can erect the first stories of buildings and gradually complete the work. The institution has abundant acreage, a splendid outfit of farm buildings and farming appliances and a fine stock of horses and cattle. The water is pumped from a well 330 feet deep, and the cottages are homes of comfort. But, as stated, the schoolrooms, hospital and rooms for industrial training are simply make-shifts where the best results are impossible. The rooms are altogether too small to carry on the work of the institution. The institution is ably conducted by the Rev. James H. Gordon as superintendent, with a board of managers of which the well known Robert N. Whiting is chairman. The orphanage is supported in the main by voluntary contributions from the churches of both races in Greater New York. EVERYBODY'S DOING IT NOW. Buying at Pearce's, 407 Nicollet. REMOVAL SALE. REDUCED PRICES. We BEG that those who send notes will Write Facts Plainly—on One Side of the Paper—Leave a Space between each Item, and Use Common Sense. This is very Important. Rev. T. J. Carter, Pastor. 11 A. M. "Hearing and Doing." 8 P. M. "Hypocrisy and Sincerity." Mrs. E. Cheatham, M. Carity and Loretta Wright were baptized last Sunday evening. All are invited to attend the Sunday school at Bethesda church. Mrs. Jennie Watson, the Supt. invites all who attend morning services to remain during the Sunday school session. The Ladies of Minneapolis will entertain the delegates attending the Educational Congress. That means success at the start. The women of the race in Minneapolis are always ready to make good, but the men as a unit are undependable. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. Mrs. E. E. Whitfield was in our city last week and addressed the congregation at evening service last Sunday. Mrs. Whitfield is one of the field agents of the National Training Schools for Colored Girls at Lincoln Heights, Washington, D. C. She is a forceful speaker. While here she was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. T. J. Carter. She left Monday for Des Molnes, Ia. We will give space to the political meetings held at Zlon Baptist church. Rev. Withers is a hustling politician. W. S. Malone is also one of the political boosters. We reserve the right to refuse to insert gratis the notes of Zion Baptist Church, and will do so until we are thoroughly satisfied that Zion is the house of God and not a house of merchandise. There are many of our pastors unfit to wear the cloth, and yet they are tolerated. Have we the right to suffer for the evil doings of these pulpit pirates. Rev. Wharton was exported—Rev. Malone was demoted and Rev. Withers may profit by their example. Brother—Get right or go. Mrs. Lizzie Burke, 3811 Snelling Ave., who has been ill at her home for over three weeks is slowly improving. Mrs. Wm. Smith, 2433 14th Ave. So., has been ill at her home during the past week. Mrs. Lizzie Edwards of Chillicothe, O., is visiting her daughter and son-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. Turner, 623 6th St. No. Mrs. Belle Walker and Miss Lady Walker of Deadwood, S. D., the mother and sister of Miss Eva Walker, the dramatic reader, are at her residence, 4046 42nd Ave So., to locate permanently. Mrs. W. L. Johnson of Duluth was the house-guest of Mrs. John Sellars during past week. She left for home Thursday, after spending a pleasant week-end. Dr. Scott of Louisville, guest of Mr. and Mrs. C. D. Howard, left for his home at the close of the Conference. We wish to announce that the name of Emma Thompson as a member of the Household Committee was printed as per copy, but she was not a member of that committee. Mr. and Mrs. Earl Ehler have moved to 623 6th St. No. All copy not inserted will be returned upon receipt of sender's address and postage. Mr. J. W. Briggs, 1113 Wash. Ave. So, is much improved after an attack of heart trouble. We were asked why the Star did not have a Social Editor. Star answers and says "that there are 57 factions, hence it would necessitate the employment of 57 regular and some more assistant editors. We can't do this, but we are receiving enough personal notices and doing nicely. Thank you. Exceptional Values in Ladies Goods. You can make money by taking advantage of the opportunities offered at Pearces' down-town store, where they are cutting prices on account of going out of business at that location. Not one article will be moved into the up-town store, and for this reason they are daily offering their entire stock at greatly reduced prices. If you want a safe investment, attend their removal sale which is to run until the entire stock is sold. CITY FEDERATION MEETING. The City Federation will meet with the city organizer, Mrs. Tillie Brigham, 3616 Elliott Ave., on Monday afternoon, June 10th. Election of delegates, and a good program. The Forum meeting last Sunday was fairly attended. President Bullock presided. Prayer by Chaplain. Program was a memorial one, was opened by singing, "America." Mr. W. R. Morris, the orator of the day was unable to attend, and Sergt' t. J. W. Harper, the honored old veteran of the 54th Mass., and retired Sergeant of the U. S. Regulars, and Charles S. Smith, a veteran of the Spanish-American war, made short addresses on the military record of the Negro. Mrs. J. R. White of St. Paul, an active worker of the Ladies of the G. A. R., made a grand appeal tote ladies to perpetuate the Grand Army, and kept alive the memory of our departed heroes. Sergt' t. Harper is always an interesting speaker. His military bearing and striking personality identifies him with the "old line vets" who did well and are fast passing to "Fame's eternal camping ground." The reading of Current Events by Mr. Jasper Gibbs, Jr., was very instructive. The musical program consisted of a Piano Solo, "Spring Beautiful Spring," by Miss Adina Adams of St. Paul, who proved her musical ability. The special feature was the Violin Solo by Prof. David Johnson of St. Paul, accompanied by his father, Prof. Johnson. The Johnsons are accomplished musicians, and David is already recognized as a symphony artist by the music-masters. Mrs. E. E. Whitfield represented the National Training School at Washington, illustrated the different departments with protos, and stated that the Bible, Broom and Bath tub were essential to the home training of young women. Many delegates were appointed to attend the Negro Educational Congress at St. Paul. Delegates names will be published later. Expressions of condolence and a floral offering were sent to the Misses Smith of Alrich Ave. No., as an expression of sympathy in their bereavement—the death of their mother, Mrs. Mary H. Smith. The meeting was lengthy but much was accomplished. The next meeting will be the Election of officers for the Semi-Annual term, which is at Bethesda church on June 16th, 1912, at 3:30 P. M. DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENT. DEATH OF AN OLD RESIDENT. Mrs. Mary H. Smith, for twenty-eight years a resident of Minneapolis died at her home, 207 Aldrich Ave. N. Saturday, June 1st, at 4 A. M. Funeral services were held from the home Monday at 2 P. M. Mrs. Kate Smith and the Messrs. John Hickman and Claude Jackson, assisted with the music. Interment at Lakewood. CARD OF THANKS. Miss Effle Smith and sisters wish to thank the many kind friends for their help and sympathy, and the many beautiful floral tributes, in their sudden bereavement. YOUNG MEN'S PROGRESSIVE CLUB OF MINNEAPOLIS The Young Men's Progressive Club gave their first annual ball at McElroy Hall last Monday. There was a large attendance and it was a social success. The gathering was cosmopolitan, and every one present enjoyed themselves. Mr. F. D. Gamble introduced the officers and briefly stated the purposes of the purposes of the Club. McCullough's Orchestra furnished excellent music as usual. The ladies were nicely costumed and the members of the club were in evening dress. Mr. J. Edw. Stewart is the Adviser of this organization. Officers and Committee of arrangements: Clarence McCullough, Chairman; Walter L. Harris, Pres.; Carl Wade, Vice Pres.; Harry Lee, Secretary; Leon Minor, Assistant Secretary; Fred Gambol, Treasurer. Geo. Smith, your auto-liveryman, can be found at the Milwaukee Depot Carriage Stand. Call South 4936 at all hours. CALL TO CONVENTION. The Eight Annual Convention of the Afro-American Woman's State Federation of Minnesota will convene in St. Paul, June 27th and 28th, at Pilgrim Baptist Church. All clubs, whose aim and object is to uplift humanity and who are striving to reach the heights of all that is good, pure, and noble, are invited to meet with us, and be enrolled on our membership. Further information may be obtained by writing to Ione E. Gibbs, State President, 2844 12th Ave. So., Minneapolis. Mattle R. Hicks, Secretary, 463 Thomas St., St. Paul, or to Ida N. Sellers, State Organizer, 2420 Riverside Ave., Minneapolis. Mrs. Ione E. Gibbs, President of Sojourner Truth W. C. T. U., was appointed one of the three counting tellers at the Annual Convention of District 17, Hennepin County. Sessions were held in Wesley M. E. Church. Mrs. Gibbs and Mrs. Jennie Allison were the only Afro-American delegates in attendance. TWIN CITY STAR WAITERS HOLD MIDNIGHT COPY MUST R SMOKER. The National Waiters held a midnight smoker at K. P. Hall on Wednesday night which was attended by more than 50 employers of various hotels. P. F. Hale presided. Speeches were made by Walter Dodson Hamlet B. Rowe, W. W. Ulmer, A. Adams, P. H. Southall, Harold Kimborough. Al. Moss, Irvin Welborne, Preston Langley. Billy D. Black, Judge Johnson, Junius Dungee, C. S. Smith, Sylvester Oliver. Geo. Holbert was the principal speaker. The object was to invite cooperation and perfect organization among the waiters. The meeting began at 1 A. M. and adjourned at 5 Refreshments and cigars were plentiful, and it was one of the most enthusiastic meetings ever witnessed. Messrs. J. H. Cooke and W. W. Ulmer were the originators of the unique entertainment. FORAKER CAFE REMOVED. The Foraker Cafe will be closed June 1-2 and will be opened on June 3rd at 308 Fourth St. So. Remember the new location, opposite the Court House. Mr. M. G. Rutledge invites your inspection and solicits your patronage. M. G. RUTLEDGE, PROP. Mr. John A. Dickerson, the manager of Dickerson's Combined Shows, left Thursday for the road. This Great Carnival Company is composed of 3 white and 1 Negro shows. They will play extended dates in Alberta, Can. Mr. Dickerson is the manager for the entire cmpany. Messrs. Joe Williams, Eldridge Williams and Eugene Shucks left Wednesday to join the company. Hon. W. R. Morris, a Negro, has announced his candidacy for Judge of Probate Court of Hennepin Co. Success to atty. Morris. Mr. Thos. Henry Green, a respectable Negro citizen, who purchased a lot and built a house in Bloomington Ave. has been annoyed by his white neighbors, who objected to his residence in that locality. Mr. Green has met the situation nobly. We are informed that on account of ill health he was unable to resist the contending forces, and he sold out rather than fight against odds. We know that we should contend for our rights, but there are times when discretion is better than valor, especially in these parts where the Negro must fight single handed and alone. SEE THE GIRLS OF 1912. Tachida's Hall, June 13th. ST. PAUL We beg that those who are indebted to us, send us their subscription by P. O. Order. The Zion African Presbyterian church, Rev. E. W. Gilles, Pastor, has moved to 458 Western Ave. St. Paul. PLEASE SEND YOUR SUBSCRIP TION. Many who have promised to pay their subscriptions have failed to do so. We request that those who owe us, pay something. Several of the older residents of the Twin Cities have been unaccustomed to paying for Negro newspapers, yet they want their news inserted. We can't afford to carry this weight. Those who wish us success will not ask us to send the Twin City Star without payment. Miss Margurite Douglass, of St. Louis, Mo., director of the kindergarten at Gukleh, Okla., is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Nadine Mitchell. Miss Mary E. Fletcher will spend the summer at Annandale. Mrs. Oliver Taylor has gone to Chicago. Mrs. Edgar De Baptist is convalescent. Mrs. Monroe Duncan, 57 Sycamore St. is improving after a long attack of rheumatism. Mr. Alex. Tucker has arrived in Denver, Col., where he went to recuperate. Mr. Tucker had a severe attack of bronchitis. He resides at 2535 Clarkson St. and many will be glad to know that he is improving. Mr. Tucker is exceedingly popular and of brilliant intellect. He is a native of Petersburg, Va., where he has a host of friends. Mr. Columbus Walden, the barber, is now at the Red Moon shop, 124 E. 3rd St., where he will be glad to meet his former customers. Mr. C. E. Coleman, of the Independent Political Club of Omaha will represent Mr. Alex Tucker, Pres., of the Ramsey Co. Afro-American Club of St. Paul during his absence. Mr. Coleman invites his friends to call and enjoy the privileges of the Club. The items from the classes, make the news of the masses. Read the Twin City Star. READ THE STAR—IT'S NEWS. COPY MUST REACH US BY WEDNESDAY. PIONEER LODGE ELECTS OF- FICERS. Pioneer Lodge of Masons met Monday evening and elected the following officers: M. N. Pryor, W. M.; F. D. Gamble, S. W.; George W. Edwards, J. W.; Walker Williams, Treasurer. J. H. Charleston was held over until his successor was elected and qualified and W. L. Green, Assistant Secretary. Mr. Geo. W. Willis has returned from Ohio, where he spent several weeks among the "Buckeyes." "THE GIRLS OF 1912." Musical Comedy. The Girls of 1912 will appear in a very beautiful Musical Comedy under the auspices of the Queen of Sheba Chapter of the C. E. S. Thursday, June 13, 1912, at Tschild Hall for the small admission price of 35 cents. McCullough's Orchestra will furnish the music. This will be a great event. Mrs. and Dr. Val do Turner of St. Albans St., entertained at luncheon Wednesday in honor of Mrs. W. L. Johnson of Duluth. Mrs. John Sellars of Minneapolis aid Mrs. F. L. McGhee and her visiting guest, Mrs. Pitt of Canada were the invited guests. Mr. Chas. Lazenbury is not much improved. Mr. Lloyd Maxwell is convalescent at St. Joseph Hospital after an operation for appendicitis. The new lodge of Odd Fellows, named in honor of Frederick Douglass will be set up next Wednesday, June 12, at the Hall, cor. University and Farington Ave., under the auspices of Mars Lodge No. 2202. Miss Margaret Adams, the lovable daughter of Editor and Mrs. J. Q. Adams, seems to be improving in health. She is cheerful and hopeful, which is a large asset to an invalid. The Star hopes for her speedy recovery. Mr. John M. LaCoste, headwaiter at McGhee's Hotel left June 6th for an extended trip to Seattle, Portland and Vancouver, stopping enroute two weeks at Merry Hill, Wash. Mr. LaCoste will spend his three weeks vacation during this trip. We hope him a very pleasant stay in the Northwest. Mr. Wm. Henderson, formerly of St. Paul, passed enroute to Seattle his home on the private car of the Pacific Coast S. S. Co. Two furnished rooms desirable for man and wife, to respectable parties. Apply to Chas. F. Jones, 614 McKubin St. St. Paul. The entertainment given by the Daughters of Isis on Monday was a social and financial success. Subscribe to the Star. Everybody's News—Everybody's THEIR RETRIBUTIVE TACTICS. Some of the defeated politicians have declared war on the Star, and refuse to give us the ads of societies where they belong. Keep your ads, but pay what you owe us, and don't get out on that limb. Dr. A. H. Wilson of the Lincoln Hospital of Indianapolis, Ind., is visiting his brother, Mr. Harry Estes. Messrs. Schuyler Phillips of Minneapolis and John H. Dillingham of St Paul have secured their positions as janitors during the special session of the Legislature. Mr. Ralph Wheelock, secretary to Gov. Eberhart, promised a delegation of the representative Negroes of St. Paul that he would appoint a Negro to a mental position in the Capitol once held by Mr. R. M. Johnson. Does it mean that our best representative men must BEG for the appointment of a spitton washer? Yes, and the Governor demands their support in return. That Old Folks, Home investigation came off, and it is rumored that Mr. Jos. Elsinger has withdrawn his proposed endowment. He caught somebody "with the goods." FIVE CENTS A LINE. Send 25c in stamps with your "Rent ada." and they will be inserted, and a copy containing insertion will be sent to your address. Write plainly. Address The Twin City Star, Minneapolis. Buy the Twin City Star. Dickerson has announced that he has put on his "Special Spring Service." Cholest American and Chinese Dishes. Help of all kinds furnished. We make a specialty of furnishing waiters for Banquets and Parties. Hotel in connection. Lee Johnson & Ben O. McRay, props. Phoné Cedar 8413. 45 E. 3rd ST., ST. PAUL, MINN. TO Duluth Superior Three Good Week Day & Two Sunday Trains over "The Duluth Short Line": Northern Pacific By. LAKE SUPERIOR LIMITED Lv. Minneapolis ..... 2.00 p. m. Lv. St. Paul ..... 2.30 p. m. Ar. Duluth ..... 6.85 p. m. TWIN PORTS EXPRESS who sight train has electric lighted sleeping cars, open for occupancy at both Minneapolis and St. Paul depot after 9 p. m. TICKETS Lith and Phoebe St. St. Paul, Phones 1266 19 Nissin House Blk. Minneapolis N. 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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 Min- neapolls, The day of the Town Crier Is past. Be uptodate, 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 Bo out and loiter around and read hand-bills and hang-up notices. They read the Twin City Star. READ THE STAR—IT’S NEWS. ‘ TWIN CITY STAR eT : now recetved in the 61 VERY WELCOME [=== Jaw taxing estates. Minnesota inheritance added over $2,000,000 strong box. This y ‘amount collected will Sem of $750,000. Attorney Smith, who ts in che Eberhart’s Slam at Lieutenant | torcemont ot the law, Gord to see the collections ® year. The other da; Governor orden. ‘Wealthy New York ests = nesota property, to ha and sums of $3,000 a CAMPAIGN IM FULL BLAST] essen Bes of daily occurrence. are holders of Great } t+. Legislature Ir, Extra Session and All| Twin City political Gubernatorial Candidates Somewhat startled las sudden descent of Sta Working Overtime. ‘Restth and & eeattaita. St. Paul, June 4—The legislature s in session; Governor Eberhart, to use a sporting expression, has taken @ slam at Licutenant Governor 8. Y. Gordon, one of his rivals, and the Meutenant governor has come back at him, so it might be sald that the 1912 campaign has been fully launched. What the finish will be Providence alone can tell. I would not care to even make a guess. The whole thing is entirely too hazardous. Outside of the special session and the flurry at- tending the gathering of the Iawmak- ers the most noticeable event of the week was Governor Eberhart'’s letter to “ye voters.” To fall again into slang, it was his excellency with his back to the wall and the excuse was an enswer to certain attacks on the gov- ernor’s administration alleged to have been made by Lieutenant Governor Gordon. In briet Governor Hberhart’s letter was to the effect that the fail- ure to pass a statewide primary law, & reapportionment act and other de- manded reform legislation at the last session might be properly charged up to Mr. Gordon because of his failure to co-operate with the administration. Governor Eberhart pointed out that he had recommended all these named reforms in his message to the legisla: ture and that any faflure could be properly charged to the Browns Valley man. He inferred broadly that Mr. Gordon was actuated more by his own political ambitions than the interests of the state, All in all the statement was one hardly in keeping with the heretofore “soft pedal” methods of the administration and it made many sit up and take notice, The whole thing was like @ voice from the dead and it was duly welcomed by the Twin City reporters, who are now praying for more. “That's the stuff,” was the gen- eral expression. It was probably the most peppery document the governor has put out since he assumed com- mand of the ship of state. tee Newspaper editors and publishers long ago reached the conclusion that calling the other fellow was only help- ing advertise his wares and this is the only criticism that I have regard- ing the governor's latest letter “to ye voters.” Through his letter he has publicly acknowledged Lieutenant Gov- ernor Gordon as a rival worthy of notice. The fact that his message to the last legisiature is rather vague on the question of a statewide primary— & Minneapolis paper of repute defies bim to show that he ever advocated such—or that he failed to give reap: portionment its proper backing—I know he did as his message has a ringing paragraph covering that sub- Ject—ts neither here nor there. It 1s the dignitying of the other fellow. 1 am afraid the Browns Valley man has pulled him into a trap. Governor Eberhart is perhaps the most modest man in the gubernatorial chair of the states today. He has no use for a controversy, deplores criticism and his letter attacking Mr. Gordon is sur- prising because of this fact. Some un- usual pressure must have been brought to bring it about. Pending today in many of the state departments are matters of public interest that the old Johnson “Kitchen Cabinet” would have worked into administration boosting material without delay, but not so the Mankato man. He is not given to sounding his own praises. tee ‘There is no foundation for the story except rumor and itis to the effect that Charley Mitchell of the Duluth News Tribune may become identified with Governor Eberhart’s pre-conven- tion campaign. Whether in a public ity or a managerial way the rumor does not say. As the guiding spirit of the editorial page of his paper Mr. Mitchell has been saying some nice things about his excellency, with side stuff of the peppery kind for the gov- ernor’s traducers. Mr. Mitchell has figured in more than one state cam- paign and his work was always ef- fective, tee ‘There 1s nothing to show as yet whether the special session of the legislature now on will be productive of a statewide primary law, a reap- portionment act or any of the other reform measures proposed by the gov- ernor, but if there is any failure it will not be because of any lack of desire on the part of the members of the two houses. When the two bodies convened there was @ general disposi- ion to get down to work without de- lay and unless other threatened legis- Jation intervenes such will prevail to the close of the session. It cannot be said that the members are pleased over being called together. It means a loss of money to many of them and they resent it bitterly. ae} Minnesota inheritance tax law has added over $2,000,000 to the state's strong box. This year alone the ‘amount collected will not be far short of $750,000. Attorney General L. A. Smith, who is in charge of the en- forcement of the law, says he expects to see the collections reach $1,000,000 ® year. The other day he forced one ‘wealthy New York estate, holding Min- nesota property, to hand over $50,000 and sums of $3,000 and $5,000 from titled deceased Europeans are almost of daily occurrence. Most of them are holders of Great Northern stocks. tee Twin City political circles were somewhat startled last week by the sudden descent of State Chairman Ed Smith and a quartette of his followers upon the headquarters of Lieutenant Governor 8. Y. Gordon in the Mer- chants hotel. The visit was following a dinner held at a local restaurant immediately after the holding of the special meeting of the central com- mittee and Ed, who was greeted by the surprised lieutenant governor, an- nounced that the call was simply one of respect. “We dared your manager, Mr. Arenson, to invite us to visit you,” said the chairman, “and he called our bluft.” Mr. Smith assured Mr. Gordon that he was for Governor Eb- erhart first, last and all the time, but that his preference did not prevent him from respecting the opposition. tee The call for the state nominating convention was rescinded at a meet- ing of the Republican state central committee last week. Efforts were made to rescind it conditional on the Passage of the proposed statewide primary by the legislature, but the members refused to sanction the scheme. Rather reluctantly the pas- sage of a statewide primary act wae endorsed, but beyond that the few members refused to go. The discus- sion was on the question whether the law to be passed should be a mere ex- tension of the present law or one based on a first and second choice. Senators Sullivan and Stephens, who were present, thought this was going too far and they successfully headed off any action other than that taken. tee A first and second choice and even a third choice provision in the primary law now under consideration is due to be fought out with vigor by the mem- bers of the legislature and there is no telling what will be the outcome, but the general feeling 1s that some- thing along this line will be incorpo- rated. Those candidates now outside the pale of the administration are de- manding it and are starting a cam- paign for its adoption. Governor Eb- erhart and his followers are credited | with opposing this. first and second choice feature, but State Insurance Commissioner Preus, who is as close as anyone to his excellency, says this fs not so, He hokis that Governor Eberhart would be benefited and bases his belief on talks had with of- elals in other states where such a law is in force. He holds that the "man in office has the best of it under & first and second chotce provision. +++ With Governor Wilson the bene. | ficiary of the coming Democratic dele gate convention it looks as if Frank A. Day, he of king making fame, had come back into his own and there are thpse who say he will again be on the Job this fall. Another winner was F. |B, Lynch, national Democratic com- mitteeman from Minnesota. Mr. Lynch's scalp wae sought by R. T. O'Connor and D. W. Lawler of St. Paul and he distanced them without ‘effort. His only comment at the close was that the contest might have been loser had any other men than D. W. | Lawler and former Labor Comm!ssion- er W. W. Willlams of Minneapolis | been in charge. The intimation was | thatthe publle dld not have any cond _dence in the two. The only district | carried by the Clark forces was the Fouth and there Mr. O’Connor was on | the Job, | +++ | A miscarriage of the convention's | instructions would be without prece- | dent, but it does look as if I. A. Cas- | well, manager of the Roosevelt cam- | Daign in Minnesota, would have to | fight for the honor conferred upon him—Republican national committee. man. The action of the cenvention |{s only a recommendation, which bas to be ratified by the delegation when it meets at Chicago, and from all ac- counts that ratification will not be permitted if a few now after his scalp |can prevent it. Andy Rahn, who man- aged the Hennepin end of the Roose- velt campaign, is said to be opposed [to Mr. Caswell and 1s openly fighting (him. It is hardly likely that the |delegation will disregard the wishes |of the convention in the matter of the Anoka man's appointment, but Mr. |Caswell is not going to take any ‘chances. He has redonned his fight- ing clothes and is after the opposition Alvah Eastman, the St. Cloud edi- tor, who followed the announcement of Congressman Lindbergh's candl- dacy for United States senator with one of his own saying that he would try for Mr. Lindbergh's job, is not going to have a clear field. Oppost- tion has developed in the person of Charles March of Litchfield, « rela- tive of Peter Hanson, former secretary of state. Another relative {a Ripley Brower of St. Cloud. Mr. March has announced his candidacy for the place and he is expected to give Mr. East: man a run for his money. THE COUNTY CHAIRMAN, PROFESSOR DAVID JOHNSON, VIRTUOSO, Who Plays A Real Stradivarius. 8T. THOMAS EPISCOPAL SCURCH Sth Ave. So, and 27th 8t. Minn. Rev A. H. Lealtad, Rector. Service at 8 o'clock P .M. All are Invited. Come. ST. PETERS A. M. E. CHURCH, 224 Bt. very Sunday 10:20 a. mand 8:08 p. tn Sunday school at 12:90. "Rev. FM. Lewis, Pastor. 8ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH, 315 Bight Ave, So, Munday services at it Ste my, Qunday Benogl att p: m. Rev. E. R. Edwards, Pastor. BETHESDA “BAPTIST CHURCH, 1120 Eighth Street So. Preaching are Sundey morning and evening. “Rev. So tarter, Pastor. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH, éth Avenue Rivand ih Bt Gervicesmomitg and evening ‘ech: Sunday. Rev. At 'W: Withers, Pastor. 8T. PAUL. ‘St. James A. M. E. Church, Rev. H. P. Jones, Pastor, Cor. Jay and Fuller Sts. All are welcome. ZION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 458 WESTERN AVE. 8T. PAUL. Rev. E. W. Gilles, Temporary Pastor. POLITICAL INACTIVITY. Prof. Kelly Miller in the “Political Capacity of the Negro,” says that elimination of the Negro from office means his elimination from politics. The Negro should have a voice in the affairs governmental, both local and national, in proportion to the sup- port he gives that government. The Negro is due some political representation as a matter of right, not as a matter of favor. Numerical- ly we are strong enough to demand this. If we get together. ‘The Negroes of Hennepin Co., should interest themselves in the State tickets. UNLIMITED LAWLESS8NESS. ‘The sentiment of the American public knows no bounds. They chose any time or place to perform any ceremonies which may appeal to thelr 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 {s not born of prejudice alone, but out of a custom practiced by these public execu: tloners, who disregard the written laws of the land and hold justice as a mockery. A REAL NEWSPAPER. A newspaper isn't simply a bare chronicler of events. It is a personal ity. It comes into your house almost as a member of your family. ‘What sort of a person do you like to have visit you? He ought to be honest, courageous, no hypocrite, and a gentleman, with a real interest in you, ready to lend a hand {f you need help. Cheerful: ness and good humor are excellent qualities, and a wide range of in- terests. ‘What do you find in The Star? It has opinions, of course, and it speaks them out freely. They are its own and they are not influenced by outside interests. 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