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DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST.PAUL MINNESOTA HISTORICAL active Page VOL. 3 Single Copies 5 Cents J. E. Moorland Called Live Wire Man. The Baltimore campaign closed on Thanksgiving day with $31,000 subscribed. This was $6,000 more than was asked. The Y. M. C. A. composed of white men has pledged $50,000, and the $25,000 offered by Mr. Rosenwald will be used in erecting a modern building. The campaign in Baltimore was remarkable in that it was the work of all classes of citizens, who worked indefatigably during ten days to raise the sum needed. W. F. De Bardeleben, general secretary of the Baltimore Y. M. C. A.; James A. B. Callis, president, and In- A. H. ternational Secretary Moorland, who directed the campaign, were the leading spirits in marshaling the host of workers. All of the newspapers, especially the race papers, aided materially in the campaign that caused people of both races to marvel. Even the Baltimore Sun was moved editorially to praise the race for the fine results of the campaign. Secretary Dore Bardeleben is one of the younger men who have consecrated their lives to Y. M. C. A. work. He received the finishing touches of his education at Lincoln (Pa.) university. He taught school for awhile in Texas and entered Y. M. C. A. work about seven years ago. Dr. Moorland has given the best years of his life to the work. He is a native of Ohio. After graduating from a college at Ada, O., he studied theology at Howard university. Washington He is now a member of the board of trustees of Howard university. A "live wire" man in every sense of the word and deeply interested in the work of saving young men, he has rendered yeoman service for the cause. He states that he believes that the splendid way men and women of the race have co-operated in a number of cities in the campaigns for new buildings is paving the way for general co-operation along civic and economic lines. He believes that the money pledged will be collected easily and that the value of keeping pledges will be brought home to many. Splendid Opportunity For Workers. The work that the Y. M. C. A. is doing for the race centers in a department headed by such well known men as Alfred E. Marland, chairman; William Sloane, vice chairman; Frederick B. Schenck, treasurer, and Richard C. Morse, general secretary. Such men as W. Jay Schleffell, George Foster Peabody, Henry B. F. MacFarland, Lucien C. Warner, N. W. Harris and Frank K. Sanders serve on the general committee. Dr. Moorland and Mr. William A. Hunton are the secretaries with general administrative powers. John B. Watson, Atlanta; Robert P. Hamlin, St. Louis; Channing H. Tobias, Augusta, Ga., and David D. Jones, New Orleans, are also employed as international secretaries. A great opportunity exists for consecrated young men to serve as general secretaries for this rapidly growing work for the moral, religious and mental uplift of the men and boys of urban communities throughout the United States. Frederick M. Johnson's New Invention. The new belt feed rife recently invented by Frederick M. Johnson, an Afro-American veteran of the Spanish-American war, has been sent to the war department for investigation as to its merits for use in the army. Johnson claims that the instrument will fire 300 shots at intervals of twenty seconds in succession. Many Free Persons In Slave States. There were in the slaveholding states during the whole period of slavery at least 500,000 free negroes, says the Popular Science Magazine. This can be estimated by taking the total census of free negroes by decades from 1790 to 1860, dividing it half to avoid counting any one twice and dividing again in half to exclude the free states. BIG EFFORT TO AID YOUNG MEN How Julius Rosenwald's Generous Financial Offer For Larger and Better Equipped Buildings For Y. M. C. A. Purposes Is Being Appreciated. Baltimore's Successful Ten Days' Campaign. By FRANKLIN F. JOHNSON. Baltimore.—But few people have an adequate conception of the great part that the Young Men's Christian association is destined to play among the colored people of this country, not only as a conserver of the manhood of the race and a potent force for the religious and spiritual uplift of men and boys, but as a great force in awakening the race to the possibilities of co-operation along various lines. The Y. M. C. A. movement among colored people in this country began to take root about fifteen years ago when Dr. Jesse E. Moorland and W. A. Hunter were employed as international secretaries and placed in charge of the work. Associations were organized in a number of cities, and the work began to grow. Nowadays the small homes of the colored Y. M. C. A. are beginning to give way to modern buildings of large dimensions. The Washington Y. M. C. A. is the first among the colored people to occupy a $100,000 building. Its magnificent home at 1816 Twelfth street is now the scene of varied activities and a most praiseworthy work. The colored people of that city subscribed $32,000 toward the erection of the building. Less than $5,000 of this amount remains unpaid. It may be interesting to note that the first colored Y. M. C. A. in the world was organized in Washington in 1853, just two years after the beginning of the work. Fine Offer of a Chicago Merchant. The great movement for modern association buildings for the race has grown all over the country since Julius Rosenwald, the wealthy Chicago merchant, offered to give $25,000 to any city that raised $75,000 for an associa- DR. J. E. MOORLAND. tion building. Although this magnificent offer was made a little less than two years ago, over $800,000 has been pledged for new buildings in various sections of the country since Jan. 1, 1911. Of this amount the race has subscribed $280,000, nearly half of which has been paid. Mr. Rosenwald's interest in the work among colored people began when he gave $25,000 toward a new building in Chicago. The colored people of that city gave $67,000, and an $180,000 building is now nearing completion. International Secretary J. E. Moorland, who conducted the Chicago campaign, was invited by Mr. Rosenwald to his home to talk over the possibilities of the work among the colored people of the country. With his usual enthusiasm Dr. Moorland gave a graphic picture of the work being done and its possibilities, and shortly after that came the announcement that Mr. Rosenwald would give $25,000 to any city that would erect a $100,000 building. Successful campaigns have since been conducted in Los Angeles, Springfield, O.; Indianapolis, Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Atlanta and in Baltimore. In each city the race more than met expectations. Similar ones are now being planned for Cincinnati, Kansas City and New York. W. F. DE BARDELEBEN. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., DECEMBER 14, 1912. NEW YORK WINS LOCATION FIGHT Permanent Publicity and Legislative Branches Will Be Located at Washington—Executive Committee Decides to Send Commission to Europe to Obtain Material and Ideas for Legislative Use. Chicago, Dec. 12.—New York was selected as the permanent headquarters of the executive committee of the new Progressive party after a fight in which several delegates to the national Progressive conference from several states sought to have the headquarters located elsewhere. The vote stood 32 to 12. Chief opposition to New York came from Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Louisiana, Texas and Wyoming. By a number of the delegates to the conference the selection of New York was received as a victory for George W. Perkins and his friends, against whom some opposition had been developed in the conference. It was decided to establish a permanent publicity bureau and a permanent legislative bureau in Washington. The executive committee voted to send a commission to Europe to study legislation in England, Germany and other countries for the purpose of getting material and ideas for the Washington legislative bureau. United States Senator Joseph M. Dixon of Montana, chairman of the executive committee, was empowered to name this commission of seven members. He announced that he would appoint Medill McCormick and Dr. Walter E. Weyl as two of the members. Adopts Jane Addams Plan. The executive committee adopted the principles contained in the Jane Addams plan for the organization at financing of the Progressive campaign. The Addams plan was not adopted in its entirety because it was believed to be too large an undertaking at this time. For the immediate financing of headquarters and bureaus it was decided to ask for 100 subscriptions of $500 each a year. Six of these, totaling $3,000, have subscribed. They came from the state organizations of New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Michigan, Vermont, Delaware and Pennsylvania. It is proposed to get forty-two more of these $500 subscriptions from the remaining state organizations and obtain the rest from individuals within the Progressive party. Governor Bass of New Hampshire, Matthew Hale of Massachusetts, Louis A. Drexler of Delaware, William Flinn of Pennsylvania and Gustav B. Pope of Michigan were active in assuring financial support. Mr. Hale announced that he would guarantee $1,000 per year for financing the work of the headquarters and bureau. At the conclusion of the meeting George W. Perkins, chairman of the executive committee, announced that the commitee would meet in the Hotel Manhattan in New York Dec. 18. NOT A ONE MAN MOVEMENT Roosevelt Objects to Naming Clubs After Him. Chicago, Dec. 12.—Colonel Roosevelt addressed a gathering of Progressives in the assembly room of the headquarter hotel. "This has been a friendly conference," he said, "and I am glad to be here. This movement has bee fraught with good for the country, which has been the case with no other movement or the last forty-eig + years. One of the great things about it is that t is for all the people of the entire country. "It has been called to my attention that an effort has been made to form clubs under the name of Roosevelt Progressive clubs. I ask you not to do this. This is not a one man movement, but a movement for a principle. Don't ever name any Progressive club after a man who is not dead. As soon as he is dead he ceases to excite antagonism. We are not in this figit to further the fortunes of any one man." We are not responsible for the views of our contributors, and all signed articles of any length are paid for by the writer. SMOKE THE RELIABLE 5e SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR 5e Prominent Citizens Dine Noted Churchman In New York. The testimonial dinner given by prominent citizens in honor of Bishop Alexander Walters at Young's casino in New York on Wednesday evening, Dec. 4, was a magnificent tribute to the bishop's inspiring leadership along various lines of work for the advancement of the race. All lines of distinction as to religious creed and political affiliation were done away with, and men high up in the affairs of church and state, recognized for their successful constructive work for full manhood rights for Afro-Americans under the law, paid homage to Bishop Walters' worth as a leader of his people. Lawyer James L. Curtis, chairman of the committee under whose auspices the dinner was given, acted as the coastmaster. E. P. Roberts, M. D., spoke for the medical profession, and William L. Bulkley, Ph. D., public school principal, delivered the educational address. Other speeches representing the various phases of racial endeavor were numerous. Bishop Walters in his response to the many expressions of appreciation made by the different speakers concerning his work for what he believed to be for the betterment of conditions was modest and had a kind word for every one who spoke with reference to any phase of work undertaken by himself. AFFAIRS IN METHODISM. General Conference Amendment For Election of Bishops by Races. Whether it is a wise procedure to enumerate representation in large organisations where the membership is composed of different nationalities by race is a question which admits of many different answers. Certainly such a course ought not to be necessary in order to secure justice to all of its constituents in religious bodies nor in our national, state or municipal government. Yet if fair treatment cannot be had without resorting to race representation in the various religious and secular movements then let us have it. The experience of those who have long been connected with public movements of the mixed multitude seems to bend in the direction of representation by race. This idea may have come about from the largeness of the individual interests to be fostered and the selection of the person best suited to represent such interests. For instance, at the last general conference of the Methodist Episcopal church the vote favoring an amendment to the constitution permitting the election of bishops for races was 520 out of a total of 565. This amendment is to be submitted by the bishops to the annual and lay electoral conferences at their sessions to be held just previous to the meeting of the next general conference. Bishop Thirkield's Conference Dates. During the month of January Bishop W. P. Thirkield of the Methodist Episcopalian church will hold conferences in Mississippi at the following places: Durant, Upper Mississippi, Jan. 9; Laurel, Jan. 16, and at Lake Charles, in Louisiana, Jan. 23. NEW IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE. Plans For Permanent Central Power and Lighting Plant Considered. For more than a quarter of a century the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial institute, Tuskegee, Ala., has steadily grown not only in the size of its plant, but in the usefulness of its graduates and in the influence which it has been able to exert upon racial conditions throughout the south. The physical growth of the institution has brought it to the point where it is absolutely necessary that a considerable sum of money be spent in putting in a more complete and up to date heating system, water system, sewerage system, as well as a permanent central power and lighting plant. The trustees have had a competent engineer at work for several months studying the problem. He has now prepared plans which will make a saving of at least 20 per cent in the cost of operating the plant over what we are now paying. The entire cost will be $237,728.90. I am glad to say that Alfred T. White and the Misses White of Brooklyn have promised $25,000 toward this amount, provided the remainder can be secured, says Principal Booker T. Washington. In view of the work that Tuskegee has done and is doing for the whole country, the trustees feel that the school is justified in asking for this amount of money, which it is hoped will be secured within the next few months. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION. Arcibishop Ireland Denounces Feeling Toward Negro as Unchristian. Noted Catholic Prelate Puts Ban on Color Line. I am pleased to be here to meet my colored friends, to say how welcome they are in the Catholic Church, and how pleased I am to see that the many white people who are here as good Catholics recognize that they are children of God, and all should be good Christian brothers. The Color Question. Color is a mere incident. Children of God have as much right to be pleased with one color as another, and to think in this case that we are better only shows our silliness and our ignorance. Against this ridiculous prejudice Catholics are banded to protest most strongly and continuously. ARCHBISHOP IRELAND. When that prejudice enters into a mind there is no true Catholicity, and I am anxious that the white Catholics will agree with me in this matter. This prejudice exists only in America, and it is the only country where there should be no prejudice, because it is the country for the equality of men, the prime doctrine of the constitution, but one class did not live up to it and made one class servants of another. Fortunately this did not last, and all were put on the same level. Yet many whites remain non-American, but wherever the Catholic Church has sway this prejudice has been wiped away. Archbishop Ireland spoke of the history of the Catholic Church, its recognition of the black race. He spoke of the black Popes, St. Cyprian and St. Boniface, who ruled the Church and of its Bishops in other countries, also the five Negro Priests of this country, two women were present. He commended the good work of Father Dorsey, and that he had invited him to give his mission, that he was pleased with results, also that Father Dorsey would return in about a year to continue the work. The Purpose of the Mission. There is but one thing that brings people into the Church, and that is their personal interest. Therefore we invite the colored people to study the history and principles of the Catholic Church, the Church of the Ages, and to learn its doctrines. Father Lang, the parish priest, will interest you with books, literature and instructions, and if you are conscious that you want to join us, we will receive you. The purpose of this mission is to give you this information and to extend this invitation. Father Theobold of St. Paul will speak to the colored people every second Sunday evening in this Church, beginning Dec. 22nd. All are invited to attend these services. THE OUTLOOK IS ENCOUR AGING. Praises Dr. Washington's Work. Condemns Gov. Blease, Who Does Not Represent the Good White Men of the South. Father John A. Dorsey, a Negro Priest, delivered one of the most interesting and instructive lectures at St. Charles Catholic Church on Sunday afternoon. His subject, "The Condition of the Negro in the South," was masterly presented to an appreciative audience. Father Dorsey said that the general conditions in the South were very good, and the Negro is doing great things for himself and his people. Along professional and other lines he is better off than the Negro of the North. He spoke in highest terms of Dr. Booker T. Washington and said that he was working for the masses, and he was for the higher as well as the industrial education of the Negro. Father Dorsey regretted that the Negroes were in a great way responsible for Jim Crow conditions, and that there was a low element of men and women of our race, whose morals are so low, that they do not respect anyone, and of these the lowest were the women. Also many Negroes higher up when elected to office had sold out the rights of his race, and he had an occasion to tell many of them so. Many Negroes are working side by side with white men as skilled mechanics and engineers, and are drawing the same salary. He said that there was a sad condition in the cotton country, where the blacks worked extra long hours, with small pay, where child labor was employed, but that this was due to ignorance, and the graduates of Tuskegee were doing much to better these conditions. The rural schools of the South are not up to the standard. Teachers are not paid enough salary — but the Southern Negroes were taking advantage of every opportunity and are desirous to get education, even paying the teachers out of their own pockets. The Negro is a character to be reckoned with in the South. He is facing every opposition without outcry, but coming up gradually. These are the darkest days. Yet we are not despairing but ever hopeful, laboring patiently. The silent forces are the ones that do the work in every nation. Negroes are employed as Union Labor in many places. The homes of the colored people are among the best in the South. The one-room cabin is a thing of the past. Negro Colleges were up to the highest standard, and great progress is being made by professional tradesmen, doctors, dentists, bankers, lawyers, and skilled mechanics. The better classes of both races are working harmoniously together, both in the city and country districts. The Crime of Lynching. He said that the crime of lynching was the curse of the South. Often crimes were committed by persons with blackened faces, and an innocent person lynched—and many conditions, such as race riots, are reported in the newspapers that never happened. The white press of this country is our worst enemy. Governor Blease does not represent the good white men of the South neither Tillman or Vardaman. He is not talking as a man, but as a politician. Politics in the South are dominated by the corrupt politician and the ignorant voter. The better class depricate such statements about lynchings, etc. As a proof of his assertion he referred to the remarks of Sen. Davis of Arkansas at a demonstration in honor of Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, when he said that he favored lynching, and dumfounded his audience. Roosevelt, when introduced, said, "that any man or set of men, who would conduct a lynching, were guilty of wilful and deliberate murder," and he was cheered by 10,000 persons who sat silently at the remarks of Mr. Davis. Father Dorsey said that moral reforms were needed and that educational training along all lines would solve the problem. We need education to become better citizens, as the uneducated men and women of any race are the most detrimental to humanity. At the evening service he concluded a series of lectures which he has conducted in the Twin Cities. Father Dorsey greatly impressed his hearers, and his mission has done much for the uplift of his race along the religious and social lines. He is an eloquent speaker, well qualified to fill such an honored position in his Church, and a credit to his race. IOWAN MAY BE IN CABINET Jerry B. Sullivan, Boosted for Job, Called East by Wilson. Des Mines, Dec. 12.—Jerry B. Sullivan, supported by Iowa Democra for a positn in Woodrow Wilson cabinet, received a letter from the president elect asking him to meet him in New York on his return from Bermuda. Mr. Sullivan's name has been mentioned in connection with the portfolio of commerce and labor. Darrow Trial Jan. 6. Los Angeles, Dec. 12.—The second trial of Clarence S. Darrow on the charge of bribery will begin Jan. 6. Deputy District Attorney Ford announced that the state had decided to try the lawyer on the charge that he bribed Robert Bain, one of the jurors in the McNamara case. LIFE SENTENCE FOR MURDERER Negro Who Killed White Man at Duluth Found Guild. Duluth, Minn, Dec. 7.—Thomas James, a Negro who fatally stabbed Rudolph Miller, white, during a quarrel in a saloon here last October, must sped the remainder of his life behind the bars of the Stillwater penitentiary. A jury in the district court last evening found him guilty of murder in the second degree, which carries with it a sentence of life imprisonment only. Judge Dibell, who will sentence James, has no option of making the prison term shorter. The penalty for first and second degree murder in Minnesota is the same. 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. But God commendeth His Love toward us in that while we were yet sinners Christ died for us.—Romans 5:8. For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.—Romans 6:23.—Selected by E. W. Gilles. 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. ART EXHIBIT AND SOCIAL. "The Mothers Effit Club" gave a social Friday evening Dec. 6th at the home of Mrs. H. H. Griver, 2319 Columbus Avenue. The attendance was large, and proved to be very intrustastic. The ladies of the club placed on exhibition great stacks of real Classy Hand Made Fancy Work, which was a direct product of their effort at past club meetings. The exhibit was praised by all. Feature of the evening—Cards and Music. Supper was served by the ladies of the club. Mrs. W. Critic, Pres., Mrs. C. T. Sexton, Sec. MR. J. TURNER WALL GOES TO N. Y. Will Return in a Few Weeks. J. Turner Wall was called suddenly to New York City on business of importance and expects to return in about thirty (30) days, but has left his business so it can be easily handled by Mr. F. Peoples, the Builder and Contractor, assisted by their very able and competent clerk, Miss Essie Mason, which goes without saying, that the business will be well taken care of until his return, which we hope will be in a very few days. Mr. Wall has done much good for his people in Minneapolis, and we hope he will ever be a Minneapolitan, as men of our race with his hustling qualities are needed in Minneapolis. Messrs. James L. Titus and Raymond W. Cannon have been elected delegates to represent the Mu Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity at the National Convention, which meets this year at Columbus, Ohio on Dec. 27-29. Mr. Willie Shelback, formerly of Minneapolis, has built a modern hotel costing $3,000 at Saskatoon, Sask. in Canada. He has opened in connection a first class barber shop, where Mr. James Smith, the well known barber, is employed. Mr. John Warren arrived from Winnipeg enroute Hot Springs, Ark., for his health. He expected to leave today, after spending a few days among old friends. Mr. and Mrs. Edw. Puckett have moved to 521 11th Ave. So. FOR SWEET CHARITY SAKE. XMAS CHARITY BALL MASONIC HALL 24th St. and 5th Ave. S. MINNEAPOLIS McCULLOUGH'S ORCHESTRA GOOD MUSIC—REFRESHMENTS. Admission 35 Cents COMMITTEE OF ARRANGEMENTS. MRS. J. N. SELLARS, CHM., MR. W. M. SMITH, MRS. HELEN JACKSON, MRS. DAISY GUILBERT, MRS. ROBERT GLENN, MRS. HARRY GREVER, MRS. J. H. MAXWELL, MRS. LILLIAN BURRELL. MR. EDWARD HAMMOND, GENERAL MANAGER. "The Best of All is Charity." A Special Con UNTIL JANU A Monthly Negro Magazine and a Weekly Negro Newspaper. We have arranged with the managers of THE CRISIS, the best Negro magazine, to give our readers the advantage of a SPECIAL COMBINATION SUBSCRIPTION, "The Crisle" and "The Twin City Star." In order to increase our circulation Editor The Twin City Star, 1419 Washington Ave. So., Minneapolis, Minn. Please send THE CRISIS to ... St. Please send THE TWIN CITY STAR Cut out this coupon, and mail with City Star. GRAND OFFICERS ANNUAL VISIT. Grand Master Chas. H. Robinson of Minneapolis and Grand Lecturer H. J. Shelton of Duluth, will make their annual official visit to Anchor Hillyard Lodge No. 2, F, and A. M. at their next meeting on Dec. 17th, at Masonic Hall, 24th St, and 5th Ave. So. All brethren are requested and expected to be present. J. R. Eddings S. W., Dr. R. S. Brown, Secy. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence McCullough, Mrs. J. E. Stewart and Misses Viola and Lillian Johnson returned Thursday from Chicago, where they spent Thanksgiving. Mrs. McCullough brought home some of the latest dances, which they will feature during the winter season at her classes at the Masonic Hall. They were well pleased with their trip, and were well received socially in the Windy City. Miss Rosella Sample of Portland Ave. entertained at dinner Messrs. Earl Stewart and Miss Florence Cunningham of Minneapolis and Mr. Vernon Barksdale of St. Paul. Mrs. Elizabeth Southall has recovered from the effects of a fall a few weeks ago. Mrs. Jas. Leeke has fully recovered from a serious operation performed by Dr. Brown at Asbury Hospital, and has returned to her home 502 E. 24th St. Mrs. William Neal, 1823 5th Ave. So., left Asbury Hospital last Wednesday, where she has been under the care of Dr. Brown. Her many friends are glad to hear that she is convalescent. Mrs. Coribne Howard, the mother of Mrs. William Neal is visiting her daughter. Mr. J. F. Nickens, of 2437 10th Ave. S., left Monday evening for Washington, D. C., to attend the funeral services of his sister, Mrs. Cora Wormley, who died very suddenly there. Mrs. Kate Foley, niece of Mrs. Hester Keeyes, is ill at her home in Columbus, O. "RACE FEUD" MAKES TROUBLE FOR SOUTH SIDE RESIDENTS. Whites Seek to Secure the Removal of Negro Families. Trouble was brewing in the neighborhood of Thirty-first street and Eighteenth avenue south over the "race feud" that has been developing in that vicinity recently, caused by two Negroes, Messrs. L. T. Keith and H. H. Starks, whi recently purchased homes and have located their families in them. At a recent indignation meeting held by agitators to purchase the property, only $112.00 was raised, and it is thought that the Negroes will not be given further trouble, as they intend to remain. ADVERTISEMENTS. FOR RENT. Furnished Rooms, Clean and comfortable.—Mrs. Sayers, 416 9th Ave. S. FOR RENT—6 ROOMS, MODERN, IN GOOD LOCATION. PHONE NIC. 1022. Mrs. Nellie McCullough announces that on account of counter attractions the Autumn Leaf Dancing Class will not be held at Masonic Hall on Dec. 30, but a Grand New Year's Sofiee at the Auditorium Annex will be the feature of the Holiday season. Miss Leah Barquette, the manicurist at McDew's Barber Shop will take your subscriptions and personals for the "Twin City Star". FIRST CLASS DRESSMAKING PLAIN AND FANCY SEWING. Mrs. R. A. Vanhook. 3612 ELLIOT AVE. 80. Minneapolis. Phone Colfax 3596. The Young Mens' Progressive Club has secured rooms in the Labor Temple. and to get The Crisis into the home of every Negro, we will, upon receipt of $2.00 by P. O. send the Crisis ($1.00) and Twin City Star (2.00) for 1 year beginning JAN. 1, 1913 to any address in the U. S. Subscribers will please forward the names and addresses of persons to whom the above publications will be sent. New York, N. Y. TWIN CITY STAR The Social and Literary Society. The Social and Literary Club of Pilgrim Baptist Church met at the rooms of the T. Y. W. C. A., this week. Owing to the change of place the attendance was small. The Social and Literary Club is preparing for a Masquerade early next month at Pilgrim Baptist Church. Watch for the date. Next Monday evening the club will resume its reading of Dr. Booker T. Washington's "Up from Slavery." The Odd Fellows of St. Paul are preparing for a grand entertainment in January. This is the first of a series of affairs which will be given by the joint committees from the two Odd Fellows lodges and the Household of Ruth for the benefit of the new building fund. The Odd Fellows hope to have a new hall which they can call their own by spring. Let everybody boost this grand aim. Mrs. F. B. Simpson was taken to St. Luke's hospital last Saturday for the purpose of undergoing a serious operation which was performed on Tuseday morning. Dr. Harry Ritchie is the surgeon in the case. READ THE STAR-IT'S NEWS. The Mother's Club held an interesting meeting at the rooms of the Y. W. C. A., on last Monday afternoon. The subject under consideration was "Child punishment." The discussion was led by Miss Edith Leonard, and Mrs. F. D. Parker, W. Tandy, Bowland, Hickman and Francis took part in the discussion, which was very interesting. Mrs. Hatcher, President. Mrs. J. H. Dillingham received the da news of the death of her brother-in-law, Mr. Wesley Stafford, of New York City, last week. Lawyer Francis is receiving the patronage of the colored people of St. Paul. He is busy all the time, and right on the job. The Executive Board of the State Federation met at the home of Mrs. Ophelia Rice, with a splendid attendance. Mrs. Rice served dainty refreshments. The Guild of St. Phillips Episcopal Church gave an enjoyable concert at the home of Mrs. Gladys James, Rondo St., when Mr. Grant Kellier, barrytone, gave a recital. Mr. Kellier is one of the best singers of the other race in St. Paul. He was assisted by Mrs. Gladys James who was at her best on this occasion. The attendance was good. Mrs. Wm. Wright of Omaha is the guest of Mrs. Russell Wright, 228 Sherburne Ave. Mrs. J. W. Cleary is convalescent. Miss Rachel E. Tucker, sister of late Mr. Alex. Tucker was the guest of Miss Edith Leonard, at the Y. W. C. A., during her stay in the city. THE members of the Culture Club entertained in honor of Messrs. Douglass Crane and Bobby Hopkins, who played on the football team of the Mechanics Arts High School this year. Dancing was the special feature, and it was a very pleasant affair. Thos. N. Anderson, a Negro, made his own defense in Municipal Court when charged with disorderly conduct. He examined the witnesses and refused to take the witness stand, and to the astonishment of many, motioned for a dismissal on grounds of lack of evidence. He was arrested for assault and the charge had been changed to disorderly conduct, which the State failed to prove. However he drew 15 days, and was satisfied, Anderson had a bad reputation. MR. TUCKER'S WILL FILED. Petition to prove the Will of late Alexander Tucker was filed in Probate Court last Monday, by Miss Rachel E. Tucker, sister of the deceased and sole beneficiary under the will. Miss Tucker lives in New York City and has asked the appointment of Miss Edith Leonard, Secretary of the West End Branch of the Y. W. C. A., as Executrix of the estate. Attorney W. T. Francis who was attorney for the deceased was retained by the beneficiary. XMAS CHARITY BALL. DECEMBER 25th, 1912. See Adv. Mrs. Blanche Charleston of St. Paul has succeeded Mrs. J. Will King as Matron of the Attucks Orphanage and Home and has begun her duties. Mrs. King having resigned. The Autumn Leaf Dancing Class will hold their New Year Party on New Year's evening at the Auditorium Annex, Nicollet and 11th St. Many friends of Mr. R. S. Britton are pleased to know that he is convalescent after a very serious illness. DON'T FORGET THE DATE. Get Ready and Wait. MRS. McCULLOUGH'S AUDITORIUM DANCE. Subscribe for the Star. THE DEATH OF ALEXANDER TUCKER The Poular Pres. of Ramsey Co. Afro-American Club Succumbs to Tuberculosis. The death of Mr. Alexander Tucker of St. Paul on Dec. 6th had been expected by his many friends since his return from Denver a few months ago. He was taken sick about a year ago, and although robust in appearance he was destined as a victim to this dreaded disease. After going to Hot Springs he went to Denver to regain his health. Mr. Tucker was well known in the Twin Cities, having been a resident during past 20 years. He was a member of Doric Lodge of Duluth F. and A. M. Pilgrim Commandery Knights Templar, North Star Consistory No. 14, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rites. Services were con- ALEXANDER TUCKER. Former Resident of Petersburg, Va., Died Dec. 6, 1912 at St. Paul, Minn. ducted at Lyles Chapel last Monday at midnight by Sovereign Grand Inspector General W. R. Morris, which was attended by many brothers and friends. Mr. Tucker was until recently a member of Mars Lodge No. 2202, G. U. O. of O. F. Services were held on Tuesday afternoon at Lyles Chapel and were opened by singing "Nearer My God to Thee. Prof. Weir presided at the organ. Prayer by Rev. H. P. Jones of St. James A. M. E. Church who preached the sermon. Reading of the 25th chapter of St. Matthew. Singing "Jesus Lover of my Soul," Rev. Jones took as his theme "Seek ye first the kingdom of heaven, and all these things shall be added to you. Having known Mr. Tucker he spoke in highest terms of his gentlemanly bearing and of his many good qualities, as a son who had done much for his mother, who died a few years ago at the age of 76, and Mr. Tucker had supported her during past 26 years, retired her at the age of fifty, and paid her an annual visit each year. Rev. Jones preached one of his most logical sermons, and advised his hearers to "Seek first the kingdom of heaven." He consoled the sister, only present relation of the deceased, who accompanied his remains to Petersburg, Va., where they will be laid by the side of his mother. Mr. Tucker was highly respected at home, where services will be held on Sunday under the auspices of the local Lodge of Masons. The body was shipped to Petersburg by Undertaker Lyles, accompanied by his sister. Mr. Tucker was 44 years old and had a host of friends, who are grieved to hear of his death. He was intelligent, hospitable, energetic, and always enjoyed the best things of life. During his last days he became more assured that he would recover, and only gave up hope on the day of his death, when he was unable to get out of his bed. Mr. Lee Turpin and Mr. Chas. E. Coleman were called to see him, and they did what they could to comfort him in his last days. They were his true friends, and during his illness had done their best to relieve his suffering. UTLEY'S NEW LOCATION. Have you visited Utley's New Barber Shop in St. Paul? It is worth your while. Real Barbers, Clean Baths, and New Pool Tables, also the latest Negro periodicals. INTERNATIONAL RAILROAD MEN'S ASSN. The opening of the Headquarters of the Railroad Men's Assn., was a grand success. They have everything sanitary and homelike—and it appears that it will be a success, but it must have the patronage of those, who always say "We need such things." Will the people of St. Paul support it? Talk can't run this institution. We beg that those who are indebted to us, send us their subscription by P. O. Order. THE ST. LOUIS KITCHEN. You can get a good meal, clean service, and courteous attention at the St. Louis Kitchen, 138 E. Third St. St. Paul. Mrs. Hinson is universally known for her good cooking. READ THE STAR—IT'S NEWS. U-KNO-US Get Your Glad Suit Ready Shriner's Fifth Annual Ball Monday, December 30th at Hiawatha Temple ST. PAUL, MINN. McCullough's Orchestra Latest Dance Invitations issued on request from Members of Fezzan Everything for Women Root women's garment The Very Latest Ideas in all CUT RATES METROPOL OUR GOODS ARE OUR CORNER THIRD Maha Temple L. MINN. Extra Latest Dances on request from Fezzan McGOLLOUGH'S ORCHESTER If you send your nesday, they will be Everything for Women's Wear—Popular Prices Hagen is Garment Store form Latest Ideas in all that pertains to Wor METROPOLITAN DRUG OUR GOODS ARE RIGHT OUR PRICE'S ARE RIGHT WE WANT YOU CORNER THIRD ST. AND SECOND Root & Hageman women's Garment Store formerly "Pearce's" The Very Latest Ideas in all that pertains to Women's Wear. DONALDSONS GLASS BLOCK is the ideal place chase of Holida Your friends who with the "The Donald upon them will the articles of sp and will therefore appreciation and Our displays of In the Subway and Floor are specially tiful and useful plete range of pri Inspection is S a deal place for the chase of your Holiday Gift ends who receive you with the stamp of Donaldson He them will at once rec them as tes of special q therefore give them ation and you larger plays of Christmas the Subway and on the So are specially complete in and useful articles at a range of prices. ion is Strongly is the ideal place for the purchase of your Holiday Gifts Your friends who receive your gifts with the stamp of "The Donaldson House" upon them will at once recognize them as articles of special quality and will therefore give them greater appreciation and you larger credit. Our displays of Christmas Goods In the Subway and on the Second Floor are specially complete in beautiful and useful articles at a complete range of prices. Inspection is Strongly Invited GOLDEN GRAIN BELT BELTS Foreign Beer that Golden Grain Belt is the new America. Be wise. SERVE YOUR GU Reign Beer Experts S main Belt is the nearest like the Import ise. YOUR GUESTS TH Foreign Beer Experts Say Order of Eastern Star ST. PAUL CHAPTER NO. 29 WILL GIVE THEIR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY DECEMBER 25th at HIAWATHA HALL If you send your notes before Wednesday, they will be inserted. 's Wear—Popular Prices Lageman Store formerly "Frances." that pertains to Women's Wear. LITAN DRUG STORE WE RIGHT PRICE'S ARE RIGHT WE WANT YOUR BUSINESS ST. AND SECOND AVE. SO. ace for the pur- of your y Gifts receive your gifts stamp of dson House" at once recognize m as special quality give them greater you larger credit. Christmas Goods and on the Second y complete in beau- articles at a com- ices. Strongly Invited BE UP-TO-DATE BROTHERS Years ago, New York butter and Ohio, Wisconsin and Miesoul Beer, were known to be the best, and swell folks always had them on their table. No one wants New. York butter now, because Minnesota is the best, but some people stick to the old idea on beer. Experts Say nearest like the Imported, of any in QUESTS THE BEST Defective Pag active Page SYLVESTER W. OLIVER. Working Men's Social Club OLIVER BROS., Managers PHONE: Nicollet 9506 206 Se. Second St. Minneapolis, Minn. PAEGEL 802 NICOLLET AVE. WILL MAKE YOUR WATCH KEEP TIME. We do the best WATCH, CLOCK and JEWELRY REPAIRING in the city at lowest prices. SPECIAL AGENTS for the HAM- ILTON, ELGIN, WALTHAM and ROCKFORD RAILROAD WATCHES. HIGGENER R. H. HEGENER 207 Nicolet TWIN CITY RAZORS. Full hollow ground, 81.35 each. Depur- tion. Auxiliary blades sharpened. Gillette blades sharpened. Dogsh all single edged blades 250. Cut- ter ground. J. M. MORRIS Real Estate, Loans and Collections. 508 Boston Block, Minneapolis, Minn. Thos. H. Lyles 322 Wabasha St., St. Paul. Undertaker and Embalmer Lady Assistant When Desired. Free Service of Chapel and Organ Residence, 673 St. Anthony Ave., Tel.: Dale 2947. Calls answered Day or Night IN MINNEAPOLIS OR ST. PAUL Both Phones 508. SMOKE THE BEST Sight Draft 5C CIGAR W. S CONRAD CO., Distributors 8 NORTH SIXTH STREET Southern Theatre SevenCorners 15th and Washington Avenues So. Refined Vaudeville Moving Picture Shows Continuous Performance Admission 10 Cents Children 5 Cents Peterson, The Druggist 1501 Washington Ave. So. TOILET ARTICLES, DRUGS PRESCRIPTIONS. No Solicits Your Patronage. Choice Food Best Prices The Gopher Wn. M. Gibbs, Mgr. OVER 65 YEARS EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may claim us as a registration journal. Whether a invention is probably patentable, Communications strictly confidential. HANDBOOK on Patents and Trade Uses. Official source of presenting patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive special notice, without charge, in the Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest collection of publications. Four months, 81. Sold by all newadvertisers. MUNN & Co. 381 Broadway, New York Branch Office, 655 F. St., Washington, D.C. Subscribe now. Two Dollars a Year. POTENT FACTOR IN BODY POLITIC POTENT FACTOR IN BODY POLITIC Bright Outlook For New Civil Rights Association. National Organization For the Protection of Afro-Americans In Their Civil and Political Rights Under the Federal Constitution Meets With Public Favor — Branches Being Formed. By R. W. THOMPSON. Washington. — The National Civil Rights Protective association, recently organized in this city, is meeting with much success in perfecting its plans for future work. The association believes that complete and unrestricted civil and legal rights must ultimately be accorded to the Negro race if it rights its battles for the same according to law. The race has done its full duty by the nation. It has largely assisted in developing the natural resources of the republic and is the cornerstone of the industrial and commercial system of the southland. Therefore it is to be expected that the liberty loving and big hearted citizenry of this country will be just enough to reciprocate by obeying the constitution of the United States and its amendments in respect to the rights of all citizens. Yet "who would be free must himself first strike the blow." Washington is regarded as the logical place for the headquarters of an organization of this kind. It is the capital of the nation. Here are located the congress, which must pass the laws; the supreme court, which must finally interpret them, and the president of the [Picture of a man in a suit and tie]. United States, who is intrusted with the duty of executing them. Here are found many of the best and most influential members of both races; here is a natural center of brains, wealth, character and managerial experience. All constitutional questions, such as the denial of the right to vote or the right to enjoy equal accommodations in theaters, hotels and other public places, must eventually come here for adjudication, and whatever laws are passed here are binding throughout the United States, so far as they have a federal aspect. The officers of the National Civil Rights Protective association are men of character, ability, integrity and wide experience. They enjoy the unlimited confidence of the people everywhere and reflect in their personality the highest aims and purposes of this very promising organization. The officers report that the membership of the association is growing with commendable rapidity. Branches are being established in various states. Every member discriminated against in any community is entitled to legal assistance furnished by the association. Many churches and societies are aiding in the promotion of this constructive work. The national association is planning to hold a great meeting in this city in the near future, and each local association is expected to send at least one delegate. Some of the race's ablest speakers will discuss the condition of the Negro people in the country and suggest remedies by which the ill complained of may be redressed. J. T. Oatmeal, chiefman of the executive committee, is a graduate of the collegiate department of the Virginia Normal and Collegiate institute of Petersburg, Va., and of the law department of Shaw university at Raleigh, N.C. For several years he practiced law successfully at Washington Court House, O., and is at present an examiner in the United States pension office at Washington. Daniel A. Ford, secretary of the executive committee, is a Virginian, educated in New England and in his native state. For a long time he was connected with the postoffice department, but is now engaged in business in this city. T. O. Mason, the secretary, comes from Albuquerque, N. M. He is a graduate of the Columbian Law college. Washington, and is an LL. D. He represents his state in an important position under the federal government here. TWIN CITY STAR Here is opportunity clothes to hundred of coats produced famous S Cambridge We've these gar stock, sim the supreme this big sale to $10.00 ducement $30.00 to $ and Over $22.50 and and Over ATKINLEY CLOTHING HOUSE Nicollet finest and over At Reduce TO 30 Here is an out opportunity for you lothes to pick from hundred of the finest coats produced this famous Sincerity, Cambridge Organize. We've reduced these garments from stock, simply as a the supreme value his big store. The to $10.00 should p uencement to you. 00 to $35.00 S d Overcoats a 50 and $25.00 d Overcoats, a STANDARD CLOTHING HOUSE Finest Suits and Overcoats Here is an out-of-the-ordinary opportunity for you men who like fine clothes to pick from amongst several hundred of the finest suits and overcoats produced this season by the famous Sincerity, Atterbury and Cambridge Organizations. We've reduced the prices on these garments from our regular stock, simply as a demonstration of the supreme value giving power of this big store. The saving of $5.00 to $10.00 should prove a great inducement to you. $22.50 and $25.00 Suits and Overcoats, at . . SHOULD BE READ BY EVERY NEGRO. Negro Year Book and Annual Encyclopedia. The Negro Year Book, which has just been published under the auspices of Tuskegee Institute, is the result of a systematic attempt to supply the growing demand from all parts of the United States and many portions of the Old World for accurate and concise information in regard to the history, progress and present status of the Negro Roce. It is based on a large extent on the inquiries that have come to the Institute and have been turned over for reply to the Department of Research of which Monroe N. Work, the author of this work, is the head. --- --- SANDALS, MOTHING HOUSE let at Best Sellers Over Reductions TO 30 PER is an out-of-the-way for you men who pick from among the finest suits produced this season incerity, Atterhale Organizations. reduced the elements from our supply as a demonstration value giving store. The saving should prove a to you. $35.00 Suits coats at . $25.00 Suits coats, at . Among the subjects treated in the work are: "A Review of the Negro in 1911," "The Economic Progress of the Negro," "The Negro in the Religious Field," "Negro Education," "Negro Soldiers and Heroes," "A Chronological History of the Negro in America." It contains directories of Negro Banks, Negro Towns, Business Leagues, Hospitals, Newspapers, and National and Fraternal Organizations. There are also carefully classified lists of books and articles relating to the Negro. The Year Book which is bound in paper has 229 pages. The information is arranged in a concise, systematic form so as to make it easy of reference. The book is not published as a business venture although it may be so later, provided it finds --- a sufficient number of readers. In order to determine whether there is sufficient demand for the Year Book to warrant its continued publication in succeeding years a price of 25c has been placed upon it, postage 5c. A considerable reduction will be made to persons desiring ten copies or more. WRITE TODAY. ADDRESS, NEGRO YEAR BOOK COMPANY, TUSKEGEE INSTITUTE, ALABAMA. 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. ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL SCURCH 5th Ave. So. and 27th St. Minn. Rev A. H. Leatad, Rector. Service at 8 o'clock P. M. All are Invited. Come. ST. PETERS A. M. M. E. CHURCH, 22d St. between 8th and 10th Aves. Services every Sunday 10:30 a. m. and 8:00 p. m. Sunday school at 12:30. Rev. F. M. Lewis, Pastor. ST. JAMES A. M. M. E. CHURCH, 215 Eighth Ave. So. Sunday services at 11 a. m. Sunday. Sunday school at p. m. Rev. E. R. Edwards, Pastor. BETHESDA BAPTIST CHURCH, 1190 Eighth Street So. Preaching every Sunny 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. Witners, Pastor. The People's Christian Mission, Rev. G. W. Mitchell 1204 Washington Ave. So. ST. PAUL. St. James A. M. E. Church, Rev. n. P. Jones, Pastor, Cor. Jay and Fuller Sts. All are welcome. ZION PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH. Services 11 A. M. and 8 P. M. Rev. G. W. Camp, Pastor. All are welcome. LODGES. ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR. Deputy, installs and organizes Chapters of The O. E. Star. Please to consult any one interested. Residence Mrs. Anna B. Harris, Grand District 285 Rendo St., St. Paul, Minn. 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 lotter around and read hand-bills and hang-up notices. They read the Twin City Star. N. W. Phone 4655 Special Attention Given Ladies' Work STAR PANTORIUM E. H. PAUL & S. W. WILLIAMS, Prop. Dry Cleaning, Pressing and Repairing 110 Wash. Ave. N. MINNZAPOLIS Goods Called for and Delivered Promptly T. S. Phone 3073 N. W. Main 9592 The Porters and Waiters Club Incorporated GLOVER SHULL, President Waiters for Parties Furnished Also Porters 311 Hennepin Ave. Mpls. "THE BIG THREE" DANCING TILL 4 A, M, EDW. PIPKIN, P. H. SOUTHALL, ROBT. GLENN. DANCING EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT. 1311 WASHINGTON AVE. SO., MINNEAPOLIS. AUTO LIVERY Low Rates—Quick Service 2826 CHICAGO AVE. HIRE GARTRELL'S LIMOUSINE. For Theatrical Parties, Dances and Social Calls. It is warm and com- fortable. Electric Heated and Lighted. See Gartrell, or Call So. 7578 Golden Rule Tailors 8. BLUMMER, PROP. 1311 WASHINGTON AVENUE SO. SUITS OR OVERCOATS MADE TO ORDER. SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO CLEANING, PRESSING, REPAIRING. CLOTHES CALLED FOR AND DELIVERED. : : : : : READ THE STAR—IT'S NEWS. Pt | | | ff} fy} eee THE TWIN CITY STAR e _NEGRO PROGRESSIVE. Vol. 3 Saturday, Dec. 14, 1912 No. 15 Mntered in the Post ottice’ at, Min- nespolis, June 23, as second class mat- “ver. SS ee Published Gvery Gaturday by CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 1419 Washington Ave. 80, Minne- apolls, Minn, J. Turner Wall Adv. Agt. 236 Boston Block, Phone Nic. 2188. Geo. B. Kelley Duluth, Minn. “Head of the Lakes” Representative. ee ‘Subscription by Mall, Postpaid. ONE YEAR ....ecceeeeee ++ 28200 SIX MONTHS ......-...000000+ L8 8 MONTHS ........e000000000058 7B CANADIAN SUBSCRIPTION $250. Special rates furnished on application Subscribers are earnestly request- ed to report to the office any irregu- larities in the delivery of their paper; also any change of address. Subscribers wishing the ‘Twin City Star” discontinued at the expiration of their subscriptions slould notify us to that effect; otherwise we shall consider it thelr wish to have It con- tifued. Order for discontinuance must be accompanied by payment of all arrears. All personal advertisements in the Joeal columns must be paid for in ad- vance, All public comment tnserted only over the author's signature Foretgn subscriptions solicited. Unsigned notices wil not be In- verted In these columns. All matter must reach us by Wed- nesday for Insertion. ce THE DOOR OF HOPE. The record of the Republican Party, and the recent developments within the Democratic ranks should lead many more Negroes to believe that in the Progressive Party is their hope of future years, They should demand proper recognition in its organiza tions, and keep in touch with the pol {tical situation. ‘The Negro is a factor in the Battle of life and in this grand march of progress must carry his own burdens and fight his own battles, and the day is near when he will win the great victory of world wide recognt- tion and human happiness. This should be the quest of the rising gen- eration. POLITICAL INGRATITUDE. Gov. Foss of Massachusetts has de- clared himself against the Civil Rights of Negroes. He should ever remember that he owes his present position to Negroes. -As a Republican Candidate for Congress he was de feated by Negroes, and later elected to Congress, as a Democrat, by them. He was also elected for Governor by the Negro vote against Lt. Gov. Louis A. Frothingham, a scion of one of the best families of the State. We are anxious to hear from that Guar. dian of our Civil Rights. Editor Trotter, of Boston. We failed to see in his last issue any mention of the attitude of Gov. Foss at the Govern- ors’ Conference. We expect to hear something soon, unless “this incident has been closed” because of political promises—and ‘Trotter never sur rendered when it was better to do so, than now. Yet he must be ashamed of his Governor, whom he served with all his zeal—and who left him naked to his arch enemies in the Southland, and in the Democratic Party. FRANK NIMOCK’S BILL. Hon. Frank Nimocks, ex-representa- tive and representative elect, may present a bill preventing intermar riage in the coming session of the legislature. Mr. Nimocks in the opin- fon of many was elected by corrupt practices, and won in a contest, after an overkhelming defeat 2 years ago. There is not a Negro of any standing who cares whether or not Mr. Nim- ocks introduces this ill, because there are fair minded legislators everywhere, and it is a question in our mind as to whether Mr. Nimocks can get many of his bills out of the committees, ‘These issues test the manhood of our lawmakers also the fidelity of our white friends, and they must be confronted sooner or later. Im the recent election in St. Paul, a candidate for Court Commissioner printed on his cards “that he would never marry a Negro to a white wom- an, and there was no law to make him.” He also ran in the rear. The sentiment of a few agitators will not control the many fair minded mem- bers of the Legislature—and there are friends of the Negroes not because he 1s black, or wants to marry a white ‘woman, but because he is a human belng. and entitled to “Equality be fore the Law." The ttema frem the classes, make the e @f the masses, Read the eee, FRIENDSHIP OR FINANCE. ‘Would any organization continue to receive dues and to recognize one of its members during his many pros- erous Years in connection with a questionable business, and when he had developed an incurable disease, entertain charges against him, that were preferred by brothers in enmity, preventing him from receiving finan- cial or social assistance in distress? Yes, 1s was done, and this is the Friendship of not only this one, but most Negro secret societies. Money talks, but ft has not spoken to the Negro property owners. There was not enough money produced at the indignation meeting to raise a whisper. Lawless agitators are al- ways long on talk and prejudice and short on principles and funds. Cole Blease, Governor of South Car- olina, starts on his second administra- tion in January. Two years from then, he says, he is going to the Unit- ed States Senate. From there, he wily wend his way tothe White House— unless the pipe goes out. > Minneapolis Journal Gov. Blease, of South Carolina would “go big” as Slmon Legree in Uncle Tom's Cabin, providing that Mr. and Mrs, Jack Johnson appear in the leading roles as “Uncle Tom” and “Little Eva” Gov. Blease would do the flogging but Jack would never play “Uncle Tom” not to this Simon. JACK JOHNSON’S PICTURE BARRED, ‘The Daily News has barred the face of Jack Johnson from {ts col- umns. It showed the Beautiful Bo- clety White Girl, but why does ft not tell the truth about the girl and her mother? The Negroes are more proud of Jack Johnson than the whites have ever been of the fair Luellle, JACK JOHNSON’S COURAGE. Milholland Praises Champion and Calle Attention to Race Traducer. ‘When somebody asked Mr. John B. Mitholland recently why he was inter- ested so deeply in the case of Jnck Johnson his answer was characteris- tie. We give it for the benetit of our readers. Mr. Milholland said: “I am interested in Johnson's case not for the reason that he has demon- ‘strated himself to be the greatest box- @r of this or perhaps any other gen- eration, but because in that memorable contest at Reno with Jeffries, acknow!- edged champion of the world, he per- formed a service to his race of incal- culable value. “You know that tradition was not only of the prize ring, but generally that the colored man not only lacked staying power, but the nerve that was necessary to his success in any really desperate encounter, especially if the odds seemed against him. Now, the odds against Johnson were overwhelm ing. “That immense audience was all with Jeffries, and it was only Its sport- ing character and the fact of the eye of the civilized world being upon the Proceedings that kept down the mank festation of its hostility, “Undoubtedly an overwhelming ma- fority, probably 90 per cent, would have gladly seen Johnson badly burt if not actually killed in the encounter. ‘Yet he was not only undisturbed, but broke all traditions of the ring by maintaining the utmost good nature throughout the whole contest. “Although everything possible was one to annoy him by the friends of Jeffries, he was laughing and joking fn an unprecedented manner from be ginning to end. Not a trace of ‘yel low’ was shown. The absolute cour age of the Negro had been vindicated by him as conclusively as at Bort Fisher or on any battlefield of the re Dellion.” Mr. Milholland also pointed out that Johnson's courage was again shows ‘when urged to leave Chicago at a time when his bail bond was only $1,500 he indignantly refused to go, saying he had done nothing to justify puntsh- ment and was perfectly confident of a fair trial. Tt is to be hoped that this confidence will not be misplaced. When all is ‘over it must not be forgotten that one ‘ef the most treacherous blows dealt Johnson was by one of his own race. THE RULE OF THE PEOPLE. The national Progressive party, committed to the principle of govern- ment by a self-controlied democracy ‘expressing Its will through represen- tatives of the people pledges Itself to secure such alterations in the funda- mental law of the several states and of the United States as shail insure the representative character of the government. In particular this party declares for direct primaries for the nomination of state and national officers, for na- tlon-wide preferential primaries for candidates for the presidency, for the direct election of United States sens. tors by the people; and we urge on the states the policy of the short bat lot with responsibility to the people secured by the initiative, referendum and recall. ‘This is the plank in the platform condeming States’ Rights, and the re iva of the Olvil Bias nts Bill, which signs 3 TWIN CITY STAR RACE PROGRESS THE GARVER IN THE SOUTH) sr sense Gutonseed OM Formally | omc secs w moc Opened at Mound Bayon “"™ A" “semen WASHINGTON STARTS ENGINE. |_ste r Sauncning of Mammoth Manufac turing Enterprise in Famous Mis. sissippi_ Town—Charles Banks th Master Spirit of the Achievement Plant Represents $100,000, Mound Bayou, Miss—According t ‘the most conservative estimate, 10,00 Persons were present at the forma opening of the cottonseed oll mill ané manufacturing plant which occurrec im this town the last week in Novem ‘ber. ‘They came in great throngs o1 ‘special trains from New Orleans ‘Memphis, Vicksburg, Jackson, Natche: and Greenville. = Dr. Booker 'T, Washington, accom ‘panied by Mrs. Washington, came dl ‘Feet from Boston in the buslest period ‘of bis great work ‘in the interest o ‘the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute for the ‘Purpose of making the principal ad dress and pulling the cord that blew the first whistle marking the forma! eompletion and opening of the $100,000 of mill manufacturing — enterprise which the Negroes of Mississippt, un- der the guidance and direction of Charles Banks, master spirit and pres!- dent of tho Mississippi State Negro Business league, have been promoting for the past four years, In the presence of the leading pro- fessional, educational and business men and women of the race, who rep- resented thousands of the most suc- cessful farmers of Mississippi, Arkan- gas, Louisiana and Tennessee, the ‘formal exercises were held in the open and on the grounds of the ofl mill plant. They were marked with sim- pilelty and yet with a dignity befitting an occasion of so much moment. Charles Banks called the assemblage to order and introduced Isalah T. Montgomery, founder of the town of ‘Mound Bayou, who in turn introduced Pr, ‘Washington, Of Dr. Washington's address it is not too much to say that it reached the high water mark of constructive elo quence, a happy blending of elation and Just pride In the successful com- pletion of a great and monumental task, a word of admonition and ad- vice—a characteristic address by the eloquent Tuskegeean. He was listened to not only by thousands of his own race, but by hundreds of white citi zens—county officials, judges, profes- sional men, newspaper men and most notably, Mr. C. P. J. Mooney, editor of the Memphis (Tenn.) Commercial Ap- peal, who followed Dr. Washington in @ trenchant, forceful and thoroughly ‘appreciative address. ‘Thousands Hear Washington Speak. Dr, Washington said in part: T count it a great privilege to be permit- ted to take part in the formal opening of the Mound Bayou Of! Mill and Manufac- turing company. The opening of this ol mill marks a unique and distinct step in the progress of the Negroes of America. It represents, in my opinion, the largest and most serious undertaking in a purely commercial and manufacturing enter- prise in the history of our race. I congrat- Ulate Charles Banks and his board of di- rectors and the stockholders upon the success that they have attained in bring- ing this enterprise to its present degree of completeness. Mr. Banks and those who have stood by him in this movement are entitled to the lasting praise of the Deople of this country. ‘Back of this enterprise which we form- ally open and dedicate today T know that there is struggle, disappointment and heartache which the outside world ttle knows about or can Iittle appreciate. 1 ‘am proud of the fact that the National Negro Business league has had some in- fluence in the starting and bringing to completion this magnificent enterprise. From the very beginning of our organize. tion Charles Banks has been one of the leading spirits In Keeping it alive and making the National Negro Business league powerful and useful. I said in the beginning that this is a unique enterprise, marking a distinctive step In the devel- ‘opment of our race. Here only forty-nine Years after our freedom as a race the Black people have gathered and tnvested nearly $100,000 in this manufacturing en- terprise. Tam glad that this oll mill, the first tn the history of our race, is located in the heart of the south, where it will be a per- petual demonstration of the fact that our People cannot only make progress, but whenever they make progress along legit- imate and helpful lines the white man i= willing to stand back of them and en- courage them right here in the heart of the south. Again and again I congratu- late Mr. Banks and his coworkers. I con- gratulate every white and black citizen of Mississippi on the Isunching of this Great manufacturing enterprise, the great- eat of its kind in the history of our race. I congratulate you because it ts located tm the heart of the back belt of the south, where black people and white people are aide by side to work out their destiny ‘and prove to the world that It ts possible for two races different in color to live together, each promoting the happiness and welfare of the other. Educational Needs of West Africa. Speaking at a recent meeting ts Brooklyn the Rev, Dr. John H. Reed, president of the College of West Af Hea, Liberia, said, among other things: “A ‘thoroughly organized school sy tem {s the fundamental basis for the permanent establishment of a republic fm which the people shall govern them- selves. Liberia is brought face to face at the present time with the problem of organizing a public school system to meet the demands of a primitive peo- ple, as may be found among the vart ous tribes within the territorial bound- ‘ary of the republic.” PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS. On All Car Lines 1308-10 WASHINGTON AVE. 80. 28 Newly Furnished Rooms. By Day, Week or Month, Special Rates to Theatrical People. Mre, Allee (Mother) Carver, Prop. N..W. Phone Main 863 BARBER SHOP AND BATHS. DO YOU WANT To BE WELL DRESSED? THEN | AM YOUR TAILOR. ___ let mo make i fj your Fall Suit j] or Overcoat from i from my Chotcest I I] Stock of Latest | Patterns. Perfect Fit. ‘Quality and ] Workmanship Guaranteed. 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Published Every Saturday by CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 1419 Washington Ave. So., Minneapolis, Minn. J. Turner Wall Adv. Agt. 236 Boston Block, Phone Ni c. 2188. Geo. B. Kelley Duluth, Minn. "Head of the Lakes" Representative. Subscription by Mail, Postpaid. ONE YEAR ..... $2.00 SIX MONTHS ..... 1.85 $ MONTHS ..... $.75 CANADIAN SUBSCRIPTION $2.50. Special rates furnished on application Subscribers are earnestly request- ed to report to the office any irregular- ities in the delivery of their paper; also any change of address. Subscribers wishing the 'Twin City Star' discontinued at the expiration of their subscriptions should notify us to that effect; otherwise we shall consider it their wish to have it continued. Order for discontinuance must be accompanied by payment of all arrears. All personal advertisements in the local columns must be paid for in advance. All public comment inserted only over the author's signature Foreign subscriptions solicited. Unsigned notices will not be Inserted in these columns. All matter must reach us by Wednesday for insertion. THE DOOR OF HOPE. The record of the Republican Party, and the recent developments within the Democratic ranks should lead many more Negroes to believe that in the Progressive Party is their hope of future years. They should demand proper recognition in its organizations, and keep in touch with the political situation. The Negro is a factor in the Battle of life and in this grand march of progress must carry his own burdens and fight his own battles, and the day is near when he will win the great victory of world wide recognition and human happiness. This should be the quest of the rising generation. POLITICAL INGRATITUDE. Gov. Foss of Massachusetts has declared himself against the Civil Rights of Negroes. He should ever remember that he owes his present position to Negroes. As a Republican Candidate for Congress he was defeated by Negroes, and later elected to Congress, as a Democrat, by them. He was also elected for Governor by the Negro vote against Lt. Gov. Louis A. Frothingham, a sclon of one of the best families of the State. We are anxious to hear from that Guardian of our Civil Rights. Editor Trotter, of Boston. We failed to see in his last issue any mention of the attitude of Gov. Foss at the Governors' Conference. We expect to hear something soon, unless "this incident has been closed" because of political promises—and Trotter never surrendered when it was better to do so, than now. Yet he must be ashamed of his Governor, whom he served with all his zeal—and who left him naked to his arch enemies in the Southland, and in the Democratic Party. FRANK NIMOCK'S BILL. Hon. Frank Nimocks, ex-representative and representative elect, may present a bill preventing intermarriage in the coming session of the legislature. Mr. Nimocks in the opinion of many was elected by corrupt practices, and won in a contest, after an overkhelming defeat 2 years ago. There is not a Negro of any standing who cares whether or not Mr. Nimocks introduces this bill, because there are fair minded legislators everywhere, and it is a question in our mind as to whether Mr. Nimocks can get many of his bills out of the committees. These issues test the manhood of our lawmakers also the fidelity of our white friends, and they must be confronted sooner or later. In the recent election in St. Paul, a candidate for Court Commissioner printed on his cards "that he would never marry a Negro to a white woman, and there was no law to make him." He also ran in the rear. The sentiment of a few agitators will not control the many fair minded members of the Legislature—and there are friends of the Negroes not because he is black, or wants to marry a white woman, but because he is a human being and entitled to "Equality before the Law." The items from the classes, make the news of the masses. Read the Twin City Star. READ THE STAR—IT'S NEWS. FRIENDSHIP OR FINANCE. Would any organization continue to receive dues and to recognize one of its members during his many prosperous years in connection with a questionable business, and when he had developed an incurable disease, entertain charges against him, that were preferred by brothers in enmity, preventing him from receiving financial or social assistance in distress? Yes, is was done, and this is the Friendship of not only this one, but most Negro secret societies. Money talks, but it has not spoken to the Negro property owners. There was not enough money produced at the indignation meeting to raise a whisper. Lawless agitators are always long on talk and prejudice and short on principles and funds. Cole Blease, Governor of South Carolina, starts on his second administration in January. Two years from then, he says, he is going to the United States Senate. From there, he will wend his way tothe White House—unless the pipe goes out. Minneapolis Journal Gov. Blease, of South Carolina would "go big" as Simon Legree in Uncle Tom's Cabin, providing that Mr. and Mrs. Jack Johnson appear in the leading roles as "Uncle Tom" and "Little Eve" Gov. Blease would do the flogging but Jack would never play "Uncle Tom" not to this Simon. JACK JOHNSON'S PICTURE BARRED. The Daily News has barred the face of Jack Johnson from its columns. It showed the Beautiful Society White Girl, but why does it not tell the truth about the girl and her mother? The Negroes are more proud of Jack Johnson than the whites have ever been of the fair Lucille. JACK JOHNSON'S COURAGE. Milholland Praises Champion and Calls Attention to Race Traducer. When somebody asked Mr. John E. Milholland recently why he was interested so deeply in the case of Jack Johnson his answer was characteristic. We give it for the benefit of our readers. Mr. Milholland said: "I am interested in Johnson's case not for the reason that he has demonstrated himself to be the greatest boxer of this or perhaps any other generation, but because in that memorable contest at Reno with Jeffries, acknowledged champion of the world, he performed a service to his race of incalculable value. "You know that tradition was not only of the prize ring, but generally that the colored man not only lacked staying power, but the nerve that was necessary to his success in any really desperate encounter, especially if the odds seemed against him. Now, the odds against Johnson were overwhelming. "That immense audience was all with Jeffries, and it was only its sporting character and the fact of the eye of the civilized world being upon the proceedings that kept down the manifestation of its hostility. "Undoubtedly an overwhelming majority, probably 90 per cent, would have gladly seen Johnson badly hurt if not actually killed in the encounter. Yet he was not only undisturbed, but broke all traditions of the ring by maintaining the utmost good nature throughout the whole contest. "Although everything possible was done to annoy him by the friends of Jeffries, he was laughing and joking in an unprecedented manner from beginning to end. Not a trace of 'yellow' was shown. The absolute courage of the Negro had been vindicated by him as conclusively as at Fort Fisher or on any battlefield of the rebellion." Mr. Milholland also pointed out that Johnson's courage was again shown when urged to leave Chicago at a time when his ball bond was only $1,500 he indignantly refused to go, saying he had done nothing to justify punishment and was perfectly confident of a fair trial. It is to be hoped that this confidence will not be misplaced. When all is over it must not be forgotten that one of the most treacherous blows dealt Johnson was by one of his own race. THE RULE OF THE PEOPLE. The national Progressive party, committed to the principle of government by a self-controlled democracy expressing its will through representatives of the people pledges itself to secure such alterations in the fundamental law of the several states and of the United States as shall insure the representative character of the government. In particular this party declares for direct primaries for the nomination of state and national officers, for nation-wide preferential primaries for candidates for the presidency, for the direct election of United States senators by the people; and we urge on the states the policy of the short ballot with responsibility to the people secured by the initiative, referendum and recall. This is the plank in the platform condemning States' Rights, and the revival of the Civil Rights Bill, which the Republicans never passed. TWIN CITY STAR RACE PROGRESS IN THE SOUTH An Unprecedented Number Witness Launching of Mammoth Manufacturing Enterprise In Famous Mississippi Town—Charles Banks the Master Spirit of the Achievement. Plant Represents $100,000. Mound Bayou, Miss.—According to the most conservative estimate, 10,000 persons were present at the formal opening of the cottonseed oil mill and manufacturing plant which occurred in this town the last week in November. They came in great throngs on special trains from New Orleans, Memphis, Vicksburg, Jackson, Natchez and Greenville. Dr. Booker T. Washington, accompanied by Mrs. Washington, came direct from Boston in the busiest period of his great work in the interest of the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute for the purpose of making the principal address and pulling the cord that blew the first whistle marking the formal completion and opening of the $100,000 oil mill manufacturing enterprise which the Negroes of Mississippi, under the guidance and direction of Charles Banks, master spirit and president of the Mississippi State Negro Business league, have been promoting for the past four years. In the presence of the leading professional, educational and business men and women of the race, who represented thousands of the most successful farmers of Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana and Tennessee, the formal exercises were held in the open and on the grounds of the oil mill plant. They were marked with simplicity and yet with a dignity befitting an occasion of so much moment. Charles Banks called the assemblage to order and introduced Isaiah T. Montgomery, founder of the town of Mound Bayon, who in turn introduced Dr. Washington. Of Dr. Washington's address it is not too much to say that it reached the high water mark of constructive eloquence, a happy blending of elation and just pride in the successful completion of a great and monumental task, a word of admonition and advice—a characteristic address by the eloquent Tuskegeean. He was listened to not only by thousands of his own race, but by hundreds of white citizens—county officials, judges, professional men, newspaper men and most notably, Mr. C. P. J. Mooney, editor of the Memphis (Tenn.) Commercial Appeal, who followed Dr. Washington in a trenchant, forceful and thoroughly appreciative address. Thousands Hear Washington Speak. Dr. Washington said in part: I count it a great privilege to be permitted to take part in the formal opening of the Mound Bayou Oll Mill and Manufacturing company. The opening of this oll mill marks a unique and distinct step in the progress of the Negroes of America. Negroes have been and most serious undertaking in a purely commercial and manufacturing enterprise in the history of our race. I congratulate Charles Banks and his board of directors and the stockholders upon the success that they have attained in bringing this enterprise to its present degree of completeness. I am pleased to announce who is bound by him in this movement are entitled to the lasting praise of the people of this country. Back of this enterprise which we formally open and dedicate today I know that there is struggle, disappointment and heartache which the outside world little knows. I am proud of the fact that the National Negro Business league has had some influence in the starting and bringing to completion this magnificent enterprise. From the very beginning of our organization Charles Banks has been one of the most successful entrepreneurs making the National Negro Business league powerful and useful. I said in the beginning that this is a unique enterprise, marking a distinctive step in the development of our race. Here only forty-nine years after our freedom as a race the black people have gathered and invested $100,000 in this manufacturing enterprise. I am glad that this oil mill, the first in the history of our race, is located in the heart of the south, where it will be a perpetual demonstration of the fact that our people cannot only make progress, but estimate and helpful lines the white man is willing to stand back of them and encourage them right here in the heart of the south. Again and again I congratulate Mr. Banks and his coworkers. I congratulate every white and black man, and something of this great manufacturing enterprise, the greatest of its kind in the history of our race. I congratulate you because it is located in the heart of the black belt of the south, where black people and white people side by side to work on the same project, that it is possible for two races different in color to live together, each promoting the happiness and welfare of the other. Educational Needs of West Africa. Speaking at a recent meeting in Brooklyn the Rev. Dr. John H. Reed, president of the College of West Africa, Liberia, said, among other things: "A thoroughly organized school system is the fundamental basis for the permanent establishment of a republic in which the people shall govern themselves. Liberia is brought face to face at the present time with the problem of organizing a public school system to meet the demands of a primitive people, as may be found among the various tribes within the territorial boundary of the republic." PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS THE CARVER HOTEL On All Car Lines 1308-10 WASHINGTON AVE. SO. 28 Newly Furnished Rooms. By Day, Week or Month. Special Rates to Theatrical People. Mrs. Allie (Mother) Carver, Prop. N. W. Phone Main 883 BARBER SHOP AND BATHS. DO YOU WANT TO BE WELL DRESSED? THEN I AM YOUR TAILOR. Let me make your Fall Suit or Overcoat from from my Chosest Stock of Latest Patterns. Perfect Fit. Quality and Work man ship Guaranteed. Reasonable Prices. Special attention given to repairing, cleaning, Let me make your Fall Suit or Overcoat from from my Chocest Stock of Latest Patterns. Perfect Fit. Quality and Work man ship Guaranteed. Reasonable Prices. Special attention given to repairing, cleaning, and pressing. Tel. N. W. Cedar 3488. CLIFFORD A. SMITH. 109 E. 8th ST., ST. PAUL, MINN. THE SPIRELLA CORSET. Cora E. Anderson, Corsetier. . W. Dale 1345—365 Aurora Ave. St. Paul. Get Ready for Winter ! STOVES REPAIRED AND SET UP. Water Fronts, Brick and Cast Linings, Nickel Replated Everything in Stove Repairs For Any Style Stove or Range. Eighteen years of actual practice enables me to give you expert work at the Lowest Prices. Call N. W. South 6760 J. A. JUDY, 2716 27½ STREET SO. 204-11th Ave, So. Madame Emma Taylor Jones PROPRIETOR DO IT NOW!!! DON'T WAIT!!! Come in, and have your teeth fixed and pay in Weekly or Monthly installments. We have Dr. H. Plerce, "the famous extractor" with us every Monday and Friday and by special appointment. Phone, Nlc. 3112. Buy Christmas Diamonds Watches and Jewelry on Easy Payments "All Goods Delivered on First Payment." MAX A. KOHEN 44 SOUTH 5th STREET MANICURIST. Miss Leah Barquette. First class work. No. 3 Boston Block. DANIEL DANNOR and Embalmer Office 317 Plymouth Ave. No. Res. Phone Hyland 1012. Office Phone Hyland 664. A Most Practical "Xmas" Gift for the home A Northwestern Telephone $2.00 per month CALL CONTRACT DEPARTMENT, MAIN 4000 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. The Northwestern Telephone Ex. Co. B. FINK MERCANTILE CO. 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