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Defective Page Remarkable Advance Made by Individuals In Montgomery Interestingly Told by Traveler In Quest of Facts About Conditions as They Actually Are—Work of Local Organization. By RALPH W. TYLER. Montgomery, Ala.—A visitor to this conservative city, where Jefferson Davis took the cath as president of the Confederacy, is struck at first with how far into the background of the past the Negro has pressed the then status of his condition. Then the city's colored inhabitants were either housed in master owned shanties or the servants' quarters of "the big house." Today they are either housed in comfortable cottages or commodious residences which they themselves own. Then the problem was one which the abolitionists of the north were trying to solve. Now it is a problem the Negroes of pretty Montgomery are solving themselves. Another thing which impresses the visitor to Montgomery is that the apparent conservatism, characteristic of the city, among our people is quickly dissipated when you mention the city of Birmingham, for it is a matter of confident belief with them that they have achieved and are achieving more in the way of material progress than their fellows over in the "Pittsburgh of the south." This rivalry existing between these two cities makes for greater progress among the people of Montgomery. Montgomery's 50,000 population is about equally divided between the two races. The city lies in the cotton belt of Alabama, and cotton growing would be a lost art were it not for the colored laborers. I took a drive and, less you think the race here are not progressive, will state my drive was in a handsome touring car owned by a Negro. I was shown the beautiful homes owned by our people and had pointed out to me several hundred cozy modern cottages owned and occupied by colored citizens. The colored people of Montgomery are making remarkable progress, and the local Business league here is active in fostering and extending business establishments among the race, the president of the league, J. H. Fergus, being one of the most energetic men I ever met in a similar capacity. They have a real Negro Business league in Montgomery, one that believes a Negro business league should be no pent up Utica, but an instrument to advance the race along every possible worthy line. For instance, the league here is active in its efforts to improve the school facilities, the anti-tuberculosis crusade, the Hale Infirmary and the employment of a colored matron in the waiting room of the railroad station. Among the business establishments in Montgomery which are owned, controlled and manned by our folks are: Two bakeries, one bank, two butcher shops, more than a dozen blacksmith shops, three well furnished barber shops, one carriage shop, one jewelry store, two motion picture theaters, three very successful realty companies, eight shoemaking establishments, six tailoring establishments, one large transfer company, two funeral directors, one up to date drug store, two or three insurance companies, one clothing store, several first class grocery stores, one hawkess manufacturer and two wide awake newspapers. The professional men compare most favorably with any in the country. I was much impressed with one paragraph in a recent letter sent out by the Negro Business league of Montgomery to every member of the league that "it should be remembered that we are building a race within a great civilization which is exacting and calls for our greatest efforts as a people, claiming, as many do. representative and patriotic citizens." The league is doing everything in its power to urge members of the race to learn the building trades in order that the race may monopolize the trades, just as it monopolizes the domestic service. While most of the bricklaying and carpenter work in Montgomery is still done by Negroes, it is observed that white men plying these trades have begun to get a foothold in that city and to guard against the possibility of the Negro being driven from the trades the Negro Business league here is urging that the race learn the trades. Some of the Negroes who have put Montgomery on the business map, who are actually "building a race within a great civilization," are G. E. Newstell, Dr. Scott, A. C. Dungee, L. A. Gilmer, Major Saxton, O. L. Campbell, J. H. Fagan, J. H. Phillips, Dr. U. S. Dean and V. H. Tulane. And the Negro Business league at Montgomery stands for a very high degree of civic pride, which commends it to and secures for Negro business men the approval and the patronage of progressive white citizens. At Montgomery, Ala., you find the spirit of progress among the Negroes as strong as in any community, you find race loyalty that is most commendable, and you find thrift and the desire to accumulate unsurpassed. FRIEND OF HUMAN RIGHTS. New York District Attorney Believes In Evenhanded Justice. By N. BARNETT DOSSON. District Attorney, Charles S. Whitman of New York is numbered among the stalwart friends of humanity without regard to race, creed or color. On many occasions during his able administration of the affairs of his office he has stood in the breach between Afro-Americans and their enemies. It is encouraging therefore to refer to his attitude of fairness toward the colored people and their right to equal justice in courts of law without discrimination. Speaking at a meeting in New York held under the auspices of an organization for race advancement upon one occasion, District Attorney Whitman in part said: Crime is crime, whether committed by a white man or a black man. Society must be protected from acts of violence whether the offender has had every opportunity for intellectual and moral growth from his babyhood or has always lived in the darkness of ignorance and depravity. Certain offenses, too awful for description, arouse public indignation which is well night uncontrollable, and that is as true in one section of the land as in another. It is not within the scope of the authority of those charged with the enforcement of law to consider questions involving heredity, environment or the ultimate responsibility for conditions which must be met as those charged with the making of laws have determined. Sentiment and charity should not excuse indolence and crime, and desire to secure the advancement of one race must not countenance unfairness and injustice to another. The Negro, as he exists in this country, is a product of conditions created by the white man. When the nation assured him the rights of citizenship it guaranteed to him the protection and the enjoyment of those rights, but the great country itself at least morally assumed an infinitely greater responsibility. For our own protection, if for no unselfish motive, we are obligated to see to it that the opportunity, which we are proud to say in this country is given to all, shall not be denied to him; that where he is made to feel the rigor of the law he may also depend upon the protection of the law; that his race or his color is no more to be condemned on account of the offences of some of its members than are other races or other people to be censured under like conditions. NUTLEY HALL DEDICATED. New Dormitory at Virginia Union University Formally Opened. Nutley hall, the new dormitory building at the Virginia Union university in Richmond. Va., was dedicated Thursday morning, Nov. 27. The exercises begin at 10 o'clock with orchestra music, followed by invocation, Scripture reading, prayer and hymn. President George Hovey read the financial statement of the institution and delivered the keys of the new building to the Rev. Dr. A. Binga, Jr., vice president of the board of trustees. The chief speaker for the occasion was the Rev. Dr. L. C. Barnes, field secretary of the American Baptist Home Mission society. Other speakers on the program were William Hodges Mann, governor of Virginia; George Ainslie, mayor of Richmond; President F. W. Bontwright, Richmond college; Professor W. T. B. Williams, agent of Slater and Jeanes educational funds; Rev. W. H. Stokes, Ph.D., pastor of Ebenenzer Baptist church; Samuel Cohen of Richmond, and Dr. Douglass Freeman of the state board of health. Cheering Words From Mayor Ainslie. In his welcome address to the Negro organization society at its first annual meeting recently held in Richmond, Va., Mayor George Ainslie declared his hearty interest in the standard of citizenship of every member of the community. He said he believed in the society and its motto of "Better Schools, Better Health, Better Homes and Better Farms." SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. MERIT. Greensboro, N. C., Dec. 5.—The Odell Hardware Company reported to be the largest hardware firm in the South, closed and draped its doors in memory of its old and faithful employee, Robert Harris. When consideration is given to the importance of this firm, its extensive business and its large force and that all of this work has been suspended to pay respect to a Negro, we see in this a very rare example of over looking color and giving recognition to merit.—Norfolk Journal and Guide. Trial of Harvey Fields for Murder of Dr. E. E. Gordon Begun at Calro, Ill. Cairo, Ill., Dec. 9.—Two Negroes are members of the jury chosen today to hear the case of Harvey Fields, (white) charged with the murder of Dr. E. E. Gordon, (white). In the opening statement, the defense declared Fields was insane when he shot Dr. Gordon, who Fields alleges, ruined his home. WHY AFRO-AMERICANS ARE LEAVING THE SOUTHLAND. Economic Conditions and Presence of Certain Perils Principal Causes. In an article recently published in the Philadelphia Public Ledger Mr. Henry W. Wilbur gives the following as some of the reasons why the colored people are leaving the rural districts of the south in such large numbers, Mr. Wilbur says: Whatever may be thought about some of the special pleading at the Lenten meeting in Holy Trinity church the other day the opinion expressed that the Negroes should remain in the south and mainly on the soil is sound. But the matter needs some explanation and will have to be more carefully studied than it has been before the point of real elucidation is reached. At the present time there is an exodus of Negroes from the rural districts along two lines of outlet—first, from the agricultural districts of Dixie to the southern cities, and, second, from corresponding sections to the already congested commercial centers in the north. The natural question is, Why should there be any exodus at all? It must be remembered, however, that the Negro emigrates in obedience to the same motives which took the Israelites out of Egypt and brought the Puritans and Quakers to America. That motive was and is a very living desire for an improved condition. It may be taken for granted that this exodus cannot be stopped by mere preachments. The Negro will not be kept on the soil unless the causes which lead to his leaving are removed. In the absence of proper economic inducements and in the presence of certain perils and persecutions the most energetic Negroes will leave many of the agrenitural regions of the south on the first opportunity. The whole case is not covered when we talk about educating the Negro. The whites also need educating. Is using this word we mean vastly more than the removal of illiteracy, but rather an education so practical and so human that the representatives of both races shall see things as they are and in their perspective. MISSION WORK IN AFRICA. Views of a Former Missionary on Uplift of the Natives. That Africa offers a most inviting field for the African Methodist Episcopal church to do a still greater missionary and educational work in West and South Africa is the opinion of the Rev. Dr. L. C. Curtis, pastor of Trinity A. M. E. church, Baltimore. Dr. Curtis served in West Africa as a missionary for his denomination a number of years and accomplished an excellent work there. Schools and mission stations are the result of his labors. "I labored in West Africa," says Dr. Curtis, "a number of years, and I believe that the work there has a bright future. I would be glad for our people here to give more of their means for the upbuilding of the African work, for the natives there are hungering for Christianity and education." Dr. Curtis was a candidate for bishop for the West African work at the last two general conferences of his denomination and is being urged to enter the race at the general conference which will be held in Philadelphia in 1916. SMOKE THE RELIABLE SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR Remarkable Record of Man Who Achieved Greatness Nearly Two Centuries Ago Almost Single Handed. Won Success by Dogged Persistence. Was Possessor of Strong Memory. The biography of Benjamin Banneker as given by John H. B. Latrobe and published by the American Negro Monographs company, in Washington, is worthy of the most careful reading. Professor John W. Cromwell is the editor of series No. 3, which contains a full account of Banneker's achievements. Benjamin Banneker was born in Baltimore county, Md., near the village of Illicott's Mills, in the year 1732. His father was a native African and his mother the child of natives of Africa, so that no admixture of the blood of the white man was he indebted for his peculiar and extraordinary abilities. His father was a slave when he married, but his wife, who was a free woman and possessed of great energy and industry, very soon afterward purchased his freedom. Banneker's mother was named Morton before her marriage and belonged to a family remarkable for its intelligence. When upward of seventy she was still very active, and it is remembered of her that at this advanced age she made nothing of running and skipping like a child. Property Qualification For Voters. A nephew of hers, Greenbury Morton, was a person of some note not withstanding his complexion. Prior to 1809 free people of color possessed of a certain property qualification voted in Maryland. In this year a law was passed restricting the right of voting to free white males. Morton was ignorant of the law till he offered to vote at the polls in Baltimore county, and it is said that when his vote was refused he addressed the crowd in a strain of pure impassioned eloquence which kept the audience that the election had assembled in breathless attention while he spoke. When Benjamin was old enough he was employed to assist his parents in their labor. This was at an early age when his destiny seemed nothing better than that of a child of poor and ignorant free Negroes, occupying a few acres of land in a remote and thinly populated neighborhood, a destiny which certainly at this day is not of very brilliant promise and which at the time in question must have been gloomy enough. Attends Country District School. In the intervals of toll and when he was approaching or had attained manhood he was sent to an obscure and distant country school, which he attended until he had acquired a knowledge of reading and writing and had advanced in arithmetic as far as double position. In all matters beyond these rudiments of learning he was his own instructor. On leaving school Ben, as his friends were wont to call him, was obliged to labor for years, almost uninterruptedly, for his support. But, his memory being retentive, he lost nothing of the little education he had acquired. On the contrary, although utterly destitute of books, he amplified and improved his stock of arithmetical knowledge by the operation of his mind alone. He was an observer of everything that he saw or which took place around him in the natural world. He sought with advidity information from all sources of what was going forward in society, so that he became gradually possessed of a fund of general knowledge which it was difficult to find among those even who were far more favored by opportunity and circumstances than he was. At first his information was a subject of wonder among his illiterate neighbors only, but by degrees his reputation spread through a wider circle. Benjamin Banneker, still a young man, came to be thought of as one who could not only perform all the operations of mental arithmetic with extraordinary facility, but exercise a sound and discriminating judgment upon men and things. Invents Clock at Thirty Years of Age. It was at this time, when he was about thirty years of age, that he con- trived and made a clock which proved an excellent timepiece. He had seen a watch, but not a clock, such an art- icle not yet having found its way into the quiet and secluded valley in which he lived. The watch was therefore his model. It took him a good while to accomplish this feat, his great difficulty, as he often used to say, being to make the hour, minute and second hands correspond in their motions. But the clock was finished at last and raised still higher the credit of Banneker in his neighborhood as an ingenious man, as well as a good arithmetician. As already stated, the basis of Banneker's arithmetical knowledge was obtained from the schoolbook into which he had advanced as far as double position, but in 1757 Mr. George Elliott lent him. "Mayer's Tablets," "Ferguson's Astronomy" and "Leadbeater's Lunar Tables." Along with these books were some astronomical instruments. NEW MASTER OF DIALECT. Literary Work of Professor Charles Alexander Author and Lecturer Alexander, Author and Lecturer. Los Angeles, Cal.-Professor Charles Alexander of Boston, who has been a resident of this city for the past five months, is gradually winning success in his literary work. He is making a specialty of Dunbar's poems in a series of readings and lectures which has already attracted public attention. It is said that no author among Afro-Americans so interprets the dialect of the famous poet Dunbar as does Professor Alexander. Among the most absorbing subjects for lectures to which Mr. Alexander has given much time and careful study are "Dealing With Mr. Humbug," a discussion of the Negro problem, showing the optimistic side of the Negro's progress; "Frederick Douglass as Slave and Statesman," an intensely interesting and dramatic narrative of the achievements of a great man; "Liberia, Africa and the American Negro," a story of the founding of the republic of black men on the west coast of Africa; "Journalism and the Printing Art" (this address is the fruit of fifteen years' experience as a teacher of printing as well as an employing practical worker in all branches of the art); "The Hummorous In Negro Literature" (this lecture is made up largely of the gleanings from 300 books contained in the lecturer's private library; there are many laughs in every paragraph). Professor Charles Alexander, educator, author, literary critic and orator, was born at Natchez, Miss. He went to New London, Conn., when a small boy and in that city received his education and training for journalism. He has been regularly employed on the staff of Boston and Philadelphia daily newspapers; has traveled in Europe, the island of Cuba and throughout the United States and Canada. He served as a teacher for four years in the Agricultural and Mechanical college at Normal, Ala.; two years at the Tuskegee institute, of which Dr. Booker T. Washington is principal, and four years at Wilberforce university, in Ohio. From 1893 to 1896 he published the Monthly Review in Boston. From 1905 to 1900 he published Alexander's Magazine in Boston and conducted a general printing and publishing business. He has contributed book reviews, short stories, poems and essays to various newspapers and magazines and is the author of the following volumes: "Evidences of Progress Among Colored People" (1896), "One Hundred Distinguished Leaders" (1897), "Under Fire With the Tenth United States Cavalry" (1898) and "Making Printers at Tuskegee" (1900). He has recently finished the manuscript of a book to bear the title "Batties and Victories of Allen Allenworth," being the story of the life of the founder of the town in California by that name. Professor Alexander is a fine writer, a poet of high ability and a platform orator of rare powers. He is a master of the Negro dialect, used so splendidly in Dunbar's poems and short stories. Washington on Ignoring Politics. Because Dr. Booker T. Washington advised against political influence in the work of the Bordentown (N. J. Industrial school some of the northern daily papers are interpreting the great educator's meaning to their own liking, and for the very object, doubtless, against which Dr. Washington advised. The Bordentown school is a state institution for the education of colored youths. So far as Afro-Americans are concerned the remarks of Dr. Washington were not intended to mean that they, the voting class, should forego any political, civil or personal right as citizens in order to obtain an education. The voteless citizen is a badly handicapped person and lives in violation of the federal constitution whether hindered by unfair laws operated against him by those in authority through prejudice or of his own volition. 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. PROMOTERS OF GOOD WILL Managers of Mississippi State Fair Show Afro-Americas Fine Courtney Show Afro-Americans Fine Courtesy. At the very moment when the segregation order at Washington has aroused such strong feeling and much indignant protest, friends of the Negro will surely welcome any sign of hopefulness for the race, especially when that sign is manifested in the state of Jefferson Davis and Vardaman, the only state in the Union which now contains a population more than 50 per cent Negro—consequently, where the race problem might seem to be most acute. The managers of the Mississippi state fair, recently held in Jackson, the capital, some months ago, determined to give Negro exhibitors a larger opportunity than has been theirs in years past. They permitted the erection of a Negro building by Negro contractors, encouraged exhibits not only from Negro schools but also individual exhibitors, and also designated the last two of the ten days of the fair as Negro days, with provision for a Negro parade and mass meeting addressed by speakers of both races, athletic contests and a declaation contest, all of which were successful. The results have been altogether happy. The Negro building was filled to overflowing with exhibits altogether creditable, largely from Negro schools, but also from individual exhibitors. The Negro parade, said to have been a mile long and to have included about 5,000 Negroes, with double that number looking on, was a surprise, not to say an astonishment, in the eyes of both Negroes and white people. It included floats, illustrative of phases of Negro progress since emancipation; sections of Negro school children and thousands of plain citizens; was orderly, impressive and by its general good management provcd the organizing capacity of Negro leadership. Concerning it the Jackson Daily News commented: "Negro day at the state fair has simply knocked the spots out of any feature that the white patrons of the big institution have pulled off this year-or almost any year, for that matter. The parade, shortly before the noon hour, was hardly short of a sensation. To say that it created astonishment among the white folks is expressing it very mildly. Honestly, you've got to hand it to the colored folks. "They have set an example of civic pride, enthusiasm in behalf of the state fair and pride for their native state that white folks could well emulate." An immense audience of both white and colored people gathered for the noonday mass meeting and listened to addresses from prominent citizens of both races that were able and full of good feeling. MEMORIAL MEETING FOR LATE DR. JOHN R. FRANCIS. Noted Statesmen and Educators Praise Worth of Able Physician. Major R. R Moton, commandant of cadets at Hampton institute, was one of the speakers at a memorial meeting held in Washington Monday evening, Nov 24, for the late Dr. John R. Francis, who was one of the most prominent colored physicians of Washington. Other prominent men on the program at the same memorial meeting were the Hon. William Jennings Bryan, secretary of state; Dr. William M. Davidson, superintendent of Washington schools; Professor George W. Cook of Howard university, Dr. Thomas Jesse Jones of the United States bureau of education and William L. Washington, head worker at the Colored Social settlement. The meeting was held in the Metropolitan A. E. church under the auspices of Colored Social settlement, which has exerted a splendid influence for the improvement of living conditions among the masses of colored people in Washington. Archie Lewis Dies in Washington. The recent death of Mr. Archie Lewis in Washington removes from the community one of its old landmarks among both the white and colored people. He served as chief of the robing room of the United States supreme court. The deceased was a native of Virginia and had served in the above named position since 1840. He was eighty-two years of age. When Mr. Lewis began his duties in the robing room Judge Taney of the Dred Scott decision fame was the presiding justice. New Pythian Temple in Evansville, Ind. Indiana Knights of Pythians are receiving congratulations on the near completion of the Pythian temple in Evansville. The building complete cost $20,000. It will be ready for occupancy about Dec. 20, according to the present calculations of the contractors. le ears | ee ae > ~ 4 ator ni | | a | = <a | | = = eee pa | noone am MINNEAPOLIS “in this geet dliy of ours, Suaaeros ‘throw out th {© rescue the erlabing Rev. T, J. Caster, or ES : The: Powplets Christian Mission, TREY. @. W. MITCHELL, PASTOR. s) 7 S08 Washington Ave, 80. | Funeral and Wedding notices are fo be’paid for in advance. te ~ Betheeda Baptist Church. M1. a. m. Sermon by Pastor, also Re ‘port on Baptist's, Progress. 12:88, Sunday Sehool. 6:20 PM. BLY. B. UL 8 P.M. Sermon by Pastor. SPECIAL MEETING. 3 P.M, Negro Morals Commission. : MRS. G. W. MITCHELL Prominent Sunday School Worker. CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS EXERCISES. ‘The Peoples Christian Mission Sun day School and the Prosperity Sunday Schoof will unite in the Christmas ex- ercises Friday, Dec. 26—8 p. m., at the Mission 1204 Wash, Ave. So,, about 40 little voices will be heard, giving praises to.the New born King. Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good wil towatd men. Don't forget the date. Mrs. G. W. Mitchell, the Organizer of the schools will have charge of program, assisted by Mrs. Hattie Johneon and Mr. Patterson. Come one! Come all! Admission Free. THE HOME GIRL A WINNER. Miss Francis Mask was the winner of the Household of Ruth Prize Con- test. She received a diamond ring. ‘Miss Mask lives in Mnneapolis, and had small chance to lose, although credit is given Miss Walker. She did well, bat could not win, She lives in little St. Paal. NEGROES BEFORE GRAND JURY. Several members of the Negro Morals Committee appeared before the Grand Jury this week, others were called in to testify. The Grand Jury Feported no indictments. It is ex- pected that many exposures will be made later on. Charges of perjury may be the outcome. The Special Committee have presented thelr charges. Investigation may reveal “graft” between the police and law- breakers. JUDGE JOHNSON’S HOLIDAY DANCES. , Judge Johnson will give his anual holiday dances on Dec. 24 and Dec. #1, at Union Temple, 28 Washington Ave. So, The password ts “Good Order.” Bring it with you. To my many friends thé Joys of the holiday season, {is tlie greetings of Judge Johnson, the pleasuré maker —Advertisement. ‘Mise Vinnie Hieronymous of Omaha, Neb, fs the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Peoptes for an indefinite stay. Miss Hieronymous has quite a tepu tation as an artist. Héitor Smith has accepted an invita. tion to speak at the Social gnd Lit “erary of Pilgrim Baptist Church, Mon day’ night, Deo, 15, on Vice, The Over whelming Force in our Community.’ Col. Jim. Loomis was o visitor to the olty last week. He attended the Forum meeting. “Mr. Byron Holder, left for Ashland, ‘Wis, where he was formerly em. ployed, and mot for Fernie, B. C., as ap- peared in. last weeks notes. ‘THE SUNDAY FORUM. Good Musical and Literary Program, Charitable Donations Voted. Civic Work Endorsed. ‘The Sunday Forum held its meeting on Dec. 7th, at St. Peter’s A. M. Chureh, which wad largely attended, Hon. W. R. Morris, presided, Miss Ids Grey, Sec’y. The following donations were voted, $10.00 to the Attucks Home, St. Paul, and $5.00 to the sub scription solicited by Mrs. Valdo Tur ner for renovation of the furnishings of hte room, (which had beet pléced by Negroes) at the Jean Brown Home, St. Paul. The program was excellent. ‘The reading of “The Raven” by Mr. John Allison and the paper on “Cul: ture” by Mrs, Valdo Tarnet ware the literary features. Mrs. Turner showed marked ability and interested her hearers by her portrayal of the ad. vantages of culture in man and the lower animials, also its great effect on the vegetable kingdom—showing that “our interests must be as wide as our needs.” The musical numbers were plano solo by Miss Adah Lewis, one of the accomplished and recognized young, artiste of the loca? talent, also 4 soprano solo by Miss Bessie Mason, to her own decotttpantitient, assisted by Prof. Afthtir’ Bodene, violinist. This namber was espéctally good. A trio by Missés Lady and fva Walker, and Mr. Dan Raytior was well recetved. Mr. Raytior ts oné of our leading musical directors. The Forum went on record as endorsitig the Negro Morals Com- nitssfor. v A communication from State Fair Board in reply to a letter from Mr. W. M. Smith of the Public Affairs Com. about discrimfnation against Mrs. Darby, Mrs. Holder and Mrs, Wright was sent to Pres, Morris, assuring him that setion had been taken by the Boart. A committe on tiominattons was appointed to report next meeting the flantes of candidates for etectfon for next term. ‘The attendance was very large. ‘A REASON WHY you should pay tor tris paper is bécatse yon get ft and tead ft. Becatise you don’t agree with tie Editor, fs tio reason for rob- bing him. There are many who grin ‘before us, cuss behind us, yet never Pay. Cusses or compliments won't publish newspapers. We need cold cash, and our friends are those who pay for thé Star, without expecting im- munity from publictty for alleged viola- ‘tions of thelaw. If they were not many, we would be a memory. ATTY. PRANKLIN IS DUE CREDIT. Mitineapolis, Minn., Deo. 9, 1913. Mr. Editor: Please allow me space to say that Atty. W. H. H. Franklin is due all cfedit for the prosecution of the con: cessionaire; at the State Fatr Grounds, because of his diserttna- tion against Mrs. Wright, Mrs. Holder and Mra. Darby. Had Atty. Franklin been consulted earlier he would have deen able to secure damages, however, he gained a conviction through crim- inal charges and therefore a vindiea- tion. I make there statements because the affatt has been given publictty without the mention of the name of Atty. Franklin, who alone brought success where another had failed. Respectfully Jas. Darby, 102 Bryant Ave. No. Dr. Judy, the dentist, has resigned his position with th eNew York Pain. less Dentists, and will confine his Work to his office at 8638 4theAve. 80, where he will receive his patients at all hours. Phone N. W. Colfax 1846. | Mr. 3. H. Lane has opened « Pana. torfum in connection with Jones & Bell's Barber Shop. Mr. Lane solicits the patronage of all desiring good tafloring. and cleaning, ’ Mrs. T. J. Carter is improving slow- ty. ) Mrs. J. T. Thompson is very ill at 883 Bryant Ave. No. Mr. Jas. Sheppard, 613 13th Ave. So, tw convalescent, Mr, Benj. Jones, who has been in- Aisposed during past week ts much Improved. Mr. Geo, Brown, formerly of Brown & Parker, now a prosperous farmer at Anok@, was in the city last week. He fs enjoying good health and met many of his old friends. Mrs. Marguerite Washington, 1600 Penn Ave. No, has returned from St. Louis. Mr. Washington is visiting rel- jatves in Henderson, Ky, and their daughter, Miss Reva is attending Miss Burrough’s School at Wash, D. 0. Mr. Chas. E. Duncan, of St. Lake City and his mother, Mrs, Myrtle ‘Seott, are residing at 1813 B. Frank- Mim. Mr. Seott ts a very ambitious young man, who is interested in wire- less telegraphy. He will attend schoo! here, ‘aust oe Send your notes, if you want pace. TWIN CITY STAR renee DEATH SPARED TWIN CITY HERD THE SILVER AN DURING PAST YEAR, SERVICES ces OF SORROW AND THANKS- HOUSEHOLD OF | = Of St. Paul, Cotebrati sary, Assisted by § archy, a Literary eLk’s Prograi MEMORIAL The Silver Annivers old of Ruth, held o SERVICES. ‘grand social and lites The Joint Memorial Services Of Ames Lodge No. 106 and Gopher Lodge No. 105, I. B. P. 0. B. W. were held last Sunday at Bethesda Baptist Church. Rey. Carter delivered a fit ting eulogy. Exalted Ruler, Bred ‘Thomas of Ames, and L. B. Greer of Gopher (Sti Paul) were present with many of their brothers. Bro. Thomas was the master of ceremonies. Bulo- gles were impressively delivered by Dist. Deputy R. M. Johnson, Past Dist. Deputy, P. H. Southall, Sec'y W. R. Morris spoke and recited Oh! Why should the spirit of mortal be proud? The services were very exceptional, neither Lodge having lost a member during past year, and these services were a thanksgiving, however, they motned the departure of other broth- ers. Prayer was offered by Bro. Geo, 'W. Holbert. The Choir, under the ‘direction of Mrs. Frank Wheaton sang appropriate selections. The collec- tion was raised by Bros. Edw. Stewart and Judge Johnson, amounting to $20.00 for the pastor and $12.23 for ‘the church. Although Bro. “Jock” ‘Simms the Inner Guard had declared himself powerless against the invader Death, who had not broken their herd, both Ames and Gopher have decided to unite hereafter in a Joint Lodge of Sorrow, alternating in each city, brows- ing happily together in peace, hoping to meet departed brothers before the Supreme Exalted Ruler of the Unt- verse in the great beyond, when their faults have been written upon the sands, and thelr virtues upon tablets of Love and Memory. SPECIAL SUNDAY MEETING. Dr. Andrew Gillies, will speak: on Sunday afternoon at Bethesda Baptist Church before the Negro Morals Com. mission, at 3 P. M. Dec. 14. Rev. Car. ter will also deliver a short address. A report of the work of the Committee will be given after the program. LONGSTREET’S SERVANT BURIED * HERE. Frank Stauss, otderly for General Longstreet in the Civil war and once a slave, was buried today at Lakewood cemetery. Funeral rites were con- ducted by Rev. G. L. Morrill last night im the Gill undertaking rooms, For elght years Srauss has been a servant of the family of Dr. J. W. Doyle, 124 Laurel avenue, Mrs, Emma Stitt, 65 years, former- ly a servant in the Barnaby faniily, dled at the residence of Mrs. Scott, 2817 Elliott Ave, trom paralysis, Her funeral was held at St. Peters, Dec. 8. Rey. Jackson officiated. She was one of thé older residents, born a slave in Memphis, Tenn. Messrs. Benj. Jones and Clarence Bell are making good in their recent business venture. They have the Barber Shop and Pool Room, formerly conducted by Mr. H. D. Parker at 244 Third Ave. So, and are doing their best to give satisfaction to their cus- tomers. You must send your subscriptions it you want the Twin City Star, or or- der it discontinued, i SHRINER’S BALL—THAT’S ALL, | kiana baleen efi og aid crnacye LBS of the MYSTIC SHRINE will five {elt SOUTH ANNUAL BALL £"chttinan Flas Wabasha and Stn Sty Bt, paul, Monday Bening Beecher doth We have receives ported) URW fhe tatest, Musis by iccttlougtrs, Fut Oreheatra, We reserve the Fight to Telect ay one shjectionabie,© invitations tnawed Ein omple, "Geo. "cy Hoage, Re- Soruarsohtverdiesment. SSRIS SESS Mr. and Mrs. Walter Blackburn have moved to 3137 Findley Place. Mr. Dan. Williams is renovating his restaurant, getting ready -for the holi- ‘day season. 7 Any pétéon who has paid for this paper, without receiving it, will be given a year’s subscription on proof of their statement. REAL ROYALTY. If there be no nobility of de- scent, all the more indispensable Is it that there should be nobil- ity of ascent —a character in them that bear rule se fine and high and pure that as men come within the circle of its Influence they involuntarily pay homage to that which Is the one pre-em!- nent distinction. the royalty of virtue. “Bishop Henty C. Potter. READ THE STAR—IT'S NEWS. THE SILVER ANNIVERSARY. HOUSEHOLD OF RUTH No. 558 Of St. Paul Celebrated 28th Anttiver sary, Acsisted by St. Paul Patri- archy, a Literary and Musical Programt. The Silver Anniversary of the House: hold of Ruth, held on Deo. 9, was a grand social and literary affair, The exercises were opened by a few re- marks by Mr. B. C. Archer, master of ceremonies. He introdueed the first Most Noble Governness of the House- hold, Mrs. Hattle Davenport, who read a brief and interesting sketch of the , 5 rd Eee) Mees hy Be cs 2) ene an ( a / i , } 2c ae ik Oe apace are pe ee a MRS SADIE ST. LOUIS, Iictinaidlath Attia progress of the order. St. Paul's favorite dialect reader rendered two selections receiving great ap plause, Two young comedians, Bunny Harris and Foster Brown, were very amusing. Mis Missourl Moker, pian fst, rendered a choice selection. Mrs Rosella Thomas, a contralto of merit, sang two numbers. Her rare volce was heard to great disadvantages, poor accompanist and unfavorable acoustics, The literary attraction was the first appearance of Mrs. Sadie St. Louis, of Boston, Mass. Mrs. St. Louis read “Hiawatha’s Famine,” thé well known local legend, a very appropriate rendition. She easily proved her abil: ‘ity as a cultured reader, being a grad- uate of Emerson College of Boston "| Prize Contest. Winner. Mass. The prize contest was between Miss Pinkle Walker of St. Paul and Miss Francis Mask of Minneapolis. The later, Miss Mask sold tickets amount- ing to $129.50, Miss Walker $80.76. The announcement was made by Atty. Francis, who introduced Miss Mak, and presented her with a beautiful soltaire diamond -ring. Miss Walker received $15 in cash. After the pro- gram dancing was enjoyed by many present. The attendance was large, Mr. Wm. R. Hardy left for Calgary last Thursday after a delightful vistt of five weeks, also spending one week in Chicago with his mother. Mrs. Wm. R. Jenney of Chicago, a girlhood friend of Mrs. W. R. Hardy, spent a few days last week visiting Mrs. Hardy. SPECIAL SUNDAY DINNER. THE ST. LOUIS KITCHEN. You can get a good’ menl, clean service, and courteous attention at the St. Louls Kitchen, 188 E. Third St} St. Paul. Mrs. Hinson is univer: sally known for her xood cooking. ST. LOUIS. KITCHEN, 188 E. 3rd St, St, Paul, Minn.—Advertisement. FORUM MEETING. ‘The Forum meets the first Sunday tm gach month at St. Peters A.M. 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Births, Deaths, Cards of Thanks and Meeting Notices — Minimum charge, 250 for 15 words or less. Over 35 words, one cent for each word. All personal advertisements in the local columns must be paid for in advance. All public comment inserted only over the author's signature SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. LOW AND HIGH. That low man seeks a little thing to do, Sees it and does it; This high man, with a great thing to pursue. Dies ere he knows it. That low man goes on adding one to one. His hundred's soon hit; This high man, aiming at a million. Misses an unit. That has the world here, should he need the next. Let the world mind him! This throws himself on God, and unperplexed. Seeking shall find him. —Robert Browning. DR. BROWN FOR CIVIC BETTERMENT. Prominent Negro Citizen Commends the Work of the Negro Morals Commission. The following letter from Dr. R. S. Brown, a Negro physician, and leading citizen, is an expression of opinion worthy of publicity and contains that advice, which has not been given by our representative leaders. The Morals Commission has done a great work and the conferred honor is due them. The Editor of the Star agitated and exposed, but the aid given him by the concerted effort of its members, was the cause of the recent and continued investigation. Minneapolis, Minn., Dec. 10, 1913. To Twin City Star. The recent purity congress which met here in the city very recently had upon its program one Afro-American representative. We did not hesitate to show our appreciation for the honor conferred upon one of our race, Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, by attending that special meeting in large numbers, as well as many of the sessions held by the congress. During its meeting, the spirit of its influence became well grounded in the minds of the Colored citizens of Minneapolis. So much so, that they called a meeting and organized a vice commission to do work among themselves. It is very commendable that they did, for we need the removal of vice, and impurity from our midst, as much as any other race. Yet, as a race, we are not leaders in impurity or depravity—but it is for us to clean our own back yards and not leave it to be done by others. I heartily endorse any movement among us, that tends to civic purity and race uplift. And no sane person, whether he be white or black, should stand in the way of such progress. Let us help the commission, not by detective maneuvers, but by living the life and carrying on those pursuits which are commendable to the best citizenship. (Signed) Dr. R. S. Brown. "SPEAK UP, IKE, AN' 'SPRESS YO'SE'F." Who dat knockin' at de do? Why, like Johnson—yes, 'fo sho. Come in, Ike; I's mighty glad You come down. I t'ought you's mad At me 'bout de othah night, An' was stayin' 'way fo' spite. Say, now, was you mad fo' true W'en I km' o laughed at you? Speak up, Ike, an' 'spress yo'se'f. 'Tain't no use a-lookin' sad, An' a-mekin' out you's mad; Ew you's gwine to be so glum, Wondah why you evah come. I don't lak nobody 'roun' Dat jes' shet dey mouf an' frown— Oh, now, man, don't act a dunce. Cain't you talk? I tol' you once, Sp'k up, like, an' an' 'spress yo'se'f. I could may in a week. Ef de man I wants u'd speak. Tildy's presents will be fine, But dey wouldn't ekal mine. Him what gits me to' a wife 'Ll be proud, you bet yo' life. 'a had offers; some ain't quilt; But I has not'ma'ed yit. Speak up, Ike, an'_spress yo'se'f. You's my choice, and allus was. Ike, I loves you—yes, I does; Laffin' at you ain't no harm— Go 'way, dahky, whaih's yo' arm? Hug me closer—dah, dat's right. W wasn't you a awful sight, Havin' me to baig you so? Now ax what you want to know. Speak up, Ike, an'_spress yo'se'f. Wha'd you come hyeah fo' tonight? Body'd t'ink you' haid ain't right. I's done all dat I kin do— Dressed perticler, yes fo' you; Reckon I'd a' bettah wo' My ol' ragged calico. Atah all de pains I's took Cain't you tell me how I look? Speak up, like, an' 'spress yo'se'f. Bless my soul I mos' fo'got Tellin' you 'bout Tildy Scott. Don't you know, come Thu'sday night She gwine may' Lucius White? Miss Lize say Sallus wuh Heap sight lakller 'n huh; An' sne'll git me, somep' new, Ef I wants to ma'y, too. Speak up, like, an' 'spress yo'se'f. —Paul Lawrence Dunbar. Be sure you are right, then talk. Some of the "society set" who are so pernicious to morals have been active about the Mayor's office defending vice. Now, they can't talk, because "mum" is the order. Tim E. Owsley, proprietor of the Crown Garden Theatre at Indianapolis, is doing a business which justifies a weekly pay roll of $400 for help and talent. Buckner and Brent, colored men, conduct what is acknowleged to be one of the very best grocery stores in Hopkinsville, Ky., and have a large white patronage. L. S. Williams, one of St. Louis' successful colored undertakers, has recently branched out in the monument business and in addition to furnishing funeral service can now supply patrons with grave stones from the simple kind to the costly marble or granite monument, all made in his establishment. One of the largest and most successful printing establishments conducted by a colored man is the one owned and conducted by C. K. Robinson at St. Louis, Mo. The Home Protective Association, an insurance company with headquarters in Hannibal, Mo., organized and operated by colored men, is doing an excellent business throughout the entire state of Missouri. "The Silver Grill" is the name of a large and finely equipped cafe recently established in St. Louis for high-grade colored patronage. The fact that its business is excellent shows that colored people appreciate high-class service when given by a colored man. Madam Walker of Indianapolis, the hair culturist, recently sailed for Jamaica, Cuba and Haiti to introduce her hair preparation. Madam Walker will spend the winter in these countries. Mitchell Fountain Ink Eraser Company is a new concern launched by G. W. Mitchell, a Negro of Chicago. Mr. Mitchell has invented a new fluid which quickly erases ink, and which is used in a fountain similar to the ordinary fountain pen. Heretofore ink erasing preparations consisted of two fluids which had to be applied separately. The Mitchell invention revolutionizes erasing fluids. He has capitalized his company at $50,000. One big white firm offered him $25,000 for his patent but he declined it. TWIN CITY STAR AN APPEAL. To the Race Loving Women and Men of the United States. The Constitutional League of Oklahoma with Lawyer William Harrison, of Oklahoma City as its leading attorney is contesting with vigor the "Jim Crow" laws of Oklahoma. He will, the last of November or the first of December, bring before the United States Supreme Court the case of McCabe et al vs. The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway So., et al. We are informed that jurist say that the Oklahoma case is the best prepared of its kind of any case yet put before the United States Supreme Court, and that it will now have to meet the issue squarely. There is one feature of this case that will be settled which will effect all of the Negroes in the United States and that is the Inter-State passenger law. If he succeeds it will put an end to all Jim Crowism, so far as Inter-State passengers are concerned. They will not even be subject to the Intr-State laws of the South. Hence we hereby appeal to every liberty loving woman, man and friend of the Negroe race in this country to make a contribution to the expense of fighting this cas. We think it is high time, if Negroes want liberty, they should be willing to pay something towards it. A few race loving men and women in th Oklahoma League, led by the Rev. W. H. Jernagin, D. D., who is now pastor of the Mount Carmel Baptist church, Washington, D. C., have made great sacrifice to bring the case through lower courts to its present stage and Mr. Harrison has practically given his service for nothing; but must be rewarded. We are informed that two able constitutional lawyers of Boston and New York will assist in this case. Therefore let everyone who is interested send at least $1. All contributions to be sent to Rev. W. H. Jernagin, D. D., 420 Q street, N. W., Washington, D. C., who will receipt you for the same. He is a reputable, straightforward, Christian gentleman, and will make an honest report of all money sent him. If persons making contributions do not object, their names will be published in the leading papers of their state. Yours for justice. S. W. Layton, Philadelphia, Pa. President Woman's Convention Auxiliary National Baptist Convention. Nannie H. Burroughs, Washington, D. C., Secretary Woman's Convention Auxiliary National Baptist Convention. P. S.—Editors of the race who are interested will please copy. November 29, 1913. Rev. W. H. Jernagin, 412 Q Streets, N. W. Washington, D. C. My Dear Doctor Jernagin: Noticing an "Appeal to the Race Loving Women and Men of the United States" in the columns of the Twin City Star, and subscribing myself as one of those to whom the Appeal is made, I am pleased to enclose to my check for $5.00 as a contribution to the fund sought to be raised. Aside from my interest as a member of the Race, as well as a member of the Bar, in the outcome of the "Oklahoma Jim-crow Cace", I have a personal interest in it growing out of the fact that I had the pleasure of watching its presentation before the United States Circuit Court of Appeals, at St. Paul, and the honor of hearing Lawyers Harrison, Barbour and other Counsel in their faultless argument of the question involved. It is my opinion that the decision of the United States Supreme Court must result in our favor in this case, and it would be well for every Negro to contribute to the fund necessary to make its proper presentation possible. The blotting out of this hellish race prescription is a consumption devoutly to be wished. 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 forms to The Twin City Star, Minneapolis, Minn. Many who complain that they do not get the Star have been cut off and they will get it on the renewal of their subscription by check or P. O. order. Always is it faith in someone or something that inspires us to lift our work above the commonplace. The word Negro should always be spelled with a Capital N.—It is worthy of this distinction All matter must reach us by West needay for insertion. WANTED. UNREST IN RANKS OF ODD FELLOWS CAUSE OF PRESENT PLIGHT. Failure to Elect Chief Officials at Last Biennial Meeting Held in Atlanta May Embarrass Friends of Grand Master Edward H. Morris, Who Favor His Re-election. Boston—The next meeting of the biennial movable committee of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows will be held in this city in September, 1914. The meeting will be a notable one because of an effort on the part [Name] HENRY LINCOLN JOHNSON. of some of the members of the order to get control of the affairs of the fraternity. Edward H. Morris of Chicago, the present grand master, is being groomed by his friends for re-election, it is said. He has already received the indorsement of several district grand lodges. Mr. Morris has served seven years as grand master, but there was an intervening period during his occupancy of the position. As the last session of the biennial movable committee, held in Atlanta, failed to elect his successor, therefore he and the officers elected at Baltimore three years ago are still holding on. Henry Lincoln Johnson, the present deputy grand master of the order, is also being strongly backed for the position. He has the backing of his jurisdiction—Georgia—and has received assurances of support from various sections of the country. At the last session of the biennial movable committee Mr. Johnson would have probably been elected grand master of the order if he had not declined on account of his having been committed to the candidacy of Benjamin J. Davis. The latter has declared that he will not enter the fight next year, but will devote all of his energies to the continued upbuilding of the order. Mr. Johnson is the present recorder of deeds at Washington. He is a graduate of Atlanta university and the University of Michigan law school. He has been prominent in the affairs of the order for years. His friends say that his election will make for the conciliation of the various factions in the order. There are many candidates in the field for the other prominent offices in the order. Benjamin Nelson of Harrisburg, Pa., is being talked of to enter the race against James H. Needham of Philadelphia, who has been secretary for many years. Julius C. Johnson of Baltimore will have opposition for reelection as grand treasurer, and should there be a new subcommittee of management selected Harry S. Cummings of Baltimore may lose out as attorney general of the order. The biggest fight will take place over the question of the abolition. Grand Master Morris is said to have been one of the most enthusiastic champions of its creation, but he and his followers in the order are now regarded as opposed to its continued existence. One of the anomalies of the situation is that those who will most likely be rival candidates at the coming session were formerly working in unison when it came to matters affecting the order. The Atlanta Independent declares that "Johnson's election means freedom of speech and freedom of action among all the members of the order." The friends of Grand Master Morris claim that he is the ideal candidate and that the fact that he has served a previous term of four years and that also he will have been in office another four years when the clans meet again next September does not legally bar him from re-election, as the law provides that no officer save the grand secretary shall be elected for more than two successive terms, and this does not apply to Morris since no election has been held. To Announce Engagement. If this is to be done at a card party write the name of the lady on each queen of hearts card and the gentleman's name on each king of hearts card. These are then shuffled into the pack and dealt out in the usual way to be discovered in the first hand. Years age, New York butter and Ohio, Wisconsin and Missouri 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. Foreign Beer Experts S that Golden Grain Belt is the nearest like the Imp America. Be wise. SERVE YOUR GUESTS. Experts Say nearest like the Imported, of any in QUESTS. THE BEST Foreign Beer Experts Say SERVE YOUR GUESTS·THE BEST DICKERSON CAFE We want to preve to you by actual personal much better than you'd ever believe if you did features which distinguish this cafe from all other difference between "Geed Enough" and the "B difference between ordinary service and cura. JOHN A. DICKERSON, by actual personal test how or believe if you didn't try the this cafe from all others. The Enough" and the "Best" is the service and curs. A. DICKERSON, Prop. We want to prove to you by actual personal test how much better than you'd ever believe if you didn't try the features which distinguish this cafe from all others. The difference between "Geed Enough" and the "Best" is the difference between ordinary service and eure. FLORSHEIM SHOP represent perfection in fine shoes Get acquainted with COMFORT and become a SATISFIED CUSTOMERS. STANLEY SHOE COMP 422 NICOLLET AVENUE BENJ. JONES (Successors to H. D. Parker) CLAS Barber Shop and Pool 244 THIRD AVENUE SOUTH (Near Milwaukee Depot) N. Baths, Shoe Shining and Billi- ARTISTS'— JACOB REDMOND, J. WRIGHT, WE RESPECTFULLY INVITE INSPECTI The Railroad Porters' and South Side Club FRED. S. CARVER, PRES. Tel. N. W. Nic. 9999. 1804 WASHINGT MINNEAPOLIS, BEN. MARIENHOFF FASHION Phone N. W. 4398 318 HENN Makes Good Clothes at Moderate L SPFCIAL DESIGNS or FALL and IM SHOES in fine shoemaking PORT and become one of our CUSTOMERS. BOE COMPANY BETT AVENUE D. Parker) CLARENCE W. BELL and Pool Room AVENUE SOUTH N. W. Nie. 9834 ning and Billiards J. WRIGHT, H. M. KENNEDY INVITE IN SPECTION. Parters' and Waiters' Side Club CARVER, PRES. 1304 WASHINGTON AVE. 80, COLIS, HOFF FASHIONABLE TAILOR 318 HENNEPIN AVE, es at Moderate Prices or FALL and WINTER represent perfection in fine shoemaking Get acquainted with COMFORT and become one of our SATISFIED CUSTOMERS. STANLEY SHOE COMPANY 422 NICOLLET AVENUE BENJ. JONES (Successors to H. D. Parker) CLARENCE W. BELL Barber Shop and Pool Room 244 THIRD AVENUE SOUTH (Near Milwaukee Depot) N. W. Nic. 9834 Baths, Shoe Shining and Billiards ARTISTS'— JACOB REDMOND, J. WRIGHT, H. M. KENNEDY WE RESPECTFULLY INVITE INSPECTION. The Railroad Porters' and Waiters' South Side Club FRED. S. CARVER, PRES. Tel. N. W. Nic. 9989. 1804 WASHINGTON AVE. SO., MINNEAPOLIS, BEN. MARIENHOFF FASHIONABLE TAILOR Phone N. W. 4398 318 HENNEPIN AVE. Makes Good Clothes at Moderate Prices SPFCIAL DESIGNS or FALL and WINTER REPAIRING A SPECIALTY Contractor and Builder Office Phone ..... N. W. 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