Twin City Star

DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST.PAUL MINNEAPOLIS Minn Historical Society MINNES HISTOR SOCI active Page VOL. 6 Single Copies 5 Cents SWALES DEFENDS UNION SOLDIERS BELIEVES IN RAGIAL PEACE. Daily Journal at Jacksonville, Ill., Prints Forceful Denunciation of Film, Which Its Correspondent Says Should Be Suppressed Before the Poison Picturized Permeates Life of Nation. Jacksonville, Ill.-There appeared in a recent issue of the Jacksonville Daily Journal what is regarded here and elsewhere by those who read it as the most forceful denunciation of the photo play known as "The Birth of a Nation," as well as the most timely compliment to the work of the Negro as a citizen, that has yet been presented. The writer, J. M. Swales, is a white man. The article in part reads thus: Picturization of the events during the reconstruction period from 1868 to 1872 is one gigantic, colossal lie, gilded and sugar coated, which makes it easy for the present generation to swallow. It is a masterpiece of mlsrepresentation and a reflection on the Union soldier who gave the best that was in him and slipped off the four best years of his life. It is also a reflection on the character of the real sons of "southern chivalry" and the southern character in general. Those who lived through that period of the nation's history know that the Rev. Thomas Dixon, at one time an eminent "sky pilot," quit the pulpit and turned to the literary field because there was more in it for him than trying to bring sinners to the mourners' bench. Like many other of his lik he is out for the money. He pictures the Kuklux Klan as a band of heroes composed of the best blood of the south, when the truth is that the Klan was composed mostly of the riffraff and scum of the south, a lot of cowardly ruffians who did all their acts of "heroism" in the night, and the blacker the night the better to carry on their work of assassination with the dagger and bloody rope. In the four years of the red reign of the Kuklux scores and hundreds of innocent whites and blacks were done to death by this gang of murderous cuthrots because they dared to stand for the Union and the flag that has never yet been furled in the face of an enemy. The whole thing is the song of the siren of secession and disunion, waffed back to us from a thousand battlefields and should be suppressed before the poison pictureized permeats the life of the nation—more especially the generations that have come upon the stage of action since the close of the redestest period of our national life—a war that filled a million graves and caused rivers of tears to flow for loved ones who laid down their lives, not for "the birth of a nation," but the salvation of a nation born at Concord and Bunker Hill and not in the brain of the Rev. Thomas Dixon. The story is a beautiful perversion of history and as a screen production has no parallel in the moving picture industry. Therein lies the seductive danger. This is well known by the "sky pilot" who wrote the "Clansman" and Mr. Griffith, who put it on the screen. But they are in for what they can get out of a gullible public. The main features of the film aim to debase the Negro and stir up prejudice against the colored race and keep up a never ending strife between the whites and blacks of the entire country. In those faroff days there were many mean black men, and there were just as many mean white men. In fact, the white men were the meanest, because they had better opportunities than the bondmen who had been under the dominion of slavery for centuries. "The Birth of a Nation" should be suppressed for the harm that it is doing not only in perverting history, but in infaming the passions of those who would like to forget the horrors of that awful period of the sixties, especially the unparalleled atrocities carried out in Andersonville and other dens of horror in the south which seem to have escaped the notice of the Rev. Mr. Dixon, who eulogizes the cutthroat gang of night riders and redhanded assassins whose deeds blacken the pages of the history of the civil war and are the means of keeping alive the strife engendered by and through the very instrumentality he is trying to defend. We seem to have reached the point where it would be quite the proper caper for the Union soldier to apologize for the things he did when called to the colors by the great emancipator more than half a century ago. And according to the teachings of Rev Thomas Dixon, it will not be many generations when it will be a problem to decide which side was right in the conflict between freedom and equality before the law and human oppression for the benefit of the few against the many. I wonder if the fact ever occurred to the author of the "Clansman" that if he and his ilk (meaning the Kuklux Klan) had not fired on the flag at Fort Sumter five and fifty years ago in April, 1916, there would have been no necessity for the four years of reconstruction and the dark days of blood and death that followed in their train? P. H. Venerable Prelate Served Twelve Years as Missionary, Bibion in Africa as Missionary Bishop In Africa. Saratoga, N. Y. - Unusual interest was created at the session of the general conference of the Methodist Episcopal church being held at this famous resort on Tuesday, May 9, when Bishop Isaiah B. Scott, the only colored bishop of the church notified the subcommittee of bishops of his intention to retire at the close of the present session of the general conference. Bishop Scott may read his retirement from the floor of the conference, or he may hand it to the subcommittee to read with its report. The conference will be in session practically the whole of May. The other colored delegates to the conference upon hearing of Bishop Scott's intention held a caucus and decided to propose two candidates as Bishop Scott's successor. They are the Rev. Dr. J. W. Bowen of Atlanta, a professor at the Gammon Theological seminary, and the Rev. Dr. R. E. Jones, editor of the Southwestern Christian Advocate. The colored delegates desire Bishop Scott's successor to be a bishop with full powers, but it is expected that this request will be resisted on the floor of the general conference. The reason given by Bishop Scott for his request for retirement is that the health of one of his daughters will not permit her to live in Africa, where he has been stationed, and that the enforced separation from his wife and family, who live in Nashville, Tenn., makes it undesirable for him to retain his present office. Bishop Scott is about sixty-two years old and in normal circumstances would not be retired until the general conference nearest his seventy-third birthday. He was elected bishop for Africa in May, 1904, and his Episcopal residence has been in Monrovia, Liberia. It is believed that he will be retired on a pension of $1,500 a year. Bishop Scott's retirement and the determination of his friends to demand the election of a Negro bishop with full powers to take his place add material interest to the affair. Filmore Sticks to His Regiment Idea. Colonel Charles W. Filmore and those who were formerly associated with him for the purpose of forming a regiment for national guard service in New York have again begun active drill practice. Meetings are held in the Lenox community center. The membership is more than 100 ablebodied men. Other leaders in the movement besides Colonel Filmore are Lee A. Pollard, Julius Watson, A. B. Roberts, James C. Thomas and the Rev. Isaac B. Allen. Physical Training Work at Hampton. The physical directors at Hampton institute-Miss Frances E. Weston and Charles H. Williams-recently conducted a gymnasium exhibition, which was as artistic and picturesque as it was creditable from the viewpoint of physical training, that makes sound, strong men and women. R. Nathaniel Dett, director of vocal music at the institute, served as pianist. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. MAY 20, 1916. NEW CADET HEAD AT HAMPTON "Big Brother" Trained Under General S. C. Armstrong and Loyal Worker For Nearly Twenty-five Years Succeeds Major Moton as Commandant Knows How to Handle His People. By W. ANTHONY AERY. Hampton, Va.—"Big Brother!" This is the affectionate nickname which the Hampton institute students have for Allen Wadsworth Washington, now the associate commandant of cadets, who is officially known as Captain Washington and will be the successor of Major Robert R. Moton, who in turn is the well known principal elect of Tuskegee institute. Growing boys are keen judges of character, and whom they follow others do well to understand and appreciate. Some years ago it used to be said that if Hampton had done no more than train Booker T. Washington it would have paid for itself many times over. Recently the nation, especially the south, has been rejoicing that Major Moton, another distinguished graduate of Hampton, would soon take up Dr. Washington's heavy burden at Tuskegee. Today the friends of Hampton and of Negro education are rejoicing that another self made, Hampton trained man, Allen Washington, will become the commandant of cadets at Hampton, where he graduated in 1891, a product of the pioneer work of General Samuel Chamman Armstrong. Allen Washington came to the Hampton school, on the lower peninsula of Virginia, from Gloucester county, a CAPTAIN WASHINGTON. county which is well known on account of the large percentage of colored people who own their farms and their homes, law abiding and thrifty. They have won the respect of the best white people because of their industry and good character. Mr. Washington entered the Hampton institute night school and became what is called a "work student"—that is, he worked by day at manual labor and then went to school for two hours on five nights of the week. In 1889 he finished the harness maker's trade and then spent two years in the Hampton day school, academic department. After his graduation he was employed by day in the harness making shop and at night in the commandant's department. During the next year his time was equally divided between the harness shop and the commandant's office. Little by little he became more active in the disciplinary work and soon found his full stride in handling boys and handling them with sympathy and still with firmness. How does a colored man handle his own people? To answer this question so far as Captain Washington is concerned is to say that here is a man who is ready to explain to boys why it is necessary for them to obey certain rules; here is a friend and adviser who with all his kindness cannot easily be hoodwinked; here is an administrative officer who is willing to explain with calmness what is what and is then prepared to insist that boys must do their part to maintain the high standards which have characterized Hampton institute for nearly fifty years. Captain Washington is indeed a big brother to the 500 Negro and Indian boys who are being trained at Hampton for leadership in school teaching, farming and mechanical industries. He is friendly, but emphatic, in his administration of discipline. He is willing to put the facts squarely to boys, and he expects them to do their best. Even when he has to send away an occasional boy he gives the best kind of advice and has in this way started many boys on a higher path. Whether as a farmer, an oysterman, a harness maker, a disciplinarian or a trusted officer in some organization Allen Washington has always retained his native simplicity of speech, his sincerity and his spirit of racial good will. As an officer of the Hampton school Captain Washington has taken part in many educational and financial meetings which have been held to create new interest in Negro education. He has traveled far and wide, speaking on behalf of Hampton and the ideas of education for which Hampton stands. He knows southern conditions. Summer School to Open on June 6. Arrangements have been made to open the seventh annual session of the Prairie View summer school, Prairie View, Tex., on Tuesday, June 6. Many improvements have been made to accommodate the teachers, the number of whom grows larger each year. Commencement exercises closing the regular school term will begin on Tuesday, May 22. I. M. Terrell, A. M., is president of the institution. HOWARD ALUMNI TO HOLD ANNUAL REUNION JUNE 7 Much Valuable Information Given In April Issue of the Record. Washington.—The April issue of the Howard University General Alumni Association Record is perhaps the finest number ever issued from the press of that famous institution. Special care was exercised in the April number to set forth the activities of the alumni both at home, in the university and abroad. The definite aim and purpose of this issue is to lay a foundation for an accurate and complete record of the alumni, now numbering between 2,500 and 3,000, for the semicentennial publication, year 1917, when Howard university, which was chartered in 1867, will reach its fiftieth year of service and usefulness in the higher education of the colored youth. This edition of the University Record is limited and is sent out first to the alumni whose addresses have been verified as accurate. Preparations have already been begun for the annual reunion and alumni day on June 7. The committee of arrangements will present many brilliant features. The quinquennium feature, which has proved so popular for the past three or four years on account of its rotation in series of five years of those participating and having charge, will be used in the coming reunion. Nearly fifty years ago, March 2, 1867, the charter for Howard university, this city, was granted, and in the half century has sent into the world upward of 3,000 well equipped men and women as teachers, preachers, dentists, doctors, lawyers and laymen, many of whom have made their impress on the community in which they have lived. Every graduate of this well known educational institution is requested to at once communicate with the alumni secretary, care the university. The General Alumni Association of Howard University, through its officers, publishes the alumni number of the University Record, the official publication of the university. Its forty-eight pages for April contain matter of interest and outline the plans for the celebration of the alumni reunion on June 7, 1916, and also notes the preparation for the semicentennial celebration, March 2, 1917, and reunion of the alumni on June 7, 1917. The "quinquennium" list, showing a roster of the graduates from Howard university in 1871 and also the five year periods since, is one of the interesting features of the alumni number of the University Record. This list contains the names of many prominent citizens well known throughout the entire country. Howard university will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of its charter March 2, 1917, by signal service in Washington, and concurrent celebrations will be held in many localities throughout the country by local alumni. The alumni number of the Record is edited and compiled by Financial Secretary Robert A. Pelham and President Shelby J. Davidson, the former a well known newspaper man. It contains the announcement of a new plan adopted by the Alumni association to insure rotation of the "reunion honors." Each year the classes that graduated five, ten, fifteen, twenty years ago are especially invited to attend the reunion, and members and classes in attendance are featured as orators of the day, banquet speakers, etc. "This hotel is under new management." "Why, I still see the old proprietor about." "Yes; but he got married last week." —Exchange. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION JUDGE SHENK ON PROPERTY RIGHTS California Jurist Defeats the Color Line Plotters. BIG VICTORY FOR W. O. TYLER Case of a Trust Company Against H. L. Garrott Fails on Convincing Argument of Rising Young Los Angeles Attorney—Decision is of Farreaching Importance to the Colored Race. By CHARLES ALEXANDER. Los Angeles.—A distinguished and important service has been rendered the colored people of the United States by the Hon. John W. Shenk of the superior court of Los Angeles county, Cal. The man responsible for this service is Attorney Willis O. Tyler, a Harvard graduate and an expert on law cases involving property rights. Mr. Tyler won a great victory when he convinced Judge Shenk that his contention in the case of Title Guarantee and Trust company versus H. L. Garrott was correct. Mr. Tyler's forcible argument, his keen analysis of his opponent's briefs, his ample show of research in old English common law and decisions of courts throughout the ATTORNEY W. O. TYLER. United States, were convincing. Judge Shenk gave this case the closest attention and reviewed the briefs with great care. The court's decision will vitally affect thousands of real estate transactions throughout California, for it is the common practice of real estate dealers to insert in deeds restrictive clauses with a view to excluding certain classes of citizens. The property in question was conveyed by the Title Guarantee and Trust company to Pauline Kosanofska, by her to H. H. Wigger, and the latter conveyed the property to H. L. Garrott, a colored man. A provision incorporated in the deed was as follows; "Neither the said party of the second part nor her heirs or assigns shall or will * * * sell any portion of said premises to any person of African, Chinese or Japanese descent." The guarantee company contended that the transfer to Garrott was in violation of the condition of the deed and worked a forfeiture. Suit was brought to secure the reconveyance of the property. Restraint on discrimination in violation of the constitutional rights of citizens "regardless of race, color," etc., rather than property restrictions was the point pressed by the defendant's lawyer. Mr. Tyler was born five miles from the city of Bloomington, Ind., July 19, 1880. He was educated at the Indiana State university. While in this institution he was a member of the Indiana-Illinois debating team and Indiana-Earlham debating team and was the winner of the state oratorical contest in 1901. He also represented Indiana university at the interstate oratorical contest at Des Moines, Ia., in 1901, when ten middle western states were represented, and was president of all the college debating societies in Indiana. He was peace pipe orator and class day committeeman and won a $500 gold prize for the best forensic argument on the "Solution of the Philippines Problem." He later graduated from the Harvard law school, where the old English ideas of common law principles only are taught. Mr. Tyler has earned his own way up to his present conspicuous position in the legal profession by his inherent will power. He started out on his own responsibility at the age of nine years and he has followed even the humbles, occupations, doing what he could find to do in order that he might make his way through school. He has been in California for five years and during that time has handled some of the most important property litigations. He settled the Jones estate, valued at $100,000, with four or five conflicting interests, without litigation. At one time he was associated in the practice of law with B. F. Mosely of Chicago. The Hon. John W. Shenk, judge of department six of the superior court of Los Angeles county, handed down an opinion in the case of the Title Guarantee and Trust company versus H. L. Garrott in April, which is considered the most important ruling ever made by a judge in California, so far as the interest of colored people in matters of their right to acquire and possess property is concerned. H. L. Garrott, the efficient and popular police officer, purchased a home in the Angelus Park tract in December, 1915, and was unable to occupy it because of a temporary restraining order granted by the superior court at the time said suit was filed to consummate a forfeiture of the title and a reconvevance to the Title Guarantee and Trust company, which entered suit against Mr. Garrott. Attorney Willis O. Tyler. Mr. Garrott's attorney, filed a demurre to the complaint, and the same has been sustained without leave to amend. Judge Shenk handed down a written opinion. He reviewed the contentions of plaintiff and defendant in a most scholarly and exhaustive manner. He not only found the law to be against the contention of the title company, which had inserted a clause in the deed to the lot when they sold the same to the mense grantor of defendant, Garrott, to the effect that it was not to be leased or sold to any person of African, Chinese or Japanese descent for a period of fifteen years. But he had the courage to express the law in his opinion in terms clear and unmistakable. We quote from the court's opinion: "The sole question presented is this: Is the clause in the plaintiff's deed void as an unlawful restriction on alienation and an unlawful discrimination or may it be deemed a reasonable restraint on alienation and therefore valid? The condition imposed by the grantor in the deed in question is repugnant to the interest created for the reason that it imposes upon the grantee a limitation on his right to sell to whomsoever he chooses and impresses the estate with a burden not otherwise borne. And there is no possibility of a reverter, because the grantor parted with the fee simple estate, provided for reversion, and if the restraint were otherwise valid his remedy would be on the breach of the condition. "In addition to the foregoing, it may be said that other legal questions are here presented affecting the validity of said restrictive clause, not as a restraint on alienation, but as an unlawful discrimination against and as denying equal protection of the laws to certain classes of citizens. "Section 1 of article 1 of our state constitution provides as follows: 'All men are by nature free and independent and have certain inalienable rights, among which are those of acquiring possession and protecting property.'" "Section 21 of article 1 provides that 'no citizen or class of citizens shall be granted privileges or immunities which upon the same terms shall not be granted to all citizens.'" "It appears herein that the defendant is a citizen of the state of California and of the United States. As a citizen he is entitled 'to acquire property' under the state constitution and to 'the equal protection of the laws' under the federal constitution. "It is therefore concluded that the clause in the deed in question is not only contrary to the general policy of the law and contrary to the express provisions of section 711 of the civic code, and as such is an unlawful restraint on alienation, but also is unenforceable in the courts under the state and federal constitutions. "The demurrer is sustained, without leave to amend, and injunction is denied, and the temporary restraining order heretofore issued is dissolved." MUSIC WRITING CONTEST. Women's Clubs Offer Two Prizes For Best Folk Music Composition. The National Association of Colored Women's Clubs offered, through its music department, at the Wilberforce meeting two prizes of $25 each for the best instrumental composition based upon Negro folk music and the best vocal composition. Of course, the prizes will be given only to women. Three colored musicians will serve as judges. The contest will close on July 1. All compositions should reach Mrs. W. T. B. Williams, Hampton institute, Virginia, by July 1. The prizes were offered by the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs because of the favorable impression which was made by R. Nathaniel Dett, director of the Hampton Choral union and of vocal music at Hampton institute, who was sent to the Wilberforce meeting by the Treble Clef club of Hampton, Va. SMOKE THE RELIABLE SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR Milwaukee Depot, Minneapolis. Send your notes to us by Wednes- day A. M. Patronize those business houses, who request your patronage through your paper. McDew is asking YOU a question. Have you read it? It is in our col- umns. The greatest study for the Negro today is the Negro race.—Atty. B. S. Smith. Delinquent SupSCRIBERS will please Send the Price of their Subscriptions this Week. We must have money to continue this Publication. CHANGE OF ADDRESS. Chas. Sumner Smith, the Publisher of the Star has moved his residence to 1317 6th AVE. N. GRAND MILLINERY OPENING Madam Hart's Offer A FREE PHOTOGRAPH With each purchase of $5.00, you will get a COUPON which will entitle you to a LARGE PHOTOGRAPH of yourself FREE at The George Studio, 313 So. Washington Ave. SPECIAL BARGAIN DAYS Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Madam Hart, 1210 Wash. Ave. South. DON'T MISS THIS A BIG NOVELTY BAZAAR Given by the Ladies of ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH at MASONIC HALL MAY 30—Afternoon and Evening Children's Drill and Matinee in afternoon.—Other big attractions: Fish Pond, Grab Bag, Post Office. The young ladies will sell nice home-made candy, while the older ones will serve you lunch. Come and spend the day with us. Music both afternoon and evening. Admission 15 cents. Mrs. Lizzie Van Hook, Directoress Mrs. J. Newcomb, Secretary. THE TWIN CITY ENTERTAINERS. M A Y B A L L at the UNION TEMPLE HALL 28 Washington Ave. So. Minneapolis. MONDAY EVENING, MAY 29. A Special Feature All Ladies Arriving Before 10:30 P. M. Will be Admitted Free. SPECIAL MUSICAL PROGRAM. ADMISSION 35 CENTS. Gibson and Rowe, Managers. Mr and Mrs. Byron Holder, have arrived from Duluth. They are residing with his mother, Mrs. J. A. Wright. Mr. D. W. Henderson of Bisby, Ariz. has returned to this city to remain indefinitely, and is employed as bartender at Stewart's Hotel. ST. JAMES CHURCH SERVICES. Services of St. James A. M. E. church will be held Sunday and until further notice at Elk's Hall, in the Knox Bldg, 8th Ave. S. and 4th St. All are invited. THE SUNDAY FORUM. The Sunday Forum meets Sunday, May 21, at Bethesda Baptist Church at 3:30 P. M. ELK'S MEETING. Ames Lodge of Elks will meet on May 23. Several candidates will be initiated. The Cosmopolitan Buffet and Grill, 40 East Third St., St. Paul, has been newly decorated. Messrs. Turpin and Jemison have spared neither pains or money to give their patrons the most convenient accommodations. They are doing a good business. Give them a call. The Cut Rate Grocery Store is conducted entirely by Negroes. See their Ad and patronize them/ Mr. John Singleton, of Wickliffe's Bnd, is a brother of the late Mr. Nimrod Singleton, who was for many years employed as elevator man at Boutells. Furnished Room for Gentleman. Choice Furnished Room, on car line, light and well ventilated, modern conveniences. Call Hy. 5586. Twin City Star. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR JOHN H. WICKLIFFE - GINGER ORCHESTRA SOME REAL MUSICIANS. After a run of six months at the Schlitz Garden in Milwaukee, the gifted musicians, Wickliffe's Famous Ginger Band of Chicago have secured an indifinite engagement at The Gruenwald, a leading café. They reside at Stewart's Hotel and on last Sunday evening gave a demonstration of their musical ability to the guests, which met with popular approval. They will again appear on Sunday evening, May 21. The band is composed of John H. Wickliffe, manager and sensational drummer. Oscar Holden, leader and pianist, Robert Scott, THE COLORED BOOKER T. WASHING Will GRAND MINS PENCE AUDITORIUM MONDAY NIGHT, MAY 29TH. This entertainment is given to raise funds to procure uniforms for the Colored Boy Scouts, and deserves the support of all patriotic citizens. The Booker T. Washington Troup No. 82 is the first colored troup, organized west of Chicago, and has been active in church and social work since its organization. This entertainment is given to for the Colored Boy Scouts, and do citizens. The Booker T. Washi colored troup, organized west of church and social work since its o Names of Earl Simms, Marshall Cald Lewis, Troop Bugler; Poland Clar Geo. King, Wm. Tomlin, Allan Lewis, Earnest Banks, Earl Mo local talent: Compton White, Clint. Davis, Charlie Dixon, Wm ed by Miss Essie Mason. ADMISSION 25c. RE ONE NIG EDDIE DAVIS, DIRECTOR. H Names of Scouts. Earl Simms, Marshall Caldwell, Patrol Leaders; Vaughn Lewis, Troop Bugler; Poland Clarke, Troop Drummer, Marvin Ray, Geo. King, Wm. Tomlin, Allan Caldwell; John Bryant, Herman Lewis, Earnest Banks, Earl McNiell; assisted by the following local talent: Compton White, Ruby Miller, Eldridge Williams, Clint. Davis, Charlie Dixon, Wm. Turner, and an orchestra directed by Miss Essie Mason. EDDIE DAVIS, DIRECTOR. H. GILLESPY, SCOUT MASTER "BIRTH CONTROL." Is G. L. Morrill's subject at the People's Church, New Garden Theatre, 622 Henn. Ave., Sunday 10:30 A. M. NORWAY views, travel movies, organ. Mrs. Mamie Donaldson was granted a divorce from her husband Harry Donaldson in District Court this week by default. Mr. Donaldson did not appear to contest. Rev. G. J. Fox, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, Milwaukee, Wis., is a delegate to the Northern Baptist Convention. A CALL TO ORGANIZE. RAIL ROAD MEN, ATTENTION! You are requested to meet R. J. Holloway of Chicago, the organizer of the Railway Men's Benevolent and Industrial Association, who will be in the Twin Cities on Thursday and Friday, June 1st and 2nd, to organize local branches of the Association. The Minneapolis meeting will be held on June 1st. Union Hall, St Paul, has been secured for the St Paul meeting on June 2nd. There is expected a crowd of railroad employees. Every branch, including cooks waters red caps porters and The photographs of the Baptist Churches, Bethesda and Zion of Minneapolis and Pilgrim of St. Paul were prominently shown among the churches at the Conference and they compared favorably with the others. The Lee Sewing Circle of St. Peter's A. M. E. Church, will give a musical at the residence of Mrs. Kate Smith, 2441 5th Ave. So., on Wednesday, June 7th, afternoon and evening. Admission Free. Refreshments served. Mrs. Maggie Martin of Garfield Ave., will return shortly from Memphis, Mo., where she was called on account of the death of a relative. Don't worry about the high cost of living! Eat at THE DOUGLASS CAFE 407 Fifth Ave. So. Special Sunday Dinner 35c. Vermicelli Soup Radishes Young Onions Baked Chicken Pie, Mashed Potatoe Stewed Corn, Douglass Salad Strawberry Shortcake Tea, Coffee or Milk Regular 25c Dinner Soup, Roast Pork, Vegetables, Strawberry Short Cake, Tea, Coffee or Milk. $5,000 in Cash and Premium Awards to Women, Men, Girls, Boys, Societies and Churches for distributing the Printed Key, and the ANTI-RACE Hatred-By Law Bill—the absolute secret to solve the Race Problems. Send stamped envelope for circulars. Prof. C. Braganza, Fitchburg, Mass. (Bureau of Research.) BARBER SHOP FIXTURES FOR SALE. Barber furnishings and supplies for sale at reasonable terms. Inquire of Mrs. Sarah E. Drake 812 6 Ave. S. Stillwater, Minn. Phone 306 K. Matter must reach our publication office, 305 So. 5th St., Third floor, no later than WEDNESDAY noon to be inserted. WANTS GINGER ORCHESTRA clarionet, Ralph Hawkins, banjo, Roy Wolfscales, cornet, Darnell Howard, violin, and Harry Swift, trombone, John Singleton, saxophone. They will appear in public during their stay aside from their Sunday night concerts at Stewart's Hotel. THE TWIN CITY ENTERTAINER'S will present to their patrons at their Feature Ball, Monday evening, May 29th at Union Temple Hall, 28 Washington Ave. South. PROF. J. H. WICKLIFFE'S GINGER BAND, an organization of incomparable merit. Come and dance to the music of these kings of Syncopation. BOY SCOUTS. GTON TROOP NO. 82 Give a TREL SHOW t o raise funds to procure uniforms reserves the support of all patriotic ington Troup No. 82 is the first Chicago, and has been active in organization. of Scouts. well, Patrol Leaders; Vaughn kke, Troop Drummer, Marvin Ray. Caldwell, John Bryant, Herman Niell; assisted by the following Ruby Miller, Eldridge Williams, Turner, and an orchestra direct- SERVED SEATS 35c. HT ONLY GILLESPY, SCOUT MASTER A CALL TO ORGANIZE. RAIL ROAD MEN, ATTENTION! You are requested to meet R. J. Holloway of Chicago, the organizer of the Railway Men's Benevolent and Industrial Association, who will be in the Twin Cities on Thursday and Friday, June 1st and 2nd, to organize local branches of the Association. The Minneapolis meeting will be held on June 1st. Union Hall, St. Paul, has been secured for the St. Paul meeting on June 2nd. There is expected a crowd of railroad employees. Every branch, including cooks, waters, red caps, porters and conductors are invited to attend. The meeting is called for 2 P. M. Atty. W. T. Francis will give an address. Mr. Holloway will give the aims and objects of the Association and wishes to meet those interested in the organization. For further information see MR. STEPHEN SPRINGER, Milwaukee Depot, Minneapolis. MR. CHAS. SHEPPARD, Union Depot, St. Paul, or call Hyland 5586—Twin City Star. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COL- RED WOMEN'S CLUBS. WHERAS, The Detroit Federation of Women's Clubs, an organization composed of white women's clubs of the city of Detroit, Mch., has decided by a vote of its members that it will not affiliate with the Detroit Study Club, composed of colored women of the city of Detroit is permitted to affiliate. THEREFORE, Be It Resolved that the Everywoman Suffrage Club of St. Paul, Minn., Mrs. W. T. Francis, president, Mrs. W. T. Francis, the action of this magnanimous body was gagged as they are in an effort to uplift ALL women without respect to race or color, and to wish them success in this effort. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the president of each federation comprising the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs (Mrs. Booker T. Washington, president) shall be requested to have each club in her state federation send a resolution to this to the Detroit Federation of Women's Clubs and the Detroit Study Club. AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED. That a copy of this resolution be sent to the National Notes, a copy to the Detroit Federation of Women's Clubs, a copy to the Detroit Study Club, a copy to prominent race newspapers with the request that the colored press make public the generous attitude of the Detroit Federation of Women's Clubs, composed of white women's clubs, toward this colored club of their city. Mrs. W. T. Francis. Chairman, Press Committee, Nat. L'sass n. of Colored Women's Clubs, St. Paul Min. TO OUR PERSONAL FRIENDS Don't come to our office and leave printing without deposit. That personal friend stunt" does not go. "Payment down is what we ask of friend or foe—prices are high and we need the "dough." Do not send letters by, or leave money with your friends for this paper. Let Uncle Sam do it.—He is a sure messenger—and our best agent. Send all matter by mail or deliver it in person. A stamp will bring it to our immediate attention. THE TWIN CITY STAR WOMAN OF GREAT TACT AND ENERGY Mrs. A. W. Fitts May Enter Chicago's Public Service. PROMINENT IN UPLIFT WORK Wife of Well Known Business Man Passes Successful Civil Service Examination and Is Eligible For Appointment—High School Graduate and an Expert Printer by Trade. Chicago.—Perhaps in few other large cities of the Union are to be found better opportunities open to members of our race in the various lines of industry than are found in this city. That the colored people of Chicago are taking advantage of these opportunities for advancement has recently caused much comment in business circles. The fact that the race has been represented on the police force of the city for a number of years has been a means of much encouragement to thrifty young men and women to prepare themselves for positions in other departments of the municipal government. Some time ago, when the city decided to allow women to enter the police MRS. ANNIE W. PITTS. service, there were many women applicants who entered the civil service examination. Among the successful number was Mrs. Annie W. Fitts, wife of Mr. Bernard Fitts, proprietor of the Crystal Printing company. Mrs. Fitts' name has been placed on the eligible list for appointment, and it is expected that she will soon receive an assignment to duty. Mrs. Fitts has always been an energetic student and has made good use of her opportunities. She is an honor graduate of the high school and also took a course of study while in the west at the State Normal School For Teacher Training at San Jose, Cal. She is very ambitious and regards the work which she is soon to enter as a fine chance to do real social service, a chance to deal justly by any who may come under her supervision and a chance to add her quota of service to the making of good citizenship. She has been engaged in the printing business for a good many years. It was while in the employ of the Crystal Printing company that she became engaged to Mr. Bernard Fitts, proprietor of the business, whom she afterward married in 1890. She is considered to be an expert printer, and by her able assistance and economy Mr. Fitts now owns the Crystal Printing company, which is free from any financial incumbrance. In all good movements for the advancement of the race Mrs. Fitts may be relied upon to do her share. She takes an active part in organized work among women and has been secretary for three years of the endowment department of the Court of Calanthe of Illinois. Her experience in dealing with wayward children in an official capacity will be of invaluable aid to her in many ways when she takes up her new line of work. Mrs. Fitts is a member of the St Thomas Episcopal church and renders active service. Being greatly interested in matters of education, she has contributed much to the success of the Bethel Literary association and also to the Frederick Douglass center. What Mrs. Fitts has accomplished by diligent application to duty should be an inspiration to our young women to make good use of their time, talent and opportunities to better their condition. THE NEGRO IS AN AMERICAN Writer For a New York Paper Advocates Justice For Our People. Under the caption "Alding the Negro" a correspondent of the New York Herald of Feb. 20 writes: "Yes, why can't we have colored help, with their happy, cheerful faces? Why must we be always confronted with squirming foreigners, half of whom cannot speak a word of English, and treat you with a condescension which is an insult? "Why are all the hotels, at least most of them, closed to the colored people? Is it because the proprietors are foreigners and employ their own countrymen? In that case they show more patroltion than we do. The Negroes are American; we brought them here, and we should give them employment at something besides street cleaning." FINEST ESTABLISHMENT OF ITS KIND IN THE UNITED STATES. Twenty Elegant Steam Heated, Electric Lighted Rooms. Free Bath. Rates Reasonable. Lobby, Reading and Lounging Room, Buffet and Grill Room, Billiard Room, Dining Room, and bath, Private Dining and Reception Room for Ladies. BARBER SHOP IN CONNECTION A LA CARTE MEALS AT ALL HOURS. BEST SERVICE. POPULAR-PRICE LUNCH. From 12 to 3 P. M. REGULAR DINNER 5 to 8 P. M. 5 Courses 35c. J. E. Stewart, Prop. 246-50 FOURTH AVE. SO. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Both Phones. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT CUT RATE GROCERY STORE 429 SIXTH AVE. NO. MINN. A FEW SUGGESTIONS A Good Chance to Save Money and Trading Stamps. 1 lb. Hormel's Choice Bacon.....17c 100 lbs. Sugar.....$7.90 1 lb. Salt Pork.....18c 1 Can No. 3 Pineapple, reg 25c.....19c 6 Cans Eagle Brand Corn.....48c 1 lb. Big Blue Head Rice.....7½c 1 Can Tomatoes, reg. 15c.....12½c 1 lb. Pure Hog Lard.....14c Fresh Country Eggs, 20c a doz. 2 doz for.....38c Best Country Butter.....1b, 35c 1 Bag Salt, reg. 5c.....4c Creametts, Macaroni or Spagetti Reg. 10c packages—3 for.....25c P. J. Buford & W. W. Humphrey Prone N. W. TELEPHONE MAIN 2515. ORDERS OF ONE DOLLAR OR OVER DELIVERED. YOUNG MEN'S BARACA CLASS Bethesda Baptist Church. Rev. James M. Moss, President. W. W. Williams, Vice President. H. B. Lucas, Secretary. Miss Eva B. Walker, Treasurer. Roy Hooper, Chaplain. Wm. M. Jenkins, Counselor. Hezekiah Allen, Chairman of Mem bership Committee. THE GLEANERS CLUB. Officers for 1910. Mrs. Wm. H. Stirman, President. Mrs. Harry Grever, Vice-Pres. Mrs. Osa Lawrence, Secretary. Mrs. J. Johnson, Asst. secy. Mrs. T. V. Botts, Treasurer. Mrs. W. Houston, Journalist. HOW MUCH MONEY HAVE YOU PAID FOR RENT? Did you ever stop to think what beautiful homes people might own, and what snug little bank accounts they might have, if they would invest their savings in little homes of their OWN, instead of continually handing their hard earned money to the LANDLORD? Perhaps you have paid your landlord many times the cost of a home. I have houses for sale from $1,000.00 to $3,500.00, lots from ..65.00 to $2,-000.00. Phone or call and see me if you want to buy. B. MAXEY McDEW, 802 Sykes Block Nic. 621. GARRETT'S NEW LOCATION. Mr. Wm. M. Garrett has opened at his new location, 705 2nd Ave. So., under the name of THE CRESCENT TAILORS AND CLEANERS. He is well known to many, having made his reputation when he conducted the Vasso Cleaners about four years ago. Mr. Garrett recently returned from Canada and is now prepared to do all kinds of Tailoring and Cleaning, Ladies' work a Specialty. Call Nic. 3479 and "Let Garrett get it" and return it satisfactorily done.—Advertisement. A Test of Friendship. Just before Artemus Ward's death Robertson poured out some medicine and offered it to the sick man, who said, "My dear Tom. I won't take any more of that horrible stuff." Robertson urged him to swallow the mixture, saying, "Do, now—there's a dear fellow—for my sake. You know I would do anything for you." "Would you?" said Ward feebly, grasping his friend's hand for the last time. "I would indeed," said Robertson. "Then you take it." Ward passed away a few hours aft erward—"Recollections of the Bancroft." SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION --- Meets in the Knox Bldg 4th St. and 8th Ave. So. the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, at 8:30 P. M.. ```markdown ``` All Elks in good standing are cordially welcomed. Geo. M. Bryant, E. R. 818 Met. L. Bldg. Wm. R. Morris, Sec'y. PENTICOSTAL. Peoples Christian Assembly. 1204 Washington Ave. So. Services Sunday—11 A. M. Sunday School—1.30 P. M. Praise Meeting—3 P. M. Preaching—8 P. M. ELDER G. W. MITCHELL, Pastor. Assisted by Mrs. G. W. Mitchell. Comel and Serve the Lord. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH. 7th Ave. North and Hoag St. Rev. M. W. Withers, Pastor, Res. 2406 17 Ave. S. Phone Drexel 600 Regular Services. Preaching: 11 A. M., 8 P. M. Sunday School 12:30 P. M. B. Y. P. U. Society 6:45 P. M. Prayer Meeting Wed. 8 P. M. A WELCOME TO ALL. MINNEAPOLIS SUNDAY FORUM. * * * The new officers of the Minneapolis Forum, are Wm. M. Smith, president; O. A. Lawrence, vice president; Miss Gladys Waters, secretary; P. F. Hale, critic; Miss M. Chandler, organist * * * W. L. Jeffrey, Chm. Public Affairs Committee. PILGRIM BAPTIST CHURCH. Cedar Street and Summit Avenue, ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA. Rev. Benjamin N. Murrell, Pastor. SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 A. M. Preaching. 12:50 P. M. The Bible School. G. W. Willis, Supt. 6:45 P. M. B Y. P. U. Mrs. Frances M. Murrell, Pres. 8:00 P. M. Preaching. WEDNESDAY NIGHTS. 8:00 P. M. Mid-Week Prayer Services FRIDAY NIGHTS. 7:00 P. M. Junior Choir Rehearsals. 8:30 P. M. Senior Choir Rehearsals. CHOICE CITY AND SUBURBAN PROPERTY FOR SALE ON SMALL MONTHLY PAYMENTS. Houses and Flats for Rent. B. M. McDEW, 802 Sykes Block. N. W. Nic. 621 Minneapolis RESTAURANT AND ROOMS MRS. D. L. RODGERS 2010 Cedar Ave., Minneapolis Meals at all Hours Rooms by Day. Week or Month N. W. Phone Nic. 1873 J. M. MORRIS Real Estate Broker Loans Collections 506 BOSTON BLOCK MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. ROOMS FOR GENTLEMEN. Modern and up-to-date furnished rooms to rent to gentlemen at Mrs. Joseph Thomas', 1809 Fifth Ave. So. One block from the Fourth Ave. car line. All modern conveniences, steam heat. Anyone wishing to be accommodated call her up. South 2164. N. W. Phone Main 4975. THE REX CAFE 252 FOURTH AVE. SO. (Down Stairs) Regular Dinner 11:30 to 2:30 P. M. A la Carte Service 7 A. M. to 10 P. M. BEST MEALS IN THE CITY John Monroe Dan Williams THE DOULASS CAFE' 407 FIFTH AVE. SO. Mineapolis, Minn. N. W. Main 2767 LIBERAL SUBSCRIPTION OFFER. Special $3.00 Combination. We offer a Combination Subscription to our readers for 1916. We will give you your choice of any Negro NEWSPAPER or MAGAZINE, and THE TWIN CITY STAR, mailed to your address anywhere in the U. S. for THREE DOLLARS. Cash in advance. Get your home paper sent direct to you. Forward all orders to THE TWIN CITY STAR, .... Defective Pag ective Page Conference Scheduled For Dur- ham, N. C., Nov. 21-24. The following invitation to educators, issued by Dr. James E. Shepard, president of the National Training school, Durham, N. C., should, and no doubt will, meet a hearty response from educators throughout the country. The invitation: Durham, N. C., March, 1916. The National Training school, Durham, N. C., extends a cordial invitation to the heads of universities, colleges and secondary schools for the education and training of colored people in the United States to be the guests of the school Nov. 21-24, 1916, for the purpose of conferences, closer unity and understanding of the needs and educational requirements of the colored people. Among the subjects to be discussed particular stress will be laid on the following: What is the opinion of the educators themselves in regard to the duplication of work in schools in the various communities? Has it been hurtful, unwise and wasteful? What plans ought to be fostered to correct the evil? To what extent should classes devoted to teacher training be encouraged? How and where located? What system should be devised to meet the requirements of the rural teacher? What should be the standard of the university, college, normal school, teacher training and secondary schools? How should students be received from one to the other? To what extent should religious instruction be carried on in the various schools? Should there be a general clearing house for aid for Negro schools? Is the aid given by the various funds and boards to Negro education wise, economical and helpful? Many other and kindred subjects will be announced on the tentative program, which will be published in the early fall. This conference has been suggested by a great many who desire to know the actual condition and needs of the school devoted to Negro education from those who are actually doing the work. No conference in recent years will be more farreaching in its effects than this. The guests will be entertained free of charge by the National Training school. Durham itself presents a field of study and inspiration, which will be furnished by no other city of its size in the country. Do you approve of such a conference? Will you be present? Please let me know at your earliest convenience. Yours for service. JAMES E. SHEPARD, President National Training School, Durham, N. C. BELIEVES IN HIS RACE. William B. Ferguson Deplores Color Bredation in United States News Prejudice in United States Navy. In the report of Admiral Fletcher of the United States navy, made public by the senate recently, the following statement occurs: "In one division of four battleships the division commander in his June inspections reported a shortage of 1,850 men, or an average shortage of more that 800 men in each ship." William B. Ferguson of Dante, Va., commenting on the above statement in the admiral's report, says: "If it were not for so much prejudice and discrimination in the navy all these vacancies could be filled with young colored men who, as far as moral, intellectual and physical requirements are concerned, could meet each and every one. "Tear down the bars and have a free field and fair chance for all citizens, and the vacancies not only in the navy, but in the coast defenses, can be filled with men who with the necessary training will meet all the requirements." 8. A. Duncan Joins Press Association. Among the new members of the National Negro Press association is Samuel A. Duncan, editor and publisher of the Pilot-Gazette of New York city. Editor Duncan is very much interested in the work of the association. He is a strong advocate of race co-operation and believes that the press should take a leading part in all good movements for racial betterment. Well Prepared Extension Official. The recent appointment of Miss Nellie Robinson, class of 1914, State college, Orangeburg, S. C., as state extension worker in home economics brings to the service a well prepared leader. Miss Robinson's interest in movements for the rural public makes her a very acceptable person for the position. Pythians to Encamp at Philadelphia. The Knights of Pythias of Pennsylvania are evincing a timely interest in the forthcoming encampment of the order to be held for one week in Philadelphia, beginning on Sunday, July 23. The uniform rank is being recruited and will be fully equipped for the occasion. NATIONAL RACE MAGAZINE ANNOUNCES ITS PURPOSE Periodical Published at Nashville, Tenn., Embodies Many Features. Nashville, Tenn.—For a number of years the Negro race has been in need of a high class secular magazine—not one of the fire eating variety, but one sober in thought, whose editorial tone and character would be above reproach; a magazine whose editorials would be clean, instructive and yet not be drawn into controversies that would tend to harm and not help the race. The National Negro Magazine company of this city is putting out just such a magazine in a monthly periodical called the Brown Book. This book does not enter into controversies. It is not a yellow journal, neither is it red. Articles are appearing in it each month from the pen of leading thinkers and writers of the race on leading topics of the day. For instance, beginning with the May issue it takes up a series of articles expressing the different views of the race's leading thinkers on the following all important subjects: First.—Should the United States become involved in the great European war together with her present troubles in Mexico it will mean that this government must call for 2,500,000 volunteers. In view of the present discriminating laws and mob violence will the Negro enlist and what will or would be his attitude? Second.—What is segregation as applied to the Negro as a race? Does it help or hinder? If so, how and why? Third.—The great Baptist denomination has been split and rent in twain. What were the causes leading up to this and why? In this article secrets will be told and facts printed that have not heretofore been brought to light. Together with the thorough discussion of current events the Brown Book carries a short story department, an editorial page, a fashion department for women showing the latest creations in dress. All of these departments are covered by experts in their particular line. It is indeed refreshing to read a high class strictly Negro publication such as the Brown Book. It is a valuable addition to the race's literary output. The Brown Book is a kind of Literary Digest and Forum. It simply states the facts in the case, allowing its readers to get from these facts what they want, putting them in a position to draw their own conclusion. GRAND TENT CONVENTION. Twenty-eighth Annual Session of Noted Order Held at Orange, N. J. Orange, N. J.—The twenty-eighth annual convention of the Eastern district grand tent N. 3 of J. R. Giddings and Jollife union was held at the Union Baptist church here from May 10 to 11, inclusive. The attendance was large, and the session each day bristled with interest as the reports from the various delegates were read and the progress of the work noted. The introductory address was delivered by Right Worthy Noble Grand Senior Matron Mrs. Alice W. Seay of Brooklyn. The sacred eulogy in memory of members who have died since the last annual convention was delivered by Right Worthy Noble Grand Past Deputy Matron Mrs. Florence E. Lane. This period of the afternoon session on the opening day was very impressive. At the conclusion of the business session Thursday morning Mrs. M. E Burrell of the East Orange Settlement association delivered a most instructive address on mothers' work. The annual sermon to the order was preached by the Rev. Dr. J. H. Hughes, pastor of the above named church. The principal speaker at the evening session on Thursday was Mrs. Alice W. Seay, whose subject was "Preparedness and Women of Today." The session was noted for the harmony which prevailed in the discussion of the business of the convention, the earnestness with which the delegates attended to their various duties and the liberal offerings contributed for the furtherance of the work of the order. Looked Suspicious "That cat must think she's prettier than I am." "Why so, Vanessa?" "She's always after me to have my picture taken with her."—Pittsburgh Post. NO COLOR LINE BUSINESS. Promoters of Proposed Summer Resort In Michigan Should Be Broadminded. The movement recently started by a group of prominent colored men to clear up the ground and erect suitable buildings for a summer resort on the shores of Crooked lake, near White Cloud, Mich., to be ready for the season of 1916, has many good features. But if the promoters should decide finally to confine the benefits to be derived from the resort to our race only, without regard to the business enterprises usually carried on at such resorts, it may hinder rather than help the project. The sentiment of the race generally says N. B. Dodson, is against drawing the color line. The race is fully capable of maintaining ownership of its business enterprises, educational and religious institutions without drawing the line. If white people desire to patronize our institutions of whatever kind under our management they should be permitted to do so. Co-operation is the watchword of the times. The proposed summer resort should be a purely business movement. THE TWIN CITY STAR GREAT ORGANIZER AND FINANCIER Notable Record of Dr. I. A. Thomas In the Ministry. THRIFTY BAPTIST LEADER. Constructive Work of a Former Georgia Minister at Second Baptist Church In Evanston, Ill—Erects New Edifice, Adds New Members and Raises $35,000 In Less Than Four Years. Evanston, Ill—Georgia has the distinction of furnishing to Illinois one of the most aggressive Baptist ministers in the state and a man who has won the hearts of the people and has accomplished much good. The Rev. I. A. Thomas, D. D., pastor of the Second Baptist church here, is one of the best known clergymen in this section of the country. Dr. Thomas received his public school and college training at Atlanta and Macon, Ga. He attended the Central college at Macon and also the Moorehouse college in Atlanta, which is one of the largest and best known institutions in the south for the training of young men. At these two institutions he not only took the regular literary A. E. REV. L. A. THOMAS, D. D. course, but his theological training also, and then a postgraduate course at the University of Chicago. It was Central City college that conferred on him the degree of master of arts. He was formerly an active figure in Georgia in the denominational work. For five years he was president of the state Baptist Young People's union. He was for some time professor of languages and higher mathematics in Central City college. He has been an active and successful pastor in Atlanta, Baxley and McRae, Ga. His last work in Georgia was at Central College, which position he resigned to accept the pastorate of the Second Baptist church here in April, 1912. When he took charge of the church Dr. Thomas found a small membership worshiping in a dilapidated frame building, with a seating capacity of 200. In his initial sermon he declared that the building would have to come down and one more suitable to the needs of the people would have to be erected. Within a few months the building was torn down and the foundation laid for the present magnificent building, one of the finest in the state. Dr. Thomas drew the plans for the building, submitted them to the church for approval and later turned them over to an architect for perfection. He then superintended the erection of the church himself. If there is such a thing as "the heart of a city" it is there where the Second Baptist church is located. It is at least in the most important part of the city, and the lot alone is valued at $10,000. It is just one-half block from the Evanston postoffice. The church edifice is valued at $40,000, and under the leadership of Dr. Thomas $35,000 has been raised within three years and ten months. Perhaps it would be of interest to know that in addition to erecting the most complete modern church in and around Chicago 300 members have been added to the church in Evanston. After working a year or two among the pastors and churches of the Bethlehem Baptist association, of which he was elected secretary the first year of his residence in this city, Dr. Thomas was elected to the moderatorship with out a dissenting vote. This association includes some of the largest churches of Chicago and vicinity. The Second Baptist church held three notable rallies during 1915, with these results: April 25, $2,000; Aug. 29, $2,000, and Dec. 12, $3,126.62. These amounts were devoted to the building fund. Special funds were raised for the building fund every month during the year. The receipts for 1915 were more than $16,000. This success is largely attributed to the splendid organization of the membership. The entire church is divided into eighteen auxiliaries. The ladies of the church are divided into eight circles, the men into four men's clubs, which make a splendid laymen's movement; the "teen" age girls into the Phyllis Wheatley Dramatic and Needlework circle. The Sunday school, the Woman's Missionary society, the B. Y P. U. are also doing splendid work. SMOKE THE BEST 5C CIGAR Sight Draft W. S CONRAD CO., Distributors NO. 140. E. 6th ST., ST. PAUL. NO. 1. WESTERN AVE., MINN. Peterson, The Druggist 1501 Washington Ave. So. TOILET ARTICLES, DRUGS PRESCRIPTIONS. He Sollicits Your Patronage. SPECIAL SAMPLE SHOES. POPULAR PRICED SHOE REPAIRING. WE FIX 'EM WHILE YOU WAIT. Men's Sewed Soles ..... 75c Ladies Sewed Soles ..... 65c Men's Nailed Soles ..... 50 and 60c Rubber Heels, ..... 40c Ladies' and Boys' nailed soles ..... 40c SEVEN CORNERS SHOE REPAIR SHOP 1424 Washington Avenue South. Office, Nio. 1963 Res. Celfax 1638. DR. J. H. REDD, Physician and Surgeon. 111 SO. 6TH ST. Minneapolis, Minn. DR. W. H. WRIGHT. DENTIST. Phone Nic. 1963 111 So. 6th St Minneapolis, Minn. T. S. Center 4639. WALFRID WESTMAN Photographer 1425 Washington Ave. So. Minn. SIX GOOD REASONS Why You Should Join The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People. 1. It teaches that race prejudice is the most evil thing in the world today and that "Jim Crow" cars, race segregation, anti-intermarriage laws and all other manifestations of it are unchristian and cruel efforts of the stronger to oppress the weaker. 2. It combats in the courts, state legislatures, the Halls of Congress, the government departments and everywhere the spirit of persecution against the Colored People which grows out of race prejudice. 3. It aims to bring about such a healthy public sentiment in this land that Colored People will be accorded all their social, civil and political rights and will receive exact justice in all the relations of life. 4. It believes in and teaches the doctrine of the Fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man, and the equality of all races in our American civilization. 5. It aims to uphold the honor of our women by opposing the passage of anti-race inter-marriage laws. 6. It is composed of members of both races and sexes on terms of complete equality and as brothers and sisters in this holy cause of freedom. An Appeal for Funds. The Association needs money and new members. It costs just one dollar to join. If you believe in fair play, in fighting for your rights, if you believe in organization and cooperation, join this Association and do your bit toward advancing the race and therby helping to make human brotherhood a reality and not a fiction Send One Dollar to the undersigned and join in this great work. Gale P. Hilyer, Secretary. 2441 5th Ave. S. 722 New York Life Bldg. Mrs. Cora Anderson Carr 365 Aurora Ave. N. W. Dale 1345 St. Paul, Minn. Office Phone N. W. Main 625 GALE P. HILYER ATTORNEY AND COUNSELLOR AT LAW With Hall and Tantges 722 New York Life Bldg. Minneapolis, Minn. Res. N. W. South 3347 THE SOUTHERN THEATRE 1422 Washington Ave. So. MOVING PICTURES—VAUDE- VILLE. Best Films—Thoroughly Fireproof. --- $35.00 Suit or Oversoat,.....$23.34 $40.00 Suit or Overcoat,.....$26.67 $45.00 Suit or Overcoat,.....$30.00 $50.0 Suit or Overcoat,.....$33.34 Fit and Workmanship Guaranteed. BROWN BROS. MERCANTILE CO. TAILORS AND FURRIERS. 21 So. 6th St. R. N TRAVIS, Prop. Walters, Porters and Theatrical Folk ELEGANT FURNISHED ROOMS CAFE OPEN AT ALL HOURS Phones.: Buffet Cedar 6245 Tri-State 2262 Hotel and Cafe Phone: Cedar 9088 N. W. MAIN 2259 Souvenirs for Ladies every Wednesday afternoon and Evening KEYSTONE BUFFET and CLUB CAFE FOR LADIES & GENTLEMEN Music Every Day from 2 P. M. to 11 P. M. 1313 Wash. Ave. South Kidd Mitchell, Prop. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. LADIES SPECIALLY INVITED EVERY DAY. SYLVESTER W. OLIVER. MANAGER. MRS. W. B. SENSABAUGH PIANIST and INSTRUCTOR IN MUSIC. 1016 NO SIXTH AVE. N. W. Phone Hyland 946. Look up this place NICELY FURNISHED ROOMS Within Walking Distance THE MODERN HOME 1015 So. 5th St. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. N. W. Nic. 951 "ON TO BALTIMORE" From the Department of the Pres., National Association of Colored Women's Clubs. Easily, the greatest forward race movement of the age is the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, and the leading spirit among them the President; Mrs. Booker T. Washington. Emerging from the gloom which has recently enveloped her, she has apparently re-consecrated her life to the uplift of the race, and by her helpful messages of encouragement to club leaders all all over the country is inspiring officers, department heads and members to a greater activity than ever before been evinced in the work. The next Bi-ennial will be held at Baltimore, Md., in August. Mrs. Washington presiding. This meeting bids fair to be the most interesting in the history of the Association. The meeting in 1912 at Hampton was intensely interesting and inspiring; that at Wilberforce in 1914 was wonderful and far reaching in its effects — a wonderful group of women, showing a remarkable insight in the philosophy of life and demonstrating a constructive ability which portends wonderful results in the next few years. "On to Baltimore" is the slogan of every race organization of women, and where the women are the men will likewise be found. By courtesy of the editor I shall from time to time issue information through the columns of this paper, relative to the great Bi-ennial at Baltimore in August. Mrs. W. T. Francis, St. Paul Minn Chairman, Press Committee. ACTIVE BUSINESS LEAGUE. Organization at Kansas City, Mo. to Entertain the National Body. Kansas City, Mo.-The local Business league of this city has commenced in earnest preparations to entertain the National Negro Business league, which meets here from Aug. 10 to 18 inclusive. A membership campaign is being conducted, from which it is hoped at least 1,000 new members may be added to the league. This membership campaign will be followed by the appointment of committees to complete the plans already outlined. Mr. and Mrs. Fortune J. Weaver are the leading spirits in the movement here. In this they will be joined by the leading men and women of Kansas City, Mo., and Kansas City, Kan., and all the surrounding towns will fall in line to forward the work. The Missouri people are determined to make this the greatest session of the league in its history and will give to the national body more members, annual and life, than any other place. All of this will be worked out in the program of preparation. Charles Stewart, A. M., the noted writer, was in the city early in March conferring with the local newspapers and other leaders here. The local league gave Dr. Stewart a banquet. He delivered several talks, including one at the Y. M. C. A., visited the schools and churches and talked with a number of the ministers. He was the guest of the young Kansas poet, Tilford Davis. From his talks the people received much information and inspiration. Professor J. R. E. Lee, principal of the Lincoln high school, who was connected with the Tuskegee institute for a number of years, will co-operate with the local committee. He is a valuable man in affairs of this kind. Hon. John M. Wright of Topeka, Kan., will be directly interested in the success of the league and will bring a large delegation from Topeka. The place for holding the sessions of the league will soon be announced, as well as many of the social functions. Perhaps a trip will be made to the potato farm of Mr. Groves, the Negro "potato king," the farmers around Kansas City are getting together and will attend the sessions of the league in a body. It is about thirty minutes' ride from Kansas City on a street car to Mr. Groves' farm. ECONOMY. One of the greatest curses of American civilization today is the fact that it is unfashionable to save and that the people are ashamed to save, while extravagance, waste and carelessness are looked upon as smart and signs of prosperity.—Roger W. Babson. Changed Views. "Time makes a big difference." "What are you thinking of?" "My wife's father. I used to think him a stubborn old fool. Now I respect his judgment." "What's happened?" "Nothing; only he did his durdest to prevent my eloping with his daughter."—Detroit Free Press. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION STUDY THE NEGRO. ff Pf ff P| , Defective Pag ee ee THE TWIN C.TY STAR <—> “PUBLSHED EVERY FRIDAY BY CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 305—So. Fifth Street. Minneapolis, Minnesota. Matered ta the Pest Office at Min- aeapelis as second class matter. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION | MINNESOTA EDITORIAL ASSN. ‘To Subscribe Is To Pay. Subscription by Mall, Postpaid. ONE YEAR o...csssceeeseres11$200 SIX MONTHS ......sesesee0+ 100 THREE MONTHS ........0.-5 68 Hamlet B. Rowe, Local Agent _ ADVERTISING RATES. ‘One Inch—1 Insertion—One Dollar. Liberal discount given on 3, 6, 9, Months, or 1 year contracts, Want Ads ......Twenty-five Cents Reading Notices, per line, Five Cents Wedding Announcements, Fifty Centa Card of Thanks ........One Dollary Xa Memoriam .. ........One Dollar Business Announcements, One Dollar Death Notices .........-One Dollar Write all Checks payable to" ‘The Twin City Star. ‘Address all mail to Twin City Star 903 8, Sth St. Minneapotis, Minnesota. NEGRO HEALTH. It is very important that all sec- tions of the country work together in arranging conditions that will better enable all races to live in mutual helpfulness and confidence; but it is still more important that the races work together for the attainment of this end. There must be codperation between the health authorities and Negro leaders, such as physicians, minsters, and teachers. Negro doc- tors and nurses are increasing, many hospitals and nurse-training schools for Negroes are being founded, and all are being approved by many lead- ing Southerners. Splendid assistance and cobperation have been given by white physicians and public health officers. Negroes themselves take great interest in solving health and sanitation problems, thus decreasing their mortality. Leaders are devel- oping who take pride in directing their race in any endeavor, and watch all development with great interest. The race is amenable to teaching, instruction, and direction in the health and sanitation movement, and in a number of instances Negroes have coBperated with the whites in stamp- ing out plagues and epidemics. The Negro should not only cease to be an actual menace to the white race by being a favorable bed for disease, but by proper teaching should become a valuable ally in stamping out dis eases prevalent among both races. Southern Workman. IT HAPPENED IN ST. PAUL. There was a hot fight among the Negro voters in the recent mayorality campaign which made poitical op- ponents of two personal friends. W. T. Francis and Fred D. McCracken. Atty. Francis was made a member of the campaign committee of Mr. Er- vin, and Mr. McCracken was equally honored by Maj. Handy. They made political speeches and presented their opinions through The Twin City Star. Mr. Ervin was elected, and their bat- tle ended “on the election returns.” It is worth while to say—that they are as good friends as they were fair foes—united for race advancement; and the same is true of their respec- tive supporters. Such examples show that we can fight each other politic- Hy, and close the incident, like other races. There is nothing gained by carrying the political problems of ‘others as your personal propositions. When we show our loyalty to each other; we will be no longer the vic- tims of political assassins, but will-be given recognition as men—because we deserve it. PROMINENT NEGRO OFFICIALS OF CHICAGO VISIT NEW YORK. Alderman Oscar DePriest, Asst. Corporation Counsel Louis B. Ander- gon and Assemblyman Maj. R. R. Jackson visited New York City last week on official business, represent- ing the city of Chicago, in suits in- volving large amounts against the city of New York. During their stay they were the guests at several social and civic gatherings. | _ NEGRO FILES FOR : LEGISLATURE, "Atty, W. T. Francis has filed as a ite for the Legislature from ‘fhe 38th Dist. comprising parts of the Sth and 12th wards of St. Paul ROOSEVELT’S RECORD AS THE PRACTICAL PEACE-MAKER. By Joseph Bucklin Bishop. good-will, considerateness,—and preparedness. While he was president not an American rifle was fired in war. Yet, there were seven critical occasions, when a presidential diplomacy just a bit less firm, just a word less friendly, might have led us into war. Roosevelt handled each case so astutely that at the time the public did not fully realize the danger. Since he left the White House the records have been fully brought to light, and we have reason to wonder at what we escaped. Here is the record. One Peace Victory a year; won by dip- lomacy. ue Great Britain, The first was with Great Britain, who, after the Klondike boom, claimed a long strip of coast running south from Alaska, In Canada, feeling ran high. Roosevelt sent troops to occupy the territory, but he kept the ques- tion out of Congress and avoided public discussion which would have started hot words on both sides. After long negotiations he persuaded Great Britain to submit it to a Joint Commission, three Americans and three British, thus giving the British a fair chance to inspect and judge their own claim. The result was that the Lord Chief Justice of England, one of the British Commissioners, voted with the Amercans. Thus Roosevelt produced peace, fostered friendship,— and kept the Alaskan strip. Germany. Venezuela defauled in her debts to Germary and several other Euro- pean powers. To collect them, Germany persuaded some of these powers to join her in a blockade of Venezuela, and proposed to land troops. Roose- pointed out that such a landing would violate the Monroe Doctrine, and pro- posed arbitration. Germany refused. Then Roosevelt sent a quiet, verbal, unpublished message to the Emperior that, unless he consented to arbitrate. Dewey's fleet would sail in forty-eight hours to defend Venezuela. The Em- peror’s consent came in thirty-six hours, with an invitation that Roosevelt act as arbitraor. Roosevelt publicy paised the Emperor's magnanimity, but turned the case over to the Hague Tribunal of Arbitration, The public knew nothing of the secret ultimatum till years later when “The Life of John Hay” was published. Thus, Roosevelt defended the Monroe Doctrine, kept peace, saved the Kaiser’s pride, and made America respected. Japan. California was ablaze against the Japanese, excluding them from her schools, and protesting against coolie immigration. But our treaty guaran- teed both these privileges to the Japanese. Roosevelt here showed his deepest skill. For California, he secured a “gentlemen's agreement” with Japan to keep the coolies at home. For Japan, he brought legal suits to restore the school privileges to Japanese children. Japan realized Roose- velt was her friend and took pride in doing the graceful thing. California was satisfied, War had been openly discussed in Japan, but the menace melted before our public was aware of it, because of Roosevelt's prompt and fair action. Then, lest any foreigners should fancy that our friendly diplomacy was in- spired by weakness, Roosevelt ordered our whole battle-fleet to sail around the world, making a cordial call on Japan Such a round-the-world cruise by a full and equipped fleet had never been done before. Roosevelt dd this in face of great opposition at home. But the world saw its meaning of preparedness, Japan saw, and respected. : Santo Domingo, Cuba, Columbia, Morocco. Santo Domingo, revolution-torn, defaulted in her debts, and there was danger of European intervention, Roosevelt quietly persuaded her to ask for an American official to finance her customs, setting aside 55 per cent. for foreign debts and 45 per cent. for herself Thus without landng a single soldier, Roosevelt saved the Monroe Doitrine again. When the young Republic of Cuba got into a revolution, President Palma asked for our armed intervention, under the “Platt Amendment” provision, But Roosevelt sent Secretary Taft to advise. The Cuban fac- tions wanted him to stay, and troops were sent to support his authority. But not a hostile shot was fired. Thus Roosevelt clinched the friendship of Cuba, When Panama declared its independence and gave us the right to dig the Canal, Columbia sent an army in ships to coerce Panama. But Roose- velt's warships were there first, and the Columbian general was advised to sail back lest he endanger the lives of American citizens who were there, Not a shot was fired, But Roosevelt saved the Canal. Europe was playing a big game in Morocco. The Sultan had a pet bandit, Raizuli, who captured an Ameican citizen, Perdicaris, and held him for ransom. Roosevelt had Secretary Hay send a cable—“Perdicaris alive or Raizuli dead.” Mr. Perdicaris was delivered the next day. Europe realized that there was an American President prompt to the minute when one American citizen was endangered. Russo-Japanese Peace and Nobel Peace Prize. It was Roosevelt who, alone among the Governments of the world, put an end to the terrible war between Russia and Japan, at the right moment He proposed peace, and persuaded the two Nations to send their Com. missioners here to Portsmouth. When they got into a deadlock over terms Roosevelt plunged in as the friénd of both, and peace was signed. For this vast service to the world he was given the first Nobel Peacc Prize. Also he received from 250 of the most powerful men of Franc a signed tribute, not only for bringing the Russo-Japanese War to an end but also for his staunch support of the principle of arbitration through The Hague Tribunal on several other occasions. ‘The Leader in Arbitration. It was Roosevelt who first put this Nation on record in favor of the general doctrine of Arbitration, as both a definite and a specific policy. 1 was Roosevelt who frst gave importance to The Hague Tribunal of Arbi. tration by bringing before it a critical dispute between the United States an¢ Mexico, while Europe was still scoffing at the Peace Court it had created and followed this by persuading the Powers to bring the Venezuela ques tion before the same Court. It was Roosevelt who proposer the secon¢ Peace Conference at The Hague to complete the work of the first. Our Ablest Man is Needed for Peace. These specifications prove that as a resolute Producer of Peace, th practical, straight-seeing prompt-acting Roosevelt towers above all thos professional pacifists that belong to the class whom the Bible condemn: for repeating the empty words, “Peace, peace, when there is no peace.” For Roosevelt believes that “when there is no peace,” a strong, commot sense way must be found quickly to produce peace. He also believes tha when a foreign aggressor menaces our peace, it is more surely preserve by a righteous course backed by courage, than’by a vacillating course base« on safety-first. The Nations of Europe, remembering Roosevelt's mighty works fo peace, still rely on his firmness; and were he President today, he would b the one man to whom Europe would turn in this awful hour as a truste counsellor, If elected President, his unfailing diplomacy, high courage an wisdom, may yet aid in bringing about an early and just settlement of th present European War, as he helped to bring about the termination of th Russo-Japanese War. pein 2 | Ng aN ns Distinction of Terma, T euppose you regard that pleture you've painted ux a masterpiece.” “No,” replied the practical artist. “Ya rather tu¥e u minal cash price and call it @ pot boiler.” ~ Washington Star. : ADVERTISE IN THE STAR “This book, which bad a page loose (m it, bas undergone a sort of legal action.” “What was that?” “Tt has been bound over to keep the plece."—Baltimore American. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR ho i ‘i ere " on) THE TWIN CITY STAR . PEACE-MAKER. HOTEL DALE Cape May, N. J. he was President 1s Sai da half-years in the| | eae lato ag olicy of international! |¥s SRtve uke eg le he was president I Pied sresidential sists a 5 Sas have led us into war.| [iReMMNeniamineetoc= tg) mame me the public did not use the records have . wonder at what we] Comfort and Elegance Without a year; won by dip- Extravagance "| ‘This Magnificent Hotel, Located In the Heart of the Most Beautiful jondike boom, claimed] Seashore Resort in the World, 1 Canada, feeling ran but he kept the ques-| is replete with every modern improve- ch would have started| ment, superlative in construction, ap- pointments, service and refined pa- 10 submit it to a Joint) tronage. Orchestra daily, garage, giving the British a bath-houses, tennis, etc., on premises. ¢ result was that the] Special attention given to ladies and Commissioners, voted] children. Send for booklet. fostered friendship, — E. W. Dale, Owner. DEFENDERS OF THE FLAG. | several other Euro- = ome of these powers| Mew the Colored Troops Fought In 6 Sand troona: Rosia: Battle of Port Hudson. Under the heading, “The Reason Why,” J. P. Prickett, writing of the valor of the colored soldiers just be- fore the assault on Port Hudson, says: “The assault on Port Hudson was Pending. It was to test the fitness of the colored race for freedom. The white colonel of the colored regiment called the colored standard bearer to him and implored lim not to dishonor the flag and bring reproach upon bis race by being recreant to duty. ‘This lowly representative of a despised peo- ple replied, ‘I'll bring these colors back ‘with honor or report to God the reason why.” The above is followed by a poem, which in part is as follows: ‘There, like ebon statues in the starlight, ‘stood the black brigade, ‘Ae adown ‘the ranks the colonel strode and walking, silent prayed; Prayed that God might fill = ee meal each darkened soul and Nght Im each lowly breast a bright pathway to freedom's new birthright; ‘That these newborn sons of freedom, im ‘whose swelling hearts and breasts Burned the memories of centuries of ‘bondage and of wrong, ‘Ta the morrow's dreadful slaughter might ‘a heroes bear the testa ‘In thelr race's vindication might be brave ‘and true and strong. Over poner in the moonlight floated out stars and bars. Here the black brigade in silence stood Ddeneath the stripes and stare. Over there were trained artill'rymen asleep ‘by silent guns; ‘Here were loyal hearts in swelling breasts of freedom’s newborn sons, Raised from chattelhiood to manhood by the stroke of patriot en, ‘Wond'ringly and sometimes doubting loyal Thearts looked on to see ‘If these slaves and serfs and chattels, ift- ‘ed to the plane of men, Im the shock ‘of strife and battle won thelr right to lberty. ae. ee le 8 “Yea, Til bring it back in honor, bear it ‘bravely in the right Or beyond the mystic river tell to God the Teagon why.” “twas a horrid day of slaughter, and the ‘rash of shot and shell ‘Told that men were bravely battling for the cause they loved #0 well A shout, a cheer, a wild aseault—and then the stripes and stars Wloated proudly from the ramparts where Thad waved the stara and bara, Bravely fought the dusky black brigade: in’ blood had rent the chains: Chains of slavery from a fettered race, fand where in blood they'd trod Lay in death the color bearer. His life's blood the banner stains. Ah, beyond the silent river he’s reportine ae oe to Ged COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE TO END SCHOOL YEAR MAY 24 Schedule For Commencement Week at ‘a West Virginia Institution. Events of the week beginning on Wednesday evening, May 17, at the West Virginia Collegiate institute at Institute, W. Va., are the following: Wednesday evening, May 17, play by the sentors; Thursday, 2:30 p. m., base. ball game between Wilberforce uni- versity and the local school team. In the evening occurs the annual school musical. Friday, baseball game be- tween the teams above named; Sun- day, May 21, religious services. The commencement sermon at 11 a, m, will be preached by the Rev. Dr. G. B. Howard, pastor of the Central | Baptist church, Pittsburgh. At 7:30 p. m, the Young Women's and Young Men’s Christian associations will hold ‘a jolnt meeting. At 3 o'clock Monday ‘afternoon, May 22, the athletic depart: ment will display its ability at the va- rious games and amusements, and at 7:80 o'clock tn the evening the juntor oratorical contest will be held. ‘The following events are on the pro- gram for Tuesday, May 23: Exhibits of various kinds by the industrial de- partments, business meeting of the Alumni association, athletic sports and annual reunion of members of the Alumni association. ‘The crowning events of the com- mencement season will occur on Wednesday, May 24. At 10 o'clock a, m, the commencement exercises will be held. The address to the graduates will be delivered by the Hon, M. P. Shawkey, superintendent of schools for the state. In the evening the #0 cial function will be President Byrd Prillerman’s reception to the members of the graduation class. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR APVERTISE IN THE STAR Our advice THE BETTER, BEER ce £ _ You are sure of apprecia- tion from anyone to whom you recommend it. ee, NEW TABLES. FAST CUSHIONS —— | z - tu ELITE @ ae | ye Pool and Billiards B 2 | | eg renege BF I 627-5th St. No., Minneapelis Sammie John L. Gibson. N. W. Tel. Main 3136 (Private Booth) John G. Yancy SCALP TREATMENT and - HAIR GROWING. Ca ~— Mrs. Maggie Martin wishes to Eee a «announce that she is the Minne- Si SE BA polis Agent for MADAM ©. J. — WALKER’S Wonderful Hair Py gf) ~— Grower and Preparations. ts Be ee f 2 Special attention given to Tet- és Pc ter, Eczema and Growing hair on — temples. A full line of Goods. Se. Personal Instructions and Demon- ee strations can be obtained at Se (3013 GARFIELD AVE. cL y See N. W. PHONE SOUTH 1742 EL MAK has es MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. . ist, ice MRS. MAGGIE MARTIN, AGT. ——— —$—_—_—_—_—————————————— itore! J The Waiters’ and Porters’ Club GLOVER SHULL, PREs. 311 HENNEPIN AVE. MINNEAPOLIS EDDDIE BOYD, Sec'y LEE WHEELER, MANAGER ete | “a F. PEOPLES. (2 iS feces = HOME BUILDING CO. <arparer rat | } CONTRACTORS AND BUILDERS twysse=er<== | rt; . ”818 METROPOLITAN LIFE BLOG, ae OFFICE PHONE NIC. 1534 You don’t need money; if you own your lof. 1 BUILD HOMES ON MONTHLY PAYMENTS. COTTAGES AND FOUR FAMILY FLATS ITS JUST LIKE PAYING RENT._ PLANS FREE. Good Beer 1s Strengthening es There is strength in i pure beer like a i KCeloleinet rs LAGER A i Brewed under sanitary condition Rie oo Purest of ingredients Bae fe The beer without a headache a p 7 PURITY BREWING CO. , ce The Leading Bottle Beer Brewery Order a Case Both Phones 66 MINNEAPOLIS, MINN Teday Lee Turpin N. W. Phone Cedar 9128 Woodsey Jemi 40 EAST THIRD ST. Cor. Cedar, St. Pat TURPIN & JEMISON, Prop’s. SPECIAL EVERY WEDNESDAY. 4-P. M, TO 11 P, M. LADIES’ SOUVENIR NIGHT. Cafe under Management of “St. Louis” Tom. Franklin Convenient Accommodations for Railroad Men—Choice Cigar and Liquors—Buffet closes at 11 P. M. IDON'T FORGET!—PHIL REIDS OLD PLACE is still oj DONTE -PORUS + t5 Aik, Aaa S eer, See 28 SS Opes: