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MINNEAPOLIS Minn. Historical Society DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST. PAUL MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY ective Page VOL. 6 Single Copies 5 Cents NEW MOVEMENT FOR EDUCATION Brooklyn High School Girls Form Students' Club. ABLE LEADERS IN THE WORK Much Encouragement Given Effort to Organize Students' Club by Members of the Lexington Avenue Branch of the Young Women's Christian Association. By N. BARNETT DODSON. Brooklyn.—The movement recently started in this city to form an organization to be known as the Students' club is succeeding admirably. The aim of the promoters is to have all the girls in the various high schools unite in one body for mutual self help so as to more effectively accomplish their work as students and also as a preparation for the larger and more responsible duties which await them as teachers and leaders in other lines of race advancement. The movement here is headed by Mr. Addie W. Hunton, special work BAPTISTS TO HONOR LISLE. Monument In Memory of First Modern Foreign Missionary Proposed. The Rev. A. R. Robinson, chairman of the foreign mission board of the national Baptist convention, and the Rev. L. G. Jordan, corresponding secretary, ask the co-operation of the entire denomination in the new missionary monument fund movement. It is proposed to erect a monument to the memory of the first Baptist modern foreign missionary, George Lisle, to be paid for by Negro Baptists throughout the world. The shaft is to be erected in the front yard of the First Bryant Baptist church, Savannah, Ga. It is to cost $500. The ground plan is to be made up of stones, one from each state where Negro Baptists are organized, from the West Indies, South America and Africa. A letter has been sent to the president of every Baptist state convention asking for a piece of marble or a durable stone from his state twice the size of a common brick, with the initials of the state chiseled on it. This stone should be sent to the Lisle monument committee, 717 Broadway, Savannah, Ga., on or before July 1. The monument will (D. V.) be unveiled and dedicated during the meeting of the national Baptist convention in September, should it be finished by that time. School Color Line in Florida Fails. Judge Gibbs of the circuit court of Florida recently declared unconstitutional the Florida law prohibiting white teachers from teaching Negro schools and Negro teachers from teaching in white schools. He instructed the authorities to release the bondmen of several sisters in charge of convent schools, who had been held for violation of the law. Judge Gibbs ruled that the state had no power over private schools and could not legally prohibit one race from instructing another race. Work of Woman's Progressive League. Professor Ralph Radcliffe, principal of the Watt Street school, Pittsburgh, was the chief speaker at the last meeting for May of the Greater Pittsburgh Woman's Progressive league. Professor Radcliffe's subject was "The School and Community." The league is doing a good work and has grown to be a most helpful factor in the community. Wonderful Tribute to Dr. Washington. The students and teachers of the Tuskegee institute have contributed the sum of $4,760.60 toward the Booker T. Washington memorial fund. This large amount shows their loyalty to the race and their esteem for their late chieftain in a most wonderful expression of love and veneration. Competent Census Bureau Employees. The statistical tables of bulletin 129 giving the death rate among the colored population in the United States were prepared by three men of our race who are employees of the bureau of the census—Mr. Charles E. Hall, whose assignment covered population and occupation; Mr. William Jennifer, agriculture and religious statistics, and Mr. Robert Pelham, morality and ownership of homes. The work of Messrs Hall, Jennifer and Pelham bears the stamp of accuracy, painstaking and efficiency and is a credit to the department themselves and the race. MRS. ADDIE W. HUNTON. for the general Young Women's Christian association and other Y. W. C. A. workers officially connected with the Lexington avenue branch of the association. The preliminary-work has been carefully done and a permanent organization has been formed with a large membership. The officers of the Students' club are: Miss Edna James, president; Miss Theresa Brooks, vice president; Miss Ida Collins, secretary; Miss Lucy Lark, assistant secretary, and Miss Thelma Marshall, treasurer. As soon as the club outlines the various phases of its work it will further increase its membership by having all the other girls of the grammar schools become members. Maude Bulkley, secretary of girls' work at the Lexington avenue branch; Mrs. A. W. Hunton, Mrs. Chase, Mrs. R. P. Hamlin and others have given the girls splendid encouragement in their efforts to put the Students' club on a substantial footing. Mrs. Hunton is the wife of International Secretary W. A. Hunton. She is one of the most capable and best known of the women of our race engaged in the Young Women's Christian association work. Mrs. Hunton has been holding parlor meetings in the interest of the Y. W. C. A. in this city for several weeks, through which much interest in the association has been created. Among one of such meetings to be held at various times during the month of June will be that scheduled for June 10 at 1621 Pacific street. The Students' club movement has not only met with a hearty response from the girls, in whose interest it is being fostered, and the parents of many of the members of the club are showing unusual activity and have voluntarily offered to co-operate with Mrs. Hunton and the other leaders to make the Students' club a potent factor in the life of the community. Aside from the parlor conferences a mammoth mass meeting will be held at Memorial hall on Sunday, June 25. With such co-operation as mentioned above and with such able and experienced leaders as the club has it must succeed. It is believed that no movement within recent years having for its object the personal welfare of so many girls possesses such qualities for accomplishing so much real good as is true of the Students' club of Brooklyn Miss Vann Resumes Newspaper Work. One of the most efficient young women engaged in newspaper work in the south is Miss Annie Mae Vann of the Norfolk (Va.) Journal and Guide. Miss Vann is a member of the National Negro Press association, attends its various meetings from time to time and has been of great assistance to the members of the organization by giving them the benefit of her large experience as a subscription agent, in which line she is considered an expert. It is therefore a bit of good news to learn from the Journal and Guide that Miss Vann has again resumed her activities after a slight setback on account of eye trouble. Funds Needed For the Slater School. The trustees of the Slater Industrial and State Normal school at Winston Salem, N. C., are making strenuous efforts to raise $12,000, necessary to meet the offer of the state for a similar amount. Professor W. A. Blair, secretary of the school, has recently written to several prominent men in New York who have formerly aided the school financially asking that they assist the institution in raising the $12,000 needed. The trustees ask all friends of education to contribute something toward the amount named. The school is one of the best among our people in that section of the state and is worthy of support. University at Richmond, Va., Closes Tower With Drilling University at Richmond, Va., Closed Term With Brilliant Exercises. Richmond, Va.—The Virginia Union university recently closed with possibly the most brilliant commencement exercises in its history. The commencement season was one of much interest and satisfaction for both the student body and the faculty. Graduates and former students are manifesting a timely interest in the school. Like the president and faculty, they believe there is a great future work to be done for the race through Union university. The Rev. J. J. Wicker, pastor of the Leigh Street Baptist church, this city, preached the baccalaureate sermon. The largest number of students that have ever completed any course at Virginia Union received diplomas from the academy department. The class roll contained thirty names. Mr. O. A. Hawkins addressed the graduates. The speaker's discussion was based upon education, service and the choice of a right vocation in life as the real plan for happiness in life. Splendid music was rendered at appropriate intervals of the program. Selections were rendered by the Glee club quartet and Mr. H. S. Brown, a graduate. The regular business meeting of the Alumni association was held and was followed by the annual dinner, at which a beautiful portrait of Dr. Nathaniel Colver was unveiled. This portrait is the gift of Mr. and Mrs. Rosenberger of Chicago. Mrs. Rosenberger is a granddaughter of Dr. Colver, Colver institute, one of the precursors of Virginia Union university, which bore the name of and had as its first president this stanch abolitionist. At the commencement exercises of the college and theological departments nine of the graduates delivered splendid orations. Mr. R. E. Blackwell, president of Randolph-Macon college, addressed the graduates. His discourse was a very inspiring one on the added responsibility of a higher education. The music rendered at these exercises was about the finest students have ever produced. A solo was sung by Professor C. E. Hadley. President George Rice Hovey presented diplomas to and conferred degrees upon the following named persons: Candidates for the degree of bachelor of arts, A. Bayton, J. C. Carroll, C. S. Johnson, R. N. Lawson, J. L. Nixon and U. G. Wilson. Candidates for the degree of bachelor of science, J. M. Colson and W. H. Harris. Candidate for the degree of bachelor of divinity, L. L. McGee. Candidates for the degree of bachelor of theology, E. C. Johnson and S. D. Middleton. Candidates for the theological diplomas, J. R. Cooper and E. W. Langon. Great progress in music is noticeable since the coming of Professor C. E. Hadley as a member of the faculty. Very creditable work has been done under his direction in the choir and glee club, while the quartet was better than it has been in the history of the institution. The university is evidencing its tendency toward general progress through the interest taken in social service among the colored people in Richmond. The school is very closely affiliated with the Richmond Negro Welfare league and pays half of the salary of its director. GROWTH IN EFFICIENCY. Calanthe Courts Show Thrift at Knights of Pythias Celebration. The growth in efficiency and numbers among the various courts of Calanthe in Pittsburgh was strikingly noticeable at the recent fourth anniversary celebration of Maceo lodge, No. 61, Knights of Pythias. The celebration was held in the Coraopolis (Pa.) armory and was largely attended by members of the uniform rank of the order in the state. Calanthe Drill corps No. 1 was commanded by Captain Marie M. Gross, and the hospital company was in charge of Captain Alice Stewart. The members were bedecked in new uniforms and made a fine showing. The women commanded their lines with much skill and received many congratulations from both the public and the male members of the uniform rank of the order. Good Year at Georgia State College. Savannah, Ga.—The twenty-fifth anniversary of the Georgia State college is being celebrated in connection with the annual commencement exercises of the college, which began here on Wednesday, June 14. The school year has been a very successful one and there were graduated from the college, normal and industrial departments about fifty students. The baccalaureate sermon was delivered by the Rev Dr. Charles T. Walker of Augusta. Addresses were delivered by Mr James W. Johnson of New York. Bishop Benjamin Kelley of Georgia and Dr. R. R. Wright, Jr., of Philadelphia, who is the son of Major R. R. Wright, president of the Georgia State college. WEST VIRGINIA'S LOYAL CITIZENS President of Collegiate Institute Lauds State's Attitude Toward Our People In Matters of Justice and Education. Emphaizes Importance of Christian Leadership in Remarkable Address. Morgantown, W. Va.—At the recent annual convention of the West Virginia Sunday School association held in this town a brilliant feature of the program was an address delivered by Professor Byrd Prillerman, principal of the West Virginia Collegiate institute. Professor Prillerman was invited to be one of the speakers by Mr Arthur T. Arnold, secretary of the association. Professor Prillerman's address was listened to with the closest attention and punctuated with liberal applause. He said in part: I bring you greetings from the West Virginia Collegiate institute, the West Virginia Baptist Sunday school convention and the 70,000 loyal, patriotic Negro citizens of West Virginia. We are proud of our state. The citizens of West Virginia are to be congratulated on the wisdom and statesman ship displayed in dealing with the race question. In this respect West Virginia has set an example for all the other states in the Union. In the early formation of the state our lawmakers saw the wisdom and justice of providing facilities for the training of our colored youth. Since that time our statesmen have made provision for secondary, vocational and collegiate training by the establishment and maintenance of the West Virginia Collegiate institute and the school at Bluefield. Since emancipation the members of my race have made wonderful progress in education, home building, church building and finance. Thirty years ago there was not a professionally trained member of my race in all this state. Now there are more than thirty college graduates teaching in our schools, twenty lawyers and sixty doctors practicing their profession. According to the report of our state superintendent, 67 per cent of the 450 colored teachers of our state hold first grade certificates. Among our most distinguished Sunday school teachers in this country must be classed the late Booker T. Washington. He became a Sunday school teacher in Malden. Our development along all other lines, however, has been greater than that of training religious leaders. The greatest need of the race in this state today is competent, consecrated Christian lead ership. In our efforts to prepare our students for positions of leadership at the West Virginia Collegiate institute we have thought it necessary to emphasize the importance of moral and religious training. For I believe with Carlyle that "A man's religion is the chief thing about him." We give our students a fine opportunity for academic and vocational training. We require each student who enters the institution to learn to use his hands at some useful occupation at the same time he secures the highest literary training of which he is capable. In order to develop the moral and religious character of our students, we require them to attend Sabbath school and prayer meeting. Each Sabbath morning at 9:15 o'clock more than 300 march to Sabbath school to the strains of martial music. The question may arise in your minds as to what is the effect of this compulsory attendance. The best answer I can give to this question is found in the response the students are making to the call for voluntary Bible study. About four years ago Miss Mary Eubank, our superintendent of home economics, started with a class of twenty girls. They used Moninger's "Training For Service." In 1914 they completed their course, and we had our first Bible school commencement, at which eight, including the teacher, received their diplomas from your association. The last school year 150 were enrolled and nineteen completed the course. For the present school year 240 have enrolled and forty-three graduated. There are classes taught by members of the faculty and advanced students who have completed the teacher training course. These classes recite on Wednesday evening and at various times during the Sabbath day. The Bible study is wholly voluntary and is conducted in such a way as not to interfere with the literary and in industrial work of the institution distant work of the institution. Miss Bettie Perry, a member of the present senior class and a graduate from the teacher training course of last year, has organized a Bible class of thirty-five at Raymond City. She goes home twice a month to look after this class. Her traveling expenses are borne by her parents. Some of the members of our faculty and the teachers' wives who were most indifferent about Bible study have now become among the most enthusiastic Bible students at the institution. Miss Mary Eubank, our leader in this work, has recently accepted an invitation from the international committee of the Young Women's Christian association to teach a Bible class at the conference held at Spelman seminary, Atlanta, Ga WHITMAN PROVIDES FOR REGIMENT OF COLORED MEN Race to Enter National Guard on New York Governor's Order. New York.—For the past five years or more a large number of colored citizens of this city have been agitating for the formation of a regiment in the national guard of the state. Companies have been formed and drilled to almost perfection in military tactics and discipline by Colonel Charles W. Filmore. The movement was strongly backed by most of our weekly papers here, but received a setback from time to time. Colonel Filmore has been the most persistent advocate of the regiment idea and has stuck to his "guns." The hearts of all who favor the movement were gladdened by the news from Albany, through the daily papers, and from Governor Charles S. Whitman himself, who made the announcement at Manhattan Casino on the evening of May 25 that the governor had signed an order for the formation of a regiment of colored men for the national guard of the state. Plans for the organization of the regiment are being worked out by the military authorities. Lieutenant Colonel William S. Terrybilt, chief surgeon of the division, national guard, and two other medical officers of the militia will have charge of examining applicants for enlistment in the regiment. As the applicants come forward one company will be organized and officers detailed to drill the men. The object will be to organize a model company, and it is believed that there are enough men in this city who have had service in the four colored regiments in the army to make this unit one of the best in the state. As stated above, the struggle of the race to enter the national guard began some five years ago. A bill authorizing the organization of a Negro command in this state passed both houses during the session of the 1911 legislature, but dropped out of sight. In 1912 a petition was sent to Governor Dix with a muster roll of a provisional regiment consisting of a thousand men, signal and hospital corps and twelve uniformed companies asking for incorporation in the national guard, but no further action was taken in the matter. In 1913 the legislature passed a bill for a Negro regiment, with Negro officers, and Governor Sulzer signed the measure. When examinations were held in this city for commissions in the regiment it was found that under the military law candidates would have to follow the same rules laid down for white officers. Although several colored men were eligible, not enough could pass the examinations to be officers in the regiment. It was suggested that white officers be provided for the regiment, but this was not at all satisfactory to the colored people, and the movement was again halted. LEWIS PROUD OF HAMPTON. Well Known Boston Lawyer Calls School Shrine of Negro Education. The Hon. William H. Lewis, well known Boston lawyer and Harvard graduate, speaking at the recent commencement exercises at the Hampton (Va.) institute, in part said: "I am happy in paying my first visit to the shrine of Negro education in America. Here the education of the race began. Here the first great moral impulse to the progress of the race within the last half century was received. Let us imitate the example and patriotism of the Japanese during this festival season and open our hearts and our lives to the spirit and influence of our ancestors—the men and women who made Hampton, and through Hampton another race in America. "Whether you teach a school, follow the plow or build a wagon, remember that you are an example for your fellows. Teach others not only by your words, but by your example, how to cultivate thrift and dignify labor, how to improve their minds and how to build happy homes and fill them with love and honor." The Rev. Dr. Herbert B. Turner, the school chaplain, preached the baccalaureate sermon, taking as his theme Paul's words, "I press on." Dr. Turner said that the class motto, "Bend to the oars though the waves dash high," expressed strong determined effort toward that which is highest and best in life in spite of difficulties. He said, "You go forth prepared, not finished," and urged the class to constantly press forward for the best things, to use difficulties as a challenge, and, as General Armstrong did, to put God and country first, themselves last. In the annual competitive drill of the school battalion of cadets the cup was won by Company D, under the leadership of William D. Dickey of Beachton, Ga. The judges were Captain J. M. Coward and Captain F. L. Fenton of Fort Monroe, Va. Major William R. Smith of Fort Monroe reviewed the battalion and presented the cup. Other activities included several concerts—one by the student glee clubs, one by the school band under the direction of Professor W. M. O. Tessmann, bandmaster; one by the following visiting artists: Helen Elise Smith, pianist; Florence Cole Talbert, soprano, and Daisy Tapley, contralto. W. T. FRANCIS. POLITICS IN MINNESOTA. Attorney W. T. Francis' Candidacy For Legislature Arouses Much Interest. Interest in state and local politics in Minnesota has been heightened since Lawyer W. T. Francis of St. Paul announced his candidacy for the state legislature to represent the Thirty-eighth district. The fact that the candidate is a man of unusual ability and wide experience has greatly crystallized sentiment in his favor among all classes. Attorney Francis is a leader among our people in the northwest, highly respected and is one of our most successful practitioners. Mr. Francis was for twenty-seven years employed in various departments of the Northern Pacific Railway company. He began as a messenger boy and by diligent application to his studies steadily advanced until he was appointed an attorney and chief clerk in the law department of the corporation. He is a prominent member of the Odd Fellows and Masonic fraternities and was clerk of the Odd Fellows' supreme court for four years. Lawyer Francis takes an active part in religious work also. He has served as Sunday school superintendent and for many years treasurer and trustee of the Pilgrim Baptist church. He is a graduate of the St. Paul Law college and was attorney of record in many suits for the Northern Pacific company. He has practiced in the supreme court of Minnesota and was admitted to practice in the United States supreme court in 1912. As a member of the Republican central committee and secretary of the St. Paul organization of the state committee he has rendered valuable service. Mr. Francis was prominently mentioned a year or so ago for minister to Haitti. Mr. Francis was born in Indianapolis, Ind., and went to St. Paul in 1882 and, although youthful in appearance, has had a wide and seasoned experience in business affairs. He was married in 1893 to Miss Nelle F. Griswold of Nashville, Tenn., who is a national character in civic, club and social uplift work. REMEMBER THIS MAN THOMAS FRANKSON Mr. Thos. Frankson is a real estate dealer, who advertised in the newspapers and circulated literature, stating that his properties were desirable because "Negroes would not be sold lots in his addition." We cannot afford to vote for him. Remember him and vote for the fair minded and unprejudiced American, Hon. James A. Peterson for Lieut. Governor. Mr. Frankson could not be depended upon to give all citizens their constitutional rights. Vote for J. A. Peterson, not only to repudiate Mr. Frankson but to elect as Lieut. Gov. a clean man. SMOKE THE RELIABLE SIGHT DRAFT CIGAR 506 Boston Block, Minneapolis. Minneapolis, - - Minn. NIC. 1873. RAILROAD MEN'S NEWS, Stephen Springer, Milwaukee Depot, Minneapolis. Send your notes to us by Wednesd 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 columns. 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. Don't worry about the high cost of living! Eat at THE DOUGLASS CAFE 407 Fifth Ave. So. Special Sunday Dinner 35c. Cream of Tomato Soup Radishes Young Onions CHICKEN PIE (Southern Style) Green Peas Douglass Salad Mashed Potatoe Strawberry Shortcake Tea, Coffee or Milk MINNEAPOLIS SUNDAY FORUM June 18, 1916. BETHESDA BAPTIST CHURCH. Young Peale's Day. Invocation .....Rev. D. E. Beasley Remarks .....Dr. Raymond Canon Solos, "A Perfect Day"...Miss Delphine Thompson Recitation, "Booker Washington," .....Mr. J. Hazel Donaldson Piano Solo .....Miss Corine Parsons Journalist .....Mr. Webster Stovall Paper "Social Service" .....Miss Virginia Thompson Vocal Solo .....Miss Elnora Barksdale Paper .....Miss Lyle Utley Recitation .....Miss Elnora Castone Vocal Solo, "Day Dreams of the Past and you" ..Miss Nettie Ellis Address, "The Impossibility of Permanent Peace" ... Mr. Homer Cannon Piano Solo ..Miss Marianne Jeffrey Critic ..Mrs. Veasus Pope VISITS TWIN PORTS. Messrs. S. W. Oliver, Alex Rogers, John Webster and Hamlet B. Rowe spent Tuesday and Wednesday at West Superior and Duluth. Mr. Edward Hicks, the well known clubman of West Superior took the party Tuesday afternoon for a motor drive around the Twin Ports, and manifested his hospitality in numerous other ways. The party had dinner at Dawson's Markean Annex and Tuesday evening enjoyed an auto ride thrugh Duluth's senic thorough-fares and boulevards. Messds. Luther Dawson and Geo. B. Kelly were the hosts on the excursions and the party enjoyed breathing Duluth's air, and viewed its picturesque environments with much pleasure. After the motor ride the party attended a boxing exhibition at the Duluth Auditorium and saw Minneapolis' Indian, Clay Turner vanquish "Steamboat" Bill Scott.. Turner proved a regular tornado and on several occasions came near capsizing the Steamboat. While the gale lasted the Steamboat rocked from stem to stern and was so storm-tossed that Referee Bennett stopped the unequal affair in the 9th round and by so doing gave Turner a technical K. O. over Scott. Turner has the making of a champion. The party returned via. the Soo the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Campbell, 102 First Ave. East, and the hospitality shown was profoundly appreciated. Messrs. Gene Matthews, Johnnie Rainey, "Kid" Bryant, Carence Banks, Wm. Lyons, Jimmie Bolling, Joe Lyons, Leon Minor, Wm. Massingill, Claude Richardson, and a host of other former Twin City boys contributed to the party's pleasure and comfort. The party r eturns via. the Soo Line; leaving Duluth 1:45 P. M. Wed. and arriving in Minneapolis at 7:10 P. M. They were unanimous in declaring the hospitality of the Twin Ports ideal, and unexcelled—H. B. R. Atty. B. S. Smith left Wednesday for Chicago on legal business. His wife will accompany his home. Ames Lodge of Elks will meet on June 27th to elect officers for ensuing year and delegates to the Philadelphia Convention. If you want notices inserted, spend a cent or two and send your copy—clearly and intelligently written. Read Peterson, the druggist's announcement—It's important. --- Mr. J. T. Dahl, the Shoe mechanist of Seven Corners is going to win in the Aldermanic fight. He is the choice of the people of his ward. DR. BURTON OPENS OFFICE. DR. BURTON OPENS OFFICE. Dr. W. Ellis Burton, a former resident of the "Twin Cities" has opened a modern dental office in Minneapolis, at 115 6th Ave. N., Room 2, between Lyndale and Aldrich Aves. Dr. Burton is a graduate of Northwestern University Dental School of Chicago, and passed the State Board of Dental Examiners with high honor. Equipped and trained as he is we have no doubt of his ability to build a successful practice in our city. He respectfully solicits your patron- He respectfully solicits your patron age. CARD OF THANKS I wish to thank the many friends for their kindness and sympathy shown me during my recent bereave ment in the loss of my husband. Judge Thomas Kneeland is a candidate for Justice Supreme Court. Judge Kneeland fought and helped defeat the Nimock's Inter-Marriage Bill and has always been fair in his treatment of the Negro. We should show our loyalty and appreciation by voting for Judge Kneeland. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR Reports from Lundeen's headquarters are that Rev. Withers and Editor Montgomery have pledged themselves to deliver the greater part of the Negro vote for Mr. Lundeen. Cong. Smith can say "ditto." Clerk of the District Court, Peter S. Neilson did not appoint a Negro during his term, and did not like to be informed of that fact by Editor Smith, who also told him that he could not expect and could not get the support of Negro voters. TUSKEGEE SUMMER SCHOOL Program of Subjects and Activities For the 1916 Session. Tuskegee, Ala.-The Tuskegee summer school is to be conducted this year as in former years. E. C. Roberts, director of the academic department, is to conduct the summer school for the institute. Arrangements are being made to accommodate a large number of teachers who will attend the summer school for teachers. The seventh annual session began Monday, June 12, and will close on July 21. Each year has marked a steady growth in attendance and in the scope of the courses offered. Last year 437 teachers were enrolled, representing fifteen states. This list included Jeanes supervisors, principals, city and rural teachers and embraced many of the most progressive teachers of the south land. Courses are offered in the review of literary subjects, in advanced studies, in general and special methods, in education, in business practice, in physical training, in the handicrafts, in sewing, in domestic science, in canning, in manual training and in agriculture and school gardening. The instructors will be chosen from the regular school faculty and will also include A. H. Parker, principal of Industrial high school, Birmingham, Ala., and George L. Hayes, supervising principal of city schools, Indianapolis. Each day at 11 o'clock round table discussions will be conducted or special addresses will be given by men of reputation in the educational world. The list of speakers includes Dr George E. Haynes, Fisk university; Mrs. Booker T. Washington, director, industries for girls; Major R. R. Moton, principal Tuskegee institute; Professor Zebulun Judd, head of department of education, Alabama Polytechnic institute, Auburn, Ala.; Dr. J. H. Phillips, superintendent city schools, Birmingham, Ala.; Mr. William F. Feagin, superintendent of education for Alabama, Montgomery, Ala.; Mr. W. T. Sheehan, editor Montgomery Advertiser, Montgomery, Ala.; Mr. James L. Sibley, rural school agent of Alabama; Mr. Jackson Davis, general field agent, general education board, and Dr. James H. Dillard, president Jeanes foundation. Good Hope Baptist Church Out of Debt. The pastor and members of the Good Hope Baptist church, Pittsburgh, have succeeded in raising sufficient funds to pay off the mortgage debt of the church. A banquet followed the burning of the mortgage the first week in June. MINNESOTANS VISIT CHICAGO Atty. and Mrs. Chas. W. Scruthins of Bemidji, Mrs. W. A. Hilyard and son Harold and Atty. W. T. Francis of St. Paul, Mrs. Brown S. Smith, Rev. M. W. Withers and Chas. Sumner Smith of Minnesota were in Chicago during the convention. Mr. Log. Cooper is in Chicago, the guest of his brother. He expects to leave shortly for Detroit. Mr. Arnold Ferguson is back in Chicago and wishes to be remembered to his many friends. St. James A. M. E. Church will hold their meetings at 23rd St. and Bloomington Ave., till further notice. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR THE TWIN CITY STAR TO SEE AND THE TWIN Send for a copy of the New The Twin City Handsomest Booklet of Info and St. Paul Printed in four colors, on a see and enjoy all the inter- Minnesota's Two Great Cities time, at the least possible formation and pictures as w maps of Twin City interest. These colored maps show Portion of Minneapolis, the the University Campus, "T Minnetonka and White Bee map shows the Twin Cities a territory 16 miles by 48 Lakes, Rivers and Parks. I taining. A copy of this interesting any address on receipt of six A. W. Warnock, General Passenger A Political Advertisement, prepared for which $5.00 is to be paid. SEE AND ENJOY THE TWIN CITIES For a copy of the New Picture Map Folder entitled Twin Cities 1916 Homest Booklet of Information About Minneapolis and St. Paul Published. In four colors, on finest paper. Tells how to enjoy all the interesting sights in and about Moosa's Two Great Cities, in the least possible at the least possible expense. Contains new in- formation and pictures as well as seven splendid colored of Twin City interest. The colored maps show attractively the Central of Minneapolis, the Central Portion of St. Paul, University Campus, "The Chain of Lakes," Lake Moosa and White Bear Lake, while the largest shows the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, Story 16 miles by 48 miles, with their famous Rivers and Parks. Most instructive and enter- taining. Copy of this interesting folder will be mailed to address on receipt of six cents in stamps. Stock, General Passenger Agent, Twin City Lines, Minneapolis. Advertisement, prepared by H. B. Rowe, for Thomas E. West, is to be paid. TO SEE AND ENJOY THE TWIN CITIES Send for a copy of the New Picture Map Folder entitled The Twin Cities 1916 Handsomest Booklet of Information About Minneapolis and St. Paul Published. Printed in four colors, on finest paper. Tells how to see and enjoy all the interesting sights in and about Minnesota's Two Great Cities, in the least possible time, at the least possible expense. Contains new information and pictures as well as seven splendid colored maps of Twin City interest. These colored maps show attractively the Central Portion of Minneapolis, the Central Portion of St. Paul, the University Campus, "The Chain of Lakes," Lake Minnetonka and White Bear Lake, while the largest map shows the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs, a territory 16 miles by 48 miles, with their famous Lakes, Rivers and Parks. Most instructive and entertaining. A copy of this interesting folder will be mailed to any address on receipt of six cents in stamps. A. W. Warnock, General Passenger Agent, Twin City Lines, Minneapolis. Political Advertisement, prepared by H. B. Rowe, for Thomas E. West, for which $5.00 is to be paid. CANDIDATE FOR ALDERMAN From the Fifth Ward Tho. West, the well known Liveryman is a Candidate for Council, representing the Fourth Ward, and deserves the support of the Negro voters, as he has always been partial to their interest. Mr. West has been a resident of Fifth Ward 18 years. He is practical, conservative and if elected will work for the interest of the people and city. Tho. West, the well known Liveryman is a Candidate for Council, representing the Fourth Ward, and deserves the support of the Negro voters, as he has always been partial to their interest. Mr. West has been a resident of Fifth Ward 18 years. He is practical, conservative and if elected will work for the interest of the people and city. and city. John H. Wickliffe JOHN H. WICKLIFF'S GINGER BAND. The Twin City Entertainers will again present to their patrons, the famous Wickliffe's Ginger Band at their dance on June 19 at Union Temple Hall. They made a big hit at their last appearance and every body wants to hear their choice music and enjoy the dance. You are invited. Admission 35 cents.—(Advertisement.) Political Advertisement. Inserted by Corning Adv. Agency for F. B. Kellog, for which $1.00 per inch is to be paid. Advertisement. Inserted by Corning Adv. Agency og, for which $1.00 per inch is to be paid. Political Advertisement. Inserted by Corning Adv. Agency for F. B. Kellog, for which $1.00 per inch is to be paid. A BIG MAN FOR A BIG JOB A home grown product. A farmer boy who educated himself. Ability and hard work made him a national leader in the legal profession. As the people's lawyer in trust prosecutions, he won decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court which, if enforced by the government at the present time, would greatly help small business men and farmers and insure equality of opportunity for all. He is guaranteed to the voters by Minnesota's leading country newspapers. He stands for PROTECTION of Uncle Sam, of agriculture, of labor, and of business. He is on the square and has the welfare of the people at heart. Let's send a real statesman to Washington. KELLOGG This ad prepared and paid for by Lundeen at the rate of $8.00 per in EHNEST LUNDEEN FOR CONGRESS. 5th Congressional District. AMERICA FIRST ABSOLUTE NEUTRALITY. This ad prepared and paid for by E. V. Cooper in behalf of Ernest Lundeen at the rate of $8.00 per in-sertion. Elected Delegate to Represent the Fifth Congressional District in Republican National Convention 1916. Served as U. S. Volunteer during Spanish-American War. Served during 2 Sessions in Minnesota Legisuature 1910-14. Author of the following laws and many others: **Increase in value of human life from $5,00 to $7,500; it gives large sums to widows and orphans when most needed.** **State Insurance on public buildings; it saves the state over half a million.** **Presidential Primaries; it eliminates the boss from national conventions.** **Purchasing department for Minneapolis; it has saved the city over $500,000 during 1913'14'15.** The representative who saw every plank in his platform enacted into law. If you want to own a home in 1916 See McDew NOW! He has some good bargains. Now is the time The Cut Rate Grocery Store is conducted entirely by Negroes. See their Ad and patronize them! Send all matter by mail or deliver it in person. A stamp will bring it to our immediate attention. READ THE STAR, ITS NEWSY --- 1 PETER H. BURKE THOMAS E. WEST at their last appearance and everybody wants to hear their choice music and enjoy the dance. You are invited. Admission 35 cents.. —(Advertisement.) C. W. The Man Who Does Things. Sunday Services, 11:00 A. M. Preaching 12:30 P. M. Church Class 1:15 P. M. Sunday School 6:45 P. M. Allen C. E. League 8:00 P. M. Preaching. Prayermeeting every Thursday evening, 8 o'clock. FINEST ESTABLISHMENT OF ITS KIND IN THE UNITED STATES. Twenty Elegant Steam Heated, Elec- tric Lighted Rooms. Free Bath. Rates Reasonable. Lobby, Reading and Lounging Room, Buffet and Grill Room, Billiard Room, Dining Room, and bath, Private Dining and Recep- tion Room for Ladies. 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.....23c 100 lbs. Sugar.....$8.95 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 Pure Hog Lard, 1 lb.....17c Fresh Eggs, 1 doz.....22c 2 doz for.....38c Best Country Butter.....lb. 35c 1 Bag Salt, reg. 5c.....4c Creametts, Macaroni or Spagetti Reg. 10c packages—3 for.....25c P. J. Buford & W. W. Humphrey 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, Chaplin. Wm. M. Jenkins, Counselor. Hezekiah Allen, Chairman of Membership Committee. THE GLEANERS CLUB. Officers for 1916. 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 CRECENT 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. NEW FLATS FOR RENT. To first-class colored people. Four apartments, brand new. 5 rooms and bath. Reasonable rent, entirely modern. Call Colfax 1150. FOR RENT—1 ground floor flat. Hardwood floors, bath, sun parlor, electric light and gas. Apply J. S. Wright, 2737 11th Ave. So. NEGRO LABORERS WANTED. WANTED—Negro Laborers for U. S. Steel Corporation at Duluth, Minn. Salary $3.00 per day. Write R. C. McCullough, 611 Columbia Bldg., Duluth, Minn. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION 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. 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 De AMES LODGE NO. 106, I. B. P. O. E. W. Meets in the Knox Bldg. th St. and 8th Ave. So. the 2nd and 4th Tues- days of each month, at 130 P. M.. All Elks in good 4th St. and 8th Ave. So. the 2nd and 4th Tues- days of each month, at 8:30 P. M.. 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. Come! 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. 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. B. M. McDEW, 802 Sykes Block. N. W. Nic. 621 Minneapolis RESTAURANT AND ROOMS MRS. D. L. RODGERS 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 accom- modated call her up. South 2164. MILES ETHRIDGE, Prop. BEST MEALS IN THE CITY Dan Williams THE TWIN CITY STAR... Defective Pag fective Page PETER H. BURKE J. O. PETERSON. THE SOUTH SIDE DRUGGIST. J. O. Peterson, the popular druggist at Seven Corners has on file the prescriptions of the Segerstrom Drug Store, which is closed. The record of all Segerstrom prescriptions are at Peterson's and can be filled on request. Mr. Peterson has moved to a temporary building on Cedar Ave., opposite his old store. He will erect a building costing $110,000—in which he will establish the largest drug store in the city, and he will continue to serve his Negro patrons as he has done in the past.—Advertisement. Political Advertisement. Inserted by John Peterson, for which $1.00 per inch is to be paid. 4 JOHN PETERSON, Alderman of Sixth Ward, Candidate for Re-Nomination. A FEW THINGS ACCOM- PLISHED. 1st Eight-hour day for the Gas Company's employees. 4th Introduced and caused passage of several ordinances providing for better street car service. 5th Introduced resolution calling for the erection of the Riverside Baths. 6th Caused the passage of an Enabling Act authorizing the city council to purchase public utilities and followed it up by submitting an ordinance to the voters at the last election providing for City Ice Plant and introduced an ordinance for the purchase of the Street Railway Plant. 7th Started a measure for old age pension for the city laborers. 8th Led the fight against a scheme fostered by the Street Railway Co. for a new franchise without submitting the same to the voters. 9th Has secured larger ward fund without increasing ward levy. 10th Worked hard for track depression of the Milwaukee Road, and also for the proposed bridge across the river. 11th Come to our meetings and find out further what I have done and will do if I am elected. Has always served the best interest of all citizens, regardless of race, religion or nationality, and solicits your vote. J. B. Candidate for Legislature, 31st District, Including 5th and 6th Wards. Member of Legislature sessions of 1901, 1905, 1911, and the two extra sessions. 4 MAYOR WALLACE G. NYE, The City of Minneapolis, with its 350,000 inhabitants has been honored in the past $3\frac{1}{2}$ years by having for the chief executive the honorable Wallace G. Nye. To govern a city of this size is no small matter; to please every one is beyond human possibilities, no matter how fairly and adroitly he may have managed the affairs of the city we expect some dissatisfaction. However; I believe the majority of the fair and liberal minded public will agree, that we have, during Mayor Nye's tenure of office; enjoyed a sane and fair management of municipal affairs. He has been the people's Mayor in words, deeds, and actions. The most insignificant citizen, irrespective of nationality or political affiliation, can always secure an audience with Mayor Nye, and be assured just and affable treatment. Mayor Nye took the most drastic stand against the showing the film "The Birth of a Nation," his condemnations of this picture was greater than any mayor 6TH AVENUE Political Advertisement Prepared and inserted by Louis Winthrop for which $5.00 is to be paid. Louis Winthrop Candidate for MAYOR 1. Municipal ownership of public Utilities. 2. Strong Police force for protection of citizens. 3. Strict Economy and Lower Taxes. 4. Common Sense Policy toward Liquor Traffic. PETER H. THOMAS KNEELAND for JUSTICE SUPREME COURT Practiced law in State 36 years, member of Legislature 8 years. Always fair. ADVERTISE HERE - IT PAYS. THE TWIN CITY STAR Candidate for Re-Election in the U. S. until the public clamored for it, and then in fairness to all he permitted a board composed of 100 citizens to censor the picture; out of 100 citizens 97 voted for the picture to be shown, although previously unfavorably censored by Mayor Nye and which proved a financial fiasco to the local promoters. The picture, though absurd and untrue, caused us to experience no ill effect for its having been shown. We should not want special favors at the expense of others; all we should desire is just what Mayor Nye has attempted to accord us—impartial treatment, and an enjoyment of our civil and human righs. As was said of the immortal Lincoln, Mayor Nye "Wears honor without pride, and wields power without oppression." A vote for Mayor Nye means a vote for a continuance of living in a conservative, well governed and prosperous City. Hamlet B. Rowe. R SOUTH SIDE FRIEND J. T. DAHL Candidate for Nomination ALDERMAN 1920 P.O. LOUIS WINTHROP SEN. MOSES E. CLAPP. Sen. Moses E. Clapp has filed for re-nomination for U. S. Senator. The activities of Sen. Clapp in behalf of the Negro citizens are universally rights. He tore down the segregation signs in Washington and went on record as the protector of a persecuted people. We know that our people are informed of his great work in their behalf, but we remind them that they may not be ungrateful. Warren F. Barr, an ex-member of the City Council will come back. He much to make the suburban section of this city the models of road improvement. Mr. Barr stands for the improved methods for paving, lighting, sewerage and transportation. He is interested in adequate schools, libraries and play-grounds. He believes in equality for all citizens. A vote for him means—a progressive city. 6th WARD 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 Solicits You Patronage. SPECIAL SAMPLE SHOES. POPULAR PRICED SHOE REPAIRING. WE FIX 'EM WHILE YOU WAIT. Men's Sewed Soles ..... 750 Ladies Sewed Soles ..... 650 Men's Nailed Soles ..... 50 and 600 Rubber Heels, ..... 400 Ladies' and Boys' nailed soles ..... 400 SEVEN CORNERS SHOE REPAIR SHOP 1424 Washington Avenue South. Office, Nlc. 1963 Res. Colfax 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. --- On account of the backward season, and having a good assortment of Spring and Summer SUITINGS AND OVERCOATINGS on hand, we will start our $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. M TAILORS AN 21 So. THANN'S 122 EAST THIRD ST. PAU HOTEL A Headquarter R. N TRAVIS, Prop. Walter ELEGANT FUR CAFE OPEN A Phones.: Buffet Cedar 6245 Tri-State 2262 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 KEYSTONE BUFFET FOR LADIES Music Every Day F 1313 Wa Kidd Mitchell, Prop. LADIES SPECIALLY WORKING-MEN'S SOCIAL CLUB FOR MEN ONLY 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. 244 3RD AVE. S. MINNEAPOLIS 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 mesages of encouragement to club leaders 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. MERCANTILE CO. BED FURRIERS. 6th St. BUFFET BED STREET L, MINN. CAFE BED STREET Servers of A, Porters and Theatrical Folk FINISHED ROOMS ATT ALL HOURS Hotel and Cafe Phone: Cedar 9088 Souvenirs for Ladies every Wednesday afternoon and Evening ET and CLUB CAFE' & GENTLEMEN From 2 P. M. to 11 P. M. Sth. Ave. South MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. INVITED EVERY DAY. 1921 Republican Candidate for Lieutenant Governor. James A. Peterson of Minneapolis is a candidate for the Republican Nomination for Lieut. Governor. He is a native of Wisconsin and a lawyer of recognized ability. He has practiced law in Minneapolis nearly 30 years. Mr. Peterson has always shown his friendship for the Negro race. He has not objected to them residing in respectable localities if they are respectable. He does not believe in segregation or racial discrimination, and is an advocate for "Equal rights for all." Atty. Peterson was one of the candidates for Governor in 1914. He did not get the nomination, but supported Hon. W. E. Lee, the nominee of the Republican party. He recently withdrew from the field of candidates for Governor, and sought the position of Lieut. Gov. This is a most important position, requiring executive ability and integrity. Ex. Gov. Eberhart and our present Gov. Burnquist, were called to the executive chair to fill unexpired terms, and it is important that the people of Minnesota elect as Lieut. Governor a man, able to fill the highest office. Hon. James A. Peterson is the logical candidate for the position he seeks. He knows the resources, needs, and opportunities of Minnesota and as presiding officer of the Senate; he would maintain, that harmonious organization necessary for the advancement of Minnesota's interests, regardless of party lines, mindful of the progress of our great State and his duty as a citizen. $5,000 in Cash and Premium Awards to Women, Men, Girls, Boys, Societies and Churches for distributing the Printed Key, and the ANTIRACE 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.) SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION WANTS THE TWIN CITY STAR PUBLSHED EVERY FRIDAY BY CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 305—So. Fifth Street. Minneapolis, Minnesota. Entered in the Post Office at Minneapolis as second class matter. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION MINNESOTA EDITORIAL ASSN. To Subscribe Is To Pay. Subscription by Mall, Postpaid. ONE YEAR ..... $2.00 SIX MONTHS ..... 1.00 THREE MONTHS ..... .65 Hamlet B. Rowe, Local Agent. ADVERTISING RATES. One Inch—1 Insertion—One Dollar. Liberal discount given on 3, 6, 9, Months, or 1 year contracta. Want Ads .....Twenty-five Cents Reading Notices, per line, Five Cents Wedding Announcements, Fifty Cents Card of Thanks .....One Dollar; In 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 305 S. 5th St. Minneapolis, Minnesota. OUR NEW NUMBER The Star Phone is Hyland 5586. Cong. Geo. R. Smith is in the city. He has a big fight for re-nomination. He has been a good Congressman—has stood for our rights at all times. He will get the Negro vote. Now that he needs our support, let us rally to his aid in time of need. THE MAN WE WANT. Ex. Speaker Henry Rines will be the choice of the people of Minnesota for State Treasurer. He is a true type of American citizenship—a personal friend of the Twin City Star and a man who will give a good account of the State's money. Remember and vote for Henry Rines for State Treasurer on the Republican ticket. NYE—NOT WANTED. The Club element is for Mayor Nye. We admire their loyalty. But the constructive element of Negro citizens have declared vengeance on him. They remember his activities in favor of "The Birth of a Nation"—and realize that he has done NOTHING towards the recognition of the Negro voters, (and they elected him in 1912) except dispense club toleration as political patronage, and that with special privilege to some without consideration for all. The slogan of the majority of Negroes is "Anybody but Nye"—and they will support his opponent, if he is nominated. Mr. Langum will get a big vote and Mr. Van Lear has loyal supporters, who stood by him in 1912. Mr. Nye has done more to hinder the progress of Negroes than any other Mayor of this city. He has figured the cost—and must await the count. Mr. H. W. Libby of Winona seeks to return to the Legislature upon this platform, which he announces "I am in favor of a fair chance and square deal for every man, woman and child; and the enactment of State Laws accordingly. Mr. Libby is a fine man and at all times puts in practice the principles of this platform. Mr. Ernest Lundeen is again a candidate for Congress, in opposition to Hon. Geo. R. Smith. He will make a great showing, because of his former campaigns. He is our comrade and a clean cut young man. Hon. John G. Lennon was defeated for the Senate two years ago, when he opposed E. J. Westlake, because of the speeches and writings of Chas. Sumner Smith, who believed that Mr. Westlake was "all right" — but WESTLAKE has proved FALSE to his Negro friends. Had we elected Mr. Lennon, we would have done better. Let us return him to the lower House, where he always championed our cause. We need him there and must return him—and we are going to remove the negligent Senator in 1918 and put a better man in his place. Hon. W. L. Washburn and Hon. J. G. Lennon are our candidates for Legislature from 31st District. They have represented the people before, and deserve every consideration. READ THE STAR-ITS NEWS! SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Political Advertisement prepared for Geo. R. Smith for which $1.00 per inch is to be paid. 4. EAST He has stood on the firing line in the fight against segregation of Negro employees in government service at Washington, and has attacked all proposed legislation denying Negroes their civil rights. His record in Congress warrants his return. CONVENTION NOTES. Rain! Rain!! Rain!!! The National Conventions of the Republican and Progressive Parties convened on June 7th at Chicago. There was much activity and interest at the Coliseum where the Republican Committee on Credentials were hearing the many contests. Three delegations from Washington D. C., each including a white and Negro delegate were thrown out and the District left without a National Committeeman. R. R. Church Jr., was seated as Delegate at large from Tennessee after a spirited contest. Mr. Church has been chosen as leader of his race in his state. Hon. J. Madison Vance of the old guard is still the beau brummel among the delegates. He sits silently around and smiles, but is always ready to respond, with intelligent information and sound advice in eloquent language on any political question. A meeting of representative citizens and delegates was held at Appomatox Club. A plank, making "Lynching a Federal Crime" was drafted and presented to the Committee on Rules of the Republicans and Progressives. The Republicans, on motion of Sen. Borah, placed it on the table, where it remained. The progressives adopted it. Delegate John M. Royall, of N. Y., appeared before the rules committee and Chas. Sumner Smith was assured that it would be placed in the platform. Prof. A. B. Hart of Harvard and Dr. Joel E. Spingarn of New York, were delegates of the Progressive Party. Many former office holders and leading Negroes were denied tickets to the Republican Convention, and due courtesy was not tendered Hon. John M. Lynch, a former temporary chairman of a National Convention. Nels Crews made a grand speech nominating Col. Roosevelt, and received most of his applause from the gallery. J. W. Martin and W. F. Allen of Baltimore, T. Clay Moore, Delegate at Large from Tennessee, Atty. Alex. H. Martin, Cleveland, O., Rev. W. H. Mixon, Selma, Ala., and John M. Royall, New York City were among the Progressive Party delegates. Editor Smith of the Twin City Star occupied a press box and has a full report of the convention proceedings. Hon. Chas. W. Anderson of New York was a Republican alternate at large from New York. He was the principal speaker at the presentation of service medals to the Eight Regiment. Mr. Anderson was accompanied by his wife. Cole and Catlin was the mecca of the visitors, and Cap't Frye, formerly of the Keystone, was greatly THE TWIN CITY STAR ed for Geo. R. Smith for which GEO. R. SMITH, RE-NOMINATION. line in the fight against segrega- vernment service at Washington, islation denying Negroes their civil s warrants his return. responsible for it. Geo. Holt's places were crowded and Teenan Jones' Cabaret was a drawing card, on account of the high class entertainment of Crump and his girls. PHIL H. BROWN. Phil. H. Brown had charge of the Kentucky election. He controlled the delegation and elected the National Committeeman. His able lieutenant, Atty. Robinson, of Hopkinsville, served him well and they put Kentucky on record as being the leading state, where Negroes demand and received recognition, because of their manly stand upon their actual right of suffrage. Messrs. Chas. Pickett and W. T. Ferguson were in charge of the Weeks headquarters at the Congress Hotel. Ernest Tidrington, Capt. R. A. Boyd of Springfield, Editor Knox of the Freeman, Rev. C. J. Leonard, and Editor Gurley Brewer of the World, were conspicuous among the Indiana representatives. Thomas Bass, the noted horseman of Mexico, Mo., spent several days attending the convention and arranging the program of the coming Chicago Horse Show. Maj. R. R. Jackson was the bureau of information to all visitors and was the whole entertainment committee. Alderman DePriest, Atty's. B. F. Mosely, E. H. Wright, Geo. W. Ellis, Louis B. Anderson and everybody else in Chicago did their best to entertain the visitors. The banquet at Teenan Jones' Elite No. 2, was the largest array of Negro intelligence and power ever assembled. David and Joshua Crawford, and Monroe Mason, Republican delegates from Boston, were strong for Weeks. Dr. J. R. A. Crossland, Atty's Houston and Calloway, and Editor Nels Crews were among the prominent Missourians. The Negro Democrats of National standing were conspicuously absent. The Georgians, led by Hon. H. Lincoln Johnson, were very active—but not so much so as in the old "office holding" days. Editor Abbott and his efficient staff-writer Cary B. Lewis of The Defender and Editor Ray of The Idea extended The Star many courtesies, and gave us favorable mention, for which we return thanks. The Society Ladies Minstrel at the Pekin Theatre and Reception to the delegates at Entertainers hall and Eight Regiment Ball were the social functions which were well attended. The Negro Press was well represented. A press seat was granted the Negro Press Assn. after a strenuous fight. Those present were, Pres. Chris. Perry of Phila, Secy. H. A. Boyd of Nashville, Emmet J. Scott of Tuskegee, Jos. L. Jones of Cincinnati, Nick Chiles of Topeka, Benj. Davis of Atlanta, J. Findley Wilson of the Washington Eagle—(who made the call for a meeting of representative citizens at Chicago), Mrs. Victoria Clay-Haley, the leading suffragette, Geo. W. Harris of New York News, and Editors Knox, Brewer, Chase, Crews, and many others. ```markdown ``` HENRY RINES Candidate for the Republican Nomination for State Treasurer. Mr. Rines has been in public life many years and has a legislative record which has won him many friends and acquainted with the interests of the people. He was county auditor of Kanabee county for ten years, after which he served eight years in the legislature, being Speaker of the House in the 1913 session and made an unusual record as an efficient and economical public official. He was recently elected a district delegate to the Republican National convention by a large majority. Two years ago he was a candidate for state auditor and came within a few hundred votes of receiving the nomination against one of the strongest men of the state. His long public service has made Mr. Rines thoroughly familiar with state government and he is well equipped, both by training and character, to fill the office of state treasurer. The more important laws of which Mr. Rines was the author are: The five per cent gross earnings tax law, which is now producing annually over one million dollars additional revenue for the state; the act repealing the old mineral lease law, which the late Gov. Johnson stated in a campaign speech would save the state school funds millions of dollars. Mr. Rines is a resident of Mora, Kanabec county, and has lived in this state 43 years. He is married and has a family. BUSINESS LEAGUE TO MEET AT KANSAS CITY, MO., AUG. 16 Executive Committee of National Body Accepts Local League's Invitation. After a most careful consideration of the several invitations received from different sections of the country for the next meeting of the National Negro Business league we are authorized by the members of the executive committee to announce that the league has decided to accept the invitation extended by the Local Negro Business league of Greater Kansas City, Mo. The meeting will be held Aug. 16, 17 and 18. It appears that the Business league has selected a most opportune time to hold its meeting in Kansas City, for, as Mr. Fortune J. Weaver, president of the Kansas City Local league, says, these dates fit in just right, as the Masons will hold their grand lodge in Kansas City during the second week of August, and the National Medical association comes during the fourth week. These two meetings, in addition to the Business league session, will offer the best possible inducements to railroads to make special reduced fares and will afford delegates to the grand lodge and the Medical association an opportunity to attend some of the sessions of the Business league. The executive committee has also decided that it will be most appropriate and fitting that the first night's session (Aug. 16) be devoted to memorial exercises in honor of Dr. Booker T. Washington, founder and first president of the National Negro Business league. Further announcements regarding the forthcoming meeting of the National Negro Business league will be made from time to time through the press and by the officials of the league. ADVERTISE HERE — IT PAYS. Our advice ZUMALWEISS THE BETTER BEER You are sure of appreciation from anyone to whom you recommend it. Pool and Billiards GIBSON AND VANGY PROPRIETORS. A COMPLETE LINE OF CIGARS AND TOBACCO. A. E. H. MME. G. J. WALKER. 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While the Postal Savings System has already proved a signal success as is shown by the fact that more than half-a million depositors have over eighty million dollars standing to their credit, still it has fallen far short of meeting the full demands of the public because of the restrictions which have now been eliminated. Postmaster General Burleson and Third Assista-a modification of the limitations and ant Postmaster General Dockery have been tireless in their efforts to secure the new liberalizing legislation is particularly gratifying to them. E. A. PURDY, Postmaster. John G. Yancy MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. HOLLYWOOD LAGER The Leading Bottle Beer Brewery and Tet- air on woods. emon- AGT. ing ion O. NN Handshake Defective