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DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST. PAUL VOL. 6 Single Copies 5 Cents MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. JULY 29, 1916. No. 24 HEROIC WORKER'S PLEA FOR PEACE Division In National Baptist Convention Is Serious. LEADERS SHOULD CONFER. Prominent Member of the Woman's Auxiliary Convention Calls Upon Warring Factions to Stack Their Arms-Attack on Miss N. H. Burroughs is Not Supported by Facts. The peace movement having for its object the reuniting of the two divisions of the national Baptist convention continues to gain adherents and able advocates. A prominent worker for Baptist advance recently gave the following opinion of the present situation in view of the fact that each of the two separate bodies has called the annual meeting for the same date. The opinion says: "The thinking people of the national Baptist convention anticipate grave complications in view of the separate meetings of the organization coming out of the excitement which sprang up within the ranks at Chicago in 1915. "Before this break there had been created a feeling of suspicion, and it seemed that our leaders who were there at the head could not prevent the die from being cast. "The leaders are, or call themselves, God's messengers. They should stop and steady the army. Men and women have an influence for good or evil. Why not use the good now and save the honor and dignity of the Baptist organization? "The situation as a whole is full of grave uncertainties because President E. C. Morris and R. H. Boyd will not come together and settle a personal difference. Why should a personal matter bring dishonor and ruin to so large and well established an organization as the national Baptist convention? "Our leaders should think for the good of the race. What have we, as Baptists, but our national publishing house at Nashville, the national training school at Washington, presided over by that strong Christian woman of our race, Miss Burroughs, of whom any other race or denomination would be proud? Now, we can still achieve victory and bring about peace, but the whole situation for peace is in the hands of two men. We have every confidence that these two leaders are anxious to make all possible preparation against an overthrow of so grand a work. They should do the superior thing—get together, call a special meeting and try to bring peace out of confusion. "As a member of the women's work auxiliary of the N. B. C., I, the writer of this article, say to the women, 'Let us get together; let nothing move us.' I read an open letter not long ago, written by that good man, S. K. Williams of Texas. It was a forecast, he said, of the disposition of Miss Burroughs to encourage the meeting of the women entirely independent of the men. I am sure that this Christian woman's heart is in the work, and she has made every sacrifice to make the work a success and would do nothing to cause a division. "The women are entirely together. Their division depends, not on Miss Burroughs, but on the action of the men. It would be most unjust if Miss Burroughs' attitude was misinterpreted. In the peace movement she put forth emphatically that our financial, spiritual and racial welfare depended entirely on thoroughgoing unity. "If the critics could but visit Washington and see the wonderful work which has been wrought there in six years by Miss Burroughs they would be astonished. Some work for honor, others for salary, but she who is being attacked by persons who are in every way her inferiors works hard and unremittingly without receiving adequate salary or sympathy. While in Washington recently on a visit I saw Miss Burroughs, head of the school, go down in the woods with a pickax and dig up a stump which, with the help of three girls, she brought up the hill to be used in beautifying the grounds. This is real service—service of the heart, service that knows no thought of self, but puts above all the love of a cause and of a race. This is but one case of her many sacrifices. "Mr. Boyd has spent the best of his life, has made a great sacrifice of personal means and has contributed much of his constructive and upbuilding personality to making the work of the national Baptist publishing house what it is—just as Miss Bur- ive Page boughs has made the national training school what it is through her heroic efforts and spending both her means and her personality in its behalf. "The Baptists made it possible for Mr. Boyd to achieve all his success. just as the friends of Miss Burroughs has made it possible for the national training school to achieve the standard it now holds. How can Mr. Boyd claim as his own that which he held in trust as property of the national Baptist convention and of which he was but the paid steward? Why does not Mr. Boyd present a bill for his share in the publishing house, which share can be bought by the national Baptist convention? Why does not Mr. Morris in bigness of heart step down and be a follower if he is the bone of contention?" HAMPTON SUMMER SCHOOL ENDS SUCCESSFUL SESSION Many Teachers Hear Series of Lectures by Dr. George E. Haynes. Hampton, Va.—The summer school at Hampton institute has closed one of its most successful sessions. The attendance was larger than it was in 1915. All the southern states had large representations among the teachers, and there was a considerable number from other sections. North Carolina had the largest number, there being 188 teachers from that state. Among the good things enjoyed by the teachers was a series of lectures and discussions conducted by Dr. George E. Haynes, executive secretary of the National League on Urban Conditions Among Colored People, and professor of social science at Fisk university. These lectures attracted much attention and favorable comment from all sides. This course of lectures discussed the causes of and methods to check migration of colored people from the country to the city, occupations and wages and how to organize Negro occupations for improving efficiency and wages. The course included also discussions of tuberculosis, hookworm and typhoid fever in their connection with low wages, low grade of industrial intelligence and low standards of living among colored people. Through the whole series of lectures Dr. Haynes made application of the information to actual conditions in rural and city localities where teachers are working. Many of the teachers conferred with the lecturer from day to day about problems in their own communities. So pleased were the teachers that at the closing lecture they tendered the speaker an enthusiastic vote of thanks and appreciation and pledged active co-operation in the community betterment movement he is leading. These lectures are a part of a plan for promoting community betterment conducted by the national and the social science department of Fisk university. Similar lectures have been given the past two summers at the Agricultural and Industrial State Normal school, Nashville, Tenn.; the Florida State Agricultural and Mechanical college, the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute, Virginia Union university and at the West Virginia Collegiate institute summer school. TIMELY ADVICE TO WOMEN. Mrs. Lawton Discusses the Importance of Good Home Training. In her annual address to the Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs, held recently at Poughkeepsie, Mrs. M. C. Lawton, president, in part said: "Our women have discovered the pivotal point of all racial life—the home, the seat of government from which all others must emanate. "Good homes make good girls; good girls, good women; good women a righteous nation. The greatest clog in the wheel of human progress today is the lack of home training. "If we, as mothers, would spend half the time teaching our children the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man that we do in teaching them race antipathies our homes would be towers of strength and our government a stalwart bulwark of justice. The colored women have before them through their club work an opportunity to teach the world that there is neither time nor place in its history for racial hostilities; that the right to avenge wrong belongs wholly to God. "We live in an age when the world is humming and buzzing with live issues, issues which touch the lives of every nationality, and we realize that what affects one race, whether it be a tenth or a whole, whether economically, morally or mentally, affects the human race in its entirety. "Being cognizant of this we must strike our first bloc for the emancipation of womanhood, for no race can rise higher." SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR PEORIA'S POPULAR RACE UPLIFTER MAN OF BROAD SYMPATHIES Former Worker Among Young Men Becomes Leader In Religious and Social Service Movements—Minister of Mount Zion Baptist Church Called "Washington of the West." Peoria, Ill.—The people of Jollet and Peoria, Ill., have termed the Rev. Dr. Felix A. Curtwright the "Booker T. Washington of the west." This is because of his push and energy and what he is doing to reach the unreached members of his race and make of them law abiding citizens. In this effort he has the endorsement and support of the leading people of Peoria, where he is now laboring. Following the completion of his education in Atlanta university, Atlanta, Ga., Rev. Mr. Curtwright came north in response to a call for religious work- REV. F. A. CUBTWRIGHT, D. D. ers who could deal with the problems of his race. For some time he worked in Chicago, doing general uplift and Young Men's Christian association work. In this he met with success. Hearing of a congregation of Baptists in Jollet, this state, discouraged and ready to disband, he decided to go down and see if he could encourage them and lend a helping hand. He felt that it was there God would use him. Reaching Jollet, he found a very small number of the members engaged in prayer meeting. He did not hesitate, but at once took hold. This caused the people to open their eyes, and they decided at once that he was a God sent man. They saw in him a leader of rare ability, the man just needed at that time in Jollet. It was in May, 1911, that he took charge of the church. He studied the work in all of its phases, and, finding a large indebtedness, he decided that the first thing to do was to get rid of debt, because he considered it hard to serve God when laden with debt. The building could almost be classed with the ancient ruins. It was but a short time when the indebtedness of $412 was paid, and the pastor filled the members with enthusiasm when he suggested a new building. Having the confidence of the people and having outlined to the bankers of the town and other professional and business white men his plans and what he intended to do for his people, he was told by them to go ahead, and they got behind him. He believed not alone in preparing people for eternity, but to live down here on earth. "Teach men how to live and they will have all eternity to find out about heaven," was one of his declarations. The Rev. Mr. Curtwright accepted the call to the pastorate of the Mount Zion Baptist church, Peoria, Ill., against the protest of his Joliet people, white and colored, because it was a larger field of usefulness for him and his faithful wife. He began his pastorate at Peoria in August, 1915, and so far the usual success that is common to the fidelity and integrity of a zealous pastor is evident. Already many new members have been added to the congregation, and, according to the report of the Mount Zion church at the Sunday school convention at Decatur, Ill., held recently, they averaged more than 200 a month for the last quarter. The Rev. Mr. Curtwright is a man of vision and unfiring energy. His plan now is to raise $1,500 this fall, cancel the debt against the church property and make necessary improve- ments to meet the demand of the times. He is also planning to put in operation the Booker T. Washington social center, which he has succeeded in organizing since he has been at Peoria. He is a successful pastor, social worker and financier. His social center represents the best white people of the community. His own board represents the best colored people of the community. His idea is to form a common basis upon which the two races can work together for the common good of the community. With his patience, experience and the assistance of his accomplished wife he is bound to succeed. He is broad enough to work with all denominations. He is president of a branch of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People. MEETING OF CLUBWOMEN. National Body to Hold Biennial Session at Baltimore In August. The tenth biennial meeting of the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, Mrs. Booker T. Washington president, will be held in Baltimore for five days, beginning Sunday, Aug. 6. The sessions will be held in the Bethel A. M. E. church. Clubwomen all over the country are making ready for the coming convention of enthusiastic workers for racial advancement. The slogan of the women is "On to Baltimore," their watchword is "Service," and their loyalty is centered in the efforts and ideals of their chieftain, Mrs Washington. Miss Anna Jones of Kansas City, Mo., is chairman of the program committee. She is working zealously to have the best program since the inception of the organization. There will be an interesting symposium on woman suffrage, and there will be representatives from several of our national bodies who will make reports—namely, the National League on Urban Conditions, the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People, per W. Butler Wilson, Esq.; the Young Women's Christian association, per Misses Bowles and Pinyon, and the Women's Christian Temperance union. Other features of the program will be a report by Mrs. Mary B. Talbert of Buffalo, vice president at large, on her transcontinental trip, when in eleven states she delivered a thrilling message to the women of our race. The following named persons are among the notables who are to be heard at the coming meeting: Mrs. Joanna Snowden Porter, Chicago; Mrs. Eva Monroe, Illinois; Mrs. M. C. Lawton; Mrs. Alice M. Dunbar, Delaware; Mrs. Gertude Ball, Lexington, Ky.; Mrs. D. M. Butler, Mississippi; Mrs. Norris Clarke, Virginia; Mr. W. T. Johnson, Virginia; Mrs. L. A. Moorer, South Carolina; Mrs. Lizzie B. Fouse, Kentucky; Mrs. Dean Jackson, Rhode Island; Mrs. Lillian Bagnall, Michigan; Mrs. S. W. Layton, Pennsylvania; Mrs. Lena Harris, Pennsylvania; Miss M. A. Powell, Wisconsin; Mrs. Ethelyn Collins, Ohio; Miss Judith Horton, Oklahoma; Miss C. N. Doge, California; Miss L. C. Snowden, Kentucky; Mrs. Woodland, Texas; Mrs. R. L. Smith, Texas, and Mrs. J. M. Arter, West Virginia. Mrs. W. T. Francis of St. Paul is chairman of the publicity committee. MRS. SUSAN H. BERRY DIES. Wife of L. H. Berry Passes Away in Governors Island, New York. Mrs. Susan H. Berry, wife of Lewis H. Berry of Governors Island, N. Y., died on Wednesday, July 19, after a critical illness of two weeks. Mrs. Berry had not been well for several years, but was not confined to her bed for long intervals. The deceased was native born in South Carolina, but had lived in Philadelphia and New York for upward of thirty years with her husband, who has been in the employ of the department of the east, United States army, for a like period. Mrs. Berry was a devout Christian, a member of the Concord Baptist church and Sunday school in Brooklyn for nearly forty years, a member of the Mutual Relief society and treasurer of the Helping Hand society of the above named church, at which funeral services over her remains were held on Friday evening, July 21. The Rev. Dr. William M. Moss, pastor of the church, delivered the funeral sermon. Business Men Show Their Race Pride. Encouraging news is reported from many sections of the country on the work of the local business leagues connected with the National Negro Business league. Much enthusiasm is being manifested over the coming session of the National league, to be held at Kansas City, Mo., from Aug. 16 to 18, inclusive. This shows to a great degree the pride the race has in this great organization founded by the late Dr. Booker T. Washington. Smoke "SIGHT DRAFT" The Reliable 5c Cigar. NATIONAL EQUAL RIGHTS LEAGUE ASKS RACE TO GET TOGETHER Leaders In Work For Equal Opportunities and Protection of Colored American Citizens According to Law Suggest Holding a National Congress. Conditions Warrant Timely and Concerted Action. The Rev. Byron Gunner of Hillburn, N. Y., president of the National Equal Rights league, has issued the following call for a race congress to be held some time in September. The Rev. Mr. Gunner says: "By the authority vested in me as president of the National Equal Rights league I hereby issue this preliminary call for the ninth annual convention of said league. The matter of the exact date and place for the convention is not yet quite settled, but it is very timely and proper that there be no further delay in inviting public attention to the fact that such a convention is to be held and within the next sixty days. "It has been widely suggested in view of existing unfavorable social, civic and political conditions confronting us as a people that the National Equal Rights league invite and urge all of our people, in all sections of the country, to unite in a great national congress of colored Americans and for the special purpose of voicing the feelings and opinions of the race on those untavorable conditions now surrounding us in this country, and also to decide upon the wisest and best methods for combating color segregation and all other forms of color discrimination. "After fifty years of so called freedom in this country, what is the prevailing condition of our colored American population? Briefly stated it is this: Our civil rights have been rendered almost futile; we are shamefully curtalled politically; we are denied equality before the law; we are not allowed equal industrial opportunities; our property and our very lives are not at all secure. "The black horrors of lynching innocent colored Americans continue unabated, while our federal government's indifference toward all these injustices is but little less than the nullification of our great war amendments. Throughout the southland, and to more or less extent in the north, the increasing millions of our fellow colored Americans are being more and more reduced to the pittable condition of political serfs and social outcasts. "If such conditions do not stir our souls and our blood, what under heaven can do it? Do not the industrial opportunities denied us, the freedom of speech and of the press not allowed, the civic and political rights taken from us, give sufficient ground and reason for the calling of such a national congress of colored Americans as is herein suggested? 'In this fierce era of controversy and bloodshed' can we be unmoved? "While the whole world is wide awake socially and politically, shall we sleep? While all other classes and races are on the verge of social and political revolutions, shall we be indifferent? Since all other groups of oppressed people are in the stir and rush of agitation, is it not high time that we should at least begin to get on the move?" "The south is still in the saddle at our national capital, rushing headlong with a most reckless disregard for the feelings and rights of ten millions of loyal, but oppressed colored Americans. "Therefore, let us get together in a great national congress and ding to the whole wide world the full story of our grievances and of our earnest demands for justice and fair play. "Let all our religious, educational, social and political leaders among us heed this call. Let all of our great religious organizations and lodges and benevolent societies begin now to plan Baptists to Meet at Kansas City, Me. The National Baptist convention, of which the Rev. Dr. E. P. Jones of Vicksburg, Miss., is president, will hold its annual meeting at Kansas City, Mo., for six days, beginning Wednesday. Sept. 6. The executive committee meets in Vicksburg, Miss., June 14 to arrange the program for the Kansas City meeting. No,24 to be represented in this proposed congress. "By so doing we cannot fail to produce a powerful effect on the public mind that will greatly help us in our struggle for justice and freedom. "This congress will be independent and wider than any present organization. Its deliberations will not be under the Equal Rights league, which will meet in conjunction. Faithfully yours, BYRON GUNNER, "President of the National Equal Rights league; "WILLIAM MONROE TROTTER, "Corresponding Secretary." J. HENRY SHERWOOD. ARDENT MASONIC WORKER. How J. H. Sherwood is Winning His Spurs on Merit. Jose Henry Sherwood, well known in Masonic circles in this and many other sections of the country, is a native of Macon, Go., where he received the rudiments of his education. Upon leaving the far South, young Sherwood located in St. Louis for about five years and took up his residence in St. Paul in 1895, and for thirteen years has been a clerk in the Post Office. His activities in religious circles have centered in the Protestant Episcopal Church. For some time he was lay reader in charge of the St. Philips Mission. He was initiated in Triangle Lodge No. 53, F. A. A. M., West Superior, Wis., Jurisdiction of Illinois, 1895. Admitted into Perfect Ashlar Lodge No. 4, St. Paul, a year later. Passed the Oriental chair June 24, 1902; served as Worshipful Master three years and as Secretary about ten years. He was elected Grand Secretary in 1906 and Grand Master in 1909, serving three terms. He entered the Scottish Rite June 6, 1907, and was elevated to $33^{\circ}$, May 10, 1912. Mr. Sherwood succeeded in reorganizing Fezzan Temple in St. Paul in 1908 and was appointed Potentate by the Deputy and was elected to that position the following year, after which he served two terms as Recorder and was elected Imperial Chief Rabban 1910 at Detroit, Deputy Imperial Potentate 1911 at Atlantic City, reelected at Washington in 1912, and again at Indianapolis 1913. He is High Priest of Bethel Chapter R. A. M., and Grand Generalissimo of the Grand Commandery of Missouri, this being his second term. Noble Sherwood has been in many movements in his city during the past ten years that pointed toward the betterment of his people. He is intensely proud of the past as well as present achievements of his race and has great faith in its future. Young, energetic and ambitious, Mr. Sherwood is always working for the interests of Freemasonry, Shrinedom and the Negro. He is an active worker for the Association for the Advancement of Colored People.—The Recorder. OUR BACK NUMBER COPIES. Agents are requested to return all unsold copies. We send them to several schools in the Southland, where the young Negro boys and girls may read them. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST.PAUL HEROIC WORKER'S PLEA FOR PEACE LEADERS SHOULD CONFER Prominent Member of the Woman's Auxiliary Convention Calls Upon Warring Factions to Stack Their Arms—Attack on Miss N. H. Burroughs Is Not Supported by Facts. The peace movement having for its object the reuniting of the two divisions of the national Baptist convention continues to gain adherents and able advocates. A prominent worker for Baptist advance recently gave the following opinion of the present situation in view of the fact that each of the two separate bodies has called the annual meeting for the same date. The opinion says: "The thinking people of the national Baptist convention anticipate grave complications in view of the separate meetings of the organization coming out of the excitement which sprang up within the ranks at Chicago in 1915. "Before this break there had been created a feeling of suspicion, and it seemed that our leaders who were there at the head could not prevent the die from being cast. "The leaders are, or call themselves, God's messengers. They should stop and steady the army. Men and women have an influence for good or evil. Why not use the good now and save the honor and dignity of the Baptist organization? "The situation as a whole is full of grave uncertainties because President E. C. Morris and R. H. Boyd will not come together and settle a personal difference. Why should a personal matter bring dishonor and ruin to so large and well established an organization as the national Baptist convention? "Our leaders should think for the good of the race. What have we. as Baptists, but our national publishing house at Nashville, the national training school at Washington, presided over by that strong Christian woman of our race, Miss Burroughs, of whom any other race or denomination would be proud? Now, we can still achieve victory and bring about peace, but the whole situation for peace is in the hands of two men. We have every confidence that these two leaders are anxious to make all possible preparation against an overthrow of so grand a work. They should do the superior thing—get together, call a special meeting and try to bring peace out of confusion. "As a member of the women's work auxiliary of the N. B. C., I, the writer of this article, say to the women, 'Let us get together; let nothing move us.' I read an open letter not long ago, written by that good man, S. K. Williams of Texas. It was a forecast, he said, of the disposition of Miss Burroughs to encourage the meeting of the women entirely independent of the men. I am sure that this Christian woman's heart is in the work, and she has made every sacrifice to make the work a success and would do nothing to cause a division. "The women are entirely together. Their division depends, not on Miss Burroughs, but on the action of the men. It would be most unjust if Miss Burroughs' attitude was misinterpreted. In the peace movement she put forth emphatically that our financial, spiritual and racial welfare depended entirely on thoroughgoing unity. "If the critics could but visit Washington and see the wonderful work which has been wrought there in six years by Miss Burroughs they would be astonished. Some work for honor, others for salary, but she who is being attacked by persons who are in every way her inferiors works hard and unremittingly without receiving adequate salary or sympathy. While in Washington recently on a visit I saw Miss Burroughs, head of the school, go down in the woods with a pickax and dig up a stump which, with the help of three girls, she brought up the hill to be used in beautifying the grounds. This is real service—service of the heart, service that knows no thought of self, but puts above all the love of a cause and of a race. This is but one case of her many sacrifices. "Mr. Boyd has spent the best of his life, has made a great sacrifice of personal means and has contributed much of his constructive and upbuilding personality to making the work of the national Baptist publishing house what it is—just as Miss Bur- ive Page VOL. 6 Single Copies 5 Cents loughs has made the national training school what it is through her heroic efforts and spending both her means and her personality in its behalf. "The Baptists made it possible for Mr. Boyd to achieve all his success. just as the friends of Miss Burroughs has made it possible for the national learning school to achieve the standard it now holds. How can Mr. Boyd claim as his own that he held in trust as property of the national Baptist convention and of which he was but the paid steward? Why does not Mr. Boyd present a bill for his share in the publishing house, which share can be bought by the national Baptist convention? Why does not Mr. Morris in bigness of heart step down and be a follower if he is the bone of contention?" HAMPTON SUMMER SCHOOL ENDS SUCCESSFUL SESSION Many Teachers Hear Series of Lectures by Dr. George E. Haynes. Hampton, Va.—The summer school at Hampton institute has closed one of its most successful sessions. The attendance was larger than it was in 1915. All the southern states had large representations among the teachers, and there was a considerable number from other sections. North Carolina had the largest number, there being 188 teachers from that state. Among the good things enjoyed by the teachers was a series of lectures and discussions conducted by Dr. George E. Haynes, executive secretary of the National League on Urban Conditions Among Colored People, and professor of social science at Fisk university. These lectures attracted much attention and favorable comment from all sides. This course of lectures discussed the causes of and methods to check migration of colored people from the country to the city, occupations and wages and how to organize Negro occupations for improving efficiency and wages. The course included also discussions of tuberculosis, hookworm and typhoid fever in their connection with low wages, low grade of industrial intelligence and low standards of living among colored people. Through the whole series of lectures Dr. Haynes made application of the information to actual conditions in rural and city localities where teachers are working. Many of the teachers conferred with the lecturer from day to day about problems in their own communities. So pleased were the teachers that at the closing lecture they tendered the speaker an enthusiastic vote of thanks and appreciation and pledged active co-operation in the community betterment movement he is leading. These lectures are a part of a plan for promoting community betterment conducted by the national and the social science department of Fisk university. Similar lectures have been given the past two summers at the Agricultural and Industrial State Normal school, Nashville, Tenn.; the Florida State Agricultural and Mechanical college, the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute, Virginia Union university and at the West Virginia Collegiate institute summer school. TIMELY ADVICE TO WOMEN. Mrs. Lawton Discusses the Importance of Good Home Training. In her annual address to the Empire State Federation of Women's Clubs, held recently at Poughkeepsie, Mrs. M. C. Lawton, president, in part said: "Our women have discovered the pivotal point of all racial life—the home, the seat of government from which all others must emanate. "Good homes make good girls; good girls, good women; good women a righteous nation. The greatest clog in the wheel of human progress today is the lack of home training. "If we, as mothers, would spend half the time teaching our children the fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man that we do in teaching them race antipathies our homes would be towers of strength and our government a stalwart bulwark of justice. The colored women have before them through their club work an opportunity to teach the world that there is neither time nor place in its history for racial hostilities; that the right to avenge wrong belongs wholly to God. "We live in an age when the world is humming and buzzy with live issues, issues which touch the lives of every nationality, and we realize that what affects one race, whether it be a tenth or a whole, whether economically, morally or mentally, affects the human race in its entirety. "Being cognizant of this, we must strike our first blow for the emancipation of womanhood, for no race can rise higher." SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. JULY 29, 1916. PEORIA'S POPULAR RACE UPLIFTER Former Worker Among Young Men Becomes Leader In Religious and Social Service Movements—Minister of Mount Zion Baptist Church Called "Washington of the West." Peoria, Ill.-The people of Joliet and Peoria, Ill., have termed the Rev. Dr. Felix A. Curtwright the "Booker T. Washington of the west." This is because of his push and energy and what he is doing to reach the unreached members of his race and make of them law abiding citizens. In this effort he has the endorsement and support of the leading people of Peoria, where he is now laboring. Following the completion of his education in Atlanta university, Atlanta, Ga., Rev. Mr. Curtwright came north in response to a call for religious work- REV. F. A. CURTWRIGHT, D. D. ers who could deal with the problems of his race. For some time he worked in Chicago, doing general uplift and Young Men's Christian association work. In this he met with success. Hearing of a congregation of Baptists in Jollet, this state, discouraged and ready to disband, he decided to go down and see if he could encourage them and lend a helping hand. He felt that it was there God would use him. Reaching Jollet, he found a very small number of the members engaged in prayer meeting. He did not hesitate, but at once took hold. This caused the people to open their eyes, and they decided at once that he was a God sent man. They saw in him a leader of rare ability, the man just needed at that time in Jollet. It was in May, 1911, that he took charge of the church. He studied the work in all of its phases, and, finding a large indebtedness, he decided that the first thing to do was to get rid of debt, because he considered it hard to serve God when laden with debt. The building could almost be classed with the ancient rulns. It was but a short time when the indebtedness of $412 was paid, and then the pastor filled the members with enthusiasm when he suggested a new building. Having the confidence of the people and having outlined to the bankers of the town and other professional and business white men his plans and what he intended to do for his people, he was told by them to go ahead, and they got behind him. He believed not alone in preparing people for eternity, but to live down here on earth. "Teach men how to live and they will have all eternity to find out about heaven," was one of his declarations. The Rev. Mr. Curtwright accepted the call to the pastorate of the Mount Zion Baptist church, Peoria, Ill., against the protest of his Joliet people, white and colored, because it was a larger field of usefulness for him and his faithful wife. He began his pastorate at Peoria in August, 1915, and so far the usual success that is common to the fidelity and integrity of a zealous pastor is evident. Already many new members have been added to the congregation, and, according to the report of the Mount Zion church at the Sunday school convention at Decatur, Ill., held recently, they averaged more than 200 a month for the last quarter. The Rev. Mr. Curtwright is a man of vision and untiring energy. His plan now is to raise $1,500 this fall, cancel the debt against the church property and make necessary improve- ments to meet the demand of the times. He is also planning to put in operation the Booker T. Washington social center, which he has succeeded in organizing since he has been at Peoria. He is a successful pastor, social worker and financier. His social center represents the best white people of the community. His own board represents the best colored people of the community. His idea is to form a common basis upon which the two races can work together for the common good of the community. With his patience, experience and the assistance of his accomplished wife he is bound to succeed. He is broad enough to work with all denominations. He is president of a branch of the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People. MEETING OF CLUBWOMEN. National Body to Hold Biennial Session at Baltimore in August. The tenth biennial meeting of the National Association of Colored Women's Clubs, Mrs. Booker T. Washington president, will be held in Baltimore for five days, beginning Sunday, Aug. 6. The sessions will be held in the Bethel A. M. E. church. Clubwomen all over the country are making ready for the coming convention of enthusiastic workers for racial advancement. The slogan of the women is "On to Baltimore," their watchword is "Service," and their loyalty is centered in the efforts and ideals of their chieftain, Mrs Washington. Miss Anna Jones of Kansas City, Mo., is chairman of the program committee. She is working zealously to have the best program since the inception of the organization. There will be an interesting symposium on woman suffrage, and there will be representatives from several of our national bodies who will make reports—namely, the National League on Urban Conditions, the National Association For the Advancement of Colored People, per W. Butler Wilson, Esq.; the Young Women's Christian association, per Misses Bowles and Plynox, and the Women's Christian Temperance union. Other features of the program will be a report by Mrs. Mary B. Talbert of Buffalo, vice president at large, on her transcontinental trip, when in eleven states she delivered a thrilling message to the women of our race. The following named persons are among the notables who are to be heard at the coming meeting: Mrs. Joanna Snowden Porter, Chicago; Mrs. Eva Monroe, Illinois; Mrs. M. C. Lawton; Mrs. Alice M. Dunbar, Delaware; Mrs. Gertrude Ball, Lexington, Ky.; Mrs. D. M. Butler, Mississippi; Mrs. Norris Clarke, Virginia; Mr. W. T. Johnson, Virginia; Mrs. L. A. Moorer, South Carolina; Mrs. Llzzie B. Fouse, Kentucky; Mrs. Dean Jackson, Rhode Island; Mrs. Lillian Bagnall, Michigan; Mrs. S. W. Layton, Pennsylvania; Mrs. Lena Harris, Pennsylvania; Miss M. A. Powell, Wisconsin; Mrs. Ethelyn Collins, Ohio; Miss Judith Horton, Oklahoma; Miss C. N. Dodge, California; Miss L. C. Snowden, Kentucky; Mrs. Woodland, Texas; Mrs. R. L. Smith, Texas, and Mrs. J. M. Arter, West Virginia. Mrs. W. T. Francis of St. Paul is chairman of the publicity committee. MRS. SUSAN H. BERRY DIES. Wife of L. H. Berry Passes Away in Governors Island, New York. Mrs. Susan H. Berry, wife of Lewis H. Berry of Governors Island, N. Y., died on Wednesday, July 10, after a critical illness of two weeks. Mrs. Berry had not been well for several years, but was not confined to her bed for long intervals. The deceased was native born in South Carolina, but had lived in Philadelphia and New York for upward of thirty years with her husband, who has been in the employ of the department of the east, United States army, for a like period. Mrs. Berry was a devout Christian, a member of the Concord Baptist church and Sunday school in Brooklyn for nearly forty years, a member of the Mutual Relief society and treasurer of the Helping Hand society of the above named church, at which funeral services over her remains were held on Friday evening, July 21. The Rev. Dr. William M. Moss, pastor of the church, delivered the funeral sermon. Business Men Show Their Race Pride. Encouraging news is reported from many sections of the country on the work of the local business leagues connected with the National Negro Business league. Much enthusiasm is being manifested over the coming session of the National league, to be held at Kansas City, Mo., from Aug. 16 to 18, inclusive. This shows to a great degree the pride the race has in this great organization founded by the late Dr. Booker T. Washington. Smoke "SIGHT DRAFT" The Reliable 5c Cigar. NATIONAL EQUAL RIGHTS LEAGUE ASKS RACE TO GET TOGETHER Leaders In Work For Equal Opportunities and Protection of Colored American Citizens According to Law Suggest Holding a National Congress. Conditions Warrant Timely and Concerted Action. The Rev. Byron Gunner of Hillburn. N. Y., president of the National Equal Rights league, has issued the following call for a race congress to be held some time in September. The Rev. Mr. Gunner says: "By the authority vested in me as president of the National Equal Rights league I hereby issue this preliminary call for the ninth annual convention of said league. The matter of the exact date and place for the convention is not yet quite settled, but it is very timely and proper that there be no further delay in inviting public attention to the fact that such a convention is to be held and within the next sixty days. "It has been widely suggested in view of existing unfavorable social, civic and political conditions confronting us as a people that the National Equal Rights league invite and urge all of our people, in all sections of the country, to unite in a great national congress of colored Americans and for the special purpose of voicing the feelings and opinions of the race on those untavorable conditions now surrounding us in this country, and also to decide upon the wisest and best methods for combating color segregation and all other forms of color discrimination. "After fifty years of so called freedom in this country, what is the prevailing condition of our colored American population? Briefly stated it is this: Our civil rights have been rendered almost futile; we are shamefully curtied politically; we are denied equality before the law; we are not allowed equal industrial opportunities; our property and our very lives are not at all secure. "The black horrors of lynching innocent colored Americans continue unabated, while our federal government's indifference toward all these injustices is but little less than the nullification of our great war amendments. Throughout the southland, and to more or less extent in the north, the increasing millions of our fellow colored Americans are being more and more reduced to the pititable condition of political serfs and social outcasts. "If such conditions do not stir our souls and our blood, what under heaven can do it? Do not the industrial opportunities denied us, the freedom of speech and of the press not allowed, the civic and political rights taken from us, give sufficient ground and reason for the calling of such a national congress of colored Americans as is herein suggested? 'In this fierce era of controversy and bloodshed' can we be unmoved? "While the whole world is wide awake socially and politically, shall we sleep? While all other classes and races are on the verge of social and political revolutions, shall we be indifferent? Since all other groups of oppressed people are in the stir and rush of agitation, is it not high time that we should at least begin to get on the move? "The south is still in the saddle at our national capital, rushing headlong with a most reckless disregard for the feelings and rights of ten millions of loyal, but oppressed colored Americans. "Therefore, let us get together in a great national congress and filing to the whole wide world the full story of our grievances and of our earnest demands for justice and fair play. "Let all our religious, educational, social and political leaders among us heed this call. Let all of our great religious organizations and lodges and benevolent societies begin now to plan Baptists to Meet at Kansas City, Me. The National Baptist convention, of which the Rev. Dr. E. P. Jones of Vicksburg, Miss., is president, will hold its annual meeting at Kansas City, Mo., for six days, beginning Wednesday, Sept. 6. The executive committee meets in Vicksburg, Miss., June 14 to arrange the program for the Kansas City meeting. No,24 to be represented in this proposed congress. "By so doing we cannot fail to produce a powerful effect on the public mind that will greatly help us in our struggle for justice and freedom. "This congress will be independent and wider than any present organization. Its deliberations will not be under the Equal Rights league, which will meet in conjunction. Faithfully yours. BYRON GUNNER, "President of the National Equal Rights league; AM MONROE TROTTER, "Corresponding Secretary." FEZZAH 3. HENRY SHERWOOD. ARDENT MASONIC WORKER. How J. H. Sherwood is Winning His Spurs on Merit. Jose Henry Sherwood, well known in Masonic circles in this and many other sections of the country, is a native of Macon, Go., where he received the rudiments of his education. Upon leaving the far South, young Sherwood located in St. Louis for about five years and took up his residence in St. Paul in 1895, and for thirteen years has been a clerk in the Post Office. His activities in religious circles have centered in the Protestant Episcopal Church. For some time he was lay reader in charge of the St. Philips Mission. He was initiated in Triangle Lodge No. 53, F. A. A. M., West Superior, Wis., Jurisdiction of Illinois, 1895. Admitted into Perfect Ashlar Lodge No. 4, St. Paul, a year later. Passed the Oriental chair June 24, 1902; served as Worshipful Master three years and as Secretary about ten years. He was elected Grand Secretary in 1906 and Grand Master in 1909, serving three terms. He entered the Scottish Rite June 6, 1907, and was elevated to $33^{\circ}$, May 10, 1912 Mr. Sherwood succeeded in reorganizing Feezan Temple in St. Paul in 1908 and was appointed Potentate by the Deputy and was elected to that position the following year, after which he served two terms as Recorder and was elected Imperial Chief Rabban 1910 at Detroit, Deputy Imperial Potentate 1911 at Atlantic City, reelected at Washington in 1912, and again at Indianapolis 1913. He is High Priest of Bethel Chapter R. A. M., and Grand Generalissimo of the Grand Commandery of Missouri, this being his second term. Noble Sherwood has been in many movements in his city during the past ten years that pointed toward the betterment of his people. He is intensely proud of the past as well as present achievements of his race and has great faith in its future. Young, energetic and ambitious, Mr. Sherwood is always working for the interests of Freemasonry, Shrinedom and the Negro. He is an active worker for the Association for the Advancement of Colored People.—The Recorder. OUR BACK NUMBER COPIES. Agents are requested to return all unsold copies. We send them to several schools in the Southland, where the young Negro boys and girls may read them. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION SOCIAL NEWS EDITOR; Miss Clara Lucas. 506 Boston Block, Minneapolis. Minneapolis, Minn. NIC. 1873. RAILROAD MEN'S NEWS, Stephen Springer, 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. Delinquent SupSCRibers will please Send the Price of their Subscriptions this Week. We must have money to continue this Publication. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR CHANGE OF ADDRESS. Chas. Sumner Smith. the publisher of the Star has moved his residence to 1317 6th AVE. N. ST. JAMES CHURCH SERVICES. St. James A. M. E. Church will hold their services Sunday at 23rd and Bloomington Ave. So., on July 30. Come and hear our full vested Choir and a noted Evangelist at both services. The Trustee Board. —Advertisement. NEGRO SOLDIERS HONORED Resolutions for Editor Trotter A Memorial Service was held at the Old Capitol on July 24, in honor of the Negro soldiers, who died at Carizal, Mex. The speakers were Hon. W. A. Campbell. Miss Nannie E. Burroughs, C. M. Andrist, Secy. to Gov. Burnquist and Atty. Brown S. Smith. The Porters' and Waiters' Club Band furnished appropriate music. Mr. Jose H. Sherwood offered resolutions of sympathy for W. M. Trotter, Editor of the Boston Guardian, who is ill, also in recognition of his call for this memorial as National Secretary of the National Equal Rights League. They were unanimously adopted. The meeting was held under the auspices of the N. A. R. C. P. A subscription to the Trotter fund is being raised. Dr. Valdo Turner, presided in the absence of Gov. Burnquist, who was out of the city. Mr. Jordan M. Morris is making extensive, arrangements for the great Masonic gathering in Chicago. The Twin Cities will be well represented. For any information about the Grand Masonic meeting in Chicago—call Nic. 1873, or see J. M. Morris 506 Boston Block. WILL ATTEND MASONIC CONFERENCE. Among those from St. Paul who will attend the coming Masonic gatherings at Chicago in August are: Mr. and Mrs. Oliver Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Roper, Mr. and Mrs. Jose Sherwood, Mrs. L. A. Melker, Mr. William Martin, Dr. O. D. Howard, Mr. George Hoage, Mr. William Chandler, Mrs. M. A. Johnson. J. H. Sherwood, who is a member of the International Conference of Knights Templars, was requested by the President, Dr. John P. Turner, of Washington, to devise som plan to finance "The Recorder", the official paper of the Conference. The plan which he suggested has been approved by Dr. Turner, and Mr. Sherwood, who will be one of the committee on the Recorder, is working out the details. SUCCESSFUL YOUNG BUSINESS MEN Messrs. Jasper and Hiram Gibbs, sons of Mrs. Ione E. Gibbs, are the proprietors of the J. and H. Wet Wash Laundry. These young men of our race, have made a success in their business, and have, from a small beginning, established one of the leading laundries of this big city. They served the public, delivered the goods and deserved success. If we forget our color, conduct our business along right lines, demand of every one a commercial instead of a charitable consideration, we will be a factor in the business world. GRAY IS EXONERATED. The grand jury returned a no bill in the case of Geo. Gray, who was held for assault on W. M. Dalhousie, known as "Dally." The fight occurred in the France Café, operated by Mrs. J. M. Mask, at 300 Fifth Ave. So. Several altercations have taken place there and the place has a police record. Chas. Sayles and Veassus Pope appeared for the state. If you want to own a home in 1916 See McDew NOW! He has some good bargains. Now is the time J. B. WILLIAM MONROE TROTTER. EDITOR TROTTER IS ILL. A contribution has been started for W. M. Trotter, the fearless editor of The Boston Guardian, and defender of our civil rights. Editor Trotter has made every sacrifice for his race and now that he is in need, let us appreciate his efforts by our financial assistance. Send donations to W. M. Trotter, Boston, Mass., or to Chas. Summer Smith, See'y National Equal Rights League, Minneapolis, Minn. ELKS' WIN GREAT PRAISE. ELKS' WIN GREAT PRAISE. Ames Lodge of Elks held a basket picnic at Parker's Lake on July 24, which was a credit in every way to the fraternity. They have made a wonderful impression upon the public and have set a high standard for other lodges to follow. No intoxicating liquors were sold and the department of almost every one present, was highly commendable. It was a cosmopolitan affair, and proved that we can enjoy ourselves without booze and rowdyism. The inmates of Attucks Home were provided with lunch and refreshments. Boating, fishing and dancing were the pastimes. The crowd was not as large as usual. The management of the grounds, speaks in highest terms of the Elks, and says, "it was the most orderly crowd of the season." Several parties attended in autos. The picnic was another proof of one of Ames' progressive policies; the unexpected has happened under a new era of Elkdom. EMANCIPATION CELEBRATION. A Sail Down the River. The Big Brown Skin Picnic and Excursion will be given on Friday, August 4th. The steamer Purchase and a barge will leave the foot of Jackson St., St. Paul at 2:30 in the afternoon, returning about midnight. Plenty of dancing and refreshments. Round Trip 75 cents. —Advertisement. DROWNED WHILE SWIMMING. Geo. Burns, an employee of the Minneapolis Athletic Club was drowned last Monday while bathing at Calhoun Beach. His body was recovered. It was found entangled in the weeds. Mr. Burns resided at 714 Bryant Ave. No. Undertaker Raynor had charge of the burial. A NEW BUSINESS VENTURE. A MEAT MARKET will be opened on Saturday, July 15th in connection with the CUT RATE GROCERY STORE at 429 6th Ave. No. Messrs. P. J. Buford, W. W. Humphrey and F. L. Jemison are the proprietors. This is a Negro Company and they expect your attendance. Lowest prices. Deliveries anywhere in the Mr. Elmer J. Cheeks, of Cleveland, Ohio is the guest of Miss Ida Grey, 2819 Chicago Ave. Mrs. Arthur White of 2834 5th Ave. So, entertained at a very dainty breakfast last Thursday morning, in honor of Mr. Elmer J. Cheeks of Cleveland. Covers were laid for six. Decorations were in sweet peas, and the attractive place cards afforded much amusement. Mrs. C. M. Harper of 2936 Clinton Ave., entertained at six o'clock dinner Monday, in honor of Mr. Cheeks. Miss Elenore Rodney of Duluth, was the guest of honor at a very delightful luncheon given on Thursday afternoon by Miss Eunice Smith, at her home on Elliott Ave. Covers were laid for six. The place of honor was marked by a corsage bouquet of sweet peas. Mrs. J. C. Trevan left Thursday evening for Detroit to visit her sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hudson. THE TWIN CITY STAR TO SEE A THE TWIN Send for a copy of the New The Twin Handsomest Booklet of Info and St. Park Printed in four colors, one see and enjoy all the inter- Minnesota's Two Great Cities time, at the least possible formation and pictures as a maps of Twin City interest. These colored maps show Portion of Minneapolis, thereto the University Campus, "Minnetonka and White B map shows the Twin Cities a territory 16 miles by 4 Lakes, Rivers and Parks taining. A copy of this interesti any address on receipt of s A. W. Warnock, General Passenger WAIT IN LAST BIG PICNIC Give THE CLUBS OF ST. THOM PARKER'S LAKE, THE GOOD The facilities at Parker's L including Boating, Bathing, Fish IMPORTANT NOTICE:—Trains Trains Leave Luce Line Depot 10:00 A. M.—2 P. I. ROUND TRIP FARE, AD DANCING UN 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. W. Warnock, General Passenger Agent, Twin City Lines, Minneapolis. WAIT FOR THE LAST BIG PICNIC OF THE SEASON Given By THE CLUBS OF ST. THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH At PARKER'S LAKE, THURSDAY, AUGUST 10, GOOD FISHING The facilities at Parker's Lake furnish real Picnic Enjoyments including Boating, Bathing, Fishing and Dancing. IMPORTANT NOTICE:—Trains will leave promptly as scheduled Trains Leave Luce Line Depot, 2nd Ave. No. and 7th St., 10:00 A. M.—2 P. M.—5 P. M.—6 P. M. ROUND TRIP FARE. ADULTS 40c. CHILDREN 20c. DANCING UNTIL 9:30 P. M. Good Music Pavilion Tags 25c. COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT Mr. Frank Terry, J. Fite, Mrs. L. Van Hook. R. A. Van Hook, Miss Clara Lucas, Dr. R. S. Brown, General Manager. The management reserves the right to refuse undesirable persons. COMMITTEE OF MANAGEMENT Mr. Frank Terry, J. Fite, Mrs. L. Van Hook, R. A. Van Hook, Miss Clara Lucas, Dr. R. S. Brown, General Manager. The management reserves the right to refuse undesirable persons. SUNDAY SCHOOL ANNUAL OUTING AT MINNEHAHA PARK. AUG. 4. REV. PETERSON "KNOCKED OUT." At a meeting of the Quarterly Con- [Name] MRS. G. W. MITCHELL, SUPT., The Peoples' Christian Assembly Sunday School. The Sunday School of the People's Christian Assembly will hold their Annual Outing at Minnehaha Park on August 4th. Children will leave the tent at 13th Ave. So. and 3rd St., at 9:30 A. M. Refreshments will be served Free. For further information call Mrs. G. W. Mitchell, Nic. 2738. MIDSUMMER TENT SERVICES. The People's Christian Assembly are holding their Midsummer Services in the Big Tent at 3rd Street, between 13th and 14th Ave. All are welcome. Rev. G. W. Mitchell, Pastor. CARD OF THANKS. We wish to etend our heartfel thanks and sincerest appreciation to our many friends, who during our grief over the loss of our daughter, Gertrude, so willingly offered their assistance and sympathy, and also gave so many beautiful floral tributes. Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Glover, 3428 Oakland Ave. Miss Nannie E. Burroughs spoke to a large audience at the Court House on Thursday night. Miss Clementine Frierson of Chicago, daughter of Sergeant Major Eugene P. Frierson, Tenth Cavalry, is spending the summer very happily with Miss Alverta Phillips, the neice of Mr. and Mrs. Seymour Moore, 787 Rondo St., and her chum, Miss Adisy Kastor, also of Chicago, is visiting Miss Olga Wilson, 596 Central Ave., one of St. Paul's popular little maids. Mr. Wm. Bailey, employed as porter at the Porters' and Waiters' Club on Hennepin Ave., met with a serious accident last Tuesday. He fell from a ladder and broke three ribs. Mgr. Shull saw that he received best medical attention. --- Good Music AND ENJOY IN CITIES A Picture Map Folder entitled Cities 1916 Information About Minneapolis Pul Published. A finest paper. Tells how to interest sights in and about cities, in the least possible expense. Contains new in- well as seven splendid colored t. Now attractively the Central Central Portion of St. Paul, "The Chain of Lakes," Lake Bear Lake, while the largest is and surrounding suburbs, 38 miles, with their famous Most instructive and enter- ing folder will be mailed to five cents in stamps. Agent, Twin City Lines, Minneapolis. FOR THE C OF THE SEASON In By THOMAS EPISCOPAL CHURCH At HURSDAY, AUGUST 10, Take furnish real Picnic Enjoyments ing and Dancing. Gns will leave promptly as scheduled 2nd Ave. No. and 7th St., M.—5 P. M.—6 P. M. ULTS 40c. CHILDREN 20c. TIL 9:30 P. M. Pavilion Tags 25c. F MANAGEMENT L. Van Hook. R. A. Van Hook, S. Brown, General Manager. Right to refuse undesirable persons. REV. PETERSON "KNOCKED OUT." At a meeting of the Quarterly Conference of St. James A. M. E. Church held at the residence of Mr. Withers, the expressman, on Girard Ave. No., last week. Rev. F. J. Peterson of St. James Church was knocked over by Mr. Dan. Williams, the assistant pastor. The quarrel began over the action of the Board of Trustees, who are not in accord with the pastor. It is reported that Rev. Peterson said that Mr. Williams was "ignorant, dishonest and a big liar." Mr. Williams dared him to repeat it, and he did so, then Mr. Williams landed a blow on the pastor, which caused him to bleed profusely. "Dan" is suffering from a badly swollen hand. Presiding Elder Higgins, when interviewed said, that "Dan was in the wrong"—but many of the members say that the presiding elder ignored their complaints against Rev. Peterson, who is very unpopular, and his haughty and arrogant demeanor is not in keeping with his calling. He has been "in a squabble" since he came and the Board of Trustees will not have hih serve them longer. He has been hustling for funds for the Church and there are claims that he has not reported correctly. There is much talk about a big donation from a Brewery which has not been accounted for, and strange to say. there is much rejoicing since Brother Dan. put it on Peterson. The Board will not allow him to hustle funds any longer and threaten to prosecute him, should he be apprehended. Mrs. Geo. W. Camp is visiting in Iowa and Illinois. Mrs. Grayson, of Superior, was the guest of Mrs. J. H. Sherwood Thursday. Mr. and Mrs. Marion Channon entertained a large number of friends at a very delightful dinner party given on Friday evening, July 22nd, at their beautiful new remodeled home at 2814 Clinton Ave. So. Those presntt were: Rev. and Mrs. T. B. Stovall and little Esther, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. E. Perkins, Mr. and Mrs. Luther Abbey, Mr. and Mrs. Harold Green. The guests of honor were: Miss Taylor of Hannibal, Mo., a teacher in the public schools there, and Mrs. J. Jones and H. Lewis, two young brides, sister and sister-in-law to the host and hostess. The three courses were abundantly served and all present expressed praise to the excellent hostess and host. Mr. Jessie Woods is very ill at Hopewell Hospital. Mr. Oscar Price is making good in the real estate field. He is well known as one of the honest and energetic young men of our city, and deserves to succeed. STEWART'S HOTEL 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 .....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. 10 packages—3 for .....25c P. J. Buford & W. W. Humphrey Props N. W. TELEPHONE MAIN 2515. ORDERS OF ONE DOLLAR OR OVER DELIVERED. NEW NORTH SIDE RESTAU RANT. Mr. L. Anderson, better known as "The Count" has opened a Chinese and American restaurant at 723 6th Ave. No. He has secured the services of "Mock"—Dickerson's famous Chinese chef—and is prepared for clean, correct and courteous service to his patrons. For information and reservations call Hyland 5851.— Advertisement. A RARE CHANCE to buy a home. Modern six room house for sale. Terms to suit. For full particulars call Annex 857.—Advertisement. Flat of 5 rooms for rent—Modern except heat, 1032 Central Ave. Call at 405 Tribune Annex. Phone Main 2040. A NICE FRONT ROOM. Nicely furnished front room to rent for a couple. Modern conveniences. Mrs. Cora Williams, 3135 Finley Place. FURNISHED ROOMS. Comfortable Furnished Rooms, for Light Housekeeping Clean and Within Business District. Call Mrs. Harris, 707 So. Third St., Minneapolis. Choice Furnished Rooms, Modern, block from car line—Desirable location. Mrs. Mitchell, 2020 5th Ave. S. Phone South 117.—Call mornings. UPPER DUPLEX FOR RENT Thoroughly modern upper duplex, good location. Call Colfax 3223. Nicely furnished rooms for rent, every convenience. Apply 1306 Was- ington Ave. S. Phone N. W. Main 4999. FURNISHED KITCHENETTE, For Rent. A furnished living room and kitchenette. Suitable for married couple, every convenience. Also rooms with bath—near business district. Apply to Mrs. O. D. Phelps, 119 Western Ave. Call Main 5444. For married Couple.—Nicely Furnished Room. All modern, in residence district, with private family, 820 E. 36th St. Call Colfax 4198. SACRIFICE BARGAIN. Three family house, 6 rooms to each flat, good location; $3,000.00. Small payment down, $20.00 per month. ```markdown ``` All Elks in good standing are cordially welcomed. Geo. M. Bryant, E. R. 818 Met. L. Bldg. Wm. R. Morris, Sec'y. 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. 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. ST. PETER'S A. M. E. CHURCH, 22nd St. Near 10th Ave. So. THOS. B. STOVALL, Pastor. Parsonage 2205 Elliot Ave. N. W. Phone So. 762. 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. CHOICE CITY AND SUBUR- BAN PROPERTY FOR SALE ON SMALL MONTHLY PAY- MENTS. Houses and Flats for Rent. B. M. McDEW, 802 Sykes Block. N. W. Nic. 621 Minneapolis OSCAR GILBERT PRICE. Real Estate, Insurance and Loans. Choice Property for Sale or Rent. 2814 10th Ave. So. N. W. South 5250 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. 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. MILES ETHRIDGE, Prop. BEST MEALS IN THE CITY Dan Williams THE DOULASS CAFE' 407 FIFTH AVE. SO. Mineapolis, Minn. N. W. Main 2767 T. S. CENTER 2626 N. W. MAIN 1551 The Gateway Market Meats and Provisions We Deliver 210 HENNEPIN AVE. MINNEAPOLIS. YOUR TRADE IS SOLICITED Mrs. Emma Jeffries, has moved to 533 Colfax Avenue North. Read Peterson, the druggist's an- nouncement—It's important. Defective Meets in the Knox Bld 4th St. and 8th Ave. So. the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, at 8:30 P. M. PENTICOSTAL 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. MRS. E. DENNIS, Agent for the ..PORO HAIR GROWER. SCALP TREATMENTS AND MASSAGING. SHAMPOOING AND DRESS- ING THE HAIR. FINE WORK GUARANTEED. 820 East 36th St. Tel. Col. 4198. The officers for the Gleaners Club of Bethesda Baptist Church are Mrs. Harry Greavor, Pres.; Mrs. Robt. Glenn, Vice Pres.; Mrs. Osa Lawrence, Secy.; Mrs. Wm. Stirman, Asst. Secy.; Mrs. T. V. Botts, Treas. Mrs. W. A. Houston, Journalist. GUESTS AT HOTEL DALE, ATLANTIC CITY, N. I. Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Turner, Harriburg, Pa. Mr. Moses Mimms and son. B. Alexander, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Rose of N. Y., Miss Nash of N. Y. Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Newark, N. J. Mrs. G. M. Williams, Hartford, Conn. Miss Grace B. Valentine, Borden, N. J. Philadelphia, Pa.—Miss Nellie Hall, Sister Lea Mary, Dr. Sebastian Vaz, John B. Morris, Mrs. Moussell Griffin, Mr. Chas E. Steward, Mr. and Mrs. Stevens, Mr. Thos. J. Dorsey, Robt. Baxter, Wm. Almond. Pittsburgh—Mr. and Mrs. Geo, Crampton, Ellis Moore, Mrs. J. L, Todd, Ind. Ind. Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Clopham, Camden, N. J. WANTS $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.) JUDGE HUGHES TO SPEAK. Judge Charles E. Hughes, Republican Candidate for President, will speak in the Twin Cities on the evening of August 9th. Word to this effect has been received from National Headquarters by C. A. Congdon, National Committee from this State. The meetings will be held under the auspices of the Republican State Central Committee. Full details will be announced later. Republican Clubs and republicans generally are interesting themselves in the meetings, and a special effort will be made to make them a success. The Minesota speeches will be among the first to be delivered by Mr. Hughes, and for that reason a great deal of interest will attach. E. L. Thornton, Chairman, Republican State Central Committee. New York Regiment Gets Its Name. The regiment of colored soldiers for the national guard of New York is to be known as the Fifteenth infantry. Company A has been mustered in under command of Colonel William Hayward, public service commissioner. Captain Lorillard Spencer. Governor Whitman's military secretary, is the acting recruiting officer. Three recruiting offices have been opened in New York city. The officials stated on July 4 that within a month the full quota of men for the regiment will be enlisted. THE EPISCOPAL CLUBS' PICNIC. The Episcopal Club of St. Thomas Mission of Minneapolis, have secured AUGUST 10TH for their Annual Outing and Picnic. They will go to Parker's Lake. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR JERNAGIN ON FIRING LINE. Well Known Baptist Minister Spurns Injustice Done Colored Americans. Before he knew of the call of the National Equal Rights league for a national gathering the kev. W. H. Jernagin, D. D., pastor of the Mount Carmel Baptist church in Washington, had prepared the following statement in which he says: "I have been prayerfully considering the situation which confronts us as a race in this country. When the news of the almost wiping out of the Tenth United States cavalry was flashed over this country recently from Mexico it showed that our race has ever been ready and willing to shed the first blood when the dignity of the United States must be upheld. It must be admitted that it was quite a blunder on the present administration in its dealings with the Mexican question to allow a company of the best soldiers of the land to be shot down under such circumstances. "I believe now is the time for the conservative men of the Negro race out of every state to meet together in a conference, behind closed doors if needs be, for the first day at least, and there agree and decide upon something to present to the United States congress that might arouse to consciousness that it would be willing to make the United States constitution the instrument of protection that it declares itself to be in dealing with the civil and political rights of black men as well as of white men. "It is pathetic and at the same time a travesty on American justice when our men offer themselves a willing sacrifice to avenge wrongs done white Americans in Mexico, when the country demands retribution and wreaks vengeance on Mexicans who kill white men, the United States tolerates and silently indoles the lynching of black men under its own flag nearly every week in the year. The president and congress that are as silent as the sphynx on outrages committed on black men right in this country, speak in thunder tones and send a nation of men to avenge the wrong done white Americans in Mexico. "But we who are not at the front must not slumber in our tents, but rise up and demand the proper protection of black Americans in America as well as protection of white Americans in Mexico. I hereby appeal to every race loving man and woman to express their views on the advisability of holding a conference in the city of Washington or some other convenient place early in the fall. In a joint meeting of the Baltimore and Washington ministers' conference held in June such a conference of the leaders of the race was indorsed, and it was advised that Dr. William Alexander of Baltimore and the writer should call such a meeting. Duplication in work of this kind should be avoided as far as possible; therefore the views of the public will greatly aid in the matter of the most fitting time for holding the proposed conference. Let us catch time by the forelock, act wisely and stand firmly by our convictions. I will be glad to hear from any one who approves of the plan. Yours for the rights of the Negro race. "REV. W. H. JERNAGIN, "430 Q Street Northwest, Washington." TRAINING FOR SERVICE. Successful Methoda Used at a Virginia Institution For Girls. In making her report to the trustees of the Industrial Home School For Girls at Peaks, Hanover county, Va. Mrs. Harris Barrett of Hampton institute says: "Twenty-eight girls have been received in the institution since it opened. They have ranged in ages from eleven to eighteen years. Our success in controlling the girls has been unusual. Some of them never knew what kind words and sympathy were until they came to the school. If a girl goes through the day without forgetting a duty or falling to be quiet and ladylike she is given the privilege of wearing a pretty bright bow with her white collar when she comes to prayers. "The marking system is used. When a girl succeeds in making an average of 08 per cent for two months in succession she is allowed to wear a white waist on special occasions. When she succeeds in making an average of 09 per cent for three months in succession she is allowed to wear a white dress to evening prayers and on special occasions. She is then known as an honor girl. When an honor girl falls to keep to the standard she has to go back to the uniform, but she is given a chance to start all over again and work for the white waists and dresses. "The honor girls steep in honor rooms and sit at the honor table in the dining room and have privileges that the other girls do not have. This makes the other girls work all the harder to become honor girls." Some of the best white women of Virginia have taken an active part in the campaign for making the Industrial Home School For Colored Girls a successful institution. Mrs. Henry Lane Schmelz of Hampton, president of the board of trustees, has spoken in the north with Mrs. Barrett in behalf of the Industrial Home School Mrs. Mary C. B. Munford of Richmond gave the school a buggy and harness. A number of southern women contributed materials for the dedication luncheon and showed by their active service that they heartily indorsed the work of the Virginia Federation of Colored Women's Clubs. a work which will prove in coming years a blessing not only to the colored people of Virginia, but to the nation—a work which was founded upon love and service. THE TWIN CITY STAR HAMPTON TRADE SCHOOL RESULTS Some Lessons In the Use of Paint as a Direct Contribution to Social Service In the Promotion of Health—Barriers to the Trade Are Being Successfully Removed. By W. ANTHONY AERY, Hampton, Va.—There are literally thousands upon thousands of dwellings and outbuildings throughout the land which are rotting for the lack of paint. Men and women have not yet fully realized that when paint is thoroughly skillfully and tastefully applied to their buildings they have made a real contribution to the economic and social welfare of their community. Not only in the south and west, but indeed throughout the country, people need to realize that the broom commonly used for whitewashing and the kit of paint brushes, which costs very little money are hopeful instruments in obtaining real public health protection. The Negro and Indian youth have a wonderful opportunity to take painting not only as a commercially profitable occupation, but also as a medium for genuine social service. Too many Negroes and Indians still have to learn that painting is a relatively healthful occupation and one which offers to steady, sober, skilled mechanics work during the whole year at a good wage. The dread of lead poisoning, so general a few years ago, is fading away. With the decrease in the use of powdered pigments and the increase in attention to clean habits of working and living there is no longer a valid objection to painting as a risky occupation. Men have also come to realize that the use of liquor has more to do with decreasing their efficiency and their earning power than the natural hazards of such a trade as painting. Painters, in short, like all other workers, regardless of any artificial class distinction, are becoming as a group more sober, more efficient and more reliable. Hampton institute offers a four year course in painting. It aims to turn out practical painters who have a background of useful knowledge and a vision of what a good mechanic can do as a community leader. Here is a partial list of the work done by the Hampton institute trade school painters during a typical year. Twenty-eight buildings painted on the outside, sixteen painted inside, thirteen roofs, twenty-two porch floors and eighty-six rooms painted; seventy floors waxed, varnished or painted; five gates and fences, nine boats and launches, twenty screens, four fire sets and 138 signs painted; sixteen carriages, carts and wagons and thirteen automobiles painted; forty-eight trays enameled, 400 pieces of furniture painted or varnished, twelve radiators bronzed and fifty-three rooms papered Were one skeptical of securing good results from student tradesmen here is some first class evidence that Hampton is attacking with system the problem of taking Negroes and Indians, who are fresh from the country or the city, and training them for useful citizenship. How are these excellent results secured? The Hampton Trade school work in painting includes three main divisions—technical instruction, carriage, wagon and automobile painting, and house painting. The boys receive tasks of graduated difficulty and at every turn combine theory with practice. In the technical training they are taught the names and uses of the tools that they use. They learn to match colors. They study the quality of the materials which they use. They are shown clearly, for example, why linseed oil is better than cottonseed oil in painting. They receive practical shop talks on the making of paints, leads and other materials with which the general painter must deal in his daily work. During the Saturday morning shop talks the instructor tells the students some of the interesting facts about the people who produce the raw materials commonly used in the trade. The students take notes and reproduce them orally and in writing. When a student, for example, knows that the burning of a ship at sea, with its cargo of 100,000 cases of shellac from India, causes a decided change in the market price of shellac he is bound to have a greater interest in and sympathy for the people in a foreign land who gather the raw material for use in the United States. Progress Noted at New Monrovia, Fla. New Monrovia, Fla., thirty-two miles from Palm Beach on the main line of the Florida East Coast railway, is a rapidly growing community. It is to be incorporated under the laws of the state and owned and controlled by the colored citizens of that section of the state. Churches, schools and other institutions usually found in a well regulated town are being erected. Rich farm land and plots of homes are being laid out for sale to prospective residents, and the whole territory is assuming a healthy and thrifty appearance. With the influence of the local business leagues of the state and the efforts of the officials of the town it will not be long before every section of the district will be inhabited by thrifty members of our race. J & H Wet J & H WET WASH LAUNDRY We maintain that we can wash We make this claim, because w dries in the United States. OUR PRICE IS 25 POUNDS OF WHEN DRY. J & H Wet Wash Laundry 3753,55,57 CEDAR AVE. J&H WET WASH LAUNDRY J&H 3753 S CEDAR AVE J&H WET WASH LAUNDRY 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 ..... 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. DR. W. H. WRIGHT. DENTIST. Phone Nic. 1963 111 So. 6th St Minneapolis, Minn. Phone Hy. 3605. DR. ELLIS BURTON 715 Sixth Ave. No., Minneapolis, Minn. DENTIST. Graduate Northwestern Dental School of Chicago. T. S. Center 4639. WALFRID WESTMAN Photographer 1425 Washington Ave. So. Minn. THE SPIRELLA CORSET 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 HOTEL DALE Cape May, N. J. Comfort and Elegance Without Extravagance This Magnificent Hotel, Located In the Heart of the Most Beautiful Seashore Resort in the World, is replete with every modern improvement, superlative in construction, appointments, service and refined patronage. Orchestra daily, garage, bath-houses, tennis, etc., on premises. Special attention given to ladies and children. Send for booklet. ```markdown ``` E. W. Dale, Owner. Positively every piece of summer goods in the house is involved in this sale. And remember this—it is our regular stock—not a lot of odds and ends picked up for a few days' sale. Men who appreciate extraordinary values, and who know a good thing—always wait for this event. Our patterns are the newest of the new—pure wool fabrics—and tailoring is of the highest character. The Brown Bros. Label is a guarantee of recognized quality. Music Every Day from 2 P. M. to 11 P. M. Kidd Mitchell, Prop. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. LADIES SPECIALLY INVITED EVERY DAY. SPRING AND SUMMER $35 Suits for ..... $23.34 $40 Suits for ..... $26.67 $45 Suits for ..... $30.00 $50 Suits for ..... $33.34 $60 Suits for ..... $40.00 FULL DRESS SUIT Silk Lined $50 Suits for ..... $33.34 $55 Suits for ..... $36.67 $60 Suits for ..... $40.00 $65 Suits for ..... $43.35 $70 Suits for ..... $46.67 $75 Suits for ..... $50.00 BROWN BROS. TAILORS 21 Sixth Street So., N. W. MAIN 2259 KEYSTONE BUFFET 1313 W FOR LADIES Music Every Day # Kidd Mitchell, Prop. LADIES SPECIALLY WORKING-MEN'S SOCIAL CLUB 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 THE SOUTHERN THEATRE 1422 Washington Ave. So. MOVING PICTURES—VAUDE- VILLE. Best Films—Thoroughly Fireproof. ADVERTISE HERE — IT PAYS. --- $15 Overcoats for .....$23.34 $40 Overcoats for .....$26.67 $45 Overcoats for .....$30.00 $50 Overcoats for .....$33.34 TROUSERS $8 Pants for .....$6.34 $9 Pants for .....$6.00 $10 Pants for .....$6.67 $11 Pants for .....$7.33 $12 Pants for .....$8.00 $14 Pants for .....$9.33 $15 Pants for .....$10.00 MERCANTILE CO. AND FURRIERS Minneapolis. Souvenirs for Ladies every Wednesday afternoon and Evening ET and CLUB CAFE' Bish. Ave. South S & GENTLEMEN from 2 P. M. to 11 P. M. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. INVITED EVERY DAY. "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-enial at Baltimore in August. Mrs. W. T. Francis, St. Paul Minn. Chairman, Press Committee. Pai cis Ns at i i! isa lh iS ei aaa SE NE Ee ee a EE ee traf | TT Pe asec THE TWIN C.TY STAR —_S- PUBLSHED EVERY FRIDAY BY CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 30S—So, Fifth Street. ‘Minneapolis, Minnesota ‘Batered tm the Post Office at Min- ‘meapelis as second class matter. | MEMBER | NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION MINNESOTA EDITORIAL ASSN. To Subscribe Is To Pay. Subscription by Mail, Postpaid. ONE YEAR 0. ecece seen ee 00 $2.00 SIX MONTHS .......0.0se004 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 contracts. Want Ads ...... Twenty-five Cents Reading Notices, per line, Five Cents Wedding Announcements, Fifty Cents Card of Thanks ........One Dollar: a 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 8, Sth St. ‘Minneapolis, Minnesota. ROOSEVELT LEADS, WE FOL- LOW. The Twin City Star, which has been considered as the leading Negro newspaper of the Progressive Party, and an enthusiastic supporter of Col. Theodore Roosevelt and his policies, continues to follow his lead. We heartily accept the advice of America’s greatest citizen, and will support the regular presidential nom- inee of the Republican National Con- vention, Hon. Chas. E. Hughes, and do what we can for the success of the Repubican ticket. We are not in accord with the entire platform of the party. The suffrage question, as a State's Rights measure, will not sive the Negro women of the South a right to vote. We are against any program giving a State a right to over-ride the Constitution, We had hoped to see some plank in its plat- form recommending legislation to make ‘Lynching a Federal Crime.” We cannot get our constitutional rights under State Soverignity, and must rely on Federal legislation and enforcement for our protection. ‘The Republican party has done more for us than any other party and we must overcome its evils with its good; still contending for right and protesting against wrong—believing in Divine Providence and thankful that Col Roosevelt has accomplished his ulti mate purpose, which was also his prophecy—that he would drive out of the Republican party, those who cor. rupted the principles of the party We regret the loss of a friend, of cur race on the Supreme Bench, by the resignation of Justice Hughes— which gave Pres. Wilson an oppor- tunity to appoint a Democrat—and fate may decree that by his appoint: ment we may have a Justice White or Justice Harlan, Though Demo- crats they were honest interpreters of the law and spirit of the Consti- tution, It is up to the Negro to be loyal to himself and the door of hope will soon open to him. We have awaited orders and willingly obey the requests of Col. Roosevelt, who led tus into the Progressive Party in 1912 and we return to the Republican ranks under the same leadership and convictions. Let the slogan be “Hughes and Fairbanks must win’ and now that the Progressives have accomplished their purpose, we ex- pect a large following, and a return to the Grand Old Party, for its suc- ceas in November next. PROGRESSIVE TO HELP HUGHES. Congressman Schall Will Stump for Republican Nominee. Congressman Thomas D. Schall who is running for re-election in the 10th district as a progressive, will campaign for Hughes. He announced this in filing his statement of expenses with the secretary of state for the primary campaign, He said that he already had agreed to make campaign speeches in Maine, Missouri and Kentucky. ‘The Cut Rate Grocery Store is con- ducted entirely by Negroes, See their Ad and patronize them? OUR NEW NUMBER The Star Phone is Hyland 5586, SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION ADVERTISE HERE —IT PAYS. A REAL NEWSPAPER. A newspaper isn’t simply a bare chronicler of events. It is a personal- ity. It comes into your house almost as a member of your family. What sort of a person do you like to have visit you? He ought to be honest, courageous, no hypocrite, and a gentleman, with a real interest in you, ready to lend a hand if you need help. Cheerful- ness and good humor are excellent qualities, and a wide range of inter- ests. What do you find in the Twin City Star? It has opinions, of course, and it speaks them out freely. They are its own and they are not influenced by outside interests. The square deal is its platform. In handling news it observes the decencies and amenities of life. It never wantonly brings shame or sor- row to any home, Its advertisements are clean, If the TWIN CITY STAR does not bring you something of interest in any particular issue, it has failed by so much that week. It takes off its hat and apologizes for having bored you as a visitor. But it trusts this doesn’t often hap- pen. Not often, does it? Now: Subscribe for it, and pay for ie -- THENEGRO EDITOR. — The Negro editor has to make much of the news he writes. The social clubs, the ‘church, the fraternal or- ganizations, all must feel his guiding hand. He is expected to be in every- thing and run errands for everyone; send out bills for subscription and have them ignored; do all the lying for harmony’s sake, get his dog kicked around, and hold the sack. He is guide, philosopher and friend to those that are in trouble; mentor and admonisher to those that are about to get into trouble. The preach- er, the would-be-statesman, the social climber, the dear girls, the wayward boys; he must share all their troubles, he is the confessor, the Negro boom- er, and the black goat, the door mat, the rock of refuge, the lacky boy, and the vicarous sacrifice. A Negro edi- tor is the only creature in the wide animal kingdom that needs the wings of a dove, the strength of a lion, the protective odor of a skunk, the smooth crawling belly of the worm of th dust, and the aspirations of a God. The Seattle Searchlight. He is the only animal that can exist on newspaper, except the Billy-goat, CRIME INCREASING. There is a noticeable increase in crime among the Negroes. Almost daily there are reports of hold-ups by thieving men and women. Strange characters are flocking into the Twin Cities, and the police are unable to locate many of the offenders, The situation is critical, and was caused by negligence on the part of many policemen to investigate conditions. They have been too liberal with the Negro element—and now we have the worst gang of vagrants of any city. A general cleanup should be made Recently a round-up was made and several whites were arrested. It is the desire of all good citizens, that the law be enforced. Crime among Negroes causes greater race prejudice. The rough and vicious Negro has gained a foothold and his presence is disastrous to all of his race. Thugs, dopesters, gunmen and every undesirable finds it “soft” in Minne- apolis, because of the existence of dives, buffet flats and other lawless joints. Vag Law should be strictly enforced. The Star has long ago called the attention of those author- ities, but they have let matters go so far, that they are now powerless to stop this wave of crime. TO BAPTIST CHURCHES AND PASTORS EVERYWHERE. African Missionaries Need Help. Don’t forget to make an offering for our foreign mission work on the Sth Sunday, July 30th. That Miss E. L. Davis of West Africa writes, “starvation faces me, with 29 children in our Bible and In- dustrial Academy,” should call us to immediate action and our love for Christ surely will force us to help those we sent to Africa. Please let me hear from you on Monday, July 31st. Yours in His service, L. G. Jordon, Foreign Mission Rooms, National Baptist Convention, Ewen Bldg., 701 S. 19th St., Philadelphia, Pa. READ THE 8TAR, IT’S NEWSY THE TWIN CITY STAR PYTHIANS HOLD FORTH IN MELVA LI CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE 2 Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Felici- || Valedictorian and Al tates With New Jersey Knights, Rukie aches! Nor Saas a ‘The grand lodge, Knights of Pythias | of Pennsylvania, begins its tenth an- | [ETT aa nual meeting in Philadelphia on Moi ( = day, July 24. Members of the order in| |) . ee 2 Philadelphia maintain several subor|| = lg inate lodges and two regiments of the} } = uniform rank. ‘They are sure to give|| = visitors of the state lodges and thelr} | agua fellow members of the order from New|} = Jersey, under command of Brigadier] fo General Fitzgerald, a mighty good| |i = 8 « , General Fitzgerald in turn ts play- — ing host to the Kc ystone State Knights | eS by giving them a royal side trip to| [Mmmm 1 Atlantic City. ‘The main session ‘closes | om Friday evening, Joly 28, Many good | (no results to the credit of the state or | | @ Bl ganization are expected. | eet — i VALUABLE WORK ON LAW. | ne 2 __B. Cosey to Lawyers and Laymen, "Attorney Alfred Bonito Cosey of Newark and the New Jersey bar has compiled for the use of the busy law- yer a compendium of English and American law on title «record with ‘practice and procedur supported by English and American decisions, In ‘the preface to his book the author ‘says: “The purpose of this book 1s to pre- sent In a condensed form the origin, history, object, use, constitutionality and construction of the American and English recording and registry laws ‘and record title and index thereof; the ‘distinction between them: when, how ‘and by whom deeds and other written {instruments conveying real or personal ‘property or interest therein shall be ‘acknowledged, proved, witnessed, re- ‘corded, filed or title registered, the number of witnesses required; with references to American and English ‘statutes and decisions, together with ‘the practice and procedure thereon, and the duties of the recording officer or register.” ‘The book contains 415 pages, 1s cloth bound and looks exactly what it {s—a law book—a reference book packed from cover to cover with a mass of useful legal information which every young beginner in the law should have in his brary and every old practition- er within easy reach on busy days. ‘Mr, Cosey has rendered a distinct service to the members of his profes: sion in preparing for thelr use a vol- ume of such incalculable service to lawyers and laymen. ‘To know what to do and how to do it with exactness and certainty 1s set out with great minuteness of detail in “Cosey on Title of Record.” It {s the most ambitious undertaking by a Negro disciple of Blackstone in the United States of America. With the exception of a small work by the late D. A. Straker of Michigan this ts the first legal work from the pen of ‘a Negro lawyer In this country which has come to my notice, says John E. Bruce “Grit.” In Africa, Haltt and other West ‘In- ‘dla slands’ Negroes write law books that stand the test of critical examina. tion, ‘The late J. Mensoh Larbah's “Fantl Customary Laws" have been adopted by the English courts on the Gold Coast, Africa, as standard author- ity on native laws. Cosely Hayford's “Gold Coast Native Institutions” ts a learned legal definition-interpretation of the tribal laws of West Africa which Englishmen are learning to re- spect. Mr. Sarbah was in bis lifetime ac. ‘knowledged as the ablest of the many able lawyers on the Gold Coast, Cose- ly Hayford now occuples that position at the Gold Coast bar. ‘This book of Mr. Cosey’s 1s really worth while. It fs a decidedly valuable contribution to our racial Iiterature and should have ‘a wide reading. Every Negro attorney throughout the country should possess a copy of “Cosey on Title of Record.” Ihave known Mr. Cosey for over twen: ty years and have always belleved that ho was one day going to do something to make himseif famous. He bas done the trick and deserves, and should have, the commendation and the sub- stantial encouragement of the mem- bers of his profession, for whom he has performed a service which should not be Ughtly regarded, for the man who writes a law book, with all its dry, uninteresting detail, s worthy to rank with Job for endurance and pa- tlence. High Schoo! Girls to Enter College. ‘The girls’ high school in Brooklyn Se rated among the best in the United States. The June (1916) graduating class consisted of 334. Among the col- ored girls who graduated with fine rec. ords were Marle Moseley, Inez Wil: Hams, Lilian Carnard Dodson, Mamic J. Irving, Emma Pulley, Genevieve Morton and Gladys Brown. Genevieve Morton will enter Pratt institute in September, and Lillian C. Dodson will go to Hunter college, where she matric ulated on Monday, July 10. for the course leading to the degree of bache lor of arts. Research Werk of Education Board. Researches which are being made under the auspices of the general edu cation board for 1916-17 include a study of the progress of the education of the Negro as developed at Hampton and ‘Tuskegee Institutes. Other re- searches are a study of the Gary school system, preparation of # study Into the best methods of training teach- ers for rural schools and @ survey of higher education in Maryland. MELVA L. PRICE. Valedictorian and All Prize Win- ner at Graduation Exercises at Publio Schoo! No. 158, Brooklyn. as ee | (GG Sarg ca pened Sacre Notable among the boys and gi.ls. young men and women who won prizes and scholarships at the recent gradua- tion exercises of the publle and high schools In Brooklyn was little Melva L, Price, the thirteen-year-old daugh- ter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Price. Dur- ing the entire school year Melva re- celved “A” in conduct and “A” in all elasswork, Melva graduated in a class of thirty. seven and was the only colored girl in the class. Because of the high rank she held tn scholarship Melva was se- lected to deliver the valedictory ad- dress at the graduation exercises. Be- sides keeping ahead in her studies she fs active in Sunday school and tem- perance work. She has been the sec- retary of the Friendship Baptist Sun- day school for the past three years, in which capacity she shows marked apt- ftude and executive ability. She is also an active member of the East New York Loyal Temperance legion, which has a large membership. Melva will enter the Bushwick high school in September, where she will pursue the general course of study. Her musical education will be contin. ued under Professor 8. E. Gray of New York city. In speaking of Melva L. Price's achievements George U. Forbell, Esq., who 18 a member of the local school board of the Fortieth dis- trict, had the following to say: “Public school 158, at Belmont ave nue and Warwick street, furnished an unusual surprise at its graduation exercises held here recently. A little girl of the Negro race carried off every- thing in sight, intellectually speaking =little Melva’ Price, as unassuming. modest a miss as ever received a di- ploma. And it was not only the liter. ary, but her manual efforts as well that carried for Melva such high honors. “If a prize was offered for compost- tlor she won it; if an apron had to be hemmed, tucked, herringbone stitched, embroidered or what not, Miss Melva’s touch was the most exquisite. “Miss Melva recited the valedictory to her class, It did not sound like a Tecitation. It seemed ex tempore. “The honors heaped on little Melva Price proved by the spontaneous, hearty, enthustnstle, prolonged ap- plause from pupils and parents allke that equality teigus in the echools.” TEXAS FOLK SONG FESTIVAL. Mammoth Affair Held at Dallas, Tex, ‘Attended by Thousands. ‘The Southern Negro Folk Song festi- val, which opened at the Fair park coliseum, Dallas, Tex., on Wednesday, July 26, for three days, was attended by great crowds of both white and colored people. ‘The festival 1s being held under the auspices of the Texas Normal and Industrial Institute For Colored Youth and ts indorsed by the Dallas chamber of commerce and the Manufacturers’ association. Among the leading artists are Mie. Daisy Tapley of New York, the great: est living -colored contralto soloist. styled as “The Colored Angel of Song.” Mme. Tapley sings in several different languages, having appeared success- fully throughout Europe and the east ‘This 1s her first time to appear in the south. Dr. W. W. Lucas of Meridian. Miss., 1s playing the role of humorist and dialectician, and Mme. Anita Patt! Brown, of worldwide fame as a prima donna coloratura soprano soloist, is be ing heard at her best. Visitors from all parts of Texas and the adjacent states attended In. large numbers. The festival will not only benefit the Texas institute. but the entire community. Southern white peo- ple have had a fine opportunity to see, hear and enjoy muste rendered by the most cultured colored artists of the United States, possibly of the world, but surely equal to the songsters of any race, ; Proaress of the Sons of Virginia. The Society of the Sons of Virginix in Brooklyn is having a healthy growth In membership and finance. At the close of the first six months of 1916 it reported having added thirteen new members out of fifteen applications. The two remaining applicants are to Join on Aug. 3. The record for 1915 Was eleven new members. - Our advice ; THE BETTER BEER = _ You are sure of apprecia- tion from anyone to whom you recommend it. momen) NEW TABLES. FASTCUSHIONS — ! ! 4 | i )E ELITE oe . ae _f Ry Pool and Billiards [iy aa Bk <a] cI0s0N AND YANCY PRoPRieTons. 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Our Laundry Service is Unsur- Passed. Phones Main 5850, Center 822. THE TWIN CITY STAR PUBLISHED 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 Subscription by Mall, Postpaid. ONE YEAR ..... $2.00 SIX MONTHS ..... 1.60 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 contracts. 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 303 S. 5th St. Minneapolis, Minnesota. ROOSEVELT LEADS, WE FOLLOW. The Twin City Star, which has been considered as the leading Negro newspaper of the Progressive Party, and an enthusiastic supporter of Col. Theodore Roosevelt and his policies, continues to follow his lead. We heartily accept the advice of America's greatest citizen, and will support the regular presidential nominee of the Republican National Convention, Hon. Chas. E. Hughes, and do what we can for the success of the Republican ticket. We are not in accord with the entire platform of the party. The suffrage question, as a State's Rights measure, will not give the Negro women of the South a right to vote. We are against any program giving a State a right to over-ride the Constitution. We had hoped to see some plank in its platform recommending legislation to make 'Lynching a Federal Crime.' We cannot get our constitutional rights under State Soverignity, and must rely on Federal legislation and enforcement for our protection. The Republican party has done more for us than any other party and we must overcome its evils with its good; still contending for right and protesting against wrong—believing in Divine Providence and thankful that Col. Roosevelt has accomplished his ultimate purpose, which was also his prophecy—that he would drive out of the Republican party, those who corrupted the principles of the party. We regret the loss of a friend, of our race on the Supreme Bench, by the resignation of Justice Hughes—which gave Pres. Wilson an opportunity to appoint a Democrat—and fate may decree that by his appointment we may have a Justice White or Justice Harlan. Though Democrats they were honest interpreters of the law and spirit of the Constitution. It is up to the Negro to be loyal to himself and the door of hope will soon open to him. We have awaited orders and willingly obey the requests of Col. Roosevelt, who led us into the Progressive Party in 1912, and we return to the Republican ranks under the same leadership and convictions. Let the slogan be "Hughes and Fairbanks must win" and now that the Progressives have accomplished their purpose, we expect a large following, and a return to the Grand Old Party, for its success in November next. PROGRESSIVE TO HELP HUGHES. Congressman Schall Will Stump for Republican Nominee. Congressman Thomas D. Schall, who is running for re-election in the 10th district as a progressive, will campaign for Hughes. He announced this in filing his statement of expenses with the secretary of state for the primary campaign. He said that he already had agreed to make campaign speeches in Maine, Missouri and Kentucky. The Cut Rate Grocery Store is conducted entirely by Negroes. See their Ad and patronize them/ OUR NEW NUMBER The Star Phone is Hyland 5586. SEND YOUR SUBSCRIPTION A REAL NEWSPAPER. A newspaper isn't simply a bare chronicler of events. It is a personality. It comes into your house almost as a member of your family. What sort of a person do you like to have visit you? He ought to be honest, courageous, no hypocrite, and a gentleman, with a real interest in you, ready to lend a hand if you need help. Cheerfulness and good humor are excellent qualities, and a wide range of interests. What do you find in the Twin City Star? It has opinions, of course, and it speaks them out freely. They are its own and they are not influenced by outside interests. The square deal is its platform. In handling news it observes the decencies and amenities of life. It never wantonly brings shame or sorrow to any home. Its advertisements are clean. If the TWIN CITY STAR does not bring you something of interest in any particular issue, it has failed by so much that week. It takes off its hat and apologizes for having bored you as a visitor. But it trusts this doesn't often happen. Not often, does it? Now: Subscribe for it, and pay for it. THE NEGRO EDITOR. the Negro editor has to make much of the news he writes. The social clubs, the 'church, the fraternal organizations, all must feel his guiding hand. He is expected to be in everything and run errands for everyone; send out bills for subscription and have them ignored; do all the lying for harmony's sake, get his dog kicked around, and hold the sack. He is guide, philosopher and friend to those that are in trouble; mentor and admonisher to those that are about to get into trouble. The preacher, the would-be-statesman, the social climber, the dear girls, the wayward boys; he must share all their troubles, he is the confessor, the Negro boomer, and the black goat, the door mat, the rock of refuge, the lacky boy, and the vicarous sacrifice. A Negro editor is the only creature in the wide animal kingdom that needs the wings of a dove, the strength of a lion, the protective odor of a skunk, the smooth crawling belly of the worm of th dust, and the aspirations of a God. He is the only animal that can exist on newspaper, except the Billy-goat. CRIME INCREASING. There is a noticeable increase in crime among the Negroes. Almost daily there are reports of hold-ups by thieving men and women. Strange characters are flocking into the Twin Cities, and the police are unable to locate many of the offenders. The situation is critical, and was caused by negligence on the part of many policemen to investigate conditions. They have been too liberal with the Negro element—and now we have the worst gang of vagrants of any city. A general cleanup should be made. Recently a round-up was made and several whites were arrested. It is the desire of all good citizens, that the law be enforced. Crime among Negroes causes greater race prejudice. The rough and vicious Negro has gained a foothold and his presence is disastrous to all of his race. Thugs, depesters, gunmen and every undesirable finds it "soft" in Minneapolis, because of the existence of dives, buffet flats and other lawless joints. Vag Law should be strictly enforced. The Star has long ago called the attention of those authorities, but they have let matters go so far, that they are now powerless to stop this wave of crime. TO BAPTIST CHURCHES AND PASTORS EVERYWHERE. Don't forget to make an offering for our foreign mission work on the 5th Sunday, July 30th. That Miss E. L. Davis of West Africa writes, "starvation faces me, with 29 children in our Bible and Industrial Academy," should call us to immediate action and our love for Christ surely will force us to help those we sent to Africa. Please let me hear from you on Monday, July 31st. Yours in His service, L. G. Jordon. Foreign Mission Rooms, National Baptist Convention, Ewen Bldg., 701 S. 19th St., Philadelphia, Pa. THE TWIN CITY STAR PYTHIANS HOLD FORTH IN CITY OF BROTHERLY LOVE Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Felicitates With New Jersey Knights. The grand lodge, Knights of Pythias of Pennsylvania, begins its tenth annual meeting in Philadelphia on Monday, July 24. Members of the order in Philadelphia maintain several subordinate lodges and two regiments of the uniform rank. They are sure to give visitors of the state lodges and their fellow members of the order from New Jersey, under command of Brigadier General Fitzgerald, a mighty good time. General Fitzgerald in turn is playing host to the Krystone State Knights by giving them a royal side trip to Atlantic City. The main session closes Friday evening, July 28. Many good results to the credit of the state organization are expected. VALUABLE WORK ON LAW. Estimable Service Rendered by Alfred B. Grossey Lawyers and Lernen B. Cosey to Lawyers and Laymen. Attorney Alfred Bonito Cosey of Newark and the New Jersey bar has compiled for the use of the busy lawyer a compendium of English and American law on title record with practice and procedur supported by English and American decisions. In the preface to his book the author says: "The purpose of this book is to present in a condensed form the origin, history, object, use, constitutionality and construction of the American and English recording and registry laws and record title and index thereof; the distinction between them; when, how and by whom deeds and other written instruments conveying real or personal property or interest therein shall be acknowledged, proved, witnessed, recorded, filed or title registered, the number of witnesses required; with references to American and English statutes and decisions, together with the practice and procedure thereon, and the duties of the recording officer or register." The book contains 415 pages, is cloth bound and looks exactly what it is—a law book—a reference book packed from cover to cover with a mass of useful legal information which every young beginner in the law should have in his library and every old practitioner within easy reach on busy days. Mr. Cosey has rendered a distinct service to the members of his profession in preparing for their use a volume of such incalculable service to lawyers and laymen. To know what to do and how to do it with exactness and certainty is set out with great minuteness of detail in "Cosey on Title of Record." It is the most ambitious undertaking by a Negro disciple of Blackstone in the United States of America. With the exception of a small work by the late D. A. Straker of Michigan this is the first legal work from the pen of a Negro lawyer in this country which has come to my notice, says John E. Bruce "Grit." In Africa, Haiti and other West-India islands Negroes write law books that stand the test of critical examination. The late J. Mensho Larabh" "Fanti Customary Laws" have been adopted by the English courts on the Gold Coast, Africa, as standard authority on native laws. Cosely Hayford's "Gold Coast Native Institutions" is a learned legal definition-interpretation of the tribal laws of West Africa which Englishmen are learning to respect. Mr. Sarbah was in his lifetime acknowledged as the ablest of the many able lawyers on the Gold Coast. Cosely Hayford now occupies that position at the Gold Coast bar. This book of Mr. Cosey's is really worth while. It is a decidedly valuable contribution to our racial literature and should have a wide reading. Every Negro attorney throughout the country should possess a copy of "Cosey on Title of Record." I have known Mr. Cosey for over twenty years and have always believed that he was one day going to do something to make himself famous. He has done the trick and deserves, and should have, the commendation and the substantial encouragement of the members of his profession, for whom he has performed a service which should not be lightly regarded, for the man who writes a law book, with all its dry, uninteresting detail, is worthy to rank with Job for endurance and patience. High School Girls to Enter College. The girls' high school in Brooklyn is rated among the best in the United States. The June (1916) graduating class consisted of 334. Among the colored girls who graduated with fine records were Marle Moseley, Inez Williams, Lillian Carnard Dodson, Mamik J. Irving, Emma Pulley, Genevieve Morton and Gladys Brown. Genevieve Morton will enter Pratt institute in September, and Lillian C. Dodson will go to Hunter college, where she matriculated on Monday, July 10, for the course leading to the degree of bachelor of arts. Research Work of Education Board. Researches which are being made under the auspices of the general education board for 1910-17 include a study of the progress of the education of the Negro as developed at Hampton and Tuskegee institutes. Other researches are a study of the Gary school system, preparation of a study into the best methods of training teachers for rural schools and a survey of higher education in Maryland. Valedictorian and All Prize Winner at Graduation Exercises at Public School No. 158, Brooklyn. A young girl in a white dress stands in front of a table with a book and a small object. She is wearing a white dress with a ruffled collar and a white hat. She is holding a book in her left hand. The background is a plain wall with a decorative plant. Notable among the boys and g.l.s. young men and women who won prizes and scholarships at the recent graduation exercises of the public and high schools in Brooklyn was little Melva L. Price, the thirteen-year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Price. During the entire school year Melva received "A" in conduct and "A" in all classwork. Melva graduated in a class of thirty-seven and was the only colored girl in the class. Because of the high rank she held in scholarship Melva was selected to deliver the valedictory address at the graduation exercises. Besides keeping ahead in her studies she is active in Sunday school and temperance work. She has been the secretary of the Friendship Baptist Sunday school for the past three years, in which capacity she shows marked aptitude and executive ability. She is also an active member of the East New York Loyal Temperance legion, which has a large membership. Melva will enter the Bushwick high school in September, where she will pursue the general course of study. Her musical education will be continued under Professor S. E. Gray of New York city. In speaking of Melva L. Price's achievements George U. Forbell, Esq., who is a member of the local school board of the Fortieth district, had the following to say: "Public school 158, at Belmont avenue and Warwick street, furnished an unusual surprise at its graduation exercises held here recently. A little girl of the Negro race carried off everything in sight, intellectually speaking—little Melva Price, as unassuming, modest a miss as ever received a diploma. And it was not only the literary, but her manual efforts as well that carried for Melva such high honors. "If a prize was offered for composition she won it; if an apron had to be hemmed, tucked, herringbone stitched, embroidered or what not, Miss Melva's touch was the most exquisite. "Miss Melva recited the valedictory to her class. It did not sound like a recitation. It seemed ex tempore. "The honors heaped on little Melva Price proved by the spontaneous, hearty, enthusiastic, prolonged applause from pupils and parents alike that equality reigns in the schools." TEXAS FOLK SONG FESTIVAL. Mammoth Affair Held at Dallas, Tex., Attended by Thousands. The Southern Negro Folk Song festival, which opened at the Fair park coliseum, Dallas, Tex., on Wednesday, July 26, for three days, was attended by great crowds of both white and colored people. The festival is being held under the auspices of the Texas Normal and Industrial Institute For Colored Youth and is indorsed by the Dallas chamber of commerce and the Manufacturers' association. Among the leading artists are Mime. Daisy Tapley of New York, the greatest living-colored contralto solostar, styled as "The Colored Angel of Song." Mime. Tapley sings in several different languages, having appeared successfully throughout Europe and the east. This is her first time to appear in the south. Dr. W. W. Lucas of Meridian. Miss., is playing the role of humorist and dialectician, and Mime, Anita Patti Brown, of worldwide fame as a prima donna coloratura soprano solostar, is being heard at her best. Visitors from all parts of Texas and the adjacent states attended in large numbers. The festival will not only benefit the Texas institute, but the entire community. Southern white people have had a fine opportunity to see, hear and enjoy music rendered by the most cultured colored artists of the United States, possibly of the world, but surely equal to the songsters of any race. Progress of the Sons of Virginia. The Society of the Sons of Virginia in Brooklyn is having a healthy growth in membership and finance. At the close of the first six months of 1916 it reported having added thirteen new members out of fifteen applications. The two remaining applicants are to join on Aug. 3. The record for 1915 was eleven new members. Our advice ZUMALWEISS THE BETTER BEER You are sure of appreciation from anyone to whom you recommend it. GIBSON AND YANCY PROPRIETORS. A COMPLETE LINE OF CIGARS AND TOBACCO. 627-5th St. No., Minneapolis son. N. W. Tel. Main 3136 (Private Booth) John G. Yancy A. E. 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