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DULUTH THE TWIN CITY STAR ST. PAUL VOL. 6 Single Copies 5 Cents MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. DECEMBER, 16 1916. No.44 FARMERS TO MEET AT TUSKEGEE Elaborate Program Prepared For Confrence, Jan. 17. Promoters Plan Agricultural Parade to Show Tuskegee Activities and How Tillers of the Soil Are Solving Their Own Economic Problems-Caah Prizes For Best Farm Products. The annual farmers' conference will be held at the Tuskegee (Ala.) institute for two days, beginning on Wednesday morning, Jan. 17, at 10 o'clock. The agricultural parade will not only include an exhibition of the various activities at Tuskegee institute, but will also, by means of the various floats, show how the new economic conditions are being met by the farmers of the south. The parade will form promptly at 10 o'clock on Wednesday morning and after making a circle of the principal thoroughfares at the institute will conclude its march near the chapel, where the various floats will then be on exhibition. After the parade the visitors and delegates will be escorted through the various industrial and agricultural departments, where demonstrations and exhibitions of interest and instruction will be held. From 12:15 to 1 lunch will be served the visiting farmers and friends, and after lunch the conference proper will open in the chapel with a brief address by Dr. Robert R. Moton, principal. Expressions upon the life of the late Dr. Booker T. Washington and reports from local conferences will occupy important places on the program before the meeting is turned over to a discussion of "The New Economic Conditions Now Facing the South." Raising cotton under boll weevil conditions, diversifying crops and live stock raising are among the many phases of complex situations involved in this new economic condition. The viewpoint of farmers, preachers, landlords, teachers, merchants and bankers upon these subjects, based upon their actual experiences, will lend first hand information, which will be of immense value in reaching some conclusions as to methods. The conference of workers will be held in the assembly room of the Academic building, beginning Thursday morning, the 18th, at 9 o'clock, and will continue till 4 with an hour's intermission for lunch. The subjects for discussion in the morning are: "Health Improvement For Efficiency." "Food as a Factor In Health." "The National Health Week Movement as an Aid to Better Health Conditions." The entire afternoon session will be given over to a discussion of the control of preventable diseases. In connection with the workers' conference a special meeting will discuss the "Life and Conduct of Girls In Boarding Schools." Lady deans from fifty schools have been invited to take a part in this discussion. The Tuskegee institute choir will sing the old time spirituals and plantation melodies. Various national health organizations, the United States government, the Alabama state board of health and some of the largest insurance companies have been invited to send health exhibits for the conference. A special free clinic will be held at the John A. Andrew Memorial hospital during the two days' session, and many prominent specialists will be present to assist Dr. Kenney. Charts containing valuable information regarding crop, health and living conditions are being prepared by Mr. Work, editor of the Negro Year Book. to be displayed in chapel. A unique exhibition will show how Tuskegee institute is solving its own health problem. An exhibition of corn and canned goods will be held in the frame building near the chapel. Prizes will be awarded as follows: For the best corn there will be three premiums of $5, $3 and $2; for the best canned goods also premiums of $5, $3 and $2. Among the persons invited to be present and speak during the conference are Mrs. G. H. Mathis, diversification agent for the Alabama Bankers' association; Bruce Kennedy, secretary of the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce; Dr. Dowling, the famous health specialist of Louisiana; Dr. J. E. McCulloch, secretary of the Southern Sociological congress; Dr. A. M. Moore, who is doing splendid work among the Negro rural schools of North Carolina, and Editor B. J. Davis of the Atlanta independent. ective Page During his early childhood he suffered great privation and lacked many comforts. Atlanta University Half Century Old. Atlanta university has started a financial campaign to raise funds for endowment purposes, to be reported at the semicentennial celebration of the founding of the institution, which will be held in 1917. The first gift from a member of our race was $250 from a person who has children and grandchildren who are graduates of this noteworthy institution at Atlanta, Ga., which has an enrollment of 540 students. JAMES D. CORROTHERS. Author of New Book Entitled "In Spite of the Handicap." Born In the Chain Lake Settlement, Mich., of Scotch-Irish, Indian and Negro Parentage. Man of Culture and Wide Experience. By LILLIAN C. DODSON. "In Spite of the Handicap," a book written by James D. Corrothers. George H. Doran company, New York, publishers, is an unusual production in many ways. It throws much light on conditions in the south which confront intelligent leaders of the race in their contact with their own people. It also contains several pictures of friends and the family of Mr. Corrothers and what one might style a "kodak story of his life." He was born in what is known as the "Chain Lake Settlement," Michigan, July 2, 1809. He lived with his grandfather, who was of Scotch-Irish and Indian blood and who had no Negro blood except through his marriage. His grandfather directed all his energies toward James' education, paying particular attention to his religious training. Soon after he reached his fourteenth birthday it became necessary for him to leave home on account of his grandfather's feebleness and begin to care for himself. He studied such books as he could lay his hands on and soon became very fond of Burns, Heine, Longfellow, Whittier, Tennyson and Goldsmith. While working for a Mr. Phillips of Springfield, O., he was granted the use of his library, and it was then that his first poem, entitled "The Deserted Schoolhouse," appeared in print. The first lines begin: Nested amid the meadowlands An old schoolhouse forsaken stands. A dreary highway runs before etc. The people of Springfield about 1885 were very thrifty and industrious, having built schools, churches and many beautiful homes. The Cleveland Gazette, a weekly newspaper of Springfield, wrought a potent influence in the fight waged for mixed public schools. Through the continued encouragement of members of a Republican club in Springfield Mr. Corrothers kept at his poetry and made several attempts at public speaking. During the time of the Cleveland-Harrison campaign he wrote campaign songs to airs of such old war tunes as "When Johnnie Comes Marching Home" and had them compiled in pamphlet form in order to sell them, but this undertaking proved unsuccessful, chiefly because of poor management rather than lack of merit in the poems. Owing to the kindness and consideration of Mr. Lloyd he secured a position which brought him $10 weekly, a sum which was more than he had ever yet earned in a week. The money thus obtained was used to put him upon his feet again. His work at this office brought him into close relation with Leutenant Governor Bross, who was willing to help him and stand by him, but only upon the ground that he was a Negro and therefore an undeveloped man fitted only for the most humble things in life. Mr. Corrothers appreciated this kindness, but still did not in his estimation hold Governor Bross' judgment of him to be a fair one. Among the friends who helped him in school was his aunt, with Miss Frances E. Willard, Miss Anna Gordon and others. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. DECEMBER, 16 1916. NATIONAL NEGRO BOOK MOVEMENT DESCRIBES SOUTHERN TRIP Editor of the Christian Recorder Tella Philadelphia Clergymen Race is Forging Ahead in "Dixie" In Spite of Great Odds—Colored Children Need to Know Achievements of Their Race. The week of Dec. 17 to 25 is national Negro literature week, according to the decree of Dr. R. R. Wright, Jr., editor of the Christian Recorder, Philadelphia. Dr. Wright has returned from an extended tour of the south, where he visited many of the schools. In addressing the Philadelphia Ministerial association recently he said: "I am amazed at the progress our people are making in the sections I visited in spite of their handicaps. "Much of this progress is due to the splendid devotion and Christian sacrifice of the teachers of the children of our race." Continuing, Dr. Wright said: "One of the handicaps of the colored child is the lack of inspirational books which tell of his own people and their achievements. Too often the boy is kept in ignorance of the splendid achievements of his race, except where the public minded teacher does extra work and puts 'race books' in his hands. In many schools I found a fair collection of books telling about the good things of the Negro race. "In many places I found pictures of distinguished Negroes on the walls of the schools. But I am sorry to say that in some places I found not a single book and not a single picture of a Negro. In one school I found children reading a biography of Thomas Dixon, Jr., the greatest foe of the Negro living, and being taught that the period when Negroes were members of the state legislature was the period of 'the rule of the robbers.' And I asked these children if they had known of a Negro senator or representative, and they could name none. This impressed upon me the need of putting Negro books in the hands of our children, and hence I have asked the public to co-operate with me in the movement to put Negro books in our private libraries, in schools, in Sunday schools. I have written over 10,000 letters, and I have had hundreds of responses." The idea of the national movement for Negro books has had the indorsement of many of the leading institutions of the country. President Dudley of the A. and M. college of North Carolina, President Wilkinson of the A. and M. college, South Carolina; President Young of the A. and M. college of Florida, Professor Kelly Miller of Howard university; Presidents Inborden of J. Kt Brick college, Scarborough of Wilberforce university, Fountain of Morris Brown university, Mance of Allen university, Williams of Paul Quinn college, Kealing of Western university, Moton of Tuskegee; Principals Hunt of Fort Valley Industrial and Hill of Cheyney institute, President Wright of the A. and M. college of Georgia and more than a hundred others have expressed their heart approval of the movement. Leading public school teachers, librarians, authors, musicians and other people of public interest have written Dr. Wright expressing approval and offering co-operation. Editors of many of the leading papers have commented editorially upon the movement—among them the New York News, the New Orleans Southwestern Christian Advocate, the Star of Zion, the Dallas Express, etc. The national book movement is merely, first, a request for every Negro to buy at least one book by a Negro author or a book by a white author about the Negro as a present to himself this Christmas; second, to purchase a Negro book for a friend or a boy or girl who might not be able to purchase such or inclined to do so if able; third, to encourage the putting of Negro books in public school and Sunday school libraries. To this end every public school, college and university is asked to observe Friday night, Dec. 15, as Negro literature night, when some one will speak on Negro literature and funds will be raised to purchase books for the library. Sunday, Dec. 17, is Book Sunday, when every pastor is asked to take a special collection to purchase books for the Sunday school library. During the week at the Book Concern, 631 Pine street, Philadelphia, Dr. Wright will exhibit Negro books, and at each lecture these books will also be exhibited. He has prepared an elaborate list of books of biography, fiction, religion, history, sociology, essays, juvenile, etc., and can supply this list to The first order for books which the Book Concern received was for the Spring Street mission, a work conducted by Quakers for Negroes in Philadelphia, of which Ellwood Heacock, for many years secretary of the Pennsylvania Abolition society, is the leading spirit. This order was for every book on the list which Dr. Wright sent him and amounted to about. $200 worth of books. Mr. Heacock gave hearty indulgence to the movement in this tangible way, because he felt that the Negro can never be the man he should until he increases his racial self respect. Popular Sunday School Congress. Henry Allen Boyl. of Nashville Tenn., secretary of the National Baptist Sunday School congress, has begun preparations for the next annual meeting of the organization on a more elaborate scale than ever before. The popularity of the congress and the benefits received by Sunday school workers who attend the annual meeting make an early announcement of the time and place for the 1917 session very necessary. Marine Mee Give Brilliant Resception. The reception given by the Marine Cooks and Stewards' Association of the Atlantic and Gulf Coast at Manhattan Casino, New York city, on Thursday evening, Dec. 7. was the big social event of the week among hotel employees. The event was in honor of the delegates in attendance at the twentieth annual convention of the International Semen's Union of America. The officials in charge were David E. Grange, chairman; Oswald E. Stone, vice chairman; Harry B. Davis, secretary, and David S. Jackson, assistant secretary. Lynching Record In the United States. The National Association For the Advancement of Colored People shows the negligence of officers of the law who fail to carry out their sworn duty in protecting persons charged with crime from mob violence. Under the heading "Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness," on our own side of the border, among the colored citizens, the association shows that for the past thirty years there have been an average of ninety-two colored persons lynched or hanged without the semblance of a trial to prove their innocence or guilt. ABBEVILLE (S. C.) BUSINESS MEN CONDEMN LYNCHING. Murderers of Anthony Crawford Are Enemies to City and State. The following resolutions were adopted by the business men of Abbeville, S. C., in regard to the prevalence of mob violence in the state and with particular reference to the lynching of Anthony Crawford of that city in October. The resolutions read: We, the citizens of the city of Abbeville, in mass meeting assembled, do hereby express in unqualified terms our disapproval of the recent violent acts of certain persons committed in our community and the spirit of lawlessness that seems rife in the county, resulting in continued acts of lawlessness. Resolved, That the sheriff of Abbeville county, the mayor of Abbeville, the police force and every officer of the county and city be urged to use every effort to enforce the law and to protect the citizens of the town and county regardless of condition or color. Resolved, further, That we do hereby pledge ourselves as individuals to give to the officers of the law our physical support in maintaining the law. Resolved, further, That if it be necessary to carry out this determination the aid of the state and federal government be called in order that every citizen enjoys his rights under the constitution. Resolved, further, That a committee, with Captain J. L. Perrin as chairman, be appointed for the purpose of ascertaining what can be done toward the organization of a local military company for the protection of the citizens of this county and for maintaining order in our midst that this committee be empowered to act in the premises. Resolved, further, That every citizen of the town of Abberville be assured the protection of the men of this meeting as long as he obeys the laws of the state and pursues only his own legitimate business. That every citizen of the town of Abberville be assured the law of Abberville county be called to meet in this court house on next Monday at noon to perfect an organization for enforcing law and order in this county, and that every community in the county be represented at this meeting, and that steps be taken to show to the people of the state and United States the men of Abberville county will defend the law and protect the citizens of the commonwealth in the enjoyment of all rights guaranteed by the law. At the meeting on Nov. 13 the above resolutions were indorsed by prominent citizens from all parts of the county and a committee of twelve men appointed, "who shall have for their duties the furtherance of the ends sought by the meeting by taking up with the citizens of the county the matters discussed and endeavoring to bring about a proper understanding between the people of the county and a due observance of the laws of the land." SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR BUY RED-CROSS SEALS! LEWIS G. JORDAN, D. D. Corresponding Secretary of the National Baptist Foreign Mission Board—Heads Commission of Inspection of Foreign Fields, Which Sails From New York on Saturday, Jan. 6, 1917, For West Africa. PETER H. When a person who has a definite aim sticks to his guns in spite of criticisms and brings things to pass for the good of humanity he deserves credit. For more than a score of years the Rev. Lewis G. Jordan, D. D., has been the correspondent secretary of the national Baptist foreign mission board, now located in the Ewing building on South Nineteenth street, Philadelphia. Twenty-two years ago Dr. Jordan was a comparatively young man of forty-two. In his position as secretary he has done ten men's work and has done it well. He has won international recognition and favor as a true promoter of missions. The national Baptist convention through the foreign mission board carries on mission work in west, south and central Africa, the West Indies and South America. It publishes a monthly paper, the Mission Herald, which is devoted to foreign missions. The man who has the executive handling of all this work in giving information, raising funds and making plans for the going, coming and assigning workers to the various mission stations is Lewis G. Jordan. At the annual meeting of the national Baptist convention held at Savannah, Ga., the convention adopted the recommendation of the board to send a commission to visit its foreign stations, especially in west Africa. The missionaries assigned to South Africa are the Rev. and Mrs. Herbert A. Payne, West Africa, the Rev. Daniel R. Horton. The above named workers, accompanied by members of the commission, among whom are Corresponding Secretary L. G. Jordan, Dr. C. H. Parrish of Louisville, Ky., and Dr. Elizabeth Sykes, will sail from New York on the steamship St. Louis on Saturday, Jan. 6, 1917. The Rev. and Mrs. Herbert A. Payne will join the Rev. J. E. East, superintendent of missions in the Cape Colony district. Dr. Jordan and the Rev. Mr. Horton will go to the west coast to visit and strengthen the workers in that section and to be present at the dedication of the Emily Sanford hall. Secretary Jordan will also attend the meeting of the Native Baptist association. The Rev. Mr. Horton will remain on the west coast to assist in the work now being carried on by the Misses Taylor and Davis, pioneer workers in that region. The denomination throughout the country should show its loyalty to Christ and these noble hearted men and women who are doing so much for the spread of gospel truth in foreign lands. Every state convention, individual church, person and society should send a contribution to the foreign mission board at 701 South Nineteenth street, Philadelphia, toward the expense of the commission and for the support of the missionaries. The Baptists of New York city and vicinity will be at the dock on the morning of Jan. 6, 1917, to bid the commission and the missionaries bon voyage. Christmas Cheer For Poor Children. The workers of the Brotherhood Beneficial association in Philadelphia are making a lively campaign for Christmas toys, goodies and clothing for the less fortunate colored children of the community. George Williams, one of the head workers, is acting as Santa Claus for the society. The public is giving liberally to make the little ones glad on Christmas morn. SMOKE THE RELIABLE SIGHT DRAFT THE BEST 5c. CIGAR DOUGLASS HOME FUND CAMPAIGN SCOPE OF THE MOVEMENT National Association of Women's Clubs Outlines Plan For Paying Off $15,000 Mortgage by Popular Subscriptions. Notable Group of White Women to Aid—Mrs. Talbert's Leadership. BY JOHN E. BRUCE "GRIT." BY JOHN E. BRUCE "CRIT." The National Association of Colored Women, of which Mrs. Mary B. Talbert of Buffalo is president, is making a herculean effort to raise funds to lift the $15,000 mortgage off of the Douglass home at Anacostia, District of Columbia, and the disgrace off the race for which Mr. Douglass suffered insult and contumely at the hands of organized mobs, for its past neglect, apathy and failure to show its appreciation of the greatness of Frederick Douglass, by coming forward now as he came forward in the days when our forbears writhed in chains of slavery, and denounced in virile language the hell black crime of human slavery. These good women of the National Association of Colored Women have or are about to circularize the teachers and pupils of our Sunday schools and day schools throughout the United States urging co-operation with their association by the formation of Sunday school and day school leagues and that the teachers in the schools become members of these leagues and such adult members of the Sunday schools as may be interested in the project. Ten is the number required to form a league. These teachers and others organizing leagues are requested to offer their leagues as a Christmas present to the National Association of Colored Women. This can be done by sending at once for an application blank and the payment of 10 cents per year per capita. No other dues or assessments are allowed or expected. The money thus sent is to be used for postage, stationery and literature, "to make our voice heard," reads the circular before me. And "surely you will realize with us that we need the very closest cooperation during these days in which we are traveling through the wilderness. Our president has issued a call to save the home of Frederick Douglass. We want you to help us save that home. Will you hold a short memorial service on Sunday, Feb. 13, and tell the children something about Douglass, who framed the immortal sentence, "God and one are a majority?" If you love your race and if you are proud of the achievements of its great men and believe in honoring them for the deeds they have wrought send for a program and other details about Douglass day to Mrs. Mary B. Talbert, 521 Michigan avenue, Buffalo. Mrs. Talbert informs me that Mrs. Nettle L. Napier, 120 Fifthth avenue, North Nashville, Tenn., has been appointed special treasurer to receive all contributions for this fund. Mrs. Napier is a daughter of the late Hon. John M. Langston and the wife of Hon. James C. Napier, former register of the United States treasury. Another interesting point in her letter is that among the women affiliating with her organization are a group of the most noted white women in the United States, a few of whose names are as follows: Jane Addams, Zona Gale, Grace Abbott, Anna Strunsky Walling, Katherine Leckle, Rheta Walling, Katherine Leckle, Rheta Chlds Dorr, Miss Fola La Follette, Florence Woolston, Sophronia Breckenridge, Esther L. Kohn, Mary Rozet Smith, Harriet P. Thomas and Anna O'Hagan Shinn. This is a gratifying list and ought to be sufficient to spur our people on in a mighty effort to save the home of Frederick Douglass and to make it the Negro's mecca for generations yet unborn. Every Negro boy throughout this land should be asked to give from 1 to 25 cents as his contribution to this object, and every Negro man and woman with any red blood in their veins ought for their own self respect to give at least $1. There should be a rivalry between the boys and girls of school age to see which can raise the largest subscription toward this fund. I believe our girls could raise $500 more than the boys because they have got more vim and push in them than some of our boys. The contest is on, and time will develop whether we Negroes can do big things in a big way. Douglass was a great leader and a great man, but not ten Negroes in a hundred really know how useful and great he was. We don't read enough about our own leaders. nf OO SOCIAL NEWS EDITOR, - ‘Miss Clara Lucas, $06 Boston Block, Minneapolis. Minneapolis, - - - Minn . NIC. 1873. RAILROAD MEN'S NEWS, Btephen Springer, * Milwaukee Depot, Minneapolis. Send your notes to us by Wedene- aya M. . Send 25 cents in postage stamps for your For Rent Ads. Tf you want notices inserted, spend & cent or two and send your copy —clearly and intelligently written. Owing to the increased cost of pub- Heation, we will NOT accept any ads, unless paid in advance. Agents will please act ‘accordingly. Do not waste your time making “promises to our agents. Send your money by Express or Post’Office Or- der or in cash or postage stamps.” ELKS CHRISTMAS TREE. Ames Lodge of: Minneapolis will have their Annual Christmas Tree at theirhall, Knox Bldg. on Christmas Day. All cWildren present under 12 years will receive presents. A special musical program and other entertain. ment will be provided by Chairman Archer Watkins. ye AMES ELECTS OFFICERS. At the regular ¢lection held on Dec. 14th Ames Lodge of Elks, No. 106, elected the following officers: Geo. W. Bryant, E. R; W. Cratie, EL. K; Wm. McIntosh, E. L. K; Benj. Jones, E. L. K.; Ross Hamil- ton, Tyler; Luke Tishner, Trustee. THE TWIN CITY ENTERTAIN- ERS UNION. TEMPLE HALL 28 Washington Ave. So. CHRISTMAS NIGHE, DEC, 25TH. NEW YEAR'S NIGHT, JAN, 1ST. TWO NEW LAWYERS. - Messrs, Hammond Turner and Glesner Fowler, two young attorneys, have located in the American Bank Bidg., St. Paul, where they will con- duct @ general law office. Mr. Tur- ner is from the Univ. of Minnesota and Mr, Fowler is from the North- western University, Both are promis- ing additions to the legal fraternity ‘and The Star hopes them all success. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION Do not delay in sending in your indebtedness for the Twin City Star. SAVE ONE DOLLAR. See Shaeffer, the Jeweler's ad. and Save One Dollar—Advrtise ment. FORMER PRESIDENT IN BUSI- NESS. ee Mr. James W. Cool, proprietor of the New Shoe Store at 419 Wash- ington Ave, So. was formerly presi- dent of Wiley University, Marshall Texas, and later president of Geo R. Smith College at Sedalia, Mo Both are institutions ~ for Negrc youths: ‘Mrs. R. A. Anderson, who is living in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich, where her husband is in the employ of the D. S. S. and A. Ry., spent several days in our city enroute Chicago, to™visit relatives. She may visit her home in Paducah, Ky. Mrs, Samuel King recently received $300, from Pride of Minn. Lodge’ No. 5, Knights of Pythias, the amount of insurance on her deceased husband. Miss Leola King of Mobile, Ala., is residing with Mr. and Mrs, I. S. Bogie, 616 Tyler St, N. E. Miss King was received as a member of St. Peter A. M. E. Church last Sunday night. Mr. J. P. Durden received the 32° Scottish Rite at Masonic Hall last ‘Sunday. “ Mr. James Taylor, a member oi Gopher Lodge “of Elks of St. Paul, was buried on Dec. 8 He was the owner of Acme Club, and one of the old residents. ? Mr Sylvester W. Oliver has re- turned after a week's stay at the Mudcnre Baths at Shakopee, Minn, He is much improved. Robt. V. Singer, a young man, who conducts an auto livery, was arrested in connection with the robbery of Brown Bros. Mercantile Co. A quan- tity of furs amounting to $2,000 were stolen. Singer was held” under in- “vestigation and released as soon as he proved his whereabouts at the time of the robbery. He has a good feputation and much surprise was eaused by his arrest. Mr. John Washington, of 1500 Penn Ave. No., is on the sick list. THE TWIN CITY ENTERTAIN- ERS UNION TEMPLE HALL . 28 Washington Ave. So. CHRISTMAS NIGHE, DEC, 25TH. NEW YEAR'S NIGHT, JAN.-18T. | MINNEAPOLIS SUNDAY — | FORUM. Tha meeting of jthe Minneapolis Sunday Forum Sunday afternoon Dec. 17, 1916, marks the-close of the present session and the end of the term of the officers now acting. The nominating comimittee will. repor candidates for thé several places tc be ‘filled and to these the Forum membership is previleged -to add others, Mr. RA. Skitiner, a former président of the Forum, will appear upon the program and speak upon “Duty.” - Mr. Daniel Raynor, tenor soloist of the St. Petet A. M. E. Choir, will sing a selected number. Election day is always ‘a lively and interesting period of the Forum's ac- tivity. This added to an attractive program will induce a larger attend- ance than usual. Come early! and have a voice in naming the men and women who will direct the Forum’s course during the coming six’ months at Bethesda Baptist Church, 8th St. bet. 11 and 12 Aves.+3:30 P, M. ‘W. M. Smith, Pres, Mr, W. D. Allen, proprietor of The Golden West Hotel of Portland, Ore. spent a week in the Twin Cities. He is accompanied by fim wife, formerly Miss Lillian Medley of Montreal, Can., and his two children. They are guests of Mr. and Mrs. W. Martin of St.Paul, : ~A DRAMATIC RECITAL. To-Be Given By . PROF. J. W. BUNDRANT ~ Assisted by Local Talent. Mardel Ricks-Bundrant > -Accompariist at STUDIO RECITAL HALL TORSDAY EVE. DEC. 19. TICKETS 50 AND 35c. NAACP. , Mects- New Often The dpcal branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People met last Sunday night at St, Peter A. M. E. Church. Atty. B. S. Smith outlined the work of the Association, and the need of a re- organization of the branch. Fifty- five paid members were enrolled and the following officers elected: Pres., B. S. Smith, V. Pres., W. C. Jeffrey, Treas, Eva B. Walker, Secy, R. A. Skinner. The executive _ committee will be elected at next meeting. If you owe the Star, let us have it now. - PUBLIC STENOGRAPHER. Agent and. Correspondent for” The ‘Twin City Star. Miss Clara Lucas will receive your advertisements and news_ Call on her at’506 Boston Block. She is a com- petent stenographer and will write your letters or handle any business correspondence, All matters confi- dential. THAN’S NEW FEATURE Mr. Clarence Peyton of Chicago, is entertaining at Than’s, Buffet, in St. Paul, and is making a decided hit with the patrons of the cabaret. THAN’S CABARET BUFFET 138 East $rd St, St. Paul. _. NATHAN. TRAVIS, Prop. Mr. Louis Thornton of Faro, N. D., D., is in the city. Miss Lillian Wallace, sister of Mrs. B. J. Wilkinson, 1507 10th Ave. No., is on the sick list. Mrs. Frank Peoples is’ visiting in Maywood and Chicago. Atty. Gale P. Hilyer, left for his former home in Washington, D. C, on Thursday evening to attend the funeral of his mother, Mrs. Andrew Hilyer, who has been ill several months. LIBERAL SUBSCRIPTION OFFER. Special $3.00 Combination. We offer a Combination Subscrip ‘tion to our readers for 1917. We will give you your choice of any Negro NEWSPAPER or MAGAZINE, and THE TWIN CITY STAR, mailed to your address anywhere in the U: S. for THREE DOLLARS. Cash in advance. Get your home paper sent direct to you. Forward all orders to THE TWIN CITY STAR, .... _A BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY. “Wanted—A” Business partner—A Good Chance for a Profitable Invest. ment. Will sell half interest in my Meat Market to a Reliable and Hustling person, who has the cash. Calt at Jemison’s Meat Market, 629 No. Sth St, Minneapolis. H, G. Motley, the barber, formerly at McDews' shop is now located with Mr. Ellis Houston at 252 Fourth Ave. So, He solicits the patronage of the sublienAdsectleasens: THE TWIN CITY STAR : : WELL DRESS OUR UNDERPRICED| wear tarconus ‘When you ‘need yo | ANNEX Overcoat. We solici offer an unusual she NOW OFFERS MARVELOUS) \Voaers and ® Neh VALUES IN DEPEND- |I “Know Row.” I ABLE, SEASONABLE _|*? >#!ld your clothes. APPAREL, TOREDUCE. | 45 5.4 Ave 85, Mf STOCKS QUICKLY. 9 |————— ‘ T. 8. CENTER 2¢ COATS, FURS, DRESSES, SUITS, NW waists, Housz-presses |The Gatewa AND MILLINERY, Meats and Pr We Dell At Low: Prices that the Econom-| 10 HENNED ical can not ‘Afford-to | YOUR TRADE IS fe: CRE T. S. Center 4638: -| ” WALFRID w BE Like | °°." APARTMENT BARGAIN. FOR SALE—Four Flat Apartment Brick building at Sixth.Avenue and Aldrich North. Owner about to leave town. Reasonable terms. In- quire 615 Alrich Avemue North, Modern room, aicely furnished, .near car line. Clean and comfortable. Mrs. S. A. Steele, 818 Emerson Ave. No. Phone Hy. S651. MUST BE SOLD AP ONCE. Seven room modern home, hard- wood floors, hot-water heat, large lot, 3224 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, on easy terms; shown only by appoint- ment. F, D. MéCracken, 410. Court Bik. St. Paul. 4 FOR RENT.—Large front room— Modern, Steam Heat, near car line. Gentleman pfeferred. Mrs. Jos. ‘Thomas, 2801 Portland Ave. Phone, So, 2164, ae FOR RENT.—Seven Room House, in good condition, water and gas, good locality. $16.00 per month. Ap- ply on premises, 1108 E. 36th St, FOR RENT—Kitchen .and Bed Room, Furnished ,or Unfurnished. Single or married couple. Conve- nient and within walking distance. Call Hyland 4323, - + : A Desirable Room, Steam Heated, Modern conveniences, near car line, for a respectable man or man and wife. 3732 Portland Ave. Phone Colfax 1150. DeLEO’S EAT SHOP. Mr. Rufus L, DeLeo; has opened 2 restaurant at 407 Sth Ave. So. He is assisted by~ Madam DeLeo, They have a neat appearing place and wel come the public to inspect the serv- ice and cuisine. Wholesome food at reasonable prices—Advertisement. NORTH SIDE CAFE. The Home of Quality and Services If it comes from the North Side Cafe ‘it must be right. We pride ourselves on our special Sunday Chicken Din- ner, 35 cents. NORTH SIDE CAFE, 723 6 Ave. N. Mesting of Pittsburgh Women’s Clubs | The City Federation of Women's Clubs held a largely attended meeting at the Warren Methodist church, Pitts- burgh, on Friday evening, Dec. 8. The president, Mrs. 8. McClanahan, pre- sided. Mrs. D. E. Lampkin, recently appointed to visit the various clubs, made an interesting report. The or- ganization is doing a splendid co-op- erative work In the community. Southern Laborers Given Employment. ‘Three hundred colored men from the south have secured employment in the milig and factories of Pittsburgh since the first week in November. It is re- ported that more than a thousand men will be given employment in the vari- ous industries in Pittsburgh and vicin- ity before Jan. 1. . | STEWARTS’ EARLY CLOSING. To The Public. According to orders, from the au- thorities, The Twin City Hotel, will be closed at 12 midnight. All pa- trons are advised to Come Early and enjoy the Cabaret Entertainment in connection with our usual service. J. Edward Stewart. Are you a delinquent subseriber? If so, why not send your “subscrip- tion? ni Don't fail to buy Red Cross Seals to aid in the great fgiht against Tuberculosis. i SALESMAN—To sell New Trade Puller to retail merchants.—Fine As- sortment, 10 articles—Not Sold .in Stores—Never Used Before—25e Commission—Paid as Soon as Order is Accepted. Salesman, 106 Schiller Bldg., Chicago. WELL DRESSED. MEN WEAR TAILOR-MADE CLOTHES ‘When you ‘need your next Suit or Overcoat. We solicit your order. I offer an unusual showing of Fine Woolens and a high type of Tailor- ing Service at.a Reasonable Price.— I “Know Row.” I. will be pleased to build your clothes. CLARENCE W. BELL, 244 Sr Ave. 8o,, Minneapolis, Minn, T. S. CENTER 2626 \ . N. W. MAIN 1551 The Gateway Market Meats and Provisions We Deliver : 210 HENNEPIN AVE. MINNEAPOLIS. YOUR TRADE IS SOLICITED eet iiageal T. S. Center 4639: WALFRID WESTMAN Photographer 1425 Washington Ave. So. Minn. Res. Colfax 3596 ‘Hyland 4610 MADAM LIZZIE VAN HOOK onmesitaxina, LADIES TAILORING. | 1006 6th Ave. No. 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 fa Carte Service 7 A. M. to "10 P.M. ; MILES ETHRIDGE, Prop. Look up _ this place NICELY_ FURNISHED ROOMS |: Within Walking Distance 1 THE MODERN HOME 1015 So. Sth St. ~ MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. N. W. Nic. 951 WORKING-MEN’S SOCIAL CLUB FOR MEN ONLY 244 3RD AVE. S. MINNEAPOLIS SYLVESTER W. OLIVER, MANAGER. PHOTOS FOR HOLIDAY PRESENTS The Strand Photo Studio N. W, MAIN 7195 JUST A. JOHNSON 317-319 CEDAR AVE. ‘The Photographer Minneapolis, Minn, geet eee eee . STOP—LOOK—LISTEN THE MINNEAPOLIS ATHLETIC CLUB-BOY’S HOLIDAY PRIZE BALL THURSDAY EVE, DEC. 28, 1916 | 5 AT LANE’S HALL, 8TH_AND ‘NIC. MURRAY'S ORCHESTRA— A TAMDG BATON co Toecsgg ate cat ts torneal Deee' 9 CENTS INNEAPOLIS,MINN. = - i y oe CHAS, J. FORSBERG CLOTHING, SHOES aad FURNISHINGS 305-307 CEDAR AVENUE ERCHANTS PRINTING GO," |,, 7c Bs cost of tiene is bie Ml tJ in disguise to many of our pec It is a lesson in economy taught 1525 5th Street So. - experience to be practiced with 100 Visiting Cards .............$ .75| ficiency, They have too often, 5 cepted the luxuries and rejected 1,000 Business Cards ........2.00) necessities. The tables- are tut i and instead of idolizing the van eee te, Sire ide Yow, ON: rw esthtance: thay. arest alti : realities of life. Put more brain ————————"| your business, and you can and NEWLY OPENED favercome the adversities, that b JEMISON’S MEAT MARKET| vou in every walk of life, » Choice Line of Select Mests, | Tie Twin City Star stands Popular Prices. equal rights for all American citiz lite. ‘ 629 STH ST, NO. BUY RED-CROSS SEALS! The Only Col d MEAT MARKET - IN-MINNEAPOLIS, AT 429 SIXTH AVENUE NORTH "RATE GROGERY STOR P. J. Buford, W. W. Humphrey,” F. L. Jemison Not the biggest but the best. Our prices as low as the re’t. We deliver to all parts of the city. - Call N. W. Main 2515 or Res. Nic. 2421°and the Cut-Rate People will give you prompt service day or night. —— See ee ee Hane! ’ . The Waiters’ and Porters’ Club - GLOVER SHULL, Pres. © 311 HENNEPIN AVE. MINNEAPOLIS. TEODYE BOYD, Secy’ LEE WHEELER, MANAGER c i STEWART’S HOTEL FINEST ESTABLISHMENT OF IT8 KIND IN THE UNITED’ , STATES. ‘Twenty Elegant Steam Heated, Elec tric Lighted Rooms. Free - Bath. Rates Reasonable. Lobby, Reading and Lounging Room, Buffet and Grill Room, Billiard Room, Dining Room, and bath, Private-Dining and Recep- tion Room for Ladies. ‘BARBER SHOP IN CONNECTION A LA CARTE MEALS AT ALL HOURS. BEST SERVICE. POPULAR-PRICE LUNCH. From 12 to 3 P. M. REGULAR DINNER ? StosPM, ~ J, E, Stewart, Prop. 24650 FOURTH AVE. 80. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. | Both’ Phones. | ‘THE SPIRELLA CORSET Mrs. Cora Anderson Carr | 365 Aurora Ave. 'N. W. Dale 1345 St. Paul, Minn. —_—_—————————————— CREOLE HAIR SWITCHES and TRANSFORMATIONS MADE TO ORDER. Prices Reasonable. CALL HY. 5528 MRS. LAURA JONES. ARCADIA RESTAURANT 500 FOURTH AVE. SC. ‘W. 8. Simmonds, Prop. Sunday Service“ SPECIAL TURKEY DINNER Beginning 12:30 P. M. 5 FIFTY CENTS CHICKEN DINNER 35 CENTS The high’ cost of livng is a blessing in disguise to many of our people. It is a lesson in economy tatight by experience to be practiced with ef- ficiency, They have too often, ac- cepted the luxuries and rejected the ‘necessities. The tables- are turned and instead of idolizing the vanities of an existence, they must idealize the realities of life. Put more brains in your business, and you can and will avercome the adversities, that beset you in every walk of life. ‘Tite Twin City Star stands for equal rights for all American citizens, fife. 3 BUY RED-CROSS SEALS! ns ~ , 2. % Py ~ SMOKE THE BEST 5C CIGAR Sight Draft 'W. S CONRAD CO., Distribators | NO. 140. -€. 6th ST, ST. PAUL. NO. 1, WESTERN AVE, MINN. | ‘AMES LODGE NO, 106, ~ 1. B. P.O. E. Wi Meets in the Knox Bldg. ~ 4th St. and 8th Ave. So. * the 2nd and 4th Tues- : ‘days of each month, at 8:30 P.M. AN Elks in good standing are cordially welcomed. Geo. M. Bryant, E.R ¥ ~ ° Wm. R. Morris, Sec’y. 818 Met, L. Bldg. ——————— The Anchor Hilyard Lodge of Ma- sons meets at the Knox Bldg, in the ‘hall used by the Elks and Pythians, 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 $250 Minneapolis -_——<$<<—__. N. W. Phone Nic. 1873 J. M. MORRIS Real Estate Broker Loans Collections 06 BOSTON BLOCK MINNEAPOLIS, 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 $347 _—_———————_—____. Peterson, The Druggist 1501 Washington Ave. Se. TOILET ARTICLES, DRUGS PRESCRIPTIONS. He Solicits You Patronage. _—___.. SPECIAL SAMPLE SHOES. POPULAR PRICED SHOE RE- PAIRING. ‘WE FIX ‘EM WHILE YOU WAIT, Men'e Sewed Soles .........0600+75€ Ladies Sewed Soles ............65¢ Men's Nailed Soles ......50 and: 60¢ Rubber Heels, .....0.... 044560400 Ladies’ and Boys’ nailed soles.....40c SEVEN CORNERS SHOE REPAIR SHOP: 1424 Washington Avenue South. : DR. W. H. WRIGHT. DENTIST. Phone Nie. 1963 111 So. 6thSt Minneapolis, Minn. _—_—_— Phone Hy. 3605, DR. ELLIS BURTON 715 Sixth Ave. No. Minneapolis, Minn. DENTIST, | Graduate Northwestern Dental School of: Chicago, —_—_—_——— SPECIAL AUTO DELIVERY. - The- Cut Rate Grocery'Co., have an auto-delivery. They give quick serv- ice and you can call them to do any light hauling and expressing —Adver- ective Page McCormack Caruso Kreisler Some of the most popular selections by great artists who make records for the Victor It is always a delight to hear the great artists on the Victor or Victrola, and here are ten records which are special "favorites." If you have any of these records in your collection you'll appreciate why they are so popular—and you will want to hear the others. I Hear You Calling Me (Marshall) John McCormack 64120 10 $1.00 Good-Bye, Sweet Day (Vannah) Janet Spencer 64189 10 1.00 Just a-Wearyin' for You (Stanton-Jacobs-Bond) Evan Williams 64389 10 1.00 Stille Nacht, heilige Nacht (Silent Night) (Gruber) In German Julia Culp 64397 10 1.00 Little Grey Home in the West ('Cello obbligato) (Lohr) Alma Gluck 64412 10 1.00 Lucia—Sextette—Chi mi frena (What Restrains Me) Victor Opera Sextette 70036 12 1.25 Humoresque (Dvorak) (Op. 101, No. 7) Violin Mischa Elman 74163 12 1.50 Caprice Viennola (Kreisler) (Violin) Fritz Kreisler 74197 12 1.50 Carry Me Back to Old Virginny (James Bland) Alma Gluck and Male Chorus 74420 12 1.50 Aida—Celeste Aida (Heavenly Aida) Enrico Caruso 88127 12 3.00 Come in any time and we'll gladly play any of these records you want to hear. METROPOLITAN MUSIC CO. Steinway, Ivers & Pond, Ludwig Pianos, Victrolas, Records, Pianola-Pianos, Player Rolls, Sheet Music 41-43 SOUTH SIXTH STREET, MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA Get Your Baggage Direct from Maker NORTHWESTERN TRUNK CO. Retail Store 248 Nicollet Ave. 500 Fourth Avenue So. N. W. PHONE MAIN 3487, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. REGULAR DINNER 25 CENTS W. S. SIMMONS, Prop. SUNDAY SERVICE BEGINS AT 11 A. M. TURKEY DINNER 50c.—CHICKEN DINNER 35c. THANN'S BUFFET Cinical Folk R. N. TRAVIS, Prop. WASHED ROOMS T ALL HOURS Hotel and Cafe Phone: Cedar 9088 Souvenirs for Ladies every Wednesday afternoon and Evening Kidd Mitchell, Prop. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. LADIES SPECIALLY INVITED EVERY DAY. Advertise Here for Good Results THE TWIN CITY STAR selections records great artists on en records which in your collection popular—and you Number Size McCormack 64120 10 $1.00 Jet Spencer 64189 10 1.00 A Williams 64389 10 1.00 Julia Culp 64397 10 1.00 Ma Gluck 64412 10 1.00 A Sextette 70036 12 1.25 Cha Elman 74163 12 1.50 Tz Kreisler 74197 12 1.50 Ale Chorus 74420 12 1.50 ico Caruso 88127 12 3.00 records you want to hear. Victor THIS MASTER'S VOICE Tel. N. W. Main 2634. MURRAY'S ORCHESTRA Music Furnished for DANCES, WEDDINGS AND PARTIES 2721 10TH AVE. SO., MINNE- APOLIS. If You're in SIOUX FALLS, S. D. You'll find Comfort at WYATTS' ROOMING HOUSE (Exclusively for Colored People.) 229 West 6th St. Barber Shop—Cigars C. J. (Kid.) Wyatt, Prop. PENTICOSTAL. Peoples Christian Assembly. 1204 Washington Ave. So. Services Sunday—11 A. M. Sunday School—1.30 P. M. Praise Meeting—3 P. M. Preaching—8 P. M. ELDER G. W. MITCHELL, Pastor. Assisted by Mrs. G. W. Mitchell. Comel and Serve the Lord. ST. JAMES A. M. E. CHURCH, 407 5th Ave. So. Morning Service 10:45. Class Meeting 12 M. Sunday School 1 P. M. Evening Service 7:45. Wednesday evening, Prayermeeting 8 o'clock. BETHESDA BAPTIST CHURCH 1120 Eight St. So., Minneapolis. Service, Sunday 11 A. M. and 8 P. M. Sunday School 12:30 P. M. B. Y. P. U. Society 6:45 P. M. Prayer meeting Thursday 8 P. M. Rev. D. E. Beasley, Shepherd, 905 Marion St., St. Papl. Phone: Jackson 2079. ZION BAPTIST CHURCH. 7th Ave. North and Hoag St. Rev. M. W. Withera, 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. 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 MISS ROSALIE I. SINGLETON Graduate of the Emerson Institute Pursued College Course at Talladega College and Received Her Training For Social Service at Fisk University. Leader In Community Work at New Orleans. 10 New Orleans, La.-The National League on Urban Conditions Among Colored People may well congratulate itself on the fact that it is doing a work for the race that is not duplicated by any other organization. The fruitful efforts of the league are shown in the activities of several persons who are at present engaged in gainful occupations. For instance, Miss Rosalle I. Singleton, who has recently taken up community work in connection with Straight college and the co-operation of three Congregational churches of New Orleans (Central, Howard and Beecher), has been well trained for her work by practical experience. Miss Singleton has come to her present position by doing hard and faithful work. Entering school late, before she reached the fourth grade in a private school of Mobile, Ala., she was compelled to discontinue her education because of lack of funds. After an interval of three years she entered Emerson institute and worked her way through, completing her high school education there in 1911. Because of her ambition for a college education, by the help of friends she was able to enter Talladega college as an aled student. At Talladega during her senior year, after she had looked up some poor children at Christmas time, she gave up the idea of becoming a secretary of the Young Women's Christian association and decided to fit herself for social service. In order to carry out her plans she thought of teaching several years in order that she might get the money to receive social service training. About this time Miss Singleton learned of the fellowships for training social service workers offered at Fisk university by the National League on Urban Conditions Among Colored People. Her application was accepted because of her previous record, her qualities of character, her earnestness of purpose. She therefore spent a year in social service training at Fisk. While at Fisk the work at the Bethlehem House, the settlement operated jointly by the woman's missionary council, the M. E. Church South and Fisk university, gave her the training which she is beginning to put into practice now. At the Bethlehem House she learned how to organize and conduct clubs and classes of various kinds. She did friendly visiting into the homes of the people and received much valuable experience as a relief worker in the great East Nashville fire of last March. Miss Singleton is beginning to use all of that experience in her present work in New Orleans. She is co-operating with Straight college and the churches of this city. She is endeavoring to make the life of the community better by organizing clubs among both old and young, conducting cooking and sewing classes and by promoting clean and wholesome play and recreation among the children and young people. The National league's northern headquarters are at 2303 Seventh avenue, New York. WELL MANAGED INSTITUTE. Collegiate School at Institute, W. Va., Doing Efficient Work. Notable progress is being made this term at the West Virginia Collegiate institute at Institute, W. Va. The president of this thrifty school, Professor Byrd Prillerman, has used every available means to put the work on a substantial basis, and he has succeeded admirably. Less than two years ago the institution was raised to college rank and now has thirty-three students doing college work out of an enrollment of 386, which is the largest in the history of the school. The number of students in the college department not only shows the wisdom of the governor and other state authorities in raising the school to college rank, but shows high appreciation on the part of our young men and women of the opportunity afforded to pursue the higher branches at their own state institutions. The first three months of the present school year register the most commendable effort on the part of President Prillerman and faculty to get the very best results from students in all departments. Graduates, of the institute consider it an honor to advance from the normal to the college grade at their alma mater. This is a noteworthy sign of progress and confidence on the part of students in the ability of the institution to meet their needs. PUSHING WORK FOR MEMORIAL FUNDS Effort to Honor Dr. Washington's Memory Succeeds. President and Secretary of the Tuskegee Institute to Speak at Several Meetings While on Northern Tour In November—Many Examples of Race Loyalty Are Shown. Tuskegee Institute, Alabama.—So well was the memorial fund campaign organized in Dallas, Tex., that, although $500 was pledged, the movement had received such impetus that when the final counts were made recently Dallas had given $525.31. Churches, societies and loyal individuals worked with unfagging enthusiasm for the success of the fund throughout the campaign. Dr. R. T. Hamilton, the chairman of the committee, well deserves the following compliment, which was paid him by one of the pastors of his city, who said: "The Dallas committee was requested to raise $500. This has been done, and Dr. R. T. Hamilton well deserves the credit for securing it. He has gone about the work from the very beginning with enthusiastic interest and has spared no time or energy in visiting individuals, lodges and churches and speaking a good word for the success of the campaign in Dallas." Announcement has already been made of the $2,000 which was recently sent from the colored people of New York city—$1,000 through the memorial fund committee and $1,000 from the Southern Beneficial league, an organization composed of colored people who formerly lived in the south, but are now residents of New York. Mr. Thomas W. Grigsby is president of the Southern league. Enthusastic meetings in the interest of the memorial fund have been planned for New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington. These meetings were fortunately arranged at a time when Dr. Robert R. Moton, principal, and Mr. Emmett J. Scott, secretary," are scheduled to be in New York city on business for the school, and they have arranged to be present at these meetings on their way south the latter part of November. These meetings and the response referred to above are in thorough accord with the outlook referred to in a previous article, when it was predicted that the coming of fall would mean the revival of interest in the movement. Committees in many other cities are meeting regularly and planning the most thorough campaigns to raise suitable sums to represent their cities It has been most encouraging to receive letters from various workers who are interested in the success of this worthy cause. In all the letters received here there is interwoven an appreciation of the race pride which is involved in this effort among the colored people. For example, Rev. Aaron G. Thomas, pastor of the Second Baptist church, Okolona, Miss., writes: "I am glad to know that our white friends have given more than a half of the amount which they were asked to give to the memorial fund and regret that the colored people's response is less than a fifth of the amount they were asked to give. Knowing as we do of Dr. Washington's devotion to the cause of humanity, as exemplified by his unselfish labors both for our race and for our nation, it is disappointing that our people have done so little toward raising their $250,000, which is only an eighth of the amount." In addition to the inspiring letters from friends in the United States, we have also received this encouraging word from a colored lady in Alaska: "I just learned tonight of a memorial to the memory of Dr. Booker T. Washington being secured from the colored people and will inclose $10 in my next letter for the fund. We have nothing but gold on hand at present, but will remit when I can get some currency from the mint at Seattle." Altogether the outlook is most promising for a good response from the colored people before the end of the year. Now that the election is over things will settle down to normal and many of those who are now dividing their attention between politics and business will be able to renew their efforts in behalf of the memorial fund. "The campaign is an education for the colored people in self dependency, and I feel sure that they are going to do their part," writes one of the Tuskegee trustees, and this sentiment is being reflected every day in the letters and efforts of our people. Hinton D. Alexander's Notable Career, Hinton D. Alexander of Chattanooga, Tenn., who recently celebrated his thirty-third anniversary as a letter carrier at the Chattanooga postoffice, is one of the best known men on the force. He is not only known for his promptness in reporting for duty, having to his credit the distinction of not being late once during his tenure of service, but he is noted as one of the original members of the Fisk jubilee singers of Fisk university. This company of singers made a tour of Europe more than forty years ago, appearing before the rulers of the different countries. Fisk university is proud of Mr. Alexander's record. Gems In Verse THE sun hath shed us kindly light. Our harvesting is gladly o'er. Our fields have felt no killing blight. Our bins are filled with goodly store. We feel that had our merits been The measure of thy gifts to us. We, erring children, born of sin, Might not now be rejoicing thus. No deed of ours hath brought us grace. When thou wert nigh our sight was dull. We hid in trembling from thy face, But thou, O God, wert merciful. Thy mighty hand, o'er all the land Hath still been open to bestow Those blessings which our wants demand From heaven, whence all blessings flow. Thou hast, with ever watchful eye, Looked down on us with holy care And from thy storehouse in the sky Hast scattered plenty everywhere. Then lift we up our songs of praise To thee, O Father, good and kind. To thee we consecrate our days. Be thine the temple of each mind. With incense sweet our thanks ascend. Before thy works our powers pall. Though we should strive years without end. We could not thank thee for them all. —Paul Laurence Dunbar. HARVEST SONG. THE harvest fields again are white. Once more is heard the reaper's song. Oh, for the glory of this sight. We toled and prayed the Father long! The grain that stands ripe mile on mile Was once a hope beneath the sod. And now its richness makes us smile. And well we know that God is God. We now can gather in at last The wealth our toiling summer brought. For this we faced the hot wind's blast, And this is the dear reward we sought. So let the reapers sing and sing In all the fields so golden white, And unto God praise let us bring For all that now doth bless our sight. —George Lawrence Andrews. PERSEVERANCE. A swallow in the spring Came to our granary and 'neath the eaves Essayed to make a nest and there did bring Wet earth and straw and leaves. DAY after day she tolled With patient art, but ere her work was crowned Some sad mishap the tiny fabric spoiled And dashed it to the ground. SHE found in ruin wrought, But, not cast down, forth from the place she flew. And with her mate fresh earth and grasses brought And built her nest anew. BUT scarcely had she placed The last soft feather on its ample door When wicked hand or chance again laid waste And wrought the ruin o'er. BUT still her heart she kept And toled again, and last night, hearing calls, I looked, and, lo, three swallows slept Within the earth made walls. WHAT truth is here, O man! Hath hope been smitten in its early dawn? Have clouds o'arcast thy purpose, trust or plan? Have faith and struggle on! -R. S. B. Andros. BROWN EYED DICK. HE is just a common mongrel, But has eyes of silky brown That are scintillating magnets As he goes around the town. He is always kind and friendly To the children when they meet. And they hall him as a comrade As he passes on the street. He is never in a hurry, Never chases cats around. Never lounges in the places Where contentious dogs are found; Has no master, has no kennel, Has no home to call his own; Has no pedigree to back him— Just as Brown Eyed Dick is known. But to know him is to love him As you would a human friend. For the slightest act of kindness He is grateful to the end. His expression is enticing. And his courtesy is grand. For those brown eyes speak a language That all hearts can understand. Not a dog in town molestes him As he goes his quiet way. Charming all with gay good humor, But too dignified to play. Those brown, scintillating magnets And his gentle nature blend In a pleasing combination That has made the world his friend. -Jake H. Harrison in Our Dumb Animals. IF ONLY?— SAYS the city bred girl, "Oh, the exquisite farm!" Says the farmer's wife, "Only the city has charm!" Says the millionaire's daughter, "I wish I were poor!" Says the waft, "I'd be happy with money, I'm sure!" It's exactly plain that the heavenly spot is particularly the place where at present we're not. And there never was bog hole or ditch to be found That distance refused to name coveted ground! -Jane Burr. RHAP8ODY. WHEN all is cooked and all is eaten There is one ple that can't be beaten. When all is said and all is thunken There is no ple that equals pumpkin. PUBLSHED EVERY FRIDAY BY CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, 305—So. Fifth Street. Minneapolis, Minnesota. Battered in the Post Office at Minneapolis as second class matter. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION ONE YEAR ..... $2.00 SIX MONTHS ..... 1.60 THREE MONTHS ..... .65 ADVERTISING RATES. One Inch—1 Insertion—One Dollar. Liberal discount given on 3, 6, 9, Montha, or 1 year contracts. Want Ads .....Twenty-five Cents Reading Notices, per line, Five Cents Wedding Announcements, Fifty Cents Card of Thanks .....One Dollar, Un Memoriam .....One Dollar Business Announcements, One Dollar Death Notices .....One Dollar We do not run free ads, or over-run the time contracted by our advertisers We respect their right to advertise at intervals, and rather have them do so, than to run continuously an "adv." and an increasing account. Write all Checks payable to Minneapolis, Minnesota The Star Phone is Hyland 5580. PANTAGES BARS NEGROES Leral Action Taken. The management of the Pantages Theatre in this city has repeatedly refused to allow Negroes to occupy seats on the first floor of their building, and they have made it a practice of seating them in the balcony. Atty. R. A. Skinner, a young practicing lawyer, had been refused, also several other respectable persons on account of their color. Messrs. L. C. Valle, Oscar G. Price, Dr. W. Ellis Burton and Miss L. O. Smith were refused admission, having in their possession tickets for seats they were not allowed to occupy. Atty. Skinner has brought suit, and will be assisted by Atty. Brown S. Smith. They intend to make a strong legal fight to overcome this discrimination. A series of suits will be brought individually, and they will present this case to the Grand Jury. Mayor elect Van Lear is expected to tell those proprietors, who draw the color-line, "just where to get off" and his attention is called to The Pantages Theatre. POPULARITY OF RED CROSS SEALS INCREASING. Minnesota citizens show a greater interest in the war against Tuberculosis each year. RED CROSS SEALS are sold each holiday season to raise local and state funds for the fight against tuberculosis. Each year there is a gain of 50% over the number sold in previous years, as the following figures announced by the Minnesota Public Health Association show: Red Cross Seals sold in 1913 ..... 1,000,000 sold in 1914 ..... 2,000,000 sold in 1915 ..... 3,000,000 sold in 1916 should reach the six million mark. Encourage the young people, who are interested in church and social work. They need the advice and assistance of those, who are older and more experienced. Instead of such being the case; it is often that rivalry and agitation results, when the young people make a better showing than the older element. Their is much talk among a few Negro supporters as to what Mayor elect Van Lear will do. Some lay claims to "opening a club" and many others to "appointment as detective". Well, it is certain that Mr. Van Lear can see that the Negroes get treated as other citizens and are accorded equal privileges in public places. The rapid growth of discrimination is a matter of vital importance now. We believe that Mr. Van Lear will do much to make the Negroes better citizens by giving them legitimate representation in city affairs and that he will do nothing to add to their degradation by permitting any more clube or buffet flats. It is about time that Negroes 'demand those things which advance them, and if they make proper showing Mr. Van Lear will give them due recognition. LEAGUE ISSUES ANNUAL REPORT National Body Deals With Many Complex Problems. YEAR OF BIG UNDERTAKINGS Organization, Formed Six Years Ago Becomes Potent Factor In the Industrial Life of the Race—Operates Branches In Twenty Cities—Furnished Employment For 458 Students. New York.—The National League on Urban Conditions Among Colored People, with headquarters in this city, issued its sixth annual printed report early in December. The report covers the activities of the league for the fiscal year, including bright bits of its history during the past five years. Under the national features of the league are recorded the observance of national Negro health week, which was conducted by all the league's various branches. Lectures on the causes of migration to cities, at some large universities and schools of the south, addresses and conferences held on welfare work by representatives of the league in New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, New Jersey, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, Delaware, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Illinois, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Alabama and Tennessee are reported. The national work embraces also the formation of organizations in Detroit, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh, Huntsville, Ala., and Memphis, Tenn., and the prosecution of plans for movements in Cincinnati, Chicago, Washington and Jacksonville, Fla. The league is now working in twenty cities. In 1915 a bureau to assist Negro graduates of schools and colleges to get adjusted to positions suited to their training was opened at Nashville, and applications from forty workers and twenty-three requests from institutions and organizations for trained workers were received. An interesting account of the efforts of the league to broaden the field of employment for colored people, especially as it relates to work obtained for students from southern agricultural schools and colleges in the tobacco fields of the Connecticut valley, is told. The success of this venture is seen in the fact that 458 students were able to receive sufficient-compensation to help with their tuition upon returning to school in the fall. Two hundred and thirty-six men and women were sent from New York and vicinity, who obtained permanent work in this same capacity. For the past five years the league has given opportunity to two young people to study social sciences at the New York School of Philanthropy and Columbia university, furnishing them necessary funds to defray actual living expenses while prosecuting their studies. Upon completing their work in New York they have been sent to social service positions in various communities. Forrester B. Washington, 1915-16 fellow, is now secretary of the Detroit League on Urban Conditions Among Negroes, a report of this organization being given in the league's annual report. Fellowships are also given to worthy students at Fisk university, when they have shown an inclination toward social work. In New York the league continued its work with girls and boys, assisting 266 boys and 199 girls from the children's courts, public schools and other sources. The Junior Park Protective league in Harlem, which was continued last year, met regularly and was directed in drills by police officers from the Thrityleighth precinct. Among other New York features may be mentioned the organizations of workers, the creating of employment opportunities, assistance in the enforcement of housing regulations, the maintenance of Valley Rest Convalescent home, which during last year accommodated 769 women patients. It is interesting to note that members of the league are serving on the board of fifteen organizations that are working among colored people in New York city and that the co-operation received through this affiliation serves as an excellent medium through which the league accomplishes much of its welfare work. A total of 1,600 cases were disposed of during the year, and 1,874 separate jobs were given to worthy individuals. The report contains also a summary of the work done in Brooklyn, Nashville, Philadelphia, with the Armstrongong Association and the Association For the Protection of Colored Women, Richmond, Savannah, Augusta, Huntsville, Ala.; Atlanta, Louisville, St. Louis, Detroit, Pittsburgh and Norfolk. A total of $31,260.87 was handled by the league last year. About two-fifths of this amount was handled for special work in connection with the securing of laborers for the tobacco fields in the Connecticut valley, the maintenance of a convalescent home and the furnishing of mechanics for a pump corporation in western Massachusetts. The officers of the league are: L. Hollingsworth Wood, president; John T. Emlen, vice president; Kelly Miller, vice president; Robert R. Moton, vice president; William H. Baldwin 3d, secretary; A. S. Frissel, treasurer; Victor H. McCutehon, assistant treasurer; Eugene Kinckle Jones and George Edmund Haynes, executive secretaries. THE TWIN CITY STAR SUNDAY SCHOOL. SUNDAY SCHOOL. Lesson XII.—Fourth Quarter, For Dec.17,1916. Text of the Lesson, Rev. xxI, 1-4, 22-27 — Memory Verses, 3, 4 — Golden Text, Rev. xxI, 3 — Commentary Prepared by Rev. D. M. Stearns. The topic of this lesson is "The Holy City," but only the first two verses and the last verses refer to the city. Verses 3 and 4 refer to this earth when it shall be a New Earth wherein dwelleth righteousness (verse 1; II Pet. lii, 13; Isa. lxv, 17; lxvI, 22). Only in these four passages do we read of the new earth, and it is possible that the passages in Isaiah refer to the millennial earth when the devil shall be bound in the bottomless pit for a thousand years (Rev. xx, 1-6), while the other two may refer to the ages beyond the millennium. The time will come when this earth, so long cursed by sin and Satan, shall be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord, and the nations shall learn war no more (Num. xiv. 21; Isa. ii. 4; xi. 9; Hab. ii. 14; Mic. iv. 9). A king shall reign in righteousness, and the result will be peace, quietness and assurance forever (Isa. xxxii. 1, 17). The way in which God will bring this all to pass it so plainly written that only those who refuse to believe that God means what He says can fall to understand it. Following the letters to the churches of last week's lesson, we see in chapters iv and v the completed church gone from the earth to be with Christ in glory, and we do not find the church again in the book till we come to the marriage'of the Lamb in chapter xix and then the return of Christ in glory, as the rider upon the white horse, accompanied by all the armies in heaven, to bind the devil, send his associates to the lake of fire and set up His millennial kingdom of righteousness. The church being taken away, we have in chapters vi to xviii, inclusive, an account of the great day of the wrath of the Lord, of which the prophets have so much to say—the time of tribulation such as never was and never will be again (Dan. xli, 1; Jer. xx, 7; Matt. xxiv, 21; Rev. xvi, 18, 19), which the Lord shall put an end to by His coming in glory. In those days the nations shall gather under one leader against the Lord and against His people Israel (Rev. xli, 4-8; xvii, 12-14), and this leader shall be worshiped by all the world, all whose names are not in the book of life, and he shall be the devil incarnate, the antichrist. No such person is yet in sight, and there is as yet no nation of Israel against whom they will gather, but many things may develop from the present European conflict. After the church shall have been taken and the tribulation begun a great multitude from all nations shall be saved who are said to come out of the great tribulation (Rev. vii, 14, R. V). Many of these may have to seal their testimony with their blood. Then in chapters vii, 1-8; xiv, 1-5, we read of 144,000 of the twelve tribes of Israel who are neither the church of chapters iv and v nor the tribulation saints of chapter vii, but just what they are said to be-sealed ones of the tribes of Israel who will have their own place in the kingdom. By the judgments of the tribulation period this great age shall close and a new age begin, with Jesus Christ as Israel's Messiah on the throne of David, as we shall see in our next lesson. Then He shall begin His reign, which has not yet begun, for He is on His Father's throne, waiting for the time when He shall come to His own throne and reign till He shall have put all enemies under His feet. The last enemy to be destroyed will be death (Rev. ill, 21; I Cor. xv, 25, 26). From Isa. lxv. 20-22, it looks as if there would be death during the millennium, but not as now, for one dying then at the age of 100 will be said to die in childhood, and many may live right through, but in the new earth after the thousand years, when the tabernacle of God shall be with men and He shall be as familiar with men on earth as He was with Adam and Eve in Eden, then on this earth there shall be no more death, neither sorrow nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain, "and there shall be no more curse, but the throne of God and of the Lamb shall be in it, and His servants shall serve Him" (chapters xxl, 3, 4; xxli, 3-5). Now, as to the holy city, the new Jerusalem, the bride, the Lamb's wife, which shall need no light of sun or moon, because the glory of God and the Lamb shall be the light of it and in the light of which the saved nations of earth shall walk and shall bring their glory and honor into it (xxi, 2-9, 11, 22-20). I can only gaze and gaze and wonder and adore until I shall find myself dwelling in it as my eternal home. It is described as to its form a perfect cube, 1,500 miles long and broad and high (verse 10), reminding us of the holy of holies in the tabernacle and in the temple, each of which was a perfect cube as to form and in which there was no light but the glory of God above the mercy seat between the cherubim. What may be signified by foundations garnished with all manner of precious stones, walls of diamond, gates of pearl, streets of gold. I expect some time to understand better than I do now, and, dear reader, you will be there, too, if only your name is in the book of life (xxi, 27; Luke x, 20). HOLIDAY PRESENTS DIAMONDS, ..WATCHES, CUT GLASS, JEWELRY AND . TOILET SETS. Diamond Rings from $10.00 Up Watches from $5.00 Up. Watch Bracelets from $5.00 Up Toilet Sets from $4.00 Up Bracelets from $2.00 Up. EVERY ARTICLE WARRANTIES EXPRESSLY AS REPRE- S. 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