Twin City Star

Saturday, July 28, 1917

Minneapolis, Minnesota

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MINNEAPOLIS THE TWIN CITY STAR MINNESOTA HISTORY ANNIVERSARY OF OLDEST JOURNAL Christian Recorder Survivor of Early Race Papers. EDITED BY EMINENT MEN African Methodist Episcopal Church to Recognize Services of Its Great Organ, Founded Sixty-five Years Ago, by Holding a Big Celebration—Dr. R. R. Wright's Leadership Noted. Members of the African Methodist Episcopal church are making preparations to celebrate the sixty-fifth anniversary of the Christian Recorder, published at Philadelphia. The anniversary will be held during the last week in July. At the recent meeting of the bishops held at Wilberforce, O., a proclamation was issued calling upon R. B. WRIGHT, PH. D. the members of the church and its friends to celebrate this anniversary in appropriate fashion. The Christian Recorder is the oldest race journal now in existence. It was founded in 1852 in Philadelphia, where it has existed ever since. It is the only race newspaper which helped to fight for the abolition of slavery which is now in existence. Some of the most brilliant men of the race have filled its editorial chair. Its first editor was Rev. Marcellus M. Clark, who was one of the very few Negroes to graduate from college during the first half of the nineteenth century; then followed Rev. (afterward bishop) Jabez P. Campbell, Rev. Elisha Weaver, Rev. (now bishop) B. T. Tanner, Rev. (now bishop) B. F. Lee and Rev. H. T. Johnson. The present editor is Rev. R. R. Wright, Ph. D., who serves in the double capacity of editor of the Christian Recorder and manager of the Book Concern. When Dr. Wright was made editor at the age of thirty he was the youngest man ever so honored by the church, though from the point of view of education he was one of the best prepared, having made for himself quite an enviable record as a writer on sociological topics prior to his election to this position. He is a doctor of philosophy from the University of Pennsylvania and studied in the universities of Berlin and Leipzig, Germany. The Christian Recorder is the national organ of the A. M. E. church and is circulated in all parts of the United States, in South America and the West Indies and South Africa and numbers among its contributors some of the ablest men and women of the race. According to the bishops' proclamation every one of the 7,000 African Methodist churches is called upon to celebrate this anniversary in a very tangible and helpful way by helping to pay off the debt of $15,000. Indications are that this debt will be paid off on the day named, the fifth Sunday in July. Already many have subscribed, many of the bishops themselves leading off with $100 or more. General officers have subscribed, and leading men, both ministers and laymen of the church, in Georgia, Texas. Florida, Kentucky, Tennessee, South and North Carolina and other states have subscribed from $5 to $100. The purpose is to pay off the debt so that it will give Dr. Wright opportunity to develop a paper in keeping with the greatness of the A. M. E. church and give it a subscription list of 100,000. On July 20 there will be a special program in all of the 6,000 African Methodist Episcopal churches of America. On that day it is expected that the Book Concern will be paid out of debt. A book will be printed later on giving the history of the Book Concern and the name of every person who contributed $1 to help liquidate the debt. A beautiful two color certificate with historic pictures will also be given to those subscribing certain amounts. This is expected to be a great day in the African M. E. church. Subscriptions are coming in rapidly, and over $4,000 has already been subscribed. Bishops Coppin, Johnson, Hurst and Connor have subscribed $100 each and others smaller amounts. Dr. Wright makes it clear that none of the money asked for is for current expenses. The business is self supporting, and the debt is being slowly cut down and improvements made, but opportunities are so large that Dr. Wright has asked that the debt which was on the business when he came as manager be erased. VETERAN EDITOR HONORED. William H. Steward Given LL. D. Degree by an Alabama College. Normal, Ala.—A newspaper man is sometimes treated to a taste of the good things he hands out so prodigially to others. It is especially fitting to hand out nosegays to journalists when they belong to that revered class of race builders of which William H. Steward is a conspicuous example. Mr. Steward is the editor of the American Baptist, Louisville, Ky., where it has enjoyed a continuous existence since 1879. This makes Mr. Steward practically the dean of journalism among us. The late Booker T. Washington once styled Mr. Steward as the "race's greatest layman," a psmith always with preachers. At the A. and M. college here Mr. Steward recently delivered the Founders' day address, and, although the speaker modestly disclaimed all pretensions to being an orator, the speech was pronounced by faculty, trustees and student body to have-been one of the most practical, helpful and inspiring deliverances heard in the southland in many a day. The authorities of the school united in a request to have Mr. Steward return for the recent commencement exercises, but business engagements made this impossible. Nevertheless in his absence the board of trustees and faculty conferred upon him the honorary degree of doctor of laws, an unusual compliment. The degree of A. M. was conferred upon Mr. Steward some years ago. Prosperous Year For Georgia Masons. At the forty-seventh annual communication of the Masonic grand lodge of Georgia, held the latter part of June at Augusta, Dr. H. R. Butler, grand master, was re-elected for another year. The reports showed an increase in membership, finance and new local lodges set up during the year. NEW HISTORY AND MANUAL FOR NOTED SECRET ORDER Knights of Pythias Enriched by Work Covering Its Various Branches. A history and manual of the Colored Knights of Pythias, printed by the National Baptist publishing board of Nashville, Tenn., and sold by the Central Regalia company of Cincinnati is just off the press. The book contains 109 pages, giving a complete history of the supreme lodge, all grand lodges, the U. R. K. of P., the supreme court and all grand courts of Calanthe and biographies of many Pythians and Calantheans of note. Among the interesting things found in the book are the following: The origin of each department of the order, with the story of the handicaps and hindrances from without and within which annoyed the ploneers in this work; complete statistics showing the growth of the order in each state; a textbook of forms used in dedicatory services, installation services, memorial services, funeral services, drama of Damon and Pythias, suggestions for orations, sermons and essays, pictures of the various halls and buildings owned by the order, photographs and biographies of many eminent Pythians, Calantheans and uniform rank officers in the several states. Newspaper Men Meet at Chattanooga. The executive committee of the National Negro Press association is shaping plans for a big meeting of editors and publishers, to be held at Chattanooga. Tenn., at a convenient time during the three days' meeting of the National Negro Business league, Aug. 15 to 17, inclusive. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. WILL FIGHT, BUT REFUSE FARM WORK Lewis Declares Negroes Will insist on Full Equality. Boston Post, July 19, 1917. "We might as well inform the government of the United States now that we will fight to the death, but we will not farm for one minute," declared former Assistant U. S. District Attor- HON. W. H. LEWIS. Ex-Asst. U, S. Attorney General and Former Member of Massachusetts Legislature. ney William H. Lewis, speaking in behalf of the colored race last evening in Faneuil Hall at the Fort Wagner celebration. "We shall never submit to being less than equals," continued the speaker. "I hate lynching, segregation, discrimination and disfranchisement, not only because it affects me, but because it gives to other nations a handle to beat us over the head with. I hate them because it enables the enemies of free institutions to taunt us with our hypocrisy. "The government at Washington for many months has been calling for men for the army and navy. Patriotic citizens of color have been offering themselves to both branches of the service only to be met with the reply. 'We are not taking colored people here.' This action is wholly without warrant, or authority, or law, and in the pursuance of the policy of segregation, notwithstanding that the professed aims and purposes of this country in the war is to establish democracy among all men. No matter if we do dislike Des Molines and covet Plattsburg, we can bide our time if we can get a little justice, a little fair play. Put yourselves under the Stars and Stripes; and fight yourselves to the tent of the general, and you will come out with a sword. Murders in Illinois. "Robert Gould-Shaw, hero of Wagner, who gave his brave young life to prove that the right of black men to freedom and citizenship, when he read of the burning of Negroes in Alabama, remarked that he did not think this would ever happen again. Then imagine his indignant spirit if he had read the account of the Memphis orgy. This has happened again. "And then just as we were forgetting the Memphis horror, there occurred the East St. Louis massacre. Thousands of unoffending men, women and children, fleeing Egypt, seeking to better their conditions, and finding work in East St. Louis, in the State of Illinois, were set upon by a mob, driven from their work, and their homes burned over their heads; scores fouly, flendishly and brutally murdered. "Only one great American has had the courage and humanity to condemn with all his vigor this outbreak of savagery, which has indeed left a stain upon the American name. His name is Theodore Roosevelt." It was at this point that the cheering broke forth which lasted for several minutes. "Thank God that at least one American refused to play the hypocrite." SHRINERS TO MEET IN DETROIT. Jordan M. Morris and Chas. H. Robinson will attend the Imperial Council of Ancient Nobles of the Mystic Shrine which meets in Detroit, Mich., on Aug. 6th. Mr. Morris is the deputy potentate of the Imperial Council, and Mr. Robinson is the deputy of the Valley of Minnesota. Mr. Morris will visit several eastern cities before returning. DISCUSSION ON RACE MIGRATION Enthusiastic Public Meeting Held In New York. Denial of Political and Civil Rights, Lynching and Other Forms of Barbarity Given as Cause of the Great Exodus—South Losing Millions, Says Dr. A. Clayton Powell. In the discussion of any great question affecting the interest of more than one race or individual it is always well to hear the point of view of each. The speakers at the great public meeting held early in July at the Abyssinian Baptist church, New York, the Rev. Dr. A. Clayton Powell pastor, gave the colored man's view of the causes of race migration from the south. The New York Times gives the following account of the meeting: A mass meeting of New York Negroes to discuss the problems created by the wholesale Negro migration from the south in the last year was held in the Abyssinian Baptist church, 240 West Fortieth street. It showed plainly that the northern Negroes are watching the exodus of their people with deep interest and approval and that they believe the reason for it is not higher wages in the north, but treatment in the south to which they obey. The church was packed to the doors, and the speakers were freely applauded. Several of the speakers alluded to the extent of Negro migration from the south in the last year. Mr. Powell estimated that 350,000 Negroes had left Georgia, Alabama, Florida and other southern states within ten months, and he placed the economic loss to that region, due to their departure, at $200,000,000. In Ocala, Fla., he said, the Rev. A. L. James, a Negro clergyman, found his flock so depleted that he gave up his parish and came to New York. Arriving in Harlem, within two days he found twelve families from his flock and was busy re-establishing his church here. "This migration," said the Rev. Clayton Powell, pastor of the church, "differs from all others in that it has no visible leader. To say that the Negro is coming north for higher wages is grossly to misinterpret the spirit of the exodus. The Negroes are leaving the south because life to them has been made miserable and unbearable. "They are tired of being kept out of public parks and libraries, of being deprived of equal educational opportunities for their children, for which they are taxed; of reading signs, 'Negroes and Dogs Not Admitted.' The men are tired of disfranchisement, the women are tired of the insults of white hoodlums, and the whole race is sick of seeing mobs mutilate and burn unconvicted Negro men. These migrating thousands are not seeking money, but manhood rights. All the people coming here are not poor. If the 350,000 Negroes who have recently left the south were offered $5 a day and free transportation back not 10 per cent would return in a whole year. If they were assured that these horrible injustices would be removed, especially the hellish institution of lynching, 80 per cent of them would return almost as quickly as they came away." Fred Moore, editor of the New York Age, the Negroes' organ, pointed out that in New York you could see white and Negro children going home from school side by side under the protection of the same policeman. "There is no race friction in the north," he said. "Who is responsible for race friction in the south? How can white people in the south expect the black people to respect them when they are always drawing the color line? Can the white south expect the black south to stay there forever under these conditions? "We have been patriotic; we have been faithful. We wanted to fight for our country, but the man in the White House drew the color line on us. The south is in the saddle in Washington, but unless the New York Times and the other northern papers that have spoken for us cry out now to the south and tell them where they are heading it will be too late for them to save themselves. "We have been patient. We have never taught our children to hate the white man, but right now the southern white child is taught in his own home to hate not only the Negro, but the northern white man who wants to give the Negro the square deal. The only people who can stop this emigration are the white people of the south, and they can only stop it in one way—by putting an end to lynching and injustice to our race." PRAISE FOR ROOSEVELT. Abyssinian Baptist Church Commends Stand Taken Against Lynching. Former President Roosevelt has been flooded with letters and telegrams from prominent men and women, clvlc, political and religious organizations, congratulating him for his speech in New York in which he denounced in the most severe terms the wholesale murder of innocent colored people by mobs of white policemen and white federal soldiers at East St. Louis recently. Among the telegrams sent to Colonel Roosevelt one which rings with patriotic race pride and eries aloud against cold blooded murder of human beings is from the Abyssinian Baptist church, New York, of which the Rev. Dr. A. Clayton Powell is pastor. The telegram follows: Theodore Roosevelt, Oyster Bay, N. Y.: The 3,200 members of the Abyssinian Baptist church by a unanimous and enthusiastic vote express to you their sincere and heartfelt gratitude and congratulations for your reply to the false, cowardly, un-American, murder inciting utterances of Samuel Gompers in Carnegie Hall Friday night. Your timely and courageous words in defense of the murdered and malmed men, women and children who were in East St. Louis in pursuit of an unprovoked an added proof that you are the biggest and most fair minded man in the world. You have revived a living hope in the breasts of 12,000,000 industrious, loyal, peaceable yet greatly distressed citizens and aroused, we trust, a vigorous sentiment in the heart of all genuine Americans for a square deal. Unless the national administration brings these murderers to justice your noble stand will make our government at Washington, the policing world, Germany, a laughing stock in the eyes of Germany and Turkey. We are among the millions who are earnest praying that a man like yourself may again occupy the White House. With highest esteem we are yours for even handed justice and equal opportunities. THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH A. Clayton Powell, Pastor. BUSINESS WOMEN TO HOLD MEETING IN PHILADELPHIA National Convention of Walker Representatives Scheduled For Aug. 30. Philadelphia.—The two big events of national importance scheduled to take place in this city the last week in August are the annual meeting of the National Medical association and the first national convention of representatives of the Madam C. J. Walker company. This latter convention will be composed solely of business women and will be the only one of its kind ever held in this section. The object of this meeting, aside from the bringing together of the representatives of the company from the various parts of the country, is to discuss and put into operation the plans which Madam Walker has mapped out for placing the work on a footing whereby all the workers may share alike in the benefits according to the net results of business. In order to inspire the workers to greater activity Madam Walker has set aside $500 to be distributed in prizes to the representatives securing the largest number of new workers, the largest amount of business done, etc. The convention will be held for two days, beginning on Thursday, Aug. 30. The contest closes Aug. 1. All persons who enter the contest should register their name at the home office, 640 North West street, Indianapolis. Madam Walker deserves great credit for opening up opportunities for the women of the race to engage in business for themselves. Through her system of work hundreds of women are making an independent living, and there is room for hundreds of others to do likewise. It is a long way from the sugar cane field and the washtub at 75 cents and $1.50 per day to ownership of a business enterprise which commands high recognition by both races in the mercantile world, yet this is what Madam Walker has accomplished. DENT AT FT. DES MOINES. Francis M. Dent, the young collegian, who was admitted to the training camp at Ft. Myer, Ia., is now at the Nogro camp at Ft. Des Molnes. THE BEST 5c. CIGAR MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY MISS PHYLLIS WATERS. West Virginia Girl Wins Laurels In Schoolroom and on Athletic Field—Leader at Ann Arbor High School Graduates With Honors From the University of Michigan. R Ann Arbor, Mich.-Again a daughter of the race, in competition with the best stock in the land, proves that "blood will tell." Miss Phyllis Wheatley Waters, daughter of Colonel and Mrs, Phil Waters of Charleston, W. Va., graduated with high honors at the recent commencement of the University of Michigan. In the schoolroom she mastered the arts and sciences as outlined in books, and in the "gym" and on the field she gave a no less satisfactory account of herself, testifying in a most positive fashion to the efficacy of the old adage about a "sound mind in a sound body." Miss Waters made an exceptionally fine record in athletics, being the first colored girl in the history of the university to win a "letter" in athletics. She was for four years a star on the basketball team and an expert gymnast and won many notable contests from "foemen worthy of her steer." She also played for four years on the Ann Arbor high school basketball team prior to entering the University of Michigan and was elected captain in her senior year, an unprecedented distinction for a member of the race. Miss Waters inherits much of her physical and athletic prowess from her father, Colonel Phil Waters, who is known throughout West Virginia as one of the best all round baseball players, wrestlers, swimmers and boxers in his section of the country. He is a recognized authority on all varieties of sports, being a regular staff contributor to the Sporting Life, published at St. Louis. Colonel Waters is also a prominent figure in the world of politics and is invariably in evidence at the state and national conventions of his party. Miss Waters will pursue advanced studies at Wellesley college, the noted Massachusetts school for girls, second to none in America. She possesses a charming personality and readily makes friends among all classes of people wherever her lot is cast. AN EXPECTED VISITOR. Hon. Andrew F. Hillyer, of Washington, D. C., is planning to visit his son, Atty Gale, P. Hillyer and wife, at 2820 Dupont avenue south. Mr. Hillyer is one of the oldest employees of the government and holds a responsible position in the treasury department. He is the first Negro graduate of the law department of the University of Minnesota and has among his friends many leading residents of this state. Mr. Hillyer has been untiring in his efforts for the advancement of his race and for this he has a national reputation. COL. YOUNG VISITS CAMP. Col. Chas. Young stopped over at the training camp for Negro officers last week on his eastern trip. He appeared in good health and his presence was very encouraging to the men in training. WE NEED YOUR SUBSCRIPTION, SELECTIVE ARMY HAS BEEN DRAWN AT WASHINGTON Order for Liability for Service Established by Historic Lottery. 258 FIRST NUMBER OUT Secretary Baker Takes Out Initial Number—Drawing Continues All Day Friday and Throughout Night. Long List of Numbers Given in Order as Drawn, From Which Those Who Will Be Called to Serve in First Army Will Be Selected. Washington, July 21.—The drawing for the big United States army was not completed until early Saturday morning. The drawing began at 9:45 Friday morning, and continued throughout the day and night. Altogether 10,500 numbers were drawn from the big fish bowl. It was officially stated that the first 1,000 numbers drawn represented more than 1,000,000 men, and it is not considered probable that men representing any number drawn after the first 2,000 will be called before any exemption board for the first army. The first eight numbers were drawn respectively by Secretary of War Baker, Senator Chamberlain of the senate military committee, Congressman Dent of the house military committee, Senator Warren and Representative Kahn, ranking minority members of the senate and house military committees; MaJ. Gen. Tasker H. Bliss, acting chief of staff of the army; MaJ. Gen. Enoch Crowder, provost marshal of the army; and Major General McCain, adjutant general of the army. After the first eight numbers had been drawn the regular tellers took hold, and worked through until the long task was completed. In only a small number of the largest districts will the numbers above a few thousand affect registrars. Of the 4,557 registration districts throughout the country the largest has something over 10,200 numbers, while the smallest has only about 185, and the average is about 3,000. As the drawing proceeded, 157 numbers were withdrawn before one low enough to affect the smallest district came out. It was 126, placing 4,557 men numbered 126 on their local lists as 157th in order of liability. The following list shows the numbers in the order in which they were drawn. The first number in each case represents the order in which the second, or red-ink registry, number was taken from the bowl. Four numbers are given in each line. Beginning with the first number, which was drawn by Secretary Baker. THE TWIN CITY STAR, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Defective THE TWIN CITY STAR, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Order for Liability for Service Established by Historic Lottery. Secretary Baker Takes Out Initial Number—Drawing Continues All Day Friday and Throughout Night. Long List of Numbers Given in Order as Drawn, From Which Those Who Will Be Called to Serve in First Army Will Be Selected. Washington, July 21.—The drawing for the big United States army was not completed until early Saturday morning. The drawing began at 9:45 Friday morning, and continued throughout the day and night. Altogether 10,500 numbers were drawn from the big fish bowl. It was officially stated that the first 1,000 numbers drawn represented more than 1,000,000 men, and it is not considered probable that men representing any number drawn after the first 2,000 will be called before any exemption board for the first army. The first eight numbers were drawn respectively by Secretary of War Baker, Senator Chamberlain of the senate military committee, Congressman Dent of the house military committee, Senator Warren and Representative Kahn, ranking minority members of the senate and house military committees; Maj. Gen. Tasker H. Bliss, acting chief of staff of the army; Maj. Gen. Enoch Crowder, provost marshal of the army; and Major General McCalm, adjutant general of the army. After the first eight numbers had been drawn the regular tellers took hold, and worked through until the long task was completed. In only a small number of the largest districts will the numbers above a few thousand affect registrants. Of the 4,557 registration districts throughout the country the largest has something ever 10,200 numbers, while the smallest has only about 185, and the average is about 3,000. As the drawing proceeded, 157 numbers were withdrawn before one low enough to affect the smallest district came out. It was 126, placing 4,557 men numbered 126 on their local lists as 157th in order of liability. The following list shows the numbers in the order in which they were drawn. The first number in each case represents the order in which the second, or red-link registry, number was taken from the bowl. Four numbers are given in each line. Beginning with the first number, which was drawn by Secretary Baker. Defective F active Page fective Page ‘THE TWIN CITY STAR @UBLSHED EVERY FRIDAY BY CHARLES SUMNER SMITH, Ginnespolis, Minnesota. ‘Entered in the Post Office at Min- meapolis as second class matter. MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION ses oe (EMBER EQ P Roe Coons Subscription by Mail, Postpaid. _ JONE YEAR ....... tess eeee ee 0182200 ‘SIX MONTHS $125 ‘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. ‘We do not run free ads, or over-run the time contracted for by our ad- vertisers We respect their right tc advertise at intervals, and rather have them do so, than to run continuously an “adv.” and an increasing account. Mrite all Checks payable to THE TWIN CITY STAR 1317 North Sixth Ave. M:iNNEAPOLIS - - MINNESOTA Call at 1317 6th Ave. N. on Wednes- day to insure matter for publication. The Twin City Star stands for equal rights for all American citizens. HON. THEODORE ROOSEVELT. Our Friend at Court. Every Negro owes a lasting debt of gratitude to Hon. Theodore Roosevelt, who placed the American people on record for the responsibility of the horrible outrages on defenseless Ne- groes at East St. Louis, Ill., during the recent riot and the well-meaning peo- ple of the civilized world honor him for his noble speech and manly stand. Not only does Mr. Roosevelt preach the “square deal,” he practices it, and by so doing he has done much to de- stroy the spirit of lyr “nt and mob violence. Mr. Rooseve as called on the Wilson administration to act on this occasion. The President of our great democracy (?) has not deemed the affair even worthy of comment. ‘Mr. Roosevelt is America’s cutest statesman and we are proud .» have such a friend at court. Had the Negroes stood for Roosevelt in Chicago in 1912 there would not have been a Wilson administration. JOIN THE FOOD CONSERVATION CAMPAIGN Mrs. David F.' Simpson has request- ed the Twin City Star to appeal to its readers to join the Food Conser- vation Service. The campaign begins Monday, July 30. Everyone is asked to assist. Headquarters are in the balcony at Dayton's store. Sign the pledge card and send ten cents for the official button. This movement de- mands the co-operation of all. Pov: erty and famine knows no color line. A willful waste means a woeful want. Pastors of the various churches will help by informing their congregations of the great necessity of this cam- paign, TOO MANY CALLS. Aside from the recognized organt. zations that have been active for the Tace, there are many “calls” for con: ventions and congresses. The Star does not believe some to be worth the paper on which they are writer: ‘The Negro press is able to classify these various programs. It should keep in thind the veteran organiza tions and fraternities which need the support of these tangent promoters. Join the old guard and make the most of what we have. There is no use of a bunch of personal prominence promoters (who are fortunate to have railroad fare) calling a meeting simply to draw resolutions and get publicity The religious, educational, political professional and industrial organiza tions are pretty well known and arc able to give all the publicity needed. They can be depended on to do their duty. Let us look out for the things that concern our race in our local communt ties. We can do more than by long dis tance “calling” on ® congregation of strangers at a great sacrifice of time ‘nd money. ~ A REAL GOVERNOR. Jefferson Citys July 6.—Many tele grams and letters are coming to Gov ernor Gardner protesting against the riots in East St. Louis. All are based on the belief of those who sent them that East St. Louis is n part of Mis sour. , “We do not do business that way,’ the governor said in expressing hi vexation over the communications “AN human beings in this state are treated allke, and will be treated alike as long as 1 am chief executive of the state. I am told that even some Eastern newspaper writers have beer recerring to this state as ‘poor old Mis sourl,’ on the theory that East St Louis is in Missouri, They ought t post themselves on geography.” THE NAVY NEEDS MEN Red-blooded, but not black-skinned. The following is the copy sent to Northwest papers by Lieut. Com- mander, Jas. D. Willson, U. S. Navy. Mr. American Citizen: Do you realize that the United States Navy is still short many thou- sands of men to properly man the ships now building to be ready for active war service the latter part of this year? The Navy needs real men — red blooded Americans who are willing to do their bit for good old U.S. A. as did the men and boys of 1776 and 1861. Are you going to sit tight and “Let George do it” and in the future be ashamed to answer your children and grandchildren when they say, “Daddy, what did you do during the great War?”, or are you going to be in a position to say “Daddy was’ a Navy Volunteer, fought for this coun- try of ours and helped to make the blessings of Liberty secure for our- selves and our posterity, and also helped save some of ‘the starving mothers and children of | Europe.” Now is the time for you to step for- ward and volunteer for the Navy— always found ready when needed by your Uncle Sam. Men of the type of Farragut, Dewey, Lawrence, Perry and Nathan Hale are wanted. ' There are plenty of them in this city who will “make history” when they finally volunteer. The Northyest has never been found wanting when the Nation needed men. Volunteer now, write or telegraph Navy Recruiting Sta- tion, Minneapolis. Branch _ stations at St. Paul, St, Cloud, Duluth and Brainerd, Minn. and Fargo, Grand Forks, Minot and Bismarck. 'N. D. THE NEGRO'S ANSWER. Dear Uncle Sam.— I realize your position for which you are entirely responsible. 1 have offered my services but according to your orders “Negroes are not want- ed” as white men. My fathers fought with Perry on Lake Erie, with Far- ragut at New Orleans and in Mobile Bay. I served with Dewey at Manilla and with Sampson at Santiago, and have never been “found wanting,” ‘other than a chance to fight for you. A thousand of my brothers are wait- ing, until you cast aside your pre- judice, and you will be compelled to do so. The Negro Americans are sitting tight and do not care, who does it. Should you need them (and you certainly will) they are ready. Discrimination has denied them the ability to serve you, as they would like to; but your persecution has not overcome their patriotism. They are here, there, and everywhere, in the land of their birth, the U.S. A. ‘An American Negro, A native citizen, If there was some Way in Portland to cut out or even curb the many forms of charity graft which are be- img worked overtime by the benefit route, the churches would not have such a hard time to keep up the in- terest on their mortgages, and pay the pastors their salaries. And the grievous and scandalous part about the whole shooting match {s that some ot the members of the churches are also members of this “basket brigade,” and they are so near-sighted that they cannot see the great harm and in- jury they are doing the church. How- ever, the pastors see and know that the band is impeding and hindering the advancement of the church along financial and spiritual lines, but they dare not condemn it lest they lose a few dimes or so, or perhaps a few thin-skinned members. These people, by thelr methods, are killing the church—The Portland (Ore.) Advo cate. SOME GOOD EXAMPLES. We have some among our advertis- ers and subscribers who are a credit to our race for their business-like methods. They pay promptly in ad- vance and expect nothing unreason- able in return, Others want to know “Why we can’t ‘trust’ them?” or send a bill, and then a collector, and finally censor a Negro editor because he can't run his paper “like the white’ man.” Few persons realize that it pays to pay as you go. The Star is not an Installment plan proposition. It is a real newspaper run under many dif- culties mostly due to the foolish no- tions and ignorant whims of those whom it serves and protects and from whom it should get its support and their consideration. GOVERNOR APPOINTS FRANCIS As a Representative of Public Safety Commission. On July 14th Governor Burnquist appointed Lawyer W. T. Francis a representative of the Minnesota Pub- lic Safety Commission in connection with the Military Draft in the 8th ward of St. Paul. Mr. Francis’ duties will be to observe the work of the local board and to report to the com- mission any irregularities which he may find. While this appointment is not based on color lines, we are par- ticularly fortunate in having Mr. Fran- cis appointed for the 8th ward as a majority of the young men of our race, who may be drafted, live in that ward. The Star tries to publish the news of Negroes entirely. We know’ the “war news” is interesting, but Ne- groes read and pay for the daily pa- pers, which carry the current news, We have the exclusive right of the plate service edited by N. B, Dodson, a Negro, which gives us the best side of Negro publicity. Every week the Star has in its columns articles of the race, which will never appear in the white papers or some Negro weeklies. Read the Negro Papers. _ THE TWINECITY “STAR, ‘MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. SECRET SOCIETIES AS AIDS Sere SEKeR TO RACIAL AUVARCERENT NEGRO Viows of William A. Aery of Hampton |colonel Young Restored Institute on Racial Welfare. ‘Gatvicervinns taaded « ‘William Anthony Acry, head of the press service at the Hampton (Va) in- stitute and also a teacher, is always on the alert to make known the best methods and plans for the physical and Mterary improvement of the Negro and Indian races. Mr. Aery not only keeps in touch with the doings of the race throughout Its weekly and monthly publications, but often uttends the an- nual meetings of our organizations, s0- cleties and educational institutions. He ts a man of broad vision and liberal vlews. His work as a publicist and teacher bears the stamp of experience and effictency. Mr. Aery carried the following article in a recent issue of the Southern Work- man, the monthly magazine publisticd at the institute: “Secret societies are the channels through which the Negro can best Le reached with information relative to is health and sanitation. For this rea- son, if for no other, every Negro who 1s of proper age and is a good physical risk should belong to some secret 60- ciety, and every secret society should have a bureau of health, with a most capable physician in charge, to furnish printed matter monthly or sem!-month- ly on topics of health and sanitati.. that most vitally concern mankind. “There are many communicable and preventable diseases to which mankind 1s heir that may be averted by putting dally into practice certain rules and regulations in living. “These rules and regulations should be persistently taught by printed cir- culars issued to the members of the or- der by the health bureau, The Negro, Uke many individuals of other races, has not learned the value of fresh air both day and night. “There are so many ways in which the Negro takes disease that could be avoided, provided he was properly in- ‘structed and would follow the instrue- tion, He is an easy prey in a multi- plicity of ways. He will purchase for himself and famfly germ laden second- hand clothes, never giving a thought to the probability of taking disease from them. He will often eat food left by others and will drink with Joy and sat- fsfaction from vessels and bottles used by the sick or well, often taking dis- ease in this way. All of this comes from ignorance. “The secret societies are the organ!- zations to serve the race with enlight- enment along this line, make better its sanitction and increase its usefulness, its wealth, its health and its respec- Oe ae reas NEW LIGHT ON WASHINGTON. i Educator's Wonderful Intuition, Chancellor $. B. McCormick of the University of Pittsburgh recently sent the following letter to Julius Rosen- ald. the widely known Chicago bust ness wet and philantrep t, with ref- erence to the splendid volume on the life and times of the late Dr. Booker 'P, Washington, Chancellor McCor- mick's letter: ‘Mr. Julius Rosenwald, Sears, Roebuck & o,, Chicago: My Dear Mr. Rosenwald—Last night I Drought the book entitled “Booker ‘. ‘Washington, Bullder of a Civilization,” with me from the office. After dinner’ opened It, and.today at noon I have fin- ished reading it. ‘This was not a task to be performed as quickly as possible, but a pleasure to be each moment increasingly enjoyed. The book holds and grips one by the compelling power of Its thrilling story. Te Is a story book. It does not deal in trivialities, It presents the man in. the large. A biography of Booker Washing- ‘ton will doubtless be written. Many books about him are certain to be published. ‘This book reveals the man in Broad out- lines through the wonderful work he ac- complished. It ts absorbingly interesting, and it gives the reader not only a fresh conception of the greatness of Booker T. Washington, but of the greatness and marvelous achlevement of his life. ‘The Feader with every page increases in his wonderment whence such a man came; what it was that taught him; how he got his views: what was the source of his Infinitely varied capacities. Well as I knew him, I learn from this book that I aid not know him at all. How did he get his amazing common sense? Whence came his ‘Keenness and accuracy of intuition? Who taught him the meaning of beauty. of order, of system, of relationship of lit- tle things to big? How did he learn to conceive of duties and rights as he did fand never t0 speak of the one without emphasizing the other? What other Greamer among the stars ever walked #0 firmly upon the earth and saw realities ‘and put them into all bis life as did Book- er T. Washington? "All Tean do is to thank you for the book. The reading of it has given me pleasure, ‘as I sald; but, much more, it has given me courage, hope, enduring patience and inspiration. Iam, very cordially yours, ‘8. B. MCORMICK. P. Swit! you convey to the authors my high appreciation of this volume as a piece of Iiterary work and a triumph of fine discrimination in what to say and wenn 6 tone aunt Virginians Hold Summer Festival. ‘The Society of the Sons of Virginia ia Brooklyn held {ts annual summer festival on Thursday evening, July 19, with the largest attendance in its his- tory. ‘That the society's influence Is gripping the attention of men of Vir- ginia birth or parentage ts’ shown by the steady increase in its membership. It meets all of its financial obligations promptly and ronders fipe personal service to its members in times of thelr illness or otherwise when a need Is to be met. Millions Till the Soil In the, South. ‘The colored race In America now numbers more than 12,000 0. Of this number 8,500,000 live in tHe south and southwest. Those engaged in rural occupations number 6,375,000, and there are 3,000,000 regularly engaged in agri- ctitural pursuits throughout the year. APVERTISE IN THE STAR SECRETARY BAKER ISSUES STATEMENT ON NEGRO OFFICERS Colonel Young Restored to Active Duty—Services Needed By War De- partment—War Secretary Praiscs Colored Officers’ Training Camp. (Special to The Star.) Washington, D. C., July 17.—In re- sponse to a letter from Dean Kelly Miller, of Howard University, Secre- tary Baker issued a statement, July 7, to the effect that Col. Young has been restored to active duty. Dean Miller's letter to the secretary transmitted the complaint of Attorney Charles 8. Dar- don, of Los Angeles, which represented the possibility of injustice being done Col. Young at the present time. The correspondence follows: My Dear Prof. Miller: Through you to the students of Howard I desire to extend my congratu- lations on ‘their success in procuring the training camp \for Negro officers at Des Moines. Considering all the cir- cumstances and conditions. existing In our country today, it certainly was a great victory of the students of Howard for our race. ‘Since they have done so well in that matter, I am Inclined to invoke thelr ald in an effort originating with me, for a greater victory along the same lines. You perhaps have already heard that Captain Davis, of the Ninth Cavalry, has been sent’ to the Philippines with his cavalry in spite of his request for permission to remain and render ser- ¥ice with the colored soldiers in France. You perhaps also know that Lieut. Col. Young has been ordered to “Presidio, our army hospital, for medical observa tlon and treatment, in spite of the fact that Col, Young s,’according to my in- vestigation, ‘enjoying the | very’ best health of his life. ‘There seems to be a disposition on the part of the admin- istration to elther isolate our regular commissioned army officers, or put them on the retired list, and it would be con- trary to the time honored custom and precedent of the War Department, to order commissioned. officers into ‘the army hospital, and then permit. them, to come out of that hospital, except on the retired list. It Is the ‘opinion of men well informed on the subject, in this locality, that Col. Young will’ be retired by the governnient for the pur- pose of preventing his further advance- ment in the army, and his actual par- Ueipation in the present war. vt ‘You remember that the only three commissioned, officers in. the regular army, aside trom. the army chaplain, are Col. Young, Capt. Davis, now en. route to the Pnilippines, and Capt. Green, stationed at Liberia, all of whom ought to be considered in the organiza- ton of the separate division of the 30,000 colored troops now being organ- ized, But it now appears that neither of these officers’ will, in any way, be Connected or associated with that divi- sion. It would certainly be as coward- Jy jam get on our part tp sit idly by and submit, without protést, to the re- tirement of Young, as it will be on the part of the, War Department, ‘through ts Army “hospital, “which it brings about. Tam also informed that an Ohio genator protested vigorously against the department's order of Davis to the Philippines, but, of course, without avail,” Isn't there some method which canbe pursued in “behalf of our cal: ored commissioned officers which would hot embarrass them on the records of the War Department? ‘CHARLES S. DARDEN. In transmitting this letter, Prof. ‘Miller said: The Secretary of War, Washington, D.C. My Dear Sir: T beg leave to submit the enclosed complaint against the War Pepartment, Tam indisposed to believe that any department of the government Of the United: tates would place a stumbling block in the way of ‘the ‘pa- trlotism of the humble “American. elti- zen, I beg to hope that the War De- partment, through an authorized state- ment, will set at rest all such sus- picions as are contained in the enclosed Communication. July 5, 1917, ee eceeneewues 3 Secretary Baker’s Statement. In response to Dean Miller's letter on July 7 the War Department issued the following statement: My Dear Dean Miller: I have just received your mote of July 5, and re- turn herewith the complaint which you enclosed. I am very happy to tell you that the work at Des Moines camp is progressing remarkably well, and the reports I have from it are very good. The spirit of the men is fine, and apparently this encampment 1s going to do a very great deal of good, both to the country and to the men involved. Your correspondent writes chiefly concerning Lt. Col. Young, a colored officer of the regular army and a grad: uate of West Poirit, and a man with a fine record for service in the army. Sometime ago a board of officers passed upon his*health and found him completely incapacitated for service; not obviously and visibly, bat because, unfortunately, of their finding that he was afflicted with a chronic disease. My recollection is that it was Bright's disease. - The report of the board was approved by the surgeon general, but in view of the fact that Colonel Young’s record is a long and honor. able one, and the government reeds of- ficers of his rank and ability, it was directed that another board be convened to re-examine the ques: tion so as to make quite sure that there could not be any er- ror in the matter. I have directed that the report of the board be re- turned to me personally before being acted upon, not because I find myself able to believe that any prejudice would produce the deep dishonor ot a false report; but because I want tc be able to give the assurance to all who inquire that I have given my own personal thought and attention to this case, in which so many are interested. hope the board will find Col. Young still able to perform active duty. In the meantime, I have directed that he be restored to active duty, and have at least the hope of being able to have his assistance for the present. Cordially yours, NEWTON D. BAKER, Secretary of War, LT. COL, CHAS, YOUNG. THE DOUGLASS HOME FUND Mrs. M. B. Talbert sent her check for $2,500 as a payment on the home of Frederick Douglass, which wll be a Negro Historical Museum. The amount was raised by the Woman's Federated Clubs of which she is pres- ident. F., PEOPLES ¢-9x. 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PAUL, MINN. —- ati a i, if 1s a i j Cz, \3 | a | Qj Style 700 We have just received from the Ivers & Pond factory a beautiful Style 700 piano. It is shown in the cut above and is their newest, smallest and least expensive up- right. ts makers, who selected it es- pecially for us, tell us it is the fin- est example yet put out, of this charming new a le 700 which so quickly earned abiding popularity by _its intrinsic merit. Style 700 is built particularly for homes of discrimination, and while small in size and price, its ever detail is of the same supreme high grade characterizing all Ivers & Ponds. It has the beautiful tone qualities, exquisite touch and un- excelled durability of this make. If you love good music, we cor- dially invite you to call and see this charming instrument, whether you wish to purchase or not. A catalogue Sescribing Style 700 and other models in high grade Ivers & Pond upright, grand and player pianos mailed upon request. site aeaieRT Met Pres. & Mgr THE COMPLETE MUSIC STORE 41-4380. OTH. ST. MINNEAPOLIS VictROLAS, RECORDS, SHEET MUsIG. FIANOS RENTED, TUNED AND REPAIRED, T. S. Center 4639. WALFRID WESTMAN Photographer 1425 Washington Ave. So. Minn Service At All Hours, When you want a good Touring Car for Picnics, Fishing Parties, etc., also Moving or Expressing,—Call ANDERSON, Main 2267. Prices Reasonable. —Advertisement. ————— Are you a delinquent subscriber? If so, why not-send your subscrip- tion? ad ent PS A / Ym 2s Vo ee Give the Telephone Number Distinctly It 1s important in making a telephone call to speak the umber distinctly, Several numbers sound much alike over the tele- phone unless spoken clearly. For example, 0 sounds much lke 4, and 2 like 3, and 5 like 9, In calling a telephone num- ber speak slowly aad dis- tinetly, with the Ips half an inch from the mouthpieee. Say “Right” when the operator repeats the number correctly. If the operator misunder stands, say “No” and give the number again. me (a) ens \aaeans YOUR PUBLICITY PAYS. All persons interested in the pro- gress of their lodges, churches, s0- cieties etc., should value the power of printer's ink. They should see that their secretaries SEND ALL NOTICES to the newspapers in pro- per time. They think the Editor should attend every affair, whether invited or not, and should know “What is going on?”—without being informed. Many exchanges clip from our columns, and often things done in Minneapolis get national publicity, AGENTS WANTED—Now! Reliable and intelligent agents al- ways wanted to solicit business for THE TWIN CITY STAR; also corre- spondents in principal cities. A chance to earn a good living. Write The Twin City Star, Minneapolis, PROMINENT CLUB WOMEN TO PUT ST. LOUIS OUTRAGES SQUARELY BEFORE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE. Call Issued by Women of the District of Columbia—a day of Prayer Set—Miss Burroughs Leads the Movement. Special to the Star. Washington, D. C., July 6.—Grieved and heart-sick over the East St. Louis outrages, in which men, women and children were shot down like rats and their houses burned while United States soldiers and policemen, sworn to protect life and property, grinned when asked why they did not stop President Lincoln Heights Training School for Girls at Washington, D. C. the slaughter, the women of this city have requested Mrs. Mary B. Talbert, president of the National Association of Colored Women, to come to Washington at once and to call the president of every other state federation to do the same. These women are called to take proper steps to put the question of lynching squarely before the American people. The organization has a membership of over 50,000 of the most cultured women of the race. Preparatory to the coming of the leaders outside of Washington, the women here are going ahead, quietly but determinedly, to so in motion a wave of sentiment that will become nation-wide. The first step has been taken. It is made in the following Call to Prayer: TO YOUR KNEES AND DON'T STOP PRAYING UNTIL THE VOICE OF NEGRO WOMEN IS HEARD AND THEIR PETITION FOR THE SUPPRESSION OF MOB VIOLENCE is accepted by the American people and lynchings and slaughter of human beings be made a crime instead of a thing to be "grinned" at by soldiers under oath to defend the honor of the country and in time of uprisings to do their duty bravely. THE WRONGS CAN AND MUST BE RIGHTED. The nearest way to the conscience of the American people is by way of the Throne of God. WE ARE GOING THAT WAY, and then we are going to put our APPEAL for justice and protection under the law squarely up to the American people. We regret that this issue has been thrust before us when we are with the nations at war, BUT there will be no "WORLD DEMOCRACY" until the turning of innocent women and hables, aged men and innocent citizens of color is taken from the list of "Sports" of Civilized Americans. WE PROPOSE to fight for our country to help against foes at home and abroad, to conserve its food and fuel supplies, AND WE BELIEVE that this fight for "Democracy" must begin at Jerusalem (at home). THEREFORE, the women of this city will assemble for Prayer in the Metropolitan Baptist Church Wednesday, July 11th, at 6 a. m. The meeting will last just one hour. Every woman and girl is urged to attend. Those who cannot come are asked to spend a part of the hour in family and secret prayer. Don't stop praying. God has promi ised and He is true. Don't stop praying.—He'll answer you. LET EVERYBODY PRAY. Let every preacher "Lift up thy (his) voice like a trumpet, and show my people their transgression and the house of Jacob their sins." Among the most active leaders, we note the following women: Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, Miss Emma B. Hall, Miss Ida C. Plummer, Miss Marie A. D. Madre, Mrs. Mary E. Thompson, Mrs. Rosetta Lawson, Mrs. Lelia A. Pendleton, Mrs. Alma J. Scott, Mrs. Rebecca J. Gray, Mrs. Hannah McCarey, Mrs. G. Pelham and Dr. Whipper. T. R. MAY GET COMMISSION Reorganization of Army Paves Way For Appointment. Washington, July 26.—Reorganization of the American army on the French plan of conformation, as recommended by General J. J. Pershing, has been confirmed by Secretary of War N. D. Baker. One result will be to give the New York national guard a second division and pave the way for appointment by Governor C. S. Whitman of Colonel Theodore Roosevelt as a major general. Under the new organization strength there will be approximately 28 national guard divisions, 30 national army divisions and 18 regular army divisions. EMPTY CARS ORDERED MOVED New York, July 27. — Thirty-six American railroads have been ordered immediately to remove 68,814 empty freight cars to the lines of 54 other railroads, according to a statement issued here by Fairfax Harrison, chairman of the railroad war board. This action was taken, it was explained, in an effort rapidly to mobilize in different sections of the country the many cars necessary to handle the abnormal government and commercial traffic developed by the war. German Admiral Sees Victory Near. Copenhagen, July 27.—Replying to greetings from the Pan-German meeting, Admiral Spheer, commander of the fleet, said he hoped the German people on the threshold of victory would not disgracefully renounce its future. Good Results Obtained by Organized Effort Throughout the State. The Working Force of Colored Women of Virginia, of which Mrs. Margaret R. Johnson of Richmond is the chairman and Miss Lizzie A. Jenkins of Hampton institute is the secretary, is co-operating with and under the direction of the women's committee of the Council of Defense, Virginia division. It has put the entire machinery of the Negro Organization society to work on Herbert C. Hoover's important work as national food administrator for increasing our general food supply and conserving the food that is produced The colored women of Virginia have been most active in securing a complete registration of all the housewives in Virginia. The plan of campaign has been as follows: In counties where there were organized county agricultural councils of safety the chairman of the agricultural council of safety was asked to call a meeting of the women represented in the council of safety, the home demonstration agent and the heads of all women's organizations, including missionary circles and fraternal orders. In the counties where the women already had farm women's organizations these organizations were used to form other working. groups. Everywhere the working committees were asked to hold office as long as the war lasts or as long as the country needs their services. July 8 was observed throughout Virginia as "food registration Sunday." The ministers brought to the attention of their congregations the needs of the country in the present crisis. Mrs. Johnson and Miss Jenkins in their plans provided for the visitation of all the homes of the colored people and the enlistment of all the women who have anything at all to do with the buying and use of food. The registration cards of the Virginia housewives have been sent to Miss Ella G. Agnew of Richmond and will in turn be sent on to Herbert C. Hoover in Washington. "Fighting by Feeding the Folks" has become the slogan of the Negro Organization Society of Virginia. WAR AND SOCIAL PROBLEMS. More Efficiency and Loyalty Urged by National Conference Members. The great war and its social problems overshadowed every other topic on the Pittsburgh program of the National Conference of Social Work. To 4,300 men and women who had come together from many states to exchange ideas and receive fresh inspiration for their social service work there was brought home the thought of the necessity of doing their present work more skillfully, more economically and more wisely. To cripple, through lack of men and money, the social work which has been painstakingly developed through long years of struggle, thinking people realize is truly shortsighted. The committee on resolutions, Hastings H. Hart, Thomas B. Mayman and Robert W. Kelso, departing from the usual policy of the conference, made the following recommendations, which were heartily adopted: "The National Conference of Social Work places on record, in behalf of the great majority of its 4,300 members, their intense loyalty and their purpose to support the president and the government of the United States in the prosecution of this war in the interest of liberty and democracy. "The obligation to make every necessary sacrifice rests with double weight upon the organizations for social welfare. We therefore commend the patroltism of those social organizations which are lending their most efficient workers for the national service in the government departments, the national Red Cross, the movement for conserving health and morals in the army and navy by wholesome recreation and by eliminating temptations to intemperance and vice. "On the other hand, we would emphasize the insistence of the president of the United States as to the necessity for conserving those agencies which operate to maintain public morals, public health and the producing forces of the community. We therefore urge the importance of maintaining the full force and efficiency of the agencies for social work and of securing for all of them adequate support in view of the new and pressing demands created by the war, especially those agencies which make for the preservation and improvement of public health and family life, the protection of motherhood and the preservation of children from the destructive and demoralizing influences of war. "We urge the maintenance throughout the war of all our standards for the protection of industrial employees, especially women and children. The lending of social workers for the national service should not include so large a number as to cripple the effectiveness of these vital agencies, which are among the most essential bulwarks for the national defense." Miss Cromwell Receives High Honors. Miss Mary E. Cromwell, second daughter of Professor John W. Cromwell of Washington, author of "The Negro In American History," has just received the degree of master of arts in sociology and psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, the first colored woman to win this honor from this school of learning. Wanted—Subscribers to Pay. THE TWIN CITY STAR, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS FOR SALE—St. Paul barber shop. Excellent equipment, fine location, doing a prosperous business. For particulars see Smith, Twin City Star. FURNISHED ROOMS FOR / LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING. Light housekeeping rooms, convenient; also furnished rooms for single man, or for two gentlemen. Call Drexel 3967. TWO FLATS FOR RENT—2111 Fifth avenue south—All modern, in duplex; upstairs, 4 rooms; downstairs, 5 rooms. Desirable location. Call Foster, Colfax 7065. Men and women to write weekly in insurance. Salary and commission. Call Nic. 6902 or Hy. 4276. Ask for A. C. Guye, Supt. SPECIAL FOR GENTLEMEN. Large front room for rent for one man or two gentlemen; parlor floor, desirable location, modern, steam heated, near 3 car lines. Mrs. Joseph Thomas, 2801 Portland Ave. N. W. South 2164. TWO LARGE ROOMS, neatly furnished, modern conveniences, in residential section. Mrs. W. W. Williams, 2900 Eleventh avenue south. Drexel 4728. EVERY DAY is BARGAIN DAY at the ROOT & HAGEMAN STORE, 407 Nicollet Ave. STEWART'S TEMPERANCE SERVICE. The ladies are especially invited to visit Stewart's Hotel, where they may enjoy their meals and "temperance" drinks. Under the regulations of the Public Safety Commission no liquors are served ladies at any time and men are served between the hours of 8 a. m. and 10 P. M. excepting Sundays. Ladies admitted every day. Special music—Advertisement. WHY WORRY? TAKE LIFE EASY! You may enjoy comfort and make it pleasant for the whole family and your friends at little expense, if you invest in a Porch-Couch or Rocker, or Lawn Swing or Hammock. They are on sale at BOUTELL'S. Reasonable Prices and Terms.—Advertisement. The J. & H. Laundry is owned and operated by the Gibbs Boys, sons of Mrs. Ione E. Gibbs. We mention this because many on the north side patronize other firms. This is the most modern wet wash laundry in the Northwest. DENTIST'S NEW LOCATION. Dr. W. H. Wright wishes to announce that he has secured offices at 521 Marquette Ave., second floor. He will be pleased to meet his former patrons and those desiring first class Dental Work. Appointments made by phone. Call Nic. 6957. DR. WRIGHT, The Dentist, 521 Marquette Ave., Minneapolis. RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION The publisher of The Twin City Star urgently requests that subscribers send in their dues, or ask for a collector to call. The cost of publishing a newspaper is increasing, and it is important that subscriptions and ads be paid for NOW RAW KAISER DO YOUR BIT. Now more than ever is the importance emphasized of large crops. A shortage of crops in the United States would mean less chance for America and her allies to win the war for Humanity. Every man and boy who is unable to go to the trenches to fight for his country should do his bit by helping on the farm. The Minnesota State Fair, Sept. 3 to 8, is doing everything it can to encourage food production and conservation. You should not miss the big fair. AGENTS WANTED. REMEMBER THIS. NORTHWESTERN MINING DEVELOPMENT CO. IS SELLING SHARES The Northwestern Mining Development Company has been organized at Duluth, Minn. Its officers are, Wm. Dawson, president, Wm. R. Hutchins Vice Pres., Geo. B. Kelley Sec'y. and Treasurer. They have issued a prospectus, giving a complete description of conditions, which will be sent on application to the Sec'y. at 501-11 Columbia Bldg., Duluth, Minn. 16,000 Shares for Sale. The company proposes to offer the first block of 16,000 shares fully paid and non-assessable, at twenty-five cents per share, and feels confident that any one purchasing this stock will be amply rewarded for his investment. As soon as this block of stock is sold, there will be no more stock offered at this figure. Peoples Christian Assembly. ELDER G. W. MITCHELL, Pastor. Assisted by Mrs. G. W. Mitchell. Come! and Serve the Lord. 1204 Washington Ave. So. Services Sunday—11 A. M. Sunday School—1:30 P. M. Praise Meeting—3 P. M. Preaching—8 P. M. CIVIL SERVICE EXAMINATION Tuesday, July 31, 1917, 9:00 A. M. Room 111, City Hall. Class D, Rank I. Salary, $1,020 per year. The duties of this position are to look after the interests of the colored women of the city and require the services of a colored policewoman. Eligibles from this list will be assigned to duties as indicated. There is one vacancy in the position which is now filled by a colored woman working temporarily on a permit pending examination. Minneapolis Civil Service Commission. DISTRICT FEDERATION OFFICERS. Elected at the Annual Convention of Afro-American Women's Clubs in St. Paul June 19th for the Ensuing Year. Mrs. Ida Sellers.....Pres. Mrs. Fannie Sears.....Vice Pres. Mrs. Katie L. Smith.....Rec. Sec. Mrs. Annie Greene.....Asst. Sec. Mrs. Laura Celinestine.....Cor. Sec. Mrs. Annie Jordan.....Treas. Mrs. Ophelia Rice.....Chaplain Mrs. Lulu Maxwell.....Editor Mrs. Minnie Wright.....Organizer Mrs. Clementine Shane.....Historian Heads of Departments Mesdames Maud Canty, Music; Emma Helm, Legal; Edna Lewis, Reciprocity; Nina Slaughter, Arts and Crafts; Rebeque Scott, Sergeant-at-Arms; Myrtle Pack, Junior; Emma Bush, Philanthropic; America Sims, Mothers. A YOUNG NEWS AGENT Master Wm. Helm, Jr., of 3115 Columbus Ave., is our new agent. He is soliciting subscribers for the Twin City Star, The Crisis and The Chicago Defender. During his vacation he will give his time to work for these papers. Any assistance given him will be an encouragement to an ambitious young man and a financial aid to Negro enterprises. Send all mail for THE TWIN CITY STAR to 1317 6TH AVE. NO., MINNEAPOLIS. 16,000 Shares for Sale. POLICEWOMAN (644). SEE HERE! Brown S Brown Skin Picnic Wednesday, Aug. 1, 1917 Emancipa At KNOWLAND'S SHA SAIL Boating! Fi DANCING FROM 2 LOCATION OF Take Rice Street car th cars will carry you to the 10 cents. A cool auto ride Emancipation Celebration DOWLAND'S SHADY GROVE ON BASS SAINT PAUL ing! Fishing! Bait NANCING FROM 2 P. M. UNTIL MIDNIGHT LOCATION OF PICNIC GROUNDS Rice Street car to end of line. Martin's carry you to the grounds and return. Ro A cool auto ride. Emancipation Celebration At KNOWLAND'S SHADY GROVE ON BASS LAKE, SAINT PAUL DANCING FROM 2 P. M. UNTIL MIDNIGHT Take Rice Street car to end of line. Martin's Packard Cars will carry you to the grounds and return. Round trip, 60 cents. A cool auto ride. HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE! REMEMBER THE S MEMBER THE SUCCESS OF LAST YEAR Committee: Brown REMEMBER THE SUCCESS OF LAST YEAR! Committee: Brown Skins A. B. J. A. Withers, Prop. Office Phones—Main 2869; Au Twenty Elegant Steam-I A la Carte Meals STEWAR Bones—Main 2869; Auto 36774. Dining Room- Twenty Elegant Steam-Heated and Electric Lighted R A la Carte Meals at All Hours—Popular Prices. TEWART'S HOT Office Phones—Main 2869; Auto 36774. Dining Room—Main 2831. Twenty Elegant Steam-Heated and Electric Lighted Rooms. A la Carte Meals at All Hours—Popular Prices. J. Ed. Stewart, Prop. 246-250 FOURTH Private Dining and Reception Beverages. Men's Buffi Connection. 446-250 FOURTH AVE. S., MINNEAPOLIS, M ate Dining and Reception Room for Ladies. Specia terages. Men's Buffet and Grill; Billiards; Barbe on. 246-250 FOURTH AVE. S., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. 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UNTIL MIDNIGHT PICNIC GROUNDS to end of line. Martin's Packard grounds and return. Round trip, UCCESS OF LAST YEAR! Committee: Brown Skins Office Phone, Hyland 2331 Residence—Hyland 4712. 611 Girard Ave. No. Withers' Transfer and Fuel Co. 1224 N. 6TH AVE., MINNEAPOLIS WITHERS' SPECIAL SERVICE HOUSEHOLD GOODS MOVED OR STORED. BAGGAGE TRANSFERED AND FUEL DELIVERED TO ALL PARTS OF THE CITY ON SHORT NOTICE. No. 36774. Dining Room—Main 2831. Catered and Electric Lighted Rooms. At All Hours—Popular Prices. IT'S HOTEL Chas. Brody, Mgr. IVE. S., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. ion Room for Ladies. Special Temper- t and Grill; Billiards; Barber Shop in SH' AVE. SO. ERS; UP TO THE MINUTE. HARD TABLES IN CONNECTION. SHOES SHINED. & CARVER, Props. AND ENJOY WIN CITIES New Picture Map Folder entitled Cities Today" Bathing! NIGHT DOS Bain's Packard Round trip, E! YEAR! Brown Skins Island 2331 Bnd 4712. e. No. transfer Co. room—Main 2831. EXEMPTION RULES ARE MADE PUBLIC Industrial Needs and Dependents Are Chief Basis on Which Draft May Be Avoided—Make Claims in Person. Washington.—Provost Marshal General Crowder has issued complete Instructions for the men registered under the selective conscription law. So that everyone will understand just what is to be done, he gives the directions, step by step, as follows: 1. LOCAL BOARDS—In every county in the United States and for every city of over 30,000 there are one or more local exemption boards. Each of such boards is in charge of the registration cards of persons registered in the area, over which the board has jurisdiction, and has jurisdiction of all claims for exemption, except those based on industrial grounds. FIND OUT WHAT BOARD HAS YOUR CARD AND WHERE THE OFFICE OF THAT BOARD IS. 2. DISTRICT BOARDS—In every federal judicial district there are one or more district boards, having appellate jurisdiction over a number of local boards and having original jurisdiction of claims for exemption on industrial grounds. IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE A CLAIM ON INDUSTRIAL GROUDS, INCLUDING AGRICULTURE, LEARN WHAT DISTRICT BOARD TO APPLY TO. Meaning of Numbers. 3. RED INK SERIAL NUMBERS—Every board has numbered the cards in its jurisdiction with red ink in a series running from 1 to the number representing the total number of cards in its jurisdiction. Lists showing the names of persons in the jurisdiction of each board and the red ink number of each are open to inspection at the office of each board. INSPECT THE LIST AND INFORM YOURSELF OF YOUR RED INK SERIAL NUMBER. 4. ORDER OF LIABILITY—These red ink numbers are to be drawn by lot to determine the order in which registered persons are to be called by the various local boards. As soon as the drawing is complete lists showing the order in which these red ink numbers are drawn will be published in the press, and will be posted at the office of each local board. GO TO YOUR LOCAL BOARD AND FIND OUT THE ORDER IN WHICH YOU STAND FOR CALL. 5. As soon as quotas are assigned to each state and each board, each board will call upon persons whose cards are in its jurisdiction instructing them to present themselves for examination. This call will be posted at the office of the local board and the papers will be requested to print it. A notice will also be mailed to you, but the posting of the list at the office of the board will be deemed sufficient notice to charge you with the duty of presenting yourself. The law therefore makes it your duty to inform yourself when you are called. The mailing is for your convenience, but if the letter never reaches you you cannot make that an excuse. Watch the lists at the office of your board and see when you are called for examination. 6. Physical examination—you must report for physical examination on the day named in your call. If you are found physically disqualified the board will give you a certificate which will explain to you what your further duties are. If you are found physically qualified and file a claim for exemption within seven days after your call you will be given ten days after filing your claim of exemption to file proof in support of your claim of exemption. See (VII) below. Watch for Your Name. If you are found physically qualified and file no claim for exemption, or if you do not appear for physical examination, your name will be posted to the district board as one who was called for military service and was not exempted or discharged. On the eighth day after call, or within two days thereafter, copies of the list of persons so posted to the district boards will be given to the press with a request for publication, will be posted in a place at the office of the local board accessible to the public view, and notice will be mailed to you at the address on your registration card. THEREFORE WATCH THE NOTICES POSTED IN THE OFFICE OF THE BOARD ABOUT TEN DAYS AFTER THE DAY YOU WERE CALLED AND MAKE ARRANGEMENTS FOR THE PROMPT RECEIPT OF MAIL. 7. EXEMPTION OR DISCHARGE. —No claim or discharge on account of the industry in which you are engaged can be decided by a local board. (See Par. XV, below.) WHETHER YOU FILE A CLAIM OF EXEMPTION OR NOT, YOU MUST PRESENT YOURELF FOR PHYSICAL EXAMINATION ON THE DAY NAMED IN THE NOTICE. From the day notice that you are called is mailed and posted you have seven days in which you may file a claim of exemption or discharge. The form for filing this claim is simple. If you wish to file such a claim—Go to the board and get Form 110 for exemption or Form 121 for discharge. If the board has not the printed forms ask to consult the form pamphlet and copy the form shown there. Fill out the proper form and file it with the board. Do this within seven days of the posting and mailing of notice to you to present yourself. The following are the only grounds for exemption: That you are an officer, legislative, executive or judicial of the United States, a state or territory, or the District of Columbia. That you are a regular or duly ordained minister of religion. dified minister or religion. That you were on May 18, 1917, a student preparing for the ministry in any recognized theological or divinity school. That you are in the military or naval service of the United States. That you are a subject of Germany, whether you have taken out papers or not. That you are a resident alien who has not taken out first papers. In addition to claims for exemption claims for discharge may be made on any of the following grounds, which are the only grounds for discharge by a local board: That you are a county or municipal officer. That you are a custom-house clerk. That you are employed by the United States in the transmission of mails. That you are an artificer or workman employed in an armory, arsenal or museum of the United States. That you are employed in the service of the United States (under certain conditions). See paragraph (e) of section 20. Regulations. That you are a licensed pilot regularly employed in the pursuit of your vocation. That you are a mariner actually employed in the sea service of any citizen or merchant within the United States. That you are a married man with a wife or child dependent on you for support. That you have aged or infirm parents dependent upon your labor for support. That you have a widowed mother dependent on your labor for support. That you are the father of a motherless child under sixteen dependent upon your labor for support or another of an orphan child or children under sixteen dependent on your labor for support. That you are a member of any well-recognized religious sect or organization organized and existent May 17, 1917, and whose then existing creed or principles forbide its members to participate in war in any form and whose religious convictions are against war or participation therein in accordance with the creed or principles of sall religious organisation. These are the only grounds for exertion of discharge by a local board. Another person can file a claim in your behalf, but must use different forms in filing the claim. 8. Proof of claims—Your claim of exemption or discharge must be filed within seven days of the day on which notice to you that you are called was posted and mailed. But after you have filed your claim for exemption or discharge you have ten days within which to file proof. The method of proving claims is very simple, but it is rather exact. If you follow the rules given below you will have done what is required of you: (a) Go to the local board and consult the regulations to find out the form number of the affidavits that you must submit for your particular claim. (b) Ask the board for the blank affidavits that are necessary in presenting your proof; if the board has not the forms, ask to consult the pamphlet of forms. (c) Have the affidavits properly accomplished and return them to the board within the time limit assigned you—ten days from the filing of your claim. Remember: (a) You must submit your proof in the prescribed form and the board has no authority to exempt or discharge you unless you submit all the affidavits required by regulations. (b) There will be no argument before the board and no proof other than the prescribed affidavits, unless the board calls for other proof, which it will do in only a limited number of cases. Action as to Claims. 9. WHEN CLAIMS ARE DECIDED —Every claim for discharge or exemption will be decided by the local board within three days after your affidavits have been filed. 10. CERTIFICATES OF EXEMPTION OR DISCHARGE—If your claim is allowed, a certificate of exemption or discharge will be issued to you. Remember: (a) This certificate may be recalled at any time. (b) If it is temporary or conditional it becomes of no effect when the time or the condition named is fulfilled. (c) You have been drawn for military service and when the condition that has postponed your posting to the colors ceases you may be recalled at any time. (d) Remember that your case may still be appealed to the district board by the government, and on this appeal your certificate may be withdrawn at once. When so withdrawn you stand precisely as though you had been selected for military service by the local board. 11. ADVERSE DECISIONS ON CLAIM—If your claim is disallowed by the local board your name will be certified and sent by the local board to the district board as one who has been called for military service and not exempted or discharged. Within two days thereafter, if practicable, a list of those so certified to the district board will be given to the press with a request for publication, will be posted in the offices of the local board accessible to the public view, and notice will be mailed to the address on the registration card. Therefore, if you have filed a claim for exemption and proof in support thereof watch the notices in the office of the local board, beginning about five days after you have filed your proof, to see what disposition was made of your case and make arrangements for the prompt receipt of mail. Carrying Up Appeals. 12. HOW TO CLAIM APPEALS TO DISTRICT BOARDS—Claims of appeal may be made by a person within ten days after the day when notice has been posted and malled that such person's name has been certified to the district board as one who has been called for service and not exempted or discharged. Therefore if you desire to appeal— (a) Go to the local board and get or copy form 153 or 154 for filing your claim of appeal. (b) Get or copy also form 151 or 152 for notifying the district board of appeal. (c) File your claim of appeal (153 or 154) with the local board. (d) Send your notice of appeal (form 151 or 152) to the district board. (e) Do this within ten days from the day when notice that your name was certified to the district board was posted and mailed. Remember: (a) You can only appeal the final order of the board exempting or discharging or refusing to exempt or discharge you. You cannot appeal other orders or actions of the local board. 13. PROVING YOUR APPEAL—You have five days after the district board receives your notice that you have filed a claim of appeal in which to file evidence additional to that filed by you in the local board, but all such evidence must consist of affidavits. Reception of Decisions. 14. DECISIONS ON APPEAL—The decision on your appeal must be made within five days of the closing of proof, and you will be notified by mail of the action of the board on your appeal. 15. CLAIMS FOR DISCHARGE ON INDUSTRIAL GROUNDS—Only the district board can receive claims for discharge on the ground that they are engaged in industry, including agriculture, found to be necessary to the maintenance of the military establishment, the effective operation of the military forces, or the maintenance of national interest during the emergency. Such claims must be filed with the district board on or before the fifth day after the mailing and posting of notice that you have been certified by the local board as one who has been called for service and not exempted or discharged. If you desire to file such a claim: (a) Get a copy at the local or district board of form 161 or 161a. (b) Fill the form out properly. (c) File it with the district board within five days after the mailing and posting of notice that your name has been certified from the local board to the district board. See section 44, regulations. 16. PROOF IN SUPPORT OF IN DUSTRIAL CLAIM--Only affidavits can be used in filing proof before the industrial board of a claim for exemption on industrial grounds. All such affidavits must be filed within five days after the filing of the claim. Industrial Claim Rulings. 17. DECISIONS ON INDUSTRIAL CLAIM—Within five days after the closing of proof in any industrial claim the district board must decide the claim. If the decision of the district board is in favor of the claim the board will issue a certificate of discharge. If the decision is against the claim the district boards will so notify you. Remember that you have been called for military service and that the certificate of the district board is only conditional on your remaining in the kind of industrial service on account of which you were discharged. No such exemption shall continue when a cause therefor no longer exists and your certificate of discharge may be withdrawn or modified by the district board at any time that the district board shall determine that the circumstances require it. 18. APPEALS TO THE PRESIDENT—Only decisions of district boards on industrial claims for discharge can be appealed. If you desire to appeal the decision of the district boards to the president, you may do so within seven days of the date of mailing to you of the decision of the district board. To perfect your appeal: (a) Get or copy from the district or local board Form 163. (b) Fill out the form and file it with the district board. (c) Do this within seven days after the mailing of notice to you of the decision of the district board in your case. 19. HOW YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED—As soon as your case is finally disposed of, the adjunct general of your state will notify you by mail that you have been selected for military service. Your local boards will post a list of all persons selected for military service in a place at the office of the local boards accessible to public view. The local boards will also give lists of persons selected for military service to the press with the requests for publication. Notice that you have been selected for military service will not necessarily order you into service. The notice to report for military service will come when the government is ready to receive you. Naturally. "The last time I saw Jones he looked to be going down hill very fast." "Has he fallen in bad health?" "No; he was coasting on his wheel." The Main Point. Old Friend—Much better than you did your client. International Film Service Boxing match between American bluejackets on a wharf at the navy yard at Portsmouth, N. H. This interesting picture shows big German shells dropping in the city of Nieuport, Belgium, and firing the town. Nieuport has been under bombardment many times and is almost as frequent a target for the German big guns as is Relms. - Corporal James Norman Hall of Colfax, la., member of the Lafayette flying squadron, who is now in Solosss hospital after a single-handed battle with eight German warplanes. Corporal Hall was flying over the German lines when attacked by a German biplane. After a hot encounter seven other German machines came to the assistance of the biplane and in that unequal fight Hall was shot through the lung. He managed, however, with great courage and coolness to bring his machine down within the French lines. He fainted just before landing, but had strength and presence of mind to cut off the gasoline and ease the landing so that the machine was not destroyed. This daring member of the corps of Americans flying for France joined the American squadron recently after being wounded in the British army and discharged. He is the son of Mrs. A. W. Hall of Colfax, and is author of "Kitchener's Mob." Before the war he was a newspaper man in Boston. Taxes Hit Inheritances. The man with an inheritance is calling for help, says a New York news letter. Inflated prices have taken away all the thrill of joy that he feels when the lawyer reads the will and he finds that he has inherited a few thousand or so. "When a man inherited a couple of thousand a few years ago," said an inheritance man yesterday, "he felt himself established for life. He proposed to the idol of his heart, dressed like a Beau Brummel, and immediately semaphored the architect to go ahead. But nowadays a few thousands melts like a gumdrop on the tongue of an Eskimo. In fact, a man with a few thousand dollars is up against taxes and expenses that require reams of paper to enumerate. By standard time it takes a man just one week of ordinary living in this town to go through a cool thousand. He gets nothing out of it whatever except a cheap outfit, an awful shock and a bitter experience." DEAD GERMANS IN CAPTURED TRENCH ```markdown ``` Bodies of dead Germans lying in a trench on the western front captured by the French. TWO ANARCHISTS SENT TO PRISON Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman, who were found guilty of conspiracy against the selective draft act and were sentenced to two years imprisonment each and fined each $10,000. Lemon Hanks High in Medicines. Whoever first gave vent to the phrase "ten miles from a lemon" created a classic line; for nothing could indeed be more tragic than to sigh in vain for a lemon and be denied it. For general utility the lemon is pre-eminent, and no fruit can compete with it in the number and variety of its uses. There is nothing more effective in natural foods for toning the system and purifying the blood than this, the most positive of citrus fruits, says the New York American. Save for a few cases where a superfluity of acids is prohibited, the lemon may be prescribed freely, especially for cooling the blood and relieving or preventing a long list of ailments which take their rise in disorders of the liver. Louis is the only boy, not only in the immediate family, but also in the collateral branches. One night at his nurse's knee he said his prayers aloud: "Now I lay me down to sleep." Pausing, he reflected a moment and then broke out: "Golly! Wouldn't there be a row in this family if that 'u'd happen!" Just a Guess. "What's all that pounding in the other room?" queried a drummer while he was waiting to see the buyer. "Dunno," replied the office boy. "I heard the boss say he'd got to frame a speech, an' I guess he's doin' it." World Developments are Bringing About Revolution in Public Education In the United States no national policy of education exists. If the man in the street were halted suddenly and his opinion were demanded, he would probably reply that education is very important. Then, after an embarrassing silence, the subject would be dismissed. Yet in no other country does education receive a greater emphasis. Schools with us, however, are matters of local initiative. If the local board of education is wise, the schools will tend to be good. But the schools vary in every district. The state and the nation exercise relatively feeble control over education. Public opinion is more pervasive. There is a subconscious competition between localities, supported by the general feeling that "education is very important." That, however, is nearly as much as can be said. Public education is, however, in the midst of a revolution. We have always known, or rather asserted, that the success of self-government depends on universal education. Now we are getting fresh emphasis on our creed from other sources. Russia, correspondents have said, is so busy learning that at intervals it seems to have no energy for doing. England, which appears to be getting its democracy less dramatically, but perhaps not less thoroughly, is having a new revival of learning. Among the practical measures discussed in England, "first and foremost is the need for more teachers, and better, and for a substantial advance in the status and remuneration of what ought to be regarded as a single but highly differentiated pedagogical service, from the kindergarten mistress to the regius professor." The nation must create better facilities for training teachers, and it should nationalize the system of private scholarships in order to increase the number of young people for whom higher education is feasible. Twenty-five thousand national scholarships are suggested as a beginning. The end and purpose of this would be to give a free choice of professions to all able and willing to take the training. Large ideas, these, but they are at the basis of a genuinely democratic system of education. Damascus, in Syria, is the oldest of all cities now existing. They are agitating the question of digging a canal along the south shore of Long Island. Wisconsin was a part successively Indiana, Illinois and Michigan before it was made a state in 1848. Keyless fire alarm boxes are replacing the old "break the glass and turn the key" style in New York. If Alaska's erratic coast line was stretched out in a straight line it would be longer than the entire coast line of the remainder of the United States. A five-ton electric cannon which may be fired without noise, smoke or powder has been invested by a Philadelphia. It is to be tried out at Norristown, Pa. ```markdown ``` World's Largest Organ, in Great English Cathedral, Is to Have 10.567 Pipes The largest organ in the world is now being built for the new cathedral at Liverpool. It is the gift of Mrs. James Barrow of Waterloo, near Liverpool. Started in January, 1913, it was to take four years to complete. Says London Tid-Bits: This organ will have five manuals, 167 speaking stops, and 215 stop knobs, and a total of 10,567 pipes. The action itself will be electro- pneumatic and tubular- pneumatic on the Willis system. The keys will be laid with heavy plates of ivory without surface joints and the key frames will be of ebony. The music desk, draw stop and pedal jambs of console will be made of rosewood and the pedal board will be made of teak. The four tremulants will be rather unique, inasmuch as the player will be able to regulate the rapidity of the vibrato at will by means of a pedal. The blowing will be done by seven separate installations and each separate installation will be electrically blown, and the speed will be automatically controlled by the rise and fall of the main reservoir. The starting and stopping will be easily accomplished at the console by simply pressing three sets of push buttons. Now, probably most people will think that the organ will be altogether too large, but when the size of the cathedral is taken into consideration, it will be readily seen that the organ will by no means be out of proportion. The total length of the cathedral is 60 feet, width across the main transepts 200 feet and the height from the floor to the apex of groinning 115 feet. Deserts Are Disappearing Before March of Progress: At the present time there are many young Australians who are reaping good crops from areas which were marked on the maps as "deserts" when these young fellows went to school in Australia; in fact, some of the most prosperous districts were not long ago shown on the school maps as "deserts" or uninhabited spaces, but as settlement has pushed on, and the landseeker has had to go farther for his selection, these blanks have been filled with prosperous settlements. Thriving towns are growing here and there, and, instead of being shown as "deserts," the school children in Australia are being taught the names of these agricultural towns. The same thing applies to Australia as a whole. Maps get out of date rapidly on account of the changes being effected throughout the country. Active railway construction policies are assisting the settler, and before many years have passed spaces now uninhabited—through being almost inaccessible—will be shown as scenes of activity and prosperity. GIVE CANNING A FAIR TRIAL GIVE CANNING A FAIR TRIAL "Don't judge the success of canning by your first effort with whatever product you happen to find in market when you begin operations," says a statement just issued by the United States department of agriculture. "It is more than likely that if you were a beginner at canning you started with strawberries, the first fruit available. If you did you should realize that strawberries are one of the most difficult of all products to can satisfactorily. It is next to impossible, in fact, to can this fruit, as distinguished from preserving it (in which case a much larger proportion of sugar is used), so that its color, size, and texture will be preserved. "It is normal, if ordinary canning practices are followed, to have strawberries shrink, turn more or less brown, and float to the top of the jars. The product is palatable, however, and will keep perfectly if the sterilization has been done properly. "Don't feel, therefore, that your strawberry canning is a failure. Above all, don't become discouraged and fear that all your canning will be unsatisfactory. Practically every vegetable and fruit in worth canning may be canned and kept in a condition fairly compar- SOME SMILES Farmer Whiffletree was riding along in his wagon with an extra wheel strapped to the back of it. "What's the idea?" asked another farmer who met him. "Imitatin' them automobel fellers?" "Nope; anticipatin' 'em," was the reply. Wild Oats. Young hardfax —But, dad, there can't be any real harm in sowing a few wild oats. Old Hardfax—Mebbe not, 'cause if you're as much of a donkey as I think you are you can eat the crop. Young hardfax —But, dad, there can't be any real harm in sowing a few wild oats. Old Hardfax Mebbe not, 'cause if you're as much of a donkey as I think you are you can eat the crop. Mr. Gotrox—When I was your age I didn't have a dollar. Cholly Gotrox—Well, dad, when I am your age I probably won't have a dollar. "Are there any grounds for those reports?" "There must be some ground since they are so much in the air." A Tonic. "There are two phonograph records missing, Bridget." "Sure, the goat did eat 'em up today, Pat." "Well, he wasn't feeling first rate; perhaps they'll tone him up a bit." able in flavor and texture to the fresh product. "Canned food will be needed next winter as it has never been needed before. Let your slogan be, therefore: 'Can all the food you can; dry the succulent foods which cannot be kept well otherwise.'" "In canning, specialize on nutritious foods and concentrate to small bulk by cooking down all vegetables high in water content." OBLIGATION IN HOME AS WE By P For those who cannot go well as those who will go to there is a distinct obligati EPIGRHYMES: I tried to write a funny verse about the present war; I tried to be facetious, tried to use mixed metaphor and coin some slangy phrases that would make us feel less blue, but say—the stuff I handed out would kill a kangaroo. For WHERE'S THE sense in running,'like a COWARD, from the fact THAT Home's foundations, peace and love, WOULD straightway be attacked, if there existed many men who did NOT DARE TO FIGHT FOR what our country stands today—the Greatest Human Right! Of course it does no good to try to frown the hours away—to deprecate all pleasure and to hush the kids, at play; but when this war is mentioned, it seems infinitely small to talk in flippant terms, or e'en, perhaps, to talk at all except to plan how we can use our bodies, brawn and brain to serve Our Country in her war to win World Peace, again. Today the words of Scott apply: The Good, the Great, the Grand should permeate our every thought concerning SUCH A LAND! In Midst of Destruction Conservation Is Achieved. In the midst of monster destruction an enormous conservation is achieved. Only the dead are laid away. Nothing is "scrapped." They make late out of cast-off shoes, redeem shattered guns convert refuse fat into glycerin, replenish the flickering fires of life itself. War is not all waste, writes Isaac F. Marcosson in Everybody's Magazine. And when this moving picture, more animated than any imagination play ever thrown upon cinema screen, has passed before you, you realize, ever before a single shot is fired, that energy and organization of the highest order have been tested to a well-night incredible extent. It dawns on you that war is work! Pullin' Through. Well, what's to come'll come, I guess- peace or war, the same; Ain't blamlin' of nobody this side the time to blame; An' for the high cost business, when prices come in view, The folks in my old settlement are great on pullin' through! An' blows things topsy-turvy, it doesn't turn us wrong; We hold the road—we keep right on, with faith that's firm an' true; For folks in this here settlement are great on pullin' through. We're not a-huntin' trouble, an' though no wings we wear We're good enough, I reckon, for our habitation here; Leastways, that's how we see it; Work done means work to do. An' folks in this herd settlement are great on pullin' through! Constitution "You see," said the professor, "the science of chemistry depends on the discovery of certain affinities—" THE NEW YORKER "Pardon me," interrupted Miss Prym. "I trust the conversation can proceed without drifting into scandal." Literally So. Flippant Friend—There's one ripping scene in your new play. Pleased Author—Glad you liked it. Which one do you mean? Flippant Friend—In the dressmaker's workroom, where they're pulling the gowns to pieces. Dark Outlook. "Don't you think the Russian women are brave who have formed themselves into a regiment, and will have the same discipline and fight the same as the men?" "Maybe so, but all that training and military knowledge are going to tell in Russian homes when the war is over." Contrary Result. "The new apartment house you see yonder cost its builder a round sum." "It did?" "And then was a flat failure." In the Court. "Now, my good woman, I will take up the subject of your dispute with your husband." "But you can't take it up. your honor." OBLIGATION RESTS UPON THOSE AT HOME AS WELL AS SOLDIERS AT FRONT By REV. CHARLES STELZIE. For those who cannot go to war—as well as those who will go to the front—there is a distinct obligation to dedicate themselves to the task of helping on the great new brotherhood of the world. This brotherhood will be founded upon the revolution which is sweeping through every country on the globe, and which is working itself out through the war, from the effects of which no nation can escape. Nor can this movement for the brotherhood of man be retarded by petty hates and spites or by the ambitions and intrigues of kings and cabinets and the heartless machinations of contemptuous politicians. For hundreds of years the race of men has been getting ready for this world brotherhood. And all the signs point toward the fulfillment of the noble ideals which has been vaguely, though persistently floating through the hearts and minds of those who, each in their day and generation, brought their contributions toward this world democracy. The Russia of hundreds of years is no more—the czar is gone forever. The Germany of generations has closed itself in—to be opposed by every forward-looking nation, and by the larger-minded Germans themselves, until it has been crushed for all time. England—self-confident, self-satisfied, luxurious, with class spirit highly developed—though sound at heart—has seen the need of closer and sincerer co-operation with the wider-visioned nations of earth. France—light-hearted and gay, often careless—although it had the blood of heroes and martyrts in its veins—can never again be what it was. Facts in Figures. Venezuela yearly imports patients valued at $22,000. Brazil last year exported 13,639,000 bags of coffee. Brazil's 1916 exports were valued at $267,706,000; imports $196,057,000. Argentina's 1916 imports amounted to $217,400,322; exports, $543,345,839. Canada in 1916 recorded 3,576 business failures. In 1915 there were 5,322 failures. Leeds, England, street railway receipts in 1916-17 up to March amounted to $2,510,105; profits $336,740. British capital invested in Canada totals $2,914,000,000; United States investments reach $637,000,000. "PING" BODIE IS LIONIZED BY PHILLIE BASEBALL FANS Greatest Object of Hero Worship in Quakertown Since the Days of Rube Waddell. It is doubtful whether the Athletics have had a bigger object of hero worship than Ping Bodie among the fans since the days of the late lamented Rube Waddell. This may seem like a broad assertion to make, but there is ground for believing it true. There never was a 8 bigger lion in Philadelphia baseball than Rube Waddell. His doings off the field were followed as much as his pitching performances. Waddell came and left, but in latter years there was no personality like the Rube's even in the days when Eddie Collins, J. Franklin Baker and Dan Murphy were heroes. The new infux of Athletic celebrities were different than the Rube in that they were correct young men, who cranked their automobiles after the game and whirled away to suburban residences. The fans never saw them except in a uniform. There was no common bond between player and patron. Bodie is different. He is democratic, and the fans can get a close view of him. He is a mingler and a mixer, although he never permits popularity to affect his usefulness as a player. As a matter of fact, Bodie has been the most maligned player in the country. His name was connected with so many tales of the "bone head" type, "Ping" Bodie. And America—we are being shaken out of the ruts of commercial success and money making—and brought to a higher sense of the appreciation of the higher values of life which we heretofore only half understood. Out of this will come a purified world, seeing new ideals and holding truer aspirations. But if these are to be realized, there must be great and constant individual devotion to the cause of democracy and brotherhood. When enough of us catch this "vision splendid" and determine to live it out—making the sacrifices demanded of us in shop and office and store—while those who are at the front are doing their share to "make democracy safe" then "the day" will have arrived. For this may every man of us fervently pray and work. There's a scripture passage to the effect that "righteousness exalteth a nation." This means justice, whatever else may be included in the definition. And don't let's forget that no nation can be righteous until its citizens are just. Nor can there be a world democracy until there is in it at least the same standard of fair dealing. The coming of the world brotherhood depends less upon platforms and pronouncements than it does upon our readiness to give to our brothers their just due. And so that no man may escape "conscription" in this larger task, let it be understood by every one of us that there is no class or condition in society which is free from the personal obligation to give every other man the same square deal demanded by each of us for ourselves. all of which existed only in the imagination of writers, that the fans cannot be blamed if they formed this conception of him. It was really Bodie's good nature that gave him his ill-deserved reputation. He was big, loud-voiced and laughing, and the writers picked him out as a mark and made him the foil for all the humor they had in their systems. Ping never objected. "I should worry" was his philosophy. He let the writers go the limit, and they did. Bodie is not a college graduate and makes no pretensions of being such. He is a boy from San Francisco, of Italian parentage, his real name being Francisco Pizzolini, who has earned his own living ever since he has been able to live Poultry Pointers. Never allow broods of chicks to be mothered by any except clean, healthy hens, for filthy, diseased mothers carry sickness and death to the youngsters. A chick with lice will stand and cry, or drop its heal as if sleeping while standing up, but the fault may be with the disposition of the hen. If she is not naturally a good mother, there is no remedy but to get rid of her in the brood yard. Fowls are not likely to contract tuberculosis from domestic animals or from man, yet birds that have had the disease are serious menace to other farm animals, as well as the poultryman and the family. Do not neglect to give room to the growing chicks. At six weeks, the chicks are independent of the brooder, and may be put in cold brooders or colony houses. Their inclination on cool nights will be to crowd. Pilling up means trouble. For this reason it is best to have not more than twenty in a group. Let your poultry have the free range of your orchard. There they will not only find the shade so grateful to them in hot weather, but they will feed on multitudes of insects which may be injurious to trees and shrubbery. As soon as practicable, give the pullets more room by culling out the cockerels. Dispose of the pre-cocious little Mother's Cook Book Summer Sandwiches. As a picnic without sandwiches is something the children cannot imagine, let us give them a few which are safe for them to eat. Strawberry Sandwiches. Spread buttered bread with strawberry jam and sprinkle freely with finely chopped nuts. Cut in fancy shapes. For nut sandwiches mix a cupful of peanuts, a half cupful each of walnut and pecan meat all well chopped with enough mayonnaise to spread. This filling may be used on brown bread without using butter. Whip a quarter of a cupful of cream, then stir in a half cupful of finely ground, blanched almonds, two tablespoonfuls of sugar and a very little almond extract. Use this filling on white bread. Nuts are sometimes difficult for children to digest because they are not well masticated by them, so if they Summer Sandwiches. Almond Sandwiches fellows that get red combs and begin to crow before they are half grown. They are unlikely to make the best birds, and become a nuisance about the place. Leghorn pullets are capable of consuming about 90 pounds of skim milk each during a year. A hen selldom chooses an open, exposed location for a nest. The shape of the egg is no indication of what the sex of the chick will be. There is money in raising broilers and roosters. Food Wasters Branded as Disloyal to Country by Head of Camp Fire Girls. That people who waste food are as bad as those who overeat, was the assertion made to Camp Fire girls by Dr. Luther Gulick, national president. Doctor Gulick continued: "We should look upon such persons who are willing as hosts to take the best of the food on the table, leaving our guests, the allies, to get anything they can, as disloyal to our country." The list of suggestions for patriotic manners follows: Save and use every scrap of bread or other wheat product; use meat or eggs but once a day; use all left-over bits of meat and bones for soup, stews and hashes; use corn in place of wheat to a considerable extent; buy only the food you need; clean out all bread and cake bowls and dishes used for cooking cereals with a spatula; scrub the potatoes and eat the skins; do not have many things to eat at one meal; have only two courses at meals; use rice instead of potatoes; use rice water for soups; spaghetti and macaroni take the place of potatoes; use the less expensive and more nourishing cuts of meat; use little butter; leave no scraps on your plate; don't help yourself to more than you can eat; when serving food make the portions small; use vegetables which you have raised yourself in your own garden; can all fruits for yourself; in the fall gather all edible nuts. Servant Was Paid No Wages But Was Taken to Cemetery Occasionally Just as Treat An unusual servant in these days of high-priced help appeared before Justice Cropsey in Brooklyn in Euphrosnia Wiegert, who worked 13 years for Mrs. Josephine Prentice of Brooklyn, and says she collected only $171.50 for services, says the New York World. She sued Mrs. Prentice's estate for $3,398 and a jury gave her a verdict for $2,006. Miss Wiegert testified that she worked for Mrs. Prentice from 1902 to 1915, when the latter died. The maid said Mrs. Prentice promised to remunerate her upon the death of her mother, when she would come into an estate left by her father. The girl's wages first were $18 a month, she testified; later they were raised to $22. Mrs. Prentice and her mother died within a short time of each other, failing to provide for the faithful servant. Mrs. Margaret M. John, formerly a Mrs. Margaret M. John, formerly a neighbor of Mrs. Prentice, testified: "Mrs. Prentice told me she thought a great deal of Rose. She said that sometimes she gave Rose 25 or 50 cents, but did not pay her any wages. Just for a treat, Mrs. Prentice said, she would take Rose to the cemetery and buy her a lunch. She said she intended to be very good to Rose when her mother's estate was settled." Eventually. "About a week ago," says Ocry Wattles, "my wife told me to bring home a package of hers which is in my desk at the office. I forgot it the next day, and never thought of it until I had reached home and she spoke of it. The next day after that, however, I thought of it again just as I got off the car in front of my home. The third day I thought of it while I was on the car going south past St. Mary's hospital. Last night I thought of that package just as I stepped on the car at Tenth and Walnut to go home. But I am getting closer, you'll notice. Give me a couple of days more and I'll be sure to think of it before I leave the office."—Kansas Star. are always ground or finely chopped this difficulty is overcome. A sandwich which is especially nice for chocolate lovers but one which should be wisely used with children is called the college sandwich. Spread peanut butter on slabs of sweet chocolate—the milk chocolate—is best and put them together as a sandwich. Royal Sandwiches Mix well three hard cooked eggs, four tablespoonfuls of butter, a dusting of red pepper, two tablespoonfuls of chopped, cooked tongue; rub all through a sieve and add two tablespoonfuls of whipped cream or the same amount of mayonnaise, or boiled dressing could be substituted. Spread this on bread, then sprinkle with finely chopped celery that has stood in ice water to become crisp. Place another slice of bread on top and decorate with riced hard cooked eggs, and chopped parsley if liked. Cut in strips and serve. Mix watercress with butter, finely chopping the cress and adding a little onion juice, spread on white or brown bread. Any cold fish with a small amount of finely chopped pickle makes a wholesome sandwich filling. Nellie Macwell Are invited to send Social Notes to Social News Editor and Agent, Miss Olga York, 506 Boston Block. Tel. Nlc. 1873. IMPORTANT NOTICE During the summer the Twin City Star forms will be closed on Wednesday night. Persons wishing to see the Editor may call at 1317 6th Ave. N. on Wednesdays from 9 A. M. to 12, and 3 to 6 P. M. Tel. N. W. Hyland 1205. Unless notes are written plainly and properly arranged they will not be inserted. Many people send in notes regardless of names, initials or composition. Arrangement by the publisher will be charged for. Free notices must be correctly written. THE STAR'S PHONE, HY. 1205. BELL'S BARBER SHOP, 244 3rd Ave. So. McDEW'S BARBER SHOP, 3 North 3rd St. CUT RATE GROCERY, 429 North 6th Ave. SIMMONS' RESTAURANT, 500 4th Ave. So. World's News Stand Wash and 2nd ave so Miss Francis Mask has gone to spend her three weeks' vacation. She will visit her aunts, Mrs. M. Easter, 515 East Thirty-sixth street, Chicago, and Mrs. Lottie Taylor, 241 Terrace street, Hot Springs, Ark., also friends in St. Louis, Mo. Mr. Frank Peoples has purchased an Overland auto. Misses Clarist and Ellen Lucas, 109 East Twenty-fifth street, are on an eastern visit. They will go as far as New York. Miss Clarist will visit in Oklahoma City before returning. Mrs. Katie Knott and daughter, La Nita, are visiting her daughter, Mrs. Robert Marshall, 3004 Grand avenue. Mrs. Knott will leave Aug. 9th for Chicago and other eastern cities. Miss La Nita will remain here until her mother's return. THE STAR is the CHEAPEST and BEST NEWO PAPER in the NORTHWEST. It needs 500 more Subscribers to keep it going. Help to get us A BIGGER CIRCULATION. Miss Caledonia Johnson, a public school teacher of Greenwood, Miss., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Sarah Johnson, 1318 East 25th St., for the vacation season. Mrs. O. C. Uptergrove is in Chicago visiting her mother, Mrs. Butler, 3571 Forrest Ave., who is very ill. ODD FELLOWS ANNUAL PICNIC St. Anthony Lodge of Odd Fellows will give their annual picnic on Aug. 1 at Stubb's Bay, on the Luce Line. THIS MUSICAL CONCERT AND DANCE TO BE UNEXCELLED. The musical concert and ball by the Twin City musicians will be a great affair on July 30th, at the Arcadia Dancing Academy, 5th St. near 4th Ave. So. Come early and hear the musical program. The committee is Ralston McInnis, president; E. C. Cason, secretary; T. E. Cason, C. D. Monroe and E. Hill—Advertisement. THE TWIN CITY STAR will be sent to any out of town address. Send your subscription in postage stamps. Read your home paper while visiting in other cities. It's like a letter from home. IT MAY BE HOT ON THE NIGHT OF THE TWIN CITY MUSICIANS' CONCERT AND DANCE, BUT ONE GOOD THING IS CERTAIN—YOU MAY DANCE IN YOUR SHIRT-SLEEVES.—Advertisement. Mr. Harry Roberts of Davenport, Iowa, is visiting his relations in this city. He is a nephew of the late policeman, James A. Roberts, and cousin of Mr. James J. Roberts. He is on a vacation and will go to Chillicothe, Ohio, to visit relatives. Mr. Roberts is an employee at the United States arsenal at Davenport as a harness-maker. Mrs. James A. Roberts spent the week-end with her sister, Mrs. M. B. Calimese at Lake Minnetonka. Messrs. John A. Dickerson, Earl D. Stewart and H. B. Rowe of Dickerson's carnival spent a short while in the city this week. They are having big successes and are receiving an unusual amount of favorable press comment. Oftimes those who seek a national reputation cannot claim to being the right kind of a local character. The Elks' picnic at Stubb's Bay was a pleasant day's outing. There were auto parties galore and a congenial crowd spent the day boating, fishing and dancing. ```markdown ``` A James P. Jackson. (From a group photo taken at the Elks Convention at Chicago in 1916.) FUNERAL OF J. P. JACKSON. Fraternities and Friends Pay Last Respects. James Preston Jackson, who died on July 19, after a lingering illness, was buried Monday from St. Peter A. M. E. Church. He was a member of Ames Lodge of Elks, St. Anthony Lodge No. 2877, Household of Ruth No. 776 and Past Grand Masters Council No. 385 of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows. Services began with "Nearer My God to Thee," by the choir; Prayer by Rev. G. W. Mitchell, "Asleep in Jesus," by the choir; reading Matthew, ninth chapter, Rev. I. W. Bess; solo, "Tm Looking Beyond," Mrs. Fannie Pierre; sermon, Rev. T. B. Stovall, who spoke on "The Great Physician;" he reviewed the life and character of the departed, and spoke of his confession of Christian faith and request for baptism. The lodges conducted the burial services. The Elks were in charge of the remains. Mrs. Addie Crawford-Minor sang "Looking This Way," and Mr. Earl D. Stewart sang "The Rosary," both by his request. Mr. Wm R. Morris recited Thanatophils. About 40 Elks attended. The honorary pallbearers were James Branch and Fred G. Thomas of the Elks. Noah Stone and J. H. Johnston of the Odd Fellows and Wm. R. Morris, representing both fraternities. The remains rested in a purple plush-covered, open couch casket, which bore the emblems, "three links" and an elk's head. The active pallbearers were Geo. Peale, Sylvester Davis and McDuff Woodard of the Past Grand Masters Council, and Brothers Ewing Shannon, Wm. McIntosh and J. Edw. Stewart of the Elks. Mrs. Chas. Welborn officiated for the Household of Ruth; W. R. Morris P. M. V. P., for the Odd Fellows and Exalted Ruler P. H. Southall for the Elks. The floral pieces were numerous and very beautiful. Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Schuck of Bemidji, Minn., sent a large cluster of sweet peas, roses and ferns; Mrs. Jennie Johnson, large pillow and Odd Fellows' emblem; Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Spence, elk's head coffin-plate; Mesdames Columbus Jenifer, Nellie Holmes and Eva Lucas, large sheaf; Geo. Johnson, bouquet; Sylvester W. Oliver; large spray carnations; Mrs. Jessie Shannon, cluster of mignonette and sweet peas; Mesdames Arthur Dean and Harry Gardner, cross of roses and daisies; Household of Ruth, a sheaf; Ames Lodge of Elks, large floral design representing a clock; C. G. Brown, cross of carnations and roses; Cornelius Turner and Chas. C. Hines, large floral piece. Undertaker Lawrence conducted the burial. Interment at Lakewood. James Preston Jackson was born in Chambersburg, Pa., Dec. 25, 1860, and was an orphan at an early age. He and his sister, Mrs. Jennie Johnson, were reared in the family of Mrs. Ellen McClennan (white) of that city. They visited their old home last summer and the press spoke of them as "old citizens." Mr. Jackson was a well known cook. He has resided in Minneapolis about 37 years and was called "Sandwich Jack." He had a genial disposition and his departure marks the passing of one of the pioneers. A Card of Thanks. I wish to thank all those who assisted me during the illness and death of my beloved brother, J. P. Jackson, especially the fraternities and the donors of the beautiful flowers—Mrs. Jennie Johnson, 401 Fifth Ave. So., Minneapolis. A COMING EVENT The N. A. A. C. P. is working hard to present a beautiful and humorous play entitled "Pro Tem" to be followed by a dance. Watch for the date. You must not miss this as it will be the grand social event of the midsummer season. THE CADETS ARE DRILLING. The K. P. Cadets are being drilled every Saturday afternoon by Capt. W. C. Jeffrey at Knox Hall, 8th ave. s. and 4th st. The boys are very enthusiastic and a large number have joined. Uniforms will be ready soon and a public appearance will be made. Miss Olga York has accepted the position as stenographer and bookkeeper for Mr. J. M. Morris, 506 Boston Block. Mr. Richard Newton is employed as head porter at the National hotel, which closed its dining room on account of the "prohibition" order. Dick" was one of the old waiters, and Proprietor Ferris made a place for him because of his faithful services and popularity among the patrons. DOUGHTERS OF ISIS CONVENE IN DETROIT IN AUGUST. The annual meeting of the Grand Court of the Daughters of Isis will be held in Detroit, Mich., beginning Aug. 6th. Fezzanesse Court of St. Paul will be represented by Mrs. Wm. Martin. Mrs. Clarence Roper, Mrs. Lawson A. Melker and Mrs. Jose H. Sherwood will attend. Mrs. Sherwood is treasurer of the Grand Court. The Daughters of Isis is the female branch of the Shriners. Mrs. Melker is a Part Grand Commandress of the Grand Court and Mrs. Ropes is Past Commandress of Fezzanese Court. Gopher Lodges of Elks will give a carnival about the middle of August. Dr. Chas. Henry Phillips, Jr., of St. Louis, Mo., and wife have been visiting the Twin Cities, residing with Mr. C. E. James, 632 West Central avenue, St. Paul. Dr. Phillips was very active during the East St. Louis riots, and secured the municipal building for the sufferers. His visit here was mainly to overcome mental strain and recuperate. Mr. Daniel Perkins, of East St. Louis, has come to St. Paul to live. His sister, Miss Mattie Perkins, 714 Third street, a hairdresser, was killed during the riot. Her remains were carried to Nashville, Tenn., their former home. Mr. Johnny Swann left Sunday night for Billings, Mont., to remain indefi- Mr. Gus. Berry, steward of the Porters' and Waiters' club, has gone on a vacation of about six weeks. He will visit many eastern cities. Mr. Wm. Taylor, for many years a doorkeeper at several of the clubs, is seriously ill at the City hospital. Mrs. Edna Pinkney and son, Master Wm. Freeman, of Philadelphia, reached here July 22 to attend the funeral of the late J. P. Jackson. They will remain indefinitely with Mrs. Jennie Johnson, 401 5th avenue south. Mrs. L. D. Martin, of Garfield avenue, is visiting Mrs. Anna Ward in Detroit, Mich. Mrs. Ward's father, Mr. Willis Ward, is very ill. CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY TENT MEETING. Rev. G. W. Mitchell, pastor of the People's Christian Assembly, is conducting services in their large tent near 13th and Washington avenue south. All are invited to come and hear the true gospel under comfortable conditions: Baptismal services were held last Sunday in the Mississippi river by Rev. Mitchell of the People's Christian Assembly. Lyman Stovall, son of Rev. Stovall, met with an accident this week. He is employed by a motor company and his hand caught in the machinery, resulting in the loss of the little finger on his right hand. Mrs. Eugene Schuck, of Bemidji, Minn., arrived here Sunday to attend the funeral of Mr. J. P. Jackson. She returned home this week. Funds Raised For the Coleman Home. Friends of the Coleman Industrial Home For Boys at Pittsburgh recently conducted a flower tag day, from which a snug sum was raised to meet a pressing financial need. Miss Grace Lowndes was chairman of the day. The managers of the home are grateful to all who aided in making this unique entertainment a success. Food, clothing and other useful articles will be accepted at any time and gratefully acknowledged in behalf of the home at 1721 Bedford avenue. New Literary Society at Pittsburgh. The latest addition to the numerous literary and social organizations in Pittsburgh is the Morningside Literary and Debating society. The society holds its meetings at the Morningside Baptist church, in which it was organized in June. Elks to Meet at Cleveland (O.) 26. The annual convention of the grand lodge Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World will be held at Cleveland, O., from Aug. 26 to 30, inclusive. Armond W. Scott of Washington is the grand exalted ruler. WILSON ORDERS FIVE-MILE "DRY" ZONE AROUND CAMPS President Uses Authority Granted by Congress in Move to Protect Soldiers' Morals. Washington, July 24. — Establishment of a five-mile "dry zone" around all military camps has been ordered by President Wilson. At the same time the President, under authority granted by Congress in the army bill, prohibited the keeping of "houses of ill-fame, brothels or bawdy houses" within five miles of any military camp, station, for, post, cantonment, training or mobilization place. Arrest 200 Women at Pensacola Pensacola, Fla., July 27.—Under the navy departments' threat to withdraw sailors from Pensacola unless disorderly resorts were suppressed, the local authorities under orders from Governor Catts, raided the segregated district and arrested 200 women. ARTILLERY WIPES OUT DIVISION OF DISLOYAL TROOPS KORNILOFF ORDERS OWN GUNS TURNED ON SOLDIERS TO AVENGE INSULTS OF LAST FOUR MONTHS. TEUTONS GET ARTILLERY OF THREE RUSSIAN ARMIES Information Indicates Infantry Shot Gunners to Get Horses or Shot Horses in Revenge As They Retreated—Armored Care Cover Flight. London, July 27.—A dispatch to the Post from Petrograd says that under General Kornilkov's drastic measures to restore order in the Eleventh army one whole division thereof was blown to pieces by their own artillery, to avenge the insults which all loyal troops, and especially the artillery, have silently endured for the last four months from "these traitorous rascals." "An appalling blow," is the description of the Russian collapse given in another dispatch from Petrograd to the Post. Information regarding the guns of the Eleventh army almost staggers belief. It appears that the infantry shot down their own gunners in order to get their horses or shot the gun horses in revenge as they retreated, leaving practically all the artillery in the Eleventh army in the enemy's hands. TWO GERMAN BLOCKADE RUNNERS ARE DESTROYED Pair of Enemy Ships Also Captured by British—Four More Galician Towns Fall to Enemy. Amsterdam, July 27.—Two German vessels have been sunk and two German steamers have been taken to England by British destroyers, according to the correspondent at Texel, one of the Frisian islands, of the Amsterdam Telegraaf. A German steamship which had been torpedoed, the correspondent adds, has arrived at Denhelde. Germans Take Towns. Berlin, July 27.—German troops have captured the Galician towns of Buczacz, Tlumacz, Otynla and Delaytn, says the official statement issued by the German war office. The Russians also are said to be retreating in the direction of Czernowitz, the capital of Bukowina. ARMED BEMIDJI CITIZENS FORCE I. W. W.'S TO LEAVE Visit Organization's Headquarters and Warn Undesirables to Board Train and Not to Return. Bemidji, July 27.—More than 150 citizens, armed with clubs, visited the I. W. W. headquarters here and told the 30 men assembled in the office of Secretary Joe Dunning that they were to leave the city on the next train. A woman, whose name has not been learned, was among the I. W. W.'s assembled at headquarters and advised to leave the city with the men. The command of the citizens' committee was not obeyed promptly, but when it was shown that the people are determined to be rid of the I. W. W.'s they all packed their few belongings and were placed upon a westbound train which arrived at 3 p. m., and told not to return. HOPES OF U. S. FOR EARLY END OF GREAT WAR FADE Washington Makes No Attempt to Miminize Seriousness of Situation in War Theaters of Europe. Washington, July 27.—No attempt is made here to minimize the seriousness of the situation in the war theaters in Europe. The United States is in the war and will go through with it; but any hope of a short struggle has gone glimmering with the apparent almost complete collapse of the Russian war machine. GERMANY'S AIR RAIDERS FAIL TO REACH LONDON Carry Out Daylight Attack on English East Coast—Eleven Slain—Damage Slight. London, July 24.—Another daylight raid, carried out over the east coast of England, resulted in the repulse of about 20 German airplanes after they had dropped a number of bombs over Felixstowe and Harwich, killing 11 persons and injuring 26. The damage to property was insignificant. German Planes Seek U. S. Camp. Permanent Camp of the American Expeditionary Army in France, July 26. French patrol airplanes guarding secrets back of the battle line to prevent German aerial eyes spying out the location of the Sammies' camps. For days the French authori- ties say the Germans have been en- deavoring to locate the site of the American camp. American officers witnessed a thrilling air battle in the cloudless sky as French patrols beat back 15 of the curious German planes. A MADAME M. HART, The Reliable Milliner. BARGAINS IN MILLINERY. MADAM HART, 1215 Washington Ave. So., is having her ANNUAL SPRING SALE of HATS of the LATEST DESIGNS. No two Pattern Hats alike. A choice stock to select from. ATTENTION! LADIES. MANICURING AND FACIAL MASSAGE ELECTRIC HAIR TREATMENTS GIVEN HAIR STRAIGHTENING MY SPECIALTY. MADAM HART'S PREPARATIONS. ARTESIA CREAM. Handled past ten years. Removes Liver spots and black-heads. Bleaches the skin and renews its natural color. 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But the very disorganization of Russia is encouraging in the sense that Germany can make no advantageous peace with the newest republic. The United States must raise the proportion of Allied to Teuton fighters on the Western front to something like three to one. Or the flank of the Western front must be turned. To do either of these things we must free the seas of submarines and dominate the air. And: The French and British can more than hold their own until we can bring our forces into play for these purposes. View of Baker, Daniels and Polk. This is the picture sketched by Secretary Baker of the War department; Secretary Daniels of the Navy department and Acting Secretary of State Frank L. Polk. It is a composite picture drawn after long talks with all these three men in which the whole situation was thoroughly discussed. It is not a pessimistic picture. It reveals a great task. But it was the picture before America's eyes when war was declared. It has not grown worse as the details have been painted in by the experience of the last three months. Destroyer Only Remedy. An always, the great nub of it all looms up as the submarine. Were the submarine not always a factor, our troops could be rushed to France, trained quickly there, more quickly equipped, and hurled into the battle line. Everyone realizes the importance of this in Washington. Secretary Daniels stated that the whole shipbuilding facilities of the country are concentrated on two things—merchant ships and destroyers. It was gathered from Mr. Daniels' talk that the naval authorities have become convinced that the destroyer is the only way. Its construction and its use will be pushed to the limit. It will be used to convoy ships and to maintain a blockade off the submarine bases. This campaign will have two effects, according to observers here. It will hold down or even decrease the number of Germany's submarines and it will permit our merchant shipping to grow. Allies' Lines Firm. It is officially admitted here that the spring offensive was a failure. The German line was only pushed back—not broken. But the latest efforts of the Crown Prince have demonstrated that the Allied line cannot even be pushed back—much less broken. It was dented but its main outlines stand. Secretary Baker reiterated his declaration that the officers back from the western front are not pessimists. Stakovich Declares Provisional Government Will Appoint Successor. Independence Not Recognized. Petrograd, July 27. — Michael Stakovich, governor-general of Finland, has resigned. Governor-General Stakovich previously announced his attention to resign, but declared the provisional government would appoint a successor to him and maintain the latter and his staff at Helsingtons to show that Russia had not recognized the validity of the act passed by the Finnish parliament declaring the independence of Finland. May Deport Emma Goldman: New York, July 27.—If Alexander Berkman and Emma Goldman, the archists now being brought here from federal prisons, are freed on their appeal from conviction on the charge of conspiracy to obstruct the selective draft law, steps will be taken to deport them, according to a statement made by United States Immigration Commissioner Howe. Efforts were being made by their attorney to get ball of $25,000 each for Berkman and Miss Goldman, pending the hearing of their appeal which comes up soon.