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VOL. 8. NEW YEAR'S DAY Its Entrance Has Been Celebrated for Many Years. Guustom of Calling Originated With Dutch in New York State—Reception by President an Annual Occasion. THE celebration of the entrance of a New Year has been observed A New Year has been observed with much ceremony in this country ever since the beginning of our Republic. President Washington was the first to establish the custom, and at his Philadelphia residence, during his first administration, it has been noted that the day was observed with appropriate ceremonies, with a light repast in the afternoon, including a plum cake baked by Martha Washington herself, and some temperance punch, made chiefly of lemons and sugar, minus any intoxicating ingredients. The custom of New Year's calling originated, in this country with the Dutch in New York state. The nature of the day, the clearing off of old accounts and the hopeful beginning of the new trial of life, made New Year's day a day for the interchange of friendly greetings, and in no country more than in this has the friendly visiting crystalized into such a hard and fast business. In the South, in the early days, that land where social life is as delightful and spontaneous in its growth as is the flora of the region, New Year's day was formerly observed as the great time for coming out. The debutante burst into blossom on that day, the old homeestead were thrown open, and the social world, like the huge family, met to exchange greetings and good cheer. On New Year's day the observance in Washington takes on the form of diplomatic and political observances, when conveyances from all over the city start moving toward the White House for their occupants to pay their respects to the president and other dignitaries of our government. When the general custom of celebrating the first of the year by the parading of New Year clubs in fantastic costumes, and similar jollifications began, it is difficult to say, though it does not appear to have antedated the Civil war. As for shooting in the New Year, that seems to have been the custom—and strikingly so in Philadelphia, ever since the revolution. When John Adams moved into the White House it was so incomplete that there was very little attempt to observe New Year's day at the mansion, nor in fact any other elaborate social affair. The celebration, as now observed, began with the administration of President Jefferson. On New Year's day in 1803 it is noted "On Saturday, New Year's day, the president was waited upon by diplomatic characters, the officers of the government, the members of the legislature, and the citizens generally. There were also present a large number of ladies." In THE WORLD'S MOST FOLKLORED MASTER NEW YEAR SOON GROWS OLD Fades and Passes Just as All Things Earthly—Only the Spiritual Endures and Satisfies. The heart-breaking thing about the New Year is that he becomes old. We run out to meet him today as he arrives rosy-checked, and ruddy, stamping his feet, drawing off his gloves, unbuttoning his great coat and shaking off the snowflakes. How buoyant and hopeful he is! He has his pockets full of good things for us, we are sure. How he wins us! How he inspires us! We can do great things with him. He is so different from the old fellow who is gone. Poor Old Year! He got pretty stale toward the last. And then, too we got so we didn't feel just comfortable with him. He had seen so many of our mistakes and failures. It will be easier to make a new start with him out of the way. And now for this youngster! We shall keep the past from him. He shall not know a word of it. All his things are new. Ours shall be also, new words, new thoughts, new ways. Good- THE TWIN CITY STAR. SINGLE COPIES 5 CTS. The Young Year stood and blinked his And gazed with wondering surprise Upon a sight so fine and new, He scarcely could believe it true. He gazed again, and still that sight Remained to fill him with delight, Until he asked what might this be, This thing of shining mystery. "What can it be?" he eager asked, As still in that strange thing he basked "Which is so bright and big and fine, And feeling brings I can't define. But which my very heart makes glad, The greatest feeling I've yet had; And braces up my spirit so With all its warmth and shine and glow? "I never saw such sight before, And will I see it o'er and o'er? Or will it vanish like a dream, And not again upon me beam? What is this rare and radiant thing Which makes me want to dance and sing?" The one he questioned answered: "Son, Don't you know what? Why, that's the sun." 1804 the report contains the information that "the affair was rendered more agreeable by the accompaniment of the Marine and Italian bands." At this second Jefferson reception "some time after the company had assembled, Colonel Burrows, at the head of the Marine corps, saluted the president, while the band of music played the president's march, went through the usual evolutions in a masterly manner, fired sixteen rounds in platoons, and concluded with a general 'feu-de-ole.'" Naturally, with Dolly Madison as hostess, the New Year receptions during her husband's administration were brilliant, and at the last one, prior to the burning of the mansion, a guest wrote as follows: "Nothing ever was witnessed in Washington so brilliant and dazzling." Every president since then has celebrated the dawn of the new year as an occasion for diplomatic courtesies, as well as an opportunity to give the public a chance to visit the White House and shake hands with the president. First Observed by Romans The observance of January 1 as the beginning of the year we borrow from the Romans. The first Christian emperors kept up the custom of New Year's observance, though it tolerated and afforded the opportunity for idolatrous rites, but later the western church opposed three days of penitence and fasting to the Pagan celebration of January (A. D. 487). By degrees, however, the church, in the eighth century, abrogated the fast, and the earlier and more congenial jovial customs were gradually resumed and have continued to the present. Make Several. One good New Year resolution deserves another. by, old things; we greet the New Year. But even before our New Year's resolutions are all made, the New Year's day grows old. Light the candles; the day is dying. The shadows deepen. Our new New Year already is taking on age. We cannot keep him new; can we keep the new that he brought to us? In the first gloom of the new year we know that we cannot. The guests of the day are gone. The flowers we chose with such care are withering. The tempting feast—fragments. Is there no obliding thing? The old year was like this. The old year was like it; the new year will be and years and years—all alike. Time is their body; their soul is eternity. And as they come one after the other they bring to us the gifts of their body and the gifts of their soul. The one waxes old and passes; the other endures and satisfies. Welcome, New Year. Show us your good gifts and help us to choose among them such as you and the other years that come and go can leave with us until the perfect and unending day. MINNEAPOLIS, MINN., DECEMBER 28, 1918. The Old Year and the New The Old Year sat beside the hearth, In thoughtful mood: the hour was late; And she he vanished from the earth, The best he had ever would contemplate. "I brought a wealth of joy for those Who had d'orburdened been with grief." He said, "and for unnumbered woes Furnished the cordial of relief. "To some I gave a garden's bloom, Sweet pansies and forget-me-nots; To some the cypress and the tomb. The barrenness of desert spots. What a wondrous place." "I entered on my natal hour Burdened alike with bliss and bane, Commissioned by my Lord to dower Some hearts with case, and some with pain, Where happiness had rich increase; I shall be honored long, I know; But those I robbed of joy and peace— They will be glad to have me go! "I've followed many a bridal train; Have watched by many a lonely bler; With birth and death, with loss and gain, Made up the record of the year. And now beside December's gate "One!—How the hours have slipped away! Two!—Some will weep with sore regret; Three!—Cquid I still on earth delay— Four!—Some good I might accomplish yet. Twelve!- Farewell! and let the New Year in! "I come the Old Year" debts to pay! I come his promises to keep; To walk upon the world's highway. And deck the grave where dear ones sleep. Where he gave smiles I may give tears, Life's path with good or bestrew; For which who views the years! The new is old, the old is new!" New Year's at the Front SAIDEE ESTELLE BALCOM. WELL, what have you done for your country today?" W It was the eve of the new year and Dale Webster, hailed by a companion soldier, threw his knapsack within their tent just behind the heavy artillery at the front "somewhere in France." "Oh, brought in a captive," was his careless reply. "Ran into the skulker, marched him into camp and left him in the guard house. Any letters?" "Nary a letter. They say the mail packs here are four days overdue, but they're rushing holiday stuff to the camps." Dale Webster sighed and his face grew wistful. "I've been expecting one letter particularly. You're my friend, Roy?" "After your carrying me on your back half dead across the worst part of No Man's Land, with the Boches plugging away for keeps, I guess so!" "And you remember Winnie Trask." "As a memory sweet and fragrant as a field of daisies!" "Well, one night in a dugout I just couldn't help but write her way back home there what I ought to have said to her before we left. Three months, and no word. I fancy I was too presumptuous. If I knew that Winnie was caring for me, thinking of me, at home, I'd never get lonesome. I'd fight double WELCOME, 1919! Nineteen-Nineteen, welcome! Oh, I'm glad you've come! Though you're yet a mystery—Tongue discreetly dumb. Nineteen-Eighteen, scurrying! That's because you're here. And I'm glad—but, just a moment, Till I dry this tear. He was kind to me you see; Kind as I deserved; Though, when it came to punishment, His justice never swerved. But I've let him carry off All unpleasant things; Keeping safe in Memory's box Only that which sings. to get this mix-up over and back o her—bless her!" "Don't lose hope," encouraged Roy Bartley. "One of the fellows just got a letter written by his sweetheart last September. It has been chasing him all over the frontier. About your prisoner—make you any trouble?" "Not a bit of it," declared Dale in a splited way. "The bear—" "The bear!" repeated Roy in wonderment. "Oh, I forgot to tell you that my catch was a bear," spoke Dale. "I came across him curled up in a pit, a performing bear, strayed from some mountebank master in one of theombarded villages. Soon as he saw me he acted frightened and humble, and when I patted him uttered a jolly growl, turned a somersault and stood on his head." "You don't mean it!" "Come, I'll show you." Dale led the way to the guardhouse. Outside of it was gathered a noisy group. Half way up the flagpole was a great shaggy monster who cleverly reversed himself, slid to earth, turned a dozen graceful somersaults and walked around on his hind feet. "Oh, we'll put him on our vaudeville program as the one leading attraction tomorrow!" voted a dozen observers. "What's the row!" as cheering echoed from the other end of the encampment. From a dust-covered, battered automobile two men were throwing off packages. "Belated mall," announced the driver. "Section A. Throw off the plunder, men, and you hungry fellows grab and distribute." Boxes, packages, tied-up bundles of newspapers and letters passed from hand to hand. Roy Bartley was most active in the work of sorting out the heterogeneous mass. "Something for you, Dale," he called, polishing a square box before hurling it. "I say," inspecting the marks on the box, "it's been up and down the whole battle line!" "See if there isn't a letter," directed Dale, placing the box beside a tent, and his eyes were eager and hopeful. Doubtless the box held remembrances from some home group, but his soul was hungry for something more prized. "Nothing for you," called out Roy, running over the letters in his hand. "Hey! look out for your box!" Roy spoke just in time. Old Brun, unnoticed, had been sniffing intrusively at the box. Then he had pawed it, his claws piercing the frall pasteboard. He Acted Frightened. He sniffed again, uttered a satisfied grunt, and, seizing it in his powerful jaws, shook it. "Whoop! a fruit cake!" yelled a watchful soldier, and grasped it as it rolled to the ground. "Hurrah!" Some knitted socks and a dozen little packages tied up with ribbon fell out of the shattered receptacle. Dale uttered a sharp gasp. Among them was a letter. He snatched it up and, aflush and quivering, secreted it in his pocket quickly. But not for long. When he had divided the cake among his importunate comrades and gathered up the numberless mementoes from home, he got to his tent speedily. He opened the precious missive, his eyes parkled, he kissed it fervently and his face fairly shone. What a wild, riotous, fun-producing New Year's day! Old Brun did himself proud, and Dale never sang the patriotic songs apportioned him on the program so thrillingly. "I say," observed Roy quizzically as the day waned, "you've acted like some wild schoolboy!" "Reason to!" cried Dale fervently, and his heart beat faster against the cherished missive lying next to it—the letter from Winnie saying: "I have always loved you, and, though half the world separates us, I love you now more than ever!" An abundance of berried holly betokens a hard and long winter. NEW YEAR BELLS Custom of Ringing Them Originated in the Dim Past. Believed to Have Been First Used About 400 A. D.—Chimes Thought to Be Possessed of Supernatural Power. ALWAYS, everywhere in our land, we look to the ringing of bells to announce the death of the old year and the birth of the new. Not until we actually hear the bells ringing from the church steeple, somehow, do we really turn to each other and exclaim "Happy New Year!" All of which brings us to the question of why people ring bells. They seem to have figured in the life of man way, way back in the dim and distant years. And they have been used to convey messages of various sorts to those within sound of their alarm. Among the ancient Greeks those who made the nightly rounds of the camps and garrisons used to ring a bell at each sentinel box to make sure that the soldier on duty within was awake. They also put bells upon the necks of criminals to warn all people to avoid them. The Romans used bells to announce the hour of the bath. It is believed that bells were first used in churches about 400 years after the birth of Christ. And by the twelfth century they were in common use in churches all over Europe. Most of these, however, were hand bells, made of thin plates of hammered iron, bent into a four-sided shape and fastened with rivets and bronze. Then gradually, as people began to hang the bells in steeples and belfries, they became larger. In 1734 a huge bell was cast in Moscow, Russia. It is over twenty-one feet in height and diameter and weighs 193 tons. The largest bell in America is in the Cathedral of Notre Dame, at Montreal, and weighs 29,400 pounds. In all ages and all countries, the material most used in the manufacture of bells has been a mixture of two parts of copper to one of tin, called bronze. At present about thirteen parts of copper are used to four of tin. Bells have been made of iron, steel, gold, silver, brass and even of glass, though when made of glass they have been found too fragile for practical use. Back in the old days, the people believed that bells possessed supernatural power; by ringing them at certain times, they believed, storms, pestilence and famine could be averted. AMONG NEW YEAR'S RICHES Trials and Suffering a Part of Rich Heritage God Gives to Each of His Children. Part of the rich heritage that God has planned for you in the New Year is suffering. He will permit in the life of each child of his a portion—just the right portion—of difficulty and trial and temptation. What we see in those trials and temptations will largely determine the riches that will be ours in this year. A Christian layman recently wrote to a friend: "How fine it would be to go out in the opening year so yielded that every fresh circumstance or trial or temptation would prove to have the sweet face of Christ concealed in it, or bursting like a flood of glory through some rift in the cloud and filling with radiance our uplifted faces; so that each new obedience should be but the parting of the curtain, ushering us into new wonders and experiences of his inexhaustible riches and fullness. Old things would then be continually passing away, all things constantly becoming new." What glories of abounding grace—that the worst Satan can do against NATURE SETS GOOD EXAMPLE Discard Things That Hinder and Retain Only That Which Is Helpful at Dawn of New Year. Once again the New Year opens its door for us to enter in. The old year is leaving us, and if we are wise we will let him take with him all the impedimenta that has handicapped us during his reign. We will dismiss the old mistakes and troubles and grudges, and entering blithely into the New Year, we will begin all over again. Mother nature has set us an example which we will do well to follow. All the good golden grain, the ripe fruit and all other precious gifts she has permitted us to garner and retain. And then she proceeded to do away with the rubbish. She put her spell upon it and it withered and died, was plowed under, and became the needful fertilizer for another year. And so all the good and sweet and beautiful things that the old year has given us we are permitted to keep. We may hold onto our successes, our MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY NO. 41. JAN 1 Whenever I am starting out Upon a fresh new year I always stop to think about The one no longer here, The year that's dead I travel back And let my memory run In contemplation through the stack Of things I could have done. I check the deeds I meant to do With those I did, and find That I neglected quite a few Real chances to be kind. I learn the words I meant to say To comfort and to cheer. And yet postponed them for a day, I didn't speak that year. And then to my disgrace I find That had I paused to smile And do those actions kind I'd not have lost a mile. I learn now that the chance has gone That I have missed a lot. For all those deeds I could have done As easily as not. And when at last life is through And all my course is run, In deep regret I shall review The things I have done And I shall wish I had to tell Where nothing may be hid The many things I could as well Have done, yet never did. the child of God in this New Year only furnishes a fresh opportunity for God to pour out the treasures of his unspeakable Gift! The promise to supply every need of ours "according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus" is not a promise for the life to come, when all sorrow and sickness and temptation to evil will be at an end, but it is a promise made in full view of every trial and temptation that we shall meet today. Let us then count it all joy when we fall into our difficulties and trials, confidently remembering that along with each of them we have—Jesus. The virtue of a New Year is not in its change of name. The first days of January are so exactly like the last days of December that we have to make a conscious and continued effort to write the proper date on our letters. If this is to be a New Year indeed, we must make it so ourselves, putting into it new hopes and ambitions, new resolutions and effect. The virtue of the New Year is in the new aspiration and persistence we bring to it. One Moral Standard. There is one moral standard for all Christians—there has never been more than one. The Commandments and the Sermon on the Mount have been always there. It was the wickedness of men that ignored them in the fifteenth century—it is the wickedness of men that ignores them now. Tolerate them in the past, and you will come to tolerate them in present and future. helpful experiences, our beautiful memories and the new friendships which have come to us as the gift of the old year, and let go of all the rubbish that might hinder our endeavor in the year that is just opening its door into new and untried ways. Let us cast off our old garments of doubt and disappointment and failure, and put on the shining garments of hope and faith and courage. Let us draw on all the undreamed of sources within us for a broader outlook, a more determined endeavor and greater accomplishment. Let us possess ourselves of higher ideals of life and its privileges and responsibilities, and a determination to live up to the best there is in us during the days of the coming year. And above all, let us hold fast to our faith in the goodness, of God, for so shall we be enabled to go forward, hopeful and unafraid into the unknown and untried ways of the New Year. One Drawback. One of the drawbacks of New Year's resolutions is that it cuts down the batting average for the season. Subscription by Mall, Postpaid. ONE YEAR .....$2.00 SIX MONTHS .....$125 THREE MONTHS ......65 ADVERTISING RATES. One Inch—1 Insertion—One Dollar. Liberal discount given on 3, 6, 9, Montha, 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 to advertise at intervals, and rather have them do so, than to run continuously an "adv." and an increasing account. Write all Checks payable to THE TWIN CITY STAR 1317 North Sixth Ave. M:NNEAPOLIS .....MINNESOTA Call at 1317 6th Ave. N. on Wednesday to insure matter for publication. The Star's Phone, Hyland 1205. Send your subscription. Our prices have not changed because of the war. Let your dollar do its duty and The Star will reach a higher standard of service and better circulation. Let us not draw the color line. Reciprocity between the races will be the salvation of the Negro. We are all Americans now. Join in the celebrations! Serving intoxicants to persons in the uniform of the U. S. Army is a crime. The boys who accept are subject to court martial. Any civilian should report the improper conduct of a soldier to the military authorities. A warning should be sufficient. Send in your subscription for 1919. We do not expect that a Negro will sit at the peace table. He could not, unless delegated such a privilege by President Wilson, and that is improbable. However, a good lobby of intelligent Negroes would do much by way of mediation by their presence and work. Buy Baby Bond's. Any person, who seeks honor or personal gain in connection with any is guilty of the worst form of disloyalty. Every personal sacrifice is a war activities is a war profiteer, and patriotic effort. It is the duty of every honest citizen to do his best to bear the Nation's burden without complaint. This is no time for obstructionists. Those who have grievances may complain, in order that better progress may be made. The slacker and chronic kicker is always a detriment. While petitions of redress to proper authorities will always command respect and investigation, let us not forget that every one is asked to do his share to win this war. There is a satisfaction in having done our duty. There is honor enough for us all, if we do that which is expected of us. The patriot knows no self-preservation, the profiteer no self-sacrifice. There is an urgent need of social centers for our young men and young women. Efforts should be made to establish a desirable place for the social accommodations of our young people. READ THIS CAREFULLY. If you receive a newspaper by mail and do not wish to pay for it, just refuse it by informing your postman. Then it will be returned to the publisher and he will be notified to discontinue sending it. There is no reason why a person should pay for a paper forced on them, but every reason why it should be paid for when ordered and accepted. There will be three congressmen from the Twin Cities who will stand as a stone wall for equal justice for all men—Thos. D. Schall and Walter Newton of Minneapolis and C. C. Van Dyke of St. Paul. We notice that many of the newcomers from the South are becoming paid subscribers to the Twin City Star. They have been accustomed to patronizing their own newspapers, where the real news of the Negro is published. The Twin City Star stands for equal rights for all American citizens. SUBSCRIBERS WANTED — Make the Twin City Star a live and dependable weekly Negro newspaper by sending your subscription. Why is it that many of the persons who want their news in a paper, never subscribe for it? M. MRS. MARY CHURCH TERRELL. MARY CHURCH TERRELL APPOINTED. Washington, D. C. — Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, former president of the National Association of Colored Women, and the only colored woman in the country to serve on a board of education, has been appointed to the position of Assistant in the Personnel Department of the War Camp Community Service, the headquarters of which is located at 1 Madison Avenue, New York City. Mrs. Terrell is the wife of Judge Robert H. Terrell of the municipal court of Washington, D. C., and brother of Hon. R. R. Church, Jr., of Memphis, Teen. MRS. HALEY MAKES APPEAL FOR WAR WORK CAMPAIGN. In our delirium of joy that the war is ended, let us not feel that our work is ended. Much remains to be done and many problems solved before our country is again back to normal care-free conditions. Let every woman remain steadfastly at her task quite as willing to give loyal service to her country during this trying period of reconstruction and readjustment as during this struggle for world democracy. Readjustments must come gradually and Uncle Sam will need every loyal citizen to help him over this task. Do not feel that the armistice signs our release from work any more than it does our fighting soldiers across the sea. Let us stand ready and willing for any orders we are given, to make this period of readjustment as speedy and orderly a one as possible, and as proud a record for America as she has made in other war activities. VICTORIA CLAY HALEY. St. Louis, Mo. MAJ. MOTON GONE TO FRANCE. Maj. R. R. Moton, successor to Dr. Booker T. Washington, has gone to France by appointment of President Wilson. He will speak to the Negro troops over there. Whether he will be present as the race representative at the peace table has not been decided. There is a feeling that Maj. Moton cannot represent the Negroes of America without their consent. Why not give him "their consent"? He is qualified. Prof. W. E. B. DuBois sailed for France on the same ship with Dr. Moton. He will meet the representatives of "The Darker Races," several of whom were present at the Universal Races Congress in London in 1910. Dr. DuBois should control a great lobby and wield a great influence among those at the peace table. WE ARE PROUD OF YOU. The boys who have come from war service, whether in camp or overseas, are a manly set. They show the result of discipline and are so proud of their position that they carry themselves with becoming dignity. They realize that the eyes of the world are on the Negro soldier and are willing to measure up to the highest standard. These men have nothing to regret. They frankly state that they have been greatly benefited, and our special interviews have not found one offering even the mildest criticism of the service. They are heroes, every one. Let us honor our soldiers. They have made a glorious record. We are proud of you, because you have done your duty, and you deserve our praise. May we never forget you, and Uncle Sam will not. The colored men and women of Oklahoma have organized a Council of Defense, as an auxiliary to the organization operated by the white citizens, and very satisfactory progress is being made. The women's branch is in charge of Mrs. Nellie B. Henderson of Oklahoma City. Buffalo, N. Y., Has Weekly. Buffalo, N. Y., Nov. 10.—The Buffalo Enterprise, published by A. J. Williams, made its appearance in this city yesterday. There are said to be ten thousand Negroes in Buffalo. Conservative estimates place the number of colored soldiers now in the United States army establishment on both sides of the ocean at little less than 400,000. Do not forget to send the money to the Star which you owe for subscriptions. THE TWIN CITY STAR, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. DU BOIS GIVES MEMORANDUM TO COL. HOUSE New York, Dec. 16.—A memorandum pleading for the privilege of self-determination of the Negroes in Portuguese and Belgian Colonies in Africa, and proposing a convention representing the Negroes of the World to meet at Paris, France, sometime during the sessions of the Peace Conference, was issued by the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People today. The memorandum was submitted by Dr. W. E. B. DuBois to Colonel E. M. House, white, one of the United States Peace Commissioners in Paris with President Wilson, as his confidential adviser. Africa Should Be Free. Africa should be liberated, says Dr. DuBois, and proposes the formation of a governing international commission that would represent the independent African republics. Barter of colonies without regard to the wishes of welfare of the inhabitants has been a constant source of friction, Dr. DuBois contends in opening his memorandum. Therefore, he argues, if the aims of the war are to be realized, it is necessary that the duly expressed opinion of civilized Negroes throughout the world be taken into consideration in determining the status of the African colonies. Qualified Interests Named. The public opinion, which should have the decisive voice in the disposition of the former German colonies, Dr. DuBois enumerates as composed of: The public opinion, which should hold of the former German colonies, Dr. DuBois. The chiefs and intelligent Negro man Africa, the 12,000,000 civilized N persons of Negro descent in South Appendent Negro Governments of Abyssinia, Negroes of France, West Africa and Biria, Basutoland and the 4,500,000 member Dr. DuBois demands the utmost life their manner of living and their gene African democracy. He advocates the schools and the use of properly training. He recommends the socialization newer ideas of industrial democracy. Appeals Agas. In conclusion, Dr. DuBois appeals against the Negro, and pleads for a redemption in the public mind of Negro. The National Association for the indorsing the stand of Dr. DuBois, is emphasized the fact that the associates here as well as in Africa. James Weldon Johnson, field secretary the memorandum, said: After all, the association is prim here the fullest political and economic American citizen is entitled. We are because that, too, means the liberation the Negro in the public mind." MINNESOTA NEGROES MAKE Non-Commissioned Officers From Boys Regimental Infirmary, 809th Pion To Charles Sumner Smith, Editor of the Dear Sir: Just a few lines to let the living and at the same time to get are getting along. I know that as a a Minnesota, it pleases me greatly to may be. In our psychological examination out ahead and the result was that the missioned positions of the regiment. can readily see just how Minnesota s Missouri and Indiana and Oklahoma. Here is a little roster of the Headquarter Regimental Sergeant-Major 1st Sergt.—Jasper Gibbs, Sgt.Major, 1st Bat.—Jame Sgt.Major, 2nd Bat.—Leon Sergt.Major, 3rd Bat.—He Personnel Corporal—Howe Personnel Corporal—Alone Personnel Sgt.—H. C. Hily Personal Sgt.—Harold Hill Supply Sergeant—Tela Bu Sgt.—Jack Driver, St. Paul 1st Sgt.—Robert Ramsey, Supply Sgt.—Marrvin Hale Duty Sgt.—Clll Jones, M. Duty Sgt.—Joseph Setties, Duty Sgt.—St. Matthew Ch. Duty Sgt.—Hiram C. Gibb Duty Sgt.—Royden C. Hale Duty Sgt.—Lawrence McC. Duty Sgt.—Lemuel Reed, Duty Sgt.—McKinley Brown Company Clerk—Louis Va. Line Sgt.—Charlie Noble, Line Sgt.—George East, M. 1st Sgt.—Albert Carter, Dr. 1st Sgt.—Fred Kane, Minne Line Sgt.—B. H. Prince, M. Mess Sgt.—Sid. Salters, St. 1st Sgt.—Cornellius Perry, Mess Sergt.—Chas. Malitz, Supply Sgt.—Steve Hopkins Your humble servant is 1st Serger after the lame, sick and lazy. So you doing fine. All the boys from home went with 804th P. I. Reg.), outside Buglers, special duty or are in the B United States soon and, notwithstanding will be very, very glad to come home, boys that one of my favorite occupational other cities. I hope I haven’t bored yet I will tell you some more, but verbally. Sgt. Medical Detachment, 809th which should have the decisive donations, Dr. DuBois enumerat e intelligent Negroes among the of 400 civilized Negroes among the in South America and the contents of Abyssinia, Liberia and Africa and Equatorial Africa of 500,000 members of the Uni of the utmost liberality in the and their general customs in properly trained colored offi the socialization of income and democracy. Appeals Against Prejudice Bois appeals for the casting appeals for a redeemed Afri mind of Negroes all over the iation for the Advancement of the association stood for the ason, field secretary of the iation is primarily interested and economic freedom—that titled. We are interested in the liberation of the Negro mind." JOES MAKE SPLENDID Sends List of Non-Commission Over There. Artery, Editor of the "Twin City new lines to let you know that time to give you an idea now that as a Race Man this might be greatly to send you our logical examination at Camp was that they were given in the regiment. You, being an Minnesota stands in a reg ed Oklahoma. The roster of the regiment: Headquarters' Personnel Sergeant-Major; K. K. H Hasper Gibbs, Minneapolis. 3rd Bat. James Hughes, St. and Bat. Leon Cornick, Minne 3rd Bat. Harold C. Combs corporal—Howard Brady, Minne Alon—Alonzo Cotton, St. st. H. C. Hilyard, St. Paul. st. Harold Hilyard, St. Paul. eant—Tela Burt, Minneapolis Company C Driver, St. Paul. Company E Robert Ramsey, Minneapolis. —Marvin Hale, Minneapolis. Cell Jones, Minneapolis. Joseph Settles, Minneapolis. Matthew Clark, Minneapolis Hirden K. Gibbs, Minneapolis Oyden C. Hall, St. Paul. Lawrence McCoy, St. Paul. Muel Reed, St. Paul. McKinley Brown, St. Paul. Louis Vallie, Minneapolis Charlie Noble, Minneapolis. George East, Minneapolis. Company I. Robert Carter, Duluth. Company K Ed Kane, Minneapolis. H. Prince, Minneapolis. St. Salters, St. Paul. Company M Cornelius Perry, St. Paul. Chas Malitz, St. Paul. Steve Hopkins, St. Paul. It is 1st Sergeant of the Med lazy. So you see, Brother from home who came with eg.), outside of the forege, are in the Band. We hope notwithstanding the good no come home. Give my love or write occupations is in boost baven't bored you with this le but verbally, however, and Ever. NO Attachment, 809th Pioneer Infant The chiefs and intelligent Negroes among the 12,500,000 natives in German Africa, the 12,000,000 civilized Negroes of the United States, educated persons of Negro descent in South America and the West Indies, the independent Negro Governments of Abyssinia, Liberia and Hayti and the educated Negroes of France, West Africa and Equatorial Africa, British Uganda, Nigeria, Basutoland and the 4,500,000 members of the Union of Africa. Dr. DuBois demands the utmost liberality in the treatment of the natives, their manner of living and their general customs in the Government of this African democracy. He advocates the modernization of Africa through the schools and the use of properly trained colored officials in local self-government. He recommends the socialization of income and the application of the newer ideals of industrial democracy. Appeals Against Prejudice. In conclusion, Dr. DuBois appeals for the casting aside of the old prejudice against the Negro, and pleads for a redeemed Africa that will aid in the redemption in the public mind of Negroes all over the world. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, in indorsing the stand of Dr. DuBois, issued a statement yesterday, in which it emphasized the fact that the association stood for the liberation of the Negro here as well as in Africa. James Weldon Johnson, field secretary of the association, in discussing the memorandum, said: After all, the association is primarily interested in assuring the Negro here the fullest political and economic freedom—that freedom to which every American citizen is entitled. We are interested in the African democracy, because that, too, means the liberation of the Negroes and the elevation of the Negro in the public mind." MINNESOTA NEGROES MAKE SPLENDID MILITARY RECORD Regimental Infirmary, 809th Pioneer Infantry, A. E. F., Nov. 30, 1918. To Charles Summer Smith, Editor of the "Twin City Star": Dear Sir: Just a few lines to let you know that I am still in the land of the living and at the same time to give you an idea of how Minnesota boys are getting along. I know that as a Race Man this will interest you, and as a Minnesota, it pleases me greatly to send you our record, humble though it may be. In our psychological examination at Camp Dodge, Minnesota came out ahead and the result was that they were given nearly all of the non-commissioned positions of the regiment. You, being an old army man yourself, can readily see just how Minnesota stands in a regiment that is 95 per cent Missouri and Indiana and Oklahoma. Here is a little roster of the regiment: Headquarters' Personnel and Company. Regimental Sergeant-Major—James K. Hilyard, St. Paul. 1st Sergt.—Jasper Gibbs, Minneapolis. Sgt.-Major, 1st Bat.—James Hughes, St. Paul. Sgt.-Major, 2nd Bat.—Leon Cornick, Minneapolis. Sergt.-Major, 3rd Bat.—Harold C. Combs, Minneapolis. Personnel Corporal—Howard Brady, Minneapolis. Personnel Corporal—Alonzo Cotton, St. Paul. Personal Sgt.—H. C. Hilyard, St. Paul. Personal Sgt.—Harold Hilyard, St. Paul. Supply Sergeant—Tela Burt, Minneapolis. Your humble servant is 1st Sergeant of the Medical Detachment, looking after the lame, sick and lazy. So you see, Brother Smith, that Minnesota is doing fine. All the boys from home who came with us to France (quite a few went with 804th P. I. Reg.), outside of the foregoing list, are Corporals, Buglers, special duty or are in the Band. We hope to be returning to the United States soon and, notwithstanding the good times we are having, we will be very, very glad to come home. Give my love to "AMES" and tell the boys that one of my favorite occupations is in boosting "Ames" to the boys of other cities. I hope I haven't bored you with this long letter, so I think that I will tell you sqme more, but verbally, however, and I hope soon. Ever yours, NORMAN BRADSHAW, Sgt. Medical Detachment, 809th Pioneer Infantry, Savonay, France. N. A. A. C. P. BUTTONS. Every Member Should Wear One. It is the express wish of the Central Branch of the N. A. A. C. P. that all members should wear a button showing their connection with this organization, that stands for the rights of our race. I have therefore in conformity with that desire received 100 buttons which will be sold to members at the small figure of thirty-five cents (35c) each. The button is very beautifully and artistically made and one which every member should be proud to wear. The Secretary will always have a number of these buttons with him and will take no offense if stopped on the street or anywhere else to purchase one. Let each member have a button. Wear it in a conspicuous place, be prepared to tell what it stands for when questioned and thus advertise the Association for the advancement of colored people. A general meeting will take place as early as is convenient and members are kindly asked to watch the Twin City Star for announcement. Boutell Bros. have in their employ a colored lady as elevator operator, who has given very satisfactory service. ADVERTISE IN THE STAR --- have the decisive voice in the disposition Bois enumerates as composed of: among the 12,500,000 natives in Ger- groves of the United States, educated America, Liberia and Haiti and the educated Equatorial Africa, British Uganda, Nigers of the Union of Africa. speciality in the treatment of the natives, customs in the Government of this modernization of Africa through the colored officials in local self-gover- nment of income and the application of the first Prejudice. for the casting aside of the old prejudice predeemed Africa that will aid in the ages all over the world. Advancement of Colored People, in need of a statement yesterday, in which it stood for the liberation of the Negro teritory of the association, in discussing family interested in assuring the Negro freedom—that freedom to which every interest in the African democracy, of the Negroes and the elevation of SPLENDID MILITARY RECORD Sergt Norman Bradshaw List of OVER "Twin City Star": you know that I am still in the land of you an idea of how Minnesota boys face Man this will interest you, and as send you our record, humble though it station at Camp Dodge, Minnesota came were given nearly all of the non-com- You, being an old army man yourself, ands in a regiment that is 95 per cent the regiment: "Men's Personnel and Company. —James K. Hilyard, St. Paul. Minneapolis. Hughes, St. Paul. Cornick, Minneapolis. Broad C, Combs, Minneapolis. Brad Brady, Minneapolis. O Cotton, St. Paul. Hard, St. Paul. Hard, St. Paul. Art, Minneapolis. Company C. Company E. Minneapolis. Minneapolis. Minneapolis. Minneapolis. St. Paul. Hy, St. Paul. T. Paul. In, St. Paul. Julie, Minneapolis. Minneapolis. Minneapolis. Company I. Luth. Company K. Minneapolis. Minneapolis. Paul. Company M. St. Paul. St. Paul. St. Paul. Cent of the Medical Detachment, looking see, Brother Smith, that Minnesota is so came with us to France (quite a few of the foregoing list, are Corporals, and We hope to be returning to the going the good times we are having, we Give my love to "AMES" and tell the us is in boosting "Ames" to the boys of you with this long letter, so I think that however, and I hope soon. Ever yours. NORMAN BRADSHAW, a Pioneer Infantry, Savonay, France. THE WAY TO MAKE MONEY. A SPLENDID OPPORTUNITY— DON'T MISS IT. If you wish to add to your income, you can do so by accepting an agency for The Twin City Star. Good commission to competent agents. Use your spare time in soliciting ads and subscriptions. Only honest and intelligent agents wanted. Call Hyland 1205. SIMMON'S GREATEST ORATION. Col. Roscoe Conkling Simmons, who stands today unsurpassed by any orator in the United States, delivered his greatest oration before an immense audience in the Eighth Regt.' Armory in Chicago, on Nov. 15, 1918. He analysed the Causes of the War, paid tribute to America's place and part in the Victory, and demanded justice for all men. The Monitor, edited by Rev. John Albert Williams of Omaha, Neb., published the oration in serial form. The speeches of Col. Simmons should be published in book form. He is eloquent, logical and forceful. His matsterpieces of eloquence would be a valuable contribution to the leading libraries, and if placed within easy touch of everyone, would do much to bring about a better relationship between the races. Are you a delinquent subscriber? If so, why not send your subscription? ANNUAL CLEARANCE Sitting for immediate disposal of seasonable garments, obviously underpriced, in key our usual Annex Clearance. Among the Bargains are: COATS 12.95 to SUITS 13.89 to DRESSES 11.95 to SKIRTS 3.89 to WAISTS 9c to THE ARCADIA RESTAURANT W. S. Simmons, Prop. 500 FOURTH AVE. S., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. SPECIAL 50-CENT HOLIDAY DINNER Sunday, Dec. 29, and New Year's Day BILL OF FARE. Chicken Soup Celery Pickles Roast Turkey with Oyster Dressing, Cranberry Sauce Boiled Ham String Beans Candied Yams June Peas Mashed Potatoes Cake Preserved Fruits Tea Coffee Milk SIMMONS' SUPERIOR SERVICE Banks Coca-Cola Ice Cream Sundies UND INSTALLATION LES LODGE OF E South Side Auditorium JANUARY 6, 19 MUSIC BY McCULLOUGH'S ORCHESTRA Admission, 50 Cents. Twin City Entertain NEW YEAR'S EVE B DECEMBER 31st at UNION TEMPLE HALL, 28 WASHINGTON AVE. 80. Con prepared by the celebrated caterer, Mr. C program of singing and entertainment, in orchestra. You are cordially invited to attend COMMITTEE. Offering for immediate disposal hundreds of seasonable garments, tremendously underpriced, in keeping with our usual Annex Clearance Sale $12.95 Values to $25 $13.89 $11.95 $3.89 --- THE 500 FOURTH SPECIAL Sunday, D Chicken Roast Turkey w Boiled Ham June Cake Tea Hot Drinks SIMM Coca-G GRAND IN AMES LO South S ANUAC MUSIC BY A The Twin NEW YEAR DECEE at 28 Luncheon prepared special program of s band orchestra. Yo THE ARCADIA RESTAURANT W. S. Simmons, Prop. 500 FOURTH AVE. S., MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. SPECIAL 50-CENT HOLIDAY DINNER Sunday, Dec. 29, and New Year's Day BILL OF FARE. Chicken Soup Celery Pickles Roast Turkey with Oyster Dressing, Cranberry Sauce Boiled Ham String Beans Candied Yams June Peas Mashed Potatoes Cake Preserved Fruits Tea Coffee Milk SIMMONS' SUPERIOR SERVICE Hot Drinks Coca-Cola Ice Cream Sundies Tonics Luncheon prepared by the celebrated caterer, Mr. George Jones. A special program of singing and entertainment, in addition to a jazz band orchestra. You are cordially invited to attend both dances. Grant Smith, Chas. Williams, H. B. Rowe- The Twin City Entertainers. New Year's Eve Ball, December 31st ADMISSION, 50 CENTS. --- 79c Nicollet at Seventh Defective effective Page IMPORTANT NOTICE 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. OUR NEW AGENT. Miss Mattie McMahan is an authorized correspondent and agent of the Twin City Star. She is one of our intelligent and energetic women, interested in race welfare, and an active church worker. Miss Mahan is from Knoxville, Tenn. The management of this publication will appreciate any courtesies extended her. Mr. Geo. W. Clawson is an agent for The Twin City Star, and one of our new advertising and subscription solicitors. The Star office, 1317 Sixth avenue north, Minneapolis, is where you should call for interviews and bring your advertisements, complaints, news, etc. The editor will not take notice of business transacted over phone. Call at the Star office every Tuesday. Richard Morris, son of Atty, and Mrs. W. R. Morris, returned Sunday eve from Seattle, Wash., where he served as acting master-at-arms on the U. S. S. Princeton, during the war. A SPECIAL MEETING. The Minneapolis branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will be held on Sunday afternoon at 3 p. m., at Bethesda Baptist Church, Minneapolis, to elect officers for the ensuing term. Important business will be discussed, including a set plan of action to be followed in furthering the aims and objects of the Association. You cannot fail to be interested in this worthy cause. Be present and lend your assistance. Brown S. Smith, President. R. Augustine Skinner, Sec'y. Mr. Walter Carroll, of 12th Ave. S., left this week for Princeton, W. Va., to visit relatives and spend the holidays. Miss Mattie McMahon has gone to her former home, Knoxville, Tenn., to visit her father, who is ill. She will return after a short stay. Lt. A. L. Hatchett spoke to an appreciative audience at Zion Baptist Church on Sunday evening. Messrs. Jeff Davis and Fred Jones of Garrison, N. D., were visitors during the holidays. They report progress among the Negro settlers in that section. The 92nd Division will remain overseas, according to last reports from the war department. THE ARCADIA RESTAURANT. The management solicits your patronage of its Soda Fountain service, including Hot Drinks, Coca-Cola, Brazilla, Ice Cream and Sundies; also, Choice Candies, etc. Everything Sanitary at Popular Prices. The best place in the city to enjoy your meals. W. S. Simmons, Prop.—Advertisement. Rev. Bray of Chicago preached at St. Peter A. M. E. Church last Sunday night. Mr. John Withers, the expressman, has beer seriously ill. He is slowly recovering. Sergt. and Mrs. John W. Harper of St. Paul were visitors in the city during the holidays. They are both enjoying fair health in spite of their advanced years. The funeral of Theodore Mack, son of Mrs Virginia Mack, was held Thursday from the residence of his parents, Dupont Ave. N. Mr. Glover Shull, who has been on the sick list, is rapidly improving. FOR RENT—Three nicely furnished rooms, large bath, suitable for housekeeping; also, one large room with two closets, for light housekeeping. Both in a modern home; married couples preferred no children. Call Drexel 4856. SOMETHING NEW. A judge in Jacksonville, Miss., a short time ago, in a case where a white man was pitted against a colored man, ruled that he had no ground for believing the white man's word any more than he did the colored man's.-Ex. TWO HOLIDAY ENTERTAINMENTS. The Twin City Entertainers will give their two Annual Holiday Entertainments at Union Temple Hall, 28 Washington Ave. So., Minneapolis, Minn. Everybody Invited. Good Music. Special Lunch served by the famous Chef George Jones. Remember the Dates. December 24 and December 31. Admission 50 cents. EVERY DAY is BARGAIN DAY at the ROOT & HAGEMAN STORE, 407 Nicollet Ave. N. A. A. C. P. ELECTS OFFICERS AN INTERESTING MEETING. The Minneapolis Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People held a business meeting on Dec. 22, at Bethesda Baptist Church. Pres. Brown S. Smith presided. Prayer by Rev. T. B. Stovall. The minutes of the last meeting were read by Secretary R. Augustine Skinner and approved. After a few suggestions by members to wage a campaign against unlawful discrimination against Negroes, a Committee on Grievances was appointed to investigate complaints, viz., Mrs. W. R. Donovan, Chm., James Tooley and Rev. T. B. Stovall. An appropriation was allowed to defray the expense of investigations. The president and secretary are ex-officio members of this body. The officers elected for the ensuing year are: President, Brown S. Smith (re-elected); vice pres., Mrs. W. R. Donovan; secretary, R. Augustine Skinner (re-elected); treasurer, Mrs. Hester Keeys. Pres. Smith expressed a hope that the members would take more interest in the work of the association. He stated that there were over 500 members in the Mineapolis branch, and the treasury was in good shape, but there was a reluctance upon the part of many to take active interest in the work, which had fallen entirely on a few individuals. He expects great results during the coming year and invites every member to appear at all meetings and take their part in the proceedings. Rev. G. W. Dudley made a short address and was voted thanks. Chas. Sumner Smith read extracts from "A Century of Negro Migration," by Carter G. Woodson, Ph.D., editor of the "Journal of Negro History." A vote of thanks was tendered Miss Eva B. Walker, who had served several terms as treasurer, declining another term. A campaign for more members is on. The N. A. A. C. P. is the only national organization that is waging war against race-prejudice by investigation, publicity and legal redress. LET ONE DOLLAR DO ITS DUTY! Become a member! Do it NOW!—Ed. NEGRO WHO RECALLED VISIT OF WASHINGTON AND LAFAYETTE DIES Detroit, Dec. 18.—Henry Banks, born a slave on a Virginia plantation in 1789, is dead at his cabin at Paw, where he lived as a hermit. He remembered a visit by President Washington to his master's home, and Lafayette's tour of the United States in 1824 was fresh in his memory. He was cared for in his last years by a granddaughter, now 70 years old. See Simmons Special Holiday Bill of Fare! Only 50 cents. MR. M. G. RUTLEDGE. Former Business Man Writes From California. Mr. M. G. Rutledge, the well-known proprietor of the Foraker Cafe, which was for several years the best restaurant among our people in this city, is now residing in California, at 3833 Thomas Ave., East San Diego. He sends his regards to all of his old friends and patrons. His wife joined him last spring. Mr. Rutledge was always active for the best things for his race and when here his "Foraker Cafe" was a model restaurant in every way. Success to the Rutledges in their new location. DR. BROWN'S MODERN METHODS New Scientific Treatment. Dr. R. S. Brown finished a postgraduate course in auto-hemic therapy under Dr. D. V. Ireland of Columbus, O., also studied the treatment of all rectal diseases, caused by constipation, plies, etc., by electrical appliances. Dr. Brown has added to his office equipment about $500.00 worth of electrical apparatus for special treatment of blood diseases, such as dropsy, rheumatism, hardening of the arteries and general improvement of the blood. He has spared no money to provide his patients with the most modern methods of medical science. Any person wishing to consult him on these new treatments, may do so, without being under obligation to secure his services. He wishes to explain the advantages of scientific treatment by electricity in many cases where surgical operations have heretofore been the only cure. Several of his patients are relieved from chronic complaints and speak in praise of the new treatment. ST. PAUL HOME GUARDS. Companies A and B of the 16th Battallon, M. H. G., will hereafter meet every Wednesday night in the old Capitol on Wabasha street. Philip F. Hale, 51, and Jennie Miller, 50, were granted a marriage license this week. Watch next week's Star! SEND IN YOUR NEWS Some people think an editor should know about their business without being told and it should appear in the paper. The editor knows the things, you do not want in the paper. If you have something you want published—send it in. The other will find its way. Read the Negro Paper. THE TWIN CITY STAR, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. THE MAN WHO WAS THE MOST WONDERFUL MAN WHO WAS THE MOST WONDERFUL MAN WILLIAM HARRISON. NEGRO DELEGATES SELECTED TO GO TO VERSAILLES Washington, D. D., Dec. 14. —The executive committee of the National Race Congress, meeting in the Mount Carmel Baptist Church a few days ago, elected John R. Hawkins financial secretary of the A. M. E. Churches; Rev Wm. H. Hernagin, Judge Wm. Harrison, the Rev J. Milton Waldron and Rev A. J. Stokes as delegates to the international conference of the darker races of the world, to be held in France during the peace conference. A commission was appointed to plan to work of raising a defense fund of $250,000, as authored by the National Race Conference here last October. The committee voted to work for a federal anti-lynching law, improved Negro labor conditions, and the re-enfranchisement of colored citizens deprived of the ballot. ATTY. FRANCIS ADDRESSES BAPTIST MINISTERS Atty. William T. Francis addressed the Twin City Baptist Alliance, composed of the white and colored ministers of the Baptist Churches of the Twin Cities, on Dec. 23rd. His subject was, "The Progress of the Negro." He gave some valuable information to his hearers, which was gladly received. After his lengthy remarks, he was requested to answer many questions concerning the Negroes, and several favorable comments were made on his logical views on the causes of friction between the races and methods for adjustment. Atty. Francis was invited to speak by Rev. Edgar A. Valiant of St. Paul. He was asked to fill Rev. Valiant's pulpit recently, and made a lasting impression on his congregation. Mr. Francis has been asked to speak in several white churches. This shows that the better class of citizens are anxious to learn about the Negro. CHILDREN HAVE A MERRY TIME. ELKS' CHRISTMAS TREE. The Christmas tree, given for the children by Ames Lodge of Elks of Mineapolis, at Viking Hall on Christmas afternoon was a grand affair. Every child received a present. There was a large attendance of both young and old people. A special program was rendered. Brothers Geo W. Holbert, Archie Watkins, J. Edw. Stewart, James Burkes and Fred. Thomas were active in the splendid arrangements. This is an annual event of Ames Lodge and they specialize in entertaining the children, regardless of race. Miss Catherine Lealtad, student secretary of the Y. W. C. A., with headquarters in New York City, and has been traveling all over the country, arrived in the city last Wednesday to spend the holidays with her parents, Rev. and Mrs. A. H. Lealtad. It is confidently expected that she will get an opportunity to tell the public something of her travels during her stay. SUBSCRIBE FOR THE STAR. GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL EXPECTED TO VISIT MINNESOTA. Prof. Geo. E. Haynes, director of negro economics of the U. S. Department of Labor, will visit western cities next month. He is expected to visit Minnesota to make a survey of labor conditions among Negroes and to organize a state branch of his department. Prof. Haynes will be given a hearty welcome here. There is a great need of an adjustment of industrial conditions between the races and his presence as a government official, also as an authority on economics, will be beneficial to all concerned. Mr. Geo. E. Jones, the famous chef, has charge of the culinary department at the Waiters and Porters' Club. He has a reputation for his sanitary service. Manager Lee Wheeler has renovated the kitchen and opened a new dining room. A Cash Deposit Required on All Advertisements. Notices of Entertainment, etc. Must Be Accompanied by Cash. Peoples Christian Assembly. ELDER G. W. MITCHELL, Pastor. Assisted by Mrs. G. W. Mitchell. Comel and Serve the Lord. 1204 Washington Ave. So. Services Sunday—11 A. M. Sunday School—1:30 P. M. Praise Meeting—3 P. M. 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NATIONAL CAPITAL AFFAIRS WASHINGTON—"Who's who' as to the presidency while Mr. Wilson is at the peace conference?" is a question that is stirring up much interest. Opinions differ widely. George W. Wickersham, former attorney general, says the Constitution makes it man- Representative Rodenburg of Illinois introduced a resolution declaring that the president's absence constitutes inability and directing the vice president to exercise the function of chief executive. Senator Sherman of Illinois drafted a resolution declaring the absence of the president to constitute a vacancy and directing the vice president to serve out the remainder of Mr. Wilson's term. Ruled out of order, he made an address the following day and urged the senate to declare the presidency vacant, declaring that the president in going abroad was committing an act of "executive sabotage." C. D. Hilles, former chairman of the Republican national committee, says that the Constitution does not cover the situation, as its makers did not contemplate the absence of the president. The next in line of succession is the secretary of state, who is also going to Europe; then comes the secretary of the treasury, who has resigned. Mr. Wilson, it is officially given out, intends to administer the office both on the ocean and in Paris. He sees no constitutional difficulties, and wireless and the cable solve the physical difficulties. Besides, he has asked Secretary of War Baker to remain in Washington until his return, holding him to the ranking member of the cabinet upon the retirement of Secretary of the Treasury McAdoo. The question of "Who's who?" is interesting if for no other reason than that it has never come up before. "Hands Across the Sea" May Come True at Last THE nation-wide celebration of Britain day is evidence that Great Britain's part in the great war has brought about a tremendous change of heart in this country and has won the respect, admiration and good will of the Great Britain intends to meet America at least half way in getting together. Sir R. L. Borden, Canadian premier, speaking at the annual Thanksgiving day banquet of the American society in London, put the situation fairly. He approved the plan to form a league of nations, but insisted that England and America are able to command the peace of the world by acting together. He said: "United by ties of race, language, literature and traditions, the nations of the British commonwealth and the states composing the great American republic can command the peace of the world. They could have commanded it in July, 1914, if they had given Germany their joint warning. They therefore stand answerable to the world for the responsibilities imposed upon them. "By their overwhelming power and unequaled influence neither nation can divorce itself from these responsibilities." This Berlin Editor Wrote the Truth by Mistake This Berlin Editor Wrote the Truth by Mistake THE first capture of American soldiers by the Germans about a year ago Inspired the Local Anzeiger to a burst of editorial irony under the caption, "Good Morning, Boys!" Here's what it said, in part: However, we cannot promise them doughnuts or jam, and to this extent they will be obliged to recede from their former standard of living. "Perhaps your boss, Wilson, will reconsider his newest line of business before we grab off more of his young people." Well, the boys did go along at express speed. But fast as they went they could not keep up with the feeling Hun. However, the boys went fast enough to gather in many thousands of prisoners, vast stores of munitions and Berlin-made sauer kraut by the carload that the Huns didn't have time to destroy. And when a Hun can't take time to destroy things he's in considerable of a hurry. Just now the boys are crossing the Rhine and entering the Hun fortresses, though not at express train speed, because the evacuating Germans are tired. The editor who wrote that editorial must be the seventh son of a seventh son and therefore blessed with gift of prophecy. It Is Lucky the Government Cut Its Red Tape It Is Lucky the Government Cut Its Red Tape SOME people have been so bold as to declare that if the government had not cut its red tape the war might not yet be over. Here's a little experience that seems to bear out the contention; A man newly in Washington "Not yet—hello, what's that?" said the man, scowling at his wife. "Branch 2459? All right, put me on it." "Got it yet?" said wife. "No," he replied. "I've got to get branch 2272 now. They say they will know there." "What's that—branch 104? All right." And then: "Is this branch 104? Can you tell me," etc., etc. "Haven't you found out yet?" says the Constitution makes it mandatory upon Vice President Marshall to assume the office of president, as Mr. Wilson's absence constitutes "inability to discharge the duties of said office." Vice President Marshall might voluntarily assume the presidency and test his right to the office by signing a bill; a joint resolution of congress might be adopted to set the vice president in motion; a court having jurisdiction might mandamus the vice president to assume the duties. Representative Rodenburg of Illinois that the president's absence constituted to exercise the function of chief Senator Sherman of Illinois draft of the president to constitute a vacant serve out the remainder of Mr. Wilson an address the following day and urge vacant, declaring that the president is of "executive sabotage." C. D. Hilles, former chairman of that the Constitution does not cover the template the absence of the president, secretary of state, who is also going to the treasury, who has resigned. Mr. Wilson, it is officially given out on the ocean and in Paris. He sees less and the cable solve the physical Secretary of War Baker to remain in him to the ranking member of the retary of the Treasury McAdoo. The question of "Who's who?" is so that it has never come up before. "Hands Across the Sea" THE nation-wide celebration of Britain part in the great war has brought in this country and has won the resp WALKERS Great Britain intends to meet American Sir R. L. Borden, Canadian premier, day banquet of the American society in approved the plan to form a league and America are able to command the He said: "United by ties of race, language, of the Britannic commonwealth and the republic can command the peace of the it in July, 1914, if they had given German stand answerable to the world in them. "By their overwhelming power and can divorce itself from these responsi This Berlin Editor Wrote THE first capture of American soldier inspired the Local Anzeiger to a bition, "Good Morning, Boys!" Here's w "Three cheers for the Americans! Clever chaps they are, it cannot be denied. Scarcely have they touched the soil of thus putrid Europe, when already they are forcing their way into Germany. Before long they will cross the Rhine and also enter our fortresses. That is express train speed for American smartness. " "It is our good fortune that we are equipped to entertain numerous guests and that we shall be able to provide quarters for these gentlemen. However, we cannot promise them doul will be obliged to recede from their for "Perhaps your boss, Wilson, will before we grab off more of his young a Well, the boys did go along at they could not keep up with the fleelin enough to gather in many thousands and Berlin-made sauer kraut by the c to destroy. And when a Hun can't ta siderable of a hurry. Just now the boys are crossing the though not at express train speed, because The editor who wrote that editoria son and therefore blessed with gift of It Is Lucky the Governor SOME people have been so bold as not cut its red tape the war might ence that seems to bear out the cont CALL UP BRANCH 104 the man, scowling at his wife. "Bri "Got it yet?" said wife. "No," he replied. "I've got to get know there." "What's that—branch 104? All rl And then: "Is this branch 104? C "Haven't you found out yet?" "Not yet," came the patient reph switched to the efficiency section. The "Sure, I'll hold the line a moment "John, haven't you got that address "The efficiency section is getting Good night! Good-by!" "What's the matter, John?" querie "They referred me to the committ WILL RETURN IN TERRA BIOLOGY 2 CREEDER O'GAN nools introduced a resolution declaring its inability and directing the vice presi- fex executive, asked a resolution declaring the absence money and directing the vice president to his term. Ruled out of order, he made the senate to declare the presidency in going abroad was committing an act the Republican national committee, says the situation, as its makers did not con- The next in line of succession is the o Europe; then comes the secretary of ut, intends to administer the office both no constitutional difficulties, and wirel- difficulties. Besides, he has asked Washington until his return, holding cabinet upon the retirement of Sec- interesting if for no other reason than May Come True at Last In day is evidence that Great Britain's t about a tremendous change of heart, expect, admiration and good will of the American people. Great Britain, on her part, feels that while the cost to her of the war has been beyond her most somber forebodings, her priceless reward for her sacrifices is this same change of heart in the American people. The truth is that Briton and Yank are too closely knit by blood ties to be always good friends; cousinship is an awkward relationship and jars happen in the best regulated families. It is now evident, however, that at least half way in getting together, speaking at the annual Thanksgiving in London, put the situation fairly. He of nations, but insisted that England peace of the world by acting together. literature and tradiflons, the nations the states composing the great American world. They could have commanded many their joint warning. They therefor the responsibilities imposed upon and unequaled influence neither nation abilities." Be the Truth by Mistake Pers by the Germans about a year ago burst of editorial irony under the capwhat it said, in part: GOOD MORNING BOYS! hignuts or jam, and to this extent they former standard of living. We consider his newest line of business people." express speed. But fast as they went big Hun. However, the boys went fast of prisoners, vast stores of munitions carried that the Huns didn't have time like time to destroy things he's in con- Rhine and entering the Hun fortresses, cause the evacuating Germans are tired. It must be the seventh son of a seventh of prophecy. ment Cut Its Red Tape to declare that if the government had not yet be over. Here's a little experiment; A man newly in Washington wanted to find out the local address of an army officer, also new to the city. "I'll just call up the war department and get his address in a minute," he announced to his wife. Having finally got the department and stated his business, the inquirer was referred to the adjutant general's office. "Have you got it?" inquired his wife. "Not yet—hello, what's that?" said branch 2459? All right, put me on it." A branch 2272 now. They say they will right." Can you tell me," etc., etc. My. "But there is hope. I am being that sounds good." I. I am getting used to it now." sess yet?" It for me. Hello, hello, what's that? And his wife. "Can't you get it?" See on public information." THE TWIN CITY STAR, MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. SALVAGING MAN POWER for PEACE William Harper Dean MANY TRADES OPEN TO MEN WHO HAVE LOST BOTH LEGS EACH WORKER IN THIS Reclamation of Mutilated Soldier One of Miracles Born of War HE fighting man who "gets it" and then "goes west" is missed by his trenchmates, the one who gets a nice, clean wound is envied, but the man who is struck by flying steel and leaves the lines to emerge from the hospital a legless, armless or sightless by-product of war is pitted from the depths of his comrades' hearts. Artillerymen pray that when they are hit they will not be mutilated for life; so do infantrymen. For they sicken at the thought of passing the remainder of their days a burden to themselves and others, objects of pity and charity. Death is the least toll of war. But now comes the miracle, just another which has been born of the most colossal war: The reclamation of the mutilated man, the refitting of him to return to civil life the worker of his own destiny, without aid of charity or plty or pension. The armless will return to their trades and professions, the blind will work alongside the sighted by grace of a superdeveloped seventh sense, the legless may take up their work where they left it to join the colors, or else equip themselves for a new object in life and ask no special concessions from their whole-limbed competitors nor from any man. Mechanical ingenuity has devised the artificial arm and leg which is something more than a makeshift for partially concealing the loss of a limb. With sufficient training in its use a man equipped with such an arm can shave himself with an open razor, a feat which many a man with both arms intact will not attempt. He can grasp a whetstone and sharpen a scythe or hold a delicate tool at a lathe for work demanding the finest precision. From his new training the blinded man emerges capable of efficient work at the same lathe or making furniture in open competition with employees with unimpaired sight. It all rests with the individual—whether he applies himself with new hope and enthusiasm to the task of refitting himself for a productive, useful career. France furnishes well nigh innumerable examples of the new surgery and the new training of men who to all intents and purposes have been handicapped for life. Throughout the republic re-educational schools for mutiles have been established and are graduating men and returning them to the channels of peace time occupations at a marvelous rate. A mutile who has lost his right arm is set to work performing simple exercises with his left, such as cutting out squares and ovals from sheets of thin copper. After five or six weeks of this elementary training in any American Red Cross or French re-educational school, his left hand begins to develop some of the skill looked for from a man's right arm. Soon he is able to write with his left, and eventually he forgets the loss of the other member. Time and Patience Needed. Then comes the attachment of the ingenuous mechanical arm to the stuhl of his right. It takes time and patience to learn to operate its springs and levers and clamps, for every operation must be managed from the shoulder and remaining section of the arm. To the "wrist" of this artificial men- First Flyer Aviation was born in ancient Greece, observes Camp Kelly Field Eagle. Digging down into the depths of bookery they have found that Icarus was the original boy aviator, and though he fell to his death in his first solo flight, there was no flying field named after him simply because in the golden days of Greek mythology the nations had not gone in seriously for aviation. However, since there were no fields to EACH WORKER IN THIS FIELD IS EQUIPPED WITH ART SPECIAL ARM OR LEG ber the muttle learns to attach a score of hooks and clasps, each designed to perform a particular function. With these attachments he can hold a pen and write, hold a book for reading, whittle with a knife, sweep with a broom, use his knife at the table for cutting his food. An artificial thumb, wonderfully constructed to replace the lost natural member, enables him to grasp objects between thumb and forefinger. Farm work is notoriously hard work, calling for skill as well as for a strong, active body behind it. France is returning her wounded soldiers to the soil at a rate little short of miraculous. A Pollu, leaving the hospital after amputations, enters one of the Red Cross or French re-educational schools. Let us say he has lost both legs and that he was originally a worker in vineyards in the south of France. Naturally he wants to go back to his home section when he has been discharged, and the great hope in his heart is that he in some way be able to re-enter the old life. "But I have lost both legs," he tells the official who is making a preliminary study of his case. "These new ones are excellent, monsieur, but I cannot prune vines again." "Quite so, but you can be taught to do useful work sitting down." "But, monsleur, one cannot prune vines that way." "Exactly. But I have something else in mind. Your grape harvest is gathered in baskets, is it not? How would you like to learn basket-weaving? There is need for such work in your home section." Desires Are Consulted. It goes that way. No mutil is set to work at a new task without having his natural desires consulted. If he wants work in agriculture, there is something which he can be taught to do. If it is a factory he longs for, his artificial hand will be trained for the factory. I have seen French mutiles from the farming sections of France, who before the war plowed behind a pair of oxen, being taught the intricacies of the mechanical tractor. And I have seen these same men going out to plow once more—not as peasants behind oxen, but as skilled tractor operators, whose false arms or legs equipped them to compete successfully with highly trained men who have lost neither. And I have seen a mutile who had lost both arms in battle climb nimbly to his seat on a farm cart and drive off. Illustrations might be multiplied, but would be superfluous. The re-educational system in operation abroad and in America holds a deeper significance and interest than its application of advanced surgery and mechanics in re-equipping men for the tasks of peace. The significant feature of it in France, for instance, is that these men emerge from the welter of hell, minus arms and legs, sometimes blind, to return to civil life better equipped then in prewar days. The education of the French peasant in the past has been largely a matter of utilizing ancient methods. Men have plowed with oxen because their grandfathers did; neither had the advantage of training in advanced agriculture. But the peasant who leaves a re-educational school and returns to the soil is no longer content to farm in the old way. He has learned the economy of tractor plowing and of seed drills and of manure spreaders. He has learned the principles and practical side of be named, they christened the sea into which he fell the Icarian sea. A board of investigation appointed to investigate the cause of the accident made findings that like's wings had come off probably "due to the intense heat of the sun melting the wax which held them firmly to his body." Insects Have Short Life. As Hearn truly said, the incidents of the insect world are mostly of a nightmare character—witness the nuptial flight of the bee and the devour- A man seated on a wooden bench, holding a long stick, appears to be working on a construction project. The background is a flat, unadorned surface, possibly a wall or a board. ARTIFICIAL LEG DOES NOT MAKE THIS FARM WORKER HELPLESS modern dalrying and orcharding. He will not be satisfied to use his new arm or leg as he used the old. It has been the great awakening for him and his kind, and unconsciously or purposely he will spread the contagion of the new order of things in the midst of the old. Industry throughout the world must not close its eyes to the inevitable fact that following the war re-equipped men who have sacrificed sight and limbs for their country will come back to take their places alongside the whole. They will come back efficient men, asking no sympathy, asking no special concessions from employers or those with whom they work shoulder to shoulder. The world is not going to be flooded with idle, saddened objects of pity and charity. That, too, belongs to the old order of things. In the readjustment of every nation's economic and industrial life following the demobilization of the armies the men reclaimed from mutilation will demand and receive their full share of the task. This is one of the war's most sublime achievements, second only to the everlasting defeat of military autocracy. Idealism We cannot get away from idealism any more than we can from character, nor from an idealism based on knowledge. The problem will be as it always has been, one of making it helpful and fruitful, and enlisting it in the service of man. It cannot serve man except through other men, and as applied by them. The greatest ideal ever revealed to the world was the ideal of service. There could have been none greater. Christian people certainly will not deny this, for it is one of the basic truths of their religion. Idealism, service and obedience, therefore, all go together, and are all necessary elements of a symmetrical character. They will not lose their importance or value. We cannot think of men living together in a civilized society without them. For, lacking them, men would not be men, and society would not be civilized.—Boston Globe. Belgium's Independence More than 75 years ago Belgium declared her independence of Holland, to which she had been united by the settlement of 1815. Long-standing dissatisfaction first broke into open rebellion on the night of August 25, when the performance of the opera "La Muette de Porticl," with its passionate appeal for enamoration, inflamed the audience to such a degree that the people left the opera house and flew to arms. Europe regarded the outbreak as merely a local riot until a month later, when the Dutch army sent to reestablish order in Brussels was led into a trap from which it extricated itself only after four days' heavy fighting and the loss of 1,500 men. Immediately on the withdrawal of the defeated troops a provisional government was assembled and on October 4 Belgium was proclaimed an independent state. ing by the female spider of her bridegroom. Whether they have wings or stings or both or none, theirs is the life of the preyer or the preyed upon and they can defend themselves feebly only by protective coloring, or perhaps an unpleasant taste which makes them inedible to birds that would otherwise eat them. Whether they creep on the ground or appear to flutter joyously among the flowers, their struggle for existence is fierce and incessant. Thus does stark science brush away the fuzzy fancies of a sentimental old era II. Joseph Meets His Father in the Land of Goshen (46:29-34). SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON (By REV. P. B. FITZWATER, D. D. T. Teacher of English Bible in the Moody Bible Institute of Chicago.) (Copyright, 1918, Western Newspaper LESSON FOR DECEMBER 29 JOSEPH CARES FOR HIS KINDRED. LESSON TEXT—Genesis 6:1-12 GOLDEN TEXT—Honor thy father and mother—Ephesians 6:2. DEVOTIONAL READING-Psalms 34 ADDITIONAL MATERIAL - Genesis 45:18-50:26. Since we took the birth of the Savior for our Christmas lesson, today, instead of a review, we will go back and take up the alternative lesson for December 22. It will be more profitable to complete the study of Joseph in his attitude toward his kindred than to undertake the review. 1. Joseph Sends to Canaan for His Father (45:17-28). After Joseph had made himself known to his brethren he sent them back to his father in Canaan with the good news not only that he was alive, but that the Lord had exalted him to be lord over all Egypt, and that his father and brethren with their families should come down to Egypt where he would give them the best of the land and that they should eat of the "fat of the land." This illustrates how one day Jesus Christ shall disclose his identity to his brethren the Jews, and that his exaltation at the right hand of the Father was to make preparation for them against the awful day of trial which shall be visited upon them (Acts 3:19-21). Jacob experienced a double delight — that of seeing his beloved son whom he had long mourned as dead, and of being welcomed to the new and strange land by its prime minister. Joseph instructed his father and brethren how to place their request before Pharah. Since their occupation was that of shepherds he knew that some tact should be employed in their approach to the king, for "every shepherd is an abomination unto the Egyptians." III. Jacob 'and Five Sons Presented to Pharah (47:1-7). Though Joseph was high in authority he was not ashamed to bring his father and brethren into the presence of the great Pharah, even though they were humble farmers. 1. Pharaoh's Question (vv. 3, 4). He inquired as to their occupation. They answered that both they and their father were shepherds. They went a little beyond what they were asked by Pharaoh and instructed to do by Joseph. They requested the land of Goshen, for they knew it was a good place for pasture for their flocks. 2. Pharaoh's Instructions to Joseph (vv. 5, 6). He told him to make his father and brethren to dwell in the best of the land—even Goshen, and that if he knew of any men of ability among them to give them the charge of his cattle. He assumed that since Joseph was so capable and trustworthy that some of his brethren did also possess suitable qualifications of administration. IV. Jacob Blessed Pharaoh (47.7-10). Though Jacob was a pilgrim in Egypt, dependent upon Pharaoh even for food to eat, in the dignity of his faith of what God would do with him, and through him, he pronounced a blessing upon the great Egyptian king. The less is blessed by the greater (Hebrews 7:7). Though conscious of his place of superiority through the divine covenant he did not manifest offensiveness, but rather the desire to convey a vital blessing. He recognized that he was the channel through which great blessings would come to Pharaoh, in accordance with the Abrahamic covenant (Genesis 12:1-3). Israel is one day to be the channel through which the blessings of salvation shall flow to the Gentile nations (Romans 11:12-15). V. Joseph Nourished His Father and Brethren (47:11, 12). According to the instructions of Pharoh, Joseph placed his father and brethren in the best of the land and made provision for them. Jesus Christ will one day, when the famine of the great tribulation is exceeding sorb, be reconciled to his brethren, the Jews, and will give them a possession in the best of the land and nourish them. Christ is now seated with the Father on his throne, and one day will reveal himself to his brethren the Jews and will feed them on the "fat of the land." Jacob lived in Egypt 17 years. When the time of his death approached he exacted from Joseph a promise that he would bury him in Canaan. He blessed Joseph's sons and issued a prophecy concerning his own sons. It has been given as a binding order to every man worthy of the name and who respects the stamp put upon his being by God, his Father and Creator, never to become the slave of most Bondage is the supreme shame and a preme misery for a man conscious of his nobility and divine origin.—Charles Wagner, in Christian Herald. From Innermost Being. The things which come to us are not unrelated to us, but grow out from our innest being.—Agnes Edward. Defective Pag