Washington Bee

TRAINING SCHOOL Offers Religious Training DOING EXCELLENT AN WORK Purpose, Scope and Rapid Development of Great School Founded by Dr. James E. Shepard. By E. H. Hunter, LL. M., D. D. (Norfolk Journal and Guide.) I have been asked to say something for the epublic, relative to the National Religious Training School and Chautauqua, located at Durham, N.C., and managed by Dr. James E. Shepard, who first conceived the idea of such an institution. By his power of initiative, marvelous energy and supreme faith, he made it feasible and practicable, and was accordingly elected its first president. He is the human dynamo, which charges a most wonderfully perfected piece of educational machinery. It calls forth exclamations of wonder, admiration and grateful acknowledgements from men of all shades of opinion and from every section of our country, when once they behold the transformation and rejoicing made possible in the wilderness and solitary place, just out from Durham, in the short space of one year. By the touch of his genius, the young man has given to the educational propaganda for the Negro race in this country, what might be called the "Shepherd idea." The founder's original thought was to provide a great summer school, offering opportunity for the masses as well as the more cultured along lines of religious and theical instruction through lectures and otherwise; somewhat after the style of Northfield on Winona Lake. For several reasons, that plan was modified and the one now in successful operation was substituted. Among these reasons might be mentioned the lack of appreciation of the utility of such training and the difficulty of securing philanthropic aid for such a novel educational venture among Negroes. The plans were changed so as to provide both a summer curriculum, capable of supplying the demands of patrons of standard schools; but the original plan of making religion the key-word, the rallying cry of the institution was not abandoned. Hence the name. Although all phases of mental, industrial and religious training are offered by the National to the applicant, it is with the uncompromising that the entire course of study is to be well seasoned with religion. The great purpose of the founder is to generate, collect and put in motion, from the National as a center, waves of religious instruction, culture, and enthusiasm, which will touch the remotest edge of racial darkness, ignorance and superstition, and thereby secure a larger number of the lower strata, the cultural advantages of the gospel of peace and good will to all mankind. The scope of the school is large and gives evidence of a just ambition to have it stand among the best educational institutions of our times, so it should; for it seeks to lift its patrons and all whom they may be privileged to influence, into communion and intimate association with the best that life has to offer, now and eternally. A well-rounded, intelligent graduate of this school who has rightly appreciated and appropriated its true spirit and dominating thought, may well lay claim to, as he will surely have association with the spirits of just men made perfect, Universal as well at National in design, this school offers every phase of useful training and this will make a betteritzer and more completely fit for effective service to his day and generation. Its motto is "I serve," and its creed, "Religious industrial and literary training must go hand in hand." Its varied courses of study embrace theology, all kinds of Bible study and religious training for preachers, missionaries, Sunday school, Y. M. C. A. and other religious workers; training for social service workers; every variety of industrial work practical business and mechanical instruction; the various sciences both theoretical and applied; all English branches and Normal work for teachers; modern and ancient foreign languages. The school is well equipped for the work, as it employs competent instructors and draws upon the best talent available for lectures and special work. No school has been more fortunate in the personnel of its lecturers and instructors; such men as Bishops J. C. Kilgore, of the M. E. Church South, George W. Clinton, of the A. M. E. Zion Church, Robert Strange, Protestant Episcopal Dr. Jesse Hunt, noted Chaucaudia lecturer and Biblical authority, H. Y. Chapman, celebrated pulpit orator and D. Webster Davis, and a score of others equally as prominent and of both races. North and South, are each year found at the school, gladly helping to give impetus and shape to its controlling ideal. The growth and progress of this unique venture is one of the wonders of this marvelous twentieth century. Less than two years ago, the philanthropic and public-spirited citizens of Durham gave to the cause a tract of 26 acres of land, unimproved, barren, but admirably located for the purposes intended. Dr. Shepard moved the magic wand of faith over it, then demonstrated his faith by consecrated effort. Then out of those barren hills there sprung up, as if in a night. four splendid buildings well adapted for the purposes intended, modern in structure and appointments, and architecturally attractive. The grounds were transformed and made a beautiful landscape, with flower beds, gardens, groves and driveways, most attractive of those seeking rest, meditation and communion with God and nature. Now, there are eight buildings, four having been added this year. Dr. Shepard, of necessity spends the most of his time traveling in the interest of this great plant in embroy. His plans are admirably executed by the vice president, Prof. C. G. O'Kelly, than whom there is no more competent and practical educator among us. Prof. O'Kelly is not one of the variety who "blows their own horn." But he is a most practical and proficient educator, who knows the work from the bottom up, and whose long experience in managing educational institutions during their formative period, has been and is of untold service in the early stages of such a masterful project, as the National promises to be. The success of the school seems to have been assured from the beginning; and the necessity for enlargement appeared soon after the opening of the first school year. Students who matriculate in the National are not only brought under the most salutary discipline, but also under the most far-reaching altruistic influences, in addition, the environment of the school and community are all that could be desired, including electric facilities, steam heat and modern bath arrangements for personal comfort, to say nothing of the opportunities of the highest social culture. No school it seems to me has more clearly defined, and lived up to, its purpose to make religion the basic principle of all its operations. It is altogether undenominational and draws its workers and patrons from the various denominations without reference thereto. The study and inculcation of Bicle truth is its chief aim. The cultivation of college sports, the art of music, the science, business and industrial culture, professional preparation or whatever line of work one may pursue there, is thoroughly imbued with religious development, in the hope that the finished product of the school will represent the highest type of the well-rounded and thoroughly balanced man...This school is entitled to the sympathy and support of all right thinking men. DR. L. G. JORDAN Just Returned from the Baptist Convention, en route for Boston, Mass. Rev. L. G. Jordan, D. D., Secretary of the Foreign Mission Board, of the National Baptist Convention, was in the city this week, and reports the national meeting held in Pittsburg, as the very best since the organization of the National Convention. Dr. Jordan reports that colored baptists own real estate in West, South and Central Africa, South America and the West Indies, for school and church purposes, amounting to $40,000. He feels that the coming year's work in all departments of the convention will surpass the year just closed, for the reason that the Baptist churches of the race and their leaders are understanding each other better, and are beginning to learn more and more the importance of combining to do the work, they have undertaken at home and abroad. This distinguished Baptist left this city Wednesday morning for Boston, Mass., where he has gone on business. He is doing a great work among the Baptists. TWENTY-FIVE YEARS PASTOR Zion Baptist Church Helps Rev. Mr Howard Celebrate. The twenty-fifth anniversary of the pastorate of Rev. W. J. Howard, of Zion Baptist Church, was celebrated Monday evening in connection with the celebration of the forty-seventh anniversary of the establishment of the church itself. Richard Chapman, a deacon, was ordained during the service. A sermon was preached by Rev. W. H. Brooks, D. D., of the Nineteenth Street Baptist Church; prayer was by Rev. Joseph Matthews, of Bethlehem Baptist Church. After the service a reception was held for Rev. Mr. Howard. It was announced last night that the church has raised 2,000 toward the fund to purchase a site for a church building. A. E. DR JAMES E. SHEPARD, Who is Making Advanced Movements in the World of Progress DR. CORROTHERS. The third of the series of sermons was delivered at Galbraith A. M. E. Z. Church Sunday night by its pastor Rev. S. L. Corrothers, D. D. An announcement of his subject of a week ago brought one of the largest crowds that has ever graced this church for it was packed from the pulpit to the door with every available space taken up. The enthusiasm and spiritual life of the church have become so demonstrative that scores of white people in the community have been attracted to the services. Some joining in the services and others sending complaints to the police department, saying for the shouts of the Negroes they are not allowed to sleep, and another has said because of the heavy crowds which attend these services he was unable to pass up or down the sidewalks. The sermon of last Sunday evening was taken from these words: "My soul doth magnify the Lord, and my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior," which had for its subject, "The power or magnetism of the cross." These words were uttered by Mary, the mother of Jesus Christ, born of humble parentage and the daughter of a farmer, and the same angel that brought the news to her of the birth of Christ had just proclaimed the birth of John the Baptist. Continuing, he stated positively that God does so much for us; we cannot always believe it, and therefore we miss many things by not believing in God's word. He was firm in his statement if we want power, faith and fire, we must believe in God. The isms of now-a-days are that the fuss we make of Jesus Christ is all unnecessary, but if we hold our peace. M. H. SUPT. W. M. DAVIDSON said the speaker, the rocks will cry out. We must play our part either in the waving of the handkerchief or the patting of the foot. Dead religion, continued the speaker, is ruining the church in that it is making big U's and little i's, forming societies and circles in the same. He urged that we fight the devil at all times, whether at our work, at home or abroad, for this is not a sham battle. Concluding, said he, what will become of our friends who are sleeping around when the church of the living God shall stand before the throne to meet those who have gone before? Prayer by Jacob Fenderson added another cloudburst, and the choir, with all its might, sang "I have loved ones in that city." The collections were never larger than now. Sunday morning, October 1, the subject will be "The Power and effect of prayer. Sunday night the fourth of the series of sermons will be delivered on the destruction of the false gods. The public is cordially invited. Dr. Shepard in the City. Dr. James E. Shepard, of Durham, N. C. paid a flying visit to the city Monday, on special business of importance. After its completion he boarded the evening train over the Southern for his home at Durham, N. C. The National Religious Training School will open next week. He Didn't Fool the Preachers—Vote Stood, 46, to 6, Prune, Indered Stood 26 to 6—Bruce Indorsed. At a meeting of the colored ministers held Monday afternoon at St. Mary's Church to consider the best method to save souls, it was decided to hold a secret session to consider TUNNELL DEFEATED the public school question. Mr. Tunnel, a member of the Board of Education, asked permission to speak on the public school. He read the same paper that he read before the Board of Education, attacking the assistant superintendent, Mr. Bruce. At the conclusion of his address, Rev. Waldron made a few remarks, supporting Mr. Tunnel's propositions, and attack on Mr. Bruce. Others addressed the secret meeting—about six in all—and at the conclusion of the speech making some one stated to Mr. Tunnel that he need not think that the ministers' meeting could be used to attack Mr. Bruce; that they all knew about the slate, because they had read about it in The Bee. A vote was called for on the resolution condemning Bruce, which was lost by a vote of 26 to 6. Thus it will be seen that the colored superintendent was indorsed. SOCIAL SETTLEMENT Brilliant Gathering of the Citizens Dr. John R. Francis Presided, Asst Attorney General Lewis Speaks Militia Played and Refreshments Served. One of the most brilliant gatherings that has ever assembled in a public hall to ameliorate the condition of the down-trodden was in the Social Settlement building, L and Eighteenth Street, Southwest, last Friday evening. This organization is doing great work among the people in that section of the city. The lady managers are well known for their Christian work and ability to succeed. Dr. John R. Francis, who is known as one of the most honorable and upright physicians in this city, and a man who is doing all he can to improve the condition of the lowly, presided. In his opening address he stated 'what the Social Settlement ment, and what it was doing for the people in this section of the city in which it is located. He eloquently appealed to the people, who represented the culture of the city, to help to improve the condition of all people who are not as fortunate as they are. His appeal was no doubt effective, because at the conclusion of his address several subscribed liberally. Auditor Ralph W. Tyler led off by subscribing ten dollars, and many others followed. There was a full stringed orchestra present and rendered excellent music. Addresses were also made by the lady managers, Prof. Geo. W. Cook, Judge E. M. Hewlett, and others. After the speech making refreshments were served and a most enjoyable time was spent. This, the first public meeting of the season, was most gratifying and inspiring, and gave a bright outlook for the future. Much credit is due to Mrs. Georgia Hawkins for the interest she has always manifested, and for bringing together, with the assistance of Mrs. Roscoe Bruce, and Dr. J. R. Francis, so large a representative body. Among some of the people present were: Dr. John R. Francis, who presided; Mr. R. W. Tyler, Dr. T. J. Dr. John R. Francis Jones, Mr. W. Calvin Chase, Judg E. M. Hewlett, Atts. Atty. Gen'l. William H. Lewis, Mrs. Charles W. West Miss G. B. Maxfield, Miss Sarah Gray Mrs. Bettie J. Francis and daughter Miss Dorothy J. Thomas, Recorder of Deeds W. Lincoln Johnson, Editor Taylor, of the American, Mr. T. M. Dent, Mrs. Bessie E. Allen, Mr. L E. Cruso, Mrs. C. E. Lewis, Mr. E F. Brown, Mrs. G. B. Lewell, Mr. Charles F. M. Brown, Miss Julia F Jones, Mr. Sam. Middleton, Mr. Wm Gray, Miss G. B. Lewell, Prof. E C Williams, Mrs. J. A. and Miss Fannie Cromwell, Mr. H. E. Baker, Miss A L. Wormell, Mr. H. C. Tyson, Mrs. R. A. Smith, Miss I. H. Lofton, Mr. Henry E. Baker, Mrs. Langston, Mr. L. B. Moore, Mr. J. C. Napier, Miss Bostonia, Prof. Geo. W. Cook and wife, Hon. Henry Lincoln Johnson, Dr. C. W. Childs, Mr. W. S. Dufield, Rev. O. L. Mitchell, Mr. F. D. Lee, Mee Ella E. Perry, Miss Fairfax Brown, Mrs. Quarles, of Charlottesville, Va, and Mr. McKenzie, of Columbia, Ohio. It is firmly believed from the meeting, new interest will be taken and more will feel as the speakers so beautifully expressed, of the joy of losing one's self in helping others who are less fortunate than we. Contributions were offered and refreshments served by Misses Cora Hawkins, Beatrice Ridgley and A. L. Wormell, during which time an orchestra played. (By Miss G. B. Maxfield.) There are now no more territories, save our colonial possessions. The vast region from the Atlantic to the Pacific, and from the Lakes to the Rio Grande, is one compact nation of States. Forty-eight in all, and comprising 3,000,000 square miles. Dr. Booker T. Washington engaged a special car while traveling from Austin to Temple, Texas. It is said no one will accompany Dr. Washington on his 200 mile trip, so he and the porter will be the only occupants of the car. L. Aldridge Lewis, a colored interne at the city hospital in Indianapolis, Ind., came out number one out of ninety-nine successful applicants who passed the examination of the State Board of Medical Registration. He received 947 out of a possible 1,000 points. He is a graduate from the Indiana University School of Medicine. It has been decided by the War Department to discontinue the practice of raising the hat or cap when the flag passes the reviewing officer. Hereafter the flag will be saluted by the raised hand, as it is in all the other armies of the world. Roscoe C. Simmons has resigned as editor-in-chief of the New York Age, to start a paper of his own in one of the large Southern cities, so the Charleston Advocate states. The Illinois Chronicle thinks they just as well make Dr. E. C. Morris president of the National Baptist Convention, as this is his eighteenth year as president, and there seems to be no opposition to him. Former Governor Joseph M. Brown, who was defeated for re-election of governor of Georgia by Gov. Hoke Smith, has announced his candidacy for the governorship to be made vacant when Gov. Smith resigns next month. This makes three avowed candidates in the field, the others being Judge R. B. Russell and J. Pope Brown. A bronze tablet marking the birthplace of the late Confederate general "Stonewall" Jackson, was unveiled last Tuesday at Clarksburg, W. Va. Dr. James Powers Smith, the only surviving officer of Gen. Jackson's staff, delivered the principal address. Miss Margaret Kelly, colored, who is connected with the Mint Bureau, is said to be the highest paid woman in the government employment. Her salary is $3,000 per annum. Miss Hazel Harrison, a young colored woman of Laporte, Ind., received a cablegram to come to Berlin, Germany, where an engagement awaits her, which will give her audience as a pianist before the crowned heads of Europe. This is said to be the first time a colored woman has been made the recipient of such an honor. Prof. William H. J. Beckett has resigned his position as director of physical culture in the public schools in St. Louis, to accept a similar position at the colored Y. M. C. A. in this city. He comes well equipped for the work. Rev. Simon P. Tillman has been awarded a bronze medal by the Massachusetts Humane Society for saving the life of a man whose clothing had caught fire. He also was given a lapel button bearing the name of the society. After having examined over 250 witnesses, probing the lynching of Zack Walker, at Coatesville, Pa., indictments were found against four men, two of whom are policemen, who were released on $2,000 bail each. Five boys were also indicted. One thousand persons, representing fifty different races, met in London, England, attending "The Universal Race Congress" last July. General Atenor Firmin, the Haitian leader and diplomat, died suddenly September 19th. For many years he had aspired for presidency. The forty-fifth school year of Howard University opened last Wednesday; 1,500 students have already registered, making an increase of 10 percent over last year. Besides the increase in the student body there are eight additional members of the faculty, making in all 150 instructors. Attention has been called to the urgent needs of Freedman's Hospital, made necessary by the rapid growth of the institution during the past year. Congress is asked to appropriate $25,000 for the erection of a building devoted exclusively to pathological work. Mr. Gunnell. Mr. J. C. Gunnell, of Jersey City, N. J., brother of Mr. R. H. Gunnell, of this city, has been appointed one of the supervisors of election in Bayoune, N. J., where he resides. He has been in politics in New Jersey for some time as chairman of the colored State convention. He was the only colored man to take the civil service examination and passed, which position he now holds. He married the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Nathalie Borg, of the early residents of the Southwest. He is now in bad health, but his friends hope that he will improve, to enable him to continue with his work. aa Published : “at 110g Eye St, N. W. Washington, LD - W. CALVIN CHASE, EDITOR , Entered at the Post Office at Wash- ington, D. C, as second-class mail matter. ; i + ESTABLISHED 1880. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION. One copy per year in advance...$2.00 Six MORthS......0.0seeeeeeeeees 1.00 Three montht.....ecesesseeeeee $0 Subscription monthly.....se0e+. 90 . . 1 VERA 2 er PROF. W. M. DAVIDSON. The Bee believes that the decis- ion that will be reached by Dr. W. M. Davidson will be acceptable to the entire community as well as to a majority of the members of the Board of Education. Dr. David- son will not be frightened into doing anything by threats of resig- nations or anything else. The col- ored members of the Board of Edu- cation should be in harmony with every official in the public schools. The people afe indebted to the president of the Board of Educa- tion, Capt. James F. Oyster, who has defended every interest of the teachers regardless of color or con- dition. There has been no color line drawn by Capt. Oyster in his conduct of our schools. The col- ored teachers have appealed to him for protection, and he has been ready and willing at all- times to render whatever assistance he could to right any and every wrong as he saw it. The Bee admires a fighter, especially when the fight is made in the proper direction. Suppose the colored members of. the Board of Education had made the same fight before Congress for better schools and larger appropriations for the colored schools as they have made against the assistant superintend- ent? It is said that the files of The Bee will be quoted and be com- pared with the present issues. Let us hope so. There is nothing The Bee cannot explain to the satisfac- tion of its readers. The Bec is grateful to the members of the Board of Education who leads this fight against the assistant. It is not believed that he will stoop to small things, but in the fight that he is making he has been mislead. He will get no credit for making the fight for those who claim to have gMevances against the superintend- ent. He only destroys his influerice. with his more fortunate associates on the Board of Education. He has always admitted that the president of the Board of Education was a good man, and should have his sup- port. Will Mr. Horner explain why he so suddenly changed? If he has charges to make, why didn’t! he make them to Dr. Davidson? As a lawyer and a member of the Board of Education. he knows that the proper way to succeed is to go right. It is hoped that the super- intendent will put ae rest this school contention. « SILENCING PREJUDICE. * When Mr. Whitefield MeKin- fay was ‘suggested for Customs Collector here there was more or Wess ado made over it because he was a colored man, and it was claimed that it would incite. rather than diminish race prejudice. Pres. ident Taft. however. undissuaded by arguments resulting from mere- f< race prejudice, went ahead and made the appointment. In a few days after the appointment was made adverse talk ceased. and the comnuunity settled’ down to the rou- tine’of affairs. Now that Mr. Me- Kinlay has made good in his posi- tion, and showed that a colored man can be found to fill any posi- tion, we do not even hear the place referred to, This race prejudice, after all. is a thing that only in- creases as it is given consideration. Give it no cansideration.. then the thing “dies a bornin.” Judge Kin. kade, a white judge. once remarked that “the way to break down race prejudice was to make a plenty of colored. appointments in various States and localities, thereby mak- ing the people use to the presence of colored men in offigial _ posi- tions.” And this statement is not far from correct. in fact it is cor- rect. When white men become fa* miliar with colored men who dis- play ability, manhood and respecta- bility, it is not long until the race line of demarkation is almost if not completely effaced. Whitefield McKinlay entered upon his duties with the grim determination of making good in order to properly serve the government, and in or- der to reflect credit upon his race and make it possible for other col. ored men to succeed to like posi- tions. It is gratifying. to the col- ored people of the District that he has made good. His success help: directly and indirectly every othei colored man, for no golored mar can succeed in any honorable ca: pacity without, in some measure making success possible for every other colored man. And the soone! that colored men recognize this fac the sooner will we agree that tc prescribe “pull-to-gether" as a reg: ular tonic is far better thar prescribing and __administerin, “knocks” as an.antidote for racia progress., : . DR. WASHINGTON’S NAME It seems that Dr. Booker T. Washington’s name and endorse- ment is always to be reckoned: with either by direction or indirection, and either as an argument against or in favor of it. When the oppo- sition to Prof. Bruce went hunting for arguments to use against him they did'not hesitate to drag in the name of Dr. Washington to help their side of the case, as they thought, although, inconsistantiy, they had previously referred to him as responsible for Prof. Bruce being here, and therefore an argu- ment in favor of his removal. ‘When the President of the board, acting to confirm the opposition’s claim that Dr. Washignton had dropped Prof, Bruce from his list of meritorious colored men, wrote the Doctor, and secured a reply di- rectly opposite, then the opposition resumed the: argument that Dr. Washington was attempting to run the colored schools of Washington. Nothing could be farther from Dr. Washington's purpose. He is no! interested ip the colored schools of Washington except as he is inter- ested in the education of his race everywhere. He has not taken fany part in this contention for and against Prof. Bruce, and when written to for a statement he did not even know that a fight was be- ing waged against Prof. Bruce. ‘However, it is to no man’s discredit to have the good will of Dr. Wash- ington, and it is not especially to any man’s credit to have him re- corded against him, for the reasor that Dr. Washington only favor: individuals when they fit in the scheme of general upbuilding of the race, and he only opposes in- dividuals when their actions are prompted by a_ selfishness that means race. retardance. If a man has Dr. Washington’s respect and favor set it down that it is because the man in question is contributing. by his work to the sum total of race achievements in the field of useful- ness. Washington's favor is a tal- isman because ,and only because he stands unreservedly and unequiv- ocally for race progress, and be- cause ‘he is against the propagation of selfishness at the expense of the race progress. DR. TAMES E. SHEPARD. The Bee congratulates its distin- guished friend Dr. James E. Shep- ard, on the success that he is meeting with in his school work. He is one man in the South who has the respect’ and confidence of all classes, regardless of color or condition. It is remarkable to sec the progress that he has made in so short a time. The buildings that he has erected in Durham are but a few blocks from the center of the City, Dr. Shepard is honored ssherever he goes, and it is quite evident that he has the respect and confidence of the people, because they are always willing and ready to Assist his great work. With the progress that- the National Relig- ious Fraining School, at Durham, is making, it will not be very long before -this school will be to Dir- ham, N. C.. what Tuskegee is to Alabama. It is to the credit of the State that Dr. Shepard has been able to bring some of the greatest men in this country to his school, and before they leave they have expressed great admiration for the work that is being done by Dr. Shepard. The great conference of ministers that has been called to meet at Durham, N. C., under the auspices of the National Religious Training School, will be the great- est religious event'in the history of that city. The Bee is informed that the board and lodging of the ministers will be paid by the school. Elsewhere in The Bee will be read with interest a copy of the call and the questions that will be discussed. REPRESENT THE PEOPLE? The colored members of the Board of Education claim that they not only voice, but represent. the sentiment of the people. Now, if they think so, let them, at once, send in their resignations to the Judges, and ask for an indorse- ment of the people for a vindica- ‘tion by a réappointment. Had it been left with the people not one would have received fitty indorsements out of «a population of ninety thousand colored people ‘There will be a day when the col- ored people of the city will be rep- resented on the Board of Educa: tion. If the Judges of the Supreme Court would ask the people for an expression of their choice, they would readily see a difference. The citizens of Washingtor have been embarrassed by having people to represent them who have no interest in, their welfare. Of course, the colored member: intend to resign and ask for an in dorsement of the people. ~ Let us hope so. PUBLIC PRINTER DON- NELLY. a TE eS mee Public Printer Donnelly is to be commended for the stand that he has taken in behalf of justice and fair play. Because he will not dis- charge a colored bricklayer, who has passed the civil service exami- nation and complied with all the re- quirements of law, he has been de- nounced by a discriminating and prejudicial labor union. It is be- lieved that there are a few fair men in the labor organization who are willing to treat the colored workman fairly. It is strange that the bricklayer’s labor union is wil- ling for the colored man to work as a laborer but not as a_brick- layer. How inconsistent. The col- red bricklayer will not be dis- charged on account of his color, and the country will stand by thc Public Printer. DOESN'T WANT IT. The friends of Dr. Winfield Scott Montgomery claim that he is not a candidate for the position of as- sistant superintendent of schools, although he is fully competent to fill any position in the schools. The Bee is aware that Dr. Montgom- ery is as popular among the colored teachers as Mr. Stewart is among the whites. Dr. Montgomery is an honorable and upright man, and The Bee has no fault to find of him. Dr. Montgomery has always in- formed The Bee that he doesn’ want the job, no matter who may urge him for the position. Who are the people? pe ae We owe something to the. pupils in the school. Dr. Tunnel) and Mrs. Harris show the proper spirit when they state that they will abide by Dr. Davidson's dgcision. a That “Get-next-to-yourself” mix- ture has effected a lot of cures. It would be well for a few malcon- tents around here to give it a trial. Mr. Horner can yet become a useful member of the Roard of Ed- ucation by forgetting to fill the “get leven” prescription, and just work- ing for the schools as a whole. The colored ministers will cer- tainly take advantage of the invita- tion extended to them by Dr. James E. Shepard, of Durham, N. C., to visit his home for a confer- ence. The stay there will not cost them anything. ~ In the event of the resignations of the colored members of the Board of Education, the Judges have excellent material from which they can select three suitable per- sons. The resignations of the colored members of the Board of Education will no doubt be in the hands of Chief Justice Clabaugh before the next issue of The Bee, if the dec- Jaration of Attorney R. R. Horner is carried out. _, The Bee's expose of the “com- bine’s” slate, as Dame Rumor gave it out. attracted much attention and excited a great deal of discus- sion last week. There are many who believe. occasionally, there-is a whole lot of facts incased in ru- mor. —— | President Taft’s invasion of the enemy's country is a bold dash. And the people, like the men who are not afraid to go right into the heart of+ the enemy’s country. President Taft knows .that he is right, and being right, he is goin; ahead fearlessly, More poner te him. The Canadians, by their over- whelming defeat of the Reciproci- ty Treaty, not only cut off their nose to spite their face, but they, unconsciously, furnished _ more strength to President Taft in that their claim that reciprocity was a splendid thing for the people of this country is now given substantiation, CONFERENCE FOR NEGRO PASTORS. All Denominations Are Asked to Send Delegates—Settlement Work Begun, But Further Discussion of the Moral, Civil, Spiritual and Sociological Conditions of the Race is Needed For Practical Uplift, Which Can Best Be Done Through Religious Channels, Durham. N. C MANY SICK. Inspector Forrest's Report. General Henry Forrest, vice presi- dent of the Pulmay Porter's Relief Association, has just returned to the city after having completed a tour of inspection of the sick in Jersey City, N. J., and the District of Columbix He also states that he found many sick within the past few days, and five embers of the organization have died. Public Men And Things Ss sue Cel ADOW—everyoody s OUsi-| ness—that’s Pierce Place. ‘There were two, of them, and they had been gauging the amber fluid down at Bob Allen’s Cafe de Suds on the Black Midway Plaisance—that’s Foarteenth Street from Sto V. Both had guaged just enough Kentucky bourbon to make them argumentative. Mrs. Suy- dam's affinity case was under discus- sion. “What do you think of this’ affinity racket?” said the first, whom we will designate as Col. Piker. The second, who was about as mellow as a Bartlet pear three weeks after it as ripe, and whom 1 will designate ‘as Capt. Barfly, replied: “I kinder lean untowards ‘(and he said “unto- Wards”) the affinity business, but my ‘ole coman’ she just naturally is agin it.” “Umph,” returned Col Piker, as he rolled a cud of piperheidsic over to the other side of his jaw, “my ole oman is old fashion too. ' But col- ored men ain't worked up to the af- finity business, and colored women just so old fashion they can't see the good pints to it,” and then as he clutched his carboneter, he continued, “and they ain’t got the mon. You see a woman ought to have money to be a real affinity. You can't make a soul mate out of a dependent.” “Say, man,” said Capt. Barfly, “you certainly are off with your trolley, and your differential is on the bum if you reckon that way. Why, don’t you know there’s lots of cullud womens who work for a living what’s got this affinity and soul mate business down to where it figures out as the redl breakfast food? As I reason it, this affinitinegs is a sort of interchange able syetfathy which ‘@ woman who has brainstorms has for a fellow who hhas about one ounce of encrgy and about four tons of live wire coiled up in his system.” Just here a cop came along and told the two logicians they had better soft peddle it and move on. Capt. Barfly objected, and told the cop that he was a man of quality and rights, and no one, not even the President, could make him move off the eminent domain, “Now move off and be quick about it, or T'll run yous in,” said the coppy in a sort of Eighth Precinct Station tone of voice, and with 2 sort of Judge Kimble | gaze. Remembering” that Hon. Judson Lyons was once run in from the same classic precincts, and temembering that the Hon. Judson’s feet got so cold he was afraid to file charges against the cop, and knowing that the effect on the Hon. Judson has been so great that he won't even stand on a corner to wait for a car now, my two friends, Col. Piker and Capt. Barfly, just simply beat it down that tumultuous thoroughfare down in the city directory as Pierce Place, and never finished their solution of this affinity business as it concerns ‘a gentleman of color. And you know these men well—old “cits.” et Now, speaking about Bob Allen's Cafe de Suds, colored men are cer- tainly making this Mr. White Man rich. They crowd his place every night and spend their money for bad whisky and other wet goods mére or less indifferent. use to ease in there quietly myself, semi-occasionally, but since I’ found that Dr. Davidson is so puritanical he’s against teachers blowing cuffs off of beer glasses in a bar where the judge is a whisky ven- ‘der, Tam almost afraid to go on that side of the street any more. Three of us fellows, “comrads ever since we were boys,” have signed the Mur- phy pledge never again to drink We are high up on the water wagan. and the going is awfully rough. The other evening I was over to a friend’s house, and he sat out a bottle of Ken- nelworth Inn, and I came within an ace of falling off the wagon. » But speaking about Bob Allen’s .Cafe de Suds, I can't figure out why we should make him rich. If we are going to make a liquor dispenser rich, why not pick out one of those kind who are near kin to the denizens of Mole St. Nicholas? When pay day comes around'in the departments, you just can’t get in Allen’s unless you go. through a crowd that would make a bargain day crowd at Kann's look ike peanuts roasted down in Rlood- field when ‘they are electing a déle- gate to a national convention There re always a lot uf hamfattos who ike to save their money to white men who sells them bad firewater Wee ims done cut it out, since Dr David- son complimented Chase on his edi- oral about the feachers’ morals When | heard that Davidson told Chase his editarial was to his liking, [ said to myself, said it_good and strong, said it with a feeling, said it with a long yearning for that teach- ers’ payroll, “me to the acqueduct from this time on.” — 1 guess Dr. Davidson's third epistle 6 the Romans pronunciatum — tha cachers must net run after board members for promotions will give Capt, Oyster a chance to <ell cheese T guess Dr. Davidson’s third epistle te the Romans pronunciatum — that teachers must not run after board members for promotions will give Capt. Oyster a chance to sell cheese and butter now without stopping be- tween each pound weighed to talk with some colored teacher It has just been a measely shame the way they have piled into his butter em- porium to tell him what kind of meat their neighbors were eating, and what kind of a gossiper their neighbor's wife is, and then quietly ease up to the point of talking about a promo- tion. Captain has stood the mass play of these submarine teachers for a long while patiently, and it has been a puzzle to me how’a usually gruff, hit-em-from-the-shoulder man like him could stand it so patiently. I've been down to his butter emporium a few times myself, when I had no business there, but the superintendent has sure put a hint into my brain, and I'll just ride on past Captain's place, when I go to market. Lots of them use to give him a song and dance like this: “Captain, I was just on my way from market, or to mar- ket, and dropped in to pay my re- spects.” Of course the doughty old Captain, who was born before fakir became a plural, knew what was to| come next. Let me tell you, sup- pervisors and teachers, principals and! all, unless you really want to buy a few pounds of Captain’s prime butter, or a few dozen pounds of his roche- ferd cheese, you had just better drop your visits to his emporium down to an average of none per _month, from this weary time on. Captain’ don't need your advice. He's got a pretty full brain cavity of his own. tat The woman folks have begua to get ready to organize their whist clubs for the fall-winter season, My little Mona Lisa has been busy all this week running around getting ready for the first meeting of her club. Last season the women played cards until they almost had mental collapses. It was a good thing for Jim Cobb and JArthur ‘Gray, who are knows a3 of cial trainers, but for some of us poor deluded hubbies it was a regular Stolypin business. Many a time did I get home in the evening and find the “Gone to the Card Club” bung on my front door. Of course I went in and waited until she returned, and then she would hursiedly fix me up a layout left over from last Sunday's dinner If I kicked, why, she never got through talking back, so I just accepted the situation.” If these honeybunches of ours go it as strong this season you will see an ausonce, ment that the married men have or- ganized a poker club to play three times 2 week. And if we play three times a week it’s a rumor against a suspicion that we won't have any money left to pay rent, and that will bring our dear fillies to their senses We will either organize a poker club, or we will place our money on Ollie Glenn, and that will fade it away fast enough to keep our lilies- of-the-valley home. Now I like to see the women enjoy themselves, and T go to the limit for my chocolate ‘bon-bon, but this thing of playing tex times a week, and filling up with gos- sip, about the Beghbors business ain't according to Hoyle with some of us benedicts, even if it is accord- ing to Foster with the hobble skirt brigade. Thems the men’s senti- ‘ments. MR. HARRY H. CALVERT, Manager of the Big Haden Btores, Tenth and F Streets Northwest. Mr. Harry H, Calvert, the genial manager of the Haden Stores, Tenth and F Streets Northwest, is a young man of excellent abihty. Indeed, be must be a man of rare executive abil- ity who is trusted to look after the interest of this great dry goods store, gccupying nearly half a block on F Street, with its hundreds of clerks and other employees. Mr. Calvert, since entering the employment of this dry- goods house, has bent every energy to bring the largest and best class of buyers to it. How well this young man has succeeded one needs only to pay a visit to this mammoth store, and see the hundreds of buyers thronging the counters, where they find better bargains than they can se- cure elsewhere, and at greater rates than is found in any other store of its kind in Washington. The genial manager has made a special effort to see that every colored person is treat- ed as other customers are. All that : Hf P =) ‘atq ae : rs ey axe ee: y eg ‘ a ay a: E “aN visit this store speak of the variorm kindness and the general politencss of all the employces, clerks and oth- ers. From morning Gntil closing time one can see streams of colored people going and coming from this store Mr. Haden made no mistake whee he secured the services of thr young man as manager of his store. Harry H Calvert’ was born i Washington, educated in the public schools of thy city. where he way employed in ene of the city's big dry goods store. this preparmy him for the large and responsible duties that he has heew called to -Since bey hood he Has been a regular attendaat at the Sunday school of the Brookland Methodist: Church. of which be is 4 member. [is genial manner and modest bearing bespeaks for his varly connection with the Sunday ~+ hoot and church. i Christian Endeavor Echo Meeting. An Echo Meeting of the great Na- tional Christian Endeavor, whick met in Atlantic City, was held at the Nineteenth Street. Baptist Church fast Tuesday evening Several ad- dresses were delivered hy the differeat delegates who ‘attended the conven- tion. Their talks were inspiring and helpful Rev. W 1! Brooks, pastor of the church, was master of ceremo- nies. After the meeting refresk- ments were served fret to everybody, and an enjoyable evening was speat SOUTHWEST FOR BRUCE. Dr. R. J. Collins Speaks Oot Dr R J Collins, one of the most highly and respectable citizens in the Boutleest and who voices the senti- ment of the colored people in that section, in speaking to a representa- tive of The Bee Tuesday, stated the people in his section favor the reten- tion of Mr, Bruce. Speaking for him- self, Dr. Collins said that he will be glad when the Judges of the Suprmee Court will appoint people on the Board of Education acceptable to the people He will have more to say later on. Se pen, Wella 7 aan , . oe PIR ME si Soci Ca Revs c= AS Pa ie i e rp ey TS beginning of the heaviest fall trace in the history of their business, This firm has always stood for QUALITY in deugs and medicines, as well as an their famous ice cream soda, and qual- ity always draws the discriminating buyer ‘Miss F. M. Tyson gave a Dutch supper to a few of her friends last week at her residence, 914 S Strect Northwest. It was a most enjoyable even These occasional suppers of Miss Tyson are always events of miuch merriment and pleasure. Mrs. S. Jewel Flurker, of Argyle, Ga, was given a dinner last week by Mr. and Mrs. M. C. Maxtield. Miss Effie M. Middleton has re- turned to the city. Misses Adda and Marion Williams, who spent the summer at Abbeville, S. C,, teturend to this city last week. Miss Virginia Williams returned this week. Mrs. Maud Baxter Chew, who was ee such social attention while in jladelphia, Pa, has returned to the city. 7 Mrs. M. C. Maxfield, -The Bee's special correspondent at the National Baptist Convention that met in Pitts- burg,’ Pa, returned to the city last weeks ' Recorder Henry Lincoln Johnson left the city for Atlanta? Ga, last Saturday. Miss Alice M. Carroll left the city on the 19th inst, for the Princess Anne Academy, Princesss Anne, Md, where she has’ accepted the position of preceptress and teacher of English. She made a short visit to Chester, Del, en route, , -, If you want to sce some of Wash- ington’s best society, take a walk on the boulevard from Seventh to Four- teenth on You. Dr. Minnie Crause is one of the most competent pharmacists in the city. She is at Gray’s. Dr. Morse is the man popular with the people. Watch how he is grow- ing. Don't leave roth and L streets Northwest without visiting Morse’s drug store, se . Charles C. Pleasant_is visiting his aunt, Mrs. Lewis Stewart, in Clarksburg, W. Va. Mr. Percy Johnson was in_Balti- more on Tuesday evening of last week, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Gardner are the guests of Mr. Thaddeus Cope- land, of Druid Hill Avenue, Balti- more, Md. Miss Mary King visited Mrs. Ida Holland, in Baltimpre, Md, last week, Mr Henry Jones returned to this city on Wednesday night of last week, aiter spending an enjoyable stay in Richmond, Va. with friends. Mrs. George Thomas, of Jersey City, is visiting her parents here. Mrs Maggie Gilcrist, of this city, has been visiting relatives and friends in New York and Jersey. City. Prof G_D. Houston visited his par- ents an Cambridge, Mass., this sum- mer é Masse~ Margaret Freeman and Hat- tee B Tear have returned to their home in Philadelphia, after spending a pleasant summer in this city and Alexapdria, Via. . Miss Agnes Queen has returned to this city after an enjoyable trip to Atlantic City, Ocean City and Phila- delphia, Pa. : Mr and Mrs Wright. of Philadel- phia, are visiting relatives and friends in Baltimore and this city. Miss Julia F. Jones, of Philadelphia, Pa. spent the past week in this city. W. R. Griffin, Grand Master of True Reformers, 1s touring the West, and reports a bright future for the Order. : Miss Mary Martin, “of Denver, Colo. is here on a visit. - Miss Irene Middletor has returned to this city after a pleasant vacation of three weeks in Cumberland, Md, with Miss Hazel Banks. -Much so- cial attention was paid her. Dr. J. W. Morse has the gem drug sere in the northwest. Prescriptions carefully compounded by registered elerks. Miss Lottie Nichols has returned to Media, Pa, after a very pleasant visit to this city. Mr John T. Rhines is spending a few days in Atlantic .City with friends. 0 Mr fand Mrs. James L. Lee have returned to their home after a pleas- ant sojourn of two weeks in Harris burg, Pa. ay the house guests of Mr ana Mrs William Price. Mr. Walter Brooks is visiting his sister. Mrs. Flora Williams, in| Me- chanicsburg. Pa. Miss Nelfie McCord. has returned to her home in Pittsburg. Pa.. after spending a pleasant vacation here Mr. Thomas Miller, Jr, a govern- ment employee of this city, has gon to his home in Harrisburg, Pa, to register. Mr. George W. Still is visiting hi sister in Charlotte, N.C, Messrs. Everett Cox and Jack Jor- dan, of Little Rock, Atk, are in the Don't pass Morse’t Drug Store, at Ninetceath and L streets nocthwest. ue te une eee ass. - Mr, Edward Bailey, of Chicago, Ill, ‘is enjoying his vacation here. | Mrs, Oliva Mitchell and Miss The- resa Mitchell, who have been visiting relatives and friends in Savannah, Ga., during the summer, are at home now. . Mrs. Leon Smallwood and children have returned to their home in Oma- ha, Neb., after a pleasant trip: to this city and other Eastern cities. Miss Marie Hawkins and_ mother are spending the week in Philadel- phia, Pa. Mrs. Chas. Madison and daughter, of 3623 Church Street, have arrived from Atlantic City, after a pleasant stay of four weeks. Mrs, Lottie Reeves and daughter, of Atlantic City, are ‘visiting friends in this city. Mrs, Marie Greene, of Buffalo, N. ¥,, 1s visiting her parents on Florida Avenue. . Miss Ella Jones has arrived home from a Northern trip. Mr. and Mrs. Fred Ashton have arrived from Cape May, N. J., and are stopping with their’ sister, Mrs. Jackson, 2422 Seventeenth Street Northwest. , Mr. and Mrs. Baker’s home on New Hampshire Avenue, was the scene of a very pretty wedding last Wednes- day evening, when Mr. James L. Jas- per and Mrs. Gertrude Preston were married by Rev. Gordon. The bride and groom will be at home after Oc- tober 1, 1908 New Hampshire Ave- nue Northwest. Attorney Thomas L, Jones accom- panied his daughter, Miss Georgia, to Brooklyn, N. Y., last Saturday morn- ing, where she has gone to enter school, Attorney Jones will visit several other places before he re- turns. Mr. Robert T. Douglass, who has one jnto business at Fourteenth Street Northwest, {snow prepared to accommodate his friends. Seasons may come and seasons may change, but the crowds go on for- ever at the two drug stores of Board & McGuire, 1912% 14th St. and+oth and You Sts. N. W. Two places where everybody meets everybody else. Rev. A. C, Garner is spending sometime in Texas. Miss Virgie Galloway is the guest of Miss Carlotta Kersey, of 100 West Leigh street, during her stay in Rich- mond, Va. "Much social attention is being’ paid her. . Mrs. Fernelia Steele and’ little daughter are visiting her brother, Mr. Robt. Archer, of N. Eighth Street, Richmond, Var 7 Mr and Mrs Gilbert Seals, of At- Tanta, Ga. are_here on a visit. The Misses Clyde B, and Oteele P. Wilkins, of Griffin, Pa, will enter Howard University’ to complete their Iterary and musical course. Mr, J. K. Arter has returned to his {home in Atlanta, Ga. after a pleasant jstay in_ this city, Baltimore and New York City. Mr W. L. Cody is spneding a few days inf Atlanta, Ga. Miss Luther Fergurson, sister of Mr. Chas, Fergurson, of 1322 S. C. Avenue. Southeast, has returned to her home in Jersey City, after a pleas- ant stay in this city. * Mrs, Wellington Taylor, * daughter of John Simms, one of our oldest citzens. is visiting her old home ‘Mrs Taylor now resides in Harlem, New York, and speaks of that local- ity as a very desirable one’ for resi dents. : Mr John H. Butcher, of the Gov- ernment Bindery, and wife, have been spending their ¥acation in New York City. the past several weeks. They were the. recipients of much social attention from prominent colored cit- izens Mr. Butcher was greatly im- pressed with the many improvements and magnificent’ buildings of | this great financial center, embracing the new St. Phillip’s P. E. Church and its environments, located at Harlem. , The selection of Mr Wm. B. Har- ris, of the Internal Refenue Bureau, as Grand Master of the G. U. O. of O. F., is a well deserved promotion Mr Harris 15 well equipped in every- thing pertaining to this great organi- zation, and will no doubt prove a most acceptable and efficient officer Dr. John W. Morse, of the Gem |Drag “Store, at Nineteenth and" streets northwest, has everything that 2 firat-class druggist possesses. Drop in, The Woman's Guild, of St. Luke's PE. Church, is. arranging for a “Papet Dress Party” early next month, The entertainment‘ will be given at Odd Fellows’ Hall, M Street Northwest. Ample notice will be riven in The Bee, so as to afford its Patrons an opportunity to attend. Nc better nor more enjoyable affairs are faven than those by ‘the Woman’ Guild of St. Luke's parish. The “Hobble Party” last season for «x: ample, was a most “delightful” affair ‘The women of this Guild make every. body feel “at home,” and their efforts ‘demand fihercal ennnncé. copal Church of the Diocese of Mary- land, located in Northeast Washing- ton, under the supervision of Rev. Franklin Bennett, of Calvary Chapel, is now convalescent from an alarmnig attack of pneumonia. George W. Scott, of the War De- partment, is spending his vacation at White Plains, N. Y., the guest of his brother, Mr. Charles Scott, a promi- nent business man. 4 Mr, and Mrs. William Tilghman en- tertained a few of their friends on last Sunday evening. Among those that were present were her two sisters, Mrs. Mary and Josephine Brown, of Upper Marlboro, Md, Mr. and Mrs. Miller, Mr, and Mrs. Benj. Fenton, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Miss Plates, Mr. and Mrs. A. Dent. Mr, R. W. Thompson, of the Na- tional Union, has returned to the city from New York, Dr. Arthur Gray, who was operated ‘on: some time ago_is now himself again. The friends’ of this popular pharmacist were very solicitous about him. Announcements have been issued of the marriage of Mr. Fred D. Morris, a graduate of the class of 1910, of the College of Arts and Sciences of Howard University, to Miss Bessie Smith, the daughter of Mr. arid Mrs. MH. Smith, of Mound Bayou, Miss. Mr. Morris holds a position in the bank of Mound Bayou. Messrs. Walker Clair and W. H. Butcher left the city last Wednesday evening for Syracuse, N.Y. Mr Clair is pursuing a course at Syracuse University. Attorney L. M. King, who has been to New York on professional business has returned to the city. Job work is done by the Triangle Printing Co. 1109 Eye Street North- west, W Calvin Chase, Jr., manager. Mrs. J. L. Paige, of Florida, who attended the National Baptist conven- tion which convened at Pittsburg, Ga, is mm this city for a few days, the guest of Mrs. Tolers, 924 Twenty- fourth Street Northwest. . Mrs. Celia Rector, of Little Rock, Ark., is in the city, the guest of her grandson, John K. Rector, Jr, and her daughter-in-law, Mrs.” Dollie Pinkney Baldwin. % Mrs. Anna V_ Thomas, who has been so ill at her home 1112 Eye Street Northwest, is fast improving, to the gratification of her friends. Mrs. Helen Davis has been quite sick at her home in the Cameron Flats. Misses Cotine Gaines and Colin Rice, of Chicago, Ill, will attend the National Training School at Lincoln Heights. SOUTHERN BELLE’ MARRIED. Miss Moore Becomes the Bride of Mr. Reed. Greensboro, N. C., Sept. 25. One of the most brilliant weddings of the season was consummated Wed- nesday night, the 20th inst. at 8 o'clock, when Miss Inez Emily Moore, of Greensboro, N. C, became _ the bride of Dr, James H. Reed, of Min- neapolis, Minn., in the presence of a large number of friends and relatives at home*and from abroad, ‘The ceremony took place at the res- idence of the bride’s father, Prof. Chas. If. Moore, who for many years was vice-president of the A. & M. College, and director of the academic department, but for the past four years has heen the national organizer of the National Negro Business League. The beautiful bungalow cottage of Prof. Moore was artistically decorat- ed in honor of the event. The parlor, where the ceremony was performed, was made beautiful in a color scheme of white and green. Special music was arranged for the occasion under the direction of Mrs. Anna L. Bullock, instructor of music at Bennett College, this city. Just preceding the entrance of the wedding party, Prof. Chas. Stewart, of the A. & M, College, sang “Nup: tial Vows,” and during the ceremony, after the prayer, “Thou Art as ‘a Flower.” While | Mendelssohn's | Wedding March was being rendered, the wed- ding party entered the parlor in the following order: First came the bridegroom with his best man, Dr, Thomas Watkins; next the bride, leaning on the arm of her father; then the maid of honor, the bride’s sister, Miss Uhlma Moore, and following, little Miss Elizabeth Hines, of Wil- son, N.C, the ring bearer. Standing in front of a bank of ferns, ithe Rev. W. H. Goler, D. D., presi- dent of, Livingstone College, Salis- bury, N. C., who, also married the parents of the bride, united in a most impressive manner the happy couple with the beautiful ring ceremony of the* Methodist Episcopal Church. The bride never looked more beau- tiful than she did that evening as she entered the parlor, leaning upon the arm of her father, gowned in a shimmering crepe de chine with trim- mings of real lace, seed pearls and satin, and wearing a veil of tulle, caught with orange blossoms, and éar- rying a bouquet of bride’s roses. Ver sister Uhlma, the maid of honor, wore a dewdrop net over silver blue messaline, with trimmings of crystal fringe and silver spangles, and. car- tied a bouquet of pink carnations. The youngest sister, Miss Edith, wore a gown of blue silk chiffon over pale blue messaline with trimmings ‘of pink rosebuds. The groom is a native of Lexing- ton, Ky. He obtained his medical ed- ucation in the noted Northwestern University in Chicago, after which he spent eighteen months as interne ‘in Providence Hospital. About two years ago he went to Minneapolis, where he entered upon the regulas Rractice of his profession, The bride was born and reared’ in Greensboro, N. C., edycated in the fa- mous female school, Scotia Seminary, Concord, N. C. For the past four years she has been one of the teach ers in the graded schools of Wilson Nc ‘The large number of beautiful and costly gifts, consisting of silver, cu glass, china, hammered — brags, “ete. tattest in some degree the widespreac [Popularity of bride and groom . The next day the couple left, or their bridal tour, after which they went to their future home, Minneap House Warming. | Mr. and Mrs. Mason Herbert John- son, of 1614 Fifteenth Street North- west, entertained at an old fashion house-warming and reunion of old time friends in an “auld lang syne” style on Sunday, September 17. Mr and Mrs, Johnson received the guests and there was a. general exchange o! Brectings and times recalled that would do a president and his wife honor. Those present were Mr. and Mrs Boisseau, of Alexandria; Mr. _Ray- mond Boisseau, Mr. and Mrs. Grady, of Alexandria; Mr. Andrew. Grady, Jt, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Johason of Alexandria; Sergeant and Mrs Wm. Payne, of Hunters, Va; Mr. and Mrs. Wim, “McKenzie, of District of Columbia; My. and’ Mrs. Charles Malord, Mrs, Arthur Dorsey, Mr, and Mrs. Louis Stanton, Mr. and “Mrs Benj. F. Warrick, Mrs. Fannie Chap- man, Mrs. Mary Tibbs, of Bright- wood; Mr. Wm, F. Evans and Mrs. Mary’ Washington, After partaking of an old fashioned dinner, the guests left with pleasant memories of the day. it Dutch Party. & Miss F. M. Tyson, of 914 T Street Northwest, gave a Dutch Party last Saturday evening to a number of her friends. It was anuenjoyable afar. At 12 o'clock the invited guests were seated and enjoyed the hospitality’ of the hostess Among those present were: Mr, PL. Parker, Dr. J. Cpt- trell, MiSs Ryan, Miss Thomas, Misses Jackson, Miss Williams, af New York, and others | FAIRMOUNT HEIGHTS NEWS. The cornerstone laying at the new M. E. Church took place here last Sunday evening at 3:30 o'clock. Rev. E. S. Williams, D._D) was master of ceremonies. Rev. TI. Thomas, D. D. preached the serinon The other exercises were in charge of Corin- thian Lodge No. 3857, United Order of Odd Fellows.” Among some of those present were Rev. Dr. W. W. Clair, Rev. G. A Davis, Rev. Re F- Coates, Rev W. S. Jackson: also the following: Wm. 1. Houston, _,ex- Grand Master; W.B. Harris, ' Dist. Grand Master; H. P. Slaughter, editor of the Odd Fellows’ Journal; Srhl. W. Watson, secretary, Hall Assocration: W. H. Nailor, “ex-Grand Director, Hall Association, David .\. Clark, ex- Grand Director, S. C. M., and others too numerous to mention. The sermon and all the addresses were instructive and inspiring. @ All the exerctyes, the attendance and the collection were grand. The subjéct of union is the subject of the day. All sections of Pair- mount Heights are looking forward to the result of Wednesday might, September 27, at which time all Citi- zens have pledged to bury the hatchet as it were; come together as breth- ren, and form one strong. citizens’ association. Should such proposi- tion succeed, much credit will be given to the-most conservative ele- ment of both sides. Should the prop- osition fail the readers of The Bee will be given the reason and the names of those who failed to agree. With union, good long term schools, well worked streets, electric lights, and police protection will be within our reach. A conference of the so-called pro- gressives was called and a meeting was held at the home of one. of their members . Monday night, September 25. The Fairmount Heights Citizens Association held a lively meeting on the 26th. WEST WASHINGTON NEWS. The Junior choir, of Mt, Zion M. E. Church, 29th Street, will ‘render a special sorfg service Sunday after- noom, October 1, at 4:30. The choir will be assisted by Mr. Felis Weir. violinist: Miss Mamie Simmons, so: prano soloist, and Mr. George E. Battles, tenor soloist, at which time a rare ‘musical treat is promised. silver offering is the admission. Mr. J. T. Beason, director, Mr. Louis N Brown, organist, Rev. D. W. Hayes, pastor ‘A grand Poverty Party, by Circle B. of the First Baptist Church. on Friday evening, September 22\-was a financial success. Quite a number of those present were dressed in poverty attire Misses Margaret Matthews and Dora Robson were awarded prizes for being the most shabbily dressed of the group. Among them was one old ragged man, supposed to be the pastor of the church, which created much amusement in the party Refreshments were served by the Poverty Committee. The annual Old Folks’ day of the members of Mt. Zion M. E. Church was appropriately observed Sunday, September 23, and very interesting services were had during the day at 11 o'clock. Rev. Robt. A. Hart preached the sermon at 3 P. M. Love Feast_and sermon to the, clesses.at 7:30 P. M_ by the pastor, Rev DW Hayes. The Ladies’ Aid Society served a dinner to the old folks, which was greatly enjoyed. Some who were present were over 90 years of age, and gave some very startling reminiscen- ces of their Christian lives during slavery days. : The funeral of Mr. George Epps, whose death occurred last Thursday, took place Saturday afternoon from Mt. Zion M.E. Church, and was largely attended by his friendsrand as- sociates. He was the adopted son of Mr. and Mrs. James Washington. Many floral offerings were presented Interment, Mt, Zion cemetery. . Death of ‘Noah Price. Thé funeral of Mr Noah Price. who died last Saturday at his residence, 24th Street Northwest, took place Tuesday afternoon from Union Wes- ley A. M. E. Z. Church, and was largely attended. He was a class leader of the above-named church and a prominent member of the Odd [Fellows and. Masonic fraternities who were in attendance as follows: Widow and Son Lodge, F. A. A. M. and Henderson Commandery, ,Unior Light Lodge 1963, G. U. O. of 9. F | Bast Grand_ “Master, “Council 44 Georgetown Patriarch, No. 42, and the Kastle Park For Sale the residence of the old Kastle Estate which is located on a tract of thirteen acres of land, on an eminence which affords one of the finest views to be had in the District, overlooking a large expansive territory, and is always dry, which makes it healthy both in the Win- ter and Summer. This building, which cost between seven and eight thousand dollars, is a large, handsome bungalow, sixty feet square, sad has every city convenience, bath, electric lights, and heated by a large furnace in the basement, which extends under the whole structure. The hall is sixty feet long and about fifteen feet wide, while the rooms ‘on the East side are twenty feet square, with bath room between fifteen wide by twenty long, and the front room on the West side is also twenty feet square, but the remaining rooms and kitchen are not so large. There are also two nice rooms in the attic, The verandas on the North and East sides of the house are about twelve feet wide, and extend the whole length of the buildin, with wire screens for Sum- mer use. THIS IS WITHOUT DOUBT A MOST ATTRACTIVE AND BEAUTIFUL HOME, AND COULD BE USED FOR A SCHOOL, HOSPITAL OR SANATORIUM, AND THE GROUND WHICH GOES WITH IT CONTAINS 27,722.35 SQUARE FEET, OR AS MUCH MORE AS IS DESIRED, WITH A YOUNG APPLE OR PEACH ORCHARD, AN ABUNDANCE OF GRAPES AND PEARS, AND A SPLENDID GARDEN, AND IS ONLY SOME THREE OR FOUR MINUTES’ WALK FROM STREET CAR LINE. * Bs Price of this very valuable property is $6,500. Building lots adjoining this property may be purchased at low prices and on easy terms. i . Address or apply to : ‘ 3 CHAS. H, JERMAN, Aces. wie oe 2 { . ae ror G Street N. W. THE WESTERN- CAFE a, = Mas. Assie Musvertys, Proprietress "| MEALS. AT ALL HOURS. STRICTLY FIRST-CLASS nee ee Se Game IN, Season, Cooxen to Orper . —o--DON'T FORGET THE NUMBER—-o— - 1 2200 Georgia Avenue NW. ee _, ANNIE MUNNERLYY, Proprietress ; Odd Fellows’ Veteran Association, each of which read eulogies in mem- ory of the deceased., The sermon was delivered by Rev."G. M. Oliver, the pastor of the church, who spoke very fervently of the ‘life and char- acter of Mr. Price, as a member and official of his church, anu using his last words just befor his death “Come, just look and see me go up to the Master.” making a very cloquent dis- cqurse. The following ministers as- sisted in the services: Revs. E. E. Ricks, Wm. H. Brooks, Wm. J. How- ard, W. J. Beck, P. Knox Fonville, Rev. Toveller and Rev. Corrothers. Many floral offerings were presented. Interment, Harmony cemetery. ATTORNEY JONES. Attorney Thomas L. Jones, who left the city last_ week with his daughter, Miss ‘Georgia, to enter her in the Pratt's Institute at Brooklyn, N. Y., returned to the city this week. While in New York Mr. Jones was given several social functions by his’ old fmend Editor Rosco Simmons and others. He also visited many places of interest before he left the metrop- ols, where he is so well known. Mise Georgia is a graduate of the M Street High School. NEW YORK NOTES. New York, Sept.: 20. Collector and Mrs. Charles W._An- derson were the guests of Hon. Tim- othy [.. Woodruff, President of the Nassau Aviation Corporation, at the opening of the International Aviation ‘meet at the Acrodrome of the Aero Club of New York, fast Saturday. Among “Mr. Woodruff's other suests were General and Mrs. Frederick D. Grant, Lieutenant Governor and Mrs. M_ Lynn Bruce. the Chinese Admiral. Mr and Mrs. Paul D. Cravath, City Comptroller and Mrs Prendergast, William Travers Jerome and An- thony J. Drexel. During the flights luncheon was served on the lawn in front of hanger row. A merry war has been raging for the past two months in the ranks of the United Colored Democracy, be- tween the forces of Edward E.’ Lee and those of Robert N. Woods. Chief Lee’s men are under the able command of John J. Bell, while As- sistant Corporation Counsel James D. Carr is directing the operations for the Woods followers. Last week a meeting was held to determine the control of the Executive Committee, which, after two hours of fierce war- ring necessitated a call for the po- lice Shortly after the arrival of the officers the meeting was adjourn- ed by Chairman Langston, with both sides claiming the victory. There are twenty-three members of the Execu- tive Committee, and, according to the roll made up by Mr. Lee; his friends controlled thirteen of them as against ten for Woods. The rall prepared by. Mr. Woods, however, gave him thirteen votes to ten for the Chief. Such was the status of the fight when the primaries were held last Thursday night, which resulted in another claim of victory for both sides, as each fac- tion appointed different primary offi- cers from the other, and held its pri- marigs in different" polling places. Several brain experts have been en- gaged to attend leader Charles Mur- phy while at work on the reports of his belligerent colored allies Mr. and Mrs. James L. Curtis gave an “at home” for Prof. and Mrs. Haynes last Sunday evening. prior to their departure for Fiske University, to take up their work at that institu- tion. ’ The bill creating’ a colored regi. ment in the National Guard of this State was passed by the Legislature, but recalled from the Governor by its author, Assemblyman Cuvillier, for amendment, It now turns out that the Governor refuses to permit the Passage of any measure at this new session of the Legislature, save the City. Charter, the Congressional ap- portionment and the Direct Primary law. This leaves the soldiers’ bill in the waste paper basket. It is an- other case (Democratic) of keeping the promise to the ear and breaking it to the heart. “ During this month at least five au- tomobile colored touring parties, have passed through this city, one having come from St. Augustine, Fla. Major R. R. Wright was not wrong when he decided “We's risin.” New Yorkers are now anxiously awaiting the arri- val of a colored visitor in an aero- plane. Rey. Hutchens C. Bishop and his son Shelton, returned last Thursday from their European trip, after visit- ing the principal cities of England, Scotland, France, Germany and Italy. sMrs. Philip A. Payton, Jr. who re cently underwent an operation for ap- pendicitis, is recovering satisfactorily and “will ‘soon leave the hospital fe her home. * Miss Corinne Thomas, daughter or the well-known undertaker, left last jweek fo Oberlin. O., to ‘enter the college there. Detective Sergeant Allen, of Minne- pais, took flight for hore Sunday night to re-enter on his duties as the colored Sherlock Holmes in the chief ae of the Insurgents. Christian Endeavor, Principal E. C. Williams, of the M Street High School, has consented to speak at the meeting of the Chtistian Endeavor Sucicty of the Fifteenth Street Presbyterian Church on Sunday afternoon at 3 o'cluck. This is the first meeting of the society after its summer recess, ‘The speaker for the afternoon is not only well known and popular in school circles, but 15 also well knowm in various religious societies, where he has conducted Bible classes. His talk, therefore, ix sure to prove of interest.and value to the audience. Mrs, M. Penn-Heath and her corps of officers have arranged a program which inaludes several musical num- bers The meetings are open to, the public, and attendance is earnestly so- licited, MARTIN’S CARE One of the most up-to-date Cafe's in this city is Martin's, rth and U Streets, Northwest. Mr. Martin has one of the most energetic and polite managers that can be found any- where, in the person of Mr. T. Ed- ward Hill He is a polite and ac- lommodating manager, who has ad- ded greatly to the popularity of this excellent cafe. Hill, as manager, stated to a Bee representative Mon- day, that Mr. Martin is able to serve any reception. no matter how large it is. The ‘Bee congratulates the Northwest Cafe in having such 2 manager as Mil Hill. Tf you want a good dinner, con- sult Mr. Hill, + Tf you want a fitst-class lunch con- sult Manager Hill. Tf you want a Boke party, ball or reception served, consplt Manager Hil, of Martin’s Cafe. 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Now we are married, and have been for near three years. He is so nice and kind to me. I told him a few months ago of this advice, and he would not agree with me until he lost his job, and he then made up his mind, and do you know that my husband has one of the best jobs of his life by consulting her. No matter what you want to do or know, let her hear from you, and I vow you will never regret it. I can not help believing that she is sent of God to do just what she is doing, and you never hear of a thing ugly that she has done. I visited her during the K. of P. Supreme Lodge, and I never met a nicer lady. I am a Christian and a leader in a good many church clubs. We chatted a good deal of such things. I find her very entertaining. I am, as ever, her friend. MRS. POSIE T. M., Washington, D. C. To Whom It May Concern: I have always been one of those that did not give any thought of this until about four years ago I had a great trouble and it cost me almost every dime I had, and my mother asked me one day to tell some of this trouble to this woman that we read so much about in our papers. Mother says, "I feel that she can help you." I had to laugh with tears in my eyes for I was in jail; then finally I said, "Suit yourself; anything now, so I come clear and get out of here." She let this woman hear from her and about me. We never can forget what this woman said in reply. She said in substance: "If you will pray and trust God, I will do the erest." And bless her today and forever, I was called to trial, and every witness that could be found spoke in my behalf and those who did not could not be found. I was returned to jail twice and then set free. Do you blame me for saying she is a power unknown, to help those who seek her aid? I am now doing business for myself and making good. Every month I send her twenty dollars. I have done this for four months, and shall always divide my last dime with her. I am her friend at all times. Thousands are flocking to see this wonderful lady daily. Her powerful consultation when heeded has sent sunshine to the homes of all who called. Don't put off, but call at once, if you wish to enjoy future happiness. Don't delay. Highly indorsed by all the press, teachers, preachers, lawyers and doctors, and come well recommended by four of the leading lodges the S. M. T., United Order of True Reformers, also the Calanthan Court. The church society of her home known by the name of United Sisters of Charity of the Missionary Church, and loved by all. God has endowed her with an unspeakable blessing to and humanity. She deals in nothing to be ashamed of She wants to hear from all that are in trouble or distress. Address MADAM McNAIRDEE, 1109 N. Senate Avenue, INDIANAPOLIS, IND. Positively no attention paid to letters without one dollar enclosed A CUP OF TEA. It Plays a Curious and Important Part In Chinese Business Etiquette. When a salesman or person seeking a business interview presents his card at the entrance to a Chinese merchant's place of business the possibility of an audience depends altogether upon how he deports himself while awaiting the return of the card bearer. Should he be so indiscreet as to put one foot over the twelve inch ralling that intervenes between the step and the doorway no manner of persuasion can prevail upon the merchant to grant him an interview. In case he waits patiently in the space allotted to unknown callers this fact is noted, and he is usually ushered in. Once in, there is still a more delicate matter to be disposed of, and in case the newcomer is ignorant of the custom he fares ill with his errand. Immediately upon the caller's entering and taking a seat a servant brings a serving of tea, which includes a small cup for each person present. The point of etiquette demands that this tea shall not be touched until the guest is ready to depart, in case the interview has been a pleasant one, in which case the caller is supposed to take up and drink his tea at parting, and at this signal all the others do likewise. However, should it so happen that the Chinaman is not pleased with his caller and is in any way annoyed by him the merchant takes up the tea and begins to drink at once, which act is a direct and decided hint that the interview is ended and has not been to the pleasure of the merchant. The caller is then expected to take his immediate departure. When a caller has become well acquainted some of the formality is broken by the Chinese, and on a cold day a cup of tea is served immediately to the guest in a social way. But the "formal" tea is still to be observed and partaken of at parting, irrespective of the cup given to warm and greet the caller on his arrival. This, however, is done only after many visits, when the business dealings have been of such a nature as to warrant friendship and hospitality.—Youth's Companion. FRENCH FISH STORY. Three Days' Carnival of Marpignon's Intrepid Anglers. Though their lakes and ponds are few and their rivers comparatively destitute of fish, the French people are extremely fond of angling. Indeed, nervous and excitable as the average Frenchman may be, he is content to sit by a stream with a pole and wait all day for a bite. In a certain country town not far from Paris there existed a fishing club named the Intrepid Fishers of Marpignon. A pretty stream goes through Marpignon, but for many years not one fish had been seen in this stream, from which circumstance, it followed, the Intrepid Fishers had little to do, says Harper's Weekly. The excitement may be imagined, therefore, when the word ran through Marpignon that a large barbel—a tough and gamy fish—had been seen in the stream. The Intrepid Fishers turned out and, having ascertained that there was indeed a barbel in the stream, immediately stopped the water some little distance above and below him with gratings so that he could not get away. Then they ranged themselves joyfully along the stream with hook and line, and all went to fishing for the one fish. By and by one Intrepid Fisher caught him and immediately threw him back into the water. In the course of time another caught him and did the same. For three days one veracious account has it the Intrepid Fishers kept at work catching this one barbel, and at the end of that time the fish died of exhaustion and loss of blood. Then the Intrepid Fishers counted up the notches that they had made on their fish poles, and the man who had caught the barbel the most times was declared the champion fisherman of Marpignon and received great honors. Fishskin Tartars. The skin of the fish does not suggest itself as a suitable material for the making of clothes, yet it is used for this purpose by a tribe of Tartars in Manchuria. They inhabit the banks of the Peony river and live by fishing and hunting. During the past 100 years they have become nearly extinct owing to the invasion of their domain by agricultural Chinese. They are known as Fishskin Tartars. The fish they use is the tamara, a species of salmon. Both the flesh and the skin of the fish are supposed to possess wonderful heat giving properties.—Chicago Journal. A Burning Answer "An abstract noun is the name of something of which we can think, but which we cannot touch," said a teacher to a pupil. "Give me an example." $ \angle $ redhot poker, srl!"-London Tit-Bits. Sure to Get It. "There is one kind of game that no one has to carry a gun to hit when he is hunting it." "What game is that?" "Trouble."—Baltimore American. An Enjoyable Occasion. "Was your chafing dish party a success?" "Great. We spoiled all the food early in the evening and then went to a regular restaurant."—Exchange. THE HESSIANS. They Were Good Soldiers, Sent Here Against Their Will, and Some Became Good Americans. There is a popular belief among some people that the Hessian mercenaries brought here by the British government to fight the Americans remained here after the war was over and that their descendants constitute a considerable element of the Pennsylvania Germans of today. Comparatively few remained here after the war, because the British government was under contract to return such as escaped the casualties of the war after it was over. The few that remained made good citizens, as they made the very best soldiers against the Americans, and whenever it was practical to do so they were put in the most responsible places by the British commanders. The intense hatred at one time against the so called Hessian soldiers, some of which still lingers with the present generation, is very unjust, because they did not volunteer to fight against the Americans, but they were forced into the British service by the impecunious German princes who sold them to the British like so many slaves. The Hessian soldiers would sometimes take a notion to desert, and they invariably found refuge among some of the German colonists. A considerable number of them were left behind from time to time on marches, on account of sickness or wounds. These always found a ready welcome among German settlers; few of them ever found the way back to their native land.—"Pennsylvania Germans," by William Beldelman. LIBERTY BELL Its Connection With the Declaration of Independence. The famous Liberty bell was cast in London in 1752, brought to America and subsequently recast in Philadelphia. It bears the inscription, "Proclaim Liberty Throughout the World and to All the Inhabitants Thereof." It was cracked while being tolled after the death of Chief Justice John Marshall in 1835. It is kept on exhibition in Independence hall, Philadelphia. It has had a fictitious importance owing to the popular belief that its ringing proclaimed the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. Concerning this belief, however, Friedenwald in his "Declaration of Independence" (1904) says: "There is no shadow of authority even for associating the ringing of the bell with the announcement of the agreement upon independence. The mythical legend of the blue eyed boy waiting outside the door to give the signal to the man in the bell tower is the product of the fertile imagination of one of Philadelphia's early romancers, George Lippard, who first gave currency to it in his appropriately called 'Legends of the Revolution.' This book was published in 1847."—New York American. His Experience "Jasper," said Mrs. Grigson, who was looking over the morning paper, "here's a story of a woman who was robbed on a street car in broad daylight, and yet the thief got away unsuspected." Mr. Grigson said that he had seen the item, but that it was either a typographical error or else the story was pure invention. "Why do you say that?" asked his wife. "Look at the item again. It says her purse contained $100 in currency, does it not?" "Yes." "It says there was also a receipted bill for a five dollar hat, does it not?" "Yes." "Well, no woman with $100 in cash in her possession would buy a five dollar hat."-Youth's Companion. His Critic. "The greatest compliment that I ever received," says Ople Read, "was a criticism. Several years ago I went to Arkansas and visited the scene where one of my stories is laid. The landlord of the little hotel said to me: "Here comes a little old fellow to whom I loaned a copy of your book. He can't read, but his wife reads to him. Let's see what he says about the book. "Hello, Jason, did your wife read that book to you?" "Mawlnn, sah. Yes, she done read it to me." "Well, what do you think of it?" "Huh? That ain't no book at all. I done lived hear fo' fo'ty yeahs an' I done hearn folks talk that a-way all th' time."—Cinchnati Inquirer. Love and the Laundry. "The only thing I find to say against you is that your washing bill is far too extrayagent. Last week you had six blouses in the wash. Why, Jane, my own daughter never sends more than two." "Ah, that may be, mum," replied Jane, "but I 'ave to! Your daughter's sweetheart is a bank clerk, while my young man is a chimney sweep. It makes a difference, mum."—London Tit-Bits. Cleaned Them: Out First Girl—Was your bazaar a great success? Second Girl—I should think so. All the gentlemen had to walk home. They hadn't even a penny in their pockets to pay their tram fares.—London Tit-Bits. The Happy Medium Squire's Daughter—By the way, do you spell your name with a large or a small N. Mrs. McNabe? Villager-Oh, middNn' large, miss.-London M. A. P AN IDOL IN COURT. Made to Serve the Ends of Justice In a Case In Japan. THE RUSE OF A WISE MAYOR. This Solomon-like Official, to Whom an Innocent Man Accused of Theft Appealed, Devised a Simple Scheme That Disclosed the Real Culprits. One day a servant employed by the proprietor of a big store near Japan bridge, in Yeddo, was sent with a heavy pack of valuable cotton goods on his back to a dyer in Honjo district. When the store's messenger reached Yokogawa street he was ready to seek rest. What more safe than the little grove of trees set about the stone statue of the god Jizo, the patron saint of travelers and defenseless woman and children. The somnolent porter awoke from a nap to find that his employer's cotton had disappeared. In great distress he went to the storekeeper and confessed that he had slept and that a robber had made off with the goods during his slumber. The master would not believe his story, saying that it would have been impossible for a robber to make off with so large a bundle in broad daylight. Unless the porter should pay for the lost goods he would have to go to prison, said the master. In despair the porter took counsel of Mayor O-oka. "You are certainly to blame for having fallen asleep," reproved the mayor, "but Jizo is equally to blame, for he is a god bound to protect every one who trusts in him, and in this instance he has betrayed you. I will have him arrested and brought before me for trial." Ooka gave immediate orders to his court officers to go and arrest the Jizo of Yokogawa street and bring him before the mayor's seat for trial. Three of the officers departed on their mission. They first bound the arms of the stone god with colls of rope; then they tried to lift him from his firm pedestal into a cart. A great crowd assembled before the Jizo, attracted by the unusual behavior of the court officers. When they were told that Jizo had to go before the mayor for trial the citizens marveled. The task of unseating the god was too much for the three court officers, and they sought aid of those standing about. They promised that in return for assistance they would admit all volunteer workers into the courtroom to witness the extraordinary trial. Hundreds were spurred by curiosity to lend a hand, and when the stone god went through the streets strapped to a cart like an offender the crowd grew. It filled the great hall of justice when Jizo was placed before the platform upon which sat the mayor O-oka addressed the god in stern words "You are a negligent fool, O Jizo!" he exclaimed in a voice loud enough for all to hear. "You are supposed to protect every one who believes in you and who renders tribute, yet this trusting porter here made a prayer to you, then fell asleep at your feet, and he was robbed while he slept. You stand accused of being an accomplice in this robbery. Have you anything to say for yourself before I pass sentence?" Mayor O-oka waited for a few moments as if expecting the stony lips of Jizo to open in reply, but when no answer was made by the god he passed sentence immediately. "Since you do not defend yourself I consider that you are guilty," said his honor, "and I shalt imprison you." At this remarkable spectacle of a mayor passing sentence upon a stone god there was a titter of laughter. O-oka thundered in a voice of brass. "Who are all these people standing about here?" he inquired of his court officers. "Are they accomplices of Jizo or only plain thieves? They think this court is a penny show, and they laugh at the court's orders. Shut all the gates at once." The scared attendants hastened to shut the gates of the courtroom. Then Mayor O-oka adjudged every man in the great crowd in contempt of court and fined each of them one tan (a kilo-mono length) of cotton cloth. The hundreds thus suddenly found in contempt were happy that their punishment had been so light at least, and under bonds they hurried to their homes to bring back the cloth fine. Before the day was done 700 pieces of cotton cloth had been presented before the mayor's court, the name of each culprit being set down upon the one tan of cotton cloth which he presented. Before he would allow the 700 to go, however, O-oka retired with the porter who had been robbed to an inner chamber, and he asked the porter to look over the 700 pieces of cotton cloth and see if he could identify any of them as having been once in the pack he had carried. Since every manufacturer of cotton cloth in Yeddo always marked the selvage of each strip with a little red trademark stamp the porter searched the edges of the many strips of cloth for a stamp similar to that borne on the cloth of which he had been robbed. He found that two of the pieces of cloth brought to pay the mayor's fine bore the stamp of his plundered pack. Instantly Mayor O-oka gave orders for the arrest of the two men who had brought this cloth. They confessed to the robbery, and all of the cloth they had taken from the sleeping porter's pack was restored to him.—Japan Magazine. James H Winslow ALL WORK FIRST CLASS: TERMS MOST REASONABLE TWELFTH AND R STREETS, N. W. James H. Dabney FUNERAL DIRECTOR. 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Only when there is no hope of escape will an army fight with that spirit of desperation which gives no quarter. Many a great general in his march on the enemy has burned his bridges behind him, cut off his only possible retreat, for the bracing, encouraging effect upon himself and his army, because he knew that men only call out their greatest reserves of power when all retreat is cut off and when fighting desperately for that which they count dearer than life. We are so made that agony as there is a chance to retreat, as long as there are bridges behind us, we are tempted to turn back when the great test comes. "Will you hold this fort?" asked General Rosecrans of General Pierce at Stone river. "I will try, general." "Will you hold this fort?" "I will die in the attempt." "That won't do. Look me in the eye, sir, and tell me if you will hold this position." "I will" said General Pierce, and he did. The Cow Decided A peasant living in the village of Predeal, near the Hungarian frontier, lost his cow. About two months ago he happened to be standing at the railroad station watching a train load of cattle about to be sent across the frontier. Suddenly he gave a about. "That's my cow!" he cried, running toward one of the cars. The trainmen only laughed at him, and he went before the magistrate. This good man listened to the peasant's story patiently. Then he pronounced this judgment: "The cow shall be taken to the public square of Predeal and milked. Then if it goes of its own accord to the plaintiff's stable it shall belong to him." The order of the court was carried out, and the cow, in spite of its ten months' absence, took without hesitation the lane which led it a few minutes later into the peasant's stable—Chicago News. Printing. And the Error That Has Persisted in Appearing in Bret Harte's Famous Poem. Every one who knows American poetry is familiar with Bret Harte's "Heathen Chinee," written in the early seventies at the time when the feeling on the Pacific coast ran high against the mild eyed Celestial and voicing that feeling by portraying the hero, if such a term may be applied to Ah Sin, as a crafty card cheating villain who outwits the sharps of the California mining camps. It is not generally known, however, that the poem is unique in that it contains an error which the author failed to detect when reading the galley proofs and which survived and still survives all attempts at correction. Perhaps it is the only instance in literature where a grossly patent error in the copy reading of an afterward famous article, whether prose or poem, has persisted through numerous editions despite all efforts of author and editor to kill it. The poem was written while Bret Harte was employed on a San Francisco daily and, to him, was merely a part of the day's work. It tells of a Chinee, Ah Sin, who, "with a smile that was childlike and bland," sat in a game of euchre with Truthful James and Bill Nye. At a crucial point of the game the artless Chinese plays the winning card, "which," says Truthful James, the narrator of the catastrophe, "the same Nye had dealt unto me! Whereupon Truthful and Nye proceed to "ge for that heathen Chinee." The damaging evidence disclosed by their rough and searching investigation is told as follows in the poem as it was printed—and has been printed ever since the initial publication: In his sleeves, which were long, there were twenty-four packs. Which is coming it strong, yet I state but the facts In this form the busy Bret Harte let the proofs go down to the printer, and it was not until some time later that he recalled having overlooked an error in it. He hurried down to the press, but already several hundred copies had been struck off and were being distributed about the city to the morning subscribers. Bret Harte, attaching no importance to the fugitive verses, which had merely oozed from his pen the afternoon previous, made no effort at correction then. When, however, the eastern press enthusiastically copied it and publishers and illustrators rang all manner of comic changes in it he tried to substitute the correct phrase, but without avail, and "The Heathen Chinee" has persisted in its original form through numberless editions ever since. What Bret Harte wrote was: In his sleeves, which were long, he had twenty-four jacks. Now, in the game of euchre, as all card players know, the jacks are of great value, and the stuffing of numberless jacks up his flowing sleeves, as the poet intended to sling, showed great astuteness on the part of Ah Sin. The uncorrected error of the compositor who set up "packs" instead of "jacks," still left enough of sense to pass muster when embodied between the contexts. The poet, after years of fruitless endeavor, finally gave up all hope and resigned himself to the butchered reading.—New York Times. Mule Riding In Portugal In odd contrast to the modern rush and honk of the automobile and the clang of the trolley cars are the saloos or small farmers of Portugal, who, ride nonchalantly through the twentth century hubbub on the back—the extreme back—of small, patient eyed mules. Though the country has progressed and the farmers are progressing toward prosperity, they have consistently refused to move farther forward on the mule's back in Portugal than the last fifth of his anatomy. Perhaps the custom arose from the time when the mule carried a large load just before the rider and the habit has not been broken—Christian Herald. The Mystic Seven. The Rossel islanders in New Guinea hold the number 7 in great awe. A native policeman when asked what the numerals in the local dialect were "gave them readily enough, but hesitated at the number 7. You might not always say that number, he explained—sometimes it brought on thunderstorms if you did. And you must never say it at all when you went to Adele Island to get cocoanuts or fish, because the most frightful results would undoubtedly follow." Miss Grimshaw vouches for the superstition in her book on "The New New Guinea." The late Prince Francis of Teck was known in royal circles as The O'Teck. The story goes that when Prince Francis was making his arrangements for hunting in Ireland he wrote to a forage dealer in County Meath with reference to the necessary supplies for his stud. The man was greatly puzzled by the signature and at length, after anxious consideration, addressed his reply to Francis O'Teck. Esquire.-London Graphic. "He's a military looking young chap." "Ought to be He's a veteran of nine wars." A Time When Prisoner's Counsel Was Not Allowed to Address the Jury. It seems hardly credible that less than a century ago counsel were not allowed to address a jury in defense of a prisoner. Sydney Smith first preached against this cruel law. He pointed out that, while in any court where property was concerned counsel was heard on both sides, in a court where human life was trembling in the balance only the prosecuting counsel was heard, and it was unfair to match a prisoner, unaccustomed to marshal facts and unable to speak, against skilled counsel, whose sole purpose for its own reputation was to win a case. Sydney Smith's eloquent words led to the passing of the prisoner's defense act, 1820, which altered the practice. Another unjust practice which was peculiar to the Old Bailey was that when an accused person was acquitted he was obliged to pay the fees of Newgate or go back for want of money. So many unfortunate prisoners died in Newgate through this that Alderman Brown, lord mayor in 1733, caused an order of the court to be made that when any accused persons were acquitted by their country they should instantly be discharged in court without paying any fees whatsoever, an order which has been strictly adhered to ever since. Of the challenging of jurors one remembers a tale from Ireland. The prisoner was hard to satisfy, and jurman after juryman was asked to leave the box. However, all things come to an end, even in Ireland, and at last the swearing of the jury was completed. And then the prisoner leaned over the dock and sought the ear of his solicitor. "The jury's all right now, I think," he whispered, "but ye must challenge the judge. I've been convicted under him sliviral times already, and maybe he's beginnin' to have a prejudice."—London Chronicle. OPEN AIR EXERCISE Always a factor in the Building Up of a Man. An athlete is like an aeronaut-safe enough while going, but in danger the moment he stops, especially if he stops suddenly. If the first great danger of athletics for the professional or business man, the brain worker and man of sedentary habits generally is not getting enough of them the second is like unto it-stopping them too soon. No little of the bad after effects so frequently ascribed to athletics in college and school life is really due to their sudden discontinuity after graduation. The building of man is never finished until he is dead. His life is all in one piece, and what is good for him at one stage of his existence is, mutatis mutandis, good for him in all. While man's mere stature and gross weight and even "horsepower" may have attained their maximum by twenty-two or twenty-three, the efficiency of both his mind and body for his particular life work ought to and under most circumstances does go on steadily increasing until he is fifty, fifty-five and even sixty years of age. And the same health giving agency—exercise in the open air—which has been the very life secret of his structural growth and development is equally indispensable to his further functional development and growth in efficiency. We not merely limit our growth, but actually shorten our lives, by taking it for granted that we have reached our limit at a certain age or stage and may therefore drop the means of further progress—play in the open air. When we stop playing we stop growing.—Dr. Woods Hutchinson in Outing. His Mark. Edmond Rostand, the famous French playwright, was once the hero of an amusing episode. During a visit to a friend in the country M. Rostand was requested to accompany him to a matrie in order to register the friend's newborn infant. The adjunct of the matrie, a conscientious little man, booked the infant and then turned to M. Rostand as the first witness. "Your name, sir?" "Edmond Rostand." "Your vocation?" "Man of letters and member of the French academy." "Very well," replied the official; "you have to sign your name. Can you write? If not you may make a cross." The Illusion. "So you are going to get married, eh?" "Yes, the longing for a little home where I can put my feet against the wall, brace my chair back and smoke my pipe in comfort got to be too much for me." "That's a beautiful dream!" "Isn't it?" "So beautiful that it will be a shame for you to get married and spoil it."—Atlanta Constitution. Her Auto Duster Mrs. Kean wasn't exactly satisfied with her new maid. "Don't you ever use your duster, Pauline?" she sternly inquired. "Oh, yea, she'ma'," replied Pauline absently; "I always use it when my chauffeur beau takes me riding!"—Clinchnati Enquirer. Proof of Her Ability The One-I can't understand why you imagine she has wonderful conversational powers, when, as a matter of fact, she talks extremely little. The Other-That's just it. She shows remarkable discretion in the selection of things to be left unsaid.-Chicago News. GREAT SALT LAKE. Puzzling Aspects of Utah's Wonderful Saline Sea. ONE OF NATURE'S MYSTERIES Science Unable to Solve the Problem of Its Escaping Waters and Diminishing Area—The Maelstrom Near Antelope Island. The Great Salt lake of Utah continues to be one, of the greatest mysteries of nature. For sixty years its rise and fall have been studied by scientists in an effort to account for the changes, but as yet they have reached no satisfactory solution of the problem as to what is the principal cause of the decrease in its depth. Those familiar with its depth and the shrinking in its size each year assert that at the end of twenty years or so the bed of the lake will be nearly all exposed, with the possible exception of a few shallow pools of water. Then perhaps the mystery connected with it will be solved. In its dimensions the lake is really a sea, it being above seventy-five miles in length and fifty miles across at its greatest width, containing, therefore, over 2,000 square miles of surface. Near the shores the water is so shallow that there are places where one may wade out from the beach for a distance of a mile, yet will not be immersed up to his shoulders. The buoyancy of the water is such that it is almost impossible for one to remain on his feet at a greater depth, his body being lifted up as a strip of wood thrown into the water in a vertical or oblique direction like a dart is returned to the surface in a horizontal position. Indeed, it is believed the Great Salt lake will support more weight to a given volume of water than even the Dead sea, to which in many respects it bears a striking similarity. The large quantity of salt in solution is the principal reason for the buoyancy. As the lake recedes its bottom is shown to be composed of a heavy crust of salt, which is almost pure, lying upon a stratum that consists chiefly of sand. In this respect the bed of the lake is similar to some of the deserts in the southwest which once contained bodies of water equal in size to that in Utah or even larger. It is known that the Great Salt lake loses a large quantity of water yearly by evaporation, but estimates of this quantity indicate that it is far less than that annually poured into the lake from the rivers and creeks entering it. So far as is known no natural outlet exists, but the lake supplies an irrigating system in the country adjacent that requires a quantity of water yearly equal to a depth of four inches of the present area. This is a very small proportion of the volume of water that enters it through its feeders, so the scientists know the water escapes in some other manner than by the irrigation canal or by evaporation. This is proved by the fact that the increase in the quantity that enters the lake at a rainy season at times does not increase its depth, and the records show that actually it has fallen immediately after the Jordan and other streams have contributed a larger volume than usual. Near what is called Antelope Island is an indication that a subterranean opening exists. Frequently the waters near the island are so violently disturbed that people in the vicinity call this place the "maelstrom" and carefully avoid it when on the lake in boats. A number of years ago, it is said, a sailing vessel loaded with sheep chanced to approach too near the "maelstrom," and despite the strong breeze that was blowing the force of the water was greater than the power of the sails, the vessel being drawn into the middle of the disturbance and capsized. Although sheep are naturally strong swimmers and land was but a few hundred feet away, not one of the animals escaped and most of the carcasses went under never to appear again. While the buoyancy of the water is so great that it will support a person without aid, the boats designed for use upon the lake must be constructed especially to counteract this feature. The ordinary wooden vessel when empty is actually too light to be navigated with safety upon it, since such a small portion of it would be immersed. Care must therefore be taken, especially in the building of sailboats, lest they be top heavy. For this reason navigation is dangerous on the lake even when there is only a moderate wind, unless the sailing vessel is loaded heavily so that it sits deep enough in the water to counteract the buoyant tendency.—New York Press. Domestic Science "Beginald, dear," said the young wife, who was trying to do her own cooking, "this recipe says 'first draw the fowl carefully.' How do you draw a chicken?" "With a drawing knife, of course," said the young husband, yawning. "Didn't the rooster send one along with the bird?"—Exchange. Reckless. Madge—I hear that Charlie is an awful spendthrift. Marjorie—I should say he was. He's trying to make two wild oats grow where only one grew before.—Puck. CHEROKEE BALL GAME Is Proceded by Songs by the Women and Danoes by the Men Which Last All Night. The ball game as played by the Cherokees is as important to them as football or any other popular game is to other people. The eastern band of Cherokees live on the Qualla reservation, in western North Carolina. The neighborhood in which I live, writes an Indian girl in the Red Man, is divided into four main sections—namely, Yellow Hill, Soco, Big Owne and Birdtown. The Indians living in one of these sections will challenge those living in another to a game of ball. They choose their players and agree upon the time and place for playing the game. It is generally played in an open field far different from the well graded field upon which the game of football is played. The evening before the game the Indians, the women included, hold a dance in their respective sections of the country. These dances are held in the open air, usually near some small stream. The women do the singing while the men dance. In their songs they make all kinds of remarks about those of the opposing side. These dances continue all night long. From the time of the dances until after the game the players are not allowed to eat any food. The following day the people from the different sections gather at the appointed place to witness the game. They either sit or stand around the edge of the field. The ball players each have two sticks similar to those used in the game of lacrosse, only smaller. The ball is tossed up in the center of the field, and the game begins. The object is to get it around two poles placed at each end of the field a certain number of times. They cannot pick up the ball in their hands. The players who succeed in getting the ball around the poles at the end of the field the greatest number of times win the game. OUR NATURAL SAVAGERY. It Will at Times Break Through the Veneer of Civilization. It's a mighty short step from modern civilization to the natural impulses of ancient savagery. If you don't believe it just watch some time, and you'll see a small boy—or a grown man—discover a rabbit. The first thought that comes into his mind is to kill the rabbit. Quickly he searches his mind to see where a weapon can be found. The second thought is to secure a rock to throw at it, just as some, cave man might. A man finds a snake coiled in the road. It may be a harmless snake, but it's a snake, and therefore his primitive instinct calls upon him to kill it. A weapon! He seeks about for a club, just as his ancient, skin clothed ancestors would have done, and, having secured the club, he dispenses the snake, his soul singing with triumph. Modern civilization probably would have urged the man to cut a forked stick and catch the snake by the neck with it, then to secure 10 cents' worth of chloroform and kill it swiftly and painlessly. But he goes after the club just as naturally as if he had never seen a steam heated flat or ridden on a trolley car or seen an automobile. Children roam in the woods and eat every variety of berry they can find. It matters not if they be polsonous. They taste them all from the looks, and the amount eaten depends on the taste. This is probably what the cave children did, and the modern infants show the same intelligent caution regarding what they put in their mouths. It's that way all through. We may have acquired a more or less thick veneer of modern civilization, but let emergencies arise and we're as primitive as the most primitive of our ancestors.—Galveston News. The Terrible Police. When the scheme was first broached fierce opposition developed to the establishment of London's metropolitan police in September, 1829. Police to patrol the streets of London? Such a scheme was "repugnant to the spirit of English law and to the theory of free government," according to an editorial in the Standard of the day. "As a system of clandestine intelligence the thing is complete," it went on. "The low constable is instructed to make himself acquainted with the inhabitants of every house within his beat. And how is this information to be obtained but by the pumping of the servants?" Cruel. Two elderly belles were talking at the ball. "What a flatterer Wooter von Twiller is!" said the first belle. "Why, did he tell you you looked nice?" said the second. "No," was the reply; "he told me you did!"—Exchange. "What did that shady financier do when you stopped him and said, 'Your money or your life?'" "He told me that if I didn't give him a half interest in my little enterprise he'd organize a competing enterprise and drive me out of business."—Washington Star. A Bargain. "John, can you let me have $207" asked Mrs. Jones. "Gladly," said Jones, proceeding to write a check for $19.98, for he knew woman's falling—Buffalo Express. LEGAL NOTICES. a W. C. MARTIN, ATTORNEY. Supreme Court of the District of Co- lambia,’ Holding Probate Court. No. 18354, Administration. + This is to give notice that the ~ub- scriber, of the District_of Columbia. has obtained from the Probate Court of the District of Columbia, Letters of Administration on the estate of Robeit Kurney. late of the District of Columbia, deceased. All persons having claims against the deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the voucher thereoi, le- gally authenticated, to the subscriber, on or before the 13th day of Septem- ber, A. D. 1912: otherwise they may by law be exclided froin all benefit of said estate. « Given under my hand this 22d day of September, 1911. JANE A. WASHINGTON, 125 C St S. WL Attest: JAMES TANNER, Register of Wills of the District oi Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court. W. C. MARTIN, : Attorney. B. L. GASKINS, ATTORNEY. Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, Holding Probate Court. ‘No. 18317. Administration Docket. Estate of Hannah Fuller, deceased. Application having been ‘made herein for probate of the last will and testament of said deceased, and for Letters Testanientary on said estate, by Daniel E. Wiseman, it is ordered this 15th day of September, A. D. 1911, that Philip Reels, Robert Reels, Edgar Robinson, Victoria Ross and James H. Fuller, and all others concerned, appear in said Court on Monday, the 3oth day of October, A. D. ‘1911, at 10 o’clock A. M., to show cause why such application should not be granted Let notice hereof be published in the “Wash- ington Law Reporter” and The Washington Bee once in each of three successive weeks before the re- turn day herein mentioned—the first publication to be not less than thirty days. before said return day. * HARRY M. CLABAUGH, « Chief Justice. Attest: WM. O. TAYLOR, Deputy Register of Wills for the Dis- trict of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court B. L. GASKINS, Attorney. Grand Opening Olympia Dancing Glass AUDITORIUM HALL 8th St bet. E and G, S. EL THURSDAY, OCTOBER 5 YALE ORCHESTRA , Admission 15c Classes euery Thurs MASONIC NOTES. The Imperial Council of the Mystic Shrine at the annual session, elected the following officers: Noble Eugene Phillips, Imp. Gr. Potentate; Noble John Sherwood, Deputy Gr. Potentate; Noble W. D. Morris, Imp. Chief Rabban; _ Noble Geo. W. McGoin, Imp. H. Priest and Prophet; Noble Frank Blagburn, Imp. Treasurer; Noble S. H. M. Murphy, Imp. Recorder. 2 The Grand Court of the Daughters of Isis elected the following officers at their annual session recently held m Atlante City Mrs Laura Wil- hiams, New Orleans, La. Gr. Com; Mrs. Mary Miller, Distric of Colum- Dia, ist Lieut. Com: Cassie Melka, St. Paul, Mian,, 2d Lieut. Com.; Mrs. Thompson, Baltimore, Md. Gr. H. Pest; Mrs. Humphrey, St. Louis, Mo., 1st Cere Daughter: Mrs, Sermons, Providence. R_I.. 2d Cere Daughter; Mr- Butler. N.Y. O Guide; M. White, Everett. Mass. Inner Spice; Mrs Edwards, New Orleans. La., Outer Spie: E. Hires, St. Louis, Mo. 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Worth $is Christian Xander’s Family Brand 75c a Full Quart An unsurpassed Rye Whisky at} its price. Family Quality House 909 7th St Nemec Hoes | THE LABOR UNIONS Against the Negro—False Impression Editor of The Bee: The labor unions, lke wildfire have broken out again at the Gov ernment Printing Office. This sellfis! class, of brea!” winners seem to be laboring under the false impressior that nobody has any right to make : living for themselves and their fam ilies without permission from them President Roosevelt had to strike them with his “big stick,” and he hi them so hard that everybody thought that he had put a finish to their law. less existence. But it seems now that the darn things had enough breath left in them to try to kick again. The finishing touch needs to be put or them, and President Taft should pick up hts “big stick” and go after them like playing a game of golf. These defyers of law and order are now trying to stop a poor colored man from work at the Government Printing Office because he 1s me- chanic enough to earn $5.20 a day halong beside them. It is all right for a colored man to carry the hod, and do other hard work that will barely pay him enotgh to buy a pound of beef liver Saturday nights, ‘but when it comes to going on the scaffold and measuring arms with them, with his mechanical skill, they tise to enter a protest which means to call a hault. If the union work- men donn’t want to work with hon- est (not scabs, as they call them) workingmen, why don’t they step down and leave the premsies? Why hang around and exhibit their law- lessneess by trying to hinder the other fellow from proceeding with the work? * These labor unions have been al- lowed to carry their lawlessness too far, already, for the general good of the country; and if they are nat checked they will certainly put a check to the progress of this coun- try They do not only defy man, but they go further. They defy the courts of the land. They seem to think to themselves “What are the little laws of America that we must stoop to obey them? They are be- neath our notice and respect.” Public Printer Donnelly deserves much credit for using his good senses by refusing to undertake the wrong step to set aside President -, Raose- velt’s order declaring an “open, shop” at the Printipg Office Give away to these unjust and unfair union workmen and they will close the door of hope to every non-union work- man—both white and black—every- where in the Government sorvice Let us all hope that the sun will never shine upon the day and time when union -officials will get hold of the reins of this peaceful governmesit. Since they stop work, because the colored man we put to work. their actions should be considered an act of insuberdination: and they should all he summarily dismissed from the service. Their rebuke (the unionists, T mean) of Public Printer Donnelly is sufficient proof that they respect neither law nor officials of the Gov- ernment ,And there is no hetter time than now for President Taft to teach them a lesson that-they’ll neyer for- ret J ¢C CUNNINGHAM. NATIONAL BAPTIST CONVEN- TION All the District delegates to the National Baptist Convention have re- turned from Pittsburg, Pa They all report large delegations but the worst accommodations that have ever been accorded ‘the Christian workers. Among the pastors may be mentioned Revs. MM. W._D. Norman, Walter H. Rroaks, W. Bishop Johnson, Aquilla D. Sayles, J T. Clarke C. G. Harris, Alexander Wilbanks, and Rev: Rich- ards. Mrs. Julia _Mason Layton, National State Vice President. District Presi- dent, Trustee for Training School, and Secretary of the Board, was se- lected to respond to the welcome ad- dress of the National Baptist _ Wo- man’s Convention. It was accorded her, that she made one of the greatest speeches of the convention. Mrs. S. Willie Layton, president, was just out of the hospital, and was not quite her- self, yet she, like the other old work- ers, was at her post. Miss Nannie H. An Announcement Itake(pleasure in advising my friends& patronsthat my ——— fall and winter samples which include all the latest designs, are now ready for * your inspection. My nobby business suits, made tn the best possible manner, range in price from $18 to $25. The care in cutting and fitting these suits ts equal to that giuen to $5O suits, in short, it is the best that money and expe. Par rience can sécure, I have added tomy business department in which clean- ing, pressing, altering and repairing is done in a way that fuarantees satisfaction. You can arrange gto have this class of work done by the month. Whenever I can serve you inanyway, I would be pleased to receive your order and allow my work to speak for-itself, - : Very respectfully, A. H. COOPER, 925 18th St., N.W. = % = Phone Main 5045 7 Burroughs, the corresponding secre- tary, and president of the Training School, is the light around which all the other lights circle. She is an ex- ceptional young woman. Cut out by the Master for this special work—She is an able tool in the Master's hands Her report was a masterpiece. The whole program was excellent Much good wholesome food for thought was given out, and it is earn- estly hoped that much good may be accomplished by the delegates on their return home. Mesdames Queen Bias, Misses Minor, Wheeler anc King. were s among the _ Distric! woman's delegates; all served on some committee and rendered good service, Marly courtesies were extended. Mrs. Stanton had .as_ her special guests on Sunday t6 dinner, Mrs. Z. D. Lewis and daughter, of Richmond, Va., Dr. Porter and Mrs. Julia Mason Layton, of Washington, D. C., to- gether with her honor guests, Misses Minor, Wheeler and King. ~ Mrs. O. Hall (sister-in-law of Mr. ‘Charless Hall, of this city,) had as her special guest for sight seeing, Mrs. Julia Mason_ Layton. They went through the Carnegie Institute Museum and Library, the Block House, the Memorial Hall, dedicated to the Union soldiers by Allegheny County, and the Exposition. Mrs Hall is a talented singer, an accom: plished woman, a model wife and mother, an excellent church worker, and surely a fine model of the old time Pittsburg royalty and enter- tainer. Mrs. Layton had a visit to the charity board, the juvenile court, the Home for Aged and Infirm Ministers and Laymen, and the temporary home and day nursery for the city. Mrs. Layton has invitations to at- tend the State convention of Penti- sylvania, convening in Philadelphia in Qctober.; Missouri State Convention, Oklahoma, Florida, Pittsburg, Geor- gia, Denver, Colorado, Mississippi. Louisiana and South Carolina, * HOWARD ‘r'HEATER SUIT. The Bee Sues For Advertisement. | The Bee . VS. Howard Theater, or, National Amusement Co | The Washington Bee, through At. torney A. W. Scott, sued the Na- tional Amusement Company, repre- senting the Howard Theater, in Judge Terrell’s Court Tuesday? Mr. Chase represented The Bee. and testified as to the agreement made between The Bee and Roger Flint, the manager of the Howard Theater. Mr. Flint called as an expert, E. A, Lattimore, who testified that he was [the managing editor of the National ‘Union. Attorney Scott said that he never heard of such a paper, and that he had been living. in this city for twelve years. He asked permission to ask certain questions to t-st the qualifications of the expert witness What has been your newspaper ex- perience? Lattimore. I worked on the New York Age as an advertising man, and have been on the Union for a year Attorney Scott. And that is your knowledge as an expert? Ans. Yes. Ques. Do all papers conduct theit business the same? Ans. No. Ques. What is your circulation? Ans, I decline to answer. The attorney for the theater sprung to his feet and instructed his witnes: not to answer. { | Attorney Scott. The Bee is not afraid to state its circulation. At the conclusion of argument Judge Terrell stated that he would ‘give his decision later. BURNSTINE LOAN OFFICE GOLD AND SILVER WATCH. ES, DIAMONDS, JEWEL. RY, GUNS, MECHANICA) TOOLS LADIES’ AND GENTS’ WEARING APPAR. ca OLD GOLD AND SILVER | BOUGHT. UNREDEEMED PLEDGES FOR SALE. 361 Pennsylvania Avenue, N. W H. KE FULTON’S LOAN OFFICE No. 314 Ninth Street, N. 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