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IF IT'S NEWS, IT'S IN THE BEE, FOR THE BEE IS A NEWSPAPER. THE BEE WASHINGTON Congressional Library Washington's Best and Leading Negro Newspaper That's THE BEE MATTIE E. BOWEN Speech by Prof. W. S. Montgomery Before the Bethel Literary Society, February 1, 1916, Miss Marie Madre, Presiding. Prof. Montgomery said: Mr. President, Fellow Teachers, and Friends: Beckoned by the hand of death, our friend and fellow worker, Mattie E. Bowen, has retreated from the din of life. It is decorous that we, who are long must follow her, pause and bear public testimony of the regard in which we held her and of the approbation which we all know she so richly and abundantly deserves. Here within the walls of the church in which she so long worshipped and worked—a place redolent of hallowed and historic memories—we gather, not to mourn, but to remember, not to weep but to appreciate. The Bethel Literary, the offspring of this church, honors itself in paying tribute to Miss Bowen, who for a third of a century gave heart and soul to its beneficent mission in this community. This society has been the open forum for the discussion of questions of vital interest, and has had by its activities enriched, deepened, and broadened the intellectual life of the race. Miss Bowen's connection during all these years served to increase respect for her ability, sincerity, and services, by which she has forever linked her name with the association, and with her name will go down in its history honored and respected through succeeding ages. Amanda R. Bowen appeared on the stage of active life in times truly grand and historic. The chains of slavery had just been melted off in the fiery furnace of war, and her race, your race, and my race had entered freedom without a home and without a country. She had been born and reared among a freedom loving, a God-fearin, people, and came buttressed by the everlasting principles of Justice, Morality, and Religion. Training in northern schools had prepared her to take an important and leading part in the intellectual awakening of her people. The desire for knowledge among those who had so miraculously come out of the house of bondage was natural and strong. Forbidden by the fiat of slavery to taste the fruit of the tree of knowledge, they eagerly sought learning as soon as they were permitted to satisfy their hungering and thirsting. The first fruit of this unparalleled zeal were witnessed in many men and women notable for intellectual power and acumen in the early history of the race as freemen. These splendid products of mental training utterly, totally, and completely refuted the hoary doxma of incapacity. Among the very first to lend a hand in educational work and uplift in the city was Miss Mattie R. Bowen, who wrought long and well both for head and heart, and achieved greater and more imperishable results by sympathy than by the syllogism. By _her_ life and labors she demonstrated that human beings are lifted and saved through encouragement, sympathy, and hope rather than by "multiplication tables and long division." Her classes may not have been led strictly through the "five formal steps," but they were controlled and conducted by the spirit of joy, of faith, of hope, and of the limitless belief in the final triumph of the race just freed from unhallowed slavery. Two of my own children, each spent a year under the teaching of Miss Bowen, and when the tidings of her passing came, their comments were not so much on her intellectual influence as on the joyous and happy spirit which reigned in the class-room. Here, then, is the naked truth from young minds and hearts incapable of dissembling and hypocrisy. This may be safely accepted as the true testimony of a great crowd of witnesses—thousands of our children for whom she broke the bread of knowledge during long service in the cause of education. Her name and memory, cherished in grateful hearts, will endure when brass has corroded and marble mouldered! Removed nearly forty years from the time our people started to school, it is well nigh impossible for the present generation to comprehend the strange and stupendous task which the nation faced. The damnable inheritance of ignorance and servility, created and fostered by thirldom, was to be eradicated. The spell of the master was to be broken, and the Truth which makes free was to be made known. The former slaves were to be fitted for participation in civilization, full-fledged freemen, the fractions of men were to be turned into integers. To this work the most gifted and spiritually minded men and women of the great philanthropic north devoted time, talent, money and immeasurable faith. The trumpet call to service sounded, and the best prepared, most competent of the colored race answered. In the Vanguard came Mattie R. Bowen, whose inspiring life, work, and services we meet to rehearse, and to gain courage and enthusiasm for the cause which she has thus far so nobly advanced. We cannot, we dare not, evade the duty. This occasion, these sincere tributes, must make us reconsecrate ourselves to the great cause of winning adequate recognition, and place in this "government of the people, by the people, for the people." The appalling and apparently in- superable obstacles in this pioneer work were met and conquered by burning enthusiasm, by unfaltering faith, by undimmed and undiminished hope. These were the master-keys to the hearts of her fel owmen and pupils. She was never ashamed of her people, and believed, hoped, endured all things for the race. Miss Bowen behold her people come up out of the Egypt of slavery and set forth on the journey toward the Canaan of freedom. At once the elements of leadership in her appeared, and for four decades she worked and walked with them in the wilderness of the world, drawing ever nearer to the promised land of intellectual, moral, and spiritual freedom. For her the journey has ended, and she sleeps in our midst. Let us fondly believe that from the Nebo she was permitted to climb she saw her people in possession of that inheritance which her rapt and parting soul grasped through unbounded faith in the potentialities of her race. For this an unenchantable enthusiasm drove her forward; for this an eloquence in "thoughts that breathed and words that burned" presented and pleaded the cause of her people. Mattie, Bowen did not fail to recognize and appreciate the superb valor of black heroes "on the, tented, field" and in the "imminent"¹⁰ and "deadly breach." In her long connection with the Woman's Relief Corps of the Grand Army of the Republic, by services unrequited, by eloquence thrilling, she extolled the men who won our liberty upon the bloody battlefield. She cared for their widows and orphans, and when "taps" sounded for the veterans, she praised their deeds and decorated their graves with flowers. Pride in the part played by our soldiers was the passport to the councils of the G. A. R.; this unsealed her eloquent lips; this kindled the fires of patriotism. The life we commemorate pursued its westerning in the sky, sustained and steadied by a firm belief in Christianity, in the Fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man. Early she put her hand to the plow and never looked back, but pressed on the mark of the high calling in Christ Jesus. She leaves a legacy of a true Christian to the generations yet to be. The nation and the race need such lives to-day to stem the tide of frivolity and sensuality, and to turn humanity towards the New Jerusalem, the city of the Living God. first action I saw Mige Browne on the awaiting for a car to take her to her post of duty far in the southern part of the city, whither at the opening of school, she had been sent. The old time vivacity was clearly noticeable; the eyes had lost none of their lustre, and the earnestness and fervor of the smiling face were plainly seen. Time and physical infirmity could not diminish that gushing spring of joy and humor. When I looked upon her again, she had "crushed the bar," and within these walls amidst a vast course of friends, surrounded by a wealth of floral tributes, mute and beautiful tokens of the great life and esteem the entire race bore her. To-day it was vividly brought to my mind that our departed co-worker in a will had manifested her good wishes toward those of the teaching profession who, through years of service, who worn and weary with labors that know no hours, should at length retire from the strenuous and active duties. I will read her words: "I give, devise, and bequeath to the Teachers' Benefit Association (colored) of the District of Columbia, premises No. 961 Florida avenue northwest, in the City of Washington, District of Columbia, as a nucleus for a home for the perpetually retired colored teachers of the District of Columbia." Miss Bowen by this act signaled in impressive manner her regard and sympathy for the toilers in the cause of learning. She had observed the tendency to scan those whose pace, perchance, had slackened. Several with whom, in the vigor of young womanhood, she had begun the work of teaching, had left the marching ranks, and ere she went to the "front" and while "waiting in resere" she in her last will and testament pointed the way for the comfort of veterans in the future. Let us hope and pray and labor that this house may develop and grow to a structure splendid in appointments to fulfill the heart's desire of her to whom we pay tribute. Call it the Mattie R. Bowen Home, a landmark to shine forever on the cliffs of time! She sleeps— "Under the sod and the dew, Waiting the judgment day." Unshrinkingly she passed beyond our horizon, and has left with us the memory of a splendid woman; a faithful teacher, and a beautiful Christian. BOY SCOUTS The week of February 6 was anniversary week for Boy Scouts throughout the United States, and was observed with special features each day. On Sunday morning, Feb. 6, we were favored with a special sermon by Rev. W. H. Jernagin at Mt. Carmel church, Third and I streets northwest. The Scouts were in charge of Scoutmasters A. L. Hill, N. F. Henry, I. C. Hill, A. H. Underdown, Lee C. Brown and Assistant Scoutmasters Charles Butler and Clarence Bryson. Rev. Jernagin was very much in favor with the movement, and said that he would take the "Big Brother" part. They have a "boys' club" at this THE BROOKLYN PRESS EX-ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL W. N. LEWIS. Who demonstrated his ability as one of America's greatest lawyers. His life has been threatened after having made such a great defense in the celebrated Providence, R. L., murder case. church, from which they will form at least two troops of Scouts in the near future. We hope other churches will look into the matter, and do what they can to help us make the boys better. PROF. PICKENS ON "ARBRAHAM LINCOLN" Hon. Shelby J. Davidson, president of the citizens' committee for the promotion of Boy Scouts among the colored people of the District of Columbia, delivered a short but weighty address on "What the Boy Scouts stand on. On Sunday afternoon at 4.30 o'clock we went to the U. S. National Museum to hear Mr. Colin H. Livingston, president of the National Council, speak. He was followed by Commissioner H. H. Grogan and Field Executive Patten. Mr. Patten said that the most important Scout law is "A Scout is friendly" to every other Scout regardless of race, creed, or nationality. On Monday, Feb. 7, Scouts showed their loyalty to the movement by doing general good turns. Scout Wm. Ross of Troop No. 502 found a pair of eyeglasses on R street near Fourteenth, and after a careful search found the owner, and gave them to him. On Tuesday afternoon Scoutmaster N. F. Henry with about 20 Scouts from Satterlee troops, Nos. 500, 501, and 502, did a good turn by carrying flowers to the sick at Freedman's Hospital. On Tuesday evening 67 Scouts met at Satterlee House to hear the reading of a message from President Livingston. At 8:15 every Boy Scout in the United States, Alaska, Panama, Hawaii and the Philippine Islands stood at attention and repeated the Scout oath and Scout law. We, afterward picked runners to take part in the athletic meet to be held at Convention Hall on the 25th. On Wednesday, after doing good turns, the relay teams met at Satterlee House and trained until time for Troop No. 502 to begin their meeting. Everyone is looking forward to the Flag Demonstration to be given on Lincoln's Birthday (Saturday, Feb. 12) by Mrs. Isabel Worrell Ball at M street high school at 7:30 o'clock. Col. John W. McElroy will speak, musical selections rendered. You are invited to attend. MISS MATTIE E. BOWEN. Noted Orator Pays Lofty Tribute to the Memory of the Great American Emancipation Tells of the Progress of the Negro and Shows His Sincere Devotion to Righteousness by Fighting Racial Segregation—Dr. Jones Extols Human Liberty—Miss Madre at Her Best—Directs Bethel's Most Enthusiastic Meeting of the Year—She Has Built up the Race's Greatest National Forum—Five Years at the Helm. The 107th anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln was fittingly observed Tuesday night by the Bethel Literary and Historical Association at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, M street, between Fifteenth and Sixteenth street northwest. The attendance was large, and euphusiastic, and the meeting was far and away the best of the year. Miss Marie A. D. Madre, president of the organization, presided and introduced the speakers of the evening in her usual felicitous manner. This talented young lady is always a delightful speaker. The principal speaker was, Prof William Pickens, dean of Morgan College, Baltimore, one of the most impressive orators of the country, who chose for his subject, "Abraham Lincoln, the Man and Statesman." He described the martyred president as the first man of the real American stock to reach the chief magistracy of this nation, and traced Lincoln's remarkable career from his humble origin in the backwoods of Kentucky, through his struggles as a lawyer and political force in Illinois to the presidential chair, and, commander-in-chief of the great army that struck down slavery and preserved and solidified the Federal Union. He pointed out the chief incidents in the life of Lincoln, illustrative of his great human heart, his love for the plain people and the rare tact and patience with which he met the republic's most dangerous crisis. "Detesting slavery and vigorously opposing its extension, yet upholding the national constitution, which protected the system, offered a paradox," said Mr. Pickens, "that would have puzzled a stateman with far greater opportunities for diplomatic training than fell to the lot of Lincoln, but he gratified the instinct of freedom in his soul and saved the Union from dismemberment and justly earned the applause of the civilized world." The orator declared that history would ever link the names of Washington and Lincoln as America's foremost characters—the one the "father of his country," the other its saviour. He reviewed the labors of the abolitionists, who were fearful that Lincoln was too slow in the work of emancipation, and the apprehensions of the slave power who felt that they had an implacable foe in the White House, and declared that Lincoln possessed the happy faculty of doing the right thing at the right time and in the right way—that Lincoln did not sign the emancipation proclamation a moment too soon nor a second too late, but chose just the time that such a radical mandate would be accepted by the nation. Mr. Pickens told many of the stories attributed to Lincoln, showing how the latter's ready wit and deep sense of humor aided him in solving pleasantly, yet effectively, scores of difficult problems that confronted him in the trying period of civil strife and political conflict. The emphasis was frequent and tumultuous. At the close he was given a handsome floral offering. Congressman Dyer to Fight Segregation Representative L. C. Dyer, of St. Louis, was introduced and spoke at length on "The Progress of the Negro in Fifty Years of Freedom," and gave interesting facts and figures to indicate that Lincoln had served the country nobly in planting the seeds of liberty that resulted in bringing to the nation's support such a sturdy and productive element of citizenship the Negro had proven himself to be. In religion, education, the accumulation of property and in the world of commerce, industry and agriculture the advancement of the emancipated millions was the wonder of modern times. He stated his belief in the equality of all men before the law and that, for the next two weeks he would be in his home city, St. Louis, laboring to defeat a proposition to be voted on by the electorate there to establish segregation of the races. He was given an ovation. Dr. Jones Extols Lincoln's Love of Liberty Rev. Alonzo T. Jones, editor of a religious publication in this city, was the final speaker. He utilized numerous quotation from the speeches of Lincoln to indicate the broad trend of the statesmanship of the immortal champion of liberty and union, and held that in proportion as the American republic clung to the principles laid down by this far-sseeing genius, the "government of the people, by the people and for the people, would not perish from the earth." Enjoyable musical selections were rendered by the M Street High School Glee Club and a solo by Dr. W. H. Jackson. The boys sung exceptionally well and Dr. Jackson's solo, "Outside the Gates of Paradise," won a hearty encore. He is one of Washington's cultured singers and justly stands high in our musical circles. In the five years that Miss Madre has been at the helm of Bethel Literary and Historical Association she has made it easily the race's foremost national forum. For this she merits unstinted praise. LEADING MINISTERS. Washington February 8, 1916. Editor of The Bee: I beg to call your attention to an editorial in your paper entitled, "Leading Ministers." Among this list I did not see the name of Rev. A. C. Garner of Plymouth. As I am a member of Plymouth, I know the value of Dr. Garner. I am desirous of having him known as one of the leading ministers also. Honoring you will add his name to your confidential list. I beg to be. N. E. S. Co. stands for National Electrical Supply Co. W. A. S. Co. stands for Washington Auto Supply Co. DISTRICT POLITICS The Bull Moose Ticket—Hogan and Williston to be Backed by the Riggs Bank—Hogan the District National Committee of the Bull Moose Party. The latest ticket that has been placed in the field with headquarters in the Lewis Building, with Benjamin Gaskins in charge, is the Bull Moose ticket headed by Frank Hogan and Dr. Williston. This ticket is supported by Assistant United States Attorney James L. Cobb, Judge Robert H. Terrell, Wm. McKinley and others. What is puzzling republicans is how a Bull Mooser can ask for the votes of the regular republicans. The Bull Moose convention will meet in Chicago, Ill., June 7th, the same time that the regular convention will be held. From a republican standpoint this will be the weakest ticket in the field. It is called the silk stocking ticket as well as the Bull Moose ticket. There, will no doubt, be four tickets in the field. Bradshaw Ticket. the division among the Bradshaw-Wilson-Price combination is growing daily. Bradshaw has thrown his first runmate, Dr. Marshall, aside and will tie up with Dr. Price, with Marshall as alternate. Dr. Marshall says that he will run as a delegate or nothing. Mr. Henry Wardman became disgusted and sent word to the so-called republican league that he would not run under any circumstances. Then a fight arose between Finley Wilson and Benjamin Gaskins in which Wilson was defeated and removed from the chairmanship of the Republican League. The Miller Ticket Has been launched. Mr. Miller is a republican and a standpatter. He has never been on the fence. He is very popular among the lawyers and the people who will do the voting. He has developed a great deal of strength in the 14th district and of the largest districts in the city. The United Colored Republican Club has also a strong organization in that district. The United Republican Clubs will open headquarters next week and their ticket will be launched about March 15. at Grand Army Hall. The Clubs will be endorsed by several representative white and colored republicans. The withdrawal of Harry Ward was a severe blow to the Brads. Price ticket. NOTES OF ROSETTA CAMP NOTES OF ROSETTA CAMP. The camp met on February 2 (Thursday), the regular meeting night, and regardless of the inclement weather a good crowd was present. A good many important points were discussed by those present, one especially being loyal to the I. L. U. obligations, as we find in the I. L. U., as all other organizations of our race, the lack of loyalty. This was discussed by Comrades Hamilton, Woods, Tolson, and others, very forcibly, and all were thoroughly impressed that actions speaks louder than words, and since the meeting we have had results of real loyalty. We have a number on the sick list. Comrade W. S. Hall, 1320 V street northwest; Sadie Jones, 37 Defreses street northwest; John Holly, 1519 15th, street northwest; Cora Harrah, 1434 S street northwest. We urge our members to be loyal to their obligations and go to the rescue of your comrades. When misfortune knocks at your door, you will want the same attention. We want action, not words. The I. L. U. is the same as any other organization that stands for truth and justice. We can only use the pure in heart. "United we stand, divided we fall." Union is one of the most vital needs of our race; so, comrades, he loyal. Don't forget the entertainment on the 17th. Tickets are out. You know the camp never falls to entertain you, and its for you. We have a number of calls every day for aid. Sick claims paid recently Harriet Dabney, Lessee Daily, Mary Patterson, Geo Butcher, and a number of others that their checks came in the nick of time. The camp has the Bee for sale weekly, and if you want to get the news read the Bee. It is the only organ we have in the District that give you the news of our people. We would like to supply every member on our list. Mrs. Dunbar Speaks on Woman-Suf frage. Mrs. Alice Dunbar, under the auspices of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority of Howard University, spoke on "Woman Suffrage," on Saturday evening at the Ramkin Memorial Chapel. Mrs. Dunbar emphasized especially the vast importance of the right of suffrage to members of our race, not omitting to invalidate many of the arguments, or "excuses," as she termed them, employed by the opponents of woman suffrage. Throughout her discourst Mrs. Dunbar showed herself to be not only a woman of wonderful intellect, poise and acumen, but a master of the best idiomatic English. NOTICE The lack of the American Government to uphold the law in the execution of justice to every man is the cause of the present flood calamities and the burning of many corpses of dead bodies in American cities yet to come this year. Read Psalm 68. PROPHET W. H. SNYDER. Adv. F. 12. Be prepared to enter the subscription contest. For details read next week's Bee PUBLIC MEN AND THINGS (By the Sage of the Potomac.) This here delegate contest is just naturally warmin' up to fever heat, but in spite of bankrupts, and a few nondescripts, what always want the help and support of The Bee when they are in trouble, who are knocking Brother William Calvin, from all I can glean around the fringes of society and general public, he is all set to win the contest. This here runin' a palladium for the dear public what has a dark complexion is no sinecure. The "dear public" always wants some nice notices, for which the cheerful idiot who poses as editor must pay for the composition, and they always want the editor to take off his coat and rush into the burning house and carry out their effects, and they always want the editor to "hush" up their scandals what smells to heaven, but when the editor himself shies his castor in the ring for a little empty honor in order to get a few days' vacation up around Chicago, these beggars who go into bankruptcy, borrow money from widows and never pay back, fleece the churches and organizations, and do the old Dr. Jekill and Mr. Hide stunt with the ease of a monkey skinning up a pole, get busy with their hammers. Now I had a seakin' suspicion that I was just about delegate size, and would win the contest again a few of these near-statesmen around here, in fact, I was "het up" on the subject, but when William Calvin cased it over to me that he might weigh in, and go after the job, I simply put my ambition to serve the District of Columbia in the refrigerator, and that's what all these other fellows should do. Why I even went so far as to suspicion that mebbe they might call on me to second some candidate's nomination, and in anticipation of this, I had draped around to Tom Jones' house several as she is properly delivered. I had done so far as to ask Tom just how he fastened his cuffs so they might be fastened thrown away when he got to gasticulatin' wildly from being over-come with elonuence. I did all these, but when William Calvin confided in me that he wanted the empty honor. I just said, sort of pleas ant like: "After you, my dear Gaston. Now 'snakein' about eloquence, there ain't no man on the town plat, that's got Tom Jones' goat when Tom gets to goin' right. Why, man, he just counts the throne of eloquence blows holes through the eloquence of Patrick Henry, Henry Clay, Douglas, and all that line of post mortum memories. Tom can thrill an aunce just the same as Mrs. Leslie Carter used to thrill 'em at the National when she swung to the clapper of the bell in her play, "The Heart of Maryland." Why, I remember when Tom smoke of an audience of seventy-five thousand in the Canadian House of Parliament, and what a speech that was. At times the audience, composed mostly of peers' peersers, glukes, counts, etc., simply sat enthralled; then at another moment they were weein' briny tears; then they would break out in applause so loud and deafenin' that it would stop the waters going over Niagara Falls. Me, oh my, but it was one more speech, let me promise you. Now, knowing that Tom is the master of eloquence around here, and that aint no two-time stuff either. I got him to rehearse me for a speech to second the nomination of some candidate at the national convention, in the event the constituency here sent me as a delegate. Tom had just given me my second lesson when Brother Chase said to me: "Sage, I'm thinkin' of running for delegate to the national convention." "Nuff sed," said I, and with tears wieldin' un in my eyes, I reclaimed my ambition in a bed of camphor balls. Why, why did I do it? Why, simply because most of us have to go around to see William Calvin Chase when we get mixed up in a lot of first-class, scandal; lots of us have to go to him to help make our meetin's a success, and not a few of us have to go to him to help boom our churches and societies; and, in fact the whole of Washington is indebted to him; so I thought it was as little as we could do to support him, with out any rival candidates, for delegate to the republican national convention Tom Jones, "old man eloquence," figured once on runnin', but when he hear that Chase would take a shot at the bulleve. Tom would laid off, and figured he wait till they elected a president, and then come out for assistant district attorney, or mebbe assistant attorney general. One thing I got to hand it to Tom for, and that is, he usely favors Chase when Chase has a good size washin' to do. And why shouldn't he? Alnt no one on the town plat what has stuck to Tom closer than the cheerful idiot what edits The Bee. I say "cheerful idiot," cause every coal-tar complexion individual who attempts to run a colored newspaper for a mighty unappreciative, set of squeeze wrins is nothin' but a."cheerful idiot." But some day we will all appreciate William Calvin. J. Finlev, who is trinv to get on his record, may call all the fazlin' anti-meetin's he likes, but you just can't stop Chase from getting the prize. Why, as a sinter in a delegate contest he's got Howard Drew beat to a frazzle. And speak about getting on by one's record. I sometimes smile to think that J. Finlev takes himself seriously—when everybody else takes him as a monu mental joke. When J. Finley busted into the editorship job of a harvim journal, I couldn't help but recall of the fellow who had driven a garbage wagon, and all of a sudden thought he had been called to edit a society journal, and immediately got some shemale to back him in the enterprise, and it lasted from sun up to sun down. While William Calvin has been runnin' the same old nallodium, for nigh to forty years, this crop of 'experimenters, right fresh from the experiment station, have been runnin' other people's money in divers publications. And still they come on but The Bee just keeps on. It don't "come on" and then run on the white flag after a few publications. It "keeps on" comin' out Saturday, no matter where the Germans are fightin' or the bankruns are bldin' from the gaze of honest people. But gettin' back to that delegate proposition, don't you take, no dope that the opposition is given out that Chase can't win, and don't bank on J. Finley's hot air as the real bonified facts. All I got to say is that I have canvassed this old balliwick from one end to the other; Interviewed John Dancy, talked with Rev. Jernigan, had a heart to heart talk with most of the ministers, and interviewed the habitues of Gaskin, Dell Washington's Bob Allen, Barry's, and all the other dew-drop-ins, and the stuff I get is that William Calvin has got a cinch. Why, even Doc Williston asserted the other day in confidence that if Chase continued his gains at the present ratio, he would be elected delegate by acclamation or unanimously, as they say down at Dell's when Tom Jones offers to pay for a lunch. And I promise you it won't be just the finest thing in the world for some educational school to get into this game behind some one just to beat William Calvin. Everybody is welcome to come in on the square, however, 'cause the water is fine. ROBERT R. CHURCH, JR: Springs a Surprise—Thousands Council of the Support of The Young Napoleon of Finance To the Washington Bee. (Special Correspondence). Memphis, Tenn., Feb. 8.—Surrounded by a thousand stalwart men, Robert R. Church, Jr., launched in this city Tuesday night the most significant political organization among colored men in the south since the palmy days of the lions of colored republicanism. The scene can hardly be described. Suffice to say, the pent-up political emotions of a manhood too long subjugated by machination on one hand and disfranchisement on the other, broke forth in a fury determined to make a place where a place ought to be in the world of politics and government. The organization takes the name of the Lincoln Republican Club, purely political and embraces every colored man of importance and standing in Shelby county, the negroes' tenting ground. There was no effort to wool the eyes or deceive the heart. With a constitutional convention scheduled to be held in Tennessee next year, Robert R. Church and his followers say that they could "stand the storm" through political organization that would extend from the mountains to the Father of Waters. So the call said and so the demonstration declared. South's One Leader. Embodying the political hopes of colored men in the south, who are working, for a restoration of their rights where they have been denied, and gaining respect for them where they have never been withdrawn. Mr. Church is fitted best in any direction to lead the fight for his people against both a lily-wish republican and a Jim Crow government. And this stirring meeting of a thousand republicans, nine-tenths of the party in Memphis and Shelby county, is the first shot taken at either, that kind of party or that kind of government. His city and county and his state have joined in presenting him as their standard-bearer in a contest long postponed but inevitable both as a death struggle and in the end of it. For the illly-white, in the south is as certain to pass out as a restored republicanism is to pass in. Four years ago Mr. Church represented his district in the republican national convention. With him as a co-delegate was Harry True, a white republican. True is now so white a republican that he wants to be known as such. Colored man made him, and much to his surprise, they are about to make him. Lift Him Up Griggs. "We have at last a political leader in the south," declared Sutton E. Griggs, renowned preacher; "Let us sink self and lift him; lift him where he can stand among giants and say 'I am a voice of millions.'" And the cheering shook the famous auditorium. The time seems to have passed forever when white maniculators of party convention could play a negro of some prominence against the colored leaders. For the Lincoln League embraces all the forces in this section—Thomas Haves, Wavman Wilkerson, the resourceful organizer; Dr. T. J. Sorey, Bert Roddy, "Little Joe," son of the unmatched political leader, Josiah Settle, who led the forces four years ago, and John Grant, the fighting elder. Backing these men, who are hacking Mr. Church, are a directate of 150 stalwarts who feel that their "mourning days will soon be over." 1,000 Members by Fall. 1,000 Members by Pam. While the Lincoln Republican Club, aiming at 10,000 members by fall, is a Memphis and a Tennessee organization, it is already the accepted nucleus of an organization of colored southerners who saw political emancipation in the stars in the recent decision of the supreme court declaring that the "grandfather-clause" in disfranchising laws was an onen assault union the Federal constitution. An hundred thousand more colored men will vote in the presidential election his year than have been voted in twen- y years. "Here we lost our power," said the Rev. I. S. Lee, once a giant in South Carolina, "and here we must recalc it. The great leaders of the party in the nation," went on Dr. Lee, "have said in so many words to our Richmond in the field, show us that colored republicans will fight for a place in the political sun, and we will fight with them. In a year of political unheaval it may be that the republican party in the south will stand on its feet. One thing is certain, the demo cratic party has stolen in on fraud without protest the last time. What is the motto of the new organization? one may ask, for colored organizations always arrange for a motto. There is one, but it is new in speech though old in heart. "Pay your poll-tax and register: be men." That rattles the dry hones in the valley. Mr. Church's co-leaders in the state, all white—Sanders, Hooper, Beasley, and Overall—know what it all means. For the last time they have called the necro "sweetheart," and got away with it. The Maternity Movement has the Maternity Movement also the big collar The Maternity Movement has the leaders through the central south. They have discovered in Robert R. Church, Jr., the kind of man around whom they can fight, and the only man they've got who has the time, the ability, and the money to make the battle-front the year around. And only that kind of leader can oppose the lilies that "toll not." Genius Set the Stage. A political platform that welcomes George W. Cooper, Charles Wilson, the Rev. E. W. Moseley, Dr. T. J. Searcy, Charles R. Bowles and Father Llyingston at one time, is a platform of victory of division. It took a genius to set the stage; but the stage was set. With Tennessee organized as never before, the lines are more tightly drawn than ever before. No one will say now that a negro will not turn up as a member of the Constitutional Convention. No one, on the other hand, is afraid to say that in the next republican convention republicans of the "famous tenth" will be represented by republicans, and not by "the heart that bleeds to sign the roll." Officers of the Lincoln Republican Club are R. R. Church, Jr.; president: T. H. Hays, Wayman Wilkerson and Levi McCoy, vice-presidents; J. T. Settle, secretary; B. M. Roddy, treasurer. Executive committee: B. M. Roddy, C. R. Bowles, Wayman Wilkerson. T. H. Hayes, F. M. Nesbitt, J. T. Settle, William Burrows, Levi McCoy and R. R. Church, Jr. Intelligent colored men in the south and republican leaders everywhere know that that array of republican leaders will subdue foes within while wrestling with foes without. NATIONAL NEWS NOTES. Brief Bits of News and Comment on Men and Women. A COURAGEOUS BISHOP REBUKES GRAFT. Birmingham, Ala.—Before the North Alabama conference of the African Methodist Episcopal church, Bishop J. W. Alstork of Montgomery, who is presiding, let it be known in no uncertain language that he could not be influenced in his work by any special gifts or offerings, and discouraged that practice on the part of the ministers in the conference. He told the ministers plainly that the only thing that could commend them would be faithful service to the church and race. "Making me special donations will not help at all," said Bishop Alstork. "I would rather not have them, and I cannot discourage the practice too emphatically. In the first place the preachers in a negro conference have not enough money to be making the bishop presents; and in the second place, the church has provided for the bishop. For my part, I am perfectly satisfied with the provisions the church has made for me, and I am expected to serve it and my God. I can neither be bought nor sold, and will not be influenced in the performance of my duty one lota by such gifts." SAYS ARMY AND NAVY HAVENT ENOUGH MEN TO ENFORCE PROHIBITION LAWS. New York City, N. Y—Mr. Hugh F. Fox, the well-known publicist, spoke a few Sunday evenings ago at the Sunday Evening Forum of the Free Synagogue, of which Dr. Stephen S. Wise, the Jewish orator, is rabbi and leader, on the subject, "The Futility of Prohibition." Mr. Fox pointed out that in the nineteen States which now have prohibition, the people are inclined to drink inferior spirits rather than the lighter beverages which they could get in a license State. The fact that beer and wine were too difficult to conceal, on account of their bulk, explained it, he said. Speaking of national prohibition, Mr. Fox declared that a prominent Government official had once told him that to enforce pational prohibition would require a police force as large as our army and navy put together. AGRICULTURE AND DISTILLING. Wash., D. C.-Never, before have brewers, malsters, distillers and wine-makers made so large a contribution to the agricultural prosperity of the country as during the fiscal year 1913. In the course of that year—the latest for which reliable statistics are available—grain and other farm products to the value of $113,513,971.00 were used in the manufacture of liquors, and this amount does not represent the value of the products so used as reported in the markets of Chicago, Cincinnati, Buffalo, Philadelphia, and other commercial centers, but the ac-tual sum received; by the growers based upon the carefully compiled re-ports on farm prices issued from time to time by the United States Department of Agriculture. The full significance of this amount, which represents, it may be stated, a return of 5 per cent on an investment of $2,279,420.00, can best be appreciated if we compare it with the reports of the last United States census on the total value of crops of certain typical States, which show that it exceeded the total combined crop values in the census year of Vermont, Maryland, and West Virginia, of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Jersey and Florida, of Louisiana (with its great cotton and sugar interests). New Hampshire and Utah, or of Maine, Connecticut, Delaware, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Wyoming. MR. RALPH SPEAKS His Plea for Cooperation and Higher Pay for Employees, "A man cannot live and keep a family on $2.50 a day," said Director Joseph Ralph of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, at the annual banquet of the machine division of the big moneyfactory, which was held at the Winston Hotel: Saturday evening, February 5. Director Ralph expressed the belief that $3 a day should be the minimum wage for bureau employees. He also favored a year's leave of absence for tubercular men and women employed in the bureau and for railroad fare and other expenses for such sufferers. Mr. Ralph asked for closer reciprocal relations between the Government employees and their employers. He urged co-operation, saving that if each employee of the Bureau saved the Government 5 cents a day this would amount to $75,000 in a year, and that that NADAM AGNES J. SMITH, The only electrical hair, face and skin culturist in the city. Every electrical appliance that is used in connection with the face, hair and skin may be seen at this school. Promptness—Neatness—Politeness A. H. WILLIAM M. DAVIS Undertaker and Embalmer Free Funeral Parlor I am prepared to give you all that is required in an up-to-date FUNERAL, and my prices are in reach of all. See Me Before Making Arrangements Phone No. 914-4005 2053 Georgia Ave. N. W. 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The director's address brought forth peals of applause, after which John A. Williams, the toastmaster, speaking in behalf of his fellow-employees, thanked Mr. Ralph for his promises and his efforts to aid them, and said the success of the bureau was due to the director's capable management. Frank Morrison, secretary of the American Federation of Labor, warned the diners of the encroachment of immigrants to the field of American workingmen. He said there is no shortage of American men who are willing to work for a living wage. Mr. Morrison discussed the immigration bill, and emphasized for its passage. Clark Griffith Speaks. Clark Griffith, manager of the Washington American League Baseball team, made an address, in which he announced that on April 4 the Senators would play the Bureau nine. Addresses were made by several other speakers and greeted with tumultuous applause. em- erged em- ern- ount that Secretary McAdoo of the Treasury sent a letter of regret at his inability attend the banquet. The entertainment of the evening was further contributed to by a num- ber of talented musicians. TRADE PORO MARK PORO REUSSERTO 2124941 HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs Amelia Turrillo Malone HAIR SOCIETY FOR HANDS FALLING HAIR ITCHING SCALP GIVING LIP BEAUTY COLOR AND ABUNDANCE GROWTH ALCOHOL PORO HAIR GROWER The Civil War Malone ALCOHOL Always Look For This Signature PORO REGISTERED BY HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mrs. Carlyle Tumbo Melons HAIR GROWER FOR HANDWRITING IN TICHING SCOUTS GIVING LOVE BEAUTY, COUPS AND GRUNDY GROWTH ALCOHOL SERVICE THA 3100 PINE ST., DEPT. PORO REGISTERED GROWER HAIR GROWER MADE ONLY BY Mr. Amelia Turnbo Malone ST. 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A realization of his position is absolutely necessary for the development of the new spirit. Heretofore we have taken the view that the negro is antagonistic; that he is pushing, and that we have to keep him down instead of helping him up. This is untrue. It is the negro with an education, the negro who has gained culture and wants more, who will help us to solve that great problem which so many of us look to with fear. It is cooperation that we need, and this cooperation can only be derived from the educated black man, who is able to understand our point of view, and who can make his brother understand it. It is not the shiftless pauner that we should encourage. Yet there are many of our charities which have helped these men to live a lazy, good- helped class --- DOL OF MUSIC. Mels, Principal. Happy Parents and Efficiency for Earnest Pupils Studios: 1932 11th St. N. W. N. Va. Deparments: Elementary Intermediate Advanced Teachers to very young children Formation address OSSLYN, VA for-nothing existence. The negro's salvation, like that of all other men, lies in work—hard, gruelling work. And it is as great a mistake to encourage lazy shiftlessness in the negro as it is to encourage it in the white man. So it is the duty of every Southerner and Northerner, every Easterner and Westerner, to take a new view of the negro—to forgive his faults and to maintain his courage; to rule by the wish to help him rather than by force; to encourage in every man the perfection of his race, rather than its destruction; to steer a route between the harsh, dangerous treatment of the old generation and the soft, namy-pam-by methods of the new; to encourage in the negro the belief of that great teacher and philosopher, the true leader of the black man, whose ideals and opinions were founded upon the firmly established principles of race and race culture, the man who believed in perfection instead of in solution—I mean Booker T. Washington—Southern Workman. --- THAT LONG LINE. THAT LONG BINE Isaac Fisher, editor of The Negro Farmer, published at Tuskegee, in a signed editorial in the January number, refers to Tuskegee's new principal. In this editorial he says: "Tuskegee was made possible because a long group of educated colored men lined up behind a leader. Tuskegee will decline just as soon as that line is broken." That same "long group" of educated colored men is behind Tuskegee and every other colored institution, but Mr. Fisher, or The Outlook, or the new principal must not expect the race to acknowledge him the leader of the race simply because he has been temporarily elected principal. When Major Moton achieves that which will stamp him as a real leader The Bee will acknowledge him as such and colored men generally will do so. But we cannot acknowledge as leader a man who has not achieved anything beyond having drilled, with wooden guns, students at Hampton. And we would remind the able editor of The Negro Farmer that that "long line" that was behind Dr. Booker T. Washington when living IS "broken." It was broken when his spirit took its flight. There were men who trained with Dr. Washington because of his great achievements, because of long friendship, and some because of kindly deeds he performed for them. These men must not be expected to immediately cry "the king is dead, long live the king." They cannot be expected to blindly follow Maj. Moton nicely because the Major has succeeded the late Dr. Washington as principal of Tuskegee. Many of these men who followed Dr. Washington are as able as Major Moton; some are, perhaps, abler, and some have achieved far more than the Major. Let Major Moton attend to his knitting down at Tuskegee; and not attempt, to assume race leadership on a rain check and he will eventually win to his loyal support that same "long group" of educated colored men who were behind the late Dr. Washington. There are many big, able, helpful colored men who were accounted Washingtonites who did not become, presto change, "Motonites." Many of them are Missourians—they are waiting to be shown how much executive capacity and initiative Major Moton possesses. Leaders are born, not made or appointed by a committee of five. LOUIS D. BRANDEIS. PRESIDENT Wilson in naming Mr. Louis D. Brandeis for the Supreme Court bench neither counted friends nor foes, and neither did he take into consideration whether he could or could not be confirmed by the Senate and neither does he care whether this nomination will precipitate a disruption in his Cabinet or his party. His excuse for not appointing a colored man recorder of deeds is, it may precipitate a division in his party and that division is Hoke Smith of Georgia and Vardaman of Mississippi. It is nice to be consistent and dangerous at times to be inconsistent. The nomination of a colored man for recorder of deeds will not precipitate the fight in the Senate as the nomination of Mr. Brandis. Mr. Wilson had promised Bishop Walters that he would give Colored Americans who supported him fair and just recognition and with such a promise the good Bishop and his satellites supported him. The Bee, at the time, and its files will prove it, stated that it was a democratic ruse to get the colored vote. These men who refused to support Mr. Taft joined the democratic and bull moose parties. The Bee joined neither and appealed to the col- ored voters to support the regular nominee of the republican party. Many of the bull moose followers have returned to the republican party and would now attempt to lead if they were permitted. By way of diversion, there will be a bull moose ticket in the field in the coming contest for delegate to the next national republican convention. The Bee again warns republican voters not to be deceived, because conditions will remain as they were in 1912. Again referring to Mr. Brandeis, the president acted wisely when he nominated the man and he will be much wiser if he should nominate a colored democrat recorder of deeds. He will have kept faith with Bishop Alexander Walters and his colored democratic allies. Send in the name of a good colored democrat, Mr. President; it will convince your colored allies that you have done as you have promised and relieve Bishop Walters of embarrassment. HOGAN AND WILLISTON. HOGAN AND WILLISTON. The latest ticket that has made its appearance in the field of politics is the bull moose ticket headed by Frank J. Hogan, the national committeeman of the bull moose party, and Dr. Edward Williston, of the Freedmen's Hospital and Howard University. Dr. Williston's candidacy will naturally bring Howard University into politics as well as Freedmen's Hospital. The Bee has no objections to a man entering politics no-matter where he belongs. A game of peanut politics was played at the Mu-So-Lit Club meeting last week, when Dr. Williston, who had not attended the meetings of the club for some time, arose and nominated W. J. Singleton for president. Singleton is a supporter of Dr. Williston for delegate. Both will be wiser men after the battle. DIRECTOR RALPH. When director Ralph was introduced at the annual banquet of the machine division Saturday evening, February 5th, he fully demonstrated what has always been in his heart. Director Ralph is one of the fairest men in the government and one of the most liked by his employees. He appeals for co-operation. This is right. No institution can succeed without co-operation. BOYS, WATCH THE BEE For a ticket it will announce within the next few days that will suit all classes of people of the District, and will be elected as the delegates to the National Convention'at Chicago. Don't fail to enter the Beg's essay contest on the life of B. T. test on the life of the teacher. Rules: The contest is open to all graded school pupils. The essay must not contain more than five hundred words. The pupils must not be aided or assisted by parents or teachers. The winner will be judged upon his spelling, punctuations, penmanship, paragraphing, grammar, and neatness. Upon closing the writer must have a summary, and express his or her opinion of the work Dr. Washington has done for his race. The board of judges will be Mr. James E. Monroe, carpenter teacher of the Q Street Vocational School; Mr. Alnsworth Rucker, second grade teacher of Wormley School; and Mr. Charles W. Louis, a clerk in the Navy Department. All answers must be submitted to the Booker T. Washington Essay Contest Editor, care of the Bee. There will be three prizes. The winner receiving a $2.50 gold piece; second prize being a silver dollar, and the third a half dollar. Contest closes Tuesday. February 22, and the winner will be announced in The Bee. Saturday. February 26 Contestants must give their full name, address, grade, school, and teacher's name. MEMORIAL EXERCISES. MEMORIAL EXERCISES. At the memorial meeting last week, the teachers who had recently passed to the beyond were especially eulogized. Among them Miss Mattie Bruce was beautifully eulogized by Miss Ellie Perry. Miss Victoria Tompkins by Miss M. A. E. Waddleton. Miss Louise Cornell by Miss M. A. D. Madre. Miss Britania Reed by Dr. J. H. N. Warring. The nioneers who were singled out were Mr. Geo. F. T. Cook. H. P. Montoners. Ellis Brown. Martha B. Briegs. Mary Jane Patterson. Laura Dyson. Mr. Moss. Ida Nutter. Channie Patterson. John Brooks and William Smith were paid special tributes. Last, but not least, Mattie Bowen, by that prince of scholars, W. S. Montgomery. It was particularly noticeable that the young teachers were ushers, all gowned in white, among them Misses Laura May Tavlor. Luilu Brown, C. O. Shippen. Fannie Turner. I. McC. Mills, Beulah E. Scott. Miss Lulu Brown called the roll of the departed, while all stood with bowed heads. A letter of regret was read from Miss M. J. Jordan, in which she expresses a hope that something will be done towards placing a monument on Mattie Bowen's grave, and pledging a contribution. Miss E. A. Chase has been added to the Mattie Bowen Memorial Committee, and has cheerfully accepted, and will have charge of the 12th division. Prof. Charles Thomas has also been added to the committee. ATHLETIC NOTES. Cardozo Vocational School basketball team won the junior high school championship by defeating their last opponent in the series that finished at Armstrong Thursday afternoon. The score was 8 to 5, and the game was hotly contested from start to finish. At the end of the time allotted for play the score was a tie, and close to the end of the extra period the score was again a tie, but a long running shot from the Cardoza forward ended the game for Cardoza. The Armstrong lads fought hard, realizing that to win would tie up the series and give them a come-back, yet the Cardozo boys were equally determined to decide it otherwise. The short halves kept the score down and prevented condition of players from having a bearing on the contest. Coach Roy has done fine work to develop a championship team in one year of playing. The Junior League, consisting of the freshman classes of the high schools and the Vocational schools, is now concerned in the indoor meet to be held at Convention Hall on February 25. At this event the five contestants will meet in a relay race, for which event teams at the several institutions have begun training. have Cardozo Vocational School: Powell, R. F.; Marshall, L. F.; Simms, C.; Shaw, R. G.; Thornton, L. G. Armstrong Freshmen; Waters, R. F.; Harris, L. F.; Thomas, C.; Arnold, R. G.; Chatman, L. G. Score; Cardozo, 8; Armstrong, 5. Reteree; J. F. N. Wilkinson; scorer, E. B. Henderson; timer. E. B. Henderson. Armstrong Manual Training School girls won from the M Street High School girls in the Armstrong gymnasium, yesterday afternoon by the score of 9 to 2 in their annual basketball contest. The game was exciting and largely appreciated by the teachers and the girls of the schools. For the Armstrong girls, Misses Yancy, Stewart, Wycks and White were best, white for M Street Misses Winston, Wells, and Skinner were good. O Street Vocational girls defeated the girls of the Armstrong Reserve team by the same score registered in the high school championship. The O Street girls showed remarkable form for girls but lately in the ranks of the court game following. For a long time the Armstrong girls were scoreless and were only lucky enough to register two goals from the foul line. Ruth Gray was easily the star of the game, getting five points of her team's score. Henrietta Taylor, Virginia Johnson and Marie Hayes were among the good players. Among the good players of the Armstrong team were Marion Hawkins, Mary Wallace and Angela Hauck. M Streetec High School: Manie Cawthorne, forward: Stella Skinner, forward: Helen Webb, side center; Blanch Winston, side center; Evelyn Brooks, center; Gertrude Wells, guard; Ruby Duffie, guard. Armstrong M. T. S.; A. Lucas, for ward; Mary Wryks, forward; J. Yan ey, side center; F. Stewart, side cen ward; H. Coecker; J. Taylor guard; S. White guard. guard. B. Whitehill Score: Armstrong, 9; M. Sweet, 2. Reference: E. B. Henderson; scorer; M. Clifford; timer; Miss T. Lee. Substitution: Fannie Randall for Evelyn Brooks; Elizabeth Boyd for Ruby Duffie O Street Vocational: Ruth Gray, forward; Henrietta Taylor, forward; Marie Hayes, side center; Martha Hall, side center; Jane Stokes, center; Virginia Johnson, guard; Jessie Jeter, guard. Armstrong Reserves: A. Hancock, forward; R. Walker, forward; A. Wallace, side center; M. Wallace, side center; A. Lee, center; Viola Hawkins, guard; M. Hawkins, guard. Score: O Street, 9; Armstrong, 2. Goals from the field: Ruth Gray (2) Henrietta Taylor. Goals from the foul line, Ruth Gray, Henrietta Taylor (2), A. Hancock (2). Reference: E. B. Henderson; scorer: M. Clifford; timer: Miss T. Lee. Substitutes: Elaine Lucas, Helen Butler for O Street. Washington will be treated to a real treat when it attends the athletic meet at Convention Hall on February 25. The management has succeeded in adding to the attractions for the meet the entry of Howard P. Drew, the premier spinner of the world. Without doubt this will be the prime athletic event in Washington this year. Drew's fame is wide-wide. At the Olympic games—which preceded the world war, his name was on every tongue. Last summer at the Pan-American games, when his weak tendon and a spell of sickness kept him from annexing the championship in the century dash, he gave no excuses and refused to say aught that would detract from the performance of Loomis, the western wonder-who will appear in the Georgetown meet. This winter at the Millrose games in New York, Drew was brought from the Pacific coast to compete against Loomis. Morse, a colored boy who won the 220-yard championship of America at the exposition last year, and Stephenson, the fastest man in the east. Not only did Drew decisively win the 70-yard dash, but Morse also defeated Loomis who was third in the heat and Stephenson was fourth. Drew is universally liked by men wherever he competes. His gentlemanly demeanor, his lack of boastfulness, and his thorough sportsmanship have made him the character he is known as by the sport loving populace: The Alpha Physical Culture Club team of New York presented one of the smoothest working basketball machines seen in Washington this winter in the game between the visiting aggregation and the Cardinal team of this city. The game resulted in the victory for the visitors, 29 to 13 being the score. Wiggins and Dash gave the locals a chance to see how the forward positions should be played on a small court. Every exchange of passes found Dash or Wiggins scurrying to the side lines while the home boys meandered up and down the center of the court. Wiggins caged nearly every foul called and there were many, while Dash was a star at lobating the net from the field. Holland was easily the best guard on the field, and with Smith did all that was remarkable for the Cardinals. This team did not put up anything at all like the game it was capable of playing. The play was distinct reversal of form. A few days prior to the game the Cardinals in a practice game with Armstrong School team gave evidence of classy basketball, but the team showed nothing in this game. Gilmore lacked nothing in his old-time form, getting the jump at nearly all times. The Cardinals guards were away off. On the jump they backed away towards the goal they were defending to await the return of the opposing forward or ball but usually, too late to intercept anything but a missed attempt for goal. It is very evident that the Alpha boys take good care of themselves, for their exertions did not cause a display of poor condition. The Cardinals deserve every credit for promoting games of such standard in the face of lack of competition and poor attendance. First line-up: Cardinals, forwards, Massey, Johnson; center, Savoy; guards, Smith and Holland. Alpha: Forwards, Dash and Wiggins; center Gilmore; guards Capers, Thomas, Wilkinson. Armstrong High School five lost to the Commercial College quint of Howard University by the score of 22 to 19. The small court and the large size of the Commercial boys had something to do with the game in the first half when the score was 15 to 2 in favor of the Hill boys, but in the second half the Tech boys got their hearing and all but forged to the front. Regardless of the cause, which might have been underestimation of opponents on the part of Armstrong, the Manual Trainers failed to do anything like good goal shooting, while Henry and Taylor, for Howard caged the ball with regularity. The bright feature of the Tech game was the accurate foul tossing of Walker. The game was played at the G. A. R. Hall. Line-up: Armstrong, Cupid, L. F; West, R. F; Bacon, C; Walker, L. G; Smith, R. G. Howard Commercial: Taylor, L. F.; Henry, R. F.; Smith, C.; McKenzie, L. G.; Stratton, R. G. Officials: Messrs. Carroll and Wilkinson. Time of halves, 20 minutes. THE EIGHTEENTH B. M. C. G. U. O. OF O. F. The eighteenth international meeting of the Biennial Movable, Committee of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows in America will be held in this city, beginning September 11, 1916 and continue for one week. The order has a membership of more than 500,000. There are many lodges in Cuba, Hayti, San Domingo, Jamaica, and Danish West Indies, Central and South America and Africa, which are entitled to representation in the B. M. C. During the week of the meeting of the B. M. C. there will also be held here the national meeting of the Grand Household of Ruth, the Grand Staff Council of the Patriarchy, the military branch of said order, and the Past Grand Masters Council G. U. O. of O. P. Past District Grand Master James H. Coleman, chairman of the general committee on arrangements, and those of the committee who have attended international meeting of order, are of the opinion that there will be at least 2,500 delegates in the B. M. C. 1,500 in the Grand Household and more than 300 in the P. G. M. Council and Grand Staff Council, and that in addition to these delegates, there will come to the city 30,000 or 25,000 members of the order, their friends and visitors. The committee on halls, of which R. L. Boston is chairman, has made its report to the executive committee and was adopted as follows: The R. M. C. will meet in Convention Hall, Fifth and K streets northwest; the Grand Household of Ruth in America will hold its sessions in the Vermont Avenue Baptist Church, and the P. G. M. Conference and the Grand Staff Council hold their sessions at the Odd-Fellows Hall. 1606 M street northwest. The committee on comfort, of which M. V. P. Henry H. Nailer is chairman, has been actively at work for several weeks securing and living homes and places for the accommodation of delegates and visitors. Mr. Nailor's committee is not only the largest (about 60 members) but each member seems willing to work and make the welcome to our, fraternal visitors worthy of the Nation's Capital. The committee on badges, of which George A. Parker is chairman, will submit his final report to the executive committee at its next meeting. The committee on Grand Staff Council, of which M. V. P. H. Pollard is chairman, has reported on the Patriarchy competitive drill prizes, and the same adopted by the executive committee. The general committee on arrangements has been supplemented by a general committee composed of the inmates of the Household of Ruth, with the following officers: Laura Tyler, chairman; Mamile Jackson, vice-chairman; Angie B. Saunders, financial secretary; L. F. Mitchell, corresponding secretary; Emma J. Murray, treasurer; Mary L. Newton, chapain. The chairmen of the subcommittees are as follows: Fannie Powell, finance; Ada Harris, printing; Ella B. Fair, souvenir program; Mary Jackson, badges; Josephine Ezell, reception; Estelle Epps, comfort; Hattie Brady, publicity; Cleopatra Hatcher music; M. W. G. S. Mary A. Park halls, and Annie Brink, refreshments Boasts of Her Deception to the Public —Visits White Theaters and Broadway Sails Under False Colors. Some time ago The Bee smoke about colored Washington and need women and men attempting to ask for white, and yet making a lively by virtue of being identified with the colored public. The writer sends to The Bee a letter which is reproduced below. The writer doesn't sign her own name, although she is known to the author of The Bee. This young lady has been recently appointed in the public schools. Her father is, not a white man if he is the father of the writer, and the one known to The Bee. He is employed in the Canitol, and comes from one of the leading families. The Indoor Athletic Meet 5 Harry Martin Who Will be Seen at the Indoor Meet in Convention Hall. The indoor athletic meet which the public schools and Howard University will hold in Convention Hall the evening of February 25, promises to climax anything ever held here in Washington, both in the matter of audience and also in the matter of records. Harry Martin, a student at Howard University, will be seen in some of his sprints and hurdling. Martin already has to his credit several world championship records. Some of his records are: Metropolitan Junior 220-yard hurdle in 1914; Metropolitan Senior champion 120-yard hurdle, 1914; Metropolitan Sr. 220-yd hurdle, Metropolitan District, 1914; National junior champion 220-yard hurdle, 1914; small club, 220 and 120-yard hurdle, championship, 1914. The sale of tickets has already far exceeded that at this time in advance of previous affairs of this sort. All the seats are reserved so that there will be every convenience accorded the holders of tickets. The location of seats around the big arena in Convention Hall is an advantage to all persons. At the conclusion of the games about 10:30 o'clock, the large band which has been engaged, will strike up lively airs for dancing. The affair will not close until 1:30 a.m., thus affording enjoyment alike to those interested in athletic sports and also to those who love to dance The committees in charge of the meet are: Games Committee: Edwin, B. Henderson, chairman; S. E. Compton, secretary; J. B. Allen, treasurer; C. F. Holmes; J. B. Hunter, C. C. Bannister, W. H. Foster, Kelly Miller, Jr., Harry Martin, Walker Savoy, J. F. N. Wilkinson, Dr. Julia R. Hall, J. M. Saunders. Publicity and Printing Committee. J. Moria Saunders, chairman; W. C. Chase, Jr. W. N. Buckner, Jr., C. F. Holmes, Miss M. E. Smith and W. A. Hamilton. lies in this city, if it is the same individual whom the editor thinks it is, it is to be regretted that the young lady should boast of her association with white people, and going to white theaters. The editor of The Bee has never been barred from a theater since the discrimination, and segregation rules have been promulgated by white theater managers, and neither does he smoke "two fors" see? Mr. Andrew J. Thomas of the Howard Theater has established a record of having the cream, the beauty, and flowers of humanity to visit his theater. If the writer of this letter would only pay in at Howard Theater at 5:30 on Sunday afternoon or any Monday or Friday evening, she would be lost in the crowd, so far as beauty, refinement, and color are concerned. They come there cream, violet, pink, white, black, gray, purple, and all kinds of color, that would make a blind man walk and say to himself, "I can see nothing to surpass them." The Editor of The Bee is satisfied with his color and as associates; and so far as color is concerned, he associates with those who can pass in white society and are honored by them because there is no doubt about their birth. THE LETTER "Mr. Calvin Chase, Sr." "Having read your article in The Bee, entitled 'The Colored Washingtonians', I would like to express myself. I am a colored woman who can and do attend all of the white theaters, or any other place intended only for white people, and am proud of it, but am really sorry you can't only by delivering a message or package, or, if you were the janitor, maybe they would allow you to see a show now and then. People of your complexion are jealous because they can't pass. It's evidently shown you would like to pass, from the color of your daughter-in-law. My father is a pure white man and was legally married to my mother, who was a creole. Yes, I have the white fever, and truly hope this will help you get over the colored fever. Think this over while-smoking those two for five's." tunnel Hoping to hear from you in next In. Beo V. B. H. week's Bee. P. S.-You said something about painting, powdering, and sneaking. Paint is something I never have. I don't have to use powder, and as to sneaking I never committed any crime and don't owe any bills; therefore, I don't have to sneak." HEALTH MEETING AT BIRNEY SCHOOL. An interesting meeting was held at Birnley School, Nicholas avenue south east, February 3, 1916, at 8 P. M., un- --- der the joint auspices of the Medical Chirurgical Society of the District of Columbia and Parent-Teachers' Association of Anacostia, D. C. Opened by D. C. with invocation by Rev. Parker; opening remarks by Mr. H. R. Queenan, president Parent-Teachers' Association, who presented Dr. W. E. Lewis as master of ceremonies, who sounded the key note object of the meeting and the health conditions of the community, paid special comment to Mr. Queenan, and urged a firmer and better relationship between the parents and teachers and pupils, and commended the audience for their large and responsive presence and co-operation. Major James E. Walker, supervising principal of the 13th Division, public schools, was present with words of welcome and good cheer. He reminded the assembly we should not forget mother, who, in a large measure, is responsible for the health and happiness and rearing of children. Appropriate lectures by D. U. L. H. Houston, on ear, nose and throat diseases. He spoke at length on common affection of those organs and their remedies. Dr. H. R. Burwell lectured very interestingly on "Colds and Their Consequences," explaining the care necessary for slight affections, as they seem, and the dangers resulting when these diseases are neglected. Dr. W. E. Lewis commented on the lectures and spoke on "General Health Topics." A general discussion, with appropriate questions by the audience, followed. Solo by Miss Alberta Johnson, and songs by Junior Campbell Church Quartette. Among those present and who spoke were Rev. Parker, Miss. Florence Smith, principal of Birney School; Mr. R. H. Lewis, Father of Birney School; Lawyer Clarence Tignor, Mrs. Cora Wilkinson, Mr. Campbell, and others. A charming cradle song, entitled "Evening Lullaby," composed by Mrs. Media Fitzhugh McKnight of New York City, a former school teacher in the District of Columbia, is just off the press, and now on sale at the W. A. Adams Music House, Publisher, 1005 You street northwest, Washington, D. C., the only colored music house in this part of the country. Buy a copy. Be prepared to enter the subscription contest. For details read next week's Bee. --- The Week in Society Your physician wishes your prescriptions filled properly from the freshest, purest drugs obtainable, that he may be more certain of the best results. Make certain of these conditions by taking your prescriptions to Board's drug store, 1912 1-2 14th street northwest. Costs no more than elsewhere. Mrs. A. H. Davis, who made such a successful fight in connection with the Bee to name the new High School the Dunbar, is on a lecturing tour in Fredericksburg, Va. Mrs. Mary Winters, mother of Ernest L. Winters, died at her residence, 726 Gresham Place, Tuesday evening, February 8, after a short illness. (The residence of her son, 766 Harvard street, thence to Third Baptist Church, Friday, February 11, at eleven o'clock. Interment in Harmony Cemetery. Mrs. O. A. Williams entertained the "Cotteries" Monday night, namely Mrs. J. D. Baltimore, Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Mamie Simms, Mrs. Osborne, Mrs. S. D. Milton, Mrs. C. W. Williams. Invited guests: Mrs. C. Barley of Chicago, Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Henry Lewis and Mrs. Lula Jackson. Mrs. Wm. E. Neil in Girard street entertained a few friends, followed by a buffet lunchon. Mrs. S. D. Milton entertained at dinner last Sunday in honor of her cousin, Mrs. Bettie Rucker, of Richmond, and sister, Mrs. Sadle Pleasant. Mrs. Josephine Hearn had as week-end guest Mrs. George H. Holland of Robert street, Baltimore. Mrs. Lewis Easily had as week-end guest her sister, Miss Ransom, one of Baltimore's popular teachers. Mrs. Anna Jones Richardson and sister, Clementine, left Thursday for St. Louis to join her husband. Mr. Herndon B. Jones has removed to 1830 Thirteenth street northwest, where he will keep bachelor's quarters. Mrs. Ethel Ma Louis of M. T street is rapidly recovering from her recent spell of sickness. Miss Essie Geneva Bryant of M street's 1912 class and a debutante of the year 1914 is preparing to spend a brief stay with her sister, Miss Lucille L. Bryant, at Madison, Va. Mrs. Willie McCoy is celebrating her dog "Muckie's" eighth, birthday. Muckie is a handsome little snow white French Poodle. Mrs. Phyllis B. Johnson has petitioned the Supreme Court, through her attorney, Perri W. Frisby, to compel her husband, James T. Johnson, to furnish her separate maintenance for herself and two minor children, alleging cruelty, neglect, drunkenness and desertion. He is employed at a large salary in the Navy Yard. They were married in St. Augustine's Church. The Leaders will give their Mid-Winter Dance at True Reformers Hall, in the Main Auditorium on Friday afternoon. February 18, 1916, from 2 to 7. Entrée 20 Cents. Lawrence Jackson, Melvin Lancaster, William Fraction. Mrs. Bessie Lear Diggs of 1317 S street northwest entertained a few friends Friday evening. Rev. Dr. Oliver, the young and able divine of Union Wesley, is to be commended for his zealous and successful labor during the series of meetings. Mrs. Laura Peterson of 2116 F street northwest has been quite indisposed. Miss Geneva Walker of 1624 15th street northwest made a short visit to Baltimore. Mrs. Octavia Weddington of Le Droit Park has returned to her home after a successful operation. Mrs. Felix Cole of 1428 S street northwest is out again. Mrs. William Ramsey Campbell was in City Day days. Clarence Cameron, White, the distinguished colored violinist of Boston, appeared recently at Hampton Institute. He was enthusiastically applauded. Prof. Henry Lee Grant, of this city, was Mr. White's accompanist. Miss Beatrice Harris, of this city, spent a very enjoyable visit in Boston. She was the house guest of Mrs. John H. Porter, of 790 Shawmut street. Miss Lorenna Hall has again accepted a school in Ferrisville, Md., after several requests by the people there. Dr. William A. Sinclair of Philadelphia, Pa., was in the city last week to attend a board meeting of Howard University. Mr. I. W. Bye of Philadelphia was entertained at the Howard Theatre during his recent visit to this city. Mrs. Pawton Johnson of Anacostia, D. C., is visiting her sister, Mrs. Famile Bushee of Philadelphia, Pa. Prof. William Pickens, dean of Morgan College. Baltimore, spoke before the Bethel Literary last Tuesday night. Friday evening, Prof. L. B. Moore delivered a lecture at Union University. His subject was, "The New Science of Matrimony in Relation to Racial Development." Rev. P. D. Cross has returned to Suffolk, Va., after spending a week in this city with his wife. Miss Carrle Lovett, a graduate nurse of Freedman's Hospital, is visiting in Louisville, Ky., the guest of Mrs. Werdone Pettyjohn of 1224 West Chestnut street. Mrs. Cornella Robinson, superintend- ont of the Harriet Tubman House of Boston, Mass., entertained last week. Among those present were Miss Bertha Gaines of this city, and Mr., and Mrs. Moses Green of Portland, Oreg., Mrs. Monroe of Plainfield, N. J., is in this business. Mrs. Kizah Reed is quite sick at Freedman's Hospital. Dr. W. G. Daily of Chicago is in this city. He will return with his bride. Howard Clark of New York city is the guest of friends in this city. Mr. Ralph Langston of New York city spent the last Sunday in January in this city, the guest of his sister and brother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Gapier. Mr. B. Jones, who has spent six months with her daughter, Mrs. Henry Robinson, is spending a few days in this city. REV: BROWN GIVES An Anniversary Reception—Greatest Social Event in the History of the Church—His Eleventh Anniversary Reception. The Rev. T. J. Brown, rector of St. Luke P. E. Church, was tendered a reception in honor of his eleventh anniversary, at the Parish Hall, Tuesday evening, February 8, under the auspices of the Women's Guild of the church, composed of the following ladies: Mrs. John Payter, president; Mrs. J. Brown, Mrs. Rise, Mrs. J. Howe, Mrs. Rachel Dixon, Miss Helen Moore, Mrs. Kate Freeman, Mrs. D. D. Moore and Miss Virgle Stapleton. The enhance the beauty of the reception a program was followed as nearly as possible the line of procedure. On account of the death of the brother of the master of ceremonies, that duty fell upon another. The ministers present and felicitating the pastor on his eleventh anniversary of his call to St. Luke-Church were Revs. Waldron, Grinke, Brooks, Garner, Wiseman, McCary and Tunnel. Rev. Collier, assistant minister of the parish, was also present. The first of those speaking was Rev. Dr. Waldron of Shiloh Baptist Church in his address was the embodiment of all that was said by the other clergy present. He congratulated both priest and people who had made it possible for a minister to remain with them eleven years. And probably his last thought not touched on by the others present, was a warning to the Negroes who were on trial in this country to prepare against the great influx of foreign emigrants from Europe who would come to this country after the great war, and would displace them in the positions held by those of the race; and their places he given to the kindred peoples of the white race. The music discoursed by the choir was very commendable, and especially were the solos sung by Miss Virginia Williams and Miss Lillian Evans. The musical program was as follows; Chorus, "Seek Ye the Lord," choir; solo, "His Word be Love," Virginia Williams; piano, "Sometimes I feel Like a Motherless Child," Ruth Wetherless; solo, "Hear Ye Israel," Lillian Evans; chorus, "By the Waters of Babylon, the choir. At the conclusion of this excellent program the, congregation and friends repaired to the Parish Hall and were served a delightful repast, consisting of chicken salad and French rolls, ham sandwiches, cheese and crackers, coffee, cocoa, ice cream and cake. Prominent among the invited guests were Hon. Archibald Grilmke, Mrs. A. C. Garner and Mrs. Walter H. Brooks. The reception was a very interesting coming-together and the rector was highly gratified at the kind things said of him by his ministerial brethren. The remarks in general were energizing and calculated to stir him to more strenuous endeavor in a field open to him and filled with a rich harvest. PHILADELPHIA NOTES PHILADELPHIA NOTES. Philadelphia, Pa. Feb. 8, 1916.—City attorney John Connelly, Saturday, officially announced that he had appointed Hon. Harry W. Bass and John C. Asbury, esq., as assistant solicitors in his office. The gentlemen reported for duty on Monday morning, Feb. 7, Salary, $2,500 a year. This is the first time in the history of the city that negroes have held such important positions. Hon. Harry W. Bass was the first negro to be chosen to the general assembly of Pennsylvania. He served two terms. John C. Asbury, esq., is a prominent neuro lawyer and president of the Keystone Aid Society, the largest neuro insurance company in the state. Dr. Abbey is giving a course of six free lectures in child welfare at the Four Woman's Christian Association on Friday evenings, commencing at 8 o'clock. The People's Savings Bank at 1508 Lombard street celebrated its seventh anniversary on Thursday. February 10. Refreshments were served from 3 to 10 p. m. Hon. George N. White is president. Mrs. C. Brown and daughter, Candis, of 2213 Bolton street, are recovering from severe attacks of the grip. Mrs. James A. Henson of 1915 Turner street has been confined to the house for two weeks with bronchial pneumonia. James M. Yancy of 1826 Sharswood street has been confined to his bed for the past two weeks with the grip. Mrs. Mary E. Richardson of 1735 Webster street died on Tuesday, Feb. 5. Interment at Merion Cemetery. Mrs. Nathan Webster of 3234 N. 12th street, entertained the Home Sewing Circle of North Philadelphia last week. All the members were present. Two members were reinstated and one new program was created. The sewing circle is progressing nicely. Mrs. Jennie Paraway and Mrs. L. Yates were highly entertained last Tuesday evening by Mrs. M. Palmer and a host of friends at 1739 N. Norwood street. Luncheon and refreshments were served by the Misses Bessie Burton and Mattie Young. Mr. and Mrs. Richard A. Dias of 1704 Cambridge street have moved to 1335 South 19th street. WEST WASHINGTON. Rev. Richard A. Green, the recent newly pastor of Ebenezer A. M. E. Church, continues to grow popular with his congregation and Sunday morning preached a very logical sermon. The subject was "Water of Life," and was listened to attentively by the large audience present, and at the meeting of the Fourth Quarterly Conference held asked that he be returned next year as their pastor. "Saul, the King of Israel," a sacred cantata in five acts, by special request, will be rendered by the Orpheus Dramatic Company at Mt. Zion M. E. Church, Twenty-ninth street northwest, Wednesday evening, March 1, 1916. M. Jas. L. Turner, manager. The Washington Bee can be purchased at the agency, Pride's Drug Store, Twenty-eighth and P streets northwest. February 6 was a gala day for First Baptist Sunday school special attraction "A Trip to Palestine," a red and blue contest for membership, the sixteen classes being divided equally. Captain of the Reds, Miss Elsie Mason; captain of the Blues, Mr. Clarence Jones, distinguished by red and blue buttops, the trip being made on the two ocean liners, the Mauretania and Lusatania, trip lasting 60 days. Sunday, after counting passingsrs, the Reds were leading by a small margin, Mr. Jos, N. Lawson, superintendent. Hon. J. Edimestone Barnes of Liberia will deliver his famous lecture, "The negro of the past, present, and future," at the First Baptist church, 27th street and Dumbarton avenue northwest, Monday evening, Feb. 14, 1916, at 8 o'clock p. m. A musical program under the auspices of Circle A of the church will be included in the exercises, Mrs. Sadie Gaskins, chairman. Rev. J. R. L. Diggs, pastor THE EUTERPEANS Presented in Their Second Recital Raymond A. Lauson, Pianist, and Miss Carrebelle Cole, Interpretative Dancer. All the elite of Washington was out in full at the Howard Theater last Saturday evening at 6:15, when the Eutereans held their second recital. The following program was rendered: Andante in F. F., Beethoven; Sonata, G. Minor, First and Second Movements, Novellete, E. Major, (Schumann), Mr. Lawson. Cavatine from Queen of Sheba, (Gounod), Miss.Wallace. Etude, F. Sharp Major (Arensky). Etude, p. 10. No. 5. (Chopin). Gavotte in A., (Guckh-Brahm), Sequidilla (Albeniz), Mr. Lawson. Libideestre, A. Dance of Joy, (Kreisler), Miss Cole. Impromptu, Op. 90, No. 3. (Shubert), Negro Dance, (Cyril Scott), Serenade, (Hopkirk), Valse, E. Major, (Moszkowski), Mr. Lawson. The Eutereans: Henry Lee Grant, G. Luther Sedgwar, Ernest R. Amos, James B. Hunter. Miss Charlotte Wallace, contralto; Henry Lee Grant, accompanist; Miss Carrebelle Cole, interpretative dancer; Prof. A. H. Brown, at the plano. The Euterpeans present only the leading artists. Final all-star recital in May. Musicians' Mass Meeting Musicians' Mass Meeting. A mass meeting of all musicians, including teachers, public performers, choirs, directors, organists, orchestras, bands, and all former members of the National Federation of Choirs and Musicians, will be held in the Parish Hall of the John Wesley A. M. E. Church, Rev. W. C. Brown, pastor, corner 14th and Corcoran streets northwest. Wednesday evening. February 16, 1916, for a general discussion of the reorganization plans of the Federation on a permanent national basis. All persons interested in the welfare and andancement of the race in musical culture are invited to be present. Committee: Wellington A. Adams, chairman; Miss Gregoria Fraser, secretary; Misses Olive Jones, Jennie Williamson, Louise Howard, Edna Gordon, Mrs. J. Taylor Nichens, Messrs. Andrew F. Hilyer and Henry Lee Grant. CARDINALS LOSE AN ALPHAS. The Cardinal Machine of Washington, D. C., was defeated by the Alba Physical Culture Club of New York, 29 to 13, Feb. 4, 1916, in G. A. R. Hall, Washington, D. C. For the first five minutes of play the game was closely contested, but after that time there was no doubt as to the outcome of the game. The wonderful teamwork of the two Alba forwards and Gilmore, the former Howard center, was very spectacular and received much applause from the crowd. The Cardinals were unable to start that wonderful teamwork which they used in wrestling the championship from Madden's Incorporators. The Cardinals started off with their weaker combination, which proved detrimental to their teamwork and when Henderson and Lewis entered the game the team work was no better. Holland was the only member of the Cardinals staged throughout the game. Wilmington showed wonderful form in shooting free goals making 13 out of 19 attempts, and also Will Be Held at Bowdow College Feb. 24 and 25. Bowdow College, Brunswick, Jän. 25—Trials were held Monday afternoon for the selection of teams for the Bradbury Prize Debates which will take place in Memorial Hall on February 24 and 25. The subject of debate is, Resolved, The plan for military increase as proposed by Secretary Garrison be adopted. The judges are: Professor Willmot B. Mitchell-Professor William Haw, ley Dayis and Mr. Philip W. Meserve of the faculty, chose the teams as follows: For Feb. 24 the affirmative, Arthur B. Chapman, '12, of Syracuse, N. Y. Edward C. Moran, Jr., of White Plains, N. Y., and Russell Davey, '19, of Holyoke, Mass., alternate; the negative, Alfred C. Kinsey, '16, of South Orange, N. J., Clifton W. Bowdow, '17, of Dexter, John W. Coburn, '19, of Lewiston, and Robert G. Albion, '18, of Portland, alternate. The affirmative for February 25, John D. Churchill, '16 of Lewiston, Hugh M. Hescock, '16 of Foxcroft, Francis W. Jacob, '18 of South China, and Milton M. McGorrill, '19 of Wood- fords, alternate; the negative, Charles E. Allen, '17 of Freeport, David-A. Lane, Jr., '17 of Washington, D. C. Bela Norton, '18 of Newport, and K. Nilson, '16, of Providence, R. L. alternate. Mr. Lane is the son of Dr. Lane of Washington, D. C. His Manhood Appreciated—A Voice from the South. Nashville, Tehn. February 4, 1916. Mr. W. Calvin Chase. Editor. Dear Sir: Find enclosed one dollar ($1.00) for The Bee. I have been reading The Bee for four years; have been a subscriber for if three years. I don't want to be without it as your editorials are interesting. I have a great deal of faith in you being strictly a man for your race from principle. You are a fearless fighter for us, yet the fight you make is wise and impressive and is in a way that will not stir up strife or animosity in the other race because all wise and intelligent men will accede to facts. One editorial of yours I commend highly and that is on members of our race trying to be white and using discrimination in the race they belong to. I travelled sixteen years straight for the interest of my race and I have been noticing all along the discriminations some of our race make on the account of color and have spoken of it often. I was so very glad to read your comment on the same. I heartily endorse all men of my race that are leaders from principle in every respect and are not one-sided and blas, and seem to want to do something for the race, for self-aggrandisement and if they have any degree of success, will discourage or or even try to keep others from having success in many projects that would be equally as beneficial to the race as the one they started and had success. I hope you may live long to continue the fight you are making in behalf of a struggling race and that The Bee will not have to miss a single issue. I remain. CALLIE D. HOUSE, 1307 10th Avenue South, Nashville, Tenn. MRS. ALLEN HONORED. Mrs. Harriet Brooks Allen, the wife of Prof. Joseph B. Allen of the M St. High School, has just completed a showed wonderful form in passing and shooting. Gilmore played in his old Howard form, but was unable to make but one basket during the game. Dash played a fairly good game, getting away with three baskets from the side of the court in the latter part of the game. The game clearly showed that either the Cardinals were overconfident or the excessive practice hindered them from displaying their usual form, as it was clearly evident that they displayed no skill. The Howard University Commercial College team defeated the Armstrong team 22 to 19 in the preliminary game. This was quite a blow to the Armstrong team, as this was their first defeat of the season, and the commercial college team is now considered as having captured the secondary championship. Line-up: Alpha: Dash, captain, F.; Wiggins, F.; Gilmore, C; Scott, G.; Capers, G. Cardinals: Masse, F.; Brown, F.; Savoy, captain, C.; Holland, G.; Smith, G. Substitutes—Alpha: Goode and Thomas. Substitutes—Cardinals: Henderson and Lewis. Score—Alpha, 29; Cardinals, 13. Officials—Wilkerson and Nutt. Preliminary Game. Com. Col.: Taylor, F.; Henry, F. Smith, captain, C.; McKenzie, G. Stratton, G. Armstrong: Cupid, captain, F. West, F.; Bacon, C.; Walker, G. Smith, G. Score—Com. Col. 22; Armstrong 19. Officials—Carroll and Wilkerson. BIBLE WOMEN. Unique Religious Exercises at Israel There was a large crowd at Israel Metropolitan Church last Sunday evening. The occasion was religious exercises under the auspices of the Silver Scarf, Club. The program was most interesting. Miss Ada Wood beautifully illustrated each number as it was presented. The program was as follows: Invocation, Pastor. Nation selection, Mr. Birchard Heavlow Advent of Bible Women: Hagar, Mary Selden; Rebecca, Ernestine Lancaster; Rachel, Ruth Gray. "Steal Away," Jubilee Melody. M Street Shool Glee Club, Mr. Wm. H. Welcvh, director. Poliphar's Wife, Sametta Wallace; Pharoh's Daughter, Ray Adams. "Jesus Savior, Pilot Me," (Gould) M Street High School Glee Club. Dellah, Josephine Corunt; Orpah and Ruth, sisters, Mabel Boston and Emma Clifford. Vocal selection, Miss Virginia Williams. Hannah, Etta Thomas; Abigail Rosetti Wilkinson; Queen of Sheba, Anna Washington. Vocal selection, Mr. Wm. Peterson director, Armstrong-Glee Club. Zoeebel Frances M. Gant; Athaliah Stewart; Queen Vashti, Elsie Nowman. Austin Maidens; Marie Stewart, Anita Stewart, Louise Adams. Queen Esther, Nannie Nichols. Vocal selection, Mrs. Anna Washington. Sara, Wife of Tobias, Sara Moxley; Mother of Macabees, Hattie Minkins. "Good Night," (Forsell) M Street High School Glee Club. Pianist, Miss Bessie Scipio. NEWS. When the time comes for moving or outlining of any description have our foremost colored expressman do it for you. The M. H. Johnson Company has every convenience and facility for handling your patronism quickly and satisfactorily. Their equipment includes two motor trucks, two double horse teams, and two single horse teams. Some equipment. For repairing of broken parts, machining of new parts and welding you do an injustice to yourself if you don't visit the plant of M. A. Buzzard, a repairing at moderate prices, visit Moore, proprietor of one of the oldest auto repair shops in the National Capital. Our colored tradesmen are urged to be more active in trying to secure government work. Editor Skinner wishes to state that where the government officials and a colored man is able to fulfill the requirements there is very little if any exceptions made as to color. Advice is given as the need pretty soon of bodies to be built for the Ford patrol warps to be purchased by the police department. The C. L. Skinner Co., our foremost colored auto dealers, areoint to take part in this bidding. In the former biding for repair work our police patrols which this firm securel there were no colored competitors it all and by the satisfaction given that department by our firm the way is very clearly open for tradesmen of our race as much so as the other. The Bee wants to know of its readers what they think of a man of the color race who asks a colored demonstrter, who had been sent to show him auto he was about to purchase, to take lunch with him and then offers to feed him in the kitchen while he dies in his dining-room with his family. Just let us know what you think of such a man. Another Friend of the Negro. Recently the police of the second precinct were having an arrest campaign or negroes on Seventh street. A ver. noteworthy and fairminded man, namely Mr. Jos. Berberick, realized the injustice and appealed to the major and superintendent against such lawlessness. The arrests were being made on all who happened or chance to stop on Seventh street, and in some cases regardless of whether they were looking in the merchants' show windows or not. What God's blessing were such men as those placed at the head of the departments that control and run this country The Salvation Army The Salvation Army Corps No. 2 are arranging for a series of meetings to take place on the following dates. Feb. 19 and 20, when Colonel William Heart, chief secretary of the Salvation "WHERE YOUR PATRONAGE IS APPRECIATED" BOARD'S DRUG STORE 1912% 14th STREET, N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C. THAT'S THE PLACE QUALITY SERVICE SATISFACTION REV. M. W. D. NORMAN, Pastor of the Metropolitan Baptist Church Wednesday Evening, March 1. 1916, 8 P.M. At the 19th Street Baptist Church Under the auspices of the Industrial Club. The proceeds of this lecture will be used for the improvement of the church. Admission 10 Cents Mrs. A. Tinsley, president. Mrs. F. Brooks, vice president. Miss A. Williams, secretary. Mrs. C. Ware, treasurer. Rev. W. H. Brooks, pastor. FREE—50c. Bottle Cocoa Nut Oil Shampoo—FREE. Buy a 25c jar Barnard's Complexion Cream; the guaranteed remedy for rough skin and pimples, and receive, absolutely free a 50 cent bottle of Barnard's Cocoanut Oil Shampoo. Present this at any of our stores. BOOKE LIFE Dr. Washington wrote his life; it is well illustrated, showing him on the way to school; the first time a history from the cradle to the grave; it reads like a romance. This is the best book of Dr. Washington's. The publishers, Mullikin-Jenkins Co., Warder Bldg., Washington, D. C., are also publishing a life-size picture. Anyone wishing an agency can get outfits of both for 15 cents. Agents now selling. Please call or write: j-22-3t. course of study in the School of Methods of the Department of Education of the International Sunday School Association of the Christian Church. More than one hundred and fifty persons attended the sessions of the school, held at the Vermont Avenue Christian Church, during the entire week of January 31 to Mar. 4, inclusive. Of the number attending only three were colored. Forty-five of the students enrolled completed the course, and were recommended for graduation, and received their certificates Friday night last. Mrs. Allen was one of the two colored persons thus honored. Mr. and Mrs. Leachman of the Cameron flats entertained Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Douglass and their guests, Mrs. Charles Haley of Bath, N. Y., at a most delightful five-course supper last week. Among the invited guests were Mr. and Mrs. Brown of Fifteenth street northwest, and Prof. and Mrs. J. D. Baltimore. Several musical numbers were rendered on the piano. Mrs. S. J. Taylor has issued invitations for the marriage of her sister, Louise H., and Richard G. Smoot, Thursday evening, February 17, at 1641 Thirteenth street northwest. At home Sunday, February 20. I beg to call your attention to an insertion in your paper in which you have Mr. Nesbit's name under my picture and my name under Mr. Nesbit's picture. Also, to the fact that in an editorial headed, "Making a Record," you stated that "one" of the members of the Skinner Nesbit firm were from Armstrong. I beg to advice that we both are Armstrong students, and proud to say attended the school during Dr. Bruce Evans' help, a gentleman whom I credit with much of my success in attaining the height of the ladder to which I am now. Hoping you will print this in the interest of Dr. Evans and Armstrong, I beg to be. Army in the U. S. A., and a number of leading officers and the Philadelphia Silver Band will visit the city. On arrival the band will parade from North Capital and L streets; to the Salvation Army Hall, 1337 Seventh street, where a musical festival will be held. Sunday morning, the 20th Salvation Army officers will speak in the following churches: Fifteenth St. Presbyterian, Dr. Grimke; Congregational, Dr. Garner; Baptist, Dr. Jernigan; Congregational, Dr. Smith. Sunday evening, Baptist; Dr. Norman; Baptist, Dr. Waldron; Baptist, Dr. Walter Brooks; Methodist, Dr. Thompson, Georgetown. Sunday afternoon, a great mass meeting will be held in the Metropolitan A. M. E. church, M street, between 15th and 16th streets, where the chief secretary will deliver an address. Music will be furnished by the Silver Quartet of Philadelphia. Mrs. Brigadier Escott will sing. By attending these meetings you will know more about the Salvation Army. ALONE Alone, she sat in the gloaming, Pondering o'er the past, Her heart, her mind were roaming O'er scenes too dear to last. And the her heart seemed wounded O'er she'd e'er regret, Why did she always murmur, "Those days I can't forget." She pondered, pondered and pondered O'er happy days gone by When life was bright and joyous, Lo, tears start from her eyes. One thought of a dear sainted mother, Who rests in her silent grave, And, too, of a well loved father, Who silently stole away. At last the sweet words of Jesus In accents low and sweet. CHOOSE TEAMS FOR BRADBURY PRIZE DEBATES THE BEE COMMENDED. THE BLACK MAN'S BURDEN. This subject will be ably discussed by PETER H. HARRIS FREE PEOPLE'S DRUG STORE Main SJ READY A CORRECTION. NEWS OF THE DAY ABOUT WASHINGTON'S COLORED MOTORING PUBLIC THE MASTER Having assumed the automobile editorship for the Bee, I desire to make it known that my topics and advertisements will be of strictly truthful and dependable nature. My first edict will be of an introductory manner, naming and making known the most reliable and value-giving merchants in Washington to whom our colored patrons are recommended to deal with. Skinner, who will repair my radiator? Go to Jos. A. Acton, 408 14th street northwest, proprietor of "The Golden Rule Shop." Skinner, what is a good tire? That depends on the capital output. 'Of the high-grade tires the Kelly Springfield and the Lee Puncture-Proof Tires are advised. Of the less expensive the Fisk Diamond and Good-year are recommended. Skinner, what is the best machine on the market? My dear question asker, that is very hard to answer, due to the fact that H. B. Leary, Jr., sells the Maxwell. Mr. Selby sells the Page Detroit, the Smith-Trew Co. sells the Reo, and last, but not least, W. L. Smith Co. are the agents for the Argo. Skinner, I have a machine, but where can I buy my supplies and accessories? Well, now, I'll tell you; the Capital Auto Supply Co. will certainly treat you royal. Irvin T. Donahue has a very complete stock to select from, and the N. E. S. Co. are no doubt one of the cheapest and best places to buy from. Skinner, who does your tire vulcanizing and takes your old tires and makes good ones out of them? I take pleasure in telling you that the W. A. S. Co. do all of that kind of work for me. They also have a large supply of oils, greases, and tire sundries. Skinner, I am putting my car up on account of this bad weather; who could I get to paint it up for me? I will very readily tell you that W. T. Lawton & Co. are Washington's foremost vehicle refinishers. In all its branches. In all the commercial field there are none better than Ellas Nesbit & Sons. Well, now, while my car is up, how about having it overhauled? Well, I tell you, Ask your friend who he thinks is the best man to do that kind of work, and see what he thinks of Skinner. My top leaks, and I'll tell you the truth, I think I need a new one. Who could do that for me? You had better see Marks about that top, as he is there with the goods when it comes to serving you in auto top building and repairing. He is neat and handy at making seat covers and repairing your upholstery. By the way, those Columbia Auto-Top people are making a hit at the service they are giving the motoring public of Washington in their workmanship. Who will give me a good wash and polish, and set my car off as though it was new? Come to Skinner's, and ask for William Mason; commonly known as "Bill"; he will surely do that stunt for you. He also specializes in greasing and lubricating your car thoroughly and dependably. My dear reader, while advising you I want to put you on your guard about that auto fire insurance. How about seeing The Bee about a policy? Say, don't you need a pair of driving gloves or a pair of ear-warmers from Ware's Department Store? I can certainly speak myself of the quality of the goods that he handles. You say you got that suit greasy? Why, that's easily remedied. Why not see Hutchinson, the French cleaning expert, about it? Say, before you close, where can I have my electric generator and starter repaired? There's no doubt about your troubles being properly remedied at Keiser's Electric Garage. Will that radiator man repair my fenders? Why, sure; go down and see Acton about any of that kind of repairing. Have we a real up-to-date auto hiring service in town? Why, sure; Howard A. Thomas had the prettiest, modern, and most up-to-date machine for that kind of work that I know of. He is a skilled mechanic, and works diligently on your car when left to him for repairs. Have you been advised of the second hand salesroom of Miller Bros.? Everyone knows of the value secured at Justh's Old Stand, and the Miller Bros. are building up a likewise business in the auto circle. Judging from the specifications and the factory behind the car, that Chandler Six must be some machine for the money. It is handled by the Warrenton Motor Car Co. News of the Day. During the recent auto show last week of Mr. Leary's...there were quite a few purchasers of Maxwell machines. Added to our cofedored motoring public must be the names of Judge Terrell, a Chandler Six purchaser; Dr. Creed Childs, a Page Detroit purchaser; and Mr. E. R. James & Bros., Ware's Dept. Ladies Furnishings 1832 WARE'S DEPARTMENT 1832 Fourteenth Street Full Line of Standard Makes Ladies' and Gents' Furnishing, Caps and Chic Earnestly Solicited Real Values Ware's Shoes JAMES H. UNDERTAKEN All Work First Class Phone North 814 James H. FUNERAL CARRIAGE Moved from 1132 3rd St. Cor. 3rd and L THOS, R Wood, Coa Office and Yard: 3rd a Ware's Dept Store Ladies Furnishings Genls Furnishings 1832-14 N.W. WARE'S DEPARTMENT STORE 1832 Fourteenth Street N. W., Near T Street. Full Line of Standard Makes of Shoes for the Whole Family Ladies' and Gents' Furnishing, Hoisery and Rubber Goods, Hats, Caps and Children's Wear Earnestly Solicits Your Patronage Real Values Ware's Shoes Wear Well Honest Prices JAMES H. WINSLOW James H. Dabney FUNERAL DIRECTOR CARRIAGES FOR HIRE Moved from 1132 3rd Street, to 227 K Street, N.W. Cor. 3rd and K Streets, N. W. THOS. R. CLARK DEALER IN Wood, Coal and Coke Office and Yard: 3rd and K Streets, Northwest Day Phone, Main 6693 who are now enjoying this balmy air in their Hudson Six. It's no use talking, that grey closed car Cadilac Eight of the Wilson Bros. surdly is a dream, and is constantly being admired by every one whose eyes it passes. The Ford must be there with the goods. Already the White House has one; there's one being used for emergency calls at the Central Dispensary and Hospital, and the Police Department is getting two or three for patrol work for their increasing precincts. We hardly think one goes wrong in selecting this car for his motoring. Dr. Childs motored to Philadelphia this week in a Page Six to attend the wedding of a relative. We shall endeavor to get an idea from him of the roads upon his return. Mr. Chas. W. Louis of the State, War, and Navy. Department, will hereafter contribute to our government news column of the Bee. Say, do you, know that the neatest and most service-giving barber shop in town is J. W. Green's tonsorial parlor? The best place to get that denatured alcohol and other chemicals for your machine is at Board's Drug Store. There is every assurance of getting nothing but the best there. Has the Bee your indorsement for an auto section? If so, let us hear from you. Don'ts. Don't take chances with freezing up your motors. Safety first; use dena- All Goods Delivered Phone North 4926 Cap't Store Gents Furnishings 14 N.W. DEPARTMENT STORE E. N. W., Near T Street. Of Shoes for the Whole Family Hoisery and Rubber Goods, Hats, Children's Wear Your Patronage Wear Well Honest Prices WINSLOW AND EMBALMER Terms Most Reasonable Residence 49 D Church, Va. . Dabney DIRECTOR FOR HIRE Street, to 227 K Street, N.W. K Streets, N. W. Main 8273 R. CLARK ER IN Coke and Coke and K Streets, Northwest tured alcohol in your water. Don't use cheap oils; the best is none too good. Don't forget your car needs grease as well as you do food. Don't use cheap gas; it is very injurious to your motor. Don't drive your car when i is jerking; it is liable to cause serious trouble. Don't drive your car with one side higher than the other; this is likewise injurious. Don't clog up your radiator trying to stop leaks; it is the most expensive in the end. Don't let amateurs experiment on your car, as the price is dear. Don't forget our question counn, in which we answer and advise you free. Questions must be submitted before Tuesday of each week. Don't fail to get one of the new route books of the Washington Post when they are out. They give you full details of the roads of nearby towns for the motorist to tour upon. ROBERT ALLEN Buffet and Family Liquor Store Phone North 2340 1917 14th Street, N. W. Washington, D. C. --- Open from 7 to 10 Daily Sundays until 1 P.M. TRIANGLE PRINTING CO. BOOK AND JOB PRINTING 1109 Eye Street, Northwest House & Herrmann 7th and Eye Sts., N. W of all kinds and description, House and Herrmann is the place to visit. There is no other house of its kind in the city where the people can be satisfied. This is house hat will satisfy you. QUICKEST 1109 Eye Street, House 7th a WHEN IN DOU Household of all kinds and description, House to visit. There is no other where the people can house hat w GOOD LUCK, HAPPINESS, ADVANCEMENT GOOD CHANGES ARE SURE TO COME TO YOU. THERE ARE GREAT GOOD TIMES AHEAD. PREPARE FOR GOOD HEALTH AND GOOD APPEARANCE AND GOOD LUCK WILL SMILE UPON YOU. 1916 IS A LUCKY YEAR FOR YOU. TU-RA-HE herb mixture to make a tea or medicine, sample free (also by mail) package 25c. TU-RA-HE liquid medicine, good for what ails you $1.00. TU-RA-HE herb tablets for constipation, indigestion, liver and kidneys 10c and 25c. TU-RA-HE tablets for sour, gassy stomach 10c. TU-RA-HE liniment 15c. TU-RA-HE cough syrup 15c. TU-RA-HE lozenges 10c. TU-RA-HE foothelp powder 10c. TU-RA-HE pine tar ointment 10c. TU-RA-HE perfume 10c. 15c, and 25. TU-RA-HE face powder 10c. TU-RA-HE scalp and hair pomade 10c. TU-RA-HE talcum powder 10c. TU-RA-HE face vegetal cream 10c. TU-RA-HE herb l inhaler 10c. TU-RA-HE health candy, horehound, wild cherry, sassafras and spearmint, 5c a bag. TU-RA-HE Zulu mascot, kids, movable hands and feet only 5c. TU-RA-II Indian dolls 25c. TU-RA-HE rev lvers. must be seen to be appreciated, 25c. Florida sweet sugar cane, 5c and 10c. A large variety of rare healing herbs and roots, minerals, quartz, stones and pyrites. INDIAN WIGWAM IHERB REMEDY ESTABLISHMENT, 1728 7th t. N. W., between R and S sts., S shington, D. C NEWHOME "I'll get it for my wife" NO OTHER LIKE IT. NO OTHER AS GOOD. Purchase the "NEW HOME" and you will have a life-asset at the price you pay. The elimination of repair expense by superior workmanship and best quality of material issues. Life-long service at minimum cost. Insist on having the "NEW HOME" WARRANTED FOR ALL TIME. Known the world over for superior sewing qualities. Not sold under any other name. THE NEWHOME SEWING MACHINE CO., ORANGE, MASS. FOR SALE BY GUSTAVE OPPENHEIM 800 E Street Northwest. Phone, Main 4480 Herrma Eye Sts., N. W Howard Dental Parl Howard Dental Parlors 700 TeaStreet, N. W.3 Corner 7th and Tea Phone North 2009 open until 10 o'clock every night Colored Dentist Of 10 years experience the only up to date dental care by Colored Dentist SPECIALISTS IN TREATING WOMEN AND LADY Attendant NO PAIN—NO HIGH PRECIOUS CROWN AND BRIDGE DESIGN ADMINISTERED AND THE PERSON Advice, extracting and teeth clean We employ n A Satisfied up to date dental parlors in the by Colored Dental Surgeons. LISTS IN TREATING THE TEETH OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN. Lady Attendant Always Present. PAIN—NO HIGH PRICES—EASY TO BROWN AND BRIDGE WORK AT LOW MINISTERED AND TEETH EXTRACT PERTS. Extracting and teeth cleaned free when woe We employ no students. The only up to date dental parlors in the city operated by Colored Dental Surgeons. SPECIALISTS IN TREATING THE TEETH OF NERVOUS WOMEN AND CHILDREN. Lady Attendant Always Present. NO PAIN—NO HIGH PRICES—EASY TERMS. GOLD CROWN AND BRIDGE WORK AT LOWEST PRICES. GAS ADMINISTERED AND TEETH EXTRACTED BY EXPERTS. Advice, extracting and teeth cleaned free when work is ordered. We employ no students. he Royal Knights of King Gives $100.00 for 25c a month gents and Organizers needed in all states. Royal Knights of King Gives $100.00 for 25c a month and Organizers needed in all states. Write W. G. Pearson, Durham, N. Write W. G. Pearson, Durham, N. C. THE ROYAL ORDER OF JONAVID OF AMERICA: INCORPORATED, AND DOING BUSINESS UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF THE INSURANCE DEPARTMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, OFFERS TO THE PUBLIC A COMBINATION POLICY OF HEALTH, ACCIDENT, OLD AGE ANNUITY, AND DEATH BENEFITS FOR THE SAME PREMIUM FOR ONE DOLLAR PER MONTH DUES GIVE $6.00 PER WEEK FOR SICKNESS, $6.00 PER WEEK FOR ACCIDENT, A SUM GRADED TO $750.00 FOR PERMANENT DISABILITY, $50.00 PER MONTH AS AN OLD AGE ANNUITY; A DEATH BENEFIT GRADED TO $1,000.00. DEPUTIES AND ORGANIZERS WANTED. CALL N. 5966 OR 1816 FOURTH STREET NORTHWEST, WASHINGTON, D. C TERMS CASH Phone Main 7590 Beautiful Lounges Morris Chairs Writing Desks Music Boxes Beds Fine Bedsteads and Mattresses If you want a first-class Bed-room suits, call after you have been elsewhere THE WORLD'S FIRST WOMEN'S HOLIDAY A Satisfied Patient. Parlors in the city operated total Surgeons. THE TEETH OF NERVOUS CHILDREN. Always Present. PRICES—EASY TERMS. WORK AT LOWEST PRICES. TEETH EXTRACTED BY EXTS. used free when work is ordered. no students. of King Davia or 25c a month ed in all states. Good pay n, Durham, N. C. HOW THE GOVERNMENT IS MEET: ING THE MALARIA PROBLEM. h Four per cent of the inhabitants of certain sections of the South have malaria. This estimate, based on the reporting of 204,881 cases during 1914, has Jed the United States Public Health Service to, give increased at- teation to the malaria problem, ac- cording, to the annial report of the SurgeonGeneral. Of 13,526 blood specimens examined by Government officers during the year, 1,797 showed malarial infection. The infection rate among white persons was above eight per cent, and among colored persons twenty -pér cent. In two counties in the Yazoo Valley, 40 out of every 100 inhabitants presented evidence of the disease. : Striking as the above figures. are. they are no more reniarkable- than those relating to the reduction in the incidence of the disease following sur. yeys of the Public Health Service: at 34 places in nearly every State of tlie South, In some instances, from “an incidence of fifteen per cent in 1914 a reduetfon has been accomplished to less than four or five per cent in 1915. J. One of the important scientific ais coveries made during the year was in regard to the continuance of the ais- ease from season to season. Over ¥,000 Anopheline’ mosquitoes in mala- rious districts were dissected dufing the early spring months without find- ing a°'single infected insect, and not until May 15, 1915, was the first parasite in the body of a mosquito discovered, The “Public Health “Serv- ice, therefore, congludes that - mos- quitoes in the latitude of the South- ern States ordinarily do not carry the infection through the winter. This discovery indicates” that ' protection from malaria may be secured by treat- ing human carriers with quinine pre- vious to the middle of May, thus. pre- venting any infection . from chronic sufferers reaching mosquitoes and bé- ing transmitted by them to other persons. ° feat ‘Although quinine. remains the best means of treating malaria, and is also ‘of marked henefit in preventing infec: tion, the eradication of the disease as a-whole rests upon the destruction of thé’ breeding places. of Anopheline Pmosquitoes.. ‘The Public Health Serv. ice, therefore, is urging a definité campaign of draining standing water, the filling, of low places, and the re’ grading and draining of streams where malarial mosquitoes breed, ‘The oiliig of breeding places and “the stocking of streams with top-feeding minnows, are further recommended. The Service also gives advice regard. ing screening, and other preventive measures, as a part of the edurational ~campaigns conducted in sections of infected territory. ‘This study is typical of the scien. tifle “investigations which are being carried out by the Public Health Serv- ice, all of which have a direct bearing on’ eradicating the disease. The ima- daria work now includes the collec- tion of morbidity data, malaria sur- veys, demonstration work, selentific field’ and laboratory studies, educa- tional campaigns, and special studies of impounded water: and - drainage projects. HOTEL NEWS. Be fo Po Ee i oe i apie 3 ae ee. / ; Bont rey 4 wee £135) Bee 55 ON * ge + ines Pies oa | ‘ sae y “ee teen 29 4 eerie al , R. DeReef ‘Miller. ames REReSt © Fatt, C6 LAMOUS Serv ice writer, considered to be one-of the ‘est authorities on dining room serv. ice in the country, {s Captain of .the waiters at Cafe Wilson. Captain Pratt has the distinction of helping to ‘open and: jnstall the restaurant service in many of the hotels and festaurants that have opened with éolored: waiters for the past six years. He is without exception a man who is at all times glad to help his fellowman out in re- kards to executing orders, one of the Sreatest principles that any man ¢an obtain, and which is very lacking in the restaurant business. Mr. -Clingus Nutt; assistant. bar- tender in the service bar at the New Ebbitt, has returned to his duties ‘ufter several weeks’ -illness; i Persons who have been in the habit of purchasing bottled beer or. other in- toxicating drinks and taking it to.res- taurants ‘where it is drunk with a meal. aré liable to arrest on charge of violation of the excise law, according to a rigid enforcement of ‘the excise law in all its parts, by Assistant Gor. poration Council George Taggart, who isin charge of the prosecuting in the police court. ° While the Wilson.” preparedness party was in’ Des -Moines, the. Presi- dent’s wife is reported to have given $5:00 tips to the hotel maids, and the President gave 5 and 10 cents-tips to the messenger boys: Under the anti- Upping law of fowa this will be con- sidered a misdemeanor, if the ,per- sons receiving the tip sponds the game -as they have been notified to’keep the money as souvenirs by the state au- thorities. We. are glad to see the Washington. Times in an_editoriaf on this subject, of February. 5,. 1916, which says: “Down with the provinclalism that would undertake to engulf-us all in the ruin that must follow general ap- plication of such a rule: Towa may be able to struggle along without tipping itself; bit the rest of us. would starve ‘if. we must needs wait for the services f untipped waiters. Our situation is Borecarious enough, even as matters stand.” : ‘The Washington Times is afraid of a general application of the rule as pictured in lowa where they have or. dered.'those “deserving persons to keep their tips as souvenirs, The very thought of such a thing when the hotel people’in all.parts of the country, are ‘underpaid and are practically’ living off of their tips. Such a law means starvation to hundreds of men and women, if-adopted in any state. | “It pays to tip” 18 the general slo- ‘gan‘of all fair-minded people who ap- ‘preciate service. ‘The recipients of tips are generaly large . consumers jor the people that keep the wheel of commerce turnihg by. spending money ‘and not by holding: it as souvenirs, "A new but popular social club hus ‘been recefitly organized in this city, the name of ‘which'is the Automobile Owners’ Association. The members ‘are some-of the most progressive young men in Washington. The asso- elation will give sts initial dance at Oud Fellows’ Hali Thursday evening, February 24, 1916. Among. the mei- bers are Joseph J. Slade, Edward Rob- inson, Geo. Gibson, J. E. Monroe, John Lacey, W. H. Brown, Clingus Nutt, Geo. W. Kinley, J. B. Penn, James T. Hodges anid Geo! Sembley. PAT:PAT PLEADER. A KISSER. Hunfington, W. Va—Dr. E, W. Gro. ver, prexident of the Muntington board of health, has met.with'an unkind set- back in bis campaizn to do away with kissiny and substitute the “pat-pat,” fo which one gently taps the cheeks of bis beloved Instead of imprinting old fashioned.kisses on her lips... His three. nieces, Mrs. Mertle Funk, Mrs. Ronte Baker and Mrs. Mary Gro- ver, who live in Los Angeles, Cal., bave now written: -“When it came to’ oseulatory pur. suits our uncle was a humdinger in by- gone divs. .The other boys didn’t have a chance with him. He wis some ‘Kisser. 7 Dr. Grover has recelved hundreds of letters protesting against bis “pat-pat” system. .A Cleveland’ man. bas termed bim “a superannuated old stick.” Health: Board Warns Bathers of Polluted Water, Washington.—A swimming pool, says the United States. public health serv: fee, may become polluted and .trans- mit disease, - . Ninety-one large siuntetpalttles inthe United States have established public swituming ‘pools to meet the desire for knowledze of swimming. ‘The pub- He’ hesith service publishes sv article by Dr. Wallace A. -Manheimer of Co: aimbia_ untversity on. the résults: ob- tained from an examination of six pools. ait _ It Is pointed oné that in swimming in polluted water typhoid fever, con- Junctivitis and other diseases may be coutractéd. ‘The report gives n-detail the results of the bacterial analyses made of.the various pools and also of the effects of refiltration and chemical disinfection. When the water 1s uiiitered tt 4s apt to be cloudy, thereby making the danger of ‘accidental drowning very great. When -reflltration ts practiced the water becomes.clear and this dan- ger Is obviatad. +The report concludes’ that the cwble capacity of ja pool affects its sanitary condition, that the process of ndding Aiution water is an'eflicient means of reducing the number of bacteria and that supervision of the health of, at- tendants is an important factor. ‘The combination of refiltration and disinfection by the use of calelum- hypo-Chlorite renters the sanitary con- ditions ‘of the water excellent, says Dr. Manheimor,, WED AFTER FORTY YEARS. [Old Sweothéarts. Meet. and “In a Few ‘Hours Are Engaged. . Te Se eee ee | Ete Evansville, Ind,— Joseph Parrott fifty, of Wichita, Kan., nnd Mes. Penel one Rizss, axed fifty, of this city, sweet hearts forty years azo. were married ai St. James M, 1, church In.the presence of ci number of frlends and relatives after a few days’ courtship. Several diys azo Parrott came bere to visit old friends after an absence of forty yeurs. He met Mrs, Riggs, and in a few honrs they were, engaged. After spending a few days here Mr and Mrs. Parrytt will-go to Wichita Where’ they will-live, Makes Smallest Penknife.. Altoona, Pa—What ts’ perbaps the smallest penknife in the world bas Just been vonipleted by ‘M.A. Kaut. man, employed in aJewelry store here. It measures 5-32 of an inch frelength. with a blade less, than 2-16 of ay ‘Inch long. ‘The handle 1s solld- gold. while the blade and spring are of tempered stecl. ‘The knife, 1s’ kept in a’hottle to prevent losing ft. The workmanship inust be seen through. a magnifying glass. - First Wages Paid to Convicts. revona. NX. -J.—Unier a recent, stat ate the plan of jmying prisoners in the Essex county penitentiary in Caldwell has been bezun,. ‘Thirty ‘prisoners un: der charge of two guatgs were put te ‘work répatting Grove ‘aveiue, between this town and Caljwell. It is pun posed to turn over#the wages to the Gependent families of ‘prisoners. ‘The Amount pald will pot exceed 50 cents, TRIBULATION’S Saints Cannot. Be. Developed Apart From Their Ministry, Subject of the Kingdom: Very Promi- nent in Scripture—Ransom and King- dom Its Two Most Important Doc- trines—Crisis of World's History Now Present?—Church's Tribulation <of Different Nature and Purpose, Rr New. York’ City, Reet y) veb. 6. — Pastor Pas. 963). Ktussell spoke this Fee. 38) evening “ai the bees 8! New York Ci Be SB] Temmle, W. care Meee. 85] Sb. ucur Broad beer Beil] ~ way. is text was hoe 4 ma) from Acts: 14:22. i SRN) We must throust: en & uch’. tribulation eR ee euree ie » ST Kingdom of God.” (CASTOR RUSSELD) - “rhe Pastor’s in Rope sei ee ee es a ae wg bse 4 eS Sey) SC The Pastor’s iu troduction « to” bfs theme was a resume of the world’ history.” Six thousand years ago, Got hereated wan, give him the dominios of earth’and put everytaing into sub Jection to.him. But-Pather dam los this dominion throuzh sin. God thes {mposed upim him the death penaly whieh has been shared through weed ty by all his posterity. Foreknowin; man's fall frowr his holy “estate, bow e¥er, Jehovah provided beforehand foi his recovery. More thin foir thou: sand years affer the pronouncement of the death sentence:! Jesus came. t earth to xive a Ransom-priee whereby man might be restored t6 Divine: faves axfd have an opportunity ‘to gain: Ute eternal. Jestis death was the turning point in the world’s history.” ‘The Jews, Abraham's natural seed expected the fulfilment of God's prom: ises regarding the dcingdom of Mex slah, But there was to he accomplish: ed another Yeature of God's Plan whiel ther did not xee, ‘The: Church, Abra. ham's Spiritual Seed, was’ necessary to bring the proinixed blessings to the world, ‘The Chureh is now almost com. pleted; atid today we are entering upon the seven thousand years since man’s ereation.and fall. ‘he twe has, come for ‘the ‘settins tp. of the Kingdom. “Phorefore we are living in the. most Important jrerlod of history. Timo of ‘Trouble Necessary. Then the speaker showed that the world will cuter Into that Kingdom through much tribulation. Men, do not appreciate (eit necds. “They have thought that they contd aecomplish: al most aiythine. Leading minds -hive fancied thit they could Leal the world. could properly and wisely govern It for the good of humanity. Put now it is gradually dawning ou the people thet their plans arg abortive. Now we see thelr schemes Loin: to pieces, especial Jy the theories and prdjects of those Christian people who a short time az assured ‘us that soon they would con vert the world. : Nations whieh have long claimed te be Christian nations. “Christendom"— Christ's Kingdom—aré” demonstrating that they have not undeistood thé real Kingdom dt all. ‘They have proved themselves to be Kinzdoms of blovt: shed, kingdoms’ of this world. God will ‘bring. fn fis" Kingdom through great tribulation,.as the Seriptures have foretéld. (Daniel 12:1; Matthew 24:21) ‘This ‘tribulation’ bas already: be gun, But present distyesses are only the beginning of sorrows. ‘The Seri tures decliré that ‘times witl “grow darker and” darker until men’s “hearts shall utterly fail’ them, ‘Then, “open the ruins of ‘the Present Order, the World shall see arise 2 glorious “New Order, “the.desire vf all nations.” “God cannot introduce His Kingdoni through peace and blessings: for men do not realize their fieed of Him. ‘be coming tribulation will thoroughly awaken them.- ‘Then they. will begin to ery unto’ the Lord. As when on the Sea of Galllee the disciples cried to Jesus, He arose and rebitked the ‘wind and the waves, so will It be with the World. Very soon they will see the ter rible storm that is approaching: and there will be no, eseape unféss’the Lord be thelr Helier. Matthew $:24-27. The text. however, refers to the Church, not to thé world, as is'shown by Its-context: Living at the very Le. gluning-of the Gospel Age; the “Apostle was telling the Chureh of the tribula: ton necessary ‘for thorough prepara tion for Kingdom honors. If our zreat Redeomer needed tribulation tu perfect Him as a Son: to demonstrate Mls love for the Father and His loyalty to the Divine will, surely the Chireb could be prepared in no other way. ‘The Body of Christ will not share the world's tribulation, but “will be ac: counted ‘worthy to escape the things coming upon’ the earth. (Luke 21:36. Their tribulation has been different tn, Kind from. the world's.” Like thelt Lord, thes must love“ rizliteousness and hate Iniquity. He loved God's ways ‘and. ‘buted’ Satan's ways., Me could not "beghypucritical. Te must tell the trugh, must, follow: the Gotten Rule. “Thés course-put Hin out, of har mony with {h¢ relixions leaders of ‘is day, who cast out His name as evil be cause of His’ honesty. i Throughout the Gospel Age is tai lowers have bid. similar experiences Their qualitications for positions in the Kingdom ave been attained. not ‘by miracles, but bs trials.” difficulties, tribulation;-for'in no other way could: they be made ready for a-share in the glorification of the overcoming Church. THE HUMBLE ~ 40 BE EXALTED ae | get Ce RE ere “Humility th: Great Lesson For: All The Cnly Cezotten an, Illustration How He \19 Rich—-How He Became Poor—W:/ Ho Ws, Exalted and How—c 12h Walks In His Steps. “Paes nner of ur tard Jesus Cle tak Te ves fich. wet Jor our we bo EE Oat ae throw Mia spe co at Bich AE Core BS. p17 te te the Philippians q eS i stated an epistle of Je Schty did the Apostle’s = ot ieooti tor the fit ele ness Of UC te ioe: at Philippls He would Ite iy Lone Ghat he appre: elated they ose, ud tat suph love shoul ste. Urine all, is: Joy world beth drat iu proportion. ws he could reatze Ui the beethren bid the mind of Cris, He exhorted. ‘therefure, that they remember the con- ditions on whieh’ such character could de developed. Nothing shack be dove throwsh atrife or valieeiry, A their conduet should be irked be towlness, humill ty and willinzvese 1 dis ern the Kond qualities oof oo hers-neting wherein nee ee eee perior 1) hem: selves. “They should 6 + on the wes igs ciate nee ualite and chr verter wheres. duel looking. Sie Hobie qualities i: oth. ers. and sshorons- ly hopinge that these existed even SERS See ce HSL & ak (i Py fbr: (iss by: (yils aie tieehh: ed, considering the Interests of the Lord's cause, and ayuoring self-will and pride. |‘Phey shotild not look niere- Ty at their own intérests, but also.upon those of others—the rights of” others, thelr ability. ‘This, re" Apostle assures us, is a mark.of, te Holy-Spirit, This mind. this disposition, was fully exemplified in Tostis, declares St. Paw, In Ils. prebumay condition, when in a form of Goi, x, spirit being, Jesus was humble. He did not meditate a ustirpa- : ton of Divine authority: (o exile Hhn- self, as did Satan. He had no thought ‘of robbing the Divine glory and honor by putting Himself upon an equallty with God thé Father. On the contra: ‘ry,, He: had the same spirit then as afterwards. when Ie suid, “Not My weil, but Thine, he done"; and azain. “My Father is greater than all"— Luke 22:12; John 10:2; 14:28. . ‘The Master always had this dispost: ton of reverence for the Father and of full. confidence in Tim. Hence. when the time came for the Father to send 0 Savier fute the world, first to redeem It nui tater” on to become {8 King and Deliverer, the proposal th render’ this gteat service to God ane to men wns proffered to the Logos: “the Only Tiexotten of the Father who promptly accepted it. “This i volved a zrent humitiation—a leavin of the-diznily of the ehiefest place on the spirit Plane to becime i hunea being, “the Man Christ Jesus"=not a sinful man, but a perfect one, in the fmage of God, as.was Adam originally: John, 1:14: 1 Pimothy 2:5; Heb. 7:26, 4 “The Man Chriét Jesus.” After Jesus by'a Zhange of nature found Himself a man amongst: men. He. still preserved the:same loyalty: to the Father. ‘In all fis earthly ex- perlences the Muster was falthfui, loy- al to God, loyal to His Covenant, loyal to the principles of righteousness. . Of Him it fs: written, “Thou hast. loved righteousness and hated iniquity; there- fore God: even Thy God, hath anointegl ‘Thee. with the oil of gladness above Gby fellgws.” (Psalm 45:7.) ‘The of of gladness represented our Lord's holy Joy which sustained’ [im during this period when He made Himseif of no reputation awd became ‘poor indeed— finally losing even His life—all in loy- alty to the Fatber’s will and the Pro- gram anirked out in the Bible. His final cry on Calvary was, “it. is finished!” AN that tho. Rather bad given I1hm to do in the way of sacrifice had been accomplished. ‘Then it was the Father's turn to act, to full His good promixes ty lis faithful Son.” ‘The Apostle téls us of this, saying. “giim hath’ God highly exalted, and given a name whiclr is- above every name"! title, a’ distinction, a place. ee een | beeen Oe: He was received Into’ glory; and_all the angels of God worshiped’ TTim whom the Father had thus exatted to Mis own right hand, giving Him, in addition to what He" had resigned, glory and’ Sinmor- ‘talitz—the , Divine natare, Bs, | He was received Nee into’ glory; and al ANS || the ainzels of Goa INSS ~ | worshiped” Tim \ “S\N | whom the Father i \ JE oN] bad thus exaited to I AR) ite AA Apa) wand, gti Him, te LEARY in addition to what PPP NERY Tre" had resigned, ABZ SE) ulovy and sinmor- = ‘tality—the , Divine Every Knee iuti —ngtave, Bow. 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She was buried from St. Cyprius Catholic Church, Thursday morning at 10 o'clock a.m., and interred in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Miss Cooper was a teacher in the Fairmount Heights public schools, and a devoted Christian. She was loved by her associates and a large circle of friends. She contracted a severe cold about a year ago by being forced to teach in an upper room of the building when there was but little heat, from which she never fully recovered. She often complained to her friends and associates that she was being punished because of her religion, which seemed to effect her nerves, in addition to her other sickness. About two weeks ago she was compelled to leave her school on account of sickness and take to her bed. She was a young lady of a sweet and amiable disposition who was honored and respected by all with whom she came in contact. The floral tributes were beautiful. At her home where her body rested prior to carrying it to the church, was surrounded by many handsome and beautiful floral offerings. At the head of the corps was a harp of chrysanthemums, the gift of her most loyal and devoted friend, Miss Florence M. Hunt. In her hand was a cluster of sweet peas, the gift of Mr. Calvin Chase, editor of The Bee. On either side of the room at the entrance and south end were many costly offerings from the teachers of Fairmount School and other well-known citizens. No teacher was held in higher esteem by her associates and friends than this noble young woman. The services at the church were very effective and eulogy by the pastor was most eloquent. M. B. The Young and Rising Physician Greeted With Applause—Citizens, at Anacostia Aroused. HOWARD UNIVERSITY ALUMNI TO MEET. The local Alumni Association of Howard University will hold a meeting in Library Hall, Howard University Campus, Saturday evening, at S. o'clock. The meeting will be addressed by Rev. D. E. Wiseman, and the president, Dr. S. S. Thompson, on the subject, "The Relation of the Alumni to the University," to be followed by a general discussion. The executive committee and the committee on athletics will be appointed at this meeting. The meeting promises to be very interesting. Be prepared to enter the subscription contest. For details read next week's Bee. JUDGE TERRELL TO SPEAK At Lynchburg and Indianapolis on Frederick Douglass Judge Robert H. Terrell will deliver an address on Frederick Douglass next Sunday afternoon at a meeting in Lynchburg, Va., held under the auspices of all the colored churches of that city. On Sunday, February 20, the Judge will be the speaker on Douglass at the combined Lincoln-Douglass meeting in Tomlinson Hall, Indianapolis, Indiana. This latter meeting will be held under the auspices of the Indiana Association of Colored Men, of which Nathan D. Brascher is president and N. E. Manning, editor of The World, is the executive secretary. Ex-Congressman James E. Watson will speak on Lincoln at this meeting. THE BEE HAS HEARD That the bull moose ticket, Hogan and Williston, will get a jolt. and Williston, will get a jolt. Bradshaw and Marshall will run ahead of the moose ticket. Price and Miller ticket will run next to the Moose ticket. The real ticket which will be announced will be the winner. This is the ticket of the standpatters. Dr. Sum. Wormly shows his good sense. Wardman notified Wilson that he will not run. He is shy of the labor organizations. The Bradshaw-Marshall ticket is the Wardman ticket. The Moose ticket, headed by Hogan and Williston, will pool the moose vote. YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION: The Sunday vesper services of the association which are conducted by the devotional committee, Mrs. Francis Ware-Taylor, chairman, will be especially interesting during the Jubilee. Mrs. Meriwether, who is in charge during the month of February, has arranged attractive programs for each Sunday. A. V. W. C. A. choral club has been organized under the direction of Mrs. Gabrielle Petham. Services at 4 o'clock. All are welcome. HAIR GROWN We know you are discouraged and given up hopes of ever growing your hair, but you have not tried an old East Indian Hair Treatments. If you follow the directions your hair is compelled to grow; it never falls you. Treat your own hair at home. A 15c size pomade will convince you. Removes dandruff, restores the hair on the side; grows it long and beautiful. Pomades, 15c and 35c at all druggists and public places. Tonics 75c; shampoos, 35c. 15c size pomades, $1.20 per dozen to agents, cash. The East Indian Pomade Co., Elizabeth, N. J. Send letters to 1827 Addison street; Philadelphia, Pa. Mention this paper. Be prepared to enter the subscription contest. For details read next week's Bee. Holds His Position Only Through Ability. Charles Gibson, the fire-engine truck driver, who one sees dashing through the streets controlling that massive piece of fire-apparatus called the hook and ladder, pays high tribute to the former commissioner, Siddons, for being the driver of that large self-propelled vehicle. This only goes to show of the fair mindedness and non-race-prideness that this honorable man possesses. Ah, what glory would reign on earth were such a man as this made to be president! THE BLACK MAN'S BURDEN: Rev. M. W. D. Norman, one of the greatest pulpit lecturers in this country, will deliver his celebrated lecture, entitled "The Black Man's Burden," at the Nineteenth street Baptist church, Wednesday evening, March 1st next. Those who have heard this distinguished pulpit orator have heard the greatest ovation that ever was given a speaker anywhere. He deals with the colored Americans in a logical and eloquent manner. Don't fail to hear this great lecture. Secure your seats now. Wardman in Support of the Negro Bricklayer and Tradesman. No doubt in passing the various building constructions about town one occasionally chances to see the negro laying the brick upon some high and massive building. In the majority of these cases the Bee wishes to state that this building is being constructed by Harry Wardman. Some time ago Mr. Wardman found the negro's ability to construct his apartment houses equal to and as economical as could be secured from any and now does not hesitate to give any who are worthy a chance to promote and better himself in position and salary. 'Praise and thankfulness should ring forth from every negro for the advantages Mr. Wardman offers the colored tradesman. Mrs. Maxwell Asks for Divorce. Mrs. Lillian M. Maxwell, a lady of much education, culture, and extensive travel abroad, has filed petition in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, against her husband, Joseph M. Maxwell, a caterer and business man, alleging infidelity, and naming three co-respondents, upon whom, she alleges, he spends much of his earnings, and they are frequently seen with him in his automobile; she further alleges that he is the owner of two; and that he has a monthly income of three hundred dollars; and that he wastes his money in needless luxuries, such as expensive jewelry, clothing, wines and liquors. She asks for alimony befitting her station in life and all expenses. Her counsel will ask the court to allow her $100 each month, pending the suit; besides the costs. She is represented by Attorney P. W. Frisby. POLITICAL ENTRIES Near Statesmen Who Are Candidates for the National Republican Convention. Bradshaw and Marshall, who are to make Wardman, National Committee man. Moose ticket. Hogan and Williston. Hogan for National Committeeman. Robert Miller and Dr. Price, Miller for National Committeeman. The winning ticket will be announced later on. It will be the people's ticket and the ticket that has never changed its political affiliations. Prominent Negro Attorney's Life Threatened The life of William H. Louis, a prominent colored lawyer, who was defending the life of Cecil Victor Brown and Henry B. Spellman, defendants with Mrs. Mohr on the charge of murdering the latter's husband, has been threatened by mob violence. The threat was first conveyed to Mr. Louis through a boast of a relative of Chauffeur Healis that he was not through with Louis or Williams yet. The Williams named is an associate attorney with Mr. Louis. The threat became so serious that the attorney general has been appealed to for protection. The Tick of the Clock. There was quietness in every room. There was silence of all within. Yet there was a busy tick, a messen- ger. The message was—The seconds are fleeting by. We go about our labors and pleasures. Ere we give a thought the old clock tick— Stop! Listen! and Hear The records of seconds, minutes, days and years. One tick will be its last to all— One tick, then eternity's shores we see. FOR THIS For this intent was I brought here, Ezekiel 40:4; Daniel 7:13, 8:23, Job 34:20. Hear; my people, read, understand; though we have been lynched, mobbed, and burned at the stake by the Gentiles (Math. 6:32), beware of them, for we are the remnant of old (Rom. 11:2, 5), of the holy seed, left to purge the sins of Jacob, as it is written (Isaaelah 6:13); nevertheless, they will debate with it, Isa. 27:8, 9; Jer. 31:34; Heb. 10:16. Copyright, 1915, by American Press Association know she was there. Mrs. Sturkman entered the room, went to the table whenceon the telephone stood and consulted the telephone book before taking the receiver from the hook. Then she spoke: "Hello! Give me 4000 Jersey City, please. Hello! Is this the Jersey railroad? Give me the lost articles clerk, please. Hello! This is Mrs. Robert Strickland of New York city. Mrs. Robert Strickland. That's right. Have you found a purse belonging to me? Are you sure? Why. I don't know. I came in from Long Branch yesterday, and when I got off the train I noticed that my hand bag was open. The purse must have fallen out. Yes, I've telephoned to the station master at Long Branch several times. Ho, it hasn't. He referred me to you. The 4:17 from Long Branch. Yesterday. A small black velvet purse. About $40 in bills, some visiting cards, with my name and address on them, and some very important memorandum. I wish you would. Very well. Goodby." For a moment longer May Strickland sat at the table, with elbows resting thereon and face between two elbined lists. There was an intent, staring look in her eyes. She turned and faced Doris, who had emerged from behind the sofa. The appearance of the child starled the mother. "Doris!" she exclaimed. "Where did you come from?" "I was sitting behind the sofa, mamma. Was it that nice, soft, black, little purse you lost?" So the child had overheard the telephone talk! And Robert was coming A Doris Took the Traveling Bag. home that night! Doris must be warned! The mother's voice was very quiet and earnest, and the words came slowly as she said: "Listen to me, Doris, dear. When daddy comes, I don't want you to say anything to him about the purse. He'll be angry if he knows it's lost, and then he'll worry about it. You don't want to worry daddy, do you?" "No. But, mamma, weren't you shopping yesterday?" "Of course, dear." "But you told the man you were at Long Branch." "It was a friend of mine who was there," said Mrs. Strickland. "I loaned her the purse, and she lost it." "Who was it?" asked Doris. "You don't know her, dear." "Why did you lend her your purse?" "Because she hadn't any money of her own." There was a puzzled look on the child's face as she replied. As she told Judge Binmore later, she had been trained, and by the very mother who was now fibbing to her, to tell the truth in any circumstances. So she said: "But, mamma, wasn't it fibbing to tell the man?" "No. I'll explain some other time. Now promise mamma you won't say anything." "I promise" said little Doris. "I promise, said little Doris. And now came a great event in the life of Doris—the homecoming after a few days' absence of her dearly beloved daddy. She had missed him greatly, so that it was with great joy she heard his voice in the anteroom saying to the Stricklands' maid: "Hello, Bertha! How are you? Everybody all right?" Almost before Bertha could reply Doris-ran from the room, crying: "It's daddy, mammal! It's daddy!" Still outside the room in which his wife waited, silent, for him, Strickland called out: "Yes, it's your old daddy. Hello, sweetheart!" There was a bolsterous meeting of father and little daughter in the anteroom. "Hello, daddy dear! What have you got for me?" asked Doris. "Something wonderful!" replied Strickland. "Give me, another kiss. Are you glad to see your daddy?" "Oh, mamma and I have been so lonesome!" "In here," said Doris, and she took her daddy by the hand and led him into the sitting room. At one side stood the wife. As her husband entered she made one step toward him and then hesitated, waiting. Strickland was still busied with his little daughter. He handed his traveling bag to her, and she stood holding it in her two small hands, for it was heavy, while May, overcoming her hesitation, ran to her husband. Her voice was affectionate, but high pitched, as she embraced him and said: "Robert, dear, I'm so glad you're back!" Her words were sincere, and her outward manner was that of a loving wife, glad to welcome back her husband after an unavoidable separation. To the latter, happy in the reunion with his wife and child, there was nothing strange in the greetings. But a close observer might have noted that the manner of May Strickland at this time was strained and unnatural, almost hysterical. She was keyed to too high a point. Her motions were strained and jerked, as though her limbs moved in response to nerves that were stretched taut. The face she showed to Robert was aglow with welcome, but when he turned aside for a moment to speak with Doris, the eyes took on a staring, strained expression in which one might read horror, almost. Was it the loss of the purse that perturbed her so? Whatever it was, while her husband's attention was distracted by the child, she made a great and successful effort to calm herself. Strickland stilled the clamors of Doris long enough to turn to his wife and say: "It's good to be back. By Jove, I was homesick!" "Those few days seemed like ages," said May. "Didn't it seem a long time, Doris?" "Oh, an awfully long time!" said Doris. "Whenever the clock struck today I wished it was time for, you to be here. Didn't I, mamma?" "Well," said Strickland, "next time we will all go together." "Everything's all right, then?" asked May. "Yes; just as I wrote you." "Have you had your dinner, Robert?" "No; I was so anxious to get home that I didn't stop." "You must be famished. I'll have Bertha get some dinner ready for you. It won't take long." "Thanks, dear." And to Doris, who had gone to her beloved dolls again, Strickland said. "Come here." "I'm leaving you in good hands," said May as she left the room to superintend the preparation of her husband's dinner. "Oh, yes," said Strickland; "Doris and I have lots of things to tell each other." He seated himself and took Doris on one knee. "Now, young lady, tell your daddy, who hasn't seen you for four whole days, exactly what you've been doing with every minute of your time." "Oh, daddy, I was promoted!" said Doris, with face aglow. "Of course you were promoted! I didn't expect anything else. You're in the grammar school now?" "Yes," said Doris proudly. With mock sorrow Strickland went on: "Oh, dear; oh, dear; at this rate you'll soon be through college?" "I don't want to go to college," said Doris. "I want to be a cook, with a big white apron and lots of shiny pans, so that I can make cookies and pies and bread and give them to the heatens." "To the heathens!" To the hearings. "Yes; I'm learning to cook, daddy. I helped Aunt Helen yesterday." "Were you, at Aunt Helen's yesterday?" "Yes, a l'day, because mamma was downtown shopping." "And what did you do today?" "Today I stayed home and played house. We were going to the park, but mamma wanted to lie down, so we didn't go." "Isn't mamma well?" "She has a headache." "Has she had it long?" "No, only today. Did you get a house, daddy?" "Yes, a nice white house, with a large garden." "The description pleased Doris, and she clapped her hands. "And cows, daddy?" she asked. "No, no cows, but lots of flowers and a dog." Continued BETHEL LITERARY. Annual C. E. Rally and Banner Contest at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, M street between Fifteenth and Sixteenth streets northwest, Tuesday evening, February 15, 1916, at 8 p. m. Rev. W. T. Johnson, D.D., of Richmond, Va., trustee of the United Society of Christian Endeavor, will deliver the address. Dr. Johnson is a scholar; thinker, writer and orator. Madam E. Azalia Hackley will train a chorus of 150 to 250 voices to give a Folk-song Concert at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church Tuesday night, February 29, 1916. This training in voice culture is free. Persons wishing to join will meet at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. MARIE A. D. MADRE. Manager. JOSEPH H. STEWART, ATTORNEY. In the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia. Thomas E. Gardne, Plaintiff, vs. The Unknown Heirs-at-law of James Bruce, deceased, their devisees, allionees and grantees, Defendants. No. 33,991, Equity-Doc. 73. The object of this suit is to obtain a decree good of record a title in fee simple in the plaintiff by adverse possession in and to the following described real estate in the District of Columbia, to wit, lot numbered Ten (10) in Frank J. Hewston's subdivision of a tract of land called "Bruce Hill" on Stanton Road near Whistetown as the same is recorded in County Book 20, page 75, of the records of the Surveyor's Office of the District of Columbia. On motion of the complainant, it is this 20th day of January, 1916, ordered that the defendants cause their appearance to be entered herein on or before the first rule day occurring after the expiration of three months from this date, otherwise the cause will be proceeded with as in case of default. Provided, that a copy of this order be published once a month for three successive months in the Washinton Law Reported and The Washinton Bee, before said day. THOS. H. ANDERSON, Justice. A True Copy Test: J. R. YOUNG, Clerk. By F. E. 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