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The Washington Tribune All the News That's Fit to Print Vol. 1. No. 32 OBSERVE WM. LLOYD GARRISON BIRTHDAY HERE Many Prominent Men Took Part in Reviving Memory of Abolitionist Under the auspices of the local branch of the N. A. A. C. P., the 116th birthday of William Lloyd Garrison, great champion of the freedom of Negro slaves, was observed last Monday evening at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church. Hon. Oswald Garrison Villard, grandson of William Lloyd Garrison and editor of the "Nation"; Hon. Charles Edward Russell, noted writer and Dean Kelly Miller, of the Junior College, Howard University were the principal speakers. Hon. Archibald H. Grimke, presided. Following the invocation by Rev. W. O. Carrington, pastor of John Wesley, Mrs. E. Williams recited choice bits from the pen of Paul Lawrence Dunbar and Julia Ward Hqwe. Prof. Kelly Miller, the first speaker of the evening, eulogized Garrison in the loftiest terms. He likened the "Nation," Mr. Villard's publication unto the "Liberator," the historic publication of William Lloyd Garrison. Referring to President Harding's Birmingham speech—in answer to which he has recently addressed an open letter—Dean Miller commended the President for his courage in upholding the doctrines of economic and political equality, but with much emphasis, he declared that they are coupled with concessions that the Negro can never concede. (applause.) He stated that he has received a courteous reply to his communication from the President over his own signature, in which he commends the writer, but insists that the wisdom of his doctrine is right. Dean Miller however, avers that the wisdom of the President's doctrine is absurd; so far as the Negro is concerned. Hon. Charles Edward Russell, noted journalist, was next introduced by Mr. Grimke. Mr. Russell began with the familiar phrase of St. Peter: "It is Good for Us to be Here." In his tribute to Garrison, he declared that there was nothing in history to compare with the great work that he did. He said that he was a man of great wisdom and courage. He too, took a fling at a portion of the President's Birmingham speech. He termed some of the President's doctrines as preposterous and rubbish. He stated that there can be no biological difference between the white man and the black man. Men with black skin have the same mental and other traits as white men. He next expressed himself freely, relative to the Limitation of Armament Conference. The talk of making peace for the world on the part of America was a piece of monstrous hypocrisy, while lynching and other heinous crimes are being daily committed against their fellow-man. He said, "How can you talk of disarming when your heart is disrupted against your fellow-man?" He advises that we begin at home by disarming our hearts. (applause.) Hon. Oswald Garrison Villard, the distinguished editor and writer, was next introduced. Mr. Villard, in a very interesting manner read from one of his printed works some of the incidents of the life of the great abolitionist. He praised the President for his utterances in his Birmingham speech and declared that it connotes great courage. He stated further, that he visits the White House about twice a week, but the more frequent his visits, the more he has become impressed with the magnitude of what the President has yet to learn. Mr. Villard has been engaged in reform work for the past twenty-five years and apparently he is optimistic over the outcome of the struggle for the complete emancipation of the American Negro. In conclusion, he declared that the Negro problem has now become an economic problem and he advises that we should organize as the only possible means to a solution. William Lanev, one of the victims of the riot in this city in 1918, was an interested spectator. He was introduced by Attorney Shelby J. Davidson, who in the course of his remarks Published Weekly BUSINESS MEN'S DAY OBSERVED With seventeen business men speaking at seventeen different churches on last Sunday, The Business Men's Sunday, December 11, passed into history as a big success. Information and inspiration were conveyed to the large audiences that were assembled at each of the churches. The Ministerial Alliance promoted the "Business Men's Sunday" with the view and desire of arousing racial consciousness. The business men in their meeting on the 7th, adopted resolutions thanking the ministers for this excellent opportunity of presenting the commercial side of the race before the people. LOCAL CLUB MAKES DONATION Announcement of Big-Drive to Secure 1,000 Members Also Made The Tuesday Evening Club of Social Workers of which Mrs. Myrtle A. Chiles is president is starting a campaign for new members. The club is doing a splendid work here in keeping girls and boys from the various houses of correction and the jails. The Club recently donated $800 to the Juvenile Protective Association of the District of Columbia to be used to employ a part-time child welfare worker among the needy families of the District. The Tuseday Evening Club of Social Workers came into being as the result of a call issued by Dr. Clara Smyth Taliaferro for a conference of persons interested in the uplift of the neglected and delinquent colord children in the District of Columbia. The Club was organized December 4, 1914 at Satterlee House, (Washington Diocesan Social Center) with just seven members. It now has a membership of sixty. Most of the work done has been confined to girls and women. In two notable cases, girls have been supported at a boarding school in a nearby city. Both of these girls otherwise would have been committed to the Reform Schol, though guilty only of minor offenses. Counsel has been furnished for prisoners deemed worthy and they have been helped to reconstruct their broken lives. The funds for this work have been raised by appeals in the churches and by giving entertainments. The number of charities that sprung up during the war, somewhat crippled the activities of our Club but it is again asserting itself as a factor in social work and is now planning to ally itself with the Juvenile Protective Association of the D. C. in the support of a colored case worker. With this end in view, the Club is about to launch a drive for a thousand members at $1.00 each per annum. At its annual meeting held this month, the following officers were elected for the ensuing year: Mrs. Myrtle A. Chiles, president; Dr. Clara Smyth Taliafero, vice-president; Mrs. Mary W. Lomack, recording secretary; Miss Mamie Williams, financial secretary; Mrs. Mary F. Thompson, treasurer. MUSIC WEEK The Official Program for Music Week as announced by Director Adams. At 8 P. M. MONDAY, Dec. 19th, Birney Center, Mrs. Helen Wills, Secretary Mrs. Helen Wills, Secretary TUESDAY, Dec. 20th, Minor Normal Center, Miss Nellie Quander, Sec'y THURSDAY, Dec. 22d, Garnet-Phelps Center, Mrs. Julia M. Layton, Sec'y THURSDAY, Dec. 22d, Lovejoy Center, Mrs. R. J. Gray, Secretary FRIDAY, Dec. 23rd, Phillips Center, Miss Sadie Gaskins, Secretary FRIDAY, Dec. 23rd, Randall Center, Mrs. E. F. Ellis, Secretary FRIDAY, Dec. 23rd, Burrville Center, Mrs. Carrie A. Knox, Secretary related how Laney had been incarcerated for the past twenty-seven months and was at present, out on $4000.00 bail, which bail had been furnished by the local branch of the N. A. A. C. P. His case will come up in the next session of the Appellate Court. A liberal collection was taken to assist in carrying on the fight for his absolute freedom. WASHINGTON, D. C. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1921 KELLY MILLER IN OPEN LETTER TO PRESIDENT DEFENDS RACE Denies That Race Difference is Fundamental, Eternal and Inescapable CONGRESSMEN MAKE PERSONAL INSPECTION OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS Bowie and Frye Again Convicted at Second Trial In an open letter to President Warren G. Harding challenging the president's theories and ideas expressed in his Birmingham speech, Professor Kelly Miller of Howard University sets forth in a plain, dignified, yet forceful manner, the falacies, hypocrisy and false premises of the President's speech. Among the many pointed and convincing arguments advanced by Prof. Miller, he says: "The motive which prompted this bold and courageous utterance on your part has given rise to much speculation. Some have been disposed to consider its timeliness with reference to the Disarmament Conference as a great issue of race which lies in the background of the international gathering now sitting in the city of Washington. "The race problem in America casts a shadow of suspicion upon the claims of democracy as the ideal form of government. "Candor compels me to say, Mr. President, speaking deliberately on behalf of the thoughtful element of the Negro race, that your platform based upon the assertion of 'fundamental, inescapable and eternal differences' of race is calculated, in the long run, to do the Negro as great harm as the Taney dictum [The Negro has no rights which the white man was bound to respect] would have done, had not the aroused conscience of the nation negatived the interpretation which the author placed upon it. *From the Negro's point of view you have attempted to build a superstructure of righteousness upon a fallacious foundation. . . . If you write at top of the page the declared and accepted doctrine of 'fundamental, inescapable, and eternal differences of race,' it then makes no difference what you may write underneath, the Negro would be degraded into an inferior caste which would render any form of equality impossible. The Negro's claim to political and civil equality does not rest upon any condition or concession, but grows out of his inalienable right as a human being and CONGRESSMEN MA INSPECTION OF Actual condition in the overcrowded schools of Washington were seen by members of the joint committee of Congress, now studying the school conditions, Tuesday, when they made a personal inspection of some of the schools. Among the members of the committee who made the tour were Senators Capper and King, and Representatives Woods, Keller, Walters and Millspaugh. Accompanying them were Supt. F. W. Ballou, Assistants Supt. S. E. Kramer and Garnet C. Wilkinson. The colored schools visited were the John F. Cook school where untenable and insanitary conditions were found. The committee had an opportunity on a dark day to see the schools and just what the teachers and children must endure in such illprovided buildings. Dunbar and Armstrong high schools were visited and the over- Bowie and Fry Convicted a Just thirty-two days from the time of his first conviction for robbery, William N. Bowie was again convicted on the same charge Monday, the 12th in Justice McCoy's court. This trial was the result of an appeal from the jury conviction of November 10. William Bowie and Jas. Frye were convicted on the charge of robbing a Mr. Blake of Indianapolis, Ind., on the speedway, on the night of July 21, 1921. Mr. Blake was his guaranteed rights as an American citizen . . . . The Negro, if he would, cannot barter away his rights, or hypothecate them upon the acceptance or rejection of any alleged theory of difference of race. * * * * "The general drift of opinion, however, on part of the Negro press that has taken pains to give careful thought and analysis to the question, is that any form of equality will be impossible if your hypothesis becomes generally accepted. The Negro would thus sell his birthright for a mess of pottage, with no assurance that he will receive the pottage. * * * * "President Roosevelt, in his celebrated letter to a Southern publicist, declared that he would not shut the door of hope in the Negro's face. Your policy, Mr. President, contrary to your purpose would latch, lock and bolt it to all eternity. * * * * "I think that no biologist or psychologist who has regard for his reputation would care to venture the opinion that race differences are inescapable and eternal. In answer to the President's statement "race amalgamation there cannot be," Prof. Miller says: "Writing in the June number of the 'Yale Review,' Professor Boas closes an illuminating article on 'The Problem of the American Negro' with these words: 'Thus, it would seem, that man being what he is, the Negro problem will not disappear in America until the Negro blood has been so diluted that it can no longer be recognized, just as anti-Semitism, until the last vestige of the Jew as a Jew has disappeared." "Without intending to do so, you have adopted the dogma of every proslavery advocate and of every present day reactionary on the question of human rights. On this point you are in perfect accord with the late Senator Benjamin R. Tillman, and Mr. Thomas Dixon, Jr., author of The Clansman. This unintentional agreement, I am sure, will prove an uncomfortable one. The question of essential (Continued on page 8) AKE PERSONAL PUBLIC SCHOOLS crowded conditions noted. Armstrong was built to accommodate 400 students and now they have more than 800 enrolled. Dunbar was built for 1,200 students and there are more than 1600 enrolled. However, the committee expressed its gratification at the excellent work being done under adverse conditions at each of these high schools. The Garrison school on 12th Etreet, N. W. was also visited where the committee found several classes at this school on part time because of the crowded condition, notwithstanding there are 6 portables in the yard of the school. The school officials have asked for $140,000 for an addition to the Garrison school. The Garnet-Patterson group was visited and Senator King expressed his opinion that these buildings should be torn down and a modern buildings erected in their places. beaten and robbed of $$55 in cash, a watch valued at $150 and a diamond valued at $1,500. This crime was the outgrowth of an alleged attempt to rob Dr. A. B. Penn, of Alexandria, Va. Failing in that attempt, Bowie and Frye ran across Mr. Blake, whose car had broken down and took him into their car with the promise of taking him to a street car line, and then robbed him. This convictio necarries a sentence of three to fourteen years. Office: 920 U St., N. W. HOUSING CORPORATION ELECTS OFFICERS The Emergency Housing Association met Monday night and elected officers for the coming year. Rev. J. Milton Waldron, was re-elected president and Attorney William V. Mahoney, secretary. Mrs. Julia Mason Layton was elected second vice-president to take the place of Rev. A. C. Garner, who recently moved to New York City. The Association passed a resolution favoring the zoning of the alleys of the city, and the closing of one third of the houses in the alleys each year for the next three years. The City Commissioners favor this plan which will give the people more time in which to secrue homes and would not so greatly tax the already overcrowded housing facilities of the City. The Association also passed a resolution favoring the employment of a paid secretary t ohelp push the bill now before Congress which provides $6,000,000 with which to erect homes to take care of the people who must be provided for when the alley houses are vacated. MINER NORMAL SCHOOL ROBBED Hospital Room, Laboratories and Class Rooms Ransacked On last Monday night between the hours of 11 and 12 o'clock, James Chester Grice broke in and ransacked many rooms in Miner Normal School on Georgia Ave., N. W. Grice was arrested a day after the robbery by Detectives Bradley and Keck, while he was trying to dispose of some of the stolen property at a second hand store. Grice entered the school building by breaking a window on the south side of the north wing. After gaining entrance, he looted the hospital room and then continued throughout the building. In roms where the doors were locked, he gained admittance by breaking the glass and then unfastening the lock. It was in the laboratories that he secured most of his loot. From Prof. Gregory's room on the second floor, he stole a gold watch that Prof. Gregory used in his class room, which he valued highly because of its intrinsic value. From the laboratory he took four microscopes valued at $200 each. From the auditorium he took two projection lenses of a total value of $170. Among other articles taken was a pair of French army field glasses which belonged to Mr. Lane and was valued at $40. After being questioned at detective headquarters, Grice admitted that he had also robbed Webster school, Business High and Junior High School. TO PROMOTE TRADE IS AIM OF NEW COMMERCIAL LEAGUE The Commercial League of the Phyllis Wheatley Y. W. C. A., is a committee of Y. W. C. A. women whose object is the promotion of commercial trade among our people of the District, especially among the women and girls of the race. The ladies of the League wish to have it known that any person capable of making marketable articles of any kind which they may wish to sell, can by paying a small percentage, place their articles with the League and have them sold through the Y. W. C. A. The motto of the club is: "The opportunity is yours. If you have a good salary, add to it. If your salary is not so good, increase it. If you have no salary at all, then make one." The League had its formal opening October 17th and had quite a pretty showing of fancy work and other articles, and are ready now to receive and handle anything that may be sent in for sale. The ladies of the League are: Mrs. Cabiness, 1523 S St. N.W.; Mrs. Julia W. Hamilton, 320 U St. N.W.; Miss Anna Brooks, 1207 S St. N.W.; Mrs. McAda, the Y. W. C. A. 901 R. I. I. Ave. N. W.; Mrs. L. T. Taylor, 1003 Kenvon St. N.W.; Mrs. Lomack, 1922 15th St. N. W.; Mrs. Hamlin, 1713 T St. N. W.; Mrs. Stokes, 1826 4th St. N. W.; Miss M. C. Manuel, 1940 N. H. Ave. N. W. Circulation Books Open To All PRICE 5 CENTS CONVENTION OF COMMITTEE OF SEVEN A SUCCESS Large Crowds Attend Each Session. Leaders From 14 States Present The Race Meeting held at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church Thursday and Friday, Dec. 8 and 9th, under the auspices of the Committee of Seven, was one of men and women gathered from all over the country and will go down in history as one of the most far-reaching toward inspiring race pride, race loyalty and race confidence in the accomplishment of political, economical, educational and civic justice ever held. This "meeting of minds" was called for the purpose of presenting to the Armament Conference now in session in this city, a petition which sets forth the economic, political, civil, educational disabilities of the colored people in this country and the condition of the colored people in foreign lands. Another purpose of the conference was to work out a common platform for race action and cooperation. The meeting began Thursday with representatives from 19 states, South Africa, Canada and West Indies. Three sessions were held daily. The speeches delivered showed sincerity and expressed determination; and the appreciation shown by the hearers at each of the sessions, impressed one as coming from a people who had made a new consecration to a cause that is dearer than life—human justice. C. W. Abbington, of Dallas, Texas, in speaking of conditions in his section, said that the colored people out his way are becoming very much dissatisfied with their condition and are asking for a man's chance in this land of the free and home of the brave. J. R. Ransom, of Wichata, Kans., said: "The disadvantage of the Negro in America should be thrashed out here and our plea placed before this world conference." L. A. Townsley, of Atlanta, Ga., expressed the opinion that no body of people or race ever secured their rights without fighting for them. One of the most inspiring addresses was that of the Hon. Charles Edward Russell, of New York, the noted Socialist speaker and writer. He said in part: "The solution of this problem lies in you. To obtain your political freedom and civic justice, you must struggle and fight for it." Then he took up the power and possibilities which could be obtained by united effort. He said: "The greatest hindrance that you have is the fact that you are not united. The Irish have just obtained their liberty after fighting for 700 years and it was brought about by unity; 3,500,000 Irishmen have upset the whole United Kingdom of Great Britain and there are more than 12,000,000 colored people in America who if they were united and determined on obtaining their political freedom and civic justice, would obtain their object much sooner than Ireland did. For the sake of the love of God, for the love of Liberty, for your own good, for the good of your children and your children's children stand together at the pells and fight like men. Vote for your own interest all the time. Consider the welfare of your race above all others and make a determined fight for this welfare." In speaking of this democracy, Mr. Russell said: "There can be no democracy with ten per cent of the people unrepresented. One tenth of the population of this country is colored and yet not a single representative in the House of Congress." Mr. Russell advised his hearers "to plunge ahead with courage and determination for the accomplishment of the justice that is due you. Cowards never won liberty. This cause is right and just and nothing should turn you back. You fail in persistent effort." Speaking of outrages, he said, "No outrage against colored people should go without your recorded protest." 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First of all, I desireto say, that just such a statement as made in paragraph 3, where the author states; “Johnson had been ridiculed by certain Negro propaganda sheets, who without investigating the cause or reason for rejection ‘of Mr. John- son, have sided with Cracker Watson,” does more harm than good, so far as the race is concerned. Our newspa- pers should begin now to cease fight- ing each other. Our newspaper men should get together and agree. It is indisputably known by every LOYAL- TRUE Negro, by every Negro Press, by every genuine whole-hearted race man, that Henry “Link” Johnson sac- rificed himself, sold his chances as the biggest man in his race, when he al- lowed his name to be used for the Federal post of Recorder of Deeds. Henry “Link” Johnson, of his own free will, deliberately stated that he wanted no position, that he sought nothing and his presence was to ad vise his people. Had Johnson “stuck” to his statement, he would have never been ridiculed by Tom Watson, sena- tor of Georgia. If these charges are not true, that Tom Watson alleged and caused the Senate Committee to report all to a man unfavorable, wh doesn’t Johnson refute them. If they are not so, Johnson is aware of thi fact, he has redress at law. I do not deny the fact that Johnson has not done some good for some, per- haps many members of the race, but I cannot help believing, Johnson, poli- tically killed himself, He knew of this indictment for embezzlement; he knew of these charges of accepting money from two factions of the Re publican Party—he knew just how much truth were in them. Knowing all of this—and as a National Com. mitteeman with a chance of being the recognized leader of the race, wh didn't Johnson inform the Senat Committee or the President, he dic not care for the Federal position per THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1921 offer? I can see but one answer to this question and here it is—GREED —SELF AGGRANDIZEMENT—The temptation $4,500 was too big, he couldn't let it go! He was too Jit- tle to offer it to some other member of his race and be a REAL ADVISER FOR and LEADER OF his Race. This act of “Link” Johnson does not put him in a class to himself, but on the contrary, we are confronted with MANY of this kind— Jumped up-two- by-four political leaders, just the kind the American white man admires. This DEFEAT, not sacrifice of HEN- RY LINCOLN JOHNSON should be a lesson to the race. What the race should begin to do RIGHT NOW, is to weed out this class—these old time Negro politi- cians, who bow to a white man, sec- onds whatever a white man says for a DOLLAR and seeks a petty job for himself, obtains, and then allows the ‘white man to run the job. The race needs a TRUE and TRIED Man, one who will not be bribed, bought, con- trolled or forced to BOW and BEND because a white man commands. The race needs a MAN of RED BLOOD, fearless, courageous, brave and bold, the kind who is not afraid of a white man, does not believe he owes the Republican party any more than the Party owes him, and will advise his race to vote for JUSTICE in lieu of the Republican party. ‘The race needs a MAN, sturdy, tactiful, logical and thoughtful—a MAN for the race and not for DOLLARS—a MAN for his people instead of a JOB for himself— a MAN with Christ in his soul, Blood of Justice in his eyes, a Burning fire of love and Equity in his heart for his race—a MAN who will not falter but will FIGHT. ‘The Colored people should take no stock in news of this article furnished by Mr. Skinner in a local paper, nor jshould they pay attention to bits of news this artiele furnish. Because Henry Lincoln Johnson has defeated himself and because the Republicans didn’t confirm him, it seems that Mr. Johnson's friends can now see what the Colored people should do at the polls next November and November 1924. Messrs. Johnson and Howard wrote Mr. Pollard a letter not so long ago, advising the lafter not to organ. ize a National Negro Party, because the Republican Party has the RIGHT old ship, and the Grand Old Party wa: seb, ‘and we, the race should stay ‘gn board; Now that “Link” has beer | thrown overboard, Mr. Skinner, etals are of the opinion that for this ACT of crucifixion of Johnson, we the race should tear up the Republican Party. If I must say it, then I MUST. It is just this class of Negroes the race should dispose of. Such leadership of the old school, like “Link” Johnson, W. T. Vernon, Napier, Bill McDonald, Gilchrist Stewart, Chas. Anderson, Judson Lyons, J. R. Hawkins, W. H. Jernagin, Perry Howard, E. J. Scott and many others of this type, posing as leaders, are but hindrances to the race. If the race would pull together and these two-bit Negroes either turn to be men or get out of the way, why such an inaugural move as that of the Hon. Joseph Pollard will compel the Republican party to bid for our vote or forever go down in defeat. To stick together, the Race holds the balance of power in their possession. In the name of God and for our own Good, for God sake and for the sake of yourself, STOP following after ‘Link’ Johnson and this two-bit leadership class and be a RACE. ‘The Race needs a Leader! For once. Let's come together, pick a man and elect him as our Leader, in lieu of having the Caucasian race designate for us, a Leader. When one is desig- nated for us by the white man, you shouldn't expect him to be a MAN, because he’s white-man picked. In the FORTY EIGHT States of this Union, we have Colored people—Can’t we get in touch with these FORTY- |EIGHT States and call a meeting, "ask each State to send so many dele- gates to a given place at a given time ‘for the purpose of electing a LEADER for the RACE. It's lamentable and ‘disgraceful—Think of it! Fifty-eight years of Freedom and we have never ‘elected a LEADER! | The Race, ere this righteous defeat of Henry “Link” Johnson, had decided |what steps they intended to take in | the political world, next November— |The decision was reached after the Race had learned the President's poli- |cy and attitude, It seems that the | President is of the opinion that the Republican party can win without the Negro—The President thinks that he has broken the Solid South and that ‘he will have the Solid South's sup- | port next November 1924. Mr. Hard ing is dreaming now, he is also on his flowery bed of ease, but mind, he may not have it as nice as “Bill” Taft, for Taft did have a continuous Republican Congress for the four years he was president. ‘Taft figured on the Solid South. He ; * ) ° ° ° 0) : This will be the Nineteen Hundred | . . S EF | and Twenty-first Christmas = | ; ° we . | But the Christmas Spirit Never Grows Old § Every one likes a little joy during the month in which our great Saviour was i born, either in the form of a family reunion, acting Santa Claus, thus filling the child- ren full of joy and laughter, or dining with one’s fiancee in happy anticipation of the fu- {J ! ture occurrence. Xs o You doubtless have not thought about where you are going to do your shopping. Let {M) ¥ us suggest that you come to The IMPERIAL COMMERCIAL COMPANY, at the com- W pany’s expense, where you will get the best service that we can give, and merchandise jf j at a reasonable price. @ ' ‘ 12 dozen hats on sale next Tuesday and Wednesday for $2.00. These are just or- " j dinary $3.00. 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THOMAS SODERS OUR WEAKNESS AS A RACE IN POLITICS To the Editor of The Tribune: All over the United States from the North to the South, the East to the West, the one great ambition of the Negro is to enter politics. This is a great ambition, one that all na- tions are interested in, one that caused the Romans, the Greeks and the Jews of by gone days to slaughter and kill their men as if they were dogs; one that caused the great statesmen dur- ing the Revolutionary period to stand up and defy the laws and rules of England and one that will cause the Negro to demand from the United States through their Economical and Educational intellect. We as a race are weak, we know it and our white friends know it. They know how to keep us weak, but we can overcome this weakness if we hit it on the right side. Some leaders of our race seem to think that the way to overcome this weakness is by nomi- nating men of our race (and men of the white race that say they are our friends) to hold high offices such as Governor of a State, as representa- tives to the House of Representative and as senators to the House of Sen- ate. They vote for these men and send them to fill these offices but they never get the expected satisfaction. ‘This same thing goes on from year to year and yet our people fail to see that they are not getting the desired result thereby attaining but little suc- ‘cess by this method. But is there an- other way to gain a foot hold in poli- ties? That is the question before us to-day. IS THERE ANOTHER WAY? Dear members of the Negro Race, i say, ‘there is.” During the Revolutionary period the colonies were in the same or worse condition then we are today. They had the ability to govern themselves Economically, Politically and Socially but our people as a race has not this ability. They organized themselves as one body, demanding their rights as free and independent from all pow- ers of the world. They know. what they wanted and they got it. The Negro of the United States wants ‘equal rights Economically and Polit- ically but haven't found a way to get them. I might stop here and mention a few ways to get a foot hold in poli- ties: 1. By giving our children the best of education. 2. By studying the economical con- ditions of all the other races, revise them and apply them to ourselves. 3. By taking a strong hold in fi- nance and commerce. \ 4. By electing colored members to the Board of Education in our cities, 5. By paying taxes and knowing what we are paying them for. 6. By getting the same results from these taxes in our community as the white race gets. 8. By knowing for whom and what you are voting when you cast your ballot. 9. By voting for the man that will serve the race as a majority and-not the few individuals as has been the eustom heretofore. 10. By co-operating with the colored enterprises in our community. The above mentioned points are a few of the many ways to demand re- spect from any nation and once you get their respect you can demand your rights. So it behooves the twelve million Negroes of the United States to take a special interest in everything that concerns the race. When we have mastered the prob- ANNOUNCING The,Opening of a New Store Mayer B. Dodek, until recently a stockholder and general manager of the Dodek Clothing and Furniture Co., announces his withdrawal from the above company and the opening ofa store at 1528 7th St., N.W., with a full line of Ready-to-Wear Garments for Men, Women and Children. Mr. M. B, Dodek will be glad to greet his friends and patrons at his new store. Get your Christmas Clothing from 1528 7th St., N.W. near O St. MayerB.Dodek Ready{To Wear Garments Easy Credit Terms lems. above we will than be in posi- tion to demand and get respect and equal rights from’every nation on the face of the globe. HOWARD K. JOHNSON 12th ST. ‘¥” NOTES On Sunday, September 18, promptly at 4 p.m. in the lobby of the 12th Street Branch, Young Men’s Christian Association, Rev. Channin H. Tobias, a member of the International Com- mittee (Colored Men’s Department) Young Men's Christian Association of North America will speak on “Con- ditions in Central Europe as they Af- fect the Present World Situation.” Rev. Tobias has recently returned from abroad where he visited France, Italy, Germany, England, etc., etc, and he has a story well worth hearing. No one should miss hearing Rev. Tobi- as on this subect. All are invited, npladieer: tadiee:” .chieeledion: Oven. IF IT’S A HOUSE CONSULT W. H. TUCKER REAL ESTATE 1732 Fourteenth St., N. W. Phone North 4938. se Phone North 6554-W JOHN M. MURRAY Paper Hanger and Interior Decorator 920 U Street, N. W. 1 : ; y 4 ; DYE IT BROW? °R BLUE Wellington A. Adams Director Columbia Conservatory of Music " TILLIAN EVANS-TIBBS {MUSIC WEEK PLANS EVENTFU One of Washington’s most popular musicians has entered the field of music composition whose initial piece shows marked talent and taste. The composition is a song entitled “I wish you would always smile,” arranged in three keys for high, medium and low voices with lyrie by Dow McClain (white) and musical setting by Mrs. Lillian Evans-Tibbs, wife of Professor Roy W. Tibbs of Howard Conserva- tory of Music. The melody for voice carries a flowing legato-movement of tender feeling, quiet, but appeal- ing in its progression, reaching a warm climax toward the close. The arpeggio style predominates through- out the accompaniment, the first verse abounding in chromatic and leaking sixteenths while the second verse closes with swiftly moving chords of sixteenths mostly in descending pas- sages. The two-voice arrangement gives added interest to the closing and works out in vigorous form. The song should appeal to persons of mu- sical discrimination and prove a splen- did forerunner to future compositions from the pen of this young lady com- poser, On sale at local music stores. s HOW TO GET WHAT YOU WANT. AndSUC- CESS and HAPPINESS are 2 wonderful little books’ that you should have. They tell how to gain money, health, hap- piness, success in love, marriage, busi- hss and other things of help, SPECIAL COMBINOTION OFFER ‘The 2 wonderful little books, the helping hand messenger, a helping hand parchment prayer and 2 boxes of the great Indian Temple incense Powder with directions how to use, all for $1.12. 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Nemo Hygienic-Fashion Institute 1 7, 16 St. New York, Dep't MUSIC WEEK PLANS EVENTFUL Director Robert Lawrence, general organizer of Washington's first music week, held last spring, was in town last week busily engaged in mapping out plans for the next music week in Washington which will surpass the first effort. The second music week will be held from May 28 to June 3, 1922, In order to insure big- ger success he cancelled dates in three large cities that plans in the making may carry on well for~ Washington. Washington will be made permanent in organization as a center for music with five community centers perma- nently established, comprising three white and two colored, Birney and Dunbar High Centers. Weekly pro- grams ‘will be presented not only in community singing but as well by artists in concert and the presentation of higher class music. Another im- portant feature is the formation of community concerts, separate and dis- tinct from the established band con- certs, in the public parks of Washing- ton during the summer. In a later statement Mr. Lawrence said: “My principal object is to raise the popular appreciation for music to the highest point attainable.” Dunbar Song Leaders plans Mrs. Gabrielle Pelham, president ‘of the Dunbar Song Leaders and as- sistant secretary Community Centers, has mapped out an elaborate plan for music week by inaugurating a Negro Music Composition Contest for Prizes, successful numbers to be performed daring music week in concert by spe- cial artists. These compositions will form a nucleus for a permanent music library at Dunbar of Negro Compo- sitions. Already several of the lead- ing Colored composers have entered the contest with varied compositions and prospects are that a brilliant ar- ray of Negro talent will be exhibited here during music week that may as- tound the country. Local talent should grasp this wonderful opportunity as compositions of any and all kinds may be submitted, vocal, instrumental, wind, string, etc. ‘My Dear Brethren, Greeting: One year ago you conferred upon me the exalted honor as Master; speaking in the most earnest manner your appreciation of me as a Master Mason and an expectation that I would uphold the Cherished tradition of the “Craft,” and looking forward for another successful Masonic year for Warren Lodge, No, 8, as was had in 1920. | You all can but agree, that such has been accomplished and enjoyed by the Lodge, through the providence of our Supreme Grand Master above. I would be derelict in not realizing jand thanking the Officers of my Cabi. ;net and the Brethren generally in their loyal support during my admin- istration, for without it I could have but failed. Through “Divine Providence” the hand of the dread messenger death has been stayed during the past 12 months, and those of our brethren who have been incapacitated by sick- ness have received that generous relief which is known only to this fraterni- ty and so eminently represented by this Lodge. : Of a truth it can be said that “Peace and Harmony” prevailed. The attendance upon the Regular and Snec- ial Communications by the present and past Officers was good and too muck praise cannot be given to those whe made sacrifices in order to uphold the principles of the Order. The brethren of this Lodge hav demonstrated their interest to marked degree and lead me to th: belief that they stand ready and will. ing to support my successor in all that he may attempt for the unbuild. ing of this Lodge and the order ir general. Finance ~ The finances of the Lode have beer zealously guarded and the Treasury is now in a healthy condition. | Amount in Bank $489.22 Amon | awaiting action of Bankin~ Committee $471.25, making a grand total of baseaad: NGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1921 Stock At the beginning of the year, Stock Certificates to the value of $2,671.04 in the New Masonic Hall Association was in the hands of the Treasurer, since that time the Lodge added to its holdings-$830.00 more making a grand total of $3,501.04. Charity ‘The amount of $341.50 have been ex- pended among the sick and widows of our deceased brothers showing that we have carried out that cardinal Masonic Virtue “Charity” to a high degree. : Communications 12 Regular and 7 special were held during the year 11 dispensations granted by the M. W. Grand Master for Work, ete. Work During the year 46 entered, 44 pass- ed and 48 raised to the 8.D. of MM. This does not include work performed for sister Lodges. Rejections 2, Dropped 3, Affiliated 1, I must at this point express. my earnest appreciation for the untiring zeal and faithful service rendered by the Secretary Bro. Robert Hayden, P. M,, in the manifold duties of his of- fice executing them with dispatch which redowns with credit to himself and honor to Warren Lodge. The same can be said of our able Treasurer Bro. Joseph V. Getts, P.M. and the Lodge would do well to re- tain them in their respective Offices for the ensuing year. Sermons Sermons were preached to the Lodge as follows: Sunday April 17, 1921 at Mt. Zion Church by Rev. Bro. W. T. Downs. Sunday October 16, 1921 at Mt. Bethel Church by Rev. Bro. Catlett. Both being well attended by the breth. ren, Recommendations 1, That during the ensuing year, all brethren make it their special care to keep paid up on the books of the Lolire. 0. that 10. injustice may be done it in carrying a large amount due it from them. 2. That all brethren take a healthy interest in the activities of the “Setting Maul Club,” for through its activities the Lodge will de- rive much benefit and from which it expects to secure its future officers. Conclusion ‘This my brethren is an account of my stewardship, how well I have suc- ceeded you all know. I've tried to perform the duty of Master to the best of my ability, perhaps some mistakes have been made. It is but human to Err, but Divine to forgive and in relinquishing that station of high honor, the Fast, I carry with me that happy satisfaction of having tried to serve my brethren truly and well aiid the knowledge that my ef- forts were not in vain. Respectfully submitted THOMAS W. JORDAN, W. M. To Warren Lodge No.8 FLA. A. M. Officers elected for 1922 are as fol- lows: Wm. H. Westray, W. M.; Thos. W. Parks, S. W.; Samuel P. Morrow. J. W.; Robt. Hayden, Sec’y; Joseph V. Getts, Treas.; Thos. C. Bowler, S. D.; Robt. Willioms, J. D.; J. A. Gil- bert, 8. S.; R. G. Barbour; J, S.; F. W. Robinson, 8. M. C.; J. Tilghman, J. M. G; C. A. Smoot, Marshall; W. E. Bell, Tiler; G. G. Lucas, Chaplain; F. We Brown, Organist. TO-GETHF? Local No. 148 National Federatior of Postal Clerks of the Washingtor City post office held its annual in. stallation Wednesday, Nov. 16, 1921 at the Y. M. ©. A. building, 1816 12th Street. The event being celebrated by « smoker, an interesting program wa: prepared by the program committe: headed by Mr. H. L. Derrieote wh« acted as Master of Ceremonies. After the recular order of business Mr. W. H. Webb.the retiring: presi dent surrendered the chair, and his successor Mr. E. W. Harrison was in stalled. The Slogan of the new presi dent in his inaugural address was harmony and a tundred per cent Lo cal, that is, all clerks in the Wash. ington City nest off'ce enroll them: selves as members of the Local. Mr. J. V. Stevenson read an in- tevestiny parer on the history of th Federation. Addresses were made b Mr. W. 0. Walker, managiny ed's of the Washinvton Tr'bune M-. N W. Magowan, formerly president o’ Bite oad Bonen Cant 0 C, H. Davis, president of P. 0. R. A. No. 2 and Dr. 'T. W. Turner, Ph.D., of Howard University. Mr. E. C. West and his committee served a boun- tiful repast. The program was in- terspersed with delightful selections of music rendered by the Post Office Orchestra of which Messrs. A. W. Bell and C. L. Visor are moving spirits. The Local also has_a Relief Asso- ciation attached. The members paid this year $5.85 and drew a dividend of $5.83 for 9 months operation. ‘The Washington Post Office also boasts of two other relief associations. P. 0. R. A. No. 2 at its annual meet- ing Monday, Nov. 28, reported thru its Financial Secretary Mr. ©. W. Harrison, a membersrip of 178, re- ceipts for the year $2719.00, disburse- ments $1290.59, balance in treasury for dividends $1428.41; dividend paid $9.21. Officers elected and installed for next year are: Capt. C. C. H. Davis, president; R. S. Culley, vice president; E. W. Harrison, financial secy.; J. Minor, treas. Associate Members of the Board, J. M. Botts, J. S. George, M. A. Goodrich, C. H. McKenney and R. J. Pollard, Messrs. McKenney and Pollard being the only new officers. No. 1 through its Financial Seere- tary Mr. Westray reported 219 mem- bers, receipts for the year $3124.50, disbursements $1391,57, bal. in treas- ury $1732.93, dividend $9.42. Mr. W. H. Webb retired as Presi- dent. Messrs. J. E. Thomas, W. H. Westray and W. H. Cowan were in- eligible for re-election according to Constitution to the offices of Record- ing Secretary, Financial Secretary and Treasurer respectively. The fol- lowing officers were elected and in- stalled: J. E. Slaughter, pres.; R. S. Culley, viee-pres.; Miss Helen Baylor, ree. secy.; C. W. Alexander, fin. secy.; and W. H. Westray, treas. Board of Directors, D. Spriggs, P. W. Ship- pen, R. J. Pollard, Capt. C. C. H. Da- vis, C. D. Myers, Jabez Lee and C. A. Booker. No. 1 set a precedent by electing a lady to office for the first time in its history. “Y” CONFERENCE AT oT” CONPERENUE At CINCINNATI Cincinnati, Ohio—The twentieth National Conference, Colored Men’s Department of the Young Men’s Christian Association of North Ameri- ca, held at Cincinnati, December 1st to 4th, was a great success. More than two hundred delegates from all over the country were present, Dr. J. E, Moorland, Senior Secretary of the Colored Men’s Department, pre- sideds gt all pf the sessions. Dr. John R. Mott, General Secretary of the Iné ternational Committee, opened the Conference with an address on “Chris- tian Brotherhood, the Hope of the World.” EDMUND HILL, JR., Attorney IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA George W. Grice vs. William Albert Price and the Unknown heirs of Annie Hoffler, Deceased. No. 38747, Equity Doc. The object of this suit is to reform a deed of trust from Annie Hoffler to Thomas Walker, et al, dated March 16, 1916, recorded August 7, 1916, in Liber 8888, folio 473, one of the Land Records of the District of Columbia, so far as the description of Lot 824 in Square 5869, therein described is concerned by making the same con- form to the description of said Lot in a certain deed. in fee from John Dagegs, et ux, to Cecelia Gant, dated, May 28, 1895, recorded in Liber 2028, Folio 30, one of the Land Records of the District of Columbia, said last mentioned description being as fol- lows “Lot numbered Five (5) in Dage’s Subdivision of Lot Numbered Six (6) Section one (1) of Barry's Farm Es- tate, and more fully described as fol- lows: BEGINNING for the same at a stone on the Northeast bound of ori- ginal Lot 6, Section 1. and running (1) 8. 87 degrees 42 minutes W. 13.58 feet; thence with lot 6 of Dage’s Subdivision (2) S. 2 derrees 21 min- utes E. 65.32 feet to Lot 4. of Dage’s Subdivis‘on, and with said lot (3) N, 87 degrees 39 minutes F. 67.06 feet to original outline and with said outline (4) N. 1 degree 26 monutes W. 15.08 feet to a stene +) N 47 degrees 2 minutes W. 7065 feet to the begin- ine Contain ne 2° 2 -quare feet ac- cording ta survey of Subd’ vision made oo Wim 4d Latimer recorded in Liber Alt Foleo 18% of the Recorder's MAGIC NEVER FAIL WONDERFUL HAIR GROWER. 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D. 1921, or- dered that the defendants, the un- known heirs or devisees of Annie Hoffler, deceased cause their appear- ance to be entered herein on or before ee bs boy 7 us 7 ON nee os mr aN pie Pi aye a4 Be sae eye ee aN ee et ee Bs Die ee oti: ee ee eel Eh ee Oe ci ME ers Suet epi ee Leree these 2 be: jy Wie aa CaN al the first day occurring after the ex- piration of three months from this date, otherwise the cause will be pro- ceeded with as in case of default. Provided, a copy of this order be pub- lished twice a month for three months in the Washington Law Reporter, and The Washington Tribune before said day. WENDELL P. STAFFORD, Justice Test: MORGAN H. BEACH, Clerk OLD EAST INDIAN HAIR POMADE If you want long, straight and beautiful hair, use an old East Indian Hair Pomade. They are wonderful and quick.» If your hair is off on the sides, harsh and kinky and will not grow go to your druggist and get you an old East Indian Hair Pomade and Tonic. If it is gray this will res- tore it to original color and give you a beautiful head of hair. It is good for men and women. It is prepared by an old East Indian hair specialist who has devoted his entire life as a scalp specialist. Don’t experiment any longer. Thousands of women have been beautified by this wonderful treatment. Pomade, 25¢. Tonie, 75e. at all druggists. Dr. Napper, 7th and U, Dr. McGuire, 9th and U, all the People’s, O’Donnels, all the Associated Drug Stores. Be sure you get the old East Indian Hair Pomade and Tonie. Don’t let your druggist give ‘Tonis East Indian or Jones East Indian. Ask him to give you the old East In- dian Hair Pomade and Tonic. $1.00. No order received for less than one dozen pomades, $2.00. THEATRES AMUSEMENTS SPORTS The next meet will be Dec. 19 between 10 a. m. and 11 p. m. Keen interest is shown by all clubs as each feels confident of receiving the prize of a turkey. JABS AND SIDESTEPS (Bv Quentin) laws: Geo. Newman led in No. 1 club; W. Christian and A. Smith tied in No. 2 Club H. S. Williams led in No. 3 club; Toy Crawford led in No. 4 club. Monday Dec. 12th, the games ended as follows: J. L. Wood led in No. 1 club; M. F. Johnson led in No. 2 club; J. W. Gaskins led in No. 3 club; M. Bacon in No. 4 club. Panama Joe Gans, issued a sleep potion to Frank Patullo, Monday night at Columbus, O. Willie Walker and Joe Lewis are scheduled for a fifteen round match this week at the Fifteenth Regt. Armory in New York for the middle weight championship of the National Guard. BASKET BALL The Springfield Collegiates vs Carlisle Big 5 Dunbar High School, Thursday, December 22nd T BALL giates vs Carlisle Big 5 thursday, December 22nd BASKET BALL Dunbar High School, Thursday, December 22nd Jennifers Society Orchestra Theatre beginning at 6:30 sats 15c and Tuesday The Show" AND LILA LEE stage. Of those who make it prey upon it. Thursday 1 3" turing— and KATHRYN ADAMS story of the age. No one can advance. TOREY in Golden Hope" woman can comfort a woman. honestly love another man. Howard Theatre Continuous Show beginning at All Seats 15c Sunday, Monday and Tuesday William de Mille's Production— "After The Show" with JACK HOLT AND LILA LEE A glowing romance of the stage. Of those w and those who prey upon it. Wednesday and Thursday "813" An Arsene Lupin Story, featuring— WEDGWOOD NOWELL and KATHRYN The most baffling mystery story of the age. solve it in advance. Friday EDITH STOREY in "The Golden Hope" There are times when only a woman can comfort How a married woman can honestly love another Continuous Show beginning at 6:30 All Seats 15c Sunday, Monday and Tuesday William de Mille's Production— with JACK HOLT AND LILA LEE A glowing romance of the stage. Of those who make it and those who prey upon it. An Arsene Lupin Story, featuring— WEDGWOOD NOWELL and KATHRYN ADAMS The most baffling mystery story of the age. No one can solve it in advance. There are times when only a woman can comfort a woman. How a married woman can honestly love another man. The most Beautiful woman in America— RURYE DE REMER in 9th Episode of "The Invisible Ray." EVERY WEDNESDAY—THE ARISTOCRAT SERIALS—"THE MYSTERY MIND." THE ARISTOCRAT OF ALL TERY MIND." EVERY WEDNESDAY—THE ARISTOCRAT OF ALL SERIALS—"THE MYSTERY MIND." A FREE TICKET TO ANYONE PURCHASING A TICKET TUESDAYS WHICH MAY BE USED DAY. THE PASS IS GOOD FOR THE N SHOWS ONLY. S.H.DUDLEY AMUSEMENT ASING A TICKET ON MAY BE USED ANY OOD FOR THE NIGHT UDLEY EMENTS TO ANYONE PURCHASING A TICKET ON TUESDAYS WHICH MAY BE USED ANY DAY. THE PASS IS GOOD FOR THE NIGHT SHOWS ONLY. S.H.DUDLEY AMUSEMENTS The Dudley U St., near 12th OLLIE BURGOYNE and HER BROWN-SKIN VAMPS Shows 6 to 11 P. M. --- 353 11 27 44 W POOL TOURNAMENT AROUSES INTEREST The Tournament held at 32 H St., N. E., of which Mr. Jonas E. Mitchell is manager, met Monday Dec. 5th and 12th between 10 A. M. and 11 P. M. in 4 clubs with 5 players in each club, Monday Dec. 5th Games ended as follows: Geo. Newman led in No. 1 club; W. Christian and A. Smith tied in No. 2 Club H. S. Williams led in No. 3 club; Toy Crawford led in No. 4 club. Monday Dec. 12th, the games ended as follows: J. L. Wood led in No. 1 club; M. F. Johnson led in No. 2 club; J. W. Gaskins led in No. 3 club; M. Bacon in No. 4 club. Subscription Saturday MID-CITY GERTIE MILLER TRIO Clean, Classy Singing and Dancing CROSBY and CROSBY The Comedy Duo First Appearance in this City Shows 4 to 11 P. M. OWNED BY OPERATED BY BENEFIT OF THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1921 PEOPLE PEOPLE PEOPLE Sports of all Sorts Sports of all Sorts Coach Taylor Picks (Coach Leon W. Taylor, All-Ohio Conference fullback for two years from Oberlin University, and head football coach at Wilberforce University, has picked the first "All-American" team of the year. Coach Taylor has given much time and thought to the picking of his team and the result is, that he has picked a team that will be hard to beat by any other expert.—Ed.) (By Leon W. Taylor) We now come to the greatest of all late fall in-door sports, the picking of honor foot-ball teams. From Walter Camp's All-Americans, universally recognized but not universally approved, down to the high-school and even amateur mythical elevens, each confluence or association must have its honor team at the end of the season. In a way it is very reasonable. Players who have starred throut the season should receive recognition for their ability. It is easily seen that no one can watch all games and all players in action; such is a physical impossibility, and in the shuffle it is always possible that some players will be overlooked. Foot-ball fans, however, demand the picking of a representative team, each member of which is the best at his position. It has been done herein by personal observation, and by obtaining the opinions of coaches and officials, the ones in the best positions to watch the men on the field. To what extent the team, as picked, is a representative one is always a debatable point. Throughout all the highest circles of Negro collegiate football-dom the one outstanding feature in selecting an All-American team was the noticeable abundance of star backfield men. Each team had one or two real stars. The line men, however, seem to be just of the average. This phenomenon, if it can be called by that name, partly explains the fact that practically every eleven, possibly excepting Howard prior to the Lincoln game, had a much better offense than defense, and also explains the big scores rolled up in most of the games. Because of the honor due to the abundance of high ranking men left after selecting two teams we have chosen a third team. First Team Skinker, Lincoln .....Right End Fuller, Howard .....Right Tackle Bellinger, Lincoln .....Right Guard Dabney, Hampton .....Center Barkesdale, Union .....Left Guard Williams, Lincoln .....Left Tackle Tripp, (Capt.) Wilberforce ..Left End Kean, Howard .....Quarter Back Law, Lincoln .....Left Half Back Johnson, Fisk .....Right Half Back Edwards, Talladega .....Full Back Second Team Nurse, Howard .....Right End Long, Fisk .....Right Tackle Roberts, Wilberforce ..Right Guard Jackson, Morris Brown .....Center Brooks, Howard .....Left Guard J. B. Coleman, Hampton..Left Tackle Holland, West Va. .....Left End McClain, Lincoln .....Quarter Back Fentress, Union .....Left Half Back Hurd, Wilberforce ..Right Half Back Huff, Wilberforce ..Full Back Third Team Brown, Wilberforce . . . . . . Right End Wood, Lincoln . . . . . . Right Tackle Butler, Wilberforce . . . . . . Right Guard Stuart Simmons . . . . . . Center Green, Lincoln . . . . . . Left Guard Jones, Union . . . . . . Left Tackle Crudop, Lincoln . . . . . . Left End Mumford, Wilberforce . Quarter Back Doneghy, Howard . . Left Half Back Coston, Lincoln . . . . Right Half Back Payne, Howard . . . . . . Full Back Roll of Honor Ends: Young, Howard; Mann, Hampton; Fisher, Wilberforce. Tackles: Shearin, Wilberforce; Hammond, Union; Colby, Va. Theological Seminary. Guards: J. T. Coleman, Hampton; Johnson, Union; Slade, Va. Theological Seminary. Centers: Holton, Howard; McGee, Wilberforce; Carter, Lincoln. Quarterback: Gordon, Talledega; Smith, Hampton, Harris, Fisk. Backfield Men: Parr, Lincoln; Contee, Howard; A. Jackson, Union; Sedwick, Wilberforce. Howard Freshmen Defeat Dunbar (By A. L. Richardson) Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock, the Dunbar High School's squad met the Freshman squad on Howard campus. The game was witnessed by the entire student body and faculty of both schools. There were also many friends from the city in attendance. The game was won by Howard by the score of 14 to 7. The game was officiated by letter men of the Varsity squad, Kean was referee; Fuller, umpire; Bipp Brook, timer; and Carter, head linesman. Payne coached the Freshman team. Coach Morrison, and assistant Trigg were busily observing the men in action. Synopsis Howard kicked to Dunbar, and Dunbar ran back the kick for five yards. In the first scrimmage, Carpenter of the Freshmen team received a fractured leg and was carried off the field. There was a kicking rally consistent throughout the quarter by both teams. There was no scoring in the first quarter. In the second quarter the Freshmen played a good offensive game. They brought the ball from their 45 yard line to within 7 yards of Dunbar's goal. At that point on a fourth down, Cook tried a pass to Bright which was caught by Walker of Dunbar who ran 65 yards through a clear field for a touchdown. Dunbar kicked goal. Score for quarter: Dunbar 7; Freshmen 0. In the third quarter, there was hard playing. Dunbar played defensive ball, while Howard worked hard on the offensive. Dakes, kicked well for Howard. The quarter ended with no scoring. Howard Freshies grew strong in the fourth quarter. They came back with determination and pep. They fought their way under the shadow of Dunbar's goal. Jackson ran around Dunbar's right end 17 yards for a touchdown. Cook kicked goal. There was only five minutes to play. Howard kicked to Dunbar. Drew received the kick and lost the ball on tackle. Howard recovered and advanced the ball within scoring distance, but lost it on downs. Dunbar tried to kick out of danger. Bright blocked the kick and made a touchdown for Howard. Cooked kicked goal, as the teams made ready for the next scrimage, the whistle blew. Trigg for Dunbar received a fractured leg from first kick off in 2nd half. There were many others who received injuries. Jackson, Bright and Cook played stellar ball for Howard; while Drew, Trigg and Walker played good ball for Dunbar. Final score: Dunbar 7; Howard, 14. St. Paul Elects Rivers Captain Lawrenceville, Va.-At the football banquet held in the Long Island Domestic Science Building on Tuesday evenin, December 6th, Jarratt D. Rivers, '23, was elected captain of the 1922 football team by a unanimous vote. Rivers, the stalwart and aggressive center, has been a varsity man for three years. The selection of him was by no means a surprise to football adherents. The election of a youth of his calibre for the 1922 captaincy of St. Paul Normal and Industrial School's football team bids fair for a great football season in 1922 on East Hill. Pursuant to the recommendation of the insignia committee, Rev. J. Alvin Russell, A. M., vice-principal and chairman of the athletic council, awarded the following named young men the block "St. P.": Abernathy, Allen, Beverley, Blackwell, Brinkley, Brooks, Burrell, Collins, Dabney, Green, Maddux (Capt.), Martin, Parker, Rivers, Spady, "Judge" Vaughan, Walker, L. Williams, W. Williams. The banquet was a surprise to the 28 boys qualified to attend. They were elated, and one could easily discern that the unprecedented affair would be an incentive to greater efforts. The 23 guests audibly sanctioned the nature of the entertainment. They stated that though it was a surprise it was certainly appropriate and given it an opportune time, for St. Paul had just closed its greatest football season, and it was the first time the coveted emblem, "St. P" has been awarded. Howard Football Team Elects Captain The Howard University Football team elected its captain and student manager for 1922 at a smoker given at the Whitelaw Hotel on Thursday night, the 15th. Geo. (Bull Dog) Williams, left end, who suffered a fracture of the leg in the West Virginia game, was elected captain, and Johnny Smith, class of '22, was elected student manager. This event marked the first getto together of the team since Thanksgiving Day. Synopsis Open daily 1 p.m. Sunday 3 p.m. 20c admission Program for Week of Dec. 18th Monday and Tuesday REPEATED BY REQUEST The Sensational Domestic Drama of the Year LEWIS STONE, BARBARA CASTLETON, WILLIAM DESMOND and DICK HEADRICK Wednesday and Thursday ALICE LAKE in "Message From Mars" INTERNATIONAL NEWS. COMING! "No Woman Knows" Dec. 26, 27, 28, 29. "Camille" Jan. 2, 3, 4, 5. "Conflict" Jan. 9, 10, 11, 12. "Judgment" Jan. 16, 17, 18, 19. Open daily 6 p. m. Thursday, Matinee 1 p. m. SUNDAY—Wm. S. Hart in "TRUTHFUL TULLIVER." Eddie Polo in "DO OR DIE" No. 13. MONDAY—J. P. McGowan in "COLD STEEL." "INVISIBLE RAY" No. 9. PATHE NEWS. TUESDAY—Rosmary Theby and Rex Ballard in "ACROSS THE DIVIDE." WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY—Wm. S. Hart in "THE WHISTLE." Snub Pollard Comedy. FRIDAY—Douglass Fairbanks in "THE MATRIMANIAC" Art Accord in "WINNERS OF THE WEST" No. 7. SATURDAY—Gladys Walton in "THE ROWDY." VITA COMEDY. Total Admission to All - 15 Cts. SUNDAY—Douglass Fairbanks; "THE MATRIMANIAC" Chas. Hutchinson in "WHIRLWIND" No. 8. MONDAY—Rosemary Theby and Rex Ballard in "ACROSS THE DIVIDE." TUESDAY—The Jap in "WHERE LIGHTS ARE LOW." "MIRACLE OF JUNGLE" Serial No. 12. WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY—Bert Lytell in "A MESSAGE FROM MARS." SATURDAY—George Larkin in "THE MAN TRACKERS" BLUE FOX" Serial No. 8. Friday and Saturday BERT LYTELL in "Message From INTERNATIONAL NEWS. COMING! "No Woman Knows" Dec. 26, "Camille" Jan. 2, "Conflict" Jan. 9, "Judgment" Jan. 16, HIAWATHA Open daily 6 p. m. Thursday, M Program for Week, SUNDAY—Wm. S. Hart in "TRUTH" Eddie Polo in "DO OR DIE" No. 13 MONDAY—J. P. McGowan in "COLD "INVISIBLE RAY" No. 9. TUESDAY—Rosmary Theby and Rex B THE DIVIDE." "BLUE FOX" Serial No. 15. WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY—Wm. WHISTLE." Snub Pollard Comedy. THEATRE 7th and T Sts. of Dec. 18th BALLARD in "Divide" QUEST Gavest Me ma of the Year CASTLETON, BICK HEADRICK Day Seas Mars" 27, 28, 29. 3, 4, 5. 10, 11, 12. 17, 18, 19. THEATRE 11th & U Matinee 1 p. m. Dec. 18th SPORTS (Continued from page 4) However, it will not be the last; for a reception and dance is slated to be given at the Murray Casino on Friday, December 23. This reception is to be given in honor of Coach Morrison, at which time, the old and new captains of the Howard team will be formally presented to the Washington public. It is expected that the friends of Howard Unievrssity and the public in general will attend this affair, at which time they will have an opportunity to greet the boys, who represented Howard in what has now become the greatest classic of the Negro race—the Thanksgiving Day struggle between Howard and Lincoln. Among some of the patrons are Judge Robert H. Terrell, Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, Prof Lochard, of the Department of French, Howard University, Mr. F. Morris Murray of Murray Bros., Prof. James E. Cobb of the Howard Law School, and Prof. W. L. Houston of the Board of Education. Music will be furnished by the Howard University Orchestra. Mozart Down Piedmonts 11 to 0 The Mozarts and Piedmonts, both of Alexandria, played a very interesting football game last Sunday, in which the Mozarts won by the score of 11 to 0. The game was a hotly contested one, the outcome of which was not decided until the last quarter, when the Mozarts seemed to have found their stride. The scoring was as follows a safety by Wright; a touchdown by Majors; a dropkick by Majors following a long run by Robinson. Burke starred for the Mozarts on right end; making many spectacular tackles. His punting and interference work was exceptional. BASKET BALL To Play Here The "Y" Team will have a big game January 3rd when they play the Wilberfroce University team from Wilberforce, Ohio. The local team is expecting to play some of the biggest teams throughout the country and is trying to arrange a trip. It is out to meet all local and visiting teams. Challenges may be made to I. N. Ross, Jr., 1816 12th St., N. W. I told you so—The Junior "Y" and the Blue Stars sure did put up some game. With a half minute to go to the conclusion of the game, the Blue Stars were leading by two points. Just as the timer was about to blow his whistle, on a quick snappy pass to little Ed Cook, and with the accuracy that has gained him the position of right forward, he dropped the ball in the goal tieing the score. Just then the whistle blew for time. According to the rules of course, an extra period of five minutes was necessary to decide the game. At the expiration of this five minutes the Junior "Y" team had gained four points and the Blue Stars none; thereby giving the Junior "Y" the game by score 28-24. The Junior "Y" will play in a preliminary game Friday, December 16th, 7:15 sharp. Al Jones, claimant to the middleweight wrestling championship of America and Hubert Thomas, one of his closest contenders in the District will give a 15 minute exhibition of wrestling. This is no rough stuff but will really show the science of the game. Following this, two fast teams will stack up in a volley ball game, and then comes the big game, when Baltimore goes up against the "Y" team at basketball. The "Y" Basketball team is composed of players who were formerly with the Peerless A. C. and who are well known to the followers of sport in the District of Columbia. Baltimore, under their very able coach, has been working hard in the past few weeks in order that they might be able to conquer the local team. But the local team has not been sleep, however, but has been working like Trojans and wish to assure all their friends and followers that they will give a good account of themselves. Mr. F. B. Washington will officiate at the game Friday night. Howard Juniors Lose Game On Saturday afternoon, the Northeastern Medics, the crack basketball team made up of medical students from the Northeastern States, made THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE. LOCAL NEWS HENRY ALLEN BOYD TO SPEAK Rev. Henry Allen Boyd, secretary of the National Baptist Publishing Board of Nashville, Tenn., will speak Tuesday night, the 20th, on the subject of "Front Line Sunday Schools and How to Build Them," at the 19th Street Baptist Church, under the auspices of the Christian Endeavor, Mr. Virgil Franklin, president. CHRISTMAS CAROLS Miss Josephine E. Wormley, director of music of the public schools announces the Sixth Annual Christmas Carol Service for Tuesday, December 20, at 8 o'clock at the Dunbar High School. The music department will be assisted by Miss Estelle Pinkney of the Oberlin Conservatory and Mrs. Emily Panifer Taylor, Reader. The choir of St. Mary's Church and the Howard University Glee Club, under the direction of Mr. Roy W. Tibbs will also render Carols. Seats free. Mrs. Grace R. Turner of Upperville, Va., was the week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. George Fleming of 1207 T Street. Mr. Nelson J. Miles, of the Miles Printing Co., Pittsburgh, Pa., was a visitor in the city Wednesday. The National Bureau of Negro Writers and Entertainers, an organization recently established in the city, in its initial program, presented Mrs. Eva D. Sims, elocutionist in recital at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church on Tuesday evening, December 13. The Chesterfield Club met December 5, for the election of the officers for the ensuing year: as follows—Wm. D. Lulaney, president; Alexander P. Tureaud, secretary; and Leonard Hyman, treasure. Mrs. Mattie G. Richie leaves this week for Staunton, Va., to spend the Christmas holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Monroe. Willie Harris, 5 years, of 1204 R Street, N.W., died on Tuesday morning, December 13 at 3 o'clock. Little Willie's parents are both dead, his mother having died about a year ago. Mrs. William Mason of Rockville, was the dinner guest of Rev. and Mrs. F. E. Free on 5th Street, last Thursday. The Misses Josephine and Louise Howard of 1129 19th Street, N. W., entertained the following persons at their home. Mrs. Jerome B. Dolman, of Balt.; Misses Helen Lovell, M. V. Minor, M. M. Minor, Indiana Lee, Ella Messenburg and Elizabeth Howard; Mrs. Amy Rose and Mrs. Rosa Tiller; Messrs. Harry Chide, Lee Roy Crawford, Kellis Johnson, James E. Lee, D. Grant, J. Saunders, S. Jenson, Thomas Howard, Henry Nealy and B. Jackson; Mr. and Mrs. David Jones; and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Jacobs. A CHRISTMAS GIFT THAT GOES ON GIVING What gift surpasses a profitable investment? When dividends begin to come in regularly the recipient will have a constant reminder of your thoughtful generosity. This is why stock in the Standard Investment Company is an ideally practical gift this year when sensible Christmas giving is the fashion. Such a gift grows in value month by month. Write or call for further particulars about the Christmas gift that goes on giving. STANDARD INVESTMENT CO., 1912½ 14th Street, N.W. H. U. NOTES (By A. L. Richardson) Mr. Garnet C. Wilkinson Speaks M. Garret C. Wilkinson Speaks At the Chapel services on Friday, December 9, Professor Garnet C. Wilkinson spoke to the student body on "Education." He briefly spoke on the inequalities of education in coun- its its initial appearance on the Howard campus by trouncing the Junior Class Stars 29—11. Filled with the traditions of the Plymouth Rock, Miles Standish, the Pilgrims, the Boston Tea Party, Battle of Bunker Hill, Hendrick Hudson, Old Peter Stuyvesant and the Narrangansett Indians, the Northeastern Medics very creditably championed the rights of the Thirteen Originals Colonies. Features of the game: For the Northeastern Medics, the "snakepoison" offense of Eddie Lowry and Percy Richardson, forwards, and the "air light", defense of Goy Howell, Shep Wright, and George Johnson, center and guards. For the Junior Stars, Cliff Clarkson, Captain of the Howard Varsity, Tuck Sewell and Lee showed up well. try and city. He also spoke on the physical deficiencies in students of the public schools. Dr. Durkee Tells of His Trip South and in the West. At the Chapel services on Wednesday morning, Doctor Durkee told the students of his last week's trip to St. Louis, Cincinnati, Charleston, West Virginia, and to Cleveland. In each of these cities, he stated that he met and was royally entertained by the parents of some of the students and the Howard Alumni. Kappa Sigma Debating Society Presents Freshmen-Sophomore Teams Friday evening in Rankin Memorial Chapel at 8:00 o'clock, the annual Freshmen-Sophomore debate was staged under the supervision of Kappa Sigma debating society. The Chapel was filled with students and visitors. The cheer-leaders, Dorsey for Sophies, Miss Pitts, for Freshies, were on the job. The debaters came in at 8:00 p.m., and were loudly applauded. The question for debate was: Resolved, that "The Garvey Movement is the Best Solution of the Negro Problem." Messrs. Beaubian, Beard and King defended the affirmative, while Messrs. Carrington, Terry and Alexander defended the negative. The Sophomores won the debate. A rare victory for Sophofore classes. They really outclassed their opponents. The judges decided that Mr. Beaubian, was the best individual speaker. He was awarded the loving cup. He won the same honors last year. Mr. Joseph L. Alexander of the Freshman team received honorable mention. Mr. Alexander is a British subject. SIMON THE CYRENE PLEASED LARGE CROWD On last Monday night in Rankin Memorial Chapel at Howard University, the Howard Players presented "Simon, The Cyrenian," a play in one act, before invited guests and members of the Arms Conference. The play was given under the direction of Mrs. Marie Moore Forrest and was well acted. A large number of the Conference delegates with their wives attended. Mr. Purvis J. Chesson played the role of Simon and showed himself to possess a rare ability in dramatic work. Miss Helen I. Webb as Procula, the wife of Pilate, acted well her part. The other leading role Acte, Princess of Egypt, was acted by Miss Ottie Graham. B. J. Tucker who is in the Cleveland-Detroit loop is laying off on account of the death of his mother. Wm. C. Logan is now on line 2505 to St. Louis. P. Bell, formerly of Boston, is now running out of this district to Jacksonville (A. C. L.) G. E. Patterson has returned to work being off on account of illness. T. T. Marshall (retired) is sick at his home, 301 T St., N. W. The following lines are up for bid: 2505 to St. Louis; 2834 to Boston; 2111 to Pittsburgh and 2009 to Jacksonville. The following men are on the sick list: H. A. McPherson, E. J. Scott, (Walter Reed Hosp'), J. D. McNeill, R. H. Goodrich, L. Cavil, J. D. Rucker, O. G. Burrell, D. Evans, A. Jackson and N. Bradford. J. H. Morrison is on the Broadway Limited. Car 86, line 2319, was taken off last week affecting five men. The Florida Special goes on Jan. 2d. CONVENTION A SUGGESS opportunity but not in race. Let no one tell you that you are inferior. They are trying to put something over on you when they tell you that." "There has come a new colored man in this country. God bless him. He is the man of the hour. Upon him rests the great chance of attaining equality of opportunity and justice. You should be wonderfully lifted up because of your opportunity for advancement and service that you can render the colored people of the world." In closing Mr. Russell said: "Make up your minds absolutely, that unless the doors are opened to you at this conference and you have an opportunity to present your cause, that you will make those responsible, feel it at the next election. This is the same Government that compelled you to go 3,000 miles away from home to fight and has not given you civil justice at home. If you were good enough to ahed your blood for the flag, then you are good enough to vote under that flag. The force of ballots is what really counts in this country. Persist in your effort for justice. Follow the example of Ireland. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1921 SOGIETY (Continued from page 1) PULLMAN PORTERS Commit yourself this night anew to this cause. Regardless of trials and discouragement press your cause persistently, courageously, and with unity. Consecure yourselves from this night to bring about the brotherhood of man that God intended should exist." Bishop Jones Bishop Joshua H. Jones of the A. M. E. Church, delivered an enthusiastic address on Friday night. "As yet the white man is our master and will never cease to be our master until we throw him off," said the Bishop. "We may quarrel with the effect of this condition until doomsday but nothing will be accomplished. We must get out from under this condition by the enlargement of our race by beginning with the individual. Education is therefore our chief instrumentality. We content ourselves with too little education. We must prepare ourselves for larger service, larger knowledge and make our power felt as men. Let it be Greek meeting Greek." No Negro Patriots The Bishop commanded rapt attention when he said there were no Negro patriots in this country. "Patriotism is born of appreciation of the flag that waves over him, protects him in all of his rights guaranteed him by that flag. When the Negro remembers how unjustly he has been treated, has been burned at the stake, murdered, robbed, discriminated against, jim crowed on every hand; when he sees that flag coming, he feels like saying 'dam that raag.'" "This meeting for agitation is right," said Bishop Jones. "Push it on and we must go deeper and put agitation into votes and strike effectively and the rest will come later on. When the white man proceeds to tell us what street to live on, what kind of a house to live in, what we shall do in life, what we shall read and how we shall educate our children, it is the spirit of the master in the white man, to rule over and dominate our people. We must throw off this mastery of the white man and be men ourselves." A Voice from Africa Mr. Solomon Plaatje, of Kimberly, South Africa, spoke Friday and told of unbelievable conditions forced upon the natives of South Africa by the English overlords. He said that the natives were not allowed to own land and that in 1913 the Parliament passed an act imposing a fine of $500 upon any one that sold a native land. Peonage is the law of the land and a native worker cannot leave the farm on which he works without a written pass. Rev. H. J. Callis spoke Friday on "Educational Disabilities." Prof. Garnet C. Wilkinson, the assistant superintendent of city schools, spoke on the same subject. He said: "The lack of economic employment retards the colored boy and girl from going thru the secondary schools." Concerning segregated schools Mr. Wilkinson said: HERE is marvelously pictured the drama of a woman's battle with the world. Caught in a whirlpool of desperate experiences, she is finally swamped by the cross-currents of love and swept to the crest of happiness. It's a great picture—don't miss it! OUR SPECIALS: Fussell's Ice Cream, 55c a qt. Sugar with a meat purchase, 5c lb., regularly 6c. Coal 70 lbs. for. 55c. Coal Oil 15c a gallon SPECIAL MEAT PRICES EVERY DAY IN THE WEEK OUR CASH PRICES ARE EQUAL WITH OTHERS H.E. LEWIS CO. COAL & WOOD H. E. LEWIS COMPANY 2047 L Street, N. W. Phone Franklin 5244 FULL WEIGHT AND MEASURE OUR PRICES ARE RIGHT, OUR SERVICE PROMPT, OUR COAL THE BEST OBTAINABLE Patronize the Dunbar Home Candy Store 702 Florida Avenue, N. W. WHERE YOU GET THE BEST GOODS FOR LESS MONEY PURITY SANITARY FULL WEIGHT IRVIN ARCHER, Prop. 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Special Sale for 2 weeks only ANY ARTICLE AT COST COME AND BE CONVINCED Jackson and Whipps wish you a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year THE HOME OF THE MAYOR Make your Initial Payment on a Home this Christmas. WOODBURY, JONES and WADDY 425 41/2 St., S. W. Phone M. 7734 For Christmas 1921 Broanie and Autographic Models for Youngsters and Grown-Ups Scurlock Studio 900 U St., N.W. CHILDREN'S PAGE By C. Leslie Frazier THE PRIZE WINNERS Please write all communications plainly, giving your name, age, address and school class. Address your letters to "Children's Page, The Washington Tribune, Washington, D. C." Winners' names appear two weeks after puzzles appear and the answers are always given the following week after the puzzles appear. If you answer only one question in history or solve one puzzle, send it in. Five moving picture theatre tickets are given away every week. Two to the "Honor Child" (the child sending in the greatest number of correct answers) and one each to the three children sending the next highest number of correct answers. Call at the Tribune office for your tickets. When a child has ever become an "Honor Child" his or her name will be preceded by a star whenever the name appears again on this page. "Honor Child": **Annette Hawkins. "Specials": Edith Peters; Helen Payne; Alease Wood. The following children were so close to the winners that they deserve special mention: **Mary A. Thomas, Henrietta C. Taylor, Doris H. Tuckson. This list is not entitled to theatre tickets. The Lincoln Statue The statue is Lincoln breaking the chain while a Negro kneels at his feet. It bears this inscription: FREEDOM'S MEMORIAL In grateful memory of ABRAHAM LINCOLN This monument was erected by the Western Sanitary Commission of St. Louis, Mo., with funds contributed solely by emancipated citizens of the United States, declared free by his proclamation, Jan. 1st, 1863. The first contribution of $5 was made by Charlotte Scott, a freedwoman of Virginia, being her first earning in freedom and consecrated by her suggestion and request on the day of President Lincoln's death, to build a monument to his memory. **MARY THOMAS (12 yrs.)** LETTERS FROM OUR LITTLE FRIENDS Editor of the Children's Page: I herew inclose you a Christmas poem entitled "Christmas Joy." I am 12 years old and in the 6-B Grade of Geo. Bell School. My teacher's name is J. D. Campbell. I read your Children's Page every week as I like it. RICHARD FORBES, 211 C St. N.W. Dear Editor of the Children's Page: Dear Editor of the Children's Page: I herewith enclose you five of the answers to the Negro History questions. I am 10 years old, a pupil of Garnet School and in the 5-A Grade. My teacher's name is Miss C. M. Houston. I am a weekly reader of the Children's Page. I live at 1907 9th St., N. W. CHLORICE V. BANNISTER Editor of the Children's Page: I am sending a few of the answers to the Cube puzzle and the Negro History. I have sent all the answers for the African Proverbs and Historical Pi. I have not been able to send in the answers to the puzzles for the last few weeks because I have been busy with my school work but I have followed the Page and am interested in the T. P. C. C. I will try to send in the answers hereafter. HELEN PAYNE (Age 14) (I am sincerely glad that you are "deeply" interested in your studies. I wish you the greatest success that diligence can entitle one to. I hope to very soon, receive a postal from you with your membership promise on it to the T. P. C. C.-Ed.) 2346 6th St., N. W. To the Editor: I have been reading your paper weekyl. My aunt is a subscriber. I am always anxious to see it as soon as it comes. I am anxious to have my name on the honor roll so at last I decided I would try. I hope I will be successful. I am 13 years old and in the 8-A grade. I go to Lucretia Mott School. Mrs. R. L. Netherland is my teacher. I hope to see my name in your paper. EDITH PETERS (Welcome to cur Page. I hope to hear from you often—Ed. Editor of the Children's Page: I am sending you answers to questions on Negro History. I am much interested in your Page and hope I will be the winner of one of the prizes offered. I am 12 years of age and a THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1921 pupil in 6-A Grade of Garnet. Miss R. A. Daley is my teacher. BEULAH V. BANNISTER (If at first you don't succeed, try, try again. I like the spirit you show. So many of our little friends will hold back their letters because they fail to solve all the puzzles or answer all the questions. Keep it up, little lady, for perseverance is always rewarded.—Ed.) Membership postals to the T. P. C. C. are coming in slowly. Why wait? Names will not be published until 20 cards are received. Why not join now and be on the first list published?—Ed. Please write on one side of paper only. 132 Fla. Ave., N. W. I have been reading the Children's Page and every Saturday look forward to it. I am in the 8-A Grade at Lucretia Mott School, and hope to graduate in June. My teacher's name is Mrs. R. S. Netherland. I find much pleasure in solving the puzzles, even tho I don't send them in. Enclosed find a Christmas poem composed by myself and answers to all of the puzzles and of the questions. I am 13 years old. ALEASE WOOD BRAND NEW PUZZLES Hidden City When, in 1829, the Saint Francis Acadmy was founded in * * * * * * * * * * * * by Negro Sisters of the Catholic Church in the West Indies, they gave the institution all they had in the way of furniture and real estate. It is said that Mary Allison left this institution $15,000 and Louis Bode, a Haitan, $30,000. Some of the letters in the wrds of these two paragraphs are left out and when these letters are found and put together, arranged propely, they will e found to spell the name of the city in which this Acadey was founded. 0 * * * * * 0 * 0 * * 0 * * * 0 0 * * * 0 0 * * 0 * 0 * 0 * * * 0 Across: 1. To rove at large. 2. a room under a house. 3. (Two words) (1) a lazy tramp; (2) a large wild ox. 4. Work performed by hand. 5. One who sells. 6. A loud scream made by a child. Diagonals: The name of a Revolutionary soldier who became the first colored Congregational minister. Example: 1. L a u n c H. Frazier's Anagram 1 A B 2 c * * D E * * F 3 G H 4 Arrange "two letters" so that from 1 to 2, 1 to 3, 3 to 4; 2 to 1, 3 to 1, 4 to 3, 4 to 2, each will spell the noise of a tin toy horn. From A to G, B to H, C to D, E to F, G to A, H to B, D to C, F to E, each will spell the name of an oil from roses. Printers Pi A olof dan a ages tog tino a sfus, Aids eth olof em tses ot em, God adem rouf slofo adn I ma eon, Adn ouy rea eth ethro heart. Answers to last week's puzzles: Cross Puzzle: P E E L W A R T S P O O L T A R S Rhomboid: D E I S T D E P O T R A P I D R I M E R C E N T S Numbers: 3 by 3 plus 3 minus 3 equals 9 3 plus 3 plus 3 plus 3 equals 12 3 plus 3 plus 3 by 3 equals 27 3 by 3 by 3 plus 3 equals 30 3 plus 3 by 3 by 3 equals 54 3 by 3 by 3 by 3 equals 81 Printer's Pi: In 1839 the Amistad captives overcame the slave traders who were bringing them from Africa to America to sell them into slavery. NEGRO HISTORY Questions for this week: 1. Who was Samuel Coleridge-Taylor? 2. Where was he born and when? 3. Who was Matzeliger? 4. When was the Freedmen's Aid Society organized? --- 5. Who is Isaiah T. Montgomery? 6. Who was Estevancio? 7. Who wrote "Uncle Tom's Cabin"? 8. When did John Brown raid Harper's Ferry? Answer's to last week's questions: 1. "Liberty" (also referred to as "Freedom") on the Dome of the Capitol at Washington. 2. First Missionary to Liberia. 3. By Columbus in 1492. 4. Hispaniola. 5. Yes. In Boston. 6. The act of depriving a citizen of his or her right to vote or preventing them other privileges of free citizens. 7. A city founded and governed by colored people in Mississippi. 8. Wilbrforce, Ohio. DID YOU KNOW That the African possessions owned by the British Empire in area are 2,815,997 sq. mi. and the population is 44,289,084? That Richard Allen, organizer and first bishop of the African M. E. Church was president of the first National Convention of colored men held in Philadelphia in 1830? That Abyla is a mountain at the eastern extremity of the African coast, forming with Mount Calpe, the so-called Pillars of Hercules? MY ADVENTURE AS A PAIR OF SHOES Once upon a time I was a pair of shoes. One day I was sent from a factory to a shoe store. I also had three other sisters who went just where I did. In came a lady with her little boy who was very rude. She asked for a pair of brown shoes for her son who tried on my sister but she was too small; then he tried me on and said I was all right. He wore me home, and the next day to school. He was very unkind to me that day, and when he got home, what do you think his mother and father did to him? They whipped him because he had stumped the toes and got them all dirty, and then they only let him wear me on Sundays. He did not kick me around as much as he did when I was first bought. Then I lived happy ever after. If you would take it seriously as to wearing your shoes out, and how hard it is, to obtain us, maybe you would keep them a longer time. HENRIETTA C. TAYLOR (Age 12) FIRST TO DO **Mary A. Thomas, was our first "Honor Child." "Carl Beckwith was first to receive two stars. Beulah V. Bannister was first to send in a Christmas Contest Poem. Willrowe K. Martin was first to send in a poem. Doris H. Tuckson was first child, to join the T. P. C. C., and now little Miss Henrietta C. Taylor is first to submit a story to the Page. What are "you" going to be first to do? There are lots of features that will be welcome to the Page. The Tribune Post Card Club can be joined by any child who is interested in Race advancement. Write your name, address, age, and parent's or guardian's name on a postal and send it to Children's Page, Washington Tribune, 920 U St., N. W. Washington, D. C. and promise to observe four simple rules: 1. I will never use the word "nigger." 2. I will learn all I can about the history and traditions of my Race. 3. I will use my eyes and ears to detect slander against my Race. 4. I will be proud I am a Negro because God made me so, and, being a Negro, I will do all I can to add honor to my people. The names of members will be published in groups of twenty. Each week a post card talk will appear here by some prominent Negro. That is, a message sent on a postal will be printed. After twelve of these cards have been published at the rate of one a week, the members of the T. P. C. C. will elect, by popular vote, three honorary members. So read these little messages and select what you like best so you can vote for your choice. Join now. Only applications written on post cards will be accepted. POST CARD MESSAGE If I could have a wish or two And could be sure that fairies kind Would do just what I wish they'd do, I tell you what I'd have in mind: I'd have them bring great loaves of bread. And turkeys brown and jellies red, And bon-bons, dresses, coats and shoes, Why Go Down Town? When It Pays To Deal At Taylor's You can get Gifts That Last at Taylor's Jewelry Store We invite your special attention to our newly-arrived XMAS PRESENTS. We have spared no pains to make this our banner season. We do not promise to save you 50 per cent but will sell you the same goods for less money. We are showing the Latest Creations in Jewelry which is the work of the most skilled craftsmen, and will suit the most fastidious taste and individuality. Our Repair Department has been fully equipped and is under the skillful management of Messrs Jno. W. Lee and Fred B. Sears. We are prepared to care for any repairs that you may bring to us. Remember, inspection does not imply buying. We therefore invite your attention to the following prices: Diamond Rings - $20 up Diamond Lavaliers 20 up Diamond Scarf Pins 5 up Diamond Brooches 11 up Gold Bar Pins 1 up Gold Cuff Buttons 1 up Gold Chains 1 up Gold Bracelet Watches 12.50 up Gents' Gold Watches - 15 up Birth Stone Rings 2 up Signet Rings - 5 up These and many other values can be had during our Xmas Sale. Remember our slogan— Buy Now, Pay Next Year Select your Xmas Present now. A small deposit will secure any article in the house until you call for it. Remember, we have the same goods for less money and you will profit by following the crowd to U at Eleventh St., N. W. To children of all shades and hues In every town, in every land. —JESSIE FAUCET (Miss Fauset was formerly a teacher here in Washington. Recently she has been associated with "The Brownies Book" as Literary Editor. She has endeared herself to thousands of children in America and the Islands. She is a successful story writer and a lover of children. We learn with deep regret that the December issue is the last edition of the Brownies Book. I would suggest that the little Washington readers of the Brownies' Book write a card of appreciation to Miss Fauset to 70 Fifth Ave., New York, N. Y.-Ed.) THE QUESTION BOX Send in your questions we are anxious to answer them for you. Q. The Episcopal churches devote the Good Friday collection money to Negro missions in memory of Simon of Cyrene. Can you tell me where I can find any account of this man (other than the Scriptures) and his connection with Negroes?—C. B. R. A. The only account, as far as we are aware, of Simon of Cyrene, apart from what is related in the Bible, is that given by Basilides, the great Gnostic leader of the second century. He says, Simon was mistakenly crucified in Christ's stead, Jesus and Simon having changed forms—the former standing by laughing. His association with Negroes is based on the assumption that, as he came from Cyrene, in Northern Africa, he was a Negro. Q. When was the Peabody Educational Fund started, and was Peabody a Negro?—C. A. H. A. George Peabody (white) established this fund February 7, 1867 and again on July 1, 1868 What Causes "You" to Laugh If you saw an old wrinkled, gray-haired, woman, whose clothes fit any sort of way, tottering down the street, would you point a teasing finger at her and laugh? If you saw a man or woman slip upon a fruit skin would you laugh without knowing whether he or she had received an injury? If you heard an old man saying "dis" and "dat" for "this" and "that," would you laugh. Perhaps he toiled long, long years to send some boy or girl to school and fit them to become teachers of you so that in meeting men in the world you would not say "dis" or "dat." Be careful about what you laugh at; and very careful how you laugh. To laugh too loudly or at the wrong time shows one's inability to think clearly. What sort of humor or wit causes you to laugh? We are all familiar with the comics of today. "Happy Hooligan" causes people to laugh yet he is always getting hurt. Can misery cause you to laugh in real life? Some of the silly incidents leading up to his unfortunate predicament may appear comical. There is "Mutt and Jeff," another picture frequently ending with the little fellow in misery. A laugh is expected and of course the laugh is given. But in real life it is not a trait of gentleness to laugh at misfortune. The other day I saw some boys playing football. One boy reeled over and several of the boys laughed without considering the injured boy's condition. Their idea of sympathy and consideration for others is warped. Always try to place yourself in an unfortunate place and realize that a 7 kindly word, a pat on the shoulder, or a smile of encouragement goes a long way in keeping the Golden Rule. WHEN GOD LETS LOOSE A THINKER By Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-82) Beware when the great God lets loose a thinker on this planet. Then all things are at risk. It is as when a conflagration has broken out in a great city, and no man knows what is safe or where it will end. There is not a piece of science but its flank may not be turned tomorrow; there is not any literary reputation, not the so-called eternal names of fame, that may not be revised and condemned. The very hopes of man, the thoughts of his heart, the religion of nations, the manners and morals of mankind, are all at the mercy of a new generalization. Generalization is always a new influx of the divinity into the mind. Hence the thrill that attends it. THE LEON MCLAIN BENEFIT DANCE WAS WELL ATTENDED The benefit dance for the material aid of Leon McLain, of the "Old Has Beens," which was given recently at the Pythian Temple, was a well attended affair. The McLain benefit fund was begun by Mr. W. A. Graves of the Pan-Americans, whose call for aid was heartily responded to by the following named clubs: The Best Yette Klub, $4.00; Mi-Dears, $4.00; College Dancing Class, $4.00; Orientals, $4.00; Stenographers, $4.00; Alamacs, $4.00; Epicureans, $4.00; Doves, $4.00; Metropolitans, $4.00; Earls, $4.00; Phil Green's Mirtquake, $2.00; Edward Brooks, $2.00; Pan-Americans, $4.00; Royal League Social Club, $4.00. by the WASHINGTON TRIBUNE PUBLISHING CO., Inc. 920 U Street, N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C. Phone North 6554-W F. MORRIS MURRAY ..... President WILLIAM O. WALKER ..... Managing Editor J. A. G. LuVALLE ..... City Editor The Tribune will be delivered at your door by carrier for 5c a week For sale on all newstands and at all Drug Stores. Advertising rates will be furnished on request. SUBSCRIPTION PRICE. OUT OF TOWN $2.00 PER YEAR OUR SCHOOLS The recent tour of our public schools by a committee of Congressmen to get first hand information, was greatly welcomed. It was als a good thing that the day was a rainy and dismal one, because it enabled the lawmakers to see just how poorly lighted some of the schools are. In practically every school they visited they found something that needed correction and in many cases, they discovered that new buildings were needed. The public schools here, are to a large extent, the most overcrowded in the country; so much so in many school rooms, that the teachers cannot efficiently handle the students they have. This condition calls for immediate relief. As these Congressmen have now seen conditions as they are, they should report back to Congress just what is needed and see that the proper legislation is passed. The nation owes its greatest debt to its children and their needs should precede all others in the law making halls. We need here at least one more high school, three more junior high schools and one business high. These schools should be located in the various sections of the city, so as to be convenient to the centers of population. We have every reason to demand these schools and other improvements so necessary to the proper education of our children. Our various civic and religious organizations should get behind some one movement to bring the necessary pressure on the District Cmmissioners and members of Congress so that this much needed relief may be had. We need more schools and better schools and we should find the reason why we cannot have them. Clarke Training School Factor In Fashion Show's Big Success Much of the success of the big fashion show recently held at the Murray Casino by Mme. Cofer of New York City, was due to the efforts of local people. Mme. Addie R. Clark of the Clark Training School for Millinery, Dressmaking and Beauty Culture, was Mme. Cofer's local representative and it was largely through her efforts that the local models were secured. Mme. Clark has been for a number of years THE MUSEUM OF THE ARTS AND CULTURE 100 one of the leading designers and makers of fine gowns in this city and because of her efforts, Mme. Cofer has decided to open up a branch of her establishment here. Among the creations displayed at the Fashion Show by local people were: Mrs. M. E. Buckner, 759 Gresham Place, coat suit of black tricotine, worn by Miss Allene Johnson; Mrs. Susie Beverly 1613 S St., N.W., evening gown of blue canton crepe, combined with gold lace, worn by her daughter, Miss Beverly. The following were made and worn by the graduates and students of the Clarke Training School: morning dress of black satin with rose crepe, worn by Miss Edna Covington—hat made by Miss Lelia Dixon of Laurinburg, N.C.; morning dress of brown taffeta, beaded, trimming of turquoise blue, worn by Miss Daisy Fortune—hat made at school; morning dress of black chiffon velvet with Spanish lace vest, worn by Miss Lelia Dixon—hat made and worn by same; morning dress of brown cloth with tomato, made by Miss Hallie Q. Williams; WASHINGTON BOY MAKING GOOD AT BOSTON CONSERVATORY Former Organist at Local Church We note with some degree of pleasure, the receipt of a recent communication from Mr. Dolan B. Yates, well-known here, who was formerly organist of the 15th Street Presbyterian Church. Mr. Yates, with his bride, formerly Mrs. Edith D. Miles, left the city to enter the Conservatory of Music, Boston, Mass., last September. Mr. Yates was also formerly employed in the Public Health Service, Treasury Department, but with a 8 evening dress of black silk lace over silver cloth, worn by Mrs. Bettie Jones of Weldon, N.C.—hat made at school. Other creations were: Mrs. Anna Thomas 1324 Corcoran St., dinner gown of black velvet touched with jade green, worn by Mrs. Anna Thomas; Mrs. C. W. Patterson, 1217 N St., coat suit of navy blue tricotine, worn by Miss Vivian Brent—hat made by Mrs. Mary Telton: Miss Cora 100 Kennedy, wore an evening dress of Harding blue draped with chandlier. Miss Hallie Q. Williams is Secretary of the Clark Training School and is a native of Atlanta, Ga. The Clark Training School has been established here for 25 years, during which time it has turned out many graduates. The school is run on the practical idea of doing work; and the guilding spirit of the work is Mme. Clark. The courses are designed to cover one year, at which time the student is supposed' to be able to do any kind of plain or fancy sewing. The beauty parlor of the school are in charge of Mme. E. L. D. Bryant. At present there are enrolled in the school 53 students, most of whom are from out of town. Mme. Clarke teaches her students how to make hats of all kinds, including their own trimmings, baby clothes, evening gowns, mens shirts and etc. There is a great demand here for Clark-trained students, therefore the students readily find employment in many of the ready-to-wear stores and private families in the city. constant yearning to broaden his musical scope, he was successful in obtaining a transfer to the U. S. Customs House, Boston, Mass, where he is now pursuing an intensive course in music. THE UNWANHAS SUBSCRIPTION DANCE The Unwanhas made merry for a large number of friends at their initial subscription dance, which was held at Odd Fellows' Hall, last Friday evening. Upon entering the hall, each guest was presented with favors, and noise-makers. THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17, 1921 KELLY MILLER IN OPEN LETTER DEFENDS RACE (Continued from page 1) difference of race is one on which there are not sufficient scientific data to base any conclusion of value. The few psychologic tests already made are inconclusive. * * * "It is indeed disappointing to find a President of the United States at the end of the World War for democracy reverting to the undemocratic doctrine which has always been relied on to justify man's inhumanity to man. "The Negro finds himself in a segregated social world. He is making the best he can of this situation. He is not clamoring for so-called social equality, and would be wholly unable to assert his claim even if he were clamorous. But surely it cannot be expected that the race will meet in solemn conclave and affirm its belief in and acceptance of 'fundamental, inescapable and eternal differences.' This would justify the propaganda of the Ku Klux Klan whose avowed purpose is to help the Almighty carry out his plan of everlasting white supremacy. "Your doctrine of eternal difference is contrary to the scientific, ethical and social tendencies of the age. The human race is moving toward unity, not diversity. The ancient barriers of caste, religion and race are being thrown down by the onward sweep of cosmic forces. . . . No longer can any race or nation expect to hold its peculiar culture in airtight compartments. "Your audience must have received your remarks about the impossibility of amalgamation with a measure of amusement mixed with amazement. A glance over the colored section of your audience would have convinced you that amalgamation is not a theory, but a fact. No discerning eye was keen enough to tell where the white strain left off and the Negro began. In face of these stubborn facts, your statement is hard to understand. According to the 13th Census, there were over 2,000,000 mulattoes in the United States. This albescent contingency of the Negro race was not produced by the semi-tropical climate of the Southland, as Southern white men know full well. No wonder your audience received this deliverance in silence. It is idle for white men to prate about race purity while they practice race promiscuity. There is need of plain speaking on this point. . . . The white man has never failed to mingle his blood with the darker races wherever he has met them in all the ends of the earth. According to President Roosevelt, Bravilian statesmen are convinced that their method of benevolent amalgamation is a more effective solvent of the race problem than the Anglo-Saxon policy of social segregation. In South Africa a million and a half Europeans have already produced one-half their number of mulattoes. \* \* \* "You urge the Negro not to imitate the white man, but to set up his own racial ideals. . . . The Negro uses the same language, reads the same books, admires the same art, understands the same science, accepts the same standard of ethics and practices the same religion. . . . Whatever racial aims or ideals he might have developed if left in his native country have been destroyed by transplantation and by imitation of his captors Fred Douglass used to say there is none of the banana in me. . . . The Anglo-Saxon professes to imiate Jesus, Saviour of the World, although he may affect to despise the idiosyncrasies and race peculiarities of the Jew. It is not the race, but the ideal manifested by the individual. "It would be pleasing to suppose that the Negro could get economic equality on the basis that you have laid down but the hope is vain. Every caste system in the world is based on vocation. Social stratification rests upon employment. The Negro in Washington is not permitted to operate a street car as a motorman, not because of his lack of ability to do so, but by reason of his race alone. Any man who can run an automobile in the upon streets where there are no tracks can surely guide a street car which moves along fixed grooves. This single citation is sufficient to show that you cannot have democracy in industry as long as you recognize inescapable difference of race." ALEXANDRIA, VA., NEWS ALEXANDRIA, VA., NEWS C. L. Frazier 803 S. Fairfax Street Night School The St. Joseph's Night School is again making an appeal to persons interested to attend their classes on Monday, Wednesday and Frinay nights of every week. These classes are held in the spacious classrooms of the St. Joseph's Catholic Church, corner of Wythe and N. Columbus St. These classes are wholly nondenominational and are for the use of any who may attend. There has been a long cry for such educational opportunities and Rev. Kelly has placed this institution at your disposal. Paperhanging at reasonable prices. J. B. Hopkins, 812 Madison St.—adv. Personals and General Mention Woman's Day will be observed at Robert's Chapel tomorrow. At 11 a.m. a sermon to women will be preached by the pastor of the church. At 3 p.m. a literary and musical program will be rendered, featuring a female quartet. Mrs. Julius S. Carroll of Washington will deliver the address of the evening. On last Friday morning the stork visited the Roberts Chapel M. E. Church parsonage and left the Rev. and Mrs. E. Adolph Haynes a tenpound baby girl. Mother and babe are doing well. The stork visited the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Jones, 906 Pendleton St., last week and left a fine baby boy. Little Miss Mattie Hudgins who made 95 per cent in her 3rd grade work was unintentionally omitted from the list published last week. RETROSPECTION I have before me a synopsis of the reports of the colored teachers school session ending June 30, 1907. Mr. John F. Parker was then principal of Snowden School for boys and Miss B. K. Spriggs of Hallowell School for grills. At Snowden there were 256 pupils enrolled and at Hallowell 330. The cost of tuition per scholar per month at Snowden was $1.01 and at Hallowell, 82 cents. The Teachers of the boys' school were Messrs. Parker, Lyles, White, Lumpkins (deceased) and Diggs, (deceased); for Hallowell Miss B. K. Spriggs, Mrs. Thornton, Mrs. Gray, Mrs. Pinn (now Mrs. Madden), Mrs. E. M. Adkins (deceased). Text books were listed from primary, grammar and high school grades. Later Snowden was burned down and Hallowell vacated scholars transferred to the Parker-Gray Building. Directly after the fire the pupils of Snowden were taught in the Catholic building, N. E. corner of Wilkes and Royal and the remainder in the country school on S. Washington St. The oyster supper given by the Presbyterian Sunday School Mission at the residence of Mr. W. Isaac Buckner, 1020 Cameron Street, was a great success. AMERICAN NEGRO ACADEMY Twenty-Fifth Annual Meeting Rankin Memorial Chapel Howard University Campus Washington, D. C., Dec. 15- The American Negro Academy meets in its twenty-fifth annual session in this city, Tuesday and Wednesday, December 27 and 28. The evening sessions will be held in Rankin Memorial Chapel, Howard University Campus at 7:30 P. M., and the public is cordially invited to attend. Programs of unusual interest have been arranged for both evenings and in addition to scholarly papers by members of the Academy, two interesting messages will be delivered by eminent men of letters. Mr. Leo Wiener, professor of Slavic languages and literatures, at Harvard University, and author of "Africa and the Discovery of America," will deliver an address on "The Problems of African Civilization"; and Duse Mahomed Ali, of London, England, editor of the magazine "Africa and Orient Review," will read a paper on "The Necessity for a chair in Negro History in our Colleges." The opening session Tuesday, Dec. 27, at 7:30 p. m. will be addressed by Mr. Arthur A. Schomburg, of New York, the president of the Academy; subject, "The Negro as a Soldier in the Civilization of America." Mr. L. M. Hershaw will read a paper on a timely topic, "The Growth of Negro Population in the United States"; and Professor Alain LeRoy Locke, of Howard University will speak on "The Problem of Race and Culture." As recent as November 1, of this year a prominent American archaeologist wrote Prof. Wiener concerning his "Africa and the Discovery of America" as follows: "For some time I have been anxiously waiting for the page proof or galley-proof of your new volume, which you promised to send me. I am eager to see it. Your talk the other day made a deeper impression upon me than I like to acknowledge, and it has the result of causing me to postpone the publication of my 'Manual de Arqueologia Andina' until after your book is fully out and until I have carefully mastered its contents. The I do not go so far yet as to say that I agree with your views, I do say that you are clearly the deepest investigator of American, aboriginal culture, now working in this country. So like a wary automobilist at a grade crossing, I 'stop, look and listen.'" DAY NURSERY ASKS FOR AID The Day Nursery, an institution to take care of the children of our women, who have to work away from home, located at 1135 New Jersey Ave., was established March 1913. Daily the children are brought early in the morning and left by their mothers, at the nursery, while they go to their places of employment. At the close of the day's task the mothers return to the nursery and get their children, who have been nourished and cared for during the day. Therefore, you can readily see the importance of the Day Nursery. It is an indispensable institution in our community and should have the most cordial and hearty support of all good citizens. Were it not for the Day Nursery, the mothers would be forced to leave their little ones locked in their homes all day, exposed to serious dangers of various kinds or allowed to ramble about the streets. Children from three weeks to eight years of age are admitted into the Nursery, daily, except Sunday. The Nursery is opened at 6 A. M., and remains open until 7 P. M. by which time all the children are supposed to have been taken to their various homes. None are left at the Nursery at night. The nursery occupies the entire building 1135 New Jersey Ave. Money is needed for its upkeep, repairs, current expenses, and to keep it in a sanitary condition, and in addition to that monthly donation of groceries, coal and wood. In order to encourage self help each mother, who is able is required to pay fifteen cents a day for each child left at the Nursery. The children are fed three times daily and those who are old enough are carried to the kindergarten and primary schools, nearby, while others are amused at the Nursery. Boxes will be placed in as many of our business houses as possible, soliciting Christmas financial donations. We hope every passer-by will drop something in the box. They will be collected Monday, Dec. 26. Friends, in His name we beg you to aid this poor institution. (Mrs.) E. V. C. WILLIAMS, Superintendent "The Way of the Cross," a sacred Drama written by the late Mme. Annie Lee Slade, is duly protected by Copyright, and can be produced only through and by the direction of Mme. S. D. Weeks. 1025 21st St., N.W. Phone, West 724-J. FOR RENT—Furnished room in Apartment; two young ladies or couple preferred. Inquire Tribune Office. TheWashingtonFamily TheWashingtonFamilyBakeryNo.2 at 1427 P St., N. W. WILL OPEN FOR BUSINESS TU with a full line of bakery goods, H Delicatessens. Hot Bread twice a da day cakes a specialty. Will be prep Christmas Fruit Cakes. DON'T FORGET THE O Madame Sadie L 23 L Street, N. Wishes to announce the opening of 2, 1922 in tailoring, Dressmaking and tistic System." All new scholars call to class before lars, Monday or Thursday nights of Phone Main 77 WILL OPEN FOR BUSINESS TUESDAY, DEC. 20TH with a full line of bakery goods, Home Made Candies and Delicatessens. Hot Bread twice a day. Wedding and Birthday cakes a specialty. Will be prepared to take orders for Christmas Fruit Cakes. DON'T FORGET THE OPENING DAY Wishes to announce the opening of her junior class on Jan. 2, 1922 in tailoring, Dressmaking and Designing, using "Artistic System." All new scholars call to class before that date for particulars, Monday or Thursday nights of each week. Phone Main 7748 PORO BEAUTY PARLOR 1223 7th St., N. W. Over Dudley's Theatre Shampoing and Pressing by the famous Poro System at the popular Poro Prices. Growth Guaranteed. Open from 10:30 to 6 o'clock, unless by special appointment MRS. ELIZABETH KING 1223 7th St., N. W. Ow Shampoing and Pressing by the fam popular Poro Prices. Grow Open from 10:30 to 6 o'clock, unless MRS. ELIZABETH Sold Below Cost $25 to $45 Dresses of Original C Nothing but the best material use 36 to 44. NATIONAL DESIGNERS MODEL ASSOCIATION 320 West 138th Street, N Your Order by Mail $25 to $45 Dresses of Original Creations and Designs. Nothing but the best material used. Sizes ranging from 36 to 44. NOTICE! TO JOIN NEWLY ORGANIZED ORCHESTRA with at least one year or over experience on the following instruments. Trombone, Cornet, Cello, Saxophone. L. M. Griffin, 1340 U St., N.W., Phone North 4004. ADD TO YOUR INCOME Become a representative for the Standard Investment Company, Pleasant, remunerative work in your spare time, or all the time. Call or write for particulars. STANDARD INVESTMENT CO., 1912½ 14th Street, N.W. AN UNUSUAL OPPORTUNITY Churches, Sunday Schools, fraternal or other organizations needing entertainers such as soloists, quartets, and elocutionists during the holidays will do well to address National Bureau of Negro Writers and Entertainers. 920 U Street, N.W. NOW, FOR INSTANCE: Whether a HOUSE at a BARGAIN. INSURANCE on HOUSE, Household Effects, Automobile—or Anything. ROOMS and APARTMENTS listed for Rent or ROOMS and APARTMENTS secured. WHICHEVER it is; See JOSEPH N. JONES, 611 F Street, N. W. Franklin 6479. FURNISHED APARTMENT FOR RENT—Reference required. Phone N. 7294, any time Sunday after 12 o'clock. ROOMS FOR RENT—Two large communicating rooms suitable for light house keeping. Excellent locality. No children. Apply W. H. Tucker. Real Estate Office, 1732 14th Street, N.W. FOR RENT—Barber shop or excellent location for Dentist's office, in business zone. 827 12th St., N.E. FOR RENT—3, unfurnished rooms, 114 Florida Ave., N.W. Electrical Treatments Violet Rays NEURITIS RHEUMATISM STOMACH TROUBLES COUGHS COLDS All Diseases Yield to Chiropractic (Electro-Therapist) CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN 1727 7th St., N. W. Office Hours: 1 to 8 p.m. Sundays: 3:30 to 6 familyBakeryNo.2 BOSS TUESDAY, DEC. 20TH oods, Home Made Candies and once a day. Wedding and Birth- e prepared to take orders for THE OPENING DAY Janie E. Hayes set, N. 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