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COHEN NOMINATION DEFEATED First in Local Circulation. COHE LOUISIANIAN DEFEATED BY 2 VOTE MARGIN Hope, However, not yet Abandoned by his Friends The political situation in Washington so far as Negroes are concerned assumed an air of cloudness with the rejection of the nomination of Walter L. Cohen of Louisiana to be Comptroller of the Customs at the port of New Orleans. At the same time the Sentate was rejecting the Cohen nomination, it confirmed the nomination of Joseph H. Tolbert (white), as U. S. Attorney for the Western District of South Carolina. The Tolbert nomination, like Cohen's had previously been vigorously fought by the Democrats. Cohen's nomination was rejected by a vote of 37 to 35. The vote was so close that there was given some credence to a rumor that some dirty work had to be done to accomplish the defeat. In fact Senator Moses of New Hampshire moved on the Senate floor last Wednesday to make public the vote taken in executive session. This motion brought a number of protests from the Democrats. Senator Ashurst of Arizona, while stating he did not care if it was known how he voted, that there were some Senators absent who had requested that the vote be made public. It is generally rumored at the Capitol that no Democrat voted for Mr. Cohen. This fact has placed some of the Democratic Senators from border or nothern states in a bad light with their Negro constituents. Another rumor stated that Senator Walsh of Massachusetts (Dem.), had voted against the nomination. However, when a Tribune reporter call at Senator Walsh's office, he was informed by the Senator himself that he did not vote against Cohen. Mr. Walsh stated he was not in the city; having been called to Boston to make an address, which engagement was made two months previously. The Senator further stated that he tried to pair himself with someone, but could not do so, being a Democrat, as all the Republicans were supposed to be for the nomination. The Senator stated that he left word that if he were present he would vote for the nomination. It is claimed that this impression was not given the Senate by Democratic Senators. While the nomination of Mr. Cohen has been turned down twice, his supporters still have hope of finally winning out. An earnest effort is now being made to have some Senator ask for a re-consideration of the nomination. This must be done by a Senator who voted with the majority, it is claimed. If this is done, it would again bring the whole matter before the Senate. The Tribune learned from a reliable source that if the nomination is again brought before the Senate, that it will stand a good chance of being confirmed. It is rumored that several Democratic Senators will favor the nomination. Mr. Cohen is in the city in an effort to get favorable action. Roscoe Conklin Simmons of Chicago, president of the Lincoln League, is also in the city working in the interest of Cohen. Cohen's name was first sent to the Senate by the late President Harding. After it was rejected, he was given a recess appointment. President Coolidge then sent the name back Ransdell and Broussard of Louisiana to the Senate last December. Senator led the fight against confirmation. --- The Washington Tribune Howard May Lose Appropriation For New Medical School Building ENN Howard May Appropriation Medical Sc On a point of order made by Senator Overman of North Carolina, the item in the Department of Interior appropriation bill providing for a new $500,000 medical school building at Howrad University, was stricken out. This is the second point of order made against Howard's appropriation since the bill started on its journey through the House some time ago. Representative Byrnes of South Carolina made a point of order in the House against every item granted the university by the budget bureau; however, these items were all restored by the Senate committee. The point of order in both cases was made on the fact that there is no existing law for making the appropriation, all past appropriations having been made because of precedent. As the situation now stands, the University will get a $365,000 appropriation from the Federal Government this year. This amount covers all items for maintenance as asked for by the budget bureau, which is an increase over last year's appropriation. Hope, however, for the $500,000 item for the medical school is not lost; for, notwithstanding its defeat Thursday, Senator Leenroot of Wisconsin, who voted for the Overman point of order, also made a motion that the rules of the Senate be suspended in order that the $500,00 may be considered as an amendment to the Interior appropriation bill. Under the laws of the Senate, this Virgin Islanders Hold Big Mass Meeting On Wednesday last, at Grace Memorial Church, West 139th Street New York City, a monster massmeeting was held by Americans and Virgin Islanders to demand that Congress grant a permanent form of civil government; rights of citizenship and removal of legislative barriers to trade and commerce now shattered in the Virgin Islands of the United States. Frank R. Crosswaith, organizer of the Elevator Operators Union Local No. 67, presided. The meeting was interesting throughout. The chairman in select words explained to the assemblage, that it was necessary for the Virgin Islanders to procure in the near future their political rights, economic liberty and social equality. He paid high tribute to the native intelligence and literary achievements of the Islanders, recalling the brilliant part played by Denmark Vesey, who was a native of St. Thomas, in his noble attempt to break the chain of chattel slavery in the United States in 1822. A. Philip Randolph, editor of "The Messenger," was then introduced. "The problem of the Virgin Islander," he said, "is one phase of the Universal struggle on the part of the world's lowly, for a place in the sun." He pointed out the need for American Negroes to join with Negroes everywhere and present a solid front against the imperialists of every land. Touching on the point of constructive propaganda, he said, it was necessary to interest the entire press of this nation in the affairs of the downtrodden peoples of the Virgin Islands. No Cause for Shame Mr. A. A. Berle, a prominent lawyer was presented. He reminded his audience that they need not hang their (Continued on page 5) WASHINGTON, D. C. SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1924 motion cannot come up for 24 hours after its introduction; with Friday a legal holiday, the Senate is expected to observe it. The body will meet as usual at noon, but according to custom, will adjourn shortly afterwards; this will make the Lenroot motion come up Saturday when the final fate of the medical appropriation will be decided. Sentiment in the Senate apparently favors the restoration of the item. The vote on the Overman point of order was not along party lines as six Democrats voted against it, while ten Republicans voted for it. However, a number of Republicans and Democrats stated, that they voted for the point of order because they did not want to set the precedent of violating the rules of the Senate, although they favored the appropriation. In support of this contention, Senator Lenroot, while he voted for the point of order, was the one who later made the motion to suspend the rules so the item could be considered as an amendment. Senator Neely of West Virginia stated he was in favor of the appropriation. He voted for the point of order, but was the only Democratic Senator to vote for the items when the bill was being discussed before the sub-committee as well as the general appropriation committee. The six Democrats who voted against the point of order were: Adams, Colorado; Copeland, New York; Edwards, New Jersey; Ferris, Michigan; Walsh, Massachusetts; Dill, Washington. "How Can I Go Up to My Father and The Lad Be Not With Me?" Gen. 44:34. Where are there more pathos and feeling expressed than in that beautiful passage of scripture containing the appeal of Judah for the return of their Brother Benjamin with his brethren after their eventful trip to Egypt? Who is there who, having read it has not felt the love of the aged Father awaiting the return of the party bearing, not only corn as the means of succor, but Benjamin, the younger son and apple of his eye? Little wonder then, that Judah who had become surety to his father for the safe return of his younger brother, put such force into his final appeal. And the message has found echo in the parental love of today. What is it that is too good for us to do for young America? As parents or guardians we labor, plan and with eager eyes, watch the toddling steps from the eradle as far in life as the Almighty gives us strength to do so. And as we labor and struggle we hope and pray that our young hopefuls will not have to labor as we. To provide for the young hopefuls of today is the sacred duty of every man and woman of the age, and this duty rises above the argument of rights. Natural rights cease with the coming of years of discretion, they pass away, with the advent of manhood. In some form or the other, for every man, life becomes a seething conflict as soon as the period of responsibility is reached. He must fight to live, to enjoy any degree of success or to achieve any form of happiness. In the pursuit of this duty Man is A Big Job for Anybody's Mule A Big Job for Angoody's Mule TO RACE PROGRESS PREJUDICE NHE DRIM THE NEGRO SEGREGATION General Platform is Net Result of First Meeting of Sanhedrin Virgin Islands Commission Home The Commission composed of W. H. C. Brown; George H. Woodson; Cornelius R. Richardson; Jefferson H. Coage and Charles E. Mitchell, who were sent to investigate conditions in the Virgin Islands, by President Coolidge, returned to this country Monday after four weeks sojourn in the Islands. The commissioners arrived in Washington Tuesday and immediately began the task of compiling their report. They hope to complete this matter by the last of this week. The commissioners appear to be very much impressed with the climate and the natives of the Islands. Their report will take the form of a recommendation to Congress. Anniversary For Lincoln Theater The Lincoln Theater of which Mr. Charles E. Lane, Jr., is manager, will celebrate its second annivarvary next week. Mr. Lane has arranged a special program for the feature program. At this time he will make a talk on the future development of this theater. Large crowds are expected throughout the week. Seek to Establish $200,000 Home The Young Ladies Business Club, Inc., has opened a drive for $100,000 for the erection of a Home for Working Girls. A home for self-supporting girls is a long felt need in Washington. The home will be provided with kitchens, dining rooms, sewing rooms, and laundry, so that the girls can cook, wash, and make their own clothes. The place will thus serve as a real home for girls. Every person in Washington it is stated will be asked to contribute to this cause. Chicago, Ill. Special—With Union as the central thought and corralling force, the Negro Sanhedrin, far beyond the sanguine hopes of its creator, Dean Kelly Miller, of Howard University, Washington, D. C., was participated in by the largest and most representative group of Negro leaders and organizations functioning in the life of the Negro Race in America. The Negro Sanhedrin, on All Race Conference is the result of a call issued by Dean Miller last January, a year ago, for a conference of all agencies functioning in general or special fields in Negro Race life to consider the state of the Race and to work out a program for co-operation in solving the various problems with which the Negro is concerned in America. A feature of the gathering was the participation by the large group of national organizations, especially that of the group representing the young college-bred Negro youth upon whose shoulders the future success of the movement will rest. The outstanding accomplishment of the conference was considered to be the unanimity of opinion as to the wisdom of the call and the sustained approval of the Sanhedrin idea, and the assurance of all groups that the movement as a permanent means of united effort on the fundamentals of race policy will be supported. Dean Miller, the Chairman of the General Committee on Arrangements for the Conference, arrived in the city Sunday morning, February 10th, accompanied by his secretary, James F. Bowie, and Norman L. McGhee, a member of the General Committee and National Secretary of the Alpha Phi Fraternity. Dean Miller and party were met at the station by a delegation of Chicago citizens headed by Hon. Morris Lewis, Secretary of the Chicago Local Committee on Arrangements for the Conference. Dean Miller, in speaking of the Negro Sanhedrin, said: "The aim of the Negro Sanhedrin is to arrive at some basis for united action among all agencies and activities functioning in the Colored Race. "There," Dean Miller said, "are some seventy-five or more national organizations in the Colored Race. If we can get a unit plan of action, the general result will be betterment of the Race as a whole. The Negro Sanhedrin is not now concerned with action upon any specific matter but, to get at a common basis of action so that all agencies will be strengthened in their particular field or sphere of action." Monday morning and afternoon was spent in registering delegates and in (Continued on page 3) HOWARD THEATER 5 Days Only Beg. Monday Feb. 25 REPEATED BY DEMAND Second and Last Big Week Presenting the Fast and Wonderful Rose Time Revue A Beautiful Cast of 38 People A Pretty Chorus of 22 Girls Now. Regarded as Washington's Greatest Musical Comedy STARRING OUR OWN Miss Gertie Wells, Prima Donna J. Hartwell Cook Carrol Boyd "Red" Davis Eddie Underdown "Rat" Ratley Hazel Jones Peacock Orchestra Office: 920 U St., N.W. DEFEA Mule THE NEGRO Theater Men in Fist Fight Theater Men in Fist Fight Philadelphia, Pa.—Theatrical circles were quite excited here on last Thursday just before the evening performance when Jesse Dunson, manager of Gibson's Dunbar Theatre is alleged to have assaulted and beaten up Louis Azorsky, business manager for Robert Levy's Lafayette Players in "Why Wives Go Wrong" playing the week at the Dunbar, with a cast including Ida Anderson and Charles Olden in leading roles. Azersky had Dunson arrested. At the hearing before Magistrate O'Brien where the former was represented by Attorney J. Austin Norris, Dunson was held in $50 bail for Court. At the hearing it developed that Charles P. McClane, formerly manager of the Dunbar and now in a similar position at the popular Royal Theatre was the innocent cause of it all. It is said that ever since McClane left Gibson's employ for his present position he has been persona non grata to his former boss. As a counter-irritant Gibson sword out a warrant against Azorsky, waiting till near midnight to have it served. At the hearing before Magistrate Amos Scott, he refused to permit Attorney Norris to act as Azorsky's counsel because of a personal difference and held him in $500 bail for Court. Bail was immediately furnished. HOWARD T 5 Days Only Beg. M REPEATED BY Second and Last Presenting the Fast Washington's Best Advertising Medium. ATED NORMAL SCHOOL GIRL INSULTED AND ROBBED White Hoodlum, who Committed Crime, Made his Escape Leaving her home last Monday night about eight o'clock p.m. Miss Edith Davis of 1458 Fuller Street N.W., a senior at Miner Normal School, was insulted, attacked and robbed by an unknown white man a short distance from her home. According to Miss Davis story, she was on her way to meet her sister on 14th Street, when a white man riding a bicycle approached her and made insulting remarks to her. When she resented these remarks the man followed her and grabbed her. Miss Davis screamed for help. In the schuffle that ensued, the white hoodlum snatched her pocket book and made off with it before any help could arrive. The man made good his escape but Miss Davis has a good description of him. So far no arrest has been made. National Benefit Opens Branch on U St. National Benefit Opens Branch on U St. The National Benefit Life Insurance Company of this city will open another branch office here on next Thursday, February 28th. The new office will be known as the up-town office. It will be located in a new building owned by the company at 1209 U Street N.W. Commodious quarters have been fixed up to take care of the ever growing business of this growing concern. The up-town office will greatly relieve the strain on the home office at 609 F Street, N.W. In addition to the new up-town office, the National Benefit also maintains branch office in Southwest. The new office of the company will be open for public inspection next Thursday between the hours of two p.m. and nine p.m. The public is cordially invited to visit and inspect these quarters. THEATER Monday Feb. 25 BY DEMAND ast Big Week ast and Wonderful LOCALS AND SOCIETY PAGE TWO Announces Marriage Bir. Chas. M: Smothers announces the marriage of his daughter Lillian, to Mr. Bushrod J. Mickey on Decem- ber 10, 1923 in Alexandria, Va. 4 aa = a if rl owe MRS. BUSHROD J. MICKEY, nee Miss Lillian_V. Smothers » Mrs. Edward Butler entertained her club, The Young Ladies Jolly Circle, at her home, 1015 Lamont Street, Northwest? on last Thursday evening, The club had their usual business medting first, after the rest of the evening was spent in feasting, card Playing and dancing. Among those present were: Mrs. Florence Chester, Mrs. Genineve Croeket, Mrs. Hattie Brown, Miss: Bertha Gray, Mrs. Sadie DeMold, Miss Ida Bowel, Miss Lillian Cole, Miss Cical Hampton, Miss Irene Jackson, Mrs. Blanch Patterson, Mrs. Thelma Joye. Ss Mrs. Ada Albert Watts was married at Warrenton, Va., on, February 14, 1924, to Mr. Anthony Ry Dangerfield, _Jv., of Hume, Va. Mrs. Dangerfield is a daughter of Mr. A. P. Albert, 1951 ‘Third Street, Northwest. Miss ‘Elsie Louise Payne of 1456 Chueh Street, Northwest, has re- turned home after_a pleasant stay with relatives and friends in Union- town, Pa. ‘The W. C. T. U, of the 15th Street Presbyterian Church held a Lincoln- Daven yore reception at the ‘residence 8¢.the président, Mrs, EB. V. C. Williams, 1523 Corcoran Street Northwest, Tuesday evening, Febru- ary Ist. ‘ The speakers were the Hon. Archi- bald Grimke, who gave an address on Fredrick Douglass; Captain Louis Mellinger spoke on Lincoln, Other numbers Were recitations by Misses Rozelle Consar and ‘Ada E, Williams, followed by an address by Mrs. Boyce, president of the Y.W.C.A., Miss Vir- ginia L. Williams and Mr. Joseph Walker rendered vocal selections. Mrs. Rosetta E: Lawson spoke quite elo- quently, giving the origin of the W.C. TU. : Washington-Ruffin Announcement Mr. and Mrs. George B. Washington announce the marriage of their sister, Ida Jeanette, to Mr. John Benjamin Ruin, Jr, of New York City, Octo- ber 24, 1923, Due to recent illness of the bride the ceremony was quietly performed at St. Aloysius Church, Jersey City, NJ. Only parents of the croom and relatives of the bride were present. The bride left immed- iately after the ceremony for Wash- ington, D.C. Mv. William R. Greggs, who was called South about two weeks ago on the uceount of the illness of his brother, has returned to the city. Despite the inclement weather Sun- day last, Mr. and Mrs. Williams War- ren, 1611 Coreaoran Street, N.W. Apt. 4, entertained at five o'clock tea. Among those present were: Misses Eleanor Chambers, Lottie Jones, Florence Jackson, Belle Faulkner, Armetia Scott, Marie Bush, and Beu- lah Rowland; Messrs. R. Wilson, Vic- tor Turner, Edward Chambers, An- drew Roberson, Mr. and Mrs. Cham- bers. and Mrs. Mattie Jackson. The Plum Club, composed of Shriners, was entertained by Mr. B. ©. Kelly in his apartment, 1915 16th Street NW. Light refreshments were served. The guests enjoyed the even- ing with cards and refreshments. LINCOLN CONGREGATIONAL TEMPLE At Lincoln Congregational Temple Sunday morning Rev. R. W. Brooks, the new pastor, will speak on the sub- ject, “Why Serve God?” In this day of apostasy and extreme scepticism, it is not only necessary to have faith, but we must also have a reasonable faith If we are to satisfy the ques. tionings of this generation our gog- mas and creeds must be translated in terms of positive values. Hear this discussion and be benefited. Mr. Gaylord Caldwell, celebrated tenor, will sing at the morning service, Killed by Automobile John. Richardson of 1220 Kirby Street, Northwest, was struck by a speeding automobile and fatally in- jured at New Jersey Avenue: and: N Street, Sunday night last, about 9:30. Mr. Richardson was crossing New Jersey Avenue where a Navy Yard bound car had ‘stopped to take on passengers, when: the accident: occur- red. Just as he started across. the track, the street car pulled off. He inereased his speed to get out of the way of the street-car, but in so doing, ran right im front of am automobile which was passing at the rate of 20 or 22 miles an-hour. The driver of the automobile, seeing that the street car was moving off, doubtless didn't think it necessary to stop nor to change his speci When Mr. Richardson darted out in front of the auto and was struck, the driver evidently was sure that he had made a good job of it, therefore he didn’t think it necessary to” stop to look things over. Cannone: he got away, so he thought, aided by dark- ness, without leaving any: clue as to his identity. But it is reported that ‘the motorman took the-number on his ear and has turned it over to the police, Mr. Richardson was rushed to Freedmen’s Hospital where it was found that he suffered a broken leg and internal injuries so critical that death followed on Tuesday. He ‘had been for some time em- ployed by the Seaboard Air Line as waiter. He was a member of the Elles’ fraternity and a Catholic. Funeral services were held at the Holy Redeemer Church, New York and New Jersey Avenues at 9 o'clock Friday morning. Interment followed at Mt. Olive cemetery. | He leaves to mourn, a wife, Mrs. VAcned E.-and a eba, Oude. BALTIMORE SOCIETY PLAYERS IN MUSICAL PLAY AT HOWARD THEATRE, MARCH Ist “The Love Game” a musical play in three sensational acts, written. and produced by Mr.~Louis H. Murray, will be the classic feature of pext week's amusements. Mr. Murray, now a professor of dancing in the ‘Training School of Baltimore, is well known in Washington, having been a former demonstrator of Artistic and Social dancing at Howard Uni- versity and Armstrong and Dunbar High Schools. Mr, Murray's sensa- tional play is being presented by Mrs, Vivian Thompson Turner and Mrs. Ruth Comma Steward, in aid of the Young Women’s Business League, promoted under the able direction of Dr. Jas, R. Fletcher. Among the players-are many char- acters who aré socially prominent in Washington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, and New York. Miss Bernie eHughes and Miss Constaytia Wharton play leading roles with Mr. Murray him- af. AO QNINSe DEATH OF MRS. MARTHA STEWART HOUGH Mrs. Martha Hough, wife of Stan- ley C. Hough of Howard University medical school died suddenly at her home in Columbus, Ohio. Her death came asa shock to the many friends that she made in Wash- ington on her visit here last summer at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Harvey Nicholson. Mrs Hough was a pianist of note. MUSICAL ARTISTS TO APPEAR ‘Tim Senior Law Class of the John M. Langston, Law School, after a successful half year’s work, expects to better its record in the last half year. The Class is presenting to the public, Maud Cuney Hare, lecturer and pianist and William H. Richard- son, baritone, in two engagements, February 27, at Lincoln Temple, cor. Lith and R Streets N.W.; and Febru- ary 29, at Walker Memorial Church, on 13th Street, between U ani V Streets, N.W. Each performance be- gins at 8: p.m. The Senior Class in this, its first entertainment, has sought to put be- fore the public real high class artists, and feel that it has secured two of | America’s best. Leading newspapers ‘the country over, have given them ‘praise. The public is invited. | The Celumbia Forum program pre- ‘sented at John Wesley A. M. E Z. Church will be repeated March 5th at the Florida Avenue Baptist Church, between 6th and 7th Streets, (NW. | Walker Memoriat Baptist Church is | giving an apron bazaar February 27 jto 29. | PEpneral of Miss Amelia Cusberd The funeral ef Miss Amelia Cus- berd, sister of Mrs. Emma Cabaniss, Mrs. E. Banister and Mr. James Cus- berd, was held Saturday, February 16 front the residence of Mrs. Cusberd, her sister, with Dr. W. H. Brook: officiating, assisted by Rev. E. W. Villians. Solos were rendered by THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1924 Miss Virginia Williams and Mrs. Estelle Williams. Miss Cusberd was a member of 19th Street Baptist Church and of Queen of Sheba House- hold of Ruth, No. 29. ° ‘The O. E. S. Tournament, A- group of the members of The Prinee Hall Chapter; No. 5, Order Eastern Star, with Mrs. Bertha Ander- son, as chairman, gave # five hundred card party at the: residence of Dr. and-Mrs. R. T. Nelson; 1881 3rd Street Northwest, Wednesday night. The lady’s prize was won by Mrs. A. F. Reid, 125 S Street Northwest. The gentleman's prize was won by J. A. G. LuValle, of ‘The Tribune. The tournament was a success and the ladies’are already considering a future date for another entertainment. Founders’ Day Celebration At Sian Plymouth Congregational Church will hold Founders’ Day Exercises at all services on Sunday, February 24. At the morning service the pastor, Rev. J. C. Olden will preach on. “The Day of Giants.” In the evening at eight o'clock, Rev. Sterling N. Brown, D.D. a former pastor, will preach and tell of the early days of the church. Some of the older members and chil- dren of charter members will take the congregation back to their childhood days when Plymouth was beginning to take its place as one of the potent influences for xood in this community. ‘The members of the Essex Club of the Veterans Bureau; namely, Messrs. Wm. H. Ferguson, Arthur H. Gaston, Preston A. Mason, Harry T. Randolph, Kermit D. Ross, Alphonso V. Johnson and Silas Cook, celebrated the sixth anniversary of the elub’s existence Thursday at the Arlington Building with an elaborate four-course lunch- eon. Memmbers and guests were feasted all the way from soup to nuts. Mrs. John E, Smith spent a few days in Wilmington, Del., ~as the house guest of» Mrs. H. B. Hoxten last week, enroute to New York City. Mrs, Mary Johnson, of New York City, is in the city visiting her daugh: ter Mrs, William Warren, 1611 Cor- coran’ Street N.W. A UNIQUE VALENTINE PARTY The Zaza Art Cierle of Southeast Washington gave a very unique Val- entine and costume party, February 14, at the residence of Dr. and Mrs. Harvey Nicholson, 649 C Street, SiE. ‘The ladies were garbed in Valentine costumes made by their own hands which presented: a spectacular ap- pearance. The house was elaborately decorated by the members of the cir- cle, The evening was spen feasting and dancing. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs, Thomas Delaney; Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Slade; Mr. and Mrs. Wm, Barnes, Mr. and Mrs. Perey Barnes, Mr. and Mrs. John Dickerson, Dr. and Mrs. Clifton Barnes, Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Middleton Prof. and Mrs. Perey Barnes, Mr. and Mrs. John Dickerson, Dr. and Mrs. Clifton Barnes, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, Dr. and Mrs, Ferdinand Miles, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dawes, Mr. and Mrs, Chester Atkinson, Dr, and Mrs. H. Nicholson, Mrs. Elizabeth Gray, Mrs. Marie Lennox, Mrs. Flor- ence Queenan, Mr. Coles, and Mr. Montgomery and Turner of Howard University who were visiting guests. THE BRENTWOOD FIRE On Saturday evening about 3:30 o'clock the residence of Mrs. Smith at the corner of John and Banner Streets, caught fire. "Damages by fire and water totaled several hundred dollars. Complete destruction of the property was prevented by the efforts of the fire departments of Mt. Rainer, Cottage City, Brentwood and North Brentwood. The North Brentwood Fire Depart- ment was slightly incapacitated by the lack of proper organization. The department is now being reorganized under the chieftainship of Henry Stafford. RUFFIN-WASHINGTON ~ NUPTIALS The marriage of J. B. Ruffin and Miss Ida Jeanette Washington, which took place last October, in Jersey City was announced February 12th, when Mr. Ruffin came to claim his bride. A reception was held at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Gardner, 1753 T Street, Northwest. Barring- ton Guy sang “Oh Promise Me” just before the appearance of the bride. Mrs. Margaret Smith Scott played “Lohengrin” when the bride appeared attired in @ gown of white georgette brocaded in crystals; with silver slip- pers. Her veil was held in place with orange blossoms and she carried a shower bouquet of sweetheart roses and lilies of the valley. Miss Evelyn Gardner was her only attendant. The house decorations were palms and cut flowers. A wedding diriner was setved:~The couple was the recipient of many beautiful and useful gifts. Mr. and Mrs. Ruffin -left immediaely after the reception on their widding trip. They will be at home, 1875 Pacific Street, New Work, after March 1st. = Southern Students _ Given New Conception: Columbia, S.C., Feb. 15,—(Speciat) Thirty-five hundred students. in leading: white colleges of South Caro- Tina were recently given a new con- ception of the possibilities of the colored: race, through a tour of the ‘state by Prof. George Carver, the famous Tuskegee scientist, under the auspices of the Commission on In- dustrial Co-operation. Taking” along a. most interesting exhibit of his pea- mut, sweet potato, peacan and clay pro- ducts, Prof. Carver addressed the students of six big schools and every- where was cordially received. He made a profound impression. In every city visited he appeared also at. the colored highschoet with a message of inspira- tion for the pupils. _ While the tour had no small measure of scientific’ value, its most important aie was the deeper appreciation of the possibilities of his race which Prof. Carver inspired in. all his hearers. This result was most apparent and was repeatedly commented on by ob- servers. re The Interracial Commission has al- so sent representative colored speak- ers into’ many of the white’ colleges of Virginia, North Carolina, Tenne- ssee, Kentucky and Oklahoma, and always with the finest results. Probab- ly no part of its. program is more ef- fective than this plan by which thousands of college students—the leaders of tomorrow—are enabled to see what the best types of colored people are capable of and to hear the Negro’s viewpoint presented by “able representatives of the race. Among those who have made such tours for the Commission are Dr. J. T. Hodges, of South Carolina, Dr. James Bond, of Kentucky, Dr. Isaac Fisher, of Fisk niversity, and Dr. H. 'T. S. Johnson, of Oklahoma. Y.W. C. A: Notes Miss Mat Hawes, a National Finan. cial Secretary of the ¥.W.C.A. is so journeying ip ie for the express purpose of helping to formulate plan: for our: coming ¥.W.C.A, campaign $0 far, she has feceived a most en- thusiastie response from’ the local workers which means. great encour: agement. t The Industrial and Business Girls will render ‘the international vesper service of the YsW.C.A. on Sunday, February 24th, at 4 p.m. Different nationalities will be represented. Spec- ial music will be given under’the di rection of Miss Virginia Williams. Miss: Anderson of the E Street, .Y W.C.A. will address the Industrial In. ternational “Y.” Vespers on Sunday The Residence Comniittee of the Phyllis Wheatley Y.W.C.A, is leaving no stone unturned in making its an. nual Mardi Gras at Conventionla Hal Friday night, February 29, a sucess Merry revelry! Gorgeous _ floats! Aesthetic dancing! Attractive booths! will prevail. 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In fact it is due rather to the lack of an explosion, and right here, I am going to drop the bomb I hope you are not hit. This is an explosion of a idea, a fancy held by far too many—that Negroes all have good teeth, beautiful teeth, excellent teeth if you please. In some way, somehow we have earned a reputation for having unusually fine teeth and many of us have—who take good care of them. Within the past few months it has been my privilege in co-operation with my assistants to make physical examinations of nearly 3000 young men and women, the flower of our race. As a part of this examination we made a careful inspection of the teeth and the revelation was shocking. Please catch the significance of this statement. We examined young men and women, not old men and women. How unhappy must be the future outlook for these young people, unless they at once put themselves, under the care of the dentist and remain under his supervision until the end of life's span. As a rule the front teeth are good. Ask the average young person to show his teeth and he simply draws back his lips, but we do not stop there, we had them in the language of the dentist to "open wide." And there behold the chamber of horrors which only too frequently revealed itself, a study in decay, cavities, snags, toothless gums and infections galope Because of bad teeth thousands of our race are injured for life and many will die from disease directly traceable to this neglect of personal hygiene. The teeth are faithful servants and will serve us well and long if we reward them with the proper attention. In our efforts to maintain health at the proper standard it is just as important to visit the dentist at least once a year as it is to call upon the physician for his examination. If in this explosion you have been hit, go see your dentist at once, and even if you did not get hit go see him any way, for the day will surely come when you will "wish you had." A person is no healthier than his teeth. General | Platform is Result of Sanhedrin (Continued from page 1) the formation of committees to handle the various fundamental topics to be considered by the Conference. Before the end of the day, more than 300 delegates had been registered. A public reception to delegates and visitors to the conference was held Monday evening at the Vincennes Hotel which was attended by more than two thousand persons. The Conference opened for discussion of special topics Tuesday morning, the subject for the first session being, "The Basic Importance of the Physical Stamina of the Race." The speakers who led the discussion were Dr. U. G. Daily, and Dr. A. Wilberforce Williams, of Chicago. In the afternoon discussion of the subject "Out Educational Program," was engaged in by Dean Gilbert H. Jones, of Wilberforce University, President John Hope, of Morehouse College, and President R. C. Woods, of Virginia Theological Seminary and College as the main speakers. The Tuesday evening session at the Wendell Phillips High School was in the nature of an official welcome to delegates and visitors to the Negro Sanhedrin by Mayor Dever of the city of Chicago. Dean Miller was the principal speaker of the evening. Other speakers were Major R. R. Jackson, Hon. Robert I. Vann, Robert S. Abbott, and Claude A. Barnett. Other important sessions during the week were devoted to the discussion of the subjects: The Commission on each subject mentioned gave consideration to any and all recommendations where were presented to the Sanhedrin regarding the particular question with which it was concerned. The findings of the Commissions were presented to a Committee on Findings and Permanent Results of the Conference which presented its report which was approved by the Sanhedrin. The Sanhedrin ended Friday evening February 15th with a monster banquet to the delegates and visitors given at the Y. M. C. A. by the Local Committee on Arrangements of which Dr. Carl Roberts was Chairman. Amongst those who spoke at the banquet were: Rev. Charles W. Burton, who spoke on behalf of the citizens of Chicago; Rev. H. J. Callis, of Washington, D.C. who spoke on the growth of the Sanhedrin idea; James Weldon Johnson, of New York City; T. Arnold Hill, of Chicago, who spoke on the part of Labor; Dr. Mary Waring, of Chicago; Charles Cottrell, of Toledo, Ohio; A. Leroo Locke of Washington, D.C., who spoke on world wide movements and the Negro; Miss Elizabeth Lindsay Davis, of Chicago, who spoke on behalf of the mothers of the Race; Miss Vivian E. Mason, of Chicago and student in the University of Illinois, who spoke on the part of the modern woman; Rev. J. B. Redmond, of Chicago; and Dr. R. A. Williams, of Chicago. Dean Kelly Miller closed the Sanhedrin with an expression of thanks to the Chicago Local Committee of Arrangements and to the Citizens of Chicago whose whole-hearted cooperation and efforts made possible the great success which has come out of the conference. The toastmaster at the banquet was Dr Carl G. Roberts whose work as Chairman of the Chicago Local Committee was so fruitful. The officers elected to guide the Sanhedrin for the year 1924 are: Dean Kelly Miller, President; J. B. Ranson, of Indianapolis, Ind., VicePresident; James L. Neill, of Washington, D.C., Secretary; and John R. Hawkins, of Washington, D.C., Treasurer. The following is the report of the committee appointed on Findings, and Permanent Results, which report represents the net results of the conference: -d h-tom htmchtmeh mthmtmemme * * * * REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON FINDINGS AND PERMANENT RESULTS OF THE NEGRO SAN-HEDRIN CONFERENCE Your committee has considered its duty to be a careful examination of the reports of the several special Commissions of the Sanhedrin Conference as well as a review of the papers and discussions of the sessions with the view of finding the consensus of opinion on the fundamental issues of the race situation and of formulating some common program of policy and action. Outstanding was the unanimous and sustained approval of the Sanhedrin idea. From the unanimous and sustained approval of the Sanhedrin idea in all conferences and discussions, we assert our conviction that the permanence of the movement is assured and both the principle and expediency of a united front on the foundamentals of race policy have been demonstrated. We commend gratefully and wholeheartedly the initiative wisdom and constructive statemanship of Kelly Miller, sponsor of the movement, and with equal emphasis command the hearty response and unreserved endorsement of the 60 or more organizations participating. We regard as highly significant and as indicative of an awakened group spirit the willingness of men and women to surrender individualities and personalities and submit themselves to this unique demonstrations of the principle of common counsel and co-operative effort. This conference has given birth to the convention that we are now ready as a group to underwrite a common program for embodying with the least possible division of opinion our common needs and basic interests. After reviewing many detailed suggestions of the various commissions, which will be made available in the printed report of the general proceedings, we beg to report as backed by an overwhelming consensus of opinion the following: 1. That the conference be continued on a permanently organized basis as formulated by the Committee on Organization. 2. That there be maintained at Washington, D.C. as part of or under the supervision of, the Executive Council of the Negro Sanhedrin, a Commission on Public Information to keep the constituent organizations apprized of matters relating to Negro interests especially with respect to Congressional legislation. 3. That the body is assured that the Sanhedrin project in no way comprises the individual independence or infringes upon the special activities of the constituent organizations, but will be effective in co-ordinating their efforts and supporting necessary measures by a greater unanimity of public opinion and public action. It is the sense of the Negro Sanhedrin that: Health—Our medical profession in co-operation with public health authorities and privately organizer agencies, stress the importance of health sanitation and public hygien as a matter of race and community service. The extension of preventative medicine, nurse training, larger hospital facilities, increased opportunity for medical training are regarded imperative. Business-We advocate centering attention on the development of Negro business because of the vital connection of financial prosperity and independence with all other group activ observed at 3 o'clock p.m. day. An interesting pro rendered including solos, and papers. An address Education—Equal school facilities based upon Equal per capita distribution of all public available for the maintenance of public school education throughout the country is the only basis upon which education can succeed in a democracy, and accomplished its public duty. We endorse the promotion and support of public and private institutions for the higher education, professional, technical and liberal as necessary to produce the intelligent leadership of the race. In this connection the Sanhedrin goes on record as approving and urging the continued government support by Congress\appropriation for Howard University. Negro Press The Negro Sanhedrin commends the Negro Press for valiant race service in the past, but stresses the increasing need of developing a policy of constructive public service by which fundamental interests of the group will not be jeopardized by the commercialization of news. Our race press at the present time needs the development of a organized news service national and international in scope. Race Movements, Domestic And Foreign—Our race interests require the consideration of our problems in their world aspects and relations on the basis of a unity of mind and cooperative contact between the Negro peoples of America, the West Indies, and Africa. The conference endorses the main objectives of the Pan-African movement especially as the beginning of the service of the American Negro in the economic and educational and spiritual redemption of Africa. We ask government aid for Liberia, the rights of citizenship and civil administration for the Virgin Islands, the restoral of selfcontrol in Haytij, and representation towards securing the free access to American citizens of color on a equal basis with other citizens through all parts of Africa. Fraternal Organizations—The Negro Sanhedrin commends the participation in the Sanhedrin Conference of the Fraternal Orders and Benovelent organizations and stresses their importance in race-welfare as agencies of thrift and discipline. It suggests the imperative need for larger participation of the best trained intelligence and consecrated leadership in these organizations and the utilization of their financial resources for wider social projects in education, business and community betterment. Interfraternal co-operation is urged as one of the most promising instruments for a development and maintenance of harmony of action within the race. Religion—We conceive our mission to the world to be morally spiritual and believe that the christian religion is not only a program for the salvation of the individual but for the salvation of society and that the application of its teachings to social, industrial, family and civic relations, is the basis of a practical solution of race problems and differences. The Christian church is, committed to world-wide evangelization and missions and we are certain that his field of human effort offers a great opportunity for interdenominational co-operation. We would therefore urge our independent christian bodies to unite on a common and constructive program of world wide mission. Inter-Racial Relations—The change of distribution in the Negro population demands increasing emphasis upon community adjustments on an inter-racial basis. The Negro Sanhedrin commends the system of interracial committee and recommends the extension of this plan to communities where they have not yet been organized. Attention is called to the pressing importance of assuming financial responsibility for our fair share in the support of civic and social projects. Politics And Public Utterance—It is the sense of the Negro Sanhedrin that political activity is essential to race welfare and that we should maintain a political leadership that is independent, intelligent, trustworthy and incorruptible. In the present emergency, we cannot forego the right to free and untrammeled public utterance in protesting against all forms of injustice to the race and contesting the withholding of our civil and common citizenship rights. Women's Movements And Organizations—Our conviction of the value of equal participation of women in all progressive social work and the wisdom of the extension of the activities of women in every possible field leads us to commend the party they have played and to urge greater activity. Labor-It is the sense of the Negro Sanhedrin that the exploitation of Negro labor in the conflict between capital and organized labor is unfair and detrimental and that the principle of equal pay, recognition of Negro workers in fields where labor is or organized, and community assistance to Negro workers in industrial centers and organized financial relief in farming centers are all highly desirable. Business—We advocate centering attention on the development of Negro business because of the vital connection of financial prosperity and independence with all other group activity. Professional business training for the higher personnel of organized Negro business is imperative at this critical statge of development. We urge more general encouragement and support of Negro business enterprises. Race Knowledge and the Promotion or Scholarship, Literature, and Art We call attention to the desirability of promoting travel, exchange of students between all bodies of Negro peoples, the broadening of journalistic contacts, and the dissemination of scientifically accurate information concerning the achievements and present condition of the Negro as well as concerning the history of the race and of African civilization and culture. We believe that the development of the spiritual assets and special genius of the race in Literature, Music, Art, and Drama, to be one of the most effective agencies for race development and recognition and that such activity affords one of the most favorable points of inter-racial contact. Negro College Youth—The Negro Sanhedrin commends especially the participation of organizations representing the Negro college youth and recognize as of utmost importance to the movement the value of their continued participation and the development of the program of this committee's report which is attached hereto, and made a part hereof. Respectfully submitted: Robert L. Vann, Chairman. A. L. Locke, Secretary, Bishop R. A. Cayter, Bishop C. C. Clemens, Raymond W. Cannon S. A. T. Watkins Mrs. Elizabeth Lindsay Davis Observed Sunday School Day Sunday School Day at the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, 25th Street, between H and O Streets, NW. was COUGHS The most stubborn cough will be relieved by Pronto' COUGH BALSAM 50 cents, at your druggist. A. E. Your Hair Can Be A Crown of Beauty No longer need you wish for beautiful hair. 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The following article is taken from the only Western paper that carried any news of the matter. Owners to Enforce Signed Contracts St. Louis, Feb. 15.—The National Negro Baseball League decided while meeting in this city on Saturday to resort to the courts of the land to secure the recognition of its contract rights with players. Injunction proceedings in state and Federal courts will be invoked to make players observe contracts which have been signed with National Negro League clubs and to make it unprofitable for team owners in the Eastern and other baseball organizations to attempt to build up teams by inducing National players to jump their contracts. Royal Giants Sign Joe Williams For the express purpose of ratifying the schedule drafted by a chosen committee, the Commissioners of the Mutual Association of Eastern Colored baseball Clubs will meet in Philadelphia. Saturday, February, 23rd. The matter of effecting a lay-out that will meet with the approval of the entire body has developed into quite a task and the board will do well to dispose of the matter without the necessity of another meeting. In all probability the season will open April 26th. The Brooklyn Royal Giants have signed "Smokey Joe" Williams, who for a number of years has been the star hurler of the Lincoln Giants. Jim Kenean let the big fellow out and "Nat" Strong figured he was a long way from being through, hence the Harlem idol will join the ranks of the Royals next season. Baseball Bugs Getting Warmed Up Baseball Bugs Getting Warmed Up An opening day that promises to surpass that of last season is forecasted by this column when the Potomacs meet the Cuban Stars of Havana Cuba in the first Mutual Association baseball game at the American League park on April 24th. Already preliminary arrangements for a grand parade, and other ceremonies are underway. With the assurance that the Potomacs will be greatly strengthened and the known caliber of the Cubans, the fans are promised mid-season baseball from the first day. The Cubans are now in Havana contesting for the Island pennant. After leaving Cuban they begin an exhibition tour that ends about April 15th. Many of the Potomacs are playing baseball in California and Cuba. The entire repertoire of the locals will assemble here April 1st for training. Manager Taylor is negotiating for a site to train that the fans can come out and with the comforts of seats, watch the warriors get into shape. POTOMACS WILL TRAVEL IN MOTOR BUS A big White model, motor bus, suitable for carrying twenty men and costing $2200 has been purchased by the Potomac Baseball Club. The locals will travel almost exclusively in the bus. Busses have been in use by baseball clubs for some time., Last year the Bacharach Giants of Atlantic City traveled in a Reo. Recently the Baltimore Black Sox management purchased a bus. The club owners state that a big slice is saved in railroad fares and the difference in the time for making trips is slight. The "Y" Big Five defeated the St. Cyprine, 42-32. Captain Davis led with 11 baskets for the winners. The Saints used Gordon and Bush of the Prep squad. Carlisles Stop Georgia Tigers The most spirited basketball game on a local court this season was witnessed by a large gallery at the Colonnade on Monday night, when the Carlisle "5" broke the winning streak of the Morehouse Tigers, by the count, 43-30. The game was a nip-and-tuck affair from the initial whistle to near the close of the game. The collegians forged to the front at the start and led until late in the second period when the locals took advantage of the Tigers' unguarded open back court style and tiredness, and scored almost at will. Hill, Barbour and Mayo played bang-up the entire route. Wheatland found himself in the last half. The visiting combination showed rare ability at passing and handling the ball. Carlisle(43) Morehouse(30) Hill L.F. Gayles Ed. Davis R.F. Clark Wheatland Center Traylor Barbour L.G. Archer Mayo R.G. Sykes Substitutes — Morehouse: Allen. Carlisle: Everett Davis. Floor goals— Hill 7, Wheatland 6, Sykes 5, Traylor 4. Ed. Davis 3, Gayles 3, Clark 1, Archer 1. Everett Davis 1, Goals from foul—Hill (4 in 6). Ed. Davis (4 in 5); Sykes (2 in 3); Mayo (1 in 2). Referee T. Johnson. Morehouse Spurts to Beat Hampton Hampton, Va., Feb. 16—A bunch of angry, tall, and confident basketeers journeyed from Morehouse College with the confidence born of many recent victories, met a shock, recovered, and after one of the gamest fights witnessed at Hampton, finally won the game in the last few minutes of play by the score of 34-27. The brightest of all stars were the two centers, Hargrove of Hampton and Traylor of Morehouse. Hargrove scored 12 points and Traylor 13. Gunn played a dazzling game at guard and as usual displayed his superb dribbling ability. Jones' and McNichols' all-round game was noteworthy. Captain Langston was the usual streak and broke up several rallies of Morehouse. Field goals—Traylor 4, Hargrove 6 Clark 4, McNichols 3, Sykes 3, Gayles 2, Jones 2. Fouls—Gunn 3, McNichols 2, Gayles 1, Traylor 1, Sykes 1, Archer 1. Lithuanians Return to Meet Carlisle Lithuanians Return to Meet Carlisle Revenge will be the battle cry of Conway's Carlisle basketeers on the night of Wednesday, February 27, when they meet in a return game at the Colonnade, the flashy Lithuanian point of Baltimore. quint of Darien. It was against the Lithuanian that the present rejuvenated Carlisle outfit made its debut early in the season. The white performers from the Monument City took the locals' number after a red-hot battle, 22 to 20. Since this game the Carlisle aggregation has been going "great guns." Only the great Renaissance quint of New York has been able to take the locals' measure. The Lithuanians have also been setting a dizzy pace. The Wymans fell before them and the Aloysius five, District white champions, were carriar an extra period to win. THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1924 C "Bill" Paska, captain, coach and star player of the Lithuanians who play Carlisle, February 27th. The following resolution was passed by the Board of Trustees of Howard University at the meeting on February 5th: "The University will confer the Varsity "H" upon all those former athletes never having received one, who shall be recommended by Dr. R. E. Jones of Charleston, West Virginia; Dean Holmes of the School of Education, and Mr. E. B. Smith, Alumni and Field Secretary of the University. Time and place of conferring will be left to the discretion of the above named committee." C. I. A. A. Meeting The Colored Intercollegiate Athletic Association will hold its annual meeting at the Virginia Theological Seminary and College on March 7th and 8th. This meeting promises to be one of the most interesting in the Association's history. Among the speakers are E. B. Henderson, Physical Director at Dunbar, who will talk on "How Officials Can Co-operate with Schools for Better Efficiency." Orioles No Match for Blue Belts Displaying a superior game in all departments, Chris Huiswoud's speedy Blue Belts basketball team of New York City toyed with the Baltimore Orioles in their championship clash at the Colonnade, St. Valentine's night, the Blue Belts winning, 26-17. The game was extremely rough for a fairer, sex encounter but scintillating shots and clever dribbling and passing, time and again caused the gallery to burst into a stampede of applause. Miss Dobson was the all-round star of the game but the entire personnel of the Blue Belts knew what they were on the court for and demonstrated the same. The Orioles lacked the polish of their opponents. The big court also handicapped them. Misses Spriggs and Thompson were the best performers for the Baltimoreians. Line-up and summary Blue Belts(26) Orioles(17) C. Mason ...Forward... White J. Byrd(c) ...Forward... Spriggs(c) L. Dobson ...Center ... Thompson H. Eliason ...Guard ... Gaines M. Cornelius ...Guard ... Marshall Substitutions—Orioles: Taylor for Thompson. Floor goals—Dobson 5, Mason 3, Byrd 3, White 2, Spriggs 2, Thompson 2, Taylor 1. Goals from fouls—Byrd (2 in 5), Taylor (1 in 2), Gaines (1 in 3), White (1 in 6), Dobson (1 in 2), Mason (1 in 2). Referee—Mr. N. Miller. DANNY EDWARDS LOSES New York, February 20.—Abe Goldstein, New York, bantamweight, received the Judges' decision over Dannie Edwards, Negro boxer of San dFrancisco, in a ten-round contest las night. SPORTS CHATTER By H. Scott, Tribune Sports Editor EARL BROWN TO AGAIN TRY FOR HARVARD NI Press items from Harvard again herald Earl Brown a string pitcher on the varsity nine. Few know that this same Earl Brown is a native and a former Howard University football and baseball. As a member of the Harvard Freshman team three made an enviable record, but last year when everybody to make a name for himself on the varsity, he was de German and not allowed to try for the nine. This face him this year. We can't believe that Brown would work, knowing that to make the baseball team he m classes. We are inclined to fear that Harvard authori for Race athletes. Probably the annual Southern trip stands in the way. FOR HARVARD NINE Ralph Earl Brown as a prospective first- brown is a native of Alexandria, Va., ball and baseball star. Shannon team three years ago, Brown sur when everybody was expecting him varsity, he was declared conditioned in the nine. This same condition may that Brown would neglect his academic baseball team he must keep up in his t Harvard authorities are not anxious ual Southern trip that Harvard makes the hero of many a ring battle, was three years in the house of correction Two decades ago, Walcott was the A memorable 20-round draw between he remembered by old-timers. Unless it may spend his last days under the ASK NOW? Fisk. He has accepted a position at February 1st. With our greatest grid stars. We have ing to take the opinions of his team- and class him with the immortals of all a star performer. Wonder if athletics at Fisk will sink ian has indirectly been about the only followers posted on athletics at the o sport writers and it was very neces- rned to school to get a story on Fisk's d "Tubby" in his new work. EARL BROWN TO AGAIN TRY FOR HARVARD NINE Press items from Harvard again herald Earl Brown as a prospective first-string pitcher on the varsity nine. Few know that this same Earl Brown is a native of Alexandria, Va., and a former Howard University football and baseball star. As a member of the Harvard Freshman team three years ago, Brown made an enviable record, but last year when everybody was expecting him to make a name for himself on the varsity, he was declared conditioned in German and not allowed to try for the nine. This same condition may face him this year. We can't believe that Brown would neglect his academic work, knowing that to make the baseball team he must keep up in his classes. We are inclined to fear that Harvard authorities are not anxious for Race athletes. Probably the annual Southern trip that Harvard makes stands in the way. JOE WALCOTT SENTENCED Joe Walcott, fifty-one years old, the hero of many a ring battle, was sentenced in Boston last week to serve three years in the house of correction for assault and carrying a revolver. Two decades ago, Walcott was the welterweight champion of the world. A memorable 20-round draw between him and Joe Gans in 1904, will long be remembered by old-timers. Unless ring fans come to his rescue, Walcott may spend his last days under the bondage of the law. Joe Walcott, fifty-one years old, the hero of many a ring battle, was sentenced in Boston last week to serve three years in the house of correction for assault and carrying a revolver. Two decades ago, Walcott was the welterweight champion of the world. A memorable 20-round draw between him and Joe Gans in 1904, will long be remembered by old-timers. Unless ring fans come to his rescue, Walcott may spend his last days under the bondage of the law. WILL WE EVER HEAR FROM FISK NOW? "Tubby" Johnson is no longer at Fisk. He has accepted a position at Clark University and began work on February 1st. "Tubby" Johnson is no longer at Fisk. He Clark University and began work on February "Tubby" has taken a place along with our gr never seen him in action but are willing to tak mates, opposing players and coaches and class hi times. On the diamond he was also a star perf With the passing of Johnson we wonder if into oblivion. For years the Kentuckian has imeans of keeping Fisk's alumni and followers university. His prowess was known to sport wary each year to learn if he had returned to sch football chances. Much luck is wished "Tubby" "Tubby" has taken a place along with our greatest grid stars. We have never seen him in action but are willing to take the opinions of his teammates, opposing players and coaches and class him with the immortals of all times. On the diamond he was also a star performer. With the passing of Johnson we wonder if athletics at Fisk will sink into oblivion. For years the Kentuckian has indirectly been about the only means of keeping Fisk's alumni and followers posted on athletics at the university. His prowess was known to sport writers and it was very necessary each year to learn if he had returned to school to get a story on Fisk's football chances. Much luck is wished "Tubby" in his new work. FORMER V. N. I. I. CAPTAIN ENTERS INSURANCE FIELD A very prominent football individual in the person of J. H. Ferrell, captain of the 1923 Virginia Normal eleven, has been added to the agency ranks of the Southern Aid Insurance Company. Ferrell was a star tackle on the The Delta "5" is coached by E. P. Westmoreland and boasts of such stars as Nurse, Carter, Webster and Blackman, football warriors, Goff, Adams and Freeman. Little is known of the Kappa aggregation but considering the number of prominent athletes connected with this fraternity, a first-class combination is assured. FORMER V. N. L. I. CAPTAIN ENTERS INSURANCE FIELD A very prominent football individual in the person of J. H. Ferrell, captain of the 1923 Virginia Normal eleven, has been added to the agency ranks of the Southern Aid Insurance Company. Ferrell was a star tackle on the Petersburg varsity for four years. A dislocated shoulder kept him out of the line-up the greater portion of last season. Students Named on Howard Board Pollitt, a Lincoln forward, was relegated to the side-lines by Referee Johnson for using unbecoming language. The formation of the newly authorized Board of Athletic Control at Howard is already underway. The three student representatives have been named by the Students' Council. They are, Messrs; Lewis King; president of the Student Council; Raymond Doakes, captain-elect of the 1924 varsity eleven and F. H. Robb editor of the "Hilltop." As total of 24 personal fouls were called in the Howard-Lincoln game which was won by Howard, 22-15. Miss Eliason of the Blue Belts failed to score a single point but her guarding was superb. The alumni and faculty members will likely be named at an early date The Alcoes play their first road game at Atlantic City, opposing the Vandals, February 21. Games at Germantown (Pa.) on February 25, Harrisburg (Pa.) on February 29, and Baltimore with the Athenians on March 3, follow. ST. CYPRIANS 13; OLYMPIC 28 St. Cyprian's Big Five won last Wednesday from the Olympic A. C. by 43 to 28 and lost to the Y. M. C. A. fast five by the score of 42-32. Booze of the Saints was in form, cutting the cords for 12 field goals. Capt. Jones of the Olympic was the high scorer for his team with 6 field goals. Line-up and summary: St. Cyprian(43) Olympic(28) Slade ..... Forward ..... H. Jones Booze ..... Forward ..... Embryi Gordon ..... Center ..... Williams Grenfield ..... Guard ..... Jackson Dorsey ..... Guard ..... G. Jones Field goals: Booze 12, Slade 4, Greenfield 3, Gordon 2, G. Jones 6, Jackson 4, H. Jones 3. Free goals—Booze, Williams and G. Jones. By overcoming a 7-point margin in the last period, the Phi Beta Sigma basketball quint defeated Dunbar, 27-21. Cupid, Jackson and Pittard were the fraternal luminaries. Weatherless, Jackson and Wright played well for the losers. DECISION IN HIGH SCHOOL ROW SOON The Sentinels defeated the Panther Elites in the Carlisle-Morehouse preliminary, 30-13. A decision in the Armstrong-Dunbar basketball controversy can be expected very soon. The matter is now in the hands of Superintendent Wilkinson who states that he is investigating the entire affair. It is believed that the basketball games between the schools will be played. The Sentimds are booked for a West Virginia-Pensylvania trip. They play Storer College at Harpers Ferry on February 23; Fairmont (W. Va.) High, Clarksburg (W. Va.) High, Wheeling (W. Va.) High and the Pittsburgh "Y" will be met on successive nights. GREEK LETTER QUINTS CLASH THIS AFTERNOON The first Howard fraternity basketball game on the 1924 calendar will be played at the Colonnade this afternoon (Saturday) at 2 o'clock between the Delta "5" representing the Omega Psi Phi and the Kappa Alpha Psi. The Manchester and Shileh quints will meet at the "Y" on February 28. The St. Cyprians boast of four stars in Slade, Booze, Carroll and Greenfield. Basketball Notes The Alco-Carlisle setto, scheduled for March 4, is sure to draw a record crowd. Sykes, the Morehouse guard, is a brother of Doc. Sykes, star slabman of the Baltimore Black Sox. Sykes scored 10 points during the first half. "Stump" Lewis, former coach and pro-basketball player, picks the Carlisle team to beat the Alco by 10 points. The Morehouse College quint beat the Johnson C. Smith team, 53-22 and the Agricultural and Technical five, 36-18. ANNIVERSARY WEEK! 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"Y" Secretary Makes Annual Report On last Sunday afternoon, February 17th, a group of captains of teams and members of the Committee of Management of the Twelfth Street Branch, Y.M.C.A. met and formally re-opened the effort to raise sufficient funds to repair and modernize the branch. At the beginning of the meeting a report was made by Secretary Campbell C. Johnson of the affairs of the Association since March 1, 1923. Mr. Johnson took charge of the Branch May 15, 1923. At that time a loan of $5,000 had been secured to pay off accumulated debts and the building physically was in bad shape. On January 31, 1924, the report showed, the branch had kept interest on this note and curtailed it $600. In addition to this all broken windows and doors in the building had been repaired, a new roof placed on the building, old tinning replaced, the heating plant repaired, more efficient lighting fixtures installed in the lobby and the books of the branch showed a surplus of $26.80. Mr. Hugh A. Thrift, president of the Board of Directors of the Washington Young Men's Christian Association spoke of this as a remarkable achievement, clearly justifying a renewed confidence in the Twelfth Street Branch by the citizens of Washington. On Monday night, February 25 at 8 o'clock sharp, the Twelfth Street Branch will present the first showing in Washington of the interesting moving picture giving the history of, the Young Men's Christian Associations. This film is rich in dramatic incidents, showing the humanitarian work of the Association from the Civil War period to the recent Japan disaster. Men and women are invited. Admisison free. This picture will have a special appeal to mothers and fathers as it portrays the significance of association service among young men and boys. Life Insurance Is Now a Vital Necessity Life Insurance Is Now a Vital Necessity (Continued from page 1) helped, in a large measure, by an agency whose doctrine is the doctrine of duty. 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Virgin Islanders Hold Meeting (Continued from page 1) heads in shame; for he said, long before America had anything worthy to be called culture, the peoples of the Virgin Islands had been developing a culture superior to America's. The tragedy of the Virgin Islands lies in the fact that since the possession of these Islands by the United States, the poison fangs of prejudice have been introduced; and in the place of harmony and confidence and the absence of a race problem which the natives enjoyed under Danish rule, they are now brought face to face with the Bourbon spirit of the South. He also paid a glowing tribute to Alexander Hamilton—the father of the United States Treasurer—and pointed out that rumor has it, that the constitution was worded as it is, in order to prevent Alexander Hamilton—the West Indian—from becoming President of the United States. Major Jackson,—representing Acting Mayor Hulbert, expressed the willingness of the present administration of New York City to give the Virgin Islanders what assistance it could give in their fight for justice. Amid thunderous applause, Roger N. Baldwin, director of the American Civil Liberties Union, was introduced, he raised the enthusiasm of the audience to a high pitch when he pledged to the natives of the Virgin Islands, the support of his organization, "Since 1917," he said, "one by one, all of the ideals and traditions for which this nation stood, have been shattered. Freedom of speech, freedom of the press and freedom of assemblage have all been denied the people of this country.... Under the guise of a war for 'democracy' nearly every right guaranteed them in the Constitution of the United States has been violated; and this violation includes the present state of affairs in the Virgin Islands.... We will make the fight of the Virgin Islanders our fight. We will arouse public opinion in every section of this country to the tragic political plight of the people in our newly acquired possessions." Mr. Baldwin did not fail to point out that the fight will be a long and bitter one, but eventually right and justice will triumph. With the audience eager and anxious to listen to their native champion who was the principle speaker of the occasion—Hon. Rothschild Francis, a member of the Virgin Island Legislature was introduced. Amidist deafening applause, the native statesman advanced to the speakers' rostrum and in a voice cool and clear, proceeded to portray conditions in the Island as he knew them. Mr. Francis denounced the present economic conditions in the Islands which he said were very acute, and only prompt legislation can relieve them. Explaining that the list of unemployed grows larger and larger, the emigration from the Islands still going ahead at a fearful rate—one thing alone can save the situation, and that is remedial legislation by Congress which will permit the removal of the present barriars to trade and commerce and establish local industries. Speaking politically, he referred to the vicious attitude of a certain official in the Islands, and a small group of henchmen, who are eager to keep their nests feathered, rather than see established a permanent form of democratic government in the Islands. He gave a clear description of the present chaotic machinery for law making—the un-American system of franchise which permits foreign illiterates to vote but denies a large majority of natives such a privilege. He made a review of recent helpful activities here in the United States by white and colored Americans, on behalf of the Virgin Islands. At the close of Mr. Francis's address the following resolution was unanimously adopted: Resolution WHEREAS—The Virgin Islands, acquired by the United States from Denmark in 1917, are still administered by a naval government which causes continued dissatisfaction; and WHEREAS—No form of stable government on democratic lines has yet been put into effect; therefore, be it RESOLVED—That this assembly of Virgin Islanders resident in New York, and their friends, call upon the Congress of the United States to grant a form of government to the Islands in keeping with democratic principles, and to extend the rights of citizenship to Virgin Islanders resident in the United States proper. We further urge the removal of these barriers to trade and commerce erected by American laws which operate unfavorably in the Islands, and which are largely responsible for the deplorable economic conflitions now existing there. THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1924 A Tremendous Motion Picture "NAPOLEON and JOSEPHINE" AT THE REPUBLIC Next week, beginning Sunday, February 24th, will see the opening run of the tremendous film production, which is the personal intimate romance of Napoleon Bonaparte, the greatest figure in history. At an expense of two million dollars, some of the greatest spectacles in the world's history has been staged. Audiences will see the famous battle of Waterloo the burning of Moscow, the famous city of the Czars; Napoleon's famous retreat from Moscow, with his army of a million soldiers that were soon to be annihilated by the ravages of winter and the merciless policies of the Russians, who laid waste to every growing thing in the fields of Russia. They will see Napoleon's return from Elba, where the Little Corporal set foot on France with a small personal bodyguard. With all its big spectacles, the one feature that distinguishes "Napoleon and Josephine" from all previous big pictures is that the picture remains first and foremost an intimate personal romance. It reveals particularly the effect of his career of Napoleon's divorce of the woman he loved, the Empress Josephine, in order to marry the haughty Austrian princess, Marie Louise—a step dictated by Talleyrand and accepted by Napoleon, who had long desired an heir. The story also reveals how Napoleon's flaunting of the laws of morality in this particular instance led directly to his downfall, as predicted by the Empress Josephine at the time. A wonderful interpretative music score will be given by the Republic Theatre Orchestra, under the direction of A. Russell Wooding. 'The Temple of Venus at Broadway What is beauty? Beauty is an individual's concept of optical or spiritual delights. Beauty in motion pictures, however, embraces from, clothes, grace, and artistry of settings and production as set forth in a story of sufficient interest to sway the imagination and stimulate the senses. That is why the William Fox special, "The Temple of Venus," which comes to the Broadway Theatre on Sunday for a five-day run is an optical and dramatic delight. It is a vivid story of youth and romance with Mary Philbin, David Butler and Phyllis Haver in the leading roles. It lavishly pictures the bizarre and exquisite fetes which blase New York society girls stage to stir their fagged minds. It exquisitely pictures the quiet beauties of Santa Cruz Island on the Pacific Coast, where much of the racing action culminates into a tense, emotional climax. Mary Philbin and Phillis Haver, beauties of rare charm, wear new style swimming suits, the like of which have never been seen upon the silver screen and on no beach, exciting Newport. Miss Haver, as the New York society girl, flirts into one Parisian gown after another. There are one thousand other beauties who display their beautiful curves with ravishing results. Sister of Gaby Deslys Seen in "Ponjola" Camille Desyls, sister of the famous Gaby Deslys, is one of the latest celebrities to invade Hollywood. Having deserted Paris for the world's most famous movie colony, she is dividing her time between teaching the piano, dancing and French and appears now and again in pictures—in atmospheric parts. Her first engagement as a movie "extra" was in "Ponjola," a pitturization of Cynthia Stockley's famous story of South African life which Sam E. Rork produced for First National. She appeared in a scene laid in Paris, a prelude to the real story that the play tells. Her husband, Monsieur George Paoli, former French opera singer, is also in Hollywood. He is teaching the vocal art is building up quite a clientele among motion picture celebrities. "Ponjola," in which the famous sister of the famous international celebrity appears, is to be shown on the screen at the Lincoln Theatre. Its cast includes such screen favorites as James Kirkwood, Anna Q. Nilsson, Tully Marshall, Ruth Clifford, Joseph Kilgour, Claire DuBrey, Claire McDowell and Bernard Randall. SPORTS MANCHESTER 26; BUFALOES 12 During the week the Manchesters defeated the Buffalooes in a game which was so fast that the Buffalooes never scored a point the first half of the game. The half ending 11-0. Coach Hundley then let the team slow up which enabled the losers to register 12 points to Manchester's 15. The final score was 26-12. Captain Clash was the high scorer for the Manchesters registering four court goals and one free toss. Furby was best for the Buffalooes with three court goals and two free tosses. HOWARD Saturday, M. One Day Only "The Lovely An Episode of Written and produced by LOUIS (Former Demonstrator of Artist University, Dunbar and Amstrom PRESENT Mrs. Vivian Thompson Turner Aiding the Young Wo Written and produced by LOUIS H. MURRAY of Baltimore, Md. (Former Demonstrator of Artistic and Social Dancing at Howard University, Dunbar and Amstrong High Schools of Wash., D.C.) Mrs. Vivian Thompson Turner Mrs. Ruth Cornell Steward Aiding the Young Women's Business League Promoted under the direction of Dr. Jas. R. Fletcher THE PLAYERS—A Cast of Thirty Prominent Characters STARRING— Constantia L. Wharton Bernice Hughes Dorothy Coleman Daisy Coleman Grace Murray THE PLAYERS—A Cast of Thirty Prominent Characters Matinee—2:30 p.m. AH Seats 55c; All Students, Special, 30c Evening, 8:30 p.m.—Boxes $1.50; Orchestra $1.10 & 88c; Balcony 65c Reservations on sale February 25th "The Love Game" Coming to Howard "The Love Game" Coming to Howard "The Love Game," styled "merry musical episode of complications abounding with comedy," will be presented in two special performances, afternoon and evening, at the Howard Theater, Saturday, March 1. "The Love Game" is an amateur production staged by Baltimoreans. It has won very favorable newspaper comment. The Baltimore American said it was "good enough for Broadway." The Philadelphia Tribune said that the Academy of Music should welcome its return. The following is a list of the Baltimore patrons: Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Pinderhughes, Dr. and Mrs. F. N. Cardozo, Dr. and Mrs. D. Grant Scott, Dr. and Mrs. Geo. L. Hall, Dr. and Mrs. J. Edw. Wheatley, Dr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Wright, Dr. and Mrs. Benj. F. Browne, Dr. and Mrs. J. M. Hayes, Mr. and Mrs. J. Clarence Chambers, Mr. Dennis J. Lewis, Mr. and Mrs. Harry O. Wilson, Dr. and Mrs. H. E. Young, Mr. and Mrs. Harry T. Pratt, Dr. and Mrs. T. S. Hawkins, Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Emerson, Mr. Wm. T. Andrews, Mr. Roy S. Bond, Dr. and Mrs. H. S. M. McCard, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. White, Dr. and Mrs. Coasey, Mr. and Mrs. Thos. J. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. McAbee, Dr. and Mrs. Jesse Wilkins, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. W. F. McMeechen, Dr. and Mrs. B. M. Rhetta, Dr. and Mrs. John C. Robinson, Dr. and Mrs. J. C. Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. McCard, Miss Aida C. Dougherty, Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Hil THEATRE March 1, 1924 2 Shows "Live Game" of Complications H. MURRAY of Baltimore, Md. e and Social Dancing at Howard ing High Schools of Wash., D.C.) EDITED BY— Mrs. Ruth Cornell Steward men's Business League Thirty Prominent Characters LING— Bernice Hughes Coleman Grace Murray STARRING— Spectacular Beauty of Nature and Womanhood Make Fine Picture of "The Temple of Venus" 5 Days Commencing SUNDAY Feb. 24th SHOWS 3,5,7,9 THE FASHION WEEK "Please Unhook My Gown For the Devil's Dance" A ROMANCE OF THE ARABIAN NIGHTS CONTRASTED WITH MODERN TIMES "So wide is the scope of 'The Temple of Venus,' that it covers the earth and the air and the waters beneath—but all that it covers was as naught to what it uncovers. . ." DUNBAR THEATER 7th and T Sts., N.W. Open Daily at 1 p.m. Adults—22 Cents Sunday, 3 p.m. Children—10 cents For Week, February 24, 1924 Sunday 24th & Monday 25th CARL LAEMMLE presents— "Crooked Alley" From a "Boston Blackie" story by Jack Boyle With an unusual all-star cast featuring LAURA LA PLANTE, OWEN GORINE, THOMAS CARRIGAN and others A beautiful and thrilling romance of the underworld—A love story that will hold you breathless! also William Desmond and Eileen Sedywick in "BEASTS OF PARADISE" No. 13 PATHE COMEDY Saturday, March 1, Priscilla DEAN In a screen version of Wm. A. Brady's famous stage play "DRIFTING" burn, Dr, and Mrs. S. B. Hughes, Dr. and Mrs. Lucius Butler, Mr. and Mrs. Geo. B. Murphy, Prof Francis M. Russell, Dr. and Mrs. A. O. Reid, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. H. Langley, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Tolson, Mr. and Mrs. S. Booker, Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Fitzgerald, Mr. and Mrs. Carl L. Murphy, MATINEE BROAD THE THE TEMPLE OF T 7th St., at P, N.W. Fletcher Jordan, Mgr. Spectacular Beauty hood Make "The Temp 5 Days Commencing SUNDAY "Please Unhook My Go A ROMANCE OF THE ARABI MODE "So wide is the scope of "Th the earth and the air and the w was as naught to what it unco By Tremendous Request FRI., SAT.—Feb. 29th, Mar. 1st DUNBAR 7th and T S PAGE FIVE Watson THIS YOU ADY!!! Josh Watson Mr. and Mrs. Jos, L. Press, Mr. and Mrs. Truly Hatechett, Dr. and Mrs. Edw. Short, Dr. and Mrs. J. C. Carper, Dr. and Mrs. R. G. Chissel, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Anderson, Dr. and Mrs. T. Henderson Kerr, Mr. and Mrs. J. Logan Jenkins. DAILY 3 P.M. BEDWAY ATRE THE SILENT ART Phone N. 7255 Geo. H. Tucker, Pub. Mgr. Of Nature and Woman- Fine Picture of "e of Venus" Feb. 24th SHOWS 3,5,7,9 "Down For the Devil's Dance" AN NIGHTS CONTRASTED WITH N TIMES "Temple of Venus," that it covers taters beneath—but all that it covers ers. . ." "IF WINTER COMES" THEATER ts., N.W. Sunday, 3 p.m. Children—10 cents PAGE SIX Published Weekly at Washington, D. C., by THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE PUBLISHING Co., Inc., 920 U Street, N.W., Phone, Potomac 1667 Entered as second-class matter July 7, 1922, at the Post Office at Washington, D. C., under the Act of March 3, 1879. F. MORRIS MURRAY .....President WILLIAM O. WALKER .....Managing Editor J. A. G. LuVALLE .....City Editor Subscription Rate: One Year, $2.50; Six Months, $1.25; Delivered by Carrier, 20c a month. For Sale at All Newsstands, 5c per copy Advertising Rates Furnished on Request CONSTRUCTIVE JOURNALISM A NECESSITY It appears that the trend of Journalism as applied to the colored newspapers of the country, is toward the sensational expose of scandal and crime, of the race. Frequently there are from eight to fifteen crime and scandal stories on the front page of our largest papers. We decry the white press for headlining our crimes and minimizing our virtues. Then why should we use our papers to headline and magnify our crimes and scandals? Why condemn the white press for headlining Negro crime and turn around on Saturday and purchase a colored paper which besmears the good name of the race with flaming headlines of crime? However, there are a few colored newspapers that see the light and are turning their columns over to instructive, constructive and enlightening news stories, and leaving the crimes and scandals to the fellow who desires to wallow in them in order to capitalize on them. In a city with a large colored population like Washington (112,364) there is enough crime and scandal, if given prominence and attention by a newspaper, to fill an eight page paper every week. On the other hand, there is also news of the progressive, educational and constructive kind to more than fill an eight page paper each week. The Tribune has elected to print the latter type of news and will continue to print the best of the progressive and constructive type. We realize our responsibility to our patrons. We carry a distinctive Children's Page, the only one in the United States. We realize that the children of today will be the men and women of tomorrow. We also realize that this page attracts a large number of young readers. We are responsible to those children, and to the parents of those children as to the class of news that we present them each week, not only what is printed on their own page, but the kind of news on the rest of the pages. Therefore, The Tribune has ever steered clear of the sensational expose of scandals and crimes. It is refreshing and inspiring to note the constructive policy and to read the clean cut editorials of our papers on cleaner journalism. Negro newspapers are the greatest force the race has for increasing its self-respect. To chronicle constructive actions, movements and accomplishments inspires others to greater efforts and higher ideals. The race is sadly in need of constructive propaganda for racial progress. Colored papers are being read by more white people than ever before. They are commanding more interest and respect from the white people than ever before. The editor of a colored paper has a solemn duty to perform for himself, for the readers of his paper, for the race at large and for the information of the white race. HOWARD WILL NOT LOSE HER JUST APPROPRIATION Any one who studies politics will readily inform you that the ways of politicians are dubious but are governed on the principle of give and take. If you expect to take something from a politician you must give him something in return. The Republicans are playing the game according to Hoyle this year. They are in a tight hole and must use every available means of securing support. They are aware of the fact that Howard University is looked upon by the Negroes of the country as their leading institution of learning. Therefore, to permit the Democrats to attack it and then rescue it will show up big to the Negroes and will be a means of demanding loyalty to the Grand Oil Party supposedly of Lincoln and Roosevelt. Both Negroes and Democrats are playing into the hands of the oily Republicans. The Democrats have attacked the Dyer Bill; defeated Walter Cohen and used the point of order against Howard's appropriations. Cohen will possibly be confirmed by reconsidering his nomination and Howard will get her appropriation for maintenance and the gymnasium, after they have been rescued by the Republicans (?). MERRY REVELRY! GORGEOUS FLOATS! AESTHETIC DANCING! ATTRACTIVE BOOTHS! Annual Mardi Gras By Phyllis Wheatley Y. W. C. A. Grand Costume March at 9:30 led by the Queen and her attendants. Prizes awarded for most beautiful and most unique costumes. CONVENTION HALL 5th and L Sts., N.W. Friday, February 29, 1924, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Augmented Orchestra Admission 75 cents THE NEW SUMMIT HOTEL Southeast corner 7th and N Streets, N.W. Now Re-opend under New Management Steam Heat-45 Rooms and 4 Apartments-14 Baths Restaurant and Private Diping Room Furnished Rooms $1.00 and up Phone, Franklin 8433 C. R. MEGGINSON, Prop. and Manager THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1924 Prohibition, a Farce As was suggested in this column last week, Mr. Edwin Denby has resigned his post as Secretary of the Navy, fearing his "continuance in the Cabinet would increase (President - Coolidge's embarrassment." JOHN H. I. L. PARKER Secretary Denby has expressed himself thoughtlessly so frequently that his own story stands as an insurmountable barrier to those who would place him before his countrymen to be admired. His own story reveals him as having been unfit to be Secretary from the start. It reveals him as one who knows not, when he is used as a tool to hinder development of mass production, mass protection. Following the World War, the Nation has slumped into a materialism which has had a serious effect upon its life. Its miasma has seeped into strange places. As a consequence, it is desperately in need of high thought, courage, idealism, eloquence to sway the minds of the vast masses of people; in need of mental, spiritual leadership, and not of those who would fleece the public. Mr. Denby has served out his usefulness. From his course, we shall have a better law, a nobler example. A wise enemy is far less dangerous than an ignorant friend. Dark haunts and devious alleys of unprincipled resort are called to mind when we think of the deleterious influence of prohibition enforcement or non-enforcement on the morals of the nation—the slums of Southwest, the alleys of Northwest, the obscure sections of Northeast Washington, little frequented by law-abiding citizens. There, anything may be had, from death on down. But Pennsylvania Avenue, where, at one end stands the Capitol, at the other, the White House; where walk and drive the Senators and Representatives responsible for the making of our laws; this is the one public thoroughfare which more than any other should represent the antithesis of disorder. There, if nowhere else, one would expect the law to be enforced. Yet Pennsylvania Avenue, the Avenue of Law, is the battle field of prohibition agents and bootleggers. The sad part of it is, that it is not the combatants who suffer but innocent passers. In a pistol battle with fleeing bootleggers, a prohibition agent shot down and seriously injured a United States Senator. This is not merely an occasional accidental occurrence. Washington is the scene of numerous bootlegging activities as open and as defiant as can be found anywhere. Many Senators and Representatives who make our laws and are responsible for the Volstead act have their private bootleggers, thus encouraging violation of the law which they purport to wish to have enforced, and are contributing to such affrays as the one Senator Greene walked into. Such is indicative of the national demoralization, extending from the highest to the lowest of the country's social structure, brought about by the Volstead act. An investigation would reveal nothing new. Prohibition is a farce. It is thereby subtly opposed by men and women in all walks of life. While the Volstead act exists, the opposition will occasionally flare into open warfare between the agents of the two groups—those who insist on literal administration of the law and those who insist on drinking. APPRECIATION "A tribute of love to the memory of a beloved husband and father from Grace Lucas Thompson and Vivian Thompson Turner" was recently received by the editor of this column with sincere appreciation and we beg to publicly thank them in their kind remembrance of us, whose friendship to the lamented R. W. Thompson was a source of pride and he in life was a true and noble friend to us. NEW HOUSES In this issue appears an announcement of the sale of new homes at Sherman Avenue and Irving Streets Mr. Samuel Gomillion and Mr. Robert·Stewart have purchased two of these homes and already reside in them. They both speak in the highest terms of their investment. A sample house is open for inspection daily and sometimes until nine o'clock. An opening will be on the premises extending purchasers throgh many particulars of prices MUSIC FORUM By Wellington A. Adams MARIA MAYORAL MRS. MILTON A. FRANCIS Mrs. Francis is the Treasurer of "The Ladies Service Group" of the N. A. A. C. P., this being the fourth year of the organization composed of twelve ladies who have contributed during the past three years to the N. A. A. C. P. more than a thousand dollars ($1000). She was the only RADIO These four harmony boys are freq. tion of America's broadcasting station Capital" and are one of the most pop. Sented—Gaylord C. Caldwell, first ten. ing are: Louis Minor, basso; Jarrott E. Brooks, second tenor. THE BAND These four harmony boys are frequently featured by the Radio Corporation of America's broadcasting station known as WRC, "The Voice of the Capital" and are one of the most popular quartettes ever heard over radio. Seated—Gaylord C. Caldwell, first tenor and manager: Left to right, standing are: Louis Minor, basso; Jarrott B. Lee, baritone; and C. Salisbury Brooks, second tenor. Mrs. Francis Elected Chairman "Artists" Course" Mrs. Milton A. Francis, one of the leading social figures of this city, and the wife of one of the most prominent physicians, Dr. Milton A. Francis whose family connections are conceded to be among the capitals oldest and best families, was recently elected Chairman of the "Artists' Course Series," which was organized last year for the promotion of artists' recitals by the best musical talent of the race. Other members of the group are Prof. Roy W. Tibbs and Sergt. Dorcy T. Rhodes of Howard University and Charles E. Lane, Jr., Manager of Lincoln Theater. During the past season Misses Abbie Mitchell, Cornella Lampton and Marian Anderson were successfully presented and next season a larger program of colored artists will be presented pleasing the most fastidious. Local Quartette Popular Among Radio Fans The Harmonious Quartette combination of four real voices, are rapidly growing in favor of the musical circles of the capital. It is frequently featured by the Radio Corporation of America on the programs of WRC, "The Voice of the Capital" and is the most popular quartette on the program of any broadcasting station in the East, judging by the numbers of letters received in approbation of their performances. When the Harmonious Quartette goes on at WRC, th telephones are worked overtime answering requests for additional numbers. They have been featured on recent transcontinental test programs, and on regular musical evenings, and have received notes of appreciation and commendation from all over the country. Louis Minor's rendition of the Ar- colored chairman on the Juvenile Protective Drive Committee of 1923, composed of eleven other leading white women. Ten sub-chairmen served with her who turned over $450.00, the funds being used to keep children out of the courts and better their environment. She successfully presented Roland Hayes, now famous, in recital at the Belasco Theater in his last appearance in America previous to sailing abroad which netted him about $1200.00. The house was sold out two months before his arrival. Mrs. Francis was also instrumental in the success of Mr. Hayes' return engagement at the Lincoln Theatre last year. That Washington has much faith in her executive ability to put over "big" things is evidenced in the fact that the Rev. Grimke, president of the local branch particularly requested Mrs. Francis' assistance in the 1924 N. A. A. C. P. drive and she has willingly consented to serve. Mrs. Francis also assisted Mr. Rufus Byars, former manager of the Lincoln Theatre, some time since in presenting the "Amateur Minstrel Company of Chicago" which played to more than 1300 people. In every movement with which she is identified success seems assured from the beginning which is an evidence of her remarkable qualities for leadership. FAVORITES quently featured by the Radio Corpora- n known as WRC, "The Voice of the solar quartettes ever heard over radio. or and manager: Left to right, stand- B. Lee, baritone; and C. Salisbury mourer's song from Reginalde de Koven's opera "Robin Hood" has brought him fame as one of the finest bassos ever heard over radio, and on one appearance he sang as a specialty requested encore number three times. The quartette is accompanied usually by Miss Sadie B. Forman, in those numbers where the piano is required for a solo selection. The spirituals and jubilee songs take on new color and arouse new enthusiasm when sung by this quartette. Recently this quartette was heard as the musical feature at the Howard Theater during the showing of "Scaramouche"; it was the musical feature of the Baseball Umpires' Banquet at the Occidental Hotel; also at the Boys' Club Banquet at Harvey's Restaurant. It is often heard at the Lincoln Theater (where they were featured last Saturday night). Sunday found them as the quartette pro tem at the John Wesley Church for the morning services. The quartette will be heard next from WRC on Saturday evening's radio program, February 23. Dr. Annie G. Green's Letter to Church Organists Prof. W. Adams, Editor Music Dept. Washington Tribune, Dear Sir: Several days ago, when speaking of a local Guild of Organists, I did not dream that my suggestions were taking such deep root. But since you think the idea a good one, I take no small degree of pleasure in framing them, hoping that some day a nice little club may be formed. I really believe in people engaged in the same line of work being organized, at least on speaking terms, for a conference now and then is always beneficial and any profession which is narrow loses its aim and it fails to benefit more than a handful which is far from reaching the masses. Many times I have wished to hear someone else play and the opportunity seldom presents itself to those of us who are regularly employed as Church Organists. I think if the active organists would meet about once in three months and discuss our work from its many angles and addressed as well as entertained by such Professors Tibbs, Braxton, Brown and others, we might be stimulated to have a musical half-hour before services in some of the churches and give the public a chance to request favorites, which would also create the taste for lessons, do away with inefficiency in church work and add a feature to our work that would be beneficial to all concerned. On one occasion I heard Mr. E. Syphax render an organ solo that stirred the very soul of many and I thought how nice it would be if some evening we could all meet and have one entertain while the rest listened and enjoyed the masterful sounds, which are only produced by that instrument of indescribable wonders. This could of course, only come thru an organ music club with a greater purpose ahead than simply pleasing ourselves. And exchange some Sundays would even give choirs more confidence in themselves and lend variety. Let's have a meeting. All active church organists, send in your names and addresses to the Music Editor of "The Washington Tribune" at once and we will get together real soon. Hoping that others may express themselves, pro and con, I remain, Respectfully, ANNIE GILLEM GREEN (Editor's note....We will later comment further, meantime write). Roland Hayes Triumphs in New York Roland Hayes, famous tenor, received one of the greatest ovations in his career at Carnegie Hall, New York City, Feb. 6th, previous to sailing abroad on the following day. A capacity house greeted him and more than a thousand were turned away at the door. Hayes appeared at his best in a wonderful program from Mozart, Galupi, Brahms, Wolf, Burleigh, Debussy and Fordrain. Two African songs "Maliro" and "Ka Nkhuku KaLira" closed the program. The College Alumnae Club presented Nellie Moore Mundy in Lecture recital on "Folk Song of the American Negro," Vocal illustrations by No First Payments Own Your Home on the Hyder & C Pay Your Rent and It Will be Credited to the Choice 5 and 6 room houses with bath, situ northeast and southeast sec WHY PAY RENT? 2410 I Street, N.W., 6 rooms and bath ..... 834 N. H. Ave., N.W., 6 rooms and bath ..... Monthly payments $53.50 including 142 D Street, S.E., 6 rooms and bath with an for $20 per month. Price $6300; M John A. Hyder and 1019 U STREET, N.W. Phone North 9688 HELEN L. BROWN, Prop. ... Rain Bo C 216 4½ St REASONABLE 14 Blocks 35c. $1.75 Per (Our Motto)—Never Out, Never Late, And You Wop't 24 HOUR FRANKLIN 3425 BenefitMusicale for M Auspices "Bethel Miss Goldie Guy, Pianist Miss Estelle E. Pinkney, Soprano Prof. R. D. Carlton Dorsey, Violin METROPOLITAN A.M.E. CHU Rev. Chas. E. 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Address—1911 Ninth Street, Northwest Pianoforte, Voice, Violin, String and Wind Instruments. Address-1911 Ninth Street, Northwest Musical Items Minnie Brown, at Dunbar High School February 12, benefit Scholarship Fund. Prof. Joseph H. Douglass rendered several violin numbers, accompanied by Mrs. Douglass at the Lincoln-Douglass Birthdays celebration at Randall Junior High School last week. Dr. Eva B. Dykes gave an exposition of "The Negro Spiritual" and Miss Virginia Williams sang a selection of Burleigh's at Dunbar girl's assembly last week. HONOR MEMORY OF DOUGLASS AND LINCOLN Senator Frank B. Willis, of Ohio, and Dr. Charles S. Morris, president of the Boydton Institute, were the chief speakers at the celebration of Lincoln and Douglass birthdays at the Nineteenth Street Baptist Church last Friday night under the auspices of the National Memorial Association. Senator Willis was introduced by Maj. O. J. W. Scott, formerly Chapla- n of the 10th Cavalry. The Senator culogized Lincoln. He said that in all of the wars in which this country has been engaged, the Negro soldiers played their part. He also stated that he believed in standing by the Constitution and was for the enforcement of law and order. Dr. Morris delivered an eloquent address on Frederick Douglass and Crispus Attucks, whom he said-were two men that God raised up to meet great crisis in American history. Shortaddresses were made by J. Silas Harris, and by Harvey V. Speelman, the segregating Register of the Treasury. Charles Sumner Post Number 9, G. A. R., accompanied by the commanders and officers of the Spanish War Veterans, the Army and Navy Union and veterans of the World War, were the guests of honor of the Association. After the addresses were over these organizations were banqueted in the Sunday School rooms of the church. The Charles Sumner Woman's Relief Corps, of which Mrs. Julia West Hamilton is president, was present and Mrs. Julia Mason Layton read Lincoln's. Gettysburg address. Ferdinand D. Lee, president of the National Memorial Association, presided. In his opening remarks he said that the association was organized for the purpose of erecting a memorial building, in the nation's Capital, in honor of the Negro soldiers and sailors who served in all the wars in which this country has been engaged. Payment Hyder & Company Plan credited to the Price of Your Home on bath, situated in the northwest, southeast sections. RENT? bath ... $5350.00 and bath ... $5350.00 3.50 including interest. bath with an alley house renting price $6900; Monthly payments $65.00 and Co. REET, N.W. North 9688 WM. BROWN, Mgr. Lab Service Street, S.W. TAXI RATE Hour City Proper 65c. Just call Franklin 3425 Have To Wait SERVICE FRANKLIN 3425 Mountain NegroYouth "Literary Society" Dr. C. Sumner Wormley, Baritone Prof. Cecil Cohen, Pianist W. Calvin Chase, Cornetist RCH, M St., near 16th St., N.W. Sewart, Pastor March 4th, 1924, 8 o'clock Butler, Mrs. Gregoria F. Coins and operating. Tickets on sale. CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC and Wind Instruments. North Street, Northwest — 7).(7 OT DEN C5) JAGE Soho _omimms ACe 25 hee | \ j ¢ v Ww SD LD iQ at! ese, geen 8 amma = QF eee zg Upens : ; 2, DUNBAR THEATER “7 "= sSundays3p.m S79 UEVEPERER RABEATRE BARR Cllr © © 10 TUE. & WED., FEB. 26 & 27 Hobart Bosworth in “THE SEA LION” rs TRIBUNITE'S PLEDGE L 1 will BAY use the word “nigger” —— 2. will learn all that I can about the history and traditions of my Race. 8. I willuse-my eyes and ears to | detect slander against my Race, and I will champion my Race wherever I may hear such slander. 4. Iwill be proud ‘that I am a ‘Negro because God made me one, and, being a Negro, I will do all that I ean to add honor to my Race. SCRIPTURE READING Grudge not against another, breth- rem, lest ye bp condemned; behold the judge standeth before the door. James 4:9. ‘TRIBUNITES’ PEN NAMES Beatrice Scott: “Cherry Blossom.” ‘Thelma E. Lane: “Rose.” - Laura Phillips: “Rose Bud.” Thelma Wilson: “Violet.” Dennis Tinney: “Uncle Wiggily.” Bernice Shaw: “Pinkie.” Milton Douglass: “Billy Whiskers.” Virginia Leigh: “Peonie.” €arl Chase: “Robin Hood.” Raymond Taylor: “Ikey.” Louise E. Amos: “Bo Peep.” Thelma Scott: “American Beauty.” William Scott: “Jimmy Sawdust.” George Morris: “King of Diamonds.” Evelyn Smith: “Carnation.” Audrey Barnes: “Primrose.” Susie Smith: “Poppy.” Anita Smith: “Musician.” Ahthea Howard: “Forget-me-not.” Mildred Castor: “Red Clover.” _ THE MAGIC BELL By Louise E. Amos (11) Once upon a time there lived a farmer who had three sons. He was very old and he knew that he: was about to die. The farmer owned an old house and twelve acres of land. There was not much good in the house, but he divided his property the best ‘way that he could. To the first son he gave the house; to the second son he gave the land; and to the third son (who was called Corkscrew), he said, “I have nothing Jeft-but this-eld” bell;-you may ‘have “this.” eta The third son went out into the ‘world to seek his fortune. After a Jong walk he became hungry and tired, and sat down to rest. As he sat down his foot caught in the string which ‘was in the bell. This caused the bell to ring and make a very loud noise, whereupon there appeared a geni who said, “What will you have?” Corkscrew said, “I am very hungry, bring me something to eat.” The geni set before him a table with everything you could think of. Corkscrew by ringing the bell could obtain anything his heart desired. -) ‘Therefore some things that look worthless are the things that ate valuable. a“ Limeten aay PUZZLES FOR THIS WEEK ANSWERS TO LAST WEEK’S ete PUZZLES { — A Pied Verse | acc Submitted by Evelyn Smith (13) | 1. Intern. 2. Iron. 3. Inside. 4. Wema yli vewi tho utp cet ry, M/dia, 5. Ida. 6. Ice. 7. Idiot. 8. usic an dart; ‘ cident. 9. Inn. 10. Ire. Wem ayli vewi thou teon scie neea ae! ndli vewit houth eart; Charade Wemaly. ivewit houtf rien dsand w| My first is what a driver uses emay li vewithoutb “ooks— Upon horses that will not obey Bu teivil-izedm ancan notli vewi) (whip) thou te.-ooks: My second is the orphan child os We meet most every day. : Diamond =~ i (poor) . | You'll find my third rimes nicely With bill and sill and bill. a | (will) ; BERG Sx | My whole is found in shady- tree — tt teens | My song-is loud and shrill. senee | (whippoorwitl 5 z f | Pied Line (3 | ‘The pied line should read “ag Diamond 1. In commencing. 2. A vehicle. 3. A frolicsome leap. 4. A chief - officer. 5. A domain. 6. An edge. 7. In ending. Explanation: If you can find the right letters or words (whichever the case ‘may be) you will find that the reading of the stars in the diamond will read the same down as they do across, re Federal Submitted by Rufus P. Turner The word “Federal” has many words hidden in it. See if you can write a_word for each meaning that is indicated by: the definition given: 1. Boy. 2 Style, 3. Fright. 4. Ani- mal food. 5~Past tense of definition given in No. 4. 6. Unable to hear sounds. 7. On trees in summer} in books the year round. 8 North American animal. 9. Homonym to definition given in No. 8. 10, Taprun. Use only the letters in the word “federal.” ‘The didden words con- tain three or’more Tetters. EXAMPLE—Boy; lad. 4 7 ” - ‘Hontonyms A hom-o-nym (or spelled hom-o Ayme; pronounced either hom-o-nym or ho-mo-nym) is a word having the Same sound as another, but different from it in meaning such as: meet and meat; seam and seem, etc. 1. The p****** did not *eeeee 6n the goods that he sold. 2. The man was un**** to not to pay his **** on the train, 3. The man with the ****** clothes did not wish to take the whole **#*** int medicine. i * 4. Phe’ ****"in “the skirt did not “°° to be even, _.5. She did not **** a servant to **#° the dough for her. : GIST CAS: THE WASHINGJON TRIBBNE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 1924 ANSWERS TO LAST WEEK’S PUZZLES ‘Consideration 1, Intern, 2, Iron. 3. Inside. 4, In- dia. 5. Ida. 6. Ice. 7. Idiot. 8. In- cident. 9. Inn. 10. Ire. Charade _ My first is what a driver uses Upon horses that will not obey; (whip) My second is the orphan child We meet most every day. (poor) ‘You'll find my third rimes nicely With hill and sill and bill. | (will) i | My whole is found in shady. trees— | My song is loud and shrill, | (whippoorwill) | Pied Line | The pied line should read “again this week, with the hope that.” This line is the third line in the letter writ- ten by George Morris. Duplicate Line ‘The duplicate line is the fifth line I" the puzzle “Consideration.” PRIZE WINNERS. FEB. 9. 1924 Note: Winners of prizes sKould come to the office and ask to see Mr. Frazier. He will give you your prizes. An Omission—The following Tribu- nite was unintentionally omitted from last week’s prize winners’ list Athea Howard, “Honor Child.” “Honor Children”: Thelm aE, Lane, George Morris, Thelma Wilson. “Specials:” Carl Chase, Raymoné Taylor, Louiss Castor, Charles H. Parker. Special Mention The following names are of the Tribunites: whose answers to the puz- zles of February 9, make them worthy of mention. ; Frank, Middleton, Mildred. Caftor Susie Smith, Rath Atkins, Edward Queen. ee ie a A FEW SUGGESTIONS 1. All solutions to puzales and an- swers to the Negro History Questions must reach this office pot later than Thursday evening following the ap- pearance of the puzzles and questions. 2, Winners’ names appear» ‘two weeks after puzzles and history ques- tions have appeared. The answers are published the folloving week af- ter the purales and questions have appeared. EFive moving picture theater tick- ots are given cway every weet. Two to the “Honor Child” (the child send- ing in the-greatest number of correct answers) and one each to the “Spec- ials”, (the three children sending the next highest number of correct an- swers). Hoot Gibson te “THE RAMBLING KID” - -- CHUMMY CHATS Mary Wedge: Iam glad that you are proud of your race, and that moth- ex likes the Tribune. Although you did not win a prize this week you must not give up. You know the old adage, “If'at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” ‘ “key”: Evidently you forgot to en- close your picture for-the drawing con- test, séries number 24, I failed to find it although you mentioned it in your letter. - Eleanor’ Ward: I am sorry to know that your mother has been sick. I suppose you have been the little nurse ‘and that you gave to mother miles and miles of stfiles to cheer her on to ‘the road to recovery. And you're now ‘in the sixth grade? Don’t fail to keep pluggin’ away. Louise E. Amos not only selects a pen name but states her reason for selecting the one she does. She writes: “For my pen name I would like Bo Peep; because I am always. losing something.” All right, Henry Lee, hurry am send in your pen name. Dear Harper, surely you do noi mean to keep the pen name you-sent in, I would suggest that you ‘select another one. Will you? That's the boy! Write soon. i ‘Yes, Mildred Castor, you are to se- leet your own pen name. All of the girls, so far, have selected the names of flowers, although this is not neces- sary. Virginia Leigh: It is best to write B one side of the paper only. I am suré that the Tribunites will enjoy the jokes; they are very clever. Look in your dictionary for*the definition of ball and bald: Write and let me know whether you understand what I am referring to, The homonym puzzles that you submitted will be published at an early dite. saat Carl. Sir Robin Hood, He are ‘@ Tribunite. May you prove true to the pledge of those ete enter our realm. Bernice Branham? 'Tis proud I am ‘to know that yatt are’ proud of your ‘race, Iam hoping that you shall some day do some big thing that will make the race proud of you. William Anderson: Thanks for the pied proverbs. So many good puz- ales are being sent in that I am having ‘a chance to rest. Perhaps, I will be able to save my hair from falling out. What with old age, and with making puzzle for my little friends, I was afraid I would soon have a shiny spot on my head. Thanks again, William, for your help. a iets OBSERVE THIS | you wish to have a happy hear Write all communications plainly;|And the days in ‘the right ‘wa write on one side of paper; give name,| start age, address, school, and school elass.| Help someone cach day ease: write your age efter. your! In some manuer-or way, ipizaaig ees S |Help someone who's lonely; h oo | someone who's bad. ‘ We Are Building Every Day | Change the bad! to good and the + Dear Editor: I have been readivg | “ones make glad. the “Children’s Page” every week-/ Then see if the Lord doesn’t bl T enjoy it very much. I also see that} yo each day the children are sending in their pen! gor helping somebody in some mam names, so I thonght I would send) or way, a i my pen name to be 9568 Nichols Avenue, S. E. ly us that is the name my aunt gave me. Do you think this is | a re suitable name? I am 12 years old,| ‘ =<. and'T attend Douglass-Simmon School.| Beale. Apprectates: Her’ Mother Iam in the 6-B grade. Mrs.| Dear Editor: The poem I sent in F, W. Taylor ®& my teacher. | strictly original, with my own mott I hope the “Children’s Page”. will] 88 an inspiration. ‘The love and ca build up so that it will be just full| received by her throughout my wh of puzzles and Tribimite letters. Let | School career prompted me to do th us remember that we are building|! am 18 years old; a student at Mir every day. Normal School. eae DOLLY (“Dolly": Please send in your name so that we can list you in thé pen name column.—C. L, F.) Charity Dear Editor: Again I attempt to write to the “Children’s Page” after a long hesitation due to the fact that I have been very busy with my school work. I was promoted to the 6-A grade. I would like for a pen name “American Beauty.” Here is a favor- ite poem of mine, It is called “Charity.” 1 did not know, the sky could be so very blue, I did not know the land and sea could spread so fair before my view, Until I learned one cloudless day ‘To banish hatred from my heart, ‘To put my foolish doubts away, And bid all envy to depart. THELMA SCOTT, (2) gy. lial Ni toe Din aie Dear Editor: I have never before written you a letter, but for quite a tite I had intended to do so. Hav- ing been encouraged to quite a irreat extent by the great increase in the “roll of honor” and also by paying particular attention to Evelyn Smith's letters, For quite a while she bas been urging me to join the Tribunites. I have decided to join and hope to answer the questions and puzzles ap- pearing on the page. I wish to be given the pen name “Forget-me-not.” My first contribution to the page is a short verse and I trust that it is ac- ceptable. 1 am 11 years of age; in the 8-B grade of the James G. Birney School. The poem “The Way to be Happy” follows: BROADCAST IT TO EVERYBODY ‘ 2,>< usk> . THE \ WORD. "A aS aynaae YY ; a ay A oe rr) Gam) | ; aN e sERe pT i £% OS a \\ 9° We ages — aaah e Is ¢ ra aie eal : s Derwt 3) ee \ R. 7 TURWER a If you wish to. have a happy heart And: the days in ‘the right ‘ways start Help someone-each day In some manner or way, Help someone who's lonely; help someone who's bad. y Change the bad to good and the sad ones make glad. Then see if the Lord doesn’t bless you each day For helping somebody in some manner or way. 2568 Nichols Avenue, S. E. + ALTHEA HOWARD Bessie Appreciates Her Mother Dear Editor: The poem I sent in is strictly original, with my own mother as an inspiration. ‘The love and care received by her throughout my whole school career prompted me to do this. Iam 18 years old; a student at Miner Normal School. . BESSIE H. COLE 1721 1th Street N.W. (Bessie’s poem is very good. The sentiment in the fourth verse over- shadows, to some extent, the defects in the rhythm of the first three verses: May God bléss thee, dearest mother, May your smile shine for evermore, And when we part) from. this ~ world's strife— We'll moet and. love on Jordon’s shdves’) é PAGE SEVEN ei < i rising cs eabee — B25 es ; e BS RS soe. “Musician” Writes Dear Editor: It lias been quite a while since I last wrote to you; but I have not forgotten. you. I think its very nice to have pen names and for mine MI choose “Musician” beeause J am great for mnsic. I received a piano-for my birth day present, and from- that time T have been playing it. On February. 24, (which is my birth« day) I will be 12 years old. My parents encourage me, and I hope that Fwill be of some good to them when I finish my education. I hope that I have not taken up too much of your time. ANITA SMITH (11) C. H. P. Has Been Promoted Dear Editor: I am sorry I did not write Inst. week, but Twas busy. I am in a new grade and T had’to get use to it. Fam sending my-answers im this week.» I will eal for my tickets; I-was an “Honor Child” week before: last and did not get them, CHARLES H. PARKER Audrey's First Letter Dear Editor: This is the first. time I have written to the “€bildren’s Page.” My name is Audrey Barnes and I live at 926 3rd Street Nonthwest I am very much interested in the “Children’s Page” and I wish it success I would like for my pen name to be “Primrose.” AUDREY BARNES (12/ Ruth Atkins: The information that you want can be found at the bottom of the second column of the Puzzle Box, undex the caption “A Few Sug~ ieationn