Washington Tribune

A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL Pres. Coolidge Lauds Andrew Beckett Big Crowd Hears Story of Sweet Case Vol. 5, No. 30 Pres. Coo Big Crow MESSENGER'S BRAVERY SAVES BIG PAY ROLL On Monday afternoon, last, President Coolidge sent his car and personal messenger to the Frank R. Jelleff store for Andrew Beckett, the Colored mesesnger who had exhibited remarkable bravery in defending $6,000 that he was carrying on Saturday, December 19, against three armed robbers who had attempted to obtain his treasure. He took the pistol from one of the would-be robbers, shot two of them and captured the third of the trio. One of the men who was shot, died on Monday morning at Emergency Hospital and the Coroner's jury, sitting Monday, promptly exonerated Beckett. At the conclusion of the inquest, the widow of the dead robber silently shook the hand of Beckett, conveying thereby the fact that she had no resentment against him for the killing. Attacked For twenty-seven years Beckett has been a trusted employee of the Frank R. Jellell Company, which runs a dry goods store on F Street. Saturday morning, as he returned from the bank with his satchel of money, a disguised man met him at the door of his automobile with drawn revolver and told him to stick up his hands. Quick as a flash the little messenger seized the pistol, wrenched it from the hands of the hold-up man, hit him in the face and sent him running up the alley. Turning to get his bag he saw another bandit who had lifted it out of the machine and, leveling the captured pistol on him, fired, and wounded his man. A third bandit appeared, grabbed the money and ran, but another shot brought him down with a fatal wound in the stomach. As a result of the mixup with the robbers Beckett gets a reward from his employer, one of the outlaws is dead, another be a cripple for life and the third, the first to appear, escaped with bruised face, but was arrested later, and found to be Paul "Whitehouse" Blackiston, a former White House butler. Identified Blackiston was taken to the hospital, where the wounded men were, and one of them identified him as the leader. He had been at the White House during the Wilson and Harding Administration. Police said Backett weighs less than one-fifth as much as the three who attacked him. Mr. Beckett resides at 1316 Third Street. His family consists of his wife and himself. He is active in I. B. P. O. E. of the World circles. In the interview with Beckett, the President remarked that his deed would go down in history as a credit to the Race, and assured Beckett that he regarded his act with considerable pride. Bill Introduced For Investigation of St. Elizabeth Senator Henrik Shipstead, Farmer-Labor, of Minnesota, has introduced a resolution in the Senate providing for the election of a committee of the Senate to investigate all matters concerning the operation and maintenance of the Saint Elizabeth's Hospital. Senator Shipstead's resolution is based upon the report of the grand jury in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia inquiring into the killing of William Green, a colored patient, July 17, 1924, by attendants, in Howard Hall, in which the grand jury found confined the dangerously insane with those who have become insane while serving criminal sentences in Federal prisons and penitentiaries. Last Friday the resolution introduced by Senator Shipstead was referred to the committee to audit and control the contingent expenses of the Senate. The Washington Tribune PUBLISHED WEEKLY OGE lidge Lau d Hears S SCURLOCK PHOTO Sergeant MINGO SAUNDERS, Ex- 24th Infantry Non-Commissioned officer, now Grandmaster of Masons, who recently won a court decision against the adversaries of his reg- ime. WOMEN AROUSE CITY IN BEHALF OF SWEET CASE Sweet Case Attorney Addresses Opening Meeting "Little by little," he said, "American citizens are losing the rights guaranteed to, them by the forefathers. In no part of the country today can the right of free speech and assemblage be fully exercised. In the name of prohibition homes are being searched without warrant. In the recent tong war thousands of Chinamen were arrested and thrown into jail under no proper authority. The Sweet case merely happens to have a colored man defendant in one phase of the fight for American freedom." Defense in the Sweet case, he stated, was based on the ground that a man's home is his castle." Thus spoke Arthur Garfield Hayes, one of the legal staff that had fought the Detroit cases growing out of attempted segregation and intimidation that had thrown Dr. Sweet and ten associates in jail. He spoke for forty minutes to a crowded auditorium at John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church on Sunday afternoon, Robert W. Bagnall and Mrs. Jennie Richardson, general chairman of the Women's Defense Fund committee also spoke. Nannie Burroughs acted as mistress of ceremonies, and made the appeal that produced $711 in cash and checks, and a lot of pledges. During the week a series of promotions were put over that have served to greatly enlarge the collection, five thousand dollars being the projected amount as set by the women for a goal. While the women declared the activities to be emphatically distinct from the N. A. A. C. P., the printed stationery indicates that they are functioning as a subsidiary under direct supervision of the National and local officials. The following clubs and associations are co-operating in the movement: Ladies Crispus Attucks Association, Get Together Club, Clover Club, Boobs, T. N. T., B. B., S. O. E., Matrons Club, Junior Matrons Club, C. J. Walker Club, Pollyanna Club, Just Us Club, Blue Birds, Cleotis, Jockers, Nurses' Alumni, Tuesday Night Club, Thursday Night Club, Friday Night Club, Saturday Night Club, Ladies' Service Group, and Wi-MoMais. The campaign personnel included the following executives: Mrs. Jennie Richardson McGuire, general chairman; Miss. Caroline Calloway, secretary; Mrs. Carol Carson, treasurer. Committee on Campaign Program: Mrs. Laura Bruce Glenn, chairman; Mrs. Marie Lewis Wilson, Mrs. Amanda Gray-Hilyer, Mrs. Martha A. McAdoo, Mrs. E. D. Williston, Mrs. Garnet C. Wilkinson, Mrs. A. S. Pinkett, Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, Miss Mary E. Cromwell, Mrs. Charles I. West. The fol- SEEKS TO HAVE COURT DECLARE TWO SCHOOL TEACHERS' JOBS VACANT HOWARD UNIV. OFFICIALS DENY BREAK WITH LINCOLN New Orleans, La., Dec. 22—Walter L. Cohen, comptroller of customs and Republican leader in Louisiana, was exonerated last Saturday on a charge of conspiracy to violate the national prohibition laws when Judge W. I. Grubb directed a verdict of not guilty as to him. This turn in the case came when Alonzo Patterson, with four others had pleaded guilty on the conspiracy charge, changed his testimony. This resulted in the exoneration of Mr. Cohen and the arrest of Henry Dedeaux, colored, acting surveyor of customs, on charges in connection with maneuvering the customs boat Rita to permit liquor to be brought into New Orleans. When the Government and principal defense witnesses had concluded their testimony, St. Clair Adams, counsel for Cohen, requested a short recess. When this recess was over, Mr. Adams announced that he would recall Patterson to the witness tand. "When you were on the witness stand yesterday, you answered questions of Mr. Sager (special assistant to the Attorney General), about your (Continued on Page 7) HOWARD UNIV. DENY BREAK Reports that Tuskegee Institute would supplant Howard University on the Lincoln University football schedule were scouted by Howard University officials here Wednesday. Louis L. Watson, athletic director and football coach at Howard, stated that it was news to him. He said that he had just received a letter from Professor Grim, treasurer of the Lincoln University athletic association, advising that the Lincoln athletic council would meet on January 6 and take up the question of the Howard-Lincoln "Thanksgiving Day Classic." Coach Watson said that no negotiations had been given him that Lincoln was negotiating with Tuskegee Institute or any other school with a view to displacing Howard on its football schedule. Emmett J. Scott, secretary-treasurer of Howard-University and business manager of the athletic council, de clared that he did not know what the indications were. He admitted, however, that there were some differences between Lincoln and Howard Universities in regard to membership in the Colored Intercollegiate Athletic Association, from which Howard withdrew last year. "We have refused to go into the lowing committees are: Publicity, Mrs. Julia West Hamilton; Finance, Mrs. L. M. Calloway; Secret and Benevolent Organizations, Mrs. Belle Nelson; Social Activities, Mrs. Ruth Savoy; Printing, Mrs. Louis Adams Hayes. A general committee of nearly two hundred women attended to the details of the different functions. A whist tournament, a five hundred tournament, a rummage sale, and a luncheon were other money raising features that enlivened the Christmas week for the interested folks. Three of the affairs were staged in the Lincoln Colonnade. One at the Y. M. C. A. and another at the White-aw Hotel. Through Attorneys Joseph A. Donovan and Charles C. Collins, Miss Mabel M. Jackson, of 1834 Ninth Street, Northwest, asks the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia to issue a writ of mandamus commanding the board of education, Superintendent Frank W. Balloon and Assistant Superintendent Garnet C. Wilkinson to declare vacant two positions in the Armstrong Technical High School and teacher of domestic art. In her petition for the writ, Miss Jackson declares that by reason of the detailing of two teachers, who have never qualified as teachers of domestic art in the senior high schools, to which class the Armstrong Technical High School belongs, she is being wrongfully kept from a position to which she is rightfully entitled under the rules of the board of education and certain acts of Congress. The two teachers, to whom Miss Jackson refers, are Miss Susie V. Jennings, of 933 Westminster Street, Northwest, and Miss Elizabeth D. Burrell, of 1711 Eleventh Street, Northwest. Miss Jackson cites a rule of the board of education governing the appointment of teachers, which provides that no person shall be appointed to teach in the normal, high or manual training schools who is without a degree from an accredited college or a graduation certificate from a normal school. The rule requires a normal school graduate to have had at least five years' experience as a teacher in a high school. The rule also provides that no person with these qualifica- (Continued on page 5) C. I. A. A." said Dr. Scott. "That is absolutely definite." He stated that Lincoln had definitely indicated that they wanted to go into the association, so that they can have a chance to play C. I. A. A. teams. Howard has no objections to Lincoln playing any teams, he said, but "will not go back into the C. I. A. A." Howard University representatives, Coach Watson and Assistant Coach Charles West, attended the meeting of the eastern board of football officials in Baltimore, Md., last Saturday. According to Dr. Scott, they canvassed the situation there. The only questions between Howard and Lincoln, he said, are eligibility and whether or not Lincoln cared to go forward with the program. "We refused to discuss the question of going into the C. I. A. A." he said. We do not mind their going in. We just refused to go in ourselves. This is our position." Under a Baltimore, Md., date line, The Pittsburgh-Courier carries the following story with reference to a break between Howard and Lincoln universities: "Indications point to a definite break in athletics between Howard and Lincoln universities, according to an authentic report, following a joint conference here last Thursday. "The definite cause for the break resulted in the refusal of Howard University to consider re-entrance to the Colored Intercollegiate Athletic Association. It is alleged that the two-year contract between Howard and Lincoln Universities for the "anual class" expired on Thanksgiving and that Lincoln University has refused to sign a new contract. Howard has refused to refer the subject of disagreement to the National Intercollegiate Association. "It is stated that Lincoln University is already negotiating with Tuskegee Institute, relative to a North-South Classic to be played in New York on Thanksgiving." SCURLOCK PHOTO. THE LATE JUDGE ROBERT H. TERRELL He belonged to the nation and his passing is mourned, not alone by Washington; but by friends all over the land. COURT DECISION HERE TO HAVE MUCH EFFECT ON MASONIC BODY SOUTHERN AID CALENDARS SHOW CO.'S GROWTH Every mail brings a calendar to the business or home at this time of year. Some have artistic merit, some are excellent advertising mediums for the concern distributing them. All have utility value. Seldom does one possess a maximum of these attributes. One of the few of this season's distribution that falls in the latter category is the beautiful calendar sent out by the Southern Aid Society. The panel is covered with a special drawing that strikingly reveals the oaklike strength of the big Race institution and the manner of its growth since 1893. The trunk of the tree represents the thirty-three years of the company's existence. The branches serve to show the financial report of the concern with each big limb depicting some particular phase of its contribution to Race advancement or an especial feature of its constructive usefulness. Nestled in the top-most branches, after the-manner of fruit, are pictures of three of the more important properties of the company. Very little word matter appears on the panel. The story revealed in the artist's development of the theme is so effective as to require no printed explanation. The calendar appended is a small one dainty, in fact, and on the whole lends itself admirably to a place in either home or office; and; in either place, it cannot but be a most encouraging insignia of hopefulness to the Negro; and an emphatic reminder that we are progressing in the world of art and commerce. It could only have been produced by an artist who was himself filled with optimism, commissioned by a concern that thinks and works on broad substantial lines. Better ask for one. It is from the press of Murray Brothers, Washington, D.C. DIES OFFICE: 920 U STREET, N.W. ASSES 1925 SCURLOCK PHOTO. DGE ROBERT H. TERRELL his passing is mourned, not alone by by friends all over the land. ION HERE MUCH EFFECT IN MASONIC BODY After a long and bitter contest, a jury in Circuit Court No. 2, of the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, Judge Hitz presiding, rendered a verdict declaring that Mingo Sanders, Grand Master, Dorssey F. Seville, Grand Secretary, and Joseph E. H. Shields, Dorssey F. Seville and William H. Thomas, trustees, are the lawful officers of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge, Free, Ancient and Accepted Masons of the District of Columbia and that A. E. Robinson who claimed to be Grand Master, and those who claimed to be trustees are usurpers. This fight and the controversy out of which it arose are interesting chapters in the history of Masonry. Some years ago it seems, a coterie of white men claiming to be authorized by the mother lodge of Scotland and therefore to have rights and powers superior to those which are the foundation of American Masonry, established what was called the American Masonic Federation which in turn was supposed to be part of an "International Masonic Federation" with headquarters at Zurich, Switzerland. In 1921 the Nineteenth Street Masons all themselves to the "Colored Branch" of this organization controlled by a "Supreme Lodge" located in the District of Columbia of which one John E. Ivy, and Stephen R. Morrison were the leading spirits. For some years in common with the white Masons all over the country who had been taken in by this gigantic hoax, the Nineteenth Street people paid tribute to its leaders. Investigations Finally, after long and arduous investigations conducted by the Federal Government, W. McB. Thompson, Thomas Perrot and Dominic Bergeral leaders of the scheme among the whites, were convicted at Salt Lake City, Utah, of using the mails to defraud. Upon learning of this the local Grand Lodge of which Sanders was then Grand Master, made inquiry of the American Consul at Zurich, Switzerland, only to find that the supposed International had no visible habitation. Whereupon, the local Grand Lodge withdrew its affiliation with the "Supreme Lodge" and the International. Here as always, there was a division of opinion and a large number of the members decided to stand by the Supreme Lodge. Among these were the trustees of the local Grand Lodge. The powers that be in the Supreme Lodge immediately suspended San- (Continued on page 6) 12 PAGES TWO SECTIONS PRICE 5 CENTS NOTED JURIST DEAD AFTER A LONG ILLNESS Judge Robert H. Terrell, for twenty years a judge of the Municipal Court of the District of Columbia, died at his residence, 1615 S Street, Northwest last Spunday night after an illness of nearly four years. Asthma Saps Vitality About two weeks ago he developed an attack of asthma which sapped his remaining vitality. Last Thursday, he went to bed from exhaustion. A cerebral hemorrhage resulted in his death. Like the late President Woodrow Wilson, Judge Terrell had suffered two strokes of apoplexy and was paralyzed on one side. Even his speech was affected. The first stroke occurred about four years ago. The second was about three years ago. He was getting along nicely until the attack of asthma came on. Harvard Graduate Judge Terrell was born in Charlottesville, Virginia, November 25, 1887. He attended the public schools in Washington and received his preparatory education at Lawrence Academy, Groton, Massachusetts. He graduated from Harvard University in 1884 with the degree of bachelor of arts and was one of seven honor men in a class of three hundred. He is said to be the first colored man ever to have taken part in a Harvard commencement exercise. Later he attended the law school of Howard University, from which he received his law degree in 1889. Judge Terrell began his career as a teacher in 1884 becoming principal of the old M Street High School. He left the school system to enter Government service and was employed in the Treasury Department for several years and reached the grade of a division chief. In 1893 he was admitted to the bar of the District of Columbia. For a period of five years he was associated with Major John R. Lynch, former member of Congress from Mississippi, in the practice of law under the firm name of Lynch and Terrell. Appointed Judge He was justice of the peace from 1902 to 1905. December 12, 1905, President Theodore Roosevelt appointed him a judge of the Municipal Court of the District of Columbia. He took the oath of office January 2, 1906. President Taft reappointed him January 11, 1910. President Wilson reappointed him April 24, 1914. This occasioned a bitter fight in the Senate over his nomination, but he was confirmed. President Wilson again reappointed him on April 24, 1918. President Harding reappointed him on June 22, 1922. His present term would have expired in June, 1926. He is survived by his widow, Mrs. Mary Church Terrell; two daughters, Mrs. Phyllis Terrell Goines, of Washington, and Mrs. Mary Terrell Tancil, of Chicago; a half brother, William H. H. Terrell, of Washington, and a half sister, Mrs. Laura Terrell Jones, of Tuskegee, Ala. Funeral services were held at 1 o'clock Thursday from the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. Most Worshipful Acacia Grand Lodge of Masons had charge. Judge Terrell was a Past Grand Master, a past master of Prince Hall Lodge, and an honorary thirty-third degree Scottish a Mason. The Masonic services were in charge of the Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia, of which Charles P. Ford is grand master. Burial was at Harmony Cemetery. Judge McCoy Pays Tribute The death of Judge Terrell was called to the attention of Chief Justice Walter I. McCoy of the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia by Charles H. Houston, who spoke briefly of the career of Judge Terrell. Attorney Houston, like Judge Terrell, is a graduate of Harvard University. As Judge Terrell had been a member of the local bar before his appointment as a judge, the Chief Justice directed the usual entry in the minutes of the court expressing the regret of the bench at his death. Chief Justice McCoy, who is president of the Harvard Club of Washington, declared that the career of Judge Terrell, had been an honor to Harvard. While he had never practiced before the Municipal Court, the Chief Justice, said, he had always heard praise of the honorable manner in which Judge Terrell conducted his court. He said that the career of (Continued on page 3) A PAGE FOR WOMEN FOR WOMEN WHO CARE FOR THE HOME BE BEAUTIFUL PAGE TEN AP FOR WOM CARE FOR TIMELY RECIPES Stuffed Pimentos 1 cream cheese 2 tablespoons milk 3 lb. American cheese 4 egg 1 tablespoon flour Dash cayenne Paprika 4 teaspoon salt 6 pimentos Mash cream cheese. Add milk, American cheese, finely grated, egg well beaten, flour and seasonings. Beat until light and creamy. Butter six raw skins and line each with a whole pimento. Fill with cheese mixture, and set in a pan of water to bake until the mixture is firm and brown on top. Turn out onto a platter and garnish with crisp slices of bacon and parsley. Nested Sweetbreads Nested Sweetbreads 1 can peas ½ cup water 3 tablespoons butter ¼ teaspoon salt 1 sweet-bread ½ teaspoon chopped parsley Dash cayenne pepper 2 egg whites 1 cup cream sauce 1 hard boiled egg ½ teaspoon minced green pepper Cracker crumbs Cook the peas in the water three minutes. Drain and force them through a sieve. Add butter, salt, cayenne and black pepper and the whites of eggs beaten until stiff and dry. Butter a glass plate and form a border of the pea mixture. Fill the center with cream sauce-mixed with parboiled sweetbreads cut in cubes, the hard boiled eggs cut in slices and the cayenne and green pepper. Dust with powdered cracker crumbs and bits of butter. Set in oven ten minutes before serving. SUNDAY SUPPER SAVORIES There is probably no form of enterprise that turns an amber velvet mug, from Simplicity is the rule for menu and service. Success depends upon the novelty of the menu. All manner of interesting combinations are possible. As a rule, one hot dish, with tiny hot biscuits or muffins in combination with a salad and such additional savories as jelly, jam or cheese, forms the main course, followed by dessert with tea or coffee. Hot chocolate topped with whipped cream is ideal for these occasions. Sunday Supper Menus No. 1 Stuffed Pimentos Fruit Salad Hot Muffins Jelly Vanilla Charlotte Chocolate Sauce Walnut Wafers Coffee No. 2 Shamrock Eggs Sweet Potatoes with Apples Hot Biscuits Celery Curls Mocha Macaroon Custard Mints Coffee Sunshine Cake No. 3 Pimcato Eggs Stuffed Tomato Salad Clover Rolls Strawberry Jam Hot Chocolate-Whipped Cream Fruit Milage Cake BE BEA By MME. W. R. DUDLEY Washington, D.C. Question—Will you kindly recommend a preparation for loosening the cuticle and removing stains from the fingers and nails?—Manicurist. Answer—A very good bleach can be made by putting a teaspoonful of fresh lemon juice in a cupful of warm water. This will remove most stains from the fingers and nails and will loosen the cuticle in a satisfactory way. A stronger solution of lemon juice will remove deeper stains. Question—Please inform me as to the best method of cleansing the face before retiring.—A. L. H. Answer—Wash the face with warm water and a good soap that agrees with your skin. Dry the face and neck thoroughly and apply a generous amount of peroxide cream, gently massage it into the skin. Always massage outward and upward. Let the cream remain on a few minutes, then wipe it off with a soft towel. Be sure to follow the above advice each night if you wish to keep your skin in good condition and to promote its youthful appearance; in other words never go to bed until you have cleansed your face and neck from the dust and grime of the day; but be sure to use a cold cream that is pure and reliable. Question: Do you think that the daily use of rouge and face powder is injurious to the skin? — R. S. Smith. Answer: A pure rouge and powder is not injurious to the skin. A pure rouge when properly applied to the face or lips gives just that tinge of color which certainly adds to one's beauty. The same thing is true of eyebrow pencils and lip-sticks when used in proper proportions. People who have plenty of natural color in No. 4 Nested Sweetbreads Carrot Salad Tiny Rolls Peach Jam Apricot Souffle Sponge Cake Chop one pound meat from any kind of roast game after freezing it from skin and gristle. Mix with half-dozen chopped canned mushrooms, three peeled and minced shallots and the rind of a quarter lemon finely grated. Seasons well with pepper, salt and paprika and mix to a paste with four beaten eggs. Shape into cones, egg and breadcrumbs, dip in batter and fry in deep, hot fat till golden brown, then serve on a hot dish. Duck Cakes Cut the meat from the bones, then put it through a minceer, add to each pound a half teaspoon salt and a quarter teaspoon pepper, a half cup dry breadcrumbs, two hard-boiled eggs, finely chopped, and a gill of any savory left-over sauce. Press into small greased ramikins or scallop shells, and bake in a moderate oven, basting with butter dissolved in warm gravy or with clear stock. This filling may be spread between the layers of any kind of cake and will be found to be delicious. Take two cupfuls of dates, one-half a cupful of powdered sugar, two tablespoonfuls of lemon juice, and one-half a cupful of beaten cream. Remove the stones from the dates and cut the date into small pieces. Add the remaining ingredients and spread on the cake. From the Melting Pot "Honesty is always the best policy." A man is the best man to keep his own business straight. "Still water runs deep." Watch the man or woman who has a reputation of being so quiet. Selah! A "social climber" is all right, so long as his money is spent in entertainment and frolic, but when it gives out—SNAP, goes the coils. A woman who is popular with the other sex is generally a subject of much criticism and censure from other women of her group. The green monster is at work. You can generally judge an individual by the company he or she keeps. "Be yourself." A person becomes so very impossible trying to imitate others. Washington people are characterized as Dr. Jeykles and Mr. Hydes—angels at home, devils abroad. Deny it if you can. their cheeks and lips, however, should not apply lip-stick or rouge to them. The regular and daily use of pure face powders and toilet creams are absolutely essential, because they feed the skin as well as protect the complexion. It matters not how beautiful the complexion is or how velvety, because of the exposure of the face, neck and arms and particularly the face to wind and weather. It should be carefully protected against these destructive conditions. Question—What would you advise for tired, aching feet? Answer—As a first aid remedy for tired, aching feet, the juice of one lemon to a quart of warm water, to which has been added a tablespoon of ordinary salt, will give wonderful relief. Soak the feet in this solution from ten to fifteen minutes, adding more hot water and salt from time to time, so as to keep the bath at the same temperature. After the bath pat the feet dry with a soft towel and rub the feet with olive oil. This should give you prompt relief. Repeat the bath two or three times if necessary. How to Treat your Face for the Day— 1. In the morning wash the face in water nearly cold, then use a peroxide cream for cleansing the face and wipe it off well. 2. Apply a non-greasy or vanishing cream evenly over the face, neck and behind the ears, working it well into the skin. 3. Apply a face powder evenly and be sure to powder under the eyes, the neck, and the nose. If you use rouge, apply this next. If rouge has been used, apply another light coating of face powder over it. When face powder has been ingeniously used, it gives the skin a beautiful and more youthful appearance than is otherwise producible. THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE. SATURDAY. DECEMBER 26, 1925 Edited by VIVIAN T. TURNER Answers to Queries By Vee Tee Tee "Should a Young Girl Discuss Her Private Business in the Theatre or other Public Places?" Dear Vee Tee Tee: I was in the theatre the other night and two very pretty girls came in and sat directly back of me. The picture was going on prior to the evening performance of vaudeville scheduled. These girls proceeded to talk and annoyed me so very much talking of their own private business, some things being very disgusting. Don't you think this a bad practice? Let me know your thoughts concerning it. My dear Enquirer: You can almost imagine what I am going to say before I begin. I think it very poor training for persons to sit in any theatre and talk to each other while the picture is being shown. In the first place it shows disrespect for the rights of others; secondly, it reflects upon an individual's home training. Every individual paying for his seat at a movie reserves the right to witness the screening of that picture without any interference and to be so annoyed by persons engaging in frivolous, unnecessary conversation gives him a good cause to report those individuals to proper authorities. Poor home training is always behind actions of that sort because persons trained well at home are always taught to respect the rights of others. If they did not want to see the picture they should understand that they constitute only a small portion of the many hundred who did want to see and concentrate on it and they should have acted accordingly. Then to discuss private affairs so that persons not acquainted with them should be disgusted was very bad. Our girls never stop to think how people form lasting impressions simply by hearing them talk in this manner. Home is the place to discuss sweet-hearts and love affairs or at least some place where the two people concerned only are present. Private gossip gets out about a person sometimes in this manner and that person even the one to really start it. You can never tell in a public place who hears or who knows you. Therefore I would say either these girls did not care who knew their private secrets or else their home training had been neglected. I hope if any young girls reading this article are guilty of such actions they will take heed and stop such ridiculous practices. Truly yours, VEE TEE TEE. Dear V. T. T: I read your answers to queries every week and now I am coming to you to ask why men tire of their wives so soon after marriage? I have devoted myself to my home and my husband but wife and home seem to be the last consideration with my husband. PUZZLED Dear Puzzled: I am glad you have brought this subject up because I have observed so many cases similar to yours, I would like to help the young men to open their eyes. A young man meets a pretty woman; falls in love with her, courts her and finally marries her. They go to housekeeping and he boasts of having a home and a wife. The chances are ten to one that he has neither; he has been "taken in and done for" by her pretty face. Soon her pretty face gets to be an old story or becomes fretty or faded and as the face was all he paid any attention to, all he swore to "love, honor and obey" he gets sick of his bargain and knows of dozens of faces he likes better. He gives up staying at home at evening and consoles himself with cigars, politics and clubs, and looks upon home as a very indifferent boarding place. Another young man goes through the same ceremony with money as his ideal. He dances attendance upon her, finally "pops the question," is accepted and after an elaborate wedding sets up an establishment of his own and calls it home. He soon finds out that he too is not married and has no home. His friends, however, congratulate him and he "grins and bears it." If a young man would escape these sad consequences, let him shun the rocks upon which so many have been shipwrecked and disregard all considerations, of beauty, wealth, fashion, external accomplishments and social connection and look to the mind and heart of the woman he would take to the altar. If he cannot have her for self alone, for all that goes to make up character let him disregard external inducement and shun a marriage with her as the greatest evil to which he could subject both himself and her. It is vitally important that marriage be gone into carefully, calmly and conscientiously. Wealth cannot bring happiness and is ever in danger of taking wings of flight. Beauty will not last forever, and social connections are a poor substitute for the pure love of a woman's heart. My dear Puzzled, if you are lacking in any of the things that makes a man's home the dearest place on earth, turn about face and remedy the condition. Don't lose hope but mold your life in the cast that pleases your "man." V. T. T. THE FASHION REVIEW BY MAN VALENTINE Exclusive Tribute Feature THOSE LITTLE ESSENTIALS The art of appearing well dressed is not entirely tied up with the purse, 5th and Madison avenues and fun coats. There are certain accessories that every well dressed woman should possess to help give her clothing the proper look. It is a well known fact that certain women can buy their clothes in the most expensive shops, employ the best furiers and still fall to have a smart appearance. In a good measure this is because they do not know that it is the accessories that count. Foremost among these is the question of gloves. In the warmer days of fall and winter gloves are not necessary for comfort, and so many women are tempted to put them out of mind and off hand. But for looks, for the satisfactory completion of smart street outfit, gloves are indispensable. Gloves should not be thought of as just gloves, something to carry on warm days and protect the hands with on cold days. They are entitled to as much consideration as an integral part of the costume as the coat, hat and shoes. The importance of bright color can not be overestimated in relation to leather gloves reflected as it is, in the tailored slip-on, as well as in the dressy cuff types. Not only do colors make their appearance in trimmings and stitching, but they are now shown in entire gloves, as typified by the bright red capeskin gloves which the speciality shops are showing for general wear. Nowadays earrings have become more like ear chimes. They are some- Helpful Suggestions Artificial silk underwear or stockings should never be wrung when washed, as wringing causes "ladders." The material should be gently squeezed between the hands, then pressed sionally while drying. It should be ironed while still wet, under a thin cloth or piece of muslin. Do not forget to add a tablespoonful of vinegar to the last rinsing water, as this will freshen up the silk. Stains on the feet of silk stockings can usually be removed by rubbing over them a cut lemon dipped in salt. Practical Use of Fireless Cooker When I moved from one part of town to another, I put my dinner on in my fireless cooker and it was loaded on with the furniture. I filled a thermos bottle with cocoa. My dinner cooked on its way, so that when I arrived dinner was ready to serve. Mrs. W. E. McC., Alabama. Sending Engagement Announcements It is not considered correct to send formal engagement announcements, but if you do send them, they should be considered as all other formal announcements are considered; for instance, wedding announcements. Therefore, they would be sent to two lists of friends, those of the bride-to-be, and those of the groom-to-be. It would make no difference whether or not the bride knew the friends that are included on the groom's list. Form at a Dinner Party Question—In using bread and butter plates, should the butter be placed on them before the guests are seated? Answer—Yes, this is usually more convenient. Question—Is it good form to carve the meat before putting it on the What's W The Publ Syst Many have criticised our years. Are these criticisms founded? Regardless of what read the interesting series of ing in this paper in which Francis Leu who for many years was active cipal and supervisor; writes What's Wrong With The Public School System? Many have criticised our schools during the past few years. Are these criticisms justified; or are they unfounded? Regardless of what you have heard, you must read the interesting series of articles that are now appearing in this paper in which who for many years was actively engaged as a teacher, principal and supervisor; writes from THE INSIDE THE INSIDE concerning the present manage These articles are candid o should be close to the heart of and official identified with our Place your order for the Tri appointed. To miss any of the self of an instructive literary the facts you should know. concerning the present management and conditions These articles are candid discussions of a subject that should be close to the heart of every parent, pupil, teacher, and official identified with our School system. Place your order for the Tribune early so as not to be disappointed. To miss any of these articles is to deprive yourself of an instructive literary treat—a something filled with facts you should know. ETIQUETTE times so long that in swinging they touch the shoulder. In this fashion the lady and the peasant are united. Not that buttons are not still worn in the ears, they are. So are pendants of medium lengths. A pair of pearl earrings of medium length adorned the ears of the queen of Belgium when she sat for the stunning portrait painted by DeLaszlo and now on exhibition at the Knoedler galleries. Another item of costume jewelry has been much stressed by Lucien Lelong. He has designed lovely hair ornaments of pearl and exquisite bead work. They are of many types made to harmonize with the evening ensemble, and they generally sponsor his kinetic line, sweeping back from the brow. To the boyishly bobbed head these ornaments bring a queenly look essential to formal evening attire. As for that final touch of gorgeousness—the large fan—there will always be fine feathers waving from fashion's opera box. At one of the openings I saw a very interesting fan of black ostrich plumes arranged with uncurled feathers in Egyptian design. The handle was fashioned with bright surface. The universal note in evening hosiery is still the nude tint, and stockings of this kind are mated with slippers that either match the frock or are developed in the metallic kids. Frequently nowadays much ornamentation is concentrated upon the heel of these evening shoes, and they twinkle with perhaps real diamond chips—perhaps mere brilliants. table and then pass the plate to each guest in his turn for his helping? Answer—Yes, this is excellent form for either a formal or informal dinner. If possible, the pieces that are cut are put back in "form," that is, as they were before they were cut. This can be done for example with chicken, and with roast lamb. Of the carving done at the table—if there is a skillful carver. If there is not, the way that is suggested is better. Question—Should a linen or crocheted cover be used on a silver cake plate? Answer—Linen is better. Phone, Lincoln 3698-W ANNA J. JOHNSON Fashionable Shroudmaker Reasonable Rates 2829 ELVANS ROAD, S.E. Swedish and French methods taught. Class now forming. Easy terms. Academic credits given. Washington School of Massage and Physiotherapy, 1914 7th Street, N.W. Phone, North 6881 Dramatic Reader Available for Engagements Classes at— THE QUEEN STUDIO 746 Hobart Place Col. 9973 N. 9681 Wrong With ic School em? schools during the past few justified; or are they un- at you have heard, you must articles that are now appear- vis Cardozo ely engaged as a teacher, prin- from agement and conditions. discussions of a subject that of every parent, pupil, teacher, School system. ibune early so as not to be disese articles is to deprive your-treat—a something filled with When you deal with us no one need know the cost of your funeral, but yourself. Frazier Co., 723 T St., N.W. Directors and Undertakers' Establishment Our many patrons and friends that during the been in business our slogan has been and stie- and service during that time, we can refer you have been our patrons in their hour of gre or attempted to make the price of our funeral to those whom we serve. A normal family knows better what it wan- to spend on its deceased loved ones, the taker could know; therefore we leave the su- to you. That we handle the same line of goods the competitors handle, and we can assure you tha- will display more patience or take more time with spacious show rooms and helping you or selection whatever YOU want to make to make it. Very respectfully yours, THOS. FRAZIER, CO. 723 T Street, Northwest Residence phone: N. 12 Private Ambulance Service NORTH 5750 ITS FUNERAL HOME Complete Funeral is a matter of your choice. Expensive to go elsewhere when you need E. W. BUNDY Funeral Director 19 Florida Avenue, N.W. Most Cherished among the Gifts bestowed by the Passing Year is the memory of the pleasant relations with those whom we have been privileged to serve. And so it is most sincerely that we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year PORO COLLEGE PORO HAIR AND TOILET PRODUCTS PROVEN WAY TO STOP FALLING HAIR and DANDRUFF The Thomas Frazier Co. Funeral Directors and Establishment wishes to announce to our many patrons eight years that we have been in business “Efficiency and Service.” As to our efficiency and service durin to those families who have been our pri distress. We have never made or attempted to We leave that entirely to those whom We think that every normal family to spend and is able to spend on any disinterested undertaker could know of cost entirely up to you. We do say, however, that we handle any or all of our competitors handle one of them can or will display mon in showing you through spacious sho make the cost of your selection wha and not what WE want to make it. Very respectful THOS. FRAZIZ 723 T Street, N Office phone: N. 7796 Private Ambulance North 575 BUNDY'S FUNERAL The price of a Complete Funeral is My prices make it expensive to go undertaker. E. W. BU Funeral Director 649 Florida Avenue Moss among the G Person is the memory with those we privilege And so it is that we Merry Happy PORO HAIR Iry This PROV TO STO HAIR and The Thomas Frazier Co., 723 T St., N.W. Funeral Directors and Undertakers' Establishment The Thomas Frazier Co., 723 T St., N.W. Funeral Directors and Undertakers' Establishment wishes to announce to our many patrons and friends that during the eight years that we have been in business our slogan has been and still is "Efficiency and Service." As to our efficiency and service during that time, we can refer you to those families who have been our patrons in their hour of great distress. We have never made or attempted to make the price of our funerals. We leave that entirely to those whom we serve. We think that every normal family knows better what it wants to spend and is able to spend on its deceased loved ones, than any disinterested undertaker could know; therefore we leave the subject of cost entirely up to you. We do say, however, that we handle the same line of goods that any or all of our competitors handle, and we can assure you that none of them can or will display more patience or take more time in showing you through spacious show rooms and helping you to make the cost of your selection whatever YOU want to make it, and not what WE want to make it. Office phone: N. 7796 Residence phone: N. 1213 Private Ambulance Service BUNDY'S FUNERAL HOME The price of a Complete Funeral is a matter of your choice. My prices make it expensive to go elsewhere when you need an undertaker. Most Cherished among the Gifts bestowed by the Passing Year is the memory of the pleasant relations with those whom we have been privileged to serve. And so it is most sincerely that we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year PORO COLLEGE PORO HAIR AND TOILET PRODUCTS Dandruff, falling hair, itching scalp and baldness are enemies to scalp health and the growth of long, lustrous hair. Scientists admit they are "germ" diseases and to cure them the germ must surely be destroyed. I There's no longer reason for having poor, unhealthy scalps and dull lifeless hair. It has been proven that MADAM C. J. WALKER'S WONDERFUL HAIR PREPARATIONS are directly opposed to harmful experiment! C. J. WALKER'S FUL HAIR ATIONS OWNED" J. Walker's for sale by hand by mail Don't Experime USE MADAM C.J. WALK WONDERFUL HA PREPARATIONS "WORLD RENOWNED" These and Mme. C. J. Walker's Skin Preparations for sale by Agents, Drug Stores and by mail The Madam C.J. Walker Mfg. Co. 640 N West St. Indianapolis - Indiana HENRY Lincensed in Maryland germ life, that they attach only diseased tissues, tend to keep the scalp free from dandruff and itch, allay falling hair, enrich the scalp, stimulate growth and make for long lustreous hair. CHILDREN'S PAGE A Happy New Year to Everyone WINNERS OF THE DOUBLE LETTERS CONTEST, No. 3 The five best sentences submitted in this contest are published below. The idea in the contest was to make a complete sentence of not less than ten words, each word containing one set of double letters. Good-bye, Kiddies! Boy Scout Work DO NOT USE THE WORD "NIGGER" A Ha VALUABLE REPRINTS We shall continue to entreat our readers to read good books whenever they can be secured. Here is a list of interesting articles that are worthy of your reading. To secure them address The Associated Publishers, 1538 Ninth Street, Northwest. The Association ofr the Study of Negro Life and History has published and sells below cost valuable reprints from the Journal of Negro History, the aim being to supply them in such a form as to be handy for classes and clubs. With few exceptions these reprints are books in themselves containing more than one hundred pages devoted to the scientific treatment of some of the most important phases of history as it has been influenced by the presence of the Negro in this country and abroad. Among the reprints available are: Benjamin Banneker, the Negro Mathematician and Astronomer, by Henry E. Baker, Examiner in the United States Patent Office; Slavery in Kentucky, by Dr. I. E. McDougle, Professor of History in Groucher College; Paul Cuffee, by Henry N. Sherwood; Slavery in Canada, by Mr. Justice William Renwick Riddell, of the Su- Scout masters are requested to forward their news to this page each week. News should reach this office by Tuesday noon before the Saturday on which they are to be published. Stories received after Tuesday noon will not be considered for insertion in the Children's Page, Mechanical requirements necessitate this early receipt of news. Copy should be mailed or delivered to the Children's Page Editor, 920 U Street, Northwest. Whenever possible, photographs of members of the Scouts who are prominent in their activities should be sent with the stories of the work of troops. TROOPS GIVEN SPECIAL INSTRUCTION Scouts of Troops 502, 506, 507, 508, and 510 were given special instruction in map making, first aid and signalling at Union Wesley Church at a special meeting held last week. Dr. F. E. Matthews gave the instruction in map making, which was very beneficial to those who are now preparing for the first class test. First aid instruction was given by Dr. M. F. Woodard, who not only explained it as to the second class test but gave a number of demonstrations of the uses of the triangle bandage in very serious emergency cases. Mr. Ralph Bartley was the signal instructor and gave very practical hints in overcoming the difficulty in memorizing the semaphore code. The important feature of all the instructions was the simplicity of their application. The meeting was arraigned by Mr. Charles A. Bell, field executive who is deeply interested in the advancement of the scouts and is endeavoring to bring them up to a very high standard. Mr. Thomas A. King, Scoutmaster of Troop No. 76, who also has been interested in our boys was present and related some of his experiences in the organization and management of troops and methods used that had brought about good results. preme Court of Ontario, Canada; Royal Adventurers trading into Africa, by George F. Zook, President of the University of Akron; The Negro Migration of 1916-1918, by H. H. Donald; The Beginning of the Misegenation of the Whites and Blacks, by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, Director of the Association. Fifty years of Negro Citizenship as qualified by the United States Supreme Court, Free Negro Owners of Slaves in the United States in 1830, Free Negro Heads of Families in the United States in 1830, and The Mind of the Free Negro as reflected in Letters during the Crisis, 1815-1860, by Dr. Carter G. Woodson. Dispatches of Spanish Officials bearing on the Free Negro Settlement of Gracia Real de Santa Teresa de Mose, Florida, by Irene A. Wright, Investigator in the Archives of the Indies, Seville, Spain. The Negro in South Carolina during the Reconstruction, by A. A. Taylor; and The Virginia Negro during the Reconstruction, by the same author. These publications are available at unusually low prices, the maximum being five dollars and the minimum twenty-five cents. ASSOCIATE SCOUT The time is past when a boy drops out of the movement by simply ceasing to attend meetings or failing to pay dues. Active members of a troop of boy scouts ordinarily hold regular weekly meetings. This is the condition of membership which is insisted upon where possible. However, when in the judgment of the scoutmaster and the troop committee it is impossible for a boy to maintain active membership in any troop, arrangements may be made according to the facts in each case to enroll the boy as an associate member of the troop upon the following conditions: 1. The associate scout obligates himself to observe the Scout Oath and Law and do his 'daily good turn' in the same way as an active member of the troop. 2. He obligates himself to attend during the year such troop meetings as are agreed upon at the time he is enrolled as an associate scout. In no case can this be less than one meeting a year and it may be one a month or every meeting during the vacation period. 3. He agrees to do all in his power to advance himself in scouting activities according to the circumstances in his case. In case of removal to another community, arrangements may be made whereby an associate scout may have the co-operation of local scout authorities in passing second class, first class, and merit badge tests. 4. He agrees to hold himself as a scout in readiness in case of any disaster or calamity requiring the services of his troop, and in case of removal to another community to make known his presence and place of residence to the scout authorities so that he may be available there for services in any emergency. 5. An associate scout pays his registration fees in the same manner as an active member of the troop. HAVE YOU A PET? THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1925 C. LESLIE FRAZIER, Editor of The Children's Page WINNERS OF THE DOUBLE LETTERS CONTEST, No. 3 The five best sentences submitted in this contest are published below. The idea in the contest was to make a complete sentence of not less than ten words, each word containing one set of double letters. Two tickets to the Dunbar Theatre for the week of December 28 were mailed to each winner last Saturday. Frances Murphy, 2318 H Street, Northwest, sent in, "Little Bobby's letter will arrive tomorrow announcing winners getting ball." Viola Ferguson, 527 24th Street, Northwest, sent in, "Poor little Emma Hall will borrow Jessie Bell's middle dress tomorrow." Frank Laney, 784 Irving Street, Northwest, sent in, "Poor little Anna running pass deep pools, fell seventeen feet." Dorothy Simmons, 2317 Sherman Avenue, sent in, "Beginning tomorrow, Jimmy Ball will borrow Millie Clifford's spelling book." Other very clever sentences were sent in by Annie Jackson, Evelyn J. Robins, Lillian Baker, Leonard Woolfolk, Margaret Bland and Edward Holland. AN ORIGINAL POEM Dear Editor: I am sending you a poem which I composed. I hope it will deserve a place on the Children's Page. A Christmas Poem The world was bright and gay For a little babe was born that day— The shepherds looked near and far For over a stable shone a star. The angels were singing sweet and clear, People were coming from everywhere— To kneel in silence to sing and pray For Jesus Christ was born that day. VIOLET HYSON (11) 1510 6th Street, N.W. Dear Mary: Your editor will mail your prize tickets to you if you will forward your address to him. You may phone your address to Alexandria 293. This is the phone number of the Tribute Alexandria agent. (To Mary Matthews of Alexandria, Va.) Thelma Bass, aged four, was being parentally reproved for indulging in an inordinate craving for chocolate caramels. "If you eat so much candy," said her mother, "You'll ruin your stomach." "Oh, I don't mind that, mother, it won't show with my clothes on." She—Did you meet any stage robbers out west? He—Yes; I took a couple of movie stars to dinner. OUR KLASSIFIED KOLUMN WANTED—Holiday stories written by boys and girls who read this page. FOR SALE—Intelligent stories, letters, answers to puzzles, and historical information about Negroes; for only five cents when you buy the "Children's Page" in the Washington Tribune. WANTED—Stories, poems, jokes, puzzles, riddles, essays, for this page. TRIBUNITES! TRIBUNITES! We would like to receive pictures from the readers of the Children's Page. We intend to publish them as soon as received. Let the photos you send be post card size, and do not fold them. See that your names accompany your pictures. Let us have the pictures as soon as possible. To Mary Matthews OUR FUN BOX ```markdown ``` Good-bye, Kiddies! © TIME EXPIRES, FRIDAY, JANUARY 1 Dear Editor: Here is my sentence of at least ten words, each word containing double letters, written with pencil. Name Age Address School Grade DOUBLE LETTERS CONTEST FREE THEATRE TICKETS This feature will entail a little literary gymnastics. You are to make a complete sentence of not less than ten words; each word must contain one set of double letters. Here is a sample line, "Tomorrow noon seventeen football rookies will arrive, all equipped queerly." The main things to bear in mind are: Each sentence must contain not less than ten words. Each word must contain double letters; if more than ten words are used, they, too, must contain double letters. Do not make two words of one word such as "foot ball" (two words) for "football" (one word), "hall way" for "hallway", etc. Hyphenated words are permissable. Each sentence entered must be on a separate coupon and fully signed. One person may send in as many coupons as he or she wants to. The Washington Tribune will give two tickets each for the five best sentences made according to the requirements made above. The tickets will be good for admission to the Dunbar Theatre for the I WILL NEVER USE THE WORD "NIGGER" BE PROUD OF YOUR RACE. everyone e, Kiddies! DAY, JANUARY 1 sentence of at least ten words, letters, written with pencil. Age ..... Grade .... week of January 4. All letters must be in the Tribune office, 920 U Street, Northwest, not later than 8 p.m., Friday, January 1. Tickets will be mailed to the winners Saturday, January 2. Address letters to: Editor, "Children's Page." The winners of this contest will be published in the issue of this paper of January 9. Cut out the blank above and take it to school; at lunch hour suggest to your friends that if they write a sentence as here suggested, that they may win two tickets. Do not think that your sentence will be worse than others which are submitted. Try to convince yourself that your sentence will be better, or, at least, just as good as any others sent in. You may send in as many letters as you wish, providing each one is accompanied by a blank (as above), cut out of the Washington Tribune. All of your friends, relatives, and neighbors can do likewise if they are under the age of 16 years. All we ask is that your entry reach this office by 8 o'clock, Friday night. January 1st. IDEAS FOR LETTERS Girls are reminded that what they do with their dolls will be of interest to other girls; so write a letter telling us about your doll. Send in your dolly's name and let her become known to the readers of this page. Boys have teams, and are fond of skating. Send us letters about your teams (any kind of teams) and the greatest distance you have skated or hiked. Write letters to the page and tell us about your play, work, school, club, and Sunday school activities. TRIBUNITE'S PLEDGE 1. I will never use the word "nigger." 2. I will learn all that I can about the history and traditions of my Race. 3. I will use my eyes and ears to detect slander against my Race, and I will champion my Race wherever I may hear such slander. 4. 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ARROW Chicago, IL. ARNOWAY HAIR GAP DANCE J. B. E M B PAGE ELEV 452 N Street. N.W Phone, Lincoln 1625 ROSSMAN What's the Matter With the Public School System? For 35 years teacher, principal and supervisor in the Public Schools of the District of Columbia PAGE TWELVE RECENT EDUCATIONAL PRO CEDURES AT THE NATIONAL CAPITAL (Continued from last issue) I closed my previous contribution to the educational literature of the District of Columbia, and the gayety of nations generally, by exhorting The Most Holy One to issue an encyclical to the Faithful throughout the public school land to aid several thousand of their offspring in the Philippines—or to be more precise, their kindreds' offspring. Obviously all of this covers white, not colored, people. Make no mistake about that. If, when Wood said, regarding these 18,000 near-white little outcasts, "The American people," and, "of their own blood," etc., he had had colored people in mind, you may rest assured, having in mind the enduring quality of the American "skin," that a good deal of a verbal rough-house would have been employed, somehow, somewhere, before the end of his statement. Perhaps it was not quite so wise to have observed at the "club" that the local community and the superintendent of public schools himself were fortunate in having men of the Peyser-Greenwood-Houston-Bennett type on the board of education, but that, if I were the latter official, I would not want too many of that order on there at one and the same time, especially with so many pet and questionable schemes in both colored and white schools to put over. The following expressions and activities were probably unwise also: to have been the only principal of a public graded school (the Montgomery) to hold a parent-teacher meeting at the school building for the publicly-expressed purpose of commending the junior high school movement, this in the face of many officials here damning it with faint praise, or aggressively opposing it; to have extended Assistant Superintendent Long an invitation, signed by each and every teacher at the Montgomery, to administer an Intelligence Test to the pupils thereof, in order to determine, in so far, the effect of heredity and environment on pupils attending that and similarly-situated schools; to have noted that the superintendent of public schools at Washington was the most indefatigable publicity press-agent, of his personal literary and educational effusions that had yet come to our attention; to have suggested to Dr. Long, shortly after my return from Harvard the desirability of organizing a Study Club, with himself as the "leader," among the ablest and most progressive schoolmen in the 10th-13th divisions, but that, if it were to be composed in the usual way—governed by political considerations, solely—I would regret having made the suggestion. Still other things, perhaps, were unwise on my part, for example: To have expressed the view that, if Mr. Wilkinson should devote more time acquiring a knowledge of the technique of the graded schools, the tower of strength of every public school system, than to making speeches, he would not be compelled to cater to some of his human-antique attendants, as he had been doing ever since he left the secondary school department, the only professional experience he had gained up to that time; to have dared to state that it seemed odd that I had been unable to give satisfaction to Howard University professors, but that the professors in the Harvard Graduate School of Education had recorded me, orally and in writing, as adequately meeting requirements, and, finally, that, while teachers know pretty well the legal, compulsory age of retirement (70 years), a problem, apparently insoluble to them more important, in its way, than the Tacna-Arica dispute or whether the United States shall or shall not enter the World Court is. When Does an Employee in the Washington Public Schools Attain 70 Years of Age? their perplexity arising from the fact that many are stating that 5 years ago SO-and-SO was 67, 10 years ago Another was 64, and so following, and yet, like Golden Silence, they, "sitting pretty", appear secured indefinitely (Many are playing a trump card in enlisting in the "detective" department of the public schools. "To what base uses!" Aware of changes in educational methods and procedures otherwise conscientious teachers are becoming confused in the teaching of Arithmetic, the matter having all but reached the point of requiring formal official attention. In their early school-teaching experience, they recall teaching Number, combinations and separations, and have always been perfectly clear, until lately, that the "march of time" illustrated combinations, but now are confused and embarrassed in realizing themselves so ignorant, that is according to the Thorndike definition of "intelligence": The power of good responses from the point of view of truth. The intelligent reader will also be able to determine what bearing the following had on Insubordination (In-efficiency) A letter to the board of education, written by Mr. A, to whom I owed $1490, in which he paid his respects to me in plain English, but closed with the earnest desire to "do him (no) no harm" with that body-al- though reciting matter that a large majority of public school authorities consider wholly extraneous to appraisement of teachers—was referred to me by Mr. Wilkinson for reply, which is set forth below. I beg to acknowledge receipt of Mr. A's letter. He evidently did not intend that it should be referred to me for answer. His role of injured innocence will not avail with thinking men. He admits that payments to him, before the action on his part hereinafter cited, were prompt and otherwise in accordance with contractual agreement; nor is the matter of honesty now in any sense involved. Mr. A knows perfectly well that my refusal to make further payments in accordance with admitted covenants so to do, is in the nature of REPRISAL, a recourse that he like Shylock of old, so artfully, continually, and successfully employs. The occasion calls for explicitness and implicitness. The adoption of this course has been thrust upon me by a master at the game: (1) Because he has bruited about the details of this transaction in more or less hurtful and exaggerated manner; (2) Because, subsequent to the more recent delinquency, alleged in this respect, he has failed to acknowledge several payments made, directly or indirectly; but, more particularly, (3) Because he, with certain powerful aid, has exerted a somewhat sinister and wholly mischievous interference with the educational opportunities of my two youngest children. The first two aspects of this matter—the one being but a cause for irritation; the other being adjustable—hardly warrant non-payment, but the third invokes the sort of retaliation that Mr. A's own "gray matter" so delights in, that I am at a loss to know why he should wax indignant that I, "inexperienced in financial matters," as he puts it, should follow the very lead that he himself has made, and about which I knew so little before I met him. It might be a good idea for Mr. A, in the future, to be a little careful how he deals with people, who lack "business experience," else he might, sooner or later, find just ground for complaint. Unfortunately, however his attitude and open hostility, in the present instance, have not only seriously interfered with the present and future educational advantages of the two youngest children, but have jeopardized their chances for employment subsequently. Aside from the diminishing chances of appointment of graduates from local normal schools, I take no stock in the mischievous plan of allowing any and all graduates of secondary schools "drifting" into normal schools. I have not yet detected any "teaching" ability in my own two daughters. It is my feeling, however, that they should not be made to suffer because over-persuaded in ill-advised action, and I plan to meet exigencies in their behalf, at the proper time, which will be preparation for school-teaching, only, if predictable data point in that direction. I have advised Mr. A—and am again conveying to him the sad and solemn fact—that, in the present circumstances, he need expect no further payments, and am taking all the responsibility that attaches to that decision. It cost Mr. A $1490.00, and affected my tenure! The First Assistant Superintendent, as the correspondence at the Franklin will reveal, expressed regret to Mr. A for the attitude that a subordinate of the school system should assume, and, in effect, advised him, and me, by implication, that a Rule of the board of education (as you may know, fellow-citizens, there are but two copies, extant, of the Rules now being referred to, and no teacher or principal has either one of them) permitted the lowering of the rating under such circumstances. Was this the first step in the frame-up of Inefficiency? In presenting the foregoing matter, and that included under Appendix which is a vital part of this review I merely wish to afford the reader probable ground for a charge of Inefficiency, which was the only one recommended to the board of education, and offered to the newspapers. The informed will, of course, understand that, in resorting to this trickery—a charge of Pedagogic Inefficiency, absolutely regardless of just basis—school officials, according to court decision, are absolved from actionability. The Hearing ("Trial") May the Gods Forfeit! What did the superintendent do; what did he say? Since you know him, he did and said just about what you think he did and said—"I am to sit as judge in this case; Mr. Wilkinson will be the prosecutor; Miss Shadd and Mr. Nalle"—and then he hesitated, the ridiculous evidently occurring to him, so that he did not finish—"will assist him." Knowing the Organic Law as I did, I was about to humbly request some information, from his point of view, as to my own legal rights and status, but refrained for two reasons; first, because of the novelty and humor of the situation, and second, because, while not a lawyer, legal recourse appeared to me to be sounder under his misconception as to procedure in such a situation. I was being introduced to Anglo-Saxon justice, Africanized,—and, if the colored lawyers, are going to proceed likewise, when they get on the "bench," heaven help the poor devils that come up before them for sentence. I looked upon the countenances of the "faithful." While two of them did not seem quite so young as formerly, all seemed "prepared" for slaughter. They kept Assistant Superintendent Long out of it—too honest! Let me paint the scene a little more adequately before I proceed: The superintendent and the first assistant superintendent of public schools had expressed themselves as feeling "sore," because of too close thinking and too outspoken utterances in educational publications, the latter also expressing a "just" indignation—or fierce, as you please—over my alleged failure to treat the officers of the colored schools with official respect; John Cadwallader Nalle, the supervising-principal, sporting and steaming for early demise; Miss M. P. Shadd, assistant superintendent, sympathetic with both sides—pastmaster of that craft—, until proceedings developed which "side" she should take, and then, as even her kindest friends would know, lining up, CAN YOU BEAT IT? I was ordered not to quarrel with my "superiors"; and was further advised that "quibbling" and "circuitousness" were not in style among the Franklin school elite. Having thus outlined the function of each one present—excepting mine—you would naturally expect that none would overlap the others. The superintendent distinctly charged me with Insubordination, in not obeying a telephone order from the supervising-principal to transfer 21 8-B pupils to the Stevens School; and in leaving the city October 30, 1925, without notifying the supervising-principal, beforehand, as alleged. The "trial" was on; you know now whether the gallery was to hold thumbs up or down at the end. I was advised that, if I could not sustain the "position" that I had taken, the board of education would not "pass over it lightly." Thus "encouraged." I was allowed to produce and read from letters already in the possession of the aforesaid officials bearing upon the matter; but made but slow progress at that, because of constant heckling by all present, including the "judge," or rulings on alleged irrelevancies. I sought to explain that, according to my understanding, the supervising-principal lacked authority, of his own motion, to make drastic changes in school organization, after the same had been officially settled at the beginning of a term; that my leaving the city was due to a "pressing emergency," to wit, to make certain adjustments for my son at the University of Pittsburgh, urgent and emergent, of which the supervising-principal was notified by 'phone at 10:30 on the morning, and later by regular substitute form-report, the very day of my departure, October 30. I then read one of the letters, hereinafter given, that may be regarded as typical of others sent officially during a correspondence that lasted from September 28 to November 3, 1925. When an order was received from the supervising-principal by telephone, September 28, to transfer my entire class to the Stevens School, Miss Bush to the Bruce School, and to assume charge of her 7-A class myself, I asked, "By whose order?" and he promptly answered, "By mine!" Under the assumption, as already and hereinafter indicated, that he lacked authority to issue such an order, I refused to put it into effect in the form in which it came, by telephone, until the superintendent himself, three days afterward, confirmed it. Having thus determined upon my course, I promptly offered my resignation from the public school system, rather than live longer in an intolerable situation, carrying it to the Boss myself, but—based on the experience of the last few years—I had little hope of seeing him in his office. As I surmised he was not in. However, I left the document there for him. When, having presented the resignation a second time, he beguiled me into withdrawing it, by asking, when I indicated to him, that, as a matter of public policy, the "appeal" was foredoomed to failure (I was trying to arrange, so that I might be able to secure employment elsewhere, but he had foreseen and intended to forestall that), "But why assume failure?" I returned to the building, and executed the order immediately. As on several other occasions, the teachers were all wondering what it was all for. I was unable to give them any explanation. (Continued next week.) 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Penn, and Mr. H Martin together with a number whose names the Tribune representative failed to obtain. Mrs. Powell, who will be remembered by many as a concert artist in her more youthful days, wore a gown of cream over silver with silver slippers and a silver head set. She carried a large bouquet of white roses, the gift of her husband. Mr. Powell also presented his spouse of a quarter of a century, with a beautiful diamond ring. THE MARGARET MURRAY VOCATIONAL SCHOOL On last Thursday, December 17th, the Margaret Murray Vocational School held its annual Xmas Exhibition and Sale. The rooms were beautifully decorated and work representative of each grade was displayed children's underwear, household articles of all kinds. The house-keeping project was seen in the apartment which was tastily arranged, while the simple supper, cakes and candies showed the work of the home economics department. The academic department presented a play, "The Christmas Guest" by Constance D'Arcy Mae Kay. The school under the direction of Miss Virginia Williams gave a Christmas Vesper Service at the Metropolitan A. M. E. Church on Sunday evening. December twentieth. Wednesday was set aside as the day for the Christmas exercises. The play "The Christmas Guest" was rendered again after which gifts were exchanged by the girls. Boxes of candy were also distributed. After the exercises at the school all the girls wended their way to the Stoddard Baptist Home, where they carried a couple of barrels of provisions, many oranges, apples, and boxes of candy for the old people, bringing much happiness to those shut in. TENTH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY Mr. M. A. Lightfoot, surprised his wife, Ruth, on their tenth anniversary by taking her into a new home, 1314 T Street, N.W., December 18, inst. Mrs. Lightfoot knew nothing of the possession of the home until she was informed by Mrs. Samuel Novile, the night of the reception. Mr. Lightfoot also opened that night his new business a roofing and heating enterprise located in the rear of his home. WELL KNOWN INSURANCE MAN LEAVES CITY Foster O. Winslow, who came to the city a few years ago to take up work with a local insurance company, has resigned his position to return to his home in Ohio, where he will enter the services of the Internal Revenue Department with headquarters in Ohio. Mr. Winslow began his work with the North Carolina Mutual of Durham, N.C., which was the first company of the race to issue this class of insurance. The clerks associated with Mr. Winslow gave expression of the high regard in which he was held by presenting him with a handsome present on the day of leaving. SENIOR KINDERGARTNERS NIVLKLINE The Senior Kindergartner entertained with dancing at the home of Miss Pansy Gregg. The guests included the Misses Pauline Buford, May Richards, Carletta Watts and Messrs. Brooks, Badham, Narcott, Montgomery, Buckner, Jackson, Morris, Hill and Eggleston. A delicious menu was served at the close of the dancing. Mr. Bradford Breeland of Orangeburg, S.C., was in the city this week on business. December Dances at the Murray Palace Casino Friday Nite, December 25—The Catholic "Council Review" Editorial Staff, Christmas Reception. Tuesday, December 29—Simon Commandery, Knights Templars. Thursday, December 31—The Bachelor-Benedict's Mid-Winter Reception. The following dates are open for booking for the month of January: Tuesday, January 12th MRS. BEATRICE LANCASTER EN- TERTAINS HER 500 CLUB Mrs. Beatrice Lancaster entertained her 500 Club, Thursday evening at her residence 152 Thomas Street N.W. Mrs. Martin of Chicago and Mrs. Sevena Newman were guests Those present were: Mesdames Lelia Thomas, Mary Waters, Katie Dean Christine Holton, Ethel Lanier, Pansy Cox, Frankie Thomas, Helen Harris Eleanor Scott, Edith Clayton, Marian Crusor, Ida Profiff, Mattie Allen, Hattie Butler, and the Misses Ruth Lanier, Lillian Walton, and Teresa Joyeau Prizes were won by Mrs. Katie Dean, 1st club prize; Mrs. Pansy Cox, 2nd club prize; Miss Lillian Walton, 3rd club prize. First and second guest prizes were awarded to Miss Ida Proffiff and Mrs. Mary Waters. Guest prizes were presented by Mrs. Martin and Mrs. Newman. MR. AND MRS. MINKINS CELEBRATE HALF CENTURY OF MARRIED LIFE Mr. and Mrs. Charles Minkins of 15 Ninth Street, N.E. celebrated the Fiftieth anniversary of their marriage on December 16. A large and extremely well groomed party of friends attended the reception that marked the event held at their home. The couple are in comfortable circumstances insofar as this world's goods are concerned, and their personal lives and devotion are very exemplary marks for emulation. INTERESTING LOCAL NOTES Reinzi Lemus, president of the Brotherhood of Dining Car Employees has gone to Roanoke, Va. on business for the Union. The General Committee on the observance of National Thrift Week that takes place on January 17-23, met at the Twelfth Street branch of the Y. M. C. A. on December 22 to make the necessary local arrangements. C. W. Banton is the General Chairman. Theodore Linwood Taylor, a Howard Senior whose home is in Petersburg, Va., was among the group that recently passed the bar examination at Richmond. He will continue in school until June when he will receive his degree of Bachelor of Law. Miss Lucille Dean of Greensboro, N.C. will be the holiday guest of Mr. and Mrs. Walter S. Turner of 1716 Second Street, N.W. Mr. and Mrs. Dewitt Earl are spending the holidays in New York City, the guest of their brother Mr. Jack Earl. The Misses Elnora Snowden, Jeanette Chase, and Marie Hardy of this city and Miss Anita Thomas of New York City will be the guests of Miss Helen Bell Key at Rocky Point, Md., during the Xmas holidays. Miss Alice Hershaw of this city who is teaching in Indianapolis, Ind., is home for the holidays the guest of her parents Mr. and Mrs. L. M. Hershaw. Mrs. Jennie Dewie, residing at 1521 Twelfth Street, N.W., was injured as she was about to board a street car. She was knocked down by an automobile and received a fractured rib and slight injury to her back. The Bureau Club entertained the World War Veterans at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Monday night. They carried "Santa Claus" with them from the proceeds of the "School at Blueberry Corners" which they have been producing at several churches. Mrs. R. G. Dodd, who has been visiting her mother in Jamaica, has returned to her home in this city. Mr. Hadley G. Fites, an Indianapolis business man has been in the city on business. After a rousing made by Miss Nannie H. Burroughs at the monster mass meeting held by the women of Washington, $711 was given in cash and a large amount was subscribed, for the Defense Fund. Miss Grace Owens, who is attending school at Cleveland, Ohio, is spending her Xmas vacation in Pittsburg with relatives instead of coming on to Washington as first planned. Mrs. Bessie E. Clay has taken apartments at 2143 N Street. Mrs. Hattie E. Fields came from Philadelphia to the funeral of her sister Mrs. Nellie Pinkett Cheek. Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Simmons are at home to their friends at 748 Irving Street, Mrs. Simmons was formerly Miss Effie Irving, a Kentucky school teacher. Mrs. Florence Cole and Mrs. Rebecca Howard, accompanied by a party of friends motored to Richmond to spend Xmas with their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mayo. Miss Eva Fitzgerald is a delegate from the Columbus Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority meeting at Howard University. Miss Maud Brown, latin teacher in the High School at Louisville, Ky., one of the largest colored Highs, is here as a delegate to the Alpha Kappa Alpha from the chapter of that city. Mrs. Susie E. Chase is still confined to her home in the Dudley Apt. THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1925 Albert Rice Dies Albert B. Rice of 2013 Twelfth Street, Northwest, died at noon last Saturday just as he was entering Garfield Hospital where he had been ordered by his physician for further treatment after several weeks' illness at his home. The deceased was fifty years of age at the time of his death. He was the son of Rev. Benjamin and Mrs. Pleasant Rice of Harrisburg, Va. He is survived by a son, John, a boy of about 27 years, whose whereabouts are unknown to his relatives; and the following brothers, Samuel Rice of Seattle, Preston of Virginia, Edward, a half brother who lives in Wheeling and A. B. Rice, fraternal editor of the Pittsburgh Courier, of Pittsburgh, Pa., who arrived in Washington a few hours prior to his death. Mr. Anthony Rice had in fact come to Washington to arrange for the removal of his brother to the hospital, Deceased carried insurance in several companies, and was a member of the Cliff Rock Beneficial Association. Mrs. Fannie Ware Taylor, who has been confined to her home as the result of illness, has been retired by the Board of Education. Mrs. Taylor has done a splendid work in the schools and her retirement is a merited act. Mrs. Nora Duiguid is recovering rapidly from an operation at Freedmen's Hospital. Mrs. Gertrude Owens is spending the Yuletide at Harrisburg, Pa. Mrs. Bertie Brooks Terrell left Sunday to spend the Xmas season in Jacksonville, Fla. The Epsilon Sigma Iota Sorority is sponsoring a dinner to honor Mrs. Marian Poe, the first colored woman to pass the Virginia Bar. Mrs. Poe is a graduate of the Howard Law Class '25 and one of the most active members of the Sorority. The dinner will be given at Harrison's Wednesday, December 30th, and will be attended by many of her former professors, classmates and a number of her friends. On Tuesday, December 15th, 1925, Mr. and Mrs. James E. Jackson entertained a few friends at their residence, 221 S Street, N.W., in honor of Miss Aida M. Ward of New York City. Most of the evening was spent in dancing, except when Miss Ward, accompanied at the piano by Mrs. Jewel Jennifer Phillips of Wilson, N. C., rendered several vocal numbers. Christopher P. Hoffman of the Boston University and his brother Elzie S. Jr., of the Boston Tech School are at the home of their parents, Mr. and Mrs. Hoffman 1332 R Street, N.W., during the Christmas holidays. Harold Lewis of Amherst College is spending the Xmas holiday season with his parents Mr. and Mrs. H. Lewis, Jr., of Garfield Heights, D.C. Mr. and Mrs. A. L. General and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. B. B. Tauk, Mrs. Daisy Check and Mrs. C. J. Crowley, motoring from Ansonia, Conn., to South Carolina, stopped ove r at Graves' Sunday night where they spent a pleasant night. They will spend the holidays visiting friends and relatives in South Carolina. Drs. Eugene Clark and Rhodes, Orangeburg and Columbia, S.C., spent a few days in the city with friends en route to Cleveland, Ohio, where they are practicing medicine. Mrs. Lillie Shepard Boulware, of Fairmount, W. Va., en route to Durham, N.C., spent a few days in the city with Misses Isla Neil and York. Mrs. Boulware is sister to Dr. James Shepard, President of State College, North Carolina. GRAYES' CAFE Graves' Cafe, located on G Street, Northwest, has easily become Washington's leading cafe. In order to take care of the ever-increasing business, Mr. Graves is forced to work three shifts of cooks and waiters. Many diners are booking their dinner parties in advance at this cafe. Mr. Graves stays open 24 hours each day and serves hot bread 18 hours of this time. BARRY FARM NOTES The recent census taken by the Police Department shows a population of nearly 30,000 people residing in the southeast suburb, which includes Anacostia, Barry Farm, Congress Heights, Garfield, Blue Plains, Gresboro, Randall Highlands and Buena Vista. Eleven thousand are of the Colored Race. An expert as an enumerator is officer Frank Waters of the Eleventh Police Precinct who is always called by the Major of Police for this special detail. A very popular insurance collector is Rev. J. E. Scott of the Richmond Benefit Life Insurance Company. He is gradually increasing his number of policy holders. With nearly every home in holiday attire, citizens of Barry Farm are enjoying the Christmas holiday season. Practically all of the churches held special Christmas services and the various choirs chanted special Christmas music. Home dinners of turkey and mince-meat pie with cranberries seem to be in every home. At St. Elizabeth Asylum, Blue Plains, Training School, the District Alms House, many choice delicacies were spread over many tables. Mrs. Louise Craig Jones, a teacher in the New York public schools, is spending the holidays at the home of her mother, Mrs. L. C. G. Craig of Stanton Road. We wish the Tribune with its splendid staff a merry Christmas and a happy New Year. We promise to work beginning the New Year for an increased subscription list; 1000 weekly readers in Barry Farm as our goal. A Young Journalist D. DEMANDE YOUNG P. BERNARD YOUNG, Jr., P. Bernard Young, Jr., is the son of the publisher of the Norfolk (Virginia) Journal and Guide, and is a Freshman in the Ohio State University at Columbus, Ohio. He is on the editorial staff of "The Phoenix," the freshman publication, and is a contributing editor on the staff of a Negro paper published in Columbus. He is perhaps the most promising of our younger group of newspaper writers. For a long time while taking his preparatory course at Hampton, he did the sport writing on his father's paper, and is today, the most quoted young sporting columnist of the Race. He is making a deserved success, based upon environment, aptitude, a willingness to work and a remarkably unusual tendency to seek advice from more experienced men. BEAUTY CULTURE SCHOOL HOLDS GRADUATING EXERCISES Class of Nine Friends The graduating exercises of the Mme. W. R. Dudley Beauty Culture School, Mme. W. R. Dudley, president, was held on last Thursday evening, December 17th, 1925, 8 o'clock at 465 Florida Avenue, Northwest. The school parlors were crowded with friends and patrons as a marital air was seounded on the piano while the graduating class in beauty culture entered and were seated, all dressed in snotless white. The program was opened with remarks by Mme. W. R. Dudley, mistress of ceremonies. A piano solo was rendered by Mrs. Alice Anderson, of the Columbia Conservatory of Music; reading by Mrs. Lee Early, which was enjoyable; Mrs. Elizabeth Dickerson rendered a vocal selection, accompanying herself in good form; the address of the evening was delivered by Mr. Reinzi B. Lemus, president of the Brotherhood of Dining Car Employees, after which he awarded diplomas to the graduating class; Mme. W. R. Dudley closed the program with another vocal selection entitled "Kiss Me Again" by Victor Herbert. Members of the graduating class were as follows: Mrs. Mary L. King, Mrs. Sadie McDowell, Mrs. Gertrude Chisley, Mrs. Miss Rosa Lee Harrison, Mrs. Ada King, Mrs. Mattie Briggs, Mrs. Josephine Morris, Mrs. Callie A Wooten, and Mrs. Eugenia Brown. At the close of the program Mme. Dudley thanked the speaker and participants as well as friends and spoke a word of encouragement to the class. Refreshments were served and dancing occupied the balance of the evenings enjoyment with special music by Miss Clarice Tibbs. FINE BELLBOY BOOTLEGGER ONE CENT Memphis, Tenn., Dec. 23 (By The Associated Negro Press)—After Ed. Courtney, a bellhop, had told Judge Anderson in federal court here that he had only delivered a quart of liquor to a guest in the hotel after the latter had ordered him to go and get a certain package in the car, the judge cautioned him against carrying things he was ignorant of and fined him one cent. Big Cabaret at Lincoln Colonnade New Year's Eve. Night The Pan-Americans present their annual classic—A One Night Cabaret at Lincoln Colonnade. Two snappy Song and Dance Revues will be presented at 1 A.M. and repeated at 3 A.M. Local and professional entertainers will appear. The one night Cabaret is the Pan-American's greatest innovation and Washington's most novel institution. It provides the annual thrill. It celebrates the one big night. It has the stamp of public approval. It is the last word in entertainment—the one night cabaret. There will be A la carte service, cuisine par excellence, Chinese-American foods; drinks imported and domestic; polite service by experienced waitresses; continuous music, by Capital City Serenaders; and continuous dancing from 9 P.M. till 5 A.M. New Year's EVE night at Lincoln Colonnade.—ady. Falls ChurchNotes Mrs. Lena V. Dixon, Agent Shrevees Street The services at the Second Baptist church Sunday was very impressive and Rev. G. W. Powell was wide awake with his gospel message. The members turned out in full, our city members came out to enjoy the last communion in the old year. The collection for the day was $128.75. The Joint Memorial Exercises of John M. Langston Lodge No. 527, Jennie Dean Temple, 304, I. B. P. O. E. of W. of Halls Hill, at Halloway M. E. Church, December 12, at 8 o'clock, was beautiful. The Church was crowded. The program rendered was excellent. Eulogy was by Honorable Perry W. Howard, U. S. Attorney General, was full of laughter and earnestness. Rev, G. W. Powell and Rev, Harry Randolph were the dinner guests of Mrs. Lillian Marshall, Sunday week. The friends of Mr. Charlie Weaver extend much sympathy to him in his accident while hunting a few days ago. It is reported that he is very ill. Miss Gertrude Goins is still sick in bed. Friends, please remember and call to see her. Xmas Candies Specially priced at 50 cents and 55 cents a pound. None Better— BROOKS OLD LOG CABIN SWEETS 1938 9th Street, N.W. North 6711 Mecca Shine Silver Polish Guaranteed to put on a coat of pure silver each time it is used. 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Private Ambulance Phone, Franklin 3108 To understand the simplicity, efficiency, cleanliness, comfort and convenience of Nokol Automatic Oil Heating for Homes it is only necessary for you to see Nokol at work. The National Association of Wage Earners, Incorporated The National Association of Wage Earners, Incorporated Miss Nannie H. Burroughs, Pres. A Labor Organization With a Constructive Program. Headquarters located at 1115 Rhode Island Ave., N.W. Miss M. M. Kimball, Publicity Director SUPPORT THYSELF WORK N.A. OF W.E. The National Association of Wage Earners. extends greetings of the season to all the wage earners of America and cordially invites you to come with us and we will do you good. Stately, hoary-bearded Santa Claus, typically togged made his arrival this morning at headquarters to personally supervise the Christmas tree laden with stockings filled with silver dimes—special gift to the National Wage Earnern Association. He is waiting to receive your stocking. This will be a week of specials—special dinner parties, special tea parties, and every meal will be special. Our New Year dinner will be very special. No extra charge to our regular boarders for these specials. We have here an open house all the week. Miss Nannie Burroughs, president of the National Association of Wage Earners, scored a great victory for the N. A. A. C. P. in a mammoth mass meeting, Sunday p.m. at John Wesley Church. This is just one number on the daily program of her busy life. She can always be counted on to do "big things." She knows nothing else save big undertakings. Every wage earner should pay up her membership by January 15, 1926 and thus he eligible to the full benefits of our memorial benefit plan. Do not put it off. Every Negro woman who is a wage earner is eligible to membership in the National Association of Wage Earners. ALEXANBRIA, VA., NEWS Alexandria Agency. Mrs. Gertrude C. Hopkins 812 Madison St. Phone, Alexandria 293 Mrs. Lillian Gray and Mrs. Edward Green, and Mrs. L. H. Williams spent the week-end in Warrenton and Manassas, having motored there to visit friends. Mr. Douglass Carter met with a very painful accident on Thursday of last week while cranking his truck which resulted in a broken arm. Mrs. Lucy Dogan Lee a well-known resident of our city died at Freedmen's Hospital Thursday, December 18, after a long illness and was buried from Alfred Street Baptist Church, Sunday, December 20. She was an active member of many lodges and of all church activities, being matron of Sunshine Department of St. Luke's. A. W. Adkins. She leaves a husband The services were conducted by Rev. and son. Mr. Robert Johnson continues ill at his home. Mrs. Lillian Evans Jackson is spending the holidays with her mother, Mrs. Arthur Parker of 418 North Patrick Street. Miss Louise Thomas of South Columbus Street, who suffered a sprained ankle, is improving slowly at her home. There will be a special sermon on the Birth of Christ by Rev. F. F. King pastor of Roberts' Chapel, Sunday morning special Christmas music by the choir will be rendered. All are invited. A special Christmas program will be rendered by Meade's Chapel choir at 11 a.m. Sunday and service also at 5 p.m. Rev. McDonald conducting the services. Special Christmas services will be conducted at Shiloh Church by the Sunday School on December 30. The Sunday School of Alfred Street Baptist Church will render a cantata on December 29. The Choir of Alfred Street Baptist Church rendered their Christman music on December 20. Roberts' Chapel Sunday School will present a cantata at the Methodist Episcopal Church, Tuesday night, December 29. Epworth League will present a special program on Sunday at 4 p.m. News for next week must be in this office by Wednesday morning. Mr. Andrew A. Madden who has been the house-guest of his sister, Mrs. Mary M. Webster, left this city Tuesday morning en route to Palm Beach, Fla. IN MEMORIAM Sacred to the memory of my mother, Margaret Taylor, who died December 26, 1922. Mother, home is so lonely without thee. Her devoted daughter, MARCARET S. YOUNG American Negro Academy Changes Program The secretary of the American Negro Academy announces a change in the program. Professor Alain LeRoy Locke will read his paper on Monday night, the 28th. His subject will be, "American Literary Tradition and the Negro." Mr. Arthur Schomberg's paper, "Masonry Among Negroes," will be read on Tuesday night. The meetings will be held at the Cleveland Community Center. The public is invited. Church and Sunday School REV. H. T. MEDFORD MAKES PLEA FOR RACE PAPERS Dr. H. T. Medford made the following statement and plea for the Race publications in his announcements at the service of John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church of which he is pastor: "I desire to take advantage of the opportunity here, to say a word about our race newspapers in the city. I have always felt it my duty as pastor in a community to lend my influence to further, if possible, any and all legitimate and uplifting enterprises and especially those of my own race. "The Daily American; The Washington Sentiment; The Chicago Defender (on its Washington page), and The Washington Tribune; all give space weekly to our Church Notes without cost. The Washington Eagle, for a long time, also carried our notes, and later indicated through some of its representatives that they could not use them without some paid advertising. This request is not unreasonable. "It is but fair to say that all the white dailies of the city as a rule publish our announcements each week; but they are backed by heavy capital and need no special plea from me; we are grateful however, for their cooperation. "It is however upon our race papers we must depend to fight our battles in a very large measure and give the world the best that happens among us. It is to the members of the race that our papers must look in turn for nearly all their subscription support and the greater part of their advertising. We must not disappoint them. "Every home of the race in this city should see to it that a paper of the race enters its doors every week. Subscribe or buy them at news stands regularly. I should say that the Tribune has been recently improved and enlarged to a twelve page paper, the first Washington paper of the race to reach that size, and further enlargement and improvement is contemplated. A great day for the Tribune is ahead. They help us and we must help them. Our Church Clerk will be glad to receive the subscription from any and all, in the Church office any day in the week." LINCOLN CONGREGATIONAL TEMPLE NOTES At Lincoln Congregational Temple Sunday morning, Rev. R. W. Brooks will speak from the subject, "Life's Purpose." Why have we been placed in the world? What is the goal of our existence? Is there something definite in life that each should do? Or shall we drift through life failing to find the purpose for which we were created? Mrs. A. C. Brooks will sing at the morning service. The public is cordially invited. EVANGELIST TO SPEAK Dr. R. H. Walker, the converted gambler of New York City will preach at McKinley Memorial Baptist Church Fourth and L Streets, N.W., on Sunday, December 27. His subject will be "The Valley of Dry Bones" developed into a discussion on the marriage question, a somewhat new angle of the old title. A special musical program will be presented. SERMON AT MANASAS The Rev. F. R. Killingsworth, D.D., preached to the Faculty and Students of the Industrial Institute, Manassas, Va., Sunday morning, December 20, 1925. The sermon was well received and made a profound impression upon the auditors. The unsaved among the student body, constituting less than ten per cent thereof, indicated a desire to become Christians. Dr. Killingsworth formerly served this institution for a number of years in the capacity of vice-Principal and Director of Academic Department. A PRESENTATION The Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer membership, whose edifice is on Eighth Street, near Florida Avenue, presented Reverend D. Wiseman with a token of the church's esteem teem. A music program was provided for the occasion. The following committee was in charge of the affair: Robert Logan, master of ceremonies, C. C. Carter, John Swann, C. J. Wright, John Seaburn, J. R. Anderson, Att'y B. L. Gaskins, Mrs. Rosa Gaskins, Mrs. Clara Lockey, Mrs. Rosa Anderson, Mrs. Ruth R. Logan Mrs. Virginie Mrs. Lonise Bradley, Miss Mabel Fenn, Miss C. Monroe, Miss H. J. Petersen, Miss Louise Lashley, Mrs. Fannie Myers. The ladies and a number of members and friends of Nash M. E. Church of Washington, tendered Mrs. Bertha Hughes, wife of their pastor, Rev. V. N. S. Hughes a surprise party upon their birthday, December 15. Many beautiful presents and a purse were contained in contributions to the occasion: Lucy Crampton, president; Cordelia Carroll, secretary; V. N. S. Hughes, pastor. The Trustees Volunteer Club of Metropolitan A. M. E. Church, will receive Friday, January 1st 1926, from 5 to 10 p.m. at the residence of Mrs. Arthur Thomas, 1436 Q Street, N.W. THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1925 SCURLOCK PHOTO Standing: Mr. Harry L. Young, Mrs. Marie Curtis, Mrs. Julia Marshall, Mrs. Alice Anderson, Mr. Frank Tinner; Sitting: Mrs. Dorothy Williams, Mrs. Estelle J. Evans and Miss Estelle Smoot. The Columbia Conservatory of Music, 1911 9th Street, N.W., Wellington A. Adams, Director, announces the establishment of Neighborhood Branch Music Studios in charge of Advance students training for Teacherships along with their regular major course. Beginning January 2nd, 1926, these branches will accept pupils who, meantime, will be under the direct supervision of the main office and shall be awarded promotion to the main school upon recommendation of branch teacher. Addresses as follows: Branch No. 1—1778 Willard Street, N.W., Apt. 2, Julia Marshall, Teacher. Branch No. 2—2414 F Street, N.W., Marie Curtis, Teacher. Branch No. 3—625 Virginia Avenue, S.E., Alice Anderson, Teacher. Branch No. 4—1429 Duncan Street, N.E., Estelle Smoot, Teacher. Branch No. 5—Lakeland, Md., at residence of Gertrude Walls, E. J. Evans, Teacher. Branch No. 6-32 P Street, N.E., Harry L. Young, Teacher. Branch No. 7-627 Fairmount Street, N.W., (Ladies only), Dorothy Williams, Teacher. At the main school, Estelle J. Evans, Elementary Department; Frank Tinner, Mandolin Teacher. --- We take this opportunity to wish our friends and patrons A MERRY CHRISTMAS and a HAPPY NEW YEAR---hoping our business relations will remain cordial. --- SELECTION OF BEN DAVIS OPPOSED BY LILY-WHITES GEORGIA TRYING TO DISQUALIFY BEN DAVIS Benjamin Jefferson Davis, of Atlanta, Ga., who has been selected by the Georgia Republican State Central Committee to succeed the late Henry Lincoln Johnson as a member of the National Committee, is in the city for the purpose of conferring with party leaders. Opposition to his early recognition by the chairman of the National Committee is being developed by the "illy-white" wing of the Republican party in Georgia. A. Graves an Atlanta colored man, who has been bitterly opposed to Mr. Davis and the late Henry Lincoln Johnson in fraternal and political affairs, is being used as a part of the scheme. Mr. Graves was here last week to protest against the recognition of Mr. Davis Georgia "illy-whites" hope to prevent the recognition of Mr. Davis prior to the next meeting of the state committee. By that time the Griffith bill will be in force in Georgia. This bill makes it a crime for anyone to participate in any political meeting or conference in the State of Georgia, who is not a qualified voter in every respect. Under the practices of registration officers in Georgia, with the exception of a few counties in which there are large cities, colored persons are arbitrarily denied the right of registering and qualifying to vote. The Griffith bill further provide that all political meetings must be held in the county court house after a notice of 10 days, which must be published in the newspapers and posted on the court house door, and only persons who reside in a country are permitted to participate in a county convention. This section, it is said, was designed to intimidate those colored persons who are qualified voters. The bill is said to have been framed by "illy-white" Republicans and put through the Georgia legislature by the aid of the Ku Klux Klan. The purpose of the bill is said to be the elimination of the Negro as a domi- Columbia Conse Reading Left to Right— Standing: Mr. Harry L. Young, Mrs. Sitting: Mrs. Dorothy Williams, Mrs. The Columbia Conservatory of M. establishment of Neighborhood Bran along with their regular major cours meantime, will be under the direct sup school upon recommendation of bran Branch No. 1—177 Branch No. 2—241 Branch No. 3—625 Branch No. 4—142 nant factor in Georgia politics and it was openly stated at the time the bill was under consideration that it would put an end to the late Henry Lincoln Johnson, who was then the Republican National Committeeman for Georgia. If the "illy-whitees" can prevent the recognition of Mr. Davis by the chairman of the Republican National Committee, they plan to pack the county conventions with white people and elect a majority of the delegates to the next state convention, and the state convention would elect a new state committee controlled by white people, and this state committee would rescind the action of the committee which selected Mr. Davis to succeed Mr. Johnson as the Republican National Committeeman for Georgia. A state convention is due to be held in 1926. PROGRAM OF THE EIGHTH ANNUAL BOULE The program for the convention from December 28th to December 31st, inclusive, of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority has been outlined as follows: On December 28th following the morning and afternoon sessions of the Directorate, will be a public inspirational meeting at 8 p.m. in the Rankin Memorial Chapel to which the public is invited. President Durkee is to speak. A musical program is planned. Immediately after, the Xi Omega and Alpha chapters will receive the visiting delegates at the Sorority House. December 29th will include in its program a sight-seeing tour of Washington in the afternoon and a formal presentation in the evening. The tour will take in many of the Public Buildings, Frederick Douglass' home in Anacostia and Arlington Cemetery where wreathes will be placed upon the graves of the Unknown Soldiers and Colonel Young. The presentation) will be made to Dr. Anna J. Cooper of the Parchment from the University of the Sorbonne. Following this there will be a reception to the delegates, members of the sorority and the public. On the night of December 30th will be held in the new dining hall, the formal dance for the organization and its friends. The final affair on the evening of December 31st will be a banquet in the University Dining Hall at which time the hostesses will entertain the visiting sorors and delegates, only. Luncheon is to be served each day in the dining hall at which time there will be conducted by various members of the group, round table discussions to be both educational and social in nature. Merry Christmas to All Reservatory Neighborhood Ms. Marie Curtis, Mrs. Julia Marshall, Mrs. All Ms. Estelle J. Evans and Miss Estelle Smoot. Music, 1911 9th Street, N.W., Wellington A. Branch Music Studios in charge of Advance stu- sare. Beginning January 2nd, 1926, these be- supervision of the main office and shall be a branch teacher. Addresses as follows: Piano 778 Willard Street, N.W., Apt. 2, Julia Mar- 1414 F Street, N.W., Marie Curtis, Teacher. 725 Virginia Avenue, S.E., Alice Anderson, T. 429 Duncan Street, N.E., Estelle Smoot, Teach- akeland, Md., at residence of Gertrude Walls Violin 2 P Street, N.E., Harry L. Young, Teacher. Mandolin 27 Fairmount Street, N.W., (Ladies only), D. Evans, Elementary Department; Frank Tinner —Your Patronage Solicited— D'S CORNER Christmas to All Neighborhood Music Branch Julia Marshall, Mrs. Alice Anderson, Mr. Frank and Miss Estelle Smoot. N.W., Wellington A. Adams, Director, announces charge of Advance students training for Teach- ery 2nd, 1926, these branches will accept pu- ffice and shall be awarded promotion to uses as follows: W., Apt. 2, Julia Marshall, Teacher. Marie Curtis, Teacher. E.E., Alice Anderson, Teacher. E., Estelle Smoot, Teacher. Face of Gertrude Walls, E. J. Evans, Teacher. A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z. RNER Men's We 11th and U Sts., N. W. is opportunity to wish o RRY CHRISTMAS o ---hoping our business city to wish our friends a HISTMAS and a HAPE our business relations G. B. REID, Proprietor Judge Terrell had been one of which his family and friends are justly proud. Municipal Court Recesses The Municipal Court recessed Tuesday out of respect for Judge Terrell. The following expressions show the esteem in which Judge Terrell was generally held: James A. Cobb, vice-dean, Howard University School of Law: "It was my privilege to have known Judge Terrell ever since I was a student in Howard University dating back to 1897. He was not only a good friend of mine but a personal counsellor. During his lifetime he held many positions of moment, conspicuous among which was a professorship in the Howard University law school. He added lustre and honor to every position he held. Howard University has lost an excellent instructor and the bench a learned and wise judge. The Race has been lifted a little higher and the outlook for it made a little brighter by virtue of the fact that it had a Judge Terrell and gave him to the public at large, and the Nation is better for his having lived. With all those who knew him I mourn with his family." Perry W. Howard, special assistant to the Attorney General: "The late Judge Robert H. Terrell, by his dignity, his learning and judicial poise, proved that color is no bar to the impartial administration of justice. He paved the way for others of his race to follow in his wake. His death is a distinct loss to the Nation." W. L. Houston, Attorney, 615 F Street, Northwest: "Judge Terrell was pre-eminently the leader of our group at the American bar. He was a well grounded lawyer and an able, upright, and fearless judge. He was given the recognition accorded to no other lawyer of our race in this country by a Presidential appointment to the bench. When first commissioned by President Roosevelt, his service was experimental, still because of his knowledge of the law and fearlessness in declaring it he received four reappointments from three Presidents of differing political faiths. No one deserved more than he to be termed 'An upright judge, a learned judge' and, as such, litigants, bar and bench mourn his passing." and Music Branches Alice Anderson, Mr. Frank Tinner; Spot. A. Adams, Director, announces the students training for Teacherships the branches will accept pupils who, be awarded promotion to the main Marshall, Teacher. er. n, Teacher. Teacher. alls, E. J. Evans, Teacher. er. Dorothy Williams, Teacher. inner, Mandolin Teacher. Men's Wear our friends and and a HAPPY relations will New Player Offer Free Rolls Bench $275 Easy Terms $10 Down Delivers Buys This Complete Brand New Player Outfit FREE MUSIC ROLLS BENCH OPEN NIGHTS Lyric Piano Co. 1738 14th St. N. W. MAIL COUPON Lyric Piano Co., 1738 14th St. Gentlemen—Please send me catalog and information regarding terms on your Player Piano offer, without obligation. Name Address City DR. 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The atmosphere of his court room radiated the kindness and sunshine of his character, and lawyers and litigants alike accorded him a spontaneous and unreserved homage. He lived and died respected universally as a gentleman, a lawyer, a judge, a teacher and a friend. This is the inspiration of his professional career." PAGE THREE CHICAGO WAITERS ORGANIZE The waiters of Chicago are organized into Local Union Number 444 with 103 members; and the organization maintains a headquarters on Indiana Avenue, near 35th Street. Dr. Giles, president of the Colored Musicians Union is responsible for the establishing of the organization with a charter from the state of Illinois, and a charter from the American Federation of Labor. They have a nicely appointed club house to which all Dining room employees are welcome. PAGE FOUR The Washington Tribune The Washington Tribune Published Weekly at Washington, D.C., by THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE PUBLISHING COMPANY, Incorporated 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 JAS. A. JACKSON .....Executive Editor L. L. PARKER .....Contributing Editor Subscription Rate: One Year, $2.50; Six Months, $1.25. Delivered by carrier, 20c a month. For Sale at All Newstands, 5c per copy. Advertising Rates Furnished on Request. The recent announcement that the Firestone Rubber Company has leased or purchased a plot of land in Liberia and intends to start a large rubber plantation there, has served to set a goodly number of tongues to wagging and pens to scratching. Among the more notable articles is one by Dr. W. E. B. DuBois in the New Republic, which article has already been adverted to in these columns. This article went to considerable length in setting out the various external troubles which Liberia has had in the hundred years of her existence. These were chiefly boundary disputes or at any rate troubles which resulted in the loss of territory over which she claimed sovereignty. Serious difficulties also have arisen by reason of loss of markets for certain natural products due to changed industrial conditions in the outside world. Further and worst of all, so Dr. DuBois seems to think, Liberia has been unfortunate in her various loan deals—always, of course, borrowing from outside parties. In fact, the greater part of the time and energy of her statesmen seems to have been devoted, and is yet devoted, to negotiating new loans or to liquidating the consequences of old ones. In the article referred to, the Doctor also took occasion to lambast not only Liberia's exploiters but even more severely those who might point out her shortcomings or who might criticise her policies. Indeed his article was chiefly what would be designated in slang as an "alibi" for the situation as it exists at this time in this African Republic. There is no question but that Liberia has lived up to the motto of her founders who proclaimed that "The Love of Liberty brought us here," although it seems that the first settlers from America "squatted" on the coast in the face of opposition by the people who lived thereabout. Moreover, one of her major problems has been to "pacify" the various tribes who inhabit her vast hinterland. Liberia has also been commendably diligent in attempting to foster education—albeit, largely of the belles lettres class, strongly seasoned with Christian "fundamentalism." Religion has of course not been neglected; indeed, the concensus of opinion of observers is that it has been overdone, at least in the puritanical sense. The same may be said of fraternalism, notably of a certain secret order. But after all has been said that may be said by way of extenuation, it remains that Liberia has been a disappointment if not a positive failure. The fact that the country has great (undeveloped) resources, does not put the past, nor the present, in any better light, though it may give hope for the future. Now, one cause, if not the chief cause, of Liberia's backwardness is not far to seek. The people who went there in the beginning, as well as the most of those who have gone since, to live, were largely of the character of what in the South are called "quality" rather than workers. It sounds a little strange to speak of ex-slaves or the descendents of ex-slaves as "quality," but they regarded themselves as, or sought to be, just that, in so far as racial conditions permitted. And the situation has not greatly changed. The writer recalls reading a few years ago an article by a woman (white) who called on the president of Liberia and was much impressed by his culture, and literary accomplishments. She was of the literati herself and they conversed pleasingly of Conrad and Ibsen and Kant and Fichte and other literary and metaphysical highbrows. Which was all very well, but—On the other hand we read an account of an American reporter who wanted to interview the president of Switzerland—one of the smaller nations like Liberia. Failing to find the president in the executive offices—in fact, we believe, failing to find any executive offices—he finally knocked at the front door of the president's home. The knock was answered by his wife, wearing a gingham shirt, who told him that he could find her husband at his shop—where he worked as a joiner, we think it was. Yet Switzerland is a much older nation and immeasurably further developed, which would seem to be excuse for, if not cause for, an easy life devoted to the cultivation of the higher amenities. Sir Harry Johnston, in his book "Liberia," pages (Vol. I, p. 275): "Down to 1880 a somewhat foolish spirit of distinction had been kept up between the 'civilized' Christian Negro immigrants from America and the 'natives.' A marriage or an illicit union between an Americo-Liberian man and a native woman (though some of the native women, especially those of the Mandingo race, are distinctly comely) was looked upon as a shameful occurrence, at any rate as an episode to be kept in the shade as much as possible. That these unions did take place in spite of caste prejudice was perhaps fortunate, since they decidedly infused new vigour into the next generation." He says that about this period (1880) a new spirit—"a more African turn"—was making it- LIBERIA AGAIN self felt. And it seems that down to the present the spirit of which he speaks has happily increased. But the depressing effects of sixty years of the caste spirit could not be overcome in one generation; for, speaking of the conditions as they existed at the date of his book (1906), he says (p. 354): “No self-respecting Liberian would be seen abroad on Sunday or pay a call or take part in any social function, even under a broiling sun in a Turkish-bath atmosphere, except in an immaculate black silk topper and a long black frock coat.” My People and Other Folks By J. A. JACKSON “On earth peace, Good will to men” is the spirit that now pervades the world; and, it is well that it is so. Let us trust, however, that it will not terminate too soon. Let it last until after the bills have been paid that were contracted in re- According to Sir Harry (and the numerous pictures in his book bear him out) the Liberian—that is, the American-Negro element who rule and control the 600,000 "natives"—are dominated by what he calls "the religion of the tall hat and frock coat." In short, one gets the impression that the citizens are—or strive to be—what they regard as "gentry." And this condition is more or less indicated, and this impression confirmed, by every book or magazine article concerning the country which one reads—including a very late and quite fair book by R. C. F. Maugham (British) published in 1920, and indeed by the article of Dr. DuBois himself. As indicative of the spirit which dominates these people, reflect on the fact that in 1879 President Gardiner (who had himself been made a "knight" in some Spanish order) instituted a "Liberian order of Chivalry," which was named the "Order of African Redemption." And if we mistake not, several American Negroes have lately been invested with the robes and ribbons of this order. Try to imagine the president of the Republic of Switzerland or any other modern republic engaging in mummery of that sort. The net results of these policies has been the propagation of an abnormally numerous "cultured" class. There is a plethora of professors, politicians, statesmen, lawyers, missionaries and other non-producers. Now a moment's reflection is sufficient to convince one that no nation can be built out of gentry, nor indeed by gentry; unless these personages can induce or compel some lower class to do the essential work—as the Negro slaves, the forbears of these Liberian gentry, did for the Cavalier element in the South. But the ruling class in Liberia have not been able to induce the natives to do the hard work necessary to the development of a new country; and, be it said to their credit, their principles will not permit any forced exploitation. Hence Liberia is pitifully—though not hopelessly—backward. Her most urgent need is not "working capital" but working men. THE BECKETT HOLD-UP: ITS LESSON Andrew Beckett, the store messenger who saved his employer's pay roll from three would-be robbers last Saturday morning, has been technically held in connection with the death of one of the thugs who died as a result of bullets being fired during the altercation. Sympathy is seldom wanting, and there is a well founded sympathy for those three who set out deliberately to rob. Society must sympathize with them as being victims of existing conditions. Yet it can not condone crime by letting them go unpunished. A great blow will have been dealt crime, a great service rendered society, should justice be given while public attention is focused on the subject. Society, itself should awaken to the realization that such crimes do not just happen; they come as a result of existing conditions. War, the greatest of all crimes, is maintained as a lawful institution. From the earliest moment, young minds are filled with thoughts of death by violence, with great stress laid upon the uses of the subtle devices which inventive geniuses produce for the increase of murder. Pistols; small guns, and soldiers are given children; mock battles and killings are taught them and staged for them as part of sports; all of which leaves an imprint upon their impressionable minds. Military training—the very purpose of which is murder—in high school and college, serves to make the impressions of their childhood almost indelible. Little wonder then that, when our children grew up, suffering the humiliations of discrimination, the hardships of jim-crowism and segregation, and craving economic and financial independence, they become criminals of every shade and grade of deprivacy. We can not shirk the responsibility for the influences for good or bad which are brought to bear on the great majority of our children who will be adult citizens of tomorrow. Awake! FOOTBALL vs. EDUCATION Such a lamentable amount of space has been used in discussing the Gibraltaic (?) question of "Why didn't Howard defeat Lincoln Thanksgiving Day?" that the attention of even the writer of this column,—one who is not particularly interested in "sports" of any kind—has been frequently attracted thereby. If equally as much criticism, comment, energy, and valuable newspaper-space were used in discussing the future possibilities of Howard students, the adjusting of curricula, the assisting of worthy students, and a thousand kindred problems, the benefit accruing to the student-body of this institution would be far more permanent and valuable. The President sends for Andrew Beckett, (colored) messenger, who protected his (white) employer's $6,000 from Negro bandits, to offer him effusive congratulationss, at least; but we have seen no account of his having sent assistance or even congratulations to Dr. Ossian Sweet for protecting his home from destruction and his family from violence at the hands of a menacing white mob. By the way, how much has President Coolidge subscribed to any of the various Defense Funds now being sponsored? My People and Other Folks BY J. A. JACKSON My People and Other Folks BY J. A. JACKSON "On earth peace, Good will to men" is the spirit that now pervades the world; and, it is well that it is so. Let us trust, however, that it will not terminate too soon. Let it last until after the bills have been paid that were contracted in response to the bidding of the age-old spirit of kindliness. This hope is based upon a recognition of the fact that we often have a sense of remorse on account of what spent or obligated ourselves to pay for while under its spell. The peace of many households has been wrecked on this aftermath of Christmas. The women are actively engaged in collecting a Defense Fund; and they are getting results in hard dollars and cents. The processes they have invoked prompt the demand for the immediate application of at least a part of the fund to creating some form of protection for the poor men who have had to dig in response to their subtle-to-brutal appeals. Poor man is badly in need of some defense against such an onslaught at a time when his purse is being attacked from the interior of his own menage. Every married man knows that one woman's wish cannot be overridden, so what chance have the poor fellows when an organized attack is made upon them. Postmaster General New played hob with the Christmas deliveries when he ordered the discontinuance of mail matter on Christmas day. In many instances, deliveries were completed and the stuff on hand cleaned up. However, there were some presents that have not been delivered. The appointment of Kelly Miller to the presidency of Howard University was not delivered. Durkee did not receive a gold medal with diamond settings from the Alumni. The arrival of a Shubert Franchise has not yet been reported at the Howard Theatre. A. Phillip Randolph has not found an appointment as Porter in charge of the Pullman service in his stocking. The Negroes of Washington may have sent a loving cup to the ex-Supt. of P. B. & G. Sherrill, but its delivery is evidently delayed. Darrow has not received a life-time pension from the K. K. K., nor have Neval Thomas and J. A. Cobb exchanged packages. A big fact has focussed itself upon our minds as we have read the many Race papers that come to the desk each week. We have been too hard upon our veterans. Those old fellows who have battled in the interests of the Race, and who have become aged and a bit decrepit, perhaps before their time, are too often made the butt of slighting and flippant copy. The younger group of writers, very likely, mean no harm, but the old fellows who have sacrificed to bring us along to where we are today are entitled to more kindly treatment for the good they have done. Of course, these leaders are not so interesting as they once were, and of course they live in the past just as we who are functioning today, at some later date are going to live in retrospect in the era of our greatest consequence, or that was of greatest consequence to us. The refrain of an old song comes to mind that contains some excellent advice on this score. Don't tease the old man, boys, Because he is old and gray, But give to him a kindly word To cheer him on his way. Remember that your mother taught you, Just the same as mine, Always to respect old age, We all grow old in time. Now that New Year approaches, the subject of new resolutions must be given consideration. Not that we expect to live always as has been resolved, but that we are a bit better for having tried. The Tribune and its columnist have resolved to continue serving our people as best we can. Better than heretofore if we learn of any possibility of improving either editorial, advertising or community service. That's as comprehensive as we can make it. As part of the several institutions that are supposed to help uplift, we urge that the officers of these different organizations resolve to live closer to the people from whom they gain sustenance ALL THE TIME, not merely when an emergency arises that demands financing. It would make the collections easier to obtain by virtue of there being no obstacles that must be surmounted by the collectors. Students will remember that the French revolution was caused by the royal court becoming estranged from the tax ridden public. The feeling that we are too great to be criticised by our subjects is the forerunner of a downfall, whether it be of a dynasty, a form of government or just a society for this, that or the other. If one would retain loyalty, it would be well to have contact with one's subject, at times other than when taxes are being levied. May we all exhibit more of the sweet charity in the name of which we collect so many times during the year. We are informed that the National government expended directly, over fifty millions of dollars the past year attempting to enforce the eighteenth amendment. (This does not include the much larger amount expended by the various states and municipalities.) How much was spent to enforce the fourteenth and fifteenth amendments A Woman's Point of View By NANNIE H. BURROUGHS OUR SEVEN TASKS FOR 1926 1. To start with—let me give you the dope that will get you through 1926 triumphantly. FIRST, Stop saying your prayers and go to praying. SECONDLY, Get back to the good old "Early to bed and early to rise." THIRDLY, Work like the devil and advertise; that's the dope. If you do these things, there will come to you a veritable treasure-ship of happiness, full laden with a cargo of life's most precious things; Friendship, Health, Success and Contentment. Try it. 2. As we enter a New Year, let us set for ourselves some definite tasks, that are big and unselfish and allow nothing to keep us from accomplishing them. Small odd jobs are for trifling people. Pick out a worthwhile cause—a piece of work that is hard and unpopular. Get God on your side. Take a mental bath; wash your mind of fear and your soul of doubt. Tackle the task. Do not allow anything that is said or done, keep you from believing that you were born to do that thing—or report to God the reason why. Do not spend any time thinking or talking about what your enemies are saying or doing. They are not worth it. This one thing you do know: you know they do not want you to succeed; they do not want you to be happy. All the information you need about your enemies is to find out what they do not want you to do—and then do it. Have you ever tried using all of your powers on one great cause? Try it and make this year glorious. 3. You have read the Fourteen Opportunities in the Evening Star? Did you see how slowly the colored ones were taken? Ah, my friend, we Negroes are not thinking straight and we are not doing our duty by our poor and needy. We are always talking about what white people do to us. Suppose we begin the New Year by talking about some of the things that they do for us. Without saying a word about it, we should take every Colored Opportunity in the Star. Think of this great Negro population—a third of the population of this city! Think of the number that earn salaries, not wages—the number that are on the government payroll! Think of our boast of intelligence—the most intelligent and cultured group in one city in all the world! Think of how we go in for fine houses and fur coats—and fun! Think of how we strut and brag and then like the peacock look down at our feet and see our own, poor people neglected and do very little to improve their condition. We buy luxuries and expect white people to furnish our necessities. Those three of four Opportunities should be grabbed up by us in twenty-four hours. Aside from the fact that it is our duty to take them (and, give to the white ones besides)—because the Negroes of Washington are able to do it, and because the taking of them would have a tremendous moral effect on the white group here—it would encourage our friends and weaken our enemies. It will hearten the Negro masses, stimulate race respect, convince the less favored that the more highly favored in their own race are interested in them and want them to have a better chance. And that's what we need to do "right through here." 4. We wish that one of our many clubs, that have for their sacred and exalted mission "Mutual Admiration"—would take an Opportunity and begin to think of somebody else—outside and lower down. That sort of thinking would be good for their souls. Too many useful, beautiful women are going to seed, because they have lived for self and not for service. Women, get out of your "set" into Humanity's service. "Setting" isn't SHOW BUSINESS AND BIG BUS NESS OF RACE COMBINED IN EDITORIAL IN THE LOUIS- VILLE LEADER "The great musical comedy show billed 'Shufflin' Sam from Alabam', directed by S. H. Dudley, Jr., son of the famous show man, featuring the Nay brothers, three of them, Henry, Hurl and Lawrence, ably assisted by others in one of the biggest and best choruses, bands and orchestras before the American public, closing a week's engagement at the Lyric tomorrow night is perhaps the last act of Mr. W. H. Wright's 'Giving the Colored People of Louisville the Best', a program started by him ten years ago. "We do not know when we have seen so much talent, such beautiful costumes and high-grade entertainment, the kind that forces a much needed laugh; clean, wholesome, void of the usual smut. Two hours and fifty minutes of it. And the only regret is, we only have today and tomorrow to get for 75 cents what used to cost $1.50 at Macauley's and now that amount at Brown's, in such seats on the main floor as we get at the Lyric, which is without question the finest show house for colored people in the South. "Ten years ago Mr. Wright conceived the idea of the first and one of the best insurance companies for Negroes and we get the Mammoth; four years, ago a bank, and the American Mutual came; last year a modern six-story apartment and office building with a first-class show house for people who care, and within a few months we had the $300,000 New Mammoth Building and the beautiful Lyric. "In completing the Lyric, Mr. Wright said he would give us the best in pictures and shows to be seen without going up a rear, dirty alley to the good for you. Service is. Human beings ought not to "Set." Thousands of women are tired—doing nothing—and they do not know what is the matter with them. Their lives are inadequately occupied. They are not using their powers. The soul is rebelling—it is begging for the kind of food on which souls live. Think of well educated, refined, signally blessed women doing absolutely nothing but gossiping, gadding, carding, dancing and climbing! Poor things, they look bored. 5. Negroes spend entirely too much time talking about "what we ain't or what we ain't not," instead of spending that time glorifying "what we is and what we is got." That which it takes to win in this civilization we have. All we need to do is to realize, organize it and capitalize it. Begin the New Year by taking stock of our moral and spiritual possessions, and then put all of our physical power behind them and they will produce. The time that we spend talking about what white people do to us, ought to be used in doing something for ourselves. 6. You have met the Negro who is always bragging about being "the Only Negro" in it, "the Only Negro" invited, "the Only Negro" who lives in the community, "the Only Negro" who ever attended that college, "the Only XYZ in the World." Rare bird! He must be that sheep or goat for which young Teddy Roosevelt is hunting. This "Only Negro" of ours who spends his time looking in the mirror admiring himself isn't of a gracious bit of service to us unless we can get him to use a part of that mirror-time helping other Negroes to qualify, so that they can enjoy like privileges, and he ought to use the other part of his mirror-time in so efficiently so cleanly or working so efficiently that those who keep the door through which he entered will be so impressed with him that they will open the door willingly or widely when other Negroes seek admission. That's his job. "The Only Negro" has something to do besides bragging and admiring himself, and it is high time that he were getting at it. 7. We are fighting segregation because it violates that fundamental law which promises the "right to liberty and the pursuit of happiness." But we must do more than fight for the right to live where we choose. We must work to live up to high standards. "Negroes run communities down." That's the charge against us. Are we guilty? All of us are not, but it is high time that we were setting ourselves to the definite task of running more communities up, instead of running so many of them down. As much as it hurts—let us face the facts. In these great cities Washington included, we have moved into beautiful streets. Think of former Pierce Place. Wasn't it beautiful when we began moving in? Did we keep it up or run it up higher? See it today and think what it was before we moved in. What are we doing with beautiful LeDroit Park? Thirteenth Street is getting spotty. U Street has its ups and downs. Florida Avenue will be saved if real business comes to the rescue. Our dear suburbs look like something that happened. Negro suburbs are cross-road puzzles. We haven't a single model community in the United States. We have thousands of model homes in Negro communities; but we have not gone into streets or sections and built up or kept up the physical appearances of the houses, backyards and front lawns. It is high time that we were beginning to make a name for ourselves, in that particular. It will make the fight against segregation easier and will finally remove every excuse for it. We must prove that Negroes can run communities up in appearance. Talking "rights" will not do it, but living up to standards will do it. top floor of a "jim-crow" house, and all along he has kept his promise, but he reaches his climax this week in giving us 'Shufflin' Sam from Alabama.' The above appeared in the editorial columns of the Louisville Leader. It is a great boost for the show; but the still greater value in the article, is the very clear explanation it makes of the close relation that does and must exist between our different interests. Show business is part of the life and development of our economic and cultural situation. The facts of life prove this daily, despite the fool notions of the narrow-minded to the effect that show business is something aside from our other interests. SECRETARY SENT TO LIBERIA The nomination of Clifton R. Wharton, of Massachusetts, to be a secretary in the diplomatic service, was confirmed by the Senate last Thursday. Mr. Wharton is in Monrovia, Liberia, where he has been serving as secretary of the American legation under a recess appointment since last March. His appointment caused a stir when it was learned that it was made in order to prevent a colored person from attending the Foreign Service School of the State Department. Embryonic diplomats are required to have a year's training before appointment to the foreign service. Mr. Wharton was one of the twenty persons who qualified in an examination of one hundred candidates last January. Before the school opened he was sent to Liberia. Judge Robert H. Terrell AN APPRECIATION By Attorney Benjamin L. Gaskins, of the Washington, D.C., Bar Robert Heberton Terrell was a man of parts. Suddenly called from a government clerkship to take charge of the de- partment of physics left vacant by the resignation of Hugh Brown from the faculty of old M Street High School, he was able to fill with credit a position that had been made notable by the presence of the greatest of all colored physicists. After a few months there, he was made principal of that school, and there too he followed in the steps of a great educator, W. S. Montgomery. The first class to graduate under him included a remarkably large proportion of men and women who have made for themselves marks in life: Ferdinand Q. Morton, the national leader of colored democracy and Civil Service Commissioner for the City of New York; Mary L. Europe, the noted pianist; Dr. Allen Levy of Pittsburgh; Major Milton Dean; Benjamin Hallstorks, the pharmacist; Robert Hartgrove, lawyer and political leader of Jersey City, N.J.; and a score of others including our own Dr. "Bill" Howard and Summer Holmes of Arlington. I am, I think, to be pardoned for my pride in having received my diploma along with such men and from such a man. Nor were the later classes that graduated during his principalship devoid of figures that have since become well known in the world of affairs. From the position of principal of the high school, he was called as suddenly and unexpectedly as he was called to it. When he was first told that he had been chosen as one of the ten salaried justices of the peace who were to take the places of the old feed squires he demurred on the ground that he did not know enough law, although he had graduated from the Howard University Law School with the same high honors that he has previously achieved at the great Harvard University. And he never had any more pride in his opinion than that down to his dying day. One reason why he was so competent a judge was because he did not pretend to a knowledge that he did not possess. Rather he held too lightly his own sound opinions and real grasp of the true principles of jurisprudence. Therefore he was always willing to listen and ready to learn. He occupied a bench, it is true, that is called "inferior" in the gradation of courts administering justice under our system of laws. But if we may be pardoned a play upon words at this time, he was a superior judge in an inferior court. All the attributes of a really great judge he possessed. He was sufficiently learned in the law to resolve every legal problem presented to him. While records of reversals are by no means the only criteria of a judge's ability, it is worthy of mention that only twice in his twenty years tenure of office was a decision of his overturned by a higher court. He was an experienced man of the world in the true sense of that term, and he was full of human understanding, geniality and sympathy. He was possessed of that greatest of all assets for judge, lawyer, or layman—common sense. Lawyers delighted to try their cases before him because they knew; that he would appreciate the legal principles involved in the controversy; that he could weigh the evidence in the case with his broad practical common sense "unspoiled by the study of the law"; that he would listen carefully and attentively to all they had to say; that he would not decide the case until the last word had been said on both sides; that he was always as nearly neutral in word and thought as it is given to human beings to be in any controversy; that to point out to him an error in any judgment or ruling to be gain an immediate and ungrudging reversal, and finally, that above all, his courtesy, calmness and lack of austerity would render the trial a pleasing memory. Be it said to the credit of our white brothers at the bar, no question of color ever entered any lawyer's head, one way or the other, when he saw his cases docketed before Judge Terrell. He knew his case would be fairly tried and no lawyer wants any more than that. I have not over-stated the case in favor of my friend. It would be out of perspective to place him among those of our color "whose distant footsteps echo down the corridors of time." But he was a mighty useful citizen. At the capital of the nation, with the full light of publicity upon him, he satisfied his fellow citizens, regardless of color, that a Negro can perform the highest function of our government—the dispensation of justice between citizen and citizen according to the forms of law. And doubtless that was worth more than all the speeches, tracts, essays, indignation meetings and other forms of propaganda since slavery. In my opinion no man has performed a greater service for our people. THANKS, MR. DUDLEY Washington, D.C., 21 December, 1925. Mr. J. A. Jackson, 920 U Street, Local Dear Jack: After reading your Christmas issue of the Tribune, I must congratulate you for furnishing the theatrical profession with the best Christmas publication published in years. It looks like the Colored Actors are waking up to the fact that it pays to advertise. I trust you will continue the good work. A very interesting and attractive event was the meeting of the Ladies of the Jolly Sixteen Club last Monday evening at the home of Mrs. E. Irving 1621 O Street Northwest, at the December meeting. It has been a custom of Mrs Irving to entertain the club Quite a number esting and attractive event was the meeting of the Ladies of the Jolly Sixteen Club last Monday evening at the home of Mrs. E. Irving 1621 O Street Northwest, at the December meeting. It has been a custom of Mrs Irving to entertain the club. Quite a number of the members attended. A splendid array of beautiful and useful gifts were presented. A delicious collation was served. Surprising is the announcement of Mrs. Eliza Holton as the newly-elected president of St. Monica's Auxiliary No. 140 of the Knights of St. John. The retiring president, Mrs. A. E. De Vaul's administration was a grand success. The auxiliary is fortunate in securing Mrs. Holton who is a very capable and progressive woman. Mrs. DeVaul, was responsible for the wonderful success of 140. Mrs. Charles County Improvement Club, No. 1, met on Tuesday night at the residence of Mrs. A. J. Webster, the president, at 2305 M Street, Northwest. A wonderful report was read from the convention held in this city of the Federation of Colored Catholics of America. The report was well received. Mrs. Gabrielle Polham, chairman of a citizen committee, presented the Sanctuary Choir at the Lincoln Theatre recently at 3 p.m. for the benefit of the Cardinal Gibbons Institute at Ridge, Md., under the direction of Prof. Harry T. Hall, accompanist. Mr. Walton Boyce. Prof. Hall also presented this same program at the Memorial Services held by the Morning Star Lodge, No. 40, at the Dumbar High School. They also sang at St. Francis Xaviers Church in Baltimore to an audience that taxed the capacity of that church. The Servimus Club in their recital at their parish hall on Sunday evening, December 13th, with the Bluebird Orchestra, presented Miss Lillian Burke in "Ave Maria" (Gounod); Mr. Thomas Heathman, the noted dramatic reader of the city, and the Council Review editorial staff in a quartette entitled, "One Sweetly Silent Thought." Father Tobin, the pastor of the church, spoke of how elevating the recital was. Mr. Anthony Smothers was heard in two wonderful saxophone selections entitled "Valse Erica," and "Souvenir." Applications are pouring in for the big dramatic and choral club to be organized by the Council Review, the official organ of the Federation of Colored Catholics of America. Mr. Heathman, the director and the executive staff of the Review is expecting to call the applicants to report for business by the first of the year. Applications on file will be given first consideration. Do not delay in mailing in your application at once. Address Council Review, 808 C Street, Southeast. The only Catholic entertainment for Christmas was scheduled as the Grand Christmas Matinee and Reception of the Council Review to be held at the Murray Palace Casino on Christmas day and night, from 3 to 8 and 9 to 2. The special attraction will be the matinee dance when the younger set will dance to the melodies of the White Brothers Orchestra. Madame Malone Presides at Agents Election Chicago, Ill., Dec. 24—The Chicago Poro Club held its regular meeting and election of officers Wednesday night of last week at Olivet Baptist Church. There were one thousand members present and State Senator Adelbert H. Roberts, one of the members of the upper house of the Illinois Legislature who opposed the bill recently passed, requiring all hair and beauty culturers to register and pay a fee of $10.00 annually, was a speaker. Although the bill had passed, the Senator stated that no appropriation had been made to enforce the bill and that it was advisable for all Poro agents to continue their work. Mrs. Annie M. Malone, St. Louis, Mo., founder of Poro College, spoke to the agents. She stated the state of Missouri is where a similar law had passed, but up to now, all are working and that the Commissioners of her state had visited Poro College and were highly satisfied with the high-class work of the founder, demonstrators and instructions given those awarded diplomas. Mrs. Malone prophesized a bright future for those who are giving intelligent and painstaking service as hair and beauty culturers. The Poro Choral Club under the direction of Pref. J. A. Mundy rendered musical selections. Mrs. Malone presided at the election of officers. Mrs. Malone was guest of honor at the Century Whist Club given by Mrs. Cary B. Lewis at the Appomattox Club on Wednesday of last week, entertained at dinner by Senator and Mrs. Adelbert H. Roberts and was a box holder with friends at the Roland Hayes recital at Orchestra Hall. She was accompanied to Chicago by her brother Mr. John L. Turnbo and family, of Philadelphia, who has been vis- Seeks to Declare Two Engine Company No.4 School Teachers' Makes Enviable Jobs Vacant Record The Joy of a Satisfied Customer The souvenir programs which you printed on the occasion of the Forty-third Anniversary of Dr. Walter H. Brooks have met the universal approval of everybody who has seen them. I wish to personally thank you for the efficient manner in which you handled the job upon so short a notice and under such adverse circumstances. This is one of the many letters we receive from time to time. Murray Bros. Printers, 920 U Street, N.W. (Continued from page 1) tions shall be appointed until he or she shall have passed an examination prescribed by the board of education. Cites Two Appointments Miss Jackson claims that the board of education in 1913 detailed Miss Jennings to teach domestic art in the Armstrong Technical High School although she was not qualified. Miss Jackson charges that Miss Jennings does not possess a college degree, has not graduated from an accredited normal school and has never passed a competitive examination for teacher of domestic art in the senior high schools, as required by the rules of the board of education and an Art of Congress. Miss. Jackson claims that the board of education in 1923 detailed Miss Burrell to teach domestic art in the Armstrong Technical High School, although she was not qualified. Miss Jackson charges that Miss Burrell does not possess a college degree, has not graduated from an accredited normal school and has never passed a competitive examination for teacher of domestic art in the senior high schools of the District. On December 19, 1923, she took an examination hold pursuant to law and the rules of the board of education for the purpose of determining the qualifications of persons for appointment to teach domestic art in the senior high schools. She says that she passed this examination and her name along with one other was duly and regularly reported to the board of education. Their names were arranged in order to rank or relative standing, Miss Jackson asserts, with a statement showing the total mark of each candidate, and she was first of the two names in the subject of domestic art, and she was notified on February 24, 1924. Miss Jackson declares that at the time her name became first on the register and on many occasions since, she has repeatedly requested Assistant Superintendent Wilkinson to have the matter taken up with Superintendent Ballou and the board of education to cause her appointment to either of the positions which are being filled illegally, but nothing has been done. She further asserts that the question of her appointment was taken up by her attorney, Paul E. Lesh, by letter under date of November 19, 1925, at which time Assistant Superintendent Wilkinson promised to take the matter under consideration and advise her. She says that her term of eligibility will soon expire and that if she waits too long to hear from the board THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1925 M. B. Number Four Fire Engine Company, reorganized April 3, 1919, under the leadership of Captain C. E. Gibson is said to be one of the fastest in the District of Columbia. The personnel of No. 4 is Lieutenant J. G. B. Key, second in command; Lieutenant R. J. Holmes and sixteen privates. Holmes was promoted to lieutenant from sergeant, on October 6, 1925, which leaves a place for one of the members to be promoted to sergeant. Since the reorganization of No. 4 they have hnd a wonderful record. Since April 3, 1919, up to October 31, 1925, this company responded to 1,171 box alarms, and 198 local or telephone calls which makes the company out to fires or runs 1,369 times. The amount of hose laid was 144,150 feet and the running time of the engine was 266 hours. The captain boasts of having one of the fastest companies in the city and of having one of the largest districts of any company—having to respond to 133 boxes on the first alarm. The zone takes in the Center Market, Bureau of Engraving and Printing, Potentown Park, U.S.A. senal, U. S. Navy Yard, and the Congressional Library. The heads of the fire department when this company was reorganized were fire Chief C. F. Wagner and the Hon. Commissioner Louis J. Brownlow. They feel very proud of the progress the company has made. Private Frank Hare is detailed at the Chief Engineer's office as aid to Chief George W. Watson. No. 4 of education, she might sustain an irreparable injury resulting in her not being appointed to the position from which she is qualified and to which she is entitled under the rules of the board and acts of Congress. She asks the courtto compel the board to make her appointment effective as of February 24, 1924. The board of education on December 2, 1925, ordered the papers in the case of Miss Jackson referred to the corporation counsel for an opinion as to the validity of her claim. is located in the 3rd Battalion Chief's district (Battalion Chief C. W. Gill and Battalion Chief J. Carrington) the largest battalion in the district. "On January 28, 1922, this company made a wonderful run to the Knickerbocker Theater when so many companies failed to reach there on account of the heavy snow storm. They passed several companies en route although they had about the longest distance to traverse in order to reach the scene of the disaster. CAPTAIN C. E. GIBSON Capt. Gibson served in the U. S Navy during the Spanish-American War. He was at the battle of Santiago, and was light-heavyweight pu-gillistic champion of the N. A. Squadron. After serving in the Philippines he was honorably discharged and was appointed a member in the District of Columbia Fire Department in July 1902. He has filled every position from driver to captain. New York, N. Y., Dec. 23 (By The Associated Negro Press)—Countee P. Cullen, author of a recently published book of poems, "Color," has been announced as the winner of the Bynner prize of $150 for poetry for 1925. Last year Cullen was second in the contest. The decision in his favor was unanimous. HOWARD MEDICAL NEWS HOWARD MEDICAL NEWS (By Kelly Miller, Jr. In the report of Dr. W. A. Warfield, surgeon-in-chief, Freedmen's Hospital, for the fiscal year 1925, submitted to the Secretary of the Interior, states that at the beginning of the fiscal year there were 215 patients in the hospital. During the year 4,056 were admitted for treatment, making a Dr. W. A. War field, surgeon-in-chief, Freedmen's Hospital, for the fiscal year 1925 submitted to the Secretary of the Interior, states that at the beginning of the fiscal year there were 215 patients in the hospital. During the year 4,056 were admitted for treatment, making a total of 4,271 indoor patients treated. Of the number admitted, including births, 960 were pay patients; 1,563 were indigent residents of the States; and 1,533 were indigent residents of the District of Columbia. There were 1,916 surgical operations performed of which many were of a major nature. In the outdoor department 18,845 patients were treated in the several clinics, an increase of 7,814 over the preceding year. There were 31,369 revisits to this department, and 2,001 emergency cases received care and treatment. At the commencement excises nine nurses received diplomas, making a total of 401 to have graduated from this school. Clark Hall Clinic The Clark Hall Clinic inaugurated for the first time last year through the instrumentality of Drs. Jackson, head of the school of public health and hygiene, and Russell Dyett, to handle the minor ailments of the men in Clark Hall is still functioning along similar lines. The clinic is in charge of Messrs. A. L. Jordan, C. O. Pair, and R. B. Ford, members of the present senior medical class. Dr. Antoine Greene of the College of Pharmacy has been kind enough to prepare the emergency stock. The clinic has benefited from the experience of last year and is handling more cases. The more important cases are referred to Freedmen's Hospital. Harlem Doctors Purchase Sanitarium The Edgecombe Sanitarium on the southeast corner of Edgecombe Avenue and 137th Street, opened December 13. The sanitarium was purchased by a group of Harlem physicians and contains a modern operating room and facilities for maternity and surgical cases. HOME TREATMENTS Can Be Used In Any Home For rheumatism, stiff joints, soreness neuralgia, lumbago, poor cir- culation, etc. Free Demonstration and Trial At Your Home Any Time Write at once to— G. W. SOUTHERN CO., P. O. Box 217, Washington, D.C. Phone, Main 2832 A school of individual instruction. Semi-monthly pupils' recitals give you opportunity for public performance. Neighborhood branches in and near Washington. These branches give rise to positions for students and teachers who wish to teach and at the same time continue their own study. All branches taught and certificates and diplomas issued. A Director of the Elementary Department of Piano; Mr. Harry L. 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December 21, 1925 To All Members of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free, Ancient and Accepted Masons of the District of Columbia, and to each and every subordinate lodge thereof, and to each and every member in good standing in each subordinate lodge: Whereas, the time has again come for the election of officers of said Grand Lodge, and whereas, although a jury in the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia has declared that the undersigned are the true and lawful officers of said Grand Lodge, certain persons still unlawfully withhold the possession of the premises Numbered 1111 19th St., N.W., so that the usual Grand Lodge Communication may not this year be there held. Now therefore, I, Mingo Sandera, Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free, Ancient and Accepted Masons of the District of Columbia, do hereby notify all concerned that the Annual Communication of said Most Worshipful Grand Lodge will be held at the Pythian Temple, Room 1, December 26, 1925 at 7:30 p.m. Done by order of the Grand Master, this 21st day of December, 1925. MINGO SANDERS, Grand Master Attest: DORSEY F. SEVILLE, Grand Secretary The 7th Annual Meeting of the stockholders of the UNIVERSAL DEVELOPMENT AND LOAN COMPANY, INC., will be held on January 4th, 1926, at 7:30 p.m., at the Y. M. C. A. Building, 1816 12th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C., for the purpose of electing directors, and for the transaction of such other business as may be brought before the meeting. ROSCOE C. MASON, Secretary 19-26 HOMES SOLD ON EASY TERMS in Baltimore and vicinity WILLARD ALLEN President of Southern Life Insurance Company Real Estate and Insurance 1423 Pennsylvania Ave., Baltimore, Md. Phones, Office: Madison 4639 Residence: Madison 6006 IED ADS WANTED Twenty experienced waitresses for New Cabaret at Lincoln Colonnade for New Year's night--one night only. Apply Lincoln Theatre, Monday, December 28th, between 5 and 7 p.m. Bad Sights to Behold A sign in your window. Tags on your house advertising "Rooms for Rent" "This or the other For Sale" These unsightly signs destroy the sacredness of your home and mar the beauty of any structure. The advertising value is worthless, and gets about as much results as an epitaph on a tomb stone. Only a few people who pass your house take a casual glance at it, and possibly form an undesirable impression. These signs do not entice desirable prospects with whom you would prefer to deal. Let the WASHINGTON TRIBUNE relieve you of these embarrassments by placing a Classified Advertisement. We are no farther from you than your telephone. Just Phone Potomac 1667—Classified Ad Department. LEGAL NOTICES SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT of Columbia, Holding Probate Court. No. 33818, Administration. This is to Give Notice; That the subscriber, of the District of Columbia has obtained from the Probate Court of the District of Columbia, Letters testamentary on the estate of John Johnson, late of the District of Columbia, deceased. All persons having claims against the deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the vouchers thereof, legally authenticated, to the subscriber, on or before the 30th day of November, A.D., 1925; otherwise they may by law be excluded from all benefit of said estate. Given under my hand this 30th day of November, 1925. ELIZA BROOKS 481 K Street, Southwest Attest: James Tanner, Register of Wills for the District of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Court. ELWOOD G. HUBERT, Attorney SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT of Columbia, Holding Probate Court. No. 32,674, Administration. This is to Give Notice: That the subscriber, of the District of Columbia has obtained from the Probate Court of the District of Columbia, Letters testamentary on the estate of John B. Dillard, late of the District of Columbia, deceased. All persons having claims against the deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same, with the vouchers thereof, legally authenticated, to the subscriber, on or before the 23rd day of November, A.D., 1926; otherwise they may by law be excluded from all benefit of said estate. Given under my hand this 23rd day of November, 1925. EMMA F. DILLARD, 1009 Minnesota Ave., N.E. Attest: Theodore Cogswell, Deputy Register of Wills for the District of Columbia, Clerk of the Probate Curt. HOUSTON & HOUSTON, Attorneys SUPREME COURT OF THE DIST trict of Columbia, holding Probate Court. No. 33819 Administration Docket 75. Estate of Josephine Harris, deceased. Application having been made herein for, letters of administration on said estate, by William G. Lofton, M.D., it is ordered this 8th day of December, A.D., 1925, that Ada Carrington and Emma Miller both of Halifax Court House, Halifax County, Va., Marshall Carrington of Cleveland, Ohio, and Ida Winston of New York City and all others concerned, appear in said court on Monday, the 18th day of January, A.D., 1926, at 10 o'clock A.M., to show cause why such application should not be granted. Let notice hereof be published in the "Washington Law Reporter" and The Washington Tribune once in each of three successive weeks before the return day herein mentioned, the first publication to be not less than thirty days before said return day. A. A. HOEHLING, Justice Attest: James Tanner, Register of Wills for the District of Columbia Clerk of the District Court PAGE SIX Eastern Board Football Officials Meet Eastern Board Football Officials Meet By Louis R. Lautier Baltimore, Md., Dec. 23—The Eastern Board of Football Officials at its final meeting of the year held at the Druid Hill Avenue Branch Y. M. C. A. of this city, last Saturday, appointed a committee to make arrangements for a conference next summer or fall for the purpose of forming a national organization. It also adopted a gag rule prohibiting members from criticizing the decisions or the officiating of other members of the board in public. The appointment of a committee to arrange for a conference resulted from the presence of B. T. Harvey, Jr., athletic director at Morehouse College, Atlanta, Ga., representing an association of coaches in the southeast. Mr. Harvey sought a working alliance between his association and the eastern group. Dr. E. B. Henderson, president of the eastern board, appointed a committee consisting of Edgar P. Westmoreland, Washington, D.C., Louis L. Watson, athletic director at Howard University, and L. U. Gibson of the Douglass High School. This committee was directed to work with Mr. Harvey representing the southeast; Savoy of West Virginia Collegiate Institute representing the West, and Harry Long of Paul Quinn-College, El Paso, Texas, representing the Southwest. The conference will be held either at the close of the present school year or early next fall before school opens. The Gag Rule The gag rule was proposed by Benny Washington of the Armstrong Technical High School, Washington, D.C., and was aimed at Dr. E. B. Henson, athletic director at Dunbar High School, who writes for a number of newspapers and magazines. The proposal to muzzle its members grew out of an article by Dr. Henderson, in which he stated that Gibson's error in his decision on the controverted forward pass in the Howard-Lincoln game was in not calling for pumpe Savoy's ruling. Dr. Henderson, who was presiding, left the chair to oppose the resolution and expressed his regrets if he had aggrieved Mr. Gibson. He explained that he was simply trying to clear up the controversy and opposed the policy of muzzling officials who are writing for the press. Mr. Gibson said that he took no offense at what Mr. Henderson had said, but that Mr. Henderson was misinformed. He said that the officials in the Howard-Wilberforce game were working by signals and in the absence of a signal from the umpire that the pass was incomplete, he ruled it completed. He admitted that Mr. Savoy asked him if he were sure about his decision. He also revealed the fact that Lancaster, Lincoln University captain, had protested Mr. Washington's decision on a Lincoln attempt at a field goal in the Howard-Lincoln game in Philadelphia on Thanksgiving. He declared that he agreed with Mr. Washington. Coach Watson of Howard stated that it was his opinion that no one had the right to criticize an official's decision. The board adopted a resolution that "we as officials refrain from public criticism of each other thereby serving as an educational and stabilizing influence and not a disconcerting influence." Officiating Fees Dr. Hederson and Dr. I. N. Cupid of Dunbair High School, Washington, were re-elected president and secretary, respectively. The minimum fee for officiating were fixed at $10 each for college games and $5 each for high school games. Present at the meeting were: Dr. E. B. Henderson, Dr. I. N. Cupid, L. U. Gibson, Louis L. Watson, James Law, coach at Morgan College; Charles J. Doneghy and R. E. Centee, former Howard University players who are now officiating; C. L. Pinderhughes, Benjamin Washington, C. E. Jackson, Baltimore; William Wright and Dr. James H. Hilburn, Baltimore; B. T. Harvey, Jr., Atlanta; Charles West, assistant coach, Howard University; and John H. Burr, basketball and baseball coach, Howard University. Newly elected members were, Charles J. Doneghy and Lorenzo "Cute" Carter, of Howard University; C. E. Jackson, William Wright and Dr. James H. Hilburn, of Baltimore, and W. Chambers of Manassas Industrial School. After a meeting the members attended a dinner. Whedbee Re-elected to Lead Seminary in '26 Whedbee Re-elected to Lead Seminary in '26 Lynchburg, Va., Dec. 23—Mel Whedbee, quarterback, has been chosen to captain the 1926 Virginia Seminary football team. It will be his second year directing the eleven. Whedbee is regarded as one of the leading players in the ranks of the Colored Intercollegiate Association. Only two Seminary players will be lost through graduation. They are Jesse Williams and Roy Perry. Hurt will again coach the team. STONEWALL A. C. WANTS GAME FOR DEC. 27 The Stonewall football team who claims the sandlot championship for the District of Columbia for the season of 1925, wants a game for December 27, at 3 p.m., and issues an open challenge to any one the following teams: Teddy Bears, Roamers, or Mozarts, or any other independent team. For game, communicate with M. West, 635 L Street, Southeast, or telephone Lincoln 743-M after 5 p.m.; or M. 4000 between 8 and 10 o'clock. a.m. C. Hawkins. No. 5 Police. Annual Review of Football in the Southwest ```markdown ``` By B. T. Harvey, Morehouse, Official Reporter, S.I.A.A The season of 1925 eclipsed former years in intense rivalry, enthusiasm, upsets and close scores. Four games ended in ties, point after touchdown decided one, and a field goal from the 35-yard line still another, a margin of one touchdown was the price of victory in seven other games, and in only three games was the margin of success more than three touchdowns, out of a total of 52 conference games. I note in one of the Eastern papers a young sports writer in speaking of the different organized associations, writes that it seems he has heard there is a Southern Conference. For his benefit I wish to state that ten years ago, when I first came South to teach at Morehouse College, I found the Southeastern in existence with seven members, and a wonderful heritage of traditions, classics, et cetera. Today this association includes the principal schools of the state of Florida, Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee, eleven in number, as follows: Tuskegee, Morehouse, Atlanta University, Clark, Alabama S. N. S., Knoxville College, Tenn.; A. and I. S. N. S., Fisk University, Talladega College, Morris-Brown University, and Florida A. and M. College. The record of championships in football in the S. I. A. A. since 1916 are as follows: 1916, Morehouse; 1917, Tuskegee; 1918, (no rating, war year) 1919, Fisk; 1920, Morehouse; 1921, Morehouse; 1922, Tie between Morehouse and Aatlanta; 1923, Morehouse; 1924, Tuskegee; 1925, Tuskegee. In winning the championship for the second consecutive year the veteran Tuskegee team won seven conference games and all games on its schedule, playing the 24th Infantry 0-0 in the opening game. Only the brilliant passing attack of Morehouse College was able to penetrate the Tuskegee denfs and score a touchdown, the only scores of the season against the Sons of Booker. Morehouse was runner-up with three victories, one defeat and one tie, tieing A. and T. 7-7. The following All-Southeastern has been chosen by the composite balloting of all the coaches in the conference. The men on the second team are runners-up for their respective places in the voting, and finally honorable mention has been given to all men receiving at least one vote in order of the number of votes cast. I think this has resulted in the nearest to an impartial pick by qualified judges that can be obtained. Tadlock, Tus.....Center Rolfe, Fla. A. & M.....Guard Ellis, Tus.....Guard Riley, Atlanta.....Tackle Irwin, Morehouse.....Tackle Hall, Ala. S.....End Archer, Morehouse.....End Smith, Tus.....Quarterback Beek, C. U.....Halfbacks Stevenson, Tus.....Halfbacks Bailey, Tus.....Fullback INTERSTATE HIGH SCHOOL CON FERENCE FOOTBALL SCHEDULE The Interstate High School Conference football schedule for 1926 is as follows: October— 8—Douglass vs. Dunbar (here) 11—Manassas vs. Armstrong (here) 15—Booker Washington vs. Huntington at Newport News 16—Dunbar vs. Manassas at Manassas 22—Armstrong vs. Booker T. at Norfolk 22—Dunbar vs. Huntington at New port News 29—Boocher T., vs. Dunbar (here) 30—Douglass vs. Manassas at Man- assas November— 5—Manassas vs. Boocher T. at Nor- folk $ ^{1} $ 5—Armstrong vs. Huntington(here) 12—Dunbar vs. Huntington at New- port, News 12—Armstrong vs. Douglass at Balt- timore 19—Boocher T. vs. Douglass at Balt- timore 22—Armstrong vs. Dunbar (here) MISS WILSON GIVEN CHARGE OF COOK SCHOOL COMMITTEE OF FIFTY FAIL TO OBTAIN APPOINTMENT FOR PRESENT INCUMBENT The board of education this week refused to violate its own teacher-rating rules at the request of 50 colored men and women who appeared before it seeking the appointment of Miss S. C. Lewis, present principal of the John F. Cook school, as principal of the larger new cook school when it is completed. Meeting in executive session, after two hours devoted to hearing statements from men and women who attended the special meeting in the Franklin School, the board voted to transfer Miss Lewis, effective January 1, to the new Bell school and transfer Miss M. E. Wilson, principal of that school, to the present Cook school. This was an exchange of the teachers preliminary to the naming of Miss Wilson as principal of the new Cook school when it is completed. THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE, SATURDAY. DECEMBER 26, 1925 THE SPORT REVIEW LOUIS R. LAUTIER, Sports Editor "Philly" Flashes Win Over Alcoes 43-35 Howard Breaks Winning Streak of Flashes Kappa Alpha Psi Convenes in New York (By Felix Walker) The Philadelphia Flashes defeated the Alcoes, a local team, 42-35 before a small crowd at the Lincoln Colonnade last Thursday night. The Flashes were in lead from the very start to the finish. It was not until the second half did the Alcoes find themselves and show any real basketball class, when they strived to overcome the Philadelphiaians' lead. Davis of the Flashes was the star of the game, shooting seven field goals. Shields, Haney, and Graves of the Flashes, and Neal and Turner of the Alcoes, made four goals each. The Alcoes are expecting to play the Chicago All-Stars here in January. The management of the Alcoes announced that it will be impossible for the locals to bring distant teams to the Washington fans if better support is not given. Flashes Alcoes Davis L.F. Turner Harvey R.G. Neal Shields Center Carpenter Graves L.G. Anderson Edwards R.F. Harris Morris Brown Defeats Atlanta Atlanta, Ga., Dec. 21—Morris-Brown University opened her basketball season with a decisive victory over the Atlanta University quintet. The speed, brilliant pass work, uncanny accuracy in shooting field goals and the great defensive playing of the Morris-Brown team, completely bewildered the Atlanta University boys. Capt. Jessie Word, one of the greatest cage stars in the country, covered himself with glory by his wonderful offensive work. G. Roberts and Bradley found little difficulty in making baskets at will. George and Dunn played well in the guard positions. For the losers, T. Roberts made the best showing. When the final whistle blew, Morris Brown was on the long end of a 32-20 score. Atlanta Morris Brown Watts . . . R.F. . . . Word(c.) T. Roberts . . . L.F. . . . G. Roberts Hamilton . . . Center . . . Bradley Watkins . . . R.G. . . . George Jasper . . . L.G. . . . Dunn Substitutions; Lee for Watts; Fra- lev for George. DETROIT IS MECCA OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA Detroit, Michigan, Dec. 23—College graduates and students, who are members of Alpha Phi Alpha, their wives and friends are arriving here this week to attend the 18th Annual Convention of the fraternity to be held December 27th to 31st, inclusive. Already many have arrived and each day others come. More than five hundred are expected to be in Detroit by Sunday, the 27th. Officers Come Early for Conference The national officers of the fraternity will reach the city Saturday morning for a special conference, according to an announcement by President Raymond W. Cannon of Minneapolis, Minn. Those to attend the conference are, first vice-president, James W. McGregor of Los Angeles, Calif.; second vice-president, Dr. Peyton F. Anderson, of New York City; third vice-president, James A. Scott, of St. Louis, Mo.; fourth vice-president, Charles W. Greene, of Atlanta, Georgia; general secretary, Attorney Norman L. McGhee, of Cleveland, Ohio; Dr. Homer Cooper, treasurer, of Chicago, Ill.; and Attorney Oscar C. Brown, editor of the official organ, The Sphinx, of Chicago, Illinois. Announce Events of Convention Plans, both of a social and race uplift nature, as announced by the national secretary, will include: Sunday morning, 8:30 a.m.-Registration of delegates and visiting brothers at conventoin headquarters, Community Center, High Street; Sunday afternoon, 3:00 p.m.-Public session, Bethel A. M. E. Church, Sunday evening, 8-10 p.m.-Open house reception. Monday morning, 9:30 a.m.—Opening business session of convention at convention headquarters; Monday afternoon—Trip; Monday evening, 6-9 p.m.—Annual smoker and symposium, convention headquarters; Monday evening, 10-1 a.m.—Reception by Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity to delegates and visitors and their friends. Tuesday morning and afternoon—Sessions; Tuesday afternoon—Reception by ladies' auxiliary to visiting ladies; Tuesday night—Basketball game and dance, Light Guard Armory. Wednesday morning and afternoon—Sessions; Wednesday afternoon 4-8 p.m.—Reception by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to delegates and visitors; Wednesday night—Annual Prom (formal), Graystone Ball Room, 4245 Woodward Avenue. Thursday morning and afternoon—Sessions; Thursday night—Annual banquet; Friday afternoon—General reception by Gamma Lambda Chapter to delegates and friends. Philadelphia, Pa., Dec. 19—The Howard University Basketball Team scored a victory over the Philadelphia Flashes, 25 to 24, before a crowd which packed the Waltz Dream Auditorium here Friday evening. Coach Burr's men had no easy time subduing their opponents. The game was close throughout. At half time the score was 17-16 in favor of the Flashes. In the second period, the Howard University boys had a slight edge on the Maroon and Gray, which finally ended with the record of ten straight victories of the Flashes being broken. Spears, Lawton and Coates starred for the college boys, while Davis and Randsome held up the Maroon and Gray machine. Both teams were handicapped by the slippery floor, which made it hard to pivot and shoot and in the first half, first one team would score, followed by a basket by the other. The precision of the University team's forwards in the second half, supported by the guards, gave Howard a victory. Summary Howard Flashes Lawton L.F. Davis Coates R.F. Ransome Spears Center Shields Simpson L.G. Graves Berry R.G. Harvey Goals from field: Howard Lawton 3, Coates 4, Berry 1, Simpson 1. Foul goals: Conte 2, Spears 4. Goals from field: Davis 3, Ransome 2, Shields 1, Graves 1, Harvey 1. Foul goals: Davis 2, Shields 2, Ransome 1. Substitutions: Howard: Hill for Lawton, Washington for Spears; Mitchell for Berry, Bundrel for Simpson. Flashes: Chick Edwards for Harvey. Officials: Referee: Reed (Temple); Scorer, Taylor. Time, 20 minute halves Industrial Comm. Bill Introduced by Senator Cummins Senator Albert B. Cummins, Republican, of Iowa, has introduced in the Senate a bill to create a Negro Industrial Commission. The bill provides for a commission of five persons, three of whom shall be colored. They would be appointed by the President and hold office for a term of four years. The salary of each member would be fixed by the President but would not exceed $5,000 a year each, except the chairman, whose salary would not exceed $7,000. The duties of this commission would be to study the economic conditions of the Negro and labor problems in which he is interested; to stimulate and encourage thrift and industry among Negroes; to promote their general welfare in industrial pursuits; to work out plans for the solution of the different problems confronting the Negro in the United States; to consider all questions pertaining to the Negro that may be referred to it by any Government department, and report the proper solution of any problem that may be presented to it by any officer of the United States, the governor or attorney general of any state, or any state labor department. The commission would also be charged with the investigation of any labor question referred to it by the governor of any state. It would be required to regulate labor conditions for the best interest of the communities in which labor questions arose; to recommend what may be necessary for the stability of labor in the different states; to discourage Bolshevism wherever it may exist; to formulate a policy for mutual understanding and confidence between the races; to report to Congress through the President and to make such recommendations for the solution of any problem affecting the Negro that they may deem advisable. The Secretary of the Treasury would be authorized to provide suitable quarters in the District of Columbia for the transaction of business coming before this commission. The bill authorizes the commission to appoint necessary clerks, agents, investigators, attorneys and assistants for the conduct of its business. The sum of $200,000 would be appropriated for the expenses of the commission for the first year. Senator Cummins' bill was referred to the committee on the judiciary. WHITES GET WORSE AS NEGROES GET BETTER, SAYS JUDGE Greenwood, S. C., Dec. 23 (By The Associated Negro Press)—Negroes are getting better every day and white people are getting meaner and meaner in every way, Judge C. J. Ramage told the grand jury here Monday morning in opening the November term of county court. During the last sixteen years, Judge Ramage said he had been presiding over courts all over the state as a special judge and it was his observation that Negroes are appearing in court much less than white people. Many of the crimes for which whites are arrested are automobile stealing, moonshining, and petty disputes with Negroes. Kappa Alpha Psi Convenes in New York The 15th Annual Convention of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity will be held in New York City from December 26-31 inclusive. The attendance promises to be the largest in the history of the Fraternity. More constructive work than ever is to be effected and the social affairs are to be brilliant. At least three delegates are chosen to represent each of the forty chapters. Among those to be present are: Robert S. Abbott, editor of the Chicago Defender; Wilson Lovett, president of the First National Bank of Louisville; Dr. Joseph Ward, commander-in-chief of Government Hospital of Tuskegee; Dr. Bousfield, president of the Liberty Life Insurance Company; Dr. Gilbert Jones, president of Wilberforce University; Mr. W. Rhodes, editor of the Philadelphia Tribune; Dr. H. M. Holmes of Atlanta; Mr. C. C. Spaulding, president of North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Company; Mr. F. D. Wilkinson, registrar of Howard University, and Mr. James E. Scott, Polemarch of the Washington Alumni Chapter. The following program is scheduled: Saturday, December 26, 1 p.m. Meeting of the Grand Board of Directors, Earl Hall, Columbia University, 3 p.m. -Basketball, Kappa Alpha Psi vs. Omega Phi Phi Sunday, 10:30 a.m.—Sermon, the Rev. Spearman, pastor, Bethel A. M. E. Church; 4 p.m.—Public meeting, Abyssinia Baptist Church, address of welcome, (New York City official); Response, Earl D. Dickerson, Grand Polemarch; Principal address, Bishop Wm. T. Vernon; Short address, William Harrison; 10:30 p.m.—Acquaintance social, Walker's studio. Monday, 10 a.m.—Opening business session, Earl Hall, Columbia University. Thereafter the week will be filled withb usiness sessions, banquets and reception culminating in a Prom, at International House on December 30. The grand officers of the Fraternity are: Attorney Earl B. Dickermarch, Chicago, Grand Polemarch; Attorney T. Ernest Wilkins, Chicago Grand Keeper of Records and Exchequer; Fred A. Clement, Evanston, Ill., Grand Strategus; Nathaniel Scott, Boston, Mass, Grand Lt. Strategus, Clarence Hunter, Iowa City, Vice-Polemarch. Earl B. Dickermarch is a young lawyer with a very extensive and lucrative practice, a member of the law firm of Morris, Cashin & Dickerson, in Chicago. General Counsel for the Liberty Life Insurance Company and Assistant Corporation Counsel of the city of Chicago; yet he has found time to give personal attention to his tasks as Grand Polemarch and to visit many of the Chapters throughout the country. Court Decision To Have Much Effect Court Decision To Have Much Effect ders, his Grand Secretary Seville and all others who followed them and appointed in his stead A. E. Robinson as Grand Master. Sanders and his followers were locked out of the Hall. The trustees filed a deed transferring the property from themselves as trustees of the Grand Lodge to themselves as trustees of the "Provincial Grand Lodge of the District of Columbia." This deed was promptly set aside by Judge Stafford, sitting in equity court, after a hot battle in which the Sanders faction was represented by attorney B. L. Gaskins and the Robinson faction by Jacob S. Detwiler. In spite of this decision, the trustees held on to the hall. Sanders and his followers had their election in the Pythian Building and took action ousting Scott, Smoot, Fisher and Robinson and electing in their places as trustees Seville, Shields and Thomas. The Sanders faction then proceeded to sue out a quo warranto to test before a jury the rights of the contending factions to be the true and legally elected officers of the Grand Lodge. It did not take the jury long to decide in favor of the Sanders faction although only Sanders himself and his Secretary Seville took the stand, while the Robinson faction produced a dozen witnesses. Attorneys Gaskins and Pinchback, representing the Sanders faction, contended that no power in Masonry had a right under any circumstances to depose a Grand Master except the Grand Lodge itself for cause shown. Attorneys Andrew Wilson, J. S. Detwiler and J. U. Mitchell (all white) represented the Robinson faction. After fifteen minutes deliberation a verdict was brought in in favor of the Sanders faction. The Robinson faction declare that they will appeal to the highest courts. In the meanwhile an election is set for St. John's Day. The Robinson faction will hold on to the hall property until the appeal is disposed of and it is thought that the Sanders faction will hold their election as last year at Pythian Temple? The organization involved is not the Acacia Grand Lodge, whose building project is also involved in court procedure. the school year but during the mean time there will occur various exhibitions on the stage by the pupils of our schools. The carnival is planned to last a week and every school in the city is expected to contribute pupil talent in it. Each building is now working on a play of its own. * In many of the schools dramatic clubs have been formed, the officers being selected from among the pupils with the aid and guidance of their respective teachers and principals. Many of the buildings have selected the one-act plays that they will render. The programs of this project has been so arranged as to engage the efforts of the various special departments, such as physical training, music, drawing, domestic art, domestic science, manual training etc. The directors of the several departments have held several conferences in the office of First Assistant Superintendent Garnet C. Wilkinson at the Franklin Building and the work is now being mapped out with great care. M. Nathaniel Guy, in charge of dramatics in the schools, is to be general director of the plays. Mr. F. E. Parks, Principal of the Phelps Vocational school, will be business manager of the proposed carnival. Miss A. E. Thompson, Principal of the Slater Langston School, will be in charge of the Bureau of Information, and Mr. M. Grant Lucas, Principal of the Bruce School, will be in charge of the Bureau of Publicity. 1,500 POUNDS OF TURKEY FOR XMAS Mr. Graves, proprietor of Graves Cafe, is making extensive preparations for Christmas. New help has been added and everything is being cleaned and primed for the holidays. 1,500 pounds of turkey has been ordered from the country and equally as many chickens. Turkey dinners will be served for 75c, and chicken dinners 50c, all during the holidays. etide pecial wonderfully fruity flavor vet Kind packaged Ice Cream QUART PACKAGES Yulette Special Wonderful delicious fla The Velvet De Luxe Packaged SOLD ONLY IN QUARTER The Best Place to Eat. JOSEPH S. CAL Phone, Franklin 3992 GRAVES' OPEN ALL NIGHT Chestnut Dressing, Braised Rabbit, Home Styli died Yam, Graves' Special Chicken Dinner. Hot Bread every day from 6 P.M. to 11 Big Midnight Dinner, starting at 11 All kinds of home made pies and sandwiche largest in the city. We assure you of polite and 16 & 18 G Street, N.W.—Opposite Gov't Printi Tuletide Special Wonderfully delicious flavor The Velvet Kind De Luxe Packaged Ice Cream SOLD ONLY IN QUART PACKAGES ALL NIGHT Home Style. Veal Steaks Saute, Can- on Dinner. 6 P.M. to 12 noon the next Day starting at 11:30 every night and sandwiches. Our dining room is the of polite and quick service. Gov't Printing Office. Rooms for Rent. Son's and Daughter's Success Chestnut Dressing, Braised Rabbit, Home Style. Veal Steaks Saute, Candied Yams, Graves' Special Chicken Dinner. Hot Bread every day from 6 P.M. to 12 noon the next Day Big Midnight Dinner, starting at 11:30 every night All kinds of home made pies and sandwiches. Our dining room is the largest in the city. We assure you of polite and quick service. 16 & 18 G Street, N.W.-Opposite Gov't Printing Office. Rooms for Rent. T COMPLETE FUNERAL $125 Black cloth, white, or silver-gray casket; engraved nameplate; outside case; embalming; washing, dressing; shaving if necessary; advertising the death crepe for the door; removing from hospitals gloves rugs, chairs; candelabra; candles a fine Studebaker hearse and two Studebaker limousines! W. ERNEST JARVIS CO. 2222 Georgia Avenue, NW. Phones: Office, N. 3815; Res. N. 6379 "As Close to You as the Nearest Tele- phone." A beautiful funeral need not be a burden to those who must assume its responsibility. assume --- 1920 INTEREST AWAKENS IN DRA- MATIC ART IN THE SCHOOLS Announcement has been made re- cently from the office of Miss M. P. Shadd, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, in charge of the Elementary Department, that the schools of the tenth, eleventh, twelfth, and thirteenth divisions have taken up plans for a huge dramatic carnival. This will not take place until the end of 1920 Mr. Graves informs us that hot bread will be served from 6 P. M. to 12 M. and he will be on the job to see that everything is right. Hot Bread Morning and Evening Home-made Deserts RED CAB SERVICE NORTH 133 Lowest Meter Rates Dependable Service MATINEE DAILY 2:15; NIGHTS 8:15. MIDNIGHT SHOW FRIDAY HOWARD T St. at 7th, N.W., BOX OFFICE PHONE NORTH—1094 PRICES—EVE., 50c., 83c.; BALCONY—40c.; MATINEE-25c. & 50c. One Week Only Com. MONDAY, DEC. 27 AWESOME IN ITS SPLENDOR — SPECIAL SCENERY RETURN Engagement By Popular Demand of MOST AMAZING EXHIBITION OF MUSICAL CREATION AND ART ETHEL WATERS America's Foremost Ebony Comedienne and Columbia Record Artist, with the "Plantation Revue" WARDROBE NOVELTIES CUTIES IN UNDER ALLS INCLUDING EDDIE RECTOR RALPH COOPER BESSIE ALISON and the "PLANTATION ORCHESTRA" 14—Musicians—14 DIMPLED DREAMS OF DAMSELS WITH THE FIRE OF A RUBY EXTRA MID-NITE SHOW THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31 NEW YEAR'S EVE. USUAL MID NIGHT SHOW FRIDAY, JANUARY 1st NEW YEAR'S NIGHT Walter Cohen Exonorated by Judge relations with Henry Dedeux," Mr. Adams said. "Would you like to change that testimony now?" "No, sir," said Patterson. "He was one who assists me in getting right past the customs boat Bita." "Then Walter Cohen did not have anything to do with the transfer of the customs boat Bita?" "No. I dealt with Dedeaux." "Did Cohen ever suggest in any way that he would govern the movements of the Rita to aid you?" "No, sir. He did not." "Dedeaux "Big Boy" Arthur Battistella, who kept Paterson's accounts and was interested with him, also was called as a witness to substantiate the shift in testimony. After preliminary questions, Adams asked: "Do you know the relationship of Patterson and Dedeaux?" "Yes. I kept books for Mr. Patterson. I made up a statement for Patterson of his affairs. In this statement I listed one of the partners as Big Boy.' This was the name under which we carried Dedeaux's accounts. Dedeaux participated in one shipment of liquor to the extent of 1500 cases," Rattistella said. "In his testimony referring to 'Big Boy' then Patterson meant Dedeaux and not Cohen," Sager asked. "Yes, we spoke of Dedeaux as 'Big Boy.'" Cohen on Stand Cohen then was called to the witness chair and told of his being invited to Patterson's home by Patrick Needham, undercover prohibition agent. He said Needham told him the visit was to a party who would help him in connection with threats that had been made against Cohen's life. Cohen testified he is 66 years old, has four children and six grandchildren. He told of his connection with the People's Industrial Life Insurance Company of which he is pres company collected $320,000 in president and general manager. This mums last year, he said, on which he received 5 per cent. He reported his earnings at $20,000 last year. He had endorsed Needham's appointment as a prohibition agent, Cohen testified, and when the dry agent was suspended in Mobile for drinking, he assisted in having him instantiated. He said Needham came to his home June 27 and asked him to go to the house of a friend, who would help him in the threats against his life. At Patterson's home, Cohen said, Needham proposed that Cohen maneuver the Rita so as to permit Patterson to bring into New Orleans a cargo of liquor. "Trapped" He says "I told Needham and Patterson that that was a violation of the law and I would have nothing to do with it. I told him I had been trapped into the affair. I left immediately and when we were in Needham's car I told him this "is a bell of a thing you have got me into." Cohen testified. "Needham told me not to worry, that Jackson, (referring to O. D. Jackson, prohibition administrator) knew of it. I thought I was being used merely to strengthen the government's case against Patterson," Cohen concluded. He said he did not take liquor or gin from Patterson, but that Needham carried it to his house and left it without any suggestion from him." "You went to the home of a boot- leger and drank with him and a man known by you to be a probi- bition agent?" asked Mr. Sager. Drank Beer "I drank beer there," Cohen an- swered. "Did you report this matter to Mr. Jackson?" Jackson: "I called him on the telephone and he hung up the 'phone in my face," Cohen said. "Did you report the incident to Washington?" "No." Sager then questioned Cohen relative to a statement he made to treasury department agents who came to New Orleans to investigate the grand jury's indictment against him. Cohen said he made the same statements to the agents that he had testified to. Orders Dedeaux Arrested United States District Attorney Borah ordered the arrest of Dedeaux who was referred to by special assistant to the Attorney-General Sager as "that colored man, Henry Dedeaux" in questioning witnesses. E. C. Hollins, an associated attorney for Cohen, previously had asked for a directed verdict of not guilty for Cohen. The court granted the request. "Since Dedeaux has admitted entire responsibility for the movements of the Rita, Cohen cannot be held responsible for it longer." Judge Grubb said in directing a verdict for Cohen. Trial of the conspiracy cases ended Saturday after four days of disclosures into activities of one of the large rum rings of New Orleans and which dealt specifically with importation of 4169 cases of liquor from Havana about June 20, 1925. A verdict acquitting the five men who were tried with Mr. Cohen was returned in Federal Court Monday. FIRST NEGRO WOMAN LAWYER IN VIRGINIA Richmond, Va., Dec. 16. The State of Virginia has its first Negro woman lawyer, as a result of the December examinations of the Virginia State Board of law examiners held here Tuesday and Wednesday. Among the 59 successful applicants for admission to the bar was L. Marian Poe, of Washington, D.C., who passed the last of the four blocks with the examination this week. She is the first Negro woman to be admitted to the Virginia bar in the history of the State, according to M. B. Watts, secretary of the board of examiners. She had completed three of the necessary four blocks on previous examinations. Former Bandmaster of 24th Dies Here William Townsend, ex-bandmaster of the 24th Infantry, and one time instructor of music at Tukeague Institute died at the Soldiers' Home on December 20 and was buried on Wednesday morning of this week. Services were conducted from the chapel of the Home. He is survived by a wife, Mrs. Carrie Thompson of Brooklyn, N.Y., who made her home: when she came to Washington at 680 13th Street, Northeast. The deceased was a member of Sampson Lodge, Prince Hall Masons of Brooklyn. Race Congress to Hold Celebration The National Race Congress of America, of which Rev. Dr. W. H. Jernick is president, will hold its annual Emancipation Celebration at the Galbraith A. M. E. Z. Church, 6th Street between L and M Streets, Northwest, New Year's Day. By resolution the local Baptist Ministers' Conference, and the Ministerial Alliance, consisting of preachers of all denominations, both have agreed to co-operate with the congress in this celebration. Rev. Dr. J. H. Taylor, successor to Dr. J. Francis Grinke as pastor of the Fifteenth 'Street Presbyterian Church, will deliver the principal address. Other speakers are: Rev. J. H. Lee, Rev.C. H. Russell, president of the Ministerial Alliance; Rev. W. C. Williams, Dr. Walter H. Brooks, Rev. D. Y. Campbell, Rev. W. H. Jernagin, Rev. J. U. King, Rev. W. A. Taylor, chairman of the committee on arrangements, and Rev W. D. Battle, secretary. The Emancipation Proclamation will be read by Mrs. Daisy Welch. Music by the male glee club of Asbury A. M. E. Church will feature the program. The annual session of the congress will begin the first Tuesday in April next. BROADWAY THEATRE 1515 7th Street, N.W.RUFUS G. Open Daily at 2:30 P.M. —Sat Week Starting SUNDAY, MONDAY—The Great Fox presents "THE IRON TUESDAY—Colleen Moore and Co LOVE" WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY—L Motte; Lilyan Tashman, in WHO WOULDN'T WORK FRIDAY, SATURDAY—Ramon N 1515 7th Street, N.W.RUFUS G. BYARS, Manager Phone, N. 7255 Open Daily at 2:30 P.M. Sat.-Sun.-Holidays-2:30 p.m. SUNDAY, MONDAY—The Greatest Picture of all Times; William Fox presents "THE IRON HORSE" TUESDAY—Colleen Moore and Conway Tearle in "FLIRTING WITH LOVE" WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY—Lionel Barrymore, Marguerite de la Motte; Lilyan Tashman, in the hit of the season; "THE GIRL WHO WOULDN'T WORK" DUNBAR 7th and T Phone, N THEATRE MAIL LIST There is mail for the following persons in the Tribune office. If the persons so listed will send in their addresses the mail will be forwarded promptly without cost. If performers and other travelers will keep the Tribune Theatrical Editor informed as to addresses and transits mail will be sent forth the same day as it is received. Chambers, Hilly, Little Chambers. ROUTE LIST COMPANIES Week of December 28 Stoppin' Along—Dunbar, Philadelphia Shufflin' Sam from Alabam—Globe, Cleveland Ethel Waters' Plantation Revue— Howard, Washington Burlesque Black and White Revue—Columbia, Cleveland Lucky Sambo—Orpheum, Patterson Rarin'-to-go—Casino, Boston Seven-Eleven—Gayety, Detroit Dudley Office Bookings, T.O.B.A. Circuit—Week of December 28 Means Co.—Mid-City Theatre, Washington, D.C. Sammie Lewis—Foraker, Washington Johnson and Martin, Katie Baker, Drake and Collins—Blue Mouse, Washington Wiggins Co.—Palace, Norfolk, Va. John Long Co.—Hippodrome, Danville Jazz Terrors Co.—Star, Baltimore Joe Bright Co.—Hippodrome, Rich- mond Lonnie Fisher Co.—Lincoln, Newport News, Va. Grant and Wilson Co.-Dudley, Petersburg, Va. BYARS, Manager Phone, N. 7255 —Sun.—Holidays—2:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 27 Best Picture of all Times; William HORSE" Onway Tearle in "FLIRTING WITH Jonel Barrymore, Marguerite de la the hit of the season; "THE GIRL Ovarro in "THE MIDSHIPMAN" 7th and T Sts., N.W. Phone, North 5224 LINCOLN THEATRE MATINEES DAILY 2 P.M. SUNDAYS & HOLIDAYS 3 P.M. Week of Dec. 27th Lon Chaney with NORMAN KERRY, MARY PHILBIN In Gaston Leroux's Internationally Famous Story Sunday and New Year's Day Shown at 3, 5, 7, 9 P.M. Other Week Days Shown at 1:30, 3:30, 5:30, 7:30 and 9:30 P.M. Special Late Show New Year's Eve Starting 9:50 P.M., Ending 12 P.M. What the Press Agents Say REPUBLIC THEATRE Sunday and Monday, December 27, 28—Irene Rich in "Eve's Lover" with Bert Lytell and Clara Bow. A story of the modern Eve, as susceptible to temptation as the original mother of the race. Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 29, 30—Estelle Taylor in "Playthings of Desire." The screen version of the most famous divorce case ever tried in the courts. Thursday and Friday, Dec. 31, Jan. 1—Juckle Coogan in "Old Clothes, a Metro-Goldwyn picture." The fascinating ups-and-downs of the most famous walt in pictures. Saturday, Jan. 2—Harry Carey in his latest picture, "The Man from Red Gulch." On the stage will be presented special added attractions. Coming—"East-Lynne," the greatest of all love stories. "THE IRON HORSE" COMING TO THE BROADWAY Starting Sunday 'till Monday, the Broadway Theatre will present "The Iron Horse" with a cast of forty stars assisted by an entire regiment of United States troops, three thousand railway workmen, one thousand Chinese laborers, eight hundred Pawnee, Sioux and Cheyenne Indians, two thousand horses, one thousand and three hundred buffaloes, and ten thousand Texsa steers. It took three years alone to make this wonderful film while one hundred cooks alone were used to feed the cast, so if you did not see it on the first run, you will miss the treat of your life should you let the chance go by. No advance in prices. On Tuesday, Collee Moore and Conway Tearle in "Flirting With Love." On Wednesday and Thursday a show well worthwhile is "The Girl Who Wouldn't Work" with Lionel Barrymore and Lilyan Tashman. Every young woman should see this wonderful object lesson. On Friday and Saturday, the week will end with Ramon Navarro in "The Midshipman" in which the U. S. Government played an important part in the making. ETHEL WATERS, WITH "PLANTA TION REVUE" RETURNS TO HOWARD NEXT WEEK A return engagement by popular demand brings back to the Howard for one week commencing Monday, December 27th, opening their performance, the celebrated Ethel Waters and the "Plantation Revue" that just two weeks ago conjured the customers to visions of a Sultan's harem, with dancing darlings, draped in dainty dimples, beads and smiles. Riding in supreme command, with boots polished and spurs sharpened to hold the entertainment crown on the throng of the dance kingdom are the sheiks, Eddie Rector and Ralph Cooper. The jazz battle reaches another height when the queen of them all, Ethel Waters, summons the vamps of the dance of the daily dozen, under the tunes of oriental melodies, artistically executed by the Plantation orchestra, directed by Ralph Jones, master of rhythm. To keep your mind full of haunting memories there are Bessie Allison and the "Tiger Ladies." What a test this show is for the knowledge box. Extra mid-night show New Year's Eve, Thursday, December 31st and the regular mid-night show Friday, New Year's night. Al and Ray Rockett, the young producers of "Abraham Lincoln," which is scheduled to show at the Rosalia Theatre commencing 27, 28, 29, spent nearly three years transferring to the screen the life of this great patriot. Experts on the life of Lincoln were connected with the life of Lincoln were visited and an exact replica of the village of Salem where Lincoln first gained fame was built. "The Pony Express" is a James Cruze production for Paramount, due at the Rosalia Theatre on the 30th and 31st. Betty Compson, Ricardo Cortez, Ernest Torrence and Wallace Beery are featured. "Moochin' Along Last week, "Moechin' Along" the new production from the pens of Jesse Shipp who wrote the book, Cecil Mack who is responsible for the lyrics, and Jimmie Johnson whose melodies have become musical comedy standards, came into the Howard theatre. The show suffered handicaps and played to a decided disadvantage. Fire regulations obliged the elimination of one or two scenes because the scenery would not pass without further fireproofing that would have delayed the opening. The show as seen on Monday night was not up to par, but we have learned that as the week went on rehearsals and new arrangements greatly improved the piece. While ragged that first night, the show gave evidence of being a most promising vehicle. The opening chorus and its subsequent numbers were of unusual merit. More of this type of folk songs will add ROSALIA F Street, S. W. bett. MERRITT WHISON, Prop. Vaudeville—Continuous Show Open 5 P.M. Daily—S Program for Week be SUNDAY, MONDAY, TU “ABRAHAM” WEDNESDAY, THURS “The PONY FRIDAY, Jan. 1—"SOULS FOR S SATURDAY, Jan. 2—"THE SILE Republic You Street, n CONTINUOUS EVER W. E. L. SANFORD, Mgr. OPENING TO 6:36, 10:0 Same Hours EVER SUNDAY, MONDAY Warner B “EVE’S With IRENE RICH, BERT Also Episode One“ SALIA THEATRE Street, S. W. between 2nd and 3rd WHILSON, Prop. F. DAVIS Ville—Continuous Show—Matinee Sunday 3:00 P.M. Open 5 P.M. Daily—Show Starts 5:30 P.M. Program for Week begin. Sunday, Dec. 27 SUNDAY, MONDAY, TUESDAY—Dec. 27, 28, 29 “ABRAHAM LINCOLN” WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY—Dec. 30 and 31 “The PONY EXPRESS” Jan. 1—“SOULS FOR SABLES” Y, Jan. 2—“THE SILENT PAL” public Theatre You Street, near Fourteenth CONTINUOUS EVERY DAY—3 to 11 P.M. SANFORD, Mgr. Phone North 7956 OPENING TO 6:36, 10c—6:30 TO CLOSING, 20c Same Hours EVERY DAY Same Prices SUNDAY, MONDAY—December 27, 28 Warner Bros. present “EVE’S LOVER” IRENE RICH, BERT LYTELL and CLARA BOW Also Episode One “Adventures of Mazie” Republic Theatre TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY—December 29, 30 ESTELLE TAYLOR in "Plaything of Desire THURSDAY FRIDAY—Dec. 31; Jan. 1 JACKIE COOGAN in "OLD CLOTHES" A Metro Goldwyn Picture Plaything of Desire" THURSDAY FRIDAY—Dec. 31; Jan. 1 JACKIE COOGAN in "OLD CLOTHES" A Metro Goldwyn Picture SATURDAY, JANUARY 2—One Day Only On the screen—First Time Shown HARRY CAREY in 'The Men from On the SPECIAL ADDED THEATR ING BEST MOTION PICTURES PRO Men from Red Gulch' On the Stage SPECIAL ADDED ATTRACTIONS EATRE U ST. NEAR 12th Chas. E. Lane, Jr., Mgr. TION PICTURES PRODUCED SUNDAYS & HOLIDAYS 3 P.M. greatly to the show. Inability to get a program denies the writer of positive identification of names, of numbers of artists. "Shim" Henderson has the burden of comedy, and makes good. He is especially good in the bit lifted from Billy Cumbery's burlesque hotel cook-bit. Little Edgar Cammer has not enough to do while another kid part is being overdone. The dancing girl took encore after encore and proved the big hit of the show. The show is in charge of the producers with the prospect of a theatrical magnate assuming charge in a few weeks. While in the city, the company donated a Sunday Midnight show to the Women's Defense Fund PORTO RICO FEDERATION ASKS FOR INVESTIGATION (Preston News Service) President Coolidge received Wednesday, a copy of a resolution adopted by the executive council of the Free Federation of Working Men of Porto Rico urging American assistance in effecting political and economic reforms in the island. The resolution asked that a joint commission investigate conditions in Porto Rico and submit to President Coolidge and Congress recommendations for improvement of conditions affecting residents of the island. The Pullman Porter and the Black "Hustlerati" Season's Greetings THE BANK OF NEW YORK SOUTHERN AID SOCIETY OF VA., Inc. Insures against Sickness, Accident and Death Washington, D. C. District Office: Rooms 206-7-8-9 Southern Aid Building, 7th and T Streets, N. W. JOHN E. HALL, Jr., Supt. Home Office: 525-27-29 N, Second Street, Richmond, Virginia PAGE EIGHT By Reinzi B. Lemus, President of the Brotherhood of Dining Car Porters and Waiters The Trades-Union movement is basi- cally economic. It is the long frui- tioning mass desire of the majority producers to share more nearly equa- ly in the fruits of their labor. Its manifestations among unorganized groups always indicate the utmost limit to submission to imposition. And when this saturation point is reached neither race, creed nor what-not matters. Organization is ultimate if not immediate. The Pullman porter is the only un- organized train-service employee. His situation and lot are pathetically anomalous. Moreover, he is the only unorganized railroad employee! The Pullman Company is a common carrier. So is a railroad. The railroads common carriers operate two hundred thousand miles of lines. The Pullman Company common carrier doesn't operate an inch of track—except perhaps in its carshops. Yet the porter is the employee of a common carrier, same as an employee of a railroad; and like him comes within the purview of the Esch-Cummins Act No Free Transportation An employee of the common carrier railroad is granted the privilege and extended courtesy of free travel for himself and dependents (even his mother-in-law, if he supports her) over the lines of his employer, and by a reciprocal agreement over other lines. Most of the railroads, common carriers, issue annual passes to all of their employees and many of them grant annual passes to the wives of all employees. The employee of the common carrier Pullman Company does not get free travel privileges because the employer runs no trains for him to ride in. The best he can do is to get "inoff-rate transportation." The railroad common carrier employee most nearly comparable with the Pullman porter is the dining car cook-waiter. The waiters are all black; so are the majority of cooks. Each railroad handling dining cars operates its own dining car service. There are two exceptions, for which service is supplied by the Fred Harvey system. This renders the task of organizing dining car men into a common union infinitely more difficult than getting together the porters, employed all over North America under direction of one general management centrally located. On the other hand it is easier to get a majority of dining car folk on one single line than getting 51 per cent of porters all over the Continent. Brotherhood The dining car employee serving along the Atlantic Seaboard has his union—the Brotherhood of Dining Car Employees. He organized himself and his union is recognized by the Railroad Labor Board and a dozen rail- roads' general management. Not one of them has lost his position because of union organization connection or activities; many have been restored to duty, without impaired seniority rights—also unknown prior to organization—on account of his union. The majority of them are in the South. The officials with whom he has to deal most because of far-flung operating territory are Southern men, who meet his representatives whenever necessary (frequently) without quibbling and on a business basis. Cooks, generally, are salaried employees. Waiters, like porters, partly are compensated by "tips." All of the organized dining car men get paid for overtime service: service rendered on regular run in excess of hours of regular assignment. Porters do not get paid for overtime but are paid for "doubling" maybe—which is, when called for service when off duty. Meals are part of the cook-waiter's compensation. The porter has to furnish his. Generally, he is allowed half-rates. Many, being healthy, hard working men, order from the menu at regular rates. The Pullman porter is obviously ill. He needs a remedy. Congress has furnished it in the labor section, title III of the Transportation (Esch-Cummings') Act, 1920. It is for the porter -51 per cent of him—and for not another person group or corporation, to say whether he should or should not make use of his remedy. The porter is well informed with respect to his prerogatives, desires to exercise them and therefore responds with avidity and needed cash to the lawful, reasonable, consistent attempt to organize himself into a good trades-union. But what happens? "Hustlerati" Does the Metropolitan daily, so-called capitalistic white press, oppose him? No. It is either for him and with him, or silent! Opposition comes almost wholly from black leaders and the "black hustlerati." The leaders don't know any better. That element of them which is so concerned about the porter and never manifests it when riding on Pullman cars at "tipping time," knows as much about trades-unionism—its origin history, achievements as I do about Sanskrit. Its "knowledge" is solely confined to abuse of that peer of statesmen of his day and generation. Samuel Gompers, and to talking about strikes, which is a thing of the past with train-service unions, the last having been in 1884. I believe. Not the "leaders." But, the "hustlerati," Ugeh! Hustler, in the nomenclature of the times, means one who lives by his wits: manipulators in games of chance, bootleggers, even: numbers barons, fakirs, hawkers, who confine themselves to their clientfile. Hustlerati describes that type of more or less academic training which will write and print anything for money, particularly if it be detrimental to the black man. The "hustlerati" knows Through your constant patronage, co-operation and good will, the Society has been enabled to serve, during 1925, a larger clientele than during any previous year. The Society is sincerely grateful for this tangible evidence of approval of its Superior Policy of Insurance Protection and Service to the race: Providing, for One Small Premium, Protection against Sickness, Accident and Death. The Society is not content with the heights attained. It has increased its Capital Stock from $30,000.00 to $100,000.00 (and the entire new issue was over subscribed without any public notice or appeal); and will perfect plans early in the New Year to extend to our group in other states, the privilege to have this Superior Insurance Protection, as well as to offer dignified employment to more of our young women and better but has so long lived on the race problem until he's so callous, he is absolutely incapable of doing better. This knowledge is all that differentiates it from the tubercle bacilli, streptococci, gonococci and other hosts of the parasites which flesh is more or less heir to. In seeking to intimidate the Pullman porter the "hustlerati" stresses the reprisals to be made by the Company, and indicates the employment of Filipinos on smoking cars as part of the plan. What honor may come to the little brown man cleaning cuspidors when the halo o' the smoking car—serving liquor—long since ceased to make porters fall out with each other in jealousy of the successful assignee? None! One of the best known porters of history, an excellent citizen of New England, gave up a smoking car berth—best in the land—after twenty-one years of service because the straight car he took pays better. A Step Forward The greatest tribute to the black man's determination to be a man is this employment of Filipinos to supercede Pullman porters. It shows that contacts with and as part of Anglo Saxon civilization tend to "bring men up, and since the black man has been brought up and there must be a man furtherest down, it is but natural to seek another "furthest down"; so we turn our eyes eastward to our island possessions. Incidentally, it is axiomatic that about this same time the Governor General of the Philippines is seeking $2,000,000 by popular subscription among us to care for 18,000 illegitimates left with native mothers when the white and black American fathers returned home." Even that is indicative; and relief from sending money to Boston to break up segregation in Washington or raising endowment funds for Swipe College at Bleat, Miss. The Filipino, too, will rise by contacts with the Anglo-Saxon and then, in getting a man furtherest down, I suggest the "hustlerati." Washing cuspidors, on or off smoking cars of the Pullman Company, would be honest work—which is more than the most of the "hustlerati" have done in a long time, if ever! Inconsistences **Hedistances** "Pullman porters are ordinary janitors, janitors are easily supplanted, anyone can do their work; therefore, the porters should not organize, because they would lose their jobs;" sayeth the "hustlerati." Any husky man can shovel coal into a locomotive; therefore the locomotive fireman should not organize, because if they do they will lose their jobs, logically infer she "hustlerati." But the firemen have been organized since 1888 as a matter of fact, and have underwritten fifty million dollars of insurance for their members. Let's see some railroad try to fire some of them because of his organization affiliation. The "hustlerlatri" ecstacies over the Pullman Company Employee Representation Plan, Says it adequately provides remedies for all wrongs and categorically supplies relief from all impositions, as well as surely guaranteeing adjustments of all grievances for porters. The plan is excellent, as represented by the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Conductors, a labor union such as are the transportation brotherhood and as is contemplated in the bus, he bet at diff bacilother wash is Pullresses Com-ment part come cus-oking ceased each stressful by the Transportation Act, 1920. Mr. Roy Lancaster, secretary-treasurer of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters, already is an ex-perienced labor leader, though only a year out of the Pullman service, because of his consistent opposition to the underlaying principle of the Employee Representation Plan, as demonstrated by his Superintendent on any and all occasions—tolerance and sufferance of 'management for employees only. Lancaster was a member of the Employee Plan grievance committee and brought to light the real reason why a porter was fined ten dollars in Virginia the next morning for "having been drunk" in North Carolina the night before. Workers? The porters should organize as they are organizing, and finally will be organized, into their own brotherhood, such as is contemplated by the Transportation Act, 1920, and such as the transportation brotherhoods are. The question which really confronts black America is how soon black labor will be permitted to work out its own salvation in a logical way free from the meddling and academic, "apriorial" gushings of the "leaders," and how quickly and absolutely can it be rid of the "black hustlerati"? Howard Excluded The Pullman Company has treated black labor better than any corporation. It is wise and knows a good thing when in sight and available This writer has been in eighteen on twenty conferences of local committeemen (employees in actual service) and railroad general management afd dining car superintendents. And there never was a conference in which he did not have to bring out things Appreciated by General Management that the local committeemen could not afford to bring out because its members are employees. It is also true that Employee Representation Plans cost management incomparably more than in industries where the unions pay their own bills. If one is as good as the other, then why impose upon the stockholders the more expensive Company Union? Selah! Oh, boy! 'Tis Christmas time and the "hustlerati" 'swings for its cheese! Black railroad train service men were killed, four or five of them, in scattered sections of the South, it is alleged because they had dared to join unions. Therefore, porters must remain unorganized, or share their fate! What brotherhood did black train-service men join down home, or up here? They were killed, true enough, and assuming that the reason was union affiliation, since when has civilized society (or barbarian) accepted as excuse for disinclination to defend one's country against invasion the fact that some of the soldiers are going to be killed? The "hustlerati" stresses the accomplishment of the Pullman Porters' Beneficial Association and publishes impressive figures to call attention to the large amount of money paid out and still on hand, in support of its dispute against trades-union organization of the porters. (How the amount was accumulated in premiums paid by porters was not published in the expensive ads.) As an "argument," however, this is about as impressive, as the contention that the Engineers should not have and ought not to maintain a necessary labor union simply because, the Metropolitan Insurance Company takes in and pays out and has millions of dollars left every year. A Brief A recent obvious brief for the Pullman Company begins thus: "Probably the most burning question before black America today is, 'Should the Pullman porters be organized into the American Federation of Labor?'" The answer is easily NO! And because it is not customary for train-service employees to affiliate with the great American Federation of Labor why not the Amalgamated Clothing General Office: 47 Massachusetts Ave., N.W. Washington, D. C. Wishes the world A Happy and Prosperous NEW YEAR May Labor find it an especially happy year CHRISTMAS Holiday Dances Murray Palace Casino Christmas Morn: Breakfast Dance The Ambassadors Christmas Night: Reception Catholic Council Review Saturday, December 26: G. Frank Jones's Christmas Special Monday, December 28: Monday Night Class Special Tuesday, December 29: Simon Commandery K. T. Reception Wednesday, December 30: The Smarter Set's Xmas Frolic Thursday, December 31: The Bachelor-Benedict's Reception New Year's Morn: Breakfast Dance The Ambassadors New Year's Matinee: Beta Beta Chapter Reception New Year's Night: G. Frank Jones's New Year's Special Tuesday, January 12th Tuesday, January 19th Tuesday, January 26th Friday, January 29th Workers? The porters should organize as they are organizing, and finally will be organized, into their own brotherhood, such as is contemplated by the Transportation Act, 1920, and such as the transportation brotherhoods are. The question which really confronts black America is how soon black labor will be permitted to work out its own salvation in a logical way free from the meddling and academic, "apriorial" gushings of the "leaders," and how quickly and absolutely can it be rid of the "black hustlerati"? The Pullman Company has treated black labor better than any corporation. It is wise and knows a good thing when in sight and available. Good masters never were arguments in favor of slavery, nevertheless. It is the most fortunate corporation of the universe; its management is the peer of any extant anywhere and everywhere. In some respects, however, it is without equal—selection of agents from the "hustlerati," for instance. The Honorable Perry W. Howard obviously had some associates forced upon him; though he had no connection with the management of the "Political and Economic conference." I know because I was official doorkeeper—until I spilled the beans by telling some preacher that little boys and girls nine years old were used as "mules" in the British mines less than a hundred years ago and not an Anglican Bishop raised his voice in protest so they had to be rescued by organization of the British Miners Union—and I was told to keep Howard out. I did—until the incident above mentioned. A Pullman porter may be a "janitor rendering very menial service," but he can spread a bed smoother than the "hustlerati" can make an argument. And if he could not wield a whiskbroom or black a pair of shoes any better than the "black hustlerati" can write against him he would starve to death if that were really the most service he renders. The Grand Council hood of Dining Incorporated General Office: 47 Mass Washington Wishes the world A H NEW Y May Labor find it an e Christmas Morn: Br Christmas Night: Re Saturday, December Monday, December Tuesday, December Wednesday, December Thursday, December New Year's Morn: H New Year's Matinee New Year's Night: Few Op Tuesday, January Tuesday, January Apply at Murray Building Y. W. C. A. News Miss Maude White who was the only delegate representing our racial group at a conference of Y. W. C. A. industrial groups at Harrisburg, Pa. on December 5th and 6th, ably presented our interests. In her report to the staff she referred to a conversation she had with a representative of an industrial group in a Pennsylvania town where they had a scarcity of telephone operators. Miss White asked if they had given the colored girls an opportunity to be telephone operators and suggested them taking this method to relieve the scarcity. The Pennsylvania girl promised to return to her home-town and do what she could to get colored girls positions. Miss White thus made her contribution as a missionary giving light to those uninformed on the color question and, true to Y. W. C. A. ideals was "changing thinking." There was an old fashion Christmas dinner served at the "Y" Cafeteria Christmas Day. A unique feature of the Open House to be observed New Year's from 6 to 9 will be a musical tea or in other words, "an evening of music." Lovers of this art are asked to participate. The Hostess Club will have charge of the Christmas Vesper Service Sunday, December 27th at 4 p.m. The speaker for the occasion will be Dr. St. Elmo Brady of Howard University. There will be special Christmas music. A cordial invitation to all. Social hour will follow. The Phyllis Wheatley Y. W. C. A. announces new classes in dressmaking and millinery of the very latest models and styles under the direction of Miss Mary Rouse. Classes every Tuesday and Thursday evening from The Girl Reserve initiation service was held Sunday at 4 p.m. The girls dressed in Girl Reserve uniform, rendered a Christmas program which was followed by the candle light service. Mis Edith Fleetwood, chairman of the Girl Reserves committee gave the inspirational talk. Club members gave musical numbers, both vocal and instrumental. The Christmas party and carol singing were special Christmas Eve features of the Girl Reserves. Clubs and classes will re-open January 4, 1926. All girls who have not joined are urged to start the New Year right and become Girl Reserves. Miss Carolyn C. Armstead leaves Wednesday 23rd for Chicago where she will spend the Christmas holidays with her parents. Miss Irene Ruff leaves on same date for Haverhill, Mass., to be the Christmas guest of her mother. THE EAST INDIA Cough & Lung Balsam For the Relief of all Diseases of the THROAT, LUNGS & CHEST Such as Colds, Coughs, Bronchitis, Pneum or Oppression of the Chest, Hoarseness, Spitting of Blood and all Pulmonary Diseases PRICES—35c each; 3 for $1.80 For Sale at the Nearest Drug Store Manufactured by THE Empire Pharmacy WASHINGTON, D. C. 2901 Sherman Ave., N.W. Phone, Columbia 9740 MAS ances Casino The Ambassadors holic Council Review 's Christmas Special y Night Class Special dery K. T. Reception er Set's Xmas Frolic Benedict's Reception The Ambassadors ta Chapter Reception s New Year's Special January May, January 19th y, January 29th street, N.W. Phone North 667 OFFICIAL ORGAN OF THE COLORED ACTORS UNION George Watkins, president of the Komedy Klub in Washington, and a very prominent operator in Chicago real estate leaves Washington the day after Christmas for Hot Springs Ark. to spend the winter months. In his absence, Bart Kennett, vice-president will direct the business of the organization. H. K. Felts has decided to remain at his home in Danville, Va., for the winter while his wife makes further gains in health. Look out for him next spring. Wade Whaley and his syncopators furnished the melody for the Phyllis Wheatley Club at Golden Gate Hall in San Francisco. The Gayety Club of New York celebrated Christmas afternoon with a matinee dance at Manhattan Casino. Alex. Johnson's Plantation orchestra played the engagement. Thomas Pitts, an aggressive Baltimore motion picture operator was in Washington last Sunday in the interests of the film boys of his city. He has arranged a series of conferences with other professional Union officials looking toward cooperation. J. Rosamond Johnson and Taylor Gordon are going on a concert tour doing a program of spirituals and folk songs under the booking direction of Richard Copley, former manager of a western Lyceum bureau. The pair open at Town Hall, New York on December 20. Miller and Lyles, Johnnie Hudgins and Rosamond Johnson worked a benefit for the Fisk University Endowment Fund at the Selwyn Theatre, New York. Irving Berlin and Lew Holtz, white stars appeared on the bill. This concert should be especially pleasing to Miller and Lyles who are both Fisk men. It affords an excellent opportunity to show that they can forgive a faculty that once misjudged them. Walter Plummer his moved the old reliable Independent agency from the Romax Building, where he has been for a number of years, to a suite of offices in the Strand Theatre Building, New York. "The midnight council of the Kings" is the title of a drama based upon a conflict between the Christian religion and Mohammedism that J. E. Cobb, a Negro of Wichita is trying to have produced. Johnnie Hudgins has again become the featured attraction at the Club Alabam, New York, Eddie Green is also in the floor show cast of the place. The Revue that Louis Douglas and Josephine Beker took to Paris early this fall has concluded its engagement at the Theatre De Etoile in that city and will be presented under the management of Mime. Rasimi at the Rivieri under the title of "The Revue Negre." In the spring the outfit is bokked for appearances at Nice and Berlin. Billy Michell with John Churchill, Tootsie Jordon, Ernest Taylor, and a chorus that has been with him in vaudeville, have accepted a special engagement at the Frontenac Club, New York City. The girls in the outfit are Henrietta Frederick, Gwendolyn Posy, Juanita Boyd, Marguerite Beckett. Deppes Orchestra with Bobby Robinson and Olifton Jones dancing specialists have been engaged for the Ritz Cafe in Cleveland, Ohio. The Sunshine Sammy Company is in Columbus, Ohio, this week. Joe Camouche and Cleo Mitchell with their company have been heavily billed for their appearance at the Lafayette Theatre, New York, this week. Gonzelle White and her troupe were the featured act at the Lincoln Theatre, New York, last week. Flapper: "Can you recommend this brand of perfume?" TELL 'EM HELLO from coast to coast Patrons, Managers, Profession and Deacons Says Jimmie Dick of DICK AND DICK Tucker & Gresham C. A. U. MEMBERS Send greetings of the season to friends in and out of the profession. --- J.A.JACKSON'S THEATRICAL PAGE Building Without Foundation (By S. T. Whitney, Smarter Set Co.) There is an impressive little story or parable related in the Bible that has to do with the building of two houses; one of these houses was erected upon the sand. I imagine that the builder of this house was an impetuous sort of fellow, envious and jealous, determined to keep ahead of the other fellow no matter what the cost. So when he heard that his competitor was making preparations to erect a house he made up his mind he was going to beat him to it. He also knew that the other fellow knew his business and that the only way he could take the lead was to put up his house without a stone foundation. Experienced contractors saw what he was about and warned him that a house built upon the sand would not stand. But he was unheeled, stubborn and persistent. "Shucksi!" said he, "Just because you olftimers have put up a few shacks you presume to know all about building. We never have floods in this region, and you know it; you're jealous, that's all; you want to see the other fellow beat me out." So he built his house upon the sands, and the storms came, the waters descended and the floods arose and the house upon the sands without a foundation was utterly destroyed. The other builder used better judgment; he believed that if a thing was worth doing at all it was worth doing well. He kept so busy with his own affairs that he had small time to worry about what the other fellow was doing. He knew it would take longer to lay a solid foundation, that the cost would be greater and the labor more difficult, but nevertheless he erected his house upon a solid foundation of stone and when the storms broke, the waters descended and the floods came, his house withstood the onslaught. The lesson is obvious. There is nothing beautiful about a foundation, and the hope it represents is temporary and untrue. There was nothing about the foundations of the Pennsylvania R. R. Terminal, New York City, the Woolworth building of the same city, or Lincoln's Memorial at Washington, D.C., that suggested the massive grandeur of the terminal, the sky-scraping dignity of the Woolworth or the exquisite beauty of the Lincoln Memorial, yet thoseugly, rugged, time-resisting, elements defying foundations had to be laid to insure the safety of the structures built upon them. Knowledge is our educational foundation, experience and intelligence enable us to make use of the knowledge we have acquired. There is no easy road to success, and a short cut, in most cases, proves to be the longest way to the end. Success must be built upon the foundation of knowledge and experience. Because a man is a successful banker it does not obtain that he, without knowledge and experience, of the show business, can be a successful theatrical promoter. The same line of reasoning applies to the writing of shows, the building of shows, the managing of shows and the starring of shows. A man must have knowledge of and experience in the department of whatever business he expects to enter if he expects to succeed. Some of our big shows were financial failures because the promoters lacked the necessary knowledge and experience. A vaudeville success argues no guarantee of a road show success, and vice versa. The promoters of these shows did not know how to purchase scenery, costumes and paper at the least possible cost. They did not know how to hire their help at a reasonable wage. Envy and jealousy impelled them to employ more people than was necessary for the successful presentation of their shows. They had no previous long, difficult and hazardous road show experience. They assembled their shows according to New York standards and found things entirely different in Boston, Philadelphia, Chicago and Sheedunk. When emergencies arose and they encountered difficulties and obstacles outside their limited knowledge and experience, they were helpless and their enterprises floundered in the sea of ignorance and inexperience. A half dozen promoters of small shows now playing small time could have steerer their shows clear of disaster. Everywhere we meet boys and girls frantically searching for short cuts to fame, success and riches. Once in a time, Dame Fortune, just to prove her fickleness and inconsistency, selects an unknown and sends that one hurling across the theatrical horizon in a blaze of glory only to drop that one, like a discarded toy, into the dark night of public forgetfulness. Our girls are inspired by the achievements of Florence Mills and Ethel Waters, and are disappointed that they cannot reach at a single stride, the high pedestals upon which these wonderful atrists now stand. Florence and Ethel and other girls who have reached a high place in public favor, paid for their tuition in the school of experience with some of the best years of their lives. They struggled upwards through the smokey fogged atmosphere of cabarets, over SECOND SECTION The Washington Tribune SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1925 KSON'S THEATRICA Theatres, Parks, Fairs, The Deacons Club and Allied Amu the discomforts of small theatres and by the uncertain, small salaried route of cheap vaudeville. They have built well on the strong foundation of knowledge and experience and are not fearful of any emergency that may arise. Rough Roads Our boys are shooting at the mark set by the great Bert Williams and George Walker; a commendable ambition, but they must not forget that Bert and George acquired their knowledge and experience the hardest way. They knew what it was to tinker and pass the hat; how to draw their trouser belts tighter when the meals became lighter. Their courage was tested by disappointing vaudeville engagements. Their knowledge, experience, tenacity, will-power and courage were tried by the failure of their first shows. Stage Hands and Operators Confer in Washington A number of Baltimore stage hands and motion picture operators visited fellow craftsmen in Washington last Sunday. Ostensibly the call was just one of those pleasure jaunts to the Capital City, but in as much as the boys were chaperoned by Mr. Chaeney, stage manager of the Howard Theatre and that they were visitors in several projection rooms, it seems that they were trying to make the trip an educational tour. The Balti- The Deacons AYRES IS SOME NEWSIE Deacon Vice-President of the Central District, located in Columbus, Ohio, is piling up distinctions. Newgoes participated for the first time actively in the city charity drive, and Ayres sold papers on the street for a day. He sold the first paper for twenty dollars to C. W. Bryant, and other colored man. Bryant is one of the richest Negro contractors in America. Ayres sold more than a hundred and fifty dollars worth of newspapers and closed the day and "Top man" in show parlance. The It is also well to remember that no one can reach the top wholly assisted; some one must boost, pull shove, set a precedent, show the way or balance the ladder at some stage of the journey. A tale is told of a great organist, who, after the rendition of a masterpiece, stood forth to acknowledge the salvo of applause that greeted him. Imagine his surprise to see the organ blower, the man who pumped the belows, also come forth and bow and then have the effrontery to say to the virtuoso: "We done it, didn't we boss!" "We! we!" shouted the enraged musician. "You have done nothing, I did it! get back in your hole!" The great artist resealed himself at the organ, pressed the keys, but there was no response. The organ blower had struck. "What is the trouble?" rasped the virtuoso. "Who done it?" asked the organ blower. "We done it!" was the reluctant, ungrammatical reply of the artist. "Very well, we'll do it again," was the satisfied reply of the organ blower. Also it is well to remember that "a haughty spirit goes before a fall," and that ingratitude very nearly approaches the unpardonable sin. Some may ask, by what right do I pen these lines. My answer is this, by chance. Not the egotistical variety that presumes to know all, that has been everywhere and seen every thing; but the sort that any common sensed person would be expected to acquire after more than twenty-five years in all departments of show business. Five years with a male quartette playing the leading churches and Y.M.C.A.'s. Then with my quartette for a nucleus I began the construction of my first show which numbered seven persons, then nine, with a company varying from 12 to 18 persons I played five years of one-nighters. Played in halls, churches, barns, parks, under canvas and in small opera houses. I have built a stage from coffin boxes. My first big show was the "Ex-President of Liberia," under the management of Ed Dale, Cape May, N.J. I don't think I have ever constructed a better show. After this Homer joined me. Wishing to learn more about big show business we left our own show of thirty people and joined S. H. Dudley's Smart Set Co. We were both placed in the chorus. Three months later I was made stage manager and given the leading straight role. Homer was made a principal. After the second season with S. H. Dudley, which seasons included two summer seasons with a partnership in Dudley's Jolly Ethiopians, we left to star Black Patti's Troubadours. In 1908-'09 we organized the second Smart Set Co. In 1916 we gained control of the company and rechristened it the Smarter Set, and with the exception of one season the show has never been out of our management. Whitney and Tutt have played their shows from New Orleans to Broadway. We have written and presented successfully 14 big shows and 25 tablolides. We have written the shows, contributed musical numbers to each, staged all but two of them; have assisted in designing costumes, and painting scenery. 3, 1177 Circle The Clet Club Of the City of New York ORCHESTRAS and ENTERTAINERS. "Par Excellence" Street A. FENNAR, Manager Telephones 1176, 1177 Circle The Clef Club Of the City of New York ORCHESTRAS and ENTERTAINERS. "Par Excellence" 134 West 53rd Street. A. FENNAR, Manager NATURAL HAIR WIGS SWITCHES, TRANSFORMATIONS, CURLS, CLUSTER PUFFS, HAIR NETS, STRAIGHTENING COMBS AND EVERYTHING IN HAIR GOODS. WIGS MADE TO YOUR ORDER. Free Catalogue sent on Request. ALEX. MARKS 662 Eighth Ave.,—Dept. J—New York, N.Y. Our Career ```markdown ``` SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 1925 Stage Hands and Operators Confer in Washington A number of Baltimore stage hands and motion picture operators visited fellow craftsmen in Washington last Sunday. Ostensibly the call was just one of those pleasure jaunts to the Capital City, but in as much as the boys were chaperoned by Mr. Chaeney, stage manager of the Howard Theatre and that they were visitors in several projection rooms, it seems that they were trying to make the trip an educational tour. The Baltimore boys are a wide awake group, if one may judge by the pleasantly intelligent interview the executive editor of this man enjoyed with them. The group spent two hours with Tribune editors, much to our enjoyment. The quartette included J. T Pitts, operator at the Lincoln Theatre; Charles F. Vodery, operator at the Dunbar theatre and one of the most widely known makers of film slides in Maryland; Moxley Willis, operator at the Royal Theatre; and Luther Holmes, stage manager of the same house. These are the leaders among a dozen operators and eighteen stage hands in the Oriole City. WE VISIT THE BLUE MOUSE We spent a Sunday evening as the joint guest of George Martin, owner of the Blue Mouse Theatre and Lonnie Fisher whose company was playing the theatre recently; and we learned a lot about why the little house is so popular. George gives personal attention to everything from ticket box to deportment inside, and his efforts are capably supplemented by the work of a son whose Howard University status has not spoiled him one bit. He is a democratic, hard-working young man The house was packed, and Lonnie gave them the sort of show that justified his being held over for another week. Jewel Cox, Lonnie and his supporting comedian were the outstanding, single artists, and that four had a nifty little chorus, all of which goes to explain why Mrs. Fisher can afford a Hudson in which to ride her friends. Give 'em the goods, and the public will give you the money, is proved in the case of this little theatre and show. designed the paper and furnished most of the publicity matter. We have never stranded. When "Oh Joy!" closed in Boston the show was under the management of Lou Rogers and was a decided hit. His finances were low, he issued some bad checks and concluded not to wait for the sheriff. We saw that every member of the company reached New York. We closed "North Ain't South" because the paper was undesirable, the title misleading and our financial support was withdrawn. At the time of closing the show was booked three months in advance and could have continued. In each instance we saw that every member of the company had tickets or funds to go wherever they desired. We have not yet had our long run on Broadway but we are confident of doing so. "Oh Joy!" had a brief showing and made good on the big street and but for the mismanagement of Lou Rogers could have had long runs in New York and Chicago—just the breaks in the game. I often wonder, if after all, there is not more joy in the thrill, the suspense, the sport and glory of the game, than in reaching the end folks call success. Singing, Daneing and Talking Act Send greetings of the season We have joined the C. A. U. The Deacons AYRES IS SOME NEWSIE Deacon Lee-President of the Central District, located in Columbus, Ohio, is piling up distinctions. Negroes participated for the first time actively in the city charity drive, and Ayres sold papers on the street for a day. He sold the first paper for twenty dollars to C. W. Bryant, another colored man. Bryant is one of the richest Negro contractors in America. Ayres sold more than a hundred and fifty dollars worth of newspapers and closed the day as "Top man" in show parlance. The Deacons and Nobles stuck manfully with him, and as a consequence, Negroes are held in a much higher esteem than heretofore in Ohio. The Ohio State Journal, a white daily praises Ayres highly. June Howard, the long, tall Shriner from Columbus, Ohio, who spent the summer in Europe, passed through Washington en route to Wilcox, Fla., where he will spend a month. His family is in New York for the winter, and Columbus Deacons will have to struggle along without June. Senior Deacon Charles Thorpe of The Four KOMEDY I The Founders of the KOMEDY KLUB, Inc. The Founders of the KOMEDY KLUB, Inc. PETER H. GEORGE WATKINS, President 1235 7th Street, N.W. Phone, France Give the KLUB a visit w C. A. U. members in good stand CHARLES Metropolitan agent for COLORED OT for Parks, Fairs, Clubs, Hotel Tours directed New York Headqu Gayety Theatre Building Sunshine The Famous little BURGE WATKINS, BART KENNEY President Manager and Treer 1235 7th Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. Phone, Franklin 10429 Give the KLUB a visit when in Washington, D.C. members in good standing are always guest m CHARLES MATSON Metropolitan agent for the better type of COLORED ORCHESTRAS Parks, Fairs, Clubs, Hotels, and Dance Engagement Selected Entertainers f New York Headquarters for Talent Theatre Building 1547 Broadway, No Sunshine Samm The Famous little Film Star and his CHARLES MATSON Metropolitan agent for the better type of COLORED ORCHESTRAS for Parks, Fairs, Clubs, Hotels, and Dance Engagements Tours directed Entertainers furnished New York Headquarters for Talent Gayety Theatre Building 1547 Broadway, New York Selected Vaudeville Unit Of unique, novel and e Including Brown and Margt Jenkins and Jere Touring under the personal sup (Father of Sammy). For bookings address as per Route Care of Washington Tribune, ALL ACTS, COMPANIES Commu Of unique, novel and entertaining colored acts, including Brown and Marguerite—Sidney Easton T. Jenkins and Jenkins and others. under the personal supervision of JOSEPH M. of Sammy). ings address as per Route or of Washington Tribune, 920 U St., N.W., Washington ALL ACTS, COMPANIES and THEATRE MAN Communicate with the Of unique, novel and entertaining colored acts Including Brown and Marguerite—Sidney Easton Trio— Jenkins and Jenkins and others. Touring under the personal supervision of JOSEPH MORRISON, (Father of Sammy). ALL ACTS, COMPANIES and THEATRE MANAGERS Communicate with the T. O. B. A. (THEATRE OWNERS CHATTAN SAM. E. REEVIN, Mgr., Suite 12 S. H. DUDLEY, 1223 Seventh Stre MARTIN KLEIN—Overton Bldg. (THEATRE OWNERS' BOOKING ASSOCIATE CHATTANOOGA, TENN. REEVIN, Mgr., Suite 1212-13, Volunteer Life Blvd. DLEY, 1223 Seventh Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. KLEIN—Overton Bldg., 3621, So. State Street, O (THEATRE OWNERS' BOOKING ASSOCIATION) CHATTANOOGA, TENN. CHATTANOOGA, TENN. SAM. E. REEVIN, Mgr., Suite 1212-13, Volunteer Life Bldg. S. H. DUDLEY, 1223 Seventh Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. MARTIN KLEIN—Overton Bldg., 3621, So. State Street, Chicago, Ill The Lafayette Theatre Seventh Avenue NEW YO The theatre that represents to you way to big opportunity. Here is w is focussed on your work. ACTS, PRODUCERS submit what you have to present audience. VISITORS TO THE a visit to the Lafayette while in the the shows, acts and pictures that a WHEN IN WASHING Seventh Avenue at 131st Street NEW YORK CITY theatre that represents to the Colored Profession t opportunity. Here is where the eyes of the thee d on your work. ACTS, PRODUCERS AND MANAGERS what you have to present to Harlem's most disc VISITORS TO THE METROPOLIS the Lafayette while in the city is to have an ear acts and pictures that are the season's best offe WHEN IN WASHINGTON, D.C., GIVE THE The theatre that represents to the Colored Profession the gateway to big opportunity. Here is where the eyes of the theatre world is focussed on your work. ACTS, PRODUCERS AND MANAGERS submit what you have to present to Harlem's most discriminating audience. VISITORS TO THE METROPOLIS a visit to the Lafayette while in the city is to have an early view of the shows, acts and pictures that are the season's best offerings. SUMMIT HOTEL THE ONCE OVER. BART KENNETT, Manager 59 Rooms, $3.00 week up. 14 Bath R Up-To-Date Phone, I THE ONCE OVER. YOU WILL LIKE IT. ANNETT, Manager C. R. MEGGIN 8.00 week up. 14 Bath Rooms, Hot and Cold Water To-Date Phone, Franklin 8433 THE ONCE OVER. YOU WILL LIKE IT. BART KENNETT, Manager C. R. MEGGINSON, Prop. 59 Rooms, $3.00 week up. 14 Bath Rooms, Hot and Cold Water, year round Up-To-Date Phone, Franklin 8433 CHILDREN'S PAGE FEATURES Ada Lockhart Booker Injured in Accident Ada Lockhart Booker, leading lady with the "Silas Green from New Orleans" show was injured by a fall from the car at Sarasota, Fla., last week. She suffered two fractured ribs, and contusions of arms and legs that will keep her out of the cast for some weeks. New York is a busy man these holidays. The Past Potentate of Medina Temple No. 19, has arranged a Xmas party of Shriners at Deacon Happy Rhone's Club on December 21. On December 26, the same Nobles will assemble at Public School 89, New York and distribute packages of presents to the children of Harlem. There is no discrimination made by the Medina Nobles as to the race of the children who receive their gifts. It's truly a Noble crowd. Anthony B. Rice, Fraternal editor of the Pittsburgh Courier, has been commissioned as a Circuit Rider in the Deacons' club. The commission dates from January 1, 1926. Officers and members will be governed accordingly. ders of the KLUB, Inc. BART KENNETT, Manager and Treasurer N., Washington, D.C. Barklin 10429 When in Washington, D.C. ding are always guest members. MATSON for the better type of ORCHESTRAS Mels, and Dance Engagements Entertainers furnished quarters for Talent 1547 Broadway, New York The Sammy Film Star and his entertaining colored acts uquerite—Sidney Easton Trio— binks and others. preservation of JOSEPH MORRISON, te or 920 U St., N.W., Wash., D.C. ICS and THEATRE MANAGERS nicate with the S' BOOKING ASSOCIATION) NNOOGA, TENN. 212-13, Volunteer Life Bldg., set, N.W., Washington, D.C. 3621, So. State Street, Chicago, Ill at 131st Street MARK CITY the Colored Profession the gate- where the eyes of the theatre world S AND MANAGERS to Harlem's most discriminating THE METROPOLIS the city is to have an early view of share the season's best offerings. TON, D.C., GIVE THE YOU WILL LIKE IT. C. R. MEGGINSON, Prop. rooms, Hot and Cold Water, year round. Franklin 5433 --- Route Lists on Page Seven In order that a more complete list of dates may be presented to our readers, the route lists are presented on page seven which goes to press later than does this page. PROFESSIONAL CARDS Cards with one-line bold-faced type, 75 cents for one insertion, four insertions for two dollars. All payments in advance. When out of town send express or P. G. Money Order made payable to THE WASHINGTON TRIBUNE. WANTED Young Home Talent Choristers, Singers, Dancers and Musicians for engagement in and about Washington. NO TRAVEL Apply to— TED SMITH, SUMMIT HOTEL 1223 Seventh Street, N.W. JOHNNIE LEE LONG'S Miniature Musical Comedy Production DIXIANNA featuring the tiny cyclonic comedienne, Catherine Patterson, and the spasmodic blackface comedienne, Ruth Coleman. Fifteen people with special scenery. Permanent: 1223 Seventh St, N.W., Wash., D.C. Hezekiah Dorothy JENKINS AND JENKINS A musical comedy act In Vaudeville Members C. A. U. Care Washington Tribune 920 U St., Washington, D. C. GIBSON'S CHOCOLATE BOX BETHEL GIBSON, Mgr. A Tabloid with Special Scenery Perm. 1223 Seventh St., Washington, D. C. BOOTS HOPE Now managing ALAMO Theatre Washington, D.C. Write in H. K. FELTS Concessioner and hustling Agent Home for the Winter Selling Washington Tribunes for the joy of helping 854 Munroe St., Danville, Va. BROWN & MARGUERITE Whirlwind Dancers featuring An Apache Number, in Vaudeville Permanent: Care Washington Tribune 920 U Street, N.W. Stopping Places C. V. A. R. 1512 Pennsylvania Ave. Baltimore, Md. Baltimore, Md. Catering exclusively to show folks. Board at Rockbottom rates. Lounging room at your service. Typewriter, books and papers, and theatrical clippings available, all without cost to guests. Mrs. Mae Willis, Prop. Billy Willis, Mgr. MRS. ELLA LEMON Professional Boarding House with All Modern Conveniences 505 MOSHER ST., BALTIMORE, MD. The mother of Eddie Lemon with "Runnin' Wild." The wife of Joe Lemon at the Regent Theatre. STOP AT TOM SMITH'S HOTEL When in Baltimore, Md. Druid Hill Ave. and Paca St. The Lincoln Theatre 60 West 135 St., New York City playing the best acts illable. The New York home of me f the Race acts. Keep us posted your open time. You know our standards and our scale. R. M. SNYDER, Managed