Wisconsin Weekly Blade

The Wisconsin Weekly Blade THE FLY IN T The Story of a Worth Why the 365th Infantry Did Not When it was learned that the of Death, fresh from the mouth Grant for demobilization advance the interests of the to Washington: THE FLY IN THE OINTMENT The Story of a Worthy Effort That Failed. Why the 365th Infantry Did Not Parade in Madison as Scheduled When it was learned that the 365th Inf., "Back from the jaws of Death, fresh from the mouth of Hell," was about to return to Camp Grant for demobilization, the Blade, in line with its policy to advance the interests of the colored people, wired the following to Washington: Hon. Emmett J. Scott, Room 144, War Dept. Bldg., Washington, D. C. Dear Sir: 365th Infy. scheduled to arrive in New York on White Star liner Olympic next Tuesday. Woul like to get Hdq. Company and Co. F. stop in Madison en route to Camp Grant or the entire battalion. To whom shall we wire? Dear Sir: 365th Infy. scheduled to arrive in New York on White Star liner Olympic next Tuesday. Woul like to get Hdq. Company and Co. F. stop in Madison en route to Camp Grant or the entire battalion. To whom shall we wire? Respectfully. Wis. Weekly Blade. Following reply was received: Key, Editor Wisconsin Blade, I have been absent from the city on off- rants for this delay in answering your relative to having Hdq. Co. and Co. attted to stop in Madson enroute to C upon my return to the city, I took up one of the Chief of Staff, and in an off- ceived I am informed,—"1. Arrangement that part of 365th Infantry which is Ill., stop in Chicago. Madison, Wis. The 365th Infantry enroute to C on fro millinois and Wisconsin, and va Cincinnati. Policy of War Depart- see their own troops in parade." War Department which is applied as a ate at the port of debarkation detachm parts of the country than the bulk of such detachments directly to their the regiment is then assigned to the C which it comes. Regiment which usually contains the bar oses. e to arrange parades for small deachm ary commercial trains due to the delay. you of my entire willingness to serve at a which you or the other good citizen are interested, I am, And to this the following reply was received: Mr. J. Anthony Josey, Editor Wisconsin Blade, My Dear Sir: I have been a business which accounts for the letter of recent date relative to 55th Infantry permitted to surrender. Immediately upon my matter with the office of the Clemorandum just received I am already made to have that paragon signed to Camp Grant, Ill., stop so be included. 2. The 368 grant consists of men from my impracticable to route va Cincinnati to let home people see their own "The policy of the War Department rule, is to separate at the belonging in other parts of the regiment and to send such detaches. The bulk of the regiment is the state from which it comes." "The part of the regiment used for parade purposes." "It is not practicable to arrange which travel on ordinary commuted. Wishing to assure you of my time in any matter in which Madison, Wisconsin are interested. Special Assistant to Sec. A few days later this was followed: J. Anthony Josey, Editor, The My Dear Sir: I have been absent from the city on official business which accounts for this delay in answering your kind letter of recent date relative to having Hdq. Co. and Co. "F", 365th Infantry permitted to stop in Madson enroute to Camp Grant. Immediately upon my return to the city, I took up this matter with the office of the Chief of Staff, and in an official memorandum just received I am informed,—"1. Arrangements already made to have that part of 365th Infantry which is assigned to Camp Grant, Ill., stop in Chicago, Madison, Wis., will also be included. 2. The 365th Infantry enroute to Camp Grant consists of men fro mIllinois and Wisconsin, and it is impracticable to route va Cincinnati. Policy of War Department is to let home people see their own troops in parade." "The policy of the War Department which is applied as a general rule, is to separate at the port of debarkation detachments belonging in other parts of the country than the bulk of the regiment and to send such detachments directly to their own states. The bulk of the regiment is then assigned to the Camp in the state from which it comes. "The part of the regiment which usually contains the band is used for parade purposes. "It is not practicable to arrange parades for small deachments which travel on ordinary commercial trains due to the delay involved. Wishing to assure you of my entire willingness to serve at any time in any matter in which you or the other good citizens of Madison, Wisconsin are interested, I am." unt to Secretary of War, Rooms 144-11 this was followed by a definite announcer Editor, The Wisconsin Blade. The hundred sixty fifth infantry about Camp Upton March 2 for Camp Grant and Madison enroute, arrive Madison a date from railroad authorities at M ecessary arrangements with the may- policed during parade. HARRIS strength of these communications, pre- ceive the troops in a manner befitting soldiers to a grateful country. The matter up and gave the proper pub- lison, without regard to race or color, (C ) settled down to anticipation of a monor to their beloved city. unknown to those in charge of the a- ger in his tent," and plotting to destroy fewly prepared. Like a bolt out of a is received on Saturday, the 8th, just ected arrival of the troops: Special Assistant to Secretary of War, Rooms 144-146 A few days later this was followed by a definite announcement as follows: Detachment three hundred hundred men leave Camp Upto topping in Chicago and Madis March 10 or 11, definite date from on. Please make necessary aave streets properly policed d And so, on the strength of ons were made to receive the return of victorious soldiers t Detachment three hundred sixty fifth infantry about nine hundred men leave Camp Upton March 2 for Camp Grant. Ill., stopping in Chicago and Madison enroute, arrive Madison about March 10 or 11, definite date from railroad authorities at Madison. Please make necessary arrangements with the mayor to have streets properly policed during parade. HARRIS. And so, on the strength of these communications, preparations were made to receive the troops in a manner befitting the return of victorious soldiers to a grateful country. The various dailies took the matter up and gave the proper publicity. And the people of Madison, without regard to race or color, (with perhaps one exception) settled down to anticipation of a rare treat and a distinct honor to their beloved city. In the meanwhile, unknown to those in charge of the affair, someone was "sulking in his tent," and plotting to destroy that which had been so carefully prepared. Like a bolt out of a clear sky the following was received on Saturday, the 8th, just two days prior to the expected arrival of the troops: Washington, D. C., March 8, 1919. itor Wisconsin Blade, Madison, Wis. andred and one thousand soldiers of 3 day enroute for Camp Grant, Ill., read 11. Colonel McAndrew, war departm Mr. Phillipps, chairman committee could not take care of so large nur Andrew advises that one trainload ins be routed via Madison if desired and agent to Camp Grant. Rush wire rep尔er Madison can entertain all or par EMMETT J. SCOTT, Special Asst. to J. Anthony Josey, Editor Wisconsin Blade, Madison, Wis. Between nine hundred and one thousand soldiers of 365th Infantry will leave today enroute for Camp Grant, Ill., reaching Madison about March 11. Colonel McAndrew, war department received message from Mr. Phillipps, chairman committee at Madison, stating Madison could not take care of so large number of men. Colonel McAndrew advises that one trainload instead of total number could be routed via Madison if desired and band will accompany contingent to Camp Grant. Rush wire reply at once indicating whether Madison can entertain all or part of these soldiers. EMMETT J. SCOTT, Special Asst. to Secretary of War. Time and the absence of Mr. Josey from the city on the receipt of the foregoing made it impossible to counteract the ill effects of the "message from Mr. Phillips" referred to above. As a result Madison was cheated of its first opportunity to witness a parade of heroes from the bloody fields of France, and almost certainly its only chance of seeing Americans of African descent in battle array. At present, the "message from Mr. Phillips," referred to above, is the only chapter of "The Failure of a Worthy Effort." We have given you the record as it is written. Time and the absence of Mr. Josey from the city on the receipt of the foregoing made it impossible to counteract the ill effects of the "message from Mr. Phillips" referred to above. As a result Madison was cheated of its first opportunity to witness a parade of heroes from the bloody fields of France, and almost certainly its only chance of seeing Americans of African descent in battle array. At present, the "message from Mr. Phillips," referred to above, is the only chapter of "The Failure of a Worthy Effort." We have given you the record as it is written. Now the question naturally arises, who is "Mr. Phillips, chairman committee at Madison"? Who is it that sent word to Col. McAndrew that Madison was unwilling or unable to entertain for a few hours, soldiers of the American Expeditionary Forces on their way from the bloody fields of France to Camp? Who was it that, in this behalf, dared to assume a name so like that of our Governor as to be confused with it and thus give a wrong impression? We frankly admit we do not KNOW; we would that we did. We do, however, SUSPECT that it was the same person who, on another occasion, 16 months ago, when it was proposed to entertain some of these same men of the 365th on the eve of their departure for camp, endeavored to have cancelled permission already obtained for the use of the G. A. R. rooms of Wisconsin's Capitol. We do SUSPECT that it was the same person who, less than 8 months ago, attempted to defeat a meeting of colored citizens in the interest of Senator Roy P. Wilcox's guberna- VOLUME III. H. n. Emr. stt J. Scott, Room 144, War Dept. Washington, D. C. Madison, Wis. Madison. Wis. J. Anthony Josev, Ed. and Mgr. Sincerely yours, EMMET J. SCOTT Secretary of War. MADISON, WIS., SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 1919 HISTORY - REVOLUTIONARY WAR- Peter Salem Crispus Attucks - WAR OF 1812- John Johnson with Commodore Perry at Lake Erie Major Jeffries with General Andrew Jackson at Battle New Orleans - CIVIL WAR- Sergt. Carney at FORT WAGNER Capt. Cailloux at Port Hudson Chris Fleetwood at PETERSBURG - SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR 9TH and 10TH Calvary, Sept. 24TH and 25TH INC. MEXICAN TROUBLE 10TH CALVARY - WAR WITH GERMANY- Henry Johnson Needham Roberts This space is reserved for deeds of valor, as yet, NOT KNOWN THE AMERICAN NEGRO SOLDIER James B. Davidson torial aspirations by falsely representing that the meeting had been called off. We do SUSPECT that it was the same person who, in 1915, because he could not dictate the program, would have prevented the successful execution of the committee's plans for Wisconsin Day at the Negro Exposition in Chicago, had not an appeal been made by phone to the Governor himself. We do SUSPECT that it is the same person who has repeatedly discouraged the belief that the vote of the Negro in Wisconsin was to be considered and made it impossible to secure an additional colored person in the service of the State. We do SUSPECT that it is the same person who, ever since we refused to permit him to shape the policy of The Blade has repeatedly declared that The Blade would die in a few weeks and has bitterly opposed the editor and all of his efforts. To ascertain definitely who was the author of that message, a committee on investigation has been appointed and is now at work. When found we purpose to deal with him in whatever manner may be found necessary to prevent a recurrence of these things. In the meanwhile you may pursue a policy of watchful waiting. The Blade wants a wide awake representative to act as agent in every city or town. A liberal commission allowed. A chance for smart and intelligent young men and women to grow up with the Great Race paper in the west. Write The Blade, 326 State Street, Madison, Wis. LEADERSHIP The day has passed when a big mouth, two sonorous lungs and a hard head mounted over two big feet are the necessary requisites of Negro leadership. These perilous times demand leaders with true grit, real education, and strictest integrity. Men who will fight for the triumph of a common cause and not desert it to further their own personal preferment. Men who can and will accomplish something for the Race, really worth while. —Wichita Protest. FOR TABLOID OF NEWS COLUMN: METROPOLIS, Ill. — Toussaint L-Overture, Alston, a young colored man, graduate of Howard University, Washington, D. C., is author of a book called "Songs of the Free", which is meeting the approval of both races. He is also a composer of ability, having written several songs and musical plays. charged from service at Camp Grant. Corp. Sam Dum, who was chief mechanic in the 36th Infantry, has returned to Madison after overseas service. He too is highly recommended for efficient service. FAVOR REPEAL OF WHEY BRANDING The St. Patrick entertainment at the home of Misses Gladys and Marion Buckner on last Monday evening for the benefit of St. Paul A. M. E. church, was a success. Corp. Wm. R. Carmicheal, Secretary and Treasurer Blade Publishing Co., from overseas service returned to Madison Tuesday night after being honorably discharged at Camp Grant. He returns with excellent papers which bespeak of the high record made while in service. Sergt. Austin Roberts, 365 Infantry, is in Madison after being dis CITY NEWS VER HAD A CHANCE. The representative to act as agent in commission allowed. A chance men and women to grow up with est. Write The Blade, 326 State WORSHIP. Big mouth, two sonorous lungs and big feet are the necessary requiise perilous times demand leaders and strictest integrity. Men who common cause and not desert it preferment. Men who can and the Race, really worth while. charged from service at Camp Grant. Corp. Sam Dum, who was chief mechanic in the 36th Infantry, has returned to Madison after overseas service. He too is highly recommended for efficient service. FAVOR REPEAL OF WHEY BRANDING Committee In Action on Olson Bill on Butter Question FAVOR REPEAL OF WHEY BRANDING Committee In Action on Olson Bill on Butter Question By divided vote the state affairs committee recommended for passage the Olson bill which repeals the clause requiring the branding of whey butter. The judiciary committee recommended the Burke resolution calling for a reduction in the representation in congress of those states which deny suffrage in violation of the 15th amendment. MORE ANON. —Wichita Protest. $10,000 MANSION PRESENTED TO JOHNSON. (Blade News Service.) ALBANY, N. Y.-Robert Johnson (colored) of Albany, who was presented a $10,000 residence by the citizens of his native town for his heroism at the front, will be invited to attend the great celebration at Buffalo which will be held at a later date. Private Johnson, who was a member of the old Fifteenth National Guard of New York, after discharging his rifle and throwing a supply of, hand grenades, dashed among the Germans and killed six and wounded 35 of them with his bolo knife. Mr. J. A. Josey, My Dear Friend. I am now on my furlough, stopping at the best of hotels and believe me I am having a wonderful time. These people and their country are certainly interesting. I was in Paris on the 25th of Jan. Some town. I am expecting to go to Italy before returning to my company. It must be very cold there now; very pleasant here, only a light snow. I can look out of my window on the beautiful Alps mountains. Some scenery. I wrote to you on the 18th of Jan. Guess you have it by this time. All the boys that left with me are well. Haven't seen any of the boys from the 265th from Madison. We are expecting to come home very soon now. I am longing to land back into dear old America. Regards to the family. Yours truly, Corp. Benj. Battice, Co. L., 803 Inf. CAMP GRANT SOCIAL ITEMS By George W. McEwen The Douglas Cafe at 510 Elm street is quite a popular place recently. The writer had the honor of seeing three members of the famous 365th Infantry, U. S. A., for the first time March 11, 1919, at the Douglas in the persons of Lieuts. F. Buggs of my old regiment, the 25th Inf. and Victor C. Lightfoot; also Pvt. Roberts. My new bunkie of Co. M. 370th in the person of Corporal Joe E. Holland, home town, Metropolis, Ill., 317 West 11th St., had a little misfortune recently at the Douglas. Kid Pvt. Ramsey, address 3141$^2$ N. 5th St., Springfield, Ill., was the cause of it all. Subscribe for the Wisconsin Weekly Blade, old scout and everything will come out O. K. The 22nd annual hall given by Welcome Star Lodge, No. 36, F. & A. M., Wednesday evening, March 12, at the Armory hall was quite a success. Some of the features as seen by the writer namely: Capt. Jackson of 370th Inf., U. S. A., and one of the correspondents, A. F. V. are some drillers, believe me. The orchestra certainly did deliver proper music for this affair. The writer was tempted to join in the march when this time "Hurrah fo. PRICE FIVE CENTS NO.38. Tabloid Of News INSTITUTE, W. Va.—The War Department has detailed Capt. John H. Purnell as professor of military science and tactics at the West Virginia Collegiate institute. HOUSTON. Tex.—A vigorous campaign against lynching is in progress here and various measures are pending before the legislature seeking to suppress mob law. PHILADELPHIA—There is much discussion going on here in various daily newspapers concerning the proper treatment of Negroes. The daily newspapers are frover with their space on matters affecting the Negro than they have ever been before. Much of the writing is good and there must be some beneficial results. WILBERFORCE. O.—Wilberforce University will celebrate commencement day Thursday, June 5. Dr. Emmett J. Scott, special assistant to the secretary of war, will deliver the commencement day address. NACOGDOCHES—A. C. Churchwell has been in this community for the last two years getting up donations to erect a home for the indigent Negroes, who were slaves. He has purchased fifty acres of land near town and half of the property is paid for. A movement is now on foot among the white people to aid him to carry out his expectations. TOPEKA, Kas.—A big fight is on in the Kansas legislature where a bill has been introduced to establish segregated schools in cities and towns of the second class. The Negroes of Kansas are bitterly opposed to it. ST. JOSEPH, Mo.—Orville Hunter, a 12-year-old boy, was awarded $825 in Judge Allen's court against the Hammond Packing company. ST. LOUIS—A movement is on foot here to name the public park being constructed opposite the Negro high school, in honor of J. Milton Turner, late minister of Liberia. KANSAS CITY, Mo.—Dr. Purris A. Jenkins, editor of the Kansas City Post, one of the largest dailies in the west, has issued an order that the word "Negro" shall be capitalized throughout the columns of the Post. CHICAGO — Albert Henderson, under arrest here charged with robbing the People's Bank of Sidney, O., of $7,200, is said to have confessed. He was recently released on a charge of vagrancy in Milwaukee. INDIANAPOLIS — Miss Alice May Hershaw, a teacher in the the Flag of the Free" was played. Now brethren, every time you can say a good word for the Wisconsin Blade you aid a worthy brother. Subscribe today. Copies of the Wisconsin Weekly Blade may be purchased at the Douglas Cafe, 510 Elm St., Rockford, Ill., every week. Ask R. C. Andrews, Mgr. 5c single copy. Subscription rates 50c for 3 months; $1.00 for 6 months; $1.50 per year in advance. CORRESPONDENTS WANTED The Wisconsin Weekly Blade desires an active agent and correspondent in every city and town in the United States having a number of Afro-American residents. Only a little time on Fridays or Saturdays is required. We are especially desirous of hearing from persons in the following named cities: Memphis, Tenn.; New Orleans, La.; Atlanta, Ga., and Louisville, Ky. Write to the editor of The Blade or to the traveling representative. Addresses: 326 State St., Madison, Wis.; and P. O. Box 1018 Rockford, Ill. Lieut. W. H. York of the 368th Infantry, at Camp Grant, to visit Col. Young. Lieut. York was in Liberia with Col. Young and in command of the frontie, force of that republic from 1915-17, when he returned to the United States to serve with our forces in France. While in France he was, much of the time, attached to the ammunition train, but was transferred to the infantry in October. Lieut. York will leave the service this month and spend the next few months lecturing in Africa and Liberia. Beloit, Wis Beloit, Wis Miss Ora Nee Bell, Elem St., who underwent an operation recently was removed to her home Sunday, the 16th, much improved. Mr. R. Gates, 202 Short St., is on the sick list. Mrs. Ella Harris, 9th St., is indisposed. Mrs. Lillian Bonds, Bluff St., was in Chicago last week. Lieut. John Hall, Milwaukee, 8th Reg. U. S. A., was in Beloit last week. While here he and Rev. Fox chatted pleasantly together. Rev. Fox and Mr. Hall are old friends. Rev. Fox will administer the ordinance of baptism to two candidates Sunday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock at the First Baptist church. (White). All are welcome. Rev. I. M. Bill, pastor First Baptist church, Beloit, will preach at 2:30 p. m. at Booth's Hall on behalf of the Union Rally, conducted by Rev. Fox and Rev. Turner. Rev. Bill will have some of his chair winnim to assist in the service, let all schools of this city, has been selected as one of twelve to make the annual tour at the expense of the city. CHICAGO—Three weeks ago all Chicago turned out to welcome the old 8th regiment of Negro fighters back to the city, and gave it an ovation such as no other regiment had yet received. Saturday the United States employment service issued a statement that it is impossible to find work for these men, who came back—such of them as came at all—with medals and citations and trophies, proving how well they had fought. NEW BEDFORD, Mass.—At a National Association of Colored People meeting here, Capt. J. O. Pryor, formerly of 6th Massachusetts, and late of the 372nd regiment, stated that Negro soldiers were discriminated against in 'law of white soldiers in many insances in France, by American army officers. MIDDLESBORO, Ky.—A $5,000 drive has been instituted by citizens of this city for the purpose of erecting a hospital. Six hundred dollars of the amount was raised at a meeting held recently. NEW YORK—Plans are completed for a tour of the country by the new famous 15th Inf. band. SPRINGFIELD, Ill.—For the first time in the history of Illinois a colored woman, Miss Lillian M. Hunt of Chicago, has been appointed one of the clerks and stenographers of the Fifty-first General Assembly of Illinois. TUSKEGEE, Ala.—Dr. Robert R. Moton, principal of Tuskegee institute, announced the appointment of Dr. S. E. Brady, assistant director of the academic department. BROOKLYN, N. Y.—The Brooklyn Times, white, commenting editorially on the return of the old Fifteenth New York, after performing such wonderful deeds in France, regards Feb. 17 as one of the wonderful days in the history of America. EVANSVILLE, Ind.—Incorporation papers of the Liberty Life Insurance company, capitalized at $100,000, were filed with County Recorder Barker last week. PHILADELPHIA—Dr. John P. Turner for the past 18 months has seen quietly perfecting a treatment that gives 100 per cent success in the relief of dropsical swellings of the feet, ankles, legs and thighs, and many doctors throughout the United States are now using the remedy. A ROYAL RECEPTION IN HONOR OF 365th INFANTRY At Colored Soldiers Club, Rockford Illinois On last Thursday and Saturday evenings members of the 365th Infantry, General Barnums boys, were given a royal reception at the Colored Soldiers club. On Thursday evening the Mayor Hom. Robt. Rew being unable to attend on account of illness was represented by his wife, Mrs. Rew, who welcomed the veterans in behalf of the citizens of Rockford in a short animated address. Dancing to inspiring music was the diversion of the evening. Refreshments were served by the D. D. D. club of the Community Service league, the hostess of the evening. Saturday evening Dr. and Mrs. Grant, directors of the Soldiers club, entertained the boys. Attorney David Madden in a short speech considered it a privilege and honor to welcome the boys in behalf of the citizens. Sunday afternoon a large number of soldiers and civilians were entertained with an excellent program by the members of the D. D. D. club assisted by Sgt. G. R. Robinson, saxaphone soloist, who is a member of the 365th Infantry and one of the finest musicians in the regiment. General Barnum's boys delighted some of the most critical audiences of Rockford. It was a rare treat to hear Sgt. Robinson in two exquisitely rendered saxaphone numbers. The following program was rend- Saxaphone Solo—Sgt. G. R. Robinson. Vocal Solo—Miss Hazel De Priest. Piano Solo—Miss Carrie Feguson. Reading—Mrs. Jas. Scott. Soprano Solo—Miss Ethel Blake. Reading—Miss Blanche Smith. Piano Solo—Miss Geraldine Gorem. Vocal Solo—Miss Gladys Robinson. Miss Geraldine Gorem, one of our most talented young musicians was in charge of the program. Mesdames Grant, Revelles and Smith, committee on refreshments were assisted by the league girls. Beloit turn out on that day, March 30 at 2:30 p.m. Too much praise cannot be given the captains and their gallant helpers in their preparations for the big rally, March 30th. March 30th. The B. Y. P. W. is the church at work. No organization on earth is more worthy of our presence and support than it. Meet me at the 2nd Baptist church, Sunday at 6 o'clock p. m. Entered at the postoffice at Madison, Wis., as second-class matter. J. ANTHONY JOSEY Editors. GEO. H. 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MEMBER NATIONAL NEGRO PRESS ASSOCIATION THEY ASK NO FAVORS BECAUSE THEY ARE NEGROES, BUT ONLY FOR JUSTICE, BECAUSE THEY ARE MEN.— Foraker. A REPLY You do me wrong, when you say, I from nothing came. For e're I learned your oppressive way, I had long since won fame. You say in Africa, I was but,— A savage running wild. From a dense jungle, then to a hut, And that you made me docile. You do me wrong—O river Nile! Could you, but speak, Of my Genius, their boasting smile, Would fade into a weep. You do me wrong as you choose, Opportunities glorious door. You do me wrong as you oppose, Men every rightful score. You do me wrong ye multitude, Ye know it very well. But—as Rome reached her altitude, She crumbled—yes, she fell. By Chas. A. Treadway in St. Louis Argus. BLADLETS BLADLETS The Black Man was, is and ever shall be. When we consider the liberality and broadmindedness of some white people we marvel most at the arrowness and prejudices of others. * * * * The man or woman who studies advertising is able very often, to make one dollar do the usual work two. * * * * It is reported that the War Camp Community Services in the Plankington Arcade, Milwaukee, refuse permit the use of their quarters for the entertainment of colored soldiers by the unit of colored girls in Democracy! Thou art a jewel. * * * * At the ensuing judicial election, April 1, every man qualified to vote to cast his vote, for it is by the exercising our rights that we become familiar with them and create a wholesome respect for our government and citizenship. * * * * Somebody is always taking the joy out of life this time it is "Mr. Phillips chairman committee of Madison." Just who that worthy is, will require thorough investigation to disclose. LEADERS The Negro must learn to follow leadership. I must learn to present a solid front. Without the art to fuss about leadership and (what is worse) the most ignorant and most unprepared ones are the ones who want to lead and rule. The day of self-appointed leaders has passed and one to lead in this day as one must have accomplished something substantive must have proven their distinction to the title by possessing those qualities that fit one for the exalted position. A leader must be one who delights to render service, who knows and practices the GOLDEN RULE. When we consider the liberality and broadmindedness of some white people we marvel most at the narrowness and prejudices of others. * * * The man or woman who studies advertising is able very often, to make one dollar do the usual work of wo. * * * It is reported that the War Camp Community Service officials in the Plankington Arcade, Milwaukee, refuse to permit the use of their quarters for the entertainment of colored soldiers by the unit of colored girls. Oh Democracy! Thou art a jewel. * * * At the ensuing judicial election, April 1, every man qualified to vote to cast his vote, for it is by thus exercising our rights that we become familiar with them and create a wholesome respect for our good judgment and citizenship. * * * Somebody is always taking the joy out of life! This time it is "Mr. Philipps chairman committee at Madison." Just who that worthy is, will require a thorough investigation to disclose. LEADERS The Negro must learn to follow leadership. He must learn to present a solid front. Without this there is but little if any progress. We must admit that wrangling and bickering among ourselves have been some of the greatest drawbacks and stumbling blocks to our advancement. No enemy on the outside would do us more harm than this disposition on our part to fuss about leadership and (what is worse) the most ignorant and most unprepared ones are the ones who want to lead and rule. The day of self-appointed leaders has passed and one to lead in this day and time must have accomplished something substantial must have proven their distinction to the title by processing those qualities that fit one for the exalted position. A leader must be one who delights to render service, who knows and practices the GOLDEN RULE "THE STOOL PIGEON" Our only excuse for reprinting the following editor from our issue of Nov. 8, 1917, is its appropriateness at this time. Read it and see, if in the light of recent events it is not timely.—Editors. As paradoxical as it may seem, the "stool pigeon" not a pigeon at all. In one respect it more nearsembles the pole-cat or skunk, in that it is equally sincerely detested. It also has many of the disguising characteristics of the hyena, the vulture and the viper, the latter being a reptile of a venomous nature. The "stool pigeon" possesses all of the curing and cowardice of the hyena, the rapacity and health of the vulture and the deadly venom and its attitude of the viper. Scientists class the "stool pigeon" with the gen- Our only excuse for reprinting the following editorial from our issue of Nov. 8, 1917, is its appropriateness at this time. Read it and see, if in the light of recent events it is not timely.—Editors. As paradoxical as it may seem, the "stool pigeon" is not a pigeon at all. In one respect it more nearly resembles the pole-cat or skunk, in that it is equally as sinisterly detested. It also has many of the distinguishing characteristics of the hyena, the vulture and the viper, the latter being a reptile of a venomous nature. The "stool pigeon" possesses all of the cunning and cowardice of the hyena, the rapacity and stealth of the vulture and the deadly venom and ingratitude of the viper. Scientists class the "stool pigeon" with the genus Homo, and the species Afric-Americana. It is an occipitrine biped with large naked ears placed close to a round head, has five toes on each foot and hands like a man. In stature it closely resembles and is frequently mistaken for a human being. It is greedy a creature of a cowardly nature and feeds on the flesh of its own kind, carcasses of dead reputations, and other putrid matter; it will even open graves to obtain food. Prior to 1865 their geographical distribution was principally confined to the southern part of the United States; they are now to be found in large numbers in the larger northern cities, where they serve as criminal scavengers to purify the streets of the patrid and dying reputations with which the cities would otherwise be encumbered. When long without their natural victims, the "stool pigeon" has been known to prey upon decent people. As it not easily distinguishable from real human beings, i tbehooves all respectable people to be constantly on their guard against its contemptible practices, for it is a ceriless ungrateful creature sparing neither friend nor foe... Taken into your home, warmed, fed and clothed it repays your kindness with ingratitude of the vilest nature. If you value your reputation, your safety, your liberty and life, beware of the "Stool Pigeon." THE BLACK MAN STOOD PAT The war did more for the Negro American than been accomplished in several decades of peace demonstrated that he could fight, that his will and capacity for work were unlimited; that he easily adapt himself to strange surroundings that he understood the purpose of Liberty, which he almost invariably bought until it and positively "hurt." One of the most glorious things that happened the Negro, however, was the revelation of his state, unshakable loyalty to the Stars and Stripes,cence adduced before the Senate committee now shows that German propagandists failed mischief in their efforts among the blacks. That they operated principally among the plan Negroes of the South and there made no who whatever is significant. It is a splendid trick the Americanism of the Negro. It might be supposed that among men and who are not regular readers of the newspaper, trust to the "grapevine," which makes a wiretight of every cabin, for most of their inform the fairy tales of the paid German agents were terrible ground. But the Negro stood pat. "You have no coor was an insidious remark that was dinned in his sight and day. "You'll never get your Liberty money back," was another. "You'll get forty land if the Germans win," they were told they were assured that victory for the "humaneans meant an end of all hanging and instantug of all social lines in the United States. Many white "intellectuals" in the North succeed to sophistries and lies, but those black millions of their hearts proved pure gold and they stood by am. The secret service needed no special tragreg excursions to internment camps. It is the same inborn spirit of loyalty to the agent that has prevented the I. W. W. from converts among the blacks of the South, now poor they are or how unjust their position isically. The Southern Negro who remained at once the fields was proud of his part in the war. He quick to realize a situation which he expressed "We've sure got to work hard and feed on fires and all their freinds or they can't fight f. But the Negro is not unduly proud of the prois loyalty. He knew he was 100 per cent Anl all the time. He knows, incidentally, a lot of things that many people don't know he knows. Intelligent Southerner will tell you that one greatest mistakes of the Northern theorists is deriding the Negro is the belief that he is simply fooled. It is true that he often takes advantage of theossed simplicity as a convenient camouflage argumentative pinch. But watch your step before a plantation darky for a "boob." The war did more for the Negro American than had been accomplished in several decades of peace. He demonstrated that he could fight, that his willingness and capacity for work were unlimited; that he could easily adapt himself to strange surroundings, and that he understood the purpose of Liberty bonds, which he almost invariably bought until it actually and positively "hurt." One of the most glorious things that happened to the Negro, however, was the revelation of his absolute, unshakable loyalty to the Stars and Stripes. Evidence adduced before the Senate committee now sitting shows that German propagandists failed miserably in their efforts among the blacks. That they operated principally among the plantation Negroes of the South and there made no headway whatever is significant. It is a splendid tribute to the Americanism of the Negro. It might be supposed that among men and women who are not regular readers of the newspapers, who trust to the "grapevine," which makes a wireless station of every cabin, for most of their information, the fairy tales of the paid German agents would find fertile ground. But the Negro stood pat. "You have no country," was an insidious remark that was dinned in his ears night and day. "You'll never get your Liberty bond money back," was another. "You'll get forty acres of land if the Germans win," they were told. And they were assured that victory for the "humane" Germans meant an end of all hanging and instant leveling of all social lines in the United States. Many white "intellectuals" in the North succumbed to sophistries and lies, but those black millions did not. Their hearts proved pure gold and they stood by Uncle Sam. The secret service needed no special trains for Negro excursions to intermment camps. It is the same inborn spirit of loyalty to the government that has prevented the I. W. W. from gaining converts among the blacks of the South, no matter how poor they are or how unjust their position economically. The Southern Negro who remained at home to till the fields was proud of his part in the war. He was quick to realize a situation which he expressed thus: "We've sure got to work hard and feed our soldiers and all their freinds or they can't fight for us." But the Negro is not unduly proud of the proofs of his loyalty. He knew he was 100 per cent American all the time. He knows, incidentally, a lot of other things that many people don't know he knows. Any intelligent Southerner will tell you that one of the greatest mistakes of the Northern theorists in considering the Negro is the belief that he is simple and easily fooled. It is true that he often takes advantage of this supposed simplicity as a convenient camouflage in an argumentative pinch. But watch your step before you pick a plantation darky for a "boob." Ask the Kaiser.-Chicago Herald Examiner. BARBAROUS A Negro in Texas committed a revolting a crime for which he should have died, a which the law says he should die. By lawful procedure he was given his court, and after a fair trial the judge preseth and fixed the date of execution. Then the mob took hold of the case, red the wretch from his cell and burned I he stake. A Negro in Texas committed a revolting crime—a crime for which he should have died, and for which the law says he should die. By lawful procedure he was given his day in court, and after a fair trial the judge prescribed death and fixed the date of execution. Then the mob took hold of the case, dragged the wretch from his cell and burned him at the stake. It is such barbarity as this that is cursing this section, and if public sentiment does not put a stop to it the Federal Government will inevitably assume control of the punishment of such an offense. The national escutcheon is blackened by such acts of outlawry and the civilized world holds the whole American people — not an isolated community—accountable for such doings. And if the day ever comes when the Federal Government does step in the sleeping public sentiment that now tolerates such outrages will have none else to blame than itself.—Atlanta Lawlessness is a blight of far reaching significance. It can be checked and finally brought to the vanishing point with the right kind of legislation and earnest co-operation on the part of law-abiding citizens. Texas is to be congratulated on its present anti-lynching movement.—Birmingham Age-Herald. "The war has transformed the American Negro into the Negro American, because he has been doing big things for his country his sense of nationality has grown—his citizenship becomes a livi- reality. "But far greater than all this is the Negroes' awakened sense of citizenship. They have been serving under the American flag in a foreign land, that flag, perhaps for the first time has been wholly and richly theirs. They will come home realizing that their country is a truly great one, proud of them and a fitting object of their pride. They have sat in the greatest game in our history and learned to serve honorably in a great and unselfish cause, one in spirit with all of us. The reaction of this point of view on the folks at home will be profound, and it will inevitably go a long way toward healing old wounds and creating a better understanding and co-operation in this democracy.—Leslie's Weekly. When the question of government control was recommended by the President to Congress, colored citizens, in common with other citizens, looked forward to it with happy anticipations, they felt, and justly so, that the "jim-crow" cars could be relegated to the limbo of forgotten issues; that the jamming and crowding so common on all southern railroads would be a thing if the past—Atlanta Independent. SIXTY DOLLAR BONUS TO SOLDIERS U. S. Government Gives $60 In Cash to Soldiers, Officers, Female Nurses, etc. Who Have Resigned or Who Have Been Honorably Discharged Since April (Special to The Blade) WASHINGTON, D. C.—In order that co' red soldiers and sailors may be duly informed as to their rights under a recent law passed by Congress, and thereby be in a position to promptly take advantage of the Government's plan to extend financial help to all soldiers, etc., who have been honorably separated from military or naval service, Emmett J. Scott, Special Assistant to the Secretary of War, who, during the war period, has been advising in matters affecting the interests of colored soldiers, has requested the Negro Press of America, Negro clergymen, teachers and others, to give the widest possible publicity to the fact THAT THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT, by Act of Congress Approved February 24th, 1919, grants TO ALL SOLDIERS, OFFICERS, FEMALE NURSES, ETC. WMO HAVE EITHER RESIGNED OR WHO HAVE BEEN HONORABLY DISCHARGED SINCE APRIL 6th, 1917, OR WHO MAY RESIGN OR BE HONORABLY DISCHARGED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION OF THEIR ENLISTMENT PERIOD, A $60 BONUS IN CASH. The way and manner in which the cash bonus of sixty dollars may be obtained by honorably discharged soldiers, officers, sailors, female nurses, etc. is fully set forth in War Department Order, issued by the Adjutant General of the Army, February 25th, 1919, and sent to all Department and Camp Commanders, General Hospitals, etc. This amount shall not be paid to arv person who, though appointed inducted into the military or na- forces on or prior to November 11, 1918, HAD NOT REPORTED FOR DUTY AT HIS STATION ON OR PRIOR TO SUCH DATE: or to any person who is entitled to receive retired pay, etc. ALL PERSONS SEPARATED FROM ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE FROM APRIL 6th, 1917, WHO ARE ENTITLED TO THE SIXTY DOLLAR BONUS, AND WHO HAVE RECEIVED THEIR FINAL PAY, WILL FORWARD CLAIM FOR SUCH BONUS DIRECT TO THE ZONE FINANCE OFFICER, LEMON BUILDING, WASHINGTON, D. C., who is hereby designated to settle such claims. SUCH APPLICATIONS. MUST CONTAIN THE DISCHARGE CERTIFICATI OR ORDER FOR DISCHARGE OR RELIEF, IF NO CERTIFICATE WAS ISSUED, THE PAPER BEARING INDORSEMENT OF FINAL PAYMENT BEING REQUIRED. A STATEMENT OF ALL MILITARY SERVICE SINCE APRIL 6, 1917, SHOWING PLACE, AND DATE OF REPORTING AT FIRST MILITARY STATION AND STATING THE ADDRESS TO WHICH CHECK IS TO BE SENT. (It is suggested that these papers and data be sent to said Zone Finance Officer by registered mail to insure their safe delivery) WHEN SETTLEMENT IS MADE, ALL PERSONAL PAPERS WILL BE RETURNED TO APPLICANT WITH CHECK. NO FURTHER CORRESPONDENCE IS NECESSARY EXCEPT TO ADVISE OF CHANGE IN ADDRESS OF APPLICANT. NO OTHER DISBURSING OFFICERS ARE AUTHORIZED TO PAY CLAIMS COVERED BY THIS PARAGRAPH. Agencies that work among colored people, including teachers, college men and others are specially requested to communicate the above information to colored soldiers and their families, in order that they may take the necessary steps to secure the $60 Bonus which the government has set aside for the benefit of those brave and loyal men who came to the rescue of their country in its crucial hour of need. THE RALLLY The rally at Mt. Zion Baptist church, 548 West Johnson, was partially put through last Sunday even, in. At 7:45 p. m. a handsome, interesting crowd had assembled. The pastor, Rev. Z. P. Smith, after reading a selection of scripture introduced Rev. Hicks (white), a returned soldier, who gave a splendid talk on his experience in the army, and on the present problems that are due to war. At the same time he did not fail to point to the decrines of the Lord Jesus, as the only safe means by which mankind can be delivered from the present state of gigantic evil. All enjoyed his sermon. At the close of the sermon and prayer the pastor gave signal that "the rally is now on," then through the quick response of that veteran Baptist, T. E. Hines, the machinery of the church was all in motion. Spears, Hughes, Harris, Josey and Wilson were all in tact. The following responded to witt: Mrs. William Harris $7.50; Mrs. Martha Harris; Bros. T. E. Hines $5.00; W. Spears $5.00; J. A. Josey $5.00. In 10 minutes there was a handsome amount of $32.10 realized, including free will offering. We pleasantly call attention to the fact that Mr. Jack Dail is a regular church goes, and a liberal contributor at this special service last Sunday. The men in general who attended the services at Mt. Zion are making favorable impressions for the better things of life. It was finally suggested that the Rally be indefinitely continued. So be on hand next Sunday evening at 8. NEGRO CHOSEN ORATOR. (Blade News Service.) CHICAGO, Ill.-George Dewey Lipscomb, a negro student of North- western university, has been chosen to represent the college in the Northern Oratorical league contest to be held in Northwestern Before Buying Real Estate Consult ANDERSON & TERRELL Sphinx Safe Deposit Co. Vaults, $3.00 Per Year He will have competitors from the universities of Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa, and Oberlin college. Lipscomb, a sophomore, was picked after winning the local preliminary Kirk oratorical contest against five white competitors. OUR HEROES WASH WINDOWS Camp Grant, Ill., March 17—"Our Heroes" put to washing windows, shoveling coal and scrubbing floors. Nineteen of our men of Company 15, 4th Battalion, 161st Depot Brigade, returned from over seas, tired and weary after long travel across the water, having been for months in the trenches in France, were put to washing windows and scrubbing floors and shoveling coal. They were placed on detail duty having been forced even to remain on duty when their relatives and friends came to visit them. Such duties are not imposed upon white soldiers returning from overseas and such procedure is contrary to the military laws of the army. In these instances the work was not performed for the company of which these soldiers were a part, but was done on entirely living quarters. Such discrimination between races is a disgrace to this so-called democratic army. We have ought for democracy, now why not let us see a little of that democracy here in our own land. The Boys of Co. 15, 4th Battalion. S. BENISH MEAT MARKET FANCY CUTS A SPECIALTY Poultry, Game, Oysters in Season 720 Winnebago St. Telephone Grand 2194 MILWAUKEE A.W. Knight & Co. Real Estate 510 Elm St. Rockford, Ill. Phone 3383 Main St. Benedict Settlement 815 Winnebago Street Milwaukee, Wis. Home for Colored Working Girls and Women Strangers in the City. 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Mrs. Mary Horton, was called to Beloit, Wis., Tuesday on account of her daughter Mrs. Willie Scott's illness, which necessitated her having to go to the hospital for an operation. Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Jones and children are reported to be ill at their home on W. Dayton St., suffering with influenza. Their many friends wish them an early recovery. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Harris, W. Dayton St., were called to Milwaukee last Wednesday on account of the illness of their little grand-daughter who had a severe attack of pheromonia. At this writing she is much improved. They returned home Sunday evening. Mrs. Cheatham, wife of Dr. Cheatham, who suffered from a stroke of paralysis last week is reported improving. Rev. and Mrs. Chas. Hicks, were callers at The Blade office last Monday evening. Mrs. C. M. Josey, after being confined to her bed for more than a week is able to up and around again. Mrs. Victor C. Turner is up and out after a few days' illness. Little Annie Lee and Joseph Johnson, after an illness of one week are up again. Messrs. J. N. Wilson and Jno. Billingslea were callers at the Blade's office this week. Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Billingslea entertained at dinner Sunday, Mr. and Mrs. Maxie and Freddie Mae Hill. Covers were laid for six but on account of the illness of Mr. Hill and Mrs. Josey they were unable to be present. It is reported that the hostess sustained her reputation as a royal entertainer. Word just received from Mrs. Ida Lee, formerly of Madison, that she had recovered from a serious operation and is now up and out again. Mr. Jas, Carter, Ala., departed this life Tuesday morning at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Brown, South Madison and was buried Wednesday from Fitch Undertaking Parlors. Mrs. J. N. Wilson was a caller at our office this week; she was the picture of health. Attend G. A. R. hall. Wednesdays night, March 26, Literary and high class program. Special music. J. Wesley Brown, was a caller at our office this week and spoke very encouragingly of The Blade. Supt. J. A. Adkins and Asst. Supt. J. Anthony Josey of the Mt. Zion Baptist church were the dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Wilson Sunday. Mack Stewart left the city Wednesday, visiting Racine, Chicago, Fort Sheridan and his home in Taylerville, Ill. He will return Saturday. Miss Sylvia Alexander is up from Milwaukee visiting relatives. She will return Monday. Joseph C. Estes, Minneapolis, Minn., writes congratulating The Blade and sends regards to his many Madison friends. While in Madison he was a waiter in the Park hotel dining rooms. D. W. Carmichael, Circulation Mgr. is making quite a success and increasing the list of subscriptions. He is offering a 42 piece dinner set and one year's subscription to the Blade for $6.95. Also a 31 piece set with one year's subscription for $5.95. Deacon J. W. Hughes dropped in on us this week. He has fully recovered from his illness. The war, as far as we are concerned is over; but what shall the colored soldier hope for when the blessed emoluments accruing from it are being distributed—Have we sown to the wind and must only reap from the wind? Our boys did their part in seizing the citadel of the enemy, why not this government go color blind in the administration of the fruits of democracy? Mrs. Annie Smith, wife of Rev. Z. P. Smith, has been on the sick list for the past few days, but is better at this writing. Mrs. Arie Brown of Lake street, has removed to 617 West Washington avenue. Rockford, Ill. Rally Rally Rally Rally, Rally, Rally The Pilgrim Rest Baptist church will start a great campaign for a month's rally, beginning the first Sunday in April with Rev. Geo. W. Dudley as pastor and director. The church is located at the corner of Morgan and West Sts., on the car line. Rev. Dudley has done a great work since being in our midst. Great numbers have been added to the church. This is planned to be the greatest rally ever known in Rockford. Everybody is cordially invited to come and help us in this struggle. The N. A. A. C. P. is making great progress in Rockford, 13 members being added last Sunday. They expect to send for their charter soon which will mean a betterment of the conditions of our race. Pvt. Walter Williams, Co. M. 265th infantry, visited his friend and comrade Mr. Ozerie Hall, 708 Houghton St. on Saturday evening, where he told many wonderful stories of his experiences in the war. Little Miss Rosetta Duncan, 1322 Clifton Ave., has been very ill with pneumonia. At this writing she is much improved. Mrs. M. J. Pool is still confined to bed. Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Branch, were the visiting guests of Mr. and Mrs. P A. McLamore Sunday evening. President Mrs. Carazine Gilbert and a few of the Mission members made a call on the sick Mrs. M. J. Pool, Sunday afternoon. ST. LOUISE NEGRO CLAIMS TO BE FATHER OF FORTY CHILDREN By the Associated Negro Press. ST. LOUIS—B. B. Banks, a Negro who lives in Benton, St. Louis county, says he is the father of 40 children. Banks asserts that all his "babies" are alive. He says he has six sons in France. Banks was discovered in Division No. 5 of the circuit court, where he was a plaintiff in an action against the Clover Leaf Casualty company, seeking judgment of $500 for alleged personal injuries suffered while employed at a steel plant. "I've been married three times," Banks said. "By my first wife I had 18 children. She's dead. My second wife had no children. I divorced her. I had 22 children by my third wife." Milwaukee Wis At the second Community Welcome at the Auditorium Saturday night but two colored soldiers were seen—Sergt. Roelt. Merritt, Jr., and Pvt. Joe L. Moore. Sergt. Merritt had as his guests his wife, Mr. and Mrs. Thayer and Mrs. Wm. Johnson. Pvt. Moore had as his guests, his wife and mother. It is to be regretted that after fighting for democracy so few availed themselves of it. Those attending enjoyed a pleasant time dancing. The Milwaukee Branch N. A. A. C. P. is preparing for the annual spring drive for new members. The quota fixed by the National organization is 400 for Milwaukee and a strenuous effort will be made to raise it. A rousing mass meeting will be held at St. Mark's church Tuesday, March 25th, when the drive will be explained. Pvt. Hughes R. Gant is still in the service and now at Fort Snelling, Minn. St. Mark's church will celebrate its 50th anniversary in April. Calvary Baptist church has just closed a successful revival. Miss L. M. Gibson left on Sunday for Chicago where she will remain several days before leaving for her home, Union, S. C., where she will accept a position of trust in a concern with which her father is connected. During her stay of nearly a year here, Miss Gibson had endeared herself to all with whom she came in contact, and her business as a public stenographer was being fully appreciated and patronized. She was entering into all of the activities of her people and was proving herself a valuable asset to the community. In addition to her other activities she found time to do newspaper work for the National Defender & Sun. She will be greatly missed. The Forum will meet on Sunday at Calvary Baptist Church. Mr. P. C. Clark of the Pioneer Limited was forced to lay off two days because of sickness. If you have not already done? to register with the Election Commission, 2nd floor, city hall and be ready to vote for the various candidates for judgeship, April 1. Be a man! Friday evening saw the termination of a most successful revival meeting held at Calvary Baptist church of which Rev. Russel is pastor and Rev. Odam of Chicago, the Evangelist under whose direction the meeting was conducted. There were twenty-two converts added to the church's membership and a goodly sum of money turned over to the church's treasurer aside from the expenses of the visiting minister. The Calvary Baptists have much to be proud of for the good work the members and friends of the church are doing in Milwaukee among the race's fast growing population. The Sunday Forum has postponed its meeting that was to be held next Sunday, March the 23rd, to March the 30th in order to give room and audience to the Pride of Milwaukee K. of P. Lodge, which will hold its annual thanksgiving sermon at Calvary Baptist Church on the first mentioned Sunday. The news of the sermon will be found in the columns of the Wisconsin Blade, by A. J. Long one of the Forum's journalists and fraternal writer of Milwaukee. Oshkosh, Wis The Stork special visited Fond du Lac March 12, and left a 9 lb. baby girl at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Wright. Mr. Wright is in Winnepeg, Canada, with his orchestra. Mother and baby are doing nicely. Mrs. Emma Elmore Ryan, Appleton, was a Sunday guest to Mrs. Sylvia Thomas, Neenah, Wis. Mr. Warden Leach, Fond du Lac was an Oshkosh visitor this week. Mrs. Mary Moon and Mr., and Mrs. J. W. Smyth were visitors at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Hart, Neenah, Wis., Sunday. Mr. Harold Yackum, brother of Mrs. Fred Bushel, spent three days in this city enroute home, Red Spring, Wis., after spending several months with the A. E. F., France. He was severely wounded last Oct. He. Sam Alsup was home for several days last week on account of a severe attack of La Gripe. We hope to see him back on the run in a few days. Mrs. Mary Moon, whose home was destroyed by fire, Jan. 23, expects to be back into her new home about March 23. Mrs. J. W. Smith will spend a few days in Chicago this month. Mr. Herbert Mitchell is expecting a visit from his brother Sergt. B. J. Mitchell of the 365th Infantry in the near future. Mr. Fred H. Crawford is doing dining Car relief work between this city and Milwaukee during the illness of Mr. Alsup. COLORED SOLDIER KILLS TWO POLICEMEN. (Blade News Service.) BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—A few nights ago Policemen W. D. Evans and A. W. Phillips were both shot and killed by Albert Brown, a colored soldier, after the officers had, without cause, shot and killed his friend. The two soldiers were accosted by the officers while coming out of a lonely street, demanding to know of the contents of a suit case which the soldiers were carrying and the men in uniform being slow to reply the policemen opened fire on them, killing Brown but not before they were mortally wounded from which wounds they died a few hours later. The other man in uniform escaped. Indiscretion by officers in making or attempting to make arrests of colored people and especially soldiers, have already caused many of them their lives. Chicago, Ill. MRS. C. H. JACKSON DEAD. The many friends of Mrs. C. H. Jackson will be sorry to note that she departed this life March 13, 1919, at her residence, 2800 Washington boulevard. She leaves a father, mother and husband to mourn her loss. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. B. Thomas, Jeffersonville, Ind. Mr. Thomas arrived in the city Saturday and with Mr. Jackson left Monday with the remains. Mrs. Jackson was 27 years old, married only a short while and was a graduate from the State Norman, Ind., and taught school three sessions. Mr. Jackson will return home about the latter part of the week. Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Buford, 2525 Warren avenue, Chicago, Ill., are expecting their brother, Bugier Morris E. Butler, of Co. G, 365th Inf., who has just returned from France, to stop over with them for a week or 10 days. From there he will go home to see his mother, Mrs. E. J. Butler, Brownsville, Pa. There will be no stones unturned in order to make his stay in Chicago a pleasant one. Our home is also open to his friends and comrades of Co. G. M. T. Bailey to Speak M. T. Bailey, manager of the Milton Mercantile agency and president of the Bailey Press club, has been invited to speak at Waukee-ian, Ill., and other cities in northern Illinois. Mr. P. A. Glanton, who is president of the National Reconstruction league of Chicago and Cook county, left last Tuesday for New York City to attend the National Reconstruction Congress, which convenes on the 20th and 21st. On returning home he will also stop in Washington and Philadelphia on other business matters. Miss Branch Enters U. of C. Miss Mary E. Branch, for several years tencher in the Virginia Normal and Industrial Institute of Virginia, will come west in the spring and take a special course in the University of Chicago. She has a brother who is a professor in the Summer High school at St. Louis Mo. She is a sister to Dr. C. T. Branch, Camden, N. J. She spent Dr. F. E. Dentist an ALL WORK C Office Hours 9 to 10 and 1 to 5 Telephone Grand 607 C D. SCH FUNERAL DIRECT LADY A Twenty-two y 517 Chestnut St. THE PEOPLE'S S SH F. E. Norr Dentist and Surgeon WORK GUARANTEE rand 607 Carriages and D. SCHWEER SAL DIRECTOR and EMP LADY ASSISTANT Twenty-two years in Business t St. MILWAU OPLE'S SANITARY SHOP D. SCHWEER FUNERAL DIRECTOR and EMBLAMER LADY ASSISTANT Twenty-two years in Business 517 Chestnut St. MILWAUKEE, WIS. THE PEOPLE'S SANITARY BARBER SHOP Approved by State Inspector 472 Sixth Street PREPARATIONS FOR Facial Massage and Hair St to Ladies Chas. W. Johnstone Wenedia Johnson Trane, Pr WE WELC Milwau ATIONS FOR ALL SKIN T age and Hair Straightening a S to Ladies and Gents Jonstone Jason Trane, Props. WE WELCOME ALL Milwaukee, Wis. MODERN FURNISHED ROOM At Very Reasonable Price at the home of F. BRENT, 417 Montague St. 'Phone Call Forest 1298 ROCKFORD, ILL. Our Club Will Sponsor The ater Party—Thursday Even 7, 1919 Rockford, Ill. DANCING FROM 8 single, 35c Gents, single, 50c PREPARATIONS FOR ALL SKIN DISEASES Facial Massage and Hair Straightening a Specialty Given to Ladies and Gents Chas. W. Johnstone Eugene Lewis Wenedia Johnson Trane, Props. W. H. Hill, Mgr. WE WELCOME ALL Milwaukee, Wis. MODERN FURNISHED ROOMS At Very Reasonable Prices at the home of MRS. F. BRENT, 417 Montague Street, 'Phone Call Forest 1298 ROCKFORD, ILL. Eastern Star Club Will Sponsor Their Annual Easter Party—Thursday Evening. JAZZ MUSIC DANCING FROM 8-12 O'CLOCK Ladies, single, 35c Gents, single, 50c Couple, 75c COMMITTEE Mayme Hodges Jessie Powell Belle Garrett the summer in the west two years ago. Miss Nora F. Taylor, Evangelist, is farming in Canada. She is meeting with great success. Mrs. Hattie Slaughter of Morgan Park, was in the city to visit her sick relatives, who are very much improved. Miss Louella Young, 3556 Forest Ave., has been indisposed for some little time, but is fortunate to be out again enjoying the fresh air and spring breezes. News from Hot Springs. Mrs. LouElla Young, who is very prominent in society and chairman of the Executive Board of the City Federation of Colored Women's clubs of Chicago and jurisdiction, has spent a little over a month here and is leaving today for Chicago. On her way home she will visit other cities enroute. A number of other Chicago business people are still here. News of the Pyramid Building Loan Association A great mass meeting was held by the Pyramid Building Loan association last Friday night at Olivet Baptist church, 31st and South Park Ave. Among very important business men present were Judge J. Stelk, Mr. Geo H. Jackson, Mr. A. Oyerton of the Overton Hygienic Co., J. A. Parks, Prince Glanton, Sergt F. Starks and S. B. Turner, statis representative. Miss Maude Gray, who resides at 3545 Indiana Ave., has just returned to the city from Hot Springs, Ark., also St. Louis, where she spent some little time in visiting relatives and friends. ARRIVALS AT BEAUTNFUL IDLEWILD R. Middleton, New York; Archie Sapp, Washington, D. C.; P. Henry, Cleveland, Ohio; J. C. Dinson, New York; Geo. Hunter, Springfield, Ill.; Helen Gibson, Pittsburgh, Pa.; Sarah Hutchson, Pittsburgh, Pa.; J. W. Wells, St. Paul Minn.; Frank H. Pollard and wife, Lake Forest, Ill.; Robert Nelson, Springfield, Ill.; Dudley Shepardson, Ann Arbor, Mich.; W. Newton and wife, Tubolt, Ind.; Earnest Brown, St. Louis, Mo.; J. H. Cothane, Spokane, D. C.; C. White, White Cloud, K. C.; Sergt. Wilson Hunt, Camp Grant; Lillie Bryon, Milwaukee; A. N. Murry, New York; B. G. Dowell, Gary, Ind.; Mr. and Mrs. King, Columbus, Ohio; V. Wanzer, Columbus, Ohio. E. Norman and Surgeon GUARANTEED Cor. Lawton and Pleasant Sts. Phone 655 BELOIT, WISCONSIN Carriages and Automobiles HWEER VETER and EMBLAMER ASSISTANT years in Business MILWAUKEE, WIS. FOR ALL SKIN DISEASES straightening a Specialty Given ness and Gents Eugene Lewis W. H. Hill, Mgr. WELCOME ALL Mukee, Wis. ERNISHED ROOMS Reasonable Prices the home of 417 Montague Street, All Forest 1298 FORD, ILL. All Sponsor Their Annual Thursday Evening, Unity Hall ford, Ill. ENCING FROM 8-12 O'CLOCK ents, single, 50c Couple, 75c e Hodges e Powell e Garrett 8th and State Sts. MILWAUKEE, WIS. Monday, 10 PLANKINGTON A The Ball of the Sea Chicago. Meet the Tapp. H. Royal, Pres Vice-President, W Manager, Jas. Floor COMMITTEE — The Engrham, Frank H Fritz Jelts, Earl Mrs. I. M. 504 Knowlton Street Announces a Servi WALKER'S HA 1st Treatment ... Every Two Weeks. BY APPO Phone For Sale Second Hand Overco Ladies' Co — A Rings, Watch I BUY ANYTHING Clothes Cleaned, Pre You JOE'S ELVER HOT Opposite C. & N. W. Depot Douglas H A home-like hotel, a and civilians. Gover cantonment cities. E good to eat all the time ment. Pleasant heated sonable cost. Saturday, March BINGTON ARCADE EMPIRE of the Season... Jass B . Meet the Boys From Royal, President; Arthur President, Wm. Simmons Manager, Jas. G. Marion, Floor Manager. TEE — Thomas Pette a, Frank Harris, Millar Jelts, Earl Long, Guy R I. M. Coo on Street Prices a Series of MAD MIXER'S HAIR TREATMENT ment Two Weeks. BY APPOINTMENT Phone Forest 2251 Sale Ch and Overcoats, Suits, S Ladies' Coats and Sho —Also— Grs, Watches and Suit C ANYTHING YOU DON'T cleaned, Pressed and Repair You Wait E'S STO ELVER HOUSE BUILDING N. W. Depot Las Hotel Co -like hotel, a pleasant place for trans. Governed according to cities. Efficient service, at all the time. Barber shop in peasant heated rooms upstairs st. PLANKINGTON ARCADE EMPLOYEES The Ball of the Season...Jass Band from Chicago. Meet the Boys From France. Tapp. H. Royal, President; Arthur Hatchett Vice-President, Wm. Simmons, Floor Manager, Jas. G. Marion, Ass't. Floor Manager. COMMITTEE — Thomas Pettess, James Engrham, Frank Harris, Millard Nolden Fritz Jelts, Earl Long, Guy Roberts. Mrs. I. M. Cooper 504 Knowlton Street Rockford. Ill. Announces a Series of MADAM C. J. WALKER'S HAIR TREATMENT 1st Treatment ..... $1.50 Every Two Weeks..... .50 BY APPOINTMENT Phone Forest 2251 For Sale Cheap Second Hand Overcoats, Suits, Shoes, Hats, Ladies' Coats and Shoes —Also— Rings, Watches and Suit Cases I BUY ANYTHING YOU DON'T WANT Clothes Cleaned, Pressed and Repaired While You Wait JOE'S STORE ELVER HOUSE BUILDING Opposite C. & N. W. Depot Phone Badger 7400 Douglas Hotel Co. Not Incorporated A home-like hotel, a pleasant place for soldiers and civilians. Governed according to laws for cantonment cities. Efficient service, something good to eat all the time. Barber shop in the basement. Pleasant heated rooms upstairs at a reasonable cost. Apply to R. C. ANDREWS, Manager 1st Natio MADISON THE National I MADISON, WISCONSIN No. 141 THE 1st National Bank MADISON, WISCONSIN No. 144 UNITED STATES DEPOSITORY Capital, Surplus and Undivided Profits $440,000.00 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS A. E. Proudfit, President F. G. Brown, Vice-Pres. M. E. Fuller, Vice-Pres. F. W. Hoyt E. B. Steensland H. L. Moseley Jas. B. Ramsay M. E. Clark, Cashier M. H. Sater, Assistant Cashier March 24 SIDE EMPLOYEES Jass Band from Days From France. At; Arthur Hatchett, Simmons, Floor Marion, Ass't. Manager. Pettess, James, Millard Nolden Guy Roberts. Cooper Rockford, Ill. Of MADAM C. J. TREATMENT $1.50 .50 TMENT at 2251 Cheap Suits, Shoes, Hats, and Shoes D Suit Cases U DON'T WANT And Repaired While It TORE BUILDING Phone Badger 7400 l Co. Not Incorporated nt place for soldiers according to laws for service, something ber shop in the base- s upstairs at a rea- It's at 510 Elm Street Rockford, Illinois Telephone — Main 3383 al Bank CONSIN Men's Dry-Sox in Vici Black Blucher_____$10.00 Men's Dry-Sox in Box Calf Black Blucher_____$10.00 J. E. Tilt Black Vici Kid ½ Double Sole_____$9.00 H. E. Tilt Shoe _____$9.00 Men's Gun Metal Calf Black Blucher _____$7.00 Men's Gun Metal Calf Black Wide Toe_____$6.50 Men's Gun Metal Calf Black English Toe_____$7.00 Men's Cordo Calf Dark Tan English Toe $7.50, $8 Men's Work Shoes _____$4, $4.85, $5 and $5.50 TIEDEMANN'S SHOE STORE Near N. W. Depot 516 E. Wilson St. Phone F. 850 Racial Protective League Of America ICERS:—Pres., Perry W. Howard; Vice Pres., John Cammack; Sec'y.- Treas., Ernest T. Atwell; Director of Publicity, Roscoe Conklin Simmons; National Organizer, J. Finley Wilson; Special Representative, Henry Lincoln Johnson. NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS 613 F. St. N. W., Washington, D. C. After a conference here at Washington, it was decided that the best interests of the colored people throughout the country could be protected and their development along all lines encouraged by an organization headed by coloredmen of ability and experience. Following this decision a League was formed whose function would be to do everything possible through publicity, influence, appeal and otherwise to crystallize sentiment, and promote legislation and secure cooperation from all important sources in favor of the protection of the colored people in their constitutional and legal rights as citizens of the Nation, and to discourage discrimination and unfair treatment wherever reported generally or in particular sections whether spasmodic or persistent. In order to promote this program it was found necessary to appeal to every colored man and woman an interested and desirous of furthering this sause as outlined to subscribe at least one annual membership in order to strengthen the representation included in this agency which is to be known as THE RACIAL PROTECTIVE LEAGUE OF AMERICA Annual Membership, $2.00; Contributing Membership, $5.00, to any amount desired. Local Leagues should be established in every city, town and village throughout the country. No matter what organization you may belong to, it is a real duty to support this great movement designed to assist in the progress of the race and for the protection of its organizations, its individuals and all its varied interests, including industries, trades and un-organized occupations. With headquarters at the Nation's capital, we can take care of any reported needs of our members and represent them. Annual membership fee $2.00; contributing membership fee $5.00 up; Local Leagues may be formed by groups of ten or more getting together. Each member will pay his annual membership fee of $2.00 upon joining, fifty cents of which will be retained by the Local League and $1.50 forwarded direct to National Headquarters. A certificate will be issued to each Local League of ten or more members. Send all checks or money orders covering contributions or annual subscription memberships to ERNEST T. ATTWELL, 613 F. St. N. W., Washington, D. C. Receipt for same will be promptly sent and certificates issued for all Local Leagues. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN THE RACE? HAVE YOU RACIAL CONSCIENCE? Keeps Your Feet Dry and Warm Protects You in Rain and Snow A Much Needed Shoe Men's Dry-Sox in Vici B Men's Dry-Sox in Box C J. E. Tilt Black Vici K H. E. Tilt Shoe ---- Men's Gun Metal Calf B Men's Gun Metal Calf B Men's Gun Metal Calf B Men's Cordo Calf Dark Men's Work Shoes ---- TIEDEMANN'S Near N. W. Depot 516 1 WORDS OF PRAISE By Capt. Jas. W. Cranson Company G., 365th Inf., 92nd Divi sion A. E. F. To Whom it May Concern: This is to certify that Bugler Morris E. Butler of Co. G., 365th Infantry, after honorably serving his country in a great war is about to be discharged from the service of the United States. Remember that your bearing is reflected in the behavior and discipline of your comrades. I sincerely trust that no single act may occur to stain the splendid record won by this company, battalion, regiment and division and our colored officers and soldiers in the great world war. Your Racial Protec Of Ar character was of the highest, you showed no sign of cowardice, you fought like veterans, you fought well in the defensive and excellent in the offensive November 10th and 11th, 1918. You had no fear, you obeyed all orders when shells were falling like huge drops of rain from the skies. You were a good soldier, now be a good citizen; impact your knowledge to our race and others with whom you may come in contact. I cared for you; prayed for you; though you may not have thought so, my confidence and best wishes follow you through life, in service or elsewhere. JAMES W. CRANSON, Captain 365th Inf. U. S. A. WEST VIRGINIA SUPREME COURT DECIDES GRAND MASTER OF MASONS HAS NO AUTHORITY TO POSTPONE GRAND LODGE MEETING. Case Parallel With Fight of Newly Elected Officers of Grand United Order of Odd Fellows — Court Awards Masonic Offices to Officials Elected by Grand Lodge Held Under Regular Call. A decision has been handed down by the Supreme Court of West Virginia in the case of Hundley and others, officials elected at Grand Lodge held in obedience to the orders of the previous Grand Lodge, but attempted to be set aside by the then Grand Master. In this case the question is brought directly in issue whether an executive officer of a corporate body has the authority to postpone or set aside an annual meeting or convention called and fixed by the laws of the body. The following is the decision: LYNCH, JUDGE: The relators seek the aid of the writ of mandamus to compel respondents to deliver to them possessions of all the records, record books, minutes, proceedings, money and all other property or properties or things of any kind whatsoever belonging to the Grand Lodge of colored Masons of this state, which have come into and are in the hands of the respondents, who claim to be officers of the lodge and who hold the property by virtue of such claim. The respondent, A. E. Goodwyn was elected Grand Master of the colored Masons of West Virginia at the regular annual communication—the word communication being the Masonic equivalent of the word meeting—of the Grand Lodge held at Clarksburg in June, 1917, and the respondents, Trent and Hughes, respectively Grand Treasurer and Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge, at which communication Huntington was elected as the place for the next ensuing annual communication of the Grand Lodge, the time therefore being fixed by the constitution thereof, at which time and place the relators claim to have elected respectively as the successors of each of the respondents, which succession or the right there-to the latter deny, basing their denial upon the proclamation of the respondent Goodwyn as the then Grand Master of Masons dispensing with or "calling off" the Huntington communication because of war conditions then prevailing in this coun- STATE ex rel H. B. Hundley, GRAND MASTER etc., et al. A. E. GOODWYN, late GRAND MASTER, etc., et al. 1. A Grand Master of Masons within his jurisdiction has not authority to postpone, either tempor- arily or indefinitely, an annual communication of the Masonic Grand Lodge that elected him, where the constitution of the Order designates the time and the last preceding annual communication selected the place therefor. 2. In the event of an emergency rendering undesirable or inadvisable the holding of an annual communication of a Masonic Grand Lodge at the time and place regularly appointed and selected therefor, the Grand Master may convoke a special communication of the Masonic Grand Lodge at such time and place as he may select, and, when so convoked, it alone may determine the feasibility and necessity for such postponement. 3. Where an association, as an incorporated Masonic Grand Lodge of colored Masons, within its jurisdiction, is composed of an indefinite number of members and subject to change from death, suspension or expulsion, revocation of the charter of subordinate lodges and the grant of additional charters, and the constitution of such Grand Lodge, by laws, edicts, rules and regulation do not, nor does any rule or law or legislative provision, prescribe a constitutional quorum, the members present at the time and place regularly appointed and selected for such annual grand communication, and qualified and competent to transact the business thereof, constitute a quorum for that purpose, though less than a numerical majority of such body. 4. Mandamus lies to compel the retiring Grand Master of Masons, the Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer of a Grand Lodge of Masons to surrender their offices and deliver the books, papers and other documents, funds and other things in their possession and under their control pertaining to such official positions, to their successors in office, when their right thereto is established by clear and competent proof, and the property is within the jurisdiction of the court awarding the writ.—Baltimore Daily Herald. RESENTS BRUTAL TREATMENT. White Men Killed by Colored Soldier (Blade News Service.) SARDIS, Miss.—Bob Bedford and Barney Nance died at the Baptist Memorial hospital in Memphis, last week, from gun shot wounds received in a shooting scrape with a colored soldier, who has not yet been apprehended. Bedford had 18 perforations in his intestines. Reports of the shooting indicate that the men were shot by the soldier who recently returned from a training camp. A fight between a white boy and a little colored boy took place. The colored boy getting the best of the scrap, the white men interfered and the soldier went to the little colored boy's rescue, whereupon a pitched battle between the white men and the colored soldier took place in which the marksmanship of the well trained soldier proved the best. The white people down here are beginning to realize the folly in trying to treat the colored returned soldiers as they did before the war. From last reports no arrests have been made. THE "WHITE FOLK'S" NEGRO! An Editorial It is very regrettable that we have in Kansas City a small class of people, known as the "White Folk's" Negro. They are not only a setback and a detriment to themselves, but they are a hindrance and a disgrace to their race as well. This does not simply apply to some of our men, but a few of our women as well. The small number of Negro men and women in Kansas City who fall under this head will soon be publicly dead. He can not withstand the onslaught of the masses of Negroes, for he is against them in their cry for justice. He is against his race for selfish motives and selfish gains. He is also against the dictates of God in opposing the securing of the just rights of the Negro in this country. The "White Fok's" Negro is one who stands with hat in hand and a grin upon his face; he is one who is against any movement started by his people, regardless of its merit and the good it will do his race. He believes that no movement will be successful unless started by White men and he himself acting as their figure-head; that is, with no thoughts of his own, but simply a catspaw and a traitor to his race. What air-minded Negro is against a movement that has for its object and purpose the securing of life, liberty, property and the pursuit of happiness for his people? What respectable and progressive Negro wants to be "cooped" up in Jim Crow Cars? What intelligent Negro wishes to continue in the loathsome state of disfranchisement which is simply taxation without representation? What red-blooded American Negro wants to continue to see his people mobbed and lynched? Any Negro who is against such a just cause is not fit to hold the public confidence and should be looked upon with contempt and scorn by his fellow-men. Then, one other thing to bear in mind—what would the white people think if they learned that there are Negroes who are base enough to fight a movement that is meant for their own good? It is true that the White Man uses the "White Folk's Negro" whenever he needs him, but deep down in his heart he despises him. No man likes a coward and a traitor, and that is what the term "White Folk's Negro" signifies. Trust not the Negro, big or small, who is against any movement for the good of his people. Shun him and heed him not, for he is dangerous. We clip the above from Protest. 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