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The advocate. [volume] (Charleston, W. Va.) 1901-1913, 1911-11-23
AGENTS WANTED

to handle the very best propositton
Llperat-Com mission allowed WaS
pleasant and profitable. For
formation write Mr.. A. r. Stewar,
TUskegee Institute, Alabama n
New-York tribune., 1911-01-15
SUNDAY MAGAZINE FOR JANUARY IS. 1911

an undue sense Oi his Importance. In any cas-, bs
IS very likely 10 be forced % mount upurned blce,
or other handy rOstrum and read the eson over ana
over with such appropriate gestures and emphasis a,
may suit the taste Of the upper clasSmen surrounding
him.
The unucly fourth classman may not eniov n,
position, unless he has a Of humor, which fro
quently happens, and no doubt inwardly curses tho
editor and paper; but it does him HARM and in tho
end leads him TO better appreciation Of himself
Sons Of distinguished men are very likely 10 have
impressed upon them by upper cassmen that all dh
fcrcnccs in rank must be waived when they enter tho
academies An instance Of such mild hazing is related
by Young Phil Sheridan when he went 10 West Point
He was compelled TO besride broomstick and gallon
friolsy round inside circle OF cadets and after few
laps stop and recte stanza Of Buchanan Reads
famous poem, "Sherdan's Ride. The poem, as those
who were in school for several years following the Civil
War will remember described General Sherdans ride
from Winchester, twenty miles away" to a raging
battle which the arrival of the famous cavalry officer
changed from defeat into victory Horse and rider were
both exolled but principally the fiery stced.' Young
Sheridan was made pay due Difference % the horse
while the elocuton OF the poem according 10 the cadets
had to be equal TO that Of the actor Aurdock who frs,
read it in public.
AS to the fourth class generally il may be said that
likes it, because it is part of the game. For year they
are miserable plebes," and have certain subdued
satisfaction in it, II feature Of the iraterna system
tradition OF the institution, that they are anxious and
proud TO uphold and their 20 strengthen the
bond between them as individuals and create loyal
class sentiment For year they look forward to one
glorious dav and hour the time when they become third
classmen and are privileged 10 walk in places hereto
fore forbidden TO enter doors that have been closed
them and to take their places as upper casncn. Their
nerod of probation is ended and they feel that at last
they have reached the plane Of privilege and dignity
upon which upper classmen stand.
New-York tribune., 1911-01-15

along channels rolled stones and he did not know
the distance he would have to go to reach the place
where she was As he pressed forward, Fastening with
all possible speed suddenly sense OF exataton rose
within him. She must think Of him now! He would be
somebody in her existence since except for him. she
would not be living! Perhaps she might be grateful
assuredly she would be that but she might even reach
stronger feeling; mayhap she might come TO care for
him as he had never before allowed himself to dream
there was possibility that she could, she was so beau
full and sweet and wonderful. Swiftly less personal
and selfish mood Of gladness succeeded in his mind and
heart He was happy that he had saved her for herself
that he had been able to give her continuance Of the
New-York tribune., 1911-01-15

talnly safe. Still he raised
himself at once and with
some difficulty in his thor
oughly exhausted condition
pulled himself up on the grass.
He must hurry back to her!
When he reached her after
the upsetting of her canoe,
she had been unconscious.
He swan with her to the land.
He lifted her well up on the
firm bank. That was just
before the powerful current
swept him away from the
slippery foothold that he mo-
mentarily secured. He knew,
though, that before he had
been carried off he had put her
beyond reach of all danger.
AS he stumbled over the
stones and broke through the
underbrush, taking his way
directly along the edge OF the
stream, all that had happened
so swiftly came back to him
more clearly and more Cir
cumstantially. He had just
made a cast when, looking up,
he saw her canoe drifting into
the center of the wide deep
New-York tribune., 1911-01-15
The Hero
By George Hibbard

7HiE thudding thunder OF the falls sounded heavily
as Seaton caught at the projecting root and drew
- himself toward the shore Almost spent and all
n he remained clngng to the means Of safety so for
tunatey reached. As he dangled he obliged to hold
on with great frmness in the onrushng water. I'm
mediately he realized how the brink he was. In
an instant he would have been swept driven down
poweres into the tumutuous depths Of the torrent or
cast upon the Jagged rocks below.
And she-Seaton thought quickly that she was GER
New-York tribune., 1911-01-15

pool In attempting to regain the paddle that she lost
the craft was upset and she sank beneath the dark
face He knew that she could SWIM after fashion, in
bathing dress for short distance under easy conditions
and without the confusion Of sudden accident He
realizel though, that even if she able to make
some exertion to herself, she could not with her
strength keep herself from being driven into the rapids
which began 50 near. As happened with her cinging
draperies she was dragged swiftly down and on. When
he seized her Just before the breaking of the first
over the first rock, she nertly moonless He felt,
he held her for the instant before he raised her TO
the earth that she was wholly nSensible.
He could not tell how far he had been borne shot
New-York tribune., 1911-01-15

that Won would all stand Tor 1t II 1t meant that you
would be dismissed but we are not gong to force you to
make that sacrihce. -, :,
cn 70 Headquarters and told the officers that they had
do Tho act and we're responsible. Everyone of them
was dismissed. - r, -
,n,a student could have been kept in Coventry and
oo of nc would have had anything 10 do with him. II
b hoee IN remain in such circumstances it would have
been worse for him than for us
II am unalteraby opposed to hazing,' concluded
Admiral Schley, "and had the authority should
hrca i IN or break up the Military and Naval Acad
o,es Those Young men are sent there TO learn TO
command and to obey. They must learn subordlnation
Go far ac the little things go that simply fun and
ann cement and do not become coarse and brutal, no
harm can come of them 1t is the acts of brutality and
personal violence injury, and methods that humiate
BOYS beyond endurance, "ch tne reai sen IeSPC'i'g
young men at the academy do not approve tha should
be stopped.
What Is Hazine
TT rather fine distinction to determine just what is
haznp and what is not. Broadly speaking, there
two fors-the brutal senseleSs kind, and the nlder
fun making Sort commonly caied running Inc
latter while sometimes humiatng to the pride Of the
victim does no real ham and usually has the effect Of
making him realize his limitations and his proper
attitude toward the Service-in other words, finding
himself"-rnore quickly than would otherwise be the
case.
Manv of the young men are appointed from country
towns and it often happens that there appears IN the
local paper fulsome euogy recounting how from
barefoot bow herding cattle, book in hand, dis
tngushed young townsrnan has risen by his pucky
determination to add and fame TO his present
proud position Possibly this account falls into the
hands of an upper classman The subject Of the glowing
tribute may have come to the academy pufed up with
New-York tribune., 1911-01-15

but Secretary Robson declared 1t was case of race
prejudice and reversed the decree
ahon, that time Sunset Cox appointed bootblack
named Keefe from New York city, and he another
nrohleo We had trouble about a roommate for
Eonvers. for no white boy would room with negro.
Finally il was decided to room ,onyerS and keete
tooetber That solved the problem; for each furnished
evidence enough against the Quiet 10 cause the dis-
misSal of BOTH . -, -.
"I cav an instance of hazing when instructor which
uos b,a1 IN the extreme fourth claSsman was hung
ont of a fourth story window in blanket. He was
nearly frightened to death and in serious condition for
several davs He had reason to be scared; for the
Shining Of the hold on corner OF the blanket would
have dashed him to pieces the pavement below The
upper classmen participating in this outrage were
promptly dismissed
certain amoun of upper class discipline with respect to
the fourth class The class must be taught respect
for the seniority of upper clasSmen. But the great
difficulty is 10 determine where to draw the line There
are acts of umor and acts of brutality There are acts
of admonshment for making good department and acts
that 20 beyond reason and tradition.
Congress several years ago, when the country was
inhamed account of acts OF brutality at West Point,
PASSED very stringent law against hazing Under it
any cadet at the Military Academy or midshipman at
the Naval Academy must be dismissed if convicted of
hazing So the question to what shall be called
bazing and what shall be passed over fun proper
discipline If an upper classman should say to fourth
classman Don't eat with your knife! or Don't look
at me in that impudcnt manner! in fact give any
direction in a stern tone when not issuing necessary
orders it could be called hazing 1t is largely question
Admiral Evans is aware that members OF the fourth
class are usually unsophticated and inclined to be pert
until they are made understand the traditions of the
school and the Difference due service and seniority
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02
ST. PAUL

The event of the season was an
entertainment in honor of Miss Sarah
M. ,Talbert and Miss Lois Simmons,
at the residence of Mrs. VIM. r..
Hardy, SIS ST.. Anthony Ave., friday
evening the 25th. The billiard room
was made into card room, was very
beautiful, with soft hanging lights
and lanterns. Promptly at $3.50 p. M.
36 young people sat down to cards
and played until IL P. M, progressive
whist The prizes were dreams of
beauty, being the handiwork of Miss
Talbert. Miss Singleton of Omaha
received the first prize for ladies and
Mr.. Harris of Washington, d. c., the
gentlemans first prize. At IL P. M.
the grand march headed by Mr.. Lloyd
Hickman and Mrs. Hardy followed by
Miss Talbert and Mr.. Jasper Gibbs
came down into the library-and
then dancing to the sweet strains of
music consisting of pieces-was in
dulged in until A. M. A delightful
repast was served by the hostess,
after which the young people waltzed
tothe strains of home sweet home"
all voting it to be the SWEETEST event
of the season. .-..
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02

Miss Adah Lewis, 324 East Lake
ST., entertained on Aug. %, at her
residence in honor of the Misses
Ford, who are on a vacation from
Winnipeg, Can. The gathering con-
sisted of about 40 of the youngest
set. Refreshments were served. All
had a delightful time.
Don't miss the Harvest Home Fes.
tival at Pilgrim Baptist Church, st.
Paul, Sept. 12 to Is inc.
Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. S. Smith spent
Sunday afternoon at the residence Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. w. Brown, 346
Pierce st. A splendid dinner was the
feature.
Don't forget that the Season of
vaudeville" has begun at the South.
ern Theatre, 1922 Washington Ave.
So.
Mr.. VIM. DUNCAN the tailor, has
moved to 1911 Washington Ave. So.
He has fitted up nice shop and Is
doing very good work. DUNCAN is a
hustling young man.
Col" and Mrs. Edw. F. Mitchell
have arrived home after 10 days visit
to indianapolis to attend the X. p.
Encampment. Col. Mitchell received
first prize for having the best equip
ped tent on the Camp Grounds. The
Minneapolis Keystones played four
games while. there. and won and
lost 2. They are now on a circuit
through Iowa.
The Grand Lodge U. b. F. met In
st. Paul this week.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02
ST. PAUL LOCAL NOTES.
ORA HALLS SILVER WEDDING.

Those who attended st. James
Church on Thursday eve we're agree
ably surprised when the affair turned
out to be the Silver Wedding Of Mr..
and Mrs. Ora c. Hall, who were clos
er united in the holy bonds of matri-
mony. The choir rendered choice Sc
lections, Miss Gladys Wright sang a
solo, in her usual good voice. John.
sons Orchestra was the feature Of
the evening. Mrs. Bismark G. Archer
presided at the Organ. To the strains
of the Wedding March from Lohen-
grin the bride and groom with maids
and men of honor marched up the
isle. The ceremony was performed
by the pastor, Rev. II. P. Jones, as
sisted by Rev. Wharton. The silver
offering taken at the door was do
mated to the payment on the piano
of the Sunday School, of which Mr.
Hall is Superintendent. The church
was crowded, also the street. Every.
one met with surprise as none
knew what was going to happen. To
the Star readers, especially ladies,
We can truthfully say that Rev. Jones
Is unmarried at this writing, and the
unexpected generally happens. Many
anniversaries to the genial Ora and
Mrs. Hall. May they reach their gol-
den wedding mid such pleasant sur
roundings.
&DvERTISE-lT HELPS.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02

Mrs. r. B. Chapman left Friday to
spend few days at Anoka.
Attorney and Mrs. w. T. Francis
left this week for short trip to In
dianapolis.
Rev. J. r. White is in Kansas City.
Rev. j. e. Ford of Jacksonville,
Fla, was in the city as guest of
his sister Mrs. B. F. Edwards.
While here he occupied the pulpit of
Rev. Mcdonald at Pilgrim Baptist
Church, and was entertained by him
at his residence. He left for home
on Wednesday.
Mr.. H. X. Davis, 43S Rondo St., left
Thursday for Muskogee, Okla, on
account of illness of his father, Mr..
J. P. Davis fthat city.
Mr.. William Liggins, one OF the old
residents had his right arm broken
on Aug. 20. He was struck by an
auto. He is improving rapidly.
Mrs. Chas. Saunders and Mr.. Paul
Church left last week to attend the
funeral of Mr.. Church's father, who
died in Chicago.
Mrs. Philip Hunton of Detroit is
visiting in the Twin Cities.
Mrs. Bertie High visited Chicago
and attended the encampment at In
dianapolis.
Attorney Francis attended services
at st. Marks Church, Duluth, last
Sunday and also assisted in the Sab
bath School exercises.
Mrs. w. F. Johnson and daughter,
Miss Viola of Chicago, are guests OF
her sister, Mrs. w. H. Patterson, 10S
Sherburne av.
Have you thought that a paper
which is not worth your subscription,
is unworthy of your personals?
Miss Marguerite Adams, the daugh-
ter of Mr.. and Mrs. J. @. Adams (of
the .AppeaD is improving.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02
NEeRo.HATER IN THE TOLLS.
Prospect Park Agitor In jail.

Atty. VIM. N. Crawford, is in jail
and cannot get bonds. He Is held
for the district court, charged with
changing the deeds of lots. This
same Crawford was a candidate for
County Attorney at last election. The
Star exposed his connection with the
Prospect Park agitation. He was the
ring-leader of the conspirators, who
called at the Simpson house, and de-
manded that they move. 1t is hoped
that he may soon join that exclusive
colony at the saltwater State Prison,
where he will enjoy the fruits Of
segregation.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02

The piano recital by Miss Sarah
Talbert the brilliant and gifted daugh-
ter of Meston N. Talbert of Buffalo
at the residence of Mrs. Tom R.
Hardy Aug. 18th drew a large audi
ence. Miss Talbert played with au-
thority breadtle of conception and
fineness of Interpretation which one
looks for only in more mature
artists and the spontaneous and con-
tinued applause which followed after
the close of every number was suf-
ficient testimony of the attitude of
her audience. Her Chopin numbers
were an evidence of her versatility
and artistic equipment. The program
closed with: The Military Polonaise
by Chopin. Notable features in Miss
Talbert's work are perfect rythm,
sure use of the pedal and individual
ity. Miss Talbert will study this
year in the New England Con. She
will make her home with DR.. and
Mrs. VIM. H. Gilbert of Boston.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02

Rev. J. E. Ford of Jacksonville
preached an able and practical SER
mon at Bthesda Baptist Church last
Sunday. The attendance was very
large.
Rev. T.. J. Carter will address the
Sunday Forum at st. Peters on Sept
3rd. Rev. Carter is always interest
ing. Come and hear him.
Mrs. Geo. A. Kicks who has been
very sick is improving.
Mrs. Mary Allen and Mrs. Evelyn
Collins have returned from their va.
cation at Anandale, Mimi, where they
spent weeks.
| Mrs. Elmer Vinegar, 1405 4th ST.
So, has been very i'll during the past
three weeks, but is much improved
under the care of DR.. Brown.
Mr.. Chas. S. Chase continues sick
at his home.
]. Col. Raleigh Thompson stopped in
Chicago after the Knights Encamp
ment where he will spend a month
Diooking after business location.
Mr.. and Mrs. Earnest b. James are
visiting in Chicago and are expected
to return shortly.
Mr.. Richard Crosswhy is on the
Soo-C Chicago Cafe Car.
News has reached us of the death
of Mr.. Frank Scott, former headwait-
er of the Commercial Club. Mr..
Scott died in Toledo, Ohio, according
to reports.
Mr.. Jas. A. Roberts was the guest
of his brother Henry while in Indian
apolis.
MRS. PoPE's PARTY A SUCCESS.
The young set enjoyed themselves
at the supper and dance given by
Mrs. z A. Pope at Dania Hall on the
23rd, and the evening was joyfully
spent by those who attended. Mrs.
Pope managed the affair very credit.
ably. The refreshments and music
were enjoyed, and the department OF
the young people was especially
commendable. Mesdames Plummer
and Reese and Serg't. Pope and Mr.
Ralnh Watson assisted in the ar
rangements. Such harmonious gath
erings should be encouraged, and re
peated once a month during the dane
ing season.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02
MINNEAPOLIS NEWS.
THE SUNDAY FORUM.

Next meeting will be at st. Peters.
A. M. e. Church, Sept. 3, 1911 and an
excellent program will be arranged.
This will be large meeting, on &C.
count Of the Fair Week" and Labor
Day" visitors who will be in the city.
1t IL hoped that all who can do SO,
will attend.
Punctuality is important. The pub.
lie Is invited to attend.
DR.. r. 8. Brown, Pres.
Miss Lettie Hays, Secy.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02

Mr.. j. r. Chambers, 554 Aurora st.
is selecting a crew of walters for the
New Brunswick Hotel in Minneapolis.
Mr.. Irving Wellborn has been re-
leased on bail. Irving has been con-
fined in the County Jail charged with
cutting "Curley" Campbell.
Moses Perkins died at the City
Hospital on Aug. 10. He was a ma
tive of Tampa, Fla, and died from
cocaine poisoning. Services were
held at Lyles Undertaking Rooms.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02
MINNEAPOLIS
BETHESDA BAPTIST CHURCH.
1870 9Th st. So. .--
Rev. r. J. Carter, Pastor.

!: Rev. r. J. Carter, Pastor.
II A. N. Covenant meeting and
Communion.
1880 p. NJ, Sunday School.
8 P. M. Am really Saved?"
Thursday evening, Prayer meeting.
The pastor and members cordially
invites the public to attend our
church and social gatherings.
If you have no church home why
not come and have Christian home
with us?
So many people move into our
large cities, fail to affiliate them
selves with some church, loose their
prestige, loose their good name, and
finally loose their soul.
Services will be shorter during the
summer months.
Rev. r. J. Carter, pastor.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02
ChlIdron'o Bureau.

Former Senator Beveridge Of In
diana devoted several years Of his life
in the senate toward securing legis-
lation to amelioriate the condition of
child labor. Senator Borah introduced
and reported from his committee just
before the adjournment Of the session
a bill providing for children'a bu-
reau In the department Of commerce
and labor to Investigate questions re-
lating to the employment Of children
and other matters pertaining to the
welfare of children. Similar bills
have been introduced In the house
and are favored by the labor organise,
lions of the country. There is very
great possibility that such measure
will pass next session.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1911-09-02

Mrs. Nettie Cunningham and her
danughters Esther and Georgia Is Wis.
iting her daughter, Mrs. J. H. Bryant,
1902 Rhodes ave. Chicago.
Mrs. Ethel Brodie has recovered
from her recent illness.
Miss Elizabeth c. Carter OF New
Bedford, Mass, President of the Ma
tional Federation of Colored Wom-
ems Club left last week for Milwau-
kee.
The entertainment at St. Peters on
Aug. 30 was grand success.
Mr.. P. e. Hart of this city will
make his home in Los Angeles, Cal,
in the future. Mr.. Hart is we'll
known here and takes with him the
best wishes of many friends.
Mr.. w. M. Garrett, the tailor, has
sold his business at 1923 4th Ave. So.
He realized a good sum for his in
vestment.
Mr.. Chas., w. Brown, formerly of
this city, now of Milwaukee is rapid
ly progressing in his Electrical stu
dies, in that city.
The Forum meets Sunday.
Sept. 8, st. Peters A. M. Z. Church.
Mr.. Henry Green will open an
undertaking establishment in Omaha,
where he has gone to secure a desir-
able location. Mr. Green has many
friends in this city, who wish him
much success. His ability along this
line Is well known.
Mrs. w. r. Morris will read a pa
per at the Forum next Sunday. Mrs.
Morris Is the wife of our leading at.
torney, and has been for many years
substitute teacher in the public
schools of this city.
Mr.. Robert Glenn left last week for
Spokane, Wash, where he may To-
cate permanently.
Mr.. Chas. II. Pollard, one of the old
railroad employees, Is on the Burl-
ington diner from Chicago. Many of
his old friends were glad to see him
in the Twin Cities.
The Grand Encampment of the
Knights of Pythias will meet in
Baltimore, M. D., in 1918.
Mr.. J. M. Morris, was elected as one
of the Vice Presidents of the Negro
Educational Congress, which meets In
st. Paul in 1912.
Miss Beatrice Lee Mason, niece of
Mr.. s. ID. Tucker, 1886 18th Ave. So.,
is visiting friends at her old home in
Cincinnati, o.
Mr.: Nebraska Burkes has returned
to the city after spending several
weeks camping at Walker, MINI.
Miss Grace Harris of Mt. Pleasant,
Ia, is visiting her sister Miss Viola
Harris, 2316 9Th Ave. SO.
Mrs. Del Graham of 5000 East Lake
street who has been quite i'll, is much
improved.
Mr.. G. II. Stevens, son-in-law of
Mr. Jno. Cheatham, has joined his
wife in Sioux Falls, South Dakota,
where they expect to make their
home in the future.
Mr.. Greenleaf B. Johnson, formerly
Of this city, is now residing in Chica.
60.
BOSTON MAYOR SAYS MASS.
Boston, Aug. 26.-As there was no
Roman Catholic clergyman aboard
the liner Franconia on her last voy-
age to Boston, Mayor Fitzgerald coll
Quoted a religious service for men,
bers of his faith.
Saloon passengers went to the Sec
ond cabin, where, before about 100
persons, the Boston mayor read the
Litany of the Blessed Virgin and the
morning prayers. Mayor Fitzgerald
said:
"As priests rarely take vestments
with them when travelling, and It
would be impossible for one to con-
duct mass without them, I am going
to raise a collection among my
friends to provide a set" ....