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The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
RACE ABSORPTION THEORY.

AmaIaamation 10 or the increase, Says
Chicago University Professor.
Chicago.-In recent address deliv'
cred at the Grace Methodist Episcopal
church in this city DR.. George b. Eos
ter, professor at the University Ut Chi
cag0, gave some very interesting
views on the race question. he says
in the fnal summing up after thou
sands of years there will be no pure
white race In America. nor viii there
be q black race.
"Man has been thought of In many
ways throughout the ages" he explain
ed. He has been considered an angel
by some, an intellect by others. and
nowadays they are coming to think of
him as q toiler engaged In performing
the work Of the world. To him there
can be no sharp distinctions of race
and color.
For this reason the idea. unpopular.
to be sure, but still indicated by the
facts, that the races in America are
amalgamating ID not unwelcome to
many thinkers. Let me give you an
example,: A year ago at public gath.
ering ! addressed an audience which
was one-third unquestionably Negro
another third unQuestionably. white
and the rest somewhere in between.
THAT simply goes to show that we
are now part way along In the process.
which do not hesitate to say win be
accomplished In time The black race
Is to be absorbed. In fact, the thing
will not be so repellant In few hun.
dred years as 1t is now" he said. "As
It Is. those who say the relation be-
tween whites and blacks is symptom
Of mental defect on the part OF the
whites fail entirely to consider that
times without number the scions Of
our best southern families have shown
signs of such degeneracy. a-..
us it not more reasonable to expect
that as time goes on the more cultured
blacks will more or less naturally In
termingle with the least cultured
whites In the south until eventually
the whole process will have been com
pleted and our race will have absorbed
the other? Surely there is every rea
son to believe that that condition will
result" ~>
| Professor Foster declared that all the
solutions to the Negro problem which
have been offered thus far are made
quate. He scored especially the theory
Of geographical segregation
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
A NEGLECTED OPPORTUNITY

Several years ago St. Paul and Min
neapolis could boast of a dozen Ne
gro stenographers in each city, both
male and female, employed in white
business houses and corporations.
Marriages, removals and promotions
have now reduced the number now
employed to about three in each city,
and yet the opportunity is just as great
for our boys and girls in that line as
it ever was, but no one appears to be
taking advantage of it by preparing
themselves for the work. Some OF
our business and professional men
say that they would like to have but
cannot get a Negro stenographer
Apparently there is a great oppor-
tunity in the Twin Cities for en-
ployment as stenographer in business
places among both races.
The Star has been informed by
many of those who have been EN-.
ployed as stenographers that the
question of color never interfered
with their employment in any way
but that it was merely a matter oil
efficiency.
The young people of the Twin
Cities should not overlook an avenue
of employment that has been open tc
them for years and which may b.
closed to them if they continue tc
neglect it.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
DEATH OF PROMINENT
CITIZEN.
Aged Resident and Old Soldier Dies
After Lingering Illness at His
Home in Mortified, MINI.

John Alfred Boone died very sud-
denly Tuesday morning, Dec. 2o at
$40 o'clock following an attack of
pneumonia. Mr.. Boone was taken
to the hospital in the early part of
November, where he underwent two
very serious operations. Weakness
resulting from this illness seems to
have accelerated the end.
John A. Boone was born in North
Carolina "a years ago the 9th of last
Sept, and came to Minnesota before
the Civil War. He was married Nav
20, 1862 to Miss M. Pittman and to
this union ten children were born
seven surviving as follows Dexter
of Elyria, Ohio, Mrs. M. o. Cannon
of Minneapolis, George w. of Mime
apolis, Fred of Mortified, Jesse Of
Des Moines, Iowa, Albert L. of Oma.
ha. Neb., and Robert L., of Gregory
South Dakota.
/ Mr.. Boone was member of Hey.
wood Post, G. A. R. having served as
corporal in Company H. Eighteenth
MISSOURI regiment, U. S. Infantry
He was widely known in his home
town and surrounding country ant
will be mourned by wide circle Of
friends and acquaintance.
The funeral was held Thursday al
P. M. from the residence, Rev. c
H. McCherry officiating. Intermen
in the Mortified cemetery.-North
field Independent.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
FUNERAL OF MRS. DAVEN-
PORT.
Mother of Atty. Francis Passes After
Well Spent Life.

Mrs. Hattie Davenport died Sum-
day, Jan. 10th, at her home on Carroll
Ave. She was confined to her bed
but few days, and had suffered I'M
complainingly for many years. Her
funeral was held Tuesday afternoon
from St. James A. M. E. Church.
Short services were held at her resi-
dence. The casket of black broad
cloth was covered with flowers. The
pail bearers were: John H. Dilling-
ham, T. E. Franklin, J. B. Johnson,
Fred. D. Parker, Chas. Shepard and
Robt c. Minor, from Mars Lodge of
Odd Fellows.
The services were opened by sing
ing: Lead, Kindly Light.
Rev. Murrell of Pilgrim Baptist
Church read the goth Psalm, Prayer
by Rev. Lealtad was followed by sing
ing: at is we'll, with my Soul" Rev.
ing as his subject "A Heroine" He
told of the noble work done by the
deceased in church and fraternal or
CARNATIONS, how she had borne pa
tently her affliction and how she had
been devoted mother and willing
worker, ever planning to do some
thing for the betterment of humanity.
He said that 81 have never had the
privilege of standing over one so old
as she, who had done so much to
make our race what it is today.
realize in her death the passing, not
only of an individual, but type, of
which America will not see again;
and will regret because of it's pass
ing" Rev. Jones spoke in highest
terms of her great contribution to hui
mainly, by her quiet, Christian &C
tivity, ever willing to suffer self-de-
NAL for the benefit of others. He
paid glowing tribute to her son,
who had been a devoted son to his
mother also to his wife who had faith
fully assisted him. Rev. Jones said
that We need such women today to
make a better womanhood and such
men to make better manhood. The
impressive services of the Household
of Ruth and Juveniles were conducted
by N. G.. Mrs. T. E. Franklin. There
was large attendance of friends.
Simpson and Wills directed the funer-
al.
Mrs. Hattie Davenport was born
in Louisville, KY, Mar. 9, 1851, aged
81 years. She was a charter member
of Household of Ruth No. $50, and
was its first Noble Governess. She
organized the Juvenile Society ISL,
She was member of Biddle Circle,
Ladies of G. A. r. and and active
member of St. James A. M. E. Church.
She leaves son and daughter-in-law
and many friends to mourn their
loss. She had been a resident of ST.
Paul over 80 years, formerly of In
dianapolis, Ind.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
DR.. NORRIS IS OPTIMISTIC.
President Of National Baptist Conven-
ton Says Situation 10 Satisfactory.
BY WILLIAM ). FIR ANKLIN.

President OF National Baptist Convoh-
ton Says Situation 10 Satisfactory.
By WILLIAM ). FRANKLIN.
Helena, Ark.-One of the busiest and
most able officials Of any religious body
in this section of the country is the
Rev. DR.. Elias G. Morris of this city.
His duties as president of the National
Baptist convention. are large and ex.
acting. Besides the great bulk of work
which he has to look after personally.
it takes three secretaries to do the
clerical work in connection with the
various branches Of the convention.
In a recent statement regarding the
outcome of the recent session of the
convention held in Philadelphia DR.
Morris says:
II was very much gratified at the
outcome Of the recent session of the
national Baptist convention and be-
lieve when the sober afterthought of
the leaders, even those who appeared
to be in opposition to the will of the
majority. has had time to fully assert
itself that much of the ordinations
and recriminations now going the
rounds will cease. 49,.
II think that the meeting was by far
one Of the greatest held and a COM
plete vindication of the president from
the charge that he had animus against
the publishing board for alleged wrongs
perpetrated against him. Even the sec-
rotary of the board clearly stated that
the $1,000 about which 80 much had
been written and spoken went to pay
the printers and writer's and was not
paid as salary to the editor.
PERSONALLY have. no Ill will against
any man. DR.. Boyd and myself have
not fully agreed as to the manner Of
conducting the cooperative missionary
work. and the same might be said In
bygone years Of the foreign mission
work, but the difference seems to be
this. that Dr. Jordan, the correspond.
ing secretary. is willing to be advised
by his brethren and submit to the will
of the convention. ...
There are matters connected with
the affairs Of our boards that l do not
care to discuss at this time. especially
such things that have been transacted
since the meeting Of the convention.
| believe all will be adjusted in due
time. and there will be nothing but
peace and harmony in the ranks of the
national Baptist convention. 10
Zone need not expect everything to
move along smoothly in a convention
representing 100000, where every
man has free speech and many Of them
are contending for the mastery. am
glad that it Is as 1t is, and we are
going to show to the world that the
Negro Baptists of this country are
united, although we may at times
| difPorv
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
.
MAKING GOOD IN KENTUCKY.

Professional Life In Louisville a. Re-.
fisoted by Dr.. G. D. Smith.
Louisville, Ky.-The colored people
Of this city have to their credit many
well educated. industrious and capa-
bic men and women who are success.
fully engaged In business and the vari.
Gus professions Besides these activi.
ties and the churches. the state univer-
sity. the public schools. the Young
Mems Christian association and the
two branch libraries are centers Of In.
terest which reflect the aspirations and
achievements of our people along In.
tellectual lines.
Among the professional men Of rec
ognized ability is DR.. G. d. Smith, who
came here from Bristol, Tenn, where
be had made an admirable record az
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
AFRO-CHRISTIANS
SHOW GRATITUDE
Dr.. Howell Speaks at Big
Church Convention
LAUDS RELIGIOUS HEROES.

President Of Progressive international
Body Of churehmsn In Able Address
Calls Attention to What Good White
People North and South Have Done
For Our Race.
One Of the most industrious and de-
vout men of our race in the Christian
ministry is the Rev. DR.. 8. A. Howell
of Newport News, Va. He Is the hon
ored president Of the Afro-C Christian
convention, which has large member
ship. many splendid church edifces
and capable ministers. The conven-
ton also has within its Jurisdiction
large number Of well organized Sun
day schools and conducts thrifty
work for home and foreign missions.
The women's national organization Of
the convention holds its national con-
vention biennially.
At the recent meeting Of the Ameri-
can Christian convention held in
Springfield. O.. the Rev. Dr. Howell
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mr.. Sylvester w. Oliver
lights, producing a scenic effect much
to the pleasure of his patrons. The
designs are painted by Sanford and
are very commendable. There are
few places which surpass divers
When in doubt, call at divers, IA
Third Ave. So, and witness the
Cabaret by best entertainers. After
theatre parties will find it specially
convenient to spend a while in the
luxurious Cabaret Room under such
very pleasant Accommodations.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
HERE 1T IS!

have a five room bungalow in the
South Central District that I will sell
for nothing own and monthly pay
ments just like paying rent, if sold by
the First of the Month, as the party
is leaving the city and will sell it at a
sacrifice. Respectfully,
F. PEOPLES, ago Boston Block
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

a dentist DR.. Smith IL a native of
South Carolina He received his first
certificate Of graduation from the State
Normal school at Salisbury. N. O.. In
1901 In the fall Of 1901 he entered
Livingston college, from which he
was graduated In the spring Of 1908.
Being DESTROYS Of making dentistry
his profession, DR.. Smith entered the
Meharry Dental college at Nashville.
Tenn, from which he was graduated
in 1907 as valedictorian Of his class.
He is studious. painstaking and cour-
teous and enjoys the good will and
patronage Of his race in this city. DR..
Smith keeps himself well Informed on
all subjects relating to his work and
therefore has the reputation Of being
one of the best prepared men in his
profession In this section of the south.
He Is much interested III the well
fare of his race and believes that the
professional men and women should
take an active part in all good move
ments for the advancement of the race.
II one is to Judge from DR.. Smiths
past career In Louisville his future
under favorable conditions will be
fraught with great success.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
DIVERS NEW CABARET.

Mr.. Sylvester w. Oliver is keeping
pace with the modern features of en-
tertainments, and has decorated his
Cabaret Room in the most approp-
rate design, with myriads of electric
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mrs. D. E. Buckuer left Thursday
eve. for Jacksonville, Miss, to visit
her deceased husbands relatives. She
will remain there while convalescent
from injuries sustained by her re-
Gently by falling from a street car.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

The funeral of Mrs. Anna T. Jack
son was held on Sunday evening Rev.
Carter conducted the services. The
remains were taken to Nashville,
Tenn. She was the aunt of Mrs. Sey-
mour of Smelling Ave.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
ST. JAMES "A: M. E. CHURCH,
sIS 9Th Ave. &c., Minneapolis.
Rev. E. r. Edwards, Pastor.
FORUM MEETING.

The Forum meets Sunday, January
~, at Bethesda Baptist Chuch. The
program includes a Clarionet Solo by
Mr.. BENZ. George. Violin Solo, Miss
Ednah Shull. Subj. for Discussion:
"Woman Suffrage" led by Mr.. Rich'd
Stokes. Vocal Solo, Miss Babe
Barksdale. All are invited.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Baptismal Services will be held at
Peoples Christian Assembly, 1904
Washington Ave. So, at P. M. on
Sunday evening. Rev. Mitchell will
officiate.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Paul Sayers, the reliable and ac-
comodating chauffeur has one of the
most comfortable winter cars, with
which he will give you the best serv-
ice. Remember Paul. Main 1902.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
divers CABARET,
a44 Third Ave. So. MINI.
Premier Artists. Cafe Service.
Sylvester w. Oliver, Manager.

Chef Jones of the Arcade Cafeteria
Is making great record. This es-
Enlistment feeds thousands daily,
ave-s ging ~ meals per minute.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mr.. ]. L. Gibson is sick at his home,
62o No. 5th St. He has been con-
fined to bed two weeks with pleurisy,
attended by DR.. Bloom.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
JUDGE JOHNSONS
SPECIAL DANCES,
JUDGES BIRTHDAY PARTY
JANUARY 20, 1915.

MEET YOUR FRIENDS AT
Union Temple Hall, as Washington
Ave. So.
where Judge Johnson will entertain
his many patrons. Best order
Music and Refreshments.
A Happy New Year to all is the
wish of
Judge Johnson,
The pleasure-maker.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mr.. A. A. Ford of the 500 Line
has been confined at his residence, 9th
Ave. No., during past two months
with rheumatism, but is improving.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
Neatly Furnished Rooms.

Newly Furnished Front Rooms,
Suitable for Gentlemen or Ladies, on
the car line, Bath and Heat. Apply
to Mrs. M. Jackson, 827 Cedar Ave-,
Minneapolis. Call Mic. sol.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
AUTO FOR SALE.

Any one desiring bargain will do
well to see me before purchasing an
auto. Write to Martin Brown, 23I3
Park Ave. So.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mr.. L. D. Martin has sold his
hotel and restaurant. Mr.. and Mrs.
Martin will return to their residence
on Garfield Ave-, to reside.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

The Big Three. Every First and
Third Tuesday. Arcade Hall, 1911
Washington Ave. So, Minneapolis.
Good Music. Refreshments and Good
Order.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Dressmaking-Plain and Fancy
Sewing. Baby Clothes a speciality.
Cali South 4o4. Mrs. Lewis, 2oI2
Harriet Ave. So.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Abraham Williams, young man of
good standing is held for trial in the
District Court for forgery.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Energetic Rural School Supervisors.
The influence of the work Of state
supervisors of rural schools Is De-
ing felt for good IN scores Of local.
ties in which educational advantages
In the past have been very poor.
Among the men who are leading In
this work are f. q Button Of Ken
lucky. Jackson Davis Of Virginia. l..
M Favrot Of Arkansas. George d.
GODDARD Of Georgia. n &, Newbold Of
North Carolina. J l.. Sibley Of Ala
bama and 8 L. Smith of Tennessee.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mr.. Schuyler Phillips has secured
the appointment as Janitor of the
House of Representatives. -.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
intellectual.

A story comes from nearby city
and In not intended as an offense' to
the literary sentiment Of that city, but
nevertheless 1t is a fact. The other
day a shopper went into bookstore
and asked for certain concise edi-
don of Shakespeare's plays.
"PlaysT queried the young man In
diligently. Don't you mean worksY
mo-" said the shopper. II mean
plays"
'That's funny" said the young man.
II thought Shakespeare wrote nothing
but works. "-Ind;Bnapolis News.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
DIR. SPINGARN TO SPEAK.

DR.. J. E. Spingarn, Chairman of the
Board of Directors of the National
Society for the Advancement of Col
ored People, will speak at Jewish Re
formed Temple, 10th St. and sth Ave
So, Minneapolis, Friday evening,
January 22, and on Sunday afternoon,
January "a, at Unitarian Church, 9th
and Mary Pr, Minneapolis. All are
invited to hear him.
DESIRABLE HOUSE TO LET.
Beautiful (3) Three Story Mod
ern Building, in the coming Col
ored District, Center of City.
Hotel. CHEAP rent. McDew,
S02 Sykes Block.
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Send your subscription by Post office
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The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mrs. R. S. Brown is able to be out
after a recent illness.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mrs. Noah Moss is slowly recover
ing from her long illness.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

II you wish TO help this publication
Send your subscription by Post office
order.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16

Mr.. Harry Blair is seriously i'll at
the home of his mother on Chicago
Ave.
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BETHESDA BAPTIST CHURCH
Iath Ave. So. and 9Th St.
All are welcome.
Rev. T. ]. Carter, Pastor.
Residence or E. rs ST., Minneapolis.
Peoples Christian Assembly.
Rev. G. w. Mitchell, Pastor,
Iao4 Washington Ave. So.
Comet and Serve the Lord.

ST. PETERS A. N. e. CHURCH.
22nd St. near 10th Ave. So.
Rev. Thos. B. Stovall, Pastor.
The Twin City star. [volume] (Minneapolis, Minn.) 1910-19??, 1915-01-16
Suspicion.

Suspic,ou.
He-Are you happy. dnrling3 She
oh, am doubly happy. He-fou
are. eh3 Who's the other tell0wf
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The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1915-10-14

Going to heaven!' George below
ed. Going to heaven! Going to
heaven, my Lord! Going to heaven,
heaven, h~eaven!'
he tried to climb higher, but began
TO SLIP downward. his eXertions caus-
ing damage TO his apparel. A button
new into the air, and his knickerbock-
ers n his waistband severed rela-
lions.
Devils got my coattails, sinners.
Old devils got my coattails!' he an
bounced appropriately. Then he be-
gan to slide. He relaxed his clasp of
the tree and slid TO the ground.
Going I o - shrieked George,
reaching a high pitch Of enthusiasm
In this great climax.
With a loud scream Mrs. Bassett
threw herself out of the window,
~alighting by some miracle upon her
feet with ankles unsprained.
Mr.. kinosling, feeling that his pres
ence as spiritual adviser was demand
ed IN the yard, followed with greater
dignity through the front door. AT
the corner Of the house a small de
parting figure collided with him VIC
lently. 1t was Penrod. tactfully with
drawing from what promised to be a
family scene of unusual p%ainfulness.
Mr.. Kinosling seized him by the
shoulders and, giving way to emo
ton, shook him ~viciously.
You horrible boy!' exclaimed Mr..
Kiuosling. You rufIianly creature,
Do y,u know what's going to happen
to you when you grow up? Do you
realize what you're going to beT'
With flashing eyes the indignant boy
made known his mistaken purpose,
He shouted the reply:
"a minister"
The Brookings register. [volume] (Brookings, Brookings County, S.D.) 1903-1971, 1915-10-14

South Dakota State College OF Agriculture
and Mechanic Arts.
New 500, 900 Agricultural Building a,
State College.
Municipality Owned Telephone, Electric
Light, Heating and Water Works Plants.
Strong Commercial Club with 200 Mem
bers in Good Standing. Fine Club Rooms.
Surrounded by the Best Farming Land In
the State, Where Crops are Sure and Boun-
tiful.
One Exclusive Dry Goods and Ladies Fur
nishing Store.
Two Billiard Halls and Bowling Alley as
Places OF Amusement.
Home Of the Brictson Tread.
Brictson Manufacturing Company, makers
Of the Brictson Tire Tread.
Brookings Produce Co. Cash Market for
All Farm Products.
Fifty New Houses and Seven Brick Bust
ness Blocks Erected During 1914, Besides
Many Other Substantial improvements.
Beautiful trees line the streets and the
City presents a fine appearance, matted as
1t is in the midst of a fine growth of shade
and ornamental trees. Her citizens are will
ing and ready to encourage and assist every
helpful industry.
Bookings is Located on the Main Line OF
the c. & N. w. Ry. from Chicago to Pierre,
the Capital of the State. Also Headquarters
for Train Crews Running North to Water
town and on to Redfeld and Gettysburg.