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The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-01-08

PETTICOATS 1.95-N e a tly trimmed lingerie petticoats, ex- cellent quality, pretty lacey styles, full ruffle flounces. The spring vogue for novelty cotton frocks accentuates the necessity for pretty lingerie petticoats, which may be bought now at saving. FINE PETTICOATS 3.5O- Pretty lacey petticoats of excel lent quality muslin. Pretty new styles, all exceptional values and worth bit of your attention this morning. It isn't necessary to state what these petticoats are worth, for women with experience will appreciate their "excess' value. TEDDY BEARS 1.19-Teddies in beautiful array of styles 15 to be exact-of fine sheer quality fabrics, simply or elaborately trimmed in beautiful faces and embroideries, some flesh, some white. Camisole top teddies included among those most de- sirabe.
 PHILIPPINE GOWNS 6.95-- From the delft fingers of Philip pine needleworkers we have received, in time for the January White Sale, an attractive lot of Phillipine hand made and hand embroidered gowns priced 6.95 to 15.OO. These are trimmed in some instances with real filet faces in the most beautiful and novel designs. CREPE TEDDIES 1.69- Pure silk crepe de chine teddies, even better than those of year ago at 1.69. These are in flesh only, trimmed with three rows of lace to create pretty cam isole top, which is made more attractive by the addition of lace straps.
 CREPE GOWNS 5.95-Excel- lent quality pure silk crepe de chine gowns which may be chosen in three plain styles, and five lace trimmed styles-eight in all. Most of these are in flesh, although few are in white Some trimmed with georgette and lace combination.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-01-08
BlOuSes
 S3.95

Fren c h voile blouses in white, and tailored mod els of i m p 0 r ted striped voile. Very pretty.
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-01-08

The results from meatless and wheatless days, inaugurated at the suggestion of the United States Food Administration, have now for the first time given us sufficient re- serve of meat to allow us to partial ly comply with the requirements for shipment to the countries associated ter of satisfaction to the entire American people to know that their devotion in this matter now enables them to at least partially fulfill duties to these countries in this re- Spect
The Birmingham age-herald., 1918-01-08
MUSLIN PETTICOATS 85c-

These good muslin pettlcOatS have double panels and scalloped bot toms. Buy this summers supply now and pay just about half what you will pay when summer comes.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
Mrs. Harry Walker in Richmond.

Mrs. Harry Walker, of Lexington,
Va. was called to the city on account
Of the illness OF her daughter. Miss
Mamie Walker, who is a student at
IIartShorn Memorial College. Mrs
Walker has been travelling in the
intercst of the proposed Old Folks
Homo and Orphanage, Of which she
lis the founder. She recently received
a charter from the Commonwea
for it's establishment.
Mrs. Walker is the bctter-half OF
Mr.. Harry Walker, whose phenomc-
nal rise from n cowboy to ono OF the
largest real estate holders in the State
has astoundcd many. 1t was through
her economical abilities and sacrifice
ing proclivtics that inspired Mr..
Walker in his dash from poverty
to wealth.
She is we'll fitted for her great
undertaking and the heavy burden
that will rest upon her in maintaining
the modern Old Folks Home and
Orphanage, that will be established
in Lexington. unfortunately, on
account Of the illness OF her daughter
she has been unable to meet the pub
lie in the interest Of her work.
She is located with Mrs. Milton
Dabney, SIT N. First street while
here. We wish for her abundance
of success in her new field of labor.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
COLORED SOLDIERS ARE
FIRED UPON BY THE .
MILITARY GUARD
ohe BILLED, Two Wounded, Following
An Attack on Store In Newport
News, Virginia.
Soldiers Interrupted In httmpt TO
wreck Soft Drink Place Where
one 81 Their Number Had Been
in argument With Clerk.

Newport News, Va. March 2-One
colored stevedore was killed and two
wounded, one probably fatally, when
guards of the Forty eighth Infantry
early tonight fired on n party of from
200 to 400 stevedores who were at.
tempting to wreck Il small store near
thelr camp. The names of the dead
man and the wounded had not been
asccrtained to night.
Colonel Van Voorhts. chief of shaft
mere, said at 10 o'clock that every
thing was quiet and that he antici.
pated no more trouble. The colonel
says the trouble resulted from an mr.
gument be tween Private Turner of
the Three Hundred and Twenty-third
Labor Company and a white clerk in
soft drink place known as Saunders
store late this afternoon.
Turner gathered about 800 co'ored
stevedorcs around him and returned
TO the place to night. Armed with
bricks and bottles, the stevadorcs at
tempted to wreck the store. The ser
geant OF the guard, stationed about
4oo yards away, ordered the guard to
arrest the stevedorcs. The stcvcdoros
TOOK to their heels when the guard
bore down on them and tile guard
Fired about fifteen shots after Two
commands to halt had gone unnoiced
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
In NIcnOl'ian.

In sad but loving remembrance of
our dear husband and father. Rev.
e. G. Thompson, who departed this
life one year ago February 81. 1917.
He is gone. but not forgotten.
How We miss his tender care,
Sadness fills our eyes Win tears;
When we view his vacant chair.
Friends may deem we have forgo:
him,
And our wounded hearts are healed;
But they know not, the sorrow.
That's winthin concealed.
He has gone, yes gone above,
TO join the heavenly host;
But soon again We'll see the loved
one,
Who on earth, we valued most.
His devoted Wife and Daughter.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
announcement.

Mrs. Ella 0. Waller wishes to an
nonnce to her friends that she is now
with e. c. Meyer Jewclry Co. Num-
Der 81 w. Broad Street as agent. She
desires the patronage of her many
friends as this is the first Jcweldy co.
III this city to employ a Colored wo-
man as its representative.
wedding presents. diamonds, watch
es silverware, pine and jewelry of
all kinds. cut glass &C for sale.
On visiting the store give Mrs. Wal
Ter the benefit Of your purchase. Give
her call.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
MECHANICS SAVINGS BANK I&UYS
TRUE REFORMER PROPERTY

The Mechanics Savings Bank has
purchased the old True Reformcr Hall
in Fulton and the one OH Church Hill
located OH 30th St. The Law and
Equity Court, Judge Beverly Crump
presiding designated and appointed
Attorney j. II. Pollard as Special
Commissioner to convey the property
to the Bank by deed and this has been
done. The proceeds will be placed to
the credit Of the Savings Bank, Grand
Fountain, United Order Of True Re-
formers. Attorney james w. Gordon
and cX--Judge Daniel Grinnnn are the
Receivers.
This Is the final chapter in the con
version OF all OF tho assets of the dc
funct True Reformers bank in, o
cash. Arrangements are under way
to pay the last and only remaining
dividend to those VINO were depositors
in the institution. The Mechanics
Savings Bank Through its Prcsiden.
John Mitchell, Jr., made flat offer
not only for this property but also
for n $500 note. Upon the rccommcn
dation Of the Receivers, the offer was
accepted.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
BAKER MOTHItR'S CLUB.

On Friday March 1, 1918 ut 4 p. NJ.
one of the best and most helpful
meetings the club has had for sever
Sal years was heartily enjoyed by all
present.
The new and third principal for
sthe tcrm--Mr. Geo. Bennett. was in
PRODUCED by the president OF the club
Mrs. Rosa ID. Bowscr.
He made very timely and well re
1ccivcd address to the mothers, urg
hing cooperation on their part with
athe principal and teachers of the
&chool.
The club was highly entertained
by rectationa by Miss Creola Mays
! nrd Miss Florence Smith mcnbers Of
&the Girls Club. Their voices suited
5tEc selections rendered yiZ-f'When
Malinda Sings and "Jhe Colored Sol
4 lier"'-both the work Of Pau l..
$Dunbar. Following these rendiiions
LIE president introduced the speak
Dr. Of the evening, DR.. r.. J. King,
pastor of 9Th st. Baptist church.
DR.. King spoke as only DR.. King
Speaks. To say that he helped the mo Il
: rs and caused sunshine in their souls
l lcs rts-though the clouds were heavy
s outside but family will express
! he pleasure Of a" who were fortu-
: nate enough to hear him. We were
! slad TO hear him say that he is one
Pf us, and in his own wOrds-"will
come again"
The meeting was given over to dis
) ussion by the members. Mrs. e. l..
ID. Bryan gave comp cite and stir
ling account of her visit to Camp Lee
Ind oddrocc IN tho COlOrp1 col6iprS
i DR.. Cooper, Mrs. Stallings. Mrs .
%thambers, Mrs. Deane. Mrs. Whist on
i md othors spoke.
Il A suggestion was offered by the
president and acted upon favorably
Hence, large committee was appoint
I'D to work out plans for some needed
/ Ind important future work by the
! Tub.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
THE WIFE OF MIR. BENJAMIN y.
NiNDIIRVALL LAID NC REST.

Mrs. Lula b. VanGervall, wife of
Mr.. Benjamin =. Vander"aii died,
Monday, February 25th, 1918 at Vir
gnia Hospital after having survived
for that length Of time, the frightful
injuries sustained by her, Thursday
February 21st at her home TIL N.
Seventeenth ST. IL seems that she
caught fire in some unacCNuntab.c
way and her screams were heard by
girl, who told Mrs. Virginia Brown
VINO lives just across lot in another
mouse. She was the first one to reach
her and eXtinguish the flames.
She found her at the head of the
stairway in IL light blaze. The case
was considered hopeless from the
start. She fingered until the time
stated. The funeral services were
| held Thursday, February 2Sth at
the First Baptist Chruch, OF which
she was a faithful and energetic mem
Der.
On the rostrum were Rev. II. j.
Bass, Rev. VIM. Fl. Stokes, ID. ID. Rev.
S. G. Burrell, d. D.. Rev. Jacob
Turner, Rev. w. A. Mitchell, Rev
j. II. Binford.
AS the funeral party entered the
Church the organ pealcd forth under
the skilled fingers of the church vet
cran organist. Mrs. Mamie o. Cobb,
that familiar tune Nearer My God
TO Thee"
The services began with the lin
ing of hymn by Rev. r.. J. Bass
| abide With Me-" reading of the
scriptures, the Twcnty--third Psalm
by Rev. S. G. Burrcll; prayer by
| Rev. Jacob Turner: hymn "My Days
| are Gliding Swiftly By" lined by Rev.
! w. y. Mitchell; resOlu ions from
Joanna Moore Council |. o. o. ST.
| Luke OF which she was the first chief
| resolutions from Star of the West
| Tent OF which she was the secretary
| rcSoiut ,ons from the Ladies Auxiliary
| to the Usher Board of which she was
| its president; resolutions from the
| Deacon Board, Ushers and Christian
| Endcavor Society were read.
Mothers Prayer was rendered by
| Miss E' iZahc!h Taylor. The song ana
| singer were selected by the deceased
| Rev. w. II. Stokes pastor OF the
| Ehenczer Baptist Church who is a
| close friend OF her family spoke briei
ly but very teelingly; Rev. w. II.
! 10. nson, ID. d., preached the funeral
| d scourse from the tex selected by
l INC u1iSdoSh, oJttt StilliS tlu Vel ~ .
| Lord make me to know mine end
| and the measure OF my days, what il
| is; that | may know now frail l am
| lie spoke very fee ingly Of the work
| OF The deceased in the church for all
! church work for ihc poor and needy
/ and outcast.
| Rev. j. II. Binford led. II have
! fought my way through, have finish
] ed the work thou gave me
to do, which piece was also selected
| by the deceased.
AS the funeral party marched out
the organ pcaled forth Chime Forever
| Floral designs from the various
| organizations and friends were mum
| erous and beautiful.
| The honorary pail bearers were:
| DcHcOns, John a. Boiling, Jas. II
| Harper. Lucius Storrs. JAS. II. Nor
| ton. W. II. Minor, and Joseph Chair
| ty.'
Active Ushcrs: DR.. II. A. Allen, w q.
r. Green. Thaddcus w. Pcmbcrton,
| Robert White Richard Brice. William
| Adams. Funeral Director, Mrs. Lucy
| T.. G.. Scott officiated. Interment in
Woodland Cemetery.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
COLORED SOLDIER IS
REFUSED FOOD IN
!. WESTERN CITY
Manhattan, Kansas, Feb. &c, 1918.
An Open Letter to the Editor Of the


An Open Letter to the Editor Of the
Manhattan Mercury,
This morning, about 2 o'clock.
entered the restaurant just across
: from the Manhattan railroad station.
I had just returned from Omaha.
The man OH duty there refused to
sarve me. I'VE don't. serve colored
l4rade," he said. That's news TO me-"
u replied. Then l said to him: ''You
refuse to serve me at your lunch coun
ter because l am cOlored man, and
! am soldier Of seventeen years ser
vice for your country and mine. l
am one of the protectors Of your bust
ness. Besides, l have legal right
to be served here. Conditions are
pretty rotten when such a thing as
has happened to me is possible He
answered not word. Then l walk
ed out into tho cool Of the night and
looked at the stars of high heaven.
. Let me repeat It, conditions are
pretty rotten when such Il thing as
this is possible" Why should q man
talk Democracy and not practice it?
Had this man been truly American
he could not have refused 10 serve
eolored American In his restaurant
Had he been purely patriotic he
"Oulu luNc SOAoluCl Cu hiAhoSAA GNU
his business honored by serving sol
dier--even though that soldier be IAN
S nerican Negro. Legally, as we know
Restaurant is n public and not II pri-
4te institution. Then it is unlawful
hen such place refuses to serve
erein any part Of the public. The
fa.lman side Of it Is that hunger should
R3nake tho whole world kin. hungry
Bdog deserves n hone, n hungry man
83deserves more. A hungry soldier
] what does he deserve? He deserves to
be made welcome while he eats. The
Christian side Of ii is, I came hungry
(rcqucst!ng bread to sustain the
body but was refused food. l came
thirsty (aslling for a glass of butter
milk but was given no drink. l.ibcr-
! ty. where art thou? (Echo answers.
RE'For the Negro in America, | am a
Vile and the truth is not in mc.") How
\ long will these things be? (Echo
asks, CHOW LONG?O
LUCIAN Il. WATKINS.
4 Sergeant FRS Class, Med, Dept.
U. S. Army First Sergeant Field
Hospital 366, Camp Funston, Kansas
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
PLANET EDITORS WAR
ADDRESS TO SOUTH
R|CHMONDERS
n GRAND MASS MEETING At THE
SECOND BAPTIST, SOUTHSIDE
EIuor Mitchell Delivers War Address
to EnthuS nStic Southsidcrs.

Sunday, March the third. three
thirty p. M. the Second Baptist
Church was crowded to its doors, in
the gallery and on the main floor, in
a special service given under the di-
rection of Mr.. George II. Johnson,
one of Southside's popular undertake
crs, who secured the valuable SER
vices of the Hon. John Mitchell, Jr..
Editor OF The Planet, President of
CONTINUED On Fifth Page.)
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
Baltimore Wants Richmond Teacher.

Webster Davis School, among the
best of Richmond, may not keep the
services Of Prof. Nelson Williams, Jr.,
acting principal. Baltimore IS look
ing for High School competent ma
terial and has called Prof. Williams,
who is an honored graduate of Rich
mond Normal School and has taught
here for nearly thirty Years. He is
about completing his Columbia Uni
versity degree courses
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
\ Card Of Thanks.

We wish to express our many
thanks to friends, ncighbors, the In
dependent Order Of Samaritans and
|. p. 0. and S. p. of Bethlehem for
their kindness to my husband and
father during his illness.
His wife and daughter, Lucy A.
Jackson, (Wife); Alice J. Thompson
(Daughter.)
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
"SomcNhcrc In France"

Mrs. Clara G.. Pcrvall, II W. Jack
son St, has received n letter from
her son Frank S. Pervall stating
that he has arrived safe in Europe.
He is in the U. S. Navy and wants
his mother to send him The Richmond
Planet and ST. Luke Herald. He is
we'll and wishes to be remembered TO
his friends.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
him by Dr.. William II. Hughes.
HEROIC TREATMENT

Twas at first thought that the
sight Of both eyes was lost, but hope
was entertained that one might be
saved and the other while had might
be retained also, but with impaired
sight. On last Tuesday, it was decid
ed that unless heroic treatment was
rcsorted to. he would become totally
blind and so the right eye was re-
moved. A visit 10 the laboratory
showed the table where the accident
occurred. The explosive has dug two
or three holes in the work bench about
half an inch deep.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
THE BAPTIST PEACE
Commission To SIT
IN MEMPHIS

All who are interested in the wei
re and progress of the Baptist De
nomination must have noticed with
great interest the discussions which
have been going on over Baptist af
fairs in the papers during the past
CONTINUED On Fourth Page.)
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
WOULD HAVE LOST HIS LIFE

Had the larger piece of metallic So
dunn exploded. DR.. Brown, would
have lost his life. General regret is
expressed as the injured dentist is
very popular in this community and
has made many friends. The latest
report is that he is resting and the
hope Is universal that he may yet re
tain his sight. Prof. Scott was in
charge Of a class in the room adjoin
ing the laboratory when the Planets
representative called.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09

MADAME Lucie Christian Scott.
with her husband Funeral Director
Alpheus Scott had charge of the fun
al or Lula B. Vandervall, wife of Mr..
-. l.. Vanderva'l Thursday February
2S, 1918.
-Buy War Savings Stamps. They
may De secured at the Mechanics
savings Bank a:'d at the Planet
Office.
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert Henry of
Norlolk. Va. paid flying visit to
South RichmCl Il las. week.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
Divorced.

A decree divorcing Bertha F.. Will
son. (nce) Thompson from William
W. Wilson was entered February %,
1918 in the Law and Equity Court of
this city. The cause was known as
Bertha 70. Wilson against William
w. Wilson. The plaintiff will as
sumo her maiden name.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
DIR. ROSCOE G. BROWN LOSES
RIGHT EYE.
Violent Explosion Endangcrs Life
Steady Improvement Noticeable.

A most distressing accident occurr-
ed in the chemfca! laboratory of the
Virginia Union University in Pick
ford Hall. Monday February 25;h 1918
when DR.. Roscoe C. Brown, who
had charge Of the classes in chemis-
try accidental q cXplodcda small piece
Of metallic sodium. 1t seems that he
was in hurry preparing for one of
his classes, which class was soon to
enter the laboratory and he proceed
ed to cut piece Of this explosive sub
stance. IT. seems that n small piece
Clipped off and landed in a pan Of
water
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
MARRIAGE ANNOUNCEMENT.

Rev. and Mrs. J. Andrew Bowler
0nnounce the approaching marriage
! f their daughter, Evlyn Hope, to Mr.
Robert e. Harris, Jr., at their resi-
ence, 112 E. Leigh street, Thurs
( ay evening, March IA, 1918, eight
clock
Friends invited. No cards.
4 At home after March Goth. II Ian
on Terrace, Schenectady, New York
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
Card OF Thanks.

I wish to thank friends who show
ed their kindness and favors during
the sickness and subsequent death Of
my wife, Mrs. r. M. Clark. May
Gods choicest blessings rest upon
each Of you.
Sincerely yours,
r. M. CLARK.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
Card OF Thanks.

We wish to thank our many friends
for their sympathy, help along various
lines and the beautiful foral designs
sent on the occasion Of the death OF
our father, Rev. Frank Davis.
WILLIAM and JOSEPH DAVIS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09

WANTED--a girl from 10 to is
years Of age. A good home and good
wages to the right party. Address
G. Planet Office, 81 North 4th St.,
Richmond, Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
A TREMENDOUS EXPLOSION

This produced tremendous explo--
sion and blinded DR.. Brown. Others
rushed in and he was so taken by sur
prise that it was sometime before the
entire situation could be comprehended
1t is understood that metallic sodium
can be safely handled only in Oil and
kerosene is usually used for this pur
pose. When exceedingly dry, it will
explode from the air. DR.. Brown was
rushed to the Richmond Hospital
where medical attention was given
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
MARYLAND COURT SAYS LAW
rs UNCONSTITUTIONAL.

The Planet, Richmond. Va,
Our Court of Appeals handed down
decision today declaring Baltimore
Segregation Ordinance invalid,
W. ASHBIE HAWKINS.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09
THE WORD OF GOD.

He gave rs his authority. the Word
Of God,-the Holy Bible and. by copi-
GUS extracts and pointed illustrations
proved his point, certainly so for as
the Bible could be cited as an author
ity. Rev. John Jasper's remains are
Continued On Fifth Page.)
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09

This fact led to desire on the part
Of the friends Of the late Rev. John
Jasper, one Of the most celebrated
divines in all Of the Southland. being
known for his Christian piety and
for his remarkable knowledge OF the
Bible. He startled the astronomical
fraternity many years ago by taking
issue with its members upon the
movement Of the earth and declaring
that the earth was a stationary planet
and that the sun revolved around
the earth just as it appeared to do.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1918-03-09

The dcplorable conditions existing
at the old cemeteries in Barton
Heights have led to much discussion
as to n solution of the problem. The
authorities there have succeeded in
having the cemeteries virtually con
demned and issued orders that no
r.ore burials shall take place there
in. The cemetery companies, not
having any revenue virtually went
out OF existence and this sacred spot
has become the dwelling place Of
snakes and other reptiles, while the
wild shrubs have grown up and vir
tual!y taken possession.
Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1918-04-02
CHRISTIAN CHURCH FAB
 REC0RD CROWD SUNDAY
Building Was Filled to 0eerfloWing .ind Offering Exceeded
 Expectation.

The entire membership of the First Christian church are justly proud of the record made by the church on Sunday. They had been working for some time to have four hundred present in the Sunday school. This church has had small school usually, but in the last few months it has been growing rapidly. Some of the members were quite op- timistic about reaching the mark and others were not so sanguine. When the report was made up, it was dis covered that the mark had been pass ed, and the number in attendance Wds 436. Fifty dollars had been set as the amount of the offering, a:id this was also exceeded, for the total was fifty seven dollars The church would not accomodate the large school so the Sixth Avenue building was secured.
 The adult classes held their sessions over there.
 There were capacity audience at all the services during tho day. Ihe music was most excellent, under the direction of Prof II. & SaXton. There were eleven additions to the church durin gthe day.
 Last night, Rev. A. Homer Jordan baptized four people during the sons service A good audience was pres ence to hear the sermon on "Know- ing and Doing.' This was an appal to all those present to do the things they know to do, in obeying the Christ.
 Tonight and tomorrow night will conclude the services. The audience for the two remaining night will he no doubt be limited only by the size of the building. The services begin promptly at 7:45.