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The Natchitoches enterprise., 1919-03-27
All Things Come 70 Him Who
Waits

The peoDle of Natchitoches have
been waiting for nearly four de-
cades. in fact since they voted the
first railroad :ax, for . serv-
ice with reasonable connections
and conveniences, and if ever a
community has had to put up with
everything but connections and
conveniences, it has been this one.
Everything within reason has
been brought to bear to get relief,
not to mention Justice, and only
promises more brittle than the pro-
verbialpie-crust have been given.
but now at last. whether constant
dripping is wearing away the stone
or merit getting its own reward, de-
ponent sayeth not. but ct all events
it appears that the T. & P. is 20.
ing TO try to give % SERVICE.
Several times within the recent
past our citizens rose up en- masse
and pleaded and demanded relief.
and the Executive Committee of
esC mn ercial Association.
- essrs. Sidney. Katie, j. G. De-
a$ieux and Charles Inter, has
kept it up, and at their insistence
some of the officials came to per-
sonally investigate conditions re-
Gently. and as luck would have it.
they could not have arrived at q
more opportune time. Is the serv-
ice that day was more topsy-turvy
han ever, and trains 20 far behind
that they might have been sched-
nled !" for the morning after. .
These gentlemen realized just what
has been up against.
and arranged at once for two trains
! day each way over the Branch.
connections with the main
Inc . certainty, and encouraged
me belief that there is . stronger
'ossibility(l) than ever before of
this the main line later.
So. temporarily, ws are getting
letter mail and passenger service,
vhile> the following correspon.
|ence shows what Tho freight i'm
movements will b : when the
romises t1aterialiket ,
Dallas, Tex, Mar. 1, 1919.
u. Sidney Kane, Prssidsnt Natchito. I
ches Commercial Association, Match 6
itochss. 1Ai 4
NY Dear Nj. kafhs-Yout esteemed ,
lvor Of February 4tA Aas not before {
zen acknowledged, bscause same va Q
aced IN the hands q our Division Il
reight Agent Ct Shreveport. NTH in il
ructions that - NJ Natehitoehee i
ksthse ~ - : esclll . $500 an6 i
The Natchitoches enterprise., 1919-03-27

Is shoold nsvss s dlveste6 from
them for wishout ahsoluts free
dom in this respect On the part Of.
the States, there ran be no self
government.
The Natchitoches enterprise., 1919-03-27

The Equal Suffrage League of Nat
chitoches has set fine example o
Fidelity to Democratic principle in de
clarine for the formation of Leagu,
, of nations. It is essential that tn
American voice be heard on the sub
ject Of the League. So-called public
leaders with political axes to grind o.
personal ends to serve are going u
and down the country trying to defeat
the greatest scheme Of humanitaria-r
ism in the history Of social science. II
the enlightened men and women who
are in favor of the League stand BY
and permits partisanship or prejudice
to fool the people, the great cause Of
world peace will be lost.
We ought to have more expressions
from public bodies in Louisiana on the
subject Of the League Of Nations. Sem
timent In this section Of the country ID
strongly for, the Paris covenant, but
that fact should be made clearer to
those who serve u in the councils Of
the nation. The action taken by the
Nstchitoehss Equal Suffrage League
points the way. It could be initiated
with prs6t BY every public body in the
state.
Dsmesrscy il the tie that binds
equal suffrage and international jus.
The Natchitoches enterprise., 1919-03-27

ttnclc Sam il still lending ihoh.
IS 10 tic Hhfbfthhatss otstssAs,
Belgium having bsen givsn an
6;hct ete1it $3.llU,oo0 BY the
Trei.suty department,
The Natchitoches enterprise., 1919-03-27

An extra Session Of Congress is
almost certainty with May 9Th
suggested as the date.
The Natchitoches enterprise., 1919-03-27

this ss9s rib e, e.. sSo,s e before
A. Z. EWING, Notary Public.
Cayton's weekly. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1916-1921, 1919-02-15
CAYTON'S WEEKLY

Published every Saturday at Seattle, Washington
u. S. A.
In the interest of equal rights equal justice to
all and for "all men up
A publication of general information, but in
the main voicing the sentiments of the Colored
Citizens.
Subscription 50 per year in advance. Special
rates made to clubs and societies.
HORACE ROSCOE CAYTON. Editor and Publisher
Entred second class matter, August 18, 1916, at
the post office Seattle Wash, under the Act of
March 3rd 1916.
TE Epr~ME: BEACON 1910
Office 800 22nd Ave- South
Cayton's weekly. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1916-1921, 1919-02-15
EDITORIAL COMMENT

An amusing incident in connection with
the late sympathetic strike in Seattle was
related to us one day this week. 1t will be
remembered that almost every union in the
city ordered it's members to quit work, and
that too, without grievance, in sympathy for
the shipyard workers and they reEgously
did So TO be sure that was a Damon and
Damon did not come back and Pythias got
lis ''bloclz' cut off. Among the many
unions that struck was the waterfront
union, which, after being out a day or so,
got sick Of the job and wanted to 90 back
to work, but the Government said nay, nay,
Pauline: you return to work, but it will
be an open shop While the regulars were
at their hall deliberating on the situation
large numbers of shipyard workers, so goes
the story, focked down and took the jobs.
Can you beat it?
Aliens. who come to this country and be-
come dangerous labor agitators will be de-
ported to the country from whence they
came and not be permitted to return to the
United States, if bill that has been intro
duced in the legislature becomes a law and
such would be right and proper. The high
}alar.ed secretary Of the electrical workers
union in Seattle is an alien and had he have
lldu HIS way Ill lHc ldlc Sellofdl SuIlkc. luc
streets Of Seattle would have actually run
human blood We look upon such men as
already guilty of murder though no one
las been actually killed. 1t being uncon-
stitutional to try them for murder they
should be tried and convicted Of dislOyalty
and driven from our country. Any member
of the legislature voting against the mea-
sure is himself Bolshevik at heart
"Does the Negro Suffer from the Curse
of Noah' was the subject of a splendid
paper read by Rev d. A. Graham at the
Lncon-Douelas meeting last Wednesday
Since we have been old enough to under
stand. it has been pumped into us that the
Ami ighty had cursed the sons of Ham and
condemned them to everlasting servitude for
the sons of Shem or in other words the black
man was to serve the white man without
pay or recompense. but from the Bible Rev
Graham made it clear that that was a false
impression The subject was we'll handled
and those who heard it felt amply repaid
for coming out.
Poor old Louie Toomer: his day of ac-
tivity seems to have gone to never return.
He is now a patient at the county hospital
and has not been able to lie down for weeks
TOoner was a character and some one STYLED
him the sage Of Puget Sound, owing to his
political progostications For number of
sessions he presided over the boot black
stand at the legislature and in the good old
days it is estimated that he picked up from
Cayton's weekly. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1916-1921, 1919-02-15

fifteen to twenty-five dollars per day. He
has known the most of the prominent poll
ticians of the state from the time OF Gov
Ferry to Gov Lister and while in Olympia
the other day many of them inquired OF
him.
According to custom the Seattle Branch
of the National Association for the Adj
vancement of Colored People held com
memorative exercises for Lincoln and Doug
las last Wednesday evening and the meet
ing was addressed by three splendid speak
ers. These meetings do not seem to be at
tended by as many persons as are expected
owing to the nature of them but they will
be continued to be held, which was the
prevailing sentiment Of those present. The
suggestion of the chairman of the evening
that next year banquet instead of the
ordinary meeting be held, met a warm ap-
OrOva This Branch, under President
Stones guiding hand, is ever on the alert
for the advancement OF the cause and the
community should be more liberal in as
sistng him.
The name of Frederick Douglas will ever
be an inspiration for favorable comment and
eloquent eulogy and one seems to neve:
tire of hearing the very many acts of his
useful life recounted. At the Lincoln Doug
las meeting last Wednesday evening. H. j.
Henry eloquently and Interestingly retold
the story of Douglas, the man, who be-
lieved in the motto, 'who would be free
himself strike the first blow' 1t was Mr..
Ienry's first effort before the public in Sc
attle but he acquitted himself 50 well that
it will hardly be the last. The community
is much in need Of active young men, who
can and will make good when called upon
as did Mr. Henry and we trust that others
will follow in his wake
Yes. | am home again, having been re
Gently demoboized and, believe me, | am
glad to again be in Seattle among those I
have every reason to believe are my warm
personal friends l left the service with
rank of first lieutenant" said DR.. F. b.
Cooper one day this week. He is home to
Immediately reopen his dental Offices and
take care Of those desiring his services. DR..
Cooper desires through Cayton's Weekly, to
thank his former patrons for their loyal
support and to also inform them that within
the next few days he will be located at 1862
and 1863 in the Empire Bldg, where he will
be pleased to meet old and rev acQuaint-
anceS.
With DR.. CardWel, DR.. Cooper and the
Messrs. Frazier and Anderson, all young
and active, at the head Of affair in Seattle,
it seems to us brighter day ought to be
GaWning for the colored citizens of this
community. All Of these young men are
important personages in the body polite
and having the confidence Of the entire com
munity they are in positions to forge ahead
and get many good things for their fellow
men that others are unable to get This
community has always been lacking in act
i've leadership, but the above quartet should
fill the long-felt want.
''What labor union do you belong to"
inquired Councilman Y. H. Bolton, after he
had read an editorial in that issue Of Cay
tons Weekly prior to the general sympa-
Cayton's weekly. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1916-1921, 1919-02-15

fifteen to twenty-five dollars per day. He
has known the most Of the prominent poll
ticians of the state from the time of Gov.
Ferry to Gov Lister and while in Olympia
the other day many of them inquired of
him.
Cayton's weekly. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1916-1921, 1919-02-15

thetc walkout under the caption of CAS-
We View The Strike.' II belong to Cay
ton 5 union. the chief corner stone of which
is square deal for all men, was our
reply. ''Well, whatever union you belong
to | want to commend that editorial and say
to you in my opinion it is 100 per cent
American.' Mr.. Bolton is a member of the
Bakers union and was three years ago
warmly supported for councilman. but in Of
flee he was for square deal for all men
and that evidently was not what organized
labor was looking for as the Central Coun-
ell has not this year endorsed his candidacy
which should be the signal for every I'M
biased citizen giving him their undivided
support
Permit the editor Of Cayton's Weekly to
issue a word Of warning to the young col
ored men, who are and who have quit high
school because they can temporarily 90 to
work for some company for wages, which
in comparison to what their older friends
and relatives received, is simply fabulous,
YOU are making a fatal mistake and blight
ing the balance of your life. When the
United States gets back to normal condit-
ions during the natural life of any one now
living it will be the exception and by no
means the rule for colored men to get any
kind of employment save Of the most menial
nature. In large cities you will porter in
barbershops if the Italians do not return
Big wages such as you are now getting will
be a thing of the past. The coored man
that succeeds in the coming years will be
the highly educated coIored man, for the
well educated there will be many oppor-
t'nties, but for the poorly educated there
will be few, if any. Go back to school,
young man, and work as if the very devil
after you.
Cayton's weekly. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1916-1921, 1919-02-15

Republican gubernatorial candidates are
humming about Olympia just now like flies
about mOIasses barrel and each one will
take YOU into his confidence and show you
beyond a question Of doubt that he has the
inside track for the nomination. but un-
less you too are looking for an opportunity
to feed from the public crib and the
didate has promised you an opportunity to
oct in on the ground floor you will consider
all he says as 50 much hot air. "Let me
shake the hand of the next governor Of the
state of Washington" grinned want
something partisan as he met an avoWed
oubernatoria candidate in the lobby Of the
State House, which caused Mr.. Candidate
to swell all up and look as important as
hotel clerk holding political job.
Seattle with Ole Hanson as her mayor
and Joel Y. Warren her chief Of police, did
herself proud in handling the strike situa
ton and as a result those officials are be-
ing congratulated and commended by loyal
citizens all over the country. Had the same
prpcautiOn been used in the street car strike
and the water front strike. the toll Of hui
man life and the destruction of valuable
property would not have followed as they
did Who thinks a majority Of our citi-
zens are Russian Reds in sentiment reckOns
without his host and has think coming
and the officials of our city, county, state
and nation will find the people with them
when they take firm stand against strike
violence. AS has Hanson and Warren done,
let others do.
Cayton's weekly. [volume] (Seattle, Wash.) 1916-1921, 1919-02-15

"What labor union do you belong to, -
inquired Councilman Y. II. Bolton after he
had read an editorial in that issue of Cay
tons Weekly prior to the general sympa-
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1919-09-20

most race orators and champions OF
the country. Mr.. Wibecan said that
the race must continue TO fight for
It's preservation. He said that the
work of the Negro soldiers in the
war That has just closed entities it
to place in world history. Rev. Van
pelt who is one of the best konwn
men i'll New Jersey conference OF
the Zion Church is one Of the most
progressive of the younger group of
race leaders. He has always taken a
big part in all affairs affecting the
civil development of the people and
besides his church he is the State
chaplain for the prisoners in the
state pcnitentiary on New Jersey,
where he is welding a wide service.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1919-09-20
At THE NATION :
ME- 7 ROPOL|S

Negroes Observe 300 Anniversary or
Races Entrance to Amcrica-Pro-
grcss of Race Recalled by Promi-
nent Speakers who Point out the
Races Climb to Yictory-Rcv. II.
w. Van Pclt, Well Known Zion
Churchman takes iltiative in Or
ganizing Observation-Disclosures
Held ut Shiloh a. NJ. e. Church,
West BrightOn-Georgc e. Wibc
can. and Rev. Boynton and Clevc-
land Allen Orators Special.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1919-09-20
IF YOU WANT A
Music Guide

TO LEARN YOU HOW TO PLAY
all keys In music on Piano or Organ;
that will also teach you to play a
piece in ono hour-let me know.
All Music Is Written In This Guide.
WILLIAM MONROE,
1910 Catherine St.. Richmond. Va.
Richmond planet. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1883-1938, 1919-09-20

DR.. r. NJ. Sisusa and wife, Misses
?. A. Bryan, D. e. Harris, and Rev.
d. S: Nichols, God willing, will sail
for West Africa, after the National
Baptist Convention at Newark, N. j.,
In September. 1t will take $4,000
to equip and send them away.
We are asking SO churches to bring
500; 200 churches to bring $50; 800
churches to bring $25; 500 churches
to bring $40; 1000 churches to bring
SIS. To which group may we add
your church at the Newark Conven-
ton, September 10, 1919.
Will there be pastor who will
come to Newark and forget this all
important Matter. Is there a pastor
who will attend the National Baptist
Convention, so dense or so selfish as
to forget his calling as a minister VIII 0
must go, let go or help others to go?
These young folks are getting ready
every day and will meet you in New
ark, ready to go if you will let them.
Please write us so we may know
how to plan for the sailing of these
workers.
Yours in His service,
l.. G.. JORDAN, Cor, Scc'y.
701 S. 10th Street
Philadelphia, Pa.
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Pair Of Blankets
Pair of Shoes.
Half Cord of Wood.
Bath Robe.
Georgctte Crepe Waist. !
Signct Ring.
Cameo Ring.
Locket and Chain.
Cut Glass Water Pitcher.
Fountain Pen with Gold Trimmings.
Half-dozen Silver Knives and Forks.
Watch Charm.
Watch Fob.
Comfort.
Linen Sheets.
Mirror.
Silk Kimono.
Iavalier.
Late Style Hat for Either Sex.
Transformation. :"
Electric Iron.
Watch Chain.
Gold Earrings. e.!
Kodak.
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The Goldfield news and weekly tribune. [volume] (Goldfield, Nev.) 1911-1947, 1919-01-11
RUSSIAN Terror
THREATENS NY
AGENTS OF LENINE AND TROTZ-
Ky ESTABLISH AMERICAN
HEADQUARTERS

NEW YORK, Jan. z. = Depart
ment of justice agents in New
York who have been watching Ger
man suspects in this city, have
been assigned to the work of frus-
trating the activities of the five
groups of B%olsheviki which have
established headquarters here, it
was announced yesterday. The
spread of Bolshevism, it is admit
ted, is becoming alarming.
Deputy Attorney General Becker
declared the department had un-
earthed evidence that secret agents
of Lenine and Trotzky have reach
ed this city with a fund of nearly
a half million dollars to be used
for propaganda purposes. Plans
of the agitators are said to be for
the weaving away from the Amer
lean Federation of Labor the radi-
cal members of 65 unions through
out the country.
The Goldfield news and weekly tribune. [volume] (Goldfield, Nev.) 1911-1947, 1919-01-11
TOMMY ATKINS
MAKES DEMAND
MEN FROM TRENCHES INSIST
ON PRIORITY IN DIS
CHARGE

LONDON, Jan. Z. - The alleg-
ed unsatisfactory manner in which
rehabilitation is being carried out
is creating ill feeling among troops
in England. In addition to trou-
bles at Folkstone, Dover and Os-
terly, men in other camps are
making a demand for a revision
of the system.
Soldiers stationed at Osterly
broke camp this morning as a
protest to transfer from the in
fantry to the army service corps.
Those men have seen considerable
service and are restless because
men who have never been out of
the country are obtaining discharg-
es first. Thousands of soldiers
stationed at Shoreham marched to
Brighton to protest against de-
mobilization delays. The major
promised to communicate the
grievances to the war department,
and the men dispersed.
The Goldfield news and weekly tribune. [volume] (Goldfield, Nev.) 1911-1947, 1919-01-11

places in the state will result in
the state police department turn
ing it's attention to the enforce
men of this act, according to in
formation which has been gipen
out here.
under the act the superin-
tendent of the state police, who
happens to also be warden of the
state prison, is charged with the
enforcement of it's provisions.
"It is understood that a number
of state c~onstabulary will be di-
rected to points from which COM
plants of ~bootlegging come and
that immediate arrests will be
made in case of every violation.
Only one of the bootlegging COM
plants originated in Washoe
county"
The Goldfield news and weekly tribune. [volume] (Goldfield, Nev.) 1911-1947, 1919-01-11
COMFORT BAGS PLEASE ALL
Nothing Given Out by the Red Cross
Is More Appreciated by the
Soldiers on Service.

The following is an extract from a
letter of a Red Cross hospital repre-
sentative:
"The men like the comfort kits bet
ter than anything the Red Cross gives
them. We have asked dozens of them
what they like best of all that is given
them-tobacco, magazines, amuse-
ments, etc.-and they all say at once
the comfort kits and toilet articles.
They come In from the front without
vel a toothbrush, and when I send
the bags around by the other patients,
they come back and say: Say. you
oughter see how pleased those guys
were-they said it was just like Christ
mas. They were all sitting UP in bed
looking at the things in their bags
1.-The other day one man who had
lost his right hand, called me over to
him and said: Here. I'll donate my
sewing-kit. My wife has got to do
mine after this. I'm out of 1t. YoV
can give this to some other fellow who
needs it, He had heard the others
asking for Sewing-kits all down the
ward. They are in great demand and
very hard to get"