davidaulloa/AmericanStories huggingface dataset:
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

by the Scouts ON Saturday evening,
October 18th. 1t will be something out
of the ordinary for numbers OF lndl-
vidual troops have promised to put on
many novel and interesting features.
Promptly at s p. IN. the column Will
leave the East Side High school and
entertain the Saturday evening throng
of pleasure seekers.
On Thursday of the following week
hhe largest Scout parade ever staged
lin Denver will be conducted. The col
Nunn of Scouts, marching, on bicycles,
,floats, etc, will begin the line of march
which includes the principal streets or
the city, promptly at 10 a. m.
Il Throughout the week people Will pc
come acquainted with what Scouts do
through the displays in the down-toWh
store windows, demonstrations on the
streets, in the theaters and civic cen
TER A model camp, with perhaps 2OO
bows participating, will be kept in the
civic center the entire week. Boys
will be on the grounds after school,
evenings and all day Thursday, Fri
day and Saturday.
The primary aim of the campaign
will be to interest adults in the Scout
ing program so that its benefits can
be extended to a much larger NUMBER
of boys. 1t is hoped that the present
membership of $500 boys may be dou-
bled. Incidentally it will be necessary
TO raise the budget of $4,000 for the
ensuing year Since Scouting is not
a charity but an INVESTMENT, TINS
will be accomplished through the sell
ing of memberships ranging from 30
mn At a large meeting at the Adams
hotel Monday evening of this week, the
enthusiasm of the 160 men who at
tended the meeting indicated that the
campaign would go over in big way.
Scout speakers also will appear at
more than 100 churches Sunday, Octo-
ber 9th, to acquaint the congregations
with the Scout movement.
The Scouts of the B. T. Washington
district have always been known to
participate in Scouting in big way
Not only the Scouts, but also the Nor
rison and Allen orcrestras are going TO
aid in big way by rendering concerts
in the downtown sections during the
week
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
OBITUARY RECORD.
BY the Cammei Undertaking Co.

Davis-Mrs. Josephine Davis, late
of 1908 East Twenty-sixth avenue, the
beloved wife of Mr.. Wallace Davis {;
departed this life Saturday, October
LIST, 1921. Funeral services were held
from the Cammel parlors Thursday,
October 9th, at 12:15 p. m, Rev. j. j.
Perkins officiating. The remains were
shipped to Omaha, Neb., accompanied
by Mr.. Wallace Davis, to be inferred
in the family plot.
Jackson.-Ars. Salley Jackson, late
of 3027 Marion street, the beloved
mother of Mr.. John j. Jackson; de-
parted this life Tuesday, October 4th,
1921. Funeral services We're held
Thursday, October 9th, at ? 80 p. M,
from the Cammel parlors, Rev. Floyd
T. Smith officiating. Interment at
Riverside.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
THE DENVER coLoRED CIVIC
ASSOCIATION.

On Wednesday evening at Odd Eel
lows Hall, THE DENVER COLORED
CIVIC ASSOCIATION held a most
successful and enthusiastic meeting
with large number of members pres
ent.
There were received ten or twelve
new members for affiliation.
Mr.. Jas. Cooper, treasurer, made Il
report of the finances of the associa-
ton, the most thorough and complete
in every respect ever made to the body.
Messrs. Herndon and Townsend of the
Back to School Movement for our
young folk made excellent speeches
concerning the new movement which
is backed by the association.
Mr.. Kenyon, secretary of the edu-
cational work of the Y. NJ. G. A, was
present and made an instructive and
encouraging speech in support of the
movement.
Mr.. Record of the Civic and Com
mercial Association was present to eX-
tend an official invitation to the coll
ORED ASSOCIATION to attend Il
welcome meeting on Friday evening,
Oct. 2S, at the Civic Association cham
bers, 1926 Champa street.
This will be the event of the year
for THE DENVER COLORED CIVIC
ASSOCIATION and all members are
urged to be ready and be present on
that great occasion. Mr.. G. w. Buford,
chairman of the labor committee, made
an extensive report on the labor CON
ditions and non-employment of the
colored laborers in Denver and the
state of Colorado.
DIR. Terry, chairman of the Presby-
terian Hospital committee subscription
fund of the association, was present
and urged that all members subscribe
to the fund. The sum of SO was
raised to meet the third payment.
The meeting then adjourned and all
present expressed themselves as de-
lighted with the progress of the asso-
citation.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
BOULDER, COLO, NEWS.

We made our acquaintance Wltll Jaci\
Frost Friday morning of last week
Every one was busy getting in their
flowers and getting them ready Tor
noting before they were harmed.
This is the harvest time for late
fruits and vegetables.
1t is also nut gathering time. Chli-
dren are busy gathering them, as wei
rs the grown-ups, before the snow
flies, so they can enjoy them this WIN
ter, if it is their good fortune TO get
them.
This is Indian summer and we are
glad of the nice weather again alter
our scare of winter few days ago.
Looks like we shall have rev Gays
more TO prepare for winter.
Mr.. and Mrs. Oscar White acted as
host and hostess to the pastor of AL
len Chapel, Rev. Carter, and Rev. JACK
son. pastor of the Baptist Church, at
an informal dinner Sunday. Covers
laid for four.
Cedar Art meets at the home OF the
president, Mrs. Mary White, this week.
Mr.. J. d. Anthony was Boulder
visitor Tuesday.
Rev Carter, pastor of Allen Chapel
preached his farewell sermon Sunday
evening: subject, "Christian Suffer
ing" Text, Choosing rather to sur
fer affliction with the people of God
than to enjoy the pleasures of sin tor
a season. Heb. 11-25.
Rev. Jackson spoke Sunday morning
from the first epistle general OF Peter
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
MEMS CLUB MEETING.

At the residence of Mr.. and Mrs.
Clarence f. Holmes Wednesday night
the Mems Club of the Church of the
Redeemer held the greatest meeting in
its brief history. A very large crowd
attended and the enthusiasm ran high.
The club was favored with the pres
ence of Messrs. VIM. Parks and Geo.
G King, two men whose names have
become synonymous with Scouting" in
Denver. Both made excellent talks
and encouraged the Mems Club in its
high purposes.
DIR. E. f. Cantry, Robert Stewart
and Clarence Holmes, Sr., were the
hosts and treated their guests to n
lovely spread.
The annual election of officers re-
suited as follows: President, DIR. j. ii.
p. Westbrook vice-president, DR.. Il. IF,
Cantry: secretary, C. n. Pitt; treasur-
er. Victor B. Walker. Short impromp-
tu talks were made by DR.. Westbrook,
Mr.. Pitt, Mr.. Walker, Father Raining
and the retiring president, Mr.. Gross.
The club will meet again on the
third Wednesday in November with
Messrs. Octave Dishman, Emmett Web
ster and Walter Scott as hosts. At
this meeting the new president Will
offer his program for the year.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
CLUB NOTES.

Most of the clubs of the city got
under way this week for their winter
campaign. The Self-Improvement Club
met mt the residence of Mrs. Mary
Holmes, 2139 Curtis street. The cleo
ton of officers was the main feature
of the day and resulted as follows :
President, Mrs. Mildred Westbrook !;
vice-presldent, Mrs. Virginia Cash !;
secretary, Mrs. Thelma Terry; treas
urer, Mrs. Lulu Muse.
The Self-Improvement Is one OF the
Oldest and progressive clubs in the
city. They plan large work thls
winter.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

every individual. We beg the assist
ance and cooperation of every man In
Denver In the putting of II over.
The special object Of this letter,
however, is TO inform you that our
opening Sunday meeting for the fall
VIII be held next Sunday afternoon,
Oct. o, at 4 o'clock, Mt the Central
Baptist Church. The program will be
furnished by the pastors of the Re
deemer, Mount Pleasant and Peoples
Churches. 1t Will be rich
and fresh and of very high charac-
ter.
We are making an effort to get 300
men at this first meeting. Don't fnil
to he on hand. and help in giving the
meeting great "send-off.'
Yours very truly,
THOMAS j. BELL,
HARRY w. TOWNSEND,
Secretaries.
l.. II. LIGHTNER,
Chairman.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
BOY SCOUT EXTENSION CAM
PAIGN.

Mayor Bailey of the city of Denver
has issued proclamation declaring
Sunday, October 10th, Scout sunday,
and the week following, Boy Scout
Week.
Scout Sunday will be observed III All
the churches that support Scout
troops, and in number of others, pE
services appropriate to the occasion.
Roy Scouts will act as ushers, carry
on demonstrations of Scouting activi-
ties and in a number of instances con-
duct the entire evening service on that
Sunday.
A torch light parade will he staged
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

The home of Mr.. and Mrs. james
Adams, 200 York street, having under
gone complete remodelling ana reno
walton presents beautiful aspect WIN
its artistic Kellastone finish. Ihese
citizens are among our most loyal,
popular and progressive, and are al
ways accorded the best wishes lor
themselves and family for the interest,"
thew eyince in community life ana "ei-
fore We wish them every success.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

We offer our sincere sympathy to
Mr. wallace Davis and family over
the death of Mrs. Josephine DAVIS
who departed this life Saturday, oct
I. after undergoing an operation at
the hospital. Mr.. Davis was very
successful farmer at Virgins, Coio.'
and came to Denver some months ago
for the benefit of his wife's health
Funeral ceremonies were held last
Thursday from the Cammers under-
taking Parlor and Rev. Perkins OIL
ciated. The remains were sent TO
Omaha for interment.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
A GOOD MOVE.

The Colored Civic Association Vi
Denver some time ago established
branch to father the 'back to schooi
movement so generally needed in ana
around Denver. At the regular meet
} ing Wednesday night it developed tiiat
the men appointed on this branch hao
'heen functioning and with good re-
suits. Many additions have been maue
tn those attending the Opportunity
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

After a Iet-up of three months, on
account of the summer season, the T.
NJ. C. A. has resumed its activities.
The best, fullest and most interest
ing program ever put on by the
has been arranged for this season-a
program educational, social and relig-
ious: wide awake and up to the min
ME suited to the needs and desires of
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Mr.. and Mrs. ]. ]. Estelle of 221 Col
umbine street are the possessors of II
beautiful home in the Hartman section
of the city. Having enough space in
which they demonstrate their ability
to do things, these residents have util-
lied the same to the best advantage,
and the products yielded last summer
from their energy were very satisfac-
tory.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
HARDY ACQUITTED.

Chester A. Hardy, a formersemploye
of the Denver Club, was on trial in the
West Side court this week in connec-
tion with the loss of some valuable
Jewels in the club last winter. He
was ably defended by Attorney 5. e.
Cary and absolved of all blame by Il
Jury in Judge Haggott's court Tuesday
tnntninn
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Miss Susie Hall, one of our Denver
young ladies, who graduated from East
Denver High and Howard University,
Washington, d. c., is in Denver for
few weeks visiting with her aunt, Mrs
Estele. Her former friends and ac-
quaintances are delighted to greet her.
Miss Hall was employed in a clerical
capacity in the great Marshall Field
Company of Chicago, Ill.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Our friend John Allen returned TO
Denver after his usual summer outing
at the Estes Park. This is his fifth
season as employee at the Stanley Ho-
tells, and Manager Lamborn still has
word of praise for Mr.. Allen he
leaves for Kansas City, Mo-, in few
days and will spend the winter in
Eastern cities.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Mr.. and Mrs. Osborne A. Dorsey of
Fort Hauchuca, Ariz., have returned to
the city and are visiting their sister,
Mrs. Lulu NJ. Hickman of 1916 Pearl
street. While in the city Mrs. Dorsey
is taking a course in beauty culture
at the school Of the Glory Manufacture
ing Go.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

All attractions will be open at
EIitch's Tuesday night, Oct. II. Nor
rison's full orchestra. Best dancing
floor in the city. Admission 81, inciud-
ing war tax. Ed jackson, manager.
Col oRED MEMS BRANCH, Y. M. c..
A.. 2eoo GLENARM STREET.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
NOTICE.

The regular meetings of the uniVer-
sal Negro Improvement Association
and African Communities League, Den
yer Division No. 11s, are held at the
Masons' new hall, 2Soo WeIton street
(entrance on 2eth ST. every first and
third Tuesday in the month at
o'clock. New Lifel New Visor! New
HopeI for our people.
EDWARD C. DAVIS, Sec'y.
Office, 1926 Welton ST.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Attorney Il. p. Blakemore and ten
others were initiated into the myster-
les of Elkdom, becoming members of
Mountain Lodge No. 80, /. b. p. o. f.
of w. This fraternal order continues
to progress and many professional cit
liens are being added to its ranks.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Mrs. Cora Smith, formerly of 2360
Marion street, has returned to the city
after spending eighteen months in
Phoenix and Tucson, Ariz., for her
health. Judging from Mrs. Smiths ap-
pearance, Arizona is truly health re-
sort.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Arrivals at Fairbanks hotel, PIG
Welton street: Mr.. Bailey, Empress
theater; Mr. Moore, Cheyenne, Wyo.
Mr.. G. T. Collins, Kansas City, Kan. :;
Mrs. G. Overall, Salt Lake City, Utah !;
Mr.. and Mrs. Sickels, Los Angeles,
Calf; Mr.. Il. L. Monroe, Chicago, Ill.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
Douglas Undertaking Company
Funeral Notices.

BROWN-Robert Brown, 5S years,
late of 2139 Humboldt street, more re-
Gently of Casper, Wyo., died October
8, 1921. Remains received for inter-
ment October g. 1921. Funeral notice
later.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

school and a notable increase in the
attendance of our youth TO the public
schools was reported.
The back to school" movement Is n
grand thing and should reach young
and old. We would all be better for It.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Rev. W. II. Thomas, pastor of
Shorter A. NJ. f. Church, returned last
Saturday from a vacation trip to the
hills in tirS.southern part of the state.
He proved to be one of the best of out
door sports during the week and came
back to his pulpit much benefited from
his outing.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

P.S.-Our opening weekly social for
the season will be held mt the "N
building on Tuesday evening, Oct. IL.
A snappy program! Refreshments
free, served by a special committee of
ladies.
Come ont that night and have the
time of your life
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Mrs. George l.. Anderson left last
Sunday for Washington, d. c., to take
special course in kindergarten and
music at Howard University.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
Prayer meeting every Wednesday I

Prayer meeting every Wednesday
evening. All are welcome.
Services were well attended both
morning and evening. The choir, b. Y.
p. U. and Sunday School were largely
attended. Rev. Smith preached an
old-fashioned sermon Sunday morn
ing and evening. Collections were
good and nine additions to the church
The report for the year ending Sept.
Both was $4,000 collected, with an in
creased membership in nine months to
100 members.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

coIumbine Dancing Academy will
oive a dance at Elitch's Gardens Tues
day night, Oct. II. Morrison's full or
ehestra Morrison himseif. AdmIs.
sion 81, including war tax. Prof. Ed
jackson, manager.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Don't miss the grand ball at Elitch's
Tuesday night, Oct. II. Morrison's or
ehestra Morrison himselD. Admis-
sion 81, including war tax. Prof. Ed
jackson, manager.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08
ST. STEPHENS BAPTIST CHURCH
THIRTY-SECOND AND La
FAYETTE.

Rev. F. T. Smith, Pastor. Residence,
2761 Welton Street.
9:45 a. m.-Sunday School.
1l:15 a. m.-Preaching.
6 80 p. NIB. Y. p. U.
S:15 D. m.-Preaching.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Anniversary celebration of the Uni
versaI Negro Improvement Association,
Denver Division No. 11a, Oct. 80 to
Nov. S. A never-to-be-forgotten event.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

( His remarks were enjoyed by those
who attended.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

SEE ME BEFORE YOU BUY.
A home or income property. Real bar
gains. Can save you money. Mrs
James &. Travick, 2537 So. Clayton
ST. Take University Park car, No. 8.
Get off on So. Clayton.
The Colorado statesman., 1921-10-08

Nicely modern furnished rooms for
rent, 2232 Cleveland Place. Phone
champa 5527, Mrs. Mamie Becton.
Tombstone epitaph., 1921-12-18
GUILD TO GIVE. XMAS GIFTS.

The ladies of St. Pauls Guild (Epis- copaD contemplate making the fol- lowing gifts, at Christmas time St. Luke's Home for Tubercular Patients at Phoenix, s2500; The Home in the Desert, at Tucson. also a tubercular home, s25.O0: The Tucson Orphan age, 2 boxes of oranges, s25o0; Pas time Park. at Tucson. rest home for returned tubercular soldiers, year subscription to the topographic" ma gazine. and The Saturday Evening Post" and a box of home made can dies to be made by the members Of the Guild.
 The Guild is doing some good work in the community and their action to extend Christmas cheer to the needy is comemndable undertaking.
Tombstone epitaph., 1921-12-18
FORMER BANKERS
 UNDER Sfo,CCo BOND.

Waving preliminary hearing in tic charges filed acains. them, scheduled 10 have been held before Judge Al bert N. Sames ;oaay. :. E. Brown and J. II. Reid. Jr.. charged with irregu- larities in connection with the de :unot Central Bank of Wilcox were confined to the county jail today un- iii their attorney can arrange for bond of SIC 600 each.
 Brown and Reid both waived pre- .iminarv hearing on the first charges filed as well ae that filed yesterday by County Attorney Ross, charging trans actions involving ss5,000, the bond of s1O,G00 epplying 10 the first case although under agreement between attorneys fer the defense. the county attorney ard the court. the same bond viii be allowed to apply in the las, case.
 w. G. BarEum, attorney Of Phoenix, left for the capital city this afternoon to arrange for bond for the release of Brown and Reid. and it will probably he Monday before he can return here. H. A LowieTmilk. receiver O. the defunct Central Bank and Geo. W. Brown, deputy state auditor. are chief witnesses for the state, through whom to prove the irregularities charged against the defendants
Tombstone epitaph., 1921-12-18
FUMIGATiON IS NOT EXPECTED TO EFFECT
 TOMATO SHIPMENTS

NOCALES. Ariz., Dec. 13.-Growers of tomatoes in Sinaloa are somewhat concerned as to the effect the fumi- gat!ng Of the crop at the local gov ernment fumigation plant will have this season.
 It is stated that all cars containing tomatoes imported from Mexico will have to be fumigated here by govern ment officers for the eradication of any scale that may prevail.
 From information obtained from officials Of the bureau of agricul- ture, the fumigation is not expected to effect the tomatoes which, it is said will ship as we'll after the fuml- gating process as previous to enter ing the plant.
Tombstone epitaph., 1921-12-18
WEST HuAcRUcA NEWS NOTE

West Huachuca was visited by a nic7 snow storm Tuesday, tha -th The snow melted about as fast ;s t tell but moistened the gro.nd u Suca an extent that road worh was more satisfactorily done.
 .r Howard Akins. of Delray, Flar- ida left for Los Angeles and other California points on the :th, after al extended visit with relatives ana fri nls at Parker Canyon
 The four-year-old son Of NJ. aul Mrs. $. w Lacey. Of fieasan; Valley, lis inst recovering frc.. an alta, X of supposedly rtomaine poisoning. The I'ttle chap had filled up on .arious commodities at a Thanksgiving feast and his paren:s blamed his misfo'- rune on some cciored candies he had rartaien quite heartily of.
 Miss Elsie Euville Mcintyre arriv- "d at the hor?c of MT and Mrs Ralph .C Mcintyre Sunday. the 11th. via ;he Stork Limited R. C. wasn't ad- r'sed that the young visitor was a Miss and 50 had laid in stock of overails and hoots. That's what a fellow gets IT, taking Will Hays ad- vice and order'l@ Christmas Yackag. es early.
 Jeff M,,... :amiera,ion inspector at Tair.a'A made flying trip ou, to his ranch in the iuachucas on Tuesday, returning the next day.
 We ars advised that the oH drillers are putting in test well in ,he Elein field Cochise county residents will be interested in learning th2t three Of the seolog:s:s Investigating this section reported that large portion Of this field is located in the triangle corner Of southwestern Cochlse coun- ty. embraced in ,he West Huachuca watersheds.
 Another reason why the Garden Canyon hlehway should go through soon.
Tombstone epitaph., 1921-12-18
CHILDREN PLAYING, GIRL
 IS TRAPPED, HURTS SPINE

DOUGAS, Dec 15. - Little Miss Virginia Moreno. daughter of NIr. and Mrs. r. V. Moreno. sustained seri- ous injury a few days ago, which re suited in an injury to her backbone. A physician vas immediately called and the child put in a caste of ad- hesives. The injury will confine her in bed for several weeks, and when she is better she will be taken to specialist.
 Virginia was playing with her brother and as they were scu:fling he seized her foot tripping her and she fell, striking full force on her spinal column. She is resting easy, and it is expected she will be able to sit up in the course Of few weeks.
Tombstone epitaph., 1921-12-18
ROBERT H. REEVES sUcCUMBS TO PNEUMONIA.

The death Of Robert T. Reeves. oi Tombstone, occurred here this after. noon shortly before 3 o'clock, as the result of pneumonia.
 While the patient had been seri. ausly ill since last Saturday. yeSter- day he showed slight signs of i'm proycment and hopes had been held out for his recovery However last night he lapsed mo inconsistencies from which he failed to regain and the end came this afternoon. A son, Robert H. Reyes, Jr.. whose home IS in Denver. arrived here early this morning from New Orleans. and was at the bedside when the end came.
 The deceased was brother of F. IT. Reeves and Mrs. Julia Axtell. of Tombstone. and came here about five years ago from Colorado lie was e years of age and was born in Bridge ton. \. J., where another brother, Jessie P Reeves. resides
 Besides his brothers and sister, he leaves a wife. Mrs. Louisa L. Reeves, who was at the bedside, and daueh- ter. Mrs. II. B. McCl,eky. o, a Junta, Colo. and son. Robert Il. Reeves, Jr., of Denvxer.
 His brother and daughter have been notified of the demise although they will pobably not be able to attend the funeral. owing to illness \ nun. Der of ether relatives of the deceose d reside in Tombstone
 Funeral arrangements have not ye; been announced, although burial will he had in Tombstone
 n the passing ot Mr. Reeves. Tomb. store loses another walked citizen. He was associated with his brother in business here and was man of nigh mora, and religious standing, taking a keen interest in church affairs.
 While well along in years, he en. i7yed good health. and his sudden tax ing of has been met with regret by all who knew him.
Tombstone epitaph., 1921-12-18
NEGRO TROOPER WHO COLlIDEC WITH MRS.
 KAISER IS ARRESTED

DOUGLAS. Dec. l. Roger Lewis. private Of the Tenth cavalry. who is alleged to have collided with an auto mobile driven by Mrs. Conrad Kaiser on the paved highway last Wednesday night, was arrested at Fort Huachuca Thursday and appeared Saturday be- fore Judge Taylor in Pirtleville cour; on charge of reckless driving. He was released on s1o0 bond and the hearing postponed to give him time to secure witnesses.
 Lewis calims that the accident was unavoidable, but according to Mrs. Kaiser he was driving his car at a terrific rate of speed