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Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
FAMOUS COMEDIAN
BERT WILLIAMS
PASSES TO REV ARD
(By the Associated Negro Press)

(By the Associated Negro Press)
New York, Mar. 10.-A throng
which filled the Masonic temple of
st. Cecile lodge and overflowed into
the street, today attended funeral SER
vices for Egbert Austin, (Bert) Will
liams, famous Negro comedian, who
died here last Saturday. Scores of
his former associates, officers of the
lodge and prominent members of Will
liam's own race who had come from
southern and western states, accom-
panied the body to Woodlawn ceme-
terry
This was the first time that a Ne
gro had been buried with the Masonic
ritual in the state, according to of
ficers of the order. Williams was
member of Waverly Lodge. No. 597 of
Scotland, and it was at the cabled re-
quest of the grand lodge of Scotland,
that the services were held at st.
Cecile's known as the theatrical lodge
of the city. Williams Masonic sheep
skin apron, received from the lodge in
Scotland, was placed in the coffin.
An orchestra from the Broadway mu-
sical show played the funeral march.
Soloists from some of New York's
most exclusive churches chanted the
Lords prayer. Among the prominent
Negroes present were Charles w.
Anderson, supervisory agent of the
department of agriculture and Henry
T. Burleigh, baritone of St Georges.
Protestant Episcopal church, whom
the late ]. Pierpont Morgan designated
to sing his favorite hymn at his fun
eral.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
BANKERS lead IN
LIST OF SUICIDES
EDITORS ARE LOWEST
Especial to The Tribune }

(OpSCldl W lie
New York, Mar. 10.-Reaction fol-
lowing the war was blamed tonight
by the Save-a-Life league for the
large number of suicides in 1921,
10000 of which were estimated to
have taken place in this country. The
number Of cases brought to the
leagues attention, was 12,144 of which
S,410 were males and 1874 were fe-
males.
"This waste of life, the result of
recent disturbed economic conditions
and the aftermath of the war;" said
a report by Harry M. Warren, presi-
dent of te league, "has caused COM
mercial failures, loss of employment
and much real suffering. The grow
ing completely of our modern life,
the feverish unrest, crimes, divorces,
questionable dress, unhappy home
relations, the decline of religious SEN
timent, and other things have caused
deranged nerves, depression and less
self-control. With improved busi-
ness, which is sure to come, the sui
eide rate will be reduced and pros
perity and happiness will return"
One of the striking features of the
report is the increase in the num-
Der of suicides of children which was
Az in 1919; 7O7 in 1920 and 85S in
1921. There also were 500 war vet
Grams among the suicides last year.
All classes of society were included
in the list of those who took their
own lives. There were 10 editors;
40 students, 81 school teachers; 81
clergymen; 80 brokers'; 81 judges and
lawyers; Sc physicians; mayors; SO
heads of large corporations; rs mil
lionaires; 80 wealthy women and SO
bankers including 81 bank presidents.
The Oldest suicide was 100 years old,
and the youngest five years.
All sors of reasons were given by
self because his wife was too good
for him; another because his wife
was spending all his money; another
because he could not stand the noise
of neighbor's piano, and another
because his wife refused, to kiss him.
One mother took her life because her
son wouldn't marry to please her.
One man left note stating beware
of grass widows" and another killed
himself for the good of the I. w. w.
In New York City there were $40
suicides last year, an increase of 103
over 1920.
Ireland has fewer suicides than any
other country on earth, Mr.. Warren
declared in his comment on world
conditions. Germany leads the world
especially in child suicide.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
BULLOCK WINS SUIT

(By the Associated Negro Press)
Hamilton, Ontario, Mar. 1O.-Mat-
thew Bullock today won his final suit
against return to North Carolina.
County Judge Snyder ordered his re-
lease when Gov Morrison refused to
send witnesses here to testify to the
extradition proceedings. The state
of North Carolina charged Bullock
with murder growing out of trouble
last year when his brother was lynch
ed All of Canada has been interest
ed in the case because of the ex-
emplary life Bullock had lead since
being in the Dominion, and because
of the widespread belief here that the
prisoner could not get fair trial in
the southern state.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
MESA
BY AIphonso Robinson

The Rev. Taylor of Phoenix was
with us few Sundays ago and de
livered a wonderful sermon to the
congregation at Mr.. Calvary Baptist
church. We were glad to have Rev
Taylor with US and trust he will come
again soon.
A farewell entertainment was given
last week complimentary to Mrs. Rees
and son who left later for Blythe, Cal
to join Mr.. Rees, the husband and
father. They will reside permanently
in Blythe.
Mrs. Samuel Wilson was a charm
ing hostess last week and those in
vited report a delightful time.
Mrs. Samuel Cherry and children
left last week for Superior, Ariz. to
join the husband and father. They
will reside permanently at Superior.
/ Mr.. ]. ]. McKelvey purchased a
lot on South Morris street and is now
building modern bungalow thereon.
Rev. H. Hall, who has been on the
sick list the past week, is improving.
Miss Helen H. Vance, teacher in
the city schools of Mesa, spent Sat
urday in Phoenix visiting friends.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. Strelen were
guests of Mr.. and Mrs. Samuel Will
son last Sunday and the party motor
ed to Phoenix and spent the day with
Mrs. King in South Montezuma street.
Come to Mesa and enjoy yourself
every Saturday night at Mr. Harry
Scott's place. Pies like your mother
tried to make and couldn't.
Little Miss Ella Graham was hos
tess to the art and needle work club
last Friday evening.
Mr.. and Mrs. T. R. Richardson have
come in from Gilbert where he has
been employed the past eight months.
Mr.. and Mrs. Geo. Strelen have pur-
chased two lots in the Mitchell addi-
tion and have let the contract for the
erection of a neat little bungalow.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
FIT. WHIPPLE

Patients of Ward II have been quite
lonely this week with their number
decreasing.
Mrs. Steve Davies of Houston, Tex,
is here to visit her husband. She likes
here so well she has decided to make
this her home.
Mrs. Willie Brown reports much
satisfied visit.
Rev. Drapher was visitor to the
post last Thursday.
The American Legion is going to
give a dance at the Elk's hall March
IS. Everybody is cordially invited to
attend.
Mr.. c. Maxwell and Mr.. A. L. Sells
will leave for points in southern Ari-
zona on the goth.
Mr.. C. Maxwell has advertised for
an English bulldog to keep watch
over his car.
Mr.. Otis Oliver. Dick Turner,
Claude Green and VIM. Hines were
moved to the sick ward by order of
the ward Sgt.
Mr. Willie Neal left for his home in
Hearn, Texas.
Discharged from hospital: Cleve
Delorck ad Henry Mckinney.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11

figure, the divine manner and graci-
BUSINESS of the former invested her
with the bearing of young goddess.
Her somewhat sloping cheeks, rather
extended nose and dark complexion,
would have caused the ancient Greek
lyricists to name her AN Ethiopian
Artemis.' Rising interest is shown in
this young lady by the vast throng
of international visitors, and her
grace and bearing are the cause of
much comment One cannot help but
associate her with the races of the
extreme Orient, or with the no less
noble Aztecs of old Mexico.
The black race has truly sent us a
charming representative in the person
of Mrs. Leila Wilson of New York.
Her ancestors surely not so long ago,
must have been rulers of the virgin
equatorial forests between the Gulf
of Guinea and Mozambique. Therefore,
it goes without saying, that Mrs.
Wilson is asSuredly queen.
Mrs. Leila Walker Wilson is the
ony daughter and heiress of the late
Madam c. ]. Walker, who died in
1919 after amassing a large fortune
from the discovery and manufacture
of a wonderful hair grower which has
proved a remarkable benefit to its
users. Mrs. Wilson is president and
owner of the company which bears
her mothers name and is en- route to
Africa and the Far East on business
for her company Her stop in Italy
is but one of the many which she is
making which includes France, Egypt
spain and Liberia where she will be
the special guest Of the president Of
that country.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
CAMP FURLONG, N. M.
BY Miss MabIe Smith

Dy WiSS dbiC OtIllln
Rev. Watson, presiding elder from
Albuquerque, N. NJ, was a visitor in
Columbus and our camp last week.
While here the pastor conducted sew
eral good old time meetings at st.
Peters A. M. E. church and preached
a most enjoyable sermon at the new
service club, his teyt, 81 bring the
good tidings of great joy"
The Slabtown convention given for
benefit of 2 Mount Bethel A. M. E.
church by members of that church
has been pronounced by many as a
grand success. Beginning with the ar
rival of oddly and comically dressed
representatives of adjoining districts
of Slabtown to the winding up, warm
ing up sermon by a visiting elder, Mr..
Murray, the crowded house was kept
in an uproar. The phrase -"And he
preached on a harp of a thousand
strains" will long be remembered.
Twenty or more ladies and two men
are due much credit and congratula-
tions on success of their acting. We
hope to hear from same source again
in the very near future.
1st Sgt. and Mrs. w. w. Robinson
entertained in honor of retired 1st.
Sgt. and Mrs. Felix Buggs. Pro-
gressive whist was the pleasure of
the evening after which delightful re-
fresments of chicken salad, hot bis
cults, coffee, ice cream and cake were
served. After awards of first mems
prize to Sgt. Robt Tyler, first ladies'
prize to Mrs. w. E. Davis and BOBBY
to Mrs. Gauddie Waters, the hostess
presented the honor guest with a
beautiful token of friendship, three
sterling silver after dinner coffee
spoons. Twenty-Five guests graced
this affair and report very pleasant
evening.
Many friends will be glad to learn
that Mrs. W. w. Washington after a
serious illness of few weeks is
again convalescent.
Little Ida Dendy is on the sick list
this week Friends wish her a very
speedy recovery.
Retired 1st. Sgt. and Mrs. Felix
Bugs were the honored dinner
guests of Staff Sgt. and Mrs. w. N.
Minis.
Mrs Ruben Majors has returned
from business visit in Los Angeles.
With her we welcome back Othello.
The Phyllis Wheatley Literary and
Art Club entertained with progressive
whist on its regular Husbands Night.
Sgt Neal won mems first prize; and
Mrs F. Buggs won ladies' first prize
and Warrant officer Ford took home
the BOBBY. Hot chocolate and cake
were served by the hostess, Mrs. E.
Allen. Guests of the evening included
Warrant Officer and Mrs. B. Ford +;
Master Sgt. and Mrs. G. W. Winston
Tech. Sgt. and Mrs. w. D. Smith and
daughter; 1st. Sgt and Mrs. w. w
Robinson, 1st. Sgt. and Mrs. F. Buggs
1st. Sgt and Mrs. NJ A. McCrimmon
Staff Sgt and Mrs. F. Ware, Staff
Sgt. and Mrs. R. Bonds, Sgt and Mrs
Neal; Sgt. and Mrs. 1. Falkner, Sgt
and Mrs. Chadman, Sgt. and Mrs
Murray. Mrs. B. Goode, Sgts. Robt
Tyler, Henry L. Holden, VIM. H. Stew
art and Pvt. L. johnson.
| A schedule has been announced fol
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
STUDENTS STRIKE

(By the Associated Negro Press)
Washington, D. c., Mar. TO- Stu
dents at Howard University struck
last week because of a rule passed by
the faculty compelling them to attend
chapel daily. They paraded the camp
us and painted the side walks with
green paint. The faculty met and
voted to suggest to the trustees that
chapel attendance be made voluntary
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
PRESCOTT
BY Mrs. |. V. Hines


Mrs. Georgia Station, who has been
confined to her bed for several days
because of an attack of appendicitis is
feeling much better 1t has been re-
commended that an operation is nee
essary but SO far it has not been de-
cided definitely. Mrs Station was
down town Monday of this week feel
ing much fatigued from the extra
walk.
The Peoples A. M. E. q. church has
the old time gospel feast each Sun
day. Last Sunday was a high day
Rev. Draper preached a wonderful
sermon. A real old heart felt meet
ing was had. Come out and get re-
vived. All are welcome to the SER
vices.
A round table reception will be CIV
en- in the annex Of the Peoples A. M.
E. q. church the 14th of March invita-
tions to the same are being sent out.
Mrs. Mary Tobin, daughter Miss
Palmer, and three sons left last
week for albuquerque to reside. The
family will be greatly missed. Mrs.
Tobin underwent a serious operation
and was convalescing nicely from the
same, decided to change locations on
account of her health. Miss Palmer
Tobin was very useful young girl,
taking active part in church work, a
beautiful contralto singer, very brill
liant in public school work and in
many of the subjects in her high
school work was as good as any in
her class. 1t is hoped they will have
great success in their new location.
Rev. Draper, pastor of the Peoples
A. ME. 2. church, will leave 10th of
March for Monrovia, California to at
tend the convention held there the
20 of this month
Mr.. and Mrs. Beard are proud par
ents of bouncing baby girl born last
week-S12 pounds at birth. Mr.. Beard
has his chest so far out it will be
really hard job for him to get back
to normal.
Mother Rebecca Williamson, mis-
sionary of the A. M. E. Zion church
in this section returned last week
from Phoenix with slight attack of
of the flu. Mother is doing nicely and
has very good attention. 1t is hoped
she will be at herslf soon. Mrs. Herd
president of the missionary society,
made a call and had prayer with
Mother Williams and reported that
she is mending nicely.
Mrs. Paris Tabron who has been
very sick is improving and it is hoped
that she will soon recover.
Little Nettie May Lewis Hines will
be glad to write your subscription for
1922. Don't forget Nettie is live
wire and even if you are taking the
paper regularly, will sell you the sec
ond one. Many of the leading bust
ness folks are taking this paper from
her to encourage her and to help the
paper. Why not you?
Mother Ramsey who has been in
Alabama and Florida for the winter
will be returning early in the month
of April when the bleaby part of the
winter is past.
! Mrs. Jacob Tull left last week to be
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
PROMINENT WOMAN
OF RACE ATTENDS
ELECTION OF Pope
Especial to the Tribune)

Rome, Italy.-From Lenox avenue
st. Peters Square is no mean dis
tance for one to travel. At the one
end, scores of representatives of a
darker race may be seen moving to
and fro about their business, in and
out their homes and shops, contribut-
ing their mite to making New York
the nations busiest city: Rome, Italy,
with st. Peters Square, the other end
is without the thousands of members
of the Negro race. At least represen-
tatives of this growing group are not
often found within confines of the
holy city. True, that now and then
black faces are numbered among the
myriad complexions that pass before
the Vatican. Even black men have
enjoyed the splendors of ancient
Rome, the quaint canals of Venice, and
the picturesque Naples Bay, per-
chance, basked in Italian sunlight
endured the horrors of Vesuvius'
eruptions, but as a usual thing, Italy
Rome and ST. Peters Square, which
fronts ST. Peters Cathedral, are with
out representatives of the Negro race
and surely without him from the u.
S. A In fact, they are curiosities,
and their very presence provokes in
cessant observation. stares and undue
scrutiny, which interrogates- where
are you, from?
Italia&H marvel but little, at black
faces in costume characteristic of the
tropics, the Orient and the like, but
as Occidentals, fine appearing, and
in fashions latest mode they are the
center of the stage. To believe that
the American Negro was represented
and is to be counted among the crowd
of thirty thousand that clamored be-
fore an ancient st. Peters Cathedral
for reports on the election of the new
pope of the Roman Catholic church
is almost preposterous, and to dream
that this people would receive the
first hand blessings of Plus XI through
a daughter of their race is almost
without reality. But it is not so neith-
er preposterous nor without reality,
for Mrs. Leila Walker Wilson, Amer
ican Negro and wealthy resident of
Irvington-on-the-Hu New York,
was so journing in Rome during the
election of Pope Plus XI and was
noted among the crowd which receiv-
ed his blessings.
The following clipping, taken from
ia Tribuna," leading morning daily
of Rome, Italy, numbers Mrs. Wilson
among the cosmopolitan assemblage
which waited with sacred patience for
the returns of the papA election:
"St. Peters Rome today took on the
aspect of a social International Con
gress of Nations. 1t is, of course
more tranquil and more serious than
the international Congress at Geneva.
Notables of all nations and from all
countries thronged the concourse of
the Piazza San Pietro. And we could
not fail to regard in our inventory of
those present, as the most prominent
among the vast throng, Mrs. Leila
Walker Wilson of New York, BadfouI
and Leon Bourgeoise of France.
Tall and slender, with a majestic
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11

the Individual Championship Tennis
Match of the oath Infantry Tennis AS
sociation. All tennis players partak-
ing in this match have been classified
in first, second and third classes with
lhandicaps. The prize is a Spaulding
Autograph tennis bracket donated by
the oath Infantry Exchange. The con-
tests consist Of one set for each
match. On Sunday afternoon, Feb
ruary 26th, matches between players
of the first class ended with the fol-
lowing results:
R. Nuttall defeated NJ McCrimmon
6-1; ]. ]. Stewart defeated R. John
son, 6-S; R. INITIAL defeated w. H.
Stewart, 6-5; R. Nuttall defeated J.
]. Stewart, rs.
1t has been officially announced
that St. Peters A. NJ E. church, Rev.
Hickman, pastor, has been fully paid
for.
Tyre Consitory No. S5 A. A. S. R.
will confer the 80 degree during last
week of March.
A Commandery of knights Temp
lars is to be organized in Columbus
by members Of the oath Infantry in
the near future. George Buckner, O.
M. c., 80 degree F. K. T., is receiving
applications.
|
The American Legion, A. H. Cam
eron Post, No. 55 will launch drive
at the Service Club on March tc
bring the membership up to 200.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
GENERAL PERSHING'S
TRIBUTE TO THE LATE
COL. cHAS. YOUNG
General of the Armies
Washington.

washington.
In connection with the mem
orial services which are being
held to honor the memory of the
late Colonel Charles Young,
wish to commend his exemplary
life as splendid example to the
other members of his race. Col
onel Young was a man of prov
en- integrity who rose to high
rank in the service of his coun-
try. By close application to
duty he achieved success and
won the respect of his fellow
army officers. His career in the
army of the United States should
ever be an inspiration to his
people.
(Signed) John J. Pershing.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11
EpIToR GETS PLUM

(By the Associated Negro Press)
Boston, Mass, Mar 10.-Mayor
James NJ Curley announced today the
appointment of Mr.. Joshua H. Jones,
a colored newspaperman to be as
sitant director of publicity in the
Commercial Industrial and Publicity
Bureau of the City of Boston. His sal
ary will be $4,000 per year.
at the bedside of her sister in Ira, Pa,
who is very sick. 1t is hoped that
though serious as the case is, news
will he received that her sister is
much improved.
Miss Florence Hall, pupil of Mrs.
Smith won prize, lovely bottle of
perfume in her music class. Miss
Hall is making wonderful progress in
her study and her teacher is very
proud of her.
Madam Hilbert has a splendid dis
play of summer hats. Go in and look
her styles over and wear a hat by
your race once if no more. Madam
Hilbert is wonderful artist and her
ideas captivating. A visit will con-
vince you.
Phoenix tribune., 1922-03-11

General Pershing's tribute TO
Colonel Young was released ex-
clusively to the Associated Ne
gro Press to be read at the MEM
orial services throughout the
country, Sunday March, 18th.
(Cut this tribute from this news
paper.)
Evening journal., 1922-12-05

Published by The Evening Journal, in cooperation
with The American Association of Advertising Agencies
Evening journal., 1922-12-05

citation, with the following officers:
President, Mrs. Rose Kahir; vice
president, Mrs. Harvey Hartman;
secretary. Miss Ada Barr; treasurer,
Mrs. Mancil Smith.
The senior class at the Cecil
County High School. Elkton. is re-
hearsing a play entitled. AT the End
OF the Rainbow" which they will
present after the holidays.
State Game Warden +. Lee Le-
Compte after a trip OF several days
in Garrett and Allegheny counties.
has decided to establish two new
game preserves-one Is 10 contain
$500 acres of land near Flintstone.
and the other is TO be located near
Frostburg. It IS proposed to stock
both OF these game preserves with
deer, wild turkey and pheasants.
Arthur NJ. Cummings, Of Aberdeen.
formerly Of Elkton, has invented and
secured patent rights on an auto
mobile safety device. Il Is a lock
consisting Of two steel arms. which
are pivotally connected outside the
tread of the tire. When closed to-
gether they embrace the tire and
with g projection inside the rim.
completely inclose the dust cap on
the valve tube. In this position the
device is locked with a key and q is
then impossible to get at the valve
so as 10 debate the tire and thus
make the device movable.
George Ford. a carpenter OF THE
town, was arrested yesterday and
held under $500 bond for hearing
before Police Justice Cove b. Scot
ten, tomorrow evening. on the charge
Of assaulting Herbert Lewis. while
on his way home Saturday night.
Lewis has since been confined 10 his
bed. He was found unconscious ly-
ing along the street near the EllSton
postofIice. Several OF his teeth were
Knocked out and he has a number
OF cuts and bruises Ford does not
deny that he assaulted Lewis. hut
alleges that he had good reason for
doing 80.
Evening journal., 1922-12-05
ACCUSE LORD OF
LEWIS
Elkton Man Found Uncon-
SciouS on Street Saturday
Night
MRS. MARY BROWN
DIES, AGED SO

Special TO The Evening Journal.
ELKTON, Nd. Dec. 5.-Mrs. Mary
Brown, widow OF the late Amassa G..
Brown, who for many years was en-
gagged in the mercantile business
here. died at her home on Bow street
yesterday morning. aged about SO
years. Mrs. Brown had been in poor
health for nearly a year Before her
marriage she was Miss Mary Mearns
of near Zion. She was a member OF
the Methodist Episcopal Church for
a number OF years. She Is survived
by one son, George EDer Brown,
teller in the National Bank OF Elk
ton. and two daughters, Miss Carrie
Brown. of Elkton, and Mrs Lulu
Boulden, wife Of D. Palmer Boulden.
Of Philadelphia.
The body of Miss Ella Sweet was
taken TO Char,estown. this county
today and inferred in Charlestown
cemetery The deceased was former
~ resident OF this county. and was
about 81 years of age. Several years
ago she suffered "A paralytic stroke,
from which she never fully reco-
cred. She died in Chester. Pa.
where She had been making her
home.
John II. Terrell. secretary OF the
Chautauqua guarantors. has re-
ceived a communication from Dr.
Paul NJ. Pearson, OF the swarthmore
Chautauqua Association, inviting the
guarantors OF the Elkton Chautau-
qua TO select a representative TO at
tend the lecurers' conference on pub
lie opinion and world peace 10 be
held in Washington. Thursday, Fri
day and Saturday of this week.
The patrons of the public schoo! at
Pleasant Hill, this county. have or
ganized a School Improvement Asso-