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The northwestern bulletin-appeal., 1924-01-12

Pres, Raymond w. Cannon, Mime
apolis. End Vice Pres, James w. Nc
Gregor, Los Angeles, 3rd Vice Pres,
Norman L. McGhee. Washington, Sec
retary, Homer Cooper. Treasurer,
Chicago, and Oscar c. Brown, Attain
ia, editor of the Sphinx. Among the
colleges and universities represent
ed were Cornell, Yale, Howard, Col
umbia, Chicago, Northwestern, Ohio
State, Ohio, Harvard, Union Lincoln.
Wilberforce, West Virginia, Colleg-
late, Institute, Meharry Medical Col
lege, University of California, Uni
yersity of Cincinnati. Pennsylvania,
Atlanta. Minnesota. Saad many others.
On Sunday, December 80. the full
convention delegation made a pill
Continued on page ~
The northwestern bulletin-appeal., 1924-01-12
GUNFNDS CLANDESTINE MARRIAGE
KLONDIKE GOLD RUSH is
BEING LIVED OVER AGAIN

Memories of the Klondike gold
rush are brought back by news Of the
discovery of gold in the French island
of Madagascar. off the coast Of South
east Africa. Prospectors say the pre-
cious metal exists there in untold
abundance.
Claims are being staked and ex-
perts predict the mines when worked
will rival in richness the most famous
ones OF South Africa. Wild competi-
tion for properties has begun. Crowds
of fortune hunters are on the road to
the gold regions and eye-witnesses as
sert there has been nothing like it
since the Klondike.
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and Mr.. Grant Bush, second-vice
president. who stated that the supper
was financial success.

Georges Carpenter, the French
boxer, is coming to this country to
fight Battling" Sikh.
French styles in next summers
cloaks and gowns and dancing slip
pers win be decorated by ribbons and
beadwork made by native Africans.
Compulsory participation OF every
student in some form Of athletics or
physical education. has been recon-
mended by the President Of the UNI
versity Of Illinois.
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Minneapolis IN
EFFORT TO HAVE
A CIVIC Center
Prominent Social Worker Gives
Efforts Freely to Secure
the Needed Place
COUNCIL OF CHURCHES TO
GIVE SURVEY MATERIAL
Benefits to North Side Is Seen in
Efforts to Raise Morale
of That Section.

One of the most needed projects In
the history of Minneapolis is just tax
ing form in the, section of a North
Side Neighborhood Of Settlement
House. Mrs., Jos. ID. Bryan. -promi-
nent social worker, has been request
ed to intercede for the establishment
Of such institution. Mrs. Bryan will.
shortly. complete a survey, began last
September, for the purpose Of ascer-
tanning the real need of the North
Side, comprising the Third. Fourth
and Tenth wards. The survey will
envelop the housing, employment
and recreation of the group and num-
Der Of race people.
The aim Of the Settlement is to
promote better protection for the
younger, folk and in a general way
expedite the general welfare of the
North Sides race people.
Cooperation Needed.
The Neighborhood House stands
for service through Neighborhood CO..
operation. The thing that distin-
guishes the Neighborhood House or
Settlement from other similar social
undertakings Is concerted desire to
secure first hand knowledge Of the
conditions of life Of the community.
with this knowledge at hand the
The northwestern bulletin-appeal., 1924-01-12
Success made by
Mil City MasOns

The Christmas Ball, which was CIV
en- at Kenwood Armory Thursday
evening. December 81, by the Anchor
Hilyard Lodge No. 2, F. G. A. NJ.
was successful affair. The spacious
hall. which was beautifully decor
ated, was crowded to its capacity.
The music which was furnished by
Moore's Concert Orchestra was excel
lent. The Popularity contest was the
feature Of the evening. Prizes were
awarded as follows: Mrs. Marie
Hughes. 1st prize. 500 evening
gown and slippers; End prize, Mrs.
Lillian Pope. awfully equipped over
night bag; 3rd prize, Mrs. Cora Nc
Pheeters, q beaded bag. This is one
of the largest and biggest entertain
ments ever attempted In the history
Of this lodge. The committee in
charge are to be commended.
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The st. Paul district will be hostess
to the Minnesota Federation of Col
ored women's- clubs at the Mid-win-
ter.meeting. There will be an execu-
tives board meeting, followed by a
conference Of department chairmen
and club presidents. The speaker Of
the afternoon will be announced later.
The outstanding social feature will be
the anniversary breakfast. You are
cordially invited.
Mrs. Alice Peay, 319 Harrington
avenue. beloved wife Of Henry Peay
and mother Of Eddie Peay. died FRI
day after lingering illness. De
ceased was q faithful member Of
Bethel church, the funeral being held
from there on Tuesday afternoon.
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Among the unique affairs for the
week was the Game supper and Whist
party given Monday evening by The
Gopher Gun club. which was recently
organized. The gastronomic appetites
Of those present were pleasingly sat
isfied by the excellent service render
ed, The game served consisted Of
rabbit. wild goose and squirrels.
After partaking Of supper the guests
spent the evening at whist. Mesdames
Arthur Rhodes and Reed held the
lucky numbers and each one received
q chicken. All present enjoyed them
selves immensely. and much credit 10
due Mr., Robert Anderson. president.
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Both Minnesota
Senator'S Give
Votes To Smith
Democrat Defeats Sen. Cum
mings in Election for Chair
man Of /. C. c.

Both Senator Hearick Shipstead
and Magnus johnson. Minnesota rep
resentatives. voted to elect Sen. ELI
SON d. Smith. Democrat Of South Car
olina. as chairman Of the Interstate
Commerce committee Wednesday.
The election Of Sen. Smith meant the
defeat Of SEN. Cummins, Republican
OF Iowa, to the hithertofore Repub-
lican stronghold.
Sen. Smith 10 close ally Of Sen.
Oscar Underwood Of Alabama and Ia
considered one of the strongest op-
ponents In the Senate against the
Dyer Bill. He was active last year in
The northwestern bulletin-appeal., 1924-01-12
Important Statutory Case Is
Won in Fergus Falls Court Room,

Attorney J. Louis Erwin rocked a
surging crowd that packed the big
court room at Fergus Falls, Mimi,
with his eloquent plea for equality
In courts of law In the State of Min
nesota.
While the trial was in progress,
which lasted two full days. hundreds
tried in vain to gain entrance which
was denied them by special deputies
stationed at the door.
Attorneys Of note, in the city, filled
the bar while the respected race man
staged mental battle with skilled
lawyer who went the limit Of his abil-
ity to secure conviction. Harris Web
ster. of Fergus Falls, was accused or
a statutory crime committed on a
IL year old girl, retained Attorney
Erwin to defend him.
Important Witness
Rev. Joseph w. Harris of st. Paul,
who happened to be in Fergus Falls,
carrying on Evangelistic work, found
Harrison Webster In Jail where he
ha dbeen' confined for four months,
made an investigation and learned
that Webster was innocent. called At
torney Erwin by long distance phone
and ha dhim come to Fergus Falls,
MINI. The case was called to trial
January 8. 1924. and was tried before
Hon. William L. Parsons. and a jury
consisting Of 10 men and two ladies,
all of which were mother or father
Of children.
Jury Convinced 80.
Rev. Harris. who had made the in
vestigation. became the star witness
for the defense. After two days Of .
bitterly fought trial, Attorney Eryin
and Rev. J. w. Harris convinced the
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OF
VOTER IS URGED
BY VOTERS ASSN
Present Administration Seem to
Merit Return to Office aft
er next Campaign

Post-holiday Developments in city
politics include the announcement
that Mayor Arthur E. Nelson will file
his acceptance as a candidate for re-
election within fe wdays, and the
further announcement that Commiz-
sioner H. G. Wenzel, is believed to
have definitely determined not to
commit political suicide by attempt
ing the forlorn job Of opposing Mayor
Nelson.
Growing sentiment in favor of re-
electing the entire city adminIstra.
ton as at present constituted is said
to have put the quietus to the Wenzel
boom for mayor. 1t has also done
much to clear the way for the re-
turn TO office of Commissioners w.
J. Peter, L. r. s. Ferguson, John
Fl. Macdonald, George Fl. Sudhe,m-
er, H. G. Wenzel, James M. Clancy
and City Comptroller Erman M.
Skipton. ........ .... a~. -.
" Plans Revised ....
1t has been pointed by individuals
and by civic organizations represent
ing every section of the city that the
voters will make big mistake next
May IL they change the present per-
sonnel, in view Of the extreme i'm
portance of>allowing the incumbents
to complete the ambitious program
which has been instituted during the
past eighteen months.
Friends Of the administration see
just one chance for an upset. They
realize that unless there is a big
ger registration than is now promised
by the results of the first weeks op-
Grafton under the new permanent reg
istration law, that Mayor Nelson and
his official family will not have such
easy sailing.
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4 Ou6 vi tAO Otot hAVW -
tnen in the Twin Cities. He will focus
his attentions on advertising and
building UP the Mill City circulation.
Besides these duties Mr.. Moore will
cover the musical and theatrical act
ivities for our subscribers. =
Our expansion necessarily meant
the need Of better facilities to serve
Minneapolis and secure more news
and happenings of interest. When in
need Of the service OF The Northwest
ern Bulletin-Appeai. call Hy. 1866, or
call Mr.. Moore directly at Hy. 1884.
We are sure that the securing of Mr..
Moore will result in many dement's
FOR our medium, and want the public
to lend their support to help rs se-
sure more Minneapolis news and adj
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CORRECTION

Inlast weeks issue the Northwest
ern Bulletin was Incorrectly advised
regarding the resignation of Reyer-
end Carr of st. Paul Baptist church.
We are pleased to make this correc-
ton, as the statement was not true.
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HBill" Moore Is
new staff member

In order to more ad-
equately serve our
Minneapolis clientele
we wish to announce
the acquisition Of Mr..
J.. w. (Bili) Moore to
our Minneapolis stat.
Mr.. Moore needs no
introduction, as ne lie
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HOTEL HOWELL IS
LEASED To WELL
KNOWN CAFE man
Lease is Consumated Whereby
Best Race Hotel in North
west will Reopen

The Hotel Howell at Rondo and
McKubin streets which. has under
gone extensive repairs has been
leased by Mr.. w. II. Reams, former
manager OF the Acme Cafe. Within
the next ten days the hotel will he
completely furnished and ready for
opening. Mr.. o. Howell, the owner,
has spared nothing In making the ho-
tel the best race hostelry in the
Northwest. Mr.. Reams, who is ore
Of the best and well known caterers
we have, has had extensive cafe ex-
perience and is thoroughly capable OF
managing the hotel. His securing the
Howell Hotel is another step in the
commercial activities of the race.
Five Year Lease
Mr.. Reams arrived in the city from
Duluth wednesday morning to COM
plete the deal which had been pend
ing for some time. A lease for FIVE
years was consumated. Mr.. Reams
has made plans to complete hi sbusi-
ness arrangements In Duluth 80 as to
return to st. Paul the carly part Of
next week to superintend the equip
ing of the hotel for the convenience
of the guests.
A spacious dining room with lob
by was added to the hotel during
the alterations together with many
other improvements including a new
heating plant.
The leasing .of the. Howell Hgtsi
was madS:hy thtassi Ftei;. p. NC.
Cracken. local rear estate dealer, ).
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Mrs. Clete Oliver, 402 st. Anthony
avenue. was a charming hostess last
Wednesday when she entertained the
Maids and Matrons' club at lunch
con.
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Observance OF
Thrift" Made
by Urban League

The Observance of Thrift Week,
January 1920, will be made by the
Urban League of st. Paul in the same
spirit that will be used in the yari-
Gus sections of the country.
On Sunday, January 13, at a
o'clock, Mr.. Louis Betz. treasurer of
the State Savings bank, will deliver
an address on Thrift at the Little Pill
grim Baptist church, on Grotto and
West Central avenue. ...... .-r .
A symposium viii be conducted
preceding the address of Mr.. Betz.
Mr.. F. d. McCracken, Mr.. James
Jones and others will take part in
this symposium. Mr.. Chas. A. Miller
will be in charge of a special musical
program which will be rendered.
The meeting will be held under the
joint auspices of the st. Paul Urban
league and the N. A. A. @. p.
Comparison Made.
Mr.. Elmer A. Carter, executive sec
retary Of the local Urban league,
like us the campaign to the ancient
story in the following comment.
So goes the Biblical injunction
harded down to the wasteful of an
other day and generation.
But we of this generation can do
well to consider this command, for If
we but observe the feyerish energy
of the ant in his efforts to provide for
himself and his dependents shelter
and sustenance and competence for
the days of adversely we must be
chagrined at our own lack Of wisdom,
our profgatt spending. our needless
disregard of rainy days which must
come.
Next week will be observed all over
the nation as Thrift Week. During
that week emphasis will be placed on
Saving, Buying Home, Life Insur-
ance, Making WIZ and the vari-
GUS other forms of Thrift.
Race of MASTERS.
The Urban League Of st. Paul will
attempt to carry the message Of
Thrift to our group and no message
is more needed than this one. A ia
nous educator has said that we are
a Race Of Wasters." II this is true
our future is hopeless.
No amount of industrial and so
cial opportunity, no amount OF in-
tellectual development can lift US up
II as race we are only consumers.
Thrift should be the watchword of
our youth as they face the future.
Independence, real substantial citi-
zenship cannot be denied to those
who husband their resources. Nations
do not deliberately destroy national
assets and a race of thrifty mtn and
women is an asset to any nation.
Therefore. Consider the Ant, Thou
Sluggard, and Be WISE"
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Mill Citian Elected Head
of Alpha Phi Alpha "Frat''

History in the Making"
was the popular characterize
tion Of the 18th Annual conven-
tion of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fra
ternity which closed here Decem-
Der 31st, 1923, where more than
600 college men from Sc of Am
erica's best educational institu-
tions gathered to discuss means
by which the problem in Negro
racial life may be met. Negro
college men from all sections of
the country were present at the
convention, the sections repre-
sented stretching from Massa-
chuchetts on the New England
coast to California on the Pa
cific and from Minnesota to Geor-
gia. At the present time there
are fifty-one chapters in the
United States.
Perhaps the outstanding legis-
lation of the convention was the
adoption of resolutions to send a
communication to President Cool
idge recommending the release
of the remaining members of the
25th Infantry now confined In
Leavenworth Federal Prison, and
make a contribution to the Natior
Association for the Advancement
the Colored people to aid in its ca
paign for the passage Of the Dy,
Anti-Lynching Bill now before
Congress of the United States.
Many Delegates
The opening session Of the &C
vention was held Thursday afterno
December % at the Spring st. y
G. A. With over four hundr
delegates from various colleges a
universities throughout the Unit
States In attendance under the |,
rection Of its national officers s.
Booker, Baltimore Pres, Raymond
Alexander, Philadelphia, 1st vi
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MAN SHOOTS WIFE
AND SELF after
QUARREL IN HOME
Neighbors Break Into Apart
ment After Hearing Shots
and Find Both Dead.
PARTIES WELL KNOWN
IN SPORTING CIRCLES
Woman Victim Is Mother of For
mer Popular Young Lady Now
in Washington, ID. C.

Following a quarrel Wednesday
afternoon. George L. Gray, 148 Hy-
land avenue, shot and killed his al
legged common-law wife, Alice Gray,
also known as Nora Mask, then killed
himself. Gray, who is Pullman en-
ploye, was 40 years of age, while the
victim was reported to be 3S.
Neighbors heard shooting about 2
o'clock and on breaking into the
apartment, found the body Of the wife
pierced with FIVE bullet holes. From
indications four shots were fired
while the victim faced him and one
into her back as she fell. The police
department was then informed, who
sent the North Side gun squad to the
scene Of the dual killing. The bodies
were removed to the county morgue.
Shoots Own Self.
From indications, after killing the
woman, Gray walked into the kitchen,
emptied the FIVE exploded cartridges,
threw them behind radiator, reload
ed the pistol and fired one shot into
his own heart. His body was found
lying across that OF the first victim
Of the tragedy.
Previously to the killing, Mrs.
Gray Is alleged to have called Evelyn
Tender, friend, 52S Sixth avenue
north, and told her Of Quarreling
with Gray. It is thought that the
quarrel was resumed and the shoot
ing followed. An there were no eye
witnesses to the killing. no authentic
statement has been made as to the
final words that lead up to the shoot
ing.
Elks' Property.
The house where the shooting oc-
cured is the property OF Ames Lodge
106, i. B. p. o. Z. W., and was pur-
chased to be used as an Elks' rest.
It is located on the corner of Lyndale
and Hyland avenues north. and is
considered one Of the most beautiful
and valuable on the North Side. The
home, however, was not used for the
purpose as purchased, but was leased
to Mrs. Gray. who converted It into
a rooming house. Both parties OF the
double tragedy are well known In the
Twin Cities. Gray has been an em-
ploye Of the Pullman Company for
some time, while Mrs. Gray has been
connected with the rooming house
and restaurant business for a number
of years. Mrs. Francis Thomas of
Washington, u. c., daughter Of the
murdered woman. arrived in the city
Friday morning to attend the funeral.
which took place from Neal Under
taking Paylors Saturday morning.
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helping filibuster the bill into defeat
and the past season has witnessed no
change in his attitude toward the
race. Sen. Smith is q real Southern
er, believing in anti-bellum aristocra-
cy, converted In prejudice and up
holding tha self-accepted right Of
murder, lynch law and violence.
Surprise Comes.
The most severe surprise Is that
the Senator'S from, Minnesota should
uphold such q person as Sen. Smith.
Both Senators Shipstead and johnson
express themselves as favoring the
dyer Bill. yet both voted for Sen.
ator to head an important position
affecting the vitalness of the internal
government. The Minneapolis Trib-
une's Washington correspondent says
that the two Minnesota Senators pos-
sibiy did not know Of tht previous
record OF SEN. Smith. Yet they
should have. and this fact, II true,
does not eliminate the fact that our
washington representation win not
likely support the Dyer Bill "A the
capacity promised.
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River Falls journal. [volume] (River Falls, Pierce County, Wis.) 1872-2019, 1924-12-11
OBITUARY
Olga 0. Larson

Olga o. Larson was born in Hum
koldt, Michigan, August 10, 1891.
She moved to Martell with her par
ents when two years of age, where
she spent her girlhood days.
She was united in marriage to
Harry Larson of Minneapolis, Mimi,
on Nov. II, 1914, at which place she
has made her home.
She died in Minneapolis from
cancer on Nov. %, 1924, at the age
Of SO years, 8 months and Is days,
after an illness of several months.
The remains were brought to her
parental home in Martell and
funeral services were held at the
Norwegian Lutheran church in Mar
tell Dec. /, 1924. Interment was
made at the cemetery there.
Besides her husband she leaves to
mourn her loss her parents, Mr.. and
Mrs. Jacob Larson of Martell, two
sisters, Miss Clara Larson and Mrs.
C. H. Buckwold, three brothers,
Bonnie, Alfred and Emil all of
Minneapolis. and host of other rel
atives and friends.
After the summer hours,
Beneth the snow sleep all the fiours;
flowers;
So, after all life's joys and pains
are past,
Shall death bring kindly rest for US
at last.
Thank God for DEATH
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Mercury Herald:

y
Services for the late Albert D.
Currier, who passed away last Mon
day, were held Wednesday afternoon
from the chapel of Hooking & Will
Hams, under auspices of Garden City
Lodge No. 142, /. 0. O. F., of which
Mr.. Currier was a member.
Mr.. Currier, until. his retirement
some three years ago, was one of the
prominent realty men of the valley.
Born in Lowell, Mass, 70 years ago,
he moved, when a boy of four years
with his parents to Pierce county,
Wisconsin.
He was married on September %,
1871, to Miss Ella r. Smith and for
20 years was engaged in farming
and as a wholesale grain merchant
in Wisconsin. For three years prior
to coming to California he was en-
gagged in the real estate business
which he continued after he made
San Jose his home.
He leaves to mourn his passing,
his widow, Mrs. Ella R. Currier, a
daughter, Mrs. Myrtle L. Angus of
San Jose; and two sons, Ernest S..
of Sacramento, Cal, and William II
CUrrier of st. Paul.
Interment was at Oak Hill GENE
terry, San Jose.
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neighbor, young man of good habits
and fine character. His life,
though short has brought gladness
and cheerfulncas into the lives of
those who knew him. He will be
greatly missed by ALL
His parents, three sisters and one
brother have gone on before him.
Five sisters and six brothers survive.
They are Mrs. Martin Evyon of
Baldwin, Mrs. Joe 0fstie of Gilman,
Tillie at home, Mrs. Emil Wolden of
Menemonie, Mrs. John Wolden of N.
Rush River, 'Dewett of Shell Lake,
Amos and Victor near home, Enoch
of Eau Claire and Sam and Roy at
home.
Funeral services we're held at the
Martell M. E. church Wednesday,
Dec. 8, at o'clock, conducted by
Rev. Kolberg
Why do we call them lost?
Because we miss them from our
onward road?
Gods unseen angel Ger our pathway
crossed,
Looked on US all, and loving them
the most,
Straightway relieved them from
lifts weary load.
They are not lost; they are within
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useful and practical
Toastsrs, Curling Irons Electric Heaters Electric lrcns
PercoIators, etc.
Everyone who understands the problem of home
management appreciates advantages f practical electrical
equipment gifts and will the thankful
ness appreciation of recipient Select them from
while the display complete with items
curlinu Irons stoo Electric Irons $500 to $3.50
electric Heaters $500 to $3.50 Toasters S3.25 TO $es5
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Leslie Ernest Danieison

Leslie Ernest Danielson was born
August II, 1901 and passed away
after a brief but painful illness Nov.
so, 1924, at the age of % years, 3
months and 10 days.
His entire life was spent at his
hcme, but since the death of his
father in August, 1918, he had had
charge of the home farm. He had
proven himself to be a splendid
worker, pleasant and helpful
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FOUND
WANTED

INSURANCE REPORTER. Man
to make confidential insurance re-
ports at River Falls during spare
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the door,
That shuts out loss and every hurt
full thing.
With angels bright, and loved ones
gone before
In their Redeemer's presence ever,
more,
And God himself, their Lord and
King.
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Albert D. Currier

The following obituary notice of
Albert d. Currier, who died at San
Jose, California, Monday, Nov. II,
1924, is copied from the San Jose
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For Sale Cheap. coal, self
feeding Heater, Jewell make, IA
inch fire pot. Inquire of c. f. White,
Park street, South Side, River Falls,
Wis, phone 450-3.