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FIRST NEGRO BISHOP FOR AMERICAN CHURCH (Continued from First Page.) of noble and Godly men which, accord ing to the doctrine of Apostolical suc cession which is held and taught by the Episcopal Church, reaches back through the Church of England, Rritain, Rome and Ephesus to the time of Christ and His apostles. Taking him by the hand, Bishop Tuttle con ducted Bishop Demby within the sanc tuary, where he knelt until he received the Holy Communion and until the service was concluded. Music Feature of Service. S. During the offertory the anthem, "How Lovely Are the Messengers that Preach Us the Gospel of Peace,” was effectively sung by the choir, com posed of Mesdames Blagburn, Evans and Myers, the Misses Hunter and Story and Messrs. Jones, Grady, Smallwood, Stephenson and Wright. Indeed, the musical part of this beau tiful service, under the direction of All Saints’ organist, Mr. W.Elmer Keeton, was most devotional and faultlessly rendered. The offering, which was for Bishop Demby’s work in Arkansas, amounted to $120. At the conclusion of the ser vicer the procession retired from the church in reverse order to that of en tering, the Bishops going first and the choir last. Congregation Numbers Thousand. The congregation, in which was a large number of white people, number ed more than a thousand. Among the distinguished persons noticed in the congregation was Judge Dyer, who is ■» sued the injunction against the segre gation ordinance which it was at tempted to put in. force in St. Louis some months ago. He is the uncle of Congressman L. C. Dyer, author of the federal anti-lynching bill. Both of these men are communicants of the Episcopal Church. Sister Leila Mary of the Sisterhood of St. Mary, an or der of Colored Sisters, came on from Philadelphia to attend the consecra tion. The visiting Colored clergy present were: The Rev. E. Robert Bennett, Buffalo, N. Y.; the Rev. Shelton C. Bishop, Pittsburgh, Pa.; the Rev. John Bruce, Nashville, Tenn.; the Rev. W. H. DeClaybrook, Hot Springs, Ark.; the Rev. Frederick C. Garrett, Mem phis, Tenn.; the Rev. Daniel E. John son, D. I)., Little Rock, Ark.; the Rev. D. E. Johnson, Jr., Keeling, Tenn.; the Rev. James E. King, Mason, Tenn.; the t Rev. Henry Rahming, Kansas City, Mo.; the Rev. M. Roker, Muskogee, Okla.; the Rev. M. E. Spatches, Kan sas City, Kan., and the Rev. John Al bert Williams, Omaha, Neb. All the members of the Standing Committee of Missouri were also pres ent. They are: Clerical—-The Rev. Carroll M. Davis, D. D.; the Rev. Z. B. T. Phillips, D. D., and the Rev. J Courtney Jones. Lay—Messrs. James Bull, C. M. Jennings and J. L. Ford. Mr. R. B. Bancroft of Little Rock, secretary of the Standing Committee of the Diocese of Arkansas, came as a lay representative of that diocese, and the Rev. A. C. McCabe, Ph. D., of Dyersburg, Tenn., a warm friend of Bishop Demby’s, was one of the rep resentatives from Tennessee. The Rev. Leonard H. Burns was another of the St. Louis clergy present. Attorney H. R. Saddler, one of the vestrymen of Bishop Demby’s old parish, Emmanuel, Memphis, was among those present in the congregation. At the celebration of the Holy Com munion it was noted that members of both races, without the slightest hesi tation, kneeled side by side to receive the communion. This impressive and dignified func tion, considered an historic and epoch making event, will doubtless do much to emphasize the truths for which the American Episcopal Church stands. Missionary Meeting in Afternoon. At 5 o’clock another large congre gation was present, when three splen did addresses were made by Bishop Winchester, Archdeacon Johnson and Bishop Demby. Bishop Winchester’s deep interest and sincerity in the prog ress and development of the Colored race, as he modestly told of his work among them from the time of his diaconate to the present, wah appar ent to all. Among the many good things he said, incidentally, in his ad dress, which was listened to with marked attention, was this: “This church stands and must stand against lynching and injustice, and for law and order.” He told how euger he was to have the Episcopal Church do ef fective work among all people in Ar kansas and how pleased he was the church had given him Bishop Demby to stand by his side and help him do that work. This was the anniversary of his own consecration and his broth er bishop had this day received the same unction as himself. Archdeacon Johnson in his splendid address first cleared away the cobweb which he had reason to believe was ob structing the vision of some. He stated that this church has only three orders in her ministry—bishops, priests and deacons—and in their spiritual powers and functions each one who is ordain ed to either of these offices is the peer of his brother. The order of the priesthood is one. The offices may differ. For example, a priest ma> be a missionary, a rector, a dean or an aichdeacon. These names are given him for offices he may fill. But what ever his office may be his order is that of a priest, and whatever priestly function he may perform it is valid by virtue of his priesthood. So with the episcopate. A priest is consecrated a bishop. He may be called a diocesan, a coadjutor, a suffragan, an arch bishop, a presiding bishop, a metro politan, if you please. All designate offices which he may fill. But he is a bishop and his episcopal acts are valid anywhere and everywhere. He then earnestly plead that Bishop Demby be loyally supported in his work and given means to do it. He used very effectively the fourth Liberty loan slogan, “Don’t let the Son go down,” in pointing out the church’s duty to support Bishop Demby. Bishop Demby made a most favor able impression in his address. He said he had answered the call to the episco pate realizing that it was a call to hard work. He told of the more than a million and a half of Negroes in the Province of the Southwest for whom the church could do a vast deal in lift ing to higher Christian citizenship. He hoped to establish an orphanage to reach and save many cast-away chil dren and train them for God and ..he nation. He hoped to establish schools for Christian education, so sadly need ed. For constructive work it would take money and men; but he felt that if the people would pray earnestly for him and he should work faithfully, as by God's help he hoped to do, he be lieved that God would send whatever was needful. His prayer would be for humility, wisdom and strength to do faithfully the work unto which he was called. Archdeacon Phillips of Philadelphia, the senior Colored priest of the church, presided, the brief service being con ducted by Rev. John Albert Williams. ROSCOE CONK LING SIMMONS COMING Famous Orator Who Has Been Thrill ing Thousands by His Eloquence to Ite Again Heard in Omaha; Will Speak at Calvary Baptist Church October 24th. Colonel Roscoe Conkling Simmons, famous orator, who spoke before a large audience in the Auditorium sev eral months ago, is to be heard again in Omaha sooner than was expected. He will speak under the auspices of Mount Moriah and Pilgrim Rest Bap tist churches in Calvary Baptist church, Twenty-fifth and Hamilton street, Thursday night, October 24. Colonel Simmons has been speaking to immense audiences of both races in all sections of the country. NEW YORKERS ENTERTAINED AT COLORADO SPRINGS (Special to The Monitor.) Colorado Springs, Oct. 5.—A very appropriate entertainment was given at the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. L. Fort, 710 East Cuchorras street, in honor of Mr. and Mrs. W. Peterson of New York, who were departing for New York. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. Arthur L. Hayes of New York, Mr. and Mrs. Harry A. Perkins, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Green, Mr. and Mrs. George McDowell, Mr. ami Mrs. Wil liam Best, Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Sim mons, Mr. Lewis Ferguson and Mrs. Chiles of Omaha. Progressive whist was the'feature of the evening, with appropriate music and refreshments. Mrs. Chiles was the happy winner of the first prize, a beautiful silk em broidered handkerchief bag, Mrs. A. L. Hayes won the second prize of six beautiful handkerchiefs. Mr. Harry A. Perkins won third prize, a dandy little boy, 100 per cent one. THE KINNEY SHOE COMPANY, HOTEL LOYAL BUILDING The Monitor desires to invite the at tention of its readers to the advertise ment of the Kinney Shoe company, one of the business firms who have re"ent ly joined The Monitor’s growing fam ily of advertisers. Mr. Russell, the courteous local manager, said: “We have heard of The Monitor and are glad to advertise in it, because we feel that it will bring us the kind of business we desire. We make a spe cialty of meeting the needs of the peo ple who want good shoes at reasonable prices. We will appreciate the trade of your people and will guarantee them satisfaction.’’ When you visit the Kinney shoe store to buy your next pair of shoes, which, of course, you are going to do, kindly mention The Monitor. NOTICE To My Customers and Friends: I will continue to take morning en gagements for hair work. I will be pleased to greet old and new. Mani cure patrons afternoons and evenings at Jenkins’ barber shop, corner 24th and Burdette. Madame Henderson. Telephone, residence 1489; office, Webster 2095. Events and Persons --- Buy a Liberty bond and have a nest egg. Lawyer Amos P. Scruggs settled a case for Miss M-olita (Jail with the Council Bluffs ft Omaha Street Rail way company, for $800, for false ar rest and illegal imprisonment. Vote for Jefferis for congress.—Adv. Mrs. I .enora Bell has received word from her husband that he is some where in England. Mr. and Mrs. James Waddell of Denver are visiting friends in the city. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Clark of Tona pah, Nev., enroute by auto to Cincin nati, O., stopped ovei in Omaha for a few days. Mrs. Hattie Conrad of Lin coln, Neb., is accompanying them on their trip. Smoke John Ruskin 5c Cigar. Big gest and Best.—Adv. Mr. July Miles and Mrs. Mary Brad ford were married Tuesday night at 1518 North Twenty-fourth street by the Rev. M. H. Wilkinson, pastor of Mount Moriah Baptist church. Mr. George Smith of 2534 Hamilton street, who took seriously ill last Mon day while at work, is improving. Mr. T. C. Cameron has been detain ed at home by illnes Mr. and Mrs. B. Carneal of Lincoln spent Carnival week as guests of Mrs. Lavinia Robinette, 915 North Twenty eighth street. Buy a Liberty bo.nd—then another. General Scott of 2409 Hamilton street, who has been ill for three weeks, is able to be up and around the house. Mr. and Mrs. John Hickman of the Flores apartments had as their dinner guests Tuesday the Rev. and Mrs. W. C. Williams, the former’s mother, Mrs. Williams of Topeka; Mrs. C. Gibson of Manhattan, Kan., and Mrs. Jackson. Vote for Unit* for county commis sioner.—Adv. Mrs. Marguerite Murray has re ceived word from her son, Earl Clend lio, that he has arrived safely over seas. M. F. Singleton was called to Co lumbus, 0., last Friday by the serious illness of h!s daughter, Mrs. Bessie Moffitt. Furnished Rooms—Strictly mod ern. With or without board. 1516 North 16th. Tel. Webster 4983. The Rev. Griffin G. Logan, pastor of Grove Methodist church, united in marriage the parties named below: On September 5, at 2408 North Twenty fifth street, Sergeant Levi Derring of Camp Funston and Miss Mildred Hoard. Sergeant Derring left Satur day afternoon for the camp to join his company. On September 7 Dr. Wil liam A. Scott and Miss Edith Tolliver, at 2204 North Nineteenth street. Dr. Scott and bride will make Omaha their home. On the evening of September 7, at 1215 South Sixteenth, in the presence of a few personal friends and relatives, the minister united in wed lock Mi. James H. Browning and Miss Irene Hogan. On September 9, at 2522 Patrick uvenue, Mr. Charles Felix and Miss Catherine Wells, were united in marriage. They will make Omaha their future home. On September 11, Mr. Edward Jennings and Miss Mattie Belle Tran were married. They will be at home to their friends at 2201 Sew ard street. Furnished Rooms—-Strictly modern. Wilh or without board, 1516 North 16th St. Tel. Web. 4983. Omaha branch of the N. A. A. C. I’, will meet at St. John’s A. M. E. church Sunday afternoon at 4 o’clock. I'here will be a short program rendered. The public is cordially invited to attend.— Mrs. James G. Jewell, president; Mrs. Jessie Hale Moss, secretary. Buy a Liberty bond to buck the kaiser. A sumptuous d inner party was given last Friday evening by Mrs. Fannie Russell, complimentary to Mrs. Sarah Walker of Lincoln, who is visiting at her home. The rooms were beautifully decorated with patriotic colors, while the dining room table displayed an un usual degree of significance, being tastefully decorated with autumn leaves interwoven about a mirror. After partaking of the delicious repast and enjoying a delightful even ng of music and games, the merry party went automobiling throughout the city. Those participating were- Mes dames Walker, Ferguson, Sawyer. Robinson, Glover and Bridges. Nearly furnished rooms for light housekeeping. 722 N. 16th st. Tel. Doug. 9027. J. L. Webster.—Adv. Mrs. Clarence Brown of Atchison, Kan., and children returned home Sun day afternoon, having spent a pleasant visit with relatives and friends. Smoke John Ruskin 6c Cigar. Big gest and Best.—Adv. Mrs. C. Ridley of 1922 North Twen ty-fifth street entertained at rbeak fast ofr Mrs. Williams and mother of Topeka, Kan. Covers were laid for four. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Waddell, who have been the house guests of Mr. and Mrs. Jasper C. Brown, returned heme on Tuesday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Brown entertained at whist for their guests on Monday evening. Highest scores were made by Mrs. Henry Buford and Mr. Thos. Riggs; lowest by Mrs. Dr. Slater of Atlanta and Mr. Waddell. Mr. and Mrs. Waddell were treated to an auto ride by Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Lewis and viewed the homes of our people. Much praise and admiration were expressed by them at the pro gressiveness of Omaha. Mr. and. Mrs. C. B. Mayo have re turned from Sioux City, la., and for the present will make their home with Mr. and Mrs. William Tann. Albert W. Jefferis is the kind of man to send to congress. Vote for him. —Adv. The Rev. .Joi n Albert Williams re turned Saturday from St. Louis, Mo., where he attended the consecration of Bishop Demby. While there he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Albert Bur gess. By the nrling of the government subscriptions to newspapeis niust be paid in advance and are not to be sent to subscribers whose subscrintions have expired unless the subscription has been renewed. The Monitor, in keeping with all newspapers, must ob serve this rule. If you do not want your paper stopped be sure to pay your subscription. A cai'd has been received from Rufus W. Long, who recently went to Camp Jhke, stating that he was leav ing for the east. That looks like soon going overseas. Fince chance for Colored gentleinan with a little capital to operate a hot lunch stand. The best paving location on Twenty-fourth street. Inquire at the Hamilton Soft Drink Parlor, cor ner Twenty-fourth and Hamilton streets.—Adv. Mrs. J. A. Hill of 1201 North Twen ty-fifth street and Mrs. Enima Jones have gone to Nitro, W. Va., to rpjoin their husbands, who are employed there in the munition plant. Vote for Norman C. Gault for police judge.—Adv. Mrs. Cai'oline Pritchett, who died at 814 Noj'th Nineteenth street October 4, was buried from J. H. Russell & Co.’s undertaking parlors last Satur day afternoon. The Rev. W. F. Botts officiated. Interment was in Foi'est Lawn. She is survived by two daugh ters and a son. Mrs. J’ritchett for merly lived in Atlanta, Ga. Mrs. C. M. Marcier, who recently underwent an opeiation at the Lord luster hospital, is progressing nicely. The Phi Delta Sorority Red Cross auxiliary will meet every Tuesday evening at !*2fi North Twenty-seventh avenue. News has been received that Larry N. Peoples, who recently went to Camp LewiB, is ill with pneumonia. Miss Sadie Kline of Kansas City, Kan., left for her home Monday even ing, after spending a pleasant two weeks with her friend, Mrs. Charles C. Garrett, 2754 Farnarn street. Mrs. Maud South, formerly Maud Walls, who has bemi ill for some time, died at her home in Chicago. OMAHA MEN GOOD DRILLERS Fort Logan H. Root, Ark. (Special to The Monitor.) The seven young men who left Omaha September 25 for Camp Pike are able to cope with men who have had four months of drilling. The sec ond day at Camp Pike Arthur Ed wards, Harold Bentley and LeRoy Kelly were appointed acting sergeants in the Ninety-third and Seventy-sev enth casual companies. Aaron Glass, Leonard Gamble, George W. Carr and Oliver Melton were appointed cor porals. Our appointments in that in stance proved that our sacrifices and the untiring efforts of Lieutenants J. W. Pierce, Bob Robinson and J. Bass were not in vain. It was all accom plished by a proper salute, standing at attention and explaining the posi tion of a soldier at “attention.” Of course, our letters pushed us on over a great chasm. After seven days we W'ere transferred. Leonard Gamble is the only member in the party not with us now. We were told by a comrade that he was honor ably discharged. Fort Logan H. Root is a fine camp on a high hill, which furnishes a pic turesque view over the neighboring plains and the city of Argentria. Upon our arrival we were shown \|uarters. Two days later Edwards, Carr, Bentley and Kelly were given squads of men to drill. After laboring with them for three days we had them drilling with men who have had four months’ training. Our commandants thus far have been real men and leaders. They have their eyes on us and we may have an other adventure. We are drilling hard and studying. Since being here we have seen the following Omahans: "Mockle” Jack son, Alexander Kirtley and also Mr. Walton, who belongs to Zion Baptist church choir. The boys join me in sending their best regards. LEROY KELLY, 75th Co., 111th Receiving Battalion. The bee that gets the honey doesn’t lang around the hive. —--—■ " ^ Among the Churches I MT. MORIAH BAPTIST CHURCH Services were suspended all day Sunday on the strength of the order coming from the health officer, Dr. Manning. This was a serious blow to all church lovers and church-going people. However, we are hoping to be in line on Sunday with double num bers, enthusiasm, spirit, money, re ceptivity, etc. Covenant in the morning, sermon, fellowship and communion at night. All presidents of state’s rally will please be ready to make some report. On the sick list Mrs. Falls, 1302; North ‘26th street; Mrs. Grace Hays at Methodist hospital, Cuming and 36th street; Mr. George Smith, 2534 Hamilton. Mrs. Hattie Delly of 256" Cuming, was buried from the Sila. on un dertaking establishment, 'stor officiated. Our revival meeting will 1. ..ie 2d of November, preceded by .1 week of prayer. Rev. P. C. Parker will be in the visible lead. Take notice. If the churches are still closed meet the pastor on the church ground in the open air. GROVE METHODIST CHURCH NOTES The meeting conducted by Rev. S. R. Skelton was growing in interest when closed on account of the influ enza. Seven were added to the church during the few evenings of the meet ings. Miss Fostoria Logan and Master Shumpert Logan are now at Rust col lege, Holly Springs, Miss. Mrs. Bettie Bostick is attending the George R. Smith college, Sedalia. Mo. Mrs. Mary Brown is now confined to the St. Joseph hospital. Mrs. Ida Ritchie is ill at the univer sity hospital. Both of these ladies are faithful members of the church and we devoutly pray for their speedy re covery. Mrs. Magnolia E. Logan has just re ceived notice of the death of her uncle, the Rev. L. L. Shumpert of Holly Springs, Miss. Rev. T. S. Saunders of Pueblo, Colo., and Rev. Dr. S. H. Stripling of To peka, ,Kan., were visitors at the church this week. Mrs. Mabel Hardison has returned, after an extended trip to Colorado and Kansas. Mrs. Charles Solomon entertained a1 number of young people at her home quite recentlyy, complimentary to a number of students who were leaving to re-enter various schools in the South. Mrs. Loma Banks leaves for St. Joseph to visit a sister who is ill. Mrs. Josephin, Bird, the widow of YOUNG OMAHANS OUTWIT THE SPANISH FLU Some of Omaha’s most ponular debutantes, having been cut off from all amusements Sunday, October 6, by the closing of all indoor gatherings, determined to outwit the Spanish flu. The Misses Ray Middleton, Pearl Ray, Cuma and Otis Watson, Darlene Duval and Cordelia Johnson hiked nine miles outside of Florence limits, and, after being convinced that Spanish flu could not exist in such a wonderful j fresh air atmosphere, they, hungry and weary from the long jaunt, sat down and spread a sumptuous lunch. The girls recommend as a preventive against the disease plenty of exercise, food and fresh air. — WHITE LABOR BATTALIONS SENT OVERSEAS Washington, D. C., Oct. 4.—The war college at Washington advise, that there have been registered 207 white labor companies, 200 of which were sent overseas before their organiza | tion was entirely completed. This is j positive evidence that these labor bat talions are not confined exclusiveyl to Colored membership, as has been inti mated in some quarters. INSTRUCTION IN DRESSMAKING Thorough instruction in cutting, de signing and sewing. Latest methods. You can learn how to sew in from six to eight weeks. Satisfaction guaran teed. Call or write for free illustrated catalogue. Mrs. C. Ridley, 1P22 North Twenty-fifth street.—Adv. the late Charles Bird, has just pur chased a nice home in a nearby Iowa town. The consideration was cash, mostly realized from the insurance policies and jewelry left her by her husband. Mrs. Bird thinks this the best use to which she could put what was left her by her husband. Mrs. Bird has showed good sense in this matter. BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. T. A. Taggart, Pastor. Sunday services: Sunday school at 9:30 a. m.; morning service, 10:45; preaching Sunday night at 8 o’clock. The pastor will preach a baptisimal sermon, after which a number of souls will be baptised to rise and walk in the newness of life. The Mission Circle meets Thursday afternoon in the T. D. C. hall, Twen ty-ninth and T streets. Mrs. Andrews, Thirty-third and W streets, is still on the sick list. Mrs. Maud Downs of 473.3 South Twenty-sixth street is severely ill. Mr. Sheppard Young of 5704 South Thirty-third street is confined to his bed. Mr. Walter Denman, 5019 South Twenty-ninth street, is also on the sick list. Mrs. Birdie Garmamn, who is visit ing here from White Haven, Tenn., is severely ill at the home of Mrs. Char lotte Harris, 2730 R street. Mr. George King and Mrs. Paralee Bogan were quietly married last week by the Rev. Mr. Taggart at the home of the bride’s son, Mr. Willie Bogan, 2816 R street. Dr. Earnest E. Graves j DENTISTRY 242 North 10th Street Telephone I. 526,t LINCOLN, NEB JOHN BAKER'S POOL and BILLIARD PARLOR Rooms and Taxi Line. 117 E. 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