The Monitor
A WEEKLY NEWSPAPER DEVOTED PRIMARILY TO THE INTERESTS
OF COLORED AMERICANS_
PUBIJSHED EVERY FRIDAY AT OMAHA, NEBRASKA, BY THE
MONITOR PUBLISHING COMPANY_
Entered as Second-Class Mail Matter July 2, 1915, at the Postoffice at
Omaha, Nebraska, under the Act of March 3, 1879._
THE REVrJOHN ALBERT WILLIAMS...._.. f^itor
W. W. MOSELY, Lincoln, Neb-- ---.Associate Editor
1 LUCINDA W. WILLIAMS----- Business Manager
B. S. SUTTON......Circulation Manager
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INCONSISTENT CONDUCT
It would be rather interesting to
know how the members of the United
Brethren Church of Bloomingdale, a
suburb of Washington, D. C., who
were apparently leaders in staging
a mob demonstration against reput
able residents of that community, not
on account of their character, but of
their color, square their conduct with
the tenets of their religion. The pro
test meeting was held in their house
of worship and from it they sallied
forth to deliver their ultimatum that
reputable citizens should vacate their
lawfully purchased property. As they
sallied forth on their questionable
mission they sang “Onward, Christian
Soldiers, Marching As To War” but
fortunately they did not desecrate
“the Cross of Jesus” by carrying that
sacred symbol 'before them. It is a
wonder, however, that they did not.
Demonstrations of this character are
regrettable, but they react much more
harmfully upon the demonstrators ,
than upon their victims. They are to i
be deplored too, because they reflect
a sentiment which America must out
grow if she is ever to take her right
ful place as an exemplar of the ideals
of democracy.
government scandals
The charge of scandal in the opera
tion of the Veterans’ Bureau brings
to mind that there have been other
alleged scandals in governmental af- |
fairs by officials of high authority
and clothed with great responsibili
ties. Such charges do not reflect
credit upon those from whom we
should expect better things. With
the frequent alleged fracturing of the
moral code by prominent representa
tives of the dominant race, it ill be
comes them to preen themselves upon
their “superiority” either of ability cr
character. That there seems to be
a sincere desire to probe the charges
and if proven to punish the guilty,
gives encouragement to believe that
the American people believe in the
right.
ARE YOU READY?
Are you ready to subscribe for the
Community Chest We are quite
sure you are. Next Monday the drive
begins. Men and women will devote
their time to canvassing every home
in this city to raise $402,000 for chari
table and welfare work. Every7 fam
ily is asked to give at least $5.00 as
its yearly contribution to this good
work. Do you know how much this
! averages? Just about a cent and a
' half a day. Is there any family so
j poor that it cannot afford to give
this much ? Of course many families
: can and should and will give more.
Meet the canvasser cheerfully when
he or she calls next week and be
prepared to givte. Representatives
from all classes of our citizens will
work in this drive and all classes of
our citizens will cheerfully give and
none, we are sure, more cheerfully
and generously than those of our
own group.
AN EXCELLENT SHOWING
An unusually large number of our
people are availing themselves of the
excellent opportunities offered them
for improving their education in the
various night schools of the city,
i That’s fine. It shows aggressiveness,
progressiveness and a desire and de
j termination to improve. This is the
| right spirit.
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A NEW VENTURE
The Monitor congratulates the wo
men who have made a new venture
in business in establishing the North
Side Bazaar and Exchange which
charters out a new course and intro
duces new and practical features. Not
only will they sell various articles
of food and wearing apparel but they
have introduced a “Shirt Hospital,”
where they will mend shirts at a
nominal charge. This is a unique
feature. And they have others. It’s
a progressive move along business
lines and the Monitor wishes the en
terprising promoters every success.
ALLEN CHAPEL A. M. E. CHURCH
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Twentyfifth and R Streets, South Side
—O. J. Burckhardt, Pastor—
Phone MArket 3475
A big revival meeting is now in pro
gress conducted by Rev. S. R. Skelton
who is president of the Interdenomina
tional Evangelistical Bureau of the
United States. Dr. Skelto nis one of
the best equipped evangelists in the
middle west. There were twelve con
versions. Sunday morning Dr. Skelton
will preach to the converts and at 3
p. m. his subject will be, ‘‘Faith”., At
7:30 he will preach on “Dry Bones”.
Mrs. Elizabeth Clark departed this
life at the University hospital Sunday.
Rev. J. B. Showers is getting on
pertty well.
Mrs. Jefferson is able to be out.
Advertising Talk \
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Yet every time she lays an egg
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A rooster hasn’t got a lot
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But none the less most roosters have
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The mule, the most despised of beasts,
Has a persistent way ::
Of letting folks know he’s around
By his insistent bray.
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The busy little bees they buzz,
Bulls bellow and cows moo,
The watch dogs bark, the ganders quack,
The doves and pigeons coo.
The peacock spreads his tail and squacks,
Pigs squeal and robins sing !
And even serpents know enough k
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That nature could devise,
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Letters From
Our Readers
Short, timely letters are invited.
prefer that writers sign their names,
hut in all cases letters signed wltn a
norn de plume or as "Reader,’ "Sub
scriber." etc., must be accompanied J
by the name and address of the author I
for the editor's information.
In my previous article, we dis
cussed ‘The Invisible Empire.” I
did this because of the systematic
anti effective advertising it has had
of late. I did so also, because that
the Order when confining its work
to regulating our Group and keeping
us in our “proper place,” was scarce
ly noticed by the American public;
but when it developed color blind
ness then the trouble began. The
Mer-Rouge outrage, rightfully or
wrongfully attributed to the Klan
which has since a long list of wrongs
credited to the growing score; cul
minating in Oklahoma’s troubles and
the murder in Atlanta of a prominent
Klansman. These all give a publicity
that is not pleasant.
As a Group, we are simply onlook
ers, as we cannot participate and nei
ther do we wish to at the present.
“Those whom the gods would de
stroy, they first make mad.”
Exercise, for our Caucasian breth
ren, a proper spirit of pity. Turmoil
and strife every where characterizes
the present civilization, will it with
stand the assaults of anarchy ?
The civilizations of the past have
flourished, become weakened by vice
and sensuality, then became mem
ories only.
Armistice Day! What memories
it brings: joy to some, who were
saved from the blood-lust of man; and
sorrow to many, whose loved ones
are sleeping that final sleep, some
where.
The absent form; the stilled voice;
the vacant chair, speak volumes, that
are moistened with affections tears.
Have those dear ones suffered and
died in vain?
To bring order out of chaos; peace
out of strife; there is but one effect
ive prescription. Let the Church of
God, assert itself as a militant host
for righteousness; then will come the
“Reign of the Prince of Peace.”
Armistice Day at Quinn Chapel, A.
M. E. Church was one full of ac
tivities that mean much to the con
gregation.
Sunday School at 9:30 a. m. Mf.
J. Rector Thomas, Superintendent,
brought together anumbe r of both
old and young; the exercises being
of interest to all.
The pastor, Rev. M. C. Knight,
preached on “Times and Men.” As
this is not a letter written for praise
only, I merely say the sermon was
thoughtful and timely.
Junior Christian Endeavor League
was largely attended by a busy group
of young folks, under the leadership
of Mr. John Adams, the active presi
dent. The Endeavor Choir, trained
by Miss M. R. Battery, chorister and
Miss Florence Reid, pianist, rendered
some fine musical selections, show
inf plainly the effective rehearsals
that they have had.
It is well, that the man and wo
men of tomorrow, be trained, while
yet the Iboys and girls of today.
The evening service was largely at
tended by an attentive congregation,
who listened to the pastor deliver the
fourth sermon, of a series, on the
Apostles Creed. This being in the
nature of an exposition of the doc
trines of the Protestant Churches.
Thus completing a day of service
in which the all-absorbing topic of
Christianity was presented intelli
gently to this active congregation.
In closing these thoughts, I may
assert that our Group are asking for
mental and spiritual food from its
pastors; noise alone does not satisfy.
Some of my readers recall the old
maxim, put into everyday English—
“voice and nothing else.” The Negro
is calling for thought and not air, as
in the past has characterized his re
ligious worship.
Yours for uplift, always.
I. B. SMITH.
CARLSON EXPRESSES
APPRECIATION OF PATRONAGE
In closing out my business at 1514
North Twenty-fourth street, where I
have been located for nearly thirty
five years, I desire to express to my
numerous colored customers, my sin
cere and ‘heartfelt appreciation of
their patronage during all these
years. It has been interesting to
watch the growth of children to man
hood and womanhood and gratifying
to know that children whose parents
bought shoes for them, have in turn
when they grew to manhood and mar
ried, bought Shoes from me not only
for themselves but for their child
ren. I think this is complimentary
to all concerned. I want all to know
how sincerely this patronage has been
appreciated.
C. J. CARLSON.
FAMILY DAY AT ST. PHILIPS
At the 11 o’clock service Sunday
morning all the families of the con
gregation and others who may de
sire to attend are requested to be
present in their pews. It is desired
to mark this as Family Day, with
fathers and mothers, present with
their childdren in their pews at which
time an appropriate sermon will be
preached. Other services at the usual
hours, 7:30, 8:30 and 10 a. m. and
8 p. m.
LINCOLN, NEBIL
The Utopian Art Club had their
social and debate at Mt. Zion last
Thursday night, which was well at
tended and a success.
Stephen A. Venerable, who had re
recently returned home very sick, died
last Wednesday evening at the home
of Mrs. Franklin. It is said that Ven
erahle was in a deplorable condition
before death, and it suffices to say
that death brought relief to his suf
fering. Deceased is survived by a
mother, sister and two brothers. The
funeral was held Thursday afternoon
at the A. M. C. Church, Rev. M. C.
Knight preached and was attended by
friends.
Messrs. Nat Hunter and wife, Shan
on Webster and wife, Ed Buford and
J. H. Wakefield motored over from
Omaha Sunday on business and visit.
Messrs. C. A. Franklin, Editor of
Kansas City Call and friend, Miss
Ada Crogman of Philadelphia, Pa.,
Carl Golden and Joe LaCouur motored
over from Kansas City Saturday to
attend the Nebraska-Notre Dame foot
ball game. They were house guests
of Mr. and Mrs. W. W. Mosley while in
the city—leaving for Omaha after the
game.
Services at Mt. Zion were most in
teresting Sunday. Sunday School
had nice services. The pastor preach
ed a most excellent sermon on “Peace
of God,” followed by another at night.
The B. Y. P. U. had a nice lesson,
and most excellently explained by the
pastor.
At the annual meeting of the local
branch of N. A. A. C. held recently,
Mr. Wm. Woods was named Presi
dent and Mrs. O. W. Ferguson, Sec
retary.
At the Newman M. fl. Church,
Rev. G. W. Carter in accordance with
Armistice Day, preached on the sub
ject, “Peace of God,” which his peo
ple enjoyed. The Sunday School and
Aid Society had dusual services.
Services at the A. M. E. Church
were of interest. The Sunday School
was held at usual hour, also the A.
C. E. Society. The pastor is con
tinuing his sermons on the Apostles
Creed which proves of much infor
mation.
Remember the Union Thanksgiving
Services at Mt. Zion Baptist Church,
Thursday, November 29th at 11 a.
m. Fine dinner continuing all day,
which will tickle your palate.
Music hy Negro Composers
A program of the works of Negro
musicians and poets was presented
Tuesday ecening at the McKinley au
ditoriuum by the IJncoln branch of
the National Association for the ad
vancement of colored people. Sev
eral songs by the Negro composer,
Burleigh, were sung, and poems by
Paul Lawrence Dunbar were read. A
paper on the achievements of the
Negro in musical complications was
read. The singing of the national
Negro hymn composed by Rosmond
Johnson of New York closed the fol
lowing program:
“A Prayer,” composed and sung by
Miss Cleopatra Ross.
“Bye and Bye,” words by Will Reed
Dunroy, music by Burleigh; Mrs.
Pearl Chrisman.
Reading, “Curiosity” Paul Law
rence Dunbar; Mrs. Ed Smith.
“Who Knows,” words by Dunbar,
music by Burleigh; Mrs. Charles
Smith.
Duet, Clinton and Edna James.
Trombone solo, Mrs. Hickman.
Duet, “Lindy Lou,” Strickland;
Brewer Sisters, .
Autobiography of Wm. S. Braith
waite, J. Rector Thomas.
“The Achievements of the Negro in
Musical Composition," Millard Woods.
National Negro hymn, Rosmond
Johnson; Mr. and Mrs. Milton R.
Brown.
Trio, “Deep River,” Burleigh; Mrs.
A. C. Stanley, Mrs. John Johnson and
Mrs. J. Wilson.
The Relief Board of M. W. G. Lodge
A. F. & A. M. of Nebraska was held
here Sunday afternoon. Those pres
ent were G. M. R. H. Young, Wm.
Woods, Lincoln and J. H.Wakefield of
Omaha.
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