Sheriffs to Visit Negro Lodges
Macon Ga May 14 There is a movement to pass a law allowing sheriffs or deputies access to secret Negro lodge halls described as hotbeds of anarchy and Bolshevism with alleged plots against whites stated by W J Wingate a white resident in the community
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Macon
W. J. Wingate
Moutrie
Dan Mack
Sylvester
Associated Negro Press
Washington, D. C
Washington
Navy
Daniels
Europe
Robert Gaines
Gaines
Messenger
Cublegram
Dramatic Damon and Pythias staged in Kansas Cities
The Knights of Pythias Lodge presented Damon and Pythias in two Kansas City performances. Madam Osborne received praise as teacher and organizer. Cast members led by H Nick Carter and Theodore Drury delivered strong acting, with Ms Sue Cotton and others delivering standout performances, while the crowd praised the production as clean and well staged. Authorities report a mob removal of Dan Mack from Sylvester jail amid lynch fears.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas Cities
Knights of Pythias
Damon and Pythias
Madame Osborne
H. Nick Carter
Damon
Theodore Drury
Pythias
W. D. Foster
Calantho
Sue Cotton
Hermion
Willa Maniece
W. C. Kitchen
A. C. Gates
Vernon
W. W. Watkins
Cave
Joe Thompson
Baby Herndon
K. of P. League
Caruso Visits Morris Brown College in Atlanta
Enrico Caruso and Mrs. Caruso visited Morris Brown College in Atlanta on May 17 and listened to folk song singing. After several selections, a request to sing was granted and he performed multiple numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caruso
Associated Negro Press
Atlanta
Enrico Caruso
Morris Brown College
Sun Reports Exclusive AP News Service for Kansas City
The Sun announces exclusive access to Associated Negro Press service, claiming it is the only Negro newspaper in the West handling this service. Readers are urged to follow Kansas City Sun for the latest on what Negro publics are doing worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Sun
Kansas City
Associated Negro Press
West
Africa land of promise promises freedom for Alabama families
An ally tongue member of the Race in Birmingham preaches a new nation in Africa with a Negro king. He claims bread grows on trees and honey flows from springs. About twenty families are said to have moved possessions and plan to go to the “land of promise.”
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Amuller
Africa
School Programs And Graduation Events Scheduled
On Friday afternoon at 2:26 and Sunday afternoon 3 90, class ly exercises and baccalaureate services will be held in the school auditorium with Rev H J Giffen delivering the sermon at the Christian Church. Monday May 3 The Hermit of Hawaii comic opera will be presented by 400 children in the grades. Tuesday features graduation exercises with nine Midi School graduates and thirty three from the grades. President Clement Richardson of Lincoln Institute will give the commencement address. EB Jones principal.
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H. J. Giffen
Christian Church
Hawaii
Midi
Clement Richardson
Lincoln Institute
EB. Jones
Princpal
Indictment Sent Over Strychnine Sale in Cocaine Case
Houston May 14 grand jury indicted Lawrence a drug store porter on murder charges in the death of Marty Matthews. He allegedly sold whole strychnine tablets to the girl who took them and died. Mrs Pearl Hogwood visiting Topeka mother Mrs Paul Jones and sister Mrs Pauline Diwis returned home Monday evening.
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Houston
Tex
Jory Han
Lawrence
Murer
Marty Matthews
Pearl Hogwood
Paul Jones
Topeka
Pauline Diwis
Moday
Tivett Plans Quick Return From Excelsior Springs
Mr. T. T. Tivett, staying at Excelsior Springs, Missouri, reports feeling remarkably well and expects to return home in a few days.
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T. T. Tivett
Excelsior Springs
In sad memory of Polly Nolan departed May 25 1918
In loving memory of Polly Nolan who died Saturday May 25 1918. Daughter Alice Sullivan and son in law George Sullivan recall her with silence and tears. Rest on dear mother, sadly missed by family in grief.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Polly Nolan
Alice Sullivan
Geo, Sullivan
Sacred Duty of Negro Men Versus Public Insults
Mrs J R William cites The Chicago Defender article on a Newport Arkansas murder where a Black man was killed protecting a Negro woman from insult. She argues Black men must prove courage in danger to defend womanhood, warning cowards invite humiliation and violence. continuation promised next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. R. William
Chicago Defender
Kansas City
Newport
Ark
Planders’ Field
the Argonne
Sheedy
Miss Willa M Glenn Weds Clifton Peebles in Quiet City Ceremony
Miss Willa May Glenn, longtime business manager of the Sun, wed Dr. Clifton Lloyd Peebles of Columbus Kentucky in a private parsonage ceremony joined by two intimate friends. The editor notes Glenn’s rise in Negro newspaperdom and her future as business manager of the Sun. Nelson C. Crews, Editor.
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Misse
Willa May Glenn
The
Sun
Clifton Lloyd Peebles
Columbus
Mises Glenn
Averaian
Aliet Chipel
Allen
Wr. H. Thomas
Dr. Peebles
Colored City Hospital
Han
12Th
Woodland Ave
West
Mins Glenn
Ciléon
Kos
Western University
Kansas City Sun
Pitecy
Sam Colman
Atteist Na Hualnese
Atall
Poobles
Nelson C. Crews
Edinor
Dawley on League of Nations tensions postwar Europe
Professor William M. Dawley argues that despite six months of Peace Conference efforts many issues remain unresolved. He cites German reparation, Middle East assets, and Balkan instability as indicators of future conflicts. He says the League of Nations can advise and direct only if backed by Britain, the United States, and France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
United States
Dr Bundy Talks and Justice for Women Rights
A fragmentary report from Chicago reveals Dr. Laroy S. Hunily sentenced for arson tied to inciting riot in St Louis. The text praises efforts for a fair trial and justice for women, noting plans to continue advocacy and reform as momentum builds in the wake of the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laroy S. Hunily
Jim
Guardian Faces Suspension Sparks Local Reactions
The Boston Guardian’s suspension amid editorial turmoil sparked strong reactions in the region. Residents, including readers and supporters, hope the paper resumes publication soon as debates over its coverage and leadership continue.
Campaign Fund Seeks New Push To Reach Goal
The Campaign Fund is short 1005.94 of 5000 with days left in the month. Teams will canvass for 200 daily, each captain portioning 450 overdue pledges. The Y W C A campaign must not fail as Blue Triangle League aims to finish over the top. Vespers Sunday at YM A, Girls officers Lovett and Martin lead with High School and Junior Girls assisting. all friends urged to attend.
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Yo W.C. A
Blue Triangle League
YM. A
Girls Work
Mise Lovett
Misa Martin
Sumner High School Commencement Held in Kansas City
Sumner High School Kansas City Kansas will hold commencement exercises at the high school located at Ninth and Minnesota Avenue on Friday evening May 20 at 8 PM Principal Frank Nome of Sumner High School St Louis Missouri will deliver the commencement address.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumner High School
Kansas City
Kan
Ninth and
Minnhesota Avenue
Pranki
St. Louis
Kansas
Western University
D. A. Holmes
Basket Ball Relay and Calisthenics Events
The listing notes events including Basket Ball Relay, Display Girls' Art Work, Dumb Bells, Wand Exercises, Cage Ball, Indian Clubs, Calisthenics, Indian Club Relay for 200 Boys versus 200 Girls, plus Folk and Aesthetic Dances.
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Madam Osborne
Supreme Grand Lodge
I. Drew
G. A. Page
A. W. Lloyd
Academy Hall
14Th
Michigan
J. B. Beckham Fraternal Union
J A Knox
John Yates
K. of P
Sissy Ae
W. C. Hueston
Brotherhood
Sisterhood
Porwr
T. Rok
Don Rife
H. Thompson
G. C
Kas
T. A. Jones Vy
P. Maynard
Negro News Service
Birmingham
Ala
Columbia, Missouri
Frederick Douglas
Columbia, Mo
Associated Negro
Brown Features
Willa M. Glenn
League OF Nations
Wm. MW. Dawley
Germany
Iran
Adatris Tas
Italy
Austria
Balkans
Dr. Bundy
Guardian
Steton
Boston Guardian
Holey
Vv. Wlca
Missouri
Ac. A
Lincoln High School
Convention Hall
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