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Newspaper
Philadelphia Tribune
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1920
Page
2
Among the Churches First African Baptist Church the Sunday service drew large attendance as Dr Wm Harrod preached in a forceful manner. Three converts were recorded and many sought church fellowship during the conclusion. Sabbath events include 2 30 start with Supt M Johnson and a Holy Communion to follow with many receiving fellowship.
Memorial Baptist Chapel reports regular worship last Sabbath with Rev H Pierce delivering morning and evening sermons. Sabbath school at 2 30 pm, Class No 2 won the banner. Next Sunday service at 11 am and 8 pm, ushers urged, Brother Wood to visit on the third Sunday of the month.
The Pinn Memorial Baptist Church schedules for Sunday June 6 1920 include 10 45 a m service by Dr William A Creditt 2 30 p m Sunday school 7 p m B P A 745 p m sermon by Pastor with communion. Sunday afternoon a delivery by Dr Co Beott and Bethel Church members attended in large numbers.
Holy Trinity Baptist Church held morning service with Dr. Graham preaching on Jesus Coming in the Clouds of His Glory and an evening message by Rev. Burman of Norfolk on The Names of Jesus. A Monday reception honored World War soldiers with a flag and pastor portrait by a French painter.
The text notes sermons at New Mt. Mollah Baptist Church on 19th and Addison St. Pastor P. P. Samuel spoke on a subject from the previous issue while Rev. D. W. Johnson of Anti och Baptist Church delivered a fiery sermon. Attendance was good and offerings praised.
After a three week absence Dr Hannum returned to preach at Wesley A. M. E. Church. The morning sermon from John 1 4 emphasized life as light for men. Six new members joined the church at the close. An afternoon Sabbath school drew a large crowd and the evening address highlighted Memorial Day. Choir and ushers welcomed all attendees.
Rev Beckett preached at the morning service on Life uncertainty with Psalms 90 16. Rev Tillman from New Jersey Conference led the evening service with Christ Our Anchor and Hebrew text. Sunday school seeks funds to clear piano debt and Mrs Bains urges help. Alien C E adds a new secretary and aims for regular visits. The Men’s Bible Class seeks volunteers for a rally and next meeting.
Rev Charles Freeman preached on memorial day from Exodus 12 14 praising heroes from Crispus Attucks to World War III and reflecting on departed members. Sunday school drew a large crowd. Children’s Day events planned for June 13. Farewell sermon for Rev E A Mitchell to New York. Mail board: Oral Assembly commissioners Dockery and Shaw attended. Next Sunday 11 am service by Rev Ellison, 2:30 pm Sunday school, 8 pm monthly choir concert. public invited.
The Memorial Day sermon by Rev. Wm. Lloyd Imes reviewed work of the General Assembly and Christian reconstruction. The choir sang Kipling and music marked by sacred offerings. Plans for Children’s Day were announced, with services by Our King’s Daughters and Christian Endeavor. Next Sunday’s theme is The Christian Family with children’s six minute sermons each Sunday in June.
The church marks its anniversary with multiple services on June 6 including 6 am Holy Communion 8 am Junior Communicants 11 am morning prayer Litany and a sermon by Rev E C Young 2:30 pm school address by Rev Dr Tomkins 1 39 pm instrumental service 8 pm evensong and sermon by Rev George H Troop A reception for choir members is planned for June 11.
Morris Brown A. M. E. Church on Ridge Avenue below 25th reports a Sunday program with Joseph Gaines preaching at 10 45 a m and 8 p m farewell sermon by Rev P P Gaines. The day school session at 2 30 p m featured a Children’s Day music rehearsal. A leap year reception Friday night earned praise for Mrs M E Robinson and helpers.
The Rev. F A Garrett presides at St Thomas P E Church below Walnut. Holy Communion at 7 a m. Holy Communion on sermon at 11 a m. Sunday at 1 pm. All are welcome.
Wildwood notes report services at Asbury AME Church with Rev Maj or Ailen and a sermon at 11, plus a rally by the May 27-28 Mock Conference season. Decoration Day visits feature numerous locals from Pennsgrove Philadelphia and Camden. Mrs. Parker gifts to church praised. visitors include Mrs. Alice Bailey and Rev. John Johnson from Pennsgrove.
Moorestown New Jersey reports May Queen contests at Bethel A M E and Beverly churches. Katie Donlope and Mrs Kathe Bowns shared crown honors with other top honorees. Reverend Morrishaw preached with his choir. Olivia Harris played organ for the Sunday evening service. Nearby residents visited Mt Peace Cemetery as family groups attended services.
Philips Brodks Memorial Chapel at 1926 Lombard Street lists Rev EB Young A M Minister. Sunday services include 8 a m Holy Communion and 11 a m Holy Communion Morning prayer and sermon. Sunday School and Bible 4 20 P M. Sneed alert
Mrs Edwards of Philadelphia visits Beverly with Mr and Mrs Frank Anderson Miss Mary Prout and Mr Harry Prout. Wardell Shockley cuts hand. Charlies Williams of Church Street becomes a Tripane subscriber. Mrs Mary Dunlope and Mrs James Eldredge take short trips to Mt Laurel and Philadelphia. Mr and Mrs Brockenberger spend Sunday in Philadelphia.
Camden New Jersey July 2 officers and friends held a reception for their pastor Rev H W Sumittings and family. A good program was given with many members present. A Sunday School room was prepared and refreshments served after the program. News of Camden should be given to Rev C H Har at 205 Chestnut Street not later than Sunday.
June 3. Rev Ba of North Carolina spent a week with Mr and Mrs James. Bleand from Philadelphia was guest of Mr and Mrs Miles Harrison. Mrs Baward A Wall and son and Miss Rachel Walls spent the day in Philadelphia. Rev Frank Miller of Kentucky is this mother Mrs Sarah J. Jr. James C. Flanders visits Mr and Mrs J Carter from Philadelphia. Mrs Rachel Able and Mrs Jennie Brook from Philadelphia were weekend guests of Mrs Lucy Wells. Mrs James Draper ran a nail in her foot. Mr Edward Draper of Philadelphia spending a few weeks with his brother and sisters.
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