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Newspaper

Philadelphia Tribune

Location

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 13, 1914

Page

2

Death of Rev Creditt and Carnegie organ gift at First African Baptist

The First African Baptist Church reported the death of Rev. Dr. Creditt in the morning and Rev. Wieher preaching in the evening. The Holy Communion was served in the afternoon. Mr Chas H Brooks presented a 2250 dollar check from Mr Carnegie for a new organ and was asked to convey the thanks of the church. Services for next Sunday will follow the usual schedule with the pastor preaching.

Carnegie Charlee H. Brooke Dr. Creditt Wieher Chas. H. Brooks Brooks

Miller Memorial Spirit and Worship at Sunday Services

Rev. W. E. Jones urged composers to seek God's Spirit in song as the church heard sermons by Rev. Drum gold of Ambler and Rev. J. Wynn. Visitors included Revs. Patterson Randall and student Rev. Tis from Africa. Collection totaled $71.00. improvements in music and teaching noted.

W. E. Jones Nehemiah Drumgold Ambler Tis J. F. Wynn Mathias Dennis Henry Ross Bro Williams Miss Hawkins Clara V. Cook Pulpit Circle

Pinn Memorial Church Rally Yields $512.52 and Sermons

Last Sunday at Pinn Memorial Baptist Church the rally reports were completed and $512.52 was realized, surpassing the $500 goal. Dr. C C Scott preached on The Ransom Fee for Salvation, Rev J B Pratt baptized two candidates after Sunday school, and Rev Fickland gave an evening sermon. Ushers began duties and the Literary Society held a program. Deacons meet June 1.

Pinn Memorial Church Friends of the Avea C. C. Scott J. B. Pratt Merchantville N. J Deby Fickland Lynch- Va Ushers Association

Canaan Baptist Church Haines Hosts Sunday Services

Last Sunday at 1 30 Rev Russell preached an excellent sermon enjoyed by all. At 3 30 p m members and choir attended a service. Gardner's Church Philadelphia featured Rev Holcomb delivering a grand sermon with a storied preacher in the evening. Sunday school begins 9 30 in the morning on June 14 and runs until the first Sunday in September.

Walters Union A M E Zion Church Services and Details

Walters Union A M E Zion Church at the northwest corner of 17th and Poplar Streets conducts Sabbath services at 10:45 a m and 8 p m with a 2 30 p m Sunday school hour. Endeavor leader John C Redding, secretary L Butler, pastor at 1740 Ed street.

Walters Union A. M. E Zion

Grace Union A M E Church Opens After Renovations

Renovations completed at Grace Union A M E Church at 19th and Federal Streets include new paint decor furniture carpets and lights. The day featured sermons by Rev P A Boulden and speeches by W H Bass Edward Richardson Jr and others with memorial windows unveiled for David Young and Janette Ford. Total collection amounted to 69.94 dollars.

Grace Union A. M. E N. W. Corner 19Th Federal Sts Moses W. H. Bass Edward Richardson Woodstown N. J Mt. Olive P. A. Boulden D. D J. T. Upchurch W . Young Cornelius Thomas James Campbell Harry Lowther P. H. Edwards Robert H. Pierce John Damond H. Youn Damond David Young Matilda Emory Janette Ford Catherine Lewis Mary Byrd Boulden

First Baptist Mission Darby invites community Sabbath school and baby contest

First Baptist Mission Darby holds Sabbath school at 2 30 pm with plans for a strong start. A baby contest invites votes for a prize as particulars will be announced later. Pastor Pierce notes services and an upcoming sermon by Rev Dr Atkins and address by Chas Brooks with Lalia Williams as soloist.

Jas. Eham T. D. Atkins Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Chas. H. Brooks First African Baptist Church Philadelphia Lalia Williams Darby Walnut St Summitt William Childs, Jr Forrester Ave Robt. H. Pierce 16Th St Mary Childs

St Johns A M E Church Services Set for June Rally

Rev George W Broughton preached both services last Sunday at St Johns A M E Church Ludlow Street. On June 14 a morning and evening sermon by the pastor will precede a special to the wo by Rev B W White, gospel preacher for the rally. All are invited to worship.

St. James A. M. E. Mission Ludlow St 36Th St George W. Broughton B. W. White

Emanuel A. M. E. Church Hosts Busy Sunday Schedule

Emanuel A M E Church at 24th and York Sts reports large Sunday attendance. Sermon at 11 by Rev Norris, 2:30 Sunday school, 7 p m Allen C B L, 8 p m sermon by Rev Porter from Oxford. New member welcomed Dr Wilbert Posties and wife join, with extensive Usher activities and Children’s Day events noted.

Emanuel A. M. E 24Th York Sts EB. H. Norris John Whalen Martin Dunlap Abraham Anderson Geo. Coff Wilbert Posties Allen Pittsburgh Young Peoples Albert Fisher Olivia Douglas Edith Bond Mamie Hall James Lockennan Corrine Anderson Marion Price Amanda Young Lottie Hand Tamar Howard Laura Douglas Rachel Goodwin Sallie Smith Joseph Whittington Carrie Trusty Dora Hammond Julia Gould Margrette Brown Phoebe Anderson Katie Price W. H. Davis Levi Brown Moorestown N. J Hellen Battle J. L. H. Porter Norris G. N. Sorrell Allen C. E. L

Mansion of Glory and World Wonders Sermons at Allen A M E

At 10 45 Sunday service Rev Carpenter delivered The Mansion of Glory as part of a Mansions sermon series. He spoke of redemption through Jesus and the believer reflecting God's glory. Evening service at 7 45 featured The World's Seven Wonders with practical notes on church renovations and subscriptions. June 14 upcoming services listed with 10 45 and 7 45.

Mansion of Glory Carpenter Moses Jesus Bro J. Wesley Jones

Varick Temple Notes Spiritual Revival and Social Event

Sunday services at Varick Temple featured sermons by Dr. L. Carruthers on Revivals and Divine Association. Bishop Caldwell attended and appeals brought new members and prayer seekers. A Wednesday reception honored the pastor and a twelve day prayer series began Friday. Quarterly meeting set for the 14th with E. Curry delivering and Lord's Supper at 3:30 PM.

Zion L. Carruthers J.S. Caldwell Divine Association E. H. Curry D. D

Chapel guilds seek rest as new church nears completion

The text notes guilds taking a respite during summer to relieve tension and prepare for the autumn, as brick and nail bring the new church home closer to completion. It recalls a visit from Rev. Suthern and urges humble living to attract others to the communion.

Emmy Nature Mr. Suthern

Activities At Holsey C M E Church Weekend

Sunday services at 10 45 preached by Rev B J Westray from Isaiah 43 1 and 7 45 sermon from St Mark 1 1 with infant baptism and communion. 2 30 Sunday school by J Wallace with brief address by Rev Jones. Epworth League 6 45, reception for Rev C L Knox and wife Thursday despite bad weather with hearty attendance. Dunbar Literary Society met Feb 2 with debate on country boys vs city boys.

B. J. Westray Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church Floris J. Wallace Jones Morris Brown Church Epworth League W. H. Booker Dunbar Literary Society C. L. Knox

La Mott A M E Church Publishes June Events

The La Mott A M E Church at City Line and 15th St announces services led by Rev H D Brown with two sermons and communion last Sunday. Visits by Dr C M Tanner and Elder Davis noted. A June 18 collation and a June 17 quarterly conference are planned with reports due June 15. The Life of Moses sermon series starts June 14 at 8 pm.

Rev. Brown Tanner Davis Young Ladies Aid Society Moses

St Thomas P. E. Church Services and Sunday School

Services at Sapioe July 14 include pond Communion at 7 a.m and morning sermon at 11 a.m. Sunday School to follow. In absence of a minister Dr B Lowen read the lesson and the choir sang.

Sapioe Pond Communion Eermon

Minister Patterson Addresses Miler Memorial Church

Rev W R Patterson of Holy Trinity Baptist Church spoke to a large congregation at Miler Memorial Baptist Church at 21st and Jefferson Streets last Sunday morning. Patterson reported the church is in a prosperous condition with Rev W E B Jones serving as pastor.

W. R. Patterson Holy Trinity Baptist Church Miler Memorial Baptist Church 21St and Jefferson Sts W. EB. Jones

Elijah and the Widow of Zarepta Sermon at Divinity Chapel

The Rev J L Rowe preached a sermon on Elijah and the Widow of Zarepta at the Divinity School Chapel near 50th St and Woodland Ave. Holy Communion was celebrated with communicants from Elmwood. The Rev R Bright led evening services. A June 18 block party aids local work. Children’s Day events planned for June 14 at 1 a.m. Darby cars 11 and 12 stop at the door.

Divinity School 50Th St Woodland Ave J. L. Rowe Elijah Zarepla Elmwood R. Bright Markoe St Darby The Tribune

Dedication planned for new Shiloh Baptist building

Shiloh Baptist Church Ocean City N J prepares for dedication services next Sunday in the new building. Rev Harris preaches to large crowds with Rev E Pearsall Rev Brooks Rev R J Hill and others to speak at 11 3 and 8 pm. Madame Davis soloist and special music planned. All pastors and churches invited.

Shiloh Baptist Church Ocean City N. J Shiloh Harris E. Pearsall Whitesboro Madame Davis Philadelphia

Women’s National Undenominational Conference Opens

The first annual meeting of the Women’s National Undenominational Conference held at Varick A M E Zion Church at 19th and Catharine Streets. Rev. L. Carrothers presided as pastor. large delegation attended. sermons by Mother Hutchinson Mrs Reed and evangelist Lena Manson. President Mrs Winston praised as poised leader and the conference anticipates great things.

Varick A. M E Zion Catharine Sts L. Carrothers D. D Mother Hutchinson Reed Lena Manson Winston

Plan to Move Filipino Women to Work in Farms

In Manhattan Kansas on June 1 the War Department assigns H J Waters of Kansas State Agricultural College to study the Philippines. He is instructed to devise a plan to remove native women from fields and compel men to take over farm labor.

Manhattan Kan Phillippine Islands Sam Islands War Department H. J. Waters Kansas State Agricultural School

Tribune Office to Close Early Saturdays

Tribune announces Saturday closings at 1 p m during June July and August affecting all operations and mail processing. Local readers are advised of the seasonal schedule change and to plan visits accordingly.

Tribune

Grimes A. M. E. Church Welcomes New Pastor

Grimes A. M. E. Church in Phoenixville welcomes Rev Doree newly appointed pastor who moved from Mercerburg to the parsonage at 321 Morris St. after a supper reception. Services were well attended with communion and Sunday school banners, as local members and visitors gather.

Phoenixvile Grimes A. M. E. Church Rev Doree G. Doree Merserberg Phoenixville Penn R. R Iry Stewart Alfred Seater Florence Cannon Morristown Young Olin Matthews George Alex Nelson Philadelphia Elizabeth Brent Robert Henderson Chambersburg Miss Golden Amanda Foreman Mabel Dorce Nawma Dorce Nellie Dorce Emma Thomas Edith Brent Sara Brent Clinton Brent Thornton Johnson William Addinson Willis Foreman Fannie Foreman Lincoln Foreman

Media Men’s Day at Trinity Church Highlights Events

Large congregations attended Trinity Church Media for Men’s Day with speakers from Chester and Philadelphia. Rev. Ford and Rev. Palmer preached, Mrs. B Stewart led an evening sermon, and Communion will be administered next Sunday. A reception for Rev. Ryder and wife was planned for June 16.

Trinity Ryder Jennie Green Chester E. Rite P. O Mary*Laws Harriett Snowden Media High School Benjamin Foram Springfield Chester High School Hulett Struthers Swarthmore Colored Citizens Association of Media Trinity U. A. M. E J. R. Reed Campbell Church Reed Blanche Thompson Kate Harrison Wayman Philadelphia Wm. Nelson Joseph Kelson Arthur Rick Agnes Ruley Norah Boyer Louise Harold Frank Frisby Ernest Neikens Media Dickerson N. Olive St. Media Dr. Creditt H. T. Ryder Falls Church Thos, Batiops Neikens

Little Boy Preacher to Speak at St Paul June 14

In Media Pennsylvania on June 14 at 3 30 p m Rev H K Blunt known as the little boy preacher will preach at St Paul to be followed by the Junior Choir. Also on June 14 at 8 15 p m the pastor will preach on the subject School for the Road. Families from Philadelphia and Ardmore visited local residents this week and the Sunday school program continues to grow with Miss Laura LeRue praised for her work.

Media H. K. Blunt St. Paul Laura LeRue Arthur Curry Philadelphia BE. H Curry Hedgeman Ardmore G. W. Ridley

Freeman Dies in Neversink Mountain Tuberculosis

Charles Freeman aged 48 died at 9 45 P M in Neversink Mountain from tuberculosis. He was born in Chester town Chester County and came to Reading 16 years ago. Survived by mother Mrs Sarah E Nichols two brothers William G and Thomas A Nichols and a sister Cordelis Nichols. He was a Mason. Several local residents are noted as visitors or movers in the city.

Reading Charles Freeman Neversink Thos. Thomas Atlantic City McQuay Our City Pauline Jackson Philadelphia J. M. Jackson Rose St Irene Milburn Gordon St Harrisburg Wm. Yancy Chestnut St 7Th St Lizzie Lively Norristown Lottie Nicholas Blanche Norman Mary Steth A. W. Patterson Mayme Williams

Dr. Frederick the Painless Dentist Ad

An advertisement touts Dr. Frederick at the corner of 20th and Christian Staggie offering best dental work at low prices. It promotes 22k gold fused crowns and painless service with quick traction and good treatment.

Frederick the NB Cor 20Th & Christian Staggie

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