Independent St Thomas Parish Defies Bishop Over Rector Choice
Archdeacon W George Avant was invited to St Thomas P E Church by the vestry last October. Rumors claim Bishop Rhinelander seeks control over church appointments, but St Thomas, an old independent colored church, retains the right to select a rector in good standing. The vestry defends its charter and vows not to surrender autonomy.
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W. George Avant
St. Thomas P. E
Rhinelander
St. Thomas
Ing
Avant
Vestry
Woman Files Breach of Promise Suit Against Constable
Clara Rose sues Bailey for $10,000 alleging breach of promise after he accused her of using voodoo rites to win his affection. She contends he left her home but claims the charms followed him and his wardrobe was taken. Trial set for May term of the Circuit Court.
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Atlantic City
Clara Rose
Bailey
Egg Harbor City Makes Citywide Improvements
Egg Harbor City New Jersey March 12 updates show street and sidewalk work funded by a $25,000 bond from Bozarth Corporation. Local lumber merchant Snap Mueller son of Mayor Mueller signs with Brooklyn Federals at $500 monthly. Contracts for a modern cottage at $1137 due May 15 and deeds involving Gibson Bozarth Corporation.
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Egg Harbor City
N. J
Snap Mueller
Mueller
Brooklyn Federal League
William F. Johnson
Coatesville
Gibson Corporation
Egg Harbor
Bozarth Corporation
Smith
Gibson Bozarth Corporation
Man Recovers $25 000 in Suit for Broken Back
Richard R. Thorne, a colored worker, was awarded $25 000 against Johnson Adams and Greason, a real estate firm, after an elevator shaft accident at 10 14 East Twelfth Street. Thorne, paralyzed, was told of the verdict by attorney Don R. Almy as he lay in St. Vincent's Hospital. The case came under New Employers Liability law. Thorne alleged the building’s supervisor failed to ensure the elevator did not run to the basement.
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New York
Richard R. Thorne
St. Vincent’s Hospital
Don R. Almy
Justice Philbin
Supreme Court
Johnson, Adams & Greason
Broadway
Thorne
East Twelfth Street
Crestmont Socials and Visits Highlight Community
Mrs Bone and daughter in law visited relatives, Joselarke of Proupéet Ave hosted Joseph iat night, Mr and Mrs Charles Robinson entertained friends at their home on it Ave. Kirkley family and Jer and Smith attended, games and music followed. Noah Kirkley hosted Charles Robinson and neighbors Mr and Mrs Thomas Booker for Sunday evening social.
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Crestmont
Berwyn returnees recount pleasant southern trip
Jennie Showell Arieta King Maggie Ricks and Viola Jackson with Mr and Mrs A L Baylis report a delightful journey south. They describe enjoyable experiences and cheerful memories from the travels.
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Jennie Showell
Arieta King
Maggie Ricks
Viola Jackson
Mrs
A. L. Baylis
Vepem
Senator Penrose enters race for re election
Senator Penrose announces re election bid for U S Senate aligning with a new state wide primary law. He criticizes Democratic leaders in Washington and warns party bosses may withhold support if rival Ryan secures the nomination. He vows a free Republican primary and pledges to serve Pennsylvania with single minded devotion.
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Penrose
United States Senate
Republican Party
Ryan
Washington Party
Ponfone
Hig
Cannon
Washington
Pennsylvania
Democratic Party
New York
Senate
Censor Representatives
Senate of
United States
New York Firemen Battle Blaze on West 134th Street
About 100 colored families were made homeless and several persons injured as a fire destroyed four tenement houses on West 134th Street today and spread to five more buildings. Firemen fought the blaze on street cars and controlled the flames after numerous blocks were involved.
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New York
West 134Th Street
Distinguished men and women honor Dr. Avant with tribute
In New Bern North Carolina a ceremony celebrated fifteen years of Dr W G Avant service as archdeacon of the Eastern Diocese. Clergy and civic leaders praised his work at St Cyprian s Church and across the community in a gathering marked by speeches and a tribute from Northwestern Industrial Academy.
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Newhbern
N. C
W. G. Avant
Protestant Episcopal Church
St. Cyprian
P. E
H. W. Fisher
J. T. Gaski
Clinton Chapel
H. C. Mile
The
Presbyterian Church
D. Hazel
St. Peters Church
DeBerry
Rue Chapel
H. 8. Moore
Avant
Vice squad accused of calling women chicken on street
Benjamin M. Golder, tied to Attorney General John C. Bell, complains vice squad members insult women by calling them chicken. He seeks regulation to stop such conduct as Carrie West, a probationer, is sentenced to three months for disorderly conduct after an incident near Vine Street.
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Vice Squad
Benjamin M. Golder
John C. Bell
Central Station
Bell
Salvation
Carrie West
Clarion St
Vine
Golder
House of Correction
Renshaw
Moore
Eshicken
Nursemaid in Germantown Rampage Sparks Police Action
Josephine Cooper a colored nurse maid at 6810 Quincy St Germantown attacked Miss Eugenia Smith and Llewellyn Jones with a rolling pin and hat pin after being told to leave. Magistrate Pennock set bail at 600 dollars on a charge of assault with intent to kill. neighbors and Mrs Cregar testified to prior issues and a past kidnapping claim.
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Josephine Cooper
Edward M. Cregar
Quincy St. Germantown
Eugenia Smith
Josephine
Monard
Miss Smith
Temperance program showcases youth group in Camden church
The Young People's Literary of Ferry Avenue M E Church in Camden presented a temperance program on March 8 1914. Recitations highlighted harm of alcohol and urged community support. The evening featured singing recitations and a piano solo by Miss E Viola Brown with audience participation encouraged from all ages.
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Camden
N. J
Ferry Ave. M. E. Church
E. Viola Brown
Pherson
Alice Clinton
Germantown Social Notes Highlight Local Happenings
Germantown March 9 column notes social events and community figures. Sledding parties on Waincoln Drive. Herbert Coverdale and Archie Williams praised for outfits. Bethel Lyceum and Zion Literary aid youth. Mr. and Mrs. Reed return from South Jersey. Mrs. Reed formerly Mrs. Mary Coverdale. Local deaths: John Cadell of 5348 Alfred St. Health list includes Mrs. Malson Ella Morris Mabell Peterson Ivy Parker and Wm Wilson. Grand Pinochle tourney and a surprise party for Miss Youtha Thurman with touring-car escorts.
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Germantown
Germantowner’s
Philadelphia Tribune
Bob
Waincoln
Herbert Coverdale
Archie Williams
Bethel Lyceum
Mr. Zion Literary
Wm. G. Reed
South Jersey
Covington
Reed
Mary Coverdale
Herbert Thompson
Pitman
N. J
Thos
Blue
Mechanic St
Wm. H. Malson
Ella Morris
Mabel Peterson
Ivy
Parker
Wm. H. Wilson
Mater
Hilton Cloth
Board of Free Meeting House
Wilson
John Cadell
Alfred St
Wilkes Malson
E. Rittenhouse St
I. P.m
Hampton Va
Miss Thurman
Mabelle Gouer
Magmie Farmer
Martha W. Elizabeth Sellars
Bere Novell
Messrs
Richard Smith
Fred Simms
Clarente Smith
Daniel Yancy
John Harris
Taylor
J. Byera
Prominent Woman Nancy La Motte Dies in City
Mrs. Nancy La Motte of Brooklyn died suddenly at her daughter Mrs. Washington’s home after six days of double paralysis. She was 78, a long time Concord Baptist Church member, and will receive private rites at her daughter’s home before New York services Sunday. She came to help during her son in law Mr. Washington’s illness.
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Nancy la Motte
Brooklyn
N. Y
Harry Washington
Concord Baptist Church
la Motte
William T
Death of an Estimable Woman in Bridgeton
Mrs. Sarah R. Steward died Sunday after two years of ill health in Bridgeton New Jersey she was 74. Wife of veteran newspaper man and author William Steward she leaves several grown children and other family members.
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Bridgeton
N. J
Sarah R. Steward
Lawyer Justin Carter of Besides Will Pay 30 Percent
A garbled note mentions attorney Justin Carter of Besides promising a 30 percent payment. Details and context are unclear due to damaged text.
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Justin Carter
Besides
Dr Charles A Lewis speaks at Gay Street School
Dr Charles A Lewis of Philadelphia addressed a crowded Gay Street School in West Chester on February 27 as the first colored speaker for the Home and School League. His talk on housing conditions impressed attendees and drew praise for his scholarly delivery.
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Gay Street
West Chester
Home and School League
Charles A. Lewis
Philadelphia
J G. Gladman
The
League
Lewis
Johnson
Burl
John G. Gladman
Temperance Day and Night Sermons in North Philadelphia
A North Philadelphia church reports Temperance Day with sermons by Dr Handy and Rev D Hargis from Mt Joy M E Church. An afternoon sacred concert featured Mae Evans soloist. evening events included a WW M B Auxiliary service, a Boy Scouts vs girls drill, and a Japanese Carnival with a Sunday school concert planned for March 16.
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Handy
St. Matthews
Yo. Yk. Bon
Br. Handy
Gaylord
Orengeire
Mae Evens
Queen Hather Circle
Christ
A. E. Thompson
D. Hargis
Theodore Manlove
Zoar
Sera
Delaware
Hepo
Philadelphia
Tour School
4Th and Brown Sts
Han
St. Luke
Brinkley
James Holtis
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Man
Crestmont News
Berwyn
Democrats
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Moose
People’s Candidate
Stars Rescuer
TOC
Camden Briefs
DR. Lewis
Gay Street School
Charles A. Lewie
North Philadelphia
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