28 Mar 1914
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Newspaper
Philadelphia Tribune
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1914
Page
1
Atlantic City March 24 The Tribune reports Fitzgeralds Famous Cafe will open under Mr B F Fitzgeralds personal supervision on the 5th of April ahead of Easter visitors. The cafe emphasizes spotless service and ready menu items and aims to welcome patrons to a refined dining experience.
Miss Mary Fitzhugh a blind soprano gave a memorable concert at Musical Hall on March 20 with pianist Mrs Jackson and two supporting artists Mrs Olds and Miss Benson. The performance benefited the Young Women's Christian Association and featured songs by Myerbeer Chaminade and Mendelssohn with humorous elocution interludes.
Blind soprano Mary Fitsbugh delivered a captivating performance drawing a large crowd and enthusiastic reactions in the city. Her acclaimed versatility and tone drew comparisons to notable figures and highlighted a rising artistic talent within the local scene.
The Williams Jubilee Singers of Chicago, eight members, toured Philadelphia en route to New York after a Baltimore engagement with the NAACP. Founded by Charles Williams, they boast a wide repertoire from Negro melodies to Grand Opera and claim growing audience appreciation across the U S and Canada.
Washington March 25 the senate judiciary committee ordered a favorable report on the reappointment of Robert H Terrell as municipal court judge for the district The nomination by President Wilson and Attorney General McReynolds was expected to be confirmed by the senate despite earlier opposition from subcommittee members and threats from Senator Vardaman The move pleased northern Democrats and border state Democrats where the colored vote is strong
The Colored Employees Relief Fund at Union League Club held its first annual concert and reception at Musical Fund Hall with a full house. Ex-Congressman George H. White hosted. William Tilden praised the organizers and signaled a permanent, beneficial future. The program featured Anderson’s orchestra and soloists including Mrs. Alva Draine Olds and Miss Emelyne Jollett Tindley. Organizers and officers were listed, noting founder Onnie Carter and a large turnout of about 2,000 attendees. Plans already surfaced for a second annual event at the Academy of Music.
Abolition of betting on horse racing in Maryland and likely anti race track legislation faced a setback as the Hall anti betting measure was recommitted to the Judiciary Committee. Delegate Hall opposed the motion, warning the bill may not return before adjournment as the rule binds it to stay in committee. The recommit vote stood 70 to 24.
Three homes at 2214 2234 and 2240 Turner St present seven rooms and a bath with heat in all rooms. Porcelain bathroom fixtures tub setup and fresh papering and paint throughout. Rent 20 dollars monthly. Keys at 2236 Turner St.
On and after April 1 1914 the Roadside proprietor F Butts of Broad St Station will be the chef cook. Patrons look forward to better service and improved dining room management.
Charley Hopson has died, according to a notice from the local office. The report conveys a somber tone and confirms the death with minimal details available in the fragment.
From a Shelby County Tennessee farm owned by John an ex slave a case reaches the U S Supreme Court. It questions whether ex slaves are entitled to inherit from their brothers and sisters who were also ex slaves. The Tennessee court ruled ex slaves had no inheritable blood. The plaintiff Will Jones asks for reversal arguing civil rights and risk of discrimination if allowed to stand.
Under the Y M C A Boys Division Prof Morris principal of Merchant Street School organized a colored working boys club in the schoolhouse. Twenty eight boys enrolled with Bible study spelling contests debates calisthenics and social games. A base ball team and first aid class are planned.
Washington March 25 Representative Ainey Republican candidate for Pennsylvania Senate denounced President Wilson and Villa in a House speech. He criticized US Mexican policy as misguided and warned that supporting Carranza without Villa would fail. He warned of dire consequences if Huerta allies with Japan or Germany involvement escalates.
A noted Washington educator is expected to take charge shortly as a new era is promised. The report highlights anticipated reforms and a shift in direction under the incoming administrator.
D Freddie MacDonald of the School Board urged a colored principal for Indiana Avenue School and vocational training for colored students. Dr Wilson B Evans, longtime head of Armstrong Technical High and Trade School, met with the board as the proposed ideal candidate, praising trained colored professionals for both shop and household roles.
Washington March 26 A full reorganization of postal service in Philadelphia along with three major equipment upgrades is urged by a special commission. A new western city postal building is planned plus expansion of Penn Square Station and the adoption of automobile mail conveyors to streamline distribution and collection.
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