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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1919
Page
2
The Union announces its aim to foster loyalty and pride among readers, urging unity in spiritual, material, mental, moral, and political growth. Subscription costs are listed for one year six months and one month with a dime copy price.
A fragment quotes Seneca on reciprocity with a focus on animals, invoking otters as a parallel. The line presents a moral axiom about treating others as you wish to be treated, framed as a paraphrase of the Golden Rule.
A short reader solicitation urges subscribing to THE UNION by mail for just 10 cents per month. It requests readers to send their name and address to begin a subscription.
The Welfare Association for the Colored Race of Cincinnati led by William Ware criticizes Dr. W H Peters Health Officer and local leaders Miss Jennie Porter J H Robinson and Prof F M Russell. They urge a centralized health center for the downtown colored population and oppose segregation as well as separate schools. They argue citizenship rights should align with white laws.
City health official in Cincinnati acknowledges August 14 inquiry from William Ware, president of the Welfare Association for the Colored Race, promising very thorough consideration and signed by Dr. Wm H Peters, Health Officer, on August 19 1919.
Letter from Pikeville Kentucky dated August 13 1919 to W P Dabney editor of The Union Cincinnati Ohio praising the paper say I am boosting The Union everywhere I go and have read it four or five years among the many readers.
A reader, REV. ED. HAYES, D D, writes that The Union keeps him informed and values editors who defend the race. He sends $1 and asks that a subscription be sent to his friend John Lewis, hoping to extend readership and enroll more subscribers among colored men and women.
Robt Talbot argues a peace action against a Park Street Church worker is unjust. He condemns a well known couple for attempting to disgrace the woman, detailing alleged misconduct and urging Christians to watch themselves as he asserts divine protection.
Washington reports say Russian Soviet interests may fund a propaganda drive to inflame race tensions in the United States. Justice Department officials say Byrnes has raised solid charges of organized propaganda. Investigations trace activity to I W W and Soviet influence linked to recent Washington and Chicago riots. A quoted public remark defends Black self defense amid violence.
A missive dated August 11 191 percent describes a motor trip through twelve states and notes the northern Maine area near Penobecot Bay as a deal spot. The sender addresses Mr Dabney and invites further dialogue.
A speaker urges continued Union support against segregation, praising nonwhite access to friendly dining and spaces in Cincinnati. He calls for unity, paying for Union publications, and praises allies who defend the race, concluding with a hopeful note for longevity and prosperity.
Gen Joseph L. Jones was defeated by Tiddvington of Indiana at the Knights of Pythias Supreme Lodge and Supreme Court session in Atlantic City last week. The Cincinnati friends express shock yet sympathy as Jones, long a prominent figure, sees a reversal of fortune.
Colonel W. E. King, editor and founder of the Dallas Express, a leading race publication in the Southwest, was shot and killed on Wednesday afternoon. The shooter, Hattie C. Burleson, his former secretary, surrendered immediately after the incident.
A letter to the Enquirer by H. W. Rutherford criticizes the Immoral Red Stockings of ’69 and calls for reevaluating past idols while noting a August 31 all day International Bible Students meeting at Odd Fellows Temple with a 2 p.m. public session that features no collection.
The Friendship Home at 641 West Fourth Street seeks donations of sheets for single beds. The home serves young women and girls and offers weekly privileges for one dollar. Visitors welcome. contact Supt Mrs H A Foreman at West 1885 Y.
Miss Carrie A. Pullen sister of Mrs. Phillips 751 West 7th Street has returned to her duties at City High School in Pulaski Tennessee. She was accompanied by her niece Alberta.
Mr. Elmer Johnson joins the Ordinance Department in Chicago. Lela King of this city wed Chas Johnson in Detroit on Thursday August 14. Supt. W. J. Decatur of the Industrial School tours Pike's Peak. Mr. and Mrs. Monroe remain in Nashville with their daughter Mrs. W. C. Stovall. Mrs. George Lonas returns from Washington. The Rosebud Embroidery Club meets at Mrs. Richmond’s Baymiller Street home. Mrs. Eddie Henderson returns from Carlisle Kentucky trip. A rally at First Baptist Cumminsville raises 204. Rev. Blue active with churches during absence. Otto P. Grier spoke at the Y under Laborers' Progressive Society. Abba toir Club held its weekly meeting Tuesday. In Memory of Our Dear Mother, Mrs. Dick A. Cartwright, died August 29, 1912, a poem by her children. She is sadly missed.
The ladies of the Hilarity Club will be hosted by Mrs. Marion Blake at 611 West Fourth Street on Friday night August 29. Officers to be installed include President Mrs. Carl Robinson and Secretary Eva Smith. New members to be introduced are Mrs. Mollie Williams Mrs. Blanche Terrell Mary Drake Willie Potts and mascot Alberta L Bradshaw. Miss Ida Benton becomes a member Friday.
A brief public notice urges prompt payment, stating the sender will not be offended. The message emphasizes debt settlement and timely remittance to avoid further action. It references an unspecified collector and conveys a blunt, confrontational tone.
Mrs L Williams returns from Columbus Ohio. Melvin Johnson visits Milford Ohio. Rev J E Hagins assigned to Bethel Church. Malinda Smith returns from New Richmond Ohio. Maggie Shanks improving slowly. Solon Poston visiting relatives from Seattle. Class C held a successful social. Mrs A B Warner hosts reception for Miss Sophia Fennel of Urbana. Zion communion was very interesting. Valley Forge's Elmwood play Thursday drew a large audience.
Mr Ed Blanton is reported to be better as Mr and Mrs Henderson entertain her sister visiting from Cleveland.
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