05 Feb 1921
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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1921
Page
1
The column lists warrants for Mason lodges: Corinthian Lodge No 1 warranted January 16 1848, American Lodge No 2 warranted March 18 1848, St John s Lodge No 3 warranted May 20 1849.
The banquet and meeting praised the committee for its excellent duty. Speakers responding to toasts included Howard T. Greer and William Copeland, with Rev. F. C. Locust among later toasts. A ring presentation by John H. Johnson highlighted a list of candidates for Scottish Rite Oldss 1921 and numerous members named across degrees and classes.
The piece argues that fears of a Negro majority seizing power in Cuba are unfounded and misleading. It states that Blacks are less than a third of the population in any province and lack majority control, noting no real threat from Negro dominance but warning of potential mischief by shifting politicians stirring racial factions. The article emphasizes tolerance and limited danger from disruptive political rhetoric rather than actual equality issues.
Capt Mullen a famed Eighth leader died Wednesday in a self-made man who was easy of approach and cordial in manner. He left a multitude of friends whose hearts are heavy, as his final utterance recalled his belief he was bound for heaven.
German Woman Writes corroborates official denials of French charges about abuses by French colored troops in occupied Rhine territory. Lilli Jan nasch cites Die Frau in Staat and Die Friedens Warte, noting contrasting claims and localized incidents, recounting perceived German attitudes and statements.
A stark caution on racial prejudice notes that Africans are slandered and that violence appears in white male conduct. It argues that white men throw bricks at black men yet show more restraint toward black women, suggesting a disturbing underlying motive.
Louisville State University received 10000 from the estate of the late Dr J B Anderson of Somerset. The university sued for 30000, seeking the promised donation promised in an endowment drive. The physician pledged to contribute three dollars for every one the university collected, a promise he died before fulfilling. The Pulaski County Circuit Court awarded the amount to the institution.
A fragment describes a so called Indian doctor in Kentucky who treated mostly white patients with white nurses and support staff. It notes a Blackfoot affiliation doubt, mocks name phrases, and claims the Indian doctor beat a Negro doctor forty four times in a cruel sequence.
The Pittsburg Courier urges factual testimony before the Congress committee on southern representation, criticizing some NAACP witnesses for relying on hearsay and presenting only selective facts. The piece notes Pickens and his school question tactics from last year and questions the credibility of certain witnesses’ testimony.
A letter argues that all races contain good and bad people while critiquing media emphasis on crimes by specific groups. It stresses consistency in reporting without generalizing about any race and urges balanced coverage.
The document recalls southern committee members hoping witnesses would claim registration and elections practices harmed voters more than statutes. Dean Pickens recounted a judge and board members with elusive names, suggesting testimony was unreliable. The speaker warns that future confrontations may deny access to committees and urges careful preparation to prove alleged southern abuses.
Harvey's Weekly attacks the Ku Klux Klan as dangerous, calling for its removal and punishment. It accuses the group of poisoning reputations of colored people both in the North and lynching in the South, urging penalties instead of tolerance.
A lurid warning condemns get rich quick schemes promoted nationwide. It urges supporting local business and cautions people with scarce cash not to invest in distant world conquering ventures, calling such promoters members of the Brotherhood of Jackasses.
Leon Combs, son of Mr and Mrs Wm Combs of 6822 East Fork Ave Madisonville, was presented by the East High class of 1921 with a class pin for his excellent achievement over four years. Classmates voted unanimously that he was the most outstanding in his class, and they congratulate him for perseverance and ideal Americanism.
Amid Allegheny County disputes over not appointing colored teachers a plan to reform the school board is urged. A Common Pleas Court order aims to establish an eleven member board, six men and five women, elected at large in the fall election.
The article notes African American residents weary of discrimination and demanding political change. They campaign to elect a School Board free of Jim-crow practices and racial bias, signaling a community move toward equality and inclusion.
A large Barnes and Holliday store and warehouse complex in Dunn North Carolina closed for several hours as a mark of respect for Wili ams a 54 year old man famed as the county’s strongest. He was known for gentle nature and diligent service rather than fights, with strength shown only in pursuit of duty.
The Savannah Cotton Exchange displayed its flag at half mast for Philip Smith, a longtime porter who served forty years. His treasured possession was a book with signatures of notable visitors, including several U.S. Presidents. He faced racial barriers but remained a loyal, intelligent man.
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