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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1920
Page
2
The Union at 420 McAllister Street Cincinnati aims to spread news and foster loyalty pride and unity among readers. It stresses working together for spiritual material mental moral and political progress of the race through united community effort.
A pithy maxim echoed in historical discourse, stating that the treatment one gives others will be returned in kind. The saying underscores social reciprocity across eras, urging fairness, kindness, and ethical behavior in public life and personal conduct.
Col Charles Young U S S retired colored military attache to Monrovia spoke at a St Mark's church meeting in New York on December 4 honoring him. He opposed erecting a World War Negro memorial, urging Congress to grant liberty to black soldiers who died. The farewell gathering was held under the National Urban League as he heads to his new post in January.
A handwritten letter from W Augusts Jones in Pittsburg dated January 4 1920 describes paying an $8000 mortgage since April adding 200 members salary raised to 210 a month a furnished home and gifts including 150 cash for Christmas 40 for New Year. He praises anti jim crow efforts and notes plans to form a trust company with 125000 capital alongside a bank.
Our branch reports an enthusiastic executive meeting after the School Board resolution to maintain mixed schools. The law calls for integration and the measure is seen as protecting colored teachers and reducing race prejudice over time.
Christian Guide Lodge No 8621 G U O O F held a grand Xmas tree event at Knights of Honor Hall on December 30 with lively attendance by Odd Fellows Ruthites and friends. An excellent program featured Master of ceremonies J F Turner, a song, prayer by Rev D Hays bert, and a paper by Sister Francis Gamble on Christ a Wonderful Gift to the World.
Attorney General Palmer urged Congress to promptly enact a strong sedition law to enable the Department of Justice to act against aliens and citizens whose acts threaten the government. He compared past violence, warned against domestic anarchists, and urged rapid action when Congress reconvenes.
Sister Mamie E. Trotter of Ohio delivered eloquent remarks, Fra William Griffin spoke on Recon struction, Nettie Johnson sang a solo, and Charles W. Price urged harmony and friendship for the fraternity. The benediction followed by a Christmas tree ceremony.
Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co head F A Seiberling praised managers for selecting a young Black factory representative based on merit. He urged breaking racial and religious ties and said the white race has not always treated your race fairly.
A pleasant afternoon was spent Tuesday at the home of Mrs. Myrtle Fox. The gathering featured light conversation and cordial hospitality in a warm domestic setting.
A religious lecture titled The Church will be presented by A. T. Hubbard at the Knights of Honor Hall located at Central avenue and George street. The event is scheduled for Sunday January 11 1920 at 3 PM with free admission and no collection.
Misses Thompson and her brother hosted a New Year day dinner party in Rossmayne Ohio. Ten covers were laid. Out of town guests included Mrs. Thomas Wingfield and Miss Bessie Ackland from Chattanooga Tennessee.
Mrs. Myrtle Burns had a serious accident recently while Mrs. Ruth Burnsides was buried on Wednesday. Rev. Day and Rev. Ross’s wife faced illness while Mother Bailey improves. Local residents visit Baltimore and Philadelphia as friends and relatives gather for dinners and receptions. Master Thomas Ferris played music at Allen Temple. Covers for 25 at the U B 3s and SM 7s installation reception.
Mr and Mrs Joe Newlin of Belle Centre Ohio were holiday guests of their daughter Mrs Edith Ransell. Mrs Carrie Henderson spent New Year s in Piqua Ohio. Mr and Mrs Pete Carpenter of Kenyon Avenue visited his sister. Mr and Mrs Frank Frances spent days in Hillsboro Ohio at the latter s mother. Mr and Mrs Wm Mason hosted Mrs French Thompson of Paris Ky a cousin of the Masons. Mrs Lewis Anderson of Park Avenue gave a dinner party with covers laid for 14.
Mrs Buradell Robinson departed from Sunday for Chicago Illinois. The move marks a new chapter as she travels for unspecified purposes in midweek travel notes.
On last Saturday Mrs. Arthur Sherman hosted a seven course dinner for a group including Mrs Euradelile Robinson Mrs Lillian Sliger Miss Ann Cason of Knoxville Tenn and Miss Allye Taylor in a gracious social gathering at her residence.
Mrs Thelma Owsley Gray spent several days in Louisville Kentucky during a local visit. She attended events and met community members, reflecting on her time in the city.
Rumor says Miss Martha Winkfield will marry a prominent New York City actor soon.
Miss Helen Roberts is seriously ill at the residence of her sister Mrs. Essie Spencer. Mr. Harry Beasley was not the Xmas guest of Miss Selma Shorter as was stated in last week's issue. Miss Edith Tilton, of Chicago, spent the holidays in the city circulating among friends.
Miss Virgie Doll has returned to Wilberforce after spending the holidays with her parents, resuming her usual schedule and activities.
Miss Mamye Hackersmith and Mr Luther Stone were quietly married Tuesday evening in a small ceremony. The couple announced the nuptials to family and close friends.
Messrs Leander and Wadell Simms left Sunday for Akron Ohio. Mr Hannibal Hull has returned to Wilberforce after spending the holidays with his parents. Mrs Robert A Fowler teacher of the Home Department Bible Class No 1 was presented with a cut glass vase filled with flowers by the class in appreciation of her faithful services.
The article notes olives as vital in the Mediterranean and details California olive culture. It cites 1916 data: 834,938 bearing and 515,221 nonbearing trees, with production of 1,000,000 gallons of oil and 1,800,000 gallons of pickled olives. California’s first grove was planted in San Diego in 1769 by Spanish priests, giving rise to the Mission olive variety.
Madame C. J. Walker hair goods available at 406 Milton street the home of Mrs. Gaither Styles. Wholesale and retail offered. All Cincinnati agents can buy at regular prices. For information call Canal 4983 Y. Milamery by Miss Carrie Mason 1185 Foraker avenue Walnut Hills. Phone Woodburn 744 L.
Printer offers lower cost card printing at 1.85 dollars delivered anywhere. No special or regular price guidance. Samples available. Send postal or call. agent will contact. Company owns its building and has rent to cover. K Ebersole Printing Co Cincinnati Ohio contact Ridge 5?2 R 3710 Sweders Ave.
English fashion press notes a U S clothing conservation movement gaining traction among Britons weary of high costs. Old clothes leagues promote pledges against new garments with patches and alterations seen as badges of honor.
A quotation attributed to Francis Wayland contends that living worthily creates an indelible imprint on the enduring spirit. It asserts time erases nations but deepens the mental lines of moral and intellectual character.
Currants and gooseberries are very hardy and withstand extremely low temperatures. With windbreaks, most varieties endure the severe conditions in much of the upper Mississippi valley and the northern Great Plains, according to the Agricultural Department.
Entertainments for Brown Chapel AME Mt Zion ME St John AME Antioch Baptist Bethel Baptist Walnut Hills Pilgrim Baptist Union Baptist St Andrews and others. Print entertainment tickets socials dances picnics lectures class tickets suppers. All tickets 1.85 per 1000. Also society printing wedding invitations announcements business printing letterheads envelopes cards 1.85 per 1000. 3710 Lueders Ave Cincinnati OH.
An Afghan Helmand desert find by Sir A Stein reveals watch towers running 62 miles. The structure is said to connect the great wall of China with Roman forts in Syria, dating from the early Christian era.
A rubber-tired truck with adjustable shelves is devised for use by chambermaids in large hotels and apartment houses. It is designed to carry all supplies and implements required, offering a mobile, organized solution for housekeeping.
R W B Bush, attorney, advertises a house and five lots for gala sale. Contact North College Hill via phone Canal 3383 or Woodburn 1187 for details.
Real estate notice shows a property at 1287 Chapel Street near Alms Place in Walnut Hill area with reference to Phea and Woodburn 2498-Y.
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