21 May 1921
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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1921
Page
1
Corinthian Lodge No.1 and True American Lodge No.2 plan multiple Masonic events in May 1921. A mass meeting of all degrees is set for May 27. A large class was initiated into the B A Degree under W M Benjamin T Laws.
Sinai Temple No 59 O M S escorted Daughters of Isis at Divine Services at Ninth Street Baptist Church. A street parade with a marching band preceded the service and drew compliments along the route. The Committee on Revision of the Code met Sunday to continue arduous work shaping future Masonic law. Brethren are invited to submit suggestions for consideration.
The Scottish Rite Masons of the 22nd degree escorted the Assembly of Sisters of the Golden Circle during Whitsunday services at the Episcopal Church last Sunday afternoon. The church was full and attendees praised the sermon by Rev. E. H. Oxley.
A brief note reminds readers not to forget the brothers on the sick list and to pay them a visit, emphasizing care and support for those unwell within the community.
A vivid sequence titled Motion Picture Photography showcases THE BLACK STAR LINE STEAMSHIPS on the Hudson. It highlights the conversion of Negroes, 31 days last August in New York City, 5000 delegates who signed the Bill of Rights, Black Star Line vessels with Black captains, Marcus Garvey and his Cabinet, and scenes from New York Philadelphia Atlanta and Cincinnati. The exhibition includes the fleet and notable Negroes from Africa and the United States and features the Yar’wouth cargo ship whisky to Cuba.
On Monday night May 23 1921 at 8 PM Emery Auditorium offers balcony seats 55 cents box seats 75 cents dress circle 55 cents gallery 27 cents plus tax. Tickets available at 927 Barr Street or by calling West 4857 Y. William Ware president and Ben Montgomery secretary urge early purchase for seating. Public invited.
A Washington dispatch reports War Department talks with a Cincinnati business intermediary about supplying police with rifles and bayonets to quell possible race disturbances. The piece urges restraint, condemns mob violence, and calls for education and equal rights regardless of race.
The piece notes that African Americans are becoming more active in property ownership and enterprises, urging not to rely on color for patronage. It calls for staying up to date, delivering good service, studying the business, and improving offerings.
Kenneth Harold Randall, a colored student from Martin s Ferry Ohio, is valedictorian for the current high school graduating class. He achieved top marks and is cited for academic excellence amid a diverse class.
The article notes Harold Le colored is valedictorian among Cadiz High School’s 30 graduates. It praises white classmates for not drawing a color line and urges a fair field with no favors, hoping the best person wins.
Sinai Temple and Sinai Court staged a grand display at Ninth Street Church with a beautiful parade costumes vivid and a fine program. The singing and sermon by Dr Edison were eloquent making the event memorable.
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People will hold a large mass meeting at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church on Eastern Avenue. Rev. J. L. Moore pastor. Tuesday evening May 24 1921 at 6 p m. Admission free. Rev. B F Smith president A L Imes secretary.
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