11 Sep 1920
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Newspaper
The Union
Location
Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1920
Page
1
A crowded Police Court heard the J A Bell case over wearing insignia of Masonry and allegations of legitimacy by Colored Masons. White attorneys led the prosecution. the case was dismissed. Observers lament the lack of prepared defense from Colored Masons and urged broader education and dialogue between races.
Palestine County B Knights of Pythias Retired Drill Champions of the World celebrate their 33d anniversary Sunday September 12 at St John s Church Barr and Mound Streets 2 PM Rev Maj Jas Foote to preach Sermon A good program Big street parade at 4 PM west of Central Ave See Co B in new uniforms Capt Sneed in command.
A 1915 city column notes the National Convention of Colored Baptists in division with two wings planning annual meetings in Indianapolis and Columbus. It records failed peace conferences in Memphis and Nashville, comments on leadership, and reflects on change as leaders depart, with a final aside about being three hundred miles from home in Kentucky.
The Louisville News notes that Baptists will again display their ability and influence in the city during the upcoming week, continuing a long standing pattern observed by local observers.
Well known minister expresses high praise for Cherry Grove Michigan after visiting Crystal Lake and surrounding countryside. He writes from Homestead Development in Cincinnati dated Sept 2 1920 urging buyers to take early advantage of the opportunity and noting plans to purchase more lots.
A city grand opening draws attention as organizers announce a surge in interest with a record number of students expected to enroll this year. Officials credit outreach, partnerships, and early signups for the sharp rise.
In Canton Ohio William Albrighton, his wife, and Ida McDonald all colored were shot and wounded by two white men while walking near their home. Mrs Albrighton seriously wounded as ten revolver shots were fired before the assailants fled. Police report no motive was found.
A ringside perspective on a growing Negro business movement across the country. It urges Black merchants to form companies, start stores, and trade with Africa and South America, arguing honesty and quality will win patrons who will favor Black vendors. It warns against profiteering and urges fair competition and mutual support among Colored merchants.
In Corinth Mississippi on August 28 Blutcher Higgins and Dar Callicut two Black men who had fled the county chain gang were seized by a mob and hanged to a telegraph pole just outside the jail after forcing the jailer to surrender his keys. The report notes the escape involved striking a method of force.
A guard was badly hurt in a lynching incident as two prisoners escaped. one was recaptured. County Attorney Johnston stated that at least one of the Necroes lynched was innocent of any part in the attack on the guard.
A non sectarian girls' school eight miles from Nicholasville Kentucky promotes a two acre campus and 200 acre farm. Board and tuition are nine dollars per month with scholarships for needy girls. Fall term opens October 6 and winter term January 1. Address Hi W McNair or Mrs M E McNair principal.
Lieutenant Colonel Benjamin O. O. Davis of the Ninth United States Cavalry Regiment has been assigned by the War Department to Tuskegee Institute as Professor of Military Science and Tactics. He arrived September 1st to begin duties, with the Agricultural Department under Prof. B. F. Hubert.
A brief, fragmentary quote suggests pride in passing as white and hints at a forthcoming public disclosure next week. The text lacks context, names, or places, preserving the evasive tone of a personal remark rather than a full report.
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