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PRICE. FIVE CENTS RICHMOND VIRGINIA. SATURDAY, APRIL 17, 1926 1 1

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HARRY Wl

Famous Pugilist Locates Camp at D V.

Many Trainers With Him—Central Figure in the World of Pugilism.

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$ u New York, April 13.—Leaving for his farm down in Petersburg, Va... with a staff of sparring partners, Harry Wills expressed no great op- timism over his prospects of getting into the ring with Jack Dempsey this year.

No man could have spoken with •greater forbearance of Dempspy than Wills did and if some time or other the champion does not give the black panther a chance to knock his block off the best that can be < said of him will be that he is an ingrate. ^

April 15, for example, is an im- portant date, in one respect, at least. | It is upon this day that Floyd Fit/, simmons and others interested in the j •Niles, Mich., agreement between1

^Dempsey and* Wills will have to come 'M'msLimii.tiuL,. $&Jm which- WuTs v« to veoeiyo by1 virtue of1 this Contract.

Some say that Mullins, Harry’, manager .received $5,000 of this sum when he affixed his name to the ngicement. Others say not. Mullin. hie never said anything. Anyway, t is certain that a considerable amount offcash is still due the firm of Mul- lins, Wills and Company.

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REV. TARTT DOING GREAT WORK.

Rev. Eli Tartt, pastor of the Metro- politan Baptist Church, of Peters- burg Va., is conducting a revival at Zion Baptist Church, South Rich- mond, Rev. J. W. Dudley, pastor. Crowds are thronging the church and conversions^ are taking place every night. The public is invited to hear this gTeat pulpit orator and evan- gelist.

RECTOR J. C. TAYLOR WEDS MRS. A. G. THOMPSON.

Mrs. Adelaide G. Thompson, one of ibe moat prominent and progressive ladies in this city, was united in the holy bonds of wedlock to Rev. J. C. Taylor, the popular rector of St. Phillips Protestant Episcopal Church, at the residence of Miss Mary Scott. Mil We.|, Iveigh Street, Mon- day. April 12th 1926 will Rev. George McL. Brydon, secretary and treasurer of the Docese of Virginia performing the ceremony. Onlv the re«. Ives and a few personal friends of the interested parties were pres- ent.. Rev. and Mrs. W. T. Johnson being among the number. Mrs. Thompson was confirmed as a mem- ber of the Episcopal Church a few weeks ago. She was heartily con- gratulated by those present at the conclusion of the ceremony. The couple will reside at Mrs. Thompson’s residence. 20 W. Leigh Street.

You know where to stop on Brook Avenue, when you want service. tVoprietor J. C. Cooper is steadily increasing his business. Even the ladies, who like thelatest style bobbed b«fr arepraising him.

GRAND EXAJLTER RULER VISITS WILLIAMS’ LODGE AND PAYS GLOWING TRIBUTES TO LODGE AND GRAND TREASURER CAR- TER.

Grand Exalted Ruler J. Finley Wilson, while in Richmond Thursday, April 8th, en route to Chase City, Va., where he as scheduled to de- liver an emancipation address, paid a visit to Williams’ Lodge of this i city which held its regular meeting I on that night. Having been advised that the Grand Exalted Ruler would

t >6 in Richmond on the meeting night ';>f his lodge, Exajted Ruler Aubrey | Jones extended the invitation which

t W&s promptly accepted by the Grand ’xalted Ruler and a committee com- posed o£ Dr. J&eid. iyui. M- i Harris -was appointed to: serve as e.'cort for the distinguished visitor, j The Grand Exalted Ruler was pre- sented to the lodge by Exalted Ruler Jcnds with appropriate remarks. Mr. j Wilson aftej having expressed his \ gratification at being present in Wil-1 hams 'dge gave a detailed account! of his recent travels abroad. Ho1 iviated numerous incidents of the' trip in a very delightful manner and! said that it had ben one continuous) round of pleasure. He also devoted reme time reviewing the official act- of hi. adnh -11 I ioi..

ibuic to Carter.

1 Ike course of his remarks, the 'Grand E..H- at J>: v on ,0; 'h had been instrumental in persuading < .rtor In run for offie ■ as hithert >

iun from office. He said that when Carter took office the treasury was 1 nkiupt, but during his imeumbency in office, it had continued to grow until it reachi d its present propor- tions, due to the efficient and honest conduct of the office by Mr. Carter. ‘1 never bother about Carter's office," said the Grand Exalted Ruler, ‘‘because he can always be depended upon to attend to it himself." He felt that Carter would continue in office as long as he desired as "every- body wants him for Grand Treas- urer."

Loves To Come To Richmond.

He closed his speech wit ha glowing tribute to Richmond and Williams’ Lodge. “I always love to come to Richmond to get inspiration. She knows how to put over big proposi- tions. Williams’ Lodge has made more substantial gains under my admin- istration than any other lodge in.the jurisdiction, both in the increase in her membership and the caliber of men composing the membership. Her members are men of sterling worth and Williams’ I>odge pays more taxes than any other lodge in Virginia.” Hoys, I can only say to you, “Carry On," was the concluding paragraph of the delightful address of the Grand Exalted Ruler.

Exalted Ruler Aubrey Jones called upon M. A. Morrell to respond to the address of the Grand Exalted Ruler. Grand Treasurer Carter also was called upon for remarks. After the meeting closed, a reception was tendered the Grand Exalted Ruler and refreshments were served those attending At 3:00 A. M. Mr. Wilson was escorted to the home of his mother-in-law, Mrs. D. J. Farrar, after having expressed himself well pleased with the evening spent at Williams’ Lodge and in its beautiful home. He left Richmond 6:00 A. M. Friday morning for Cnase City, Va.

Mr. W. T. Gray has a successful business and the patrons will cross the city in order to have him serve them. He carries automobile acces- sories and supplies and is an expert at tire re pairing.

Harry Wills (top insert) at Petersburg, Viiginia

ETHEO* lA AT THE BAR OF JUSTICE.

Ethebpia at the liar oi Just-ce at the Armstrong Auditorium. Friday night. April 30, 1920, rit 8:30 o’clock for the benefit of the Uni- form Department of the Improved Order Shepherds and Daughters of Bethlehem.

Every member of the Order, friend and well-wisher is cordially invited to be present. You will not only be highly entertained, but you will be able to gather considerable informa- tion which can be appropriately used afterwards.

Be on time in order to secure a good seat.

Died, Saturday, April 3, 1926, Miss Mary D. Tyler, at her residence, 609 W. Clay Street, after a long illness. She leaves a cousin, Mrs. Fannie P. Edwards, of Washington, D. C., and a host of friends to mounm their loss. Funeral took place Saturday, April 6th. at the Second Baptist Church, Rev. Joseph Arrington, as- sisted by Rev. Dr. W. T. Johnson, officiating.

REV. DR. LEWIS’ FAMILY RE- TURNS THANKS.

The family of the late Dr. Z. D. Lewis take this method of thanking their friends for the many trays, heaut'ful flowers and fruit, sent him during his illness, and the many beau- tiful designs and bouquets sent upon the occasion of his death, also for the comforting words of sympathy to those left behind.

May God’s richest benediction be upon each one.

MRS. ADA V. LEWIS, MR Z. D. LEWIS, JR., MRS. HATTIE L. BLAND.

Some people say Kotographs. The Browns are not particular about the name, but they will giveyo uan ex- cellent likeness of either you or your friends. Out of door work will also receive attention.

IMF. FIRST AFRICAN 6AUTIST CHURCH CHOIR DELIGHTS

HUNDREDS.

The choir of the First African Bap- tist Church delighted a capacity audi- ence Easter Sunday evening, when the choir with Mrs. Eva B. Evans, director, Miss Claudine R. Webster at the organ, Walter Lively, violinist, rendered excerpts from “The Cruci- fixion,’’ by Stainer. Edward B. Reeves, tenor, was heard to ad- vantage in the recitative “And They Came to a Place Called Gethemane,” singing with deep feeling, “The Ma- jesty of Divine Humiliation.” Eman- uel Mansfield, heard several weeks ago in initial recital, was baritone soloist. He rendered his numbers very well, particularly was he good in the duet (tenor and baritone). So ^Thou Liftest Thy Divine Peti- tion. The men’s chorus sang with a fervor and tone quality seldom heard in church choirs, or at least male members of church choirs. The audience was appreciably moved bv their rendition of “When Jesus, Therefore, Saw His Mother” and r^After' this» Jesus Knowing All Things.”

The cliorus vork on the whole was exceptionally well done. Especially is this true in the choruses “God So to* You?” W°r,d” and “Is lt Nothing

One of the; outstanding features of the musical was the singing of “There Js a Green Hill Far Away,” by Mis- Glara A. Ivory, soprano soloist of the choi.r

Philadelphia, Pa., March 20, 1926. Mr. A. W. Holmes, Pounder of the National Ideal Society, Richmond, Vn.

Pear Sir: 1 am writing to let you know that

I received the check of $100 by deputy M. I\ Rabuse, on account of the death of my wife, Mary E. Sloan. 1 appreciate the kindness of the Ideals.

Yours with thanks, BUREL I/M. SLOAN.

POPULAR YOUNG MAN RE- COVERS.

Mr. Samuel- C. Wright, one of the best known young men in Phila- delphia. who has been ill at his home, 2207 Montrose Street, has recovered and is able to be out again.

RETURNS FROM VIRGINIA.

Mr. Lucias N. Parrish, Sr., 1901 llerks, who with his two young sons, Lucian N., Jr., and Robert, motored, to Matthews, Va. .returned during the week. They went to Matthews to attend the funeral of the late Daniel Parrish, their father and grandfather. Mr. Daniel P’arrish was one of the oldest and best known persons throughout the county and his fu- neral was largely attended. Several | friends of the family from Phila- delphia also attended/the funeral. [

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MISS HAZELWOOD ENTERTAINS.

Miss Edna Mae Hazelwood, who has been studying in New York City, spent the Easter holidays with her sister, Mrs. James Alvin Creditt. On Easter Sunday Miss Hazelwood was “at home’ 'to her friends, among them being Miss Margaret McClarie, of Boston, Mass.; Miss Gladys Gib- son, Barrington, N. J.; Miss Fay Cas- selle, of Morgan College, and the Misses Gladys Hawkins, Reba Bowie, Jessie Evans, Jjouise Warrick, Frances Brown, Marian Johnson and Agatha Ball; and Messrs. James R. Brown, Jr., Louis Stowe, Harry Lut- troll, Richard Bell, Mark Taylor and Frank Mirchell, of Lincoln Uni- versity.

Miss Hazelwood left for New York Saturday morning.

RETURNS FOR BALTIMORE.

Miss Clementine Murphy, 65K North Fifty-seventh Street, has re- turned from Baltimore, where she has been the guest of her cousin. Miss Constance Murphy.

Personals and Briefs Mr. Wm. J. Burrell, circulation

agent for the Norfolk Journal and Guide, is in the city and will remain several weeks.

Mr James H. Chiles is doing a good business at 201 W. Leigh Street. Armstrong High School furnishes him with a seemingly endless line of cus- tomers during recess time. He is polite and obliging to them, too.

Dr. .James H. Chiles, the dentist, has built up u fine line of trade at his new-quarters, Brooke Av.cojue ami

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Mr. M. G. Waller has had a pecu- liar experience. He supported a wife and eight children, was a canvassing agent for a colored insurance com- pany, took up watch and clock re- pairing as a side issue with abso- lutely no experience,’other than what l.c picked up fro mtim6*to time and is now conducting a profitable watch, clock and jewelry business in h's own building at 100/ W. Leigh, with one of his sons as a partner.

luto Supply Co., at Fourth hall Streets, is doing a fine although recently installed he parking tag system has

h- !. : a yd; lwdoeu not tai ‘■nich. li' r< medio Nk.uk for ; 0, His patrons are loud in their prais of his methods of treatment."

Dr. Bunyan Robins Superior Quin ine Pomade*' is attracting attention \>eil nigh everywhere. Those, who i ave tried ii are outspoken in praise of the beaut Tier.

Try the Richmond, Va., News Deader and the Planet. You cun got both for lf» cents per week delivered anywhere in this city. Special rates on out-of-town subscribers.

Dr. A. A. Tennant is enjoying a large and lucrative practice, despite the nerve racking strain in connec- tion therewith. His fine residence is being improved.

Mr. Edward Thompson, who has been, desperately ill ig in the same condition. The transcendent nursing power of his wife has been successful in keeping him in the land of the living.

MT MORIAH CHURCH WILL LAY fXlRNKRSTONK. ]

IViouiK Moriah Baptist Church will have he Cornerstone Laying of p8 new edifice, whVfli is now ^n the course of erection on NorUi F.rs. Sfreo in the 900 block on Sarur (iay. April 24,h; at 3:30 o'clock P. M A!] are invited. Henrico Lodge, No. 11, A F. and A Masons wi 1 conduct Jie ceremonies. The fra- tern fy in general are fraierna ly n v4crl o participate and requested to a*seml>'e at the Masonic Temple 5f 1 K Olay Siree av 2:20 o’o.ock P M. on said da e. JOHN J. RANDOLPH, Act W v. M. It. BARRETT, Secretary.

MARRIAGE RECEPTION.

•Mr. and Mrs L M. El « announce* the marriage of the r daughter, Fan! nie Leo to Mr. George Saunders Walker The ceremony was per’ formed very quirk y on Wednes.Tav April 7, 1926.

Reception, Friday, April 30i 1926 from X:00 to 11:00 P. M. at 607 N. 13;.h S'root.

Friends inv>ed. No cards.

The drive for a swimming pool is well under way. Father Joseph Glenn is a strenuous promoter of thu project.

RISING MT. ZION NOTES.

In spite of the inclement weather last Sunday “Zion” was well filled, those who came to the morning ser- vice could well say, “our hearts were filled to overflowing.”

At 3:30 o’clock the members and friends gathered for the communipp* service.. It was a great fejpd*, ibt crowd was large amj^ seemed filled w.th the spirit, in the midst of the sfcrvlre the TAfsCPolht and Richmond bus drove up to the door filled with members of the West Point Church. They came on a visit to our pastor, ltev. O. B. Simms, B. Th.. and Mrs. Simms, who spent five years in their midst working with them for the upbuilding of the community and to. the glory of God.

The members of Rising Alt, Zion and .»riends from West Point joined hands and hearts as .they gathered ju ound tne bord s table, presided over by this eloquent man of God who \va“ formerly their pastplT We bfd them “come again,” as their vkiu will live long in our memories. The relegation was headed by Rev. .Rome Uilson, who hits become the leader of the colored people of West RaJ*. since the coming of our past Richmond.

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> b< Our rally bids fair we hope every member and friend will report on the fourth Sunday in April.

Zion continues to grow, tfie 1>ast((1. experts to fellowship twenty-five now members on the second Sunday in May, eighteen will be baptised Wed- nesday night, May 5th.

On Easter Sunday, Dr. B. B. Rag- by, chief health inspector of the city, who practiced medicines at West l’oint during- Rev. Simms pastorate there, worshipped with us. After the service he delivered a splendid ad- dress on the “Gospel of Good Health, which was well received by a large and appreciative audience.

During the past week the following able divines, accompanied by their choirs, preached soul-stirring sermons for the benefit of the “Streets Rally,5’ held by Mrs. O. B. Simms, Rev. J H. Roots, Rev. L. C. Garland, Rev A. D. Daly, Rev. W. H. Spurlock*arut Rev. T. J. King^

REV. HUGHES RETURNS.

The Rev. W. A. C. Hughes, di- rector of the Bureau of Negro Work of the Methodist Episcopal Church, returned to the city after an absence of two months, during which time he did important extension work through the far South and Southwest, returning by way of St. Louis. Rev. Hughes attended the sesion of the Delaware Conference at Chester, |»s

MRS. SAMUEL B. HART ENTER- TAINS AT TEA

The members of the Senior Board of Stewardesses of the Allen A. M E Church were the guests of Mrs. Sam uel B. Hart at a tea given at her home, 2021 Waverly Street, on Mon- day evening last. The tea was held for the benefit of the board .in order fo enable it to continue its aggressive work. A most enjoyable time was passed by the Indies attending the unique affair.

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