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SEVENTH STREET CHURCH NOTES. Miss Marie S. Lindsay Dr. Wyche took for his text Sunday morning, Numbers IB: 30. The The general thought of his sermon was: “Confidence in One’s Self." We must have confi dence in ourselves and in that which we are doing or else the thing to be accomplished will appear harder. Only those who have confidence will accomplish anything. Not only must we have confidence in ourselves, but also in our God and His Word. Mr. XJshler, of Wingate Col lege, gave a lecture Sunday night. His subject was, ‘The Land of the Midnight Sun." The Sunday School Union of the city, held its annual meet ing at Seventh Street church Sunday afternoon at 3:30. Of ficers for the ensuing year were elected. The program for the afternoon was under the aus pices of the Volunteer class. The following program was ren dered: Vocal solo, Mrs. J. W. Brooks; paper, Mrs. W. E. Means; solo, Mrs. Roy Young; talk, “The Juvenile Court," Mrs. P. W. Russell. • Visitors in church and Sun day school Sunday were as fol lows : Volunteer class—Mr3. C. *B. Jones, of Grace A. M. E. Zion church; Mrs. McCain’s class— Mrs. DeWitt Robinson, of First Baptist church; Miss Minnie Meachem, of Clinton Chapel church; Mr. and Mrs. George Murray; Sons of David’s class, Mr. Johnson and Mr. Clement Young of Johnson C. Smith University; Miss Claudia Wil liamson, of New Bern, and Mrs. Vernet Chandler, of Wilming ton. Mrs. Chandler and chil dren are visiting her aunts, Mrs. C. P. Pitchford and Miss Fannie Beatty at their home on North McDowell Street. Rev. C. A. Washington left the city Tuesday for High Point. Mother’s Day will be observed in church and Sunday school Sunday, May 8. Mrs. Carrie Henry and Miss Janie Wallace wllT have charge of the program during Sunday school hour. The sick list for the week in cludes the following persons: Mr. Walter Coles and Mr. Heze kiah Stowe. Mr. Coles is very sick at his home on South Cald well Street. Mr. Stowe is re ported as being improved at this writing. Mrs. Janie Watson and Mrs. Amanda Lindsay are also improving. Mrs. Lucy Means, who was called to the bedside of her daughter, Mrs. Nettie B. Rat tley. in Washington, is expected to return to the city Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Withers and Dr. and Mrs. J. H. Thomas, of Camden, S. C., motored up to the Easter Monday game. While in the city they were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Brooks, of 713 E. Eighth St. Notice If"at any time you have ma terial for this department of the paper, please get it to me before Wednesday. M. L. LINDSAY. MR. J. E. HEMPHILL RE SIGNS AS CHAIRMAN OF DEACONS’ BOARD. On April 11th, the Board of officers of 7th Street church was called in special session for two purposes. The budget for the coming year to the amount of $5,000.00 was outlined by the entire Board. The resignation of Mr. J. E. Hemphill as chairman of the Deacons’ Board was finally ac cepted after a strenous effort on the part of the Board to have him reconsider his resignation. The general Board of the church approved the action of the Dea cons’ Board and extended a ris ing vote of thanks of apprecia tion to Mr. J. E. Hemphill for the faithful services rendered the church, in putting over the big program of $20,000 in the last three years. The church appreciates this record and stands solidly behind the bud get for the coming year. The election of officers of the Deacon’s Board was as follows: Mr. T. W. Drye, Chairman. Mr. Paul Richardson, Secreta ry. Mr. E. P. Stowe, Treasurer. ■.-- ■' - 9 ■ ■> .'=1 JOHNSON C. SBHTH UNIVER SITY NOTES. By A. H. Prince Vespers on last Saturday and Sunday evenings were conduct ed by Dr. W. E. Partee. Thoughtful and very instructive discourses claimed the minds of the students on both evenings. Max Yergan, returned mis sionary from Africa, was pres ent last Saturday morning and delivered a stirring address be fore the faculty and student body after devotionals. He cited the thrilling experiences encounter ed in Africa together with the great prospects and bright fu ture of Africa for service. The students pledged their allegi ance and support to Mr. Yergan. The base ball team has re turned from its week’s tour, win ning 5 games out of the 6 played on the tour. The games won were as follows: A. & T. College, Greensboro; Shaw University, Raleigh; Kittrell College, Kit trell; Union University, Rich mond, Va.; V. N. & I. I., Peters burg, Va. The team lost one game—that with State College at Durham. „ Mrs. H. L. McCrorey is in At lanta, Ga., attending the South ern Interracial Committee Meet ing. xne rnnosopny ciuu met mat Wednesday evening in the Uni versity Refectory. This being the last meeting of the term, the Juniors gave the Seniors an en tertainment in the form of a brief and interesting program, augmented with delicious cours es of salad, cocoa and cakes. The officers for next year were elect ed. They are: President, W. W. Jones; Vice-President, W. D. Scales; Secretary, W. E. Belton; Treasurer, R. J. Johnston; His torian, Leroy Young. These of ficers were installed by Prof. Francis Bowen. This club for the last five years has been a source of power from which the students are strength ened in individual thinking. Dr. F. J. Anderson is the founder of the club. Prof. Thos. A. Long, Rev. A. P. Corley and President H. L McCrorey were also pres ent at this meeting, W. E. Bel ton presided. The chorus club, under the direction of Prof. W. S. Peyton, rendered selections at the West minster Presbyterian church, city, Rev. W. B. Mcllwaine, pas tor, on last Sunday evening. This is one of the leading white churches in Charlotte. The au dience was very enthusiastic. Prof. Peyton has efficiently trained this club and has done much towards encouraging mu sical talent in the University. The Varsity debating team, composed of Terry Steele, Thom as Gilliard and W. D. Scales, with Ray McKenzie and W. W. Jones as alternates, is in Ral eigh to debate with Shaw Uni versity Friday night the nega tive of the question: Resolved, That the System of Capital Pun ishment Should Be Abolished in the United States.” Mr. W. C. Craver, National Student Secretary of the Y. M. C. A., New York, was a pleasant visitor on the campus this week and spoke in the chapel. Mr. R. W. Bagnall, Director of the N. A. A. C. P., of New York City, made an appealing address before the students in chapel one morning this week • The Senior class in sociology, with Prof. T. A. Long, teacher, has just had the last of a se ries of lectures delivered yearly to the class along pathological lines. Prof. Long is especially adapted to this field of study and always inspires the class with these lectures which every Sen ior class looks forward to with great anticipation. PROF. JAMES AT BIDDLE VILLE CHURCH. Last Sabbath morning at 11 o’clock Prof. G. G. M. James, of Johnson C. Smith University, conducted-tiie service for Or. L. B. West at the Biddleville Pres byterian church. Prof. James preached a scholarly sermon on “The Coming Revolution in Re ligion,” using for his text the words, ’’The stone which the builders rejected is become the head of the corner,” Mark 12: 10. .The audience listened with evident interest and apprecia tion The singing of the choir was good, and the whole service was' uplifting. .- --■ ... .1 BROOKLYN CHURCH NOTES _____ By Mrs. F. J. McGill We were delighted Sunday morning to have a. large con gregation to worship with us. We celebrated the lord's Sup per. We were pleased to have with us Dr. Shute of Johnson C. Smith University, who brought a wonderful message from Luke 23 and the last chuse of the 43rd verse: “Today shalt thou be with me in paradise.” Dr. Shute pictured beautifully and impressively the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ. Among the visitors were Prof. Muldrow, cf the Second Ward High School: Miss Clara Neil Anderson, Mr. Currie of Johnson C. Smith University, and Mrs. Friday, of Huntersville, who is making her home in the city. Mr Goodwin of Seventh Street church, was a pleasant visitor in the Truth Bearers’ class, Miss Beulah B. Brodie, teacher. Sunday night we were favored with a strong message by the Rev. W. R. Mayberry, of Me Clintpck and Love’s Chapel church. The sermon was very interesting. We were glad to have Dr. Shute and Rev. May berry with us and hope to have them come again. Seventeen persons have been received into the church since last communion. Preparatory services were held on last Thursday and Fri day nights, leading up to the Lord’s Supper on Sunday. Thursday night we were pleased to have to preach for us the Rev. C. A. Washington, of High Point. Rev. Washington brought to us a very strong and impressive sermon from Acts 1:8. Friday night Rev. A. P. Cor ley, of Johnson C. Smith Uni versity, was with us and brought a strong message from II Cor inthians 15:14. His subject was “Constraining Love.” A large number was present each night and we feel each one present was benefitted very much. Mrs. Lovie D. Jackson and sister motored to Belmont Sun day and witnessed the Easter program in Love’s Chapel. The Woman’s Missionary So ciety held its regular monthly meeting at the home of Mrs. Clarence Johnson on E. Boun dary Street Tuesday night, with the President, Mrs. Mc Clain, presiding. At the close of the business the meeting was turned over to Rev. Prince, who taught “Making A Nation,” which the society is studying. The society is enjoying this book very much. At the close of the meeting delicious refresh ments were served. BRANDON CHURCH NOTES. By James M. Russeli Sunday, April 24th, was an outstanding day at Brandon. The installation of Rev. 0. E. San ders was conducted, with Rev. C. N. Jenkins, D. D., acting as master of ceremonies. Many visitors were present at these services including Misses C. A. Percival, Ramseur and Burton, of Scotia College, Con cord, and Mrs. L. B. West, Miss es Helen Bampfield and Arie Bampfield, of Biddleville Pres byterian church. We hope to see them at our church again soon. On the account of illness of our Sunday school Superinten dent and Assistant Supterinten dent our Sunday school was con ducted by Mr. Thomas A. Jen kins. Mr. and Mrs. James Smith, of Hartford, Conn., spent the week end with their sister, Mrs. Charles Moore, 806 Maple St. During the Easter season Dr. and Mrs. Jenkins had as thyeir guests Prof, and Mrs. R. W. Boulware and their sons, Harold and Ralph, of Harbison College, Irmo, S. C. BIRTH OF A SON. The stork was a pleaded bird when Dr. Tyson permitted him to leave an eight pound baby boy with Mr. and Mrs. John H. Coop er in Biddleville. Mrs. Cooper was formerly Miss E. Willette Campbell, one of the teachers in the city schools; is the daughter of Mrs. Hattie Simmons Knox, and granddaughter of Mrs. Amanda McClure. The new ar rival is Master John Althea Cooper. The mother and baby are doing fine. CHERRY ST. CHURCH, HIGH POINT. By Mas Lucille Moore Rev. Isaiah Harris preached for us Sunday in the absence of our pastor. Rev. C. A. Wash ington. He preached a very strong sermon that was enjoyed by all. Rev. and Mrs. C. A. Washing ton motored to Belmont Sunday where Rev. Washington deliv ered the baccalaureate sermon. Mr. M. L. Black spent the Easter holiday with his aunt, Mrs. Maggie Phifer. Mr. and Mrs. Alex Snipes and little daughter. Bessie, spent Easter in Hickory with their brother, Mr. Lewis Harper. Mr. and Mrs. M. Q. Bates and Mrs. McFall. one of the former teachers of Leonard Street School. Miss Ella Mae Clement and Mr. Perry, of Hickory, mo tored to High Point Saturday. Mr. and Mrs. Bates worshiooed with us Sunday morning. They were the guests .of Mr. and Mrs. Alex Snipes. We are hoping to have Mr. and Mrs. Bates to make High Point their home about the first of May. Mr. L. Haiglip, one of the city undertakers, Prof. Harris and Mr. Theo. Boger motored to Salisbury Easter Monday and spent the day with relatives and friends. Misses Ethel Davis. Gladys Grant, Lucille and Elizabeth Moore, and Messrs. Roland and Prim Gibson motored to Liber ty Easter Mondav afternoon to visit Miss Lula Mae Gray. Monday afternoon the ball team of H. P. N. H. played the team of Livingstone N. H. S., defeating Livingstone 6:3. CEDAR GROVE COMMUNITY NOTES. By Mrs. Hattie Russell The Easter program rendered at our church on last Sunday night was fine. The offering was good and will be turned into the Sunday school treasury. Mr. and Mrs. Jay Phifer de lightfully entertained at dinner Sunday Dr. L. J. Melton, James Ollie Melton, Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Lytle, Mr and Mrs. J. H. Rus sell, Mrs. Dora Davidson, Mrs. Carrie B. Harris, and Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Russell. Mr. Melvin Black, .a young man of our community, who has been a very successful teacher at New London, was with us last Sunday night. Mrs. M. J. Alexander and Mrs. Louise Ruffin were the din ner guests of Mrs. Rosella Mar tin on Easter Sunday. Mr. Lawrence Davidson and his mother, Mrs. J. F. Lytle, and Mrs. Carrie B. Harris spent Easter Monday in Charlotte for the Smith-Livingstone base ball game. . .. Last Sunday morning, April 24th, our pastor, Dr. L. J. Mel ton, preached a strong and help ful sermon from Psalm 24:1-4. There was a large congregation to hear and enjoy this wonderful sermon. In the afternoon our pastor, choir and congregation wor shipped with the Columbus Chapel A. M. .E. Zion congre gation. The Annual May services will begin at our church next week and continue through the second Sunday. Last Saturday evening at / o’clock Mr. and Mrs. John L. Alexander gave in. marriage their daughter, , Annie, to Mr. Chas. Brown. The ceremony was performed by their pastor, Dr. L. J. Melton in the pres ence of a few friends and rela tives. After the marriage a de licious course of ham, chicken, ice cream and cake was served. Mr. and Mrs. Brown will spend this week with friends in Mooresville and High Point. We wish for them much happiness in their future. The many friends of Mrs. Maggie Tucker wish to express to her their sympathy in the hour of bereavement caused by the death of her beloved son, James Le Roy Harris, who was killed in the mine in West Vir ginia a few days ago. The body was brought home for burial in the Cedar Grove church ceme tery. We are sorry to say at this writing that Elder S. W. White is quite ill. Members of his family were notified last week huii.i itunqui INGLESIDE SEMINARY, BURKBVILLE, VIRGINIA. In a most healthful section of the “Old Dominion,” Now giving complete preparation for entering college. Growing each year in equipment and in quality of work done, Living in many States in the lives and the work of it? Alum nae, Every ^expense most moderate; every consideration give# worthy need. Supervised study periods give unhampered opportunity to achieve results. Individual attention for every student in every department. Developing a sense of responsibility—the fundamental in character building. Endeavoring to develop a devoted love “for Christ and the Church” t Stressing daily, definite living for “Others.” Engrossed in developing winsome, womanly “home-rhak«rs” —woman’s highest vocation. Molding leaders for'school, church and home, and helpers for the leaders Instilling the law of love and the love of law. No other sch . ol with an atmosphere so “like home.” Aims always for a clean mind in a clean body. Reaching out for girls who covet the Master’s word: “She hath done what she could.” Yes—two grammar grades; four high school ones; piano and vocal lesson; sewing; Bible. Seminary opens September 15, 1926. For catalogue or other information write: REV. ROBERT L. ALTER, Ph. D., Pres. ‘***4 Have Your Prescriptions Filled At YANCEY’S DRUG STOKE . i Corner 3rd and Brevard Streets Where the Freshest Drugs Are Used, and Compounded by a Druggist of 15 Years’Experience. Ford Delivery Quick Service. L. A. Yancey—-Druggist I AGENTS WANTED ► IN EVERY TOWN AND CITY IN VIRGINIA, NORTH CAROLINA l AND SOUTH CAROLINA, TO REPRESENT \ NORFOLK JOURNAL AND GUIDE \ CLEAN, CONSTRUCTIVE, INSPIRATIONAL, INFORMING l FAMILY NEWSPAPER t Men and Women, School Boys and Girls, can make money in spare ► time. Easy to:sell. No experience and,n° Capital required tobegin. [ We start you. Write for our special terms to agents. I Address, NORFOLK JOURNAL AND GUIDE, Circulation Dept_ l 711-719 OLNEY ROAD NORFOLK, VA. SUMMER SCHOOL JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY CHARLOTTE, N. C. AN APPROVED AND COUNTY SUMMER SCHOOL. June 6 July 15, 1927 New Standard Courses—New Teachers Fine Facilities for Study and Recreation Rates Reasonable For further information write: DR. H. L. McCROREY, President S. D. WILLIAMS, Director WANTED! Boys and Girls to Join the COLORED BOY AND GIRL GOLDEN RULERS OF AMERI CA. This is an IDEAL, UNDENOMINATIONAL, CHARACTER-BUILD ING ORGANIZATION FOR NEGRO CHILDREN AND YOUTH. MEMBERS WANTED EVERYWHERE. Write Rev. S. J. Ellis, A. M., S. T. B.. 166 E. Wichman Street, Walterboro, South Carolina. “The Golden Rule in Life Makes Life Golden.” of his serious condition and they are found continually close around his bedside. We do not forget to pray for Elder White because many of us who are younger have been led by his prayers. For many years his earnest prayers have been heard in our church. So we can not but miss him. Yet we know they shall live after him. ALUMNAE RE-UNION The graduates of Ingleside Seminary, Burkeville, Va., are requested to assemble at the Seminary during commence ment week for business. Pro gram and luncheon on Tuesday afternoon, the 24, 1927. Those expectin* to attend this meeting will please notify Mrs. R. L. Alter on or before May the 15th. The luncheon will be served in the Seminary at fifty cents per plate. All who cannot attend please send contribution to Mrs. Chas. Miller, Burkeville, Va. Our ministers and all readers of this pnper will please do us the favor to pass this notice on. MRS. M. B. MARKS, President. CHURCH' ST. CHURCH, SALISBURY. Sunday moning, our pastor, Rev. J. M. Morton, brought to the congregation a helpful mes sage which was enjoyed. The Spirit was felt by all. The text was Matt. 24: 4, 5: “And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.” We were glad * to have Mrs. Walker and Miss Maggie Knox and Mr. W. M. Truesdale and Miss Elizabeth Rowe to worship with us in the morning service. We welcome visitors. >. The Westminster Guild will meet at the home of Mrs. Ethel Miller on Concord Street. The Woman's Missionary So ciety will meet at the home of Mrs. Mary McGhee on Marsh Street Friday afternoon, April 29, at 3 o'clock.
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