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The Africo - American Presbyterian REV H. L. McCROREY, D.D., LL.D., Editor W. E. HILL, Auocisto Editor WILLIAM S. ANDERSON, Bnainon Manager Devoted to tho Educational, Mate rial, Moral and Religious interests of our people in the South, and pub lished at Charlotte, N. C., every Thursday. TERMS OF SUBSCRIPTION Single copy, one year .$1.50 Six months .75 Three months .50 Entered at the Post Office at Char lotte, N. C., as second-class matter. THURSDAY, MARCH 4, 1937 THE GIFT TO DR. GASTON The grift of a gold watch to Dr. John M. Gaston by the Workers’ Conference was a fit ting testimonial of appreciation of his fine service to our South ern work during the past quar ter of a century. His sincerity and personal contact with the workers have perhaps made him the most generally beloved Secretary this work has ever had. MRS. BETHUNE The largest audience of the Workers’ Conference greeted Dr. Bethune Wednesday eve ning, and she responded with a thrilling address. She was among old friends and gave a heart to heart talk. It was a great and unforgettable night. Those who heard this distinguished woman feel that the racial interests committed to her hands will be looked aft er faithfully, capably and with a deep sense of accountability. UALftS AT SUrKliiJUri COURT PROPOSAL The Pittsburgh Courier turned Democratic at the be ginning of the national cam paign four years ago and sup ported President Roosevelt with all the earnestness and enthusiasm of a; new, convert. Editor Vann’s service to the party was rewarded by his ap pointment as an Assistant United States Attorney Gen eral, which position he re linquished after a brief ten ure. However, the Courier continued to support the Pres ident until his proposal to re constitute the Supreme Court. With characteristic courage Mr. Vann has announced that he can not follow the President in his purpose to change this Court. It looks as if this is sue will be more stubbornly contested than any other now before the Congress. TO SIGNALIZE PROTESTANT FREEDOM Three celebrations are being planned for the summer of 1937, to be held in cities of France by the Society of the Histopr of French Protestant ism, in commemoration of the 150th anniversary of the sign ing by Louis XVI of the Edict of Tolerance according civil rights to Protestants. Benja min Franklin and Lafayette are named by the Society as among persons influential in obtaining that historic edict. The celebra tions will be held June 13, at the House of Calvin, in Noyon; June 27, in the Church of the Oratory, Paris; and September 5, at the Musee du Desert near Anduze. DIGEST SUPPLEMENT READY An additional Supplement to the Presbyterian Digest, con taining all the acts and deliv erances of the 1936 General Assembly appropriate for in sertion in the Digest, has been issued by the Office of the Gen eral Assembly at Philadelphia, and is obtainable on request by all owners of the Digest. March is the month designat ed for our churches to make the annual canvass among their members and secure pledges of support for the next Church year. Of course, the present Church year has a month to go, but it is pre sumed that all pledges for this period have been met, or, are on the way to liquidation. Let’s do our best to carry out the Church’s program. DR. MASTETR PRESIDENT WESTERN SECTION OF WORLD ALLIANCE Dr. Henry B. Master was elected President of the Western Section of the World Alliance of Presbyterian and Reformed Churches, meeting at St. Nicho las Reformed Collegiate church in New York City February 23-24. Discussion of the pro gram and plans for the quad rennial meeting of the Alliance in Montreal^ June 23-29, 1937, was a principal feature of the meeting. Reports and address es stressed the need of assist ance to the Protestant minori ties on the European Continent, struggling against political op pression and economic stress. Among the speakers were Dr. S. M. Cavert, Secretary of the Federal Council; Dr. E. Leslie Pridgeon, Montreal; Dr. William Chalmers Covert, Philadelphia; Dr. Arthur J. Brown, New YorkjJDr. John A. MacCallum, Rev. J. Maxwell Adams, and Dr. T. C. Pears, Jr., Philadel phia; and Rev. John H. Powell, Ph.D., Bronxville, New York. In the discussion of a remit from the Belfast Council on closer identification of women with the organization, Miss Bes sie MacMurchy, President of the International Union of Wo men’s Home and Foreign Mis sionary Societies of the Presby terian and Reformed Churches, presented the desires of the Union. The Section voted to recommend recognition of the Union, leaving to Council dis cussion the fixing of details. In accordance with custom, the American Section is this year called on to nominate the pres ident and vice-president of the Council for the next four years. Dr. Robert Laird of Toronto and Dr. G. H. Donald of Montreal were named for the respective offices. Montreal churches, un der the leadership of Dr. Donald, are making extensive preparation for the June meet ing. Sixty or more delegates from abroad will attend. The general theme for discussion will be “The Church in the Modern World.” 350TH ANNIVERSARY OF SETTLEMENT ON ROA NOKE ISLAND Raleigh, March 2.—Roanoke Island will this year be conspic uous in the news of the world by reason of the celebration of the 350th anniversary of the settling of Sir Walter Raleigh’s Lost Colony, which begins July fourth and continues through September sixth. D. B. Fearing, chairman in charge of arrangements, re ported while in Raleigh this week that requests for informa tion had come from the leading newspapers of London and oth er English cities as well as in America. Particular emphasis has been placed upon the settle ment of Roanoke Island because it marks the beginning of English civilization in^America. Oberammergau in Upper Ha vana, Germany, has long been noted throughout the world for the Passion Play, which at tracts people from everywhere. While the celebration of Roa noke Island will be marked by the presentation of a histo ric pageant, under the direction of Paul Green, it will differ completely from the Oberam mergau sacred pageant, but there will be a similarity in that it is planned to make the Roa noke Island Pageant an insti tution just as the Oberammer gau pageant. The celebration will be held at Manteo, the county-seat of Dare, which is now as accessi ble as any other county-seat in North Carolina. Formerly this point on the map of Eastern North Carolina was so com pletely isolated that it was sup planted in interest by the later settlements at Jamestown in Virginia and Plymouth Rock in Massachusetts. The three hundredth anni versary of the settlement of Jamestown was celebrated with an exposition at Norfolk, but it is not planned to make the celebration at Roanoke Island an exposition, or anything like an exposition, according to Mr. Fearing, although the restora tion of the old fort, the chapel and other buildings give to the historic spot a peculiar inter est, which will be enhanced by the presentation of the historic pageant. Not far distant is the Wright Memorial, marking the spot CONFERENCE COMMITTEES’ REPORTS THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Advisory Committee of the Board of National Missions is as follows: Revs. B. R. Smith, D. D., J. B. Barber, E. J. Gregg, D. D., F. C. Shirley, D. D., C. H. Shute, D. D., C. B. Allen, D. D., W. L. Imes, D. D., J. W. Ma noney, Dean L. S. Cozart, Mrs. J. G. Porter, Mrs. A. H. George and Mrs. H. W. McNair. The committee held its meet ings in the Y. M. C. A. Hall of Johnson C. Smith University in conjunction with the Nation al Missions Chairmen of Synods and Presbyteries, as well as apart. In the matter of the “appli cation of the standards in the Manual with special emphasis on the requirement of giving full time to the work of the ministry” the committee, after listening to statements from Presbyteries where ministers are engaged in other work, recommended that the depart ment of missionary operation conduct a survey of the whole field, and that during that time the Board take no further ac tion. The committee reported as follows to the Conference: The Advisory Committee gives expression to its hearty judgment that the following greatly important actions be emphasized before this Work ers’ Conference: 1. That the plan of holding a Promotion Day at the next Workers’ Conference, be warm ly encouraged. 2. That this Conference be apprised of the gratifying in crease in the number of church es that made a contribution to Benevolences this year over that of the previous year. Em phasis is urged upon churches that have not done so up to the present time, that they make a contribution to Benevolences before the end of the Church year, March 31. 3. That Lincoln’s Birthday and other Special Days of the Church year be observed and that an offering be taken for Missions on those days. 4...That the attention .of the Conference be directed' to the mission study topic for next year, “The Rural Church,” and of the opportunity for empha sizing our rural work in the Ne gro Synods. Respectfully submitted, B. R. SMITH, Chair. J. £. BARBER, Sec. CONFERENCE FINDINGS COMMITTEE’S REPORT It is the concerted opinion of this committee that the entire program of this conference dur ing this sitting has been so stimulating, broad and helpful that it is difficult to think of adding or subtracting anything without serious harm to the purpose and spiritual signifi cance of the same. From this meeting we believe we shall go away better in formed, greatly inspired and with a more serious purpose and attitude for our work. In view of what we believe will be some of the fine results of this meeting, we should like to ob serve first: That the Twenty-third Work ers’ Conference go on record as adopting Dr. Jesse Belmont Barber’s book, “A History of the Work of the Presbyterian Church Among Negroes in the United States of America,” as a study book for the young peo ple of our churches. We think this a timely sug gestion, because 1st, The book is concise. 2nd, The book is rich in its fine information con cerning the early development of Presbyterianism in the South. 3rd, We believe it will greatly inspire Negro youth. Second Observation We should like to observe, second, that the Conference should be complimented in widening its scope. It tends no longer to be interested in a localized program, but a pro gram ^that’s national in scope. With pride we are delighted with the presence of represen tatives of all the Boards and agencies of the Church shedding light on our problems. As a third observation we be lieve that with reference to where man first rose into the air in a heavier than air ma chine, and this is also a world renowned spot. such questions as Stewardship and Evangelism, a “panel dis cussion” may be a means of bringing out some very practi cal thoughts and suggestions. In this way many angles of the subject may be brought out that would not otherwise be brought to our attention. Fourth. In thinking through the needs of our churches, and thinking of this Conference as a source of information and a guide, we believe our next year’s program could, with a great deal of profit, consider several topics which would tend to lift the level of our churches. Our fifth and last observa tion is that, it seems feasible, wise and advisable that since there is a Woman’s Night, there may be also Men’s Night and a Conference Night. This observation should, it seems to the committee with regards to the men’s night, develop great er interest and enthusiasm, if the men (like the women) are given freedom in drafting their program. Respectfully submitted, The Committee: DR. J. B. BARBER, Chair. DR. G. W. LONG, DR. B. R. SMITH, MRS. WM. HINES, H. S. DAVIS, Sec. REPORT OF COMMITTEE ON RESOLUTIONS The 23rd Annual Conference of Presbyterian Workers has been informing, inspirational and beneficial to hundreds of men, women and young people, from as far West as Arkansas, as far East as the Atlantic Ocean, as far North as New York, and as far South as Tex as, and has been declared to be one of the best conferences for a period of many years. The things contributing to the great success have been many and the task of personally mention ing the sources from whom and whence such have come, is by far too great. ' The goodness, the guidance, the wisdom and the love of Al ifiighty God .have been witness ed by us. His spirit has hovered over us. God has given us the privilege of being workers to gether with Him in the promo tion of His Kingdom for all peo ple and has made our fellowship possible and profitable. We are indebted to our be loved director, Dr. John M. Gaston, for the fine Christian leadership he has injected into all our conferences, and for that abiding interest in us that has always proven true. To him we are very grateful. The Conference would not have been complete without a spiritual revelation of the Word of God: therefore, we express our gratitude to Dr. Hugh Leith for his informing and inspirational messages. The contributions of those who represented the Boards of the Church, both men and wo men, have been very definitely recognized, and to all of those who represented the Church at large, we resolve thanks. It is also the pleasant duty of this committee to give ex pression to the gratitude the members and friends of this Conference feel toward those who were instrumental in bring ing to the Conference America’s foremost Negro woman, Dr Mary McLeod Bethune. Oui gratitude to Mrs. Bethune is beyond expression. We resolve to her our thanks. To Johnson C. Smith Univer sity generally and to Dr. anc Mrs. McCrorey, specifically, we feel greatly indebted for theii generous hospitality, that seem ingly becomes sweeter as the years roll by. We wish to very sincerely make an expressior of our deepest gratitude tc those whose homes became ours and in whose homes we have found mental., and physi cal rest after days of toil. The music of the Conference has been up to the standard ii not better. Melodious strains have charmed our souls and ii would be difficult to exaggerate the debt we owe the singers anc directors from the following schools: Johnson C. Smitf University, Barber-Scotia Jun ior College, Brainerd Institute Harbison Institute, Coultei Academy and Arkadelphii Academy. To Dr. T. A. Long Prof. David Carroll, Miss Sut .. I I • ton and Rev. S. Q. Mitchell we are also grateful. The Committee feels that words of appreciation should be expressed to those whose parts on the program were ex ceptionally filled by them, es pecially the Rev. J. B. Barber, who gave us the benefits of his historical study of the Church, and to those who worked earn estly and untiringly that the 23rd Conference might be a success. Thanks to the Charlotte daily newspapers for publish ing the proceedings of the Con ference; also to the Revs. A. H. Prince and A. H. George for their untiring efforts in helping to provide homes for delegates. Committee: REV. J. D. TAYLOR, REV. L. W. DAVIS, REV. T. B. HARGRAVE, MRS. J. H. TOATLEY, THOS. A. JENKINS, Ch. DR. ARTHUR H. LIMOUZE ADDRESSES MEN’S FEL LOWSHIP IN CHARLOTTE Federation of Presbyterian Men Formed More than one hundred men of the Brandon, Brooklyn, Bid dleville, and Seventh Street Presbyterian churches gather ed at the Biddleville church Tuesday evening, February 23, at their annual Fellowship Din ner. Exceptional enthusiasm characterized the entire feta, with the Quintette of men from the Bidleville church furnish ing music. Elder A. E. Spears, of the Seventh Street church, presided with unusual dignity and interest. Dr. Arthur H. Limouze, Field Secretary of the Department of United Promotion under the General Council of the Presby terian Church, U. S. A., deliv ered the address to the men on this occasion. The address was challenging and profound in its application as he compared life to a ship upon the sea. Seldom have the men heard an address that was better calculated to stir them to definite action and to make them take life more seriously than this one. The speaker was introduced by Rev. A. H. Prince, pastor of Brook lyn church. ..' . iv It is worthwhile to note that at this Fellowship Dinner, an organization was formed—a Federation of all Presbyterian men in Charlotte and vicipity. This action was taken after a special committee reported on the advisibility of such. This organization has set up its temporary officers who are as follows: Mr. A. E. Spears, Pres ident; Mr. George McKeithan, Vice-President; Mr. Charles Graham, Secretary; Mr. Ed ward Brown, Assistant Secre tary, and Mr. Edward Smith, Treasurer. The Federation will meet quarterly. Several out-of-town guests were present to fellowship with the group. This was the fifth annual dinner given by the men in the four above named churches and this occasion is always anticipated each year with a great deal of inspiration and pleasure. The menu was appetizing, consisting of turkey, with all the accessories, coffee and ice cream and cake. A. H. PRINCE KIAMICHI PRESBYTERY The Spring meeting of Kia michi Presbytery will convene with Park View Presbyteriar church, U. S. A., at 7:30 P. M, April 15, 1937, in Hugo, Okla homa. The Standing Commit tees are requested to bring their written reports. The churches are demanded to pay in their full Benevolences to the Boards before March 31, 1937 All the churches of Kiamichi Presbytery must pay in theii assessments for General Assem bly, Synod and Presbytery be fore or at this session of Pres bytery. Those who are planning tc attend Presbytery, please noti fy the pastor, Rev. W. W. May le, D. D., or Mr. Joe Austin, sc that suitable homes may be provided on your arrival in the city of Hugo. If you prefer send your assessments imme mediately to the Treasurer ol Presbytery. JULIUS W. MALLARD, Stated Clerk. May silent thanks at least tc God be given with a full heart our thoughts are heard in heav en.—Wordsworth. CHURCH STREET CHURCH, SALISBURY By Com Lee Morton Church Street church enter tained the Yadkin Presbytery on Saturday, January 23. The Mattie Clark and Stephen Noble Circles were hostesses to the Presbytery and visiting Elders and Ministers from the city and other Presbyteries. On the following day, Sun day, January 24, the pastor, Rev. J. P. Johnsosn, spoke to the congregation from Galatians 4:7. “Wherefore thou art no more a servant, but a son; and if a son, then an heir of God through Christ.” The Young People’s Christian Endeavor Society met at 6:30 o’clock for their weekly meet ing. This meeting, as usual, was well attended by the young people and several adults of the church who show; a keen interest in the young people. The discussion for this meeting was directed by the president, Miss Helen Pearson. The topic for dis cussion was: “How May We Work for a Fair Distribution of Wealth?” The Mattie Clark Circle was hostess to the congregation of this church at a banquet on Friday, January 29. On Sunday, January 31, the young people observed Denomi national Day and began observ ing Christian Endeavor Week. The topic that was so enthusi astically discussed on this occa sion was, “What Do I Know About My Church?” Sunday, February 7, was set aside as Christian Endeavor Day. The topic for discussion was postponed until the follow ing Sunday. This meeting was a business one. Since the period set aside for the service of the present officers expired on this date, this meeting was given over to election and installation of new officers who are as fol lows: President, Cora Lee Morton; Vice-President, Frances Van Eaton; Secretary, Albany Moore; Treasurer, Rachel Mil ler. Chairman of Program Com mittee, Helen Pearson; Chair man of Social Committee, Eunice Clement,;, Pianist, Thel ma'Miller; Director, Mrs. Julia Hipps. On February 14 Rev. John son addressed the congregation from Joshua 23:8: “But cleave unto the Lord your God, as ye have done unto this day.” The Christian Endeavorers met at 6:30, Feb. 14, and dis cussed the topics, “Christian Youth Face the Future Togeth er,” and “How May the Bible Help Us in Daily Life?” These discussions were directed by the President, Cora Lee Morton. Rev. Johnson chose as a theme for the evening service, “The Wrong Request.” The Scrip tural text was Matthew 14:8, “And she, being before instruct ed of her mother, said, Give me here John Baptist’s head in a charger.” The congregation and all clubs and societies of the church made their contribu tion to the flood sufferers. This donation was sent through the name of the Presbyterian Church, U. S. A. MISS HELEN BAKER MARRIED In the presence of a few rela tives and friends, Miss Helen Baker became the bride of Mr. Raymond Thompson on Thurs day evening, February 11, 1937. The ceremony took place in Rendall Memorial Presbyterian church, New York City, at 8 o’clock. The officiating clergy man was the Rev. T. J. B. Har ris, D. D., pastor of the church. He was assisted by the Rev. Dr. L. B. West, a former pastor of the bride. The bride and groom entered together unattended. The bride wore a blue suit with accessories and carried a cor sage of roses. Mrs. Thompson is the young er daughter of Mr. and Mrs. 1 John Baker of Durham. She is ' a graduate of North Carolina : State College, and is on the staff , of the Y. W. C. A. of New York ■ City. Mr. Thompson is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Thompson of New York. He is a graduate of Sy racuse University. The couple will reside in New ► York. Fortune can take away rich es but not courage.—Seneca.
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