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; _ \ J ? * ' VOL. XIV?NO. 2. "H! /" Boy Preacher At Allen i >::: 4" EVANGELIST HA1 Sensational Subject Main Feature Evangelist Harvey A. Green, noted Boy Preacher will appear at : Allan 1 Iniir^-o,*., A f7.r>nl VlllTClOiVJ ilUVJUV/l IUIII I . %J\J p.m., Sunday. . _ t FOURTH WEEK HERE Saturday ni?.ht will end the; Boy Preacher's fourth week a t. Chappelle Station A. M E church where overflowing crowds attend ed his services nightly. Beginning at 3, now 17 Rev. Green, the 17 year old Boy Preach er is reported to have preachedl at the age of 3 and began "Faith! WINNSBORO NEWS Amamg the thrilling games of basketball that opened the season this year was that played between Firfley Hi and Fairfleld County Training school of Winnsboeo, Fridays evening in the new Finley Hi gym. All of Chester ii?- and neighboring cities turned out to see the sight. At one time is the flrst half it seemed that there would be a scoreless game but laker the ball began to find its way into the basket. Taller1 players aind long range making of baskets made the games result in a score 7 to 15 for the girls and 14 to ? 85 for the boys both in favor of Fitrfpey Hi. That dan't happen again. _ There was a splendid crowd out at St. Paul Bant ehuroVi wit ness Communion services last ^Sunday. Among our ? visitors w<fre Miss Eberezy Woodard who has been living in New Jer- " ey and Deacon L. H. Hudson of Augusta, Ga. He made two very timely talks, -one---to--the Sunday school ahcf the other to tha ~ church. Mrs. Ed. Lyles iw very sick at this Writing. She is in the Pryor hospital, ^ Chester to undergo an operation! We hope that sh? will do well. fWhile in Chester on business last week, Prof. W. A. Roes,. Misses L. L. Smith, H. F. Patton and Willie B. McCullough had the good pleasure of inspecting the new Finley High school, the classroom work, etc. We weTe miuch impressed with the plant and the very splendid work that Sgl. - is being carried on there. One of the most interesting and the most outstanding pieces of work- mot d was that of a unit on Mexico worked out with the 6th grade by Mrs. S. h. Finley. It will pay any teacher to visit Mrs. Finley'a clasg and hear it answer almost every question about Mexico. Mr. Robert Russell, one of our fine citizen* of this town departad thi* life at his home on Ceraa- " ter> - street Hast week and }waa funerallzed at St. Paul Baptist church amid a - large and sorrow, _ ing crowd Sunday, 8lh inst at 2:00 p.m. Rev. J. C. Hilton read the 90th Psalm; Rev. Simons led ?in prayer; Miss Alice Mclhtosh read the obituary amd the sermon was delivered in a most orderly and extraordinary manner. Mr. Russell leaves a loving wife 10 children; a mother and a host of relatives and friends to mourn his loss. Miss Thomas and Mrs. Frances Davis of Rock Hill accompanied Prof. F. El-Mcintosh through our town last* week-end to Columbia and return. Mrs. Janie Lyles and her daugh ter Josephine are both very much indisposed at this writing. BENNETTSVILLE NEWS Tha schools hn. our county reopened Monday morning with a lwrge number of new students. All of our high school teachers returned from a pleasant yaea\ .,4 1 ~ . ... \ ^ V t-mp . Univ. Sunday Night - -~v . . ' RVEY A. GREEN Healing" when 4 years old* Friday night, Jan. 13th at the Chappelle Station AME church, Pine and Senate streets, he will preach "The Tall Brown Skin Wo " man Who Made the Preacher Lay His Bible Down." On Saturday night, Jan. 14th, the Boy Preacher will conduct his final healing: service in the city from 9 to 10 p. m. At the Allen University Auditorium 7:30 Sunday night, Jan. 15th the youthful Evangelist "will preach. Subject: "His Wife I n Another Man's Arms.' A Gospel chorus will sing. tion. The friends returned to their jobs in the North. Miss Lena Mae Murry of Sumter, returned home Monday a.m. after spending a week or more in the city with her sister, Mrs. Marion J. Ellebee and family. While her# she . made a number of friends who regret to see her ~ leave. Mi *s Beipn'ne McDaiiel spent] a few hours in the city Monday p.m. frcm her school work at Oher'aw. She reported a lovely Christmas vacation in the Capi tal City with relatives, and friends the house guest of Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Lucas and family; Mr. and Mrs. A. R, Rayonr,, Mr. and Mrs- W Henderson. Mr and Mrs. John son, Mr and Mrs. Smith, also Miss Sanders. . The. .miscellaneous shower given. Jn honor of our new couple, Mr. H. Blackmond and Miss Malerkie, during the Christmas period was carried out nicely. A large " number 0f friends witnessed the social. Valuable gifts were criven. Wn 4avp1? ,???_ pie a longr^happV-saih through- r life. The Carolina?Singers from Johnson C. Smith univfcrsity\ Charlotte. N. C., rendered an excellent -program at the Mintrum Sunday p.m. They also made a pop call at the'Tiome of'the reporter. Service at Shiloh church Sunday a.m. was very interesting. The "father" of the Baptist church, Rev. F. W. Prince of Cheraw was m the~ city. He delivofred the morning sermon to a packed house from Judges 16:20. He is a real active preacher in every respect. This began his 60th year in the ministry. We are delighted to see him any and all times. The Golden Gate Singers were at Evans Chapel A. M. E. Zioui church Sunday 3:30 p.m. Quite a number of people witnessed the musical program. They collected $54.00 at the door. Rev. and Mrs. J. C- Cox was "futt of gmttes with the "nice crowd. Rev. W F. McCoy was a little indisposed last week. He- is slow ly improving. Mrs. Dora L. Bristow arrived home from N. C. where she, spent a lovely Christmas with her husband, Mr. J. W. Bristor. Mr", and Mrs. Mcknight dnd Mrs. Shields of Cheraw were in "the city Sunday, house gfuests of their parents, Mr, and Mrs. John Prince. Miss Ordana Prince left Moreday for Befnedict college after a few days of illness. Our sick friends are: Mr. McClauin, Miss Sutton and Mrs. Anna Grace. Mrs. Olivia Duekett and Mrs. Maggie Robinson of Cheraw wera in the city Sunday p.m. \frs. Norma Heatiei afnd Mr. Nick Nicholai were quietly joined in happy wedlock Saturday evening. Mrs. Nimiie Edwirds ?TFiv?r home from N. Y. City last week and after spesding a few weeks with her children, Mr. and Mrs. . 1 I rs ' Pttlt ~ ~ ?COLUMBIA, SOU Rev. Wm. Powns Returns to Air f] Tune in Friday night at 8 p.m. t] and hear Rev. W. M. Downs con-1 w ducting his regular^hinrh^ ser-j ft areth Baptist chtrrch, located at ? the corner of Gervais and Lagree streets. We extend to you a cordial invitation to be with us. ? The broadcast was made possible by contributions from the fol s lowing persons: Mr. Frank Gibbs, c' TUT,. Mr a ur T_ ? - it Patterson, Mr. Willis Johnson, ^ Mr. William W. Holley, Mr. W.M. u Manigault, Mr. J. Sylvan. First Nazareth Junior Choir, Mr. Frank ? Quinn and two friends. ~ h We want these friends to feel a that this is the biggest Thank s, Yuu thfey^haVe ever received, ?~c\ NOTICE !!1 . ' A " b< Organ Department Opens at Allen ^ Univwsity - ? 0 Persons interested in the study of the organ, may take advantage -iy of the opportunity offered at Al- tc len University. The Department M will open at the beginning of the second Semester, Jan. 24, 1939. Persons desiring conferences re relative to the study of the organ s may contact the Director of the A Music Department. F. P. ABRAHAM, Diiector g E. H. McGILL, President n NEWS IN AND AROUND c WASHINGTON e - li Washington, D. C.?Next week the headline of this column will . be changed to Who's Who in Washington, D. C. From South Carolina. So look for some o f | j; your relatives and friends' names a and what they are doing. j The weather around the National Capital has been beautiful ( since Xmas, and .is enjoyed by all. n Some of the holiday visitors are.'^ Mr. O'Neal I>ean of Greenwood, t S. C. and Mr." Wnr. d&fcan-of Asbury Park, N. J., were the Xnias guests of Mr. and Mrs. Wade P. Dean. " I 1 Messrs. B. K. Beltbn and W.j Mosby of Columbia, S. C., were . new year's visitors. | d Messrs. W. P. Dean and Perry s Fuller were new year's guests of r< Mr. and Mrs. Samuel L. Fuller of v New York. | b - Mi's. Joyce Jenkins of Columbia a stopped over awhile to see her brother and sister in law Mr. and ( p Mr-s, C. N. Jones. She was on her c way from Boston back home. I e The big fire has started on cap | o itol hill. Quite a shakeup is ex-' c pected. The dole for the District f of Columbia is to be cut, short, e this year, shorter than ever which v will make quite a difference be-, ii cause it was said that the depresj sion was unknown of in Washing-' ? ton for everyone was able to live, C dome. I To subscribe for The Palmetto T Leader call No. 5445. ~~~~ ~7.T~~ t PALMETTO CHAUFFEURS HOLDS ANNUAL MEETING i: On Wednesday night; January ^ 4, the Chauffeurs club held their ^ annual jpeeting for the election of officers." ^The following mm were _ elected to guide the- destinies of ? the club for 1939. ? Messrs W. M. Presslvy presi-lent; Nathan Dixon, V. president; . St. Julian Garrett, financial sec- .! retary; St. Clair Robinson, secretary and reporter; Edgar Clutts, Chr. Exec, board; Wilson J. Miles treasurer; Edward 'Wiles, chap- v lain. . ? The reports from the retiring * officers showed that the club had ! made a great stride during the year 1938 ab"d the future welfare _ looks even brightor under the L capable hands of the men elected. ? On^-Mdnday?night, January 9 ^ our installation services were held at the c^ub home. On no previous occasion has any affair, ever E came near the height of enter- f tainment that this occasion pro- 3 vtded. The guest speakers of the ev- ^ ening held everyone spellbound: ' Rev. Butler, Rev. Keftt, Dr. Mance ^ and Mr. Jakes. Each one if you ^ have ever heard?them, ean give -t you enough food for thought in F two minutes to last a mighty long * they were at their best. Mr. R. N. Rosborough ,mana- 0 ger of the Columbia district of v the Pilgrim Health and Life In- 0 suranee company installed the of- ! ficers, expressing his belief that 1 the "ship Will sail cm safely". i 1 ' x esumvnts were sevven Doun 1 tifully and that's where everyone f participated. c Space won't permit me to (five the whole program, but suffice to c say I'll be back again. In the I mean time we wish to extend a n cordial invitation to all clubs? t church or social?to use the facilities we have for your enjoy- ( ment. Asd we also thank those * that patronized us during the * year ivjjh. ? St. Clair Robinsom, reporter 8 L. Edwards. 1 f Mi?s Vivian Jonea" arrived home r from New York after spending f a few months In the State of f New York. ^ ? nrttx TO CAROLINA, SATURDA lack son-Black Weds Of interest to a wide circle of riends in the two Carolinas wer,e he Jackson-Black nuptials which rere solemnized -at ,St. John A. I. E. church, Marion, S. C., on ecember 29, 19.18 al live D'clOclT i the afternoon. Before the bridal party enter d three songs were very beautiully sung by Mr. Jams Hall, a I A11- .? * I.UV4CH1, ui rtuen university, accrmpanied by Professor Ferdinand sbr^ham, who has charge of the 'epartment of Music at Allen niversity, Columbia, S. C. At the "strains of Mendelssohn's 'edding march were heard, the ride ewter< d the church on the) rm of her father, Rev. J. M. Jack on. pastor of St -Tnhn A \T K I ftureh,?Marion She was met at-" le altar by the groom Mr Henry . Black, who was attended by the sst mas, Professor Thurbor Arm irorg, a member of the faculty f "Fayetteville State -.-Normal :hool, Fayetteville, N. C. and vere were joined, ia holy wedlock y the Rev. A. P Spears of Sum- >r, S. C.. presiding elder of the [anon district. The pianist accompainied tfie lading of the ceremony with the weet tones of McDowelll's "To Wild Rose".. The bride was very exquisitely owned in white chiffon velvet,! lade on princess lines and wore a 1 ridal veil with a wreath of I range blossoms neatly arrrhg I d on a tiera; her flowers were ilies and fern. The matro nof honor, Mrs. Julia Connelly-Brooks .of Sumter, wore dress of wine chiffon velvet, a 'OfirTe?ostrich feather?on the' icad, silver, slinpers ard carried hnnmiot rvf TilS- - -- < v/4. ia.iani<8'] 1 USfS and .lilies cf the Valley. The ring1 bearer, little Alexine Element, two year old daughtei f Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Clement of 'harleston, S. C., was daintily atired in aqua green taffeta, with owers to match on her head. The bride's mother was gowr.ed i black satin with a bouquet of 'alisman roses.. _ The church was very beautifully iecorated with ivy vines interpersed with pink rose buds aound the altar and the arch from i'hich hung silver bells, with a ack ground of green shrubbery nd pink rose buds.The bride v?s graduated from tllctn university in Columbia, S !., where she was very active is xtra-curricula activities. She is rganist of Mt. Zion A. M. E. hurch and is a' member of the acuity of the William F. Holm's school in Florence, S. C. in - hich place she has been teach ig for several years. The groom is a graduate; .of II r>ivr>> <itvr in PalnicrVi M a member of the Omega -Psi 4h?fratei nityy- chairman of the ligh School Group of the N. C. ^eachei's' association; and is now caching at the F. E. Smith High chorol, Fayetteville, N. C. "? After the ceremony a reception ras held at the parsonage in. lonor of the riewlyweds, which vas largely attended by friends oth in and out of the city. The couple left immediately for 'arboro, N. C., the .grooms home tnd o-tner pcrunta to spend their oneymoon. EMPLOYEES FETED 3Y EMPLOYERS A New Year's dinner party vas, given at the Home of John ind Wilhelmenia Wright, 1511 luger street. The elaborate dinver~was furnished by employers amilies: Mr. J. S. Fair, Pendleon?Str; Mr. J. S. Farr, Jr. Monoe St, and Mr. E. Farr, Kilbourne 3ark. This was a new year's rift for their faithful services of he year. As the guests arrived each one ave a toast by raising their wine glasses wishing much happiness tnd prosperity fr/r the new year, tfter all guests arrived the young | wi .111. <11111 mm, tviiKiib, diss Lillian, invited the party to he dining roorrj where the table vas- spread in white linen. In he center was a glass reflector tiled high with variety of fruits, 'oinsette flowers, four sHver rein leers and re hursing candles in ilver holders were used for decrations. Famcy paper caps were rorn by each guest. Prayer was ffored by Mr. John Wright. The nenu: Roast Turkey, rice, dressng, jiblet gravy, asparagus tips, Srglish pe)i** artichoke > relish, ranberry sauce, lettuce, tomatoes ruit salad and pound cake, hot offeg and rolls. At the end of the evening priz$ were drawn. Won by Georgia Ilia Mitchell, white wool gloves nd a carton of cigarettes won by "Ictcher Noble. The guests were Gi^ce Sanilets, Elizabeth Hafrdy, Getorgia Clla Mitchell, Mr. and Mrs. Jameo Coleman, Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher 4oble, Mr. and Mrs. Johs Wright ind daughter, Lillian. At the close of the evwning the ruest? declared the party was one >f the happiest and are looking 'orward to next year as the afair is promised to be an annual fathering. t * ??ea Y, JANUARY 14, 1939 Seventy-five Years of REV. GEO. W. BABER DR. E. H. McGILL The seventy-fifth year of Nci?rc time and place of the A. M, E, -gro Progress Exhibition". South of Allen university; Dr. J. McKe the Palmetto Leader and Dr. Ge< Through the Negro Press of tl this state,-will be set up as a fea general chairman of the .Negro E: EBENEZER A. M. E. CHURCH J^ev. D. N. Wilson, Pastor Charleston?Sunday was a very beautiful day. A very largte- - appreciative audience attended all services. The morning worship was conducted by Rev. Wilson. Scripture lesson, Job 34:1-21; text Job 34:21; subject: "The eyes of the Lord is upon you." From this sermon we learned that it behooves us all to be very careful how we live. Sunday school was held at 3:00 o'clock. A very large crowd was present. An interesting Bible base ball game was played by the IT" dolts', senior and intermediate de partment*. The highest score was made by Miss Henrietta Simmons A very lively League meeting -was- conducted?at. its usual houy. The evening worship began a t 7:30 sharp. Scripture lesson Rev, 10:1-12: text Rev. 10:12. subject: Amen and Hallelujah. This ser:mon was delivered ;bv Rev, L. C. Franklin Miller, member of the New "England Conference AWE Church. Boston. Mass, Editor and Publisher of "Miller's Who's Who in the A. M. E. Church. The "senior choir served and sang beau tifully during the .day. A large number of visitors were present at all services and were made welcome by both pastor and congregation. * Pi eroding the morning sermon. Rev. Wilson reud and explained to the congregation, ten Don't* that will help take them safely through 1030, if they should use them as their guide, nnmolv 1. Don't stay from church. 2. Don't bo one to pull down 3. Don't bo a false witness. 4. Don't look for the mot^-in your brother's eye. 5. Don't be a church knocker. "6. Don't?ha a?fault-6nder.7. Don't be a wolf in sheep'-* clothing. 3. Don't see only 'I' all the time. 9. Don't be a church rider. I 10. Don't seek to clean your neiehbors home all the time. ABBEVILLE NEWS St. James A. M. E. Church Rev. E. F. Johnson .Pasto*" Sunday school opened at its usual hour with a largre percentage present. The lesson was reviewed by Mr. Chalmers as the superintendent was absent. At 11:30 o'clock the pastor rendered a sermon that was enjoyed by all. Mrs. Ida Bryant was homaover the holidays. We an glad to know that Mr. Jim Chiles is Tetter and up apfain Mr. James Howland was here over the holidays. Grace Chapel A. M. E. SunI . J f . ' '* \ . ^ : l i, tttt I , ^ , PRICE: Fl\ Negro Progress. Expos ?t-?I REV. J. M. H DR. GEO. A. SINGLET Ok i freedom will be celebrated in Detro General Conference. The celebration Carolina delegat es elected to the ( nzie Harrison of the Samaritan Her >. H. Singleton ol the Christian Reo ie states a state exhibition, represon ture of the exposition in Detroit. G ^position. day school opened at its usual . hour, .the lesson was beautifully" taught and reviewed by-Pro. H . A. Ashe. I ' Friends of Rqv. and Mrs. R. H. \ Greene will be delighted to know c ' they are progressing remarkably t j on their new work in Goldsboro } N. C. I Mr. and Mrs. William Wa Vk ^ ^ ' announce the birth of a fine son. * William Jr. We are sorry to hear of the death of Mr. Rostrm * I Johnson sister-in law at Calhoun ? I Falls. The bereaved family have 0 our deepest sympathy. I Mrs Estella Latimer made a visit to Belton, S. C.. for a few ^ I hours. a ] The Adult Night school at A. i , C. T. 6. is progressing wonder v fully under the excellent direction A of Miss Nance H. E. teacher. New fu members are invited. i Mr;?J:?Pr?Besson - spent- the Christmas holidays with his pis- I ter, Mr. Queen Freeman. Miss jRosa L. Freeman And Mr. Willie a Walker spent the Christmas hoi- r idays.in Leesville with friends. s They reported a,.very pleasant ^ trip. Mr. Jesse Freeman is ill" , at his home. Hope for him a speedy recovery. ^ CARLISLE NEWS ; Sunday was a very beautiful * day. All of the church poors were 1 * seen going to their respective , churches. Due to the illness o f . Rev? H. E. Hillian, pastor of Wil-J h liam Chapel AME Zion church, .the Rev. W. R. Jeter brought to. r the-congregation a splendid mes-j^ J , sage during the morning service, ' I which everyone enjoyed. For the' i evening service Rev. L. M. Tobin I brought to the congregation an-. ' other soul stirring sermon which i was enjoyed by all. , The whole town was saddened | 1 by the death of one of our old, 1 God sent Hi? guiding angel on I , Tuesday Jan. 3 at 6 oclock and 1 , took him home to rest. He was < j funeralized Saturday afternoort at x , at the Mount Eden A. M. E. .'church, by Rev. J. M. Dawkrns. I 1 j Interment, was in the Hills cem- 3 etery He leaveo to mourn his pas 3 sing six sons, two nieces, three, 3 grand children and a host of rel-l 3 atives and friends. We feel that: 3 our hoss has been Heaven's pain 1 1 . Sleep on Brother Hopkins and I take yaur rest, we loved you, but M God loved you best. Mrs. Ellen Enplish. Miss Bor-1 1 nice Biowne, Mr. Wilson Enplish 3 little Lou Ellen Uddian and Mr. 1 Ervin Coleman were delightfully! I entertained at a Tea Friday ev- 3 eninjt by Mrs. Lizzie English in 3 Union. 13 _ We are still nraving for those ( . on the sick list: Mrs. Carrie A.| 3 ( Chick. Mrs. Nellie Jeter, Mrs. Liz 3 zie Thomas and Rev. 3H. E. Hillian.; - r i- # ition in Detroit, Mich. \ * *'4 ARP.ISON -;". j HI I j PROF. GEO. H. HAMPTON , it, Mich.. May 1940 at the same is known as "75 Years of Ne \'P>>sition are Dr. E. H. McGill aid; . Prof. Geo. H. Hampton of order. tative of the Negro progress in eorge W. Baber of Detroit, is . ST. MATTHEWS NEWS By Mrs" Jemima Mitchell Sun ay boinc a?beautiful " day ? cas appreciated by the large r.OWlls that ?.vw MVU CVl * IV.O <X t he viiiious churches. Bethel A. I.E. church Sunday s.hool was iuned at- the1 a.-ual time by the fupt. Prof. J. A. Ford. After a borough discussion cf the lesson V.t 11' o'clock Rev. J. C. Coaxum ook charge and delivered a soul timing sermon that left every ne spiritually revised. ~ The Sunday-?chot?h ef?the St. tfatthews Baptist church opened ,t 10:30 o'clock with Supt. J. A. 'h:\ppelle on duty; the school and ts teachers discussed the lesson cell. After devotion^^erviqe Rev. V. W. Toonu'r preachec} a wonder il sermon which will be long re nembered ,by all who were presnt Al the evening -services the lev. ,T. C. Coaxum and part of :is congregation were present; tnd Rev. Coaxum preached anoth wonderful sermon. He emphaized the point of cooperation be ween the churches in the comn unity. The Faithful Star Club met at he home of Mrs. Charley Zeigler Vleeting called to order by Mrs. VI i nnie J ones acti ng pre? i d ent. VIrs. Zeigler took charge of the ! levotions, after which the house ,vas opened for business. After he reports offering was taken. The club was -dismissed. Mrs. Mildred C. Jones has re:urhe,i to New York after spend ng two weekfj with Mrs. Mary Sanders,. Mr. Clarence. Owens is home to V,r. > ...v. uimiis inuiiy irjena* iftor undergoing an operation at he Orangeburg hospital. WEEKLYREPORT IN RICH- ~ LAND MAIL SALE Listed -below are the contribuors in the Richland Mail Sale of Hhristmas Seals during the past veck: <? Mrs. Amy Nathan $1.00 Rev. and Mrs. I>. C. Jenkins 1.00 VIrs. Mamie L. Thompson . .. 1.00 Mr. and Mrs. M.L. Raiford _1.00 Miss Melba Lawrence _ 1.00 Mr. and Mrs. Walter Green .. .50 Miss Delphino Bradley 1.00 rtev. J. B. Eliott 2.00 Mr. Thomas Martin 1.00 iss Jennie Young _ 1.00 Vliss Amanda Starnes 1.00 Or. and Mrs. H.H. Cooper 2.00 Mr. and Mrs. R.L. Simons 1.00 Ftev. and Mrs. W.C Sanders 1.00 Mr and Mrs. Albert Glover 100 ? Mr. Joseph Pelot 1.00 J Mr. R. E. Jones .25 is. Rosetta McGhee __ 1.00 'jB Pood Samaritan Hospital __ l.QQ jjk Mr. and Mrs. F.N. Fitzpatrick 1.60 Mr. Spencer Jehnings 50 * ? . Total $21.25