PARAGRAPHICS CURRENT NEWS AND OPINION (By X. Mabie Wright) A New Way To Take Medicine Awful T.B. Gilpin Still Going Did It Ring? We Fill Another Big Position Original Poro What is the galvanoset? It is the new electrical device which forces medicine through the skin to the affected part. No waste of drugs. No interference with digestion. No bad taste in the mouth. Of all the inventions this galvanoset is the thing we have been waiting for. We know that we need the castor-oil, the Epsom salts, the quinine, the Scott's Emulsion and the other "bah-bah" physics, but we have always objected to routing them by way of the mouth, throat, and esophagus. The nasty stuffs. Now we defy them all; and the next thing in order is to erect a monument to the inventor of the galvanoset. A good man will not be downed, - [and?] so Roland Hayes again. Thanks for Erskine M. Brooks, in "Civic Opinion," for this heartfelt expression. Says Mr. Erskine: "I have heard and read a good deal about the appreciation of art for art's sake, but I never thought I should live to see it in Louisville as I have in the past hour during the Roland Hayes concert just ended. "There stood a black man, of the pure Negro type and small in stature and appearance, who held spellbound for more than an hour an audience of as many cultivated white men and women as could be packed into the first floor of Macauley's Theater, and also on the stage, by the magic of his [voice?] in the [illegible] of a program of music in [various?] [illegible] including a number of 'Negro [spirituals?] And the way that same audience, made up of the best people in town, applauded each number was astonishing. "All the while too the singer took it as modestly as if he were only a spectator. It was as fine an example of the appreciation of art for art's sake as I ever saw." Our old enemy, the T.B. Him we still have with us. And the death rate is higher among us than it is among them. In Kentucky tuberculosis takes 116 per hundred thousand of our white friends while at the same time it's toll among us is 326 out of every hundred thousand. Too bad in both cases. We do not need scientists, doctors, nurses, and sociologists to tell us now that there is no use at all of so much sickness. Human ignorance, neglect, laziness, superstitution, uncleanliness and hardheadedness are largely responsible for this high percentage of illness and death. Charles Gilpin of "Emperor Jones" fame is playing in "White Mule." The name of the star and that of the play ought to make a doubly strong drawing card. No Liberty Bell rang. Or should we say, No Liberty Bell rang? Every once and awhile along comes some one with a sledge hammer and demolishes another one of our pet historical stories. Or tries to. The story of how the old Liberty Ball rang - the boy said, They've done it; ring, ring! and the old man - The story thrills even now. Let's refuse to believe that Liberty Bell did not ring. Clayton T. French has been appointed Deputy Attorney-General of the state of New York. Yes he is a Negro. To settle that point. His salary is $6,000 per. But that's not the main thing. More pleasing is the contemplation that Mr. French has prepared himself to enter the Open Door, and that hundreds are doing likewise. More agreeable is the reflection that the other people are growing in grace, justice and humanity. Judge George, Senator Roberts, Attorney General French. Real judges, senators, and attorney-generals by training, election, and the grace of God. That's not a poor four month's work. Poro College has a head of its own. It blazes out its own way and makes out its own program. (Continued on page 8) 
Mammoth In Annual Meet STOCKHOLDERS' FIRST LEGAL RESERVE SESSION Company To Declare Second Dividend As Stock Company Within Year The first annual meeting of the stockholders since the Mammoth Life and Accident Insurance Company was placed on a Legal Reserve basis, was held in the Company's assembly room at 3 o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Stockholders were present from every section of Kentucky. The meeting was called to order by Attorney W. H. Wright, Chairman of the Board of Directors. Following prayer by Dr. L. G. Jordan and reading of the minutes by the Secretary, Mrs. J. M. Smith, the President, Mr. H. E. Hall, gave his annual address. In his presentation, President Hall covered the progress of the Company for the year 1924. His comparison of the Company's income of $296,000 for 1925 with that of over $352,000 for 1924, show a marked increase of over $60,000 in 1924 over 1923. Perhaps the most outstanding point made in this connection was the fact that the Company for 1924 had a surplus of $35,610 66 for this year in spite of the fact that the Company declared a 7% dividend in June. This point was most interestingly noted by the stockholders - for certainly the Mammoth is unique in this respect: Re-organized as a Stcok Company in April, declaring a 7 1/2% semiannual dividend in June, and at the end of the year showing an increase of over $60,000 with a surplus of $35,000 and a dividend yet to be declared as of December 1924. This is a record to be proud of and the Stockholders who are the owners of the Mammoth were proud. They evidenced it. In the course of his report President Hall called attention to several of the contributing causes of the Mammoth's steady growth and accomplishment from year to year. One of these he (Continued on page 8)
ATTORNEY WRIGHT IS BAPTIST SEMINARY SPEAKER Mr. W.H. Wright, leading attorney and business man, the president of the American Mutual Savings Bank, was an honored speaker at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary last Saturday morning. Mr. Wright addressed the Cosmopolitan class which is composed of students from Australia, France, Hungary, China, Japan, Italy, Mexico and Palestine. In fact every race was represented except the Negro. In the course of his speech Mr. Wright made reference to the opportunities offered those who sat under his voice, that even though they were not American Citizens they enjoyed privileges and opportunities of that institution, denied full-fledged citizens of color. Insisting that they preach, teach and exemplify the Fatherhood of God and the brotherhood of man as well as that of one Lord, one faith and one baptism, he was optimistic about the future of the Negro, and the attitude of others toward him. In paying a tribute to the vision and achievements of the white man, Mr. Wright extoled the virtues of the Negro, and told of his remarkable progress in religion, education, business and in every other line of endeavor. Mr. Wright is the second colored citizen to be so honored by the Seminary.
INSURANCE OFFICIALS IN CITY Mr C.M. Hayes, President of the Gibraltar Life Insurance Co., of Indianapolis, and Messrs. J.H. Holloman, and A.J. Pullen, vice president and secretary-treasurer of the Pyramid Mutual Insurance Co., of Chicago, were in the city this week on business.
[photo] NOBLE SISSLE [photo] EUBIE BLAKE Shuffle Along, produced and starred by Noble Sissle and Eubie Blake was good; but The Chocolate Dandies, their latest work staged by Julian Mitchell end produced entirely under their personal direction, is the greatest possible conception of a snappy, musical, singing, comedy performance on the road. They are now playing to a packed house at the Macauley's Theatre at each performance. The whimsical story was written by Noble Sissle and Lew Peyton and the exceptionally melodious music and lyrics were by Sissle and Blake. They merit the titles of peers in the realm of writers, producers and stars in comedy opera, and made the best slections possible of stars for this play. Among the principal artists starring in the twelve scenes of the two act drama are Joe Smith, Jazz cornetist; Valada Snow, singer and cornetist; Ivan H. Browning, tenor soloist; W.H. Berry, George H. Jones, Jr.; and W.H. Hann, members of the quartette; Amanda Randolph, soloist; Lew Peyton and Jimmie Ferguson, comedians; Mildred Smallwood, toe dancer; Lottie, Gee, soloist; Elizabeth Welsh, Lee Randall, Russell Smith, Buster Miller, Howard Elmore.
Bootleggers and Gamblers Scored Bootleggers And Gamblers, White And Colored Responsible For Crimes, Says Dr. Bond 
In a letter to the daily press in which a comment is made on the fewer lynchings of 1924 over previous year, Dr. Bond of the Inter racial Commission charges that it is the criminal element of both races, the bootleggers, gamblers and other lawbreakers, white and colored who are responsible for most of the crimes committed and practically all inter-racial disturbances. Dr. Bond's letter in part follows: "It has been hoped by the State Inter-racial Commission that Kentucky, a border state and in many respects the most liberal in the South along many lines, would set the pace for the entire South in the matter of right race relations, including the crime of lynching and the administration of justice and fair play where members of both races are concerned. It is scarcely fair to hold the entire state responsible for the crime of lynching, as it is manifestly unfair to hold the entire Negro race responsible for its criminal element. Unfortunately, it is the criminal elements in both races, the bootleggers, gamblers and other law-breakers, white and colored, who are responsible for most of the crimes committed and for practically all of the inter racial disturbances. These two elements in our state form the principal points of contact between the races, while the better classes of white and colored people remain too far apart and out of sympathy and touch with each other. It is, therefore, of supreme importance that the law-breaker, bootlegger and the gambler, whether white or black be put out of business, and no group is more largely involved in this matter of law enforcement than the Negroes themselves. They, of all people, should have no part with the violators of law whether of their race or of another race, and should use every legitimate means to put such law-breakers out of business. This should be done as a matter of self-protection as well as upon the ground of loyalty to the state. The writer herein makes an appeal for a finer and more active spirit of inter racial good will and co-operation between the races here in Kentucky for this new year and expresses the hope that new and vital points of contact may be formed between the better classes of white and colored people such as have already been formed between the worst elements in both races."
FATHER CYPRIAN SEND SUBSCRIPTION January 14, 1925 The Louisville Leader: Enclosed please find check for ($2) two dollars in payment of your valuable paper, "The Leader," which you are so kind to send me. Wishing you greatest success. Sincerely yours, Fr. Cyprian St. Peter Claver [Chapel?]
Mexican Woman Bears Twelve Children Wife of Forester is in Critical Condition; Case Has No Parallel in Country
MRS. BALLARD RETURNS; LOCAL CHAPTER HONORED Mrs. Wilson Ballard has returned from New York City, Washington, and points East. Mrs. Ballard attended the Delta Sigma Theta Grand Convention in New York City, representing the Local Chapter. A distinctive honor was paid the chapter of Louisville when Mrs. Ballard was elected Chaplain of the Grand Convention. This chapter also claims one of the National officers, in the person of Miss Alzada Singleton.
DON'T CATER TO THE NEGRO TRADE, SAYS MR. EDWARD PERRY OF DURAND & PERRY CO.
The representative of The Leader called in to solicit advertising at the DuRand and Perry Company, 538-540 South Fourth Street, and when interviewing Mr. Ed. Perry, manager of the firm he asked, "Your paper goes to the colored trade, does it not?" When told yes he replied, "We don't cater to the colored trade. If some of these white people should come in here and see some colored person trying on some of these things, they would get mad."
DuRand and Perry Company handle ladies' lingerie, hosiery and shoes. Usually a woman buys lingerie according to her measurements and hosiery by the quality of material. Neither of these goods are usually tried on by the purchaser in the store. The Boston Shoe Company, Dan Cohen Co., Walk-Over Shoe Co., Crutcher and Starks, Levy Brothers, Loevenhart, Sales Jewelry Shoppe, Federal Clothing Stores, Bensinger Outfitting Co., J. Bacon and Sons, Heick's Hardware Company, and other advertisers in The Leader, want the Negro trade and cater to it. Do not hesitate to patronize them and tell them you saw their advertisement in The Leader. They don't just take your money because you come to buy.
In response to Mr. Ed. Perry's declaration, the representative respectfully said, "Thank you Mr. Perry for the information, I will send you a copy of our next week's issue."
A.M.E. ZION BISHOPS TO MEET Oashington, D.C., Jan. 15. - The Board of Bishops of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church will hold their Mid-winter meeting in Charlotte, N.C., Jan. 14, 15, and 16, 1925. It is expected that all of the 12 Bishops of the denomination will be in attendance exvept Bishop C.C. Alleyne, of New York City, who, with his wife and a coterie of missionaries, sailedl for the foreign work in Africa, a few days ago, where his Episcopal headquarters will be for the nert four years. Most of the general officers of the church and scores of pastors, from various sections of the country, will be in attendance at the Charlotte meeting next week. A review of the financial situation of the denomination including the receiving of the final reports of the recent $25,000 drive for foreign mission work, and the formulating of plans to further extend the church, through evangelistic efforts, in the Home and Foreign Field, will be among the matters taken up by the forthcoming Bishops' meeting. Bishop P.A. Wallace of Brooklyn, N.Y., will preside over the deliberations.
Miss Lucile Fitzpatrick of the Mammoth office is at the Red Cross Hospital today undergoing an operation.
GAMBLERS AND SPORTS OUIT TO HEAR MISS KEYS "If I be lifted up I will draw ALL men unto me." - Jesus Christ. The above text was clearly demonstrated when the pool halls operated by Messrs. Ed. Henderson and A.B. Brown at 15th and 16th and Prentice, respectively, were closed last week and the frequenters and owners attended the revival services now being held at Young's Chapel A.M.E. Church, 15th and St. Catherine St., by Evangelist Martha Jayne Keys. Nine converts and six back sliders have been added to the church during the meeting. Dr. W.E. Spillman, pastor, and the official board are shouting for joy over this remarkable demonstration of the power of God's word. The pool halls have been in the neighborhood for a number of years. The names of the additions appear in "Join God's Army" column of this paper. Mr. George Alexander, 1637 W. St. Catherine is clerk of the church. Miss Irene Miles, 1620 Prentice St., is representinf The Leader at the church.
THE WILLIAMS SINGERS The World Famous Williams' Singers who appeared before a large audience at Quinn Chapel last night, will appear at Wesley M.E. Church, Jeffersonville, Ind., tonight, the Bethel A.M.E. Church, New Albany, Monday night and the Bethel A.M.E. Zion Church, Bardstown, Ky., Tuesday night
"Rumors False" Colvin No Discrimination Against Race Children--Same Opportunities And Treatments For All At Children's Home, Says Superintendent
"The Louisville and Jefferson County Children's home is open to white and colored children. The colored children in the institution are accorded the same opportunities and given the same treatments that are provided for the white. No discrimination of any sort is felt or practiced against them," says Superintendent George Colvin, in a letter to the editor of The Leader in reply to rumors to the contrary, relative to the institution's attitude toward colored children. Mr Colvin's statement to the public follows: "The Louisville and Jefferson County Children's Home has been established by the people of Louisville and Jefferson County for the purpose of taking care of homeless children, and of all children who are not properly supervised in their own homes, and of children who otherwise might become criminals. This school is open to white and colored children alike. The colored children in the institution are accorded the same opportunities and given the same treatments that are provided for the white children. No discrimination of any sort is felt or practiced against them. The colored boys that we have are happy and are making splendid progress. There seems to be current an impression that this institution refuses to receive colored girls. It is this impression that I wish to correct. This Institution receives every child admitted to it by the Juvenile Court, whether white or colored, male or female. At the present time we have two colored girls. For several months we had no colored girls at all. This came about in the following manner. When I took charge of this Institution some twelve months ago, there were twelve colored girls in it. These twelve colored girls had been here on an average of three years. They were entitled to parole or release, and they were paroled or released in exactly the same way that white children are paroled or released. When these colored girls were all paroled or released, it left us without any colored girls. There was no reason for continuing the employment of the people who had cared for these girls. In this way, I think the impression got abroad that we were refusing to receive colored girls. I want your people to know that we will do just as much for colored girls as we do for colored boys, and that we will do just as much for the colored children as we do for the white children. We will be glad to have any of your people visit our school at any time so that they may know exactly what our plans and policies are." GEO. COLVIN, Superintendent.
New Year's Gift to Old Leader Subscribers; Per Copy Sale Increased 500 In December Among the hundreds of city subscribers to The Leader are many who have received the paper several years, but failed to pay the renewal subscription as it became due. Some, therefore, owe for 3, 4 and 5 years. These persons are to receive a receipt in fall as a New Year's gift. That is if they will pay at the office or to the Leader Collector the $2.00 due for 1924 before March 1, and promise to pay $2.00 for 1925 before the year is out. To Put Names in Paper There are those among our readers who pay the boy for the daily papers every Monday morning, but have either completely ignored the many appeals thru The Leader columns, the letters and cards mailed or have allowed the matter to slip their attention. For fear that the above proposition may not claim the attention of all, if there are any who owe for more than one year who fail to make some kind of response before March first, after that date their names and the amount they owe will be published in The Leader until it is noticed by them.