N.A.A.C.P. To Chall[enge] [F]lorida Primary Law
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Similar Statute Passed By Texas Legislature Cited
HONOR MEMORY OF DR. C. H. PARRISH. By Mrs. R. B. Butler. A most deserving honor was the unveiling of a slab in memory of Rev. C. H. Parrish, D. D., April 30, 3:30 p. m., at Calvary Baptist Church, sponsored by the Young People headed by Mrs. Mayme Morris. Music by Young People's Choir. Revs. Paul Cayce and Scott led the devotionals. Early history of the church by Mr. Louis Britt, Rev. Parrish was called as Pastor Sept. 27, 1885. He was ordained Jan. 3, 1886, by the following ministers: Revs. Wm. J. Simmons, T. T. Eaton, B. Mauly, J. H. Snow, C. H. Nash, J. D. Chapman, J. H. Wright, C. C. Bates, J. H. Lewis, J. C. Scott and David Anderson. Prof. H. B. Britt said Dr. Parrish was a loving kind and affectionate shepherd. A great preacher, with a great message, broad, unselfish, generous and helpful. He gave the best to the Master. Dr. J. R. Sampey, President Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, said Dr. Parrish as a member of the Baptist World's Alliance was appreciated, was held in esteem and admiration. His Christian character and how he held his place among all classes was great. Miss Emma Franklin sang "On my journey Home" with much feeling. Rev. W. P. Offutt spoke of Dr. Parrish as a religious leader, stating that Dr. Parrish's influence and worth was recognized in America and across the waters; said he knew Dr. Parrish as few men knew him, always helping people to press forward. As a citizen, Col. P. H. Callahan said Dr. Parrish was a man of worth, highly respected, along all lines, broad, dependable, and generally called in council in many instances with both races. He told of Dr. Parrish's trip to the Holy Land. He had heard him tell how the keepers of the ministers took pleasure in showing him around. He made friends easily and held his own with any audience. As an educator, Rev. L. A. Offutt knew him better than other men. Saw him under the most difficult problems of Simmons University. However tired or perplexed he kept a cool head. A business man, J. E. Smith said Dr. Parrish put himself out along any line that would promote good business. He was a staunch promoter of both Insurance Companies established by Negroes. Miss Sunshine Hawkins told how Dr. Parrish was a friend to young people, always patient, willing to listen and help. He was our pastor, father and friend. A telegram was read from Mr. Edd Axton expressing regrets. It was through Dr. Parrish that (Continued on Page 4) 
GREENVILLE CANDIDATE WINS PRIZE AS FIRST PERIOD OF CAMPAIGN ENDS. The first period of the Leader's annual subscription campaign in which a "Miss Louisville Leader" will be crowned in the Blue Grass and West Kentucky sections came to a close Wednesday. The three cash prizes of $5.00, $2.50 and $1.00 offered to the three candidates of both sections who reported the largest number of votes were won by the ladies of the West Kentucky section. Mrs. Floella Browning of Greenville was winner of the first prize of $5.00; Mrs. Nellie English, Louisville, second, $2.50 and Miss Equilla Jackson, Paducah, third, $1.00. Mrs. Alice Matthews of Bethel, Ky., moved into the lead in the Blue Grass and stood fourth among the contestants for the first period prizes. Other candidates in both the Blue Grass and West Kentucky sections were close up. See votes and standing on page 8.
Love Letters Get Him Asylum Ticket
Free Press Ruling May Aid Editors
PAYS SCHOOL DEBT [photo] W. J. TRENT President of Livingstone College, Salisbury, N. c., who has announced the College debt has been paid as a result of the Founder's Day drive recently which brought in $25,000 in cash. Founded in 1897, Livingstone is the only institution of higher learning in North Carolina supported by Negroes exclusively. The college serves students from 20 states and from West and South Africa. 1,500 persons have graduate from Livingstone since its founding. The college is under the auspices of the A.M.E. Zion Church.
PLAN BIG MEETING FOR EMMANUEL. A big meeting styled "Afro-American Mass Meeting" is being arranged for the Emmanuel Baptist Church Sunday, May 28 at 3:30, under the promotion of Rev. R. Clingman, well-known evangelist. The meeting which is intended to create a greater interest in the spiritual and business life of the race in Louisville is sponsored by the Missionary Society and Prosperity groups of the church of which Rev. J. H. Perdue is pastor and Rev. M. M. D. Perdue is assistant pastor. The religious, professional and business groups of the race in Louisville are to be represented on the program by Rev. W. H. [Ballew?], Drs. J. A. C. Lattimore, P. O. Sweeney; G. W. Jackson, J. R. Ray, B. H. Larke, W. C. Buford, I. Willis Cole, Mrs. Patsy Sloan and others. Special music will be furnished by the choir and other city singing groups.
Editor In Chicago Editor I. Willis Cole was called to Chicago Friday to a conference including Editors Robert L. Vann of the Pittsburgh Courier; C. A. Franklin of the Kansas City Call; C. S. Wesley, Houston Informer and others on matters pertaining to a future program [of?] [newspapers] represented. The meeting was held at the Southway Hotel.
TUCKER FINALLY LOSES BATTLE. Gets "9-19 [illegible] In Police Court; [Judge Fox?] Special [Prosecutor?]. By Fletcher P. Martin. The Police Court was overflowing an humming with commotion. Seemingly every public official except Mayor [illegible] and his cabinet were [present?] [illegible] stand stood [illegible] outstanding lawyers, wondering and waiting. The question in the minds of all being whether the defendant would beat the charge of drunken driving. The chances were, as most bets indicated, two to one in his favor. He had done it once previously. The gavel sounded and the legal battle was on. On one side stood Judge Henry Fox, special prosecutor, backed by the potential testimonies of the several witnesses. These included the arresting officers and the [occupants?] of the truck which Tucker is alleged to have hit. On the other side, looking [illegible] confident, were former Judge [illegible] Funk, defense counsellor, ]Eubank?] Tucker, and the defense [witnesses?]. The faces of these were just determined that Tucker would get it as the other were that would. All witnesses for the [prosecution?] testified that it [was the defendant?] who on April [illegible] the car that he was [illegible] the rear end of a truck [illegible] at 6th and Main Streets [illegible] stepped out of his [illegible] witnesses claimed that [illegible] "staggering" drunk. The officers claimed ]illegible] refused to take the [illegible] Meter test. Also in [illegible] telephone call he wept [illegible] when he attempted [illegible] talked as one with a [illegible]. [illegible] [Tucker?] took the stand he refuted all the testimony that had been said against him. He painted a vivid account of his activities of April 19, and as for his being drunk, he said he had but one bottle of beer. Defense witnesses collaborated his story of not being drunk. Concerning the test, the defendant exclaimed that the test had proven itself inefficient and he chose not to take it, as was his constitutional rights. When asked the cause for his bitter tears, Tucker said it hurt him severely to be treated by the police "as a common criminal." As each question was fired at the defendant, in like fashion did he answer them. The trial lasted well over an hour. At its conclusion, both defense and prosecuting attorneys were fagged out. Judge Funk, a 300 pounder, seemingly had melted down to a flyweight. Looking very bored at the proceedings, Acting Police udge [Hargadon?] asked if all was finished. Being given an affirmative answer, he defiantly gazed at the defendant and bellowed " '9-19' to [illegible] served on week-ends." Impossible as it may have seen [illegible] Tucker lost to 'nine-nineteen.'
MRS. ELIZABETH MINNIS, MOTHER OF TEACHERS AND MUSICIANS SUCCUMBS Mrs. Elizabeth Turner [illegible] the mother-head of one of Louisville's oldest and most prominent families succumbed at the [illegible] home 3112 Grand Avenue [illegible] day morning of last week [illegible] an illness of fo[illegible] Minnis, teh [illegible] children including M[illegible] Elizabeth and Emma Minnis known school and music teacher was born in Louisville [illegible] 89. She was the wife of [illegible] Minnis and was a member of [illegible] Street Baptist Church in [illegible] years of her life, and [illegible] than fifty years has been a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. She was one of [illegible] eers of the Louisville C[illegible] Although born a [slave?] [illegible] knowledge for reading [illegible] neww for literature was re[illegible] Being a maid for John [illegible]den of Baltimore, a S[illegible] personal friend of [Abraham Lincoln?] she came in contact with Lincoln frequently. Survivors are four [illegible] one son, one granddaughter, [illegible] grandson, six great [grandchildren?] and a daughter in law Rev. T. H. Allison [illegible] former pastor of the church deliver the eulogy. Rev. J. H. Miller of Lexington was master of ceremonies. Solos were sun by [illegible] Addie Duff and Mrs. Mattie [illegible] Choir was under the direction of Mr. Charles Saulsbury. Enterment in the Eastern Cemetery. The following, taken from the family obituary was exempli-[illegible] (Continued on Page 4)
LANE COLLEGE RALLY AT ARMORY SUNDAY The Jefferson County Armory will be the scene of a big rally [illegible] support the Lane College endowment Fund Sunday afternoon at 3:30. Among the prominent speakers will be Mrs. M. [illegible] Copeland, outstanding Kentucky educator and leader of the A.M.E. connection of which Lane College is a part. Special [illegible]nsie has been prepared for the occasion.
SPEAKS HERE [photo] MRS. ANNIE M. MALONE President and founder of Poro College, and outstanding business woman delivered an address and presented the diplomas to the local Poro graduating class, Friday night of last week, at West Chestnut Street Baptist Church before a capacity audience.
Radio Round Table To Discuss Negro
CRANK ACTION; COURT ACTION. Being a gentleman, Frank Moore, 215 R. Guthrie, decided to allow a charming young lady to share his umbrella last week since they were going the same way and she had no umbrella. Happily she consented and merrily they went. In an automobile following the couple was the boy friend of Moore's newly found friend. She espied the recently jilted boy friend, Henry Walker, 634 S. 9th Street, and told Moore. The automobile pulled alongside the walking couple and Walker, with crank in hand, jumped out. As he held the instrument above the now freely perspiring brow of the gallant Moore, he exclaimed his undying love for the woman. Taken aback at such action Moore swore out a warrant. In court the jilted Walker was put under a peace bond.
Kills Wife Then Attempts Suicide
JEALOUSY SAID TO CAUSE ACTION Husband Found Badly Wounded Embracing Murdered Wife Everett Clay, 28, 1200 W. Oak, lies in the hospital near death and his wife Carrie, 21, is dead. Clay, charged with manslaughter, is alleged to have mortally wounded his wife Tuesday afternoon, with a razor cut inflicted on the throat. and then attempted to take his own life by the same method. Witnesses claim the cause for the drastic action was sheer jealousy. The two had been separated for some time. Clay is said to have called on the women seeking a reconciliation. This being denied he slashed her throat with the razor. He then tried to escape over the fence, but being unable to mount the wall, and escape being cut off, he slashed his own throat. Staggering and blood pouring from the wound, he fell upon his wife where police found them, he embracing her.
WOMAN FATALLY SHOT OVER MAN Bertha Britt, 1036 S. 15th St., was held without bond in the fatal shooting of Geneva Conway, South 15th St. The shooting, taking place at the home of the deceased, ended an argument between the women which is alleged to have been over a man, loved by both women. Geneva, shot on May 9, died at the City Hospital Sunday, as the results of a bullet would inflicted in the stomach. The defendant informed The Leader that she and the late Miss Conway had had two arguments on May 9 over the affections of the gentleman in question. The first, happening at noon, resulted in no blows being passed, however Miss Britt claimed Geneva pulled a gun and she flashed a knife. At 5:30, the same day, the Britt woman said on making a visit to see a cousin, the same address as did live the loved man and the deceased woman, the two women met and a fight ensued. The defendant pulled a revolver from her purse and fired once, the bullet missing. They were parted by the man. She took one final shot at Geneva, hitting her in the stomach. The woman was rushed to the hospital, dying five days later. Bertha Britt, charged with manslaughter, faces the grand jury on an early date.
100,000 White Voters Help Elect Woman To Board of Education
Officer Suspended Otha Brown, patrol [illegible] the second time has [illegible] a thirty day suspension [illegible] He was charged [illegible]ing his calling post.
HERBERT AGAR TO SPEAK SUNDAY. Herbert Agar, noted writer and editor of the "Time and Tide" column of the Louisville Courier-Journal, will be the guest speaker for the Sunday Evening Hour at Louisville Municipal College Sunday, at [1:00?] p. m. The subject: "Democracy." The committee in charge of the hour says the meeting should be one of the choice and most thought provoking of the series because of Mr. Agars wide background of travel and experience. He has recently returned from a European trip covering the war [illegible] followed by a nationwide lecture tour. Last year he [contributed?] a much discussed series of articles on the Negro to his Courier-Journal column. [Special?] music will be furnished by the College Chorus.