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— Devotsd to the VOL. XX Inforcata •/ the People PORTLAND, OREGON, SATURDAY, JULY 14, 1923 NO 46 PRICE 5 CENTS FOURTEEN-YEAR-OLD BOY KILLS MAN WHO BEAT HIS MOTHER J* 1 ■ J----- . ' . ------ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------- ■"■■■■■ ... .................... BIG SCANDAL AT WESTERN UNIVERSITY MAN FORCED TO MARRY GIRL AT POINT OF REVOLVER HELD BY GIRL'S MOTHER.-—COMPLIES RELUCTANTLY, BUT DESERTS HSR SHORTLY AFTERWARD Tmhtri «I Missouri School Implicated In Scandal With Girt Pupil*.—-One Flooa, Other Hande In HI* Resignation.—Girt* Seventeen and Nineteen Year* of Ago (Special to The Advocate) Ken eat CUy. Mo, July 1.—There Crutchfield Resigns Crultcbfleld Immediately handed in woo more In the sudden. unannounc ed marriage of “Prof.“ Peter Crutch- hl* resignation. Patton, who is mar field of Western University to Mae rled, first attempted to "smooth" with President Peck, who Hrldgeforth, a student there, and the things over booty by night Hight of Lawrence refused to hear him Patton left the following Patton to Colorado, and th* Imme about midnight of dial* preparation* tor a trip home night, leaving the girl. June Hmlth. by Jan* Hmlth. a otudenl at Wo*tern, to suffer tbe humiliation Mrs. C. Hrldgeforth. who resides on the day before commencement eg. erclse* than would al tint be sus hero, I* mother of the girl, she has tened to tbe school when this news pected. Crutchfield, who I* storekeeper at reached her. end it Is said that at Western University, Quindaro. Kan* . the point of a reeolver commanded and Patton, who Is assistant instruc Crutchfield to marry her daughter. tor In el*ctrlclty and engineering st Reluctantly he complied, but It I* ru Western, lure<| 1 nlneteoa-year-old mored tbat he deserted her shortly Mse Hrldgeforth and seventeen year- after the marriage, leaving for parts old Juno Smith, both students, to a unknown lonely spot in the woods behind th* YOUNG ATTORNEY TO LOCATE girl** dormitory. HERE Planned Act for Day* Avis Wesley Martin, a regular According to students, both Pat ton ond Crutchfield had planned the practicing attorney of the State of escapade for daya In advance of Ita Kansas, together with bl* wife ar happening. Un the morning of the rived In the city last week and ar* Incident Patton and Crutchfield were stopping at tbe residence of Mrs. beard planning with the girl*. in a Clara Anderson. <62 William* Ave. etore near the school Following thio Mr. Martin plan* to engage in the talk. Crutchfield and Patton, who. practice of law Just a* soon as be because of tbelr capacity, bad no re- dispenses with tbe preliminary plans atructlona on their movement a about to that effect. Mr. Martin seems to the campus, were seen to go acroas be strictly a business man. for he the chicken farm down In the lonely came directly bere to settle and baa loat not a moment completing his wood a near the river. The Advocate wishes him Within half an hour they were fol plane. lowed by the glrla. They were success in his new field of endeavor. ■topped In their course by a teacher SELECTED TO HEAD PLAY who warned them to go to their dor Rd word Magruder. Jr . and Mias mltory According to hie statement, the glrla turned as If to obey him, Sylvia Bell Magruder, eldest children but took a round about way and went of Rev end Mrs. K. J. Magruder. 160 to the woods, where. In the company Cook Avenue, were selected out of a Presbyterian of the men. they were later dlacov large class at the ered by students and two of the In- church on Gantenbeln street to take the part of King Alaouerus and • atructors of th«, school. Th* girl* attempted flight when Queen Esther In the play entitled they wore discovered Surprised In “Queen Esther," which closed the their act, Patton and Crutchfield as aeaalon of tbe Daily Vocational Bible sumed a meek and humiliating ex School Friday evening, July <th, at that church. pression z ............ ...... SHANAHAN’S THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY G. P. A. SPECIAL 58 Dresses In a Sale lc Each Materials arc crepe de chine, triosham, and dropstitch trico knit combinations and many other wanted weaves. Sizes 16 to 44. Included is a special, new express shipment. And the values arc WONDERFUL at $15, many would ordinarily bring $19.75 to $25.00. Now here is our offer; We have 114 dresses, half of which will go for lc. You simply need to buy ONE of these dresses for $15—then choose ANO1 HER dress from the group for lc. In other words, for $15.01 you get TWO Dresses. Shanahan’s HENRY J. DITTER. Manager Local and For eign News Briefs For Rent—Nicely furnished room*, reasonable; 376 William* Avenue. East 1633. Mr*. Richard Young.- adv. For Rent—Front bedroom on cor ner overlooking river, 157 Admiral Street. Gentleman preferred.—adv. FURNISHED TENTS—Al 8e*slde. Oregon. Hew J. W. Curry. 107 N l<th street. Phon* B-1541. MURLARK HALL, JULY 26TH, ST. PHILLIP'S GUILD—Adv. Wanted, a middle aged or elderly lady to care for children out of town; no washing, good wages. Call Mrs. Cartwright, East 4360.—Adv. STAY OFF AUGUST »TH. GRANO FAMILY EXCURSION. PARTICU LARS LATER.—Adv. MASS MEETING CALLED A monster mass meeting to protest against the treatment of Honorable Marcus Garvey, recently convicted for using the malls to defraud, has been called by friends of the move ment bere to be held Sunday, at 8 P M , Stag Audltorloum FINE GIRL ARRIVE8 An eight pound baby girl was born to Re*, and Mr*. J. W Miller at their home In St. George*. Bermuda, a few week* ago At the fast report moth er and daughter were doing fine. TO AODRE8S WOMEN'S MEETING At a social gathering Friday after noon July 13th at the home of one of tbe members of the organisation of the Woman's Home Missionary So ciety of St. Johns M. E. church, Mr*. E. J. Magruder was the principal ■peaker. Mrs. Magruder discussed some ways the Home Missionary So ciety and help diminish th* evils of divorce and disease. Her addre*« was well received. A FATAL SHOOTING SCRAPE Early Tuesday morning in the vi cinity of North 15th and Northrup atreeta a number of pistol shot* were heard In rapid succession. When the smoke had cleared away, it was dis covered that Frank Berry was dead, shot through the neck, and Albert Corley la In a local hospital suffering with a wound in his arm and a I charge of murder filed against him. Both men ar* well known in the city and had previously been friends. It It said their difference aroae over a previoua gambling debt. ELKS POPULARITY CONTEST COMES TO BRILLIANT END Monday during the day the boat Swan laden with Ita human cargo of merry-maker* were landed safely at Cedar laland, where a right good time was had at varlou* out of door ■ports. The boat returned about 7 P. M . but only to be reloaded with another and larger cargo of merry makers. who held forth until mid night. On the last excursion the Elk* Popularity Contest came to an end. Announcements were made of the winning conteatants for the first prise, which resulted in Mrs. Zula Lowe capturing the first prise, which was 8150. equivalent to a trip to Chi cago to attend the Elks conclave. Mr*. Lowe turned in more than 8500. Mr*. Lula Hubbard came next with more than 8300, and was awarded 875 in cash. Next «nd last came Mrs. Adolphu* Clay who turned In nearly a half hundred dollars, and was ■ warded |26 per e«qit of the money •he turned in. Lae Anderson, chair man of the entertainment committee, crowned Mrs. Lowe as queen of the occasion and she was also presented a huge bouquet of flowers. Her at tendants were attractive as well as the winner. When the ceremony was over, the winner of the first prize with her attendants thanked those who had helped her to succeed. Music and dancing were the diversions. ----------------- r---------- AT MT. OLIVET Tbe services last Sunday were good. The pastor preached two good sermons. The Sunday School Is still growing. Next Sunday will be an other high day at ML Olivet Mr*. Simpson and her choir is still lead ing and the junior choir in the morn- | ing. Mrs. Anderson directress. success. Not only was the occasion LESTER K. POWELL WAS BRUTAL TO WOMAN AND SON SHOOTS Mr. Bell's twentieth anniversary in MAN DOWN FOR WHIPPING HIS MOTHER.—BOY photography but was his fortieth TAKES LAW INTO OWN HANDS birthday anniversary. Mr. Bell ia a businea* man of sterling worth and Woman’s Children Worked for Powoll on His Farm.—Mother of Boy and la deeply interested in the progress Two Sister* Are in Terrell County Jail.—Boy Spirited Away and advancement of his people and by Offic«r* and Placed In Another Jail hi* example la worthy of emulation by other men. Mr. Bell enjoy* the (Special to The Advocate) confidence and respect of all the peo Dawson. Oa., July 6.—A 14-ycar- ple of Portland r<<ardleas of color. old son's consuming love for his aiated on the race getting together mother, who had suffered brutal in and pushing those competent for dignities at the hand* of a Georgia leadership and urged them to quit ELKS INSTALLED farmer, led to the murder Tueaday putting people into offices they were Rose Sity Lodge I. B. P. O. of W. of Lester K. Powell, white. Joseph not prepared to rill, juat because of Mrs. Carter says the No. Ill at Its meeting Wednesday Green, the young colored farm hand friendship. evening installed its newly elected wno committed the crime, says he credit for her success as a business officers as follows: E- D. Cannady, shot Powell down when he found woman is due to her knowledge of E. R ; J. D. Hunter, leading Knight; him beating hi» mother, Mrs. Sarah people, after making a special study of human psychology, She learned Adolphu* Clay. Loyal Knight; A. H. Green, with a stick. Powell had been annoying the who to hire and who to Are. She also Morrow. Lecturing Knlgh'; E. J. Wyatt Williams, mother of the little family tor some attributes much of her success to her Minor, Secretary; Assistant Secretary; W D. Allen, time, it is said. The children of tbe abiding faith in God and living the Treasurer; Boyce Strain. Esquire; woman worked on the farm of Powell Christian life in her every day work. F. Goode. Tyler; J. Worthen, Inner and it was during their absence that Mrs. Carter complimented the church Guard; J. Manley, J. C Allen, Truat- the victim would visit Mrs. Green, for its trained leadership and the ees; Appointive officers. Rev. J. W. on the pretext of seeing about some junior choir for its excellent music. Attorney A. W. Martin made a brief Anderson. Chaplain; Fred C. Clear, work. On the day of the crime Mrs. Green talk. A group of visitors were intro- Organist; E. Lowe, Master of Social duced by the pastor, who was assist- Session. J. A. Merriman was the in says Powell became angry because she “talked up” to him and he picked ed in his service by Rev. Ford. trav- stalling officer. up a stick and struck her severely eling missionary of the C. M. E. until her cries brought her son to church. the rescue. HOTEL NOTES ONLY COLORED CITIZEN OF Young Joseph joined in the scuffle SILVERTON with a single-barreled shot gun. If the mule list at The William Gilden of Silverton, Ore which Powell grabbed by the muzzle. Portland keeps growing, The boy says he fired the shot dur gon. was in the city to visit hl* two children who are staying with their soon there will be more ing the scuffle. The mother of the boy and two aunt, Mrs. Cartwright on William* mules than horses. Avenue. While in the city, Mr. Ed Washington hit the sisters are in Terrell county jail, and Gilden called at The Advocate office Joseph has been spirited awsy by for ratler Wednesday 1 and took out a subscription to tbe officers and placed in jail at some Gearhart, where he will take charge paper, Mr. Gilden has the distlnc- other point for safe keeping. of the shining stand and pressing tion ot being the only colored citi- shop of the Gearhart hotel. sen in Silverton and is engaged in CLUB WOMEN TALK AT CHURCH Joe Crane, one of the star private the shoe shining business and clean SERVICE waiter* at the Portland, is driving a ing establishment. ~~At the morning service at Zion A. seven-passenger Buick auto. Joe M. E. church Sunday, the 8th inst. say* if he can't keep up with the Mrs. Atkins-Turner of Chicago, gave crowd he will gallop with the gang. a splendid talk on the church's duty George Scott, for a number of in leading out in inter-racial work. WE CLEAN ANYTHING MADE OF year» a captain in the Oregon Grille, She told of the brilliant work done FABRICS resigned a few days ago and should by club woman all over the country. Rags, Blankets, Pillows, Suita, Over he fail to catch on at tLc Portland, coats. Draperies, Comforter*, Mme. Carter, also a prominent club Lamp-Shades, Gown*, will tackle the dining car. and business woman of Chicago, gave Ladles* C m «* Chris Smith, veteran hotel man. Ladies' Garments Our Specialty a very pratical and helpful talk in who has been on the payroll of the which she pleaded for trained lead Let Ua Sava Your Clothing and Money Oregon Grille for some months, has Phon* ua whan In a Rush—wall give ership of the race. She stressed the you th* Servie* gone to Seaside to open his Summer education of the young men of the Main 9380 212 4th st Restaurant. W* Call and Dal Ivar race, declaring that the girls were Henry Gibson.w ho assisted in the pushed forward at the expense of Established 23 Tears In Portland J. S. Bell, photographer, who cele management of the Hayden Lake the boys, the result being that a GEE WO CHINESE brated hie twentieth year as a pho (Idaho) Hotel, is on the job for the I Univerfsity girl had to come out of MEDICINE CO. tographer Tuesday at his studio in season. school and marry a 7th grade boy. Henry Hays, star Portland Grill the Goodnough building, where many She said that this must be corrected of his friends and patrons called to room busman at The Portland, has C. GEE WO, th* for it was bound to result in discord well known Herbal honor and congratulate him on his gone to Gearhart ist, ha* made a life because they were mated against the study of th* curative divine plan. She said that man properties possessed by Oriental Root», the head and should be pushed Herbs, Bud« and CHARGE IT Bark, and therefrom ward in every respect so that compounded hl» tru. would make an intelligent head. ty wonderful Herbs remedies. In their scored the educated who set them make-up no poisons or narcotics are used; / selves upon a pedestal waiting for perfectly harmless, and many roots and I the “world to bow at their feet.” She herbs that he uses yr /C- . are unknown to urged that class to get out and help the medical profession of to«tay. ,LZi \ V / « y/ a j AVOID OPERATIONS by taking bls others less fortunate than they. “Ed remedies In time for Stomach, Coughs, ucation is a gift to be passed on to Colds, Rheumatism, Kidney, Lung, Catarrh, Blood. Inflammation. / / f. SIX MONTHS TO PAY others less fortunate." she added. Liver. Neuralgia and all female and chil 1 '1 dren's ailments. Call or writ* Bent She rebuked the "petty, narrow c V The Store of "ACCOMMODA by mall or parcel post minded" people in every community GEE WÖ CHINESE C. ------ ----- TIONS” that carries a line of ,‘>r and warned them that every narrow, Men's and Women ’ s Ready Tail MEDICINE CO. I u * evil, jealous thought sent out re a**H Aider *trwt. *. W. Corear Third L .1 ored Clothes, Waists, Furs and J 1 i Portland. Oregon bounded against the sender. She In- r/ Star Cleaning ft Millinery in keeping with the LATEST Styles and demands of the season—not carrying, how ever. the CHEAPER, but the BETTER class of Merchandise, REASONABLY PRICED. Why not let us DRESS you as WELL as those who dress the BEST? You can Pay as you Wear— YES. and SIX MONTHS to pay if you like. '*lj THIRD AND WASHINGTON 600 Goodnough Building 5th and Yamhill Streets Main 5426 Portland. 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