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Intro
Shaikh Abdus Subhan was a Qadiani-Ahmadi Imam out of the Akron, Ohio (1934) area. He seems to have been the main shaikh/imam/teacher of the Ahmadi’s in Akron, Ohio, most of the reports on his activity were written by Wakeel Mula and published in the Cleveland Call and Post of 1934 (see all the refs in the below).

However, it seems that Dr. M.Y. Khan was their missionary in 1934, this might have changed thereafter. Shaikh Nasir Ahmad of Cleveland is also mentioned, as well Bro Yoonas Waheed (Shaikh), Bro Abid Haque.

In Sep-1935, via The Akron Beacon Journal of Sat, Sep 07, 1935 ·Pages 1 and 2, in an article by Helen S. Waterhouse, it is alleged that there are 31 Mohammedans in Akron and 30 others will soon join, total is 51 Akronites. Shaikh Shuban is in charge and his mosque and school is located at 73 North Main St. Akron, Ohio. Shaikh Shuban is the leader of the faith. Elijah Shakespeare is one of his followers.

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Intro
Wakeel Mula seems to have been an Ahmadi living in the area of Akron, Ohio in 1934. He is mentioned extensively in the Cleveland Call and Post of 1934 for his reports on Ahmadiyya activity in and around Akron, Ohio. He worked extensively with Shaikh Abdus Shuban in Akron.

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In Nov-2025, Maulvi Razi, Maulvi Raheel, Ibrahim Ikhlaf and Maulvi Mansoor Clark streamed on the True Islam UK channel, at 2:42, Ibrahim Ikhlaf alleges that there were more than 200-210 Bait’s (210 new Ahmadi’s?) from the UK jamaat this past year (2024-2025?), 30 of which were white. 30-40 Arabs as well. Check out my response video herein.

At 6:35, Ibrahim Ikhlaf quotes MGA in 1906, Feb-17 to June, Al-Hakam (See Malfuzat-8, online English edition (page 265)(Al-Hakam, vol. 10, no. 6, p. 2, 3, dated 17 February 1906) and argued that Ahmadi’s should focus on the arguing about the death of Eisa (As). However, in 1905, via Malfuzat-7, page 416, Al-Hakam, vol. 9, no. 35, p. 5–12, dated 10 October 1905, MGA had said the opposite. Even in 1902, via Malfuzat-2, page 247, Al-Hakam, vol. 6, no. 26, dated 24 July 1902, pp. 5-12, MGA argued that he didn’t want Ahmadi’s going around and arguing and debating over the death or life of Jesus (as).

At 2:35:07, Maulvi Razi accuses Muhammad (Saw) of being unsure of his own prophethood (see the clip on TikTok and Twitter) and of thinking he (saw) was getting satanic revelations (naozobillah).

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In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 13, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan is doing great work.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 3, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Hameed Sarat. The Akron Mosque has moved to 167 Bluff St, Akron, OH. Sh. Subhan seems to be teaching Arabic or trying.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 3, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Hameed Sarat. The Akron Mosque had a meeting on Sunday evening Feb-4-1934. Dr. M.Y. Khan is their missionary.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 17, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan (Sh. Andrus Subhan) seems to be in-charge. Shaikh Nasir Ahmad of Cleveland is also mentioned.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 3, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. On Sunday evening, 3 classes were held, Sh. Subhan seems to be the main teacher and in-charge. W.A. Salaam was also there.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 17, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. On Sunday, March-11 classes were held.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Apr 14, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan is the main teacher. Dr. Khan was there on Sunday. Bro Abid Haque also gave a speech.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Apr 21, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan is the main teacher. The sisters of the community gave a social at the home of Sis Maleeka Sham.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Apr 21, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan is the main teacher. After Sunday school on Apr-22, Bro Sieed Moosa and bro Nasir Hikmat gave a talk.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 05, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan (Abdus Subhan) is the main teacher. Their missionary is Dr. M.Y. Khan, they also have Bro Yoonas Waheed, Bro Abid Haque and two sisters from Cleveland. Dr. M.Y. Khan, Bro Yoonas Waheed and Bro Abid Haque also gave talks.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 12, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Shaikh Abdus Subhan is the main teacher and imam. Sised Moosa, Wakeel Mula, Ahmad Kameel and Rasheeda Sarat were mentioned.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 19, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan is in charge. On Sunday afternoon Brothers Saleh Subhan and Nasir Hikmat.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 26, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Subhan is the main teacher. Hamad Sarat and Sis. Nafeesa Raheem spoke. There was a social at the home of Bro and Sister Raheem, which was at 185 McCoy St.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 2, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. On May-27, Dr. M.Y. Khan gave a talk. Sh. Abdur Subhan, Saleh Subhan and Sieed Moosa also spoke.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 16, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Last Sunday, Sh. Abdus Subhan gave a lecture. There was a social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Raheem, at 185 McCoy St, Saturday afternoon.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 30, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Abdus Subhan is in charge.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, July 14, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. Sh. Abdus Subhan is in charge. On Sunday, July-1, school started. Bro Nasir Hikmat and Sis. Moleeka Shann gave short talks.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, July 21, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. There was a social at the home of Bro and Sis Moosa Raheem, at 185 McCoy St. on July-15. Bros. Sarle Subhan, Nasir Hikmat, Moosa Raheem and Sis Bimala Shako spoke.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 4, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio by Bro. Wakeel Mula. On July-29-1934, the mosque was open. Sh. Abdus Subhan spoke as well as Nasir Hikmat and Saleh Subhan.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 11, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report about the Ahmadi mission in Akron, Ohio is given. On July-5-1934 at 6pm, Sh. Abdus Subhan gave a speech, he also gave a speech at the UNIA hall. Brother Rasheed Garboor and Wakeel Mula also gave a short talk.

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Reports of Ahmadiyya activity in Cincinatti, Ohio began to appear in the Cleveland Call and Post of 1934. Dr. M.Y. Khan is declared as their missionary and Shaikh Yunus Waheed as a high ranking lieutenant. N.A. Malik writes that since Apr-18, he has been conducting the affairs of the Cincinnati Mosque. Dr. M.Y. Khan seems to have stayed actively involved with Cincinnati Mosque even after the famous schism at the Braddock Mosque in Pittsburgh.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 06, 1934 ·Page 4, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinatti”, Y Waheed signs off after writing a report wherein black people are targeted by their propaganda, Dr. M.Y. Khan is declared as their missionary.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 17, 1934 ·Page 4, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, Y Waheed signs off after writing a report on the “Moslems of Cincinnati”.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 24, 1934 ·Page 4, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, Sh. Waheed signs off after writing a report on the “Moslems of Cincinnati” and calls MGA as the comforter.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 10, 1934 ·Page 4, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, Sh. Waheed signs off with a short report.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 5, 1934 ·Page 2, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, N.A. Malik signs off. N.A. Malik writes that since Apr-18, he has been conducting the affairs of the Cincinnati Mosque. N.A. Malik reports that attendance is fine and every Sunday there are 5-10 visitors. N.A. Malik spoke about guidance for black people and Jesus.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 16, 1934 ·Page 2, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, Jumal Deen, reporter. The Young people’s Islamic program was held last Sunday afternoon at the Mosque. Mrs. Mahmooda Begum is President and Mrs. Zahida Beggum is Vice President. Other young people spoke, the principal speakers were Miss Rasheeds Ali and Miss Mahmooda Elahee. On Sunday night, Sh. Nazeer Elahi from the Dayton Mosque visited.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 23, 1934 ·Page 2, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, Jumal Deen, reporter. Dr. Muhammad Yusuf Khan is headquartered out of Cleveland, however, he seems to be in Cincinnati on an indefinite stay. Professor Malik was also there, Prof. Malik seems to be in charge, both Khan and Malik were the speakers on Sunday night. Dr. Khan spoke about the rapid progress of Ahmadiyya in various missions. Mrs. Mahmood Beggum and Mrs. Zahida Baggum (who are in-charge of the young people’s islamic program were also there and made an announcement about a meeting.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 30, 1934 ·Page 2, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, Jamal Deen, reporter. Our missionary, Dr. M.Y. Khan and Prof Malik, and Mr. Ishaq Mohammad were called to Pittsburgh, Penn., on important business. Mr. Noor Hassan, who is one of Cincinnati’s advanced students was assigned to the Colombus Mosque wherein he will begin teaching. Mrs. Mahmooda Beggum, Mrs. Zahida Beggum and doing good work with the Young People’s Islamic Program. The principal speakers Sunday night were, Basheer Mubarik and Mr. Mohammed Ali, both briefly spoke on Islam.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, July 14, 1934 ·Page 2, on the “Church and Sunday School” page, under the heading, “Among the Moslems” and under the subheading of “Cincinnati”, Jamal Deen, reporter. Dr. M.Y. Khan and Prof. Malik and Mr. Ishaq Mohammad returned to Cincinnati after touring Pittsburgh. Dr. Khan reported about the progress of Ahmadiyya missions and then left for Cleveland. Prof. Malik is currently in Chicago and is doing a good job. Mrs. Mahmood Begum and Mrs. Zahida Begum are mentioned. Sideeq Akber, an advanced student also gave a speech.

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In 1934, it seems that the Ahmadiyya Movement had spread to Youngstown, Ohio via Dr. M. Yusuf Khan. However, these details were not printed in any Ahmadiyya newspaper (ROR or Moslem Sunrise).

In Jan-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 06, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”, a photo of MGA is also given. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Amtul Majeed. Madame Begum was there and gave speeches and also teaches Arabic. Their mosque seems to be at 960 South Rigby St. Youngstown, Ohio. Bro Ali Mubarik and his wife Azeema Mubarik are mentioned. Dr. M. Yusuf Khan is mentioned as their leader.

In Jan-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 13, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”, a photo of MGA is also given. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Amtul Majeed. Brief news is given.

In Jan-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 27, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”, a photo of MGA is also given. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Amtul Majeed. On Wednesday night, speeches were given by Dr. M.Y. Khan, Bro Abdullah Farook and Sheikh Nasir Ahmad. Madame Fazlee Begum is on a missionary tour of Cincinnati. Sh. Abid Hayde was also mentioned as well as Sh. Haque.

In Feb-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 3, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”, a photo of MGA is also given. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Amtul Majeed. Madame Begum is returning soon. Sh. Haque visited too.

In March-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, March 3, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”, a photo of MGA is also given. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Amtul Majeed. Dr. M.Y. Khan, Sh. Abid Haque and Sh. Mohammed Omar were therein. Madame Begum seems to have confronted Dr. Hammerick (a European minister). Madame Begum seems to be leading Negro’s out of Christianity and into Ahmadiyya. Madame Begum seems to have re-converted Bro Ghulam Ahmad and his wife and little girl named Lateef. Madame Fazlee Begum is scheduled to tour Cleveland shortly. Bro Abdullah Farook was a former student and has now been promoted and is “in-charge” at the Pittsburgh Mosque.

In Aug-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 4, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Jumal Elahee. On Wednesday evening, July-25-1934, the mosque at Youngtown had Sh. Ahmad, Sh. Hassen and Sh. Farook. Bro Hokine Abdus Mohammed is a new teacher. Jumul Elahee also seems to be an official. There is also a school. On Sunday evening, July-29-1934, at the Mosque at 369 E. Federal St., Bro Hakins, Bro Mohammed Yahya and Bro Jumul Elahee gave speeches.

In Aug-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 11, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Jumal Elahee. On Sunday morning, Aug-5, classes were held. Their mosque seems to be at 369 E. Federal St, second floor. There were 3 lectures, one by Sister Farook, one by Bro Muhammad Yahya and the keynote speaker was Jumul Elahee, who spoke on “Prophethood is the Greatest Favor of God in the World”.

In Aug-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 18, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Jumal Elahee. On Thursday, Aug-9, the Ahmadi’s of Youngstown hosted Sh. N. Ahmad of Philadelphia, Sh. R Hassan of Colombus, Shaikh A.D. Frock of Pittsburgh and Shaikh A. Sabhan of Akron. On Sunday morning, Aug-12, classes were held, they are trying to learn Arabic. On Sunday night at 8pm, there were lectures by Sister Farook, Bro Muhammad Yahya and the keynote speaker was Sh. Jumul Elahee Islam. All people are invited to their temple at 869 E. Federal St.

In Aug-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 25, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Jumal Elahee. On Sunday, Aug-19-1934, the school seems to be operating good. There was also a Sunday Service at 8pm. Bro Muhammad Yahya spoke, Bro Jumal Elahee was the keynote speaker. Their mosque is at 869 E. Federal St.

In Sep-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Sep 22, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Jumal Elahee. Allegedly, Arabic is being taught at the Ahmadiyya schools. Their mosque is at 869 E. Federal St.

In Sep-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Sep 29, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Jumal Elahee. On Saturday, Sep-29-1934, the school is working fine. Arabic is being taught. School nights are, Tuesday and Friday at 8pm. Sunday morning at 11am. The sunday night service had speakers, Bro Yusuf Rahman, then Muhammad Yahya and Jumal Elahee had the keynote address on “Does God Speak now like he did to past prophets..”. All our invited to the Ahmadiyya Mosque at 869 E. Federal St.

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The Review of Religions of Sep-1933, has a report from Dr. Muhammad Yusuf from America about the spread of Ahmadiyya in Cleveland, Ohio, they allege to have 300 Ahmadi’s in Cleveland. Dr. Muhammad Yusuf also mentions how Sheikh Nasir Ahmad and Sheikh Muhammad Omar (of Braddock?) are working with him, both were previously working as Christian priests. Dr. Muhammad Yusuf also alleges that some Turks and Arab Muslims might have converted to Ahmadiyya and caused a stir.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 06, 1934 ·Page 4, Abdullah Eesa wrote an essay on “Activities of the Braddock Mosque”. Next Sunday, 1-14-1934, Dr. M.Y. Khan is scheduled to visit the “Braddock Mosque”. Ramadhan has just ended. On Dec-24-1933 at 7pm (Sunday), Sh. M. Omar gave a speech on “Obey the leader of the time (Ahmad)”. Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) gave a speech too. On Thursday evening, Dec-25-1933, Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) and Bro M. Omar began accepting new Ahmadi’s into their new “Braddock Mosque”, which is located at 136 Linden Ave, Duquesne (Pittsburgh, PA). The first woman to join up was Mrs. Coleman, then Daniel Moore then Bro Coleman. At the end, Sheikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal) appointed Bro M. Rafeek as President and Bro Mataza as Vice President.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 13, 1934 ·Page 4, Abdullah Eesa has a report on “Activities of the Braddock Mosque”. Recently, a man named Bro Ahmad Omar spoke, as well as Sh. Mohammed Omar and Sh. Akmal (Saaed Akmal?). Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal) seems to be heavily involved in the Braddock Mosque. Bro Rafeek is the President of the Mosque.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 20, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report of Ahmadiyya activity at “The Mother Mosque” by Shaikh Saadi Malik. The “Mother Mosque” is called the “First Mosque”. There was great enjoyment on Jan-7-1934, Mohammed Omar was back in town after being gone for some time and gave a lecture on “The Invisible Vision”. This was followed by a lecture by Shaikh Wali Dod. Shaikh Wali Dod talked about Islam. Dr. M.Y. Khan also gave a speech. Shaikh Wali Dod is referred to as God and as working with Abdullah Farook and the people of the South Side. Abid Haque and Nemaat Islam are also mentioned.

In Feb-1934, (10th), Shaikh Saadi Malik wrote a report under the sub-heading “Proceedings of the Mother Mosque”, the main headline is “Among the Moslems”, a photo of MGA is also affixed. Shaikh Saadi Malik reports that on Sunday night, Jan-28, there were 3 speeches, by Abdul Rasool, Saeed Akmal and Mohammed Omar. Shaikh Wali Dod is mentioned as someone who is working with Moslems in the “South Side”.

In March-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, March 3, 1934 ·Page 4, there is a report with the headline of “Among the Moslems”, a photo of MGA is also given. There is a report on “Youngstown Moslem News” by Amtul Majeed. Dr. M.Y. Khan, Sh. Abid Haque and Sh. Mohammed Omar were therein. Madame Begum seems to have confronted Dr. Hammerick (a European minister). Madame Begum seems to be leading Negro’s out of Christianity and into Ahmadiyya. Madame Begum seems to have re-converted Bro Ghulam Ahmad and his wife and little girl named Lateef. Madame Fazlee Begum is scheduled to tour Cleveland shortly. Bro Abdullah Farook was a former student and has now been promoted and is “in-charge” at the Pittsburgh Mosque.

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Intro
In Jan-1934 (Jan-6), Abdullah Eesa’s reports about “Activities of the Braddock Mosque” began appearing on page-4 of the Cleveland Call and Post, this was the “Church and Sunday School”, which appeared in every single edition of the Cleveland Call and Post of 1934. News about the Braddock Mosque ended abruptly on Sep-8-1934. Abdullah Eesa was an Ahmadi, this is proven by his essay being published in March-1935 in the Moslem Sunrise (page-20).

It seems that M. Yusuf Khan is the main Imam for 5 groups of Ahmadi’s. Sufi Muti-ur-Rahman Bengali (the Ahmadi Maulvi in-charge) is not mentioned at all. However, a photo of Mirza Ghulam Ahmad is given.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 06, 1934 ·Page 4, Abdullah Eesa wrote an essay on “Activities of the Braddock Mosque”. Next Sunday, 1-14-1934, Dr. M.Y. Khan is scheduled to visit the “Braddock Mosque”. Ramadhan has just ended. On Dec-24-1933 at 7pm (Sunday), Sh. M. Omar gave a speech on “Obey the leader of the time (Ahmad)”. Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) gave a speech too. On Thursday evening, Dec-25-1933, Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) and Bro M. Omar began accepting new Ahmadi’s into their new “Braddock Mosque”, which is located at 136 Linden Ave, Duquesne (Pittsburgh, PA). The first woman to join up was Mrs. Coleman, then Daniel Moore then Bro Coleman. At the end, Sheikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) appointed Bro M. Rafeek as President and Bro Mataza as Vice President.

In the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Jan 13, 1934 ·Page 4, Abdullah Eesa has a report on “Activities of the Braddock Mosque”. Recently, a man named Bro Ahmad Omar spoke, as well as Sh. Mohammed Omar and Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?). Sh. Akmal seems to be heavily involved in the Braddock Mosque. Bro Rafeek is the President of the Mosque.

In Jan-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post (of Sat, Jan 20, 1934 ·Page 4), under the heading, “Activities of the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa, it is reported that Brother Abdullah Farook gave a speech after the keynote speech by Dr. M.Y. Khan on Sunday Jan-7-1934. Dr. M.Y. Khan gave a speech on “Islam, the Science of Life and Religion”. Allegedly, on Monday night, in Duquesne, 3 people converted to Ahmadiyya. The people of the Head Mosque” were surprised by a lecture from Wali Mohammed aka the medicine man, Maulvi Muhammad Yusuf Khan also spoke.

In Jan-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post (of Sat, Jan 27, 1934 ·Page 4), under the heading, “Activities of the Braddock Mosque” by Abdullah Eesa, it is reported that on Jan-14, they assemble at the “Head Mosque” on Sunday, Jan-14-1934 at 11am. Dr. Khan gave many lectures during Ramadhan. On Sunday evening, Sheikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?), gave a speech on “Jesus did not Die on the Cross”. Eid ul Fitr recently passed and was held at the “Head Mosque”. Juma is held every Friday, Sister Karamet recently died.

In Feb-1934, Dr. Yusuf Khan is mentioned in the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 03, 1934 ·Page 2. There is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Easa. Last Sunday, Jan-21-1934 at 7pm, Bro Hajee Malik gave a lecture on “Is Islam the Truest Religion to Follow”. Bro Abdullah Rasool also gave a lecture. On Tuesday evening, they attended the head mosque for an event at the school, lectures were given by Shaikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) and Shaikh Abu Saleh.

In Feb-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 10, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. On Sunday, Jan-28-1934, lectures were given by Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) and Sh. M. Omar, the subject was “The Ahmadia Movement in Islam” and “Master Mind”. On Tuesday, at the “Head Mosque”, there was a lecture by Dr. Khan, who had just returned from extensive travelling. Brother and Sister Sadik from Homestead are also mentioned as having a newborn baby.

In Feb-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 17, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. He writes how the Ahmadi’s therein were assembled at the “Head Mosque” on Sunday, Feb-4-1934 at 7pm. Shaikh Abdullah Farooq and Dr. M. Yusuf Khan gave speeches. Dr. M. Yusuf Khan gave a speech on “The 3 latest prophets, Ahmad, Jesus (as) and Muhammad (Saw)” and compared their life’s work. Prince Hajee (aka Hajee Bashir Ahmad Malik) gave a mystical performance.

In Feb-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Feb 24, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. He writes about a meeting on Sunday at 7pm back on Feb-11-1934 wherein Shaikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) read and commented upon “7 points of Islam” by Dr. Mufti Sadiq. On Thursday evening (Feb-15), the men of the Braddock Mosque went to Brenton, PA and held a social event. Ahmadi’s invited people to attend Ahmadi meetings at 101 9th St, Braddock, PA, which is where the Ahmadiyya temple can be found.

In March-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 03, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. There were 3 lectures last Sunday at 7pm, one by Bro Abdul Kalam on the topic of “The climax of Civilization”, Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?), on the topic of “The seven thunders in the west”. On Friday evening at 7pm, there was a speech by Dr. Sufi Mutiur Rahman Bengalee which was the keynote on the topic of “The Signs of Allah”.

In March-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 10, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. A speech was given by Bro Askindar Ali of McKeesport. Last Sunday, at 7pm, there was a lecture by Shaikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) on the topic of “The Universal Religion”. On Wednesday evening, 2-28-34, at 7pm, an Ahmadiyya school is discussed. Shaikh Haque gave a speech about “The Age of Asr”. They mention how their missionary (Dr. Khan?) is moving to the new headquarters.

In March-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 17, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. On Sunday evening, Mar-4-1934 at 7pm, remarks were given by Bro. Mustafa of Homestead and a lecture by Bro Abdullah Rasool. There are meetings being at Duquesne, in the home of Sister Shaheed, speeches by Bro Talib Elahee were also given. Shaikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal) is scheduled for a tour also. On Monday evening, on Mar-12-1934, new converts will be accepted in McKeesport, at the home of Bro Askindar Ali.

In March-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 24, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. There were 3 lectures on last Sunday evening, Bro Mustafa of Homestead gave one, another one was given by Bro. Ahmad Omar, the 3rd by Shaikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?).

In March-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Mar 31, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Speeches were made by Bro Jaafar Azim and Bro Jamal Azeem (spelled as Jumal Azeem), they are from homestead and Pittsburgh. Sister Shaheed is a convert from Duquesne was also there.

In Apr-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Apr 14, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Remarks were given by Ahmad Omar and Sheikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?). On Wednesday evening, lectures were given by Bro. Ahmad Omar and Sheikh Abdullah Farook. Shaikh Nasir Ahmad had the keynote speech. On Friday evening, Shaikh Abu Saleh held a meeting in a new mosque, which is in East liberty, on Frankstown Avenue, Sh. Ahmad spoke too. Sheikh Ahmad gave a final address before moving to Philadelphia on Sunday evening at the East Liberty Mosque.

In Apr-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Apr 21, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. The Ahmadi’s of Braddock seem to have visited a Church. At this church brother Ahmad Eesa gave a speech. Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) gave a speech. Thereafter the entire congregation seems to have went to the Ahmadiyya Mosque in East Liberty, wherein Sheikh Nasir Ahmad gave a speech. On Thursday evening, a party was held at the house of Sister Abdullah. Contests were started and Ahmad Omar won for Adhan, opening services were read by Ahmad Eesa, Moosa Aleem won too.

In Apr-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Apr 28, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Last Sunday at 7:30, Brothers Abdis Subhan of Homestead and Jumal Azeem of Pittsburgh and Mohammad Hussein of Braddock, and Turkey. Sheikh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) also spoke and gave advise to the Ahmadi’s of Braddock.

In May-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 5, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. On Sunday, Apr-22-1934, Abdullah Eesa went to the Homestead Mosque with his imam, they went to Duquesne. At 7:30 pm, Bros Moosa Haleem, Abdis Subhan and Sh. Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) arrived at the Braddock Mosque. On Wednesday night, Bros Ahmad Omar, Rahmat Mustafa and Sh. Rasheed Hussein of Colombus.

In May-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 12, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Bro Ahmad Omar gave a lecture on April-29 on “Religion, the Science of Life”. Bro’s Ahmad Abdullah and Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) met in Duquesne. Saleh gave 2 speeches, in one of them he discussed the Bible. On Thursday evening, they assembled at the Pittsburgh Mosque (Ahmadiyya temple), the Ahmadi missionary was there and introduced another Ahmadi missionary, Dr. Mohammed Ashraf. On Friday evening, Shaikh Abid Haque gave a speech, Dr. M.Y. Khan gave the keynote speech, Sh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) was there too.

In May-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 19, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Bro Moosa Haleem was MC, Bro Ahmad Omar spoke on Islam in a general way. Bro Ahmad Omar is gathering Ahmadi’s at his location in McKeesport. Bro Moosa Haleem then introduced the local Sheikh (who is this?) The women’s club held at meeting at their mosque too on Saturday evening.

In June-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 16, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Syed Ameer is mentioned and Ali Akbar. Other brothers were there from Rankin, PA. Sh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) was also there.

In June-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 21, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Abdullah Eesa has a lengthy entry on ‘Among the Moslems” wherein he indirectly tells the world that M.Y. Khan has been removed (without mentioning his name) from the Braddock Mosque. Sheikh Hoson reportedly visited from Colombus, Ohio. A council of Islam with 12 men was formed. Bro Adbul Mohammad Ibn Bakr is the new imam, he is called “Imam ul Shareef in America”, he is trying to connect the new Muslims of Braddock (these are all ex-Ahmadi’s) to the greater Muslim World. Sheikh Nasir Ahmad is the head of the 12-man council of Imam’s, however, he is also working in Philadelphia.

In June-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, June 28, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Last Sunday at 4pm, a council of 7 men were elected to run the mosque and will submit a monthly report to Pittsburgh. Sheikh Saeed Akmal (spelled as Shiekh Saeed Awwal) is also mentioned as well as the wait for the new imam.

In July-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, July 21, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Abdullah Eesa has a lengthy entry on ‘Among the Moslems” wherein he indirectly tells the world that M.Y. Khan has been removed (without mentioning his name) from the Braddock Mosque. Sheikh Hoson reportedly visited from Colombus, Ohio. A council of Islam with 12 men was formed. Bro Adbul Mohammad Ibn Bakr is the new imam, he is called “Imam ul Shareef in America”, he is trying to connect the new Muslims of Braddock (these are all ex-Ahmadi’s) to the greater Muslim World. Sheikh Nasir Ahmad is the head of the 12-man council of Imam’s, however, he is also working in Philadelphia.

In July-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, July 28, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Last Sunday at 4pm, a council of 7 men were elected to run the mosque and will submit a monthly report to Pittsburgh. Sheikh Saeed Akmal (spelled as Shiekh Saeed Awwal) is also mentioned as well as the wait for the new imam.

In Aug-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 4, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. On Sunday, July-22 at 8pm, there was a gathering at the Mosque in Pittsburgh to greet the new Imam, Bro Hakim Abdul Muhammed. Sh. Nasir Ahmad has been touring with him too. It is mentioned how Dr. Sufi M.R. Bengali came to the Braddock Mosque and denounced M.Y. Khan, called him an honorary missionary only and demanded chanda via certain policies. However, the blacks of Braddock refused. On Sunday (July-28), Bro Hakim Abdul Muhammed gave a lecture.

In Aug-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Aug 18, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. A man named Abdis Subhan of Braddock died. On Sunday Aug-12, Sheikh Nasir Ahmad stopped at the Braddock Mosque as he was enroute to Philadelphia, he also gave a speech in Pittsburgh.

In Sep-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, Sep 8, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. They allege that they are learning Arabic.

In March-1935, via the Moslem Sunrise (see page 20), Abdullah Eesa has an essay on “Islam, the Unity of Religions”.

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Intro
In 1934, he shows up as an Ahmadi missionary in the Pittsburgh area. While Muhammad Yusuf Khan was gone (summer-1934), the imam that he had appointed Chaudhri Mohammed Ashraf was chased from the community, then Muhammad Yusuf Khan’s possessions were seized and auctioned to repay the Muslims for the hardships they had endured on his behalf. They had even bought him a car (See Dannin)(See the famous schism in Ahmadiyya).

In May-1934, via the Cleveland Call and Post of Sat, May 12, 1934 ·Page 2, there is a report on the Braddock Mosque by Abdullah Eesa. Bro Ahmad Omar gave a lecture on April-29 on “Religion, the Science of Life”. Bro’s Ahmad Abdullah and Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) met in Duquesne. Saleh gave 2 speeches, in one of them he discussed the Bible. On Thursday evening, they assembled at the Pittsburgh Mosque (Ahmadiyya temple), the Ahmadi missionary was there and introduced another Ahmadi missionary, Dr. Mohammed Ashraf. On Friday evening, Shaikh Abid Haque gave a speech, Dr. M.Y. Khan gave the keynote speech, Sh Akmal (Saeed Akmal?) was there too.

Muhammad Yusuf Khan seems to have fled Cleveland by Oct-1934 and in Nov-1934 he sent a letter to Wali Akram asking for travel funds (See Dannin, page 99 and 283). Akram refused!
While Muhammad Yusuf Khan was gone, the imam that he had appointed Chaudhri Mohammed Ashraf was chased from the community, then Muhammad Yusuf Khan’s possessions were seized and auctioned to repay the Muslims for the hardships they had endured on his behalf. They had even bought him a car (See Dannin). At this point, Wali Akram stepped forward and wrote letters to the 2nd Qadiani-Khalifa in Qadian and told him how much of a crook Muhammad Yusuf Khan was. This prompted the 2nd Qadiani-Khalifa in Qadian to send in Sufi Muti-ur-Rahman Bengali to try to save Ahmadiyya in Cleveland. However, Sufi Muti-ur-Rahman Bengali began requesting “back fees” for all the payments of chanda that had been missed.

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