The Colored American

The COLORED American Library of Congress NATIONAL REGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. 7. NO. 41. UNDER BRIGHTER SKIES UNDER BRIGHTER SKIES The Afro-American Council concludes its Labs and Adopts Strong and Practical Resolutions - Auspicious Ontlook. The second day's session of the executive committee of the National Afro-American Council to which reference is made elsewhere in this issue, was taken up in hearing the reports of the various committees. The work of the Council for the coming year was carefully mapped out. A largely attended public meeting was held Friday night at the Vermont Avenue Baptist church. Bishop Alexander Walters presided and described the grand results achieved by the conference and declared that the Council was here to stay. Enthusiastic speeches were delivered by former Governor P. B. S. Pinchback, Attorney Edward Everett Brown, of Boston; T. Thomas Fortune, editor of the New York Age, and Attorney F. L. McGhee, of Minnesota. On the platform besides these were Congressman White, Bishop Harris, J. E. Bruce, Prof. Lawson and others. The report of the committee on resolutions was handed in and read by the secretary. It was in the form of some what sweeping resolutionf which commenced by congratulating the Council on the increase of interest manifested in its workings, point to the benefits to be derived, and express the hope that at the Indianapolis meeting it will be found that the whole race has been imbued with the value of such an organization. The President is praised for having appointed commissioned officers from the Afro-Americans in two regiments and an agent at the Paris Exposition; for the exhibit from the race at the Exposition it is hoped that Congress will promptly vote 15,009 asked for. Legislation against ob law is urged on Congress. Commending the Crumpacker bill to reduce southern Congressional seats to tally with votes cast and the action of the republican National Committee in refusing to reduce representation at conventions, the resolutions go on to say that it is not loyal Afro-Americans who are to be legislated against, but disloyal white people, and indorse the measures to investigate and test the disfranchisement of the race in the South. The resolutions set forth that while the race comprises one third of the WASHINGTON, D. C., SATURDAY, JANUARY 6, 1900. J. Georgia's Popular Leader and Register of the United States Treasury-A Tribute to His Sterling Qualities, population of the District of Columbia, it has no control of the affairs of the District; that the colored people are discriminated against in the police court and in cases where civil rights are at issue, and receive neither justice nor courtesy. The President is asked to interfere. Complaint is made that the Afro-Americans have practically no representation in the census work. The adoption of a separate sleeping car law in Georgia is condemned, and the whole penal system of the South is made a subject of protest. Concluding, the resolutions invoke divine favor on the work of the council to secure justice and fair play. The resolutions are signed by T. Thomas Fortune, chairman; P. B S. Pinchback, George H. White, Bishop C. R. Harris, Chris J. Perry, Edward Everett Brown and John E. Bruce. During the Thursday recess the visiting delegates were entertained by an elaborate dinner spread at Joiner's Cafe by the members of the local council, and Saturday evening a public reception was tendered to all strangers here for the holidays at Odd Fellows' Hall. Saturday afternoon a select party enjoyed a luncheon at Gray and Costleys. The Council's meeting was highly encouraging and the year starts off under the most auspicious circumstances. King Carnival's Sway. On Friday of last week quite a number of young ladies and gentlemen gathered at the residence of Miss Emma Brown, 2722 N street n w., to spend an evening of pleasure. Music and mirth held full sway and King Carnival was at his best. Refreshments were served from a bounteous table and the guests wended their homeward way much elated. The followed were present: Misses Emma Brown, Marie Jordan, Minnie Crutchfield, Cora Greene, Claude Butler, Hewlett, Botts, Daisy Alexander, Harris and Irene Alexander Messrs. Macljah Early, Berry, Beason, Weaver, Banman, Wilkerson, Crusoe, Crutchfield, West, Dodson and Brown. PRICE FIVE CENTS. DEVOTEES OF DR. CRUMMELL How Sweet Converse in an Albany Home Study ing the Negro in Letter Science and Art. Albany, N. Y., Special—The first reception of the Alexander Crummell Historical Club was held at the residence of Mr. Aaron Oliver, 336 Hamilton street, on December 26. A splendid musical and literary program was among the features of the evening The first selection was a piano solo by Miss Anna Moore, followed by the address of welcome by the critic of the club, J. E. Bruce. A solo by Mrs. L. J. Mann and Miss Anna Moore; reading by Miss Eva Williams, "The Negro In It." A paper on the life of T. Thomas Fortune by Mrs. Annie Pickett; solo by Mrs. L. J. Mann; a short talk by Mr. J. R. Frisby and a gramophone recital by Mr. L. J. Mann. The object of the club is to study Negro history and make itself acquainted with the achievements of the Negro in letters, art, science, medicine and all industries that dignify labor, whether it be of head or of the hand. After the exercises, cards and pleasant converse was the order of the evening. Too much praise cannot be given Mrs. L. J. Mann and her committee of ladies, Mrs. Annie Pickett and Miss Anna Moore in making the reception a social success. Miss Eva Williams, one of Albany's most refined intelligent and accomplished young ladies, added much to the evenings enjoyment by her affable and engaging manners to every one. At midnight a bountiful repast was served in the dining room. Much regret was expressed at the absence of the Director of the club, Mr. Henry A. Spencer who was called to Rochester. The club expresses thanks to Mr. Aaron Oliver who kindly offered the hospitalities of his cozy home to the club and its friends. Mr. Oliver is one of Albany's progressive young men. Noticeable among the guests were Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Hoyt, Mrs. Mary Tracy, Mrs. Laura Jackson Lodge, Mr. William H. Brent, Mrs. N. Mingo, Mr. Fred. Turner and Mr. Albert Jackson, the latter from Watkins, N. Y. Mrs. J. E. BRUCE. Mr. R. W. Thompson, of Indiana who for several years has been identified with the editorial staff of The Colored American, and for the past year connected clerically with the Recorder's office, began the new year with an appointment in the Census Bureau. He was detailed to the division of manufactures, an annex to the Geological Survey, for which elegant quarters have been established in the big building formerly occupied by the Post Office Department. 2 HANDLING POSTAGE STAMPS Government Agent John P. Green Throws Light on the Inside of a Most Important Bureau. Editor The Colored American:— In compliance with your request that I write for your Christmas number, an article containing some account of the office of Postage Stamp Agent, which I now occupy under the government; permit me to submit briefly, the following: The position which is regarded by many, (who are even ignorant of its J. HON. JOHN P. GREEN. official title) as a sinecure, is one of great responsibili y; though the mere physical labor incidental to it is comparatively light. Not only is the agent held responsible for the quality of all the various kinds of kinds of postage stamps, which range in denomination, variety, and value, from the $100 stamp down to the one cent stamp, but he is also expected and required to make sure that the quantity held in reserve in the vault is sufficient for any emergency; and the arrival of prosperity has not caught him napping; although the number of post-offices in the United States to be supplied (including, of course, all the little country cross roads offices) aggregates seventy five thousand The number issued during the fiscal year, ending June 30, 1899, was, 3,715 168,875, worth $71,750,172. This was an increase over the previous year of 263, 470,435 stamps, worth $2,370,949 more than the issue for 1898 This fact alone, is significant of the great increase in the business of the country during the existence of the present administration. The transaction of all the foregoing business for our great and powerful nation, comes within the sphere of the agents practical duties; and makes his office one of great responsibility and honor. In this connection, it may be of interest to read a description of the methods purued in manufacturing this vast quantity of stamps, which comes with in the scope of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, one of the most useful and important of the government, since it is through this bureau that not only the postage stamps are manufactured, but also all the internal revenue stamps and "paper money," including government bonds. There is a regular contract between the government and the bureau, executed with all due formality, just as was the case when the government and the American Bank Note Company used to contract for the furnishing of the stamps by the latter. When the company ceased to furnish stamps for the government, and the bureau took the peculiar and difficult task, the officials were in a quandary as THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. o where to find a suitable supply of paper, for the Bank Note Company, while suppilying the government with stamps had carefully guarded the secret of the source of its supply; nor was t then known to any one save its own agents. However, the United States Government seldom gets left, and in this instance, ways and means were devised which speedily disclosed the much-needed information, it proved to be a paper made at Lock Haven, N. Y. The paper is manufactured from a pulp which is derived in the first instance, from a little "scrubby" pinetree which flourishes in that section of the country, and of which the supply is well nigh in exhaustible in the United States. While the Bank Note Company was engaged in the manufacture of our stamps, the paper was plain white, but since the government has assumed control, the nature of the paper has been modified by "watering" it in a way which makes it almost impossible to counterfeit. For the further protection of the government in this behalf, it is made, by law, a felony for a person to have any of this paper in his possession outside of his official capacity. The sheets on which the ones and twos are printed are of the same size, being $ 18\frac{1}{2} $ by $ 20\frac{3}{4} $ inches, and, contain, when printed, each four hundred stamps. These sheets, however, being perforated are cut into four parts, each containing one hundred stamps. The sheets for the other denomination vary in size. The dies from which the plates for stamps are made, are engraved by government experts, with the utmost skill and care, and it is the opinion of men of experience that the work in this department is superior to that done by the former manufacturers of the stamps After being put through the printing presses the sheets are ready for the adhesive substance; this is applied in a room specially adapted for the purpose. Formerly no care was taken to observe exact proportions of the gum, dextrine and glucose which entered into the composition of the mucilage, the proportions being guessed at and measured with the eye; but now, nothing is left to guesswork or chance; all the constituent parts are weighed with scrupulous exactness. The result is that each cauldron full is the exact counterpart of every other; and when reduced in temperature to 80 degrees, Fahrenheit, the specific gravity of all is the same. Great cleanliness is observed in manufacturing the mucilage in all its stages. The amount of mucilage required for one thousand sheets of four hundred each, making four hundred thousand, is exactly known; and in the practical application of the rule, the variations are so slight as not to merit attention. The amount, of course, in the discretion of the expert, is varied to meet the requirements of the seasons of the year and the climates to which many of them must be exposed. The long dryers through which the sheets are passed, on endless chains, to which they are automatically clasped at the entrance and released at the end, are objects of much curiosity to the average visitor. Here, too, great care is exercised, the temperature of the atmosphere in them being regulated with exactness by thermometrical appliances—even the humidity of the atmosphere in the room is strictly regulated: and when it is indicated to be below the normal, a spray is injected into it which corrects the variation. From this room the sheets, now printed and gummed, are transferred to another, in which intricate machin- ery, assisted by deft fingers, quarter and perforate the large sheets at the a e time, after they have been sube d to a phenomenal hydraulic presu e, in order to flatten them and keep him from curling by reason of the application to them of the mucilage just referred to. Now they are put in pack ages of fifty and two hundred thousand and afterwards delivered to the trusted person who has charge and guard s the torage vault. There they await the demands of the postage stamp agent, who on order sends them in registered packages to all parts of the country. The output of bureau per day varies; sometimes it aggregates as high as 34,000 sheets, equal to 13,600,000 stamps; and, in an emergency, to even 42,000 sheets or 16,800,000 stamps. Such are the facilities and processes, in part exercised by our great government which, since 1847, when the use of post' age stamps was introduced, has enlarged its scope and demand, until the present conditions astonish even Americans, who are accustomed to phe nomenal strides and occurrences. JOHN P. GREEN. Washington, D C., Dec. 1st 1899. THE GREATEST RACE JOURNAL. Editor Colored American, Dear sir- When I received The Colored American a week ago, transformed and adorned and bristling with editorial and news matter, I spontaneously indited you a letter of hearty congratulations. As it failed to be mailed until too old, I decided to write again substantially as I wrote you first. I think The American is now in the lead of all other papers published by and on behalf of the race. You and your associates therefore deserve unstinted praise for establishing and building up in this community a paper whose influence for good is felt throughout the country. Wishing you and yours a most happy new year, I have the honor to be dear sir, Very truly yours, Washington, D. C. "Era of Good Feeling" in Georgia. Permanent and lasting peace between the white and colored people is an accomplished fact in Georgia. Good white people and good colored people are in the ascendancy. Now and then bad white people outrage some bad black man, and vice versa; yet, in spite of the pranks of the lawless, the good, upright and intelligent of both races in our Empire State are on speaking terms of the Gospel, and the devil and his imps can't interrupt our love feast.—Atlanta Age. Glad to hear of this pleasant state of things, Col. Pledger. You have done your share in bringing it about. Get After the Lynchers. When Congress shall have disposed of Mr. Roberts, the next petition to be sent up by the people should be one against lynching. The Roberts case palls into insignificance when compared to lynching and burning human beings. -Oil City Afro-American, Corsicana, Texas. Just Listen to this Man! Editor E, E. Cooper, of The Washington ton Colored American, is one of the shrewdest journalistic administration hustlers to be found in the country, and is deserving of a reward.—Afro-American Speaker. NOTICE Mr. P. A. Hairston, formerly collector on this paper, is not now in any way connected with it. The public is hereby warned against paying him any money on the accounts of The Colored American. Washington, D. C., is prepared to furnish CAPABLE TEACHERS of every branch of instruction and DESIRABLE SCHOOLS in all parts of the country. REGISTRATION FREE but applicants must be fully competent to teach or possess the ability to learn how to teach. 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Last Sunday was to all intents and purposes “‘Scott Day” at the Second Baptist Lyceum. The uaual big crowd was out and the exercises were of de- cided interest. Prof. Jesse Lawson pre- sided and Mr.T. H. McKinney served as secretary in the absence of Miss Hattie Drew. The principal speaser was A, Wendell Seott, Esq,, formerly of Wilmington, N. U., now a member of the District bar, and one of our brightest and most highly re=pected representatives of the Blackstonian profession. Mr. Scott’s address was forcoful and eloquent and recited in new ard comprebensive style the achievements of the Negro as a soldier and a citizen. He reviewed the history of the race and told of the Negro’s con- duct in all the wars from the revolu: tionary struggle down to the conflict with Spain. He described the progress we have made in politics and bustness, and our accumulations in wealth and education, concluding that a people who could rise from depths of slavery to affluent citizenship in less than two decades of freedom and opportunity, had no reason to despair, Mr. Scott’s happy pericds and appropriate refer: ences to famous characters and his’ torical events, evoked frequent and en- thusiastic applause. Mrs. William Scott field agent of the American Baptist Home Mission As- sociation, drew tears from many eyes by ber graphic story of slave life, with its trials and hardships and pictured with dramatic intensity the joy ex- perienced by the slave the morning when Lincoln’s emancipation procla- mation took effect. She pointed out the duty the northern Negro owed to his brethren in the black belt of the South and asked aid for the enlightenment of the boys and girls of that section. She received subscription amounting to about $50. Rev. L G. Jordan the, spoke of the Baptist missionary work in Africa. At the executive session which fol- lowed President Lawson stated that under no circumstances would he ac- cept a re-election and a committee headed by Mr.T. H McKinney was ap‘ pomted to nominate officers of the Ly: ceum for the ensuing year. Mr. R. w Thompson heads a committee to pre pare a suitable memorial bearing upon the retiring president’s splendid work during the seven years of his incum’ bency. ‘I'he reports will be heard at tomorrow’s session. Notes for Normal. Normal, Ala,, Special.—The Christ- mas issue of the Index speaks well for the classes in printing. It contains ex- cellent articles from the Senior nor- mals and elaborate account of the work of theinstitution. The Christmas hol- idays failed te induce many students to leave for their homes. This is quite an improvement over former years and shows that parents are awakening to the duty. Owing to reports of small pox in the neighborhood, precautions have been taken to ward off the disease. The saw and planing mills have under- gone repairs and all kinde of wood- work is turned out under the manage ment of Prof. W. A. Scott. H. D. STATTER. Mr. C. L. Marshall is doing a prcs~ perous business in coal, wood and groe- eries at the corner of 8thand R streets northwest. He carries a large and varied stock. Mr. Marshall is a first class business man in every respect and a most useful member of society, THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 4 NEW YEAR'S GIF1S, A Few Articles Enumerated That Had The Colored American Been Able to Control Would Have Been Tendered to Certain Persons as a Holiday Remembrance—Let Everybody Be Happy. The New Year brings joy and gladness to the heartths of many AfroAmerican homes; or at least, it should do so. We hope everybody is happy to his fill, and that the holiday season has brought in its wake some memento or keepsake that may be treasured through all time, and brighten the hours that might otherwise be shrouded in the gloom of disappointment and chagrin. Had the duties of Santa Claus and the Goddess of 1900 been intrusted to The Colored American, the following gifts might have been distributed to certain persons not unknown to fame: J. E. Bruce—Editorship of the Star of Zion. T. Thomas Fortune—A thousand-mile ticket away from Washington. Booker T. Washington—$500,000 endowment for Tuskegee. T. J. Calloway—$15,000 appropriation and 5,000 typical race productions for Paris Exposition. John H. Hannon—Subscription of $10,000 for the benefit of the Afro-American Council. Samuel E. Lacy—$1,200 allowance by Congress, as compensation for private secretary to the Recorder of Deeds. Daniel L. Brooks—Promotion to first-class clerkship in office of Recorder of Deeds. Joseph H. Douglass—365 profitable concert engagements for 1900. Prof. Jesse Lawson—Commissioner to Paris Exposition. P. B. S. Pinchback—Membership on Board of Assessors, or something better. Daniel Murray—Election to Philadelphia convention. Alex. S. Richardson—Chairmanship of monster Emancipation celebration at Convention Hall at opening of 20th century, January 1, 1901. Dr. A. M. Curtis—New and commodious building for Freedmen's Hospital. Prof. W. H. Richards—Deanship of law department of Howard University. Prof. W. H. H. Hart—A Tuskegee on the Potomac for the reform of boys. Rev. W. Bishop Johnson—A completed Second Baptist Church. Rev. M. M. Moore—Credentials as Bishop of the A. M. E. Church. Rev. P. A. Hubbard—Financial Secretaryship of A. M. E. Church. Edward F. Lee—Coronet, as leader of the Negro Democracy of America. W. Lee Person—A snug clerkship in the Government Printing Office. W. T. Menard—Promotion to proof reader in the Government Printing Office. W. A. Pledger—Recognition as leader of the Home Guard in Georgia, and the practical usufruct logically appertaining thereunto. H. P. Cheatham—Harmony on honorable terms between the races in North Carolina. Bishop Walters—Certificate showing every negro to be enrolled under the banner of the Afro-American Council. Bishop Turner—Restoration to perfect health and a sleeping car ticket to any point in Georgia. Henry E. Lacy—Chieftaincy of the proposed anti-lynching detective bureau. A. Wendell Scott—One more glance at the Old Wilmington Home. Editor A. L. Manly—Right perpetual to remain away from Wilmington. W. C. Martin—Dispensation giving the Congressional Lyceum coordinate powers with Congress to pass laws beneficial to the Afro-American. W. Calvin Chase—A vest-pocket big enough in which to carry the political, social and educational interests of the District of Columbia. A. Worthington Brinkley—Plenty of free silver. Dr. J. E. Rankin—Rest. Prof. J. W. Hoffman—Instructorship in science at Howard University, to succeed Prof. Richard Foster. Howard University—More color and more backbone for its Board of Trustees. E. M. Hewlett—A victim of the anticivil rights prejudice who will stick to his case, even when a white man tells him to quit. N. Wright Cuney, Jr.—A foremanship at Government Printing Office. H. C. Bruce—An edition de luxe of The Life and Public Services of Senator B. K. Bruce. Woman's League—A family newspaper setting forth their work in detail each month. Editor J. H. Murphy—Rev. C. S. Smith's present pair of shoes. George L. Knox—A diagram showing where Indiana is "in it" under this Administration. Register J. W. Lyons—Free license to name Georgia's "Big Four." Editor A. W. Wimberly—A gross of vinegar-tipped pencils for the Augusta Union. Heirs of Postmaster Baker—Certificate of the Government resuming the prosecution of the Lake City murderers. Prof. S. R. Scottron—Genuine mixed schools in Greater New York. Rev. J. W. Smith—An A. M. E. Zion bishopric. A. M. E. Connection Generally—The election of six or more new bishops. Vicar-Bishop J. M. Dwane—Wings of the American Methodist Church that will be warranted to flap together. Rev. J. M. Henderson—The editorship of the Christian Recorder. T. McCants Stewart—Congressional delegateship from the sometime Territory of Hawaii. Dr. C. B. Purvis—A permit to once more cool his heels in the sacred precincts of Freedmen's Hospital as monarch of all he surveys. Col. Perry H. Carson—Permission to name the man to go to Philadelphia with no restrictions as to personal modesty. Everybody—"Offis"—Anything, oh Lord, with a salary attached! Average Newspaper Correspondent Ability to write a legible hand, and some knowledge of the rules of orthography, grammar and good taste. The Preacher-A tip that short sermons contain the maximum of wit, eloquence and saving grace. The Amphions-The longest of lives. Bethel Literary and Historical Association-A membership, paid up, of 1,000 persons per annum. Editor E. E. Cooper-Coronet as prince of journalists, and a press gang generous enough to concede the title to the same. Editor W. E. King-National committeeman for the State of Texas. Roscoe Conkling Bruce—Title of "the Beveridge of the United States Senate of 1916." Consul R. T. Greener—A textbook "How to Remember the English Language, Though Sojourning in Russia." Secretary Root—The Vice-Presidency of the United States. President McKinley—A reelection by acclamation. John F. Cook—The compliments of the season, coupled with an intimation that a career spent in providing young men with the means of employment is as noble an achievement as the accumulation of great idle wealth. Women of the Nation—A consolidation of the many organizations looking to the advancement of the mental, moral and political status of the feminine sex. R. C. O. Benjamin—"The Kicker" chair in the John Hay Industrial School, Alexandria, Va. John P. Green—A truce signed in gold letters countersigned by one Harry C. Smith. Harry C. Smith—Extra hat-band, warranted to stand any amount of lateral pressure. Editor W. H. Steward—A mammoth Kentucky Baptist publishing house. Dr. R. F. Boyd—Territorial expansion sufficient to carry the numerous buildings he is erecting in the classic burg of Nashville, Tenn. Rev. R. H. Boyd—A million dollar printing plant, and the opportunity it would afford for the employment of the talented youth of our race. Bishop B. W. Arnett—A Bible that will yield better results politically than did that one which was brought into conspicuous service March 4, 1897. J. H. Butcher—A figment in his mind that might be construed into the High Art Custom Tailoring High Art Custom Tailoring Fashion forecast for Fall and Winter 1899-1900. My suits run from $15 up Best silk Lined $18.00 up Over coats all the way from $14 to $45.00. semblance of an opinion upon any matter in general. Emmett J. Scott—Brevet as the "Horace Greeley of Southern Journalism," and an acceptance of "The Tuskegee Student," as the mentor of the negro in Alabama's "black belt." John R. Lynch—A recipe to keep the glare of greenbacks from injuring the eyesight. Michael M. McCary—A goodly slice for his own use that he is compelled to help pay out to the boys in blue. Douglass B. McCary—An eye that will defy the ravages of money counting. Henry E. Baker—A thirty-six hour day to permit him to slow down to a walk, and yet accomplish all he thinks ought to be done in a single revolution of the earth. Charles R. Douglass—Allopathic doses of real manhood to be administered to countless members of the negro race. Sergeant Barney McKay—A vindication. Banker L. C. Bailey—Forgetfulness that he once ran in the "also" class in a right smart little dash for the District delegateship. Banker Isaac H. Smith—A new issue with which he can startle the nation, and win additional laurels in the arena of "originality." Paul Laurence Dunbar—Credentials as the race's poet laureate. "Phil" Waters—A hall and audience; he'll do the rest. Dr. H. F. Gamble—More celebrities to draw out the hospitable graces of West Virginia's capital. Hy. Arnett—A cheerful official letter from the appointment clerk of the Census Bureau. In Midway Kentucky. Midway, Ky., Special.—Sample copies came safely to us. The editor of the Clipper(white) of this city, endorsed your strong, deliberate editorials and the paper generally. Rev. Mitchell, the Pilgrim evangelist, has just finished one of his most remarkable tours. He preached in the Opera House here at the National Jubilee Century meeting, Sunday, to a full house. His subject was "Hot Time in Old Town tonight." Text taken from St. Mark 16:15. Mr. Mitchell certainly carries a host of friends wherever he goes. Prof. Breckinridge will hold and education meeting on the 5th inst., at the Opera House Rev. Polk is at Versalles. Rev. Lindsey like Dr. Patton, is looking fat from the festivities of Christmas. Midway turns out 199 barrels of whiskey a day Pretty girls, good horses and business Negroes. HISTORICAL PUB, Co. Meets on Wednesday Night. The regular meeting of District AfroAmerican No. 1 will be held at the Conservatory of Music, corner Twelfth and R streets, northwest, Wednesday January 10th at 8 o'clock, and not on Monday 8th inst. as heretofore published. All members are asked to be present at this meeting and bring a friend. Mr. Lewis H. Douglass, was the guest of Mrs. George Clinton, in Philadelphia a few days ago. Miss Marjorie Gregory, of Bordentown N. J., and Miss Edna Hall, of Baltimore, spent the holidays in the city, the guests of Miss Musette Brooks. When you need good coal, just leave your order with S. S. Daish & Sons, 1207 G street n.w., or Phone them. Dry coal and full weight. T A. H. COOPER Mo. Ave. and 6th St. Opposite Pa. Station Inexpensive New Years Gifts. Now is the time to do your Xmas shopping. Stocks are complete. Varieties are greatest. Clerks can give you careful attention. And you can shop with ease and comfort. We call special attention to our great variety of INEXPENSIVE ARTICLES that are especially desirable for Xmas gifts. Some PRICES to guide you. Beautiful Prices in Sterling Silver 75c $1, $1.25, $1.50 up. Cut Glass Nappies, $1.25 up. Cut Glass Bowls, $400 up. Decorated Glass Vaces, 50c. China Bric A-Brac, $1 up. China Bowls, Dishes etc. 50c UP. DULIN & MARTIN CO., Successors to M. W. Beveridge, 1251 F St. and 1214 G St. FINE WINES Liquors of all kinds. OLD WHISKIES Choice Cigars. AND BRANDIES. Philadelphia House, M. F. CARROLL, Prop. Restaurant and Saloon, 348 Pennsylvania Avenue, N. W. Washington, D. C. Meals to Order. Everything First Class. Billiard and Pool Parlors Attached. Pullman House 206 412 Street, Near Maryland avenue. Rooms 50 Cents and $1.00. Meals 15 and 25 Cents. At All Hours. Newly Furnished Rooms Convenient to car lines. JOHN F. DADE, Manager. ..Dyer and Cleaner.. 709 9th St. n. w. 1407 14th St. n. w. Telephone 1152 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D.C. ==" » > og The Masculine Smart Set. |+-South” station, but owing to the|°f the Emancipation Proclamation by | FINANCIAL. ig SE VR Se eee) a ee a back, presented in all an elaborate spectacle. The following menu was served in the ‘‘Delmorico”’ style: Sweet pickles, lettuee, olives, celery, Flor de gras sandwiches, anchov paste. Tongue sandwiches, Ham sandwiches, Chicken crocottes, en casserole, Cold roast tarkey, Cold beet tongue, Barbe capucine salad, Lettuce salad, Ohicory salad, Potatoe salad, Baked sweet potatoes, Mashed potatoes, New tomatoes. Pampkin pie, Fruit cake, Pound cake. Lady fingers, Bon bons, Chocolate almonds, Filberts, Malaga grapes, Raisins, American, English & Roquefort cheese Claret punch, Manbattan cocktails Old Reserve (18 years old,) Hunter Rye, Mumm’s Extra Dry White Seal, Pommery Sec. Henry Clay cigars Geo. W. Childs cigars, Cuban cigars, Egyptian cigarettes, Sweet Caporal Virginia Brights. The bill was heartily enjoyed by sil present, The following toasts were responded to: “Our Host,” Mr, Albert B. Hop: kins, Sr; ‘The Alexandria Girls,” Samuel W. Madden, jr. All present then drank to the health of “The Host- ess.’ ‘Our Home Physician,’’ Dr. Al bert Johnson; “The Masonic Fraterni- ty,’” Messra, Frank Watson, Rubert A. Johnson, A. B. Hopkins, Sr. Mr. W. Horatius Jones sang a basssolo. Mr William F. Evans in a fitting way commented on what has been said about ‘‘Our Home Physician” stating that Doctor Johnson was the first phy sician of Alexandria to report to the city Health Officer a case of small pox, during the recent epidemic. Dr. John: son then recited Bryant’s ‘‘! hanatop- sis;” Robert A Johnson, Poe’s ‘“Rav- cn;”” Wm, F Evans, Gray’s ‘‘Elegy.”’ Prof. A. B. Hopkins, Jr. then gave ashort history of the British in the Transvaal, followed by Mr. J. W. Lumpkins. Music and current joke were then indulged in to the *‘weesma’ hours” of the morning. The guests then quietly took their departure feel- ing indebted to the host. There were present Doctors, Albert Johnson, J. Milton Hopkins; Messrs. A. B. Hop- kins, Sr, A.B. Hopkins, Jr., 8. W. Madden, Jr., R. A. Johnson, Wma. F. Evans, J. W, Lumpkins, W. H. Jones, F. Watson, H. Harris and H. Tancil. Pythagor:s Ledge’s Election. Pythagoras Lodge, F. A. A. M., the »anner Masonic lodge of the District of Columbia, held and important election 4 few nights ago at their hall, The at: terdance was large, and the member- ship present included some of the or Cer’s most representative men of the country. Because of his zeal in the cause of Masonry and unusual apti ‘ude for the work, Resorder H. P. Cheatham was placed in nomination by Mr. Thorgtop Jackson for the Master’s chair—a jump of two points from the “South” station, but owing to the mapy political obligations which would occupy his time during this exciting campaign year Mr. Cheatham put aside personal inclinations and declined the honor; wherevpon Dr. William Tignor was chosen Master by acclamation. Mr. Cheatham was prevailed upon to accept the less exacting post of Senior Warden and Mr. Henry Y. Arnett was pro moted to Junior Warden. The retiring Master, Mr. W. H. Beason, has had a successful administrasion and rejoices in the proud record of haying not missed a meeting during his incumbency. aise wee | The Sojeurner Traih Home. A course of lectuses an domestic science was begun in the pariors of the Sojourner Truth Home for working girls, on Friday evening last. Although it was very cold, quite a number as- sembled in the cheery rooms and were well paid for braving the winds. Dr. Ramsay class of 1900 Howard Medical School, contributed to the evening en- tertainment by his very fine executions of some delightful music, Paul Dun- bar’s quaint sketch in prose of ‘‘Mount Pisgahs’ Christmas Possum’ was read by Miss Wilkes, after which Miss Ella Boston read a most interesting ana highly instructive paper on cooking The paper treated,of the subject from a scientific standpoint and dwelt upon the importance of preparing food in the proper way for invalids, children and adults. Beginning with Friday evening January 12, regularly eaeh week at 730 these lectures will be given. The next lesson will include il- Justrated instructions in fire building and rice boiling. An Evening Gathering. A very pleasant reception was given Thursday evening of last week at the tesidence of Miss Erma Richardeon in honor of Miss Margaret Gregory of Bordentown, N. J, Some of those pres- ent were: Miss Margaret Gregory of Bordentown, N. J., Misses Lewis and Smith of Boston, Miss Pelam of New York, Misses Brooks, Smallwood, Johnson, Taylor, Smith, Riehardson, George, Hattie and Fannie Cornish und Mrs. Henry Freeman; Messrs. Adams, Payne, Jackson, Eugene Gregory, Housto., Fietcher, Drs. Dowlins and Tignor The American was represented by Mr. H. Ba; ene Wilson. ME PASEA VAST SEOMOSITA AZAim. The Capital City Orchestra will give their second grand musicale of the season, under the auspices of the Edu cational Club, of John Wesley A. M. E. Z, church, at the cnurch, Con- necticut avenue, between L and M @treets northwest, Monday January 15th. The Capita: City Uencert Orches- tra with Mr. BenjaminT. Holmes as its director has won a wide reputation among their many friends. The orches tra will be assisted by some of the beat vocal talent in the city: namely, Mies Georgia Makal, Miss Beatrice Jones Mies Lillian V. Green, Miss Eva Bell and others. Moentelair Citizens Celenrate. Montelair, N. J., special -The Thirty seventh anniversary of the Emanci: pation Proclamation was duly cele- brated January 1 at the Union Baptist eburch, The church was crowded with the best citizens of the vicinity. The afiernoon prugram beginning at 2 o’clock includéd singing by the children, ad- dresses by all who desired to speak and paper by Miss Mattie Gibbs, eubject, “Emancipation Day.’’ The evening program began at 7:45 p, m., addreasof welcome by Rev. J. W. Towns, reading of the Emancipation Proclamation by Mies Lulu B. Kiliott; reading of the 18th, 14th 15th amendments of the United States Constitution by Mr: Theron Oliver, introductory address by the pastor, Rev. J.C Love. Thespeak er of the-evening was Mr. P. 8. Blake of Washington, D. C. Appropriate reso tutions were read by Rev. T. G. Tibbs of Montclair, N. J. The admirable committee on arrangements included Rev. J. H. Blake, president, Rev. J. 0. Love, vice president, Freeman L. Epps, secretary, C. H. Baker, assistant secre’ lary, George F. Henderson. At the Festal Board. A very pretty dinner was given at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel T. Butler, 605 L street northeast, in honor ot Miss Sadie McEntree and Miss Mamie Burnett. Among ‘those present were: Mr. Walter Bell, master of all fan, and Mise Farrell, Mrs. Hord~ ing, Miss DeNeill, Mr. Welford Poin- dexter,,Mr, Walter Wheeler, Miss Maud Cross, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Steward, Mr. Ear! Harris, Mr. Hugh _McEntree, Miss Poindexter, Mr. Jordonand Miss Baltimore. After the dinner was served the young people enjoyed themselves. District De lecates. The election of delegates from the District of Columbia willbe held under the direction aud supervision of an e.ection board, composed of Hon. John B. Cotton, W. C. Chase and L. M: Saun: dere. This board has authority to fix the date for such election and to ar- range all details and regulations inci dent thereto, and shall provide for a registration to include the name and residence of each voter, a Ae eta ae | a eee Following is the order of exercises to be offered for the next weeks by Bethel Literary and Historical Association ar- ranged with great care by President W. H. Richards. The organization meets every Tuesday evening in the lecture room of the Metropolitan A. M. E church, and the people are invited to atiend, without regard toclass or creed. PROGRAM. January 16, Topic—Great Men of African Descent. 1. Frederick Doug- laes, Mr. John W. Cromwell;2 Alexan der Dumas, Mrs. Ooralie Franklin Cook; 8. Alexander 8. Poushkin, Mr. L, M. Hershaw. Jaruary 23, Topic— Wendell Phillips. Rev. J. E. Rankin, President Howard University. This meeting will be held at Andrew Ravkia Memorial Chapel. January 80, Topic—Architecture, (a) Classic, Mise Kate C. Lewis;(b) Med.z val, Miss Rosetta A. Boston; (c) Mod- erp, Mrs. Bettie G. Francis; (d) Land: scape Gardening, Miss Florence J. Smith. February 6, Topic—Public Opinion. Reuben 8. Smith, Esq. February, 13, Topic—Marriage. 1. Home; I.e Organization, Mrs. Marga: garet B. Albert; 2. Its Foes, Mrs. Julia Mason Layton; 3. Its Friends, Mra. Sarah I. Fleetwood. é The Capital Savings Bank, This bank has recently been made an agent of one of the wealthiest corpora- tions in this country, or in any other, that of the United States Express Com- pany. It issues United States Express Money Orders in sums to suit, payable everywhere. (Gas bills may also be paid at this banz. Weare glad to see the Capital Savings Bank people, “stretching out’ in the business world, and enlarging its field of usefulness. FINANCIAL. We Will lend Yu SS $20 will cost you $1 J On Furniture,Pianos per month. and all kinds ot ae $25 will cost $1 25. | soral epee ith $40 will cost you $2. | ont REMOV pub $50 will cost $2.50. | livity, or delay We And larger amounts] make loans on the at still lower rates, building loan associa- tion plan allowing you to make rmall weekly or monthly pay- ments to suit your convenience Private of- fiecs and business strictly confidential, Get rates at other officesand then call, see us, and convince yourse.f of what we save you. COLUMBIA GUARANTEE CO, 613 F Street N. W, Money — $50,000 Money To loan on furniture, pianos, 4c,, without removal or publicity and the day you ask for it. We will loan ary amount panne time and payments to suit, giving one mont or one year as you desire, and at rates that you can afford to pay. It you now have aloan with any other compauy and desire more money. give us a call. Will as cheerfully make a $10 loan as $100, and no charge or expense if loan isnot made. Always ready to give information regarding rates and meth- ods to secure aloan. We are the oldest loan company in the city. and will give you honest treatment. All business strictly confidential. Private offices. Washington Moriyaje Loan Co, 610 F Street, N. W. DO YOU NEED We will lend any amouat trom $10 up. On Household Furniture, pianos, horses, wagons, carriages, or person— al property of any kind, without removal from your possession. Loans cau be carried as long as desircd. and paymentscan be made at any time to suit the convenience of the of the borrower. We are the only properly organized loan company in thecity. Ifyou appreciate low rates, courteous treatment, aad attention to your interests, you will call on us. Offices private and easily reached. Loans made in any part of the city.* No delay. Open from 8a. m. to 5 p. m. 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D, HORNING, Room 11, Central Building, 9th and Penna. Ave. THE WASHINGTON LOAN OFFICE, 1224 Pa. Ave. Northwest. F, Warren Johnson, washington, D.C. Manager. Money Loaned on Diamonds, Watches and Jewelry. Unredeemed Pledges For Sale The first soiree of ihe medical cla:s of 1900, Howard University at Catholic Hall, Friday, December 22nd proved to be one of the most select affairs that has taken place this winter,and every: one present had an oxtremely Pleasant time. SEES SE TAB ima nee 6 _~__ THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. 0. FUTURE OF THE NEGRO. | unskillea drudgery. But with go | SS—————_—SSSSSL_=_==__Sqa—aj——— SSS From an Authoritative Source —The Race’s Most Practical Leader. From the New York Tribune. Probably no man in the United States is better qualified to adyise both white and black races for their com- mon good concerning the Negro prob- lem than Booker T. Washington. En- titely free from every trait of the agitator and demagogue, and candid in regognizing the Negro’s faults and the practical obstacles in his path, he is also perfectly self respectful and coursgeous in claiming for the black man his full rights under the Consti- tution, and in claiming them as much for the sake of the white man as the black. Mr. Washington has just pub- lished a volume on the ‘The Fatare of the American Negro,” which is the most sensible, practical and clear sight- ed treatment of that subject that has challenged attention for a-long time. If every white legislator who is in- clined to vote for laws to suppres and degrade the Negro as a man and voter, while protecting ignorance and crime in the whites, could read it carefully and with open mind, he could hardly fail to be convinced the solution of the race problem is to help the inferior race to a higher civilizetion, lest in degrading it the superior degrade itself. And if every hopeless student who thinks the Negro has no future in America could once grasp the fall meaning of Mr. Washington’a idea and learn what he and others working on the same plan are doing for souttern prosperity and harmony he would see that the Negro’s salvation and that of his white neighbor’s is in being the producer and developer of the yet un- developed South. The South needs skilled workmen in eyery industry and offers splendid chances to trained Negroes as pro-| ducers, while it hae a prejudice against them as politicians or parasites. Mr. Washington believes that the intelli- gent Negro should be protected in his voting as well as the white man, and the ignorant white man should he de- prived of the franchise along with the ignorant Negro. He wants to see his race occupying high positions in busi- ness, pro‘eseions and the state, but he believes that the ideal must be reached atep by step, and that the present duty of the Negroes es a body is to learn to be law abiding and prosperous citizens who will command the re- spect of the white man because they have something tbat the white man wants. The best farmer in a county will not betreated with contempt even if he has a black skin. Tbe good dairy- man or carpenter will have a place in life, and his childern will have chances which he cannot hope for himself. The prime need of the Negroes is a background of respectable achieve- ment and prosperity, a settled position of usefulness in their communities. With that accomplished, mutual re- spect and toleration between - whites and blacks will spring up and the race problem will solve itself. Thorough sy geaining in white as well as unskilled drudgery. But withgrowmg competition the whites will yet have to face the same problem of making uni versal education a preparation for prac tical life. | The Hiawathas Entertainment. Alexandria, Va,, Special.—The open- ing of the new year was appropriately celebrated by the popular Hiawatha Social Club of this city Sunday evening ‘December 31, at their cosy apartments, 120 West street. The attendance was of the most liberal 1 ature, several visi- tors from Washington being present and assisting in the musical and liter ary program. This club is the most representative orgapization in this famed old town. The officers are as tollows: president, William Bailey; vice president, James Chase; secretary J N. Brown; treasurer, Willie Smuth; sergeant‘at‘arms, Allen Bolden; general manager, Thomas Cooper; steward, Walter Asbton, On this occasion Mr. Robert Johnson was orator of the evening, and he acquitted himself well. The .Hiawathas’ laichstring is always out to the excellent young men of the nation’s capital. A High Indorsement. To The Oolored American.- This is to certify that I have the honor in be- half of the officers of Queen Rebecca Household of Ruth, No. 798°G. U. O of-O. F. to tenderthanks to you for your appreciation in so kindly publish: ing the names of the officers elected for 1900 in yoar istue of December 30.h. May God’s blessing continue with you 1n the good work. Your journal is ac Knowledged to be the leading race pa per that is published by Negroes. The Odd Fellows’ Journal at Philadelphia, Pa., is the next best in its line, Very truly yours for the race, WILLI4M E, WASHINGTON, The Manual Trainivg School. _ Mr. Walter B. Hayson, who has for years given excellent service as an Instructor in the Washington High ‘School, is being urged by a host of peenas for the principalship of the Coi: ored Manual Traiuing School soon to be established and for which a liberal appropriation has already been made by Congress. Mr, Hayson is a scholar and a gentleman and possesses qualifi cations for such a post that cannot be doubted by those who know him. He is an original advocate for the desirabil- ity of industrial training for the Afro- American youth and besides a thorqugh mental equipment he would bring to ‘such a school a personal interest and enthusiasm that would guarantee its ‘success from the start, Mr. Hayeon | would make a most acceptable princi: pal and we should like to see him ap- ‘pointed. Two Dentist Wanted. Information comes from a reliable source that two energetic .and profici’ ent dentists are wanted in the city of Boston. Twoof the leading dentists of color there are in decline and have large practices. It is thought that the ight kind of young men coming there might associate themselves with them and thus continue patronage to the race. For fuller information, commu- nications may be sent to Mrs, M. F.8., No. 56 Prince Street, Boston, Mass. _ Mrs. William Scott, after several suc‘ ‘cessful weeks of lecturing in this city, representing the American Baptist Home Mission Society, left Wednesday for Richmond, Va., where she will spend a brief season, Surprise Sale of Par- Be lor Suits and Carpets.—===> ise : Here is an opportunity to brighten up = your heme for the Holidays, with the x y : privilege of paying the bill as you can ‘ spare the money—weekly or monthly. Every quality guaranteed—all Carpets ES made, laid, and lined free, , GROGAN’S MAMMOTH f CREDIT HOUSE 817-819-821-823 Seventh Street N. W, Between H and I Streets. 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Having Purchased the entire stock of Clothing, Boots, Shoes and Gents furnishings of the Chicago Clothing Co., 319 Penn. Ave. northwest, we desire to sell all goods at 4 real value. Look for LEVEY’S BUSY CORNER, 922.924 44 Street, 8, W. FUNERAL DIRECTORS James H. Winslow Undertaker and Practical Embalmer AJl work first class. Most reas- onable terms. Residence next door. 1206 RSTREET NORTHWEST Geo. W. wise Furnishing Undertaker 2900 M Street. Georgetown, D. C. Telephone call, 103-83, EB. . RORSELL, Sheaves of wheat, Funeral Designs Full Cine, Call and Examine. 1105 7th st. a. w. Wash, D. U. Cemetery Goods. Harfina |, Refresh- , setters: SOAP Hay for HAIR and BATH. Destroys disease See ee plexion. ‘950. Cakes at Leading Druggists. SHOOMAKER’S TENNESSEE WHISKEY, $1 ALAKGE BOTTLE. OPP, ALEX. MT, V, DEPOT, A tip-top specific for throat-and lung affections. Not merely ‘‘a man’s whis- key’’—but a family liquor, safe and ef- ficacious to give young or old when ailing. $1 a bottle and to be had only at the SHOOMAKER Co, 1331 E street. ’Phone 1168. E. P, McCabe Builds up Waste Places in Kansas and Oklahoma and Opens New Avenues for Enterprising Afro-Americans. Guthrie, Oklahoma, special:—Hon E. P. McCabe, the subject of this sketch, can justly be termed one of the leading pioneers of the race. The late Hon Frederick Douglass in writing to a friend had this to say of him: "Mr. McCabe is not only a pioneer, but a distinguished leader. He does as well as says. He has done, and is doing a great work for our poor and sorely perplexed people in the West." In the seventies Mr. McCabe resigned a lucrative position which he then held in the County Treasurer's Office of Cook County, Ill., (Chicago) to engage in, and, if possible, assist in peopleing the lands of Western Kansas with men and women of the race upon the then vacant lands of that section. He settled in Graham County and associated with himself Messrs. John W. Niles and Abram T. Hall, where they founded the town of Nicodemus, settling the surrounding country with families upon tracts of one hundred and sixty acres each. The colonists came largely from Kentucky, experiencing the hardships following such a venture, but by sticking to their resolutions, nuged by this man, their efforts were crowned with success. Upon the organization of the county, they selected Mr. McCabe as their candidate for the office of County Clerk. He was first appointed as the first clerk and was duly elected at the general election, and while serving in this capacity, he was nominated in a state convention over a field of ten candidates, for the high office of Auditor of State, a purely financial office, to which he was duly elected, serving the State with acceptability his initial term. He was renominated and re-elected by one of the largest majorities ever given any candidate in that state of large majorities. Mr. McCabe spent the year of 1889 in this city endeavoring to have those high in authority set the Territory of Oklahoma aside and opened exclusively for the use and benefit of the colored people. In this he failed, and upon the opening of the Territory he turned his attention to the settling therein, as many of the race as possible. He founded the town of Langston City and fairly flooded the country with the most flattering circulars of inducements ever circulated among our people, which resulted in securing some forty thousand of the race to settle within the borders of that thrifty section. Upon the appointment of the present Governor, Hon. C. M. Barnes, he was not slow in recognizing the ability of Mr. McCabe, for the position of Territorial Auditor and forthwith named him for the position he still holds. During his residence in Oklahoma the Kansas State Historic Society honored him with an election as an honorary member of that time honored Institution. He was the first Treasurer of Logan County (his present home) but declined to accept that office after a unanimous nomination was given him. His wife and one daughter reside in Guthrie while his eldest daughter attends school in Ohio. Misses Annie and Mabel Williams spent the Yuletide in Philadelphia with their parents. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Death of Mrs. W: J. Clarke. Dr. Grimke of 15th St. Presbyterian conducted funeral services Sunday aft ernoon over the remains of Mrs. W. J. Clarke, mother of Lewis R. Clarke of 1519 P st., n. w. Mother Clarke, a sne was familiarly called, was born in Charleston. S. C., seventy-five years ago, and was a resident there until eighteen months ago when she came to this city to reside with her son and daughter in-law. The deceased was stricken a few weeks ago with neuralgia of the chest and was improving nicely when she had a sudden relapse which resulted in her death two o'clock on December 22. Dr. Grimke's text was from her favorite scriptural passage, 14th chapte of St. John, viz, "In my Father's house are many mansions, etc. Her favorite hymns, "Rock of Ages" and "How Firm a Foundation" were sung. Dr. Grimke discoursed beautifully of the deceased. During her short residence here Mother Clarke became endeared to many persons and she had a host of friends. She was truly a lady of the old school; gentle, refined and polished in manner, good, pure and Christian in heart. At the conclusion of these services the remains were placed in the vault at Paine's Cemetery until Thursday, December 28 when they were interred. COLORED AMERICAN'S HIGH IDEAL. Indianapolis. Dec. 12th: 1899. Editor Colored American:I want to express to you sentiments that have long been ripe for expression, regarding the very excellent news paper you are giving us in The Colored American, and to commend the high idealed standard which is disclosed in its every feature. It, of course, has already no successful rival in the field of Negro journalism, and bids fair, from present indications, to increase the distance of relative merit between itself and its fellow journalistic crafts. We of Hoosierdom, who have learned not to limit your possibilities, watch with much satisfaction your achieve ment thus far. LILLIAN THOMAS-FOX Wants to See Roberts Win. From the legal standpoint the fight against Brigham H. Roberts is entirely at variance with the established methods heretofore employed to ascertain the qualifications of those who are entitled to occupy seats in Congress There are many greater criminals and scoundrels in the halls of Congress than Brigham H. Roberts, and for one we would like to see him succeed in winning his fight.—Broad Axe, Chicago, Ill. Notice to Boston Subscribers. Mr. J D. Powell, J., heretofore representing The Colored American in Boston and vicinity, is no longer connected with The Colored American in any capacity. Persons who desire to advertise or to subscribe will send their business communications direct to this Office, or orders may be left with Mr W. L Reed, No. 155 Cambridge street, Boston, Mass. The publishers of The Colored American will not be responsible for any moneys paid or contracts made with Mr. J. D. Powell, Jr., after this date. Mrs. D. S. Brandon and Mrs. Alberta White spent the holidays with friends and relatives at Huntsville, Ala. Miss S. J. Janifer spent the holidays with friends in Philadelphia. She returned home Saturday. Mr. Lewis H. Douglass, was the guest of Mrs. George Clinton, in Philadelphia a few days ago. Capital Savings -Bank- 609 F St. N. W., Washington, D. C Capital $50,000. Hon. Jno. R. Lynch, President. L. C. Bailey, Treasurer. J. A. Johnson, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. S. Lotton, Whitefield McKinlay, L. C. Bailey, Robt. H. Terrell, W. S. Montgomery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre,Henry E. Baker, James Storum, J. A. Johnson, Dr. A. W. Tancil, Howard H Williams. Deposits received from 10 cents upward. Interest allowed on $5.00 and above. Collections meet with prompt attention. A general exchange and banking business done. Bank open from 9 a. m. to 4:30 p.m. Consumers Brewing Company Brews the purest Beer on the Washington Market. The highest chemical authority in the district of Columbia, after an analysis just finished of all the different beers on the market, gives this as his verdict. Don't be fooled by jealousy, envy, or prejudice, or either or all of which is based our opposition. we have the most modern plant. We brew from sterilized water and choice hops and malt. 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C. , Tye ae Z-—\ Sree L- CZ ) ee Ss yy > S i) (@ yy Va i - G\\ f i ea i | il i a 2 (QZ, an Oe Piney: [ he == ' & Ai TB, zanna a | ie \ | 8 ee 7 | a ( ( be. 72 —— = sins SFA a ss , Sp 4 \ oa > > eee oe) EA PSA E. eC CCCCié.....6gg.. eee UNDER BRIGHTER SKIES The sfro-American Council concludes its La- bors and Adopts Strong and Practical Resolutions — Auspicious Outlook, The second day’s session of the exe- cutive committee of the National Afro- American Council to which reference is mide elsewhere in this issue, was taken up in hearing the reports of the various committees. The work of the Council for the coming year Wa3 care_ fully map} ed cut, A largely attended public meeting was held Friday nigh: at the Vermont Avenue Bapust church, Bishop Alex- auder Walters presided and described the grand results achieved by the cevference and declared that the Coun ci) was here to stay. Euthusiastic Syeeches were delivered by former Governor P. B. 5. Pinchbac&, Attorney Edward Everett Brown, of Buston; T. Thomas Fortune, editor of the New York Age, and Attorney F. L. McGhee, of Minnesota, On the platform besidcs these were Congressman W bite, Bishop Harris, J. E, Bruce, Prot. Lawson and others, The report of the committee on reso- lutions was handed in and read by the secretary. Ip was in the form of some what sweeping recolutionf which com menced by congratulating the Council on the increase of interest manifested in iis workings, point to the beneffts to be derived, end express the ho.e that at the Indianapolis meeting it will be found that the whole race has been imbued with the value of such an organ- ization. Tne President is praised for having appointed commissioned officers from the Afro-Americans in two regiments aud an agent at the Paris Exposiiion; forthe exhibit from the race at the Exposition itis hoped that Oongress will promptly vote 15,009 asked for. Legislation against ob law is urged on Congress, Commending the Ci _mpacker bill to reduce southern Congressional seats to tally with votes cast and tho action of tue republican National Committee in refusing te reduce representation at Conventions, the resolutions go on to Say that it is not loyal Afro-Americans whoare to be legislated against, but disloyal white people, and indoree the Measures to investigate and test the Gistranchisement of the race in the South, The resolutions set forth that while ‘he race comprises one'third of the GS ipa SSeS Ree: SS SSNs SSS} ; a EOS SN wa SAIN \ ZZ : ee ‘i St PAA Jie, “asians FAN \ ee tip Ree seer, 7 NEN J St IY BELO wes a Na 2 FO -p Y ZW \\\ MSS a a ) em | Wiss LFS ; QA, I Zs : \ Kes 44 LZn\\ ty; Wes Uy —=fB 7 W / y “gs y } fa ZP HON. JUDSON W. LYONS. Georgia’s Popular Leader and Register of the United States Treasury—A Tribute to His Sterling Qualities, population of the District of Columbia, it has no control of the affairs of the District; that the colored people are discriminated against in the police court and in cases where civil rmghts are at iseue, and receive neither justice nor courtesy. The President is asked to interfere, Complaint is made that the Afro- Americans have practically no repre’ sentation in the census work. The adoption of a separate sleepi 'g car law " ‘eorgia is condem~ed, and the whole al syetem of the south is made a sudject of protest. Concluding, the resolutions invoke divine favor on the work of thecouncil to secure justice and fair play. The resolutions are signed by T. Thomas Fortune, cbair- man; P.B 8. Pinchback, George H, White, Bishop ©. R. Harris, Chris J, Perry, Edward Everett Brown and John E. Bruce. During the Thursday recess the visit. ing delegates were entertained by an elaborate dinner spread at Joiner’a Cafe by the members of the local council, and Saturday evening a public recep’ tion was tendered to all strangers here for the holidays at Odd Fellows’ Hall. Saturday afternoon @ select party en* joyed alancheon at Giay and Costieys. The Council’s meeting was highly encouraging and the year starts off under the most auspicious ciroumstan‘ ces, King Carnival’s Sway: On Friday of last week quite a num: ber of young ladies and gentlemen gathered at the residence of Miss Em- ma Brown, 2722 Nstreet n w., tospend an evening of pleasure. Music and mirth held fall sway and King Carni- val was athisbest. Refreshments were served from @ bounteous table and the gaests wended their homeward way much elated. The foliowed were pres- ent: Misses Emma Brown, Marie Jor- dan, Minnie Crutchfield, Oora Greene, Claude Butler, Hewlett, Botts, Daisy Alexander, Harris and [rene Alexander Meesrs. Macijah Early, Berry, Beason, Weaver, Bauman, Wilkerson, Crusoe, Crutchfield, West, Dodson and Brown. DEVOTEES OF DR. CRUMMELL dow Sweet ‘onverse in an Albany Home— Studying the Negro in Letter Sclence and Art. Albany, N. Y., Special—The first reception of the Alexander Crummeil Historical Club was held at the resi- dence of Mr, Aaron Oliver, 386 Hamil- ton street, on December 26. A splen: did musical and literary program was among the features of the eyening The first selection wae a piano aolo by Miss Anna Moore, followed by the address of welenme by the critic of the club, J. 4s. Bruce. A solo by Mrs, L. J. Mann and Miss Anna Moore; reading by Miss Eva Williams, “The NegroIn It.” A paper on the life of T, Thomas Fortune by Mre, Annie Pickett; solo by Mrs. L. J. Mann; asbort talk by Mr. J. R. Frisby and’ a gramophone recital by Mr. L. 2. Mann. The object of the club is to study Negro history and make itselfacquainted with theachieve: mente of the Negro in letters, art, sci ence, medicine and all industries that dignify labor, whether it be of head or of the hand. After the exercises, cards and pleasant converse was the order of the evening, Too much praise cannot be given Mrs, L. J. Mann and her com: mittee of ladies, Mrs. Annie Pickett and Miss Anva Moore in making the reception a socialsuccess, Miss Eva Williams, one of Albany’s most refined intelligent and accomplished young ladies, added much to the evenings en joyment by her affable and engaging manners toevery one. At midnight a bountiful repast was served in the din- ingroom, Much regret was expressed atthe absence of the Director ef the club, Mr, Henry A. Spencer who was called to Rochester. The club express: esthanksto Mr. Aaron Quiver who Kindly offered the hospitalities of his cosy home to the club and its friends. Mr. Oliver is one of Albany’s progress: ive young men. Noticaable among the guests were Mr. and Mis. W. H. Hoyt, Mrs, Mary Tracy, Mrs. Laura Jackeon Lodge, Mr, William H. Brent, Mrs. N. Mingo, Mr. Fred. Turner and Mr. Al: bert Jackson, the latter from Watkins, a. Y. Mrs, J. E. BRuoE, _ Mr. R. W. Thompson, of Indiana who for several years has been idonti- fied with the editorial staff of The Col: ored American, and for the past year connected clerically with the Record: er’s Office, began the new year with an appointment in the Census Bureau. He was detailed to the division of manufactures, an anuex to the Geologi- cal Survey, for which elegant quarters have been established in the big build- ing formerly occupied by the Post Office Department. A CAKE OF COMPLEXION SOAP WITH EVERY BOTTLE OF MYSTIC FACE BLEACH. TURNERS Mme. Turner's Mme is the only bless on the Market that we heads, Freckles and blemishes in 8 or 1 greatly diminished by MYSTIC FACE two shades fairer. 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RENNER SPECIALIST in obstetrics; gold medal awarded for the science of obstetrics from the University of Munich, Bavaria; treats successfully womens complaints and irregularities; private sanitation for ladies before and during confinement. Office hours from 8 to 6 p.m. Southeast coner. 619 Penn. Avenue Northwest, Washington, D.C. 8 "Scott Day" at Second Baptist. Last Sunday was to all intents and purposes "Scott Day" at the Second Baptist Lyceum. The usual big crowd was out and the exercises were of decided interest. Prof. Jesse Lawson presided and Mr. T. H. McKinney served as secretary in the absence of Miss Hattie Drew. The principal speaker was A. Wendell Scott, Esq., formerly of Wilmington, N. C., now a member of the District bar, and one of our brightest and most highly respected representatives of the Blackstonian profession. Mr. Scott's address was forceful and eloquent and recited in new and comprehensive style the achievements of the Negro as a soldier and a citizen. He reviewed the history of the race and told of the Negro's conduct in all the wars from the revolutionary struggle down to the conflict with Spain. He described the progress we have made in politics and business, and our accumulations in wealth and education, concluding that a people who could rise from depths of slavery to affluent citizenship in less than two decades of freedom and opportunity, had no reason to despair. Mr. Scott's happy periods and appropriate references to famous characters and historical events, evoked frequent and enthusiastic applause. Mrs. William Scott field agent of the American Baptist Home Mission Association, drew tears from many eyes by her graphic story of slave life, with its trials and hardships and pictured with dramatic intensity the joy experienced by the slave the morning when Lincoln's emancipation proclamation took effect. She pointed out the duty the northern Negro owed to his brethren in the black belt of the South and asked aid for the enlightenment of the boys and girls of that section. She received subscription amounting to about $50. Rev. L G. Jordan then spoke of the Baptist missionary work in Africa. At the executive session which followed President Lawson stated that under no circumstances would he accept a re-election and a committee headed by Mr. T. H McKinney was ap pointed to nominate officers of the Lyceum for the ensuing year. Mr. R. W Thompson heads a committee to prepare a suitable memorial bearing upon the retiring president's splendid work during the seven years of his incumbency. The reports will be heard at tomorrow's session. Notes for Normal. Normal, Ala., Special.—The Christmas issue of the Index speaks well for the classes in printing. It contains excellent articles from the Senior normals and elaborate account of the work of the institution. The Christmas holidays failed to induce many students to leave for their homes. This is quite an improvement over former years and shows that parents are awakening to the duty. Owing to reports of small pox in the neighborhood, precautions have been taken to ward off the disease. The saw and planing mills have undergone repairs and all kinds of woodwork is turned out under the management of Prof. W. A. Scott. H. D. STATTER. Mr. C. L. Marshall is doing a prosperous business in coal, wood and groceries at the corner of 8th and Rstreets northwest. He carries a large and varied stock. Mr. Marshall is a first class business man in every respect and a most useful member of society. a NEW YEAR'S GIF 15, A Few Articles Enumerated That Had The Colored American Been Able to Control Would Have Been Tendered to Certain Persons as a Holiday Remembrance—Let Everybody Be Happy. mess to the hearths of many Afro- American homes; or at least, it should do so. We hope everybody is happy to his fill, and that the holiday season has brought in its wake some me- mento or keepsake that may ve treas- ured through all time, and brighten the hours that might otherwise be shrouded in the gloom of disappoint- ment and chagrin. Had the duties of Santa Claus and the Goddess of 1900 been intrusted to The Colored American, the following gifts might have been distributed to certain per- sons not unknown to fame: J. E. Bruce—Editorship of the Star of Zion. T. Thomas Fortune—A _thousand- mile ticket away from Washington. Booker T. Washington—$500,000 endowment for Tuskegee. T. J. Calloway—$15,000 appropria- tion and 5,000 typical race produc- tions for Paris Exposition. John H. Hannon—Subscription of $10,000 for the benefit of the Afro- American Council. Samuel E. Lacy—$1,200 allowance by Congress, as compensation for private secretary to the Recorder of Deeds. Daniel L. Brooks—Promotion to first-class clerkship in office of Re- corder of Deeds. Joseph H. Douglass—365 profitable concert engagements for 1900. Prof. Jesse Lawson—Commissioner to Paris Exposition. P. B. S. Pinchback—Membership on Board of Assessors, or something bet- ter. Daniel Murray—Election as dele- gate to Philadelphia convention. Alex. S. Richardson—Chairmanship of monster Emancipation celebration at Convention Hall at opening of 20th century, January 1, 1901. Dr. A. M. Curtis—New and commo- dious building for Freedmen’s Hos- pital. Prof. W. H. Richards—Deanship of law department of Howard Univer- sity. Prof. W. H. H. Hart—A Tuskegee on the Potomac for the reform of boys. Rev. W. Bishop Johnson—A com- pleted Second Baptist Church. Rev. M. M. Moore—Credentials as Bishop of the A. M. E. Church. Rev. P. A. Hubbard—Financial Sec- retaryship of A. M. E. Church. Edward F. Lee—Coronet, as leader | of the Negro Democracy of America. | Edward Everett Brown—An anti- lynehing petition a mile long. | George H. White—A majority in Congress for his anti-lynching bill. | W. Lee Person—A snug clerkship in| the Government Printing Office. | W. T. Menard—Promotion to proof reader in the Government Printing Office. W. A. Pledger—Recognition as lead- er of the Home Guard in Georgia, and the practical usufruct logically apper- taining thereunto. H. P. Cheatham—Harmony on hon- orable terms between the races in North Carolina. Bishop Walters—Certificate showing every negro to be enrolled under the banner of the Afro-American Council. Bishop Turner—Restoration to per- fect health and a sleeping car ticket to any point in Georgia. Henry E. Lacy—Chieftaincy of the proposed anti-lynching detective bu- reau. A. Wendell Scott—One more glance at the Old Wilmington Home. Editor A. L. Manly—Right perpetual to remain away from Wilmington. W. C. Martin—Dispensation giving the Congressional Lyceum coordinate powers with Congress to pass laws beneficial to the Afro-American. W. Calvin Chase—A vest-pocket big enough in which to carry the political, social and eCucational interests of the District of Columbia. : A. Worthington Brinkley—Plenty of free silver. Dr JT FEF. Rankin—Rexct_ ] THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. 0. to his case, even when a white mar tells him to quit. N. Wright Cuney, Jr.—A foreman ship at Government Printing Office. H. C. Bruce—An edition de luxe o: The Life and Public Services of Sena tor B. K. Bruce. Woman’s League—A family newspa per setting forth their work in detai each month, Editor J. H. Murphy—Rev. C. §S Smith’s present pair of shoes. _ George L. Knox—A diagram show ing where Indiana is “in it” unde! this Administration. Register J. W. Lyons—Free licens: to name Georgia’s “Big Four.” Editor A. W. Wimberly—-A gross o vinegar-tipped pencils for the Augus ta Union, Heirs of Postmaster Baker—Certifi cate of the Government resuming th prosecution of the Lake City murder ers. Prof. S. R. Scottron—Genuine mixes schools in Greater New York. Rev. J. W. Smith—An A. M. E. Zio1 bishopric. A. M. E. Conneciion Generally—Th election of six or more new bishops. Vicar-Bishop J. M. Dwane—Wing: of the American Methodist Churel that will be warranted to flap to gether. Rey. J. M. Henderson—The editor ship of the Christian Recorder. 'T. McCants Stewart—Congressiona delegateship from the sometime Ter ritory of Hawaii. Dr. C. B. Purvis—A permit to one: more cool his heels in the sacred pre cincts of Freedmen’s Hospital as mon arch of all he surveys. Col. Perry H. Carson—Permission t name the man to go to Philadelphis with no restrictions as to persona modesty. Everybody—“Offis”—Anything, ok Lord, with a salary attached! Average Newspaper Correspondent —Ability to write a legible hand, anc some knowledge of the rules of or. thography, grammar and good taste. The Preacher—A tip that short ser- mons contain the maximum of wit. eloquence and saving grace. The Amphions—The longest of lives. Bethel Literary and Historical As. sociation—A membership, paid up, o! 1,000 persons per annum. Editor E. E. Cooper—Coronet as prince of journalists, and a press gang generous enough to concede the title to the same. Editor W. E. King—National com- mitteeman for the State of Texas. Roscoe Conkling Bruce—Title of “the Beveridge of the United States Senate of 1916,” Consul R. T. Greener—A textbook “How to Remember the English Lan. guage, Though Sojourning in Russia.’ Secretary Root—The Vice-Presiden- cy of the United States. President McKinley—A reelection by acclamation. John F, Cook—The compliments of the season, coupled with an intima. tion that a career spent in providing young men with the means of employ: ment is as noble an achievement as the accumulation of great idle wealth Women of the Nation—A consolida- tion of the many organizations look. ing to the advancement of the mental moral and political status of the fem mine sex. R. C. O. Benjamin—“The Kicker’ chair in the John Hay Industria School, Alexandria, Va. John P. Green—A truce signed ix gold letters countersigned by one Har. ry C. Smith, Harry C. Smith—Extra hat-band warranted to stand any amount o: lateral pressure. Editor W. H. Steward—A mammott Kentucky Baptist publishing house. Dr. R. F. Boyd—Territorial expan sion sufficient to carry the numerous buildings he is erecting in the classic burg of Nashville. Tenn. 2 2 sz High ArtCustom Tailoring AT POPULAR PRICES GN Fashion forecast for Fali and Winter 1899-1900. My suits run from $15 up Best silk Lined $18.00 up Over coats all the way from $14 to $45.00. A. H. COOPER, Mo. Ave. and 6th St. Opposite Pa. Staticn semblance of an opinion upon any matter in general. Emmett J. Scott—Brevet as the “Horace Greeley of Southern Journal- ism,” and an acceptance of “The Tus- kegee Student,” as the mentor of the negro in Alabama’s “black belt.” John R. Lynch—A recipe to keep the glare of greenbacks from injuring the eyesight. Michael M. McCary—A goodly slice for his own use that he is compelled to help pay out to the boys in blue. Douglass B. McCary—An eye that will defy the ravages of money count- ing. Henry E. Baker—A thirty-six hour day to permit him to slow down to a walk, and yet accomplish all he thinks ought to be done in a single revolution of the earth. Charles R. Douglass—Allopathic doses of real manhood to be adminis- tered to countless members of the ne- gro race. Sergeant Barney McKay—A vindica- tion. Banker L. C. Bailey—Forgetfulness that he once ran in the “also” class in a right smart little dash for the Dis- trict delegateship. Banker Isaac H. Smith—A new issue with which he can startle the nation, and win additional laurels in the arena of “originality.” Paul Laurence Dunbar—Credentials as the race’s poet laureate. “Phil” Waters—A hall and audi- ence; he’ll do the rest. Dr. H. F. Gamble—More celebrities to draw out the hospitable graces of West Virginia’s capital. Hy. Arnett—A cheerful official let- ter from the appointment clerk of the Census Bureau. In Midway Kentucky. Midway ,Ky..Special._Sample copies came sately to us. The editor ¢* the Clipper(white) of this city, endorsed your strong, deliberate editorials and the paper genevally, Rev. Mitchell, the Pilgrim evangelist, has just finished one of his most remar?able tours, He preached in the Opera House here at the National Jubilee Century meeting, Sunday, toa full house. His subject was “Hot Time n Oid Town tonighs.” Text taken from St. Mark 16:15. Mr. Mitchell certainly carries a host of friends wherever he goes. Prof, Breckinridge will hold and educationa’ meeting on the ith insi, at the Opera House Rev. Polk is at Versalles. Rev. Lindsey like, Dr, Patton, is looking fat trom the festivities of Christmas. Midway turns out 199 barrels of whiskey a day Pretty girls, good horses and business Negroes. Historica Pus, Co. Meets on W ednesday Night. The regular meeting of District Afro- American No. 1 will be bela at the Con- servatory of Music, corner Twelfth and R atreets, northwest, Wednesday Janu- ary 10th at 8 o’cloek, and not on Mon day Sth inst. as heretofore published, All members are asked to be present at this meeting and bring a friend. Mr. Lewis H. Douglass, was the guest of Mrs. George Clinton, in Phila- delphia a few days ago. Miss Marjorie Gregory, of Bordentown N, J., and Miss Edna Hall, of Baltimore, spent the holidays in the city, the guests of Miss Musette Brooks. When you need good coal, just feave your order with 8.3. Daish & Sons, 1207 G street n.W., or Phone them. Dry coal and full weight, Inexpensive New Years Gifts. Now is the time to do your > Xmas shopping. Stocks are complete, Varieties are great— est. Clerks can give you care- ful attention. And you can shop with ease and comfort. We call special attention to our great variety of ZN- EXPENSIVE ARTI. CLES that are especially desirable for Xmas gifts. Some PRICES to guide you. Beautiful Prices in Sterling Silver 75c $1, $1.25, $1.50 up. Cut Glass Nap ‘ pies, $1.25 up. Cut Glass Bowls, $4 00 up. Decorated Glass Vaces, 5Qc. China : Bric A-Brac, $1] up. > China Bowls, Dishes y «ete, Oc UP. DULIN & ; - > : " } Successors to M. W. Beveridge, y «1251 F St. sind 1214 G St POPE OOO PDAS SEE IGE Fine Wines See, UN ERCAse Cigars Philadelphia House, M. F, Carrot, Prop. Restaurant and Saloon, 348 Pennsylvania Avenue, N W. Washington, D. C. Meals to Order. Everything First Class. Billiard and Poo] Parlors Attached. Pullman House 206 43 Street, Near Maryland avenue, Rooms 50 Cents and $1.00. Meals 15 and 25 Cents. At All Hours. Newly Furnished Rooms Convenient to car lines. * JOHN F. DADE, Manager. W.H. FISHER . Dyer and Cleaner., 709 9th St.n. w. 1407 14th8t. n. w. Telephone 1152 The Masculine Smart Set. The palatial residence of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Avon Dorsey was the scene last Wednesday night of a very enjoyable "Smoker" given by Mr. Dorsey to the masculines of Alexandria's "smart set." The spacious double parlor were very tastefully decorated with palms and cut flowers, smylax entwining. The velvet portieres, festooned back, presented in all an elaborate spectacle. The following menu was served in the "Delmonico" style: Sweet pickles, lettuce, olives, celery, Flor de gras sandwiches, anchov paste. Tongue sandwiches, Ham sandwiches, Chicken crocottes, en casserole, Cold roast turkey, Cold beef tongue, Barbe capucine salad, Lettuce salad, Chicory salad, Potatoe salad, Baked sweet potatoes, Mashed potatoes, New tomatoes. Pumpkin pie, Fruit cake, Pound cake. Lady fingers, Bon bons, Chocolate almonds, Filberts, Malaga grapes, Raisins, American, English & Roquefort cheese Claret punch, Manhattan cocktails Old Reserve (18 years old,) Hunter Rye, Mumm's Extra Dry White Seal, Pommery Sec. Henry Clay cigars Geo. W. Childs cigars, Cuban cigars, Egyptian cigarettes, Sweet Caporal Virginia Brights. The bill was heartily enjoyed by all present. The following toasts were responded to: "Our Host," Mr. Albert B. Hopkins, Sr.; "The Alexandria Girls," Samuel W. Madden, jr. All present then drank to the health of "The Hostess." "Our Home Physician," Dr. Albert Johnson; "The Masonic Fraternity," Messrs. Frank Watson, Robert A. Johnson, A. B. Hopkins, Sr. Mr. W. Horatius Jones sang a bass solo. Mr William F. Evans in a fitting way commented on what has been said about "Our Home Physician" stating that Doctor Johnson was the first physician of Alexandria to report to the city Health Officer a case of small pox, during the recent epidemic. Dr. Johnson then recited Bryant's "Ihanatopsis;" Robert A Johnson, Poe's "Raven;" Wm. F Evans, Gray's "Elegy." Prof. A. B. Hopkins, Jr. then gave a short history of the British in the Transvaal, followed by Mr. J. W. Lumpkins. Music and current joke were then indulged in to the "wee sma' hours' of the morning. The guests then quietly took their departure feeling indebted to the host. There were present Doctors, Albert Johnson, J. Milton Hopkins; Messrs. A. B. Hopkins, Sr., A. B. Hopkins, Jr., S. W. Madden, Jr., R. A. Johnson, Wm. F. Evans, J. W. Lumpkins, W. H. Jones, F. Watson, H. Harris and H. Tancil. Pythagoras Lodge's Election. Pythagoras Lodge, F. A. A. M., the banner Masonic lodge of the District of Columbia, held and important election a few nights ago at their hall. The attendance was large, and the membership present included some of the order's most representative men of the country. Because of his zeal in the cause of Masonry and unusual aptitude for the work, Resorder H. P. Cheatham was placed in nomination by Mr. Thornton Jackson for the Master's chair—a jump of two points from the --- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. "South" station, but owing to the many political obligations which would occupy his time during this exciting campaign year Mr. Cheatham put aside personal inclinations and declined the honor; whereupon Dr. William Tignor was chosen Master by acclamation. Mr. Cheatham was prevailed upon to accept the less exacting post of Senior Warden and Mr. Henry Y. Arnett was promoted to Junior Warden. The retiring Master, Mr. W. H. Beason, has had a successful administrasion and rejoices in the proud record of having not missed a meeting during his incumbency. The Sojourner Truth Home. A course of lectures an domestic science was begun in the parlors of the Sojourner Truth Home for working girls, on Friday evening last. Although it was very cold, quite a number assembled in the cheery rooms and were well paid for braving the winds. Dr. Ramsay class of 1900 Howard Medical School, contributed to the evenings entertainment by his very fine executions of some delightful music. Paul Dunbar's quaint sketch in prose of "Mount Pisgahs' Christmas Possum" was read by Miss Wilkes, after which Miss Ella Boston read a most interesting and highly instructive paper on cooking. The paper treated of the subject from a scientific standpoint and dwelt upon the importance of preparing food in the proper way for invalids, children and adults. Beginning with Friday evening January 12, regularly each week at 7 30 these lectures will be given. The next lesson will include illustrated instructions in fire building and rice boiling. An Evening Gathering. A very pleasant reception was given Thursday evening of last week at the residence of Miss Erma Richardson in honor of Miss Margaret Gregory of Bordentown, N. J. Some of those present were: Miss Margaret Gregory of Bordentown, N. J., Misses Lewis and Smith of Boston, Miss Pelam of New York, Misses Brooks, Smallwood, Johnson, Taylor, Smith, Richardson, George, Hattie and Fannie Cornish and Mrs. Henry Freeman; Messrs. Adams, Payne, Jackson, Eugene Gregory, Houston, Fletcher, Drs. Dowlins and Tignor The American was represented by Mr. H. Eugene Wilson. Capital City Orchestra Again. The Capital City Orchestra will give their second grand musicale of the season, under the auspices of the Educational Club, of John Wesley A. M. E. Z. church, at the church, Connecticut avenue, between L and M streets northwest, Monday January 15th. The Capital City Concert Orchestra with Mr. Benjamin T. Holmes as its director has won a wide reputation among their many friends. The orchestra will be assisted by some of the best vocal talent in the city: namely, Miss Georgia Makal, Miss Beatrice Jones Miss Lillian V. Green, Miss Eva Bell and others. Montelair Citizens Celebrate. Montclair, N. J., special -The Thirty seventh anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation was duly celebrated January 1 at the Union Baptist church. The church was crowded with the best citizens of the vicinity. The afternoon program beginning at 2 o'clock included singing by the children, addresses by all who desired to speak and paper by Miss Mattie Gibbs, subject, "Emancipation Day." The evening program began at 7:45 p. m., address of welcome by Rev. J. W. Towns, reading of the Emancipation Proclamation by Miss Lulu B. Elliott; reading of the 13th, 14th 15th amendments of the United States Constitution by Mr. Theron Oliver, introductory address by the pastor, Rev. J. C Love. The speaker of the evening was Mr. P. S. Blake of Washington, D. C. Appropriate resolutions were read by Rev. T. G. Tibbs of Montclair, N. J. The admirable committee on arrangements included Rev. J. H. Blake, president, Rev. J. C. Love, vice president, Freeman L. Epps, secretary, C. H. Baker, assistant secretary, George F. Henderson. At the Festal Board. A very pretty dinner was given at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Samuel T. Butler, 605 L street northeast, in honor of Miss Sadie McEntree and Miss Mamie Burnett. Among those present were: Mr. Walter Bell, master of all fun, and Miss Farrell, Mrs. Hording, Miss DeNeill, Mr. Welford Poindexter,Mr. Walter Wheeler, Miss Maud Cross, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Steward, Mr. Earl Harris, Mr. Hugh McEntree, Miss Poindexter, Mr. Jordon and Miss Baltimore. After the dinner was served the young people enjoyed themselves. District Delegates. The election of delegates from the District of Columbia will be held under the direction and supervision of an election board, composed of Hon. John B. Cotton, W. C. Chase and L. M. Saunders. This board has authority to fix the date for such election and to arrange all details and regulations incident thereto, and shall provide for a registration to include the name and residence of each voter. Bethel Literary's Program. Following is the order of exercises to be offered for the next weeks by Bethel Literary and Historical Association arranged with great care by President W. H. Richards. The organization meets every Tuesday evening in the lecture room of the Metropolitan A. M. E church, and the people are invited to attend, without regard to class or creed. PROGRAM. January 16, Topic—Great Men of African Descent. 1. Frederick Douglas, Mr. John W. Cromwell; 2. Alexander Dumas, Mrs. Coralie Franklin Cook; 3. Alexander S. Poushkin, Mr. L. M. Hershaw. January 23, Topic—Wendell Phillips. Rev. J. E. Rankin, President Howard University. This meeting will be held at Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel. January 30, Topic—Architecture. (a) Classic, Miss Kate C. Lewis; (b) Medieval, Miss Rosetta A. Boston; (c) Modern, Mrs. Bettie G. Francis; (d) Landscape Gardening, Miss Florence J. Smith. February 6, Topic—Public Opinion. Reuben S. Smith, Esq. February, 13, Topic—Marriage. 1. Home; I.e Organization, Mrs. Margagaret B. Albert; 2. Its Foes, Mrs. Julia Mason Layton; 3. Its Friends, Mrs. Sarah I. Fleetwood. The Capital Savings Bank. This bank has recently been made an agent of one of the wealthiest corporations in this country, or in any other, that of the United States Express Company. It issues United States Express Money Orders in sums to suit, payable everywhere. Gas bills may also be paid at this bank. We are glad to see the Capital Savings Bank people, 'stretching out' in the business world, and enlarging its field of usefulness. 275 We Will Lend You any Amount of Money $20 will cost you $1 per month. $25 will cost $1 $25. $40 will cost you $2. $50 will cost $2.50. And larger amounts at still lower rates. $20 will cost you $1 per month. $25 will cost $1 25. $40 will cost you $2. $50 will cost $2.50. And larger amounts at still lower rates. On Furniture, Pianos and all kinds of per osal Property with out REMOVAL, pub licity, or delay We make loans on the building loan association plan allowing you to make small weekly or monthly pay- ments to suit your convenience Private offices and business strictly confidential, Get rates at other offices and then call, see us, and convince yourse f of what we save you. COLUMBIA GUARANTEE CO. 613 F Street N. W. To loan on furniture, pianos, &c., without removal or publicity and the day you ask for it. We will loan any amount making time and payments to suit, giving one month or one year as you desire, and at rates that you can afford to pay. If you now have a loan with any other company and desire more money, give us a call. Will as cheerfully make a $10 loan as $100, and no charge or expense if loan is not made. Always ready to give information regarding rates and methods to secure a loan. We are the oldest loan company in the city, and will give you honest treatment. All business strictly confidential. Private offices. Washington Mortgage Loan Co., 610 F Street, N. W. DO YOU NEED MONEY? pianos, horses, wagons, carriages, or personal property of any kind, without removal from your possession. Loans can be carried as long as desired, and payments can be made at any time to suit the convenience of the of the borrower. We are the only properly organized loan company in the city. If you appreciate low rates, courteous treatment, and attention to your interests, you will call on us. Offices private and easily reached. Loans made in any part of the city.* No delay. Open from 8 a. m. to 5 p. m. SECURITY LOAN COMPANY Room 1, Warder Building, Corner 9th and F sts. n. w. Money to Loan ON FURNITURE, PIANOS, ETC. If you are in need of money, we desire to inform you of our new method. We can secure you a loan on an easy monthly payment plan, at less cost than before, and below the rate of any other company in the city. You can pay in full at any time after loan is secured, and it will only cost you for such time as you have had the money. Our bus ness is strictly private, and all applications are treated confidentially. If you have a loan with any other concern, you can secure a loan through us to pay it and get more money if desired. It will pay you to call and see us before going elsewhere. We are ready at any and all times during office hours to give information concerning our business methods, and you will receive courteous treatment. CAPITAL LOAN GUARANTEE CO 602 F ST. N. W ...MONEY... loans from $5. to $50. YOUR CREDIT IS GOOD. DON'T HESITATE. NO COLLATERAL REQUIRED, GEO. D. HORNING, Room 11, Central Building, 9th and Penna. Ave. THE WASHINGTON LOAN OFFICE, 1224 Pa. Ave. Northwest. F. Warren Johnson, Manager. Washington, D. C. Money Loaned on Diamonds, Watches and Jewelry. Unredeemed Pledges For Sale The first soiree of the medical class of 1900, Howard University at Catholic Hall, Friday, December 23nd proved to be one of the most select affairs that has taken place this winter, and every one present had an extremely pleasant time. --- 6 An Unqualified Indorsement of Booker T. Washington's Idea From an Authoritative Source The Race's Most Practical Leader. From the New York Tribune. Probably no man in the United States is better qualified to advise both white and black races for their common good concerning the Negro problem than Booker T. Washington. Entirely free from every trait of the agitator and demagogue, and candid in recognizing the Negro's faults and the practical obstacles in his path, he is also perfectly self respectful and courageous in claiming for the black man his full rights under the Constitution, and in claiming them as much for the sake of the white man as the black. Mr. Washington has just published a volume on the "The Future of the American Negro," which is the most sensible, practical and clear sighted treatment of that subject that has challenged attention for a long time. If every white legislator who is inclined to vote for laws to suppres and degrade the Negro as a man and voter, while protecting ignorance and crime in the whites, could read it carefully and with open mind, he could hardly fail to be convinced the solution of the race problem is to help the inferior race to a higher civilization, lest in degrading it the superior degrade itself. And if every hopeless student who thinks the Negro has no future in America could once grasp the full meaning of Mr. Washington's idea and learn what he and others working on the same plan are doing for southern prosperity and harmony he would see that the Negro's salvation and that of his white neighbor's is in being the producer and developer of the yet undeveloped South. The South needs skilled workmen in every industry and offers splendid chances to trained Negroes as producers, while it has a prejudice against them as politicians or parasites. Mr. Washington believes that the intelligent Negro should be protected in his voting as well as the white man, and the ignorant white man should be deprived of the franchise along with the ignorant Negro. He wants to see his race occupying high positions in business, professions and the state, but he believes that the ideal must be reached step by step, and that the present duty of the Negroes as a body is to learn to be law abiding and prosperous citizens who will command the respect of the white man because they have something that the white man wants. The best farmer in a county will not be treated with contempt even if he has a black skin. The good dairyman or carpenter will have a place in life, and his childern will have chances which he cannot hope for himself. The prime need of the Negroes is a background of respectable achievement and prosperity, a settled position of usefulness in their communities. With that accomplished, mutual respect and toleration between whites and blacks will spring up and the race problem will solve itself. Thorough manual training in white as well as colored schools might be an excellent foundation for conservative, law abiding, thrifty civilization. The Negroes need it more than the whites, and they need it sooner; for if they do not do the skilled work of the South, the white trade unionists will occupy the field and shut them out and leave them still o cimb to respect from the depth o unskilled drudgery. But with growing competition the whites will yet have to face the same problem of making universal education a preparation for practical life. The Hiawathas Entertainment. Alexandria, Va., Special.—The opening of the new year was appropriately celebrated by the popular Hiawatha Social Club of this city Sunday evening December 31, at their cosy apartments, 120 West street. The attendance was of the most liberal nature, several visitors from Washington being present and assisting in the musical and literary program. This club is the most representative organization in this famed old town. The officers are as follows: president, William Bailey; vice president, James Chase; secretary J. N. Brown; treasurer, Willie Smith; sergeant-at-arms, Allen Bolden; general manager, Thomas Cooper; steward, Walter Ashton. On this occasion Mr. Robert Johnson was orator of the evening, and he acquitted himself well. The Hiawathas' latchstring is always out to the excellent young men of the nation's capital. A High Indorsement. To The Colored American. This is to certify that I have the honor in behalf of the officers of Queen Rebecca Household of Ruth, No. 798 G. U. O. of O. F. to tender thanks to you for your appreciation in so kindly publishing the names of the officers elected for 1900 in your issue of December 30 h. May God's blessing continue with you in the good work. Your journal is acknowledged to be the leading race paper that is published by Negroes. The Odd Fellows' Journal at Philadelphia, Pa., is the next best in its line. Very truly yours for the race, WILLIAM E. WASHINGTON. The Manual Training School. Mr. Walter B. Hayson, who has for years given excellent service as an instructor in the Washington High School, is being urged by a host of friends for the principalship of the Colored Manual Training School soon to be established and for which a liberal appropriation has already been made by Congress. Mr. Hayson is a scholar and a gentleman and possesses qualifications for such a post that cannot be doubted by those who know him. He is an original advocate for the desirability of industrial training for the Afro-American youth and besides a thorough mental equipment he would bring to such a school a personal interest and enthusiasm that would guarantee its success from the start. Mr. Hayson would make a most acceptable principal and we should like to see him appointed. Two Dentist Wanted. Information comes from a reliable source that two energetic and proficient dentists are wanted in the city of Boston. Two of the leading dentists of color there are in decline and have large practices. It is thought that the right kind of young men coming there might associate themselves with them and thus continue patronage to the race. For fuller information, communications may be sent to Mrs. M. F. S., No. 56 Prince Street, Boston, Mass. 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The late Hon Frederick Douglass in writing to a friend had this to say of him: "Mr. McCabe is not only a pioneer, but a distinguished leader. He does as well as says. He has done, and is doing a great work for our poor and sorely perplexed people in the West." In the seventies Mr. McCabe resigned a lucrative position which he then held in the County Treasurer's Office of Cook County, Ill., (Chicago) to engage in, and, if possible, assist in peopleing the lands of Western Kansas with men and women of the race upon the then vacant lands of that section. He settled in Graham County and associated with himself Messrs. John W. Niles and Abram T. Hall, where they founded the town of Nicodemus, settling the surrounding country with families up on tracts of one hundred and sixty acres each. The colonists came largely from Kentucky, experiencing the hardships following such a venture, but by sticking to their resolutions, urged by this man, their efforts were crowned with success. Upon the organization of the county, they selected Mr. McCabe as their candidate for the office of County Clerk. He was first appointed as the first clerk and was duly elected at the general election, and while serving in this capacity, he was nominated in a state convention over a field of ten candidates, for the high office of Auditor of State, a purely financial office, to which he was duly elected, serving the State with acceptability his initial term. He was renominated and re-elected by one of the largest majorities ever given any candidate in that state of large majorities. Mr. McCabe spent the year of 1889 in this city endeavoring to have those high in authority set the Territory of Oklahoma aside and opened exclusively for the use and benefit of the colored people. In this he failed, and upon the opening of the Territory he turned his attention to the settling therein, as many of the race as possible. He founded the town of Langston City and fairly flooded the country with the most flattering circulars of inducements ever circulated among our people, which resulted in securing some forty thousand of the race to settle within the borders of that thrifty section. Upon the appointment of the present Governor, Hon. C. M. Barnes, he was not slow in recognizing the ability of Mr. McCabe, for the position of Territorial Auditor and forthwith named him for the position he still holds. During his residence in Oklahoma the Kansas State Historic Society honored him with an election as an honorary member of that time honored Institution. He was the first Treasurer of Logan County (his present home) but declined to accept that office after a unanimous nomination was given him. His wife and one daughter reside in Guthrie while his eldest daughter attends school in Ohio. Misses Annie and Mabel Williams spent the Yuletide in Philadelphia with their parents. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Death of Mrs. W: J. Clarke. Dr. Grimke of 15th St. Presbyterian conducted funeral services Sunday aft ernoon over the remains of Mrs. W. J. Clarke, mother of Lewis R. Clarke of 1519 P st., n. w. Mother Clarke, a sne was familiarly called, was born in Charleston. S. C., seventy-five years ago, and was a resident there until eighteen months ago when she came to this city to reside with her son and daughter in-law. The deceased was stricken a few weeks ago with neuralgia of the chest and was improving nicely when she had a sudden relapse which resulted in her death two o'clock on December 22. Dr. Grimke's text was from her favorite scriptural passage, 14th chapte of St. John, viz, "In my Father's house are many mansions, etc. Her favorite hymns, "Rock of Ages" and "How Firm a Foundation" were sung. Dr. Grimke discoursed beautifully of the deceased. During her short residence here Mother Clarke became endeared to many persons and she had a host of friends. She was truly a lady of the old school; gentle, refined and polished in manner, good, pure and Christian in heart. At the conclusion of these services the remains were placed in the vault at Paine's Cemetery until Thursday, December 28 when they were interred. COLORED AMERICAN'S HIGH IDEAL. Indianapolis. Dec. 12th: 1899. Editor Colored American:I want to express to you sentiments that have long been ripe for expression, regarding the very excellent news paper you are giving us in The Colored American, and to commend the high idealed standard which is disclosed in its every feature. It, of course, has already no successful rival in the field of Negro journalism, and bids fair, from present indications, to increase the distance of relative merit between itself and its fellow journalistic crafts. We of Hoosierdom, who have learned not to limit your possibilities, watch with much satisfaction your achieve ment thus far. LILLIAN THOMAS-FOX Wants to See Roberts Win. From the legal standpoint the fight against Brigham H. Roberts is entirely at variance with the established methods heretofore employed to ascertain the qualifications of those who are entitled to occupy seats in Congress There are many greater criminals and scoundrels in the halls of Congress than Brigham H. Roberts, and for one we would like to see him succeed in winning his fight.—Broad Axe, Chicago, Ill. Notice to Boston Subscribers. Mr. J D. Powell, J., heretofore representing The Colored American in Boston and vicinity, is no longer connected with The Colored American in any capacity. Persons who desire to advertise or to subscribe will send their business communications direct to this Office, or orders may be left with Mr W. L Reed, No. 155 Cambridge street, Boston, Mass. The publishers of The Colored American will not be responsible for any moneys paid or contracts made with Mr. J. D. Powell, Jr., after this date. Mrs. D. S. Brandor and Mrs. Alberta White spent the holidays with friends and relatives at Huntsville, Ala. Miss S. J. Janifer spent the holidays with friends in Philadelphia. She returned home Saturday. Mr. Lewis H. Douglass, was the guest of Mrs. George Clinton, in Philadelphia a few days ago. Capital Savings -Bank- 609 F St. N. W., Washington, D. C Capital $50,000. Hon. Jno. R. Lynch, President. L. C. Bailey, Treasurer. J. A. Johnson, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Directors: Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. S. Lofton, Whitefield McKinlay, L. C. Bailey, Robt. H. Terrell, W. S. Montgomery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre, Henry E. Baker, James Storum, J. A. Johnson, Dr. A. W. Tancil, Howard H Williams. Deposits received from 10 cents upward. Interest allowed on $5.00 and above. Collections meet with prompt attention. A general exchange and banking business done. Bank open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Consumers Brewing Company Brews the purest Beer on the Washington Market. 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Patents taken through Munn & Co, receive special notice, without charge, in the 8 The Colored American Published by THE COLORED AMERICAN Pub isbing Company. A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER Published every Saturday at 459 C St. N. W Washington, D. C. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One year - - $2.00 Six months - - 1.10 Three months - .60 INVARIABLY IN ADVANCE. Subscriptions may be sent by postoffice money order, express or by registered letter. All communications for publication should be accompanied with the name of the writer— not necessarily for publication, but as a guara- antee of good faith. We solicit news, contributions, opinions and in fact, all matters affecting the race. We will not pay for matter, however, unless it is ordered by us. All matter intended for publication must reach this office by Wednesday of each week to insure insertion in the current issue. Agents are wanted everywhere. Send or instructions. For Sale by all News Dealers. ADVERTISING RATES. Reading notices 50 cents per line. Display advertisements, $2 per square inch per insertion. Discounts made on large contracts. Entered at the Post-office as second-class matter. All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THE COLORED AMERICAN, EDWARD E. COOPER, MANAGER 459 C Street Northwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. SATURDAY. JANUARY 6, 1900. OUR WEEKLY TEXT. Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again. St. Luke vi: 38. THE COLORED AMERICAN'S VALUED ALLY. It is always a genuine pleasure to be in accord with the Washington Post on questions of vital importance. We have frequently taken occasion to dissent from its position at times when we deemed it our duty to do so; when, according to our way of thinking, justice and right required it. We have never, however, failed to recognize in the Post an organ of public opinion that takes rank among the best products of American journalism. And it is a matter of pleasant surprise to us to know that the Post entertains sentiments about a matter of grave public concern that so nearly coincide with our own. In an editorial on New Year's Day, that eminent organ of public opinion, taking as its text a paragaph which recently appeared in The Colored American, sets forth with force and precision its views on "Negro and Other Race Journals." From this editorial we learn that the Post "reads its colored exchanges regularly and has been doing so for a very long time." After admitting that "there are a great many very entertaining and respectable newspapers published by colored men," the article proceeds to express its disapproval of the "attempt to organize coteries of race, religion, color and condition." Here we find ourselves in substantial agreement with our esteemed contemporary. It is our purpose at all times to contribute our best efforts to promote the unity, partriotism and best interests of our country. Anything other than this is hateful to us. We believe with the Post that "This great republic was founded by men who had fled from the tyranny and the oppression of class prejudice." We further believe that we best honor the memory ```markdown ``` THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. of the men who founded this republic, when we protest against race hate and proscription. We believe that we are promoting the strength and perpetuity of the nation when we insist upon equal treatment, impartial justice, fair opportunity and just recognition for every man. If the dominant race of this country really believed "in the opportunity of the individual" regardless of race, religion, color or condition," there would be no friction, no accusation, no jealousy, no clash of classes or races. The Colored American exists because the dominant race denies to the race which it represents, an equal chance in the race of life. It is not now necessary to give a list of the unequal conditions against which the colored man exists, and occasionally utters a protest. They are known to every intelligent citizen of the republic. It is notorious that character and fitnesses, when possessed to colored men, count for less than their face value. The mission of The Colored American is to reason and argue against such limitations and restriction. We draw no lines of race, religion or condition against any living soul; but we do insist that it is wrong and iniquitous to draw such lines against us. We thank the Post for the opinion that "The Colored American is one of the best and most respectable of its class." It has always been our ambition, and is now, to run a live, progressive, and thoroughly American newspaper. We are glad to have it from so reliable an authority as our esteemed morning contemporary, that we are in a measure realizing that ambition. We shall continue to strive to be of service to our people, our country and its institutions. We enter upon the new year with assurance of success over race prejudice, caste and proscription, because the Washington Post stands with us on this issue. Lynching is a crime against the national government, and the law should so declare it. NEGRO EXHIBIT AT PARIS. We do not agree with our esteemed contemporary. The Africo-American Presbyterian that the plan for a distinctively Negro exhibit at Paris is unwise. It is the height of wisdom, under the circumstances existing in the United States. Disguise the matter as we may, the colored man is on trial before the civilized world. American newspapers, filled with ill-reports and prejudiced utterances relative to our people, reach the leading centers of thought among the people of Europe, and it is a question in their minds as to whether we are guilty or not as charged in the indictment. They are watching for evidences of our progress. They want to see something we have done, upon which to base a verdict. If the exhibits are merged, there will be nothing to serve as testimony for the defense. The white people would monopolize the credit for everything accomplished. Since the separation is not designed as a mark of contemptuous discrimination, we should approve of the plan for a race exhibit, and do all we can to make it thoroughly representative: Special agent Calloway is the right man at the head of this work and his efforts should be sustained. Prof. R. L. Smith, of Oakland, Texas, is stirring up a praiseworthy agitation against the credit system among the colored farmers of his state. The movement against the iniquitous habit of bargaining away a crop before it is made, and of buying on credit, at enormous interest rates should spread throughout the entire South. Progress is impossible until some plan is devised whereby the farmer can pay as he goes, or borrow and buy on liberal terms. Prot. Smith is on the right track. The Afro-American Council is to lay the matter before the Industrial Commission at an early date DEMOCRATS DO NOT GRASP OPPORTUNITIES. The greatest handicap to the democratic party is and has been its inability to grasp an opportunity when opportunity knocks at its door. When the times are ripe for a division of the Negro vote, and thousands of our people are 'almost persuaded," the nincompoops in power in that organization lack the breadth of judgment, and even the instinct of the clever politician, to swing wide the door, and say "Come in, and take a seat among us." Instead, they indulge in a lot of wild talk about the Negro vote being a menace to civilization, and burn midnight oil preparing bills to rob him of his rightful suffrage. There are localities, of course, in which there is a very comfortable condition of affairs, but they are so few that they stand out as such glittering exceptions that they emphasize the folly and shortrightedness of the democratic party as a whole. It will require a great many Richard Crokers, Tom Taggarts, Grover Clevelands, Josiah Quincys, William Whitneys, Carter Harrisons and John R. McLeans to offset the backward tendencies of Maryland, Georgia, North Carolina, Kentucky and other states, where there have been golden opportunities for the democrats to make heavy inroads upon the Negro vote. A man of means who will subscribe for a paper and refuse to pay for the same, after receiving it for a year, will steal, if he gets half a chance. The Negro should determine to be more than a cipher in the business world. We must conduct business enterprises, accumulate money in banks, own real estate, invest in street and steam railway stocks, corporation bonds and take shares in the great newspapers of the land. Independence will be a myth and clamor for recognition will avail us little until we can command respect by reason of a demonstrated ability to get something material, and to keep it. Money, education, character and cooperation are the ingredients that will solve the race problem. If one Negro hasn't money enough to start a business, one hundred mites put together can do it. Have we sufficient confidence in one another to cooperate and open a shoe store, coal yard, grocery or dry goods house? Have we? WE ARE OUR OWN "CENSOR." It is unfortunate for the race that there are still a few quill drivers who rattle around in editorial chairs, and whose excuse for brains is so dense that they cannot understand that the really first class journal of today must be fair in its treatment of all issues, no matter how widely their nature may differ. It is possible to condemn one thing a man may do and praise him for another, and yet may be neither his enemy, nor subsidized friend. Wipe the dust off your "specs," Omaha Progress, and keep your vision clear. The Colored American has never been antagonistic to the administration of McKinley; but, at the same time, we have not failed to point out the room for improvement when the occasion demanded correction or reform. We are our own editorial "censor," thank you. There are men in Congress who have no business there. The fraud and bloodshed necessary to supply them with a certificate of election are just as offensive to thoughtful people as polygamy. There are worse men in Congress than Roberts-yet the nation sits by apparently unmoved. A CANCER IN THE NEGRO'S BREAST. We want to set our foot down good and hard on an absurd ebulition of race prejudice that is cropping out to an alarming extent among those of us who make our living by cooking, laundering, sewing and like occupations. Complaint is made by numbers of first class colored families that it is next to impossible to get satisfactory service at the hands of colored house girls and cooks, there being a peculiar disinclination to be a "servant" in the home of one of their own race. They resent the class line, and become highly indignant if they are not received as full fledged members of the family circle. It is alleged that some colored dressmakers can scarcely be prevailed upon to make a garment for a colored lady, and when she does so condescend, the work is so often inferior to the kind furnished to a white person. The same criticism is made to the quality of laundry service accorded to ladies of color, and several have testified that they had been compelled, at times, to do their own work from inability to get a woman who would return the clothing in presentable condition. It is remarked that some of those engaged in these callings, will not wait on a colored person as long as they have a white customer to serve. Now, this is all wrong, and we cannot move forward as a people as long as we harbor such mean notions concerning the disposition of our labor. One person's money is as good as another's, and the quality of service should be regulated by the price, not by any such absurd standard as color. There must, of necessity, be classes in all races, owing to differences in opportunities and varieties of ability, and we should all strive to do our duty, along the line of our calling, never slighting a detail because the employer is a brother or sister more fortunate than ourselves. Rather strive earnestly to reach the goal attained by them, and seek to be worthy of the chance they offer for the accumulation of the money the acknowledged passqort to the favor that they themselves enjoy. J alousy gains us nothing, and such petty prejudice is positively criminal. This tendency to look with disdain upon the patronage of a member of our race, and to sneer at the employment he offers, will eventually prove to be a cancer in the Negro breast, destroying slowly but surely, the vitals of race pride and internal race progress. "The Negro in Politics." This was the title of perhaps the most interesting and timely symposium presented this season by Bethel Literary and Historical Association. A large and representative audience gathered at Metropolitan A. M. E. church Tuesday evening to hear Former Governor P. B. S Pinchback thrillingly recount the glories of the Negro's past in the political field; to find pleasure in Congressman George H. White's powerful argument on the present and to take hope from Prof. R. H. Terrell's bright prophecy for the future. A TENNESSEE TOWN. A Pen Picture of Jackson and its Enterprising and Thriving People. Jackson, Tenn., Special. Jackson, the magic city of Tennessee, situated between three great trunk lines of railroads, enlivened by the busy hum of the machineries in water works, foundries, factories, electric and railroad shops, tunnelled with sanitary sewerage, paved with Belgian and granite block, board and brick walks, thronged with the hurry and bustle of people, illumined at night by electric lights, modernized by electric and cable cars, netted with telephone and telegraph wires, capitalized by numerous banks, stock, deposits, enormous capital and 40,000 bales of cotton per annum, enlightened with seminaries, colleges, universities and public schools, denominational and local, dignified with State, supreme and Federal courts, edified with beautiful churches, called the factory city of Tennessee, at all times slighted by yellow jack, smallpox and every other epidemic; beautified with modern and J. B. REV. I H. ANDERSON. handsome residences, and crowded with a dense population of thrifty colored and white people; is one of the most progressive cities in the Southland. Out of a trading population of 500,000, one-half is colored. Upon the pay rolls of factories, railroad, boiler, electric shops, laundries, compresses, railroad firemen and brakemen, train and freight men 50 per cent of the names is colored workmen. The wages of a passenger fireman is $100 per month, freight fireman $88, and the monthly pay rolls of factories are $150,000. This city is fraternal in labor spirit, but typical Southern in principle. The colored people fare very poorly in government affairs, and are only represented in Federal offices by colored mail carriers, but are preeminent in business enterprises, real estate, educational facilities church, benevolent and reform works. I. H. ANDERSON AND OTHERS BUSINESS AND REAL ESTATE. The Colored Men's Business League is composed of the most wealthy, prominent and influential men of the city. The president of this league, the Rev. I. H. Anderson, is the richest man in Jackson. This gentleman is one of the most successful merchants in the State. His wealth is approximately estimated at $25,000. In spite of the humdrum of life and the almost inhuman tangled drama of existence, as it is day by day revealed and experienced by our race in every avenue of life, the ability, business tact and thrifty genius of this man, fired with the honest and manly idea of creating an independent fortune for himself and cultured family, have placed him and his family upon the enviable heights of prosperity and wealth far above the human wants of life. The Anderson large wholesale grocery, shoe and dry goods stores and public buildings and dwellings are situated in the most prominent business part of the city. Rev. I. H. Anderson is the richest colored citizen of Jackson. And these gentlemen are approximately estimated to be worth from $8,000 to $12,000: Bishop Isaac Lane, THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Greene Parker, Rev. W. M. Payne, Thos. Davis, Rev. Henry Bullock, C. H. Philips, A. M. M. D. D.D.; George W. Fitzgerald, Prof. Austin R. Merry, A. M., and Dr. J. E. Dixon. Situated in the most prominent sections of the city are the tonsorial parlors of Fitzgerald, Reed, Exum, Bingham, Flippen and Robinson; the family stores of Neely & Bell; the restaurants of Adams & Mrs. Joyce; the hotel of Mrs. Lancaster; the grocery of Mr. Gillispie, and the undertaking establishments of Sanders. DR. C. H. PHILIPS' AND OTHERS RESIDENCES. The cosy and magnificent residence, withitssuite of parlors, drawing, blue and red rooms, called Love-Dale, is owned by Dr. and Mrs. C. H. Philips. This residence is located on one of the most prominent streets. Among other elegant residences valued from $1,500 to $5,000 are Revs. I. H. Anderson, N. B. Smith, D. W. Featherston, Barham, Birney, Messrs. J. W. Lane, Joe Nelson, B. D. Ballad, J. H. Trimble, R. H. Flippin, W. B. Blanchet, Joe Berry, Henry Berry, G. W. Fitzgerald, Frederick Wilkins, Jas. Twiggs, Clint Freeling, Z. T. Robinson, Randolph, Shaw, W. M. Brown, Mrs. Rogers, Amanda Anderson, Mrs. Lancaster, Mary Boyce, Hannah Pope, Amie Anderson, Ella McNeely, Prof. A. R. Merry and Drs. J. B. Dixon and M. V. Lynk, and Bishop Isaac Lane. CHURCHES. This city is the headquarters of the C. M. E. Church in America. In the J. REV. C. H. PHILLIPS. huge C. M. E. Brick structure, occupying nearly a city square, is the C. M. E. Publishing House, with its Sunday School and Literature departments, and its book stores, manned by the Rev. Henry Bullock; its printing and bookbinding departments superintended by Mr. Meeks; its general office of the Christian Index, edited by Dr. C. H. Philips. The large and beautiful Liberty and St. Paul churches are the Southern and Eastern C. M. E. churches of the city. The A. M. E. Church is in the south part of the city. Berean, Macedonia are among the many Baptist churches of the city. The Episcopal and Cumberland Presbyterian churches are located in the northern section. LANE COLLEGE AND OTHER SCHOOLS. The public schools for colored children are crowded with their hundreds. These schools are under the supervision of the able and experienced Prof. Austin R. Merry. The public school teachers are modern and progressive in their ideas of public school work. Among the many able teachers are Mrs. Isidora King, Lizzie Robinson, R. H. Flippen, Shelly Nichols, Misses Callie Hutchins Beulah Boyce, Della Payne and Dora Simms. LANE COLLEGE. It is readily conceded that there is no better location for an institution of learning in the State than Jackson. It possesses all the essentials requisite for a college town—a salubrious climate, an intelligent, refined and moral community and abundant accommodation for the comfort of students. It has railroad communication with the chief centers of population in the State. Situated in this city are the Catholic University, the Southwestern Baptist University, the Female Institute of the M. E. Church South, and Lane College of the C. M. E. Church. Lane College is the leading connectional college of the C. M. E. Church in America, and is one of the oldest and leading institutions in the South. It stands in the front rank of the State's educational institutions, offering full and complete courses in its theological college, preparatory, normal, English, musical and industrial departments. The college department offers to students the choice of three regular courses, classical, literary and scientific—each extending through four academic years and leading to the degrees of B. A., B. L., and B. S., respectively. The main building of Lane College is a fine three-story stone structure with granite trimmings, "artistically covered with malleable iron, with two beautiful, lofty towers." Around the main building cluster beautiful dormitories, sewing hall, college church, college library, industrial shops and the dean's residence. These fine buildings, with its rolling football, croquet, lawn tennis and grove campus, occupy and command one of the most beautiful and picturesque sites in Tennessee. Lane College holds a place and responsibility superior to any other denominational or State college in this city. The college, theological and industrial departments are necessary to our colored people, with a million disadvantages. This college is educating the heart, hand and head of the colored young men and women. This Christian institution, unsectarian in its management and influence, made connectional by the general conference of the C. M. E. Church, controlled by a board of trustees, representing Tennessee, Kentucky, Mississippi, Alabama, Illinois and Missouri conferences receive no aid from city, State or national government or benevolent society, has over 300 students in its college; theological, normal, English, musical and industrial departments, under twenty-five officers and teachers. FACULTY. Graduates from the leading colleges and seminaries of America compose the faculty of Lane College. DR. C. A. LEFTWICH, ELECTED DEAN AND PRINCIPAL. The election of the dean and principal, who was to fill also the chair in Hebrew, Latin and Greek, was practically in the hands of the Tennessee bishop and the conference's board of trustees. The rapid progress and crowning success of the college, both in tone and numbers, snow their great wisdom in the election of the young and brilliant Rev. C. A. Leftwich, A. B., A. M., B. D., D. D., who recently united with the C. M. E. conference of Georgia. He was elected in September, 1898. He came to his work well equipped and full of enthusiasm and energy. He received the degree of B. A. and M. A. from his alma mater, Howard University, and the degree B. D. from his alma mater, Gammon Theological Seminary, and in 1897 the honorary degree D. D. from Payne University. He was a professor in Morgan College, Lynchburg, Va., and Cookman Institute, Jacksonville, Fla. There was also a providential fitness in his election, because the personality of young Dr. Leftwich is impressive, his polished, polite and happy manner is popular; his art of teaching is masterly; his gifted oratorical ability is both powerful and persuasive. Dr. Leftwich has many warm friends and strong admirers among the most prominent colored and white people of America. Lane will be able to hold its own among first-class institutions, if it can retain the gifted, learned, popular and brilliant young dean, Dr. C. A. Leftwich. BENEVOLENT SOCIETIES. The Knights of Pythias, the United Order of Odd Fellows, the Masons, the 9 Sons and Daughters of Ham, the Universal Brotherhood, the Good Samaritans meet in their fine buildings. The United Order of True Reformers was organized June 4, 1899. The Grand Fountain at Richmond, Va., has appointed Presiding Elder Smoothers, of Memphis, Tenn., State grand deputy, and Dr. C. A. Leftwich, of this city, past master of the True Reformers. The Rev. C. H. Philips, A. M., M. D. D. D. Among the group of Jackson's great men, the able and polished gentleman, the Rev. C. H. Philips, A. M., M. D., D. D., editor of the Christian Index, the official organ of the C. M. E. Church, stands forth the most conspicuous as a writer, preacher and leader. Dr. Philips is one of the most prominent and able leaders of the race. Excepting the bishops, he ranks as the leader of his church and the leading representative or colored Methodism in this country. He pertains to a type of man so rare that we can enumerate only a few other examples in the galaxy of great men to which he belongs. With an imagination rich and sublime, an intellect deeply cast in the literary and oratorical mould, wonderfully united by the combination of the imaginative, the profound, and the practical, a genius of the gifted few, he is truly the leader of his church, and is recognized a leader of his race. His sobriety of mind, unselfishness of spirit and devotion of loyalty and love for his church, give him the power of seeing what in all circumstances was best to be done for his church. This is his second term of four years as editor of the official organ. An honor conferred upon no other former editor of the Christian Index. As an author his works take their places in high, valuable and enduring literature. His History of the C. M. E. Church is the gem of negro productions, and shows himself equally at home in the depths as on the heights. As a preacher, his buoyant enthusiasm and herculean powers distinguish him as one of the most magnetic and powerful pulpit orators of America. AMUSEMENTS. National Week to begin Monday January 8. JACOB LITI'S GIGANTIC PRODUC- SPORTING LIFE 250 People. 10 Horses. THE BIGGEST SHOW IN THE WORLD. The Complete New York Production. Next Week—OLGA NETHERSOLE. Academy Week of January 8. Matinees Wednesday and Saturday, 25 and 50 cents. The Very Giant of Laughter, HOYT'S GREAT POLITICAL SATIRE A TEXAS STEER Next week, Jas. H. Wallick's Great Scenic Production, THE KING OF ROGUES. ✓ PROF. G. N. CRISKAM Principal of Lincoln High School, Kansas City, Mo., and a Leading Spirit of the National Negro Academy. National Negro Academy. The American Negro Academy held a two days session on December 27th and 28th at the Lincoln Memorial church. On account of the inclement weather all of the meetings were somewhat slimly attended, but much good, it is believed, will result from the gathering. There has been a spirited discussion of the questions introduced, and many of the conditions of the Negro race have received serious consideration at the hands of prominent representatives of the race. The program was high grade in quality and was interesting throughout. After a short session the academy adjourned. Some of the more prominent scholars and educators present were Prof. W. E. B DuBois, of Atlanta University, W. S. Scarborough, of Wilberforce University; G N Grisham, of Lincoln High School, Kansas City, Mo., A. H. Grimke, of Boston; W. T. S. Jackson, of Washington High School; Rev. L J. Coppin, of Philadelphia; J. W. Cromwell and many pastors of local churches. The leading delegates of the Afro-American Council paid a fraternal visit. The Academy meets here during the Christmas holidays of each year. Leesburg, Va., Special.—The Isles of Champagne Club gave its annual reception at the residence of Mr. Nelson Diggs, on Loudon street, Friday evening, December 29. The parlor and dining rooms were elaborately decorated with choice flowers and plants which, contrasting with the handsome gowns of the ladies and the full dress suits of the gentlemen, presented quite a beautiful scene. Covers were laid for twenty-four, and as at former occasions every appointment and service was complete. The following persons occupied seats at the table: Mesdames Alice Slade, Harrisburg, Pa; and Annie Walker, Misses Virginia Lewis, Mary E. R. Water, Clara Walker, Hattie E. Binns, Annie E. B. Harris, Lizzie Berry, Sallie Berry, Nannie V. Lanuford, Kate Jackson, A. E. Chatmon, and Mayme Gough, of Baltimore, Md. Messrs. Chas. F. Simms, John THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Chatman, Jas M. Allen, John C. Walker, Wm. Taylor, Philip Harris, Jr., W. A. Valentine, Henry T. Walker, Richard L. Harris, Bas. C. Walker J. W. Walker. When the supper was ended, games and music occupied the attention of those present till long past midnight. "Pioneer" Washington. Booker Washington is of more service to our children than a regiment of our so-called colored leaders. Mr. Washington enjoys the confidence of the rank and file of the colored people of Alabama. We know him to be our friend, and a pioneer of the coming colored men and women. We hope to see the day when the young men, armed with education and trades, and therefore independent of political white bosses, or Negro bosses, will rise up in their might in Southern politics and drive from power the stool pigeon Negroes, ready and willing to do the bidding of a baker's dozen of white bosses for railroad fare and a lunch counter ticket. This is the only salvation of the colored man in the souih.—Alabama Republican. Polygamy vs. Adultery. There are people who oppose B. H. Roberts in his effort to secure a seat in Congress who are evidently without sin It is better to be lawfully married to a dozen women than to secretly violate the much abused law, "Thou shall not commit adultery." Men's Guild of St. Luke's The regular meeting of the Men's Guild of St. Luke's church will occur on the second Thursday of January instead of the first Thursday, as usual, and will be addressed by Mr. T. J. Calloay, "My Plans for the Colored Exhibit at the Paris Exposition." Music will be rendered. All are invited. CANDY CATHARTIC Cascarets REGULATE THE LIVER Tenth Cavalry Souvenir H. V. CASHIN, WM. T. ANDERSON, ARTHUR M. BROWN Rec'r U. S, Land Office. Chaplain 10 Calvary. Asst. Surgeon 10 Calvary, H. V. CASHIN & CO., HUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA Publishers of Martial and Pictorial Literature of the Negro Race Send 25 cents for copy of third and improved edition of the Tenth Cavalry Souvenir a gem of latter day advanced art, containing 40 pages of distinctively life-like portraits and graphic illustrations of men and incidents connected with the Famous Tenth Cavalry in the battles around Santiago Every man and officer of the regiment is readily recognized in this superb little memento. Place it on your centre table. The bagatelle price puts it within reach of all. Souvenir of Ninth Cavalry is in course of preparation. Agents wanted. Send $2 00 for ' Under Fire with 10th United States Cavalry." WHOLESALE AND RETAIL. . . 1505 M STREET N. W W. H BUTLER, PAINTS OILS W. H BUTLER, PAINTS OILS GLASS, &c., 609 C STREET, N.W. Springtime is on, and your house will need touching up. We have just what you want. W. H. BUTLER, 609 C St., N. W. D. T. GIBBONS. WHOLESALE MANUFACTURING RETAIL CONFECTIONER 523 41 Street, Southwest, WASHINGTON, D.C. Wedding Cakes Made and Parties Furnished at Short Notice. Ice Cream All The Year HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS NATIONAL HOTEL OPPOSITE PENNSYLVANIA DEPOT WASHINGTON D.C. Rates $2 50 to $4 per day on American plan and $1 up on European plan. AMERICAN PLAN $2.50 to $4.00 per day EUROPEAN PLAN $1.00 per day & upward Metropolitan Hotel Pennsylvania Ave. bet. 6 & 7 Sts. WALTER BURTON, Manager. Washington, D. C. 11 STRAIGHTINE is no experiment, but a thoroughly reliable preparation. It has been successfully used by thousands in all portions of the country. We have hundreds of letters speaking in the highest terms of its merit, and every mail brings us fresh testimonials. Straightine is a highly perfumed pomade; it not only Straightens the Hair, but removes Dandruff, Keeps the Hair from Falling Out, cures Itching, Irritating Scalp Diseases, giving a rich, long and luxurious head of hair—so much to be desired. Guaranteed perfectly harmless. Price, 25 Cents a can at all drug stores, or sent by mail to any address on receipt of 30 Cents in stamps or silver. Address, NELSON M'F'G CO., Richmond, Va. Big Money for Agents. Write for Terms. SS,Shedd & Bro SS,Shedd & Bro Plumbing, Heating, Tinning Electric and Gas Fixtures Furnaces, Ranges, Latrobes Repairing in all our branches promptly attended to. 432 Ninth Street n w BLACK SKIN REMOVER COPYRIGHTED. BEFORE. AFTER. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEAOH. This preparation, if used as directed, will turn the skin of a black person four or five shades whiter and that of mulattoes perfectly white. Any person using it can see the result in forty-eight hours. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white. It is a very good thing for the eyes if allowed to get in the eye while washing the face. One box of this preparation is all that is required if used as directed, the skin remaining beautiful without continual use, and is perfectly harmless. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, and pimples from the face without harm to the skin. Direction and preparation will be sent to any address on receipt of $2.00, C. O. D., or send money order. Packed so that no one can know contents except the receiver. THOMAS B. CRANE, 122% W. Broad St., Richmond, Va. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. United Order of True Reformers. ORGANIZED January 1, 1881. Offices 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - Richmond, Va. The Strongest Financial Organization the Negro Has Produced in This Country. Read and learn for yourself what it has done and how to become a member. SUBORDINATE FOUNTAINS. Subordinate Fountains are composed of males and females, sound in health and mind, and of good moral character. Conventions.—When joining the Order through Conventions, persons are taken in from 14 to 50 years of age; when joining the Fountain by application persons are taken from 14 to 60 years of age complete. Joining or Benefit Fees.—From 14 to 45 years of age, $4.60; at 50, $5.10; at 55, $5.60; at 60, $6.60. Death Benefits.—$75 and $125. Should death occur within the first year, $75; after the first year, $125 will be paid to the heirs, assigns or legal representatives. Sick Benefits.—From $6 to $9 per month, paid weekly. Monthly Dues are 35 or 50 cents per month. Taxes are 80 cents annually, paid semi-annually, January and July. The highest monthly dues secure the highest weekly sick benefits. Life Membership.—Ten shares of Bank Stock, costing each member $5 a share, make said member a life member. After paying dues and owning the stock one year, the fruits of the stock will pay the member's dues, and leave a handsome little balance each year. Just calculate—monthly dues, 50 cents per month, and taxes 80 cents per year, amount to $6.80, and a dividend on ten shares of stock at 20 per cent on the dollar, or $1 per share, amounts to $10 annually, which will pay the member's dues, $6.80, and leave a balance of $3.20. Should the dues be 35 cents per month, and 80 cents taxes per year, the monthly dues and taxes will amount to $5 per year. The dividend of $10 would pay the monthly dues and taxes, and leave a balance of $5. Additional Benefits of Life Membership.—Should adverse circumstances befall a member, said member may take his ten shares of stock and Fountain policy, and secure a loan from $1 to $88, which will enable said member to tide over the misfortune, pay up the loan, redeem his policy and stock, and go on his way rejoicing. Lectures at High School. The High School lectures are proving one of the most popular of the many innovations introduced by Principal Terrell. At the recent two days' exercises the speakers were gentlemen of national reputation and delivered addresses of the most interesting and instructive character. Recorder Henry P. Cheatham spoke of the value of education to a struggling people and showed that the Negro's future would be determined by the readiness and eagerness with which he grasped mental training and the intelligence with which he applied it in facing the problems of life. Attorney Edward Everett Brown spoke of the duties and obligations of the government to its citizens, and condemned the present mania for superseeding the functions of the courts by the action of unauthorized assemblies of law breakers. Mr. L. M. Hershaw gave a scholarly protraval of the life and literary achievements of "Black Byron" Alexander Poushain. Due anouncement will in future be made on these splendid talks, and the public should not fail to share them with the students proper. Press Comments On The Colored American. The Colored American, Washington, DC., comes to us this week changed to a 16 page journal.—Baptist American. The Colored American has been boiled down from a blanket sheet to a convenient pamphlet form; it shows that Bro. E. E Cooper, its brilliant editor, is up with the times.—The Free State, (Miss.) 3. THE REGALLA. This Department furnishes all Regalia that is worn by the members of the Order. For style and prices write for price list. 4 CLASSES. B and E Classes admit a membership, male and female, and secure life and death benefits. B Class Policies are as follows: CLASS B TABLE. Ages. Joining Fee. Value of Certificate. Annual Dues. Paid Quarterly. 14 to 25 years. $2 50 $200 00 $4 75 $1 20 25 to 35 years. 2 75 200 00 4 75 1 20 35 to 45 years. 3 00 200 00 5 70 1 43 45 to 50 years. 3 25 140 00 6 65 1 66 50 to 55 years. 3 25 115 00 6 65 1 66 55 to 60 years. 3 50 90 00 7 60 1 90 60 to 65 years. 3 50 65 00 7 60 1 90 E Class Policies are as follows: CLASS E TABLE. Ages. Joining Fee. Value of Certificate. Annual Dues. Paid Quarterly. 14 to 25 years. $5 00 $500 00 $9 50 $2 40 25 to 35 years. 5 25 500 00 9 50 ..... 35 to 45 years. 5 50 500 00 10 40 ..... 45 to 50 years. 5 75 450 00 11 40 2 35 50 to 55 years. 5 75 400 00 11 40 2 35 55 years (Complete). 6 00 350 00 11 00 2 35 The Conservator congratulates the Colored American on its new dress. Like the Conservator, it has risen to the times, and is now well on into the front rank of Negro journals. Success to you Brer' Editor.—The Conservator. The Colored American, of Washington, D. C., has come out in 16 page form. While we do not admire the style we are candid to confess it is more handy than the old style. The Colored American is progressive—Baltimore Afro-American. The Colored American has been changed to a handsome 16 page sheet. It is one of the best edited colored journals in America. It is always full of choice literature and the best reading matter. We recommend this valuable paper to the race as an able and fearless defender of its right -The Progressive Age (La.) The Colored American and Chicago Conservator have broken away from the old style of six column folio sheets In their new form of four column, sixteen pages, shows that our esteemed journalist Edward E. Cooper of the American and Messrs. DeClelland and Ramsey, publishers of the Conservator are progressive newspaper men. The two papers are not only representative in form, neatness and typographical appearance, but their news departments, pointed and interesting editorials on questions of a national and local character make these journals clean cut publications of which Negroes in all sections of the country should feel a degree of pride commensurate with the journalistic ability of these editors. The Florida Sentinel. Colored American and Chicago servator have broken away from and style of six column folio sheets their new form of four column, six pages, shows that our esteemed allist Edward E. Cooper of the American and Messrs. DeClelland and Key, publishers of the Conservator progressive newspaper men. The papers are not only representative form, neatness and typographical insurance, but their news departments, pointed and interesting editor in questions of a national and local. The annual dues of either of the above named Classes may be divided into quarterly payments of three months each, payable the 1st of January, April, July, and October. The balance of annual dues remaining to the credit of each member after paying expenses will go to the purchase of Bank Stock for said member. If dues are paid annually in advance, the member gets 5 per cent drawback in cash, and his full proportion of annual dues. By the latter mode of payment each member is made his own collector, thereby making the membership independent of the agent, and self-supporting, and the member receiving the percentage that would be paid to the agent to collect. You will readily see that the members of either one of these classes are only required to meet once or four times a year, while the Fountains and Rosebuds meet twice a month. Life Benefits.—The members of B Class are allowed to purchase 15 shares of Bank Stock, and two shares for each year of their membership. The stock yields a dividend of 20 per cent, or one dollar per share. Should misfortune befall them on their pathway of life, they may take their stock certificates and policies, and secure a loan after a given period of time. Members of Class E can purchase 25 shares of Bank Stock, and two shares for each year of their membership; likewise, they may take their policies and certificates of Bank Stock, and secure a loan after a given period of time. You will readily see that the membership, in either one of these Classes, like the Fountains and the Rosebuds, benefits the member in health, as well as his family in death. 5. THE TRUE REFORMERS' BANK. Twentietn Century G eeting. This Department manages and controls the property of the organization. It grew out of the necessity of having offices and buildings in which to carry on the business of the organization, and to furnish halls for the Subordinate Lodges. Buildings now owned, 124 farms, 3; dwellings, 2; hotels, 1; with a fee simple value of $104,000. Buildings leased, 13. Rev. W. Bishop Johnson is arranging to hold a series of educational rallies known as "A Twentieth Century Greeting," to cover a week, opening Sunday January 21. Eminent speakers have been secured for the several days and evenings. The Reformer is the Beacon-Light, the Head-Light, the General Messenger and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is a live race journal, with a circulation of 6,000. It is the medium of the Order, and its columns teem with all its doings and achievements. Send for sample copies. It is published weekly in The Reformer Printing Office, Richmond, Va., having a first-class job department, and makes a specialty of high-class work. 12 DOINGS OF STAGE PEOPLE. Sam Lucas is the Dean of the Afro. American stage. The Colored American invites short news letters from professionals bearing upon the stage and the relations of the Negro thereto. The race should keep in touch with the development of our people in this very important department of artistic activity Our strides in the past decade have startled and amazed the Thesplan world. Will the Negro theater solve the problem of clean and wholesome amusements for the colored people in the South? The subject is worthy of serious investigation. Thousands of well-to-do colored people below Mason and Dixon's line never enter a theater because of the humiliating and senseless discriminations on account of color Some enterprising manager should gather in this desirable "coin." Isreal Zangvill aimed in his "Children of the Cetto" to treat the stage to a reform whereby the people of this and other countries could see the Jewis character as it exists in real life. The vaudeville stage in its desire to cater to the fun-loving instincts of humanity has made the typical Hebrew a stoop-shouldered individual, with ragged beard and unkempt locks, an impossible dialect and a predilection to the sale of "ole cloe's" and a desire to get the best of everybody in a business transaction. The manly, noble-purposed and honorably ambitious Isrealite has been lost sight of in this questionable attempt to promote humor at the expense of truth. Zangwill and his confreres are doing a service to history in thus insisting that the Jew shall in some place be depicted as he exists in the higher walks of life. Now, in the same manner, why does not the Negro author come forward and write the great Afro-American dama wherein the Negro of the last days of the nineteenth century shall be painted in colorr toned by culture, manhood, education and contact with the world's most liberal civilization? We have had the Negro portrayed almost to the limit as the loudly attired, banjo-picker, the singer of "coon" songs, the ignorant, shiftless, dependent being, fond of chickens, oposum and "poks chops." The Negro may be her but we must not ignore the fact that the frugal, painstaking, tastefully dressed, well-bred and aspiring colored man is also here, and the new times demand that he be given a hearing His loves and hates, his joys and sorrows, his struggles and triumphs are as fruitful subjects of romance as those of the races that have given to the mimic stage the stories of the Emmetts, the D'Artagnans, the Caesars, Joan of Arcs, Becky Sharps, Oliver Twis's, or the scenes of the Revolutionary and civil wars of America. Slave life offers its romances and its tragedies, and freedom is a potent arena for the exploitation of vital social and economic problem, tinctured in each phase with the richest and most legitimate comedy. Wake up, ye men behind the pens and draw for us the new Negro and give him an enduring place upon the modern stage! In J. E. Bruce, Paul Laurence Dunbar, Charles W. Chestnutt and others we have the brains. The opportunity will come with the disposition to try. Miss Vera Larene Baker, of North Carolina, who for two years served efficiently as a copyist in the Recorder's office, has been appointed a member of the trained nurse register at Freedmen's Hospital by Dr. A. M. Curtis. THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. United Order of True Reformers. ORGANIZED January 1, 1881. Offices 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - Richmond, Va. The Strongest Financial Organization the Negro Has Produced in This Country. Read and learn for yourself what it has done and how to become a member. SUBORDINATE FOUNTAINS. Subordinate Fountains are composed of males and females, sound in health and mind, and of good moral character. Conventions.—When joining the Order through Conventions, persons are taken in from 14 to 50 years of age; when joining the Fountain by application persons are taken from 14 to 60 years of age complete. Joining or Benefit Fees.—From 14 to 45 years of age, $4.60; at 50, $5.10; at 55, $5.60; at 60, $6.60. Death Benefits.—$75 and $125. Should death occur within the first year, $75; after the first year, $125 will be paid to the heirs, assigns or legal representatives. Sick Benefits.—From $6 to $9 per month, paid weekly. Monthly Dues are 35 or 50 cents per month. Taxes are 80 cents annually, paid semiannually, January and July. The highest monthly dues secure the highest weekly sick benefits. Life Membership.—Ten shares of Bank Stock, costing each member $5 a share, make said member a life member. After paying dues and owning the stock one year, the fruits of the stock will pay the member's dues, and leave a handsome little balance each year. Just calculate—monthly dues, 50 cents per month, and taxes 80 cents per year, amount to $6.80, and a dividend on ten shares of stock at 20 per cent on the dollar, or $1 per share, amounts to $10 annually, which will pay the member's dues, $6.80, and leave a balance of $3.20. Should the dues be 35 cents per month, and 80 cents taxes per year, the monthly dues and taxes will amount to $5 per year. The dividend of $10 would pay the monthly dues and taxes, and leave a balance of $5. Additional Benefits of Life Membership.—Should adverse circumstances befall a member, said member may take his ten shares of stock and Fountain policy, and secure a loan from $1 to $88, which will enable said member to tide over the misfortune, pay up the loan, redeem his policy and stock, and go on his way rejoicing. 2. ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS (For the Children.) A Rosebud Fountains are composed for children, male and female, from 3 to 14 years of age. Joining or Benefit Fees, $1.50; paid spot cash or by installments. Death Benefits.—$24.50 and $37.00. Should death occur within the first year, $24.50; after the first year $37 will be paid to the parents or guardians. Sick Benefits.—From $1.50 to $4.00 per month paid weekly; 50 cents, 75 cents and $1 per week, respectively. The highest monthly dues purchase the highest weekly sick benefits. Monthly Dues and Taxes.—The monthly dues are 10 cents, 15 cents, or 25 cents, respectively, just as the Fountain may decide. Taxes, 10 cents annually, paid semiannually, January and July. The child is allowed to purchase five shares of Bank Stock, which makes his policy self-supporting, with a balance each year. 3. THE REGALLA. This Department furnishes all Regalia that is worn by the members of the Order. For style and prices write for price list. 4 CLASSES. B and E Classes admit a membership, male and female, and secure life and death benefits. B Class Policies are as follows: CLASS B TABLE. Ages. Joining Fee. Value of Certificate. Annual Dues. Paid Quarterly. 14 to 25 years. $2 50 $200 00 $4 75 $1 20 25 to 35 years. 2 75 200 00 4 75 1 20 35 to 45 years. 3 00 200 00 5 70 1 43 45 to 50 years. 3 25 140 00 6 65 1 66 50 to 55 years. 3 25 115 00 6 65 1 66 55 to 60 years. 3 50 90 00 7 60 1 90 60 to 65 years. 3 50 65 00 7 60 1 90 Ages. Joining Fee. Value of Certificate. Annual Dues. Paid Quarterly. 14 to 25 years. $5 00 $500 00 $9 50 $2 40 25 to 35 years. 5 25 500 00 9 50 ..... 35 to 45 years. 5 50 500 00 10 40 ..... 45 to 50 years. 5 75 450 00 11 40 2 35 50 to 55 years. 5 75 400 00 11 40 2 35 55 years (Complete). 6 00 350 00 11 00 2 35 The ages are reckoned from the last birthday. Remember that the applicant is benefited as soon as his policy is issued. The annual dues of either of the above named Classes may be divided into quarterly payments of three months each, payable the 1st of January, April, July, and October. The balance of annual dues remaining to the credit of each member after paying expenses will go to the purchase of Bank Stock for said member. If dues are paid annually in advance, the member gets 5 per cent drawback in cash, and his full proportion of annual dues. By the latter mode of payment each member is made his own collector, thereby making the membership independent of the agent, and self-supporting, and the member receiving the percentage that would be paid to the agent to collect. You will readily see that the members of either one of these classes are only required to meet once or four times a year, while the Fountains and Rosebuds meet twice a month. Life Benefits.—The members of B Class are allowed to purchase 15 shares of Bank Stock, and two shares for each year of their membership. The stock yields a dividend of 20 per cent, or one dollar per share. Should misfortune befall them on their pathway of life, they may take their stock certificates and policies, and secure a loan after a given period of time. Members of Class E can purchase 25 shares of Bank Stock, and two shares for each year of their membership; likewise, they may take their policies and certificates of Bank Stock, and secure a loan after a given period of time. You will readily see that the membership, in either one of these Classes, like the Fountains and the Rosebuds, benefits the member in health, as well as his family in death. 5. THE TRUE REFORMERS' BANK. BEEHIVE The Savings Bank of the G. F. U. O. T. R. was chartered March, 1888. Its capital stock is $100,000. It commenced business April 3, 1889. The amount of business to March 1, 1898, is $3,458,100. The stock of this bank is sold to the membership of the Fountains, Rosebuds, B and E classes, and pays a dividend of 20 per cent on the dollar. Persons can deposit their moneys on time or demand. The bank pays 4 per cent interest on all time deposits. Moneys on demand are held subject to the orders of the depositors. Deposits are received from 10 cents and upwards. Special attention is given to the collection of notes and drafts. In 1893 this was the only bank in Richmond which continued to pay currency to its depositors during the financial stringency, while the other banks were using scrip. 6. REAL ESTATE OF THE U. O. T. R. This Department manages and controls the property of the organization. It grew out of the necessity of having offices and buildings in which to carry on the business of the organization, and to furnish halls for the Subordinate Lodges. Buildings now owned, 12; farms, 3; dwellings, 2; hotels, 1; with a fee simple value of $104,000. Buildings leased, 13. 7. THE REFORMER, the Organ of the Order. The Reformer is the Beacon-Light, the Head-Light, the General Messenger and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is a live race journal, with a circulation of 6,000. It is the medium of the Order, and its columns teem with all its doings and achievements. Send for sample copies. It is published weekly in The Reformer Printing Office, Richmond, Va., having a first-class job department, and makes a specialty of high-class work MRS. WILLIAM SCOTT. The Noted Lecturer Goes for Richmond, Va. and Philadel- In the last issue of The Colored American considerable space was given to the splendid work which Mrs. William Scott, the lecturer, missionary and special agent of the American Baptist Home Mission Society has done during her four weeks' sojourn in this city. Those who had the good fortune to hear her and to come under the spell of her voice will agree with what was said of Mrs. Scott's matchless work while in this city. In addition to the many public meetings she attended and the many noble addresses she made at the various meetings of the woman's societies and clubs and at the churches, she inaugurated a movement which is destined even to accomplish more good. While in this city a number of the leading educators attended her meetings and unsolicited agreed to contribute five dollars each to start a teacher's fund to name and furnish a room in the Va. Union University at Richmond. As is well known Wayland College has been removed from Washington to Richmond and united with the other schools at that point which now constitute Va. Union University. This school is destined to be one of the greatest universities for the youth of the race, and, to use Mrs. Scott's words, "It will be a lighthouse sending out its streams of light to the benighted millions." The proposition she has made and for which all arrangements have been perfected is that $100 names a room and from $50 to $75 furnishes a room. In addition to what the teachers may do, books have been opened for any organization to name and to furnish a room. Subscription books for this fund have been left at the Capital Savings Bank, 609 F street, northwest, where teachers and others may go to enroll their names and contribute whatever they feel able. These names will be printed and framed and hung in the roam to remain as a memorial for their interest in the rising generations. Too much cannot be said in commendation of the work which Mrs. Scott is so eloquently and so ably doing. Mrs. Scott travels under the auspices of the American Home Mission Society, whose headquarters are at New York City, and she is the first woman to be so designated as a lecturer and special agent. Mrs. Scott has traveled for a numbe, of years in the interest of this society and the demand for her services is greater and greater each month of the year. The American Baptist Home Mission Society was organized in 1832 and its motto was "North America for Christ." It was then purely a Missionary Society and did much to make and shape a sentiment for humanity and for the emancipation of the down-trodden slaves. In 1863 new life was injected into the work and many missionaries were sent South to work among the freedmen as teachers and helpers in every way. Its work has so grown that today it sustains forty-one schools for Negroes, Mexicans, Chinese and Indians. It supports entirely thirteen large schools, and in part twenty nine. More than one thousand missionaries are carrying the light of this Society in eighteen different languages to twenty one nationalities. It operates in forty-eight different states and territories as well as in Cuba, Porto Rico and the Philippine Islands. It is a credit to the Society as well as to the race that one so able as Mrs. Scott has been chosen to THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. carry on the work among the colored people. Mrs, Scott left the city last Thursday for Richmond, Va., where she will spend a few days in the interest of her work. LAT & LOCALS Mr. C L. Marshall is doing a prosperous business in coal, wood and groceries at the corner of 8th and R streets northwest. He carries a large and varied stock, Mr. Marshall is a first class business man in every respect and a most useful member of society. Our report of the Board of Managers of the Auxiliary to Memorial Home for Destitute Colored People should have included the name of Miss Ida B. Platt, the distinguished Chicago barrister. Mr. J. J. Reese returned last Monday night from a pleasant sojourn of several days at Culpeper C. H., Va., where he visited Mr. West. While there Mr. Reese shot-at sixteen rabbits and succeeded finally in wounding one accidentally. Recorder H. P. Cheatham has returned from a pleasant holiday visit to his old home in Littleton and Henderson, North Carolina. He was accompanied by his two bright boys, Master Charles E., and Henry Plummer, jr. The family reunion drew out many de lightful reminiscences. The New Year's reception given at Odd Fellow's Hall by the Women's League was all that could be asked in a social and artistic sense. Mrs, M. E. Tucker was a charming hostess, and a bevy of beautiful society buds assisted. The treasury of the Day Nursery was substantially augmented. Mr. James A. Peck, well known in club circles as "one of the best fellows on earth," stole a march on his friends last week. Friday December 29th he was united in the holy bonds of matrimony with Mrs. Buchanan of this city. The happy bride and groom are domiciled for the present at 207 Maryland avenue, southwest. Mr. James Taylor and his charming wife, formerly of Saratoga, but recently of Ithaca, N. Y., have returned to their home after spending the holidays as guests of Dr. and Mrs. R. F. Plummer of 315 F street, s. w. They expressed themselves as having spent a most delightful time. Mr. Taylor is trombone and cornet player in a very fine musical organization in Ithaca. The Afro-American Council and Negro Academy joint reception last Saturday evening at Odd Fellow's Hall designed to show Washington's hospitality towards its holiday visitors and organization delegates, was a pleasing event. Mr. Daniel Murray was an energetic chairman on arrangements, and raised Washington's stock several points higher in the society market. Frederick L. McGhee, a leading member of the St. Paul, Minn. bar, attended the sessions of the Afro-American Council. He made a decided impression as a speaker and thinker. Counsellor McGhee brought with him an antllynching petition signed by one thousand citizens of Minnesota including the Governor, supreme court, state officers, and leading business and professional men. Mr. C. L. Marshall is doing a prosperous business in coal, wood and groceries at the corner of 8th and R streets northwest. He carries a large and varied stock. Mr. Marshall is a first class business man in every respect and a most useful member of society ```markdown ``` Be not Deceived To the Colored PEOPLE OF AMERICA. RECOGNIZING THE FACT that there are many so called hair growers and straighteners now being offered on the market, and knowing to a certainty that most of these are frauds pure and simple. We wish tomake a straight-for-ward statement to the colored people of America, through its best paper, The Colored American. In the year of 1871 our present Secretary through OZOQO. It was not offered for sale or pushed to any extent until 1875 when it was put upon the market, and met with marked success. After a thorough test by the leading colored people of that time, it was pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy. True to all we claimed for it and worthy in every respect of the confidence and attention of every member of the colored race. Because they found it to cause the hair to GROW LONG AND STRAIGHT soft and fine and as beautiful as an April morning. It also cures all forms of itching, humiliating scalp diseases stops the hair from falling out, and causes a new growth to grow on the baldest head. Now, when ever a genuine article appears on the market. There are always a lot of people who imitate and make capital out of the merit of other peoples goods. Seeing our marked success numerous so-called hair growers and hair straighteners were put on the market. Of course the colored people had no way to tell that they were being fooled and bought most of them to their sorrow. Now we ask you a plain question. Would we absolutely agree to refund your money, provided you are not satisfied with the preparations we manufacture, if our goods were not true to all we claim for them. We assert right here, that we have advertised for nearly 24 years, offering to return the money for every case in which Ozono did not give satisfaction, and we have never yet had to refund the money. Ozono will positively take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Curly, Refractory Hair. It will make short, harsh hair, long and straight. It will cure your head of all itching, worrying, running scalp diseases, Eczema, Pimples, Dandruff, Itch, &c. It will stop your hair from falling out and keep it from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the Hair long and soft ine and silky and as beautiful as an April morn. 10,000 people are today using Ozono and not one complaint. We have thousands of testimonials. We have not space to publish them all. Rev. B. Hertz an eminent Colored Divine of the Church. writes "I have found your Ozono to prove satisfactory in every particular. Kate W. Page, Blacksburg, Va., writes:—Your preparation has proven true to all you claim for it. The price of Ozono is 50c a box. It takes from 3 to 4 boxes to accomplish the treatment. We make this liberal offer good only up to January 15, 1900. Cut out this coupon and send to us with $1 and we will forward to you 4 boxes of Ozono and one bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rough skin soft and pliant and cures all skin diseases. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food-nature's great beautifier, removes Wrinkles Moth patches, freckles and all facial blemishes, and to prove our liberality we will add to this, one Package of Anti-Odor. A positive cure for Sore Throat, all forms of Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet, also Removes all Smells and Oders arising from the human body, such as Feet, Arm Pits, &c. Remember we will refund the money if you are not pleased with the goods and positively this order is not good if you do not send in your order on or before January 15. Cut out and mail this Coupon to us with One Dollar and get this grand Combination Offer, as this opportunity will not occur again. We often hear the foolish remarks made viz: "God made my hair kiuky and I wont touch it or put anything on it." How foolish! God made your teeth and you clean them, your skin, and you wash it, your hair, and you should adorn it. A thing of beauty is a joy forever. BEFORE. AFTER. 13 What could be more suitable for a Xmas present than this great offer. SHREDS AND PATCHES 14 COMPARISON "The sky of brightest grey seems dark To one whose sky was ever white, To one who never knew a spark Thro' all his life of love or light The gayest clud seems overbright." DUNBAR. "Three Men on Four Wheels" is Jerome K. Jerome's rather eccentric title for the series of humorous stories which he has just completed for The Saturday Evening Post of Philadelphia. Every one who has read "Three Men in a Boat" and who has not? - will wish to follow the misadventures of Mr. Jerome and his two companions on their tour through Germany astride a tandem and a safety. Mr. Jerome's wit is no less keen, no his humor less kindly, than when he scored his first great literary success ten years ago. The first story of Mr. Jerome's series will appear in the Post of January 6 It has been superbly illustrated in half-tone by Mr. Harrison Fisher. Many of our exchanges "took a week off" to enjoy the holidays. Kansas City has a population of 200,000, one tenth of which is black. The Kansas City Rising Son is now an 8-page paper, and a good one too. Georgia has a Jim Crow sleeping car law, and this places another black spot on her escutcheon. If all the money in the world were divided equally among the people each person would get about $30. Let's divide no! The Afro-American Advance, St. Paul, Minu, and State Capital, Spring field, Ill, celebrated Xmas by appearing in pink attire. Magnus L. Robinson, of Alexandala, Va., is the editor and publisher of the only Masonic weekly published in the world for Negro Masons. Consul Van Horne and his son, who acts as his private secretary at the Consulate at St. Thomas, D. W. I., have returned to their post on the island of St. Thomas. Hotel Maceo is now an absolute certainty in New York. It has proven that a high priced and first class hotel in every particular can be supported by Afro-Americans. Rev. J. W. E. Bowen,D. D.,delivered the address on Emancipation Day at Newnan, Ga. January 1, 1900. This is the place where Sam Hose was so cruelly put to death by a mob. Rev. W. H. Davenport has been selected as a correspondent for the Camden (N. J.) Daily Courier, the leading paper in South Jersey. It is the largest white paper published in that town. Beginning with January 1, The American Citizen will absorb Prof. H. R. Pinkney, of Arkansas, and make him editor-in-chief of the only daily paper published by Negroes in the West. There are no Negroes in Mitchel county North Carolina, says an exchange. The white people of that county refused them employment under any circumstance; hence their absence. Prof. J. W. Hall, Chicago's popular dancing master, is a graduate of a Kansas City Dancing Academy, and is the THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. only colored man now holding membership in the National Dancing Masters' Association. J. Gordon McPherson, the illumination end of the Salt Lake Headlight, is charged by his brethren with varying his elevating editorial duties by giving divers and sundry cake-walks and buck-wing dances. "Chinese vs. Negroes as American Citizens" is the title of a neat little pamphlet published by Mr. S. R. Scottron a member of the Brooklyn School Board, and a well known Afro-American. The pamphlet has much in it that deserves careful attention and is productive of thought. Hon. J. W. E. Thomas, a prominent colored lawyer of Chicago, died in that city Monday. He was the first colored man to be elected to the legislature of Illinois and was regarded as the wealthiest colored man in Chicago. He was born in Alabama in 1847 and has lived in Chicago since 1870. The county court of Henrico, Virginia, on Saturday, 16th inst., affirmed the decision of Squire Lewis in sending E. A. Randolph, Esq., a well known irwer, to jail for thirty days for obtaining $5 00 under false presences. Mr. Randolph took an appeal to the Circuit Court. Ball was granted in the sum of $300. In Booker T. Washington's interesting article "The Case of the Negro" published in the November Atlantic Monthly, the Tuskegee President was conservative in his views; and these were so palpable and practical that al most the most radical agitator of the race question could subscribe to them. Mr. Washington is about as safe aleader as the race has.—Christian Index. For the first time in the history of the Circuit Court of St. Louis, a colored lawyer has been appointed special commissioner to take deposition. This honor was conferred on Hon. W. M. Farmer, by Judge William Zachritz, of the Circuit Court. The importance of such an appointment is seen when it is known that all parties, including the attorneys, are white. Occupying a conspicuous place in the home of Dr. Bartol, a noted abolitionist of Boston, is a life size oil painting of America's greatest Negro, Frederick Douglass, executed by his daughter. In his study is a crayon portrait of Mr. Douglass by the same artist. Although nearly 90 years of age, Dr. Bartol is as vigorous as a man of 60 and his heart is still in the right place on the subject of humanity. Attorney Henry L. Johnson gave a bouquet in Atlanta, Ga., December 12th, and entertained a host of friends in royal style. The menu was out of the hackneyed order, and was so tempting that we almost took the train before realizing that the train before realizing that business must usually take precedence over pleasure. The Colored American extends assurances, etc., The United States battleship Iowa, now lying in San Francisco bay, has in its crew several young Negroes who have attained honorable distinction in the late Spanish American war. E. W. Leftwich had charge of one of the sixpounders on the bridge of the Iowa during the naval engagement off HAIR-HEALTH. The sale of three million bottles of this elegant hair dressing in the United States and Great Britain in 1898 proves surpassing merit. LADGE 50 POINTS FREE SOAP Offer and take to any druggist on following list, and he will give you a large box of HAIR-HEALTH and a 25c cake of DR. HAY'S HARFINA SOAP, the best soap you can use for Hair, Scalp, Complexion. Bath and cents, regular retail price, 75 cents. This offer is good once only to sale by druggists below at their shops only, or by LONDON 853 Broadway, New York, by express prepaid, on receipt of 60 cents and 3 bottles, $1.50. TRY AT ONCE DR. HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH AND HARFINA SOAP Refuse Substitutes. Dealers Make More Profit on Inferior Following druggists supply HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH and HARFINA SOAP WILLIAMS and CO., 600 9th st. n. w.; STEVENS, Pa. n. w.; EVANS, 938 F st. n. w.; DANIELS, 1900 14th st. cor. T n. w.; 1400 14th st. n. w.; MAJOR, 7th and G sts. n. w.; SIMMS, M HODGES, Pa. ave. and 2nd st. s. e.; DUCKETT, 2150 SIDE & WALTON, 1921 Pa ave. n. w.; WEISS, 25 Monroe, 7th and L sts. n. w.; KOSS, 7th and Fla. ave.; McCARL, 7th and I sts. n. w.; CHRISTIANI, 484 P. ave. n. w.; STOGILMAN, 627 Pa. ave. n. w.; MONTGOMERY, 13th st. cor. & AFFLECK, 1429 Penna. ave. n. w.; DAY & CO., 14th MERTZ., 11 & F st. n. w.; BUTTS, 4th and Mass. ave.; L. K E sts. s. e.; TSOHIFFLEY, 475 Penna. ave. n. w.; THOR CRISWELL, 1901 7th st. cor. T n. w.; DIEUDONNE & n. w.; GESSFORD, 9th and W sts. n. w.; OGRAM, P. BRACE, 30th and M sts. n. w.; BRONAUGH, 7th and P. and R. I. ave.; GROSS, 14th and Park sts.; KRAUSS, 14th and G sts.; EASTERDAY, N. J. ave. and G n. w.; McG sts. n. w.; MACKALL BROS., 823 H st. n. e. Neely, R remsburg & Elliott, 1608 14 h st., Hurlebaush, 14th & V sts. & Cassin, 7th and M sts. n. w.; Purdy, 7th and Q sts. HAP Offer Onwing list, and he will give you a large bottle of DR. HAY'S cake of DR. HAY'S HARFINA MEDICATED house for Hair, Scalp, Complexion, Bath and Toilet, both for 50 cents. This offer is good once only to same family. Redeemed for shops only, or by LONDON SUPPLY CO., press prepaid, on receipt of 60 cents and this advertisement. DR. HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH AND HARFINA SOAP. Makers Make More Profit on Inferior Preparations. DR. HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH and HARFINA SOAP at then stores only: n st. n. w.; STEVENS, Pa. ave. and 9th st. n. w. NIELS, 1900 14th st. cor. T n. w.; HUDDLESON th and G sts. n. w., SIMMS, N. Y. ave 14th st. n. w. st. s. e.; DUCKETT, 2150 Pa. n. w.; WHITE- ave. n. w.; WEISS, 25 Monroe st., Anacostia, ROE, 7th and Fla. ave.; McCARTHY & FAWCETT MANI, 484 Pa. ave. n. w.; STOTT, 505 Pa. ave. n. w. MONTGOMERY, 13th st. cor. I n. w.; ACKER ave. n. w.; DAY & CO., 14th and P sts. n. w. TTTS, 4th and Mass. ave.; L. F. BRADLEY, 8th and 75 Penna. ave. n. w.; THOMPSON, 708 15th st.; r. T n. w.; DIEUDONNE & SON, 11th and F sts., W sts. n. w.; OGRAM, Penn. ave. and 13th st.; v.; BRONAUGH, 7th and P sts.; BROWN, 7th st. and Park sts.; KRAUSS, 1st and H sts. and 5th N. J. ave. and G n. w.; McPHERSON, 5th and OS., 823 H st. n. e. Neely, 11th cor. C st., s. e. st, Hurlebaush, 14th & V sts. n. w., McGlue, 4th s. n. w.; Purdy, 7th and Q sts.; Field, 237 H st. n. e. and take to any druggist on following list, and he will give you a large bottle of DR. HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH and a 25c. cake of DR. HAY'S HARFINA MEDICATED SOAP, the best soap you can use for Hair, Scalp, Complexion, Bath and Toilet, both for 50 cents, regular retail price, 75 cents. This offer is good once only to same family. Redeemed by druggists below at their shops only, or by LONDON SUPPLY CO. 853 Broadway, New York, by express prepaid, on receipt of 60 cents and this advertisement 3 bottles, $1.50. TRY AT ONCE DR. HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH AND HARFINA SOAP. Refuse Substitutes. Dealers Make More Profit on Inferior Preparations. Following druggists supply HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH and HARFINA SOAP at then stores only: WILLIAMS and CO., 600 9th st. n. w.; STEVENS, Pa. ave. and 9th st. n. w. EVANS, 938 F st. n. w.; DANIELS, 1900 14th st. cor. T n. w.; HUDDLESON 1400 14th st. n. w., MAJOR, 7th and G sts. n. w., SIMMS, N. Y. ave 14th st. n. w. HODGES, Pa. ave. and 2nd st. s. e.; DUCKETT, 2150 Pa. n. w.; WHITE-SIDE & WALTON, 1921 Pa ave. n. w.; WEISS, 25 Monroe st., Anacostia, ROE, 7th and L sts. n. w.; KOSS, 7th and Fla. ave.; McCARTHY & FAWCETT 7th and I sts. n. w.; CHRISTIANI, 484 Pa. ave. n. w.; STOIT, 505 Pa. ave. n. w.; GILMAN, 627 Pa. ave. n. w.; MONTGOMERY, 13th st. cor. I n. w.; ACKER & AFFLECK, 1429 Penna. ave. n. w.; DAY & CO., 14th and P sts. n. w. MERTZ., 11 & F st. n. w.; BUTTS, 4th and Mass. ave.; L. F. BRADLEY, 8th and E sts. s. e.; TSUHIFFLEY, 475 Penna. ave. n. w.; THOMPSON, 708 15th st.; CRISWELL, 1901 7th st. cor. T n. w.; DIEUDONNE & SON, 11th and F sts., n. w.; GESSFORD, 9th and W sts. n. w.; OGRAM, Penn. ave. and 13th st.; BRACE, 30th and M sts. n. w.; BRONAUGH, 7th and P sts.; BROWN, 7th st. and R. I. ave.; GROSS, 14th and Park sts.; KRAUSS, 1st and H sts. and 5th and G sts.; EASTERDAY, N. J. ave. and G n. w.; McPHERSON, 5th and G sts. n. w.; MACKALL BROS., 823 H st. n. e. Neely, 11th cor. C st. s. e. Remsburg & Elliott, 1608 14 h st. Hurlebush, 14th & V sts.. n. w. McGlue, 4th & L sts., Cassin, 7th and M sts., n. w.; Purdy, 7th and Q sts.; Field, 237 H st. n. e. $1.00 ONLY $1.00 HISTORY of the COLORED SOLDIERS IN THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR By EDWARD A. JOHNSON, Author of the Famous "School History of the N. CONTAINS—Pen pictures of the Daring Charges made by B. Juan, El Caney, and around Santiago.—Corporal Brown ki led at the cannon which knocked over the block house and saved the Row Berry, the colored soldier who was first to raise the American flag. The glowing tribute to McKinley, Miles, Roosevelt, and many of Negro Soldiers—General Morgan advocates Negro officers.—An Gomez, Miss Giseros, and the Cuban Women Cavalry.—The Negro Army—The Negro Poet, Paul Lawrence "Junbar"—"Eddie" Savoy outwitted the diplomacy of the Spanish Minister at Washington-Uncle Sam's money.—The colored Register of the Treasury who has money to make it good. Every Page Brimful of New and Interesting Readings to be and line engravings of soldier, officers, and scenes of the la War, with A FINE PICTURE OF AGUINALDO, his headquarters a nila, and a brief sketch of the Pullipinos and their civilization. Handsome Picture of General Nelson A. Miles, the M mand of all the American Army, who said the fighting of the co Santiago was "without a parallel in the history of the world." Little," Mailed Free. at the Daring Charges made by Negro Soldiers at San Diego.—Corporal Brown ki led at his post while firing a fire block house and saved the Rough Riders.—Sergeant was first to raise the American flag on San J an Hill—Boy, Miles. Roosevelt, and many others on the bravery of an advocates Negro officers.—Antonio and Jose Macio, auban Women Cavalry.—The Negro Paymasters in the Lawrence "unbar"—"Eddie" Savoy, the colored man who Spanish Minister at Washington—The Negro who seals and Register of the Treasury who has to sign Uncle Sam's New and Interesting Reading, with about fifty half-fifers, officers, and scenes of the late Spanish-American MAGUINALDO, his headquarters a Filipino lady of Ma-Phillipinos and their civilization. General Nelson A. Miles, the Major General in com-omy, who said the fighting of the colored soldiers around the in the history of the world." All for $1, "Much in CONTAINS—Pen pictures of the Daring Charges made by Negro Soldiers at San Juan, El Caney, and around Santiago.—Corporal Brown ki led at his post while firing a cannon which knocked over the block house and saved the Rough Riders.—Sergeant Berry, the colored soldier who was first to raise the American flag on San J an Hill.—The glowing tribute to McKinley, Miles, Roosevelt, and many others on the bravery of Negro Soldiers—General Morgan advocates Negro officers.—Antonio and Jose Macio, Gomez, Miss Giseros, and the Cuban Women Cavalry.—The Negro Paymasters in the Army.—The Negro Poet, Paul Lawrence "unbar" "Eddie" Savoy, the colored man who outwitted the diplomacy of the Spanish Minister at Washington.—The Negro who reals Uncle sam's money.—The colored Register of the Treasury who has to sign Uncle Sam's money to make it good. Every Page Brimful of New and Interesting Reading, with about fifty half to one and line engravings of soldier, officers, and scenes of the late Spanish-American War, with A FINE PICTURE OF AGUINALDO, his headquarters a Filipino lady of Manila, and a brief sketch of the Philippinos and their civilization. Handsome Picture of General Nelson A. Miles, the Major General in command of all the American Army, who said the fighting of the colored soldiers around Santiago was "without a parallel in the history of the world." Ali for $1, "Much in Little." Mailed Free. AGENTS WANTED. Big percentage. Send for copy of book and Agent E. A. JOHNSON Corner West and Lenoir Streets, Raleigh A. JOHNSON seets, Raleigh, North Carolina. Big percentage. Send for copy of book and Agents' terms. Address E. A. JOHNSON Corner West and Lenoir Streets, Raleigh, North Carolina. THE Adams House 582 and 584 BROADWAY, ALBANY, N. Y. Opposite Delavan House First-class accommodation for Ladies and Gentlemen. T. H. DIGGS JOHN IRVING Keenan & Feghan WHOLESALE LIQUOR DEALERS 462 Pennsylvania Ave., N. W. --- --- Doctor Hay's Hair-Health produces new growth and restores color and beauty to gray hair. Removes DANDEUFF and stops FALLING and breaking of toenail. Covers bald spots. Dr HA J S HAIR HEALTH is practically a Hair Food, which acts on the roots, giving them the required nourishment. It is made from absolutely pure vegetable ingredients and does not rub off or make the hair greasy. Santiago July 3, 1898. On the ship is J.C. Jordan, chief gunner's mate, in charge of two of the Iowa's five inch rifles. A new Richmond in the literary arena is Aaron Belford Thompson, the colored janitor of the Rossmoyn Public school at Cincinnati, Ohio. He is entirely self instructed. He has been discovering the laws of prosidy as best he could, and his jingles are remarkably perfect in places. He calls his volume "Morning Glories" and in order to publish it, he bought type, set the matter up and did the printing himself. to restore gray, white or bleached hair to youthful color and lite. Not a dye; does not stain scalp or linen. "NOT A GRAY HAIR LEFT," the testimony of hundreds using it. A CLEAN, DAINTY DRESSING, DELICATELY PERFUMED AND AN IMPORTANT ADJUNT T TO EVERY TOILET. IF YOUR HAIR IS FALLING OUT, BREAKING OR FADING, TRY IF NOW. yyE COUNCIL AT WORK, Pleasing and Pr.fitable Session— Plans for the Year. rhe regular semi-annual meeting of the executive committee of the Na tional Afro-American Council was held fhursday and Friday of last week at the Conservatory of Music, cornet 12th and & streets northwest,and was cailed to oraer by Bishop Alexander Waliers, of New Jersey, president of the organ* izauon, Among those present during the ses- sion were Bishop C. R. Marris, of the A. M. E. Zion Church; Rev. H. 7 Johnson, editor of the Coristlan Re. corder, Philadelphia; tormer Gov. P.B. § Pinebbsck, of Louisiana; Prof. Jesse Lawson, of New Jersey; Edward Ev: erett Brown, of che Boston bar; Prof. w EB. DaBoia, of Atlanta University; Prof. Kelly Miller, of Howard Uni versity; T. Thomas Fortune, editor of the New York Age; Congressman George H. White, Councilman H.W. Bass and C. J. Perry, of Philadelphia; Mrs, Julia Mason Laycon, representa’ tive of Woman’s Relief Corps, G A. R.; R. W. Toompson, of ladiana, manag’ ing editor Washington Colored Ameri: can; John E. Bruce, general corre’ spondent, representing Boston Tran’ seript and other metropolitan journals: Attorney F. L. McGhee, of St. Paul, Mina.; F.R. Ramer, Charleston, W. Va.; J. W. Cromwell, Ex:Postmaste’ J, H. Hannon, of North Carolina Revs. P, L. Cuyler, G. W. Kincaid, A P. Miller, Miss Maria A. Madre, an¢ others connected with the local affili ated bodies, Bishop B. W. Arnett anc Bishop G. W, Chnton, Editore W. H. Steward, American Baptist, Louisville, Ky., and J. R. Clifford, Martinsbarg W. Va., were represented by proxies. The principal busmess of this gather ing of prominent colored men was tht perfection of the national arganization set on foot at Rochester, N. Y., more than a year ago, and to systematize the work of racial protection planned bj its promoters. National headquarter were established in this city, anc a special sub';committee of nine mem bers, with Prof Jesse Lawson as chalr man, was placed in charge, with gener el legislative powers, acting for Counci between sessions cf the National Con vention, The other members of thi committee are P. B. 8, Pinchback Louisiana; J. E. Bruce, New York; H T. Johnson, Pennsylvania; E. E. Brown, Massachusetts; J. W. Lyone Georgia; George H. White, North Caro lina; &. W. fhompson, Indiana, anc Daniel Murray, District ot Columbia. Bishop Walters, who was electec chairman of the executive committe at the August meeting in Chicago, ten dered his resignation as such, and T. Thomas Fortune was unanimousl) chosen to succeed him, Bishop Wal ters, however, retains the presidency o the national organization. R. W. Lhompson was confirmed as recording secretary, succeeding Miss Elizapett sili 9 ee os THE COLORED AMERIOAN, WASHINGTON, D. 0. certain Southern States; to discuss the Crampacker bill providing for the re apportionment of Congressional repre- sentation based on vote actually cast; to investigate alleged racial discrimi- nations in the Central Bureau, and to prepare resolutions setting forth the Negro’s condition, and suggestions for improvement, The committee on reso- tions included T. Thomas Fortune, chairman; Messrs. Pinchback, White, Brown, Perry, J. E. Bruce and Bishop Harris. The sessions were executive and the text of the discussions could not be jearned, but it is understood that the recent deliverance of Bishop Walters’, advising a division of the Negro vote provoked a lively debate,and that some interesting history was brought out that had not hitherto been known rel- ative to the reasons which inspired the famou3 interview. Tne bishop stuck to nis sentiments, retracting notbine, apologizing for nothing he had said, and his views were quite generally concurred in by the body, the speech: e3 of Gov. Pinchback, Jesse Lawson Representative White and Attorney, E. E. Brown being partularly note- worthy. The next national session will meet in Indianapolis, Ind., August 28, 1900, and the following committee was named to prepare for the same: Bishop Alexander Walters, F. L. McGhee, Minnesota; G. L. Lnox, In- diana; Benjamin T. Thornton, [ndiana: J.C. Napier, Tenneesee; I. T, Mont gomery, Mississippi; W. A. Sweeney, Indiana; Mzs, Lillian Thomas Fox, Indiana; Dr. Lucy E. Moten, District of Columbia; Mrs, J. Silone Yates, Missour1; Mra. Alice D. Carey, Lowa; Mrs, Lottie Wilson Jackson, Michigan: W. Miiton Lewis, Indiana, and A. E. Manning, Indiana, The committee ox address to the country imecluded T. Thomas Fortune, chairman; P. B. 5 Pimchback, Bishop C. RK. Harris, G. H. White, and Kdward E. Brown. | The reports of these several com- mittees were heard at Friday’s session, and after considerable discussion defi nite plans for the year’s work were laid out, and the views of the organizatioz | succinctly encouched in the resolutions summarized below. ~ Between Devil and Deep sea- The Negro is certainly having a try- ing experience in some sections of the South. Here isacase of ‘‘You take the buzzard and I take the turkey, or Itake the turkey and you takethe buz: zard.” The Negro always gets the “buzzard.” If he is caught with a white woman he is lynched; if he is going with a colored woman and a white man wants her, he is killed; if perchance he kilis the white man he is hung. Buzzard, buzzard, nothing but buzzard for the Negro,—Columbus, (Ga,) Ohronicle. a A JOURNAL OF VARIED AND USEFUL INFORMATION, Editor, Colored American, My dear sir—I want to compliment The Colored American on its new dress. Typo- graphically it isa pretty thing. The style of the paper is also an improve- ment. It looks more like a jcarnal now, which I look upon The Colored American as being. To Afro Americans The Colored American is what the Literary Digest is to all Americans—a journal of varied and usefal imforma- tion, a fall stored grainery. Very truly yours, Raps W. TYLER, Columbus Dispatch, Dec. 26, ’99. $1,000 RD. Y os 3 SAK UN ee AAW Nes Vit 4 MON Ae CRs * i WY F oud i Fe oe) teas: — ee Gives the names of dead and living friend tells who and whea you will marry also of business journeys lawsuits, absent friends health or anything you wish to know, no mutter what it1s. He can call up your spirit friends and show them to you, Can make them rap all around the room. He asks po quesiions don’t ask you to write names tor him. Don’t try to pump you inary way, but tells youright off. seis thoroughly indorsed by leading spiritualists ev a received from them a gold medal and special license to practice his wonderful powers; credentiais no one else car show can give thc usands otf Teterences to both white and colored patrons Twenty-five years’ practice—seven in srook. lyn—will show you that he can ao all he of. Can tell what business is best for you.and where, how to win speedy marriage with the one you love. How to be successful in all your doings in rhort what is best to do. He will succeed when all others fail, Positive satistac tion or no pay. Call and see, You will find it tuck to consult this ( hristian gentleman. He has a medicine that will cure drunken. ness; can be given patients not knowing it. Thousands through hip are now RICH HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL with ali their undertakings,while those who neglect his advice are stil! laboring ainst poverty. Through his perfect Enuw'edge ot chemistry he can impart to you a secret that will overcome yuur enemies and win you friends. His aid and advice has often been Solicited; the result has always been the se- curing of upeedy. and happy marriages and all your wishes, In love affairs he never fails. He has the secret of winning the affections of the opposite sex, itis the curse of Spiritualism that in all large cities there are a class of men and wo- men who claim powers bea § do not possess. They have neither gifts, credentials, nor ref erences. Surely the colored people are not so wanting in sense as to throw their time and money away on such. Dr. Shea refers to the Hon. Charles Miller, hee 2481 At. lantic avenue; the Hon, William Denmore, architect and builder, 47 Cleveland avenue, and Mr. Arthur Sewell, ship builder South Brooklyn. All have known him tor the past ten years. He gives a tree test of his power toail, The doctor has practiced five years in New Orleans, St. Louis, Mempbis and Louisville, understands thoroughly the diseases, spells or influences the race is subject to. He has now and always had large patronage from them PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING: Broklyn, August, 15, 1891—This letter is to certify that 1 came to New York from Alba ny. 1 was a stranger ina ane elty , out of work and out of money. I had no luck in anything I undertook. What to do I did not know. A friend advised me to go and see Dr. Shea. Idid. Hetold me the cause of my troubles; he took me in and treated measabrother. Through him I got agoca position that very week. I had been to ouh- ers, ey, took my money and did me no ood. I biessthe day { first met Dr, shea Fouad advise allin bad luck, sick or in trouble to go to hiw at once, Sincerely, Albert Ayers, 2987 Atlantic Avenue. Holiday Goods Before gomg elsewhere cali at NEW YORK HOUSE. JACOB MASS, Propr. 1235 7th 8t. N. W, Washington. D, C, 4a@-All Kinds of Fine Wines and Liguors Re tailed at Wholesale Prices. IMCADDEN Bros, ak gle 8 Furnaces, Tinning and Heating, Roof Repairing and Painting a specialty. | Mantels and Hearth, Satisfaction guaran- teed. 1841 SEVENTH STR* W. Washington, DOCTOR SHEA'S Srooklyn, August 15, isvl—This letter is to certify that my husband bad gone away and had been absent two years I mourned tor him night and day. I gave him up as dead. Hearing of the wonderful things Dr. Shea was doing I resolved to consult him. Hetold me that my husband was alive and weil and where he was; told me he would come home and when. To my joy +11 of it came true. He is home now, came back like one from the dead. I also wish to say that this month I lost $250. 1 am_a poor woman anu I was almost insane. I went to Dr. Shea and he told me I would find = money and to mr intense oy I find it ashe told me. 1 God there isa man so git ed in our midst, that can help people snd tell them what to do, Mrs. Mary Miller, South Plainfield, N J A SENSATION IN BROOKLYN—MINISTER'S STATEMENT 1 wish to state that one of my parishioners was sick and in trouble for a long time, Mrs, Brown, 87 Gay street. No one seemed to un- derstand her case, She had several doctors, but none of thera seemed to know what was the matter, None conid do her any good, it was = duty as her pastor to call and see her. ring of the woncerful work oe done sh Be Shea the last few years, | though’ I woul and see him myself. I found him a sympathetic gentleman, He gave me a Wondertul test of his powers, told me to send him a lock of patient’s hair, which I did by her daughter. He told at once what was the matter, and ip a short time cured her sound and weil. Her tamily had peermtnely been under a cloud. Now all is changed. Allare well snd prosperous. J can truly and heartily recommend Dr. Shea, to all those In sickness or distress of any kind. Rey. William John- Son, pastor Lebanon church, Brooklyn. Dr. Shea can show thousands such as the above, DR SHEA has been carefully educated in the Homeops- thic and Electric Schools of Medicine, His success is wonderful in curing paralysis Rheumatism, Asthma, Sore ae ‘Tumors, Tenors, ee penne see pepensiee Tape Worms, Liver Cor - laints, Deafness, Catarrh, Dropsy, Piles, Nervous Debility, Heart Diseases, Consumption, Diseases of | Women and Children, Fits, Kidney Disease, and strange mysterious diseases which oth- ers don’t understand. All diseases, no matter what she”, be. Nothing but honorable treat ment, He can and will honestly tell yov you can becured. Has ali new remedies new success. Has an ample experience public poset and private clinics, No tr. ‘fling with human life, Call atonce. Do not delay. Diplomas hang in parlors. Is a reg- istered physician. A new remedy for rbeu matism aust discovered, not a lin ment. Hopeless cases and those that others can not cure solicited to call. Fat folks thin, the childless made parents. All letters must contain $1.0, two stamps, age, lock of hair. Charges for medica] treatment only. Closed Sundays. tention this paper. 651 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, N, Y. «THE DISTRICT MAREET..... Big 8-String Brooms, 18 ccnts, Two tor 2% cents, Canned G-o¢s. Freshed vere and fruits received daily and sold at the very lowert prices. Lowest prices, Look opt tor (ur weekly price list, and don't torget the number. ISIDOR YOFFIE & CO. 401 k, 1000, 1002 & 1004 4TH STS., N. W- Store open Sundays until 11 o’ciock All orders delivered. +, j . + Ghe Vero Dentists + Main Office 90 5 Pa. tAve Absolutely Painless Extracting. Smoke!!! . The LILLIAN RUSSELL and SANTIAGO CROOK CIGARS, BERNARD KOPF, 1235 Peon, Ave, 15 MARYELOUS MEDIUM. 16 ```markdown ``` Will you men kindly look at our window for he correct furnishings for New Year's before you buy? That window is a fashion plate that will tell you what you ought to wear. See the other window for specials in overcoats and suits D J. Kaufman, 1007 Pa. Ave. 1 KOP US A POSTAL CARD You know anything of general interest, drop us a card, briefly stating the facts. City Paragraphs. Miss Annie Smith has returned to her studies in Boston. Miss Lulu Love spent the holidays in New York and Philadelphia. Mr. Albert George is in the city on a visit from Chicago. Mr. C. G. Williams has been ill but improving. Mr. Parker Bailey, a teacher in the High School, is improving. Mr. Harry Lewis of Boston was in the city a few days last week. Mrs. Maude Estren Jackson spent Xmas here with her mother. Miss Carrie Burrill has returned to her school in Orange, N.J., after a ten days' visit with her parents. T holiday season was not noisy, but it was brilliant and full of pleasing incidents. Mr. Lawrence Bradley has been recently appointed a teacher at Stevens School. Miss Daisy B. Roberts of 13th street is teaching in Havana, Cuba and doing nicely. Miss Georgia Mulligan who has been very ill for the last month is fast recovering. Editors H. T. Johnson, C. J. Perry and T. Thomas Fortune circulated among friends here last week. Miss Minnie Crutchfield has returned to her school at Unison, Va., after a delightful holiday season at home. The Amphions are preparing to give a grand reception and ball. The event is scheduled for February 9th. Mr. T. H. McKinney is making an excellent record as superintendent of the Second Baptist Sunday school. The Women's League is arranging to hold a public meeting soon, under the auspices of the Second Baptist Lyceum. The Woman's League reception at Odd Fellows' Hall, New Year's Day was a most select and enjoyable function. Grand Master W. L. Taylor, of the THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. United Order of True Reformers, was in the city last Sunday, en route to Richmond. Miss Blanche Bradford spent Xmas in N. Y. Attorney E. E Brown returned to Boston Sunday. He left his monster anti-lynching petition in the hands of Congressman White. Don't fail to give your order for a laillor made suit at A. H. Cooper's—Washington's popular tailor. See his ad in this paper. Prof. Robert H. Terrell, principal of the Washington High School, will be the attraction at the Second Baptist Lyceum the fourth Sunday in January There is no truth in the report that a Sunday Lyceum is to be organized at the Nineteenth Street Baptist church, with Prof. Jesse Lawson as president. Tomorrow morning full choral services will be held at St. Luke's P. E. church, and the Christmas music will be repeated. Services begin at 11 o'clock. Miss Susie Bowen, formerly of this city but for the last three years a resident of Philadelphia, spent the holidays as the guest of Mrs. Mary Reese of N st., northwest. The trustees of the 19th Street Baptist church presented their pastor, Rev. W. H. Brooks, a handsome suit of clothes as a New Year's present. They were made at Cooper's the tailor. Rev. L. G. Jordan, general agent of the foreign mission work of the Baptist denonination, was in the city several days this week. He spoke interestingly last Sunday at the Second Baptist Lyceum. Rev. J. W. Carr, pastor of the Second Baptist church, Indianapolis, Ind., one of the best known divines in the West and South will assist Rev. W. Bishop Johnson in his forthcoming revival at the Second Baptist church here. The local W. C. T. U, gave a reception last Friday evening, at the Nineteenth Street Baptist church. Miss Jessie Ackerman of Chicago, delivered an entertaining address and other temperance advocates made brief remarks. Have it Straight, "What?" Your Hair— by using the universal Hair STRAIGHTENER "TIONA." What it willl do: promote new growth, give new life, bring that natural gloss, which is so much desired by all and best of all by its use your hair will become straight. Manufactured and for sale by M. Tregor & Co. 1229 E St. N. W. PRICE 15 and 25 Cents. GEO. SPANDAUER & BRO. GEO. SPANDAUER & BRO. We lead off with an Extraordinary coat bargain $8.98 Lace Curtains and Portieres 6 Forces $2 98. 25 pairs of slightly imperfect chenille portieres, embracing every desirable color—not more than one pair of one pattern. If perfect, would sell up to 6 a pair. To go for $2.98 per pair. 3.00 Portieres, 198 Pretty tapestry portieres in new designs and colorings, fringed top and bottom, $1.98 a pair, instead of 3.00 In Skirt - Selling Because all our skirts are made on the premises so you can readily see that we have big advantage over other houses, who buy from makers. One profit only on our prices and the smallest at that. But aside from that—we make up better skirts than are usually offered. $1.25 for our new plaid skirts made $2.69 for our new plaid skirts made in the newest style. Sold elsewhere from all the newest camels hair plaid at $2.50. effects. Sold for $5.00 elsewhere. Starfling Selling of New Dress Goods Black Serge—all wool and a yard wide, heavy twilled sort; Excellent for fall and winter wear; elsewhere, 50 cents. Double width plaids, in 20 different plaids, worth 12 $ \frac{1}{2} $ cents. For plain or plaid dress goods, worth double, in all the New effects. Cheviot serge, all wool and fifty inches wide, black only; Sell at 75 cents elsewhere. GEO. SPANDAUER & BRO. The Satisfactory Store 824 Seventh Street N.W. One door below I Street Ladies' kersey jackets—like illustration in black, tan, and castor made with deep French facings and seams piped with silk—the new scalloped effect with four rows of stitching and large pearl buttons—which cannot be duplicated elsewhere for less than $15—for $1.39 Lace Curtains, 75c. 200 pretty Nottingham lace curtains —good lengths and widths—floral and Brussels effects—worth up to $1.39 —for 75 cents a pair. $250 Lace Curtains $1.39 300 pairs of Nottingham lace curtains—embracing Irish point fish-net, Brussels and floral effects—full width and $3 \frac{1}{2} yards long, worth up to $2,50 a pair, for $1.39. The startling part of this bargain is that these jackets are lined with Skinner's satin, and when we say Skinner's satin you know it is. Every garment bears Skinner's guarantee cards, which guarantee that the lining will wear two years, and, if it does not, a new one will be put, in free of cost to you.