The Colored American

The COLORED American A NATIONAL REGRO NEWSPAPER LIBRARY OF CONGRESS RECEIVED MAY 5 1900 PERIODICAL DIV. VOL. 8 NO. 5. IN PROSPEROUS CONDITION. IN PROSPEROUS CONDITION. The Annual Examination of the Affairs of the National Benefit Association Points to New Opportunities for Young People. The Social Side. The annual meeting of the National Benefit Association which convened in this city a few days ago has awakened widespread interest among the members over the country; the large number of promising inquiries lead one to believe that this will be a record-breaking year. The business sessions were held daily at the Capital Savings Bank Building, 609 F street, which is the Home Office and depository of the Association. A public meeting was held at Shiloh Baptist church on Thursday night at which time the public was well informed as to the workings and progress of the Association. At the business session, devotional exercises were conducted by the Vice president, Rev. J. Anderson Taylor, prayer by the Treasurer, Dr. A. J Gwathney. The President, Dr. William K. Scott presided, and stated among other things in his opening remarks that "representatives are present from fifteen Assemblies including New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. We have passed the first milestone and the reports of the Secretary and Treasurer will show that we have closed a successful year; and the National Benefit Association is indelibly written upon the pages of history." The first day's session was chiefly devoted to routine work. There was one notable exception however, which is of interest to the public. Numerous requests were received from different sections of the country to add a secret department to the beneficiary department of the Association. The advisability of such a department was considered at length and left to the discretion of the Directors. A glance at the Secretary and Treasurer's reports disclose the fact that this organization has paid out more than $2,500 in benefits and running expenses the first year. A total of $6,000 worth of business has been transacted. The Association has sustained itself; and after meeting all demands has to its credit in bank $747.71 and not one dollar of the stockholders' money has been touched; thus it will be seen that a tight grip has been kept on the Association's purse strings. On February 1, 1899 only five members were on roll, at present there are 1,327. WASHINGTON, D.C., SATURDAY, MAY 5, 1900. J. B. The report of S. W. Rutherford, Bus. iness Manager, shows that one year ago only three regular employees were on roll, now there are twenty-six, besides there are more than thirty special canvassers who give a good portion of their time. The following officers were re elected for the ensuing year: William K. Scott, M. D., President; Rev. J. Anderson Taylor, Vice-president; Samuel Rutherford, Secretary and General Manager; Susie P. Robb, Assistant Secretary; Andrew J. Gwathney, D. D. S., Treasurer; Robert W. Brown, M. D., Medical Director; Lewis Biggers, General Northern Agent; John H. Braxton, General Southern Agent. Board of Director: Miles B. Jones, Richmond, Va.; H. Howard Blanks, Brooklyn, N. Y.; William B. Monroe, Roselie, N. J.; Lewis Biggers, Newark, N. J.; Robert W. Brown, Washington, D. C.; Andrew J. Gwathney, Washington, D. C.; Susie P. Robb, Washington, D. C.; William K. Scott, Anacostia, D. C.; J. Anderson Taylor, Washington, D. C. (Continued on fifth page.) The Waiter's Brotherhood. The Walter's Brotherhood of the District of Columbia is a new, but one of the strong young organization of this city. Its purpose, as its name indicates, is to bring together and harmonize the large number of men engaged in hotel work. Its officers are President, Mr. C. T. Moore of the Senate Restaurant; Vice President Mr. George Hill of the Chevy Chase club; Secretary, Mr. Earnest Platt of Cairo Flats, Assistant Secretary; Mr. William Swann, caterer, Treasurer, Mr. William Queen. The Brotherhood holds weekly meetings in the third floor parlors at Gaskins and Gaines, 320 8th street, northwest, every Wednesday evening. Owing to the occupation of the members the meeting is called at 9:30 when a large number are always in attendance, and lively discussions are always in order and the members usually wind up with a menu of some kind. The membership is composed largely of young men who are engaged in the hotel profession and visitors who have had the pleasure of attending these meetings find it a pleasant place for rest and recreation. ```markdown ``` PRICE FIVE CENTS EDITOR J. W. SMITH, D. D. A Prominent Candidate for Bishop in the A. M. E. Zion Church. A Gracetul but Fearless and Courageous Writer-His Career. Wetake pleasure in presenting to the readers of The Colored American the picture and sketch of that fiery religious writer and editor of the Star of Zion, the official organ of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, published at Charlotte, N. C. Rev. John Wesley Smith, D. D. He is one of the most talked of men today in religious circles because he is one of the leading—if not the leading—candidate pushed by a host of friends for the bishopric in his great denomination. It is a debatable question as to which is the strongest—he or Dr. John W. Alstork, of Montgomery, Alabama—and since it is a foregone conclusion that the General Conference of the A. M. E. Zion Church now in session in this city will elect more bishops, the index fingers seem to point with certainty to the election of these two able divines. Dr. J. W. Smith is very popular in and out of his denomination because he has those qualities that win. He is kind, genial, good-natured, unassuming and full of wit. He is so pleasant, smiling and joky when one meets him that it is hard to believe he is the same J. W. Smith who writes such thoughtful, witty, sarcastfc, caustic, clear-cut editorials which appear weekly in the Star of Zion. It is only when he is in a controversy and aroused that he steps behind a hot pen and makes the tiger turn tail and run for its life. He has the courage of his convictions, and when he feels that a thing should be said, he says it. In a newspaper controversy he is certainly at home. He never seeks one and he never runs away from one. He came into national prominence in 1892 when he made a startling and unanswerable onslaught upon "The Basis, Terms and Proffer of Organic Union" framed in the Metropolitan A. M. E. church in this city by the joint council of Bishops of the A. M. E. and A. M. E. Zion denomination. His attacks caused him to be shelled by some of the Bishops, leading divines and the chief organs of these two powerful Churches, but he bravely stood his ground, storming all who entered the arena of controversy, placing them hors de combat, until the question was either killed or side-tracked for years to (Continued on twelfth page.) GEN'L. NELSON A. MILES. The Hero of Four Wars, and the People's Choice for a Place on The National Republican Ticket. - A Patriot and a Champion of The People. That the year 1900 will be a history maker of the most significant character, no one, who studies the signs of the times, will doubt. Each return of the presidential year, no matter what the issue, never fails to stir to their depths, the patriotic impulses of the American body politic. We are upon the eve of perhaps, the most decisive political battle, that this nation has seen since revolutionary times, and a second formative era confronts us. The grand old organi J. C. GEN'L NELSON A. MILES. zation that held intact, the creation of Washington, Jefferson and Franklin is again drafted for a divine mission. Having mastered to the satisfaction of the country, the vexed problems of national unity, of tariffs and monetary standards, the republican party will be called upon in this campaign to adjust, on intelligent and equitable lines, a set of newer perplexities, growing out of the enlargement of our territorial borders, and the proper government of many souls, alien to us in customs and language. The selection of a leader to carry the banner of expansion, wider markets, healthful combination of capital, an honest dollar and continued prosperity, will not be a difficult task. The Philadelphia convention, sitting in wisdom and judgment, will again place at the helm that patriot of patriots, and whole souled Christian gentleman, Maj. William McKinley. But what of the Vice Presidency? Be it said to the credit of our country's best thinkers, that the ancient notion that the second position of honor under the government, was of no consequence has practically ceased to obtain. There are duties and responsibilities attached to the office of Vice-President that require a delicacy of treatment, experience, an impressive personality and strong intellectual equipment. He wields an influence upon the legislation and diplomacy of the country not generally understood. Standing but one remove from the chief magistracy, to which he may be called by the ever present possibility of death, it is essential that the Vice-President be a man of commanding attainments, and possess every quality desirable in a President. No less care therefore should be exercised by a convention in selecting a "running-mate" than in the choice of the head of the ticket. Now that the field is being canvassed for suitable material to supplement the leadership of Mr. McKinley, and to inject into the contest that fervor and enthusiasm that have seemed necessary ingredients in the successful campaigns of the republican party, we take the opportunity to place in nomination the most picturesque and striking figure THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. that the situation offers, the hero of four wars—Major-General Nelson A. Miles. GEN'L NELSON A, MILES. Why not General Miles for Vice President of the United States? In the prime of a vigorous manhood, dashing and brilliant as a chevalier in the period of knight-eriantry, of ripened experience from long and intimate contact with public affairs and possessing a firmness and dignity developed from a lite's span in command of armies and large enterprises, he combines more of the attributes that make for availability as a candidate for this exalted station than any one yet suggested. His strength is confined to no particular section. He is a national character in every sense of that much-abused term. His personal popularity would sweep the country from ocean to ocean and from the lakes to the gulf like unto a prairie fire. Local pride in his achievements would swing the electoral vote of the East into line. His thoroughly American campain in Porto Rico and Cuba render him a warm favorite in the South. His valiant service in the Civil War gives him an irresistible sway in the North and with the Grand Army of the Republic. His unexampled success as an Indian fighter and builder-up of waste places will rally around him a solid West. He is the one giant who could carry Nebraska against Bryan and populism. His liberal views on the rights of individuals will attract the support of the Germans, while the slight tincture of Celtic blood in his veins derived from a noble ancestry, will cause the Irish element to stand for him as one man. The Negroes admire Gen. Miles for his intolerance of race prejudices or discriminations while in command of the regulars in the West and accredit to him many of the comforts which they enjoyed during the Spanish American War for it is known that he more than once exercised his prestige as ranking general to render credit to the brave boys of the 9th and 10th cavalry and 24th and 25th infantry, in whom he had always taken great pride. When the exploits of San Juan Hill are recalled, our "boys" modestly ascribe a liberal meed of their achievement to the training, discipline and encouragement as instilled by their favorite, General Miles. NOT A TIN SOLDIER. General Miles is no "tin soldier." No "pop-gun" diversions have found a place in his career to be used as a lever to lift political favors. He has won his spurs by merit and hard work. He invariably rides at the head of his column, and so daring has been some of his charges in seemingly hopeless engagements that he was at one time said to bear a "charmed life," and his adventures have formed the basis of numbers of romantic stories that have captivated the fancy of the younger generation, now arriving at voting age. Miles' state? It is "all America." As the eloquent Conkling said of the immortal Grant at the Chicago convention in 1880: "If you ask me where he hails from, My sole reply shall be, He hails from Appomattox, And her famous apple-tree!" If it be charged that General Miles would conduct a "spectacular" campaign if nominated, we offer no objection, for that would mean an aggressive spirited battle all along the line, and the republicans would win by a ringing appeal, not only to the logic of the nation, but to the fire and dramatic instinct that is a part and parcel of the make-up of every well-regulated and clean-hearted human being. We love dignity, tempered with dash, and the catchy alliteration. What a sonorous campaign cry 'McKinley and Miles' would make! What an inspiring combination of statesmanship and patriotic splendor with which to wake the echoes! The intellectuality which directed our great war for humanity, marching hand in hand with the master of arms who directed the forces in the field! Countrymen, this is a ticket that is bound to win. It has body and soul, blood and iron. McKinley and Miles is the ideal ticket for 1900, and if nominated, victory is ours. What is the matter with McKinley and Miles, gentlemen of the press? HAS IT EVER OGURED TO YOU That credit is to a man what virtue is to a woman. That the Douglass Manly episode is now a closed incident. That the Negro gets better race journals than he pays for. That the liquor evil is not the least of the black man's burdens. That politics is a matter of business and essentially a local question. That to be too easily satisfied is to invite imposition or small returns, That the finish of the disgraceful emancipation day parade is in sight That shabby clothing and a chronic tale of woe never helps a man to negotiate a loan. That a leader is pretty generally as good as his followers; otherwise he would have no following. That a woman who makes it possible for men to fight about her, is sel dom worth having at any price. That many average business enterprises can be made brilliant successes by simply putting brains in them. That an individual seldom gets out of politics "until he is politely, but firmly shown the door marked' exit." That the very worst kind of a liar is he who tells a bare falsehood with no notion of saving an utilitarian purpose. That the Negro will never be prosperous who spends 15 cents for whiskey for every 5 cents he spends for bread. That individual efforts, honestly made and intelligently directed is the only lever by which a race may be elevated. That the surest way to get yourself invited to a dinner or to take a drink is have it well known that you don't need either. That in case Prof. Richards insist upon retiring from Bethel's presidency, wouldn't Prof. Kelly Miller be his logical successor. That Miss Lulu A. Hamer our premier contralto is a drawing card whose services church entertainments would do well to secure. That would be public men, gifted with an over-plus of gab will do well to be warned by the sad fate of one Commissioner John E. Wight. That to be shifty on your feet and to possess quick recuperative powers are attributes of priceless value to individual's whether they have pugilistic ambitions or not. That the average house holder is now inguring up how much he is to gain net by his impending escape from the grasp of the coal dealer into the inviting arms of the ice man. That "Sis Hopkins" gave evidence of having a head as long a Socrates when he uttered that bit of sublime, but modern philosophy: "They aint no sense in doin's nothin' for nobody who won't do nothin' for you." That our matrimonially inclined young ladies invariably welcome the establishment of new bureaus and the enlargement of old ones, which bring to town a batch of eligible young men who are in receipt of good salaries. The Student says that the class orators and oratorical contestants of Tuskegee Institute will soon be known. The commencement speakers will be chosen as soon Principal Washington reaches Tuskegee. Thirty years ago March 31, the first Negro cast a vote in America, says an exchange. The National Colored Teachers Bureau OF 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. NO SCHOOL—NO PAY 6 per cent of the first year's salary will be charged those for whom positions are secureded, payable Dec. 1, 1900. The Demand exceed the Supply for suitable teachers during the past year, hence our liberal inducements. Send for registration blank briefly stating your full qualifications and enclose ten two cent stamps for postage. Address James G. Clayton, M. D. 459 C St. N. W. Secretary. WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Curly Hair Made Straight By TAKEN FROM LIFE: BEFORE AND AFTER TREATMENT. OZONIZED OX MARROW THE ORIGINAL—COPYRIGHTED. This wonderful hair pomade is the only safe preparation in the world that makes kinky hair straight as shown above. It nourishes the scalp, prevents the hair from falling out and makes it grow. Sold over 40 years and used by thousands. Warranted harmless. Testimonials free on request. It was the first preparation ever sold for straightening kinky hair. Beware of imitations. Get the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow, as the genuine never fails to keep the hair pliable and beautiful. A toilet necessity for ladies and gentlemen. Elegantly perfumed. The great art vantage of this wonderful pomade is that by its design you can straighten your own hair at home. Owing to its superior and lasting quality it is the most economical. It is not possible for anybody to produce preparation in itself. Full directions with every bottle. Only 50 cents. Sold by dealers or send us $1.40 Postal or Express Money Order for 3 bottles, express paid. Write your name and address plainly to OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. --- ' THE HIGH SCHOOL VICTORIOUS. Wins the First Annual Debate with Howard University in a Walk. An audience of fifteen hundred people witnessed the first annual debate between the Miner Literary Association of the High School, and Eureka Literary Society of Howard University, at Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel, Friday, April 27. "Resolved, that Strikes are Justifiable," was the resolution; and the affirmative was maintained by Howard's team, composed of Messrs. McNiele, Short and Harley; while Messrs. Gaskins, Holmes and Morton of the High School, supported the negative. Much enthusiasm was manifested by the partisans of both sides; and long before the exercises began the crowded chapel was bright with waving colors and echeed the cheers of lusty rooters. After the invocation had been said by Rev. W. V Tunnell of King Hall, who also presided during the evening, and two verses of "America" had been sung by the audience Mr. W. C. McNiel, Jr. opened the debate for Howard. Mr. Benjamin Gaskins followed with a strong and able argument for the negative side of the question. Mr. J. T. Fox then sang a solo, and the debate was resumed by Mr. Edward Short who made a good talk. Mr. S. G. Holmes for the negative followed with an excellent speech which was well received by the audience. A beautiful solo by Miss Georgia Smith relieved the high tension of the audience's feeling. Mr. Harley in an able address closed the argument for the affirmative and Mr. Ferdinand Morton in a very forceful speech for the negative. After a solo by Prof. William J. Stephens, the decision of the judges, Hons. Judson Lyons, H. P. Cheatham and Archibald Grimke, was announced by Mr. Grimke that the negative had won. The decision was received with vociferous applause and the successful debates were carried from the chapel on the shoulders of their friends. The superior delivery as well as the masterly manner in which they handled their subject was what decided the day in favor of the High School debaters. Bob Gole in the South. Mr. Bob Cole of Cole & Johnson in "A Trip to Coontown" after finishing a most successful session ending up in Boston, will spend a few months South visiting the schools and incidently recuperating. While South he will spend a few weeks in Florida as the guest of Mr. T. W. and Rosamond Johnson, talented writers and musicians. Mr.Cole has in preparation a new drama, the music and ideas of which will be based on life among the lowly in the South. He hopes to complete the drama in time to put it on the read this fall. Mr. Cole although a young man is one of the leading comedians of the country regardless of race and has an international reputation. Unlike so many young men who take the thespian art as a profession, he keeps at his desk and is a close student, so that the many productions that appear in the name of Cole and Johnson are the result of his steady habits and the burning of midnight oil. Rev. Eli Wilson, of Barkersville, N. C., is quite sick and has been for some time, but is now slowly improving at this writing. Rev. Wilson has done great good among the Baptist churches in that state, and has been pastor of the Missionary church at Bakersville for the last sixteen years in succession. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. O. National Soldiers' Home. Hampton, Va., Special—Having just arrived at the Home April twenty second and after taking observations for a week I thought that I would send you a report of the way that the veterans enjoy themselves. We have about four hundred colored soldiers and sailors here from all parts of the country. Hon. Gov. Woodpin tires his brain constantly to have some kind of amusement in the Home for the soldiers benefit. Performances twice a week in the theatre, lectures by the most prominent orators of the day, open air concerts by the Home band. We have among us the following citizens of the District sojourning here: Robert Dorsey, George Brown, Charles Anderson, Charles Brown, Robert Brisoe, Jerry Robinson, Archer Saltimore, William Douglass, Jackson Tippin, William Crawford, William Davis, Israel Felton, George Rushton, Peter Bell, William Davis. OBITUARY. A well known estimable citizen, Mrs. Louise Frazier nee King, departed this life on Wednesday, April 4th, 1900, at her residence No 2113 11th street, n. w. at 5 o'clock a. m.. Mrs. Frazier was born in Charles County, Maryland, A. D. 1822. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John King and after she became to the age of twenty years she married Mr. George Gibbons in 1842; there was born to them seventeen children. They lived happily together for twenty two years. Her husband departed this life in 1863. She remained a widow one year and then married Mr. Frederick Frazier. She became the mother of six children. In the year 1864 she was in employed as a cook for the United States Volunteer soldiers durin the Civil War, for which she received a pension until her demise. She was a devout Catholic from her infancy and tried to raise her children under such functions. When she removed to Washington, D. C., in the year 1860 she connected herself to the Saint Mary's parish and after the erection of Saint Augustine's church 15th street between L and M n. w. She joined the above named church and held her membership until her death on the above date and had the unction of the church performed upon her by Father Dougherty, assisted by Fathers Bishop and Griffith for the repose of her soul. The body was encased in a light oak metallic casket which bore a plate with the inscription "Best in Peace." Her remains were placed in the receiving vault of Mount Olivet cemetery and deposited in the family lot in the above cemetery on Saturday, April 21, 1900. She leaves to mourn for her, one brother, Mr. Robert Thomas King, La Plata, Md., and three children, namely, Mr. William H. P. Gibbons, Mrs. Katie Gibbons Seabrook nee King and Miss Martha Frazier, all in the District of Columbia, and other relatives too numerous to mention. We, as the children of the above named deceased, cordially extend our heartfelt thanks to our many friends for their high appreciation during our hours of affliction, extending their sympathy toward us, affliction caused by the demise of our beloved mother. PROF. JOHN W. M. STEWART. Much interest is being shown by the Alumni of the colored High School in the meeting to be held at the Lincoln Memorial church, 11th and R streets, n. w., next Friday, 11th inst., to effect an organization. Officers, etc., will be elected, and the Association in other respects put on a firm basis. A large and enthusiastic attendance is expected. All alumni are invited. All Gloves Fitted to the hand and Kept in Repair for one Year. 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Victor Herbert, the celebrated composer, requires of the managers of the different companies producing his comic operas to have an orchestra of no less than 25 musicians; were he in Washington on the evening of June 8th next he would have no cause to complain. Hoffman's second annual Musical Festival at the Academy of Music will be the musical event of the season. Not another city in America can you get a line on the capabilities of the race in both vocal and instrumental renditions at one evenings festival. Those of you who have read considerable of the Boer-English war should hear Hoffman's band of 40 pieces render "The Patrol of the Boers" which includes the national hymn of the Boers. Mr. William H. Hunt, secretary to Judge M. W. Gibbs, United States Consul to Madagascar has been appointed vice consul. Mr. Hunt is a graduate of Girton Academy, Mass., and studied some time at Williams' college. He has also had considerable experience in business affairs. ```markdown ``` MAMMOTH CREDIT HOUSE, Hon. H. P. Cheatham, Recorder of Deeds, has gone to Raleigh, N, C., to attend the State Convention. The many friends of Miss Bessie E. Willis will be glad to learn that she has improved so much as to be out again. Mr. Jacob Settle made his first appearance as an erator Last Sunday evening at Lane's Chapel church. He made a fine speech. The Allen League of Metropolitan A. M. E. church gave an enjoyable "at home" Monday evening, April 30, at the residence of Mrs. Sublett Anderson of Elm street. Rev. P. L. Cuyler, the energetic pastor of Galbraith A. M. E. Zien church, is now a D. D., that distinguished title having been recently conferred upon him by Livingstone College. A matinee party of six ladies, headed by Mrs. Jennie H. Donglass, saw Viola Allen at the National in "The Chris tian last week. After the play, the party enjoyed a dainty luncheon at a popular cafe. Boys if you want to get a run for your move just stop by the Delmo Keonce cafe. DELEGATE AT LARGE. Mr. George A. Myers a Two Time Winner as Alternate Delegate to Philadelphia. Columbus, Ohio, Special—The republican state convention closed its deliberations here Wednesday by selecting Hon. George A. Myers as alternate delegate at large to the national convention at Philadelphia. There were three colored candidates for the honor, viz: Hon. W. B. Stewart, of Youngs- M.C. HON. GEORGE A. MYERS. town, Ohio, backed by H. C. Smith; Rev. James Poindexter, of Columbus, backed by Walter S. Thomas, William Lynch and others; and Hon. George A. Myers, backed by Hon. William Clifferd, R. W. Tyler, C. W. Reynolds, Charles R. Dell and Z. R. Jackson. Rev. Poindexter was brought out with the hope of dividing Myer's support, and thereby letting Stewart slip in. It was also believed that the bringing out of Rev. Poindexter would force Tyler to abandon Myers and go to Poindexter, the candidate from his own city. The scheme, however, did not work, as Tyler stood firm for Myers, and Clifford, Jackson and Dell stood like a stone wall for their favorite and the result was a victory for Myers. All kinds of combinations were attempted to sifetrack Myers, but he and his friends were too well versed in state politics, and so thwarted every move. It was the biggest victory that Myers and his friends ever won, and their opponents are simply dazed. Mr. Stewart did the handsome thing, after the convention by congratulating Mr. Myers on his success, he accepting his defeat good naturedly and with every evidence of acquiescence. Everybody is happy and harmonious now, save Harry Smith who refuses to be comforted. Hoffman's Musical Festival. Our annual Musical Festival can in time become as renowned as the annual Worcester, Mass., Festival. Judging from the sale of tickets now going on at the Musical Bureau 1130 15th st., n. w., last year's crowded house will be eclipsed. No advance in prices, reserved seats are 25, 35, 50 and 75 cents. It is a most encouraging sign that we are improving in music. The numbers on program for the Big Festival June 8 are not tiresome, but bright, sparkling and entertaining. Prof. J. B. Dudley, president of the Greensbore A. and M. College; one of the Southland's most progressive educators, will give give out "Some Reflections on the Race Problem." Tuesday evening before Bethel Literary and Historical Association. Mr. Frederick Williams, of Boston, a violinist of marked ability, makes his initial appearance before a Washington audience at the closing session of the closing session of the Second Baptist Lyceum, Sunday May 20th. He will also accompany the Assembly Chorus, and next season will be a member of the Lyceum's permanent orchestra. Tuesday evening's meeting of Bethel Literary and Historical Association was full of interesting features, the addresses of Hon. H. P. Cheatham and Prof. W. H. H. Hart being replete with sound advice and much important information. Mrs. J. E. Tyree and Miss Chanie Patterson sang a duet and Mrs. Fountaine contributed two catchy so prano solos. We shall speak at greater length of the program in our next. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Charlottesville (Va.) News Letter. Charlottesville, Va., Special—The celebration of the 8th anniversary of the pastorate of Rev. R. B. Hardy as pastor of the Mt. Zion Baptist church began Monday night and continues each night during the week. The several pastors of the city are on the program each night respectively to preach during the week. A first class musical entertainment was given at the First Baptist church Monday night under the management of Mr. R. Kelser for the benefit of the Young Men's Christian Association. Especially pleasing were the solos by Misses Mamie Coles and Bessie Ferrell and the renditions by the Silver Leaf Quintette, composed of the following young men: Howard Watson, John Tonsler, Lloyd Tonsler, Richard Chisholm and Walter Jackson. The Sunday men's meeting of the Y. M. C. A. was well attended and the subject of "Faith" was interestly discussed. Rev. P. C. Lewis, state missionary of the Baptist Home Mission Society and Prof. Wales Tyrell, principal of the Valley Institute Basic City, Va. were present and spoke interestingly and classically to the young men. Mr. Archie Hawkins of the C. and O. railway general ticket office at Richmond, Va. was in the city last week. The funeral of Mrs Sophia Twine, wife of the late John Twine, took place from the Mt. Zion Baptist Tuesday p. m. at 3 o'clock. She died in the 66th year of her age and leaves six children to mourn their less. Rev. R. B. Hardy, pastor, officiated. The funeral of Mr. Thoraton Anderson took place from First Baptist church, Tuesday at 8:30 o'clock p. m. He was 68 years of age and leaves three sons and four daughters to mourn his loss. Mr. and Mrs. George Ragland of Washington D. C. were in the city this week, having come to bury the father of Mrs. Ragland. Mr. James H: Barnes went to Washington on business last week, Mr. Thomas J Faucett visited Washington and Baltimore last week. Mrs. George W. Lawson, who has been teaching at Greenwood, has closed her school and is at home again. Mr. John Williams of Ivy was in the city this week. Mr. R E. Wood visited Ivy last week. Mr. D. A. Smith has closed his school in the county and is in the city. MONTICELLO. LATE LOCALS Mrs. George H. White is still somewhat indisposed. Mrs. Ella B. Thompson, of Le Droit Park, continues ill. Mrs. Jennie Jefferson, of E street northwest, is on the mend. Our Mr. E. E. Cooper spent a few days in Richmond last week. Booker T. Washington was in the city last Sunday, en route to Tuskegee. Rev. E. W. Stratton, of Ashboro, N. C., is the guest of Dr. J. R. Wilder of B street southwest. Rev. H.G.Gussom started for Raleigh N. C., Monday evening to attend the State Convention. Mrs. Lillian V. Green Bryant will resume her duties as pianist of the Second Baptist Lyceum tomorrow. Mr. Henry Y. Arnett, of the Recorder's office will attend the Methodist Conference at Columbus, Ohio. Miss Nannie E. Smith leaves next week for an extended visit to relatives at her old home in North Carolina. The Coachman's Ball Monday evening at Convention Hall was a magnificent affair, and a dazzling spectacle. Rev. A. B. Hamm, pastor of Mt. Airy Baptist church was ordained Thursday evening at Zion Baptist church. Messrs. Frederick Douglass and Henry Boone have resumed their duties in the Census Office, after a brief, but serious illness. Pref. Jesse Lawson will be pushed by powerful friends for a place on the to be Board of Education for the District of Columbia. The graduating exercises of the Freedmen's Hospital class of trained nurses will take place next Wednesday evening, at Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel. SUMMER RESORTS The Summer season is about here, will be lots of money spent this summer classes at resorts. The Colored American announcements of all hotels, cottages and entertain summer visitors. Send you to spend a few weeks away from home rates will be. Our price for printing these per month. Terms in advance. Send you to spend. The Colored American will be tisement. The Summer season is about here, and the good times are also here. There will be lots of money spent this summer by the intelligent and well to do classes at resorts. The Colored American with its usual enterprise solicits the announcements of all hotels, cottages and property holders who desire to entertain summer visitors. Send us your ord and rates but to spend a few weeks away from home nay know where rates will be. Our price for printing these cards for the season is $5 00 or $2 00 per month. Terms in advance. Send your cards and the amount you desire to spend. The Colored American will be sent free during the life of your advertisement. This Hotel is situated on an elevation cent view for tea miles At the base of w ample opportunity to those fond of sailing This Hotel is situated on an elevation which furnishes one with a magnificent view for tea miles. At the base of which is a wide sheet of water giving ample opportunity to those fond of sailing or fishing. WOODLAW N TERRACE is on the Whitehorse Pike, seven miles from Camden. 25 trains stop at Lawn-side daily. The service at the Hotel is strictly first class. The Bed Rooms are large and alry with all modern conveniences. The Hotel is three stories high, 35 feet front and is surrounded with a beautiful lawn and wide gravel walks. is on the Whitehorse Pike, seven miles from Camden. 25 trains stop at Lawnside daily. The service at the Hotel is strietly first class. The Bed Rooms are large and alry with all modern conveniences. The hotel is three stories high, 35 feet front and is surrounded with a beautiful lawn and wide gravel walks. For terms, address MRS CHAN SMITH, Snow Hill, N. L. For terms, address MRS. OLAC, 191M Will open Friday, June 1, 1900. IN PROSPEROUS CONDITION. (Continued from first page.) Samuel W. Rutherford, Washington, D. C.; Robert G. Gratton, Newark, N. J; H. M. Armistead, Washington, D. C.; John H. Braxton, Richmond, Va. A unanimous vote of thanks was extended to Drs. A J. Stillwell and J. A. Wormley, of New Jersey, Dr. Sarah E. Jones, of Richmond, Va., and the Medical Director and President at Washington for their gratuitous services to the Association for the first year. SOCIAL SIDE OF THE ASSOCIATION. A reception complimentary to the officers and visiting delegates was given by some of the leading Washington members under the direction of the Business Manager. Those participating were: Misses Lucy Lemax, Chairman; Jannie Haney, Martha E. Green, Mary B. Aylor, Hattie and Fannie Green and Ida S. Plummer; Mesdames Hattie E. Jores, Alice Foster, Agnes Morris, F. V. Campbell, Mary E. Jones, and Messrs. Foster, Miller and Conway besides numerous guests. The capacity of Mr. and Mrs. Burrill Wood's beautiful residence 2226 11th street, was thoroughly tested there being such a large number present. The spacious parlors were tastefully decorated with emblems and colors. An attractive business and literary programme was presented under the direction of the President, in which Rev. J. A. Taylor and others took part making spicy and instructive speeches. At twelve the caterer announced refreshments, and all proceeded to the dining rooms where large tables, handsomely decorated with flowers and lights, provided with bouillon, oysters, chicken salad, ices, cakes, bonbons, coffee, punch, fruits and candies. Refreshments served, the pleasant evening ended amid cordial handshaking by guests and officials each wishing the organization another year of success. It is one of the characterics of ladies to surprise their friends and even them selves, this was done in the reception tendered. Mr. Biggers, of New Jersey, is one of the main spokes in the National Benefit Association wheel. His report was applauded to the echo by the officials. The Association is prepared to give employment to fifty more such worthy young men and women of the race. Second Baptist Lyceum will not want for attractions tomorrow after noon. The exercises will begin promptly at 3:30 o'clock. Mr. Samuel E. Lacy, will be the principal speaker. Other interesting features will be presented. Mr. R. W. Thompson passed a brilliant examination Monday for promotion in the Census Office, standing but four points behind the leader. His HOTEL WOODLAWN TERRACE. Lawnside. N.J. ion which furnishes one with a magnifi- of which is a wide sheet of water giving dling or fishing. N TERRACE less from Camden. 25 trains stop at Lawn- strietly first class. The Bed Rooms are sciences. The hotel is three stories high, beautiful lawn and wide gravel walks. MITH, Snow Hill, N.J. 00. papers were especially commended by the examiner for their neatness and accuracy. J. W. GREEN, TONSORIALIST. First Class Hair Cutting. Shampooing. Singeing. Shaving. Barbers. 1401 Q STREET, N. W. HARRIS' NEW BLOOD TONIC Impure Blood, Rheumatism, Liver and Kidney Complaints, Boils, Pimples, Ring Worms, Tetter, and Humors of Scrofulous Diseases. 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Only those who are willing to work need apply tf. KNOW YOUR FATE.—This distinguished Astrologist reads your life from, Cradie to Grave. Advice on marriage love, business, enemies, health, spells, lucky numbers. Send one dollar, lock of hair dates of birth for life reading. Mrs. C. Cary, 670 Fulton St. Brooklyn, N. Y. ```markdown ``` Hair Cutting. Shampooing. Singeing. Shaving. Barbers. SPECIAL. WANTED ROOMS. 6 ~ ~~ "=~ THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. 0. SSS SSS SSS ooSSe—[jwne6a6epja>#'70+“~=»«—=0—_0@0—09(90°0 oN” DRAWING TO A CLOSE. | a TORT ANNIAT CRACON ROR CTRAMER PIuVED anon Bethel L t-rarya d His ovical Association Reued ng Out he Mes* Hrilliant Sc asoa in Its sinc ven Years of Existence -The Debt Wash:ng on Owes .o Prof. R.ch. ards avunouncement, Bethel Literary and Historical Asso- ciaiiou is rounding out the most suc- cessful and in the truest sense the most profitable season it has enjoyed in its Himeteen years of existence. Almost loae Prof. W. H. Richards sas admiu- istered the office of President—not ‘hat he has lacked support, encouragement and sympathy —but because the broad plan ef work laid out was so thorough ly his, aad ite proper execution depend- ed so completely upon his sagaci'y, en- ergy and application, that the cflicial board has been more than content to indorse his every suggestion and action and back him up at every turn with the fine ferce of their moral and financial strength. Thus compactness of or- ganization, inteilectoal affinity, and a level headed executive have combined to assure Beihel’s premicrship among the Afro American literary associations ef the country, and largely augment its power for good The atrendance has been excellent, no matter what the at- traction or the character of the master, ‘ox the people have come to reserve Tues- ‘ay nights for Bethel running no risk i missing what they know will be a treat of the richest variety. As an ed- uca «.¥ oo gereral lines Bethel occupies 8 place in this community not lees high- ly honored than Howard University’ Prof. Richards cannot be too heartily eommended for his signal services dur- ing the past two years, and all join in the hope that hs wiil aczept a re elec: tion te the presidency on the 8:h of May. For the remainder of the season the following schedule js announced: April 4.—Topic- The Negro. (a) Ip Africa— Rev. Aibert P. Miller, Some time Missionary to Africa. (b) In the Weat Indies —Mr. Walter B. Huyson. (c) In South America--Rev Alexander uv, Garner. (d) His Prcbabie Future 15 the Umied Siates. Five minute volun- tary addiveses. May 1.—T\-vic—Basis of Progress, 1. Agricul.ure— Prof. Wm. H. cl. Bart. 2. Industsy--Hoo. Henry P. Cbeatham. 3. Commerce- Hon. Judson W. Lyons. May 8.- Address. Prof. James B. Dudley, President Agricultura! and Mechanical Coliege, Greensboro, N. C. Election of Officers. May 15.—Topic—Lessons From the Life of Dr. J. GC. Price. Hon. joha C, Dancy. May 22.—Olosing Address—Professor Booker [. Washington, Principal Tus kegee (Ala.) Normal and Industrial In stitute, thai ect a Rana set a ere pa The recent flood cf dinnere has brought to the fore quite a number of Buw orators. verybody knows the ca- pabilities of the wen who have been with us all these years, snd upon them, comment is unnecessary. But the newer ac’ool deserve especial mention and praise At the Cooper dinner Lieut ¢. H, R. Olarke, captivated, bis hearers py a smooth and thoughtful delivery. At the Chase dinner, laurels were hsaped upon Dr. C. C. Stewart’s fine word-painting and W. &-Pollard’s clean cut icgic, At the Thompson div- ner the surprizes were J. C Campbell, West Vig ninia; J. T. Haskins, of Vir ginia; ©. &. Gaither, of New Jersey,— all eioquent and impassioned speakers —while Mr. H. Y. Arsett pat a men- sard rocf on his already brilliant repu- tation as an orator of the elazsic school. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. 0. 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Rid your mind of selfish motives, Let your thoughts be clean and high. You can make a little Eden Of the sphere you occupy. Do you wish the world were wiser? Well, suppose you make a start By accumulating wisdom In the scrap book of your heart. Do not waste one page on folly; Live to learn, and learn to live. If you want to give men knowledge You must get it, 'ere you give. Do you wish the world were happy? Then remember day by day Just to scatter seeds of kindness As you pass along the way, For the pleasures of the many May be oftimes traced to one, As the hands that plant an acorn Shelters armies from the sun —ELLA WHEELER WILCOX. WOMAN'S WORLD. Miss Rossie L. Taylor, is doing good service as city reporter of the Oxford (Miss.,) Enterprise. In 1870 there was not a colored lady bookkeeper to be found in this country. Today we have about 350. Miss Grace Hart, of Cincinnati, O., has given up school life for a position with the big dry goods firm of Miller Bros., on West Fourth street. A woman with ungainly feet had better give the rainy day skirt a wide berth. But many haven't sense enough to do so—hence, the unsympathetic men have a chance to give them the "ha-ha." "Some of our people fail to educate their daughters for the reason they think they will marry a farmer—a great mistake," notes the sprightly Oxford (Miss.,) Enterprise, and rises to the inquire "Why should the farmer want a fool for his wife?" Why indeed! Mrs. J. E. Givens, the wife of the President of the State Colored Normal School of Frankfort, Ky., is one of the most talented artists of the race. She has just completed a fine painting of Booker T. Washington for the Paris Exposition. It is an artistic gem, and will doubtless attract much attention. After a two months' trip in the East Mrs. Ida B. Wells Barnett, among other things, says: "In New York, Jersey City, New Haven and Boston I was struck anew with the readiness I had already observed in Northern newspapers and individuals to quote the Southern white man's argument, and become the white man's ally and co-adjutor in matters effecting the Negro." Our women have a great work before them to do all they can to beat back the stealthy march of this monster prejudice. Coming Elections Bethel Literary and Historical Association holds her annual election of officers Tuesday evening, May 8. Since it is rumored that Prof. Richards will not accept another term, the names of Prof, Kelly Miller, W. A. Joiner, E. H. Hunter and H. C. Tyson are mentioned in connection with the presidency. District Afro-American Council No. I will elect officers Monday evening, May 7, at the Conservatory of Music headquarters. Gov. P. B. S. Pinchback's health and private business will not permit him to serve further as president. W. C. Payne, C. L. Marshall, Rev. A. P. Miller, J. H. Hannon and others are mentioned as his successor. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Mr. Washington on the Census. Editor Colored American—Through your paper I wish to call the attention of our race as far as possible to the fact that the Census Bureau is planning to make a special effort during the taking of the census in June to find out the exact amount of property of every description that is owned by the Negro race. This means a great deal to us as a people and we will be very largely judged by the world by the result. It is of the utmost important that each individual member of the race in every part of the country begin at once to make a careful list of the amount and value of the property that he owns so as to be ready to give it at once to the census taker. It is also important that as far as possible ministers and teachers call the attention of the people to this matter as far in advance as may be thought best Yours truly, BOOKER T. 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To deduce an intelligent opinion of what is best to be done when there is a conflict of interest and evidence among the most reputable people of a community, it is necessary to review all the facts in a candid and impartial spirit, and to wait until sentiment crystallizes to such a degree that the sober judgment of the masses can be distinguished, strong and clear, above the mazes of passion. For this reason we have studiously refrained from jumping pell-mell into this school controversy, until the heat of excitement had given place to calm reflection, and until the public mind was prepared to know definitely what was wanted to reform the abuses that had crept into our educational system—apart from the selfish interests of individuals or the consideration in any sense of small personalities. It is not to the point at this stage of the situation to take note of whose scalp is to saved, or whose is to be taken. The main proposition just now is to save to the race at large the autonomy in the school management that has been earned by long years of able and honest administration. Public meetings have been held in many sections of the District. Memorials have been filed with Congress, and the masses have spoken their minds freely on the issue at stake, and a conclusion admittedly representative of the "common sense of most" has been evolved. How nearly our wishes will be respected by the powers that be is a question not yet released from the realm of speculation. The force of public sentiment upon the deliberations of the Senate Committee is well demonstrated by the significant concessions found in the bill actually passed, as compared with the document as originally drawn. While the Senate bill is greatly improved over the first draft, it is far from perfect, and does not carry with it the opportunities for Negro representation commensurate with our strength and importance in this community. The provision for two assistant superintendents, with the tacit understanding that one is to be colored, three clerks with THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. a like understanding, and seven members on the Board of Education, with our proportion placed at two, is pretty good as far as it goes, but it takes away the object lesson we now have in the form of self-government embodied in the separate head for the separate schools, without conferring any especial benefit to take its place. If we must have separate schools here—contrary as it may be to the American spirit and economy—the Negro should be given all the advantages growing out of the system thus forced upon him, and be accorded every grade of recognition in the conduct of the system permitted him by his capacity and availability. Upon this theory, those wisest among us have reached the position that there is no necessity for yielding until the battle is lost, for good and all, and that the agitation which has brought fruitful results up to this point, should be carried on with unabated vigor, until the law is finally passed and signed by the President. The Negro is in sympathy with the popular movement for reform in the educational system and for the centralization of authority, but there is nothing in the situation that calls for the abolition of the office of superintendent of the colored schools. The 90000 Negroes of the District of Columbia contend that the office, with its honors, powers and emoluments shall remain with us, now, henceforth and forevermore. Self-confidence is half the battle in this age of merciless competition. The educated man is not a whit better than the ignoramous, except in so far as he utilizes his acquirements for good. The downfall of the Philadelphia leader, John R. Brooks seems to have been simply the logical and inevitable end of a man who made a habit of living beyond his means. A man can never understand how much trouble he can get into until he, like Dewey, permits himself to be led by a selfish woman, against his own better judgment or impulse. An education which does not teach a youth to do the very best he knows how, wherever he is placed, in humble or exalted station, is apt to do him more harm than good. The way to get a chance to do better, is to do your duty well where you are. The colored people in the United States are estimated to own real estate to the value of $725,000,000. This is alright as far as it goes, and is encouraging, but it would be better still if a few millions were invested in live business enterprises. We still have have a fighting chance for a colored superintendent of the Washington schools and we should not abate one jot or tittle of our efforts until the new law is actually passed and signed by the President. We can manage our schools and we want the world to see us do it. The Minneapolis Afro-American Advance meant well, but the esteemed Mrs. Duckett failed to keep up with the hot pace set by Washingson banqueteers, and hence got the Cooper and Chase dinners mixed up in delightful confusion: The banquet she describes was not ours, but the other one. See? OPERATIONS OF THE CENSUS BUREAU. The Census is making unprecedented progress under the energetic direction of Gov. W. R. Merriam. The field work has been started a month ahead of the usual time, and an enlarged force is at work paving the way for the reports of the thousands of enumerators, who will canvass the country during the month of June. In moving the massive machinery of this Bureau, Gov. Merriam has the aid and cooperation of a corps of expert statisticians and scientific specialists, such as Assistant Director F. H. Wines, Chief Clerk Edward McCaulley, Appointment Clerk J.W. Langley; Mr. S. N. D. North, in charge of manufactures; Mr. L. G. Powers, in charge of agriculture; Mr. W. F. Wilcox, in charge of methods and results, and others not less well known. Especial attention is being given the collection of statistics bearing upon the Negro and the showing to be made will go far to overrule the indictment brought against our capacity by antiquated fossils of the Tillman and Morgan type of misrepresentative Americans. Director Merriam is closely watching the result of his innovation along these lines, and is grateful to learn from the Negro press of the land that his efforts are meeting with universal approval at the hands of the Negro people. Bulletins have been sent out broadcast, instructing the farmers of the South and elsewhere how to answer the questions and make correct estimates of their holdings. He is gradually increasing the number of colored employees, and they are being assigned and promoted solely on the basis of merit, applying the same tests of fitness to all regardless of race or personality. More appointments and promotions will be made this month, and our quota will soon be brought up to a very comfortable notch. Throughout the country will be many colored enumerators, special employees, etc., whose work will reflect credit upon the Bureau, upon themselves and the race. The Twelfth Census will mark the opening of a new era for the American Negro, The only way to remedy the divorce evil is to remove the cause. More effective than increased difficulty in securing a separation would be to render it less easy to procure a marriage license. Hasty and ill-considered unions, followed by misconception of mutual obligations, lack of affinity and sympathy of thought make all the business for the divorce lawyer. Parents, ministers and teachers can help to instruct the young along right lines of conduct, but little is to be hoped from legislation to remove this blot upon our times. Rev. C. M. Sheldon, author of "In His Steps." who successfully edited the Topeka, Kas, Capital for a week upon lines of strict Christianity and morality, purposes to devote his share of $65,000 net profit made to beautify a Negro settlement of Topeka which is surrounded by the aristocratic sections of that city. This is probably Mr. Sheldon's idea of "What Jesus would have done," and to be consistent with his own arguments and writings, he makes a laudable effort to follow "In His Steps." Senator Mason takes it for granted that this government meant what it said when the declaration was solemnly made that in the struggle to free Cuba, there was no intention to acquire one foot of her soil, and is therefore moving to have our troops withdrawn from the island. It is a trifle early to expect perfect order in Cuba at this time, but the United States should not remain in control there any longer than is necessary to guarantee a stable government. People learn to manage their affairs by being permitted to manage, and even, if mistakes are made for a while they will come around alright eventually. A year more in Cuba will not do that country any harm and will enable the nation to do its whole duty by her struggling people. Recently two young men walked five hundred miles from their South Carolina home to Tuskegee. Another walked nearly the same distance from Mississippi. Frequently boys reach there without a cent, and without clothes, merely to study at this fount of industrial education, having heard that no one who wishes to rise is ever turned away. Can a race fail as long as it can develop such a sturdy yeomanry as these ambitious youngsters represent. Time continues to vindicate the wisdom of Booker T. Washington's advocacy of industrial education. If we would hold on to the commoner avocations, we must be prepared to do the work better and more quickly than those who are endeavoring to crowd us out of them. Denied a place at the apprentices' table, the industrial school must give us the necessary training. Not content with striking at our political rights, we are face to face with the fact that we must now begin to resist encroachments by trades' unions and individual competitors upon our right to work for our bread. While reaching for the higher walks, let us not forget to keep a firm grasp upon the humbler things that we have. The Colored American has received a beautiful lithograph picture of "The Buildings and Grounds of Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute," Mr. Booker T. Washington, principal. The picture is a beautiful work of art, and is printed in twelve colors; it is 24x35 inches in size and gives a splendid view of this famous institution of learning. This picture is worthy of a place in any home in the land, and no Negro home ought to be without it. This lithograph may be had for sixty cents by addressing Mr. Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee, Ala., and it is worth many times the price charged for it. SENATOR CHANDLER'S SUFFRAGE BILL Senator Chandler has by request, introduced a measure in the Senate, designed to prevent the denial or abridgement of the right of citizens of the United States to vote on account of color and providing penalties for the violation of the suffrage amendments to the constitution. There is no danger of the bill ever being enacted into law, but we desire to give the New Hampshire statesman due credit for standing sponsor for the sentiment encouched in it. While any thought of carrying a single southern state for the republican ticket is the wildest sort of "rainbow chasing." No man outside of the lunatic asylum would dream of a republican Congress daring to seriously agitate the race question a during presidential year in any way adversely to southern interests. As a "grand stand" display, Senator Chandler's bill is a brilliant spectacle, and reads well. A Pittsburg jury gave Assistant District Attorney Billows, colored, who sued under the Fourteenth Amendment, a verdict for six and a quarter cents. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. THE POLITICAL HOROSCOPE The Negro democrats out in Indiana are getting themselves together, and are claiming that, combined with the strong independent vote in and about Indianapolis, Evansville and Terre Haute, they can give the electoral vote of the state to Bryan—especially if the popular "Tom" Taggart is named for governor or is made chairman of the national committee. Manning at the Capital has The World to sow democratic doctrine. Dr. Benj. Hickman proselyting down in Montgomery county and Dr G. W. Buckner is keeping the trail hot along the line between Vigo and Vanderburg. The republicans have chosen Gurley Brewer as an alternate-delegate at large to Philadelphia as a soother, and are said to have told the leaders to drop Porto Rican and gold standard talk and hold up Ben Tillman and John T. Morgan's harangues as typical of democratic sentiment toward the Negro. The Propogandist Club, the leading sociopolitical organization in Indianapolis, is educating an array of young men along independent lines, under the leadership of Attorney R. B. Bagby. The American Protective League meets in July, after both parties have named their candidates, and it is said that the nature of its indorsement is problematical. The Afro-American Council follows in August, and though Bryan agents even be on hand, it is thought by conservative men that McKinley will be indorsed by a big majority. Altogether the situation promises that a heap of fun will come off in the Hoosier State between now and the "dog days." Boston has but one colored member of the Common Council, Mr. Armstead. Recorder Cheatham attended the republican state convention in North Carolina this week. Mr. Gilchrist Stewart, a Tuskegee graduate, who has been appointed to act as census official in the Hawaiian Islands, has departed for that place. George B. Vashon, a prominent St. Louis politician, concludes a recent letter on Imperialism, with an expression of faith in God and William Jennings Bryan. At the convention of the second district of North Carolina, held at Tarboro April 26, Congressman George H. White and H. E. Hagans were chosen to the Philadelphia convention.. Cincinnati Afro-Americans are complaining that the way the new republican administration is dealing out patronage indicates that it is better to be a middle-of-the-road white democrat than a loyal black republican. The Hon. Thomas Watson, of Georgia, who may be remembered as the tail of one of the Bryan tickets in 1896, has made an open confession that he is politically dead. This is true likewise of some Negro politicians in Washington and elsewhere, but they are either not aware of the fact, or what is more to the point, are not so refreshingly frank. The Kentucky republican state convention will be held May 17, at Louisville. Albert S. White, a prominent colored lawyer of the Falls City, is a candidate for delegate at large to the nation $ ^{a} $ convention, and will probably C win. W. A. Gaines, of Covington, is also a candidate, but may be named as delegate from his own district. Both are heavy weights in Kentucky politics. Former Governor W. O. Bradley will be endorsed for vice-president. Senator T. T. Allain is one of the race's safest leaders, and justly wields a mighty influence all over the country. He has been assigned by the national republican committee to some very important work connected with the Philadelphia Convention. He will pull off his coat during the campaign and labor to hold the Negro vote in line with McKinley and prosperity. If Allain doesn't get one of the juiciest plums in the bunch, we shall be willing to admit that parties, like republics are deuced ungrateful. SPARKS FROM KENTUCKY. A District Product Shies the Caster From the "Dark and Blooay Grounds." Louisville, Ky., Special—Since Mr. Sheldon has shown us how Christ would edit a paper we would be much oblige if he would tell us in the next one of his holy issues how Christ would make delinquent subscribers pay their bills. I want to put a few married men on the anvil this week. I was very much disgusted the other day when I was informed that a man whom I have known for some time had decided to put a monument over the grave of his wife. You wonder what is in that to cause disgust. Well here it is. The Bible says that when we ask for bread our earthly parents will not give us a stone. That was not true in this case. Here was a woman robbed of love and affection in life, not a flower brought her to cheer her drouping spirit. She is dead. The husbaad called her an angel and said he was forever ruined, broken hearted. Tears flowed freely. As I thought on this righteous indignation seized me. She had asked for bread and he was about to give her a stone. Many bright dollars that would have made her happy was now invested in a coffin on which he dropped tears from overflowing eyes. When he left her at early evening and returned at the small hour of morning, seeking pleasure and faces not as familiar to him, little did he care how she spent the weary hours. Now that she is sleeping among the white mountains on the hillside he is about to chisel into marbel loves warm word on ice cold stone. This case has its parallel. There are thousands of women robbed of love, robbed of much that would make them happy in this life. They peg out a misereble existence. While we live and move is the time we want to be loved and to know that one for whom we would give up all pleasures leves us. When we are dead we cannot see the tears of sorrow. We cannot read the love laden epitaphs nor smell the sweet odor of roses, lillies and forget-me-nots. The Ecumenical Conference which has just closed its session in New York was one of the greatest religious gatherings ever held on this continent. Men of thought from all over the world were present, among whom a number were colored. A great religious uplift is expected from this meeting. On visiting the Louisville High School one is surprised not to see a 5 CATARRH OF THE STOMACH. Rabbi David Klein, 526 E. Main street, Columbus, O., writes the following to Dr. Hartman in regard to Pe-ru-na: "It affords me great pleasure to testify to the curative merits of your medicine. Pe-ru-na is a well-tried and widely used remedy. Especially as a specific for catarrh of the stomach it cannot be excelled. Pe-ru-na will do all that is claimed for it." J. Rabbi David Klein. People afflicted with catarrh of the stomach complain of lassitude, all-tired-out feelings, their blood becomes thin, nervous system deranged, food seems to do them no good, continuous and increasing weakness. The unfortunate female instructor. It is too bad. The people will not long tolerate this state of affairs, unless they are indifferent to the best interests of the boys and girls who are making their way to this fountain of knowledge. In selecting men to address our graduating classes it is well to get men of good moral standing as well as high intellectual powers. Every man who can make a good speech isn't a model for our young men and women. We stop listening to the speech, we look at the man. The Y. M. C. A of Louisville (colred) will inaugurate the lecture course next year. It is hoped that much good will come from this effort. Mr. Blue of Virginia is the secretary and is an intelligent, wide-awake, Christiah gentleman. Dr. Abbott in a recent article tries to show that the American nation is not a decaying but a growing nation. To support his argument he gives a list of illustrious men all of whom have been sleeping "that sleep from which none ever wake to weep" for over twenty years, many fifty. As I think on this I wonder what the Negro is doing to keep alive the men who have died at their posts of honor. It is true that we too soon forget our great men. Orators and scholars refer to them in their speeches and laud them to highest heaven, but have we anything tangible that generations yet unborn will look up and catch inspiration as they read and see what has been done. In the chamber dedicated to the great men of earth should stand the form of the scores of Negroes who stood in the early dawn of the worlds civilization down to the last of our great men. We do not thoroughly appreciate the struggle through which these men passed. Our unwritten history, our uncarved statuory is a credit to this people. But history must be written to live, statuary must be carved or it will be heaps of sand. Let us hope that the Negro puls ```markdown ``` victim wonders why he should be so weak, why his food gives him no strength, why his blood should be so thin. Mr. Alex. Carter of Van Buren, Carter Co., Mo., says: "I had been troubled with dyspepsia and indigestion since 1879. The best physicians in the country could do no good. could do no good. I visited the Mullanphy hospital in St. Louis and received no benefit. The attending physician told me I had narrowing of the outlet of the stomach, and the only remedy was to have it cut out. J. which I refused to have done. I then visited West Baden, Ind.; Las Vegas, Hot Springs, New Mexico; Sweet Springs, Mo., and Monitou, Col. I also took a great many different kinds of medicine recommended for dyspepsia, but found no relief. Last February I read a testimonial for Pe-ru-na in the Central Baptist that suited my case and I determined at once to try it. I have taken two bottles of Pe-ru-na and four of Man-a-lin, and I feel like a new man. None of my friends believed I would get well. I would not take any money for the good your remedies have done me." In catarrh of the stomach, as well as in catarrh of any other part of the body, Pe-ru-na is the remedy. As it has often been said, if Pe-ru-na will cure catarrh of one part, it will cure catarrh of any other part of the body. "Summer Catarrh" sent free by Paru-na Drug M'f'g Co., Columbus, O. pit and press will unite in their effort to perpetuate the memory of our great leaders. If for any reason our record and statuary of our noble patriots are shut out of the national hall of men of fame let us set up a hall of our own. Let us write our own history. A memorial hall in Washington City would be a credit to the race. Enough money has been spent in parades on emancipation day, in fake industrial schools and the like to build a mansion. Mr. Charles R. Douglass in his article to The Uslored American last week told the trarh and nothing but the truth. But Mr. Douglass gets it honestly. Hit it again Mr. Douglass. Who said that Washington was full of politicians who had worn out the soles of their pants waiting on the president? "Taint so," is it brother Fortune? Ask Mr. Chase how does he like that fifty dollars convention suit? We know its alright. KENTUCKY ANVIL. Livingstone Commencement. The exercises of the 18th annual commencement of Livingstone College, Salisbury, N. C., took place from April 16 to April 25th. The Colored American acknowledges the receipt of its very neat invitation and respectfully begs leave to felicitate the following young ladies and gentlemen who had the high honor of bearing off the golden fleece of graduation: Classical, Felex Henry Cummings, Jessie Richard Dillard, Samuel Edward Duncan, Benjamin Jackson Fisher, Thomas Walker Wallace. Normal, William Davis Battle. Henry Clinton Benny, Addie Adora Beome, Richard Manuel Bolden, Narcissa Katharine Cook, Rebecca Cummings, Ada Lucetta Cureton, Hattie Clarissa Davis, Olive Willette Edwards, James Benjamin Hawkins, Bessie Cora Henderson, James Walker Hood, Maude Electa Hood, Ida Etta Houston, Nannie Lucie McWlain, Eljiah Lovette Madison, Daisy Sharpe Moore, Harriet Angeline Moore, Mary Elizabeth Moore, William Harvey Simons, James Luther Walker, William Witherspoon Weathington. City Paragraphs. City Paragraphs. It is May. Marriage bells are ringing merrily. Prof. Jesse Lawson has been spending a few days in New Jersey and New York. Married, Wednesday evening at 1823 S street, northwest, Miss Bertha Beatrice Corbin to Mr. John W. Nash. Miss Emma F. G. Merritt's dignified and forceful activity in the school controversy is yielding splendid results, Miss Mary Dent of Eckington, Culpeper county, Va., spent two days in the city last week, the guest of Miss Hattie Burrell. Mr. B. L E. Hall and family left Saturday of last week for Atlantic City where they are comfortably situated at the Clinton cottage. Mrs. Sadie Gaston Holly, the accomplished wife of Dr. L. G. Holly, of Kansas City, will visit friends in this city at an early date. Bishop R. S. Williams, who has been spending some time in the city, left Tuesday of last week for New York. He returned to Washington Monday. Mrs. T. C. Unthank (nee Miss Gertrude Clark) and little daughter, Louise have returned to their Kansas City home after a lengthy visit to relatives here. Rev. C. A. Johnson, of the "British Lion," lectured Thursday evening at the Third Baptist church. Dr. Johnson is bitter in denunciation of the Boers, and believes that the best civilization follows the English flag. Ladies gloves for summer wear just received by the Louvre Glove Co. at 931 F street, n. w. a full line of silk and lisle gloves in black, white, tar, grey and mode made just like the kid ones. Two clasp perfectly fitting only fifty cents a pair. Mr. William H. Stewart and Miss Eliza Bush were happily married Wednesday night of last week at the residence of the bride's niece, Mrs. Isaiah Scott, 1737 L street, n. w. Rev. Walter H. Brooks officiated. The happy couple received many beautiful and useful presents. They will reside at 1816 24th street. Mr. R. F. Plummer, the pharmacist, is now finely located at 732 and st. cor. H.s. w. He has a complete line of drugs, medicines, cigars and toilet articles, a new soda water fountain and is prepared to and will, serve the purest fruit syrups and ice cream sodas to be found in the city. He confidently, expects to do a big drug business from now on. Messrs. D. W. Baker and P. A. Hill, recent appointees in the Census Office, were welcome callers at our sanctum Tuesday. Mr. Baker is a solid citizen and land owner of Kingfisher, Oklahoma, and was until recently connected with the public schools of that thriving city. Mr. Hill hails from Texas, and is taking a course in medicine here. Both speak encouragingly of the resources and progressive character of their respective bailiwicks. A very pretty marriage was solemnized at the parsonage of St. Agustine church, Thursday, April 19th 3:45 p. m. The contracting parties being Mr. E. J. Webster a prominent business man of Alexandria, Va., and Mrs. Annie Jackson of Washington, D. C., Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Webster left for a bridal tour to Port Tobacco, Md., and will be at home to their friends April 29, 502 South Alfred street, Alexander, Va. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. "The Basis of Progress." One of the most interesting features of Bethel Literary's prosperous season will be presented next Tuesday evening at Metropolitan A. M. E. Church. The symposium is denominated "The Basis of Progress." Prof. W. H. H. Hart, of Howard University's law department will speak on "Agriculture." Recorder H. P. Cheatham will discuss "Industry." Register J. W. Lyons will talk of "Cemmerce." These gentlemen are all national characters, and each is a master of the topic assigned to him. There is no doubt that a great audience will turn out to hear them. BLOOD POISON CURED BY B. B. B. Bottle Free to Sufferers. Deep-seated, obstinate cases, the kind that have resisted doctors, hot springs and patent medicine treatment, quickly yield to B. B. B. (Botanic Blood Balm) thoroughly tested for 30 years. 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Manager. GASKINS & GAINES. Academy Restaurant [Just around the corner] 320 8th Street, N. W. Opposite Kanns'. All leading brands of wine, liquors and cigars, imported and domestic. Ladies and Gentlemen's Cafe Upstairs. W. M. DRURY'S 1100 20th St., corner L. N. W. Washington, D. C. AM ERICAN PLAN EUROPEAN PLAN $2.50 to $4.00 per day $1.00 per day & upward Metropolitan Hotel Pennsylvania ve. bet. 6 & 7 Sts. WALTER BURTON, Manager. Washington, D.C. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS 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. MOORE & PRIOLEAU - Sparta Buffet and Cafe - 1216 Pa. Ave. Washington, D.C Fine wines, liquors and cigars Hot Free Lunch Every Day Ladies will receive special attention in Dining Room upstairs. HOSEL DOUGLASS. 220 B 30. A D 235 PA. AVE. N. W EUROPEAN PLAN. First-class in every particular. MRS. DOLLY A. C. JONES, Proprietress. Washington, D. C. Robert H. Key FINE WINES, LIQUORS, CIGARS, ETC. Ladies' Dining Room. Meals at all Hours 443 First Street Southwest. Gray & Costley Wines, Liquors and Cigars Ladies and Gentlemen's Dining Room upstairs. The best of service guaranteed. 1313 E Street N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C. SOUTHERN HOTEL, Good board, steam heat and electric bells, Home comfort, moderate prices. 311 Pa. Ave., nw. Washington, D. C. Fine wines, liquors, cigars and tobacco. Jack M Ryan, Proprietor The Woodson House First-class, newly furnished and decorated, unsurpassed cuisine, convenient to all cars. One half square from Pennsylvania Depot. HENRY WOODSON, PROPRIETOR. THE EL CANEY CAFE 415 K Street N, W. A strictly first-class Cafe. Meals served at all hours on the American and European plan. Lunches, ice Cream and Soft Drinks a specialty. Furnished rogans with or without board at reasonable rates. Edwards & Williamson, Props. Late members of the 24th U. S. Infantry -THE-1 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. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS Karl Xander Fine Wines and Liquors Importer, Rectifier and Wholesale Agent for Southern Bouquet Whiskey. 530-32 Seventh Street Northwest Washington, D. C. D. T. GIBBODS. 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 Fritz Reuter's HOTEL : AND : RESTAURANT 451, 453, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 202, 208 & 210 41 St. N. W Washington, D. C. The McKinley Hotel Smoking and Reading Rooms; also home for strangers. Meals served at all hours. Menu a la Carte at popular prices. Call and be convinced. Joshua N. Anderson. I. J. Edwards. Props. CHR. XANDER 909 Seventh Street N. W. His Sweet Norton, a deep tinted red wine, his own pressing, allows double dilution in the drinking glass and remains as vinous and sweet, as the best sweet Catawba unwatered. Both he sells at $1 gallon. 50c the half gallon. Chr. Xander's Rye Whiskies at 75c, 65c, 60c and 50e the full quart, are free from fusel poison of some age, kept in heated storage, and compare advantageously with any whiskies at their price. Equally so his Brandies, Gins and Rum are pure and well developed, and the moderat use of them ever cause a hendache. He has an array of ever so many standards of Wines and Whiskies stored in his cellars and warehouse. Remember the Number 909, Nobranch houses THE MOST WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Ever Made for the Hair. THE MASTER BEEF MARROW HAIR POMADE A PERFECT HAIR DRESSING TANZANIA Nothing equal to it. Positively the very best preparation on the market for straightening, in vigorating and beautifying the hair. You will find after using it a short time that it excels anything you ever tried. Absolutely free from chemicals; so pure and harmless that it can be used every day with perfect satisfaction. It renders the hair soft, pliable and beautiful. It prevents the hair from breaking off and falling out. It nourishes the roots and makes the hair grow, often starting a new growth and restoring the hair to its natural color. Full directions with each bottle. Price 25 and 50 cents. If your druggist does not keep it three-fifth bottles will be sent prepaid on receipt of $1. Send money by postoffice money order or registered letter. Write your name and address plainly. Big money to agents. Write for particulars. MANUFACTURED ONLY BY MICHAELS MALL POMADECO, 171 Aberdeen St., Chicago. --- The COLORED American A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER LIBRARY OF CONGRESS RECEIVED MAY 5 1900 PERIODICAL DIV. VOL. 8 NO. 5. IN PROSPEROUS CONDITION. IN PROSPEROUS CONDITION. The Annual Examination of the Affairs of the National Benefit Association Points to New Opportunities for Young People. The Social Side. The annual meeting of the National Benefit Association which convened in this city a few days ago has awakened widespread interest among the members over the country; the large number of promising inquiries lead one to believe that this will be a recordbreaking year. The business sessions were held daily at the Capital Savings Bank Building, 609 F street, which is the Home Office and depository of the Association. A public meeting was held at Shiloh Baptist church on Thursday night at which time the public was well informed as to the workings and progress of the Association. At the business session, devotional exercises were conducted by the Vice president, Rev. J. Anderson Taylor, prayer by the Treasurer, Dr. A. J Gwathney. The President, Dr. William K. Scott presided, and stated among other things in his opening remarks that "representatives are present from fifteen Assemblies including New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. We have passed the first milestone and the reports of the Secretary and Treasurer will show that we have closed a successful year; and the National Benefit Association is indelibly written upon the pages of history." The first day's session was chiefly devoted to routine work. There was one notable exception however, which is of interest to the public. Numerous requests were received from different sections of the country to add a secret department to the beneficiary department of the Association. The advisability of such a department was considered at length and left to the discretion of the Directors. A glance at the Secretary and Treasurer's reports disclose the fact that this organization has paid out more than $2,500 in benefits and running expenses the first year. A total of $6,000 worth of businesses has been transacted. The Association has sustained itself; and after meeting all demands has to its credit in bank $747.71 and not one dollar of the stockholders' money has been touched; thus it will be seen that a tight grip has been kept on the Association's purse strings. On February 1, 1899 only five members were on roll, at present there are 1,327. WASHINGTON, D.C., SATURDAY, MAY 5, 1900. J. B. The report of S. W. Rutherford, Bus. iness Manager, shows that one year ago only three regular employees were on roll, now there are twenty-six, besides there are more than thirty special canvassers who give a good portion of their time. The following officers were re elected for the ensuing year: William K. Scott, M. D., President; Rev. J. Anderson Taylor, Vice president; Samuel Rutherford, Secretary and General Manager; Susie P. Robb, Assistant Secretary; Andrew J. Gwathney, D. D. S., Treasurer; Robert W. Brown, M. D., Medical Director; Lewis Biggers, General Northern Agent; John H. Braxton, General Southern Agent. Board of Director: Miles B. Jones, Richmond, Va.; H. Howard Blanks, Brooklyn, N. Y.; William B. Monroe, Roselie, N. J.; Lewis Biggers, Newark, N. J.; Robert W. Brown, Washington, D. C; Andrew J. Gwathney, Washington, D. C.; Susie P. Robb, Washington, D. C.; William K. Scott, Anacostia, D. C.; J. Anderson Taylor, Washington, D. C. (Continued on fifth page.) The Waiter's Brotherhood. The Walter's Brotherhood of the District of Columbia is a new, but one of the strong young organization of this city. Its purpose, as its name indicates, is to bring together and harmonize the large number of men engaged in hotel work. Its officers are President, Mr. C. T. Moore of the Senate Restaurant; Vice President Mr. George Hill of the Chevy Chase club; Secretary, Mr. Earnest Platt of Cairo Flats, Assistant Secretary; Mr. William Swann, caterer, Treasurer, Mr. William Queen. The Brotherhood holds weekly meetings in the third floor parlors at Gaskins and Gaines, 320 8th street, northwest, every Wednesday evening. Owing to the occupation of the members the meeting is called at 9:30 when a large number are always in attendance, and lively discussions are always in order and the members usually wind up with a menu of some kind. The membership is composed largely of young men who are engaged in the hotel profession and visitors who have had the pleasure of attending these meetings find it a pleasant place for rest and recreation. PRICE FIVE CENTS EDITOR J. W. SMITH, D. D. A Prominent Candidate for Bishop in the A. M. E. Zion Church. A Gracetul but Fearless and Courageous Writer-His Career. Wetake pleasure in presenting to the readers of The Colored American the picture and sketch of that fiery religious writer and editor of the Star of Zion, the official organ of the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church, published at Charlotte, N. C. Rev. John Wesley Smith, D. D. He is one of the most talked of men today in religious circles because he is one of the leading—if not the leading—candidate pushed by a host of friends for the bishopric in his great denomination. It is a debatable question as to which is the strongest—he or Dr. John W. Alstork, of Montgomery, Alabama—and since it is a foregone conclusion that the General Conference of the A. M. E. Zion Church now in session in this city will elect more bishops, the index fingers seem to point with certainty to the election of these two able divines. Dr. J. W. Smith is very popular in and out of his denomination because he has those qualities that win. He is kind, genial, good-natured, unassuming and full of wit. He is so pleasant, smiling and joky when one meets him that it is hard to believe he is the same J. W. Smith who writes such thoughtful, witty, sarcastic, caustic, clear-cut editorials which appear weekly in the Star of Zion. It is only when he is in a controversy and aroused that he steps behind a hot pen and makes the tiger turn tail and run for its life. He has the courage of his convictions, and when he feels that a thing should be said, he says it. In a newspaper controversy he is certainly at home. He never seeks one and he never runs away from one. He came into national prominence in 1892 when he made a startling and unanswerable onslaught upon "The Basis, Terms and Proffer of Organic Union" framed in the Metropolitan A. M. E. church in this city by the joint council of Bishops of the A. M. E. and A. M. E. Zion denomination. His attacks caused him to be shelled by some of the Bishops, leading divines and the chief organs of these two powerful Churches, but he bravely stood his ground, storming all who entered the arena of controversy, placing them hors de combat, until the question was either killed or side-tracked for years to (Continued on twelfth page.) The Hero of Four Wars, and the People's Choice for a Place on The National Republican Ticket. A Patriot and a Champion of The People. That the year 1900 will be a history maker of the most significant character, no one, who studies the signs of the times, will doubt. Each return of the presidential year, no matter what the issue, never fails to stir to their depths, the patriotic impulses of the American body politic. We are upon the eve of perhaps, the most decisive political battle, that this nation has seen since revolutionary times, and a second formative era confronts us. The grand old organi J. GEN'L NELSON A. MILES. zation that held intact, the creation of Washington, Jefferson and Franklin is again drafted for a divine mission. Having mastered to the satisfaction of the country, the vexed problems of national unity, of tariffs and monetary standards, the republican party will be called upon in this campaign to adjust, on intelligent and equitable lines, a set of newer perplexities, growing out of the enlargement of our territorial borders, and the proper government of many souls, alien to us in customs and language. The selection of a leader to carry the banner of expansion, wider markets, healthful combination of capital, an honest dollar and continued prosperity, will not be a difficult task. The Philadelphia convention, sitting in wisdom and judgment, will again place at the helm that patriot of patriots, and whole souled Christian gentleman, Maj. William McKinley. But what of the Vice Presidency? Be it said to the credit of our country's best thinkers, that the ancient notion that the second position of honor under the government, was of no consequence has practically ceased to obtain. There are duties and responsibilities attached to the office of Vice-President that require a delicacy of treatment, experience, an impressive personality and strong intellectual equipment. He wields an influence upon the legislation and diplomacy of the country not generally understood. Standing but one remove from the chief magistracy, to which he may be called by the ever present possibility of death, it is essential that the Vice-President be a man of commanding attainments, and possess every quality desirable in a President. No less care therefore should be exercised by a convention in selecting a "running-mate" than in the choice of the head of the ticket. Now that the field is being canvassed for suitable material to supplement the leadership of Mr. McKinley, and to inject into the contest that fervor and enthusiasm that have seemed necessary ingredients in the successful campaigns of the republican party, we take the opportunity to place in nomination the most picturesque and striking figure THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. that the situation offers, the hero of four wars—Major-General Nelson A. Miles. GEN'L NELSON A. MILES. Why not General Miles for Vice-President of the United States? In the prime of a vigorous manhood, dashing and brilliant as a chevalier in the period of knight-eriantry, of ripened experience from long and intimate contact with public affairs and possessing a firmness and dignity developed from a life's span in command of armies and large enterprises, he combines more of the attributes that make for availability as a candidate for this exalted station than any one yet suggested. His strength is confined to no particular section. He is a national character in every sense of that much-abused term. His personal popularity would sweep the country from ocean to ocean and from the lakes to the gulf like unto a prairie fire. Local pride in his achievements would swing the electoral vote of the East into line. His thoroughly American campain in Porto Rico and Cuba render him a warm favorite in the South. His valiant service in the Civil War gives him an irresistible sway in the North and with the Grand Army of the Republic. His unexampled success as an Indian fighter and builder-up of waste places will rally around him a solid West. He is the one giant who could carry Nebraska against Bryan and populism. His liberal views on the rights of individuals will attract the support of the Germans, while the slight tincture of Celtic blood in his veins derived from a noble ancestry, will cause the Irish element to stand for him as one man. The Negroes admire Gen. Miles for his intolerance of race prejudices or discriminations while in command of the regulars in the West and accredit to him many of the comforts which they enjoyed during the Spanish-American War for it is known that he more than once exercised his prestige as ranking general to render credit to the brave boys of the 9th and 10th cavalry and 24th and 25th infantry, in whom he had always taken great pride. When the exploits of San Juan Hill are recalled, our "boys" modestly ascribe a liberal meed of their achievement to the training, discipline and encouragement as instilled by their favorite, General Miles. NOT A TIN SOLDIER. General Miles is no "tin soldier." No "pop-gun" diversions have found a place in his career to be used as a lever to lift political favors. He has won his spurs by merit and hard work. He invariably rides at the head of his column, and so daring has been some of his charges in seemingly hopeless engagements that he was at one time said to bear a "charmed life," and his adventures have formed the basis of numbers of romantic stories that have captivated the fancy of the younger generation, now arriving at voting age. Miles' state? It is "all America." As the eloquent Conkling said of the immortal Grant at the Chicago convention in 1880: "If you ask me where he hails from, My sole reply shall be. He hails from Appomattox, And her famous apple-tree!" If it be charged that General Miles would conduct a "spectacular" campaign if nominated, we offer no objection, for that would mean an aggressive spirited battle all along the line, and the republicans would win by a ringing appeal, not only to the logic of the nation, but to the fire and dramatic instinct that is a part and parcel of the make-up of every well-regulated and clean-hearted human being. We love dignity, tempered with dash, and the catchy alliteration. What a sonorous campaign cry 'McKinley and Miles' would make! What an inspiring combination of statesmanship and patriotic splendor with which to wake the echoes! The intellectuality which directed our great war for humanity, marching hand in hand with the master of arms who directed the forces in the field! Countrymen, this is a ticket that is bound to win. It has body and soul, blood and iron. McKinley and Miles is the ideal ticket for 1900, and if nominated, victory is ours. What is the matter with McKinley and Miles, gentlemen of the press? HAS IT EVER OCCURED TO YOU That credit is to a man what virtue is to a woman. That the Douglass Manly episode is now a closed incident. That the Negro gets better race journals than he pays for. That the liquor evil is not the least of the black man's burdens. That politics is a matter of business and essentially a local question. That to be too easily satisfied is to invite imposition or small returns. That the finish of the disgraceful emancipation day parade is in sight That shabby clothing and a chronic tale of woe never helps a man to negotiate a loan. That a leader is pretty generally as good as his followers; otherwise he would have no following. That a woman who makes it possible for men to fight about her, is sel dom worth having at any price. That many average business enterprises can be made brilliant successes by simply putting brains in them. That an individual seldom gets out of politics "until he is politely, but firmly shown the door marked' exit." That the very worst kind of a liar is he who tells a bare falsehood with no notion of serving an utilitarian purpose. That the Negro will never be prosperous who spends 15 cents for whiskey for every 5 cents he spends for bread. That individual efforts, honestly made and intelligently directed is the only lever by which a race may be elevated. That the surest way to get yourself invited to a dinner or to take a drink is have it well known that you don't need either. That in case Prof. Richards insist upon retiring from Bethel's presidency, wouldn't Prof. Kelly Miller be his logical successor. That Miss Lulu A. Hamer our premier contralto is a drawing card whose services church entertainments would do well to secure. That would be public men, gifted with an over-plus of gab will do well to be warned by the sad fate of one Commissioner John B. Wight. That to be shifty on your feet and to possess quick recuperative powers are attributes of priceless value to individuals whether they have pugilistic ambitions or not. That the average house holder is now ingoring up how much he is to gain act by his impending escape from the grasp of the coal dealer into the inviting arms of the ice man. That "Sis Hopkins" gave evidence of having a head as long a Socrates when she uttered that bit of sublime, but modern philosophy: "They aint no sense in doin's nothin' for nobody who won't do nothin' for you." That our matrimonially inclined young ladies invariably welcome the establishment of new bureaus and the enlargement of old ones, which bring to town a batch of eligible young men who are in receipt of good salaries. The Student says that the class orators and oratorical contestants of Tuskegee Institute will soon be known. The commencement speakers will be chosen as soon Principal Washington reaches Tuskegee. Thirty years ago March 31, the first Negro cast a vote in America, says an exchange. The National Colored Teachers Bureau OF 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. NO SCHOOL—NO PAY 6 per cent of the first year's salary will be charged those for whom positions are secureded, payable Dec. 1, 1900. The Demand exceed the Supply for suitable teachers during the past year, hence our liberal inducements. Send for registration blank briefly stating your full qualifications and enclose ten two cent stamps for postage. James G. Clayton, M. D. 459 C St. N. W. Secretary. WONDERFUL DISCOVERY Curly Hair Made Straight By TAKEN FROM LIFE This wonderful hair pomade is the only safe preparation in the world that makes kinky hair straight as shown above. It nourishes the scalp, prevents the hair from falling out and makes it grow. Sold over 40 years and used by thousands. Warranted harmless. Testimonials free on request. It was the first preparation ever sold for straightening kinky hair. Beware of imitations. Get the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow, as the genuine never fails to keep the hair pliable and beautiful. A toilet necessity for ladies and gentlemen. Elegantly perfumed. The great advantage of this wonderful pomade is that by use you can straighten your own hair at home. Owing to its superior and lasting quality it is the most economical. It is not possible for anybody to produce a pre-made equivalent of it. Full directions with bottle. On sale for 50 cents. Sold by dealers or send us $1.40 Postal or Express Money Order for 3 bottles, express paid. Write your name and address plainly to OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., 76 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Ill. --- AMONG BOOKMAKERS AND PARAGRAPAHERS. v cS UE SS SS een ee ae ee bo: Ilis large opvortunities as as- sistant ibrarian ese have pat him in possession of a vast fund of xncwledge of authorship, both white and colored, of the books that have im- pressed (he world, He has been searoh- ing out and catalogueing the biblogra- ply of the Nogro fer the Paris Exposi- tion, and so interesting has the work become that he has decided to attempt 4 more ambitious line of investigation, reyiew and comparison. It 1s Mr. Murray’s purpose to collect exact data concerning the eminent men and wo- men of the race, and arranging each in order under a special classification, grouping the events of the period and the men and women of the race who took part ia the history of the time. In addition to this, Mr. Murray has, with wonderful skill and ability, made an analogy between the white men and women of like conditions and times, producing effects heretofore entirly left out of similar works by Negro authors. Mr. Murray has a polished and lucid literary style and the book promires to be of especial value to students and writers, as well as form- ing a valuable addition to the home library. We are pleased to know that our es- teemed friend, Col. A. N. Johnson, o| Mobile, Ala., will be able to pick all the lead out of his anatomy before time to start for Philadelphia. The Oxford, (Miss.,) Eaterprise sapi- ently observes: ‘‘'he Negro newspaper at this time and age of modern predisa. position is looked upon as a mighty weapon, but the weak point in Negro journalism is (he preponderance of the petty maiter over the moie momentous questions of the day.” Isaac L. Ware, the Negro author of “By the P. pe’s Commaud,”’ is a writer ofsome note. In his works upon the above subject oe regards the future condition of ..e American goverament a8 much uusetted. Mr Ware thinks the much talked of race problem will reach un adjustment of human events. Rev. wW.J. White, editor and pub lisher of the Georgia Bapuist, one of the oldest colored Bap: isi papers in the country, had the sad -misfortune to have his office damaged by a firea few days sine. ‘The accumulation of twenty years of earnest endeavor went ap in the flames. He has the heartfelt sym- patby of a host of friends, and will al- so receive aid of a more eubstantial kind st their hands, Literary Daarriages ara by 20 means the rule, and that the foremost writer of his race should be rivalled in the telling of short stories by his wife, Makes the appearance of Mrs. Pani Lawrenee (Alice Rath Moore) 10 the eld of literature a matter wortby of nole. Mrs, Dunbar has written a vol Ume of short stories, ‘fhe Goodness of St. Kocqua,” which is mesting a favor- &be reception froma the book-buying world. ‘The scenes are leid in the New Oreansof George W. Cable, and much ofthe charm of deserip:ion which be- Jongs to the nevelist of the Creole, nas been caught by the writer, Lane’s ChapelDedicated. the dedication of Lane’s chapel, 14th &-d OC streets, northeast, Isst Sunday Was an impressive affair. Bishop R. 8 Williams condueted the ceremonies: Tie chureh is a handsome and subsian: ‘isl brick structure, and Rev. J. R. White deserves great credit for the Managerie’ capacity indicated by its oun under his personal supere- ision, THE COLORED AMERIOAN, WASHINGTON, D. 0. How Pocr Folks Can Buy Land. Whenever th: ve are teu Negro fami- lies that do not owa lend, the can very easily got ten scres each by following this p.m. Let us say there was 100 acres cf lead in cultivation for sale at $20 per acre. Suppose it was improved and the part with the houee, baras, etc., cost $40 per acre. The other nimety acres would then cost $1600. Dividing this by nine .we would have adebt of $178 against oack man, Now itaman on good land wouid plant his ten acres in cotton, unless the season wes very bad he would make four bales, By paying $28 cash he could give one half of what he madeon the ten acres fer two years and thus pay for it. Don’t build on it until its paid for. This Plan is worth trying. When you buy the land however, be suze to separate the notes. Don’t make yourself liable for the other fellow’s part. That’s foolishness. Have your deed for your ten acres and the notes drawn up against you for your part only.—Help- ing Hand, Oakland, Tex. Something About Cement. We are in receipt of a letter from Mr. Mejor, the famous cement man, of New York, in which ne sets forth some very interesting facts avout Major’s Cement. _ The multitudes who use this stand. ard artiele know that it is many bun- dred per cent. better than other cements, for which similar claings are made, but a great many do not know why. ‘he simple ‘reason is that Mr. Major uses the best materiais ever dis covered and cther manufacturers @o mot use them, because they are tou expensive and do not aljow large prof its. Mr. Mejor tells us that one of the elements of his cement costs $375 a pound, and another costs $2.65 a gallon, while a large share of the so-cailea cements and liquid gine upon the market are nothing more than sixteen cent glue, dissolved in water or citric acid, and, in some cases altered slightly in color and «dor by the addition of cheap and ueeless materials. Major's cement retails at fifteen cents and tweuty-five cents a bottle, and when a dealer tries to sell a eubstitute you can depend upon it that his only object is to make larger prc fit. ‘The profit on Major’s cement is as much as any dealer ought to make ou any cement, And this 1s doubly true in view of the fact that each dealer gets bis share of the benefit of Mr. Major’s advertising, which now seamounts to over $5000 & month throughout the country. Insist on having Major’s. Don’t ae cept avy offhand advice from a drug gist. Always have a supply of Msjor’s Cements on hand, If you are st all handy (and you wil be likely te ficd that you area good deal more so. an you imagine) you can epair your rubber beots and family shees, and aoy other rubber and leather aiticles, with Majors Rubber Cemeni and Major’s Leather Cement. And you will be surprised at how many do'lars a year you will thus save If your druggist can’t supply you. it will be forwarded by maii; either kind. teas Sa To the good thinkivg peopleof Wash ington, if you are thinking ef given a party don’t forget to consult the Delz Koonce. « = CANDY CATHARTIC , : Te AT THE TOP! ; | £°A.H. COOPER, ; eS . ° J an 9 ie MERCHANT TAILOR 3 oe | BECAUSE: . y =. i His fits are perfect. { ein And Quality Unsurpassed. é; iS His workmanship is unexcelled. Bad A line of goods of immense variety. : ps4 ....Clerical Work a Specialty. Correspondence Solicited. °.. ; : =e 493 Mo. Ave. cor. 6th St. | = "OPPOSITE PENN. STATION. Washington, D. G. | Si ia ti iat tak ti tt ete tte te tlle i rt ie ea ee! H. V. CASHIN, WM. T. ANDEK&ON, ARTHUR M, BROWN Ree’r U. 8, Land Office. Chaplain 10 Calvary. Aset. Surgeon It Cavalry, H. V. 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McNiele, Short and Harley; while Messrs. Gaskins, Holmes and Morton of the High School, supported the negative. Much enthusiasm was manifested by the partisans of both sides; and long before the exercises began the crowded chapel was bright with waving colors and echoed the cheers of lusty rooters. After the invocation had been said by Rev. W. V Tunnell of King Hall, who also presided during the evening, and two verses of "America" had been sung by the audience Mr. W. C. McNiel, Jr. opened the debate for Howard. Mr. Benjamin Gaskins followed with a strong and able argument for the negative side of the question. Mr. J. T. Fox then sang a solo, and the debate was resumed by Mr. Edward Short who made a good talk. Mr. S. G. Holmes for the negative followed with an excellent speech which was well received by the audience. A beautiful solo by Miss Georgia Smith relieved the high tension of the audience's feeling. Mr. Harley in an able address closed the argument for the affirmative and Mr. Ferdinand Morton in a very forceful speech for the negative. After a solo by Prof. William J. Stephens, the decision of the judges, Hons. Judson Lyons, H. P. Cheatham and Archibald Grimke, was announced by Mr. Grimke that the negative had won. The decision was received with vociferous applause and the successful debates were carried from the chapel on the shoulders of their friends. The superior delivery as well as the masterly manner in which they handled their subject was what decided the day in favor of the High School debaters. Bob Cole in the South. Mr. Bob Cole of Cole & Johnson in "A Trip to Coontown" after finishing a most successful session ending up in Boston, will spend a few months South visiting the schools and incidently recuperating. While South he will spend a few weeks in Florida as the guest of Mr. T. W. and Rosamond Johnson, talented writers and musicians. Mr.Cole has in preparation a new drama, the music and ideas of which will be based on life among the lowly in the South. He hopes to complete the drama in time to put it on the read this fall. Mr. Cole although a young man is one of the leading comedians of the country regardless of race and has an international reputation. Unlike so many young men who take the thespian art as a profession, he keeps at his desk and is a close student, so that the many productions that appear in the name of Cole and Johnson are the result of his steady habits and the burning of midnight oil. Rev. Eli Wilson, of Barkersville, N. C., is quite sick and has been for some time, but is now slowly improving at this writing. Rev. Wilson has done great good among the Baptist churches in that state, and has been pastor of the Missionary church at Bakersville for the last sixteen years in succession. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. National Soldiers' Home. Hampton, Va., Special—Having just arrived at the Home April twenty second and after taking observations for a week I thought that I would send you a report of the way that the veterans enjoy themselves. We have about four hundred colored soldiers and sailors here from all parts of the country. Hon. Gov. Woodpin tires his brain constantly to have some kind of amusement in the Home for the soldiers benefit. Performances twice a week in the theatre, lectures by the most prominent orators of the day, open air concerts by the Home band. We have among us the following citizens of the District sojourning here: Robert Dorsey, George Brown, Charles Anderson, Charles Brown, Robert Brisoe, Jerry Robinson, Archer Baltimore, William Douglass, Jackson Tippin, William Crawford, William Davis, Israel Felton, George Rushton, Peter Bell, William Davis. OBITUARY. A well known estimable citizen, Mrs. Louise Frazier nee King, departed this life on Wednesday, April 4th, 1900, at her residence No 2113 11th street, n. w. at 5 o'clock a. m.. Mrs. Frazier was born in Charles County, Maryland, A. D. 1822. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John King and after she became to the age of twenty years she married Mr. George Gibbons in 1842; there was born to them seventeen children. They lived happily together for twenty two years. Her husband departed this life in 1863. She remained a widow one year and then married Mr. Frederick Frazier. She became the mother of six children. In the year 1864 she was in employed as a cook for the United States Volunteer soldiers durin the Civil War, for which she received a pension until her demise. She was a devout Catholic from her infancy and tried to raise her children under such functions. When she removed to Washington, D. C., in the year 1860 she connected herself to the Saint Mary's parish and after the erection of Saint Augustine's church 15th street between L and M n. w. She joined the above named church and held her membership until her death on the above date and had the unction of the church performed upon her by Father Dougherty, assisted by Fathers Bishop and Griffith for the repose of her soul. The body was encased in a light oak metallic casket which bore a plate with the inscription "Best in Peace." Her remains were placed in the receiving vault of Mount Olivet cemetery and deposited in the family lot in the above cemetery on Saturday, April 21, 1900. She leaves to mourn for her, one brother, Mr. Robert Thomas King, La Plata, Md., and three children, namely, Mr. William H. P. Gibbons, Mrs. Katie Gibbons Seabrook nee King and Miss Martha Frazier, all in the District of Columbia, and other relatives too numerous to mention. We, as the children of the above named deceased, cordially extend our heartfelt thanks to our many friends for their high appreciation during our hours of affliction, extending their sympathy toward us, affliction caused by the demise of our beloved mother. PROF. JOHN W. M. STEWART. Much interest is being shown by the Alumni of the colored High School in the meeting to be held at the Lincoln Memorial church, 11th and R streets, n. w., rest Friday, 11th inst., to effect an organization. Officers, etc., will be elected, and the Association in other respects put on a firm basis. A large and enthusiastic attendance is expected. All alumni are invited. LOUVRE ZOOI GLOVE CO. BEGINNING Saturday morning we shall offer for one of LADIES' FINE FRENCH KID GLOVES in all shades of gray—with gessets between fingers—fitted and warranted—DUCED FROM $1.50 TO 98C A PAIR (Only One Pair to a Customer.) Silk and Lisle Thread Gloves, in 2-clasp, 4 b Jersey tops, — 25C up. cleaned by our New French Odorless Process. tion Guaranteed. Mail orders a Specialty. E GLOVE GO., New Store 931 F Street. Store open Saturdays till 9 p. m. EDIT Get a Carriage For the B BEGINNING Saturday morning a line of LADIES' FINE —in all shades of gray fingers—fitted and warra REDUCED FROM $1 (Only One Pair) Full line of Silk and Lisle Threads Jersey tops, Gloves Cleaned by our New Fre tion Guaranteed. LOUVRE GLOVE GO Store open Satu CREDIT Get Gloves Cleaned by our New French Odorless Process. Satisfaction Guaranteed. Mail orders a Specialty. LOUVRE GLOVE GO., New Store 931 F Street. Store open Saturdays till 9 p. m. If you haven't a Carriage or Go-Cart, you can get one here—and we won't add a penny to the price just because you prefer paying for it as you can spare the money—weekly or monthly. All the new spring styles are here; beauties at $10 and $12. Others for less—and more. The mattings are ready, too, and it is well to bear in mind that we cut them, fit them to your floor, and tack them down, FREE. There is no waste; you pay only for the actual number of yards received. Groga Grogan's MAM CREDIT 817-819-821-823 Seventh Street N W. Between H and I Streets. --- ```markdown ``` Hoffman's Big Festival. Victor Herbert, the celebrated composer, requires of the managers of the different companies producing his comic operas to have an orchestra of no less than 25 musicians; were he in Washington on the evening of June 8th next he would have no cause to complain. Hoffman's second annual Musical Festival at the Academy of Music will be the musical event of the season. Not another city in America can you get a line on the capabilities of the race in both vocal and instrumental renditions at one evenings festival. Those of you who have read considerable of the Boer-English war should hear Hoffman's band of 40 pieces render "The Patrol of the Boers" which includes the national hymn of the Boers. Mr. William H. Hunt, secretary to Judge M. W. Gibbs, United States Consul to Madagascar has been appointed vice consul. Mr. Hunt is a graduate of Girtop Academy, Mass., and studied some time at Williams' college. He has also had considerable experience in business affairs. --- AFTER-EASTER "SALE" of Gloves. Daily morning we shall offer for sale FINE FRENCH KID GLOVES in gray — with gessets between the warranted — RM $1.50 TO 98C A PAIR. (The Pair to a Customer.) Thread Gloves, in 2-clasp, 4 buttons, and stops, — 25C up. New French Odorless Process. Satisfac- d. Mail orders a Specialty. GO., New Store 931 F Street. On Saturdays till 9 p. m. Get a Carriage For the Baby. MAMMOTH CREDIT HOUSE, Hon. H. P. Cheatham, Recorder of Deeds, has gone to Raleigh, N, C., to attend the State Convention. The many friends of Miss Bessie E. Willis will be glad to learn that she has improved so much as to be out again. Mr. Jacob Settle made his first appearance as an orator Last Sunday evening at Lane's Chapel church. He made a fine speech The Allen League of Metropolitan A. M. E. church gave an enjoyable "at home" Monday evening, April 30, at the residence of Mrs. Sublett Anderson of Elm street. Rev. P. L. Cuyler, the energetic pastor of Galbraith A. M. E. Zien church, is now a D. D., that distinguished title having been recently conferred upon him by Livingstone College. A matinee party of six ladies, headed by Mrs. Jennie H. Douglass, saw Viola Allen at the National in "The Christian last week. After the play, the party enjoyed a dainty luncheon at a popular cafe. Boys if you want to get a run for your money just stop by the Delmo Keonce cafe. DELEGATE AT LARGE. Mr. George A. Myers a Two Time Winner as Alternate Delegate to Philadelphia. Columbus, Ohio, Special—The republican state convention closed its deliberations here Wednesday by selecting Hon. George A. Myers as alternate delegate at large to the national convention at Philadelphia. There were three colored candidates for the honor, viz. Hon. W. B. Stewart, of Youngse- H.C. HON. GEORGE A. MYERS. town, Ohio, backed by H. C. Smith; Rev. James Poindexter, of Columbus, backed by Walter S. Thomas, William Lynch and others; and Hon. George A. Myers, backed by Hon. William Clifford, R. W. Tyler, C. W. Reynolds, Charles R. Dell and Z. R. Jackson. Rev. Poindexter was brought out with the hope of dividing Myer's support, and thereby letting Stewart slip in. It was also believed that the bringing out of Rev. Poindexter would force Tyler to abandon Myers and go to Poindexter, the candidate from his own city. The scheme, however, did not work, as Tyler stood firm for Myers, and Clifford, Jackson and Dell stood like a stone wall for their favorite and the result was a victory for Myers. All kinds of combinations were attempted to sidetrack Myers, but he and his friends were too well versed in state politics, and so thwarted every move. It was the biggest victory that Myers and his friends ever won, and their opponents are simply dazed. Mr. Stewart did the handsome thing, after the convention by congratulating Mr. Myers on his success, he accepting his defeat good naturedly and with every evidence of acquiescence. Everybody is happy and harmonious now, save Harry Smith who refuses to be comforted. Hoffman's Musical Festival. Our annual Musical Festival can in time become as renowned as the annual Worcester, Mass., Festival. Judging from the sale of tickets now going on at the Musical Bureau 1130 15th st., n. w., last year's crowded house will be eclipsed. No advance in prices, reserved seats are 25, 35, 50 and 75 cents. It is a most encouraging sign that we are improving in music. The numbers on program for the Big Festival June 8 are not tiresome, but bright, sparkling and entertaining. Prof. J. B. Dudley, president of the Greensboro A. and M. College; one of the Southland's most progressive educators, will give give out "Some Reflections on the Race Problem." Tuesday evening before Bethel Literary and Historical Associatian. Mr. Frederick Williams, of Boston, a violinist of marked ability, makes his initial appearance before a Wsshington audience at the closing session of the closing session of the Second Baptist Lyceum, Sunday May 20th. He will also accompany the Assembly Chorus, and next season will be a member of the Lyceum's permanent orchestra. Tuesday evening's meeting of Bethel Literary and Historical Association was full of interesting features, the addresses of Hon. H. P. Cheatham and Prof. W. H. H. Hart being replete with sound advice and much important information. Mrs. J. E. Tyree and Miss Chanie Patterson sang a duet and Mrs. Fountaine contributed two catchy so prano solos. We shall speak at greater length of the program in our next. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Charlottesville (Va.) News Letter. Charlottesville, Va., Special—The celebration of the 8th anniversary of the pastorate of Rev. R. B. Hardy as pastor of the Mt. Zion Baptist church began Monday night and continues each night during the week. The several pastors of the city are on the program each night respectively to preach during the week. A first class musical entertainment was given at the First Baptist church Monday night under the management of Mr. R. Keiser for the benefit of the Young Men's Christian Association. Especially pleasing were the solos by Misses Mamie Coles and Bessie Ferrell and the renditions by the Silver Leaf Quintette, composed of the following young men: Howard Watson, John Tonsler, Lloyd Tonsler, Richard Chisholm and Walter Jackson. The Sunday men's meeting of the Y. M. C. A. was well attended and the subject of "Faith" was interestly discussed. Rev. P. C. Lewis, state missionary of the Baptist Home Mission Society and Prof. Wales Tyrell, principal of the Valley Institute Basic City, Va. were present and spoke interestingly and classically to the young men. Mr. Archie Hawkins of the C. and O. railway general ticket office at Richmond, Va. was in the city last week. The funeral of Mrs Sophia Twine, wife of the late John Twine, took place from the Mt. Zion Baptist Tuesday p. m. at 3 o'clock. She died in the 66th year of her age and leaves six children to mourn their less. Rev. R. B. Hardy, pastor, officiated. The funeral of Mr. Thornton Anderson took place from First Baptist church, Tuesday at 8:30 o'clock p. m. He was 68 years of age and leaves three sons and four daughters to mourn his loss. Mr. and Mrs. George Ragland of Washington D. C. were in the city this week, having come to bury the father of Mrs. Ragland. Mr. James H. Barnes went to Washington on business last week. Mr. Thomas J Faucett visited Washington and Baltimore last week. Mrs. George W. Lawson, who has been teaching at Greenwood, has closed her school and is at home again. Mr. John Williams of Ivy was in the "ty this week. Mr. R E. Wood and Ivy last week. Mr. D. A. Smith closed his school in the county and is in the city. MONTICELLO. LATE LOCALS Mrs. George H. White is still somewhat indisposed. Mrs. Ella B. Thompson, of Le Droit Park, continues ill. Mrs. Jennie Jefferson, of E street northwest, is on the mend. Our Mr. E. E. Cooper spent a few days in Richmond last week. Booker T. Washington was in the city last Sunday, en route to Tuskegee. Rev. E. W. Stratton, of Ashboro, N. C., is the guest of Dr. J, R. Wilder of B street southwest. Rev. H.G.Gussom started for Kaleigh N. C., Monday evening to attend the State Convention. Mrs. Lillian V. Green Bryant will resume her duties as pianist of the Second Baptist Lyceum tomorrow. Mr. Henry Y. Arnett, of the Recorder's office will attend the Methodist Conference at Columbus, Ohio. Miss Nannie E. Smith leaves next week for an extended visit to relatives at her old home in North Carolina. The Coachman's Ball Monday evening at Convention Hall was a magnificent affair, and a dazzling spectacle. Rev. A. B. Hamm, pastor of Mt. Alry Baptist church was ordained Thursday evening at Zion Baptist church. Messrs. Frederick Douglass and Henry Boone have resumed their duties in the Census Office, after a brief, but serious illness. Prof. Jesse Lawson will be pushed by powerful friends for a place on the to be Board of Education for the District of Columbia. The graduating exercises of the Freedmen's Hospital class of trained nurses will take place next Wednesday evening, at Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel. SUMMER RESORTS The Summer season is about here, and will be lots of money spent this summer classes at resorts. The Colored American announcements of all hotels, cottages and entertain summer visitors. Send us you to spend a few weeks away from home rates will be. Our price for printing these per month. Terms in advance. Send you to spend. The Colored American will be retisement. The Summer season is about here, and the good times are also here. There will be lots of money spent this summer by the intelligent and well to do classes at resorts. The Colored American with its usual enterprise solicits the announcements of all hotels, cottages and property holders who desire to entertain summer visitors. Send us your card and rates but to spend a few weeks away from home may know where rates will be. Our price for printing these cards for the season is $5 00 or $2 00 per month. Terms in advance. Send your cards and the amount you desire to spend. The Colored American will be sent free during the life of your advertisement. This Hotel is situated on an elevation cent view for tea miles At the base of vample opportunity to those fond of sailing This Hotel is situated on an elevation which furnishes one with a magnificent view for tea miles. At the base of which is a wide sheet of water giving ample opportunity to those fond of sailing or fishing. WOODLAWN TERRACE is on the Whitehorse Pike, seven miles from Camden. 25 trains stop at Lawnside daily. The service at the Hotel is stricly first class. The Bed Rooms are large and ally with all modern conveniences. The hotel is three stories high, 35 feet front and is surrounded with a beautiful lawn and wide gravel walks. For terms, address MRS. CHAS. SMITH, Snow Hill, N.J. is on the Whitehorse Pike, seven miles from Camden. 25 trains stop at Lawn side daily. The service at the Hotel is strietly first class. The Bed Rooms are large and airy with all modern conveniences. The hotel is three stories high, 35 feet front and is surrounded with a beautiful lawn and wide gravel walks. For terms, address MRS. CHAS. SMITH, Snow Hill, N.J. Will open Friday, June 1, 1900. IN PROSPEROUS CONDITION. (Continued from first page.) Samuel W. Rutherford, Washington, D. C.; Robert G. Gratton, Newark, N. J; H. M. Armistead, Washington, D. C.; John H. Braxton, Richmond, Va. A unanimous vote of thanks was extended to Drs. A J. Stillwell and J. A. Wormley, of New Jersey, Dr. Sarah E. Jones, of Richmond, Va., and the Medical Director and President at Washington for their gratuitous services to the Association for the first year. SOCIAL SIDE OF THE ASSOCIATION. A reception complimentary to the officers and visiting delegates was given by some of the leading Washington members under the direction of the Business Manager. Those participating were: Misses Lucy Lomax, Chairman; Jannie Haney, Martha E. Green, Mary B. Aylor, Hattie and Fannie Green and Ida S. Plummer; Mesdames Hattie E. Jones, Alice Foster, Agnes Morris, F. V. Campbell, Mary E. Jones, and Messrs. Foster, Miller and Conway besides numerous guests. The capacity of Mr. and Mrs. Burrill Wood's beautiful residence 2226 11th street, was thoroughly tested there being such a large number present. The spacious parlors were tastefully decorated with emblems and colors. An attractive business and literary programme was presented under the direction of the President, in which Rev. J. A. Taylor and others took part making spicy and instructive speeches. At twelve the caterer announced refreshments, and all proceeded to the dining rooms where large tables, handsomely decorated with flowers and lights, provided with bouillon, oysters, chicken salad, ices, cakes, bonbons, coffee, punch, fruits and candies. Refreshments served, the pleasant evening ended amid cordial handshaking by guests and officials each wishing the organization another year of success. It is one of the characteristics of ladies to surprise their friends and even themselves, this was done in the reception tendered. Mr. Biggers, of New Jersey, is one of the main spokes in the National Benefit Association wheel. His report was applauded to the echo by the officials. The Association is prepared to give employment to fifty more such worthy young men and women of the race. Second Baptist Lyceum will not want for attractions tomorrow after noon. The exercises will begin promptly at 3:30 o'clock. Mr. Samuel E. Lacy, will be the principal speaker. Other interesting features will be presented. Mr. R. W. Thompson passed a brilliant examination Monday for promotion in the Census Office, standing but four points behind the leader. His and the good times are also here. There mer by the intelligent and well to do man with its usual enterprise solicits the and property holder who desire to your card and rates be t ne nay know where go use cards for the season is $5 00 or $2 00 your cards and the amount you desire he sent free during the life of your adver- HOTEL WOODLAWN TERRACE Lawnside. N.J. on which furnishes one with a magnifi- tion which is a wide sheet of water giving ing or fishing. N TERRACE from Camden. 25 trains stop at Lawn- utriety first class. The Bed Rooms are ences. The hotel is three stories high, beautiful lawn and wide gravel walks. TH, Snow Hill, N.J. papers were especially commended by the examiner for their neatness and accuracy. J. W. GREEN, TONSORIALIST. 1401 Q STREET, N. W. 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Richards has administered the office of President—not that he has lacked support, encouragement and sympathy—but because the broad plan of work laid out was so thoroughly his, and its proper execution depended so completely upon his sagacity, energy and application, that the official board has been more than content to indorse his every suggestion and action and back him up at every turn with the fine force of their moral and financial strength. Thus compactness of organization, intellectual affinity, and a level headed executive have combined to assure Bethel's premiership among the Afro American literary associations of the country, and largely augment its power for good. The attendance has been excellent, no matter what the attraction or the character of the master, for the people have come to reserve Tuesday nights for Bethel running no risk of missing what they know will be a treat of the richest variety. As an educator on general lines Bethel occupies a place in this community not less highly honored than Howard University Prof. Richards cannot be too heartily commended for his signal services during the past two years, and all join in the hope that he will accept a re election to the presidency on the 8th of May. For the remainder of the season the following schedule is announced: April 4.—Topic- The Negro. (a) In Africa- Rev. Albert P. Miller, Some time Missionary to Africa. (b) In the West Indies-Mr. Walter B. Hayson. (c) In South America- Rev Alexander C. Garner. (d) His Probable Future in the United States. Five minute voluntary addresses. May 1.—Topic-Basis of Progress. 1. Agriculture- Prof. Wm. H. d. Hart. 2. Industry- Hon. Henry P. Cheatham. 3. Commerce- Hon. Judson W. Lyons. May 8.- Address. Prof. James B. Dudley, President Agricultural and Mechanical College, Greensboro, N. C. Election of Officers. May 15.—Topic—Lessons From the Life of Dr. J. C. Price. Hon. John C. Dancy. May 22.—Closing Address—Professor Booker T. Washington, Principal Tuskegee (Ala.) Normal and Industrial Institute. --- New Blood in the Oratorical Field. The recent flood of dinners has brought to the fore quite a number of new orators. Everybody knows the capabilities of the men who have been with us all these years, and upon them, comment is unnecessary. But the newer school deserve especial mention and praise. At the Cooper dinner Lient P. H. R. Olarke, captivated his hearers by a smooth and thoughtful delivery. At the Chase dinner, laurels were heaped upon Dr. C. C. Stewart's fine word-painting and W. E. Pollard's clean cut logic. At the Thompson dinner the surprises were J. C. Campbell, West Viginia; J. T. Haskins, of Virginia; E. R. Gather, of New Jersey,—all eloquent and impassioned speakers—while Mr. H. Y. Arnett put a man-sard roof on his already brilliant reputation as an orator of the classic school. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 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After that I prescribed it to a great se, I will say that in the course of Two or Three used "5 DROPS" and "5 Drop" Plasters they se were a few who had, for a number of years, tonic Rheumatism, who had piloted themselves he came to my office without Crutches and told Well. They give all the credit to "5 DROPS" ers and this is their testimony to the Swanson ay for their kindness and for the conscientious remedies among suffering humanity, which they agement. As I have seen the Curative Power of many instances, I can Truly recommend them able to deal with. un and Surgeon, Kearney, Neb., Aug. 29, 1899. fice known. Free from opiates and perfectly harm- t the first night. It is a positive cure for Rheuma- ache, Asthma, Hay Fever, Catarrh, Sleep- e Headache, Earache, Toothache, Heart aria, Creeping Numbness, etc., etc. PS" at least a trial, we will send a 25 e sample bottle bottle will convince you. Also, large bottles (300 ENTS WANTED in New Territory. WRITE US TO-DAY. 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Rid your mind of selfish motives, Let your thoughts be clean and high. You can make a little Eden Of the sphere you occupy. Do you wish the world were wiser? Well, suppose you make a start By accumulating wisdom In the scrap book of your heart. Do not waste one page on folly; Liva to learn, and learn to live. If you want to give men knowledge You must get it, 'ere you give. Do you wish the world were happy? Then remember day by day Just to scatter seeds of kindness As you pass along the way, For the pleasures of the many May be oftimes traced to one, As the hands that plant an acorn Shelters armies from the sun —ELLA WHEELER WILCOX WOMAN'S WORLD. Miss Rossie L. Taylor, is doing good service as city reporter of the Oxford (Miss.,) Enterprise. In 1870 there was not a colored lady bookkeeper to be found in this country. Today we have about 350. Miss Grace Hart, of Cincinnati, O., has given up school life for a position with the big dry goods firm of Miller Bros., on West Fourth street. A woman with ungainly feet had better give the rainy day skirt a wide berth. But many haven't sense enough to do so—hence, the unsympathetic men have a chance to give them the "ha-ha." "Some of our people fail to educate their daughters for the reason they think they will marry a farmer—a great mistake," notes the sprightly Oxford (Miss.,) Enterprise, and rises to the inquire "Why should the farmer want a fool for his wife?" Why indeed! Mrs. J. E. Givens, the wife of the President of the State Colored Normal School of Frankfort, Ky., is one of the most talented artists of the race. She has just completed a fine painting of Booker T. Washington for the Paris Exposition. It is an artistic gem, and will doubtless attract much attention. After a two months' trip in the East Mrs. Ida B. Wells Barnett, among other things, says: "In New York, Jersey City, New Haven and Boston I was struck anew with the readiness I had already observed in Northern newspapers and individuals to quote the Southern white man's argument, and become the white man's ally and co-adjutor in matters effecting the Negro." Our women have a great work before them to do all they can to beat back the stealthy march of this monster prejudice. Coming Elections Bethel Literary and Historical Association holds her annual election of officers Tuesday evening, May 8. Since it is rumored that Prof. Richards will not accept another term, the names of Prof. Kelly Miller, W. A. Joiner, E. H. Hunter and H. C. Tyson are mentioned in connection with the presidency. District Afro-American Council No. I will elect officers Monday evening, May 7, at the Conservatory of Music headquarters. Gov. P. B. S. Pinchback's health and private business will not permit him to serve further as president. W. C. Payne, C. L. Marshall, Rev. A. P. Miller, J. H. Hannon and others are mentioned as his successor. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Mr. Washington on the Census. Editor Colored American—Through your paper I wish to call the attention of our race as far as possible to the fact that the Census Bureau is planning to make a special effort during the taking of the census in June to find out the exact amount of property of every description that is owned by the Negro race. This means a great deal to us as a people and we will be very largely judged by the world by the result. It is of the utmost important that each individual member of the race in every part of the country begin at once to make a careful list of the amount and value of the property that he owns so as to be ready to give it at once to the census taker. It is also important that as far as possible ministers and teachers call the attention of the people to this matter as far in advance as may be thought best Yours truly, BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Reception to Ladies Auxiliary. Corinthian Club No. 2 of Corinthian Lodge No. 8857 G. U. O. of O. F., gave a reception to the ladies' auxiliary of said club on Saturday evening last from 6 30 to 11.30 p.m., at the residence of Mrs. James Edmonds, 1749 S street, n. w. Those present were: D. W. Estridge, president; M. L. Cheatham, toastmaster; C. H. Thompson, C. S. Greenwood, T. F. Turuer, A. W. Scott, H. Gaithers, Mrs. B. Cheatham, Miss L. V. Grant, Mrs. J. H. Brown, Miss A. D. Edgerton, Mrs. L Pollard, Mr. and Mrs. James Edmonds. CONFIDENCE A Perfect Pen at a Popular Price, and the Best Pen at any Price. Your choice of these $3.00 Laughlin Fountain Pens, FOR ONLY $1 TRY IT A WEEK. If not suited, we buy it back and offer you $1.10 for it. A profitable proposition any way you figure it. Don't miss this opportunity of a life-time to secure the best Pen made. Hard Rubber Reservoir Holder in four simple parts. 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We brew from sterilized water and choice hops and malt. We have one of the most skillful brewmasters in the county. Visit our plant and insist on us proving our assertions. We will be glad to show all. ARE KING. Sec'y and Treas. E. L. JORDAN. Pres and Gen'l Mgr. 'The Gem of the Antilles' Everybody who wishes to better their condition will find that Cuba offers the b st opportunities upon this hemisphere. If you have not less than ($400 four hundred dollars and interested, see for necessary blanks and enclose (30cts.) thirty cents in United States postage stamps, to R. M. R. Nelson 26 C Barraconne St., Santiago de Cuba, J E. Bruce, (Bruce Grit) 11 Congress Street Albany N. Y., or E. E. Cooper, The Colored American, Washington, D. C. Sugar offers an opportunity to make $5000 per annum, for eight years, after two years hard labor. 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. Lotton, Whitefield McKinlay, J 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 4:30pm. THE POLITICAL HOROSCOPE The Negro democrats out in Indiana are getting themselves together, and are claiming that, combined with the strong independent vote in and about Indianapolis, Evansville and Terre Haute, they can give the electoral vote of the state to Bryan—especially if the popular "Tom" Taggart is named for governor or is made chairman of the national committee. Manning at the Capital has The World to sow democratic doctrine. Dr. Benj. Hickman proselyting down in Montgomery county and Dr G. W. Buckner is keeping the trail hot along the line between Vigo and Vanderburg. The republicans have chosen Gurley Brewer as an alternate-delegate at large to Philadelphia as a soother, and are said to have told the leaders to drop Porto Rican and gold standard talk and hold up Ben Tillman and John T. Morgan's harangues as typical of democratic sentiment toward the Negro. The Propogandist Club, the leading sociopolitical organization in Indianapolis, is educating an array of young men along independent lines, under the leadership of Attorney R. B. Bagby. The American Protective League meets in July, after both parties have named their candidates, and it is said that the nature of its indorsement is problematical. The Afro-American Council follows in August, and though Bryan agents even be on hand, it is thought by conservative men that McKinley will be indorsed by a big majority. Altogether the situation promises that a heap of fun will come off in the Hoosier State between now and the "dog days." Boston has but one colored member of the Common Council, Mr. Armstead. Recorder Cheatham attended the republican state convention in North Carolina this week. Mr. Gilchrist Stewart, a Tuskegee graduate, who has been appointed to act as census official in the Hawaiian Islands, has departed for that place. George B. Vashon, a prominent St. Louis politician, concludes a recent letter on Imperialism, with an expression of faith in God and William Jennings Bryan. At the convention of the second district of North Carolina, held at Tarboro April 26, Congressman George H. White and H. E. Hagans were chosen to the Philadelphia convention.. Cincinnati Afro-Americans are complaining that the way the new republican administration is dealing out patronage indicates that it is better to be a middle-of-the-road white democrat than a loyal black republican. The Hon. Thomas Watson, of Georgia, who may be remembered as the tail of one of the Bryan tickets in 1896, has made an open confession that he is politically dead. This is true likewise of some Negro politicians in Washington and elsewhere, but they are either not aware of the fact, or what is more to the point, are not so refreshingly frank. The Kentueky republican state convention will be held May 17, at Louisville. Albert S. White, a prominent colored lawyer of the Falls City, is a candidate for delegate at large to the nation convention, and will probably C win. W. A. Gaines, of Covington, is also a candidate, but may be named as delegate from his own district. Both are heavy weights in Kentucky politics. Former Governor W. O. Bradley will be endorsed for vice-president. Senator T. T. Allain is one of the race's safest leaders, and justly wields a mighty influence all over the country. He has been assigned by the national republican committee to some very important work connected with the Philadelphia Convention. He will pull off his coat during the campaign and labor to hold the Negro vote in line with McKinley and prosperity. If Allain doesn't get one of the juiciest plums in the bunch, we shall be willing to admit that parties, like republics are deuced ungrateful. SPARKS FROM KENTUCKY A District Product Shies the Caster From the "Dark and Bloody Grounds." Louisville, Ky., Special!—Since Mr. Sheldon has shown us how Christ would edit a paper we would be much oblige if he would tell us in the next one of his holy issues how Christ would make delinquent subscribers pay their bills. I want to put a few married men on the anvil this week. I was very much disgusted the other day when I was informed that a man whom I have known for some time had decided to put a monument over the grave of his wife. You wonder what is in that to cause disgust. Well here it is. The Bible says that when we ask for bread our earthly parents will not give us a stone. That was not true in this case. Here was a woman robbed of love and affection in life, not a flower brought her to cheer her drouping spirit. She is dead. The husband called her an angel and said he was forever ruined, broken hearted. Tears flowed freely. As I thought on this righteous indignation seized me. She had asked for bread and he was about to give her a stone. Many bright dollars that would have made her happy was now invested in a coffin on which he dropped tears from overflowing eyes. When he left her at early evening and returned at the small hour of morning, seeking pleasure and faces not as familiar to him, little did he care how she spent the weary hours. Now that she is sleeping among the white mountains on the hillside he is about to chisel into marbel loves warm word on ice cold stone. This case has its parallel. Tnere are thousands of women robbed of love, robbed of much that would make them happy in this life. They peg out a misereble existence. While we live and move is the time we want to be loved and to know that one for whom we would give up all pleasures loves us. When we are dead we cannot see the tears of sorrow. We cannot read the love laden epitaphs nor smell the sweet odor of roses, lillies and forget-me-nots. The Ecumenical Conference which has just closed its session in New York was one of the greatest religious gatherings ever held on this continent. Men of thought from all over the world were present, among whom a number were colored. A great religious uplift is expected from this meeting. On visiting the Louisville High School one is surprised not to see a K CATARRH OF THE STOMACH. Rabbi David Klein, 526 E. Main street, Columbus, O., writes the following to Dr. Hartman in regard to Pe-ru-na: "It affords me great pleasure to testify to the curative merits of your medicine. Pe-ru-na is a well-tried and widely used remedy. Especially as a specific for catarrh of the stomach it cannot be excelled. Pe-ru-na will do all that is claimed for it." J. Rabbi David Klein. People afflicted with catarrh of the stomach complain of lassitude, all-tired-out feelings, their blood becomes thin, nervous system deranged, food seems to do them no good, continuous and increasing weakness. The unfortunate female instructor. It is too bad. The people will not long tolerate this state of affairs, unless they are indifferent to the best interests of the boys and girls who are making their way to this fountain of knowledge. In selecting men to address our graduating classes it is well to get men of good moral standing as well as high intellectual powers. Every man who can make a good speech isn't a model for our our young men and women. We stop listening to the speech, we look at the man. The Y. M. C. A of Louisville (colred) will inaugurate the lecture course next year. It is hoped that much good will come from this effort. Mr. Blue of Virginia is the secretary and is an intelligent, wide-awake, Christian gentleman. Dr. Abbott in a recent article tries to show that the American nation is not a decaying but a growing nation. To support his argument he gives a list of illustrious men all of whom have been sleeping "that sleep from which none ever wake to weep" for over twenty years, many fifty. As I think on this I wonder what the Negro is doing to keep alive the men who have died at their posts of honor. It is true that we too soon forget our great men. Orators and scholars refer to them in their speeches and laud them to highest heaven, but have we anything tangible that generations yet unborn will look up and catch inspiration as they read and see what has been done. In the chamber dedicated to the great men of earth should stand the form of the scores of Negroes who stood in the early dawn of the worlds civilization down to the last of our great men. We do not thoroughly appreciate the struggle through which these men passed. Our unwritten history, our uncarved statuory is a credit to this people. But history must be written to live, statuary must be carved or it will be heaps of sand. Let us hope that the Negro pul victim wonders why he should be so weak, why his food gives him no strength, why his blood should be so thin. Mr. Alex. Carter of Van Buren, Carter Co., Mo., says: "I had been troubled with dyspepsia and indigestion since 1879. The best physicians in the country could do no good. ! I visited the Mullanphy hospital in St. Louis and received no benefit. The attending physician told me I had narrowing of the outlet of the stomach, and the only remedy was to have it cut out. which I refused to have done. I then visited West Baden, Ind.; Las Vegas Hot Springs, New Mexico; Sweet Springs, Mo., and Monitou, Col. I also took a great many different kinds of medicine recommended for dyspepsia, but found no relief. Last February I read a testimonial for Pe-ru-na in the Central Baptist that suited my case and I determined at once to try it. I have taken two bottles of Pe-ru-na and four of Man-a-lin, and I feel like a new man. None of my friends believed I would get well. I would not take any money for the good your remedies have done me." In catarrh of the stomach, as well as in catarrh of any other part of the body, Pe-ru-na is the remedy. As it has often been said, if Pe-ru-na will cure catarrh of one part, it will cure catarrh of any other part of the body. "Summer Catarrh" sent free by Pe-ru-na Drug M'f'g Co., Columbus, O. pit and press will unite in their effort to perpetuate the memory of our great leaders. If for any reason our record and statuary of our noble patriots are shut out of the national hall of men of fame let us set up a hall of our own. Let us write our own history A memorial hall in Washington City would be a credit to the race. Enough money has been spent in parades on emancipation day, in fake industrial schools and the like to build a mansion. Mr. Charles R. Douglass in his article to The Uslored American last week told the trarh and nothing but the truth. But Mr. Douglass gets it honestly. Hit it again Mr. Douglass. Who said that Washington was full of politicians who had worn out the soles of their pants waiting on the president? "Taint so," is it brother Fortune? Ask Mr. Chase how does he like that fifty dollars convention suit? We know its alright. KENTUCKY ANVIL. Livingstone Commencement. The exercises of the 18th annual commencement of Livingstone College, Salisbury, N. C., took place from April 16 to April 25th. The Colored American acknowledges the receipt of its very neat invitation and respectfully begs leave to felicitate the following young ladies and gentlemen who had the high honor of bearing off the golden fleece of graduation: Classical, Folex Henry Cummings, Jessie Richard Dillard, Samuel Edward Duncan, Benjamin Jackson Fisher, Thomas Walker Wallace. Normal, William Davis Battle. Henry Clinton Bemry, Addie Adora Beome, Richard Manuel Bolden, Narcissa Katharine Cook, Rebecca Cummings, Ada Lucetta Cureton, Hattie Clarissa Davis, Olive Willette Edwards, James Benjamin Elawkins, Bessie Oora Henderson, James Walker Hood, Maude Electa Hood, Ida Etta Houstod, Nannie Lucie McIlwain, Elijah Lovette Madison, Dalsy Sharpe Moore, Harriet Angeline Moore, Mary Elizabeth Moore, William Harvey Simons, James Luther Walker, William Witherspoon Weathington. s 7 ~~) HE COLORED AMERICAN, WABEINGTON, D. 0. . 5 ? 9 City Paragraphs. Itie May. ess ) eS ef ee ee ee ee ee York. Married, Wedaesday evening at 182% 8 street, northwest, Mies Bertha Beat- tice Corbin to Mr, John W. Nash. Miss Eoima F, G. Merritt's dignified and forceful actiyity in the school con- troversy is yielding splendid results, Miss Mary Dent ef Eckington, Cul- peper county, Va., spent two days in the city last week, the guest of Miss Hattie Burrell. Mr. B. L E. Gall and family left Saturday of last week for Atlantic Oity where they are comfortably situated at the Clinton cotiage, Mrs. Sadie Gaston Holly, the ac- complished wife vf Dr. L: G. Holly, of Kansas City, will visit friends in this city at an early date. Bishop R. S. Williams, who has been spending some time in the city, left Tuesday of last week for New York. He returned to Washington Monday. Mra. T. CO. Unthank (nee Miss Ger- trude Clark) and little daughter, Louise have returaed to their Kansas Oity home after a lengthy visit to relatives here. Rev. C. A. Jehnson, of the ‘British Lion,” lectured Phursday evening at the Third Baptist church. Ds. Jobn- son is bitter in denunciation of the Boers, and believes that the best civil: zation follows the English flag. Ladies gloves tor summer wear just received by the Louvre Glove Co. at 931 F street, n. w.afall line of silk and lisie gloves in black, white, tae, grey and mode made just like the kid ones Two clasp perjectly fitting only fifty cents a pair. Mr. William H. Stewart and Miss Eliza Bush were happily married Wed- nesday night of last week at the resi. dence of the bride’s neic:, Mrs. Isaiah Scott, 1737 L street, n. w. Rev. Walte: H, Brooks officiated. The happy coupi: reoelved many beautiful and usefu! presents. They will reside at 1816: 24th street. Mr. R. F. Plummer, the pharmacist 1s now finely located at 782 &nd st. cor. Hes.w. He has a complete line o drugs, medicines, cigars and toilet arti cles, a new soda water fountain and i prepared to and will, serve the pures! fruit syrups and ice cream svdas to bi found in the city. He confidently, ex pects to do a big drug business from now on. Messrs. D. W. Bakerand P. A. Hill, recent appointees in the Census Office were welcome callers at our sanctum Tuesday. Mr. Baker isa solid citizex and land owner of Kingfisber, Okla homa, and was until recently connected with the public schools of that thriving city. Mr. Hill hails from Texas, and is taking a course in medicine here Both speak encouragingly of the re sources and progressive character o! their respective bailiwicks, A very preity marriage was solemn ized at the parsonage of &t. Agusting church, Thursday, April 19th 3:45 p ma. The contracting parties being Mr E. J. Webster a prominent bus'nes: “The Basis ef Progress.’’ One of the most interesting features of Bethel Literary’s prosperous season will be presented next Tuesday evening at Metropolitan A. M. E. Chureh. The The symposium is denominated ‘‘The Basie of Progress.’? Prof. W. H. H. Hart, of Howard University’s !aw de- partment will speak on ‘‘Agriculture.” Recorder A, P. Cheatham will discuss “Industry.” Register J. W. Lyons will talk of ‘‘Cemmerce.”’ These gen- tlemen are all national characters, and each Is @ master of the topic assigned to him, Thers 13 no doubt that a great audience will turn out to hear them. BLOOD POISON CURED BY B.B. B. Bottle Free to Sufferers, Deep-seated, obstinate cases, the kind that have resisted doctors, hot springs and patent medicine treatment, qnick- ly yield to B. B, B. (Botanic Blood Balm) thoroughly tested for 30 years, B. B. B. has cured such indications as mucuous patches inthe mouth, sore throat, eruptions, «ating sores, bone pains, itching skin, swolien glands, stiff joints, copper colored spots, chan- cres, ulceration on the body, and in hundreds of cases where the hair and eyebrows have fallen outand the whole skin was a mass of boils, pimples and ulcers this wonderful specific has com- pletely changed the whole body inte a clean, perfect condition, free from erup- tions, and skin smooth withthe glow ef perfect health. B. B. B. is the only pertect cure for blood poison. So suf- ferers may test B. B. B. and know for themselves that it cures, a trial bottle will be sent free of charge. B. B. B. for sale by druggist at $1 per large bottle, or 6 large bottles (full treat- ment)°$5. For trial buttle, address BLOOD BALM CO., Atlanta, Ga. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS ee Oe ODA, w AP > NC's ne CoTRE b=? | SOLIS Sy B ca Rove Titi Te ee Tie he SUT erie eee ees ee Sage Fee PENNSYLVANIA Depo Wasninoten DG. Rates $2.50 to $4 per gay ou American pian and $1 up on European plan, G. ¥. BUTT, Manager. GASKINS & GAINES. * +, te ‘+ Academy + Restaarant + Uust around the corner) 320 8th Street, N. W. Opposite Kanns’, All leading brands of wine liquors and eig ars, imported and domes‘ic. Ladies and Gentiemen’s Cafe Upstairs. W. M. DRURY’S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St. ccrner L. N. W. Washington, D. C, AMERICAN PLAN pustecan PLAN #2 50 to $4.09 per day $1.00 per day « upward 1 jt »Metropvlitan Hotel Pennsylvania ve. bet. 6 & 7 Sts. Watrer Burton, Manager. : Washington, D.C. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS Fine Wines OMe, tN hoise Cigar Philadelphia House, M. F, Carnot, Prop. Restaurant and Saloon, 348 Pennsylvania Avenue, N. W. Washington, D. C. Meals to Order. Everything First Class. Billiard and Pool Parlors Attached. MOORE & PRIOLEHAU - Sparta Baflet and Cale - 1216 Pa. Ave. Washington, D.C Fine wines, liquors and cigars Hot Free Lunch Every Day *a_Ladies will receive special attention in Dining Room upstairs. HOsEL DOUGLASS. 220B 3. 4 D 235 PA.AVE.N.W EUROPEAN PLAN. First-class in every particular. MRS. DOLLY A. O. JONES, Proprietress. Washington, D. 0. Robert . Key FINE WINES, LIQUORS, CIGARS, ETC. Ladies’ Dining Room. . . Meals at all Hours 443 First Street Southwest. ‘Gray & Cosfley Wines, Liquors {and Cigars 1313 E Street N. W: WASHINGTON, D.C. SOUTHERN HOTEL, Good board, steam heat and electric bells, Home comfort, moderate prices. 311 Pa. Ave., nw. Washing- ton, D. G. Fine wines, liquors, cigars and tobacco. Jack M Ruan, Proprietor aS +6he Woodson Houser First-class, newly furnished und decorated, ubsurpassed cuisine, convenient to all ears, One half square from Peansylvania Depot, 467 Missouri Avenue. HENRY WOODSON, Proprieror. ‘THE EL CANEY CAFE 415 K Street N, W, A strictly first-olacs Oafe. Meals served at al hoursea the American and Buropean pian. Lunehes, ice Cream and Soft Drinks a spe. clalty. Fuenished rooms with or without board at reasonable rates, Edwards & Williamson, Props. *a-Late members of the 24th U. 8. Infantry —THE-) fidams House 582 and 584 BROADWAY, ALBANY, N. Y, Opposite Delavan House First-class accommodation fo Ladies and Gentlemen. T. H. DIGGS JOHN IRVING Keenan & Fegan WHOLESALE LIQUOR DEALERS 462 Pennsylvania Ave. N. W., _ HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS. — Karl Xander; DEALER IN Fine Wines and Liquors Importer, Rectifier and Whole- sale Agent for Southern Bouavet Whiskey. 530-32 Seventh Street Northwest Washington, D.C. WHOLESALE MANUFACTURING RETait CONFECTIONER 523 44 Street, Southweat, WASHINGTON, D. C. Wedding Cakes Made and Parties Furnished at Short Notice. Ice Cream All The Year -_ ’ Fritz Reufer’s HOTEL : AND: RESTAURANT 451, 453, 455, 457 Penn. Ave 202, 208 & 210 43 St. N. W Washingioa, D.C, 489 Mo. Ave. near 6th St. n. w, Smoking and Reading Rooms; «iso home for strangers. Meals served at ail hours, Menu a la Carte at popular prices. Call aud be convinced, = Joshua N. Anderson. i. J. Edwards. Props. CHR. XANDE : R 909 Seventh Street N. W. His Sweet Norton, a deep tinted red wine, hisown pressing, allows doubie dilution in the drinking glass and remains as vinous and Sweet, as the best sweet Catawba un watered. Both he sells st $1 galiom. (Oc the halt gai- lon. Chr. Xauder’s Rye Whiskies at 75c, 65c, 60c and b0e the full quart, are free from fuse! pokon ef some age, kept in heated storage, apd compare advantageously with any whis- kies at their price. Equally co his Braudles, Gins and Rum are pure end well developed, ard the moderat- use cf them 1 ever cause a headache. He hasan a of ever s0 many star deeds of Wines and Whiskies stored io his cellars and warehouse Remember the Number 909, wm Nobranch houses \ SCOVERY TRE MOST WONDERFUL DISCOVE Ever Mace for the Hair. tuoon at thisze- GA nat Ne Wee SRE asi 0 eae AE Athen at this. Ree} | geen ' BEEF MARROW HAIR POMADE & PERFECT HAIR DRESSING ~ ' DELIGHTFULLY PERFUMED. | Will make curly kair straight. | Nothing equal to it. Positively the very best prepara tion on the mark« r straightening, in vigora ting and L« ifying the hair, You will ind f| usingit a short time thatitexcel!s 2"): thing you ever tried. Absolutely 11 from chemicals; so pure and hareles that it can be ‘used every day ©!!! jeans Satisfaction. It renders the; air soft, pliable and beautiful | vents the hair from breaking of! an¢ falling out. It nourishes the r t makes the hair grow, often star! new growth and restoring the): its natural color. Fulldirections w'!: each bottle.. Price 25 aud 50. cent= PORE druagist does not keepit thr: ties will be sent prepaid_on recep! ot$l. Send money by postofiice » order or registered letter. Write Yoo" meme and address plainly. Big mover; ‘wagente. Write for particulars. manuractuney ony BY DBASE MAL MADE CO., 171 Aberdeco Bt, Chios. | AMON CH The father of Bishop C. C. Pettey died recently at his home in Wilkesboro, N. C. The A. M. E. Zion Church has some fifteen women delegates to the General Conference which meets in Washington this month. Dr. A. J. Warner says he was with Bishop S. T. Jones in the organization of the Arkansas A. M. E. Zion Conference in 1832, and is therefore the father of it. The Ninth Street M. E. Church, Covington, Ky., contains a memorial window in memory of the late Mrs. Susie N. Hammond, who was the wife of Dr. E. W. S. Hammond. Rev. D. J. Sanders, president of Biddle University, was elected an honorary member of the Ecumenical Conference, now in session in New York, but pressure of engagements prevented his attending. The Rev. W. J. Howard stated that during the 32 years of existence of Rising Sun Lodge, Washington, D. C. not two cents of the money had been misappropriated, and that today the lodge had $700 in bank. J. Edgar Smith, formerly foreman of the Zion Publishing House at Charlotte, N. C., is a candidate for business manager of the department. Rev. W. H. Snowden, pastor of the Metropolitan A. M. E. Zion church, of this city, is also aspirant for the place. The African Methodist Episcopal Zion Connection has 528,406 members; 2,908 ministers and 2,802 churches. The total value of the property owned by the Connection is $8,654,372. She is fostering five Connectional schools of high schools of high grade and twenty minor schools. Within the last three years Knights of Pythias of Ohio have divided over $12,000 among widows and orphans of deceased members in the state. Last year $4,000 was expended in this way and already this year $3,000 has been disbursed with a surplus of $1,700 remaining in the treasury. Rev. E W. Lampton, one of the ablest colored men of the South, is a candidate for financial secretary of the A. M. E. Connection. Dr. Lampton, as pastor of the church in Greenville, Miss., built up the organization wonderfully by his ability as a pulpit orator and as a superior organizer. Suit has been filed in Cirult court at Pine Bluff, Ark., against Ed. Brewer and E. A. Henslee by the administrators of the estate of the late Bishop Holiaday, of the A. M. E. Zion Church for $20,000. It is alleged in the complaint that Holiaday received injuries in a runaway, while riding in defendant's omnibus, that resulted in his death. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. D. The United States has 1,700,000 Negro Baptists formed into a National Baptist Convention. They are conducting missionary work on the West Coast of Africa, South Africa, and in Cuba; and have a national publishing house at Nashville, Tenn., publishing Negro literature and giving employment to more than fifty men and women. The colored delegates to the Chicago General Conference of the M. E. Church, will number less than one hundred. It is said all of these will doubtless be cast for the election of a colored Bishop. The Negroes of all denominations would be glad to see this Church elect a man of African descent to the episcopal office. Dr. C. H. Phillips would be an excellent selection. Rev. C. T. Walker, a noted Baptist divine of New York, observes: "The colored people are religiously inclined; they do not have skepties, infidels, atheists, agnostics. They have very little trouble about the higher criticism and need no ecclesiastical courts to try men for heresy. The majority of them believes firmly in the triple declaration of one Lord, one faith, and one baptism." A Conference of colored Methodist preachers in Delaware, recently adopted a resolution denouncing the Boers as slave-holders. It was the Boers, who in violation of the treaty with the English in 1852, to abolish slavery of every kind, reestablished a worst form of slavery by a system of apprenticeship which never ended. The American Negro has a dislike to every form of slavery and still less for the Boers, who ask for independence and sympathy from other races while she refuses to grant it to the Africans. If the colored preachers would cultivate a friendly relationship with the secular world they could claim to have done an endeavor work that would add thousands to the membership of their churches. It is said they are not here to preach to those that are saved, but to the fallen. So let it be done. Mix with the lowly. Cease to be a close corporation. God helps those who help themselves.—The Atlanta Age. When we hear this kind of wisdom from the lips of Col. Pledger, we are constrained to wish he had gone into the ministry twenty years ago. He'd a been a Bishop now. Go Into Business Young Men! In the paragraph below quoted the Blue Grass Bugle sounds a key-note. It rings true, and leaves little to be said save for elaboration of the seed thought given out. Read and be wise: "One of the great needs of the race is the establishment of business enterprises. Our young men should not content themselves with teaching school five months in the year, and then spend what they have made before the school year opens again. But if they would be a little economic, and save up a hundred or two dollars and go into some kind of lucrative business, it would build up a permanency for themselves. Certainly they would not get rich in one month, nor perhaps a year, but if they would only stick to it, pretty soon they would make it pay. SPECIAL ADVERTISEMENTS. HELP WANTED. WANTED-A pants maker. (colored,) but must have a fair knowledge of the Tailoring Trade. Good chance for right man, must be sober. Everything furnished-board, lodging and washing. State wages expected. Write at once to E. A. Grigsby, Box 85 Scranton, Miss. WANTED-An educated young woman who understands proof reading and newspaper writing. Experience not necessary. Address "C" care of The Colored American office, giving name, address and experience, if any. AGENTS WANTED. Agents Wanted. Enclose 20 stamp for reply, and we will send particulars telling how you can make from m $75 to $150 per month, and also be presented with a fine Gold Watch. Address, WANTED-An active young man as collector. Must be well acquainted with the city. Married man preferred. AGENTS Wanted in every neighborhood to take orders and deliver the beautiful historical Souvenir Portrait Group of the officers of the 3rd North Carolina, U. S. V. In fantasy in the war with Spain, the first Negro regiment ever organized and entirely officiated by colored men. It is beautiful and interesting. Sells at sight. Price $1. 50 per cent to agents. Shrewd. energetic agents are making from $2,50 to $5,00 a day. Send a dollar for sample to canvass with and beg in at once. Until further notice address Capt. Thomas L. Leatherwood, Publisher, 419 9th street Augusta, Ga. CATERESS. FURNISHED ROOMS AND GOOD table board at reasonable rates—1121 nineteenth street, northwest', Boarding and Lodging. Rooms with modern improvements. Transient board a specialty. MISCELLANEOUS. TO LET—Good-sized, unfurnished room to right party. Conveniently located on Spruce street Le Droit Park Terms reasonable. Address R. W. T. Daily Record office. THE LEADING RACE JOURNAL IS THE GEORGIA REPUBLICAN. A real live Negro weekly newspaper, published every Saturday morning, at two dollars a year. It is recognized as the leading Negro newspaper in the south. In many respects it is the most interesting Negro journal that has yet been published. Every colored man, woman and child should read it every week. It is considered an authority on all subjects of the day, especially in political matters. A straightout, reliable, republican new paper, and has a cite tage among all classes. Subscription two dollars a year, cash in advance. Send in orders now, payable to J. W. Wimbish, La Grage, Ga. An educated man who is married, and who means business and who has a little capital will do well to correspond with "C" care of The Colored American office. A good investment for the right person FOR SALE. A horse and carriage, with harness and license. This team is for public use and can be had for the small sum of $65 This bargain is offered for the want and use of the money and must be sold. Call at 1202 16th street nw. DO YOU KNOW that you can get your or- gan or piano cleaned, polished and tuned so that it will look like a new one? You can at a very small expense—from $1.50 to $3.00 The work will be guaranteed or no pay. Call or send postal to 1202 16th street nw. FOR SALE. A Fine Building Lot at Hyattsville Station. Can be bought for $145. Adjoining lots are held for $200 and $250. This offer is for want of readv cash. Bear in mind that the electric cars run direct to Hyattsville. See owner at 1202 16th street nw. WANTED-A competent pharmaeist for colored drug store One that has had practice. Address with references H. E. Perry, P. O. Box 41, Houston, Texas. 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. MME. DAVIS MILK 1906 Born Clairvoyant & Card Reader Tells about business, Removes Spells and Evil Influences, Reunites the Separated and Gives Luck to all. Cures Piles and Drunkenness. 1228 25th st. n. w. Washington D.C. No letters answered unless accompanied by stamp. W. H BUTLER, PAINTS OILS Springtime is on, and your house will need touching up. We have just what you want. W. H. BUTLER 609 C St. N. W W H. BUTLER, 609 C St., N. W BLACK SKIN REMOVER COPYRIGHTED. BEFORE. AFTER. AFTER BEFORE A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A PEACH-LIKE complexion obtained if used as directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mulatto person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours a shade or two lighter will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white. One box of this preparation is all that is required if used as directed, the skin remaining beautiful without continual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples and blackheads, and drier spots without harm to the skin. When you get prepared you will get preparation for #2, and send Post-Office Money Order, Express Money Order, Registered Letter, or we will send it C. O. D. Packed so that no one will know contents agent receiver, THOS, B. CRAAN, 12" W. Broad St, Richmond, Va. J. B. Remember MAJOR'S RUBBER CEMENT. MAJOR'S LEATHER CEMENT. Tobacco, Pipes, Cigarettes. J. W. BARKLEY, Prop., ...CAPITOL HILL... POOL PARLOR. -Finest equipped billiardroom in the city.— everything Strictly First Class. 639 Pennsylvania Avenue, S. E., Billiards Pool, Fine Cigars. ...C. H. NAUGHTON... LIQUORS AND SEGARS FINE WINES. Harper & Wilson a specialty. 1926 Fourteenth Street, Northwest Headache Cure FREE, to advertise it; best in the world: send 4 cents for sample. LA UE1017 Arch St., Phila. Pa. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. United Order of True Reformers. ORGA NIZED 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 50 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 most monthly dues secure the highest weekly sick benefits. Life Membership—Ten shares of Bank Stock, costing each member $5 a share, said member a life member. After paying dues and owning the stock one year, 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. in the Christian Recorder he frankly admitted that Dr. Smith had but few equals in the ministry as a writer. The Zion people were delighted with Dr. Smith's ringing defense and as they believe his complete victory that many of them decided if any more bishops were to be made at their General Conference this month that their Editor should be one. Another thing that has added to Dr. Smith's popularity in his unexcelled record Church as an editor. Under his administration the Star of Zion has enlarged from a four to an eight page paper, and its newsy and spicy columns are eagerly read by people of all denominations. It is generally conceded by the newspaper fraternity and all who have watched the progress of that paper that he is the ablest editor that Zion has produced, and that the Star of Zion is one of the best edited religious papers in the land. As a preacher, he is able, evangelical, spiritual, practical, pathetic and flowery. When a striking thought or an illustration seizes him in preaching, he flames up and excels in word painting and rhetorical effects. As a pastor, financier and church worker, the church es which he pastored in Baltimore Washington, New Haven, Conn., Harrisburg and Carlisle, Pa., and now at Grace church, Charlotte, N. C., will testify that he is a grand success. We haven't the space to give details of his noble work at these points. Dr. Smith's health and talents give promise of extended years of great usefulness to his progressive denomination, and if justice and fair play can overthrow the schemes and wire-pulling of his opponents, the bishopric crown will be placed upon his brow on the day of election which will occasion great joy throughout his denomination and the race generally. He will make as great a bishop as he has an editor. Mark the prediction. 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 04 50 to 55 years. 3 25 115 00 6 65 1 06 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 85 ..... 50 to 55 years. 5 75 400 00 11 40 2 85 ..... 55 years (Complete). 6 00 350 00 11 00 2 85 .... Delirquent Subscribers Will Be Sued. A large number of the subscriber to The Colored American are delinquent in their subscription dues. Some of them have been notified as high as five times, of the amount due. They either don't reply at all or they make promises to pay at some future date. It is the desire of the management of The Colored American to improve the paper every way. It cannot do so, however, with a large list of drones and bad pays on its subscription books. All those who are in arrears have received notices from this office, and this announcement is to inform every delinquent subscriber that unless a settlement of some kind is made that in a few days their be sent in the hands of an attorney in their city for collection. The postal laws of the United States require and will enforce, if necessary, those who take papers out of the Post Office to pay for them. It is a criminal offense. It is not the wish of the management to prosecute any of its patrons but those who have the paper for years should at least be honest enough to pay their debts, or courteous enough to write a letter of explanation. Expense, embarrassment and a breach of the pleasant relations that have existed between the management and its patrons will be avoided if the money due is sent in at once. to inform every delinquent paper that unless a settlement of and is made that in a few days sent in the hands of an attor-her city for collection. The laws of the United States require enforce, if necessary, those papers out of the Post Office for them. It is a criminal off-It is not the wish of the man-nt to prosecute any of its patrons who have the paper for years at least be honest enough to pay debts, or courteous enough to letter of explanation. Expense, assessment and a breach of the 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 in two shares for each year of their membership. The stock yields a dividend of 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 member, in either one of these Classes, like the Fountains and the Rosebuds, benefits the member in health, as well as his family in death. The citizens of Albany and Troy, N. Y., will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of John Brown, the martyr of Harper's Ferry, at the Hamilton Street Baptist church on the 9th inst. They will also combine in the exercises the celebration of the passage of Senator Elsberg's anti discriminating school bill which is now chapter 499 in the laws of 1900. Mr. William H. Johnson the sage of Maiden Lane, and other prominent citizens are at the head of the affair. 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 $164,000. Buildings leased, 18. 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. AFTER FOURTEEN YEARS. Second Baptist Lyceum Celebrates Her Anniversary in the Presence of a Brilliant Audience. On Sunday April 22, the Second Baptist Lyceum celebrated its fourteenth anniversary with appropriate exercises. The program was crisp and entertaining from beginning to end. After introductory remarks by President Thompson, Mr. W. T. McKinley, superintendent of the Sunday School, opened the regular exercises with a concise and finely-phrased history of the formation and practical achievements of the Lyceum. Rev. W. Bishop Johnson gave an eloquent and instructive talk on the "Beflex Influence of the Lyceum Upon the Second Baptist Church," and Mr. Henry Y. Arnett stirred anew the popular admiration for his scholarship by a classic dissertation upon the "Benefits of literary societies to a Community." The addresses were all brief, but teemed with solid thought, dressed in most attractive garments. The music was especially noteworthy. Mr. Walter Franklin, of Cincinnati, made his initial Washington appearance, and his fine tenor voice ease and grace of manner, and intelligent conception of the motif of his composers scored a pronounced "hit." He sang "Eastertide," and so well was it done that he was compelled to respond with "Calvary"." Mr. Franklin's place in the musical life of this community is assured. The popular contralto, Miss Lulu A. Hanner rendered "Lead Kinkly Light" as only she can sing it, and add to her rich stock of laurels. Miss Lulu Holmes' plano solo was up to her usual high standard. Mr. R. E. S. Toomey, who is making an enviable reputation as a poet, recital an original selection "Plantation Sam's Reply to Senator John T. Morgan," amid great applause. Mr. Toomey's literary productions have been highly commended for strength, beauty and usefulness by that greatest of "scholars in politics," Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, of Massachusetts—and his opinion is no empty platitude. The Lyceum was crowded to the doors with a brilliant audience. (Continued from first page.) come. There has not been an organic meeting held since between these two religious bodies. It was in 1896 that his controversial powers shone out dazzingly. The A. M. E. Zion Church being 100 years old celebrated its centennial in Mother Zion in New York City. At its close, Dr. J. M. Henderson, the master debater of the A. M. E. Church, fiercely ripped the history of the A. M. E. Zion Church up the back, contending that Richard Allen, and not James Varrick, was the first Negro in America to found a black Church. This assertion caused Bishop A. Walters, Editor J. W. Smith and Dr. J. M. Henderson to immediately lock horns in a red hot controversy which lasted fully two months. Seeing that Dr. Smith had buckled on his armor and was thoroughly able to defend the interest of Zion, Bishop Walters withdrew from the fight which immediately became so lively, interesting and at times sensational that the conservative churchmen of Zion and Bethel hung on to their seats with fear and trembling while the non-conservatives cheered them to the echo. It was "Greek meeting Greek"—a battle of giants. It was the first time that the fearless Dr. Henderson had met his match in a controversy with the pen, and in an article BEE HIVE THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. United Order of True Reformers. ORGA NIZED 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 50 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 annual monthly dues secure the highest weekly sick benefits. Life Membership—Ten shares of Bank Stock, costing each member $5 a share, made 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 10 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 FOUNTAIN (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 instalments. 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. Joining¹ 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. 8 00 200 00 5 70 1 43 45 to 50 years. 3 25 140 00 6 65 1 06 50 to 55 years. 3 25 115 00 6 65 1 06 55 to 60 years. 3 50 90 00 7 60 1 90 60 to 65 years. 2 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 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. 15. THE TRUE REFORMERS' BANK. 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 1898 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, 127 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 SHREDS AND PATCHES Daniel G. Valentine and Felix Pharr, two enterriing young colored men, have been appointed letter carriers at Mobile, Ala. The census lately taken on the Island of Guba gives a total population of 1,572,997. Of this number 234,638 are termed Negroes. The H. M. Turner Grocery and Provision Company is a new venture just launched in Chicago. The corporated company consists entirely of colored men. Attorney R. C. O. Benjamin, of Kentucky, made a fine showing in the defense of "Tallow Dick" Combs, charged with the murder of the late Governor Goebel. It is enoocuraging to note that for once the Hampton, Va. jury has acquitted a Negro, and that too, one charged with the awful crime of murder and the victim was a white man. A colored young man of only 19 years of age, living in Chicago, has invented a rapid fire machine gun, which, according to reports, will place him in the front ranks with the world's great inventors. The Supreme Court of Ohio has declared constitutional the anti-lynch law, of which Representative H. C. Smith, of Cuyahoga County, is responsible for its being upon the statute books of the State. It is believed that this decision renders liable to the amount of $10,000, the county where 'Click' Mitchell was put to death by a mob about four years ago. The Lake City post office, which was discontinued after the murder of Postmaster Baker, has been re-established, with Mrs. Della D. Carter (white) as postmaster. This was done on petition of practically all the people, white and colored. How soon is an awful tragedy forgetten! How quickly we condone wrong- doing and allow wicked men to sit in high places with the blood upon their hands unavenged! W. Burke Cockran has accepted an invitation to attend the Interstate Conference on Race Problems, which is to be held at Montgomery, Ala., May 8 to 10. He will deliver the oration on the evening of May 10, taking for his topic "The Negro as an American Problem." Mr. Cockran has written the committee he has long felt a sympathetic interest in the graye problems presented to the South and to the nation by the race question, and that any effort to solve them has his hearty support. Mr. Cockran is a democrat. A united management has been begun by influential colored people of Philadelphia to hold an industrial exposition during one week of next November to signalize the incoming twentieth century and to show the development of their progress in handicrafts since emancipation. The projector is Miss Emma J. Whittingdon, of the Weman's Branch of the Quaker City Association, under whose auspices a very successful exposition was held at Horticultural Hall in 1889. Bully for old Philadelphia. She is not so slow as many would have us believe See Editor Chase, of The Bee, and Editor Cooper of The Colored American, wining and dining together now a days; speaking pleasantly as they pass THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. by, shaking each other's hands, and driving their powerful quills towards one common object,—the "fetching" of something for the Negro. We suspect that Register Lyons had something to do with this happy and sensible reconciliation. Its just like him. It grieves him to see Negro talent dismembered. Look out now! Something is going to "drap," in Washington.—Alken (S. C.) Herald. Brother Jones is on the right track. IN THE EDUCATIONAL ARENA. The teachers of the colored public schools of Jacksonville, Fla., have set a magnificent example, and proven themselves worthy of the support and commendation of all the people. Though the Board of Public Instruction closed up the schools more than two weeks ago, and cut off the compensation, they have gone right on with the schools as though the authorities had not given them orders to "close up." These teachers are continuing the schools in order that the children may be prepared for the next year, and in order that the pupils may not forget what they have already learned during this term of school. The work of these teachers is worth many thousands of dollars to Jacksonville, and the patrons. Citizens generally are making a strenuous effort to raise enough money during this month to compensate them for at least one month's service. Prof. Councill's industrial institute at Normal, Ala., has opened a fulffledged shoe store. The college department of Fiske University has adopted caps and gowns for commencement wear. The dining hall and supplies of Paul Quinn College, Waco, Texas, an institution of the A. M. E. Church, was recently destroyed by fire. The loss is estimated at seven hundred dollars. In the recent annual appropriation for colored schools in Mississippi the State Normal school at Holly Springs received $4,500 and the Alcorn A. and M. College at Rodney received $47,034,54. Prof. W. H. Council, A. M., President of the Normal School and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Normal, Ala., lectured April 16 in Alexandria, La. on "The Misapplied Energy of the Negro." President Council is an able author and one of the most distinguished of the Negro race in America. New York generally and Editor T. Thomas Fortune particularly, are to be congratulated upon the result of the fight which the latter has waged for twenty years against separate schools in that state, and which has ended in the legislature passing a bill that no child shall be excluded from the public schools of the State of New York on account of race or color. Mr. J. W. Green, the tonsorialist, has recently refitted his parlor with automatic revolving and tilting chairs, made numerous other spring changes and improvements and is now thoroughly equipped to properly handled his large select and increasing trade. Polite and capable barbers in attendance He is advantageously located at 1401 Qn. w. 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 Doctor Hay's Hair-Health LARGE 50c. BOTTLES. produces new growth and restores color and beauty to gray hair. Removes DANDRUFF and stops FALLING and breaking of the hair. Covers bald spots. Dr. HAY 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. FREE SOAP and take to any druggist on following list, and HAIR-HEALTH and a 25c. cake of DR. SOAP, the best soap you can use for Hair, in cents, regular retail price, 75 cents. This offer by druggists below at their shops on 853 Broadway, New York, by express prepaid, 3 bottles, $1.50. TRY AT ONCE DR. HAY'S HAIR Refuse Substitutes. Dealers Make Following druggists supply HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH WILLIAMS and CO., 600 9th st. n. w. EVANS, 988 F st. n. w.; DANIELS, 1940 14th st. n. w.; MAJOR, 7th and G. BRODGES, Pa. ave. and 2nd st. s. e. BIDE & WALTON, 1921 Pa. ave. n. w.; 7th and L sts. n. w.; KOSS, 7th and 1st and I sts. n. w.; CHRISTIANI, 484 GILMAN, 627 Pa. ave. n. w.; MONTGEO & AFFLEOK, 1429 Penna. ave. n. w.; MERTZ., 11 & F st. n. w.; BUTTS, 4th and E sts. s. e.; TSOCHIFFLEY, 475 Penna. CRISWELL, 1901 7th st. cor. T n. w. n. w.; GESSFORD, 9th and W sts. BRACE, 30th and M sts. n. w.; BRON, R. I. ave.; GROSS, 14th and Park and G sts.; EASTERDAY, N. J. ave. G sts. n. w.; MACKALL BROS., 823 F Remsburg & Elliott, 1608 14th st., Hurd & L sts., Cassin, 7th and M sts., n. w.; REE SOAP Offer Cut this advertisement sign your name e to any druggist on following list, and he will give you a large be- tween HEALTH and a 25c. cake of DR. HAY'S HARFINA. The best soap you can use for Hair, Scalp, Complexion, Bath and regular retail price, 75 cents. This offer is good once only to sa- gists below at their shops only, or by LONDON Broadway, New York, by express prepaid, on receipt of 60 cents and $, 1.50. ENTRY AT ONCE DR. HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH AND HARFINA Fuse Substitutes. Dealers Make More Profit on Inferior druggists supply HAY'S HAIR-HEALTH AND HARFINA SOAP 188 and CO., 600 9th st. n. w.; STEVENS, Pa. 188 F st. n. w.; DANIELS, 1900 14th st. cor. T n. n. w.; MAJOR, 7th and G sts. n. w.; SIMMS, I Pa. ave. and 2nd st. s. e.; DUCKETT, 2150 ALTON, 1921 Pa. ave. n. w.; WEISS, 25 Monroe sts. n. w.; KOSS, 7th and Fla. ave.; McCAR sts. n. w.; CHRISTIANI, 484 Pa. ave. n. w.; STO 627 Pa. ave. n. w.; MONTGOMERY, 13th st. c OK, 1429 Penna. ave. n. w.; DAY & CO., 14t 11 F st. n. w.; BUTTS, 4th and Mass. a.; L. K. TSCHIFFLEY, 475 Penna. ave. n. w.; THOR LL, 1901 7th st. cor. T n. w.; DIEUDONNE & ESSFORD, 9th and W sts. n. w.; OGRAM, P 0th and M sts. n. w.; BRONAUGH, 7th and P ave.; GROSS, 14th and Park sts.; KRAUSS, 1 EASTERDAY, N. J. ave. and G n. w.; Mc MACKALL BROS., 823 H st. n. e. Neely, 1 & Elliott, 1608 14th st., Hurlebaush, 14th & V assin, 7th and M sts., n. w.; Purdy, 7th and Q sts. HAP Offer In writing list, and he will give you a large bottle of DR. HAY'S cake of DR. HAY'S HAIR-FINA 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 n. h and G. sts. n. w.; SIMMS, N. Y. ave 14th st. n. w. n. 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. MITTS, 4th and Mass. a.; L. F. BRADLEY, 8th and 475 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. w.; 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. n. st., Hurlebaush, 14th & V. sts., n. w., McGlue, 4th s., n. w.; Purdy, 7th and Q. sts.; Field, 287 H. st. n. e. FREE SOAP offer Cut this advertisement out within five days, sign your name and address here 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, $1.60. 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.; STOTT, 505 Pa. ave. n. w; GILMAN, 627 Pa. ave. n. w.; MONTGOMERY, 13th st. cor. I n. w.; ACKER & AFFLEUK, 1429 Penna. ave. n. w.; DAY & CO., 14th and P sts. n. w. MERTZ., 11 & F st. n. w.; BUTTS, 4th and Mass. a.; L. F. BRADELEY, 8th and E sts. s. e.; TSOCHIFFLEY, 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 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. Reemsburg & Elliott, 1608 14th st., Hurlebaush, 14th & V sts. n. w.; McGlue, 4th & L sts., Cassin, 7th and M sts. n. w.; Purdy, 7th and Q sts.; Field, 287 H st. n. e. $1.00----ONLY----$1.00 ```markdown ``` HISTORY of the COLORED SOLDIERS IN THE SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR By EDWARD A. JOHNSON, Author of the Famous "School History of the CONTAINS—Pen pictures of the Daring Charges made Juan, El Caney, and around Santiago.—Corporal Brown killed cannon which knocked over the block house and saved the Berry, the colored soldier who was first to raise the America The glowing tribute to McKinley, Miles. Roosevelt, and man of Negro Soldiers—General Morgan advocates Negro officers. Gemez, Miss Olseros, and the Cuban Women Cavary.—The Army—The Negro Poet, Paul Lawrence Junbar.—Eddie'S outwitten the diplomacy of the Spanish Minister at Washing- Uncle Sam's money.—The colored Register of the Treasury wh money to make it good. Every Page Brimful of New and Interesting Reads to e and line engravings of soldier, officers, and scenes of the War, with A FINE PICTURE OF AGUINALDO, his headquarters nia, and a brief sketch of the Phillipinos and their civilizati Handsome Picture of General Nelson A. Miles, the mand of all the American Army, who said the fighting of the Santiago was "without a parallel in the history of the world Little." Mailed Free. Author of the Famous "School History of the N MINS—Pen pictures of the Daring Charges made by the Saney, and around Santiago.—Corporal Brown killed at which knocked over the block house and saved the Ro- colored soldier who was first to raise the American fife tribute to McKinley, Miles. Roevill, and many of soldiers—General Morgan advocates Negro officers.—An- dias Olseros, and the Cuban Women Cavey.—The Negro Poet, Paul Lawrence Dunbar—"Eddie" Savoy, the diplomacy of the Spanish Minister at Washington's money.—The colored Register of the Treasury who ha- make it good. Image Brimful of New and Interesting Reading of the engravings of soldier, officers, and scenes of the life of a FINE PICTURE OF AGUINALDO, his headquarters, and a brief sketch of the Philippines and their civilization. Some Picture of General Nelson A. Miles, the N Mall the American Army, who said the fighting of the co- las "without a parallel in the history of the world." of the Daring Charges made by Negro Soldiers at San antiago.—Corporal Brown killed at his post while firing a the block house and saved the Rough Riders.—Sergeant was first to raise the American flag on San J an Hill— way, Miles. Roccevilt, and many others on the bravery man advocates Negro officers.—Antonio and Jose Maclo, nuclear Women Cavey.—The Negro Prayesters in the lawrence Funbar.—"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- cider, officers, and scenes of the late Spanish-American MAGUINALDO, his headquarters, a Frippino lady of Ma- philippos and their civilization. General Nelson A. Milks, the Major General in com- y, who said the fighting of the colored soldiers around in the history of the world." All for $1, "Much in Author of the Famous "School History of the Negro Race." CONTAINS—Pen pictures of the Daring Charges made by Negro Soldiers at San Juan, El Caney, and around Santiago.—Corporal Brown killed at his post while firing a cannon which knocked over the block house and saved the Rough Elders.—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 Olseros, and the Cuban Women Cavay.—The Negro Prymasters in the Army.—The Negro Poet, Paul Lawrence Gunbar—"Eddie" Savoy, the colored man who outwitted the diplomacy of the Spanish Minister at Washington.—The Negro who seals 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-e 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 Philippines 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." All for $1, "Much in Little." Matted Free. AGENTS WANTED. Big percentage. Send for copy E. A. JOE Corner West and Lenoir Streets, CHARLES FISCHER, percentage. Send for copy of book and Agent E. A. JOHNSON West and Lenoir Streets, Raleigh for copy of book and Agents' terms. Address A. JOHNSON eets, Raleigh, North Carolina. Big percentage. Send for copy of book and Agents' terms. Address E. A. JOHNSON ```markdown ``` MANUFACTURER and dealer in SURGICAL & ORTHOPEDICAL Instruments and Trusses. 623 SEVENTH STREET, NORTH WEST Opposite Patent Office WASHINGTON, D. C. --- --- THE X RAY MEDICAL INSTITUTE 317 6TH ST. N. W. | 494 LA. AVE. N. W WASHINGTON, P. C. X RAY IN USE FOR EXAMINATION AND DIAGNOSIS. Treat all diseases of the Nose, Throat, and Lungs, Heart, Nerves, Brain Bood, Skin, Stomach, Kidneys and Bladder, Sexual Weakness, and all Special Diseases of man woman: Stricture, Varicocele, and Hydrocele cured. Syphilis (any stage) cured for life with out mercury or potash. Daily Office Hours: From 10 to 11 and 8 to 9. Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday till 8 p. m. to restore gray, white or bleached hair to youthful color and life. 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 ADJUNCT TO EVERY TOILET. IF YOUR HAIR IS FALLING OUT, BREAKING OR FADING, TRY NOW. ucker T. Washington Addresses a Distinguished Audience in Pittsburg. Pittsburg, Pa., Special—Booker T. Washington, the brilliant Negro educator and founder of the Tuskegee Industrial Institute, addressed an overowing meeting in the interest of an endowment fund for his institute, at Carnegie Music Hall, Thursday evening April 19. Judge Joseph Buffington, of the United States district court presidid, and the list of vice presidents and entrals of the meeting included the following among others: Judge J. H. Reed, Judge John H. Kennedy, Judge J. F. Slagle, J. B. Jackson, E. M. Ferguson, William McConway, Rev. M. B. Riddle, D. D., W. W. S. Huselton, G. W. Guthrie, J. J. Heinz, John Bindley, H. K.orter, Albert J. Barr, Calvin Wells, W. R. Thompson, H. C. Frick, Charles Lockhare, Senator C. L. Magee, Senator William Flinn, Supt. Robert Pitkin, C. M. Schwab, Director E. M. Glow, Prof. John A. Brashear and Frank F. Nicola. Mr. Washington at Tuskegee has from practically nothing built up an institute which has reached a wonder- in development. The property now aggregates several hundred thousand dollars and the average attendance is over 1,000. To carry on this work successfully money is needed. Hitherto Mr. Washington has been raising this money individually among friends of the institute, but now seeks to establish an endowment fund, and is meeting with marked encouragement. DELINQUENT SUBSCRIBERS. ead and Ponder Over the United State Court Decision-Newspapers Must Be Protected Against Intentional Fraud-If You Do Not Pay, The Court Will Take Care of You. _____ The following are the decisions of the United States Court on the subject of newspaper subscribers: "(1.) Subscribers who do not give express notice to the contrary are considered as wishing to renew their subscription. (2) If subscribers order the discontinuation of their periodicals, the publisher may continue to send them until all arrearages are paid. (3.) If subscribers refuse or neglect to take their periodicals from the Post Office to which they are directed, they are responsible until they have settled their bills and ordered them discontinued. (4.) If subscribers move to other places without informing the publishers and papers are sent to former addresses, they are held responsible. (5.) The courts have decided that refusing to take perials from the office, or removing and leaving them uncalled for, is prma facia evidence of intentional fraud. (6.) In subscribers pay in advance, they are bound to give notice at the end of the time, if they do not wish to continue taking it, otherwise the publisher is authorized to send it, and the subscriber will be responsible until an express notice, with payment of all arrearages is sent to the publisher." Now, friends, it is good for you to read the above, because we have received several letters from some of our delinquent subscribers who are indebted to us for nearly two years, ordering the discontinuation of the paper without paying even the first year's subscription. This you cannot very successfully do, because the law is on our side, and while we do not want to enforce the law, we would like for you to remit us some money which will enable us to live a little longer. Those persons who are indebted to us know very well that The Kentucky Standard can not live if they do not settle their old bills.—Ky. Standard. Mr. Samuel C. Hudnell of 2230 6th street, who has been very ill with pneumonia since his return from Chicago April 1st, is convalescent. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. THE MUSEUM OF THE ARTS TEN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address— Rev. J. E. RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., President, GEO. H. SAFFORD, Secretary. FINANCIAL. 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 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. Corner 9th and F sts. n. w. Money $50,000 Money 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. 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 business 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 SHOOMAKER'S TENNESSEE WHISKEY, $1 A LARGE BOTTLE. OPP, ALEX MT. V. DEPOT. A tip-top specific for throat and lung affections. Not merely "a man's whiskey"—but a family liquor, safe and efficacious to give young or old when ailing. $1 a bottle and to be had only at the SHOOMAKER Co. 1331 E street. 'Phone 1158. Drunkenness Safe, Harmless. Guarantee Cure. Can be given Secretly, patient will lose all taste for drink without knowing why. To advertise our remedy we will mail $2.00 box, 10 days' treatment for $1.00. Two boxes will cure any ordinary case. Particulars for stamp, LA RUE Chemical Co, 1017 Areh St., Philadelphia, Pa. 1 Gives the names of dead and living friends tells who and when you will marry also of business journeys lawsuits, absent friends health or anything you wish to know, no matter what it is. He can call up your spirit friends and show them to you. Can make them rap all around the room. He asks no questions don't ask you to write names or him. Don't try to pump you in any way, out tells you right off. He is thoroughly incursed by leading spiritualists everywhere, received from them a gold medal and special license to practice his wonderful powers; credentias no one else can show can give thousands of references to both white and colored patrons Twenty-five years' practice—seven in brooklyn—will show you that he can do 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 short what is best to do. He will succeed when all others fail. Positive satisfaction or no pay. Call and see. You will find it luck to consult this (christian gentleman. He has a medicine that will cure drunkenness; can be given patients not knowing it. Thousands through him are now RICH HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL with all their undertakings,while those w e neglect his advice are still laboring again poverty. Through his perfect knowledge chemistry he can impart to you a secret that will overcome your enemies and win you friends. His aid and advice has often been solicited; the result has always been the securing of speedy 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. It is the curse of Spiritualism that in all large cities there are a class of men and women who claim powers they do not possess. They have neither gifts, credentials, nor references. 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, capitalist, 2481 Atlantic avenue; the Hon. William Denmore, architect and builder, 47 Cleveland avenue, and Mr. Arthur Sewell, ship builder South Brooklyn. All have known him for the past ten years. He gives a free test of his power to all. The doctor has practiced five years in New Orleans, St. Louis, Memphis 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 I came to New York from Albany. I was a stranger in a strange city, 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. I did. He told me the cause of my troubles; he took me in and treated me as a brother. Through him I got a good position that very week. I had been to others, they took my money and did me no good. I bless the day I first met Dr. Shea. I would advise all in bad luck, sick or in trouble to go to him at once. SCOTT'S MAGIC AIR STRAIGHTENER AND GROWER A is guaranteed to be perfectly safe and harmless is the most wonderful hair preparation in the world, to make kinky, harsh and stubborn hair grow long, straight, soft, pliable and glossy. restores color, and grows hair on bald heads ar thin places. A great hair tonic for all scalp diseases. Price, 25 and 50 cents. SCOTT FACE BLEACH AND BEAUTIFIER, 25 cts. SCOTT'S WONDERFUL PILE CURE (for ever kind and degree) 25 cts. SCOTT'S NASAI CREAM FOR ALL FORMS OF CATARRH, 25 cts. For sale at all drug stores or sent by mail on receipt of price. Stamps accepted. Agents wanted. Can make $75 to $150 per month. Write for instructions. Enclose 2c. stamp for reply. P.O. Box 570. SCOTT REMEDY CO., Louisville, Ky. Active agents can make $75.00 per month by selling our remedies. Enclose 2 cent stamp for reply. SCOTT REMEDY CO P. O. Box, 507 Louisville Ky. A. H. Brooklyn, August 15, 1881—This letter is to certify that my husband had gone away and had been absent two years. I mourned for him night and day. I gave him up as dead. Hearing of the wonderful things Dr. Shea was doing I resolved to consult him. He told me that my husband was alive and well and where he was; told me he would come home and when. To my joy all 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. I am a poor woman and I was almost insane. I went to Dr. Shea and he told me I would find my money and to my intense joy I find it as he told me. I thank God there is a man so gifted in our midst, that can help people and tell them what to do. Mrs. Mary Miller, A SENSATION IN BROOKLYN-MINISTER'S STATEMENT I wish to state that one of my parishioners was sick and in trouble for a long time, Mrs. Brown, 37 Gay street. No one seemed to understand her case. She had several doctors but none of them seemed to know what was the matter. None could do her any good. It was my duty as her pastor to call and see her. Hearing of the wonderful work being done by Dr. Shea the last few years, I thought I would call and see him myself. I found him a sympathetic gentleman. He gave me a wonderful test of his powers, told me to send him a lock o. patient's hair, which I did by her daughter. He told at once what was the matter, and in a short time cured her sound and well. Her family had seemingly been under a cloud. Now all is changed. All are well and prosperous. I can truly and heartily recommend Dr. Shea, to all those in sickness or distress of any kind. Rev. William Johnson, pastor Lebanon church, Brooklyn. Dr. Shea can show thousands such as the above. has been carefully educated in the Homeopathic and Electric Schools of Medicine. His success is wonderful in curing paralysis Rheumatism. Asthma, Sore Eyes, Tumors, Cancers, Constipation, Ague, Dyspepsia, Tape Worms, Liver Complaints, Deafness, Catarrh, Dropsy, Piles, Nervous Debility, Heart Diseases, Consumption, Diseases of Women and Children, Fits, Kidney Disease, and strange mysterious diseases which others don't understand. All diseases, no matter what they be. Nothing but honorable treatment, He can and will honestly tell you if you can be cured. Has all new remedies and new success. Has an ample experience in public hospital and private clinics. No trifling with human life. Call at once. Do not delay. Diplomas hang in parlors. Is a registered physician. A new remedy to rheumatism just discovered, not a liniment. Hopeless cases and those that others can not cure solicited to call. At tolkens thin, the childless made parents. All letters must contain $1.00, two stamps, age, look of hair. Charges for medical treatment only. Closed Sundays. Mention this paper. 651 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, N. Y. 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may quickly ascertain our opinion free whether an invention is probably patentable. Communications strictly confidential. Handbook on Patents sent free. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive special notice, without charge, in the Scientific American. A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest circulation of any scientific journal. Terns, $3 a year; four months, $1. Sold by all news dealers. MUNN & Co. 361 Broadway, New York Branch Office. 625 F St., Washington, D.C. MRS. DR. RENNER SPECIALIST on obstetrics; gold medal awarded for the science of obstetrics from the University of Muni ch. Bavaria: treats successfully women complaints and irregularities; private sagittarium for ladies before and during confinement, Officehours from 8 to 6 p.m. 619 Penn, Avenue, Washington, D. C Albert Ayers, 2987 Atlantic Avenue. ```markdown ``` MAKYELOUS MEDIUM. DR SHEA THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. O. City Paragraphs. The A. M. E. Zion General Conference is "In our midst." For banquets and parties the Dalmo Koonoe cafe cant be beat. Rev. W. Bishop Johnson is confined to his home with the gout. Miss Sarah Lewis, principal of Cook school is sick at her residence. The commencement of the Howard Medical School will take place May 8. Rev. J. Albert Johnson has been returned to the pastorate of Metropolitan A. M. E. church for the fifth year. Mrs. Thomas A. Queenan of Brook- lyn, N. Y. is the guest of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ware, 228 Massachusetts Avene n.e. Miss Bertha Grace Howard, a teacher of the Slater school is doing very nicely. Her work is thorough and her modest recognition of this fact brings a firmer realization to the eyes of her friends. Rev. J. B. Colbert, one of the brightest young men in the A. M. E. Zion connection, is arranging to publish a daily edition of the Star of Zion during the session of the General Conference. Exercises in memory of Prof. T. B. Heed will be held in the Andrew Rankin chapel, Howard University, tomorrow at 4 o'clock p. m. Educators and the public generally are cordially invited to be present. Miss Minnie A. Lucas has as guest this week Miss Martha Pollock of Norwich, Conn. Miss Pollock comes as a delegate from her native state to attend the annual convention of the Good Samaritans in this city. Mrs. Ida Simpkins, nee Belcher, who has been living in Boston for the past two years, stepped over in the city a few days last week as the guest of her aunt. Mrs. Simpkins was on her way to Augusts, Ga., her old home. The McKinley House at 489 Mo. ave., has been undergoing quite a deal of Spring improvements. The dining room has been newly papered and kalsomined and the whole house put in first class shape, and best all the house is doing a first class business. Why the President doesn't see what ten-strike he could make with the Negro voters by appointing Governor Pinchback to the place on the industrial commission made vacant by this resignation of one W. P. Kalchford who should never have been on it in the first place. Rev. O. M. Waller, Rector of St. Luke's church, is recuperating after an attack of la gripe, in Brooklyn and Manhattan Beach, N. Y. He delivered a most telling address to the Long Island church in Brookly Monday night last. He is expected home in a few days. The commencement exercises of Howard University Medical Department will take place Tuesday evening May 8th at the First Congregational church, corner 10th & G streets, northwest. Senator Gallinger will deliver the address. The classis unusually large and efficient this year and a large attendance is expected. The Mezart Club held their fourth annual reception Thursday night of last week, Apr. 26, at the residence of the President, J C. Dorsey, 1329 South Carolina ave., s.e. The parlors were mose tastefully decorated with flowers, ivy and palms. There were about 500 well-wishere, frie ld s and members in attendance. Addresses were made, choice music, and the affair was a grand success. Mr. James H. Thomas is secretary and manager of this thriving organization. The great spring medicine! Harris' New Blood Tonic makes old people feel young, gives new blood, new life, strengthens the timb, brightens the intellect, quickens the step, sharpens the appetite, removes all aches and pains in the back, joints or limbs. The Great and wonderful blood and skin cleanser. Pleasant to take, small doses and quick cures. Powerful and effective but harmless. Only 50 cents. Mail orders received. Prepared only by Harris Chemical Company, 3rd and F sts, s. w. Washington, D. C. Rey. J. J. Blackshear, pastor of the Corinthian Baptist church of Indianapolis, Ind., is in the city and will preach at the Second Baptist church at eleven a.m., tomorrow and those who desire to hear an eloquent and practical sermon will do well to visit the church. Rev. Blackshear is one of the strong forces in Indiana and is pastor of one of the most popular churches there. He is the guest of his brother, Dr. W. T. Blackshear of the Post Office Department who has made his stay in this city a very pleasant one. Mr. Blackshear will return West next week. Recently a medicine has been placed on the market purporting to have been made from the formula used by the discoverer of the Indian Herb remedies, the late J. P. Kerr. This is a gross misrepresentation, in order to palm off on unsuspecting persons something other than the Kerr remedies. No one other than the widow of the late J. P. Kerr, or her manager, L. J. Hayden, has any knowledge of the formula for such medicine. Do not be misled but come to 620 N. Eutaw street and obtain the "genuine medicine," as it is the only place in the city where the remedies can be procured. The Delmo Koonce cafe is the finest this side of New York City. THE SUMMER SEASON IS ON. Captain L.J. Woollen, the manager of the River Queen, announces in another column to the public that the books are opened for excursions to Notley Hall, that popular summer resort, and that the River Queen has been repainted, refitted up in every way and new electric lights put in at the expense of five thousand dollars and is in better condition than ever to serve the public. Captain Woollen needs no introduction to the Washington public. As manager of the River Queen and other boats, he has always been a prime favorite with the people. His books are opened for charters and the churches, societies, social clubs and all organizations which desire good dates should call on him at once and make arrangements for them. Already the list is very large but many of the best dates are opened. The following dates have all taken: June 12, Minutemen Club, "15, Masonic Order, "18, The Keystone Pleasure Club. " 19, Odd Fellows. Georgetown. " 21, Young Men's Protective League. " 22, Young Men's Immediate Relief, " 25, Felix Lodge, Ond Fellows, " 29, The Epicurean Pleasure Club. A list of the charters will be published in this paper from week to week so that the date of charters will be known. I buy all my cream and water ices in the popular Delmo Koonce cafe. ```markdown ``` Be Not Deceived RECOGNIZING THE FACT that there are many so-called hair growers and strongeners now being offered on the market, and knowing to a certainty that many of these are irradiated pure and simple, we wish to make a straight forward statement to the colored people of America, through its paper. THE COLLECTION AMERICAN. In the year of 1871 our present Secretary through a formal circumstance acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was rot 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 curses all forms of itching humiliating scalp diseases, stops the hair from falling out and BEFORE. AFTER. 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 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 you your money provided you are not satisfied with the preparations we manufacture if our goods were not true to all we claim for them? Ozone will positively take 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, etc. It will stop your hair from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair Long and Soft, Fine and Silky and beautiful as an April morning. 10,000 people BEFORE. CHRISTOPHER ENG CO. RAICHMOND, VA. AFTER. are to-day using Ozono and not one complaint. We have thousands of testimonials we've not space to publish. 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, Blackburg Va., writes: Your preparation has proven true to all you claim for it. The Price of OZONO is 50 cents a box. It takes from three to four boxes to accomplish the treatment. We make this liberal offer for a limited time only. Cut out this coupon and send it to us with $1.00 and we will forward to you 4 boxes of Ozono and ore bottle of Electric Skin Refiner which makes black skin bright, rough skin soft and cures all skin diseases. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food—natures 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 Oder. A positive cure for Sore Throat, all forms Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet, also Removes all Smells and Odors arising from the human body such as Feet, Arm Pits, Etc. Cut out and mail this Coupon to us with One Dollar and get this grand Combination Offer as this opportunity will not occur again. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO. 411 NORTH 23rd STREET. .....RICHMOND, VIRGINIA..... I enclose you $1.00 (One Dollar) for which send me the following goods at once; 4-[FOUR] Large Boxes“Ozono” Hair Grower and Hair Straightener. 1-[ONE] Large Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner. 1-[ONE] Large Jar Electrical Skin Food. 1-[ONE] Lage Package Anti-Odor. My Name is: Name..... House No.... Street..... City.... County.... State....