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The COLORED American A NATIONAL REGRO NEWSPAPER NECRO JOURNALISM AGAIN. A Practical Journalist Discusses the Combination of a Few Well Established Newspapers and Their Forces The Impossibility of the Schema Messrs Fortune, Mitchell, Cooper, Manly and Chase Named. We hear a great deal of talk now and then about a monster newspaper combination, from which a national Negro daily is to be evolved. Somebody from somewhere writes that the Richmond Planet, The Colored American and the New York Age—sometimes it is this combination and sometimes it is varied slightly—any how the idea is that these representative journals are to pool issues and merge their forces into a single paper to be published here. Let us see. One proposition names Mr. Edward E Cooper as editor, with T Thomas Fortune, John Mitchell as staff writers, and A L Manly, of the Daily Record, is mentioned as po sitk material for city editor or reporter. This seems to be the popular combination, and a mebody here suggests that the paper be issued simultaneously at Washington and New York—perhaps the gentleman is a disciple of Alfred Harmsworth and wishes to spread the tabloid fashion of journalism. It is my humble opinion that all such schemes are visionary and impossible, however well they may read on paper. It is an unfortunate circumstance that there is so much jealousy among the leaders of the newspaper world that the forces that might make good cannot work in harmony together. It is regrettable, but it is true, and a fact that must be taken account of when union is talked of. Each is a 'big fish,' and when the swallowing act is consummated, each wants to be the one that absorbs the others. There does not seem to be an acceptance of the Schley theory that "there is glory enough for us all." Again, with each editor picking up what he can financially, in most anyway he can, dabbling here and there, with little regard for system or method, paying to his help what he can spare, and of times keeking his books in his head, what hope could there be that an honest division of revenues could be made with satisfaction to men who place as high a value upon their services as Messrs Cooper, Mithell. Fortune or Manly? Upon what policy could any two of these able thinkers agree for two consecutive day? During what single week could their political and personal interests be identical so as to produce a consistent race organ? Experience has fully shown that one large that might be powerful in concert are scattered and weakened by the jealousies, blickerings, unfair dealing and foolish desire for spurious display of greatness. Three papers are not needed in Washington, for the support which The Colored American, The Bee and the Record receive would not, if combined pay three capable men for their full time. Whether this is the fault of the people or the misfortune of the ruthless may be an open question. The people have the money. Each of the men has ample experience in the business. REV, S. A. HOWELL, Pastor of Wesley Grove Christian Church, Newport News, Va. How can the producer and consumer be brought together on a profitable basis? Would consolidation solve the problem, if one could possibly dream of the man on a paper is all that it can stand, and the remainder of the staff must be obscure individuals, to be content with a little o al prominence and small financial returns. As rapidly as the big man need a paper, instead of attempting the impossible in the way of combining with existing sheet, he must start one of his own, and be "the whole thing." In this way newspapers are multiplied and real influence destroyed. Forces unique firm of Cooper, Chase, and Manly equal shareers? It was not my intention to go into this question deeply, but it is a subject which gives rise to an infinite sea of speculation, and offers much that is positively interesting. The country would be glad to hear Messrs Cooper, Fortune, Chase, Manly, Mitchell, et al., and learn their views upon a policy which they as principals could speak with authority. Are they in sympathy with the combination idea suggested in The American a few days ago? Is such a combination feasible? If so, upon what basis? We need fewer and better papers, but who will submit to being absorbed and deposed from absolute leadership, even if that leadership be a cheap and tawdry thing? If a daily is really wanted here, why not give Mr. Manly a subscription list of 10,000 out of 90,000 Negroes in Washington? It would not interfere with the weekly field so well sustained by Messrs. Cooper and Chase. If consolation is the proper thing, why not merge The American and The Bee, absord The Record, the property all reverting to the corporation, with the three proprietors as a board of control, print the Record as a daily, using the American and its national clientage as the weekly edition of the Record—or whatever name may be agreed upon. Choose an editor, business manager, a cashier and employ heads of departments, with power to develop their work along approved lines. If anything can be done in the way of consolidation, and these men can get along in harmony, this strikes your correspondent as the best plan. 'That it will all end in talk of the "hot air" variety, however, is the humble, but sorrowful opinion of R. W. THOMPSON. - In The Freeman. Here's a Novelty. Some great co'ored men who are little known at the present day will be presented to the Bethel Literary and Historical Association next Tuesday exening by Mr. Danie Murray of the Library of Congress and Mr. W. B Hayson of the High School. PRICE FIVE CENTS. IN GOD'S KINGDOM. A Gifted Young Divine Goes to a Barren Field and Smites the Rock-His Efforts are Crowned With his Blessings-The Career of Rev. S. A. Howell-Notes of his Work. "The righteous shall flourish as a branch," says the scriptures, and never was this passage better exemplified than in the life of Rev. S A. Howell, whose manly face adorns this page. Born amidst the roaring of the cannon and the booming of the guns that struck the shackles of slavery from his people, his life has been devoted exclusively to the further emancipating them from ignorance and sin. Going to Newport News a few years back, he found the Wesley Grave Christian church strugging in the throes of poverty—both in finance and numbers. By almost superhuman efforts by day and by night he has raised it to a standard of enviable excellence. He found his church a shanty sandwiched in between "bars and bad women"—in a lace not calculated to draw all elements—all classes up to him. He soon purchased ground on 19 h street in a most desirable location, where he has erected a beautiful structure, dedicated to God and His kingdom, also a handsome parsonage along side of it. Rev. Howell's revivals are the most largely attended and usually show greater results than any other in these parts. With the cares of his family and his church and other business affairs, he finds time "to teach the young ideas to shoot," having a large school in his old place of worship, requiring an assistant to help him in his efforts to raise our people to a higher standard of civilization. He is distinctly a scholar and thinker and his style of oratory is strikingly convincing and enticing for his pews are ever crowded. He is held in the highest regard by the people of Newport News and the denomination with which he is identified, being President of the United Christian Convention South and editor of the Religious Inquirer, an organ devoted to the Masters work and the diffusion of general knowledge to our race. A perusal of its columns shows that its editor is a writer of no mean ability. Much of his success he attributes to his wife who is an indefatigable worker in whatever interests him. Being yet a long way from "old age" he has many days of usefulness before him which as in the past will be spent in building up the Master's kingdom. Watson Park Opening The above delightful Summer resort had its formal opening to the public Tuesday, April 30th. This ideal place was thronged with pleasure seekers who either strolled about the beautiful laid out park or listened to the delightful strains of music by Prof. Benj. Holmes' Orchestra. A lunch was prepared by the ever genial proprietor and all enjoyed the festivities of the occasion. WE WOULD LIKE TO KNOW What is the matter with Roosevelt for 1904. Why it is so difficult: for a woman to be smart without being too smart. If it is true that sepiling and history are now taught in the public schools of the District. How would one Thomas W. Gilmer do as a member of the Board of District Commissioners. If the people of the District are satisfied to let the Afro-American Council die of inanition. IfMr. W. C. Payne isn't winning deserved laurel as a dignified and eloquent presiding officer. Why mothers are not more careful about the company their daughters keep; male and female. When do some of the literary members of the Pen and Pencil Club perform their literary labors. Why Negroes accept without protest the inferior seats at the Academy of Music and Lafayette Square theater. Why some silly Negroes are tickled to death when they imagine some equally silly person has mistaken them for white. If J. Henry Lewis doesn't give evidence that he learns something new as he grows older, and improves with the years. Why it takes people so long to discover that the best way to quarrel with an insignificant foe is to ignore his existence. Why there is so much sickness in the departments on the day following a holiday or the semi-monthly payment of salaries. Why the retention of a relative in office is deemed by some men as sufficient reward for selling out the interests of a race. What will the National Association of Colored Women do at Buffalo; ditto the National Afro-American Council at Philadelphia. If Metropolitan A. M. E. church will adopt the Townsend idea of a vested choir, which is meeting with popular acceptance in the West. If the erstwhile candidates for Recorder of Deeds have not found out that the time for disappearing was up to them in emphatic fashion. If W. T. Fergusen is not inclined to smile grimly when the subject of forcing theatrical managers to respect the civil rights law is mentioned. Why the Washington Post is so worried about the future of Mr. George H. White, who has amply demonstrated his ability to take care of himself. What do we get under the army reorganization, and likewise, where do we come in in the civil service of the insular possessions of the United States. Why colored laborers are detailed for clerical work at the Government Printing Office, when they could easily be given a rating as clerks and paid accordingly. How many Negroes are aware that the True Reformers have established a store here where anything from a nutmeg to a ton of ice can be supplied at reasonable rates. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. Q. Why the masses of Negroes cannot be induced to move toward the several thriving suburbs of Washington' like Brookland, Good Hope, Ivy City, and the broad lands beyond Georgetown. What is the "national organizer" of the Afro American Council doing to spread the influence of the organization—how many subordinate councils have been organized in the states through this official. If it wouldn't be well if several of our choir leaders to hint to some of the broken-down singers that song services are designed for the edification of the public, and not to exploit musical antiquities, who have outlived their usefulness. If Dr. Phil, A. Hubbard the "Dollar Money King," in smashing all records at money-raising as financial secretary of the A. M. E. Church, isn't making a successful bid for the title of "Wizard," as well as travelling a royal road to the Bishopric. Why our distinguished lesders do not exert themselves more strongly toward securing good berths and promotions for the active young newspaper men, who in season and out of season are adding to the power and prominence of the aforesaid leaders. 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Blackburn, the genial and well-known proprietor of the "Waldorf" died last Friday morning after a short illness, in the forty first year of his age. Mr. Blackburn is an example of the fact that colored men, with tact and integrity can succeed in business. He came to Baltimore four years ago after having surveyed ot'er fields, and opened up a sma'l lunch room on Druid Hill avenue and his business grew to that extent that he moved a few doors above the first location and opened a hotel and restaurant known as the "Waldorf." At the time of his death Mr. Blackburn was doing a business of about $20,000 annually. The funeral took place from Perquin's Square Baptist church on Monday, Rev. F. R Williams officiating; the pallbearers were prominent citizens. Mr. Blackburn leaves a widow, one child and a host of friends to mourn his loss. The Manhattan club, Baltimore's leading social organization, gave an elaborate past lenten function at Music Hall on the 12th. Guests were present from Washington and Philadelphia. The Maryland Colored Teachers' Association held its annual meeting recently, at Morgan College, this city. The principal features were a paper by Superintendent of Instruction Van Sickle on "Manual and Industrial Training," which provoked a lively discussion; and "Talks on Teaching," by Dr. L. B. Moore of Howard University. Prof. Joseph H. Lockerman, of Morgan College was re-elected president. Politics seem to be the paramount issue. The Republicans are s'raining every nerve to win the coming councilmanic fight so as to pave a way for republican success next fall in the state election. The disfranchisement law passed at the recent extra session of the legislature will be the battle-cry. Night schools are open all over the city and a large percentage of the present illiterates will be sufficiently "educated" to vote in May. Mr. Hiram Watty is a candidate for re-election in the 17th ward. He is making the fight of his life, for there are over 700 illiterates in the 2800 colored voters in this ward and he is engaged in the education of them and fighting an independent fight by Mr. D. D. Dickson the colored lawyer. Mr. Watty held a rousing meeting last Monday night. Mr. J. H. Murphy, the editor and manager of the Afrc-American who has been ill for some time will soon be out. The alumni association of the Colored Polytechnic Institute held a meeting on Thursday to arrange for their annual banquet. A Musical and Literary Evening. A very fine affair will take place at the Conservatory of Music, next Wed. May 1st. when Miss Jeanette Tayl r, Messrs. Daniel Brooks, Winston Payne, J Thos. Butler, Alexander Small, and Wm. Robinson, will appear in a short high art program of musical and literary renditions. The occasion which promises to bring together quite a brilliant party, is under the patronage of the Register of the Treasury and Mrs. Lyons, Mr. and Mrs. H. D Mason. Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Pettiford, Mrs. J W. Cromwell, Mrs Langston, Misses Jackson Eilen Lucas, Vergie Shepherd, May Brown, Marle Wright. THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. C. THE BASE BALL NEWS. Winnie, don't forget to cut out that slow ball when McGraw comes to bat. You remember Sweet Alice Ben Bolt. I wouldn't lob it up to Lajoie either. He won't do a thing to it. Are we to have the old Winnie day, the day when all the girls come in free and jonah the home team with painful regularity? The hospital rooters will be missed. They were a loyal contingent but didn't count much in the gate receipts. There was a cruel suspicion that many a "fan" who didn't have the price of admission had himself run over by a trolley car in order to be taken to the sick ward where he could take in the game from from his cot. We must have two of the four games with Baltimore. We are no longer anybody's "consommay." Not even o'd hated Baltimore. Looking for a good thing ourselves. In Col. 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A Godsend to suffering humanity because it produces an abundant, and beautiful growth of soft, fine hair. As the hair grows it softens and becomes straight. "LUSTORONE" cures all scalp diseases. Removes scurf and dandruff. Causes the hair to grow out again on bald spots and bare places. It is the greatest hair tonic on earth. To prove the merits of this great remedy, we will send to any one who will send us their name and address together with roc. to pay for mailing case and postage, a free SAMPLE that will prove its own worth. Write to DOMINION M'E'G CO. 2220 East Marshall St. Richmond, Va. THE WONDERFUL Static Electricity AND X-RAY under the guidance of DR. CZARRA, are certainly curing people who had thought their cases incurable. Abscesses and even Cancer are subjugated by the doctor. With the X-RAYS the seat of the trouble can be located, and skillful treatment will hasten a cure. Don't wait until your malady takes too strong a hold. Rupture Cured. 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Washingtons Crack Mandolin and Gui'ar Club Delightfully Entertain Baltimores "400"—An Ovation for the Musicians The promenade concert given by the Aeolian Mandolin and Guitar Club of this city, at Nazarete's Hall in Baltimore, Md. Friday evening April 26th was a great success financially, as well as socially. At 5:40 p. m. sharp the chartered car pulled out of the 6th Street Depot amid the cheers of their many friends and well wishers. Arriving at 6:40 in Baltimore a reception committee of young ladies and gentlemen met the club and its guests and escorted them to the hall where a sumptuous banquet had been prepared. After the banquet at 8 o'clock sharp the club rendered its first number on the program, and from the raptuous applause the success of the evening was assured. By 8:30 standing room was at a premium. Never before was a concert hall filled with more beautifully dressed young ladies. Space will not permit a description. Mr Joseph H. Douglass as usual carried the audience by storm and Mr. W. H. Fossett has made for himself an unenviable reputation in Baltimore. At the conclusion of the program, the Monumental Orchestra under the leadership of J. Henry Anderson furnished music for dancing until one o'clock, after which the club returned to its private car, where luncheon was served to their many friends who had so royally entertained them Cards, music and songs were indulged in until 3 o'clock when the train left for Washington. The success of the concert is due to the management of Messrs. J. Melville Lee, E Bernard Tayloure, T. Evans Ferrandis and J. Henry Anderson of Baltimore, Md. The following ladies and gentlemen form the personnel of the club: Ralph V. Cook, president; James E. Walker, secretary; Daniel A. Brooks, director; Walter P. Napper, manager; Berkley C. Waller, advance agent. First Mandolins—D. A. Brooks, J. E. Catlett, H W. Freeman, A. P. Lewis, H S McCard, Mary Shepherd, Mary E Smith, R B. Stewart, James E Wolker. Second Mandolins - Maude Johnson, Beatrice J. Ridgley, Eul Ross, Cuester Turlay, Benj. Washington, Clarence K. Wormley. Guitars-P. D. Brook, G. B. Benjamin, R. V. Cook, C. B. Jackson, W. P. Napper, A. T. Ridgely. Violin, Jessie A. Wormley; Cello, Marie I. Williams; Accompanist, Reginald F. Brooks. Those who accompanied the club to Balqimore, Md. were: Mesdames Bessie Johnson, Lucy E. Shepherd, Jas. W. Gray, Martha Barker, John H. Brooks, Blanche Robinson, Helen Wormley Anderson, Dr. A. M. Curtis-Messrs, Lewis H. Douglass, Charles R. Douglass, Samuel B Jackson, Alfred Peters, Furman Wormley, Manning C. Jones, Wm. L Hawkin, Hiram Gray, G. J Butler, Dr. W. A. Warfield, Misses Corene Wallace, Sally Johnson, Mattie Williams, Addie Wormley, Jennie Robinson, May Bradford. Avail yourself of the opportunity to secure one of those modern apartments in the Linden or Harewood, corner 3rd and Oak streets. Rent reduced. Miss Hallie E. Boyd of Louisa, Va. was in the city attending the nuptials of Miss Gertude Lightfoot of Madison St. to Mr. M. W. Spencer of Wilmington, Del. THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. United Order of True ORGANIZED Jan Office 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd An order devoted to the interests of its business relations. We offer you an opportunity, in enterprises owned and controlled by men, who are members of the Order. If you are sound in health and mind, of than three (3) years nor older than sixty (6) There are two Fountains, the Subordina 1 Order of True Reformers ORGANIZED January 1, 1881. 606 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - Richmond, Va. voted to the interests of its members, both in their home and s. We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged business invest- rises owned and controlled by the Order and managed by col- are members of the Order. bound in health and mind, of good moral character, not young- ears nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible to membership to Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebud. United Order of True Reformers. ORGANIZED January 1, 1881. Office 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - Richmond, Va. An order devoted to the interests of its members, both in their home and business relations. We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged business investment, in enterprises owned and controlled by the Order and managed by colored men, who are members of the Order. If you are sound in health and mind, of good moral character, not younger than three (3) years nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible to membership. There are two Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebud. SUBORDINATE FOUNTAINS. To join the Subordinate Fountain you may. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to a the country you pay 35 cents per month a months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per mo As Sick Benefits you receive from $6 00 ments. As Death Benefit, your family receive After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. 4.60 to $6.60 (according to age.) as joining fee. If you live in the pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per pay as taxes 80 cents per month. Benefits you receive from $6.00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly pay. Benefit, your family receives $75.00 if you die within a year. The Death Benefit is $125.00 To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6 60 (according to age,) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6 00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75.00 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 A BOSEBUD FOUNTAINS. To join the Rosebud Fountain von must be between 3 and 14 year of age. You pay $1.00, either cash or by installments. The monthly dues are either 15 or 25 cents as Fountains may decide. The annual tax is 10 cents. You receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4 00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will be paid $24 50 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $37. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, there are Three (3) Classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. All dues are payable annually or quarterly. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 ye dues, $4 75 to $7 60. The Certifica'e is var. After one year, its value is $200 to $65 In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 year $9 50 to 11.40. The Certifica'e is valued fir one year its value is $500 to $300 In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 year $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from d You are entitled to a Life Membershi Classe B and E upon purchase of the req pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of T 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with HALF MILLION DOLLARS. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual dues, $4 75 to $7 60. The Certifica'e is valued first year at from $100 to $33. After one year, its value is $200 to $65 In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6 50. Annual dues, $9 50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After one year its value is $500 to $300 In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13 50. Annual dues, $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1 000 to $700. You are entitled to a Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in Classe B and E upon purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264 75, ever a HALE MILLION DOLLARS. BEE HIVE THE BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound and flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Order but the race as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The capital stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of any other regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by the same safeguards. The stock sells for $5,000 a share to RESOURCES. Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,983 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1,388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 The Reformer's Grocery and Food Store Richmond, Va., and members of the Order 20 per cent. on the cost of food products. THE REFORMER is the newspaper public office in Richmond, Va. It stands for the voicen operation and combination of the race and the General Messenger and the General Agent per year. A well equipped job office bids for turned out in first class style and at low price. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico 634 acres of land, and established thereon an example of liberality and broad-minded generance to this home to its members alone, no doors are opened to the aged and decrepit residence or connections. The Order makes charity, and calls upon the whole people, be and West to assist by their contribution the idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as Contributions can be forwarded to the casse who will send receipt for same and account. Members of the Order and the public, we invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 1000 and desirable location. Service is of the best. The Real Estate Department manages the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings with a fee simple value of $122,500. In addition to buildings. members, and pays 20 per cent. dividends. Both time and demand deposits are received and 4 per cent. interest is paid on time desposits. The following is a copy of the Cashier's report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia at close of business Sept.. 5, 1900 and shows its flourishing condition:— RESOURCES. Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 O her stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,393 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1,388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 LIABILITIES. Capital stock paid in ..... 88,125 00 Surplus fund ..... 80,957 81 Undivided profits ..... 6,826 80 Demand certificate of deposit ..... 96,786 29 Time certificates of deposit ..... 118,424 74 Total ..... 391,120 64 The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store is located at 501 North Sixth St., Richmond, Va., and members of the Order and the public generally are saved 20 per cent. on the cost of food products. THE REFORMER is the newspaper published by the order from its own of fice in Richmond, Va. It stands for the voice of the people, representing cooperation and combination of the race and is the Beacon Light, the Headlight, the General Messenger and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is $1.00 per year. A well equipped job office bids for the work of the people, which is turned out in first class style and at low prices. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has purchased 634 acres of land, and established thereon an "Old Folk's Home." With unexampled liberality and broad-minded generosity, the Order does not limit entrance to this home to its members alone, nor even to members families, but the doors are opened to the aged and decrepid of the whole race, regardless of their residence or connections. The Order makes itself the trustee for this glorious charity, and calls upon the whole people, black and white, North, East, South and West to assist by their contribution the carrying out of this praiseworthy idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as a Grend Rally Day for the Home. Contributions can be forwarded to the casnier of the Reformer's Savings Bank, who will send receipt for same and account for it to The Grand Fountain. Members of the Order and the public, when visiting Richmond, Va., are invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 100 North Sixth St. It is in a pleasant and desirable location. Service is of the best and rates are reasonable. The Real Estate Department manages and controls all property interests of the Ordeer. The Order new owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 hotel with a fee simple value of $122,500. In addition to these the Order leases 18 buildings. For any further information, address W. P. BURKELL, G. W. Secretary W. L. TAYLOR, G. W. Master. n, G. W, Master. --- Mrs. T. W. Allen, of Le Droit Park has been seriously ill for several days. You can secure handsome apartments at the Horewood at reduced rates. The First Separate Battalion will will show up well on the 30th of May—Decoration Day. The Baltimore Cantsta Company rented "Esther" Monday evening to a crowded house at the Second Baptist church. Song service at Asbury M. E. church tom row evening at 7:30 Selections from "Emmanuel," under the direction of Prof. J. Henry Lewis. Gen. Henry Forrest left this city last Friday night for Richmond, Va., where he will spend a week the guest of his friends and acquaintances. Tomorrow at 3:30 p. m., Hon. John P. Green, U. S. Stamp Agent, will address the Second Baptist Lyceum on "John Brown and His Immortals." Special music. All are invited. Upon their own application, Private Joseph Johnson and Sergeant Granville C.C. Pallard, of the First Separate Battalion, have been honorably discharged from the service of the District National Guard. Commencement exercises of Medical Dental and Pharmaceutic Colleges of Howard University will be held May 8, 1901 at the Congregational church, Commissioner Macfarlard will deliver the address to classes. All are invited. Mr. J. Henry Thomas of Boston, Mass. is spending a week in this city the guest of his aunt, Mrs. Ella Washington on Madison street. He was entertained last Monday evening by his friends. The Misses Hattie and Lola Timus of 221 O street, n. w., gave a delightful reception at their home in honor of Mr. and Mrs. John Simms, Thursday evening April 25th. A most enjoyable time was spent by all present. Miss Lucy E. Moten has volunteered her services to instruct the voters of Maryland in the art of reading, so that they may not be debarred from voting correctly at the fall election. Miss Moten is truly a practical race leader. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Holley Holmes of 1519 L street north west, celebrated their twenty-fifth anniversary last Wednesday night. A number of representative people were present and the evening was most enjoyably and pleasantly spent. A song service will be given at the Asbury church, Sunday May 5th at 7:30 p. m. at which time the program will contain selections from the oratorio "Emanuel" and solos by our local talent. Silver offering at the door J. Henry Lewis, director. Major Arthur Brooks is responsible for the statement that the First Separate Battallion does not intend at any time to lose the record it has so long held of turning out the largest per cent of its strength, outranking every other battalion in the District National Guard. Miss Nina L. Guntner of Jersey City, N. J. passed through this city recently enroute to Richmond, and a most elaborate entertainment was given her by Gen. Forrest at the residence of Mrs. Hill, 119 D street s. w. Among those present at this entertainment were Miss Minuette Williams, Mrs. Annie and Ella Bruce, Miss Blanch Hope of Richmond, Va., Miss Naracissie Turner and Mr. and Mrs. "Lennie" Hughes. Mrs. Lucy Whitfield, of 414 I street, n. w., and whose husband is a porter at the great Saks Clothing establishment, left for Jamesville and Wilmington, N. C., Monday, to spend some time with relatives and friends and sniff some of old ocean's breeze. Miss Nannie Barroughs, formerly of this city, but who is now connected with the National Baptist Publishing Association with headquarters at Louisville, Ky., is traveling extensively in the South making speeches at different points. She spoke at Roger Williams University, Nashville, Teen, recently where she received quite an ovation. The alumni of the Catholic University recently made Mr. W. T S Jackson of the Colored High School a member of its executive committee The Catholic University has taken advanced grounds a number of times in its policy and treatment of colored educators. The colored people are watching the progressive strides made by this great institution and are appreciating then for their real value. Rev. Charles S. Bundy, pastor of St. John A. M. E. church in Cleveland, Ohio, passed through the city last Monday enroute to his home after extended trip South. Rev. Bundy was sent by the State Board of Wilberforce University to visit a number of the schools and colleges in the South and among those visited were Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Benedict College, Hamton Normal and Industrial School, and a number of others. Rev. Bundy is also a member of the financial board of the A. M. E church and was in the city while that body was in session here. Cures Weak Men Free Insures Love and a happy Home For All. 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"Dear Sir;--Yours was received and I had no trouble in making use of the receipt as directed and can truthfully say it is a boon to weak men. I am greatly improved in size, strength and vigor." All correspondence is strictly confidential, mailed in plain sealed envelope. The receipt is free for the asking and he wants every man to have it. FOR CHARTER SEASON 1901. STEAMER RIVER QUEEN NOTLEY HALL, GLYMONT AND LOWER CEDAR POINT. RIVER QUEEN The Swift and Commodious Steamer RIVER QUEEN, with Electric Lights and fitted up with all Modern Improvements and licensed by U. S. Inspector to carry 1,000 Passengers. CAN BE CHARTERED TO RUN EXCURSIONS TO NOTLEY HALL, GLYMONT AND LOWER CEDAR POINT. Books are now Open for Charters. FOR TERMS APPLY TO Office: N Street Wbarf, Clvde Line. Telephone 605-2. Residence: 154 E. Capitol St. Telephone 88-Y 2. Opportunities for Colored Men in the West. The Accident Gold Mining Company, Republic, Washington. The officers of the ACCIDENT had to dispose of a few thousand shares in the mines. THE CAPITAL STOCK was 5 cents, assessible to par and mills in the treasury. THE ACCIDENT from the great Republic Mine was various. At the surface the ledge was four GOLD. At the depth of ten feet the ledge was 240 IN GOLD. If the values of each judging from the experience of feet will develop a producing property who are familiar with the form. It is the intention of the commercial development work until the probably producer. It is for the purpose they are offering the first block of The office of the Accident GOLD salaried officers. All money economically used in assisting to deficient reports will be furnished to stall. An opportunity is offered to company and opportunities are offered to South who want to better their life they can find plenty of work at with the other races. The secretary and treasurer of the company and has spent twenty estate dealer and street railway co- pers of the ACCIDENT GOLD MINING COMPANY, one of a few thousand shares of stock for the purpose of THE CAPITAL STOCK IS $50,000, one million assessible to par and not to exceed one mill per treasury. THE ACCIDENT MINE is located in the great Republic Mine which has made this section of surface the ledge was four feet in width and assayed depth of ten feet the ledge is seven feet in width and GOLD. If the values continue to increase in the from the experience of other mines seems probable, develop a producing property, and this is the opinion of the familiar with the formation of the camp. The intention of the company to continue and vigor work until the property is sufficiently developed. It is for the purpose of partially defraying the offering the first block of 5,000 treasury shares at 50 per cent. of the Accident Gold Mining Company is at the office of the Accident Gold Mining Company is at the officers. All money received from the sale of treasured in assisting to defray the expenses of developers will be furnished to stockholders on application. Opportunity is offered to colored men for investment and opportunities are offered to the enterprising company to better their condition, to take their first find plenty of work at good wages and will have other races. Secretary and treasurer of the company, Mr. Romeo, and has spent twenty years in the West as a successor and street railway contractor, The officers of the ACCIDENT GOLD MINING COMPANY have decided to dispose of a few thousand shares of stock for the purpose of developing the mines. THE CAPITAL STOCK IS $50,000, one million shares, par value 5 cents, assessible to par and not to exceed one mill per share, 400,000 shares in the treasury. THE ACCIDENT MINE is located one mile due West from the great Republic Mine which has made this section of the state so famous. At the surface the ledge was four feet in width and assays average $1 10 IN GOLD. At the depth of ten feet the ledge is seven feet in width and assays average $2 40 IN GOLD. If the values continue to increase in the same ratio, which, judging from the experience of other mines seems probable a depth of fifty feet will develop a producing property, and this is the opinion of the best experts who are familiar with the formation of the camp. It is the intention of the company to continue and vigorously prosecute development work until the property is sufficiently developed to become a steady producer. It is for the purpose of partially defraying these expenses that they are offering the first block of 5,000 treasury shares at 5 cents. The office of the Accident Gold Mining Company is at Republic. It has no salaried officers. All money received from the sale of treasury stock is economically used in assisting to defray the expenses of development work. Monthly reports will be furnished to stockholders on application. An opportunity is offered to colored men for investment in this mining company and opportunities are offered to the enterprising colored men of the South who want to better their condition, to take their families West. There they can find plenty of work at good wages and will have equal opportunities with the other races. The secretary and treasurer of the company, Mr. Romeo Marshall, is a colored man and has spent twenty years in the West as a successful miner, real estate dealer and street railway contractor. For further information address, ROMEO MARSHALL, Secretary and Treasurer, Accident Gold Mining Company, P. O. Box 35. Republic, Washington. ROMEO MARSHALL, Secretary and Treas Accident Gold Mining Co 35. Republic, W ROMEO MARSHALL, Secretary and Treasurer, Accident Gold Mining Company, P. O. Box 35. Republic, Washington. WILLIS L. TUNSTELL, MANUFACTURER OF FINE HAVANA CIGARS None Better . PATRONIZE A RACE ENTERPRISE. No. 435 Druid Hill Ave. Baltimore, Md. Having had Early Experience in Handling Tobacco, a Trial Only is Asked. Correspondence Invited. THE COLLEGE AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. Q. BE NOT D TO THE COLORED PE King of all "OZO DECEIVED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. Hair Tonics, BE NOT DECEIVED TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA King of all Hair Tonics, "OZONO." BEFORE. CHRISTOPHER ENG. RICHMOND, VOL. AFTER BEFORE. AFTER. TRADE-MARK. Recognizing the fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing to a certainty that many of these are frauds pure and simple, we wish to make a straight-forward, honest statement to the colored race through this great paper. In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, through a fortunate circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or purchase to any extent until 1875, when it was put upon the market and met with marked success. After a thorough test by the colored people of that time it was pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy, true to all that was claimed for it, and worthy in every respect of the confidence 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. Now, whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there are always a number of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other people's goods. Seeing our marked success, numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair-growers and hair-straighteners, many of which are worthless, causing the hair to fall out and doing great damage to the hair and scalp, and the colored people are buying these spurious compounds, which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. To these let us sound a warning—be careful what you use on your hair. Do not be deceived by flaring advertisements and big words. Buy the King of all Hair Topics. be used on the scalp. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, etc. The actual value of this Grand Aggregation is $4.00, but we let you have it for $1.00, simply to introduce honest goods. In order to protect the public in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we have placed upon our coupon our Trade-Mark, one head showing Short Hair and the other head Long Hair. The U. S. Government has granted us this trade-mark, and it is registered in the Patent Office at Washington; so if the coupon has this trade-mark on it, you will make no mistake. Use only the coupon having the two heads on it. As to our responsibility, we refer you to the Editor of this paper or to the Metropolitan Bank of Richmond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not space to publish. Here is a sample of one: Boston Chemical Company: Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have been fooled so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, Here is another: Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. Gentlemen,—After using OZONO a short while only, I am glad to say that my hair is already straight and growing finely. which is sold with an iron-clad guarantee to do all that is claimed for it, or we will forfeit $50.00. Now, we ask you a plain question—would we absolutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if you are dissatisfied with our preparations, if they were not true to all we claim for them? We have advertised for several years under this guarantee, and we are glad to say that every one who has used Ozono has been satisfied in every respect. A last word. 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Edward Harmon of Sharpnack St. widely known through this section, has met with good success as a huckster. He handles the best that money will buy and supplies first class colored and white people with the best of goods. He and his good help-mate have educated their children and now they are of such age as to use the talent, which their parents struggled to give them. His daughters are well versed in music, and they are organists in the city at several of our large churches. Young men and women to continue to use your talent. It is rumored that Chas. Jefferson will be taken on the police force again. We trust he will become a good keeper of the peace, and not betray his trust. Germantown has a Coontown Concert Company. What next? They will give a concert Thursday night May 25th at Parkers Hall, Main and Price streets, Weston Robinson manager. Mrs. Rachel Cole and Julia Butler of E. Mains street took a flying trip to Atlantic City last Sunday morning to the Delaware Annual Conference. Rev. Molock of Hainesstreet has been transferred to Saulsbury, Md, and Rev. Cotton is his successor. Some of the members regret the change very much. Miss Edith Stewart and Mr. Alexander Dredden, both of Germantown were quietly married at the parsonage of the Bethel A. M. E. church by Dr. Yeocum. They were the recipients of several handsome presents. They had their reception at the grooms house adjoining the parsonage. They will spend their honeymoon at Fort Washington. CHURCH NOTES. The members of Mt. Zion Baptist church gave a cantata on the 25th ult. at the Y. M. C. A. Hall. The old folk's concert given by the young people's union of Jones M. E. church was not what a good many looked forward to. We trust when they call on us again we can get our twenty-five cents worth. The carnival of nations given under the auspices of the C. E. Society of Bethel church, Germantown, realized $84 a neat sum to lay hands on so near conference. The stewardess contemplate giving a banquet. The guests of honor, the Right Rev. William Derrick, D. D. Bishop of the 1st Episcopal District and other eminent divines on the 9th of May. Come early to avoid the rush. It will be held in the spacious dining room of Bethel A. M. E. church, E. Rittenhouse and Morton streets. Mr. Deane performed on his talking machine at Bethel church Thursday evening May the second. Admission was fifteen cents. Wright's Military Band of Wilmington, Del. and Stewart Concert Company gave a concert at Parkers Hall Thursday evening May the second for the benefit of Jones M. E. church, Haines street. Mrs. Belle Baker of Maplewood, ave. had a severe attack of nervous prostration. DO NOT SEND US MONEY! Free Scott's Hair Straightener and Grower - Makes curly hair grow straight and long. Free to patrons Enclose a 2c stamp for particulars Address SCOTT REMEDY Co., Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. A. H. 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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 o neglect his advice are still laboring again poverty. Through his perfect knowledge of 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 opp. 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 Alba ny. 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. Brooklyn, August 15, 1891—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, South Plainfield, N J 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 of 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 distress of any kind. Rev. William John- son, pastor Dr. Shea above, DR SHEA has been carefully educated in the Homeopathic and Electric Schools of Medicine. H1 success is wonderful in curing paralysis Rheumatism, Asthma, Sore Eyes, Tumors, Cancers, Constipation, Ague, Dyspepsia, Tape Worms, Liver Conplaints, Deafness, Catarrh, Dropsy, Pies, 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 pariors. 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. Fat folks thin, the childless made parents. 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Life from cradle to grave, Gives names in full of those you have or will marry; causes happy marriage to those you desire; unites those separated (never fails). If you are in doubt as to the outcome of any undertaking in business, social or domestic life; sickness, divorces, separations, law-suits, lost or absent friends interest you: if you desire to have your domestic troubles removed, your lost love returned, consult or write me. You will be advised the best way to succeed. Patrons attended in all parts of the world. Letters of inquiry answered on receipt of two cent stamps. MRS. C. CARY 1406 WEST YORK STREET, PHILADELPHIA, PA. COME & JOIN! THE NATIONAL CO-OPERATIVE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA. 10 Departments Incorporated in One Viz.: Provision, Fuel, Banking, Insurance, Pub- lishing, Education, Purchasing, Manufact- uring, Employment and Contracting CAPITAL $100,000. Shares $10 to $100, payable $1.00 monthly. Admission fee $1.00. OBJECT—Buy and borrow of ourselves. All kinds of societies and clubs can join. NO PASSWORDS, GRIPS or SIGNS. Agents and organizers wanted. Salary, commission and territory given THIS ASSOCIATION buys properties for members and gives long time to pay for it. Saves them 10 to 25 per cent. on house rent, fuel, provisions and dry goods bill. Loans them money when in need at small interest. Gives them $2 to $10 week when sick (women paid for all complaints). Furnishes doctor, and medicine free. Gives $30 to $450 at death; alr. 90 to $500 if living 10 years. Secures all of EMPLOYMENT for them FREE at at. Incorporated 1895. Organized since the. branches and purchased over $10,000 worth of real estate. Mention this paper. Dr. E. PARKER READ, Founder and Pres. Miss J. PARKER SHIELDS, Secretary. Rev. ALEXANDER H. NEWTON, Treasurer. A THIS COLONIAL AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. The Union Savings Bank LOCATED FOR THE PAST SEVEN YEARS AT 1222 F Street Northwest. WILL REMOVE TO Its New Quarters IN THE ond Building 14th and N. Y. 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The Route Cars run to the new Pennsylvania ave. bridge and for those who drive, follow the straight road and watch the signs. Private parties will be met at the bridge with conveyances. For those who desire to spend the heated term arrangements will be made for trips morning and evening. Help Wanted. Do you want work? Do you want a job? If so, advertise in these columns. Wanted an active, intelligent young man to collect for a reliable business firm. Good place for the right man. Address C, care this office. WANTED TYPEWRITER. A business man can give a permanent position to a lady stenographer of quiet settled disposition. Must be a good speller, write a fair hand and one up on medical terms preferred. The applicant need not necessarily be a shorthand writer. A permanent place and fair salary to the right person address with references and particulars: H P., 226 W. Hill St., Baltimore, Md. An active, energetic young man who has some experience as collector and who can ride a bicycle, can find employment at this office if he desires to work. Enclose a 2c stamp for reply, and we send particulars telling how you can make from $75 to $150 per month, and also be presented with a fine Gold Watch. Address SCOTT REMEDY CO., Box 570, Louisville, Ky. Wanted Rooms If you have a spare room that you would like to rent to desirable parties, advertise them in The Colored American. WANTED—Persons having rooms to rent to families, to young men or to young women, can get tenants by advertising in this column. Wanted a Partner. Wanted a partner for a business already established and paying well. Must have some cash and be able to take a position on salary. Address C, care this office. (Confidential). WANTED—A Business Partner. A man with $500 or more will find a good opportunity for a business investment. The business is well established and the right man will be given employment in a responsible place. For particulars, address, "Business," care of this office. Wanted—A Business Partner. A splendid opportunity is open for a man who understands the catering business and is able to take charge of a summer resort a short distance from Washington in Maryland. The owner of this resort would like to have a first class, enterprising, energetic colored man to take charge and conduct the business. For further information call or address; E. E. Cooper of The Colored American, 459 C street, n w. SPECIAL. Would like a few gentlemen roomers-with or without board. Address "Roomers," this office. Agents Wanted WANTED—TRUSTWORTHY MEN AND women to travel and advertise for old established house of solid financial standing. Salary $750 a year and expenses, all payable in cash. No canvassing required. Give references and enclose self-addressed stamped envelope. Address Manager, 355 Caxton Bldg., Chicago. Active agents are wanted in every city and town in the United States for The Colored American, the greatest and newsiest colored newspaper published. Write for terms. Address The Colored American 459 C street. n. w. Washington, D. C. DID YOU EVER THINK That $10.00 per week Sick and $20.00 Accident would be a very good thing to have around, if only for Pin Money? Special Rates to all readers of this paper. Call or drop a postal to B. H. BAKER, General Agent, For District of Columbia and Virginia. Royal Benefit Society, Room 60 Loan and Trust Building, Cor. 9th and F Sts, Washington, D. C. A BACE MAGAZINE. Do you realize that there is published in Boston, Mass., a high grade illustrated magazine, devoted exclusively to the interests of the Negro race, and which is edited, published and controlled by members of the race? If you would like to see a sample copy of this magazine same will be sent you on receipt of 8 cents in stamps, or one year for $1.50. Address, THE COLORED AMERICAN MAGAZINE, Dept. A, 5 Park Square, Boston, Mass. ```markdown ``` 2 BY ROBERT PELHAM, JR. It is impossible to see how anyone who attended the sessions of the American Social Science Association which held its meeting at the Columbian University in this city during the week of April 20th, could feel at all despondent for the future of the race. If the meetings had been especially arranged to give the colored people an opportunity to bring out their strongest champions and give them an opportunity to state their case, plead their cause, and set forth the progress of the race the result could scarcely have been more satisfactory and helpful. CHARLES DUDLEY WARNER. Last year at the meeting of this distinguished association Mr. Charles Dudley Warner, who has since passed to his reward, and who, by the way, had been counted all of his life as a friend of the colored people, delivered a noted address in which he took the ground, substantially, that the higher education did the colored people no good; that their education should be confined to the elementary branches with industrial training, and that no provision should be made for the college training of the colored youths; all they would need in the higher studies could be obtained cheaper and better in northern colleges, etc. This view brought out a chorus of protests from both races. PROF KELLY MILLER. This year Prof. Kelly Miller was invited to discuss this important subject. This he did, in a speech which seemed to have been inspired. Prof. Miller, one of our ablest orators, was at his best. His audience was made up of the thinkers of both races. He captured it from the start. For clear insight, incisive statement, and comprehensive grasp, it was away above anything yet produced on the race problem. The education of the negro was not, of itself, he said, a thing apart, but an integral factor of the general pedagogical education. Race psychology had not yet been formulated. No reputable authority had indicated just wherein the two races differ in any evident mental feature. In proposing an educational scheme for the negro it should be borne in mind the educational constants which admit of no ethnological variation. Knowledge and virtue have no ethnic quality. The Ten Commandments, the Sermon on the Mount and the multiplication table allows no latitude for racial idiosyncrasies. The common trunk of the tree of knowledge may send forth branches in many directions to meet local, economic and temporary needs. Many educators would establish for the negro a racial tree of knowledge,wi.1 its own peculiar roots, limbs, foliage, flower and fruit. A wise educational scheme for any class can be prescribed only in the light of its comprehensive status. The needs of the race sweep the entire circle of human interests. It can thus be seen what a complex and difficult task one enters upon when he undertakes to prescribe an educational regime for such a people. It is plainly evident that no single program is adequate to such a wide circle of needs. "The dual functions of education," he continued, "was to enable the recipient to make a living for himself, in order that he may make something out of himself. "Life is more than meat. No system of education worthy of the name can be based upon the temporary expedients of a livelihood. While it must take cognizance of such stern necessity, yet it should leap swiftly beyond them to the development of the enduring qualities of mind and soul. The negro's education, therefore, has a larger function than that of the white youth, who has only to qualify for a prepared place. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. "The negro needs industrial training because nine-tenths of the race must make their living by some form of manual exertion for all time which we have the data to calculate. "In the second place, the school is the only avenue through which the negro can form an acquaintance with the higher methods of the industrial arts." The south, he said, should maintain normal schools equal to the requirements of the age. Such private centers as Hampton and Tuskegee could furnish only industrial inspiration and impulse. The elements of agriculture L. M. H. MR. ROBERT PELHAM, JR. should be taught in rural public schools and domestic and industrial arts in the cities. When he had concluded he was greeted with prolonged applause, and congratulated on all sides. He was followed by Professors Moore and Geo. Wm. Cook, of Howard University, both of whom made notable contributions to the discussion. T. B. SANBORN, ESQ. "Home Building and Land Owning by the Industrial Classes of the United States" was the subject under discussion before the Department of Social Economy on Friday morning. T. B. Sanborn, Esq., of Concord, Mass., the eminent chairman of that department, gave a very interesting address upon the subject. Among those who had most felt the need of homes, the speaker mentioned the Negro, and explained how this situation arose out of the conditions that preceded slavery. Mr. Sanborn quoted statistics showing that the ownership of land by Negroes had increased in latter years. He spoke of the aid which had been given to the poorer classes desiring to acquire land by the co-operative banks, throughout the Middle West, especially. Touching upon the threatening increase in centralization of capital, Mr. Sanborn brought his address to a close by stating that the antidote to the ills resulting from this tendency is, and always will be, the ownership of land and homes by the individual. MR. A. F. HILYER Prince Kroptkine, the Russian publisher, who was to lead in the discussion, was absent and it fell to the lot of Mr. Andrew F. Hilyer, who has made the subject of race progress a life study, and to Mr. Robert Pelham, Jr., of Detroit, who has gathered valuable data on "Land Owning by Negroes in the Western States" to show the progress of the race along these lines. The facts and figures presented in a scholarly, scientific manner, was a revelation to the distinguished audience present. Mr. Hilyer, in a brief talk of fifteen minutes, gave a good account of the Negro's progress in that line in the District of Columbia and also spoke for the Southland in general. He showed that the number of home-owning Negroes in the District was greater in proportion to their ratio of the population than the same class among the whites. MR. ROBT. PELHAM, JB. To Mr. Pelham was allotted time to speak for the West. As both of these gentlemen had been called upon "on short notice." Mr. Pelham took recovery to his very interesting paper, "The Negro in the West, a Factor in Race Development," and from a few well-selected papers gave the scientists a good idea of the progress in homebuilding and land-owning the industrial classes among the Western Negroes were making. The Colored American has for some time desired to give its readers the full benefit of Mr. Pelham's interesting facts concerning the West, but, himself a newspaper man of understanding, he quite modestly refused to deliver the goods, saying: "If published in full in the American its length would preclude the presentation of the usual weekly budget of good things." In presenting the "Westerner's" case before the Social Scientists and their friends Mr. Pelham said: "Individual interests in both real and personal estates with a sense of absolute security in both person and property are necessary to develop human ambition and produce a healthy state of mind, encourage industry, frugality, and the accumulation of property. It is therefore gratifying indeed to listen to such facts as have been presented today by my friend Dr. Hilyer, touching the record of the Negro's accumulations in the Southland—in J. MR ANDREW F. HILYER. many parts of which he is neither secure in life nor property—and has a hard row to hoe in the pursuit of happiness. "As to home-building and land-owning among the Negroes in the West, permit me to read a few pages from a paper I recently prepared, touching upon that phase of the question under discussion. "The ultimate prosperity of any people depends largely upon its landed interests. From time immemorial, it has been true that those who own the land will control those who occupy it. The Western Negro recognizing this fact is acquiring fee simple to the land he occupies. In the cities, he devotes his first and best energies to the acquisition of a home, adding to it other real property as circumstances permit. While in the rural districts, thousands of small but prosperous farmers make good the Negro's claim to the title of producer as well as consumer. "Agriculture is accounted the greatest of the arts because it favors and strengthens population, creates and maintains manufactures, and gives employment to navigation and material to commerce. It is, therefore, with some pride of State as well as of race, that I can call attention today, that in Michigan, the State of my adoption, during the past forty years, a colony of Negroes have amply demonstrated their fitness to tickle the soil, and by dint of hard toil and many sacrifices, have proven fallacious the theory that the Negro cannot maintain himself in the West or Northwest. "If you would look upon a fair picture of rural simplicity, fair women, brave men, happy homes, varied products, the charm of country life, and get relief from the stifling atmosphere of the cities, go with me to Cass County, Mich., and I will show you a land that has been preserved and fortified by the practice of agriculture. Where health, wealth, and prosperity have crowned with success the efforts of a number of Negroes who, with self reliance that fails not, dared to brave the difficulties and hardships, together with the snow and ice of Michigan, in search of liberty and broader opportunities. NEGRO PIONEERS "The Negroes who first settled in Cass County were attracted to Calvin township by the friendliness of the whites who were opposed to slavery. It is a matter of record that in 1847, Samson Sanders, a planter of Virginia, died, and by a provision of his will gave freedom to his slaves, some forty in number, and appropriated $15,000 of his estate for the purchase of lands in some free State upon which they were to enter at once. This bequest was fulfilled by the purchase of land in Cass County. Later one Kinchen Artis, a Negro quaker, also led a small colony of Negroes into that county, where they also purchased land. It is said his colony of twenty families, or about one hundred persons, controlled altogether about $4,000 when they entered upon the wild land of Michigan. Among the early settlers were Green Allen, who came from North Carolina, and William Allen from Ohio, who are now living, and counted among the prosperous citizens of the county. "Today Cass County contains a population of about 23,000, of whom about 2,000 are Negroes who operate 170 farms, or a little less than 7 per cent. of the farms of the county. Of these 170 farms, embracing 12,000 acres of land, they own not less than 7,000 acres, or nearly 60 per cent. of the land they till. This 12,000 acres is estimated at $300,000, and the buildings thereon at an additional $80,000. Seventy of the 170 farm operators own their entire farms, ranging from three to 314 acres each. Forty more of the 170 own part of the land they till, while only 52, or less than one-third operate upon lands entirely rented, and much of this land is leased from other and more prosperous Negroes, showing at least $222,000 worth of farm lands and buildings owned by Negroes in the county. "The general farm products, as corn, wheat, oats, clover, hay, potatoes, beans, etc., raised on the farms during 1899, were worth in the aggregate, $73,000, while the horses, cattle, sheep, and swine were worth $70,000 more, and their dairy products, poultry, and wool returns a proportionately large sum which results compare favorably with the value and products of the other farms in the country and show a generally healthy condition. AFRO AMERICAN FARMERS. "These farmers are interested in all that pertains to agriculture, take part in the county fairs and often secure premiums. It is notable that the entire Negro population is prosperous, one man reputed to be worth $150,000, and another more than $50,000. This settlement has now two Afro-American doctors, one lawyer, and owns and controls two stores. Mr. A. R. Byrd is the postmaster at Day post office, and Mr. G. W. Brown at Williamsville. These people control nearly all the township offices, and Mr. Z. O. Beverly, now in the Auditor General's office at the State capital, served two terms as Register of Deeds for the county, while Mr. Byrd, the postmaster, is in his tenth year as Town Clerk. "On many of these Western farms, the air of comfortable thrift, the thorough system displayed in the various departments of farm work, the simple habits and exquisite cleanliness of the owners and their homes recall traditions of the Puritan Fathers, and impress me with the thought that such conditions must develop the same sterling qualities which made the early settlers of this country such potent factors in its development. "This state of affairs may be duplicated in other Western States, and is one of the most hopeful phases of the Negro question. These men are not known outside of their own localities, but they are by no means figureheads in the communities in which they live. They are not concerned in settling the race question, but their children reared in such homes with the advantages of education which their parents could not enjoy, will be able to compel respect where we can only demand it. "A similar condition prevails in many other counties throughout the West, among them, Green County, Ohio; Floyd and Vigo Counties, Indiana; Wyandotte, Labettem and the southern tier of counties in Kansas; Lee County, Iowa; Pike County, Missouri; and Madison County, Illinois. While in the southern counties which compose the 22d Congressional district, of the last named State, some 220 Negro farmers are owners and operators on 18,041 acres of land, valued at about $500,000. The average for the 220 farms is 82 acres each; while 53 of these farmers operate on 10,153 acres, or an average of 191.6 acres each. "These statistics gathered from the latest official sources are conclusive proof that the Negro lost a great opportunity by not taking advantage of the homestead laws during the 60's, 70's, and 80's, and in not going West to grow up with the country. It is stated that in Missouri Afro-Americans cultivate several million acres of land and pay taxes on fourteen millions of realty. In Illinois six millions; in Kansas seven millions; in Michigan—a conservative estimate three million; and other States proportionately as their Negro population is small or great. EMIGRATION BENEFICIAL. "On April 4, 1898, a colony of Negroes consisting of thirty men, thirty-three women and thirty-one children led by John H. Lewis, a minister of the gospel, who is also a practical farmer, left Kentucky for Minnesota having in their possession about $5,000, or $300 for each family. They went to Fergus Falls, in Otter Tail County, in the west central portion of the State, and in July of the same year the writer met Mr. Lewis, then investigating as to the best section of the State in which to advise his colony to locate. The land agents of the great railroad companies of Minnesota gave the leaders of this noble band of freemen every opportunity to look over their vacant lands, and a number have settled in Aitkin, one of the middle Counties of the State. Under date of November 15, 1900, Mr. Lewis wrote: "The colony has principally settled in Aitkin County and around Mills Lac Lake—that is, they bought and settled out there. Our settlers had good crops this year. This is a fine grass country, fine hardwood timber, and fine lakes. We have stood the two winters very well indeed." "Mr. Lewis, in speaking of the greater opportunities, and advantages, called attention to the excellent school system, as compared to Kentucky or any other Southern State, Minnesota having a school for every 220 of her inhabitants, and a school term averaging 160 days each year, while Kentucky's school term averages only 115 days per year, with a school for every 250 of her population. "Much complaint was heard from the white settlers, when it was first rumored that black settlers were coming, but now these same white settlers bear testimony to the fact that the Negroes have proven themselves good settlers, and in this short time have, by their industry and toil, put their clearings and buildings in such good condition as to put to shame many of the farms of long standing. "I would be a poor spokesman for my brethren in the West if I neglected to speak of the many cultured homes, the reading circles, clubs for improvement and charity which are found in every Western city, and which are a natural outgrowth of a people's development and progress. For not only 4-AFRICAN AMER. have we increased numerically and materially in the West, but our intellectual, moral and religious improvement has also been marked. "Much of this has been made possible in some sections by the influx of educated men and women from other parts of the country, who seek that section for the purpose of finding for their labors a field which does not exist elsewhere. The seed they have sown has fallen on good ground and a most gratifying feature, even in the remote districts, is the slow but sure THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. C. evolution of a class of cultured Afro-Americans. "Let us treasure up these records of the Negro's progress, my friends, wherever they may be found. They are few enough in any section. At the best, North, South, East or West, we are strangers at home and aliens in the place of our nativity, with our privileges abridged, our rights denied, our courage questioned and our manhood disputed. So persistently have these charges been made against us, that many of us ourselves have come to adopt a pessimistic tone when speaking of the race, and it is well occasionally to remind ourselves that examples of conspicuous worth can be found which prove that, in spite of the influences which have operated to make him incapable, where opportunity exists, the Negro does possess the qualifications which enable him to use it to his advantage." Mrs. Clara Langhorn, Lynchburg, Va., read a paper on "Domestic Service in Virginia and Carolina." Domestic servants in the South, she said, were invariably Negroes. She thought that the Negroes of this generation were most unsatisfactory as servants, for the reason that they are of the first generation following the abolition of slavery. The faults of which we complain are to a great degree the faults of the servants' clan the world over. "For the colored people much can be said to account for the serious faults which are an unceasing source of annoyance and irritation to their white compatriots and emplovers. "The best sign for the Negroes of our land is that they are fast separating into classes, a fact to which their white fellow citizens often fail to attach the importance it deserves. "That a colored family can own their own home and the mother stay in it to look after the interests of her household and take care of her children is a great step upward for them, but does not conduce to the advantage of her white neighbor, who may be in need of a cook." She suggested the establishment of schools for domestic art. "Schools supported by the State should be opened in every community," declared Miss Langhorne, "for the training of the Negro in the household art. The graduates of such schools could find immediately upon graduation places at good wages." Mrs. R. H. Terrell spoke upon the subject of domestic service, expressing the opinion that little progress would be made toward a betterment of the present unsatisfactory condition of service until mistresses should become more humanized. Other able speakers took part in the discussions on various subjects. It is the consensus of opinion that the interests of the race were pushed forward considerably. As a result of these meetings Mr. Booker T. Washington was elected a member of the Board of Directors of this the most learned and scholarly society in the country. It really seems as though we have a fighting chance left. HAVE YOU GOOD HAIR? SCOTT'S HAIR STRAIGHTENER AND GROWER—Makes curly hair grow straight and lorg. Free to patrons. Enclose a 2c stamp for particulars. Address Scott REMEDY Co., Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. ' Colored Washington." Those of our readers who have not secured a copy of this valuable compendium of information should send for one at once. It is the best book of its kind ever gotten out, for it shows, as has never been shown before, what the Negro, as a business man and factor in the commercial life of Washington, is. The book contains portraits and sketches of the representative men in the various professions and is sold for the small price of 35 cts, which can be sent in stamps, or 60 cts., cloth bound. Distinguished Northerners Visit Tuskegee and Witness the Dedication of Dorothy Tuskegee, Ala., Special-This has been a gala week at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute A party of sixty persons visited the school as guests of Robert C. Ogden, the merchant prince of New York, partner of John Wanamaker, a man who is vitally interested in all matters that concern the education of the Negro and his betterment along those lines which mean for good citizenship In the party were philanthropists, financiers, distinguished ministers and educators of national reputation. On Monday the dedication exercises of Dorothy Hall, the new girls' industrial building, were held. This building cost $15 000 and is the gift of two New York ladies whose kindness to the school has often been felt in the most substantial manner. One of them was present at the exercises but no announcement of her presence was made. The building is 93 feet, 6 inches by 143 feet outside dimensions, and it contains 19 rooms which are used for the several divisions of laundering, millinery, cooking, plain sewing, dressmaking, mattressmaking, and upholstering. The dedication address was delivered by Dr. E. Winchester Donald, the successor of Phillips Brooks as rector of Trinity church, Boston. His address was a magnificent and splendid effort and won the warm approval of all who were present at the exercises. A dedication poem specially prepared for the occasion was read by Paul Laurence Dunbar, the famous Negro poet, who has been present at the institution for ten days reading for our students and lecturing upon literary subjects. On Tuesday the annual exercises of the Agricultural and Mechanical Dements were held. Forty-one young people are to receive certificates from the various divisions at the commencement exercises May 30th. The program rendered was a most interesting one. In the party which came to Tuskegee as Mr. Ogden's guests were such well known and distinguished persons as Dr. Charles H. Parkhurst, the famous New York reformer; John D. Rockefeller, Jr., Mr. William H. Baldwin, Jr., President of the Long Island Railway; Frank N. Doubleday and Walter H. Page of the firm of Doubleday, Page and Co., Dean James E. Russell of the Teacher's College, New York; Rt. Rev. W. N. McVick, Bishop of Rhode Island; Dr J. L. M Curry, the Agent of the Slater and Peabody Educational Funds; Julian Hawthorne, besides a host of others. It was a notable gathering at Tuskegee and undoubtedly means much for the famous institution in the future. All of the departments of the school were thoroughly examined and helpful advice given. It is an event out of the ordinary for such distinguished persons to make a long trip into the far South to visit a Negro institution and spend two days as its guests and Tuskegee and Principal Washington are to be congratulated that they are objects of such keen solicitude. E. J. SCOTT. The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Organized in Richmond. The United Supreme Council A. A. S. Rite for the Southern and Western Jurisdiction of the United States of America, of which the Illustrious Thornton A. Jackson 33 degrees, is the Sovereign Gr. Commander through its representatives consisting of Ill, T, A, Jackson, 38 degree, Sov. Gr. Com and Ill. James O. Bamfield, 33 degree, Secretary, Gen., H. E. of the District of Columbia, Ill. Major D. Meekins, Deputy for the state of Virginia, assisted by Ill. Nelson Harris, 32 degrees and Ill. C. B Jackon, 32 degrees, of the city of Richmond, assembled at the Masonic Temple, Clt/ Street in the city of Richmond Tuesday evening, April 23rd, 1901, and conferred the degrees of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite from the 4th degree to the 32nd degree on a class of 28, after which the following Masonic bodies were set apart; Libertas, Lodge of Perfection, 14th degrees, Wisdom Chapter Knights of the Rose Croix, 18 degrees, Golden Rule Council Kadosh, 30th degree and Richmond Conistory Sublime Princes of the Royal Secrets, 32 degree. These bodies consist of thirty members. Ill, Harris and Jackson being transferred from Alpha Consistory of Norfolk, by the Ill., Deputy, M. D. Meekins, among whom are some of the most prominent Masons of the city of Richmond, a more complete report of these bodies will be given later. After the completion of the work the members of the Supreme Council with the members of the Richmond Consistory repaired to the banquet hall where they partook of a substantial banquet prepared by a committee of Richmond Consistory. Consumers Brewing Company Brews the purest Beer on the Washington Market. The highest chemical authority in the district of Columbia, after an analysis just finished of all the different beers on the market, gives this as his verdict. Don't be fooled by jealousy, envy, or prejudice, on either or all of which is based our opposition. We have the most modern plant. We brew from sterilized water and choice hops and malt. 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. ABE KING. Sec'y and Treas, E. L. JORDAN, Pres and Gen'l Mgr. SPARTA Pool and Billiard Rooms 1206 Pennsylvania Avenue, n. w. This large, spacious and well-situated pleasure establishment has had added to it a new room in the third story for pool and billiards, where those who do not care to play in the larger apartments can have a degree of privacy not to be obtained elsewhere. This new room is handsomely furnished and lighted by electric lights. The atmosphere is cooled by electric fans. You are cordially invited to make inspection of these pool and billiard parlors. You will receive a hearty wel come at any time. Ask for SAMUEL A. TYLER, Manager. T.F. Conroy & Co. Distillers' Agents and Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Foreign and Domestic Wines and Liquors. 1421 1421 P St. N. W. U --- THRIATY AFRC-AMERICANS. Accumulating Property in the Old Dominion—Vandalism in the School—Work Among the People—Social and Religious News Notes. Alexandria, Va., Special—Mrs. E. A. Seaton was in the city Saturday and attended the sale of the John A. Seaton estate. Mrs. Seaton purchased several lots of the estate, including No 216 South Alfred street, which is one of the most desirable building lots in the city, Mrs. Seaton looks very well and was pleasantly domiciled at Editor M. L. Robinson's while in the city. Send us your subscription for The Colored American. Mrs. Sophia Dudley Heyes lies critically ill at her residence in South R yal street at this writing. Mrs. Lindsay Jackson of South Alfred street, who has been ill for several weeks is much improved. The public schools in Alexandria county have been closed on account of several cases of small pox in the neighborhood of Arlington. The June weddings of two prominent members of the Bohemian Club are looked forward to with much interest by the friends of the contracting parties. The G. U. O. of Odd Fellows are making suitable arrangements for their annual Thanksgiving sermon at the Third Baptist church, Sunday May 19th. We very cheerfully acknowledge the many congratulations from our out of town citizens who admire the correspondent in The Colored American from this old Rip Van Winkle of a town. There will be no regular republican nominees for city offices at the coming municipal elections, and as such little has been gained by our people by supporting and voting for labelled independent republicans in the past there will be no interest manifested in interest of them this year. There were many visitors here from Washington, D. C., Sunday, all of whom made very attractive appearances in garments of the latest styles and fashions. Our churches were well attended by large numbers of citizens and visitors, the collections were fairly good and sermons interesting and appreciated, the pulpits being filled by our home clergy. The Excelsior Club No.1 of Roberts Chapel M. E. church will give their many friends who patronized the entertainments given by the club, an evening entertainment in the near future. Among the new members of recent date the Lame of Mr. R. T. Thompson appears. Mr. Thompson was always a hard worker for the Methodist church and great improvements may be expected at no distant day. Mrs. L. R Cabaniss of Washington, D. C., read a very interesting paper before the B. Y. P. U. at the First Baptist church, this city, Sunday afternoon before a large and appreciative audience, subject, "My European Travels." The paper was very interesting, well written, and delivered with such force that Mrs. Cabaniss may be expected to take a position among our leading ladies before the public. The principal and teachers of Hallowell School have done all they could seemingly to place the blame of tearing the books and cutting the coats where it properly belongs. It seems very strange too that a clock room or closet could be entered during the hours of work in a school room and two coats completely ruined without the knowledge of some one, unless some of the slashers are in our midst. We hope, however, that no one will be charged with this outrageous act from mere suspicion, but if properly located they certainly will be severely dealt with. The new hotel under management of colored people, the Old Virginia House in upper King street, has been purchased together with the large statle wagon yards, etc., by Mr. W. N. Jackson and will be known hereafter as Hotel Jackson. This is a transaction of which we may be justly proud it is the first hotel or house of any size that has been owned and controlled by colored people since the war, a d when it is remembered that only a few years ago a colored man was refused of any and all accommodations at the House above mentioned. It must be acknowledged that the barriers are falling Jim crow care, obnoxious ball laws, threatened disfranchisement and mob rule notwithstanding. It is understood that the Alexandria and Washington ferry line has changed hands and Mr. John Padgett, for many years agent in this city, is now General Superintendent. This means a great deal for colored employees as Mr. Padgett always had them in his employ here, and as the company offers such very reasonable commission tickets for our industrial and college boys and girls. We hope that our people will patronize them very liberally. The train with President McKinley and party made their first stop here Menday. It was one of the finest trains that ever went through here. The depot and streets were packed with people irrespective of color or political shade of opinion, and the colored employees on the train were very much admired for their handsome appearance and subject to much comment in that there were no Jim Crow cars on that train and one among the other comments was a colored fireman in the cab with the white engineer who carried the most magnificent train through old Virginia bearing the President of the greatest of civilized nations known to our oldest inhabitants. Had a Negro been mentioned for the position of fireman on this road in the days of John S. Barbour for president of the road the person to have done so would have been considered crazy, but things have changed. The Colored American is coming to the front daily. WM. A. CARTER. MME. DAVIS KENNEDY 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. HOTEL DILE HOTEL DILE MUSE The Famous Hotel Dale Atlantic City, N. J., has been released by its previous caterer and he has made great improvement placing electric lights and fans all through the house paved and painted, and the service made more convenient equipment which was rated as the only first class coast, it now far excels its past accommodations, and he no fault whatever. The hotel is still under the mans. Please write for booklets, Hotel Dale, Kentucky and A. N. J. E. W. Dale, Prop. Nathaniel Digg has been released by its previous owner Mr. E. W. Dale, the has made great improvements for the coming season, by and fans all through the house. The hotel has been newly and the service made more complete. With all of its previ- was rated as the only first class Afro-American hotel on its past accommodations, and we are positive that there will The hotel is still under the management of Mr. Nat Diags. its, Hotel Dale, Kentucky and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City, E. W. Dale, Prop., Nathaniel Diggs, Mgr. Atlantic City, N. J., has been released by its previous owner Mr. E. W. Dale, the popular caterer and he has made great improvements for the coming season, by placing electric lights and fans all through the house. The hotel has been newly paved and painted, and the service made more complete. With all of its previous equipment which was rated as the only first class Afro-American hotel on the coast, it now far excels its past accommodations, and we are positive that there will be no fault whatever. The hotel is still under the management of Mr. Nat Diags. Please write for booklets, Hotel Dale, Kentucky and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City, N. J., E. W. Dale, Prop., THE HOME OF THE MARSHALS This magnificent hotel will open June 15th for the first open until September 15th. Accommodations strictly ence; terms reasonable. It is within thirty minutes r leave Chestnut street ferries every half hour, fare 31 cent owner and proprietor. For terms address at present, Philadelphia, Pa. will open June 15th for the reception of guests and remain ith. Accommodations strictly first-class with every conveni- t it is within thirty minutes ride from Philadelphia trains lies every half hour, fare 31 cents, return booklets. C.A. SMITH. For terms address at present, C. A. SMITH, 735 Moravian St., This magnificent hotel will open June 15th for the reception of guests and remain open until September 15th. Accommodations strictly first-class with every convenience; terms reasonable. It is within thirty minutes ride from Philadelphia; trains leave Chestnut street ferries every half hour, fare 31 cents, return booklets. C.A. SMITH, owner and proprietor. For terms address at present, C.A. SMITH, 735 Moravian St., Philadelphia, Pa. BEAUTIFUL - BREEZY BUCKROE BEACH! Right on the Chesapeake Bay. Sea Bay The managers of the Bay Shore Summer Resort near Hampton and Old Point, have pleasure in an event will be opened to the public for the season of 1901. This popular Resort is undergoing important revival, to accommodate 700 people is now being erected comfortable rooms and spacious parlor and private rooms. The equipment is thorough, and the service is the best. Special attention given to Church, Sunday School excursions. LARGE HALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTION. Correspondence solicited. Address: BAY SHORE HOTEL P. O. "WATSON'S" An Ideal Summ Seapeake Bay. Sea-Baths, Sea-Food, Sea-Air. The Bay Shore Summer Resort, on the electric car line Point, have pleasure in announcing that their Resort public for the season of 1901, on Wednesday May 29th. It is undergoing important improvements. A large parlor 700 people is now being erected and a neat hotel with spacious parlor and private dining room, is being built, tough, and the service is the best keen to Church, Sunday School and Society picnics and ALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTIONS. NO LIQUORS. Excited. Address. BAY SHORE HOTEL COMPANY, P. O. Box 864. Hampton, Va. ATSON'S PARK" Ideal Summer Resort. Right on the Chesapeake Bay. Sea-Baths, Sea-Food, Sea-Air. The mansgers of the Bay Shore Summer Resort, on the electric car line near Hampton and Old Point, have pleasure in announcing that their Resort will be opened to the public for the season of 1901, on Wednesday May 29th. This popular Resort is undergoing important improvements. A large pavilion, to accommodate 700 people is now being erected and a neat hotel with comfortable rooms and spacious parlor and private dining room, is being built. The equipment is thorough, and the service is the best Special attention given to Church, Sunday School and Society picnics and excursions. LARGE HALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTIONS. NO LIQUORS. "WATSON'S PARK" Located on Glen Echo Railway. Take 7th Street Car to Chevy Chase. change to Car Car or F Street Car, change at 32d and P streets Societies, Clubs and Parties are invited to spend a day son's Park." No charge for grounds, Park Large and Shady, Crystal Spring Water. Mea For further information call or address A. D. WATSON, Pro 2025 L S at Car to Chevy Chase. change to Cabin John Bridge change at 32d and P streets Parties are invited to spend a days outing at "Watford grounds, Lady, Crystal Spring Water. Meals served to order.ation call or address A. D. WATSON, Prop.. 2025 L St. N. W. Take 7th Street Car to Chevy Chase. change to Cabin John Bridge Car or F Street Car, change at 32d and P streets Societies, Clubs and Parties are invited to spend a days outing at "Watson's Park." No charge for grounds, Park Large and Shady, Crystal Spring Water. Meals served to order. For further information call or address A. D. WATSON, Prop., 2025 L St. N. W. MRS, DR. RENNER on obstetrics; gold medal awarded for the science of obstetrics from the University of Munich, Bavaria; treats successfully women complaints and irregularities; private sanitarium for ladies before and during confinement, Office hours from 8 to 9 p.m. --- --- ```markdown ``` SPECIALIST 619 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C. HOTEL Woodlawn Terrace Lawnside N J. FRENCH FEMALE PILLS, PRICE $1.00. SAFE AND SURE. GESSFORD, Sole Agent, S. W. Cor. 9th and You Sts., N. W. Washington, D. C. THE BURDENS OF ALL. (For The Colored American.) We may sigh o'er the heavy burdens Of the black, the brown and the white But if we all clasped hands together The burdens would be more light. How to deal with life,s saddest problems It's sorrow, it's want and woe, Was answered by one who suffered, In Palestine long ago. When teaching in ancient Judea, Or journeying to and fro, He pitied the world's great sorrow And bore on his heart, it's woe And gave from this heart this precept To ease the burdens of men As ye would that others do to you Do you even so to them. Where man has sharpened his weapons And slavery masterful trod, Let black and white and Brown unite, To build the kingdom of God. Till earth shall answer with gladness The Herald angel's refrain, When peace on earth, to man good will Was the burden of their strain Life,s heavy, wearisome burdens Will change to a gracious trust, When men shall learn in the light of God To be merciful and just. And never attempt in madness To build a kingdom or state, Through greed of gold or lust of power On the crumbling stones of hate. The burdens will always be heavy The sunshine fade into night Till mercy and justice as cements The white, black and brown unite. FRANCIS E. W. HARPER. A First Class Hotel for Colored People The well known Douglass Hotel, located at 220 B street, n. w., and extending to 235 Pennsylvania avenue, one of the largest and most complete hotels in the city for the accommodation of colored people, has changed hands. Mr. and Mrs. Jones who own the place and who have conducted it so successfully, after enlarging, remodeling, improving it in every way and supplying it with it all modern conveniences, have lessed it to Mr. J. Van Brakle of the Chevy Chase Club, who will take the active management of it. This hotel has been repapered, refurnished and improved in every way, contains sixty to ma, with hotel service European and American plan. Under the management of Mr. Van Brakle the best ideas in hotel management will be put into practice. His knowledge of the business, his popularity with the general public bespeaks for him the large patronage the house has always deserved and which it is sure to get under his management. At an early date a grand opening will be held when the public will be invited to inspect the building and premises. Only a few apartments left at the Linden and Harewood, corner 3rd and Oak streets. Prices reduced to $14, $16 and $18 per month. The Colored Americans article on discrimination in the Bureau of Engraving and Printing sent that papers subscription list up fifty in two weeks. It is found on the chiefs desk every week now. Bethel Literary. Bethel Literary is just about to close its most successful year for a long time. Under the judicious and dignified leadership of Prof. Kelly Miller we have had many treats. He combines in a rare degree judgment, tact, and scholarly attainments. His combination of character and ability, make him an in spiring example to all and his many friends hope that he may be induced to retain the presidency another year. --- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. G. The graduating exertises of the training school for nurses at Freedman Hospital will take place at the Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel Tuesday, May 7th. The list of graduates is a large one, and represents eleven States: The program is a most interesting one and is made up of such a variety as will interest every one. The public is cordially invited. THE FREDERICK DOUGLASS WATCH. A Magnificent Time Piece Which Can be Secured by One Hour's Work, Every well regulated citizen ought to have a watch. It matters not whether he be white or black, Jew or Gentile, Catholic or Protestant, the man to whom time is an object needs a "ticker" to guide his movements. So then, in the first place, everybody get a watch. In the second place, get a good watch. In the third place, get it at a rock bottom price. How? That is an easy proposition. You don't need any money. You have two friends—intelligent, public spirited friends—who appreciate a first-class newspaper, and who also feel a personal interest in your happiness. Go directly to them and explain that if each will give you a year's subscription to The Colored American—$2.00 each, and they get more than value received—you will secure a fine watch free. No one can lose—every party to the transaction made happy. The arrangement can be made in a couple of hours—pick out your people. Or send one yearly subscription at $2.00 and add $1.00 to it—$3.00 in all—and you get the watch. Again, if you are in a big hurry, and want to deal directly for cash, we will as a special inducement, let you have the same watch for $2.25. Now, try some of these propositions. All are simple, and easy of accomplishment. River Queen. The Following dates have been chartered or Notley Hall, Lower Gedar Point and Glymont on Steamer River Queen, May 5, Opening of season, Thomas Washington's Orchestra. # 30, W H. 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This convention was the first National Convention ed business men ever held in this or any other countr line of business was represented: the farmer, the ba educator, the doctor, the lawyer, the manufacturer, t the merchant and rulers of municipalities. The addressed and papers read are all in this book besides over of delegates and others, which makes it a valuable s the convention. which held its first convention in Boston, Mass., August 23-24, 19 BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, President and Founder. The convention was the first National Convention less men ever held in this or any other country business was represented: the farmer, the barr of the doctor, the lawyer, the manufacturer, the tenant and rulers of municipalities. The address of papers read are all in this book besides overses and others, which makes it a valuable sention. Which held its first convention in Boston, Mass., August 23-24, 1900. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, President and Founder. This convention was the first National Convention of colored business men ever held in this or any other country. Every line of business was represented: the farmer, the banker, the educator, the doctor, the lawyer, the manufacturer, the author, the merchant and rulers of municipalities. The addresses delivered and papers read are all in this book besides over fifty cuts of delegates and others, which makes it a valuable souvenir of the convention. BOUND IN CLOTH ONLY. PRICE, $1.00. Send Express or Postoffice Money Order to J. R. HAMM, PUBLISHER, 46 H CORRESPONDENTS WANTED. AMM, PUBLISHER, 46 HOWARD ST., BOST J. R. HAMM, PUBLISHER, 46 HOWARD ST., BOSTON, MASS. The Colored American would like to secure the service of a good correspondent to write up the doings of the race in Atlantic City, N. J; Buffalo, N. Y; Philadelphia, Pa; and Baltimore, Md. Satisfactory arrangements will be made with the right persons. Correspondence solicited. tf. 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The Vero Dentist are extracting teeth without pain, making beautiful gold teeth and fillings and putting the Vero double suction in all their plates Even with these advantage they can save you money. Call now. 12th and Pennsylvania ave., Over Davis' Hat Store. Hours 8 a. m. to 8 p. m. Sunday 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. --- nt to sell only such Matting table. We have also always down entirely free of extra extended by any other store Chinese and Japanese Matrus are by far the handsomest and Baby Carriages are here in ones—all fitted with the latest Ice Boxes, all sizes—all on suit you—weekly or monthly. n's MAMMOTH CREDIT HOUSE, BOOK!! Bton, Mass., August 23-24, 1900. President and Founder. National Convention of color- or any other country. Every the farmer, the banker, the the manufacturer, the author, palities. The addresses deliv- is book besides over fifty cuts makes it a valuable souvenir of HOWARD ST., BOSTON, MASS. ILLUSTRATIONS CUIS MADE OF ANY- THING, BY ANY PROCESS. FINE WORK AT LOW PRICES. THE Maurice Joyce Engraving Company. EVENING STAR BUILDING. WASHINGTON, D. C. Undertaker and Embalmer, All Orders Promptly Attended To. Office Cor. F and 2d S. W. Terms Reasonable FOR SALE AT CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. 30 Building Lots, Cheap on easy terms. $10 cash and $1.00 monthly installments. Liberal Discount for cash. Write or see R. Kelser. President Piedmont Industrial and Land Improvement Co, Charlottesville, Va. Screen Doors, 65 Cents, Window Screens 14 Cents and Lawn Mowers $2.24. JOHN B. ESPEY, Hardware, Etc., 1010 Pa. Ave. N. W. --- 5 MASONIC. Now for the contest in the subordinate chapters of the order of the Eastern S. ar the contention of Sisters Coleman and Irving as to the best chapter has born good results. Upon the suggestion made through this column that a Past Matron's jewel be presented to the Grand Chapter to be contested for by the several chapters, has been accepted and Brother John W. Hunter, the Treasurer, of Felix Lodge will present the jewel which will be known as the Hunter Jewel to be contested for by the several chapters, said contest to be upon the exemplification of the work of the order, the first contest to be upon the opening and closing of the chapter. I hope that the Grand Patron Brother Bruce will at an early date announce the committee on the contest and have all arrangements made to carry the same i to effect. Brother James A. Bamfield is the Patron of Queen Esther; Bro. Thornton, A. Jackson, Gethsemane; Bro. Robert L. Pendleton, Prince Hall, each of whom is bright, active, energetic, and will not allow the colors of their chapters to trail in the dust. Queen of Sheba and Merriam have good, strong, intellectual women, and the results of the contest cannot be predicted with any degree of certainty. Now for the jewel chapter; which will it be? Past Grand Master Mayse having been combined with an acute attack of la grippe is out again. If Brother Dick Moore of Prince Hall has not told you of his daughter then I must doubt your being a Mason. Pythagoras Lodge No. 9 will celebrate their 30 h anniversary June 2, 1901 at Israel C. M. E. church. Extended notice later. Brother Jessie B, Martin of John F. Cook Lodge is burning his midnight oil with MacRey's Jurisdence in his hand. Something must be up. Past Master M. H. Robinson is out again but far from being a well man. We earnestly hope that he will not overtax his strength. We cannot dispense with men like him. Brother Hunter has given the order for the jewel to be presented to Grand Chapter and it will be placed upon exhibition at the office of The Colored American. Call and see it. Tickets announce Old Folks Concert May 17 1901 at Zion Wesley church, D street, between Second and Third street, s. w., for the benefit of Datcher Lodge, No. 15. Admission 15 cents. Brother Theodore Roosevelt was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason at Oyster Bay, N. Y, on Wednesday last. I am unable to vouch for his proficiency in the preceding degrees. Mount C. Ivary Commandery seems to be at a standstill. She needs a little of the ginger that is being displayed in Hender on Commandery and infuse new blood into her ranks. Her Eminent Commander should start something—do something before the year is out. Bro. Merritt Wilson of Felix Lodge is engaged in the oyster business on H street, between First and Second n.w. He has a well fitted lunch room and deserves the patronage of the craft. Support our brethren; their success is the success of the craft. The Committee on Lectures and Work of the Grand Lodge had a most inter- THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. C. esting meeting at the residence of Chair man R L Pendleton on Sunday last. Important steps were taken in connection with the ritualistic work of the Ordr which will be reported to the Grand Lodge at its next meeting. The excellent High Priest Irving conferred the Royal arch degree upon five Master Masons in St. John's chapter on Thursday last the work of companions Henry, Warfield, Stevens, and Tomkins was exceptionally good after the work the companions were invited to a sumptuous banquet and retired well pleased. At the regular communication of Prince Hall Lodge on the 16th instant every living Past Grand Master of that Lodge, with a single exception, was present and participated in the business. This is a decided compliment to Brother Fred. Henry, the present Master and shows the appreciation in which he is held by his predecessors in office. Prince Hall Lodge shies her castor into the ring and says with one voice—"another contest this year." She is a veritable Phoenix, "rising from the ashes of her dead self to nobler life and nobler purposes." The contest this year will be between Eureka and Prince Hall. Pythagoras will, no doubt, do as she did last year, refuse to enter because she does not wish to face certain defeat. She is looking to the future, however, and next year will have a team that will be hard to beat—Arnett, as Master, Jackson and Weatherless, Wardens, and Bray, Senior Deacon. It is said that the jewel Lodge will lose the jewel because there are so many in that Lodge who know nothing except what occurs within her doors. They have not as yet learned the secret of visiting other Lodges. Deputy Grand Master Malvin and Past Master Frank J. Cardoza were in conference with Bro. McKenzie Scott, G. S. Newman, Edward Chase and L. H. Wayne on last Saturday night the conference took p'ace behind closed doors at McKenzie Scott's. I think the slate is about completed. To satisfy Brother Newman, Wayne and Scott the name of Brother Edward Chase was erased, and yet I found Brothers Chase, Newman and Wayne closeted Sunday night, each declaring their loyalty to Brother Chase's aspiration, because they were at his house and wanted what they knew he had hid away. Brother Chase, keep out of the bottom; they are not your friends. Doesn't Grand Master Terrell think something should be done to improve the appearance of the exterior of Masonic Temple? The subordinate Lodge did nobly last summer and their reward is a haudsomely equipped lodge room. Now let the Grand Lodge take hold and give a grand all day outing down the river and use the proceeds to make the exterior of the hall as attractive as the interior. We think that Grand Master Terrell might take the initiative now and appoint a vigorous committee to go to work immediately The river boats have been booking dates for quite a time and presently no desirable date will remain. Will Bro. Terrell ac.? It was thought at one time that the glory of Keystone Chapter had departed, but at its last election Companion James L. Johnson was made its High Priest and this giant in blue Masonry entered upon the duties of his office with that zeal and determination so characteristic of the man that today the glory of Keystone Chapter has been restored twofold. Up to the present writing he has conferred the Royal You know exactly what you'll be charged here. It isn't a question of price—it is simply a matter of picking out the Shoes that you like best. All Regents cost $2.50. There are no different qualities, for they are all the very best quality. We guarantee their wearing qualities, and the style you can judge for yourself. We carry all sizes and widths, in Tans, Blacks, and Patent Leathers. If you pay double the price you will not get better Shoes. THE REGENT. 943 PA. AVE. Beauty." The Lodge was in charge of Senior Warden Brother Chas. Posey. Among the prominent Masons present were the Grand Master and his Deputy Robert H. Terrell and W. H. J. Malvin, Past Grand Masters L. C. Bailey, Wm. H. Myers, R. H. Gleaves, Past Deputy Grand Master Geo. S. Newman, Past Right Eminent Grand Commander Lewis H. Wayne, Brother W A Warfield of Prince Hall acted as marshal and appeared the center of attraction among the ladies of the church. After the services the craft presented the stewards of the church with a liberal collection. The Grand Master in a few complimentary remarks presented the pastor, Brother Wortham a purse of $16 in behalf of St Paul's Invincible Club, composed of Misses Agness Hutchinson, Melvina Bell and Blanche Lewis; also a purse of $12 from another of the church clubs. Among the visitors from other Lodges were Brother Jackson of King Solomon, Baltimore; Brother Geo. Webster, Social; Brother Johnson, Pythagorae, and others. This action of Widow's Son Lodge should become more universal. We cannot too often invoke the aid of the Deity. Arch degree upon 48 Master Masons, a work unprecedented in the history of the craft. He has succeeded in infusing that life in Capitular Masonry that he infused in blue Masonry for it was beyond doubt the work he did as Master of Pythagoras Lodge that was the inspiration of those who have followed him to the East in the several Lodges. He has liquidated an indebtedness against the Chapter of $95 50 and now about to inaugurate a new feature by which the members shall receive fraternal assistance of $8 to $4 per week when sick. Who will dare predict the future of such men, if by your merit you gain honors. The following is a copy of a letter of condolence received by Past Grand Master (J. W. Mayse), which was sent by the Grand Master of the jurisdiction of New Jersey to King Edward VII and the reply to the same, and yet our brother in America claims we have no Masonic status. What shall be said of those who have eyes and see not, ears and hear not? Office Most Worshipful United Grand Lodge, Free and Accepted Masons, of New Jersey. A. L., 5901 A. D., Jan. 25, 1901. To His Highness King Edward VII and Grand Master of Masons in the United Kingdom, This comes Greeting: REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER Be it known that I, Joseph H. Morgan, G. M. of this Masonic Jurisdiction F. A. A. M., a branch of Prince Hall of Boston, Mass., U. S. A., express to you our heartfelt sympathy in the death of your beloved mother, the world's great Queen; and also extend to you our hearty congratulations upon your ascension to the Throne of the United Kingdom of Great Britain, and pray that your reign may be equally as happy and prosperous as that of your lamented mother, The Queen Victoria. both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Guaranteed to do what we say and to be the "best in the world." One box is all that is required if used as directed. J. H. 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His Majesty's grateful thanks for their kind and fraternal expression of sympathy with him in his great sorrow, and for their congratulations and good wishes on his accession to the Throne. that goes in every one dollar box is enough to make anyone's hair grow long and straight, and keeps it from falling out. Highly perfumed and makes the hair soft and easy to comb. Many of our customers say one of our dollar boxes is worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. E. SETELWORTH, Secretary. Brother J. H. Morgan. Widow's Sons Lodge No. 7 believing that there are occasions when they should pause in the transaction of their earthly affairs and invoke the aid of the Deity, assembled for divine services at St. Paul's A. M. E. church on last Sunday night week. Bro. P. W. Wortham the pastor delivered a very able discourse, subject being "Strength and Any person sending us one dollar in a letter or Post-Office money order, express money order or registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you want it sent G. O. D. it will come by express, 35c. extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. In behalf of our Jurisdiction, I am yours fraternally. I am Dear Sir and Brother, Regents Cost $2.50 A Pair NO MORE NO LESS. BLACK SKIN REMOVER. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. THE HAIR STRAIGHTENER THOS. B. CRANE, 122 West Broad St., RICHMOND, V. --- The Colored American Published by THE COLORED AMERICAN Publ ishing Company. A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER Published every Saturday at 459 C St. N, W Washington, D. C. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One year - - $2.00 Six months - - 1.10 Three months - - .60 INVARIABLY IN ADVANCE. Subscriptions may be sent by postoffice money order, express or by registered letter. All communications for publication should be accompanied with the name of the writer—not necessarily for publication, but as a guarantee of good faith. We solicit news, contributions, opinions and in fact, all matters affecting the race. We will not pay for matter, however, unless it is ordered by us. All matter intended for publication must reach this office by Wednesday of each week to insure insertion in the current issue. Agents are wanted everywere. Send or instructions. ADVERTISING BATES. Reading notices 50 cents per line. Display advertisements, $2 per square inch per insertion. Discounts made on large contracts. Entered at the Post-office as second-class matter. All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THE COLORED AMERICAN, EDWARD E. COOPER, MANAGER 459 C Street Northwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. Sold by all all News Dealers. SATURDAY, MAY 4, 1900. George H. White's letter to the Washington Post was the statement of a man, and went straight to the marrow of the situation. He claims the right to go where he can do best for himself for his race, and for his own household. It is his privilege to locate in a place where a man can have a man's chance in the struggle of life. This should be anywhere the stars and stripes wave. It is the case where a white man is concerned, but it is far from true when the Negro enters the equation. Mr. White should be given a position under the government commensurate with his standing and party service, and he should accept no other. He did not err in the exhibit of his political resources. His letter, in this respect, was the frank declaration of a man who knew his place, and who wished to show that there were plenty of friends who were in sympathy with his contention. He knew that indorsements locked up in an official safe would grow cobwebs, but that an open card in a live newspaper would solve the combination and "call them up for examination." Mr. White is too valuable a man to be ignored when the honors are passed around. It is music in the ear of the colored republican when the managers confess that a state is doubtful. It means that the black brother is to be "in it" We are not wanted when the situation is a "cinch" In volunteering to contribute her time on Saturdays and Sundays to teaching Maryland's colored voters the rudiments, in order that they may qualify themselves for the suffrage next fall, Miss Lucy E Moten, principal of our Normal School, shows that she has a firm grasp of the practical needs of the hour. She does not stop with talk. She gives her time and means to the promotion of any race movement which meets her approval. She is a magnificent specimen of AfroAmerican womanhood and sets a splendid example for all her sisters in vol- --- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. unteering her aid in the solution of a vexed problem. It is hoped that some steps will be taken to utilize the services she so freely tenders. There is need of education in the state of Maryland. The True Reformers mercantile venture is in Washington to stay. Public sentiment is now in a formative state. Those who read the signs of the times, see a decided trend toward a very active and enterprising gentleman who makes his home at Oyster Bay, N. Y. His name is Theodore Roosevelt, and he is of ample Presidential size The ministers and laymen who came to Washington recently to attend the meeting of the A. M. E. Financial Board, were greeted with the fervent hospitality that they have long since learned to expect from the citizens of the national capital. They bring us inspiration and cheer from the sections they represent, and stir anew our ambitions and aspirations along spiritual and temporal lines, and we look forward with pleasurable anticipations to the recurring springtime which brings them here to go over the work of the Church they foster. Ohio is threatened with a severe attack of "tomjohnsonitis." Dr. Parkhurst has about as much business in the pulpit as the wild man of Borneo, in our opinion, but he told a whole lot of truth the other day in New York, when he said "the Southern white man hates the Negro and frankly owns up to it, and the Northern man hates him with equal venom, but lies about it." We have no desire to stir up further friction between the races, but the facts may as well be admitted. There is no use in crying peace when there is no peace. It is worthy of note, however, that the "good doctor" refrained from expressing his opinion of the Southerner until he was safely on the north side of the Mason and Dixon's line. The commencement season commences. We have noticed in several exchanges the comments upon the scheme of newspaper consolidation proposed by some of the correspondents of The Colored American. We agree that there should be fewer and better race papers, and that larger opportunities should be given for the able managers and writers whose services are available, but we doubt if any of the combinations suggested could be made with any hope of success. For the present, it is likely that the greater journals of the race will jog along in the usual harness, and bid for patronage in the old sweet way. We think that consolidation talk is "hot air." Manly independence in a white man is denominated a virtue. In a Negro the same spirit becomes impudent assertion, and is condemned as a vice. "O tempora, O mores!" A St. Louis manufacturer will not employ women, because he believes that women are made for the home or for the education of children. He gives men liberal wages, on the theory that they will be able to marry and take care of the women. He claims that the competition of women in the industrial world reduces the pay of men to the point that when husband and wife both work, the compensation is not more than the man alone would receive were the competition removed. This gives rise to a broad discussion, with much to be said on both sides. The competition of women in all walks of life is to be reckoned with to the end of the chapter, but we are of the opinion that larger wages for men and a more comfortable home life provided for women would promote marriage and the instinct of home-making that that lies at the very root of organized society, government and civilization. Mr. White has quite correctly figured it out that neither the white people nor the black people "don't like no cheap man." Dorsey Foultz is still uncaught. With Aguinaldo in the toils, the vaudeville "double up" suggested by us goes glimmering In naming the new fire chief, Commissioner Macfarland showed that he appreciates the value and recognizes the versatility of the newspaper man. We think Mr. Dutton will fill the bill. We have been looking patiently for the illustrious Julius F. Taylor to assume the entire personal responsibility of the re-election of Carter Harrison to the mayoralty of Chicago. Is Brother Taylor growing modest these days? Labor directed toward a worthy object is never lost, even if not properly rewarded nor appreciated at the time. He who is willing to labor on, without prespect of personal gain or promotion, will eventually be called higher. Watch it. A division chief who will deny a white clerk a slated promotion because of unfairness in handling the records of a colored clerk deserves unlimited thanks as long as he lives, and a towering monument when he shall have passed from works to reward. Speaking of "lame ducks," it! is strange that no trouble was found in placing Carter, Thurston, Allen, Rodenburg, Barrett and others Why is it so hard to locate a colored legislator, when it is admitted that he is to be provided for? The upper and nether millstones are ever at work on the poor Negro. While the Southern white man is carrying his political prejudice into the North, the Northern white man, with no less energy, is carrying his labor prejudices into the South. It is suggested by an irreverent correspondent that Genera Frederick Funston be started out with authority to round up the Hon. James C. Matthews, who has not been heard from for quite a while. Mr Matthews is too bright a man to remain in exile, or to hide his light beneath a bushel. We do not know that Public Printer Palmer has been extremely happy in his selection of a personal organ, if indeed he has selected one. Many a man needs to be protected from his fool friends, and the Public Printer is a great sufferer from self constituted champions, who have neither the brains nor decency to render him any service of value. The Indianapolis Freeman, through its energetic and versatile Washington correspondent, Mr. R. W. Thompson, pays a deserved compliment to the worth and ability of Prof. W. H. Richards, professor of international law in Howard University. The Professor is one of the purest and best men in public life today, and too much cannot be said in praise of his character and work. We are glad to note that his fame has long ago become national, and that the country at large is receiving inspiration from the example he has so well set for the Afro-American youth. The Washington Post thinks the Negro talks too much about his future. Does not the successful man always keep a weather eye open for the day that is to come, and fortify himself to be equal to its obligations? ALL IS VANITY From Maryland to Mexico two manly graces nobly grow, Courtly chivalrous, galantry and whole souled hospitality, Yet though a woman's angel fair and more than angel good Thus chivalry falls dead before a drop of Negro blood And though a friend had saved his life this poor white slave of caste If this friend, black to share his roof would let him be the last. Alas, Alas, how true spake he that all, all, is vanity. G. ALLEN THORNTON, Savannah, Ga. Taking Advanced Grounds At the regular Monday meeting of the Ministerial Union held at Metropolitan A. M. E. church, the following resolutions looking toward reform in the conduction of funerals in the parishes represented by the Union, was adopted:—Resolved that we recommend I. The discontinuance of all Sunday funerals. We find this to be the custom in the great city of Philadelphia to the satisfaction of all classes. The regular duties of Sunday are more than equal to the time and strength of the city pastor. II. The discouragement of all forms of extravagance, especially in floral decorations, expensive caskets and the hiring of an unnecessary number of carriages. III. That funeral services in the churches be conducted exclusively by ministers of the Gospel. IV. We respectfully urge upon our people the grave need of promptness or punctuity at funeral both at the home and the church. It Stands Alone. The Colored American at Washington is the only colored paper in the country that is sold at union newspaper stands in the country and it is the only paper that employs a first class cartoonist. This paper is leaving all others far in the distance.—Oil City (Tex.) Afro-American The Accident Gold Mining Company held its annual meeting at the office of the Secretary, Tuesday, April 2, 1901. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: E D Carpenter, President; Wm. Horn, Vice-President; Romeo Marshall. Secretary and Treasurer. The board of trustees consist of the above named and C. D Shade and J. W. Nelson.—Republic (Wash) Pioneer. Secure one of those lovely apartments at the Harewood for $14 per month. A GRAND BANQUET Given by the Douglass Lesgue in Honor of Lieut. Jos. Moore. The above auspicious event was ushered into being at Dabney's Auditorium Tuesday evening, April the 16th. Those competent to judge consider it the greatest entertainment of its kind ever given by a colored club of this county. The members present contributed the necessary amount for expenses, the free list was suspended and with this elimination of "free doings" many persons who have for some reason considered themselves "stars" or suns were conspicuous by their absence. Mr. Berry, the caterer, owing to illness, was compelled to send a representative who performed most excellently the difficult task of ministering successfully to the full dressed bon vivants who smilingly conversed around the festal board. The evening was inaugurated by the taking of flashlight photos of the gentlemen present by one of our leading photographers. The club steward, Mr. Caus. H. Banks, slightly elevated his eyebrows and the waiters sprang to do his bidding. The battle was on. The courses followed each other smoothly, gracefully, delightfully, as choice bon mots, sparkling repartee, scintillating witticism, commingling with gems of song and instrumental music by that charming duo, Allen and Moore. MENU. MENU. Consomme Oyster Patties Sherry Roast Veal, Sauce Espagnole Mashed Potatoes Slaw Champagne Punch Sweetbreads with Green Peas Cafe Noir Consomme Ham Sandwiches Beer Cheese Sandwiches Tongue Sandwiches Beer Salmon Salad Pickles Radishes Beer Cigars Cigarettes Our honored guest, Lieut. Joseph Moore, gave a graphic portrayal of the struggles and conditions prevailing in Cuba and the Philippines. So interesting was the narration that for two hours his auditors sat as though entranced. No sound was heard but the voice of the speaker and the gurgle of the wines as they assisted in drowning emotions that continually arose under the magic touch of the battle scarred warrior. Those responding to tcasts were: William S. Smith, Alex. S. Norris, Andrew Brown, Henry Borden, Leonard Scott, John Zimmerman, George Green, Henry Clay, Chas. Parham, Gus Min er, Cnas. Tucker, Chas. A. Lee, J. E. Jackson, Wm. Tibbs, Frank Rankins, Wm. T. Charlton, Edward Thomas, A. H Bryant, Jas Johnson, W. P. Dabney, toastmaster.—Cincinnati Ex. Messrs Taylor Lightfoot, H. W.Jackson and Edward Berry were unavoidably absent. The occasion was one that will ever mark an epoch in the lives of those present. By unanimous vote Lieut Moore was elected an honorary member of the Douglass League and the oath of membership was duly administered. A magnificent bouquet of roses and lilies was forwarded by a friend of the organization. The banquet began at 11 o'clock p. m. and as the balls of morning chimed the hour of seven the right hand of fellowship was given, the band played "Auld Lang Syne," and the picture of that night of festivity was placed amid our choicest treasures in the hall of "sweet mem'ries."—Cincinnati. (O) Ex. . THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Genl, Henry Forrest. One of the best and most popular railroad men running into Wahington is Gen. Henry Forrest of the Pennsylvania. Mr. Forrest has been a fixture on the Pennsylvania since the great Congressional Limited was introduced and is generally known as "General Forrest of the Congressional Limited." Mr. Forrest has been a most trusted and popular employee of this company J. GEN. HENRY FORREST. for years and through his attention and fidelity to his duties, has made a host of friends among the officials as well as the traveling public. His career is a most interesting one and really reads like a romance. The story of Mr. Phil. Armour's admiration for him, his sending him to college and his friendship to the day of his death make Genl. Forrest a most interesting character. Among the people of his own race, Mr. Forrest is indeed popular and stands high. He counts his friends by the score among all classes. It is hard to find a more genial, good natured, hospitable fellow than Mr. Forrest. The Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Washington Conference has been organized with the following officers: Mrs. S. B Holmes of Baltimore, president; Mrs. E J. Cumming of Baltimore 1st vice president, Mrs. F. W. Clair of Washington, D. C. second vice president; Mrs. S E Ross of Baltimore, recording secretary; Mrs. L. B. Stephens, lady principal of Morgan College Annex, Lynchburg, Va., corresponding secretary and treasurer. Rev. A. W. Willbanks, pastor of Virginia Ave. Baptist church, is assisting in revival work at Enon Baptist church in Baltimore. He is very popular with his church in Washington, which recently gave him a $170 buggy and a $25 set of harness. His charge at Alexandria, Mt. Jezreal church, gave him a handsome Prince Albert Easter suit. Rev. Willbanks will graduate from the theological department of Howard University June next. A Western Song Bird. Mrs. E. Azalia Hackley, soprano, graduate of University of Denver, College of Music, assisted by Miss Maggie E. Wilson, contralto, Mr. Joseph H. Douglass, violin virtuoso, Mr. J. Tuomss Butler, elocutionist and the Metropolitn choir, Prof. John T. Layton leader, at Metropolitan A. M. E. church, Monday evening, May 20th Admission 25 cents, no reserved seats. Does This Apply to You? When you find people who are eternally "roasting" somebody about alleged shortcomings, it's dollars to doughnuts that they are not a great deal themselves, and that they have near relatives who have violated all ten of the commandments and have probably served a term in the penitentiary. Mr. Robert A. Dorsev will spend the summer in Atlantic City and will be connected with the Royal Palace Hotel. His many friends wish him a successful season. You will find everything modern in the Harewood and Linden Flats. Steam heat, call bells, cabinet mantles, porcelain tubs, modern plumbing and gas ranges only $14 00, $16 00 and $18 00 per month. Open daily for inspection. "The most minute and searching sociological investigation reveals the startling fact that there is only one fundamental and essential difference between the civilized man and the savage. The civilized man reads books, and the savage doesn't. Notice to Pittsburg Subscribers. The Pittsburg subscribers are notified to pay our agent, Mr. Jos. Evans, this week when he calls. The Colored American in addition to all news stands be had at the restaurant of Mr. Nelson S. Colmen. 1224 Wylie ave. Notice. Agents will oblige us, when making returns, if they will send in all copies of April 13th uncut, as the entire issue is sold out and some special orders remain unfilled. tt. FREE TO PATRONS SCOTT'S FACE BLEACH AND BEAUTIFIER. A perfect Skin Whitener. Free to patrons. Enclose 2c stamp for particulars. Address SCOTT REMEDY Co., Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. The Woman's League Work. The Rummage Sale of the Woman's League which has been so successfully carried on for the past two weeks will close this evening at 1931.12th street, northwest. Everything left over will be sold at auction and a feature will be the auctioneer, Prof. Kelly Miller. The last evening promises to be a most interesting one and the public is invited. Gray's Special Dinner, (SUNDAY MAY 5TH.) Mock Turtle, Fried chicken, Virginia style. Baked Smithfield Ham, Maderia sauce, Crab salad a'la Mayonaise, Mashed Potatoes, Macaroni au gratin, Spinach Chocolate Ice Cream Cake Coffee. N. B—These special dinners will be served every Sunday from 1 to 4 p. m. at Gray's Cafe Odd Fellows Hall. Price 25 cents. Mrs. Hall, the wife of Dr. G. C. Hall the well known physician of Provident hospital, Chicago, Ill, who is making extended visit of the East, is the guest of Mrs. A. M. Curtis. She will be joined later by her husband and they will visit Philadelphia, Boston, New York, and Baltimore. Bishop Henry M. Turner passed through the city this week enroute to Philadelphia and to attend a number of conferences in Pennsylvania and Maryland. He is as hale and as hearty as ever and gave the writer a most interesting interview which will appear in the next issue of this paper. HEALTHY WOMEN. HEALTHY WOMEN. Mary J. Kennedy, manager of Armour & Co.'s Exhibit at the TransMississippi Exposition at Omaha, Neb. writes the following of Peruna, as a cure for that common phase of summer catarrh, known as indigestion. Miss Kennedy says: A. "I found the continual change of diet incidental to eight years' traveling completely upset my digestive system. In consulting several physicians they decided I suffered with catarrh of the stomach. "Their prescriptions did not seem to help me any, so, reading of the remarkable cures effected by the use of Peruna I decided to try it and soon found myself well repaid. "I have now used Peruna for about three months and feel completely rejuvenated. 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