The Colored American

The COLORED American A NATIONAL REGRO NEWSPAPER VACATION SCHOOL A SUCCESS. Progress of The Admirable Work Inaugurated by Prof. F. L. Cardoza, Jr. Fuls a Long-Felt Want—More Than Eight Hundred Pupils in Attendance The Brilliant Corps of Teachers and Their Cheerful, Conscientious Service Stevens Building a Veritable Bee-Hive of Industry. VACATION SCHOOL A SUCCESS According to announcement, this school was opened for a six weeks' session Friday, June 21, for the enrollment of pupils only, a corps of eight public school teachers having been selected to take charge of the various grades (Kindergarten-8th) Nearly 800 children, some of whom had come from various points in the suburbs, and from school as far distant as the Randall, Logan, etc., etc., applied for admission, but of course all could not be entered because of the small number of teachers. The regretful looks and the tearful appeals of those turned away, and the foregoing facts indicated that the vacation school was not a "new broom," but an instant success, and was a sufficient answer to any inquiry as to whether there was a real demand on the part of the public for such a school. It is highly creditable to the people of Washington that they show such readiness to embrace every opportunity for the education of their children. Between Friday, June 21, and the following Monday it was decided to increase the teaching force. The fact that the Washington teacher could be relied upon to serve when and where "duty calls" was again demonstrated, and now 29 teachers, including special teachers, are assisting Mr. Cardozo in this splendid work, and all the rooms (20) in the Stevens Building are in use In the establishment of a vacation school, Mr. Cardozo felt that success could be attained only by the securing of thoroughly equipped and experienced teachers, who could exercise skill as well as discretion and consideration in the handling of children during such an unfavorable season as the summer. If there had been any tendency on the part of pupil or teacher to dig it has been quickly overcome, for the aim now is to make the work light and yet intensely interesting as well as helpful, to have frequent "field" trips, and to place the child under good influences and away from the temptations of the street. The teachers have caught the right spirit, and their cheerful and intelligent observance of it is making the vacation school a real service. It was believed that the instruction of the Normal School, while technical, was yet sufficiently thorough and comprehensive to prepare students as teachers for any grade. The opportunity to teach and observe, therefore, has been given to a few of the graduates of the class of 1901, and the experiment has proved a pronounced success. For obvious reasons, however, such classes contain no deficient pupil. The following is a complete list of WASHINGTON, D. C., SATURDAY, JULY 13, 1901. JOYCE ENG CO. the grades under their charge: F. L. Cardozo, Jr., Principal; E. F. T. Merritt, 8; K. W. Alexander, 8; Rosetta Boston, 7; M. B. Fisher, 7; Herndon Jones, Normal, 7; Charity Heathman, 6; Anna Thompson, 6; Isabelle Kinner, 5; Mary V. Dickerson, 5; Anna Bell, 5; Arnline Barker, 4; Essie Jackson, Normal, 4; Lottie Crusor, 3; Mary Johnson, Normal, 3; Ella Cusberd, 2; Mary Ambler, Normal, 2; Musette Brooks, 1st Grades; Charlotte Onley, Normal, 1; Emma Mason, 1; E. V. Beckwith, the teachers, the numerals indicating Kindergarten; J. I. Henderson, Assistant Kindergarten. The special teachers and their branches of work are as follows: Sewing, Millie G. Lewis; Cooking, Helen Johnson; Music, 4th to 8th grades, H. Wythe Lewis; Music, 1st to 3d grades, Marie James; Playtime, Anita Turner; Drawing, Carpentry, Lectures, "The Body," Dr. Hughes. There are now 834 pupils in attendance. The session will close Aug. 2. The garden party by the Second Baptist Lyceum next Friday evening at Mrs. Neal's, 1250 New Jersey Ave. should be well patronized. Good music and other attractive features will insure a pleasant evening for all. RECORDER CHEATHAM RETURN Recorder Henry Plummer Cheatham returned Monday from North Carolina, whither he went for a little recreation and to accompany his two bright boys, who will spend the summer with relatives in the Old North State. Mr. Cheatham made a great speech at Rayman's, and delighted fully 5,000 hearers with his wit, wisdom and clean-cut logic. Beeves, sheep, lamb and chickens supplied the material for the finest barbecue ever held in that section, and everybody had a glorious time. Mr. Cheatham was at his best, and renewed his strong hold upon the confidence and affection of the masses. He returns looking hale and hearty, and seems to enjoy life as never before. Concerning the rumor of his approaching marriage to a Tennessee belle, Mr. Cheatham would not talk, but the merry twinkle in his eyes indicated that there might be "something doing" in that direction before long. It is a delicate question, but the Recorder being eligible and highly desirable from many standpoints, takes the situation with characteristic good humor, and has no objection to posing as a martyr to the gossip of the hour. We shall see what we shall see We shall see what we shall see. THE DUKE OF DARLINGTON. A South Carolinian Who Has Been at the Party Helm for Twenty- Two Years A Politician, a Diplomat and a Leader of Great Force and Character-His Leadership Endorsed by Constantly Placing in his Hands the Reins of Political Preferment in the Palmetto State. Perhaps there is no man better known, or more highly respected within the borders of the Palmetto State than the subject of this sketch, the Hon. Edmund H. Deas of Washington, D. C., recently elected chairman of the Republican State Committee of his State. Like most great men he came from humble parentage and in early life had to struggle against poverty; but this circumstance contributed no little in the way of preparing him to be the Moses of his people. We do not claim that he was born a politician, nevertheless it is true that all the characteristics of a successful politician and statesman were found in him well developed by the time he reached his teens. He may be called a master along this particular line, having served a regular apprenticeship in politics. Commencing in the year 1874 as precinct chairman, in 1878 he was elected chairman of his Congressional district, which position he held eight years with credit to himself and satisfaction to his party. Twenty-two years ago he was made a member of the State Executive Committee and is still serving his party with signal ability in that capacity, being now its honored head. In 1880 he was elected County Chairman, which position he still holds by the unaminous sufferage of his constituents. During all these years he has been the most active and aggressive Republican in the State. This is evidenced by the scars on his person received in political combats with red shirts. His labors have not been confined to these honorary positions, but he has filled several offices of trust and remuneration, such as superviser, Dept. Marshal, Dept. Treasurer of his county, Examiner in Pension Office, Washington, D. C., and Dept. Collector of Internal Revenue, which positions he has held from 1884 to the present, with an interruption of two years during Cleveland's administration. He has been several times voted for as presidential elector, three or four times candidate for Congress, elected and counted out. A member of the last five National Conventions, and three times a member of the notification committee. Though this remarkable man first saw the light of day in Georgetown, S. C., June 10th, 1855, no county or State can claim him, he belongs to and lives for the uplifting of the Negro everywhere. The Colored American can be had at all news stands. Call on your news dealer and get it, 10 COMMENCEMENT AT YALE. New Interest Centers Around These Always Parting Days-The Return of Old Graduates-A Colored Graduate With Honors-Local Pickups. New Haven, Conn. Special-Commencement week at Yale has come and gone and with it the thousands of visite who have infused new life into quiet New Haven. As usual the commencement girl was in evidence surrounded by her throng of admirers. Commencement week at Yale affords more novelty and interest than any where else in the country. On Sunday President Hadley preached the baccalaureate sermon. Monday was the class day exercises, held in the open air in a large enclosure surrounded by tiers of ascending seats, Wednesday was commencement day. But the event of the week was the Yale-Harvard ball game Tuesday, the Yale-Harvard boat race on Thursday. It was a sight never to be forgotten. Nearly a dozen graduate classes came back for their class reunions. They were dressed in different costumes and uniforms and headed by eight bands marched and danced around the Yale field before the game. It was a picturesque sight to see the gally attired graduates prancing before an audience of nearly thirty thousand people. Then followed the base ball game, which harvard won after a close fight. Then the classes marched to the different halls where they had their class suppers, after which the classes marched into the campus, and with bands, singing, dancing, red fire skyrockets had a general happy-go-lucky, dare-devil time until the early hours of the morning. Thursday was the boat race which Yale won; a crowd of nearly ten thousand assembling at the New Haven depot to give them an ovation. Pandemonium reigned when the crew appeared. They mounted a tally-ho and followed by thousands of rollicking students, graduates and townsmen and preceded by the 2nd regiment band proceeded on their triumphant march to the college campus. The path was ablaze before them by red fire, skyrockets, cannon crackers and a pyrotechnical display of fire works. The evenings entertainment culminated with a mammoth bonfire. Frederick Douglas Bonner of 37 Eaton street, who was class orator in the Hillhouse High School in 1897, graduated this year from the Academical Department of Yale, making a good record as a scholar. He compilates teaching in the Philippines; his brother Robert Bonner, the talent artist a graduate of the Yale Art School came on to see him graduate. Prof. William H. Ferris and Mr. Marsa Basset who graduated from Yale in 1895 came back to attend their class reunion. Mr. James Stewart, the popular caterer, had several class suppers to serve and has opened up his pavilion at Savin Rock. Mr. Henry Peters has charge of the Pequot Club house this summer. Mr. Horace Johnson is reported to be seriously ill and has been removed from the hospital to his home. Mrs. Penelope Booth and Misses Gracie and Eleanor Booth will soon leave for Evanston. Ill. Miss Florence L. Peters is summering at Morris Cove. The Misses Hattie Johnson and Emma Williams left the city for Branford, Conn. Mrs. Rosanna Fisher and Mrs. Minnie Coston are visiting friends in New York. Miss Mary Peters is summering at Light house Point. Mrs. C. O. Waters, is summering at Upper Fairmount, Md' with her father and mother; Rev. C. O. Waters will leave for the same place THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. with his two sons July 14th. A fair sized audience was in attendance at the Foote street A. M. E. Zion church last Sunday evening. Though the heat was intense the pastor continued his discourse on conversion which is stirring the people; putting them on serious study. Mrs. Brown, mother of Mrs. Gussie Stevens of 33 Foote street, still remans in a very weak condition. The Eposition Number of the World's Work. Four photographers have spent weeks and taken hundreds of pictures at the Pan American for The World's Work. Ninety-three have been chosen from this mass and engraved, including many large full pages and several double pages. The publication of so many beautiful illustrations has never before been brought together in a magazine The articles will give a bird's-eye view of the progress of the country in all phases of its life since the Chicago Fair. Every American consul in the world will receive a copy. The success of recent numbers of The World's Work has been remarkable. The publishers are buying back the July number to supply subscribers wherever they can find them. Afrc-Americans who Attend the Pan-American Exposition to be Cared for Properly. Buffalo, N. Y., Special-For the Public Good, in relation to the Colored people of the United States who may desire to attend the Pan-American Exposition, we the committee of "Public Comfort" with official sanction of the Bureau of Information, advise, with respect to accommodation, tha those who anticipate coming, communicale with any one of the following members of said committee for assignment to suitable places; Rev. J C. Ayler, 38 William street, Mr. James A. Ross, Secretary, 117 Clinton street, Mr. A. M Thomas, 15 Livingston street, Mr Garrett R Tucker, 593 Monroe street, Mr Samuel Murray, 664 Michigan street Mr. R. W. Baker, 45 William street, Mr. H. H Lewis, 180 Elm street Mrs M. Day, 71 Union street, Mrs. S. Jackson, 50 18th street, Mrs Mary Jenkins, 231 Clinton street, Mr. Henry Hamilton, 301 Elliott street, M. W. H Fawert, 79 Clinton street, We are advised by Mr. Booker T Washington, President of the National Negro Business League, that the indications are that the second annual session of that body which is to be held in Chicago, August 21st, 22nd and 23rd, will be more largely attended than the first session held at Boston last August. This League brings together Negroes who are engaged in and who are succeeding in every line of business. At these meetings experiences are given showing how thousands of Negro men and women have succeeded and are succeeding Reports at the Boston meeting last year were most encouraging. It was surprising to note how much business is being done by Negroes throughout the country. The reports at Chicago this year will be found even more interesting, we are sure. Our people in every section of the country should give their hearty support to so important an organization. The railroad companies have granted us a rate of one and one-third fare for the round trip. HOTEL DALE The Famous Hotel Date Atlantic City, N. J., has been re-leased by popular caterer and he has made great im- placing electric lights and fans all through papered and painted, and the service made ous equipment which was rated by the only ca, it now far excels its past accommodation be no fault whatever. The hotel is still un- Please write for booklets, Hotel Dale Kent N. J. E. W. Dale, Pr Nathan WATSON'S AN IDEAL SUMMER RESORT Located Take 7th Street Car to Chest Bridge Car or F Street Car, change and Societies, Clubs and Parties are in "Watson's Park." No charge for great Park Large and Shady, Crystal order. For further information call A. D. WATSON has been re-leased by its previous owner has made great improvements for fans all through the house. The service made more complete was rated the only first class Afro-its past accommodations, and we are the hotel is still under the management, Hotel Dale Kentucky and Arctic E. W. Dale, Prop., Nathaniel Diggs, M. WATSON'S PARK SUMMER RESORT. Located on Glen Ed Street Car to Chevy Chase, chevy Car, change at 32d and P and Parties are invited to spend No charge for grounds. Ed Shady, Crystal Spring Water information call on or address A. D. WATSON, Proprietor 2025 L St., 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 pareded and painted, and the service made more complete. With all of its previous equipment which was rated the only first class Afro-American hotel in America, 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 Diggs. Please write for booklets, Hotel Dale Kentucky and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City, N. J., E. W. Dale, Prop., AN IDEAL SUMMER RESORT. Located on Glen Echo Railway. 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 day's outing at "Watson's Park." No charge for grounds. Park Large and Shady, Crystal Spring Water. Meals served to order. For further information call on or address A. D. WATSON, Proprietor, 2025 L St., Northwest. THE HOTEL This magnificent hotel will open June 15th open until September 15th. Accom modation ence; terms reasonable. It is within thirty leave Chestnut street ferries every half hour, owner and proprietor. For terms address Camden County, N. J. BEAUTIFUL - BREAK BUCK Right on the Chesapeake Bay. The managers of the Bay Shore Sun near Hampton and Old Point, have please will be opened to the public for the season. This popular Resort is undergoing in villion, to accommodate 700 people is not comfortable rooms and spacious parlor and The equipment is thorough, and the service Special attention given to Church, Su excursions. LARGE HALL FOR SUMMER Correspondence solicited. Address, BAY SHORE will open June 15th for the reception. Action modulations strictly first. It is within thirty minutes ride for times every half hour, fare 31 cents, retails for terms address at present, C. A. BREEZY BUCKROE I Esapeake Bay. Sea Baths, the Bay Shore Summer Resort, Point, have pleasure in announcing public for the season of 1901, on which it is undergoing important improvements 700 people is now being erected, capacious parlor and private dining, and the service is the best even to Church, Sunday School ALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTION Incited. Address, BAY SHORE HOTEL COM P. O Box This magnificent hotel will open June 15th for the reception of guests and remain open until September 15th. Accon modulations 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, Snow Hill P, O., Camden County, N.J. The managers 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 20th. 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. THE HOME OF THE MIDDLE SCHOOL --- --- and by its previous owner Mr. E. W. Dale, the best improvements for the coming season, by rough the house. The hotel has been newly made more complete. With all of its prevailing first class Afro-American hotel in Americodations, and we are positive that there will be under the management of Mr. Nat Diggs, Kentucky and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City, near, Prop., Chanuel Diggs, Mgr. N'S PARK, RESORT. Located on Glen Echo Railway. Chevy Chase, change to Cabin John Bridge at 32d and P streets. Are invited to spend a day's outing at the grounds. Crystal Spring Water. Meals served to all on or address SON, Proprietor, 2025 L St., Northwest. HOTEL Woodlawn Terrace Lawnside, N J. the 15th for the reception of guests and remainations strictly first-class with every conveni- tary minutes ride from Philadelphia; trains, cur, fare 31 cents, return booklets. C. A. SMITH. Press at present, C. A. SMITH, Snow Hill P, O. FREEZY BOCKROE BEACH! Sea-Baths, Sea-Food, Sea-Air. Summer Resort, on the electric car line, pleasure in announcing that their Resort season of 1901, on Wednesday May 29th. Important improvements. A large pa- ses now being erected and a neat hotel with cur and private dining room, is being built. Service is the best. Sunday School and Society picnics and CAMER CONVENTIONS. NO LIQUORS. RE HOTEL COMPANY, P. O Box 364. Hampton, Va. THE HOTEL HENDERSON. Atlantic City. New Jersey. A strictly up to date hotel for the accommodation of first class colored people. It has all modern improvements: large and airy rooms newly upholstered, renovated and repapered. Its location is the very best in a quiet neighborhood and within sight of the Board Walk and the Ocean. The cuisine is the best—Mr Henderson being a professional caterer. Rates reasonable. For particulars address, STACY I. HENDERSON, 120 N Mississippi Av. Atlantic City, N.J. THE EDITOR'S MAIL BAG A BOQUET OF PRAISES From Readers. The Colored American Leads in Character and Quality-Letters From all Parts of the World-Must Have it—"She Makes me Pay," Next to the Bible" in Interest-Growing More in Favor Day by Day. The publication of The Colored American began, eight years ago to make it just what it is today—the leading colored journal of the world. It has succeeded. You can stick a pin here. The rise of the paper to its present position of leadership has been steady—not artificial, up today and down tomorrow, it has steadily grown in favor, not be cause of personal reason, not at all, but because it sought the news of the progress of the Negro throughout the world and the states particularly, and gave it to the people, and the letters below are only those that are sincere, following the success of the publication, coming from the hearts of a grateful people. The Colored American today has the largest circulation of any colored paper in the country and the books stand open to prove the fact. This is not braggidoclo, but the simple truth, and the time has come to tell it. The paper is original in the extreme and withal is an encyclopedia for numbers of papers whose managers fail to credit The Colored American. The editor has ably defended the race at every turn. Nothing discourages, but the least resistance makes the paper in all departments reach higher and still higher. The best staff of writers of the race is employed here and elsewhere. Right here has the owner succeeded. The managers feel indeed grateful to the host of people of both races who appreciate their efforts. People of both races well understand the fact that this is an up-to-date newspaper, which since its debut has brought successful Negroes to the front in contrast to the bad element which delight the white papers to publish. The Colored American's influence is unbounded. The colored people throughout the country look to it for defense and they get it too. No wavering, but straight forward republican ever supporting the party which stands for liberty and against disfranchising the Negro in the South. The letters below are only a few of the many, which flood the offices of The Colored American each week. We congratulate Editor Cooper of The Colored American on the business-like appearance of his paper. It is full or rate and racy news and presents a good appearance.—The Chicago Monitor. BECOMES MORE VALUABLE. Kansas City, Mo., June 10, 1901, Editor Colored American, Dear Sir—Enclosed please find post office order for two dollars subscription for Colored American. Your paper becomes more valuable. Yours truly. J. S. Y. GROWING MORE INTERESTING. Tyrone, Pa., May 27th, 1901, The Colored American, Gentlemen-Find enclosed check for two dollars on my subscriptions due you. The American is growing more interesting every week. Keep up the good work. Yours truly, G. W. B. A VALUABLE "AD" MEDIUM. Nashville, Tenn., June 22, 1901, The Colored American, Gentlemen—Your favor of June 19th at hand. Enclosed please find check for advertisement. We have written Mr. Chas. Hall Adams asking him to forward you a photograph. We think The Colored American a very good paper and might add hat we receive more returns from our THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. advertising in it than from any other two papers we have advertising in. We will send you the other matter spoken of later. Yours truly, J. C. BULIS ONE OF THE ABLEST. Marshallville, Ga. May 20, 1901 Editor Colored American, Dear Sir: Enclosed you will find a subscription to The Colored American. You are editing and publishing one of the ablest and fairest Negro journals of this country Please continue mine and accept thanks for past favors. I am yours truly. A. J. C. ENJOYS READING IT. Raleigh, N. C., May 20, 701, Editor Colored American, Dear Sir-Enclosed you will find $100 which is part payment on the bill sent. Will send balance later. I must say that I enjoy reading your very valuable paper very much, and hope for you continued success Very truly yours, N. C. D. THE BEST LIKED. Alexandria, Va., June 4, 1901, Editor Colored American, Dear Sir—Enclosed you will find one dollar of my subscription money. I enjoy The Colored American more than any Negro paper I have ever seen and would not like to be without it. I enjoy the Alexandria letter. Wishing the paper all the success possible, I remain very respectfully. L. E. G. GOOD WISHES. (VVV) Philadelphia, Pa., April 26, 1901, The Colored American, Sir—Enclosed find check for two dollars for my advertisement to May 27th and I am glad to see that you are getting up steam, and hope you will "keep the ball rolling." Many wishes for the dear old Colored American and hurra! for Mr. Cooper; may you yet see The American fly to every nook and corner of this great universe, as I can see you are fast covering new fields that have been idle for some time. Your oldest advertising patron, IT CONTAINS ALL THAT IS GOOD. Grande Ronde, Ore., As to your paper, I have run over the list of things that appeal to me as good in a paper and you seem to have them already, or in contemplation, so I cannot think of any further suggestions that would be useful at present. When a paper has the up-tc-date magazine form, is printed on good paper, with clear type and good illustrations, is handled by the great news agencies, employs a cartoonist, and has a man at the head who knows what he is about, what else is to be desired? I shall endeavor to repay your kindness in any little thing I may be able to do in increasing your circulation in Oregon. I am very truly, L.P. The Colored American in Buffalo. For the benefit of the many readers of The Colored American special arrangements have been made so that the paper can be found at Ross' cigar store, Lucas' barbershop on Wil'iams street, Ruffin's barbershop on Clinton street and at all the leading news stands. Visitors to the exposition will do well to call at these places and secure a copy of the paper WATCH 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. One Bottle Does It. Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., Gentlemen: I have used only one bottle of the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow and it gives me good satisfaction. My hair grows faster than I ever saw any hair grow in my life and it is also soft and straight. Your preparation is worth three times the money you sell it for. Yours truly, Miss W. Duffey, Palestine, Texas. If your dealer cannot supply you send us 50 cents and we will send you a bottle. Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Do you want to know any- thing about LIBERIA If so write for free particulars to INTERNATIONAL MIGRATION & STEAMSHIP CO., Nashville, Tenn. BLACK SKIN REMOVER REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER A Wonderful Face Bleach 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. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A PEACH-LIKE complexion obtained if used a directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mulatto person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours a shade ortwo will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin remaining beautiful without continual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples or bumps or black heads, making the skin very soft and smooth. Small pox pits, tan, liver spots removed without harm to the skin. When you get the color you wish, stop using the preparation. THE HAIR STRAIGHTENER 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. THE NO-SMELL thrown in free. 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 C. O. D., it will come by express. 25c. 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. CRANE AND CO., 122 west Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. .11 It Lead Them All. In another part of this paper will be seen the advertisement of the Hotel Dale at Atlantic City, N. J., This is the largest and most complete and most elegantly furnished hotel in the United States for the accommodation of colored people The proprietor, Mr. E. W. Dale, on account of not being able to give the management his personal attention, would be glad to consider a proposition from some experienced hotel manager for the purchase of this hotel. It will be a paying investment to the right parties. Address E. W. Dale, Cape May; N. J. tf. 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may quickly ascertain our opinion free whether an invention is probably patentable. Communications strictly confidential. Handbook on Patents sent free. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Munn & Co. receive special notice, without charge, in the A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest circulation of any scientific journal. Terms, $3 a year; four months, $1. Sold by all newsdealers. MUNN & Co. 361 Broadw. New York Branch Office. 625 F St. Washington, D. C. CONSTAN'S FRENCH FEMALE PILLS, PRICE $1.00. SAFE AND SURE. GESSFORD, Sole Agent. S. W. Cor. 9th and You Sts, N. W. Washington, D. C. Screen Dcors, - 65 Cents Window Screens, - 14 Cents Lawn Mowers, - $2.25 JOHN B. ESPEY, Hardware, Etc., 1010 Pa. Ave N. W ILLUSTRATIONS CUTS MADE OF ANY THING, BY ANY PROCESS. FINE WORK AT LOW PRICES. THE Maurice Joyce Engraving Company. EVENING STAR BUILDING WASHINGTON, A.C. SANTAL-MIDY Standard remedy for Gleet, Gonorrhoea and Runnings IN 48 HOURS. Cures Kid- sey and Bladder Troubles. MIDY 1.000 AGENTS WANTED At once in each State and Territory, to take orders and deliver the beautiful Military and Historical Souvenir Portrait Group of the Officers of the 3rd North Carolina U. S. V. in the War with Spain, the first Negro regiment ever organized and entirely officered by colored men. It sells at sight. Active agents are taking from 15 to 25 orders a day. Just the thing for ladies to handle, as they are succeeding equally as well as men. Hundreds of these Souvenirs have been sold at $1 apiece to the best citizens in different localities; but from now on, a copy will be mailed to any address in the United States, Cuba, Porto Rice, or Philippine Islands on the receipt of 75 cents each. Send money by P. O. money order. If you don't care to canvass, you will do me a great favor by showing this advertisement to some one who does or would. Agents are making big money. Write for terms to agents, at once. Address CAPT. THOS. L. LEATHERWOOD, publisher, 1200 New Hampshire Avenue N. W. ```markdown ``` 12 Cures Weak Men Free naures Love and a Happy Home For All. A. B. How any man may quickly cure himself after years of suffering from sexual weakness, lost vitality, night losses, varicocelle, etc., and enlarge small weak organs to full size L. W. KNAPP, M. D. and vigor. Simply send your name and address to Dr. L, W, Knapp, 1811 Hull Bldg., Detroit, Mich., and he will gladly send the free receipt with full directions so that any man may easily cure himself at home. This is certainly a most generous offer and the following extracts taken from his daily mail show what men think of his generosity. "Dear Sir:—Please accept my sincere thanks for ours of recent date. I have given your treatment a thorough test and the benefit has been extraordinar. It has completely braced me up. I am just as vigorous as when a boy and you cannot realize how happy I am." "Dear Sir:—Your method worked beautifully. Results were exactly what I needed. Strength and vigor have complete returned and enlargement is entirely satisfactory." "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. Everybody Eats CORBY'S "MOTHER'S BREAD." It is easily the best bread in the world. It is pure and wholesome and is the greatest strength giving food you can eat. Mothers Bread is sold by over a thousand grocers in this city. Try it. Corby's Modern Bakery. DRESSMAKING ACADEMY. The de Lam Orton Famous French Perfection Tailor System Mme J. A. Smallwood, Sole Agent 1513 Madison street, northwest, Morning class from 9 a. m. to 1 p. m. Afternoon class 2 to 5 p. m. daily. Evenings from 7:30 to 10 o'clock. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, dressmakers and ladies who wish to do their own dressmaking. WANTED—To learn the wonderful De Lam Orton French Perfection Tailor System. Seamless Basques without one inch of visible seam, in lining or goods, not even on the shoulder. Successful dressmaking requires as much earnest progressive study as successful work in any of the professions. No detail is too small to be looked after. We teach you to make dresses with or without seam and guarantee perfect fits, and complete your course with a diploma. Pupils can enter at any time. 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 450 C street, n. w. Washington, D. C. For rent 4 rooms furnished or unfurnished or a flat of 5 rooms unfurnished. Nice location on main car line Northwest section of city. Terms reasonable. References exchanged; Address First Class Rooms, this office. Two furnished rooms for rent, large, cool, airy, nice location, convenient to cars and herdics and very reasonable in price. Call a 1505 P st. n. w. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. LATE LOCALS. The following named persons have been elected as delegates to the National Convention of the Afro-American Council, at Philadelphia, Pa., August 7-9, 1901: Prof. Jesse Lawson, Hon. John H. Hannon, Dr. Lucy E. Moten, Mr. Wm. T. Ferguson and Mr. John T. Howe. A grand reception will be tendered to Rev. R. T. Queen, pastor Allen Chapel M. E. church Tuesday evening, July 16ts, at Garfield. D. C. The stewards and trustees as well as the women workers of the church have arranged a most elaborate and interesting program. Dr. D. W. Onley, the well known dentist, located formerly at 5th and D southeast, has removed to the offices which Dr. T. A. Campbell had at 421 3rd, southwest, thereby acquiring a better location, finer quarters and is fully equipped now to do the finest and highest class of dental work. Hon. George H. White and Samuel E. Lacy have been chosen by the Second Baptist Lyceum to represent it as an affiliated body of the Afro-American Council at the Philadelphia convention. The Lyceum will be an important factor at the national pow-wow, and is fortunate in securing such able representatives. The National Association of Colored Dentists was organized last Friday July July 5th, their plan being the general improvement of the members. The officers are D. A. Ferguson, president, Richmond, Va.; A. J. Gwathney, vice president, D. W. Ouley, secretary, Alice M. Waring, treasurer. Meetings are to be held annually. Paul Laurence Dunbar and H. Douglass have "doubled up" will fill dates in conjunction for the remainder of the summer season. The combination is a strong one and may be made permanent. They stand at the head of their respective lines and are the best drawing cards that the concert stage can now boast of. The Second Baptist Lyceum gives a delightful garden party next Friday evening on the grounds of Mr. and Mr. Asbury Neal, 125 New Jersey Ave. northwest, Friends of the Lyceum are invited, and the committee assures every one a good time. Miss Georgia Makell is in charge of the arrangements. Program begins at eight o'clock. Mrs. Anna Evans Murray is receiving quite a number of applications from young ladies who wish to enter next year's class in Kindergarten instruction. It is a splendid training, and the Phoebe Hearst or National Kindergarten Association, which Mrs. Murray represents, is offering profitable opportunities. Mrs. Murray's address is 934 S street. Mr. W, A. Robinson a clerk in the Pension office, is taking his annual leave of thirty days. During his trip away he will take in the Pan-American Exposition at Buffalo, Cleveland and Detroit and wind up at his home in Saginaw, Mich., where he will spend the heated term. Mr. Robinson is a prominent Sir Knight and will represent Gethsemane Commandary together with other members at the conclave in Detroit. Buy a Copy. The Colored American can be found every Saturday morning at Black's Hotel. Walnut street between Fourth and Fifth streets, Evansville, Ind. All the leading journals and race papers are handled there. tf. 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 age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age the country you pay 35 cents per month as months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month As Sick Benefits you receive from $6 00 ments. As Death Benefit, your family receives After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00. the Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. 60 (according to age,) as joining fee. If you live in cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per 80 cents per month. Receive from $6 00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly pay our family receives $75.00 if you die within a year 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. To join the Rosebud Fountain you must be between 14 and 14 year of age. You pay $1.00, either cash or by installments. The monthly dues are either 15 or 25 cents. Fountains may decide. The annual tax is 10 cents. You receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4.00 per month, 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. Amit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $335, then $200 to $65. Amit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6 50. Annual dues, certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After two $300. Amit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13 50. Annual dues, certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1 000 to $700. Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which is of 20 per cent. United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264 75, over a year. BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Order but the race as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of other regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by the safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 a share to the cent, dividends. Both time and demand deposit interest is paid on time deposits. The following report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia states that 1900 and shows its flourishing condition:— LIABILITIES. Capital stock paid in ... 88,125 00 Surplus fund ... 80,957 80 Undivided profits ... 6,826 80 Demand certificate of deposit ... 96,786 20 Time certificates of deposit ... 118,424 75 Total ... 391,120 60 The newspaper published by the order from its own office stands for the voice of the people, representing one of the race and is the Beacon Light, the Headlight and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is a hired job office bids for the work of the people, which is stylish and at low prices. Diamond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has purchased established thereon an "Old Folk's Home." With unbroad-minded generosity, the Order does not limit enlisted members alone, nor even to members families, but the aged and decrepid of the whole race, regardless of the age. The Order makes itself the trustee for this glorious whole people, black and white, North, East, South, their contribution the carrying out of this praiseworthy year is set apart as a Grend Rally Day for the Honors awarded to the casnier of the Reformer's Savings Bank for same and account for it to The Grand Fountain. And the public, when visiting Richmond, Va., a hotel Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. It is in a pleasant Service is of the best and rates are reasonable. Department manages and controls all property interests in snow owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 hotel of $122,500. In addition to these the Order leases To join the Rosebud Fountain you 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 Certificate is valu After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years $9 50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from da You are entitled to a Life Membership Classe B and E upon purchase of the requ ays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of Tr 200, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with 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 Certificate 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 1, 200, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264 75, over a MILLION DOLLARS. THE BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound and flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Order buttle 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 $5.00 a share to members, and pays 20 per cent. dividends are received and 4 per cent. interest is paid is a copy of the Cashier's report to Audito close of business Sept., 5, 1900 and shows its members, and pays 20 per cent, dividends. Both time and demand deposits are received and 4 per cent. interest is paid on time deposits. 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;— Leans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 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 Feed 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 voice 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 O 634 acres of land, and established thereon and exampled liberality and broad-minded genrance to this home to its members alone, m doors are opened to the aged and decrepid o 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 a Contributions can be forwarded to the casin who will send receipt for same and account. Members of the Order and the public, w invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 900 N and desirable location. Service is of the best. The Real Estate Department manages the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 build with a fee simple value of $122,500. In add buildings. Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 O. her stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 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 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, 900 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 now 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. BURRILL, G. W. Secretary, TAYLER, G. W., Master. --- A. BEEHIVE RESOURCES. TAYLOR, G. W. Master. ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. LIABILITIES. [W. P. BURHILL, G. W. Secretary] THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. J. 18 CROWNSVILLE COTTAGE is an attractive place to spend the hot weather. It is a high and pleasantly situated farmhouse on the Annapolis railway. It is seven miles this side of Annapolis and only an hour's ride from Washington via B. and O. B & P Railroad. First-class table and good beds. Can accommodate a few families. For further information write Mr. JNO T. JOHNSON, Crownsville, Anne Arundel Co., Md.; or enquire of Mrs. Webb, 1036 3rd Street, northwest. How to Help us. The frierds of The Colored American can help it in a substantial way by calling at the news stands and purchasing a copy of it. This applies to every reader of The Colored American in every city in the United States. If the dealer does not keep the paper insist on his getting it for you. tf Don't fail to procure a copy of the next issue of The Colored American. It will be brimful of news and can be had at your nearest news stand. Call and get copy. tf. The River Queen. W. M. DRURY'S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St., corner L. N. W. Washington, D. C. DR, D. W. ONLEY, DENTIST, Has removed from 420 D St. S. E, to 421 3rd Street, Southwest. All work at reasonable rates. Consultation free. Office hours 9 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sundays 12 to 6 p. m. The only COOL & DELICIOUS —ICE CREAM PARLOBS — For colored ladies and gentlemen is at 1128 7th Street, N. W. Best ice cream and best of treatment, Call and investigate. Soda fountain inconnection. Remember the number DURING THE SUMMER We make a Specialty of Scouring and Repairing Clothing. BENNETT B. SLADE & CO., Reliable Tailors, 1902 E Street. Branch: 6th & Missouri;Avenue, N.W. THE GREAT LEADERS. A Popular Pastor Leaves Memphis-The Home Circle. Memphis, Tenn, Special — We were very much grieved to be made aware of the fact that we must give up our beloved pastor, Dr. John M Abby, who had with so much care and christian fortitude planted the A. M. E. Z on church in our midst. Dr, Abby has won a warm place in the hearts of the good people of Memphis. While we hate to give him up, yet being loyal Methodists we bow to the will of our worthy Bishop. Clinton chapel of this city which he has pastored so long and with so much zeal, recommends him as a notle worker. He began this little number as Mr Wesley, with only seven and now we feel we are second to none in the city. During his stay with us he purchased a beautiful lot and we will soon begin to build. All of this is due to the untiring energy of our worthy pastor. He is missed in our city as only a true worker for Christ can be, but our loss is the gain of Washington City.—By Rev. M. F. Fulford. Mr. Tommie Bonds made a flying trip to Little Rock, Ark., last week to visit relatives and friends. Miss Dora Anderson, of Helena, Ark., is visiting Mrs. L M. Plunkett, 253 Dunlap street. H. W. Mc—Roy the barber at 119 street, will leave in a few days on a vacation to Buffalo, N. Y., where he will attend the fair. On his return will make brief stops at the following places Niagara Falls, Cleveland, O., Chicago and other cities of importance. Rev. N. H. Plus and wife left for Texas last week, where they go to attend the marriage of a relative Home should be the happiest spot on earth to all who know and feel the true meaning thereof. But how many know of its Devine precepts. Woman the master piece of creation, sets there inhroned as queen in some, but in others she is there as a slave to the cruel will of man. God did not intend that she should be beneath man and therefore she will in the near future rise in her might and proclaim her freedom and rights as a human being. Mothers and fathers should keep their little children from off the streets at night, and especial y the girls should never be alone at parties or other places: but should always be accompanied by a chaperon. The true leaders of the people are the Press, Pulpit and School. Therefore they should never falter in doing their duty. E. W. SADDLER. Colonel "Hop" Coates. Not least among the many attractions on board the majestic "River Queen" is the sunny smile and hearty handshake of that passer of geniality Colonel "Hop" Coates. "Hop" is general supervisor of the buffet, and he fits the position as snugly as if he were made to order for it. It is estimated that he knows more people than any other mixologist in the District, and can remember just what each of them want when they come into his department Captain Woollen has an indispensable lieutenant in Colonel "Hop" Coates, and patrons of the "River Queen" have not tasted the full sweetness of "life on the ocean wave" until they have gone to the cosy salon on the lower deck and had a "smile" with the "Buffet King." DABNEY'S HAIR AND SCALP POMADE. DABNEY'S POMADE I have had long experience in the study and treatment of the hair and after having given careful study I know of no preparation so beneficial to the hair and scalp as this pomade. It contains everything that will stimulate the growth of the hair; stop its falling out; cure the dandruff and will thicken and promote its growth. By careful treatment and following the instructions the hair will become soft, silky, and healthy. Full directions are printed on each jar. Where the Pomade is not desired a tonic can be furnished with the I have had long experience in the study and treatment of the hair and after having given careful study I know of no preparation so beneficial to the hair and scalp as this pomade. It contains everything that will stimulate the growth of the hair; stop its falling out; cure the dandruff and will thicken and promote its growth. By careful treatment and following the instructions the hair will become soft, silky, and healthy. Full directions are printed on each jar. Where the Pomade is not desired a tonic can be furnished with the same ingredients. The prices are as follows— Dabney's Pomade per bottle, city prices only, $.25; Dabney's Tonlc, $.50; Dabney's Shampoo, $.50. Dabney's Dandruff Destroyer per bottle, $.75. Orders promptly attended to. Prepared by J. W. Dabney and sold by Mrs. J. W. Dabney, 1132 3rd St., northwest, Washington, D. C. NOTE:—Mr. Dabney is one of the most successful tonsorial artists in Washington, having a well established business. He attends upon the president and many of the leading business men, officers of the army and diplomats of the country. Dabney's Pomade per bottle, city prices only, $.25; Dabney's Tonic, $.50; Dabney's Shampoo, $.50. Dabney's Dandruff Destroyer per bottle,$.75. Orders promptly attended to. Prepared by J. W. Dabney and sold by Mrs. J. W. Dabney, 1132 3rd St., northwest, Washington, D. C. NOTE:—Mr Dabney is one of the most successful tonsorial artists in Washington, having a well established business. He attends upon the president and many of the leading business men officers of the army and diplomats of the country. ROYAL BENEFIT SOCIETY Washington, D. C. Incorporated under the Laws of the United States passed by Act of Congress. The leading Benefit Society in the South, paying Sick, Accident and Death Benefits. Membership almost doubled in 1900. Over 3,000 claims paid in three years. Reliable Agents, male or female, wanted in all the Southern States, to whom good compensation will be given. Write for particulars. Incorporated under the Laws of the United States passed by Act of Congress. The leading Benefit Society in the South, paying Sick, Accident and Death Benefits. Membership almost doubled in 1900. Over 3,000 claims paid in three years. Reliable Agents, male or female, wanted in all the Southern States, to whom good compensation will be given. Write for particulars. ```markdown ``` James H. Dabney, FUNERAL DIRECTOR 1132 3rd Street, Northwest, Carriages for hire. Phone 1727 Branch office Alexandria, Va Washington, Dist. Col A Business Opportunity. An active, energetic colored man who desires to go into business for himself and who is willing to assume a little responsibility, can secure a permanent position and can earn from $10 to $30 a week according to his ability. The work is pleasant and consists in collecting and handling money. A cash bond is required or the best of reference. For particular call on or address Wide Awake Business Man, care The Colored American Washington, D. C. An active, energetic colored man who desires to go into business for himself and who is willing to assume a little responsibility, can secure a permanent position and can earn from $10 to $30 a week according to his ability. The work is pleasant and consists in collecting and handling money. A cash bond is required or the best of reference. For particulars call on or address Wide Awake Business Man, care The Colored American, Washington, D. C. Refrigerators ICE CHESTS, GASRANGES, GC-CARTS, MATTINGS. CARRIAGES, FURNITURE. On Credit. There is no need of doing without anything that will help to make your house more comfortable—for if you cannot well spare the money to pay cash—you are entirely welcome to credit. We are complete house-furnishers, and whatever you buy here is guaranteed by us to give complete satisfaction. Our credit prices are marked in plain figures for your comparison, and are as low as equal qualities can be bought anywhese for cash. GASRANGES, MATTINGS. FURNITURE. ICE CHESTS, GC-CARTS, CARRIAGES, There is no need of doing without anything that will help to make your house more comfortable—for if you cannot well spare the money to pay cash—you are entirely welcome to credit. We are complete house-furnishers, and whatever you buy here is guaranteed by us to give complete satisfaction. Our credit prices are marked in plain figures for your comparison, and are as low as equal qualities can be bought anywhese for cash. Grogan's MAM MOTH CREDIT HOUSE MAMMOTH CREDIT HOUSE, 817-819-821-823 Seventh Street N W, Between H and I Streets. THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. C. BE NOT D TO THE COLORED PE King of all "OZO NOT DECEIVED RED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. of all Hair Tonics, 'OZONO.' BE NOT DECEIVED TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA King of all Hair Tonics, "OZONO." 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 Tonics. 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. 20,000 people are to-day using our preparations, and every purchaser recommends Ozono as the King of all Hair Tonics. Ozono will positively take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly, Refractory, Troublesome Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will cure your head of all itching, worrying scalp diseases. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, and Scurf can not live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair long and soft. Now, right here, let us make a statement. Many firms are advertising remedies to straighten hair, but when they send the preparation they tell you to use hot irons. Friends, do not use hot irons; they will burn up the life of the hair, and cause it to drop out. Ozono straightens without any outside assistance. Nothing but Ozono is necessary, and the hair stays straight forever. You can stop the use at any time. The good effects on the hair are seen in a day or two after the first application. The price of Ozono is 50c. a bottle—4 boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send to us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you four large boxes of Ozono and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rough skin soft and pliant, and cures all skin diseases. Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually removes small-pox pits. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food—Nature's great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, and all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look younger. Name..... House, No..... Street..... City..... County..... State.... We will also include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is absolutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but a pure soap should ever AN AGENT IN EVERY TOWN AND CITY TO SELL ss Watch AND GET SUBSCRIBERS FOR The Colored America It belongs to no clique or faction, but represents the whole people. It is not a party organ, but stands for the rights of the Negro. oughts and best achievements. It is not a patent back, but its columns teem with spicy, original mat WE WANT AN AGENT IN EV The Frederick Douglass Watch It gives all the news. It belongs to no cliq It tells what the Negro is doing. It is It reflects the highest thoughts and best achievemen WE WANT AN AGENT IN EVERY TOWN AND CITY TO SELL The Frederick Douglass Watch AND GET SUBSCRIBERS FOR The Colored American. It gives all the news. It belongs to no clique or faction, but represents the whole people. It tells what the Negro is doing. It is not a party organ, but stands for the rights of the Negro. It reflects the highest thoughts and best achievements. It is not a patent back, but its columns teem with spicy, original matter. Subscription Price $2.00 per Year, $1.10 for Six Months. 60cts for Three Months. Terms Invariably in Advance. For Further Information Address, THE COLORED AMERICAN, Washington, D. C. 14 OZONO. BEFORE. AFTER. 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. 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. MISS BESSIE POWERS, 383 Missouri street, Toledo, O. A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and cause a beautiful and luxurious growth. If your hair is already straight, you can use it to secure a glossy long growth. Buy only the genuine "OZONO." Send us $1.00 at once, and the goods will be sent the same day we receive your order. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. 中華人女性美髪 BEFORE AFTER Boston Chemical Co., 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. I enclose you $1.00, for which please send at once the following goods: 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Package (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. Total, $4.00. If you want 4 lots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has no coupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to coupon when you send your order. AVBRY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL Yaa | ALLEGHENY, PA, | A Practical, Literary and In- dustrial Trade School for Colored | Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Brick- laying, Plestering, Painting and | faterior Decorations. Tailering, | Dress-making, Millinery, Voice | Culture and Piano Forte. Liter- ary Department from Primary to | Normal Course. Job Work Bo- [cited and Profits given to the || Students. Catalogues now ready. || Unusual advantages tor Girls and | separate building. Fall terms | begins Sept. 9th, 1901, Address Jossrn D. Mawoney, Allegheny, Pa. - Prineipal. Cas aE ge’ dq ee peters 4 oy ieer pa H Geto Bs Mee. ee ext Cries Sa cea | Deer sc eee bE ite. rit Ge ie a H See FT [nape lee Petey see | ein gi es By aaent 1 SS Atacama LL Denis iain uta Oe HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washington, D. C. TPES listinet departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theo- logical, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address— Rev, J, E, RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., Fresident, Gro. H, SAFFoRD, Secretary. ts Medical Department Inelading Medical, Dental & Pharmacentica} | Colleges, \Thirty-fourth session (1901-1902) begins Oct. 1- | Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges each #80. Pharmacy College, $70. All stu- dents must register before Oct. 12, 1901. | For catalogue or further information, apply to | F. J. SHapp, M. D.. Secretary, | | 901 R Bt, N. W., Wash, D. C. | es Zeph. P. Moore, NOTARY PUBLIC, | Fite, Life and Accident Insurance, 1206 R Street, Northwest, (J. H, Winslow's Office ) Washington, D. C. REPRESENTING THE Delaware Fire Insurance Co. ef Phila- delphi, Norwich Union Fire insur nce Co,, of England, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Co of Philadelphia, Masa. chusetts Mutual Accident Association. Phone. Main 2481-2 ATTENTION. We Offerto Make Absolutely Free of Charge, A Life Size Portrait in Oilette, Pastel, Water Color, Sepia, India Ink or Crayon. _—___. In order to introduce our excellent work, we will SOMeAFREE OF Cuange, A Ling Geee See avied and eniarged f, hoto, tintype, qemteors, ete: to anyera eee Eee ou Suack,!® Unexcelled, our likenesses are striking. * Snishes the most artistic. Small pictures al- ™8¥s returned on demand. If you wish to possess Nraluable life-like Portrait in Oilette. Pastel, Wa- Color, India Ink or Crayon, of yourselves, chil- Faey ,{ather, mother, deer absents or departed. ARE OF CuaRGn, send in your photo to THE CONTINENTAL ART CO, “S08, Washington Se, Chicago, Tl, Meatico The Colored Americag, THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. G@ CITY PARAGRAPHS. | SUMMER RESOF lantic City, N J, last Friday night to spend the heated term. The genial ‘“‘Ad” Syphax was the re- cipient of a promotion on the Ist. He waptes to see all his friends for reasons. Mr. W. H. Conner ofthe Pension Bu- reau was in Annapolis last week in the interest of Sunday-schoo! affairs. Mr. R. J. Dickey, for many years a clerk in the Patent Office, was among the decapitated on the first of the month. The Keystone Park at Suitlard, Md, is doing a flourishing busixess, Col. Key is easily the maecter of the situa- tion. The Vermont avenue Baptist church gavea grand excursion to Glymout, Md., last Friday. It was the biggest exeursien to Glymont of the season. Dr. W. S. Napper and Mr Wyatt Archer were also the happy receiving ends of promotion deliveries. Their friends are asked to name their pizen. _ The grand and united order of bus- bands whore wives are out of town for the summer is receiving numerous ac- ecssions. Mr. Harry W. Cornrll is the latest addition. It’s pretty hot these days but it is notbing compared with the article dis- pensed by the average colored spell- binder in the various debating societies. “This weather aint nothing’’, Mrs Syphax Wright of this city was recently appointed matron of Avery College at Allegheny, Pa, Her appoint ment was made through the National Colored Teachers Bureau of this city. Rev. 8S. W. 8mith,D D, of Prince ton and his little son DeLafayette, passed through the city en route to Rectortown, Va., where they will spend too weeks as guests of the formers mother. There was a slump in church attend- ance last Sunday for ressons. The weather must have afforded the minis- ter 8 F orrible example to which to point their flocks as te what might be expect- ed if they didn’t walk neat in this world. Dr. Bruce Evans, the recently elect- ed principal of the industriel depart- ment of the Washington Pblis Schools leaves for Hampton this week fora mueh needed vacation. Seldom has en appointment been made of such genu- ine merit a3 his to rize above the clas: who hew wood and draw water. Mr. Wm. G. Smith of the Pension Bureau has rapidly forged to the tront asa free-mason and is now occupying 2 place of honor in the sacred council's of the order seldom attained by one in |soshort atime. His work last Friday | night was so excellent as to deserve more than passing mention and all who witnessed it were impressed with the nice finish with which he executed the functions of his office. Wm. G. is 2 comer and will bear watching. Special Notice. Crry SUBSCRIBERS who will bring their subscription money or send it by | mail to thie cifice will be allowed to deAnat awe wierd of the amount. Ii SUMMER RESORTS. 582584 Broadway, Opposite New Depot. ALBANY, N. Y. European Pian. T. H. Dicos, Prop. Special attention paid to Private Dinners, Lum cheons, etc. Ladies’ Dining Rooms up stairs. Ladies’ Entrance to Cafe, 63 James St. Telephone 1840 D. Madre’s Park situated on the Eckington and Surburban Line, at the corner of 7th and Albany Streets has been refitted and is now for ‘rent for picnics, garden parties, etc, This park has a beautiful pavilion so by so, swings, excellent water and everything necessary to make it a de- sirable pleasure resort. For further informatiou call or address M. 4. D Madre, Madre’s Park, 7th and Albany Sts., Eckington, D. C. | Harpers Ferry, W. Va. THE SUNSET COTTAGE—This magnificen cottage is located in the historical city of Har pers Ferry, W- Va onthe Potomac: The house is nicely arranged and a number of first class fami- lies can be accommodated- It overlooks Harpers Ferry Gap, Maryland Heights and Louden Heights: No more pleasant place can be ob- tained to spend a few weeks for rest and recre- ation- For terms and particulars address, Mrs- C- L J- Moore, Moore, Box 165 Harpers Ferry, W- Va- West End Heuse. CoLowraL BEAcH, ‘Vireinia, Will be opened on the 12th of June for the accom- modation of persons wishing summer board. Terms reasonable. Come and spend a few days ef real pleasure bathing, fishing and crabbing. For particulars address, Mrs. Lizzie S. Jouxsow, Colonial Beach, Va., Or 1737 Oregon Avenue, nw. THE DOUGLAS Exposition cars pass doors. H. F Hawirow, Mer 299 and 3or Ellicott street, (near Mohawk.) Elegant Rooms, Singie or em Suite. with Bath, by the day or week- Prices moderate. Burrato, N- ¥ Correspondence solicited. BUFFALO, N. Y. Visitors who attend the Pan-American Expo- sition will find a first-class place to stop at rea- ‘sonable rates and most comfortable lodging at 33 Williams street, Rev, J. C. Ayler, propri- | etor. Correspondence solicited. THE KEYSTONE PARK. The Keystone Park, Suitland, Md_, will be open and ready fer business June 1st. A commodious house with large and improved premises, plenty of fresh water with garden and chickens where a number of select couples or people can be accomo- dated. Everything is strictly first class. 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 willbe met at the bridge with conveyances. For those who desire to spend the heated term arrangements will be made for trips morning and evening. For further information apply at 443 1st st. s. w. SURE Ur eee eee ee The Whitehead House, 33 Atkins Ave, WEST ASBURY PARK, - — NEW JERSEY. Open June 20th. First-class accommodations Rooms large and airy. Excellent table service Croquet grounds, parlor games. Bath, hot and cold water. Trolley line from Asbury Park to Pleasure Bay. I offer at reduced rates to school eachers and clubs of five to ten persons remaining two or three weeks in July and the early part of August, board at $6.50 per week. Mrs, L. B. WuITEHEAD, Proprietress, P- Oy box 838+ THE KEEN'S COTTAGE, Atlantic City, N. J., is only 2 blocks from eithe. depot, and is up to date in every appointmentr Cuisine can not be excelled. S. A. KEEN, Proprietor. Atlantic Citv, New Jersey. fol ain fae ete Sania ee an, Cambridge, Mass., Lodgings- Rooms with or without board in a pleasant house about five minutes from the Harvard summer school—with all modern improvements. Hous¢ opposite Norton's grove, with laree piazza; shady and cool. Terms very reasonable. Address MRS. E. Be CAUTION, 97 Museum St-, Cambridge, Mass» | The Magnolia Cottage CAPE MAY POINT, N J This beautiful Gottage is now open for the ac commodation of the general public, Everything strictly first clase. For terms, stc., address, MRS ALICE CHEW, Cape May Point, N. J, 16 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 mem- bers of the race? Ifyou would like to see a sam- ple copy of this magazine same will be set you on receipt of 8 cents in stamps, or one year for $1.59. Address, THE COLORED AMERICAN MAGA- ZINE, Dept. A, 5 Park Square, Boston, Mass. —_<—<—€—=—=—<_ _—————————— Clairvoyants. BEDUCED! REDUCED! His Readings to Ladies, 250 Gents, Hc, PROF. CLAY, Oldest established Clairvoyant, tells your business, love affairs, family troubles, about lawsuits, divorces, or anything you wish to know; brings seyarated together, causes speedy marriages, removes Se ee bad luck spelis, or snyster ious fee! to 10 daily. 489 H st. sw, (2 een eer nena MADAM CATHARINE. Palmist and Card Reader. Past, Present, Fu- ture. Removes spells; gives Iuck; 10 and 25 cents Bring this ad. Basement 604 F street northwest. AND ASTROLOGIST. : Lite from eradle Pea to grave, ives eee ene gy, names in full of eo, OL e aad those you have or Beg /) (Ae eae will marry; causes Fe i \ GEV aged havoy marriage to ee PAS G ME ne fatty those you desire; EPP pPass fA unites those sepa- fed 7 i 7. 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Christian Astrology, rom a Christian heart, with scientific knowledge, will guide you to success in life. It points out to you, your fortunate and unfortunate daye—the days when you ar= most likely to be ed by diseases—thereby enabling one to guard against em. It points out the period of health, wealth, happi- ness’ journeys, marriages, kind of pemetees Suited for companionship, your temperament, etc. All you have to do, is to send to me the day of the month, the year of your birth, and I will carefully read your life by the position the planets were iu at the time of your birth, and send same nicely type —— in port folioform. State whether single er For such information send One Dallas and 2 2c stamp dates. mousy Reg eles 6g Letter or P. 0. order, Address: ‘Lakes 2. Gy Bork Aagy Want: a { Masaues 16 Town Topics. Miss Bertie Mason is an accomplished pianist Mr. H. Ernest Cuney has returned to New York. The Daily Record is to resume publication shortly. The pavilion at Notley Hall is being treated to a new roof. Miss Lucy E. Moten is estivating in the hills of Maryland. Those who can get out of town are leaving at a rapid gait. The always popular Sophranie Payne is in Saratoga for the summer. Mrs. J. W. Pope will visit relatives in North Carolina next month. Miss Minnla A, Neal is the guest of frlends at Falls church, Virginia. Mrs. Dyer of 2009 14th street, n. w., is spending her summer in New Hampshire. Dr. T. A. Campbell, the dentist, has gone to his home in Jamaica, West Indies. Mrs. Sophranie Payne and daughter are spending the heated term at Cape May, N. J. Master Wilfred W. Lawson is farming for Mrs. Sarah Butler at Summit Point, W. Va Mr. Bryson Ezell is on the briny deep, in company with Senator Chauncey M. Depew. The teachers are preparing themselves for special work at the various summer schools. Rev. L. W. Brooks of Jacksonville, Va., a politician of some note, was in the city this week. Rev. A. Wilbanks has an excellent church and a loyal congregation. He is deservedly popular. St. Monicss chapel will give their second annual picnic July 31st at Eurera Park, Hillsdale, D. C. Miss Bessie B. Duncan of Summerville, Md., is spending her summer at Tremont, Seagirt, N. J. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Pelham, Jr. are now comfortably domiciled at 6th St., near Howard University. Miss Fredrica Sprague and Eva Ross, of this city, are taking the summer course at Chautauqua, N. Y. The Minute Men's Club will run a grand excursion to Notley Hall August 26th. A good time is expected. Mr. Wilkerson and children, of Baltimore, is spending some days with friends at 130 L street northwest. Discrimination against the Negro goes on unabated at Glen Echo, Cabin John Briqge and Chevy Chase lake. Miss Janie Jacobs of 1017 21st street northwest, has been spending some time in New York, visiting relatives and friends. Mrs. T. W. Allen, of LeDroit Park, will spend August at Arunden-on-he Bay, the guest of Major and Mrs. Chas. R. Douglass. Mrs. B. K. Bruce has been spending several days in the city, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Shermonte Lewis, 1208 6 h street northwest. Mr. George Adams and wife of Indian head, Md., spent Saturday and Sunday in Washington, guests at the Philadelphia House. The LeDroit Park colony is growing monthly, and the stakes are being set further and further into the preserves once held by the white people. Mrs. America: Brown of Chicago who has been stopping with Mrs. Madge THE COLOKED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Dyer-White, of 14th street. northwest, has returned to the Windy City. The colored barbers are practically a unit in favor of the early closing plan. Under the new rule, the shops will close at 7 p.m. each evening except Saturday, and 11 p.m. on Saturday. Mrs. H. C. Binford and her daughter Miss Pearl, of Huntsville, Ala. are spending the summer with the former's sister, Mrs D. S. Brandon of 11 street Mrs. T. H. Cabaniss nee Nugent, who, with her husband is now residing in Jersey City, N J., gave birth to a fine boy recently. Both are doing nicely. Dr. Harry S. McCord, who has just completed his course as interne at Feedman's Hospital, will locate in Florida, where he expects to have his shingle out in the near future. Mrs. D. A. Ferguson of Richmond, Va.. is visting her mother at 2209 14:th street, n. w., and will make a stay of several weeks, the Dr. was also here last week for a day or two. The main auditorium of the Second Baptist church has been plastered, and the wood work is now being put in. It is hoped to have the church ready for occupancy by the first of August. Mr. Edward C. Alien, the popular moxologist and raconteur of Moore and Prioleau's establishment, says there is no truth in the rumor that he is to assume charge of the buffet at the new club. Prof. George William Cook has been reappointed a member of the Board Of Charities, by recommendation of Commissioner Macfarland. Prof. Cook has made a highly satisfactory record on the Board. Mrs, Henry E Baker has been given na appointment in the Congressional Library. She has considerable experience in official life, having been connected at times with the Pension office and the 12th Census. Mr. Wm Teamer of the lighthouse service, Norfolk, Va., and Mr. Ulysses G. Bailey of Baltimore with Mr. Edward Lacey of this city and others formed a pleasant party at Gray and Costley's last Monday evening. Prof. F. L. Cardoza is making an unprecedented success of his vacation school in the Stevens Buildingr Toe attendance has averaged over 800 pupils daily, and in spite of the intense heat there is no diminution in interest. Captain William C. Warmesley, Asst. Sergt. 49th Inft. U. S. V., is in the city for a few days. He has been in the Phillipine Islands for two years as captain and assistant sergeant in the U. S. volunteers, where he rendered heroic service. Rev. D. G. Hill continues to make an excellent impression upon the members of the Metropolitan A. M. E. church, many strangers are attracted to the church morning and evening by his cloquence and logic. Dr. Hill is a success. Mr. C. L. Marshall is successfully conducting the Tru Reformers' grocery establishment at the corner of R and N streets northwest. His report is an interesting showing of what can be accomplished by intelligence and hustling capacity, Mr. N. W. Cuney, the principal cenk of our race at the Government Printing Office, is to be promoted. This is a merited recognition of excellent service, and the Public Printer is to be commended for his generosity to deserving Negro employees. OURS IS BEST BECAUSE IT'S OURS. The UNITED AID and BRIDGE the strongest organization in the world, being capitalized in the subsequent stock which is sold to more PERCENT ANNUALLY. 25 years of age with sick benefits, death benefits from $15 to $5 THE 16 YEAR LIMITE safest and cheapest issued holders pay no more dues after law CASH VALUE of their THE SICK AND also operated on the most mutu is not accorded any rival com O AID and BENEFICIAL LEAGUE organization in the world owned and organized in the sum of $100,000.00. Such is sold to members at $2 per share ANNUALLY. Persons are protected with sick benefits ranging from $1.20 from $15 to $500. 6 YEAR LIMIT EDOWMENT I. A cheapest issued by any organization more dues after 16 years membership VALUE of their policies. SICK AND DEATH DEPARTURE. In the most mutual basis and member of any rival company. The UNITED AID and BENEFICIAL LEAGUE, (incorporated) is the strongest organization in the world owned and operated by colored people, being capitalized in the sum of $100,000.00. It is backed by investment stock which is sold to members at $2 per share which EARNS 12 PERCENT ANNUALLY. Persons are protected from one to seventy years of age with sick benefits ranging from $1.25 to $10 per week, and death benefits from $15 to $500. is the safest and cheapest issued by any organization of its character. Members pay no more dues after 16 years membership and are at liberty to draw CASH VALUE of their policies. is also operated on the most mutual basis and members enjoy advantages in this not accorded any rival company. The League operates its own BANKING INSTITUTION th is capitalized and chartered of $50,000 00 and all membe profits therein. and chartered under the laws of L and all members can be stockholder. which is capitalized and chartered under the laws of Pennsylvania in the sum of $50,000 00 and all members can be stockholders and participants in the profits therein. THE AMERICAN HERALD The official journal of the organiser by mail at least once a day detail of the work. It is paid at $1 per year. It is brimful. Printed sheet] edited on the most that no unclean or objectionable columns. Advertising rates are d, and made known on appli total of the organization, a copy of which must least once a month, that they may be work. It is published weekly and it It is brimful of interesting news written on the most high-toned characters or objectionable items or advertisement advertising rates are as cheap as any fine known on application. is the official journal of the organization, a copy of which is sent to every member by mail at least once a month, that they may keep posted as to every detail of the work. It is published weekly and mailed to subscribers at $1 per year. It is brimful of interesting news matter [not a cheap patented sheet] edited on the most high-toned character, and pains are taken that no unclean or objectionable items or advertisements are inserted in its columns. Advertising rates are as cheap as any first class journal can afford, and made known on application. League Headquarters, 1024 S.2 0th St. --- Knoxville College, Knoxville, Tenn. DEPARTMENTS—Collegiate, including Classical, Scientific and Literary Course; Theological, Normal, Industrial, including Agriculture, Carpentering, Printing, Sewing and Electrical work. SPECIAL FEATURES—Four dormitories for young men, young women, boys and girls. All buildings steam heated and electric lighted Location most healthful. Total expense for year including board, tuition, heat, light and furnished room only $58. Next term begins September 26 Send for catalogue to REV. R W. McGRANAHAN, Pres, Knoxville, Tenn. EVERY SUNDAY THIS SEASON GRAND FAMILY EXCURSION TO NOTLEY HALL, ON THE Steamer River Queen Steamer River Queen and Notley Hall have been greatly improved and put in First-Class order. All Kinds of Amusements. Swings, Flying Horses, Shooting Gallery and Prof. Thos. Vincent with his Trained Alligator and Button Photos. See the new Dancing Pavilion which has just been completed, making Notley Hall one of the Finest Summer Resorts on the Potomac River. Music by the Monumental Orchestra. Fare only 25 cents round trip. Boat leaves 7 Street wharf 230.5 and 630 P.M. NEFICIAL LEAGUE, (incorporated the world owned and operated by co- m of $100,000.00. It is backed by members at $2 per share which EA Persons are protected from one to s ranging from $1.25 to $10 per 100. IT EDOWMENT POLICY by any organization of its char- 16 years membership and are at lia- policies. DEATH DEPARTMENT final basis and members enjoy advan- tage. and under the laws of Pennsylvania it ers can be stockholders and partic ERICAN HERALD ization, a copy of which is sent to month, that they may keep posted published weekly and mailed to sub- of interesting news matter [not a high-toned character, and pains an- tle items or advertisements are insen- ve as cheap as any first class journal ation. For Detailed Information address J. CLINTON, Jr, President, Box 3823, Station D., Phil., Pa 2 TROUBLES OF A HEROINE. Mother Harriet Tubman's Romantic Life Story-In Her Old Age and Sickness She is Without Money With a Mortgage on Her Home-An Earnest Appeal for Help. To The Editor of The Colored American—Here I am in Auburn, N. Y., the home of that sagacious statesman and manly man, William H. Seward. I have just grazed upon the Seward Mansion now occupied by the son that bears the name of his father. It is situated on South street the most aristocratic throughfare of the city, and opposite the mansion is Seward Park, wherein is a monument erected to the [Picture of a woman standing in a room, wearing a long dress with a high collar and buttons. Her hands are clasped in front of her. She is standing on a bed with a decorative pillow. The background is plain and light-colored.] "AUNT" HARRIET TUBMAN. Constitution that legalized traffic in human flesh and blood, said that than the Constitution "There is a Higher Law " About one mile from the home of W H. Seward, on the same street, lives that remarkable woman, Harriet Tubman. "Who is Harriet Tubman?" some one may ask. She was born a slave in Maryland about eighty years ago, and being of the most pronounced Negro type, she was made a "field" hand at a very tender age. Her lot was indeed a hard one—too hard for such a heart as throbbed in her breast to bear, so in 1849 she made good her escape to freedom's soil. But what did freedom mean to her when every wind from the South was charged with plaintive cries of her oppressed brethren for deliverance? It was but a mockery so long as she could hear the crack of the overseer's whip, the clanking of slave chains and the heart rending cries of mother-bereft of their dear ones at the Auction Block. Something must be done, and she proceeded to do it. Nineteen trips did she make South, rescuing more than 300 slaves from the 'Jaws of Hell.' Such a terror did she become to the slave holders of Maryland that a reward of $40,000 was offered for her head. She was bold, daring, elusive. All of her trips to the South were carefully planned and brilliantly executed. She told me that when she found her mother unwilling to leave behind her feather bed stick and her father his broad axe and other tools, she bundled up feather bed, broad axe, mother, father, all, and landed them them in Canada. To hear her tell of her thrilling adventures, hair-breath escapes and dire sufferings, experienced THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. O memory of that fearless man, who, in the face of those who worshipped the Constitution of the United States, a in piloting the trembling slave from the "land of midnight darkness" to the sunlight of freedom, one cannot but believe that she was called of God to do the work which she did so masterfully, so conscientiously, so heroically. During the Civil War she rendered invaluable service to the Union Army as spy, scout and hospital nurse. With the general of her army, whatever "Moses," as she was called, said, went. She was at Fort Wagner and told me that she prepared the last breakfast eaten by the gallant Colonel Shaw. She numbered among her friends such men as John Brown, Charles Sumner, William Lloyd Garrison, Govenor Andrew, the war governor of Massachusetts, Frederick Douglass and many others. Such in brief is Harriet Tubman, and a rarer soul has seldom dwelt in human clay. Never have I met one who seemed to think so little of self and so constantly of others. For the last seven years I have called to see her on my annual visit to Auburn in the inte est of Tuskegee, and each time I have found s'rangers under her roof—aged, maimed, blind and orphans. Nothing touches her heart more quickly than to see one of her race in distress. She has never been known to turn a deaf ear to the appeal of an unfortunate human being. At this writing she has under her "vine and fig tree" two friendless old woman and two homeless orphans. 'Aunt' Harriet cannot do by these unfortunates, however as she has done by others, because the hand of affliction has rested heavily on her for nearly a year. There was a time when she traveled a great deal and whatever request she made of her white friends was granted. Many of her old friends have "Crossed the Bar" while others, I am sure, known not of her present condition At present her lot is a hard one dependent entirely on what may be handed her by occasional callers and the scant earnings of her brother, several years her senior. The property in her possession is easily worth six thousand dollars. It consists of twenty-five acres on which are two good houses, and is only a stone's throw from one of the most magnificent estates in Auburn. On this property there is an incumbrance of $1,700, and her daily prayer is that this might be removed so that she can bequeath it, free of debt, to her race, to be used forever as an Old Folk's Home. When I called to see "Aunt" Harriet to day, she said to me, while tears coursed down her honest cheeks, "Son, the Lord has sent you to me. For weeks I've been praying to see you, as I have a message which God told me to give you," The message was that I should come to her rescue by helping to save her property. In assisting Prof. Booker T Washington to raise the large amount of money necessary to run Tuskegee yearly, it is needless to state that my time is well occupied but, still I want to do something to help this woman, who has done so much good for her race. My plan is a simple one, one that ought to find a ready response. Remember only seventeen hundred dollars to be raised; but it is to be raised by August 1. How shall it be done? First, let every Sunday school in Washington, D. C., the capital of the nation for which "Aunt" Harriet has done so much; every Sunday school in Maryland, "Aunt" Harriet's native State; every Sunday school in New York state, the present home of "Aunt" Harriet, and every Sunday school in Boston where "Aunt" Harriet is so well known, set aside July 14th, as 'Harriet Tubman" Day, when the Pastor or Superintendent will try to impress upon the minds of the children the significance of this woman's "Singular Life," and lift a collection for her benefit. Second, let every Woman's Club in the United States help this cause to the amount of at least two hundred dollars more if possible. Third, let every young man or woman of our race that reads this appeal send in at least one dollar from private purse or collections from friends. With all the earnestness of my soul I ask for a quick and liberal response. "Aunt" Harriet has lifted up her voice in speech, in song and in prayer for this people: she has labored with her hands for means to carry on her mission of mercy; by day, by night,'in weather fair or soul, her feet "have moved at the impulse of love" for her fellowman. Now she is bowed down with infirmity Her gait is unsteady, her eye is dim; the sun of her life ere long must set but Oh! Father, stay that time until this humble message shall have accomplished its mission. Please make all checks or money orders payable to Harriet Tubman, or order, and address them to Mr. C. A. Smith, Parker street, Auburn, N. Y. The names of all donors with amount will be published except those who request other-wise. ROBERT W, TAYLOR. Financial Secretary of Tuskegee Institute. Auburn, N. Y., June 22, 1901. Of the Negro Building of the South Carolina and West Indian Exposition—News Notes. Charleston, S. C, Special—The corner stone of the Negro Building of the Charleston Exposition was laid here on the afternoon of Thursday July 4th, 1901, and it was a grand affair as there was a grand military and civic parade composed of all the leading colored military companies, lodges, unions and societies of the city. The closing exercises of the Society Street School which was to take place here on last Monday night at Mt. Zion church was held here tonight at Emanuel A. M. E. church. Prof. Sidney Woodward the eminent colored tenor gave an excellent song recital and concert here on Monday July 1st at the Mt Zion A. M. E. church. All those who attended enjoyed a rare treat. Mr. Woodward sang the Great Aria from "Don Munio" by Buck. The Parker's Concert Company gave a grand concert here tonight at the Central Baptist church, Radcliffe st. The Cherokee Quartette led by Mr. Z. Wright rendered excellent singing, also Messrs. George Middleton, W. Green, A. C. Palmer and E. Logan, local talent. It was a musical and literary treat for all those who were present. The annual baccalureate sermon of the Avery Normal Institute was preached here last week at the Zion Presbyterian church by Prof. Morrison A. Holmes, the principal of the school. There was a large attendance present, made up chiefly of the parents and friends of the pupils and of the institute. The sermon was an excellent one and was listened to most attentively. The subject of the discourse was "Faith in Human Character," in closing his address Prof. Holmes gave some advice and counsel to the graduates who stood up during its delivery. 8. LADSON. 709 9th St. n. Washington. 1407 14th St. n w Telephone 152. HOTEL CLYDE, 475 MISSOURI AVE, N.W. First-Class Accomodations For Ladies and Gentlemen. Hot and Cold Baths. MRS. ALICE E. HALL, Proprietress. HOTEL DOUGLASS 220 B ST. & 235 PA. AVE. N. W EUROPEAN PLAN. First-class in every particular. MRS. DOLLY A. C. JONES, Proprietress. Washington, D. C. 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Chaplain Prioleau Writes of the Situation in the Philippines—The Filipino is Pe- culiar and a Study—A Chance for the Black Soldier—Lieut. B. O. Davis, pearee 1b 200 VUIOKTEG AMorMCau UF March 1@th, 1901, a clipping from the Daily Record under thecaption *'Ques- tions of the Hour.” Our status in the Philippines was discussed by some of the leading representatives of the race, Oar friend H. Y. Arnett seemed to have aroused those who followed in the discussion, Hon H. P. Cheatham endorsing Mr. Arnett’s views of the subject. Our government is wise in not giving to these people ‘‘self govern- ment,’’ it is not the purpose of the Congrees and the President to do such. You must,understand that the majority of these people have just teken the oath of allegiance tothe United States of America and a large percent of their leaders were in a state of insurrection against the rightful authorities of the island for a number of years, and its just a few months since they have been ceptured, and the larger portion of them surrendered Self-government 18 not to be considered for years to come. Comparatively speaking, they Know nothing about commercial and agricultural business and a very little about government, There are some in- telligent men among them, and they are 80 concelted that they think that what they do not know is not worth knowing. The commissioners have been down here in southern Luzon and have es- tablished civil government; this city, Nueva Caceres, is theseat of the govern- ment. Lt. George Curry, 11th Cavalry, U. 8, V. was appointed governor by the commissioners; Major H. B: Mc- Coy, 44th lafantry, U.S. V. treasurer: Captain E. O, Warwick, 45th Infantry, U. 8. Y inspector of public works: Senor Ramon Enrile, attorney and Senor Fulgencia Contraras as secretary. Three Americans and two natives. In the wisdom of the Commissioners, thie Was the best that could be done for the natives at present. The second term, these offices will be elective, if exped. lent. Are they satisfied? Apparently they are; but who knows the character of the Filipino? He is as deep and un. certain as the sea; at present no Ameri- can is able to definitely state that the Filipinos are contented with the new state of affairs in theisland He differs from the American white man and from the American Negro, in that h« knows how to eontrol his temper; he it esim and deliberate, courteous and pclite in debate, and in this, he has i on the Americans, He is not slow how. ever in getting out of the way of the muzzle of a catbine. If he were ae calm in action against his foe in war- fare as he 1s debate he would be a hard object to combat against. With patience and very much labor, schools on the American principle bave been established all over the island, and with this potent instrament we wil have in a few yeara a people who wil outstrip the American Negro unless he gets up from where he is at, and the door of opportunity thrown open a lit tle wider for his entrance. The Filipino is to be America’s ‘'‘Caina” baby, while Wie ee ai rr a wi ee | re THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. ranke for promoticn as second lieutsn- ants in the regular establishment. Many soldiers of our race claimed that they had no chance before the board, that they would be turned down if ap- plication was made. I have al ways held tbat the officers of the United States Army are gentlemen, the term ‘gentle- men’ is used in a general senee, and whoever appears before them will be justly dealt with, and in ten cases out of ten this is the case. In every respect the sc Idiers has justice dealt out to him Courts and boards sOMETIMESs make mistakes. Now see the unreasonableness of the accusation, the 9:h United States Cav- alry was orgavized in New Orleans, La, m 1866, from then until May 1900, there was only one soldier who sp- peared tefore the board; he failed men- tally. That board met at Fort Grant, Ars.,in June 1900, three soldiers ap- peared before it, two white and one colored, one white soldier passed but the other two fa'led. This colored sol- dter appeared again, so he says, and was turned down at Manila on accuunt of physical disability. The second sol- dier from the 9th Cavalry whoappeared before the Examining Board tor prc- motion was Squadron Sergeant Msj» Benjamin O. Davis, 3:d Squedron 9 b Cavalry Sergt. Davis appeared befor: the Board at Fort Leavenworth, and Mejor Guilfoyle was creditatly in- formed that Davis parsed and stood third on the list. He is the first Negrc soldier promoted from the ranks to s commission officer of the U. S Amy through a competitive examination and the 9.h Cavalry has the honor of bear ing such distinction. I think tbat he was born and educated in the city o Washington, D C. Yes, the soldier, white or black, wh« appears before an Examining Board physically and mentally unqualifiec will be turned down. We have other: in the service who will be able to dc just what Mr. Davis has done, if thoy get out of the cld rut and geb down t« study. The door is open, who will b the net to enter? There were from three to six vacan: cies in the Naval Academy for every state in the Union up to April 30, Has one Nezro youth gone up to take th competitive examination? I have every paper of The Colored American, Chris: tian Recorder and Freeman published up to April 30, and I have not seen single item mentioning this fact anc urgipg our youth to make an effort. Our editors and preachers are the edu catora and advisors of the people. Af ter awhile they will begin the hue anc ery, ‘‘We want a couple of Negro regi ments with all Negro officers.” I hays visited the detachments of my regimen within easy reach of me, was kind} received by cflicers and enlisted men it was not necessary at apy time t have more than five men as my escort Tae soldi+rs of the 9th Cavalry are or very friendly terms with the natives in fact, I believe that it is so whereve the Negro soldiers are stationed on th island My second marriage ceremony} was that of a corporal of the 9:h Cav race hes scored one more victory. Therefore. al! hail to the American Ne- gro! Allhail to the Famous 9th! All hail to 2ad Lieut Benj O. Davie! All hail to the Board of Bxaminers of Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, U. 8. Army. GEORGE W. PREOLEAU, Chaplain 9th Oavairy, Philippine Is- lands. WASHINGTON AND CARNEGIE, The Achievements of the one, the Phi- lanthrophy of the Other and the Greatness of Both Charleston, 8.C.,, Special—In a re cent issue of The Colored American I saw a cartoon on Prof. Booker T. Washington, with this sentence under it, “Resolved, that Booker T. Wash- ington Is not one of the greatest Ne- groes in the world.” At some con- ference in Philadelphia lately the above revolution was made. Now Prof. Washington may not be one of the greatest Negroes in the world as those gentlemen says, but I think perhaps those gentlemen must not know the man. I say they do not knowfthe man, because look at the boyhood of Pref Washington, his eatly struggles to se- cure an education for himself, and picture in your mind the little Beker T Washington tramping the streets of Richmond, Va. hungry and tired, seeking a ;lace to rest and sleep and at Jast had to succumb to the ground ander the sidewalk. Picture that situ- ation and look at the Booker T. Wssh- ington of today, the eame one that tramped the streets of Richmond, look at his repid advancement, his achieve- ments. What he has dove and is still doing to uplift the people of his race, look at those and tell me if he should not be regarded as one of the foremost leaders and benefactors of his race. In my estimation he is. Mr. Andrew Oar- negie is called a benefactor and pht lanthropist, because ne has the dollar: to back his opinion and he is con. idered great by all the people whc know bim and are acquainted with his deeds. Why not consider Prof. Wasb- ington great, is it because he hasn’t sufficient millions? He has done some- thing. Perhaps those conference breth- ren are not acquainted with all these facts. Let some of the brethren read the works of Washington, including his life and see if they cannot be con. vinced of the fact that Booker T, Wash. ington is the acknowledged leader of his race, and at their next conference change their minds, also that reso- lution claiming Booker T. Washing- ton is not: one of the greatest Negroe in the world. When we get a leader o! our race we ought not to say such die. couraging things against him. We shonld seek to encourage others thai will be efficient to take the place wher the former and present leaders are dead What we want is leaders, organizers men that will take a deep interest ir their race, men of the Dougiass anc Washington type. Those are the kin¢ of men that will develop and make th« race to prosper. I will say in conclusior that Prof. Booker T. 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RENNER SPECIALIST on obstetrics; gold medal awarded for th reeetne be varias trenta euceananaliy womess complaints and is Pris Eee is See aoa . $l Pennsylvania Avenue, Waahingten, D, G, THE CITY OF CONVENTIONS. The National Convention of Phyllis Wheatley Association Many Prominent Women in Attendance-The Congress of Women-The Convention of the Education of Negro Youths-The Great Storm-The Social Elect of Buffalo. Buffalo, N. Y., Special-The Pan-American Exposition has been the means of bringing many great conventions to Buffalo, in these different conventions many prominent people have participated. The National Association of the Phyllis Wheatley Clubs A. B. MRS. MARY CHURCH TERRELL met at the Michigan Street Baptist church last Sunday afternoon. The president of the Buffalo Phyllis Wheatley Club made the welcome address. She welcomed the women and all present in a becoming way and was glad that Buffalo had the honor of being the place for the conventions session. She assured those present that everything had been done to make it pleasant for those who were in attendance, and that the club of Buffalo was sorry that many were absent from the national meeting. After the welcome address had been delivered, Rev. J. E. Nash, the pastor in charge of the Michigan Street Baptist church, spoke a few words of encouragement concerning the Phyllis Wheatley Clubs, he commended the great work that is being done by the women of America, he said, "that the clubs stood for the elevation of the people, be they of whatever color, race or creed, especially for the higher development of our young women, because they need to be trained in all the callings of this life. We need more clean, trustworthy and God-fearing women, just as these women, Phyllis Wheatley," The choir sang "Bringing in the Sheaves," every one present joined and sung this sweet hymn. The choir rendered several well prepared pieces A. of music. Too much credit cannot be given the Michigan Street Baptist church choir Miss Leggett sang "Our Souls Food." She was in fine voice and sang as though she was a master in the musical world. Prayer was then offered by the pastor. Mrs. Mary Church Terrell of Washington, D. C., welcomed the men to the convention in a way which she has always been noted for, she was brief and pointed, to suit the occasion. She was glad to see so many of the fathers present and the young men. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. R. W. Taylor of Tuskegee Institute followed Mrs. Terrell in a brief, but fitting talk for the occasion. He im pressed upon his hearers the object and good work of the Phyllis Wheatley Clubs. The speakers showed clearly that his heart and soul had been washed in the humanity-saving blood of this great society. The speaker commended the organization upon having served, as one of its first duties to man Mrs. Coleman of Atlanta, Ga., the speaker for the occasion, with a clear and distinct voice read from her manuscript. The paper which she had prepared for the convention, "Life in the Southland," Mrs. Coleman pleaded for the assistance of all those interested in the upbuilding of a great people, she pointed out the great business of the South and showed the bright and enterprising work among the Christian workers of the South, she urged, that we need to be independent in many ways in all parts of the country. From Mrs. Coleman's report the southern clubs are in a prosperous condition. She said, "while we women are marching side by side let us not forget the great burden that has recently been thrust upon our southern Negro men. Let us aid them in all their struggles, especially in their test of the constitution concerning their rights." As the meeting grew older the speakers increased in spirit and enthusiasm, Mrs B, K. Bruce will known to fame added to the occasion by making a short, logical speech in support of what had been said by the previous speakers. The speakers were so interesting that during the whole exercises not a person left the church. It was so crowded many could not get inside the door. Mrs Rosetta Lawson of Washington, D. C., was not on the program but she was urged upon to say a few words. She made a good talk it being impromptu, it flirted as though it had been prepared for the occasion. Among other things she said that while the women from the different parts of the country had been telling of the great work, she [Name not visible] thought that they included Washington. Mrs Lawson deeply impressed those present that she had always been a loyal member of the Phyllis Wheatley Club Collection was raised and the Convention closed by singing "God be With You Till we Meet Again." The Buffalo Phyllis Wheatley Club gave a banquet Monday night for the visiting members. Buffalo's four hundred turned out to welcome them. Those who are in attendance will visit the Exposition and Niagara Falls be fore returning home. A great many of the ladies are stopping with Mrs. Wm. Tolbert on Michigan street The next Convention of women will be the Congress of Negro Women which will be largely attended; it will be in this mouth. The Convention of the Educators of Colored Youths will meet in Buffalo on the fifteenth inst., many prominent men will attend; all of race leaders are expected to be here for this meeting. Mayor Deihl will make the welcome address. Dr. J. C. Ayler, attorney and counsellor at law, will respond to the welcome address. The people of Buffalo are spending a great deal of time to make it pleasant for those who attend. Buffalo is the coolest city in the country, therefore you will not be worried about the heat, it is much cooler here than at a great many of the summer resorts. A terrific storm visited Buffalo last Friday night July 5th, much damage was done to incomplete buildings, a great many trees were struck by lightning, the Exposition was damaged. Everything is in running order; there were no lives lost, West Buffalo got the heaviest part of the storm, when the storm reached South Buffalo it had calmed. The attendance at the Exposition on the Fourth of July was the largest, except on the May the twentieth, the opening day. The Shirt-waist Ball that is to be given next week promises to be a great success, all the boys are having their waists made this week for the grand ball that will come off next week. Mrs. Dyer and daughter and Mr. Charles Martain of Louisville, Ky., are in the city shopping with Miss S. B Nidy on N Division Street. They report a pleasant stay in the Rainbow City. Rev. J. Kinney of Jersey City, N. J., is visiting friends in Buffalo, he is to preach in several of the churches before he departs. Miss Lizzie Russell of Pittsburgh is a welcome visitor at the "Par-Am" this week D. M. Miller of New York City was in the city a few days this week viewing the many sights. St. Philips Episcopal church has been remodeled, it is a neat little structure. This church is on Elm street, excellent music, vested choir and interesting sermons; it will be a treat for all strangers to attend St. Philips before leaving town. All letters addressed to me for information concerning the Exposition should be accompanied by a two-cent stamp for a reply. COLUMBUS WHITE. 458 N. Division, St. Lake View Park. The Personal Liberty League Club will celebrate its Sixth anniversary with a grand picnic and collation at Lake View Park, July, 18 h. A most interesting program has been prepared which consists of speeches by President H. C. Hawkins, Hon. George H. White and Dr. Reyburn. The music will be furnished by a quartet composed of members of the club. Many new and interesting features have been added to the program and a most pleasant day and evening will be spet at this cool and inviting retreat. First class buffet service as well as an old fashioned country dinner will be a feature under the management of Mr. J. B Edlin. The Monumental Orchestra with Prof. Charles Hamilton leader, will furnish the music for dancing which lasts from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Card of admission 25 cents. The officers are: H. C. Hawkins, President; James Edwards, Vice-President; L. B Wiles, Secretary; McKenzie, Scott, Treasurer; R. R. Bowie, S-at-A.; C. C. Curtis National Organizer, J. B. Edelin Steward Committee of Arrangements: B. McKay, Chairman: C. C. Curts, Vice-Chairman: William Wilson, Chas Brown, Owen Shelvy, James Simpson, C. S. Curtis, W. C. Payne, Charles Edein, L. A. Wiles, William Carter Hairy Washington, W H. Bide, Charles Vessells, Ed Matthews. Judge Matthews in Town. Judge J. C. Matthews was in the city a few days last week, the guest of the Messes Lucy E and Katie Moten. Mr. Matthews looked as young and debonair as when he so capably filled the office of Recorder of Deeds under the first Cleveland administration, and retains the dignified and quiet demeanor that marked him during those will remembered days. Mr. Matthews' visit was purely a business one, relating to a legal matter in which he is interested. He intimated that he was out of politics and did not care to express an opinion upon any of the burning questions of the hour. 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. 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. 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. Three lovely furnished rooms one for man and wife, two for single gentlemen. References exchanged. Convenient to car lines. Call at 1804 Vermont ave. 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. Agents Wanted. 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. 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., Pox 570, Louisville, Ky. WANTED-Furished room with light housekeeping privilege. Good location northwest. Address ROOMER, care The Colored American. SUMMER REPORTS. P and P WAIT FOR THE PEN AND PENICAL CLUB QUEING AT Lake View Park, Tues. July 23. This will be the first cutting ever given by this unique club and its members, whose time is largely given to saying nice things about other people, will give the public an opportunity to see what manner of men they are. LAKEVIEW PARK is one of the coolest and most attractive parks in the vicinity of Washington and it was selected by the Pen and Pencil Club with the view of giving their friends a delightful ride to the District line before seeing and partaking of the good things to follow. A full orchestra has been engaged for the occasion under the leadership of Prof. E S Hoffman. The admission price is 25 cents and tickets can be obtained of any member or at the gate at the park. The park can be reached by the F street car line which goes to Cabin John Bridge. Get off at the D isictline, One fare. Mr. Madison S Jones, who is connected with the city government in New York, is spending his vacation in the city, the guest of his relatives and friends. He paid The Colored American a pleasant visit, --- 6 A NOTED POSTEL ARTIST. Mrs. Lottie Wilson's Work—Her Studio Club Life in Michigan -The Busy Social World-News Nuggets. Grand Rapids, Mich., Special—Lottie E. Wilson, postel, oil and miniature artist of Bay City, Mich. give a studio reception at the residence of Mr. J. C. Craig's, 43 Jackson street, Monday from 3 to 5 and 8 to 10. Her aids were: Mrs. Linna Crisup, Mrs. Bob White, Misses Grace Craig and Dorothy Brown. The reception was a success worthy of mentioning Mrs. Wilson comes highly recommended by judges of the supreme court of Michigan, representatives, senators and nobility of every walk in life. Mrs. Wilson is an artist of national reputation. We cannot omit mentioning her masterpiece, "Nobody's Darling." Mrs. Frederick Douglass, "Whose a democrat;" Chas Sumner, Bishop Turner and "A stolen lunch." More than three hundred lovers of art crowded her studio in the afternoon and evening. Mrs. Wilson will leave Grand Rapids Sunday to attend the National Association of Colored Women at Buffalo, N. Y. where she will have charge of the art exhibit. Mrs. Wilson is held in high esteem by the citizens of Michigan, white and colored and its with many regrets that we lose her. Mrs. Wilson will locate in Washington this winter. She will sail for France next summer to study under the masters for sometime, Mrs. Wilson was formerly Mrs. Lottie Wilson-Jackson. Mrs. Jackson is a pupil of Burbank of Chicago. Mr. Charles White has taken a position for the summer with the G. R. and I. R. Miss Ethel Beverly left for Mackinac Monday. Prince Albert Pickney will be with the G. R. and I. R. again this summer. The Prince is a favorite with the traveling public. Mr. E. T. Hall, William Carter, J. Thompkins, G. Elliot and M. Manley arrived in the city from Buffalo last week. The shirtwaist ball given last week was a financial and social success. Mr. Calvin Greyson and Frank Butler of Detroit has engaged bachelors apartments at Reeds Lake for the summer. Miss Addie Carter haf been given one continual round of receptions and luncheons since her graduation. Dr. J. W. Dickerson made a flying visit to Detroit last week, Miss Alice Scott will spend her vacation at Charlievoix. Miss Scott left last week. Of the many guest who attended Mrs. Wilson's studio reception we mention a few of her patrons. Mesdames Lefridge, Robinson, Joiner, Patterson, Fields, Carter and McDonald; the Misses Beverly's, Carters, Robinson and McDonald; Messrs. Fields, Hanson, Robert, Patterson, Going, Corbin, Greyson, Butler, Hutchins and Beeler. Mrs. M. Goings will leave for Hot Springs, S. D. where she has charge of the manacuring and chiropodist department of the largest and most complete summer hotel in the northwest. The Lakeside Club has an excellent quintet in the persons of Messrs, Lacy, Riley, Jones, Arnold, Rayn and Barnett. Mr. Charles Hayes of Fort Wayne is again stationed at the Peninsula Club. Dr. John R Francis' new automobile is the very latest kink. With him it is no mere wrinkle or fancy. The facility with which it enable him to do his extensive professional rounds far removes such a contrivance from the class of being a mere fad, THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. A Prosperous Virginian M. James W. Taylor, who formerly lived in this city and conducted two tensorial parlors, one at 11th and I streets and one in the old Y. M. C. A. Building, 11th and Q streets; is now successfully located at Hampton, Virginia. Mr. Taylor has been out of the city for several years and went to his farm in Yorktown, where he built a mill and grocery and put everything in shape for his brothers and sisters. He desires to be remembered to his many friends in Washington. IN THE SOCIAL WORLD. The Nuptials of Miss Jeannetta Taylor and Mr. John C. Nickins. There was a brilliant scene at the Shileh Baptist church Wednesday evening July 3rd, at 8 o'clock. The occasion was the marriage of Miss Jeannetta A. Taylor, the accomplished daughter of the pastor, Rev. J. A. Taylor, D. D., and Mrs. Annie E. Taylor, to Mr John C. Nickins. The spacious edifice was packed with a very orderly and refined audience, and the church was beautifully decorated with palms. Promptly at 8 o'clock one of the ushers entered, bearing the license to Dr. Walter H. Brooks, pastor of 19th Street Baptist church, who was the officiating clergyman. On his return the organ pealed forth the sweetest strains of the wedding march, which attracted the attention of the large gathering towards the aisle down which the contracting party was to enter. The intended groom and the best man having entered through the lecture room of the church awaited the arrival of the bridal party in the right hand vestry of the church. The bridal party entered in the following order: Mrs. Annie E Taylor and Mrs. Nickins, mothers of the bride and groom, accompanied by one of the ushers, took their seats in the front pew; then came four ushers, followed by the two flower girls, little Annie E. Taylor, sister of the bride, and little Blissie Jefferson, who took their position under two large palms, on each side of the altar, between which Dr Brooks was standing. Next came the maid of honor, Miss Maud Stewart, accompanied by Mr. Henderson; but the eyes of all were still fixed toward the entrance for the sight of the one who had caused the coming of this great gathering. They had not long to wait, for, leaning on the arm of her father, Rev. J. A. Taylor, the bride entered. As she neared the altar the groom emerged from the vestry where he had been in waiting accompanied by Mr. Kenney, the acting best man, they met at the altar. Perfect silence being restored Dr. Brooks read the ceremony slowly and distinctly amid the soft strains of sweet music from the organ, presided over by Mrs. Henry Jarvis. At the conclusion of the ceremonies, amid showers of congratulations, the party left the church for the reception at the residence of the bride's parents, 1453 Pierce Place. The numerous friends extended their congratulations at the house for at least two hours. There were over 200 people at the reception. The wedding gifts were numerous and costly. Among the congratulations Rev. and Mrs. J. A. Taylor shared a great part. The bride was handsomely attired in a moire organdie over white satin made with a court train elaborately trimmed with white ribbon and valicene lace. She wore a vell of white elusion, draped with a wreath of orange blossom and carried a large bouquet of white bridal roses, ders payable to Harriet Tubman, or order and address them to Mr. C. A. Smith, Parker St. Auburn, N. Y. The names of all donors with amount will be published except those who request otherwise. Robert W. Taylor Financial Sec'y., Tuskegee Institute. FINANCIAL. MONEY TO LOAN at $3\frac{1}{2}, 8\frac{3}{4}, 4, and 4\frac{1}{2} per cent, in sums of $1,000 to $10,000 on D. C. real estate; pay off 5 and 6 per cent mortgages and begin anew, all transactions conducted with economical consideration for borrowers. WM, H. SAUNDERS & CO., 1407 F st. nw. REMEMBER When in need of money, "WE NEGOTIATE LOANS" on household Furniture, Pianos, &c. Easy monthly payments. No publicity. No expense unless loan is made. EVANS & CO., 707 G st. nw. Room 3 first floor. HARRY G. LENZ. HUGO LOSSAU. LENZ & LOSSAU. Successors to CHARLES FISCHER, Manufacturers and Importers of and Dealers in SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS. ORIHOPAEDIC APPARATUS. Trusses. Artificial Eyes, Elastic Hosiery, Physicians' & Surgeons' Supplies, Cutlery, Etc., Etc. 623 SEVENTH ST., NORTWEST, Opposite Patent Office WASHINGTON, D. C. 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Ladies will receive special attention in Dining Room upstairs. 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. HERE IS A CHANCE To get all the money you want. We have more than we need. We will make loans to everybody without delay. If you want money see us to-day. You will not be disappointed. Loans made on Furniture, Pianos Organs, Etc., Etc., without removal. Loans to salaried employees without indorser. 602 F St., N.W. Cor. 6TH St., Capital Loan Guarantee Company. Loans of $10 Loans of $10 and upwards made on FURNITURE PIANOS HORSES, Wagons, etc., at lowest rates and on the day you apply. We are loaning on the Building and Loan Association plan, which makes the cost of carrying loans much less than you pay elsewhere, and allows you to pay it off in any sized notes you desire, running from one to twelve months. You only pay for the use of the money for the length of time you carry it. If you have a loan with some other company we will pay it off and advance you more money if desired. Rates cheerfully given, and no cost to you unless the loan is made. Loans made any where in the District. Call and get rates. Front room, first floor, Scientific American Building. National Mortgage Loan Co. 625 F St., N. W. Agents Wanted. $3 per day selling the great poetical work of our colored poet. We are giving agents the best t of any other house in the United States. While you are making this amount, you are making a scholarship to any college in the United States that you would like to attend. Should you not care to attend you can get $80 in gold in addition to the $3 per day which you can make. Write at once so you may be first in the field. Send 50 cents in stamps for a full size volume of the book for a sample, a book worth $1. Write to J. E. McGIRT, 1034 Ashe St., Greensboro, N. C. The National Safe Deposit Savings and Trust Company Corner 15th St. & New York Ave. Pays interest on deposits. Rents Safes insides Furglar-proof Vaults. Acts as administrator executor, trustee, ar. DO YOU NEED If so, come to us. We are always ready to loan you any amount you may need. You can repay it in small monthly payments to suit your convenience. We make loans on Furniture, Pianos, &c., without removal or any publicity in any way. All business is private. Washington Mortgage Loan Co., 610-F Street-610 CAPITAL SAVINGS BANK. 609 F St. N. W., Washington,D.C. Capital $50,000. Hon. Jno. R. Lynch, President. L. C. Bailey, Treasurer. J. A. Johnson, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Directors: Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. S. Lofton, Whitefield McKinlay, L. C. Bailey, Robt. H. Terrell, W, S, Montgomery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre, Henry E. Baker, James Storum, J. A. Johnson, Dr. A. W. Tancil, Howard H. Williams. Deposits received from 10 cents up-ward. Interest allowed on $5.00 and above. Collections meet with prompt attention. A general exchange and banking business done. Bank open from 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. MASONIC. The continued session of the Grand Lodge was convened on Friday, July 5th with the Grand Master Robert H. Terrell presiding with the following officers assisting: Deputy Grand Master W. H. J. Malvin, Acting Senior Grand Warden Richard Laws, Acting Junior Grand Warden Richard H. Jones, Grand Secretary William H. Myers, Grand Treasurer Henry Coleman, Senior Grand Deacon F. J. Cardoza, Acting Junior Grand Deacon Paul R. Stewart; much of the routine business was transacted. A motion prevailed ordering the Grand Secretary to have the constitution of the proposed endowment feature printed and that a copy be furnished each member of the Grand Lodge. The report of the Committee of Grievance brought forth some very excellent and very instructive remarks relative to Masonic Law. Prominent among them was the remarks of Past Deputy Grand Master William H. Grimshaw, Past Master Paul R. Stewart and Past Senior Grand Warden Richard H. Jones and also Past Deputy Grand Master George S Newman who is the chairman of this very important Committee. Brother Warfield, the Patron of Electa Chapter O. E L, declares that they will get the jewel. Brother J N. Lawson of Hiram Lodge looked every inch a Master in the picture. No Master more popular than Brother Lawson. I hope that those who have given me their subscriptions will now pay up. Brother Cooper needs his money and you are getting his paper at a very low price. Brother Simon Burnett has the sympathy of the entire craft in his recent beaevement in the death of his beloved companion who was a member of Queen Esther Chapter. The funeral was from St. Luke's P. Ev church The photograph made by Brother W. A. Warfield of the Masters of 1900 with the Grand Master and the Grand Secretary is of the highest order and those desiring one can have the same at 15 cents each, apply to Brother Turner of Eureka Electa Chapter will soon have an application for membership in the person of Mrs. W. A. Warfield who now resides in Baltimore but whose residence will be Freedman's Hospital Washington, D. C., after September 20th Meridian Lodge desires the presence of Nalle, Warfield, Malvin, Henry, Nayl r, Turner, Posey Layton, Cardoza, Cole, Johnson, Underwood, Dick Jones, Davis, Fletcher and W a herless July 19th to work 1st and 3rd degree Brethren please take due notice and govern yourself accordingly It is to be regretted that more interest is not manifested in the forthcoming excursion The committee was composed of 120 members but it appears from the printed cards announcing the excursion that it is now reduced to three members The 120 did good work, I doubt that three can do as much The following are to be elected Grand Masters next December: James L. Johnson, W. H. J. Malvin, William H. Grimshaw, J. T. Layton, Richard H. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. Q. Jones, J W. Mayes, George S Newman. "Thus wastes man; today he puts forth the tender leaves of hope; tomorrow blossoms and bears his blushing honor's thick upon him, the next day comes a frost which nips the shoot and when he thinks his great ness still aripening he falls like autumn leaves to enrich our mother earth." THE QUEEN OF SPA'S. Doings in American Greatest Summer Resort-News Notes. Saratoga, N. Y., Special-The season of 1901 is low on. Saratoga, the "Queen of Spas," has thrown wide her hospitable doors to the seeker after pleasure and to those who come to drink her health giving waters. The dining room department of the Grand Union, the largest and most palatial summer hotel on earth is again under the most efficient management of that Prince of headwaiters, Mr. J. T. Lee. His staff is as follows: Mr William Beverly, Mr. J. Hamilton Brooks, Mr. Clinton Johnson, and Mr. Lawrence Wilkinson. The "States" is again under the charge of Mr. J. T. Riley, with an efficient corps of assistants. At the "Worden" we find again the affable Mr. Wayland. At the Kensington, Mr. G. P. Goode. We notice at the Congress we find the very debona r and always approachable Mr. Poindexter; assisted by Mr. J. V. Miller as second. At the Historic Clarendon is Mr. J. A. Saunders. The Frederik Douglass Literary Association held an enthusiastic reorganization meeting Monday evening July 1st. The interest and enthusiasm exhibited by those present is only an earnest of what we may expect from that grand organization during the eneuing summer. More of this anon. Among the listest arrivals we note: Mr. J. T. Lee and family, Brooklyn; Mr. J, T. Riley and family, Newark; Mr. J. H. Brooks and Madame; Mr. William Bevely and Madame: Mr. Robert Fields, Philadelphia; Mr. C. E. Nelson, Washington Mr. Moses W. Lewis, Washington; Mr. S. H. White, Charlottesville, Virginia.; Mr. George H. Coles and family, Baltimore. The Colored American is in high esteem here at the "Spa" and its coming is eagerly looked for. J. G. S. Atlantic City (N. J.) News. The arrival last week at the Hotel Da wee: Sunday; Cubs X Giants, W Simmon of New York Wednesday; Mrs. Georgie Washington, Chester, Pa, Miss May Gillisborough. Bridgeton, N J. Henry L Rose, Washington, D. C., N W Dalton, Washington, D. C. Thursday; James H, Weldman and wife. N Y, W H. Scott Pittsburg Pa, R F Howell and wife, Philadelphia, Pa Friday; Mrs Robert D Perry, Philadelphia, Mrs. George C. Rixon, Binghamton. N Y., A. Jackson and wife Saturday; J. D. Johnson, Washington, D. C., N, F. Mossell, Philadelphia, Pa., Mr J. Lansing and wife, New York. Colored Stenographers Wanted. WANTED-At once, at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute thoroughly competent young man and young woman stenographer. Send references and photograph to Booker T. Washington, Principal, Tuskegee, Ala. SCOTT'S MAGIC HAIR STRAIGHTENER AND GROWER. FREE! $50,000 worth of our World Famous Remedies will be given absolutely FREE to patrons. Send us your address at once. 10,000 Men, Women and Children from Countries, have sent us their testimonials. Grower will positively make Kinky, Cut Refractory Hair grow long, thick, beautiful head of hair. Over 1,000,000 of the world, and our patrons testify that from falling out, cures dandruff and scalp hair to its natural color and grows hair on 25,000 Agents Wanted. Can make $200 Watch. Enclose 2 cent stamp for partic women and Children from all parts of the Uni it us their testimonials declaring that Scott's only make Kinky, Curly, Knotty, Stubborn low long, thick, beautiful, soft, glom hair. Over 1,000,000 orders have been fill our patrons testify that this marvelous rem ures dandruff and scalp diseases, promotes a color and grows hair on thin places and bald aunted. Can make $200 per month. We give a cent stamp for particulars. AT DRUG STORES OR WILL BE SENT ADDRESS P. O. BOX 570. SCOTT REMEMBER FREE T TO THE COLORED PEOPLE Be not deceived by loud adver accomplish little. 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The two are used in connection. No.1 is used at night, No.2 in the morning. They must both be used in the treatment. LUSTORONE is fully guaranteed to straighten kinky hair, stop the hair from falling, restore grey hair to its natural color, and create a new growth of hair on bald spots. It is not possible for any one to make a hair tonic to equal LUSTORONE. RONE straightens without any outside in two forms. No. 1 causes the hair beautiful. No. 2 cures all forms of o diseases, and feeds the roots of the hair. No. 1 is used at night, No. 2 in the m the treatment. LUSTORONE is fully stop the hair from falling, restore grate a new growth of hair on bald spot make a hair tonic to equal LUSTORONE. We have thousands of testimon space to publish: Mrs. Mary Young RONE is a God-send to suffering hu once. I know what it did for me. TO SECURE A FREE SALE send us your name and address and will mail to you a sample of LUSTORONE same day money is received. This sa of our assertions. DOMINION We have thousands of testimonials like the following we have not space to publish: Mrs. Mary Young Fowler, California, writes, Lustronne is a God-send to suffering humanity. Send me $5.00 worth at once. I know what it did for me. TO SECURE A FREE SAMPLE OF LUSTORONE send us your name and address and enclose 12c. to pay postage and we will mail to you a sample of LUSTORONE No.1 and No.2 (2 packages) same day money is received. This sample will convince you of the truth of our assertions. THE COLORED AMERICAN Address The Colored BEFORE. Stamps accepted. Troubles.....10 cts. and 25 cts. Scott's Kidney and Bladder Cure.....25 cts. and 50 cts. Dr. Marten's Female Tabiolids--For Female irror uilarlies.....25 cts. and 50 cts. Scott's Consumption Cure—in Tablet Form.....$1.00 Scott's Manhood Restorer.....$1.00 O YOU BY MAIL. STAMPS ACCEPTED 7 ```markdown ``` AFTER. 8 : Fhe Colored American Published by THE CoLORED AMERICAN Pub- Msbing Company. 4 NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER Published every Saturday at 459 C St. N, W Washington, D.C. SUBSORIPTION RATES. One year - : $2.00 Six months - - 1.10 Three months : : 60 INVARIABLY IN ADVANCE. Subscriptions may pe 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 tor pupjivation. but as a guar- ante e of good faith. We solicit news, Contributions, opinion’ and in fact, all matters affecting the race, We will not Ray for matter, however, unless it is ordered by us. All matter intended for iblication must reach this office by Wednes. Sey ofeach week to insure insertion in the current issue ‘We. Agents are wanted everywners, Send or .nstructions. ADVERTISING RATES, Reading notices 50 cents per line, Display advertisements, $2 per square incn per inser- tion. Discounts made on large contracts, eet at the Post-office as second-class MAU letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THB QOLORED AMERICAN, EDWARD E. COOPER, Manacer 459 C Street Nerthwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. Sold by all all News Dealers. Eee SATURDAY, JULY 13. 1900. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON.S MEMORIAL. Our brethren in Virginia seem to be a queer lot, yet we do not doubt that they mean well. As for instance, the memorial prepared by Booker T, Washington for submission to the Alabama State Constitutional Con: vention, 1s published in Virginia as coming from a committee composed of Giles B. Jackson, W. F. Graham and R. T. Hill, whe are given credit in the Virginia newspapers for having drawn the memorial and the gratuitous in: formation is offered that it was sub mitted to Mr. Washington for ap proval and suggestion. Our Virginia brethren doubtless mean well, but one never loses anything by giving credit where credit is just due. Our forces should be united and harmonious at this critical stage of proceedings, but the gentlemen should be willing to al- iow Mr. Washington whatever glory or blame that may attach to the work of his brain. The memorial was a great document, and will have a place in the history of the suffrage question. The Negro is on trial. His conduct is being watched with the eye of an eagle, and the jury 18 on the alert to find an excuse to return a verdict of “Quilty as indicted.” THE LABORER IS WORTHY OF HIS HIRE. Our Sykesville, Md., contemporary does not think “paid writers” are a necessity for Negro papers. He thin's that card writers, who feel that they have a message for the people are suf- ficient fr all ordinary purposes and the editor can do the rest. It should be remembered that writing for the best readers is an art, and must be adapted to the needs of the class to be served, must be timely and muat be in the hands of the printer on time. How can a man give bis time, best service and be controlled by the proprietor of the paper, if he has no connection with the,pay roll? The newspaper writer pas invested capital in speeial edu’ THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. cation. He must eat, drink, wear FROM FOREIGN SHORES. clothes and pay bills just the same as —— = 7 S ee — An Australian Writes of the “Black B - a Se Se liberal | in Blue”—Chinese Music and Unifor Becta ee —The Duke and Duchess of York— preacher, oie elle ey ae Bie SR a ead ee Baltimore was the hottest place in America last week. Baltimore, for some reason or ‘other, has been “get: ting the hot end of it” right along lately. The stricken muncipality has our profound sympathy. THIS OUGHT TO SETTLE IT A report has been going the rounds that the Hon. John P. Green, the Ohio leader, has designs upon the of- fice of Register of the Treasury or Re: corder of Deeds, now so capably filled by Messrs. Lyons and Cheatham. There is nothing in the rumor, and those who are doing so much talking about it ought to stop. Mr. Green gives it out publicly that he has not been, is not now, and has no intention of being a candidate for either of the aforesaid offices or for any other of: fice held by a representative of the Negro race. Mr, Green is an honest man, with an unblemished rep»tation for veracity and plain speech, and this emphatic and unequivocal state: ment ought to settle the matter for once and all. THE WASHINGTON POST IS WEARY The Washington says it is weary of the Negr> ,roblem. So are we—and have been weary of it for lo these many days, The Post and i's able and influential clientage can do wonders in dismies'ng the vexed question by grant: ing the worihy Negro the ordinary rights of the citizen, an equal oppor: tunity in the race of life—no favors, no artificial handicap, Treat us just as you would a white man of similar merit—no better, no worse. An intelli gent Negro ought to be as acceptable at a reetaurant, on the boats or cars, atthe theater or ballot box as the white man of similar character. The illiterate Negro and the illiterate white man ought to be “bunched,” and considered on a Jevel. This is the only way to get rid of the socalled race problem—dismiss purely racial distinctions. There must be differences, but they should come through the op: eration of natural laws—differences in wealth, environment, tastes, sy Y pa: thies and affections. The Post will get a rest when it helps to persuade its vrejudiced brethren to take a rest from unjust discrimination against the Negro solely because he is a Negro. Why not a first class steam laundry in Washington operated by Negro capital? We sre letting our old time callings slip away from us, and the white man, through improved methods, is supp'anting the unprogressive wash erwoman with the high grade laun- dress. The Colored American intimated a short time ago that the National Afro American Council needed a national organizer. The New York Age says it needs money The Colored Ameri: can thinks its needs botb, and ought to have them. The Negro’s distinguishing marks are poverty and igoorance—to let the world tell it It is our daty to labor hard, day by day, night by night, to remove there birthmarks, for they are disfiguring and repulsive FROM FOREIGN SHORES. An Australian Writes of the “Black Boy in Blue”’~Chinese Music and Uniforms —The Duke and Duchess of York—No Jim Crow Cars inthe Queens Domain. Se Dear Editor— You have received a copy of the Argus which will give an idea of the royal time we are having in Mel- bourne. I saw the Royal Visitor twice the first day, on the 8th wes the Chi- nese procession in Melbourne, I cannot interpret their music. It was very amusing, their coetumes are of many colors. The Stockman I wanted to see, bat I did not. On the 9:h I went again to Melbourne, at 10 a. m. to witnessthe procession of their great men and their wives in the colonies of Australia. Deessed up in uniforms and driving in their neat carriages, His Royal High- nes3, the Duke and Dutchess of York and Cornwell came along at last, going to open the firet Parliament by reading the messages from the King, which makes these colonies united Australia or one people. The writer has seen the Duke four times and the Dachees three times. Taoey looked well and Me!bourne hada g&y appearance with flags and arches and illuminations at night. After the proce:sion was overl returned home, that over, I started forthe U. 8. F.S Brooklyn. It was the first time that I ever had the pl2asure of going on board of an Americau man ot war and to find black boys in blue on board. Whata coatrasi? I have never seen anything of the kind in the English Navy. “he United States was truly repre- sented in its true 1 ght, to find colored men on board, alls to teach us every- thing the white men could, was arevela- tion to the white men and women of the Austrelian colonies. The white Australian was bighly pieased with them. The writer was led around with others. Here are their names: Mr, W. Wyatt and Mr G. York of Washing- ton, D. U. Mr. H. Thomas of Pensacola, Fis. and Mr. Hargrave of Virgin a were the instructors of this days visit. It would be 8 good thing for some of our war ships to pay the Australian colonies & visit, say oace in every nine months, with well, ssy one hundred well be- haved colored men on board. On the 10h of May I saw some of them walking up Bay street, Port Mel- bourne in the eveniag. Everybody muat turn around to have a look at them, a thing they have never witnessed be- fore, Little white boys and girls wa:k- ing at their side talking with them and playing hep and keep the step, The white men took to them very Kindly. Nothing was kept from them, and they were unstinting in their libera ity and hospitality toward them io every respect. They were all invited to go to some ones home before they left the chip. The writer gave to some of them his address, because he was not down on the pier to button hole some of them they have forgotten that they had my card or my addres; in their pockets, Call in when you are over here again boys, Friday the 10th, was theroyal review, My bvsiness prevented me from goiag to the review. It was the largest ever heli in the Australian colonies, 15,900 Raeam aaa =) On 5. Ll ea ie worked his way through caste Preju- dice more quickly and completely than any other race which hes come in touch with the white man, says the Argus. May 18:h, the Duchees and Duke of Cornwall and York said ood bye to Victoria and took the train from Port Melbourne. Now a word about the colored boys in blue in Uncle Sam’s Navy, they said that they had nothing to say against the Victorians, they said that they had a roysl reception wherever they went. Some of them were stopped in the street by white ladies who wanted to know if they could Speak English, They have been stopped 130 by gentle. men and their wives while driving in the heart of Melbourne, Of course we have no Jim Crow Cara here, would not this be in harmony with the Bib e, “do unto others as you would have them do unto you.” If our white brothers of the South would do likewiee things would be as they should, There is no discrimination whatever in any Public conveyances here. The con- ditions are first and second class and you can have whichever you like to Pay for. Here I give you a few names of the U. 8, F. 8. Brooklyn, Mr. Hargrave and Mr, Freeman Floyd of Petersburg, Va, W. H. Coates, seamen, Mr, Jobn +H, Tibbs, Mr. James W. Pratt, Mr. B. Tolson, are all of Washington, D, C. Mr. C, F. Padmore, is the medicine ‘man and Mr. J. W. Callowsy is an of. ficer of some small rank. I remain yours very truly, A, GoLpsmitx, Co Operative Housekeeping, Professor Ellen H. Richards of the Massachucetts Institute of Technolo- &y, who has been contributing a series of articles of a practical character to The Delineator, in the August number utters some very plain trutks regarding the difficnlities that the women cf sey- eral families would plobably have in learning to get along with one another. The conclusion of the article, although not 80 stated by Professor Richerds, is rather to suggest that euccessfu! c0-op- erative hourekeeping is a long way off yet. The article is worth reading be- cause of it frank etatement of the diffi- culties that people find in subordinat- ing their own wills to the wille of oth- ers. The Season on the River. _ The season on the river has never ‘Opened more auspiciously than the present one. The attendance has been large on all notable occasions, and the Patrons have given many evidences ‘that they heartily enjoyed their trips. ‘The order has been gilt-edged, and offi- cers have been on hand to promplly render any service that might add to the comfort and safety of tbe Jadies and gentlemen on poard. Captain L. J. Wocllen hasj been a model host; and bis genial methods and affable bearing have drawn out high compliments from a!] who are brought into contact with him. He knows how to manage ® boat; and the people appreciate bis dis- position to please. A trip down the river on the palatis! ‘‘River Queen” is 4 heslih-giver these sultry days, and it is just the thing to relieve the tired nerves of those who are so engsged that they cannot get away tothe sea- side or mountains for a stay. The fam!- ly excursions on Sundays are a feature that meets the favor of all. Last Sur- day’s trip to Notlay Hall wae largely attended and was particularly note worthy, DEATHS IN GEORGIA. Rev. Whitman the Poet-Preacher and Mr. W. E. Terry Pass Away—News Notes From the Gate City. Atlanta, Ga., Special—Hon. W. E. Terry of Columbus, Ga., for thirteen years Grand Master of the Masonic fraternity of Georgia, was on July first, called from labor to reward. Captain Terry had been ill for several months. He was forty-six years old. He was a man of affairs, being one of the first men of Georgia. He leaves a wife and five children to mourn his loss. He gave each of his children a fine education. The funeral took place on Tuesday July 2nd at the St. James A. M. E. church where he was for many years a faithful member. Rev. J. B. Epton the pastor officiating. The following Grand Lodge officers being present and acted: Dr. H. R. Butler, M. W. G. M., Atlanta; Prof. W. H. Spencer, R. W. D. G. M., Columbus; Rev. A. S. Slaley, R. W. G. S. W., Americus; Rev. G. W. Allen, R. W. G. J. W. Girard; H. Hill, R. W. G. T., Columbus; Prof. T. S. Price, R. W. G. S., Columbus; Rev. J. B. Epton, M. W. G. C., Columbus; Dr. R. H. Cobb, R. W. G. L, Valdosta; Peter Walker, R. W. G. S. D., Fort Gaines; A. L. Felton, R. W. G. J. D., Momtezuma; Robert Booth, R. W. G. S. S., Columbus; H. R. Smith, R. W. G. J. S., Americus; A. W. Marshall, R. W. G. S. B., Columbus; N. R. Harris, R. W. G. P., Americus; W. H. King, R. W. G. M. Columbus; I. C. Mound, R. W. G. T. Columbus. Dr. H R. Butler of Atlanta will become Grand Master by the death of Captain Terry. He will make a worthy successor to the lamented Terry. Dr. A. A Whitman, for several years pastor of Allen Temple A. M, E. church has gone to his reward. He departed this life last week after several days illness. His funeral was largely attended, Bishop Turner, Drs C. W. Newton, Brockett, J. S. Flippers officiating. Dr Whitman was a very valuable man and a poet of note. He, during his life time thought of and provided for his family by leaving them a $4,000 life insurance policy in the New York Mutual. He had decided to drop the policy but the agent prevailed with him to keep it up and leave the $4,000 for his family. Mrs. Dr. J. R. Porter and mother, Mrs. Princess Curtis, have gone to spend some time in St. Louis, Mo., with Drs. W. P. and T. A Curtis. The family is to have a reunion in honor of Dr. J. Webb Curtis just returned from the Philippines where he served as Surgeon of the 48th U. S. V. Mrs. Dr. Porter as chairman of the finance committee of the Atlanta Free Kindergarten Association; has issued a very excellent pamphlet containing a full report of that body for the year. The pastor and congregation of the Frat Congregational church here celebrated last Sunday and Monday nights their seventh anniversary with a very interesting program. Rev. Dr. Proctor is very highly esteemed by his congregation, Hon. C. C. Wimbish was master of ceremonies on Monday night. Rev. Dr. A. R. Wilson pastor of the Radcliff Memorial Presbyterian church here after a two week's visit to the North has returned home. He reports a successful trip. Mrs. W. A. Hunton and baby left for Norfolk, Va., last Saturday afternoon, while away she will visit Buffalo and other points of interest. Hon. M. B. Morton of Athens was in the city a few days this week. Collector Rucker appears to be the THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON. hardest worked man in the Customs House. He is always busy moving from office to office directing the affairs of his department. He is is a fine officer. His son Henry is one of the brightest young chaps in Atlanta. Rev. Dr. J. M. Henderson, president of Morris Brown College, preached a very fine sermon at the Presbyterian church last Sunday morning. Mr. S.J. Fountain was called to Elberton last week to attend the funeral of his father, a prominent minister in the A. M. E Church. Highland Beach Notes. The fine new hotel of Mr. George T. Bowen, the popular steward of the Merchants Club. of Baltimore is winning golden laurels from all who have thus far been its guests. There were registered there last week Mr. Lewis H. Douglass, wife and niece, and Miss Nita Cook, Miss Lucy E. Moton, Mr and Mrs. Alexander Freeman and Miss Eula Ross of Washington, D. C. and a party of six gentlemen from Baltimore. DR. JOHN R FRANCIS. Mr. H. C. Tyson and family occupy the cottage of Mr. Joseph H. Douglass, this season. Dr. John R. Francis is making extensive improvements and additions to his cottage. Mrs. R. R. Colbert has as her guest Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Bruce of Washington, D. C, Mr. and Mrs. Charles R. Douglass, 10 are quietly settled in their commodious cottage for the season, and enjoying the vacation visit of their youngest son, Haley, who has just graduated with the senior, clsss from Phillips Exeter Academy, N. H. preparatory entering Harvard College. A large yachting party of twenty wo under the command of "Admiral" Lewis H. Douglass made a trip to Fish- J. H. MR LEWIS H. DOUGLASS. ing Creek on Sunday last, although th Bay was a little rough the ladies an gentlemen with one accord, voted the trip the pleasantest of the season. Mrs. Dr. Curtis entertained a party of ladies and gentlemen from Wash- 1 ington one day last week at her camp on the Bay side. Miss Janie Freeman has rented one of the Douglass Cottages for the season. Associated with her in the visiting are two or three other of our Washington teachers, The season at this well known and popular resort promises to be the most enjoyable of any of the nine preceed- [Illustration of a woman with a high bun, wearing a long coat with a high collar and a large scarf.] ing seasons of its existence. The fishing, crabbing and boating is superb, and H. C. Bruce, the veteran angler is enjoying the sport exceedingly. A hop for the young people was DR. HARTMAN'S ADVICE Is Sought by Female Sufferers From Ocean Mrs.F. W. Goulder,1806 Fourth avenue, Rock Island, Illinois, writes; "I was afflicted for five or six years with catarrhal difficulties and was growing worse all the time. I began taking your Peruna with a marked improvement from the first. Independent of curing that, the Peruna has greatly improved my general health." "Every bottle of Peruna is worth its weight in gold; especially to me, ```markdown ``` for I owe my present good health to it." All over the country there are women who have been invalids for many years, suffering with female derangements. What a boon to such women is Dr. Hartman's free advice! So famous has his skill made him that hardly a hamlet or town in the country but knows his name. He cures tens of thousands, and he offers to every woman who will write to him her symptoms and a history of her trouble, free advice and treatment. The medicines he prescribes can be obtained at any drug store, and the cost is within the reach of any woman. He describes minutely and carefully just what she shall do and get to make a healthy, robust woman of herself. Address Dr. Hartman, Columbus, Ohio, for a free copy of "Health and Beauty." given at the Francis Cottage last Saturday night. Joseph H. Douglass left Monday evening for Atlantic City, where he will appear in concert July 9th. The program includes our poet, Dunbar. The Soldiers and Sallors Beneficial Union, of which Major C. R. Douglass is president, were the guests of that gentleman at his cottage on July 4th. The Epworth League. The Epworth League of the Ebenezer M. E. church, corner 4th and D streets southeast, is holding very interesting meetings on Sunday evenings from 7 to 8 o'clock, and the attendence is flattering. The papers are well-prepared and the music by the League choir 'is divine. Last Sunday the League was addressed by R. W. Thompson, president of the Second Baptist Lyceum, and he was warmly received. Other talks were made by Mrs. Griffin, Mr. Green and Rev. J. H. Griffin, the able pastor. Miss Carrie Churchville has charge of the exercises, and she is proving herself a most capable and resourceful directress. The League holds its final meeting of the season tomorrow at 7 p. m. Punctuality is a prime requisite to success. Be on time, keep engagements and answer business letters upon receipt,