The Colored American

The COLORED American A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER PIONEER OF NEGRO VAUDEVILLE. The Meteoric Career of Mr. "Pat" Chapelle, the Magnate of Afro American Stage—From Strolling Player to Manager—Colored Performers Should Organize for Protection. Tis not birth, nor wealth, nor State—But "get up and get," that makes a man great. The accompanying portrait is a correct likeness of a prominent Afro-American, who illustrates in the highest degree the truth in this old-time saying. It is Mr. "Pat" Chappelle, of Tampa, Florida, now owner and manager of the Buckingham Theater at that point, the first metropolitan establishment for polite vaudeville opened in the State of Florida. Since his advent six white capitalists have entered the field as imitators. Mr. Chappelle, though a young man of less than thirty-two years, has made for himself an enduring name in the commercial and theatrical world, and is known the country over for his business integrity, sterling personal character, daring conception of modern stagecraft, and dashing execution of a cherished plan. He is a native of Florida, and was born poor. His first employment was selling papers and shining shoes about the streets of Jacksonville, from which he afterwards graduated into a fruit vender. He had little opportunity to secure a systematic education, but full of "mother wit" and resourcefulness, he gathered knowledge from everything that came into his hands, and took a continuous course in the great University of Experience. He learned early in life that success is a shy bird, but obeys the call of him who "hustles" increasingly, and who is willing to sacrifice personal comfort to press forward earnestly until the goal is reached. He did his best wherever placed, saved his money, and found recognition for a merit that did not "hang upon the favor of princess." Having a natural learning toward music, Mr. Chappelle became proficient as a banjo player, and with a budding ambition for managerial honors, organized a "company" of boys, canvassing the health resorts of Florida, serenading tourists, gathering in much coin of the realm. Following this up with piano service in vaudeville houses, he rose to the dignity of "playing dates," opening with Howe's New London Circus, a standard "show," with which he remained an entire season of eight months. He has appeared at many leading theaters, among them the Buckingham, Louisville, Ky., Kohl & Castle's Museum, Cincinnati, O., Keith's Bijou, and World's Museum, Boston, and Deve's Eighth Avenue Museum, New York City. He filled engagements at other houses in Gotham, and at Coney Island, besides gaining that indispensable preliminary experience (enjoyed by now successful stars), of traveling with a high-toned "medicine man." In 1803 Mr. Chappelle saw the awakening of a new South and retraced his WASHINGTON, D. C., SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 1901. J. steps to the "Land of Dixie." About the time of the historic Corbett-Mitchell fight he opened a billiard and pool room in Ray street in Jacksonville, later enlarging the business to a saloon and concert hall upon the lines of the popular Atlantic Garden in New York. It was a novel idea and "took big," in the theatrical parlance, placing Mr. Chappelle in the vaudeville premiership of the "flower State." In 1900 he cast his fortunes in the same business, but on a larger and more comprehensive scale at Tampa, Fla., where he now conducts the Buckingham Theater, the best known amusement resort in the section, and the only place of the kind owned and managed by a colored man in the South. His success has been phenomenal, and its secret is that he engages only the very best artists, regardless of salary, and lives up to every obligation promptly and cheerfully. He is shrewd enough to know that true business principles must underlie every permanent enterprise. To be a member of his staff is regarded by performers a testimonial of excellence, and is so accepted by other managers when making contracts. This coming season he will put out his road company, known as "A Rabbits Foot Comedy Co," this being the only Negro show of its kind in the world, and is Mr. Chappelle's own original idea. The special paper, costumes, wardrobe, and "props," of this play cost Mr. Chappelle in the neigh- borhood of $10,000. He also owns a private car valued at $1,000, and is the possessor of real estate in Jacksonville valued at $3,000, where he maintains his residence. It may be remarked here that Mr. Chappelle is unmarried. Mr. Chappelle has advanced theories as to theatrical methods. He sees the present situation clearly and makes some decidedly sensible and practical suggestions for the betterment of the Negro actor and Negro manager, whose interests must naturally go hand in hand. He says: "It is unfortunate that colored people in the theatrical business are the same as they are in any other business. They do not "pull together." The white performers are organizing to fight the Negro. If the Negro does not do something in the line of organizing, why he will soon find himself in an awkward position. The time is coming fast when he will have to look only to the colored manager for engagements, as the white performer is closing every door against him. The colored managers are also to blame, for they too ought to organize as it seems that the whites do not want to see any colored manager carry on business successfully. Therefore the Negro proprietors should organize for mutual protection. Since starting in business in this State I have brought not less than 200 performers to this city and to Jacksonville, and I have advanced each (Continued on page 4.) PRICE FIVE CENTS. LESSONS OF THE CENSUS. Some Startling Figures Showing the Rapid Increase of Population and Progress of the Colored People-A Black Inundation-Bishop Tanner's Prophecy-Thh Stories of the Bulletins. The Census Bureau has issued bulletins giving the white and colored population, for States and Territories as far down the list as Kansas. They contain about two-fifths of the colored population of the country, and, judging from the rate of increase as shown by them, we can get a pretty accurate per cent. of what the colored population was in June 1900, when the census was taken. The list includes Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Indian Territory, and Kansas. In 1800, they contained 2,329,227 persons of Negro descent. In 1900 they contain 2,858,642, an increase of 22.72 per cent. This indicates that the total population of Negro descent in 1900 was about 9,167,000. The percentage of increase of the total population, as officially announced, is a trifle under 21 per cent. Should the rate of gain for the Negro population in the States already reported be maintained, and there is every reason to believe it will be, it will show a higher rate of gain for them than for the white population. This has happened only twice before in the history of the country, 1810, and 1880. It will once more arouse the country to the dangers of "a black inundation," and I fear will tend to further aggravate an already distressing condition between the races. With the exception of the two decades above noted, the percentage of Negro to white in the country had steadily declined from 1790, when it stood at 19.27 to 1890, when it had fallen to 11.93. The gain in 1810 was accounted for by the increased activity in the slave trade, which was lawful until 1808. The increase in 1880 was accounted for by the alleged faulty census of 1870. The census of 1890 is generally considered the most perfect census of all. How are they going to account for this spurt of the Negro population in 1900, in the face of an enormous white immigration? We may be sure it will be accounted for to the detriment of the colored people, by calling attention to their lower average of living. The country should catch its breath. We are not going to have "a black inundation," natural means will develop to check any temporary and abnormal increase. This reminds me of by debut at the Bethel Literary Society. Rev., now Bishop, Tanner read a paper in the winter of 1882 on "The Twentieth Century and what of it." He took the abnormal rate of increase of the colored population, from 1870 to 1880, as shown by the faulty census of 1870, and carefully figured out just how long it Continued on 4th page.) 10 MASONIC Much disappointment is felt over the late excursion by the craft. It was confidently expected a sufficient number would attend to insure a handsome profit to the committee, but instead there was only about six hundred visitors, several hundred less than the actual membership of the order. Brethren, formerly noted for their energy and push in such matters, seemed suddenly stricken with a tired feeling and not only did nothing in advance to promote the cause, but even failed to go with us. Each has "good and sufficient reasons" and it is amusing to listen to the stay at homes explanations such as, "The chairman didn't notify me," or "They thought they could get along without us," or "Three men should not try to do the work of a hundred and twenty," and so forth and so on. Mighty good talk but, brethren, a successful affair would have been as beneficial to you as the committee, and it was wrong to withhold your supports for such trivial reasons. Brother Mays and his assistants have the commendation of all right thinking, fair-minded brethren in their efforts to promote a worthy object. They certainly deserved better treatment. Sister M. V. Cusa, secretary of Queen Electa Chapter lies dangerously ill at her home 716 Farragut Street, n. w. suffering from typhoid malaria. Brother Edward A. Watson, Secretary of Eureka Lodge and its only living charter member, has recently moved to Brookland, one car ticket will carry you there. Ellis W. Brown, Master of Eureka Lodge is still a very sick man but was up for awhile on Saturday. His number is 925 24th st. n. w. Let the brethren visit Brother Brown. I saw Sir Knights Wayne and Snowden Sunday night at Murrays drug store endeavoring to construct a slate. I dont know what they want. I do know its a big office. Grand Lodge slate: William H. Grimshaw, Grand Master; F. J. Cordozo Deputy Grand Master; J. T. Beason, Senior Grand Warden; S. C. Burnett, Junior Grand Warden, this slate may not be broken. Sister Ella Jones of Queen Electa Chapter, daughter of Past Senior Grand Warden Richard H. Jones, Widow Sons Lodge, will leave for Pittsburg, Pa. August 7th to spend a few weeks visiting the subordinate chapters of that jurisdiction. Grand Master Terrell, Deputy Grand Master Malvin, Grand Secretary Myers, Past Master Coe, Sir Knights Chase, Moten, Underwoof, Hutchinson and Wayne were among the callers at the bed side of Sir Knight McKenzie Scott on Saturday night last Felix Lodge conferred the 2nd degree on Monday night last. Brother Charles Posey of Widow's Son held the East and Brother W. H. Underwood did the work of Senior Deacon. Both of these Brothers are excellent workmen and I know they must have acquitted themselves well. Slates are being made among the Knight Templars and many are they who would be proud of the honor of holding the gavel as the Right Eminent Grand Commander for the year 1902, prominent among them Sir Knights Lewis H. Wayne, John N. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Dorster, H. C. Harris, R. S. Watts, George S Newman, Brooks Burre, Alfred Moten and John H. Lee. On Saturday last in company with the Deputy Grand Master W. H. J. Malvin I stood on Pennsylvania ave., and gazed upon the First Separa'e Batallion marching to their headquarters. Grand and splendid were the men and officers who composed the companies marching to the strains of music which thrilled every soul. And standing there I thought of how many times I have heard Brother and Lieut. Cardoza declare that the martial strains of national airs heard on the rough edge of battle have thrilled the soldier's heart causing him to burn with an emulous desire to lead the perilous advance, and animating him to deeds of heroic valr and the most sublime devotion. Amidst the roar of cannon, the din of musketry and the carnage of battle, he sinks to the dust, raising him eif to take one long, last look on life. He hears in the distance that plaintive strain "Home Sweet Home." And whi'e thus reflecting I thought of what part did the Masonic organization play in this demonstration of loyalty to our country's flag and from among them I noticed the following members of our subordinate Lodges: First Separate Batallion in Masonry, field and staff-Major Arthur Brooks, John F. Cook; Lt. J. E Walker, Eureka; Lt. F. J. Cardoza, Prince Hall; Lt. W. B Evans, Social; Lt P. B. Brooks, Pythagoras. Company A. Capt. E. L. Webster, Eureka; Company B Captain S. L. Piper, Social; Company C Captain F. T. Webster, Lt. R. B Covington, Social; Company D Captain J. H. Campbell, Social. Lt. J. H. Johnson. Felix. Besides a number of enlisted men are in the craft among who are S'gt. E. T. Burrell, No. 9; S'gt. Lem Harris, No. 7; S'gt. G. Duncan and S'gt. Preston, No. 1; Private Porter No. 15; Corporal Murray, No. 1; Private Frank Hall, No. 3 and others. Colored Soldiers at Leesburg. The First Separate Batallion of the District of Columbia, which is a part of the District National Guard, but which is officered entirely by colored men from major down, has just returned from camp at Leesburg, Va. They spent ten days at this historic spot and were greatly benefited by the trip, the pure air of that section, as well as the views of the sugar-loaf mountains and the surrounding country. There were 230 men reported including fifteen commissioned officers Major Arthur Brooks was field officer the second day in camp and was the recipient of many congratulations from his brother white officers for his soldiery conduct. Dr. P. B, Brooks was medical officer one day, the day Gen Miles visited the camp. Dr. W. Bruce Evans, First Lieutenant and Quarter Master, owing to his work at Hampton, was only able to accompany the troops to Leesburg and to put things in shape. Dr. F. J Cardoza, First Lieutenant and general instructor of rifle practice, took charge in his absence and returned with the company to Washington, where they were disbanded at the O strset arormy, 7th and O streets, northwest. The men are in high praise of the many courtesies shown them while in camp and spoke of Leesburg as an ideal camp. They were treated by the soldiers and officers of the other battalions, as well as by the citizens of Leesburg, with the highest respect and every courtesy was shown them. They had the good fortune also to be on the winning side in the sham battle which took place Friday, July 26th. HOTEL DALE HOTEL DALE ORANGE The Famous Hotel Dale Atlantic City, N. J., has been re-leased by a popular caterer and he has made great impressions placing electric lights and fans all through the papered and painted, and the service made our equipment which was rated as the only facility, it now far excels its past accommodation be no fault whatever. The hotel is still under Please write for booklets, Hotel Dale, Kentu N. J. E. W. Dale, Pr. Nathan WATSON'S AN IDEAL SUMMER RESORT. Take 7th Street Car to Chevy Bridge Car or F Street Car, change and Societies, Clubs and Parties are in "Watson's Park." No charge for group Park Large and Shady, Crystal order. For further information call or Warren's concert Band will play in the la Sacred cone A. D. WATSON has been re-leased by its previous owner Mr. E. K. has made great improvements for the com- mand and fans all through the house. The hotel bas- and the service made more complete. With all was rated as the only first class Afro-American h its past accommodations, and we are positive. The hotel is still under the management of M. sets, Hotel Dale, Kentucky and Arctic avenues, A. E. W. Dale, Prop., Nathaniel Diggs, Mgr. WATSON'S PARK, AMER RESORT. Located on Glen Ech, Street Car to Chevy Chase, change to G Street Car, change at 32d and P streets s and Parties are invited to spend a day. No charge for grounds. Ed Shady, Crystal Spring Water. Mea- ture information call on or address Band will play in the lawn from 4 to 11.30 p. m. e v. Sacred concert. A. D. WATSON, Proprietor, 2025 L St., Northwest 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 papered and painted, and the service made more complete. With all of its previous equipment which was rated as the only first class Afro-American hotel 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., Nathaniel Diggs, Mgr. WATSON'S PARK, 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 Warren's concert Band will play in the lawn from 4 to 11.30 p. m. every Sunday. Sacred concert. A. D. WATSON, Proprietor, 2025 L St., Northwest. 3 This magnificent hotel will open June 15th, open until September 15th. Accommodationence; terms reasonable. It is within thirty leave Chestnut street ferries every half hour, fow owner and proprietor. For terms address a 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 vilenion, to accommodate 700 people is no comfortable rooms and spacious parlor and The equipment is thorough, and the serve Special attention given to Church, Su excursions. LARGE HALL FOR SUMMER Correspondence solicited. Address. hotel will open June 15th for the reception of guest 15th. Accommodations strictly first-class with it is within thirty minutes ride from Philadelphia every half hour, fare 31 cents, return booklet. For terms address at present, C. A. SMITH. BREEZY BUCKROE BEACH Sesapeake Bay. Sea-Baths, Sea-Food. At the Bay Shore Summer Resort, on the Old Point, have pleasure in announcing the public for the season of 1901, on Wednesday art is undergoing important improvement. 700 people is now being erected and a spacious parlor and private dining room, though, and the service is the best given to Church, Sunday School and SCHALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTIONS. NO PUBLICED. Address. This magnificent hotel will open June 15th for the reception of guests and remain open until September 15th. Accommodations strictly first-class with every convenience; terms reasonable. It is within thirty minutes ride from Philadelphia; trains leave Chestnut street ferries every half hour, fare 31 cents, return booklets. C.A. SMITH owner and proprietor. For terms address at present, C.A. SMITH, Snow Hill P, O., Camden County, N.J. Right on the Chesapeake Bay. Sea-Baths, Sea-Food, Sea-Air. 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 29th. This popular Resort is undergoing important improvements. A large pavilion, to accommodate 700 people is now being erected and a neat hotel with comfortable rooms and spacious parlor and private dining room, is being built. The equipment is thorough, and the service is the best. Special attention given to Church, Sunday School and Society picnics and excursions. LARGE HALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTIONS. NO LIQUORS. Correspondence solicited. Address. BAY SHORE HOTEL COMPANY. THE HOME OF THE MARSHALLS --- --- by its previous owner Mr. E. W. Dale, the improvements for the coming season, by high the house. The hotel has been newly made more complete. With all of its previously first class Afro-American hotel in Ameri-dations, and we are positive that there will under the management of Mr. Nat Diggs Kentucky and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City Prop., Daniel Diggs, Mgr. N'S PARK, Located on Glen Echo Railway. Chevy Chase, change to Cabin John at 32d and P streets We invited to spend a day's outing at grounds. Postal Spring Water. Meals served to call on or address We lawn from 4 to 11.30 p. m. every Sunday. Concert. TON, Proprietor, 2025 L St., Northwest. HOTEL Woodlawn Terrace Lawnside, N. J. the 15th for the reception of guests and remain ations strictly first-class with every conveni- tity minutes ride from Philadelphia; trains car, fare 31 cents, return booklets. C.A. SMITH. class at present, C. A. SMITH, Snow Hill P, O. REEZY CKROE BEACH! Sea-Baths, Sea-Food, Sea-Air. Summer Resort, on the electric car line feature in announcing that their Resort season of 1901, on Wednesday May 29th. Most important improvements. A large pa- sion now being erected and a neat hotel with car and private dining room, is being built. Service is the best. Sunday School and Society picnics and SUMMER CONVENTIONS. NO LIQUORS. 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 PASSING OF PREJUDICE. The Sea Side News and the Advantages of Atlantic City-Howard Students Hold a Mock Trial-Notes. Atlantic City, N. J., Special—Nothing worthy of mention has occurred in the social world this week. Society has forgotten its functions, and instead of the pink teas, receptions and the festive balls it has busied itself in trying to keep cool and comfortable. The board walk is now a scene of life and animation. Countless crowds promenade up and down its length. The piers are all filled to their capacity and the beach is covered with bathers. If you are a stranger and wish to find any one stand on the board walk near Young's Pier or near the Old Mill and if he or she is here you will see them; and how cosmopolitan is Atlantic City. Here no difference is known and cheek by jowl sits the gentleman or lady and "the menial who serves the consomme," to use the word of one English critic who was visiting this resort some time ago. Even persons of color are having more privileges granted them than heretofore. A season or two ago the pavilions along the board walk were all denied him. Today any well-behaved respectable colored man or woman can go in and make himself comfortable. A mock trial was held at the Asbury A. M. E church Wednesday and Thursday evenings the 17th and 18th inst., in which the following students of Howard University participated; J. C. Waters, sheriff; W. H. Filler, R. H. Scott, counsels for the defense; Leroy C. Bryant and I. H. Nutter counsel for prosecution. The trail was very interesting though the the taking of testimony was a little tedious. Mr. Clay Kimbrough presided with the grace and finish of one born to the ermine, and made his rulings with a strict deference to the law. The arguments of counsel, both for the defense and prosecution, were very good. The addresses of Mr. Scott for the defense and Mr. Bryant for the prosecution being especially good. Mr Clay Kimbrough left here Monday the 22nd inst., for Huntington, W. Va. It is his intentions to take the examination for the bar sometime in August and will locate in Wheeling. Mr. Barlow of the faculty at the Union Theological Seminary as court clerk was much in evidence. Mr. R. H. Wallop of Horntown, Va., a school teacher, was present and as a stubborn witness was very amusing. Mr. Stewart of the Ohio Medical College, Mr. Smith of the Shaw University, and Mr Theodore McCurdy, a native of South America, and medical student at Shaw were present. The audience was composed of scholars and teachers, men of brain from all parts of the country. Everybody enjoyed themselves immensely and went home vowing to have another in the near future. For these young men I prophecy a bright future. Miss Corrine Monroe of the Washington, D.C, High School is visiting here Mrs. Andrew J. Clower, jr, with her two pretty children and nurse are stopping at the Irvin cottage. St Luke's Fall Picnic. The regular fall picnic and fete under the auspices of the vestry and congregation of St. Luke's church will take place September 16th, 1901. The committee having the affair in charge promises that it will far surpass any heretofore given. Full particulars will appear later on. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. LOCAL LORE. Mr. J, B. Hyman and family, spent last Sunday at Bay Ridge. The Metropole Club is winning its way into popular favor. Dr. J. G. Clayton spent a few hours in Alexandria, Virginia, last Saturday. Mr. Louis H. Costley spent last Sunday in Frederick, Md., the guest of his mother. Watson's park on the Glen Echo railway is the coolest place to spend your Sundays. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph H. Pyles are spending the heated term at Atlantic City, New Jersey. Miss Mildred Gillmore of O street northwest, is spending her summer at Somerset, Virginia, Mr. Carroll Brooks of the City P. O., is planning to spend part of his vacation at Midland, Virginia. Rev. O. H. Waller is spending his vacation at Sea Isle, N, J, His family preceded him on the trip. Who ever heard of a Saturday excursion? No one but the Amphions, they always have something new. Mr. Shad P. Brown, has charge of the dining department of the Chesapeake Beach Junction, and is giving satisfaction, And a regular program on the boat? Yes, they always have that, because it always pleases. It all occurs Saturday August 3rd. Come and enjoy the sweet music by Montgomery's Band and Orchestra with the Amphions Saturday, August 3rd 25 cents. Put your excursion toga on before going to work and just go right down to the wharf with the Amphions to Indian Head, only 25 cents. Mr. Charles C, Stewart, the well known newspaper correspondent and known to the readers of the Afro-American Ledger of Baltimore as "J. O. Midnight," accompanied by his charming wife is visiting in Washington. Mr. Stewart will be located in this section for the next few months, arranging the statistics and data of the A. M. E. Church which is to be put in book form. He has lost none of his adipose tissue. A BIG MEETING OF THE LEAGUE IN CHICAGO. 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 so important an organization. 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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. Prospect Park, Anacostia Now open for engagement. Splendid view, pure air, large grounds, ample shade, excellent water, large, new pavillion all conveniences. Brilliantly lighted. SAULSBURY BROOKS, Manager. 617 7th Street, N. W. 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FINE WORK AT LOW PRICES THE Maurice Joyce Engraving Company. EVENING STAR BUILDING WASHINGTON, D.C. 12 The Pen and Pencil Outing Some member of the Pen and Pencil Club, has kindly furnished us with few snap shots of the recent picnic given by this most popular club. The af- J. fair, was pulled off at Lake View park, was a success in every way. The elite of Washington society was in attendance and it would be an injustice to the club to print these snap shots without giving a counterfeit presentiment of a few of the officers and live spirits of the club. President Hershaw hardly needs an introduction to the Washington public. His honors have been crowded upon him so thick and fast that we shall not embarrass him by reviewing his most wonderful career at this time. SNAP SHCTS AT THE PEN AND PENCIL CLUB Six hundred passed the turnstile. 57 colored weekly papers were represented. The club has a membership of forty— "count 'em." Annual dinner will be given in January. Big thing. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Jackson were a handsome couple. Detective Lacy was there, but in an unofficial capacity. Lawyer W, L. Pollard spared time to smile upon the crowd. Dr. M. Dumas, Dr. Fry and Dr. Pope came to represent Georgetown. This is a fair likeness of Mr. H, Y. Arnett, the statistician and all round man of the club. The picture does not do him justice for he is said by the ladies to be handsome. He is a good fellow all right and is a practical newspaper man. Ye editor has called on him when nothin' was [Name] doin' and went away with a smile and a benediction as Paul Laurence Dunbar would say. The music was a credit to the orchestra and a moving inspiration to the feet. S. E, Lacy, Paul Bray and President Hershaw looked wise and felt otherwise. Three hundred requests have been made for an encore Pen and Pencil picnic. The park might be moved several feet nearer the car line to great advantage. The Misses West of 3rd street north west, were among the most popular ladies present. H. Y. Arnett and W. L. Houston were at home sa gate keeper and then as floor managers. Assistant Register Register Adams THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. and Prof Jesse Lawson took in the situation quietly. Register Lyons and Recorder Cheatham walked arm in arm, and gave eclat to the occasion. The Street car service was the very best. Everybody caught a car and nobody had to wait. Lawyer R. S. Smith was on hand and on schedule time moved "a vote of thanks and to adjourn." The "Juvenile P. and P. Club" was represented by the "little" Lacy's, Paynter's and Pelham's. Grand Master Terrell' Grand Deputy Cardoza, and Grand Lecturer Mayes represented the F. A. A. M. The Capital Savings Bank was represented by Cashier McCary, Teller Robert Douglas and Clerk Waller, The readers of live newspapers know or should know Mr. R. W. Thompson. Like President Hershaw he has been fairly smothered with honors. Space will only permit us to say that he is one of the best all-round newspaper men of the race, and is so credited by the press R. W. Thompson. Like President Hershaw he has been fairly smothered with honors. Space will only permit us to say that he is one of the best all-round newspaper men of the race, and is so credited by the press. Of the original founders, Fortune, Hershaw, Thompson and Menard, only the first named was absent. Some members of the Governing Board were absent. Others did not hurt themselves by working, Messrs Thomas W. Allen and William H. Fossett were conspicuously absent. They were not heard. 'Judge' Eugene Brooks looked as happy as if he had just disposed of another Porto Rican discussion. Prof Layton, Dr. W. L. Tignor, Captain Kelley and Mr. Henry E. Baker were the happiest men on the grounds. Mrs. Langston, Miss Gussie Henderson, Miss Jackson and Miss Langston were among the popular one present. R. C. M. Simmons, R. W. Thompson and Lawyer Cobb were in great demand, and shook hands with everybody. Another bright star in the galaxy of the smart set who make up the membership of the Pen and Pencil Club is Mr. W. T. Menard. Mr. Menard, beside being a most active and useful member of the Pen and Pencil Club, belongs in the front rank of correspondents. Being a practical printer the smart set who make up the membership of the Pen and Pencil Club is Mr. W. T. Menard. Mr. Menard, besides being a most active and useful member of the Pen and Pencil Club, belongs in the frontrank of correspondents. Being a practical printer himself, he has mastered the art of boiling down and saying a great deal in a few words. Miss Katie Moten, Miss Annie Silence, Miss Emma George, Miss Helen Bell and McKinley spent an enjoyable evening. Mrs. Robert Pelham, Mrs. Authur Gray, Mrs. H. Y. Arnett, Mrs. W. L. Houston, Mrs. Paul Bray, Mrs. S. E Lacy, and Mrs. L. M. Hershaw, were on the scene. The dance program pleased every one, 150 persons were on the floor at the same time in the waltz and two-step numbers. Several gentlemen found that too many of their "steady companies" had concluded to attend and diplomatic negotiations were necessary to preserve an entente cordiale. Le Droit Park; Howard Hull, Quality Row, Lower Mt. Pleasant, Conneticut Avenne Adjunct, Capital Hill; and River Park contested to furnish the largest attendance. Are any of our enterprising Negro teachers making an effort to get into the Philippine educational system? Get a recommendation from a principal, from a superintendent of public instruction in your bailiwick, or have a Congressman name you on his quota. We should be in every thing that is doing. THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. United Order of True Reformers. 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 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. the Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age (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 Benefite 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 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 pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of Tr 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with HALF MILLION DOLLARS. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual dues, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $33. After one year, its value is $200 to $65. After one year, its value is $500 to $300. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Annual dues, $9 50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13 50. Annual dues $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1.000 to $700. You are entitled to a Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in Classe B and E upon purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264 75, over a HALF 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 butthe 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 RESOURCES. Loans 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 in Richmond, Va., and members of the Order are 20 per cent. on the cost of food products. THE REFORMER is the newspaper public office in Richmond, Va. It stands for the vote 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 are exampled liberality and broad-minded genera trance 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 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. 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;— Loans 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 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 13 buildings. For any further information, address ]W. P. BURRELL, G. W. Secretary, TAYLOR, G. W, Master, --- A HONEY BEES TAYLOR, G. W. Mester. ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. LIABILITIES [W. P. BURKELL, G. W. Secretary, R. E. RENCHER. The leading colored artistic designer, decorator and wall paperist. Complete Stock Estimates and Samples furnished Work done here in town can be inspected at any time. Rencher, 2211 7tn N. W. Wall Papering. Painting. The only COOL & DELICIOUS —ICE CREAM PARLOFS — colored taines 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 DR. D. W. ONLEY. DENTIST. 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. W. M. DRURY'S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St., corner L. N. W, Washington, D. C. The River Queen The Following dates have been chartered or Notley Hall, Lower Cedar Point and Glymont on Steamer River Queen. August 1, Bondel and Gayhearts, Lower Cedar Point "2. M E church janitors, Notly Hall "4. Family excursion, "5. Philharmonic Glee Club, Lower Cedar Point "6. Knights of Jerusalem, Notly Hall "7. Odd Fellows Lodge, "8. Ancient Daughters of Tebertha, Lower Cedar Point "9. Execisor Club, Notly Hall "11. Family excursion, "12. Pen, Watkins, Lewer Cedar Point '16, Morning Glory Club, Notly Hall '18, Family excursion, '' '19, B. and P. Relief Club, Lower Cedar Point '21, Congressional Club, Notly Hall '22, James R Cooper, Lower Cedar Point '23, Elder Ladies Relief Club, Notly Hall '26, Minute Men, Notly Hall Spt.1, Lone Star Social Club, Lower Cedar Point "2, Knights of Jerusalem, Notly Hall Churches, clubs or parties desiring to secure good dates should see Capt. Woollen at once. His residence is 154 East Capitol st or N street Wharf southwest. Buy a Copy. 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. 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. 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. Now is the time to renew your sub- scription to The Colored American Don't wait to be dunned or to be sued but send it in at once; THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Little COLORED AMERICANS. Col. Pledger is still playing a "thinking part." What has become of the Rev. Geo. Wellington Bryant? One Thomas B. Reed has some friends left who say that will be in the running in 1904. If people talked only when they knew what they were talking about, some localities would resemble a Quaker meeting. Bad company and bad advice will ruin the best man and the most virtuous and well intentioned woman. Beware of both. The Negro race must rid itself of the barnacles and handkerchief heads, if it would make the progress that our intelligence and industry give us right to expect. After adjusting his spectacles and looking over the situation, Judge Jas. C. Matthews fails to discover any national Negro Democracy to accept the leadership of. It is difficult to see why it is necessary for white and black men to eternally quarrel when better results could be secured by making common cause for mutual advantage. Washington has not had a good, old fashioned indignation meeting for a long time. What has become of the palmy days when indignation was kept o tap by the impassioned orators? Senator McComas did not see his way clear to accept the generous offer of the Washington school teachers to help to instruct the colored voters of Maryland. Politics first; right must take chances. Register-Lyons and Recorder Cheatham are level-headed officials, and they are conducting themselves and their high responsibilities in a manner that wins the everlasting respect of fair-minded people. The Indian lands opened to settlement by the President's proclamation offer a fine field for Negro agriculturists. Young man, follow the injunction of Horace Greeley—'Go west and grow up with the country." Within the last month the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute at Tuskegee, Ala., has received $40,000 towards its endowment fund from two donors one living in Boston and the other in New York, who do not permit their names to be made known. The kind of leaders we need in the political, industrial, educational, social and commercial activities are men of optimistic tendencies-not those who have been failures at everything to which they have turned their hands, and who have been embittered by the disappointments of life The Negro business man is too slow. It takes him too long to give a customer what he wants. Everybody is in a hurry, and time spent in waiting for a tradesman to locate his stock and study about the weather is valuable Cleanliness, expert service and speed are the things most needed in the colored man's place of business. 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 f Dabney's Pomade per bottle, city prices on Shampoo, $.50. Dabney's Dand Orders promptly attended to. R by Mrs. J. W. Dabney, 1132 3rd S NOTE:—Mr. Dabney is one of the most suc a well established business. He attends upon the men. officers of the army and diplomats of the co same ingredients. The prices are as follows 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 Incorporated under the Laws of the Uni- The leading Benefit Society in the Death B Membership almost doubled in 19 years. Reliable Agents, male or fe- States, to whom good compensation w James H. Dabney, FUNERAL DIRECTOR Washington, D. C. Rated under the Laws of the United States passed by Act of Congress Benefit Society in the South, paying Sick, Away, Death Benefits.ship almost doubled in 1900. Over 3,000 claims to liable Agents, male or female, wanted in all the whom good compensation will be given. Write for 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 five years. Reliable Agents, male or female, wanted in all the Southern States, to whom good compensation will be given. Write for particulars. 1132 3rd Street, Northwest, Car ages for hire. Phone 1727 Branch office Alexandria, Va. Washington, Dist. Col A Business Opportunity. An active, energetic colored himself and who is willing to assure permanent position and can earn from ability. The work is pleasant and money. A cash bond is required or call on or address Wide Awake Business Washington, D. C. STORE CLOSES 5 P. M. 25 per cent an active, energetic colored man who desires to go into a job who is willing to assume a little responsibility in position and can earn from $10 to $30 a week at the work is pleasant and consists in collecting a cash bond is required or the best of reference. Address Wide Awake Business Man, care The Company, 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. ```markdown ``` The announcement that we of Carriages and Go-carts and every dollar has made us very offer is made unusually attract come to credit as ever. Even this stock of Carriages and Gplete with handsome lace-coverators, and all summer furnitu Grogan The announcement that we would sacrifice our en- tarriages and Go-carts at a clear saving of 24 dollar has made us very busy in this department us made unusually attractive—for those who bu- t to credit as ever. Every popular pattern is em- stock of Carriag's and Go-carts, and each vehi- cle with handsome lace-covered parasol. Mattings, and all summer furniture at rare bargain price. rogan's MAMM CREDIT The announcement that we would sacrifice our entire stock of Carriages and Go-carts at a clear saving of 25 cents on every dollar has made us very busy in this department. This offer is made unusually attractive—for those who buy are well come to credit as ever. Every popular pattern is embodied in this stock of Carriages and Go-carts, and each vehicle is complete with handsome lace-covered parasol. Mattings, Refrigerators, and all summer furniture at rare bargain prices. Grogan's MAMMOTH CREDIT HOUSE, 817-819-821-823 Seventh Street N W, Between H and I Streets. --- --- DABNEY'S POMADE and States passed by Act of Congress. South, paying Sick, Accd. and benefits. 0. Over 3,000 claims paid in free male, wanted in all the Southern will be given. Write for particulars. C man who desires to go into business for be a little responsibility, can secure $10 to $30 a week according to his consists in collecting and handling the best of reference. For particular less Man, care The Colored America —SATURDAYS 1 P.M. DISCOUNT ON GO-CARTS AND BABY CARRIAGES. would sacrifice our entire stock a clear saving of 25 cents on busy in this department. This uve—for those who buy are wel- popular pattern is embodied in carts, and each vehicle is com- ed parasol. Mattings, Refriger- e at rare bargain prices. MAMMOTH CREDIT HOUSE, --- 18 THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON, D. & N : : / BE NOT DECEIVED* ! $70 THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA King of all Hair “Tonics, : é *“ OZONO.” : N = i a ee (ie Ss SN NG a “es \ we 7 = Dyk rm (Nee (Sz , \ ey), eet AX CH \ Cree SS Wy Ye \ LEIS ~ See WAS a ¥ | iy Yr > SS Wie eC \ BZA QAM, po SN < WS mot UY & \W\G aK | fi ew V+ UgZF Sy Was WW \ Ey) \ \ yy : | \ { K NZ se LEA a NSy ey \WY | Yi } w Lo, Ze fe SG rE : \ eo é J cunistommen Ene" (7 | | \ BEFORE. (AFTER. — BEFORE. Sis AFTER be used onthe 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 @ smelis and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, ete. ff The actnal 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 thed publie in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, wef have placed upon our coupon our Trade-Mark, one head showing aor Hair and the other head Long Hair. The U.S. Government has granted us @ this trade-mark, and it is registered in the Petent Office at Washington; “of if the conpon has this trade-mark on it, you will make no mistake. 24 only the coupon having the two heads on it. As to our responsibility, +4 refer you to the Edicor of this paper or to the Metropolitan Bank of R= - 4 mond, Va. We have-thousands of testimonials we have not spacetoy - f lish. Here is a sample of one: / Boston Chemical Company : f Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I he». % used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have ben§ fooled so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. f MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, 7 | Here is another: Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. 4 Gentiemen,—After using OZONO a short while only, I am glad to say f that my hair is already straight and growing finely. 4 | MISS BESSIE POWERS, é | 383 Missouri street, Toledo, 0. f | A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and eause 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 f *OZONO.” Send us $1.00 at once, and the goods will be sent the seme day we receive your order. BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., — / 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. / Recognizing the fact that there are many SO CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, ami knowing to a certainty that many of these are frands pure and simple, we wish to mzke a straight-forward. honest statement to the colored race through this great paper. the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, throush a fortunate circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. [Ut was pot offered for sale or purchase to any extent until 1875, whea it was put vpon 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, tres 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 sonnd a warning—be careful what you useon your hair. Do not be deceived by Haring advertisements and big words. Buy the King of all ¢N 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 abso- ~ lutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if -ou are dissatisfied with our preparations, QN if they were not true to all w. claim for them? We have advertised for several years under this guarantee, and we are glad to say that every one v° who has used Ozono has been satisfied in every respect. es 20,000 people are to-day using our preparations, and every purchaser recommends Ozono as the King «f all Hair Tonics Ozono will positively %. take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curlv, Refractory, Trouble- WN some Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will eure AN your head of all itching, worrying sealp diseases. Itch, Eezema, Dandruff, and Scurf can not live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair QN from falling out. Tt will restore gray hair to its nataral color, making the hair long and soft. nA Now, right here, let us make a statement. Many firms are advertising NN remedies to straighten bair, but when they send the preparation they tell you to use hot irons. Friends, do not use het irons ; they will burn up the aM life of the hair, and cayse it to drop out. Ozono straizl tehs without any AON outside assistance. Nothing but Ozono is necéssary, and the hair stays straight forever. You can stop the use at any time. The good effects on “i the hair are seer in a day or two after the first application. Ws The price of Ozono is 50c. a botctle—4 boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send mm to us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you PG four large boxes of Ozono and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rongb skin soft and pliant, and cnres all ga skin diseases. Also yee all facial imperfections, and actually removes PWS small-pox pits. We will also include one fancy jar of oar Electrical Skin AN Food—Nature’s great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, Nese all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look “U8 younger. 9 We will also include one package of our celebrate Scalp Soap, which is @ ab ~lutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but s pure soap should ever BS MR a rae ee ee el l : FS ° ‘2%, Boston Chemical Co., | aS es 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. ey Tee se, / \esr a IT enclose you $1.00, for which please send at once / the following goods: 4 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, 4 worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Package f| (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. 4 Total, $4.00. f DRRING 2 2c oe oo dieessales fo oa oe ciciesny) ENE, INO ecle ca sen ens e-2--- County ecsesae eeeeas cone eeectes) RUMRNas caesar esecs 4 If vou want 4 lots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has 4 no ccupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to coupon 4 when you send your order. i EEE av SOY ek Tee eee ee a OR _ — WE WANT AN AGENT IN EVERY TOWN AND CITY TO SELL . ick Watch acnttners oe The Colored America e re CTICK E oug aSs d SUBSCRIBERS FOR It gives all the news. It belongs to no clique or faction, but represents the whele people. It tells what the Negro is doing. It is not a party organ, but stands for the rights of the Negro. : = Z It reflects the highest thoughts and best achievements, It is not a patent back, put its columns teem with spicy, original ma Subscription Price $2.00 per Year, $1.10 for Six Months, 60cts tor Three Months, Terms Invariably in Advance. For Further Information Addrew, THE GOLOKED AMERICAN, Washington, D, 0, 14 OZOoONO. A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations. Tailoring, Dress-making, Millinery, Voice Culture and Piano Forte. Literary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Solicited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. Unusual advantages for Girls and a separate building. Fall terms begins Sept. 9th, 1901. Address JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Allegheny, Pa. Principal. Historische Galerie HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washington, D.C. TEN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address— Rev. J. E. RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., President, GEQ H. SAFORD, Secretary. HOWARD UNIVERSITY Medical Department Including Including Medical, Dental & Pharmaceutical 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. SHADD, M. D. Secretary, 901 R St., N. W., Wash., D. C. Zeph. P. Moore, NOTARY PUBLIC Fire, Life and Accident Insurance. 1206 R Street, Northwest, (J. H, Winslow's Office.) Washington, D. C. REPRESENTING THE Delaware Fire Insurance Co. of Philadelphia, Norwich Union Fire Insur ance Co., of England, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Philadelphia, Massachusetts Mutual Accident Association. Phone. Main 2481-2 ATTENTION. We Offer to 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 make FREE of CHARGE, A LIFE SIZE PORTRAIT, copted and enlarged from any photo, tintype, gem dagnereotype, etc., to anyone sending it to us. Our work is unexcelled, our likenesses are striking, our finishes the most artistic. Small pictures al- ways returned on demand. If you wish to possess a valuable life-like portrait in Oilette, Pastel, Water Color, India Ink or Crayon, of yourselves, children, father, mother, dear absents or departed. FREE OF CHARGE, send in your photo to THE CONTINENTAL ART CO. 156-157E. Washington St., Chicago, Ill. Mention The Colored American. THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON, D. Town Topics. Here 's to the Pen and Pencil Club Long may she wave. Miss Artie Brooks is spending a part of her vacation down in old Virginia. You don't mean it—to Indian Head, for 25cts? Yes! we do mean it—25 cts Miss Lutie Porter of Columbus, O, takes front rank as an expert Census Office clerk. Dr. Albert Stevens and his interesting family were guests at Bay Ridge one day last week. Dr. D. W. Only is now located at 421 3rd street southwest, and is doing an excellent dental business. Lieut. Jacob Smith of the 48 h U. S. V., has returned from the Philippine Islands and is taking a rest in this city. Mrs. Arnold Green and son goes to the country next week for what cool zephyrs may be found lying around loose. Misses Nan T. and Annie Jackson of M street southwest, have gone to Buffalo, Niagara Falls and Canada on a vacation trip. Mrs. Lucy S. Freeman, wife of Mr. Fred Freeman, and son, left last week to join her husband in Narragansett Pier, Rhode Island. Mrs. M A. Colbert left July 25th, to spend a three months vacation in Elmira, N. Y., the Pan American Exposition at Buffalo and in Canada. Dr. John S Outlaw of this Pension Bureau, has gone to Callforia, for a much needed rest from his arduous labors as a government clerk. It is reported that the Lincoln Memorial and Park Themple churches, contemplate combining. Happy idea! It would be well if there was more of this. There are entirely too many congregations and too few churches, Major Taylor, the bicycle phenomenon, and the world's champion rode at the Coliseum Wednesday night of last week. He came out victorious four times out of five and would have won the handicap, but for the large number of riders who seemed bent more on defeating him than in winning the race themselves. Mr. Taylor won a host of friends in this city. The Red Stocking, the crack base ball team of Norfolk, Va., played three games in this city last week with the Capitol City club. The Red Stockings proved themselves to be superior in every way to the Capitol City Club and took away the entire three games. The base ball clubs at Indian Head, Philadelphia, Atlantic City and other points who are looking for a tough proposition in the way of a base ball club, should communicate with the Red Stockings at Norfolk. At Clitton Forge. Rev. W. W. Holly of Richmond, Va., and a well known Baptist divine, was in the city last week arranging for a big religious meeting of the colored people of Virginia to be held at Clifton Forg Bath county this month. The meeting will be nonsectarian and the leading men of the state have been invited and have agreed to take part in this meeting, Prof. Booker T. Washington has been invited to speak and, when the date has been secured, an excursion will be run from Washington to Clifton Forge. Dr. Holly's visit here was to make arrangements with the railroads and to revive interest in the movement. Further information can had by addressing Mr.O. J. Douglass, secretary, Clifton Forge Bath county Va. SUMMER RESORTS. ADAMS HOUSE. 582-584 Broadway, Opposite New Depot. ALBANY, N. Y. EUROPEAN PLAN. T. H. DIGGS, Prop. Special attention paid to Private Dinners, Lun- 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 50 by 50, swings, excellent water and everything necessary to make it a desirable pleasure resort. For further information call or address M. A. D Madre, Madre's Park, 7th and Albany Sts., Eckington, D. C. Harpers Ferry, W. Va. THE SUNSET COTTAGE—This magnificent cottage is located in the historical city of Harpers Ferry, W. Va. on the Potomac. The house is nicely arranged and a number of first class families can be accommodated. It overlooks Harpers Ferry Gap, Maryland Heights and Louden Heights. No more pleasant place can be obtained to spend a few weeks for rest and recreation. For terms and particulars address, Mrs.C. L J. Moore, Moore, Box 165 Harpers Ferry, W. Va. West End House COLONIAL BEACH, VIRGINIA. Will be opened on the 12th of June for the accommodation of persons wishing summer board. Terms reasonable. Come and spend a few days of real pleasure bathing, fishing and crabbing. For particulars address, MRS. LIZZIE S. JOHNSON, Colonial Beach, Va., Or 1737 Oregon Avenue, n.w. THE DOUGLAS Exposition cars pass doors. H. F. HAMILTON, Mgr 299 and 301 Ellicott street, (near Mohawk.) Elegant Rooms, Single or en Suite with Bath, by the day or week. Prices moderate. BUFFALO, N. Y Correspondence solicited. BUFFALO, N. Y. Visitors who attend the Pan-American Exposition will find a first-class place to stop at reasonable rates and most comfortable lodging at 33 Williams street, Rev, J. C. Ayler, proprietor. Correspondence solicited. THE KEYSTONE PARK The Keystone Park, Suitland, Md., will be open and ready for 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 accommodated. 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 will be met at the bridge with conveyances. For those who desire to spend the heated term arrangements will be made for trips morning and evening. For further information apply at 443 1st st., s. w. 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 teachers 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. WHITEHEAD, Proprietress, P. O. box 838. THE KEEN'S COTTAGE. 1713 ARCTIC AVE. Atlantic City, N. J., is only 2 blocks from either depot, and is up to date in every appointment. Cuisine can not be excelled. S. A. KEEN, Proprietor. Atlantic City, New Jersey. 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 new families. For further information write Mr. JNO. T. JOHNSON, Crownsville, Anne Arundel Co., Md.; or enquire of Mrs. Webb, 1036 3rd Street, northwest. Hotel Alexandria CAPE MAY POINT, N. J. This beautiful Gottage is now open for the accommodation of the general public. Everything strictly first class. For terms, etc., address, MRS. ALICE CHEW, Cape May Point, N. J. CLAIRVOYANT Life from cradle to grave, Gives names in full of those you have or will marry; causes happy marriage to those you desire; unites those separated (never fails) If you are in doubt as to the outcome of any undertaking in business, social or domestic life; sickness, divorces, separations, law-suits, lost or absent friends interest you; if you desire to have your domestic troubles removed, your lost love returned, consult or write me. You will be advised the best way to succeed. Patrons attended to in all parts of the world. Letters of inquiry answered on receipt of two 2cent stamps. MRS. C. CARY 1406 WEST YORK STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA.. Ladies. 25c. Gents, 50 c. PROF. CLAY, Oldest established Clairvoyant, tells your business, love affairs, family troubles, about lawsuits, divorces, or anything you wish to know: brings separated together, causes speedy marriages, removes family troubles, bad luck spells, or mysterious feelings, 10 to 10 daily. 489 H st. sw. Palmist and Card Reader. Past, Present, Future. Removes spells; gives luck; 10 and 25 cents Bring this ad. Basement 604 F street northwest. MME. DAVIS M. H. Born Clairyovant & Card Reader Tells about business, Removes Spells and Evil Influences, Reunites the Separated and Gives Luck to all. Cures Piles and Drunkenness. 1228 25th st. n. w. Washington D. C. No letters answered unless accompanied by stamp. CONSTAN'S FRENCH FEMALE PILLS, PRICE $1.00. SAFE AND SURE. GESSFORD, Sole Agent. S. W. Cor. 9th and You Sts., N. W. Washing'on, D. C. A RACE MAGAZINE. Do you realize that there is published in Boston, Mass., a high grade illustrated magazine, devoted exclusively to the interests of the Negro race, and which is edited, published and controlled by members of the race? If you would like to see a sample copy of this magazine same will be sent you on receipt of 8 cents in stamps, or one year for $1.50. Address, THE COLORED AMERICAN MAGA ZINE, Dept. A, 5 Park Square, Boston, Mass. The Vero Dentist are extracting teeth without pain, making beautiful gold teeth and fillings and putting the Vero double suction in all their plates. Even with these advantage they can save you money. Call now. 12th and Pennsylvania ave., Over Davis' Hat Store. Hours 8 a. m. to 8 p. m. Sunday 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. tf. ANGELS MADAM CATHARINE A Fact. 15 DEMOCRAT DISFRANCHISEM DODGE The Democracy is leaderless—it is scattered. It hopes to gain by strategy what it cannot gain by an honest policy—square dealing and a fair count. Verily strategy is the sensible weapon of the weaver factor in a fight. 16 LOCAL LORE. Miss Beacie Miller and mother are at Atlantic City. Mrs. Dr. E. D. Wiliston and children are spending a few days in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia. Miss Florence M Williams of the Recorders Office goes to Pennsylvania next week for a summers outing. Prof. A H, Montgomery's celebrated Band and Orchestra go with the Amphion's Saturday August 3rd 6 o'clock. The Amphions go to Indian Head first, then comes back to Notley Hall, to let you enjoy the Orchestra,—25 cts. Rev. B. J. Bolding D. D., left for Atlantic City and Asbury park last Wednesday, to spend the next 10 days. Hon. Judson W. Lyons has been invited to deliver an emancipation address by the citizens of West Virginia. Born-To Mr. and Mrs. John H Paynter, 322 A street, n. e., Sunday, June 28.h, ason. Mother and boy are doing well. Mrs. R T, Douglas and children and Mrs. W L D Wilkinson and children, are escaping at Berkeley Springs, W Virginia. Mrs. W. T. Menard and children have returned from Jacksonville, Fla. and are domiciled at 333 Spruce street northwest. Second Baptist church holds its first services in the new auditorium tomorrow. Rev W. Bishop Johnson will fill the pulpit. Mr Emmett C Jones, of the Government Printing Office, is spending his vacation in an attempt to find a cool place somewhere to rest. Mr Charles W. Williams of the Government Printing Office, accompanied by his wife, will spend a few weeks at Berkley Springs, Farquier Co. Va. Mrs. James Reams, who has been visiting Washington en route to the Buffalo Exposition, enjoyed the evening with the Pen and Pencil Club at Lake View Park and is loud in her praise of the hospitality of that worthy organization. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Mrs Bishop C. C. Patey, secretary of the Women's Home and F reign Missionary Society, passed through the city last Mondav enroute to Atlantic City. She is one of the most active women in the work of the church, and her articles in The Star of Zion attract much attention on account of their hard sense as well as their literary finish. BLACK SKIN REMOVER. REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER A Wonderful Face Bleach, AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER. 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 or two will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin remains beautiful without continual use. Wi. 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. OUR8 IS BEST BECAUSE IT'S OURS. The UNITED AID and BEA the strongest organization in the state, being capitalized in the surpent stock which is sold to me PERCENT ANNUALLY. In years of age with sick benefits death benefits from $15 to $5 THE 16 YEAR LIMITE the safest and cheapest issued holders pay no more dues after a CASH VALUE of their THE SICK AND I so operated on the most mutu is not accorded any rival com EDO 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 shi ANNUALLY. Persons are protected with sick benefits ranging from $1.20 from $15 to $500. 6 YEAR LIMIT EDOWMENT is cheapest issued by any organization more dues after 16 years membership VALUE of their policies. SICK AND DEATH DEPARTMENT is 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. THE 16 YEAR LIMIT EDOWMENT POLICY 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. THE SICK AND DEATH DEPARTMENT 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 h is capitalized and chartere of $50,000 00 and all memb and chartered under the laws of and all members can be stockhold in 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 [untitled sheet] edited on the most that no unclean or objectionable columns. Advertising rates are hard, and made known on appli final of the organization, a copy of which least once a month, that they may make work. It is published weekly and is. It is brimful of interesting news written on the most high-toned character or objectionable items or advertiser advertising rates are as cheap as any file 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. --- 79 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 Notlev 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, 2.30, 5 and 630 P.M. L. J. Woollen, Gen'l Manqr. Office:N St whart, Clyde Line, Phone 605-2. Residence 154 E Capitol St, Phone 88-1 NEFICIAL LEAGUE, (incorporated in world owned and operated by company of $100,000.00. It is backed by members at $2 per share which EAAP Persons are protected from one to six ranging from $1.25 to $10 per year. IT EDOWMENT POLICY by any organization of its charitable 66 years membership and are at his policies. DEATH DEPARTMENT All basis and members enjoy advance any. under the laws of Pennsylvania in ers can be stockholders and parties MICAN HERALD ization, a copy of which is sent te month, that they may keep posted published weekly and mailed to sub of interesting news matter [not a high-toned character, and pains are items or advertisements are inser e as cheap as any first class journal ation. For Detailed Information address J. CLINTON, Jr, President, Box 3823, Station D., Phil., Pa 2, IN THE WESTERN RESERVE. seen ae eee . The Bishops Convene in Chicago and are Given a Taste of the Windy City Hos- pitality—Great Preparations for the National Negro Businees League— Notes. Chicago, I]., Special—The Literary and Historical Congress of the Fourth Eviscooel District of the African Methodist Eviscopal Church convened at Quinn Chapl, Wabash ave. and Twenty-fourth street, July 16.b, 1901 The Congress w»s larzely attended by fo Bee RNB 777 VED eo EY // Siac N i, Bows Py SSS y; ih AON WS LAS 4 Pi A | PMY. TUNA AY BISHOP ABRA GRANT. preachers from the Ilimmois, Iowa, Io diana, Tenn“s:ee. Wisconsin, Mich’- gap and Minnesota Conferences Bizh<p Grant presided, Bishop Benj mia F. Lee and Birhop Evans fyrce wer- present. Biebop Grant is a ucbls man and eloquent spesker, We quote the following fro » his addreas to the Con gress: “The very fact thet there is an- tagonism to our people shows we sre progressing. We may not aiways fulfi'l the expsctsiions of a'l our friends, but we are Moving ahead slowly but surely. We should aim to ascertalu the cause of prejudics against our people and overcome it. There ise power on earth a | GEL EO eS yh Lea ori" i " we “Wf Me hae Z) - REV. EVANS TYREE, D. D. that can keep us back Whatever the discouragement of the hour may be, if we are true to God, irge to ourselves, and right all the fime, 1 know that victory is ahead of us.’ The socisl feature of the Congress was a reception tendered the visiting clergy on the evening of the 16th inst. The addresses Were good and 2 most enjoyable even- ing was spent. Wednesday July 17th Was & busy s‘s’ion. The addresses this day were delivered by Revs R F. Hurley and N. J. McCracken. Rev. Hurley contends that ‘Love alone is not seflicient reason for marriage, the contracting persons ehould be physi- esliy, moraily and mentally sound, and whenthey were not the state shoud prohibit the baras. When that is dene there would be fewer crimisals, less in- sanity and more genuine happiness.” Rev. MeCracken, presiding «Ider of the Cairo District of the Illinois Con- ference, holds that ‘fin order to in- orease the Negro’s self-esteem he raust THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. G ba educated. One of the great mistakes | o’ the present day colored man, is bis being .satisfied with too Iittle. This most be remedied before he can ad- vance. When the Congress adj urned Juty 18th, the visitivg ministers started out in small parties to visit Chicago’s ‘slums,’ the result of this invostigs- tion of the socivlogical conditions will be embodied in a reprrt snd presented tothe next anoval cession of the Iowa Conference The ben fit and banquet tendered Kev. RB. C, Rar som of the Lastitutional church on the 16h instant was a bril- ligot success, We «] wich the Reverend 9 pleasant voyage and safe return Prof. Booker T. Washingten was in the city last week aud in conference with the Executive Committee of the Negro Business Men's League of Cook County. P-of. Washiogicn -eemed well pleased with the arrangements which the Cook County League are meking for the holding of the national ression ia our city next month _ The intense heat has caused a com- plete lull and perfect quiet in cur eoc- ial world, which is disturbed only by the slightest sound cf tie belle’s fan and wave of the besu’s baudkerchief as he sileatly mops his biow. | The Lilinots club women ara hsppy over the election of Mrs. L zzie Davis of 5012 Armour ave. Chicago, a8 National Organizer for the National Association of Colored Women. We predict a fu- ture for the association under the leadership of Mrs. Silone J. Yates, o' Kansas City. W RB Prominent Texans Here Mrs, Mary C. Monee, of Austin Tex., and Ler son Master Henry Ferguson, have been guestsof Mr and Mrs. Thom- as J. Calloway, 1732 V strect city, for two weeks. Quite a number of Wash- ington people have cal-d Mra. Moore is a graduate of Tuskegee Insiiute, and her husband is one of the Isrgest build- ing contractors in ‘he L na Star state, and is a wealthy man Prior to her re- cent marriaze she was a teacher in one of the state lastitutions of Texas, Mrs. Moore and Mrs, Calloway are now vis- iting Baffalo to view the Pan-Ameri- can Exposition aud Niagara Falis, Tne Cape May News. Cape May,N J, Sp2cial—Rev. Dr. Fishburn of the A M. KE Caurch was in Baltimore last week. Ths Macs- donia'Literary met last evening with Miss Rose Edmonds in the chair. Tie program was very interesting. Solos by E. Baker and little Manda Lee; recita tion by Mrs. Dunlap, “O ler Joe;’’ paper, Mr. Morse. Five new members were received. Mr. Wm Dover, the head waiter at Congress Hall 1s a very fine gentlemen. He is loved by all the waiters. The Congress Hall waiters will give un entertainment Friday evening, July 26th at Dale’s Audi- torium Hall. Rev. Dr. Kemp of ths Macedonia church celebrated his 4th aniversary Jast week at which time $132.00 was realized Arrivals at Hopes Cottage, Mr. end Mrs. Albert Lucas, ‘Mr. and Mrs George J. Hall of Phil. adelphia, Pa., Griffia Cottage, Mra. Emma Teylor, of Poiladelphia, Pa., Fasceutt Cottage, Mrs. Henry Couueil of Poiladelpota at Chews, Cape May Point, Mr. and Mrs. Caarles Fisher of Boston, Mas The Monumental Orchestra, Prof Charles Hamilton leader, will furnish the music for the Excelsior Club excur- ion to Notley Hall Friday, August 9th, for a pleasant outing, Dr, John J. Barch—Dentist. Providerc, R.I., Special -Unassum- ing yet energetic and industrious are ;he characteristics which predominate inthe make up of tne subject of this sketch. He was also a member of the old Excelsion Band aud is at present affi- liated with Groce’s Orchestra of this city. In November 1898, Dr. Burch was united in marrage to Miss Lula Brown, only daughter of letter carrier Joseph Brown Aside from his business standing Dr. Burch hasbeen publicly active in must- cal matters, He was at one time con- nected with the Boston Brass band un- der the leadership ot G-orge 8 Sharr- er, and was with that orgsn‘z*tion a few yesrs ago on one of the president- ial inaugural oecssrions. He was advised however by bis em- ployer to reman and was futbermore jeunoureged to reek the profession as 8 | means ef livelihood Accordingly he a a ee ee ee —— SF E a Sie tan eran ce i .,rrtC—~—“‘i~OCSCO .rC—~S SESE gdh Ripe ss aM s A 7 . << CC ee ee — oe es rr ee ee DR JOHN J. BURCH. began his apprenticeship which he eerved faithfully for four years. The business of Dr. Bridge was steadily in- creasing and a partnership was formed with a brother, and became known a8 Bridge and Brothers, Dr Burch who is now the sole prac- titioner in the profession of dentistry, located in Providence, was born in this city where he attended the public schools Leaving the Thayer St. Gram- mar School he eng»ged as office boy with Dr. WW. Bridge who was at that time one of the leading dentists of the city. After continuing in this of- fice for some littls time, he felt inclized to seek other employmnet. Dr, Burch continued with the new firm six years, thus completing an ae- ‘sociation of ten years) He then en- gaged with Dr M. Y, Simmons, with whom he remained three years, after which he became ass-ciated with the late Dr. William Barker. Fiye years lago he opened parlors in the commo- dius Hoppin Homestead Building, where he has successfully continued ever since. His apartments are neat, well appointed and equipped . with every improvement requisite for prac- tice. W.w. NOTICE, Ageuts, when sending returns, will please write name aod address plainly on wrapper so that credit can be cor- rectly given. HOTEL CLYDE 7 475 MISSOURI AVE, N.W, First-Class Accomodations For Ladies and Gentlemen. Hot and Cold Baths. MRS, ALICE E. HALL, Proprietress, HOSEL DOUGLASS, 220 B ST, & 235 PALAVE.N.W EUROPEAN PLAN. First-class in every particular. MRS. DOLLY A. C. JONES, Proprietress. Washington, - D. 0. 11. @, FLETCHER, s+. | | SouiciroR oF | Fire and Life Insurance. | Loans NeGorraten. Hovsts axp Lots For Sate. Rents Collected. Office, Room 5 609 F. St., N. W., Washington, = b. Cc. R-I-P-A-N-S uw ee o = The modern stand- iS ard Family Medi- w|i cine: Cures tne ow > |] common every-day 5 || ills of humanity. | . TREO 3° ee | w. H.F ISHER DYER AND CLEANER, 709 9th St. n. w Washington 1307 14th At. n w Telephone 152, Gray & Costley, WINES, LIQUORS AND CIGARS, Laaies and Gentlemen's s/ining Room up- stairs. The best of service cur ranteed, 1313 E Street N. W. Wasninaton, D. 0. Ch X d ALITY 4 | QUALITY HOUSE, 909 7thst NW. Established 36 years ago. The largest wholesale stock in town of the most exquisite, faultless wines and distiliates (in all 240 inds,) at Chris Xander’s moderate prices no others cao compete in quaht¥ and purity 7ith any ot his goods. His liquors are absolutely tree from fuse! poison. ‘No branch houses,! phone 1425, GS HH li ia SS Kay HW SE |, | Ne a? A.\\\ "1 Neg Red. SNe (i \y Ng == ee) \ I Apart) | a» aN SS SAT lp hy ean i il) rhe rn ene | ' NY \ ee OAT it wh Ww oO: Eisnop J.W.0® 4 THE SEVENTIETA MILE SIONE, A Reception and Collation in Honor of Rt. Rev, Bishop J. W. Hood. The 70:h Anniversary of Bishop J W. Hood 0 D LL D., Sentor Bishep A.M. E Zion church, was held at John Wesley H. M.E. Zon church last Wednesday evening. The church was tastefully decorated with Palms and caoice flowers. The choir of the Rockville Z:on church, rendered sweet music. Over 250 came from Rockville, Md , headed by Rev. A.C. Washing ton and Prof C. H. Eimunds. Bishop Hcod preached an able anni- versary s‘rmon. Rev. W. H. Brooks D. O., of 19th street Baptist church, Prof. Wiiliam Washington of Pi‘sborg, Pa, and Bishop George W Clinton A M.b.D_ the presiding bishop of The Philadelphia and Baltimore coaference wellcomed the senior Bishop to his Dis- trict and said that he honored the cnourch and race by his presence, It was a great night the church was pack- ed and hundreds turned away, After a liberal collection the chairman of the committee, Mr3. Martha L 1cas escotred the guest to the banquet table in the lecture room and a)l enj yed the boun- tiful supply of good things. Rev. I L Thomas D, D., madean eloquent speect telling of the bishop as a churchman There were present at the table two bishops and 19 pastors and a numbe: of prominent laymen. Prof. John W. Cromwell and others. Bishops Hoo and Clinton, left for AtJantic City. N J, where the Bishop Counicl com Mences this week Rev. B. J. Boldin; D D.,-he pastor who is also a Genera officer of the copnection 12ft for Atlan tic City to attend the counail Inthe Interest of Education, Rav. A. J, Cooper of Charlettesville, Va., 1a in the city for a few days, He's the traveling representative of the United States Association which 1s e- tablishing schocl: at Savannah, Ga,, snd at Greensboro, N. C., and 5130 the Negro Industrial school at Caariottes- ville, Va. The object of these schools are to educate and lift up the colored people of the South and to better and ameliorate their condition in every way. These school; are non-sectsrian and are open to students from any state, Rev. Cooper is meeting with suc- cess in his travels and feels hopeful fo: the outlook of the institutions which be represents. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D, G LESSONS OF THE CENSUS. (Continued from Ist page ) would take for the colored people to outnumber the white, and also care- fully figured out an estimate of the white and colored population in the year 2000. Both being fabulous figures, with the colored in the lead! I was fresh from college and had just read and debated “Matthus on Population,” wherein he showed that population continually tended to out- run subsistence and was continually checked by natural means. So there = no danger of the world being crowded with people, in the near future. When the learned Doctor had finished, I saw my chance, mounted a chair in the back of the room and sailed into him with much more free dom than I would display now. Prof. Kelly Miller, then a student at Howard, also made his debut on this occasion and handled the Doctor's labored figures and estimates in a manner which gave evidence of bis future power as a debater. The learn- ed Doctor did not take the criticisms of these striplings very kindly, but the census of 1890 showed them to be en- tirely correct. The percentage of in- crease of the white and Negro popula- tion had both declined, the Negro rate. instead of being greater. had fallen to nearly one-half that of the whites. But it seems that all calculations are confounded. In 1900 he has taken an. other spurt and shows a rate of in crease greater than the whites again and we may expect the country to be again aroused and shaken from cente1 to circumference. The Negro population has made ¢ slight gain over the whites in Ala bama, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecti cutfi Florida, Ilinois, Indiana, Iows and Kansas. He has a slight falling off in proportion in Arizona, California Delaware, the District of Columbia and in Indian Territory; while in th great State of Georgia. containing the Jargest Negro population of any State 1,035,000, the two races have increaset neck and neck with a trifle in favo of the whites. These articles will be continued fron | time to time as tnterestine noints ar | brought out by the early bulletins. ’ ANDREW F. HILYER._ NEGRO VAUD: VILLE. (Continued from +‘ page.) and every one of them transportation. This is something that no manager usually does. “TI am now very busy preparing to put on the road one of the greatest Negro “shows” of the age, which will be managed exclusively by me. and at the same time my vaudeville house will be running here. I also wish to state that I keep this house open the year around and employ nothing but the cream of colored talent.” Sa eee FROM THE VIRGINIA MOUNTIANS Flats and Sharps From Rockb-idg2 Alu m Springs Rockbridge Alum Springs, Va , Spec- ial—This town ia situated bigh apin the mountains of Virginia where, (though in the middle of the day the sun shines hot,) the evenings and mornings remind one of pleasant au- tumn weather The scenery all about the place, while wild, presents a rich, and wonderful appearance. The coun- try all around abounds in rich miveral and the miners! waters, which are Free stone, Chalybeate and many grades of A'um, have a national reputation. The foll »wing is the dining room force of the Rockbridge Alum Springs hotel: Mr. J. B. Broadie of Richmond, Va., head waiter; Mr, John M. Lipscommp of Danvills, Va., second waiter; Mr. A ¥, Angell, Charlottesville, and Mr. C. H. Thompson, Richmond, captains cf the watches; Messr3. W. C Truebeart, William Shannon, Frank Nelson, Wil liam Hill, L W Teels, Andr:w Hun- ter, Peter Harper, Frank L. Anderson, Robert Randolph, William Scott, Joz- eph Brown, Charles Osborne, Henry Epps, J. H. Smith, Henry ©. Yarbor- .} ougb, Leroy Gilmore, Albert Crawford, || James Curtis, John Harris, A. Bassett, ‘| James Allen of Richmond, Va; Wal- '|ter Maury, Frank Parker, Samuel .| Wright, of Washington, D. C ; Isaac Minor, William Randall, G: shes, Va: || John Thomas, Charlotteavill2, Va., D. T, Goode, William Davis, Norma” _| Bragg, Boydton, Va ; Wheary Thomas - | Lawrenceville Industria! School, Wal- >| ter Johnson, Hampten Norms! School : Charles Walker, Lexington, Va. jj The culinary department is Jookec 1jafter by all colored he!p as followe 1|Mesers, Frank Walker, chef; Jame | Clay, second cook; John Lacy, thir t cook; John Smith, assistant; Mrs. Gold s | en, first vogetable cook; Ida Maneficld S| second vegetable cook; James Turner 1) William Robinson, belpers; Mr. Wil liam Newby, Richmond, head carver ;| Ashort railway line connects the C ejand O. at Goshen which is nine mile - | from this point. Mr. Patrick H. Payn : of Lexington, Va, is the affable porte . }onthis line. We feel that The Colore o| American will be hailed with deligh up in the mountains. We hope to mak ©) further mention of “The Alum’ ap . the peuple hers, while we sojourn. 2 Movuntary Bor. Step-son Accused of Thett. Detectives Helan and Boyd arrested George Bagweli, colored, twenty-four years old, yesterday afternoon on & charge of stealing $92 from his step- father, Nelson E. Weatherless Weather- less reported bis loss to the police Sun- day, stating that the money had been taken from his trousers pocket. It is not probable that Bsgwell will be ar- raigned in court, as the pclce are of the opinion his step-‘ath r will not Prosecute. Mr. Weatherless was, for a nuaiber of years, connected with the city post office where he won many Promotions. He is now a member of the faculty of the M street high school and owns a large and well cultivated farm in Virginia. It is said that this is the second offeuse of his step-3on, who on snotber occasion etcle $400, Don’: forget the Amphion Giee club avd Mantgomery’s uniformed Band aud Orchestra, Avgust 3rd. ——_.- See ‘‘Rencher”’ 2211 7th street north- west, if you plan to have high class wall-papering or interior painting done HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS © “OMe MOE Senee™ Philadelphia House, M. F, Carro.t, Prop. Restaurant and Saloon, 348 Pennsylvania Avenue, N W, Washington, D.C. Meals to Order. Everything First Class. Billiard and Pool] Parlors Attached. ‘ [Se a a | Kingsbridge, New York. . | pen ) | Go to KINGSBRIDGE for the summer— | situated on Harlem river and near the Hud son. High land, boating, fishing, | crabbing, croqueting, trolley rides, ete., etc. Twenty to forty-five minutes from city. | For particulars address DR. D. P. REID, | 495 6th ave. New York S SOUTHERN HOTEL, Good board, stean heat and electric bells, Home c nfort, moderate prices. 311 Pa. Ave., nw. Washing- ton, D. G. Fine wines liquors, cigars and tobacco. Jack M Ryan, 1 -opricior, THE M’KINLEY HOUSE, 489 Missouri Ave., Near 6th St, First-class accommodations forall. An uptodate Hotel for colored people. Rooms neatly furnished, linens clean, and prices within reach of all. Meals and Lunches served at all hours. THE PORTER HOUSE CAFE 103 6th St., N. W. Wines, Liquors and Cigars —A fall line of the choicest liquors, the beet brands of cigars and the coolest beer in Washington. BROWN & SMITH, ‘Proprietors. SMITH CAFE LADIES AND GENTLEMEN'S DINING ROOM. BOARD BY THE DAY OR WEEE. A. M. SMITH, 479 Missouri Ave. Proprietress. s——__ ~~. & THE NATIONAL COLORED | Teachers Bureau. | 459 CM, X. W | Washington, - 2. C. | | ea. TEACHERS WANTED et Frifz Reafer’s HOTEL : AND: RESTAURANT 451, 453, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 202, 208 & 210 43%. 8. Ww Washingioa, D.C, Amusements. The Second Annual Excursion -OF THE- Excelsior Club TITANIC will be given Friday, August 9th. It will go to Notley Hall on the Steamer RIVER QUEEN and every preparation has been made to make the affair a success. The Monumental Orchestra will enliven the occasion with music, while Wm. R. Smith, president: Thos. S. Palmer, vice president; James A. Brown, financial secretary with a full and active committee, will see to the pleasure and comfort of those who attend. This club gave the banner excursion last season and will more than sustain its reputation this year. The boat will make three trips, 9 30 a. m., 2 30 a. m., and 5 30 p. m. Something Brand New. The celebrated Amphion Glee Club has a unique entertainment in store for its many friends and the public in general. A Saturday evening's outing on the Potomac is the program. The feature will be a full military brass band, choruses, quartets, trios, duets and solos by the Amphions and many points of interest down the river will be touched. A landing will be made at Notle Hall where a specially arranged musical program will be rendered. Remember the date, Sat evening, at 5 30 p. m. Aug. 3rd, returning in time to connect with the cars. Round trip 25 cents. Tickets on sale at wharf the evening of the excursion, Mr. J. Henry Lewis, Director, Mr. B. H. Baker, Business Manager. Colored Base Ball Clubs-Attention. The manager of a first class base ball club at Indian Head, Charles Co., Md. desires to correspond with the managers of the colored base ball clubs of Washington: The Indian Head team is first class in every way. It has excellent grounds and club leaving Washington in the morning can reach home the same day. For further information address: Mr. Samuel Freeman, Indian Head, Charles Co., Maryland. tf. 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. Tupils can enter at any time. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. FUN AT THE SEA SHORE. Old Sol's Rays Drive Thousands to the Sea Side Resort for Delightful Breezes Spirited Times at the Literaries Colored People Hold Own in Business Circles Musical Notes and Personal News. Narragansett Pier. R. I, Special The preceding week furnished all that could be asked. The weather was delightful, surf bathing unexcelled, the arrivals many and varied amusements nightly. This week the crack polo clubs of the country will contend for the Narragansett Cups. While these games are on there will be almost a total disregard for all other affairs which may happen between the hours of 4 and 6. The Lyceum met last Wednesday night and had a very interesting program. That these meetings are enjoyed is evidenced by the goodly number present and the active part taken in the work. Mr. G. Joy presented a paper entitled, "The Higher Education of the Negro." Preparation and care was shown in its composition. Though the paper was general there were many views expressed by the speakers of the evening for and against. Muchly applauded talks were made by Messrs F. Baxter, John White, Lewis Murray and Phillip Dixon. The Browning Quartette composed of Messrs R. Jeffries, J. W Jones, S. B. Lee, and John McCrone rendered three selections each one of which surpassed the other. Mr. Clarence Wright, the president, deserves much credit for his indefatigable labors to make the meetings entertaining, and much praise for the excellent manner in which he handles the many intricate parliamentary points. A thing most worthy of mention is that the largest hand laundry here is owned and managed by Mr and Mrs C. Anderson, formerly of Washington, D. C. They employ a dozen hands throughout the entire season, and could have work for more were their accommodations larger. Friday of last week Comber's Dance Hall was filled with those eager to see their cities representative win the largest cake that has been presented here Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington were represented. The judges did not take long to decide that Prof. Frank Thompson and lady of Washington, D. C., were winners of the first prize. The decision seemed to be favored by popular approval, as it was some few minutes before the cake could be awarded. As usual Mr. Frank Bolden, the most successful manager on the Pier, had entire charge. Mr. Weyman Frye, Boston's fashion plate, is again with us and can be seen taking his daily stroll on the board walk between the hours of 3 and 4 NOTES. Mr. Mack Ollie of New York has been suffering with a bad tooth but is now on the mend. There is one other young man who is feared by the admirers and that is Mr. Herbert Williams. Mr. John T. Spriggs will soon leave to visit Buffalo, New York, Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Misses Jennie Smith and Ida Coles of Washington came over from Jamestown Sunday and paid us a flying visit. Mr. William Brooks expects to spend the heated term but before returning home will visit Providence, New York and Philadelphia. Mr. Wm. H. Simms is still holding his own among the ladies. There has yet to come one who can wrench from him his popularity. Mr. J. C. Harrison of Boston is so well pleased with the Pier and a lady at the Pier that he expects to spend his entire season here. Mrs. Sherwood's occupying both of her cottages this season. She has with her her two daughters and son-in-law, Mr. Miller of N. Y. The Selika quartette composed of Messrs. Winston Payne, William Orme, Clarence Wormley and Louis Ambler is booked for two weeks ahead. They sing such pieces as the following: "Don't You Cry My Honey," "The Watermill." "Rosebud Fair," "Simple Simon," "Bye Low Land," etc. They have engagements at such select places as The Oaks. Atwood, Metatoxet and Massasoit. They are expected to sing at the Episcopal church Sunday night. This will be first time a colored quartette has every sung in societies leading church. At the Anderson Hotel are Mrs. R Boston, A. Boardley, R. Harris, Misses M. Toogood and Mamie Jones of Baltimore and Miss Minnie Ward of Providence. Mr. Frank Cox will stop in New York for a few days on his homeward trip. Mrs. Fred Freeman with her little boy Regnald have arrived and are comfortably located at the Williams Cottage. Mr. John Bruce one of Washington's most popular young men is here for only a few days more. He left here on the first of August and after a short stay in New York will return to Washington. Messrs Jesse Radcliffe and Lewis Tyler, to enliven the season, are forming a regular troupe of minstrels. With two such energetic men in charge we anticipate a company which will rival the professionals. Miss Helen McDonald has the entire No. 3 suite at the Jackson Hotel. The popularity of this hotel can be accounted for, if only once you see its genial proprietor. He is fairly stocked with interesting tales. In Marble Hall are quartered the following well known persons Thomas Johnson, James Donoho. David Martin, Thomas Chicks, Charles Hermans, Caleb Lawson, Justice Brown, Robert Watkine, George Thornton and William Tyler. Among other well known persons at the Williams Cottage are Mrs. Joseph Williams of Charleston, Mr. and Mrs Maddox of Philadelphia, Messrs. S. Dorsey and Varick of D C. Mrs. M Purnell of Providence and Mrs. Sumner Fayerweather and children. Mr. Furman Wormley, the president of the Washington Club, find it rather hard to secure a quorum when there is business on land. All this is caused by some arrivals from Boston. In fact one or two members of the club spend almost all of their time in the lobby and reading room Mr. O. Maston has engaged rooms at the Reckin Cottage for himself and wife. Mrs Maston is now visiting her husband's relatives at Glymont Md. and is expected here in a few days after spending the month of August here it is their intention to spend a week at Buffalo. Miss Beulah Robinson from the Manassas Industrial School is here for a stay of two weeks X. B. X. CITY PkRAPAAGHS Lieutenant James H. Thomas of the 48th U. S, Vol, who has just returned from the Philippine Island, is expected in the city this week to make his report as quarter-master. Mr. R. W. Thompkins, the skilled musician has returned as choirmaster at the Second Baptist church, greatly to the delight of the members of that congregation. Dr H. L. Bailey and J. R. Wilder of this city, spent a week recently at Buffalo and Niagara Falls, New York Dr. Bailey left this week for Boston Massachusetts. Mr. John R. McLane who is so widely known through out the city, is now spending his summer vacation on the borders of Canada, and will return some time in September. The engagement of Miss Martha Alexina Cooper of this city and Mr Richard S. Hudgins of Baltimore has been announced Mr. Hudgins was formerly of Alexandria, Va The Amphious, Indian Head-Notley Hall Excursion Saturday evening, August 3rd, will doubtless prove the event of the season. Your friends and congenial acquaints, will be on hand. Ladies desiring high class dress making should address Dressmaker," 1523 Madison Avenue northwest. This being the dull season, prices for the very finest work even, are cut almost in half. One of the most popular saloons in South Washington is the one conducted by Mr. Barnard Conroy at 233 Virginia ave. s. w. Mr. Conroy has conducted this place for a number of years and has won his way into the friendship and popularity of the people of that 5 section. His place of business is strictly first class and he carries a full line of the latest and most up to-date liquid refreshments. Give him a call when you are passing that way. Miss Mable Ingram a gradua'e of the High school of this city, but who now lives in New York city, will be married early in September to Rev. Robert F. Fisher pastor of the A. M. E. Zion church, Lincoln University Pa. The best bargains in foot gear of all kinds can be had at Keen's shoe store, 907 G street northwest, Mr. Keene keeps always on hand a large variety of stock and is giving special attention to summer wear. His prices are remarkably low. Give him a call. Prof. Robert H. Terrell delivered a masterly oration last week at the Leesburg, Va., celebration. Ten thousand people were on the scarious grounds. Consolidation may yet be effected be tween University Park Temple and Lincoln Memorial churcees, with Rev. Sterling N. Brown as pastor. It would be happy consummation. Despite threatening weather the outing given last Friday evening at Madre's Park by the teachers of Logan vacation school drew a representative attendance. The proceeds went to give the children a trip to Mt Vernon. Misses I. J. Russell, Marie A. Madre and Maria C. Jordan cid excellent work in this connection. Monigomery's Celebrated Orchestra & Band Director and Leader This popular orchestra is prepared to furnish first-class and up-to-date music for all social entertainments, balls, etc., etc. For rates, etc., apply, or drop a postal or letter to the leader Mail promptly attended to Address 92518, n.w., or phone 2559 Legal Announcement. IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, Holding a Special Term for Orphans' Court Business, In re Estate of ) No. 10,28 Otway Nichols Administration Docket 28 Deceased. Application having been made to the Supreme Court of the District of Columbia, holding a special term for Orphans's Court business, for probate of the last will and testament and for letters of administration, with the will annexed on said estate, by Susie A Taylor the executrix named in said will, it is ordered this Twenty-ninth day of July 1901, that notice is hereby given to Edward Nichols and to all others concerned, to appear in said court on Monday, the 2nd day of September, A D. 1901, at 10 o'clock, a m to show cause why such application should not be granted. This notice shall be published in the Washington Law Reporter and The Colored American once in each of three successive weeks before the return day therein mentioned—the first publication to be not less than thirty days before return day. BY THE 'CURT': A. C. Bradley, Justice. ATTEST: John R. Rogers, Acting Register of ^ills-Irving Williamson and James F. Bnuday, Attorneys for ^applicant. Help Wanted. Do you want work? Do you want a job? If so, advertise in these columns. Wanted an active, intelligent young man to collect for a reliable business firm. Good place for the right man. Address C, care this office. 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. 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). Agents Wanted. 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. 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. Enclose a 2c stamp for reply, and we send particulars telling how you can make from $75 to $150 per month, and also be presented with a fine Gold Watch. Address SCOTT REMEDY CO., Box 570, Louisville, Ky. Two furnished rooms for rent, large, cool, alry; nice location, convenient to cars and herdics and very reasonable in price. Call a 1505 P st. n. w. 6 SSS SEE THE SUMMER GIRL AGAIN. Gleanings From the Social Life at Hart- ford—A Good Word for Livingstone College—New Notes. lighted withthe trip. Many remain- ed a: home cn account ofthe rumor that the boat wes not sea worthy and un- ssfe. : Mra Phillip Williams who went to Norfolk, Conn., for the summer was in the city over Sunday, Miss, Nettie Faust of South Glastonbury was in the city Sunday and remained throughout the day. At this writing the Rev. W. A. Pag- gansof Rush A. M. E. Zion church, Cambridge, Mass, is dangerous il’. Bolden’s famous drum crops will give a moonlight excursion on the steam yacht “Summer Girl” August Sth. Among the architects and builders sent to this city to pat up a green house fer Mr. George S Orsborn is Mr. John {T. Milton of New York City. Mr. Mil- ton is stopping with Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Fisher of 43 Liberty street. Mrs. Mary Lewis who has resided at 489 Main street for the last ten ortwelve years has broken up housekeeping. Mrs. Lewis will be greatly missed by the theatrical and show people. They made her home their headquarters when visiting th’s city. a Rev. Gay of Union Baptist church and Rev. Wheeler of Talcott St Con- gregational church exchai ged pulpits Sunday morning and tendered an agree able surprise to both congregations. These changes do a great deal towards keeping the churches united through- out the city. Rev. Mr. Howell of the Methodist church filled Dr. Cooper’s pulpit Sun- day evening. He preached an excel- lent sermon. Rev. W. 8. Bell, D. D., Presiding Elder of the New England Conference left Saturday for the West Indies, his native hcme where ke will remain during the morth of August. Mrs. Fannie P. Jones is away tor the summer in Bristol, R I. Miss Violet pastor of Avery A. M, E. Zion chapel, Pittsburg, Pa, is spending her vaca- tion in Hartford, the guest of Mre Fannie Davis, 329 Asylum street. Miss Jones, neice of Rev. E. D. W. Jones, Jones is attending Livingstone College at Salisbury, N.C, Shespeake in the highest terms of the schoo} and ita in atructors. Brother Baynes of the Union Baptist eburch died Friday morning July 19:b after an illness of about nine days with pneumonia. Our deceased brother has been a member of the Baptist churebh for a number of years always proving faithfol to the cause and even when death was about to take him from his beloved family he still beid commuo- fon with God. He leaves to mourn his loss a wife and seven children. Rev. Gray conducted funers! services from the Union Baptist church Sunday af- ternoon. He was a member of Celestial Lodge of Odd Fellows who eszorted his body to the Old North Ceme ery headed by Bolden’s drum corps where it laid to rest until the general ressur- rection. May God keep and protect the leved ones left behind. A School for Colored Youth, The board of directors, of the Mary- iand Agricultura and Industrial schon! for colored youth, met at Laurel, Md., Monday morning, Augnst 5th, with 8 party of friends and educators, for the purpose of inspecting the ground THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. G where ths institute is to be located and where work onit is already begun. Large delegations from Washington, Philadelphia, and Baltimore were pre- sent and were treated royally by presi- dent Ernest Lyon and Mr. H. S. Cum- mings, secretary. The August Magazine Number of The Outlook, in addition to six or eight unusually strong articles dealing witb educational topics, contains another illustrated installment of Jacob A Riis’s ‘The Making of an American;”’ the continuation of ‘‘The Man from Glengarry” by Ralph Conner, author of “Black Rock” and “The Sky Pilot;” a ricbly illustrated account of a visit to Sienkiewicz, the Polish novelist, by Louis E Van Norman; full-page po:- traits of the late John Fiske, Governor Taft of the Philippines, and others. (33a year. The Outlook Comyany, 287 Fourth Avenue, New York. REDUCED RATES TO MEETING OF THE National Afro American Council, Phul- adelphia, Pa. August 7th aud 10th, 1901 and for the National Nsgro Business League, Chicago, August 2uth ana 24th, A reduction of fare and one-third, on the certificate plan, has been secured for those attendieg the meeting of the National Atro- Americau Council, Phil- adelphia, Pa., Augu-t 7th and 10th. The following directions are submitted for your guidance: 1. Tickets at fall fare tor the going journey may be secured within three days (exclusive of Sundays) prior to and during the first two days of the meeting. The advertised dates of the meeting are from August 7 to to 10, consequently you can obtain your ticket not earlier than August 3d, nor later than August 7th. Be sure that, when purchasing your going ticket, you request a certificate, Do not make the mistake of asking for a receipt. 2 Present yourself at the railroad station for ticket and certificate at least 30 minutes before departure of train. 3, Certificates ate kept at all stations. If you inquire at your station you will fiod out whether certificates and through tickets can be obtained to place of meeting If not, sgent will in- form you at what station they can be obtained. You ean purchase a local ticket thence, and there iake up a cer tificate and through ticket. 4 On your arrival at the meeting, present your certifizate to Cyrus Field Adams, Secretary Nations! Afro-Ameri ean Council. x 5. It has been arranged that the spec- ial agent of the Trank Line Association will be in attendance to validate cer- tifisates on August Sth. You are ad- vised of this, because if you arrive at the meeting and leave for home again prior to the special agent’s arrival, you eacnot have the benefit of the reduction on the bome journey. Sim larly, if you atrive at the meeting Hater than August Sth, after the special agent has left, you cappot have your certificate validated for the reduction returning. 6 So as to prevent disappointment it must be understood that the re- duction onreturm journey is not guaran teed, but is contingent on an attend ance of not less than 100 persons hola ing cert'ficates obtained from ticket agents at starting points, showing pay _| ment of full first-class fare of not les: than 75 cents on going journey, pro ,| vided, however, that if the certificate: .| presented fall short of the requirec »jminimum and it shall appear thai || round trip tickets are held in lieu o: certificates they shall be reckoned in attiving at the minimum. 7, If the necessary m nimum 1s 1D attendance, and your certificate is duly validated, you wili be eatiiled up to August l4.o, to a comtinucus passage ticket to your destination by the route over which you make the going journey, at one-third the l.mited fare. Except trom stations where it is pos- sible to reach place of meeting by noon of August Sch, tickets may be sold for morni: g ‘r.ins of that date. Cyrus Fiktp Apams, Secretary, FINANCIAL, ot TG LAN Ob SOB 6 estate; pay off 5 ard 6 per cent mortgages and begin anew, all transactions conducted with economical consideration for burrowers. WM. H. SAUNDERS & CO,, 1407 F st. nw, REMEMBER When in need of money, “WE NEGOTIATE LOANS” on bousehold Furniture, Pianos, &c. Easy monthly payments. No publicity. No ex- pense unless loan is made. EVANS & CO., 707 @ st. nw. Room 3 first floor. { HARRY G LENZ HUGO LOSSAU. | LENZ & LOSSAU, | Successors to 1 CHAREFs FISCHER, ' sree = c fn 5 , ae & aa > ees Ne SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, i Trusses, Crutches, Cutlery. Ariificial Eyes, Elestic Hosiery, Rubber Goods of Every Description. 623 SEVENTH St NorRTWEstT, Opposite Pateat Office WASHINGTON, : D. C. Competent Lady Attendant. Cf H. 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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 ay, it off and advance you more money if desired. Rates cheeitully given, and no cost to ou unless the losn 1s made. Loans mace = where in the District. Call and get rates. Fropt room. first floor, Scien. ‘ifle American Brilding, National Mortgage Lean Co, 625 F St., N. W. Agents Wanted “Qo per day selling the great poetical work of our col ored poet. We are giving agents the best ¢ 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 add - tion to the $3 per day which you can make. = Write at once so you may be first in the field. Send so 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 Trost Company Corner 15th St. & New York Ave: Capital; One Million Dollars, Pays interest on deposits. Rents Sates insides Burglar-proot Vaults. Acts as administrator executor, trustee, ac, DO YOU NEED Financial Assistance? 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 conve- nience. We make loans on Furniture, Pi- anos, &c., without removal or any pub licity in any way. All business is private. Washington jAocigage 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. Johnsou, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Directors: Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. 8. Lofton Whitefield McKinlay, L. O. Bailey, Robt, H. Terrell, W, 8, Montgom ery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre, HenryE. Baker, Robt. William: J. T. Bradford, Dr. W. A.Warfield, 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 ex: change and banking business done. Bank open from 9 a.m. io 4.30 p.m. THE SUN FLOWER STATE. A Trumpt up Charge-Colored Citizens at the Mercy of a Mob-A Lesson for Lynchers-New paper Comment. Kansas City, Kans. Special—The daily papers of Kansas City, Mo., were out in large black letters July 12 h instelling of a great crime that had been committed on the night of July 10 h they charged that a young man and young woman having spent the evening at Troost Park were returning home at about 11 o'clock. At 19 h and Woodland, it is claimed, in a thickly populated neighborhood, on a street car line, two Negroes repeatedly beat the white man, Vernon Newton, with clubs until he fell unconscious, while a third Negro dragged the young woman, Grace Davis, several hundred yards to a vacant lot where he outraged her. This all, it was said, took place in sight of several persons in that neighborhood. The arrest of two black boys were mentioned in the same issues of the papers. This was, if true, a piece of criminality before unheard of. The charge created ed the greatest sensation. The Negroes hung their heads and wondered. Some said from first that it could not be true; that on the face of it was shown an impossibility. But the greater number thinking the story too great for fabrication could only hope "something may occur to clear the race of the charge." The whites, on the other hand looked mean and threateningly. There were murmurs and signs of trouble that reached into Kansas. The peace officers saw signs of gathering trouble and begun to make preparations to meet it. By 10 o'clock the crowd near the jail was large, though it made no attempt to storm the jail. Many Negroes were out also; the greater number of whom were armed, some openly. The would-be mob soon found excuse to attack the Negroes, who made a brave defense but were out numbered and forced to retire. Several on both sides were Injured. The mob(?) then began an organized pursuit for Negroes going even into hotels for them; they demolished The Douglass Club and and drove Negroes from night wagons destroying and scattering the food. The officers did all they could to keep the peace and check the dfsturbance, but could do little with so large a crowd. When daylight came the morning of the 13th Kansas City breathed easier. The officers were glad that their prisoners were not taken and the city that a crime was not laid at her door. An early hearing was given the accused men; at this time the man and woman had changed their testimony so much as to cause doubt to exist. They said the assault did not occur at 19 h and Woodland but in the pasture where the young man and woman were sitting upon the ground with hats off. They said their reason for telling a false as to the location, was that they hoped to save scandal. They were contradicted by other white witnesses. The young woman said two of the Negroes was not nearer to her than twelve feet and she could tell that they Negroes; the officers who visited the pasture, a short time after the assault was said to have been committed, that it was impossible to identify a person as to color, so dark was it. Another white man testified that early in the evening he saw three white men following persons whom he believes to be this same couple, that the men were angry, one was on a bicycle who said that he would head them THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. off and "beat the stuffing out of him." There is said to be evidence that will prove that the men who beat the young men were the father, brother and cousin of the girl and that the girl was not assaulted. At the close of the hearing the two Negroes were turned loose. The preliminary was largely attended by Negroes who were very demonstrative when the testimony tended to show the innocence of the Negroes. The Negroes were defended by W. H. Payne and two white lawyers; the former made a strong fight. The Kansas City, Mo, Star had the following editorial, at the close of the trial and before the Negroes had been turned loose: A LESSON AGAINST MOB VIOLENCE The reasonable doubt that has been raised as to whether Negroes participated at all in the assault up n young Newton and Miss Davis ought to cause satisfaction among the people of this city that no violence was done to the colored men arrested in connection with that affair. There are people in Kansas City who have harrowing memories of the hunging of an innocent man by a mob here some years ago. Such our oreaks are horrible enough when no mistakes are made in the victims, but they are frightful blots upon the good name of a community when innocent lives are sacrificed The Nerroes now in custody upon a charge of having a saulted Mr Newton and Miss Davis may be guilty, but reasonable misgivings have arisen as to whether the offenders were black men. Until these doubts are removed there can be no concusive evidence against the suspects in custody. It is well for the public to remember that the first accounts of any tragedy or mishap may be misleading. Innocent people may easily be involved by circumstantial evidence, mistaken identity or wilful misrepresentation The danger about mobs is that they act upon impulse and upon a much lower plane of reasoning than would govern the average individual of the same mob if acting independently. It is better to let a dozen guilty persons go free than to make on innocent individual suffer. The law's delay is sometimes irksome, but it is less deplorable than a mob's mistakes. "The City by the Seaside." This is the title of a most catchy and popular song and chorus written by Mr. R. P. Lefridge of this city. It is based on the news item which went the rounds of the press a week ago anent the colored bathers and the objection of white people to them. It has been set to music and already the quartets in and around Washington are making welkin ring with its melody. It be on sale at an early date Orders will be supplied by Mr. R. P. Lefridge, 1423 Pierce Place. Keep Yourself in Your Place. Editor The Colored American—There is one or two things that it would be well for you to state through your paper to the masses of the Negro race and something that will do a great deal towards lightening the Negro's burdens in this country. First they must learn that it is education and money that makes a man in this country and not fine clothes and insolence And above all things the Negro must learn that no man has a right to above himself socially where his society is not wanted READER Chicago, Ill., July 27 1901. Owing to an oversight the Locals of the Amphions did not appear las Saturday But they go to Indian Head and land at Notley Hall in time to enjoy Montgomery's Orchestra and the special program prepared by the Amphions. TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF THE WORLD: Be not deceived by loud advertisements that promise much and accomplish little. Do not send your money away until you know what you are going to get for it. We do not ask you to send us your money until we have proved to your own satisfaction that ```markdown ``` LUSTORONE Straightens Kinky, Nappy, curly Hair. No hot irons are to be used at all. LUSTORONE straightens without any outside assistance. LUSTORONE is put in two forms. 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EDY CO., Louisville, Ky. is the greatest Negro newspaper; is beautifully illustrated and can be found at all the news stands. Send for sample copies. American, Washington, D. C. 7 [Illustration of a man with long hair.] AFTER. 8 ————————— The Golored American Published by THE CoLORED AMERICAN Pub- lisbing Company. oO A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER Published every Saturday at 4590 St. N, W Washington, D.C. SUBSORIPTION RATES. One - - $2.00 Six pace - - 1.10 Three months = ° 80 INVARIABLY IN ADVANCE. Subscriptions may pe sent by postoffice money order, express or by rr letter. All communications for publication should be ae with the ae we the writer— no! necessarily jor pubiication, but a8 a guar- ante 6 of good faith. We solicit news, Contributions, opinion® and in fact, all matters affecting the race, ‘We will not py for matter, however, unless it is ordered by us, All matter intended for eer canton reach this office Me Wednes- ofeach week to insure ion in the current issue ‘e& Agents are wanted everywaoere, Send or instructions. ADVERTISING RATES. | Reading notices 50 cents per line, Display fare psosunts made on large contacts, Seiitered at the Post-office ‘Rs ‘second-class ‘All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to’ - THE COLORED AMERICAN, EDWARD E. COOPER, ManaGeR 459 C Street Nerthwest. WASHINGTON, D. 0. Bold by all all News Dealers. —[—[—[—_—XKXKXK<—K—— i ———_ == SATURDAY, AUGUST 3, 1901. TME GOSPEL OF PEACE, We want to preach the gospel of peace and good will. We can make no headway by indulging in impotent denunciation of the South and its works, Wecan make no progress by whining about our lack of oppertuni-— ties in the industrial North. Weean only win by patient and intelligently directed efforts. We must climb up the ladder the same way the white man elimbed it centuries ago, and submit as patiently as he did to rebuffs that eould not be helped at the time. Strategy isthe sensible weapon of the weaker factor in a fight, and it is by strategic diplomacy that we are to win eut in the present crisis. The Negro must earn the respect of the govorn- ing elements wherever he lives er hopes to have his being. He must dc eheerfully that which his hands find to do, and do it better than any on¢ else ean do it. Evolution is slow, but it iy sure, and nature seldom undoes her work. We need the help of re publicans and we need the help o democrata—we cannot afford to alienat by intemperate speech or injudiciou action a single force that can be uti lized for our advancement. Tet us be calm, and avoid “goin; off half cocked” at any timeabout evil which only time and labor cen remedy Conservatism is not necessarily cowal dice. Discretion is still the better par of valor. REFORM THE MORTGAGE SYSTEM. One of the firet steps to ameliorate the condition of the Negro in the Gouth is to put an end to the abomi- nable mortgage system in vogue, which keeps the colored farmer always poor and in debt—practically in slavery as to 2 white land-owner. The Afro American Council or the Negro Busi ness League or some of the strong secret organizations could buy up great tracts of good land, and sell it off to colored farmers in such plots as they ean pay for in a few years. What we gant is fewer “hot air” orations, anda HE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. a more general program of buying land on the eo.operative plan, building our own halls, business buildings, theaters, and buying our own boats for pleasure purposes. If we can build and hold fine churches, we can build and hold property for secular and investment: purposes. Let’s up and at this mort— gage proposition. The Business League and Council can afford to settle presi— dency in a few minutes, and give the liona share of their time to the con— sideration of the vital needs of the racs. Even the indorsement of the ad- ministration need not consume a great deal of time, Honest journals rebuke mendaci- ty wherever it is to be found, and are no respector of persons. — FOR JUSTICE OF THE PEACE. The fight for Justice of the Peace goes merrily on. There are candi: dates galore, but it is our humble judgment that those who are seeking appointment with the greatest zeal will not be the Jucky ones. It is growing fashionable now, especially in judic ial positions, for the office to seek the man, and the appointing power desires to be free to scan the field until he finds the fittest person for the honor to be bestowed. The dignity of the jus: ticeship and the emoluments are of such proportions as to invite the con‘ sideration of some of the best lawyers in the District, and it is not likely that apy one whom the President might se: lect will decline to serve, The Negroes represent one third of the Distriet population, and they bring a great deal of business in one way and another tothe Justice’s court. The race sheuld have at least two out of the ten appointments, The man chosen must not not be a politician. He must not be a man with an unsavory repu’ tation or a criminal record, He must not be known as a bully or blather skite. On the contrary, the choice for Jus tice of the Peace should be of the high est possible type of a gentleman and a scholar that this cultured community can produce. He must be learned in the law, and possess the judicial tem perament. He must be sober, calm in demeanor, ‘air in his judgment of mex and things, affable and courteous tc all who have business in his court, and he must be the possessor of unswerv ing moral courage. He must no’ brow-beat nor submit to being brow beaten. He must be firm, without be ing severe, and merciful, without giv ing lease to license) He must knov human nature, and be broad enoug! | to temper his estimates by considerin, jallthe mitigating circumstances tha _| may enter inte a case, These are heavy exactions, but th .| Negro race has men who can measur ,| up to all the requirements enumeratec We can bring them forward at th "| right time, and if the President wishe , |to compliment the race by giving us th gentleman or gentlemen who will moi taithfully represent us in characte intelligence and judicial instinct, } 4 will appoint the man of men we hay Tittle-headed trustees can make the most progressive church appear ridiculous at unexpected moments. ee INDIANA TO THE FRONT. Indiana is coming forward again. At the recent session of the Indiana Department of the Grand Army of the Republic, Mr, Charles W. Brown, of Indianapolis, was elected Junior Viee Department Commander, This is quite e distinguished and much songht gl sition, and it is worthy of note that Mr. Brown is the first colored man to be thus honored. Mr. Brown is the com- mander of the Martin R. Delaney Post of Indianapolis, an organization which under his capable direetion has be- ceme widely known for its enthusi* asm, loyalty and efficiency. Mr. Brown is a force in the political life of the Hoosier state, and is very favorably mentioned as the nominee of the legis lature next year. Philadelphia may prove the Phil- ippi of the National Afro-Ameri- can Council REGISTER LYONS’ SOUND ADVICE: In the course of an interesting ad* dress to the students of the Normal and Agricultural College, of which Prof. W. H. Councill is principal, Register Judson W. Lyons gave the following sound and practical advice, which is worth more to the young reo: ple than all the incendiary resolutions and ill tempered speeches that dema- gogues may make in the twentieth cen* tury. Mr, Lyons, whose worth as a citizen and as an official is being more generally recognized now than ever before, said; “The interests of the South demand that the Negro stay here. The millions of factory operatives in the North and in Europe demand that he stay, and his own best interest will be conserved by staying. But all must unite that he must be accorded fair play. Fair play in the eourts fair piay in business and an equal chance in the race of life, If he is charged with crime, try him before a jury, if not his peers, citizens of his state. He is never seen on the bench, hardly ever seen on the jury, and ecareely ever exerciges much in- fluence at the bar, so there is no danger of sympatby overdoing its part in his behalf. If the courts thus constituted eannot be trusted by those who cop- stitute them, then who can trust them? ‘‘Phree things, I am satisfied, will constitute a complete answer. They are industry, education and character. Industrious to get homesand property; education that we may understand the affairs of our country—our obligations to it and society, and character that we way stand before our fellow men with- out fear and trembling.” Cowards fights in mobs and in ambush. SE RETIRE OFFICER W. H. WESI. The Colored American always re- grets it when a eolored officer is brought to the attention of the authorities for any breach, wheather he be innocent er guilty. The prejudiced ones are anxious to point out such instances as evidence that we do not appreciate our responsibilities when placed in a posi- tien of trust, The case of Policeman William H. West, which was settled the other day, need never have come to the attention of the department, as it was too trivial for serious considera- tion. Mr. West was subjected to un- necessary humiliation and annoyance by a bumptious fellow-officer, who in trying to be efficient was simply offici- ous. We are glad the incident closed without further embarrassments. As a matter of fact, Mr. West is one of the oldest members of the force, and has been in: active service longer thar most people can remember. In all fairness, he should be retired and per mitted to take life easy for the remain der of hisdays. Mr, West will be re membered as the officer who had th nerve nearly thirty years ago, to arres President Grant on the streets of Wash ington for tast driving. We care very little how great a man used to be. It is what he is today that counts, A HERO AT REST. Hon. Samuel Lee—A Leader in the Dark Days of Feconstruction Passes Away— Notes of his Career, | Sumter, 8. C., Special—On the 26th jew the messenger on the pale horae summoned Mr. Samuel Lee of Wash- ington, D.C., from labor to rest, He was born in this town fifty-five years and four months ago to the very date, The first Sunday schools organized by the A.M E.and ME churche: of this city were organized by him, During the dark days of 1876 when it was almost death to advocate the po- litical equality of our people. He was among the few who dared, not only to advocate, but to expose the wrongs on the other side, The glitter of gold could not tempt him. As a leader during those days he was among the bravest and truest. The true history of Sumter County and in fact, the state of South Carolina can never be written until the deeds of bravery and kindness of Sam- uel Lee be placed upon her sacred pages. At the time when many of the bravest and best of the Negrces had to leave their native state he was forced to leave and adopt the capital of the nation as his home and it was here that he received his last message, The re- mains of this great man reached his native home, Sumter, 8. C, Sunday at 9 p. m, and at 10 o’clock Monday morning found a large congregation as- sembled in Mt. Pisgah A M. E. church to pay their last tribute of respect to one, who had done much fer them, The pastor, Rev. J. C. Wi'liams an- nounced the first hymn after the choir had most touchipgly sung “I would not live always, etc.” Prayer by Rev. J. G. Sampeon, D. D., Scripture lesson by Rev. J. C. Watkins of the Presby- terian church, The Rev. B. A J. Palmer of the M E Church introduced |} the next hymn. This was followed by a short discourse by the pastor, using a _| portion of Paul’s letter to Timothy: ‘I have fought a good fight, finished my course” etc. The whole congregation ,| was allowed to look into that face which from all appearances was only wrapped in the mantle of Fleep, To his last resting place was he | borne and there by her who was once {| his wife deposited. Not to be disturbed ‘| by the political changes of this country, t|neither by storms, earthquakes and 3] other disasters, but when the iaorning 3| of eternity dawns he shall gently arise rj} to meet the judge of all the earth. One -| by one those old landmarksare falling: 1| Mrs, Z..E. Walker and Miss Alice Let 1| his sisters, Mre, W. T. Andrews bi ® | daughter of this place and three sont 8| who are away and other dear ones art - | left to mourn his loss. The sympathy - | this community is extended to the be © | reaved family. iT eres An Estimable Gathering. Friday evening 26th inst., at the reai- dence of Mr. W. A, Bowles’ 3rd street southwest, tn honor of Mrs. N. B. Gachar of Philadelphia, Ps. Many pleasant games were indulged 1D after which Prof. J.T. Newman Wasbingto? favorite Soloist, rendered some of his choice selections. Among those pret ent was Mieses L, E, Scott, M. ls Bry ant, L. C. Jones, S. P, Robb, p. L. Valentine, I. Jackson, and Mr. L But ler, Messrs, W. H. Grant, pr A. J Gwathney, G. Wilson, Gq A. Turner, F. M. Woodeon, 8. W. Rutherford, and Prof. J. T, Newman, A LONG FELT WANT. Colored People Not up to Business Ideas—First-class Lodging Houses Needed in Saratoga—A Busy Season— The Baptist Mission Active—An In- teresting News Letter—Personai Men- tion. the vast number of Negroes who come te Saratoga year after year and being impressed with the thought that there is pot one first-class, up-to-date and modernly conducted hotel here for Ne- groes, it has struck your correspondent as being more than strange some of the many energetic business men of therace turn their eyes in this direction snd supply the long felt want. When one considers the fact there is a large and ever inereasing number of young men and women holding lucrative po- sitions and who would be glad to spend their vacations at lovely Saratoga, if it were known that there was a first-class —m every particular—hotel here; the thought becomes more emphatic to him that it is strange that so promising a field should be so continually over- looked by the business men of the race, Some years ago quite an exodus of peo ple from Washington came to Saratoga in search of that pleasure and magnifi- eence which they had heard of so fre- quently. They found the place all and more than they had anticipated ag to location, beauty and general sur- roundings, but they were sadly disap- pomted in the aecomodations offered them, The result was that these peo- ple left the place more or less disgusted and as a rule have come no more. Now these people were from the various de- partments and schoolrooms and com- manded good salaries, and were ina position to pay the price commensurate with an up-to-date hotel, but on ar:fiy- ing here tney either had to go to some boarding house in an obscure street or impose upon the hospitality of some friend or former acquaintance. That} such a state of affairs was unsatisfact- || ory is proven by the fact that the rest |' and ple: sure seeking Visitor to Saratoga | are few and far between. In such a}! desirable place as Saratoga such a state | ef affairs should not be. Let some |' geod business man come to Saratoga |! and open up the right sort of place and | ‘ we predict for him a veritable Klen- ! dike. ine F, D, L, Association still holds |t the lead in catering to the refined |) throng which packs its rooms weekly. |, At its last public meetings the fol lowing talent appeared and delighted | , thelr listeners by well rendered selec- | , tions; Mr. Oscar Jones, trombone 80!0; | g (Student of Hampton Institute). Mrs. t Teressa Fields, contralto solo; Madame t Fields has won great fame as a mem- I ber of the Drury Operatic Company of New York. Mr. J. D. Douglass, paper | 1 “Chatactor to Solve the Negro Prob u lem;” Mr, J, Garrison, classical Piano | ‘elcetions. We wish to call special at- l tention to Mr. Jones and Mr, Douglas. 7 These twe young men are fresh from a thelr respective schools, Hampton and t Haines Institute of Augusta, Ga. In their maiden efforts before a large North- a érn aadience they are commended and have the good wishes of all who see in| © the Negro a future, J.G. 3s. : SARATOGA JOTTINGS. a la s place of such fame as a resort = the picturesque Scenery and salubrious an climate would be of small moment if w ts summer residences did not contrib- i Sono =e ee ae = THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, BR &: cy tty street, No. 26. Madame Wm E. Perry, the genial proprietress, ha: manifested such exquisite taste in far nishing her elegant cottage that wit! her affability of mien and genial hos Pitality the Perry Cottage will be on ofthe most Charming and delightfu abodes of the season. Among the re cent arrivals at the Perry are Mrs, Re becca Rhodes and niece Miss Georgi: Rhodes, Mr, and Mra, Bryan of Atlan tic City. The season of Saratoga has been rath er slow although the openivg was very promising, maby were those who tried to make demands on the cash books of the leading hotels which opened June 15th, During the convention of Ca: Builders and Master Mechanics with which the season was opened, every one you met greeted you with asmile, the dullness which succeeded, countenances which formerly were bright and cheer- ful assumed a staid and somber aspect indicating, as it were, the loss of dear friends, but at this writing the time having come and the field sports arriv- ing on every train to begin the tramp- ling of the turf with the fleet thorough- breds from every section, the smiles have quickly returned, we hope to re- main until October, The Baptist Mission of 76 Congress street, Rev. J. L. Mott, pastor, has a successfal following, £0 lively an in- terest has been manifested in the work of the Mission that its disciples have pledged themselves to augment its use- fulness by purchasing a building suit- able asa chiirch. thus ample sccomo- dations will be afforded to members of the Baptist faith residing here with the very large number that are here tem- porarily. The efforts already shown hereto this summer by the Mission nave been very successful and encour- ging. Itis their desire to entertain he cosmopolitan public with a lecture »y the great pulpit orator the Rev. Dr, > T. Walker of New York on theeven- ng of August 1. Half of the proceeds f this lecture will go to the Mission. The sale of tickets bas been going on apidly bidding fair to a great success the executive committee has secured hat large and spacious building known sthe Town Hall which with its new quipments will accomodate a much| reater number than before. Rey. Dr, || Valker having such unbounded Tepu-|' ation especially upon the subject which | e will present will no doubt summon |! large patronage. f Mr. T. L. W. Boyer, the well known |. icycle instructor. is meeting with| auch success especially among the fair | ' ex. Therefore we recommend him as |! eing competent anda thorough gen- eman. He also holds a responsible osition on the staff at the U. 8, Hotel. Mr. J. H. Riley, headwaiter at the + 8. Hotel, has shown in every partic-| 1 lar competency, and each day of his |! dministration tends to show his popu-| ' rity to the patrons of the house, his | \ alue to the management, and the high | ¢ ppreciation in which he is held by 1086 whom he comes in contact with, | ¢ The marriage of Mr. Robect F. Bow- } an of Brooklyn, N. Y.. and Missa Fn ir S8{MR. STEWART NOT THE FIRST Ls ®| Colored Gradnate From the University = of Minnesota. Editor The Colored American: the statement is gomg the rounds of the Press that young Mr. McCant Stewart was the first colored man graduate from the University of Minnesota. This B an error. I thought nothing of it until you had made it a “feature” in The Colored American, For the sake of his- torical truth it ought to be currected. Your humble servant graduated from the College department Classical course University of. Minn , degree of A. B, Class of 1882, composed of thir- ty persons, I was accorded the distin- guished honor of delivering in Latin the Class Salutatory, generally consid- ered the second Honor in the class, It is proper for me to add that I made my way through the University, entirely unaided by any one, besides supporting in school a younger sister, | I believed at the time that I was de- monstrating the possibility of a young man Of our race not only mastering the course of study but also of working and paying his own way through col- lege. Nether of these propositions were generally accepted twenty years ago. It has been a matter of regret to me that allthese years have passed without another colored graduate from the ccl- lege department of that great institu. tion, now the second in enrollment in the United States. If you care to make this correction, I would thank you, but I do not wish to appear in it personally, and would not nave noticed it if you had not made it a “feature,’” Ofcourse you know it takes much ess time and effort to graduate from a rofessional school than from the col- ege department of a Uniyersity where he requirements for admission to ‘reshmen class are higher than most ligh schoo!3 reach, r Very respectfully, A. F, HILYER. The Pedagogs at Work. Miss EF, G. Merritt, supervising principal of the first three grades of our schools and Miss Lula Chase of Garnett schcol left Sunday July 28th for Abby- ville, 8. C. to assist in instructing the summer class at Williams and Fergu- son Academy. The course begins on August Ist and closes on September ist. Rev. E, W, Williams is the prin- cipal of theacademy and Mrs. Wil- liams is the vice principal, Departed This Life, _ Mrs. Selina A. Burke, wife of the late Daniel M. Burke, died Sundayffat her residence, 2221 14th street, north- west. Faneral rervices were held Wednesday at the 19:h Street Baptist church. Mrs, Louisa Gantt, wife of Daniel Gantt, died Monday at the residence of Mrs, A. Colbert, 1724 Vermont ave. northwest, aged twenty-three years, The obsequies were held Wednesday morning at St. Augustine’s church Editor Dancy in Town, Hon, John C. Dancy, Collector of Customs at Wilmington, North Caroli- na, passed through the city Tuesday of this week, enroute to the Women’s Home and Foreign Missionary Soriety which met in Atlantic City last Wed- nesday. He sleo attended the meeting of the Bishop’s council and the connec- tional council hel@ in the same city Thureday, Friday Saturday and Sun- day. Mr, Dancy is as busy as eyer and MEDICAL EXAMINER Of the U. S. Treasury Recommends Peruna. 4 7D) CES ate A NN A a RS je. Ld > \ TAN 7 TASS as FH GN WN \\. SGP sy Dr. hlewellyn Jordan. Dr. Llewellyn Jordan, Medical Exami- ner of U.S. Treasury Department, grad- Gate of Columbia Cellege, an@ whe served three years at West Petnt, has the following to say of Peruana: “Allow me te express my gratitude to you for the benefit derived from your wonderful remedy. One shori month has brought forth a vast change and I now consider myself a well man after months of suffering. Fellow sufferers, Peruna wil cure you.” Catarrh is a systemic disease ¢nrable only by systemic treatment. A remedy that cures catarrh must aim directly at the depressed nerve centers. This is whatPeranadoes. Pernmaimmediately invigorates the nerve-centers which give vitality te the mucous membranes, Then catarrh disappears. Then catarrh is permanently cured. Peruna cures catarrh wherever locat- ed. Peruna is not s gaipss nor an experi- ment—it is an absolute seientific cer- tainty. Peruna kas ne substitutes—ne rivals. Insist upom having Peruna. A free book written by Dr. Hartman, 02 the subject ef catarrh in its different phases and stages, will be sent free ta sny address by The Peruna Medicina Co., Columbus, Ohies- = seems to improve with age, He will at- tend the National Afro American Press Association Tuesday August 6th, in Philadelphia and will remaim to the meeting of the National Afro-American Council on the 7th, 8th, and 9th. In addition to his ardous church work,Mr, Dancy finds time to shake hands with his friends and to speak in the bighest terms of the matchless administration of President McKinley. —_—_.__ Social Lodge Outing. On Friday August 16 Soc al Lodge of G. U. O. of O, F. will give a femily picnic at Lake View Park. Special ar- Jangemebts have been made with the car facilities so that there will be ro difficulty in reaching the Park apd re- turning. Take the Metropolitan cars througn Georgetown, get off at District line. There you will find a committea who will conduct you to the besutifol Park. There will also be a flag presenta tion on this occasion to the Columbia Association by the lady friends of the Association. All friends of the Order and friends of the Association are invited to be present. Children under tep years of age accompanied by their parents will be admitted without charge The committee reserves the right to Te- iect objectionable persors. Adm‘ssion 25 centa, Mr. W. H. H Styles and fawily of Jacksonviie, Fla.. ae visiticg in this city. He isa brother-ir-law to Editor T. Thomas Fortone and ig a trusted employee of the Railway Mail Service and was a heavy loser by the holocaust at Jacksonville,