The Colored American

The COLORED American A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER ```markdown ``` ```markdown ``` [Name] EDITORIAL. MISCELLANY. SEA-SIDE NOTES. RUMORS OF A TOWN. --- THE NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE. --- ITS SECOND ANNUAL MEETING IN CHICAGO THIS MONTH. --- THE STEEL STRIKE. A BLESSING TO THE AFRO-AMERICAN. --- THE PAN-AMERICAN EXPOSITION PROGRESS OF THE NEGRO. # SHRINERS IN SESSION. Many Prominent Afro-Americans at the Pan-American-Buffalo Brevities. Buffalo, N. Y., Special -The annual meeting of the Imperial Grand Council, Nobles of the Mystic Shrine have been in session in Buffalo for seven days past. The sessions were held in Lyric Hall on Main street. Imperial Grand Potentate and Sovereign Grand Commander John J. Jones of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite Masons, in the chair, the presiding officer. Grand Secretary General L. W. Pulles, recorded the minutes and Grand Recorder John A. Bell made the historical data. Most Eminent Preceptor W. H. Johnson and Illustrious Grand Inspector General B. B. H. Lullyand, James A. Ross, Sovereign Grand Inspector General and Hon. J. Madison Vance of New Orleans were among the most prominent Shriners. John G. Jones, the Imperial Grand Potentate and Sovereign Grand Commander and a member of the state legislature of Illinois, Hon J. Madison Vance of New Orleans, a high officer in the Mystic Shrine was in attendance. The Daughters of the Sphinx were in session during the session of the Mystic Shrine, Mrs. Luia Munell of New Orleans is the Supreme Grand Matron and Mrs. May Pulles, the Supreme Grand Recorder. Every visitor turned out to see the Shriners cross the oasis at the hall on Monday night. The Shriners have had charge of the city since their arrival. The Shriners had a short session Saturday on account of the civic holiday, (mid-way day,) they all have seen the mid-way and enjoyed their stay among the "Bisons." They have returned to their respective homes not weary of crossing the oasis, but of telling to their friends the many attractions at the Pan-American Exposition. The following degreed Shriners were present: A. A. Parker, J. R. Bates, 33 degrees, Edward Boykins, Rev. J. W. Jeffries, 33 degrees, Pittsburgh, Penn, John A, Freeman, Stephen Adams, John A. Bell, J. N. Jenkins, Grand Rapids, Michigan, Simon Dunlap and J. E. Todd, Earlington, Ky. Barkley Hawkins, A. Payne, George Stewart, Wm. Peters, W J. Heiron and wife, Washington, D. C., John C. Barnes, Providence, R. I, Wm. Coggans, Richmond, Ind., D. J. Denhod, Chicago; A. M Boker, Huntington, West Va., B. B. Sallyard, J. H, Woolfolk and Wilbour C Ward, Boston; Charles Washington, Springfield, Onio; A. B. Hawkins, Claxton, Ga.; D. Williams' Jersey City. A reception was given at the Nidy Cottage in honor of Mrs. Butler and Miss Gertrude Howard last Tuesday night, there were but few present, yet the affair was enjoyable, Mrs. Reeves and Miss Gertrude Howard being the special guest, of Chicago D. L. Cordwell and J. W. Jamerson of Charlotte, N. C., were present, they held things down in their grand style, every one present went away, hoping that Miss S. B. Nidy woul soon repeat the dose Bishop Handy has seen the Pan-American, Dr. and Mrs, D. J. Sonders, of Biddle University, were in Buffalo last week to see the Pan-American and visit Niagra Falls, a pleasant stay they had in the Rainbow City. Mr. James R. Phillips, formerly of Buffalo, but now of San Fran isco, Cal. is in the city stopping with his relatives Mr. and Mrs. William Lalbert. Mr. Phillips is a wealthy merchant of California, he will go to New York city to purchase his fall stock and then return to Buffalo on his way home. Mr. Phillips owns considerable real estate in Buffalo, it is to be sold, if there can be found a suit. able purchaser, Mr. Phillips, success is credited to his own industry, thrift and perseverance. H. C. Phillips, Junior, of the "Christian Index" is in the city to see if he can see the "Mid-way" Miss Vint in Davis, the elucidation of Washington, D. C., will give her recitals at the different churches, while in the city, she contemplates staying in the city quite a while; she is stopping at the Keys Cottage 64 Oak street. Mr. J. L. Sanders, a real estate dealer and Barker of Charlotte, N. C., in company with Dr. A. N. Frierson, D. D., Prof. of Greek at Biddle University, Charlotte, N. C., arrived in the city last Sunday morning safely and well, except, one of these gentlemen lost their THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. hat on their way to Buffalo, guess who lost it? The Exposition is now completed, the crowds have begun to come from all parts of the country; the Mid-way drew great crowds from all parts of New York State. Many prominent colored people from all parts of the country are coming and going every day, every one reporting a pleasant stay for such a small price. The Head-waiters' ball is to be this week at Lyric Hall, a great attendance is expected; every one should attend the ball just to see a "bunch" of fine looking men. The Citizens' Ball is to be given on the 26th of this month, every state in the Union will be represented at this grand ball, remember the date. August 26 h. The Fredrick Douglass Lyceum which meets at Vine Street A M. E church is doing a great good among the young people of Buffalo. All strangers should attend this Lyceum while in the city, it meets every Thursday night at 8 o'clock sharp. The programs are interesting THE BAZAAR A SUCCESS (Continued from page 10) the Bishops Council at Atlantic City N. J. Dr. Cooper preached an interesting sermon Sunday. Union services were held in the afternoon, Rev. Mr. Tyler of the Shiloh Baptist church preached the sermon. The next services will be held with the Union Baptist church the first Sunday in September. He will take two weeks vacation at Northfield, Mass. A birthday surprise party and reception was given Mrs. V. E. Davis of 300 Farrington, ave. Wednesday evening, July 81st. Mrs. Davis had just returned from a pleasant visit in Sag Harbar, L. I. among relatives and friends. Quite a number of friends were present at the reception and an enjoyable time was spent by all. The Bishops Council of the A. M. E. Zion Church adopted a conference Record Book the work of Dr. J. S. Cooper, the first official record ever compiled by the church and adopted by the Bishops of the Connection. A long felt need has been supplied. Now the churches can keep permanent and uniform records of the proceedings of conferences. Cape May News. Cape May, N. J , Special—The Stockton Hotel base ball team just won the championship, defeating all the clubs played. Mr. Louis Thomas of Washington, D. C , is captain. All of the hotels are full; guests are being turned away. Dale's cafe is reaping a harvest. Miss Ida Burrell of Philadelphia is enjoying herself in the ocean every day. Miss Helen Stevens and her brother Andrew of Philadelphia are the guests of Miss Nidel on Lafayette street. Mr. and Mrs. Emmett Rogers of Washington, D. C , play pool every night at Moon's pool parlors. Mr. Benjamin Phillips, the Secretary of Stockton Hotel dining room is quite a pleasing gentleman. R. F. T. REDUCED! REDUCED! His Readings to 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. The trip is worth 50 cents but we give it for 25 Indian Head, Notely Hall, Montgomery's orchestra and band-a'l for a little quarter! Ours Is Best, Because It's Ours! 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 per cent. annually. Persons are protected from one to seventy years of age with sick 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 scale, and pains are taken that no unclean or objectionable items or advertisement are inserted in its columns. Advertising rates are as cheap as any first-class journal can afford, and made known on application. RIDER AGENTS WANTED one in each town to ride and exhibit a sample 1901 model bicycle of our manufacture. YOU CAN MAKE $10 TO $50 A WEEK besides having a wheel to ride for yourself. 1901 Models High Grade Guaranteed $10 to $18 '00 & '99 Models Best Makes $7 to $12 500 Second Hand Wheels $3 to $8 taken in trade by our Chicago retail stores, many good as new..... We ship any bicycle ON APPROVAL to anyone without a cent deposit in advance and allow 10 DAYS FREE TRIAL. You take absolutely no risk in ordering from us, as you do not need to pay a cent if the bicycle does not suit you. DO NOT BUY a wheel until you have written for our FACTORY PRICES and FREE TRIAL OFFER. This liberal offer has never been equal! and is a guarantee of the quality of our wheels. WE WANT a reliable person in each town to distribute catalogues for us in exchange for a bicycle. Write today for free catalogue and our special offer. J. L. MEAD CYCLE CO., Chicago. Reliable Tailors. 1902 E Street. Branch: 6th & Missouri Avenue, N.W ILLUSTRATIONS CUTS MADE OF ANY- THING, BY ANY PROCESS. FINE WORK AT LOW PRICES THE Maurice Joyce Engraving Company. EVENING STAR BUILDING WASHINGTON, D. C. $75 TO $150 PER MONTH MADE BY AGENTS. Elegant premiums Free. Address P O Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. OUR INSURANCE OUR Ours Is Best, Best The UNITED AID AND (Incorporated), is the strongest organizer colored people, being capitalized in the vestment stock which is sold to mem cent. annually. Persons are protected from [Name not visible] OUR PRESIDENT work. It is published weekly and mailed of interesting news matter (not a cheap toned scale, and pains are taken the advertisement are inserted in its column first-class journal can afford, and made For detailed information, address HEADQUARTERS 1024 South 20th St. RIDER one in each town bicycle of $50 A WEEK 1901 M 11 50 YEARS' EXPERIENCE PATENTS TRADE MARKS DESIGNS COPYRIGHTS & C. Anyone sending a sketch and description may quickly ascertain our opinion free whether an invention is probably patentable. Communications society confidential. Handbook on Patents sent free. Oldest agency for securing patents. Patents taken through Mann & Co. receive special notice, without charge, in the A handsomely illustrated weekly. Largest circulation of any scientific journal. Terms. $3 a year; four months. $1. Sold by all newedcalers. MUNN & Co. 361 Broadway New York Branch Office, 625 F St. Washington, D.C. One Bottle Does It. Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., Gentlemen: I have used only one bottle of the Original Ozonized Ox Marrow and it gives me good satisfaction. My hair grows faster than I ever saw any hair grow in my life and it is also soft and straight. Your preparation is worth three times the money you sell it for. Yours truly, Miss W. Duffey, Palestine, Texas. If your dealer cannot supply you send us 50 cents and we will send you a bottle. Address Ozonized Ox Marrow Co., 78 Wabash Ave., Chicago, Illinois. OUR JOURNAL OUR BANK Because It's Ours! AND BENEFICIAL LEAGUE organization in the world owned and operated by in the sum of $100,000.00. It is backed by in- members at $2 per share, which earns 12 per bed 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 SIXTEEN-YEAR LIMIT ENDOWMENT POLICY is the safest and cheapest issued by any organization of its character. Members pay no more dues after sixteen years membership, and are at liberty to draw a cash value for their policies. THE SICK AND DEATH DEPARTMENT is also operated on the most mutual basis and members enjoy advantages in this not accorded by any rival company. BANKING INSTITUTION 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 last annual 12 per cent. dividend on stock was declared on June 4th, last. THE AMERICAN HERALD 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 mailed to subscribers at $1 per year. It is brimful cheap patented sheet), edited on the most high- that no unclean or objectionable items or columns. Advertising rates are as cheap as any made known on application. press J. CLINTON, JR., PRESIDENT Box 3823, Station "D," Philadelphia, Pa. ER AGENTS WANTED in town to ride and exhibit a sample 1901 model of our manufacture. YOU CAN MAKE $10 TO WEEK besides having a wheel to ride for yourself. 1 Models High Grade $10 to $18 &'99 Models Best Makes $7 to $12 Second Hand Wheels $3 to $8 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 12 CITY PARPARAGHS. Go early and hear the concert by the Military Band. Mr. John Clinton, jr., president of the First Colored Bank North, of Philadelphia, Pa, was in the city this week on business. He met the leaders in financial circles. Lawyer Pollard has his mother with him at Shepherdstown, West Virginia. They report an enjoyable and beneficial vacation. While Mr. Pollard is away his practice will be The Amphious sang their best; they do the same August 17th 6.30 p. m. Miss Emma L. Brown of 2722 N street is visiting relatives and friends in Boston. On her return trip Miss Brown will visit the Pan-American Exposition, Niagara Falls and also her uncle in New York City. Mr. William J. Edelin the smiling manager of the Philadelphia House, and Mr. Owen Shelvey the mixologist of the Personal Liberty League club, left the city last Thursday for a ten days vacation. They will visit the Buffalo Exposition and return by Atlantic City. Saturday August 17th the next outing and your last chance to go with the Amphions this season, Mr. J. H. Harris of 1225 New Jersey avenue will spend his vacation at the Pan-American Exposition, Philadelphia and Atlantic City. He will be gone until the 7th of September. Mr. Harris is a faithful race man and an admirer of and subscriber to The Colored American. To have missed the Amphions outing was indeed a sore affliction. The fall and winter term of Mme. Smallwood's DeLamorton Dressmaking Academy, 1513 Madison ave., n. w. this city, begins September 1st. Persons desiring to enter should make application now. The class is more successful each year. forty-two young ladies graduating last year as first class dressmakers. Pictures of Great Negroes. This office is prepared to fill orders for lithographs, large size, of prominent colored men at the rate of 50 cents per copy unframed or $150 framed. The list includes such noted men as Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, B. K Bruce, Maceo, J. C. Price, Bishop Arnett, John R. Lynch, Hon. Judson W. Lyons and others. Now is a most excellent time for teachers who are interested in their schools to secure pictures of prominent men of the race, frame them and decorate their school rooms before the opening of the school'. All orders may be addressed to The Colored American, 459 C street northwest, Washington, D.C. tf. Hotel Arrivals at Atlantic City. Following are the arrivals at the Roselle Cottage: Mrs. Lillie De Lowe and Miss Helen De Lowe, of Medin Pa.; Mrs. Mary Nelson, of Philadelphia, Pa.; Miss Marie Smallwood, of Carlisle, Pa.; Mrs. M. D. Johnston, the celebrated modiste of Harrisburg, Pa. The following were seen at Wahl's: Rev. Walter Brooks, D. D., of Washington, D. C.; Prof. Gregory, of the Washington (D. C.) High School; Mr. James Gregory, who has just graduated from Yale; Mr. Eugene Gregory, Miss Alexene Montague and Miss Musette Brooks, all of Washington, were down to enjoy a dip in the ocean. Speaking of Wahl's reminds me of the fact that this is the place where you can run across all of the representative colored citizens. Mr. Wahl is a man of great parts and business tact and enjoys the distinction of being the only colored bathing-house proprietor in Atlantic City. Last Tuesday night Mr. Samuel N. Dulaney and Miss May S. Chew, were married at the home of the parents of Miss Chew, no. 10 10th street northeast. Rev. W. A. Jackson, pastor of Israel C. M. E. church officiated. The home was beautifully decorated with white roses, greens and many other beautiful flowers. The Bride was given away by Mr. William West. Miss Mamie Nichols was brides made. Among those present were Mrs. Wilkerson, Mr. and Mrs. Chew. Rev. Jackson and wife, Mrs. Bertha Gray, Mrs. Lititia McKenney. Misses Alice Delaney, Mamie Delaney, Marie West, Rubby Nichols, Mabel Over, Ida Chew, Bertha Bender, Messrs. Frank Herns, Samuel Nichols, Percy Williams, William Wilson and Mr. Ray. About 10:30 o'clock, the bride and groom started for their home where they are to reside, 40$ R street northwest. The evening was one long to be remembered by all who were present; music was rendered by Miss Alic Randolph, and Miss Mamie Nichols. Dr. Tignor's Success. Dr. C. A. Tignor, who graduated from the Medical Department of Howard University this year, has taken and passed the District Medical Board, and is now practicing. He was the only colored physician to take the examination. Although the examination was very rigid, Dr. Tignor succeeded in making the high average of 80 per cent. There were 27 applicants for license in all and about one-third of that number failed. Dr. Tignor is well-known in this city. He graduated from the High school here in 1895. He is starting out young and has a bright future before him. Besides being a graduate inadi, cine he also a graduate of pharmacy; he is therefore thoughly equipped for the practice of medicine. In starting out upon his professional career, Dr. Tignor carries with him the best wishes of the community. THE NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGUE The New England delegation will go to the National Negro Business League which is to meet in Chicago August 21, 22 and 23rd., in a body in a special pullman coach, as will also the Alabama and Florida delegations. The meeting promises to be full of interest from begining to end. This is as it should be. No movement among our people will do more good than this effort to emphasize the necessity of, and stimulate strong business enterprises Reduced rates of one and ore-thirdfare on the certificate plan have been secured from all sections of the country. The meeting will be held at Hardel Hall, 46 and 48 Randolph street, Chicago, Ill. Persons desiring information regarding hotel accommodations, boarding houses etc, may write Mr. L. G. Wheeler, 119 Dealborn St., Chicago $75 to $150 PER MONTH MADE BY AGENTS. Elegant premiums Free. Address P. O. Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. My! Those Amphions presented a fair appearance. They are all wool and yard wide. The Colored American can be had at all news stands. Call on your news dealer and get it. United Order of True ORGANIZED Jan 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd an order devoted to the interests of its relations. We offer you an opportunity in enterprises owned and controlled, who are members of the Order. you are sound in health and mind, of three (3) years nor older than sixty (6) there are two Fountains, the Subordina United Order of True Reformers. ORGANIZED January 1, 1881. Office 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - Richmond, Va. An order devoted to the interests of its members, both in their home and business relations. We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged business investment, in enterprises owned and controlled by the Order and managed by colored men, who are members of the Order. If you are sound in health and mind, of good moral character, not younger than three (3) years nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible to membership. There are two Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebud. We join the Subordinate Fountain you need. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to a country you pay 35 cents per month as us. You pay as taxes 80 cents per mo s Sick Benefits you receive from $6 00 s Death Benefit, your family receives one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age,) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6 00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75.00 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 Pablo Picasso In Class B, the ag dues, $4.75 to $7.60. After one year, its value In Class E, the ag $9.50 to 11.40. The C one year its value is $5 In Class M, the ag $21 to $25. The certifi You are entitled Classe B and E upon pays a dividend annual The Grand Fount 29, 1900, a total of 3782 HALF MILLION DOLLAR Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is valid one year, its value is $200 to $65. Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years, to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first year its value is $500 to $300. Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years, $25. The certificate is valued from day one you are entitled to a Life Membership, the B and E upon purchase of the required dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of Towers, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a million dollars. THE BANK.—In our State and flourishing institution der butthe race as well. The capital stock is $100,000, any other regularly consti- tute the same safeguards. The owners, and pays 20 per cent, dividends received and 4 per cent. interest is paid by copy of the Cashier's report to Auditor of business Sept., 5, 1900 and shows it. RESOURCES. Its and discounts ..... $8,272 80 stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 from National Banks ..... 48,383 22 ing House ..... 14,000 00 real estates ..... 99,588 00 future and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 ment expenses and taxes al ..... 1,388 99 e, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store, Richmond, Va., and members of the Order are cent, on the cost of food products. The Reformer is the newspaper published in Richmond, Va. It stands for the vocation and combination of the race and the General Messenger and the General Agent. A well-equipped job office bids for out in first class style and at low price six miles from Richmond, in Henrico County of land, and established thereon an applied liberality and broad-minded genius to this home to its members alone, men are opened to the aged and decrepid nature or connections. The Order makes city, and calls upon the whole people, by West to assist by their contribution the April 3rd of each year is set apart as distributions can be forwarded to the cash will send receipt for same and account Members of the Order and the public, we need to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 900 N. Desirable location. Service is of the best the Real Estate Department manages ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings a fee simple value of $122,500. In add- In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual dues, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $33. After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Annual dues, $9.50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13 50. Annual dues $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1,000 to $700. You are entitled to a Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in Classe B and E upon purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264 75, over a HALE MILLION DOLLARS. BEE HIVE THE BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound and flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Order 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 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 on the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 ho with a fee simple value of $122,500. In addition to these the Order leases buildings. For any further information, address ]W. P. BURRELL, G. W. Secretary, Wm. L. TAYLOR, G. W. Master, n, L. TAYLOR, G. W, Master, THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. Order of True Relief ORGANIZED January 1, 18 6 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - R led to the interests of its members, both in We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged es owned and controlled by the Order and members of the Order. ed in health and mind, of good moral chara is nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebue SUBORDINATE FOUNTAINS. Coordinate Fountain you must be between 100 to $6 60 (according to age,) as joining fee pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the as taxes 80 cents per month. As you receive from $6 00 to $9.00 per month. Benefit, your family receives $75.00 if you die. 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. ]W. P. BURRELL, G. DR, G. W, Master. ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. BREE STE Le a ins eh ARES a SS a aca te rrr rrr cs i cd 3 = ~ é = a eg cae eee ee ae ae Tata - NEGRO A Decorating. Interior Tinting: : Senta k. E RENCHER, jored artistic designer, decorator i wall paperist. Complete “tock : { Samples farnished Work done ywn can be inspected at any time. Kencher, 2211 70 N, WwW. N . ‘ainting. fheenty [OOK é DELICIOUS —IVE CP"4é PARLOBS - { adies «.. -gatleme tis at 12s 7 bh Serene, NL OW. cain and best of treatment ‘ investigate. Soda fountain sis IRemieiiPony, Che meee NN Ie ee ee ee ts ee eee DR, D. W.ONLEY, DENTIST, [° o i [trom y20D St. S.E,to |e i Street, Southwest. es reasonable rates, Con- fo Nation free. i ri sam to6 p.m lo to 6p. in fo '. M. DRURY’S W. M. DR S RESTAURANT 1100 20h St, cormer L. N. W. Washington, D.C, the River Queen. The Folow nz dates have been chartered for Notles tel, Lower Cedar Point and Gly mont on Steamer River Queen, AL ens i, Mornir x Glory Cub, Notly Hail In, Fa exoursion, » WH cool PL Rettef Club, Lower Cedar 21, Cougrersional Olub. Notly Hall 2 Jeves k Cooper Lower Cedar Point Wider Ladies Retiet Cleb, Notty Hall J6, M'nute Me Nouy Hel SPL} Love Siar Sccia! Club, Lower Cedar % Koshts of Jerusalem, Notly Hall Churches, clubs or parties desiring to se- cure go.) dates shou d sea Capt. Woollen at ree. His residence is 154 Kast Capitol st or N street Whart sou LA west Buy a Copy, The Colored American can be found eVery Saiurday morume at Bieck’s Ho- 'el Walnut street between Fourth and Fifth strie s, Evansville, Ind. All the leading journals and race papers are bandied thera. tt DID YOU EVER THINK $ ver week Sick and $20.00 Accid=nt ‘ sod thing to have around, if ualy vecial Rates to all readers of t Call or drop a postal to 5-H. BAKER, General Agent, District of Columbia and Virginia. SNoyal Benefit Society, Soom 60 Loan and Trust Building, Cov ah and F Sts. Washington, D. C. “<e" Kencher’? 2211 7ch street north- West if you plaa to have high class Wal!-papermng or interior paintir g done, - a ee aoeaan Mhut The Yegro Needs! ‘Mal The Yeoro Needs! Reasonable | t sood piano instruction. i eoners a Spocialty, as ddress J. Hituary TayLor, paudio i 4st, Same < NOCICE, “ter the 17th of August—next Sat- “ay—the special Masonie ret: for Sibscribers will be discontinued, also §lso the special reduced rate for all city Sabsevivers You lose your opportuni- Witson tail to take advantage of this oll: fore August 17th, THE COLOREy Awens0AN, WASHINGTON, BG SS Se or a — = aa ——w é i 7 > —<—=Z DA! AN SG) IN a ~~ , | ey \ Ihave ase? Ne TL nent Prince Hall will once more strive f¢ the coveted emblem, and Eureka wi defend it with might and main Why is it that we eannot give Bri Cooper that small amount we agree to pay? I don’t want to publis hames, Grand High Priest H, GC. Irvin says that St, John’s Chapter will hav 15 applications the month of Septer ber. Bro. John U. Gibson, of Wureks who has been yery ill, is somewha better, but very weak. His home is a Bro. H. C. Irving’s. Visit’ the sic! brethren, Sickness is very prevalent pow, an there is not a lodge without member who are asking brethren to do fo them as they would be done by it similar situation. The oppressive weather of the pas two months has played havoc witl attendance, but cool weather will bring full benches and a renewed desire te labor on the temple. Bro, Lem Harris, of Widow's Son. is enjoying his vacation at Warrenton. Va.. and declares that on bis return home he will be fully qualified to ge South in December, There is no doubt that Dr. S. Rober Watis, the Right Eminent Grand Com mander of Knights Templar of the District of Columbia, reads every linc published in the Masoenie column. ‘The Saginaw Courier-Herald of Aug: ust 2, 1901, publishes in full a grand and eloquent address on Emancipa- tion, delivered at Saginaw, Mich., by MMustrious and Sir Knight William Robinson. The jewel contest is but a few weeks off and interest is increasing. The event will certainly be of great moment to the entire craft, Both lodges count among their officers some pf the best workers in this jurisdiction und the struggle will be a determined pe, Comp, Frank Y, Cozzens, Grand High Priest of R. A. M., informs me that a great deal of the routine work was disposed of at the special convo- ‘ation, July 31. T cannot see any man vetier able to fill this exalted position than Companion Cozzens, and 1 will rote for him. fditor of Masonie Column: I desire to have you publish the fol- owing slate, which has a strong sup- port: For Grand Master, W. H. a Malvin, of Social; for Deputy Grand Master, John 'T. Turner, Widow’s Sone ‘or, Senior Grand Warden, Robert L. Pendleton, Pythagoras; for Junior jrand Warden, Paul R. Stewart. Much is being sald and done in be- nulf of brethren willing and anxious o serve in the various offices of the irand Lodge. It speaks well for the ‘raft, when such a large number of) ‘andidates are brought forward from) Which to select. A mistake could hardly be made in choosing any of hem, and it might not be amiss to of- ‘er a suggestion or two to enable the irand Lodge to justly determine the nerits of each. That body should con- sult its own interests and select those is officers who will reflect credit upon he order and bring to it the respect yf the community in which we live. hey should be the ablest minds mong us and should possess the re- spect and confidence of the entire ‘raft. That knowledge which comes ‘rom experience and that zeal which vast achievements give evidence of should also be considered* in making $75 to $150 PER MonTH Mabe By Acents. Elegant premiums Free. Ac- dress P O Box 6570 Louisville, Ky When you write mention this paper. The Amphions did not bave an angry word from any one August 3rd. The same will be true August 17th. 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; 18 c= ‘ 4 5 Zz DABNEY’S HAIR AND SCALP POMADE. (| ee Sel —— ‘ 5 | fae } \ Ihave had long experience in the study and treat: B gh ge went of the hair and after having given careful study I ¢ = Le | know of no preparation so beneficial to the bair andp < 2 scalp as this pomade. It contains everything that will 4 = oe stimulate the growth of the hair; stop its fallin; out:B , § : Zs P ig ou g DABNEYS! cure the dandruff and will thicken and promote its 4 g , | growth. By careful treatment and following the in-} E | y 2 S < q Pp structions the hair will become soft, silky, and heaithy. ! 5 ee y- 5 ~ Wie egg Full directions are printed on each jar. Where the g =" Pomade is not desired a tonic ¢ n be furnished with the p same ingredients. The prices are as follows— q 4 Dabacy’s Pomade per bottle, city prices only, $.25; Dabney’s Tonle, $ 50; Daoney’s B 2 Shampoo, $50. Dabaey’s Dandruff Destroyer per boitle,$ 75. a S Orders promptly attended to. Prepared by J. W Dabney and sold B E by Mrs J. W. Dabney, 1132 3rd St,, northwest, Washington, D. C. « a NOTE:—Mr_ Dabney is one of the most successful tonsorial artists in Washington, nee a well established business- He attends upon the president and many of the leading business B men. officers of the army and diplomats of the country- x Po ae eR ae Me me fh] |) eee eer: Oe, ene, Me 4 : & 4 , — os VME OGG. . : SER RR L38 a SSS |S 0 ss —__= = ——_ — Washington, D, C. Incorporated under the Laws of the United States passed by Act of Congress. The leading Beonetit Society m the Bovth, paying Sick, Accident and % Death Benefits. Measbership almost doubled in 1900, Over 3,000 claims patd in three years. Reliable Agents, male or female, wanted in all the Southern 3 States, to whom good compensation will be given. Write for particulars. ‘ 2 { § James H. Dabney 2 . q FUNERAL “ DIRECTOR ai Fa a | v ‘ B 1132 3rd Street, Northwest, ier a. : ory 8 e-Cersazes for pire. Paone 1727 ye : : Ove te oleae ‘ Se aY aa SC A = Branch «fice Alexandria. Va Gy Coy ts , @ washington, - Dist. Co ae les ae Be 0 isa ST iy Se Te ere bee , A Business Oppertanity. se@s~ 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 permane.t 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. SrorRs# Cioses 5 P, M.—Sarurpays 1 P, M. Discount on Go carts Per cent AND Basy CaRRIAGEB. CAV AV AV RVAVAMUATAUAYAY ° 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 1s made unusually attractive—for those who buy are wel* come to credit as ever, Every popular pattern is embodied -in this stock of Carriages and Go-carts, and each vebicle is com- plete with handsome lace-coyered parasol. Mattings, Refriger- ators, and ail summer furniture at rare bargain prices. 9 | MAMMOTH rog al S CREDIT HOUSE, | — 817-819-821-823 Seventh Street N W, Between H and I Streets. THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. @ fin | n *BE NOT DECEIVED*« | dh, f 210 THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. n King of all Hair Tonics, ) | * OZONO.” A\ a ee Ze oN < i, toe oe a La ee Yee Ny = oe IOs A.C of f 2 a we fac Vv ‘| Lo 7 AN BEFORE. AFTER. BEFORE. on AFTER Recognizing the fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing to a certainty that man of these are frauds pure and simple, we wish to meke a Beene eat honest statement to the colored race through this great paper. In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. S. M. Moore, through a fortunate circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or purchase to any extent until 1875, when it was put upon the market and met with marked anccess. After a thorough test by the colored people of that time it was pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy, true-to all that was claimed for it, and worthy in every respect of the confidence of every member of the colored race, because they found it to cause the hair to grow long and straight, soft and fine, and as beautiful as an April morning. Now, whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there are always a number of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other people’s goods. Seeing our marked success, numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair-growers and hair-straighteners, many of which are worthless, causing the hair to fall out and doing great damage to the hair and scalp, and the colored people are buying these spurious compounds, which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. To these let us sound a warning—be careful what you useon your hair. Do not be deceived by flaring advertisements and big words, Buy the King of all fn SS be used on the pl And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint fi package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of J Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all ff smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, etc. The actnal value of this Grand Aggregation is $4.00, but we let you%4 have it for $1.00, simply te introduce honest goods. In order to protect the# public in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we have placed upon our coupon our Trade-Mark, one head showing Short Hair and the other head Long Hair. The U. 8. Government has granted us 4 this trade-mark, and it is registered in the Patent Office at Washington; s0 if the coupon kas this trade-mark on it, you will make no mistake. Use 4 only the coupon having the two heads on it. As to our responsibility, we 4 refer you to the Editor of pe age or to the Metropolitan Bank of Rich- mond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not space to pub- ¢ lish. Here is a sample of one: i Boston Chemical Company : 4 Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have % used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have been fooled so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, j . Here is another: Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. 4 | Gentlemen,—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, 383 Missouri street, Toledo, 0. f A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and cause a beautiful and luxurious growth. If your hair is already straight, % you can use it to secure a glossy long growth. Buy only the genuine f *OZONO.” Send us $1.00 at once, and the goods will be sent the samo f day we receive your order. | BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., / 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Ya. / AWN 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- a, lutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if -ou are dissatisfied with our preparations, FON if they were not true to all we claim for them? We have advertised for several years under this guarantee, and we are glad to say that every one ‘Who has used Ozono bas been satisfied in every respect. re 20,000 people are to-day using our preparations, and every purchaser recommends Ozono as the King of all Bait Tonics. Ozono-will positively a take the Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly, Refractory, Trouble- FEN some Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will eure your head of all itching, worrying sealp diseases. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, ‘ay and Scurf can not live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair AWN irom falling out. Tt will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair long and soft. yA Now, right here, let us make a statement. Many firms are advertising 79% remedies to straighten hair, but when they send the preparation they tell ou to use hot irons. Friends, do not use hot irons; they will burn up the a life of the hair, and cape it to drop out. Ozono straightens without any FS outside assistance. othing but Ozono is necessary, and the hair stays straight forever. You can stop the use at any time. The good effects on ay the hair are seen in a day or two after the first application. Ab The price of Ozono is 50c. a bottle—4 boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send gp to us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we wiil forward to you “9% four large boxes of Ozono and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin bright, rough skin soft and pliant, and cures all me skin diseases. Also removes all facial imperfections, and actually removes £E% small-pox pits. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food—Nature’s great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, AN and all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look nes sone f i, 3 We will also include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is A\ ab slutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but a pure soap should ever RE a ae eS ig a oo ie CRS Ee Sela amet eT Rae oe NS tN AT POS OM OE SEP OT Oe ate oe Se TET ote I ¥ } , : / t Boston Chemical Co., | : 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. j GF~ 2. atniee “area I enclose you $1.00, for which please send at once the following goods : / 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner, { worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 50c. 1 Package / (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth 50c. / Total, $4.00. / DNOUIND =e no crivos sera y oclns sis - ces eevee AOUBO, NOW 53> o- / BURT Gre orca ahaa sin hota, mama antl he at SERY ee tle Nera t ole sien ine f OIE oom nay nosing ose eseean PES we sce oe eae / If you want 4 lots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has f no coupon, Jet her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to COUpOD 4 when you send your order, / o————————————————eeeaaaaa—aea—e=a—=E=eaEeaEeaE=e=—e—e—e—e—eeeO_ p <Nan, Mp, <a. Va, Va, Va, Sa, Sa |... .S |S a. S|. B.|.B-B.B- VK — ee ee oe Di a WE WANT AN AGENT IN EVERY TOWN AND CITY TO SELL ' The Frederick Douglass Watch scssttisces sox The Colored Americal CrLederick VOUSLASS susscrisers vox LMG UOTE It gives all the news, It belongs to nojclique or faction, but represents the whole people. It tells what the Negro is doing. It isgnot a party organ, but stands for the rights of the Negro. ; ; It reflects the highest thoughts and best achievements. It is not a patent back, put its columns teem with spicy, original matte Subscription Price $2.00 per Year, $1.10 for Six Months, 60cts for Three Months, Terms Invariably in Advance, For_Farther Information Addres, THE COLORED AMERICAN: 14 COPZONOD. Knowles Building. Boys' Hall. Stone Hall. Girls' Hall. Model Home. An unsectarian Christian Institution, devoted especially to advanced education, College, Normal, College Preparatory and English High School courses, with Industrial Training. Superior advantages in Music and Printing. Athletics for boys. Physical culture for girls. Home life and training. Aid given to needy and deserving students. Term begins the first Wednesday in October. For catalogue and information, address Knoxville College, Knoxville, Tenn. DEPARTMENTS—Collegiate, including Classical, Scientific and Literary Course; Theological, Normal, Industrial, including Agriculture, Carpentering, Printing, Sewing and Electrical work. SPECIAL FEATURES—Four dormitories for young men, young women, boys and girls. All buildings steam heated and electric lighted. Location most healthful. Total expense for year including board, tuition, heat, light and furnished room only $58. Next term begins September 20. Send for catalogue to REV. R W. McGRANAHAN, Pres., Knoxville, Tenn. THE MUSEUM OF THE WORLD 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. CEO H. SAFFORD, 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. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL 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. Principal. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON. EDUCATIONAL. Hall. Girls' Hall. Model Home. SITY, Atlanta, Ga. especially to advanced education. College, Nor- cool courses, with Industrial Training. Superior or boys. Physical culture for girls. Home life students. Term begins the first Wednesday President HORACE BUMSTEAD, D.D. Knoxville, Tenn. Classical, Scientific and Literary Course; Theologi- Carpentering, Printing, Sewing and Electrical les for young men, young women, boys and girls. Location most healthful, Total expense for finished room only $58. Next term begins Septem- R W. McGRANAHAN, Pres, Knoxville, Tenn. ourse; Theologi- g and Electrical boys and girls. total expense for begins Septem- noxville, Tenn. 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, lawsuits, lost or absent friends interest name 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, lawsuits, 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 acent stamps. MRS. C. CARY 1406 WEST YORK STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA. MME, DAVIS F. Born Clairvoyant & Card Reader Tells about business, Removes Spells and Evil Influences, Reunites the Separated and Gives Luck to all. Cures Piles and Drunkenness. 1228 25th st. n. w. Washington D. C. No letters answered unless accompanied by stamp. Montgomery's band and orchestra is what we have been looking for—we have found it O.K. They go August 17th 6.30. 25 cents. --- Montgomery's Celebrated Orchestra & Band PROF A H. MONTGOMERY, Director and Leader Director and Leader. This popular orchestra is prepared to unnish 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 925 18. n. w., or phone 2559. Town Topics. H Eugene Wilson is at Atlantic City. Dr. F. J. Shadd has gone to Saratoga for two weeks. The Metropole Club is doing business at the old stand, thank you. Mr. Samuel N. Dulaney and Miss May Chew, were married Tuesday evening. Editor A E. Manning, the hustling editor of the Indianapolis World, was in the city Monday. The new pastor of Union Wesley A. M E. Zion church has arrived. He is making a favorable impression. Edna McNab has applied for a divorce from Henry McNab, alleging cruelty, etc. Attorney John W. Patterson represents the complainant. Miss Lula Love, who has been studying in the Harvard School of gymnastics, had her right hand quite badly crushed last week in an accident. Rev D, G. Hill, is giving complete satisfaction as pastor at the Metropolitan A. M E. church, and steps are being taken to continue him here as long as possible. Miss I o'tle Johnson of D street St. southwest, have gone to join her sister Miss Selena Johnson, who is spending her vacation in Jersey City, as the guest of their Aunt Mrs. Gantt; before returning home in September, they will make a visit to Long Branch. Prof. Jesse Lawson, J. H. Hannon, Hon. G H. White, Mr. Cyrus Field Adams, Editor E. E. Cooper, S. E. Lacy, Rev. W. Bishop Johnson, Rev. Walter H. Brooks and others are in Philadelphia, attending the meeting of the Afro-American Council and Press Convention. The Holmes devorce case has been adjusted out of court. Mrs. Holmes, has been deeded $8,000 worth of real estate. The white attorney E. G. Niles received a fee of $1,290 for his part of the management. The friends of the litigants are glad the matter was setled so amicably. The statement published in a recent issue of The Colored American that Mr. George Bagwell, the step-son of Prof. N. E. Weatherless, had stolen $92.00 from Mr. Weatherless and other monies on previous occions is denied by Mr. Bagwell and his mother, Mrs. Weatherless. Mrs. Edwarp Lacy with her children left last Thursday, to spend the heated term in Cape May, N. J. She will be gone until acout the middle of September. Dr. George Wellington Bryant, well know in this city, died in Baltimore last Wednesday of paralysis. The Minute Men's Club will give their second grand excursion of the season to Notley Hall Monday, August 26th. Prof. Hamilton's famous will enliven the occasion with music and the committee of arrangements will see to it that everybody is carefully looked after and properly entertained. $75 to $150 PER MONTH MADE BY AGENTS. Elegant premiums FREE. Address P. O. Box 570 Louisville. Ky. When you write mention this paper, 15 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, Luncheons, etc. Ladies' Dining Rooms up stairs. Ladies' Entrance to Cafe, 63 James St. Telephone 1840 D. 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. 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. THE KEYSTONE PARK. The Keystone Park, Suitland, Md, will be open and ready for business June rst. 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 Routes 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 rst st., s. w. 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 COTTAUE 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. ew 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 This beautiful Cottage 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. 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. Telephone Main 2272. 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 Insurance Co., of England, Penn Mutual Life Insurance Co. of Philadelphia, Massachusetts Mutual Accident Association. Phone, Main 2681-2 Is he Unloading the Negro? A colored soldier, a veteran of the three wars who rose from the ranks of private to that of a captain because of valor at San Juan Hill, remarks after returning from the War Department, "a colored soldier has little to expect from that building. White commissioned officers are not asked to go back and reenlist as privates, especially when they wear honor medals for bravery." 16 LOCAL LORE. There is a letter at this office for Mr Oliver C. Black. Mr. W. S Blackburn was a visitor to our office last Tuesday. Mr. James Walker is spending his vacation in Philadelphia, Pa. Miss Lu Smallwood and Miss Otelia Ciumwell are estivating in Maryland. Misses Alexzine Montague and Musette Brooks spent ten days recently at Atlantic City. Hon. John C. Dancy passed through the city this week. He was the guest of the Southern hotel. Mr. Lewis W. Giles of Newport News, Va., and formerly editor of the Daily Recorder is in the city. Miss Bell I Saunders of 419 E street, s. e., left Saturday for Oxen Hill, Md., to spend one or two weeks. Miss Mary Leftwitch of 10.h street, left Thursday for a stay of one month in McDonald, Pa., where she will visit her sister. Mrs. J. M. Houser, is visiting in Lynn, Massachusetts, and other points on the Atlantic coast. She will remain until autumn. Mr. William L. Pollard, the popular attorney is spending his vacation at Shepherdstown, W. Va. He will be away for two weeks Mrs. Lottie McKay (nee Richardson who has been living in Tucson, Arizona, for the past four years, is visiting her mother at 1216 M street. Mr. J. N. Fullilove, of Portland, Oregon, passed through the city last week enroute to the meeting of the National Afro-American at Philadelphia, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. William H. Grimshaw, accompanied by their daughter, Miss Ruth, lft town on the 1st inst., to visit the Buffalo Exposition and Toronto, Canada. Miss Julia Ellen Lewis, daughter of Col. James Lewis, surveyor general of the United States Land Office in New Orleans, La., and well known in this city, graduated with high honors in music and drawing at the New Eng- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. land Conservatory of Music in Boston, Mass, on the 25th of last month. Miss Lewis is an accomplished young lady of exceptional ability and has won her way to the very front rank of musicians. Misses Eliza and Mamie Harris of 322 E street, s. w., accompanied by the Misses Lucas are spending too or three weeks at Oxen Hill, Md., at the Harris home. Mr. T. C. Gray of Chicago who is a very popular in the Pennsylvania railroad office stopped over in the city Saturday with Mr. Charles Pickett of the Capitol. $75 to $150 PER MONTH MADE BY AGENTS Elegant premiums Free. Address P. O Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. BLACK SKIN REMOVER. REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER 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 directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mulatto person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours a shade ortwo will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin remaining beautiful without continual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples or bumps or black heads, making the skin very soft and smooth. Small pox pits, tan, liver spots removed without harm to the skin. When you get the color you wish, stop using the preparation. THE HAIR STRAIGHTENER. that goes in every one dollar box is enough to make anyone's hair grow long and straight, and keeps it from falling out. Highly perfumed and makes the hair soft and easy to comb. Many of our customers say one of our dollar boxes is worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. THE NO-SMELL thrown in free. Any person sending us one dollar in a letter or Post-Office money order, express money order or registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you want it sent C. O. D., it will come by express, 25c. extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Broad Street RICHMOND, VA. COLISEUM 14th AND EAST CAPITOL STREETS, Thursday, August 22nd, at 8 p. Grand Bicycle Race Major Taylor Thursday, August 22nd, at 8 p. Grand Bicycle Race Major Taylor Thursday, August 22nd, at 8 p. m. CHAMPION OF THE WORLD Will ride in Championship races against the Champions of England, France, Australia and America. See MAJOR TAYLOR beat the white riders. EVERY SUNDAY GRA FAMILY YE — THE NOTLEY ON Steamer R Steamer River Queen and Notle and put in First-Class order. All Swings, Flying Horses, Shootin with his Trained Alligator and B Pavilion which has just been com the Finest Summer Resorts on the Monumental Orchestra. Fare only Boat leaves 7 S'reet wha L. J. Woollen Office N St wharf, Clyde Line. Phone 6054 EVERY SUNDAY THIS SEASON GRAND FAMILY EXCURSION TO NOTLEY HALL, ON THE Steamer River Queen Steamer River Queen and Notlev Hall have been greatly put in First-Class order. All Kinds of Amusements. Swings, Flying Horses, Shooting Gallery and Prof. The his Trained Alligator and Button Photos. See the million which has just been completed, making Notley Hall the Finest Summer Resorts on the Potomac River. Musical Orchestra. Fare only 25 cents round trip. Boat leaves 7 S'reet wharf, 2.30, 5 and 6.30 r. L. J. Woollen, Gen'l Man N St wharf, Clyde Line. Phone 605-2. Residence 154 E Capitol S 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 S'ret wharf, 2.30, 5 and 6.30 p. m. Office N St wharf, Clyde Line. Phone 605-2. Residence 154 E Capitol St, Phone 88-Y Wanted Boareers. WANTED—Table boarders or meals sent to residences. First class and reasonable. 2112 13th n. w. city. Colored Veterans. Attention! Is there any one who can give me the name of the colored company that was made up in the month of May in Grand Gulf, Miss., in 1862? My husband was a member of that company. His name was John Berry. Since his death I have forgotten the name of the company and so cannot send application for pension until I find out the name of the company in which he enlisted. The colored company was made up from the Thirty-second Illinois regiment. The colored men who enlisted were taken from Waterproof La., They were discharged in 1865. His discharge papers were stolen and that is why I am compelled to resort to this means to try and secure a pension. Any information will be gratefully received. MRS. GEORGIANA BERRY, 2609 Good Ave., St. Louis, Mo WANNLED-A good barber. A good reliable barber, married man preferred, can secure a first class and permanent position if good reference is furnished. Wages $10 per week in the winter and $11 per week in June, July and August. For further information address, U. G. Crampton, Tyrone, Pa. WANTED-Table boarders or meals sent to residences. First class and reasonable. 2112 13th street, n. w. --- 22nd, at 8 p.m. Cycle Races Taylor, Y THIS SEASON AND EXCURSION TO Y HALL, THE River Queen New Hall have been greatly improved Kinds of Amusements. Gallery and Prof. Thos Vincent Button Photos. See the new Dancing obtained, making Notley Hall one of the Potomac River. Music by the 25 cents round trip. f, 2.30, 5 and 6 30 p. m. Gen'l Manager. 2. Residence 154 E Capitol St, Phone 88-Y State Convention Negro Industrial, Educational Association Of Virginia, Charlottesville, Va., August 22nd and 24th 1901 For the above occasion the Southern Railway has announced rate of a fare and one-third on the Certificate Plan to Charlottesville, Va., from points within the State of Virginia, including Washington, D.C. Only Thing of its Kind in the World. By Rev. L. G. Jordan D. D., Corresponding Secretary of the National Baptist Foreign Mission Board. Negroes have written books on various religious and secular subjects but not until August 5th, 1901, did they have a history treating fully of the work they have been and are doing to spread Gospel in heathen lands. "Up the Ladder" is a concise history of Foreign Missions, bound in cloth and paper. Price: Paper Binding 60cts. (1 h $110 It contains 263 pages brim full of the achievements of Negro Christians in all lands. No library will be complete without this new and valuable book A copy may be had at any time by inclosing the cost price in a letter to L. G. JORDAN, D. D., 718 W. Walnut St. LOUISVILLE, KY. ROOMS FOR RENT-Communicating rooms at 2119 K Street. Terms moderate. All modern improvements. Reference required. By Mrs. Rosetta E. Lawson Ontario Beach, N. Y., Special-Sitting as I now am at a window in Cottage Hotel, Ontario Beach, within a stones throw of the splashing, restless waves of Lake Ontario, I am impelled by an impulse which I cannot resist to send a few lines, through your column to my many dear friends at home. My daughter and I slept in this beautiful cottage last night snuggly wrapped in three coverings of ted clothes with windows closed, except for purposes of ventilation, as securely as we are 1 wont to close ours at home to shut out the chilling breezes of November. We are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Thompson of Rochester. Mr. Thompson being partner in the proprietorship of this hotel. The name of the place is Charlotte. It is 7 miles by trolley from Rochester. Misses Gertrude and Pauline Thompson conducted us here after the concert and dramatic entertainment at night in connection with the emancipation celebration which was held in Rochester yesterday. The celebration was the most dignified and creditable one I have ever attended. The improvised chariot of "ye olden times" was replaced by beautiful, yea magnificent tallyhos seating twenty persons each, drawn by spirited and well groomed horses. We felt honored to be invited by Mr. Thompson, master of ceremonies to a seat, and be handed a flag with which to greet the pleased and interested spectators as we made a tour of the city, stopping at the Douglass and Lincoln monuments while a tallyho of little children sang patriotic songs. Between the strains of music from the delightful band which headed the procession and the singing of the children, could be heard the bugle call as blown by Master James F Lawson, bugler of the Washington Colored High School Cadet Corps of 1889 1900 My visit with my friends, Mr. and Mrs. Will H. Talbert in Buffalo has been full of pleasure and profit. I have attended conventions and conventions some to honor and some to dishonor. Following close upon that of the National Association of Colored Women at which there were 120 delegates, was the Peace Congress, Mrs. Belva A. Lockwood of our city, being a central 2 figure, Mrs. F. E. W. Harper and Mrs. W.Scott were delegates to this Congress. I supplied the place of Miss Anna Jones of Missouri, who was absent from the meeting of The Educators of Colored Youth-taking the subject which had been previously assigned her: "Impressions while abroad." They elected me a member of their executive committee and also one of their vice presidents. Tuesday evening July 30th, Mrs. Talbert, accompanied by several of her guests attended a lovely reception of the W. C. T. U. of New York State, given at the Woman's Christian Association building, in honor of the delegates in attendance upon the W. C. T. U. Congress to be held the following day. We shook hands and exchanged greetings with many white ribboners. The next morning the auditorium of the Delaware Avenue Baptist church was well filled with delegates and visitors. This is the most beautiful church in every particular, I have ever entered. I wish I had space to attempt a description of it. The national officers were all present and many friends whom I met as delegates at Edinburgh. I received a warm, sisterly greeting from all. Was called from the floor to be introduced to the vast audience by Mrs. L. M. N. S, evens, president, and at the conclusion of my speech of about five or ten minutes was given an ovation by the delegates assembled many of the local delegates inviting me to tea, to dinner and to spend the night. I dined with the charming family of Mrs. Garretson, President of the W. C. T. U No. 1, in Buffalo and was charmed with the graciousness of not only my host and hostess but also that of their charming daughter, who is a Y President, and their lovely niece, Miss Poole, a direct descendent of John Alden and Priscilla. We returned to Buffalo shortly to take final leave of the Pan-American. The exposition is in the main what one expects after having seen others of a similar nature. The buildings are beautiful as to architectural designs and workmanship. The New England building is most characteristic in every particular. It is the only building I noticed representing an entire section under one roof. Each state of this section has its separate room and speaks well for the culture of the inhabitants it represents. To women this building is of peculiar interest because it is the design of a women. The W. C. T. U. has a fine exhibit—it being representative in every way of its principles and workers. The Negro exhibit, although small, speaks well. After seeing the vastness of the Atlanta exhibit in the Negro building the present exhibit is not in any way so suggestive of the Negro's capabilities as an industrial factor in our land. To see the illumination and the artistic combination of light on the water is worth a dozen admission fees. It is in all of its bearings a heavenly scene and beggars all attempts at description. It must be seen to be appreciated. I stood beholding the scene as those numberless electric bulbs gradually passed from the soft and soothing shades of a balmy twilight in to the glitter and brilliancy of a noon day sun and was lost in wonderment at the genius of man in his masterful use of the forces of nature. I am about planning a W. C. T. U. tour through the state of Pennsylvania. Will leave Rochester for Buffalo, Monday, thence to Erie, Titusville, Oil City, Franklin and possibly Pittsburg, Allegheny and Wilkesbarre. National Organizer, W. C. T. U. August 3rd, 1901, LITERARY SOCIETY ORGANIZED. A 20th Century Cake Walk—Personal and Other Mention. Rockbridge Alum Springs, Va., Special—The Rockbridge Alum Spring's Literary Society was organized (for the remainder of the season,) last week with the following officers: Messrs. J. M. Lipscomo, president; W. E. Davis, vice president; C. H. Bullock, secretary; N. N. Bragg, assistant secretary; A. F. Angel, chaplain; J. H. Smith, treasurer; Wheary Thomas, sergeant at arms. Executive committee—W. E. Davis, J. P. Brown and C. H. Bullock. Membership Committee—Albert Crawford, Frank Nelson, J. B. Randolph, J. B. Broadle. Meetings will be held each Friday night until the close of the season. Religious services were held Sunday night conducted by Mr. A. F. Angel. The meeting next Sunday night will be conducted by C. H. Bullock, secretary of the Y. M. C. A. of Charlottesville, Va., Mr. John F. Ware of Staunton, Va., a butcher by trade is employed in that capacity here. Messrs. Harvey A. Jamison of Lexington, B. M. Jamison of Buchanan, Preston Brown of Charlottesville, James Scruggs of Lexington, James Jackson of Staunton, Samuel Watte, Natural Bridge, Va. are floor men at the hotel here. A grand 20th Century cake walk took place in the Casino here last Wednesday night under the management of Mr. Lawrence W. Tells of Chattanooga, Tenn. The cake walk was led by Mr. Robert Morgan of Lexington, Va. The other participants were: Mr. Andrew Hunter of Richmond, with Miss Mamie Morgan of Washington; Mr. Henry Epps of Richmond with Miss Maggie Robinson of Danville; Mr. Wheary Thomas of Lexington with Miss Anette Coleman of Indianapolis, Indiana; Mr. Preston Brown of Charlottesville with Miss Lula Franklin of Lexington. Mr. Wheary Thomas and Miss Anette Coleman were successful walkers, winning a handsome cake. Music was furnished by Prof. W. H. Beardsworth's Orchestra. The American is read much interest by the sojourners in Rockbridge. Mr. Emmett J. Scott Here, Mr Emmett J. Scott, private secretary to Booker T. Washington, editor of the Tuskegee Student, and unquestionably one of the brightest writers and cleverest all-round newspaper men in the country, was in the city Thursday, enroute to the Council meeting at Philadelphia. He registered at the Southern. During his limited time here, Mr. Scott managed to visit many points of interest, under the pilotage of our Mr. R. W. Thompson. While absent from Tuskegee, Mr. Scott's itinerary will include Philadelphia, New York City, Buffalo, Canton, and Chicago, attending the Business League at the latter city Mr. Scott is Mr. Washington's trusted lieutenant, and fully as enthusiastic as his distinguished chief in yropagating that spirit of usefulness that has come to be known as "the Tuskegee Idea." 475 MISSOURI AVE, N.W. First-Class Accomodations For Ladies and Gentlemen. Hot and Cold Baths. MRS. ALICE E. HALL, Proprietress. HOTEL DOUGLASS. 220 B ST, & 235 PA. AVE. N. W EUROPEAN PLAN. First-class in every particular. MRS. DOLLY A. C. JONES, Proprietress. Washington, D. C. L. G. FLETCHER, Sr. SOLICITOR OF Fire and Life Insurance. LOANS NEGOTIATED. HOUSES AND LOTS FOR SALE. Rents Collected. Office, Room 5 609 F. St., N. W., Washington, D. C. GIVES RELIEF. R·I·P·A·N·S The modern standard Family Medicine; Cures the common every-day ills of humanity. ONE TRADE RIPPARS TAGULS MADE W. H. FISHER DYER AND CLEANER 709 9th St. n. w. Washington 1407 14th St. n w Telephone 152. Gray & Costley, WINES, LIQUORS AND CIGARS, Ladies and Gentlemen's Dining Room upstairs. The best of service guaranteed. 1313 E Street N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C. Chris.Xander's QUALITY HOUSE, 909 7th st. NW. Established 36 years ago. The largest wholesale stock in town of the most exquisite, faultless wines and distillates (in all 240 kinds,) at Chr's. Xander's moderate prices no others can compete in quality and purity with any of his goods. His liquors are absolutely free from fusel poison. (No branch houses,) phone 1425. THE NATIONAL NEGRO BUSINESS LEAGU E. After full consideration and consu 1- tation with officials of the National Negro Business League and friends throughout the country, it bas been decided to call the next session of the League to meet at Chicago, LIilinois, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, August 21, 22 and 23, It is generally conceded that the meeting held in Boston last August was one of the most successful gather- ings ever held in tbe history of the race, and that it gave an encourage ment and impetus to the race in all lines of business in a way that is now or TT em SS forme, = sagy RSS y wel) IO AiR: meme IN Ne) [ips Yt ge ‘a MR. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON apparent in all parts of the country. It is earnestly hoped that the meeting in Caicago will even surpass the Boston meeting in point of attendance, in in- terest, and in permanent value, The citizens of Chicago are enthusi- astic over the prospects of the meeting and stand ready to give those who at. tend it a cordial welcome. Aside from the matter of special reduced rates over the various railroads, reduced rates granted in connection with the Buffalo Pan.American Exposition will offer unusual opportunities to reach Chica- go at small exspense, A ZS as SS ti er hs ot fea iy. to J y » a a HY, ie Ek Jacl ee OW ae 4. Be SZ LZ NY Zo LS SREB OOO A NY LEE Le Yan MR. T. THOS. FORTUNE, Any person engaged in any commer- cial enterprise or properly delegated to Tepresent any individuals engaged in commercial enterprise, is entitled to membership under such regulations as may be adopted. Women as well as men engaged in business should be represented, it is strongly urged that Local Busi_ ness Leagues be established in every part of the country, where no such leagues now exist and those already or- fanized be strengthened wherever nec- essary, and that these local leagues send delegates, as far as possible, to the National organization, and keep in close touch during the year with the oficers of the National organization; ‘hat these local organizations hold meetings monthly as far as yractical; that everything possible be done in these locel organizations to discourage complicated and useless parliamentary machinery, gnd that parliamentary THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON, D. OG. and technical discussions be avoided, as far as possible, with a view to con- centrating time and strength on the eal objects of the organization. Every one engaged in business owes it to himself to take a week or more of vacation each year for the parpcess of rest and recreation and for the purpose of getting new ideas. It is the desire of the officers of the League to make a Jarge exhibit of pho- tographs at Chicago of the places of business of our people as well as of the persons engaged in busipess. These photographs should show both outside and inside views as far as possible, and they should be forwarded to the Presi- dent of the League at Tuskegee, Alaba- ma, as early as convenient. The proceedings of the Boston meet- ‘ing have been publised in book forma by Mr. J. R. Hamm, 46 Howard street, Boston, Massachusetts. A copy of this vclume should be in the hands of every Negro in the country whois en- geged in business, or who is expecting to enter business, The time has come for the race to take along step forward in establish- ing itself permanently and more gener- ally ip the business of the community where it resides. Let no legislation or attempted legie- lation discourage or dishearten us. There should by no doubting or halting Every move should bea forward one. To gain recognition and success we may have to struggle harder and longer J aS, a SS ee $)) a Bar y Ss vi 4 Wj Ne lagiiay i . Lyfe ew YA SX LS Ss WY 3" a Wee Nor a) MR E. EE. COOPER. than others, byt out of the very sirug- gle we shall gain a strength that we can get in no other way. The influence and power of intelligenc, high caarac- terand high standing in the business world, are sure to place the race in the end in a position where it will be hon- ored and treated with justice in every part of the land, Let our watchword constantly be, “forward.” BOOKER T. WASHING [ON, Presi- dent, Tuskegee, Alabama. T. THOMAS FORTUNE, Chairman, Executive Committes, 4 Cedar Street, New York. E, E. COOPER, Secretary, 459 C St., N. W, Washington, D. C. ARPFANGEMENTS COMPLETED For the Reception of the National Ne- gro Business League—Dots and Dash- es From the City by the Lake, Chicago, Il] , Special—The beautitul cottage near the corner of Armour ave. and 30th street, owned by Mr. and Mrs, Cc. R. Johnson was badly damaged last week by fire during the absence of the family. We are pained to note the serious ill- ness of Mrs. A. J. Carey, wife of Quinn Chapel’s popuiar pastor. Mrs, Carey bas long been asufferer of rheumatism The Citizen Committee, appcinted by The Cook Ouunty Negro Business League had a meetiug on the 5th inst., to complete arrangements for the @ tertainment of the National Associa- tion, which convenes in our ci'y Aug- ust 20, 21 and 22. It isearnestly hoped that the plan of entertainment will be properly carried out for a great time is anticipated. The Csck County League will be well and ably represented on the programme of the National Asso- ciation. We congratulate the League upon the selection of Messrs. Lloyd G. Wheeler, Theodore W. Jones and Charles H. Smiley. The choice is a good one. These gentlemen have long been engaged in business; they have made a ‘success of their various enter- prises, and in their earnest and busi- ness like way will give their hearers such addresses as will be interesting and beneficial, addresses fu'l of facts and hinte that the businces world may use to advantage. The safe arrival of Rev, R C. Ran- som in London was glad tidings to his wite and mother who await his return in Chicago. We are eareful readers of The Col- ored American and admire the paper. August 3rd we noticed a columa, ‘‘Lit- tle Colored Americans;”’ perusal of this brought to our notice the following; “The Negro business man is too slow, It takes him too long to give a custom- er 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. Cloan- liness, expert service and speed are the things most needed in the colored man’s place of business.” We agree with the writer, ‘‘time is valuable,” “cleanliness, expert service and speed are needed in every business evterprise if one would succeed. But when the waiter says, ‘‘The Negro business man is too tlow,” we must ask the writer to modify his statement. We invite the author of that statement to Chicago and will be pleased to visit with him our colored business enter- prises. There is nothing slow about Chicago’s Negro business men. We have clean, polite and quick service m our restaurants, drug stores, tailor shops cateling establishments, printing offi- ces, etc., etc., even our undertakers come in for their share of praise in this respect. Not even the Chicago under- takers are slow. M. KB. CONSTAN’S FRENCH FEMALE PILLS, PRICE $1.00. SAFE AND SURE. ' GESSFORD, Sole Agent, 8. W. Cor. 9th and You Sts.,N. W. Washington, D. ©. 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 mem- bers of the race? If you would like to see a sam- ple 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. A Fact. 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 Pen- nsy!vania ave,, Over Davis’ Hat Store, Hours 8 a, m, to 8 p, m. Sunday 9 a. m. to4p. m. tf. If your best girl wants a plessant outing, take her withthe Amphions Saturday August 17th 6.30 p, m. 25 ‘cents. 3 FOR SALE | At Charlottesville, Va. 30 Building Lots, Cheap on easy terms, $10 cash and $1.00 monthly installments. Liberal Discount for cash. Write or see BR. Kelser, President Piedmont Industrial and Land Improvement Co., Char- lottesville, Va. Jas. F. Keenan, DVTVVVTAAABOS Rectifier and Wholesale Liquor Dealer, Elegant Club Whiskey a Specialty; Importer of Fine Wines, Brand- ies, Gins, Ete, 462 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. a ; MERE LY GSS seg \ Reg. Pye adi a ‘ ON SSS Se 4 AS: PS ? BROS J sa Kar SS @ ee G AS Bie oon ap ay ye ue ro HANS! Sh, } at ‘ “Old Bruin,” king of all dark beers, Strictly union made. , Consumers BREWING = § Company Felephone west 1.9 fora case, OOOOO6OOOSSe ©OO46OOOOOG ! T.F. Conroy & Co. Distillers’ Agents and Whc «sale and tail Dealers in Foreign and Domestic Wines and Liquors. 1421 14214 P St. N. W. D. ¥. GIBBONS, WHOLESALE MANUFACTURING and RetalL CONFECTIONER. 523 44 Street, Southwest, WASHINGTON, D.C. Wedding Cakes Made and Parties Furnished at Short Notice, Ice Cream All Year Round. MRS. DR. RENNER SPECIALIST on obstetrics; gold medal awarded tor th science of obstetrics from the University of Muni ch, Bavaria; treats successfully womens complaints and irregularities; privatesanite rium for ladies before and during confine. ment, Office hours from 8 to 9 p.m 619 Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C, Standard remedy for Gleet, Gonorrhea and Runnings | §N 48 HOURS, Cures Kid~ ‘ey ang Bladder Troubles. THE CHURCH OF THE WORLD South Carolina's Interstate and West Indian Exposition, Charleston, South Carolina. 4 Meets in Philadelphia and Carries a Most Enthusiastic and Interesting Prog an— Able Men Make Addresses and the Re-election of Officers Philladelphia, Pa. — (Special). — The fourth annual session of the Afro-American council met at Odd Fellows' Temple Wednesday, at 10 a. m. The gathering was representative in every respect. The ablest men of the race were present. The President, Bishop Walters, was in the chair and presided with his usual dignity. In his opening address he said in part: "The disfranchisement scheme is wrong in principle and unwise in policy. We propose to prove it. The National Afro-American Council has determined to test the constitutionality of the election laws of the Southern States. We have instituted a test case at New Orleans, La., and have retained some of the ablest constitutional lawyers in the country. We believe that the election laws of Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina and North Carolina are unconstitutional. "We are not opposed to legitimate restriction of the suffrage, but we insist that restrictions shall apply to all citizens." This is considered the most important Negro franchise project so far begun. The delegates to this convention number more than two hundred, and represent thirty-one States. * * * The object of the Council is for the general elevation of the race North and South, and the maintenance of its rights on a level with the white race, as prescribed by the Constitution. There were 135 delegates present, representing 31 different States. The morning session on Wednesday was devoted to organizing the various committees and general routine. Mr. H. S. Williams, of B. W. I., made an able address on "The Union of the Two Negro Races." The afternoon session consisted of several able addresses by prominent members of the Council. Rev. Walter H. Black during the course of his remarks said: "In spite of our position as American citizens, we are faring very differently from the way we should. We are robbed and outraged every day in the South, and it is our duty to protest. We have been compelled to see certain privileges taken away, and the signs of the times point to still greater losses in the future. We can stop this, and we would not deserve well of the American people if we did not do so. The South has no right to take from us the ballot box. I know God vindicate our wrongs." * * * One of the most eloquent speeches of the day was made by Bishop C. S. Smith, of Detroit, in the course of which he said: "Ever since the sixties I have been trying to do my part in the elevation of my race, and out in Michigan we have a very bright and glorious future before us. Every man there is recognized alike. Here in Pennsylvania, where you enjoy the God-given right denied our people in the South—that of the right to vote without molestation—you have not one representative at Harrisburg. This is a state of affairs that must change, and in Michigan it has done so. "This Council I recognize as the greatest deliberative body of the kind among us in the country. We want to impress our great functions upon those immediately around us. To a THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. C. certain extent we are our brothers' keepers, and tell me. I pray, where would this country be today had it not been for these old altars of freedom, which assisted in raising the race in thralldom and chains to be free and independent?" The evening session, which was held at Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church, was mainly occupied with the reading and discussion of reports on the churches and the local Councils. Members were also allowed the privilege of speaking for five minutes on subjects relating to the race. Among these were: Rev. G. L. P. Talliferro, C. J. Perry, T. Thomas Fortune and F. L. Barnett, Assistant State's Attorney, of Chicago. Thursday the Council held its annual election of officers, heard reports of its various branches, including a general discussion on education and lynching. The report of the Anti-Lynching Bureau was especially interesting. Mrs. Ida B. Wells-Barnett has charge of this bureau, and because of her absence her husband read a set of resolutions in behalf of her work: "Whereas, the lynching statistics of 1901 show that already 91 persons have been put to death without a charge under oath, a trial by jury or an opportunity to prove their innocence, three of the number being women, and four of the men being burned to death. "Resolved, That this Council appoint a committee to prepare and present to the President of the United States and Congress a memorial which shall ask national legislation making the Government answerable for the murder of American citizens in the same way and to the same extent as it answers for the lynching of foreigners, and further that it propose for the adoption of the several State Legislatures a Constitutional amendment which shall give to the Federal Courts power and jurisdiction to secure a trial by jury to every citizen of the United States." The following statistics were read before the Council, showing the extent of mob violence during the past year: Number of persons lynched..... 91 Number of women lynched..... 3 Number of persons burned alive.. 4 Total. 91 The following officers were elected: President, Bishop Alexander Walters, New Jersey; vice presidents, T. Thomas Fortune, New York; W. A. Pledger, Georgia; George H. White, North Carolina; Dr. George W. Lee, District of Columbia; C. H. Brooks, Pennsylvania; Rev. H. T. Johnson, New Jersey; Bishop George W. Clinton, North Carolina; E. C. Morris, Arkansas, and Mrs. N. P. Mossell, Pennsylvania, Sec- retary, Cyrus F. Adams, Illinois; financial secretary, George E. Wibecan, jr., New York; corresponding secretary, Jesse Lawson, New Jersey; assistant secretary, J. N. Fullilove, Oregon; national organizer, Dr. Ernest Lyons, Maryland; sergeant-at-arms, Harry Shepherd, Minnesota; chaplain, Rev. J. S. Caldwell, South Carolina. Heads of Bureaus—Educational, Dr. W. C. Jason, Delaware; legislation, F. L. McGhee, Minnesota; business, Emmett J. Scott, Alabama; ecclesiastical, Rev. Walter H. Brooks, District of Columbia; anti-lynching, Mrs. J. P. Wells-Barnett, Illinois; literary, Dr. John Q. McDongald, Pennsylvania; newspaper, Charles J. Perry, Pennsylvania; emigration, Dr. A. L. Brown, Massachusetts. THE SEAS DE NEWS A Sensation in Salons Circles—The City Still Wide Open—The Elite Dramatic Club on the Bills—General New Notes An Eloquent Divine. Atlantic City, N. J.—(Special.)—Hotel proprietors, saloonkeepers and their army of help were thrown into consternation this week by the issuance by Justice Hendrickson of another order commanding that the saloons be closed on Sundays. After seeing his first order observed the first Sunday, partly disregarded the second Sunday, and wholly ignored since, the learned Judge has fretted and fumed at what he considers a slight to Jersey justice and has now, in a manifesto bristling with threats, commanded the Mayor to see to the closing of the saloons. The Mayor has declared that he can do nothing and that it is up to the police. The police can see no violation, and so there you are. Judging from the number of saloons open last Sunday, the Judge's order has not even been read. It will be interesting to note the progress of this contention between the Judge and the city officials. The fall term of court convenes September 10, and it will be interesting to note the Judge's charge to the jury, as he is the presiding Judge. The Elite Dramatic Club, of Haddon Hall, gave its second dramatic production of the season to a small but appreciative audience at the Auditorium Wednesday, August 7. The size of the audience did not do justice to the ability of the players. After their successful presentation of "Imogene," it is surprising that a larger crowd did not attend. Those who attended were loud in their praise of the play. The play presented was "Strife," and though the scope of the play did not allow the players to show their real worths to advantage, yet they did grandly. Mr. W. S. Jefferson, as the gentleman of leisure, and Mr. E. E. Jones, as Judge Buttons, are to be singled out as deserving of special mention. Mr. E. H. Bell, the manager, deserves great credit in getting together and training such talent. On Thursday evening, August 8, the Crescent Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar Club gave a concert before one of the largest crowds of the season (over 500) at Fitzgerald's Auditorium. The numbers presented were of an exceptionally high order, being mostly classical. Following is the programme. Crescent Club March.....Thomas Holy City .....Selected Mandolins—L. Washington, J. Williams, A Clark. Guitars—D. Carrigan, J. Davis. Guitar solo.....Thos. H. Ashton Waves of the Danube.....Club Banjo solo .....Thomas Guitar solo .....P. H. Savles Mr. Joseph Green, the famous ragtime singer, took part. There were thirteen numbers, and all were of the highest order. Much of this music was composed by members of the club, who number many composers among its members. It will do well to notice this club in the future, as with its musical talent it is bound to be heard from sooner or later. Rev. Dr. O'Connell, of the Bainbridge-Street M. E. Church, delivered an interesting lecture before the Asbury A. M. E. Church Literary Society last Friday evening on "Words and Their Uses." Dr. O'Connell, though his name is Irish, is one of the best known and most powerful colored speakers living. His lecture, delivered in his unusually deep and masterful manner, was highly enjoyed. 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The best of the social life of Washington and of Baltimore were here to enjoy the cool breezes, to take the refreshing salt baths and to mingle in the sands on the shore. The young people with mandolins, guitars and sweet voices, made the welkin ring on the shores in the evenings, while the older set indulged in such past times as whist, euchre and other fascinating games with the cards. J. MAJOR CHAS. R DOUGLASS. It is difficult to describe all the beauty of this place, the tonic which seems to pervade the air and the spetizing power of the salt water. The central and one of the largest cottages here is that of Major Charles R. Douglass, who owns this splendid tract, extending back from the beach into the interior and running from Oyster Creek on the right to Blue Creek on the left. This cottage is built on the modern style of architecture, but resembles an old manor. The building is made chiefly with the wood cut and arranged on the place, while the finishing is from the best pine and other hard woods. It has eight large rooms with a broad balcony which almost surrounds the house. The front lawn extends from the porch to the beach and is beautifully trimmed and laid out. A driven well is at the rear of the house which, while only sixteen feet deep, furnished almost ice cool water, and fruits, peaches, apples, pears, watermelons and all kinds of garden products abound. Major Douglass and Madame had as their guests, Editor E. E. Cooper and wife, the Misses Merriwether and their two sons, Joseph H. the well known violinist, and Haley G. who enters Harvard College next year. Mr. Douglass is a prince of entertainers and has the happy faculty of making his guests feel welcome and at home. Another attractive cottage is that of Mr. Jos. H. Douglass which is being occupied for the season by Mr. H. C. Tyson and his charming family. This cottage is one of the most popular and most sought after cottages on the beach. The Misses Tyson are splendid entertainers and had as their guests the Misses Anice and Beatrice Lewis of Washington and an aunt, who is visiting them. Among their Sunday guests were Mr. David E. Lane and son, Miss Cheatham, Mr. 'Dode' Green and others, whose names escape the writer. It was on the piazza of this cottage whence the music enchanted the guests of the entire beach. Not far from this cottage is "Idle Hour" occupied by Miss Julia Freeman, her mother and THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. G. sisters. These young ladies have mastered the art of entertaining and it is needless to say that 'Idle Hour' furnished many pleasant moments for those who were lucky enough to be at the beach on Sunday. The cottage of Dr. John R. Francis will be one of the largest on the beach when completed. It is is situated on a knoll near the creek where they get a breeze from two directions Dr. Francis' boys are atheletes and expert swimmers and have built a diving stand about half a mile from the shore where expert swimmers can test their ability and where those who enjoy a dive can go to a depth of twent feet or more. The Bowen cottage is probably the largest and most complete cottage on the beach. Mr. Bowen is a successful business man in Baltimore. Some years ago he purchased one lot but liked the beach so well that he purchased two adjacent lots and has built a fine cottage with nine large rooms, three stories high, large halls for dancing purposes, a dining room that will accommodate fifty persons at once and a parlor that can be used also for dancing. He has a well cultivated garden which furnishes his table with fresh vegetables every day. Being a steward, he has fitted up the culinary part of the house on a grand scale. Two large ice boxes filled with ice and all kinds of canned and perishable goods are kept on hand in J. large quantities. Mr. Bowen takes a delight in showing his friends the premises, his well, the hen house and duck yard and usually winds up by inviting them to take a seat under the great shady chestnut which was so much admired by the late Frederick Douglass. The Cibert cottage is a little distance up the beach and is located at Arundel-on the Bay. It is one of the prettiest cottages on the beach. The Colberts are capital entertainers and are often taxed to accommodate their many friends and patrons who visit them during the heated term. Next to the Colbert cottage are the tents Dr. A M Curtis and family. These tents are so cool and look so inviting that one feels like he would like to remain there forever. There are four tents arranged according to the ideas of Mrs. Curtis in a most attractive manner. An American flag embosses the front of the Colbert cottage and the tents and makes the whole place look very attractive. The flag is the handiwork of Mrs. R. R. Colgert. "ONE WHO WAS THERE " It will be a delightful treat to accompany our boys just once more this season. $75 to $150 PER MONTH MADE BY AGENTS. Elegant premiums Free. Address P. O. Box 570, Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper, MAJOR TAYLOR. Champion Bicycle Rider of the World and Why he is Champion. Because he has defeated all of the fastest riders in the world. In France he defeated the great Jacquelin and in such a decisive manner as to prove his superiority without any doubt. The French call Taylor the "Colored Whirlwind" and no name could be found to fit him better. When he gets going for fair he a veritable cyclone. Taylor came to America on July 3rd and on July 4th (the following day) he rode in races in New York and has been forced by his contract with the National Cycling Association to ride almost nightly ever since. Instead he should have taken at least three weeks' rest after his sea voyage to recuperate after his hard work in France. The consequence of his having ridden so much is that he has been beaten on two occasions in races, not because his opponent is a faster man, but because Taylor is out of form. But he insists upon carrying out his contract to his own detriment and loss. Something no other bicycle rider would do under the circumstances. Taylor had finally to take a rest under his physician's positive orders. Not because he is ill, but to give him a much needed rest. In consequence of which Frank Kramer, his only rival, has been able to gain a slight lead in points, he having ridden in several more races than Taylor has since Taylor has laid off. When the Major appears here August 22nd he will be in his old form and will give a good account of himself in his races with Kramer and Iver Lawson, the wonder from Australia who is looked upon to be the man to defeat Taylor. But we will see what we will see. Look out for the Major when he gets that wheel a spinning An Explanation. The statement made in The Colored American of August 3rd concerning Mr. George Bagwell who was charged with stealing $92 from Prof. N. E Weatherless and of previously taking a larger amount, was evidently an error. The first facts were taken from the Washington Post and the second facts about the $400 were given to the writer of the article by Mr. Weatherless himself. Mr. Weatherless, although having made this statement in the presence two others to the writer of the article, denies it in a letter to the editor over his signature. The Colored American does not print scandals nor police news and it regrets that any part of this matter was published. Mr. Bagwell, we learn, is a representative young man and is prominent in Mesonic and social circles. The money complained of was his own and there should have been nothing said of it in the first place. In justice to him and to his mother as well as to all parties concerned, The Colored American regrets that anything was said about it at all. $75 to $150 PER MONTH MADE BY AGENTS. Elegant premiums Free. Address P. O. Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper, Fritz Reuter's Fritz Reuter's HOTEL : AND : RESTAURANT 451, 53, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 202, 208 & 210 41 St. N. W Washington, D. C, 5 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. 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In re Estate of ) No. 10.28 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 appeal 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 said return day. BY THE COURT: A. C. Bradley, Justice ATTEST: John R. Rogers, Acting Register of ill-iving Williamson and James F. Bnuday, Attorneys for £ applicable. 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That Zion Baptist Church is to have alliterary society. That several official aspirants are waiting—simply waiting. That the whites are moving out of LeDroit park at a gallop. That one Edward C. Allen is preparing to "start something." That the Police Court, is a good place—to stay away from. That matrimonial rumors are the most irresponsible of rumors. That E. M. Hewlett is keeping his eye on the little Justice ball. That John W. Patterson takes to the practice of law like a veteran. That Correspondent W. T. Menard si preparing to take a course in law. That it wouldn't take much urging to precipitate a mighty school war. That Harvey Thompson is "warming up" for the coming literary season. That Lawyer R R Horner, of Warrenton, Va, is to locate in this city. That that Pierce Place scandal was hushed up "the quickest on record." That Prof. F. L. Cardozo is slated to go higher when the school term opens. That Officer W. H. West will be retired, as he should have been long ago. That some Negro appointments would vary the monotony at the Pension Office. That Ohio will organize a state legion with Henry Y. Arnett as president-general. That Mr. S. E. Lacy has enough of picnic managing to "hold him for awhile." That Roosvelt is having another inning as a favorite in the great presidential handicap. That George H. White is to be an auditor of the Treasury, when the President returns. ¢ That Secretary R. C. M. Simmons, has become a member of a prominent westside church. That Bookman J. Hieronimus Wills sets a terrific pace in the selection of Parisian neckties. That the Census Office employers, are looking downward for the netting that they may need soon. That the union card of a Negro printer is "no good" outside of the Government Printing Office. That the hot weather had thinned out the assemblies at the capital Savings Bank Building. That the True Reformers will soon begin operations on their new building, Vermont avenue and Qstreets. That the successful outcome of a certain 11th street wedding, has disappointed a lot of rubbernecks. That a rule in the departments is to believe the complainant and to discredit the testimony of the defense. That J. C. Campbell is banking money for a purpose that he is not willing to confide to his closest friends. That the alley preacher might do some good if he could find somebody who will listen to his discourse. That a certain charming widow, connected with the office of the Recorder of Deeds, may not long remain a widow. That Manager George Martin and Prof. John T. Layton, will make another concert deal during the coming season. That it keeps the boys busy burnishing up the presidential booms they have placed in the political shop window. That Editor A. L. Manly and Compositor C, W. Williams, have abondoned public life since they become beneficents. That some people are advising that a --- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. Q. change will be made in the assistant superintendent in charge of the colored schools, That Dr. J.N. Johnson is delaying his re-appearance until a certain high-grade decapitation takes place—and that there are others, That A. F. Hilyer is determined that history shall be corrected as it is written, and take no chances with the Maclays of the future. That the Colored American's "hot stuff" hirts are the talk of the town, and the folks are kept guessing how we find out so much. That the insufferable egotism of a certain preacher caused Bethel Literary to lose the opportunity to secure Minister Wu as an attraction. That sensible ladies are rapidly overcoming the ancient and provincial objection to taking luncheon at respectable down-town cafes. That Second Baptist church will adopt some of the features of the institutional churches that have become popular in other cities. That the 10,000 excess of colored females over males in the District of Columbia, ought to keep the matrimonia market at a terrific pace. That Rev. D. C. Hill will be returned to the presiding eldership of the Easton A. M E. District at the end of the present conference year. That state subdivisions of the Northern, Eastern and Western Association will be adopted as a means of providing enough officers to go around. That a common-sense treating system is to be introduced, and friends will take a collar or handkerchief together, in lieu of the high-ball. That G. W. Ellis and J. C. Stewart, are reading up on the French Code duello, and that the field of honor may be invoked before the situation clears entirely. That S. E. Lacy, Robert Pelham, W. T. Menard, R. E. Toomey and R. S. Smith are all being groomed by friends for the next presidency of the Second Baptist Lyceum. That women who give their hardearned wages to encourage the company of dudes have made is necessary to enlarge the "foolish house" across the eastern branch. That Willy Robert Pelham, Junior, is keeping suspiciously quiet, but that he has a sensation up his sleeve that will astonish the natives of this classic burg soon. That Roosevelt is not ashamed of the charge that his administration did more to open the departments to Negroes than all the other civil service boards combined. That the friends of Prof. W. H. Richards will take care of him the proper time in a way that will make him as happy as a boy with his first pair of red-top boots. That something desperate ought to be done to those sneaky Negroes, who run to department chiefs with scandalous gossip as soon as a member of the race is given a place. That the Searchlight iso shine again, with Prof. Kelly Miller as illuminator-in-chief, assisted by Fireman M. Grant Lucas and the full strength of the Pen and Pencil stock company. That Prof. Kelly Miller will urge the adoption of a plan of missionary and sociological work among the alley de generates, perhaps the wagon method in vogue with the Central Union people. That Lawyer J. H. Stewart is not disconsolate over the loss of the presidency of Bethel Literary, now that he has landed at the head of the "Ancient and Illustrious Knights and ladies of Jerusalem." That Lincoln Memorial and University Park Temple will combine, with Rev. Sterling Brown as pastor, and that Plymouth and the People's Congregationalist churches may double up in like manner, with Dr. A C. Garner as shepherd. That the flat system for colored tenants will be a failure unless the agents exercise more discretion in the matter mixing of classes and conditions. All Negroes do not look alike nor act alike, and do not associate together. FREE TO ALL! TO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF THE WORLD: Be not deceived by loud advertisements that promise much and accomplish little. 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All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to. 459 C Street Northwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. Sold by all all News Dealers. SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 1901. THE STEEL STRIKE Providence never creates a vain thing. The great steel strike is not without divine purpose. It is serving a mission, the extent of which is not now perceptible. The fact is being demonstrated that in the hour of trial, the Negro is the safest American. He is always on the side of law and order, and is the handmaiden of the standard interests of the country. The mischief makers, walking delegates, union tyrants, anarchists, socialists and enemies to the peace and dignity of society are invariably white men. When capital is in distress, when corporations in the assertion of their rights as owners, desire to fill contracts for their patrons, and when agitators grasp them by the throat merely because they can, the magnates appeal at once to the Negro for help. The Negro responds to the call, because he needs the bread that labor will bring to himself and loved ones at home. It is not that he wishes to defeat any just demand made by white workmen. It is not that he is the servant of those who would grind the poor to powder. He is not the tool of soulless operators. It because the white labor organizations refuse to make common cause with him, and decline to give him the opportunity that is rightfully his to provide for his family. It is because his sympathy is alienated by treatment that drives him to the capitalist in self-defense. The corporation offers bread. The labor union turns him away with a stone. Who can blame the Negro for thanking the Almighty for the situation that grants him what the unions deny, and establishes his power as a labor factor among those who think more of quality of service than of the color of the servant. We are glad that the steel strike has taken place despite the loss and suffering it must bring to the business interests of the land. The contention of the workers is poorly founded, and is the outgrowth of the tyranny that is making for the undoing of unionism. Two of the greatest men in THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. C. the world are J. Pierpont Morgan and John D. Rockefeller. The Negro is their friend, because they rise above the pettiness of race prejudice, and ask for merit, pure and simple, rewarding it regardless of the hue of skin. When we can rally such forces to us, and can invoke their aid in the matter of protection while enjoying the right to work, we have scored a point that will shake the industrial world from center to circumference. The entering wedge is sinking deep. If the laboring unions are so besotten that they cannot see their folly in ignoring the skilled Negro, they deserve the disaster that is rapidly overtaking them. If we are not permitted to make common cause with the middle classes, we must, in the light of self-preservation, cast our allegiance with the rich. The steel strike is a boon to the black people. It may mean an alliance of the capitalist and Negro North and South against the reactionary forces that would govern intelligence and wealth by mere numbers and disregard of law. The hand of God is in it all. Our Methodist denominations appear to be decidedly over-delegated. THE MOUTH OF TILLMAN "Senator"—God save the mark—Tillman has broken loose again, and expelled a lot of "hot air" to a Wis consin audience. Tillman needs praying for. He decieveth only himself in he imagined applause for a hypocritical platitude is regarded as northern sympathy for lynching. No one indorses the outraging of women of any race, and the South Carolinian begged the question when he appealed for cheers when denouncing assault upon womanly virtue. As a matter of record not one percent of the persons lynched are charged with offenses against women. The "Senator" knows it, and the Wisconsin audience which he addressed knows it too. Tillman is a black-guard—the last discordant shriek of an era of hatred in the Southland. He and his sympathizers are to be pitied. In the regeneration that is to come over Dixie, the wheels of progress will grind Tillmanism to power. The forces of civilizaization are mounting the saddle. In antagonizing the teachings of Booker T. Washington, Ben Tillman, arrays himself against the intelligence of his own race throughout the land The Grand United Order of the True Reformers is making a record for itself in the financial world that surpasses anything yet attempted by the race The management of the bank in Richmond, as well as the several branch stores in the different cities, is well nigh perfect. Every one of these has proven a success, and the business done is increasing at a rapid rate. There are now nearly seventeen hundred fountains and within the last twelve months seventeen thousand new members have been added to the brotherhood What a record! All the departments are in good shape and evenwith the large army of clearks employed at the headquarters, they are unable to keep up with the rapid growth of the business. The True Reformer has won and is winning a great victory. The northern advocates of elimination of the Negro in the interest of harmony are meeting with some embarrassments. The National Business League, which meets at Chicago on the 21st, will be a success The best element of the merchants, tradesmen, bankers, newspaper people, and all will be there, prepared to do business on business principles. No incendiary speeches, no meaningless resolutions, no points of order, no filibustering for political advantage—the proceedings will be conducted for the promotion of commercial unity, to encourage up-to-date methods on the part of our men in business, and to urge the enlargement of scope of enterprises in which the Negro can and ought to succeed. Booker T, Washington will be on hand to lead, and his efforts will be supplemented by earnest representatives of the race from many states. From this meeting the race will receive a marked impetus in the world of trade. The attendance should be large, and thus indicate that we are keeping up with the spirit of the times in which we live. The PanAfrican Association ought to secure a foot-hold in this country. We suggest however, where the purposes can be accomplished by existing organizations, there is little need of multiplying names and confusing our friends. The Afro-American must take care of himself, and not leave to others a work he can best do for himself. The switch of the Ohio democrats against Bryanism and the abandonment of free silver is a splendid justification of Grover Cleveland. After all, wouldn't it be funny if the democrats should remember that Cleveland is the only democrat that has been elected since the war, and should again call upon him to lead them to the pie counter? Why not? Cleveland is the only leader of the party today who enjoys the confidence of the real people of the nation. Is there another run in the distisguished apostle of "inocuous desuetude"? The race problem is moving northward. When lynchers grow so bold as to murder women, the time for reaction is at hand. The appointees for Justice of the Peace must be clean men. The place must not be a political pawn. It is in order for the alleged "heathen,' Mr. Wu, to make a few morn observations upon our "Christian Civilization." John Temple Graves is trying to disturb the peace that has for years ex-isted between the southern white women and their Negro servants. Graves should be suppressed. When the Governer of Missouri set apart a day upon which the citizens of that Commonwealth should pray for rain, it is a matter of interest to know if J. Milton Turner lifted up his voice After reading of lynchings in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Illinois, the esteemed Washingto Post is moved to remark that it might be in order for the South to take steps to protect the Negro from northern mob rule. That Indiana preacher who so grossly insulted the family of ex Congressman Martin at the funeral of the latter should be kicked out off the pulpit and ridden out of town on a rail Such charlatans and sensationalists should be made an example of. Thomas B. Reed is mentioned as a possibility for the mayoralty of Greater New York. Why not, although a newcomer? Newcomers, with progressive ideas, are the salt of any community. Reed is the one man who could whip Richard Croker to a standstill. Editor T. Thomas Fortune, of the New York Age, has bought a handsome homestead in picturesque Red Bank, N. J. With Fortune, Bishop Walters and Jesse Lawson located in the state of New Jersey, isn't there danger of "over-leaderizing" that great commonwealth? The Negro of the South and is beginning to be more concerned about who is to administer the laws in his county than who shall sit in the White House, His next door neighbor's attitude toward him counts for more than resolutions passed by a state huddreds of miles away. The Negro can afford to follow the wealthy white man in politics and business. When the better class of whites prosper, the working Negro prosper. The white man cannot benefit himself without benefitting the black man who is in his employ, or gathers from the plenty that sound finance brings about. Mr. Douglass B. McCary, the energetic and resourceful cashier of the Capital Savings Bank, is a happy exemplar of the progressive, high-purposed and capable young Afro-American. His daily life is a symposium of useful and elevating activities. No Washingtonian is held in more universal esteem than Mr. McCary. It is strange how the average colored man will rush to a newspaper office before the ink on the sheet is dry to make a kick about an adverse criticism but when he receives a round compliment the editor is obliged to hunt him up to ask him if he saw the article. Such is life. Republics are not the only examples of ingratitude. All Roads Lead to Chicago, Ill. The National Negro Business League which is to meet in Chicago next week is attracting attention everywhere. There is no doubt but that our people are aroused in a business way as they have never been before. California has been added to the list of States that will send delegations. Booker T. Washington, the President, is reaching out to every section with his Business League correspondence. He is collecting photographs of Negro business men and women and of their places of business from almost every State. An exhibit will be made of these photographs in Handel Hall, 46 and 48 Randolph street, during the week of the meeting of the League. These photographs are to be arranged by States. Business men and women who have not sent their photographs and photographs of their places of business should forward them to Booker T. Washington, at 119 Dearborn St., Chicago, Ill. The meeting will open at 10 a. m., August 21. The citizens of Chicago have the most complete arrangements for entertaining the delegations and visitors. A banquet has been arranged for Thursday evening, August 22, and on Saturday, August 24, the day following the close of the meeting, the delegates and others will be taken on a boat excursion to Milwaukee and return. This is like Chicago. She knows how to entertain her visitors. Persons desiring information regarding hotel accommodations may write Mr. L. G. Wheeler, 119 Dearborn St., Chicago, Ill. PROGRAM OF THE SECOND Annual Session of the National Negro Business League to be Held at Chicago Illinois, Handel Hall, 46 and 48 Randolph St. August 21, 22, 23, 1901. The programme of the National Negro Business League will be as follows: Wednesday, August 21, 10 a. m. Meeting called to order; invocation; address of welcome, on behalf of the State, His Excellency, Governor Richard Yates; address of welcome, on behalf of the city of Chicago, His Honor Mayor Carter H. Harrison; address of welcome, on behalf of the Colored Business Men and Women of Chicago Mr. W. F. Taylor; the President's address; appointment of committees, (a) Credentials, (b) Resolutions and Organization; the Business League of Virginia, Giles B. Jackson, Richmond, Va.; Business Features of the Order of True Reformers, W. L. Taylor, Richmond, Va; What the Twin-City Business Association is Accomplishing, J. A. Wilson, Kansas City, Mo.; Can the Negro Succeed as a Business Man; Theodore W. Jones, Chicago, Ill. Evening Session, 8 p. m.—The Negro Women's Business Club of Chicago and Its Achievements, Mrs. Albreta M. Smith, Chicago, Ill.; Merchandising, Charles Banks, Clarksdale, Miss.; The Grocery Business, William Oscar Murphy, Atlanta, Ga.; The Hampton Building and Loan Association, Harris Barrett, Hampton, Va.; Negro Business Enterprises of Mobile, A. N. Johnson, Mobile, Ala. Thursday, August 22, 10 a. m.—The Drug Business, Dr. Willis S. Sterrs, Decatur, Ala.; Mistakes to Be Avoided, S. R. Scottron, Brooklyn, N. Y.; Merchant Tailoring, L. G. Wheeler, Chicago, Ill.; Colored Business Women of the East, Mrs. Dora A. Millar, Brooklyn, N. Y.; The Game and Poultry Business, Walter P. Hall, Philadelphia, Pa.; Dressmaking and Millinery, Mrs. Emma L. Pitts, Macon, Ga.; Representing the Kansas City Coal and Feed Company and The Wyandotte Drug Company, I. F. Bradley, Kansas City, Kan. No Night Session—A banquet will be tendered the officers and delegates of the National Negro Business League by the citizens of Chicago, Thursday evening, August 22, at First Regiment Armory, Sixteenth and Michigan Boulevard. Friday, August 23, 10 a. m.—Carla 4 COL AMER shrdlu mfwriage Manufacturing, F. D. Patterson, Greenfield, Ohio; Real Estate, J. C. Napier, Nashville, Tenn.; The Negro in Insurance, W. F. Graham, Richmond, Va.; The Negro as a Silk Operative, T. W. Thurston, Fayetteville, N. C.; The Negro Publishing House, R. H. Boyd, Nashville, Tenn.; Catering, C. H. Smiley, Chicago, Ill.; John S. Trower, Philadelphia, Pa. Report of officers; report of committee: (a) Resolutions, (b) Organization. Evening Session, 8 p. m.—The Negro as a Manufacturer and Jobber, Anthony Overton, Kansas City, Kan.; The Logic of Business Development, T. Thomas Fortune, New York, N. Y.; The Founding of a Negro City, S. L. Davis, Hobson City, Ala.; Isaiah T. Montgomery, Mound Bayou, Miss. Saturday, August 24—The Entertainment Committee has arranged a boat excursion for the delegates and visitors to Milwaukee and return, Saturday morning. Officers—Booker T. Washington, President, Tuskegee, Ala.; Giles B. Jackson, First Vice-President, Richmond, Va.; Mrs. Albreta M. Smith, Second Vice-President, Chicago, Ill.; Edward E. Cooper, Secretary, Washington, D. C.; Gilbert C. Harris, Treasurer, Boston, Mass.; E. A. Johnson, Compiler, Raleigh, N. C. Executive Committee—T. Thomas Fortune, Chairman, New York, N. Y.; Theodore W. Jones, Chicago, Ill.; Isaiah T. Montgomery, Mound Bayou, Miss.; Booker T. Washington, Tuskegee, Ala.; Edward E. Cooper, Washington, D. C.; Gilbert C. Harris, Boston, Mass; George E. Jones, Little Rock, Ark.; W. R. Pettiford, Birmingham, Ala.; Louis F. Baldwin, Boston, Mass. Local Executive Committee—T. W. Jones, L. G. Wheeler, W. F. Taylor, Oscar de Priest, A. F. Tervalon, A. F. Carroll, C. H. Smiley, J. L. Parks, S. B. Turner. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Chaplain Stewart From the Philippines. Rev. T. G. Steward, chaplain 25th U. S. Infantry will lecture to the Washington public Tuesday evening September 10th on "The Philippines and the Filipinos." Dr. Steward is a most charming talker and a close observer of men and things. His lecture should attract a large audience. It will come off at the Metropolitan church, M street. Admission 25 cents. A NEGRO FINANCIER. Mr. John Clinton, Jr., President of the First Colored Bank North-His Plans and Policies and his Practical Methods. A new star has risen in the financial firmament and, like the stars of old, it came from the East: Mr. John Clinton Jr., the president of the First Colored Band North, has set to motion agencies for the development of the race that have lain dormant for years. The Afro-American has advanced along all the lines of civilization and progress. In the school room, in the pulpit, in politics and in the field of labor, he is a graduate. It is left, however, for the new and coming leaders of the race to develop along special lines. In every community where there is any considerable number of colored people opportunities exist for just such enterprises as is being so successfully developed and conducted by Mr. Clinton and his co-workers. The Afro-American has been and is today a cipher in the world of commerce and finance. These channels, where the large amount of money is made and where men are permitted to get rich the quickest, are ignored entirely by the colored people. They have been satisfied to sit and sing "You may have all the world, give me Jesus." In the city of Philadelphia, as in Washington, in New Oleans, in Richmond, in St. Louis and many other cities of the country the colored people lives in great numbers. They spend large amounts of money among the merchants in their several communities, but no leader has sprung up to organized the business forces of the race by which thousands upon thousands of dollars are spent, to control it. Coming from Richmond, therefore, a few years ago, it was not at all surprising that Mr. Clinton, who had served his apprenticeship by working in stores, insurance companies and in places where money was to take advantage of the great opportunities which Philadelphia offered for the establishing of a bank. Here he found a large number of intelligent, thrifty and enterprising colored people spending their money by the thousands every day. He found no large concerns conducted by Afro-Americans other than newspapers, ice cream parlor, churches, lyceums and saloons. Being a practical financier, he started about to organize an insurance company and the result was the United Aid and Beneficial League, one of the strongest organizations in the country owned and operated by colored people It is capitalized for one hundred thousand ($100,000.) dollars and is backed by investment stock which is sold to members at two ($200) dollars per share These shears earn 12 per cent annually. Having placed this insurance company on a sound basis, he next organized the American Herald in order to advertise and advance the order of the United Aid and Beneficial League. The Herald is a clean, wide-awake, up to date newspaper. It is ably edited and has a wide and growing circulation. A copy of it is sent to each member at least once a month in order that they SUBSTITUTE FOR A VACATION. PERUNA THE GREAT TONIC. MR. CHAS. NEWMAN, 174 LOOMIS STREET, CHICAGO, ILL. PROP. WM. C. WEBSTER, 17 E. VAN BUREN STREET, CHICAGO, ILL. Mr. Charles Newman, 174 Loomis street, Chicago, Ill., writes the fol- lowing in regard to Peruna. Mr. Newman says: Prof. Wm. C. Webster, Principal of Webster's Music School, 600 Steinway Hall, 17 East Van Buren street, Chicago, Ill., in a recent letter, says: "I have used your medicine and cannot say too much for it. I will recommend it to anybody. I keep it in my school in case of need." A New Man. N. C. May, Oak Ridge Station, Pa. writes: "Mr. L. P. Bailey, whose health was impaired and who always felt tired and haggard, by my persuasion, began to use Peruna about a month ago, and now he looks like a different man. He says he feels 100 per cent. better." N. C. May. Those desiring a free book on the cause of nerve weakness, anemia and other devitalizing diseases should address The Peruna Medicine Co., Columbus, Ohio. may keep posted as to every detail of the work. The Herald has proven a success. Out of these two forces have grown the bank which is known as the First Colored Bank North. A great many thousand shares of this bank stock have been sold and the sale of shares is going at a rapid pace. Mr. Clinton has surrounded himself with some of the strongest forces in Philadelphia and already has the moral support of the solid Afrc-Americans not only of Philadelphia, but of the entire state of Pennsylvania. To him credit is due for organizing the insurance company; for establishing the American Herald and for founding and establishing the bank, which is a chartered institution of the state of Pennsylvania. Mr. Clinton has calle a meeting of the colored bankers and financiers of the country to meet in Buffalo, N. Y.; at the Pan-American Exposition, September the 26th, 27th and 28th. The seven or eight colored banks of the United States will be represented at this convention as well as prominent colored financiers from all parts of the country. The National Negro Business League of Chicago will send delegates and already the call of the meeting has created a stir in Wall street. Mr. Clinton is a man of strong personality and great moral force. He very much resembles, in speech and in manner, the late W. W. Brown. 9 "I took one bottle of your wonderful medicine and have so improved that I feel like a new person. I am very thankful that I got hold of your wonderful remedy. I cannot say too much in your behalf. I had doctored for two years until I felt there was no relief. "My wife has taken one bottle of your grand medicine and it has helped her so much. I find it has improved her health so much that I will recommend it to anyone cheerfully." Yours gratefully, Charles Newman. Nervous Depression. The month of July is peculiarly the month of nervous diseases, especially nervous prostration and other depressed states of the nervous system. People who are at all inclined to be nervous or suffer from weak nerves find this month especially trying. Sultry heat and electrical disturbances of the atmosphere is probably the cause of this. Invalids need to be particularly careful during the month of July to fortify the nervous system by the use of Perna founder of the Grand United Order of True Reformers. He is a magnetic speaker and has the great faculty of drawing people to him. The whole purpose and object in organizing the insurance company, in establishing the American Herald and the bank, has been to bring the financial forces of the colored people of Philadelphia together. The colored people should be trained up to save their money. They should be trained up to put their monies together and in such a way that it can be operated by colored men themselves. Mr. Clinton hopes to see, as the fruit of his work, large dry goods stores in Philadelphia, groceries, colored men owning stock in the street railways and their money invested in every channel where the white man's money is invested. He has the moral support and backing of his race and his work is bound to succeed and bear fruit. Who was there? Well persons who never go with another organization, and people whom you thought had left the city. $75 to $150 PER MONTH MADE BY AGENTS. Elegant premiums, FREE Address P. O. Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. Major Taylor, the champion bicycle rider of the world, will be at the Coliseum August 22nd. His return trip was made at the request of a great many people in Washington.