The Colored American

The COLORED American A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER VOL 9 No. 21. ```markdown ``` J.C. Prof. I. GARLAND PENN, IN CHARGE OF THE EPWORTH LEAGUE OF THE M. E. CHURCH OF SOUTH ATLANTA, GA. WASHINGTON, D. C., SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 1901. PRICE FIVE CENTS. Fleur de lis EDITORIAL. THE GENERAL NEWS. --- BISHOP GRANT ON THE RACE PROBLEM. --- PROF. I. GARLAND PENN AUTHOR AFRO AMERICAN PRESS AND LATE COMMISSIONER. ATLANTA EXPOSITION. --- MRS. WHETSEL WRITES FROM LONDON. --- GLITTERING GENERALITIES FROM THE SEASHORE AND SUMMER RESORTS. --- NEWS MELANGE FROM MANY CENTERS. --- ALL ROADS LEAD TO CHICAGO. # 10 HAIL COOLUMBIA. (For The Colored American.) How art thou fallen, Columbia! No longer Freedom's gem, The former hope of the oppressed Today oppresseth them! Forgotten Washington, Beloved Lincoln—well, Pen, let them rest, make no request, Pen, let them rest; make no request. Shout, Davis down in hell! Mourn, Ethiopia, mourn! Thy grief is just and great. Robbed once of children, now of right, E'en God bewails thy fate! Thy rights are all denied; But the yet the South's foundation Of home and school, of power to rule Lays in thy degradation Thy rights of men no more Columbia's thoughts employ; Their cheerished hopes of liberty Her guns and gold destroy. There's Cuba tells us so; So do the Philippines, No more the same in aught, save name; Her past she now resigns. Ah why, Columbia, why Wilt thou thy birthright sell? Why leave the courts of righteousness To with the wicked dwell? Pray pause, please. nation, pause! No guns and maximite Can you employ to God destroy; You cannot kill the Right. BY FRANKLIN HENRY BRYAN Battle Creek, Michigan, NEWS FROM THE CONTINENT. Mrs. Whetsel Visits London and Mentions a Few Sights, (The following extracts are taken from a personal letter of Mrs. Georgia Whetsel to the editor. Mrs. Whetsel is a lady of large means and for years conducted the largest ice business in St Johns, N. B.) London, England, Special—I arrived here July 1st after a very pleasant trip across the ocean and my stay thus far has been a delightful one. A description of the historical buildings and points of interest that I have visited would take too much of your time to read and mine to write, but I must speak of Earl Court, which I consider one of the most beautiful sights I ever witnessed. It seemed like fairy land with its millions of electric lights, lovely lakes and bridges and the representatives of all races. Through my son, who has a large acquaintance among the musical people, I have met a great many nice people and am having a delightful time. I attended a musical given by a Mrs. Matherson in honor of her son who is home from college and never enjoyed myself better. There is a lack of the racial prejudice here that one notices at every turn in America and I could not but wish that the colored people be treated as well in every city * * I shall leave England sooner than I expected owing to business interests that demand my attention in St. John, N. B. but I will leave here with the most kindly thoughts of the English and the attention I have received during my visit will long be remembered. I hope to visit Washington during the winter and to have the pleasure of visiting The Colored American office. My paper comes regularly and keeps me in touch with the doings of the race. G. WHETSEL. Mr, McMillin's Plyer. (Arthnr Goodrich in The World's Work.) A certain stock was selling at 36 when one day Mr. McMillin was chatting with a number of friends in a broker's office. The talk swung around to this quotation, and all were unanimous in saying that the stock was a bad investment, except Mr. McMillin. "Why do you have faith in it?" they asked. "I'm not sure that I know. I don't THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. know the conditions. But that's my feeling." "Well, if you feel that it's so good," said one, "why don't you buy some of it."? And the others bantered him. Mr. McMillin listened for a minute. Then he turned to the broker and said. "Buy me five hundred shares of——" While the order was being executed the stock fell to 34, and the group of friends made merry over Mr. McMillin's 'flyer.' "Seil it out at half past two to-morrow afternoon, no matter what the price is," said Mr. McMillin to the broker, as he left them. And at half-past two the next day the stock was sold at 394 CITY PARPARAGHS. Dr. W. S. Lofton is spending a few days in Atlantic City. Mr. James R. Moore and family are spending their vacation in Maryland. Mr. A. J. Gashins visited points in Pennsylvania and Chicago this week. Mr. J. W. Van Brakle of the Chevy Chase club, was in Atlantic City this week. Mr. MCKenzie Scott, the undertaker, is still seriously ill at his residence on 2nd street southwest. Mis. Helen A. Henderson, accompanied by friends, spent a few days in Atlantic City this week. Mr. Van Brakle left Saturday morning for Boston and Atlantic City to spend two or three weeks. Miss Lillie Boles of 428 I street, n. w., left last Saturday for Luray, Va., to spend the remainder of the month. St, Luke's P, E. churce will give its annual Fete Champetre at Lake View park September 15th. See particulars later. Mrs. Ella DeLong and her daughter Beatrice are spending the month of August at Natural Bridge, Va., the guest of her sister Mrs. Janie Watts. Messrs. Walter W. Williams, Robert W. McKinley and E. J. Wilson, all of the Penusylvania R. R., were in the city last Saturday shaking hands with their many friends. Col James W. Gray and Mr. Thac. Jackson left the city last Saturday for Saratoga. They will take in the Pan American Exposition and other points in Northern New York. Hon. M. flin W. Gibbs, Consul to Tamative, Madagascar, left the city last Saturday to see the President. He will attend the National Negro Business League in Chicago. Miss Lucretia McDowell who has been visiting relatives and friends in W. lmington and Elizabethtown, N. C. returned Sunday and reports having spent a very enjoyable time. Mr. L. O Posey, attorney and counselor at law, whose office is at 609 F St northwest, in the Capital Savings Bank building, is doing a successful business. He is popular with his patrons hence the increase in his business. The grand union excursion of the Odd-Fellows Hall Associatiun, which was dated for August 17th, has been postponed until Friday September 13th. All the members of the craft as well as the general public are invited. Among the many Washingtonians estivating at Uncle Bob Marshall's Fauquier White Sulphur Springs, Va is Mrs. Blanche Moore of 5 h street, n. n., Mrs. Mame Miles of Eckington, D. C. and Mr. C. F, Streets of the Patent Office. HOTEL DALS The Famous Hotel Dale Atlantic City, N. J., has been re-leased by a popular caterer and he has made great impressions electric lights and fans all through the papered and painted, and the service made its equipment which was rated as the only fine, it now far excels its past accommodation he no fault whatever. The hotel is still under Please write for booklets, Hotel Dale, Kentu N. J. E. W. Dale, Pro Nathani WATSON'S AN IDEAL SUMMER RESORT. I Take 7th Street Car to Chevy Bridge Car or F Street Car, change and Societies, Clubs and Parties are in "Watson's Park." No charge for group Park Large and Shady, Crystal order. For further information call or Warren's concert band will play on the A. D. WATSON has been re-leased by its previous owner, which has made great improvements for cars and fans all through the house. The land the service made more complete was rated as the only first class Atro. Its past accommodations, and we are the hotel is still under the management, Hotel Dale, Kentucky and Arctic E. W. Dale, Prop., Nathaniel Diggs, M. WATSON'S PARK HAMER RESORT. Located on O'C Street Car to Chevy Chase, Chevy Car, change at 32d and Horses and Parties are invited to spend No charge for grounds. Ed Shady, Crystal Spring Wash. information call on or address and will play on the lawn even. A. D. WATSON, Proprietor. 2025 L St. Atlantic City, N. J., has been re-leaved by its previous owner Mr. E. W. Dale, the popular caterer and he has made great improvements for the coming season placing electric lights and fans all through the house. The hotel has been papered and painted, and the service made more complete. With all of our equipment which was rated as the only first class Afro-American hotel, it now far excels its past accommodations, and we are positive that be no fault whatever. The hotel is still under the management of Mr. Nat Diggs. Please write for booklets, Hotel Dale, Kentucky and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City N. J. E. W. Dale, Prop. Nathaniel Diggs, Mgr. WATSON'S PARK, AN IDEAL SUMMER RESORT. Located on Glen Echo Railway. Take 7th Street Car to Chevy Chase, change to Cabin John Bridge Car or F Street Car, change at 32d and P streets. Societies, Clubs and Parties are invited to spend a day's outing at "Watson's Park." No charge for grounds. Park Large and Shady, Crystal Spring Water, Meals served to order. For further information call on or address Warren's concert band will play on the lawn every Sunday-11.30 to 4 A. D. WATSON, Proprietor, 2025 L St., Northwest. THE HOTEL This magnificent hotel will open June 15th for the reception of guests and remain open until September 15th. Accommodations strictly first-class with every convenience; terms reasonable. It is within thirty minutes ride from Philadelphia; trains leave Chestnut street ferries every half hour, fare 31 cents, return booklets. C.A. SMITH, owner and proprietor. For terms address at present, C. A. SMITH, Snow Hill P, O. Camden County, N. J. This magnificent hotel will open June 15th open until September 15th. Accommodationence; terms reasonable. It is within thirty leave Chestnut street ferries every half hour, the owner and proprietor. For terms address a Camden County, N. J. BEAUTIFUL - BREAK BUCK Right on the Chesapeake Bay. The mansgers of the Bay Shore Sunnear Hampton and Old Point, have please will be opened to the public for the season. This popular Resort is undergoing invilion, to accommodate 700 people is no comfortable rooms and spacious parlor and The equipment is thorough, and the service Special attention given to Church, Su excursions. LARGE HALL FOR SUMMER Correspondence solicited. Address. BAY SHORE Hotel will open June 15th for the recess 15th. Accommodations strictly first. It is within thirty minutes ride to series every half hour, fare 31 cents, re. For terms address at present, C. J. L - BREEZY BUCKROE Nesapeake Bav. Sea-Baths. The Bay Shore Summer Resort and Point, have pleasure in announcing public for the season of 1901, one that is undergoing important impulse 700 people is now being erected spacious parlor and private dining, and the service is the best given to Church, Sundav School. HALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTION solicited. Address. BAY SHORE HOTEL CO. P. O. B Right on the Chesapeake Bav. Sea-Baths, Sea-Food, Sea-All. The mansgers of the Bay Shore Summer Resort, on the electric car line near Hampton and Old Point, have pleasure in announcing that their Resort will be opened to the public for the season of 1901, on Wednesday May 29th. will be opened to the public for the season of 1901. On weekends This popular Resort is undergoing important improvements. A large pavilion, to accommodate 700 people is now being erected and a neat hotel with comfortable rooms and spacious parlor and private dining room, is being built. The equipment is thorough, and the service is the best The equipment is thorough, and the service is the best Special attention given to Church, Sunday School and Society picnics and excursions. LARGE HALL FOR SUMMER CONVENTIONS. NO LIQUORS. Correspondence solicited. Address. THE HOME OF THE MAYOR by its previous owner Mr. E. W. Dale, the improvements for the coming season high the house. The hotel has been more complete. With all of my first class Atro-American hotel stations, and we are positive that under the management of Mr. Nat Diggs Kentucky and Arctic avenues, Atlantic City Prop., Daniel Diggs, Mgr. I'S PARK, Located on Glen Echo Railway. Chevy Chase, change to Cabin John, at 32d and P streets. Are invited to spend a day's outing at grounds. Instal Spring Water. Meals served to fill on or address on the lawn every Sunday-11.30 to 4 MON. Proprietor, 2025 L St., Northwest. HOTEL Woodlawn Terrace Lawnside, N.J. 15th for the reception of guests and remain situations strictly first-class with every conveni- ency minutes ride from Philadelphia; trains fare 31 cents, return booklets. C.A. SMITH. class at present, C.A. SMITH, Snow Hill P, O. REEZY CKROE BEACH! Sea-Baths, Sea-Food, Sea-Air. Summer Resort, on the electric car line, pleasure in announcing that their Resort season of 1901, on Wednesday May 29th. Important improvements. A large pos- sion being erected and a neat hotel with and private dining room, is being built. Service is the best. Sunday School and Society picnics and CONVENTIONS. NO LIQUORS. RE HOTEL COMPANY, P. O. Box 364, Hampton, Va. THE HOTEL HENDERSON, Atlantic City. New Jersey. A strictly up to date hotel for the accommodation of first class colored people. It has all modern improvements: large and airy rooms newly upholstered, renovated and repapered. Its location is the very best in a quiet neighborhood and within sight of the Board Walk and the Ocean. The cuisine is the best—Mr Henderson being a professional caterer. Rates reasonable. For particulars address, STACY I. HENDERSON, 120 N. Mississippi Av. Atlantic City, N.J. MASONIC. Bra. John P. Turner of Eureka, left on the 10.h for a brief visit to Alanta Georgia. Brother Ellis Brown, Master of Eureka, is still a very sick man. It is earnestly hoped that he will soon be restored to health. Brother McKenzie Scott is still battling with a serious illness. May a kind Providence spare him many years is the sincere wish of all. Brother F. J. Cardozo, has returned to his former residence, 301 2nd street southwest, where he will be pleased to have the brethren call when in that section. For the second time in a few short weeks the grim destroyer has entered the household of Brother J. T. Beason. First, his beloved wife was called away and now his baby girl is taken from him. Our sympathy goes out to him in his hour of bereavement. Brother William Loyd Marshall, formerly of this city, but now a resident of Newton, near Boston, Mass., was in the city last week, and visited one of the lodges. He spoke in praise of what he saw and regretted his inability to stay longer with us. While much is being said in praise of various officers of lodges, mention should be made of Brother Richard Thompkins of Social. His labors are not confined to his lodge, as he recently conferred the First Degree in Meridian in a manner deserving the highest praise. But that is to be expected of Brother Tompkins. Brother Thompkins, Layton and Nalle have made efforts in this direction, but concerted action by all is necessary. The lodges should take this matter up, Good voices are plentiful. Music appropriate in character is easily obtained and there is no reason why our hail should not ring with melody. Let all music lovers bestir themselves Mrs. Eva F. Craig of Queen Electa Chapter is spending a few weeks with her sister, Mrs. Francis A. Thomas and mother-in-law, Mrs. Mary A. Craig and Oak Grove, Md. on the borders of the Chesapeake Bay and her husband Mr. Samuel F. Craig, W. M. Datcher Lodge left the city Thursday evening to join his wife and two little girls and are expected to return about the first of next week. While the exemplification of the several degrees has reached a point never before attained in this jurisdiction, and while the number of capable workmen is larger than ever, there still remains one feature of our service in which much is yet to be accomplished. Music, that language of delightful sensations, which lulis the passions of men and gives a taste of immortality, should be given the prominence it deserves. There is the usual mid-summer quiet in masonic affairs and masonic Hall is almost deserted, except on regular lodge nights. The weather of the past few weeks has driven many from the city, and those remaining are seeking cooler places than the lodge-room. The autumn breezes, however, will soon be here and with them renewed vigor and enthusiasm. The next few months promise to be active ones in all departments of the Order and a healthily increase of membership is certain: The Special Committee appointed to devise a plan of endowment have com- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. pleted their labors and copies of the "Constitution of the Masonic Endowment Association" are being distributed. The work is the result of splendid ability and careful preparation and the committee deserves the thanks of the craft for their faithful labors. The plan is a splendid one and will in most respects, meet with approval. There are, however, one or two features of it which will encounter strong opposition and it will require considerable explanation or some change on these points before the plan is entirely satisfactory. We are certain, however, that after calm deliberation and thorough discussion, an agreement will be reached. The Masonic Endowment Association in a very few weeks will be an established fact. Watson's Park. Watson's Park is still the most pleasant convenient park adjacent to Washington for the colored people. It is beautifully located with cool spring nearby, shady groves and Mr. Watson keeps all the delicacies of the season constantly on hand. The park is located on the Glen Echo railway and can be reached via. Chevy Chase Circle or Georgetown line, changing to the Tennallytown car. If you want to spend a pleasant day in the woods with your family or your sweetheart, go to Watson's Park. Admission free. The cars stop at the entrance. It Leads Them All. In another part of this paper will be seen the advertisement of the Hotel Dale at Atlantic City, N. J., This is the largest and most complete and most elegantly furnished hotel in the United States for the accommodation of colored people. The proprietor, Mr. E. W. Dale, on account of not being able to give the management his personal attention, would be glad to consider a proposition from some experienced hotel manager for the purchase of this hotel. It will be a paying investment to the right parties. Address E. W Dale, Cape May: N. J. tf. ILLUSTRATIONS CUIS MADE OF ANY THING. BY ANY PROCESS. FINE WORK AT LOW PRICES. THE Maurice Joyce Engraving Company. EVENING STAR BUILDING WASHINGTON, D.C. SANTAL-MIDY Standard remedy for Gleet, Gonorrhoea and Runnings IN 48 HOURS Cures Kid- sey and Bladder Troubles MIDY CONSTAN'S FRENCH FEMALE PILLS, PRICE $1.00. SAFE AND SURE. GESSFORD, Sole Agent, S. W. Cor. 9th and You Sts., N. W. Washington, D. C. A RACE MAGAZINE. 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Liberal Discount for cash. Write or see R. Kelser, President Piedmont Industrial and Land Improvement Co., Charlottesville, Va. 11 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 12 AFFAIRS AT SARATOGA. Distinguished Visitors at Thompson's And Other Cottages—Saratoga Mineral Springs-A Rich Field for the Scientific Neophyte. Saratoga, N. Y., Special—Saratoga is a natural sanatarium. Nature in its design selected a place pleasant to the eye and one to be desired to make aching mortals hale. The purity of air, the beautiful scenery, the lavishments of art, and the exhilerating and vivifying principles of her myriad of springs within and near village make Saratoga a veritable paradise. But to the medical man the springs are of peculiar interest. For it is these fountains of life that make the place the rival of Franz Josef Land and of Carlsbad. The specialist sends his patients to the hot springs of Arkansas or of Virginia, but the general practitioner recognizes the alterative, tonic and aperient action of these waters of Saratoga. The one says "Go wash and be clean," the other "Take of the waters of life freely." But while the therapeutic value of these perennial springs is acknowledged generally by the members of the healing art, and realized by the public, it is singular that the interest of the chemical analyst has been excited so little in them. It is inexplicable why the scientific mind has not turned its attention more to the determination of the elements and compounds that contribute to their respective merits. Excepting a few, e.g. the Congress, the Hathorn, the Vichy, the Patterson and a few others, the chemical composition of the majority is only conjecture. Their merits are known only empirically and not analytically. There are elements and compounds in each which distinguishes one from the other. They are dissimilar in taste and sometimes in appearance. Each has its specific efficacy. Are our chemists lacking in enterprise compatible with the scientific spirit of the age? It may be only inadvertancy that causes them to leave thereapeutist to test by empiricism these abundant gifts of nature. Too much credit cannot be given to the New York physician and chemist whose untiring efforts and patient toil most of our knowledge of these waters is due. The result of his years of experiment with these waters has been made public and is of interest to the scientific mind and especially so to the profession of medicine. Here is a great field for experiment for the student of chemistry. Here is opportunity for the scientific necphyte to win laurels. Among the late arrivals at the cottages we note: At Perry Cottage—Mrs. Williamson and daughter, Newark, N. J., Mrs. Sweetwine, New York; Mr. George Fletcher, Ithica, N. Y., Mme. Virginia Hurst Scott, New York; Mrs. Lillian Bush, Washington, D. C., Messrs. Walter Harris, Sr. and Jr. with their families, Philadelphia At Pleasant's Park St. Cottage—Mr. and Mrs. E. Smith, New York; Mrs. M. Governs and Mrs. Samuel Richardson and son, Philadelphia. We are glad to note the convalescence of Mrs. Lizzie Smallwood Bryan who has, since the recent death of her husband, been very ill. Other noted arrivals to the village are: Messrs. H. B. Ayres, Robert De Medicis and Miss Gardinia Euell, all of New York at the Lakewood. The deservedly famous Thompson Cottage on Hamilton street is maintaining its reputation as the leading house of the village. This house was established way back in the seventies. It has been consistent in catering to none but the best people, and year after year we find there men and women who are known the world over. The genial hostess, Mrs. Marshall, ranks high as an entertainer and deserves great credit for the excellent manner in which she conducts her ever increasing business. The house is the rendezvous for such well known men as Ex-Governor Pinchback, Hon. Charles Anderson, Dr. C. T. Walker, Dr. James Mason and the like. The latest arrivals at this famous house are: Rev. E. G. Clifton and wife and wife, Mrs. G. T. Allen, Mr. E. E. Rawlin, Miss R. B. Tompkins, Miss Butts, Mr. and Mrs. Sparrow, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. AnderMrs. Harry Kemp, Mr. and Mrs. Davis, Mr. Robert Williams all of New York, Mr. I. Douglas Witmore, Jacksonville, Fla., Mr. Andrew Williams, Hampton, Va. Mr. and Miss Goode, N. C., Miss Hargrove, N. C., Dr. Jones, Harrisburg, Pa. ANSONIA HAPPENINGS Narrowly Escapes Drowning—Personal Mention. Ansonia, Conn., Special:—On Thursday, August, 14th there was a lawn party given by the stewards of the A. M. E. Zion church at the residence of the Rev. L. H. Taylor, pastor of said church which was quite a success. The Christian Endeavor Society also gave a lawn party at the residence of R. T. S. Washington on Howard avenue, which was also quite a success. The A.M. E Zion Sunday school and Macedonia Sunday-school gave their annual excursion to Pleasure Beach Saturday, August 17. While quite a pleasure to a great many it came near being detrimental to others. Especially to the Misses Mamie Lennon, Martha Dent, Lucy Green, Cora Miller, Essie Gaynor and Mrs. Alice Ferguson who would have been drownded but for the timely assistance of J, D. Ellis and Mr. A. J. Ferguson who rescued them. The cause of the disaster was the over-balancing of a float. Mrs Clara V. St. John is visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Jackson of 9 Jewett street. The Shelton praying band of Shelton, Conn, will visit the Friday night class of the A. M. E Zion church, J. H. Jackson leader on Friday the 23rd and a good time is anticipated. Officers of the Christian Endeavor of the A. M. E. church were installed on Tuesday, August 20th, after which refreshments were served. An entertainment was given at the residence of Mrs. Jane Coleman on Thursday evening, August 22nd Wooster street, for the benefit of the A. M. E Zion church. A lawn party is to be given at the residence of Mr. J. R. Prince, Howard avenue, for the benefit of the Macedonia Baptist church. Mrs Elizabeth Brown who has been visiting her uncle and aunt, Mr. and Mrs. William L Watts returned to her home in Washington on Saturday August 17. The Rev. Basil I. Watts, agent for this paper would like to have all of his customers to please pay weekly or monthly for their papers as he has to make regular returns each month for the same. The Colored American can be had at all news stands. Call on your news dealer and get it. $'75 to $150 per month made by agents. Elegant premiums Free. Add ress P. O. Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. THE GRAND FOUNTAIN. United Order of True Reformers. An order devoted to the interests of its members, both in their home and business relations. We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged business investment, in enterprises owned and controlled by the Order and managed by colored men, who are members of the Order. If you are sound in health and mind, of good moral character, not younger than three (3) years nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible to membership. There are two Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebud. SUBORDINATE FOUNTAINS. To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age,) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6.00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75.00 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 are Fountain you must be between 14 and 60 (according to age.) as joining fee. If cents per month as dues; if in the city, 80 cents per month. Receive from $6.00 to $9.00 per month, in our family receives $75.00 if you die with Benefit is $125.00 To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age.) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6.00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75.00 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 To join the Rosebud Fountain you must and 14 year of age. You pay $1.00, either installments. The monthly dues are either 14 Fountains may decide. The annual tax you receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4.00 weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will be paid you die within a year. After one year the DD is $37. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, there are classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. A payable annually or quarterly. Amit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.50. The Certificate is valued first year at from $200 to $65. Amit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. A certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $300. Amit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13.50. A fee is valued from date of issue at from $1.00 a Life Membership in either of the Fountain purchase of the required amount of Bank stock of 20 per cent. United Order of True Reformers has paid Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,200. BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order of Urbishing institution that is a credit not on the race as well. It began business April 30, stock is $100,000. The business is the same regularly constituted bank, and is sure safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 per cent. dividends. Both time and demand. interest is paid on time deposits. The report to Auditor of Public Accounts on 1900 and shows its flourishing condition; To join the Rosebud Fountain you must be between 3 and 14 year of age. You pay $1.00, either cash or by installments. The monthly dues are either 15 or 25 cents as Fountains may decide. The annual tax is 10 cents. You receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4.00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will be paid $24.50 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $37. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, there are Three (3) Classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. All dues are payable annually or quarterly. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 yeu dues, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is vali After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 year $9.50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 year $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from da You are entitled to a Life Membership Classe B and E upon purchase of the requ pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of T29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with HALF MILLION DOLLARS. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual dues, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $33. After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Annual dues, $9.50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13.50 Annual dues $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1 000 to $700. You are entitled to a Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in Classe B and E upon purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264.75, over a HALF MILLION DOLLARS. THE BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound and flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Order butthe race as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The capital stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of any other regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by the same safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 a share to members, and pays 20 per cent, dividends are received and 4 per cent. interest is paid is a copy of the Cashier's report to Audite close of business Sept., 5, 1900 and shows it members, and pays 20 per cent, dividends. Both time and demand deposits are received and 4 per cent, interest is paid on time desposits. The following is a copy of the Cashier's report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia at close of business Sept., 5, 1900 and shows its flourishing condition;— Capital stock paid in ..... Surplus fund ..... Undivided profits ..... Demand certificate of deposit ..... Time certificates of deposit Total ..... Every and Feed Store is located at 501 North Members of the Order and the public generally of food products. The newspaper published by the order from which it stands for the voice of the people, representation of the race and is the Beacon Light, the General Agent of the Brotherhood. And job office bids for the work of the people, style and at low prices. Mound, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has published thereon an "Old Folk's Home." Broad-minded generosity, the Order does not members alone, nor even to members famed and decrepid of the whole race, regard. The Order makes itself the trustee for the whole people, black and white, North, their contribution the carrying out of this year is set apart as a Grend Rally Day for awarded to the casnier of the Reformer's Same and account for it to The Grand Fourer and the public, when visiting Richmond Hotel Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. It is in Service is of the best and rates are reasonable department manages and controls all properties now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwelling of $122,500. In addition to these the Order 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 depos.t ..... 96,786 29 Time certificates of deposit ..... 118,424 74 Total ..... 391,120 64 Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1,388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store Richmond, Va., and members of the Order, 20 per cent, on the cost of food products. THE REFORMER is the newspaper public office in Richmond, Va. It stands for the vow operation and combination of the race and the General Messenger and the General Age. per year. A well-equipped job office bids turned out in first class style and at low price. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico O 634 acres of land, and established thereon an examined liberality and broad-minded gen trance to this home to its members alone, m doors are opened to the aged and decrepid o residence or connections. The Order makes charity, and calls upon the whole people, be and West to assist by their contribution ther ide. April 3rd of each year is set apart as a Contributions can be forwarded to the casin who will send receipt for same and account Members of the Order and the public, we invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 900 1 and desirable location. Service is of the best The Real Estate Department manages the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 build with a fee simple value of $122,500. In add buildings. 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 face 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 praiseworby 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. who send receipt for same and account for it to The Hotel Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. It is in a pleasant and desirable location. Service is of the best and rates are reasonable. The Real Estate Department manages and controls all property interests of the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 ho with a fee simple value of $122,500. In addition to these the Order leases buildings. For any further information, address For any further information, address }W. P. BURRELL, G. W. Secretary, Wm. L. TAYLOR, G. W. Master. Wm. L. TAYLOR, G. W, Master, W, Master, }W. P. BURKELL, G. W. A BEE HIVE RESOURCES. ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. LIABILITIES. B. E. RENCHER, The leading colored artistic designer, decorator and wall paperist. Complete Stock Estimates and Samples furnished Work done here in town can be inspected at any time. Rencher, 2211 7th N. W. Wall Papering. Painting. The only COOL & DELICIOUS —ICE CREAM PARLOURS — colored taines and gentlemen is at 1128 7th Street, N. W. Best ice cream and best of treatment. Call and investigate. Soda fountain inconnection. Remember the number- DR. D. W. ONLEY, DENTIST, Has removed from 420 D St. S. E, to 421 3rd Street, Southwest. All work at reasonable rates. Consultation free. Office hours 9 a. m. to 6 p. m. Sundays 1/2 to 6 p. m. W. M. DRURY'S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St., corner L. N. W, Washington, D. C. The River Queen. The Following dates have been chartered for Notley Hall, Lower Cedar Point and Glymont on Steamer River Queen, August "21, Congressional Club, Notly Hall "22, James R Cooper, Lower Cedar Point "23, Elder Ladies Relief Club, Notly Hall "26, Minute Men, Notly Hall Spt.1, Lone Star Social Club, Lower Cedar spt.1, Lone Star Social Club, Lower Cedar Point 12, Knights of Jerusalem, Notly Hall Churches, clubs or parties desiring to secure good dates shou d see Capt. Woollen at once. His residence is 154 East Capitol st or N street Wharf southwest. Buy a Copy. The Colored American can be found every Saturday morning at Black's Hotel, Walnut street between Fourth and Fifth stree's, Evansville, Ind. All the leading journals and race papers are handled there. DID YOU EVER THINK That $20.00 per week Sick and $20.00 Accident would be a very good thing to have around, if only for Pin Money? Special Rates to all readers of this paper. Call or drop a postal to B. H. BAKER, General Agent, For District of Columbia and Virginia. Royal Benefit Society, Room 60 Loan and Trust Building, Cor. 6th and F Sts. Washington, D.C. What The Negro Needs! Reasonable but good piano instruction. Beginners a Specialty. Call on or address J. HILLARY TAYLOR, Studio - - 111 D St., S. E. Fritz Reuter's HOTEL : AND : RESTAURANT 451, 53, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 202, 208 & 210 4} St. N. W Washington, D. C. Now is the time to renew your sub- scription to The Colored American. Don't wait to be dunned or to be sued but send it in at once: THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Notes From Hartford, Conn. Rev. T. W. Henderson of Philadelphia, and Rev, Thomas Tice of Cambridge, Massachusetts, filled the pulpit at Bethel A. M. E. church Sunday. Mrs Mary Taylor of 1512 Waverly street Philadelphia, was the guest of h r cousins. Mr. and Mrs. Ful nore R. Purnell during the past week. The Rev. Benjamin W. Parris, o Boston, preached a very interesting sermon Sunday afternoon at the Peoples A. M. E. Zion church. His subject was taken from the text, "One thing have I desired and that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the Lord foever." The Allen Chaple Sunday School held its annual outing Thursday Aug. 15th at Touisset park, also sailing down Narragansett and up Mr. Hope Bays. Newslets From Narragansett The place is slowly beginning to take on that deserted appearance, common to summer resorts at this season of the year. Only those remain who have a decided preference for the water and its fascinations. A steady downpour for two or three days is enough to dampen one's ardor for the place as beautiful as it is otherwise. Mrs. C. Maston has arrived and is stopping with Mrs. W. Recklin. Mr. Maston seems to be the happiest of men, since Mrs. Maston has reached here. Mrs. J. W. Cooke and Misses Maybelle and May Cooke came over to spend the day and attend the cake walk. The Misses Cookes are spending a couple of weeks with their brother at Newport Mr. Justin Brown while running the elevator at the Mathewson managed to get his foot caught between the floor of elevator and the landing. He was fortunate enough to only slightly injure his toes. While his accident was painful, it is nothing serious. X B X LATE LOCALS Mr. Charles Edlin of the Philadelphia House, spent 4 or 5 days at Atlantic City. Mrs. Maud Eberheart and Mrs. Anna Stewart 1611 4th st., n. w., left Friday of this week for a two weeks' at Atlantic City. Misses Mildred and Annie S. Payne, 1528 New Hampshire ave. are spending the heated term in Westmoreland, Co. Virginia. Capt. Beverly Tucker of the District and a veteran of the Civil War has been re-instated to his old position in the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Mrs. C. W. Lewts of 1619 3rd street, n. w. leaves today for a weeks stay at Atlantic City, after which she will visit Brooklyn, N. Y as the guest of her sister, Miss Amanda A. Cropper. Mr. R. W. Thompson has been dangerously ill this week at his lodgings, 124 L street northwest. He is recovering, under the careful ministrations of Dr. E. D. Williston. Mrs. M. B. Ayling, one of the expert accountants in the Census Office, has returned from a month's vacation, which she enjoyably spent at Atlantic City and at her home in Georgia. She is greatly improved by her outing. $75 to $150 per month made by Agents. Elegant premiums Free. Address P. O Box 570 Louisville, Ky When you write mention this paper. DABNEY'S HAIR AND SCALP POMADE. I have had long experience in the study and treatment of the hair and after having given careful study I know of no preparation so beneficial to the hair and scalp as this pomade. It contains everything that will stimulate the growth of the hair; stop its falling out; cure the dandruff and will thicken and promote its growth. By careful treatment and following the instructions the hair will become soft, silky, and healthy. Full directions are printed on each jar. Where the Pomade is not desired a tonic can be furnished with the The prices are as follows—per bottle, city prices only, $.25; Dabney's Tonlc, $50; Daoney's, $50. Dabney's Dandruff Destroyer per bottle, $75. Imptly attended to. Prepared by J. W Dabney and sold Dabney, 1132 3rd St., northwest, Washington, D. C. Dabney is one of the most successful tonsorial artists in Washington, having business. He attends upon the president and many of the leading businessmen and diplomats of the country. ROYAL BENEFIT SOCIETY I have had long experience in the study and treatment of the hair and after having given careful study I know of no preparation so beneficial to the hair and scalp as this pomade. It contains everything that will stimulate the growth of the hair; stop its falling out: cure the dandruff and will thicken and promote its growth. By careful treatment and following the instructions the hair will become soft, silky, and healthy. Full directions are printed on each jar. Where the Pomade is not desired a tonic can be furnished with the same ingredients. The prices are as Dabney's Pomade per bottle, city prices or Shampoo, $ 50. Dabney's Dairy Orders promptly attended to. by Mrs J. W. Dabney, 1132 3rd NOTE:—Mr Dabney is one of the most a well established business. He attends upon men. officers of the army and diplomats of the ROYAL BEN Washing Incorporated under the Laws of the U. The leading Benefit Society in the Death Membership almost doubled in 10 years. Reliable Agents, male or States, to whom good compensation Dabney's Pomade per bottle, city prices only, $.25; Dabney's Tonic, $ 50; Daoney's Shampoo, $ 50. Dabney's Dandruff Destroyer per bottle,$ 75. Orders promptly attended to. Prepared by J. W Dabney and sold by Mrs J. W. Dabney, 1132 3rd St., northwest, Washington, D. C. Washington, D. C. under the Laws of the United States passed by Act of Congress. Benefit Society in the South, paying Sick, Accident and Death Benefits. Almost doubled in 1900. Over 3,000 claims paid in three Agents, male or female, wanted in all the Southern good compensation will be given. Write for particulars. Incorporated under the Laws of the United States passed by Act of Congress. The Leading Benefit Society in the south, paying Sick, Accident and Death Benefits. Membership almost doubled in 1900. Over 3,000 claims paid in three years. Reliable Agents, male or female, wanted in all the Southern States, to whom good compensation will be given. Write for particulars. James H. Dabney FUNERAL DIRECTOR 1132 3rd Street, Northwest, Carriages for hire. Phone 1727 Branch office Alexandria, Va Washington, Dist. Co A Business Opportunity. An active, energetic colored himself and who is willing to assure permanent position and can earn from ability. The work is pleasant and money. A cash bond is required or call on or address Wide Awake Business Washington, D. C. e, energetic colored man who desires to go into business for his is willing to assume a little responsibility, can secure a job and can earn from $10 to $30 a week according to his work is pleasant and consists in collecting and handling bond is required or the best of reference. For particular Wide Awake Business Man, care The Colored American C. STORE CLOSES 5 P. M.—SATURDAYS 1 P. M. An active, energetic colored man who desires to go into business for himself and who is willing to assume a little responsibility, can secure a permanent position and can earn from $10 to $30 a week according to his ability. The work is pleasant and consists in collecting and handling money. A cash bond is required or the best of reference. For particulars call on or address Wide Awake Business Man, care The Colored American, Washington, D. C. ```markdown ``` The announcement that we of Carriages and Go-carts at every dollar has made us very offer is made unusually attract come to credit as ever. Every this stock of Carriages and Gplete with handsome lace-coverators, and all summer furnitur Grogan announcement that we would sacrifice our entire stock es and Go-carts at a clear saving of 25 cents on er has made us very busy in this department. This ide unusually attractive—for those who buy are wel- dit as ever. Every popular pattern is embodied in of Carriages and Go-carts, and each vehicle is com- handsome lace-covered parasol. Mattings, Refriger- all summer furniture at rare bargain prices. MAMMOTH The announcement that we would sacrifice our entire stock of Carriages and Go-carts at a clear saving of 25 cents on every dollar has made us very busy in this department. This offer is made unusually attractive—for those who buy are welcome to credit as ever. Every popular pattern is embodied in this stock of Carriages and Go-carts, and each vehicle is complete with handsome lace-covered parasol. Mattings, Refrigerators, and all summer furniture at rare bargain prices. 817-819-821-823 Seventh Street N W, Between H and I Streets. --- --- DABNEY'S POMADE 13 J DISCOUNT ON GO CARTS AND BABY CARRIAGES. CREDIT HOUSE, THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. @ S333 33839333353 SS 5555S SSS SSS SS SOOO FOL OL OOOO LSPS OOS OSS Io { BE NOT DECEIVED* RTO THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA. , King of all Hair Tonics, | * OZONO.”’ , e eR — ge Ee iN | BZA a ae =O ee Ee iN Kee IES NSN SS wy me Ci) 7 _- Agee iN ea MAR mw HY, \ Yi OG Eo RBE ONT Le ANE! R FORE. AFTER. BEFORE. oe AFTER \ Recognizing the fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and ” hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing toa certainty that man N of these are frauds pure and simple, we wish to meke a athe bheieward, \ honest statement to the colored race through this great paper. In “the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. 8. M. Moore, through a fortunate \ circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale yor purchase to any extent unti! 1875, when it was put upon the market and “ met with marked success. After a thorough test by the colored people of \ that time it was pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy, true-to all that \ was claimed for it, and worthy in every respect of the confidence of every * member of the colored race, because they found it to cause the hair to grow \ long and straight, soft and fine, and as beautiful as an April morning. Now, \ whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there are always a ~ number of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other \ people’s goods. Seeing our marked success, numerous firms have entered X the market, offering hair-growers and hair-siraighteners, many of which are - worthless, causing the hair to fall out and doing great damage to the hair N and scalp, and the colored people are buying these spurious compounds, \ which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. To ; these let us sound a warning—be careful what you use on your hair. Do not a be deceived by faring advertisements and big words. Buy the King of all eee ae ee re be used onthe scalp. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint é package of Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of % Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all A smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, ete. ¢! The actual value of this Grand Aggregation is $4.00, but we let you) have it for $1.00, simply to introduce honest goods. In order to protect theéy peblic in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we f! ave 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; so f} if the coupon has this trade-mark on it, you will make no mistake. U wr only the coupon having the two heads on it. As to our responsibility, we fi refer you to the Editor of eh pee or to the Metropolitan Bank of Kich- f| mond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not space to pub- A lish. Here is a sample of one: a Boston Chemical Company : f Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have A used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. J have been fi fooled so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. di MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, = Here is another: Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. 4 Gentlemen,—After using OZONO a short while only, I am glad to say Mi that my hair is already straight and growing finely. 4 MISS BESSIE POWERS, fj : 383 Missouri street, Toledo, 0. i \ A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and 4 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 4 “ OZONO.” Send us $1.00 at once, and the goods will be sent the same ¢ day we receive your order. i BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., — / 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Ya. h AN which is sold with an iron-clad guarantee to do all that is claimed for it, or iN we will forfeit $50.00. Now, we ask youa plain question—would we abso- 4 lutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if -on 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 an, Who has used Ozono has been satisfied in every respect. res 20,000 people are to-day using our preparations, and every purchaser recommends Ozono as the King of all Hair Tonics. Ozono will positively ay take ae Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly, Refractory, Trouble- fg8some Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. It will cure AN your head of all itching, worrying scalp diseases. Itch, Eezema, Dandruff, a. and Scurf can not live after Ozono has been applied. It will stop your hair AN from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the fi\\ hair long and soft. ay Now, right here, let us mak? a statement. Many firms are advertising f4% remedies to straighten hair, bu: when they send the preparation they tell fi ou to use hot irons. Friends, do not use hot irons; they will burn up the zt lite of the hair, and cayise it to drop out. Ozono straightens without any F§% 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 4. the hair are seen in a day or two after the first application. Ad The price of OZono is 50c. a boitle—4 boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send a to us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and_we wiil forward to you FEN 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 gy skin diseases. Also Boone all facial imperfections, ‘and actually removes FES small-pox pits. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin “iN Food—Nature’s great beautifier—removes wrinkles, moth patches, freckles, AN and all facial blemishes; makes the old look young and the young look Fe. younger. 5 3 We will also include one package of our celebrated Scalp Soap, which is a ab “lutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but a pure soap should ever oo a ee ee eg eg en ee ee ee ; ‘ / t Boston Chemical Co., | > 810 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. / ae / \er tem I enclose you $1.00, for which please send 2! f 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 f (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worth Svc. ¢ Total, $4.00. / DNAINO occ e sce cece sve secos oct secseries EAOUNO, NNO-.c-->- hi OG iow cain ae are es BU ce es onee RMP ae eee cen : (i MIOUREY oo oS isso se saloon aeees foe ORI oon nee 4 If you want 4 lots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has fj no coupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to cov} / when you send your order. ‘ eee eee nnn nnn nc TT TT en = WE WANT AN AGENT IN EVERY TOWN AND CITY TO SELL e > lass Watch scosttisces soe The Colored America! ' CFTOGEFICK VOUZIASS WALCD scsccasees ror IME ¢ It gives all the news, It belongs to nojclique or faction, but represents the whole people. It tells what the Negro is doing. It isjnot a party organ, but stands for the rights of the Negro. ec aen It reflects the highest thoughts and best achievements. It is not a patent back, put its columns teem with spicy, or'gim® Subscription Price $2.00 per Year, $1.10 for Six Months, —60cts for Three Months, © Terms Invariably in Advance. ‘ For_ Further Information Addrem, THE COLORED AMEKICAN; 14 OZONO. Medical, Dental & Pharmacentical Colleges. Thirty-fourth session (1901-1902) begins Oct. 1 Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges each $80. Pharmacy College, $70. All students must register before Oct. 12, 1901. For catalogue or further information, apply to Prospect Park, Anacostia Now open for engagement. Splendid view, pure air, large grounds, ample shade, excellent water, large, new pavilion, all conveniences. Brilliantly lighted. SAULSBURY BROOKS, Manager. 617 7th Street, N. W. Telephone Main 2272. CLAIRVOYANT AND ASTROLOGIST. Life from cradle to grave. Gives names in full of those you have or will marry; causes happy marriage to those you desire; unites those separated (never fails) If you are in doubt as to the outcome of any undertaking in business, social or domestic life; sickness, divorces, separations, law suits, lost or absent friends interest Life from cradle to grave. Gives names in full of those you have or will marry; causes happy marriage to those you desire; unites those separated (never fails) If you are in doubt as to the outcome of any undertaking in business, social or domestic life; sickness, divorces, separations, law suits, lost or absent friends interest you; if you desire to have your domestic troubles removed, your lost love returned, consult or write me. You will be advised the best way to succeed. Patrons attended to in all parts of the world. Letters of inquiry answered on receipt of two 2cent stamps. MRS. C. CARY 1406 WEST YORK STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA. MME. DAVIS F. G. 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. Oldest established Clairvoyant, tells your business, love affairs, family troubles, about lawnits, 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. aw. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. Town Topics Mr. J. W. Bowen of the Bowen cottage, will spend a week here Mr, W. H. Morris of the Cevry Chase club, spent a week here and made many new friends. Miss Nattie Brown of the McKinley House is spending two or three weeks with friends at Culpeper, Va. Mr. and Mrs. J' B. Hyman, accompanied by their children, Ethel and Leonard, spent the day at Bay Ridge. Dr. J. E. Shepherd of Raleigh, N. C. is in the city, having just returned from the Pan-American Exposition. Mr. Edward E Cooper of The Colored American left for Chicago last Monday to attend the National Negro Business League. Mr. Granville Hutchins of W street, n. w. left for New York last Sunday where he will spend part of his vacation. Mess's. R. T. Douglass and Morgan Howser were the Beau Brummellis of the day. Mr. Howser is not much on taking salt baths. Mrs. James L. Johnson and son, of Nichols avenue, Anasostia, D. C., are spending a few weeks in Greensboro, Caroline Co., Md. Lieutenant L. Washington of company A. 48th regiment, who has just returned from the Philippines, is a guest of the Philadelphia House. Prof, Booker T. Washington passed through the city last Saturday night en route to Chicago to attend the National Negro Business League. The Amphions took a large excursion to Indian Head last Saturday night. More than nine hundred representative colored people were on board. Mr. J Edgar Smith, of the Government Printing Office, has been confined to his home, 1510 Madison street, for the past week, but is now able to be out. Messrs. C. F. Lane and E, E. Cooper are found of the beach bathing, but are opposed to the sea nettles or jelly fish which were in evidence at almost every turn in the water. Mrs. John C. Griger of New York, is the guest of Mrs. R. R. Colbert for the month of August, while Miss Grace and Master Ray Griger are the guest of Mrs. C, R Douglass. Mrs Henrietta Marshall of 12th St., has been very sick for the past four weeek, is able to be up, although unable to be out. The prospect's are that she will be out shortly. Mr. Authur A. West and wife leaves Monday, for Buffalo and Cincinnati Ohio. They will be gone three weeks Mr. Lemuel C. Davis, will spend his vacation with friends in Alexandria, Virginia. Mrs. Marietta Harry Clinkscales the noted pianist and organist, of John Wesley A. M E. Zion church, left August 17th, for Charlottsville, where she will spend a few weeks with friends. Miss Lou G Shorter, has returned from a ten days stay in Ednor, Md. She leave for Buffalo August 28, where she will join her brother and his bride, and return with them to their home in Chicago for a brief stay. Mr. J. T. Harris of 1225 New York 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. EDUCATIONAL. ATLANTA UNIVERSITY An unsectarian Christian Institution, devoted educational, College Preparatory and English High School advantages in Music and Printing. Athletics for and training. Aid given to needy and deserving in October. For catalogue and information, add Knoxville College, DEPARTMENTS—Collegiate, including Classical, Normal, Industrial, including Agriculture, work. SPECIAL FEATURES—Four dormitories. All buildings steam heated and electric lighted each year including board, tuition, heat, light and furnishment. Send for catalogue to REV. R. Center Building and one St. Paul Normal and Knowles Building. Boys' Hall. Stone Hall. Girls' Hall. Model Home. ATLANTA UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, Ga. 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. Collegiate, including Classical, Scientific and Literary, including Agriculture, Carpentering, Printing, Sculptures—Four dormitories for young men, young women, located and electric lighted Location most healthful, tuition, heat, light and furnished room only $5b. Nextogue to REV. R. W. McGRANAHAN, Pr. For Building and one next to it not yet enclosed Normal and Industrial ```markdown ``` 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 $56. Next term begins September 26 Send for catalogue to REV. R. W. McGRANAHAN, Pres., Knoxville, Tenn. 10 Center Building and one next to it not yet erected. St. Paul Normal and Industrial School, LAWRENCEVILLE, VIRGINIA. Admits both sexes of 12 years old and over 20 trade Departments where they their life's work. A full corps of comp in all of the Normal and Trade Depart Terms within the reach of the poor their Board and other bills, amounting work out the same in some departments Trade Certificates awarded all com The grounds and some buildings beautiful. Sessions opens October 1st. For Catalogue and any additional REV. JA sexes of 12 years old and upwards. Has Departments where young men and women A full corps of competent Teachers and I nal and Trade Departments. The reach of the poorest. Students who other bills, amounting to $50.00 a sess in some departments of industry in the S States awarded all completing the required and some buildings lighted by Electric is opens October 1st. and any additional information apply REV. JAMES S. RUSSELL, P Admits both sexes of 12 years old and upwards. Has Primary, Normal and over 20 trade Departments where young men and women are prepared for their life's work. A full corps of competent Teachers and Instructors employed in all of the Normal and Trade Departments. Terms within the reach of the poorest. Students who are not able to pay their Board and other bills, amounting to $50.00 a session, are allowed to work out the same in some departments of industry in the School. Trade Certificates awarded all completing the required course. The grounds and some buildings lighted by Electricity. Location most beautiful. Sessions opens October 1st. THE HIGH SCHOOL HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washington, D. C. TEN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address Rev. J, E. RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., President. GEO H. SAFFOK, Secretary. See 'Rencher' 2211 7th street northwest, if you plan to have high class wall-papering or interior painting done. EDUCATIONAL. stone Hall. Girls' Hall. Model Home. RSITY, Atlanta, Ga. I especially to advanced education. College, Nor- school courses, with Industrial Training. Superior s for boys. Physical culture for girls. Home life living students. Term begins the first Wednesday address. President HORACE BUMSTEAD, D.D. ge, Knoxville, Tenn. Classical, Scientific and Literary Course; Theologi- e, Carpentering, Printing, Sewing and Electrical Series for young men, young women, boys and girls. Location most healthful, Total expense for ornished room only $58. Next term begins Septem- R. W. McGRANAHAN, Pres., Knoxville, Tenn. The next to it not yet erected. and Industrial School, and upwards. Has Primary, Normal the young men and women are prepared for Dependent Teachers and Instructors employed departments. Forest. Students who are not able to pay long to $50.00 a session, are allowed to parts of industry in the School. Completing the required course. Is lighted by Electricity. Location most best. Special information apply to the JAMES S. RUSSELL, PRINCIPAL, Lock Box 149, Lawrenceville, Virginia. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL ALLEGHENY, PA. 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. MARONEY. JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Allegheny, Pa. Principal. 15 16 REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER A Wonderful Face Bleach AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER. both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Guaranteed to do what we say and to be the "best in the world." One box is all that is required if used as directed. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A PEACH-LIKE complexion obtained if used or directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mulatto person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours a shade or two will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin 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, V. $75 to $150 per month made by Agents. Elegant premiums Free, Address P O. Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. THE NATIONAL COLORED Teachers Bureau. 459 C St., N. W. Washington, - D. C. TEACHERS WANTED. 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 Boarders. 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. ROOMS FOR RENT-Communicating rooms at 2119 K Street. Terms moderate. All modern improvements Refernce required. tf. R·I·P·A·N·S The modern standard Family Medicine: Cures the common every-day ills of humanity. TRADE RJRAMS LABULI MARK THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON. D. Q. LOCAL LORE. Mr. Ernest Pinn spent a pleasant day last Monday at Fairfax Court House, Va. Dr. F. S. Belcher of the Census Office is spending his vacation in Virginia. Mrs. Alice Hall, of Hotel Clyde, left Wednesday evening for West River. Md, to spend a week or ten days. Mrs. Ida P. Belcher of the Government Printing Office is spending her vacation in New York and Atlantic City. Mr. R. H. Genus a former Washington boy, but who has resided for the last 13 years in Indianapolis, Ind', is here visiting his family and many friends. He is stopping at 1248 Madison street northwest. Mr. James Ross of the Post Office department, has just returned from a trip to Atlantic City, where he enjoyed the sea breezes and the company of his son, Will C Ross, who is head waiter there at the Wiltshire. Mr. James R. Spurgeon U S Secretary of Legation Liberia, has permanently located his wife and two children at 42 Howard avenue Anacostia, Secretary Spurgeon will sail on the 28th inst. for Liberia. Mr, T. S. Rounds, a prominent young merchant of Georgetown has been spending a few weeks with relatives in Virginia. While away Mr. Ernest L Pinn, a young Business High School graduate, successfully conducted his business. Prof. R. H. Terrell, Principal of the High School and Mr. Douglass B. McCary, cashier of the Capital Savings Bank of this city, have gone to New York City, the Pan-American and Cléveland, Ohio, for a week or ten days outing. Mr. George C. Shaw of 1115 Cst., s.e., was buried from Israel C. M. E church last Monday. Mr. Shaw was 18 years old and was very popular in social circles. Beautiful floral tributes were tendered by the La Tosca and Monarch Pleasure Clubs. Mr. R. Drew, who formerly conducted a livery stable on 2nd street between D aud E, has now purchased the Oxford stable at 1305-1307 G street n rehwest, where he is prepared to accommodate the public in the best of livery and service. Light hiring a specialty. Give him a call. There will be a lawn party at 430 College street, (residence of Prof. Kelly Miller,) under the auspices and for the Day Nursery Section of the Colored Woman's League, Thursday, August 29th, 1901 from 5 to 9 o'clock p.m. Refreshments will be served. Mrs. Isabel Howard will be assisted by several ladies. Admission free. Mrs. C. R. Robbias formerly Miss Jennie Collins of this, has just returned from a three weeks' trip to Greensboro, New Berne and other points in North Carolina; while in New Berne she was the guest of her mother-in-law. After a short stay here with her folks, young Mrs. Robbins will winter in New York. The Royal Benefit Society of this city is doing an excellent business. The company pays sick, accident and death benefits and for those who for any reason cannot afford to pay large insurance assessments weekly or monthly, it is proving a blessing. The terms are easy and liberal and the society is one of the leading and most reliable in the South. 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. EVERY SUNDAY THIS SEASON GRAND FAMILY EXCURSION TO NOTLEY HALL, ON THE Steamer River Queen 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. Office N. St wharf, Clyde Lire. Phone 605-2. Residence 154 E Capitol St, Phone 88-Y OUR INSURANCE Ours Is Best, Be The UNITED AID AND (Incorporated), is the strongest organiza colored people, being capitalized in the vestment stock which is sold to mem cent. annually. Persons are protected fro A. E. OUR PRESIDENT work. It is published weekly and mailed of interesting news matter (not a cheap ptoned scale, and pains are taken that advertisement are inserted in its column first-class journal can afford, and made For detailed information, address HEADQUARTERS J. C 1024 South 20th St. EVERY SUNDAY GRA FAMILY RIVER —THE NOTLEY ON Steamer River Steamer River Queen and Notley and put in First-Class order. All Swings, Flying Horses, Shooting with his Trained Alligator and Built Pavilion which has just been completed the Finest Summer Resorts on the Monumental Orchestra. Fare only Boat leaves 7 Street wharf. L. J. Woollen. Office, N. St wharf, Clyde Lire. Phone 605 2 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 WANTED—Table boarders or meals sent to residences First class and reasonable. 2112-13th n.w. city. 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 cent 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 (neap 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. DAY THIS SEASON BRAND EXCURSION TO— LEY HALL, ON THE River Queen Notley Hall have been greatly improved All Kinds of Amusements. Shooting Gallery and Prof. Thos. Vincent and Button Photos. See the new Dancing completed, making Notley Hall one of on the Potomac River. Music by the only 25 cents round trip. at wharf, 2.30, 5 and 6 30 p. m. Gen, Gen'l Manor. 605-2. Residence 154 E Capitol St, Phone 88-Y Only Thing of its Kind in the World "Up the Ladder in Foreign Missions" 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. Cloth $1.10. 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. ee 2 Feo ly new eRe er - LEE Pit, trees at eth a Uk Pee 75" gt pe ee ee 8 ee ep es The Samuel Huston Colle ze, Acmtin Texas. SAMUEL HUSTON COLLEGE. Brilliant Beginning of a School Destined to be a Great Power in the Education of the Colored Youth ot the Southwest — Remarkable Story of Self-help—Profes sor Lovinggood, its Scholarly and Ener- getic President 1s PuShing to the Front. Samuel Huston College located at Austin, Texas, bas had a remarkable history. It is under the auspices of the Freedmen’s Aid and Southern Eda- vation Society of the Methodist E pisco- pel Church with Drs. W.C B. Mason and W. P. Thirkield as secretaries. The West Texas Conference of the Methodist Epispeoal Caurch has been makirg efforts to get the school in running orcer for more than twenty- five years. The Conference has ral:ed about $5000, the Freedmen’s Aid 8» ciety about $10 000 and Mr, Samuel Huston of Iowa gave $9,000. Six aoree of land in the heart of the capital city of Texas were bought more than fif. teen years ago. The beautiful build. ek ee oe ee te a ca Sie let aes Le ee Bes oe, me ee ete me eee er ae ee ee 3 oe Bok ee ae 2 eee 2 a Aes ee ee eerie ig gape ae Sees ~ : oe ¥ pe 4) SB eee ar a oe, - Perse a =... 2, wale ae PRESIDEST & 8. LOVINGGOOD ing whose cut aprears in this iseue was not erected until 1899, and the first floor was plastered and made ready for use at a total cost for all things of about $25 000, Oniy six recitation rooms aud two dormitory rooms were finished The school was to be opened November lat, 1900 It was expected that only a few day pupils would atzend the first year. A president was appointed in the personof R. S. Loviuggood. He was born at Walhalla, 8. C. took a classical course at Clark University, At- Janta, Ga. graduating in 1890. He also took a course in carpentry in tbe same school. He ran the Atlanta Times for two years, was principal of city school, Birmingham, Ala. three years. Profes- sor of Greek and Latin at Wiley Uni- versity fortive years, President Loving- good is scholarly; energetic, optimistic. He believes the colored people can and should help themselves. When President Lovinggood ; atrived 2 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D.G at the school, he found no furniture, no’ dining hat], no kichen, no desks. Stude ats began to make application to board in the building A house-to-house canvass was made for chairs, quilts, dishes, beds, etc The enthusiasm of the people was arou:ed, collections were taken throughout the’ conference, cot- tages were rooted for the boys, beds were placed in unfinished recitation rooms for the hoys. Other rooms were finished for dining hall, kitchen, etc, As a result, 71 boarders were cared for anda total of 205 were enrolled the first year. Large classes in normal and preparatory work were taught, with 41 in instrumental masic. Six reZular teachers and four assistants wero employed. Though only an ap- propriation of $509 was made from the | Society, yet the business of the school amounted to $5200 in the first seven ‘months, Inareligious revival, every boarding student was converted except one. The energetic efiorts of the Presi- dent, the local board of trustees, and the West Texas Conference aroused the sympathy of others. Through the efforteof Rev. E,O. Thayer, D. D. of Portland, Me. and Dr, W. P. Thirkiel4d, Mr. E J. Burrowes of Portland, Me. was interest:d. He has donated $5,000 to complete the building. President Lovinggood and Dr. Thirkield were to raise $2500. The contract has now been jlet for the completion of the building ‘and the work is now going op. When school opens October 1st, the beautiful building will be completed including | steam heating and eleccric lights. | The outlook is that more than 30( students will ba enrolied this second year—a record that few schools car equal. The school has a large, rich ter rivory. The presiding elders, the pa-. tors and people are enthusiastic Sam ; uel Huston College is a rising star! Dr. Creditt in Cape May. Cape May, N. J. Speciai—One of the largest audiences that ever greeted tha people of Cape May assembled at Dales Auditorium on Sunday evening Au- gust ilth 1901. The occasion being the 4th annual sermon to the Waitermen and Beilmen who sre summering here, preached by the Rav, W. A. Credit D, D,, of Philadefphia, under the auspices of the Macedonia Baptist church The Doctor in his usua! way, preached a flue sermon, Text found in John 12:32, subject, ‘‘Tne power of drawing men ” Qaice 4 number of the waitermen and belimen were present. The coijlection was in charge of Mr. Harry Council ot the Winsor Hotel, who at the head of his men marched into the halt ina body, each one having a badge arranged for the ocassion. The coliection was sixty six dollars and ten cents. Mrs. George Anderson, Chef of the ‘Charlfort Hotzl, gave a lawn party last Thursday evening, which was the fin- estof the season. Cake walks are all the gonow. The guest ssem to enjoy them- selv2s very much, Kev Doctor Kimp was in Philadelphia Thursday. Me. Louis Thomas of Washington, is Cap- tain of the stockton B, B. team. Mies Flora White sang a solo “the Holy City,’ at the Baptist church, last Sun- day evening. ———__- a> —___ Kentucky Beauties En‘ertained. Mr and Mra. Charles E. Payne, of 1630 10th street northwest, entertained the Misses Martha Webster, Mary Hay- deo, Nora Wilson, Mary Allen, Tillie Young and Flo-ence Gibson, charming young school marms of the cld Biue Grass state at tea on Sunday evening August lith: Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. James L, Johnston, Me and Mrs William Davis, Mise Fan- nie Chase and Messrs. W. H Houstos, H. P Staughter, W. L. Houston, and Hon. John C, Dancy, C.llector of Cue- tom; for North Curolina. The young ladies after having speat two weeks in Atlantic City stopped over several days in this city enroute home, and were exteusively entertained by their friends in the Kentucky colony. ————— Two Important Articles. Mr. William Alien White has just returned from Lawton, where he went to write for The Saturday Evening Post, of Philadelphia, the story of the “opening” of the Iadian lands. Mr. Wohite’s vivid account of the mushroom city that spraug up iu anight 1s of striking and timely interest, Lord Balfour, of Burleigh, Secretary for Scotiand, and Lord Rector of the University of Edinburg, wili contribute toan early number of The Saturday Evening Post, of Philadelphia, a paper of offisi«l significance on Carnegie & Gift to S.otland. Lord Balfour is one of the trustees of the millions Mr, Carnegie has given to the Scotch uni. versities. Obituary. Mrs. Albert 8. Moon, one of the most widely known women in Virginia, died at her home in Manchester on last Saturday, and was buried from the Firat Baptist Church of that city of which ehe had been a member for over 30 years. She died at the age of 55 years Mrs. Moon had the distinction of being the mother of six teachers, all engaged in instructing the youth in tnat state One of her sonsis Dr. D. ‘Carl Moon, a member of the senior classof Howard University. A daug- ter Celeste, isa member of the senior class of Benedict Ucilege, Columbia, 8. C,, and the youngest daughter Alma, is astud-nt inthe Hartshorn Memor- ial {College in Richmond. She leaves a husband and ten children to mourn her loss. DURING THE SUMMER We make a Specialty of Scouring and Rapairing Clothing. BENNETT B. SLADE & C0, Reliable Tailors. 1702 E Street. Branch: 6th & Missouri Avenue, N.W eee Pe ae One Bottle Doex It. 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His liquors are absolutely IT from fuseil poison. : «No branch houses,) 42 The National Afro-American Press Association Held Its Annual Session at Bethel A. M. E. Church, Tuesday, August 6th. SENATOR TILLMAN AND LYNCHING SCORED. (PHILADELPHIA TRIBUNE) The National Afro-American Press Association assembled in Bethel A. M. E. church, Rev. T. W. Henderson, pastor, Tuesday morning August 6th. The opening session at 11 a.m. was graced by a large number of citizens who were anxious to hear the deliberations of this association and gaze into the faces of some of the editors whose names they have repeatedly heard and whose papers they have often read. After the devotional exercises president Cyrus Field Adams called the meeting to order and appointed Col William A. Pledger, editor of the Atlanta Age. At the first roll call the following delegates answered to their names: T. Thos. Fortune, New York Age; E E. Cooper, Colored American; Cyrus Adams, Chicago Appeal; H, T. Johnson, Christian Recorder; Magnus L. Robinson, The Leader; Abel Caldwell, National American; Dr Talieferro, Christian Banner; Dr. Barksdale, National Baptist; Rev. Geo. Bregg, The Afro-American, A. E Manning Indianapolis World; C. Asbury, Odd Fellows' Journal; C. J. Perry, Philadelphia Tribune. At the second roll call twice as many more responded and took seats in the convention. The sessions were lively and interesting and despite the heavy down-pour of rain, the attendance was large. H. T. Johnson read an interesting paper. C. J. Perry discussed the essentials of journalism; Mr. C. H. Brooks offered a resolution denouncing Senator Tillman's tirade. This caused a lively discussion as did also the subject of lynchings. T Thos. Fortune, Col. Pledger, Editor Manning and J. C. Asbury made THE PROVIDENCE NEWS. Providence, R. I., Special—The Young Men's Business Club met Tuesday night, August 6 and acted upon the institution of a set of by-laws and a constitution. They are now placed upon a solid basis and prepared for the beginning of all business transactions which may come before them. Owing to the great success achieved by the trolley party of two weeks ago they have now issued circulars for a grand moonlight excursion to be given Wednesday evening, August 28. The officers of the club are: W. H. Scott, president; C. C. Spicer, secretary; William Moffit, vice president; Charles Tolliver, treasurer. The funeral of Mr. Robert M. Blunt, father of Captain R. W. Blunt, was solemnized at the Peoples A. M. E. Zion church Sunday afternoon. Rev. W. J. Holland, pastor, delivered the discourse and spoke with much fervor from the well selected text: "I will await all my appointed time till my change comes." Mr. William Johnson, residing on Dupont street, departed this life Monday after a short but aggravating illness. The Wadsworth street A. M. E. Zion Sunday-school held their annual outing at Palace Garden on Thursday August 8 and it was a perfect success both socially and financially. Some of the features of the day's enjoyment were a THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON, D. C. pointed talks and answered every point in C. C. Astwood's argument of expediency. The address of welcome was made before a good house at the evening session by Dr. Talcott Williams, editor of the Philadelphia Press. Dr. Williams is very much interested in the uplift of A. the Afrc-American and it is needless to say that every word of his able address was attentively listened to and heartily cheered. The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted in Mr Adams being re-elected president; Cyrus Field Adams, vice president; treasurer, Geo. L. Knox; secretary, T. Thos. Fortune; E. E. Cooper, chairman of executive committee. game of base ball won by the Silver Stars; fat woman's race won by Mrs. V. V. Waters; girl's race won by Miss E. Brown; jumping match won by Mr. C. Augustus. The last Sunday in this month will be rally day at the Wadsworth street A. M. E. Zion church, Rev. J. F. Waters, pastor, at which time it is expected that Rev. W. H. Coffey, ex-pastor of the Peoples A. M. E. Z. church and now stationed at Worcester, Mass., will fill the pulpit at one of the services. Col. Perry Carson's Protege Making a Name for Himself. Newark, N. J., Special-In browsing around Newark the other day I ran upon one of Perry Carson's boys in the person of Alfred B. Cosey, Esq., who is engaged in the practice of law in this bustling city and doing a splendid business. I had not seen Mr. Cosey before in a number of years, except at a distance in New York at the Pinchback banquet. He has a fine law office here at 792 Broad street, and enjoys a lucrative practice. Among his clients are a number of white corporations the latest addition to his list of patrons being the Boflay Camera and Chemical Company of Newark, N. J. The recognition of this bright young Negro by a corporation of the standing and character of the Boflay Company is a high compliment to his ability and skill as CYRUS FIELD ADAMS. A PROMISING LAWYER. lawyer for certainly it it did not believe him to possess talents of a very superior order it would have gone elsewhere to secure a legal representative to look after its large business interests. Mr. Cosey aside from his law practice finds some time to devote to politics and as a politician he understands a few things about the game and hence is a very accomplished performer. Mr. Cosey was one of the bottle holders for Col. Perry Carson when the latter played sure enough politics in the District of Columbia and won out every time he said he would. Mr. Cosey has the friendship and confidence of the leaders of republican party in this State and the personal friendship of Mr. Franklin Murphy, Chairman of the Republican State Committee and a many times millionare. He has the backing of a powerful Negro organization of Newark which has both numbers and money behind it and which will second all his efforts to attain to anything he wishes in reason in the realm of politics. Mr. Cosey is an earnest and a worthy young Negro who has risen from the ranks to a position of eminence and honor in the community and as such will be given every opportunity by his friends to make himself useful and incidentally to advance the interests of the Negro race politically. Mr. Cosey is a member of the State Republican Committee and his conduct in that body has always be n dignified and manly. Carson's boys are chips off of the old block. BRUCE GRIT. A Kentucky Sextette. A sextette of charming Blue Grass school marms, swooped down upon the Kentucky Colony here this week, enroute from Atlantic City to their native heatd. The party consisted of Misses M. V, Webster, (veneable chaperone,) M. Moss, Hayden. Nora Wilson, and Florence Gibson, of Louisville; and Misses Allen and Young, of Covington. The Kentucky boys and their many friends did "the royal," and if the party can recuperate within a month it will be more than their entertainers can do. They saw everything to be seen, and reluctantly departed. Asbury Park sea Breeze. Asbury Park, N. J. Special—Mrs. Florence Randolph of Jersey City, conducted Evange list services at the A. M. E. Zion church on Sunday. It was Women's day, Rev. Mrs. Randolph was assisted by Mrs. Mary C. Palmer Evangelist of Philadelphia. Mesdames Harris of New York, Brown and Reed of Philadelphia, Hall and Ayres of Baltimore, and Mrs. Martha Ivins of Asbury Park. It was a grand day, the women Christian Workers, were out in force. Rev. Mrs Randolph preached at 10:45 a. m., and at 6:45 p. m. Mrs. Martha Ivins preached at 3 p. m. Old Zion was crowded all day. Many person were benefited by the services, several asked for prayers. The churches are all well attended. The Bethel A. M. E. church people are working earnestly to make the exposition which opened on the 15th inst., a grand success. Rev. J. H. White has returned from Atlantic City. The pleasure loving people are having the usual number of bails, receptions, straw rides etc. Marrows Hall is in demand and occupied every evening. The Beachfort board walk and other public places are patronized by crowds listening to the charming music of the Beach Bands. The season is now on, and everybody seems happy. 3 Jas. F. Keenan, Rectifier and Wholesale Liquor Dealer. Elegant Club Whiskey a Specialty Importer of Fine Wines, Brand- ies, Gins, Etc. 462 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. A "Old Bruin," king of all dark beers. Strictly union made. Consumers BREWING Company T.F. Conroy & Co. Distillers' Agents and Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Foreign and Domestic Wines and Liquors. 1421 1421 P St. N. W. D. T. GIBBONS. WHOLESALE MANUFACTURING and RETAIL CONFECTIONER. 523 41 Street, Southwest, WASHINGTON, D. C. 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Every colored man owes it to himself and to his children, as well to secure a home just as soon as possible. No matter how small the plot of land may be or how humble the dwelling place thereon, something that can be called a home should be secured without delay. A home can be secured much easier than many imagine. A small amount of money saved from week to week, or from month to month, and carefully invested in a piece of land, will soon secure enough land upon which to build a comfortable home. No individual should feel satisfied until he has a home. More and more the Southern States are making as one of the conditions for voting, the ownership of at least $300 worth of J. PROF BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. property, and persons who own homes not only reap the benefits that come from owning a home, in other directions, but such persons will also find themselves entulled to cast their ballot. Care should be taken as to the location of the land. It is of little advantage to secure a lot in some crowded dark, filthy alley. One should try to secure a lot on a good street and one that is carefully and well worked, so that the surroundings of the home will be enjoyable. Even if one has to go a good way into the country to secure a lot, it is much better than to buy land in an unsightly, undesirable alley. I believe that our people do best, as a rule, by buying land in the country rather than in the city, but in either case, we should not rest satisfied until we have secured a home, either in the country or in the city. No man has the right to marry and run the risk of living his wife at his death without a home. I notice with regret that there are many of our people who have already bought homes; but after they secure the land, pay rent and build a cabin containing two or three rooms, they do not seek to go further in the improvement of the property. In the first place, in many cases the premises, especially the yards, are not kept clean The fences are not kept in repair. Whitewash and paint are not used as they should be. After the house is paid for, the greatest care should be exercised that it is kept in first class repair; that the house and fences are kept neatly painted or whitewashed; that no "pailings" are permitted to fall off the fence and remain off. If there is a barn or hen house, these should be kept in repair and should be made to look neat and attractive by paint and white 4 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. wash. Paint and whitewash add a great deal to the value of a house. If persons would learn to use even a part of the time they spend in idle gossip or in standing about the streets, in whitewashing or painting their houses, it would make a great difference in the appearance of the house, as well as add to its value. Only a short time ago near a certain town, I visited the house—I could not call it a home—of a presiding elder, a man who had received considerable education and who spent his time going about over his district preaching to hundreds and thousands of colored people yet the home of this presiding elder was almost a disgrace to him and to his race. The house was not painted or painted or whitewashed, the fence was in the same condition, the yard was full of weeds, there were no walks laid out in the yard, there were no flowers in it; in fact everything on the outside of the outside of the house and in the yard, presented the most dismal and disappointing appearance. There was around this house not a single vegetable so far as I could see, neither did I see any chickens or fowls of any kind. This is not the way to live, and especially is this true of a minister or teacher who is supposed to lead the people, not only by word but by example. Every minister and teacher should his house, his yard and his garden a model for the people whom he attempts to teach and lead. I confess that I have no respect or confidence in the preaching of a minister whose home is in the condition of the one I have described. There is no need why, as a race, we should get into the miserable and unfortunate habit of living in houses that are out of repair, that are not whitewashed, that are not painted, that are not comfortable and houses that we do not own. There is no reason why we should not only make our houses comfortable, but attractive, so that no one can tell from the outside appearance, at least, whether it is occupied by a white family or a black family. After a house has been paid for, it should not only be improved from year to year and kept in first-class repair, but as the family grows, new rooms should be added. The house should not only be made comfortable, but convenient. There should be as soon as possible, a sitting room, where books and papers can be found, a room in which the whole family can read and study during the winter nights. I do not believe any house is complete without a bath room. As soon as possible every one of our houses should be provided with a bath room, so that the body of every member of the family can be baptized every morning in clean invigorating, fresh water; such a bath puts one in proper condition for the work of the day, and not only keeps him well physically but strong morally and religiously. Another important part of the home is the dining room. The dining room should be the most attractive and comfortable place in the house; it should be large and airy, a room in which plenty of sunlight can come, and a room that can be kept comfortable in both winter and summer. These suggestions are made in the hope that a number of person will see their way to put them into practice. FINE WINES OLD WHISKIES AND BRANDIEDS Philadelphia House, M. F. CARROLL, Prop. Restaurant and Saloon, 348 Pennsylvania Avenue, N W. Washington, D. C. Meals to Order. Everything First Class Billiard and Pool Parlors Attached. Twenty to forty-five minutes from city. For particulars address DR. D. P. REID, 495 6th ave. New York. SOUTHERN HOTEL THE M'KINLEY HOUSE, 489 Missouri Ave., Near 6th St. --- All of them are suggestions that we, as a race, notwithstanding our poverty, in most cases can find a way to put into use. Every suggestion made should be taken up by our ministers, teachers and others in church and school, as well as in the women's meetings. THE LAKESIDE CLUB ENTERTAIN. In Honor of Mr J. H. Smlth, of Richmond. Rockbridge Alum Spring, Va., Special—The Lakeside Club of this place, gave a very enjoyable party in honor of the birthday of Mr. J H. Smith of Richmond, Virginia, on the night of the 15th inst., at Lakeside Cottage. Those attending as follows: Messrs C. A. Thompson, President J. B. Broady, Vice President, Richmond, Va.; W. H. Thomas, Treasurer, Lexington; N. N. Bragg, Secretary, Boydton, Va.; J. H. Smith, W. H. Shannon, Richmond, Va.; L. W. Teels, Chattanooga, Tenn.; W. E. Davis, Baydton, Va.; Mrs. Nannie Scraggs, Miss Nellie Scragg, Mrs. M J. Thomas, Lexington, Va.; Miss M. M. Bradford, Miss Mary Mullen, Washington; Mrs. Owens, Richmond; Miss Anette Coleman, Indianapolis; Mrs. Lucile Irvin. New York; Miss Pricilla Monroe, Augusta, Ga.; all present spent a highly enjoyable evening. FOR RENT- highly respectable family on several gentlemen can secure part of a large comfortable, splendidly situated house in northwest section or single ooms in the same. Every convenience. Address X, Y, Z. this office Legal Announcement. IN THE SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, The unknown heirs at law of Equity Docket Thomas Fitzgerald, deceased No. 50 Defendant. On motion of the plaintiff by Mr. Joseph H. Stewart his solicitor, it is ordered that the defendants, the unknown heirs at law of Thomas Fitzgerald deceased cause their appearance to be entered herein on or before the first rule day occurring forty days after this day: otherwise the cause will be proceeded with as in case of default. The object of this suit is to quiet the title of complainant and other heirs of George Augustus Butler in and to the west one half of lot seven in square eighty in the city of Washington, D. C., and that the said title may be declared of record and decreed by the court to be perfect and complete in fee simple in the heirs George Augustus Butler. Provided a copy of this order be published in each of three successive weeks prior to said rule day in the Law Reporter and The Colored American. BY THE COURT: Harry M. Clabaugh, Justice. TRUE COPY. TEST. R. Young, Clerk. By L. G. Williams, Assistant Clerk. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL ALLEGHENY, PA. A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations. Tailering, 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. Capable and proficient theacher wanting good paying positions, may hear of some hing very much to their advantage by dropping a card to the National Colored Teachers' Bureau, 459 C St. N W. this city Recorder Cheatham is in North Carolina. HOTEL AND RESTAURANTS Liquors of all kinds. Choice Cigars. Kipgsbridge, New York. Go to KINGSBRIDGE for the summer—situated on Harlem river and near the Hudson. High land, boating, fishing, crabbing, croqueting, trolley rides, etc., etc. Good board, stea. heat and electric bells, Home c nfort, moderate prices. 311 Pa. Ave., nw. Washington, D. C. Fine wines liquors, cigars and tobacco. First-class accommodations for all. An up to date Hotel for colored people. Rooms neatly furnished, linens clean, and prices within reach of all. Meals and Lunches served at all hours. Wines, Liquors and Cigars -A full line of the choicest liquors, the best brands of cigars and the coolest beer in Washington. BROWN & SMITH, Proprietors. SMITH CAFE LADIES AND GENTLEMEN'S DINING ROOM. BOARD BY THE DAY OR V. EEE. A. M. SMITH, 470 Missouri Ave. Proprietress. 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 noed men as Frederick Douglass, Booker T. Washington, B. K Bruce, Macco, 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. $75. to $150 per month made by Agents. Elegant premiums Free. Address P. O. Box 570, Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. THE RACE QUESTION. How Former City Councilman Locks Upon the Democrats' Paramount Issue. [From The Baltimore American, August 19th] Dr. J. Marcus Cargill, colored ex-city councilman from the old Keventh ward, in speaking of the Democrat platform, says: "I believe in voting for the best man for office, regardless of party, in clean-cut issue for both parties without appeal to race or class prejudice, so that thoughtful men, white and black, may properly and freely voice their sentiments in an election. "To the charge of ignorance, in a limited sense we plead guilty; as to being prejudiced against the white man, we demur. The record of the past shows that there has existed an affinity and respect for white men and their families: I state what I believe to be true in claiming that the Negro has ap 业 preciation and respect for our white fellow-citizens. If the Negro has prejudice against political actions of the Democraic party, it simply shows that the Negro knows what is best for him as well as any other Marylander does. The Negro knows that political actions are for the benefit of political combinations, at whatever cost, but it seems to be an unfair thing to make the Negro an issue, on the plea that the Negro in Maryland is prejudiced to the white man. "We believe that white men should defend the Negro rather than regard him as an enemy; he is the most trustworthy member of the American makeup. I would say to the white man that the Negro is not his personal enemy; but, on the contrary, his friend as contact from slavery time down shows and his interest in the well-being and material welfare of our white friends as far as his opportunities would allow. It is hurtful to the better element of colored people to be charged with crimes, etc., of which they are not guilty. When the race question is brought forth as an issue, the Negro would not be sincere if he did not vote and act for his political existence. "The Negro will stay here and contend for his legal and political rights until those who are opposed to him shall see the injustice of ill-treatment politically, and his friends and opponents come to rescue the Negro as a citizen, and be inspired to a higher confidence and humanitarian regard for the Negro. "So far as disfanchisement of the Negrois concerned, when on the ground of illiteracy, without favoring others of same class, the Negro has no reasonable objection and will willingly accept the condition. The absurdity of the arrangement that the Negro will control in Maryland politics needs no reply." THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Renders a Drama Adapted from the French and Concludes the Entertainment with a Ball—"Strife" to be Reproduced by the Elite Dramatic Club Atlantic City Notes. Atlantic City, N. J. Special:—Society here was up and astire this week, there being several social affairs of a minor nature and two large Balls. On Wednesday, August 18, the Brighton Dramatic and Concert Company gave a grand dramatic entertainment, concert and ball. The Play, "Two Can Play at That Game," adapted from the French was produced and it is to safe to say, notwithstanding the great number of acknowledged ability down here none have done better than these performers who produced this play. The leading parts were portrayed by Mr. A. H. Jackson, and Miss M. L. Delasparre who did great credit to their parts. The scenes are laid in France: Time, Now. And the play has all the piquant flavor of the French comedy. Mr. Edward Webster and Miss Ida A. Burrill sang some very good selections. the song, "I Love You So," by Miss Burrill comin for any amount of applause. The affair was enjoyed immensely by the many who were present. On Thursday the 19th, "The Headwaiters" gave their first annual ball and it is safe to say that this affair was one of the swellest, in fact, the swellest ever held on the Island. The hall was tastefully decorated, being a regular flower garden. Ferns, and palms nud sweet smelling roses, geraniums were tastefully distributed about the room. All of the decorative art was employed and no expense was spared to make this affair the success it was. The social leaders of the Island all were present and this ball represented more nearly the "400" of the Island than any similar affair before. Wine and good cheer went hand in hand and many were the happy toasts said and many the pleasant responses. The women were all handsomely gowned and it is hard to single out any as being better dressed than the other. Prominent among those present may be mentioned Mr. and Mrs. Elam. Mrs. Elam was dressed in a plain white with lace trimmings, Mr. and Mrs. Marrow. Mrs. Marrow was handsomely gowned and was resplendent with diamonds and pearls. Mr. Bob Rush had a table all to himself and had as his guests a dozen of his hotel guests from the "Chelsea" of which he is head-walter. Mr. and Mrs. Gibson, Mr. Libscomb and Miss Wood, Mr. Payne, Miss Curtis of Philadelphia, Mr. Creswell, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas, Mrs. S. a mond and son. Mrs. B.J Fizgerald was declared by many to be the best dressed lady present which was saying much. She was dressed in a fine all-over jet Point D'Esprit trimming with a pearl necklace. It would be impossible in my limited space to describe the dress or to name everyone present. It is sufficient to say that this was the best dressed gathering and the most representative society gathering ever assembled here. Everybody laying pretentions to any standing in society was present. There was plenty of dancing and the song—"We won't go home 'fore morning," was truthfully lived up to as the last merry makers did not leave before five a.m. The officers of this association are: R. L. Libscomb, Pres, C. L. Furguson, Sect. Joseph McGwinn, Treas. Reception Committee: R. B Williams, W. S. Gibson, S. H. Smother. Committee of Arrangements: W. H. Marrow, Chair- man, B. T. Parker, Sec., G. W. Newton, Treas., and A. J. Carter The Elite Dramatic Club in response to the public demand to reproduce the drama, "Srife" with a prologue written by Mr E. E Jones, the stage manager, September the 11th. Miss Eliza Baxley, the 11-year-old actress, will portray the character Mary Harris." Miss Eva Faxley will assume the difficult role of the "Judge's Ward." Miss Lula McEldery will act as "Judge Henry's Mother" and Miss Cora Green will be Maid. All of these ladies are experienced in their art, and it is safe to prophecy a success for them. NOTES. Mr. Wm J. Edelir, the genial manager of the Philadelphia House and Mr. Owen Shelvey, the Mixologist, of the Personal Liberty Club, both of Washington, D.C. were seen going an awful pace. They have been away on a ten-day trip and in their journey took in Pittsburg, Buffalo, and Atlantic City. Following are the hotel arrivals at the Roselle Cottage: R. B Thompson wife and two sons of Alex andria, Va., Miss Selina and Miss Therosa Harman of Gormatown, Pa, Miss Agnes Johnson of Pittsburg, Pa. and Mr. John A Clark of Philadelphia Miss Johnson will soon leave on a visit to Harrisburg, Pa. SUMMER RESORTS. ADAMS HOUSE 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 KEEN'S COTTAGE. 1713 ARCTIC AVE. Atlantic City, N J., is only 2 blocks from ithe. depot, and is up to date in every appointmentr Cuisine can not be excelled. S. A. KEEN, Proprietor. Atlantic ity, New Jersey. CROWNSVILLE COTTAGE is an attractive place to spend the hot weather. It is a high and pleasantly situated farmhouse on the Annapolis railway. It is seven miles this side of Annapolis and only an hour's ride from Washington via B. and O. B & P Railroad. First-class table and good beds. Can accommodate new families. For further information write Mr. JNO T JOHNSON, Crownsville, Anne Arundel Co., Md.; or enquire of Mrs. Webb, 1036 3rd Street, northwest. $75 to $150 per month made by agents. Elegant premiums Free. Address P O Box 570 Louisville, Ky. 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The last place he visited was Day township, in Cass county, Michigan, which, he says, has a population two-thirds of which are colored people, owning farms covering an area of eight by twenty miles, all under cultivation. The township has five mixed schools and three churches, the majority of the schools employing colored teachers. The Bishop is a strong advocate of agriculturla pursuits for the colored BISHOP ABRAM GRANT. man, and urges his people to avail themselves of every opportunity to get a share of the highly-productive soil to be had in farms in most parts of the North and West, especially in the States of Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. "I see no reason," said the bishop, "why my people should remain in any section of country where their rights are abridged and disfranchising methods are employed and other discrimination is shown, when they are welcome to become citizens of the states mentioned if they are thrifty and industrious. The large cities of the country are overrun with the laboring classes, and it is not advisable for any people to locate in such surroundings, where it costs so much to live, and in many instances they must live on credit, for the reason that they can not get employment. The sooner we learn to get lands and settle on them and become permanent freeholders the sooner the present contention with reference to the Negro's citizenship will be annihilated. Of course, this will be true where State governments are disposed to be fair, but in such a case as referred to by Congressman Bowle, of Alabama, where he shows that the total amount of poll tax for twelve counties in Alabama paid in by the whites for the year 1899 1900 was $8,889. and by the Negroes $15,316.56, we would have reason to entertain some doubts as to whehure, any requirement demanded of the Negro would give satisfaction. It has given me much pleasure to read the editorial in The News entitled "Tillman and Washington." It indicates that there is a sentiment in the country that will demand that justice be done even to the helpless. I am also gratified that so able a man as Senator McLaurin has taken Senator Tillman in hand, THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. for he has done the race more injury than any man living, and his attacks have been made against a part of the people who have no means of defense. "When he is generously tolerated as a teacher on the lecture platform in a state like Wisconsin it makes the thinkers of the race somewhat nervous. Senator McLaurin represents the other class of Southern people, who are willing to see that justice is meted out to all alike. I have just received a communication from San Antonio, Tex., stating Col. George W. Breckenridge has entirely given $20,000 with which to erect a school building for the colored people of that city. He is another one of this class to which I refer, as I know him personally." The bishop is making preparations for the holding of his conferences, which convene as following; Ontario conference, August 28, at Hamilton, Ontario; Indiana conference, September 4, at Crawfordsville; Michigan conference, September 11, at South Bend, Ind., Iowa conference, September 18, at Chicago; Illinois conference, September 25, at Danville, Ill. Happenings in Hartford. Hartford, Conn., Special:Mr. and Mrs. V.E.Davis of 300 Farrington ave. announce the marriage of their daughter Miss Carrie E., to Mr. James A. Wilson of Hartford, formerly of Virginia. Mrs. L. Carter, of 36 S. Prospect street and Miss Mabel Freeman spent a few days in New York City last week. Mrs. Major left on the 13th for Philadelphia for a few weeks and on her return will visit in Bridgeport, Conn. Miss Bessie Taylor spent a few days in Wooster, Mass., the guest of Miss Dazzie Morris, niece of Rev. L. H. Taylor. She met Major Taylor who was at home resting after his recent bicycle victories. The members of the Capital City Band gave a reception in honor of their new leader and instructor, Mr. Fred Major of Newbern, N. C., at the residence of Mr. Benjamin Clark 37 Liberty street. Mr. Major comes well recommended as a musician. Refreshments were served and several selections rendered by the band. Mr. L, S. Johnson left August 17th for Boston to spend his vacation. He will be the guest of Mr. and Mrs W. G. Green of that city. Miss Lucy Winston and sister left on the 17th for Narragansett Pier. R. I., to spend a two week's vacation. Mrs. William H. Jack lin is visiting her husband's relatives in Fishkill, N. Y. She will be joined by her husband in September. Miss Hattie B. Woods of Bellvue street is taking a two weeks' vacation. The Buckeye News. Cincinnati, O., Special: Mrs. George H. Jackson entertained in honor of Miss Syphax of Washington on Thursday, August 1st at her magnificent residence on Almo Place, Walnut Hills. Those present were Mrs. Scott Berry, Mrs. John H. 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W., Washington,D.C Capital $50,000 Hon. Jno, R. Lynch, President. L. C. Bailey, Treasurer. J. A. Johnson, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Directors: Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. S. Lofton, Whitefield McKinlay, L. C. Bailey, Robt. H. Terrell, W. S, Montgomery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre, HenryE. Baker, Robt. Williams J. T. Bradford, Dr. W. A. Warfield, J. A. Johnson, Dr. A. W. Tancil, Howard H. Williams. Deposits received from 10 cents up-ward. Interest allowed on $5.00 and above. Collections meet with prompt attention. A general exchange and banking business done Bank open from 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. MOORE & PRIOLEAU, Sparta - Bullet and Caie 1216 Pa. Av. Wash., D. C. Fine wines, liquors and cigars. Hot Free Lunch Every Day. We Ladies w receive special attention in Dining Room upstairs. --- TIPS AT THE SEA SHORE. Doings at the Literaries-Fun and Pastime in the Gay Circles-The Capital City Throng Much in Evidence-Concerts, Musicales and Cake Walks Galore-Social Life at the Sea Side. Narragansett Pier, R. I., Special—The past ten days have been the liveliest of the season. There are two large concert halls here, and both have had filled houses during this time. The polo games ended on Monday. Generally the end of polo here means the slow but steady return to town of Narraganeett's summer colony. When the games cease, rain commences, and from now on it is almost an invariable rule that we will have four or five successive days of rain. The season at its best has been a disappointing one in more ways than one. There have not been as many people here as usual; and those here differ from those of a few years ago. Those employed in the hotels complain of a great falling off of tips, the hotel man's dependency. When pleasure is afforded those inclined to be liberal the fees are satisfactory, but since the fire of last year, and Sherry's Casino, the pleasure resort of the pier was destroyed, there seems to be a general dissatisfaction among those who come here to spend and receive their money's worth, and as a matter of course tips have decreased, in some cases the guests have even absolutely overlooked that standing rule of handling the servant his. There is a rumor about that the Rockingham will be reunited and a race course planned. If this be done Narragansett will not have to depend on it adjacency to Newport for its prestige and popularity. A paper of unusual interest at the literary by Mr. Joseph Ballard of Claflin University, the subject being, "China and International Law." We can say with pride that for once the race issue was a side issue and the subject of the paper was discussed. So interesting was the subject that the chair on not one occasion had to pass judgment on a point of order. The program was not as elaborate as it has been heretofore but the argument presented pro and con made up for any other deficiency. The Flower Boys gave a grand cake walk and dance at Halcyon Hall August 8 The cake walk was the feature of the evening. Its participants showed marked proficiency both in the legitimate and burlesque forms. Mr. Justin Brown and lany of Washington were the fortunate winners of the first prize. The officers of the club are Messrs. Maston, D. B. Martin, T. Coick, T. Pryor, John Wrigg and F. Nixen. Among the most popular person present may be mentioned Misses Maud and Louise Graves, L Collins, Sadie and Mamie Garner of Boston; Misses E. Frye, E. sie Miles, C Hackett, Emmae eptoe, Ida Campbell, Mamie Loyd and Mis. A. Grimts of Washington, Messrs James I. Whisnant, Robert D. Lockette and J. Henry King of New York. Mr. George W. Thornton showed marked abney in his direction of the cake walk. He is to lead the cake walk which is to be given at the same hall on the night of the 28th inst. On this date there is to be given a combination cake walk prize walkz and dance which is to be one of the season. The champions of the season are to compete in one final event. Messrs James Varr ck, Adough Byrd Frank Thompson, Justin Brown and others with their ladies one to appear. Mr. Ed Ambler's unexcelled orchestra held sway last Thursday and he has the contract for furnishing the music on the 20th. On Monday night a grand concert was given at Combus' Hall. An original sketch, "The Ghost" deserves great credit. It showed much study on part of the participants, and would, with a little remedying, do credit to a first class vaudeville house. Messis Lee, McCrone. Jeffries and Jones of the Browning Quartette did some commendable work Messis McOllie, Thompson and Tyler furnished the fun, and Messers. C. A Miller, W. Madison and Weyman Frye in full dress with grace and pleasure escorted you to your seat. The grand display of electric lights added much beauty to the other stage decorations. For furnishing such an evening of pleasure THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. many thanks are due the members of the Art Club. Present were Misses Jennie Reeder, Amelia Pinkett, Mr. and Mrs. Allison G. Waterman, Mrs. L. B. Cooper, William Brooks, J. Spriggs, John White, C. Jackson, Wilson Williams, Frank Hendrickson and others. The Selika Quartette under the management of Mr. Fred Freeman the headwaiter at the Mathewson is to tour a few towns in Massachusetts before returning to Washington. A grand concert is being arranged to be given in North Adams. Here Mr. Freeman will make his debut on the 'ceilio Mr. Joseph Pellen of Washington is here doing some work on a rather difficult classic. He has made marked progress while at the New England Conservatory. Mr Pollen graduates in 1903 and then hopes to perfect himself in Germany. His own class while in Boston numbers twenty odd pupils. So far he has written half a dozen classics and a sacred song. Some of this music will be published and put before the public this fall. It is hoped that a recital will be had before he leaves for northern Massachusetts. Mr. O. B. Jackson of the Aeolian Mandolin and Guitar Club is ably up holding the reputation of the club. In all select concerts something goes wrong unless Mr Jackson is on the program. His genius is mostly in evidence when at the Washing on Club. Mr. J. H. Thompson, president Missionary Mite Society and principal East Lewisville School, Jacksonville, Fla., is making quite a bit along musical and literary lines. Last Sunday night he sang "Vent Creator," with much feeling and technique. Mrs. J. Collins has returned from Newport where she has spent the past three weeks. We notice Mr. Collins seems to be in a better mood since her return. Before returning home they expect to make a two weeks' stay in Newport. Mr. C. A. Wright is to leave on the first of September for New Bedford. He goes to visit Mrs. A. J. Reed From New Bedford he leaves for Buffalo where he is to meet a party of friends who are to visit the Falls, Canada and points of interest nearby. Much life will be added to the Washington colony when Mr. W. R. Locke reaches Buffalo. At present he is undecided as to the date, but he will not stay here later than the first, as he wishes to reach Washington by the latter part of September. Mr. M. C. Wilson and wife were seen examining a cozy looking little cottage. We hope we are to be blessed with their company next season. Their interest in all social events is unbounded. Not once have they missed a polo game. A conspicuous person is Mr. W. M. Nero. Because of his quiet demeanor, his affability and general bearing he is appreciated by all. Were he inclined to accept all invitation offered he would soon be a fit subject for a doctor. Chicago must have a peculiar charm. It has been a task for Mr Alex B. Rivers to end the season with us. He likes nere but as soon as a heavy rain starts in we may expect to bid him adieu. We wonder what the attraction is. Mr. J. P. Allen is soon to leave for Indianapolis, Ind., where he is to remain for the winter. While the tales at the club are being told Mr. All n a good listener, but when it is his turn good, bad and indifferent listeners lend him both ears. Mr. Robert Freeman is pondering over an appointment. A position has been tendered him in the Library at Washington, and as yet he has not decided as to whether he will accept. We are certain the Library will secure the services of a good man should he accept. Mr. Adough Byrd has not missed a dance or polo game this season. In all concerts he has taken an active part. 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Entered at the Post-office as second-class matter. All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THE COLORED AMERICAN, EDWARD E. COOPER, MANAGER 459 C Street Northwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. Sold by all all News Dealers. SATURDAY, AUGUST 24, 1901. THE BUSINESS LEAGUE AND THE LESSON IT TEACHES. No organization has ever been formed by the colored people of the country that had so much promise in it for good as the National Negro Business League of which Prof. Booker T. Washington is the founder and president. His League is holding its Second Annual Meeting in the great city of Chicago this week, and its sessions will be attended by the strongest men the race has ever produced, the men who have the courage and the brains to establish and maintain for themselves independent business enterprises Those who will meet in Chicago and tell their experiences, in a simple straightforward, business like way, are the men who have laid the real foundation upon, which the Negro race in America must build its temple of success. It is the way that all other people have established themselves firmly in the world and it must be the Negro's way. Years and years ago, the great countries of Europe starved out the Jew who went into learned professions for a livelihood; they gave him no opportunity to make his living as a hireling, so they drove him into trade and it is here that he has won his greatest success. In the commercial world the Hebrew has no master. He is king, Maybe by and through the Business League, that wonderfully resourceful and farsighted man, Booker T. Washington, has started his race on the road to a similar eminence and prestige in the business world. Who knows? Rev. Richard Carroll, of Columbia, is called "the Booker T. Washington of South Carolina." He talked in a most practical strain at the corner stone ceremonies of the Charleston Exposition Negro Building. Disaster comes to nations in the hour of their most wanton agression—when conscience has been stilled by ambition and when greed has starved out the goddess of altruism. Greece, Rome, --- THE COLORED AMERICAN. WASHINGTON, D. C. Britain, the American slave power all suffered defeat, humiliation and loss of prestige while engaged in suppression of justice. If we are to believe that history repeats itself, would it not be well for the reckless Southland to look to its household? If the alleys were abolished as places of residence, there would be no alley Negro to manace the public health and vex the soul of Major Sylvester and his aggregation of 'the finest." Neat cottages in the suburbs, at low rentals: would solve this problem. The colored alleyites ought to be encouraged to seek homes in the healthful country surrounding the city of Washington. --- The editor of this paper acknowledges the receipt of au invitation on behalf of the city of Cleveland and the department of Ohio, to attend the Thirty-fifth National Encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic. This event will take place in Cleveland September 9-14. The committee consist of such persons as Senator M. A Hanna, Hon, Tom L Johnson, Myron K. Herick, and others. The Negro's next political alignment will be in touch with the demands of local government. He will devide on local issues and stand by the men he can trust to administer the laws under which he must live. The government nearest to him is the one that concerns him most. Can any one gainsay the wisdom of this? Every young man who has used the departments of Washington as a means to secure a diploma as a lawyer, doctor pharmacist or what not, sets a splendid example when he resigns his machinelike job and starts out for himself. The Washington departments are the grave yards of some of the brightest young men of the race. Are any of our enterprising Negro teachers making an effort to get into the Philippine educational system? Get a recommendation from a principal, from a superintendent of public instruction in your bailiwick, or have a Congressman putyou on his quota. We should be in everything that is doing: Booker T. Washington made a telling speech in defence of his race before the constitutional convention which met in Montgomery, Ala. He doubt less is the Moses of his race and if we would only follow we would reach the goal. Attempted disfranchisement in Maryland has worked to republican advantage. The Negro has not been eliminated. He went to work with his little book, and he is in it with both feet. Mr. Gorman has anothes guess coming. The Indian lands opened to settlement by the President's proclamation offer is a fine field for Negro agriculturists. Young men, follow the injunction of Horace Greeley,—"Go west, and grow up with the country" The Negro prefers to build his own church than to be given a seat in the church owned by another race. Self-government teaches us to be self sustaining. Denunciation never converted any body—never made a friend of the erstwhile enemy. PFOF, I. GARLAND PENN. Late Chief of the Negro Department of the Atlanta Exposition and His Masterly Management—He Wrote the First History of the Colored Press and Its Editors—At the Head of the Epworth League and the Young Peoples' Christian Congress. In a recent issue of The Colored American a report of the meeting of the Executive Committee of the Negro Young Peoples' Christian Congress at San Francisco, Cal., was published. The committee held its sessions in Atlanta, Ga., on the 11th of June. We present a portrait of the man who has executive direction of the movement and who is well known to all classes of people and whose name is a guarantee for the success of any movement with which he is officially allied. Prof. I. Garland Penn was born in Virginia in 1866 and is thirty-four years of age. He has crowded much into these thirty-four years. At 19 he had secured a good Academic education, having graduated from the Lynchburg High School. He was editor at 18 years, principal in the city schools of his native city, Lynchburg, Va., at 20 years and held that position until he was called to the Atlanta Exposition in 1895, at the age of 29 to manage the first Negro Department of any International Exposition ever known to America. It was a new experiment and the invitation coming from the south had the opposition of some of the most representative colored men of America. The writer well remembers how bitterly the movement was attacked when it was under debate at the Bethel Literary of this city, but how well and ably Commissioner Penn defended the movement. It was Penn's far-sightedness, tact, common sense, business qualifications and indomitable energy which won for him the success of this first experiment at an exhibition of Negro brain and brawn ever made on a large scale. It, however, paid to work hard in this as in every other field, for Commissioner Penn came out of it all with a gold medal awarded him and his fellow commissioners by the Jury of Awards who were among the ablest men in America. Mr. Penn was deluged during and after the Exposition with letters of congratulations, none of which have ever been published. We are permitted to take excerpts from some of them. Governor Daniel M. Hastings, then Governor of Pennsylvania wrote: "I desire to thank you for the pleasant afternoon I spent in looking over the Negro Exhibit at the Atlanta Exposition. The display was not only creditable to yourself and your people, but was a revelation to most of those who had the opportunity of visiting the building. If there were noth ing else at the Exposition to display excepting what your building contained it in itself would have been sufficient for the journey which I made to Georgia, because it disclosed in a most telling way what great advancement is being made by your people." The Hon. Hoke Smith, then Secretary of the Interior wrote: "The exhibit was unquestionably a great credit to the race, and the discretion and taste manifested in the selection and arrangement clearly demonstrated that it had been placed in most capable hands. At no time, perhaps, in the history of this country has the progress of the colored race been better illustrated, and the $75 tto $150 per month made by agents. Elegant premiums Free. Address P. O. Box 570 Louisville, Ky. When you write mention this paper. "Negro Exhibit" at the Atlanta Exposition cannot but redound to the benefit of the race give new impetus to higher education and greater proficiency in all the pursuits of life." Ex-Governor Bullock wrote as follows: "It affords me pleasure to say that as Chief of the Negro Department chosen by your fellow Commissioners from the several Southern States to take charge of their exhibit at the Exposition held here last fall, your work was comprehensive and successful; your personal and official conduct in every way commendable and the exhibit the most complete ever made illustrating the progress of your race as free men and citizens." The letters we have been permitted to see but show the unanimity of sentiment as to the character of the exhibit. After conducting the Hon. Grover Cleveland, then President of the United States, and his Cabinet through the building, Mr. Cleveland remarked to Commissioner Penn that it exceeded his expectations and was a great credit to the race. It was our subject who first mentionde a colored man for the program at the opening of the Exposition and his judgment in selecting Booker T. Washington for that delicate post and insisting that he be chosen, and no one else, is but another evidence of the keen wisdom he exercises in all public affairs It has been said that Mr. Penn comes as near "hitting the nail on the head every time" as most any Negro young man in public life. As a writer and author Mr. Penn has made a record. He is esteemed by the Negro press as their historian and biographer. At 23 years he published his, now well known book of 600 pages, "The Afro-American Press and Its Editors, which is reputed to have had the largeat sale of any race book issued. That part of the book which recorded Negro journalists and their battle for freedom from 1827 to 1866 is especially valuable and there is nothing on the subject in any book or encyclopedia save this one. Frederick Douglass said of the book: "The most valuable record that has come to me." The Galveston Daily News said: "Handsomely bound profusely illustrated, time and important." An English paper said: "This book must take a commanding place in American literature." The Boston Globe said: "A valuable book of reference." There are dozens, if not hundreds, of young men and women who have educated themselves from the money made in the canvass of this book. Prof. Penn was co-author in the preparation of the "College of Life" another large work of merit. He has had a record for years in Christian work among people and was prominent in Sunday school work before called to the present position, being one of the associate editors in the preparation of the book called, "Seven Graded Sunday-schools" With all the work which Prof Penn has done he now considers the work he has in hand as the most important. In 1897 he was elected by the General Board of Control of the Epworth League in the Methodist Episcopal church as the Assistant General Secretary of that movement which numbers over two million of young people and in August of last year was re-elected unanimously. His success has been marvelous. There are more regularly organized chapters of the Ehworth League among the colored people in the M. E. church than there are of similar christian young peoples societies in any church now. Negro. In addition to the organizations which (Continued on page 9.) exist Prof. Penn has himself sold his people in these four years of his official career $10,000 worth of the literature of the League and church and is perhaps doing as much as any one in the church to have the Negro see and rightfully appreciate the Methodist Episcopal church in its relation to the whole race question. While deeply concerned in the young people of his own church, whom he is appointed to lead and while regarding this as his life's work and well worth many lives if done well and successfully, to say nothing of one, he thinks that along certain lines, evident to all, there should be a general forward movement among the young people of the race looking to the reaching in a christian way of thousands in our homes, on our streets and in the rural parts who are not being reached by any church or christian organization. To him the subject of child culture in Junior League departments of Young Peoples societies, in Kindergarten and infant departments of Sunday schools is of primary importance, looking to producing in the next decade a larger and growing percentage of young people, whose life shall be bent in the proper direction because of early training. Prof. Penn is therefore allied with twenty demoninations and agen cies doing christian work among colored people in the United States for the holding of the Negro Young Peoples Christian Congress August 7th to 11th, 1902, and is the corresponding Secretary who will have largely the executive direction of the movement. We should have stated that "Brother Penn" (by which term he delights to have his friends call him, for he is a brother) is the first Negro layman in the Methodist Episcopal church to hold a general office and that on account of his splendid work and successful career he was honored by Rust University in 1900 with the degree of Master of Arts. He has for twelve years been a member of the highest legislative body in the great mother Methodist known as the General Conference and in the two sessions at Cleveland and Chicago was Secretary of important standing committees. Brother Penn is enthusiastic over the outlook for a successful meeting of the young people of the race for 1902 and expects that 10,000 of all churches will come together and for the future, that there will be a forward march and concert of action among the class of Negroes of all churches who see and are anxious about their salvation and the salvation of others. All good men and women must wish Secretary Penn and his backers success in so laudable an undertaking, and we'll all get ready to go to this first and unique meeting of young people of all religious denominations. Special Rates on the Southern. On account of a colored state convention' B. Y. P. U, the Southern railway will sell tickets from Alexandria, Charlottesville, Danville, Front Royal, Orange, Riverton, Strasburg and Washington at the rate of four cents per mile one way round trip. Tickets will be sold August 20th and 21st, final limit August 28th, 1901. Continuous passage in each direction Mrs. Dr. Will Harris and Miss Blanche Carter will leave in a few days for Chspel Point, Md., to spend a week or ten days. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Of Neary Two Years Spent in the Army by Mr. Morris L. Holden-Wooster Street Happenings-General News of Hartford. Hartford, Conn., Special—I enlisted at Hartford, Conn. October 10th, 1899. and was sent to Fort Thomas, Ky., where our regiment the 48th Infantry was mustered in. Our daily routine was reveille at 5 a. m. mess call at 6 a. m. sick call at 6;30 a. m., fatigue call at 6;45 a. m., drill at 7 a. m., recall from drill at 8 p. m., guard mount 8;30 a. m., inspection of quarters 9 a. m., drill 10 a m recall from drill 11 p. m. recall from fatigue 11:15, first sergeants call 11:30, mess call 12, fatigue call 1 p. m. drill call 2, recall from drill and fatigue 4, call for dress parade 5, mess call 5;30, tatto roll call 8, call to quarters 8;30, taps 9. After attending most of these calls during the day, we were pretty well tired out when night came. We had some of the most stupid men that could be found and it was very trying on the officers and non commissioned officers to teach them their duties as soldiers. There were some very gentlemanly men in our regiment, and some that were everything except gentlemen, the latter were the ones that used to give the officers so much trouble, they would not give our Negro officers the respect due them, as they would white officers. This class of men were forever being court martialed for something or other and they would blame officer for their trouble. It is a good thing for a young man to serve a term in the army, for he meets all kinds of men, and he learns to take care of himself, for if he don't help himself nobody else will help him. If the officers that are over him see that he is clean, neat, obedient and studious, it will not be long before he is promoted and in the course of time he may have a responsible position in his regiment such as regimental surgeon, major or regimental quartermaster sergeant or latter still he may be made a commissioned officer. A great many people have an idea that army life is confining, but it is not so. I have known men that have never been barracks except when they had some special duty to perform. When a man comes off from guard he is given a pass good for 48 hours, and he can go wherever he wants to so long as he reports back on time. The soldiers have a gymnasium at most every big army post and reading rooms, all kinds of books and papers can be found in their reading rooms. At every post there are base ball, foot ball, basket ball and polo teams. There are saloons for those that care to enjoy themselves that way. The food is very good and the sleeping quarters are very nicely arranged. On course sometimes soldiers have to leave their barracks and take the field when there is an Indian uprising, then they fare hard for awhile, but a great soldier never makes any complaints except when it is really necessary, always minds his own business, and very self-dom quarrels. Late Sergeant Co. 48 Inf. U. S. V. Rev. D. S. White of Hayden Station, Conn. is holding camp meeting. The choir of the Zion church of Hartford, sang at the service Sunday under the leadership of Mr. Albert Smith chorister and Mr. Benjamin Babcock, organist. Large crowds attended and a grand time was reported. After ten days vacation at Northfield, Mass. Rev. J. Sulla Cooper filled his pulpt Sunday morning, preaching an excellent sermon on love. He attended the religious conference at the Dwight Moody Institute at Round Top. He reported a grand time and very much benefitted by his trip. Miss Mary Jones is in Brooklyn, N. Y. the guest of Miss Maud Weaks. Mrs. Arthur W. Fish, who has been very ill, is up and out again among her friends. Mrs. Fannie P. Jones who has been at Bristol, R, I. has returned home for a few days. The Talcott Street Congregationalist has dispensed with services during the month of August. Miss Ida Broadtoot of Fayetteville, N. C. is the guest of Miss Maggie Moore of 3 Hunty ave. Mrs. Charles Philips and son is visiting friends in Washington, D. C, and Fredericksburg, Va. As a classmate of George Bagwell I am glad to hear that the statement of August 3rd is untrue. The first Monday in September the annual election of the trustess of the A. M. E. Zion church will be held. Mrs. Rosie E. Jones of Edmund st left the city Thursday the 15th to visit relatives and friends in Maryland, her former home. Mrs. Dennis Scott of 38 Wadsworth street this city has been pronounced out of danger by her attending physician. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lane of Wetheifield ave. are visiting friends and relatives in New York City and New Jersey. It is with regret that we have learned that Rev. Tyler pastor of Shiloh Baptist church has offered his resignation as pastor. Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Chapman of 38 Wadsworth street will occupy a tenement at 162 Barbour street after September 1st. Mrs. Braxton Hill of Brooks street has returned home from the South where she has been during the illness and death of her father. Little Louise and Marlon Scott, children of Mr. Dennis Scott are in New Haven with their aunt Mrs. Bentley during their mothers illness. Rev. E. Johnson preached in the evening. Rev. Johnson is traveling in the interest of the Indians in Rhode Island and sung here and elsewhere. Mrs. Laura Kenny who has been visiting Mr. and Mrs. George Brasco of Windsor street for a month returned to her home in Boston, Mass. last week. Miss Dassie Polland of Springfield Mass. is the guest of Miss V. Major of 54 Grand street. Miss Polland visited Zion Sunday school Sunday and made many acquaintances. Deacon John O. Taylor filled the Union Baptist church pulpit Sunday forenoon and evening in the absence of the pastor, Rev. Walter Gav, who is spending his vacation in New York City and Newport, R I. Invitations are out for the wedding of Mr. James Wilson, Jr. of Wooster street to Miss Lilie Davis of Windsor street on Tuesday evening, September 3rd, 1901. Two hundred and fifty invitations are out for the church services and not transferable. The funeral of Mr. George Gray was held last Tuesday from Second Baptist church. Mr. Gray died suddenly last Sunday morning about three o'clock from heart's disease. He was a prominent Mason and had been a trusted employee at the District Building for nearly eight years. He leaves a wife, two brothers and a host of friends to mourn his loss. 9 An Old. Pastor. Bernard Lepine, President of the Society of Rev. James Poindexter, Columbus, O. No man in the capital city of the State of Ohio is better known than the Rev. James Poindexter. For many years he has been the successful pastor of the Second Baptist Church of that city. Every day his venerable figure and kindly face may be seen on the streets of the city where he has labored for so many years. What a history of benevolence and self-sacrifice might be written by simply giving the details of the every-day life of this faithful pastor and eloquent preacher. But old age comes to the best of men. The rheumatics peculiar to advanced age had already begun its insidious ravages when it became necessary to find a remedy, if possible, that his days of usefulness might not be shortened. An efficient nerve tonic that would stimulate the circulation, improve the digestion, and increase the tone and vigor of his whole system, was needed. The only remedy capable of meeting all these indications was found to be Peruna. In a recent letter to Dr. Hartman, he states: "My attention was called some time ago to your medicine for rheumatic troubles by Mr. Cook, an old reliable druggist of this city, and take pleasure in saying that I have tried them and found them good. It is my opinion that the remedy, Peruna, is justly entitled to the fame which it has throughout the United States." 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