The Colored American

The American Library of Congress A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. IX NO. 46. A FOOTING IN THE SOIL LAND-GETTING EMPHASIZED IN THE SOUTH LAND. Annual Negro Conference at Tuskegee How Homes and Farms Can be Acquired Told by Men Who Sacrifice Present Comforts for The Future. Tuskegee, Ala., Special:—The Eleventh Annual Negro Conference has just closed and it was by all odds the most interesting one ever held, both in point of attendance and discussion. There are 2,000 Negro farmers in this County (Macon) alone, and it seems that all of them came and "brought all their relations." Neither was the attendance of a local complexion, but on the other hand, it was highly representative. At this Conference Massachusetts greeted Kansas, and Michigan saluted Florida. Twenty-three states and the District of Columbia were represented. Exercises began this morning at 10 o'clock with a ringing address by Principal Booker T. Washington, in which he reviewed the work of the Conference for the last ten years. He wanted the farmers to feel that the Conference was for them and that the continuance of such meetings is justifiable only in the proportion as they serve to stimulate the masses to greater effort for racial uplift. He said in part: PRINCIPAL WASHINGTON'S WELCOME. "I want you first of all to feel a hearty welcome not to our Institution but to your Institution, for it belongs to you." As an indication of the progress the race is making in some of the more essential things in life, it is interesting to note that at this, the eleventh annual session of the Tuskegee Negro Conference, we will be able to have discussed almost wholly on the part of those who have actually bought and paid for their homes and have no mortgage or any incumbrance resting upon them. Ten years ago this would have been an impossible thing. As far as there is time for it, we are going to have those who have paid for their homes tell us in a simple, straightforward manner the struggle that they have gone through in securing these homes in order that the lesson may serve to encourage those who are yet without property of their own. Next year, perhaps, we can give more time to hearing from those who are intending to buy homes, but this is a practical Conference and the world has not very much time to listen to those who are merely intending to do something, but is anxious to hear from those who have actually done something. It is with a race as with an individual; the place to begin to make improvements is right where it is. Too many of us expect to buy homes, to cease mortgaging crops, to build school houses and prolong the school term, and have better moral and religious atmosphere in our communities next year or at some far off future time. We want to begin to do these things right now. Or do we expect to wait until we move into some other state WASHINGTON, D. C., MARCH 1, 1902. Grand Chancellor of Knights of Pythias of Missouri- His Creditable Work is Commended Everywhere, or perhaps go North or go to Africa? But I have noticed that the man who cannot buy a home and save money and educate his children in the South seldom does it anywhere. If we cannot improve our condition here I do not believe there are many spots on the earth where we can do so. The prosperity and usefulness of any race in a large measure, depends upon the ownership and proper cultivation of the soil; especially is this true in the earlier stages of the progress of the race. There is an opportunity open in the South for every black man to purchase a farm and make an independent living upon that farm. Agriculture will give the race the foundation upon which to build and prepare itself for more important things." After the Principal concluded his address and the Committee on Declarations was appointed, the meeting was turned ever to the farmers. ENCOURAGING REPORTS. The reports made by them were encouraging in the highest degree and showed what great opportunities the South possesses for the negroes and what downright, earnest efforts are being put forth by those "horny handed sons of toil" to grasp these opportunities. For nearly four hours, man after man, in rapid succession, told how he, since the first Negro conference, ten years ago, has planned, sacrificed, sometimes lived on bread and water, to get out of debt—to free himself from the curse of the uniquitous mortgage system to reach the climacteric of land ownership. The genius of these Conferences is that they teach the Negroes to "cast down their buckets where they are," to inspire them with the idea that they have within themselves the element of self- uplift. Here are the words of S. M. Bunnell, of Elmore County, Ala., a delegate to the Conference, and they may be taken as representative of the reports made by scores of struggling souls who have waged unceasing warfare against circumstances which would have crushed men made of weaker stuff. Mr. Bunnell said, "I had many a hard struggle before I got my home. Many a day I ate bread and water and people laughed at me. I cooked peas and, as I had no meat, I put in a little salt. Sometimes at noon I had nothing but bread to eat and I would chew millet stalks to keep the dry bread from sticking in my throat. I have 160 acres. Last year I (CONTINUED ON PAGE FOUR.) PRICE, FIVE CENTS. GRANDER GALVESTON GRANDER GALVESTON ISLAND CITY RISING QUICKLY FROM HER RUINS. More Beautiful and Stately Than Ever Energetic Afro-Americans Building Churches, Schools,and Homes Promising Conditions. LaMarque, Tex., Special-This is one of the most important suburbs in Galveston County of the beautiful Island of Galveston. It would not be out of place a few years ago to speak of Galveston as the land of beautiful, because there was no city in the South that could with more sincerity be called the Garden Spot of the whole South, and in this place, men and women, whites and blacks, stood as a unit for the building up of their land. Like ancient Rome, Galveston has had its misfortunes, has had its downfall, was swept out in a night, so to speak. Every newspaper reader in this country will remember the storm of September 8, 1900, when in a single night nearly 10,000 people were swept from the face of the earth, and many homes were destroyed. For weeks after that all the able-bodied men were pressed into service and were kept busy daily digging from the debris, human bodies and consigning them to earth; others were put on large floats and carried out into the ocean and their bodies buried in this manner, and later, in order to get rid of the human bodies, they were heaped up in piles, saturated with kerosene, and their bodies burnt. This was a sickening scene and no human mind can describe it. The generous-hearted American people in all sections of the country sent in money and clothes, homes were restored and the industrious people who were left went to work, until today there are but few relics of the storm left. The city is being rebuilt rapidly, and more substantial and better homes are taking the places of those swept away by the storm. The suffering and loss was not confined to our people alone, but equally as many, if not more, whites suffered, yes, more lives among the whites were carried away by the storm and more white people were left homeless. The Negro shared in the loss, and now he is taking his part in the rebuilding. Every Negro church was swept away, and they are now putting together their nickels and dimes and building more costly churches than before. The African Methodists suffered great loss and all over the country large collections were lifted to help to rebuild, and two of their churches are now being occupied. The Macedonia Baptist church, of which the Rev. A. Barbour is pastor, also suffered. A little temporary shanty with one door and entirely without windows was erected and services are being held in it. Well dressed, educated colored men and women crowd in this church every (CONTINUED ON PAGE NINE.) I'HE CULORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 10 *- = 9 % BOOKS THEY 3 3 ; ‘ \e MIGHT WRITE. » 9 BALL LALA AAAS “Ob that mine enemy might write a book” —Awcient PHILosoPpHEer AT some time in every man’s life, be feels a burning impul-e to write a book, The subject of said beok 1s in- consequential. The desire to see one’s self in print, the feeling that the world suffersiif devied the story of our achtevements and the feverish anxiety to leave a towering monument to pos- terity, takes hold of all of us at all times and many yield to the goddess of print- ereink. It may be that no one cares to read our pet effusions, but like our children, we love them, even if they are said to be bad. Below is given a list of books some well-krown men might write, if they dared : The Unacalied ~M. B, Morton. In Saspense—J. H. Deveaux. Oharity as a Profession—George Wm. Cook. A Mise as Good ssa Mile—Jobn E. Bash. How to Settle old Scores—E. L. Thornton. Patience Its Own R_ward—Col. W. A. Pledger. Two Nights in Kome—Joseph W. Henderson. The Rubber Shoes 1 Wear-—Cpyrus Field Adams. How to Succeed, Though Brilliiant— E. E. Cooper. Trials of a Managing Editor—El. woul C. Kuox. AStiil Hunt Bags the Most Game— F. L. McGhee. Gtoger as a Lyceum Ingredient—F. L Cardczo, Jr. A Word in Season Fi'ly Spoken— Is:ac H. Smith He Gives Twice Who Give: Quickly —Joseph E. Lee. How to he Porular Taough S mart— Prof. W. H. H, H srt Waat I D> With My Leieure Time— Emmett J. Scott. Lu Casa of Doubt, Piay frumps—T. Thomas Fortune To Do Anybody Well, Do Him Your- self—E H Dess. All Things Come to Him who Waits —H. P. Cheatham, Oburch Building as a Fine Art— Rev W. Bishop Juhuson. Book Knowledge Absorbed by Con- tact—Daniel Murray. Why Indiana is Not a National Fact- or—W) liam M. Lew's. My Share in the Money I Have Le gl zed—J. W. Lyons. The Least Seid, the Soonest Mended | —Dr O. L W. Snith. Does Theology Pay Better Than Poli- tices—Henry Y. Arnett. How To Travel Without Scrip or Pu's:—Obarle3 Steward. Eternal Vigilance the Pzice of Suc- cess—Robert Pelham, Jr. I'd Leave My Happy Home If Duty Caliei.—Joha 8 Durham. Heroism L'es in Sticking to One’s Text—P. B 8. Pinchback. How to make the office sask the Man —Judge Robert H. Terrell, Why Harry Smith Hss to Remain in Cleveland—W. H. Chiff ord. When a School’s Name Can be Changed to Best Advantage—Magnus L. Robineen. Kicking is 41! Right When You Can Work I:—Thom ws W Alien: | The Gronnd Floor and How to Get inon i*—W* T. Ferguson. | ‘The Merit Svstem as I Have Ob- setved it—R. W. Thompson. The Good Slate is the One That My Name’s On~ Charles E. Hall. Bishop's Robes Reached by Easy Stages—Rev. E. W. Lampton. It is as Good to be Born Handsome as Rich—Dr W. Brave Evans. Woy I Have Not Landed Dorsey ‘Fouliz—Detective Henry Lacy. _ ‘The Unwritten Pages of My Life as I Remember It—George L. Knox. City-Corners Not Gauged by Prices of Cornfi Ids.—Bishop B W. Arnett. How to Opn One’s Mouth Without Putting His Foot m It—John C. Dancy. Bookmaking By One Who Never Follows the Races.— Andrew F. Hilyer. Some Doubts as to the Benefit of a Big Caurc Debt—Rev. W. J. Howard. The Wisdom of Letting Well-enough Alone at Critical Moments—John P. Green. Some Reasons why I Should Be May- or of Whitesboro, N. J.—George H. Waite. Learning to Laugh at a Newspaper Joke, Even When on Mys:lf,—W. H. Steward. How Not to Follow Programs Other People Plan for You—Dr. J R A, Croesland. Long Life Guaranteed When You) Let the Ocher Fellows Do the Worry- ing—leaiah T. Montgomery. | Washington Medicos in Baltimore. Dr. F. J. Shadd, Dr. A, M Curtis and Lloyd G Wheeler went over to Balti- more la3t week to attend a public meet- ing urderthe auspices of the Mary- eS Bee ae YZ, iE * - | 1G A @ ee Zh Ses Titties. / Ap. \S cS A \\ 7. TB x BD d SSN N ‘ S DR.F J. ©°HAOD. and Medical, Dental ard Poarms- ceutical Association, which is com- posed of nearly all the doctors, dentists ard pharmacists cf that city. The principal addrese was delivered by Dr, Dr, F. J Shadd Dr. W. T. Carr pre- sided. Me ropolitan A. ME church, the ecene of the meeting was well fill-d. Douglass Day at Giddings. The Douglass exercises at Giddings School we'e thoroughly enjoyed by all present, The pupils acquitted them- selves w ll, and the address by the Rev. W.S Loving was attentively lis- tened to. The teachers and pupils were treate® to something origiaal from the pen of the principal, Miss Lonise A. Smith, a dis] gue—“The Doings of the Douglass Clab This ledy has the hap- py faculty of wielding her pen, when she cannot find what she wants in books. She should let the Public hear from her more frequently, a PH Ee EE EE EL EE 5 : : rm. KK: FUE 2 ) . . : > q ) a ) ‘ ) 7 ‘ : Od IGE ; ) ‘ ‘ ” ’ : g. 2 , 514 Oth Street Northwest. : % % (ESTABLISHED 1870.) 3 % : Money Loaned on Watches, Diamonds, Jewelry, a Siiverware, etc., Unredeemed Watches, Dia- a monds and Jewelry for sale at greatly re- 3 duced prices. 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Ge ea Little p meni ES gi Ge, (ee My Sag 4 ; Jealousy is the bane ofeur progress Time is the b st answer to an un- just charge, Our chureh organs are all playing in different keys. All men deceive a little and are de- ceived a great deal. Why not remember that there is glory enough for all? Criticism is a prod under which strong characters excel. People who attend to their own busi- ness have no spare time, Why not a few colored cadets at West Point and Annapolis ? To give & man employment is far better than to give him alms Indiscreet talk has killed more men than bayonets. Moral: Keep still. It is dangerous to quarrel in an open boat in the middle ot a turbid stream. Funerals should be cheaper. There is urgent need for reform in this mat: ter. From certain standpoints it may be suggested that the late enumerators of census statistics might shine on a petit jury. The only way to really succeed is to make yourself worth something to some body. Conventions and resolutions have lost their }.otency as solvers of the race problem. We had better be up and doing. Many of those who turned over new leaves January 1st, are turning them back again. Whether Isaiah T. Montgomery is a republican or democrat may be open to controversy, but one thing is certain —he is a Negro. Many a statesman would shine more brilliantly in history if he could only die at the proper time. The sensible Negro has no actual desire to be white. He simply wants a white man’s opportunity. The Washington Post, even when convinced of error, never recants. It simply changes the subject, Some of our subscribers have been Jet iu on the ground flor membership of the “Don’t Hurry Club.” Our fresh-air plant is proof against the carhome acid gas generated by ssme disgruntled exchanges. Too many promising young men have the misfortune to be burdened with loving and indulgent fathers. _ The South’s friendship for repub: licanisaa should not be purchased at the expense ot Negro manhood. The United States governmet ser - Vice, civil ormilitary, is not a “society” machine It is supposed to be conduct- ed on strictly business principles. No reasonable man can offer an ar- gument why there should not be a Ne- gro exhibit at St. Louis next year, I'HE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, Dv. C. put it down that ‘ something is doing.” The little colored boy who plays in the street has a marked influence in making up the reputation of a neigh: borhood Start right frm the begia: ning. A well-meanir g correspondent writes us to send him sur “weakly” paper. Even it a jittle ‘shy” on spelling, be made good financially to the tune of two dollars. Organizing a new party is all right on paper, and prospectuses have a merry ring. But winning at the polls —that’s another story, Mrs Mary Wright Sewall is prob: ably correct wheu she says the twen: tieth century is to be a ceniury of wo: men. If there is anything they see that they haven’t got, they may just as well step up and take it. Evidence ‘s accumulating to show that unless tendencies change, the Ne- gro office-hunter will have to go to work at some trade, on the farm or in some private enterprise. Let us keep faith with Cuba. Presi- dent Roosevelt and Grover Cleveland are together on the subject of American honor in this connection. When reading of the vast numbers o’ colored people who are ‘ from North Carolina,” one would imagine that it is a good state—to be ‘ from.” We honor our dead leaders. They did well for their day and generation. But Jet us give loyal support to the leaders of the present. They will wax strong if we cffer a firm platform upon which they can stand. 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In her report Mrs. Yates explained that the gatherings of the national body had been an inspiration and a revelation as to the work and development of Afro-American women, not only with reference to the discussions, but also because of more tangible proofs of their 梦之 development through exhibits of painting, of literature, of music, collected mainly through the activity of Miss Lottie Wilson, who at this time has a studio in this city. "We urge the formation of temperance clubs," she said, "knowing that the habit of intemperance is one of the great evils in this as in other races; domestic science clubs, because unsanitary methods of living, of cooking, etc., prevent the masses of our people from doing their best work from economic and other standpoints; of benevolent and charitable institutions, because more, perhaps, than all else the race as a unit should be taught to be self-sustaining, independent, self-reliant, thinking for itself. In a word, we encourage the formation of all forms of clubs for the general improvement of the race. "We now represent a membership of about ten thousand women; we have local branches in twenty-six states; in eight of these, as in Illinois, Ohio, Missouri, Michigan, Alabama, etc., a state federation exists, and in several of the larger cities, as Cleveland, St. Louis and elsewhere, a city federation. "Our members have never failed to respond to legitimate calls for funds to further the general interests of the organization, and every dollar of the entrance fee to the council was contributed as a free will offering. "There is a period of organization and a period of work in all large bodies. This association has not completed its period of organization, although a great deal of earnest work that counts for much has been accomplished by the local clubs of the various states." The Woman's League, of this city, held a brilliant reception on Saturday from 6 to 8 p. m., at the home of the president, Mrs. Helen A. Cook, in honor of Mrs. J. Silone Yates, president of the National Association of Colored Women. Early in the evening Mrs. Cook and Mrs. Isabel Howard received with the guest of honor in the front parlor; later the company assembled in the library where a large log fire lent its cheerfulness in pleasing contrast to the verv inclement weather on the outside. Refreshments were served in the diningroom by Mrs. Lee, Mrs. Grimke, Mrs. Bailey, Misses Datcher and Cook. The League women were delighted to honor the noble woman who stands at the head of the very useful association, and while the League does not belong to the national body they feel that Mrs. Yates is worthy of all the honors which are being bestowed upon her in this city and elsewhere. Mrs. Yates was the recipient of several other social honors by friends and admirers during her stay. MUSICAL MELANGE Miss Addie Wormley will add another laurel to her wreath as an elocationist on next Tuesday evening the 7th in t at the Oepheus Glee Club concert and reception. The revived Orpheus Glee Club will appear next week with an interesting program at Odd Fellows Hall. Dancing will follow the concert, thereby furnishing amusement for all. Mr. J. Arthur Harley's song service, after Sir John Stainer, was enjoyed by a good audience at St. Luke's Sunday evening. The work of the quartet, Misses Nettie Murray and Marie James and Mesers J. T. Walker and W. H. Fossett was especially fine. The choir of the 19th Street Baptist church under the direction of Mr. B. H. Baker is making rapid strides to the place it held a few years ago. Persistent and hard work have been indulged in since he assumed charge and the results are becoming quite apparent. The S. Co'eridge Taylor Choral Society is surely improving in its gigantic undertaking. A few more well trained voices will be admitted by application to the music committee or at any regular rehearsal at Lincoln Memorial Temple any Tuesday evening. Mr. R. W. Tompkins, so popularly known as a director of music, is now wielding the baton for the Orpheus Glee Club. This alone is sufficient asurance that the class of music rendered by the club will be par excellence. The late Temperance Choir owed its success entirely to the efforts of Mr. Tompkins and it was the leading musical organizat on (colored) in the city. Keep your eye on the Orpheus. The Aeolian Mandolin, Guitar and Banjo Club will give the music lovers of this city an unusually excellent musicale on April 1st at G and Army Hall. This club, with a membership of thirty, plays upon seven kinds of instruments and is the largest colored club of its kind in this country. The concert during Easter week will be attended by all the visitors to the city as well as by the elite of Washington. This is the one concert where our representative citizens can be seen. During the same week this club will play in Bait more and Philadelphia where their numerous friends are preparing to entertain them royally. Changes at Second Baptist Lyceum At last Sunday's meeting of the Second Baptist Lyceum the resignation of Mr. R. W. Thompson as president went into effect. Resolutions were adopted commanding him for his successful administration, testifying to the esteem in which he was held by the organization, and expressing admiration for his high character and personal worth. Mr. Samuel E. Lacy was unanimously chosen as his successor. Other changes in the official roster were made and the list now stands as follows: First, second and third vice presidents respectively, Messrs. C. L. Marshall, W. T. Menard and J. W. Pope; recording secretary Miss Mamie Boyd, assistant recording secretary, Mrs. J. W. Pope; corresponding secretary, M. N. Corbett; financial secretary, Miss Almira Crutchfield; treasurer, Miss Mary Brown; chaplain, T. H. Norman; assistant chaplain, A. H. Matthews; historian, Prof. Jesse Lawson. United Order of True Reformers. ORGANIZED January 1, 1881 Office 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - Richmond, Va. An order devoted to the interests of its members, both in their home and business relations. We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged business investment, in enterprises owned and controlled by the Order and managed by colored men, who are members of the Order. If you are sound in health and mind, of good moral character, not younger than three (3) years nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible to membership. There are two Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebud. SUBORDINATE FOUNTAINS. To join the Subordinate Fountain you age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to the country you pay 35 cents per month months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6.00 ments. As Death Benefit, your family receive After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 see Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age (according to age.) as joining fee. If you live 60 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per 80 cents per month. Receive from $6 00 to $9 00 per month, in weekly pay our family receives $75 0 if you die within a year Benefit is $125.00 To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age.) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per month. 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 0 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 To join the Rosebud Fountain you must be between 14 year of age. You pay $1 00, either cash or land installments. The monthly dues are either 15 or 25 cents. Fountains may decide. The annual tax is 10 cents. You receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4 00 per month weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will be paid $24 500 in die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $37. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, there are Three Classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. All dues are payable annually or quarterly. Limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4 25. Annual Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $200 and $200 to $65. Limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6 50. Annual due certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After $300. Limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13 50. Annual due certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1 000 to $700. Life Membership in either of the Fountains or purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which is 20 per cent. United Order of True Reformers has paid up to Juvenile Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264 75, over 100 years. In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound thriving institution that is a credit not only to the City but the race as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by the safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 a share per cent, dividends. Both time and demand deposit interest is paid on time deposits. The follow report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia in 1900 and shows its flourishing condition: LIABILITIES. $8,272 80 164 423 83 48 383 22 14 000 00 99 588 00 6,850 00 1 388 99 12,399 80 35,820 00 391,120 84 Capital stock paid in ... 88,125 Surplus fund ... 80,957 Undivided profits ... 6,826 Demand certificate of deposit ... 96,786 Time certificates of deposit 118,424 Total ... 391,120 Theery and Feed Store is located at 501 North Sixth Street members of the Order and the public generally are saving food products. The newspaper published by the order from its own stands for the voice of the people, representing one of the race and is the Beacon Light, the Headlight and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is a job office bids for the work of the people, which style and at low prices. Mond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has purchased published thereon an "Old Folk's Home." With our broad-minded generosity, the Order does not limit its members alone, nor even to members families, but to freed and decrepid of the whole race, regardless of the The Order makes itself the trustee for this glorious whole people, black and white, North, East, South, our contribution the carrying out of this praiseworthy year is set apart as a Grend Rally Day for the Housearded to the casier of the Reformer's Savings Bank same and account for it to The Grand Fountain. And the public, when visiting Richmond, Va., the Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. It is in a pleasant service is of the best and rates are reasonable. Department manages and controls all property interests. Now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 house $122,500. In addition to these the Order leases To join the Rosebud Fountain you must be between 3 and 14 year of age. You pay $1 00, either cash or by installments. The monthly dues are either 15 or 25 cents as Fountains may decide. The annual tax is 10 cents. You receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4 00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will be paid $24 50 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $37. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, there are Three (3) Classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. All dues are payable annually or quarterly. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years, $4 75 to $7 60. The Certificate is valid. After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years $9 50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued for one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years $21 to $25. The certificate I valued from O You are entitled to a Life Membership Classe B and E upon purchase of the rec pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of 29 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with HALF MILLION DOLLARS. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4 25. Annual dues, $4 75 to $7 60. The Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $83. 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 buthe 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 Audit 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 deposits. The following is a copy of the Cashier's report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia at close of business Sept., 5, 1900 and shows its flourishing condition:— Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164 423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48 383 22 Banking House ..... 14 000 00 Other real estates ..... 99 588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1 388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 Capital stock paid in ..... 88,125 00 Surplus fund ..... 80,957 81 Undivided profits ..... 6,826 80 Demand certificate of deposit ..... 96 786 29 Time certificates of deposit ..... 118,424 74 Total ..... 391,120 64 Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164 423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48 383 22 Fanking 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 vote operation and combination of the race and the General Messenger and the General Agent per year. A well-equipped job office bids are turned out in first class style and at low price. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico, 634 acres of land, and established thereon an example liberality and broad-minded gentrance to this home to its members alone, no doors are opened to the aged and decrepit residence or connections. The Order makes charity, and calls upon the whole people. It and West to assist by their contribution the idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as Contributors can be forwarded to the cash who will send receipt for same and account. Members of the Order and the public, invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 900 and desirable location. Service is of the best. The Real Estate Department manages the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings with a fee simple value of $122,500. Ir adductions. The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store is located at 501 North Sixth St., Richmond, Va., and members of the Order and the public generally are saved 20 per cent. on the cost of food products. THE REFORMER is the newspaper published by the order from its own of fice in Richmond, Va. It stands for the voice of the people, representing cooperation and combination of the race and is the Beacon Light, the Headlight, the General Messenger and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is $1.00 per year. A well-equipped job office bids for the work of the people, which is turned out in first class style and at low prices. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has purchased 634 acres of land, and established thereon an Old Folk's Home. With unexampled liberality and broad-minded generosity, the Order does not limit entrance to this home to its members alone, nor even to members families, but the doors are opened to the aged and decrepid of the whole race, regardless of their residence or connections. The Order makes itself the trustee for this glorious charity, and calls upon the whole people, black and white, North, East, South and West to assist by their contribution the carrying out of this praiseworthy idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as a Grend Rally Day for the House Contributic s can be forwarded to the casmier of the Reformer's Savings Bank who will send receipt for same and account for it to The Grand Fountain. Members of the Order and the public, when visiting Richmond, Va, are invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. It is in a pleasant and desirable location. Service is of the best and rates are reasonable. The Real Estate Department manages and controls all property interests o the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 ho with a fee simple value of $122,500 Ir addition to these the Order leases buildings. For any further information, address W. P. BURRELL, G. W. Secretary, Wm. L TAYLOR, W. M. Master. 7. M. Master. --- JOHN BURGESS --- RESOURCES. ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. LIABILITIES W. P. BURRELL, G. W. Secretary PHILADELPHIA PICKINGS. Help for a Worthy Georgia Home Dr. Lee's Revival Work Movements in Church and Literary Circles. Philadelphia, Pa., Special:—Winter is indeed at its height and last week Philadelphia experienced one of the most ruinous storms since 1888. All the telegraph wires were out of working order and most of them were broken. News from the outside world was brought to Philadelphia by messenger only. The loss to the electric companies in the city amounted to $200,000. Several men and horses were killed by falling wires and thousands of trees were ruined by the ice, which presented a beautiful spectacle on every twig and branch. Rev. Carter, of Atlanta, Ga., is making an extended trip through the North, in order to secure funds to carry on and complete the Home for Aged Colored Parsons in Georgia. He has been conducting special services at the Shiloh Baptist Church. Rev. Wm. H. Phillips, pastor, and on last Tuesday the ladies of the church tendered him a reception, where he delivered an address on the "Holy Land," which was very interesting. On last Sunday morning Rev. Carter was with the Cherry Street Church and preached an excellent sermon. The church and Sunday school presented him with twenty-five dollars to aid in the building of the Home. We are glad to see some of our leading ministers doing something for the cause of humanity, in the State of Georgia, Dr. Carter tells us, the Negro is given no show in certain sections, and some are so downtrodden that it pays some of our leaders to help themselves by helping others to become uplifted in the walks of life. Rev. George Lee, of Washington, D.C., has conducted a most successful revival service at the Zion Baptist Church. Rev. Moore, pastor, during which time many souls have been added to the fold. A notable event among church life was a Book Reception at the Cherry Street Church, given by the Sunday school on last Thursday evening. Invitations were issued and admission was by a book. A fine programme was rendered by H. M. Walker's Dramatic Club, among which were recitations from Paul Lawrence Dunbar; "The Spelling Bee," by Miss Florence Williams; "The Party," by Miss MaeBelle Walker. The principal feature of the programme was a declamation. "The Tent Scene between Brutus and Cassius," eloquently delivered by the pastor, Rev. Creditt, with all of his oratorical ability. The lecture room was crowded and there were some three hundred volumes of choice books added to the library. After the programme refreshments were served to all present. Death came into the midst of the St. Paul Baptist Church and snatched from among her, one of her strongest deacons, Brother Samuel Brazington. His funeral was on last Friday, from the church, where the pastor, Rev. E. W. Johnson, preached a fine sermon, showing that even as a man lives, so he dies. Mr. Brazington was sixty-nine years old; he leaves a wife, seven children and a host of relatives to mourn his loss. The Philadelphia public is enjoying a rare musical treat by a series of organ recitals given by Prof. R. Henri Robinson. The second of the series was given at the All Saints P. E. Church, South Twelfth street. The music was indeed grand and the two numbers by Mr. Winger were sung beautifully. A large audience was present last Sunday. The Crucifixion Church, which was burned THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D.C. down a short while ago, is being rebuilt and the services are now being conducted at the All Saints P. E. Church. Mr. and Mrs. Stuart McCard celebrated their twenty-fifth wedding anniversary on Thursday evening at their residence West Price Street, Germantown. They were congratulated by many friends during the evening who left many tokens of respect. Rev. Morton Winston, of Mt. Zion Church, Germantown, will celebrate the twelfth year of his pastorate on March 13th, at which time his church will tender him a reception in appreciation of his work during that time. Invitations have been received for an afternoon tea by Misses Ardley and Helen Smith at their residence, South Third street, on Sunday, March 2d. Miss Bessie Taylor, of Atlanta, Ga., is in our city visiting Miss Anna Duncan. Mr. Richard Moore paid a flying visit to Philadelphia last week, visiting friends. Rev. Graham, of Richmond, Va., was in the city the guest of Rev. Taliaferro. Confirmation services were held at St. Thomas' Church on last Monday evening. Bishop Coleman officiated. Mr. Leroy Bryan passed through our city enroute to Pittsburg, Pa. A GREAT NEGRO EXHIBIT. The Charleston Exposition Leads in its Full Equipment at the Negro Building - Big Events in Store for April. Mr. Lloyd G. Wheeler, one of the leading merchant tailors of Chicago has just returned from a trip to the Charleston Exposition and expressed himself to a few Washington friends as being highly pleased and gratified at the splendid showing made by the Negro exhibit. Mr. Wheeler's opinion is in accord with all who have visited the exposition from this section. The Negro department is an improvement over all previous efforts in this direction. As an evidence of the appreciation for the colored visitors all the color line signs have been withdrawn and colored people are given the freedom of the exposition. The management of Dr. W. D Crum has been highly satisfactory. He is arranging some big dates for April 7 to 9th. Among the features of these dates will be a Masonic Congress of the colored Masons of the United States; a Knight Templar conclave and drill; a $75 banner will be given the best drilled body; an educational congress, to which all colored educators have been invited, and to this will be added a farmers' conference. A three fourth rate has been granted by all the trunk lines, thus doing away with the jim cow cars. St Luke's Musical Association The March (or lenten) meeting of the St. Luke's Musical Association Monday evening in the parish hall, promises to be musically at reactive and agreeable. A large chorus of ladies and gentlemen, under the personal direction of Prof. J. Henry Lewis will render vocal selections from "Elijah" and other of the great oratorios. Other talent, both instrumental and vocal, will also add numbers to this ideal meeting. All lovers of good music should attend. The public are cordially invited. Business meeting at 7:30 and the musical exercises beginning at 8 o'clock. The first charity reception of the Benneker Relief Association for the benefit of the Day Nursey, Sojourner Truth home, and Home for Friendless Girls, will be held at Convention Hall, corner fifth and L street, northwest, Friday evening, April 4. The Memorial orchestra will furnish music A representative committee is in charge Gorson Gold Mining Co. OF NOME ALASKA. Is Selling Treasury Stock, Par Value $1.00 for 40 cents per share. $30,000,000 Net Profit. THE Corson Gold Mining Co. owns and controls fifty Mining claims in Alaska. Titles to all these properties are perfect and direct from the United States government, and are duly recorded in the government recording offices in the districts where the properties lie. All prospecting and exploiting of claims during the season of 1901 gave the most encouraging results. Not a single one of the company's claims failed to show good deposits. Our properties, comprising fifty different good placer mining claims of twenty acres each, lie in the choicest and richest district's on the best known creeks, and wherever extensive work has been done the results have been successful. Well-know and reliable experts estimate that the property alread prospected will yield a net profit at least $30 000,000 PROPOSITIONS OF THE COMPANY. The Directors of the Corson Gold Mining Company propose to place its Alaska mines upon a Dividend-paying basis during the Summer of 1902. To this end systematic mining will be carried on during the coming season In order to carry out these ends successfully it is proposed to sell a limited amount of the Treasury Stock of the Company at Forty Cents (40c) per share (par value $1.00), a price which makes it a demonstrably First-Class investment. Stocks will be sold to carry out our plans of development and actual economical dividend paying mining and every dollar received is, by good conservative business management, to be expended in Development and Mining of the Company's properties; and every dollar not so expended will be covered back to the Treasury of the Company. Send in your subscription now while the Stock is only Forty Cents per Share, par value $1.00 GEORGE FRANKLYN WILLEY, Vice-Pres. 36 Merrimack St. Manchester, N H. THE CHICAGO-BEAUMONT OIL CO., offers the best opportunity for a safe investment in oil fields. OUR SPINDLE TOP PROPERTY IS IN THE CENTER OF THE GUSHER STRIP. A GUSHER GUARANTEED IN THIRTY DAYS. CONTRACTS FOR THE SALE OF OIL NOW BEING NEGOTIATED. BIG DIVIDENDS ASSURED TO INVESTORS. STOCK WILL POSITIVELY ADVANCE IN PRICE WHEN WELL IS BROUGHT IN. Buy Stock Now On These Terms. 10 per cent With Order, Balance When We Strike Cil. DON'T BE MISLED. Remember, when you buy stock in the Chicago-Beaumont Oil Co. you are only paying 50 cents on the dollar. Only one-half the par value of the stock. We call attention to this simply because some people do not realize that one share of our stock at $5.00 per share is equal to from twenty to thirty shares of stock in some companies who are selling stock at these seemingly low prices. In many instances their price is several times the par value of their stock, and being sold by fire-responsible speculators at the highest figures obtainable without regard to the value of the property or the ability of the company to pay the investors. THE CHICAGO-BEAUMONT OIL COMPANY IS RESPONSIBLE. Hon. Wm. Penn Nixon, U. S. Collector, Port of Chicago is the President. Your Money Back if a Gusher is Not Produced in Thirty Days. STOCK SELLS NOW AT 50c ON THE DOLLAR (½ PAR VALUE.) There remain only a few days more in which to buy stock at its present price. Do not wait until gusher is brought in and its price is advanced. Now is your opportunity to make a clean and safe investment that is bound to pay handsome dividends. The par value of stock is $10 per share. YOU CAN BUY NOW. 1 SHARE $5.00. You pay 50 cents cash, balance when oil is struck. 10 SHARES $50.00. You pay $5.00 cash, balance when oil is struck. 5 SHARES $25.00. You pay $2.50 cash, balance when oil is struck. 20 SHARES $100.00. You pay $10.00 cash, balance when oil is struck. YOU CANNOT LOSE ON OUR PROPOSITION. Send for prospectus and particulars to THE CHICAGO-BEAUMONT OIL CO., E. C. Tracy, Sec. Suite 307 Montauk Building, 119 Monroe Street, Chicago, Ill. 40 cfs. per Share. PROPERTIES. 13 4C cfs. per share. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. --- Straightens Kinky, Curly Hair OZONO TRADE MARK KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS. 50£ BEFORE. AFTER. IN order to protect the public from the numerous quack nostrums now on the market, which claim to straighten and cause the hair to grow long, and which are simply put up by a lot of quacks, charlatans, and fakirs, who have no chemical skill, with the sole idea to get your hard-earned cash and give you nothing in return for your money but a dirty, sticky mass of worthless greases, which injure the hair and cause it to fall out, we have placed our trade-mark, granted to us by the Government of the United States of America, on every box of OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers and Hair-Straighteners. This trade-mark consists of two heads, as shown in this advertisement—one head showing short, curly hair, the other showing long, flowing hair. Any preparation showing the heads with the hair done up in a coil, or showing features different from the faces shown in this advertisement, is not OZONO. Seeing our marked success with the true hair-straightener, OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers, numerous firms are now widely advertising spurious compounds, and trading on the reputation that we have made for OZONO. Do not be fooled by these flaring advertisements, which are all promises. Buy the genuine and only original King of all Hair Tonics, OZONO. Two hundred and fifty thousand colored people bought OZONO in the last twelve months. OZONO is sold in every State in the Union, all over Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, also in Cuba and the West Indies. Its fame has travelled around the world, because it is a true Hair Tonic, that straightens without any outside assistance. No hot irons are used; nothing but OZONO. It not only straightens the hair, but produces a long, silky, beautiful, luxurious growth of soft, fine hair. To neglect your hair is more than foolish, when you can increase its beauty by a few applications of OZONO. 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Cut out this coupon and mail to us, with $1.00, and we will send the goods the same day we receive the money. If you send $3.00, we will send you four lots; if you send $2.00, we will send you three lots. If you have a friend who wishes to take advantage of this lot, let them pin their name to this coupon, and the goods will be sent promptly. If this offer is read by some one who does not own this newspaper, they can get the goods by simply sending $1.00 and mentioning the name of the paper in which they saw our advertisement. Parties who desire one of our MAGNETIC COMBS, which aids materially in the straightening process, can obtain same by sending 50c. extra. Remember, OZONO is guaranteed to straighten the hair—to OZONO is guaranteed to straighten the hair—to make it grow long, soft, and glossy; also to cure all itching, burning, humiliating scalp diseases. To make the hair grow out again on bald spots, especially around the temples, there is no Hair Tonic on earth one-half so good. 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Washington D.C. s@- No letters answered unless ac- ompanied by stemp, THE COLOREDZAMERICAN WASHINGTON, D. C. eT : M Govosmirn 3 joLosMrtH: | City Paragraphs. (oz... | Den meore. Miss Lucy Lewis, of McCullough Place, will locate at Montclair, N. J Miss Ajlovita, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. T. Menard ot Le Droit Park, is ill, Mr Daniel Murray now holds forth in the Capital branch of the Congres sional Library. Messrs. W. 8. Biackburn of Ohio and W. R. Patterson ot Texas has been re-instated in the Census Office. J G. Van Brackle of the Hotel Brunswick is still confined to hie bed with an acute attack of pneumoria, The G. U. O. of O F. Union Relie Asrociaticn paid the widow of Mr. Richara White the eum promised at the death of her husband. Misses Memie Beckett and Marie James of Washington were in B.1ti- more a few days ago, the guests of Mise Es‘elle Cammings. Mr. I. IL Henson late of the Census Office will practice law in this city Mrs. Heneon will pay a visit soon to her parents in Texas. Miss Cora McGuinn of 12 h street. n. w. who had returned to New York to resume her positicn as trained nurse in a sanitarium,bas taken a sick leave and will remain home for several week. The entertainment Wednesday even- ing of last week by the ushers of the Second Baptist church at the residence of Mr. and Mrs.Asbury Neal, 1250 New Jersey Avenve, was a gratifying euc- cess. Mis> Eva E Bell, of 100 L street is showing rapid advance aq an sccomp- lished pianist. She is u~der exce'lent tutelage and is taking ry nk with our best instrumentalis‘s. Rev Owen M. Waller, reetor of St. Luke’s church conducted the exercises at St. James church Baltimore all day last Sonday, and the rector of St. James, Rev George F Bragg, Jr. ¢fliciated at thesame time in St. Luke’s church here, Mrs. James H. Hayes, of Kict mond, Va may be one of those fortunate enough to be r tained in the permanent Census, Her friends are making a atub- vorn fight for her and cla‘m that she is the only colored clerk left to Virginia's credit. ; Prof F. L. Cardozo, Sr, is doing a s,lendid work at Briggs School, 22nd and E streets n‘rthwest He haea good building. an effici nt corps of teachers and the pupil: chow the effect of through diecipline. Mr. Edward H. Fisher, unt. recent- ly a compositor on the Christian Re- corder at Philadelphia, has assumed similar duties at the Government Print- ing Office. He secured his appointment by passing a civil service examination, taking high rank. The First Separate Battalion, District National Guard, under command of Major Arthur Brouks, made a flae ap- pearance in the procession escorting M Gowsmirn CA Gann THE BEsT QUALITY, THE LOWEST PRICES, ALWAYS aT M. Goldsmith & Son, JEWELERS, 911 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, OPTICIANS. WASHINGTON, D. C. MRs, DR. 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G, te TEACHERS WANTED. a fivs=t COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL SSsex—— ALLEGHERY, PA, A Practical, Literary and In- dustrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Brick- laying, Pls ‘ering, Painting and Interior D-corations. Tailering, Dress-mak 1g, Millinery, Voice Culture a.d Piano Forte. Liter- ary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Bo- licited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. ; Unusual advantages tor Girls and a separate building, Fall terms begins Sept. 9th, 1901. Address JosepH D, Mawoney, | Allegheny, Pa. Prineipal. ad ee or a en ee nae 2 Ee SE... aa Eee BS hs PRR ef Boer spd Menus: [ke ed fe Omar ; A Maida Sea iA ae ee ee Everybody Eats CORBY'S “MOTHER'S” BREAD. *@ It is easily the best bread in the world. It is pare and wholesome andis the greatest strengh ning food you can eat, Mothers Bread is sold im over a thousand grocers in this city. Try it. Corby's Modern Baker A BACE MAGAZINE. Do you reatize that there is published in Boston, Mass., a high grade illustrated magazine, devoted exclusively to the interests of the Negro race, and which is edited, published and controlled by mem- bers of the race? If you would like tc see a sam- ple copy of this magazine same will be sent you on receipt of 8 cents in stamps, or one year for $1.50, Address, THE COLORED AMERICAN MAGA ZINE. Dept. A, s Park Square, Bostos, Mass, THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. DE NOEMME DISFRANCHISEM DODGE The Southern Disfranchisers cannot ride the Northern Elephant longer, if Congress enforces the Fourteenth Amendment. 16 City Paragraphs. City Paragraphs. Mr. John P Green is out again after a brief illness. Paul Laurence Dunbar is said to be very ill in New York City. Prof Booker T. Washington passed through the city this week. Dorsey C. Suber who was committed to the insane hospital some time ago, is dead. D. Webster Wilson of the Census Office has joined the noble army of "the slain" Miss Bessie Smith of 816 4th street northwest has been quite ill, but is on the mend Will Q A'wood, late of the Census Office, has returned to his home in Bay City, Michigan. Mr. C L. Marshal, the popular grocer, has taken one of the new flats on Q street n w Miss Nina Pinchbrek has been added to our large and brilliant roster of school teachers. Miss Ada Edmunds of Mt. Pleasant has returned home after a pleasant visit to Philadelphia Dr. W. D. Crum, executive officer of the Negro exhibit at Charleston, S. C. was in this week. The petite Miss Nettie Murray will sustain her splendid reputation as one of Washington's peerless soprano. The Orphus Glee Club has shown good judgment in selecting Miss Beatrice L Warrick as their accompanist. The ushers of the Second Baptist church cleared $25 at their recent enter alinment at the residence of Mrs Lucy Ne l. Mr. Fred. Robinson and Miss Grace Whitfield were united marriage last week. Rev. Robert Johnson performing the ceremony. Dr. George H. Richardson read a paper on "The Pulpit" Wednesday evening at the People's Literary on M street between 6th and 7th. Mr. Clarence White who will appear in the Orpheus Glee Club's concert is no longer a "comer" or a "rising young player etc."—he's all there. James D. Webster, who has been under treatment here for an eye affection has returned to his home in Alexandria, much improved. Two weddings of note are said to be on the schedule-one lady being a popular belle of Third street, the other residing on 1 street, not a hundred blocks from 4th street. Dr. H. L. Bailey of the High School has not been enjoying good health lately, although like a true soldier he stands heroically at his post and refuses to surrender. The piano recital by Miss Beatriz L. Chase at the 15th Street Presbyterian church was largely attended. All the participants gave evidence of talent of a promising order. Editor E E Cooper is confined to his office. Slippery sidewalk—sudden fall, sprained ankle, arnica, hot water St. Jacob's oil, doctors in consultation. That's the whole story. To say that W. H. Fossett has the sweetest baritone voice in the city is hardly an exaggeration. He will be heard in a solo at the Orpheus Glee Club concert March 7th. Tomorro v will be Woman's Day at the Odd Fellows' Lyceum. Mrs. Helen A. Douglass will deliver an address on "Lynching." The vice president, Mrs. Anna Thomas will preside. Mr. James C. Roper, of Jersey City, was in town Monday with Prince Henry party. He conducted several friends Credit for All Washington. Another Feast For Furniture Buyers No housekeeper can read the prices printed below without realizing that the values offered are exceptional—even at this season of the year, when clearance sales are plentiful. We are making room for spring goods with a vengeance, and this week we not only offer you a list of unparalleled bargains, but we shall sell these goods on easier terms of payment than you have ever known before. Peter Grogan, 817-819-821-823 SEVENTH ST. N.W. Between H and I Streets. ODD DRESSERS. These pieces of furniture are substantially made and beautiful in every line. Handsomely mirrored, carved, and polished. $22 50 Dressers, now $16 48 $25 00 Dressers, now 17.98 $16 50 Dressers, now 11.98 $25 00 Dressers, now 17 50 $22 50 Dressers, now 17 50 $20 Enamel d Dresser 16.48 Peter G 817-819-821-823 S Between H and relatives the beautiful palace care set apart for the German nobleman. Word reaches us that Mr. Thomas H. Malone arrved at Atlanta, Ga. in good shape, and met with a royal welcome Mr. M lone will practice law in his old home, and furnish literary pabulum for newspapers and magazines. Hon. George H. White talked "Business" to a big house in Brooklyn last week at Fleet street church. A grand reception followed the address Mr. White is deservedly popular in Greater New York. Rev. O. M. Weller is in Toronto Canada, this week attending the international convention of the student volunteer movement. The convention will have a vital effect toward increasing the religious work in the several colleges. Mrs. Lucy G. Thurman of Michigan in charge of the colored department of the National Woman's Christian Temperance Union has been in the city attending the annual meeting of the Woman's National Council. The event of the season will be at Odd Fellows Hall on next Friday evening—Orphers Glee Club concert. After the concert program, the Monumenta Orchestra will enliven the occasion with their delightful music. W Calvin Chase, editor of The Be will speak tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. at the Second Baptist Lccum, subject: "Some Reasons Why." The new of ficers will be installed and other important matters will be attended to. A packed house is expected. Owing to the inclement weather Tuesday evening, Founder's Day under the auspices of the Bethel Literary and Historical Association was not well attended. An excellent paper was prepared by Rev. D. G. Hill on Bishop Daniel A. Payne, which was also true of the address by Rev. I. L. Thomas on the benefits of literary organizations. It is hoped that on a more propitious occasion a repetition of these exercise can be arranged. --- We cannot print a description of these suits that would do them justice. You must see them. $24 00 Oak Suite, now $17.98 $30 00 Oak Suite, now 22.48 $70 00 Oak Suite, now 52 50 $37 00 Oak Suite, now 29 98 $45 00 Oak Suite, now 32 50 $57 50 Oak Suite, now 52 50 $140 00 Oak Suite, now 55 00 rogan, EVENTH ST. N. W. and I Streets. BLACK SKIN REMOVER REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER A Wonderful Face Bleach both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Guaranteed to do what we say and to be the "best in the world." One box is all that is required if used as directed. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A PEACH-LIKE complexion obtained if used directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mulatto person perfectly white. In forty-eighth hours a shade or two will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots bu. oleaches out white, the skin remaining beautiful without continual use. Will remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples or bumps or back 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 worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. THE NO-SMELL thrown in free. Any person sending us one dollar in a letter or Post-Office money order, express money order or registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you want it sent C. O. D. it will come by express, 25c. extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Broad Street RICHMOND, Va. Houses For Sale. FOR SALE.—No. 7 and 9 Hanover Place, northwest, two-story and cellar, nearly new, 6 rooms and bath all modern improvements. Nice location and convenient to two car lines. Price, $3,200, or will exchange. We have, also, some nice two-story brick houses in Patterson St., 6 rooms and bath, which we can sell for $2,200. Call at office for number and permit to examine. FOR SALE—A fine corner in Southwest Washington, No. 900 E. St., N. W., can be converted into store at small expense. Price only $2,500. FOR SALE—A two-story brick house on E Street, northwest, between 18th and 19th Streets, 6 rooms and bath. Price $2,200. We have a number of other small houses in different sections of the city which we can sell, on easy terms. Call at office for our list. 1407F St, N W. Our Schools And Colleges. ECHOES FROM THE EDUCATIONAL FIELD AND NEWS OF THE WORKERS THEREIN. 2 The Tuskegee Song. Tuskegee, thou pride of the swift growing South We pay thee our homage to-day; For the worth of thy teaching, the joy of thy care, And the good we have known 'neath thy sway. Oh, long striving mother of diligent sons, And of daughters, whose strength is their pride, We will love thee forever, and ever shall walk Thro' the oncoming years at thy side. Thy hand we have held up the difficult steeps, When painful and slow was the pace, And onward and upward, we've labored with thee For the glory of God and our race. The fields smile to greet us, the forests are glad, The ring of the anvil and hoe Have a music as thrilling and sweet as a harp Which thou taught us to hear and to know Oh, Mother Tuskegee, thou shinest to-day, As a gem in the fairest of landg; Thou gavest the Heav'n-blessed power to see The worth our minds and our hands! We thank thee, we bless thee, we pray for thee [years Imploring with grateful accord, Full fruit for thy striving, time longer to strive. Sweet love and true labor's reward week to appropriate the school funds between the two races. The white children were given one dollar and twenty-five cents per capita, while the colored children were given only seventy five cents per capita. The law says the school funds shall be divided equally between the two races and that there shall be no discrimination on account of color. The colored citizens are making a vigorous protest. Bishop Coppin, of Philadelphia, of the Fourteenth District of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, in South Africa since his return, talks hopefully of religious and educational prospects. His diocese lies south of the Zimbesi River and comprises the South African and the Transvaal Conferences. "We have now between 40 and 50 churches established, with over 100 traveling ministers," he said. "We have recently bought a large building in Cape Town, where, we expect to open a school to prepare students for a collegiate course. We are also hoping soon to start an industrial and literary school near Bloemfontein, modeled after Tuskegee." Senator Wellington has introduced a bill in the Senate providing for the ac- quirement of land in Fort Reno, D. C., for a colored public school. W P. Burrell, of Richmond, Va., has been appointed Curator of the Hampton Normal School by Governor J. Hodge Tyler, of Virginia The business of the Tuskegee Post Office has grown to such an extent that the Government officials at Washington have granted an additional postal clerk. A friend of the work in New York has lately given the money for an executive building at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. Rev. Francis J. Grimke, D. D. of Washington, is to deliver a course of lectures and sermons at the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama during the first week in April. Miss Bertha Blue has the honor of being the first Afro-American to teach in the Hicks and Brownell schools of Cleveland, Ohio. At present she is serving as a substitute. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D.C. Prof. E. A. Clarke, for several years professor of science in Wilberforce University has been elected president of Lincoln University, Jeffr on City, Mo. at a salary of $1 800 a year. Roscoe Conkling Bruce, who graduates at Harvard in June, has been employed by the Tuskegee Institute and will take charge of the academic work at that institution in the fall. A Normal and Industrial School for Negroes has recently been established at Chambersburg, Pa., by Rev. G. W. Kincaid, formerly of Pittsburg, which promises to be a brilliant success. The Tuskegee Institute Bank, Mr. G W. A Johnson, cashier, continues to be liberally patronized by students and teachers. The deposits are now hovering about the $7000 mark. Mr. T. J. Bell, of Selma, Ala., has been elected as secretary of the colored branch of the Y. M. C. A on 53rd street, New York He is a graduate of Atlanta University, also of Hartford Seminary. The acting British Governor of Sierra Leone has appointed Dr. Edward Wilnot Blyden to be Director-Generel of Islamic education for the west coast of Africa, believing him to be the best fitted man for the position. In the examination before the Supreme Court recently held in Raleigh the students of the Shaw University Law Department of which E. A. Johnson, Esq., is Dean, all passed. Sixty per cent of the whites failed. President J. H. Jones of Wilberforce University, is trying to supply the science department, recently vacated by Prof E A Clarke, by the seniors. He is making a diligent search for a competent teacher and hopes to be able to supply the place soon. Principal Booker T. Washington, by special invitation, dined recently in New York with Mr John D. Rockefeller and his son, Mr John D. Rockefeller, Jr., for the purpose of talking over the needs of education in the South, Prof. W. E. B. Dubois, of Atlanta University, one of the ripest scholars of the Negro race, is delivering a course of lectures this winter in New York and Philadelphia, which in its fullness, embraces a history of the Negro and the African slave trade as well as a discussion of the present conditions of our race in America The announcement is made that Mrs Fannie Jackson Coppin, the renowned principal of the Institute for Colored Youth of Philadelphia, will retire at the end of the current school year. Mrs. Coppin, perhaps, the ablest colored woman who occupies such a positions in this country, and it is certain that in her retirement, the educational interests of the race sustain a severe loss. The colored citizens of Alton, Ill., are for the fourth time carrying to the Supreme Court a test case of the public school provisions of that city, which deny to colored children the right to attend public schools in the districts in which they live, but have provided a separate school to which they are compelled to go. We are sure that our friends friends in Alton have the sympathy of the race everywhere. "THE BRIGHT SIDE." Mrs Mary Church Terrell Saw Much of it During a Highiy Successful New England Tour. Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, Washington's favorite platform orator, has returned after a highly successful tour of several New England cities. She was warmly received everywhere, but addressed an exceptionally large and brilliant audience Sunday afternoon, February 2nd in Court Square Theater, Springfield. Mass. under the auspices of the Y M. C. A (white.) Her theme was "The Bright Side of a Dark Sub- MARY CHURCH TERRELL. ject," an optimistic presentation of the race problem. The daily papers praised her efforts as the finest ever heard in that section, and referred in flattering terms to her graduation at Oberlin, of her studious supplementary career in the conservatories at Paris, Berlin, Lausanne and Florence and dwelt upon her fruitful labors at the head of the National Association of Colored Women. At Northampton, Mass. Mrs. Terrell was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Stanley, the author of several books and contributors to magazines. She spent a day at Hartford, Conn., the guest of Mrs. Isabella Beecher Hooker, sister of Harriet Beecher Stowe. Mrs. Terrell is enjoying excellent health and returns home home with views still more firmly intrenched on "The Bright Side." A Hint to The "Leaders" The Negroes of the United States are publishing in the various sections of the country four hundred twelve newspaper journals, the majority of which will reflect credit upon any race of people. Every self-respecting Negro should subscribe and pay for at least one newspaper published by the race. But ahame on some of our would-be big Negroes! They will pay for nothing, and see good in nothing done by black men and women. Despite these simpletons, the Negroes are making progress along all lines—Cambridge (Mass.) Voice of the Century. Some Rare Musical Instruments Readers who care for music and its history as well as all who are interested in the quaint and antique, will find much to attract their attention in an article called "Some Rare Musical Instruments," in The Outlook, dated March 1. It is written by Mr. William Adams Brown, and describes with ample illustration the remarkable collection of musical instruments presented by Mrs. John Crosby Brown to the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS THE M'KINLEY HOUSE, 489 Missouri Ave. Near 6 St. 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. The PORTER : HOUSE : CAFE 103 6th St., N. W. 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. --- W. M. DRURY'S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St., corner L. N. W. Washington, D. C. THE SOUTHERN HOTEL, Good board, steam heat and electric bells. Home comforts, moderate prices. 311 Pa. Av., n. w., Washington, D. G. Fine wines, liquors, cigars and Tobacco. JACK M. RYAN, PROP. The Woodson House First-class, newly furnished and decorated, unurpassed cuisine, convenient to all cars, Only alf square from Pennsylvania Eepot. 467 Missouri Avenue. HENRY WOODSON, Proprietor. FINE WINE OLD WHIRKEY AND BRANNDIES Liquors of all kinds, Choice Cigars. 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. SMITH CAFE LADIES AND GENTLEMEN'S DINING ROOM. Board by the Day or Week. A. M. SMITH, 479 Missouri Ave. Prop. HOTEL GLYDE, 475 MISSOURI AVE, N.W. First-Class Accomodations For Ladies and Gentlemen. Hot and Cold Baths. MRS. ALICE E. HALL, Proprietress. JEALOUSY. Her husband tells her a'l The secrets of his past. The trade cares which enthra'l, The end to gain at last. And is she happy? No. Her life with grief is fraught Because she cannot know The thoughts he's nevr thought. We Pause for a Reply: Who are our leaders and why do you so regard them. When you can find a "warmer member" than Edmund H. Deas, Is The Axe "cutting much ice" in Washington's journalistic field? Have voters and heads of families any chance for appointment to office. Wonder if Harry Smith knows how it feels to be run over by a steam roller Why don't hot air spelers pick their people when they have lies to dispense Why do not idlers know enough to give a busy man a chance to earn a living. Why not W. T. Menard for president of the Pen and Pencil Club at the May election? Isn't it about settled that conferences and conventions do little to settle the race problem Wouldn't Gov. Pinchback stir up the animals if he had just about one term in Congress? Why don't landladies with rooms to let do not advertise the fact in The Colored American. How many Negro clerks will be left in the permanent Census Office, after the fine comb has been plied. Why will poor men deny themselves and fam lies the necessities of life to buy whiskey for fool friends. What has caused the disappearance of all the president-makers who started out so brashly a few months ago. Why should five northern white men permit one southern vote to outweigh their strength in national elections. Wouldn't it be a good idea for our multitude of lyceum presidents to form a union, trust, or syndicate of some kind. Why is it that so many able bodied offic-sackers have not been reminded that the plowing season will soon be in full blast Are presentations now to take the place of banquets when a distinguished man needs an excuse to work off a speech. How can a young man expect preferment of any kind who can do nothing think of nothing, and is worth nothing to anybody. Will Pelham, Houston, Paynter, Dunbar or any of the strenuous leaders be candidates for the Pen and Pencil Club presidency? Isn't it about up to the McKinley Industrial School management to respond to the inquiry published in a recent issue of The Colored American. Why is that some so called progressive Negro business men are afraid of bank checks—even when signed by a Carnegie and presented by a solid citizen. Isn't the equanimity with which Recorder Dancy listens to the tons of gratuitous advice offered him by "friends" a fine tribute to his physical constitution. Why our congested population of educated young ladies cannot be reduced by sending a consignment of THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. hem South, where their services are sorely needed. Why is it that a hundred Negro newspapers cannot see a dollar a month of value in a strong general letter from Washington, furnished by a reliable news bureau. Isn't it a compliment to the lung power of our orators that their wind has successfully withstood the strain of Lincoln, Douglass and Washington birthday celebrations within ten days. How much money is annually contributed by the bumptious individual who always rises to suggest that certain addresses should be published in pamphlet form for distribution among the masses. A GOOD MAN GONE. Last Rites Over Remains of W. A. Smith-Personal Notes. Ansonia, Conn, Special:—The funeral of the late W. A. Smith took place at the Clinton A. M. E Z on Church, Feb 11th. The church was filled to its uttermost capacity with his many friends both white and colored. Rev L. H Taylor officiated at the service, assisted uy the Rev. J. Davis of the Tabernacle Baptist Church and Rev. Roscoe of the Macedonia Baptist Church. Mr. Smith was a member of the James H. Wilkins Lodge, Eastern Star Lodge and Pride of Naugatuck Valley Lodge, Good Samaritans, all of which assisted in the burial ceremony. Mr. Smith was a man of great influence and was beloved by all who new him Mr. Smith came north from Hamptou Va., thirty two years ago and was employed as a laborer on the railroad and worked there quite a while. Entering the empl ymen of Mr. Geo. O. Schneilegher, he worked there for some years. He then entered the employ ment of A. E. Hull, who conducted a coal yard, Mr. Smith acting as foreman For the past two years, Mr. Smith carried on the grocery business on Clifton Avenue, and was engaged in said business up to the time of his death. He was 55 years ld and died in full triumph of faith, leaving to mourn his loss, a wi'e adopted son, and other relatives. Miss Florence Young, who has been residing in this city for the past two months, has returned to her home in Danbury, Conn. Miss Florence is the daughter of Rev James Young of that city. Mr. and Mrs. William Grey, who have resided in this city for the past two years, have gone to Delaware where they will spend a few days. They will then return to their home in Maryland. Mr Geo. A. Tatten who has been employed for the Bham Brass Co., for the past two years but owing to the failing of the same has accepted a position in Waterbury, Conn. Mr. Tatten left this city last Monday, his family remaining here for the present. There was a surprise party at the residence of Mr. and Mrs James Garnet of Division Street on Tuesday evening in the honor of their guest Miss L. Carter, and a very enjoyable evening was spent, consisting of games of all kinds and music by Miss Karl E. Tatten. Mr. John Sims is quite ill at his home on South Main Street Mr. Arthur Washington is also ill at his home on Howard Avenue. NEEDING CONFI DENTIAL TREATMENT, safe and sure relief in all female LADIES troubles, constipation, irregularities, &c. A gold medal awarded for the science of obstetrics from University of Munich, Bavaria. Separate rooms for Ladies before and during confinement. Infants adopted. Strictly private. MRS. DR. RENNER. Office Hours, 10 A. M. to 6 P. M. 402 Sixth Street, rthwest, Washington, D.C. under the guidance of DR. CZARRA, are certainly curing people who had thought their cases incurable. Abscesses and even Cancer are subjugated by the doctor. 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Sold by druggists and dealers or send us 50 cents for one bottle or $1.40 for three bottles. We pay all express charges. Send postal or express money order. Write your name and address plainly to OZONIZED OX MARROW CO., 70 Wabash Avenue, Chicago, Illinois. 3 SALOONS Fritz Reuter's WASHINGTON, D. C. HOTEL AND RESTAURANT 451, 453, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 202, 208 and 210 41 St. Northwest MOORE & PRIOLEAU, Sparta - Buffet and Cafe 1216 Pa. Av. Wash., D. C. Fine wines, liquors and cigars, Hot Free Lunch Every Day. Ladies will receive special attention in Dining Room upstairs. 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. --- Karl Xander 1530 and 1532 Seventh St: N. W. Wholesale dealer in imported and Domestic Wines and Liquors. Old Reserve, a pure rye, eight old. Full quart $1.00: ...C. H. NAUGHTON... LIQUORS AND SEGARS FINE WINFS. Harper & Wilson a specialty. 1926 Fourteenth St., Northwest. Gray & Costley WINES, LIQUORS & CIGARS Ladies and Gentlemen's Dining Room u stairs. The best of service guaranteed 1313 E Street N. W. WASHINGTON, D. C. Chris.Xander's QUALITY HOUSE, 909 7th St. NW. Established 36 years ago. The largest wholesale stock in town of the most exquisite, faultless wines and distillates (in all 240 kinds,) at Chris Xander's moder. prices no others can compete quality and purity with any of his goods. His liquors are absolutely free from fusel poison. [Nobranch houses,] Phone 1425 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGION, D. U. a oo ee ae ee 4 —_ DANCY RECEIVES OVATION. The Popular Recorder of Deeds Delivers a Masterly Lay Sermon at Second Baptist Church Ly- ceum--Mrs. LucyG Thurman and Miss West Lend Aid. Last Sunday was the banner day of the rew year at the Second Baptist Ly- cem. The day was bright and the air wasbalmy. Fully 1000 persons crowd- ed into the auditorium and the hand- some costumes of the ladies gave the scene a decidedly spring-like aspect. The principai orator of the day was Hon John C. Dancy, of North Caroli- no, Recorder of Deeda, but prior to his introduction, the president accorded the floor to Miss Katie J West, an ac- a = at ZA SS ar & he k sr 44 4 us “e en WH WZ ie J LS : : \) wal BAF Ny Re NRA ese | 1 TINS Yes “Cer tyypman* complished young lady of the G :vern- ment Printing office. In a brief but lucid and practical speech, Miss West corrected an impression that had got. ten abroad that she had, in discussing ® recent paper on the working girl. de- clined to considar the teachersand gov- ernment employees as members of the working class. She explained her at- titude by declaring that all persons who served, whether in : fiice or kitch- ®n, were properly classed a3 wag:-sarn- ers, but, arguing for the diguiy of labor, she was opposed to the foolish idea that one must follow certain pre- ferred callings to secure a standing in go- siety. Character, virtus and industry, she held to be the true tests of socis! acceptability, and she lauded the giri who was brave enough enough to earn ber,own living even in so-called menial pursuits rather than eat the bread of idleness at the expense of aged parents She was proud to be known as a work- ing girl and objected to any report tha she felt above another Who was not for- tuuate enough to be o1\ a governmen pay-roll. Miss West was liberally a;- plauded. “re. Lucy G. Thurman, of Miehigan superintendent of ths W C. T. U. work ia America among colore4 people, was mext introduced. She spoke of the nece3sity of industris! education as a basie for permanent prospsnty amor g @1r masses and urged a higher stanc- ard of character and self-respect as a guide for our womanhood. A race or people she claimed Was rated b7 tne morals of its women—tho mothers of » nation. She deplored the alerming Srowth of intemperance, and ssid that unless we cultivate sobriety and strong- er family unity, the future of the Negro would bs in peril, Her address, though extemporaneous, was receive i with hearty approval. Hon, John C. Dancy was then pre- sented as a distinguished man, wioe path to eminence in church, official station and literature had been anatened from the breach of obstacles and who had been able by his owa might to rise from a plow boy to the chair once fi l:d by Frederick Douglass. It is needless to comment upon Mr. Dancy’s speech in detail. 1c was in his most philosophi- eal and scholarly vein—a lay sermon. preaching fidelity to the principles of God and His church, and showing tha: governments and men} siand upon foundations of sand when they str y away trom the light of truth, justice and mercy held out by Holy Writ Opening with agiowing tribute to the master’y influence of Washington, Lir- colin, Douglass snd Price as four pil- lars im our national structure, Mr Daroy launched forth an eloquent ap- peal for “Civil and Religious Liberty,” the key note of his maguificeut and iu- spiring address: 1t was Mc. Dancy’s best effort since his arrival in Wasp ington. Atitscluse the speaker was given an ovation which lasted for some time, In comparison the audience was the finest that even the populsr Second Baptist Lyceum has teen for many days. Other speakers were Ju-- tice K. M. Hewlett, L. C. Moore, R. F. Toomey and 8 E, Lacy, and Rev+ W. Bishop Johnson, P.e-ident P. W. Thomrson’s administration sure}, cicsed in a bl_ze cf glory. The Chalfontes Entertain In spite of the inclement weather there was a deligh ful gathering at Gray Brothers’ Barquet Hall when the La Chefontes gave their first recep*- tion. Among those present were Misses M. Butler, E. Storum, P Msyo, M. Smallwood, F. B istic, B Barns, J. Johnson, F. Lewis, P Herriot, J, Addison, S Reed, B Lang born, N Lapghorn, K, Ambler, M. Ambler, Lyles, E. Williams, and Misses Winters, Mesers, A. Storum, C. 8 Hil, W 8. Early, C, F. Early, R. C Brown, H F SBrown,N. Murray, B. D Boyd, L. Burgess, CO. Martin, D. Gaskins, F. Boulding, B. Key, H Tignor, A. Lee, E Lewis, J. Bowie and F. Syphsx- A FOOTING IN THE SOIL. Conti_ued from first page. raised 700 pounds of meat. I have about 300 fruit trees.” This was the dominant note struck. The grumbling, pessimistic, despairing soul was conspicuously absent. SAFEGUARDS FOR POSTERITY. Another question much discussed was that of making wills. The average farmer has refrained from executing this document because he: thought that as soon as he did it his ownership in his Property eeased. Good, plain advice on this point was given and from the ex- pressions of many, the advice will not be barren of good fruit. Many cases were cited whereby children failed to reap the benefit of their parents’ labor because of the failure of the parents to attend to this important matter while through their hearts coursed “the ruddy drops.” The improvement of the home life, the lengthening of the school term, diversi- fying of crops and other matters of pith and moment were discussed. Besides the large number of farmers present there were representatives from every institu- tion in the South devoted to the training of Negroes. The problem of entertain- ing this large number is not an easy one, and in this connection the unalloyed un- selfishness in giving up their rooms that others might be made comfortable is worthy of special mention. The spirit of self-forgetfulness displayed by them is really beautiful. WHAT WE MUST DO TO BE SAVED. The Committee on Declarations made the following report, which was unani- mously adopted: First—In connection with education, moral and religious training, we recog- nize that the foundation and growth of our race are to be found in ownership and proper cultivation of the soil, free- dom from mortgaging land, stocks or crops; raising food supplies at home; keeping out of large cities, North and South; prompt and willing payment of taxes; keeping out of court: avoiding all forms of extravagance; keeping our young people off the street, from public lounging places; starting a bank account, however small; holding farmers’ insti- tutes or local conferences and agricultu- ral fairs. Second—We must constantly keep in mind that the masses of our people de- pend on the public schools for their ed- ‘usation. These should be strengthened at every point, especially lengthening the terms; securing better teachers; building school houses and supplying them with proper outfits. Third—We must not overlook the fact that we depend largely for our liv- ing upon the common oc:vpations that are atout our doors, domestic, mechani- cal and agricultural. Since, at present, especially in the South, these occupations are open to us, we should give our careful attention to fitting our youth for these callings, and constantly remind them that there is no cisgrace in manuel labor, but rather in peor work and all forms of idleness. We would advise the teaching of ag- riculture in the public schools, and through the children, would impress upon the parents the value of the dairy, vegetable garden and poultry yard to every family. Fifth—We recognize the great work to be done for the schools, the churches and public improvements, especially in the building and mainienance of good public roads. In the promotion of this and every needed good, we pledge our most hearty co-operation with our white friends, North and South. Sixth—We believe our progress, in all the essentials of life, all things consid- ered, is most encouraging and that our motto should be “Ever onward.” After the adoption of these Declara- tions the benediction was pronounced by Rev. Dr. J. W. E. Bowen, and thus was brought to close a red letter day in the) history of Tuskegee. To-morrow, the Workers’ Conference will be in session and a most interesting meeting is antici-| pated as men high in state, church and other spheres of activity are already on the grounds. A Change of Ownership. Messrs. A. A. Hancock and Co. have succeeded Mr. Bernard Kopfas proprie- tors of the long established cigar and tobacco store at 1235 Pa. ave, n. w, The head of the firm, Mr. Hancock, was formerly an employe of Mr. Kopf, ard has had many yeats exp2rien:e in the business. He is well known and popu- Iss among the iocal retail dealers, a great majority of whom are his patrons. In addtiion to continuing the popular g cds of bis predecessor, Mr. Hancock will be distributor for Hilson, of New York, msker of the famous H:ffman House cigar, alszo for Jose M. Fernan- dez, of Havana, Mr. Hancock is very Popular among the colored businers men in the District. et Mrs Boyce a Visitor. Mrs 8 ansbary Boyce, wife of the en- terprising dry goods merchant in Jack sonville. Fla is spending a few daysin Washington. She has just returned from New York city where she we:t to purchase their spring and summ r goods. After spending a few days in “hiladelphla she came to this city where she is the guest of her sister. Mrs. Alexander. In company with Mise Lena Gibbons, a former clerk‘ir ber husband’s store in Jacksonviile, she paid this office a very Pleasant visit. ——-+ --___ imp ortant Letter to the Editor. Dear Editor: Ifthere ere any persons among Tons they gu seu sarees en eee wr, Duas- Beore Reman Gn LonierPia. ir TOPICS OF THF TOWN Mrs- R. E, Lawson, Miss Ella M. Boston, and L. A. Peebles, report a ve-y ej yable time, at the reception held by Mrs, Margaret Dye E lis, last Tuesday evening, at the El-mere, to meet Mrs. L M. N. Stevens and Miss Anna G Gordon, President and Vice- President of the National W. C. T. U. Strong pressure is being brought to bear to bring about the election of Rey. W. Bishop Jobn+on, secretary of edu- cation for the Baptist denomination of the country. Tne federated colored scboolsshculd be managed by a board and secretary composed of sympathetic and competent Afro-A mericans. Bishop L. J. Coppin’s tecture on “Africa”? Monday evening at the Metro- pclitan A. M. E. eburch drew out an appreciative audience, The scholarly prelate drew an optimistic picture of Africa’s fature and spoke encouraging- hy of the growth of religious and edu: ca ions! awork that isto redeem the Dark Cont:nent. Mias Minnie Crutchfield has been ap- pointed toa position in the Govern: ‘ment Printing Office and has been as sign’d to the record (night) force. She bas resigned as pianist of the Second ‘Baptist Lyceum Misses Eva Bell, Re’ becca Gay and Cora W.lliams are men* tioned for the succession. Washington friends of Mrs. Alex’ ander walters are greatly concerned oyer the ead news that her progress to’ ward recovery is slow. Bishop Walters and bis family have the deepest sym: pathy of this community in this hour of trial and i. is hoped that an encourag* ing report will come to us soon. oo E. DORSEY and Cbristine Dorsey. Type ) writing, Copying and Stenographic work sat isfactorily performed at reasonable rates by th® Misses Dorsey. now #t 946 E. St., S. W., former- ly of the Le Droit Building, where the will be pleased to see their ratrons ‘and friends. ‘Phone, Main 2418-« i 2. eee : * : Some Men Pay ‘ e for an .expert to ; Re $10,000 manage ier ad- & * vertising. There are others ¢ - who pay §-QO for an annual & ~ subscription to printers’ ink % * and learn what all the adver % ® tisers are thinking about. But : even these are not the extremes * cE reached. There are men who & =~ lose over $100,000 a year by : , ding neither one. For sample ¢ , copy send 10 cents t» Print ¢ , ers’ Ink, No 10 Spruce St, ¢. , New York City. % fe % See ee ed BRAKE EK EE AND ASTROLOGIST. as ian Lite from cradl Sue eae Geet te EY to grave. Give ae, ot it Ske te,\? names in full of 7 /) RLY sings “poe those you have or Ba 7 JA OY Aus Lf will marry; causes EE HIONG: [xe bappy marriage to baa f Vs, (ip eaet, those you desire; es | eek Pees unites those sepa DRA ae =y i aep ee, Hronare in doubt a} 4 Se Spee a8 to the outcome 1, | ye of any undertaking say 7 a Gy in business, social bbe Sa, or domestic life; EELS Ba sickness, divorces : FUG GUM separations, law CA. LD suits, lost or absen 2 = friends intere Ene para hp Gee he. ye ey mene es F Se se those you have oF see ep: higie” Of ere will marry; causes ‘Be ff (SS (28s [axe bappy marriage to elf Js ee NE those you desire: feels anode hat & unites those sepa- = { Nea de Regelee rated (never fails) 24 5 SL ee a If you are in doubt a)? Fags Semec== 02 to the outcome yy yd, te of any undertaking aay 7 ASH, VE 9 bpsiness, social 2, Rea) me comentie life; (2 6 RA AE sickness, divorect SSRAE MPT Aa =e separations. | law a EES — ———_ 4 3 = friends intere A = whee desire to have your domestic troubles — e , your lost love returned, consult or write Bro ¥OU, Will. be advised the best way to succeed Fatcons sttendes to ta aR: piciy ot the world. Let tere ot jnaniry saeweced om receipt of two 2ceD MBS, 0. CARY '498, MEST voRK STREET PHILADELPHIA, PA, THE-MAN-ON-THE-CORNER. Shakes The Finger of Warning at Young Geniuses of The "Smart Set" and Takes Some Moving Pictures on The Professional Rialto. The Man-on-the-Corner is a speculative individual. Don't understand by this that we go on 'change and stake our coin on steel bonds or attempt to corner spring wheat. It means we are sometimes given to thinking, cogitating, soliloquising and other dangerous diversions, the outcome and value of which may be a matter for speculation. We are concerned about the future of our young men—especially those who bear the mark of genius. We have been asking ourselves, why is it that the moment a youth from twenty up, begins to show signs of talent and a pious career full of promise, his fool friends begin immediately to load his brain cells with bad whiskey, or swell his head with a lot or inane gush about his extraordinary tal- J. Rev. Charles S. Morris. ents. When a man is busy his nerve centers have nothing in common with intoxicating liquors, and no friend who has an ounce of mother wit will offer a "treat" that means loss of time and impairment of true mental force. If any one thing is sapping the vitality and morals of the Negro's brightest young men it is unseasonable and unreasonable indulgence in the "flowing bowl." We have nothing to say against moderation in any pleasure or social intercourse, if the man has balance, poise and self-control—but to be an habitual "good fellow" at clubs and barrooms is like unto carrying the torch of sobriety into a powder magazine. To be a chronic diner-out, making away with sundry "cold bottles and hot birds," at "any old hour," is to court indigestion, kidney complaint and a train of attendant evils. Smart young men do not have to be fast to bluff the people into believing them to be the "real thing." It is actual work and achievements that count in the final analysis—waste of time and potential energy begets the pity, if not contempt of the very fellows who drink the stuff you pay for. They pat you on the back and then go off among their kind and laugh at your folly. Ordinary sociability is sufficient to keep a hustling young writer, singer, poet, violinist, business man, painter, politician or skilled artisan from being consigned to the "crab" class. Encouragement is a good thing, but it doesn't help budding geniuses to gain a substantial foothold upon the ladder of fame to dub them second Paderewiskis, Whitcomb Rileys, Kubeliks, Michael Angelos, Fred Douglasses, Pierpont Morgans and Thomas Edisons. Yes, we have been cogitating upon these matters. The Man-on-the-Corner sees a great many young men who need to be taken somewhere in a quiet nook and told some plain and perhaps unpalatable truths about themselves. From some source the Man-on-the-Corner learns that "Mr." or "Hon." S. E. Smith, of Kentucky, is a candidate for Register of the Treasury. He is vouchered for as a good man and we have no reason to doubt it, but it might be THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. well for Mr. Smith to step up to the national department of identification and have his measure taken. Some of the members of the Pen and Pencil Club talk of again attempting to place on the market syndicate letters from Washington, suitable for simultaneous publication in a hundred colored journals of the country. The plan was tried some years ago by the late Charles A. Johnston, J. E. Bruce, C. S. Morris, and other of the earlier literary lights here, but the success-if success it could be called-was only temporary. Later other bureaus came into existence, one headed by W. T. Menard. Papers would accept the matter and its desirability was conceded, but few were willing to pay a pittance and many would not invest the price of postage. Caucasian journals pay from $5 to $8 per column for "copy" of less value and which please a much smaller constituency. We know all the difficulties that hedge about Negro journalism, but it is a surprise that such a small per cent of papers are able to realize the importance of general news furnished from a common center, written by hands far more experienced than they can supply at home. A bureau with access to a liberal news budget could supply news that would interest everybody, and get up editorials, special articles of any length and upon any subject at short notice. If a hundred of the leading papers would make a total of $200 J.H. per week-an average of only $2 each there would be a good living for two energetic men who could give their whole time to the work and grow in value as they grow in experience and reputation. The Man-on-the-Corner thinks this would be less cumbersome and answer present purposes more cheaply and more effectively than the associated press plan suggested by some very versatile young writers. Washington is the natural home for such a venture. Randolph Nelson is a pleasant young man to meet. He is well known to all who frequent the down-town districts. He runs a finely-appointed barber shop on Four-and-a-half street, near the avenue, and has a gilt-edged trade. He is a witty talker and has a "gift of gab" suitable to all comers. He is sometimes amusing, often instructive and always entertaining. Mr. Nelson is never out of humor and those jaded of the strenuous activities of business go to his place to get a hair cut or a shave—whether they need it or not—just to enjoy his effervescent wit. He is shrewd and his friends say he has a neat "roll" laid up for a rainy day. People who visit Washington invariably ask to be shown the way to "Gray and Costley's"—a place of which they have heard and read so much. And well they may. Messrs. James A. Gray and L. C. Costley are pioneers in the experiment of giving to the colored people of this city a first-class restaurant and buffet, fitted out in the most modern fashion, with appointments and service equal to representative cafes in New York and Philadelphia. Ladies of high standing had no place to go for luncheon while down town shopping and gallant young men were at a loss for means to entertain their fair friends with a choice oyster supper after the theater. Gray and Costley invested their money with a lavish hand and spared no pains to answer this long-felt want. They opened an elegant place at 1313 E street northwest, adjoining the National Theater—a location never previously leased to Afro-Americans. They shut out all objectionable elements and as a result the best citizens rallied to their support and they have been growing in popular esteem ever since. Not long ago the diningroom was entirely refurnished and newly decorated at a cost of nearly $1,000. The walls are a series of French plate mirror panels, and the paper is of the richest quality and tint. An imported carpet covers the floor and carved oak tables, upon which the best ware is used, complete the magnificent outfit. The cuisine is up-to-date and these gentlemanly caterers, handling as they do, everything in every style, never fail to satisfy the most exacting epicure. They merit the success that is theirs. We do not know that any one has ever called Dr. Edward D. Williston a "faith curist"—but that is what he really is. Not that he defies the code of ethics set out for the guidance of the allopathic school—not that he dispenses with the "R" piece of paper and its cabalistic Latin characters—not that he does not draw upon the strongest and farthest-reaching drugs known to the materia medica; he does all these things—and more. He is prompt to respond to a call, patient in treatment and enters personally into a patron's life and peculiarities with the sympathy of a brother. He is a capital story-teller and effects as many cures, perhaps, through gaining the confidence of his patient, and effusive good nature as by the conventional channels. He can make a morbid, disgruntled, "going-to-die-sure" fellow get well in twenty-four hours by a hypoderdermic injection of funny yarns and a prescription of 5-grain capsules of hope. He understands that faith in a physician's skill is 90 per cent. of the healing art, and his heavy practice amply demonstrates that his spiritual methods "take." Dr. Williston's area has never been accurately surveyed but the Man-on-the-Corner has seen him heading for Takoma Park in the morning, in Georgetown before noon, in South Washington at lunch time, coming from Anacostia in time to catch 4 o'clock department folks after having made several short calls through the fashionable center, all the way from LeDroit Park to Foggy Bottom. How he covers so much ground no one but the Doctor and his famous charge "Horse," can tell. The Doctor is a native of North Carolina. He is quite a young man. He is a graduate of Howard Medical School, working his way through largely by individual efforts. He is now an honored member of the faculty there, and enjoys the confidence of physicians and the public. He was prominently mentioned for surgeon-in-chief of Freedman's Hospital after Dr. Curtis' resignation. No one can now tell how high Dr. Williston may go before he cries "enough." There are those who believe, after hearing him speak, that had not John C. Dancy chosen to be an editor, campaigner, register, collector, recorder of deeds and all around man of affairs, he could easily have been Bishop Dancy. His friends say that his lay "sermons" excel the best efforts of many who wear the "ministerial cloth." We hear a lot of talk about the necessity for "leadership" and our lack of competent "race champions." The Manson-the-Corner takes no stock in such wailings. We not only have able leaders in every department of race activity, but we have loyal followers for leaders who are actually doing something, and whose lives and general conduct prove them worthy of the toga of premiership. Take Washington, for example. With its large Afro-American population it can well stand as an example of what all elements of the race are worth elsewhere. If you are asked who sets the 5 pace socially in this capital, are you at a loss for an answer? If you are asked who is potential at the White House or Capitol can't you tell in a moment? If some one wants a roll of men and women who stand for the best in literary, charity and relief work, can't you point them out? If you want an article written, a report made, an idea placed before the country, is there any doubt as to the persons or papers you will call into requisition? If an action at law is to be taken, a disease to be treated, a delicate surgical operation to be performed, a banquet to be served, a speech to be delivered, a special sermon to be preached or a departed relation to be laid away, can't you instantly put your hand upon the very best man or woman to do the work along the most approved lines? Of course! Then why prate of lack of leadership? We have here local leaders—and every locality has them in abundance, each working along a special order of endeavor. They grow as we encourage them, and we grow as we support them and enhance their effectiveness. Most of our lyceums have a full set of the usual officers, but from some recent events a suggestion comes that the post of "Chief Muzzler" might be created to the advantage of all concerned. Such an innovation would receive the hearty endorsement of THE MAN-ON-THE-CORNER. DID YOU EVER THINK That $10.00 per week Sick and $20.00 Accident would be a very good thing to have around, if only for Pin Money? Special Rates to all readers of this paper. Call or drop a postal to B. H. BAKER, General Agent, For District of Columbia and Virginia. Royal Benefit Society, Room 60 Loan and Trust Building, Cor. 9th and F Sts. Washington D.C. DRESS MAKING ACADEMY. The de Lam Orton Famous French Perfection Fallor System Mme J. A. Smallwood, sole Agent 1513 Madison street, northwest. Evenings from 7.30 to 10.00 clock. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, dressmakers and ladies who wish to do their own dressmaking. WANTED—To learn the wonderful De Lam Orton French Perfection Tailor System. Seamless Basques without one inch of visible seam, in lining or goods, not even on the shoulder. Successful dressmaking requires as much earnest progressive study as successful work in any of the professions. No detail is too small to be looked after. We teach you to make dresses with or without seam and guarantee perfect fits, and complete your course with a diploma. Pupils can enter at any time. Wanted Rooms. If you have a spare room that you would like to rent to desirable parties, advertise them in The Colored American. TABLE BOARD.—Gentlemen can find rooms and board at 407 Warner street, N. W. The best of services given at the most reasonable rates. Apply for further information. WANTED STENOGRAPHER A first class stenographer and typewriter. One versed in book keeping and writes a good long hand. preferred. Address with reference. stating experience, H, J. Green, Box 116, Charlotte, N, C. PROF. WHITE'S STUDIO Mr. Clarence Cameron White. Washington's young violinist has opened his studio at 1634 R street. n. w., and has quite a class in both violin and mandoline. Those contemplating studying either of these instruments should apply at once for admission to Mr White's classes. This is the third season Mr. White has conducted these classes and during this season Mr. White will have pupil recitals once each month. For terms etc. call on or address Mr. white at his studio: ff TO COLORED WOMEN. LOVERS' GIFTS. and THE GIRL OVER TWENTY -- Should be read by every unmarried colored woman. Interesting and profitable. The two sent on receipt of 26 cent. in coin. Inland Publishing Co., Columbus Ohio. TYPEWRITING. Miss Estelle Tur'ey, Typewriting. Work speedily and neatly accomplished, drawing of wills, contracts, deeds, etc., a specialty, 4077th St. northwest Room 8, Phone East 367-a Washington, D. C IMPORTANT LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Editor: If there are any persons among your readers who are making less than $200.00 per month the will please address. COTTAGES FOR SALE. Four desirable Cottages on Jefferson Street, between Washington and La Fayette Streets. In the very best locality, newly, painted and papered all the latest improvements on easy terms. For further particulars address J. HarryHughes Cape May, N.J. 6 AMOI CH According to the recent statistics the Afro-American Baptists of the country number 1,884,000 They maintain 14863 churches and employ 8,883 ministers. Bishop B. W. Arnett, the historian of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, is spending the greater portion of his time collecting data for the history of his church. Dr. R. H. W. Leake, ex-business manager of Bethel Book Concern in Philadelphia, has accepted the agency of Bethel's Sunday School Union, says a current report. The Negro Baptists raised and spent for education during the last conventional year one hundred and fifteen thousand dollars. Why not a Negro educational secretary? Rev. Randolph V. Peyton formerly of Washington, D. C. was recently installed as pastor of the Sixth Mount Zion Baptist church as successor of the late Rev. John Jasper. The white Presbyterian ministers of Baltimore have sent a protest to the Legislature of Maryland against the passage of the separate coach law in that state. New Orleans is said to have the only order of Afro-American nuns in the country. The order was founded 50 years ago. The nuns train young girls for work of the order in other parishes of Louisiana. It is predicted by some wise-acres that the General Conference of the A. M.E Church will be held in Chicago Good place for Afro-Americans bent on any business. The Bishops are considering bids. Much new life is being infused in the colorei Y. M. C. A. of Charleston, W. Va., under the administration of Lawyer W. H. Randolph. Recently the association leased larger rooms for its work at No. 419 Raleigh street. It is gratifying to correct the rumor that St Augustine Presbyterian church of which Rev. Powhatan Bagnall is rector, was burned in the recent fire at Paterson, N. J. It escaped damage. The wife of Bishop Alexander Walters continues ill at Jersey City, N. J. Many sympathizing letters has been received by the family all praying for a speedy recovery of the beloved patient. An unverified rumor is given circulation by the Odd Fellows' Journal to the effect that the referee in the case of Rev. H. C. C. Astwood vs. John Wanamaker, has rendered a decision in favor of Mr. Astwood for upwards of $20 000. John D. Rockefeller's most recent THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. G. benefaction is a gift of $15,000 to a Chicago Negro congregation, the Mount Olivet Baptist church To comply with the requirements of the gift the church had to raise $6000 by New Year's Day. Its congregation did so. Bishop C. S. Smith, one of the bishops of the African Methodist Church has gone to Cuba, taking with him Rev. C. H Stepteau, until recently pastor of the Methodist Church at Baton Rouge. Rev Stepteau has been assigned by the bishop to work in Cuba, and he will be the first from his Church to locate on the island. The A. M. E Zion Publication House clamors for three more swift setting BENNETT M. WILSON CHARLES SPENCER SMITH. Bishop of A. M. E. Church. printers who not only know how to spell and punctuate, but who have no bankering for any kind of liquor except 'pot liquor' made from boiling cabbage. It may be possible to get them, but if they love too much 'pl' won't Brother Smith get 'out of sorts.' In looking over an old diary, recently procured, kept by a local minister named Joseph Cox, in 1823, the Bishops discovered the original minutes of the Second General Conference held in 1824 and in the same diary has the actual death-bed scene of Richard Allen, who died twenty minutes before six o'clock in the evening, in 1831, in the city of Philadelphia. Baptist Missionary Calendar. The handsomest and most copiously illustrated calendar that has been placed before the public this year is that gotten out by the National Baptist Missionary Association The work bears the deep impress of the clever and resourceful secretary of the foreign mission board, Rev. L G Jordan whose office is located at 718 W. Walnut st. Louisville, Ky. It is a credit to his taste and biblical research. Its portrait gallery of distinguished men and women connected with the Baptist faith offers a compendium of church history and work and the appropriate quotations for every day in the year, together with data concerning the stellar events in denomination, supply the ingredients for every palatable mental food. The typographical excellence of the calendar speaks well for the artistic skill of the National Baptist publishing house and gives a most potent reason for its existence. FULFILLING OUR MISSION. A Thoughtful South Carolinian Praises the Good Work of The Colored American. Editor The Colored American—Accept my congratulations on one of the best instrumentalities for the elevation of our race—The Colored American. I have been a subscriber to your paper for only about five months but esteem it above all others that visit our home. It should visit the home of every colored family, for it will encourage the discouraged, teach the untaught, tear down the walls of prejudice among our prejudiced ones and give all of our people a birdseye view of our true standing both North and South. This should be the chief aim of all Negro journals. Sad but true, it is not. I carefully examine your paper each week and read it with much satisfaction and consideration, and take a special delight in reading it to the unlettered ones, also to my pupils that they may be benefited thereby, encouraged in their studies, believing that they can make of themselves whatever they desire. Knowing the value of your paper, I shall not be without it and shall pledge myself to get at least one subscriber for it. Should all of its subscribers do likewise, with a determination to succeed, I feel quite sure that you will be enlisted to bring its subscription rate as cheap as any white paper that is being published. I read Miss Johnson's scotching letter on the "Conservator" and its owners, and your scathing editorial on the same explains well the character of the two. And surely if there throbs within their humiliated body a man's heart they will resolve to hew more closely to the lines of right and justice. It is God's decree that "whatsoever ye soweth that shall ye also reap." With this I shall close, wishing your paper a long and prosperous life. JAMES A ROACH Catchall, Sumter, Co., S. C. The Private Footmen. The Private Footmen's Association, No 1, held their 6th annual reception at Odd Fellows' Hall last night. It was quite an enjoyable affair, and the attendance was large. Excellent music was furnished by the Monumental Orchestra, Prof. Charles Hamilton, director. The officers of the association are: Charles W. Lee, president; Alfonzo Woodson, vice president; Lloyd Lyes, treasurer; John F. Lockley, financial secretary; Adoulf Byrd, assistant secretary; George Page, sergeant-at-arms; Charles H. Lee, chaplain. No "Hat-in-Hand" Policy. The Advocate quite agrees with the position of The Colored American upon the Richardson letter. We shall not only lose our own self respect by waiting with hat in hand for the crumbs which drop from the politician's table but also receive the well deserved contempt of the very class whose smiles we aspire to. The cartoons in The Colored American hit the bull's eye every time and do credit both to the fertile brain that conceive and the deft hand that executes them. The Irishman gets everything because he combines and goes after it, the Negro gets but little because he whines and waits for somebody to send for him.—Advocate, (Charleston) W. Va. FINANCIAL. HERE IS A CHANCE. To get the money you want, We have more than we need. We will make loans to every body without delay. If you want money see us to-day. You will not be disap pointed. Loans made on Furniture, Pianos, Organs, E'e, without removal. Loans' to salaried employes Without endorsement. 602 F Street, N. W Corner 6th St.. Capital Loan Guarantee Company. Loans of $10 and upwards made on FURNITURE PIANOS HORSES. Wagons, etc., at lowest rates and in the day you apply. We are loaning on the Building and Loan Association plan, which ages the cost of carrying loans much less than you pay elsewhere, and allows you to pay it off in any sized notes you desire, running from one to twelve months. You only pay for the use of the money for the length of time you carry it. If you have a loan with some other company we will pay it off and advance you more money if desired. Rates cheerfully given, and no cost to you unless the loan is made. Loans made any where in the District. Call and get rates. F ont room, first floor, Scientific American building. Natori 1 Mortgage Loan Co. 625 F St., N. W. The National Safe Deposit Savings and Trust Company Corner 15th St. & New York Ave. Capital: One Million Dollars. Pays interest on deposits. Rents Safes! sides Purglar-proof Vanits. Acts as administrator executor, trustee, ac. DO YOU NEED Financial Assistance? If so, come to us. We are always ready to loan you any amount you may need. You can repay it in small monthly payments to suit your convenience. We make loans on Furniture, Pianos, &c., without removal or any publicity in any way. All business is private. Washington Mortgage Loan Co., 610—F Street—610 CAPITAL SAVINGS BANK. 609 F St. N. W., Washington,D.C. Capital $50,000. Hon. Jno. R. Lynch, President. L. C. Bailey, Treasurer. J. A. Johnson, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Directors: Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. S. Lofton, Whitefield McKinlay, L. C. Bailey, Robt. H. Terrell, W, S, Montgomery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre, 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. --- HARTFORD HAPPENINGS, Rev. J. Edward Mason Talks Hopefully of Ge Negro’s Future — Social and Religious Siftings. =— BOC. BES eevee eee Hartford, Conn., Special:—The ser vices at the A. M. E Zoa Chare® Bar- day, Were of a very bigh order. In the morning, Rev. R F Wheeler of the Talcott Street Congregatior al Chureb prea hed an instructive sermon on tre pureuitof religion under difficulties aud the triumph againet hindrances. The pastor exchanged puipits with Rev. Wheeler in the morning. Rev. Cooper’s Bible Class met at 3 p m. The Six Knighte and Daughters of Lavor known as the International O - der of Nilenes hild their evangelistic services in honor of Moses Dixon, the founder of the above society, at the Zion church Bunday evening; Rev. Cvoper dc livered theeulogy Mr Dix- on dicd lest November. Mrs Hattie Thompson, of Bellevue street, 1s st i confined t» her home since her recent jJlness, Theson of Mr. Btacy Greely of Huntly street is very sick, Hartford, Conn., Special.—Rev. Dr. James Edward Mason. professor of 80 clology and political economy at the Livirgston College and Industrial Bchool, Salisbury, N C., delivered an address on * Darkest America ard the Way Ont,” at the men’s meeting under the auspices of the lceal Y. MLC A, at the Hartford Opera House. There was a Jarge attendance which included man colored men. Dr. Mason told of his ‘ inex pressibl ’ gratification” at the opportunity to aridress s Hartford au- diegce and told two or three stories, one of them sbout J fferson Davis, who being shown a picture of & Negro lying asleep on & bale of cotton, wondered what would happen when he w ke up Ha spoke of the wonderful transforms- tion of the race since & generaston 8g0. The Negro has increased 4 5000 000 to 10 000 000 a proof the superior fecun- dity of the race, The speaker discussed the subjects of amalgamation and ah- sorption and 8& d that the Negro pre ferred to remain where he was aud where he wa3 better acquainted. Mr Mason told seve’ al stories to show how the religion of the Negro has advanced ance the war. Statistica showed 200 800 students in 200 institutes of second laerning, 900 doctors, 800 lawyers, and 400aathors who have written 1300 books Negroes own $800,000 000 worth of property upon which they pay taxes, Dr Mason said that the condition of the Negro was the question not, his color, He thought the Negro was ca- pable of the highest civil:zstion. There was the usual service of song and praj- ea prececing Dr. Mason’s address and F. H, Kenyon sang ‘‘The Holy City” quite effectively. Ernest Hogan Sends Challenge Ermest Hogan, the well known Ne- gro song writer and comodian, went to Prince Capid Kalaptancles cfli e & few days ago and alleges that he vas insult- ed by the Prince. After leaving the of- fice of the Prince, he had ore of his friends chsllenge the Prince to a duel eer The Col »red American Can be Purchased at All News Stands, : ——_— a The friends of ‘the Colored American when wanting to purchase 8 copy of it will do it a great favor by calling on tle nearest news stard and purchasing a copy, If the newsdealer does not keep \t, insist that he procure it for you. This notice is written for the .reason THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D.C. a that many people, not only in Wash PKK KEE EEK EE EEE KE RES ineton, but in other cities call at the! & office or wzite for copies of The Amert-| & . can when the same can be had by go- % Tl log to the nearest news stand. Every| * news dealer keeps, or should krep The = —————— Cclored American for sale. tf. X Object to Colored Women « eee ee The San Francisco, Cal. Western Outlook says that the C.lifornian Club (white) by a vote of 101 to 82 declared its approval of the proposition to a 'mit colored delegates to the Ganeral Feder- ation of Women’s Clubs. The Presi- dent, however tendered her resignation as a result of the vote. Tte Irvington Clab (white) by a vote of 21 to 4 tock similar action. Those who Wield the Pen. C.H. Philips, Jr., in a cleverly writ- ten iet erto the S ar of Zon, sugg sts the organization of a C lored A-soci- ated Press and thinks an arrangements could be made to publish the Jeading Negro weeklies as dailies. The s:heme may not be feasible at this noment,but 1t must come in the course of time, It is well for amabitious young men like Mr, Poilips to keep such ventures * the public m'nd and mould sentiment toward journ-! stic advancement. In the meantime, the weeklies shcu'ad be | given a support that will psve the way toward mo-e pretentious eff -rts. | 8 B. Turner hs returned to the newspaper fold as editor of The Moni- tor st Chicago, Correspondent Charles Steward is on the Southern circuit, eatir g “chicking’”’ with the preachers en route. Rev. E. W. Lampten is the author of of an interesting pimphlet entitled, | “S.cred Dynamite on Baptism.’’ | E Arn 1i Skillman, of Blanchester, Obio, is prepsring a book of biography entitled, “Gest N -gro Americars ”” | The Broad Axe has reappeared at Pittsburg and says it haa come to stay The editor talke as if he consumes a j.r o* ginger at each meal “Brace Grit’’is ali right, but he aidn’t need to beat the other f+llow to the mot that the buriness myn gor of the A. M. E- Church had ‘‘leaked out,” T. H. Ma‘one, the sweet singer from ‘down where the cotton blossoms grow? wrote a touching poem of consolation to Rev, W. J: White in memory of the l.te Mrs. White, who died a fortnight ago. | I W. Clark, Katherine D. Tillman, and E.8 Rirney, comp: tent lady writ- ets, compose the editorial staff of the Church Evangel, anew church paper that has recently made its appearance in Englewood. Phi H. Brown. peripatetic, ub‘qui- tous and irrepressible, bobs to the sur- face at Evansville, Ind., as editor aud publisher of a bre zy sheet called “The Negrop litan” I: is Brownesque and looks as “husky” as its rotund” progen itor. The True Reformer is a sprightly lit- ie sheet published at Littleton, N.C. and edited by Mr. W F. Young. It is fail of entertaining and instructive mat- cer. The issue of tebruary I2, bore on its front page speaking likene-ses of Historian E A Johnson and Editor E. E, Cooper. Editer LewisO Sumwmersett. of the Red Bank, N.J. Mail and Expres writes a poem “I want to see warmer dsys.’’ It is not clear whether the day: are cold upgthere .fromseast},winds or becsuse subacribers are.slow to pay and GIRLS Wanted cs a 2 ; Oy ttetp py euucd fe SE aEEEEEIIETEnEEEEEEEEEENEEEEE ll fe ie —S=To==—_ : 2 fe : ‘Sell The Colored American. : Big Pay for Little Work. fe Tux CoLorED AMERICAN has had so many appplication from fe boys and girls throughout the country to sell it by the week, as fe well as by subscription for the yeer, we have decided to establish wide awake young agents in every town in the country, wherever = the demand warrants it, . We want an Active worker e Hundreds of smart boys and girls in every locality have ‘several 4 hours’ spare time each week, which they could use to good advan- fe tage andeasily earn their pocket money: . Read Our Plans. . We want just such ones to work for us a little while every week % selling Tae CoLoRED AMERICAN at 5 cents each—selling the f old, reliable, original and best race paper published—full of reli- fe able news, illustrations,jand authoritative orinion on race topics, fe : . : No Possible Risk. 6 Our young Agents take no possible risk, We send a bundle of . papers every week, and they eell them like hot cakes at 5 cents _ each, Every one wants Tae CoLORED AMERICAN a8 8002 ag . given an opportunity to examine and read a copy of it. : Fe . : The Colored American Free. fe If the local pastor or any responsible party will send us the name - of a smart boy or girl to sell Toe CoLorED AMERICAN every 7 week in his town, we will put an extra copy in the agent’s bundle : each week, to be delivered free to the party appointing the agent . so Jong as the agent sells THE CoLorED AMERICAX. Send us the ‘e name of a smart girl or boy at once. Have them fill out this % coupon and send it at once: ee x ek ese ecco tg era ee ee en fe I hereby agree to act from date as agent for The Colored American and e souk, und that Iwill sano: tot later tina theilonday fatioc each soma ie fe received, and remit 3 cents for each cOpy I sell or deliver to subscribers, and fo return all unsold copies he Rin oss oan ncax oA. con cai peassasinesensasanantseesis cuasaneor fe 4 BPEATOOB 0.00005 2000 rc00 voreccnee coesvevse svconeees assesses : TONG gecvepccs wend copneeegecsesen ssossupseealepsnccera - cence aceon eee fe How many first week......... sce se sereeeeee “ : ‘Lhe Colored American, : 459 C Street, Northwest. : Washington, D.c, oe EE EE ESE EE SRE LEE KSEE EERE LEE EER ES politicians are giving him the frappe salnte. The Baltimore Weekly G tide has re appeared with Mr E, Emerson Watkins at the helm. He describes the fighting department as being headed by ‘‘a fet good-natured) fellow, weighing a little lees than three hundred pounds, and says he is prepared to meet all comers.”’ Baltimore]jappears to be keeping up with the strenuous procession. Mrs. Josie D, Heard whose educa- tional attainments and poetic genius nave long;been before the public, bae (sued anew book of poems that will rank her with the{"firat* ladies of the ‘jaud, regardless of color, She will here. sfter not only be distinguished as bay- ing visited and being & cially en ertain- d by Queen Victcria, the iate sovereign f England, but as one of ‘the greatest living poetesses. St.:Louis’Club Entertains. Amon? the social events of the week was a grand ball, given by theSt. Louis Pleasure Social Club at the G. A. R. Hall Wednesday night. Prof Charles Hawmilton’s orchestra furnished the music. Too much credit cannot be given Mr. Arthur Johnsen, floor man- ager and Mr. Samuel T. Hill master of ceremonies. At ten o’clock a bountifal supper was served, The Colored American Published by THE COLORED AMERICAN Publisbing Company. A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER Published every Saturday at 459 C St. N, W Washington, D. C. SUBSCRIPTION RATES. One year $2.00 Six months 1.10 Three months .60 INVARIABLY IN ADVANCE. Subscriptions may be sent by postoffice money order, express or by registered letter. All communications for publication should be accompanied with the name of the writer- not necessarily for publication, but as a guar- nance of good faith. We solicit news, contributions, opinions and in fact, all matters affecting the race. We will not pay for matter, however, unless it is ordered by us. All matter intended for publication must reach this office by Wednes- day of each week to insure insertion in the current issue. Agents are wanted everywere. Send or instructions. ADVERTISING RATES. Reading notices 50 cents per line. Display advertisements, $2 per square inch per insertion. Discounts made on large contracts. Entered at the Post-office as second-class matter. All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THE COLORED AMERICAN. 459 C Street Northwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. Sold by all all News Dealers. SAIURDAY, MARCH 1, 1902 AFPEALS TO FACE PREJUDICES FAILING. One Representative Wheeler—from Kentucky, we believe—delivered a silly speech a few days ago in the House of Representatives. He scored our State Department because of its proper politeness to sister nations and incidentally showed his own bad manners by referring to Prince Henry as "that little Dutchman." Whereat they say that the democrats who have German constituents are greatly perturbed and fear for their return to Oongress. Further, it is alleged that the republicans are jubilant and talk of flooding German districts with the speech, with the idea that it will draw German support from the party to which the said Wheeler happens to belong. Well, we haven't much patience with that sort of thing. We don't think intelligent Germans anywhere care a straw about what Wheeler thinks about Prince Henry and unless we misjudge them, they will refuse to have their Americanism discredited by responding to such a tawdy appeal to their supposed narrow prejudices. They are Americans first, German instincts are secondary, and they know that Wheeler's rant was the talk of one individual, answerable to nobody except the people of his pocket borough somewhere in the backwoods of the Blue Grass State. Who is Wheeler anyhow? The Negro has the same thing to contend with and that kind of argument is not worth what it used to be. Let some crank of the Tillman, Morgan or Graves type of democrat get up and spew out a column of abuse of the Negro, and campaign managers proceed to chuckle and cry "Just put a copy of that speech in every Negro's household and their vote is solid for us in November, no matter what we fail to do." To be sure many of us are thereby in fluenced, but the strength of appeals to race prejudice, unbacked by convincing argument, is on the wane. The Negro is as greatly concerned to know what the republicans are going to do --- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. for us as about what the democrats say against us. The republicans are in power and can act. The democrats are not in power and the talk of their Tillmans, Morgans and Wheelers are as dead sea fruit—it has no kinetic energy. The intelligence of the German, the Irishman, the Jew and the Negro is destroying the potency of appeals to race and national prejudice. No Negro member of Congress us ever unmindful of the dignity of his office. Note this "A TEXAS STEER." We dislike to keep up a personal controversy, but there comes to us a forcible reminder of the old saw; "the man who tells the same lie often soon comes to believe it himself." This fits the case of Mr Widow Envious King of The Dallas Express, who has a succession of fits whenever he sees a copy of The Colored Ameeican or the name of E. E. Cooper. The case is becoming chronic and affords much amusement to those who read his "weakly" effusions. He is to be pitied. He belongs to that class of Negro publishers who are annually robbed by fake advertisers and advertising agents, and do not utter one word of protest but let some brother publisher fail to "toe the mark" according to their ideas and they become unrelenting in their abuse and hatred. Our offense to the idiotic Texas consis's in asking him to publish an announcement of the fact that The American News Company, which controls all the news stands in the United States and Canada, had taken charge of the circulation of The Colored American. The announcement was duly made in the Express and the bill duly presented. We might add here that Negro publishers have not yet reached the point when they pay bills by telegraph. In our case we are kept hustling, without always meeting with success, paying them the old way. Mr. King began his abuse soon after the publication and has kept it up—to his great pleasure, we hope. To test the value of the colored newspapers as advertising mediums, a large advertising firm in Richmond, Va., had our Mr. E. E. Cooper select a few hundred, to which small electrotypes were sent. As a result hundreds of dollars have been spent with these publications. The Express has received at least one thousand dollars as the result of this test. But the usual in gratitude has been our lot, and, as has been the experience of many others, the effort to confer a favor has resulted only in making an enemy. "If you want to fall out with a friend," says ancient philosopher, 'just render him a service or lend him a dollar.' Thus it will be seen that Mr. Cooper gets abuse instead of praise for his effort to strengthen and build up race journalism. If Mr. King is as honest and race loving as he preends to be, now let him stand up like a man and confess his error. To whine, sulk or make wry faces at facts and logic is as silly as was Mrs. Partington's ineffectual effort to sweep back the Atlantic tide with a common housebroom. A permanent census bureau is all right, but for artistic harmony, it should have a liberal dash of color. President Roosevelt correctly takes the ground that the good of the Republic of Liberia demands a representative of our government who is a diplomat in the fullest acceptance of the term. Liberia is essentially the result of the American inspiration for liberal government, and we should know more of its products, civilization and possibilities. We should keep closely in touch with its commerce and agriculture. Dr. Crossland will have a big chance to distinguish himself in his new field, if he is alive to our mutual interests. If you see it in The Colored American, i's so. THE PASSING OF TILLMAN. Whatever may be thought of the fist fight in the Senate last Saturday in its relation to American dignity and legislative repose, the bout between Tillman and McLaurin serves a highly useful purpose. Ben Tillman, demagogue, bully and braggart, is unmasked. The uncouth marplot whom the once-proud state of South Carolina made the mistake of sending to Washington has exposed himself in his true colors. He has shown the people how much of a ruffian it is possible for a Senator to be, and we think it is high time for him to "shut up" about the Negro's lack of morals, methods or manners. No Negro member of Congress was ever placee under contempt for disorderly conduct. He has no room to read lessons in etiquette to anyone, white or black. He has sounded the death knell of his influence in the nation if his over-bearing insolence and pitch fork tirades could ever have been rated as such. He is from now on a marked man and a repetition of the antics once regarded with quiet amusement will now be treated with ridicule, contempt, or both. We shall much mistake the temper of the good people of South Carolina if they do not see to it that Ben Tillman is left at home when the next senatorial election rolls around. We think we see the passing of the most rabid Negro hater known to this generation. The Negro is boxing his compass. We need to get our bearings before setting sails to windward. VAN HORN FOR GOVERNOR. Now that the Danish West India islands are to come under the authority of the United States, they occupy a conspicuous place in the public mind. Their status is of especial interest to the American Negro, as the population there is largely of our race. The soil is fertile and productive and the social and economic effects of the cession are being studied closely here. In the eternal fitness of things the new territorial governor should be a Negro—one who commands the respect and confidence of our adopted brethren. The logical nominee for that responsible post it seems to us would be Hon. Mahlon Van Horn, the present efficient and resourceful United States Consul. The people of Missouri ought to realize that the St Louis Exposition is more than a little local affair. William Vaughan, well known by reason of his connection with the slave-pension movement has issued a call looking to the organization of a "justice party." His shibboleth is justice to Jew, Gentile, white and black men and to people of all religions and social conditions. A convention is announced for April 19, 1902 at Washington, D. C. Why not engraft a justice" policy in the platform of some of the existing parties that have a show to win? Tillman vs. Tillman is the Senate's latest "celebrated case." Boston used to be known as the home of the nation's conscience. It now seems to have degenerated into the stamping ground for the race's "congenits." It is hoped that the chief scribe of the esteemed Cumberland, Md, Record is not compelled to secure his coal and provisions the same way he gets his editorials. Tillman wasn't good enough to rest his brogans under the Roosevelt mahogany. Booker Washington was. In the ianguage of the street, "wouldn't that jar you?" What on earth has the A.M.E. Church done to A Sharp, who presides over the destinies of the Denver (Colo.) Times-Speaker? This vitriolic editor tried to clean up the floor last week with Editor H. T. Johnson, and now he goes after the scalp of Bishop Arnett and family. When the President's American breadth induced him to dine Booker T. Washington, Tillman said it would call for the killing of one hundred Negroes in the South. Now that the President has refused to permit Tillman to eat at the White House table, how many of the lives of his followers will be placed in the balance? The only Afro-American present at the Aldermanic Chamber when "freedom of the city" was conferred on Prince Henry last Tuesday in New York was invited by Hon. Joseph Cassidy, a democrat, president of the Borough of Queens The individual was our genial friend, Charles W. Anderson, supervisor of races. The action of the House in promptly accepting the amendment to the Census bill providing $2 500 per year salary to Appointment Clerk John W. Langley was a neat compliment to that obliging official. There isn't a harder worked man in the census bureau than Mr. Langley, nor one more conscientious in his endeavors to serve the people. We are glad he is to be handsomely "taken care of." SIR A, W. LLOYD. Grand Chansellor of The Knights of Pythia of Missouri-Noted Organizer and Financier. The subject of this sketch, is by birth a Mississippian, and is a fair representative of the good, noble and true men of the race produced by that State. Sir Lloyd made his advent in St. Louis during the year 1885, and since that time held several positions in the municipal government, his last office being clerk in the License Commissioners' office. At the present time he enjoys a comfortable Federal berth in the office of the Survevor of Port. As a Pythian, none can excel him in its laws, principles and origin of the Order. Step by step he has achieved greatness and for the past two years has been at the head of the Order in Missouri. Under his able leadership wise councils, energetic perseverance, prudent and economical basis, the Order not only increased from 650 members to 1,500 in the State, but can boast of nearly $5,000 in bank for the payment of claims. Such men are indeed deserving characters, and it is certain that Sir Lloyd will yet attain a more exalted position than the one he now occupies. --- The Chief Justice of Samoa Says Peruna Is the Very Best Catarrh Cure. CHIEF JUSTICE CHAMBERS Court Room Scene where Judge Chambers maintained the Supremacy of the United States in Samoa. In a recent letter to The Peruna Medicine Co., Chief Justice Chambers says the following of Peruna: "I have tried one bottle of Peruna, and I can truthfully say it is one of the best tonics I ever used, and I take pleasure in recommending it to all sufferers who are in need of a good medicine. I can recommend it as one of the very best remedies for catarrh. REWARD THE FAITHFUL. Strong Reasons Why The Party Should Honor John E. Bruce His Talents Needed. If there is a man, woman or child in this country who has never heard of John Edward Bruce, he, she or it must have been hidden away back in some lonesome burg, miles and miles from a railroad or post office, and in a forest so dense that the illuminating glare of the newspaper has been powerless to penetrate. He has written for all kinds and conditions of journals, representing several races and varying lines of thought He writes well upon any subject, witty or sedate, at any length, swinging with a graceful stride from the stately style of Emerson to the comic dialecticism of Mr. Dooley. Some who may not know him so well as John Edward Bruce have been instructed, amused and entertained by one "Bruce Grit." JR. MR. JOHN E. BRUCE Both are one and the same, though like Shakespeare's conception of the players, he in his time has appeared in many puzzling guises. Humorous, incisive, scathing or pathetic, Bruce Grit is always at home on paper, and fireside, stump, magazine and the general newspapers have all felt the inspiring impress of his pungent "quill." Mr. Bruce is not a politician in the usual application of the term. Although he has done the steadiest and most effective work for the Republican party for more years than we can remember he has never rushed forward to demand "loaves and fishes" as a reward. He has held few places and content to see his chosen principles prevail at the polls. he has invariably buckled on his armor to battle for the political advancement of some warm friend. His happiness has been found in doing for others. The Colored American is of the opinion that it is time for Bruce "to speak for yourself, John"—as the Puritan maid suggested. The hour for this veteran editor, correspondent and literary chevalier to arrive is about here. Bruce's party loyalty, self-sacrifice, clever and convincing campaign work ought to be a strong argument with the leaders of his State—New York. His services in the past have been gallant and untiring. His pen is as virile as of yore, and like a shining lance, the party will need to throw it full into the face of the foe this fall, when a fight to the finish is scheduled between the clans of Roosevelt and the aggregated army of the "unwashed" and "unterrified" democracy. The time to take care of the faithful is when our party is in power. The Colored American suggests and urges that Mr. Bruce be handed over a large and juicy slice of official "pie." GRANDER GALVESTON Sunday and hear the word of God preached to them. The First Baptist church, which was a handsome brick structure erected by Rev. I. S. Campbell, the pioneer Baptist preacher in Texas, and who has since been called home to rest, is now being rebuilt. Rev. S. W. R. Cole is pastor of this church, and when he saw that the building was swept away, immediately vacated the parsonage and it was turned into a house of worship, and the people are serving God in there every Sunday and at the same time putting down their hard earned [LEC]TE AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D.C. A tonic is a medicine that gives tone to some part of the system. There are different kinds of tonics, but the tonic most needed in this country, where catarrh is so prevalent, is a tonic that operates on the mucous membranes. Peruna is a tonic to the mucous membranes of the whole body. It gives tone to the capillary circulation which constitutes these delicate membranes. Hon.J. E. Macias, recent postmaster at Porto Rico, in a letter from 1417 K street, N. W., Washington, D. C. says: money with which to erect another church. The Galveston Times, edited by William H. Noble, is still coming out and a visit to the office of the editor found him hard at work shaping sentiment in favor of his people. He is a hustling young man. The New Idea was perhaps the largest printing plant owned by our people and it was totally destroyed and the type turned into newspaper "pi." They are coming again, and Shelton and Bearden are hustling to make their paper the leading paper in the South. They are two strong young men. Preparing Negro boys and girls for usefulness in life is another work that is going on in Galveston, and none but the best teachers are employed to teach our boys and girls and fit them for manhood and womanhood future in this country. Prof. R. J. Gibson is principal of the high school and he has been connected with the schools for the past twenty years. Miss Clara E. Scull, is one of the female teachers among many others worthy of notice. Miss Scull has taught school since a young miss, saved her money, invested some of it in a good home, which was destroyed by the flood, but she has rebuilt it and is constantly making improvements. Miss May Isabelle Daniels, of Ohio, and a relative of Bishop B. F. Lee, is another one of the teachers who is doing good work worthy of mention and who has made good use of her money. I have spent several days visiting Galveston and the State of Texas, and I want to say that the half has not been told, and I could write from now until the close of the world and would still be telling you something about Galveston. "As a native born Cuban, serving as postmaster in Porto Rico, I contracted yellow fever and have been suffering from the ill effects of that dreadful disease since my return home. I was advised by a friend to use Peruna and I can speak in the highest terms of your remarkable medicine. I feel like a new man and shall take pleasure in recommending it to those similarly afflicted. It is a fine tonic, and is in every way a wonderful medicine. Peruna has become of national importance. Rector Marshall who traveled through the North collecting money to start a new church, has commenced the work and it will not be long before there will be another Episcopal church in town for our people. HARDSTEW. ANOTHER LIE NAILED, Faculty of University of Nebraska Set at Rest a Report of Objection to Mr. Washington on Account of Color. For several days the press has teemed with rumors that there was a storm of protest at the University of Nebraska because of the selection of Booker T. Washington as commencement orator in June. It will be remembered that the Tuskegian's name was among several endorsed as elegible and he was finally chosen to the satisfaction of all parties at interest. The newspaper talk about an indignant protest on account of Mr. Washington's color is found to be the veriest nonsense, as the following letter to the New York Evening Post will show. It is official and unquestionable: To the Editor of the Evening Post. Sir: The report that there is, or has been, opposition in the senior class of the University of Nebraska, or among any of the students or faculty members here, to Mr. Booker T. Washington as commencement orator next June, is entirely false. Mr. Washington was the spontaneous and unanimous choice of the senior class committee appointed for the purpose of selecting the commencement orator, and this choice was ratified by the class with absolute unanimity. W. L. Chambers. It has the record of the greatest catarrh remedy of the age." Peruna is a specific in its operation upon the mucous membrane. It is a tonic that strikes at the root of all catarrhal affections. It gives tone to the minute blood vessels and the terminal nerve fibres. Catarrh cannot exist long where Peruna is used intelligently. Peruna seeks out cararrh in all the hidden parts of the body. Address the Peruna Medicine Co., Columbus, O., for a free catarrh book. There was not a single negative vote or voice. The faculty never interferes in such selections, and used no influence in this case, but, so far as known, are satisfied with the choice. Rarely, here or at any university, are speakers selected so completely without opposition. No color line is drawn in this universit. E. BENJ. ANDREWS. Chancellor. University of Nebraska, Lincoln, February 20. AMONG THE SCHOOLS. If rumor is true about six teachers will go before the altar before June 30. The model teachers gave lessons before critical audience February. While there is no competition among these teachers the right of first place is not easily decided. Those who visited any of the lessons were very much benefited and all agreed that these hard workers should receive larger salaries. The teachers college of Howard University, Prof Moore dean, has just completed a most excellent course of lectures from Dr. Kemm, the national authority on educational matters. Beginning Monday of this week and continuing every Monday and Wednesday evening in March. Dr Mayo will lecture to the classes at Howard University upon very important subjects which will be announced later. Every person interested in educational matters should attend these lectures. All teachers are requested to be present and bring their numerous friends. The lectures are free and begin at 8 o'clock.