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The COLORED American A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. IX NO. 49. THE GOSPEL OF WORK. THE GOSPEL OF WORK. A PHILOSOPHY THAT HAS MADE J.S.DURHAM GREAT. Rewards That Come to Those Worship at Industry's Shrine-Scholarly Author of "Diane"-Shrewd Diplomat, Captain of Commerce and Barrister. The number of novelists who can produce a stirring romance—one that makes the blood tingle—a story of love in which intrigue, politics, superstition, diplomacy and war, are the motives of the story's action—and tell it in an interesting, fascinating way—is small. There are only a limited number of present day writers whose productions will pass into literature of the age. But if our ablest critics know good literature when they see it, then the success of "Diane" is assured. Mr. John S. Durham who succeeded the Hon. Frederick Douglass, as Minister to Haiti, contributes to the April issue of Lippincott's Magazine, the complete novel, "Diane." It is the story of a Haitien girl who makes the supreme sacrifice, that of her good name, in the hope of protecting the youth whom she loves from the results of a political conspiracy. Throughout the story new pictures, scenery, peoples, customs and superstitious rites, are set before the reader with unspairing truthfulness and thorough friendliness. The characters are taken from various types, evidently with the purpose of giving a complete study of the national life. It is a remarkably well told tale of Haitien life, and at the same time an interpretation of its spirit. For years the author has himself dwelt in and been a part of that life, and in his case familiarity has not bred contempt, but imbued him with a rare sense of actuality and sanity of judgment. Stories of life in the tropics abound. They are usually the work of writers to whom these qualities were foreign. The author's diplomatic position gave him enviable opportunities to study the social and actual life of Haiti, and he has described that life more thoroughly in "Diane" than has heretofore been done in works of similar scope and purpose. It abounds in "living pictures" painted by the hand of a master artist. It is a kind of romance which makes your pulse beat faster, and which holds the interest of the reader from beginning to end. In reading it you are constantly reaching beyond all boundary lines of accepted authorities (?) of life in the Black Republic. We are compelled to put our cherished delusions aside. The writer vanishes the "Voudoo" defamers of Haiti with such delicate scorn, and yet as unsparingly tells the whole truth. "Diane" is a clean healthy, ennobling story of love and devotion. No theories are exploited; no hobbies are ridden. The tale is told as a tale should be told. The interest is centered in the characters, their doings and surroundings. The people who live in its pages will live in the memory of WASHINGTON, D.C., MARCH 22, 1902. HON. JOHN S. DURHAM. Former Minister to Hayti. Journalist, Author, Lawyer and Brilliant Man of Affairs. its readers. They are thoroughly human. Moreover, at the end there is something left for the imagination. You do not see the proverbial ring, nor hear the peal of the wedding bell. It will pay you to read it, and your newsdealer will be glad to supply you with a copy. I have tried to speak of "Diane" after the fashion of one who enjoys a good story. Perhaps, an estimate of its author would not be out of place. Taking a retrospect is not always a pleasant task. The pages of the past, in many respects, may be likened to a sewer; too often it flows with the refuse of mankind. Could there not be found characters here and there who have preserved it from this villification, the metaphor would be appalling. The story of man is one long recital of a struggle upwards toward better things. The men and women who have contributed to the fund of human betterment are legion. The roll includes patriots, pcets, painters, philosophers and pedants. Sometimes there looms up a personality that stands out above the crowd. The triumphs of the sword no longer minimize the achievements of the arts of peace. The reign of the pen is at hand. Poet, pedant and philosopher sway Empire and guide Republic. Throne and Senate yield obedience and the din of the multitude is stilled where press, forum and philosopher wield the sceptre. What then can prove more fruitful than a glance backwards—especially when it reveals the story of one who has made impress upon the thought and movement of the time? There is no story half so interesting as that of the career of a truly self-made man. The life of our subject is unique in this respect. John Stephens Durham, student, educator, civil engineer, journalist, diplomat, lawyer—truly a many-sided man! Yet he has lived, labored and succeeded in each of these characters. Success, from the American stand-point, is the proof of capacity. However the critics may differ in their different estimates of this individual, one opinion they all share in common. That sentiment, that opinion is, "John Durham is a man of extraordinary capacity!" Going back over a stretch of years, I can vividly recall my first impression of the man. They have no present value other than in so far as they indicate the correctness of conclusions reached at that early period. Mr. Durham at that time was "a man of importance." I saw much of him, as he was ever to be found in the many activities which engage the Negro in this busy metropolitan center. He impressed [Continued on 3d Pager] PRICE, FIVE CENTS. THE MISSION OF MUSIC A DIVINE GIFT IN THE SOUL OF AUGUSTUS A. HASTON. A Western Genius Inspired to Interpret The Melodies That Uplift-Encouragement Ready for Real Merit Newsy Notes From The Quaker Metropolis Philadelphia, Pa., Special.—One of the most essential numbers of the service of a church is its singing. The Psalmist says, "Praise the Lord with song." The singing should require as much preparation as the sermon. The solo in the Cherry Street Baptist Church on last Sunday morning made the very hearts of the congregation rise up and give thanks to God for the power of song. All persons are not impressed in the same way and the sweet strains bursting forth from some woman's or man's mouth do not come forth to return to the air void. We hear of the early angels singing chants and te deums even at the birth of our Lord, and since that time that same chant has been revised and is sung now by the children of men. If song was instituted by the angels in Heaven, brought by them to this earth, why is it that even mortal man has caught the refrain of those early songs and is now making the earth ring with the melodious tones, even as sung in the beginning of the world. The Negro, it is said, has surely been endowed with the gift of music and Euterpe spared no pains when she placed within the mind of Mr. Augustus A. Haston that knowledge of music; clasped within his hands that book of note, and above and beyond all, placed within his mouth those sweet strains, and said unto him, "Gotherefore and let the people enjoy this which I have so endowed you, showing unto men that the fine arts and keen perceptions are contained within the dark-skinned people of this world. Though credit may not be given them, yet it is within, and the time is not far distant, when they will lead along the musical line, for their latent powers are fast becoming visible and no one will be able to prohibit the recognition of the colored singer as that nearest approaching the divine. It is plainly seen in the personage of Mr. Haston. Mr. Augustus Haston, born and reared in the western town of St. Louis, was not aware of his talent until it was discovered by some of his friends. He used to sing casually, as it is the case with all persons, but never paid any attention to the voice that he had. On one occasion, while working in a hotel one of the guests heard the leading voice of a colored quartet singing in its "quarters," and next morning she inquired of the young men as to who their leading tenor was. The answer was made, "Kid Haston," as he was called. She asked Mr. Haston to come to her room on the next day and Conti- ued on 3rd paze. Their Reappearance a Fashionable Event-Director Thompkins Scores a Triumph. After a slumber of several years, the Orpheus Glee Club, reorganized and strengthened, made its bow to a Washington audience on the evening of March 7. Odd Fellows' Hall was packed with the elite of this Mecca of fashion and culture, who enthusiastically applauded every number and demanded many encores. The club embraces twenty-two men, and every voice rings true. In volume, precision and inter- J.H.C. President W. H Connor. pretation, their work is excellent and it is doubtful if so large and thoroughly drilled a male musical organization can be found in any other city in the land. The rendition of "The Lost Chord" was especially fine and the concert waltz waa scarcely less effective. The solo numbers by Messers. W. R. Franklin and G. J Bell were received with favor as was also 'Katbleen Mavourneen" by the quartet, Messers. Walker, Goodrich, Fossett and Bell. Miss Addie Wormley recited "The Famine" feelingly and Miss Nettie Murray's soprano solo won a recall. Mr. Clarence C. White gave several violin selections with his usual grace, and Miss Beatrice Warrick presided at the piano. The artistic and finished work of the Orpheus Glee Club is the result of the earnest, painstaking and intelligent industry of Mr. R W. Thompkins. He selected the voices carefully, examining each singer with the keenness acquired by years of experience as a director. He has a quick ear for flaws, and insists upon close attention to the thought of the composer. His baton is a helm that guides with all the vim, nervous energy and musical impulse characteristic of the man. Mr. Thompkins is one of the best known precentors in Washington, and no individual has done more than he to develop in the young people a love for the best music and teach them how to utilize their natural gifts. He was formerly choirmaster at St. Luke's, but is at present in charge of the choir of the Second Baptist Church. Mr. Thompkins holds the responsible position of chief accountant in the office of the Auditor for the War Department, and has made himself indispensable by ability and strict application to duty. Mr. Thompkins is a force in the world of business and society, as well as music. The general management of the club is in the capable and industrious hands of Dr. W. H. Conner, and all forces work in perfect harmony. Men and Measures at Washington. During the present session of Congress The Saturday Evening Post, of Philadelphia, will contain bi-weekly THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. articles on national affairs by the former Postmaster-General, Honorable Charles Emory Smith. In "Men and Measures at Washington" Mr. Smith will discuss the great legislative and diplomatic questions of the day, explaining the news of the week and giving a clear presentation national policies and politics. Mr. Smith's long familiarity with public affairs, his shrewd political insight and his brilliant literary style combine to make these papers of unusual interest. The lighter side of Washington life, the amusing happenings, the current gossip and bright sayings are found in a new department, enttled A Woman's Washington. These bright letters are by the author of the Diary of a New Congre-sman's wife. The First Separate Battalion. The friends of the officers and enlisted men of Company A, 1st Separate Battalion, D. C N G., were royally entertained Thursday evening, March 6, at their armory, 708 O street, n. w., about two hundred invited guests being present. The Monumental Orchestra, under the leadership of Prof. Hamilton rendered exceptionally fine music. During the intermission, a delightful repast was served, after which dancing was resumed and continued until an early hour. Among the invited guests present were Major and Mrs. Arthur Brooks, Judge Terrell, Lieutenants J E. Walker. F. J. Cardozo, Philip B. Brooks, W. B. Evans, R. B. Covington, C. H. Davis, W. H J. Malvin and wife, Dr. and Mrs. W. K. Scott, Lawrence Bradley, Miss Lenore Randolph, Wm. Thomas Lovette, Miss Louise Prater, Captain E L. Webster, Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Harris, Theodore Carrol, Miss Carrington, Dr. Albert Ridgely, Dr. William Lofton, William A. Wells, Miss Helen Bell, Walter Walker, Miss Geneva Walker, Harry A. Smith, Miss Hattie Ross, George Vawter, William Lee, Miss Annie Vawter, J. E. Slaughter, Florence Ricks, Sergeant Clements, Miss Olive Clements, Henry Ridgely, Miss Effie Storks, Thomas Johnson, Miss Johnson, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Harvey, Mr. and Mrs. R. N. Carter, Henry Gordon, Miss Florence Cnapman, Miss Mattie Wooden, the Misses Gordon, Randolph Dabney, Miss Hattie Scott and Parker White. The Pen and Pencil Club. The last meeting of the Pen and Pencil Club, held at the residence of Mr. S E Lacy, 1732 10th street, was very entertaining. Prof. Kelly Miller read an original story, "Consciousness of Color," a sociological study which drew out much discussion. It dealt with the marriage of a Negro with a white girl—the latter knowing nothing of race prejudice—and the disastrous results following her becoming conscious of her color. The husband dies and embarrassments are providentially disposed of. The story was a vehicle to bring forth logical argument showing the inconsistency of drawing lines against natural affinities because of racial differancies. The next meeting will be held on the first Thursday evening in April, when Mr. R W. Thompson will talk on "The Central Idea of Newspaper Work." Banneker Reception Tickets. 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Strenyerus, what the Pres'dn't is?" "Pres'dn't Roozvilt? O yes, why it means er— er— it means 'rough' of course. Not no ways bad, you onderstand, but just rough an' easy. You see calls the Pes'dn't strenyerous' because endurin' the Spanish war he had a regiment of Indians, and cowboys an' a lot of quality. They was used to rough all the horses every day an' that's how come they was called the Rough Riders." "Well I heared a man say that Presidn't thought a heap of our people an' was goin' to do a lot for us, but I ain't see nothin' he's done yet exceptin' he give Booker Washington one single meal of vittles. Do you reckon he likes our people the way they let on?" "Likes us, Brother Hill? Of course he does. He didn't have Booker Washington to the White House just to give him a meal of vittles. Booker Washington's a millionaire an' the smartest man in the whole country an' the Pres'dn't had him up to ask him about some politics, and' as he had hearn what a big school he's got up at Tuskiggy he wanted him to put in a substitute an' come an' teach the White House children for a piece. But Booker Washington told him they wasn't nobody could take his place, so it had to be give up. If he had gone there I reckon young Theodore, what's home sick, might a took some lessons from him too, so's not to lose no time while he's out his college up North." "Did the Pres'dn'ts son come home sick? What's the matter with him?' "O I b'lieve he caught a bad cold an' it settled on his chest. Lost his hat one day up at college an' wrote to the Pres'dn't to send him some money to buy a new one with, but the Pres'dn't wanted him to be tough an' wrote back for him to go without one till the weather got warm an' then he'd send him his straw hat. But the boy couldn't stand it an' got sick an' come home." "Well, Brother Joshwy, I reckon the Pres'dn't's a nice enough man all right an' maybe he likes Booker Washington, but he don't seem to me to be doin' much four our people. 'Pears to me like all the white folks in the country is turned against us an' down South they killin' us right straight along an' the Pres'dn't nor nobody else ain't doin' nothin' to stop it. I tell you, Joshwy, they ain't but one thing to do, an' taat's to keep on praying' an' have the grace of God in your heart an' bimeby the Lord'll rise us an' squash 'em like He done when we was set free." Joshwy had been listening to his friend calmly but now he took his pipe from his mouth and shaking it impressively at the other said: "Look here, Brother Hill, lemme tell you somethin'. You don't seem to sense this thing in the right way. Prayin' an' the grace of God is all right, but what's the matter with the white people, 'specially in the South, in spite an' envoiusness. That's what. Our people is getting up too fast. Why man, just see how we doin'. Look at all them recorders of deeds, and registers in the Treasury, an' congressmen an' senators, an' all them True Reformers an' colleges an' banks an' things we getting. That's what the matter. We are beatin' 'em an' they most run mad with spite, an' when they ain't no other way they pass these Jim Crow laws an' all those 'franchisin' clawses to keep us down an' when they find that don't do no good why they just shoots us an' burns us an' lynches us. Tain't nothin' but enviousness, but that ain't never goin' to—— What's the matter?" "O, nothin', but I don't want to meet that man coming' down the street. Me an' him can't never get along together an' don't want to meet him. So long, Joshwy." "Wait a minute, I ain't done tellin' you. There's lots——" But Brother Hill was gone and Joshwy relighted his pipe and settling himself back for a comfortable smoke remarked to no one in particular, "Ain't colored people funny?" THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. At Mrs. Wilson's Studio. The art exhibit by Mrs. Lottie E. Wilson last week brought many many distinguished visitors to the handsome studio at 806 M street, northwest. All were well pleased with the isplay and were deeply impressed by the energy, resourcefulness and taste found up in Mrs. Wilson. Her clear exlanation of artistic effect, light, shade, color and pose added much to the understanding of her callers. Among the mass of exhibits was a fine oil painting of Hon. George H. White and a striking bas-relief cast of Phyllis Wheatley. The latter is to be copyrighted and placed on the market. The work of the pupils showed unusual proficiency. Mesdames Lucy G. Thurman, John F. Cook, Anna Evans Murray, Ida D. Bailey and A. M. Curtis were prominent among Mrs. Wilson's visitors. ATLANTA'S OPEN DOOR. Provision for Colored People' e Promised at the New Carnegie Library-Effective Spokesmen. Atlanta, Ga., Special.—Ever since the munificent gift of Andrew Carnegie to the city of Atlanta for the founding of the Public Library, it has been a question in the minds of the colored citizens, in view of the unreasonable social caste whether provision would be made for our people to enjoy the benefits of this Library. Accordingly a committee of colored citizens waited on the board of directors and requested that arrangements be made for the accommodation of those of our race who wished to take advantage of its literary store. They were courteously received by the board and assured that provision would be made. This is another illustration of the fact that the caste spirit of the South is gradually dying, even if its death be slow. Prof. W. E. Burghardt DuBois, of Atlanta University, and President James M. Henderson, of Morris Brown College, were the spokesmen for our people, and through their clear-cut presentation of the case, their mission was successful. Mrs. Yates Good Work Here. The scholarly address, "A Single Standard of Morality a Social Necessity," given March 4th e Bethel Literary by Mrs. Josephine SiloneYates, president of the National Association of Colored Women was received with applause and ably discussed by Rev. Grimke, Prof. Kelly Miller and others. Mrs. Yates also held a mass meeting of the women of the District in Metropolitan A. M. E. church on the night of March 5th in the interest of the National Association of Colored Women. The attendance was good in spite of the storm, and many plans of work for the good of the organization and the welfare of the District were brought forward and discussed by those present. TUSKEGEE NOTES The average attendance so far this term is 1,328. Before the close of the term it is likely to be increased. 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The Columbus, Ohio, Standard is a sprightly sheet, and its news and society notes are full of ginger. It talks out fearlessly and with true independence. One thought that hits squarely is: "A real politician works for himself by doing real good for others." Speaking of Booker Washington's cordial reception by Prince Henry, the Standard sizes it up this way: "It is what Washington is actually doing for his unfortunate people that has raised him to the foremost place in his race. After all, skin and color will count for little, when well outweighed by brains, deeds, honor and honestey." P. W. Chavers is the editor and proprietor of the paper. And now the Boston Guardian is "mad" at Rev. Charles S. Morris—just because the eloquent young divine saw fit to sing a paean of praise to the achievements of Booker Washington. Morris has more sense in five minutes than the entire Guardian outfit will have in a life-time. Morris' article is vigorous—perhaps a trifle caustic in spots—but his opinion can be disputed without resort to billingsgate or to the tactics of the fishwife. Morris gets off a neat idea when referring to the Wizard's rise to eminence without recourse to official station. speaks of him as minister to nowhere and recorder of nothing and delegate-at-large to nary a national convention. Charles Satchell Morris can take care of himself, whether slinging a pen, preaching a sermon or—may it please the Guardian—selling African coffee. The Indianapolis Recorder is a breezy publication which occupies a field practically all its own. It makes a specialty of Indiana State correspondence, covering every important city, and pays close attention to local politics. It is a thorn in the flesh of both of its older contemporaries, The Freeman and The World, and despite their united efforts to land on its solar plexus the Recorder goes on in the even tenor of its way, hewing to the line marked out. The cartoon feature recently inaugurated is making some happy hits, the Legislative contest being unusually clever. These cartoons are the work of a colored artist and all hands should be proud of him. George P. Stewart is chief scribe on the Recorder. HOWARD'S LAW SCHOOL (Con inued from 9 hra .) slightly above the middle of his class; the first was admitted to the Bar October 6, 1898, the second a year earlier; cash receipts of the former from his first year's practice were $821.65; second year, $1,252.50; third year, $1,419.25. Cash receipts of the latter for the first year, $625.50; second year, $780.25; third year, $950; fourth year, $1,202.75. Not less encouraging is the example of a member of the class of '95, who received in cash from his practice for the year 1899, $1,750; for 1900, $2,010, and for 1901, $3,390. Of the young man whose income of $53.00 for his first year's practice had grown in 1901 to $1,807.75. Or of that Alumnus who reports that his cash income is only $50.00 per month, but says that every cent which had come into his possession during his three years' practice had been acquired through honorable methods. Perhaps a single letter in its entirety would afford the best illustration of the nature of the replies, and the liberty of publishing is therefore taken, it is hoped without offense to the writer of the letter which follows: 313 St. PAUL STREET, BALTIMORE, Md., Nov. 23, 1901. Wm. H. RICHARDS, Esq., 420 5th St. N. W., Washington, D. C. DEAR SIR: Your favor asking information about THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. my professional income is before me, and I cheerfully give it, though under other circumstances I would hesitate to do so. I have taken account of every cent I have made since Oct. 21, 1894, and my account for each year is an increase over the preceding year, except in one instance. This year has been, so far, the best I have had, and if I keep up my monthly average for the rest of the year my receipts will be $2,500. My average annual income for the seven years ending October 21st has been $1,400, in round numbers. I cannot even approximate what the other Howard Alumni are making, but of this however, I am sure, that with two or three exceptions, from their surroundings and the general appearance of things, they are doing better than the graduates of other schools. The colored lawyer here, who respects himself and attends to his business, has the respect of the Bench and Bar. He has done good service for the race in many ways that no other man could do. His bare presence here has done much in protecting the rights of many who would not commit their affairs to his charge. He has, however, passed the experimental stage, with positive assurance that hard study; steady application to his work, and fidelity to the interests of his clients will bring him, in due season, all the rewards which our noble profession has in store for its faithful followers. I am as ever. The cash receipts of the seventy practitioners for the year 1901 aggregate $94,570, and the average is $1,351, but this is purely professional income and does not include receipts from other sources; for instance as where one of our graduates whose professional income last year was $3,500, was paid $1,500 for other employments which had come to him as a result of his discipline and experience in the school and at the Bar; and another whose professional income in 1901 was only $1,469, but he saved in fourteen years from his business as a real estate merchant $40,000. This is a creditable showing. But it can be truthfully said of the Howard University Law Alumni as a body, that "their work is first, the fee second, and this is no small distinction." It is no small distinction to become a successful and respected member of an ancient and splendid order; to be an officer of the Court-to discharge a noble function of justice-to participate in the administration of government. Justice Miscaries at Cincinnati. The trial of a white policeman named Shaffer at Cincinnati illustrates how justice frequently miscarries when only a Negro's life is involved. A colored man, Charlie Crutchfield, was charged some months ago with having "insulted" a "white lady" somewhere in the tenderloin district of the Queen City. The bumptious policeman shot the unresisting Negro, and inflicted a wound which caused death in a few days. By a judicial "hocus pocus" and a jury illegally drawn, the officer not only escapes conviction for cold-blooded murder, but is discharged after a brief deliberation. The Negroes are naturally stirred up over the matter, and it is said the case will have a bearing upon the next city and county elections. They are determined to defeat, if possible, the manipulators of this gross injustice as a lesson to future officers of the courts. The Colored American Can be Purchased at All News Stands. The friends of the Colored American when wanting to purchase a copy of it will do it a great favor by calling on the nearest news stand and purchasing a copy. If the newsdealer does not kee it, insist that he procure it for you This notice is written for the reason that many people, not only in Washington, but in other cities call at the office or write for copies of The American when the same can be had by going to the nearest news stand. Every news dealer keeps, or should keep The Colored American for sale. tf. United Order of True Reformers. An order devoted to the interests of its members, both in their home and business relations. We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged business investment, in enterprises owned and controlled by the Order and managed by colored men, who are members of the Order. If you are sound in health and mind, of good moral character, not younger than three (3) years nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible to membership. There are two Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebud. SUBORDINATE FOUNTAINS. To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age.) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6 00 to $9 00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75 0 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 Please Forstain you must be between 160 (according to age,) as joining fees cents per month as dues; if in the 80 cents per month. receive from $6 00 to $9 00 per month. our family receives $75 0 if you do Benefit is $125.00 To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age.) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6 00 to $9 00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75 0 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00 To join the Rosebud Fountain you must and 14 year of age. You pay $1.00, or installments. The monthly dues are either Fountains may decide. The annual you receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will die within a year. After one year to 1877. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, the classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class F are available annually or quarterly. Limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $3.00. Certificate is valued first year at from $200 to $65. Limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $300. Limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13.50. Valued from date of issue at from Life Membership in either of the purchase of the required amount of Bills of 20 per cent. United Order of True Reformers have Death Benefits, with a grand total of $8,272,800. Bank.—In our Savings Bank the Order is furnishing institution that is a credit note for the race as well. It began business at Stockis $100,000. The business is the older regularly constituted bank, and the safeguards. The stock sells for cent, dividends. Both time and interest is paid on time desposits. A report to Auditor of Public Accounts in 1900 and shows its flourishing condition. LIABILITY $8,272,800 164,423,838 48,383,222 14,000,000 99,588,000 6,850,000 1,388,999 12,399,800 35,820,000 391,120,840 Capital stock paid in Surplus fund Undivided profits Demand certificate posit. Time certificates of Total Library and Feed Store is located at 501 N. Monroe Street of the Order and the public general food products. The newspaper published by the order is stands for the voice of the people, the son of the race and is the Beacon Light and the General Agent of the Brotherhood and job office bills for the work of the style and at low prices. Bond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order published thereto an Old Folk's House broad-minded generosity, the Order of members alone, nor even to members need and dearest of the whole race, nor The Order makes itself the trustee of the whole people, black and white, Nor contribution the carrying out of the year is set apart as a Grand Rally Day.arded to the casnier of the Reformer name and account for it to The Grand and the public, when visiting Richard Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. Its service is of the best and rates are real department manages and controls all property owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 ducks $122,500. Ir addition to these the 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 Classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. All dues payable annually or quarterly. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 ye values, $4 75 to $7 60. The Certificate is va After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 year $9 50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued fir one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 year $21 to $25. The certificate I valued from O You are entitled to a Life Membership Classe B and E upon purchase of the req pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, wit HALF MILLION DOLLARS. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual dues, $4 75 to $7 60. The Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $33. After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Annual dues, $9 50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13 50 Annual dues $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1 000 to $700. You are entitled to a Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in Classe B and E upon purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264 75, over a HALF MILLION DOLLARS. THE BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound and flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Order 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 in RESOURCES. Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1,388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store 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 operation and combination of the race and the General Messenger and the General Agent per year. A well-equipped job office is turned out in first class style and at low price. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico, 684 acres of land, and established thereto as exampled liberality and broad-minded genrance to this home to its members alone, in doors are opened to the aged and decrepit residence or connections. The Order makes charity, and calls upon the whole people. And West to assist by their contribution the idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as Contributive 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 ad buildings. members, and pays 20 per cent, dividends. Both time and demand deposits are received and 4 per cent, interest is paid on time desposits. The following is a copy of the Cashier's report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia at close of business Sept., 5, 1900 and shows its flourishing condition:— RESOURCES. Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1,388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 Liabilities. Capital stock paid in ..... 88,125 00 Surplus fund ..... 80,957 81 Undivided profits ..... 6,826 80 Demand certificate of deposit ..... 96,786 29 Time certificates of deposit ..... 118,424 74 Total ..... 391,120 64 The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store is located at 501 North Sixth St., Richmond, Va., and members of the Order and the public generally are saved 20 per cent. on the cost of food products. THE REFORMER is the newspaper published by the order from its own ofice 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 buids 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 684 acres of land, and established therson 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 deocrepid 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 Grand Rally Day for the Home Contributic can be forwarded to the casnier of the Reformer's Savings Bank, who will send receipt for same and account for it to The Grand Fountain. Members of the Order and the public, when visiting Richmond, Va, are invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. It is in a pleasant and desirable location. Service is of the best and rates are reasonable. The Real Estate Department manages and controls all property interests of the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 ho with a fee simple value of $192,500. In addition to these the Order leases buildings. For any further information, address. Wm. L TAYLOR, W. M. Master. W P EURRELL, G. W. Secretary. --- [Pictorial representation of a religious figure, likely a saint or a bishop, holding a book or a sword.] 19 ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. Fountain you must be between You pay $1.00, either cash or by only dues are either 15 or 25 cents. The annual tax is 10 cents. Credit from $1.50 to $4.00 per month, Your family will be paid $24.50 if After one year the Death Benefit DEPARTMENT, there are Three E. and Class M. All dues quarterly. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual first year at from $100 to $33. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Annual dues, year at from $250 to $175. After Fee $11 to $13.50. Annual dues of issue at from $1.000 to $700. either of the Fountains or in and amount of Bank stock, which Reformers has paid up to July grand total of $521,264 75, over a Bags Bank the Order has a sound that is a credit not only to the Or- gan business April 3, 1889. The the business is the same as that of old bank, and is surrounded by stock sells for $5.00 a share to both time and demand deposits at time desposits. The following of Public Accounts of Virginia at nurishing condition;— LIABILITIES. Stock paid in ..... 88,125 00 Fund ..... 80,957 81 Added profits ..... 6,826 80 Ded certificate of de- certificates of deposit 118,424 74 Total ..... 391,120 64 Located at 501 North Sixth St., and the public generally are saved By the order from its own of of the people, representing co- the Beacon Light, the Headlight, of the Brotherhood. It is $1.00 the work of the people, which is City, Va., the Order has purchased Old Folk's Home.' With un- tility, the Order does not limit en- ven to members families, but the one whole race, regardless of their self the trustee for this glorious and white, North, East, South carrying out of this praiseworthy Rally Day for the Home of the Reformer's Savings Bank, out to the Grand Fountain. On visiting Richmond, Va., are Sixth St. It is in a pleasant and rates are reasonable. We control all property interests o 4, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 ho own to these the Order leases W P BURRELL, G. W. Secretary. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. OU can earn from $10.00 to $50.00 a week selling our great remedy. If you already have a position, you can make good money by working in your spare time. Now is the accepted time. Write before some one else gets the Agency, as we only want one Agent in a place. How many opportunities to make money have you lost? Here is a chance for every man or woman, boy or girl, to make money every day in the year. IRONAL, the great natural medicine, is a certain cure for all diseases of the Stomach, Liver, Kidneys, Bladder, Bowels, and Blood. It cures Headache, Backache, Cramps, Colic, Pains in the Shoulders, Arms, Breast, Back, Legs, and Lungs. Cures Rheumatism, Sore Throat, Dropsy, Kidney Diseases, Fevers of all kinds, Malaria, Gout, Lumbago, and all diseases of the human system which are not of an organic nature—such as Cancer and Consumption. It is especially curative in Asthma, Scrofula, Syphilis, Eczema, and all breaking-out diseases of the skin. Also cures all forms of diseases peculiar to women. It is Nature's own remedy. Non-poisonous, and no dose, no matter how large, can hurt any one. It is taken both internally and applied externally on Sores, Eruptions, &c. The price is 25c., mailed to any address on receipt of price. We want one Agent in every locality to sell this great remedy. It never fails to satisfy. If you want the Agency, send in your application quick, and we will send the goods promptly by express. Send no money; just fill out the coupon, and we will not only send you the goods, but we will also pay the express on this end. Now is not this fair? You can see that we are not frauds or fakirs, for we trust you with our goods. We will send you two dozen packages of IRONAL; these you sell for 25c. each, or $6.00 in all. You keep $3.00 and send us $3.00. After you have sold out, and remitted the money to us, you can get all the goods on credit from us that you want. Write your name and address plainly, so that we can read it. If the name is not plainly written it makes trouble and delays shipping the goods. GENTLEMEN,I hereby apply for the Agency for IRONAL, the great natural remedy. Please send me at once by Express two dozen packages of IRONAL (24). These I agree to sell for 25c. each, or $6.00 in all. I will send you $3.00 and keep $3.00 for my trouble. The Ironal Co. is to pay the express charges. If I cannot sell the goods, I will return them. The Name of the Street I live on is _____ The number of my house is _____ My Post-Office is _____ My County is _____ If there is no Express Office in your town, state nearest town where there is one. $ ^{4} $ FELL INTO BOILING WATER. Fatal Accident to a Promising Young Man-Church and Society Doings Ansonia, Conn., Special—Mr James Coleman, Jr., late of Providence, R I met with an accident Wednesday evening which proved fatal Mr. Coleman was employed at Coe Brass Co and while engaged in pulling a truck, which in some manner caught and threw him backwards into a tank of boiling water up to his neck. He was rescued by his helpmates, his father being one of the first to assist him out of his perilous position. Medical aid was at once summoned, and he was made as comfortable as possible; but his injuries were of such a nature that he died at 4 a.m. He was buried from the Macedonia Baptist church on Friday. Rev M R. Roscoe of said church and Rev L H Taylor of the A. M. E Zon officiated. Mr. Coleman has only been in this city two weeks, but his friends were numerous, and his sudden death caused great sadness. He leaves to mourn his loss, a wife, father, mother, two brothers and three sisters The stewardesses of the A. M. E. Zion church gave a donkey entertainment and supper at the church last Thursday evening for the benefit of the sewing society. It was a success both financially and socially. The Willing Workers of the Macedonia Baptist church gave an enjoyable supper at the residence of Mr. Jane Clayton on Wooster street, Thursday evening for the benefit of the sewing society of that church. Rev. G N. Payne, missionary of the New York Conference is visiting his sister, Mrs Laura Jackson of Clifton Ave. Rev. Payne is well known here and his many friends are glad to see him. The Tabernacle Baptist church has purchased from H. C. Miles, the two story brick house on Coburn street which it will use for church purposes. The society will take possession of its new quarters in the spring and alter the property to suit its needs and convenience. The lower floor will be used as a church, and the upper floor will be fitted up for the pastor, Rev. John Davis. The purchase price of the property was somewhat over $3000. The Tabernacle church was founded in March 1901 by four or five members, but since that time has greatly increased in membership. The Colored American can be obtained from the agent, Rev. Basil I. Watts of 694 South Main street. R. DANIEL WATTS HARTFORD'S HAPPENINGS. Church and Society Cullings From Connecticut's Capital. Hartford, Conn., Special—Rev. J. Sulla Cooper, presached two excellent sermons Sunday, in the morning and evening, to large congregations at the A.M. E. Zion church. The church will resume its revival services this week. The pastor's bible class, held every Sunday afternoon at 8 p.m. is growing very popular and quite an interest is manifested in the study of the Bible. The Daughters of Conferences will have their annual sermon preached Sunday afternoon at the church by the pastor, Rev. Cooper. The members of the Sunday school under the direction of the superintendent, Dennis Scott, and musical director, John J. Williams are preparing for their Easter exercises. The New England Conference will THE IRONAL CO., 1064 E. Clay St., Richmond, Va. : Address all communications to- THE IRONAL CO., 106½ E. Claire GENTLEMEN,—I here Please send me at once by Express 25c. each, or $6.00 in all. I will send pay the express charges. If I cann My Name is The Name of the Street I live My Post-Office is My State is If there is no Express Office in your My Name is convene in Hartford the first Wednesday day in May at the A. M. E. Zion church, J. W. Hood, D. D., LL. D. presiding Bishop The ou look is for a large and grand session. Mrs. Elida Thomas is still on the sick list. Miss Fannie Murkinson is improving Mrs. Hattie B. Thompson is confined to her bed at her home on B lievue st. Mr. William Heath of Liberty street, is very sick. Mr. Charles Harris, employed at the Allen House, left the city Saturday for Philadelphia. Mr. John Harris is employed at Mudis, Conn Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Freeman, of Willimantic, Conn. has moved to Hartford. They reside at $10 \frac{1}{2}$ round st. Mr. Jones of Willimantie was in the city Sunday, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Freeman. Mrs. Canten of Lovington, Conn. mother of Mr. clarence Canten of 36 South Prospect street, is visiting in the city, the guest of her son and wife. Mr. A. R. Lotton has moved his pool room from Windsor Center to the city at 639 Main street. Mrs. Ellen Canten of Fitchfield, Conn. is in the city, the guest of her sister, Mrs. Hattie Curtis of 54 Grand street. Mrs. C. Major who has been ill for the past week is able to be out again. Mr. Louis Petterson is in Windsor Center. A History of Negro Progress "Shadow and Light." This popular history and autobiography of Hon. M. W. Gibbs, late U. S. Consul to Madagascar and Receiver of Public Monies of Little Rock, Ark, is receiving a wide sale. Mr. John H. Wills the popular bookman at 506 11th st. n w. is the agent for it in the District of Columbia, and will be prompt in filling all ```markdown ``` to $50.00 a week selling our great remedy good money by working in your spare time. We else gets the Agency, as we only want one money have you lost? Here is a chance for you in the year. IRONAL, the great nature of, Liver, Kidneys, Bladder, Bowels, and Blossom the Shoulders, Arms, Breast, Back, Legs, and Diseases, Fevers of all kinds, Malaria, Gout shot of an organic nature—such as Cancer, Crofula, Syphilis, Eczema, and all breaking- sular to women. It is Nature's own remedy, art any one. It is taken both internally and 25c., mailed to any address on receipt of p t remedy. It never fails to satisfy. If you will send the goods promptly by express. Send you the goods, but we will also pay the that we are not frauds or fakirs, for we trust of IRONAL; these you sell for 25c. each, have sold out, and remitted the money to us. Write your name and address plainly, makes trouble and delays shipping the goods to— THE IRONAL 106½ E. Clay St. E. Clay St., Richmond, Va.: I hereby apply for the Agency for IRONAL express two dozen packages of IRONAL (24 will send you $3.00 and keep $3.00 for my I cannot sell the goods, I will return them at I live on is _____ The nu _____ My County is _____ _____ My nearest Express Office is in your town, state nearest town where the Dr. Crapsey Here selling our great remedy. If you already have making in your spare time. Now is the accepta ency, as we only want one Agent in a place. He host? Here is a chance for every man or woman IRONAL, the great natural medicine, is a cert Bladder, Bowels, and Blood. It cures Headache isms, Breast, Back, Legs, and Lungs. Cures Rheu of all kinds, Malaria, Gout, Lumbago, and all dri nature—such as Cancer and Consumption. I czema, and all breaking-out diseases of the skin is Nature's own remedy. Non-poisonous, and staken both internally and applied externally on your address on receipt of price. We want one for fails to satisfy. If you want the Agency, send omply by express. Send no money; just fill us, but we will also pay the express on this end. ids or fakirs, for we trust you with our goods. These you sell for 25c. each, or $6.00 in all. You k remitted the money to us, you can get all the name and address plainly, so that we can read it delays shipping the goods. THE IRONAL CO. 106½ E. Clay St., RICHMOND Richmond, Va.: For the Agency for IRONAL, the great natural packages of IRONAL (24). These I agree to and keep $3.00 for my trouble. The Ironal Co goods, I will return them. The number of my house is. My County is. Nearest Express Office is. Nearest town where there is one. rapsey Here Again THE IRONAL CO. 1061/2 E. Clay St., RICHMOND, VA., Rev. Algernon Sidney Crapsey, D. D., of Rochester, N. Y. author of "Constitutional Defense" will deliver a Lecture Entitled "The Afro American-His Past, Present, and A Philosophical Consideration of his Presence and Status in this Country in the R STREET METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH (Near 12t ro American-His Past, Present, and A Philosophical Consideration of his Presence and Status in this Country in the ST METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH (Near 12t "The Afro American-His Past, Present, and Future." A Philosophical Consideration of his Presence and Status in this Country in the R STREET METROPOLITAN BAPTIST CHURCH (Near 12th Street.) Friday April 25th, at 8 p.m. ADMISSION - - - 15c CHILDREN - - 10c ADMISSION 1 CHILDREN 1 --- orders. The price of the book is $150, and as a scholar competent to judge has said, it is really a history of the American Negro of the 19th Century beautifully illustrated with portraits and sketches of representative colored men. tf. The Spring Milinery. The majority of the new lats are distinguished by the decided downward flare at the back. Another important item in up-to-date millinery is the low, almost flat crown. The new straws and braids, the new floral and other trimmings are pictured and described at length in the April Delbneator, which also devotes a page to illustrating the various steps in the construction of a stylish Marquise hat from a Fifth Avenue shop. Past, Present, and Future." A federation of his Presence entry in the STIST CHURCH (Near 12th Street.) 5th, at 8 p.m. - - - 15c - - 10c Union Revival Services. The great evangelist, Charles N. Crittendon of New York and founder of the Florence Crittendon Mission Work, has been secured to conduct union revival services for ten days at Lincoln Temple, beginning Sunday March 23rd at p. m. People's Plymouth and Lincoln Temple are united in this meeting and other churches are invited to unite also. The far-reaching influence of Dr. Crittendon as an evangelist and the unusual interest manifested in his recent visit to this city assure great awaking among the people of this city. He is without doubt one of the most successful evangelists now in the field, and the churches that have secured his services for the ten days meeting may feel themselves most fortunate. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Straightens Kinky OZONO TRADE MARK KING OF ALL HAIR BEFORE. 50 IN order to protect the public from the numerous quack nostrums now on hair to grow long, and which are simply put up by a lot of quacks, charly sole idea to get your hard-earned cash and give you nothing in return, greases, which injure the hair and cause it to fall out, we have plans of the United States of America, on every box of OZONO, King of all Hair-Gists of two heads, as shown in this advertisement—one head showing short, or preparation showing the heads with the hair done up in a coil, or showing feather, is not OZONO. Seeing our marked success with the true hair-straighteners are now widely advertising spurious compounds, and trading on the reputation by these flaring advertisements, which are all promises. Buy the genuine and hundred and fifty thousand colored people bought OZONO in the last twelve all over Europe, Asia, Africa, and South America, also in Cuba and the West because it is a true Hair Tonic, that straightens without any outside assistance, only straightens the hair, but produces a long, silky, beautiful, luxurious gray than foolish, when you can increase its beauty by a few applications of OZONO live in, no matter where you may live. The price of OZONO is 50c. a box, and complete treatment. In order to introduce this great Hair Tonic, we will send aggregation: Four boxes of OZONO; one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REAL skin, making it several shades lighter, worth 50c.; also one bottle of ELECTRICAL such as Pimples, Tan, Acne, Itch, Eczema, and Boils. It also removes Wrinkles include a one-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, which removes all smells and oily pits, &c.; also one bar of our PURITY SCALP SOAP, made expressly for the to introduce honest goods. Cut out this coupon and mail to us, with $1.00, and money. If you send $3.00, we will send you four lots; if you send $2.00, we wish to take advantage of this lot, let them pin their name to this coupon is read by some one who does not own this newspaper, they can get the goods the paper in which they saw our advertisement. Parties who desire one of our straightening process, can obtain same by sending 50c. extra. Remember intens Kinky, Curly Hair OZONO TRADE MARK KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS. 50 AFTER, BE WARNED from the numerous quack nostrums now on the market, which claim to straighten hair are simply put up by a lot of quacks, charlatans, and fakirs, who have no chemists earned cash and give you nothing in return for your money but a dirty, sticky hair and cause it to fall out, we have placed our trade-mark, granted to us by every box of OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers and Hair-Straighteners. This advertisement—one head, showing short, curly hair, the other showing long, frayed with the hair done up in a coil, or showing features different from the faces shown—marked success with the true hair-straightener, OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers, our compounds, and trading on the reputation that we have made for OZONO. Which are all promises. Buy the genuine and only original King of all Hair Tonic people bought OZONO in the last twelve months. OZONO is sold in every State South America, also in Cuba and the West Indies. Its fame has travelled and straightens without any outside assistance. No hot irons are used; nothing but produces a long, silky, beautiful, luxurious growth of soft, fine hair. To neglect, use its beauty by a few applications of OZONO. We can send OZONO to any person alive. The price of OZONO is 50c. a box, sent to any point on receipt of price. Introduce this great Hair Tonic, we will send to you, on receipt of only $1.00, the NO; one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REFINER, which softens rough skin and water, worth 50c.; also one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN FOOD, Nature's cure for Eczema, and Boils. It also removes Wrinkles, and makes the skin soft and pliable. TI-ODOR, which removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, BRITY SCALP SOAP, made expressly for the human scalp. This grand aggregation this coupon and mail to us, with $1.00, and we will send the goods the same day, send you four lots; if you send $2.00, we will send you three lots. If you lot, let them pin their name to this coupon, and the goods will be sent promptly down this newspaper, they can get the goods by simply sending $1.00 and mentions advertisement. Parties who desire one of our MAGNETIC COMBS, which aid Curly Hair TONICS. AFTER. the market, which claim to straighten and cause the beans, and fakirs, who have no chemical skill, with the or your money but a dirty, sticky mass of worthless and our trade-mark, granted to us by the Government flowers and Hair-Straighteners. This trade-mark con- curly hair, the other showing long, flowing hair. Any natures different from the faces shown in this advertiser, OZONO, King of all Hair-Growers, numerous firms that we have made for OZONO. Do not be fooled only original King of all Hair Tonics, OZONO. Two months. OZONO is sold in every State in the Union, at Indies. Its fame has travelled around the world, No hot irons are used; nothing but OZONO. It not worth of soft, fine hair. To neglect your hair is more 0. We can send OZONO to any place that you may not to any point on receipt of price. Four boxes is a to you, on receipt of only $1.00, the following grand INER, which softens rough skin and brightens black CAL SKIN FOOD, Nature's cure for all skin diseases, and makes the skin soft and pliant. We will also arising from the human body, such as feet, arm- human scalp. This grand aggregation offer is made we will send the goods the same day we receive the will send you three lots. If you have a friend who and the goods will be sent promptly. If this offer by simply sending $1.00 and mentioning the name of MAGNETIC COMBS, which aids materially in the Straightens Kinky,Curly Hair OZONO TRADE MARK KING OF ALL HAIR TONICS. 50£ BEFORE. AFTER. BE WARNED 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. We can send OZONO to any place that you may live in, no matter where you may live. The price of OZONO is 50c. a box, sent to any point on receipt of price. Four boxes is a complete treatment. In order to introduce this great Hair Tonic, we will send to you, on receipt of only $1.00, the following grand aggregation: Four boxes of OZONO; one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN REFINER, which softens rough skin and brightens black skin, making it several shades lighter, worth 50c.; also one bottle of ELECTRICAL SKIN FOOD, Nature's cure for all skin diseases, such as Pimples, Tan, Acne, Itch, Eczema, and Boils. It also removes Wrinkles, and makes the skin soft and pliant. We will also include a one-pint package of ANTI-ODOR, which removes all smells and odors arising from the human body, such as feet, arm-pits, &c.; also one bar of our PURITY SCALP SOAP, made expressly for the human scalp. This grand aggregation offer is made to introduce honest goods. 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. The Boston Chemical Company holds a charter granted by the State of Virginia. We also refer to the Metropolitan Bank of Richmond, Va., and to the Southern Express Company. Register your letters; it protects you. Address your letters plainly to- BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., 310 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va. Enclosed find $1.00, for which please send me the following goods, as by your offer: Four large boxes of Ozono, worth.....$2 00 One large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner.....50 One large bottle of Electrical Skin Food.....50 One large pint package Anti-Odor, worth.....25 One large package Purity Scalp Soap, worth.....25 Total.....$3.50 Name___ House No.___ Street. Post-Office___ Nearest Express Office___ County___ State___ BOSTON CHEMICAL COMPANY, 310 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. VN AND CITY TO SELL ET S FOR The Colored Amer but represents the whole people: WE WANT AN AGENT IN EVERY TO E STORY OF MY LIFE It gives all the news. It tells what the Negro is doing. It belongs to no clique or faction It is not a party NT AN AGENT IN EVERY TOWN AND CITY TO SELL MY LIFE AND GET SUBSCRIBERS FOR The Color It belongs to no clique or faction, but represents the whole people: It is not a party organ, but stands for the whole people: It gives all the news. It belongs to no clique or faction, but represents the whole people: It tells what the Negro is doing. It is not a party organ, but stands for the rights of the Negro. It reflects the highest thoughts and best achievements. It is not a patent back, but its columns teem with spicy, original matter. Subscription Price $2.00 per Year, $1.10 for Six Months. 60cts for Three Months. Terms Invariably in Advance. For Further Information Address THE COLORED AMERICAN: 14 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. PHONE MAIN, 807-3 Choice Cut Flowers. A Special Offer For Easter Flowers at C . E. Brooks, FLORIST. 1527 14th STREET Northwest, Artistic Funeral Designs at Reasonable Prices My Specialty All Orders Received by Mail or Phone, will Receive Prompt Attention. PHONE MAIN 868-5 Harry G. Isel, Bellhanger and Electrical Contractor 1405 P ST. Northwest, WASHINGTON, D. C. Locksmithing Orders Promptly Attended To> MainTelephone r768 Established 1873 S. H. Hines & CO UNDERTAKERS, EMBALMERS AND FUNERAL DIRECTORS 1315 14th St. n w. Washington, D. C. THE WONDERFUL Static Electricity AND X-RAY 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. With the X-RAYS the seat of the trouble canbe located, and skillful treatment will hasten a cure. Don't wait until your malady takes too strong a hold. JUYOVAN Rupture Cured. By the latest medical discovery without pain, cutting, loss of time or any of the dangerous injections. Lost vitality, Loss by dreams fully restored and all private diseases of both sexes, blood, skin, rheumatism, piles, stricture bladder, kidney, Hydrocele Varicocele in old and so called incurable cases cured, Urine examined chemically and microscopically. Consultation and advice free. DR. CZARRA, 317 6th St and 494 La. Ave. N. W. Telephone East 21 F. The Hotel Brunswick, 285 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., AND 220 B. ST., N.W On European Plan. First Class in Every Particular. J. G. VAN BRACKLE, PROPRIETOR, WASHINGTON, D. C. ILLUSTRATION ST CUIS MADE OF ANY THING, BY ANY PROCESS. FINE WORK AT LOW PRICES THE Maurice Joyce Engraving Company EVENING STAR BROADWAY WASHINGTON W. H. FISHER DYER AND CLEANER, 709 9th St. n. w Washington 1407 14th St. n w Telephone 1152. City Paragraphs. --- Mrs. Mittle Martin is in New York. There is talk of a "smoker" at the popular Metropole Club. Miss Phyllis Church Terrell is to enter one of the kindergarten schools. Mrs. J. Silone-Yates spoke last week in Philadelphia, New York City and elsewhere. A boat under Negro management seems to be an assured thing for the coming season. Dr. Lucy E. Moten was in Philadelphia last week the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Needham. Miss Louise and Carrie Harlan were delightfully entertained during their visit to Philadelphia. Every week many columns of interesting and important matter is crowded out of The Colored American. Miss Lizzie Harris of Williamsburg, Va. is in the city, the guest of Mrs. Wm. Burrwell Jr. of 11th st. n. w. Mr. Bernard H. Baggett is doing a thriving business in undertaking and embalming at 1823 L street northwest, succeeding to much of the custom formerly held by the late M Kenzie Scott. The retirement of Miss Estel'e V. Hedgeman from the Censns office, leaves Mrs. James H. Hayes, as Virginia's sole representative upon Director Merriam's clerical force. The Personal Liberty League Club is making further efforts to have its license granted. Application has again been made to the District Commissioners and the excise board. Several new appointments of colored printers have been made at the Government Printing Office, among them T B Bradley, Thad Cole, Lawrense Barrett and John T. Haskins. William Payne, of Philadelphia, owner of a prosperous cafe there, was in the city last week. He came down to escort this mother, Mrs Snsan Payne, for a visit to Mrs. William Kennedy, of Madison street northwest. It is very seldom that men of large means turn aside from money making to give their lives and large fortunes to the work of soul saving. This, Charles N. Crittendon, the rich New York merchant has done. Since Moody, he is unrivalled as an evangelist. Everybody will doubtless seek to hear him. Afro American Council day was observed last Sunday at the Second Baptist Lyceum, Hon. George H. White presided and delivered a ringing address. Tomorrow will be Pen and Pencil Club day. Easter Sunday will be "S. Coleridge Taylor Day" and the elaborate program will be given in the main auditorium. Mrs J. Silone-Yates, president of the Notional Association of Colored Women, was, during her stay in Washington, the guest of Mrs. Isabel Howard of Howard University, and the recipient of many social favors. Among those who added to Mrs. Yates enjoyment may be mentioned: Mesdames John F. Cook, Mary Church Terrell, Gaskins, Grimke, A. E. Murray, Bailey, A. J. Cooper, John R. Francis, Rosetta E. Lawson, A. W. Tancil, N. Sprague; Misses A. V. Thompkins, Lottie Wilson, members of the Women's League, Treble Clerf and many others. 911 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE OPTICIANS. WASHINGTON, D. C. T. F. Conroy & Co. Distiller's Agents & Wholesale Dealers in Foreign and Domestic Wines AND Liquors 1421 and 14211 P Street, N. W. MRS. D. T. GIBBONS. WHOLESALE MANUFACTURING and RETAIL CONFECTIONER. 523 4½ Street Southwest, WASHINGTON, D. C. Wedding Cakes Made and Parties Furnished at Short Notice Ice Cream All Year Round HARRY G LENZ. HUGO LOSSAU LENZ & LOSSAU. Successors to CHARLES FISCHER. SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS. Trusses, Crutches, Syringes, Cutlery Artificial Human Eyes, Elastic Hosiery, Abdominal Supporters Rubber Goods of Every Description. 623 SEVENTH ST. NORTWEST, Opposite Patent Office WASHINGTON, D. C. Competent Lady Attendant. R·I·P·A·N·S ONE GIVES RELIEF. The modern standard Family Medicine: Cures the common every-day ills of humanity. TRADDE RIPPAN'S ABULER MADE SANTAL-MIDY Standard remedy for Gleet, Gonorrhoea and Runnings 48 HOURS Cures Kid- ness and Diadder Troubles MIDY THE HOTEL HOWARD UNIVERSITY Washington, D. C. EN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, reparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and fusical. For information address— Rev. J. E. RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., President, GEO H SAFFORD, Secretary THE NATIONAL COLORED Teachers Bureau. 459 C St., N. W. Washington, D. C. TEACHERS WANTED. AVELY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Platering, Painting and Interior Dcorations. Tailoring, Dress-making, Millinery, Voice Culture and Piano Forte. Literary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Solicited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. Unusual advantages for Girls and a separate building. Fall terms begins Sept. 9th, 1901. Address JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Allegheny, Pa. Principal. NORTHWEST BREAD COURTS Everybody Eats CORBY'S "MOTHER'S" BREAD. It is easily the best bread in the world. It is pare and wholesome and is the greatest strength food you can eat, Mothers Bread is sold in over a thousand grocers in this city. Try it. Corby's Modern Bakery A RACE MAGAZINE. Do you realize that there is published in Boston, Mass., a high grade illustrated magazine, devoted exclusively to the interests of the Negro race, and which is edited, published and controlled by members of the race? If you would like tc see a sample copy of this magazine same will be sent you on receipt of 8 cents in stamps, or one year for $1.50. Address. THE COLORED AMERICAN MAGA ZINE. Dept. A; 5 Park Square, Boston, Mass. 16 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., S. 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. Wm. H. Saunders & Company, 1407 F. St. N.W. City Paragraphs. The Orpheus Glee Club has come to stay The sun is shining on both sides of the street. Washington's new union station is to be a beauty. A big discharge at the Census Office is booked for March 31 The cold wave caused the premature light overcoat to go to the rear. Go to the nearest news stand and get the next issue of The Colored American, tf. Miss Minnie A. Neal of Falls Church, Va., is seriously ill at Providence Hospital. Send your news early in the week as The Colored American goes to press Wednesday night. Rev. G. W Lee is helping in the revival work of Shiloh Baptist church over in Alexandria. Rev. W. V. Tunnell, head of King Hall, preached at St. James church, Baltimore last Sunday. Alexandria has a Roosevelt cafe, corner Queen and Fayette streets, operated by B F. Lucas. Mr J. S Johnesu, of Ohio, and Mr. G W. Parker, of Nebraska, have parted company with the Census Office. Pastors Garner, Nixon and Brown are wisely uniting their forces towards saving souls and deepening the work of grace in their own and other churches. The Porter's Association will give its first grand ball at Odd Fellows Hall, Thursday evening, April 10th. The Monumental Orchestra will furnish the music. Mrs. Lottie E. Wilson is organizing an Art Students League, which will enter the National association of Colored Women. Mr. Wm. H. Scoggins is manager of Billy Peyton, champion pugilist of Washington. He took a jolly crowd to Baltimore last Wednesday night. The senior class of the High School will render the drama 'Ivanhoe' next Thursday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock. Elaborate preparation is being made for the event. The S journer Truth Home for Friendless Girls is now affiliated with the National Association of Colored Women, through the management of Miss Mattie R. Bowen. Col. W. A Pledger, the veteran leader and politician of Georgia is in the city. He is giving satisfaction as chairman of the Republican State Central Committee of Georgia, THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. The J. B. Rock Manufacturing Co. at 214 and 216 John Marshall Place has just received a full line of the latest stock in coffins, caskets and undertakers' supply. This company has recently been incorporated with a capital stock of $25 000. Mr. Thomas W Allen, of Chicago an orator of note has been restored to the rolls of the Census Office—a just and proper act on the part of Director Merriam. Lieut. E. R. Gaither of New Jersey and W. R. Patterson of Texas, hrve also been reinstated. Col. James W. Gray, of Gray and Costley, is expected in the city today or early next week. He has spent two months at Palm Beach, Fla., taking advantage of the southern climate and returns to his post of duty in the pink of condition. He has arrived. The illustrated hand book of Howard University, published this week tells in at ractive form the story of the schools great work, and reflects credit upon every one contributing to its pages. An adaance copy reached us through the courtesy of Prof. W. H. Richards, The inspection drill by the High School Battalion at Center Market Armory drew out an immense crowd of our best people. Major Robert Mattingly commanded. The boys all drilled finely and looked well, and were com- mented by General Harries First honors went to Company C. Bethel Literary and Historical Association was highly edified Tuesday by a paper, presented by Rev B. J. Bolding, pastor of John Wesley A M E. Zion church. The subject: "The Indebtedness of Modern Literature to the Bible" was handled in scholarly style. Rev. M. W. Clair, formerly presiding elder of this district of the M. E. Connection, succeeds Rev. I. L. Thomas as pastor of Asbury church. He is a preacher of excellent ability and has had a successful record as a financier Dr. Thomas goes to Baltimore. The congregation of Metropolitan A M E. church is highly pleased with the administration of Rev. D. G. Hill, who fluishes his first year's work next month. There is no doubt of his retention here as the church is united in its demand for his continuance. Letter Carrier John R. Russell is no longer connected with the post office department. His unexpected retirement is sincerely regretted by his ho t of friends and acquaintances not one of whom believe him guilty of any wrong doing. A re-instatement is possible if the authorities can be induced to reopen the case. Goes to a Larger Field. Mr. C. H, Bullock, a most aggressive and successful pedagogue of Charlottesville, Va.. has accepted the secretaryship of the Y. M. C. A. with headquarters at Brooklyn, N. Y. where he went to take charge last week. Mr. Bullock has represented The Colored American in Charlottesville for the past four or five years and is a vigorous and forceful writer. He will take to his new duties a most practical and excellent equipment. BEAR IN MIND. Palm Sunday March the twenty-third. Good Friday, March the twenty-eighth. Easter Sunday, March the thirtieth. The holy days will be appropriately observed by all the churches. A COSTLY LOVING CUP. Now on Exhibition at Gray and Costley's, 1818 E St. N. W. Mr. James W. Gray, of Gray and Costley's, who has been at Palm Beach, Fla., for the past two months has returned to the city and is back at the old stand again. Mr. Gray was a high official at the Hotel Royal Ponciana, where more than 800 waiters were employed to entertain the wealth and aristocracy of America. Palm Beach is indeed the Mecca where the wealthy go to seek rest, recreation and a warmer clime. Mr. Frederic Allen, of New York, the headwaiter, gave such satisfaction to the guests and was so popuwith the men under him that last week a movement was inaugurated to make some kind of substantial presentation to him in appreciation of his services and popularity. The gift was a loving cup which cost $125. Speak,ng of the event the Palm Beach Daily News says: "The presentation speech was made by J T. Butier of the law department of Howard University, Washington, D, C., and was said to be very elquent, showing in what esteem the need waiter is held by those in his department. Those on the committee were: J McLane, E: Leubitue, H. McKinney, M. Saunders, C. Banks and J. W. Gray. The cup was purchased of Greenleaf and Crosby, and represented $125, which means much." Mr. Gray has brought this cup as a souvenir from the Florida everglades, and it is now on exhibition at Gray and Costley's, 1313 E street, n. w." The Boys Doing Well. When The Colored American an nounced some weeks ago that active boys and girls could make money by selling The Colored American every Saturday, quite a number of bright youngsters took it up. Some of them are doing very well indeed and are increasing their orders Every parent who had a bright boy or girl should encourage him or her to put in their spare time on Saturday working up a route of customers for The Colored American. A good boy can make from one to two dollars every Saturday. Afro American Council day was observed last Sunday at the Second Baptist Lyceum, Hon. George H White presided and delivered a ringing address. Tomorrow will be Pen and Pencil Club day. Easter Sunday will be "S. Coleridge Taylor Day" and the elaborate program will be given in the main auditorium. COLORED MAN'S ONLY CHANCE TO MAKE MONEY. THE SALMON CANNERY BUSINESS on the Pacific Coast is the only business on earth that offers a sure and SAFE INVESTMENT with the largest dividends annually that was ever paid by any known corporation. Several well known Afro-Americans in the City of Seattle, Washington have known this and have taken good blocks of stock in the only company that has ever offered the small investor a chance to get in this business. This Company is at this writing selling One Dollar shares at 15 cents per share or $15 per hundred. All Afro-Americans reading this, take notice that the next block goes at 25 cents per share, so if you want to make that 10 cents in advance write today which will entitle you to the 15 cent rate. Send for particulars to the INTER-STATE FISHERIES COMPANY, 302-303 Pacific Block, Seattle, Wash. CURES DRUNKARDS SECRETLY FREE PACKAGE OF THE ONLY SUCCESSFUL CURE KNOWN FOR DRUNK. 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Any person sending us one dollar in a letter of Post-Office money order, express money order of registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you want it sent C. O. D. it will come by express 25c. extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Broad Street RICHMOND, V. SANJA-MIDY Standard remedy for Gleet, Gonorrhoea and Runnings 48 HOURS Cures Kidney and Bladder Tragus. 2 A. M. E. MINISTERS Their Influence Upon Race Progress to be Recorded by Mr Ralph W Tyler-Story of How The Work Came to be Inaugurated One of the brightest writers in the country is Mr. Ralph W. Tyler, who holds a responsible position upon the staff of the Columbus Daily Dispatch. He is well-posted upon the general history of the race in church matters, as well as in the arena of politics, business, education and journalism. We are pleased to note that the versatile Mr. Tyler has been associated in the work of preparing the Encyclopedia of A. M. E. Ministers. It is claimed that this work will show unmistakably that the A. M. E. industry has been the strongest force at work, and has exerted the most potent influence in the wonderful advancement of the American Negro. As J. H. Ralph W Tyler no one connected with the work is connected directly or indirectly with the A. M. E. church, in making good this claim for the A. M. E. ministry, the charge of coloring or favoritism cannot possibly be made. This Encyclopedia is exciting considerable interest in the ministry of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, and the question among them is who and how many will measure up to a standard sufficiently high to appear in this work. A New York gentleman who happened in Washington the other day related the story of how it came that such a work was projected. He stated that it really was the result of a wager between two wealthy white gentlemen, one from the West and the other from the South, who happened to be dining together at the Waldorf, New York city During the conversation the subject of the colored man came up, the gentleman from the South making the remark that the Southern whites were the Negro's best friend, and had educated him. The wealthy Western gentleman took exceptions to this statement, saying that those colored men who had not educated themselves had been educated by Northern money, and in the conversation that ensued declared that the advancement of the colored man, in the last quarter of a century, was due to the ministers of the A. M. E. church, and that he could prove it; that organization contained more black brains than all other organizations put together. The result of it all was the Western millionaire agreed to collect together all the A. M. E. ministers who had accomplished something, and when collected it would show that this ministry was in the majority. It was stipulated that no man connected with the A. M. E. church should be engaged in the preparation of the work. This occurred last summer. The next question with the Western millionaire was the selection of the man who should have charge of the work. He preferred to have a colored man as editor, but who? Many names were canvassed for the work, and finally the Western millionaire visited Mr. Tyler, presented his plan and made him a proposition. He was given a week to consider it, at the end of which time he declined the offer, stating that he did not care to give up his position on the Columbus Evening Dispatch staff, and the THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. work was too great to be accomplished, in the length of time allowed, in connection with his work on the Dispatch. A second proposition was made him, extending the time for completion, and carrying with it a handsome increase in salary. Mr. Tyler finally accepted and went to work, still retaining his position on the Dispatch. It is estimated that the expense attached to getting out the work will be in the neighborhood of over $25,000, quite $20,000 of this being for the mechanical labor, all of which the Western millionaire furnishes. The edition is to be limited to 10,000 copies, and if placed on the market, it will be simply by subscription, and the charge per copy being only sufficient to cover the mechanical cost. For instance if the mechanical cost of 10,000 copies is $20,000 the price per copy will be $2, the salary of Mr. Tyler and his assistants not to be considered or estimated in the cost, but borne by the Western millionaire. In fact, he is to put up the money for the entire costs. An iron-clad agreement was made that his name should not be mentioned, for the reason, as he stated it, "If my name is known in connection with furnishing funds for this work, my life will be made a burden by hundreds of people and organizations importuning me for donations, to churches, colleges, societies and what not." When the work is completed, however, the name of the wealthy gentleman, who by the way is a great friend of the race, and has proved his friendship on many occasions, that made this work possible, will be made public. The gentleman who related this story to THE COLORED AMERICAN, further states that he knows it is the intention of this millionaire benefactor, should the entire ten thousand copies be sold, to donate at least one third of the money received from the sale to the A. M. E. church as a fund for aged and superannated ministers. It is believed, should the consent of the backer of this project be secured to make the edition 20,000 instead of limiting it to 10,000, he would gladly, and cheerfully donate fully one-half of the proceeds for the purpose named. It is believed, at the proper time, Mr. Tyler will make this suggestion. A sufficient sum might be accumulated, in this way, to furnish comforts for many an old minister who has grown gray in the cause, for not one in a hundred when he reaches the age when infirmities of age renders him incapable of active pastorage has sufficient to live comfortably. THE GOSPEL OF WORK me then as being supplied with unusual common sense, a broad and informed mind, a well-grounded and clear-visioned man. My larger and closer experience has proven the correctness of that early estimate. Intellectually, he is unencumbered with any useless learning and is singularly free from all fads and crankisms. Reaching from humble beginnings a position of power and distinction as journalist, lawyer and diplomat by toilsome and faithful application he has never forgot the pit-falls and obstacles he has so successfully overcome, which is at once the menace and the glory of any young man starting life in a civilization like ours. John Durham began life under condi- tions peculiarly American. His parents were honest, hard-working, respectable and poor. He "worked" his way through school and college. His whole career spells work. The career of Lincoln, Garfield, Blaine and Garrison are at once suggested in this respect. His life has been free of romance. It has been work! work! work! He is a native Philadelphia, and at an early age showed a natural aptness for his studies. He went through the public schools in order, graduating at the Institute for Colored Youths—that school made famous by Mrs Fannie Jackson-Coppin. The following year he began teaching holding many positions of prominence in the public schools of Pennsylvania, Maryland and New Jersey. After preparing for College he entered the University of Pennsylvania, where he took a five year's course in science, graduating with the degree of Bachelor of Science. He also took a post graduate course in civil engineering. While at the University he was editor-in-chief of the University Magazine, a position he filled so ably that he attracted the attention of the leading journalists of the country. Leaving the University, he went to the reportorial staff of the Evening Bulletin, and in a short while was promoted to an Associate Editor's desk. I shall let the Public Ledger and the Bulletin speak of his work as a journalist. The first is a journal established by the late George W. Childs, which still enjoys international reputation because of its high quality and standing as a conservative newspaper. These editorial tributes came as an echo to the selection of Mr. Durham by President Harrison as United States consul to Santo Domingo. Said the Bulletin: "Mr. John S. Durham, who has been for about five years connected with the editorial staff of the Evening Bulletin, has resigned in order to accept the appointment of United States consul at San Domingo * * * The President has made no better appointment than this one. Mr. Durham is a young gentleman of excellent education, acquired by his own labor, extensive reading, quick intelligence, the purest integrity and most honorable aspirations. Manly, but modest, he has commanded the respect of every intelligent gentleman with whom he has been brought in contact. He was most faithful and industrious in his work as a journalist, but in his spare time he devoted himself to the interests of the colored race in Philadelphia, organizing workingmen's clubs and other useful associations, encouraging his friends to strive for education and to make themselves by industry and good habits thoroughly fit for the privileges of American citizenship. The proprietors of this paper lose in him a most faithful and agreeable worker. While regretting his departure, they feel confident that in his new sphere of duty he will prove a useful Government officer and a creditable illustration of what, amid many difficulties of an extraordinary character, may be accomplished by an earnest and honorable young man." Said the Public Ledger: "The Ledger would entirely agree with the Evening Bulletin in its statement that President Harrison 'has made no better appointment' than that of Mr. John S. Durham to the post of consul at San Domingo if it were quite assured that the appointment did not move the recipient from a greater to a lesser sphere of usefulness. The President is, of course, quite right to secure for the Federal service the very best character and talent obtainable, and in this instance he has done it to a conspicuous degree, as Mr. Durham is not only a man of ability, but of exceptionable character. But Mr. Durham has been among his own people in Philadelphia, and only he probably knows how hard and with what good results he has worked with and for them. Others know something, not all, of the earnest manly zeal he has persistently shown in his endeavors to improve their condition, physically, mentally, morally and socially. He has been one of the most practicable educators among them, and so unselfish, energetic, intelligent and modest has he been as to compel not only the respect and admiration of his colored, but of his white brethren as well. Mr. Durham is universally esteemed not only as an unobtrusive, sincere helper of his race, but as a citizen and editor. For five years he has been upon the editorial staff of the Evening Bulletin, and in that position has established his reputation as a capable, public-spirited and honorable journalist. * * * The only question is, Do not his people and journalism lose more than the country gains by his transfer to the consular service? Nothing but praise is due the President for his desire to secure for that service a man of Mr. Durham's acquirements and respectability, but his departure will still be regretted by those who know with what high purpose and effectiveness he has labored in this city for the public generally and for his own people particularly." He made a reputation as a diplomat. Returning home in '94, he had barely landed before he had re-entered his old Alma Mater to resume his legal studies which had been interrupted by his absence as a diplomatic officer. 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Occasionally we still hear echoes from the Roosevelt-Washington dinner. Industry and economy are the strongest petitions for equal rights in any land. The wind blew "great guns" one day last week. W. J. Bryan was in town. If you wish to make an egotist endurable, compel him to associate for a season with one of his own type. Feeble imitation of the rich deceives no one, if you are poor. Be what you are until you can really be what you wish to be. The virus of common sense ought to be the most effective material for vaccination, but, unfortunately, it is the slowest to "take." Baltimore beats the world in changing the names of its newspapers. The erstwhile Republican Guide now comes forth as The Lancet. Social equality can never be a live issue. It is a purely personal matter, to be settled time after time, by the in dividuals concerned. The white man may not rend his garments helping Negroes, but he puts nothing in the way of their helping one another. Try it awhile. The time to tell a man the truth is when he is strong enough to bear it. Isn't the Negro about lusty enough to be told some disagreeable facts? People who are eternally changing their habitat are not worth much, or the interests they could serve would not willingly permit them to leave. Although many individuals are mis judged, the man who can hold popular approval under a searching investigation, is a pretty safe person to trust. If is noticeable that those Negroes who complain loudest about the oppressions of race prejudice, are too lazy to deserve even the support of their own people. Business discipline is as important a part of education as the rule of three. Punctuality, diligence, accuracy and conscientiousness are prime factors in the problem of success. British reverses in South Africa demonstrate that whipping an enemy upon his own ground is just as dangerous as going up against a game the other fellow brings with him. Why are colored people so noisy? THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. It is unfortunate that a Negro church, shop, saloon or school is too often known by the volume of sound that rolls out upon the ambient air. White barbers in Minnesota have seen a great light and no longer refuse to shave Negroes. One Lawyer Charles L. Scrutchin changed their minds by going into court and getting a stiff judgment for being refused on account of color. The white man's pocket is his vulnerable spot. The Colored Citizen is justly indignant because of the method taken by the Emanuel Episcopal church, of Memphis, Tenn., to wipe out the color line. The said church has called a white priest. Rev. J. L. Burns, to its pulpit, when a dozen talented young colored theological graduates could have been easily secured The Mission of Music Conti- ued from first page. sing for herself and husband. This he did, and for the first time in his life recognized that his talent lay wrap in his voice. While in the West he received much encouragement from these white friends. Three years ago Mr. Haston came East and settled in Philadelphia and since that time he has sung occasionally, but to no great advantage. He felt it his life work to pursue a course in music and have his voice cultivated. He entered the Temple College, where he is now, the only colored student in that branch. He has made rapid progress during his course of study and has won the praise of the professors, writing on the pages of the history of that institution a reputation that shall never be obliterated, but shall forever stand and posterity will be able to read and see what he has done with his talent. Mr. Haston is a very energetic young man; very modest when spoken to concerning his musical ability, nevertheless he is fast approaching a goal which has not been reached by many of our young men. In a recent musicale given by the students of the Temple College, Mr. Haston was the only person of color who took part in the program, and when his number was reached and he arose and made his appearance, he neld the audience spellbound and when finished, the auditorium echoed and re-echoed with applause. He has a rich baritone voice and sings with perfect ease, touching the innermost soul of man. Mr. Haston will assist Prof. Robinson in his next recital at All Saints' Church on March 16th. We are so glad to see some of our young men taking an interest in things of higher nature and spending their earnings in such a beneficial way as the culture of voice. For no matter what effort they put forth, it will not be in vain, for as the poet plainly tells us— "I breathed a song into the air, It fell to earth, I know not where; For who has sight so keen and strong, That it can follow the flight of song. Long, long afterwards in an oak I found the arrow still unbroke, And the song, from beginning to end, Mrs. H. I. Shriner, assisted by her sisters, the Misses Walker, entertained at their home, the Executive Board of the Christian Endeavor and the Eureka Circle of their church, on last Monday evening. After the business was transacted, the guests were invited to the dining room where a delicious luncheon was awaiting them. A very spicy toast was given by Mr. J. Jarriet Johnson, and others, after which the guests departed feeling they had spent a very pleasant evening. The Philadelphians are waiting anxiously for the arrival of April 4th, when the Aeolian Mandolin and Guitar Club of Washington, D. C., will be with us. The Promenade Concert at the South Broad Street Auditorium promises to be very fine. Quite a few entertainments will be given for our Washington friends during their short stay. St. Thomas P. E. Church was crowded on last Sunday to hear the Organ Recital by Mr. Chas. Rechman, organist of Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, assisted by Mrs. Ida Chestnut, Miss Ida Burrell and the church choir. The music was en- chanting and the selections by Mrs. Chestnut, "Rock of Ages," and Miss Burrell's "If God Be for Us Who Can Be Against Us" (from the Messiah), are indeed worthy of note. These ladies are both well known to the Philadelphia public and they certainly increased the admiration of the music-loving populace. When the musicale was finished everyone turned towards their homes feeling that much had been gained by such a treat. Mr. John S. Trower was installed for the eighth consecutive term as the Superintendent of the Cherry Street Sunday School. This is one of the largest schools in the city and to be the head of such an intelligent body of young people, shows there are wonderful capabilities in the man. Miss Hattie Williamson, of the Atlantic City schools, spent a few days at home. Rev. Hamilton, of Steelton, Pa., is in the city, conducting a revival at one of our churches. Miss Lucy Moten, of Washington, was in our city last Sunday, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. J. Needham. A MISSIONARY CALL. Secretary Jordan's Easter Appeal to the Baptists of The Nation. The Foreign Mission Herald, published by the Foreign Mission Board of the National Baptist Convention, for March, contains an excellent program for Baptist Foreign Mission day, to be observed on Easter Sunday. The spring rally was organized in 1896 and that year they raised little over $300, and five years later—Easter of 1901, they raised more than $1,500. Of course this is a poor showing when compared with the African Methodists, one-third the size of the Baptists, who on the same day raised more than $11,000. It will always be so, unless our Baptist friends rally together like other church organizations officered and supported by members of the race. Dr. Jordan, the energetic and tireless secretary of the Baptist Foreign mission work, is doing his part, and if the program is observed, aside from the money so much needed to carry on the work, much will be done to make the future Baptist churches missionary indeed. It is to be hoped that every preacher, superintendent or officer of a Baptist church who reads THE COLORED AMERICAN, will see that their churches join in observing the day. Programs in any quantity may be had by writing to Rev. L. G. Jordan, 718 West Walnut street, Louisville, Ky. March 30th should be a great missionary day among Negro Baptists. THE GOSPEL OF WORK Concluded from Second Page. Philadelphia bar he had sailed again to Santo Domingo to undertake the management of the largest Sugar Estate in the West India Islands. In five years he was home again wrestling with Blackstone and winning a murder trial that brought commendation of the bench and bar of his native city. Life in the tropics ripened the man; his character was formed. It may have deepened since then, but it has not changed one whit. Still full of struggles, some honors, but ever the daily increase of relentless toil. In all this time he has been much in the literature of the day. His productions have found access to the columns of the Atlantic, Lippincott's, and the foremost American periodicals of constructive thought and opinion. As a writer he is free of demagoguery. He writes things down as they are. He "thought straight and saw clear" and expresses himself with nervous energy and simple directness. There is no pandering to flattery; no fads or frailities. It is always honest, stimulating, pure English, the kind that enlists the sympathies of the lover of good literature, by its scholarly treatment and its courteous tone. On rostrum, in newspaper, wherever his talents are engaged he is always the gentleman. He has sustained "the dignity of the situation" in every position he has thus far filled; and he faces a future in the fields of literature that is full of hope and promise. THOS. WALLACE SWANN. Philadelphia, March 10,1902. 3 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 Penusylvania 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, eigh years old. Full quart $1 00: ...C. H. NAUGHTON... LIQUORS AND SEGARS FINE WINFS. Harper & Wilson a specialty. 1926 Fourteenth St., Northwest. 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It is manned by a physician whose care in difficult operations is unexcelled and whose treatment of a patient is as gentle as a lamb, but when a medico's practice grows so large and the demand for his personal presence is so insistent, the wisest thing for the Man-on-the-Corner and all others to do, when they see Dr. John R. Francis heave into sight, is to get out of the way. He is the only colored physician using this mode of locomotion. Dr. Francis is indeed a busy man, and his general practice, covering much territory, is enough to occupy the waking J. Dr John R. Francis hours of the average individual. In addition to this, however, he conducts at 2112 Pennsylvania avenue, a commodious sanitarium, where are found every convenience and appliance necessary to the treatment of any known disease. The offices are finely furnished, the operating rooms are elaborately equipped with modern tables, chairs, and instruments and the bed chambers are light, airy and cheerfully arranged. Patients are boarded and kept as long as may be expedient and the nurses are well-trained in their duties. The Doctor is public-spirited to the last degree, and is quick to see the shortest route to the accomplishment of any object of racial benefit. His executive ability was well demonstrated during his stay at Freedmen's Hospital, during a large part of which time he was in full charge. Our churches, schools, business departments and social circles all feel the uplifting influence of Dr. John R. Francis and his splendid family. Gossipers are sometimes right, although "most in generally" wrong. Just now the storm center of journalistic gossip hedges about the future presidency of the well-known Pen and Pencil Club. The incumbent presiding officer is Prof. L. M. Hershaw, a young man of brilliant parts, who has earned a firm place in the public eye as a news writer and general scholar. He was the choice of the founders of the club, and his administration has been so successful that whoever follows him will have to do some tall hustling. The annual election occurs in May, but speculation is already rife as to the succession. It is understood that Mr. Hershaw positively declines to stand for re-election and First Vice-President Thompson, next in line of promotion, states that under no circumstances will he be a candidate. Mr. Paynter, next in line, is non-committal, and Messrs. Cobb and Slaughter are apparently satisfied to remain as secretary and treasurer. The men who are said to be actual aspirants are Mr. W. L. Houston, acting head of the governing board, and Mr. Robert Pelham, Jr., formerly editor of the Dis- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. trict Plaindealer, now corresponding secretary of the organization. Both deny that a presidential bee is buzzing in their respective bonnets, but neither has declined to rest in the "hands of his friends." The position may be useful to a president who is desirous of formulating public sentiment along lines in which he is particularly interested. Who knows but that Mr. Houston may not find the services of such a national press bureau potential in landing him high and dry this fall upon the B. M. C. Board of Directors of the National Grand Order of Odd Fellows, a place of power and influence? Michigan Afro-Americans have nothing worth mentioning under the Government. Why should not Mr. Pelham, one of our premier journalists, do a good work for the race—and incidentally for himself—by convincing the political leaders that the press of the country would act very kindly toward them in the coming Congressional fight, if a snug section chiefship could be found for him in the permanent census, or a nice timber agency could be marked out for him by the Interior Department? Mr. Menard has many friends and would be available, but he might not accept, as it is said he is not in favor of the dual method of administration, in which the president is a figure-head, J. Dr C. W. Childs. and the governing board the actual authority. He is of the opinion that the president should be ex-officio, the head of this board, as the responsibility lies primarily in the chief executive. Mr. Menard is one of the founders of the club. Some changes are expected in the governing board, and between now and May there is likely to be some vigorous, but friendly, "log-rolling," for vantage ground between the "factions." The fellows are all experienced politicians, and each is closely watching the sleeve of his neighbor. This may be all idle gossip, but it is the business of the Man-on-the-Corner to take note of what he sees and hears, and as you know, dear reader, there is nothing half so delightful as meddling in other people's affairs. Following up our discussion of last week upon the necessity for a Negro Business League here we are led to another interesting train of thought by the very timely and practical address of Dr. C. W. Childs, delivered off-hand a few Sundays ago at the Second Baptist Lyceum. Dr. Childs is an ardent race man, and is everything but a dreamer. He is up-to-date, wide-awake and has won a high place in the medical world by the legitimate method of conscientious work. He practices what he preaches and expects no man to do for him what he would not do for others. He has heard numerous complaints from colored men in business that they are not patronized by the race—that Negroes pass by colored groceries, shoe stores, drug stores and the like, to buy of a German, Irishman or Jew. The Doctor admits that much of the complaint is just and that our lack of cooperation is to be deplored; but, he urges us to face the truth and see if the case hasn't two sides. Business cannot be run on sentiment. The public is kind when it is able, but the head of a family must buy where he can buy to the best advantage—when he can get the most and the best for the least money. If the Irishman can sell sweet breakfast bacon at 15 cents a pound, the black merchant cannot sell an inferior mass of grease and bone for 18 cents. If the German or Jew can fit you with a nice easy pair of shoes for $3.00, you will not pay $4.00 to a Negro for a pair that will burn your feet and raise corn. Whether you deal with a doctor, lawyer, dressmaker or what not, you want proper service, and before a colored person can make loud complaint let him see that he gives value received on par with his white competitor. The Negro who asks for trade must take his chances in the open market, other things being equal and showing no prejudice against white merchants—for prejudice either way reacts in time—colored people should go out of their way to patronize our own class, because we need it most. Again, colored merchants and business factors should bid for white trade as well by offering the freshest products at the most moderate prices. We shall win when we live up to the same standards of business upon which the white American has made himself the master of the commercial world. To agitate, to instruct, to inspire our tradesmen along these lines is a work that is sorely needed and a strong business league is the force that must do it. Colored merchants must improve their stock and make their service more efficient. They must learn to buy to advantage in order to sell to advantage. The strength of a people is in their commercial power. Dr. Childs' address ought to bear fruit. He talked wisely and well. Let it add to the sentiment for a Negro Business League. It seems that the white women of the country vie with their Afro-American sisters in honoring Mrs. Mary Church Terrell. It is difficult for the Man-on-the-Corner to accurately unravel the skein of national and subordinate councils through which the fair sex bend their energies to the uplift of humanity, but it may be interesting to know that at the recent meeting of the National Woman's Suffrage Association, at the First Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Terrell had the unusual distinction of representing the Equal Suffrage Association of Washington (white), composed of four sub-organizations of noted memberships. The broad and liberal sentiment of these clubs is shown by the fact that on a secret straw vote to quietly develop preferences Mrs. Terrell was chosen delegate on the first ballot. It is no small honor to be a life member of the National American Woman's Suffrage Association, but at the last session Mrs. Terrell was enrolled as such upon motion of Mrs. E. A. Russell, a wealthy white lady of Minneapolis, Minn. The fee is $50, which Mrs. Russell promptly paid out of her own pocket. When our worthy women are so generously treated by the cultured and really representative people of the land, it is an encouragement for the entire race to work for self-improvement, and do you know, we are almost being brought to a point where we can sympathize with that poor, benighted class of white folks who are too mentally weak to free themselves from the degrading shackles of color prejudice. If Washington is afflicted with any pessimists who try to believe that all our Negro lawyers are failures they should drop into the cosy office of Barrister Joseph H. Stewart at 609 F street, northwest. He will be found up to his ears in business, preparing papers, consulting clients, or getting ready to represent somebody in the civil courts, to which practice he devotes himself exclusively, and with excellent financial results, both to himself and patrons. Late at night you will find him at home studying diligently the fine points of some intricate equity case that requires especial attention. He doesn't waste his time arguing politics nor have we ever heard that he posed as a "race (Continued on Fifth Page.) AMU3EMENTS. Announcement! --First Grand-- CHARITY RECEPTION OF THE Banneker Relief Association FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE DAY NURSERY, SOJOURNER TRUTH HOME AND HOME FOR FRIEND- LESS GIRLS: ..Convention Hall.. Corner 5 h and L Streets, Northwest, Friday April 4, 1902 MONUMENTAL ORCHESTRA. Admisson Tickets 50c CLAIRVOYANT AND ASTROLOGIST. Life from cradle to grave, Give names in full of those you have or will marry; causes happy marriage to those you desire; unites those separated (never fails). If you are in doubt as to the outcome of any undertaking in business, social or domestic life; sickness, divorces, separations, law suits, lost or absent friends intere Life from death to grave. 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Submi's Proof that the McKinley Industrial School Exists Purposes and How They are to be Made Effective Causic Reply to Crie EDITOR COLORED AMERICAN: In a recent issue of your journal a letter signed, "A Subscriber," asking the COLORED AMERICAN whether the "McKinley Industrial School," "existed" in Alexandria, and said writer presumed that some person "filled all the stations" and further your correspondent stated that the "people of Alexandria are getting tired of being imposed upon." At first I intended not to answer, your "Alexandria correspondent," but after a talk with several friends I concluded to answer this individual, whoever he may be. However, not for his benefit, but to place a short history of the school through the COLORED AMERICAN, to those who do not know of the work undertaken by me and associates. I doubt the "good faith" of your "Alexandria correspondent" in writing said letter, he or she did, when the information sought could as readily been obtained in Alexandria. The rise and progress of the McKinley School is as follows: I beg space for digession; Forty-nine years ago I was born in this city; have lived here ever since, but for the time spent as a pioneer teacher in the public free schools of Virginia, back in the seventies. Twenty-two years as an editor of colored newspapers—an experience that teaches me not to notice every article sent to newspapers under anonymous names, but to put this newly established individual work aright, your "Alexandria correspondent" may read this reply, and then he and all his kind will not attract any further notice from me. In 1894, with the co-operation of my brother, we organized an industrial school in this city, with a few indigent boys and girls. I became inspired in this work from reading of the efforts of Booker T. Washington, in Alabama. Later on, I wanted to hear and see Mr. Washington. I wanted him to come to Alexandria as my guest and speak under my auspices to the people of this city. Mr. Washington came and made a grand speech. I had invited the Hon. K. Kemper, the city superintendent of public free schools, a white Virginia gentleman, to introduce Mr. Washington. The place that Mr. Washington delivered his industrial message was in Roberts Chapel M. E. Church, and was introduced by Mr. Kemper. I listened intently to Mr. Washington, and, when he had concluded his golden words for industrial training, I resolved in my own mind, with the aid of my associates, to work with all my strength and mind to build up an industrial school in this city. My purpose then as it is now to "dig deep, aim high." Three years we struggled on. In 1898 we had the satisfaction to see the corner stone of our first building, which is located at corner of Montgomery and Patrick streets. That corner stone was laid in the presence of over one thousand Alexandria people. This school has an existence and still exists. On that occasion the speakers, white and colored, spoke in glowing terms of our work and bespoke for it the good wishes of all for its future. The mechanics went to work and soon our new building was finished and the main hall dedicated. In 1898 the Legislature of Virginia passed an Act of Incorporation (our late Senator Mushback being its patron) incorporating the John Hay Normal and Industrial School of Alexandria, Va., and "to hold fifty acres of land and property to value of twenty-five thousand dollars." Our board adopted the name for our school for historical reasons, that our pupils might study the life of Lincoln and his biography. After the dedication of our school building the emblem of liberty was to be raised over the school. Our honorable Mayor, Mr. Geo. L. Simpson, visited our school, and was given a hearty cheer by our seventy-five pupils then in attendance, as the Mayor with his own hands, hoisted "Old Glory" into place. Afterwards His Honor addressed the school, teachers and management, giving us all good and timely advice. This is an evidence that the school has an existence and exists now. The plant began to grow. Broom, laundry, and other industrial departments were opened. Fire and wind brought losses THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. to our work. Death claimed one of our stalwart trustees, the late John A Seaton. For want of money to meet certain liabilities, the work began to drag and several industrial departments were closed. The burning of our big barn, where a blacksmithing establishment was to be operated, was a serious loss. It has not been rebuilt as yet. Light and shadow played upon our work. Realizing all such work must demand great sacrifices, and we have made them, and are still making them, and while our efforts have been of some good to this community, I am reminded of what Prof. Wright said to General Howard, when he, Wright, was an humble student: "Tell 'em General, we are coming." I want to say that this industrial work I begun, is coming front, despite all anonymous writers, who would hurt the interests of dear old Alexandria, posing as they do to "expose wrong." To further show that this school has an existence (your Alexandria correspondent to the contrary notwithstanding) was a brilliant gathering of representative Negroes, seated upon the platform of the chapel room of the John Hay Industrial School, October 9, 1898, with every seat filled by Alexandria and visiting friends. Among the eminent colored men that graced this occasion were Mr. W. W. H. Carney, the hero of Fort Wagner; the learned John W. Cromwell, Esq., Major C. B. Fisher, a war veteran; the veteran journalist, W. Calvin Chase, who made complimentary speeches and saw with their own eyes the building wherein this school is growing step by step. It has an existence and exists now. On a later occasion the Rev. Geo. S. Duncan, a distinguished white Presbyterian divine of Washington, D. C., visited this school and made a flag address. At that time hundreds of Alexandrians were present. The school had an existence then. The school exists now and with the aid of those who are trying to build it up, being an absolute necessity to this community, it is sure to succeed in its mission, as the sun rises and falls, your "Anonymous Alexandria correspondent to the contrary, notwithstanding." I hold high personal endorsements anent this work, not of the usual, stereotyped formula, but from honorable, responsible officials of this city, business and private citizens, which I will not parade in this letter, but to those who are interested in this work upon pure and helpful motives I will take pleasure in showing to their entire satisfaction. I was chosen secretary of the John Hay Industrial School when it was incorporated, being one of its founders. I served as its secretary until December, 1901, when I was chosen its president. At the same time Rev. Robt. H. Robinson was elected and accepted the office of secretary-treasurer. Our secretary-treasurer, the Rev. Robert H. Robinson, is a gentleman who is one of the three surviving members who organized the Washington Conference, 1869. A Christian gentleman who has served acceptably every M. E. church of the Washington Conference in Washington city; a Christian worker who has served Roberts Chapel, where he too was born and reared, as steward, trustee, class leader, Sunday School superintendent, exhorter, local preacher and finally its pastor, and went out in 1864 as its only representative to join the First colored M. E. Conference which has made history for the race. A gentleman who enjoys the acquaintance, and being favorably known to men like Hon. John F.Cook, Dr. Purvis and a host of others of their standing; a race leader who was one of the first with late Henry Highland Garnett to organize the first convention in the South that asked for manhood suffrage; a lover of his people who run the gauntlet in ante bellum days to open ond teach a night school for boys or young men in Alexandria, when it called for the "lash" to teach a colored person; in short a gentleman whom no reputable citizen of this city, be he white or colored, who knows him, but speak in the highest terms of his veracity and sterling character. Our school is satisfied with its secretary-treasurer, Rev. Robert H. Robinson. This school began life in 1894, was incorporated by Virginia Legislature in 1898 and reincorporated 1902. On January 15, 1902, after a conference with former friends and others who propose to aid this work, it was decided to change the name of the John Hay School to that of the Wm. McKinley Normal and Industrial School, in honor of the memory of our great President. As American citizens and admirers of the great McKinley we had a right to name our work as we thought best, and especially as we were pleasing our friends. Our board did not ask the advice of your "Alexandria anonymous correspondent" or any of our enemies. Our friends approved of the change in name and the Virginia Legislature on February 20th, 1902, re-enacted our Act of Incorporation and changed the name to that of the Wm. McKinley Normal and Industrial School, with the same power of the Act of 1898. These facts show our school exists. It lives in the hearts of those who are trying to uplift the people. It has the support of its friends. It is gaining step by step the influence of people worth having. Its management is guided by the Golden Rule. I being one of its founders, this work is dear to my heart, and I wish I may live to see it developed fully in every department, and that the city of Alexandria—a historic spot, may become more noted for her colored industrial school. I am proud of being an Alexandrian, and "able to live and let live" and that as a colored man I help to support the current expenses of municipal and state government and the public free schools, by paying taxes on personal real estate, which can be easily ascertained by asking our city collector of taxes. The motto of our industrial school work is "Forward." MAGNUS L. ROBINSON, President Wm. McKinley Normal and Industrial School. Alexandria, Va., March 10, 1902. Pleads Not Guilty. Mrs. Ada Washington, being arraigned on a charge of shooting with intent to kill, plead not guilty, last week in Criminal Court No.1 Trial will come later. 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Special attention paid to Private Dinners, Lun- cheons, etc. Ladies' Dining Rooms up stairs. Ladies' Entrance to Cafe, 63 James St, Telephone 1840 D. Some Studies in Contemporaneous History by One Who Keeps His Eye Upon G%/e White House Portal. AT THE DOOR STEP MRS, JACKSON ON PRINCE HENR_Y'’S VISIT. Henry dat de Nunited ptates an ol. Evans is des taking up an’ down de kentry wid on speshal caws an’ spendin’ thousan’s of dollars fer?” asked little George Washington Simpson Jackson of his mother. “Humph,” snorted Mrs. Jackson, “ain't L done tole you, boy, dat dis heah Prince Henry done comed oyah heah frum Germ’ny on dat big wah ship ’Zol- lern an dat he ’tens fo he leaves dis heah kentry to make sich a ’preshun on us twell aftah he has gone we'll have to scratch ourselves to find out whether we js Dutch or still jes plain ’Mericans.’ You see, Honey, its jes like dis! .Dese heah big kenturies way ‘cross de sea. am jes larnin’ what a great, big dimo- cratic kentry dese Nunited State of ’Mer- ica is. So one day de Emp’rer of Germ’- ny he says to his bruther Henry: ‘Bruther Henry, you ’members readin’ somewhar "bout de Nunited States of ’Merica, don’ you?” An Henry he says, ‘Yes, it ‘curs to me I hab read some- thin’ bout it in my jorgaphy once.’ An de Emp’rer he says, lafin all de time an winkin’ de yuther eye, ‘Dem Nunited States of ’Merica des hates Roy’lty; da’s jes so all fiahd dimocratic dad da don’ no what to do wid demsel’s. Why da is so dimocratic dat even de niggers tink da is bawn’d free an ekel an has de imperdense to eat wid de President. So 1 think, Bruther Henry, dat you had bettah go ovah da an show dem dat yo nevah heah’d dat da had to use asbestos cloth to keep roy’lty from gittin burnt when it teched dem. Den da bof laf. Den de Emp’rer he say, Bruther Henry, I's gwine to write to de Nunited States an tell dem dat my bizness am too pres- sin’ fer me to leave home, but dat hm gwine to sen my deahly beluv’d bruther ovah to do de honahs fer me.’ And Henry he say, ‘How you tink dey gwine take dat self invitation?) And de Em- prer he say, ‘How dey take it? Law, Bruther Henry, you don’ no nothin’. Take it! Why dem ‘Mericans am jes so plum stock full of dimocracy dat da ‘1 jes fairly jump outer da skins to get de chance to ‘serve a real live Prince.’ An’ Henry he jes shake hes haid an’ say he don’ no. Well, Honey, in a day or two de Emp’rer he comed in wid a big smile all ovah his face an says, ‘Well, Brother Henry. I don’ tole you so. Dem Nu- nited States was so glad dat I took de neshiative an’ ‘vited you ovah dat da went to da Congress next day an Con- gress was jes so rip roarin’ glad dat da was gwine to be ‘low’d to fast da eyes on a roy'l prince dat had ’vited hisself to visit dem dat da jes ’propriated some- thin’ less dan a million marks rite on de spot to tote you ’roun ovah de kentry.” _ “Wah dat so, Mammy?” asked George. “Yes, indeed, Honey,” said Mrs. Jack- son. “Why we "Mericans was des so tickled dat it spread itself to de ’Meri- can eagle an he jes got so tickled dat he stan up on his hin’ toes an screeched fer deah life. But you bah in min’, Honey, dat we was only glad ’cause we would have a chance to show de Prince how |’ dimocratic we is an dat roy’Ity don cut no ice wid us. Well, Honey, he don |! comed, as you see. He landed in New] Yawk an’ all de New Yawkers an’ Mr. Anderson des laid da ’selves out fer him. | Den he jes switchedhisself on dat spe- |’ chul caw, what de Nunited States guv him, down heah to de cap’tol an de so- || jers da was all dah——” _“Wah da eny cullow sojers?” asked George. , “Chile,” said Mrs. Jackson, “Dese am || de Nunited States an’ everybody is : bawn'd free an’ ekel an’ de cullard so- Jers didn’t want to make it onpleasant for Prince Henry by showin’ dah dimocratic sperit an how much da hates roy'lty.; so, da jes takes de persunal privilege an’ goes to de President an says: ‘President THE COLORED AMERICAN >» WASHINGTON, D. C. Ge cullara sojers didn take no pant if receibin’ Prince Henry an’ dat’s d& reason. But de cullard sojers said dai da did’n want da chilluns to read in de histrys dat will be writ in time to com gat day ever 'sluted roy’lty.or bow’d th nee to Baal,.as it wah.” “But, Mammy, did’n no cullard peopl take paht in Prince Henry’s ’sepshun ?’ “Law, yes indeed, Honey,” said Mrs Jackson. “Why da jes lined his cah Dey blacked his boots, cleaned his cah made down his baid, and saw to hi: comforts ginnerally; indeed, chile, | specks dis very minit da is askin him i: he’ll have quail on toast or dimon back cerrapin. Yes, indeed, Honey, de cul- lard men wah dah. But to get back t my story. De Prince he comed to Wash- ington an’ de sojers da met him an cahied him to the German embasdry, anc sich gowin’s on. Den da presented hin to de President an’ de President he guy a big dinner—an’ ’skluded Ben Tillman— My! But it wah great. Den de Prince he went back to New Yawk an de New Yawk newspaper men da_ wined anc dined him an’ den da switched him back .o de Capital agin. When he gits back heah da takes him up to de Cap’tol an lets him see whar de Nunited States grinds out her declaration of inderpend- uns, an’ den he goes down to Mt. Ver- non an stans up before Gineral Gawge “Who, Mammy? De one I am named aftah?” says George. “Yes, Honey; de very same man. Well,, as | wah sayin,” resumed Mrs. Jackson, “he stood up befoh Gawge Washington’s tum—and it seems to me dat if Gineral Washington could a looked out an’ seed Col. Evans doin’ de han- som’ to a Dutch sojer he wuld a riz up in his anger an’ sed: ‘Let us strike out de preamble to de constushun of de Nunited States; let de stalrs and stripes trail in de dust, fer did I ever ’spect to see de day when a sojer of dese Nunited States fer which I fout, bled an’ died wild be totin’ a Dutch sojer aroun’.’ Well, Honey, da comed back from Washington’s an den de Prince he takes Je speshul cah dat de Nunited States suv him an skedaddles off to Shecago. Dar de Poles an’ Potter Palmer, an’ de Sweeds an’ de Dutch da des tell him dat le hull yearth is hissen if he ask fer it in’ he jes smiles an says he will wait well he gits home an’ let the Emp’rer isk fer it. Den da whisks him off down souf. Down to de bluddy battlefeels of Dixie. Down dah, Honey, whar da kills in quahters a nigger every day; whar »rejudy agin de nigger is so rampantish lat it jes stais up on its hine legs and airly dances de Virginia reel. Well, flown dah, Honey, de Prince stopped at Nashville an’ de cullard people frum dat ‘isk University da jes comes out smilin’ ak an’ ‘ranges daselvs in a surkle and welcomes Prince Henry wid some of lem good ole soul-stirring jubilee songs lat you ole gandaddy an’ you ole gran- nammy used to sing. An’ de Prince he wah des so tickled dat he jes axes de eadah right up in his cah an’ he shaks ier han an’ tells her dat he members veahing his bruther, de Emp’rer, tell 10w she sing when she wah in Germ’ny vid dem 'riginal jubilees some yeahs go. An’ de nigger-hating South it jes tans dah wid its mouf wide open an ats itself on de back an says, ‘See what maht niggers we has?’ An’ Prince tenry he jes shakes his haid an’ re- narks to hisself dat ‘dis am passin’ trange.’”” “Mammy, why did’n de Norf ask de ullard people to take paht in welcomin’ -rince Henry?” asked George. “Gawge,” said Mrs. Jackson, “You Mammy may be able to answer dat ques- ion nex’ week, but jes now she am not juite clar on de subjec herself.” See “A Case of Suspension ” Hieh Scho! class 1902 will present tye oomedy ‘A Case of Suspension” at Odd Fellows Baul, Saturday evsn- ing. April h. 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SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 1902 HOW TO GET ALONG. Negroes who study a question before they attempt to discuss it, do not lose their heads over this thing of how to get along with white people. The solution lies in the use of common sense, the show of good breeding and the evidence of personal worth. Human nature is pretty much the same the world over, the chief difference being the method of manifestation. We hear a great deal of talk that cringing is a necessary ingredient in the success of the Negro at the South—that the white southerner hates a manly black man. They also say that bluster and brag are a passport to respectful consideration in the North Neither are correct. To be respected anywhere a man must be a gentleman, and a gentleman does not cringe—nor does he make himself offensively obtrusive. Regard for the proprieties, adaption of one's self to conditions making the best of opportunities, honest industry and the accumulation of money, will command favorable results in every land under the sun. Indolence, vice, unreliability, general worthlessness—in a word, lack of charact r—will speedily eliminate any race or people from the equation of progress. Which course will the Negro choose? In the South, owing to the demoralizing influences of slavery, the moral sentiment is not as healthy as it would otherwise be and the problem is surrounded by peculiar embarrassments, but it will be noticed that the Negro who attends to his own business, works steadily, possesses average intelligence, avoids unnecessary strife with his neighbors and bears himself naturally, rarely has any trouble in getting along. The blusterer and brawler is not wanted in any section, and he can count on having trouble wherever he may abide, North or South. The jails are full of such fellows and the rope will continue to tighten on their necks in any community where the mob spirit is strong enough to override the officers of the law. White men do not like a fawning creature of any race, and the Negro who thinks he can win with them by obsequiously bending his knee, makes a big mistake. He merits and receives contempt. A clear view of our condition is essential to improvement and we violate no principle when we candidly point out our racial deficiencies or disadvantages, if the purpose is to stir us into more vigorous activity and to secure sympathy and help from the more fortunate. In handling our cause, and in our dealing with the white people, North, South, East or West, rich or poor, remember that manly qualities are universally appreciated and that a natural bearing, coupled with steady, patient and intelligent industry, will bring to us all that we are worth. Live so that you will last. Th se who thrive solely upon their wits are not long for any community. LET THE TRUTH BE TOLD. At last the republican majority in the House has decided to make a favorable report upon the Crumpacker resolution. The measure provides for a thorough inquiry into the election methods of the several states, and to discover if the equality of suffrage, guaranteed by the federal constitution, is violated anywhere. This is about as far as the proposed step will carry us but we are glad that there is a likelihood of the country knowing the truth. There has been so much cry of fraud and unlawful disfranchisement, as well as of partia ity towards whites as against blacks, in the matter of voting, that simple justice demands either a conviction of the accused or a clear acquittal. No one should be willing to rest under a foul misrepresentation. If all is fair and square, no one will be injured by an investigation, and with the cessation of crimination and recrimination between North and South as to alleged ballot trickery, we shall have a united country and sectionalism will give away to brotherly love. How dost thou like the picture? It is curious to note, however, that the entire bourbon press, led by the Washington Post, has all at once grown frantic in opposition to this very reasonable procedure. Gorman. Hill, Bryan and the whole outfit are yelling national ruin, bloody shirt, carpetbagism and Negro domination! They talk as if an honest inquiry was a bugbear of awful proportions, with a train of evils sure to follow in its wake. How can telling the truth produce such ill effects? How can an exposure of rottenness, with a probability of remedy, crush out the life of our republic? The howl of the southern bourbons certainly looks suspicious. To be serious, The Colored American, on general principles, is a republican paper, but it is not necessarily partisan, if its allies are in the wrong. The question now at issue is a delicate one, and susceptible to many constructions, but, in our opinion, the republicans are proceeding on right lines to return to the true principles of representative government Equality of suffrage is our corner-stone. This means that whatever qualification is imposed upon one citizen of a state shall be imposed alike upon every other citizen, regardless of color. The illiterates or paupers of both races must stand upon the same footing. We are willing to stand any restriction the white man can stand. This a fair and manly position. If a state wishes to reduce its electorate, its legislature can do so, but with the explicit understanding that a proportionate reduction may follow in its Congressional representation. The South. or the North for that matter, ought to choose which horn of the dilemma it will take. The Colored American is opposed to the reawakening of sectional or racial animosity, but we cannot consent to peace, with the heel of our adversary upon our neck. Give us only a man's chance, and we will abide by the result. We sincerely hope that this mad howl of bouronism will not shake the republican majority from its righteous stand. Let the truth be told, North and South, hurt whom they may. The most valuable helper in business is he who consults the highest interest of his employer. An exhaustive review of the courses of study offered by the law department of Howard University, supplemented by valuable statistics of the results achieved by its graduates, is given elsewhere. The author is Prof. W. H. Richards, the well-known scholar and legal authority. He has gathered facts heretofore unsought and otherwise unobtainable. Every scrap of testimony has been carefully authenticated, and the article, entertainingly presented, forms a priceless contribution to the history of Negro progress at the bar. The Negro has a fine opportunity at this time in our insular possessions. The men who are valued most highly in the public service are those who do not need the money. The death of Judge John P. Altgeld removes from public life one of the country's most picturesque figures. Our future lies in business, with politics merely as a bridge. Participation in governmental affairs is a means, not an end. If there is any good reason why the report of the Colored Normal school was omitted from the pamphlet of the general board of education an explanation should be made to the public. The Chicago Conservator keeps yelping at the heels of the editor of The Colored American. Barnett's reputation as a money grabber, legal shark, and journalistic adventurer ought to teach him to avoid the dangerous practice of thus calling public attention to himself. Once upon a time a pot called a kettle black—but who cared a rap? Only gentlemen can insult the editor of The Colored American. No gentleman has any reason to attempt it. Wedding Bells in Southland. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel T. B Carter, of Huntsville, Ala. issued invitations to friends to witness the marriage of their daughter Sophia Scruggs to Mr. R bert Morris Carver which took place Wednesday evening, March 19 h K-v E. C. Morris to whom Mr. Carver is private secretary, officiated. The happy couple will be at home after March the twenty-second at 211 Walnut st.. Helena, Ark. Rev Dr. Crapsey to Come Rev. Dr. Algernon S. Crapsey of Rochester, N. Y., aroused all Washington recently by a strong denunciation of the treatment accorded to the American Negro is to return here about the latter part of April. Rev O. M. Waller is perfecting arrangements to have the eminent tribune of liberty deliver an address at the Metropolitan Baptist church on R street, between 12th and 13th streets, northwest. This is The Prayer Submitted by The District AfroAmerican Council - Committee to See The President. The District Afro-American Council is waking up and has taken on new life after a brief rest. The president, Hon. George H. White is an untiring worker in any cause which engages his sympathies, and assisted by such energetic spirits as Messrs. Lawson, Hannon, Hannoe, Lacy, Rev. Walter H Brooks, Rev. George W. Lee and others, the cause is moving on. The recent public meeting at Vermont Avenue Baptist church was largely attended and after speeches by Mr. White, Prof. Lawson, Rev. George W. Lee, Register Lyons, T W. Allen and Lawyer J. H. Hayes, a collection of over $50 was taken to swell the fund to test the constitutionality of the suffrage laws of the South. A resolution was enthusiastically adopted to the effect that the bill introduced in the House of Representatives by Hon. Edward Morrell, at the present session of Congress, prohibiting railroad officials from separating passengers on account of race or color, is a just measure, and should be enacted into law at the earliest practicable moment; and we urge all patriotic and fair minded citizens, irrespective of race, color, or parity affiliation, to join with us in petitioning Congress to pass the Morrell bill at once. Another resolution was adopted deploring the cutting down of Negro clerks in the Census Office and urging their retention as far as possible, because of the prejudice that denies them opportunities in the business world. A committee to carry the action of the meeting to President Roosevelt, has been named as follows: Rev. Walter H. Brooks, Rev, J. Anderson Taylor, Rev. W. J. Howard, R. W. Thompson, Prof. Jesse Lawson, Samuel E. Lacy aud C. L. Marshall. Palm Sunday a: St. Luke's Tomorrow at Luke,s P. E. church, 15th and Madison streets, northwest, exercises will be as follows: Procession of palms and distribution of palms morning and night. Sepcial sermon by the Rector at 11 a.m. "Christ's reception by the field mob" Song service at 8 p.m. Recital and harmony of palms. Come early for a seat Sunday night. All seats free and unassigned at all services. Silver offering expected Sunday night. New Assistant Surgeons. Dr Charles I West is now assistant surgeon-in-chief at Freedmen's Hospital. The place pays $1500 a year. The ch ice is an exceeding y wise one, and everybody is satisfied that Dr. West will reflect great credit upon himself and the race. He has won many prizes for accurate medical knowledge. Another worthy appointment is that of Dr. W. A: Hughes as second assistant surgeon at $1.00 per annum. "Here's Looking at You Phil!" Charleston, W. Va., March 14, 1902. EDITOR COLORED AMERICAN: Your paper is the sweetest scented rose that has bloomed in the garden of journalism during the past and present century. Hope you will keep it up. Your critics may mourn, howl and bark but they disturb you less than the whisper of winds stir the leaves of the protesting forests and the murmur of waves that break on the complaining shores. Must stop for I find myself uncorking the rusty-hooped barrels of "hot-air." PHIL WATERS. SS eee THE COLORED AMERICAN. > WASHINGTON, PD. Cc. HOWARD'S LAW SCHOOL. A Comprehensive Review of it Scope and Benefits Income of Graduates, py PROF. WILLIAM H, RITHARTS. The Law, Department building occu pies one of the most central location pee city. It is situated on Fifth street between |ouisiana avenue and E streei caposite Judiciary Sauare, a public park ‘n which are located the Court Hous mt Pension Office. and s The structure, 25x90 feet, is thre gories in height and has a basement onl ; few fect below grade which is reache by a front area entrance. Broad ston steps, wit! ornamental brick buttresse capped with granite stone, lead to th main entrance of the building. The en tance projects from the face of th building with circular head and door en trance, richly trimmed with stone; an: on either side of the door stand ornz mental pilasters with Corinthian capita! supporting the arch. The front is laid up with pressed bric having ornamental and mounted bric lands, and the trimmings, such as sil courses, lintels and transom-bars, ar <2 ees . 8 aa 3 = ae oe See Py & Rois ie 4 ‘ . % = : = i Se Ae es - 3 Pe . SESE ES a ee > Prof. W, H Richards. of brownstone, dressed and rubbed. The large wall surfaces of the pieces and th high lintel courses over the window. give the building a massive but pleasing appearance. The copper cornice of @namental de- tail, surmounts the broad terra-cotta ineze, which has an ornamental panel nearly the entire width of the building, projecting hy mouldings from the face ofthe wall and with the scroll ornament of the face is intertwined the following inscription : Urganized 1807. | rected 1692. WM. M. EVARTS HALL. This inscription serves as a memorial of Gen. O. O. Howard and Hon. William M. Evarts. The former conceived the idea of the Law Department and gave $10,000 for the purchase of its grounds; the latter besides rendering it other im- Portant service, donated, together with Ms trends, $5,000 with which to com- Pete the building. A DISTINGUISHED FACULTY. _ Besides the occasional lectures, Mr. istce John M. Harlan, Judge Simeon * Baldwin, Prof. Francis Wayland, Judge CC. Cole, and Prof. James “chouler, the eminent publicist, the Fac- ey. earnestly devoted to the work of ‘“anng young Americans for the Bar ““¢ tor good citizenship is made up of rsht members, Prof. Benjamin F. “Sghton, President of the Bar Associa- “en of the District of Columbia, having een dean since 1880, and for one-half no Period gave his services to the ‘w Department for little or no pay. : CURRICULUM. Pes course is as comprehensive and vltgh as can be mastered in three ‘ars by a student with a good English tducation, possession of which is asces- EX-PRIME MINISTER OF HAWAIIAN ISLANDS Commends Peruna to His Friends as a Positive Catarrh Remedy. FERS Se \ Pf AN \\ Nas ee Nl YW he ye Sa] DEES 4 Re SS VON Se Hon. Celso Cwsar Moreno, Ex-Prime Minister of Hawaii. The Hon. Celso Cesar Moreno, ex-Prime Minister of Hawaii, and projector of the Trans-Pacific cable, 1876, is a distinguished statesman, and the best known Italian in the country. In @ letter from Washington, D. C., to the Peruna Med- icine Co., he says : «can commend ycur great national catarrh cure, Peruna, to my friends throughout the country as a safe, reliable medicine. 1 know of no other tonic that will build a person up as well as Peruna. It is a positive cure for the universal disease, catarrh, and those who will try this remarkable medicine will find a sure cure. Very respectfully, Celso Cesar Moreno. tined by a preliminary examination, and it migh be remarked in passing, that this is the only Law School at the Na- ional Capital requiring such test. The student beginning his course with 1 study of the outlines of the common law as set forth in Blackstone's attractive ind luminous pages and the discussion »f cases and leading principles in ‘the Blackstone Club must, before receiving iis LL. B. degree, attend the lecture. ‘ecitation and quiz, and undergo the or- leal of final written examinations on real and personal property; contracts, bills and notes and domestic relations; terts, crimes and criminal procedure: oleading, practice, evidence and equity; mercantile law and the law of adminis- trators and executors, corporations and constitutional and international law. In the Moot and Practice Court, which holds weekly sessions, some knowledge is also acquired ef how cases are pre- nared for trial and the method of con- ducting a suit from beginning to end as well as considerable skill in debate. The speeches of the students and their lawyer-like bearing are, at times, not in- ferior to what may be witnessed in actual causes. ADVANTAGES. Washington is an ideal place for the study of the law as a science and an art. Tt is the home of vast libraries, acces- sible to all, and the seat of government where the practical operations of its great departments are daily observed. Here sit the Supreme Court of the Dis- trict of Columbia and_ its various branches with Probate, Equity, Admi- ralty, Common Law and Statutory Juris- diction ; the Court of Appeals, the Court of Claims and the Supreme Court of the United States. ; | With these advantages and making ‘discrimination against neither race nor sex, the Law Department of Howard University has won such reputation for good work and catholicity of spirit that it attracts students from all the States; from South America, the West Indies and even from far away Japan. An- nually more Negroes graduate from this chan from all other Law Schools in ‘he country together and fully one half of the colored lawyers in the United States are sometime students of the Howard University Law Department. GRADUATES. The school began its work October 12th, 1868, and the result is somewhat exhibited by the following table: Number of students admitted to Law Department .............. 1,522 Number of Graduates ........... 336 Number of Post-Graduates ....... 91 Occupations : PUREE, en ane tarent oo FROM in Civil Service —- 7. ss 0-2-2 2= 75 Professors and Téachers .......- 30 Miscellaneous Employment ...... 19 Deceased Graduates (about) ..... 53 ENROLLMENT FOR IQOI-1902: DENS ae SO on wees cane 19 MODES Fis oan cine eae oeees 26 PNNING sot nine ge — ans Bs son pen AS oo ee Cee eee a a INCOME OF LAW ALUMNI. {Norr—This investigation was made by Prof. Wm. H. Richards, of the Law School, with great care as to accuracy and reliability of statements.] So many ignorant, poor and friendldss clients have to be defended for small compensation, or none at all, that the financial returns of the Negro lawyer 9 | Charles B. Royer, 900 W. Washingtem: | $eeet, Morristown, P:,., writes: “My oldest daughter Malin- — da Royer,iscured Cs of deafness by 7z 44 Peruna. When = she began totake ~~ Peruna we had to >) Bo upclose to her fi and talk very| fg loud to make her Aw —] hear. “4 t- “After taking ms = one-half dozen acacia bottles of Peruna ee = — re oa pf ZZ nD mist Malinda Royer. she can hear you in any part of the room. Shecan hear an ordinary con- versation.” Thousands of people have ca- tarrh who would be surprised to know it, because it has been called some other name than catarrh. The fact is, catarrh is catarrh wherever located; and another fact which is of equally great im- portance, that Peruna cures ca- tarrh wherever located. ‘ Catarrh is an American disease. Fully one-half of the people are afflicted more or less with it in some form. Previous to the dis- covery of Peruna, catarrh wos considered well nigh incura’ ‘e. Since the introduction of Peruna to the medical profession thou. sands of cases are cured anaually. Mr. W. M. Holland, of Hartwéll, Ga, proprietor of the Hartwell Tin Works, writes of Peruna as follows : 5 ‘ “‘I am more than pleased with the ‘benefits derived from Peruna, The ‘winterof 1899my weightwas 150 pounds, I used several bottles during the winter and now weigh 211. “IT have recommended it to all my friends both asa tonic and catarrh cure, If I had been lucky enough to have seen it several years ago Peruna would have saved me much inconvenience. I can never be too thankful to you for the benefits received from your valuable read . My mother has also been wow derfully benefited by your valuable remedy.” Address The Peruna Medicine Co., Columbus, O., for free catarrh book. are not large, though they are probably larger than is generally supposed, as is disclosed by a recent short study of the subject. Ninety-three letters were sent out to the Howard University Law Alumni asking the amount of their pro- fessional income for the year just ending and of those ninety-three letters of in- quiry seventy replies have been received. And where practicable, information was sought from other sources, and the ac- curacy of the replies substantially con~ firmed in all cases except five. The staternent in one of these cases after a subsequent investigation was found to be correct; in the other four eases only one-half the income reported was taken as this was thought to be a just estimate in the judgment of the four graduates’ friends, neighbors and rivals at the har, The following statements taken from the replies are illustrative of the financia} success of the Alumni, one of whom re- ports that his professional income last year was $5,780, a fair average for the last ten or twelve years; cash receipts of one $4,170.75; of one $4,167.73 and some fees in real estate (this aoe adding that he is so much in love with his profession that he expects to train his son to the Bar); another had aver- aged $4,000 for four years, and still an- other $5,000 for six years, though he reports his business is at this time fall- ing off for various causes, especially from competition from young men en- tering into active practice; one had re- cently received a fee of $1,100, and an- other had been appointed attorney for three corporations at an aggregate an- nual salary of $2,100. Here are the ex- amples of two young men, one of whom graduated at the head and the other (Continued on twelfih page.)