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The COLORED American NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER VOL. XI, NO. 15. FOR GRAND MASTER. FOR GRAND MASTER. HON. E. H. DEAS NOMINATES MR. JACOB E. REED. His Remarkable Record as Grand Treasurer of The Odd Fellows of America-A Financier and Organizer of Rare Resourcefulness-The Logical Successor to Mr. Morris. The following letter is self-explanatory: Darlington, S. C., June 20, 1902. FORTOR THE COLORED AMERICAN: On the first Tuesday in October of this year the B. M. C. of the G. U. O. of O. F. will meet in New Haven, Conn., and all the grand offices are to be filled. The present Grand Master, Hon. E. H. Morris, will then have completed his second term and another will be elected. There will doubtless be a number of splendid men, candidates for the highest offices within the gift of the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, of this country, but only one can be successful. Grand Treasurer Reed's many years' connection with the Order, and long, faithful, exceptionally successful and satisfactory work for it in the many subordinate positions he has held, in my judgment at least, makes him particularly eligible to the elevation, and I recommend him in the strongest possible manner to the members of the Order generally. If long years of unselfish and thoroughly satisfactory devotion to the interests of Odd Fellowship count for anything, Mr. Reed will be the next Grand Master of the G. U. O. of O. F. of America. We sincerely trust and believe it will be. I shall do all in my power to help bring it about. He has been Grand Treasurer of the Order for the past four years, filling the position most creditably to himself and the organization. EDMUND H. DEAS. Mr. Jacob E. Reed, of whom Mr. Deas speaks in such glowing terms, as a man and an official, was born in Harrisburg, Pa. in 1852. In 1876 he located in Cleveland, Ohio, and in 1878 became a member of Charles Sumner Lodge, Grand United Order of Odd Fellows. He has served in ever- position in the subordinate lodge and every one except that of Secretary in Ohio District lodge, being the only one to be elected Grand Master of the body for three consecutive terms (of one year each). When first elected Ohio District lodge was 8850 in debt. At the expiration of Mr. Reed's third term, the District lodge was not only out of debt, but there was a handsome cash balance in the treasury. He was elected Grand Treasurer in 1808 at St. Louis, Mo., and re-elected by acclamation last week at the B. M. C. meeting held in Louisville, Ky. Mr. Reed is a thirty-second degree Mason and a member of King Solomon's Temple. Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. He is the junior member of one of our leading firms, Reitz & Reed, dealers in B HON. J. E. REED, Cleveland, Ohio. fish, oysters, etc., in the largest market house of Cleveland, and has a wife who has been of great assistance to him throughout his career as a fraternal Order man. Mr. Reed has always been an earnest, loyal, aggressive worker and is of a genial disposition. This accounts largely for the splendid success he has met with and which is a matter of great pride, not only to Mr. and Mrs. Reed, but also to their host of friends at home and elsewhere in the country. The election of Mr. Reed as Grand Master would be eminently satisfactory to the craft in Washington, where he is well and favorably known by the rank and file of her 28 lodges. Printed as Current Comment. Luzon Island, May 21, 1902. EDITOR COLORED AMERICAN: I am pained to see your excellent paper giving circulation to such vulgar quotations from the Denver Times-Speaker as appeared in your issue of April 5th. Your paper enters the homes of dedecent, well-bred people, and to such it can be no pleasure to see bishops of the church spoken of in such coarse terms. Some things are fit and some Iba. Zambales. things are unfit. Bad manners can never serve any good cause. It is not in accord with the policy of your paper to encourage such ill-bred and unworthy efforts. Such things are simply not fit to print. the matters referred to are printed by The Colored American as current comment, and without prejudice. There are two sides to every controversy, and the wider the publicity given an unjust attack from any source the more speedily will the truth be discovered. Whenever a newspaper makes an open assault upon priest or layman the accused and the friends shouldl be glad to learn the nature of the charge and the individuals behind it, to the end that systematic steps for redress may be taken. We are too good a supporter of the A. M. E. Church and its leaders not to give them an opportunity to reply to criticisms from a quarter that might be taken seriously by the unthinking.—Editor. ALL THE REST FOLLOW. THE COLORED AMERICAN leads-all the rest follow.—Tribune Press Pueblo, Colorado. Very respectfully. PRICE, FIVE CENTS HOPE FOR THE NEGRO. MR. SCHEELE REVIEWS ONE THIRD OF A CENTURY. Marvelous Progress in Spite of Obstacles-Developing a Competition Leadership and an Educated Ministry-Washington and Withrow as Beacon Lights Perspective is essential to the proper appreciation of the magnitude of a race, an individual or a physical object. Frequently each are inaccurately measured or the comprehension of their scope is limited because the range is too close for clear vision. The Pyramids, the dome of St. Peter's and the rushing Niagara do not appear nearly so high, nor so great, to one who dwells within their boundaries as to him who stands afar off and sees their outlines pictured against the sky, and takes note of their relation to other objects that are naturally brought into comparison. The Negro people often err in passing judgment upon themselves—some may be too ontimistic, others too pessimistic, because of a local coloring that blinds us to a broader contemplation of our strengths or weaknesses. The range is too short. So, it is well that we occasionally invite testimony from our neighbor across the racial line, the Caucasian. A fair-minded white man, who will frankly tell the Negro the truth—"naught extenuate nor set down aught in malice"—renders us a service, the value of which cannot be computed in dollars and cents. In Staunton, Va., there is such a man—a student of current social tendencies, an impartial surveyor of governments, law, history and people. He is Mr. H. F. Scheele, a practicing attorney, and we are pleased to be able to present an article from his pen, reciting the progress of the Negro during one-third of a century, illustrating that progress by a typical representative of the best within our ranks in the person of Rev. Chauncey I. Withrow, also of Staunton. This estimate can be trusted. Mr. Scheele's article is as follows: Human enlightenment and elevation, and the improvement of the moral, civic, social, and economic conditions of a people or race are accomplished only with the passing of the centuries. Not by swiftly bounding leaps, but by inches, does mankind advance; and every inch representing the struggles, and toils, and sacrifices, and prayers of whole generations of the heroic dead. The seed of such improvements are sown by one generation, the harvest is reaped by the generations that come after. Thus it is that we have come at the opening of the Twentieth Century to the lofty eminence on which we stand; and of which we are, perhaps, less thankful than we are boastful. We stand on the shoulders of all the past generations, and our Gontinued on second page tte COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. (as S808 Coripg His recent sojsurm here on husiness connected with the True Reformere. Mr. KR. Jefferson Kyles, of Rich- nond, Va., private secretary to Worthy trand Master, W. L Taylor, of the Crue Reformers, gave The Colored American a ;leasant call during his stay in the chy. A camp-meeting is in progrees st Delmar Park, Desnewood, under the auspices of the 10h Street Baptist Chureh, Rey. Stephen Geriah Law- kins pastor. The exercises continue throughout the month. Miss Della M, White, daughter of Ex-Congressman White 1s in Chau- tauqua, N. Y., whereche is takinga six weeks’ special course in yocal and instrumental music. The Chautar- qua course is known as one of the test in country. Dr Jsmes E. Shepard, of Raleigh, N.C, was in the city a few hours last Saturday. He slso visited Baltimore on business. Dr. Sheyard grows in favorssa candidate forthe congres- sional rominstion in North Carolina’s fifth district. Harty McNabb, alias Harry Dock- ett, who has been wanted here since December, for stabbing his wife (Kc- na McNabb) in the neck, was arrested in New York laet week. He has been brought kack to answer to jhe charge of deadly assult. Miss Clementine Kay, the very ac- comjlished daughterof Mr. W. W. Kay, a well ksown merchant of Wel- fon, N C., 4s visiting Mr. and Mrs. |. W. Poge, cf 1158 Now Jersey ave- nue northwest, in this city. We hope for hera pleasant etsy inthe nation’s capital. The Pastcr’s Aid Society of Ply- mouth Congregational Church 1s ar- ranging for a novel entertainment to be given on the evening of August Ist, }f at 2119 K street northwest, Mr Hem- -| ilvar Turley, president of the society, }}haathe affair in charge, and predicts & successful outcome. 1} Some very noticeable improvements *| have been made n the rooms used by | copyists in the Recorder’s « ffice, The ‘| walls have bsen nestly ca'scmine?, and the yo dwork repainted. A tew -| new desks would be a welcome innr- -| vation andthe next Congress should {|} lend Col. Dancy @ hand in this direc >} tion Miss Gertraode R;ar, of this city, who >| sepending a few weeks in her o!d ®l nome at ¢tlanta, Ga. has been the P recipient of much social attention. *| During ber vieit there, the young people of Atlanta, have made her ao- t} journ a series of ovations by the many , | teas, receptiors and parties given in | her honor. . Prof J. A. Lankford, the noted ar- chitect, has just been swarded the : contract in a hotly contested fight tor “lhe new Jobn Wesley Zion Church. | Chis megn ficert charch will be con a -truc’ ed on the premikes of the Berean - a ee Washington Under the Calcium. 16 Dr. Lucy E. Moten is at Middleburg. Everybody reads The Colorea Ameri- can, The Southern Hotel is enjoying ® boom, Mr. J, W. F. Smith coutinues t improve. Mr. G. W, Swann is at Long Branch, New Jersey, Hightand Beach is the popular Sun- day visit thissummer. Miss Gertrude Thompson is clerk of Liberty Baptist charch. Mr John C. Dancy, Jr., paida fly‘ ing visit to New York Monday. The jim crow car continues to have a habitat in the District of Columbia, Bishop G. W. Clénton was in the city last Friday enroute for the South, Excursion to Norfolk by the Jane Moseley Saturday night, August 2nd. Much interesting matter 's crowded out of this issue of The Colored Ameri- can. Mies Bessie Ham'lton, of the Asbury Charch Choir, has retarned from Ch! esgo. Mrs. Jcha C, Nale and daughter, Miss Blanche, are ai Laytonsville unti September. Quite a crowd of Washingtenian: went to Hampton to attend the Negro Conference. Mr, J.C Campbell, of the Census Office, has been enjoying the surf at Highia 1d Beach. Brother W. A. Warfield will cut the bread and carve the chickens on tre Masonic excursion Friday August 1 A cclonial tea was given last even ing, under the auepices of Misses Ids B. Scott and Mamie C. Locker at thei residence, 1130 22d street northwe-t Charles P. Goines and Samuel E Lacy have organized the Distric' Laundry Company, and are ready fo: business at 1700 12 -h street northwest Mrs. Julia Jones, of Ph ladelpbia accomyanied by her little daughte: Bessie, is in the city visiting! er broth er, Mr. J. N. McDuffie, of 426 1 stree northwest. Last Friday night, Ida Allen,a gir of 19 -who had been staying at the So journer Truth Home, attempted sut cide because of the fancied desertios of her fiance. Mr. R. W. Thompson, of The Col ored American, has been given an ap: pointment in the office of Recorder o Deed-. I; wil) continue as associat is seine ne meda ?¢ Blage w - table shores ot High!and Beach. Dr. W. © Warmaley, who is about to open a drug etcre in the Philippines, has written a cordial invitation to his old classmate, Dr. W. T. Blackshear. to take charge of the same. The Southern Hotel noondsy lunch is attracting a large number of the de- partment fraternity. Something tooth sme is presented every day ard a nea‘ dining room service is given. The hot weather bas no effect upor the popularity of the M:tropole Club On Sunday afternoon it is the cooles plaee in the city, and the member: hold very epjyable informal recep tions. ‘phe enterprising faners] director, J. Hi. 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If you cannot order the book at once write us anywey 22°" ‘we can do something for you. But please write immediately as this opportunity "87" open long. Your chances are better if you can order the book. N ADDRESS, THE COLORED AMERICAN, c >. ABO C St. N. W., Wasbingto > THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. o. a ‘eee hey % Be EIA IN Wisc AY. A ahs NE 3 a “a SA) HT 7 me) = — | = e008. Grand Master Terrell predicte 3,900 persops on the Masonic excursion Friday August 1 Miss Pauletta Goines says that Georgetown will send 1,000 on the next excursion Friday Aagust 1. Jobn C. Nalle and W.H. J, Malvin will be ia the bex Friday August 1st. Tickets only 85 cents to Glymecat, Get off the cars at K street south- west. for the Jane Moseley, end ask yrother George S, Newman the way. Allwho go downon the morning tripof the2 d grand Masonio excur- sion Friday August ist, will go for 25 cents. Morning tripon the Masonic excur- sion Kriday, Augusd Ist, 25 cents, acd cpiidren free. Am I going? Well, | Teckcn 80. Miss Pauletta Goines, of Queen Es. ther, has promieed to sell 50 th kets for the next grand Masonic excursicn Friday, August 1, Deputy Grand Mester O. A. Dear and the Junior Grand Wardn F. J Cadez) will go down with their fam}: liek on the morning trip to Glymont, Friday August 1, Weatheriees, Bray and Freeman went to Alexandria Sunday. Watch the result of these three going South, Friday August 1 Let the familses gather for the morn- pg trip to Glymont, when all ch ldren will be paseed free. Atk your friends what kind of order the Masons have on their excursions, R. W. Tompkins, N. E, Weatherless and Joho C. Nate were pronounced the three beauties on the Masonicex- cursion, Take a good lok at each of them Friday, Avgast 1. Eureka Lodge vcted her compli menis to charming Malvin on his grand success, and will go di wn to Glymont Friday August 1, JD, \toward, Benjamin W.1lama, A.&. Winslow aad Beverly Young should hayes medal if they continue theirgood work until after the next excursion Friday August 1, Let oll the Masons and thetr families read I'he Colored American for the Masonic news. Brother E. E. Cooper aud wife sre making ready for mo:n- ing trip, Fridsy August 1, Prot. Nelson E, Weatherless, the ‘sll sycamore of Pythagoras Lodge, has done more hard work for the Ma- ‘onic excursion of Friday, August Ist, than any two members of the commit: tee, Mrs. Malvin says Jadson bas not hada good night’s rest emce May, oo the success of Masgn'c tleep a’tor the Mesneagy a ee ta onic excursion F1i- day Auguat 1. Grand M. se crademnee enna Grand High Priest ce = <EReee i cS E eet, Cezzens will go Anguxt 1, because thee a eee only _ 3 ecause the prive will be ~) cents end children free. The meeting of the General Cam. was transacted. The committee of 190 men will march to the boat, Friday, Auguat 1, 1902, to go down on the morning trip, Toe following guesees have been sent in for the silver cup to be pre sented by Chairman Malvin to the one guessing nearest the number of persons going on the Masonic extureion Fri- day, August lst: Jadge R, H. Terrell, 3240; Hon J. W. Lyons, 2975; R. W. fompkine, 8 280; Mrs. Sarah Alexan- der, 8.376; Semuel H. West, 3,175; Miss Pauletts Goines, 3 260; Hon John C. Dancy, 8,000; Johv C, Nalle 3,225; Lemuel C Batley, 3,402. —-_- = | Miss Gibbs’ Pupils Entertain. Miss H, A. Gibba’ pupils in piano entertained their parents and friends last Friday evening with the foliowiag program: Quotation, ‘‘music,’”’ pian» eolo, (a) ‘‘Gipsey Rondo,’’ Hayden; (b) ‘“Tyrolienne’”’ Spindler,—Ruth Grimshaw; quotation, ‘When Rita Pisys,”’ piano solo,(a) ‘ Etuve,’’ Czerny, (b) “Sunshiny Morning,” Gurlitt— Grace Gibbs; essay, ‘‘Chaminade,’’ Piano solo, ‘‘Arogonaise,’’? Massenet— Bessie Patterson; essay, ‘‘Grieg,’’ piano, Frolic of Butterflies,’? Bobo, Jennie Fearing; piano solo, (a) Grieg, “Sonata No. 7;’’ (b) “ walkz Caprice,’’ Chaminade—Mamie White; quotation, ‘ The Only Art,” piano, -‘Albumbeaf,”’ Bethoven— Mamie Fearir g; quotation, *-Pethoven,”’ piano. (8) Lach, -‘Idilic,”’ () ‘Tarentelle,” Hsller—Louise How- ard. Each number was rendered in a pleas- wg manner and did credit to both pupils and teacher, The quotations and essays on the lives of the com- posers intensified the interest tn each number and demonstrated that to ap »Freciate any art, one mu t be in touch with and understand the motive that brought into being the things which we love mcst in that art. Miss Gibbe has ideals in music and bas the gift of imparting to her prpila a love for the bes: acd purest of tnis enn_b!ing art. Mics M C. Jamer, music teacher of the public schools, accumpanied by Miss L. J, Moten, rendered charmingly selections from Arditi snd Nevir. Cs pits] Shoe Company's Fu cess. | Lte Charity excursion to G!lymont Saturday evening, July 12 on the Jane Moreley was one ofthe most en joyable and best attended events of the sup mer. Everybody seemed to be on the boat, and all hed an exee}: lent time, The music was entrancing, the dining service wasali that eculd be desired, and the order was ideal, The exctis‘on was planned and car: ried to asuccessful conclusion by the ent«rprismg Capital Skoe Company, and the committee in charga go thor: oughly profoimed its duties that noth- ing but praise cen be written of the management, Through this entertain: ment the Capite! Shoe Compsny has mate lily i: creased its hold upon the popular mind, and the home for the “ged receives a handsome benefit. ; Going to Alsb ma: Fatker J Harry Dorsey gosto St. Joseph’s College at Montgomery, Als., to work among the colored people in the interest of the Roman Catholic Chureb. 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Nalle and W. H. J. Malvin will be in the box Friday August 1st. Tickets only 35 cents to Glyment. Get off the cars at K street southwest. for the Jane Moseley, and ask Brother George S. Newman the way. All who go down on the morning trip of the 2 d grand Masonic excursion Friday August 1st, will go for 25 cents. Morning trip on the Masonic excursion Friday, August 1st, 25 cents, and children free. Am I going? Well, I reckon so. Miss Pauletta Goines, of Queen Esther, has promised to sell 50 tickets for the next grand Masonic excursion, Friday, August 1. Deputy Grand Master C. A. Dean and the Junior Grand Warden F. J. Cardozo will go down with their families on the morning trip to Glymont, Friday August 1, Weatherless, Bray and Freeman went to Alexandria Sunday. Watch the result of these three going South, Friday August 1. Let the families gather for the morning trip to Glymont, when all children will be passed free. Ask your friends what kind of order the Masons have on their excursions. R. W. Tompkins, N. E. Weatherless and John C. Nahle were pronounced the three beauties on the Masonic excursion. Take a good look at each of them Friday, August 1. Eureka Lodge voted her compliments to charming Malvin on his grand success, and will go down to Glymont Friday August 1. J. D. Howard, Benjamin Williams, A. B. Winslow and Beverly Young should have a medal if they continue their good work until after the next excursion Friday August 1. Let all the Masons and their families read The Colored American for the Masonic news. Brother E. E. Cooper and wife are making ready for morning trip, Friday August 1. Prof. Nelson E. Weatherless, the tall sycamore of Pythagoras Lodge, has done more hard work for the Masonic excursion of Friday, August 1st, than any two members of the committee. Mrs. Malvin says Judson has not had a good night's rest since May, his anxiety for the success of Mason's excursion is so great. Well, he can sleep after the Masonic excursion Friday August 1. Grand Master Terrell, Right Eminent Grand Commander Watts and Grand High Priest Cozzens will go down on the morning trip. Friday, August 1, because the prize will be only 25 cents and children free. The meeting of the General Committee of the Masonic excursions of the season of 1902, was convened by Chairman Malvin, at Masonic Temple, July 6th, and much outine business THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. was transacted. The committee of 190 men will march to the boat, Friday, August 1, 1902, to go down on the morning trip. The following guesses have been sent in for the silver cup to be presented by Chairman Malvin to the one guessing nearest the number of persons going on the Masonic extursion Friday, August 1st: Judge R. H. Terrell, 3240; Hon J. W. Lyons, 2975; R. W. Tompkins, 3280; Mrs. Sarah Alexander, 3,376; Samuel H. West, 3,175; Miss Pauletta Goines, 3260; Hon John C. Dancy, 8,000; John C. Nalle, 3,225; Lemuel C. Bailey, 3,402. Miss Gibbs' Pupils Entertain. Miss H. A. Gibba' pupils in piano entertained their parents and friends last Friday evening with the following program: Quotation, "music," piano solo, (a) "Gipsey Rondo," Hayden; (b) "Tyrollenne" Spindler,—Ruth Grimshaw; quotation, 'When Rita Plays,' piano solo, (a) 'Etuve,' Czerny, (b) "Sunshiny Morning," Gurlitt—Grace Gibbs; essay, "Chaminade," piano solo, "Arogonaise," Massenet—Bessie Patterson; essay, "Grieg," piano, "Frolic of Butterflies," Bohn, Jennie Fearing; piano solo, (a) Grieg, "Sonata No. 7;" (b) "Waltz Caprice," Chaminade—Mamie White; quotation, 'The Only Art,' piano. "Albumleaf," Bethoven—Mamie Fearing; quotation, "Fethoven," piano. (s) Lach, "Idilic," (l) 'Tarentelle,' Heller—Louise Howard. Each number was rendered in a pleasing manner and did credit to both pupils and teacher. The quotations and essays on the lives of the composers intensified the interest in each number and demonstrated that to appreciate any art, one must be in touch with and understand the motive that brought into being the things which we love most in that art. Miss Gibbs has ideals in music and has the gift of imparting to her pupils a love for the best and purest of this ennobling art. Miss M C. James, music teacher of the public schools, accompanied by Miss L. J. Moten, rendered charmingly selections from Arditi and Nevin. Capital Shoe Company's Sucess. The Charity excursion to Glymont Saturday evening, July 12 on the Jane Moseley was one of the most enjoyable and best attended events of the summer. Everybody seemed to be on the boat, and all had an excellent time. The music was entrancing, the dining service was all that could be desired, and the order was ideal. The excursion was planned and carried to a successful conclusion by the enterprising Capital Shoe Company, and the committee in charge so thoroughly proformed its duties that nothing but praise can be written of the management. Through this entertainment the Capital Shoe Company has materially increased its hold upon the popular mind, and the home for the aged receives a handsome benefit. Going to Alsb ma: Father J Harry Dorsey goes to St. Joseph's College at Montgomery, Ala., to work among the colored people in the interest of the Roman Catholic Church. There seems to be no substantial foundation for the rumor that he might be called to St. Augustine's, of this city. PETER GROGAN Credit For All Washington. During July and August our store will close at 5 p. m.—Saturdays at 1 p. m. NEVER MIND THE MONEY-- YOU CAN GET EVERYTHING YOU NEED HERE ON CREDIT And at Lowest Cash Prices. We sell strictly high-grade Refrigerators at moderate prices and guarantee them to give satisfaction. 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Providence evidently had a design in giving the persecuted black man a sunny disposition. The underbrush is thickest in the pathway as you near the summit of Progress Heights. Spend your money with those who invite your custom by advertising in colored newspapers. No matter how humble your position or how meager the pay, do your duty the best you know how. It is a pleasure to work for a rich white man. Education and wealth are such giant civilizers. Lynchings and burnings go on and the American citizen scarcely pauses in his mad rush for gold. If the Negro in the black belt is lacking in civilization, education is the lever that must lift him up. Inordinate jealousy is a form of insanity, and many a home has been wrecked by its ravages. Merchants who respect their Negro patrons carry an advertisement of their wares in the papers of the race. The plight of Consul-General Bragg illustrates the danger of writing opinions too freely, even to one's own wife. Those who are now dancing gaily on pleasure excursions should not forget that coal will be high next winter. A woman is invariably disappointed when her favorite gentleman friend advises her to marry—some one else. Perhaps Rev. W. J. White will next get up a debate on "Which is more essential to human life, bread or water?" High prices have lowered the pay of the department clerks here by reducing the purchasing power of every dollar. The critics of Booker T. Washington are those who have failed in an attempt to get him to grind their particular axes. The people can be trusted. There is always a saving remnant that will cool and convince the most hysterical majorities. The most expensive servant is the poorly-paid drone, who potters around all day doing fifteen minutes' worth of work. In some churches the raising of "dollar money" is the paramount issue; the preacher saving souls at spare intervals. Poor whites are not liked by the rich of their own race, and are detested or pitied by Negroes according to the humor of the latter. The Washington Mirror continues to disgust our right-thinking white citizens by its assinine agitation for Jim Crow street cars here. A hostelry in Evansville, Ind., bears the title of "Black's Hotel." As may be inferred it is for the accommodation of colored people. It is hoped that some of Washington's standing nuisances will take advantage of the prevalent wave that is causing so many disappearances. Some men remain away from home because their wives permit a saloon or another woman's house to be a more pleasing place than her own. Negro labor is native labor, and should be preferred to that of the off-scourings of Europe and Asia. Let America take care of its own. The best intelligence of the race will be in attendance at the meeting of the National Negro League, in Richmond, Va., August 25th, 26th and 27th. If Mr. Hardwicke's mission in Congress is to secure the repeal of the war amendments he might as well stay at home for all the good his coming will do. "Mr. Roosevelt has learned his South early and cheaply." For once we have a President who cannot be "bamboozled" by Southern hypocritical applause, yclept diplomacy. Wherever large numbers of colored men are skilled in trades and can offer serious competition with white workmen you will find the labor organizations loosening up. Those who are participating in the current lynchings, need not think of applying for post offices and collectorships while "Teddy" Roosevelt holds forth at the White House. The dog-days are not here yet, which fact places us at a loss to account for Senator Blackburn's conviction that Goebel was shot by W. S. Taylor. Has Kentucky whiskey deteriorated? He is a brave man who declines to drink up in bar-rooms the money that keeps shelter over the heads of the wife and baby at home for the empty honor of being called a "good fellow." It is encouraging to note that the bulk of the street paving in Alexandria, Va., is done by colored hands. What has Misrepresentation Canton to say about this step toward Negro progress in the labor world? Dr. W. J. White is wasting valuable time down in Georgia arranging for a grand debate on the question: "Resolved That woman is more useful to the world than man." How is the world going to get along without either? Our white fellow-citizens must not labor under the delusion that the Negro's training should be industrial and nothing more. The bent and opportunities of the individual alone should determine the character of education for all races. When a preacher tells his dearly beloved hearers that the spirit moves him to talk without manuscript this morning," there is always a sister in the back pew who is willing to bet that his wife got mad and put his carefully-prepared sermon in the fire. 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. uate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age $6.60 (according to age,) as joining fee. If you live in 5 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per taxes 80 cents per month. You receive from $6.00 to $9 00 per month, in weekly pay your family receives $75 0 if you die within a year with Benefit is $125.00. To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 16 years of age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to age,) as joining fee. If you live in the country you pay 35 cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per month. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6.00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75 0 if you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00. ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. 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. To join the Rosebud Fountain you must be between 8 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. The limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual The Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $33 The fee is $200 to $65. The limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Annual dues, Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After 100 to $300. The limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13.50. Annual dues are located from date of issue at from $1,000 to $700. To a Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in the purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which is usually of 20 per cent. In United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July 1922 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264.75, over a year. THE BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Or- dutte race as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The Capital stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of other regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by same safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 a share to 100 per cent. dividends. Both time and demand deposits are cent. interest is paid on time deposits. The following referer's report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia at 5, 1900 and shows its flourishing condition;— SERVICES. $8,272 80 and 164,423 83 Banks ... 48,383 22 14,000 00 99,588 00 6,850 00 Taxes ... 1,388 99 12,399 80 35,820 00 391,120 84 Capital stock paid in ... 88,125 00 Surplus fund ... 80,957 81 Undivided profits ... 6,826 80 Demand certificate of deposit ... 96,786 29 Time certificates of deposit 118,424 74 Total ... 391,120 64 The newspaper published by the order from its own of It stands for the voice of the people, representing co- lation of the race and is the Beacon Light, the Headlight, and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is $1.00 applied job office bids for the work of the people, which is his style and at low prices. Richmond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has purchased established thereon an "Old Folk's Home." With un- broad-minded generosity, the Order does not limit en- its members alone, nor even to members families, but the age and decrepid of the whole race, regardless of their nuns. The Order makes itself the trustee for this glorious in the whole people, black and white, North, East, South of their contribution the carrying out of this praiseworthy year is set apart as a Grend Rally Day for the Home. Forwarded to the casnier of the Reformer's Savings Bank, for same and account for it to The Grand Fountain. Order and the public, when visiting Richmond, Va., are Hotel Reformer, 900 North Sixth St. It is in a pleasant Service is of the best and rates are reasonable. Department manages and controls all property interests o order now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 ho- ouse of $122,500. In addition to these the Order leases In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is valid After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 years $9.50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from day You are entitled to a Life Membership Classe B and E upon purchase of the reqi pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of T 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with HALF MILLION DOLLARS. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual dues, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $33 After one year, its value is $200 to $65. 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 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 but the race as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The capital stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of any other regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by the same safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 a share to RESOURCES. Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1,388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store, Richmond, Va., and members of the Order, 20 per cent, on the cost of food products. The Reformer is the newspaper public office in Richmond, Va. It stands for the vote operation and combination of the race and the General Messenger and the General Agent per year. A well-equipped job office bids for turned out in first class style and at low price. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico Co. 634 acres of land, and established thereon are exampled liberality and broad-minded generance to this home to its members alone, no doors are opened to the aged and decrepid or residence or connections. The Order makes charity, and calls upon the whole people, be and West to assist by their contribution the idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as a Contributic as can be forwarded to the casin who will send receipt for same and account. Members of the Order and the public, we invited to stop at The Hotel Reformer, 900 N 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 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;— Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1 388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 Capital stock paid in ..... 88,125 00 Surplus fund ..... 80,957 81 Undivided profits ..... 6,826 80 Demand certificate of deposit ..... 96,786 29 Time certificates of deposit ..... 118,424 74 Total ..... 391,120 64 The Reformer's Grocery and Feed Store is located at 501 North Sixth St., Richmond, Va., and members of the Order and the public generally are saved 20 per cent, on the cost of food products. THE REFORMER is the newspaper published by the order from its own of fice in Richmond, Va. It stands for the voice of the people, representing cooperation and combination of the race and is the Beacon Light, the Headlight, the General Messenger and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is $1.00 per year. A well-equipped job office bids for the work of the people, which is turned out in first class style and at low prices. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has purchased 634 acres of land, and established thereon an "Old Folk's Home." With unexampled liberality and broad-minded generosity, the Order does not limit entrance to this home to its members alone, nor even to members families, but the doors are opened to the aged and decrepid of the whole race, regardless of their residence or connections. The Order makes itself the trustee for this glorious charity, and calls upon the whole people, black and white, North, East, South and West to assist by their contribution the carrying out of this praiseworthy idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as a Grend Rally Day for the Home Contributive is 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 $122,500 Ir addition to these the Order leases buildings. For any further information, address W P BURBELL, G. W. Secretar w: L TAYLOR, W, M. MASTER, W, M. Master, --- Saint Thomas THE MUSEUM ROSEBUD FOUNTAINS. LIABILITIES W P BURBELL, G. W. Secretary THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. LABOR UNIONS PAY. Government Figures Show Large Dividends on Labor Dues-A Striking Lesson to Negro Workingmen. There are plenty of Negro workingmen in the United States. The general habit of the race is hard and useful work. Yet they do not near always receive the good pay that hard and useful work ought to bring. One reason for this is that they are so generally unorganized. Every class of workingman ought to have it labor unions. Even unskilled labor, provided it is engaged on steady employment, and is of reliable character, can be organized, and can gain almost as much by means of organization as can skilled labor. United States Labor Commissioner Wright, in his official report, gives the Government stamp of authenticity to statistics showing the material gain in wages by the union over the non-union workman—facts that have often been published as one trade union after another has won its battle for better pay. Figures concerning a few trades indicate the general rule in the United States, and establish the fact that "it pays to be a union man." The large dividends returned for what workingmen invest in dues to their organizations are summarized in Commissioner Wright's report. He shows that the union bricklayer works 51.5 hours per week, and receives an average of $3.80 per day. The nonunion bricklayer works 57.4 hours per week and receives an average daily wage of $2.17. Bricklayers' dues are not in excess of $1 a month, or $12 a year, and the union bricklayer receives $480 a year more, and works 612 hours less than his non-union brother. Now bricklaying is not a highly skilled trade, although it does require more or less skill. But it shows a difference between the organized and the unorganized portion of the trade, even greater than some of the skilled trades, though these also show great advantages coming from the unions. For example: The union carpenter works 53 hours per week and receives an average of $2.53 per day. The nonunion carpenter works 58 hours per week and receives $2.13 per day. Carpenters dues are 50c per month, and they receive $120 more per year, while working 312 hours less time. The lesson of this is plain. The Negro workingmen, and working women too, ought to organize Negro labor unions. There is no doubt that the organized labor movement in general would gladly welcome the addition of the colored workingmen—even where colored workmen can form their own unions, and these will be gladly admitted by the Federation of Labor and by the Knights of Labor. The result will be beneficial to both races. Congressman White in Demand Ex-Congressman, George H. White is in demand this summer, and he is kept constantly on the go. Wednesday evening of last week he addressed a lyceum at Atlantic City, of which Mr. Isaiah Jenkins is President. Thursday he was at Cape May, looking after some landed interests. Saturday he was in Philadelphia taking care of sales and collections in connection with the real estate company, which controls Whitesboro, N. J. July 28th he speaks at the Negro Conference at Lynchburg; 29th at Danville. Later engagements carry Mr. White to Greensboro and Winston-Salem, N. C., and the 4th of August will find him delivering two addresses at Williamsport, Pa. THE COLORED AMERICAN unbottles the pent-up vitrol of its wrath upon the much abused head of the Cleveland Gazette, last week. If you call that a calm and dignified summary, Bro. Cooper, we should hate to read your pages when you had decided to display your wrath. Charleston (W. Va.) Advocate ADORNMENT FOR HOME. Catohall, S. C., July 8.—I congratulate von, Mr. Editor, upon the addition of new life to The Colored American. Every family should have their homes adorned with the portrait of the two great men who figured in your supplement,—Booker T. Washington and Rev. W. L. Taylor. J. A. ROACH. A MUSIC LOVER'S PRAISE. Editor Colored American: I must congratulate you upon the excellency of your journal; it is like good wine, it improves with age. I take great pleasure always in handing it to my white friends here as a sample of what the Negro is capable. Truly yours, J. Henry Lewis, Washington, D. C. OUR BOYS HUSTLING. Quite a number of bright boys are now handling The colored American in many of the principal cities of the country. Many of them are doing remarkably well and are making from $2 to $4 a week. Parents who wish their boys to acquire some knowledge of business can do no better service than to have them sell The Colored American each week. It is a good seller and it will take a boy but a short while to work up a good route. If the boy goes to school he can take the after hours to canvass on his route and can deliver the paper on Saturday morning. We want a few more bright boys. Bring or send in your order at once. Big Jim Parker in Town Mr James B. Parker, the hero of the Buffalo tragedy, is in the city, where he will spend a few weeks resting up from a long tour in the South and West. All letters and correspondence can be sent to him in this city in care of The Colored American. tf. Another Chorister Honored. Prof. John T. Layton has been selected as one of the choristers to direct a chorus of 1 000 voices at Atlanta Ga. and also will take a prominent part as a soloist at the grand song service to be held in the auditorium. The Record has put him in the field as a candidate for one of the free trips offered by them. Now is the time for his many friends to rally to his support. To Stop at Alexandria. Alexandria, Va., July 15, 1902 Brother W. H J Malvin:—It is the earnest desire of those who accompanied the Masons on the excursion of June 24 that some provision be made to have the boat stop on the excursion of Friday, August 1st, as there are hundreds of our people who would enjoy an outing with the Masons of the District of Columbia. Fraternally yours. National Negro Press Association. The Afro-American Press Association at its St. Paul meeting elected the following officers for the ensuing year: President, Cyrus Field Adam, of the Chicago Appeal; vice-president, John C. Dancy, of Salisbury, N. C.; treasurer, William H. Steward of Louisville, Ky.; secretary, T. Thomas Fortune, of New York; chairman of the executive committee, Emmett J. Scott of Tuskegee, Ala. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel C. Gaskins have returned from a ten days stay with the groom's mother at Wellington, Va. They are residing at 1203 Roanoke street northwest, where they will be pleased to see their many friends. Proprietors of the Swift and Commodious Steamer Jane Moseley. This boat has recently been overhauled and thoroughly inspect the United States Government Inspectors, chartered and equipped electric lights and late improvements, and is licensed to carry one and three hundred passengers, has thirty-one state-rooms, three large dining room and saloon lighted by electricity. This company has also purchased Glymont, (Maryland) Exc Grounds of twenty acres with its wharves, cottage and large hotel which is being constantly improved so as to make an ideal river for excursion parties. It has recently been overhauled and thoroughly states Government Inspectors, chartered and on and late improvements, and is licensed to carry hundred passengers, has thirty-one state-rooms, room and saloon lighted by electricity. Company has also purchased Glymont, (Maryland) twenty acres with its wharves, cottage and large constantly improved so as to make an ideal parties. This boat has recently been overhauled and thoroughly inspected by the United States Government Inspectors, chartered and equipped with electric lights and late improvements, and is licensed to carry one thousand three hundred passengers, has thirty-one state-rooms, three decks, large dining room and saloon lighted by electricity. This company has also purchased Glymont, (Maryland) Excursion Grounds of twenty acres with its wharves, cottage and large hotel, all of which is being constantly improved so as to make an ideal river resort for excursion parties. Excursions Chartered for Glymont, Rock Point, Norfolk, Newport News and Hampton, Virginia. A limited amount of the stock is now on the market for sale to the public at TEN DOLLARS per share. Buy quickly if you want a first-class investment. Honest Management, Open Accounts, and Prompt Returns. Books are always open to stock 609 F Street Northwest, (Capital S D!RE F. M. SIMMS, U. S. Navy Department. WM. L. POLLARD, Law, Real Est. & Loan. F. D. LEE, U. S. Pension Office. LOUIS JEFFERSON, Gen'l Contr'r & Capit JOSEPH N. MAYNE, U. WM. L. POLLARD, Attorney at L. LOUIS JEFFERSON Ninth Street Wharf (Nin Excursion to To the Great Negro Industrial and and Tuesday, July 28 h and 29 h. ton Saturday night the 26 h at 11: Monday night at 11:30. Books are always open to stockholders at the office of the Secretary 609 F Street Northwest, (Capital Savings Bank Building). DIRECTORS: F. M. SIMMS, U. S. Navy Department. JAMES L. NEILL, U. S. Pension Office. WM. L. POLLARD, Law, Real Est. & Loans. JOSEPH MORRISON, U. S. Land Office. F. D. LEE, U. S. Pension Office. H. W. WHITE, U. S. Pension Office. LOUIS JEFFERSON, Gen'l Contr'r & Capitalist. C. B. BRAXTON, Contractor & Builder. JOSEPH N. MAYNE, U. S Navy Department. N. S. Navy Department. D. Law, Real Est. & Loans. Pension Office. Gen'l Contr't & Capitalist. Joseph N. Mayne, U. S Navy Department. P. POLLARD, Attorney at Law and Secretary for the Co. LOUIS JEFFERSON, General Manager. Ninth Street Wharf (Ninth and Water Streets S. Pension to Lynchburg Negro Industrial and Agricultural Conference July 28 h and 29 h. 1902 Special train leave night the 26 h at 11:30 Returning, leave at 11:30. Wm. L. POLLARD, Attorney at Law and Secretary for the Company. LOUIS JEFFERSON, General Manager. Ninth Street Wharf (Ninth and Water Streets S.W.) Excursion to Lynchburg, Va. To the Great Negro Industrial and Agricultural Conference, Monday and Tuesday, July 28 h and 29 h. 1902 Special train leaves Washington Saturday night the 26 h at 11:30 Returning, leaves Lynchburg, Monday night at 11:30. FARE, ROUND TRIP, $27 See bills and circ'ars. GEORGE WILLLLIAMS, JR, MANAGER, Lynchburg, Va. circu'ars. E WILLIAMS, JR, MANAGER, Lynch GEORGE WILLIAMS, JR, MANAGER, Lynchburg, Va. Everybody Eats CORBY'S "MOTHER'S" BREAD. It is easily the best bread in the world. It is pure and wholesome and is the greatest strength ing food you can eat. Mothers Bread is sold in over a thousand grocers in this city. Try it. Corby's Modern Bakery HOTEL CLYDE, 475 MISSOURI AVE, N.W. First-Class Accomodations For Ladies and Gentlemen. Hot and Cold Baths. MRS. ALICE E. HALL, Proprietress. SANITARY MIDY Standard remedy for Gleet Gongrhoea and Runnings # 18 HOURS Cures Kip and Orange fragrance --- herhauled and thoroughly inspected by inspectors, chartered and equipped with kts, and is licensed to carry one thousand thirty-one state-rooms, three decks, used by electricity. Issued Glymont, (Maryland) Excursion harves, cottage and large hotel, all of so as to make an ideal river resort Stockholders at the office of the Secretary (Savings Bank Building). LECTORS: JAMES L. NEILL, U. S. Pension Office. S. JOSEPH MORRISON, U. S. Land Office. H. W. WHITE, U. S. Pension Office. List. C. B. BRAXTON, Contractor & Builder. U. S. Navy Department. Law and Secretary for the Company. General Manager. (With and Water Streets S.W.) Lynchburg, Va. Agricultural Conference, Monday 1902 Special train leaves Washing- 80 Returning, leaves Lynchburg, $275 MANAGER, Lynchburg, Va. "TALK OF THE TOWN." Grav's special supper served every Sunday from 6 to 10 p. m. at their Cafe under Odd Fellows Hall is attracting large crowds to their establishment. Special supper with hot [home-made] Roll8 only 25 cents N. B. Ice cream wholesale and retail. Phone 1597-3 Gray & Bro., PROPRIETORS. CLAIRVOYANT 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 double as to the outcome of any undertaking in business, social or domestic life; sickness, divorces, separations, lawsuits, lost or absen friends interes you; if you desire to have your domestic troubles removed, your lost love returned, consult or write me. You will be advised the best way to succeed. Patrons attended to in all parts of the world. Letters of inquiry answered on receipt of two a cent stamps. MES, C. CARY 1406 WEST YORK ST., PHILADELPHIA PA. DIRECTORS: 18 $275 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, lawsuits, lost or absent friends interes EEE Se ES Sine “fH COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. ©. ‘ . f +BE NOT DECEIVED’ ~~ | 8 To THE COLORED PEOPLE OF AMERICA | , King of all Hair Tonics, ‘ ws 99 : — “OZONO. : AN Se . L—_—= i yess if 3 = as f S (oe CORES Se a | RS Se VE Seosd ZK SL = ws YG 3 M/s , Ee i= pr : Ga NG IW aye 2 \W7! eS qi"! iN FORE. AFTER. BEFORE. Seeks AFTER / ae ta "ie Pee St sa ogee ee ee ES ee eee 3 4 hcp 9S 2 5 oar error crema ESI Recognizing the fact that there are many SO-CALLED hair-growers and hair-straighteners now on the market, and knowing to a certainty that Ny of these are frauds pure and simple, we wish to mzke a straight-forward, honest statement to the colored race eu this great paper. In the year 1871 our late secretary, Mrs. 8. M. Moore, through a fortunate circumstance, acquired the receipt for OZONO. It was not offered for sale or purchase to any extent until 1875, when it was put upon the market and met with marked success. After a thorough test by the colored aoe of that time it was pronounced an honest, legitimate remedy, true-to all that was claimed for it, and worthy in every respect of the confidence of every member of the colored race, because they found it to cause the hair to. grow long and straight, soft and fine, and ag beautiful as an April morning. Now, whenever a genuine article appears upon the market there are always a number of people who imitate and make capital out of the merits of other peopie’s goods. Seeing our marked success, numerous firms have entered the market, offering hair-growers and hair-straighteriers, many of which are worthless, causing the hair to fall out and doing great damage to the hair and scalp, and the colored people are buying these spurious compounds, which are filled with animal fats, and do the hair more harm than good. To these let us sound a warning—be careful what you useon your hair. Do not be deceived by flaring advertisements and big words. Buy the King of all Hair Tonics, OZONOE. S which is sold with an iron-clad guarantee to do all that is claimed for it, or we will forfeit $50.00. Now, we ask youa plain questior—would we abso- « lutely agree to forfeit $50.00 if ‘on are dissatisfied with our preparations, JN if they were not true to all we claim for them? We have advertised for several years under this guarantee, and we are glad to say that every one » who has used Ozonc has been satisfied in every respe +t. N 20,000 poops are se! using Sie Deon neat and every purchaser recommends Ozono as the King of all Hair Tonics. Ozono will positively ~ take aes Kinks out of Knotty, Kinky, Harsh, Curly, oaeeye Trouble- Ssome Hair. It will make short, harsh hair long and straight. Tt will cure your head of all itching, worrying sealp diseasee. Itch, Eczema, Dandruff, » and Scurf can not live after Ozono has eer applied. It will stop your hair S from falling out. It will restore gray hair to its natural color, making the hair long and soft. = A Now, right here, let us make a statement. Many firms are ae § remedies to Sealants pst: but when ener send the preparation they tel! Pe to use hot irons. riends, do not use hot irons; aed will burn up the ife of the hair, and "- it to atop out. Ozono straightens without any S outside assistance. Nothing but Ozono is necessary, and the hair stays straight forever. You can stop the use at any time. The good effects on ) the hair are seen in a day or two after the first application. s The price of Ozono is 50c. a bottle—4 boxes do the work. We make this liberal offer, which is good at any time: Cut out this coupon and send 5 to us, enclosing with it the sum of One Dollar, and we will forward to you ¥% four large boxes of Ozono and one large bottle of Electrical Skin Refiner, which makes black skin melght oop skin soft and pliant, and cures all . skin diseases. Also paparce facial imperfections, and actually removes small-pox pits. We will also include one fancy jar of our Electrical Skin Food—Nature’s great beautifier—removes mie moth ye freckles, \ and all facial blemishes; makes the old Jook young and the young look yo , ? We will also include one packese of our celebraied Scalp Soap, which is ab >lutely CHEMICALLY PURE, and no soap but a pure soap should ever ip, Si, si, i, «i, «s,s, i, i, oS, ee, ee, me, we es Tx Cororep AMERICAN issued a dou- ble edition of that admirable periodical last week, which is very creditable to the management. Besides the enormous amount of news matter and feature work contained in the paper, the likeness of Booker T. Washington was issued as a supplement, which was a magnificent piece of artistic work. Mr. Cooper gave the publicanexample of the possibility of Afro-American journalism, of which his paper is one of the leading spirits—R. C. M. Simmons in Charleston (W. Va.) Sn ee es INTERNATIONAL IN SCOPE. Tue Cororeo AMERICAN, Washington, is the only Negro journal of its kind published. It is not only national, with a touch of the local. but is international in scope. It combines in a well bal- anced degree, the newspaper, the advo- cate and the magazine—The American Star. A GRAND RACE ADVOCATE. Tt was not due to lack of appreciation, that we failed to acknowledge our great indebtedness to that splendid paper, THe Cotorrp AMERICAN of Washington, D. C., for placing us on its exchange list. be used onthe scalp. And, lastly, to prove our liberality, we will put in a pint ji package of ‘Anti-Odor, a positive cure for Sore Throat or Mouth, all forms of 7 Womb Diseases, Chilblains, Sore and Frosted Feet; also removes all & smells and odors SS from the human body, such as feet, arm pits, etc. The actnal value of this Grand Aggregation is $4.00, but we let you have it for $1.00, simply to introduce honest goods. In order to protect the 4 ponte in general from imitations of our goods, and to avoid mistakes, we f ave placed upon our coupon our Trade-Mark, one head showing Short 4 Hair and the other head Long Hair. The U.S. Government has granted us f\ this trade-mark, and it is registered in the Patent Office at Washington; so if the coupon has this trade-mark on it, you will make no mistake. Use 7 only the coupon having the two heads on it. As to our responsibility, we 4 refer you to the Editor of Sits paper or to the Metropolitan Bank of Rich- ff ‘mond, Va. We have thousands of testimonials we have not space to pub- lish. Here is a sample of one: iy | Boston Chemical Company : ‘ Dear Sirs,—You are at liberty to state in any newspaper that I have /! used OZONO, and give it my most hearty recommendation. I have been fooled so often, it does me good to recommend honest goods. j MAGGIE B. PROCTOR, p Here is another: Box 114, Fairfield, Texas. 4 Gentlemen,—After using OZONO a short while only, I am glad to say " that my hair is already straight and growing finely. fi MISS BESSIE POWERS, A 883 Missouri street, Toledo,O. jj A last word. OZONO is absolutely guaranteed to straighten hair and 4 cause a beautiful and luxurious growth. If your hair is already straight, - you can use it to secure a glossy long growth. Buy only the genuine 4 “ OZONO.” Send us $1.00 at once, and the goods will be sent the same 4 day we receive your order. j BOSTON CHEMICAL CO., rf 256 ee at Dicheend Ya, fi ee ee ES ee ee a ;, A i Boston Chemical Co., _'\ ‘ 810 East Broad Street, RICHMOND, VA. /i\ ‘ez rs AWN Nake” arren T enclose you $1.00, for which please send at once ff the following goods: ri 4 Boxes of Ozono, worth $2.00. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Refiner,” \ worth 50c. 1 Bottle Electrical Skin Food, worth 80c. 1 Packag: M (1 pint) Anti-Odor, worth 50c. 1 Package Scalp Soap, worti: 5( a Total, $4.00. A BRIO. Oo ec ca ee esi tes ct 2c eek, SEMEN NOs 6 coneeseoe-- AN RN ke enh occ ess a COMING 2) oa 2 8 cissn's oniren sin. Seabee oe tey SUID Smads Lad» oat co i) Tf you want 4 lots like above, send $3.00. If you have a friend who has A no coupon, let her write her name on a piece of paper and pin to coupon A when you send your order. Wr —_—_—_——_—_——eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeess The Capital City may well be proud of this grand race advocate —Home News, Alexandria, Va. ANOTHER PROGRESSIVE MOVE. The supplement to Tue Carorep AMERICAN in the way of a beautiful en- graving of the distinguished Booker T. Washington is another progressive move in Negro journalism.— Arkansas Appre- ciator. : NEVERTHELESS AND NOTWITH- | STANDING. The Negro press may criticise Editor Cooper of THE Covorep Amenican, but he publishes the news and edits or the best papers that comes out 0! \ Capital City.—Kentucky Reporte? WHY, CERTAINLY! i The Watchman thankfully accep's 1° compliments of Pre Cororip Axieic\% for the portrait of Booker T. \\ s- ton, which no doubt will be his i preciated by all the AMERICAN : ers. —Travis Watchman, Austin, 1« . The Colored American is a new'l'® per,® magazine aude staunch [0° advocate, TERMS REASONABLE Lottie E. Wilson, Fine Art Studio, 806 M Street Northwest. Pastel and Oil Paintings - Lessons in Free Hand Drawing and Painting- Portrait Work in Miniature and Life Size a Specialty. Studio open all summer. "Crimp = Less" An Electric Hair Straightener--takes the Crimp out without fail. Half so hour once a week with this Straightener keeps the Hair Smooth and Gleamer. You can make money if you own one--Colored People will sell it for $12.00. We want reliable agents in every town. Exclusive Territory. Write for Descriptive Matter. CRIFFLESS" MFG.CO., 1111 Missouri Trust Blvd., St. Louis, Mo. Some Men Pay $10,000 For an expert to manage their advertising. There are others who pay $5.00 for an annual subscription to printers' ink and learn what all advertisers are thinking about. But even these are not the extremes reached. There are men who lose over $100,000 a year by doing neither one. For sample copy send 10c to Printers' Ink. No. 10 Spruce Street, New York City. 100,000,00 To Loan In any amount on furniture, pianos etc., at lowest rates without del removal or publicity. You can pay it back in small monthly payments to suit your income. If you have a loan elsewhere and need more money, come to us. We can accommodate you. Call and talk it over before borrowing elsewhere. Private rooms. Business confidential. SURETY LOAN COMPANY, Room 1 Warder Building, 2nd floor 9th and F Sts, N. W. The Hotel Brunswick, 235 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., AND 220 B. ST., N.W. On European Plan. First Class in Every Particular. J. G. VAN BRACKLE, PROPHETOR WASHINGTON, D. C. ILLUSTRATIONS CUTS MADE OF ANY THING, BY ANY PROCESS. FINE WORK AT LOW PRICES. THE Maurice Joyce Engraving Company. EVERYTHING SOLD ENGLAND WASHINGTON, D. LOW PROCEE. On beautiful gold crowns and all other works. We positively extract teeth without pain. Benth and Penn. Ave. Vero Dentists. Entrance 1 a.m. 20 f. m. Sunday 9 a.m. 30 o. m. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON. D. C. To The Negro Young People's Christian and Educational Congress, Atlanta, Ga., August 6-11, 1902. For the especial accomadation of delegates and visitors to the above congress the Southern Railway will operate a special train, Washington, D. C., to Atlanta, Ga., leaving Washington August 4th, at 8:30 p.m., arriving Atlanta, Ga., 3.50 p.m. the following day. This train will be composed of Pullman buffet sleepers and first-class day coaches and every facility will be furnished for the comfort and pleasure of the party en route. Tickets will be placed on sale August one to 4 h inclusive, and valid for return fifteen days from date of sale. Round trip rate $19 00. Pullman double berth $4 00 in each direction. Board in Atlanta will be $1 00 per day. The six great institutions of learning have all opened their doors for entertainment, so that there will be no question about comfortable lodgings and board. Persons desiring to avail themselves of these low rates and special train facilities, should make known this fact in advance to any one of the undersigned so that Pullman berths if desired, may be reserved, and sufficient number of coaches arranged for the accommodation of the party on this special train. For any additional information, please address:— Rev. G. L. P. Taliaferro, 1842 Lombard street, Philadelphia, Pa., Rev. W. M. Alexander, 525 McMechen street, Baltimore, Md., Rev C. T. Walker, D. D. 161 West 53rd street, New York; Rev W. Bishop Johnson, D. D., Washington, D. C, A. S Thweatt, E. P. A. 1185 Broadway, New York, N. Y., C. L. Hopkins, D. P. A., 828 Chestnut street Philadelphia, Pa., S E. Burgess, T. P. A., 120 East Baltimore street, Baltimore, Md., Anderson Bros, ticket agents, Charlottesville, Va., O. D. Wilson, C. P. and T. A., 722 Main street, Lynchburg, Va., C. W. Westbury, D. P., 920 East Main street, Richmond, Va., L. S. Brown. General Agent, 705 15th street, n. w., Washington, D. C., S H. Hardwick, General Passenger Agent, Washington, D. C. An Industrial Conference. An Industrial, Mechanical, Artistic and Agricultural Conference will be held at Lynchburg, Va., Monday and Tuesday, July 28th and 29th. The object of this gathering is to a rouse a strong and healthy industrial sentiment among the colored people of the state, especially along mechanical, artistic and agricultural lines. Ten thousand people at least are expected by the management to be present. Addresses will be delivered during the day at the Fair Ground and at night at the Warehouse by such distinguished gentlemen as Senator John W. Daniel, Prof. Booker T. Washington, Dr. E Lyon, Prof. G, W. Hayes, Hon. George H. White, Hon. Dr. C. H. Payne, Prof. George H. Stephens and Hon. John Mitchell, Jr. George Williams, Jr, is chairman of the general committee and James Waller is secretary. The Grand Master of the State of Maryland and the Grand Master of the State of Virginia have been invited to accompany the craft to Glymour, Friday August 1 1902, on the morning trip, returning in time for the train leaving Washington at 5:30 p. m. Gammon Theological Seminary A First-class Institution for the training of men for larger usefulness in the Christian Ministry; offering an advanced Three Years' Course of Study with Shorter English Courses. Four Professors giving entire timeto this work. ELEGANT LIBRARY WITH 12,000 VOLUMES. Free Rooms. Free Tuition. Board, Fuel and Lights at Low Rates. No man of gifts, grace and energy need be deprived of the advantages of this thoroughly equipped Seminary. For catalogue address the President, L. G. ADKINSON, D. D., South Atlanta, Georgia. Knowles Building. Boys' Hall. Stone Hall. Girls' Hall. Model Home. ATLANTA UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, Ga. An unsectarian Christian Institution, devoted especially to advanced education. College, Normal, College Preparatory and English High School courses, with Industrial Training. Superior advantages in Music and Printing. Athletics for boys. Physical culture for girls. Home life and training. Aid given to needy and deserving students. Term begins the first Wednesday in October. For catalogue and information, address EDUCATIONAL. To teachers and candidates for the ministry, Gammon Theologics A First-class Institution for the training of the Christian Ministry; offering an advanced Study with Shorter English Courses, timeto this work. ELEGANT LIBRARY WITH Free Rooms. Free Tuition. Lights at Low No man of gifts, grace and energy need of this thoroughly equipped Seminary President, L. G. ADKINSON, Knowles Building. Boys' Hall. Stone Hill. ATLANTA UNIVERSITY An unsectarian Christian Institution, devoted especially, College Preparatory and English High School of advantages in Music and Printing. Athletics for boys and training. Aid given to needy and deserving students in October. For catalogue and information, address. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations. Tailoring, Dress-making, Millinery, Voice Culture and Piano Forte. Literary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Solicited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. Unusual advantages for Girls and a separate building. Fall terms begins Sept. 9th, 1901. Address JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Allegheny, Pa. Principal. Whelan's Market Everything the best at the lowest Prices. A full supply of Fresh Meats received daily. Cor. 3rd and C ts., N. W. M. J, WHELAN. HARRY G. LENZ. HUGO LOSSAU LENZ & LOSSAU. Successors to CHARLES FISCHER, B SURGICAL & ST. MARTINES C C D Trusses, Crutches, Syringes, Cullery Artificial Human Eyes, Elastic Ho- siary, Abdominal Susporsers. Rubber Goods of Every Description. 623 SAVENYM Sq., NORWYNE, Opportunite Patient Office WASHINGTON, D. C. Competent Lady Attendant. 16 EDUCATIONAL. Mining of men for larger usefulness in advanced Three Years' Course of courses. Four Professors giving entire WITH 12,000 VOLUMES. Station. Board, Fuel and Low Rates. Needed be deprived of the advantages secondary. For catalogue address the DON, D. D., South Atlanta, Georgia. One Hall. Girls' Hall. Model Home. RSITY, Atlanta, Ga. especially to advanced education. College, Nor school courses, with Industrial Training. Superior for boys. Physical culture for girls. Home living students. Term begins the first Wednesday address. President HORACE BUMSTEAD, D.D. HOTEL DE BERLIN 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 musical. For information address— Rev, J. E. RANKIN, D. D., LL, D., President, GEO H SAFRORD Secretary. HOWARD UNIVERSITY MEDICAL DEPARTMENT Including Medical, Dental & Pharmaceutical Colleges. Thirty-fifth session [1902-1903] will begin October 1st, and continue seven [7] months. Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges each $80. Pharmaceutical Colleges, $70. All students must register before October 12, 1902 for Catalogue or further information apply to F. J. SHADD. A. M., M. D., Sec. 901 R St., N. W., Wash. D. C THE NATIONAL COLORED Teachers Bureau. 459 C H., N. W. Washington, D. C. 13. TEACHERS WANTED. 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 or see a sample copy of this magazine same will be sent you on receipt of 8 cents in stamp, or one year for $4.50. Addition, THE COLORED AMERICAN MAGA HIME, Dum, L. 1 Park Source, Boston, Mass. "THE HAYNES' RAZOR STROP" THE MIKADO FINE JAPANESE S PAT. AND VOL. 9 THE COLORED AMERICAN, 16 Dr James G Clayton is estivating at Hampton, Old Point and Buckro Beech, Va. Negroes are not allowed upon the grounds at Cabn John Bridge or Chevy Chase Lake. Meers. John Crowner, Al Johnson, and M. H. N. Kelly spent a few days in the city this week. It is only one car fare to the Excelsior Pleasure Park on the Ecking on line, and a good place to spend an outing. Mr. and Mrs. H N. Kelly, of At'anta, Ga. are visiting friends in this city. They will spend a few weeks at the seastoe before returning South Miss Helena Parker, of 444 I street northwest, will leave Monday for New York, Albany and Boston. She will spend about six or seven weeks. Mr. and Mrs. Harry Harris, of Providence, R I., is the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Harris, of E street south west, Mr. Harry Harris's mother. Prof, J. W. Cromwell has been elected a delegate to the Young People's Christian and Educational Conference which meets in Atlanta, Ga. early next month. Mr and Mrs. J. B Manning, of E street southwest, will spend the heated term in Sylcott Spring, Va. Mr. Manning is one of our most successful contractors and bullders. The citizens of Clarkeburg, W. Va., will hold an emancipation day celebration next month. Among the speakers invited are Ex Gov. P. B, S Pinchback and Justice Robert H. Terrell. Mr. C. E Johnson, the printer at four-and a-half and Va. avenue south west, is getting a large share of work these days. He is an enterprising practical printer, which accounts very largely for his success. The colored school patrons of the Northeast section plan to send Miss Marie Madre to the great Negro Educational and Industrial Congress at Atlanta, Ga. Miss Madre is on our most tactful, affable teachers and is beloved by pupils and parents Hon. Owen W. L. Smith, late U. S. Minister to the Republic of Liberia, has returned to this country, and spent a few days in the Nations' Capital this week. He does not paint a very glowing picture of the prospects of the Negro in the Republic of Liberia. Miss Golden M. Minor has returned from a visit to Greensboro, N. C., where she has spent a couple of months with her cousin, Mrs. William H. McNeal and her uncle Mr. Aaron Mendenball. She is the picture of health and was much benefited by the trip. Mies Jennie P. Svaun, a talented young lady, formerly a teacher in the schools of Charles County, Md., and an attache of the Government Printing Office here, is now located at Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She has opened a dressmaking establishment, and is rapidly building up a profitable business. The Personal Liberty League's banquet was a happy event. President H. Clay Hawkins occupied the chair and Mr. W. T. Menard served as toastmaster. Eloquent speeches were made by Attorney Thomas L. Jones, the guest of honor, and by Recorder Dau- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. The Strop that was invented, and is now being manufactured and sold exclusively by a colored man; the Strop that is now in use in some of the most popular barber shops in the world. The "Col red American" takes great pleasure in introducing this Strop to its patrons, as a Strop worthy of your attention and support. Do You Know that a Razor and a Razor Strop is a Sensable Article, and a Necessity in Every Man's Home, Who Shaves? No society or business man should be without a shaving outfit. We have just secured an option on two thousand (2,000) complete outfits, consisting of one pair o Mr. Haynes' Famous New Idea Razor Strops, One Germ an Hollow Ground Razor and The Badger Hair Shaving Brush. The Razor alone would cost $2.50 in any cutlery store. "The Haynes' Razo Stroop" would cost you $1.50 at any barber's supply dealer. A "Badger Hail Shaving Brush" would cost $1.25. The "Colored American" will mull prepaid to any part of the United States this complete shaving outfit on receipt of $3.00 or a pair "New Idea Razor Strops" $1.00. This offer only lasts for thirty days, The Strop that has created a sensation in the "Barber's World" on two continents. The Strop that has been enthusiastically endorsed by some of the world's greatest Tongorial Artists, to be the most practical RAZOR STROP ever manufactured. The Strop that was so highly commended at the late 'Paris Exposition" by s: m: ) of the most noted barbers in France. The Strop that was invented, and is now being by a colored man; the Strop that is now in use in shops in the world. The "Colored American" takes this Strop to its patrons, as a Strop worthy of you. Do You Know that a Razor is a Sensable Article, and Every Man's Home, No society or business man should be without secured an option on two thousand (2,000) complete Mr. Haynes' Famous New One Gorm an Hollow Group The Badger Hair Shaving The Razor alone would cost $2.50 in any cut Strop" would cost you $1.50 at any barber's Shaving Brush" would cost $1.25. The "Colored American" will mail prepaid to complete shaving outfit on receipt of $3.00 or a paid This offer only lasts for thirty days. cy, Editor Chase, Mr. C. C. Curtis and others. A most inviting place to spend a few weeks out of the city, is Lincoln, Va. A first class summer cottage conducted by Miss T. Fletcher, for the accommodation of first class colored people. There is good hunting, fishing and a first class piano in the house for the benefit of visitors. For further information address Miss T Flecher, box 22, Linco'n, Loudoun Co., Va Some very ugly tumors reach us concerning the treatment which has been accorded Mr W. E Ellis formerly of Kansas, late of the Census office, but who accompanied Dr. J. R A Crosslyn to Liberia some months ago as his secretary. Mr. Ellis is said to be in straightened circumstances with out employment and begging to be returned to the United States. Col. "Hop" Coates, who for the past four or five years has had charge of the Buffet on the River Queen, resigned his position this week. Much regret has already been expressed by the patrons of the River Queen and it is thought that his leaving the boat will take away a large number of the patrons. Several good positions have already been tendered Mr. Coates. Messrs. J. W. Cusberd, of New York. --- ECHINGER CHINA H. N. Kelly, of Atlanta, Ga., and D. D. Kenny, of Chattanooga, Tenn. were in the city this week seeing the sights and shaking hands with their many friends. Mr. Cusberd is a Washington boy, but for the past years has made his headquarters in New York City. All of the gentlemen are popular railroad men, and count their friends by the score. The Cosmopolitan Association will give a grand moonlight excursion to Indian Head, Saturday evening July 26th. It has chartered the speaker Jane Mosley and the Monumental Orchestra Everything has been secured to add to the pleasure and enjoyment of those who come. The beat leaves the Ninth street wha f at 7 p.m, returning in time for the care. Fare for the round trip, twenty-five cents. National Association of Dentists. At the recent session of National Association of Colored Dentists, which was largely attended, the following officers were elisted: D A. Ferguson Richmond, Va, president; A J. Gwathney, vice president; D. W. Orley, secretary; Miss Alice M. Waring, treasurer. After the close of the session, the visiting dentists were entertained by the local dentists to a bountious spread. --- C MR. H. C. HAYNES Chicago's Famous Negro Manufacturer His Razor Strops have Gained for him Considerable Fame in America and Europe MR. H. C. HAYNES Chicago's Famous Negro Manufacturer His Razor Strops have Gained for him Considerable Fame in America and Europe JANUARY 9 ERICAN, BLACK SKIN REMOVER. REGISTERED IN PATENT OFFICE U.S. BEFORE AFTER A.Wonderful Face Bleach. AND HAIR STRAIGHTENER. both in a box for $1, or three boxes for $2. Guaranteed to do what we say and to be the "best the world." One box is all that is required if us das directed. A WONDERFUL FACE BLEACH. A PEACH-LIKE complexion obtained if used directed. Will turn the skin of a black or brown person four or five shades lighter, and a mulatto person perfectly white. In forty-eight hours a shade or two will be noticeable. It does not turn the skin in spots but bleaches out white, the skin is mainting beautiful without continual use. We remove wrinkles, freckles, dark spots, pimples or bumps or black heads, making the skin very soft and smooth. Small pox pits, tan, liver spots removed without harm to the skin. When you g' the color you wish, stop using the preparation. THE HAIR STRAIGHTENER. that goes in every one dollar box is enough to make anyone's hair grow long and straight, and keeps it from falling out. Highly perfumed and makes the hair soft and easy to comb. Many of our customers say one of our dollar boxes worth ten dollars, yet we sell it for one dollar a box. THE NO SMELL, thrown in free. box. THE NO-SMELL thrown in fire Any person sending us one dollar in a letter o Post-Office money order, express money order or registered letter, we will send it through the mail postage prepaid; or if you want it sent C. O. D., it will come by xx. extra. it will come by express, 25c. extra. In any case where it fails to do what we claim, we will return the money or send a box free of charge. Packed so that no one will know contents except receiver. CRANE AND CO. 122 west Broad Street RICHMOND, Va. THE NEW YORK POST OFFICE OFFICE FORCE OF THE NEGRO YOUNG PEOLPE'S CHRISTIAN AND EDUCATIONAL CONGRESS, ATLANTA, GA. MAKING THE BIG CONGRESS. 2 Hope For The Negro. Hope For The Negro. Continued from First Page. boasted achievements are in fact only the small fractions that we have added to what those who have gone before accomplished. "Line upon line, precept upon precept; here a little, and there a little," is the eternal law of progress elsewhere as in spiritual things. History records no exception to this law. To the thoughtful mind it is a matter of wonder, however, if the future historian will not find one exception to the law here stated, in the development of the colored race on this Western hemisphere. It must be, either a very thoughtless mind or a mind filled with prejudice, that can fail to see, or seeing, refuse to admit, the extraordinary and phenomenal progress which the colored people are making. At the time of their emancipation, only a third of a century ago, one who could read or write, even in the crudest and most rudimental way, was a rare exception and difficult to find. And they came out from their bondage, not like the Israelites who spoiled the Egyptians, loaded with goods, but rather like Job said he came into the world—absolutely illiterate, absolutely homeless, and almost absolutely without moral ideas, or religious training and development. I will not save absolutely friendless; for, admitting that they have oft-times been the victims of much injustice on the part of unprincipled men, their former owners have always been their friends. But think of it! Five millions of people turned lose upon a land impoverished by the ravages of war. illiterate, homeless, penniless, and with no moral and religious cultivation and training! Those of the white race, standing on the eminence to which thousands of years of educational, religious, social, financial and economic cultivation and development had carried them; and surrounded by all the sacred influences of Christian civilization, with reverence for the home and family, God's oldest and most fundamental institution, lying at its foundation, did not and perhaps could not fully grass the terrible meaning of a situation such as this. They expected too much of the Negro in his untutored state. They measured him by the white man who was the product of thousands of years of mental and moral culture. This greatly increased the sadness of the Negro's situation. Those among whom he had to live could not appreciate his lack of mental and moral development. Reasoning from the history of human progress,—the slowness and difficulties with which it has been accomplished THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. the obstacles that have to be overcome, and all the known facts connected with the moral, intellectual, social, religious, and civic enlightenment and elevation of a people one might well have concluded that this was a hopeless situation. There have been many who have esteemed themselves wise enough to discover that such development was impossible to the Negro. But while they have been demonstrating its impossibility the best elements of both races have been seriously, earnestly, prayerfully, and heroically bending to the task that in the providence of God was set before them; and behold what wonders have been accomplished even in one-third of a century. That illiterate, penniless, homeless people of thirty-five years ago, void of moral ideas and religious training and development, and having little appreciation of the sacredness of the family and the home which lie at the foundation of all moral well-being, today generally possess their own humble little homes, small they may be and with but few acres surrounding them, nevertheless about them are entwined their deepest and tenderest affections. To-day we see a people who thirty-five years ago had never known the meaning of responsibility or how to provide for themselves in the smallest degree, pressing forward into the great economic struggle and engaging in all the trades, and professions, having well learned the important lesson that the needful things of life and all its comforts are the reward of industry, toil, thrift, and economy. With remarkable liberality they have divided their scanty earnings and given from their slender means till to-day their church steeples are rising side by side with those of their former masters in every town and village and on every countryside. They are fast getting an educated and intelligent ministry, and are already well able to manage their own ecclesiastical organizations. Absolutely illiterate thirty-five years ago, but to-day their schools are numerous and their colleges, universities, and seminaries are dotted all over this broad South-land, and are presided over by men of high character, broad ideas, and splendid learning. To know such men as Booker T. Washington, of Alabama, John G. Jones Esq., of Illinois, Rev. Chauncev I. Withrow, of Virginia, and Dr. C. H. Woode, of Mississippi, is to be impressed with the fact that the colored race is producing its own great leaders in every department of thought and activity. And to read the proceedings of such conventions as that of "The American Federation of Fraternal and Benevolent Associations of North America," which met in Chicago on July 3rd, 1902, one is impressed with the fact that they are keenly alive to their in- terests and moving forward under the inspiration of high ideals and high resolves. With their rapid growth of intelligence they are beginning to think for themselves. The day is past therefore, when they can be used to forward the ambitions of unprincipled and designing men for political ends. The Negro is fast becoming a citizen, not only in name but in fact, and the day is not far distant when he will be such in the best, truest, and highest sense of the word. The men above named, prominent among whom is the Rev. Chauncey I. Withrow, of Virginia, who was chosen First Vice-President of the great organization recently convened in Chicago, above referred to, are splendid illustrations and the most convincing argument, of what the elevating and refining influences of education and religion can do for the colored man. As of the white man, they make of him a Christian Gentleman in the truest sense, and fill him with love for all that is true and good, and for whatever makes for the betterment of human conditions. It is true that crimes are yet of frequent occurrence among the Negroes, but it is also true that scarcely less frequently are crimes committed by the whites, with all our boasted advantages and our centuries of training and development; and in view of all that has been accomplished in so short a time for the civilization and enlightenment of the Negro, surely all who have his welfare at heart, whether white or colored, have much to inspire them with hope, and to encourage them in their heroic struggles for his complete emancipation from the shackles and chains with which he has been bound. As to his ancient people so God is saving today, "Go Forward. And there is a land of promise awaiting all who obey His command and walk in the ways of His leading. So truly as He went before Israel's hosts to guide them across the trackless desert, so truly is He going to-day before the faithful and all who are moving under the inspiration of His high and holy purposes in the great struggle for the uplifting of humanity. The editorial in THE COLORED AMERICAN of Washington, D. C., under the caption of "Appeals to Race Prejudices" was copied in full by Editor Bryson in the daily press in the issue of the 13th inst., commending in the highest terms its logic and good sense. It was certainly one of the most sensible editorials that it has ben our good fortune to read. It ought to have been reproduced in many of the colored papers.—Louisiana, Mo., correspondent of Omaha Enterprise. THE SOUTHERN HOTEL Good board, steam heat and electric bells. Home comforts, moderate prices. 311 Pa. Av., n. w., Washington, D. G. Fine wines, liquors, cigars and Tobacco. SATTERWHITE & CO., PROPS THE M'KINLEY HOUSE, THE M'KINLEY HOUSE, 489 Missouri Ave. Near 6 St. First-class accommodations for all. An up-to-date Hotel for colored people. Rooms neatly furnished, linens clean, and prices within reach of all. Meals and Lunches served at all hours. The PORTER : HOUSE ; CAFE 103 6th St., N. W. Wines, Liquors and Cigars.—A full line of the choicest liquors, the best brands of cigars and the coolest beer in Washington. BROWN & SMITH, Proprietors. MRS. D. T. GIBBONS WHOLESALE MANUFACTURING and RETAIL CONFECTIONER. 523 41 Street Southwest, WASHINGTON, D. C. Wedding Cakes Made and Parties Furnished at Short Notice Ice Cream All Year Round W. H FISHER DYER AND CLEANER, 709 9th St. n. w. Washington. 1407 14th St. n. w Telephone 115 2. MISS DEMOCRACY IN EVIDENCE. The division among the partp leaders is forcing Miss Democacy to do a deal of hasting. A Noted Phylistician Dead Dr. Samuel A. Ebert, one of the oldest citizens and best known physicians of the state of Indiana, died a few days ago at his home in Indiana, polis, Ind, after an illness of more than a year. He was born free in Kent county, Maryland, and worked his way to an enviable prominence in intellectual culture, and became a graduate in medicine through his own unaided efforts, serving in many menial capacities, and pursuing a policy of rigid economy. He was a leader in the political and religious thought of his times in the state and was highly respected by the people, both white and colored. He was a member of the city Board of Health in 1872, and acted as president thereof. In 1885, he was nominated for the legislature, but was reelected with the rest of the republican ticket. He was tendered a place on the Board of Pension Surgeons by President Harrison and the counselship to Bahia by President McKinley, but he accepted neither assignment. Dr. Elbert served in the army as personal attendant to Major Rutherford B. Hayes, who afterwards became President. In one of the companies of the regiment in which Dr. Elbert served, William McKinley was a private soldier. The deceased leaves a wife and six children. He was at one time a man of large means. Dr. Elbert was honest to a fault, and was universally recognized as a conscientious and high-minded citizen, with little patience with the sharp practices of the politician with whom public duty brought him in contact. Pencil Pushers Take an Outing. The Pen and Pencil Club's picnic Tuesday at Lake View Park was wellattended, and the occasion was, as usual, an additional feather in the cap of this popular aggregation of quilldrivers. The weather could not have been finer had it been made to order. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. and the first public function under the administration of President H. P. Slaughter was "pu'led off" under the most flattering auspices. Prof. Hoffman's orchestra gave perfect satisfaction, and a'l were sorry when the "Home Sweet Home" number on the program was reached. The governing board, Messrs. Houston, Lacy, Gray, Wills and Johnson did their work without a flaw, and Messrs. Toomey Goins, Manly and others members gave timely assistance. Basoball at White Sulphur. White Sulphur Springs, Va. Special—A very fine game was played here today on the White Sulphur grounds with the Louisburg giants. Miller, who did the pitching for the home club, did some very fine work giving the giants only two hits. Gardner, who did the pitching for the Giants, did very well too, but he lost his head in the eighth inning which give Tolliver and Pryor a chance to show what they could do in a pinch. In the eighth inning, Cramer was the first man up and drew a base on ball. Jackson followed and was hit by a pitched ball Pryor followed with a threebagger to deep left. Ross was also given a base on ball. Tolliver walked up to one plate and walked one to deep center for three bases, sending Pryor and Ross across the plate, but the ball came home time enough to catch Tolliver at the plate. The next two men up were easy out to the infield, which retired the side. The Giants came in for a strong fight in the ninth out were easily handled. The score finally stood. White Sulphur: 4 runs, two hits, 1 error; Lewisburg Giants: 0 runs, two hits, 3 errors. An Impartial Court. Mr. Justice Hagner of the District Supreme Court, while holding Equity Court No.1, last Monday was thus an- pealed to by a lawyer who evidently took it for granted that his prejudice in a certain direction was shared by Judge Hagner. "Your honor, these are Negroes who are attempting to trifle with the court." Colored people, you mean," observed the court. "I move your honor to order the commitment of the defendant in this (a divorce) case, as he is already $6,000 in arrears, and tenders only $15 00 " The judge promptly said: "I will not grant the order now. The showing made by the defendant here through his attorney (both the defendant and his attorney in the case are colored) is far more commendable than the conduct of some other men of white skin " The lawyer subsided and justice moved on serenely. A Unique Publication. Among the many magazines which come to this office none is mere welcome than the Broadway Magazine. It is replete with good things, is full of up to date illustrations, giving special attention to the gentle sex, with the finest quality of half ten cuts of the young women in public life of to today. This magazine can be had at any news stand and sells for the very small price of ten cents per copy. Narragansett Pier Notes. Narragansett Pier, R. I., Special—Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hopson, of Philadelphia, a newly married couple, have a beautiful suite of rooms at Brown Villa. Mr Hopson is one of the successful caterers of his town, and is here in charge of the bellmen at the Gladstone Hotel. Mr. Lloyd Lyles, who has been a regular visitor here for the past seven years, is again on the scene. Men, Women, Boys and Girls. Who want to make $200 a month or AMUSEMENTS. Watson's Park. Washington's Great Pleasure Resort, located on Glen Echo Railroad, Md., now open for the season, and it is hoped that every person will pay one visit to the Park this season there has been many improvements made for your enjoyment. All churches, social clubs and associations are invited to spend their outing this summer at Watson's Park. Special car can be charted Direct for the Park and ordered back when wanted. Cars for every day service. Take Chevy Chase for the Park. Those driving take Conduit to Turners and turn to the right. For further information apply to A. D. WATSON 2025 L Street, N. W Excelsior Pleasure Park. Park. Formerly known as MADRE'S PARK. Is open for engagements for picnics and out-door entertainments by Sunday Schools, Churches. Societies and reputable Clubs and individuals for the season of 1902. Run under entirely new auspices, the Excelsior Business Club. Offers the best facilities to car line, as the Berwyn line of cars will let passengers off at the gate of the Park. ONLY ONE FARE. Ample, covered Pavillion. Good water. Enclosed grounds with swings and other improvements. For further information or engagements address, or call at the residence of. Walter R. Franklin, President. 320 Elm Street, N. W., City Will see callers from 4 to 7 o'clock p.m. Jones' Park. Conduit Park, near Rock Spring Club. Take Car at 36th and Prospect Avenues. Meals Served at all Hours. Open all Night. Everything strictly first class. Take F street cars to Georgetown, ask to be put off at Jones'. R. E. Lewis, W. H Belt, Proprietors. Buy Your Shoes From ...The... Capital Shoe Store, 733 7TH STREET, N. W. Between G and H Streets. A fine Line of Men's Women's and Child- ren's Shoes and Rub- bers at lowest prices. The Only Shoe Store in the city conducted by colored Men. increase their salary to $2 400 a year, will please send their name and address to Soott Remedy Co., P. O. Box 570 Louisville, Ky. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. THE EDITOR'S MAIL BAG 6 The innovation offered by THE COLORED AMERICAN a few weeks ago in presenting to our many natrons a handsome illuminated supplement—the latest and best photograph of Booker T. Washington, artistically done in four colors—has set the country "by the ears," in common parlance. Not only has this unusual production attracted widespread attention, but unstinted praise has come to us because of the bright and original "features" introduced, the unique method of discussing the topics of the day in a breezy, chatty way that at once interests, amuses and instructs. Our several departments, abounding in wit and wisdom; editorials that carry both scholarship and "ginger;" our newsy local paragraphs and mirror of society—all appeal to the most cultured and refined tastes. More than that, when the pressure of advertising has been too great for our usual forms, THE COLORED AMERICAN has not hesitated to enlarge to twenty-pages, giving our subscribers their quota of reading matter, without additional charge. To give an idea of the pleasant surprise our progressive spirit and journalistic push have given our friends, and to show the wide area covered by our operations, we give below a few sample letters picked up at random from "The Editor's Mail Bag." [Telegram.] WANTS THEM IN A HURRY. Greensboro, N. C.—Send one hundred copies last issue COLORED AMERICAN. J. B. DUDLEY, A. and M. College. Memphis, Tenn.—Please send to me ten copies of last week's issue. Fold so Prof. Washington's picture will not bend, or rather, tear. Can sell that many as soon as received. May order more. W. M. T. PRACTICAL PROMOTION OF SUCCESS. Jacksonville, Fla.—Please find enclosed my check for five dollars to cover my subscription. Wishing you continued success, I am, Baltimore, Md.—The current issue of THE COLORED AMERICAN is a great one, which certainly adds to your fame as a leader in Afro-American journalism. In this and the annual of the Florida Sentinel, we truly see the race's brains in journalism. F. F. J. KNOWS HOW TO HELP. New York City. I am in receipt of your letter enclosing bill for my subscription to your valuable paper and cheerfully enclose the sum of two dollars for the coming year. I enjoy reading your paper very much and think I can succeed in getting at least one subscriber. M. S. J. WE SHALL BE WITH YOU. East Orange, N. J.—Please find enclosed check for my subscription. Hope to see you at our next convention at my old home in Richmond. Must congratulate you on the high excellence of the AMERICAN in both ma er and appearance. Best regards and wishes for your future attainments. I am, Very respectfully yours, J. N. V. OMEGA OF ATTAINMENT. Scaife, Ark.—I have received your peerless paper THE COLORED AMERICAN, very regularly, and always enjoy its timely contents. Wish every Negro alive to-day could read, and that they would read it each week. It is so rich and good until I hate to have it alone, though rarely part with a copy—in fact never do unless I know the favored party is going to appreciate the treat and read it, and that any sane human being will do. Really your paper is the Omega of high attainment and perfection in the journalistic way. Enclosed find check for $3. With best wishes for your success, I beg to remain your devoted friend, H. G. B. QUICK TO NOTE IMPROVEMENTS Charlotte, N. C.—Your letter of May 20th, enclosing bill on account of subscription, has been received and I enclose herewith check on Charlotte for $2 covering same. I have noticed the several improvements which you have made in THE COLORED AMERICAN, and desire to congratulate you on same. Wishing for your paper the success which it justly merits, I desire to remain Yours very truly, H. J. G. EXAMPLE SHOULD BE FOLLOWED. I purchased a copy of COLORED AMERICAN this week with B. T. Washington's picture as supplement. I consider this step an advancement in Negro journalism and one which our better Negro papers would do well to follow. I consider your paper confined to no class or sect but a paer of the people. I congratulate your eminent success in journalism and trust the future holds out to you greater success than now imaginable. THE PLEASURE IS OURS. St. Paul, Minn.—I enclose herewith subscription for one year. It is a small matter compared with the good that I get out of your paper. Taking into consideration the enclosed and other matters I have sent you respecting the council, can you tell me if you ever saw more smoke as you go down the pike than we are making for the council? Kindly give us notice. Please send us a list of persons to whom we might send copies of the enclosed matter. Also please send me four portraits of Prof. Washington. See that they are evenly folded and wrapped in a horn so that they will not break, and send half a dozen copies of paper under separate cover. I wish to present them to white friends of mine. Let me congratulate you on your push. F. L. McG. DELIGHTED WITH OUR STORY. New Orleans, La.—I was so well pleased after reading your issue of the 18th with your article on the life history of Prof. Booker T. Washington, of Tuskegee Institute, that I wired you for one hundred copies. Our schools and universities are just about having their commencement exercises, and I thought it would be a good idea for each young man to have a copy of this issue as they go forth into the battle of life. I think Professor Washington's life will be a beautiful story for them, as no man of our race is doing more for the welfare and upbuilding of his people. His life's good work should be read in our schools, as none is more worthy of emulation. I have just received the sad news of the death of my old friend and comrade, Capt. Thos. S. Kelly. Hoping this may find your family and friends, as well as yourself, in the best of health and spirits, I am, WHAT EVERY FAMILY SHOULD KNOW. Editor Colored American: I have read a great number of Negro papers, but the Colored American is the best Negro journal that I have ever seen. It is just what every Negro family should have in their home. I speak proudly of this paper and I wish that I had the opportunity of reading it oftener than I do. I have been reading your paper for several years and am compelled to tell you it is one of the grandest papers that has been published by a Negro journalist. Your paper has been sent to me for several years by my cousin, Prof. W. H. Richards, and I appreciate the favor very highly. I would feel proud if the Negroes in the State of Tennessee could publish a journal on the same broad lines. I trust the Colored American will never die. N. J. L. Contemporary Views. The Colored American is the leading race paper in the United States. It is always full of news.-Southwestern Herald, Victory, Texas. THE COLORED AMERICAN of the District of Columbia deserves much credit for the excellent picture of Prof. B. T. Washington.—Western World. HIP. HIP. HURRAH! We believe in giving credit to whom credit is due, and for this reason we say three cheers for THE COLORED AMERICAN of Washington, D. C., for its get-up and get in journalism. It deserves the patronage of the people all over the country.—The Rock Hill Messenger. PUT DOWN ANOTHER "TALLY." Last week the Washington (D. C.) COLORED AMERICAN issued as a supplement a four-colored engraving of Prof. Pooker T. Washington. The engraving is a triumph of mechanical art and skill. The American announces that it will issue these supplements at frequent intervals and that the series will include only those leaders of the race whose merits and services entitle them to prominence. Score another for THE COLORED AMERICAN.—Maxton Blade Editor E. E. Cooper, of the Washington (District of Columbia) Colored American, whose cut appears in this issue of the Times-Speaker, is a man that the Speaker delights to do honor. He is one of the race's most trusty leaders, and as a newspaper man and all around hustler, perhaps he stands without a peer among Afro-American journalists. He is a man whose name is bound to live in after years as a land mark in Negro journalism.—Times-Speaker, Denver, Colo. DISCORD IN CHURCH ORGANS. It is remarkable that the coarsest expressions bordering on profanity, to be found in any of our exchanges, are in the church organs.—Baltimore Lancet. "The Man-on the-Corner," in the Colored American, is being discussed all over the city. His pertinent paragraphs, spicy shots and humorous hits have endeared him to literary Washington and his criticisms are caustic and searching.—W. T. Menard in New York Age. "LADY OF THE TIGER" AGAIN. Director Merriam says he is not responsible for the dismissal of Negro clerks, as the clerks for permanent retention were named ov the Senators and Congressmen. Now, are the Negroes in the North, East and West going to vote for Congressmen, this fall?—St. Luke's Herald. Harry Smith of the Cleveland Gazette has declared a never-ending war on E. E. Cooper, of the Washington Colored American. Smith has made out against Mr. Cooper a case of crookedness. Cooper replies that Smith is disgruntled and that the charges are without foundation. Thus matters stand. Well, boys, let us call the bet off and begin the attack upon the common enemy. Dallas Express. MERRIAM COULDN'T HELP HIMSELE Mr. Merriam tried his hardest to keep those (the few colored clerks retained by Congressional influence) out, but he couldn't help those who remained. The Census, under Merriam and Merriamism will be remembered for its unfairness to Afro-Americans, and its cringing to Democrats, to whom Merriam is connected by natural affinity and political affiliation. But he could not prevent the race from being represented, for if he could, the permanent Census which goes into effect to-day, would contain no Afro-American and yet Merriam is a Republican and a Northerner. Roscoe Simmons, in Charleston (W. Va.) Advocate. The true minister carries happiness, not discord, in his train. FINANCIAL. HERE IS A CHANCE. To get the money you want, We have more than we need. We will make loans to every body without delay. If you want money see us to-day. You will not be disap pointed. Loans made on Furniture, Pianos, Organs, E c, without removal. Loans to salaried employes Without endorsement. 602 F Street N. W. Cor. 60 St. Capital Loan Guarantee Company. Loans of $10 and upwards made on FURNITURE PIANOS HORSES. Wagons, etc., at lowest rates and n the day you apply. We are loaning on the Building and Loan Association plan, which raises the cost of carrying loans much less that you pay elsewhere, and allows you to pay it off in any sized notes you desire, running from one to twelve months. You only pay for the use of the money for the length of time you carry it. If you have a loan with some other company we will pay it off and advance you more money if desired. Rates cheerfully given, and no cost to you unless the loan is made. Loans made any where in the district. Call and get rates. Front room, first floor, Scientific American building. Nation of Mortgage Loan Co. 625 F St., N. W. The National Safe Deposit Savings and Trust Company Corner 15th St. & New York Ave. Capital: One Million Dollars. Pays terest on deposits. Rents Safes! sides Burglar-proof Vanity Acts as administrator executor, trustee, &c. DO YOU NEED If so, come to us. We are always ready to loan you any amount you may need. You can repay it in small monthly payments to suit your convenience. We make loans on Furniture, Pianos, &c., without removal or any publicity in any way. All business is private. Washington Mortgage Loan Co. 610-F Street-610 CAPITAL SAVINGS BANK. 609 F St. N. W., Washington,D.C. Capital $50,000. Hon. Jno. R. Lynch, President. L. C. Bailey, Treasurer. J. A. Johnson, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Directors: Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. S. Lofton, Whitefield McKinlay, L. C. Bailey, Robt. H. Terrell, W. S, Montgomery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre, Henry E. Baker, Robt. Williams J. T. Bradford. Dr. W. A. Warfield, J. A. Johnson, Dr. A. W. Tancil, Howard H. Williams. Deposits received from 10 cents upward. Interest allowed on $5,000 and above. Collections meet with prompt attention. A general exchange and banking business done. Bank open from 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. W. M. DRURY'S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St., corner L. N. W, Washington, D. C. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. "SHADOW AND LIGHT." Press Comment Upon Judge M. W. Gibbs' Masterly Autobiography-Race History Revealed. A MERITORIOUS WORK—Judge Gibbs' book, "Shadow and Light," is one of the best books that has been placed on the market for years, bar none. For grace and ease of diction, bearing the reader right on as glides the canoe on smooth waters, neither halting nor hesitating when they become troubled or boisterous. Unflagging interest attends each page. First, the writer has something to tell that people want to hear. It deals with a period of most vital interest in the history of our country and people. It is told in a courageous and masterful manner, never obtrusive, for although strong, classical without the thought or study of the author. It is more concise and laconic than plain, ordinary language ever is, containing much in little. Running all through the pages are bits of instruction, which, although addressed to the colored race, may be of benefit to all. There are here and there bits of philosophy that not only vie with, but outstrip Hugo's best efforts. Simply as history, truthful, fair and unprejudiced, the work is worth many times its price. Containing all these and many more praiseworthy qualities, the work must meet with a large sale.—Little Rock Advertiser. As a globe trotter—almost the Ulysses of the Negro race. The book is unpretentious, relating personal experiences in Philadelphia British Columbia, Florida, California, England, Paris, Arabia, Arkansas and Madagascar. Narrated with a fidelity and picturesqueness which makes it interesting from start to finish. Valuable in an educational sense, eminent men with whom the author has been associated, and historical events in which he has taken part. A creditable contribution to current literature. Pine Bluff Daily Commercial. The book will strongly appeal to all interested in the history and welfare of the race in America.—Washington Post Washington, D. C. We are particularly glad to welcome this most entertaining volume of history, travel and observation, for Judge Gibbs has written it in a delightfully refreshing vein that will attract the attention and hold it to the end. It is an entrancing as any book of travel ever written.—Ark. Democrat. I am a little pessimistic as to Negro authors and books. But the way you treat an old subject is fascinating. I have spoken of it to my congregation. Rev. Dr. L. S. Flagg, Washington, D. C. Judge Gibbs, the leading colored citizen, is an entertaining writer, and a man of varied experience. The volume is embellished with many portraits of distinguished individuals who are subjects of the author's fruitful pen. There is not a dull page in the book. Arkansas Gazette. Those who would be leaders of the race could do nothing better than to read and take inspiration from what can be found in "Shadow and Light."—Hon. James Lewis, New Orleans, La. A story ostensibly of himself, but that involves a large number of the leading men and events of the nation for many years past. It is history and biography entertwined and reads like a romance. Southwestern Christian Advocate, New Orleans, La. It is an interesting and instructive book from a very talented man who ranks among the foremost of his race. Hot Springs Daily News. Impossible to read it without grasping in clear outline the leading characters and happenings in the Nation's life, secular and religious institutions which for the past century have operated in the name of the race. Especial attention has been paid by Mr. Gibbs to the origin and struggles of Afro-Methodism and to the career of not a few of its founders. Christian Recorder, Philadelphia, Pa. It is an exceedingly entertaining and thrilling narrative of the trials and struggles of the colored people before and since emancipation, and record of heroic deeds of many of the grand men and women who were pioneers in the work of freeing, educating and elevating the race. It should be read by rising and future generations.—Ex-Gov. P. B. S. Pinchback, New Orleans, La. The most captivating in manner and thrilling in intensity. It is an epitome of history and travel that informs and delights. Colored American, Washington. D.C. For sale by John H. Wills, 506 Eleventh stret, N. W. Price $1.25. Letter From Prince Henry. Principal Booker T. Washington has received an autograph letter from Prince Henry, of Prussia, thanking him for the book "Up From Slavery," and jubilee music, which Mr. Washington, during that famous Waldorf-Astoria reception, promised to send the Prince. The letter was couched in the most cordial language and breathed sincere admiration for Mr. Washington in every line, and evinced the deepest interest in his work for the uplifting of humanity. The Prince said he had read the book carefully, and was struck with the wonderful story it unfolded of heroism under difficulties. He hoped that Mr. Washington would some day visit the German Emperor and indicated that a revival of his acquaintance would be a positive pleasure. The letter was written on board the Prince's yacht, Kaiser Wilhelm, and bore the crests of his royal station. The mental breadth and Christian conduct of such men as Prince Henry inspire our race with a refreshing belief in a brighter future and breeds within us a species of pity for the poor whites who are too mean to recognize merit because it happens to be clothed in a dark skin. The Twenty Fifth Coming Home. A communication from William A. Pledger, Jr., postmarked Dagupan, Pancasinan, Philippine Islands, dated at Bolinao, Zambales, states that the 25th Infantry was ordered to sail for America (the land of civilization) on the 15th of July. Mr. Pledger is a member of Company G of that regiment, and is serving as Clerk of the Summary Court. Brigadier-General, A. S. Burt, U. S. Army, late Colonel of the 25th Infantry, has issued a circular letter commending in the highest terms the soldierly qualities of the men who had been under him at El Caney, O'Donnel, Arayat and lesser the inhabitants were not genuinely sorry mander spoke proudly of the ten years that he had been in charge of one of the very best regiments in the United States Army. A government Inspector pronounced it to be the finest body of soldiers he had seen among the American troops and the Inspector-General said it was the best regiment in the Philippines. At the department competition in 1897, the 25th swept the field. Former Colonel Burt praised the "boys" for their record of good behavior at home and abroad, and failed to recall of the many places the regiment had been stationed in the islands, anywhere that or more bales, yielding a profit of 200 when the order came to leave their towns. Those gallant soldiers will, however, be glad to see their native land once more. On to Norfolk! The Departmental Pleasure Club announces another one of those special tourist excursions to Norfolk, for which it is justly famous. August 2nd, 1902, is the date, 5:30 p.m., the hour of departure, $2.50 round trip is the "trouble," Old Point, Newport News and Hampton, Va., the objective points. Every possible arrangement has been made all along the line to contribute to the highest pleasure and comfort of its guests. Those who remember the two successes of this Club's excursions in the past need no guarantee of what may be expected. Like the phonograph—they speak for themselves. Go and don't go alone but take your family. We are of the opinion that a little tinkering with the tariff wouldn't hurt. The consumer pays the tax, and we are the consumers. To Notley Hall, Upper Glymont, Lower Cedar Point, Rock Point Other Points On The Potomac. RIVER QUEEN The Swift ommodious Steamer RIVER QUEEN, with Electric Lights and fitted up with all Modern Improvements and licensed by U S. Inspector to carry 1,000 Passengers has just been thoroughly over hauled and refitted for the Excursion season 1902. Can be chartered to run Excursions to Notley Hall, Upper Glymont, Lower Point and Rock Point. Office: N Street Wharf, Clyde Line, Telephone 605-2. Main Residence: 154 E. Capitol St. Telephone 88-Y 2. DINNER SET FREE ments of all kinds and many other premiums for s 15 days to deliver goods and collect for them We quired. We prepay all freight charges. Illustrated CO, Chesman Blo'g, St Louis, Mo. We can personally assure our readers that the S worthy-Editor ) v other premiums for selling Salvona Soaps and Perfumes. We allow you collect for them We give cash commission if desired. No money reight charges. Illustrated catalogue free. Write to-day, SALVONA SOAP Louis, Mo. Our readers that the Salvona Soap Co., is thoroughly reliable and trusted ments of all kinds and many other premiums for selling Salvona Soaps and Perfumes. We allow you 15 days to deliver goods and collect for them. We give cash commission if desired. No money required. We prepay all freight charges. Illustrated catalogue free. Write to-day, SALVONA SOAP CO, Chesman Blu'g, St Louis, Mo. We can personally assure our readers that the Salvona Soap Co., is thoroughly reliable and trusted worthy—Editor ) SCREENS John B. Espey, Hardware 1010 P. Ave SUMMER RESORTS. THE HOME OF THE MARSHALLS Atlantic City, New Jersey A natural garden spot, high with constant breeze from the Blue Ridge mounains, frequent drives, good board. TERMS:- $3.00 and $3.50 per Week. APPLY TO Miss T. Fletcher, Lincoln, Loudoun Co., Va. Box 22, --- ```markdown ``` The strong, netal-center Window Screens for only...... Just the screen you want for the door; it's strong and well made. Complete for..... The Dudley Inn. for sell ng 24 boxes Salvona Soaps or bottles Salvona Perfumes. To introduce our soaps and perfumes, we give free to every purchaser of a box or bottle, a beautiful cut glass pattern 10-inch fruit bowl, or choice of many other valuable articles. To the agent who sells 24 boxes soap we give our 50-piece Dinner Set full size, handsomely decorated and gold-lined. We also give Curtains, Couches, Rockers, Parlor Tables, Sewing Machines, Parlor Lamps, Musical Instru UNITED STATES STORAGE CO. 418 & 420 10 St., N. W. Furniture, Stoves, Store Fixtures, etc., bought and sold. Storage 75 cent per month. We buy and sell everything. THE HOTEL HENDERSON. A strictly up to-date hotel for the accommodation of first-class colored people. It has all modern improvement, large and airy rooms newly u. hoistered, renovated and repapered. Its location is the very best in a quiet neighborhood and within sight of the Board Walk and the Ocean. The cuisine is the best-Mr. Henderson being a professional caterer. Rates reasonable. For particulars address. STACY I. HENDERSON. 120 N. Mississippi Av, Atlantic City N J KEEN COTTAGE. This Cottage is about two squares from either railroad. It will accommodate about fifty guests. Rooms are large and airy with a beautiful piazza, it has been thoroughly renovated and put in first-class condition, with all modern conveniences. No pains will be spared to make everything com-fortable for our patrons. MR. S. A. KEEN. Upperville, Virginia. Mrs. Virginia Plukett, Upperville Va. Farquar County, desires to take a number of first class summer boarders. Uppe ville is located in a beautiful part of Virginia and arrangements have been already made to give first class service to a limited number of persons who desire to spend a few weeks in the summer. Rates are reasonable and the Villa is ocated close to the B'u Ridge Mountains with splendid water, etc. For further inform at address Mrs. Virginia Plukett, Upperville, Farquar County, Va. 8 The Colored American Published by THE COLORED AMERICAN Publishing Company. 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All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THE COLORADO AMERICAN, EDWARD E. COOPER, MANAGER 459 C Street Northwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. Sold by all all News Dealers. SATURDAY, JULY 26, 1902. DUTY AND DESTINY To be honest, to be kind, to earn a little and to spend a little less; to make upon the whole a family happier for his presence; to renounce when that shall be necessary and not be embittered to keep a few friends, but these without capitulation—above all, on the same grim condition to keep friends with himself—here is a task for all that a man has of fortitude and dehcycy,—Robert Louis Stevenson. W O PAYS THE T*X:S? One Col. Talbert, who aspires to be governor of South Carolina says: "The b list and the spelling book must be taken away from the Negro. Let the Negro go to the fields where he belongs; let him pay his teachers as he does his preacers; and let he white man's axes go to educate the white man's children." In this utterance Col. Talbert does not represent the best sentiment of the South. He does not speak for the bankers, the merchants, nor the great land owners of the progressive states, for they are wise enough to understand that fundamental principle of economics that the consumers pay all the taxes, and that the apparent taxpayer is nothing more than a middleman or distributing agent between the actual producer and the revenue office. These men do not care to have too much stress laid upon this fact, because, while little may be feared from a revolt of Negroes against the unequal division of profit, the South is developing an industrial system in which white men are gradually increasing, and this class may be too intelligent to be put aside by sophistices or controlled by racial animosities. The wealthy manufacturer or planter of the South wishes peace along both social and economic lines and he can afford to be gener us. It is the "cracker" class that howl about Negro progress, and who decry the spelling book for Negro use. Crackers are numerous but, aided by the sympathy and money of the northern philanthropists, the blacks are outstripping them in the arts and sciences, and the porer classes are incubating drastic measures to keep them back. It is to them ```markdown ``` THE COLORED AMEPICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. that such marplots as Col. Talbert addresses his remarks, and from them he receivos vociferous and uncouth "amens!" As a matter of fact the Negro is the backbone of southern industry. He is a producer for others, but his labor is the essential ingredient in the taxable quality of his production. He is a heavy consumer, and pays his tax in rents and in the profits adduced from the sale to him of living necessities Take the Negro out of the economic sphere of the South, and you have little left. He is not only paying his own preachers directly, and his teachers partly so—but the Negro by the revenue derived from his brawny muscles, is contributing to the education of the white man's children. These are facts. Of course this argument will not appeal to Col. Talbert, for he is a special pleader, and is blind and deaf to reason. It will not appeal to the audie ces he addresses, for they are besotten with prejudice and jealousy u der the magic of his cunning platitudes and brutal philosophy. Talbert is worse than his dupes, for he knows bet er, but is playing them for the sake of place and power at the expense of his finer sense of decency and fair play. Our prayer is that there will rise up in many quarters, proud, high-minded white men who will decline to win by despicable means,when they can succeed more permanently by righteous ones, and who will rebuke with all their might the un Americanism of Talbert, Tillman a d that entire outfit of blackguards and political brigands. This represents what the 57th Congress did for the Negro-000! T E G O S T E L OF WORK. Everybody must work at something. This is the inexorable law of nature, and he who tries to escape it will be broken upon the wheel. Servers and the served simply exchange places as the character of service is required, and the best thinkers dismiss the threadbare notion that any particular kind of labor was divinely ordained to be performed by any particular division of the human family. There is no legitimate race or national line in the distribution of talents or opportunities Nobody is too good to work at anything that serves mankind, or makes for the glory of the Almighty. By reason of superior adaptability, personal taste, or love of ease, all of us prefer to follow the business that pleases us, but if neces ity calls an individual to an uncongenial occupation, the work should be done in the very best manner possible, until something more to the liking can be found. While thousands are trained to write a prescription, preach a sermon, instruct a class, edit a newspaper, conduct a business or to help govern a nation many more will be called to sweep a floor, nurse the sick professionally, set type, cook a meal, wait on the table, wash and iron clothing, make a dress or suit in-style, trim a hat, fell a tree, or dig a ditch. Whatever one's station let it be filled capably and thoroughly. It is the cheerful laborer who most speedily wins promotion, and the fittest will be first called to more lucrative rewards. It is noble to strive for preferment, but ignoble to sit down impatiently and whine because Dame Fortune refuses to offer us our desires upon a silver platter. The gospel of work is a time-worn text, but The Colored American loves to preach it again and again, and sugges that the Negro pulpits hammer away every Sabbath day upon the ame line. The governors of Illinois and North Carolina are setting a fine example for other executives in their efforts to sustain the mojes y of the law. THE YOUMG PEOPLD'S CONGRESS, Prof. I. Garland Penn and Rev. J. W. E. Bowen, the corresponding secretaries of the Young People's Christian and Educational Congress, are putting the finishing touches up in what promises to be the largest outpouring of Afro-americans that this continent has ever witnessed. It will be held at Atlanta, Ga., from August 6th to 11th. The movement is undenominational, and the forty religious and educational agencies, are estimated to attract to Georgia's capital upwards of 15 000 people. The purpose is to reach the unreached Negro. The discussions announced for the meeting cover a wide range of topics, and the attendance of many delegates of national reputation, gives assurance that the Congress will exert a vast spiritual influence upon the race and country at large. Reduced rates are offered by the rail roads, and the local committees guarantee a happy time for all visitors during their stay in Atlanta. We bespeak for the Congress a great success Race prejudice shsuld be stamped out of Cuba at once. Build today. Major Micah Jenkins is a democrat, but not of the lynching variety. Comparisons may be obvious, but British subjects are not lynched or burned at the stake. The need of the race is men—men with rich, red, aggressive blood in their veins, backed by character and intelligence. King Edward has more black subjects than any other ruler on earth, but he manages to jog along comfortably without a "race problem." It may be that the Council's fizzle at St. Paul is, in some measure, due to the failure of the Boston Gurdian's man to so arrange with the rail oads that he could be present When a newspaper makes a pers nal attack upon high officials of as great an organization as the A. M. F. Church, it should be sure that confirmatory evidence can be produced. Groundless charges will prove a boomera g. The irrigation law enacted by Congress provides for the reclamation of a vast area of arid lands in the West. This offers another great chance for the pioneer Negro who wishes to relieve the congested South to find a home free in a land of unlimited opportunity. Has the Negro the pioneer spiri? According to the latest report Tuskegee Institute enrolled last session 1390 students, 930 young m n and 460 young women The value of buildings added by student, labor this yerr is $5931818. Total receipts for the year outside of cash and labor paid by students have been $326 692.23. The endowment fund now stands $299,1602. Great is Tuskegee Institute and great is Booker T. Washington. Mr. Cooper did not go to St. Paul because he had no time to waste. He is convinced that he can better serve the masses by staying at home and attending to the business of getting out a fearless race advocate than by running after fake press conventions and councils that exist only on paper Mr. Cooper is not a dress-parade warrior it is hoped that the Boston Guardian is satisfied. We call upon the Negro press of the country protest every week against the appointment of Senator McLaurin to a judgship on the Court of Claims. Lily-whiteism, fostered by a republican administration, means the finish of the Negro as a factor in the South or North. McLaurinism stands for the elimination of the Negro. His defeat would save the republicans the mistake of giving such a policy their endorsement. Mrs. James B. Judley, wife of the president of the A. and M. College, Greeneboro, N. C.. has written a drama entitled the "Evolution of the Negro," which was played by the students of that school to the delight of a crowded house. Mrs. Dudley is a splendid woman and a true helpmeet to her distinguished husband. The talent of our women is being developed in a very plausible way. More should launch out into new fields. J. H. Stotsenberg, of Indiana, in indicting the Christian Church for its flagrant dereliction of duty in failing to cry out against the mighty sins of this nation committed against the defenseless *egro, sounds very much like the bugle-blast of Albion W, Tourgee before he became discouraged by the black race's indifference to its own we fare. We would draw thousands of white friends to our standard if we would put up an intelligent, united and unwavering fight for ourselves. We do not share in the feeling that Ben Tillman should not be invited to be present at Negro gatherings, or be asked to say something. It would be a revelation to him were he allowed the privilege of witnessing our annual high school drills and commencements, and see the handsome colored audiences that attend these functions. Among other faults that mar Tillman's judgment, is his ignorance of things heought to know. Yes, let Tillman come around and see us at our best. The Colored American is a sincere friend and admirer of Bishop Alexander Walters He is a thorough race man, and his advice is always sound, progressive and courage us. He is hopeful under the most distressing circumstances, yet never underrates the gravity of a situation. Had his plans been faithfully adhered to, the African Council would have been intrenched in every state, and any party candidate hoping for success would have had a massive organization to reckon with. The grand jury has returned an indictment against John R Russell for violating a United States postal law. It is not believed that there is enough in the case to warrant a serious trial. MEN OF THE HOUR. - Rev. Charles S. Morris. The eloquent Baptist divine. Rev. Charles S. Morris. The eloquent Baptist divine. M. Senator John L. McLaurin. South Carolina. Editor John Mitchell, Jr, Richmond, Va. Editor John Mitchell, Jr, Richmond, Va. [Illustration of a man in formal attire]. Mr. Robert W. Taylor. Iuskegee's Financial Agent. Mr. Robert W. Taylor. Iuskegee's Financial Agent. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. A MEMORY. From The New York Age. I sing of the love I knew, In the far off ye rs now dead A love that bloomed, where the old sea boomed, Thrilled me awhile and fled. I sing of the pain I know A pain in the heart so deep, That it wastes my life, in this wretched strife. And follows me to sleep- I sing of the dream that comes Haunting my troubled brain, When roars the sea, and I with Tree, Hand clasped in thine again. THOMAS H. R. CLAKKE, Washington, D. G. We Would Like to Know Where is Dorsey Foultz. Have you any money in the bank? Who will succeed Prof. Waring as supervising principal. Will Editor John Mitchell's church membership "stay put?" Isn't the picnic and excursion business being a trifle overdone? Why not appoint T. Thomas Fortune as postmaster of Red Bank? Has the District of Columbia ten or six mon pure justices of the place? Why does it take a lodge five hours to transact thirty minutes of business. Why doesn't the government send Lord Chivis after the wandering desperado Tracy? How do the men live who seem to do nothing, yet wear good clothes and loaf around barrooms. Why is the Indianapolis Freeman so averse to disaussing "the Indiana Negro in national politics." Will a colored man be given a place in the headquarters of the republican congressional committee, Can the pocket books of colored Washington stand the drain from an average of four pennies a day? Why creditors and wives do not carry their troubles to the courts instead of to the executive departments? When will the Negro be represented in the civil government of the Philippines and our other insular possessions. Will Editor Fortune induct W. T. Menard into the mysteries of potato-digging when the latter shows up at Red Bank? Why the numerous picnic manage s are so blind to the advantages ad vertising their to-do's in a first class wide awake newspaper? Why cannot the great secret orper be stirred up to the advantages growing out of investing their surplus money in live business enterprises. Is there any argument that will convince our Normal graduates that their best opportunities lie outside of Wash ington, if they really wish to teach? Now that Joe Williamson has written an advertising "bpok" for the Jan Moseley season, will he be eligible for membership in the Pen and Pencil Club. If it is expedient to employ married women as teachers, why are they held in government offices when a the same time, many of them have husbands also) on Uncle Sam's pay roll? The Amphions' Outing The managers of the celebrated Am Glee Club never do things by halves and are always up to the newest ideas in social and musical life. Completeness has become known as the slogan Bright BOYS AND GIRLS Wanted THE COLORED AMERICAN has had so many appplication from boys and girls throughout the country to sell it by the week, as well as by subscription for the year, we have decided to establish wide awake young agents in every town in the country, wherever the demand warrants it. We want an Active worker Hundreds of smart boys and girls in every locality have hours' spare time each week, which they could use to go tage and easily earn their pocket money. girls in every locality have several which they could use to good advan- ket money. Hundreds of smart boys and girls in every locality have several hours' spare time each week, which they could use to good advantage and easily earn their pocket money. Read Our Plans. We want just such ones to work for us a little while eves selling THE COLORED AMERICAN at 5 cents each—se old, reliable, original and best race paper published—fu able news, illustrations, and authoritative opinion on rac k for us a little while every week CAN at 5 cents each—selling the race paper published—full of reli- authoritative opinion on race topics. We want just such ones to work for us a little while every week selling THE COLORED AMERICAN at 5 cents each—selling the old, reliable, original and best race paper published—full of reliable news, illustrations, and authoritative opinion on race topics. No Possible Risk. Our young Agents take no possible risk. We send a b papers every week, and they sell them like hot cakes at each. Every one wants THE COLORED AMERICAN as given an opportunity to examine and read a copy of it. ssible risk, We send a bundle of tell them like hot cakes at 5 cents COLORED AMERICAN as soon as one and read a copy of it. Our young Agents take no possible risk. We send a bundle of papers every week, and they sell them like hot cakes at 5 cents each. Every one wants THE COLORED AMERICAN as soon as given an opportunity to examine and read a copy of it. The Colored American Free. If the local pastor or any responsible party will send us the of a smart boy or girl to sell THE COLORED AMERICAN week in his town, we will put an extra copy in the agent each week, to be delivered free to the party appointing so long as the agent sells THE COLORED AMERICAN. Send name of a smart girl or boy at once. Have them fill coupon and send it at once: I hereby agree to act from date as agent for The Colored Ameri to sell the same to as many customer as can be secured, at 5 cents a cop week, and that I will report not later than the Monday after each pac received, and remit 3 cents for each copy I sell or deliver to subscribe return all unsold copies. Name..... Address..... Town..... State..... How many first week..... Appointed by..... The Colored Ameri 459 C Str consible party will send us the name THE COLORED AMERICAN every an extra copy in the agent's bundle to the party appointing the agent COLORED AMERICAN. Send us the once. Have them fill out this 19 agent for The Colored American and as can be secured, at 5 cents a copy every than the Monday after each package is copy I sell or deliver to subscribers, and ate ed American C Str ington, If the local pastor or any responsible party will send us the name of a smart boy or girl to sell THE COLORED AMERICAN every week in his town, we will put an extra copy in the agent's bundle each week, to be delivered free to the party appointing the agent so long as the agent sells THE COLORED AMERICAN. Send us the name of a smart girl or boy at once. Have them fill out this coupon and send it at once: I hereby agree to act from date as agent for The Colored American and to sell the same to as many customer as can be secured, at 5 cents a copy every week, and that I will report not later than the Monday after each package is received, and remit 3 cents for each copy I sell or deliver to subscribers, and return all unsold copies. How many first week...... Appointed by..... The Colored American 459 C Str Washington, its utmost. The trip extended some miles beyond Notley Hall, with a liberal stop on the return for dancing at the Hall. The Monumental Orchestra discoursed sweet music, and the Amphions supplemented the program by rendering several choice selections. The occasion had all the earmarks of a society reunion, as it brought together many friends who had not had an opportunity to mee in months or years. Director Lewis, President Washington and the entire club are to be congratulated upon their signal success. We are pleased to announce that the Amphions will repeat the entertainment Saturday, August 16th. Despite the threatening weather, the River Queen's capacity was tested to The chronic borrower is never a wee come guest. 19 of this deservedly popular organization. Last Saturday evening the Amphions, headed by the energetic director, Prof. J. Henry Lewis, were hosts for a big boat-load of Washington's finest people, and whole souled hosts they were, 100. The moon was on hand to illuminate the scene, and there were refreshments of all kinds in abundance. The fastidious element, who never "take in river excursions" were there in force, because of their appreciation of the club, and so thoroughly did they enjoy their lives, and so perfect were the order, that they have dismissed their uncalled-for prejudices, and are eager to go again. Despite the threatening weather, the River Queen's capacity was tested to