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The COLORED American A NATIONAL NEGRO NEWSPAPER MEN OF T [Name not visible] REV. LEWIS C. SHE AFE. Evangelist, Organizer and Financier, Who Has Been Conducting a Remarkably Successful Series of Tent Meetings in Washington. Under the Auspices of the Seventh Day Adventists A NEW FAITH COMES. A NEW FAITH COMES. THRILLING SUCCESS OF A SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Rev. Lewis C. Sheafe Stirs Washington by his Persuasive Eloquence and Convincing Logic- Story of his Early Struggles and Triumphs- No Color Line in Local Adventist Church During the past week the daily papers have had much to say, particularly touching the outpouring of the people and the wonderful interest awakened by the meetings which continue to be held in the tent, 13th and T streets, N. W., by the Rev. Lewis C. Sheafe and generally, of the intentions of the Seventh Day Adventists under whose auspices this movement is being conducted. The Colored American, ever alive to the progress of current events and solicitous to present to its readers the facts of any given situation of race interest, promptly despatched one of its "ferrets" to develop the facts and procure an authoritative statement relating to them. Naturally our representative sought Mr. Sheafe and found him as winning and genial in the privacy of his home life as he is powerful and convincing in the pulpit. It will, we know, be of warm interest to our read- --- VOL.1X, NO.21. ers to learn something of the early life and struggles of Mr. Sheafe. He was born of free parents in the city of Baltimore, Md., in 1859, and hence is not yet forty-three years of age. Both of his parents were strong and God-fearing people, but his mother was so in an eminent degree, having had superior advantages herself, and she instilled in her son's mind by example and precept the beauties of high principle and of right living. His mother's influence and example have always been the dominating principle of his life and her ambition for her son and her increasing efforts soon awakened a responsive chord in him. His early education began with instruction from his mother in elementary branches—and after some desultory study, he entered Wayland Seminary in this city and graduated therefrom in 1888 after a thorough course in theology. At once he took up the Master's work even before his ordination, and his first charge was at Beulah Church, Alexandria, Va. During his incumbency there he was regularly ordained a minister of the Baptist Church. In the fall of 1888 he was called to the Pilgrim Baptist Church at St. Paul, Minnesota, where he remained until 1892. It was while in charge of the work at St. Paul that his exceptional qualities as an orator, organizer and financier were first brought into active play. He found the church torn with inward dissentions, staggering under an immense debt, and the membership reduced to a "beggarly array of empty benches." By persistent visitation to all worthy colored people in the city, by constant and intelligent help to those in need without denominational considerations, by the elevated and Godly character of his private life, by his financial acumen and by his sound doctrine and all persuasive eloquence in the pulpit, in less than three months the attendance grew from thirty-six (at his first service in the church which had a seating capacity of nine hundred) to such numbers that the edifice could not accommodate them. In his four years' service there, by his consumate tact and knowledge of men the actual membership was doubled, every warring element was appeased, every cause for criticism was removed and harmony was made absolute. During this period also every legitimate expense was promptly and amply met, and in addition nearly twelve thousand ($12,000) dollars were raised and paid on the debt of the church. Domestic reasons and climatic influences compelled his relinquishment of the work in St. Paul, greatly to the regret and grief of the good people of that city and the memory of his minis- nd pge. Con inu M. A MR. DANIEL MURRAY. A Leading Spirit in A Progressive Movement Committee on Public Comm gressive Movements in the District of tee on Public Comfort for G. A. R. Epe A Leading Spirit in A Progressive Movements in the District of Columbia, Chairman of Sub- Committee on Public Comfort for G. A. R. Epcspment. continued on second page PRICE, FIVE CENTS FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD RESULTS ACHIEVED BY LABORS OF MR. MURRAY. Wisdom of His Selection as Chairman of Sub-Committee on Public Comfort AmplyVindicated d-Authority on Bibliography of Negro Race-Activity in Securing Remedial Legislation-Faithful to Every Trust. We observe by the daily papers that acting pursuant to the authority conferred upon him by Chairman Warner of the General Committee on the reception of the Veterans of the Grand Army of the Republic during the coming fall, Mr. Daniel Murray, the Chairman of the Sub-Committee to which has been assigned the duty of caring for the reception and entertainment of the colored visitors to the approaching encampment has finally announced the names of the gentlemen selected to act with him on his sub-committec. Doubtless there will be many heart burnings The image provided is too blurry to accurately recognize any text. It appears to be a grayscale photograph of a person, but no identifiable features or details can be discerned. in the District of Columbia, Chairman of Sub- port for G. A. R. Episcopalian. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 1 It takes a good many words to prize open the lids of some people's understanding. A good square meal is the best thing in the world to rub the rust off a hungry man's jaw bones. A glutton digs his grave, with his teeth, falls in, and his friends throw the ashes and dirt upon him. The wisdom of the Twentieth Century is as old as creation itself. There is really "nothing new under the sun" according to Solomon, and I reckon he ought to know. In order to successfully improve the morals of the Negro, about which we are hearing so much, we must first improve those of the white man—the Negroes preceptor in immorality. The first rapist was white, These spasmodic outbursts in which Negroes occasionally indulge to reform something or somebody to seem to lack the element of continuity. There is too much loud profession and constant hypocrisy discoverable in these movements. The spirit is willing, but the flesh, Lord save us, is weak. The Negro must go outside of his race to find the cause of this condition and stay inside of his race after he has found it. If it be true that a race can rise no higher in the scale of morale than its women, then it is about time for black men to begin to protect their women from moral lepers, white and black. North and South, who are largely responsible for the alleged laxity of morals said to exist among our women by these critics of the Negro. The home influence when properly exerted and directed will accomplish more lasting good than a thousand mothers' conventions where childless mothers meet to read papers and discuss questions of which some of them only have a superficial knowledge. Flowers are the prettiest things that God ever made and forgot to put breath into, Woman comes next, and when her lips are like the whiteness and purity of the liy, she is the noblest example of God's nandi work. The black man who does not defend the good name, and the honor of such a woman and who is not willing to die for her is a moral coward, and ought to be kicked by a mule three times a day for a year. It would put feeling in him, 'Performance is better than promise.' It is up to us as men to do a little performing whenever and wherever the character or honor of worthy women of our race is assailed. The white man will countenance and sometimes help to lynch a Negro who is even suspected of outraging known harlots of the white race. Her assailant is always "a big burly Negro" or "black brute" while she is "a beautiful and respectable young lady," etc., etc. Negroes spend much time trying to convince white people of their desire to be good like them. Inherent goodness is always discoverable and doesn't need to be labeled. The sooner we get away from the idea that somebody else is better morally than ourselves, especially when that somebody is white, the better it will be for us Henry Watterson's opinion of the white 400 is a charge and a challenge which the 400 dare not refute, and cannot afford for practical reasons to discuss. It is a whited sepulchre and full of dead men's bones. Its family closets are stuffed with skeletons, covered with gold and greenbacks. One of the greatest weaknesses of the Negro is his inordinate ambition to "secure outward conformity to the dominant race." Some of us are so white in our feelings, desires, mode of thought and manner of living that we forget that we are Negroes, until the white man kicks us, and then we get to gether and indignate like a flock of parrots. We are for the most part an aggregation of cheap imitators of public men who laugh at our assininity and poverty. Nothing that does not bear the imprimatur of the white man goes with the average Negro. White is the magic word that produces a feeling of ecstasy among the general run of Negroes. They talk and dream of a white Jesus, white angels, and a heaven full of nice white people, some of whom have reluctantly migrated to that or some other region from white cemeteries where no Negroes are buried, and from white churches in which Negroes are not permitted to worship or to partake of the body and blood of our Regeemer. There are a lot of our clergymen who are distinguished chiefly because of their imaginary likeness to Dr. Talmage or Dr. Somebody else whose oral gymnastics and athletic geniuflections strike their fancy. The black Sam Smails used to be very numerous in the South, where the white Reverend held forth and referred to his black brethren as "darkies." Samuel had a case of alcholic hysteria up North quite recently while trying to talk temperance, and like Michael he has fallen from grace. His black doubles will now publicly repudiate him, and change their ministerial cognomens They ought to. This clerical aping of very ordinary white ministers by colored ministers is nauseating. White clergymen take good pains not to style themselves the white Tanner, the white Derrick or Walters or Hood or any of the rest of them. I know a white man whose parents named him for Frederick Douglas years and years ago, and not one in a hundred of his friends knows what the D stands for. The fact that a man happens to be black is no argument against his ability to rise to eminence and distinction in scholarship and learning. The voluntary surrender on the part of the Negro in admitting his inferiority by the constant glorification and deflation of the white man is out of harmony with the truths of history. Any Negro who has read history can name a dozen or hundred Negroes who are the peers in learning and scholarship of any dozen or hundred white men either of ancient or modern times. 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After easaying to sug- get some points, bearing on the nega. tive side of the question, be frankly aod h nestly confessed that his min¢ was vexed with unoertainty and tha he was fretted. Ia his wild career, Mr. McOvy bas grasped the truth of some things. He is correct when he says that it i graumtical to begin sll proper name: with capital letlere, and be gots fa) enough to back this statement up with examples of proof by mentioning races and nations, a8, the African, the Cer- man e'c. Then, by the way, he says that no moogrel race, 80 for as he knows, is, or was ever, Locored with a propern.me, Stranger you have reck- oued without your host. Let us take for instance the people of the Philippme territory. Uuder a common term they are eslled Filipincs and that is a proper name, although they have never obtained nationalism, nor bave they a written language. aud un).ke the American Negro, these people can represont the blood and hint the features of nearly every race that inhabit the globe, The name of each tribe of them in- variably begins with a capital letter, For exemple, we mention the Tagals, the [locanos and the Maccabebes. - The genil-man in question asserted that, 82 faras his observation ex‘tend- no race, descended from two distinct races, waS ever honored with a prop- tr or uncommon heme, But nevertheless, 1 nave showed him as plain as day light a mongrel race of of people, a family as it were, com- prising nearly al of the distinct Jine- aments cf the races of men, and whc are, so far as orthography is concerned, honored among the nations and races My contemporary in the far cff state of Flida, also says that in the writ. luge of SLasesp: are, he failed to see more than one reference to the word Negro snd that that word began with S small n. Considering the proud and indepen- dent spirit of that great poet, we are grateful tobim that be did not write \ ‘uigger,? instead, which liverally means nobody The word N gro, be- gan with a small n, fs vu'gaw and read between the iines it is but a synopym of “nigger.” Tae colored children of Ham whc Lourieh tueir destiny at :he pedestal ot 4 hberiy-loving uation, aad who are the descendents of the pure, should no! beless proud of their pedigree than the wulettered children of other lands are of their adoped names. E A. Violinist Douglass Abroad, Mr. Joseph HD. uglaes, our favorite Wha virte o30, has reiur.ed heme, Alter quite an extensive tour of the ‘Ummer resorts. H- was accompanted by Mr. Ford Dabuey, a piamist of much laln, who rendered valuable service luthe numerous con ers. Mr. Doug lus achieved marked success in New- THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. ©. port, R I, in July playing at ihe pal- | atial cottage of Mr. Stuyvesant Fish, the multi-miliionaie and president of the Iilinois Oentral Raliroad. Mr. Fish’s home, called ‘The Crossways” 1s one of the finest in fashionable New port. Mr. Douglass spont some time also at Martha’s V neyard, Mass , Nen- tucket, Fal River and Atlantic Uity, filling profitable engagements at each place. He exp cts to put on asta! concert here for the entertainment of the G. A RK. encampment vis!tors after which he will make a tour of th¢ great Sou:h, which he has nev’r visit ed. He willdo well in that section, where merit is eubstentially appreeiat ed and where the memory of his dis tinguished grandfather, Frederick Dougiass, will forever remain green. The Season’s Millinery. Ia the millinery shaves fer early Au- tumn, says the Octuber D 1 neator, the moat conspicuous favoriie 's the toque with low, circular crown and brim turned up straight all arvund, of the same height as t!e crown. The Mar- quise or tricorne shapes will be ,opu- lar in felt and also in velvet and beaver, and wings, breasts and pompons will bs the trimmings chiefly employed. The sweeping ostrich plume: will be used to adom dressy hate, black and white being the usval choica. Hate made entirely ofsbaded Autumn leaves are esp cially suited tothe season—The Delineator. se a eet eye Bruce Gritisms. ' Continued trom Tenth page. places upon himself 1s what gives him stapding among certain Negrees who are dazed by his display of wealth and power. Though I stand aicne (and [ am will’ ing to) I refase to accept the dicta pro- muigated by the white man and dis semiuated by some Negroes who seem to be ignorant of the achievements of their race in the domain of intelléct, that the white man is “‘it.”’ There are other its—but the ‘‘grand hypnotism”: practiced by white men and approved by their black worshipers, minimize them value and importance of these other “its,’? but does not wholly de’ stroy them, Any race can beeoms powerful and potential when it coustanly draw: upoa other races to sivg its praises ano contribute to its greatness. That te just what fs goiug on in this country today. The great composite white race, mis called the ‘‘Anglo'Saxon,’’ has laid all other races under tribute to it, includ: ing the Negro. Wonutd it not pay to be a little more original to develop origina! manhooc and womanhood and be our realselve : One cannot gotoa public meeting o! 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Miss Anna Johnson, one of Washington's popular school teachers, is enjoying her vacation in New York. Mrs. Nancy Johnson, the mother of Mr. J. T. Johnson, our genial friend of P street, n. w., is now resting at Colonial Beach. Mr. Charles Freeman, late of the Southern Hotel, who spent the summer at Central Valley, New York, has returned to the city. Mrs. Ida Bundy and sister of Linden street northeast, have returned to the city after a pleasant stay of five weeks at Heathsville, Va. Miss Julia Taylor and Miss Elizabeth Johnson of this city who have been spending the summer at Newport, R I., have returned to the city. Mrs. Ella W. Williams who spent a week in the city, the city, the guest of Mrs. Brandon of 11 street has returned to her home at Montclair, N. J. Dr. William L. Tignor returned to the city this week, after having spent a very pleasant vacation at Niagara Falls, also visiting the fair at Toronto, Canada. On account of rain, St. Luke's P. E. church picnic for September 9th has been postponed to September 19th 1902 Tickets of the 9th are good for the 19th. Just received one thousand styles of fine imported wosteds containing all the latest designs. Suits from $15 up at A. H. Cooper, the tailor, 925 18th street, northwest. Mrs. Violet N. Blackwell, stenographer and court reporter of Chicago, Ill, is in the city, the guest of his sister-in-law, Mrs. M. B. Wood, 2236 11th street northwest. Mrs. E. D. Scott, accompanied by her son, Master Paul Dessalines, returned home from New York last Thursday, September 4th. Mrs. Scott is much improved by her trip. Mrs. Ida P. Belcher of 1316 4th st. n. w., left last Thursday for her old home, Augusta, Ga., where she hopes to spend a pleasant two or three weeks visiting relatives and friends. Don't forget the grand opening of the Southern Hotel Monday evening, September 15th, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Music and refreshments in abundance. The public is cordially invited. It is said that, that popular organization the "Wocors" are not satisfied even with their brilliant social success of last winter. They are considering a monster function before Christmas, Success to them. Rev. W. H. Stokes, B. D., of Richmond, Va. was married to Miss Oriel E. Brown, of Fredericksburg, Va, Tuesday, September 9th. Rev. Wm J. Howard of Zion Baptist church tied the nuptial knot. Mr. Charles A Dunston, a popular young business man, of Raleigh, N.C., was in the city this week shaking hands with his many friends. He received a grand ovation and returned to his home last Wednesday morning Mr. R. L. LaMar, Jr., scientific chiropodist and masseur, of Chicago Ill., who has spent the heated term on the Atlantic coast, passed through the city this week en route to his western home. He made many new friends in the East. Cards for the "High Tea" are being much sought for by individuals who are anxious to secure the souvenir. Get your ticket and hold it until the result is declared. Mr. S. C. Burrell, secretary of the colored Y. M. C. A. of Richmond, Va., in company with Rev. W. H. Stokes, B. D., pastor Ebenezer Baptist church, also of Richmond, Va., was in the city this week and paid our office a pleasant visit. Rev. Stokes was also a delegate at the Lott Carey Convention which met at Liberty Baptist church. Mr. J. H. Hannon, of the Recorder's Office, who has been on the sick list for several months, has resumed his duties. Although not in robust health as yet, he gives promise of complete recovery in time, much to the gratification of a host of friends. Mr. Hannon is one of the most useful men of the race, and he should be spared for many years to come. Mr John M. Brown and wife of Wylie Ave., Pittsburg, Pa., and Mr. A. Jack Jones of the City Hall, Pittsburg, were visitors in our city for the past two weeks. The Browns are former Washingtonians and were the guests of of their relatives and friends while here. Mr. Jones who is an all-around politician and orator and better known as Mayor Jones, is a jelly, good fellow and was the life and sunshine of the many parties of friends he met while in this city. A Private Early Hicks, 24th Infantry United States Army. Anacostia News. Mr. William E. Lewis and Miss Emma E. Smith have returned. Officer William Stewart is out again. Miss Mattle Green is spending her vacation at Harper's Ferry. The funeral of Mrs. Susan Carter, sister of George Dennie and Mrs. Slaughter took place Wednesday, September 2nd. She was a native of Virginia and seventy years of age. The funeral services was conducted Rev. George Mason. A series of sermons, from October 5th to December 21st will be conducted by Rev. Frank P. Lewis, pastor of Campbell, A. M. E. church. The wedding of one of Anacostia's progressive business men will occur soon. Dr. Gayles has returned from Cedar Point a visit of 12 days. All of our girls and fellows will be home just in time to attend the Amphions' "High Tea." A novel idea, and a fitting close to the summer outings. Take my own girl? Well, I should say. Large lawn, excellent music. Large parlors, Refreshments, Souvenir. United Order of True Reformers ORGANIZED January 1, 1881 Office 604, 606 and 608 N. 2nd St., - - Richmond, Va. An order devoted to the interests of its members, both in their home and business relations. We offer you an opportunity for gilt edged business investment, in enterprises owned and controlled by the Order and managed by colored men, who are members of the Order. If you are sound in health and mind, of good moral character, not younger than three (3) years nor older than sixty (60) you are eligible to membership. There are two Fountains, the Subordinate and the Rosebud. To join the Subordinate Fountain you in age. You pay $4.60 to $6.60 (according to a the country you pay 35 cents per month a months. You pay as taxes 80 cents per year As Sick Benefits you receive from $6.00 ments. As Death Benefit, your family receives After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00. The Fountain you must be between 14 and 50 years of age (according to age,) as joining fee. If you live in cents per month as dues; if in the city, 50 cents per 80 cents per year. receive from $6.00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly pay our family receives $75 0 if you die within a year Benefit is $125.00. To join the Subordinate Fountain you must be between 14 and 50 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 year. As Sick Benefits you receive from $6.00 to $9.00 per month, in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family receives $75 0 if you die within a year After one year the Death Benefit is $125.00. To join the Rosebud Fountain you must be between and 14 year of age. You pay $1.00, either cash or by installments. The monthly dues are either 15 or 25 cent. Fountains may decide. The annual tax is 10 cents. You receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4.00 per month weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will be paid $24.50 on die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $37. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, there are Three Classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. All dues are payable annually or quarterly. Limit is 14 to 60 years. Fee, $2.50 to $4.25. Annual Certificate is valued first year at from $100 to $330 and $200 to $65. Limit is 14 to 55 years. Fee, $5 to $6.50. Annual dues, Certificate is valued first year at from $250 to $175. After $300. Limit is 14 to 50 years. Fee $11 to $13.50. Annual dues, Certificate is valued from date of issue at from $1,000 to $700. Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which is of 20 per cent. United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264.75, over $5. BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound, thriving institution that is a credit not only to the Orchestra as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of our regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by the safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 a share to our cent, dividends. Both time and demand deposits at interest is paid on time desposits. The following report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia are 1900 and shows its flourishing condition;— LIABILITIES. $8,272 80 164,423 83 48,383 22 14,000 00 99,588 00 6,850 00 1,388 99 12,399 80 35,820 00 391,120 84 Capital stock paid in ... 88,125 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 The newspaper published by the order from its own office stands for the voice of the people, representing common of the race and is the Beacon Light, the Headlight, and the General Agent of the Brotherhood. It is $1.00 and job office bids for the work of the people, which is stylish and at low prices. Mond, in Henrico County, Va., the Order has purchased published thereon an "Old Folk's Home." With unbroad-minded generosity, the Order does not limit enlisted members alone, nor even to members families, but the aged and decrepid of the whole race, regardless of their age. The Order makes itself the trustee for this glorious whole people, black and white, North, East, South. Our contribution the carrying out of this praiseworthy year is set apart as a Grend Raily Day for the Honest rewarded to the casnier of the Reformer's Savings Bank, and as account for it to The Grand Fountain. Or and the public, when visiting Richmond, Va., at 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 of now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 house and $122,500. Ir addition to these the Order leases. To join the Rosebud Fountain you must be between 3 and 14 year of age. You pay $1.00, either cash or by installments. The monthly dues are either 15 or 25 cents as Fountains may decide. The annual tax is 10 cents. You receive as Sick Benefit from $1.50 to $4.00 per month in weekly payments. As Death Benefit, your family will be paid $24.50 you die within a year. After one year the Death Benefit is $37. In the INSURANCE DEPARTMENT, there are Three Classes:—Class B, Class E, and Class M. All dues payable annually or quarterly. In Class B, the age limit is 14 to 60 ye dues, $4.75 to $7.60. The Certificate is val After one year, its value is $200 to $65. In Class E, the age limit is 14 to 55 year $9.50 to 11.40. The Certificate is valued first one year its value is $500 to $300. In Class M, the age limit is 14 to 50 years $21 to $25. The certificate is valued from da You are entitled to a Life Membership Classe B and E upon purchase of the requ pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of 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 I valued from date of issue at from $1,000 to $700. You are entitled to a Life Membership in either of the Fountains or in Classe B and E upon purchase of the required amount of Bank stock, which pays a dividend annually of 20 per cent. The Grand Fountain United Order of True Reformers has paid up to July 29, 1900, a total of 3782 Death Benefits, with a grand total of $521,264.75, over a HALF MILLION DOLLARS. THE BANK.—In our Savings Bank the Order has a sound and flourishing institution that is a credit not only to the Order butthe race as well. It began business April 3, 1889. The capital stock is $100,000. The business is the same as that of any other regularly constituted bank, and is surrounded by the same safeguards. The stock sells for $5.00 a share to members, and pays 20 per cent. dividends are received and 4 per cent. interest is paid is a copy of the Cashier's report to Audito close of business Sept., 5, 1900 and shows its members, and pays 20 per cent. dividends. Both time and demand deposits are received and 4 per cent. interest is paid on time deposits. The following is a copy of the Cashier's report to Auditor of Public Accounts of Virginia at close of business Sept.. 5. 1900 and shows its flourishing condition:— Loans and discounts ..... $8,272 80 Other stock, bonds and mortgages ..... 164,423 83 Due from National Banks ..... 48,383 22 Banking House ..... 14,000 00 Other real estates ..... 99,588 00 Furniture and Fixtures ..... 6,850 00 Current expenses and taxes paid ..... 1,388 99 Specie, nickels and cents ..... 12,399 80 Paper currency ..... 35,820 00 Total ..... 391,120 84 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 turned out in first class style and at low price. Six miles from Richmond, in Henrico O. 634 acres of land, and established thereon an example of 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, both West and East to assist by their contribution the idea. April 3rd of each year is set apart as a Contributive is can be forwarded to the casman who will send receipt for same and account. Members of the Order and the public, 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 ado buildings. 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 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 office 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 Contributic 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 on the Ordeer. The Order now owns 13 buildings, 4 farms, 4 dwellings, 1 house 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 Wm: L TAYLOR, W. M. Master. M. Master. --- [Image of a religious figure with a halo around the head, holding a sword in the right hand and a book in the left hand.] THE HISTORY OF THE UNION RESOURCES. BOSEBUD FOUNTAINS. LIABILITIES WP BURRELL, G. W. Secretar A NEW HOSTELRY. The New Management of the Southern Hotel Make Many Improvements and Invites the Public to the Grand Opening, September 15th. The Southern Hotel, located at 311 Pennsylvania avenue n. w., makes a bow to its old and new friends. Under the new management it has been renovated, reapered, refurnished and remodeled. No expense has been spared Mr. A. L. SATTERWHITE, to make it the most up to date hotel in Washington as well as in this section of the country for the accommodation of first class colored people. Many new features have been added and many practical ideas have been put into operation by the management The grand opening will take place Monday Sepember 15 h from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The public is cordially invited. Refreshments will be served in abundance. J. Mr. CHARLESS JEWART. Mr. A. L. Satterwhite, the genla manager, has secured the services of Prof Hamilton's Monumental Orchestra, which will discourse music during the hours of the grand opening. Mr. Satterwhite extends a cordial welcome to his friends and to the public generally to be present. Tnose who do not come will miss a treat. A. Mrs. INDIANA STEWART. Mr. Satterwhite has associated with him in the management of this popular hostelry, Mr. Samuel Stewart late of New Bedford, Mass., a successful business man of that place. Mr. Stewart is a baker by profession and will bring to his new business a ripe experience. Mrs Indiana Stewart, his genial helpmeet will be the housekeeper and look after the internal management of the hotel. The Southern is already doing a thriving business under the new management and the future prospects are very bright. High Tes! Amphions! Sept. 15 1507 S St, N. W, Tickets 10 cents. CRIMP-LESS Electric - Hair - Straightener A device for getting the crimp out of the hair using great electricity generated to do the work. Fifteen minutes use each week will keep the hair smooth and straight. Recommended by the leading tensorialists and hair dressers throughout the United States. Can be attached to any incandescent light socket. NO CHEMICALS OR ACIDS TO INJURE THE HAIR. Sent by express prepaid anywhere in the United States upon receipt of P. O or Express money order to $8.00 Agents wanted evywhere, Liberal commissions. Exclusive territory. CRIMPLESS MFG. CO 1116 Missouri Trust Bldg. St. Louis Consumption Now Curable. By the Famous Doctor Yonkerman's Marvelous Discovery—State Officia's and Great Medical Men Pronounce it the only Cure for Consumption, Throat and Lung Troubles. A free trial package will be sent by Mail to all who write. consumption can at last be cured. Marvelous as it may seem after the many failures, a sure M. DR DERK P. YONKERMAN. positive and certain cure for the deadly consumption has at last been discovered, cases given up to die and sent back from alifornia hopeless and helpless, are now alive and well through this wonderful cure for consumption Free trial packages of the remedy and letters from grateful people-former consumptives recuced from the very jaws of death are sent free to all who write to Dr Derk P. Yonkerman, 638 Shakespeare Building Kalamazoo, Mich Don't de ay—there is not an hour to lose when you have consumption. throat or lung trouble. Send to-day for Free package. WANTED A MAN OR WOMAN not over thirty years of age, capable of taking care of office in the largest photo studio operated by any colored man in the world. Twenty two years in business in St, Paul, Minn. Studio also in Sault Ste Marie, Ont. Party must have $2,000.00 to invest for half interest. Seventeen medals and diplomas. Address,— HARRY SHEPHERD, London Photo Co., ST. PAUL, MINN. --- Bright BOYS AND GIRLS Wanted ell The Colored Americans Big Pay for Little Work. ORED AMERICAN has had so many appplication girls throughout the country to sell it by the wv subscription for the year, we have decided to take young agents in every town in the country, and warrants it. many appplication from sell it by the week, as have decided to establish in the country, wherever 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 of smart boys and girls in every locality have are time each week, which they could use to go easily earn their pocket money. very locality have several could use to good advan- ms. little] while every week cents each—selling the published—full of reli- opinion on race topics. isk. We send a bundle of the hot cakes at 5 cents AMERICAN as soon as a copy of it. 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. just such ones to work for us a little] while evi THE COLORED AMERICAN at 5 cents each—sellable, original and best race paper published—furious, illustrations,] and authoritative opinion on race 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. Agents take no possible risk. We send a berry week, and they sell them like hot cakes at every one wants THE COLORED AMERICAN as opportunity to examine 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. real pastor or any responsible party will send us to get boy or girl to sell THE COLORED AMERICAN this town, we will put an extra copy in the agent sk, to be delivered free to the party appointing the agent sells THE COLORED AMERICAN. Se a smart girl or boy at once. Have them fill and send it at once: Agree to act from date as agent for The Colored Ameri- cane same to as many customer as can be secured, at 5 cents a cou- nd that I will report not later than the Monday after each pa- cel, and remit 3 cents for each copy I sell or deliver to subscrib- tors unsold copies. Name..... Address..... Town..... State..... How many first week..... pointed by..... The Colored Ameri- cane 459 C Street, North Washington, D.C. O-RI-NO-CO, not to cause stricture. A safe, reliable and har- mnorrhoea, Gleet or Running Range and all ur- tic five days. O is the only remedy which will cure each and known where the patient used O-RI-NO-CO cure, no matter how serious or of how long stand- from its use will astonish you. Ask your druggi- rite to us and we will send it to you on receipt (00). A syringe will be sent with every bottle. RES :— Boston Chemical they will send us the name CORED AMERICAN every copy in the agent's bundle partly appointing the agent AMERICAN. Send us the have them fill out this 19 Colored American and fured, at 5 cents a copy every day after each package is deliver to subscribers, and American, Street, Northwest. , D. C. CO, sliable and harm'ess remed ange and all urinary disease will cure each and every case O-RI-NO-CO that it h of how long standing. ask your druggist to get it to you on receipt of price, or with every bottle. Chemical Co., 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. The Colored American, 459 C Street, Northwest. Washington, D.C. Gumanteed not to cause sricture. A safe, reliable and harmless remedy. Cures Gonorrhoea, Gleet or Running Range and all urinary diseases in two to five days. O-RI-NO-CO is the only remedy which will cure each and every case. No case known where the patient used O-RI-NO-CO that it has failed to cure, no matter how serious or of how long standing. Results from its use will astonish you Ask your druggist to get it for you, or write to us and we will send it to you on receipt of price, one do lar ($1 00). A syringe will be sent with every bottle. 310 East Broad street. Richmond, Va. O-RI-NO-CO for Gleet and Gonorrhoea and get cured. a and get cured. Young man use O-RI-NO-CO for Gleet and Gonorrhoea and get cured. TO Read Our Plans. 18 THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. 17. GLOSSINE BEFORE. BEFORE. AFTER. The True Hair Grower and Hair Straightener IS FOUND AT LAST. Acts Quicker. Smells Sweeter, and Easier Applied than Any Other Preparation. IT WILL TAKE THE PLACE OF ALL OTHER HAIR TONICS. WHAT GLOSSINE WILL DO. HERE IS A TRUE AND GENEROUS OFFER-Not a Bluff to get your money, but a chance we offer you to secure a beautiful head of hair, besides putting money in your pocket. JUST READ THIS. Now, here is the glorious opportunity we offer you. Remember, GLOSSINE sells at 50c. for an extra large box Now you must send to us only $2.00 and the very moment we receive the money we will at once send to you 12 extra large boxes of GLOSSINE which will sell at retail for 50c. each or $6.00. We exact of you only the following easy conditions, which are easily complied with: 1st. You agree to use it on your own Hair: 2d. Just as soon as you see the improvement in your own Hair (which will be in a few days only after you have commenced to use it) you must talk it up to your friends, showing your own Hair to prove its merits, and, as they will see what it has done for you, they will eagerly buy it. 3d. You are to sell it for no less than 50c. per box, and you are to keep all of the money that you receive for same, to compensate you for your kind efforts in introducing the great remedy in your locality. All we ask is that you act fair with us, and do us all the good you can, by showing the people, white and colored, what GLOSSINE has done for you. REMEMBER, we send you actually $6.00 worth of goods for only $2.00. Why? Because we know it will give you a beautiful head of Hair, and, when the people have seen your Hair, they will buy thousands of boxes. Every one whom you sell a box, white or colored will be a walking advertisement for GLOSSINE. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT A MINUTE, but fill out the Coupon and mail to us at once, and after you have received the $6.00 worth of GLOSSINE and seen its good effects you will certainly become our Agent. Remember that GLOSSINE is now recognized as the standard and acme of all Hair Tonics by the best people of the country, who are sending hundreds of testimonials daily. Enclosed please find the sum of $2.00, for which please send me at once twelve (12) of your regular extra large boxes of GLOSSINE HAIR TONIC, worth 50c. each, or $6.00 in all. In return for this favor, I hereby bind myself to use GLOSSINE on my own Hair, and to sell all that I do not use at no less than 50c. per package. I also agree not to cut the price under any consideration. And for and in consideration of you allowing me to keep the money that I receive for same, I agree to act as your Agent in the future. But if all that you have told me is not true, you are to return the $2.00 that I hereby send to you. If from sickness or any other good reason, I cannot act as your Agent in the future, I will endeavor to find some one who will take the Agency in my place. To all these agreements I hereby bind myself for the privileges as specified above. If you send only $1.00, 6 boxes, worth $3.00, will be sent to you. Name..... P. O..... Street..... House No..... State..... Nearest Express Office.... Cures Dandruff, Tetter, Itch, and all Scalp Diseases at once and forever. Straightens curly troublesome Hair in from 7 to 30 days, without the use of hot irons or any other mediums. When the Hair has become straight, which it surely will if you use GLOSSINE, it will stay straight forever. It will stop the Hair from falling out in 2 to 4 days. It will restore Gray Hair to its natural color in 30 to 60 days. It will grow Hair on the baldest head in from 10 to 40 days. It will improve the hair at once. You do not have to wait. Just as soon as it is applied the Hair will become soft, lustrous, pliant, and wavy, so that you can dress it in any style you wish. It has never failed to straighten and beautify the most obstinate, curly, refractory, troublesome Hair, and will be sure to give you supreme satisfaction. It is good for all kinds of Hair for white or colored, for ladies and gentlemen, children or grown-up people, babies, and boys and girls. Good for the Hair, the Mustache, and the Eye-Brows. It is made from roots and herbs and leaves, and is HERE IS A TRUE AND GENEROUS OFFER-Not a Bluff to get JUST READ THIS. Now, here is the glance Now you must send to us only $2.00 and the very which will sell at retail for 50c, each or $6.00. You agree to use it on your own Hair: 2d. Just as so have commenced to use it) you must talk it up to done for you, they will eagerly buy it. 3d. You receive for same, to compensate you for your kind with us, and do us all the good you can, by showing you actually $6.00 worth of goods for only $2.00 have seen your Hair, they will buy thousands of GLOSSINE. PLEASE DO NOT WAIT A MINUTE of GLOSSINE and seen its good effects you will and acme of all Hair Tonics by the best people of $4.00—This Special Trick To Continental Chemical Company Enclosed please find the sum of $2.00, for HAIR TONIC, worth 50c. each, or $6.00 in sell all that I do not use at no less than 50c. per sation of you allowing me to keep the money that me is not true, you are to return the $2.00 that I the future, I will endeavor to find some one who privileges as specified above. Name Street State Nearest Express R-Not a Bluff to get your money, but a chance we now, here is the glorious opportunity we offer $0.00 and the very moment we receive the meach or $6.00. We exact of you only the 2d. Just as soon as you see the improve must talk it up to your friends, showing you my it. 3d. You are to sell it for no less than you for your kind efforts in introducing the can, by showing the people, white and co- cies for only $2.00. Why? Because we kn ay thousands of boxes. Every one whom WAIT A MINUTE, but fill out the Coupon effects you will certainly become our Ag- eist the best people of the country, who are seri- 1700—This Coupon is worth Trial-Order Chemical Co., 1700 Lucas Ave. of $2.00, for which please send me at o each, or $6.00 in all. In return for this fa- ces than 50c. per package. I also agree not the money that I receive for same, I agree the $2.00 that I hereby send to you. If I al some one who will take the Agency in a If you send only $1.00, 6 boxes, work Name Street (If any) State Nearest Express Office can be obtained at Singleton's Pharmacy Director Merriam says he is not responsible for the dismissal of Negro clerks, as the clerks for permanent retention were named on 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. LET'S FIGHT THE COMMON ENEMY. Harry Smith of the Cleveland Gazette has declared a never-ending war on E. R. Cooper, of the Washington Colored American. Smith has made out against Mr. Cooper a case of crooked- 14 DISCORD IN CHURCH ORGANIS. 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. GLOSSINE THE WONDER QUEEN OF ALL HAIR TONICS FOR DIRECTIONS SEE INSIDE STRAIGHTENS CURLY KINKY KNAPPY HAIR CONTINENTAL CHEMICAL CO ST. LOUIS, MO. your money, but a chance we offer you to secure a better moment we receive the money we will at once. We exact of you only the following easy conditions as you see the improvement in your own friends, showing your own Hair to prepare to sell it for no less than 50c. per box, and efforts in introducing the great remedy in the people, white and colored, what GLOSSE. Why? Because we know it will give your boxes. Every one whom you sell a box, will TE, but fill out the Coupon and mail to us and certainly become our Agent. Remember that the country, who are sending us hundreds. Coupon is worth $4.00 to the Special-Order Agent, 1700 Lucas Ave., St. Louis, which please send me at once twelve (12) of all. In return for this favor, I hereby bind a package. I also agree not to cut the price we receive for same, I agree to act as your Agent, hereby send to you. If from sickness or any will take the Agency in my place. To all only $1.00, 6 boxes, worth $3.00, will be sent. P. O House No. (if any) Press Office At Singleton's Pharmacy Cor. 20th and E offer you to secure a beautiful head of hair, besides after you. Remember, GLOSSINE sells at the money we will at once send to you 12 extra following easy conditions, which are easier ment in your own Hair (which will be in your own Hair to prove its merits, and, as honor 50c. per box, and you are to keep at the great remedy in your locality. All we colored, what GLOSSINE has done for you, how it will give you a beautiful head of Hair, you sell a box, white or colored will be a bon and mail to us at once, and after you ha agent. Remember that GLOSSINE is now funding hundreds of testimonials daily. With $4.00 to You—$4.00. Agents' Contract Love., St. Louis, Mo.: Once twelve (12) of your regular extra lav avor, I hereby bind myself to use GLOSSINE to cut the price under any consideration to act as your Agent in the future. But from sickness or any other good reason, I my place. To all these agreements I have with $3.00, will be sent to you. P. O Use No. (If any) Cor. 20th and E streets, Northwest, W. ness. 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. 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 con- der of the century, and will take the place of all other Hair Tonics now on the market. No one after once using GLOSSINE, will use any other Hair Tonic, because there is nothing to equal it in the whole wide world. Everybody be they white or colored, old or young, who will only use it, cannot fail to have a beautiful head of long, fine Hair. It is a wonder and as sure as sunrise. Who is it that will let a $1.00 bill prevent them from having a beautiful head of Hair? GLOSSINE sells at 50c. for an extra large box once send to you 12 extra large boxes of GLOSSINE conditions, which are easily complied with: 1st. You Hair (which will be in a few days only after you love its merits, and, as they will see what it has and you are to keep all of the money that you in your locality. All we ask is that you act fair GLOSSINE has done for you. REMEMBER, we send a beautiful head of Hair, and, when the people write or colored will be a walking advertisement for it once, and after you have received the $6.00 worth that GLOSSINE is now recognized as the standard of testimonials daily. To You—$4.00. 's' Contract. His, Mo.: By your regular extra large boxes of GLOSSINE myself to use GLOSSINE on my own Hair, and to under any consideration. And for and in consider-agent in the future. But if all that you have told by other good reason, I cannot act as your Agent in these agreements I hereby bind myself for the intent to you. (If any) can do no injury—not even to y. Three boxes are sure to ent, and in most instancesient, It is very cheap—50c. e box, or $1.00 for three, guaranteed a full and comou will never have to use boxes. After you have used Hair will be in a perfect conll never have to use any Hair again. It is the greatest won- sideration the enclosed and other matters I have sent you respecting the council, can you tell me ii 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 E. L. McG THE COLORADO AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. 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 Children's Shoes and Rub- bers at lowest prices. The Only Shoe Store in the city conducted by colored Men. 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. A RACE MAGAZINE Do you realize that there is published in Boston, Mass., a high grade illustrated magazine, devoted exclusively to the interests of the Negro race, and which is edited, published and controlled by members of the race? If you would like tc see a sample copy of this magazine same will be sent you on receipt of 8 cents in stamps, or one year for $5.50 address, THE COLORED AMERICAN MAGAZINE Dept & Park Square Boston Mage 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. 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The case was tried and the verdict of guilty was pronounced by popular sentiment as fair and in accordance with the evidence. Mrs. Dora A. Millar, New York's fashionable dressmaker, does a business which pays a cash profit of over $2,000 per year. She will look at a customer, decide what her wardrobe shall consist of, based upon her social demands, and contract to purchase, design, fit and complete an entire outfit. She hopes this year to organize a National Association of Nedressmakers. The Boston Guardian, with an assininity that has grown to be characteristic, makes an unwarranted assault upon the Atlanta Congress, forsooth, because Booker T. Washington was among the speakers. This week we may expect a virulent attack upon the Business League, but the people are so thoroughly disgusted that what is said will be ignored as the vaporing of ar. unsound mind. Miss Hazel Harrison, of LaPorte, Indiana, a graduate of the High School of that city, is winning fame as a pianist. She has made several public appearances in Chicago, where she was a pupil of Victor Heinze. Miss Harrison comes of one of LaPorte's rising families. She now has under consideration an offer from a wealthy Chicago woman to enable her to spend several years in Europe in study under musical masters. A judge has rendered another decision which does not add to the comfort of married men. A woman may forge her husband's name to a check, collect the money and spend it on finery or bonbons, and nothing can be done about it. Well, as a man takes a wife for better or for worse, he is not supposed to kick if he takes hisances and gets the worst of it. The majority of women, however, understand that a good jolly profiteth more than forgery in raising the "ready" for any thing she wants. Parson Jones gave the sojourners at Atlantic City a severe jolt by his prediction that the town would be visited by a disastrous tidal wave, and all of the eloquence of the skilled weather chief could not prevent an exodus—not only blacks, but of whites who are supposed to be proof against "silly superstition." The wicked flee when no man pursueth. Parson Jones has had his little joke, advertised his congregation, increased his collections—and Atlantic City is doing business at the old stand as usual. What some people will do next is a problem. It is a sore reflection upon the culture and humanity of the Caucasian to read of the fiendish crime of Mrs. Earl Sharp, wife of a prominent citizen of Knoxville, Tenn., who gouged out the eyes of her Negro servant with a silver table fork. Jealousy is said to be the cause. For five minutes, with the strength of a maniac, she held her presumed rival over a red-hot stove and tortured her with the malignity of a maniac. Mrs. Sharp was released on a $10,000 bond. We shudder to think what would have happened to the Negro woman had the situation been reversed. 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. DINNER SET FREE for selling 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 Instruments. ments of all kinds and many other premiums for selling Solvana Soaps and perfumes. We allow you 15 days to deliver goods and collect for them. We give cash commission if desired. No money re-required. We prepay all freight charges. Illustrated catalogue free. Write to-day, SALVONA SOAP CO. Cheman Bldg.'s St Louis, Mo. ments of all kinds and many other premiums for selling Sal 15 days to deliver goods and collect for them. We give ca quired. We prepay all freight charges. Illustrated catalog CO. Chesman Bld'g, St Louis, Mo. We can personally assure our readers that the Salvona worthy—Editor ) other premiums for selling Salvona Soaps and Perfumes. We allow you collect for them. We give cash commission if desired. No money recharges. Illustrated catalogue free. Write to-day, SALVONA SOAP, Mo. Our readers that the Salvona Soap Co., is thoroughly reliable and trusted We can personally assure our readers that the Salvona Soap Co., is thoroughly reliable and trusted worthy—Editor ) Incorporated by The Legislature William McKinley Normal and ALEXANDRIA Fall term begins September 16, 1902. Price The Industrial Trades and Kindergarten attached. Building new and comfortable. Under Hall offers fine opportunities for girls and you healthy location. Tuition FREE Board and ated by The Legislature of Virginia, 1902. Hiley Normal and Industrial School, ALEXANDRIA, VA. November 16, 1902. Primary, and Normal Departments. The Industrial Trades a Specialty. Music, Typewriting. and comfortable. Undenominational. Parsons' Sewing units for girls and young women Commanding and ON FREE Board and lodging $8.00 per month. Incorporated by The Legislature of Virginia, 1902. William McKinley Normal and Industrial School, ALEXANDRIA, VA. Fall term begins September 16, 1902. Primary, and Normal Departments. The Industrial Trades a Specailty. Kindergarten attached. Music, Typewriting. Building new and comfortable. Undenominational. Parsons' Sewing Hall offers fine opportunities for girls and young women Commanding and healthy location. TUITION FREE Board and lodging $8.00 per month. For Further information address MAGNUS L. ROBINSON DR. W. H. JOHNSON, of Albany, $45 STUDY MEDICINE Louisville Natio STUDY MEDICINE AND PHARMACY AT THE Louisville National Medical College FIFTEENTH YEAR. Recognized by all State Boards. All buildings are the property of School, and have been entirely remodeled with fully equipped laboratories and Hospital. Nearly 100 Graduates in various parts of the country, every one of them enjoying a lucrative practice. School of Medicine. Four years of six months each. Session continues throughout the year. Each session is divided into four mds of three months each. Attendance upon any two terms entitlesudent to credit for one year's attendance. Terms: January, April, July and October. Examinations at end each term. Students may enter at beginning of any term. Department of Pharmacy. Two years, six months each session is divided into two terms of three months each. MAGNUS L. ROBINSON, President, Alexandria, Va. Dr. W. H. JOHNSON, of Albany, N. Y., Special Financial Agent. STUDY MEDICINE AND PHARMACY AT THE Louisville National Medical College Recognized by all State Boards. All buildings are the property of the School, and have been entirely remodeled with fully equipped Laboratories and Hospital. Nearly 100 Graduates in various parts of the country, every one of them enjoying a lucrative practice. School of Medicine. Four years of six months each. Session continues throughout the year. Each session is divided into four terms of three months each. Attendance upon any two terms entitles student to credit for one year's attendance. Terms: January, April, July and October. Examinations at end of each term. Students may enter at beginning of any term. Department of Pharmacy. Two years, six months each session is divided into two terms of three months each. For further information and Catalogue address W. A. BURNEY, M. D., Dean, Louisville, Ky. AVERY COLLEGE TRADES SCHOOL ALLEGHENY. PA. --- A Practical, Literary and Industrial Trade School for Colored Boys and Girls, Carpentry, Bricklaying, Plastering, Painting and Interior Decorations. Tailoring, Dress-making, Millinery, Voice Culture and Piano Forte. Literary Department from Primary to Normal Course. Job Work Solicited and Profits given to the Students. Catalogues now ready. Unusual advantages for Girls and a separate building. Fall terms begins Sept. 9th, 1901. Address JOSEPH D. MAHONEY, Allegheny, Pa. Principal. HONEY, Principal. --- THE NATIONAL COLORED Teachers Bureau 459 C St., N. W. Washington, D. C. 19 TEACHERS WANTED. MEDICAL DEPATMENT Including ach $80. Pharmaceuti College, $70. All students must register before Oct 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 ```markdown ``` EDUCATIONAL. Pays for professional lectures, board and room rent for one term. By the Quarterly System is offered unrivaled opportunities for those who must retain teaching positions as a means of livelihood, and yet desire to study Medicine. 15 EDUCATIONAL THE MUSEUM OF THE WORLD HOWARD UNIVERSITY, Washington, D. C. FEN distinct departments, under one hundred competent professors and instructors—Theological, Medical, Legal, College, Pedagogical, Preparatory, English, Agriculture, Industrial, and Musical. For information address—Rev. J. E. RANKIN, D. D., LL. D., President, GEO H. SAFPORD Secretary. HOWARD UNIVEkSITY Medical, Dental & Pharmaceutical Colleges Thirty-fifth session [1902-1902] will begin October 1st, and continue seven [7] mouths. Tuition fee in Medical and Dental Colleges THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. GOT What is Happening, Without Rebuke, in North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, and Louisiana. Where are the Race's "Friends?" ST. LUKE'S P. E. CHURCH WILL GIVE THIER Fifth Annual Fall Picnic LAKE VIEW PARK THURSDAY SEPTEMBER, 19th, 1902 Monumental Orchestra. [PROF, C. H. HAMILTON, LEADER] Twentieth Century Negro Literature ONE HUNDRED OF AMERICA'S GREATEST NEGROES and Edited by DR. D. W. CULP. This book contains One Hundred Treatises on Thirty-Eight General Topics in which the negro problem is viewed from every possible standpoint. No work could more fully represent the higher stratum of negro citizenship. It will furnish the basis of future calculations on all race subjects. There are 100 PORTRAITS AND 100 BIOGRAPHIES of the writers. To see the pictures and read the lives of the hundred most prominent negroes is to have a fair knowledge of the entire race. 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A Leading Druggist, who Opened His Doors With a Cash Capital of One Cent. Delegates to the Richi A New Faith Comes. Continued from first page. strations there is still a most grateful essence in their hearts and their love has never yet faltered for this man of God and his most estimable helpmeet. The next scene of Mr. Sheafe's activity was the city of Youngstown, Ohio. Here he found a most unattractive and unpretensious house of worship, situated on a little back street with a membership of about fifty-five, and in less than nine months with his usual genius for organization and for creating enthusiasm, he succeeded in building and dedicating a commodious structure with a seating capacity of 500, on Mahoney Ave., one of the principal streets of the city and which has given its name to the church. He served in Youngstown for two years, during which the membership of this church was increased from fifty-five to nearly three hundred, and the entire debt for the new structure and its handsome appointments was liquidated except about fifteen hundred dollars. Here Mr. Sheafe also took active interest in the work of the Christian Endeavor and was thus brought into personal contract with many influential churchmen of all denominations. Leaving Youngstown after two years in harmony with a now well digested intention never to remain with one charge long enough to inspire in its membership the faintest wish for his departure, he then came to Urbana, O., where his untiring work and conscientious endeavors met with the same phenomenal success as at his previous charges. In this city there occurred the greatest and most eventful change in his spiritual life. After deep thought and a careful weighing of every consideration, he formally gave up his connection with the Baptist faith and refusing many flattering offers to remain with the Urbana church and to fill other pulpits, he publicly and fearlessly announced his change of view and his belief in the tenets of the Seventh Day Adventists to his congregation and to the people at large. When his change of belief was brought to the attention of the leaders of the Seventh Day Adventists in Urbana (all white people of course), they at once solicited his powerful and eloquent aid in the propagation of their faith in that city. His work as in all previous endeavors evoked the keenest interest and was promptly successful and he has continued therein from that time (1896) to the present, contributing greatly to the marvellous success of this movement in every place which has been privileged to hear him. In Columbus, Cleveland, Springfield, and Youngstown (the scene of his former THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. A. G. HOWARD labors) in the state of Ohio; in Louisville, Lexington, Camp Nelson and Bowling Green, Kentucky; in Chattanooga, Knoxville, Nashville and Memphis, Tennessee; in Asheville, North Carolina; in Aiken, Orangeburg, and Denmark, South Carolina; in Augusta and Atlanta, Georgia, and in Terre Haute, Ind., he has had powerful influence by his scholarship, earnestness and perfect familiarity with the word of God and many souls have been brought into more intimate relations the Savior of mankind by his efforts. But it is in our city that his impressive personality and his learning have had their most potent effect. His meetings have continued since June 1st last. His ardent temperament, his single-hearted devotion to the cause, and to the right as God has given him to see the right, his prompt and ready sympathy, his perfect familiarity with the Holy Bible, his exquisite language and extensive vocabulary, his attractive voice, his fine musical ability, his scathing denunciation and ridicule of all the traditions, fetiches and practices in our churches which have no Biblical sanction or authority, have awakened this sated city, among both the whites and blacks, to the impulses of a higher and truer Christian life, and his meetings in tents, first at 16th and R streets, N. W., and now at 13th and T streets, N. W., are nightly crowded by the best citizens of the District of every faith and of both races, who flock to hear his convincing, logical and matchless eloquence poured forth in a very golden stream and who return to their homes refreshed in spirit and elevated and consecrated to higher living and nobler thoughts. Washington has often been described as the modern Athens in the respect that its people "live but to hear and to tell some new thing." Rarely does the most successful and the most brilliant advocate of any cause create more than a passing ripple on the surface or more than a momentary impression in this community. This does not seem to be the fate of our learned brother Sheafe. His sermons cover a wide range. They are not solely doctrinal nor essentially religious exclusively. They deal with all intricate and oft elusive questions of the day. Those on temperance for example, have had a most revivifying effect and we learn of many hardened old sinners who have imbibed too freely all their lives, who have been brought to a realizing sense of the intrinsic value of their better selves and who have begun anew the struggle to free themselves from liquid damnation. Mr. Sheafe's work promises to produce a lasting impression in this community and he has our warmest wishes for success. We hope the clergymen of other denominations will not permit a mere ecclesiastical narrowness to make them forego visiting his meetings and studying his methods. Let them cease to sit in luxurious ease, ALEX, STEPHENS, and arise! Let them pursue his methods or strengthen his hands in the purely undeominational part of his work or perchance they will find that this recent awakening in our midst will tend to the aggrandizement of the Seventh Day Adventist movement, to the financial and numerical detriment of their own churches and to their own everlasting undoing. We are authorized to announce that the statements in the Washington Times and Post of recent dates to the effect that an effort will be made this fall to divide the Seventh Day Adventists on race lines is utterly without foundation and we are permitted by Mr. Sheafe and greatly pleased to publish herewith a set of resolutions adopted by the Washington Church of that faith and embodying their sentiments on this question. It will be observed they bear a date antecedent by at least two months to the publications above alluded to. We ask for their careful perusal. Mr. Sheafe's meetings at 13th and T streets, N. W., will continue indefinitely. He is greatly encouraged. Resolutions passed by the Seventh Day Adventist Church at Washington, D. C., June 7, 1902. WHEREAS, much confusion has arisen upon the subject of race distinction within this church, therefore be it Resolved. That hereby the church expresses itself before God and man, and says that the priciples to which it has been committed since its organization will be followed in the future; that-hence there will be no distinction, nor discrimination on account of race, and consequently that different services for the different races will not be held, nor will attempts be made to regulate the seating according to race, hereafter. Resolved. That these resolutions be entered in full on the records of the church by the clerk, and that a copy be forwarded to the secretary of the Chesapeake Conference for its information. For The Public Good. For The Public Good. and regrets among the unselected and corresponding elation and self satisfaction in the souls of those publicly called to participate with the Chairman in the honorable civic duties which will devolve upon them within so short a period. A careful examination shows this committee to be almost an ideal one for the purpose in view and that Mr. Murray has in this instance as in all previous ones acted with a rare impartiality and intelligence. Every element of our many sided life is well and most worthily represented—the bench. Continued on third page. HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS THE M'KINLEY HOUSE, 489 Missouri Ave. Near 6 St. First-class accommodations for all. An up-to-date Hotel for colored people. Rooms neatly furnished, linens clean, and prices within reach of all. Meals and Lunches served at all hours. The PORTER : HOUSE ; CAFE 103 6th St., N. W. Wines, Liquors and Cigars.—A full line of the choicest liquors, the best brands of cigars and the coolest beer in Washington. BROWN & SMITH, Proprietors. --- HOTEL CLYDE, 475 MISSOURI AVE. N.W. First-Class Accomodations For Ladies and Gentlemen. Hot and Cold Baths. MRS. ALICE E. HALL, Proprietress. --- 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 1158. --- 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. THE SOUTHERN HOTEL, Good board, steam heat and electric bells. Home comforts, moderate prices. 311 Pa. Av., n. w., Washington, D. C. Fine wines, liquors, cigars and Tobacco. SATTERWHITE & CO., PROPS. : — ‘ 5 ; : E USERS See ae ee eee re THE COLORED AMERIVAN, WASrINGTON, 0. CO. ss j ‘ 4 2 a A_ SUCCESSFUL MAN Mr. Joseph Manninga Credit to his Race—His High Standing asa Contracter and Builder in Lodge Circhkes and as a Citi- zen—A Worthy Example. Mr. Joseph Manning is an architect and builder and a business man who stands in the front rank. He has an excellent financial standing both in the mercantile world and in the sey- eral societies with which he is identi- fied. He has ereditably filled many positions in the various branches of the Grand United Order of Odd Fel- lows, and his conscientious service renders him especially eligible to be the choice of the district delegates for election as committeeman at the b. M. C. which meets in New Haven, Conn. Mr. Manning now occupies the following positions: He is a member of Rising Sun Lodge, No. 1365; Dele- gate to the Hall Association and also treasurer for the Hall Association: Delegate to the B. M. C. for the third time; a member of Grand Council, No. 4; president of Odd Fellows’ Union Relief Association for three years, and has been a member for twelve years. * As a business man Mr. Manning learned his trade under the super- vision of his uncle, the late William Manning, and he has built some of the finest and most elaborate build- ings in the District of Celumbia and vicinity, under architectural plans prepared by himself. Mr. Mauning has served as a jury- man in the police court and circuit court numbers 1 and 2, and crimind courts numbers | and 2, and also on the grand jury of the District of Columbia, He has served in the ca- pacity of church clerk and trustee of the Virginia avenue Baptist Church, of which he is a member, and as such he has devoted the best years of his life, working towards the upbuilding of the race. He has vastly improved the financial condition of the G. U. O. of O. F., sacriticing many nights rest in the interests of the Order, perform- ing the most arduous tasks without compensation of any kind. Mr. Manning has always proved himself a good worker in his subor dinate Lodge and in all other bran ches of the Order wherever duty call eu him. He is always found at his post. This record entitles him to pro motion to the responsible position as a committeeman of the District of Columbia, or any other recognition that the united efforts of the delega tion from the District can command for him. At the B. M. C. in October, though a distinguished representative of the G. U. O. of O. F., he has not asked for anything. He has honest'y earned the brightest of laurels and should be crowned according to his merits. The honor will be conferred upon a man who is a credit to the District and the Order in general. For the Public Good. “ontinued f om = €cand pare. the bar, the pulpit, medicine, the jour- nalistic world and the higher business circles furnish gentlemen who are among their brightest and most suc- cessful votaries and it is apparent that ‘n- his selections Mr. Murray has been iree from the smallest reproach of self- eeking and has been actuated by the ingle-minded hope to present to the ‘isitors not less than to the General Committee and the community an ag *regation of gentlemen whose names will at ence command respect and to whom the work allotted may be safely entrusted. In these appointments Mr. Murray has fully vindicated the judgment of Chairman Weller in choosing him as “ head of the Sub-Committee and has baid himself a just tribute to the per- sonal qualities which have grown with his growth and which haye made him -ommunity, with reputation unassaila- ole because founded on the rocks of aigh principle and sterling character. vir. Murray’s life is well worthy of close study. More than thirty years igo he was fortunate enough to secure smployment in the Library of Con- sress, that great repository of the iighest thought and greatest achieve- nent in art, science literature ana mu- sic in our land and which is at once he pride of our whole broad country and the object of most profound admi- cation on the part of the great minds of all other civilized lands. Never tdle but with a most industrious ac- quisitive mind and an unusually re- -entive memory and a prodigious ca pacity for the assimilation of information, Mr. Murray in the years which have passed since his con- section with the Library began has wacucally educated himself and from he wealth of learning contained there- .. has become perhaps the very best informed colored man in the country. iis merits were quickly recognized at he Library where he is still a highly .ppreciated member of the Librarian’s staff and where he has risen to the nighest position of Assistant Librar- an, Aside from the large territority cov- red by Mr. Murray’s reading and re- earches he is tne authority peerless ind undeniable as to the literary pro- tuctions of the Negro race. He knows heir every detail and the lives and tifficuities of their every author. In he few winter months immediately seceding the recent Pan's Exhibition re prepared under the authority of the ibrary of Congress a most commenda- ye work described as a “Bibliography f the Colored Race” for use in connee- .on With the Negro Exhibit at that ex- iibition and so excellent was the work, o wonderful was its showing and so sreatly did it appeal to the pride of be race and the gratification of our vell-wishers that Mr. Murray was in- .uced to amplify bis production by the iddition of the works of all our pam- vhleteers and of a review of the con- ents of all such works as have been of commanding literary merit. He is still tt work on this book and hopes soon to be in condition to announce a date ‘or publication and there can be no ioubt that 2 will itself be a most valu- tble contribuuon to race literature. Mr. Murray has been by no means content with merely a literary reputa- ‘ion. He has found time and op vortuniiy to contribute to the eleva- ion of his peopie in many other di- vections. He has been a poteutial fac- or in the business world. tie has had ‘nd he continues to haye large real es- ate interest in the District. He has muilt many = fine residences an‘! ‘ngineered their sale or satisfac ory rental and were it not for his nev- r tiring energy and his distaste for hat luxurious ease which is the theme nd aspiration of many speculative ainds, he might even now, while sti!l young man tay down the weapons of varfare, take off the armer of battle nd safety submit himself to the easy omfort and dignity ef a purely schol- wily life, disdaining the marts of trade and of further struggle for the majeri- ul things of lufe. Not so, he! The first colored man to .e appointed a member of the Board of «rade of the city he is still one of its uost active and valuabie members. ie is the author of the present real es- ate tax law, which upon presentation xy him to the Board was at once adopt- -d as their own expression of the prop- r legislation for the District and which with practical unanimity was assed by both Houses of Congress and emains the existing law. Mr. Mur- ‘ay’s name has been repeatedly men- ioned with great favor for various public offices but our admiration for :im is intensified by observing that with his attainments and exceptional- y influential standing in asm thai best vepresents the aspirations of the race, ent is, that after an exhaustive hear ing before Chairman tiepburn and his colleagues of the Inter-State Com- merce Committee of the House of Re- presentatives in which Mr. Murray participated, his proposition was re- ferred by the committee to the Inter- State Commerce Commission for a re- port showing, Ist, Whether the com- plaints already and so largely made can be met by existing law, or if not. znd, Whether the proposed amend- ment will meet the requirements and if not. 3rd, Showing what changes are essential in said amendment to cover the case. Upon the designation of the com- mittee to go to New York and meet Admiral Dewey returning victorious from his brilliant achievements im Manila Bay. and to escort him to this city and to receive the thanks of Con- sress and the votive offering of a $10,- 009 sword, Mr. Murray was selected as a National representative on said committce and was the only colored man so honored. When the 48th and 49th regiments of U. S. volunteers, composed exclusively of colored men were organized for service in the Vhilippine Islands it became ap- parent that the policy of the War Department was to adhere to the pre- cedent already set, and commission colored men only up to the rank of first Lieutenant. Col. John R. Mar- shall strenuously opposed the pro- position, finally appealing to the President. The President sent for Mr. Murray and after listening to Mr. Murray's strong and cogent ar- gument reversed the policy of the War Department and as a_ result these two regiments went out to fight the Moros and other insurgents, officered up to and inciuding the rank of Captain, afl by men of their own race. In all social matters he 1s facile princeps. No social function is complete without his participation. He has been for eight years Presi- dent of the Inaugurai Welcome Clup, under whose auspices the most bril- liant entertainments of recent years have been given to visiting strangers. His home is most- happy. It was his great fortune to select for a help- meet in life, a most worthy lady, who is beyond all praise as a wife and # mother, who is herself a most talented, useful and active force in the community, who is associated in high capacity in every worthy public endeavor and whose name is held in reverence, affection and gratitude by ‘the poor and the needy wherever they have come within the radius of her tender heart and her helping hand. There is a great future in store for Daniel Murray. Mind and heart and youth are still his weapons. These with the commanding respect which he has conquered from our white fellow- citizens, open up a vista of usefulness and prestige and success which we cannot now circumscribe and the end of which the imagination can not yet fully conjecture, and in passing we say to him in the great poet's words: “Our hearts, our hopes, are all with thee, Our hearts, our hopes, our prayers, our tears, Our faith triumphant o’er our fears, Are all with thee—are ail with shine TO A SAGE AND SAVANT. To Whom It May vorcern, and es- pecially a learned Sage whose pen emiis fire and brimstone, Greeting: “The wise young man who lives in a country village,” has the pleasure to communicate that he has found out that even ye yearned Savants nave acquired the well known habit ot “craw-fishing” when confronted with the doings done when things are not coming their way, as do ye plebe- ian fighter who thinks he is “it” ull his hand gets called. Bombastes Furioso “raising sand” till he has provided with a chance to eat crow, is not an edifying spectacle. To be a swashbuckler is alrightt—till one of the loaves and fishes are gobble, and then, presto change—to repuidi- ate the whole past requires nothing more than gall—the sublimated, un- mitigated kind! When will these fellows quit cussing for a loaf, how- eyer small—and cowardly repudiate their own literary progeny—when cornered} + x yz SALOONS FritzReuter’s Wasnineton, D.C. HOTEL AND RESTAURANT 451, 453, 455, 457 Penn. Ave. 402, 208 and 210 44 St Northwest MOORE & PRIOLEAUL, Sparta - Bullet and Cafe 1216 Pa.Av. Wash., D.C. Fine wines, liquors and cigars, Hot Free Lancn Every Day. *@ Ladies Wil receive special attention in Dipire Room upstairs. Jas. F. Keenan, DVO ODSS8O48 Rectifier and Wholesale Liquor Vealer, Elegant Club Whiskey » Specialty Importer of Fine Wines, Brand- ies, Gins, Etc 462 Pennsylvania Avenus. NW, E Cc. H. NAUGHTON... FINE W INES. Harper & Wilson a specialty, 1926 Fourteenth St., Northwest. | Gray & Costley ae WINES, LIQUORs & CIGARS Laaies and Gentlemen’s Dining Room vu) stairs. The best of service cur ranteed q ‘ (313 E Street N. W. Wasatnaton. D. O. Chris.X 5. Xander’s QUALITY HOUSE, £809 7thst NW. Established 86 years ago. The largest wholesale stock in town of the most exquisite, fanitiess wines and distiliates (a all 240 kinds,) at Chris Xander’s aodern prices o0 others can compete qiatity and varity with any of bis g0ds. His liquors are absolutely tree 4 om fuse! poison, \Nobranch houses.) Phone 1425 CAN NED Y Standard remedy tor Gleet ( W: M. DRURY’S RESTAURANT 1100 20th St. corner L. N. W, Washington. Dj 0. : 4 A REMARKABLE NEGRO. Charles W. Anderson, Supervisor of Accounts of New York State Racing Association, Rarely Gifted-Extensive Traveler and Art Connoisseur. Rarely does one have the picture of meeting a character so unique as is Charles W. Anderson, the supervisor of the accounts of the State Racing Association. He is stopping at the Ircquois Hotel during the racing meet at Kenilworth Park. Mr. Andersen is a type of the hustling business man; seeing things to do does them. He is a colored man of attainments, that would put the ordinary white man to blush. A politician J. Hon, CHARLES)W ANDERSON. and member of the Republican State Committee, he finds time when in his New York home to devote to the beauties of art and literature. Last evening in conversation with a Courier reporter, the talk turned to Old World history. Mr. Anderson showed an acquaintance with it that was extraordinary. He discoursed on the history of France from the revolution down to the present day and he showed a remarkable knowledge of the history of Ireland during the past two centuries. When the subject turned to the history of artists and their great works, both in music and painting, Mr Anderson exhibited a remarkable and thorough knowledge of them. From Shakespeare's down to the present day, he is thoroughly familiar with the history of English literature. To appreciate the pleasures and charms of his conversation, one should know the man and draw him out. He has dabbled in politics to a large extent, has a comfortable fortune and has traveled in Europe as well as this country. Speaking last night on the future of his race, in which Mr. Anderson is Very much interested, he said: SEES A FUTURE "Hurdreds of individual cases of men of my color, rising to the highest points in business, science and art can be pointed out: The future of the race is assured. Latent talents, clouded for centuries, will continue to rise to the top and, in time, the colored man will become as important a factor in American institutions as is the white man." Mr. Anderson is a good example of his own argument. To sum up, he is a polished gentleman, whom no one could know without admiring. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. Washington's Favorite Prima Donna. Gertrude Brown, (Black Patti No. 2) accompanied by her great blind pianist. He plays organ, piano, harp and flute. She also gives illustrated song recitals. Something new. Churches, lodges and societies write for dates. She gives diamond rings as prizes to the person selling the highest number of tickets. Write early for terms, tickets and programs to her business manager, M. J. Pleasant, 249 3rd street, southwest. The Amphlons "High Tea" is the talk of the smart set. My! those fellows are hustlers! Monday evening, Sept. 15th. The drawing will be held at 9:30. Buy a ticket and try your luck. 1507 S. St. Northwest is the place. MR. VASCAR G. BARNETTE. Circulation Manager of The Colored American. Mr. Vascar G Barnette the new circulation manager of The Colored American takes charge this week. He will have exclusive charge of the circulation of The Colored American in the Edistrict of Columbia and will devote his entire attention to it. All city subscribers are hereby advised to pay Mr. VASCAR G. BARNETTE. Mr. Barnette and to make all arrangements for the paper through him. Alp subscriptions should be paid to him or at the office of The Colored American. Mr Barnette is a Virginian by birth and is a graduate of the Hampton Normal and Industrial Institute, at Hampton, Va. He is an aggressive young business man and we bespeak for him a cordial reception by the thousands of patrons and friends of The Colored American. Trained Young Men Wanted The demands in all parts of this country, and in several foreign countries, for well trained men of our race in the direction of scientific and practical agriculture are so great that this institution is willing to offer exceptional advantages to young men who wish to come here and take either a regular or post graduate course in agriculture. We cannot begin to supply the demands that come to us for trained men in the direction of agriculture. The positions for which these trained men are wanted are those in most every case which pay high salaries. We are especially anxious to get hold of men who have received, as far as possible, a good education before coming here, and are ready to enter upon a thorough course of agricultural training. For further information address, Booker T. WASHINGTON, Principal, Tuskegee Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. The Editor's Corner Dear readers, let us pause for a little herat-to-heart talk. Have you received a small pink slip, asking you to remit the amount of your subscription today? If so, it means that you are sadly in arrears and we hope by this simple method to arrouse you to prompt action in the direction indicated. In other words, we wish you to send us the money you owe for which by letter and bill we have repeatedly ask you to pay. These statements have been sent to people high in church, official and business standing, who enjoy an ample income and would not miss the small sum demanded; but the returns have been so few and slow that we are at a loss to know the reason why. We are giving the nation a splendid paper. As all can see, commendatory letters come to us from every station, and from every walk of life. There is something interesting and profitable to all classes and conditions of readers, and our steadfast contention for Negro manhood, for larger opportunities for development, for sturdy independence, and helpful portrayal of the best in Negro character and achievement combine to make the Colored American pre-eminently the paper for the people. In our columns you will find the scholarship of the magazine, the sprightliness of the up-to-date journal, the spicy variety of the progressive newspaper, the scintillating sparkle of the modern "feature" periodical and the sledge-hammer blows of the uncompromising race champion. Now it costs money to keep such a large institution in regular and systematic operation. With expenses heavy, even when the strictest economy is observed, your delinquency increases our bill for stamps, clerk hire and stationery, to say nothing of the wear and tear upon our nerves and optimistic philosophy. Is a further hint necessary? We want everybody to have the Colored American, and should regret to use the pruning-knife on a subscription list embracing so many who are personal friends. 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. SUPREME COURT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA No. 10977, Administration THIS IS TO GIVE NOTICE; That the subscriber, of the District of Columbia has obtained from the Probate Court of the District of Columbia, Letters of Administration, on the estate of Catherine Butler late of the District of Columbia, deceased. All persons having claims against the deceased are hereby warned to exhibit the same with the voucher thereof legally authenticated. to the subscriber, on or before the 20th day of august. A. D., 1903, otherwise they may by law be excluded from all benefit of said estate. Given under my hand this 20th day of August, 1902. John R. Rowzer. Deputy Register of Wills for the District of Columbia. Clerk of the Probate Court. John W. Patterson Attorney. CURES ANY DISEASE CURES ANY DISEASE A NEW AND WONDERFULLY SUCCESSFUL METHOD OF CURING ALL CHRONIC AND LINGERING AFFLICTIONS. A FREE TRIAL PACKAGE OF THIS REMARKABLE DISCOVERY WILL BE MAILED TO ALL WHO WRITE. Any one who suffers from a weak, disordered condition of the heart lungs, kidneys, stomach blood, liver, skin, muscles or nervous system should write at once for a free trial treatment of a new method that is rapidly displacing the old ways of curing disease [Illustration of a man in a suit with a tie and a mustache.] DR. U. G. LIPES. 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This time it is a "High Tea," at which a handsome servant will be given to the person holding the ticket having the lucky number DANBURY HAPPENINGS. Doings of Well Known People and a Mirror of Events in Conneticut's Enterprising Town. (Danbury, Conn., Special.) Tuesday evening, August 28th, the members and friends of the A. M. E. Zion Church, enjoyed a grand lecture by the Rev. J. Sulla Cooper, D. D., pastor of the Mother Zion Church, of New York City. The lecture, "My Early Courtship," or "How to get the right kind of a wife," was listened to with rapt attention and created much laughter and applause. The choir rendered some of their choice selections, among them the "City of My Dream," composed by editor J. M. Smith, of the Star, of Zion. Miss Maude Burkhart, Danbury's popular elocutionist, never appeared to better advantage in her recitations. The entertainment was a success. Dr. Cooper was the guest of Rev. and Mrs. W. H. Green while in the city. The attendance at the A. M. E. Zion Church, Sunday, was fair throughout the day. The pastor began the first of the series, "The Institutions of Christianity," in the evening, to a good sized audience. The young people held an interesting meeting at 6:30 p. m., lead by Mr. Fred Butler. The New Hope Baptist Church, Rev. Thomas Garnett, pastor, held inspiring services during the day. Mrs. Georgeanna Coitch, (widow), died at her home in Bethel, Friday morning, the 29th, of Brights disease, age 43 years. The funeral services were held at her late home, Sunday afternoon, at 2:30 p. m. Rev. Thomas Garnett, pastor of New Hope Baptist Church, officiating. Interment in Bethel cemetery. The deceased leaves one daughter to mourn her loss. Miss Evans, on Franklin street, is very low at this writing. Mr. James E. Butler, of 8 1-2 John street, spent Sunday and Labor Day in Bridgeport, Conn., the guest of his mother, Mrs. Williams. Mr. Thomas Atkins, of this city is talking of going to New Jersey to live. Rev. Green and family spent a day or two in Chestnut Ridge, the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Burth Rilley. Professor George T. D. Baptist, of New Haven, spent Labor Day in the city, the guest of Miss Williams, of Franklin street. Strangers from all points of the country are flocking to Danbury to be ready for the Fair in October. Mrs. Mattie Marshall, of Bridgeport, is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Johnson, of Beaver street, this city. Nearly all of Danbury's population attended the Laborer's Union barbecue at the Danbury Fair Grounds, Monday. Mr. Charles Foot, of 48 Beaver street, and Mr. Cudnay were chief cooks. The Sunday School of the A. M. E. Zion Church will give their picnic at Haystown, Saturday the 13th. Editor of the Colored American: Evidence of Race Progress. As a close observer and mechanic, allow me space in your very valuable paper to express my great satisfaction of what I saw and heard while passing on 18th street between L and M streets. There is a very large building being erected of handsome light brick, and when I inquired what it was, was informed that it is the new John Wesley A. M. E. Zion Church. I asked who the contractor was, and was told that the work was not being done by contract, but by day labor, under the superintendency of Mr. G. L. Joy. On the scaffold was six bright, colored brick layers, laying brick and putting in the most difficult arches with shining trowels, and I was informed also that all the men working on the building are colored, and that the architect is a colored man. Not being accustomed to seeing such beautiful work done by colored men, you can imagine how I felt. I asked to see the architect, but he not being at the building, Mr. G. L. Joy responded, and I have never talked with a more pleasant man in THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. my life. He spoke very highly of the Trustees, of which Mr. William Johnson is president, and to him credit is due for the splendid deal brought in selling the old church and buying the new. A SUBSCRIBER. Minister P wel's R port Minister W. F. Powell, under date of Port au Prince, Haiti, has made an extended report to the State Department, on the events connected with the revolutionary movement in that island. His letter of the 20th ult., describes the destruction of St. W. Hon.W.F Powell U.S Minister to Hayti. Michael by General Jumeau, who burned the place to prevent it from falling into the hands of the government troops. Jumeau was defeated in a small battle. The situation is reported as very critical, and it is likely that as soon as a decisive battle takes place, the gage of battle will find its way to the front of the Haitian capital, and that its citizens are apprehensive of serious results. Minister Powell is watching matters closely. He is one of the most capable officials in the diplomatic corps of the United States, and can be depended upon to take care of American interests at his station. SEVENTH DAY ADVENTISTS. As a result of the missionary labors of Rev. L. C. Sheafe, who has been conducting a most successful series of meetings in a tent, under the auspices of the Seventh Day Adventist Society, a Colored church of that faith may be established here shortly. His arguments have made a deep impression, and quite a number have signified their willingness to join him in a definite organization. Before his arrival the fifty or more Negro Adventists had worshipped with their white brethren at a little chapel northeast, but now that there seems a promise of an increased membership, a sentiment has grown that the Colored contingent would be better satisfied in a church under their own control. The proposed plan is denied in some quarters, but there are evidences that tangible results will grow out of Rev. Sheafe's very earnest and energetic work during the summer. Coored Barbers Organze The Colored barbers of the northwest section of the city made an attempt to organize for the mutual benefit of the trade in general, on Thursday night, August 28th. Mr. Albert S. D. Taylor of 19th and L streets northwest is the promoter. The following gentlemen were present: Messrs. Tom Bagby, Chas. Jones, Chas. Ricks, Jas. Armstrong, Emmanuel Burrell, David Bowie, J. R. Brinkley, Jesse Lane, W. H. Bagby, Reuben Woward, Walter Jones, and Albert S. D. Taylor. Others were invited who will be notified of the next meeting. The meeting was also honored with the presence of Mr. Green, foreman of a Tonsorial Parlor at 14th and 2nd streets northwest. It is rumored that a fight is to be made against the continuance of the Colored Sub-Committee on public comfort, appointed to look after the welfare of Colored visitors during the G. A. R. Encampment. City Brevities. Judge M. W. Gibbs is spending the month in the city. Dr. C. Sumner Wormley spent Labor Day at Atlantic City in the surf. Mr. Robert Makell, who has been spending the summer in the West, will return home some time this month. Miss Le Berta Gray of 1505 M street, northwest, who spent the summer at Harvard, Boston, Mass., has returned home. The District Grand Lodge of the G. U. O. of O. F. will hold their annual meeting at the Oud Fellows' Hall this week. It is practically conceded that Mr. David Warner will be the next Grand Treasurer of the G. U. O. of O. F. of the United States. Mr. Wm. E. Sanford returned this week from Raleigh, N. C., where he went to attend the annual tournament of the fire departments. Mr. Robert T. Hill, who has been confined for some weeks at Garfield Hospital, with typhoid fever, has so greatly improved that he will be discharged on the 15th. Misses Mamie C. Locker and Ida B. Scott, of 1130 22nd street northwest, were hostesses of a very enjoyable whist party at their residence Monday evening, Labor Day. It is now a forgone conclusion that Mr. B. C. Chase, manager of the Manhattan Dancing Class, will soon take unto himself a bride. No one can guess who the "lucky girl" will be. Mrs. D. J. Gilmer has arrived from Greensboro, N. C., and with her husband, Capt. D. J. Gilmer, is domiciled at 1129 G street northeast, where they will be glad to receive friends. Mr. George Wild, Grand Secretary of the Odd Fellows of England, will attend the B. M. C. as fraternal delegate from Great Britain. He is a man of commanding ability, and all are anxious to mhiteeHRDLaeef,g a are anxious to meet him. Lawyer W. C. Martin will be chairman of the District delegation of Odd Fellows who will attend the B. M. C. at New Haven, in October. There will be twenty-seven delegates, and they will go to the Convention unpledged, as to candidates for national offices. Mr. John C. Dancy, Jr., will resume his studies at Livingstone College about the first of next month, where he is a member of the junior class. After graduation he will enter Exeter, preparatory to taking the full course at Harvard University. Young Mr. Dancy has a bright future before him. Mr. Wm. E. Sanford, of 1526 M street, northwest, returned this week from Raleigh, N. C., where he went to attend the annual tournament of the several fire departments of the State. He reports having had a very pleasant trip, and that the tournament was not surpassed by the one previously held by the white organizations. In fact, he said, the city was crowded, and there was not an arrest,—a fact that brought forth comment by the leading Democratic journals of the State, admitting, at the same time, that it was not the case during the white firemen's tournament. AT THE BATHING BEACH. Charles Sayles, a life guard employed at the Washington Bathing Beach, and one of the youngest in that business has made five assists to drowning persons without losing a case. The most daring one was in aiding a boy thirteen years old. He went after this boy about forty-five yards out in the water with all his clothes on except his hat and coat. The record at the colored beach for 1902, is thirteen rescued and no one drowned. Eugene Green, also a life guard made the other light assists. Charles Sayles gave an exhibition of diving and swimming last Sunday, at Bay Ridge. DRESS MAKING ACADEMY. The de Lam Orton Famous French Perfection Failor System Mme J. A. Smallwood, Sole Agent 1518 Madison street, northwest, Morning class from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Afternoon class 2 to 5 p.m. daily. Evenings from 7.30 to 10 o'clock. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, dress makers and ladies who wish to do their ow dressmaking. WANTED—To learn the wonderful De Lam Orton French Perfection Tailor System. Seamless Basques without one inch of visible seam, in lining or goods, not even on the shoulder. Successful dressmaking requires as much earnest progressive study as successful work in any of the professions. No detail is too small to be looked after. We teach you to make dresses with or without seam and guarantee perfect fits, and complete your course with a diploma. Pupils can enter at any time. SUMMER RESORTS. THE KEYSTONE PARK The Keystone Park, Suitland, Md., will be open and ready for business June rst. A commodious house with large and improved premises, plenty of fresh water with garden and chickens where a number of select couples or people can be accommodated. Everything is strictly first-class. The Route Cars run to the new Pennsylvania ave., bridge and for those who drive, follow the straight road and watch the signs. Private parties will be met at the bridge conveyances. For those who desire to spend the heated term arrangements will be made for trips morning and evening. For further information apply at 443 1st st., s. w WANTED-A POSITION An intelligent young man who is taking a college course desires a position as bookkeeper, copyist or any kind of office work. Salary no object. Address "W" care this office. If you have a spare room that you would like to rent to desirable parties, advertise them in The Colored American. FOR RENT—One large front room in good locality with all modern improvements, convenient to cars and herdicks, 1625 Corcoran St. N. W. apply to Mr. J. B Patterson. Improve The Hair and Complexion. Singleton's Pharmacy 20th and E carries a full line of Ozono preperations with his toilet articles and sundrials. Please Help Me Find My Brother Saunk Joyce was sold in Mecklenburg, Virginia, several years before the civil war, to Cunnigan, a Negro trader. His mother Willie, was a slave on the Joyce plantation. He had one sister, Betty, who is very anxious to find him. Any information will be gladly received MRS BETTY REYNOLDS. 44 Parker street, Atlanta, Ga. "Crimp = Less" An Electric Hair Straightener-takes the Crimp out without fail! Half an hour once a week with this Straightener keeps the Hair Smooth and Glossy. You can make money if you own one-Colored People wild over it. Price $8.00. We want reliable agents in every town. Write for Descriptive Matter. CRIMLESS" MFG.CO. 1111 Missouri Trust Bldd. St. Louis, Mo. Here is an Opportunity! A large picture of PROF. BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, printed in four colors which has all the appearance of an oil painting, will be sent elegantly framed by express to any subscriber who will send $3.00 to THE COLORED AMERICAN. To persons who desire the picture without subscribing for the paper, it will be sent by express for $1.50. To parties who desire to sell them, they will be sent in quantities of ten or more for $1.00 each. All orders should be addressed to The Colored American WASHINGTON, D.C. This picture should be in every Parlor Library, Reading Room, School Room, and every Public Hall used by intelligent colored people. Colored Lawyer Dead. Hon. W. J. Oglesby, of Oakland, Cal., died a few weeks ago. He was the first Colored man admitted to the bar in the State of California. He rose rapidly and had the reputation of being one of the best criminal lawyers in the State of California. THE AMPHIONS ABROAD. Gratifying Success in Richmond -Close Season at Home With a "High Tea" Monday Evening. Director J Henry Lewis and his excellent organization of male voices have returned from Richmond and other points in Virginia, where they recently went on a concert tour. They all wear abroad and satisfying smile which be speak the musical and financial success of their experience. They report crowded houses for each of their appearances, and we can vouchsafe from personal experience that the Amphions did not fail to please. In fact we learn from disinterested persons who attended the excursion (which by the by was not given by the club, but on which they went in order to get excursion rates) that our boys never sang 3 PROF. J. HENRY LEWIS. better, or made a more lasting and favorable impression Prof. J. T. Layton, who is an honorary member of the Amphions, accompanied them on this trip and supported them in some of their numbers. He also gave several solos with telling effect. Preparatory to their work for this season, and as a fitting close to their outdoor entertainments, they will give a "High Tea" on Monday evening, Sepember 15th at the residence of Mrs. Martha Coxsons 1507 8 street, northwest, admission 10 cents. Souvenir to the person holding the ticket having the lucky number. Only 500 tickets have have been issued, and these are greatly in demand. Of course there will be a large attendance. The entire community has a great pride and interest in this creditable organization of young men. This is the eleventh year of their existence, Those Who Wield the Pen. The Pittsburg Independent has succeeded in installing its own presses and gotten rid of the white firm it was compelled to patronize. The Western Negro Press Association, with its fifty delegates, all discussing questions pertaining to the advancement of the publishing business, came near setting the pace for the national body. The Western World, Col. John C. Leftwich's sprightly paper, has introduced a column devoted to the items of interest concerning the white people of Oklahoma City. The energetic Leftwich doesn't believe in ignoring the other race when they are found thrifty and deserving. The Star of Zion looks as if it had never been visited by a fire. The recuperative power of this excellent journal has surprised the most ex THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. perienced of the craft. The speed manifested in getting on its feet is a fine send-off for the hustling Editor Smith and Manager Hill. The Philadelphia Tribune prints in its current issue an excellent likeness of Mrs. Paul Laurence Danbar, together with an interesting account of her literary productions. She has written "Violets," "The Goodness of St. Roque" and a number of short stories which have been readily accepted by the magazine. She won no little reputation as a journalist on the Chicago Daily News. Roscoe C. M. Simmons, whose literary work on the Charleston Advocate and other race papers has made him a leading light in the journalistic fraternity, has been tendered the managing editorship of the Boston Advocate, the most highly regarded colored weekly in the Hub, and which has been designated as the official organ of the National Negro Business League. Washington will miss the cheery presence of Mr. Simmons, but if his new field offers a larger sphere for usefulness, he is wise in accepting the trust, and he has our best wishes. The rumbling noise to the west of us is not an extension of the Mont Pelee eruption—it is only a new paper starting up in Chicago, where the chief industry seems to be the launching of race papers and suspending or transferring them. The new venture is "The Searchlight," and the following pilots are announced: Bernard W. Fitts, editor and proprietor; Charles Fred. White, local editor; Lincoln C. Valle, political editor, and T, T, Allain, so, licitor and correspondent. Fitts ought to be a good thing for the newspaper to give the public, and backed up by the vigorous Anglo-Saxon of Col. Allain. the Searchlight ought to prove a "warm member." The Outlook for September. Among the large portraits of men of the hour which the The Outlook makes a special feature in all of its Magazine Numbers, we find in its Magazine issue for September those of A. D. White, Loid Salisbury, Oliver Wendell Holmes, the newly appointed Justice of the Supreme Court, Laing Chen Tung, who is to be the Chinese Minister to the United States, the composer Saint Saens, and the Sultan of Turkey. A Hint for China Lovers. A richly illustrated article on Historic Pitchers, by Ada Marie Peck, which appears in The Delineator for October will prove of interest to china collectors and china lovers. A number of rare measures have been brought to light for this article, and it will give a new value to many household ornaments that have hitherto remained unidentified Cookery for Early Autumn. In addition to the fashion and literary features of The Delineator for October is a variety of art les that will appeal especially to the housewife. They include the cooking of Poultry and Game, with some new recipes; Edibles made from Cider; Pickles and Oatsups, Sour Milk Oakes, two pages of Illustrated Cookery, and innumerable minor suggestions that may be put to daily use. The Amphions' "High Tea" September 15, at the residence of Mrs. Martha Coxson, 1507 S Street, Northwest. Go Early. Orchestral music. Washingtonians Conspicuously in Evidence in New York—Keystone Beneficial Association Entertains—Personals. New York, N. Y., Special—Judging from the number of Washingtonians here, one would presume New York to be a summer resort at the height of the season. It is almost a matter of impossibility for one to walk down 6th Avenue and Broadway without meeting any number of persons from the City of Magnificent Distances, and crossing the ferry to Jersey City you are sure to have as a fellow passenger some one faom home. At a picnic given last Friday night by the Keystone Beneficial Association were the following persons: Mr. ond Mrs. J. T. Williams, Jr., Misses Millie Williams, Adilena Shaw, Mabel Brooks, Eva Cohen, Blanche Nugent, Julia Davis, Elizabeth Allen, Ida Washington, Mrs. Charles Maston, Crete Wright, Messrs. James Y. Johnson, M. W. Wilkinson, Furman Wormley, Justin Brown, Harry Butler, Percy Brown and Thomas H. Wright. The officers of the above mentioned association are: William Estren, general manager; T. Brown, president; Walter Williams, treasurer and Charles Anderson floor manager. They did well financially. The welcome accorded the visitors was noticeable at all times, and in all the happenings of the evenings. Mr. A. O Stafford, wife and boy, have been visiting friends at Gravesend, Mr. Stafford, after his stay in Atlantic City and about a week here, returned to his school duties Sunday. Mrs Hughes and her daughter, Miss Bertha, of Manchester, Va., are visiting Mrs Hughes' elder daughter. The Misses Randolph joined them Tuesday and expect to stay for about ten days. Miss Maggie L. Turner, one of Richmond's belles, has been creating quite a furore among the smart set. It is said that Newburg has an increase of summer visitors during her stay which has seidom been exceeded. Major Groggins and General Forrest are enjoying their usual popularity among the fair sex Miss Hattie Beatrice Beatty, one of New York's most charming young ladies is looking better than ever after her sojourn at Atlantic City. Her brother-in law, Dr. P. E. Roberts, one of New York's prominent politicians and medical practitioners, has now located with him his brother, Dr. Charles Roberts, a dentist who is building for himself an enviable reputation. Their offices which are in the same house, are equipped in regal splendor, every notch evidencing the prosperity of these successful men. It is only a few more days when the opening of school will necessitate many leaving, but the memories of the pleasant times will linger for many days. An Accomplished Young Lady. Miss Lucile Washington, of Charlotte, N.C, a graduate of Livingstone College, will spend a while with her friend, Miss Lillian Dancy, at the charming home of the latter, 2139 L street northwest. Miss Washington is a bookkeeper in the Publication House of the A. M. E Zion Church at Charlotte, and is a valuable assistant to Editor J. W. Smith, of the Star of Zion in the preparation of his matter. Cards for the "High Tea" by the Amphions can be bought of any member of the club at 10 cents each. Get a block of five or ten and increase your chance to win the souvenir. 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.t.c., without removal. Loans to salaried employes Without endorsement. 602 F Street N. W Cor. 6th St.. Capital Loan Guarantee Company. Loans of $10 and upwards made on FURNITURE PIANOS, HORSES, Wagons, etc., at lowest rates and in the day you apply. We are loaning on the Building and Loan Association plan, which lays the cost of carrying loans much less than, you pay elsewhere, and allows you to pay it off in any sized notes you desire, running from one to twelve months. You only pay for the use of the money for the length of time you carry it. If you have a loan with some other company we will pay it off and advance you more money if desired. Rates cheerfully given, and no cost to you unless the loan is made. Loans made any where in the District. Call and get rates. F.ont room, first floor, Scientific American Building. National Mortgage Loan Co. 625 F St., N. W. The National Safe Deposit Savings and Trust Company Corner 15th St. & New York Ave. Capital; One Million Dollars. Pays interest on deposits. Rents Safest sides Burglar-proof Vaults. Acts as administrator executor, trustee, ac. DO YOU NEED Financial Assistance? If so, come to us. We are always ready to loan you any amount you may need. You can repay it in small monthly payments to suit your convenience. We make loans on Furniture, Pianos, &c., without removal or any publicity in any way. All business is private. Washington Mortgage Loan Co., 610—F Street—610 CAPITAL SAVINGS BANK. 609 F St. N. W., Washington,D.C. Capital $50,000. Hon. Jno. R. Lynch, President. L. C. Bailey, Treasurer. J. A. Johnson, Secretary. D. B. McCary, Cashier. Directors: Jno. R. Lynch, Dr. W. S. Lofton, Whitefield McKinlay, L. C. Bailey, Robt. H. Terrell, W. S. Montgomery, Wyatt Archer, John A. Pierre, HenryE. Baker, Robt. Williams J. T. Bradford Dr. W. A. Warfield, J. A. Johnson, Dr. A. W. Tancil, Howard H. Williams. Deposits received from 10 cents up-ward. Interest allowed on $5.00 and above. Collections meet with prompt attention. A general exchange and banking business done. Bank open from 9 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. LOW PRICES. On Beautiful gold crowns and all other work. We positively extract teeth without pain. ☆☆☆☆☆ ...12th and Penn. Ave.. Vero Dentists. Hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. --- Get the children ready for school Mr. Travis Glascoe continues to improve. Lawyer Thomas L. Jones spent his "outing" at Atlantic City. Mr. B. Reynolds Arnett has gone to Pittaburg, to remain until October first. Messers. Mulligan and Rogers are handling all the latest periodicals and magazines. Mr. Lawrence Bradley is at the Home Club, Lawrence. Mass., for a brief period. Mr. Walter Hill, of Pittsburg, is visiting his cousin, Mrs. Mary J. Carver, 48 Hanover Place. Mrs. Jennie Rogers, of 1011 Fourth Street, N. W. has moved to 1012 Seventh Street, N. E. Miss Ida Jenkins of the Recorder's Office has returned from Atlantic City, and resumed her duties. Miss Hailie B. Williams, of the Bureau of Engraving and printing, is at home again from Rockville, Md. The G. A. R. Encampment means many a dollar of "ready money" for the festive Washington landlady. Messers. Charles C. Russell, Morgan Houser and William Burrell made a flying visit to Hampton last week. Galbraith A. M. E. Zion Church has a Sunday Lyceum in view, if the proper man can be found to preside over it. After two delightful weeks at Atlantic City, Mr. Harvey Arnett, stopped a few days here, the guest of his brother, Mr B. Reyrolds Arnett. Persons visiting Washington or stopping over for a short time can secure first class board and lodging at M. J. Bundy's, 1642 10th st., n. w. Miss Mamie Arnett, sister of Mr. B. Reynolds Arnett, spent a few days in the city enroute to her home in Ohio, after summering in Virginia. The Asbury M. E. Church Choir made its initial appearance for the fall season last Sunday, greatly improved in voice, after the summer vacation. The Second Baptist Lyceum, of which Mr. S. E. Lacy is president, is planning an entertainment for the purpose of liquidating some outstanding obligations. Prof. and Mrs. George William Cook have been conducting a Summer School at Martha's Vineyard, Mass. The Professor also had charge of a hotel at that point. Miss Essie Burrell, of Pierce Place, has returned from Willisville, and will spend the remainder of her vacation in Pittsburg, reaching Washington about the first of October. Among the attractions at the opening of the Second Baptist Lyceum on the First Sunday in October, will be the Monumental Orchestra, under the leadership of Prof, Charles Hamilton. Miss Alice Freeman, of 1430 Pierce Place, has returned from a very pleas ant stay with her parents in Caroline County, Virginia. Miss Freeman has for several years been an attache of the Kann dry goods emporium. Prof. L. B. Mcore, Dean of the Teachers' College of Howard University has been absent from the City this week lecturing to the teachers of Baltimore County, Md. He has been invited to deliver other courses of lec THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. ures before the teachers of Frederica and Rockville, Md., also to the teachers of the State of Delaware. Mrs. J. B, Dellinger, of Geensboro, N. C, is in the city, the guest of Mrs. Elizabeth Henderson, 1407 East Capitol street. Mrs. Dellinger is the wife of Dr. Dellinger, a leading physician of the Old North State, and who, as a member of the Third North Carolina regiment, rendered conspicuous service in the Spanish American war. Miss Sarah Janifer, one of our popular school teachers, has just returned from the Young Peoples' Christian and Industrial Congress, at Atlanta, Ga. She is an ective member of Galbriath A. M. E Z'on Church and is now interested in a movement to raise four thousand dollars ($4,000) to liquidate the debt of said church. She is meeting with great success. Recorder John C. Dancy has returned from an extended itinerary, which included the National Negro Business League at Richmond, the republican state convention at Greensboro, N. C... and the Bishop's Council of the A M. E.' Zion church at Louisville, besides a short stay at New Albany, Ind., where he was the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Sterrett, the leading family of that enterprising city. The Amphions gave several concerts in Richmond last week, performing at the First Baptist Church and other places. The attendance, while not as large as the merits of the singers deerved, was representative and appreciative. A later visit, when the counter attractions are not so numerous, will no doubt pay well. Director J. Henry Lewis is sparing 10 pains to make the Amphions known wherever the language of music can find a hearing. Rev. James E Robinson of Harper's Ferry has secured the services of Mr. Alex, H. Brooks to deliver an address to the Young People Sept. 21, 1902. Suffice that all who will avail themselves of the opportunity to go from here will be delightfully entertained Mr. Brooks is a cultured young man, an entertaining speaker and always entertains with whatever he produces We hope for quite an exodus of young folks to Harpers Ferry to hear our genial friend. Next Thursday a number of prominent young gentlemen will give a private picnic at Lake View Park. The affair will not be in the charge of a regular club, but by subscribers who, will be entitled to two invitations each, and an allowance of commissary provisions, candy, ice cream, etc. A souvenir fan will be given to each lady. Mr. A G. Booker is Chairman of the Committee on Arrangements and Mr. Walter A. Pinchback will assist in getting things together. It is quite likely that the commencement orator at Livinstone College next year will be Judge Robert H. Terrell, who now occupies a large space in the national eye. Last year the speaker was Mrs. Mary Church Terrell, whose brilliant address gave such eminent satisfaction. She was chosen over Rev. J. Albert Johnson, when the question of orator of the day was in debate. The latter will be remembered as having preached for a while at the Metropolitan church in this city. If Mr. Terrell is selected for the next commencement, Livingstone will be sure to enjoy a literary and forensic treat. P1 THE PHELPS HALL BIBLE TRAINING SCHOOL. connected with the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute at Tuskegee Alabama. Read The Colored American Offers exceptional opportunities to young men wishing to prepare for the Christian ministry. The chief aim of the instruction is to afford young men and women a comprehensive knowledge of the English Bible and to implant in their hearts an ambition to dedicate their lives to the elevation and Christianizing of their race. Students are required to do missionary work in the various churches and Sunday Schools near the institution and to report on same each week. The teaching in the Bible school is wholly undenominational, the intention being not to oppose or antagonize any theological work now being done, but rather to assist all denominations. Phelps Hall is three stories high. It contains a Chapel, Library, Reading Room, Offices and three recitation rooms, besides forty rooms for dormitory purposes. Rev. Edgar J. Penny is in charge of the work, and is assisted by Rev. B. H. Peterson and Rev. J. H. Gadson. A special course of lectures is given each year in the Bible School by Dr. C. O. Boothe, of Selma, Ala., Rev. George W. Clinton of North Carolina, and Dr. H. T. Johnson of Philadelphia. Other notables also lecture from time to time. The teaching is free. The cost of board, including furnished rooms, light, fuel and laundering, is Eight Dollars per month. Students are afforded an opportunity to work out from Two to Three Dollars of this amount per month. In some cases, arrangements can be made to work out the entire sum. Lack of means need debar none. Further information, if desired, can be secured by addressing BOOKER T. WASHINGTON. Principal Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, Tuskegee, Ala. INVARIABLY IN ADVANCE. Subscriptions may be sent by postoffice money order, express or by registered letter. All communications for publication should be accompanied with the name of the writer—not necessarily for publication, but as a guarantee of good faith. We solicit news, contributions, opinions and in fact, all matters affecting the race. We will not pay for matter, however, unless it is ordered by us. All matter intended for publication must reach this office by Wednesday of each week to insure insertion in the current issue. Agents are wanted everywhore, Send or instructions. ADVERTISING RATES. Reading notices 50 cents per line. Display advertisements, $2 per square inch per insertion. Discounts made on large contracts. Entered at the Post-office as second-class matter. All letters, communications, and business matters should be addressed to THE COLORED AMERICAN, EDWARD E. COOPER, MANAGER 459 C Street Northwest. WASHINGTON, D. C. Sold by all all News Dealers. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 1902 JUST A WORD. This issue of The Colored American is a fair sample of the issues that are gotten out from week to week. It is newsy, enterprising and expensive. The friends of the paper as well as subscribers who are in arrears will do the management a great favor by sending in the amount which they kwon to be due at once. It will be appreciated and will help along with the work. A MANLY STAND Providence creates no vain thing, says Holy Writ. The blood of poor Charles Craven was not shed on Virginia's soil in vain. From the unfortunate tragedy at Leesburg there has come up a revolt against mob violence that is making the practice disreputable. While instances of outrage will continue, the better element of communities that are self respecting are refusing to permit the fair name of their locality to be discredited by open defiance of the law. The address of Judge Tebbs to the grand jury t Leesburg is an indication that there are courts in Virginia and the South that honestly believe in the majesty of the cause they represent. The Judge sensibly contended that the valuelessness of the life of the culprit was no justification for lynching, and he characterized such an episode as, "a crime of unexampled magnitude, of far resching consequence, and reproach to the people. He rebuked the so called respectable persons who participated, as the community had a right to expect better things of men of intelligence and standing in the community. He said if we are to find mobs led by those who should uphold by an appeal to arms if necessary, the civic uprightness essential to orderly government—God help old Loudoun, God save Virginia. These are brave words and they show that the Caucasians have found out that the tenets of Christianity cannot be violated with impunity without bringing down upon their heads the THE COLORED AMEPICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. charge of inconsistency, cowardice and hypocrisy. A town full of churches each with a membership of shameless murderers, cannot look the world in the face and attempt justification. The limit has been reached, and the scorn that has been attached to the villians who murdered Craven is serving a useful purpose. Let us have more men on the bench like Judge Tebbs, who does not fear to do his duty as the Almighty gives him to see that duty, and who indicates that the crime is the thing to be considered, not the color of the criminal. He will find himself backed up more and more by the enlightened sentiment of the land. Virginia is now proceeding to do through legislation what she has previously done by force nullify the Negro vote of the st te. The Negro is doing business, acquiring money, land and education and biding his time. IT IS UNSPORTSMANLIKE. The worst charge that can be made against a man who enters a contest where a fair test of endurance and skill is supposed to be guaranteed, is that of unsporismanlike conduct. A contest that is not "on the level" is worse than none at all, for it degrades a class of men who try to make an honorable living by superior training and giving the public the benefit of their prowess, and places them in the same category with the card sharp and the whole bunco fraternity. Whether the skin of a contestant be black or white, he is entitled to what he is worth, and to beat him out, the winner should be compelled to show himself the better man. This should hold true in cycling, boxing, prize fighting, wrestling or any of the many sports. The conduct of Bedell and Lawson the other day at Manbattan Beach was reprehensible in the extreme. On the cycle track in the final heat of the one-third mile national championship event, they deliberately "pocketed" Major Taylor, the great colored rider, thus stealing a victory for Kramer, who otherwise would not have stood aghost of a show. It is pleasing to note that the management knowing that the repetition of such foul play would soon destroy the reputation of the place for true sportsmanlike character, promptly disqualified Bedell and Lawson. To illustrate Taylor's superiority, a short time afterward he beat a field of many riders in a five mile hand cap, in which his erstwhile competitors did not make better than fifth. Throughout this season, Major Taylor has been barassed to a point of desperation by these cheap fellows, who seem determined that he shall not win the championship. In every race a combination seems to be in order to defeat Taylor by a trick, even if they themselves fail to score. Wherever there is an attempt to "pocket" a rider or fo l him in any way, the event should be declared off, and the guilty ones barred from the business for the season. if not forever. When people pay their way to see a contest, they want it decided on its merits, no matter who carries off the prize. With anything like a show, Peter Jackson would have been the champion heavy-weight of the world. Dixon and Gans have had better luck, but they have been compelled to really win their laurels several times over before they were permitted to wear them. With an equal chance and an honest observance of the laws of sport, Major Taylor will yet be the champion cyclist of the world. If John G. Capers, of South Care lina, is a carpet bagger and a political adventurer, the fact. supported by affidavits, should be brought to the attention of the chairman of the republican national committee If he is not a republican his place is outside the chamber of the national republican committee. NEWSPAPERS SHOULD BE FEWER, BUT BETTER. The consolidation of The Philadelphia Times and The Ledger is in perfect accord with the contention made for years by The Colored American that what the people needed was not more papers, but better ones. This is true of both races and of the various trades which present their peculiar issues and ideas through their class journals. The tendency of the times in business, church, society and professions is toward consolidation, especially when the ends aimed at are practically one. Excessive friction is the natural outcome of a competition along identical lines, and better results can be obtained by harmonious merging similar interests. What these Philadelphia papers have learned, publishers of Negro journals should learn. One-half of the present Negro papers, representing character wholesome public spirit, and typographical excellence would draw a report far in excess of that received today, and wield a genuine influence upon national sentiment. The Public Ledger referring to its new departure, well says: "The public is better served by a few strong, well substained news papers, each filling its own chosen field, than by a larger number, whose competition must be often unprofitable and harmful." Can we not learn from the signs of the times, and thus make a better showing in our journalistic ledger? The newspapers of the South profess to believe that President Roosevelt's desire for the federal regulation of the trusts is but a covert plea for a stronger centralization of power for the general government They fear that if given an inch, our strenuous Chief Executive will take an ell, and the next step will be to stop the demoralizing practices of lynching, disfranchisement and high handed outrages which they now perpetuate without danger of national interference. If centralization of power will enable the President to make the Constitution of the United States more than a jumble of words to the Negro citizen, we say give us centralization and plenty of it. LESSON OF THE BUSINESS LEAGUE. The session of the National Negro Business League has come and gone. An extended editorial upon its effect upon the race is not necessary, as the ground was covered in our very comprehensive news report, and the moral phase of the work is seen in every discussion of the subject of Negro salvation. Booker T. Washington has sounded the keynote of commercial activity as the Negro's escape from political and social distemper, and there is no gainsaying the correctness of his position. No one open door will release us from all our ills, but financial betterment, through the intelligent application of hand and music'e is just now the nearest and widest. The League meeting brought out that the minister the lawyer, the doctor, the teacher, the editor and the politician are all aware that a crisis is on, and they all agreed that there was no career for them not based upon a sturdy wage earning or a thrifty commercial class from which their prosperity might be drawn. Fulsome oratory must be laid on the shelf. In its stead, the Bible and bank book, learning and land, money and muscle, church and commerce, character and cash, must all travel hand and hand. This is what the Colored American gleaned as the basic principle that the National Negro Business League would intil into the hearts and minds of America's ten million colored citizens. THE TIME TO "MAKE HAY" "Make hay while the sun shines" is a o.d adage that meets with new emphasis when the sad case of ex-Pugilist George Dixon is thought of. Here is a former champion featherweight of the world, the victor in nearly four-hundred battles with the best blood and muscle that ever could be developed, the petted idol of two continents and who earned not less than a quarter of a million dollars during his sporting career. Yet to-day George Dixon is practically penniless and unnoticed. Had this money been safely invested, he would have been in his retirement, independently wealthy. Young men "make hay while the sun shines." Dn't live up to all you earn. Store up your substance, for harvest days are over when the chilly blast of age comes athwart our pathway. There is no likelihood of a revival of the Northern, Eastern and Western Republican Association, as we understand that a recent order from the Civil Service Commission forbids political activity on the part of the federal office-holders, and in the nature of things, 99 percent of the members are in the public service. The work of the organization is needed this fall to took after certain districts in the mid, die West and North, where aspirants for reelection to Congress have not done their duty by the colored brethren. If the Negro will not take care of himself in the section where he has a ballot, it is useless for him to expect political salvation to come his way. The President will do well to recognize the regularity of the legally constituted republican committee in the state of South Carolina. It is neither wise nor just to ignore the recommendation of a man who has performed so much valuable service to to the party as has E. H. Deas, of Darlington. His agressive fight against the confirmation of the lyncher Koester was a battle for principle, and his victory made for him a warm place in the hearts of right-thinking men. We are inclined to believe that President Roosevelt owes Mr. Deas a vote of thanks for relieving his administration of what would have proven an incubus. If there are influences at work in South Carolina attempting to crush the real republican organization by the improp r uss of federal patronage for the purpose of punishing Mr. Deas, the administration should put a stop to it at once, as it cannot afford to permit itself to be used as a weapon by a faction which stands for nothing but plunder and party disruption. ORANGE BLOSSOMS. Mr. Henry P. Payne, of Pitttsburg, Pa., and Miss Leila Young, of Abbeville, S. C., were united in marriage on Wednesday evening, August 27th, at the home of the bride's brother, Mr. Joseph L. Williams, 2437 Brightwood avenue. A number of friends witnessed the ceremony which was performed by Rev. D. E. Wiseman. The happy couple left for Pittsburg on Thursday morning. THE COLORED AMERICAN, WASHINGTON, D. C. J. Bishop Walters Accords Washington First Place in Race Leadership-Discovered Long Ago what is Universally Conceded Today. Among the most distinguished visitors at Tuskegee Institute August 11, just following the Atlantic Congress, was Bishop Alexander Walters, one of the strongest men the Negro race has produced, and whose influence is potent in the vital issues of both Church and State. He has always been an enthusiastic admirer and loyal supporter of Dr. Booker T.Washington. After being shown through the various departments at Tuskegee, Bishop Walters being called upon for remarks, spoke as follows: Honored Sir, Members of the Faculty, Students and Friends: I am delighted to be here to-day, as was said by the old maid, on getting married, when asked by the minister, what shall we sing?—for it was the custom to sing something at the closing of the marriage ceremony at that time. "It's somewheres in the hymn book, I cannot tell just exactly where. It reads like this, "This is the way I long have sought, and mourned because I found it not." I have been trying to visit Tuskegee for a long time, and only through the efforts of our good friends Dr. Bowen and Mr. Penn, is the opportunity provided for me to visit you. I am glad to be here, and I am glad to be here to commend this great work. I have a friend in Philadelphia, who in conversation would say, when you asked him how he liked anything, "wonderful, wonderful! no matter how insignificant the thing. But, this is wonderful, truly, and as I went from building to building, as I went from this campus to that, I said to myself, this is wonderful! wonderful! wonderful! Now, for a long time—some eight or nine years it has been—in my heart, and with my pen, and on the platform, I have tried to accord Mr. Washington the place rightfully his, the first place among all the leaders, among the Negroes of this country. And I did that when things were not as they are to-day, but when it was just a little different. When Mr. Washington was swinging into line the financiers of this country, the statesmen of this country; when he was gathering the white forces of the United States, and when the Negroes sat looking on wondering what it all meant, at that time a number of us were farseeing enough to see that this man had won the first place. Christ said upon one occasion, "If you do not believe me as coming from God, believe my works, they stand for me." And this man, because of his works has first place. If statesmanship gives a man first place, he has it. When I sat on last Saturday in the great auditorium in Atlanta, Georgia, and saw the Principal of your School swing into line by the most noble speech ever Negro in this country made, I said, of a fact, he deserves first place. He had the white folks already, and now he has won the Negroes to a man. This work, sir, I am delighted with it. FIFTY GREATEST AMERICANS "Success," a leading magazine, recently offered a prize to determine who are the fifty greatest living Americans. The winner was Oscar M. Mortex, of New York. His list included statesmen, commercial magnates, clergymen, soldiers and sailors, editors, educators, inventors, explorers, artists, literateurs, scientists, and philanthropists. High upon the list was the name of Booker T. Washington, who was placed among the educators, being ranked only by such eminent scholars as the presidents of Harvard, Yale, Princeton, John Hopkins College and the University of Pennsylvania. The disinterested opinion of the masses who participate evidence of the strong hold Dr. Washted in this contest is an indisputable ington has upon the admiration of the country. MT BETHEL BAP. ASSOCIATION This association was in session all last week at the Second Baptist Church. The exercises were conducted by Rev. W. Bishop Johnson, G. H. Harris, of Georgetown, J. McKenny, of Baltimore, and C. W. Lee. Rev. W. H. Hickson, of Comorn, Va., was elected moderator for the coming year; Rev. Jones Watkins, of Baltimore, vice-moderator; R. B. Page, of Oak Grove, secretary, and Basset Bumray, of Mathias Point, treasurer. WANTS TO FIND BROTHERS Mr. J. R. W. Johnson writes from Rapid City, South Dakota, inquiring the whereabouts of his brothers, William H., Clinton, and Edward Johnson. He has lost his wife and two sisters in recent months, and is in straitened circumstances, his health having failed. He would be glad to receive any information that may lead to locating his relatives. OUR PATRIARCHIE WINS. The competitive drill of the patriarches of the G. U. O. of O. F., took place in Baltimore on Monday, Sept. 1st, between the following commands: Newport News, Norfolk, Wilmington, Del., and Washington, 18, and Georgetown, 42. Competition was between the Georgetown 42 and the Washington 18. The Washington per centage was 725; Georgetown 500. The officers Washington Patriarchies 18, are as follows: Capt., William P. Gray; 1st Lieut., W. C. Gray; 2nd Lieut. Morris M. Dean; 3rd Lieut. James E. Ennis; Quartermaster, Jas. W. Jones; Chief of Staff, J. B. Askins; Chaplain, Jesse Barnes. This organization has won the pennant for three years in succession. The next competitive drill will be held in Washington, on the first Monday in September, 1903. DEATH OF MR. H. C. BRUCE. The community was shocked on Sunday, August 31st, to hear of the death of Mr. Henry C. Bruce, which took place at his family residence, 1926 11th street northwest. The deceased had been ill only two weeks, and no serious results were apprehended. He was a native of Virginia, but of late held a legal residence in Kansas. He was an elder brother of the late Senator Blanche K. Bruce, of Mississippi, and was a man of high character and unusual ability. He was an author of note, having produced a work called "The New Man," which met with favorable comment at the hands of the literary critics. He was an enthusiastic advocate of a great national Negro daily, feeling the necessity of a defender that could compete in editorial and news features, as well as mechanical equipment, with the papers that refused to state our cause justly. At the time of his death he had another book in preparation, which he intended to be called "The Colored American," presenting the new Negro in an original light before the country. He was sixty-six years of age, and leaves a widow, who is herself a prominent factor in the social, literary, and religious life of Washington. The funeral services were held on Wednesday afternoon, September 3, at the Fifteenth Street Presbyterian Church, of which Mr. Bruce had been a member for a number of years. Rev. F. J. Grimke delivered a touching discourse, expatiating upon the virtues and admirable qualities of the deceased as a man and citizen, and drawing a profitable lesson for the young from his life of usefulness, of patient self-denial and devotion to duty. The active pan bearers were, Wilson Wood, George W. Wood, Chas. H. Peters, Henry Grant, John Scott, and W. S. Montgomery. The honorary pall bearers were Dr. F. J. Shadd, Dr. G. D. Williams, Warner Hurley, Aaron Russell, O. A. Williams, W. D. Montague, William T. Sinclair, T. A. Jackson and Dr. J. H. Waring. 5TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATED (Philadelphia, Pa., Special.) Mr. and Mrs. S. S. Lacy, of 754 South 12th street, gave an enjoyable birthday party a few evenings ago, at their cosy residence, in honor of their adopted son, Master Russell Wheeler Lacy, from 5 to 9 p. m. The occasion being the fifth anniversary of his birth. The little gentleman was liberally remembered by friends of his parents who sent handsome presents. A fine colation was served and games were indulged in by many of the younger, and some of the older guests. The dining room was very handsomely decorated with potted flowers and two immense candelabra placed on each end of the well ladened table. One of the features of the entertainment was five beautiful Chinese lanterns which were lighted and suspended over the table, while the candelabra contained five candles. Mr. S. S. Lacy is Philadelphia's leading Real Estate agent, and treasurer of the Philadelphia Industrial Bureau, with offices at 414 South 11th street. Among the guests present were Edith Banks, Bertha Johnson, James Fishburn, Juliette Artope, Louisa St. Clair, of Washington, D. C. Walter St. Clair, Alvenia Town- send, Inonas Sterett, Edwin Fisher, and Master Russell Wheeler Lacy. Black Patti's Troubadors. The visit of the Black Patti Troubadours... The visit of the Black Patti Troubadours to Washington is always an event which calls out the people en masse to pay tribute to the race's greatest singer and best-rounded theatrical organization. Their two performances on Labor Day, drew audiences of both races which packed the commodious Convention Hall to the doors. Fully 8,000 people were in attendance during the troupe's stay here. The program was fresh and breezy, the songs were new, the "horseplay" was proportioned in excellent taste, and the operatic selections were accepted in place of the old favorites with equal enthusiasm. Mme. Sissieretta Jones (Black Patti) was, of course, the bright and particular star of the occasion, and she surpassed even the triumphs formerly achieved here, being called upon to THE LADY OF THE MUSIC Mme. Sissieretta Jones. [Black Patti.] respond to hearty encores. Her "Suwanee River" was rendered only as Black Patti can render it, and the Caucausians in the audience regarded it as her best number. However, her repertoire is so varied that she never fails to offer something satisfactory to all tastes,—except "rag-time," which she discreetly leaves to the comedians of the show. The fun-making fell to the lot of John Rucker, Bobby Kemp and Slim Morgan, while Will Cook's vocalization on popular themes gave him an opportunity to "make good," which he improved to the utmost. The best vaudeville feature of the entertainment was the startling performance of Mack Allen upon the slack wire. His feats of balancing have never been excelled by any artist seen here. The show is clean and well put together, evidencing careful rehearsal and experienced stage management. It is regretted at all hands that this company cannot secure a booking at one of our regular theatres, for they would pack our largest houses for a full week without difficulty. It may be that arangements can be made for a return engagement when the True Reformers' Hall is completed, as we understand the stage will be ample for the usual dramatic or musical production. (Narragansett Pier, R. I., Special) Narragansett, in its declining days, dies hard. To have been a guest at the luncheon given by Messrs. L. U. Grigg and J. J. Jackson, to Misses Mary M. Grigg, Sarah Fields and Mrs. Irwin, (of Newport), would have reminded one of the Pier in its bloom. After a well cooked and elegantly served luncheon of seven courses, the ladies were driven in rubber-tired runabouts to some of the famous places nearabout. Among the places visited were the "Wrecked Ship," Point Judith, a clear commanding "Matunich Beach." On the rocks at Point Judith, a clear commanding view of the ocean is had, which is intensified in grandeur by a pair of field glasses. After this congenial party had returned from their highly enjoyable drive, an informal reception was held, that they might meet some of the Pier's people. After this they were driven to the boat wharf and started for home.